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NEW FEATURE ALERT! Gas tax hike has few pumped The Charlton Villager is excited to OULD BECOME NATION S HIGHEST introduce a new, interactive feature C ’ aimed at encouraging you to express BY RYAN GRANNAN-DOLL considering. The increase would your opinions. STAFF WRITER be used to pay down state “The Weekly Question” debuts this Area legislators are flatly Turnpike Authority’s massive week on page A2 in The Almanac. rejecting a proposal by Gov. Deval debt, according to the report. Each and every week, we will pose a Patrick that would inflict more A spokesman in Patrick’s pain at the pump by raising the media office last week would not question that deals exclusively with state’s gasoline tax. answer questions about the issue, issues in Charlton or on a state level “Hell no,” State Sen. Stephen but referred a reporter to another that impact you where you live. Brewer, D-Barre, stated emphati- media report. The Governor’s Turning to The Almanac, you’ll cally last week. Web site also directs readers to find the guidelines for how to submit The state’s 21-cent-per-gallon that report. your responses. It’s completely gas tax would increase under two In a separate proposal state Rep. recent proposals; one would make David Linsky, D-Natick, is sug- anonymous and 100 percent your it the nation’s highest. Currently, gesting raising the tax to 50 cents, opinion. We’ll print the results each drivers pay an additional 2.5 cents and that would not change the 2.5- week. per gallon in taxes, which go to a cent fee, according a State House Your lives are filled from sun up to fund to cleanup spills from under- News Service report last month. sundown with things to do. We hope ground gasoline storage tanks, Bringing the tax anywhere according to the state Department above 41.3 cents per gallon, which you’ll take a moment to answer “The of Revenue (DOR). New York drivers pay, would Weekly Question” in each issue. According to one media report make it the nation’s highest tax, We look forward to hearing from Ryan Grannan-Doll photo last week, the gas tax would rise according to the Washington D.C.- you. Sturbridge resident Ann Beaudry fills her tank up Monday at the PetroMax gas to 50.5 cents per gallon, a 27-cent based Tax Foundation. station in Southbridge. increase, under a plan Patrick is Turn To GAS, page 11 A survivor takes her story to Relay For Life

nodes, she said. Not one to be ‘CANCER MADE ME A STRONGER PERSON’ set back, she kept working as a software trainer. BY RYAN GRANNAN-DOLL ing in the Greater Taylor, and Josh Burdett. As she continued her treat- STAFF WRITER Southbridge Area Relay For Five years ago, however, ment, Channell was invited to Five years ago, Jo-Ann Life. The event is sponsored Channell was simply trying walk in the Relay. Unable to Channell’s life was very dif- by the American Cancer to survive. take part in the entire event ferent. Society to raise money and With a family history of because of her poor health, For starters, the now 46- awareness about the breast cancer, she under- she did walk the survivor lap. year-old bubbly Potter Village disease. It will take went a mammogram and “I was too sick,” she said. “I Road resident was healthy place this year ultrasound detected a was overwhelmed with emo- and not married. Friday, June 19 lump. She had a biop- tion.” That was when the doctor and Saturday, sy and was then told In 2005, she walked for uttered the words nobody June 20 at the the dreadful news. another team, and formed the ever wants to hear — “You Southbridge “I was a little Ribbon Rockettes in 2006. have cancer.” High School. stunned,” she said. “It Team member Lee Dufault, Her diagnosis of Stage 3 Channell is the usually takes a lot to who is also Channell’s neigh- breast cancer started captain of the knock me off my feet.” bor, said it was hard to see her Channell down a path of Ribbon Rockettes, a 25- Channell underwent sev- friend struggle, but felt struggle and hurt, but she has member team set to take part eral treatments, including a inspired seeing go to work been able to find a ray of light in the event. Several other partial mastectomy on her each day as she battled the out behind a dark cloud. Charlton residents are on the right breast. Doctors also put disease. For the fifth consecutive team, including Ray Dufault, her through chemotherapy Ryan Grannan-Doll photo Turn To SURVIVOR, 11 year, Channell is participat- Jo-Ann’s stepdaughter, and removed 32 of her lymph page Jo-Ann Channell is a five-year breast cancer survivor. Craver signs three-year pact

NEW CONTRACT RUNS UNTIL 20012

BY RYAN GRANNAN-DOLL lar meeting Tuesday, Feb. Craver whether they want- STAFF WRITER 10. The parties came to ed to continue to employ CHARLTON — Town agreement at an executive her. It is set to go into effect Administrator Robin L. session meeting Tuesday, Sept. 26 and expire Sept. 25, Craver has signed a new Jan. 27, according to 2012. contract to remain on the Selectmen Chairman Rick The new contract is very job until late 2012. Swensen. similar to the current one, “I’m happy to be staying The announcement came but features a few changes. in Charlton,” she said. a little more than a month Any increases, cost of liv- Selectmen announced before selectmen were their decision at their regu- required to notify to inform Turn To CONTRACT, page 11 Robin Craver Schools team up to make history

$500K GRANT AVAILABLE

BY RYAN GRANNAN-DOLL STAFF WRITER Several area school districts are applying for a large grant that would help educators better teach American History. The $500,000 Teaching American History Grant would be used to train teachers on how to lead lessons on American History.The federal Department of Education (DOE) is offering the award, which is meant to be used for all grades. Shawn Kelley photo “[It is] a great opportunity for our teachers,” said North Brookfield School Superintendent Erin M. Nosek. A SOLO ACT “It is really a great example of collaborative planning.” As a team, the Webster Public Schools, North CHARLTON — Gabrylle McGuire performs a solo dance during the 21st Brookfield Public Schools, the Dudley-Charlton Regional annual sixth-grade talent show at Charlton Middle School. For more pho- School District, Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School Ryan Grannan-Doll photo tos, turn to page A8. Charlton Middle School teacher Jeff May does a history lesson Turn To GRANT, page 11 about the Crusades.

TRIVIA Almanac ...... 2 Learning...... 14 SHEPHERD HILL This mineral is used to Obituaries ...... 7 Calendar ...... 6-7 EAGLE SCOUT SHOCKS make aluminum. You’ll Police Logs ...... 5 Real Estate....B Section HELPS OUT Opinion ...... 10 Sports ...... 16-17 NORTHBRIDGE find plenty of it in INDEX INDEX PAGE 6 PAGE 16 Guinea. What is it? Answer inside. 2 •THE CHARLTON VILLAGER• Friday, February 20, 2009 www.charltonvillager.com THE WEEKLY QUESTION Towns find little help with school payments Are you satisifed with the transparency of your town's government? • Yes, I think officials are always DISTRICT SHARES PUT STRAIN ON COFFERS transparent with the public. • No, I don’t think there is ever enough BY RYAN GRANNAN-DOLL “Everything is on the table,” transparency. STAFF WRITER he said. “What can we do to • Sometimes, they are transparent enough State and local officials last forego reductions in force?” for me. week traded ideas on how to ease Gilrein warned the district • I’m not sure. the financial burdens con- might have to cut up to 30 ele- • No opinion. fronting the Dudley-Charlton mentary school teachers, which We want to hear from as many readers as possible Regional School District. he said would bring student to for every question each week. Responses may be either The discussion came as both teacher ratios to “unsound” lev- e-mailed to [email protected] towns face increases in the mini- els. or phoned in to the editor at 508-909-4107. Please spec- mum amounts they must give to The elephant in the room was ify you are calling with an answer to the Charlton the school district next fiscal the proposed federal economic Question of the Week. All responses must be received by noon Monday, so that we may tabulate the results year. stimulus package the U.S. for the following issue. No names, addresses, e-mail “I don’t see where we can pro- Congress was debating last addresses or phone numbers will be published. This vide a lot of the help you are week. Kujawski warned officials is strictly an anonymous opinion forum. looking for,” state about the package. Representative Paul Kujawski, “Don’t bet on those numbers,” D-Webster, told a group of school he said. officials and selectmen from According to a press release CHARLTON ALMANAC both towns at joint meeting last from the federal Senate Thursday,Feb. 12. “Our situation Appropriations Committee last THEY SAID IT is obviously not good.” week, the stimulus package cur- “I don’t see where we can provide a lot As required by state law, rently includes $39 billion for the Dudley is mandated to pay state to use to avoid laying off of the help you are looking for,” $5,700,153 to the district next educators. Courtesy photo STATE REPRESENTATIVE PAUL KUJAWSKI, year, an increase of $317,139. Despite Kujawski’s bleak Dudley-Charlton School District Superintendent Sean Gilrein, third from left, D-WEBSTER, TALKING TO CHARLTON AND DUDLEY Charlton must give $9,834,448, assessment for assistance, he glances at a sheet held by state Rep. Geraldo Alicea, D-Charlton, during a meet- OFFICIALS ABOUT FINANCIAL CONSTRAINTS MADE $578,225 more than the previous and State Rep. Geraldo Alicea, D- ing with town officials last week. year. A state formula generates Charlton, offered a few proposals HARDER BY INCREASED SCHOOL DISTRICT PAYMENTS. those amounts. The state is esti- legislators are considering to of layoff,” Jankowski said. Robin L. Craver said she does not mating it will provide more than bolster the state’s fiscal picture, Dudley Selectman Vice anticipate any layoffs, despite OPEN TO CLOSE $24 million in educational fund- and that could flow to the towns. Chairman Paul Joseph said he the town suffering a $157,400 cut wants to avoid layoffs in his in its aid from the state. TOWN HALL (508) 248-2200 ing, known as Chapter 70 money. Kujawski said he has filed a bill Board of Selectmen (248-2206): town. Local officials traded ideas on that would place a 2.5-percent tax Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays “I’m hoping that this year we Ryan Grannan-Doll can be how to ease the financial pain. on the endowments of private ...... 7:30 a.m to 3:30 p.m. One suggestion was to include universities that hold more than are hoping to get by without lay- reached by phone (508)-909-4050, Tuesdays...... 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. the district’s teachers in the $1 billion. Two lawmakers, he ing anybody layoff,” or by e-mail at rgrand@stone- Fridays ...... 7:30 a.m to 12 p.m. state’s health insurance plan. said, have filed a bill to “restruc- Charlton Town Administrator bridgepress.com Town Clerk (248-2249): That, however, would only ture” the state’s 5.3-percent Monday to Thursday...... 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. increase a teacher’s payments, income tax. Raising the tax is an Fridays...... Closed according to District “unpopular” idea, he said. An First and Third Tuesday...... 5:30 to 7 p.m. Superintendent Sean. M. increase in the state’s gasoline NEWS BRIEFS PUBLIC LIBRARY (248-0452) Gilrein. tax and meals tax has also been Mondays, Wednesdays...... 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. While a state formula is used proposed. Politicians could also Tuesdays, Thursdays ...... 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. to determine the figure, Charlton impose a statewide telephone Hospital seeks local art Fridays, Sundays ...... Closed Selectman Scott D. Brown sug- pole tax, Charlton Police Chief Saturday...... 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. gested a letter be written to law- James A. Pervier suggested. for exhibit on walls POLICE DEPARTMENT (248-2250) makers requesting they freeze After last year’s failed proposal Monday to Friday...... 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. the amount towns are required to bring casino gambling to the SOUTHBRIDGE — Harrington Hospital is seeking creative For emergencies, dial 911 to pay, at the current level. He state, Kujawski said the new expressions from local artists to brighten the hospital’s walls. FIRE DEPARTMENT (248-2299) said he sees a “disconnect” when Speaker of the House Robert The hospital is planning a spring exhibit of paintings and pho- Monday to Friday...... 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. POST OFFICES the state cuts a town’s budget but DeLeo “at least is going to be tographs from artists who live or work in the Harrington service Charlton Center Post Office...... (800) 275-8777 expects them to provide more to open to it.” area of south central Massachusetts and northeastern Charlton City (01508) ...... (800) 275-8777 their school system. In other business, town offi- Connecticut. SCHOOLS Even teachers’ contracts are cials update officials on their The art, which will be selected by Harrington Hospital from Dudley-Charlton Regional School District up in the air. Gilrein said he is town’s budget situation for the submitted work, will be prominently displayed in corridors and ...... (508) 943-6888 currently negotiating a new con- current fiscal year. Dudley Town common areas at the facility, which is located at 100 South St. in Charlton Elementary School tract with the teachers’ union, Administrator Peter Jankowski Southbridge. The work also will be for sale, with the price set by ...... (508) 248-7774 or (508) 248-7435 known as the Dudley-Charlton said selectmen there had recent- the artist. Eight-five percent of the purchase price will go to the Heritage School ...... (508) 248-4884 Teachers’ Association. The ly cut $114,000 out of the budget, artist; 15 percent will be donated to the Harrington Hospital Charlton Middle School...... (508) 248-1423 union did not receive a pay but remained $73,000 in the red. Auxiliary to fund grants and scholarships. Shepherd Hill Regional High School increase last year, he said. “We will probably do some sort Harrington Hospital affords a prominent platform for local ...... (508) 943-6700 artists, as the hospital sees approximately 70,000 visitors each Bay Path Regional Vocational Technical year, including patients, families, staff, students and business High School (508) 248-5971 or (508) 987-0326 leaders. Artists interested in submitting work should contact Laura REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS Dilts, director of volunteers, at 508-765-9771 ext. 2743 or via e-mail at [email protected]. $250,000, 43 Leland Drive, Carol A. Williams — Submitted by Dawn Sanchez and Lawrence A. Williams to Laurie A. Saletnik. $100, Jones Road, Michael P. D’Agostino to Michael P. D’Agostino and Patricia A. Vendors sought for Knights D’Agostino. $100, Smith Road, Paul H. Brenner and Spring Fair Candace M. Brenner to Richard L. Krieger, Jennifer L. Krieger, Paul H. Brenner and Helping you go from facts to decisions SPENCER — The Knights of Columbus is looking for vendors, Candace M. Brenner. crafters and more for the Spring Fair coming up from 8 a.m. to 2 $100, 42 Prindle Hill Road, Suzanne Hunt to p.m. Saturday, April 25 on Meadow Road in Spencer. All proceeds Suzanne Hunt and Timothy Lee Hunt. will benefit the Knights of Columbus.a $135,000, 37 Vine St., Kenneth Hughes to For more information, call Donna at (508) 885-356 Thomas D. Vangel Jr.and Thomas D. Vangel Sr. 426 Worcester Rd. Charlton, MA 01507-1506 • 508-248-1040 Fax: 508-248-3927 DID YOU KNOW? The last classes at the District 2 STURBRIDGE RETIREMENT CO-OP Schoolhouse were held in 1949. 1 KELLY ROAD ~ STURBRIDGE ~ 55+ PARK CHURCH LISTINGS • Charlton Federated Church, 248-5550, • Charlton Baptist Church, 50 Hammond Hill Road, 248-4488,www.charltonbaptist.org, Sunday worship 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. • Charlton City United Methodist, 74 Stafford Built in New England All Homes are Complete Termite & Pest Control Services St., P.O. 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BY RYAN GRANNAN-DOLL STAFF WRITER AACCCCUURRAACCYY WWAATTCCHH CHARLTON — The freeze in place town will lend a hand The Charlton Villager is committed to accu- — well a wood chipper BY RYAN GRANNAN-DOLL ing,” said Selectmen Chairman Rick racy in all its news reports. Although numer- at least — to residents STAFF WRITER this spring to help Swensen. ous safeguards are in place to ensure accurate them clean up debris CHARLTON — Selectmen last week Selectman Vice Chairman Peter J. Boria reporting, mistakes can occur. from the ice storm ear- imposed a spending freeze for the remain- railed against the lawmakers for what he Confirmed fact errors will be corrected at lier this winter. der of the fiscal year. called budget cuts that “don’t seem equi- COMMUNITY Highway workers, The decision comes in the wake of the table.” The state, he said, has not cut enough the top right hand corner of page 3 in a time- town losing $157,400 through recent state of its own budget as many communities are ly manner. OTEBOOK some of them tem- N porarily hired in budget cuts and applies only to optional facing layoffs. If you find a mistake, call (508) 909-4107 RYAN response to the storm, spending, also known as discretionary The fiscal issues are only the latest in a during normal business hours. During non- will bring a wood chip- spending. long chapter of Charlton’s budget woes. GRANNAN-DOLL per around town on a Gov. Deval Patrick axed another $1 billion Last year, the town dipped into its reserve business hours, leave a message in the edi- yet-to-be-determined out of the state’s budget last month after funding to bridge a budget gap, reduced tor’s voice mailbox. The editor will return your date this spring. No route for the chipper cutting $1 billion late last year. He did leave department expense accounts and eliminat- phone call. has been established yet. educational aid, or Chapter 70 funds, alone. ed the health insurance for elected town Selectmen, at the their regular meeting The unanimous decision was made officials. The budget problems have been last week, approved the measure in CCOORRRREECCTTIIOONN Tuesday, Feb. 10. Any necessary spending compounded by annual increases in the A story about Bay Path Regional Vocational response to Stoneybrook Road resident would considered by selectmen, according amount it must give to the Dudley-Charlton Raymond Lehner’s request saying “If to Selectman Kathleen Walker. Regional School District. The difficult win- Technical High School’s house building pro- Worcester can do it, so can we.” The move will have little immediate affect ter weather ha force the town to deficit gram in the Feb. 13 issue incorrectly stated According to Town Administrator on the town, according to town officials. spend its snow and ice removal account. Robin L. Craver, the Federal Emergency the school charges a $16,900 fee for its serv- “I think that we will do OK … without lay- The financial picture is at least partly Management Agency (FEMA) will reim- ices. It also stated students build the founda- offs,” said Town Administrator Robin L. burse the town for 75 percent of the costs, dependent on whether the federal govern- Craver. “If we just tighten our belts, we ment passes the proposed economic stimu- tion. The school charges a $6,900 fee and stu- with the town incurring the rest. No costs dents do not build the foundation. estimates are available yet, Craver said. should be OK.” lus package, according to Kujawski. The The freeze should not affect the police U.S. Senate and House of Representatives KINDERGARTEN department’s mission, according to Police were working on the bill last week and it has Chief James A. Pervier. The chief said he is not yet landed on President Obama’s desk. The Charlton Elementary School, on trying to restrict overtime payroll costs and “I don’t see the picture getting any better PUBLIC MEETINGS Burlingame Road. Will hold kindergarten conserve energy. He personally shovels out [unless the stimulus package is passed,” Editor’s Note: The meetings listed below registration Monday, March 16, and are compiled from Town Hall listings. The Tuesday, March 17. Two sessions will be the snow from the department’s entrance Kujawski said. during snow storms, instead of hiring a Charlton Villager is not responsible for any held both days, from 9-11:30 a.m. and 1-4 meetings that are subsequently cancelled, p.m. Parents should be bring three proofs contractor. He is also using senior citizens Ryan Grannan-Doll can be reached by with the senior tax work off program to do phone (508)-909-4050, or by e-mail at rescheduled or otherwise changed from the of residency, a birth certificate and a cur- postings below. We encourage readers to rent immunization record. clerical work and save money, he said. That [email protected] program allows senior citizens to perform call or visit Town Hall to verify meeting TOWN ELECTION work at for the town in return for a reduced dates and times. The town is now accepting citizen peti- town real estate tax burden. tions for the Monday, May 18 annual town “You are not going to buy anything that is FIVE QUESTIONS MONDAY, FEB. 23 meeting. Documents, with the signatures not needed,” he said. “There are contractual things that I have to pay.” 1. This U.S. President was a superb con- The Historic Districts Commission will of 10 registered voters, must be turned in meet at 7:30 p.m. in the Town Hall. by Wednesday, March 4. The town should not feel any other reper- gressman. He was also a U.S. senator and Nomination papers for town elected cussions, Walker said. She painted the an outstanding diplomat. The Erie Canal positions are now available from the Town freeze as only another layer of bureaucracy was completed during his term. Who was TUESDAY, FEB. 24 Clerk’s office. The last day to withdraw meant to drive the fiscal situation home. he? papers is Thursday, March 12. Friday, “It just has to go through an extra layer of 2. What are the “Low Countries” in The Board of Selectmen will meet at 6:30 March 13 is the deadline to submit them. approval,” she said. “I think we need to be Europe? p.m. in the Town Hall. The election is scheduled for Saturday, shocked into awareness about this.” 3. Which country in Central America does not abut the Atlantic Ocean? May 2. The possibility of more cuts this fiscal THURSDAY, FEB. 26 year is not clear. 4. What two states were divided by the ELDERLY CARE In a large gathering of officials from Mason Dixon Line? The Fire Station Building Committee will 5. Where did Casey fail in “Casey At the Summit Elder Care, at 88 Masonic Charlton and Dudley last week, two area meet at 5:30 p.m. in the Town Hall. Home Road, announced last week state representatives did not clearly answer announced its Program of All-Inclusive that question. State reps Geraldo Alicea, D- Care for Elders (PACE) program. The pro- Charlton and Paul Kujawski, D-Webster, gram, according to Senior Marketing attended the meeting. Helping you take great care Coordinator Cynthia Kingdon, is intend- “The lack of an answer was pretty deafen- of your pet. ed to keep residents over 55 years old in their homes, instead of placing them in a Quality grooming for dogs and cats nursing home, by using various services Grooming advise by a knowledgeable staff to accommodate that goal. The program Skin treatment products for many needs will use transportation and adult day care NEWS BRIEF Furminator Shed-Less treatment services as well as full medical benefits to Frontline Plus and flea control supplies its patients through Medicare and Nail services Medicaid funding. Laser ID tag made while you wait Self Serve Pet Wash by appointment BOOKS FOR ELDERLY Singer officially The Charlton Public Library has announces run for announced a program that will home deliver books and other materials to per- selectman manently or temporarily disabled resi- dents. To sign up 508-248-0452, dial ext. 12 CHARLTON — David Singer turned in his or go to www.charltonpubliclibrary.org. nomination papers and has officially 562 Main Street, Sturbridge, MA SCHOLARSHIPS launched his campaign for selectman. Call Kathy 1-800-353-2476 Call: 508.347.3773 or visit:barkandbubbles.com Currently the town moderator, Singer said Also last week, selectmen delayed he looks forward to the election and, if elect- choosing a question high school students ed as the next selectman, will work hard on would have to answer as part of the appli- behalf of all of the people of Charlton. cation process for several scholarships. "Many people have been asking me to run The town, using money donated by others, for selectman over the past several years, is starting the process to distribute the and with the frequency of those requests Nehemiah B. Stone Scholarship, Jesse intensifying over this last year I've decided Smith Education Fund, M. Wayne Colby to run,” he said. “ As the next selectman for Scholarship and Edwin Philips Cooking the town of Charlton I will work extremely Fund. hard for all of our neighbors and for the ben- The Stone Scholarship is given to grad- efit of our town. I'll bring a fresh set of eyes uating senior from either of the town’s and perspective along with many new and high schools and who live within the creative ideas." boundaries of the previous No. 2 school district. The Jesse Smith Fund serves the same purpose as well as the Colby award. The Edwin Philips Cooking Fund is given to students pursuing a cooking or life skills education. Applications are due Free Estimates Friday, May 1. Selectmen put off their decision and 508-347-2305 asked Craver to consult with Town Closets Counsel James Cosgrove about how to Home Offices broad the question to garner more appli- cations. Selectman Kathleen Walker said Garages few applications had been submitted in the past. CONTAMINATION CLEANUP Selectmen also approved two plans to continue cleaning up gasoline contamina- Estate tion at Four Dresser Hill Road and the site of the current highway barn. The town owns both sites. Under the plan, by Southbridge-based CMG Environmental, the company would cap spending at TAG SALE approximately $38,000.

