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Reopening plans, concerns discussed NEWS, 2 By Cara McCarthy South Hadley ATM Correspondent warrant finalized SOUTH HADLEY - The “Even though masks South Hadley Selectboard ad- dressed several topics related are going away, to the lowering of COVID-19 restrictions after Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker announced COVID is still here.” the statewide mask mandate will be lifted May 29 and the state of emergency will end June 15 at its May 18 meeting. South Hadley Health Direc- tor Sharon Hart presented the latest COVID-19 case numbers and stressed the importance of OPINION, 4 getting a vaccine. Selectboard Vice-chair Sarah Farewell Etelman raised concerns over the Recreation Department end- South Hadley ing its mask mandate for youth sports. Selectboard Member Andrea Miles and Vice-chair Etelman asked Town Administrator Mi- chael Sullivan when the Select- Photo by Melina Bourdeau board will be expected to resume South Hadley Town Hall continues to be closed to the public, but Town Administrator Mike Sullivan is in-person meetings and if the working on a reopening plan for the municipal building. board should start having that conversation. COVID-19 Numbers and week, according to Selectboard “Even though masks are going Cooley Dickinson Hospital and Vaccines Chair Jeff Cyr. away, COVID is still here.” Baystate Franklin Medical Cen- Health Director Hart report- She added, “As of May 29, Hart said if anyone needs as- ter. ed the town of South Hadley business restrictions related to sistance receiving a COVID-19 “I went on through Baystate had eight confirmed cases of COVID will be rescinded. And vaccine to reach out to her. [Franklin Medical Center] and BUSINESS, 7 COVID-19 and 28 contact traces as of June 15, the state of emer- Selectboard Member Miles this past week. Double the num- gency will be over.” said she has seen how easy it is Additionally, Hart stressed, to get a vaccine appointment at Please see COVID, page 6 Adam Quenneville ber of cases from the previous Roofing & Siding earns recognition Granby School Annual Town Election draws 13% turnout Committee Beaulieu beats hosts budget Chojnacki in overview Selectboard race By Melina Bourdeau By Melina Bourdeau Staff writer Staff writer GRANBY – The Annual GRANBY – The Gran- Town Election drew 604 voters by School Committee held to the polls on Monday to elect a public forum on the fiscal Planning Board, Selectboard and SPORTS, 10 year 2022 budget on Tuesday other elected officials, according to provide insight into the to the unofficial results published Tigers outduel $10.4 million budget. by the Granby Town Clerk, During the presentation, Kathy Kelly-Regan. Knights under Granby Public Schools Direc- Of the two candidates for Se- the lights tor of Business Adam Tarqui- lectboard, Richard Beaulieu won ni provided the latest version the seat with 374 votes to Ste- of the budget is $10.4 million phen Chojnacki’s 205. The posi- which was adjusted to include tion has a three-year term. Rick Beaulieu was elected as a Nita Abbott won a seat on the cuts that were made by the There were two candidates new member of the Selectboard Planning Board with 316 votes schools. for the Board of Assessors, which on Monday. in the Annual Town Election. Reviewing the revenue has a three-year term. for the school department, Dakota Richards won the po- there is a projected $1.77 mil- sition with 294 votes to candidate Incumbent Lynn Snopek Donald Lindsay won a seat lion which is down from last James Healy’s 286. Mercier won reelection as the on the Housing Authority, which year’s revenue of $1.82 mil- Richards also ran for a seat on town moderator. The position has a five-year term. Lindsay re- lion. the Planning Board, which has a has a three-year term. Mercier ceived 441 votes. The projected deficit is five-year term. Candidate Nita received 498 votes. Incumbent Jennifer Bartosz $450,000 as of Tuesday. Abbott won the seat with 316 Nicole Menard won the posi- and Jill Pelletier won positions “We made some changes, votes to Richards’ 265 votes. tions as Town Collector with 501 on the School Committee. They it was up to $720,000 and we The remaining races were un- votes. The position has a three- received 402 votes and 414 votes, were tasked to try to reduce contested. year term. respectively. The seats have a some of operating budget to Lee Lalonde won reelection Incumbent Steven Nally won three-year term. Hopkins comes reduce the deficit. We have to the Board of Health, which has reelection as Town Treasurer back against a three-year term. He received with 462 votes. The position has Please see BUDGET, page 9 491 votes. a three-year term. Please see RESULTS, page 7 South Hadley Page 2 TOWN Reminder May 21, 2021

Input sought for South Hadley ATM warrant finalized appointment of By Melina Bourdeau new Planning Staff writer and Conservation SOUTH HADLEY – The Director Selectboard finalized the Annu- al Town Meeting warrant at its SOUTH HADLEY – recent meeting on Monday with Long-time Director of Plan- a unanimous vote, with plans ning and Conservation, Rich- to have a COVID-19 cautious ard Harris, has announced his meeting like last year’s. retirement after decades of The planning has begun in service to the Town of South full for the June 9 Annual Town Hadley. Meeting to be held “drive-in” The Planning Board and style at St Theresa’s Church at 4 the Town’s Human Resourc- East Parkview. es Department will be work- There will also be a review of ing together in the search articles and Appropriation Hear- and eventual appointment of ing on financial articles on the a new Planning and Conser- warrant will be held via Zoom vation Director. As this is a May 25 at 6 p.m. vitally important job to the There will be porta-potties, a overall functions of the Town, hand wash station and a seating Archive photo The Annual Town Meeting will be held on June 9 at St. Theresa’s Church much like it was last year. the Planning Board wishes to area (for those who wish to get reach out to members of the out of their cars) to the venue South Hadley community to with dual microphones available There will also be an eight- which Sullivan considers “very amount of public discussion. We understand what skills and at- as well. foot by 20-foot digital screen impressive.” replaced it with two items on tributes the community wish- “However, the most interest- that will be able to show the war- “I also think we were blessed the capital budget,” said Sulli- es to see in the new appointee. ing advance will be the addition rant articles in the front of the this year in a reduction in health van. “One at the high school to To help guide the search, of hand-held tabulators for vot- town meeting. insurance premiums, that cer- replace the dishwasher, which is the Planning Board asks you, ing on articles (if approved by The warrant has 20 articles tainly helped us,” Sullivan said. something that has been on capi- “What interview questions town meeting members),” Sulli- which Town Administrator Mike “We did add about $500,000 to tal for some time for $82,000 and would you like to ask a pro- van wrote in his report. “These Sullivan went over in the meet- the school budget which took up the second one was to start to re- spective candidate for Direc- devices have been used by Town ing. most of our growth. I think that’s place smartboards for $30,000.” tor of Planning and Conserva- Meetings in Massachusetts and “For the most part the war- a wise investment.” An allocation of $200,000 is tion?” elsewhere for well over a de- rant will contain some annually There will no longer be an proposed to go to the capital sta- A questionnaire has been cade. They have been proven required articles, financial arti- item for a deputy town adminis- bilization and $200,000 to stabi- posted at https://docs.google. to be more accurate, more effi- cles including the FY 22 budget, trator, there will be a director of lization as well. com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfF- cient, and once in place there is River Lodge Road acceptance human resources. “Even after those expendi- 0BU7dq4aMpnWkzUEKN- no known community who has and an easement article,” Sulli- Following his overview in the tures you’ll have $1.2 million in pSPzKSN1IvyoNcr1jho- gone back to the old way. As a van wrote in his Town Admin- meeting, Selectboard member free cash going into next year,” qwjjnxiKw/viewform to allow ‘belt and suspenders’ approach istrator’s report. “Nothing very Carol Constant asked about the Sullivan said. “It pretty much you to contribute your input. we will have the red/green pad- controversial, but I suspect there removal of a capital item related was going into next year you The posted job descrip- dles we used last year on-hand.” will be a ‘return to normal’ Spe- to the swimming pool at the mid- would have about $500,000. So. tion for Director of Plan- cial Town Meeting early in the dle school. you’ll have healthy free cash.” ning and Conservation fall with some articles which will Sullivan said it was removed However, Sullivan mentioned is posted at https://www. deserve hefty public debate.” from the budget after comments he believed the town most likely southhadley.org/Document- DO YOU The town is also making were made at the last Select- won’t have to worry about the fi- Center/View/8474/Direc- OWN strides to invest in future im- board meeting. nancial ramifications of the pan- tor-of-Planning-and-Conser- A TORO? provements on the Mosier “There were concerns if demic until two to three years. vation---As-Posted?bidId=. Need School within existing revenue, that project had an appropriate Service, Parts Count on it. or Accessories? See Us, South Hadley student named NHS west region student of the year Your Toro Master SOUTH HADLEY – Siobhan Project 351 program where a stu- members and the school com- said, “I have been impressed with Service McAllister, from South Hadley dent from each community is se- munity through a “leadership Siobhan’s ability to bring learn- Dealer High School has been selected lected to learn leadership through compass” and “privilege walk” ing to our club this year…bring- by the MSAA as the Massachu- service. Secondly, McAllister exercise where everyone was ing people together as a com- setts National Honor Society completed the National Outdoor encouraged to express their own munity. Despite the uncertainty West Region Student of the Year Leadership School program. style of leadership. Some lessons of the year, she showed a great for 2021. “Both these experiences pre- learned were: “A realization that commitment to the NHS club.” “McAllister exemplifies the pared her for serving as Presi- we all come from different back- “I hope with these skills and BOYDEN & very best of the tenets of the dent of her school’s NHS chapter grounds,” “There is more to peo- these new experiences, people PERRON, INC. National Honor Society,” wrote during the challenge of a pan- ple than what we see,” and “It’s have a new mindset about how 41 So. Whitney St., Amherst Larry Murphy, MSAA assistant demic,” Murphy wrote. “The crucial to be non-judgmental and to approach different situations,” director and liaison to NHS com- result was her organization and to always have an open mind.” McAllister said. 413-253-7358 mittee in a press release. implementation of events that “Great lessons to share espe- “Perfectly said and modeled Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8-5:30 She has demonstrated her were designed to promote equal- cially during these challenging by this future outstanding lead- Wed. til 7pm; Sat. 8-4 desire to lead by participating ity throughout the whole school.” times,” wrote Murphy. er,” Murphy wrote. www.boydenandperron.com in two programs. The first is the She led her fellow NHS NHS Adviser, Heidi Ragno

