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ONLINE: WWW.STURBRIDGEVILLAGER.NET If you fell down yesterday, stand up today.’ Friday, February 25, 2011 Tantasqua schools OK $19.3M budget plan PROPOSAL AVOIDS CUTS TO PROGRAMS BY KEVIN FLANDERS “The electrical program is one of After the approval of the budget, whether summer reading should be Durgin also took the opportunity STAFF WRITER the most popular and sought after members of the committee dis- a school-wide event, or if individual to dispel rumors STURBRIDGE — The Tantasqua programs at the school,” said cussed several aspects of Tantasqua grades should read different books. that the school Regional School Committee voted to Superintendent Daniel Durgin. Regional High School’s summer In the superintendent’s report, district may approve the fiscal 2012 budget dur- “The addition of this teaching posi- reading program, including book Durgin described a recent visit to shorten school ing its meeting Tuesday, Feb. 15. tion will also help us add another selection and methods of assess- TRHS by six members of the vacations as a The budget figure of $19,352,000 machine shop block as well.” ment. Some members of the com- Department of result of the includes the addition of a new elec- The budget subcommittee met mittee felt that books should be cho- Elementary and Secondary harsh winter, trical teacher position, and does not prior to the School Committee’s sen by teachers at the high school Education (DESE), who spent four reminding com- reflect any cuts to school offered meeting to approve the final figures. who develop the curriculum, while days at the high school and made 25 mittee members programs or services. The Central Members of the Sturbridge Board of others argued that members of the classroom visits. According to that there are Office staff took a zero-percent Selectmen and Finance Committee TRS Committee should ultimately Durgin, the feedback was positive, currently no increase in pay, enabling the budget will have an opportunity to review be responsible for selecting summer and DESE officials will provide plans in the to reflect a 1.7-percent overall the budget before it is presented at a reading books. Moreover, there was written reports detailing their visit works to abbre- Daniel Durgin increase. public hearing in March. additional discussion about soon. Turn To BUDGET page A11 Comfort Inn earns hospitality award

BY KEVIN FLANDERS STONEBRIDGE PRESS STAFF WRITER STURBRIDGE — The Comfort Inn & Suites Colonial Hotel recently enjoyed a five- star honor, earning the 2010 Gold Hospitality Award from Choice Hotels International Inc., one of the world’s largest hospitality holding corpora- tions. “The Comfort Inn & Suites Colonial Hotel’s commitment to excellence and outstanding guest service has earned it this Kevin Flanders photo well-deserved recognition as The Comfort Inn & Suites Colonial Hotel was one of the best hotels among recently awarded the prestigious Gold the Comfort brand,” said Steve Hospitality Award. Joyce, the president and chief executive officer of Choice Hotels International, the parent was selected for this award over company of the Comfort Inn & more than 4,900 of the company’s Suites Colonial Hotel. “We here at other franchised hotels in the Choice Hotels are very proud to United States is because it ranks award this distinguished honor to among the top 10 percent of proper- the Comfort Inn & Suites Colonial ties within the Comfort Inn brand. Hotel.” In addition, the hotel is one of only Courtesy photos One of the major reasons why the two hotels within the state of Selina Boria and Amy Jette, both of Charlton, sample wine at the 2010 RRI Wine, Beer and Food Festival at Old Sturbridge Comfort Inn & Suites Colonial Hotel Turn To AWARD page A11 Village. RRI eyes spring success

FUNDRAISERS OFFER TASTE OF CULTURE, COMPETITION

BY ADAM T. SILVA Yankee Spirits, located at 376 Main St. STONEBRIDGE PRESS STAFF WRITER Yankee Spirits is currently arranging for different STURBRIDGE — As we move ever closer to breweries and wineries to take part in the event. springtime, officials at Rehabilitative Resources Inc. RRI has arranged for seven different restaurants to are looking to ahead to their upcoming fundraising take part in the fundraiser as well. events. The restaurants are The Publick House, The Old The non-profit organization works year-round Sturbridge Village Tavern, Doctor Rub’s Spices, with fundraising to stay afloat, along with applying Cabot Cheese, Vienna Restaurant, Overlook for grants. RRI’s Wine, Beer and Food Festival will Catering, Norm’s Best and Giovanello’s. take place on Thursday,March 31, at Old Sturbridge This is the second year it is being held at Old Village. RRI is partnering with OSV as well as Courtesy photos Turn To RRI page A11 A rendering of what the upcoming Habitat for Humanity Sturbridge build will look like upon completion. Wind farm opponents seek control Habitat for Humanity

BY KEVIN FLANDERS Steerage Rock. Some of the turbines Brimfield Wind. STONEBRIDGE PRESS STAFF WRITER would be nearly 10,000 feet in length, “Many people spoke out against eyes Sturbridge build BRIMFIELD — Members of No and residents have expressed con- the proposal at that September Brimfield Wind have carefully mon- cerns since learning about the pro- meeting, and I thought it showed BY ADAM T. SILVA dren with permanent shelter. itored the activities of the state posal in June 2010. how most of the town feels about an STONEBRIDGE PRESS STAFF WRITER They are currently building a Legislature in its new session, keep- Back in September, the group was industrial wind project,” Irvine REGION — Habitat for Humanity duplex in Boylston and the two fam- ing their eyes peeled for the expect- pleased by the Board of Selectmen’s said. has just celebrated its 25th anniver- ilies have recently been selected. ed refiling of the Wind Energy unanimous vote to reject First The Wind Energy Siting Reform sary of building homes in the Metro One family consists of a single Siting Reform Act. Wind’s offer to pay the town $30,000 Act, which was not passed before West Greater Worcester mother with two children and the No Brimfield Wind is a group of for a detailed study of the project. the conclusion of the previous leg- Community. other has two parents with two chil- residents who oppose -based Selectmen received 181 letters from islative session in July, is supported In those 25 years, Habitat for dren. The families are expected to First Wind’s proposal to construct residents asking them not to accept by Gov. Deval Patrick and many Humanity (HFH) has built 30 homes move into the house in the fall. eight to 10 wind turbines on West the money, according to Virginia members of the Senate and House of and has helped 42 adults and 70 chil- Mountain along the ridge near Irvine, one of the organizers of No Turn To WIND FARM page A11 Turn To HABITAT page A11

ALMANAC...... 2 LOCAL SPORTS POLICE LOGS ...... 5 SENIOR NIGHT SPECIAL: OBITUARIES ...... 12 PIG ROAST AT PIONEER WARRIORS WIN OPINION...... 10 REWING O B C . WILD CONTEST CALENDAR...... 13 OT PAGE 8 INSIDE SPORTS ...... 14-15 PAGE 15 2 STURBRIDGE VILLAGER • Friday, February 25, 2011 Brewer to accept ‘Legislator’ award from ADDP VILLAGER

