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By HOPE E. TREMBLAY the city, the WG&E called in mutual aid need to be carefully removed and utility Editor crews locally from Chicopee, Holyoke poles can come down as well. WESTFIELD – Restoring power to and South Hadley, as well as New York Tropical Storm Isaias took down many residents safely is the number one prior- and West Boylston, to restore power. trees and poles in just a few hours. ity of the Westfield Gas & Electric fol- Most residents were up and running “We had to reset 15 poles, which is a lowing a storm like Tropical Storm within hours while others waited 24-48 good amount,” said Stowe. “For a typi- Isaias. hours for their power to come back. cal summer storm, we may not even WG&E Marketing and Stowe said when high winds blow reset one pole.” Communications Director Lisa Stowe through the city, many trees and branch- Once the calls started coming in said at the height of the Aug. 4 storm, es come down and often take lines with through the WG&E dispatch Members of the Westfield Gas & Electric dispatch team dis- 7,000 residents in Westfield were with- them. When that happens, it can take cuss Tropical Storm Isaias. (WESTFIELD GAS & ELECTRIC out power. With nine fulltime linemen in longer to restore power because trees See Power Restoration, Page 2 PHOTO)

After a rough few Marrero months, several boosts Chamber events Starfires are planned By AMY PORTER Staff Writer DH sweep WESTFIELD – The By CHRIS PUTZ Greater Westfield Chamber Sports Editor of Commerce has not been WESTFIELD – One step back, two steps immune to the impacts of forward. the coronavirus shutdown. The Westfield Starfires reversed course, “It’s been very difficult ridding themselves of a bad taste left in their for chambers of commerce, mouths from a 16-8 loss to the Worcester just like any other business Bravehearts Wednesday, by dealing the struggling with COVID- Brockton Rox two losses a day later. 19,” said Executive Director Westfield swept a day-night double header Kate Phelon, who added against Brockton, defeating the Rox 1-0 and that her staff had to be laid KATE PHELON 8-7 Thursday at Bullens Field. off in April and the Chamber Greater Westfield In the first game, Jeff Taylor (Millersville has held no events since Chamber of Commerce University) pitched a complete game shutout December. Phelon estimates Executive Director and West Springfield native Andre Marrero that the program revenue (Quinnipiac University) homered to lead from cancelled events, Westfield past Brockton 1-0 in the seven- including the March break- inning contest. fast and events planned in June, is down $20,000 to Taylor tossed a two-hitter, recording 10 Ks $30,000. in the outing. He allowed just one walk. Although the Chamber is a not-for-profit organiza- Marrero homered again in the nightcap as tion, as a 501(c)(6), the exemption category for busi- did fellow teammate Michael DeMartino ness leagues, chambers of commerce, real estate (Southern Connecticut State University). boards, boards of trade and professional football Marrero went 2-for-4 with two runs and three leagues, it has not been eligible for available grants. RBIs. In addition to blasting a go-ahead, Nonetheless, Phelon has spent much of the last few three-run homer, Marrero also delivered the months getting the word out to Chamber members and walk-off hit. DeMartino had a run and two other area businesses of the grants available to them RBIs. through the CARES Act, Payroll Protection Program Drew DeMartino (University of Hartford), Westfield Starfires’ Andre Marrero smiles as he passes second after and other sources. of Pittsfield went 2-for-3 with a walk, RBI, blasting a go-ahead, three-run homer. He also homered in the game one “It was kind of ironic. They wanted the Chamber to 1-0 win against the Brockton Rox as well as having the walk-off hit in get information out to members, but we couldn’t get See Starfires, Page 5 game 2 with a RBI single. (DAVE HOSMER PHOTO) help. See Chamber Events, Page 5 Latest Grandmothers’ Garden vandalism ‘heartbreaking’ By LORI SZEPELAK “We only have a handful of volunteers who called in July 13,” said Bard, adding, “and the ism in recent years, and Bard noted in all of Correspondent do their best to beautify the park for the enjoy- second report of damage to two trees was the recent instances, “There is aggression WESTFIELD – “It’s heartbreaking.” ment of others and it’s disheartening to see made Aug. 3.” based on how these things are being dam- That’s the sentiment of longtime volunteer others who want to destroy it,” said Bunnell. Bard said he has conferred with Robert aged.” Joy Bunnell of the recent vandalism of three Bunnell added she sees the park as a “gem” Watkins, president of the Friends of Bard noted that even after a trail camera young trees that were chopped down at for the city. Grandmothers’ Garden group, and both agree was donated by a local business owner in the Chauncey Allen Park. The park, located off “We get so discouraged,” she said, adding there has to be a cooperative effort of com- hopes of capturing images of vandalism, soon Smith Avenue, is best known because of its that benches made by Westfield Technical munity members to report situations of con- after its installation the batteries and sim card signature feature – Grandmothers’ Garden. Academy students last year also had paint and cern when they see it. were removed. Bunnell, who is now in her 22nd year as a graffiti on them within a short period of time “We also encourage people who have their “We have seen an uptick in vandalism to volunteer, helps with weeding and plantings after being installed. cell phones to take photos of individuals who city property,” said Bard, who noted that soap throughout the growing seasons. She said this Westfield Police Lt. Kevin F. Bard of the are vandalizing the park and send those photos bubbles were added to the fountain at Half week a $100 reward has been announced in community service unit said the value of the to the police department’s Facebook page,” Mile Park and graffiti has been painted in the hope of leading to charges against the indi- damaged trees is $750. said Bard. viduals responsible for the destruction. “The first report of a damaged tree was The park has experienced ongoing vandal- See Vandalism, Page 5