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RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL May 21, 2021 TOWN Reminder Page 3 Selectboard makes TA search Rocky’s owner agrees committee appointment to noise mitigation By Melina Bourdeau the board would have appointed another Staff writer member, they wanted to keep the com- By Walter Hamilton mercial plaza, including the former Big Y mittee the same size it was in the previous Correspondent supermarket, pre-dated the condominium SOUTH HADLEY – As one of the search process. complex that itself was built on commer- steps in restarting the Town Administrator Candidates for the community member SOUTH HADLEY – Plans for a new cially-zoned land under a special permit search, the Selectboard appointed a new position included Eileen Sullivan, Jeffrey Rocky’s Hardware store won Planning that allowed its residential use. community member to the Town Adminis- Millard, Marilyn Ishler, Wayne Gass and Board approval after its owner pledged he Board members conducted a lengthy trator Search Committee. Linda Young. would match “dollar for dollar” improve- review of the height, location and con- The Selectboard received six candi- Gass, who is a retired administrative ments that would minimize noise issues struction of a fence, acknowledging they dates for the community member position corporate vice president and executive raised by residents of a neighboring con- lack expertise in sound mitigation. on the committee. manager, said he was interested in serving. dominium complex. The fence placement was moved back Renee Sweeney was appointed to the “I have been on a search committee and “We want to do what’s right for the and forth several times inside an area to position. hired a lot of people. Many of whom do a community,” Rocco Falcone, the hardware the rear of the new store after concerns Sweeney said she was interested in lot of the jobs this person would have to do chain’s owner, told the board on May 10. were raised of its possible role in shel- serving on the committee due to the re- or be responsible for,” he said. The board unanimously approved the tering “illicit activities.” That area abuts sponsibilities and power of the Town Ad- He added the previous committee did site and stormwater plans for the new a portion of the condominium complex ministrator. the work of reaching out to the community store after representatives of the com- where trees and shrubs would be planted. She previously ran for a Selectboard to gather the skills and experience desired pany agreed to increase the height of a “If you can see the source of the noise, seat and currently serves at the director of in the town administrator. 100-foot-long fence to eight feet and re- you will hear it,” said member Joanna advancement services at Hampshire Col- “The problem is the that we have not locate it closer to a delivery and dumpster Brown, who noted research that found a lege. been successful in finding a candidate,” he area to mitigate noise generated by trucks small reduction in decibels translates into “We are about to get a new town ad- said. “I assume there is a mechanism to servicing the new store. a much larger difference, “like the differ- ministrator and it seems like a good thing have my e-mail put on the website to re- The new store and the existing com- ence between the noise of an old dish- to get interested in. I was bummed the ceive any questions or comments.” mercial plaza, including a Dunkin Donuts washer and the hum of a refrigerator” in searched failed last time, but I am happy Miles nominated Sweeney and Cyr drive-through, abuts Stony Brook Vil- what noise the neighbors hear. we’re going to take another crack at it,” nominated Gass. lage, a condominium complex. Residents The board agreed to locate the fence Sweeney said. The board appointed Sweeney to the complained during public hearings about as close as possible to the loading docks Selectboard member Andrea Miles search committee with a four to one vote, idling and backup-beeping trucks, deliver- and dumpsters. asked how Sweeney would reach out to the with Cyr in opposition. ies and dumpster removal noise. Falcone made his offer of negotiating community. Last month, a Screening Committee The approval of the plan was condi- with the condominium association to ar- “I am interested in how the town ad- identified four finalists to fill the position tioned on adoption on a set of operational rive at a consensus, but reserved his sup- ministrator would want to communicate that will be vacated by Town Administrator standards that would set in writing allow- port for any design until he could consult information out to people who aren’t al- Mike Sullivan, who was originally set to able hours of operation and trash collec- with experts from fencing companies. He ready plugged into government and how retire on June 30. tion. also noted the value of his original plans they would want to make information In the days that followed, all but one fi- “We are amenable to a decision that to remove asphalt- paving and replace that widespread and as someone who would be nalist withdrew from consideration and the specifically sets hours of operation. We with landscaping that includes sound-ab- a conduit into the process I would solicit Selectboard decided to relaunch its search. would have a document to turn to,” said sorbing trees and shrubs. peoples’ opinions via social media, con- Bernard Lynch, founder/principal of Jessica Allen, a consultant for R. Levesque The plan also requires a five-foot para- tact my neighbors,” said Sweeney. “People Community Paradigm Associates, LLC, a Associates. pet on the roof of the new store that would may not know we’re doing this again so I consulting firm designed to assist munici- Any agreement would be enforced by block from view on all sides, of mechan- would start conversations I had during my palities in the search of candidates, is com- the town’s building commissioner. ical apparatus such as air conditioning, Selectboard campaign.” mitted to helping South Hadley identify The fence design and location would from neighbors. Selectboard Chair Jeff Cyr said while more candidates. also require approval by the District 1 Allen said inclusion of charging sta- Fire Department. The agreement would tions for electric vehicles “could be a pos- also require inclusion on the plaza’s deed sibility” in the future, but a rooftop solar of an operation and maintenance plan for array “does not appear viable” because the Send Us Your Photos! the existing stormwater runoff detention one-story store would be overshadowed basin. by a four-store housing development ap- [email protected] The board was reminded that the com- proved for an adjacent site.

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GUEST COLUMN Opinion Farewell A QUOTE South Hadley, of NOTE alton Zbierski We are about to here. As you get a new town may have heard D “administrator and by now, I will no longer be writing for the Town it seems like a Reminder, as I have ac- good thing to get cepted another position interested in. with Turley Publica- I was bummed the tions. searched failed last I am penning this time, but I am letter to thank the com- happy we’re going munity for the way in which it has so graciously received me over the to take another past two-and-a-half-years. crack at it. As a Connecticut kid, I never stepped foot in Renee Sweeney said South Hadley before I covered my first story in in the story “Selectboard” town back in 2018. makes TA search committee As I leave in 2021, South Hadley has earned appointment.” a spot in my heart as one of the most special communities I’ve ever felt a part of. From covering the work done by Mary Lou OPINION PAGE/ Guarnera, and her team at the Neighbors Help- ing Neighbors Food Pantry, to my weekly phone LETTERS POLICY calls with Town Administrator Mike Sullivan, Letters to the Editor there is so much that I will miss about South have a maximum of 350 Hadley. LETTER TO THE EDITOR words. We require writers To the members of law enforcement and fire to include their name, ad- services that so graciously welcomed me into dress and phone number in your facilities, I am indebted to you. Join the vigils for racial justice order for our office to au- To the South Hadley & Granby Chamber thenticate authorship prior of Commerce, especially Michelle and Steven, At 10 a.m. on May 29, Center Church tively challenge the simple world view that to publication. Addresses and phone numbers are not ‘Business After 5’ functions are some of the will be holding a brief liturgy on our front we are so often told to embrace - that we are published. most enjoyable events that a journalist can cover. lawn, remembering people of color who the land of equal opportunity and everyone Unsigned or anony- I’d be remiss not to mention the Council on were killed while simply going about their can succeed with a little pulling up of the mous letters will NOT be Aging. To Leslie, Ann, Lisa and the rest of the daily activities, such as driving, jogging, bootstraps - and to really see the system published. wonderful staff, the work that you do is truly talking on their phones - things white people that white privilege has built that keeps so We reserve the right to amazing and critical. tend to do without drawing particular atten- many from being treated according to their edit or withhold any sub- To the members of the School Committee tion. We will follow this service with a vigil inherent dignity as members of the human missions. Libelous, un- and Selectboard, I appreciate your availability for racial justice, as we have every Saturday family. The legacy of white supremacy runs substantiated allegations, and professionalism, even if my articles weren’t for the past year. We began the vigils, and deep in our nation, and the trauma of racism personal attacks or defa- always your favorite. invited the greater community to participate and oppression reverberates for generations. mation of character are not To the members of Know Your Town, it has with us, out of our collective horror at the What can we do when faced with an issue allowed. Deadline for sub- been a pleasure; I appreciate your trust in me to missions is Wednesday at video footage of the slow and agonizing of such enormity? We can start simply by noon. moderate Candidates’ Night. murder of George Floyd. But as the year acknowledging the problem and joining in Please email (preferred) To everyone else I have encountered during progressed, we gathered to bear witness to the conversation about potential solutions. letters to townreminder@ my time in South Hadley, I thank you for pro- all racial injustices - not just police brutality, We invite you to join us, 10 to 10:30 a.m. on turley.com. Mailed letters viding me with an opportunity to cover your but also sentencing disparities, voter intim- Saturday mornings. can be sent to Town Re- community. idation, educational inequalities, economic minder, 24 Water Street, Thank you and farewell. injustice, casual racism, and on and on. We Rev. Lori Souder Palmer, MA 01069. Dalton Zbierski believe it is crucial for white people to ac- Center Church, UCC, South Hadley