BY KEVIN FLANDERS their families, and the people who provide sup- ALMANAC STONEBRIDGE PRESS STAFF WRITER ports and services to people with disabilities REGION — Sen. Stephen Brewer, D-Barre, know they have a friend in Steve Brewer. He is QUOTATION OF THE WEEK who has spent many years working on behalf one of the most knowledgeable people in the of people with disabilities and the thousands legislature about human services.” “People with disabilities, their families, of state employees who provide services to About 750 people are expected to attend the and the people who provide supports and them, was recently named “Legislator of the ADDP Annual Conference and Expo, which is services to people with disabilities know Year” by the Association of Developmental expected to begin at 8 a.m. Journalist Judy they have a friend in Steve Brewer.” Disabilities Providers (ADDP). Woodruff, of PBS, will deliver the keynote — Gary Blumenthal, president of the Brewer will be presented with an award on address. She and her husband, Al Hunt, of Association of Developmental Disabilities March 18 at the ADDP Annual Conference and Bloomberg News, are the parents of a son with Providers, which recently honored Brewer Expo at the DCU Center in Worcester. The disabilities related to Spina Bifida. with its Legislator of the Year award. eight-term senator has dedicated much of his “I am humbled and very appreciative of this time in office to assisting people living with honor,” Brewer said. “I have a strong passion OPEN TO CLOSE disabilities, supporting their families, promot- for helping people who deal with extraordi- HOLLAND: 413-245-7108 ing efforts to ensure community options for nary challenges through no fault of their own. Mon – Thurs 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and disabled people are preserved, and striving to Their struggles often teach us to value what we 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. prevent crucial services from being cut. have.” “Through Sen. Brewer’s efforts and advoca- The ADDP, based in Framingham, is a FISKDALE: 508-347-6486 cy, human services have been given their just statewide association committed to ensuring, Weekdays 9:00-4:30 and Sat. 9:00 -12:00 attention in the leadership of the Senate,” said strengthening, and promoting various commu- STURBRIDGE 508-347-6463 Gary Blumenthal, the president and chief nity-based organizations that support people Weekdays 8:30 – 5:00 and Sat. 9:00 -12:00 executive officer of ADDP.“Sen. Brewer knows with developmental disabilities and their fam- and understands people with disabilities and ilies. In addition, ADDP members aim to share BRIMFIELD: 413-245-3451 their families. He also uniquely understands effective practices among members in order to Weekdays: 9:00 – 4:30 and Sat. 9:00 -12:00 the challenges in building a quality system of promote high standards of care and services WALES: 413-245-9808 supports and services that allows people with Stephen Brewer for all disabled individuals. In addition, the Weekdays 8:30 – 12:30 and 2:00 – 4:30 and disabilities to live successfully in the commu- association places an emphasis on informing Sat. 9:00 – 12:00 nity.” the public about the multiple contributions Blumenthal also praised Brewer’s continued bills during each legislative session on behalf made to the community by its members. REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS commitment to disabled peoples, as he often of individuals, towns in his district, and vari- To contact the ADDP,call 508-405-8000 or visit has a very busy schedule of events each week ous groups and organizations. www.addp.org. courtesy of his position as the chairman of the “Sen. Brewer knows how Beacon Hill oper- STURBRIDGE Senate Committee on Ways and Means. In addi- ates, and knows the most effective methods to Kevin Flanders can be reached at 508-909-4136 $100, 10 Warren Road, Stephen G. tion, as the representative of Massachusetts’ advocate for the causes he believes in,” or by email at [email protected]. Tanacea to Stephen G. Tanacea and second largest senate district, he files dozens of Blumenthal added. “People with disabilities, Isabel Tanacea. $393,000, 4 Turner Lane, T Reardon Builders Inc. to Ketsana Chanthavangso and Chanda Chanthavangso. $1, 64 Stallion Hill Road, Wayne R. Officials seek input from public at forum Dube and Sharon S. Dube to Dube Living Trust (Wayne R. Dube and Sharon S. BY KEVIN FLANDERS ate a Land-Use Regulation Report The group hopes that if the bill Dube, Trustees). STONEBRIDGE PRESS STAFF WRITER for Brimfield. The report identi- is re-filed, it includes language $55,000, 8 Sunset Drive, American BRIMFIELD — After being can- fied potential land-use strategies that will allow for increased local Home Mortgage Servicing Inc. and Wells celled due to snow, the public that could be used to address control. Fargo Bank NA to Vernon L. Jackson and forum hosted by students and fac- prospective regional development “Our belief is that local control Charles St. Pierre. ulty members affiliated with the impacts, and it was discussed at means the zoning change needed $100, 326 Trail Road, Judith C. University of Massachusetts- length during a September 2010 for the project would be decided by Colognesi to Judith C. Colognesi Trust Amherst Master of Regional meeting in Brimfield. a two-thirds vote at the Town (Ernest J. Colognesi and Judith C. Planning Program has been “Our partnership with the town Meeting, not a three-person panel Colognesi, Trustees). rescheduled for Saturday,March 5, of Brimfield has benefited both of town residents,” Irvine said. at Brimfield Elementary School. the students and the town,” The prospect of wind turbines The forum will provide resi- Hamin said. “It gives the students being installed in Brimfield is one dents with an opportunity to offer BRIMFIELD an opportunity to demonstrate the of two possible major local con- $40,000, 82 Cubles Drive, CPI Housing comments about their concerns skills they learned, and Brimfield struction projects that have been Fund LLC and Coseo Properties Inc. to pertaining to land and zoning benefits by receiving input from a discussed in the last few years. Robert L. Robbins. issues in town and make sugges- large group of students and facul- Legislators have recently mulled a $10, 70 Holland Road, Gregory J. Fedora tions involving their visions for ty members with planning experi- resort casino in Western to Gregory J. Fedora and Robin Veratti. Brimfield’s future. ence instead of one or two consult- Massachusetts, and the one of the “The purpose of this town ants.” most desired locations among forum is to engage the community Mark Hamin Members of No Brimfield Wind, some politicians has been nearby FRONT PAGE QUOTE in a discussion about priorities a group of residents who oppose Palmer. This week’s front page quote is attrib- and visions for Brimfield’s future, Boston-based First Wind’s propos- Residents at the forum will like- uted to H. G. Wells. and to address the need for land- began after UMass Extension al to construct eight to 10 wind tur- ly discuss both the wind turbine use planning relative to potential Educator Robert Levite informed bines on West Mountain along the and casino possibilities, and WEATHER long-term regional development Hamin that Brimfield officials ridge near Steerage Rock, will also Hamin is hoping for a large impacts,” said Mark Hamin, the were searching for individuals to attend the forum to discuss their turnout. director of the Master of Regional conduct a land use and zoning ideas. According to Virginia Brimfield Elementary School is Is it time to wash the Planning Program. “The forum study. Following a conversation Irvine, one of No Brimfield Wind’s located on 22 Wales Road. The will build on the previous work we with Levite, Hamin decided that organizers, the group is currently forum will last from 9 a.m. to 12 car yet? did by producing a land use and students enrolled in the monitoring the activities of the p.m. zoning report last year.” Department of Landscape state Legislature in its new ses- BY ALEX SOSNOWSKI The partnership between the Architecture and Regional sion to learn if the Wind Energy Kevin Flanders can be reached at ACCUWEATHER METEOROLOGIST Master of Regional Planning Planning, a graduate level pro- Siting Reform Act will be re-filed 508-909-4136, or by email at kflan- As temperatures climb, car washes Program and Brimfield officials gram, would be well-served to cre- soon. [email protected]. will be cashing in big time as vehicle owner guilt becomes overwhelming. However, is it really time to wash the car and motive to commit the unseen murder. And yet? Auditions for Gateway’s it's up to your audience to decide who actually Studies have shown that salt is more did it! Each of the heirs to the tyrannical billion- corrosive at higher temperatures, so Chinese Restaurant aire Simon Starkweather has the means and the there is good reason to get the salt off www.foodaw.com/015/dynasty ‘Murder’s In The Heir’ will motive to do away with him. Starkweather gath- your vehicle periodically, especially Take-out Service ers his family and employees to announce the when the temperature spikes. Washing contents of his will. His lawyer, Lois van Zandt, your new car also helps to cure the paint. Catering Party to Your Place reveals that he has bequeathed vast fortunes to be held Feb. 27 Surging temperatures have more peo- Please call 508.765.0398 • 508.765.9816 his befuddled niece Fiona, her playboy son SOUTHBRIDGE — Gateway Players Theatre, ple spending more time outdoors or at Full Liquor License ~ We Have Delivery Service Jordan, his great-niece Paula (a Southern belle) Inc. will hold auditions for “Murder’s In The and his grandson Simon III, as well as to his least getting sidetracked on their way Open 6 days: Tuesday-Sunday 11 am-10 pm Heir,” an audience-participation murder-mys- many servants. Then Lois delivers the bomb- home. One of the popular places for a Fri.