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Complete your survey online at wgeld.org/promo/2020-survey and triple your chances to win a $100 energy credit! PAGE 2 - SATURDAY, AUGUST 8, 2020 WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM THE WESTFIELD NEWS Power Restoration Continued from Page 1 center Tuesday afternoon, crews got to work quickly. “We are really committed to the community,” she said. Stowe said when they start receiving multiple calls, they “The trucks are here, the people are here, residents don’t have to prioritize where crews go first. have to wait for a big company to come in.” “For us, having one customer without power is too The WG&E works with the Westfield Department of many,” said Stowe. “And safety is always our priority.” Public Works to clear branches and trees. It also contracts Stowe said crews will first address areas where safety is with Asplundh Tree to help clear lines. a concern, such as downed live wires. The area is secured, “They had three crews out during the storm cleanup,” and linemen get to work to keep residents and crews safe said Stowe. while restoring power. The second priority when assessing Stowe said before a storm, the WG&E prepares by mak- where to tackle for restoration is how many people are ing sure linemen are rested, mutual aid is in place and affected. Stowe said one pole down could affect one or two contractors are on standby. Stowe said the dispatchers, residents or it could affect an entire network and the power customer service representatives and communications staff to large neighborhoods. The WG&E will work to restore are also at the ready. power to the largest number of homes as quickly as pos- “When there is an outage, people want information and Complicated line and utility pole issues, sible. it’s a team effort to make sure the pieces come together,” A utility pole on Woodland such as this one on Southampton Road, The good news for Westfield, said Stowe, is that WG&E she said, adding that the WG&E website and Facebook Road fell when an uproot- complicate power restoration following is the city’s own utility company and its employees, for the pages are updated often when there is an outage. ed tree was knocked down most part are also residents, and everyone cares about the By late Thursday, 48 hours after Tropical Storm Isaias, during Tropical Storm Tropical Storm Isaias. (WESTFIELD GAS & community. Being right in the city means fast action when the WG&E had less than 50 customers still without ser- Isaias. (WESTFIELD GAS & ELECTRIC PHOTO) there’s an outage. vice. ELECTRIC PHOTO) Police Logs Major crime and incident report the man left the area. 9:08 a.m.: infrastructure complaint. Springdale Road, a caller Saturday, Aug. 1, 2020 reports a wire extending from a utility pole to his home is hanging WESTFIELD SOUTHWICK low, the responding officer reports a cable television wire is hang- 2:15 a.m.: assist resident, Westfield Police Department, 15 8:38 a.m.: general services, College Highway, an officer assist- ing six feet above the roadway, the cable company was advised and Washington St., a person who had completed his business with ed a motorist who was locked out of their vehicle; dispatched a crew to re-attach the wire; police but had neither means to get home nor shoes was provided 9:28 a.m.: general services, North Boat Ramp, a vehicle was 1:09 p.m.: breaking and entering, Thomas Street, a caller reports a courtesy transport to a Taylor Avenue address; parked haphazardly and moved; her locked car was entered overnight and her wallet was stolen, an 1:44 p.m.: vandalism, South Street, a caller reports some of her 11:59 a.m.: boat complaint, Middle Pond, speeding reported in incident report was filed; trees and a pipe believed to be owned by the city have been spray a no wake zone; 1:40 p.m.: weather complaint, Sackett Road, a caller reports a painted, the responding officer reports a DPW representative was 1:03 p.m.: officer wanted, College Highway, a caller reports fallen tree limb is blocking the roadway, the responding officer advised and an incident report was filed; witnessing a person litter in a parking lot and confronted the per- reports he was able to remove the limb; 2:52 p.m.: fire, Birch Road, firefighters responding to a burning son, they had a verbal exchange and the reporting party states that 2:20 p.m.: stolen motor vehicle, Rosedell Drive Extension, a complaint report that a brush fire covering an area of about 40 feet the woman “attempted to run her over as she left,” a nearby store resident called and stated that she is away from home but believes by 15 feet was found and extinguished; has video footage of the incident; her former boyfriend stole her vehicle, the responding officer 3:12 p.m.: recreational vehicle complaint, Sergeant T.M. Dion 3:16 p.m.: watercraft complaint, South Pond, a vessel was tow- reports an investigation showed that the vehicle had been stopped Way, an off-duty officer reports seeing group of ATV riders in the ing three youths; in Springfield due to possible involvement