ReminderTOWN A dahlia fetish IN THE hile I always devote a portion of the All are great and long-lasting cut flowers. forget a name over The Town Reminder is published every Friday by Turley vegetable garden to cut flower plots Dahlias have the reputation of being “high the winter months! GARDEN Publications, Inc., 24 Water Wfor the girls and I, last summer in par- maintenance,” probably because they need to be Soil should be eased St., Palmer, Mass. 01069. ticular we really got into picking big, beautiful staked and pinched. They are also prone to in- off the tubers with a Telephone (413) 283-8393, bouquets for the house. One flower that did par- sect and disease problems. None of this should spray of water before Fax (413) 289-1977. ticularly well for us was the dahlia. I had four dissuade you from growing them, however. placing in storage. varieties total in varying sizes and color, and Plant dahlias in full sun in fertile soil amended Choose a location to PATRICK H. TURLEY CEO boy did these add a lot to the vase. I enjoyed sparingly with compost and organic fertilizers. overwinter your tu- harvesting them so much that I invested in a Most tubers are planted about three inches deep bers that maintain 40 KEITH TURLEY sampler pack from Old House Gardens mail or- and one to three feet away from one another, to 50 degrees temps President der company, as well as another couple varieties depending on plant size. Providing enough air and 90% humidity. EDITOR Melina Bourdeau from local growers. I can’t wait to be surprised circulation between plants will help keep dis- These conditions will [email protected] by what is in my sample pack. eases at bay. keep them dormant Roberta McQuaid STAFF WRITER Today was the designated day to plant them. Most gardeners install a stake at planting and healthy until it is Dalton Zbierski I was a little nervous because the soil tempera- time and attach the dahlia to it as it grows, be- time to replant. Many [email protected] tures have only begun to warm up, but I had the ginning when it is a foot tall. Subsequent ties people have good ADVERTISING SALES time so I did it and will pray for the best. Some- are made every 18 inches or so depending on luck using a cold basement or root cellar; small Maureen McGarrett Hall times you just have to do what you have to do! variety. Without the use of stakes, large flowers quantities of tubers can be stored in the crisp- [email protected] Read on to learn about this unique flower. will likely topple in the wind and rain, some- er drawer of the refrigerator. Placing tubers in SPORTS EDITOR Dahlias are not hardy in our area. For that times taking a good portion of the plant with it. damp peat moss, saw dust, shredded leaves or Greg Scibelli reason we wait until the danger of frost has Pinching dahlias is another good practice. even ventilated plastic bags will help to prevent [email protected] passed to plant them. They can be started from When the plant has three sets of leaves gen- shriveling. Be sure to check on your tubers ev- SOCIAL MEDIA seeds but most are grown from tubers of a tly remove its growth tip. This will encourage ery couple of weeks throughout the offseason. named variety that was purchased from a nurs- more branching and inevitably more flowers. Should you see shriveling, mist them with clean ery or mail order company. According to one Once blooming starts, it is important to cut water and re-dampen the medium in which they @ Town Reminder source, there are some 50,000 named dahlia va- away spent blooms on a regular basis; tubers were placed. If you see mold, bring down the WEB rieties! Flowers can vary in size from mignon will grow stronger because of it. Dahlias thrive temperature and humidity level. www.townreminder.turley.com singles that are a mere 2 inches across to AA on sufficient moisture, especially since they are Some dahlias like to get a jump-start on the size which grow over 10 inches wide. shallow rooted. Furnish them with one inch per season by prestarting dahlias indoors. We have Plant heights vary as well, ranging from six week during active growth. As the growing sea- done this occasionally at Old Sturbridge Vil- inches to 20 feet tall! Six different size flowers son draws to a close, hold back on water and any lage, and I am always amazed at just how fast and 14 shapes are possible with colors that ap- supplemental fertilization you have been provid- the plants grow, and how quickly they outgrow www.turley.com pear in nearly every shade except for true blue. ing. This will give the tubers a chance to harden their pots and become leggy. If you attempt it, Small varieties make especially good bedding off before they are removed from the ground. four weeks prior to the last spring frost would Turley Publications, Inc. cannot assume liability for the loss of plants, mixing well with other annual and pe- Dig up dahlia tubers either just prior to or be soon enough. photographs or other materials rennial garden flowers. Large flowered types soon after frost hits. Leave a small portion of It’s my hope that you will venture into the submitted for publication. are suitable “specimen” plants that stand well stem attached to the tubers; it is a great place land of dahlia growing and love it as much as Materials will not be returned except upon specific request on their own in nearly any gardening situation. to adhere a label. Take it from me, it is easy to I do! when submitted. May 21, 2021 TOWN Reminder Page 5 Cultural Council announces FY2021 grant awards Obituary SOUTH HADLEY – State Represen- and broadcast online thanks to the Cultur- al Council website at: mass-culture.org/ tative Daniel Carey (D-South Hadley) al Council’s funding, including an audio- south-hadley. Peter Landry and State Senator Jo Comerford (D-Am- play by Real Live Theater, a livestream The South Hadley Cultural Council herst) are pleased to join the South Had- performance of the play “Plague Wed- is part of a network of 329 Local Cul- SOUTH HADLEY– Peter S. Landry, ley Cultural Council in announcing that ding,” a recording of the performance of tural Councils (LCCs) serving all 351 63 of Spring Hill, Florida passed away 27 grants totaling $14,650 have been “Musical: The Musical,” and the “Race cities and towns in the Commonwealth. unexpectedly on Feb. 7, 2021 in St. Pete awarded for cultural programs in South And” dance series which highlights the The LCC Program is the largest grass- Beach, Florida. Hadley. dances of the African Diaspora. Educa- roots cultural funding network in the Peter was “I am thrilled for this investment in tional programs have moved online as nation, supporting thousands of commu- born in Holy- telling and exploring our history,” said well, such as the Mosier School’s virtual nity-based projects in the arts, sciences oke, and lived Sen. Comerford, “And I am grateful to aquarium trip and Print Shop Holyoke’s and humanities every year. The state leg- most of his life the South Hadley Cultural Council and “Art At Home” classes. Finally, many ex- islature provides an annual appropriation in South Had- the Massachusetts Cultural Council for citing new projects created especially for to the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a ley. Pete gradu- their partnership to make this funding film or audio have received grants from state agency, which then allocates funds ated from South happen.” the Cultural Council, including the Sis- to each community. Hadley High Rep. Carey added, “After the devas- terStories podcast which presents world The South Hadley Cultural Council’s School where tating year we have all experienced, find- folktales for children; and the Embodied municipally appointed volunteer mem- he played soc- ing joy through art and music has never Leadership Project’s film about Black bers include Alexis Allen, John Anz, Ira cer and earned been more important. Congratulations to women’s leadership. Brezinsky, Jen Ducharme, Paul Lambert several titles. all the grant recipients. I look forward Local history is the focus of several of (chair), Dick Matteson, Alex Ripp, Re- He was a Western Massachusetts, All to continuing to enjoy our local creative this year’s grants, such as the South Had- becca Slitt, Scott St. Pierre, and Robin State, All New England goalie. community, whether through a screen or ley Audio Walk; as well as the Nolumbe- Wagner. Those achievements earned him a four from a distance!” ka Project and Snapshot of a Shapeshifter The South Hadley Cultural Council year scholarship to Brown University, he This past year has been especially dif- which highlight the region’s Indigenous will accept new applications in the fall instead felt the need to serve his country ficult for performing arts organizations, history. “The Caribbean Connection” on for projects taking place in 2022, with where he enlisted in the Air Force and and the Cultural Council is pleased to WGGB explores the ties between our re- a submission deadline of Oct. 15, 2021. served as a Military Police Officer. help local groups adapt to current safety gion and the Caribbean through music, More information is available on the Peter was the owner of Landry Lock needs by funding online events. Valley travel, and migration. state’s Local Cultural Council website at: and Alarm LLC for 40 years. He then Jazz Voices Northampton is offering on- The council has hopes of a safe return mass-culture.org/south-hadley. Details moved to Florida where he continued to line concerts and workshops, as are the to in-person events, such as Music at Cen- about local funding priorities and guide- work in the fire and security alarm field. Arcadia Players, the Youth Performance ter Church and the Children’s Summer lines for 2022 projects and application He enjoyed doing many different activ- Festival, the Hampshire Young People’s Concert Series in Buttery Brook Park. instructions will be posted by Sept. 1. ities. His activities included anywhere Chorus, and Panopera Productions. Live A full list of projects receiving grants from building a piece of furniture to theater performances will be recorded is available on the state’s Local Cultur- building several homes. He has helped his children over the years with many different home renova- tions. In his spare time, he loved building South Hadley Recreation June updates remote control boat models and going to car shows. SOUTH HADLEY – The following This is an eight-week integrative and June 2, 16 and 30; July 14 and 28; Peter loved his family and friends. He are updates from South Hadley Recre- educational youth garden experience. Aug. 11 and 25; Program times: Grade 2 also greatly cherished his grandchildren, ation Department. The program will take place bi-weekly to 6: 4 to 4:45 p.m.; Grade 7-12: 4 to 5:30 and all of their wonderful time spent as at the community garden located at 100 p.m. The program fee: $30 per child. a family. Summer Programs Hadley St and is open to those current- Peter was predeceased by his par- The Recreation Department’s Sum- ly in grades 2 to 12. Features topics in- Summer NFL Flag Football ents, Andre and Mary (Baronowski) mer Program offerings will be added to clude: organic agriculture, pollination, This summer the Recreation Depart- Landry and his brother Joseph Landry. the website as soon as composting, sustainability, farm to table ment will be running NFL Flag Foot- He is survived by his loving wife of 10 they are confirmed. You can see our approach, gardening at home and more! ball for those currently in grades K to 8 years, Jackie Landry, his daughters, Eri- offerings and register at www.southhad- The program will conclude with a Har- (2020-2021 grade year). Divisions will ca Napolitano, Tiffany Mongold, and Va- leyrecreation.org. vest Gathering on Sept. 12. Parent partic- be divided into grades K-2, grades 3-5 nessa Park. He also leaves behind his ipation is allowed and encourage in this and grades 6-8. Teams will meet June 6 beloved grandchildren, Myles, Colby, Youth GRO Community program. for their first practices, time and place Ryan, Savanna and Madison. He is also Garden Program The Youth GRO Community Garden are to be announced. Games will start survived by his two brothers, Richard The South Hadley Recreation De- Program will be instructed by seasoned and late June and run through Aug. 1. Landry and David Landry as well as sev- partment has partnered with the GRO gardeners from the community garden Teams can expect to meet two to three eral nieces and nephews. Community Garden to bring you the as well as GRO President and Registered times a week. He will be deeply missed by his fam- Youth GRO Community Garden Pro- Dietician, Dominique Deslauriers, RD, Register at www.southhadleyrecre- ily, friends, and all who knew him. The gram! LDN. Program Dates: ation.org. The fee is $70 per player. service will be open to family and friends at Beers & Story South Hadley Funeral Home located at 646 Newton St. South Hadley, MA 01075 on Saturday May 29. Mount Holyoke outdoor grounds to reopen to the public The gathering hour is from 3 to 4 p.m. and the service will follow from 4 to 5 p.m. A dinner will follow the service. By Shannon D. Gurek, vice president be allowed. nary test for all of us. We on the Mount In lieu of flowers, Pete would hope for finance and administration and trea- Fishing will again be allowed at the Holyoke campus have missed our long- that you would do an unexpected and surer of Mount Holyoke College, and Upper Lake, off Park Street and behind standing open-gate policy, which has unsolicited act of kindness by paying it South Hadley resident and Marcella the Kendall Sports & Dance Complex. made the campus a vibrant part of the forward to a stranger. We ask that you Runell Hall, vice president for student It is not permitted at the Lower Lake or surrounding community for close to 200 hug a friend or a family member and take life and dean of students at Mount Holy- any other waterways on campus. years. We have missed the joggers, walk- a walk for a moment, an hour or a day. oke College and South Hadley resident. Help us keep our campus beautiful. ers and Frisbee players who enjoyed our Time waits for no one. Please carry out any trash brought to To leave a memory, please visit www. On Saturday, May 29, Mount Holy- campus, including pet waste and fishing Please see MT. HOLYOKE, page 6 beersandstory.com. oke College will reopen its outdoor supplies. grounds to the community. Mount Holyoke students, faculty and Lifting this restriction aligns with staff will continue to display their Col- Governor Baker’s new guidance on lege-issued lanyards to ensure building COVID-19. It is yet another indication access protocols are maintained. Masks of the progress that has been made in will continue to be worn inside buildings countering a pandemic that has taken so when not in private spaces while indi- many lives and wreaked such havoc lo- viduals continue to obtain vaccinations EARLY cally, nationally and internationally. and until further guidance is provided. Naturally, in accordance with state And finally, please be sure to note and federal guidelines and recommend- any signage signaling changes to cam- ed practices, we will move cautiously pus access. DEADLINES forward toward attaining pre-pandemic Speaking of signage: when on cam- levels of openness. For this reason, there pus, please take note of our new ban- In observance of Memorial Day, will be some limits on the reopening of ners. They give voice to our ongoing our campus grounds: commitment to become an anti-racist PUBLIC NOTICES All buildings will continue to be community. They also ensure that visi- closed to the public. tors are aware of our values as they en- EARLY AD DEADLINE While no masks will be needed joy our grounds. Place your public notice while walking or enjoying the campus Here in the Pioneer Valley, this prog- outdoors, masks will still be required ress is a testament to the able leadership no later than NOON at outdoor events for all individuals, re- of public officials and other community gardless of vaccination status. leaders over the past 15 months, as well Outdoor athletic facilities such as as the willingness of Valley residents to Friday, May 28 the track and the tennis courts are un- endure hardships and inconveniences der repair and will not be available this that were unimagined at the start of last – Thank you! summer. year. Only approved campus events will COVID-19 has been an extraordi- Page 6 TOWN Reminder May 21, 2021 South Hadley Police Log SHPD hosts community Compiled by Melina Bourdeau len. They believed they left the vehicle un- [email protected] locked. There are no suspects at this time. Tuesday, April 20 12:08 p.m. – Officers responded to Up- 10 a.m. – Officers responded to an ac- engagement forum Editor’s note: The following are brief per River Rd for a report of a dog bite. cident on Willimansett St and Old Lyman explanations of select entries in the South 3:10 p.m. – A Presley Farm Rd resident Rd involving a single motor vehicle which with its PACE Team Hadley Police log and arrests for the weeks reported malicious damage to a motor ve- rolled over. It was reported there were inju- of April 5 to April 24. The information was hicle. There was a report both of the win- ries. On arrival, officers confirmed the -op SOUTH HADLEY - Residents are provided by Chief Jennifer Gundersen dows of the vehicle were broken. The offi- erator’s identity. An investigation revealed invited to attend a virtual Q and A fo- based on review of the detailed log summa- cers believed the incident was going to be the vehicle ran off the roadway travelled rum with members of the South Hadley ry. This feature is designed to provide con- resolved among two involved parties. The approximately 200 feet before coming to Police Access and Community Engage- text and explanation to some of the calls case referred to the community for restor- rest. During that time, the vehicle struck a ment Team on May 26 at 6:30 p.m. police respond to every day. Mass General ative justice program. light pole, shearing it off at the base. Offi- In this forum the PACE Team hopes Law prohibits the release of names of those 4:19 p.m. – Officers investigated a re- cers cited the Chicopee man for negligent to solicit questions and feedback from arrested for domestic incidents. port of a bomb threat. It was unfounded operation of a motor vehicle, a marked the community about the department and was created by an unidentified indi- lanes violation and speeding greater than to guide the discussion. Have you ever Thursday, April 8 vidual. reasonable. The operator was transported wondered about the training, policies, 4:41 p.m. – Officers took a report from 4:46 p.m. –A Brainerd St resident re- with suspected minor injuries and the ve- or practices of the South Hadley Police staff about an incident of breaking in at the ported people leaving hypodermic needles hicle was towed from the scene. Department? Or have you wondered night time for community self storage. It on their property for the second time in the how officers are hired and supervised, was reported someone broke into one of week. Upon speaking to the resident, the Thursday, April 22 or what de-escalation techniques offi- the storage unit and parts were stolen from officers found open heroin packets mixed 4:57 p.m. – Officers took a report from cers use? If the department has body motor vehicles during the previous eve- in the area with needles. They were se- a Canyon St resident who said there was a cameras? Here is an opportunity to ask ning. There are no suspects at this time. cured and properly disposed. larceny of credit cards stolen few days pri- questions and have them answered by 9:12 p.m. – A Bardwell St resident or. The caller didn’t realize it at the time. members of the PACE Team or provide called reporting someone was knocking Monday, April 12 Days later there was a call from their bank, feedback about the department. on their windows. The individual involved 5:18 p.m. – Officers responded to the reporting suspicious activity in the form of Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pan- appeared to be at the wrong home and was area of Laurie Ave for a report of a rooster a $1,380 worth of charges were not made demic, and to reach as many members trying to get in. found in a bag with its head cut off. Of- by the calling party. The person was un- of the South Hadley community mem- ficers unable to determine the cause of sure where the card was lost. The alleged bers as possible, the forum will be con- Friday, April 9 death. charges occurred in the local area. Further ducted virtually via Zoom and broad- 9:21 p.m. – Officers assisted South Had- investigation is being conducted by the de- cast live on South Hadley Community ley Fire District One on an ambulance call Tuesday, April 13 partment’s detective bureau. Television Channel 15. for a person injured in an ATV accident. 4:22 p.m. – Kerluis Torres, 19, of Selectboard Member Christopher Holyoke was arrested on two warrants and Friday, April 23 Geraghty will moderate the forum, Saturday, April 10 charges of receiving stolen motor vehicle. 4:47 a.m. – Officers responded to the which will be held from 6:30 to 7:45 2:20 p.m. – An employee at the Ledges Officers responded to School St for a report area of Walnut St for a report of an indi- p.m. PACE team members Sgt. Mark Golf Course reported a patron’s vehicle of an individual driving up and down the vidual was who was causing a disturbance Baran, Ofc. Cindy Boyle, Sgt. Jeff was broken into in the parking lot. There street on a dirt bike without a helmet. Upon in the nearby area. Officers responded to Goulet, Det. Feliz Blaney-Perez, Ofc. was a suspect black SUV involved in the their arrival, the officers located a couple multiple calls throughout the evening re- Junior Swaby and Chief Jennifer Gun- incident, but there was no other informa- of individuals in the process of loading a garding this party. Peace was resorted. dersen will be present to answer the tion provided. dirt bike into the back of a U-Haul. Upon 9:15 a.m. – A West Summit St resident submitted questions. 2:05 p.m. – An employee at the Or- investigation and checking of the VIN on reported they believed someone stole their Residents are asked to submit ques- chards Golf Course reported a patron’s ve- the bike, officers discovered the bike was checkbook and stamps from their purse as tions in advance by Monday, May 24 hicle was broken into. The officer obtained stolen out of Holyoke. The individual was they were unable to find them. It was un- here: https://forms.gle/5RmcdFjYac- information that a large black SUV with a identified and it was discovered they had known where the items were lost or stolen TE4Tdv7 FL registration plates was involved. There two warrants in their name. from, and they last time the reporting party Register in advance for the view-on- is no other information at this time. used them was about 10 days prior. There ly forum, here: https://us02web.zoom. Wednesday, April 14 are no known suspects at this time. us/webinar/register/WN_LuYiktLeR- Sunday, April 11 10:22 p.m. – Officers responded to QyxtuELe_9Klw 6:44 a.m. – A Riverboat Village res- Stoney’s Pub for a report of a past assault Saturday, April 24 By registering, you will automati- ident reported damage to their vehicle in and battery incident. Upon arrival, the of- 7:13 a.m. – Officers took a report of a cally be a sent a link to the forum. If the form of words scratches in the paint. ficers spoke with the victim who reported past incident of breaking and entering into you have questions, please contact the There are no known suspects at this time. they didn’t wish to pursuit any kind of a motor vehicle on Bardwell St. The owner Police Chief Jennifer Gundersen’s of- 11:13 a.m. – An individual reported criminal complaint. reported that someone went through their fice by phone at 413-538-5050 ext. falling victim to a scam. They were con- vehicle the evening prior. It was discov- 6301 or by email at gundersenj@south- tacted by phone regarding an alleged Ama- Friday, April 16 ered someone removed credit cards and hadleypolice.org, or contact Select- zon purchase they didn’t make. They were 5:21 p.m. – Officers responded to the identification from the reporting party’s board Member Christopher Geraghty at unable to identify the suspects. Dollar General store for a report of a past wallet. It was determined several purchas- [email protected]. 11:29 a.m. – Officers responded to a shoplifting. The calling party reported es were made in nearby communities using The intent is to offer similar fo- Karen St residence for a report someone a woman put several items into her bag this person’s cards. The matter is under in- rums on a quarterly basis with guest broke in to a vehicle overnight. The victim without paying for them. The suspect was vestigation. moderators helping members of the reported $400 worth of property was sto- identified and will be charged accordingly. department hear from and speak to the South Hadley community. Learn more about the PACE Team here: https:// www.southhadley.org/1075/Police-Ac- COVID from page 1 Concerns In-person Meetings Vice chair Etelman shared concerns she Selectboard Member Miles asked if cess-and-Community-Engagement-P they have you schedule both appoint- and other community members have over the Selectboard should start having a con- ments online right away,” Miles said. the lifting of the mask mandate - specifically versation about holding in-person meet- She added, “A lot of kids in the mid- regarding youth sports. ings. dle school are starting to get vaccinated, “I just want to vocalize in public that I Town Administrator Sullivan said the MOUNT HOLYOKE from page 4 which is great. … There seems to be a lot hear you,” Edelman said. “I happen to agree Selectboard will have 60 days after the splendid lawns and winding paths. At of appointments available.” with you that lifting a mask mandate imme- state of emergency ends to use virtual the same time, we thank our neighbors diately for youth sports is probably a mis- platforms to hold meetings. for honoring our closed campus in re- Reopening take.” Sullivan also said he is hoping there cent months. Selectboard Chair Cyr asked if there She added while she agrees with com- will be changes to the legislation that We also thank South Hadley’s will be any differences in South Hadley’s munity members’ concerns about lifting the will allow the Selectboard to hold hybrid elected officials, municipal employees, reopening process outside of the guide- mask mandate for youth sports it “is not our meetings, but he does not know what that first responders and community leaders lines laid out by Gov. Baker. decision. This is a decision of the Recreation would look like yet. for their leadership in these troubled Town Administrator Michael Sullivan Director and that decision has been made.” Vice-chair Etelman said something months. They have displayed a com- said the Council on Aging has already Town Administrator Sullivan said if they need to make sure is in the legislation monsense approach to dealing with an begun to expand its in-person services in- people don’t feel comfortable taking their is a plan in place to ensure if a member of uncommon challenge. So too do we cluding exercise classes being held with masks off he “encourages” them to keep the board is sick, they can still participate thank all those who have continued to “safe protocols.” wearing it but added it is harder when it in the meeting. work throughout the pandemic to de- “We are expanding the recreation- comes to youth. Selectboard Member Miles said it is liver essential services to the Valley. al offerings while trying to coordinate “It’s always tough with youth because important they figure out what is going From health care workers and teachers the safety protocols with the Board of they are trying to fit in,” Sullivan added. to be asked of everyone because it may to grocery workers and restaurant staff, Health,” Sullivan added. Edelman said the community needs to be affect who might run for Selectboard po- so many of our neighbors have faced Additionally, restaurants may contin- cautious as much as it can and “expect that sitions. down danger every day to help us all ue to serve guests in an outdoor setting, people are going to follow the rules that we “I just want to be very careful about through a year that has taught us one but only until Aug. 6. Sixty days after the [the town] have. that,” Miles said. “Just because it’s [re- vital lesson: We can meet any chal- state of emergency ends. “We are entitled to make those rules in mote meetings] what we’ve been able to lenge if we do it together. Sullivan also announced that the South order to protect our employees. To protect do in an emergency situation, in no way Hadley Town Hall will be opening up to our residents. To protect our properties,” she should it become the norm.” the public and there are discussions tak- added. She added remote meetings are “intru- ing place about how to open the building Chair Cyr said he would “love” if people sive” and “blurs the line” between work safely. were a little more patient with the reopening and personal life. Visit us at He added they plan on being open process. There will be a larger conversation www. for six-to-seven hours three days a week Selectboard Member Christopher Ger- on the agenda for the next meeting about starting July 15. Safety protocols will be aghty said, “We all just have to work togeth- holding in-person Selectboard meetings. turley.com advertised closer to that date. er.” May 21, 2021 TOWN Reminder Page 7 Holyoke Farmers’ Market kicks off this Saturday Business HOLYOKE – The Holyoke vendors! This season the Holy- EBT card, they automatically Farmers’ Market kicks off May oke Farmers’ Market is also have $40 in free farmers’ mar- 22 on Race St, between Apple- welcoming various non-food ket money towards fruits and ton St and Dwight St from 11 vendors such as Terra Pots who vegetables! “Not many people Adam Quenneville Roofing a.m. to 3 p.m. The market will sells plants, Bath Thyme Soap know about HIP, and how when run every Saturday and conclude Shop, Blu Angel Flame who they come to the market they & Siding earns recognition on the Oct. 16. Entrance to the sells Candles, and NA Brews, have free money to spend which market can be found at the inter- who produce non-alcoholic benefits both the local farms and section of Appleton St and Race beverages. Food Trucks will be the customer,” explains Charlie SOUTH HADLEY – Duro- quality, dedication to detail, St. The market will continue to lined up at the market as well, as Henzel, Market Manager. Last Roofing, head- and hard work. closely follow all COVID-19 the market welcomes Mr. ICE, The Holyoke Farmers’ Mar- quartered in Sagi- Congratulations!” regulations and restrictions pre- Mr. Whippey, and Crave Food ket is a collaborative market naw, Michigan, has Duro-Last man- scribed by the Holyoke Board of Truck. between the Holyoke Chamber named Adam Quen- ufactures commer- Health and State. The Market is equipped to of Commerce and the Holyoke neville Roofing & cial custom-fab- Customers can expect to see accept SNAP/EBT as well as Food and Equity Collective. Siding, Inc. of South ricated single-ply a large variety of foods from po- HIP, a statewide program which Through this collaboration, the Hadley as a recipient PVC roofing sys- tatoes, tomatoes, carrots, fruits, offers SNAP participants an market has seen remarkable of the 2020 Master tems. to an array of cheeses and meats automatic rebate when they growth and interest among the Contractor Award. “I am proud to from existing vendors such as purchase fruits and vegetables Holyoke community, with the This announce- be a recipient of the D&R Farm and Atlas Farm, and from participating Massachu- goal of increasing food access ment was made Master Contractor additionally from our 14 new setts farms. If a customer has an in Holyoke. by Mitch Guettler, Award,” said Quen- director of quali- neville. “Duro-Last ty assurance and is a great American warranty services Courtesy photo product and we at Duro-Last. In his Adam Quenneville take the installation letter Guettler said, very seriously. The “This achievement has placed commercial companies that we you in the top 23% of Duro- have worked with are pleased Last contractors, consistently with the quality and durability installing the highest quality of their Duro-Last roofing sys- RESULTS from page 1 roofing systems in 2020.” tems. We look forward to doing In order to achieve this many more.” Incumbent Gordon Landry won reelection as the Com- award, a contractor must have Adam Quenneville Roofing missioner of Burial Grounds with 475 votes. The position installed more than 50,000 & Siding, Inc. will receive a has a three-year term. square feet of Duro-Last roof- plaque and Master Contrac- Three people ran for three available seats as Library ing systems, scored in the tor apparel bearing the Master Trustees, which have a three-year term. Incumbents Janice ‘outstanding’ category on all Contractor logo, plus the rec- Cook and Theresa Laprade as well as Denise Conti won the commercial installations, and ognition of being in the top three seats with 432, 413 and 443 votes respectively. warranted five or more com- 23% of Duro-Last contractors. There was one vacancy for as a Library Trustee for an mercial jobs in 2020. “We are truly honored to unexpired term and Candace Ribero received 24 votes as a “In other words,” said Guet- work with contractors who val- write-in candidate for the position. tler, “a contractor has to work ue quality as much as we do,” its way to be the ‘best of the said Guettler. best’ through commitment to Photo from Spring 2019