-Sat 11 am-11 pm • Sun. 12 pm-10 pm • Closed Monday tery on Sunday, Feb 27, at 6:30 p.m. in the shell! Within hours this will becomes invalid. Of lunchtime detour will be the car wash. Gateway Arts Barn, 111 Main St. This play will 344 Main St. (Rte. 131) • Southbridge MA 01550 course, the rejected heirs are not pleased, so it's A commercial manual or drive- be performed in the barn May 13-21. not surprising when they roam the old mansion through car wash is a better choice for Erin Morin will direct this Billy St. John pro- carrying such items as an ax, a gun and poison. the environment, rather than washing duction, with Bill Guy as producer. With 15 adult Predictably, the lights go out, and Simon is dis- your car at home. Much of the water at roles to cast, this is a great opportunity to try covered murdered. Simon III (played by the same the commercial car wash is recycled your hand at acting. Auditions are open to all and actor who plays the elderly Simon) is determined over and over. will consist of cold readings from the script. For to find his grandfather's killer, with the help of Keep in mind as you wait in line or more information, call Gateway at 508.764.4531 or detective Mike Davis. The play's unique ending, think about taking that detour, the price just wear comfortable clothes and come down to utilizing secret ballots gathered at intermission the barn. Rehearsals will be Mon & Wed for this probably has not gone down since you from the audience, determines the killer in this last washed the vehicle, and if you sit in May production. Billy St. John maze of murder. Synopsis: Turn the game Clue into a play and line with the engine running, you are This year marks Gateway Players’ 36th season. wasting gas (money). you have the masterfully entertaining Murder's A full year of adult and youth comedies, dramas in the Heir!" Almost every character in this An arguably recovering economy and and musicals are scheduled. New members are rising utility costs are also tempting car hilarious mystery has the weapon, opportunity always welcome. wash owners to up the price or charge more for popular services. A STONEBRIDGE Some car wash businesses offer spe- cials at certain times of the day, usually HOW TO USE PRESS PUBLICATION when business is slow. That’s one way to save time and money if you have the PRESIDENT & PUBLISHER opportunity. FRANK G. CHILINSKI There is one thing you should consider (508) 909-4101 before you drop $5 to $20 on a wash: How [email protected] long will my car stay clean? Setting storms aside for a moment, the CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER current thaw is leading to streams of TO PLACE A RETAIL AD: TO SUBMIT CALENDAR VILLAGER STAFF DIRECTORY RON TREMBLAY runoff across highways and ponds for ADVERTISING EXECUTIVE OR AROUND OUR TOWNS EDITOR (508) 909-4102 puddles on many city streets. 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BY ADAM T. SILVA rently works with the Worcester would run for Town Council again in the town politics very closely. Quite honestly, town STONEBRIDGE PRESS STAFF WRITER County Sheriff ’s Department on the upcoming election in June, Fontaine outright government hasn’t been working lately. In the SOUTHBRIDGE — The vot- Civil Process and Apprehension Unit. rejected the idea. old days, I’m dating myself here, we had select- ers have spoken. “I really thought it was going to be a “God bless the people in June. I did my thing men and we got things done. A lot of these Larry Spinelli defeated Gary close race, I really did,” said Fontaine, and I’m done,” he said. “The people spoke and problems started when we went to this form of Fontaine, 981-813, Tuesday,Feb. who despite the loss, was all smiles as I’m good with it. I have no regrets, I have the government. We didn’t have to go through all of 15, to earn a seat on the Town he thanked his supporters at the Fin best supporters in the world around me and I’m this red tape. Some of it is out of the coun- Council in a special election. and Tail Restaurant. “It is what it is. going to surround myself with them.” cilors’ hands, I realize that. The laws change, With a 15 percent voter Both of us are well known in the town. Spinelli was a little more hesitant with his and you have to do this and that, but this argu- turnout, 1,804 of the town’s I wish Larry the best in all of his response, saying that it would have taken a ing and questioning amongst themselves, it 12,184 registered town voters endeavors. I really hope he helps move long time to decide one way or the other had he just delays any growth in the community.They punched their cards. Larry Spinelli the town forward. Am I disappointed? lost. have to learn to work together. If it continues, I “I only have two words to say Yes, but hey, it’s all I can do. I really This election marks a very special first for won’t vote for any incumbent. It’s ridiculous. — I’m humbled,” said Spinelli wish Larry the best of luck.” one Southbridge resident, as he took part in the They are all working hard, but they aren’t look- with a surprised look on his face as he celebrat- Spinelli served the town in several ways local political process. ing for the light at the end of the tunnel.” ed his victory with family,friends and support- throughout the years, serving on the Charter “This is actually the first local election that Although a 15-percent turnout may seem dis- ers at Alexander’s Golden Greek Restaurant Commission, being a Boy Scout leader and I’ve voted in,” said Anthony DiPietro, 21. “I mal, it still ranked higher than other elections immediately following the close of the polls. “I worked on a study to analyze low-income hous- don’t follow the local news too much, but my in the past few years. The last special election really am. I wanted this, hoped for it, but in all ing in the town. father knows Gary [Fontaine] very well. I met was held in October 2008 and had only an 11- honesty, Mr. Fontaine was a formidable oppo- “I’m a little bit scared right now,” admitted him and I decided to vote for him. I think it will percent turnout. The last regular election in nent that was well known. I was always skepti- Spinelli, in the middle of shaking hands and be a small turnout. I try to follow national poli- June 2010 had only a 14.4-percent turnout. cal, but I think the people of Southbridge lis- receiving hugs from his well-wishers. “I now tics. I am a history major at Worcester State, “We’ve had a higher turnout in the past by tened to what I had to say from my heart and have to serve the town. There are people in this but I’m transferring to UMass Boston to study this point [1:30 p.m.],” said Jeanne Ayotte, a poll they wanted this to go forward. If there is any- town that dwell on the negative all the time. I Political Science.” worker at the Community Center. “It’s still thing I can say by this, I am truly humbled. I don’t think that they do the town or themselves Although both candidates are well-known early. I’ve worked the polls a couple of years. I really think I can do the town some good. I still any service. Some of the things that happened, throughout the town with many years between didn’t expect a big turnout for this, but I’m still can’t believe that it happened, but now I have to I would never want to live through again. Hate them, some level of skepticism was able to sink a little disappointed. I think the weather isn’t put up and show the town what I can do.” mail, nasty comments, lies about me, things in with some residents. helping and maybe people are vacationing in The Town Council seat opened up after the that I would never consider doing, that I was “I’m a little concerned that one of the candi- Florida. My ideal would be to have both candi- death of Laurent E. McDonald last November. accused of, politics that is not becoming of the dates may be in with four of the councilors,” dates elected. Whoever doesn’t win, I hope that Fontaine served as the acting chief for the town of Southbridge. I hope that the town is said Fred Morin, former chairman of the they run again in June. I feel that they are both Southbridge Police Department for two years patient and they realize that miracles do hap- School Committee and member of the very strong candidates. I’d like to see each one and was a lieutenant for 12 years. He retired pen, but not always overnight.” Recreation Committee and Planning Board, get a seat.” from the police department in 2006 and cur- After the smoke cleared, when asked if he who was on hand to vote at 1:30 p.m. “I follow Brewer backs unemployment insurance rate freeze

