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PRSRT STD Belchertown, Granby & Amherst U.S. POSTAGE PAID PALMER, MA PERMIT NO. 22 ECR-WSS LOCAL POSTAL CUSTOMER THURSDAY, JULY 23, 2020 entinelYOUR HOMETOWN NEWSPAPER SINCE 1915 A TURLEY PUBLICATIONS ❙ www.turley.com Volume 105 • Number 16 www.sentinel.turley.com BELCHERTOWN REGION GRANBY SPORTS Firefighters to receive A pillar of Library keeps doors closed, Will high schools be able federal grants...p. 3 the region...p. 5 but books open...p. 9 to play fall sports...p. 15 BOS weighs adding public comments

MELINA BOURDEAU Massachusetts Municipal ly public comment period. both sides. I DON’T WANT TO Staff Report Association and knowing we may “There is business we need to Selectboard member Jim Barry be looking at remote meetings for do at these meetings, and these are said if the board is going to open OPEN EVERY CAN BELCHERTOWN – The some time into the future I wonder our meetings, they’re not the pub- up a public comment period it OF WORMS Belchertown Selectboard began a whether we want to think about – lic’s meetings,” he said. “I would should be every meeting. discussion about adding a public like our school committee has – a rather have an agenda where “I think if we’re going to stick PEOPLE ARE comment period to its agenda on very defined time of public com- we’re taking comment on a host to comments on only about what THINKING ABOUT, Monday night with mixed reviews ment period,” she said. of things and build the agenda that is on the agenda, I want to make BUT“ I WANT TO from board members. She added it was recommended way, maybe not every meeting. sure the agendas are well pub- Selectboard Chair Gail from the Massachusetts Municipal I’m a little worried about public lished. We’re getting them out on KNOW WHAT IS Gramarossa began the discus- Association that the public com- comment at every meeting becom- Friday’s I believe for a Monday ON THE MINDS OF sion, asking what members would ment period could be 12 to 15 ing what drives the agenda.” meeting,” Barry said. “Maybe the think of having the public com- minutes and comments would be A second point he made was agenda should be published on THE RESIDENTS ment period that was limited to the limited to one per person. that people often come to speak Thursdays to give plenty of notice AND THE agenda items or allowing people to Selectboard member Nick at a public comment period and about what the agenda is. If we speak potentially more than once. O’Connor said he’s not opposed to oftentimes the opposing sides COMMUNITY.” “In talking with a few the comment period, but he would is not represented, which would other folks on selectboards, be more inclined to have a month- then require the board to hear See BOS, page 8 • JEN TURNER

STATE Belchertown STARLIGHT received PHOTO BY MELINA BOURDEAU

The drive-in event hosted by housing the Belchertown Recreation De- partment and Cultural Council designation MOVIE last Friday was sold out with a waiting list to see the movie “Abominable.” STAFF REPORT

BOSTON – The Baker-Polito Administration announced the NIGHT inclusion of eight new communities in the Housing Choice Communities program and the re-designation of 56 Housing Choice Communities. The newly designated communities are: Amesbury, Belchertown, Medfield, Middleborough, Newburyport, North Attleborough, Salem and Sunderland. This brings the total number of current Housing Choice Communities to 74 across the Commonwealth. This program is designed to recognize communities who have made substan- tial progress towards housing development goals and for the implementation of housing best practices to encourage sustainable development. The Housing Choice Designation is part of the MELINA BOURDEAU Thibeault, said the feedback he heard He said the department is interested in Baker-Polito Administration’s from the event was positive. doing the event again before the end of strategy to produce 135,000 new BELCHERTOWN – With over a thou- “We set up in one of the parking lots at the summer, if not more than once. housing units by 2025 to meet the sand views on social media and a waitlist Belchertown High School and it was the “We’ve never done a drive-in before,” high demand of housing across to get in, the drive-in movie hosted by the best location from a visual standpoint,” he said. “We’re excited and looking the state. Belchertown Recreational Department said Thibeault. “People really enjoyed it.” to do another one, the department has Between 2015 and 2019, was such a success, another event in the He said there was a waitlist for the talked about the Sandlot or the Goonies this year’s 64 Housing Choice near future is being considered.” event, which was host to 50 vehicles in to try to hit different audiences, so to Belchertown Recreation Director, Kyle every space in the parking lot. speak.” See HOUSING, page 14 •

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❚ COMMUNITY Local youth named Mini Miss Massachusetts PHONE STAFF REPORT or postpone most of their events 413.283.8393 scheduled for the spring. However, Fax: 413.289.1977 BELCHERTOWN - Seven- the pageant decided the show must Subscriptions: 413.283.8393 year-old Madilyn Henderson, of go on and got creative. They rolled Belchertown, couldn’t believe out a new way for the contestants EMAIL what she was hearing on Sunday, to walk the runway, virtually. Advertising Sales June 14 when her name was Each contestant was asked to film Maureen McGarrett Hall announced as the new East Coast themselves at home walking the [email protected] USA Mini Miss Massachusetts. “runway” in her beauty dress and “I’ve been waiting for this runway outfit, as well as submit a Editor moment,” Henderson said headshot. Henderson got to strut Melina Bourdeau about hearing her name being her stuff in the front yard of her [email protected] called as the title winner. “When Belchertown home, using the they said, ‘You’re the new family’s gardens as the backdrop. Subscriptions Mini Miss Massachusetts’ I “I was sad because I didn’t $31 per year pre-paid never thought it was going to get to perform on stage,” said ($36 out of state) be me. But then when they said Henderson. “But it was still my name, I just freaked out.” fun, and I got to practice a lot.” WEB Henderson has participated in the Since being crowned the 2020- www.sentinel.turley.com same pageant two other times but 21 Mini Miss Massachusetts, placed as a runner-up title hold- Henderson has already been busy @ The Sentinel er. It turns out, this was her year. doing what she can to make a dif- Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, ference in her community. She East Coast USA Pageant – like recently donated several bags of The Sentinel is published by Turley Publications, Inc. • www.turley.com many others – needed to cancel clothes to Planet Aid, but most

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Turley Publications offers two types of obituaries. One is a free, brief Death Notice listing PHOTO COURTESY OF PETER CAMYRE Madilyn Henderson is the new Mini Miss Massachusetts for the East Coast USA pageant the name of deceased, system. She was crowned June 14. date of death and funeral date and place. recently she held a pet food col- queen is now preparing for her The other is a Paid lection to benefit the Belchertown trip to nationals, which is sched- Obituary, costing Animal Control shelter. uled to take place in September “I like helping animals,” said in Parsippany, New Jersey. $120, which allows Henderson. “Since they don’t Henderson will join other beau- families to publish have owners who can go out ty queens from up and down extended death notice and buy food for them, I want- the coast for three days of fun ed to collect it for them.” and building new friendships. information of their Henderson’s collection was “I hope that I can win the prize [at own choice and may quite successful in just the seven nationals],” said Henderson. “But include a photograph. days it ran. She filled two stor- I hope to meet new friends, too.” Death Notices & age bins and received $60 in The East Coast USA Pageant is cel- cash donations to purchase ebrating its 21st year. They give Paid Obituaries more supplies for her collection. away more than $150,000 annu- should be “I hope [the animals] are happy ally in cash and prizes. The pag- submitted through a when they get the food,” she said. eant is for girls and women of all The newly crowned beauty ages and is a fun family-oriented funeral home to: event. For children under the age [email protected]. of 11, no make-up is permitted. SUBMITTED PHOTO “It’s just fun making friends Exceptions will be made and winning different prizes,” only when the family Madilyn Henderson shows off the pet Henderson said about participating 3.5”provides x 2.5”a death certificate | Maximum Font Size: 30 pt supplies she collected for the Belcher- in the pageant. and must be pre-paid. town Animal Control shelter.

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❚ COMMUNITY Clapp Belchertown firefighters to receive federal grants Memorial STAFF REPORT BELCHERTOWN – Belcher- town Fire Department received Library $9,281.12 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). update Massachusetts received $475,701 out of $6.4 million STAFF REPORT in direct assistance grants from FEMA to 226 fire departments BELCHERTOWN – nationwide through the agen- Announcing the Virtual cy’s 2020 fiscal year Assistance Library Comic Convention. to Firefighters Grant COVID-19 To celebrate comic and Supplemental program (AFG-S). graphic novels together even Additional phases will soon be while the pandemic keeps us announced. apart, there will be virtual The Fiscal Year 2020 events being held on the after- Assistance to Firefighters noon of July 30, 2020, with Grant Program - COVID- free, unlimited registration for 19 Supplemental (AFG-S) is a everyone in the Massachusetts, supplemental funding opportu- thanks to MBLC. The sessions nity under the Assistance to feature comic authors and art- Firefighters Grant Program ists, as well as librarians dis- (AFG). AFG is one of three cussing publishing programs FEMA grant programs that available at public libraries. focus on enhancing the safety of Sessions include: the public and firefighters with -Worth 1,000 Words: Visual respect to fire and fire-related Storytelling Through Comics PHOTO BY MELINA BOURDEAU hazards. The AFG-S Program Belchertown Fire Department recently received about $9,000 in grant funding from FEMA. and Graphic Novels accomplishes this by providing -Comic Book Art 101: financial assistance directly to Demonstrations, Tips and prepare for, and respond to the Security. tance and monitoring provided by eligible fire departments, nonaf- Tricks of the Trade COVID-19 public health emer- FEMA obligates funding for FEMA Fire Program Specialists. filiated emergency medical ser- -BookFeud: Graphic Novel gency. The AFG-S Program this project directly to the recip- Additional information vice organizations, and State Fire and Comic Edition represents part of a comprehen- ient agencies. It is the recipient about FEMA’s Assistance to Training Academies for critical https://createsharediscover. sive set of measures authorized agency’s responsibility to manage Firefighters grant program(s) may Personal Protective Equipment com/vlcc-events/ by Congress and implemented their grant award within federal be found at https://www.fema. and supplies needed to prevent, As part of this, leading by the Department of Homeland guidelines with technical assis- gov/firegrants. comic and graphic novel publishing partners are coming together to help libraries deliver remote services. 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THE BEST FRESH Summer reading LOCALLY GROWN! W challenge week six STAFF REPORT There is a program called “Escape It's Here! the Enchanted Forest” where children Locally Grown BELCHERTOWN – This year, the will complete activities such as cook- summer reading theme for libraries ing, building, learning magic tricks, Butter & Sugar across the country is “Imagine your reading and more to make their way story.” through a world of fairies, giants, cas- SWEET CORN There are two options – one is to tles, trolls, monsters and other mythi- Fresh Every Day register online at www.clapplibrary. cal creatures. Each activity they com- org and make an account in Beanstack plete will earn them a raffle ticket for to join “Escape the Enchanted prizes. This summer most prizes will Locally Grown Forest.” Or to follow the Sentinel each be gift certificates to local businesses. Rebuild the castle. Using any mate- week and then report to the Clapp rials around you (paper tubes, build- FANCY FRESH Memorial when you have completed This week’s challenge is: ing bricks, sticks and stones construct an activity. For those reading along a new castle for the King and Queen. BLUEBERRIES each week in the newspaper, be sure Lost Royalty to keep a log and track all the com- As you tiptoe into a quiet, over- Activity pleted activities and report it to the grown area of the Enchanted Forest, Make costumes, design props and NOW AVAILABLE library, either by calling 323-0417 or you spy crumbled stones and a dry find an audience. Virtual and/or furry email [email protected]. moat. From beyond the moat, you co-stars and audience members count. Locally Grown For those looking to go online, hear a commanding voice call, “Halt! Did you grant some wishes last from Nearby Farms visit www.clapplibrary.org to register You are trespassing upon the land of week? for all programs. the Lost Castle!” Poof! As you grant the final wish, Yellow & Green Beans, Imagine Your Story is for children You freeze in your tracks and turn the genie keeps his promise to help Yellow & Zucchini Squash, ages 11 and younger. Children will slowly toward the voice. “Because you. His magic cannot break the create an online account through you have dared to cross into this land, enchantment of the forest, but he Long Green Cucumbers, Beanstack, found on the library’s the Lost King and Queen demand you sends you closer to the edge as repay- Pickling Cukes, Cabbage, website. entertain them.” ment for your assistance. Red Raspberries, Eggplant, Peppers

