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HOLYOKE – The named new receiver Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners has created the “We’re of public schools in this Together” digital library on the agency’s HOLYOKE – Last Riley sent the following public portal, mass.gov/ Thursday afternoon, letter to the community, con- libraries. It gives residents Commissioner of Elementary firming the appointment. easy access to “free-for- and Secondary Education “Superintendent/Receiver now” resources as well as Jeffrey Riley announced he has Stephen Zrike announced in library resources that are chosen the individual to be the December that he would step always free. On the site next receiver for the Holyoke down at the end of June. I am residents can access new Public Schools. grateful to him for the five resources that many non- years he has spent in Holyoke, profits, authors, compa- and we will continue to build nies, and others are offer- on the improvements that he ing to residents who are helped create. at home due to Covid-19 “In that spirit, I am outbreak. pleased to announce that I have Free and open access appointed Alberto Vázquez to online resources is noth- Matos to be the next receiv- ing new to Massachusetts er for the Holyoke Public libraries. The MBLC, Schools. Dr. Vázquez Matos in partnership with the is currently deputy superin- Massachusetts Library tendent of the Hartford Public Schools. RESOURCES, 2 Born in Puerto Rico, Dr. Vázquez Matos relocated at a young age to New York, where HCC students he grew up and was educated. He began his career in educa- earn Grinspoon tion immediately after graduat- awards ing from college and has served as a teacher, academic dean, HOLYOKE – Holyoke assistant principal, adjunct pro- Community College stu- fessor, associate superinten- dent Heather Reynolds dent, superintendent, and chief Labonte grew up in an of staff in various communi- old farmhouse in Granby, ties in New York and Florida. Mass., in the shadow of In those roles, he developed Long Mountain, not far district-wide strategic plans, from the Robert Frost led transformation work, and Trail. developed school and district The historic home policies and systems. The Holyoke Soldiers Home remains on lockdown with most of the dates back to the late Most recently, Dr. Vázquez residents being treated in Holyoke Medical Center for COVID-19. As 1700’s and had once been Dr. Alberto Vázquez Matos has Matos has served as the deputy of early this week, more than 75 percent of the population at the a stop on the Underground been selected to be the new superintendent of the Hartford Soldiers Home have tested positive for the virus. Soldiers Home Railroad. In the early 20th superintendent/receiver of the Public Schools in Connecticut. officials have working to making administrative changes in order to century it was owned by Holyoke Public Schools. He will He has led efforts to develop address the problems going forward. The flag remains at half-staff to take the new position on July 1. remember those Soldiers Home residents who have passed away in AWARDS, 8 Submitted photo See RECEIVER, page 4 the past two months. Photos by Gregory A. Scibelli

Harmony House receives grant Courts remain closed through June 1 Special HOLYOKE – By Gregory A. Scibelli from the Supreme Judicial ally (by telephone, videocon- The Beveridge Family [email protected] Court, court appearances are ference, email, or comparable election set Foundation has award- still limited to “emergency means, or through the elec- ed a $35,000 grant to The Commonwealth of matters.” The newest order tronic filing system). for Tuesday Harmony House of Western Massachusetts’ many courts was issued on April 27, and Jury trials in both crim- Massachusetts to be used remain closed after the state stated the following: inal and civil cases in state By Gregory A. Scibelli towards the on-going Supreme Judicial Court “The Supreme Judicial courts are postponed to a date [email protected] renovation of their new ordered courts to remain Court today issued an updat- no earlier than July 1, 2020. home for the terminally closed to the general public ed order, which will be effec- All bench trials, in both crim- In a coronavirus-marred ill, located in Chicopee, through June 1. tive May 4, 2020, regarding inal and civil cases are post- world, it’s hard to think about Massachusetts. But one thing that has not the operation of Massachusetts poned to a date no earlier than many of the staples of normal Harmony House is been as clear to many individ- state courts and courthouses June 1, unless they may be life. But some have to keep currently refurbishing a uals is how to access a mod- during the ongoing COVID-19 conducted virtually by agree- happening. house in the Aldenville sec- ified court system while the pandemic. ment of the parties and of After a nearly two-month tion of Chicopee, which state of emergency is in effect. Under the new order, until the court. The new order also delay, the Second Hampden when completed will be a The Hampden, at least June 1, 2020, all courts extends various deadlines.” and Hampshire District will five-bedroom home offer- Hampshire, and Northwestern of the Commonwealth will With jury trials off, any- be represented once again as ing compassionate care for District Attorneys’ offices are continue to be open to con- one with jury service should a special election will name a the terminally ill, specifical- operating with a reduced staff duct court business, but court- considered it cancelled new state senator. ly those who have limited in person at the courthouse. houses will continue to be through July 1. The seat was vacated by resources for special care Judges in all the courts are on closed to the general public, Because of social distanc- Donald Humason, who after in the final stages of life. A a rotation as well to limit their except where entry is required ing, bench trials are also post- many years in the legislature as exposure to the public. to address emergency matters GRANT 16 According to a message that cannot be addressed virtu- See COURTS, page 2 See ELECTION, page 4 ◗ In The News Wistariahurst launches Covid-19 archive project Public contributions of stories and related questions about who makes history, how memories are curated and and images requested used and who has access. HOLYOKE – Wistariahurst, a histor- About the Submission Process ic site, archive and cultural center owned The submission form is in English and operated by the city of Holyoke, has and Spanish and submissions can be announced a project to document the made in any language. local experience of the COVID-19 pan- Contributed materials can be in the demic in Holyoke. form of: Members of the public are encour- • a digital image (JPG); aged to submit stories, photos, audio files • a digital audio or video file (MP3, or video to a growing online collection MP4); that will give future researchers a glimpse • a text document (TXT, DOC, at what life was like during this crisis PDF); for people in Holyoke. All contributions • a link to a website or web archive that relate to Holyoke are welcome and of significance (http://) will become a part of Holyoke’s digital • a plain text submission archival collection held at Wistariahurst. Submitters will be asked to provide Due to the sensitive and ever-chang- an email contact and sign a release form. ing nature of the disaster, submissions The material submitted will be part of will not be released as part of the pub- the public record and freely searchable lic archives until 2025. Submissions are and usable by researchers in the future. made online at www.Wistariahurst.org/ The Wistariahurst Museum is working to create an online collection and archive for life during In addition, please be mindful of HIPPA Corona-Archive-Holyoke. laws. We cannot accept any material that the coronavirus pandemic. File photo “As a community archive, we simply references the health of anyone other had to find a way to capture the commu- from the community, Wistariahurst has with someone from Holyoke. than the submitter. Please share your per- nity’s voice during these unprecedented decided to crowdsource a digital archive “This is an open invitation to our sonal health stories and do not use names times.” says Penni Martorell, Holyoke of the virus and its impact on everyday community to share their story as part or identifying info when discussing other City Historian and Wistariahurst Curator. life. The end result will be a commu- of a collective memory of these times, positive cases or health details. “What each of us is experiencing and nity collection, written and recorded in preserved for researchers in the future,” There are some limitations on file how it is affecting us as individuals is people’s own words, providing a trove emphasizes Martorell. “Every voice is sizes due to the capacity of our collection different. Capturing all that difference, all of primary sources for future readers. important.” process. Collected material and files will the tiny moments, is what makes the his- As a Holyoke-based archive, the collec- In addition to those who will not be shared until May of 2025. torical record most interesting and most tion will be focused on personal expe- undoubtedly be formally studying this To view what a similar project con- accurate.” riences and stories related to Holyoke crisis in the future, the resulting collec- ducted on a national scale looks like, The goal of this project is to gather including contributions from those who tion is envisioned as a teaching tool for please visit Arizona State University’s A varied points-of-view of what is happen- live or work in Holyoke, had an experi- students to learn about how history is Journal of The Plague Year: An Archive ing during this historic moment. In order ence in Holyoke, saw an image or sign in made, the importance of individual sto- of COVID 19 which can be seen at www. to capture a broad swath of experiences Holyoke, and/or recorded a conversation ries standing alongside official sources, COVID19.Omeka.net.