BY KEVIN FLANDERS unemployment insurance assess- to expand and grow our which dropped this year House of Representatives, it will STONEBRIDGE PRESS STAFF WRITER ments on employers for the calendar economy.” from 8.75 percent to 8.25 have to be signed by Gov. Deval REGION — Pleased that many of year 2011. Last year, in an effort to percent. This year’s rate Patrick to become law. his colleagues share a common This is not an uncommon strategy stimulate business devel- drop constitutes a 13- “I am confident that this bill will interest in providing economic for Massachusetts legislators. In opment and keep doors of percent reduction in the pass in the House, as the economy is relief for small businesses and cre- previous recessions the state has existing businesses open, corporate excise tax still very fragile right now and it is ating new jobs, Sen. Stephen elected to freeze the assessment the Senate passed a simi- since 2009, and it is important to keep the unemploy- Brewer, D-Barre, recently schedule to relieve the burden on lar unemployment rate expected to dip to 8 per- ment schedule where it was last announced that the Senate passed small businesses in challenging eco- freeze and led the charge cent by January 2012. year,” Brewer said. legislation that will freeze the unem- nomic times. to streamline the “This effort will help Brewer’s next objective will be to ployment insurance rate. “Freezing the unemployment Commonwealth’s eco- give our businesses focus on the budget and establish a The bill will now go before the insurance rate provides certainty to nomic development some additional breath- spending plan. Last year the com- House of Representatives for con- Massachusetts businesses as our efforts. In addition, the Stephen Brewer ing room as they work monwealth relied on federal stimu- sideration. If it does not pass, the state begins its recovery from the Senate took the lead on to overcome this chal- lus money that has since been unemployment insurance rate recession,” said Brewer, who serves other business-related lenging economic envi- exhausted, meaning politicians will would likely increase by more than as the chairman of the Senate endeavors, such as establishing cer- ronment,” stated Senate President need to make some difficult choices $228 per employee, with the average Committee on Ways and Means. tain business tax incentives and a Therese Murray, D-Plymouth. “We about which programs to keep and employer seeing a per-employee pay- “Failure to act will result in our cap on small business health insur- need to continue to foster environ- which ones to be cut. ment jump from $644 to $872. The mom and pop businesses facing sub- ance rates to provide further relief ments where jobs can grow and be “I hope that if we can get through Senate bill to freeze the unemploy- stantial increases in their unem- and encourage short-term growth. created. This is another step on the this year, then we’ll be in great ment insurance rate would hold ployment costs, which will only Moreover, the legislature has also part of the Senate to do just that.” shape to position Massachusetts for steady the current rate schedule for make it harder for these companies reduced the corporate excise tax, If the bill is approved by the a strong future,” added Brewer. QCC offering GED testing at Southbridge campus BY ADAM T. SILVA “They can retake the parts of the test that ous and that’s why they don’t do well on it. has seen a steady rise in enrollment in the STONEBRIDGE PRESS STAFF WRITER they don’t pass the first time. The test has five Many people have been away from school for a past three years. In the fall of 2008, 84 students SOUTHBRIDGE — Quinsigamond parts to it — math, science, reading, writing while and it’s hard to get back into things.” attended the satellite school. In the fall of 2009, Community College is making it a little easier and social studies.” In order to pass, GED takers must achieve a attendance jumped to 370 and in the fall of to obtain a GED. Once students go to the registration and pay, total score and must achieve a certain score in 2010, attendance more than tripled, with 1,181 Since May 2009, 811 people have received they are given a specific date when they can each part of the test. It is possible to pass all students. their GEDs at Quinsigamond Community take the test. The test takes eight hours and is five parts of the test, but not achieve the total “Attendance at the Southbridge campus has College. Holyoke Community College has split up over two days, typically a Tuesday and score that is necessary.Tino believes that isn’t far exceeded and outpaced any number we been the alternate site for people in the area to a Thursday. Scores are sent through the mail necessarily the worst situation to be in. could have imagined,” said Ronayne. “There go to. within a few weeks. Applicants are allowed to choose which part of is such great need for people to be there and “We are really excited to be offering this Although Tino maintains that GED testing the test they want to retake and can choose stay there. We know that there were and still program in Southbridge,” said Laura Tino, at QCC has been a great success, many are not their strongest subject. Math is the most com- are transportation issues for some of our stu- GED chief examiner at QCC. “There has been ready to pass the test the first time they start mon subject applicants fail in. dents, so this helps.” a need to have this there for some time. We the process for it. The overall score work with the agencies in the area who pro- “I can’t tell them that they can’t take it, even that is necessary to vide the preparation classes and they have if they aren’t ready for it,” she said. “If I can’t pass is 2,250 out of wanted the test there and we have received convince them there is a better way, they usu- 4,000 and the score for calls for people wanting the test there. I’m ally end up still taking it. If they do badly on each section must be very happy that we are able to provide it there. it, they usually take some time to prepare for at least 410 out of 800. Everyone is really happy to have a campus in it. 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t’s been a long, cold winter, but read- or even used hydraulic oil DEBBIE MUSTO Here is a hint for a natural, non-toxic hair ers remain inspired to share their instead. I’ve been doing TAKE WOODSTOCK, CT de-tangler, which also works as a nice light favorite tips and tricks to make life a this for many years and it conditioner prior to blow-drying: To 4 oz little easier! From recycling and re- works fine. The waste oil THE *** Jojoba Oil, add 30 drops Rosemary oil, I purposing to saving time and money, gets used up and you save Another repurposing shake to mix the following ideas are sure to halt money on bar oil. HINT hint — this one promises Put 2 to 3 drops in the palm of the hand, the little hassles in everyday life! ANTONIO CARMO to soothe scratched skin! rub into the fingers and run the fingers BERKLEY Here is a hint that my through your hair. Comb out. There are *** KAREN hairdresser passed on to many types of Jojoba Oil, and I’m sure any *** A reader reveals her tricks to cutting a TRAINOR me that she got from one type would be fine. I am currently using dreaded cleaning chore down to size. This “believe it or not” of her clients: Eczema, a filtered variety that I like very much – it is Keep shower cleaning to a minimum. I cleaning tip takes re-pur- when it has been light weight, colorless and odorless. I have used this hint for years on both tile posing to a new level! scratched red and raw can made up this de-tangler after reading the and fiberglass shower enclosures. Clean Want to have your dish- get some relief from Vick's book, “Slow Death by Rubber Duck.” In it your shower thoroughly, washing walls and washer looking like it's A Reader Exchange Vapor Rub. Other over the authors cite the website: www.cosmet- glass doors with vinegar and water. Wipe brand new? Run it the counter creams for icsdatabase.com which provides a wealth of and let dry. Apply "Gel Gloss" for boats to through a normal wash relief of Eczema did not information on the relative toxicity of body the walls as directed. Apply "RainX" to the cycle, but instead of dish- of Helpful Hints cool it down and it caused care products. I was dismayed to find that glass doors as directed. Hang a squeegee on washing detergent, use more of burning sensa- the de-tangler I had used for at least 20 years the side for easy wipe downs. Even with a orange Tang. Fill both and Handy Tips tion when used... Vick's was highly toxic. I recommend both the houseful you should not have to repeat more dispensers with Tang like was the only thing that book and the website highly, as a means of than once a year. you normally would with gave it relief and healing. improving the health of the planet as well CAROL ANN RITCHIE dishwashing detergent. I Good Luck. I hope it as removing toxins from our bodies. UXBRIDGE never drink the stuff because I see what it works. I have not used it as I do not