in a crime in that city area of the Tennessee Gas Pipeline, the responding officer reports 4:34 p.m.: water complaint, North Pond, a female paddle and was eventually located at the suspect’s home in Chicopee, he found two pickup trucks loaded with off-road machines parked boarder was on the water without a life vest; Westfield police deferred and the investigation remains in the on the access road to the pipeline, the officer reports the operators 6:25 p.m.: water complaint, Middle Pond, a boat was traveling hands of Springfield police; were advised they were trespassing and they left the area, see story the wrong way while towing a skier; 5:46 p.m.: recreational vehicle complaint, Sergeant T.M. Dion in the Saturday, Aug. 1, edition of The Westfield News; 7:02 p.m.: concerned citizen, Honey Pot Road, a resident Way, a firefighter at Fire Station Three reports seeing vehicles tow- 4:03 p.m.: traffic complaint, Laro Road, a caller reports large reports a gathering; ing off-road vehicles on Sergeant T.M. Dion Way, the responding branch in the road is obstructing traffic, the responding officer 9:49 p.m.: boat complaint, Middle Pond, an officer spoke with officer reports he found an unattended rental truck parked on the reports the branch was in Southwick but was removed by a passer a boat operator about abandoning the boat at the launch; access road to the Tennessee Gas pipeline, the officer reports no by; 9:56 p.m.: boat complaint, North Pond, an officer assisted with ATV operators were seen while he monitored the area, see story in 4:27 p.m.: fire, Noble Avenue, firefighters responding to a burn- a dispute between boaters. the Saturday, Aug. 1, edition of The Westfield News; ing complaint report a resident found to be burning on the property 5:50 p.m.: animal complaint, East Main Street, a caller reports a was advised of the pertinent regulations and extinguished his fire; Sunday, Aug. 2, 2020 dog in a parked vehicle with open windows appears to be in dis- 6:15 p.m.: vandalism, Stephanie Lane, a caller reports her WESTFIELD tress, the responding officer reports the dog appeared to be fine and vehicle was vandalized, the responding officer reports an incident 12:37 a.m.: city ordinance violation, Half Mille Falls Park, the operator pointed out that she had been gone only a few minute report was filed; North Elm Street, a patrol officer reports he encountered five per- and had left the windows open, the officer advised the woman that 6:40 p.m.: fire, Debbie Lane, a caller reports a gas grill next to a sons at the park and had thrice previously advised three of them of her vehicle’s registration was expired and non-renewable, the house is on fire, the responding firefighters report the fire was the hours of operation of city parks and playgrounds, the officer operator said she would have it towed to her home. extinguished and the residents were advised not to use the grill reports he sternly advised the trespassers to stay away from the SOUTHWICK again until it has been throughly cloned; parks after operating hour and they left the area; 10:40 a.m.: bylaw violation, South Pond, kayak in violation of 7:56 p.m.: fire, Sterling Street at Coolidge Avenue, a caller 12:42 a.m.: parking violation, Power Street, a patrol officer mooring too far from shore, reports a fire, the responding firefighters report a resident was cre- reports he encountered two vehicles parked near a ‘No parking 12:56 p.m.: watercraft safety, Middle Pond, a group of kayakers ating a large amount of smoke while burning brush in a barrel, the anytime’ sign and issued two citations; were warned of upcoming bad weather; resident was advised of the pertinent regulations and extinguished 12:56 a.m.: vandalism, Maple Terrace, a caller reports a known 1:39 p.m.: South Pond, watercraft violation, a boater towing a his fire; party vandalized his property and fled in a described vehicle, the tube with children on board through a tunnel was advised to stop; 10:14 p.m.: suspicious vehicle, Arms Brook Park, Lockhouse responding officer reports the victim said that the suspect had 3:16 p.m.: animal complaint, a resident reports that he wants to Road, a patrol officer reports he investigated a vehicle parked at the intentionally trampled and damaged his mature marijuana plants, remove one of his dogs because thy keep fighting; dog park and the operator said that he had pulled over to send a text the suspect was found on Hancock Street, Marcus Kane, 20, of 35 6:49 p.m.: general service, North Pond, a caller reports a person message, the officer reports the man was advised of the hours of Day Avenue, 1st. Flr., was arrested for disorderly conduct and mali- operating a jet ski with children on board, the operator said he was operation of city park and left the area; cious damage of property valued less than $1,200; unaware jet skis were not allowed due to lack of signage, an officer 11:52 p.m.: unwanted guest, Union Street, a caller reports her 8:38 a.m.: threatening to commit a crime, Maple Terrace, a showed them the sign heading from Middle to North pond; former boyfriend is outside yelling and trying to gain entry, the resident came to the station to complain that a person who had been 10:38 p.m.: suspicious person, Powder Mill School, a male responding officer reports the man said he came to gather his pos- arrested earlier had called her and threatened her, two charges of youth was seen on surveillance video looking into windows and session sand the caller said that his father had already taken them, threatening to commit a crime were filed; bins at the school.

THIS DAY IN HISTORY Sat., Aug. 8, 2020 is the 221st day of the year. 145 days remain until the end of the year.