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BY RYAN GRANNAN-DOLL next year, only one more than the next year’s enrollment. “It is the mission of the Dudley- STONEBRIDGE PRESS STAFF WRITER current year. Committee Chairman Geraldine Charlton Education Foundation to DUDLEY — Dudley-Charlton In his written proposal, Schur ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS Nowicki said that decision should support and recognize innovative Regional School District adminis- said he wants to continue improving be delayed until they are sure of the programs that offer experiences for trators are trying to hold the budget his school’s MCAS scores and col- Charlton Elementary School enrollment numbers. students and to provide opportuni- line for next year. lege entrance exams. Principal Lori Pacheco requested “At this time, we don’t necessarily ties for all segments of the commu- “We have attempted to look at one additional first grade teacher to need to ask for another teacher,” she nities of Dudley and Charlton to every single line item to reduce” the said. actively contribute to public educa- MIDDLE SCHOOL add another class in the wake of $46 million budget administrators increased enrollment. A second new Heritage School Principal John tion,” said the group’s President of presented, said Superintendent teacher might also be needed if the M. Prouty requested no additional the Board of Directors Brian M. Sean M. Gilrein. Charlton Middle School Principal teacher/student ratio rose above staff as well, but a lot of money for Ravenelle. Principals from each of the seven Kathryn Tucker said she needs no one teacher per 24 students, she capital repairs. Webster resident Marilyn Fels’s schools last presented their fiscal additional staff, but a money for sev- said. More money for supplies and “Given the economic status that many donations to the district over 2010 budget proposals at their regu- eral capital projects. More money to books is also needed to accommo- we all face … we have made a com- the past couple of years, Ravenelle lar Wednesday meeting, Feb. 11. upgrade the school’s nine-year-ld date increasing enrollments, she mitment to meet all needs with said, inspired the formation of the Administrators are asking for new security system, fix a driveway and said. existing staff,” he said. group. teachers and capital improvement hot water boiler is needed, she said. Dudley Elementary School Up to $383,500 is needed, Prouty The group plans to hold its first money, besides regular operating “The athletic fields we would like Principal Terri Caffelle said she did said, to pay for repairs on the audito- fundraising event in the spring, expenses. Most schools, however,are to work on, and get some water facil- not need more teachers and would rium, driveway and fixing the roof, Ravenelle said, and is awaiting foregoing asking for more teachers. ities down there,” she added. handle and staffing issues by rear- among other things. awarding of the non-profit status it The proposed budget represents a Besides her repair requests, ranging teacher assignments. Like has applied for. An 11-person board 3.05-percent increase over last year’s Tucker said she wants to continue her colleagues, she requested $59,500 of directors will govern the group. It spending plan, Gilrein said. improving her students’ math skills, for fixing the gymnasium bleachers, is independent of any other group, Dudley Middle School Principal sealing parking lot cracks and EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION he said. Gregg Desto made similar requests replacing a hot water tank. Donations may be sent by check to SHEPHERD HILL REGIONAL the Dudley-Charlton Education asking for cash to find more storage The new Dudley-Charlton HIGH SCHOOL Foundation, P.O. Box 92, Dudley,MA space, change lights around the Education Foundation was unveiled OTHER SCHOOLS 01571. building and replace a rooftop com- last week as it has started seeking Principal Timothy Schur said he pressor. Those costs total $27,000. donations. The group plans to raise Ryan Grannan-Doll can be reached wants to maintain current staffing On the academic side, Desto also Mason Road School Principal money for educational programs by phone (508)-909-4050, or by e-mail levels and did not request additional highlighted needing to improve Theodora Dono asked for another but is not intended to replace the at [email protected] teachers. That falls in line with his MCAS scores through several pro- kindergarten teacher, citing a pro- school district’s budget. Formation projections of having 1,264 students grams. jected 19-student increase to 147 in of the group began last year. Dorm taxes could hit area colleges ONE TOWN SEES IT AS ‘FOOD FOR THOUGHT’ BY RYAN GRANNAN-DOLL The town needs to further research the idea STAFF WRITER and no tax rate figures had been suggested yet, Students may soon have another monkey on she said. Selectmen have asked the school to their back when it comes to paying for college prepare for a study of how it would affect — a dormitory tax. them, according to Zagorski. Town Meeting Citing the need to generate more revenue in voters would have to approve the tax, difficult budget times, Leicester Selectman Provencher said. Dianna Provencher said the town is exploring Although Dudley is not considering such a the possibility of imposing a dorm tax on col- proposal, a tax in that town would affect the leges within its border — in this case, it would Nichols College campus. The school is also a affect Becker College’s Leicester campus. tax-exempt group, according to Guidestar.org, As a tax-exempt organization, Becker does a database of nonprofit organizations. not pay the town, according to Selectman Officials on both sides of the issue said the Stanley Zagorski, who acts as his board’s liai- idea still needs to be examined to determine son to the institution. what affects it would have for any party. “It was just food for thought,” Provencher Dudley Selectmen Vice Chairman Paul said. Joseph, a former dean of students at Worcester State College, said levying the fee would raise the already high costs of educa- ON SALE tion. He said he was not sure whether he would support the idea. NOW! “You would have to be able to defend it,” he said. Southbridge A tax in Dudley would hurt Nichols College The Comic Book and its students, according to Nichols Vice Vol. 2 President for Enrollment and Marketing Thomas Cafaro. The levy could drive enroll- Ryan Grannan-Doll photos $10.00 at the Southbridge Evening News ment figures down and saddle students with Leicester is exploring the possibility of imposing a dormitory tax on any college with its borders, which higher student debts, he said. would include Becker College’s Leicester campus. or order on-line @ “This would pass along … directly to the stu- www.marketticartoons.com dents,” he said. “To me, that is not the time to be complete this summer. Leicester Public Schools are $300,000 in the do that. Any college is looking to do its best to Under an agreement, Nichols College does red from special education costs, and the town provide affordable education to its benefits. In contribute money for fire and police services, itself lost $210,578 from the state’s recent budg- Now THIS is a Hot Tub that is easy my feeling it would be detrimental to any col- according to Joseph, but he was unable to et cuts for fiscal 2009, according to Town to buy and easy to pay for... lege. We don’t want to burden them any specify that figure. The school also pays Administrator Robert L. Reed. For fiscal 2010, more.” $5,995.74 in real estate taxes on three off-cam- the town is estimating it will be have a Eighty-three percent of the school’s 1,088 pus homes, in which no students live, accord- $1,476,191 deficit. WINTER SPECIAL students, he said, live on campus, and con- ing to Dudley Assessor Lisa Berg. Provencher said hearing of Worcester con- Regular $3999.99 The effect on the Leicester town govern- sidering a similar measure prompted her to Introductory Price struction on a new dormitory is scheduled to $ ment or Becker College is unclear. A raise the idea. 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Road (Route 20). Investigated. uninsured motor vehicle, driving an unregistered motor vehi- CHARLTON — 7:47 p.m. — Missing property on Masonic cle. Police stopped the vehicle he was driving on Southbridge Home Road. Investigated. Road (Route 169). CHARLTON — 3:06 pm. — Motor vehicle accident on Southbridge Road (Route 169). Transported to hospital. SATURDAY, FEB. 14 CHARLTON — 1:00 a.m. — Assisted motorist on Worcester CHARLTON — 9:52 a.m. — Officer Keith R. Cloutier arrested Road (Route 20). No action required. 25-year-old Joseph K. Tambolleo, of 26 Harrington Road. He is THURSDAY, FEB. 12 charged with driving with a suspended license, driving with a suspended registration and driving an uninsured motor vehi- CHARLTON — 6:11 p.m. — Motor vehicle accident on cle. Police stopped the vehicle he was driving on North Main The arrests and offenses listed herein were listed in each town's Brookfield Road. Could not locate. Street. police department logs. Those charged are innocent until proven CHARLTON — 6:03 p.m. — Erratic operation on Worcester CHARLTON — 1:44 a.m. — Officer Derek C. Gaylord and guilty in a court of law. Road (Route 20). Could not locate. Detective Sgt. Gary N. mason arrested 20-year-old Millbury res- This newspaper will publish dispensations of cases at the CHARLTON — 1:11 p.m. — 911 hang up on Stafford Street. ident Daniel S. Wilbur.He is charged with speeding and posses- request of the accused, with proper documentation. Party spoken to. sion of alcohol under 21. Police stopped the vehicle he was SUNDAY, FEB. 15 driving on Worcester Road (Route 20). WEDNESDAY, FEB. 11 CHARLTON — 10:38 p.m. — Motor vehicle accident on FRIDAY, FEB. 13 CHARLTON — 3:59 p.m. — Burglar alarm on Osgood Road. Fitzgerald Road. Vehicle towed. False alarm. CHARLTON — 11:18 p.m. — Officer Derek C. Gaylord charged CHARLTON — 7:07 p.m. — Domestic disturbance on E. Baylies CHARLTON — 1:38 p.m. — Motor vehicle accident on Stafford 25-year-old Southbridge resident Aracelis Ortiz-Arce with Road. Party spoken to. Street. Investigated. speeding and driving with a suspended license. Police stopped CHARLTON — 5:48 p.m. — Disabled motor vehicle on Freeman CHARLTON — 8:28 a.m. — Road hazard on Worcester Road the vehicle he was driving on Southbridge Road (Route 169). Road. No action required. (Route 20). Removed hazard. CHARLTON — 12:37 p.m. — Officer Keith R. Cloutier charged CHARLTON — 1:01 p.m. — Animal nuisance on Davidson 38-year-old Southbridge resident Kephas Okuku with driving Road. Services rendered. TUESDAY, FEB. 10 without a license and a lights violation. Police stopped the CHARLTON — 2:01 a.m. — Burglary on Smith Road. vehicle he was driving on Worcester Road (Route 20). Investigated. CHARLTON — 2:37 p.m. — Motor vehicle accident on Muggett CHARLTON — 11:41 a.m. — Officer Gregory Lewandowski CHARLTON — 1:20 a.m. — Disturbance on Worcester Road Hill Road. Investigated. arrested 35-year-old Brookfield resident Timothy Halbrook (Route 20). Peace restored. CHARLTON — 2:33 p.m. — Motor vehicle accident on H. Putnam Road. Investigated. with driving with a suspended license. Police stopped the vehi- SATURDAY, FEB. 14 CHARLTON — 6:00 a.m. — Annoying phone calls on Pond cle he was driving on Center Depot Road. Lane. Party spoken to. CHARLTON — 11:27 p.m. — Erratic operation on Worcester THURSDAY, FEB. 12 Road (Route 20) Could not locate. CHARLTON — 2:23 p.m. — Officer Keith R. Cloutier charged CHARLTON — 7:47 p.m. — 911 hang up on Masonic Home ARRESTS/CHARGES 39-year-old Dudley resident Howard R. Gunagan with driving Road. Investigated. with a suspended license. CHARLTON — 2:13 p.m. — Smoke invest on Nuggett Drive. SUNDAY, FEB. 15 CHARLTON — 11:42 p.m. — Officer Keith R. Cloutier arrested Investigated. 43-year-old Southbridge resident Richard P. Michna on an out- CHARLTON — 12:53 a.m. — Officer Derek C. Gaylord charged standing warrant. FRIDAY, FEB. 13 221-year-old Dudley resident with Christopher R. Giaquinto with speeding, driving with a revoked registration, driving an CHARLTON — 11:51 p.m. — Noise complaint on Sturbridge Wednesday, Feb. 11 CHARLTON — 10:15 a.m. — Officer Gregory Lewandowski charged 19-year-old Alexandra Brochu, of 16 Casey Road, with driving with a suspended license. Police stopped the vehicle News Briefs she was driving on Worcester Road (Route 20). Tuesday, Feb. 10 The center is a joint venture with CHARLTON — 11:16 a.m. — Officer Mike McGrath arrested a Hospital tops off technologies and treatments, such as 21st Century Oncology, Inc. The cen- 15-year-old individual on an outstanding warrant for breaking Intensity Modulated Radiation ter will include a chemotherapy and entering during the day. He was arrested at Bay Path Therapy (IMRT) and Image-Guided suite, state-of-the-art linear accelera- comprehensive Regional Vocational Technical High School Radiation Therapy (IGRT), which tor and treatment planning equip- cancer center focuses the radiation treatment on ment, advanced clinical trials and the tumor and spares the normal tis- cancer support services. SOUTHBRIDGE — Officials from sue. — Submitted by Harrington Harrington Hospital and its partner Hospital IF YOU THINK in its $14-million Cancer Center, have signed the last steel beam that will be placed on top of the facility, which will deliver state-of-the-art TACK cancer treatment to the region. “We are delighted that the con- INVOLVES A SHARP OBJECT, struction of our cancer treatment A: YOU SHOULDN’T OWN A center at Harrington Hospital is pro- gressing so rapidly.Only a few short months ago, we broke ground on this HORSE, project, which will bring state-of-the- AND B: art cancer treatment to the region,” said Edward Moore, Harrington FIND AN HORSE SUPPLY DEALER chief executive officer. “Now we’ve ON OUR EASY-TO-USE put the final steel girder in place for ONLINE DIRECTORY. our center, which will open in July All local. and provide cutting-edge radiation All the time. and medical oncology to thousands of residents in Central TheHeartOfMassachusetts.com Massachusetts and Northeastern Connecticut.” Courtesy photo The 21,000-square-foot two-story free-standing center being built at At the “topping off” ceremony are, pictured, left to right, Michele Moon Schumann of the edge of the Harrington Hospital 21st Century Oncology, Inc.; Dr. Timothy Shafman of 21st Century Oncology, Inc.; campus will be the first facility of its Hamer Clarke, chairman of the Building Committee of the Harrington Board of kind between Springfield and Directors; Ronald P. Carlson, vice chairman of the Harrington Board of Directors; and Worcester. It will feature the latest Edward Moore, Harrington chief executive officer. is attributed to Stendhal. This week’s front-page quote This week’s 6 •THE CHARLTON VILLAGER• Friday, February 20, 2009 www.charltonvillager.com Bringing down the (out)house EAGLE SCOUT HOPEFUL HELPING WITH CREATIVE FUNDRAISING PROJECT

BY TERESA A. FRANCO Scout at a ceremony Sunday, June to finish but it was fun to build STAFF WRITER 28. adding that he discovered leader- Boy Scout Nicholas Bragg has “It can’t be helping the Boy ship qualities within himself recently finished managing the Scouts, it has to be helping anoth- after doing the project. construction of an outhouse with er program,” he said. Nick said he did have a little his troop, but the purpose of the Keeping Auburn Warm first experience with carpentry from outhouse is not what one would approached him with the idea last classes at school before taking on assume. November and they told him they the project. Bragg, a junior at Bay Path wanted it done as soon as possible. “I’ve been through a week of Regional Vocational Technical Bragg then rounded up eight of [intro classes] with carpentry at High School in Charlton, built the his fellow Scouts and began school, but building a bird house outhouse for a Keeping Auburn orchestrating plans to create the was nothing like this,” Nick said. Warm fundraiser. The plan was outhouse. Bragg did lots of The sinking outhouse fundrais- for the outhouse to be placed on research for the project and got er is not a new concept. The the frozen ice of Auburn Pond donations for the materials. The Wachusett Rotary Club has the behind the Fire Department. Once cost of supplies totaled a little fundraiser every year and accord- it’s placed, people would make more than $300. ing to the club’s Web site, the bets on when it would fall into the “This isn’t something he half- fundraiser is successful. Webster water. Whoever guesses closest to heartedly went and did it,” said also has a similar contest called the date it falls in wins the con- Dave Bragg, Nick’s father. “Ice Out Einstein,” except a test. Dave, who is also an assistant dummy replica of Einstein is Bragg said the pond behind the leader for the troop, said Nick had used instead of an outhouse. The Fire Department was chosen to be given approval for the proj- contest usually raises a few thou- because it was the easiest area to ect and write up a detailed sand dollars every year for the view and that the firefighters description that was signed by Webster Lake Foundation. This would be able to practice their ice Lorraine Gleick Nordgren Senior year the contest is raising money rescue skills by retrieving it from Center Director Christina Silpe, for the Webster Education the bottom. Bragg mentioned that who is also one of the eight mem- Foundation as well. the outhouse was intended to be bers of Keeping Auburn Warm, Keeping Auburn Warm was cre- used for this year but will be used before getting to work. Dave added ated over the summer by next year because the pond is that he is a carpenter so he was Selectman Carl Westerman. The being drained for construction able to offer his son some guid- purpose of the organization is to this year. ance but that Nick did all the provide fuel assistance to resi- Teresa A. Franco photo Boy Scouts are required to com- plans himself. dents in need. plete a community service project Nick said it took about a week to Bay Path Regional Vocational Technical High School junior Nicholas Bragg holds up a in order to reach the rank of construct the outhouse and that Teresa A. Franco may be reached copy of the plans he used to build an outhouse for a Keeping Auburn Warm fundrais- Eagle Scout and the outhouse was the project seemed difficult at at 508-909-4136 or e-mail her at er. Bragg will reach the rank of Eagle Scout at a ceremony in June for completing the Bragg’s service project. He will first but it all turned out well. He [email protected]. project. officially receive the title of Eagle said it took longer than expected CALENDAR

SATURDAY, FEB. 21 SATURDAY, FEB. 28 Institute (a non-profit organization), will be holding its annual winter Pow-Wow at the Burgess Elementary School, from 11 STURBRIDGE — The Harrington Memorial Hospital CHARLTON — Charlton Baptist Church is offering two free a.m. to 5 p.m. Auxiliary invites children of all ages to join us at 1 p.m. at The showings of the recently released movie, “Fireproof”. The event is open to the public and will include Native Old Sturbridge Village Theatre for this family fun event. Showings run from 6-8 p.m., Saturdays, Feb. 7 and 28 at the American drumming, dancing, crafts and food. The POPPIN’ PUPPET performance was a gift to the HMH church, 50 Hammond Hill Road. There will be an entrance fee of $2 for adults and children 6-12 Auxiliary by Natalie Bigelow, in memory of her beloved grand- This event will also include free childcare for infants to 12 years. Children under 6 are free. mother, Cecile Edmunds. Cecile served the Harrington commu- year olds. To reserve childcare, call 508-248-4488 and provide the For more information, call 508-347-7829 or e-mail nity as a long time and dedicated Auxiliary volunteer. name and age(s) of children. [email protected]. Cost to attend this event is $15 per family. Children must be Light refreshments will be served after the movie. accompanied by an adult. Tickets will be available for sale at the For more information, call Charlton Baptist at 508-248-4488 or THURSDAY, MARCH 19 door on the day of the performance. go to www.charltonbaptist.org. Popcorn and refreshments will be available and on sale dur- STURBRIDGE — The La Leche League of Sturbridge will ing the performance. The Poppin’ Puppets promises to be a SATURDAY. FEB. 28 meet at EarthSpirits, on Route 20, from 7-8:30 p.m. crowd pleaser to be enjoyed by all. STURBRIDGE — The New England Native American Continued on page 7 www.charltonvillager.com Friday, February 20, 2009 •THE CHARLTON VILLAGER•7 OBITUARIES Evelyn E. Fox, 80 Francis P. Charland, 63 WEBSTER — Evelyn E. (Pepka) Fox, 80, of lived here all her life. WORCESTER — Francis P. Charland, 63, of of Massachusetts for six years. 17 George St., died Sunday,Feb. 8 at her daugh- The funeral was held Thursday,Feb. 12 from Worcester, and more recently of Florida, died He was employed as a Heat Treater for over ter’s home in Charlton, after an illness. the Shaw-Majercik Funeral Home, 48 School Sunday, Feb. 8 in Massachusetts General 35 years at GKN Sinter Metals (formerly Mass She was the wife of the late James D. Fox Sr. St., with Mass at 10 a.m. in St. Joseph Basilica, Hospital in Boston. Steel) in Worcester before he retired and He died in 2006. Whitcomb Street, Webster. Burial will be in St. He leaves his two children, Daniel P. moved to Florida. She leaves a son, James D. Fox Jr. of Joseph Garden of Peace, Webster. Charland and Kim M. Coleman, both of Fran was quite the handyman, he enjoyed Kingston, Ohio; a daughter, Kim K. LaFortune Calling hours will be held from 8:30-9:45 a.m. Charlton; six grandchildren; his companion, weekly projects with his children in their of Charlton; four grandchildren; and four Thursday in the funeral home. Lori A. Ulfves of Worcester; a sister, Patricia homes. great-grandchildren. Flowers may be sent or donations may be Racki of Rochdale; and several nieces, His funeral Mass was celebrated Thursday, She was born in Webster, daughter of the made to the St. Jude Research Hospital, 501 St. nephews and friends. Feb. 12 in Saint Joseph's Church, 189 Oxford late William and Mary (Kuszawa) Pepka and Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-1905. He was predeceased by a sister, Phyllis Street North, Auburn. Burial was in Hillside Hynes. Cemetery, Auburn. Francis was born in Worcester, son of the Memorial contributions can be made to late Dollard and Anna (Sullivan) Charland, MGH, Cardiac SICU. Debra A. Wall, 45 and had lived in Worcester most of his life. The Britton-Wallace Funeral Home, 91 He attended Leicester High School and St. Central St., Auburn, directed the arrange- ROCHDALE — Debra A. (Gengarelli) Walls, from Worcester State College. Joseph's Catholic School. ments. 45, of Rochdale, passed away Saturday, Feb. 7 Debra worked for the past 9 years as a cir- He later served his country during the For Fran's personal online memorial, please surrounded by her family and friends after a cuit design specialist for One Vietnam War with the Army National Guard visit www.brittonfuneralhomes.com courageous battle with cancer. Communications and prior to that she worked Debra is survived by her husband, Robert J. for Comlink Communications. Walls; a son, Scott B. Grabauskas and his wife She cherished the outdoors, enjoyed hiking, Rebecca of Rochdale; two stepchildren, kayaking, pottery and especially gardening Joan A. Gagne, 69 Corissa M. Walls and Jeffery D. Walls both of with her father. OXFORD — Joan A. (Gallant) Gagne, 69, of and was a lifelong resident of Oxford. Oxford; her mother, Marie A. (Ritacco) Family was a big part of her life. She treas- Little John Circle, died Thursday, Feb. 12, in Mrs. Gagne worked at SCRRI in Sturbridge Gengarelli; two brothers, Mark J. Gengarelli ured the times she spent with and around her home after a two-year battle with cancer. for 24 years, retiring in 2007 due to her illness. and his wife Wendy, and Christopher them. She is survived by her husband of 49 years, Previously, she worked at Gagne’s Market in Gengarelli all of Millbury; a sister, Sandra J. A funeral Mass for Debra was held. Friday, Philomond Gagne III of Oxford; three chil- North Oxford for 15 years. Kosmider and her husband Ed of Charlton; Feb. 13 in Our Lady of Loreto Church, 37 dren, Curt J. Gagne and his wife, Theresa, of She enjoyed playing games and cards, and aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. Massasoit Road. Burial will be at the conven- Oxford, Brenda A. Gagne of Holland, and played pitch with a group for 30 years. She was Her father, John J. "Jack" Gengarelli, Jr. ience of the family. James J. Gagne and his wife, Rebecca, of an avid Red Sox fan and enjoyed traveling and passed away Nov. 10. Memorial contributions may be made to Brimfield; her mother-in-law, Doris Gagne of going to the beach. Mrs. Gagne enjoyed play- Debra was born in Worcester, grew up in The Lung Cancer Research Foundation, 800 Oxford; two brothers, Paul Gallant and his ing bingo and going to Foxwoods, and especial- Millbury and lived in Charlton before moving 3rd Avenue-4th Floor, New York, NY 10022. wife, Margaret, of East Hartland, Conn., and ly loved spending time with her grandson, to Rochdale. The Mercadante Funeral Home & Chapel, David Gallant of Putnam, Conn.; a sister, nephews, and nieces. She graduated from Millbury High School. 370 Plantation St., directed the arrangements. Marie Duhamel of Auburn; a grandson, A funeral was held Monday, Feb. 16, from She then earned her degree in psychology Andrew G. Gagne of Oxford; two sisters-in- Paradis Funeral Home, 357 Main St., Oxford, law, Kathy Gallant of Charlton and Jean followed by a Mass at St. Ann’s Church, 652 Gallant of North Carolina; and many Main St., North Oxford. Burial was at St. Send all obituary notices to the nephews and nieces. Roch’s Cemetery, Oxford. Charlton Villager,25 Elm St., A brother, Pete Gallant of Brimfield, who Memorial contributions may be made to the died in 1973, and a nephew, Kevin Gallant of VNA Care Hospice, 120 Thomas St., Worcester, Southbridge, MA 01550, or by e-mail to Charlton, who died in 2006, predeceased her. MA 01608. She was born in Oxford, the daughter of the Visit www.paradisfuneralhome.com. [email protected]. late Emil J. and Esther M. (Burke) Gallant, CALENDAR

Continued from page 6 CELEBRATE RECOVERY parents and teachers. The topic will be Breastfeeding Myths and Facts. Discussion For more information, call Dick Lisi at 508-410-1332 or e-mail CHARLTON —Charlton Baptist Church's Celebrate Recovery richard.s.lisi @bankofamerica.com. topics are flexible; your questions are the main focus. celebrated God's healing power in our lives through eight recov- For more information, visit www.lllsturbridge.org. ery principles and the Christ-centered 12 Steps. SATURDAY, MARCH 7 This experience allows us to be changed. We open the door by FRIENDS INVITE PUBLIC TO MONTHLY MEETING sharing our experiences, strengths, and hopes with one another. CHARLTON — March will roar in like a Lion with The In addition, we become willing to accept God's grace in solving CHARLTON _ The Friends of the Charlton Public Library Charlton Lions’ Club’s Annual Frosty Fest. our life problems. By working the steps and applying their invites the public to attend its next monthly meeting at 6:30 p.m. At 10 a.m. youngsters ages 4-7 will be enchanted by “The Biblical principles, we begin to grow spiritually.We become free T in the children’s story room on the lower level of the library. Storytime Lady,” Carole Stewart, at the Charlton Library, fol- from our addictive, compulsive, and dysfunctional behaviors. New members, current members and non-members are lowed by a snowman building contest from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. This freedom creates a stronger personal relationship with God always welcome. for all ages in the recreation fields. At 6 p.m. at Camp Joslin, 150 and others. As we progress through the principles we discover We will continue our discussions of new events and pro- Richardson’s Corner Road, the second Annual Chili Cook-off our personal, loving and forgiving Higher Power — Jesus grams. Our photography/calendar contest is underway and we will be held. Christ. anticipate another tremendous response. We will be launching The $10 ticket price includes chili samples, bowl of chili of Celebrate Recovery is held every Friday, from 7:30-9:30 p.m. at our supermarket receipts program in the near future and will choice (alternatives available) and one drink. The chili winner Charlton Baptist Church, 50 Hammond Hill Road. release our first quarterly newsletter later this winter. will advance to the International Chili Society New England For more information, call Elaine at 508-248-7597 or visit charl- As always, meeting attendees are invited to enjoy a cup of Championship on May 2. tonbaptist.org gourmet coffee, tea or hot chocolate, courtesy of the Friends. To enter a chili or for tickets call 508-248-4411 or purchase at Light refreshments will also be available. For more information door. Tables of ten can be reserved. SKI PROGRAM about the meeting or the Friends group, please call the library at For more information on this event, call or e-mail Shelley 508-248-0452 or contact Phyllis Hanlon at 508-248-5161 or polish- Parents, students and teachers. Here is an opportunity to ski [email protected] Yeager-Doucette, chairperson, Frosty Fest, Charlton Lions Club, or snowboard affordably. You can ski six Saturday nights at at 508-248-4411 or [email protected]. Wachusett Mountain for $105 beginning Saturday, Jan. 10 and ending Saturday, Feb. 14. You could also possible FRIDAY, MARCH 27 ski for free if you have Fallon Community Health Plan as We Buy Gold & Jewelry, Any Condition or Amount your health care provider. 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CHARLTON — Emma Robitaille and Nicole Burke perform a duet during the dress rehearsal for the 21st annual sixth-grade talent show.

CHARLTON — Felicia Dufresne and Rebecca Chamberlain perform a duet in their pink outfits.

CHARLTON — Emily Leclerc performed on the piano.

CHARLTON — Brandt Ambrosia, performed his magic for the crowd.

CHARLTON — Lizzy Potter smiles at her partner as she performs her CHARLTON — Megan White played the part of a vicious old lady during her skit with friend Laura duet. Yarkevicius. www.charltonvillager.com Friday, February 20, 2009 •THE CHARLTON VILLAGER•9

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CHARLTON —Lucy Harmon wore her favorite Taylor Swift shirt as she performed her half of a duet.

CHARLTON — Shawn Tarasiak might have given John Bonham a run for his money on the drums.