have NANCY BURON does to my dishwasher...it takes off all the Eczema. LEICESTER *** hard water stains and leaves my dishwash- GMD *** Recycle and save money in the workshop er sparkling! Tang also works great on STURBRIDGE your removable detergent dispensers in This reader shares sweet advice to “stir with this double duty tip! *** This one is for guys or gals with chain your washing machine. Just put them in up” a flavorful cup of comfort! saws. Instead of buying bar oil for your the dishwasher (top rack) when you decide A reader offers advice (and a recipe) for Almost everyone has leftover candy chain saw, save and use your used motor oil to use Tang to clean the dishwasher. healthier choice health and beauty aids! canes. On these very cold days put one in a hot cup of cocoa! Yummy! JANICE PROCTOR NORTH BROOKFIELD Relay For Life fundraisers *** Take multitasking to the max with this SOUTHBRIDGE — The American fle tickets for a The Relay For Life. Coupons will be avail- tip to de-crystallize honey! Cancer Society's Relay For Life 2011 Tri- “Scratch Ticket able at Team Captains’ meetings or by I have been getting honey from a bee Chairs are Ron Ravenelle, Ray Fournier Basket.” There contacting Betty at 413-436-9383 and keeper in Sutton, When that looks like it is and Rick Stearns. Anyone interested in are 60 scratch tick- Stephanie at 413-245-0084. getting to look like sugar, I just stick it in participating in the Relay in any way can ets in $5, $10 and the dishwasher when I do my dishes; some- contact one of the Tri-Chairs. Everyone $20 denominations CRAFTING FUN times I do leave it only for part of the cycle. is welcome! The theme for Relay 2011 is for a total of $500 STURBRIDGE — The Relay for Life ERIKA MATHEWS "Relay Around the World." in scratch tickets. Team Rosemary's Wish will sponsor a DOUGLAS Ron Ravenelle at [email protected] For a $5 chance day of crafts, munchies and fun from *** Ray Fournier at the odds of win- noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 16 at [email protected] ning are 1 in 500 as Southbridge Savings Bank Community A reader passes along some timely public Rick Stearns at stearnsmeats@char- only 500 tickets Room on Route 20 in Sturbridge. Come safety advice for this season of snow! ter.net will be sold. The any time between noon and 3 and create Place an empty trash barrel over fire drawing is scheduled to take place at hydrants in your area when snow or ice ANNUAL SILENT AUCTION up to 5 great craft projects to stamp. The Relay on Friday, June 17, 2011 or sooner if door prize for this event is a "Big Shot" storms are predicted. Hydrants will be SOUTHBRIDGE — The American all 500 tickets are sold before. For more Die Cutting Machine. Additional raffles free of snow and ice and easy to locate in Cancer Society Relay For Life of the information on this raffle or for tickets will be held and participants must be the event of an emergency. Greater Southbridge Area in conjunction please contact Ron Ravenelle at 508-347- present to win. Donate a raffle item and LILLIAN MADIGAN with Stonebridge Press through the 3826 or [email protected]. get an extra entry to win the "Big Shot," or WHITINSVILLE Please note: The firstst drawing for the Southbridge News, and its other publica- wear pink and you could win a prize from PRIZE WINNER tions — Charlton Villager, Sturbridge Scratch Ticket basket was held on Feb. 15. the fashion police! Villager, Spencer New Leader and the We are now beginning to sell tickets for a If you can't attend, go to Rosemary's Congratulations to NANCY BURON OF Webster Times — will be conducting its second Scratch Ticket Basket? Wish team page and donate $20 to receive LEICESTER, whose name was drawn as win- ner for Dinner for Two at the Publick House fourth annual silent auction. The auction SCENTED CANDLES the directions for all of the projects, plus will take place from Thursday, March 17 an entry to win the door prize! in Sturbridge. She offered the great de-tan- through Thursday, March 31. The Relay For Life team LUCKY CHARMS Pre-registration by April 1 is $20. gler recipe above. We are asking individuals or business- is selling 100 percent green tea scented Registration is $25 at the door. *** es or if you know of an individual or busi- pink soy candles. These candles are made ness who would like to donate an item or by Green Thumb Florist home of BAKE SALE a service for the auction to please contact Sturbridge Candle Company and the WIN DINNER FOR TWO AT THE PUBLICK STURBRIDGE — The Relay for Life HOUSE Ron Ravenelle at 508-347-3826 or via email entire $5 purchase is being donated to team PAWFECT PALS will be conducting at [email protected] for more informa- Southbridge Relay For Life. For more their annual bake sale on Saturday, April Your tips can win you a great dinner for tion. All donations must be received no information please call Joyce Stocks at 23 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Wal-Mart at the two at the historic Publick House Historic later than Saturday, March 5 so that we the Sturbridge Candle Company at 413- Hobbs Brook Plaza in Sturbridge. Inn in Sturbridge! Simply send in a hint to may format the auction for publication. 245-6565. be entered into a random drawing. One win- In 2008 we raised in excess of $3,000 dol- PASTA AND LAFTA ner per month will win a fabulous dinner lars, over $3,000 in 2009, and over $4,000 in DINNER AT PAPA GINO’S The Relay for Life team PAWFECT PALS for two (a $60 value) at the renown restau- 2010. In the three years the annual silent AUBURN — The Southbridge Relay For will be having their Pasta and Lafta rant, located on Route 131 across the town auction has run, we have raised over Life DREAM TEAM has hooked up with evening on Saturday, April 30. Back by common in historic Sturbridge. Because I'm $10,000 for cancer research, education, Papa Gino's to offer a terrific Relay For popular demand is last year’s entertainer in the business of dispensing tips, not advocacy and patient support. Life fundraiser. Everyone is invited to Shirley McAfee. Last year’s show was a inventing them (although I can take credit for some), I'm counting on you readers out PERSONALIZED SCULPTURE Papa Gino's in Auburn or in Worcester sell out. Only 160 tickets will be sold this on Sunday, March 13 when the restau- year and there will be no tickets available there to share your best helpful hints! DREAM The Southbridge Relay For Life rants will donate 20% of sales to at the door. Tickets are $15 per person. *** TEAM wants to know if you would like to Relay/Southbridge. Dream Team mem- For more information or to purchase tick- give someone a blessing. If you know of bers will be at Papa Gino's at 545 ets please contact Ron or Lucille Do you have a helpful hint or handy tip someone who is sick or living on hard Southwest Cutoff, Route 20 in Worcester Ravenelle at 508-347-3826 or that has worked for you? Do you have a ques- times right now,and could use a blessing, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and at Papa Gino's [email protected]. tion regarding household or garden matters? give them a very personalized gift that at 459 Southbridge Street, Route 12 in If so, why not share them with readers of will lift their spirits and let them know Auburn from 4 to 9 p.m. They will give BAKE SALE The Southbridge Evening News? Send ques- tions and/or hints to: Take the Hint!, C/o the that they are being thought of and prayed you a certificate for you to submit when STURBRIDGE — The Relay for Life for. For $10 I will create for them a sculp- ordering and the restaurant staff will Southbridge Evening News, 25 Elm St., DREAM TEAM is sponsoring a bake sale on Southbridge, MA 01550. Or E?mail ture that I make from scratch, specifically take it from there! Carry-out orders May 21 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Walmart, [email protected]. Hints are entered into a for them. I will notify you with a delivery count, too! Hobbs Brook Plaza in Sturbridge. The drawing for dinner for two at the historic date and someone will deliver it to you for sale will feature delicious baked goods, UNO CHICAGO GRILL Publick House Inn. you to pass along to your loved one. Please candy and cancer bracelets. contact Michael DiDonato at michelange- STURBRIDGE — The Realay For Life For more great hints, tune into Take the Note: The Dream Team will also be sell- Hint! one minute snippet tips aired twice [email protected] or call Michael at 508- Team BIZZEE BEEZ has hooked up with ing chocolate bars at all of their events 397-3503 for more information. UNO Chicago Grill in Sturbridge for a daily on ORC FM Oldies 98.9. And for more this year. The bars will be $1 each. tips and talk, be sure to listen to my live hour SCRATCH TICKET RAFFLE Tasty Way to Raise Dough. Present the UNO's coupon for this event on March 19 long show from 9 to 10 am. each Friday on — SUBMITTED BY THE Relay For Life of the Greater and they will donate 15 percent of your WARE 1250. Southbridge Area is currently selling raf- check’s value, excluding tax and tip, to SOUTHBRIDGE RELAY FOR LIFE