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Amid the COVID-19 foresight paid off tenfold in 2020. pandemic, the operation has taken “As awful as the current situ- on even greater responsibility. ation is, it really tests all of the The food bank operates out of a previous work of everybody who The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts has been making a difference all throughout the region since 1982. bustling 35,000 square foot ware- has come through and worked house in Hadley, employs approx- here before,” said Cortis. “It really imately 45 workers and oversees ty protocols and maintaining the allows us to see everything they warehouse’s condition. Countless the delivery of food items to pan- built and all the successes that they tries and kitchens spread through- community and corporate dona- had and really the vision that they tions enable them to pick from full out four Massachusetts counties. had. For us to be successful now, As the pandemic threatens the shelves. it’s because their vision in getting “On the receiving side, we financial and food security of thou- us to this point was correct.” sands of residents, the food bank also have four trucks coming in On a daily basis, food bank today as well to deliver. That’s has stood tall, extending lifelines employees prepare more than to many. in addition to farmers and dona- 50,000 pounds of food for distribu- tions we receive from over at “In May of 2019, in terms of all tion. Last week, the facility distrib- of the clients that we served that [C&S Wholesale Grocers],” said uted 250,000 pounds of food, and Cortis. “We work with farmers all month, we served 95,000 clients. this past Monday, 14 trucks arrived Jumping over to May of 2020, we of the time. That’s another bene- to pick up orders. fit of being where we are in this served nearly 110,000. Many of While the logistics may seem those new clients are people who part of the Pioneer Valley. We ware overwhelming, employees meticu- so close to all of our farmers, and PHOTOS BY DALTON ZBIERSKI lost their jobs because of the pan- lously prepare deliveries each day demic; it’s pretty significant,” said they really are fantastic.” Tucked between the farmland of Hadley, the Food Bank of Western Massachusetts while adhering to COVID-19 safe- has supplied local food pantries with millions of meals. Lillian Baulding, Communications Baulding noted that Big Y World Class Market delivers a truckload of meat every Tuesday. She added specifically makes the food bank that everyday residents can con- special. tribute to the cause by providing “At the end of the day, even if small monetary donations, which you are having a bad day, every- Baulding said helps provide more body knows that they’re still feed- than canned goods. ing somebody; they’re still help- “If people want to donate, for ing people,” said Cortis. “I think every dollar that is donated, we that really goes a long way with can provide four meals,” he said. someone’s attitude. Everybody “That can be a dinner for a family here helps out when needed. When of four. Rather than going to the we bring somebody in, we want grocery store and buying a can of somebody who is invested in the food that’s a dollar, if you donate mission.” it to us, we can provide four meals For more information on with that,” adding that donations the Food Bank of Western from household are prohibited on Massachusetts and its various pro- account of COVID-19. grams, one can visit its website at While working in a warehouse foodbankwma.org. can be exhausting at times, but Cortis said his passion is fueled by Dalton Zbierski is a Staff Writer Brian Longto operates a piece of Food Operations Manager Mike Cortis stands beside Communications and En- the fact that the operation serves to and can be reached at dzbierski@ machinery inside the Food Bank of gagement Officer Lillian Baulding inside the Food Bank of Western Massachusetts help others. He summarized what turley.com. Western Massachusetts on the morn- on July 15. ing of July 15. 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❚ OPINION

GUEST COLUMN Turley Publications Time to learn the Letters to the system from the inside Editor Policy

LEE H. HAMILTON Letters to the edi- Guest columnist tor should be 350 words or less in ’ve spent a long time in politics, and over those years length. No unsigned one thing has remained constant: There are a lot or anonymous opin- Imore Americans who criticize government than there ions will be pub- are who serve and do something about it. lished. We require I’ll admit, there have been times when I’ve felt a letter writers to bit resentful. It’s hard to enter the fray, be expected to include his or her listen patiently to criticism from all comers, and then town of residence look around to find that many of them are nowhere to be and home telephone found when it comes to the hard work of improving our communities and our system. number. We must But far more than annoyance, what I’ve felt is amaze- authenticate author- ment at the immense but often un-grasped opportunity ship prior to publi- our system offers. This is especially acute these days, cation. We reserve as millions of Americans take to the streets and to social the right to edit or media with passionate intensity, driven by deeply-held withhold any sub- beliefs or newfound conviction and a sense that it’s time missions deemed to to weigh in. I agree—but then, I think it’s always time to be libelous or con- weigh in. That’s what our system asks of us as citizens. tain unsubstantiated And in particular, I’d argue that it asks us to do it from allegations, person- the inside, not just from the outside. al attacks, defama- We desperately need citizens to enter the public tion of character arena—people who are not afraid to plunge in and try to Common questions regarding improve our democratic institutions. To be sure, critics and offensive lan- and ordinary engaged citizens have an important role guage. All unknown to play in shaping the public discourse. But if at some tomatoes, shrubs and more or alleged facts and quotations offered point in their lives they and others do not also see a duty his is a common question about the to serve, our nation is in trouble. cracks that often occur on toma- by the author need to I know the arguments you can find against it. You toes: “most of the fruit have circular cite credible, unbi- have to compromise your values. It’s thankless. The sys- T cracks, almost all the way around, up near ased sources. Send tem turns you into a cog. You make yourself a target of the stem end. Is this a disease or nutrient letters to: Sentinel scrutiny. You can’t actually accomplish anything. deficiency?” Editor Melina To all of this, I say: So? There is no question that Neither! What you are describing are Bourdeau, 24 Water our governing institutions need improving. But it’s growth cracks. Tomatoes generally crack St., Palmer, MA not going to happen unless people with the power to when a droughty period is followed by 01069 or via email to change them roll up their sleeves and set about doing so. lots of rain. Cracks tend to be worse if the And those people are the ones inside those institutions, [email protected]. weather has been hot. The tomatoes on two The deadline for sub- who’ve learned how they work and who understand that of the nine plants I am growing in my veg- actual change happens by dint of legislation, administra- missions is Friday at etable garden are exhibiting this problem as 5 p.m. tion, and the nitty-gritty details of reform. well. Some varieties tend to be more “crack There are plenty of other things you can do, too: tolerant” than others, and are labeled as vote, spend time learning the issues you care about, such in seed catalogs. To prevent future make informed judgments about your elected represen- cracks, be sure to water on a regular basis. tatives, get involved in organizations that advocate for Don’t be afraid to eat damaged fruit; while the causes you value. But as writer Andy Smarick put it they aren’t pretty, they are edible. More Belchertown, Granby & Amherst recently in “The Bulwark,” “[G]overning is formative. prone to rot, however, so use them quickly. perfect size right now, but I am worried Knocking on doors as a candidate is not just about win- they will get out of hand. Do you have SentinelYOUR HOMETOWN NEWSPAPER SINCE 1915 ning votes. Sitting through a long bill hearing is not just Autumnal sunflowers any pruning tips to pass along?” inquires a about following the legislative process. Taking part in The Sentinel is published A perennial aficionado from Brimfield Palmer homeowner. every Thursday by Turley public debates is not just about self-expression. Making is curious about the autumnal sunflower Sure! For this job you will need a pair a tough governing decision is not just about resolving a Publications, Inc., 24 Water (Helenium autumnale), otherwise known as of hand clippers, not hedge trimmers. New St., Palmer, Mass. 01069. policy matter. Through these activities, the public ser- Sneezeweed. “I absolutely love this plant growth is obvious: it is very flexible, light- vant listens to fellow citizens, learns of competing prior- Telephone (413) 283-8393, Fax for the late season color that it adds to my er in color and extends several inches from (413) 289-1977. ities, and witnesses principles in conflict.” perennial border. My only problem is that the shrub’s silhouette. With clippers in In our democracy, these and other skills are vital, not it is too tall. I have pinched back perennial hand, grab a branch, and instead of remov- just for public officials, but for any citizen who wants to asters for years with success. Can this same ing just the new growth, make a cut well PATRICK H. TURLEY CEO be involved in the community. Listening to our peers, technique be used to make a stouter clump within the body of the shrub. This process understanding their hopes, appreciating the differences of Sneezeweed?” is called “making windows.” The windows among them, grasping why accommodation and com- It certainly can. Like you, I love every- allow light to penetrate the plant’s interior KEITH TURLEY promise are crucial to resolving those differences, and thing about Sneezeweed, except for its causing regeneration to occur. Repeat in President learning how to accomplish them are part and parcel of height, which can top off at four feet! It various spots on each shrub for a balanced making a representative democracy work. People who is a native plant, which is not bothered by appearance. Any straggly growth that EDITOR do this feel in their bones how hard it is to govern in insects or diseases to speak of, has lovely remains can be nipped back. By pruning in Melina Bourdeau a large, diverse republic, and why we depend on large long-lasting yellow or rusty orange flowers this manner each year, healthy, new growth [email protected] numbers of ordinary people to step forward, find their and despite what its name implies, doesn’t is encouraged, yet height and width control niche, and participate on town boards, in state legisla- make you sneeze. Years ago I experimented is maintained. Too labor intensive for you? ADVERTISING SALES tures, and in Congress. with reducing the height of my own plants Alright, use the hedge trimmers first, then Maureen McGarrett Hall So, as I look about at the remarkable levels of public and pinched them back twice. They were make a few windows, for nearly the same [email protected] engagement in this intense political year, I find myself about 18 inches shorter at bloom time than effect. Yews were quite popular foundation hoping that more comes out of it than simple public they would have been and still flowered plants decades ago and are nice evergreens SPORTS EDITOR pressure. I hope that people who’d never considered it abundantly. Next year try it for yourself. if managed properly and not left to their Greg Scibelli before decide it’s time to step forward, serve in public When the plant is about a foot tall, remove own devices. [email protected] office, and help their fellow citizens make this a better the top few nodes of each shoot. Repeat country. the pinching process a couple of weeks Roberta McQuaid graduated from the SOCIAL MEDIA later, finishing by the end of June. This Stockbridge School of Agriculture at the Lee Hamilton is a senior advisor for the Indiana will give the plant ample time to grow to a University of Massachusetts. For the last University Center on Representative Government; a respectable height and initiate buds in time 28 years, she has held the position of staff @ The Sentinel Distinguished Scholar at the IU Hamilton Lugar School for its debut come August. horticulturalist at Old Sturbridge Village. of Global and International Studies; and a Professor She enjoys growing food as well as flow- of Practice at the IU O’Neill School of Public and WEB Yew bushes ers. Have a question for her? Email it to www.sentinel.turley.com Environmental Affairs. He was a member of the U.S. “I have some yews growing along the [email protected] with “Gardening House of Representatives for 34 years. foundation of my house. They are the Question” in the subject line.