defeat in the Battle of Gettysburg, General 1963 – The Zimbabwe African National Afghanistan is raided by Taliban leading to 1968 – Huey Morgan, American singer- ON THIS DAY Robert E. Lee sends a letter of resignation Union (ZANU), the current ruling party of the deaths of ten Iranian diplomats and a songwriter and guitarist to Confederate President Jefferson Davis Zimbabwe, is formed by a split from the journalist. 1970 – Trev Alberts, American football 870 – Treaty of Meerssen: King Louis the (which is refused upon receipt). Zimbabwe African People's Union. 2000 – Confederate submarine H.L. Hunley player and journalist German and his half-brother Charles the 1870 – The Republic of Ploiești, a failed 1967 – The Association of Southeast Asian is raised to the surface after 136 years on 1973 – Scott Stapp, American singer- Bald partition the Middle Frankish Kingdom Radical-Liberal rising against Domnitor Car- Nations (ASEAN) is founded by Indonesia, the ocean floor and 30 years after its discov- songwriter and producer into two larger east and west divisions. ol of Romania. Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore and ery by undersea explorer E. Lee Spence. 1973 – Mark Wills, American singer-song- writer 1220 – Sweden is defeated by Estonian 1876 – Thomas Edison receives a patent for Thailand. 2007 – An EF2 tornado touches down in 1974 – Manjul Bhargava, Canadian- tribes in the Battle of Lihula. his mimeograph. 1969 – At a zebra crossing in London, pho- Kings County and Richmond County, New 1264 – Mudéjar revolt: Muslim rebel forces American mathematician and academic 1908 – Wilbur Wright makes his first flight at tographer Iain Macmillan takes the iconic York, the most powerful tornado in New York 1976 – JC Chasez, American singer and took the Alcázar of Jerez de la Frontera af- a racecourse at Le Mans, France. It is the photo that becomes the cover image of the to date and the first in Brooklyn since 1889. ter defeating the Castilian garrison. dancer Wright Brothers' first public flight. Beatles' album Abbey Road. 2008 – A EuroCity express train en route 1976 – Drew Lachey, American singer and 1503 – King James IV of Scotland marries 1918 – World War I: The Battle of Amiens 1973 – Kim Dae-jung, a South Korean politi- from Kraków, Poland to Prague, Czech Re- Margaret Tudor, daughter of King Henry VII actor begins a string of almost continuous Allied cian and later president of South Korea, is public strikes a part of a motorway bridge 1977 – Lindsay Sloane, American actress of England at Holyrood Abbey in Edinburgh, victories with a push through the German kidnapped. that had fallen onto the railroad track near 1977 – Darren Manzella, American ser- Scotland. front lines (Hundred Days Offensive). 1974 – President Richard Nixon, in a na- Studénka railway station in the Czech Re- geant (d. 2013) 1647 – The Irish Confederate Wars and 1919 – The Anglo-Afghan Treaty of 1919 tionwide television address, announces his public and derails, killing eight people and 1979 – Rashard Lewis, American basket- Wars of the Three Kingdoms: Battle of Dun- is signed. It establishes peaceful relations resignation from the office of the President injuring 64 others. ball player gan's Hill: English Parliamentary forces de- between Afghanistan and the UK, and con- of the United States effective noon the next 2010 – China Floods: A mudslide in Zhugqu 1980 – Craig Breslow, American baseball feat Irish forces. firms the Durand line as the mutual border. day. County, Gansu, China, kills more than 1,400 player 1648 – Mehmed IV (1648–1687) succeeds In return, the UK is no longer obligated to 1988 – The 8888 Uprising begins in Ran- people. 1980 – Jack Cassel, American baseball Ibrahim I (1640–1648) as Ottoman Em- subsidize the Afghan government.[2] goon (Yangon), Burma (Myanmar). Led by 2013 – A suicide bombing at a funeral in player peror. 1980 – Mike Hindert, American singer and 1929 – The German airship Graf Zeppelin students, hundreds of thousands join in the Pakistani city of Quetta kills at least 31 bass player 1709 – Bartolomeu de Gusmão demon- begins a round-the-world flight. nationwide protests against the one-party people. strates the lifting power of hot air in an audi- 1980 – Pat Noonan, American soccer 1940 – The "Aufbau Ost" directive is signed regime. On September 18, the demonstra- 2015 – Eight people are killed in a shooting player ence before the king of Portugal in Lisbon, by Wilhelm Keitel. tions end in a military crackdown, killing in Harris County, Texas. Portugal. 1980 – Michael Urie, American actor, direc- 1942 – Quit India Movement is launched in thousands. 2016 – Terrorists attack a government hos- tor, and producer 1786 – Mont Blanc on the French-Italian bor- India against the British rule in response to 1988 – The first night baseball game in the pital in Quetta, Pakistan with a suicide blast 1981 – Meagan Good, American actress der is climbed for the first time by Jacques Mohandas Gandhi's call for swaraj or com- history of Chicago's Wrigley Field (game and shooting, killing between 70 and 94 and producer Balmat and Dr. Michel-Gabriel Paccard. plete independence. was rained out in the fourth inning).[3] people, and injuring around 130 others. 1982 – Ross Ohlendorf, American baseball 1793 – The insurrection of Lyon occurs dur- 1945 – The London Charter is signed by 1989 – Space Shuttle program: STS-28 player ing the French Revolution. France, the United Kingdom, the Soviet Mission: Space Shuttle Columbia takes off 1984 – Martrez Milner, American football 1794 – Joseph Whidbey leads an expedi- Union and the United States, establishing on a secret five-day military mission. TODAY'S player tion to search for the Northwest Passage the laws and procedures for the Nuremberg 1990 – Iraq occupies Kuwait and the state is 1985 – Brett Ratliff, American football near Juneau, Alaska. trials. annexed to Iraq. This would lead to the Gulf BIRTHDAYS player 1831 – Four hundred Shawnee people 1946 – First flight of the Convair B-36, the War shortly afterward. 1986 – Pierre Garçon, American football player agree to relinquish their lands in Ohio in world's first mass-produced nuclear weap- 1991 – The Warsaw radio mast, at one time 1963 – Jon Turteltaub, American director exchange for land west of the Mississippi and producer 1986 – Chris Pressley, American football on delivery vehicle, the heaviest mass-pro- the tallest construction ever built, collapses. player River in the Treaty of Wapakoneta.[1] duced piston-engined aircraft, with the lon- 1993 – The 7.8 Mw Guam earthquake 1964 – Anastasia M. Ashman, American 1844 – The Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, blogger and author 1989 – Ken Baumann, American actor and gest wingspan of any military aircraft, and shakes the island with a maximum Mer- author headed by Brigham Young, is reaffirmed as the first bomber with intercontinental range. calli intensity of IX (Violent), causing around 1964 – Scott Sandelin, American ice hock- the leading body of The Church of Jesus ey player and coach 1990 – Parker Kligerman, American race 1963 – Great Train Robbery: In England, a $250 million in damage and injuring up to car driver Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church). gang of 15 train robbers steal £2.6 million in 71 people. 1967 – Marcelo Balboa, American soccer player, coach, and sportscaster 1863 – American Civil War: Following his bank notes. 1998 – Iranian consulate in Mazar-i-Sharif, THE WESTFIELD NEWS WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM SATURDAY, AUGUST 8, 2020 - PAGE 3