Theheartof massachusetts.com Friday, February 25, 2011 • STURBRIDGE VILLAGER 5 POLICE LOGS

STURBRIDGE – 2:12 p.m. – Police investigated an accident gal dumping on New Boston Road. that caused property damage on Route 20. STURBRIDGE – 3:47 p.m. – Police responded to traffic control complaints on Shepard Road. MONDAY, FEB. 14 STURBRIDGE – 5:00 p.m. – Police responded to animal com- STURBRIDGE – 12:10 p.m. – Police responded to utility prob- plaints at an address on Lakeshore Drive. lems on Warren Road. STURBRIDGE – 11:04 p.m. – Police responded to animal com- STURBRIDGE – 1:37 p.m. – Police responded to animal com- plaints at an address on Warren Road. plaints at an address on Charlton Road. STURBRIDGE – 2:40 – A 25-year-old Southbridge man was summonsed to court on charges of operation of an uninsured The arrests and offenses listed herein were listed in each town's FRIDAY, FEB. 11 motor vehicle. police department logs. Those charged are innocent until proven STURBRIDGE – 9:57 a.m. – Police investigated utility prob- guilty in a court of law. lems on Hillcrest Street. This newspaper will publish dispensations of cases at the STURBRIDGE – 10:18 a.m. – Police investigated annoying TUESDAY FEB. 15 request of the accused, with proper documentation. phone calls made to an address on Main Street. STURBRIDGE – 7:29 a.m. – Police investigated traffic control STURBRIDGE – 11:23 a.m. – Police responded to animal com- complaints on Old Towne Way. THURSDAY, FEB. 10 plaints at an address on Main Street. STURBRIDGE – 7:29 a.m. – Police responded to an accident STURBRIDGE – 11:54 a.m. – Police responded to an accident that caused property damage on Lake Road. STURBRIDGE – 12:05 p.m. – Police responded to reports of that caused property damage on Main Street. STURBRIDGE – 9:45 a.m. – Police investigated animal com- theft at an address on Main Street. STURBRIDGE – 12:31 p.m. – Police responded to an accident plaints on Brook Hill Road. STURBRIDGE – 1:02 p.m. – Police investigated an accident that caused property damage on Arnold Road. that caused property damage on Route 20. STURBRIDGE – 1:42 p.m. – Police investigated reports of ille- BUSINESS What’s the real price for that used car? nlike new cars, where cars. The editors adjust that data your used car as Excellent, Good, isn’t in top-notch condition. Also manufacturers set the by mathematical factors and their Fair, or Poor. On retail prices, see if your insurance agent or price before negotia- own experience to get the trade-in FINANCE however, the kbb.com Web site credit union can let you see an tion, used-car prices and retail prices. The staff then gives only one level--assuming industry version of the NADA U are all over the lot--and checks the numbers against deal- SENSE excellent condition. That is orange book. It will give wholesale beyond. If you are about to buy or ers’ advertised prices. because dealers typically will as well as retail values that can sell a used car, you need some Black Book pricing will give you have a car in good shape for sale help you set your negotiating guidance. trade-in value and dealer’s retail on their lots. strategy at the dealership. Here, in alphabetical order, is a price for three levels of car condi- JEFFREY As with buying a new car, doing rundown of the methodology and tion: clean, average, and rough. DAVENPORT NADA USED CAR GUIDE more used-car research leads to a information you will find from the Black Book doesn’t try to deter- Published by the National better deal. Whether you plan to four major used-car price servic- mine so-called private-party val- Automobile Dealers Association, buy from a dealer or shop careful- es. Online used-car prices are ues from individual sales. are close together, sometimes not. a dealer trade group, this guide ly among individual ads this will adjusted for broad regions--the So check both and then compare determine where you want to do EDMUNDS.COM goes to dealers as part of their Southeast, say, or the West Coast. them with local ads. Edmunds membership. You can check that research. Also getting pre So double-check the prices you’re Edmunds collects data from alone also gives a price for certi- NADA prices at its Web site, approved for a auto loan before getting against ads you see for auctions and new and used-car fied late-model cars dealers sell. nadaguides.com. NADA prices going to the dealership will help your town in newspapers or on dealerships, and works to estab- appear to be higher than all the with negotiating the price if you local Web sites. lish a “True Market Value” that it KELLEY BLUE BOOK competitors for trade-ins. NADA already know what you can afford. Speak to a representative BLACK BOOK says represents what used cars The Kelley organization, retail prices also appear similar to actually are selling for. kbb.com, collects data from auc- Kelley Blue Book and higher than today and drive into spring with a Black Book bases its weekly The Edmunds Web site tions and new and used-car deal- the other two. This results from new and improved car. updates on wholesale auction (Edmunds.com), like Kelley Blue ers and gives trade-in, retail, and assuming that all trade-ins and prices--with its staff attending Book, gives a “private party” private party values for each cars being sold are in very clean Jeffrey Davenport is president about 50 auctions a week either in value for used cars sold in individ- model. Kelley pioneered the condition — not the case with and CEO of Southbridge Credit person or following online auc- ual transactions. Edmunds and detailed Web site questionnaire to many trade-ins. So take this into Union. tions where dealers buy and sell Blue Book numbers sometimes rate carefully the condition of account if your trade-in vehicle NEWS BRIEF