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VIEWS AND COMMENTARYOPINION FROM CHARLTON, CHARLTON CITY, CHARLTON DEPOT AND BEYOND Quick response Holes have been was best thing shot through for A-Rod self-discipline We may not know exactly what here’s a scene in prompted him to come clean (although Robert Mulligan’s ego comes to mind), but when you get brilliant screen Tadaptation of “To right down to it, Alex Rodriguez had Kill a Mockingbird” when no other option. Gregory Peck’s Atticus Finch shoots and kills a Well, strike that. If the recent Sports rabid dog. Illustrated report that he tested posi- The book and movie, of tive for steroids while playing for the course, have racism as their BIRD’S central theme. That particu- Texas Rangers was false, he could lar scene, however, had noth- have sued and protested his inno- NEST ing to do with racism — and cence. But that report came out last everything to do with some- week, and A-Rod did not insist he was thing that seems almost non- WALTER BIRD existent today. innocent. Instead, he referred all ques- The idea that someone tions to MLB’s players’ union. could stand in the middle of At that moment, we all knew he was a public street, in broad daylight, and fire a rifle — no matter the intended target — is, of guilty.The only suspense was whether course, absurd in modern-day society. But that he would stand tall and admit culpa- is precisely how it was so many years ago. bility and when. There was no fear that the shooter was embark- ing on a drive-by, or that an innocent child Last week, we got our answer. would be slain. If there were a wild animal A-Rod, who is now doomed to hear threatening the area, it would be shot. chants of “A-Fraud” whenever he The scene in that Oscar-winning film shows Best to keep personal a seemingly awestruck Jem, regarding his appears at Fenway Park, conceded father with admiration for his single-shot accu- guilty in an interview with ESPN, say- racy. He was, I suspect, not unlike most young ing he took banned substances from boys who tend to look at their fathers with things personal unclouded vision — free of any suspicions or 2001-03. His reason: “Back then it was societal judgments. a different culture. It was very loose. I Today, much of society would scorn any was young. I was stupid.” In a culture where iden- Yet when a user adds any of these applica- father who would expose a young child to such tity theft is becoming less tions, he or she must affirm that he or she is an exercise. Yes, yes, yes and yes on four counts. of a rare horror story and willing to allow the application to access his Why? What has changed so much that we It was a different and loose culture more of a common experi- or her profile information. But it’s not just have become a people that are quicker to look among athletes — a time well before ence across, it surprises that — the applications also require the user for the wrong in something versus the good; for the potential outcome rather than the obvious the era of congressional hearings — me that so many people are to affirm that he or she is willing to share all willing to post personal of his or her friends’ profile information as lesson? and A-Rod was young and stupid. and revealing information well, without the friends’ consent — whether Why have we evolved (or is it dissolved) into What the public should demand now, online in forums like blogs, or not you or your friends have high security a society where brandishing a gun in public for the purposes of ridding a neighborhood of a however, is an explanation from the Facebook, and MySpace, settings on the site. This is all legally covered just to name a few. on some level by terms of agreement which potential threat is unheard of, entirely unac- ceptable and, worse still, illegal? players’ union as to how it can justify A key example? The list KRISTAL users agree to when they create a Facebook Never mind that with vaccinations and other shielding these players who cheated. of 25 things that Facebook profile. But when I created my Facebook pro- KLEAR controls the incidences of rabid animals in Granted, the testing A-Rod underwent users have begun posting file back in 2004, things like applications did- public are minimal. The answer would seem to back then was done with the assur- over the past few weeks. n’t exist — you couldn’t even post photo come down to that one thing that is so scarce About three weeks ago, I KRIS REARDON albums on the site back then — so I didn’t ance of anonymity, which is probably today: self-discipline. noticed one friend had actually know that my friends were voluntar- A man with a rifle at his ready might be just precisely why he didn’t bother going posted a list of 25 facts ily giving away information about me with- as likely to fire it at a driver who cut him off as off the juice. And the union, of course, about herself — things that I knew (her out my knowledge or consent until a recent he would at a raccoon that is frothing at the wants its players to get the biggest favorite color, for example), other things I story about identity theft on Facebook mouth. And we’re more likely to read about a didn’t know (how old she was when she first caught my attention. father who lets his 7- or 8-year-old son fire an contracts they can. flew on a plane), and still other things I It might seem harmless that a Scrabble Uzi at a gun range — and then watches in hor- But at what price? would probably be happier not knowing (no game would know a Facebook user’s date of ror as the weapon malfunctions and the kid How long must young kids watch need to mention them here — you’d probably birth, but the applications that your friends blows his head off. rather not know, either). might be adding are not necessarily harm- It isn’t symptomatic of society as a whole, their sports idols shatter their own I was intrigued by her list, wondering less. The BBC did a recent study where a this plague that has visited many of us. There image? How long until someone of A- where she’d gotten the idea. On the subject journalist created a “Miner” application, the still is discipline and self-control. It’s just that Rod’s stature not only admits guilt, but line, it noted that others should also make sole purpose of which was to compile infor- we see fewer and fewer examples of it. We cer- goes to every high school in America lists about themselves to post on their pro- mation from users’ profiles. The BBC report- tainly don’t see much of it on the evening news- files, and within a week I noticed dozens of ed that when it contacted Facebook, “It told casts, which see a greater chance of high rat- and tells these young athletes there is similar lists popping up on my computer us that it has an entire investigations team ings in reporting on the kid with the blown off no substitute for hard work and dedi- screen from friends in a new sort of elabo- watching the site, and removing applications head than on the guy who calmed a family by rate chain letter. Time magazine reported that violate its terms of use which would slaying a potentially threatening beast. cation? There are still walks of life where such A-Rod did the right thing, even if his that in the first week of its existence, an esti- include our Miner application.” mated five million Facebook users created While it’s a good thing that the company is things are OK, but not in the cities and urban hand was basically forced. It’s more lists about themselves — about 125 million able and willing to investigate security areas, where violence and the daily struggle just to stay alive have become a way of life. facts now floating around in cyberspace. breaches like this one, it would probably be a than can be said for Roger Clemens, I’d like to think there are fathers who still who continues to play the saint even On some level, I wondered why so many of better thing if users were more careful about teach their children about firearm safety and as the evidence continues to mount my friends thought that people actually their own information. How easy would it for how to shoot at a target; that they don’t take cared about largely insignificant details a hacker to used compiled data from some- them to the gun range and place an automatic that he used steroids. Barry Bonds about their lives. These lists seemed to exist one’s profile to guess at a password or answer weapon in their still-growing hands. admitted using something, but he has somewhere in that gray area between good security questions on an e-mail to reset a You don’t need to shoot a gun in front of a kid never publicly come out and admitted fun and narcissism, but I could deal with password? And it’s not your e-mails to family, to teach him discipline, but it shouldn’t be that. What I really couldn’t deal with was friends, and long lost cousin Raul that hack- he took steroids. He has never apolo- looked at as unthinkable, either. It’s about wondering how five million Facebook users ers would be interest in — it’s the paperless respecting something that has the potential to gized to his teammates, his team and would be willing to give away information bank or credit card statements that so many cause great damage. It’s about being disci- his fans. At least R-Rod did that. about themselves so publicly. get by e-mail which would allow them to plined enough to know when, and how,to use it. In doing so, he did set one example Online profiles on Facebook — and other financially steal your identity. It’s about having the self-control to not bran- forums — contain information that most The blog Inside Facebook recently report- dish the weapon just because someone ticks for kids by standing up and taking the users wouldn’t likely give away to strangers, ed that one user’s account was hacked into, you off. blame. The damage, however, is done. including birth dates, information about and that a hacker solicited money from the I have a friend I haven’t seen in ages whom I How much his admission damage’s A- their hometowns, addresses, phone num- user’s friends. The hacker, using the messen- remember talking about how he taught his son bers, e-mail addresses, family members’ ger feature on Facebook after figuring out about firearms and firearm safety. He sat him Rod’s legacy remains to be seen. names, high schools and college attended … the user’s Facebook password, was able to down, around the age of 8 or so, and placed a It’s the perfect source for someone looking to contact the user’s friends and tell them the handgun on the kitchen table. He proceeded to HOW TO SUBMIT LETTERS steal an identity.And yet, many users on this user was stuck in London, was robbed, and dismantle the gun and put it back together, tak- site — and others, too — are lulled into a false needed some cash to be able to fly home. ing the time and care to explain each piece and Send letters to the editor to Walter Bird at sense of security because of supposed priva- While many do trust Facebook and its its function. He did so because he had noticed the Charlton Villager, 25 Elm St., his son expressing a growing interest in that Southbridge, MA 01550, or by e-mail to cy settings that seem to — but don’t actually efforts to improve users’ security,I can’t help — protect their private information,. but wonder if users on this site and others gun he would sometimes see his father handle. [email protected]. Allow at In so doing, he effectively took the mystery least 48 hours for a confirmation response. For example, one of the most popular fea- should be more careful about the informa- right out of it. Please supply home address and phone tures on Facebook is the “applications” users tion they post on their profiles — and recon- number. Don’t send letters via fax. There is Did that guarantee his son would never no word count for letters, the discerning can add. They include things like cute and sider adding an additional 25 facts about sneak behind his back and grab the gun — reader will understand that brevity is the funny “bumper stickers” and “gifts” that themselves to the mix of too much informa- maybe even, God forbid, do something tragic? key to good communication. Longer sub- users can send to each other, and they also tion that already exists about them online in missions will be published as space allows. No. But by sitting there with the boy and treat- “Your Turn” guest columns can be used include things like online games of Scrabble the first place. ing the gun not like a toy,but as something to be for longer pieces, and should be between which users can challenge each other to play, respected, he demonstrated discipline and self- 700-800 words. and forums for activism (“Little Green Kristina Reardon contributes a column to control. The editor, at his or her discretion, Patch” supposedly helps the environment). Stonebridge Press Newspapers. reserves the right to edit all submissions. Atticus Finch taught his two children many things. Color blindness and the respect of all things human was, perhaps, the most impor- tant. But with a simple display of gunmanship at a time when it was warranted — and in that SOUND OFF! scene outside the cabin of his client’s family where he resisted any temptation to retaliate Sound Off is an anonymous forum allowing for for being spit in his face — he taught them two opinions, ideas, suggestions — basically whatev- of the most important lessons a parent can er’s on your mind. E-mail wbird@stonebridge- teach his kids. 25 Elm St., Southbridge, MA 01550 press.com. A verifiable return e-mail address I’m not saying it isn’t taught at all anymore, Telephone (800) 367-9898 must be included for verfication. Or call 508-764- because it is. It’s just quite striking to see Fax (508) 764-8015 4325, ext. 5, to leave a Sound Off message. A played out an innocent scene you couldn’t www.charltonvillager.com imagine witnessing today. return phone number, for confirmation purpos- Times change. Societies change. Certain es only, is required. ideals never should. That a segment of society FRANK G. WALTER BIRD All Sound Offs will be checked for accuracy, has so loosened its grip on discipline and self- JR. although it is understood that, often, it is the control is something that might have discour- CHILINSKI writer’s opinion. EDITOR/EDITOR aged Atticus Finch as much as the uncon- PRESIDENT/PUBLISHER Get ready to Sound Off ! scionable courtroom decision that ultimately AT LARGE sealed his client’s tragic fate. www.charltonvillager.com Friday, February 20, 2009 •THE CHARLTON VILLAGER•11 ‘Cancer made me a stronger person’

effect of her treatments. In addition, a medica- SURVIVOR tion she was taking tacked 70 additional continued from page 1 pounds on her frame. She has since lost some “She is a very active, active person,” Dufault of that unwanted weight, but 30 extra pounds said. still remain. Then there was That is not the only quirk to Even through that, her optimistic outlook Channell’s story. on life forbade her from falling into a state of For Channell, cancer had its bad moments, depression. but there were special moments, too, perhaps “Even if I died, I was going to win,” she said. none more so than when she asked her “I was putting a positive spin [on the situa- boyfriend, Dewain, if she could go on his tion].” health plan. She had become saddled with Dying, Channell said, would have given doc- $3,000 in medical costs her insurance did not tors one more case study to use in trying to cover. find a cure for cancer. Channell did not get the answer she was Channell has emerged from the other side of expecting. saga with her cancer “under control” and a “It would be easier if you just marry me,” few lessons under her belt. With a smile, she Channell said Dewain told her. said she only has to get a mammogram every Her response? six months and visit the doctor once annually. “I said ‘What the heck?’” By July, she is hoping she can stop taking a The couple married Dec. 15, 2007. medication she has taken for five years. Their marriage didn’t completely erase “[Cancer] made me a stronger person,” some of the doubts Channell harbored. Channell said. “There are nice people in the Dewain had been supportive through her world. For every mean person, there are 200 treatments and doctor visits. Despite that, nice people.” Channell was not sure of her marital future. It also convinced her to buy a motorcycle “He was with me every step of the way,” she and drive it to her heart’s content, despite the said. “I did not want to get married because I pain she said it could cause in her hands. did not know if I was going to live.” A seemingly fearless woman, the only thing There was a chance, she said, the cancer Channell acknowledged fearing is “that we could return, this time in her brain or bones. are not going to win the battle … of beating When Channell felt the physical and mental cancer.” tolls of her condition, she hid any outward Ryan Grannan-Doll can be reached by phone signs of pain, fearing it would be the cancer (508)-909-4050, or by e-mail at rgrand@stone- returning. In fact, the pain was only a side bridgepress.com Charlton resident Jo-Ann Channell proudly rides her motorcycle she bought after battling breast cancer. Craver staying put, Signs contract into 2012 CONTRACT cent raise if she receives a Craver receives a few perks according to Worcester town’s annual budget. Last October, Brown made continued from page 1 satisfactory evaluation. under her new contract. She County District Attorney “I am extremely happy that a motion to renew Craver’s While the existing contract is entitled to five weeks of Spokesman Timothy J. she is staying,” he said. “I contract. It was withdrawn ing or merit-based, in also lacks a section dealing paid vacation annually, start- Connolly. According to think we have a very good after Selectman Kathleen Craver’s $108,412 salary are with how selectmen evaluate ing July 1, 2010 until the deal Craver, Town Counsel James professional working rela- Walker said more time should now tied to any increases her. Selectmen are working expires. Cosgrove agreed in an e-mail. tionship. I think she has very be taken to consider the con- town hall department heads on a new policy to evaluate Coming to an agreement on The negotiations took place good insight into how a tract. She said she did not would receive, according to the town administrator after the new contract, according in executive session under an municipality functions.” want to “rubber stamp” the Swensen. they violated the state Open to two sources, did not violate allowed exception to the law. Selectman Scott D. Brown proposed deal right then. “It just seemed to make Meeting Law last year in cre- the Open Meeting Law. The Selectmen were excited to sang her praises as well, say- sense to tie her compensation ating her review. After initial- deal was approved in execu- keep Craver for another three ing Craver is creative and has Ryan Grannan-Doll can be on to that,” Swensen said. ly refusing to release her tive sessions, according to years. Swensen said she is a a number of strengths. reached by phone (508)-909- Under the current agree- review last year, copies they Swensen, and never in open capable public servant with a “I think she has got a num- 4050, or by e-mail at ment, Craver receives a 2.5- eventually made public gave session. Doing so falls in line lot of experience, and is espe- ber of them, I would not limit [email protected] percent annual cost-of-living Craver high marks. with Open Meeting Law, cially good a creating the it one,” increase along with a 2-per- Area lawmakers opposed to gas tax increase

more fair than changing the tolls. It “We’re saying reforms before rev- tice” to drivers, State Rep. Paul west of Route 128 would come down GAS is a burden across the board.” enue,” he said. Kujawski, D-Webster, was also by the end of the year, according to continued from page 1 Another man filling his gas tank, While opposing the proposed against it. the report. Connecticut drivers shell out 34.3 who refused to give his name, said increase, State Rep. Geraldo Alicea, “[His constituents] don’t have No final decisions on a plan have cents per gallon. Alaska drivers pay drivers need to make sacrifices to D-Charlton, said he is open to tolls enough money to go around and pay been made, according to a statement the lowest rate, at 8 cents per gallon. help the government. on state borders that currently lack the expenses that are required right posted on Patrick’s Web site. Area motorists had a mixed reac- “Regrettably,it may be necessary,” them. now,” he said. “I have no problem “We have a whole range of options tion to the idea last week. he said. “We all have to help us “Anything is on the table,” he said. with maintaining or increasing on the table from a menu intended to Sturbridge resident Ann Beaudry through this crisis.” Citing the need for drivers to pay tolls.” put our transportation network on a was filling up her blue Jeep at The idea of raising the tax on for the roads they use, State Rep. Patrick’s policy would also tear sustainable path to relief for the PetroMax gas station in drivers did not sit well with local Anne Gobi, D-Spencer, said she also down turnpike tolls inside Route long term,” Patrick said. Southbridge as she expressed her lawmakers. Brewer, among the more opposed a gas tax hike. 128, but institute a gas tax levy sys- opinion. vocally opposed, said cost-saving “I think it is too early to talk about tem that would track a driver’s miles Ryan Grannan-Doll can be reached “I don’t think we need to go so measures are needed before jacking an increase,” she said. using a chip installed in the vehi- by phone at (508) 909-4050, or by e-mail much, so fast,” she said. “I think it is the price on drivers. Calling the idea a “complete injus- cle’s inspection sticker. The tolls at [email protected] School districts partner to apply for grant

The poor economic conditions have forced a delay in that requirement, he said. For now, he said, his schools are trying their best to impart American history on their students. “I think we are doing the best we can,” he SUSHI said. Learning the origins of the United States is crucial to understanding today’s society, according to OSV Education Coordinator SOUNDS APPETIZING. Robert Laughlin. “I think the most important thing is the relevance as to what is happening today,” he BUT, YOU WOULDN’T TRAVEL TO said. What future students may learn, such as the 2008 presidential election, he said, is cur- rently being written into the history books. “It is the next chapter about what we have been teaching about many of the museums,” he said. “It is important for the students to see themselves how they can make change.” The grant is competitive, but so far offi- JAPAN cials are confident they stand a good chance of receiving the cash. “We think we have a strong application,” Schaper said. “We had a lot of encourage- ment to apply.” TO GET IT. The team approach was used to better their chances, according to Spencer-East Brookfield Superintendent Ralph E. Hicks. Charlton Middle School teacher does a history lesson about the Crusades. Generally, larger school districts receive the grant, he said. He plans to write a letter of GRANT partner with a museum or college, Schaper support to improve the chances. continued from page 1 said. If previous years’ indicators are any judge “It is more about building a very strong area schools have a decent shot. The DOE District, Auburn Public Schools and the teaching community,” she said and to “grow awarded $114 million with 121 grants in the Tantasqua Regional School District are all really wonderful teachers of American his- grants last year, with Southbridge receiving applying for the grant. tory.” $896,779, according to the DOE. The Abby A group to create a proposal has already Specifically, teachers would gain more Kelley Foster Charter Public School in been formed and plans to submit an applica- “content-knowledge” and learn to develop Worcester received $499,998 in 2007. For now, tion by the Friday, March 6 deadline, accord- interactive lessons for their students, one local selectmen is trying to remain hope- ing to Tantasqua Assistant Superintendent Find your favorite takeout, Schaper said. They would be periodically ful. Beth Schaper. Hopefully, she said, they will improved upon, she added. “We will keep our fingers crossed,” North quick and easy. have a decision about the grant come May. “It is really a process,” she said. Brookfield School Committee Chairman If they receive the award, educators from The method falls in line with the state’s Jeffrey Hicks said. Old Sturbridge Village (OSV) and Worcester- curriculum requirements, according to based Antiquarian Society, a historical cen- All local. All the time. Dudley-Charlton Superintendent Sean M. Ryan Grannan-Doll can be reached by phone ter that houses historical documents, would Gilrein. The state was to require passing a (508)-909-4050, or by e-mail at rgrand@stone- assist in training the teachers. As part of its TheHeartOfMassachusetts.com history MCAS exam in order to graduate. bridgepress.com criteria, the grant requires applicants to 12 •THE CHARLTON VILLAGER• Friday, February 20, 2009 www.charltonvillager.com

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Catering Menu We offer take-out catering for all types of functions with all types of food. Here are many of our Italian Favorites. But if you have some thing else in mind - from authentic barbeque to an elegant dinner party - just give us a call and we are happy to put together the perfect menu!

Giovanello’s Platters Giovanello’s Prepared Italian Specialties Medium platter (serves 6-8), Large platter (serves 10-14) 1/2 pan (10x12 -serves 6-8), Full pan (12x20 -serves 10-14) Med. Large 1/2 pan Full pan

¡ Sandwich & Panini Platter $35 $65 Grilled Chicken Wings $35 $65 Giovanello’s Antipasto Platter $35 $65 Grilled Garden Veggies $35 $65

C Fresh Mozzarella, Tomato, & Basil Platter $30 $60 Homemade Sausage & Peppers $35 $65 L

I Lasagna Cheese $40 $75 P Chicken Caesar Salad Platter $30 $60

& Lasagna Meat & Cheese $40 $75 Spinach Salad Platter $25 $50

S Lasagna Veggie $40 $75

A Garden Salad Platter $20 $40

V Meatballs $35 $65 E Vegetable Dip Platter - Fresh raw veggies w/homemade dip $30 $60 Pasta Primavera $35 $65 ¡ Cheese & Fruit Platter - Italian cheeses and fruits of the season $35 $65 Pulled Pork (Giovanello’s BBQ) $35 $65 Deluxe Deli Platter - Genoa Salami, Pepperoni, Turkey, Roast Beef, Ravioli $35 $65 Ham, Provolone, & American cheese $35 $65 Roasted Herb Potatoes $25 $45 Bulkie Rolls /Sub Rolls $7.25/dz Shrimp Scampi w/Linguine $50 $95

String Bean Salad $30 $55 ¡ Italian Cookie & Pastry Platter $25 $50

String Bean & Prosciutto Roasted Potato $35 $65 E V

Stuffed Mushrooms $35 $65 A Giovanello’s Prepared Italian Specialties Stuffed Peppers $35 $65

1/2 pan (10x12 -serves 6-8), Full pan (12x20 -serves 10-14) &S Stuffed Shells $35 $65 P 1/2 pan Full pan I Tortellini Marinara $25 $45 L

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Green Thumb Florist Route 31 Leonard D. Rea, EA Charlton Depot Certified Financial Planner Wedding Flowers & Accessories 508.248.5520 Tuxedo Rental same location for 35 years Your Hometown Heating Specialist Tax & Financial Planning Gourmet Gift Baskets Office Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00 to 5:00 Soybean Candles Tel# (508)248-9797 Individual & Small Business Returns Balloons General Repair Audit Representation Dish Gardens & Plants DON’T PAY TOO MUCH FOR OIL! Foreign & Domestic $ Electronic filing Hand Blown Glass • Mon. price 2/16/09 was 1.98 per gallon Commercial Services • Call for the most up to date daily price or visit us at Investment Counseling Memory Registry www.charltonoil.com Delivery Service “Honest work at ** 24 Hour Emergency Service Available** www.LeonardRea.com reasonable prices” [email protected] 381 Sturbridge Rd., • Brimfield, MA “Call Us First!” 413-245-6565 Diagnostic Work Oil Changes 17 Glendale Road • Sturbridge www.sturbridgecandle.com $ .95 Brake Work most cars 23 508-347-2436 Open: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm • Sat 8:30am-2pm *prices subject to change

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WALTHAM — Bentley University Dean of Business, BOSTON — LAUREN M. LANDRY, majoring in communi- NORTH DARTMOUTH — DANIEL JOSEPH LANDRy earned a Michael J. Page, and Dean of Arts and Science, Catherine cation studies, and EMILY BANIUKIEWICZ, majoring in grade-point average qualifying him for the Dean’s List at Davy, recently announced the names of three Charlton resi- political science, have been named to the Dean’s List at UMass-Dartmouth for the fall semester. dents who were named to the President's List for extraordinary Northeastern University for the fall semester. Landry is a student in the College of Arts and Sciences. academic achievement in the fall 2008 semester: Both are from Charlton. • ERIC HARTLEY HOLDEN of Charlton, a senior majoring in economics/finance. • NICK A. KOMISSAROV of Charlton, a senior majoring in Lawrie makes Dean’s at managerial economics. • KATHERINE ELIZABETH TODD of Charlton, a junior majoring in corporate finance & accounting. Springfield College SPRINGFIELD — GINA LAWRIE of Charlton was named to the Dean’s List at Springfield College for the fall 2008 term:

LEARNING BRIEFS SHEPHERD HILL REGIONAL HIGH AND CHARLTON MIDDLE SCHOOL College announces two recent Group for parents of special Monday, Feb. 23: Chicken Caesar salad wrap, potato puffs, fruit. appointments needs kids meets Tuesday, Feb. 24: Sloppy joes on a bun, potato puffs, coleslaw, cake. CHARLTON — Gina Joseph-Collins, EdD, has recently CHARLTON — Dudley-Charlton Parent Partners meets Wednesday, Feb. 25: Lasagna with cheese and sauce, been appointed Dean of One Day Programs at Bay Path the first Monday of each month, with its next meeting at the salad, rolls and butter, cake. College. David M. Demers, PhD, of Burlington, Conn. has Charlton Public Library in the Community Room, from 9:30- Thursday, Feb. 26: Shepherd’s pie (hamburger, corn, recently been appointed vice president for Academic and 11:30 a.m. potato), rolls and butter, cake. Administrative Technology. The objective of the group is to partner with and provide Friday, Feb. 27: Ravioli with sauce, vegetable, rolls and In her new capacity,Joseph-Collins will oversee Bay Path’s support to families in the Dudley-Charlton school district butter, fruited Jell-O. One-Day-a-Week Saturday College programs for adult who have children with special needs. women. The One-Day programs are offered at all three Bay Many families may be familiar with some of the following CHARLTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Path campuses — Longmeadow, Burlington and Central terms: IEP, 504 Plan, PT, OT, EI, SLP, ABA. In an informal Massachusetts (Sturbridge/Charlton). forum, parents meet to share ideas and learn about ways to Monday, Feb. 23: Two tacos with cheese, tomatoes, “I am pleased to welcome Dr. Gina Joseph-Collins to Bay improve the quality of family life at home, in the schools and refried beans, fruit. Path College as the new Dean of One Day Programs,” said community. Together as a community, parents network and Tuesday, Feb. 24: American chop suey, vegetable, rolls Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs William L. share resources. Discussion topics range from social skills and butter, fruit. Sipple. “She has more than 20 years of experience in higher issues, summer camps, play dates, sensory integration, com- Wednesday, Feb. 25: Cheese pizza, salad, cake. education, notably working with adult learners. munity activities, strategies to effectively collaborate with Thursday, Feb. 26: Sloppy joes on a bun, potato puffs, In his role, Demers will oversee Bay Path’s Information the schools and much, much more. coleslaw, cake. Friday, Feb. 27: Ravioli with tomato sauce, vegetable, Technology Services Department, supporting all three Bay In addition to morning sessions, meetings are also held at rolls and butter, fruited Jell-O. Path campuses—Longmeadow, Burlington, and Central night, from 7-9. Massachusetts (Sturbridge/Charlton). Meetings are set for April 6 at night, May 4 in the morning As vice president for Academic and Administrative and June 8 at night. BAY PATH Technology, Dr. Demers will take the lead in implementing The meetings are held either in the morning (9:30am – innovative technology systems, enabling Bay Path students, 11:30am) or Parents from the Dudley-Charlton region are BREAKFAST faculty,and staff to remain familiar with current technology invited to join in discussions. Children are welcome. and best practices. For directions to the library call 508-248-0452 or visit Monday, Feb. 23: Cinnamon-glazed muffin, 4 oz. cup of “David brings with him a unique combination of experi- http://www.charltonlibrary.org/charlton/hours.asp. yogurt, orange or apple juice, pint of milk. ence in instructional technology, academics, and informa- For more information, contact Tuesday, Feb. 24: Eggs and bacon, toast and jelly,orange tion systems, and we are very fortunate that David’s expert- [email protected]. or apple juice, pint of milk. ise so closely matches the future initiatives of the College,” Wednesday, Feb. 25: Banana nut muffin, bowl of cereal, said Bay Path President Carol A. Leary. orange or apple juice, pint of milk. — Submitted by Bay Path College Thursday, Feb. 26: Pop Tart, 4 oz. cup of yogurt, bowl of cereal, orange or apple juice, pint of milk. Friday, Feb. 27: Bagel and cream cheese, 4 oz. cup of yogurt, bowl of cereal, orange or apple juice, pint of milk. 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AROUND THE REGION THIS WEEK IN HISTORY Second annual health care expo a success (FEB. 20-27) BY TERESA A. FRANCO panies are starting to post on Web sites good response from the vendors. STAFF WRITER expenses such as how much it costs to “I spoke to everyone and they all FEB. 20 The Hogan Center at the College of the have a baby or getting surgery. seemed to appreciate the fact that we 2003: A fire at a rock concert in a Rhode Island, nightclub Holy Cross in Worcester was bustling Marketing Director Lou Bavosi for invited them,” he said. kills 100 people and seriously injures almost 200 more. The Women’s Health Care of Central Scheinfeldt mentioned that one of the with activity Wednesday, Feb. 11 for the cause was traced to a pyrotechnics display,which set fire to Auburn Chamber of Commerce’s Massachusetts, a private practice in only disappointments he had about the the soundproofing foam on the ceiling. Second Annual Health Care Expo. Worcester, said one of the reasons they event was that not a lot of the elderly 1998: American Tara Lipinski 15 becomes the youngest gold According to Director of Chamber were at the expo was to promote the new community took advantage of the trans- medalist in Winter Olympics history when she wins the Services Eleanor Houbre, 225 visitors technology they have available at their portation service to the event provided ladies' figure skating title at Nagano, Japan. browsed the 30 vendors that had propped clinic. Bavosi said she was pleased with by the Lodge at Eddy Pond and AA 1993: Two 10-year-old boys have been charged with the up booths around the venue. A few com- the amount of women who had stopped Transportation. abduction and murder of 2-year-old James Bulger in panies even offered free services during by their booth for information. Scheinfeldt said the expo was a “vast Liverpool. The toddler went missing from the Strand the expo. The Auburn District Nursing “The age group of the women here is improvement” from last year’s and that Shopping Centre in Bootle and his body was found on a rail- Association (ADNA) booth provided a perfect for getting out useful informa- he hopes it continues to grow in the way embankment on Feb. 14. free blood oxygen level test; Perfect tion about breast cancer awareness and future. 1985: Ireland a predominantly Catholic country after much Focus Eye Care had glaucoma screen- prevention,” she said. “The chamber is dedicated to improve debate allows contraceptives to be sold. ings; Blue Cross Blue Shield gave choles- Women’s Health Care of Central the life of residents and businesses,” he 1962: The Friendship 7, piloted by Marine Lieutenant John terol level tests, blood pressure checks Massachusetts Radiologist Kelly said. Glenn, was launched from Cape Canaveral, Fla. This was were given from Harmon Home Health Choman said it’s important for a busi- Scheinfeldt added that he was the first complete orbit around the earth made by an Care and free massages from Team ness like hers to go to events like the extremely grateful for the energy and American astronaut. Celebrate Life, a branch of Harmon Expo so people know there is another effort Auburn Chamber member and 1949: Ricky Nelson joins his parents' radio show. The show Home Health Care. option other than going to a large hospi- Harmon Home Health Care CEO Kim continued to be a success and Ricky Nelson went on to The event started with legislative tal for care. Harmon put into orchestrating the achieve solo success as a teen heartthrob in the 1950s. updates from State Sen. Michael Moore Kelly Cow, 37, and Wendy Prescott, 40, event. FEB. 21 and State Rep. Paul Frost. Both politi- both of Shrewsbury, were two of the 225 Harmon said she too was pleased with cians expressed the importance of hav- at the expo. They said their main reason the turnout at the event. She said the 2008: The U.S. shoot down a disabled spy satellite 153 nauti- ing accessible and affordable health care for attending the expo was to keep up-to- amount of attendees was almost double cal miles above the earth using an SM-3 missile fired from a warship in waters west of Hawaii, proving that the coun- for all. date with what’s going on in the health than last year’s. She expressed her grati- try's missile defense system works. care system. tude for the help from everyone and the Executive Director of Home Care 2001: An outbreak of foot and mouth disease in British pigs Alliance of Massachusetts Patricia “I always want to see what’s new in high school students from science prompted a government ban Wednesday on exports of Kelleher was the keynote speaker and health care,” Cow said. teacher Joe Hurley’s Allied Health meat, milk and livestock and threatened serious damage to she presented a speech called “The Prescott mentioned that they many of Department who volunteered. the country's farming industry. Economy and How it’s Affecting Your the booths they visited were informative. Harmon said she has been talking 2000: David Letterman had returned to his show after hav- Health care System.” She explained that She said Perfect Focus Eye Care was with Recreation and Culture Director ing a multiple heart bypass surgery on this day. He is cur- health care has become “a middle-class helpful in answering questions they had. Kristen Pappas about ways to reach out rently the host of the “Late Show” with David Letterman, problem.” Auburn Chamber of Commerce to the Auburn Community even more for which is a position he has held since 1993. “It’s becoming clear health care costs President Joseph Scheinfeldt said he next year’s event. 1988: TV evangelist Jimmy Swaggart has resigned from his are not sustainable,” She explained that was pleased with the outcome noting ministry after it was revealed he had been consorting with the commonwealth is doing things like that he thinks it’s the most successful Teresa A. Franco may be reached at 508- a prostitute. encouraging more transparency with monthly program of the Chamber’s in 909-4136 or e-mail her at tfranco@stone- This is the third in a series of high profile evangelist scan- health care. She said that insurance com- many ways. He added that he received a bridgepress.com. dals, including Martin Gorman and Rev. Jim Bakker. 1973: Israeli warplanes shoot down a Libyan passenger plane over the Sinai Desert. 1965: African American leader Malcolm X was assassinated while delivering a speech at the Audubon Ballroom in New York City. FEB. 22 1991: George Bush has given Iraq until 1700 GMT tomorrow to pull out of Kuwait or face a full-scale war. 1980: The United States hockey team, composed in great part of college players, defeat the defending champions and favorites, the Soviet Union, to win the gold medal, 4-3. 1974: An attempt was made to hijack a plane from the Baltimore-Washington International airport by Samuel Byck. If successful, he was planning on crashing the plane into the White House and killing President Richard Nixon. 1967: The Tet offensive by communist forces of North Vietnam against South Vietnam ends. 1966: The U.S. government was awarded custody of Lee Harvey Oswald’s weapons. 1924: Calvin Coolidge delivered the first presidential radio broadcast from the White House. Teresa A. Franco photos Women’s Health Care of Massachusetts Radiologist Kelly Croman tells FEB. 23 The Lodge at Eddy Pond Communication Relations Director Brenda a group of young women about the services her company provides. Rojas chats with Elaine Racine of Senior Comfort Services. 1999: An avalanche in the Austrian Alps buries homes and kills 25. 1999: A jury in Jasper, Texas, convicted the first of those accused (John William King ) of murder in the dragging death of a black man, James Byrd Jr. He was sentenced to death on February 25. 1997: For the first time ever, a movie had been shown on tel- evision without commercial interruptions. The movie was “Schindler’s List,” about the saving of the lives of Jewish factory workers in Germany. 1959: Harold Macmillan visits Russia for peace talks with Soviet premier Nikita Khrushchev. 1937: Bing Crosby does a duet with Lani McIntyre to record "Sweet Leilani" with his band. FEB. 24 2006: South Dakota lawmakers approved a ban on nearly all abortions. 1997: The FDA name six brands of birth control as safe and effective "morning-after" pills for preventing pregnancy. 1991: A ground troop invasion of Kuwait and Iraq was initi- ated by the U.S. on this date. 1978: The musical group Fleetwood Mac had won a Grammy Award on this day for the album, “Rumours.” 1972: This was the day when President Nixon had visited the Great Wall of China. 1940: The song "When You Wish Upon a Star" is recorded by Frances Langford. It becomes a major hit and it is still one of the most recognizable songs today. 1924: Johnny Weissmuller wins his first gold medal in 100- meters freestyle in the 1924 Paris Olympics. He went on to win Gold in the 400-meters freestyle and as part of the 800- meters freestyle relay team. In Amsterdam in 1928 he wins two more gold medals. Following his Olympics success in 1932, he played the role of Tarzan in “Tarzan the Ape Man.” FEB. 25 2007: “The Departed” wins the Oscar for Best Motion Picture. Harmon Home Health Massage Therapist Jill Reisson gives a massage 2004: This was the opening day of “The Passion of the during the Health Care Expo. 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How it is Effecting your Health Care” during the Health Care Expo. the world in Arizona. 16 •THE CHARLTON VILLAGER• Friday, February 20, 2009 www.charltonvillager.com SPORTS 70TH CLARK TOURNAMENT Shepherd Hill shocks Northbridge in thriller

BY NICK ETHIER final whistle, the Shepherd Hill game Feb. 16 at the Kneller Athletic “They just made some plays “Anthony Preissler played awe- SPORTS STAFF WRITER basketball team, seeded seventh, Center. Final score was 64-59. down the stretch,” Northbridge some defense on Hipper,” Pastore WORCESTER — In a game that upended No. 2 Northbridge in a “It’s indescribable, it’s crazy,” coach Paul Baker admitted. “Little said. was close from opening tip until Clark Tournament quarterfinal Shepherd Hill point guard Kevin things like that make a big differ- And the team as a whole played Pastore said after the game. “After ence.” solid defense, which was man-to- last year having a tough loss, it’s Pastore scored a team-high 17 man, instead of the zone defense good to come back this year and fin- points, with 12 coming in the first employed by Shepherd Hill earlier ish that game off.” half when he had the hot hand (5- in the year against Northbridge. The Rams fell victim to Uxbridge of-9 from the field in the first half). “We played nose-to-nose man-to- in last year’s quarterfinals, 67-65. “I was feeling it,” Pastore man,” Corriveau said. After Shepherd Hill’s Ryan explained. “If I’m feeling it I’m Corey Pryor (13 points) and Begreen hit two free throws with going to keep taking them.” Tyrell Damon also contributed for 1:50 to play, tying the score at 59 Westgate finished with 13 points Northbridge (nine points and nine apiece, the game fell into the hands and 15 rebounds, with 11 of his rebounds). of teammate Brian Westgate. points coming in the second half. Northbridge concluded its regu- Westgate scored off an inbounds Mike Flynn scored 14 points, and lar season at 17-3, suffering defeat play from close range in the final Begreen finished with 12. for the first time after a 16-game minute to take a 61-59 lead. Northbridge’s Zach Zidelis ended winning streak. The inbounds play was success- up as the game-high scorer, regis- “We [have to] get ready for the ful because with only three seconds tering 18 points. And even though districts,” Baker said. to go until the shot clock would Casey Hippert finished with Shepherd Hill (12-8), who trailed have expired, Shepherd Hill was impressive numbers (13 points and 35-32 at the half, but won third (18- able to go inside to Westgate. 15 rebounds), the Shepherd Hill 13) and fourth quarter scoring (14- “I think that they thought that defense played him extremely 11), took on No. 2 Southbridge in we were going to go outside and tough through the first three peri- the semifinals Thursday, Feb. 19. take a quick two or three,” ods. explained Shepherd Hill coach Duane Corriveau. “Because they flooded out, we rolled (Westgate) around.” Westgate then stole the ball dur- ing the ensuing Northbridge pos- session, which sent him to the free throw line. “As soon as I hear the crowd going crazy I just started laughing and went, ‘I’m going to nail these two free throws,’” he said. He did exactly what he said, which put Shepherd Hill up, 63-59. Northbridge desperately tried to hit from outside the arc, but noth- ing fell, and Shepherd Hill’s Matt Wells hit one more free throw for the final outcome.

LEFT: Shepherd Hill and Northbridge play- ers battle in the Clark Tournament. DISTRICT 9 FREE THROW CONTEST WINNERS

Courtesy photo WEBSTER — On Saturday, Feb. 14 the Knights of Columbus District 9 Free Throw Contest was held at St. Louis School in Webster. Winner’s photo includes event coordinators Knights District Deputy Bob Messier, Grand Knight Paul Perry and Field Agent Bob Kubiak. This group will proceed to the Central Mass. Division Contest to be held at St. Louis School on March 7. Congratulations and good luck to all participants. Boys Winners — Joseph Powell, 10, Charlton, Council 11379; Justin Kunkel, 11, Webster, Council 228; Michael Jezierski, 12, Webster, Council 228; Matt Powell, 13, Charlton, Council 11379; Mat Sandstrom, 14, Webster, Council 228. Girls Winners — Anne Barbale, 10, Charlton, Council 11379; Lindsey Finkel, 11, Webster, Council 228; Debra Chevalier, 12, Webster, Council 228; Kaitylyn Panagiotou, 13, Webster, Council 228; Second Place: Victoria Crowe, 11, Charlton, Shawn Kelley photos Council 11379. Shepherd Hill and Northbridge tip off to start the first round of the Clark Tournament.

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BY NICK ETHIER things went sour for Bay Path and “He’s our biggest leader,” Valley “They kind of shut him down a lit- the game.” SPORTS STAFF WRITER sweet for Valley Tech. Mike O’Leary Tech coach James Kahler said. “He’s tle bit,” Lavin admitted. “He gets his Palmerino averages over 17 points UPTON — The Blackstone Valley only scored five first-half points for also a great defender. He moves his average (in points) we probably win a contest. Tech boys’ basketball team saw 10 the Beavers, but caught fire in the feet well, he boxes out, he players honored for Senior Day, and second. rebounds.” all played as the Beavers had an A jumper from the senior with His only partial flaw may be his impressive come-from-behind, 60-57 four minutes remaining in the third lack of quickness, but Kahler reas- victory over Bay Path Feb. 10. inched the Beavers closer, 39-35. A sures that his teammates can fix After trailing 16-7 at the conclu- minute later he sunk another shot, that by getting the ball and setting sion of the first quarter, Valley Tech this time a 3-pointer, giving Valley up plays to give him open looks. outscored the Minutemen 53-41 the Tech a 40-39 lead. “It’s really a team effort to get him rest of the way. Bay Path’s shooting went cold in points,” he said. Bay Path jumped out to a 13-3 the third, and Coach Mike Lavin O’Leary finished with a game- advantage, and ended the quarter on picked up a technical foul in the high 23 points and also picked up 11 a 3-pointer by Scott Palmerino. frame. rebounds. Teammates King (eight The second quarter saw a very “I shouldn’t have gotten a techni- points and 15 rebounds), Julio Leon- fast-paced game, with the teams cal,” he said. “That changed the Cueva (nine points), Jake Elliot combining for 36 points (19-17 Valley momentum of the game.” (eight points), and Chad Holbrook Tech). Valley Tech was up two points (six points and nine rebounds) were Steve Renaud had a great second after three, 43-41. instrumental in picking up the win. quarter, and first half, for Bay Path. The fourth quarter was back-and- Bay Path was paced by Renaud, His hoop and foul put the forth throughout, with Bay Path’s who scored 22 points and had three Minutemen up, 22-12. He had 16 Nate Gaines connecting on a tradi- steals. points at halftime. tional three-point play to see his Other contributors included The Beavers were able to cut into team retake the lead. Gaines (seven points and 12 that double-digit deficit before inter- But with the game tied at 52 apiece rebounds) and David Prince (10 mission, as Uxbridge native Nick with less than two minutes to play, points, six rebounds and three King scored all eight of his points in O’Leary picked his game up once steals). the first half. again. His deep jumper just inside But the Beavers did a good job At halftime the Minutemen were the 3-point line, which Lavin said defending the Minutemen’s leading Nick Ethier photos up, 33-26. was well contested, put the Beavers scorer, Palmerino, who had 11 But the third quarter is where up for good. points. Bay Path's Nate Gaines takes a foul shot in early first half play. Cougars stay perfect, win SWCL West title SHEPHERD HILL ULTIMATELY CANNOT SOLVE QUABOAG JUGGERNAUT

BY NICK ETHIER basketball team had to get contri- Riding a 19-10 run in the second while Burns also scored 16. Burns points and collecting nine SPORTS STAFF WRITER butions inside from Meaghan quarter, the Rams closed the gap was particularly on fire through- rebounds. DUDLEY — To keep its undefeat- O’Keefe, outside from Meaghan before halftime, where they trailed, out the game, shooting 7-of-9 from Hackenson was pleased with the ed record intact, the Quaboag girls’ Burns and Olivia Jankins, and 29-25. the field, and even coming up with play of reserve center Jackie make a slight switch in the game Vayda and the coaching staff an offensive rebound and coincid- Penniman (five points, eight plan during the second half. made an adjustment at halftime ing basket after one of her two rebounds and four steals) and All three factors played a role in because of the solid play of misses. Barbale (16 points). the Cougars defeating Shepherd Shepherd Hill point guard Mary “Burns burned us,” Hackenson But the Rams shot poorly from Hill Feb. 13, 59-48. Barbale. said. “She’s a pretty good shooter.” the field (16-of-63) and never had Quaboag improved to 18-0 over- “Barbale was killing us in the “Burns was awesome,” Vayda the lead. all, and 12-0 in Southern Worcester first half driving to the basket,” noted. “She knocked everything Both teams had tournaments to County League West play. The Vayda explained. So he installed a down.” conclude their seasons before dis- Rams dropped to 15-3 (10-2). system where a Quaboag player Vayda also mentioned Jankins as trict play. Quaboag headed to the The previous two seasons would drop into the middle of the having a very solid first half, where Blackstone Valley Showcase in Quaboag and Shepherd Hill each paint for help, limiting the Rams’ she scored 11 of her 13 points. Oxford, while Shepherd Hill played went 11-1 in league play, splitting opportunities at hitting a backdoor Samantha McCann also con- in the Westboro Tournament. the West title. pass to an open teammate. tributed for Quaboag, scoring 10 “We’ve been tying up with Coming out of the locker room, Shepherd Hill the last two years. the Cougars dominated, scoring We were able to knock them off the first seven points and holding twice this year, so it feels kind of Shepherd Hill scoreless for more good,” Quaboag coach John Vayda than five and a half minutes. But said. the Rams did score eight points The Cougars started off strong, near the end of the frame and only as O’Keefe added an outside shoot- trailed by seven to start the fourth. ing display to her already impres- That is where Quaboag turned on sive inside game, draining a 3- the offense, scoring 19 points. pointer early and putting Quaboag An O’Keefe deep jumper with ahead, 7-3. less than six minutes remaining Then, with just under 2:30 left in put the Cougars up, 50-35. the opening quarter, Jankins stole But Shepherd Hill kept it close, the ball and went in for an uncon- as Megan Boutillette (12 points, six tested lay-in, upping the lead to 13- rebounds and six steals) hit a bas- 4. ket underneath, closing the gap to After the first frame Quaboag 52-44. led, 19-6. The Rams could never get closer “To get out there and play with a than seven points down over the lead, it’s a nice thing to have,” final two minutes of the game, and Vayda said. Quaboag’s ability to hit free throws “Their defense was very good,” (13-17 overall) down the stretch Shepherd Hill coach Jim played into that. Hackenson explained. “I think we “I think we hit five or six down in had to go to a full court press, a row right down the line,” Vayda which generated our offense.” said. That full-court press got the Meanwhile, the Rams weren’t as Rams back into the game, as they successful from the charity stripe, were able to produce numerous going 16-for-26 in the game. Quaboag's Meaghan O'Keefe (14) prepares to reach for an intended pass to her. Mary Barbale eyes the hoop before shoot- steals in the backcourt, which in O’Keefe scored 16 points and Samantha McCann made the pass. ing a free throw. turn led to easy buckets. grabbed 18 rebounds for Quaboag,

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However, one of the For more information on gaming courses best ways for kids to tackle this challenge — offered as part of Giant Campus’ online Giant Campus student creates a video game, developing key social skills and creativity. without fear of them getting bored or over- camps, visit www.giantcampus.com. whelmed and simply giving up — is to enroll “When you ask kids what they want to be them in an online camp where they can learn when they grow up, many say they want to with other kids at the instruction of a profes- make video games for a living,” Findley said. sional teacher. “Even if they don’t become the creators of the 10 Tips To Get Your Book Published Findley’s Giant Campus, for instance, is next ‘Guitar Hero’ or ‘Super Mario’ game, offering a video game design course along learning and participating in such a course is (STATEPOINT) * If you want to get published quickly, keep with other high tech courses that are conve- a great way to develop creativity, problem- Over 412,000 books were published in the most of your profits, and lay-out little money, niently scheduled during school breaks - such solving and teamwork skills.” past 12 months. That means over 1,100 books consider using print-on-demand publishers are flooding the marketplace daily - or almost such as iUnivese.com, Trafford, or Blurb.com. one a minute. Instead of printing thousands of books in So how can you break through the clutter to advance, they print a book when a consumer get your book published, promoted, and sold? orders it. “The good news is there’s no better time in * Publish an e-book. No printing is involved. The Top 10 Most Popular People order your book online and it’s down- the history of publishing for individuals seek- ing access to the marketplace,” says publishing loaded or emailed to them. veteran Brian Feinblum. “You’re no longer at * To convince a literary agent to represent the mercy of big publishing houses. You can you or a publisher to publish you, create a book Dogs In America get a book published on your own with mini- proposal. You must identify what your book is mal financial investment - and reap a greater about, why you’re qualified to write it, how big percentage of the profits.” the marketplace is, what your competing titles (STATEPOINT) are the Lhasa Apso, Rottweiler, Schipperke, Feinblum, a former book editor and publi- are, and how you plan to promote and market Is your dog top dog? For the 18th consecutive the Basset Hound and the Miniature Pinscher. cist, is the chief marketing officer of Planned the book. It’s not enough to have a good idea or year, the Labrador Retriever is the most popu- “Today dogs serve man in very diverse roles Television Arts (PTA), the nation’s largest and a well-written book. lar breed of dog in America, according to new — from guide dog to bomb detection K-9 — but oldest book promotions firm. He often helps * Publishers are looking for authors with a statistics released by the American Kennel most of all, dogs are companions that ground self-published or first time authors. platform or following. Create a Web site, blog Club (AKC). us to nature in a busy and increasingly tech- PTA (www.plannedtvarts.com) has helped regularly, build an e-zine mailing list, podcast, But while more than twice as many Labs nological world,” said Peterson. many authors become best-sellers, nurturing speak at local groups, and network at LinkedIn.com and other sites. were registered last year than any other pure- For information on the 161 breeds of dog thousands of unknowns to become household * Check if the media is featuring the topic bred pooch, the Bulldog continues to amble its that the AKC registers and resources for names. Their clients include: Wiley & your book covers. If it’s fiction, find similar way up the list. The breed made news last year would-be owners, visit www.AKC.org. Sons, Simon & Schuster, Harper Collins, novels. You want to follow a trend and tie into by returning to the AKC’s Top 10 for the first Random House, Penguin Putnam and McGraw- it. However, uniqueness counts. If yours is the time in more than 70 years and now has Hill. Here are 10 tips from Feinblum on how to get only book of its kind, you may have found an advanced two spots to land in eighth place. underserved niche, ready to be exploited. “The playful Lab may still reign supreme, published: * If you want a traditional publisher to pub- * Attend Book Expo America (www.bookex- but the docile and adaptive nature of the poamerica.com), the annual publishing event Bulldog is gaining ground as a family lish your book you usually need a literary agent. An agent will take 15 percent of the featuring publishers, literary agents, editors favorite,” said AKC Spokesperson Lisa and booksellers. Peterson. “It’s no surprise to learn that this money the book generates. Once a literary agent agrees to represent you and finds a pub- * Read about the publishing industry. devoted family companion is still growing in “Publishers Weekly” is the magazine covering popularity.” lisher, it can take another 12-18 months to pub- lish the book. To locate an agent, consult the book publishing. They also have a free daily e- “Literary Market Place,” a directory available zine. Consult www.publishersweekly.com. Here are the current top 10 most popular at most libraries. * Tell everyone you know you’re trying to get dogs in the country: * Self-publish. This means you invest money published. Send sample chapters to friends, co- 1. Labrador Retriever to print your books. You get to keep all profits workers, family, etc. You may get lucky and get 2. Yorkshire Terrier and retain control of the editing, cover, and discovered. At the very least, you’ll get useful 3. German Shepherd Dog content. It’s best to find a distributor who can feedback. 4. Golden Retriever sell your book to bookstores and libraries, and For additional tips on getting your book pub- 5. Beagle generate sales to corporations and associa- lished or promoted, email 6. Boxer tions. A distributor typically takes about 25 to [email protected]. To learn more 7. Dachshund 30 percent of the proceeds. about book publicity, visit www.plannedt- 8. Bulldog varts.com. 9. Poodle 10. Shih Tzu

Both big and small dogs shared the list this year, with the four larger breeds all renowned for their popularity as loving family compan- Eating Out Without Packing On The Pounds ions. Indeed, the Labrador Retriever, German (STATEPOINT) with skim milk or non-fat side. Shepherd Dog, Golden Retriever and Boxer yogurt. * Eat slowly to allow your are known for their versatility and intelli- Eating out at restaurants * Once seated in a restau- brain to realize you’re full. gence, making them good companions. without growing your waist- rant, drink a glass of water. Put your fork down between The AKC has noted some interesting trends line can be challenging, as you’re often faced with fat- It will help you feel fuller. mouthfuls. over the past decade. The Bulldog is among * Once the bread basket * Use moderation and com- the breeds that have increased in popularity tening choices and have little control over what goes into has been passed around, mon sense. Don’t feel guilty most significantly, along with four of its rela- with you ignoring it, ask the about leaving food on your tives: Miniature Bull Terrier, Bull Terrier, your meals. Luckily, there are many server to remove it. The plate. Staffordshire Bull Terrier and the Bullmastiff. longer it stays, the more * If you really want an Among breeds significantly on the decline The Labrador Retriever celebrates its victory as the ways to navigate a restau- most popular dog breed in America. rant menu without packing tempted you’ll be to dig in. alcoholic beverage, bypass on the pounds, say experts. * Order a soup or salad beer and fancy cocktails and “Over the past twenty first and tell the server to choose a white wine spritzer years there has been a dra- bring it as soon as possible. or a glass of dry red wine. THE LICENSE THEY WERE TALKING ABOUT matic increase in serving This will keep you from sit- Limit yourself to one drink sizes at restaurants and an ting hungry while others fill and then switch to club soda. abundance of food that is up on bread. Go for veg- Consume alcohol with food high in fat or that has a high etable- or bean-based soups, to slow the rate at which you glycemic index rating, mean- the chunkier the better. metabolize it. ing it contains certain carbo- Avoid cream-based soups. * For dessert, fresh fruit FOR HUNTING hydrates that break down Keep salad dressing on the and berries without ice quickly and flood the body side. Then you can use a frac- cream are your best choice. with sugar,” says Rick tion of what the restaurant If a birthday cake is being Gallop, bestselling author of would normally apply. Avoid passed around, share your ISN’T YOUR DRIVERS LICENSE. the new book, “The G.I. Diet Caesar salads which come piece with someone. A cou- Clinic.” pre-dressed. ple of forkfuls with your cof- “The wrong food choices * Ask for double vegeta- fee should get you off the FIND AN AUTO BODY SHOP are fattening and only leave bles instead of a starchy side hook. us feeling hungry so that we dish. * Order only decaffeinated eat more,” he adds. * Stick with low-fat cuts of coffee. ON OUR EASY-TO-USE But you can enjoy meat or poultry.If necessary, For more tips on how to evenings out, simply by mak- remove the skin before eat- achieve permanent and ing smarter food choices and ing. Fish and shellfish are healthy weight, read Gallop’s ONLINE DIRECTORY. following basic tips from excellent choices but should- new book, The G.I. Diet Gallop and his new book: n’t be breaded or battered. Clinic” or visit * Never go out hungry or Servings tend to be generous www.gidiet.com. you’re likely to overindulge. in restaurants, so eat only “Don’t be too hard on your- All local. All the time. Have a small high-fiber four to six ounces (the size of self if you fall off the wagon. snack or meal, such as a a pack of cards). It’s bound to happen some- TheHeartOfMassachusetts.com bowl of high-fiber cereal * Ask for any sauces for time, so just get back on,” he your meat to be served on the stresses. Friday, February 20, 2009 • THE VILLAGER • 3 The Hot Spot ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT New Riders on the road again; Vercelli back at The Bean