State awards tax credit donors to OneHolyoke Community Development HOLYOKE – OneHolyoke viduals to take advantage of the newest program is $2 million per tax paying enti- will look at the work we are doing and Community Development Corporation round of tax credits that are allocated by ty. The minimum donation each year is will invest in the number of initiatives we has announced it has received a total of the Commonwealth on an annual basis. $1,000. are undertaking to raise individuals and $100,000 in Community Investment Tax According to Michael Moriarty, OneHolyoke received the cur- families out of poverty in Holyoke.” Credits (CITC) issued by a Massachusetts Executive Director of OneHolyoke CDC, rent round of CITCs as a result of CITC is designed to enable local res- Department of Housing and Community “We are reaching out to donors to invest a business plan it submitted to the idents and stakeholders to work with and Development (DHCD) program designed in our work in inner-city Holyoke, which DHCD. Established in 1975 as Olde through community development corpo- to support community development orga- has the dual benefit of accelerating the Holyoke Development Corporation to rations (CDCs) to partner with nonprofit, nizations such as OneHolyoke. transformational change we are leading address blight in Holyoke’s Flats area, public, and private entities to improve Community Investment Tax Credits and, at the same time, affording a sig- OneHolyoke is working to improve the economic opportunities for low- and (CITC) provide a 50% tax credit, of nificant tax credit to those donors and lives of low- and moderate-income resi- moderate-income households and other the total investment and donation to funders who support our work. This dents. residents in urban, rural, and suburban OneHolyoke, against Commonwealth of unique program offers a significant finan- OneHolyoke’s plan includes a range communities across the Commonwealth. Massachusetts tax liability. The CITC cial benefit and the opportunity to help of community investments and strategies, CDCs accomplish this through adoption program can also be utilized as a refund- make change and improve the lives of including: support for an early literacy of community investment plans to under- able tax credit. The intent of CITCs is to many struggling in Holyoke. initiative and the Holyoke-The City That take community development programs, stimulate contributions and donations to Donors who invest in a communi- Reads program; a plan to regularly seek policies, and activities. organizations doing complex community ty investment plan such as OneHolyoke community input through engagement OneHolyoke builds new homes, development work where donors receive CDC are providing flexible working meetings; playing a leadership role in the improves and manages a portfolio of a significant tax benefit as a result. If the capital that can be used by the organiza- Complete Count initiative in Holyoke’s multi-family buildings and, in partnership donor does not have tax liability, a credit tion to seed new programs, fill funding effort to count all residents as part of with the city, offers loan and grant oppor- and payment, tied to the contribution, gaps and leverage other resources. If the the U.S. Census now underway; the tunities to property owners that need to can be issued to the donor (for instance, donor does not have sufficient tax lia- growth of the Flats Community Building, improve their properties. The organiza- a $1,000 donation would yield $500 pay- bility, the credit is refundable and the a neighborhood social facility; and, the tion has a particular focus on the value ment in return). Commonwealth will issue a check for creation of more affordable housing in of homeownership, both for the families The announcement serves as an invi- the balance of the credit to the donor. Holyoke. we serve and for the social and financial tation for companies, foundations or indi- The maximum donation each year of the Moriarty said, “We hope investors well-being of the City of Holyoke.

ing suspects. Arraignments have also from page 1 and EBSCO. Museums around the COURTS, from page 1 RESOURCES, world remain open through virtual occurred remotely and through alternate System, offers Massachusetts residents tours, and authors and illustrators are poned. Many of the rules regarding a per- means. In most cases, arraignments occur free access to research databases with offering storytimes and drawing les- son’s right to a “speedy” trial have been with an individual in jail, while their no library card needed. Residents can sons through their YouTube channel, temporarily suspended. Additionally, the attorney, a prosecutor, and judge conduct access more than 350,000 eBooks and and Public Libraries have also contin- statute of limitations on many different an arraignment by teleconference. Audiobooks through the new program ued serving their patrons online. Many types of crimes is also temporarily sus- One thing that will need to be fig- LEA. They can also access online have begun offering their regular sto- pended. ured out when courts are able to resume resources from the Boston Public rytimes streaming live on Facebook The SJC is keeping a running justice their regular activity, is how to cure the Library by signing up for an eCard or YouTube, others are offering free system, utilizing many other methods that backlog of criminal cases that will keep which allows them to stream movies, mindfulness classes, knitting classes, others are using to communicate such as building up before July 1. music, and TV series. Historic docu- and virtual book clubs. telephone teleconferencing, videoconfer- Examples of emergencies where an ments and photos are available with no You can see all of the free avail- encing, email and other means. individual can access the courts include: library card needed through the Digital able resources by going to libraries. With clerks’ offices still open, indi- Restraining orders, or situations where Commonwealth. This is in addition state.ma.us/pages/free-resources. The viduals needing assistance can contact an individual poses a threat of danger to to all of the online resources that are list will continue to be updated as more their respective clerk’s office. Clerk’s themselves or others. Most civil matters, offered by public libraries across the free resources become available. offices remain open in all courts, and however, will have to wait. Commonwealth. Even though the doors are tempo- they are staffed for people to call and ask While the governor has introduced These resources have been supple- rarily closed, we are still here to help questions. a gradual re-opening plan, the court has mented by additional databases from you. In terms of criminal activity, the its own jurisdiction to decide how it will Gale and eBooks from TumbleBooks Contact us at [email protected] courts are still processing and arraign- re-open its regular operations.