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STURBRIDGE — Fun was had by all who attended a pig roast hosted by B.T.'s Smokehouse at the Pioneer Brewing Co. on Saturday, Feb. 19.

STURBRIDGE — The talented hands of a slide guitar player.

STURBRIDGE — Todd Sullivan of Pioneer Brewing Co. keeps things in working order behind the bar.

STURBRIDGE — Rob, of London Ontario, makes his way through the crowded bar room of Pioneer with fresh- ly poured beers in hand. STURBRIDGE — Justin Desroches of Southbridge carves a 126-pound pig.

STURBRIDGE — A keg of Pioneer sits in the back room ready for those who wish to partake. STURBRIDGE — The band "Livestock" performed for patrons attending the B.T. pig roast. Friday, February 25, 2011 • STURBRIDGE VILLAGER 9 LEARNING ‘Curriculaughs’ brings humor and learning Choral Showcase at Tantasqua High School KEVIN FLANDERS to other members of the Burgess NEWS STAFF WRITER PTO. STURBRIDGE — Tantasqua Fine STURBRIDGE — Elementary “Jeff Nathan has a unique set Arts presents a Choral Showcase at 7 school students are always brim- of hysterically entertaining chil- p.m. Friday, March 4 at the Tantasqua ming with excitement whenever dren’s assemblies that focus on High School auditorium. It all started their teachers guide them to the education through humor,” said in Kansas with a tornado but the gymnasium for an assembly,and Burgess Elementary School Wizard of Oz has had many transfor- award-winning children’s Principal Dan Carlson. “His mations since the movie was released author Jeff Nathan’s programs get the right brain to in 1939. Join us as Tantasqua Fine “Curriculaughs” presentations help the left brain to open up and Arts celebrates the "Wizard" tradition, on Tuesday, Feb. 15, and learn. Jeff was able to share a along with its' counterparts, "The Wednesday, Feb. 16 at Burgess great deal of poetry with our stu- Wiz," the Mo-Town remake of the orig- Elementary School thrilled stu- dents, and at the same time had inal, and the outrageously popular dents from preschool to the sixth them laughing out aloud during musical which serves as its "prequel,", grade. his show.” WICKED. This portion of the concert Sponsored by the Burgess Nathan, who was born in will feature musical selections from Elementary PTO, Nathan also Albany,N.Y., and graduated from these three shows, seen through the presented an assembly Tuesday the University of Rochester, eyes of a "rookie" music teacher as night called, “The Silly began writing poems for his chil- she prepares the material for her Laughing Music Fun Poetry dren when he was 33 years old. General Music class. Show.” Nathan, who has His first book, “There’s a Hippo The Tantasqua Junior High School authored books of poem collec- in my Locker,” was published 11 Show Choir, the Maestros, invite you tions like “Calling All Animals,” years after he wrote the first to take a journey with them as they “Oh My Darling, Porcupine,” poem in its collection. To learn develop this year’s theme live on stage. and “There’s a Bear in My more about Nathan and the The Tantasqua High School Show Shoe,” specializes in PunOETRY, Curriculaughs assembly, or to Choir, Encore, with dark musical a humorous mix of puns and purchase his books online, visit arrangements and edgy choreography poetry combined to teach kids www.incredibleassemblies.com. will evoke every emotion within any- new vocabulary words and such Nathan’s presentations one that gets the chance to take a step poetic devices as rhyme and marked the beginning of a busy Courtesy photo into their Tragic Kingdom. meter in a funny manner. He has week of activities for Burgess Burgess Elementary School students enjoyed the “Curriculaughs” assembly Tickets for the show are $7 for adults delivered the Curriculaughs students, as they also attended a delivered by children’s author Jeff Nathan on Tuesday, Feb. 15, and Wednesday, and $5 for students and senior citi- assembly at schools across bullying awareness assembly on Feb. 16. zens. To reserve tickets, please call Massachusetts, receiving glow- Thursday,Feb. 17. The “Power of (508) 347-9301 ext. 1133 or email costel- ing reviews from students and One” is a bully-proofing show attention after the suicide of for further assistance,” Carlson [email protected]. teachers alike. that reviews the roles of bully, South Hadley High School fresh- said. “Vicky Schmida and Jackie target, and bystander in an man Phoebe Prince in January The “Power of One” assembly Berube are this year’s co-chairs attempt to teach students the 2010, and elementary schools was conducted as part of the for the Burgess PTO’s Cultural importance of reporting acts of across the nation have strived to school’s Character Education Arts Committee, and they bullying whenever they witness demonstrate to students the Program. For more information booked Jeff back in the sum- them. In addition, it makes stu- need to report bullying to admin- about upcoming events at mer,” said Wendy Lennon, the dents aware of multiple types of istrators as soon as possible. Burgess Elementary School, call president of the Burgess bullying, including physical, “The show emphasizes the 508-347-7041. Elementary PTO, who met verbal, exclusion, and cyber-bul- need for individual action to Nathan at the PTO Today Expo lying. make the community a safer, bet- Kevin Flanders can be reached in Marlborough and then for- The latter form of bullying ter place, and it also encourages at 508-909-4136 or by email at warded his contact information gained international media children to seek out adult help [email protected]. Cornerstone Cafe open for breakfast/lunch

