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VOL. 86 NO. 151 $1.00 SATURDAY,TUESDAY, JUNEJULY 27, 17, 2017 2021 VOL. 75 cents 90 NO. 168 Save Southwick raises $7,000 at pasta dinner to oppose Carvana project By PETER CURRIER At the July 15 dinner, Agricultural Staff Writer Commission member and vocal opponent SOUTHWICK — The Save Southwick of Carvana, Maryssa Cook-Obregón urged group raised nearly $7,000 at a pasta dinner the crowd to “tell everybody and their fundraiser July 15 at the Southwick Inn for neighbor to be at the Planning Board meet- the opposition campaign against the proposed ing on July 20.” Carvana project at 686 College Highway. At the July 14 Agricultural Commission Save Southwick spokesperson Andrea meeting, Planning Board Chair Michael Bugbee said that the group sold out of dinners Doherty said that he does not anticipate that at 150 meals, and that they raised $6,955 after the Planning Board will call a vote on July expenses had been accounted for. One of the 20. He said the sheer number of people who major funding needs cited by Save Southwick are expected to speak during public com- volunteers has been to retain legal counsel to advise them and speak for them as the opposi- ment will likely prevent the public hearing tion to Carvana unfolds. from being fully closed by the end of the In addition to dinner tickets, Save night. The hearing will be continued to a Southwick sold “No Carvana” yard signs, later date if no vote is made. t-shirts, and raffle tickets. After the June 29 hearing overflowed the Town Hall auditorium with residents, the Agawam City Councilor Rosemary Sandlin holds a The group has retained the counsel of “No Carvana” sign, similar to the ones seen along the Agricultural Commission member and Planning Board decided to have the July 20 Attorney Tim Ryan, from Egan, Flanagan, Save Southwick spokesperson Maryssa sides of the roads throughout Southwick. Sandlin and hearing at Southwick Regional School’s and Cohen. Ryan spoke against Carvana at Cook-Obregón packages take-out meals Agawam City Councilor Anthony Suffriti introduced the June 26 rally outside of Town Hall and at for supporters of Save Southwick who auditorium in the hopes of being able to a resolution to their full council to oppose the the June 29 Planning Board hearing. Bugbee wanted to support the fundraiser but could accommodate more people in the room. The Carvana project, citing traffic impacts that it may said that Ryan would speak at the July 20 not stay for the whole event. (PHOTO meeting will be a hybrid of in-person and have on Agawam. (PHOTO SUBMITTED/ANDREA hearing as well. SUBMITTED/ANDREA BUGBEE) Zoom attendance. BUGBEE) Variety of shelter animals in need of forever homes By LORI SZEPELAK tion, “is more equipped to direction,” said Terkelsen, Correspondent deal with owned animals noting whoever adopts him WESTFIELD-While pick- looking for new families.” should not have children or ing up stray animals is part of Terkelsen said currently at small animals. “Whoever the day-to-day operations of the animal shelter there are “a adopts Trooper will need the animal control officers at lot of animals” available and mandatory training and have the Westfield Animal Shelter, several stray animals have not to sign up for classes.” there are also calls coming in been claimed. Terkelsen said the recent of late seeking to surrender “We have a lot of great calls into the animal shelter animals. adult cats and kittens, three from individuals and families “We have had a lot of peo- rabbits – “Yin,” “Yang,” and surrendering animals have ple call us to surrender ani- “Blizzard,” two guinea pigs been for varied reasons. mals,” said Margaret named “Starsky” and “Some people say they Terkelsen, animal control “Hutch,” and a cockatiel don’t have time for them or operations manager. named “Clementine,” she they may have brought two The animal shelter is locat- said. animals into the home at the ed at 178 Apremont Way, “Trooper,” a 2-year-old pit same time and they were not adjacent to Westfield-Barnes bull mix, is also at the shelter meshing well,” said Terkelsen. Aviation Technology Class of 2021 (Front: L-R) Michael Siegel, Joseph Gaudreau, Alex-ven Regional Airport. since the owner cannot be During the summer, Blake, Taryn Black, Angelica Chepurin, Alanniss Camacho (BACK) Julian Jacque, German “The calls to surrender ani- found. Terkelsen noted there is an Krikonuv, Elizabeth Beshara, Nicholas Couchon, Evan Ploof, Nicholas Moran, Zachary mals have been about many “Trooper will be neutered, uptick in strays that the ani- Barsalou. (AMY PORTER/THE WESTFIELD NEWS) small furry animals like rab- vaccinated and microchipped mal shelter sees and some of bits and guinea pigs,” said next week and will be avail- those animals are not claimed. Terkelsen, adding, “but they able for adoption,” said “As a municipal animal have been directed to the Terkelsen, adding he loves to control shelter we get strays Aviation Technology Class Dakin Humane Society in play but currently “does not so we don’t have a lot of Springfield. have a lot of manners.” resources to house additional Terkelsen explained that “Trooper is about 70 Dakin, a nonprofit organiza- pounds and needs a lot of See Animals, Page 3 of 2021 graduates thirteen By AMY PORTER Staff Writer WESTFIELD – Department head Galen Wilson welcomed a crowd of family and friends of the thirteen graduating students from Aviation Technology to Hangar 2 on July 16. The graduating seniors had officially received their diplomas from Westfield Technical Academy at a ceremony on June 3, but then all returned to complete the remain- ing requirements and hours for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certified pro-

USAF Lt. Gen. Scott Rice addressed the graduating seniors. (AMY PORTER/THE WESTFIELD NEWS)

gram. Wilson said through persistence and deter- mination they did it, working six or seven hours a day, five days a week, for an addi- tional six weeks to meet the FAA require- ments. “That to me is remarkable,” Wilson said, attributing it to the students’ dedication, “Trooper,” a pit bull mix, is available for loyalty and commitment in a nod to his Air adoption at the Westfield Animal Shelter. He Margaret Terkelsen, animal control opera- Force training. enjoys his breaks with animal control opera- tions manager at the Westfield Animal WTA Principal Joseph Langone and Aviation Graduating in the Aviation Technology tions manager Margaret Terkelsen. (LORI Shelter, holds one of two guinea pigs avail- Head Galen Wilson. (AMY PORTER/THE Class of 2021 were Zachary Barsalou, SZEPELAK PHOTO) able for adoption. (LORI SZEPELAK PHOTO) WESTFIELD NEWS) See Aviation, Page 3