2 • MAY 15, 2020 • The Holyoke Sun In The News ◗ Lori McKenna offers tips for online learning By Shelby Macri It’s important to stay safe and have what they’re doing for and in their class- ulum to make it easier for kids to learn [email protected] a mask or pair of gloves on your person es, and parents can ask their kids to share during this time. There are academic when taking a walk outside. There are a piece of work that they submitted. This teams and teachers are actively discussing HOLYOKE – The remainder of also many State Parks that are restricted can help to show parents that their kids new ways to improve their lesson plans the academic year will be conducted by but open during this time, parents can are doing the correct work, and it gives a and remote learning. online learning, and teachers understand check the rules and availability of parks chance for kids to share thoughts, ideas, If students have questions for their that this can be a challenging way to in order to explore there with their family. stories, and more, with their parents. This teachers, or they do not understand an learn. Assistant Principal Lori McKenna Getting outside and having a breath of will also help kids to keep focus on their assignment, they can and need to com- gave a few tips to help students and par- fresh air is a great way to reset yourself work and their schooling. It’s important municate with their teachers. This is ents at home. and clear away stress during this pandem- for parents to be partially involved in this especially important now during remote Since the school year will be held ic. It’s also a great way to get out of the new schooling process, so that they know learning, because if a student is having by remote learning, students are required house, with all or most family members how hard their kids are working, they trouble their teachers won’t be able to see to do all their work on and over the com- being home and inside all day, tensions know their kids are actually doing and it. Communication between students and puter. Having to sit in front of a com- can arise and walking outside can help to submitting school work, they know who teachers as well as between students and puter screen for hours at a time can be settle things. their kids teachers are and how to contact their parents, is very important right now. damaging to students eyes and heads, Another way parents can help their them, and so that parents can try to help Students can join or request office hours causing headaches and eye irritation. It’s kids is by helping them keep to a sched- ease the stress on their kids. from a teacher, they can send an email, or important to take a break during work and ule each day, like the schedule of classes “The first thing that needs to be said they can send a message through Google to take a step back from the computer or in school. Students have gotten used to is that school is just not the same in this Classroom. Teachers want their students phone screen. the regular structure of the school day, virtual world of learning, but teachers to work hard during this time to earn their “Families have some extra time to so it’s important to try to create a similar are working super hard to try to make it credits, and teachers also want their stu- spend together during this time. Make a structure at home. the best experience the can for their stu- dents to know that they want to hear from meal together, take a walk, play a board “There are times that teachers are dents.” McKenna said. “Teachers want them and see them complete their work game, or share an interesting person- meeting with their students for live or their students to keep connecting with to the best of their ability. Parents can al story or one you saw on the news.” recorded sessions as well as for office them and their peers. Teachers want their remind their kids of these things and can McKenna said. “It is easy to just stay on hours to support them with their work.” students to be thinking and learning, and encourage them on a daily basis to get your phone, play a video game, or watch McKenna said. “This is a very different have worked with their colleagues to cre- their schoolwork done. TV endlessly. Take advantage of the time way of learning for kids, but the more ate lessons and tasks that they think will If parents or students have further being home together and schedule activi- we can make it feel like we are in school, be engaging and interesting for their stu- questions or concerns they can call their ties that keep you connected and commu- such as by keeping a schedule and doing dents.” corresponding schools to leave a mes- nication as a family.” the kinds of tasks and thinking we did While this remote learning can be sage, or they can contact their students While there are limited places to go when we were in school, the more it will hard on students and families, it’s import- teachers through email. While things have in town and in pubic, backyards and side- help students to feel comfortable and will ant to remember that this is no easier on changed during this time, the dedication walks are unaffected and a get source for help them to engage.” teachers and they’re putting forth a lot of of teachers has not changed and continues getting the family outside. Parents can and should ask their kids effort to change and enhance the curric- to be a fuel for online learning. Share your stories of staying at home The Holyoke Sun wants to know in an update on how you’re doing, what We would also be glad to publish how you’re coping with the coronavirus fun enrichment activities the kids have Holyoke children’s artwork, essays or closures and how they’ve changed all of been up to, or anything else that’s made photos created during the school closure. our lives — no school, no work, social the past two weeks a special time in your Include the creator’s full name, age, and distancing and staying at home. home. Include full names of the writer school attended. We can’t meet our neighbors in the or photographer, and anyone visible in For all submissions, also include a schoolyards, playing fields or workplaces each photo. We’ll print the best entries telephone number and email address. 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The Holyoke Sun • MAY 15, 2020 • 3 ◗ In The News HCC launches online summer youth programs HOLYOKE – Holyoke Community Minecraft Redstone Engineers; ROBLOX College is teaming up with the company Makers; Dungeons and Dragons Black Rocket to offer 12 weeks’ worth of Adventure Campaign online summer programming for children June 15: Minecraft Modder; Video 8 to 14-years-old. Game Animation Registration is now open for HCC’s June 22: eSports Apprentice – Summer Youth Programs, which begin Streamers and Gamers; Make Your First June 8 and run through the week of Aug. Video Game! 24. HCC is not running its traditional June 29: 3D Game Design with on-campus summer youth programs this Unity; YouTube Content Creators year because of COVID-19 restrictions. July 6: Code Breakers; Inventor’s “While the pandemic has upended League – Prototyping for the Future; all of our lives, HCC is still planning Minecraft Designers to offer an exciting, engaging array July 13: 3D Game Design with of summer programming for kids and Unity; Minecraft Animators; Pokémon teens,” said Michele Cabral, HCC exec- Masters: Designers & 3D Makers Unite! utive director of professional develop- July 20: Inventor’s League – ment and corporate learning, who over- Prototyping for the Future; Minecraft sees HCC’s Summer Youth Programs. Designers; Rocket Kart Racers: Design A “We want to keep kids safe and healthy, Mario Kart Style Game but we also want to offer them alternate July 27: Code Your Own Adventure! way to engage with others – and learn. Interactive Storytelling; Minecraft Through Black Rocket, kids will be able Modders to learn coding, design video games, play Aug 3: Battle Royale: Make Your eSports, create YouTube videos and much First Fortnite Style Video Game; Video more.” Game Animation Holyoke Community College is teaming up with the company Black Rocket to offer 12 weeks’ The remote classes are conducted in worth of online summer programming for children 8 to 14-years-old. Aug 10: Minecraft Redstone real-time via computer, with each focused Turley Publications courtesy photo Engineers; Rocket Kart Racers: Design on building creativity, and problem-solv- A Mario Kart Style Game; YouTube ing and critical thinking skills through Dungeons and Dragons Adventure “If we can provide on-campus pro- Content Creators play. Campaign, where players can challenge grams in a safe manner, we will announce Aug 17: Minecraft Redstone “They are meant to be fun as well their imaginations, solve puzzles and nav- those in coming weeks,” said Cabral. Engineers; eSports Apprentice – as educational,” said Cabral. “This is not igate epic quests.This program will run Updates, full course descriptions, Streamers and Gamers just another screen experience.” one day a week for six weeks, with each computer requirements and registration Aug 24: Make Your First Video Each of the Black Rocket programs session three hours long. information are available at: hcc.edu/ Game; Minecraft Animators runs three hours a day for five days. All programs cost $149 each. summeryouth For more information please contact Separately, but also starting June Cabral said HCC is also exploring June 8: Battle Royale: Make Valentyna Semyrog at vsemryog@hcc. 8, HCC is running an online Youth opportunities to add other courses. Your First Fortnite Style Video Game; edu.

PLAYGROUNDS REMAIN VACANT United Way’s donates toys to area children SPRINGFIELD – To relieve the bore- dom of Hampden County’s children, the United Way of Pioneer Valley will be part- nering with numerous community organi- zations to deliver over 1,000 educational, age-appropriate toys of various age and gender to families hit hard by COVID-19. The toys will be delivered to our office on Wednesday, May 13, and then made avail- able to our partners based on need. Project Toybox will take advantage of partner organizations’ existing knowledge of fam- ilies in their service areas to determine where the donated toys can make the most meaningful impact.

Aimed at keeping the risk of several people congregating minimized, the playgrounds throughout the city remain shuttered, with a very clear message being conveyed to area families, “Keep off.” Photo by Gregory A. Scibelli

and has been unopposed in his last two in from page 1 from the Inter-American University of from page 1 RECEIVER, Puerto Rico. ELECTION, 2016 and 2018. the district’s strategic operating plan, I would like to thank everyone a house and senate member, elected for Cain is a Republican and a business managed budget challenges, developed who shared their thoughts about the a more local job as mayor of the City of owner from Southwick. He announced a budget formula for equitable school qualities they hoped to see in the dis- Westfield. his bid for the seat in late December and funding within the district, led the con- trict’s next superintendent/receiver1. The special election to name his suc- is a newcomer to politics. struction and renovation of four school That feedback helped inform my selec- cessor was set for March 31 with John Cain was also in the military, serving buildings, and led efforts to improve tion of Dr. Vázquez Matos, and I look Velis facing off against John Cain. as a Navy officer and he currently oper- outcomes for students in reading and forward to the day when he can meet Velis is a major in the U.S. Army ates a construction and mechanical repair math. members of the Holyoke community reserves and served in the Naval Reserves business in Feeding Hills. He is a volun- Dr. Vázquez Matos holds a bach- in person. The district will share more for eight years. He became a lieutenant teer firefighter in Southwick. elor of arts degree in Spanish and sec- information about virtual or in-per- and was eventually honorably discharged. The Second Hampden and ondary education from St. Thomas son opportunities to connect with Dr. Velis, a Democrat, became state rep- Hampshire District represents the com- Aquinas College, a master’s degree in Vázquez Matos when possible. resentative when Humason moved from munities of Agawam, Southwick, school administration and supervision For now, Dr. Zrike and the the house to the senate several years ago. Tolland, Granville, Montgomery, Russell, from Manhattan College, a profes- Holyoke Public Schools leadership Velis won the open seat in 2013. He has Holyoke, Southampton, Easthampton, sional diploma in advanced leadership team will work with Dr. Vázquez served on multiple committees is pas- Westfield, and a small part of Chicopee. studies from Manhattan College, and Matos to ensure a smooth transition. sionate about his work on the Veterans Holyoke’s polls will be open from a doctorate in school administration Dr. Vázquez Matos will officially begin and Federal Affairs assignment, where he 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. with special consider- from Walden University. In addition, his duties as receiver on July 1, 2020. is the vice chair. He is also on the Ways ations and rules for social distancing and he is in the process of completing a I hope you will join me in welcoming and Means committee. He was opposed maintaining a sanitary environment (see doctorate in second language research him to the Holyoke community.” by Daniel Allie in his first two elections related press release, page X).