HOT SPOT CT continued from page 1 • David Foster and The Mohegan Sun All-Stars, 8 p.m., Wolf Den, the New York Sheet Music Society. Mohegan Sun Casino, Uncasville, CT For the Vanilla Bean event, Anders will be joined by his brother Lars on SATURDAY, FEB. 21 vocals. Tickets are $12. For more info, • Tall Heights, 8:30 p.m., Coppertop please visitwww.andersjazz.com Lounge, Mt. Wachusett • Brandt Taylor, Spruce Street FRIDAY, FEB. 20 Tavern, 8 p.m., Clinton • Stymonsters, 7:30 p.m., Greendale's • Bill McCarthy & His Guitar, The Pub, Worcester Galway Bay Irish Pub, 186 Stafford • Lisa Marie & All Shook Up, 9 p.m., St., Worcester Gilrein's, Worcester, Mass. • Brennan Brothers, 9 p.m., Fiddler's • White Chocolate, Zeke Martin Green, Worcester Project, Matt Soper's Millions & • Jeff Pitchell & The Texas Flood, 9 Billions, 8 p.m., Lucky Dog, Worcester p.m., Gilrein's, Worcester • Beatles For Sale, 9:30 p.m., JJ's • Brendan Mahoney, 7:30 p.m., Sports Bar & Grill, 380 Southwest Greendale's Pub, Worcester Cutoff, Northborough, • The Dave Rivers Group, Alex • Out of Sequence, 9 p.m., The Pump Lopez, The Tone Deffs, 8 p.m., Lucky House, Southbridge Dog, Worcester • John Valby, 8:30 p.m., Mill Street • The Bad Tickers, 9 p.m., Brews, Southbridge Trumbull's, Main St. Spencer, • She's Busy (Jesse's Jammin' • Wasted Ammunition, Mill Street Homecoming Benefit), 6 p.m., Point Brews, Southbridge Breeze, Webster, $10 Lars Anders Vercelli • Doctor Robert, 9 p.m., The • Larry, Dave and Gerry, Chris Cannery,12 Crane Street, Southbridge Prokop, Bill Gliniecki, B&E, Gary and • Irish Session w/ The Pikey's: Rose Station Cafe, 91 Main Street, Putnam, Den, Mohegan Sun Casino, Matt, Silk Road, BEEP, and the PACC CT Uncasville, CT and Fred Higgins, Patrick Fyfe and All-star Jam Band, 8:30 p.m., PACC, 37 Friends, 9 pm, Dark Horse Tavern, 12 • Open Mic, 8 p.m., Casa Mariachi Harris Street, Webster (in King's Inn), 395 exit 96, Putnam, WEDNESDAY, FEB. 25 Crane Street, Southbridge • Lars and Anders Vercelli, 8 p.m., • Johnny Press Mess, 9 p.m., The CT • Steve Willey, 8:30 to 11:30 p.m., TJ The Vanilla Bean Cafe, Pomfret, CT, • Mark Renburke, 9:30 pm, The Gold O'Brien's, Sturbridge Pump House, Southbridge $12 • RAM, 9 p.m., Altones, Jewitt City, Eagle, 8 Tracy Road, Dayville, CT • RAM, 9 p.m., Lucky's, Foster, R.I. • Lindsey Mae, 8 pm, Victoria • FAB 5 (Beatles Tribute Band), 9 • Jazz Night w/ Tim Peck & Friends, p.m., The Lake Tavern, Dayville, CT 8 pm, Victoria Station Cafe, 91 Main • Shemekia Copeland, 8 p.m., Wolf Street, Putnam, CT Den, Mohegan Sun Casino, • Dr. K's Motown Revue, 7 p.m., Wolf Uncasville, CT Den, Mohegan Sun Casino, Uncasville, CT SUNDAY, FEB. 22 • The Burn Pile, 4 p.m., Hyland THURSDAY, FEB. 26 Brewery Tap Room, Sturbridge, Mass. • Bill McCarthy’s Open Mic • R.O.A.D. (Riding On A Doughnut), (upstairs), 8 p.m., TJ O'Brien's, 4:30 to 8:30 p.m., The Village Lounge, Sturbridge Route 171, Woodstock, CT • Dean Bagley, 7 to 10 p.m., Point • Buckwheat Zydeco, 7 p.m., Wolf Breeze, Webster Den, Mohegan Sun Casino, • Eight to the Bar, 7 p.m., Wolf Den, Uncasville, CT Mohegan Sun Casino, Uncasville, CT If you’re a live act that would like to MONDAY, FEB. 23 be featured, know of someone else who • Open Mic, 8 pm, Dark Horse is, or simply want to let us know about Tavern, 12 Crane Street, Southbridge an upcoming gig, e-mail me at the address below. Anything I get before TUESDAY, FEB. 24 Friday of each week will make the fol- • Bill McCarthy’s Open Mic, 7:30 pm, lowing Friday’s paper. Keep the music Greendale's Pub, Worcester live and not so quiet here in • Mass-Conn-Fusion feat. Jim & Liz, Northeastern CT & Central MA! Email 7:30 p.m., Victoria Station Cafe, Mark: Putnam, CT [email protected] • Girls Guns and Glory, 7 p.m., Wolf MONEY &BUSINESS Be Cautious as Email Scams Abound During Slumping Economy (STATEPOINT) “Be skeptical of any non- fraud. Similar scams are and that you’re safe to click One booming business in Certified email that asks for being spread offering proper- on the links within it. Many the fading U.S. economy is sensitive financial informa- ty tax relief. government agencies and tax email fraud. Online criminals tion or asks you to click on a Another type of email scam preparers use Certified Email are using concern about the link,” said Peter Horan, chief making the rounds this sea- to let you know their emails economy and chaos in the executive officer of Goodmail son tells taxpayers that they are safe. financial markets as an open- Systems. “These emails could are entitled to a “stimulus If you think an email ing to defraud worried con- either be taking you to a site payment” from the govern- requesting action on a bank sumers. that is trying to steal your ment. These emails “inform” or investment account might These new scams typically information or will download recipients that their fiscal be legitimate, it’s always best offer anxious consumers spyware onto your computer activity for the last year has to type the Web site address relief from tax bills or an that will surreptitiously been reviewed, and they are directly into the address bar alleged chance to protect transmit personal informa- “eligible for a stimulus pay- of your browser. Consumers their savings from loss or tion to criminals.” ment.” The email urges the also can contact the govern- seizure. One current phishing tax recipient to fill out and return ment agency, bank or finan- The scammers send emails scam features emails with the an attached form, which then cial institution directly by in which they pose as a finan- subject line “Who wouldn’t asks for sensitive financial phone or email with any ques- cial institution, government jump at a little extra money information. Obviously it’s tions. agency, or credit counseling from the Internal Revenue all a scheme to steal informa- Suspected tax fraud can be service. They entice con- Service?” The body of this tion. reported to the IRS using IRS sumers to provide sensitive email includes a realistic What can you do to protect Form 3949-A, which is avail- information, such as social looking but fake IRS logo and yourself ? able for download from the security numbers, account falsely tells recipients that First, check to see if that IRS Web site at IRS.gov, or numbers and passwords. they are entitled to a refund. email is valid. One way to tell through the U.S. Mail by call- Although they promise con- The phishing site to which is to look for the blue ribbon ing 1-800-829-3676. The com- sumers relief, these “phish- recipients are directed, envelope seal next to an email pleted form or a letter detail- ing” scams are actually requests social security num- message in your inbox. This ing the alleged fraudulent designed to use their personal bers, as well as bank informa- indicates the email is a activity should be addressed information to steal from tion, both of which can lead to Goodmail CertifiedEmail, to the Internal Revenue them. identity theft and financial which means it is authentic Service, Fresno, CA 93888.

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WEBSTER - $349,900 THOMPSON,CT -$344,900 WEBSTER - $249,900 WEBSTER - $549,900 OXFORD - $299,900 WEBSTER - $189,900 You’ll be impressed! Young 2-fam, Custom Cape ctry setting. Ranch w/rear apt, total 9 rms, 4br Killdeer Island Waterfront! 70ft Large 2000sf Colonial on 3 plus Clean 2-Family 5/4 rms, 2.5ba, To view these properties please visit mstr bdrm w/private roof Mahogany deck, full wall field- 2.5ba, hdwd flrs, firepl, FHW heat, sandy beach. 8rm 3br 2 full ba. acres, 8rm 4br 2.5ba, fireplace, farmer’s prch, walk-out fin bsmt, 2- stone frpl, 1st fl mstr ste, maple deck,views of Webster Lake gar, walk to bus/stores Cont Ranch, stone firpl LR, fin LL hardwood/tile, 2-car gar, private car gar, fenced yd, walk to bus/stores www.IngerC.com cabs, 2 plus acres 11 Deslauriers Avenue 285 Killdeer Road 73 LaPorte Road 28 Slater Street 284 Killdeer Road 41 Joe Jenny Road

Real Estate on the Rise! Help Hope is proud to donate a portion of Our Economy, every commission to a local non-profit Buy A charity of OUR clients choice! Chad Sharon Pelletier June Cazeault Brenda Ryan Dot Aucoin Melissa Mary Jo Spiro Vivian Debra Debbie Joan House! 43 East Main St. • Webster, MA 01570 Broker Owner Sales Associate Broker- Broker/ Cournoyer Demick Thomo Marrero- Nordby- Thomo Lacoste Splaine Owner Realtor Hilli Doros Rivera www.hope2own.com 508.943.4333 98 HAMILTON STREET, SOUTHBRIDGE, MA 01550 • 508-765-9155 • 1-800-784-0445 FAX: 508-765-2698 Now offering rental services $7500 TAX CREDIT TO FIRST TIME HOME BUYERS www.aucoinryanrealty.com

Charlton: COUNTRY CHARMER set on Southbridge: SPACIOUS 3 family Southbridge:COMMERCIAL OLD 2.68 acres! 6 rooms 3 bedrooms 1 1/2 with major work already done for BUILDING for SALE or LEASE! 7 S baths. Spacious updated kitchen/din- you! 6 rooms 3 bedrooms each years old! 14ft overhead door! ing room combo with new flooring! unit. Rubber roof. Updated win- Being used as offices. Many pos- First floor master bedroom with bath. dows. Updated furnace. Updated sibilities including day care, Full walkin attic which could convert to electrical. Fully rented. Collect garage, storage, any small busi- more living area! Garage. Circular $2175 each month! 2 car garage. ness! Central heat & Air. Owner Drive. Level pasture land! Great for Walking distance to local ameni- willing to work with buyer! Open House Sat & Sun 12-2 commuters too! $199,900. ties. $159,900. $155,000 90 Worcester Road Webster $279,900. WEBSTER LAKE Southbridge: Picture Perfect Southbridge: Spacious Grand Southbridge: INVESTORS! Spacious 2,361 sf custom cape! Business zoned! Great Opportunity to Build Autumn Ridge Condo! 4 units to Victorian style 2 family! 6 rooms GREAT OPPORTUNITY! 5 fami- Superb location for professional bldg or very fine your Waterfront Dream Home! each building! Upper unit with great 2 bedrooms each floor with possi- ly! Separate utilities! Individual Large 10,736 SF Cleared & Level Lot, view of nature off the screen porch & personal residence!! Quality craftsmanship & ble 3rd bedroom in 2nd unit. gas furnaces. Updated electrical! Beautiful Expansive Views ~ Western Exprosure, picture window! 4 rooms 2 bed- 5 car garage! Rental income of extraordinarily well maintained! 4 huge brs. 2 like Beautiful hardwood floors. Town Water & Sewer on Site ~ No Betterment rooms 2 baths! Fully appliance Windows & siding done 7 years $3275 per month! Easy walk to new ceramic full baths ~ 1 on ea level! Gleaming including washer/dryer. Wonderful downtown area! DO YOUR hardwood floors throughout! Beautifully unique or Connection Fees 65’ of Sandy Shore Line, ago. Separate utilities! Off street 115’ Road Frontage closet space! $142,000 or rental parking. Nice location. $89,900! NUMBERS & call for a viewing! kitchen! 30x24 LL workshop! option for $900 per month. $249,900. Asking $195,000

CHARLTON STURBRIDGE SPENCER 19 Stafford St. 49 Main Street 294 Main St. (508) 248-3100 (508) 347-9595 (508) 885-7885 Professional Associates Email: [email protected] Website: www.remaxprofassoc.com Jo-Ann Szymczak Bob Michelle Andrea Lisa HOME & LAND PARTNERS # Lorraine Herbert, Broker/Owner # David Cantwell, Spencer Co-Owner Connie Nedoroscik Connor Roy Weller Pappas 508-943-7669 508-789-4886 508-735-0972 508-887-0244 508-847-7008 # Pierre Boucher # Pam Crawford # David Ford # Brandy Linde # Kim Oakes # Walt Tolmie Independently Owned & Operated 508-949-3205 # # # # # # Jeanne Button Frank Danna Amy Gerrish Lisa Matondi Donna Plouffe Martha Warren HOLLAND # Jean Campbell # Beth Dion # Lene Guertin # Flavia McCaughey # Terri Ricard Priced to Sell STURBRIDGE - DUDLEY - # # # # # . Sonya Casey Jen Dulmaine Lori Kaszowski Patty Moriarty Gina Roscioli Cozy 2 bedrm home Quality contempo- Oversized ranch, 1.5 # Jo Chiodetti # Lisa Finkel # Neal LeBlanc # Gladys Mountain # Marita Tasse with large private rary cape, family rm, PEN HOUSE baths, HW floors, yard, on quiet coun- O F/P, C/A, 3 BR, 2 OPEN HOUSE 1st floor laundry. 1 Highland Lane, Sturbridge 12-2PM • SUN 1-3PM • SUN 3 Hinman Street, # 4, Sturbridge try road, Title V in baths, 2.17 acres. 3% towards closing costs! Gorgeous finished brand new hand, woodstove in Call Lisa Pappas FHA approved Hinman Village. Freshly reno- $325,000. Call Bob 10 rm home in “The Highlands” nbrhd. Town services, 1 vated 2-bedroom garden style condo with bsmt. Call Michelle A lot, Granite, ss gourmet kitchen, vaulted fpld fam rm, 98 MCGUILPIN RD. Connor 24 PROSPECT AVE. PEN SUN,12:30-2 PEN SUN, 2:30-4 Roy. $144,900 O formals, ofc, two story foyer, vaulted master with sitting O large living/kitchen, all appliances plus wash- er/dryer, easy access location! $126,500 DUDLEY - Tobin room, AC, hdwds and walk-out bsmt. $489,900 (Rt20, WARREN - 1158 sq THE HIGHLANDS Lorraine Herbert 508-784-0500 Farms CALL ANY OF OUR Arnold, signs) Lorraine Herbert 508-864-4232 ft, 1st floor master . Prices start- bdrm, 2 baths, sky- ing at $399,900. AGENTS FOR A MARKET SOUTHBRIDGE: Freshly renovated home! Very STURBRIDGE: Welcome home! Pristine New PEN HOUSE lightss. $165,000. O 2100 sq. ft. colo- cute 4-5 BR 2 BA Cape w/central air, updated England 3 BR 1.5 BA Cape! Freshly decorat- 1-4PM • SUN ANALYSIS OR SHOWING (roof, windows, plumbing, electric & appli- ed, lots of storage, fenced yard, town servic- Call Andrea Weller nials, 2-car garage, ances)! 1st flr 2-bedrooms & 2 baths, fenced es, appealing open plan, lg eat-in kitchen, fpld hydro-air. Call ON PROPERTIES yard, garage & deck! Licensed for family/child family room, DR, huge master, finished lower TOBIN FARMS Connie Nedoroscik care! Call for more information. $199,900 level office, play room and 2-car garage. Lorraine Herbert 508-864-4232 $259,900 Lorraine Herbert 508-784-0500

BROOKFIELD: Better than new 3-yr old STURBRIDGE: Country Colonial with 4-bed- home! Sunny kit/ss appliances, breakfast bar, rooms, 2.5 baths, 2,300 SF, formals, family formal DR, hdwd LR/foyer, 1st flr bath room, eat-in kitchen & 2-car garage. All on level w/laundry, master BR, fin’d family rm in w/o wooded acre lot. $236,500 Marita Tasse 508- LL, new brick patio, great hwy access. 784-0507 www.maritatasse.com Absolute move-in condition!!! $294,500 Martha Lemieux-Warren 508-784-0516

WALES: Spacious, affordable 3 BR Ranch BRIMFIELD: Built in 2006! Bank-owned across from pvt Lake George Beach Club ($70 raised ranch on 1.5A set high on hill overlook- yr). Rustic FR (vaulted ceiling/pellet stove), lg ing the village! Bamboo flooring throughout! DR off galley kit, new appliances, laundry/ofc 3BR 2 full BA. Must see! Zoned Res/Com.! rm, lg full bath, 1-car gar (storage rm) & many $184,900 Martha Lemieux-Warren 508-784- updates. $171,500 Martha Lemieux-Warren 0516 www.marthawarren.com 508-784-0516 www.marthawarren.com

STURBRIDGE: “PRIME” Rt 20 property near # AREA’S #1 REAL ESTATE AGENCY # newly developed commercial properties & MA # HUD BROKER # pike entrance! 16± acres, 600±’ of rd frontage, # BUYER REPRESENTATION AVAILABLE #

COMMERCIAL PKG 4 homes, town water/sewer, many possibilities! Special permit needed for restaurant. Join the career builder office! Succeed $1,999,900 Martha Lemieux-Warren 508-784- 0516 www.marthawarren.com training & mentoring available. Friday, February 20, 2009 • THE VILLAGER • 5 VILLAGER REAL ESTATE

Open House Directory Deadline: Monday at 10am (C) Condo (X) Condex (M) Multi-Family (T) Townhouse (B) Business (U) Duplex (S) Single Family (D) Adult (P) Land (L) Mobile Home (A) Apartment Community ADDRESS STYLE TIME PRICE REALTOR/SELLER/PHONE SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 2009 SPENCER: Candlewood Drive SF 11:00-2:00 $259,900 Century 21 Toomey Lovett Inc. 508-885-3443 WEBSTER: 90 Worcester Road SF 12:00-2:00 $279,900 Hope Real Estate Group 508-943-4333 SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2009 AUBURN:

1 Wallace Avenue T 11:00-1:00 $165,500 Century 21/Maher/Chic Beland 508-523-7733 15 Carriage Drive SF 1:00-2:30 $239,900 Century 21/Maher/Helen Vangsness 774-239-2887 37 Jerome Avenue M 11:00-1:00 $245,900 Century 21/Maher/Ron Garabedian 508-615-5058 8 Prentice Avenue SF 12:00-2:00 $219,900 Emerson Realtors/Mary Ellen Cox 508-735-7061

CHARLTON: 22 Main Street SF 12:00-2:00 $159,900 Century 21/Maher/Judy Empie 508-344-0275

DUDLEY: 24 Prospect Avenue SF 1:00-3:00 Weichert Realtors/Lisa Pappas 508-847-7008 Tobin Farms SF 1:00-4:00 Starting @ $399,900 Weichert Realtors/ Connie Nedoroscik 508-949-3205 12 Fairfield Drive SF 12:00-2:00 $350,000 Century 21/Maher/Maryann Johnson 508-847-1484

OXFORD: 22-2 Thayer Pond Drive T 12:30-2:00 $184,000 Century 21/Maher/Ann Greenberg 508-832-5831 SPENCER: 6 Kingsbury Road SF 1:00-3:00 $385,000 Century 21/Maher/ Ann Marie Sorensen 508-612-8647 Candlewood Drive SF 11:00-2:00 $259,900 Century 21 Toomey Lovett Inc. 508-885-3443

STURBRIDGE: 98 McGuilpin Road SF 12:00-2:00 $325,000 Weichert Realtors/Bob Connor 508-789-4886 18 Woodside Circle SF 10:00-12:00 $339,000 Century 21/Maher/ Ann Marie Sorensen 508-612-8647 1 Highland Lane (Lot 6) SF 12:30-2:00 $489,900 Re/Max Professional Associates/ The Lucas Team at Raveis Lorraine Herbert 508-864-4232 3 Hinman Street C 2:30-4:00 $126,500 Re/Max Professional Associates/ • Lorraine Herbert 508-784-0500 www.TheLucasTeam.net • Cell: 203.981.1539 WEBSTER: R Joel Lucas 90 Worcester Road SF 12:00-2:00 $279,900 Hope Real Estate Group 508-943-4333 HAMPTON - $412,000 WORCESTER: E Vermont in CT- Sophisticated New Cottage style charmer on nearly 4 acres! 21 Southold Road SF 11:00-1:00 $134,900 Century 21/Maher/Diane Pacevicz 508-832-5831 A www.672PuddingHill.com

OPEN HOUSE • SUN. FEB 22nd 1-3 L CLOSE TO OLD LYME VILLAGE! OLD LYME, CT - $699,000 To have your open house Beautiful Center Hall Colonial- two acres, like new, room for pool! www.6SaundersHollow.com Directions: Rte 1 North, left on Fill Lane, bear left onto listed in this directory Saunders Hallow E OPEN HOUSE • SUN. FEB 22nd 1-3 please contact Diane @1-508-909-4110 CLOSE TO BEACH AND COMMUTING OLD LYME, CT - $369,000 S Built in 1994. Mint condition on over 2 level acres. Approved for 2-car garage. Low taxes www.5Westwoods.com Directions: Rte 95 exit 71, bear left onto Four Mile River Rd., T right onto Westwoods Old Saybrook - $699,000: Across from beach, waterviews! www.70TownBeach.com A Old Saybrook - $719,000: Walk to Town or Beaches, 5 bedrooms, Newer Colonial! www.24CricketCourt.com T Chester Village - $162,000: 2 acre lot, walk to downtown shops and 943-4900 * 987-8400 historic sites! www.20GilbertHill.com OFF EXIT 1 - RT. 395 - THOMPSON ROAD, WEBSTER, MASS. E Marc D. Becker, Carla Manzi, Brokers

DUDLEY: Immaculate, WEBSTER -- Big, solid young 1392 sq. ft. three-family on 1/3 acre -- Townhouse on dead-end 3-3-3 -- living room -- for- N DEPOSIT street – Spacious, cabi- O mal dining -- big, eat-in net-packed kitchen – din- kitchen -- hardwood floors - • ing area with slider to - storage areas -- detached deck – 14x17 ft. living 2-car garage -- handicap GOT A HOUSE FOR SALE? room – three bedrooms – ramp -- vinyl siding -- R 1.5 baths – garage – oil recent roof -- some updates heat – pets allowed needed -- family-owned since 1924. E R/E Tax $1477 $225,000 R/E Tax $2320.28 $204,900 WEBSTER This the place WEBSTER – Lovely cen- – 2268 sq. ft. ter hall, hip roof colonial Raised Ranch in very good A – eat-in kitchen – formal REDUCED neighborhood -- cabinet dining room – front-to- kitchen -- dining area to sell it! back fireplaced living w/sliders to deck -- living L room – spacious room -- three bedrooms -- screened porch – hard- ceramic bath -- lower level Your ad will be woods – garage – convenient to highways, shopping, family room -- hardwoods schools. -- replacement windows -- vinyl siding -- garage. mailed to 60000+ R/E Tax $2048 $259,900 R/E Tax $1950 $199,900 E FOR GRANDVIEW ESTATES WEBSTER -- Charming households PHASE II 19th century Cape with SALE PIASTA ROAD, DUDLEY eat-in kitchen... FIVE 2-ACRE LOTS STILL pantry...1st floor laun- S AVAILABLE IN THIS dry... dining room...4 throughout LOVELY TEN-LOT SUBDIVISION BR... 2 baths... wide Road and utilities completed. board floors... recent T Southern Worcester Great schools, convenient windows and furnace... central location... minutes to commuter, location, low taxes. Break ground on your dream home! schools, shopping, highway! A County. Lots priced at $125,000 and $150,000 R/E Tax $1498 $209,900 To advertise on our real estate section, STERLING REALTY ESTABLISHED 1962 T please call your local E sales representative at 1-800-367-9898 WHEN YOU THINK OF REAL ESTATE - THINK OF STERLING SINCE 1962 www.sterlingrealtyhomes.com OUR 47TH YEAR 6 • THE VILLAGER • Friday, February 20, 2009 VILLAGER REAL ESTATE

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Webster: Bank Owned Super opportu- Auburn: $187,500 Like New 3 BR nity to own a 3 bedroom ranch at a bar- Cape with user friendly backyard. New gain price. Walk to Webster Lake roof, siding, great kit. with ceramic Beach. Basement has semi-finished tile. New carpeting in the living room. rooms. New floor coverings just Gleaming hardwood floors in the 3 installed throughout. New Carpeting bedrooms. New bath - ceramic tile. and vinyl flrs. Oversized two car garage. Oversized 2 car detached garage - new Ideal for workshop or storage. Large vinyl siding & 2 new garage doors. deck ideal for cookouts. $159,900 Ideal place for cars & workshop. Rental: Webster-Modern 2 bedroom ranch. Stove, refrigerator. Hardwood floors. Full basement. Available immediately $775/month

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TOOMEY-LOVETT, INC. SPENCER-“CANDLEWOOD ESTATES” Small country EAST BROOKFIELD: Located in Bay Path sub-division, acre plus lots. New affordable, ranch & www.C21TLC.com colonial duplexes, 2-3 BR, attached garage, full base- Estates on cul-de sac of well kept homes, LEICESTER: What a buy, this three bed- LEICESTER: Four bedroom cape near ments, appliances included. NEAR Worcester & Pike, - Four bedroom colonial, two car heated room colonial on double lot is near Worcester, half acre lot, newer septic some NO CONDO FEES - 3 BR model is up & ready NOW @ garage, good access to Major routes. Worcester line, town sewer, Half acre, updates done but needs your ideas to make it • $259,900 or choose ranches starting at 249,900. better. Detached garage. $183,000 CENTURY 21 ready 60 days. $279,900 fenced yard. $75,900 NORTH BROOKFIELD SWEEPSTAKES – Need lots of bed- Visit our room space? Then check out this classic OPEN HOUSES colonial with five R and register to win bedrooms, has first floor laundry, fire- STURBRIDGE: Great Commuter Location yet tucked in the SPENCER – Starting at $244,900 this newer sub-divi- WARE: Six room, three bedroom colonial locat- place in livingroom and some updates. woods in a peaceful tranquil setting. Lake and boat launch, sion is in its second phase. Country location just off and state forest with hiking/biking trails near by. Spacious ed just outside of downtown, sits nicely on $1000 Route 31, local area builder offers some great stan- Located near downtown for convenience. All Home with landscaped grounds includes deco fish pond. 2.57 acres, has front to back kitchen/dining dard features like Hardwoods, A/C and tile but there (monthly drawing!) appliances to remain. $159,900 Huge master w/lg walk in closet, office nook, formal living combo, finished family room in walk out lower are more available. We now have four lots to choose rm. Sun-filled cathedral ceiling family rm/sun room with from. Call and schedule viewing today. skylights and french doors. $289,900 level. $234,900 270 Main St., Spencer WEST BROOK- E FIELD: Intown CENTURY 21 (508) 885-3443 Victorian was used SWEEPSTAKES EW LISTING as B&B, many N 85 East Main St., updates include close a home with a plumbing, electrics, CENTURY 21 AGENT West Brookfield paint, baths and CHARLTON: Two bedroom condo, beautiful THINK SPRING FOR YOUR NEW CON- septic. Artist studio new interior with ceramic tile in kitchen & STRUCTION: We have lots starting at from 2/1/09-6/30/09 on third floor, four bedrooms, three baths bath, new tilt windows, w/d hookups, new $25,000. All shapes and sizes available. (508) 867-7064 and many nice features include curved stair- carpet. Large yard with inground pool. Units and be in drawing A Each office independently owned case. $219,900 include new appliances. Whole complex on Some with perks and septic designs. for $21,000 and operated three acres. Easy access to pike. $125,900 CALL NOW FOR ALL THE DETAILS.