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This week involved quite a bit of I did get the chance to spend some time in the district with constitu- driving across the state and district and has made me appreciate even ents this week as well, which is always some of my favorite moments more how great our region is. of the week. On Thursday I was in Westfield to meet with a constituent This week began with a trip out to Central Mass. As many of you about legislation regarding the creation of a new suicide prevention may know, I have the privilege of serving as the Chair of the Veterans hotline number in Massachusetts, an important initiative that the and Federal Affairs Committee. I had the pleasure of joining Legislature is pursuing. Representative Pease and other committee members as we began the On Friday I had the honor of attending the graduation ceremony at first of several tours/listening sessions across the Commonwealth. We Westfield Tech for their Aviation Maintenance Technology Class. This toured the Montachusett Veterans Outreach Centers in Gardner and course is such a tremendous program that prepares students with the Winchendon. These centers do a great job assisting Veterans in finding tangible skills they need to succeed in the aviation industry. housing as well as different counseling and mental health services. Congratulations to all the graduates! As Vice-Chair of the Committee on Children, Families, and Persons Friday afternoon I was able to drop by the law firm of Bacon and with Disabilities, I spent some time this week with SEIU Local 509 Wilson to welcome them to their new Westfield office with a citation caseworkers in the Department of Children and Families (DCF) to bet- from the Senate. Unfortunately I was unable to join them at their rib- ter understand their roles and how they communicate with DCF in bon cutting event a few weeks ago, however it is important to me to Boston. As we transition out of the COVID-19 Pandemic and optimis- celebrate all of our local businesses and organizations! Afterwards I tically move forward to how things used to be, it is important for pol- swung over to Southwick to join residents at the Southwick Village icy makers across the state to have a better understanding of how dif- Retirement Community for a fantastic meet and greet coffee hour and ficult situations with DCF evolved over the past year and what we to share Senate updates. should be doing to meet the new challenges that have arisen as a result. As always, if there is anything I can do to assist you, please never On Thursday the Senate passed its Chapter 90 Transportation Bill to hesitate to reach out to my office. I can be reached at my email: john. provide direct support for roads, bridges and transportation infrastruc- [email protected] or by phone: (413)-572-3920, and you can find ture in our communities. Westfield is set to receive over $1.2M, me online at senatorjohnvelis.com, where you can also sign up for my Southwick is set to receive over $400K, and all municipalities in the newsletter. district are receiving substantial funds as well. These funds will help Sincerely, STATE SEN. communities invest in projects to improve local infrastructure and John Velis JOHN C. VELIS Police Logs Major crime and incident report ing the pole to snap and wires to hang low, the responding report; Saturday, July 10, 2021 officer reports that a tow truck was requested to remove the 5:10 p.m.: minor property damage accident, Springfield WESTFIELD vehicle from the scene, dispatch reports that one person was Road, a caller reports that she observed a vehicle being oper- 2:02 a.m.: accident, Granville Road, a caller reports that she transported to Baystate Noble Hospital, dispatch reports that ated by a male party strike a parked vehicle, the caller reports struck a utility pole with her vehicle, the responding officer Westfield Gas & Electric responded to assess the damage to that the male operator got out of his vehicle and began yelling reports that he requested Westfield Gas & Electric to respond the pole. at the caller when he realized she was calling the police, the to assess the pole, dispatch reports that one person refused SOUTHWICK caller reports that the male party entered the store while she medical attention, an officer reports that one tow truck was 3 p.m.: larceny, Powder Mill Road, larceny of a bike report- was on the phone with dispatch, the responding officer reports requested to remove the vehicle from the scene; ed at motocross; Henry C. Barnack, 66, of 126 Caiwell Ave., Springfield, was 1:11 p.m.: accident, Mechanic Street, a caller reports that 8:26 p.m.: officer wanted, Vining Hill Road, an office was placed under arrest for a fourth offense or greater of operating she struck a bicyclist with her motor vehicle, dispatch reports requested regarding alleged bullet holes in a vehicle. a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol, leaving the that one person refused medical attention, the responding offi- scene of property damage, and operating a motor vehicle under cer reports that the bicyclist was cited for riding on the wrong Sunday, July 11, 2021 the influence of alcohol while having a license suspended for side of the road, and was reminded that bicyclists must follow WESTFIELD operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol. the same rules of the road as motorists; 11:58 a.m.: B&E motor vehicle, Lockhouse Road, a caller SOUTHWICK 3:26 p.m.: accident, Russell Road, multiple callers report reports that his unsecured vehicle was entered and items were 10:45 a.m.: unwanted guest, Point Grove Road, an intoxi- that a vehicle struck a utility pole and rolled off the road, caus- stolen overnight, the responding officer filed an incident cated male was reported at the boat ramp.

THIS DAY IN HISTORY Sat., July 17, 2021 is the 198th day of the year. 167 days remain until the end of the year

ture with foreign capital. 1968 – Abdul Rahman Arif is over- prosecute individuals for genocide, ducer ON THIS DAY 1902 – Willis Carrier creates the first thrown and the Ba’ath Party is in- crimes against humanity, war crimes, 1955 – Paul Stamets, American my- air conditioner in Buffalo, New York. stalled as the governing power in and the crime of aggression. cologist and author 180 – Twelve inhabitants of Scillium 1917 – King George V issues a Proc- Iraq with Ahmed Hassan al-Bakr as 2000 – During approach to Lok Nay- 1956 – Bryan Trottier, Canadian- (near Kasserine, modern-day Tuni- lamation stating that the male line de- the new Iraqi President. ak Jayaprakash Airport, Alliance Air American ice hockey player and sia) in North Africa are executed for scendants of the British Royal Family 1973 – King Mohammed Zahir Shah Flight 7412 suddenly crashes into a coach being Christians. This is the earliest will bear the surname Windsor. of Afghanistan, while having surgery residential neighborhood in Patna, 1957 – Bruce Crump, American drum- record of Christianity in that part of 1918 – Tsar Nicholas II of Russia and in Italy, is deposed by his cousin Mo- killing 60 people. mer and songwriter (d. 2015) the world. his immediate family and retainers hammed Daoud Khan. 2001 – Concorde is brought back into 1957 – Wendy Freedman, Canadian- are executed by Bolshevik Chekists – Apollo–Soyuz Test Project: service nearly a year after the July 1048 – Damasus II is elected pope, 1975 American cosmologist and astrono- at the Ipatiev House in Yekaterin- An American Apollo and a Soviet 2000 crash. and dies 23 days later. mer – The Fourth Crusade assaults burg, Russia. Soyuz spacecraft dock with each 2006 – The 7.7 Mw Pangandaran 1203 1958 – Susan Silver, American music Constantinople. The Byzantine em- 1918 – The RMS Carpathia, the ship other in orbit marking the first such tsunami earthquake severely affects manager peror Alexios III Angelos flees from that rescued the 705 survivors from link-up between spacecraft from the the Indonesian island of Java, killing – Mark Burnett, English-Ameri- his capital into exile. the RMS Titanic, is sunk off Ireland two nations. 