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Only students who are taking "essential face-to-face classes" Roger Williams University SOE scholarships awarded will be granted access to dorms and other campus facilities, Announces Spring 2020 Dean's List WESTFIELD - The Westfield Sons of Erin Scholarship Subbaswamy wrote. He said school officials "strongly urge" Committee is proud to announce the 2020 scholarship recipi- students taking remote courses not to return to the Amherst BRISTOL, RI -- Select students have been named to the ents. The committee was formed in 1982 to support our mem- area. Classes begin on Aug. 24. Spring 2020 Dean's List at Roger Williams University in bers in providing further education for their loved ones. 13 "I realize that today's announcement will cause disruption for Bristol, R.I. Full-time students who complete 12 or more Sons of Erin Scholarships are available to any member or many of you and is a major departure from the plan we released credits per semester and earn a GPA of 3.4 or higher are child/grandchild of a member who will be pursuing secondary in June," Subbaswamy wrote. "Our intention at that time, with placed on the Dean's List that semester. education including: 2 year, 4 year, or technical training. The our plans to conduct most classes remotely while inviting all Andrew Buchanan, Gabrielle Kopeski and Devlin Welch of criteria used in determining recipients include: essay response, students back to campus, was to strike a balance between the Westfield, and Jake Grilli and Savannah Ziba of Southwick scholastic achievement and extracurricular activities. immersive residential experience so important to our students' among the students recognized. development and the health and safety of the entire community Over the years, the club has provided over $100,000 to wor- in the Amherst area. Unfortunately, despite our best efforts and thy individuals. detailed planning, the proliferation of the pandemic has left us Local students receive Bachelor’s The money is raised by members through many events that with no choice but to pursue this more stringent approach." degrees from UMass Amherst are supported by the wider Westfield community. The chancellor said situations involving students who are 2020 Recipients dependent on campus housing and dining, those in health care AMHERST – Approximately 6,600 students received bach- Sons of Erin Scholarship - Brooke Frisbee, Shannon fields, and international students with specific visa require- elor’s degrees in over 100 majors at the University of Bilodeau, Shayna Sulluvan, and Kelsey Oleksak ments "will be handled on a case-by case basis, and in most Massachusetts Amherst as the university held a virtual com- Sons of Erin Women’s Auxiliary Scholarship - Kealyn instances will be accommodated." mencement celebration for the Class of 2020 on May 8. Matuszczak "Quite simply, when we make a clear-eyed assessment of the Wendy Burke Memorial Scholarship - Jillian Conroy public health data and comparable reopening attempts that are SOUTHWICK Edward Ferriter Memorial Scholarship - MauraWurster playing out across the country, we feel that we have no choice Richard Wilcox Brown George Heath Memorial Scholarship - Connor O’Neill but to make the difficult decision to enact these changes to our Alexis Teya Glynn Richard Hills Memorial Scholarship - Christopher Baker fall plan," the message said. "Our deliberations were also Natalie Adeline Jensen Patrick Hurley Memorial Scholarship - Robert Piper informed by the health and safety concerns expressed by our David J Koleczek Donna Liptak Memorial Scholarship - Hannah Baker faculty and staff and by the citizens and leadership in our host Jack Richard Lebo Susan Mulvenna Memorial Scholarship - Bailey Tymeson community, Amherst." Richard James Marcil Norma and Tom McElligott Memorial Scholarship - Hannah UMass Amherst had more than 24,000 undergraduates Taylor Anne Pszeniczny Jury enrolled as of fall 2019, plus more than 7,000 graduate students Charles Joseph Sclafani III III James Michael O’Connor Memorial Scholarship - Ciara and more than 1,400 full-time faculty members. In June, school Kane Elizabeth Toomey Healy officials said they expected about 14 percent of the student body Omar G Yacteen would be enrolled in the labs, studios and performances that require face-to-face instruction. WESTFIELD The acceleration of the COVID-19 pandemic within the Yahya Can Abanoz Neal Announces Federal Grant United States has prompted other Massachusetts schools to Alexander Michael Alfano rethink their fall plans as well. Benjamin Richard Lee Aylward to Address Opioid Use Disorders Northampton's Smith College, which had been planning for Neal Grady Bachmann on-campus instruction, announced Wednesday it would instead Julia Lynn Barouxis at Holyoke Community College offer all fall courses remotely, and Williams College, in Abigail Blishchik Williamstown, on Thursday issued a strict set of rules under HOLYOKE, MA - Congressman Richard E. Neal, Chairman Jairo Aaron Canales House Committee on Ways and Means visited Holyoke which students will be quarantined in their dorms until receiv- Armando Cardenuto ing two negative COVID-19 tests and unable to leave campus, Community College on Friday to announce a federal grant Christopher Wayne Clark from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services including for shopping trips, through at least September. Nicole Marie Clemente Mount Holyoke College on Friday announced it would not (HHS) in the amount of $399,676. This funding comes from Brandon J Cross the HHS Opioid-Impacted Family Support Program. bring students back to campus in the fall, with President Sonya Ashley Darwick