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By Kimberly Palmucci living document. We can change them at the town’s unbiased “budget watchdog” tions for the Town,” and almost all the Correspondent will. They are not set in stone once they as suggested by several guiding agencies. bylaw additions were determined and di- are approved.” The Town Clerk section language will rected by the legislation. GRANBY – Granby’s Bylaw Review Among the many changes to the by- feature an added list of responsibilities, Under Public Health and Safety, a nui- Committee has put together a draft doc- laws was the Annual Town Meeting dates, and the Town Treasurer section will ex- sance “noise pollution” bylaw was added ument of changes to the town’s general which, if passed at Town Meeting, will pand the explanation of duties and respon- that restricts power tools and more from bylaws, which were approved for Town change from the second Monday in May sibilities. 10 p.m. to 7 a.m. and includes a long list Meeting. to the second and fourth, if needed, Tues- Drone regulations were added to the of exemptions. The committee was appointed by the days to “help school and state issues,” ac- Regulations of Traffic and Motor Vehicles Also, the list of fees was completed re- Selectboard in 2015 and has met more cording to the Committee. section, as well as language adding zero moved, forum documents state. than 60 times since. The Finance Committee section saw emissions vehicle parking regulations. “If we ever had to change one of [the Members have researched, reviewed, several changes. Currently, the language There were also several changes to the tag fees], it would have to go through a Bylaw reorganized and revised the town’s general states that the Town Administrator de- sales and flea market regulations, includ- change procedure,” the Committee pre- bylaws and recently, the committee held a velops and presents a balanced budget to ing updates to the hours of tag sales, the sented, adding that this is “not very timely public forum to review the bylaws and the the Selectboard, according to forum doc- number per year, and more. or efficient.” major suggested changes. uments, and that the Finance Committee Significant changes were made to the Many more changes were made to the “After years of work we have come up takes and can amend any way they want Animal Control section, according to the bylaws and reviewed during the forum; no with a document that we believe sets us up before Town Meeting. The Bylaw Com- presentation, that adopt new legislation changes were made during the forum. A well for the future,” the committee presen- mittee has suggested changing the Finance related to Animal Control. copy of the draft document is available on tation documents state. “The Bylaws are a Committee’s role to an advisory role as These are “completely new regula- the town website.