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Greg Scibelli Although Firefighter’s Day was observed [email protected] earlier on May4, 2020, honoring firefight- SOCIAL MEDIA ers both locally and globally is appropriate Letters to the Editor every day. In European countries, it’s also celebrated on the day honoring Saint Florian, @ The Holyoke Sun the patron saint of firefighters. Symbolically, Help for old lilacs WEB blue and red ribbons or lights represent red www.sun.turley.com for fire and blue for water. The author of hile we never did get in the While lilacs may bloom the first The Firefighter’s Pledge is unknown, but that that new picket fence season after transplanting, it may person is honored each time a Firefighter Wfinished for Mother’s GaRden take three years for them to estab- recites it, “I promise concern for others. A Day, we did attack a patch of lish and flower regularly. As soon willingness to help all those in need. I prom- lilacs that were in terrible need as flowering is finished remove www.turley.com ise courage-courage to face and conquer my of TLC. The poor things were spent blossoms down to the first Turley Publications, Inc. cannot assume liability for the loss of fears. Courage to share and endure the ordeal growing in stone and covered in leaf. Seed formation will be halt- photographs or other materials of those who need me. I promise strength- grapevine and a fair share of poi- ed and energy will be conserved submitted for publication. strength of heart to bear whatever burdens son ivy. They really struggled last and redirected to next season’s Materials will not be returned except upon specific request might be placed upon me. Strength of body year and because of that have only Roberta flower production. Since buds are McQuaid when submitted. to deliver to safety all those placed within Turley a few buds. Once they are finished Publications set in summer it is important to my care. I promise the wisdom to lead, the blooming we’ll cut them back and Columnist tackle any necessary pruning soon compassion to comfort and the love to serve do our best to enrich the soil and after flowering as well. If pruning unselfishly whenever I am called.” cross our fingers that they will rejuvenate. takes place in fall, winter, or in spring prior Currently, National Nurses Week was If you too like lilacs and are in need of a to bloom there is a good chance buds will be A Quote observed during May 6-12, 2020, with appre- refresher course on their culture, read on. sacrificed. ciation shown for School Nurses working in I find it funny that for 50 weeks out of If your lilacs have become too woody OF NOTE educational settings. International Nurses Day the year this nondescript bush blends into and blooms are sniffed by use of tippy-toes is celebrated globally on May12, on the birth- the background, but then, for two glorious it is time for some rejuvenation. Start in the Attitude is a choice. day of Florence Nightingale. During a pinning weeks in May the spotlight is all its own. center of the bush at ground level and work Happiness is a choice. ceremony, several years ago, I heard “The Sure, the flowers are great, but I think that out, cutting out the oldest stems. Then con- Optimism is a choice. Nightingale Pledge” (written in 1893) shared: they are merely a vessel for the intoxicating centrate on reducing the overall height to “I solemnly pledge myself before God and fragrance. I sniff it once and I am taken about 8 feet. Severely overgrown lilacs can Kindness is a choice. in the presence of this assembly to pass my back to my childhood and the purple lilacs be handled in this manner over a three-year Giving is a choice. life in purity and to practice my profession that bordered our back porch. period, pruning out one third each year. Respect is a choice. faithfully. I will abstain from whatever is del- It is not difficult to succeed with lilacs You can propagate your own lilacs sim- Whatever choice you eterious and mischievous, and will not take or providing you meet their basic requirements. ply by transplanting a sucker from the main make makes you. knowingly administer any harmful drug. I will Although they will survive in shade, they bush. In spring, use a spade to separate it, Choose wisely.” do all in my power to maintain and elevated will not bloom there. Plant them in full but leave it in place until the fall, by that the standard of my profession and will hold sun in well-drained soil, avoiding areas that time it will have grown its own roots and Roy T. Bennett in confidence all personal matters committed puddle water in summer or become encased will be safe to move. to my keeping and all family affairs coming in ice in winter. This is not to say lilacs Two diseases that affect the leaves of to my knowledge, in the practice of my call- like a drought, they do appreciate supple- lilac are powdery mildew fungus and leafroll ing. With loyalty will I aid the physician in mental watering during dry spells. Lilacs necrosis, both of which are more cosmetic his work, and as a missioner of health, I will prefer neutral to alkaline soil. Since soils in than injurious to plant health. Powdery mil- Letters to the dedicate myself to devoted service for human Massachusetts tend to be acidic adjusting the dew appears as white blotches on the leaves welfare.” pH with lime is likely to be necessary. in late summer and fall. Adequate spacing Editor Policy National Police Week is celebrated May Transplant in early spring or early fall, and regular pruning to improve air circula- 10-16, 2020. The C.O.P.S. Law Enforcement allowing a good 10 feet of space per lilac. tion may reduce the attack. 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Guest Column Faith Matters: “A Coping Strategy”

By Ken Blanchard this pandemic will be over; but from all of us around the safety of all; we can’t control the spread we don’t know when we will world. We are all afflicted in of a tiny virus that enveloped the world here is a verse in the 12th chap- be able to safely gather with some way or another – wheth- and brought the world’s economies to its ter of the Book of Romans that friends and family once again. er in our own family or our knees; we can’t control how others think Trecently caught my attention (Rom But we trust that we will, local community or our global or behave about that or anything else; 12:12): “Be joyful in hope, patient in somehow, someday – because community – and it calls for we can’t control anything but our own affliction, faithful in prayer.” That’s a our hope is in the Lord. We an extraordinary amount of response to whatever comes our way. pretty good coping strategy, no mat- know that God is with us in patience. The scriptures tell That’s called self-control, and it comes ter what life throws our way. The three good times and in bad, and it us to be patient. We can do to us when we surrender control – when things mentioned in this one verse are is in God that we have hope. that. We have to live as new we let go and let God – when we offer it extremely relevant to the days we are At least a few dozen scriptures creations, putting away our up – whatever “it” is – to God in prayer. currently living...and just might provide a tell us our hope is in God. So allow former ways and putting on new ways We can do that. We have to be faithful in good coping strategy for us! hopeful thoughts to enter your mind, more in alignment with the image of prayer. God is in control. “Be joyful in hope.” Another focus on God the Creator, Sustainer and God, recognizing that we are all in this One of my elderly church members scripture (Proverbs 13:12) says: “Hope Redeemer – and then we can truly be together as God’s children. Be patient in that I used to visit regularly once said deferred makes the heart sick, but a long- joyful in hope that we will be provided affliction. something that really stuck with me, and ing fulfilled is a tree of life.” We can all what we need! But it takes patience. The final piece of that scripture in it is good advice for each and every one certainly relate to that notion of “hope And so, the second part of that Romans 12:12 tells us to be “faithful in of us today. She said: “Well, at my age deferred” as we live through this time of verse from Romans 12:12 – tells us to prayer.” To me, that’s stating the obvi- you just have to live each day, try to the COVID19 pandemic. It can indeed be “patient in affliction.” Again, let’s ous. That’s where it all begins and where get a little joy out of it, and know that “make the heart sick” when we realize no put that in the context of the times we it all ends. We have no control. If this God is with you no matter what.” That’s one really knows how long this thing will are living in. Do you feel afflicted? I pandemic teaches the world anything, it what I’m talking about! That is a living last; when we wonder when a vaccine certainly do, even though I still have my should show us just how little control we example of what I hope you now see in might become available; when we watch health. I can only imagine how it would actually have. We can’t control how long Romans 12:12 as a pretty good coping proposed reopening dates change; when be if this were not the case! It’s a com- we’ve been given to live; we can’t con- strategy for life: “Be joyful in hope, we see more and more events needing to mon complaint – not just from those who trol the behavior of people who willfully patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.” be canceled. True, we don’t know when have been stricken with the coronavirus, ignore restrictions put in place for the AMEN.

colors range from traditional lilac-purple GARDEN, from page 6 to other shades of purple, pink, magenta and white. causes leaves to curl and is thought to be Roberta McQuaid graduated from the result of air pollution. Some varieties the Stockbridge School of Agriculture at are more susceptible to these diseases the University of Massachusetts. For the than others, keep this in mind when mak- last 28 years, she has held the position ing your selection at the nursery. There of staff horticulturalist at Old Sturbridge are hundreds of cultivars of the Common Village. She enjoys growing food as well Lilac (Syringa vulgaris). Single and dou- as flowers. Have a question for her? ble-flowering forms are available, and Email it to [email protected].

surviving families and law enforcement HEROES, from page 6 attendees), will be Live Streamed and can be watched globally. Survivors announced that due to Heroes are among us ready to serve. the COVIC-19 health restrictions in They respond readily to disasters, emer- Washington, D.C. and Virginia, and the gencies and to domestic traumas. travel advisories throughout the coun- One of the calls that heroes respond try, the National Police Week’s public to is the three-digit number: “9-1-1” This events were cancelled. However, Fallen “Universal Emergency Number” is for Law Enforcement Officers will be hon- U.S. residents to use when needing emer- ored during a Virtual Candlelight Vigil gency help. Canada also uses this same on May 13th. Special recognition number. When seeing the “9-1-1” num- and names of the each of the men and ber-- it reminds us all of a take-your- women, who died in the line of duty in breath-away day in 2001 when our coun- 2019, will be read aloud. This important try was shocked. That date? 9-11. event held on the National Mall, (usually Let’s be thankful that when duties with more than 30,000 first responders, call, heroes answer.