668 people, and leaving more than 1960 can screenwriter and producer 1402 – Zhu Di, better known by his by the German SM U-55; five lives 1976 – East Timor is annexed, and 9,000 injured. era name as the Yongle Emperor, as- are lost. becomes the 27th province of Indo- 2007 – TAM Airlines Flight 3054, an 1960 – Nancy Giles, American jour- sumes the throne over the Ming dy- 1919 – The form of government in nesia. Airbus A320, crashes into a ware- nalist and actress nasty of China. the Republic of Finland was officially 1976 – The opening of the Summer house after landing too fast and 1960 – Dawn Upshaw, American so- 1429 – Hundred Years’ War: Charles confirmed. For this reason, July 17 Olympics in Montreal is marred by 25 missing the end of the São Paulo– prano VII of France is crowned the King of is known as the Day of Democracy African teams boycotting the games Congonhas Airport runway, killing 1963 – Regina Belle, American sing- France in the Reims Cathedral after a (Kansanvallan päivä) in Finland. because of New Zealand’s participa- 199 people. er-songwriter, producer, and actress successful campaign by Joan of Arc. 1932 – Altona Bloody Sunday: A riot tion. Contrary to rulings by other in- 2014 – Malaysia Airlines Flight 17, a 1963 – Letsie III of Lesotho 1453 – Battle of Castillon: The last between the Nazi Party paramilitary ternational sports organizations, the Boeing 777, crashes near the border 1964 – Heather Langenkamp, Ameri- battle of Hundred Years’ War, the forces, the SS and SA, and the Ger- IOC had declined to exclude New of Ukraine and Russia after being can actress and producer French under Jean Bureau defeat man Communist Party ensues. Zealand because of their participa- shot down. All 298 people on board 1965 – Craig Morgan, American sing- the English under the Earl of Shrews- 1936 – Spanish Civil War: An Armed tion in South African sporting events are killed. er-songwriter and guitarist bury, who is killed in the battle in Gas- Forces rebellion against the recently during apartheid. 2014 – A French regional train on 1965 – Alex Winter, English-American cony. elected leftist Popular Front govern- 1979 – Nicaraguan dictator General the Pau-Bayonne line crashes into actor, film director and screenwriter 1717 – King George I of Great Brit- ment of Spain starts the civil war. Anastasio Somoza Debayle resigns a high-speed train near the town of 1966 – Lou Barlow, American guitarist – Douglas Corrigan takes off and flees to Miami, Florida, United Denguin, resulting in at least 25 in- ain sails down the River Thames 1938 and songwriter from Brooklyn to fly the “wrong way” States. juries. with a barge of 50 musicians, where 1969 – Scott Johnson, American car- to Ireland and becomes known as 1981 – A structural failure leads to 2015 – At least 120 people are killed George Frideric Handel’s Water Mu- toonist sic is premiered. “Wrong Way” Corrigan. the collapse of a walkway at the Hy- and 130 injured by a suicide bombing 1971 – Calbert Cheaney, American 1762 – Former emperor Peter III of 1944 – Port Chicago disaster: Near att Regency in Kansas City, Missouri, in Diyala Governorate, Iraq. basketball player and coach Russia is murdered. the San Francisco Bay, two ships killing 114 people and injuring more 2018 – Scott S. Sheppard announces – Elizabeth Cook, American 1771 – Bloody Falls massacre: laden with ammunition for the war than 200. that his team has discovered a dozen 1972 Chipewyan chief Matonabbee, trav- explode in Port Chicago, California, 1984 – The national drinking age in irregular moons of Jupiter. singer and guitarist eling as the guide to Samuel Hearne killing 320. the United States was changed from 1972 – Donny Marshall, American on his Arctic overland journey, mas- 1944 – World War II: At Sainte-Foy- 18 to 21. basketball player and sportscaster sacres a group of unsuspecting Inuit. de-Montgommery in Normandy Field 1985 – Founding of the EUREKA 1972 – Jason Rullo, American drum- 1791 – Members of the French Na- Marshal Erwin Rommel is seriously Network by former head of states TODAY'S BIRTHDAYS mer tional Guard under the command injured by allied aircraft while return- François Mitterrand (France) and 1972 – Eric Williams, American bas- of General Lafayette open fire on ing to his headquarters.[4] Helmut Kohl (Germany). ketball player a crowd of radical Jacobins at the 1945 – World War II: The main three 1989 – First flight of the B-2 Spirit 1948 – Ron Asheton, American gui- 1973 – Eric Moulds, American football Champ de Mars, Paris, during the leaders of the Allied nations, Winston Stealth Bomber. tarist and songwriter (d. 2009) player French Revolution, killing scores of Churchill, Harry S. Truman and Jo- 1989 – Holy See–Poland relations 1949 – Charley Steiner, American 1975 – Terence Tao, Australian-Amer- people. seph Stalin, meet in the German city are restored. journalist and sportscaster ican mathematician 1794 – The 16 Carmelite Martyrs of of Potsdam to decide the future of a 1996 – TWA Flight 800: Off the coast 1950 – Phoebe Snow, American sing- 1976 – Luke Bryan, American singer- Compiègne are executed ten days defeated Germany. of Long Island, New York, a Paris- er-songwriter and guitarist (d. 2011) songwriter and guitarist prior to the end of the French Revolu- 1953 – The largest number of United bound TWA Boeing 747 explodes, 1951 – Lucie Arnaz, American actress 1976 – Dagmara Domińczyk, Polish- States midshipman casualties in a killing all 230 on board. tion’s Reign of Terror. and singer American actress single event results from an aircraft 1998 – The 7.0 Mw Papua New 1821 – The Kingdom of Spain cedes 1951 – Mark Bowden, American jour- 1978 – Panda Bear, American musi- crash in Florida, killing 44. Guinea earthquake triggers a tsuna- the territory of Florida to the United nalist and author cian and songwriter States. 1955 – Disneyland is dedicated and mi that destroys ten villages in Papua 1952 – David Hasselhoff, American 1978 – Jason Jennings, American 1867 – Harvard School of Dental opened by Walt Disney in Anaheim, New Guinea, killing up to 2,700 peo- actor, singer, and producer baseball player Medicine is established in Boston, California. ple, and leaving several thousand 1952 – Nicolette Larson, American 1979 – Mike Vogel, American actor Massachusetts. It is the first dental 1962 – Nuclear weapons testing: injured. singer-songwriter (d. 1997) The “Small Boy” test shot Little Feller 1998 – A diplomatic conference 1980 – Ryan Miller, American ice school in the U.S. that is affiliated 1952 – Robert R. McCammon, Ameri- I becomes the last atmospheric test adopts the Rome Statute of the Inter- hockey player with a university. can author 1899 – NEC Corporation is orga- detonation at the Nevada National national Criminal Court, establishing 1983 – Adam Lind, American baseball 1954 – J. Michael Straczynski, Ameri- nized as the first Japanese joint ven- Security Site. a permanent international court to player can author, screenwriter, and pro- THE WESTFIELD NEWS WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM SATURDAY, JULY 17, 2021 - PAGE 3 It ain’t over: Westfield Little Leaguers top Longmeadow again By CHRIS PUTZ separate days. Westfield played Sports Editor Longmeadow on July 7 only to have that WESTFIELD – The Westfield Little game suspended due to lightning in the League Baseball 7-9-Year-Old All-Stars bottom of the sixth inning with Westfield should clearly know by now the Yogi Berra leading 6-4. saying, “It ain’t over till it’s over.” In the first part of that game, received For the second time in a week, one of the strong pitching performances from Roberts city’s youngest baseball tournament repre- (2 1/3 inn., no hits, 1 run, 3 Ks), Andy sentatives were forced to resume a game Bouchard (2/3 inn., no runs allowed), and suspended by inclement weather – – and Dean (2/3 inn., 2 Ks). When that game won. The Whip City’s All-Stars resumed resumed, Dean recorded the last three outs postseason action against Longmeadow to preserve the victory. Thursday at Ralph E. Sanville Memorial Dean led the offense with four walks and Field with the score tied 9-9. Westfield a run scored from the lead-off position. won 12-10. Connor Slavin, Jackson Daley, Jake Westfield scored three runs in the bot- Moltenbrey, Colin Taylor and Cieran tom of the fourth inning. Noah Roberts Mackey also scored. drew a bases-loaded walk. A wild pitch made it 11-9. Tyler Woering drove in a run Sat., July 10 with a single. Agawam 14, Westfield 3 Eric Dean pitched two nearly scoreless Agawam exploded for 10 runs in the top innings for Westfield. Dean struck out four of the third with some well-placed hits and batters, walked three, and hit one-by-pitch. some Westfield miscues en route to a con- He allowed just one run to score on a wild vincing victory. pitch. Vegali Murphy pitched two solid innings Westfield (2-1) will play for their respec- early in the game for Westfield. Parker Westfield’s Eric Dean (2) fires one in at tive age group’s district title Sun., July 18. Stopa provided two solid innings of relief. Thursday’s game against Longmeadow. It was the second straight game that Dean, Slavin, Roberts, Woering, Murphy, Jackson Daley (13) scores a run for Westfield. (MARC (MARC ST.ONGE/THE WESTFIELD NEWS) Westfield was forced to complete on two and Moltenbrey led Westfield’s offense. ST.ONGE/THE WESTFIELD NEWS)