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Ann Marie Danielle Helen Ronald Maryann Judy Janice Diane Franny Anne Lorraine Sue Chic Elie Sorensen Therrien Vangsness Garabedian Johnson Empie Ward Pacevicz Gaudette Greenberg Jankowski Kusz Beland Kahale $$$$$$$$$$$$$$ CENTURY 21 OPEN HOUSE OPEN HOUSE OPEN HOUSE OPEN HOUSE OPEN HOUSE SUN 2/22/09 SUN 2/22/09 SUN 2/22/09 SUN 2/22/09 SUN 2/22/09 SWEEPSTAKES! E Visit our open houses AUBURN: OPEN HOUSE 11-1PM: CHARLTON: OPEN HOUSE 12-2: AUBURN: Open house 1-2:30: OXFORD: OPEN HOUSE 12:30-2PM: STURBRIDGE: OPEN HOUSE 10-12: Register to win Townhouse in small complex. 2BR, 2200+ sf home in needs udating, good Great location 36RM, 3BR, 2ba, Townhouse in popular complex, 2 BR, 4BR, 2.5 BA center hall Colonial. Fplcd $1,000 monthly prize 1.5 ba, 15’ LL family room. Mint! location for possible in house business. fireplaces, finished LL, 1 acre lot. 2.5 Ba, hdwds, fpl, many updates. LR, DR 1st fl office, mudroom. 22-2 Thayer Pond Dr. $184,000 1 Wallace Ave. $165,500 22 Main St. $150,000 14 Carriage Dr. $239,900 18 Woodside Ctr. $339,000 for February! ••• RENTALS ••• Auburn - 10 RM, 5 BR, 2.5 BA, Pool $2450 S Dudley - $1950+ $21,000 to one lucky OPEN HOUSE OPEN HOUSE OPEN HOUSE OPEN HOUSE 4 BR, 2.5 BA ,4+ acres SUN 2/22/09 SUN 2/22/09 SUN 2/22/09 SUN 2/22/09 Webster - Waterfront 3 BR, 2.5 BA, Century 21 buyer Garage! $1975 who closes between Worcester - 7 RM, 3 BR, $950 AUBURN: OPEN HOUSE 11-1: 2 DUDLEY: OPEN HOUSE 12-3: WORCESTER: OPEN HOUSE SPENCER: OPEN HOUSE 1-3: 5 RM, 2 BR, $950 • 6 RM, 3 BR, $800 Feb 1st and June 30th family on 1/2 acre lot! 5/2/1 on 1st 2700+ sf. home, 3BR, 2 full and 2 half 11-1: Adorable 2BR, ranch seton park Beautiful, 3BR, 2.5 BA, cath LR, fpl, fin- OFFICE SPACE: Auburn 925 SF office OF THIS YEAR! floor, 4/2/1 on 2nd floor. BA, eat in kitchen, hrdwds, fplcd FR like grounds, recent roof & furnace. ished fam RM in LL, in-ground pool. space, $14 SF + Util • 525 SF office bldg T 37 Jerome Ave. $245,900 12 Fairfield Dr. $350,000 21 Southold Rd. $134,900 16 Kingsbury Rd. $385,000 $595+ month $$$$$$$$$$$$$$ ######################################################

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All Items High Quality, Bicycle Pine Headboard & Dispenser. Used 2 Years. Carved in flowers, $250. Like New. Back up Powerpack for Couch/Sleep-sofa Gown with train. Size 8. $500 Computer, $100 Soft pastel colors Men’s Trek Pilot 5.2, 58cm Footboard Purchased at Kleinfelds (508)764-3625 Email For Photos $2000 Double-Sized, With Rails. Leave Message [email protected] Antique Stainless-Steel Leave Message NYC. Elegant beading 508-234-5535 Also With Matching Dresser with organza & silk/satin 401-316-4793 Milkcan, $25 508-208-8401 5-Piece Graco & Dresser With Jewelry Can schedule viewing Baby Set material. $700. Girls Clothing New 14K Ruby & Diamond Antique Singer Sewing Mirror. Call (508)949-2528 Machine, $50 on weekends Highchair, Playpen, Stroller, Asking $300 & Shoes Yellow gold cross pendant, Living Room Set Carseat, Swing. $250 $300 or best offer. Also gem- 90” Sofa IBM Selectric Typewriter Table With Tile Top Toddler Sizes Through 10/12 stone rings & pendants, best & Table, $100 Amana Air Shoe Sizes 1-3 Love Seat Wedding Gown 4 Chairs Dirt Bike offers. Oriental Rug Size 10-12, Ivory Strapless, $100 2003 RM65 Suzuki Gently Used & Brand New Call Shirley Conditioner Many Styles & Brands (Machine-Made) 508-461-9097 18,000 btu only used 4 Used. $200 508-764-3625 Great condition, asking (508)248-3005 $1200. To Choose From. 2 Matching End-Tables summers, 2 heavy for me to All In Excellent Condition Call 508-943-2007 For Appt. John Deere 2 Pianos lift. $400 new, sell for $200. 508-943-2007 Chickering Call (774)696-3360 Take The Whole Set For Ask for Pat, Snowthrower $1000 Or Best Offer Both in excellent condition Spinet Piano Girls Clothing (508)885-5542 Brand New Bunk Double Window Large quantity of high For LX And GT Series 508-867-9650 and tuned, Price includes New, Vetter High Pro 4 move to 1st floor location in Antique Red Beds and 2 Baby Grand & quality, brand name Lawn & Garden Tractors. Worcester County. Please Bench With Screens. Girls Clothing For Sale 42 Inch, Machinist Tools call 508-885-3705 Vermont Casting Dressers Measures 76”Long Used Once(Honest!) Tool chest, also other odds Beautiful wood frame $700. 1993 Chevrolet Age: Infant-3T 61”High Come choose from Includes Chains, Weights, and ends. 2-Horse Trailer Gas Heater includes mattresses, pillows, Camaro; 21,270 miles, all $650 OBO Call (508)234-8034 Excellent Condition. ladder (never used). $2000 original, $5000. the best at the And Operator’s Manual ‘98 Sundowner (Extra High, Asking Price $1700 or best offer. Call (508)765-9316 leave Marine Hemi age level you need. $1500 Extra Wide), Dressing Room. 774-745-0242 Mags With Tires Mint Condition. 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Top 508-987-1504 6’8”x32” brand new. $50 each 508-769-2351 Merc Cruisers Call (508)981-6762 of the line. Bought at (1)4 Lights, (1)15 Lights $85 All Cards 75% Off Book! Freezer (17cu.ft.) $200 Gordon’s Music last fall. Paid Memory Foam 3 Wood Frame Solid Including Vintage Cards Like 5’x8’ Oriental Rug $30 over $600 will sell for $325 200+ Music CD’s Mantle/Williams/Etc. Entertainment Authentic $8.00 each or 10 for $75. No Glass Door 508-826-2029 Oak TV Cabinet $40 firm. 24”x50” 508-864-9223 Center Therapeutic rap. Email your want list: Came Back With 508-347-5782 Please contact [email protected] 30-Gallon Electric Clawfoot Tub Patio Set (508)450-7150 NASA Mattress Craftsman Miter Box with Hot-Water Heater Him From “Gould” $400 EVERYTHING MUST GO! Kroeger-Gildemeester Queen, $399. Brand new in back saw. 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Size small w/matching 413-245-4587 Men’s leather jacket, small, with assortment of lenses Appraised At $2400 Furnished RV/Cabin At Salon hat. In excellent condition, Size 8, Pewter color with 74” High x 63” Campground. Unlimited Set up equipment. $5000 or $75. Bread maker, $15. 2 electronic flashes, and $500/BO. 1 long Black elegant beading, matching Lace Wedding Toaster oven, $15. Fold-up many other accessories. Wide x 23” Deep. Lifetime Transfers. best offer. Everything you Persian Lamb. Size large. In jacket paid $700, 774-230-1763 need to set up your beauty Gown rocker, $100. Sell all for $220. $1500 OBO good condition, but worn. asking $250. Call (774)745-0153 508-248-6949 508-347-9319 shop. $300/BO. Call (508)885-4303 Full-Length, Size 12. 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NOT Furniture Call (508)328-3438 Asking $2500 For All Garden Leisure 6 Seater FOR HAND ROUTER. Sickle-Bar Mower. Computer Desk (Corner) 508-987-2419 DRESSER Men’s Clothing Asking $1650 OBO $195 OBO Hot Tub with lounger, $185.00 Exercise Large, With Mirror $3800/BO. Delta Lathe Heavy Duty 9’ Fisher & 2 Armoires Pictures International Harvester Office Chair (Cully) Equipment Weider Pro 9940 dual weight Reproducer Two-Row Corn Planter $65 Highway Plow $1700 For All bench, $150. Many Miscellaneous Weider weight bench, One-way plow, set up for Fits 12" & 14" Delta Trailer-Type, With Entertainment Center (Negotiable) Trampoline, $75. Items Hydraulic Lift. preacher curl and leg backhoe or truck, $650. Lathes $450 58”x52”x19”, Solid Wood extension with Olympic bar. Handmade Backpack $800 OBO $300 Brand new computer No Reasonable 295lbs of weight, $250. 50lb Fisher Snow-Foil Type Heavy armoire, $450. Never Used Duty 8’ Plow for truck Lead Chandelier Offer Refused 860-974-9811 Numerous Dog punching bag, $50. Curl bar, Contemporary Style $100 Breed Books 85lbs or weight, $40. $500 Please call 508-949-6425 $150 (Negotiable) (508)404-5470 Call (508)943-7215 Cedar Chest & 508-867-9734 [email protected] Heavy Duty Hobart Meat Rocker or 508-637-1046 Grinder. Floor type with large 508-892-1107 6000 BTU A/C Computer bowl. $375 Moving Sale $50 Athena Stereo Multi-Colored Cushioned Extang Trifecta Large Double 2 couch and chair sets, $300 Top, Cherry Wood Cedar CPU, Printer/Scanner/ Briggs & Stratton 12HP each. Miscellaneous bed- Stereo With Speakers $50 Speakers (Hope) Chest and Matching Copier-In-One, Windows Tonneau Cover Vertical Riding Mower Stainless-Steel 3ft tall x 1ft wide, excellent room furniture, best Call 508-278-7958 Rocker. Both In Excellent XP, Flat-Screen Monitor, Fits ‘06 Ford F150 crew cab Engine, $95 Sink offer. quality, fantastic sound. 2 Condition. Desk (Great Condition) with 5 1/2 ft. bed. Like new, speakers. Asking $380 Used 15” Monitor Call (774)766-0359 Ab Coaster Asking Asking $500 $275. $25 REDUCED! Practically Brand New for pair. Cedar Chest $300 Call 774-200-1561 Call (508)341-4659 Call (508)987-0859 Call (508)461-9097 w/Faucet & Sprayer MOVING! Only Used Twice, Packed Rocker $200 43” x 22” In Original Box w/All Call 508-756-2607 Dark Wood Curio 32”x52” Original Accessories. Baby Grand Piano Fishing Rods, HO Scale Train $75 Oak Desk $60 55” Wide x 77” Tall, Comes With Engines, Cars, Paid $400, Asking $180 Mahogany, No Brand Name. Cherry Bedroom Set 18” Deep Dudley Owned For 2 Weeks. 52”x54”. $1900 Reels, Boxes, Buildings And Accessories. Glass Doors On Top, With Lots Of Time & Money Put 508-735-9493 508-949-3025 YOU PICK UP (Oxford) Kids No Longer Play! Maple Dining Room Set Plugs, Please Call $700 OBO Three Drawers Below. Into It! Pictures Available. With Hutch $500 Email: MY GOOD-BYE 774-289-9362 Call 508-885-5389 $300 Streamers, Like New! After 5pm [email protected] YOUR GOOD BUY Oak Vanity Table With Chair Highchair Etc. Or 774-402-1274 Large Two-Level Light Air Conditioners $75 $50 Oak Coffee Table to well-cared for BR chest of General Electric 10,000 BTU Beautiful drawers, twin beds, dresser, Window Mount Air Stereo With White Crib Archery Hot Tub $125 mirror; LR sofa, end tables, Conditioner, $150. Furniture Speakers/Woofer ‘07 model; 6 person, 32 jets, bookcase, bric-a-brac; $45 Mattress Included $300 Equipment Good Condition Samsung 5,000 BTU Entertainment Center with all options. Waterfall, 8’ x 11’ Karastan round pine dinette table, $200/BRO, like new. (2)Sofas $150/$300 508-885-2866 Sporting goods, ladder-back chairs. Window Mount Air Machinist Tools & aroma-therapy, lighting, with Oriental Rug Conditioner, $75.00 Redecorating and need Toaster-Oven cover, full warranty. Brand New Fringe & $450 space. Store-new New $40 Dental Chair Auto Tools, most half new in wrapper. Cost $7000, 508-347-2203 Call Jeff at Electric operates well, Would Handicap walkers, Professionally Cleaned condition, MUST SEE! B.O. For All sell for $3800. (802)380-0844 (508)832-3684 be great for tattoo parlor, etc. $10-$30. $350 508-278-2729 Call (860)244-9544 NEW Motorized 3 to choose from. $50 each. 35MM Canon Camera Call Rich Beautiful Oak 508-282-1026 Call (508)987-3143 Scooter Beauty Salon $200 HP Scanner 508-826-2029 From The Scooter Store. Dining Room Set $50 Equipment Electric Dryer (508)885-5189 Never Used With Lighted China Cabinet. Cherry Dining Prices Negotiable! Also: Living Room Couch Asking $1000 OBO Cost Over $3000 2 back to back, free floating Used 6 months, $100. 508-347-6561 Washer used holds x-large Custom Made Moses And Matching Chair Sell For $500 styling stations, $200 each Room Table Baskets. Floral Design Fabric or best offer. loads, $50. 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Sunfish sailboat you from the bottom of my 17 Foot Glastron Call (508)333-1790 $75 w/trailer, $700. Jenny Lind Over 50-Year Old RC heart, succor me in this ne- BUYING (860)928-1135 Allen Adding Machine 4-Drawer File Cabinet $25 3/4 bed, $250. Sailboard & cessity. There are none that Sierra 177 4.3 STANDING TIMBER sail (new), $500. Dresser set, Photo Security System, Oak Entertainment Pier One Wicker Table & can withstand your call. Oh, Larson 1997 Land Clearing $200. Player piano w/rolls, complete with all show me herein, you are my Mercruiser I/O Center Two Chairs With $600. Lexmark necessary items including Only 156 Hours On Hazardous Tree Removals Removable Glass Top mother. Oh, Mary conceived Ski-Boat $250 printer, $50. plastic holders Engine 19 Foot, With Volvo Penta Demolition $95 without sin, pray for us who Complete Septic Systems Call Karen (508)885-3192 Video security system have recourse to thee. (3 Power Steering, Trim Engine. 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Perfect LCD Monitor 17” $75 413-245-6130 FEET Only For Two. Assembles general reader. Furniture, Crafts & 508-981-6400 Maple Dresser Located on Route 9 in West Never Worn Decorations; Lamps, (10 Weeks) Firewood In Minutes. Simply Two w/Hutch $50 Each Brookfield, halfway between Size 8, long sleeves beaded Mirrors; Oriental-Style 1 Day/Week Amherst & Worcester. 1992 Bass Tracker Cut, Split & Delivered. Plugs Into Standard and lace. Terra mid length Rugs; Living Room Seasoned $230 per cord. Household Outlet. Call 774-262-3336 Open 7 days a week, vale, cathedral vale, slip. Paid 16’ Evinrude 20HP Motor, Reflexology Leave Message 10am-6pm Furniture; Quantity Trolling Motor & Trailer. Call (413)245-3306 $500 $1400 for all, asking $800 or Beautiful Curtains; FULL Body best offer. Call RUNS GOOD. (16 Weeks) 508-347-5725 We Also Buy Flat-Screen TV’s; Asking $3495. 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Bird Cage exposed to outside elements. $1595 Wood Available. Used Gamecube Games (17inx17inx36in) $50. Leave $4000 or best offer. PLEASE PARK storage cover, original prop, “Relax Away The Tensions Call For Area Pricing Call (508)248-5426 Call 508-347-3292 CAREFULLY excellent condition. $11,250. Of The Day” 508-729-3368 message for “Doc” Leave Message 508-764-4838 (860)974-9973 Call (508)347-6340 4 ☎ TOWN-TO-TOWN CLASSIFIEDS ☎ A STONEBRIDGE PRESS PUBLICATION ☎ February, 18, 2009

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Worcester Community References Available First Shots, Health Open Mon-Sat Medical School. Daily & Weekly Bonuses. Action Council, Inc., WANTED Certificate, Certificate Of (10-6) Compensation provided. Transportation & Hotel 484 Main Street, 2nd Pedigree, APRI Papers. 339 Main Street Women 21-65 Provided. References Available. J & L Floor, Worcester, MA 442 LICENSED DAY Southbridge, MA 01550 Return Guaranteed. 01608 5 Females, 3 Males. 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Experience Not Required 402 GENERAL SERVICES East Brookfield Managers & 877-787-6583 Donna’s Crayon this newspaper is subject to Shots, wormed, (Route 9 - Panda The Federal Fair Housing Act leukemia tested, Garden Plaza) Cashiers Box of 1968, which makes it spayed & neutered. 508-637-1236 Growing Gas/Convenience A&H Has Full Or Part-Time illegal to advertise any Call 508-885-2306 508-341-6355 Store Organization Has NEED EXTRA Openings Available, All Ages. preference, limitation or Openings In Uxbridge, Meals & Snacks Included. discrimination based on race, Auburn, Oxford, And CASH? JUNK Vouchers Accepted. color, religion, sex, handicap, 284 LOST & FOUND Worcester Location. Work When You Want To! CDA Certified. familial status (number of Comic Books Part-Time Chauffeurs EMOVAL PETS Call Ann Army At R Lead Teacher Certified. children and or pregnancy), Bought 508-762-3722 Wanted To Go Out And Have 19 Years Of Experience national origin, ancestry, age, A Great Time, Responsibly. MASONRY 508-347-1551 marital status, or any FOUND CAT By Collector CDL w/P, a must to make 508-277-7620 intention to make an such Large Female Cat, Pre-1970 The BIG MONEY! MOVING Lic# 2078757 preference, limitation or Dark/Multi-Colored. 508-731-0226 discrimination. This White Rear Paws. On All Kinds Wanted High Prices Paid www.limoaffair.net CLEANING & Ms. Laurie’s newspaper will not Stiles Lake, Spencer. New Owners! Family Daycare knowingly accept any Call Richard 860-779-0265 DEMOLITION advertising for real estate 508-885-9046 New Energy! All Ages, Half-Day/Full-Day, that is in violation of the law. Part-Time Before & After School. Our readers are hereby New Stuff! 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Apartments, May Have Been Headed Reiki In Just Smoke-Free Environment For the N.E. area, call HUD To Maple Terrace. 860-974-0746 Offices, Stores, Etc. ad 617-565-5308,. The toll Flower Essences free number for the hearing REWARD! Feng Shui 120 Days! Appliances SEARCH impaired is 1-800-927-9275 508-765-3839 A Career You Can Demolition 505 APARTMENTS FOR Daycare Smile About... Post Office Small Buildings 285 PET CARE LOCAL. RENT Daily/weekly rates • Evening Classes Hiring Nationally! ATTN: Landlords • Tuition Payment Avg. Pay $20/hour, Or House Owners $57k/year, Including Federal Dudley Training Plans Clean & 2 Bedroom Apartment Apple Acres • In-Office Real World Benefits, OT. Paint Interiors Basic-Advanced Optional fee-based test prep Heat and Hot Water Included. Training IT’S A No Pets/No Smoking materials, not affiliated with Kennel Group or private We Do The Work! Off-Street Parking SILVER N.E. Dental the US Postal Service. • Newly rubber-matted 866-533-4717 10% Discount NO-BRAINER Call (860)935-5206 sleeping areas. DOLLARS Assistant School With This Ad Experienced caring staff • Large individual runs, Paying $11-$250 120 Stafford Street, Call Dudley outdoor exercise pens, Tours 10am-4pm And Up! Suite #201 800-844-0034 Three bedroom apartment. country walks Other times by appt. Buying Silver Coins Worcester, MA Truck Drivers Section 8 approved. Before 1964, www.nedentalschool.org Hardwood floors, large • Large indoor please! Find what you’re kitchen/dining, quiet play area Silver Eagles, Wanted DP Tree Service looking for, neighborhood, front Gold Coins & Jewelry. 508-425-6644 Class A CDL with Hazmat. Dangerous Tree Removal •Bathing available 508-987-0077 Day Driving quick and easy. porch, off-street parking, We Operate By The Call Now For More Brush Chipping washer in basement. Open M-F 205 Federal Hill Information. Throughout Northeast. Storm Cleanup 8:30am-10:30am “Golden Rule” Stove included. Rated One Of Company Based in Seasoned Cordwood All Local. No smoking, some pets OK. 3:00pm-5:00pm Road FREE Honest Appraisals North Brookfield. Saturday & Sunday The Top 10 $200/Cord All the time. First/Last & Security Oxford, MA Retirees Welcome! $850/month plus utilities 8:30am-5:00pm L&L Coin Recession-Proof Phil 774-289-8342 TheHeartOf www.starwoodpetresort.com Careers!!! No Overnight Loads. Massachusetts.com or Section 8. Call (508)865-2227 508-450-1282 (508)867-3235 Doug 508-904-0955 Call (508)987-5441 FEBRUARY, 18, 2009 ☎ TOWN-TO-TOWN CLASSIFIEDS ☎ A STONEBRIDGE PRESS PUBLICATION ☎ 5