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GRANBY – Granby Jr. Sr. High lette, Owen Randall, Autumn Sicard, Aus- Nikolas Misiaszek and Phillip Silchuk. Eleventh Grade High Honors – Ga- School would like to extend congratula- tin Smith, Stewart Szlosek and Makayla Tenth Grade Maximum Honors – briel Arabik, William Burke, Liberty Con- tions to those students who achieved Hon- Trudell. Michael Arabik, Markus Baran, Joshua lin, Casey Funk, Kayla Klekotka, Dylan or Roll for the third quarter of the 2020- Eighth Grade High Honors - Jena Chateauneuf, Patrick French, Rebecca Laramee, Jason Moura, Tyler Sudsbury 2021 school year: Abbott, Nathan Benson, Ethan Fourni- Gavel, Emma Hall, Nolan Hall, Jack Har- and Michael Toth. er, Logan LaPointe, Cameron LeBlanc, tling, Brady Pete, Katherine Vallee and Eleventh Grade Honors – Alexis Seventh Grade Maximum Honors Cody White and Molly Zumbruski. Robert Walsh. Ariza, Connor Asselin, Malcolm Brown, – Kaitlyn Curran, Braeden Gallagher, Eighth Grade Honors – Aiden Tenth Grade High Honors - Eliza- Gianna DiRico, Paige Galusha, Nathan Mylin Laliberte Witaszek, Ava-Elizabeth Beach, Sawyer Clarke, Victor English, Jr., beth Adamites, Madyson Gaj, Logan Gal- Grandmont, Arash Karamshahi, Paige Loughman and Annalise Patterson. Emma Parsons, Addison Prignano, Laci lagher, Alexander Galusha, Olivia Haus- Maziarz, Isaiah Mejias, Madison Seaha, Seventh Grade High Honors – Ben- Sabourin and Maxwell Seymour. child, Paul Lucchesi IV, Hao Pham and Rhaegan Sheehan, Alaina Shippee, Jor- jamin French, Quinn Fuller, Julian Her- Ninth Grade Maximum Honors - Samuel Weatherbee. dyn Sicard and Brandon Wishart. nandez, Maxwell Kennedy, Braydon Ciara Charest, Rhea Gagnon, Nicolas Tenth Grade Honors – Eva Barto- Twelfth Grade Maximum – Kyra LaDuke and Keith Patterson. Grandmont, Peyton Justin, Cindy Kusu- sz, Alexis Bogdanovich, Samuel Braese, Dimitropolis, Gabriel Godard, Kyla Gre- Seventh Grade Honors - Brandon mo, Neil Lindberg, Tia Looney, Corey Griffin Funk, Matthew Gancarz and Lau- nier, Nicolette Nickless, Nicholas Parker, Chatel, Thomas DeWitt, Addison Gard- Rondeau, David Silchuk and Emily Trem- ren Parker. Eric Rakowski, Faith Roy and Emily Val- ner, Noah Rodriguez, Stephen Szlosek, blay. Eleventh Grade Maximum - Alyson lee. Isabella Woods Ninth Grade High Honors – Benja- Barsalou, Joseph Boyington, Nathan C Twelfth Grade High Honors - Dylan Eighth Grade Maximum Honors min Berger, Madison Bombard, Brandie Breault, Dana Chateauneuf, Emily Frank, Holubowich, Aidan Johnson, Nolan Sulli- - Mabel Carillon, Margaret Crawford, Dumais, Jessica Holubowich, Sara Les- Sienna Hill, Ariana Klekotka, Emma Kle- van and Josuet Torres. Cassandra Flaherty, Cole Fuller, Gavin sard, Colin Murdock, Grace Roy and kotka, Nick Lashway, Cooper Looney, Twelfth Grade Honors - Sophia Kennedy, Madison Lacasse, Alexis Lap- Noel Summerlin. Tegan Maclure, Karlie Moriarty, Declan Barker, Zachary Couture, Garrett Cronk, ite, Cheyenne Laramee, Ava McFarland, Ninth Grade Honors - Zachary Au- Otto, Briana Sosa, Raymond Toth, Kris- Dylan Moriarty, Jovany Velez and Rosa- Tristan Moe, Gavin Moreno, Jack Ouel- clair, Kaitlyn Dwinell, Anthony Gregorio, ten Trembley and Gabrielle Walz. lynn Vollbrecht.