Westfield Eric Dean (2) tags the runner out at home plate to deny Longmeadow a run during a District 2 tournament game Thursday night (MARC Colin Taylor (21) takes a cut at the ball. Westfield catcher Parker Stopa steals home on a wild pitch. at Ralph E. Sanville Memorial Field. (MARC ST.ONGE/THE WESTFIELD ST.ONGE/THE WESTFIELD NEWS) (MARC ST.ONGE/THE WESTFIELD NEWS) NEWS)

Aviation Continued from Page 1 Elizabeth Beshara, Taryn mendations to the graduates on the National Guard. Aviation instructor Scott Black, Alex-ven Blake, behalf of Rep. Kelly Pease, To the students, Rice encour- Hepburn, who has been the lead Alanniss Camacho, Angelica Mayor Donald F. Humason Jr. aged them to never lose confi- instructor for the graduating Chepurin, Nicholas Couchon, Ward 1 Councilor Nicholas J. dence in the value of their word, class for three years, then spoke Joseph Gaudreau, Julian Morganelli Jr., Superintendent and to listen and learn the sto- about each student before Jacque, German Krikunov, Stefan Czporowski and other ries of the people they are awarding shop certificates Nicholas Moran, Even Ploof guests. working with. “The Chief and I along with Principal Langone. and Michael Siegel. Wilson then introduced U.S. feel we have not worked a day Hepburn said when he and the WTA Principal Joseph Air Force Lt. Gen. Scott Rice to since joining the Air Force, class first met, they vowed to Langone welcomed the offi- address the students. Rice said because of the stories,” Rice complete the rigorous course cials in attendance and also he had been taken aback when said. work together, and three years commended the students for asked to speak to the students, Rice told the students they later all thirteen are graduating. Airport Manager Christopher J. Willenborg and USAF Lt. returning to complete the pro- especially with Chief Master had already shown leadership Hepburn said all of the stu- Gen. Scott Rice during ceremony. (AMY PORTER/THE gram after graduation, saying Sgt. Galen WIlson present. for signing up for something dents were eager to learn, and WESTFIELD NEWS) that “not one of the students Rice said officers have their bigger than themselves, and left they worked together as a group complained.” As a result, all 13 roles, but it really is the Chief them with the words of the of thirteen. He said next week ual characteristics of each of “father figure” to all of the stu- students in the class completed Master Sergeants who “herd Airmen’s Creed: “I am an nine of the thirteen students are the students as well as their dents. the program. the cats and do all the work.” American Airman, Wingman, signed up to take the test for the plans for next year, Hepburn Some of the graduates plans Attending the ceremony He also gave a glowing tribute Leader, Warrior. I will never FAA certification, and the oth- said he was going to miss all of include pursuing Power Plant were Sen. John C. Velis, Ethan to Wilson and this 30 years of leave an Airman behind. I will ers will soon afterwards. them, and was looking forward certification in Concord and Flaherty, who gave out com- experience in the service and in never falter, and I will not fail.” After running down individ- to seeing them “springboard” Hartford, mechanical engineer- off of the knowledge they ing at Western New England gained in the program. College and UMASS Amherst, Alanniss Camacho then and working in maintenance at Animals spoke on behalf of her fellow 104th Fighter Wing, at least Continued from Page 1 students before presenting a one with the goal of becoming pets being surrendered which is why we refer people to gift to Hepburn, calling him a a fighter pilot. Dakin and other organizations including the Homeless Cat Project and the Rainbow Rescue,” she said. MA LIC#107 While Terkelsen said the kittens currently in her care usually find homes quickly, the adult cats may take a bit longer to find a forever home and is hopeful there are loving families who will consider adopting them. “We do not have same day adoptions,” said Terkelsen, noting the adoption process requires completing an application that is reviewed by shelter staff. TOWN OF AGAWAM For more information on the adoption process, call (413) 564-3129 or visit the City of Westfield website. On a related note, Liz Bennett, Southwick’s animal control PUBLIC AUCTION officer, said she has not seen an increase in animals being aban- doned as of late. MULTI-LOT POTENTIAL!! “A couple of animals were recently dumped off in different Margaret Terkelsen, animal control operations manager at areas but that is nothing new,” said Bennett. the Westfield Animal Shelter, holds “Meredith” who is need 6.6± Acres with Dwelling of a forever home. (LORI SZEPELAK PHOTO) 445' Frontage Please send local briefs to The Westfield News WESTFIELD — Now, more than ever, our readers want to know about 128 North West Street your business. As we slowly bring back local businesses, it is important to share what you offer, when and how people can make purchases or utilize Parcel C10-2-2 your services and just know that you are open. Are you hosting online events or offer remote services? We want to know! Send briefs, photos to press releases@thewestfield news.com

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PAGE 4 - SATURDAY, JULY 17, 2021 WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM THE WESTFIELD NEWS COMMENT Boston Convention business mounting a solid comeback By CHRIS LISINSKI 19, such as fewer staff in attendance and State House News Service potential vaccination requirements, but BOSTON - Convention business in BCMC Executive Director Milt Herbert said Massachusetts is “starting to escalate quite Thursday that the industry continues to move dramatically,” with the potential to lift tour- closer to “the light at the end of the tunnel.” ism and hospitality sectors ravaged during the “Customers are now starting to recover pandemic, officials said Thursday. from COVID-19 and business is starting to Over the past few months, Boston escalate quite dramatically,” he said. Convention Marketing Center representatives Events at the Hynes Convention Center and have booked dozens of upcoming events at the Boston Convention and Exposition Center the two state-run convention centers in Boston were wiped out after the state of emergency and the Lawn on D, more than half of which began in March 2020, cascading into scores were confirmed in the last month, according of hotel room cancellations and widespread to data presented at a Massachusetts financial impacts. Convention Center Authority Board meeting. Thursday marks the one-month