505 APARTMENTS FOR 505 APARTMENTS FOR 505 APARTMENTS FOR 505 APARTMENTS FOR 505 APARTMENTS FOR 505 APARTMENTS FOR 505 APARTMENTS FOR 505 APARTMENTS FOR RENT RENT RENT RENT RENT RENT RENT RENT DUDLEY Southbridge Southbridge Spencer Webster 3 Room, 1 Bedroom Large 6 Room, Two Delightful Victorian 6 Room, 3 Bedroom NOW AVAILABLE PETS WELCOME! Apartment. Stove & Fridge. Bedroom, Washer Hookups. 4-Room Apartment. De-Leaded 2nd Floor Brookside Off-Street Parking & Good Location. No Pets. Garage. Second Floor. Apartment. Dead End Street Laundry Facility. One Bedroom. Heat & Hot $495/Month $650/Month Plus Utilities. Water Included, Stove & w/Off-Street Parking, King-Sized Line Ads Terrace TWO BEDROOM, Six Room First & Security. First & Last Wraparound Porch, Apartment. Mud Room, Refrigerator. Washer/Dryer Call And Apply Call Dave Hookups. Service Animals Washer/Dryer Hookup, Affordable 2 Bedroom Kitchen, Bathroom, 413-245-0235 Or 413-262-3579 Fenced Yard. BIGGER SPACE!!! Living Room. OK, No Smokers. First & Last Apartments For Rent. 774-230-3079 $825/Month $900/Month Spacious, Fully $750 First/Security, $10 Credit BIGGER TEXT!!! Utilities Not Included. Southbridge 508-885-2703 Applianced. Large Five Room, Two Check Fee. No Pets Get Yourself Noticed! First/Last & Security Southbridge Leave Message Or Call Call 774-289-2635 Heat/Hot Water Serious Inquiries. Bedroom Apartment. After 6pm Included! DOM 508-949-0731 3 room-1 bedroom 1st floor Washer/Dryer Hookups, in quiet area. Heat, hot water, Off-Street Parking. Webster As Low As $10 Extra Starting at $759 gas stove, washer/dryer, No Pets. No Smoking. Spencer 8 George Street One bedroom duplex, Per Week • On-Site Laundry refrigerator all included. Pay First & Last First Floor, Two Bedroom. Dudley own electric lights. $700 per appliances, one year lease, (Conditions Apply, Call For Details) Two Bedroom Apartment, $800/Month $740/Month Plus Utilities. • Basketball Court month for one person/$750 508-641-2427 no pets. First, last, $500 No Pets. Nice Yard, Deck, Near Stop & Shop. Heat for two. First/last. security. $525 per month. • Playground Included. Off-Street Parking. Please call 508-886-4312 Off-Street Parking. Stove & Refrigerator Call (508)764-1484 Southbridge Washer/Dryer Hookups. 510 546 CEMETERY LOTS • Pool Included. NEW LISTING! Spencer Available March 1st. COMMERCIAL/BUSINESS $800/Month Southbridge Clean & Spacious 5-Room, Call 413-436-9598 Two Cemetery INCOME LIMITS APPLY Two Bedroom Apartment, After 4pm Section 8 Welcome First & Last 3-4 Bedroom Apartment, Two Bedroom W/D Hookups, Stove & Southbridge Lots 508-987-8401 First Floor. Washer/Dryer $750 Fridge, Trash Included. Webster 2000 Sq.Ft. Commercial Worcester County Office Open From: Hookups, Off-Street Heat Efficient With New Carpet & Paint, Etc. Space. Zoned For All Uses Memorial Park Parking, Lots Of Storage, No Pets. First Floor 2 Bedroom Plus Retail., Across From Monday-Friday Dudley New Heat & Water Systems Apartment. With Living In Paxton 9:00am to 5:00pm Two Bedrooms. Fenced Yard. & Thermal Windows. $725/Month Dunkin Donuts (E.Main $950(Negotiable) Partial Heat Included Room, Den, Washer & Dryer Street), Great Traffic Area. Off-Street Parking. Washer/Dryer Hookups, Hookup, Nice Big Yard, $900 For Each, Weekend & Evening Section 8 OK Refrigerator & Stove, 774-230-7146 Newly Renovated/Painted. $1800 For Both Appointments No Pets/Smoking. Off-Street Parking. Near $600 Monthly Call 508-248-5177 Fenced Yard, Porch, Snowplowing Provided. Available Webster Schools. Call For More Information Call Cheryl Plus Utilities Off-Street Parking, Ceiling Spencer $750/Month Plus Utilities Fans Throughout. Two Bedroom Apartment. 860-928-4155 413-245-4181 Brookside Terrace 1 Bedroom $550 Southbridge First/Last & References. No Pets. No Smoking Heat, Hot Water & 860-923-9738 11 Village Drive Call 401-624-3897 5 Room, 2 Bedroom, First & Security Appliances Included. 2nd Floor. Section 8 OK Washer/Dryer Hookups, Webster Southbridge WORCESTER COUNTY AVAILABLE FEBRUARY! Trash Removal, Off-Street Dudley Clean & Easy To Heat! Large Four Room Retail Space MEMORIAL PARK; $675 Call 508-765-8730 Parking. Apartment, Wall-To-Wall, Main Street, high visibility. Very Nice, Clean Two No Smoking, No Pets. $1300 per month Paxton, MA Southbridge,MA 01550 Bedroom, First Floor. —————— Washer & Dryer Facilities. 2 adjoining lots. Stove/Refrigerator First/Last & Security Parking. No Pets. plus utilities. Stove, Refrigerator, Included. Southbridge $900/Month Asking $1500 or Best Offer (508)764-7675 Off-Street Parking. Close To Credit Check & References. Call (508)765-5995 for both call (508)867-3820 Washer/Dryer Hookups. Newly Renovated Two 508-885-6445 First & Last. Major Routes. First/Security Bedroom Apartments. $700/Month $650/Month Hardwood Floors, Sunny, Sturbridge Call 508-943-0474 Webster Worcester County First & Last Available NOW! Quiet. Washer/Dryer 508-943-2670 1738 House For Rent Memorial Park, C&C (508)476-2926 Hookup In Basement. Free Electric, Heat, Properties (774)280-0646 Available February 1st Hot Water Included In Two 1000 Square Feet Paxton NEW LISTING Leave Message No Pets. Bedroom. All Appliances. Webster To 4 lots in the Garden of the LOOK & COMPARE Webster First/Last Month’s Rent. $1000/month Cross, which is the oldest $650 Off-Street Parking 14,000 Square Feet garden in the park. Value 2 Bedroom Second Floor, Two Bedroom Call 508-867-7992 And Anything Luxury Condo On Apartment. Includes Stove 508-347-1101 Prospect $7000, asking $6000. Southbridge In Between... Will sell separately. Southbridge/Charlton & Washer/Dryer Hookups. 51 Green Ave Line. Appliances, Gas $700/Month Plus Utilities. Southbridge Sturbridge Owner Will Give You Call (508)892-8685 Clean, Renovated 3-4 Estates Price You Can’t Refuse! Fireplace, $795/Month Bedroom Unit. Nice Four Room Lakeside Dudley Apartment In Quiet Also, Quality 1, 2 & 3 First Floor, One Bedroom Available Immediately 1 & 2 Bedroom 508-753-3670 Worcester County Bedroom Apartments! Second Floor, Building. Newly Updated Apartments Apartments. Apartment. Includes Stove, & Painted. 3 Room, 1 Bedroom Memorial Park Appliances, Off-Street Refrigerator & Utilities. Washer/Dryer Hookups, Parking. $650/Month Apartment . Kitchen 1 Month Free Rent 515 CONDOS-RENT/SALE Paxton, MA Coin-Op On Premises. Personal Storage, Yard. Plots In Garden Of Honor. $750, First & Last Includes Heat/Hot Water Appliances, 1/4 Mile To Sturbridge $640/Month And Appliances. I-84 And MA Pike. Now Available: Spencer 2 Lots & 2 Vaults. Two bedroom apartment. Both Are Clean, In Good Reasonably Good Laundry On Premises No Smoking, No Pets. Historical Buildings Two Bedroom Condo. Bright, Asking $2700 For All Credit & References. 774-745-0026 Appliances, off-street Areas. Includes Off-Street Lease, Security Deposit, References A Must. Must Income Qualify Modern, Contemporary parking, coin-op Parking & Trash Removal. No Dogs, Please. & References $625/month. Style. Hardwood, Please Leave Message Illegal Drug Users SECTION 8 CERTIFICATES washer/dryer on No Pets/Smokers Call 508-347-7709 Call (508)347-9623 WELCOME Tile, & Appliances. premises. First/Last, Security & Need Not Apply. 9am-6pm Great Kitchen. Beautifully Section 8 OK 550 MOBILE HOMES $750/month including References, Credit Check. Southbridge Call Landscaped Grounds. hot water. 508-949-3044 Call Joe At Sturbridge Convenient Location. 14x70 Mobile Call (508)765-0501 Ask For John 774-230-8486 Non-Smokers Only. (508)943-9567 Rent To Own! Cozy Three Room, One Nice, clean one Home Bedroom. Stove & Fridge. bedroom apartment (6 Months Credit) Sturbridge North Brookfield E.H.O. From $850 W/56ft addition which Completely furnished Southbridge $495/Month in good area. Includes First & Security, stove, refrigerator, Call 508-735-4335 includes 24x12 den, 14x12 efficiencies. All utilities 28 Spring Street Clean 4 room, 2 bedroom work room w/sink and 18ft and cable. $200 per 3 large rooms, first duplex apartment. Stove, Credit Check. Cats OK. air and laundry room WEBSTER 413-283-5445 on premises. 525 HOUSES FOR RENT porch w/handicapped ramp. week. floor. $625/monthly. refrigerator, hookups, Roomy 3 Bedroom, Laundry Large hallways/doors, for Call Tammy at basement, yard, good area. Leave Message $575/month. On-Site, Close To Shops! References and security Security deposit, lease Brimfield wheelchair. New 508-579-0539 No pets. Credit check, $850/Month roof/windows. $98K plus required. First & Last and references required. $1400/Month Southbridge Patty Moriarty park share. $675 per month, Please call RE/MAX Professional Assoc. Three Bedrooms, One Bath. No pets. Washer/dryer One Bedroom, Third Floor Bill, (508)347-5463 hookups. plus utilities. Apartment In Nice (508)347-7709 508-784-0664 1500 Sq.Ft., Large Kitchen, Charlton Call (508)765-2658 Residential Area. Hardwood Sunroom, Deck Leading To Call (508)867-2478 Floors, Washer/Dryer Webster Spacious Yard & Stream. Small One Bedroom. Or (508)867-7404 Call (774)696-2732 14x70 Mobile Off-Street Parking. Southbridge Hookups, Gas Heat. Sturbridge Two Bedroom Apartment, $600/Month Off-Street Parking. One Bedroom, One Bath. Third Floor. Neat & Clean, Home Heat & Utilties Not Included. Cohassee Street Lots Of Storage Available Now. Heat & Hot Off-Street Parking, North Brookfield First Floor, Nice Three Pet Welcome. Northbridge with central air. Mint Available 1/1/09 Water Included. Washer/Dryer Hookups. condition to move in. Many New const. Heat/hot water. Bedroom. Quiet Dead End $475/Month No Pets. No Smoking. Excellent Location, Small House, Clean & Cozy. 508-248-1899 1 & 2 bedrooms Street. Stove & Off-Street Parking. new extras. Located in Call 508-612-9363 One Month’s Security Affordable. attractive over 55 park in Elevator accessible, onsite Refrigerator Included. Deposit & References Call For Details. NO PETS. NO SMOKING. laundromat, trash removal, $875/Month $1000/Month Plus Utilities Sturbridge. Southbridge Required. 1-508-612-6192 Call Joe (508)347-8976 DOUGLAS private parking. Heat & Utilities Not Included. Second Floor Studio $635/Month 1-508-943-7436 Security. 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Appliances included. 508-248-1899 Apartment In Quiet Contact Dennis 508-234-2025 For more info Neighborhood. Off-Street 508-347-0810 Webster 1983 Mobile Home Apartments Available Parking. No Pets. Prices start at $845/month. (508)867-4277 Southbridge Two Bedroom Apartments. Southbridge 14’x70’, Liberty Brand. Comfortable, Sunny 3-Room, First Month’s Rent Required, Sturbridge Coin-Op & Off-Street Two Bedroom, Includes heat, hot water, Last Negotiable. Single Family Home A/C, pool, fitness center 1 Bedroom Apartment. Nice Parking. Second & Third All Remodeled With North Brookfield $525/Month, Includes Sturbridge Heights Three Bedrooms, One And Attached Screenhouse. & children’s program. Neighborhood, Walking (Hall Road) Floor Available. No Pets. 4 Room, 2 Bedroom Heat & Hot Water. $600/month A Half Bath, One-Car Garage. Park Share Included. Off street parking. Apartment. Distance To Town. Brand New Two Bedroom Nice Neighborhood Includes Heat, Hot Water, Available Immediately! First/Last & References $69,000 OBO Call (508)476-3777 Stove/Refrigerator, 508-243-5315 Applianced Apartments. (Westwood Parkway) Washer/Dryer Hookups, Washer/Dryer, Stove & Starting At $845/Month 508-943-1076 $1100/Month 508-867-5043 Refrigerator. Leave Message After 5pm Gas/Gas Heat, Trash Also Available 508-248-1899 Douglas Removal, Yards. Off-Street $695/Month Non-Smoker Preferred Southbridge Two Bedroom, Includes Webster Brookfield Large Two Bedroom In Parking (2 Cars), Storage Heat & Hot Water, OUSES FOR ALE Elegant Older Home On Main No Pets Second Floor, Two Two Bedroom, De-Leaded. 530 H S Nanatomqua Mobile Unit, Dead-End Street. Bedroom. Stove, Third Floor. First & Last. Street. Includes Washer & Cat OK. First/Security. Call 508-764-7494 Near Park & School. Home Park Dryer. Partially Furnished. Refrigerator. Hardwood $895/Month Available Now Woodstock (55 And Over) $500/Month+Utilities Floors. Hot Water Included. Call (508)729-3429 Completely Remodeled Separate Eating Area, 508-735-3015 $600/Month 2 Bedroom with 1-1/2 Hardwoods, Plenty Of Southbridge No Pets. First/Last & Security Split-Level Ranch. 4 or [email protected] First, Last & Security Bath, Living Room, Large Storage! Parking Off-Street. DON’T MISS THIS ONE! Sturbridge 508-304-3141 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths. Kitchen, Laundry Room Pay Heat & Electric. Oversized, Luxurious, $675/Month Two Bedroom Apartment. Large Family Room. North Brookfield First Floor Apartment, 508-829-5853 Heat Included. Washer & Everything New. With New Appliances, First/Last & Security West Brookfield And Door To Back Porch. $750/Month 4 Room, Second Floor, One Bedroom. Fireplace, Dryer & Trash Removal Located On One Acre Hardwood, Whirlpool Southbridge 1 and 2 bedrooms, walk to With Beach Rights To Call Cliff 508-476-1700 Stove & Refrigerator, Included. beautiful town common. REDUCED Washer/Dryer Hookups, Tub. Fully Applianced Three Bedroom Apartment $925/month Bungee Lake. $79,900 Many Cabinets. Heat/Hot Stove, refrigerator, Asking $259,900 Enclosed Back Porch. For Rent. First/Last & Security dishwasher, washer/dryer 508-868-4662 Douglas First & Last, No Pets. Water Included. Private $750/Month Call For An Appointment Possible Lease Option Yard, Secured Building hookups, nice yard. Call 508-320-2175 New Three Bedroom, $650/Month Recently Remodeled. 508-347-5124 $595-$750/month plus Second Floor Apartment. Many Extras. No Pets. Washer/Dryer Mobile Home Write To: 774-230-0680 utilities. No pets. First and Washer/Dryer Hookups. PO Box 100 Hookups. Section 8 OK. Uxbridge last. 546 CEMETERY LOTS For Sale $950/Month North Brookfield, MA 01535 First & Security Required. One bedroom apartment with Call (508)868-5911 or In Sturbridge Retirement First & Security Call 508-949-0630 loft, stove and refrigerator (508)867-2398 Cemetery Lot Co-Operative. Available March 1st Southbridge included. $650 per month 44x23, 5 Rooms, 1 1/2 Baths SOUTHBRIDGE plus utilities. First and last. For Sale 508-476-2699 FIRST MONTH’S Worcester County Memorial (1068 sq.ft. Gross Living RENT FREE Southbridge Also have garage for rent for Whitinsville Area). Air Conditioning, BRAND NEW Three bedroom first floor, Park, Paxton, MA. Clean Four Room $100/month. 1, 2 or 3 bedroom Garden Of Heritage II, 609B, Corner Lot, 2 Sheds. Douglas APARTMENTS! de-leaded, remodeled, stove, apartments. Large rooms, For Appointment Two Bedroom. Apartment, Third Floor. off-street parking, Call 2 Lots (1 & 2) (508)278-6319 with appliances. Off-street $1500 For Both 508-347-9370 New Appliances, 2 Bedrooms/$775. One Year Lease & washer/dryer hookups, parking. No pets. Dishwasher. Quiet, Private References Required. limited/restricted Call 508-347-3884 Available now. No utilities included. Leave Message If No Answer Country Road. No Traffic. Stove, refrigerator and Last & Security storage. First, last and First/Last & References Retiring? $800 Plus Electric. $575/month security deposits. Section 8 Call (508)476-7856 Think Of A Mobile Home dishwasher included. Webster In A Beautiful Park In No Smoking, No Dogs. Secure building. welcome. References and Cemetery Lots Call (508)476-1722 Call 508-765-0386 credit check. No pets, 510 Sturbridge. Off-street parking. Weekdays 9:30a-5:30p no utilities. NORTH VILLAGE Two Bedrooms, One And COMMERCIAL/BUSINESS for Sale NO Pets. To Apply $850.00 per month. Worcester County Memorial One Half Bath, Deck, Patio, Dudley Call (508)765-5852 No Pets, No Waterbeds Call (508)637-1074 2 bedroom units Chase Mill Park-Paxton, MA New Roof, New Windows, 1 Bedroom Apartment, starting at $760!! 2 Lots (#408A) available in And Many Updates. Updated Building, Complex the beautiful Garden of Valor seerealtor.com Extra-Large, Clean, Southbridge Southbridge Heat and hot water (Formerly Ethan Allen) II. $5,000 for both. $89,500 Appliances, Private Back *Southbridge* Four Bedroom, Second Floor. Two Bedroom Located In Dudley, MA Call (508)987-0531 508-347-8791 Yard, Great Neighborhood, Large Eat-In Kitchen, Near Apartments. Well is included. Maintained, Indoor/Outdoor Space Across From Park, Walk Beautiful area near Police Station & Route 169. Available For Immediate To Town. town central/post-of- $900/Month Plus Utilities Convenient Locations. Must income qualify. Sturbridge First, Last, Security. Section 8 OK From $600 Lease For Storage, CEMETERY $99,900 fice, large, peaceful Section 8 Vouchers Light Industrial, References Required 2-bedroom home on Call Tim Or Cara Call For More Details (Park Share Included) $525 508-347-5175 508-769-2500 Accepted. Manufacturing, Office. LOTS: Charming, Move-In Ready. private street, Call Today For Info Chris 978-906-1461 appliances Two in the Fully Applianced, C/A, Open Please call 774-280-6026 Garden of Valor Floor Plan. Two Bedrooms, w/dishwasher, oil-heat, Southbridge Southbridge: (508)987-1595 at Worcester Memorial One Large Bath. Dudley fire-place, porch facing Four bedrooms, 7 rooms, Large 1 bedroom modern. OPEN NOW!!! Park in Paxton. Maintenance Free. Shaded. Cute & Clean 1 Bedroom, brook, nice yard, on/off 1 bath, 2 living rooms, big Wall to wall, appliances Tri-State Speedway $1500/best offer. Monthly Fee $180. 3rd Floor Apartment. street parking. kitchen. second floor. included, coin-op laundry, no Indoor Go-Kart & Please call Includes Taxes, Cable Close To Major Routes. Webster Please call Brand new building. pets, lease and security. Amusement Center 508-885-5133 TV And More! Porch, Stove, Refrigerator. Off-street parking, $575 and up, utilities not 18 Mechanic Street Why Rent? Off-Street Parking, (508)579-4809 Section 8 OK, deleaded, included. Furnished Studio Apartment. 860-315-7122 Nice Yard. laundry facilities, Call (508)764-2866 Shared Bathroom. With Spencer Cemetery Plots at $550/Month www.geocities.com/ gregnmargo/home convenient location. All Utilities, Laundry, Office Space 508-943-2670 $950/month Spencer Off-Street Parking. Bright & Spacious Rooms In Worcester County Sturbridge Call (617)645-2811 1 Bedroom Renovated $125/Weekly Beautiful, Historic Victorian. Memorial Park Mobile Home 55+ Dudley Southbridge Apartment. Near Bus Route. For Rental Application Centrally Located On Route in Heritage I. 2 lots. $1200. 1 Bedroom, Ideal 1 Bedroom Third Floor $550 Call 508-943-9452 9. Ample Parking. Great Call (508)987-6180 Location, Close To For Rent Apartment. Stove & Southbridge No Smoking/Pets, Off-Street Location. Variety Of Everything. New Floors, Two Bedroom Refrigerator, Private High Street Parking. Coin-Op On Site. Webster Floorplans Available. 2 Bedroom, Very Nice, Carpets, Paint, Windows, Apartments. Parking. No Smoking/Pets Inexpensive To Heat. 4 Rooms, 2 Bedroom. Call 508-735-4335 Cemetery Plots Shower, Cabinets & $650 $475 Per Month Quiet And Clean, First/Last, Security & Includes Heat, Hot Water, Worcester County Memorial Utilities Not Included. $675 Per Month. Background Check Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher Prime First Floor Park, Paxton; 2 Person, Counters. Newer Furnace, Three Bedroom One Year Lease. Security Call (508)764-3743 Call (508)885-9307 & Disposal. Parking, Yard, Office/Retail Space Garden Of Faith. A/C & More. Apartments Deposit & Credit Check or (774)696-4567 Some Pets, No Dogs. Appx. 1000 Sq.Ft. $1400 OBO (For Both) Washer/Dryer. $700-$900 508-248-3743 Available Now. Available March 1st Currently Sells For $2100 $37,500 Southbridge Spencer $750 per month. Direct From WCMP. 508-347-7027 Please Call Incredible, Spacious, In Grafton Common, 508-943-1685 Clean, Bright, Sunny Call (508)333-8090 Grafton Please Call Southbridge Second Floor, Two Two Bedroom. Appliances, Bedroom Apartment. Call 508-839-6026 508-892-1679 Sturbridge Retirement 12 Cohasse Street Heat, Hot Water, Trash Community Hardwoods, Appliances, Removal Included. Nice Dudley Small One Bedroom, Second Webster Sturbridge Completely Rebuilt In 2002. Porches, W/D Hookups, Yard, Off-Street Parking, One Bedroom Apartments Garden of Prayer Neat & Clean Third Floor Floor. Includes Stove and Off-Street Parking. Commercial/Office Space 3 lots, side by side, buy two New Floors, Walls, Doors, Two Bedroom Apartment. Refrigerator. Coin-Op Laundry. For Rent. Central Location, For Rent In The Heart Of The $725/Month Plus Utilities No Smoking for $2000 and get the third Windows, Kitchen Cabinets, Off-Street Parking. $500 per month. Gas Heat. Off-Street Parking Business District. Bathroom. Carpeting On All First & Security Required. $750/Month & Trash Removal Included. free. Choice ground. No Pets/Smoking. First & Last Required. No Pets From $425 To $795 Per Worcester county memorial Floors Except Kitchen & Credit & Reference Check. Utilities Not Included. First/Last & Security First & Security Deposit Month. 508-410-7004 508-889-6079 park, Paxton MA. Bath. New Vinyl Siding. $625/month Call 508-248-1899 508-943-7560 ext 11 508-248-0847 508-735-9639 508-943-6706 Call (508)234-7116 6 ☎ TOWN-TO-TOWN CLASSIFIEDS ☎ A STONEBRIDGE PRESS PUBLICATION ☎ February, 18, 2009

550 MOBILE HOMES 565 ROOMS FOR RENT 575 VACATION RENTALS 575 VACATION RENTALS 575 VACATION RENTALS Spencer YOU WON’T Year Round Rooms Available Professionally Managed. Cape Cod Florida WELLS, MAINE or Winter Historic Building. Common Kitchen/Living Areas. Summer Rental Disney Area Village By the Sea Home Security Deposit & References Required. All the comforts of 2 bedroom/2 bath condo. This 1475 sq. ft. 2 Please Call George 6 Room House home, with the bedroom 2 full bath, fully 508-791-3224 attractions nearby. Pool complex, with furnished, like new home EOH West Yarmouth inside and out, is in a 2 Bedroom, jacuzzi and exercise room, 2 bath condo. FIND beautiful 55 and older LOCAL NEWS, ONLINE One Minute walk to Ocean outdoor pool, in-unit laundry, gated community. It’s Sleeps 6, located in Fort Pierce, FL., beach. All amenities. Full kitchen, pool, A/C, cable. YOUR LOCAL PIZZA PLACE just minutes from beaches 24/7. $950.00 per week. tennis and more! Daily Rate $80-$90 and great fishing. Many WINTER SPECIAL ON JUST ANY SEARCH ENGINE. other extras. $79,900. AVAILABLE Call 617-797-4665 or $50/NIGHT! Call For Details All local. All the time. Make an offer. WHEN YOU ARE. 617-698-0638 (508)429-7568 All local. All the time. TheHeartOfMassachusetts.com Call (508)779-0311 TheHeartOfMassachusetts.com 508-885-4078