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from page 1 them as they get started. Typically, the AWARDS, awards are announced at the Grinspoon Professor Burlingham Schurr, a cura- Entrepreneurship Initiative banquet, held tor for Holyoke’s Wistariahurst Museum each spring at the Log Cabin in Holyoke. whose collection of butterflies from But because of COVID-19, the banquet around the world still lines the walls of was cancelled, and awards announced the dining room. online. After her parents died, Labonte and “This has been a dream of mine her sister inherited the house and the for a long time,” Ortiz said in February 52-acre plot that was once one of the after being selected to participate in largest cattle farms in Granby and is now Holyoke SPARK’s Entrepreneurship for an idyllic landscape that includes mature All (E-for-All) Initiative, for which she gardens and a pond. earned a first-place prize of $2,500 for “I was married here, as was my her food truck idea. “I’ve seen a need in cousin,” said Labonte, 51, who is study- my hometown for a wider variety of food ing marketing at HCC. “It’s such a beau- options and I can’t wait to do my best tiful and special place, and I want to to bring some fresh, new options to my share the love of this property with oth- neighbors in Holyoke and Springfield.” ers.” Labonte also participated in If all goes according to plan, Holyoke’s E-for-All program this year Labonte will do just that. and earned a second-place award of She was one of three HCC students $2,000 for Harris Mountain Estate. She and one HCC alumna to earn entrepre- said she is now working with town offi- neurship awards this spring from the cials in Granby to get the necessary per- Harold Grinspoon Foundation. Labonte’s mission to make her business dream a business plan calls for creating Harris reality. Mountain Estate, an outdoor venue for “I believe it will happen,” she said. weddings, corporate events, graduation “It will just take time. I hope to be run- parties, reunions, and other special gath- ning by 2021.” erings for up to 175 guests. Michaeala Konig of Westfield “I want to carry on my parents’ received a Grinspoon Spirit Award, legacy and share this amazing space,” HCC culinary arts student Nicole Ortiz serves lunch at the HCC MGM Culinary Arts Institute in which is for revenue-generating busi- February. Labonte said. Submitted photo nesses. Konig graduated from HCC Also earning Grinspoon awards who both plan to launch food truck oper- Crave Food Truck. in 2016 with her associate degree in for their business concepts was HCC ations. Clark’s is called Lettuce Eat, a Each year, the Grinspoon Visual Art and is the owner of Bloom culinary arts student Nicole Ortiz of mobile organic salad business. Ortiz will Entrepreneurship Initiative recognizes Aesthetics, a skincare business in Holyoke and business/culinary arts stu- focus on serving bright, healthy break- promising entrepreneurs with mone- East Longmeadow that she opened in dent Alexandra Clark of Huntington, fast items to busy commuters with her tary awards of up to $1,000 to assist December 2019.

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By Gregory A. Scibelli [email protected]

HOLYOKE – Holyoke High School cross country and track have had a great history of success, and the boys track team would have been just as successful as in previous years under Joe Dutsar, who also coaches football for the school. Dutsar said he had a cau- tiously optimistic outlook on the season, saying the team would have needed to find consistent performances at each meet this year. “We had a cautiously optimistic outlook if the right players were able to come together and perform on a consistent basis,” said Dutsar. “With veteran leadership and unclassed speed we were looking to be a better team than we were last season.” He said he feels for the seniors that will not get an opportunity to compete one last time. “I feel horrible for my guys,” he said. “But it’s one of those things. We don’t worry about what we can’t control.” Among the seniors he projects to be part of the team this year was Jacob Swinehart. Swinehart would have competed in the 200, been part of the relay teams, and would have been a long or tri- ple jumper. “He was hard-working, dedicated, and one of our top returning scorers from last year,” said Dutsar. Dutsar The Holyoke High School track team missed on a 2020 campaign that would have included some talented individuals who would have See TRACK page 9 contended for Western Mass. titles in many events. File photos Senior athletes to be Golf courses allowed to open, highlighted in coming weeks

By Gregory A. Scibelli spring season being cancelled. carts for those in need [email protected] We hope to also publish action photos of seniors from By Gregory A. Scibelli which will slightly change how ing the ban on carts, but only The Turley Publications previous seasons, though par- [email protected] the game is played temporarily, for people who show a physical sports department is looking to ents and coaches are encour- such as the fact that flags must need for them. honor the senior athletes who aged to send photos of seniors After more than a month remain in the hole and flags that According to Mass. Golf, have had their spring seasons they would like to see pub- of waiting, a sigh of relief has are hit with the ball not going in the sport is a $2.8 billion busi- cancelled by the coronavirus lished in the upcoming edi- come over at least one sport as the hole are considered a com- ness in the state. Because golf pandemic. tions of the paper. Gov. Charlie Baker lifted the pletion of that hole. can be done with a certain level Over the next several If you don’t see your ban on golf courses. Golf cours- One restriction that was of social distancing, many peo- weeks, the sports section will child’s sport in the paper, es were able to open up last met with a lot of unpopulari- ple have been clamoring for the have stories and photos about please encourage your son or Thursday after Baker took heat ty was the banning of the golf re-opening of courses. the various spring sports teams daughter’s coach to contact us for being the only state in the carts, requiring that people walk For now, with a number that were never even able to so they can all be included country not to allow golfing. from hole to hole. For many of guidelines, golfing is now have a practice, and eventual- All submissions can be Two golf courses in cen- older golfers, that made the possible for all ages. Not every ly saw their full season can- made to Sports Editor Gregory tral Massachusetts, one of them prospect of hitting the course golf course has opened, but celled. You can see them start- A. Scibelli at sports@tur- being Wachusett Golf Course, not feasible, and was some- most private courses have made ing in this week’s editions. ley.com. In the subject line, was set to re-open despite the thing that would likely con- the decision to open. Because We will be talking with please identify the school governor’s ban, but Baker lift- tinue to chase golf business to Baker allowed course to employ spring coaches and athletic and sport you are writing in ed it before owners could defy neighboring states, including maintenance staff during the directors, but would also love about. Senior athletes are also him. Connecticut. full stay-at-home advisory peri- to hear from senior players encouraged to write in to talk His move was not made But Sunday morning, od, most course were kept up about their feelings about the about the season that wasn’t. without restrictions, many of Baker announced he was lift- See GOLF page 9

The Holyoke Sun • MAY 15, 2020 • 9 ◗ Sports AHL cancels remainder of 2019-2020 season SPRINGFIELD - The Springfield and leadership in navigating through American Hockey League to cancel the outs through the shortened 20-21 sea- Thunderbirds, in conjunction with the challenges faced over the past two remainder of the 2019-20 season. On son, the same number as all of last sea- the American Hockey League (AHL) months. The AHL continues to place behalf of the entire Thunderbirds orga- son, as well as eclipsing the 5,000 per and Chief Executive Officer David paramount importance on the health nization, we would like to thank our game attendance mark for the second Andrews, announced today that the and safety of our players, officials, great fans for their unwavering support consecutive season with an average of league’s Board of Governors has voted staff and fans and all of their families, this year as well as the Florida Panthers 5,262 per game. Next season will be a to cancel the remainder of the 2019- and we all look forward to returning to for their commitment to our city during special one for the organization, as we 20 AHL regular season and the 2020 our arenas in 2020-21.” the first four years of our franchise. begin a five-year affiliation agreement Calder Cup playoffs due to the ongoing The AHL’s standings – sorted by Please continue to adhere to all local with the defending Stanley Cup cham- COVID-19 public health crisis: points percentage – and statistics as of and federal guidelines in an effort to pion St. Louis Blues to coincide with “After a lengthy review process, March 12, 2020, are considered final stay safe, and I can’t wait to see all the club’s fifth year of existence. the American Hockey League has and official, and will serve as the basis of you in a few short months to kick As an organization we have been determined that the resumption and for determining league awards for the off our 5th Anniversary season at the proactive about reaching out to fans completion of the 2019-20 season is 2019-20 season. MassMutual Center in 2020-21. with tickets to remaining games, but not feasible in light of current condi- Statement from Springfield Though the final standings will if you have not yet made a decision in tions.The League’s operational focus Thunderbirds’ President, Nathan Costa show the T-Birds on the cusp of a play- regards to those tickets, a Thunderbirds has turned toward actively prepar- These truly are unprecedented cir- off berth for the first time in their his- representative can help you by calling ing for the 2020-21 season. We are cumstances, and though it is not the tory, we continued to make an impact (413) 739-GOAL or by visiting our very grateful to the National Hockey outcome that we all hoped for, we fully in the Springfield community during Live Chat on our website, www.spring- League and its teams for their support support the decision made today by the our fourth season. We had nine sell- fieldthunderbirds.com. Owls Athletic Department honored by UMass-Amherst