Congressman Neal met with President Christina Royal for the Stephens writing that "the current path of COVID-19 in the David Dubchak announcement. United States, and its devastating consequences, present too Ellen Olivia Dufraine "As Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, I great a risk to our reopening plan." Alivia Rachelle Galipeau In Boston, City Councilor Kenzie Bok wrote this week to the Robert Neal Gonet have been diligent in my commitment to use resources the presidents of Northeastern University and Boston University, Daniel Mark Gosselin II committee has jurisdiction over to assist those who struggle asking them to hold classes remotely instead of bringing stu- with opioid abuse,” said Congressman Neal. “We all know dents back to campus and into the city's neighborhoods. Kristin Margaret Heideman Samantha Nicole Kane someone who suffers from this epidemic. This disease touches Ann Liptak all people from all walks of life. We must continue to work Anna Marie Marco together to combat this critical public health and safety issue, Jillian Marjorie McCormick and I am grateful for the good work HCC continues to do in Anthony Christopher Mulligan this realm." Alexander Gene Neuzil “Funding to launch this new program could not come at a John Robert O'Brien more critical time for our community and economy,” said Andrew Charles Poehlman HCC president Christina Royal. “COVID-19 has made clear Alexis Nicole Ross how essential the role of community health workers are in Karianne Ailed Sant addressing the wide range of physical, behavioral and mental health issues faced by members of our community. Through this program and with our partners, we will not only have the Diltz Dean’s List honors at ability to support more families struggling with substance use, but we will also be creating more jobs in a sector central to our Providence College region’s economic growth.” The Opioid-Impacted Family Support Program supports PROVIDENCE -- Jackson W. Diltz, son Bruce and Wendy training programs that enhance and expand paraprofessionals Diltz of Westfield, has earned Dean’s List honors at Providence College for the spring 2020 semester. knowledge, skills, and expertise. It aims to increase the num- Dean’s List honors are earned by full-time undergraduate ber of peer support specialists and other behavioral health- students who, at the end of the semester, have attained a GPA related paraprofessionals who work on interprofessional of 3.55 or better (on a 4.0 scale), with no grade lower than teams to provide services to children whose parents are “C,” and with no incomplete grades (“I” or “NM”). impacted by opioid use disorders and other substance use disorders, and their family members in guardianship roles.

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Mike Dobbs Flora Masciadrelli issues. continue to help constituents and our State recover from this Managing Editor Director of Sales/ Thursday afternoon, I was proud to present Abby Hoschouer pandemic. Also this week, the Governor, Senate, and House Classified Manager with an official Senate Citation in honor of her receiving the of Representatives agreed to a commitment on Chapter 70 Hope E. Tremblay Emerald Shield from Southwick Regional High. The Emerald Editor James Johnson-Corwin and local aid funding for our schools and municipalities. I Multi-Media Manager Shield is given annually to the member of the graduating class know that many of you reached out to my office with con- who has made the greatest contribution to the Southwick cerns regarding cuts, and I am happy to report that funding Chris Putz Marie Brazee Regional School, and is voted upon by the schools staff and Sports Editor Business Manager will be kept level from FY2020, with increases in place for senior class. The rest of Thursday and Friday was focused on inflation. It’s crucial that we provide the support and fund- Fran Smith Lorie Perry legislation and Senate businesses, including a Friday hearing ing our schools and communities need, so that our educators General Manager Director of Ad Production for the Labor and Workforce Development committee. I am and students are getting the proper resources and education. Vice-Chair of this committee, and we went over several bills in As always, if there is anything I can do to assist you, please the hearing, including ones that would provide more protec- never hesitate to reach out to my office! I can be reached at 62 School Street, Westfield , MA 01085 tions for employees and working parents during COVID-19. my email: [email protected] or phone: (413) 572- Last week, the Senate and House of Representatives agreed 3920. (413)562-4181 to suspend Joint Rule 12A. This allows us to continue our for- Sincerely, www.thewestfieldnews.com mal legislative session past July 31st. I am glad that we will be John C. Velis able to keep working on important legislation, so that we can THE WESTFIELD NEWS WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM SATURDAY, AUGUST 8, 2020 - PAGE 5 Obituaries [email protected] • 413-562-4181 / Ext. 118 • Obituaries online at: westfieldnews.com/categories/obituaries

James T. Daley WESTFIELD – James T. Daley, 87, of Westfield and for- merly of Athol, passed away Wednesday, August 5, 2020 in Westfield. Jim was born on July 10, 1933, in Boston, the son of Anthony Porrino lifts one to left. (DAVE HOSMER PHOTO) the late Timothy J. Daley and the Shortstop Eric Callahan steps on second for the out but can’t late Catherine F. (Shannon) get the runner at first. (DAVE HOSMER PHOTO) Daley. Jim Daley was many things and changed in many ways: Irish and Catholic, coun- try and city, and more. He lived the parts of his upbringing before settling into, outwardly, a mostly stolid, Catholic, and suburban life. His pastimes includ- ed hunting down the lowest priced gasoline in town, going on long walks before the Thanksgiving meal, and dreaming about fishing. He was an agile youth who would ski or swim at the drop of a hat. Major life achievements include a Master of Science in Engineering and a long career in Civil Engineering. Another major achievement was overcoming his alcoholism with sup- port from his beloved sister Betty. Jim developed close ties to his sisters Jeanne and Betty, his mother Catherine, and his extended family after the death of his father Westfield Starfires starting Michael DeMartino blasts a Timothy when he was 7 years old. Perseverance was pitcher Anthony Redfern two-run homer to right cen- quality he consistently demonstrated to his family. fires home a strike. Redfern ter to bring the Starfires Raising his family he worked to instill Catholicism in