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BUDGET from page 1 deficit would include several positions: in FY22, which was $292,308 which has the district especially at the high school,” one administrative assistant at $38,076, been allocated but not awarded. he said. “We’ve come to know there is an done that,” he said. three teacher/instructional positions at Tarquini said the funding will be avail- air ventilation problem in the high school. Tarquini explained where the deficit $168,278 and four paraprofessionals at able on July 1, 2021 and the schools have We should be using the money to fund is coming from for the FY22 preliminary $71,263 for a total of $277,617. until 2023 to use it. those types of things to get kids back into budget, adding that the “big contributors” These listed reductions were not de- “This year (FY22), we are using most a school that is healthy for instruction.” to the deficit are the decrease in the re- scribed as layoffs, but instead, as positions if not all of it to help reduce our operation- There are requirements for the grant, quired local contribution and a decrease in held by individuals who have notified the al budget,” he said. “We added a few posi- one fifth of it or $125,000, needs to be the additional town allocation. district that they will not be returning. tions for next year, not knowing what our spend on enrichment. “Out of our $10.4 million operating With these proposed reductions, the schools will look like in the fall.” “Something that is going to gauge what budget, 75% of that is for salaries, sti- deficit is $450,000, and Tarquini said the There is also ESSER three, which is we lost during the pandemic in terms of pends, some type of personnel costs. The schools will be going to the town “for projected to be around $635,000 and would instruction and bring that back up to where big take away is that the 25% left for sup- some financial help this year.” be eligible to use the funding through Sep- it should be,” Tarquini said. plies or services when we really get into He also described two forms of fund- tember 2024. He said the rest of the ESSER funding those numbers doesn’t leave us a lot of ing are revolving funds which are being The school and Finance Committee de- can be used for “essentially anything, but room when it comes to cuts, to take from used in their entirety. termined the funding wouldn’t be used to we shouldn’t be using it to offset our oper- those discretionary funds,” he said. “We’ve discussed this that we’re using offset the operational budget. ational budget.” The biggest increase in the budget are the full amount of this revenue, in partic- “We should be using that to deal with insurance and employee retirement. ular circuit breaker and school choice to some of the effects of the pandemic within Including supplies, instructional ma- help offset our operational budget which is terials, etc. the schools have $23,500 for not sustainable,” he said. “It’s something East Meadow and $18,000, which Tarqui- that we’re going to have to look at for next ni said “is pennies compared to everything year’s budget process and how we can else.” change the way we’re using that funding.” GGGEEETTT TTTHHHEEE JJJOOOBBB “It’s really difficult to cut from discre- For the FY21 year there were two allot- tionary, supplies and services funds be- ments of CARES Act funding, ESSER one cause we don’t have a lot to work with to and ESSER two, one was $297,968 which begin with,” he said. was used for staffing, PPE supplies and the DDDOOONNNEEE RRRIIIGGGHHHTTT!!! Proposed reductions to help offset the rest for technological needs. The other was With products ranging from • 118 Works of Art log splitters to lawn mowers, • 67 Area Artists DR has what your lawn needs!