WESTFIELD – Westfield State During Lenfest’s tenure, Westfield system, with stops in Pittsfield, Mass., one of the few sport management pro- University Director of Athletics Richard has added varsity women’s lacrosse, and Kingsport, Tenn. grams housed within a business school: (Dick) Lenfest, Jr. has been honored men’s ice hockey, and men’s and wom- Other 2020 honorees includ- the Isenberg School of Management. U.S. by his alma mater as a recipient of the en’s golf to its sport offerings. Lenfest ed current Pittsburgh Pirates and for- News & World Report ranks Isenberg as a Harold J. VanderZwaag Distinguished has also led fundraising efforts that have mer Boston Red Sox general manager top public undergraduate business school Alumnus Award from the UMass helped Westfield State to establish its Ben Cherington, MS 1997, Catherine in New England, and Isenberg’s online Amherst’s Mark H. McCormack hockey team, improve its baseball and Carlson, MS 1998, the Senior Vice MBA is ranked #3 in the world by the Department of Sport Management. softball fields, and rename its track, cre- President, Revenue and Strategy for the Financial Times (2019). Lenfest has been the athletic direc- ating endowed funds for track, hockey, Philadelphia Eagles, and Daryl Jasper, BS The Mark H. McCormack tor at Westfield State since the 2005-06 and cross country, as well as starting the 1993, vice president of Learfield’s East Department of Sport Management is one season. In his tenure, Owls’ athletics Owl Club annual and corporate giving Region. of the oldest such programs in the world, has been recognized eight times as the programs and Owl Club golf tournament The Distinguished Alumnus Award and the program’s network includes more Howard C. Smith Cup winner, represen- to support athletics. is named in honor of longtime professor than 2,500 sport industry alumni, featur- tative of the best overall athletics program Lenfest is a graduate of the sport Dr. VanderZwaag’s unwavering dedica- ing leaders and innovators within every in the Massachusetts State Collegiate management program at UMass Amherst, tion and commitment to the department. segment of the commercial sports indus- Athletic Conference. The Owls won the and earned his MBA from American Honorees are alumni who display profes- try. The department has one of the top Smith Cup in 2015, ‘16, ‘17, and 2018, International College, where he also sional excellence, outstanding achieve- undergraduate programs in the country, the first four-year sweep in school history. served as assistant athletic director and ment in the sports industry, and dedica- and its graduate program—consisting of In the summer of 2018, Lenfest was assistant women’s basketball coach. tion to the McCormack Department of master’s (MS) level as well as dual-de- recognized as an Under Armour Athletic Before beginning his career in college Sport Management. gree (MBA/MS) concentrations—is Director of the Year by the National athletics, Lenfest worked for ten years The Mark H. McCormack currently ranked #1 in the world by one Association of Collegiate Directors of in professional baseball as an assistant Department of Sport Management at the of the industry’s leading publications, Athletics (NACDA). general manager in the New York Mets University of Massachusetts Amherst is SportBusiness.

Sign-ups on hold for Quabbin League Valley Wheel looking for new players REGION – The Quabbin Valley hopefully to begin play sometime in REGION – The Valley Wheel Over- still plans to play its season once bans on Over-30 Baseball League is seeking June or July. The season is 15 regular 30 Baseball League is seeking new players gatherings are lifted. The league is built new players for 2020 season. The season games plus at least one playoff for the upcoming 2020 season. The league on comradery, fair play, and having a good league has six teams, several with open game. A modified schedule is being is seeking players ages 28 and up. Players time with friends. If interested in trying roster spots. Last year, the league voted worked on by league officials. Games turning 28 this year are eligible. However, out, go to www.valleywheelbaseball.com. to allow players age 28 and 29 to be are nine innings and metal (BBCOR only players 30 and older can pitch. The The rules of the league and new player able to join the league, though players -3) or wood bats are allowed. Fields league plays 15 regular season games with forms can be found on the site. For further under 30 are not eligible to pitch. The locations are throughout Western Mass. games being held mostly on Sundays with information, you can contact the league’s cost of the league this season is $192. For more information on the a couple of weekday games thrown in the commissioner, Jim Nason at wheel12@ For returning and new players, sign- league, or if you are interested in reg- mix as well as a special Mother’s Day comcast.net or call him at (413) 433-4308. ups have been placed on hold until a istering, go to https://www.quabbinval- Saturday game in early May. However, due Tryouts will be take place as soon as con- determination has been made on the leybaseball.org/. The league is also in to the current circumstances, the league ditions are allowed, but new player appli- season going forward. The league is Facebook. schedule has been pushed back. The league cations are still being accepted.

from page 8 restaurant, bag room and locker room GOLF, must remain closed. Personnel will be this spring,” said Dutsar. “He was a from page 8 and ready to go last Thursday when the present to enforce social distancing. TRACK, gritty runner.” No other employees will be allowed Shea is headed for Harvard order was lifted. added Swinehart will be heading to to work at the recreational component University. Municipally-run courses can be Endicott to play football. of the golf operation. All staff must Donovan Kro was also a mid-dis- opened at the discretion of the indi- Gabriel Fernandez, who also was wear face coverings while on property. tance runner. vidual towns. Agawam Mayor William quarterback for the Holyoke football Members-only clubs can allow guests “I was expecting him to have a Sapelli immediately opened Agawam team, was a hurdler and a jumper. as determined by the security person- breakout season as a multi-event Municipal Golf Course. “He was a versatile athlete,” said nel on the golf course. Private clubs threat,” said Dutsar. If you are thinking about heading Dutsar. that allow non-members to make res- The Knights typically have six out to the golf course, here are a few of Jack Shea would have been a mid- ervations can do so at their discretion. to eight track meets and would have the things you should know to play the dle distance runner, going in events Maintenance personnel are permitted participated in a PVIAC meet and a game properly and safely under state like the 400, 800, or possibly the one- to work on the golf course. Online and Western Mass. meet where qualifiers guidelines: All golfers must maintain mile. remote payment options must be uti- would seek to make it to the state meet. proper social distancing of at least 6 “He had a great cross country sea- lized. Flagsticks must remain in the The spring season was cancelled feet at all times. Groups of players are son and he would have multi-evented restricted to no more than 4 players at hole. Hole liners must be raised so for all athletes. one time. Tee Time Policy must be 15 picking a ball out of the hole doesn’t minutes between groups. Golfers must occur. Bunker rakes must be removed, stay in their car until 15 minutes before and ball washers must be removed or their tee time and must return to their covered. Practice putting green, driv- How to contact the Sports Editor car immediately following play. All ing range, and chipping areas must be golfers must use their own golf clubs. closed. Facilities must have readily Have the scoop on a local sports story? Want to submit a team photo, Sharing golf clubs or rental golf clubs accessible hand sanitizer. pass along a potential story idea, or just find out how to get a copy of that is not allowed. It is possible these restrictions will great photo of your young athlete? Please send all sports-related press releas- These are the rules for golf course: receive another look as the state begins es and information to Sports Editor Greg Scibelli at: [email protected] or Course facilities including but not to re-open. Golf is currently the only call, 1-413-283-8393. limited to the clubhouse, golf shop, sport being played in the state.

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The Holyoke Sun • MAY 15, 2020 • 11 ◗ In The News Courses available for clients of MassHire system SPRINGFIELD – Springfield “Whether you’ve recently lost your Technical Community College offers job, you’re a high school student about hundreds of online courses that may to graduate, a career changer or looking be available free for individuals who for personal or professional develop- use services provided by the statewide ment, we encourage you to visit our MassHire Workforce System. website and look at the hundreds of The courses can be completed from online courses available,” Buonora said. home to help workers and job-seekers Many Workforce Development enhance their skills and become more Center programs may qualify for competitive candidates in the job mar- funding under the Department of ket. Online training may be an ideal Unemployment Assistance. Anyone option for those out of work and seek- who is out of work should contact the ing employment during the COVID-19 MassHire Career Centers in their area pandemic. The courses are available 24 for guidance and information. hours a day. STCC has established partnerships David Buonora, assistant vice with several nationally recognized pro- president of workforce development viders of non-credit courses, including at STCC, said the online programs are Ed2Go and MindEdge, which are pro- meeting a demand for remote train- viders of web-based education. Students ing while the nation practices social who successfully complete these cours- distancing. STCC, like other higher es receive a transcript from the college learning institutions, has temporarily verifying the number of instructional suspended all on-campus, face-to-face hours awarded. Online courses are available at Springfield Technical Community College. Those utilizing instruction in response to the COVID-19 To learn more and view available services through the MassHire system may qualify for funding through the Department of pandemic and in alignment with state courses, visit stcc.edu/wdc/online-edu- Unemployment Assistance. Submitted photo and federal guidelines. cation. New Family Defense Practicum to help children and indigent parents SPRINGFIELD – The Western New Northampton CAFL Office. “I think England University School of Law will that many people may not realize the introduce a Family Defense Practicum important work that is done there. In into the JD curriculum in the spring part that may be due to the fact that of 2021. This immersive experiential in Massachusetts care and protections learning opportunity is the result of a occur in impounded courts so the pub- partnership between University’s School lic is not allowed in. We hope that this of Law and the Committee for Public program will help to bring awareness Counsel Services, the statewide public to this interesting and important area of defender system. law and in turn bring in passionate new Working with the CPCS’s Children lawyers into the fold.” and Family Law program, the initia- Participants in the Family Defense tive is designed to help alleviate the Practicum will spend 16 hours a week at shortage of certified attorneys who have their job site working under the supervi- the time and training to represent fam- sion of staff attorneys as student lawyers ilies in need in Western Massachusetts. in the Children and Family Law division The program will be helpful in prepar- of CPCS. The CAFL division provides In the spring of 2021, the Western New England University School of Law will introduce a Family Defense Practicum as part of the JD curriculum. For more information visit wne.edu. ing students for future CAFL work and legal representation to both children Submitted photo those who want to participate in the and indigent parents in child welfare CAFL Pipeline Program. matters. Student lawyers will have the the opportunity to represent infants and fy all prerequisites, attend an orienta- “We at CPCS are very excited opportunity to represent parents in child toddlers, in which the student lawyer tion and weekly seminar and fulfill the to have students join us in our work welfare proceedings as well as child will aid in substituting judgment for the requirements for student practice certi- in the Juvenile Courts.” says Barra clients who are verbal and can articu- child. fication under SJC Rule 3:03. For more Cohen, staff attorney at the Amherst- late their position. They may also have Practicum applicants must satis- information, visit wne.edu.