anniversary Some of those showcases, conventions and of Gov. Charlie Baker’s lifting of the COVID- conferences will still feel effects of COVID- 19 state of emergency. House, Senate send Gov. Baker Healey decision on governor $350M transportation bill run might not come until fall By MATT MURPHY programs for congestion less than warm and inviting By MATT MURPHY do.” Healey is not alone in having State House News Service issues, as well as public tran- view toward transportation State House News Service A number of Democrats in people want to know what she BOSTON - The Legislature sit," Straus said. projects" being funded with BOSTON - Attorney General recent decades have tried to use plans for herself in 2022. Gov. passed an infrastructure bill The Massachusetts American Rescue Plan Act Maura Healey on Thursday the attorney general’s office as Charlie Baker has not made a on Thursday that had been Municipal Association and money. forecast a decision on her polit- a launching pad to the gover- decision whether to seek a third under negotiation for several others have pushed for years "The federal law makes it ical future this fall as the two- nor’s office, but none have suc- term, but has begun to pick up weeks, padding the tradition- to see the Legislature not clear transportation is includ- term Democrat weighs a possi- ceeded. The most recent exam- his fundraising after a hiatus al $200 million in annual only increase the amount of ed, but for some reason the ble run for ple is Martha Coakley, who lost during the pandemic. financing for local road and money authorized through governor's office has said governor in 2022 that would her campaigns for both U.S. Baker and Lt. Gov. Karyn bridge repairs with $150 mil- Chapter 90, but also to pass a they won't recognize trans- see her join a field that already Senate and governor after win- Polito have major fundraiser lion spread across six grant long-term financing bill that portation. This is our way, as includes three candidates. ning the Democratic nomina- planned for next month at the programs to pay for bus would allow projects to be politely as we can, reminding “I’m thinking about that right tions. Mashpee home of Boston pub- lanes, electric vehicles and planned out over multiple them that they got it wrong," now. I’m going to take the sum- While some wait on Healey, lic relations executive George mer to think about that. other municipal transporta- years. Straus said in an interview.. former state Sen. Benjamin Regan, where the Obviously my term is up in Downing, Harvard professor co-chairs and hosts of the tion projects. Instead, the bill sent to The Executive Office of 2022 and I need to make some Danielle Allen and Sen. Sonia event include former Boston The House and Senate Gov. Charlie Baker on Administration and Finance decisions about what that Chang-Diaz have all gotten into Police Commissioner William passed the $350 million Thursday put new funding issued a memo on June 3 to means for me,” Healey said the race for the governor. Gross, car dealer Herb transportation funding bill into competitive grant pro- municipalities outlining the during an appearance on GBH’s Healey said she knows, has Chambers and UMass unanimously, clearing one grams that each have their different ways counties and “Boston Public Radio.” Healey worked with or spoken to all President Marty Meehan. The major item off the own policy objectives. municipalities could spend acknowledged the interest three candidates: “I like them fundraiser was first reported Legislature's to-do list as it Straus's amendment autho- $3.4 billion in direct aid within the party in what she and I appreciate them, too, step- Thursday by the Boston Globe, approaches the summer rized $25 million in addi- through American Rescue decides, but also called the ping forward. It’s not easy, and confirmed to the News break. tional borrowing for the Plan Act. The memo made no decision “deeply personal.” especially in this day and age to Service by a senior campaign Rep. William Straus, of municipal small bridge pro- mention of roads or transpor- “I’m taking time to think put your name on a ballot and advisor. Mattapoisett, and Sen. Joe gram, $25 million for the tation infrastructure, nor did about it and to talk to people to run for office, so I have great If Baker does run, he will Boncore, of Winthrop, nego- bottleneck relief program, it suggest those uses would and I’ll know more by the fall,” respect for them.” face a primary challenge from tiated the compromise (H $25 million for transit-sup- be prohibited. Healey told host Jim Braude. Acknowledging a question former state representative 3903) after the House in late portive infrastructure, $25 Instead, the memo bor- “In the meantime, we’re going about how her unsettled status Geoff Diehl, who announced June and the Senate in early million for municipal bus rowed language directly to continue pedal to the metal might freeze potential donors his campaign on July 4. Polito July passed competing ver- transit grants, $25 million for from the ARPA law that list- on everything at the attorney and candidates, Healey said, is widely expected to run if sions of the legislation. municipal mass transit ed drinking water, wastewa- deneral’s office and there’s no “It’s serious stuff, right? I just Baker opts against seeking a Both branches were seek- access, and $25 million elec- ter and stormwater infra- shortage of things we need to want to get that right.” third term. ing $200 million for the tric vehicles and electric- structure or the expansion of statewide municipal road vehicle infrastructure that access to broadband internet repair program known as would be available to cities as eligible infrastructure Chapter 90, which will deliv- and towns, as well as region- expenditures. er funds to all 351 cities and al transit authorities. A spokesman for the towns. That remained Though the annual Chapter Executive Office of unchanged in the final bill. 90 authorization is supposed Administration and Finance "We know that our munici- to be made in the spring so said at no time has the admin- palities need this money and cities and towns can sign istration contested the eligi- want this money," Boncore contracts and take advantage bility of transportation proj- said, adding, "Not just to get of the full construction sea- ects for ARPA funds, which these roadway projects son, Straus said municipali- would be consistent with underway, but as we build ties were notified of how U.S. Treasury guidance on out of the COVID-19 pan- much money they could how states and local govern- demic to stimulate the con- expect and no projects were ment entities can use the struction industry with jobs delayed. relief money. and economy around these "While we would have Senate Minority Leader projects." preferred it being done prior Bruce Tarr called the provi- The Legislature, however, to July 1, no project has been sion "odd," and suggested it added spending for competi- delayed that anyone needs to was "redundant" because he tive grants after the House be concerned about as a was unaware of anyone who seniors are more active had pushed for $75 million result," Straus said in remarks disputed the eligibility of for three different programs, to his colleagues on the transportation projects. The than ever before! and the Senate recommended House floor. Gloucester Republican, how- $100 million in additional The amendment also ever, said he did not want to be a part of this free community event for financing for four programs. included a new section mak- hold up the bill over his con- active adults. caregivers and their families. The compromise funded all ing clear