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[email protected] @turleysports acebook.com/turleysports SPORTS A TURLEY PUBLICATION ❙ www.turley.com SEND US YOUR SPORTS SUBMISSIONS www.sports.turley.com Rams Tigers outduel Knights under the lights By Tim Peterson and Kelsey Stewart. base hits and scored four runs fall to Sports Correspondent “When the seniors were in from the leadoff spot. South the eighth grade, we received a Hadley junior Kelli Vey, who Mustangs SOUTH HADLEY — South waiver that allowed them to play was a defensive replacement, Hadley varsity softball coach for the junior varsity softball knocked home two runs with a Jess Nelson has known the eight team. A few of them also had THE LONGER THAT I’VE single in the bottom of the sixth. By Tim Peterson seniors on this year’s team since older sisters who played softball BEEN COACHING THE The score was tied 9-9 entering Sports Correspondent they were eighth graders. for me. Every senior class is re- that frame, but the Lady Tigers The Lady Tigers celebrated ally special to me.” VARSITY SOFTBALL wound up scoring seven runs in GRANBY—One of the senior night with a 16-10 victo- It was the Lady Tigers only TEAM, THE MORE their final at-bats of the game. things that first-year Monson ry over rival Holyoke under the home night game of the regular “We were able to stay into boys lacrosse coach Conor bright lights at Beachgrounds season at Beachgrounds Park. EMOTIONAL SENIOR tonight’s game mentally, which Quinn wants his players to do in Park in South Hadley, last Tues- “We normally play a couple NIGHT“ GETS FOR ME.” was a very important thing,” every match is to score 10 goals day, May 11. It was the Lady of night games at this field, but Nelson said. “We just kept bat- before the opposing team. Tigers first win of the regular we’re only playing one night JESS NELSON tling in tonight’s game and were Just like in the season open- season. game at this field this year,” able to score at least one run in ing victory against Granby “The longer that I’ve been Nelson said. “My players real- SOUTH HADLEY each inning.” five days earlier, the Mustangs coaching the varsity softball ly enjoy playing night games in VARSITY SOFTBALL COACH Rainaud, a lefty, was the reached the ten-goal mark first team, the more emotional se- front of their family and friends. winning pitcher for South Had- and coasted to a 19-1 road vic- nior night gets for me,” Nelson It’s more of a stadium like atmo- ley. She allowed 10 runs on 9 tory, last Monday afternoon said. “We’ve traditionally faced sphere here.” “A couple of our former base hits with 5 strikeouts and 5 (May 10). Holyoke on senior night and it South Hadley (1-1) scored at players have played college walks. “One of our goals is to score has turned into a very good ri- least one run in all six innings softball in the past, which is re- The Purple Knights (0-2) ten goals before the other team valry game for us.” that they batted. ally special,” Nelson said. “We also entered the contest looking does in every game that we The eight South Hadley se- Goshea, who’s the Lady Ti- do have a good group of kids on to celebrate their first win in two play,” Quinn said. “Whenever niors, who were honored during gers starting shortstop is plan- this year’s team.” years. we’re able to do that, it usually a pregame ceremony, are Emi- ning to play softball and soccer One of the South Hadley un- “We’re a young team this gives us an edge. It also makes ly Bartusewich, Molly Goshea, at Elms College next year. She derclassmen, who played a key year and we just kept battling it very difficult for the opposing Kate Kretchmar, Belle Mc- only had one base hit on senior role in the victory, was fresh- back throughout the game,” said Callum, Vanessa Plamondon, night, but she reached base a to- man leftfielder Jenna Bobrows- Please see RAMS, page 12 Aisley Poirier, Maddi Rainaud, tal of four times. ki. She had a team-leading three Please see SOFTBALL, page 11

Tyler Evans throws into the cutoff man, Aidan Sullivan.

Pitchers John Sherwood delivers to the plate Photos by Gregory A. Scibelli for the Tigers. Liam Quinn catches an out at first base. Hopkins comes back against South Hadley

SOUTH HADLEY – The Tigers had an early lead, but could not hold in a 6-2 loss to Hopkins Academy last Tuesday afternoon. Grady Provost and Tyler Evans both drove in runs in the first inning before Hopkins put up four runs in the middle innings to take the lead. Hopkins added two in the seventh to ice the game. South Hadley managed just three hits in the game. John Sher- wood pitched six innings, allowing four hits and five runs, two of them earned. Third baseman Jaycob Santiago barehands the ball and Aidan Sullivan backhands a throw at second base. throws to first. The Tigers are now 1-2 this season. May 21, 2021 TOWN Reminder Page 11 Santaniello makes impact in Mutiny’s return

By Tim Peterson loss was during 2018 season. The Muti- Sports Correspondent ny played their home matches at several different fields that season before moving LUDLOW—Most college students into Lusitano Stadium at the start of the will usually chill out for the rest of the day 2019 campaign. after taking a final exam. “This stadium is the best home field in That’s not exactly what Laura Gouvin, our entire league,” said second-year Muti- who lives in Monson, did after taking a ny head coach Jeb Booth. “No other team Spanish final at Boston College last Sat- has the same type of soccer culture that urday afternoon. we do here. It’s a little disappointing that After finishing the last exam of her the concession building wasn’t open yet freshman year, Gouvin drove about 80 because we can’t socialize with the play- miles west on the Mass. Pike. She arrived ers and their families following the match. at historic Lusitano Stadium in Ludlow It’s all about the relationship with me.” about ten minutes prior to the start of the The Mutiny finished the 2019 regular New England Mutiny’s season opening season with an 8-0-2 mark before falling match versus the Boston Scorpions S.C., to the Lancaster Inferno in the U.W.S. who are first-year member of the United Eastern Conference Finals. The Mutiny Women’s Soccer League. players waited more than 670 days be- The Scorpions stunned the Mutiny by fore playing another match because of the scoring a pair of goals during the first ten COVID-19 pandemic. minutes and they held onto the lead for Booth wasn’t very concerned after the next 65 minutes. watching his team fall behind by two Gouvin, who’s a midfielder, assist- goals early in the match. ed on the Mutiny’s first goal of the sea- “I always believe that we will win ev- son which was scored by Agawam na- ery match,” said Booth, who also coaches tive Hope Santaniello, who’s a forward, the Fitchburg State University women’s during the 76th minute. soccer team. “I believe in them as a team A minute later, Melina Couzis, who and as players, so I don’t get nervous was a senior defender on the UConn about things very often.” women’s soccer team this past spring, The Scorpions are coached by Evan netted the equalizer for the Mutiny and Burokas, who was a member of the West- the match ended in a 2-2 draw. ern Mass. Pioneers from 2012-2019. He Hope Santaniello, of Agawam, scored in Lauren Berman looks to switch up her “Even though I only played a couple also played for the Western Mass Profes- the season opener for the Mutiny. feet. of games for the Mutiny in 2019, I really sional team in 2015. love being a member of this soccer club,” “None of my players had ever played There are a couple of other connec- Ela Kopec, who was starting goalie for said Gouvin. “This stadium is very close a soccer match at this stadium before to- tions between the Scorpions and the Mu- the Ludlow girls’ varsity soccer team last to my hometown and I’m really looking night,” Burokas said. “I told them what tiny. fall, replaced Murphy. forward to playing a full season with the this stadium represents to the communi- Booth has coached several of the Scor- During the 76th minute, Santaniello, Mutiny this year.” ty and what it means to play here. It was pions ENCL regional teams for more than who’ll be a member of the U.R.I. wom- Gouvin and several of her teammates very special for me to have my team here ten years. en’s soccer team in the fall, received a have never lost a regular season match for the first time. We did take an early 2-0 Lauren Berman, who’s currently a pass from Gouvin and put a shot into the while wearing a Mutiny uniform. The lead, but we knew it was going to be a Mutiny midfielder, played for the Scorpi- net. last time they suffered a regular season tough game. They just kept pressing us.” ons youth teams from U-8 to U-18. Just “I saw that Laura had the ball, but I like Gouvin, Berman played college soc- didn’t really know if she was going to cer at Boston College. She also played for make a pass or take a shot,” Santaniello a professional soccer club in Hungary for said. “She made the pass to me and I just two seasons and is currently the soccer poked it into the net with my toe. It felt operations coordinator for the women’s great after scoring that goal.” soccer team at Harvard University. After stealing a pass from a defender, The Scorpions took a 1-0 lead when Couzis scored the tying goal a minute lat- forward Kristi Vierra lofted a shot from er. the left side of the box into the upper right Kopec, who’ll be a freshman member corner over the head of Mutiny goalkeep- of the Villanova women’s soccer team in er Caitlin Murphy. the fall, made an outstanding diving save, Then forward Meg Hughes scored a which kept the score tied. breakaway goal giving the Scorpions a “Caitlyn played well, and our plan 2-0 advantage seven minutes into the sea- was to change goalies in the second half,” son opener. Booth said. “Ela also played very well. Another Monson resident listed on She has good hands and has the potential this year’s Mutiny roster is midfielder to be an outstanding goalkeeper.” Lily Fabian, who’s a first-year member of The other local players listed on the the team. Fabian, who plays college soc- Mutiny gameday roster were Trystin cer at UMass-Lowell, took the Mutiny’s Burger (Granby), Jocelyn Trajkovski first shot on goal that was saved by Scor- (Ludlow), and Lydia Kinsman (South- pion’s goalie Kayla Thompson, who was wick). replaced at the start of the second half by The Mutiny will be looking to cele- Skylar Kuzmich. brate their first victory of the season when The Mutiny also changed goalies they host the Connecticut Rush at 7p.m. during the second half. on Saturday night.