Public officials provide update on Talent show is city’s latest video contest The second round of the Holyoke $100 gift card to the Holyoke business of at Home video contests will be a talent their choice. Community Tracing Collaborative show, the mayor’s office announced this Submissions are being taken BOSTON – On May 7, the Baker- spread of COVID-19, it is critical that week. until 4 p.m. Friday, May 15. Videos Polito Administration joined Partners Massachusetts residents answer the All residents of Holyoke are encour- can be uploaded to www.holyokeath- in Health and local public health offi- phone when a contact tracer calls or aged to get creative while staying home ome.com, or posted to Facebook, cials to provide an update on contract texts. Contact tracers will only reach out and submit a video of up to 90 seconds Instagram or Twitter using the hashtag tracing efforts through the COVID-19 from phone numbers with 833 or 857 showcasing a talent. This can include #HolyokeAtHome. Privacy settings need Community Tracing Collaborative (CTC) area codes, and the phone’s caller ID will singing, dancing, cooking, playing an to be set at public in order for videos launched last month. The initiative focus- say MA COVID Team. instrument, drawing or reciting an origi- to be judged. If posting to Facebook, es on tracing the contacts of confirmed Since calls began on April 12, tens nal poem. videos should be directly posted to the positive COVID-19 patients, and sup- of thousands of Massachusetts residents The purpose of the contest is to Holyoke City Hall page (facebook.com/ porting individuals in quarantine, build- have participated in contact tracing. engage residents with each other as well CityofHolyoke), with the hashtag includ- ing on COVID-19 Response Command Staffed with more than 1,600 tracers, the as creating an interactive platform to ed in the description or title of the video. Center efforts to leverage public health Tracing Collaborative has reached nearly share different activities, tips and skills Voting for the People’s Choice will college students to augment the contact 14,000 confirmed cases and established to have fun at home during the corona- begin at 5 p.m. on May 15 and conclude tracing being done by local boards of more than 7,500 of their contacts since virus state of emergency. at noon Monday, May 18, health. calls began on April 12. In part due to As with the first Holyoke at www.holyokeathome. If an individual tests positive for effective social distancing measures, the at Home video contest last com. The three winners COVID-19, the MA COVID Team will median number of contacts reported by month, three winners will will be announced on reach out by phone to connect the con- each confirmed case remains approxi- be awarded, chosen by Facebook later that day. firmed case with support and resources mately two. Mayor Alex Morse, City For more informa- necessary for quarantine, and to iden- To learn more about the MA COVID Councilor Jim Leahy, and tion, visit www.holy- tify any close contacts that may have Team and the Community Tracing a “People’s Choice” deter- okeathome.com, or email been exposed. As the CTC continues Collaborative, visit www.mass.gov/ mined by online voting. All MayorsOffice@holyoke. its contact tracing work to mitigate the MATracingTeam. three winners will receive a org.

Annual Press Club Roast postponed until fall 2020 SPRINGFIELD – The Valley Press fundraiser for the club’s scholarships to area mayors, city councilors and state leg- Republican is the chairman of the event. Club’s Board of Directors decided March journalism students, is usually held in the islators were expected to attend. The Valley Press Club, founded in 1960, 17 to postpone the May 8 Valley Press spring at the John Boyle O’Reilly Club in The Roast is similar to the White consists of active and retired journalists Club Roast to the fall due to the effects of Springfield. House Correspondent’s dinner in and marketing/public relations profes- the new coronavirus. Tony Cignoli, noted national polit- Washington, D.C. that uses humor to sionals. The Roast, which features humor- ical consultant, was to be the emcee. bring both the media and newsmakers For more information or to become a ous sketches about public officials as a Numerous local politicians, including together. Peter Goonan, reporter of the member, visit valleypressclub.com.

12 • MAY 15, 2020 • The Holyoke Sun In The News ◗ Dakin accepting nominations for humane awards SPRINGFIELD – Dakin Humane mals and people in their community. This while that pet’s person was hospitalized locations in Leverett and Springfield. Society is accepting nominations from award recognizes their dedication and with the virus. Maybe someone organized The organization shelters, treats and fos- the public for its Dakin Humane Awards compassion on behalf of animals and a fundraiser to help a person keep their ters more than 20,000 animals each year. until July 31. Nominees should be peo- people in need. pet when faced with sudden unemploy- Dakin is a local non-profit organization ple who go out of their way to care for Richard and Nathalie Woodbury ment,” she said. “There are many people that relies solely on contributions from animals in need; people who volunteer Philanthropy Award – This award pays who have volunteered at animal shelters, individuals and businesses. For more to help animals; or people and/or animals homage to an individual who displays a so their dedication could lead to a nomi- information, visit www.dakinhumane.org. who have provided significant public ser- remarkable sense of stewardship in shar- nation for them as well. We hope people vice or shown courage in a crisis. ing time, talent and financial resources to will nominate someone they know who Finalists in each of the award cat- improve the lives of animals and people deserves recognition.” egories will be picked from among the who love them. Nominations are being accept- nominees and notified of their selection Animal Hero Award – This award ed online only at http://bit.ly/2NOcgps. in August. The award ceremony will be recognizes an exceptional animal and Mail-in nominations will not be accepted. live streamed at a later date in the fall, handler (when applicable) whose valor Nominees should be residents of cen- and one winner in each of the categories and extraordinary devotion to people tral or western Massachusetts or northern will be announced. proved lifesaving in disastrous or chal- Connecticut. There are five awards to be lenging heath circumstances. After July 31, nominations will be bestowed. They are: “Originally, we had planned to pres- reviewed by Dakin Humane Society’s Frances M. Wells Award – This ent the 2020 Humane Awards in May,” directors and staff, and finalists will be award is given to an individual recog- said Dakin’s Director of Development selected. After that, a panel of indepen- nized for notable contributions to the and Marketing, Stacey Price. “Then the dent judges will select the winners by health and welfare of animals. COVID-19 pandemic made that gath- voting in each category. The decisions Youth Award – This award hon- ering impossible, so we are planning a will be based solely on the content of the ors a hero, 16 years or younger, whose live stream awards ceremony sometime nomination forms. Nominators are asked extraordinary care and compassion makes this fall, which will be announced soon. to provide thoughtful, concise and specif- a difference in the life of an animal, and We are extending our nomination period, ic examples of their nominees’ efforts on makes the world a kinder and gentler and with so many acts of kindness being behalf of animals. place. offered among people these days, we are Dakin Humane Society delivers Champion Award – This award hoping some folks will nominate some- effective, innovative services that improve is given to a public servant who makes one whose good deeds “For example, it the lives of animals in need and the peo- life better for tens of thousands of ani- could be someone who cared for a pet ple who care about them from its two