that $5 billion in cern with that section's inclu- of the priorities sought by state COVID-19 recovery sion. This expo prov ides access to the fastest both branches, plus an addi- funding received through the The MBTA has received growing demographic in western mass! tional $25 million for transit- federal government is eligi- additional direct federal supportive infrastructure, ble to be spent on "mainte- recovery funding from like bike and bus lanes. nance or pay-go funded Congress, and Baker has "Philosophically, I think building of transportation filed a $2.9 billion plan to the Legislature's goal here is infrastructure, including allocate more than half of the to think of the state help to roads." state's ARPA relief money to the municipalities in two Straus said the clarifying housing, parks, wastewater sunday ways. Not just the traditional language was added to the system improvement and Chapter 90, but we're also bill "based on some indica- other priorities, but not trans- september 12, 2021 now suggesting people think tions that (the Baker admin- portation. of state assistance in terms of istration) had made in writ- After a battle with Baker, 10 am to 4 pm - one mgm way, Springfield, MA these guided and directed ing that seemed to show a the Legislature now has con- trol of the state ARPA funds, mgm aria ballroom - 2nd floor and has scheduled its first hearing on how to spend the full amount for next week The Westfield News when it will listen to testi- mony on Baker's plan. A publication of The Reminders Publishing, LLC The compromise road repair bill also excluded lan- TO RESERVE YOUR BOOTH OR Mike Dobbs Barbara Perry guage that had been in the Managing Editor Sales Manager to discuss SPONSORSHIP original House version of the Hope E. 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THE WESTFIELD NEWS WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM SATURDAY, JULY 17, 2021 - PAGE 5 WESTFIELD PUBLIC HEALTH WEEKLY BULLETIN By JUANITA CARNES FNP Board of Health chair Obituaries and JOSEPH ROUSE Contact roxanne@thewestfieldnewsgroup • 413-562-4181 / Ext. Westfield Health Director 118 Obituaries online at: westfieldnews.com/categories/obituaries After months of a comfortable plateau of no new COVID-19 cases in our community, last week we had 1 new case and this John Lyons week we have 8. This is a low number but statistically signifi- AGAWAM: John, “Jack” Lyons, cant. Next weeks numbers will be more telling. We and the age 88, passed away peacefully on public health officials world[1]wide are carefully monitoring June 11th, 2021 in Agawam, MA. this trend. We were on a similar course at this time last year. He was born in Orange, New Jersey COVID-19 cases are up in 47 states by at least 10%. 35 states to the late Antoinette Duffy and have seen increases of more than 50% for 4 consecutive moved to Westfield, MA where he weeks. New cases have increased globally as the vaccination and his late wife Jane raised their pace continues to decline. Nearly all patients currently hospi- family, later moving to Springfield, talized are unvaccinated. Only 48.3% of the country is vacci- MA. nated. Maybe more important and alarming to some, the Red Jack’s career as a civil engineer Sox vs. Yankees game was postponed due to several of the included both the private and public Yankees players testing positive. These numbers and the JUANITA CARNES mutant strength of the Delta variant are concerning and threat- JOSEPH ROUSE sectors. Jack was the founder of Westfield Health Director Chair, Westfield Board of Allied Testing Laboratories in Springfield, MA and then ens the progress the U.S. has made toward ending the pan- Health shifted his interest to serving the City of Springfield, first as demic. the Head of the Department of Public Works and then ending Vaccines are as readily available as the misinformation health measures are the tools to prevent this variant from his career as the Head of the Water and Sewer Commission. about them. It is fact, not opinion, that there is a direct correla- strengthening. Jack loved most all sports, as a player and participant. He tion between vaccination rates and infections. “Health misin- With statistics reflecting our continuing fear that this pan- spent many enjoyable days playing in the Westfield softball formation has cost lives”( US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy). demic is not over, we implore you to get vaccinated. We thank and basketball leagues. He was an avid Yankee and Giants Disinformation is largely to blame. Some of this is purposeful, you again if you have. Please encourage the vaccine to those fan but found it in his heart to also root for Boston based some is innocently passed on when a person hears/reads some- around you. Rochelle Walensky, CDC director said, “So deaths teams! He loved spending time with his family and friends thing incorrect and shares it with others. Although not intended were preventable with a simple safe shot.” especially their annual trip to Saratoga, NY every summer to cause harm, it is now truly a life and death situation. The vaccine alone slows the progression as it increases herd and his love for music and nature often took them to The Delta variant has features that allow it to evade some of immunity. Social distancing, hand sanitizing and masking are Tanglewood. During his time in Westfield, Jack and his fam- the body’s immune defenses. It is more transmissible than proven strategies to decrease the spread. Relaxing public ily were members of St. Mary’s Parish and he regularly anything seen yet with this virus. Public Health officials are health restrictions and declaring victory prematurely provide served as a lector for masses, something that was very impor- concerned it “will trigger dramatic surges in cases and deaths the opening for another surge. We aren’t given the opportunity tant to him. in the US and around the world.” The variant is seen in all 50 to postpone this game. As more preventable lives are lost, the Jack is predeceased by his beloved wife Jane (Hatton) of states and accounts for 52% of new infections in the U.S. virus wins. Take care of yourself and someone else. 60 years. He leaves his children, Linda Lyons and her wife Adults age 18-49 account for 40% of COVID-19 hospital Dedicated health department members who have been work- Susan of Bonita Springs, FL, Michael Lyons of North admissions. To date, it has not graduated to a variant of high ing tirelessly throughout the pandemic are: Debra Mulvenna Adams, MA, his aunts Joan Sorenson of Edison, NJ and Ruth consequence, it is still classified as a variant of concern. To RN, Assistant Director Evelyn Bristol RN, Steve Cipriani, Dougan of Myrtle Beach, SC, his brother Joseph Duffy of NJ become a variant of high consequence, the virus would have to Health Inspector Thomas Hibert, Office Manager Crystal and numerous cousins and friends in MA and NJ. demonstrate diagnostic failure, decreased vaccine effective- Dugay, Kathi Cotugno, CORE coordinator Other Board The funeral mass will be held on Thursday, July 22 at 11 ness and other attributes. Obviously, we absolutely do not want Members: Margaret Doody, Stan Strzempko MD. am in St. Mary’s Church. Burial will follow in St. Mary’s that to happen. Vaccinations, herd immunity and personal WE KEEP WORKING TO KEEP YOU SAFE Cemetery. Donations in Jack’s memory can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, Alz.org. Rory Tettemer Phyllis Brainard Boston Convention business WESTFIELD: Phyllis Brainard, 93, (1927-2021) of named to Westfield, MA, died peacefully on July 9, 2021 at Heritage Emerson College Hall East in Agawam. Phyllis was born November 16, 1927 