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❚ PUBLIC SAFETY Belchertown Police Granby Police

Editor’s note: The following are brief of 257 East Main Street, Chicopee was care of by friends. The person sustained Editor’s Note: The Granby Police explanations of select entries in the arrested on charges of trespassing. several injuries and was transported to the Department responded to 109 calls for the Belchertown Police log and arrests for An officer was on patrol near Carriage hospital. Environment police and detective week of July 10 through July 16. Those the weeks of July 8 through July 14. The Lane when they noticed someone was responded on scene at which point the arrested are presumed innocent until information was provided by a member walking on the Belchertown State School officer took over the scene and investiga- proven guilty in a court of law. All infor- of the police department based on the property. The officer attempted to identify tion. mation is provided by the Granby Police review of the detailed log summary. This the man who was advised he was tres- Monday, July 13 Department. feature is designed to provide context and passing. The man kept giving the officer 7:25 a.m. – The Belchertown K-9 explanation to some of the calls police different names and different birthdates responded to Federal Street after a report ARRESTS/SUMMONS respond to every day. Of the 290 calls and became argumentative wasn’t going there was an open window of an aban- There were no arrests or summons this police responded to, there were 13 inci- to give his real name. He was placed doned residence. The house was found to week. dents, 3 accidents, 6 arrest/summons and under arrest and taken into custody. The be empty and the mortgage company was 8 citations. clerk contacted and advised he would be contacted to secure the residence. ACCIDENTS/INCIDENTS released on reconnaissance. 10:09 a.m. – Officers spoke with person ARRESTS/SUMMONS about a possible 209A violation. It was Friday, July 10 ACCIDENTS/INCIDENTS determined there was no violation. 6:28 a.m. – Officers investigated a report Saturday, July 11 of theft from inside unlocked motor vehicle Tuesday, July 14 1:13 p.m. – A 32-year-old female and Wednesday, July 8 on East Street. 12:29 a.m. – An officer spoke a caller a 33-year-old male from Newington, 12:57 p.m. –A wallet found at a State 6:30 a.m. – Officers investigated a report who reported fraudulent activities on their Connecticut were issued summons for Street business was turned in to an officer. of theft from inside unlocked motor vehicle It belonged to a Monson resident. The bank account. The calling party reported on Barton Street. trespassing. they noticed progress on the video game Officers were in the area of Carriage party was contacted and was made aware 7:52 a.m. – Officers investigated a stolen of the wallet which was placed into evi- Fortnite was erased and the account was motor vehicle from East Street. The vehicle Lane when they came upon people on the changed to a different email of Russian previous Belchertown State School prop- dence. was located. origin. Contact was made with Paypal 8:24 a.m. – Officers investigated a report erty. The two were identified and were and a representative said told the call- Thursday, July 9 of theft from inside unlocked motor vehicle told to leave the property and would be er to download an app in order to help. 3:34 p.m. – Officers took a call report- on East Street. The incident is still under summoned for trespassing. However, the app was used to access the ing unemployment fraud. investigation. 2:57 p.m. – A 31-year-old Springfield caller’s device and accounts. The caller woman of issued a summons for leaving was also asked to verify a gift card to 6:53 p.m. – Officers investigated a report the scene of property damage after an Friday July, 10 of theft from inside unlocked motor vehi- 1:13 a.m. – Officers dispatched to a know the location the caller was from. accident. cle on Pleasant Street. The incident is still Federal Street residence after a report The caller purchased the gift card. The Officers were dispatched to a residence under investigation. someone was trying to kill them. The caller told the officer they wanted to after a report that a vehicle struck their party advised they made a previous call report the incident. There are no further mailbox and fled the scene. The report- suspects at this time. Saturday, July 11 regarding threatening emails from the 7:45 p.m. – Officers investigated an alter- ing party said the driver pulled over on same party. The party told the officer he 4:54 a.m. – Officers took a report of a Greenwich Hill Road. Officers located male party outside of a building striking cation between two individuals. Criminal was scared, and he had been beat up by charges were issued. a vehicle matching the description and individuals. The person had a number of a car. An officer on was dispatched to conducted a stop where the operator told the address and said the person entered fresh brises and bumps. An ambulance Monday, July 13 the officer she planned on paying for the dispatched to the scene. There are no sus- the building which was determined to be 1:58 p.m. – Officers investigated an iden- damage. pects at this time and the case is under their home. Officer spoke with the male tity theft report. The incident is still under 6:35 p.m. – A 24-year-old Chicopee investigation. party who was loud and aggressive. The investigation. man was issued a summons for operating 7:32 p.m. – Officers took a report of man told officer there was an argument a vehicle with a suspended license. unemployment fraud. between another party and himself. The While monitoring for traffic, an officer parties parted ways and a report was Tuesday, July 14 saw a vehicle speeding in attempted to get Saturday, July 11 made. 5:28 p.m. – Officers investigated a two- the attention of onlookers by letting off the 12:43 a.m. – Officers responded to a 1:05 p.m. – Officers responded to a car accident on Pleasant Street. Minor inju- throttle, trying to break and accelerating. residence for a report of teenage who was North Main Street residence to assist a ries were reported. The officer followed the vehicle as the overdosing on medication and alcohol. delivery driver who dropped off a package driver put the vehicle into neutral at the Officers assisted Belchertown Fire and at the wrong residence. After speaking light and revved the engine. The operator paramedics. The teenager was transported with a woman from the resi- was identified and charged after it was dis- to the hospital and a 51A report was filed. dence, the officers determined the package was picked up covered they had a suspended license. 11:46 p.m. – A Federal Street business regarding an individual who was refusing by a male party. Once the delivery driver realized a mis- NEWS & FEATURES Sunday, July 12 to get out of another person’s car. When take was made, they returned As a paper of record, we attempt to cover all general 12:45 p.m. –A summons was issued officers got on scene, there was a party in news, personality profiles, and community features that the vehicle another in next to the vehicle. to retrieve it. The man told to 58-year-old Ludlow man was charged the delivery drive it was the we know about. This includes all selectmen and school with unlicensed operation. The two had an argument and the first told committee meetings as well as spot planning board, board the second they didn’t want them in their right address. Officers spoke of health, finance, and other town meetings determined by Officers were dispatched to South with the man who claimed Street for a report of a motorcycle acci- car. The man was provided with transpor- the issue’s relevance to our readers. There are the annual tation to their residence. The first person to return the package to the major community event features that we should always cover, dent with one person injured. On scene, correct address. The original but we are more than open to suggestions of other features officers found, the motorcycle was on the noted there was damage to the passenger to celebrate the fabric of our communities and their many side window, which was smashed from caller reported the package ground. Officers spoke with the reporting was in the right spot. interesting occupants. Our loyal advertisers provide funding the inside. for this paid staff coverage. party, who said they noticed their friend 2:39 p.m. – Officers wasn’t behind them as they were riding. Sunday, July 12 responded to an accident For more information on news Belchertown Fire and paramedics trans- 8:16 p.m. – Officers and Belchertown on Federal Street. Officers or community features for ported the operator to the hospital. The The Sentinel, please email Fire and paramedics dispatched to the reported the single-car acci- person was issued a summons for operat- [email protected] area of State Street, for a dirt bike accident occurred when the vehi- ing without an active motorcycle permit dent with injuries. The responders were cle was struck by a deer. No or license. directed to a field near a residence where injuries were reported. 6:44 p.m. – Adam Andrew Lord Jr. 20, a person was on the ground being taken