had three strikeouts in four within one run of the his sons Timothy, Patrick, Edward, and Robert. At home innings of work. (DAVE Brockton Rox, 5-4. (DAVE tinkering in the basement was something he allowed his Thomas Pinto pitched 1 1/3 innings in relief. (DAVE HOSMER HOSMER PHOTO) HOSMER PHOTO) boys. Away from home he took the boys canoeing in the PHOTO) high rivers of Spring, and spent time in the New Hampshire woods. He was protective of his wife Starfires Carolyn on their 57 year journey that began in her home city of Cleveland. As he grew older he used his intelli- Continued from Page 1 gence to prolong his independence in the face of advanc- and two runs scored. Ramon Jimenez (Boston College), of Chicopee and Danny Crossen (Southern Connecticut State ing dementia. The dementia and strokes eventually University) each also had two hits and drove in a run. stripped away much from Jim’s life, but some familiar A busy road lies ahead for the Whip City’s Futures Collegiate Baseball League representatives. parts remained and some long forgotten parts were Westfield travels to Leominster Aug. 7 to take on the Worcester Bravehearts and plays at the North Shore Navigators Aug. 8 revealed. Discussions of work and the low cost option before returning to Leominster to take on the Bravehearts again Aug. 9. The Starfires return home to host the Bravehearts Aug. continued meet with his approval. Carolyn was the last 11 at Bullens Field. First pitch is 3 p.m. person he emphatically remembered; he would often show true joy and surprise upon seeing her round the hallway corner with her walker. Boston, the city of his Chamber Events Mother, came to represent the universe beyond his cur- rent location and a place he often sought to visit. While Continued from Page 1 dementia changed Jim some parts of what must have Chamber members and even non-members tapped into the place. been his youthful personality returned. He showed he resources and were able to get help with some other grants, too, The Chamber is still accepting foursomes for the golf tour- could be gracious and gregarious beyond recognition, including Verizon. We’ve been a source for members to get nament, and interested parties should call the Chamber office and he began to laugh and sing loudly. Jim was a mem- them the information,” Phelon said. at 413 568-1618 to register. On the day of the tournament at ber of the Knights of Columbus. When the city received additional Community Development East Mountain Country Club, registration starts at 10 a.m., He is survived by his wife of 57 years: Carolyn Anne Block Grant (CDBG) funds for small businesses impacted by with a shotgun start at 11 a.m. (Uxa) Daley; four sons: Timothy J. Daley, Patrick J. the closures, Phelon got on the phone. “I called our members Phelon said the golf tournament also offers a great opportu- Daley, Edward M. Daley, Robert J. Daley; nine grand- and suggested they apply. They did and they got them. I helped nity for people to support a local business by buying a gift card children: Hannah Daley, Sarah Figueirdo, Cameron those small businesses get those grants,” she said. from the business and donating it to the Chamber for a raffle Daley, Cristian Daley, Eduardo Figueiredo, Julia Daley, Phelon said it’s not all bad news, however. The Chamber prize. Claire Elizabeth Daley, Keaton Daley, Nora Daley; recently hired a new administrative assistant, and several events “We’re looking forward to this, not only for the revenue. niece and nephews: Timothy Cookman, Carin Casten, are planned for the next couple of months, the last for Phelon as People want to do stuff, my members want to network. We’re Janne Cookman, Christopher Cookman, James Paulin, Executive Director before she retires in September. A search extremely excited about it,” Phelon said. Jackie Mueller, Cecily Westervelt, Justin Paulin, Jamie committee is in place that has reviewed applicants, and will The first Mayor’s Coffee Hour since the shutdown is being Harrington, Jeanne Gifford, Joe Paulin, Jeremy Paulin, start interviewing this month. Phelon said she will be involved planned for Monday, Sept. 14 at 8 a.m. under the Pavilion in Jesse Paulin and Joshua Paulin. He was predeceased by with the selection and onboarding of the new director. Stanley Park, with a limit of 75 people. his sisters: Jeanne Shannon-Daley and Elizabeth Ann “We’re rebuilding the Chamber office, with new administra- Phelon said the Fall Breakfast on Sept. 18, another signature (Daley) Paulin. tion, and hiring a new director,” Phelon said. event, is also still being planned, with the location to be A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday, On Aug. 10, a block party, or rather a “social distancing net- announced. Sen. Richard Neal is scheduled to be the keynote August 11, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. in Our Lady Immaculate working event outdoors,” will be held from 4 to 6 p.m at speaker. This will also be Phelon’s final event, and she is plan- Church, 192 School St., Athol, MA. Burial will follow Results in Wellness at 93 Springfield Road, one of two new ning to say a few words as well. in Calvary Cemetery, Glenallen St., Winchendon, MA. A Chamber members that recently held ribbon cuttings. ”We’re all Phelon acknowledges that the last few months have been calling hour will be held from 9:30 am – 10:30 am, going to be wearing our masks,” Phelon said. tough, and there is a lot of caution and concern in the business Tuesday in the Fiske-Murphy & Mack Funeral Home, The other ribbon cutting was for the new toy store PlayNow community. “Everybody’s sales were down. Even when they 110 New Athol Rd., Orange, MA. To view the online on 5 East Silver St., which also joined the Chamber. “It’s really were allowed to open; (there was) such a cost with all the PPE guestbook, please visit www.mackfmailyfh.com a cute store; all age ranges up to 12-15. It’s adorable. We’re and training of their staff. Time is money. Getting the PPE was excited to have them in Westfield,” Phelon said. really, really a challenge for many businesses,” she said. On Aug. 17, the Chamber will hold its first ticketed Zoom “We’re trying to be optimistic, and encourage the members event; a webinar for businesses with Board of Health Director to hang in there. We have to be hopeful. Once they get that Joseph Rouse, called “Local answers to the state guidelines.” vaccine, even if it’s early next year, it’s going to give people a Vandalism Tickets to the webinar, which will run from 9 to 10 a.m., are sense of hope. Something is better than nothing. The scientists $15 for chamber members and $30 for nonmembers. Phelon are