mounting a solid comeback in Springfield, MA to Margaret Mahoney and Ross Madison. By CHRIS LISINSKI 19, such as fewer staff in attendance and Spring 2021 She was a loving wife and Aunt. She loved her church fam- State House News Service potential vaccination requirements, but Dean's List ily at Central Baptist Church in Westfield, MA and was a BOSTON - Convention business in BCMC Executive Director Milt Herbert said former Deacon and greeter at the church. She also delivered Massachusetts is “starting to escalate quite Thursday that the industry continues to move BOSTON - Rory Meals on Wheels for many years along with her friend dramatically,” with the potential to lift tour- closer to “the light at the end of the tunnel.” Tettemer, a native of Mabel. She never had children of her own but was a loving ism and hospitality sectors ravaged during the “Customers are now starting to recover Westfield has been named Aunt to her two nieces and one nephew. pandemic, officials said Thursday. from COVID-19 and business is starting to to Emerson College's Phyllis was predeceased by her husband Lionel Brainard Over the past few months, Boston escalate quite dramatically,” he said. Dean's List for the Spring and her sister Loyce and husband Harry Wackter. She is sur- Convention Marketing Center representatives Events at the Hynes Convention Center and 2021 semester. Tettemer vived by her nieces Susan (Rick) Freschner and daughter have booked dozens of upcoming events at the Boston Convention and Exposition Center is majoring in Kimberly Garofolo, Sherry Cowles and daughter Jacey the two state-run convention centers in Boston were wiped out after the state of emergency Interdisciplinary and is a (Tim) Shumaker and children Carsen and Rowan, and her and the Lawn on D, more than half of which began in March 2020, cascading into scores member of the Class of nephew David (Rolanda) Wackter. were confirmed in the last month, according of hotel room cancellations and widespread 2022. The requirement to She will be laid to rest on Wednesday, July 21 at 1:30PM to data presented at a Massachusetts financial impacts. make Emerson's Dean's in Pine Hill Cemetery, Westfield, MA. Firtion Adams Convention Center Authority Board meeting. Thursday marks the one-month anniversary List is a grade point aver- Funeral Home of Westfield is in charge of arrangements. Some of those showcases, conventions and of Gov. Charlie Baker’s lifting of the COVID- age of 3.7 or higher. conferences will still feel effects of COVID- 19 state of emergency. Thomas R. Barnet WESTFIELD: Thomas R. Barnet, 71, passed away at home Eagles Experience at NEW ENGLAND AIR MUSEUM July 13, 2021. He was born in There’s Always Westfield, MA to the late George There’s Always and Jenny Barnet. He attended Stanley Park Pavilion SomethingSomething New Westfield Schools. After leaving toNew See toand See Do! WESTFIELD – Stanley Park correct instrument and singing there, he worked at several local presents The Eagles Experience the songs as sung by their proté- Threeand giant Do! display businesses and spent many years in July 25 at 6 p.m. in the Beveridge gé. Every member of “The Three giant display the oil industry in Cody, Montana. hangars with 90,000 Pavilion as part of its free Sunday Eagles Experience” is dedicated squarehangars feet with of exhibit90,000 Tom was a hard worker with a very square feet of heated Night Concerts series. to presenting their part as accu- space! Daily activities, big heart. He was always willing to According to a press release, rately as possible and will pro- indoor space! lend a hand to anyone at any time new augmented reality, The Eagles Experience is the vide you with an ultimate Eagles ightOpen simulators Tue.-Sun. with no questions asked. He loved most authentic tribute show to experience you will not soon and10 more. a.m.-3 p.m. to help people. He also loved his dogs and he bonded with the Eagles on the road today. forget. The Eagles Experience many furry friends over the years. He will be sorely missed With a one-to-one lineup that only plays songs written and Plenty of room for Opensocially Every distanced Day by his family, friends, and especially his neighbors at Alice reflects the Eagles during their recorded by the Eagles as a band, through Labor Day Burke Way. heyday in the late 1970s, the from their biggest hits to hidden family fun and COVID-safe activities. He leaves behind his children, Harmony Cornett of members of The Eagles gems. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Bethany, MO, his son Thomas Barnet, Jr. of Independence, Experience each emulate their Concerts are free to the public 36 Perimeter Road, Windsor Locks, CT MO and 4 grandchildren. He also leaves behind his brothers respective “Eagle,” playing the and chairs will be available. Learn more at: www.neam.org George (Billy) Barnet (Linda) and Lyman Barnet (Anne) both of Westfield and his sisters Carol Arthur from Orlando, FL and Georgianna Senecal from Ocoee, FL. He also leaves his ex-wife, Terry Lagerberg and her two children, Ben and Sarah, many nieces and nephews and good friend Dave Flynn. A graveside service will be held on Monday, July 19th at 11 am at St. Joseph’s Cemetery on Southampton Rd., Westfield. Immediately following the service there will be a gathering of family and friends at the Moose Club on 56 Washington St., Westfield. In Tom’s memory, please be kind to each other as he always did, help people when you can. Keep his legacy alive by showing your family and friends, love through service. We love you Tom. Rest in peace! www.firtionadams.com

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SUBJECT TO restrictions of record under in- HENTNICK HINTS FROM HELOISE strument dated November 22, 1949, recorded CHIMNEY SWEEPS in said Registry of Deeds in Book 2022, Page Chimney repairs and rebuilds. Stainless steel 405, to the extent that the same may now be in caps and liner systems. Inspections, masonry force and applicable. work and gutter cleaning. Free estimates. In- sured. Quality work from a business you can trust. (413)848-0100, (800)793-3706. BEING the same premises conveyed to the mortgagor herein by deed of ANDREW T. Closet clean-out STERCHAK, SR. and SHIRLEY M. STER- CHAK dated November 29, 2006 and recor- A STEP ABOVE THE REST! ded in Hampden County Registry of Deeds at Dear Readers: Midsummer closet clean-out on click on “Pet of the Week.” Do you have a funny JMF CHIMNEY SERVICE the weekend? Who’s ready? School and work will and furry friend to share? Email a picture and Book 16360, Page 333. Need chimney repair? fire back up soon; getting a jump on organizing is description to [email protected]. -- Heloise Premises to be sold and conveyed subject to We do brick repair, crown not a bad thing at all. SEA SAFETY and with the benefit of all rights, rights of way, seals and repairs. Stainless restrictions, easements, covenants, liens or steel liner installs, as well Let’s take the emotion out of this process. Impulse Dear Heloise: My family and I are venturing out as stainless rain caps. buying is perhaps what has caused a cramped closet. for a couple days at the beach. Do you have any claims in the nature of liens, improvements, We sweep all flues. public assessments, any unpaid taxes, tax Stove Installations. Here are some ways to thin it out: safety hints for us? -- Mike S., San Antonio, Texas titles, tax liens, water and sewer liens and any Free estimates provided. -- First off, and this is difficult, forget about how Mike, it will be nice to get away for a few days. other municipal assessments or liens or exist- Owner operated much money you spent on each item. If you are not Here are some hints