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riders on MBTA transportation and com- The bill represents an important step limits in construction zones and in using Includes $50M muter rail, starting on Jan. 1, 2022. in reducing traffic congestion, and tasks blue lights to mark construction activities, authorization for The full breakdown of bond authoriza- the Department of Transportation with where permitted by the Registrar of Motor tions included in the bill the following as collecting new information and creating Vehicles. Furthermore, the Department East-West Rail Project well as others: expert-driven plans to respond to the issue. would be authorized to enter fixed-price These include seeking federal approval to job order contracts with a contractor for the BOSTON - Vice Chair of the Joint • $5.6 billion for federally aided high- Committee on Transportation Senator join the Value Pricing Pilot Program, which contractor’s performance of a specific con- ways provides state agencies with options to struction project. Eric Lesser joined colleagues in the • $2 billion for non-federally aided high- manage congestion. The bill addresses the growth of trans- Massachusetts State Senate in passing leg- ways To further aid the Department in reduc- islation to jumpstart investment in trans- • $150 million for the pavement improve- portation network companies, and the pub- portation infrastructure and make the ment program ing congestion, the bill establishes a spe- lic’s need to be informed. It requires that Commonwealth’s transportation system • $90 million for the municipal bridge cial commission on roadway and conges- such companies submit monthly reports more reliable and accessible to residents. program tion pricing, which would also investigate to the Transportation Network Companies The legislation includes provisions • $50 million for the local bottleneck and recommend options for regionally Division of the Department of Public authored by Lesser on Regional Ballot reduction program equitable roadway pricing mechanisms. Utilities. That division is then required to Initiatives to give communities the option • $100 million for the municipal pave- Additionally, the bill allows public authori- make an annual report, publicly available to invest and vote on local projects. The ment program ties to more clearly include time as a factor on its website, posting the total number of bill also includes a $50,000 authorization • $50 million for the complete streets in evaluating private bids for construction rides provided by all transportation net- for East-West Rail as a down payment on program projects. The Department is required to work companies, as well as the cities and preparatory work as the MassDOT study • $50 million for the bus transit infra- conduct a study examining the potential towns in which those rides originated and nears completion and momentum builds on structure partnership of mileage-based revenue-collection as an terminated, and average miles and minutes a federal level. • $1.25 billion for the next generation alternative to the current system of toll of rides which terminated in a different “Communities have been hit hard by the bridge program roads. town than they originated. The bill would pandemic and job losses are at all-time • $400 million for the rail and transit In a move that will give regions better also establish regulations for scooters and highs. There has never been a more urgent access program need to invest in our infrastructure and cre- control over their transportation infrastruc- e-bikes. • $330 million for regional transit author- ture, the bill allows cities and towns, upon The bill also defines and regulates the ate jobs in every corner of our state,” said ities local acceptance by local government and amounts of fines for several transporta- Lesser. “The investments called for in this • $60 million for the transit mobility legislation will put thousands of people to assistance program local voters at the ballot, to utilize certain tion-related activities. Penalties are defined work and will help restore our economy in • $250 million for rail improvements revenue sources for transportation-related for improper use of a designated bus lane, every region of our Commonwealth.” • $89 million for aeronautics safety and projects within the municipality or region. for railroads who fail to provide timely and The bill, An Act Authorizing and modernization These regional ballot initiatives are utilized sufficient flaggers, speeding in an active Accelerating Transportation Investment, • $475 million for multi-modal transpor- across the county to allow cities and towns construction zone, nonpayment of citations, authorizes roughly $17 billion in bonds tation planning and implementation to raise money locally to invest in local and failure to move a vehicle involved in a for a wide variety of infrastructure proj- • $50 million for transportation informa- transportation projects. crash from a travel lane on a public way. ects, including both upkeep and mainte- tion technology At the Massachusetts Department Passengers who fail to pay or prepay fares nance, as well as modernization. In addi- • $20 million for a public realm improve- of Transportation, two new offices are would be subject to less punitive punish- tion to addressing issues such as construc- ment program in response to COVID- created by the bill: An Office of Bus ment and arrest for fare evasion on the tion, regional initiatives, traffic congestion, 19 Transformation and an Office of Rail MBTA transit system would be prohibited. and transportation network company data • $75 million for electric vehicle grants Enhancement. Each office would be dedi- The bill must now be reconciled with sharing, this legislation addresses equity for municipalities and regional transit cated to improving the productivity, equi- legislation previously passed by the in the transportation system by requiring a authorities ty and environmental sustainability of Massachusetts House of Representatives. low-income fare program which will pro- • $574 million for local and regional vide discounted transit fares to qualifying its respective system. The Department is transportation projects given new authorities in establishing speed

Quabbin Art offers free online art demos WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT LABORER REGION – Quabbin Art Association is of Youtube instructional videos. offering free 30-minute art tutorials that are Here’s the line-up: The Town of Belchertown is accepting applications for a Laborer at designed to connect artists to one another, Watercolor with Deborah Sacon debsa- to introduce a wide range of art forms, to [email protected] the Wastewater Treatment Plant. This position involves repairing and play and to make art together, and to pro- Monday, July 27 at 12 p.m. maintaining the facility’s machinery, responsible for preventative and vide teaching opportunities for those who Zentangle with Susan Shea lifeisartpho- may or may not already offer art classes. [email protected] corrective maintenance of all plant equipment, maintains and cleans Interested in participating? Simply email Wednesday, August 5 at 7 p.m. sewer lines, and other duties as directed or as situations dictate. the presenter to register, and they will for- The Quabbin Art Association are hop- ward the Zoom link, a description of the ing that these classes become another edu- tutorial, and an (optional) supply list. The cational component of QAA that will be A job description for this position and an employment application are only thing required of you is to download offered to members and its community. available in the Selectmen’s Office at The Finnerty House, One South the Zoom app to your device ahead of time If you are interested in checking out our and then click on the link found in the webpage go to www.quabbinartassociation. Main Street, P.O. Box 670, Belchertown, MA 01007 or by calling the presenter’s email on the date and time of com where you can see additional informa- Selectmen’s Office (413-323-0403) during regular business hours. the tutorial. If you are unsure of how to tion about our organization. download the Zoom app, get on the phone This is the first in Quabbin Art The deadline to apply is 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 5, 2020. and ask a friend to walk you through it, or Association’s summer series of on-line follow the instructions on one of the dozens mini art sessions via Zoom.

BOS • from page 1 limit it to x number of minutes per speaker, I think we will avoid filibustering.” O’Connor agreed with Barry, saying that it might be difficult to try to coordinate a monthly public comment. He said he feels more skeptical on the subject. “My concern is people will miss the agenda item and their chance to talk, want to put it back on the agenda. Then we will be extending the decision by weeks,” O’Connor said. He added he does however believe the board should be communicating with the public and doing outreach. SEEKING FULL TIME REGISTERED SCHOOL NURSE Oppositely, Selectboard Vice Chair Jen Turner said she would like to add a public comment period that has nothing to do with the agenda. Eagle Hill School is seeking a professional, motivated, and energetic individual “I don’t want to open every can of worms people are for full time registered school nurse. The position allows the appropriate candidate thinking about, but I want to know what is on the minds of the residents and the community,” Turner said. “Besides the opportunity to directly make a difference in the lives of our high school students. them reaching out to us directly, this might be another ave- Appropriate candidate will possess working knowledge of computers, medication, nue to get an opportunity to speak to us as a group versus triage, as well as strong interpersonal skills and the ability to multi-task. Hours vary, one on one.” Selectboard member Ed Boscher said he thought it would including weekends. Will also maintain a valid Nursing license in Massachusetts. be interesting to give people a chance to have a new avenue Resumes can be faxed attn: Jamie Caban at 413-477-0304 or emailed to jcaban@ of speaking with the board. “Do we limit it to the agenda, I guess I need to think eaglehill.school about that one, but if we do this and we do this every Eagle Hill School is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will selectboard meeting – that’s going to take up a lot of time,” receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, Boscher said. “Maybe we have an open comment period and limit that to once a month, like a hybrid of two models.” sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, Currently, residents can reach the selectboard via email, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. by phone or by mail listed at https://www.belchertown.org/ departments/selectmen/index.php. THE SENTINEL • THURSDAY, JULY 23, 2020 PAGE 9

❚ GRANBY Granby library keeps doors closed, but books open

MELINA BOURDEAU would be scheduled every half hour and sizes based on availability. Staff Writer and computer use would be limited to There are three sizes - adult, youth one hour with an hour break between and child. GRANBY – While the doors appointments to allow for sanitization. Fabric designs included Star of Granby Public Library have not “It’s going to be a lot of extra Wars, Marvel Avengers, Matchbox opened to the public yet, plans were work, there are only two and a half Cars, books, paw prints (white and discussed by the Granby Library of us here,” Crosby said. “We want black), planets, Dr. Suess (white and Board of Trustees last week. to give ourselves enough time to do turquoise), campers, patriotic swirls, Library Director Jennifer Crosby it correctly, before we start letting too patriotic puppies, yarn and paw prints, said the library is busy with curbside many people in and we get inundat- sharks, Daniel Tiger, Pete the Cat, pick-up, with anywhere from 25 to 40 ed.” Paw Patrol, Frozen, Forkie (Toy Story pick-ups per day. All furniture will need to be 4), Trolls and Chubby Kitties. removed as well as non-attached To order please call the library at Reopening papers, signs or materials people can 413-467-3320 for contact free pick “We’ve had a lot of people asking touch. - up. when we are going to open or calling Staff are going to be required to begging to use computers – we’re not work at separate stations. More sup- Schedule a Curbside No Contact quite there yet,” Crosby said. “We are plies will need to be ordered as well, Book Order Pickup in Phase III, libraries are able to open according to Crosby. Pick up will be scheduled Tuesday for limited browsing. This can happen There may be display space for through Friday between 11 a.m. and when all cleaning supplies and PPE young adult and children’s books to 5 p.m. that are needed to conform to safe- get items out while the rooms are Check the online catalog to ty standards are allocated. We’re not closed. search what is currently avail- quite there yet.” She added that she might add curb- able at http://bark.cwmars.org/ She said limited browsing will side pick-up as a permanent option as eg/opac/home?loc=202 and fol- require the staff to make sure the per- it is currently “the safest and closest low Wowbrary to see what’s new son entering has a mask on and sani- choice.” (https://wowbrary.org/signup.aspx- tizes their hands immediately. “I would like to have that option ?l=6671) or follow the library on For computer use, silicone key- for those who are compromised or not Facebook for ideas https://www.face- board covers have been ordered. comfortable coming into the build- book.com/friendsofgranbylibrary/. Crosby hopes to be able to ready to ing,” she said. “I want to give them Call the library at 413-467-3320 open in a few weeks to a month. that option.” to schedule your pick up. A min- “The reopening plan as it stands is imum one hour call ahead time is to begin with limited browsing in our Mask fundraiser required. All pick up times are on great hall area by appointment only,” Need more masks for your family? a first come, first served basis. Crosby said. “This will also be limit- Want to support library programming At your designated time, pull up to ed computer use…we will have two through these hard times? We have the front and pick up the package(s) PHOTO BY MELINA BOURDEAU computers open to the public.” some very dedicated folks who are with your name on it from the cart. A mask fundraiser for the Granby Library is ongoing. Masks cost Browsing will be limited to 20 making masks for the Library. For a Please put all returns in the book $10 and funding goes toward programming at the library. minutes, with a 10-minute cleaning $10 donation get a mask that reflects return. period after patrons leave. Patrons your/your family’s personality. Prints