Truck Rails 1953 Ford 720 CLASSICS 1985 Fire-Engine 1998 Ford 2002 Lincoln LS 2008 Pontiac G5 Chrome Tube For 8’ Bed 2-Door Sedan Red Mazda RX7 Contour LX Black/Tan, Leather, 40k, Brand New! Low Mileage. 700 AUTOMOTIVE Great Condition 1995 Toyota Supra Fully Loaded, Chrome 2-Door Coupe, Mild Custom, $11,000 1.1L Rotary Engine. Blue. Reliable, Runs Great, Midnight Blue. $95 For Set Twin-Turbo, Stock, 6-Speed. Mint Condition. 133k. Good Tires, Rims/Grill/Rocker 705 AUTO ACCESSORIES Original. 60k, Recent Brake Job. Panels/Pillars, Bought For $18,000 GM Chrome 1955 Oldsmobile Black-On-Black, Leather, Single Owner, 54k Miles. Sell For $14,500 Always Garaged, No Rust, $1700 Or Best Offer Brand New Snow Tires, 774-230-4485 4 Cooper Weather Slotted Wheels 4-Door Two-Owner Car. 508-892-9212 Extra Set Of 18” Chrome 15”, 5-Lug Bolt Pattern Original, $10,000 $50,000 FIRM Sunroof. Master S/T Tires Runs Beautifully. Rims with Tires. New For Full-Size GM. 1999 Audi A4 1.8T Brakes Corvette 1988 Steel Belted, 205/65 R15 1973 Pontiac $5000 Excellent Condition. New Like New $150 $200 Set Of 4 1975 Ford Flatbed 82k Miles. 19” Chrome $1600 Trans-Am 508-845-9237 Wheels, Body Kit, Custom Sharp Car! Mint! T-Top, Tires & Interior. 4 Cooper Weather 454 Complete 4-Speed, With 455cu. White, $13,500 obo Over $11k Invested. Burgundy Interior, Original, Paint, Plus Many Extras. Master S/T Snow GM Block 1953 Ford 3/4 Ton 1992 Dodge Asking $9,800 774-289-9074 Asking $7500 OBO Groove Tires With Fuel Injection Matching Numbers. 90k. Pickup $50,000 FIRM Stealth or best offer 1-508-943-1128 225/55 R17 $1200 Solid, Needs Restoration, Red, Mint Condition. 2003 Ford 1-508-341-3164 Like New $200 $2500 508-344-2660 (508)717-9244 508-259-8805 $6500 OBO Mustang GT Wanted 508-867-2560 Collection MUST BE SOLD! 508-347-3613 1999 Buick Park With 22k Miles, Custom Evenings 978-760-3453 Antique Black Old Camaros Used Auto Parts 1992 Ford Escort Exhaust, Pro 5.0 Shifter, 1967-1969 including parts, Ave Ebiach Lowering Springs. A-1 Condition 91 day Guarantee. Large 1973 Green Jaguar Runs Great, 92k Miles. Loaded, like new, leather, pieces in any condition. Will inventory of engines, $1200 122K miles. $4500. Clean Car, Mint Condition. consider other models. transmissions, tires & glass. 1972 XJ6. Body, paint and 4 new Yokohama VW Beetle chrome nearly perfect, New 860-942-0464 Call (508)752-8683 Garaged In Winter. Call (860)633-0869 Excellent service. Free parts Recent Engine, $14,000 OBO High Speed Rain locating service. Michelin pin stripe tires and Good Tires many spare parts. 1993 Buick 1999 Ford 508-864-9692 732 SPORTS UTILITY Tires Amherst-Oakham Auto Best Offer Best Reasonable Offer. 508-764-1401 195-50-R15/82V on mint 5 LeSabre Sedan Mustang 2001 Chevy Call (800)992-0441 or 413-245-3530 Call Tom (Spencer) Bolt American Racing (508)799-9969 Good Shape, Runs Well. 6-Cylinder Automatic, 94k 2003 Ford Wheels. Fits Accord, Sentra, (774)745-0173 $950 FIRM Miles, White. Power Seats, Blazer LT Camry, Corolla, Miata, Neon 720 CLASSICS 1985 Buick Please Call Mike Windows, Locks & Steering. Mustang Mach 1 Second Owner, 6-Cylinder, and many more. Corvette 774-253-8502 Very Good Condition. Electronic Shift-on-The-Fly 4 Riviera Azure Blue with Black Wheel Drive. Very Clean, Call Tom ask if they will fit 1984 Firebird SE 1978 Anniversary $4995 leather. 18K miles, like brand your car. Must Sell My Beautiful, Black T-Top, 57k Miles. Call 508-764-4570 Runs Great, Needs Nothing! H06, air, auto locks doors & Restored Pride & Joy! 1993 Cadillac new. Couple after 94k Miles, 22MPG. Best Reasonable Offer windows. Cast wheels, New Exhaust, Starter, Etc. market parts. $17,500. Spencer 135k Original Miles. Pretty $5500 OBO Fleetwood 1999 Ford Ranger Asking $6000 Chapman. Best offer. Blue With Black Landau Call (508)987-8486 508-864-3846 774-745-0173 Call (617)872-3230 Roof. Plush Interior. 508-713-3513 Florida car. 46k miles, Extended Cab Pickup regular gas; 17-18 in city V6, 4.0L 2004 Chevrolet Mechanically Good. 725 AUTOMOBILES 2003 Dodge Third Row $2500 OBO 27-28 highway. Fully loaded, 131,780 Miles. Recent Monte Carlo LS 1987 Chevy Light Blue with Light Tuneup, Tires, Brakes. Durango Bench Seat 508-476-1721 $500 Police Blue leather interior. $6200. Runs Well. Black/Grey, Excellent For Ford Expedition Monte Carlo LS $3500 Condition, 43k Miles. ABS, A/C, Alloy, AWD, Impounds! Call (508)832-3029 or 7 P.Seats, H.Seats, (Eddie Bauer) Light Blue, 2-door hard-top, 1989 BMW 325i (508)272-3433 (Book Value $6000+) $9500 Tan Leather, Excellent 5.0 V8 automatic, perfect Cars/Trucks From $500! 860-923-1848 508-987-1350 R/Boards, Fully Loaded, Condition. velour interior, 1-owner, Red convertible new black For listings 1993 Volvo 240GL New Tires. 95k Miles, Fits Model Years ‘97-’02 120K miles. Bought new at top new transmission, 800-559-4138 ext. 3468 1999 Mercury 2004 Chrysler 4x4, 4.7L. $7000 OBO $150 Diamond Chevrolet. Very automatic, runs perfect, 4-Door Sedan, 132k Call Rick At 860-935-0039 good condition, $5500. Call (413)245-4587 Miles. Runs Fine. No Cougar Town & Country 508-245-5715 runs great. $2500. Rust. CD, Automatic. 92k, V6, 5 Speed, All One Owner, 23,500 Miles. Or Rob 508-764-0626 (508)347-9386 $2300 OBO Options. College Black Custom Paint, Fully 508-867-6023 Forces Sale Loaded, Perfect Condition 2004 Jeep $3800 OBO $18,000 Or Best Offer Liberty Sport 1994 Dodge Call Call 508-764-3723 Silver, 49k Miles. Intrepid 508-476-3907 2005 Chrysler Excellent Condition. 86k Miles, Needs 508-335-1283 CD/AM/FM Radio. Transmission Work. Pacifica Asking $14,200 AWD, 138k Miles, Mostly Good Body, Strong 2000 Dodge 774-364-1133 Engine, Good Tires. Highway. New Tires, Great Caravan Family Car, Well Maintained. Or After 5pm Nice Car 56,000 miles, excellent $6500 OBO 508-886-7184 Asking $700 OBO condition. Non-smoker, Photos Available Ask For Linda Call Before 8pm am/fm/cd, recent tires. Call Bill & Andrea 508-892-4434 Asking $3900. 860-377-0396 740 MOTORCYCLES 1983 Lincoln Town 860-928-1064 1994 Ford Taurus Car 100th Anniversary Only $500! Good Deal! 20,000 miles, estate car. 2006 Mustang 2003 Harley For Listings Excellent condition. Always Convertible 800-559-4138 xL273 Davidson garaged. $3900 or best offer. Silver, 44,500 Miles, 883 Hugger, 12k Miles. (508)317-7092 Excellent Condition. Includes Harley Hard Leather 1995 Geo Prizm $11,500 Bags, Dual Seat, Extra 110K miles, Red, 4 door 2001 PT Cruiser 860-916-8247 Chrome, Luggage Rack, sedan, recently, Cover, & Windshield. reconditioned, new starter, Limited Silver w/ Leather, Loaded 2006 Scion XB $5500 runs great. Still In New Condition! 508-943-3004 Moving must sell quick!! One Owner Has 19k Miles On It. Carries $2500 or best offer. A Loved Car!!! Platinum Warranty, Good Call (508)341-4434 or Low Price Reflects 114k, Until 2012, Or 70k Miles. All 1987 Yamaha (860)857-4168 New Timing Belt, and Options, 35-40MPG, XV535 Motorcycle Extensive Tune-up Burgundy Exterior. 59,920 Miles, New Battery, 1996 Mercury REDUCED Excellent Inside/Out. Owner’s Manual, Service Grand Marquis $12,800 Manual Included. $5700 508-943-5954 $900 OBO Blue Hill Edition (508)476-3715 Loaded, White w/ Blue 2006 Volkswagen Call Robert Interior, 90k Miles 2001 Subaru 508-987-5167 $2,995 obo Jetta Forrester Black, fully loaded, leather, 5 1994 Harley 1992 Chevy Standard, Recent Brakes, disc CD changer, heated Davidson A/C, Roof Racks. Looks seats & mirrors, sunroof, Corsica & Runs Great. front, side & rear air bags. Dyna Wide Glide. 19K miles, Blue, 119k Miles, $5,500 OBO $14,900. good shape, extra lights, Good Condition 508-987-3244 Call (508)949-6914 extra chrome, forward 6 Cylinder Automatic controls. $7500. $1,195 obo 2002 BMW 325ci 2007 Dodge Call (508)864-3198 (508)615-5959 Convertible Charger SXT 1994 Honda Excellent Condition. Only 1,400 Miles, Pearl-Coat CBR 600 1997 Olds Regency 38,883 Miles. Automatic Red, Grey Interior. 3.5L V6, Transmission With Sports Lots Of Toys. NO Bank Lien Excellent Condition, 24k Nice solid driver 105K Miles. White & Black. highway miles, loaded with Shift Mode. Grey Leather $19,595 OBO Heated Seats. Car Is Loaded. Must See! New Chain & Tire. moonroof, needs nothing. $2800 OBO Asking $3500. Harmon-Kardon Sound Sharon 774-287-2031 System, Premium 508-765-9266 Call (860)974-3022 Wheels, Etc. $19,999 Contact Josh 508-885-7085

BRAND NEW BRAND 2008 FORD MUSTANG SHELBY GT NEW 2008 FORD F150 Example #3594MS Example #3854T PRESIDENTS’ PRESIDENTS’ SALE PRICE SALE PRICE MSRP ...... $42,995 MSRP...... $22,104 Millbury Ford Discount ...... $3,953 $ * Millbury Ford Discount...... $767 $ * Factory Rebate...... $4,500 34,542 Rebate ...... $5,500 15,837

BRAND 2009 FORD FOCUS 2009 FORD FLEX NEW Example #3875FS BRAND Example #3851X NEW PRESIDENTS’ PRESIDENTS’ MSRP ...... $16,875 SALE PRICE MSRP ...... $29,390 SALE PRICE Millbury Ford Discount ...... $880 $ * Millbury Ford Discount ...... $2,395 $ * Factory Rebate...... $3,000 12,495 Factory Rebate...... $3,000 22,995 Factory Conquest Rebate ...... $500 Factory Conquest Rebate ...... $1,000 * Focus, F150 and Flex must finance w/FMCC on approved credit. Taxes, Title. doc fees and reg not included. Offer expires 2/28/09. See salesperson for details. Conquest Rebate customers must own non-Ford Lincoln Mercury vehicle.

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740 MOTORCYCLES 740 MOTORCYCLES 750 CAMPERS/TRAILERS 750 CAMPERS/TRAILERS 750 CAMPERS/TRAILERS 760 VANS/TRUCKS 715 AUTO SERVICES 715 AUTO SERVICES 1998 Harley 2005 Suzuki C50 1989 24’ Terry 2001 24 ft. Travel 2006 Keystone 1994 Chevy 3/4 Davidson Boulevard Cruiser Travel Trailer Camper Trailer Sprinter Travel Ton Black/Grey, 300 Miles, Excellent Condition, New 350 V8, 2WD, excellent D&M 1200 Sportster 15,500 miles, All works, call for details! Trailer excellent condition, Mint! Battery, Tires, & More. 31 Feet, New Tires, Well condition, 190k miles, new $4899 Receiver & Sway Bars Call from 8am-7:30pm. tires, recent brakes and Towing & Recycling registered, many extras! Best time to call Maintained, Slide-Out, $7000 or BO Included. Must See To Awning, Ladder. Sleeps 6. tuneup. $3000. 508-885-9892 4pm-7:30pm Call (774)272-1192 Paying $100 CASH 508-764-8754 508-753-5529 Appreciate. Dual Cam Hitch, TV, AC/Heat. (508)867-6124 $17,500 For Your Junk & Unwanted Vehicles $3400 or best offer. SEASON ENDING SPECIAL! 508-885-6215 508-943-8240 1994 Chevy Fully Licensed & Insured 2000 Harley 2006 Harley $5,500 or best offer Davidson 1990 Ford 350 35’ Park Model Lumina Van Cars, Trucks and Farm Equipment Wanted Davidson XL883 2001 Fleetwood 6 cylinder, 7 seats. Original Call D&M Towing 508-887-3645 Custom Sportster XL883C Class-C Camper Trailer owner, good brakes and White with saddle bags. 50k Miles, Twin Beds In Elkhorn Truck Fully equipped, furnished tires. 230,000 miles but still Pearl Blue, Screaming Eagle, runs great. $800. TOLL-FREE 1-877-820-2TOW Carb/Pipes, Forward Pegs, 2,091 miles. $6000. Also Rear. Sleeps 6, Very Good with 10’x35’ attached Harley helmet, jacket and Camper enclosed room. Heated, A/C, Call (508)278-0138 Inquire at: www.dmtow.com Drag Bars, Fat Boy Back Rim, Condition. Roof Air, Like new, used only a few 21” Spoked Front Rim. Lots gloves for sale. Furnace, Generator, Fully friendly neighbors, large Call (508)949-0621 times. Fits 6’ truck bed. field, family activities, access 1994 Dodge Of Chrome Added, 1,493 Self-Contained. Queen, sleeps 4, all Miles, Flawless. to new built in pool, Caravan 2007 Suzuki With Tow Dolly. amenities, asking $8,700. inexpensive comfortable 760 VANS/TRUCKS 765 HEAVY EQUIPMENT Asking $5800 Ready To Go Must see! Truck also High Mileage, Runs Good. 860-792-1168 living, located in Woodstock Boulevard 1500cc $10,900 available. CT. Park open April-Oct. New Snow Tires. 2001 Dodge Two-Tone (Red/Black), DG Call (508)892-8861 $40,000 includes lot. 2009 $500 508-347-3262 508-254-0152 Dakota 2002 Harley Big Straight Pipes, Gel Seat assessment and the R.E. Tax 1980 Ford 555 XL & Stock Seat. Cobra EFI 1990 Nomad (508)278-7616 or 4 Wheel Drive, Extended Programmer, K&N Filter. 2001 1994 Ford F150 Tractor Backhoe XLH 883 Sportster In Campground (508)450-0689 Cab One Owner, Mint 9500 Miles, Crash Bars, Extra Chrome Pieces Added. “Woodland Park” XLT 4x4 Xtracab Condition. Fully Loaded! New motor in 1995, many Highway Pegs, Saddle Bags, Only 1800 Miles Sleeps 6, Screen & Rain new hoses, pins, bushings. Room On Deck, New Beautiful Custom Design, Camper/RV Bedliner & Cover, Remote Runs good. Asking $10,000. Passenger Pegs & Pillion, $7500 OBO Pickup Start, 12 Disc CD, Custom Grips. 508-892-1550 Plastic Shed, 3-Burner 40’ Park Model Trailer. 2001 Coachhouse Looks Good, Runs Call (508)764-2101 Excellent Condition Gas Grill, Deck Funriture, Sliding Glass Door 52k Miles, Completely Visors, Steps, Electric Entrance, Full Bath, Excellent! V8, PW, Windows/Locks/Mirrors, Looks & Runs Great. 2008 Honda Or Towable With P/Jack. Self-Contained Camper PL, Cruise, 5-Speed, 3 Slide-Outs, Sleeps 8 Van. Shower, Toilet, Full Rear Seat. Asking $4500 Save $1000 PLUS! Many Extras Central Air Cold A/C. 860-617-7335 Only 90 Miles! Best Offer! Sink, Stove, Generator, $9000 obo CAT D8H Winter Insulation Package Auxiliary Batteries, $2,900 OBO (508)757-5211 Rebel CMX250C 413-433-1479 Paid $47,000 New. and MORE! 2003 Honda Bulldozer 2003 Honda $2899 Asking $29,995 OBO Asking $27,000 508-987-6313 1994 Winnebago 617-524-6220 TRX250 EX ATV Cable Blade - Power Shift CRF-150 34’ Adventurer MUST SELL! Runs Great! Looks Great! Runs Good Hardly Used! 745 RECREATIONAL Rear Queen With 2007 Chevy 2002 12x40 Park $22,000 $2100 OBO 2003 Chevy $12,000 Paid $3200 VEHICLES Aveo-5 Tow Vehicle With (508)765-8848 (860)928-3477 Asking $1800 Firm Model RV 860-634-0581 Venture Blue Ox Tow Bar. 75K miles, in very good (508)987-0557 1998 Kawasaki $35,000 (like brand new) on beautiful lot in campground can be 1996 Ford E-250 condition. Asking $6000 or 750 Xi Sport Jetski 508-987-5836 Coleman Niagra best offer. used for a full 6 months (15 3/4 Ton Heavy Duty, John Deere 450C 2003 Kawasaki Two seater, new battery and 1997 24’ April-15 October every year) Pop-Up Call Tatyana, recently serviced. Excellent Lot paid for until 2097. Great Condition! Heat, Extended Utility Van. (508)949-6082 6-Way Blade. Pins, Bushings, KX65 condition. Includes trailer Dutchman Pop-Up $48,000 Inside/Outside Stoves, 75k Miles On Engine, Rollers, Sprockets All In One Owner, Runs Great, and cover. $2500 or best Call Don (508)344-9499 Slide-Out Dinette, 186k Original Miles. Excellent Shape. Engine Has New Sprockets and Chain. offer. Call (508)234-0252 Camper Refrigerator, Inside/Outside Well Maintained. A/C, 2003 Dodge Been Rebuilt. Great Deal For Son has outgrown it. Model 1007 2002 Citation Shower, Toilet, Lots Of Tool Shelves. Great For Ram 1500 $8500 $1600 OBO 2004 90cc Polaris Sleeps 6 Storage. Sleeps 6-8. Floor Coverings! 508-476-7250 Great Condition. Heat, $2100 Extended cab, 4.7L, 4WD, 31Ft. Travel Asking $8000 runs excellent, bed liner. Call 508-764-1515 Predator ATV Refrigerator, Stove, Etc. 508-248-5620 Call Mike or (Cell) 508-450-6458 Excellent Condition, Trailer $8100. $2700 508-269-2420 Call (508)347-7832 Aftermarket Lights, Brand 413-537-0619 $13,999. One owner, kept on Waterfront Michigan 2004 Harley New Battery, New Tires, site, nice camper, includes 1996 Isuzu Oasis Electric And Kick Start And 1998 Lance back ladder, spare tire, Lot With 2003 Ford Payloader & Davidson Ultra Runs Like New. Garage Kept. awning, electric jack, sleeps 32 Foot 2004 RV Mini-van Comes With Kids Racing Windstar Backhoe Model 75 Classic Squire 9800 6, lots of storage, huge On 1 1/2 Mile Lake, In (looks like a Honda Boots & Gloves. bathroom, queen bed, 1 large Beautiful Resort Odyssey). Runs great, very Snowplow 5500 miles, $17000. A $1600 Value Truck Camper Luxury Van slide-out in living room & Campground clean, everything works. 76k Miles. Perfect Condition! Diesel, Runs Good Call (508)943-0242 For $900 FIRM 11’ 3” A/C, electric jacks, 3 dinette area. Pictures on Kelly Blue Book says $4100, burner stove/oven, sleeps 5, $39,999 Records Up To Date. “A REAL MUST SEE”, www.breezybendrv.com 508-989-8165 but will sell for $3700. This Is A Must See At Also: Moving, Must Sell! 30 gallon propane tank, Call (508)892-8690 2004 Honda VTX generator ready. Full dry Call (508)987-1519 for $5595 Gravely Tractor Call Randy more details 760 VANS/TRUCKS 508-943-5954 1300 Retro 508-765-5097 bath, solar panel, 2 awnings, 1997 Dodge And Parts Pristine condition, Candy double sinks. $7200. Call Mike (508)949-9174 2002 Featherlite 1985 Ford F-600 Caravan Call (508)347-7300 Apple Red, many chrome 2005 Kawasaki Good Condition 2003 Isuzu NPU extras, less than 2000 miles, 250 Bayou ATV 2 Horse Trailer Box Truck Asking $1300 OBO $7500 firm. Free mini bike Extra high and wide. Rear low miles, runs good, needs 16 ft Box Truck Less than 30 hours use, mint 2000 Kropf 40’ 774-289-1321 with purchase. load, front unload, like new. some new brake lines. $1000 V8 automatic transmission, 767 VEHICLES WANTED Call David, condition/needs nothing. Park Model Asking $9500. or best offer. power steering, power (508)234-0631 Paid $3200, asking $2200 or 1997 Dodge brakes. Runs great, very best offer. With 39’x10’ enclosed all Call (508)868-2502 Call (508)922-3936 aluminum sun room with Dakota Sport 4x4 clean, 10 ft loading ramp. Call (508)867-8434 after windows and doors. Ready Power everything, 122K $10,000. 5:30pm 2003 Trail- 1986 Chevrolet Call (774)230-1437 2004 XL 883 to move in! Can be C-20 Pickup miles, looks good, runs 2006 Suzuki dismantled to move. Many good. Rhino spray on $ Harley extras. $24,000. Cruiser Nice Flat Bed, Cab Painted bedliner. LTZ 400 Call 727-457-2491 26’, queen bunk house, light 4 Years Ago (Red), No Asking $4000. 2003 Silverado ROSS RECYCLING White/Blue, Max Of 20 Hours weight, stereo, micro, A/C, Rust, 155k Miles. Call (508)867-3741 Davidson heat, 6 gallon hot water, 2500 HD We Pay More!! 3400 miles, lots of On Bike. Upgrades Include 2000 Sunnybrook Runs Strong. Crew cab, 6.0, auto, 4x4, Full Yoshimara Exhaust, tub/shower. $8000 firm. 1997 F150 upgrades, mint RV Call (508)579-8141 $2300 grey, loaded, leather, All Scrap Metals, condition, handles Stage II Jetted, Skid Plates, Asking $14,000 4x2, third door, six tonneau, chrome step, tow Cars, Trucks Nerf Bars, DG Bumper, 30’, Excellent Condition. 413-245-6130 passenger, V6, 116K, A/C, package, excellent condition. great. $7200 or best Reverse. Transferable 2005 Fleetwood 508-981-6400 6-CD changer, power Batteries, offer. Won’t last long! Circular Shower, Solid Wood Call (978)697-0706 Warranty. Table & Chairs, Couch Bed. PaceArrow 37A windows/locks, tow Copper Wire, Call (508)347-8969 Serious Inquiries Only! Call 702-493-8704 1988 F-250 package, runs great, one $3800 FIRM Motorhome 2WD, automatic transmis- owner, always maintained, all “California” Appliances... Call 774-230-4350 2000 Winnebago 18K miles, loaded, no sion, 300 cubic inch fuel in- recent brakework done, very 2005 Aquila 250 pets/smokers. Two slide jection, 6 cyl, 75K miles, no clean, some rust, 1967 F-250 64 Tucker Hill Rd. 750 CAMPERS/TRAILERS Chieftain outs, tv’s A/C’s & furnaces. body rot, runs excellent, dependable. $4500. Service Truck Putnam, CT 06260 Cruiser Model 35U Electric awning & levelers, $1075. (508)277-7829 356 miles, showroom 1988 Skamper workhorse 8.1L Vortec w/5 with lumbertack. New condition, bike can be seen 40k Miles, Loaded, Many Call (508)779-0216 engine, 6x6x10’ (enclosed). 860-928-7165 Pop-Up Camper Extras. No Pets/Smoking. speed, lots of extras. (774)633-0661 1998 Nissan at 364 Main Street, Oxford. Low $90’s. 2-3 Motorcycle Trailer $2700. Asking $1500 Must See! Frontier Pickup Haulmark 2006 Harley Well-kept, Immaculate. Call (508)885-4727 1989 Chevy 1500 “Dyna” Street Bob, Black Call (774)280-2630 Asking $55,000 4 cylinder auto, bedliner, Garaged 10 Years And Used 508-269-1710 Short bed Z71 off road. cherry, 2000 miles. High-top Mini Infrequently. Sleeps 6. Vinyl 2006 Camp $1500 or best offer. $4700. 12 foot, pungo 120, kayak Pull-Outs In Excellent Motor Home Call (774)280-2480 Call (508)499-6748 with paddle, vest. Wheelchair 2005 Honda VT750 Condition, Galley-Style Out Truck Cap (951)522-0573 Kitchen With Stove, Sink, For Sale Truck Cap Van Needed Shadow Spirit Gray, 6ft with sliding front 1996 Town & In excellent running Mint Condition, Low And Icebox. Furnace And 1998 Rexhall Rexair , window & side windows & White Fiberglass, With AC/DC Power Converter Chevy 454. locking back window. Used 2 Country LXI Van Sliding Windows, Tinted Truck Cap condition with fully Mileage, Always Garaged. Looks New, Leather & 240k Miles, Recent Sticker Glass, Cargo Rack. automatic wheel chair lift Pearl Blue/Metallic Silver With Battery, Spare Tire months, brand new. Stored For 1999 Dodge Pickup And Carrier. Oak Interior. in heated garage. Fits Ford & Tires. Needs Exhaust. 4 Years Old, Fits ‘97-’03 (Short-Bed) and closing doors. Flame, Chrome Backrest. Sacrifice For $900 OBO F-150 Extended Cab (6’ Bed). Moving, Must Sell! Truck Super Cab. $1100. $700 obo Please leave message Asking $4500 OBO 508-476-1767 $14,000 Firm Call 508-943-3812 Asking $500 (508)764-2807 Call 860-792-0506 Call 860-974-2499 (508)729-9177 Or 508-259-9403 508-736-3114 508-892-0526 8 ☎ TOWN-TO-TOWN CLASSIFIEDS ☎ A STONEBRIDGE PRESS PUBLICATION ☎ February, 18, 2009 Where Have All the Minivans Gone? Dodge Grand Caravan a Great Family Vehicle BY KEITH GRIFFIN drag race, but I never felt like I was lacking for power – even when Want to hear something sad? making some quick lane changes This year marks the 25th anniver- in Queens. Fuel economy was sary of the minivan. Want to hear decent for the amount of people something even sadder? In spite of moved at 17-mpg city and 25-mpg what appears to be schoolyard highway. parking lots full of minivans, their There are other features I like sales have become anemic. about minivan. The Grand Until recently, minivan sales Caravan, for example, has Stow ‘n used to be about one million annu- Go seating that turns your mini- ally. This past year, Chrysler, van into a cargo van with the flip of which has been the absolute gold a couple of levers. Even without standard in minivans, sold about the seats folded, there is a deep 230,000 of the people movers. well behind the third row that is I’m not naïve. I know what hap- perfect for stowing groceries pened to the minivan. The car com- upright. panies did too good a job market- The Stow ’n Go seating and stor- ing them as mom mobiles. Now, age system is still an industry The 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan has suffered anemic sales (as have all minivans) most women won’t be caught dead exclusive available only on because manufacturers have been too successful in their marketing. driving one. Not that they’re Chrysler and Dodge minivans. mare to use on a cold morning. know you’re going to be able to against being moms, it’s just that These are the only minivans to Unfortunately, I was driving a deal and get behind the wheel for a they don’t want to be pegged as offer fold-in-the-floor second-row rental fleet version of the Grand lot less. A fully loaded minivan is moms when they’re cracking the seating (without the need to Caravan. It has two pieces of safety going to run about $28,235. glass ceiling. remove the seats) and fold-in-the- technology I would have liked to The Grand Caravan is not quite Most men I know, though, would floor third-row seats. By the way, sample: blind spot monitoring and as luxurious as the Toyota Sienna be perfectly content driving a mini- I’m not a fan of Swivel ‘n Go. It rear cross path. The all-new Blind (a great driving minivan) or the van. Actually, I own a Mazda5, basically allows you to turn the Spot Monitoring System detects a Honda Odyssey but it is a lot less which is considered a mini-mini- seats so they can face each other. It possible unseen vehicle when money without great sacrifices in van, of all things. (The reasons my sounds good in concept until you changing lanes. About three years comfort. wife were against a minivan were realize only kids can face each ago I drove an RV with side view (Questions and comments about the school she teaches at has a other. cameras that saved me from send- this review and other automotive bunch in the parking lot and they There’s another thing I continue ing a car into oblivion. Blind spot concerns can be e-mailed to used- were too big for her to drive.) to love about minivans – sliding monitoring does something simi- [email protected]. All queries Why do other fathers like me doors. I’ve heard more than a few lar. are answered.) enjoy minivans? They’re pretty people lament their absence on The Rear Cross Path System aids darn practical – a lot more than their SUVs (after owning a mini- the driver any time the vehicle is VITAL STATISTICS most SUVs. That point was driven van). It’s the single best invention in reverse and warns if any traffic Wheelbase: 121.1 inches home when we rented a Dodge ever when parking in a tight space. is moving toward the vehicle. This Length: 202.5 inches Caravan to take a daytrip to New I also like them when parking on a comes in particularly handy in Width: 76.9 inches York with five adults and two kids, snow-lined street. No need to slam parking lots when backing out of a Height: 68.9 inches ages 1 and 4. It was the perfect the back door (ever so gently, of space. Both systems use dual ultra- Curb weight: 4321 lbs. vehicle to pull it off. course) against the snow bank. wideband radar sensors that notify Engine: 3.3-liter, V-6 As I drove the Caravan roughly Another thing I enjoyed about the driver via an audible chime Horsepower: 175 hp 250 miles that day, I was struck by the Grand Caravan was the LATCH and a visible icon on outside mir- Torque: 205 lb. ft. how capable the engine was. It system for children’s car seats rors. EPA estimated mpg city/high- came with a 3.3-liter Flex Fuel doesn’t seem to be an afterthought. Another thing to like about the way: 17/25 Vehicle (FFV) V-6 engine that is It’s almost as if the seats were actu- minivan is its pricing. For seven Base price: $24,230 mated to a four-speed transaxle ally designed around the latches passengers, with comfortable As-tested price: $24,230 that produces 175 horsepower at that hold the seats snugly in place. cargo space, the price is only Also consider: Toyota Sienna, 5,000 rpm and 205 lb.-ft. of torque at Deeply recessed latches are more $24,230, but in this economy, you Honda Odyssey 4,000 rpm. It’s never going to win a aesthetically pleasing, but a night-