for you. Pack sunscreen and ing encumbrances of record which are in force and are applicable, having priority over said Call: 413-330-2186 wearing the piece, it is not serving you. Time to get water shoes for the family for protection from the mortgage, whether or not reference to such re- rid of it. sun and to keep feet safe too. strictions, easements, improvements, liens or -- The good stuff: Arrange a swap meet with Make sure everyone is versed on swimming pro- encumbrances is made in the deed, and the ELECTRICIAN rights of tenants and occupants of the mort- friends. Trade out your pieces for theirs. One per- tocol. Trained lifeguards should be on duty. Learn gaged premises, if any there be. No represent- FLOREK'S ELECTRICAL son’s trash is another’s treasure. Also check out about riptides. ation is made as to the status of any improve- SERVICE resale sellers to make some dough selling things on Hurricane season? We’re right in the middle of it. ments at the mortgaged premises and the Buy- Fully experienced for all your electrical needs, consignment. Be aware. Tune in to local news, watch for alerts on er purchases subject to all requirements re- in your home or business. No job too small or lated thereto. too big. Electrical service upgrades, new con- -- Things under repair: If you’ll wear it once it’s your phone and watch the sky above you. struction or additions, emergency generators; The premises are being sold with the express New installation and maintenance service. altered, get it altered. Then wear it. With all of this, enjoy your time with your family. Fully insured/licensed. -- Middle-of-the-road business casual pieces that Relax and reconnect. -- Heloise acknowledgment that the Mortgagee makes no are in good condition but they need to go: Instead of P.S. Jellyfish encounters? Painful. representation or warranty as to the presence Call Jason, Master Electrician: or absence of any wetlands or environmental 413-568-6293 a big drop-off at the huge charity resale locations, LEFTOVERS LOGIC issue at all, or related to the septic or well sys- seek out specialty groups that serve women and men Dear Readers: Here’s how long to keep leftovers tems, if any, or as to any contaminants or oth- re-entering the workforce. in the fridge: er substances, as noted under Mass. Gen. JAMES FERRIS ELECTRICIAN Laws 21E, or otherwise. If a violation of MGLA Lic.#E16303 -- Tattered and damaged items: Take them to a Pizza: Three days c.21E or any other Massachusetts Statute, Free estimate, senior discount. fabric recycling bin. Chicken: Four days Code, or Regulation does exist, the correction Insured. 40-yrs. experience. The Environmental Protection Agency (www. Pasta: Four days thereof will be at the Buyer's sole cost and ex- No job too small. pense and shall be separate from the pur- Call 413-330-3682 EPA.gov) estimates Americans throw away around Sushi: One day chase price. The Buyer shall indemnify and 17 million tons of fabrics and textile waste every Beef dishes: Four days hold harmless the Mortgagee from all costs, POEHLMAN ELECTRIC year. These elements can be repurposed and reused Lettuce salads: Five days expenses, or liability related to any of the All types of wiring. and saved from the dump. -- Heloise These are maximums. Funky smells or appear- aforesaid. Free estimates. Insured. SPECIALIZING IN PORTABLE PET PAL ance? Toss it out. -- Heloise TERMSOFSALE:TENTHOUSAND AND WHOLE HOUSE Hi, Heloise! Here is our kitty, Willoughby. We ——— ($10,000.00) DOLLARS shall be paid by certi- KOHLER GENERATORS, fied or bank cashier's check by the Buyer at the SERVICE UPGRADES, found him five years ago in an RV park. He had Send a money-saving or timesaving hint to SMALL JOBS, POOLS. been left behind by a family on vacation. He’s the Heloise, P.O. Box 795001, San Antonio, TX 78279- time and place of sale, and the balance to be paid by certified or bank cashier's check within Gutter de-icing cables sweetest boy who is so endearing; in fact, his nick- 5001, or you can fax it to 1-210-HELOISE or email thirty (30) days thereafter to McElroy, Deutsch, installed. All calls answered! name is “Mr. Love”! -- Lon and Debra D., via email it to [email protected]. I can’t answer your let- Mulvaney & Carpenter, LLP, 117 Metro Center Best prices, prompt service. Readers, would you like to see Willoughby and ter personally but will use the best hints received in Blvd., Suite 1004, Warwick, RI 02886. The suc- Lic. #A-16886 cessful bidder shall be required to sign a (413)562-5816 our other Pet Pals? Visit www.Heloise.com and my column. Memorandum of Terms of Sale containing the above terms at the Auction sale. FIREWOOD

As an additional condition and term of the sale, AFFORDABLE FIREWOOD in the event the successful bidder refuses to sign the Memorandum of Sale or fails to com- Seasoned and green. Cut, plete the purchase in accordance with the terms and conditions of said foreclosure sale, split, delivered. Any length. the Mortgagee reserves the right to sell the Now ready for immediate mortgaged premises to the next highest bidder, delivery. Senior, Veteran and and so on, and to accept all bids upon the con- bulk discounts apply! dition that said next highest bidder shall depos- it with mortgagee's attorney the amount of the Call: 413-530-4820 required deposit as set forth herein within three (3) business days after written notice of default of the previous highest bidder. Mortgagee may, in its sole discretion, but shall not be required Wood Chopper Bob's Firewood to, utilize this process with each subsequent Green and Seasoned Firewood. bidder under the same terms. Upon deposit of Hardwoods cut/split to length. the $10,000.00 earnest money by the next Boiler/firepit wood available! highest bidder, said bidder shall become the (413)301-5229 or (860)463-6519 Buyer for purposes of the foregoing para- graphs and completion of the sale. In addition, in the event of default by the successful Bidder and the next highest bidder(s), Mortgagee also GENERAL SERVICES reserves the right to assume the next highest bid and proceed with the purchase of the prop- AMAZON RETURNS erty in accordance with the Memorandum of We will pick up your return, Sale. Ship to Amazon, Provide a shipping receipt This sale may be postponed or adjourned from time to time, if necessary, by the Mortgagee at All for $5.99 per/package. the scheduled time and place of sale. The de- We are local 413-441-3388 scription of the premises contained in said mortgage shall control in the event of a typo- graphical error in this publication

Other terms, if any, to be announced at the sale. CRYSTAL CLEAR WINDOWS Windows cleaned inside and out. Free estim- ates, fully insured. Call Paul 413-237-2053 PEOPLE'S UNITED BANK, N.A. Present holder of said mortgage By its Attorneys, RICHIE’S HOME IMPROVEMENTS Contractor/Mechanical Services/ Handyman /s/ Clint D. Watts Replacement windows, vinyl siding, roofing, MCELROY, DEUTSCH, MULVANEY & gutters installed/cleaned, remodeling, painting, CARPENTER, LLP flooring/carpeting, masonry, carpentry, power- Metro East Office Park washing & ceramic tiling. Residential/commer- 117 Metro Center Boulevard, Suite 1004 cial. No job too small. Lic#148425/Insured Warwick, RI 02886 413-746-2171/413-246-0927 (401)298-9001 WINDOW & GUTTER CLEANING by OLD SCHOOL The Zekos Group Auctioneers Power washing, homes start at $99; $75 Paul Zekos, Auctioneer Gutter Cleaning; 50% off Window Cleaning. MA License No. 104 Call Bob 413-896-6442. FULLYINSURED (508) 842-9000 www.windowcleanup.com THE WESTFIELD NEWS WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM SATURDAY, JULY 17, 2021 - PAGE 9

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