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❚ GRANBY College NOTES

LOCAL STUDENTS NAMED TO THE DEAN’S LIST An unusual Annual Town Meeting AT MCPHS UNIVERSITY STAFF REPORT chairs to sit outside of the tent, as well troversial articles together under one BOSTON – MCPHS University is pleased to as umbrellas for sunshade. You also motion in order to save time in a announce the students who have been named to GRANBY – This year’s Annual are encouraged to bring water, sun- meeting. When a motion to approve the Dean’s List for the Fall 2019 semester: Town Meeting will be on Saturday, block and bugspray. several articles as a consent agenda Claire Gitkind, of Amherst, is pursuing a July 25 at 9 a.m. outside of Granby Face coverings are required and is made and seconded, the Moderator Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Claire will grad- Junior Senior High School under a must be worn throughout the meeting. will call out the article numbers in uate in 2019 from the Worcester, Massachusetts tent. Not everyone who has COVID-19 is the proposal. Any voter who wants campus. In an effort to make this year’s symptomatic. Wearing a face covering to consider an article separately for Christina Pellerin, of Amherst, is pursuing a unprecedented Annual Town Meeting reduces the risk of transmitting the debate and/or questions will call Doctor of Pharmacy. Christina will graduate in as safe as possible for residents, the virus to others, and each of us has a out “hold,” and the Moderator will 2022 from the Worcester, Massachusetts campus. town has implemented the following responsibility to protect our neigh- remove that article from the consent Angela Martoccia Grabazs, of Belchertown, procedures. bors. If you do not have a mask, we agenda. Voting will then proceed for is pursuing a Doctor of Pharmacy. Angela will With your help and cooperation, can provide a mask for you to wear. the motion to approve (or reject) all graduate in 2022 from the Boston, Massachusetts Annual Town Meeting can take place Although no one will be turned away the articles in the consent agenda campus. in a safe and responsible manner: from Annual Town Meeting if you are group. The Dean’s List recognizes those students with The meeting will be held outside in unable to wear a mask due to a medi- The bathrooms in the High School a full-time course load who have achieved out- the open air under a tent at the Granby cal condition or disability, you will be will be available for single person standing scholarship with a 3.5 GPA or higher for Junior Senior High School. There will directed to a peripheral area for your “emergency” use. the academic term. be limited seating under the tent and own protection and the protection of Hand sanitizer will be available for The mission of MCPHS University is to chairs will be placed to observe social others. use. prepare their graduates to advance health and distancing. There will be individual Exposure will be limited by keep- Please do not gather outside the serve communities worldwide through excel- chairs set up, as well as pairs of chairs ing the meeting as short as possible: meeting after it ends. lence, innovation and collaboration in teaching, for members of the same household. There will be two stationary micro- practice, scholarship, and research. Founded in Please do not move any chair from its phones for Town Members to use for Please do not attend Town 1823, MCPHS University is the oldest institu- original placement. comments and debate. Those wishing Meeting if the answer to any of tion of higher education in the City of Boston. There also will be a limited amount to discuss an article will be given a these questions is yes: In addition to the original Boston campus, the of parking for those Town Meeting two-minute timeframe. Masks must University has branch campuses in Worcester, members who prefer to stay in their be kept on while speaking into the Are you feeling sick? Massachusetts, and Manchester, New Hampshire. cars to participate, and we will be microphones. Microphones will be Are you having symptoms (fever, The University currently offers more than 100 broadcasting the meeting via an FM wiped down between speakers. When cough, shortness of breath, chills, unique baccalaureate, masters and doctoral channel. These parking spots will be approaching the microphone to speak, muscle pain, headache, sore throat, or degree programs and certificates in a variety of allotted on a first come, first serve please maintain six-foot separation. new loss of taste or smell)? health-related disciplines and professions on its basis. Residents will be voting on a con- Have you been exposed to someone three campuses and online. You are welcome to bring your own sent agenda for some articles. A con- with confirmed or suspected COVID- sent agenda is a grouping of non-con- 19 within the last 14 days? AREA RESIDENTS NAMED TO DEAN’S LIST AT UNIVERSITY OF NEW ENGLAND Biddeford and Portland, Maine | Tangier, Morocco – The following students have been Town of Granby Clerk reminders named to the dean’s list for the 2020 spring semester at the University of New England. GRANBY – The Annual Town check in stations. The check –in sta- their cars for the meeting there will be Dean’s list students have attained a grade point Meeting will be held outside on tions will be lined up on the side of limited parking in the tennis court lot, average of 3.3 or better out of a possible 4.0 at Saturday, July 25 at 9 a.m. A tent will the parking lot, as the cars enter into once full you must park in the front the end of the semester. be set up by the gym entrance (tennis the parking lot you will be checked of the High School or in-between the Alec Walker and Sarah Woodford, of court side) at the Granby Jr. Sr. High in from your vehicles. Check-in will High School and East Meadow, there Belchertown, and Theresa Yebernetsky of School on the front greens facing 202. start at 8:15 a.m. will be plenty of seating in the tent. Granby. The reason for the change was the If you wish you may bring your The University of New England is Maine’s tent needed to be secured by pins Check in System own lawn chairs and sit outside the largest private university, featuring two distinc- every 10 feet, and this couldn’t be For this meeting we will check-in tent, but we must practice social dis- tive campuses in Maine, a vibrant campus in accomplished at the East Meadow by your names, no need to show your tancing by staying at least six feet tangier, morocco, and an array of innovative parking lot. driver’s license, doing it this way we away from other voters. Please make offerings online. Our hands-on, experiential will be able to practice social distanc- sure you bring water, and sunblock approach empowers students to join the next Town Meeting Instructions ing, and not be handling anyone’s and masks are required. generation of leaders in their chosen fields. We All residents participating must be a driver’s license. 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CALANDRA DAMOURAS OF BELCHERTOWN, NAMED TO SUNY POTSDAM PRESIDENT’S LIST POTSDAM, NY—Calandra Damouras of Belchertown, was recently named to the President’s List at The State University of New York at Potsdam. Damouras, whose major is Music Performance, was among 1,114 SUNY Potsdam students who were honored for academic excellence in the Spring 2020 semester. College President Dr. Kristin G. Esterberg recognized the students for earning top marks. To achieve the honor of being on the President’s List, each student must have satisfac- torily completed 12 numerically-graded semester hours, with a grade point average of 3.5 or higher. Founded in 1816, The State University of New York at Potsdam is one of America’s first 50 colleges -- and the oldest institution within SUNY. Now in its third century, SUNY Potsdam is distinguished by a legacy of pioneering programs and educational excellence. The College currently enrolls approximately 3,600 undergraduate and graduate students. Home to the world-re- nowned Crane School of Music, SUNY Potsdam is known for its challenging liberal arts and sciences core, distinction in teacher training and culture of creativity. To learn more, visit http:// www.potsdam.edu.

LASELL UNIVERSITY STUDENTS NAMED TO SPRING 2020 DEAN’S LIST NEWTON – Lasell University announced students named to the Dean’s List for their academic accomplishments in the Spring 2020 semester. Mitchell Bolton, Julie Pirog and Jenna Robinson of Belchertown. THE SENTINEL • THURSDAY, JULY 23, 2020 PAGE 11

College ❚ EDUCATION NOTES STUDENTS EARN DEGREES FROM THE UNIVERSITY OF Western New England School of Law VERMONT BURLINGTON, VT – Some 3,183 students were awarded to present virtual panel discussion degrees during the University of Vermont’s 220th commence- ment ceremonies. The class’s “From the Courthouse to the Streets: Lawyering in the Time of Black Lives Matter” academic achievement was saluted online with remarks SPRINGFIELD – The Western New Dr. Jodie Roure, of John Jay College, of social justice academic offerings, helps stu- from UVM President Suresh England University School of Law’s Center Criminal Justice dents aspiring to be social justice lawyers Garimella, Vermont Governor for Social Justice will host “From the Tyler Crawford, director of Mass Defense achieve their goals, manages in-house pro Phil Scott, and university and Courthouse to the Streets: Lawyering in the for the National Lawyers Guild bono projects, and works closely with com- state leaders. Time of Black Lives Matter” on Monday, Movement Lawyer Carlton Williams munity organizations and partners to iden- Suzanne Black and Kyle July 27, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. This event is Professor Jennifer Levi, Director of tify and address unmet needs that require a Gadoury of Belchertown and free and open to the public with registration. GLAD’s Transgender Rights Project and a multi-dimensional response cutting across Delaney Pluta of Granby. Attendees of the virtual panel will be able professor of law at WNE. law and other fields. Since 1791, the University of to hear from an impressive group of nation- “This is an important conversation to be This event is sponsored by the Western Vermont has worked to move ally-curated experts who will answer the having both for the legal community and New England University School of Law’s humankind forward. Committed question: what place does lawyering hold in the public at large,” says Center Director Center for Social Justice, the Western to both research and teaching, this moment of grand social transformation? Ariel Clemmer. “We have had a terrific New England University School of Law’s UVM professors -- world-class “This panel is an outstanding opportunity response to our recent Center for Social Diversity and Outreach Committee, the researchers, scholars, and artists for the first time to hold the law accountable Justice events, and are pleased to be able Fair Housing and Civil Rights Conference, -- bring their discoveries into the for Black Lives in a positive way,” says to facilitate these forums, which align with Hurricane Maria Assistance and Relief classroom and their students into Kylar Broadus, Esq., trans rights activist our mission of advancing justice through Institution Alliance Corp, the Diversity Pre- the field. Located in Burlington, and founder of the Trans People of Color research, advocacy, education, and public law Pipeline Program, and the Office of Vermont, one of the nation’s Coalition. “While we march, and call for engagement.” the Provost Yi Li at John Jay College of most vibrant small cities and change, we must make sure to put into Launched in 2019, the University’s Criminal Justice. top college towns, UVM is a action changes that truly impact, reform, Centennial year, the Center for Social To register, visit https://bit.ly/3gCXs- Public Ivy and top 100 nation- abolish, make and implement positive Justice is designed to strengthen collabora- Dz. For more information, contact Ariel al research university educating changes that protect all lives-but especially tive efforts between the School of Law and Clemmer at [email protected] or 10,700 undergraduate students, Black Lives. If we can have the bar set at the region to work toward a more just, equi- Bridgette Baldwin at [email protected]. 1,627 graduate students, 776 protecting and making sure Black Lives table, and inclusive society in its next centu- edu. certificate and non-degree stu- Matter, the law will be more just and fair ry of service. The Center provides a central- For more information about the Center dents, and 478 M.D. students in to all.” ized hub of activity and innovation for the for Social Justice, visit the Western New the Larner College of Medicine. Broadus will be moderating this event. School of Law’s justice-related teaching, England University Center for Social The panel will include: scholarship, and service. It also broadens Justice.

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Belchertown High School graduate Elisha Wenc gets her tassel adjusted by her mother Carrie Forrant. The two, and Ken Wenc, took a photo together on Monday during Belchertown High School’s presentation of diplomas.

Belchertown High School graduate Tyler Grissom gets his portrait taken with his high school diploma on Monday.