Photos by David Henry www.sweetdogphotos.com Ludlow’s Ela Kopec kicks the ball away.

with two base hits and she scored a pair SOFTBALL from page 10 EARLY of runs. first-year Holyoke head coach Josh Du- Sophomore third baseman Jenialis puis. “We did get a little bit tired in the Camacho and junior second baseman De- late innings and they took advantage of it. sirae Darkwah also contributed two hits DEADLINES We’re looking forward to playing South apiece for the visiting team. Hadley a couple of more times this sea- Holyoke, who were trailing 4-3 en- In observance of Memorial Day, son.” tering the top of the third inning, scored The seniors listed on the Holyoke var- three runs in that frame and took a 7-4 there will be an sity softball roster are Keliah Thomas, lead. Two of the Purple Knights runs EARLY AD DEADLINE Nisha Tabin, Sam Authier, and Nathalie- crossed the plate on a flair single into malee Vazquez. shallow right field by Camacho. To advertise, Junior right-hander Alysha Izquierdo, The Lady Tigers, who scored single who was the losing pitcher, didn’t receive runs in the third and fourth innings, retook place your ad no later than NOON very much help from her defense which the lead again at 9-8 in the bottom of the made a total of eight errors. fifth with the help of a couple of costly “I thought Alysha did a great job,” mistakes made by the Holyoke defensive. Friday, May 28 Dupuis said. “She didn’t get very much With one-out in the top of the sixth, support from the defense.” Izquierdo hit a sacrifice fly to right and – Thank you! The Purple Knights scored a run in six Authier, who doubled was able to score of the seven innings that they batted. the tying run from second base. Izquierdo helped herself at the plate Page 12 TOWN Reminder May 21, 2021 Chris Buffone captures first win of season WINCHESTER, N.H. – lary Renaud, Timothy Wenzel, Ricky Whipple romped to vic- Paul Smith, Nathaniel Nunez, tory in the 57-lap John Zellman Keith Johnson, Isabella Michella Memorial Pure Stock feature Late Model Sportsman: Cam- Saturday, May 8, at Monadnock dyn Curtis, Robert Hagar, Chase Speedway, however in post-race Curtis, Jaret Curtis, Justin Little- inspection, Davis was awarded wood, Austin Brehio, Tyler Les- the win. cord, Cole Littlewood, William Cam Curtis flexed his mus- Kuhn, Kevin Vaudrien, Nancy cles to top the Late Model Muni Ruot, Daniel Comeau, Sportsman main, with Chris Rocky Smith, Ryan Currier, Buffone taking no prisoners en Scott Beck route to the Street Stock victory. Mini Stocks: Gordon Far- Mini Stock ace Gordon Far- num, Raymond King, Kevin mum earned his first victory lap Cormier, Louie Maher, Michael of the season Saturday, while Douglas, Ethan Marsh, Jeff As- Six Shooter powerhouse Dustin selin, Kevin McKnight, William Submitted photo Thibodeau’s first career outing Chris Buffone, of Belchertown, picked up a win in the 25-lap Street Stock event May 8 at Monadnock Chaffee, Trevor Carey, Patrick on the high banks netted him the Speedway. Houle , Jake Puchalski, Matthew win, and Jake Bosse was victori- Lambert, Adam Sprague, Tim ous for the second week in a row LeBlanc, Josh Wright, Kevin in the Young Guns. Jarvis and JD Stockwell). Tim Wenzel. Opening night win- third. Hollis and Mailhot were Clayton Pure Stock powerhouses Robert Hagar led early and ner Tommy O’Sullivan – Buf- the earlier qualifying race win- Young Guns: Jake Bosse, Chris Davis and Kodi Sabins often in the LMS 25-lapper fone’s uncle – took the night off. ners. Edward Petruskevicius, Jeffrey led the 21-car field to begin the but, on this night, teen star Cam In the Mini Stocks, it was Jake Bosse made it two in a Moffat Jr, Leilei Daniels, Aali- 57-lapper, which would sail by in Curtis had the hot hand. Curtis four-holer star Gordon Farnum row in the novice Young Guns. yah Tacy breakneck fashion, as all 57-cir- dropped Hagar to second on lap leading all the way. Opening Fast Eddie Petruskevicius earned Six Shooters: Dustin Thibo- cuits around the high banks were 18 and pulled away. night winner Ray King kept Far- the runner-up hardware, with deau, Travis Hollins, Brandon run without cautions. Davis was Hagar finished strong,num in sight but had no answer Jeff Moffat third. Leilei Daniels Mailhot, Chris Hadley, Miche- the man on the point for the first though, sailing to the runner-up for the Fitzwilliam hot shoe. won Saturday’s Young Gun heat al Yeaton, Bucky Thibodeau, 23 go-rounds. finish ahead of the Bay State Kevin Cormier came home third, race. Maxwell Chaput, Jeremy Blood, But while Davis was fast, Curtis twins, Chase and Jaret. just ahead of Louie Maher and Monadnock Speedway will Chooch Snide[, Paul Colburn, Ricky Whipple was on a rail. Cole Littlewood was fifth. division rookie Mike Douglas. return to action next Saturday, John Thibodeau Dropping Davis to second on lap Chris Buffone, who’d strug- Travis Hollis led the first 21 May 15, with a full card of Pure Stocks: Chris Davis, 24, he then sped away and hid. gled on opening night, put all his laps of the Six Shooter main, but NHSTRA racing, featuring the Joseph Jarvis, JD Stockwell, Sabins, a distant second with the ills behind him Saturday. Start- Claremont kingpin Dustin Thi- mighty Modifieds’ third outing Jason LeRay, David Stone Jr, white flag in the air, suddenly ing up front, he led all the way bodeau, in his first-ever Monad- of the season.. For more infor- Kodi Sabins, Jake Bosse, Ken coasted to a stop in the infield, in the 25-lap Street Stock feature nock run, used the high groove mation, please visit www.mo- LaFont, Cory Lofland, Damien handing the runner-up spot back to finish well ahead of strong and to finally take control and top the nadnockspeedway.com. Houle, James Zellman Sr, Brit- to Davis, with former Modsman steady runner-up Nathan Wen- division’s first feature race of the tany Patnode, Brianna Patnode, Joey Jarvis completing his charge zel. season. It was Thibodeau’s sec- Monadnock Speedway Ryan Lawliss, James Zellman, from row five to finish third. (in Alstead, N.H. hot shoe Ru- ond victory of the weekend. May 8 results: Kyle Robinson Newell, Nicho- post-race inspection the official pert Murdoch came home third, Hollis was strong in second, Street Stocks: Christopher las Houle, Chris Higbee, Carter top three were Chris Davies, Joey just ahead of Hillary Renaud and with Brandon Mailhot steady for Buffone, Nathan Wenzel, 88-Hil- Chamberlin, William Graham .

match with four goals, while Joe Angelica. from page 10 Valley Wheel Baseball seeks new players RAMS DiSanti netted all three of his Junior Michael Arabik goals during the first half. scored the lone Granby goal, REGION – The Valley the playoffs for the top four team to make a comeback.” Monson freshman goalie which was unassisted, with 3:52 Wheel Over-28 Baseball League teams during the first two weeks The Mustangs (2-1) also Scott Kustra came close to post- left in the opening quarter. is looking for new players for of August. While tryouts have scored more than ten goals ing his first career shutout. He A goal by eighth grader the 2021 season, which is set to completed, there are still open against St. Mary’s of Westfield, only had to make a couple of Domanic Fleming with two begin at the end of April. Play- roster spots among the six teams but they lost that match. saves. minutes left in the quarter gave ers who are 28-years-old prior in the league. The league will The trio of senior Joe An- The only positive thing that Monson a 5-1 advantage. to June 1 are eligible to play in continue to accept applications gelica, junior Nick DiSanti, first-year Granby head coach The Mustangs pulled away the league this season, howev- for new players throughout the and sophomore Cole Stevens Brady Seymour took from the during the second quarter by er, only those 30 by June 1 are season. All players bat and ev- recorded hat-tricks in the Mus- match was the performance scoring six more goals. eligible to pitch. The league in- ery player spends at least four tangs second meeting of the of freshman goalie Connor Joe Angelica and Stevens cludes six teams and there is a innings in the field in a nine-in- season against Granby (0-2). McDonnell, who made a sea- combined to score the Mustangs 15-game season that begins on ning game. The league will be “We like to play fast and son-high 40 saves. first four goals of the second Sunday, April 25. Games are playing with some minor mod- with a lot of energy,” Quinn “Connor is an outstanding stanza. 12 Sundays, a special Mother’s ifications due to the COVID-19 added. “It’s a lot of fun when goalie,” said Seymour, who Monson’s tenth goal was Day weekend Saturday game, pandemic to start. For more you’re playing fast and scoring wasn’t very happy following the scored by DiSanti with 5:45 left and two weekday night games information, please contact goals.” match. “We just need to keep in the first half. under the lights. The season League Commissioner Jim Na- Angelica led the way offen- improving in every game.” Senior Mike Lacacy put his ends the final week of July with son at [email protected]. sively with five goals. “I probably wouldn’t be able It took the Mustangs seven name into the scoring column to score any goals without the seconds to score their first goal, following a rebound goal giving urley Publications sports and share with your friends and help of my teammates,” An- as Stevens delivered a quick the visiting team a commanding department has re- loved ones. We will be fea- gelica said. “I really don’t keep pass to DiSanti, who fired a 11-1 halftime lead. Tcently joined Ins- turing photos from all 11 track of how many goals I score close range shot into the cage. The Mustangs second half tagram. You can find our of our sports sections in in a game. I do keep track of my With a little more than four goals were scored by sopho- account by searching “tur- the coming weeks, but as assists because it’s always a lot minutes remaining in the open- more Jack Jennings, junior Ja- leysports.” We will regularly always, you can see all the more fun watching one of my ing quarter, the Mustangs built son Angelica, Stevens, and Joe feature samples of photos that photos that appear by subscrib- teammates score a goal.” a 4-0 lead following goals by Angelica. you will see in our publications ing to your local paper or picking Stevens finished the road senior Zack Wysk, DiSanti, and on a weekly basis. Please follow up a copy in your community.

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