working around the clock. We have to be patient, even Continued from Page 1 said businesses will have direct access to Rouse, and can ask though everybody’s patience is running a little low. We are specific questions. She said questions may also be emailed in going to get through this. It’s kind of like life interrupted,” areas along the Columbia which will make it easier for advance to her, along with reservations, to katephelon@west- Phelon said, adding, “The most important thing is to stay Greenway Rail Trail. people to see what is hap- fieldbiz.org. healthy.” Bard added he has con- pening at the park and alert “The primary purpose is to get all the guidelines by industry. ferred with Scott Hathaway, police,” said Watkins. It’s important because everybody has a different set of rules. We deputy superintendent of the On another note, Watkins can get right down into the weeds,” Phelon said. Westfield Parks and encourages those who enjoy 59 West silver st. The Chamber will also be holding its annual golf tournament Westfield, MA Recreation Department, to gardening to consider volun- at East Mountain Country Club on August 31, its first signature use a brush hog for over- teeringCan for You Helpa few Sarah? hours a event since the shutdown.Sarah Phelon Helps said Seniors she anticipates a good grown areas at Chauncey week. turnout and a good event with all social distancing protocols in 572-4700 Allen Park to allow for more “If you love to garden, Can visibility. give us a hand too,” said You OPEN HOUSE • Sun. Aug. 9th • 12-2pm “It’s hard to see the dis- Watkins. Help MA LIC #107 By Appt. 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DADDY’S HOME Tony Rubino and Gary Markstein JACQUELINE BIGAR’S STARS ontract ridge YOUR C B HOROSCOPE HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Saturday, Aug. 8, 2020: Multitalented and responsible, you tell it like it is. You can do this through play- ing different roles in your life, which brings you many successes this year. Relax and unwind more to stay healthy. If single, you have a versatile dating life and attach to no one in particular. An old love resurfaces. If attached, you are faithful, DUSTIN By Steve Kelley and Jeff Parker and you and your partner are deeply in love. TAURUS keeps you realistic.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19)  Your social life will be very happy today. Image and appearance will be important. Purchase perfect new ward- robe items and try for a new, adventurous look. Experiment with different styles. Pursue travel opportunities. Tonight: Running your own Aries fashion show. TAURUS (April 20-May 20)  A new perspective con- SCARY GARY Mark Buford cerning a love connection from the past brings peace and acceptance. Do some journaling about it. Charity projects can change your life. Today also encourages you to help those in need. Tonight: You feel really good about yourself and the world. GEMINI (May 21-June 20)  It is a great time to seek advice and to network. Plan a garden party Crosswords or outdoor picnic. Someone you love and admire will be favorably impressed. Younger people are a source of pride and inspiration. Tonight: You feel exception- ally proud of your children. CANCER (June 21-July 22) DOGS of C-KENNEL Mick and Mason Mastroianni  Your insight is keen. A friend offers you an opportunity and encourage- ment. Socialize with professional associ- ates. Avoid confrontational types. Employ subtle strategy if arguments develop. Listen to the other person’s point of view and count to four. Tonight: A quiet home- cooked meal. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)  Widen your horizons and move forward. You would enjoy a class today. New friendships with foreign-born people are likely to develop. Your greatest spiritual lessons come through personal explorations and journeys. Tonight: B.C. Mastroianni and Hart Return calls first. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)  Shifts in the worldwide economic pattern can impact your personal finances. Flexibility and a progressive attitude help you acquire the security required. It’s important today to be aware of how the financial decisions of another might be affecting you. Tonight: Explore your world on the television. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)  A deeper quality of love enriches a significant relationship. Wait until after September to make any perma- nent changes in your status. You are exploring intimacy and commitment on a new level. You could change your mind. ONE BIG HAPPY Rick Detorie Tonight: Staying aware and open. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)  Today focuses on your well- being and health. Scorpio’s cell salt is calcium sulphate. It functions as a good overall cleanser to eliminate toxins and facilitate the healing process. Find this cell salt in currants, cauliflower, horehound and horseradish. Tonight: A new kind of meal. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)  Many life-changing tran- sits are aspecting your love and creativity areas. Your attitude toward love and capacity for developing a deep, meaning- ful relationship undergoes profound trans- ANDY CAPP Mahoney, Goldsmith and Garnett formation. And a new creative project is ready to fly. Tonight: Celebrate yourself in true Sagittarius style. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan 19)  Today emphasizes your home and family life. The focus turns toward the welfare and happiness of relatives, includ- ing your extended family. A redecorating, remodeling or even an additional work- space might be appealing. Tonight: Relax or unwind with a soothing herbal bath. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)  Transportation will be a focus today. Transits indicate that you might look for a new vehicle, including a bicy- cle, or consider alternative travel and Cryptoquip ZACK HILL John Deering and John Newcombe transportation arrangements. Mobility issues should be resolved satisfactorily. Tonight: Catch up with old friends and neighbors. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)  A dream or intuitive hunch helps you resolve monetary concerns. Double- check suggestions that others make regarding finances. The actions taken by another might drain your resources. Trust your own judgement, particularly if some- thing sounds too good to be true. Tonight: Relax. BORN TODAY Physicist Paul Dirac (1902), actor Dustin Hoffman (1937), tennis player Roger Federer (1981) PAGE 8 - SATURDAY, AUGUST 8, 2020 WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM THE WESTFIELD NEWS

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