Graduates receive diplomas,

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Lynn Girard, Kyleigh Girard and John BELCHERTOWN – Graduates and their families were able share the Girard took a photo together during the memory of receiving their high school diploma over a two day period presentation of diplomas at Belchertown at Belchertown High School. High School on Monday. With balloon walls to take photos with and a photographer from Grin and Bear It, students were able to capture the moments together. Each of the 170 graduates received their scholarship packets, a gift, their diploma and graduation paperwork ahead of Friday’s ceremony.

Introductory fishing UMass freezes in-state student tuition classes available online BOSTON — Responding to nearly $1 billion in federal, state, we need to do all that we can to keep REGION – Those interested in learning to fish may the financial hardships that many private, and university-funded finan- a high quality UMass education with- now do so in the comfort of their own homes by utiliz- Massachusetts families are facing, cial aid in FY21. University-funded in financial reach of Massachusetts ing their home computer. The Massachusetts Division of the University of Massachusetts financial aid, primarily scholarships students,” UMass Board of Trustees Fisheries and Wildlife is now offering free, online intro- Board of Trustees voted today to and grants, has been increased by Chairman Rob Manning said. “I com- ductory fishing classes designed to teach the basics to freeze tuition rates for in-state under- $99 million or 38 percent over the mend President Meehan, the campus folks of all ages. graduate and graduate students for last five years with 94 percent going chancellors and their teams for mak- Topics include gear required to take the first cast, where the 2020-21 academic year. to Massachusetts residents. ing this possible through sound and to find fishing spots, fish identification and anatomy, Across the Amherst, Boston, Tuition for the 9,500 graduate stu- innovative management.” as well as the basic rules and regulations for fishing the Dartmouth and Lowell campuses, dents will continue to range from “Holding the line on tuition is sim- inland waters of the commonwealth. tuition will average $14,722 for the $14,590 to $18,433 at the four cam- ply the right thing to do this year as The next available class is Wednesday, July 29 from 4 to 6 pm. nearly 48,000 in-state undergraduate puses. The board set tuition rates for so many students and families are Registration is required as space is limited to 50 people students before financial aid is pro- UMass Medical School at its April facing stress and uncertainty cre- per class. Upon registration, participants will receive a vided. This keeps UMass mandato- meeting. ated by an unprecedented national link to join the virtual classroom. ry charges nearly $1,000 lower than “Even as UMass, like higher edu- health emergency and economic For more information or to register, visit mass.gov/ser- the average for New England public cation institutions across the country, downturn,” UMass President Marty vice-details/angler-education-calendar. research universities. faces significant budget cuts due to Students will continue to receive pandemic-related financial challenges, See TUITION, page 13 •

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Trillium oper- Company, of Boston, have announced ties across Massachusetts,” expressed and aligns with our core values,” he said. ates a production brewery and taproom their participation in the nationwide Black JC Tetreault founder/brewer of Trillium “White Lion is also very pleased to direct in Canton, a greenhouse-inspired brewery is Beautiful initiative with the upcoming Brewing Company. “This project is proceeds for the Black is Beautiful ini- and taproom in Fenway, a seasonal beer release of their collaborative imperial stout. an opportunity for positive change; it tiative to the Healing Racism Institute of garden on the Rose Kennedy Greenway, Established earlier this year in the focuses attention on systemic issues in Pioneer Valley,” said Berry. “As a found- and a brewery, taproom, and restaurant in wake of unarmed citizen George Floyd’s our society and enables craft beer con- ing board member, the Healing Racism Boston’s historic Fort Point neighborhood. death, the program seeks to raise aware- sumers to participate in the solution.” Institute has been working on the front Nonprofits ness of the social injustices facing peo- Taking the collaboration a step further, the lines in dismantling racism one heart at Founded in 2011, the Healing Racism ple of color and to demonstrate that the two brewers have put their own mark on a time, and by engaging institutions and Institute of Pioneer Valley has engaged craft brewing community and its patrons the shared recipe by modifying the malt organizations to reverse systemic racism. over 800 individuals and 200 organiza- support the need for greater diversi- recipe to create a smooth, rich experi- We hope proceeds will expose more to tions across nearly 20 sectors through its ty and inclusivity. 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Complete Streets, EEA Community The legislative proposal An Act to Reducing parking requirements and The TommyCar Auto Investment Grants and more. Promote Housing Choices, which was also dimensional requirements, such as mini- Group event supports Communities that receive this designa- filed as part of the Administration’s eco- mum lot sizes. tion have either produced at least 500 new nomic development legislation in March, This legislation also includes a provi- neurooncology research housing units or saw an increase of five will advance new housing production and sion, added by the Joint Committee on in honor of Tom Cosenzi percent or more in new housing units from promote equitable access to opportunity by Housing last session, that would reduce January 1, 2015 through December 31, enabling cities and towns to adopt certain the voting threshold for a special permit HADLEY – TommyCar Auto 2019, or, alternatively, produced at least zoning best practices related to housing issued by a local permit granting author- Group has announced that its 12th 300 new housing units or saw an increase production by a simple majority vote, rath- ity to a simple majority vote, for certain Annual Tom Cosenzi ‘Driving for the of 3 percent or more new housing units er than the current two-thirds superma- multi-family or mixed-use projects with at Cure’ Charity Golf Tournament will be from January 1, 2015 through December jority. While this legislation will lower least 10 percent affordable units in loca- held on Monday, August 17 at Twin Hills 31, 2019 and met 7 of 14 Housing Choice the voting threshold to change zoning for tions near transit, or in centers of commer- Country Club in Longmeadow. Money Best Practices, two of which must be relat- communities in the Commonwealth, it cial activity within a municipality. raised supports neuro-oncology research ed to affordability. Most communities in does not require cities and towns to make The Baker-Polito Administration has at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. Since today’s announcement have increased their any of these changes. With the proposed shown a deep commitment to increasing its inception, this annual golf tournament housing production by 5 percent or more simple majority threshold, municipalities the production of housing across income has raised more than $1 million. that pursue rezoning efforts, including levels. Since 2015, the administration “My brother Tom and I started this or have built over 500 new units since those enabling transit-oriented or down- has invested more than $1.1 billion in charity golf tournament to honor the lega- 2015. town-oriented new housing, would gain cy of our dad,” said TommyCar co-owner, Many of the Housing Choice affordable housing, resulting in the pro- Carla Cosenzi. “He passed away from a Communities are implementing best approval if they achieve more than 50 per- duction and preservation of more than brain cancer in 2009, still dreaming of practices to produce new housing. Over cent of the vote, as opposed to the current 18,000 housing units, including 16,000 a cure. We’re proud to be able to keep 70 percent of the 2020 Housing Choice supermajority of more than 66 percent. affordable units. In 2018, Governor Baker his dream alive by supporting the world Communities now make it easier to build Massachusetts is currently one of only a signed the largest housing bond bill in class research that is ongowing at Dana- new multi-family housing through by-right few states to require a supermajority to Massachusetts history, committing more Farber.” zoning or a robust special permit pipe- change local zoning. The legislation does than $1.8 billion to the future of afford- The scramble style tournament fea- line of approved projects. Many others not apply to the City of Boston, which has able housing production and preserva- tures a “Tee Off Against Cancer” shotgun have invested Community Preservation its own zoning regulations. tion. The Baker-Polito Administration start. Players enjoy 18 holes of golf and Act funds in local projects, often in com- Zoning changes that promote best has also advanced the development of exciting on-course activities. Sponsorship bination with local Affordable Housing practices for housing growth that would more than 14,000 mixed-income housing packages range from $50 to $15,000, and Trusts to support new affordable housing qualify for the simple majority threshold units through the successful MassWorks foursomes start at $1,250. development in the future. include: Infrastructure Program, reformed the To learn more about sponsorship The administration’s Housing Choice Building mixed-use, multi-family, and Housing Development Incentive Program, opportunities or to register a foursome, Initiative, which was announced in starter homes, and adopting 40R “Smart and worked with communities to imple- visit tomcosenzidrivingforthecure.com. December 2017, is a package of technical Growth” zoning in town centers and near ment smart-growth development and plan- Volunteers and sponsors can also contact transit. ning efforts. 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GREGORY A. SCIBELLI but I am hopeful that we will be [email protected] able to have a fall season,” said Brillo. REGION – Earlier this year, While Massachusetts is still on the high school and college sports a good trajectory with a low infec- worlds were ruined by the cancel- tion rate, fear of a spike or a “sec- lation of all spring sports at each ond wave” if too much activity is level, ranging up through Division allowed, is what is driving some 1 schools, and professional sports. decisions about whether to allow There always seemed to be an athletics and whether or not some optimism at the time that sports school will involve remote learn- would be able to resume without ing this fall. an issue this fall and at the high Agawam High School Athletic school level in Massachusetts, ath- Director David Stratton said there letic directors planned a fall sched- are other restrictions he will have ule, much like they do each spring to contend with. While there is no as most schedules are made out a interstate travel involved, travel is season in advance. going to be limited. But as the summer rages on “We’re only allowed to have with next to no activity and sports a certain number of kids on the like soccer and football banned buses at a time,” said Stratton. (for having games) despite “That could limit our ability to Massachusetts’ improved situation have JV games on the road.” compared to the rest of the coun- He said JV sports could be can- try, now fall sports seem to be in celled altogether, or JV squads doubt. could have geographically limit- Several New England colleges ed schedules or parents could be and universities have declared that responsible for transportation. FILE PHOTOS fall sports are postponed due to He also said EEE (Eastern With football currently banned at the amateur level, will Western Mass. high school football commence in September? the recent spikes throughout the Equine Enchephalitis) becomes rest of the country and concerns a major factor as there are con- dark until there is a frost. a risk, like golf, cross country, it’s committees,” said Stratton, over interstate travel and the lack firmed cases. He said the EEE Stratton said there is a possi- and volleyball, could be allowed who is part of the sports medi- of a vaccine which guarantees the wrinkle in the region could fur- bility that sports like soccer and to play immediately. cine sub-committee. “Hopefully stop of an overwhelming spread of ther limit sports because game football could experience a delay, “These are all things being we have will have some answers COVID-19. times would have to be before while sports not labeled at as high discussed by the MIAA and soon.” Massachusetts, as of last week, still maintains a positive test rate of less than 2 percent, but the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association is still having to consider the potential impact of allowing high school athletes back on fields, especially with soccer and football contests barred at the amateur level. The ban does not specifically affect high school players, and the MIAA is working with the gover- nor’s office on guidance. The MIAA’s board of directors, which recently changed some of its membership around due to re-districting, was scheduled to meet earlier this week to discuss a potential start date for fall sports. Ludlow High School Athletic Director Tim Brillo was a former member of the Board of Directors, but lost his seat on July 1 with the re-districting. Soccer was barred for the summer, with the PVSSL canceling its season. MIAA Field hockey could be a sport that could resume as it was not on the governor’s “I’m not on the board anymore, officials are discussing this week whether soccer can be played this fall. list of “at-risk” activities. Robie gets win in modified race MASCAC suspends Sonhalter captures fall sports programs mini-stock battle WESTFIELD – Westfield men’s and women’s cross coun- State University athletics try and men’s and women’s golf) WINCHESTER, N.H. – Brian announced that the Owls will will have the ability to practice Robie (Sunapee, NH) topped a not have intercollegiate compe- on campus while utilizing the big field of NHSTRA Modifieds tition for fall sports teams in the NCAA Resocialization of Sport Saturday, July 18, charging Fall 2020 season, in conjunction Guidelines. from row four to score his first with the announcement from the “I am extremely disappointed win of the season at Monadnock league’s Council of Presidents to have to announce to our stu- Speedway. Hillary Renaud on Thursday, July 16, 2020 that dent-athletes and families that our (Vernon, VT), meanwhile, led all the entire Massachusetts State fall season teams will not have the the way to earn her first season Collegiate Athletic Conference opportunity to play intercollegiate victory in the ultra-competitive (MASCAC) will not compete in games this fall,” said athletics Street Stocks. fall sports programs. director Richard Lenfest, Jr. “The The Owls’ fall sports teams SUBMITTED PHOTOS (football, men’s and women’s Matt Sonhalter picks up the win in the mini-stock race. See RACE, page 16 • soccer, field hockey, volleyball, See FALL SPORTS, page 17 • PAGE 16 THE SENTINEL • THURSDAY, JULY 23, 2020