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Public Notice Users permitted by the City of 63 N Canal Street Hodges of Agawam, MA; relating to the estate, includ- com or via drop off or mail Firms in Significant Holyoke. This monitoring is Holyoke, MA 01040 Petitioner Karen Merchant of ing distribution of assets and to: 99 Suffolk St., Holyoke, Non-Compliance in place to assure no harmful (413)322-5645 Springfield, MA a Will has been expenses of administration. MA 01040. Prevailing Wage January 1, 2019 – December pollutants are discharged to 5/15/2020 admitted to informal probate. Interested parties are entitled Rates, which are to apply to 31, 2019 the collection system. For the Kristin Hodges o f to petition the Court to insti- the work, are set by the MA In accordance with the period of January 1, 2019 – Commonwealth of Agawam, MA; Karen tute formal proceedings and Dept. of Labor & Industries. Environmental Protection March 31, 2019, 1st quarter Massachusetts Merchant of Springfield, to obtain orders terminat- OSHA 10 course is required. Agency regulation 40 CFR self-analysis was not com- The Trial Court MA has been informal- ing or restricting the powers A 50% Payment Bond will 403.8 (f)(2)(viii)(F), the City pleted by the SIU. This is the Probate and Family Court ly appointed as the Personal of Personal Representatives be required of the selected of Holyoke, Massachusetts first instance of significant Hampden Division Representative of the estate to appointed under informal pro- Contractor. wastewater treatment plant non-compliance for Marox 50 State Street serve without surety on the cedure. A copy of the Petition Mandatory Site Visit: is required to publish annu- Corporation, as they have Springfield, MA 01103 bond. and Will, if any, can be Interested Contractors ally a list of industrial users maintained compliance out- (413)748-8600 The estate is being obtained from the Petitioner. must attend a mandatory in significant non-compliance side of this isolated incident. Docket No. HD20P0535EA administered under informal 5/15/2020 site visit to be held on June with applicable pretreatment City of Holyoke Estate of: procedure by the Personal 2, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. The requirements. Industrial Wastewater Louis Marion Smola Representative under the LEGAL NOTICE meeting will convene onsite, Industrial User: Marox Pretreatment Program Also Known As: Massachusetts Uniform CITY OF HOLYOKE 91 Walnut St., Holyoke, MA. Corporation Water Pollution Control Louis M. Smola, Probate Code without super- GAS & ELECTRIC For additional information, Violation: Failure to pro- Facility Louis Smola vision by the Court. Inventory DEPARTMENT please contact: Yocelyn F. vide report 1 Berkshire Street Date of Death: and accounts are not required WALNUT ST LOWER ROOF Delgado (413) 536-9308 or Current Status: I n Holyoke, MA 01040 5/12/2019 to be filed with the Court, but REPLACEMENT via email to: ydelgado@hged. Compliance (413)534-2222 INFORMAL PROBATE interested parties are entitled Quotes for the above work com Violations defined here PUBLICATION NOTICE to notice regarding the admin- will be received until 9:00 5/15/2020 City of Holyoke are those that if ignored, can To all persons interested istration from the Personal a.m., June 18, 2020 by email Department of result in a lapse of monitor- in the above captioned estate, Representative and can peti- submission to Yocelyn F. Public Works ing of the Significant Industrial by Petition of Petitioner Kristin tion the Court in any matter Delgado at ydelgado@hged.

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14 • MAY 15, 2020 • The Holyoke Sun In The News ◗ Marijuana establishment delivery applications available WORCESTER—The Cannabis business, and its plans, policies, and pro- ijuana and marijuana products distrib- Agents engaged in the delivery of Control Commission will open up licens- cedures demonstrating its ability to obtain uted by a delivery-only licensee must marijuana or marijuana products to a ing applications to prospective deliv- a license. The pre-certification applica- be obtained from a licensed Marijuana consumer must have an operational body ery-only marijuana establishments and tion was developed in direct response to Retailer. Microbusinesses with delivery camera on their person whenever they are certain microbusinesses seeking delivery constituent feedback which called for a endorsements may be authorized to grow, outside of the delivery vehicle to conduct endorsements starting on Thursday, May Commission pre-approval process that manufacture, and deliver their own prod- the transaction. All marijuana and marijua- 28. In accordance with Commission reg- would certify an entity’s propensity to ucts directly to adult-use consumers in the na product deliveries will be tracked using ulations, the new adult-use license types open an ME and assist individuals with Commonwealth. the state’s seed-to-sale system of record. will be exclusively available to certified obtaining lease agreements and other local Certified Economic Empowerment More information about the requirements Economic Empowerment Applicants and level approvals. applicants and Social Equity Program par- for adult-use delivery is available under Social Equity Program participants for a Once the prospective delivery-only ticipants must meet the respective program the Commission’s adult-use regulations minimum of two years. entity receives Commission pre-certifica- criteria and maintain majority ownership 935 CMR 500.000. Delivery-only licenses and micro- tion, they may use the approval to support (51 percent or more) over the license in Deliveries of marijuana or marijuana business delivery endorsements were their search for a host community and order to take advantage of the exclusiv- products by a delivery-only licensee or a added to the Commission’s host of avail- move forward with the remainder of the ity period. As of May, between the two microbusiness with a delivery endorse- able marijuana establishment opportuni- licensing process. Eligible microbusiness- programs, more than 400 applicants are ment shall be limited to: ties following the 2019 regulatory pro- es may apply for a Delivery Endorsement eligible for delivery-only and micro- • The municipality which the delivery cess. Historically, the Medical Use of from the Commission after receiving a business delivery endorsement exclu- licensee has identified as its place of busi- Marijuana program has permitted home provisional microbusiness license. sivity, including 122 certified Economic ness; delivery to registered qualifying patients Delivery-only and microbusiness deliv- Empowerments applicants and nearly 300 • Any municipality which allows for and currently 18 Medical Marijuana ery endorsement approvals will follow Social Equity Program participants from adult-use retail within its borders; or Treatment Centers offer the service in the the Commission’s standard licensing pro- cohorts one and two. • Any municipality which, after commonwealth. cedures, including provisional and final Adult-use consumers who may wish receiving notice from the Commission, Electronic licensing forms for adult- review and approval, as well as comple- to utilize delivery services will first need has then notified the Commission that use delivery will be available to appli- tion of the relevant inspections under the to pre-verify their identity with the mari- delivery may operate within its borders. cants through the Massachusetts Cannabis Commission’s regulations. juana retailer or microbusiness from which For more information about deliv- Industry Portal at MassCIPortal.Com The Commission has mandated the they will be ordering products. Under the ery-only licenses and microbusi- starting on May 28. Prior to submitting a minimum two-year exclusivity period Commission’s regulations, $10,000 is the ness delivery endorsements, visit delivery-only license application, eligi- for certified Economic Empowerment maximum retail value of any marijuana or MassCannabisControl.Com, contact the ble businesses will first need to apply for Applicants and Social Equity Program marijuana products allowed in a delivery Commission by emailing Commission@ Commission pre-certification in order for participants will begin once the first vehicle at any one time and licensees must CCCMass.Com or calling 774-415-0200, the agency to gather information about licensee has commenced delivery oper- make every effort to minimize the amount or follow the agency on Facebook and the entity, individuals associated with the ations in the Commonwealth. All mar- of cash carried in a delivery vehicle. Twitter.

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ily in Hampden and Hampshire coun- GRANT, from page 1 ties, Massachusetts. Mr. Beveridge was the founder of Stanley Home Products in temporary home in Chicopee, which was Westfield, Massachusetts. in operation for two years and helped peo- Harmony House is staffed mainly by ple transition from life to death in a dig- volunteers of all kinds – nurses, CNA’s, nified manner, was recently temporarily caregivers, companions, and more – and closed so that all efforts could be devoted is a non-profit organization, totally pri- to the renovation of the new home. vately funded through the generosity of Dozens of volunteers and generous individuals, businesses, and foundations. local companies are donating their talent Contributions are gratefully accepted at and supplies to complete the home, which all times. For more information, visit was scheduled to open this spring. Due to the Harmony House website at www.har- the Coronavirus pandemic, the completion monyhousewma. and opening have been delayed, but work “Some day you may need us; right continues safely and conscientiously. now, we need you.” Please visit the web- The mission of the Beveridge Family site at www.harmonyhousewma.org or Foundation is to preserve and enhance send your checks to Harmony House of the quality of life by embracing and per- Western Massachusetts, P.O. Box 6135, petuating Frank Stanley Beveridge’s Holyoke, MA 01041. Harmony House is philanthropic vision, through grant mak- a 501(c)(3) corporation. If interested in ing incentives in support of programs in learning more or becoming a volunteer, youth development, health, education, please contact Harmony House by email religion, art, and environment, primar- at [email protected].

Send Us Your Photos! Peter Weston from the Beveridge Family Foundation, Pamela Quirk of Harmony House, and Ward S. Caswell, President of the Beveridge Family Foundation, after touring the construction work at the new Chicopee location of Harmony House of Western Massachusetts. The [email protected] Beveridge Family Foundation has granted the organization $35,000 towards the renovation of their new home for the terminally ill. Submitted photo

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