❚ SPORTS Organisak defeats Maccario for Mass. Amateur title Athlete of the Week MARION – Sudbury native Matthew birdie on the 17th (35th) to cut it to 1 Zach Bohnet Organisak, 22, has defeated Waltham’s up, but Organisak was on the 18th (36th) BELCHERTOWN Nick Maccario, 28, by a score of 2 up to green in three, and Maccario conceded capture the 112th Massachusetts Amateur after missing his par putt. nodler was a senior baseball title in Friday’s 36-hole championship Organisak, 22, made his first appear- player for Belchertown High match at The Kittansett Club in Marion. ance in the Mass Amateur champion- KSchool who was also unable to This is the first state amateur win for ship final. The Sudbury native is a recent participate in his senior season. Organisak, who represents Nashawtuc graduate of Emory University in Atlanta To nominate someone for Athlete CC in Concord and recently graduat- where he finished No. 2 for program of the Week, contact Managing Sports ed Emory University in Atlanta. Mike scoring average, posting a mark of 73.04 Editor Gregory A. Scibelli Ohanian, the 1968 champion, is the only strokes over 86 rounds of play. Organisak, at 413-283-8393 ext. 258 other person to win it while representing a former standout at Lincoln-Sudbury or send an e-mail to gsci- Nashawtuc. Organisak also won the 2019 High School, won the 2019 Francis [email protected]. Francis Ouimet Memorial Tournament, Ouimet Memorial Tournament, and in also a Mass Golf championship. 2016, qualified for the U.S. Amateur. SPONSORED BY Organisak joins Patrick Frodigh Maccario, 28, made his first appearance (2018) and Ben Spitz (2006) as the only in the Mass Amateur championship final. left-handed golfers to win it since 2000. He won the 2019 Mass Mid-Amateur Match Summary: The first 18 holes ended championship and the 2019 Mass Four- JOIN NOW! ONLY in a tie, with both men winning five holes. Ball (with Mike Calef). He also played in Organisak won four of the first six holes the 2019 U.S. Amateur at Pinehurst No. 2 over the next 18 holes and never trailed. & No. 4 in North Carolina. He attended $10. PER MONTH He birdied the 9th (27th overall) and 10th St. John’s Prep in high school and also 40 Turkey Hill Road (28th) to take a 4-up lead. Maccario won had a stint on the St. Anselm College BELCHERTOWN the 12th (30th) and 13th (31st) and made men’s golf team. (413) 323-1003

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RACE • from page 15 And, while Renaud was busy scoring her first victory lane celebration, Late Model Sportsman star Aaron Fellows (Croydon, VT) stayed perfect on the year, using a late-race pass to overcome his strongest challenge of the summer en route to victory lane. Vermont pilot Matt Sonnhalter (White River Junction, VT) wired the nightcap 50-lap Mini Stock event. There are few sounds in life that come close to that made by a big field of Modifieds thundering atop the blacktop in pursuit of Saturday night glory. That thunder is heard weekly at Monadnock Speedway, where, Saturday, Matt Kimball and Rob Richardi led the 18-car Modified Brian Robie came out on top in the NHSTRA Modified race. Aaron Fellows was a winner in the Late Model Sportsman race. field to battle. Kimball, gunning to turn a season-long hard luck run around, jumped all over the could not be stopped. Saturday to hunt for victory in the 50-lap Matt Kimball, Ben Byrne, Trevor Bleau, lead as the 40-lapper went green. Richardi Chase Curtis was all over her back Mini Stock main event, the first leg of the Anthony Bello, Solomon Brow, Rob stayed glued to his bumper, with defending bumper for most of the race, sometimes regional 2020 Battle for The Belt series. Richradi, Kim Rivet, Keith Carzello, track king Todd Patnode quickly entering even bumping it, without finding a path to And while the speedway’s weekly racing Kevin Pittsinger, Brian Crunden, Jason the hunt. the point, while brother Jaret did the same series drivers did well, nobody could catch Houle, Jerry Gomarlo, Eric Leclair, By lap ten, Patnode held the deuce spot, due diligence in his shadow. With the white the speedy Sonnhalter. Cory Plummer, Cameron Houle, Scott while two-time 2020 winner Ben Byrne flag in the air, Jaret rocketed low through Nathan Wenzel and Jared Soucy were MacMichael, Todd Patnode was rocketing up to third. Coming from row turn two to claim the deuce, then watching frequently closest to Sonnhalter, but it was MINI STOCK (50-lap Battle for five, Byrne took the three-spot on lap 14 but Renaud flash under the checkers just ahead 2019 track champ Louie Maher II who came The Belt): Matt Sonhalter, Louie Maher, he and Patnode’s battle would be a short of him. Chris Buffone was fourth on the closest at the end. Firing from way back Gordon Farnum, Dan Sweeney, Nathan one. Coming quickly onto a cloud of lappers night, and Mike Radzuik rounded out the in row eight, Maher methodically charged Sweeney, Kevin Clayton, Billy Chaffee, on lap 18, the potent pair came together, top five. forward, getting past potent Gordon Farnum Joshua Hubbard, Tim Leblanc, Jeff Asselin, ending Patnode’s night early for the second Cole Littlewood did something Saturday late to claim the runner-up hardware. Shelby Avery, Haydon Grenier, Jake week in a row and sending Byrne to the rear. that nobody else had accomplished so far Farnum’s third place run moved him back Puchalski, Jared Soucey, Andrew Harmon, The turn-one tangle brought Robie along- this season, outrun Aaron Fellows for 21 atop the hometrack points parade. Kevin McKnight, Kevin Russell, Bobby side Kimball on the restart and, two laps laps in the LMS feature. Piloting the Steve Next Saturday, July 25, the thundering Kirker, Pat Houle later, he had the point, then dashing off to Brehio ride, Littlewood kept Fellows in NEMA Midgets and NEMA Lites will join STREET STOCK: Hillary Renaud, victory just ahead of the second-generation his shadow until the Croydon pilot took a the Monadnock Speedway weekly racing Jaret Curtis, Chase Curtis, Chris Buffone, hot shoe, with Byrne charging back through wheels-length advantage on lap 22, and then series divisions for an exciting night of rac- Mike Radzuik, Chris Riendeau, Tim the pack to finish third on the night. Robie’s soared off to victory. ing on the high banks. Advanced General Wenzel, Bryan Granger, Paul Barnard, Ben victory moved him to the top of the points Robert Hagar powered into second on the Admission Tickets are available. For more Williams parade. white flag lap, with Littlewood completing information, please visit www.monadnock- LATE MODEL SPORTSMAN: Aaron The Curtis twins, Chase and Jaret, did his strong night’s work in third. The victory speedway.com. Fellows, Robert Hagar, Cole Littlewood, all they could to keep Hillary Renaud from was Fellows’ second of the weekend and Monadnock Speedway July 18, 2020 Camdyn Curtis, Justin Littlewood, Willie taking her first career Street Stock victory kept him undefeated this season. results: Kuhn, Nancy Muni-Ruot, Chris Ballas, lap but, on this night, the Vernon, VT. driver Matt Sonnhalter was in the house NHSTRA MODIFIEDS: Brian Robie, Scott Beck THE SENTINEL • THURSDAY, JULY 23, 2020 PAGE 17

❚ OBITUARY

Robert E. Mathieu Death Notice NORTHFIELD – Robert E. Mathieu, 81, passed away, with Mathieu, Robert E. both daughters by his side, on Died: July 9, 2020 July 9, 2020 from heart compli- Services are private cations that were irreparable. He would remind us; it is never good- bye but “later.” Robert was born in Westfield on March 22, 1939. He was raised Catholic by his grand- The Sentinel mother Rosalie Mathieu after his mother passed at a very young age. He resided in Southbridge, where Obituary he attended and graduated Notre Dame High School in 1958. After high school he enlisted in Policy the Army from 1958 to 1964 serving in the 82nd Airborne Division, Fort Bragg, N.C. A full military ceremony will be Turley Publications conducted by V.F.W. Post 9874. offers two types of Robert’s early life encompassed long hard hours working obituaries. the potato fields in Hatfield, where he would meet Marlene RV industry booming Fredrick Mathieu. Throughout his years, he would enjoy One is a free, brief sowing the earth to grow and harvest vegetable gardens Death Notice listing when he had a chance. Most of his career and life, 30 plus the name of deceased, DALTON ZBIERSKI come back. Cruise ships? I don’t know years, was devoted as an independent owner-operator, cross date of death and Staff Writer what they can do short of giving out free country, truck driver. His career commenced with R.K. passes to get somebody back on a ship,” Mooney Moving & Storage (Hartford Dispatch), later a funeral date and place. REGION – Make no mistake about it, said Zagami. “As we make more people lateral change was made to Rod Sitterly (Deerfield) both Allied Van Lines. He was employed with Aaron Moving & The other is a Paid the RV industry is booming. As the trav- aware of our products and services and Storage, Wheaton Van Lines; owned and operated by Mieke el industry struggles, residents looking as the people who already practice RVing Obituary, costing to vacation are investing in an alternate Rossi in Whately, and finally North American Van Lines. $120, which allows talk to their friends and relatives about it, Anyone who knew Robert knows his motto “10-4, catch mode of transportation, and dealers are it’s general consensus that RVs are the you on the git back; when I git back.” families to publish cashing in. only chance that we’ve got for people He would leave the trucking business to be employed extended death notice “We have everything in place. We to recreate and try to forget the past two part-time for the Town of Pelham, Highway Department information of their don’t have to invent anything,” said months and the impact that it’s had on until retirement. Through his employment he was intro- Bob Zagami, Executive Director of the their lives.” duced to Dorothy “Dot” Ewell of Daniel Shays Highway own choice and may New England RV Dealers Association. One recent weekend, a member of the in Pelham. Together they became great companions for one include a photograph. “People want to have a great time with association was able to sell 27 units in another for fifteen plus years. Two hearts that beat keeping Death Notices & their families, they want to be outdoors one weekend, Zagami said. He added one another going. As they aged, they were forced to sepa- Paid Obituaries in the fresh air, they want to go hiking, that “anything you can have in your rate. Robert landed at Christopher Heights, Belchertown for biking, fishing or just sit around the house today; you can have in an RV.” a short period. His final residency was Buckley Manor in should be campfire and talk to the kids. We have From trunk trailers to fifth-wheelers Greenfield. submitted through a the industry that will allow them to do and park models, mobile homes come in Robert was always one to live on the edge. His hobbies funeral home to: included flat track motorcycle racing in his early years, but that.” all shapes and sizes. For people planning [email protected]. Nine million RVs are already on the a vacation or just looking to temporarily his biggest love was the freedom of flying. He was an avid road in the United States and 400,000 leave their surroundings, mobile homes enthusiast of Pietenpol planes; along with ultra-lights which Exceptions will be made new RVs are sold each year, said can be a resource of great value. nearly killed him and traveling the country which would only when the family Zagami. From $6,000 pop-up campers to “People want to go on vacation; they take him away from his family. provides a death certificate million-dollar motor homes, the industry want to spend time with their family. Robert married Marlene in 1961, who survives. They and must be pre-paid. later divorced after twenty plus years. Robert is survived by has much to offer. We’re just saying, ‘Hey, we have a better his children Glenn Mathieu and spouse Jean of Northfield; “Take any aspect of it that you want, way to do it.’ Quite honestly, the industry the whole industry is showing positive Karen Mathieu-Astley and spouse Phil of Newfane, is working on a campaign just for that. Vermont, Donald Mathieu of Brooksville, Florida, Richard increases and accessibility across mar- The message is going to get out there Mathieu and spouse Robin, of Ashuelot, N ew Hampshire, kets that we’d never thought of before,” that says, ‘Hey, if you’re going to do NOTICE Linda Mathieu and spouse Luke Phillips, of Winchester, ERRORS: Each advertis- said Zagami. anything this year, you’re probably going New Hampshire. Twelve grandchildren and seven great COVID-19 has been tough on many, to do it in an RV,” said Zagami. grandchildren; Dorothy Ewell, Priscilla Mitchell (cousin), er is requested to check but the rising demand for motor homes The New England RV Dealers Brimfield, Glenn (Hank) Mathieu (cousin), Greenfield and their advertisement the has kept Zagami’s industry functioning Association represents RV dealers in all countless friends that he made over the years. first time it appears. well. He shared insight on why RVs have six New England states and is based out He is predeceased by his son Christopher Mathieu who This paper will not be become one of this spring’s hottest com- of Hudson. was waiting for him at the gates of eternal life; Clarice responsible for more modities. Dalton Zbierski is a staff writer and Mathieu (mother), Rosalie and Marcel Mathieu (grandpar- “Airlines are going to take years to can be reached at [email protected]. ents), Alfred “Fred” Mathieu, Rudolph Mathieu, Donald than one corrected in- Mathieu, Mary Mathieu and many friends predeceased sertion, nor will be li- before him. May they all reunite and watch over us. able for any error in The family will have a private service to be held at an advertisement to a be available to our athletes to answer any Kidder Funeral Home in Northfield on July 23, 2020 • from page 15 greater extent than the FALL SPORTS questions they have about eligibility.” at 4 pm. Pastor Michael McCosker of North Hinsdale The MASCAC is also investigating the Community Church will officiate. Burial will be private in cost of the space occu- COVID-19 pandemic has had an extreme ability to allow fall-season sports to com- the family lot at St. George Cemetery, Southbridge at a later pied by the item in the impact on public health, and ultimately pete in the spring, should public health time to be determined by the family. Services are by invi- advertisement. we need to take the steps that best protect conditions allow for it, pending NCAA tation of the family only because of COVID-19 guidelines. the health of our student athletes and their rules. loved ones in limiting the opportunity to “Ultimately, we are committed to pro- spread or contract the virus.” viding the best experience and the safest “I am happy that we still be able to experience for our student athletes,” said provide team activities through practic- Lenfest. “This fall, the safest option is to es, conditioning and skill training,” added not compete in intercollegiate games, but SympathyCustom & Floral Traditional Arrangements Designs Lenfest. “Athletics provides numerous we can provide the best possible experi- Randalls Farm & Greenhouse benefits to our athletes, including strength- ence given the current health situation by 631 Center Street, Ludlow ening their social networks, health, fitness, having team practices and training. 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Student-athletes will intercollegiate competition as quickly as be able to train with their coaches, and possible, as allowed under the Conference while group sizes and activities may be and NCAA Guidelines, as well as local, Please check modified to meet health guidelines, there State and Federal health guidelines per- is still the opportunity to reap the benefits mit.” the accuracy of provided by college athletics.” Owl student athletes will not return to your legal notice A decision on the winter sport sea- campus early for preseason in 2020, they sons was deferred until September by the will instead follow the Safe Fall Opening prior to submis- Council of Presidents. procedures established by the University, sion (i.e., date, The NCAA has issued several blanket and team activities will start in early time, spelling). waivers regarding eligibility. Student- September. Coaches will be reaching out athletes who’s teams compete in less than to their individual teams and players to Also, be sure 50 percent of that sports maximum allow- further outline team plans and training the requested able games for the fall 2020 season will schedules. not use a year of eligibility, so that Owl Westfield State athletics has consistently publication date fall sport athletes who take part in team been the top program in the MASCAC. coincides with practices and activities will not lose a year The Owls won the 2019-20 Howard C. the purpose of the of eligibility. Smith Cup, signifying the best overall ath- “The NCAA has acted swiftly to ensure letics program in the league based on reg- notice, or as the that student-athletes do not unduly lose ular season records, and the Owls have law demands. eligibility due to the pandemic’s impact on claimed the Cup five times in the last six competition,” said Lenfest. “Our staff will years and nine times since 2007. Thank you. 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THE SENTINEL • THURSDAY, JULY 23, 2020 PAGE 19 Crafting ❚ PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF Snow’s Self-Storage PUBLIC AUCTION reserves the following remotely SNOW’S SELF rights: to bid at the public STORAGE LLC, will sell at auction, to refuse any and Public Auction at 746 Bay all bids, or to cancel the Road, Belchertown, MA, all auction at any time for any With craft fairs the personal property stored reason. canceled, creators in its facility by: 7/23, 7/30/2020 Charles Chalmers – RB2 go online Nathaniel Adams – P34 Donalyn Gross, of Longmeadow, created the Western Massachusetts Crafters At 10:00 a.m., Sunday, DALTON ZBIERSKI Directory to link clients with the favorite crafters this summer and fall. Pictured August 16, 2020, at the Staff Writer here are samples of her pecan and maple walnut syrup toppings. premises of SNOW’S SELF STORAGE LLC, 746 REGION – In similar fashion Bay Road, Belchertown, to most every gathering, craft fairs From September to December, Christmas shopping and holiday MA, by Warren Schreiber, across the state are being cancelled traditional weekend craft fairs are shopping at these fairs. We all have Auctioneer, as Agent for or postponed because of COVID-19. prevalent all throughout the region. tons and tons of merchandise. I have Snow’s Self Storage, LLC. To prevent losses and ensure that all This fall, the tradition will likely be 14 cases of jars in my living room crafters are able to sell their products, broken, but Gross is cautiously opti- right now.” a local woman has created a potential mistic that her directory will make a Emphasizing that crafters do not solution. difference. want to lose their customers, Gross Donalyn Gross, of Longmeadow, “This year with the virus, I’m ner- reiterated that items can be picked up created the Western Massachusetts vous about what will happen with the as soon as tomorrow. In addition to Public Notices Crafters Directory to link clients with fall fairs. It’s our busy season,” she the crafters’ contact information and ARE NOW ONLINE the favorite crafters this summer and said. “What happens if there aren’t locations, her directory lists product fall. The directory currently lists the any fairs? We want people to be able descriptions and times of availability. contact information for more than to get a copy of this directory and “I want to get this out to the public Email all notices to [email protected] 200 crafters and is steadily growing. say, ‘Oh, here’s that person that I’ve as much as I can. I’m telling people, 1 “Over the years, I collected every- bought stuff from before, and here’s ‘Email me, and I will send it to you Access archives and digital tear sheets by body’s business cards and told them the contact information.’ They can right away.’ For crafters who want to newspaper title. to send me a list of all the fairs they contact the crafters directly.” get on the list, email me, and I’ll give 2 know. Now, I put them together, made Gross noted that many crafters are you the information,” she said. Find a quick link to the state of Massachusetts’ a list and sent it out to everybody,” small business owners and rely on the While the directory is not yet public notice web site to search all notices in said Gross. income gained during craft fairs each online, Gross will be receptive to 3 Massachusetts newspapers. Crafters must pay an annual fee of fall. She also pointed out that many of assistance in the endeavor. She admits $10 to be added to the directory, and the products have already been creat- that she is not a computer person but Public notice deadlines are Mondays at noon, public access is entirely free. Gross, ed and are ready for sale. does realize the benefits of a potential Fridays noon for Monday holidays. an avid craft fair participant for the “When you’re stuck in the house website and will accept the help of past two decades, sells maple pecan during the pandemic, what are you someone willing to give it. visit www.publicnotices.turley.com and maple walnut syrup toppings and going to do? You’re going to make Gross can be contacted at typically attends a dozen craft fairs more stuff,” said Gross. “There are [email protected]. each autumn. hundreds of people who do their

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