STURBRIDGE — The Cornerstone Café at Tantasqua Regional High School will be open for Breakfast and Lunch EVERY WEDNESDAY from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The menu will feature eggs any style, pancakes, waffles, English muffin breakfast sandwich, bagels, tapas platter sampler and Tantasqua entrées. There will be a full line of pastries and dessert for sale. The Cornerstone is also open EVERY TUESDAY AND THURSDAY from 10:30 Monday,Feb. 28: Chicken fajita with cheese, sour cream and a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Our warm salsa, Spanish atmosphere will make your rice, carrots, fruit and juice, milk. Alternate: chicken visit enjoyable. We look for- nuggets, brown rice ward to serving you. with roll. Telephone 508-347-9301 Tuesday, March 1: Lasagna with or without meat sauce, extension 1108, 1101, or 1110. green beans, garlic bread, rice crispy treat, fruit, juice, milk. Alternate: assort- ed pizza. Wednesday, March 2: Chicken a la King with peas and carrots, over a baking powder biscuit, hot Scholarships Offered cinnamon apples. HARRINGTON HOSPITAL — Submitted by Alternate: chicken Lillian Talbot patty in a roll, AUXILIARY SCHOLARSHIP pasta salad. SOUTHBRIDGE — ince OLSON/FOURNIER Thursday, March 3: 1959 The Harrington MEMORIAL NURSING Cook’s choice, vegeta- Hospital Auxiliary has SCHOLARSHIP bles, bread, fruit cock- awarded at least three annu- tail bars, al scholarships in the CHARLTON — The juice, milk. amount of $4000 each to stu- Olson/Fournier Memorial Alternate: tacos with dents residing in one of the Nursing Scholarship rice or burgers and 17 communities served by Committee is seeking appli- fries (alternate Harrington Hospital. cants for its 2011 award. weeks). To be an eligible scholar- Each year, the committee Friday, March 4: ship recipient, candidates awards a scholarship to a Turkey club with must be planning to pursue nursing student from the bacon, lettuce and a career in healthcare and area served by Harrington tomato, potato puffs, must be accepted into an Memorial Hospital in broccoli, fruit, milk. accredited healthcare pro- Southbridge. The scholar- Alternate: Caesar gram. Applicants must be a ship was founded in memory salad with chicken or of Barbara Olson and nuggets and graduating senior, or a high graduate, or a GED recipi- Kathie Fournier, both highly rice (alternate regarded nurses at weeks). ent, or an adult student from the community. Home -edu- Harrington. cated students are also eligi- The Olson/Fournier ble to apply, providing the Memorial Nursing home school program has Scholarship Committee rec- Tri-Valley, the approval of the local ognizes a special need for school board. Previous bilingual nurses within the scholarship recipients are community, therefore, the Inc. no longer eligible to apply. goal of the scholarship is to support the education of a Monday, Feb. 28: Harrington Hospital Auxiliary Applications are bilingual student currently Baked Fish with dill enrolled in or accepted to a sauce, lemon seasoned available in all high school nursing program. potato, spinach, honey guidance offices in the Past scholarship recipi- wheat bread, fruited Harrington Hospital com- ambrosia. munities. High school stu- ents have come from Tuesday, March 1: dents must return complet- Charlton, Dudley, and Beef Stroganoff, ed applications to their guid- Sturbridge, and have had mashed potatoes, ance representative by April Spanish or Polish as a sec- mixed vegetables, 15, 2011. ond language. If you are a potato bread, waffle All other applicants must nursing student who is bilin- grahams. return completed applica- gual, especially in Spanish, Wednesday, March tions by April 20, to we encourage you to apply. 2: Honey Baked Harrington Hospital Details about the process Chicken, herbed pota- Scholarship Chairperson, and application forms are toes, green beans, c/o Harrington Hospital, 100 available now at several whole wheat bread, South St., Southbridge, MA locations, including the orange. 01550. nursing office at Harrington Thursday, March 3: Additional information Hospital Beef Ziti Bake, can be obtained from your For questions or to receive Brussels sprouts, high school guidance office an application by mail: Italian bread, baked or by calling Volunteer Lois Fay, R.N. apples. Services at Harrington P.O. Box 154 Friday, March 4: Hospital. If calling Charlton City, MA 01508 Beef Barley Soup, Volunteer Services, please email to jolobiko@char- Penne, Chicken and ask for either Kelly at 508- ter.net. broccoli, corn, French 765-9771, Ext. 6472) or Crystal — Submitted by bread, mandarin Lois Fay oranges. at 508-765-9771, Ext. 6473). 10 STURBRIDGE VILLAGER • Friday, February 25, 2011

VIEWS ANDOPINION COMMENTARY FROM STURBRIDGE, BRIMFIELD, HOLLAND AND WALES EDITORIAL Training cops What (& kids)

OK, so here’s the plan: Massachusetts Gov. keeps Deval Patrick has proposed attaching a $2.50 to $2.75 surcharge on all auto insurance poli- cies to fund the Municipal Police Training Committee and an annual state police class. According to a recent story by Stonebridge us going Press reporter Gus Steeves, the governor’s budget pro- Letters are the lifeblood of this com- posal (which can be found on the mass.gov website) munity newspaper, and we want to would raise about $8 million hear what you have to say. a year, to be split between Opinions are definitely varied, and the committee and the class. that’s the beauty of it. We wouldn’t According to Steeves’ story, National Motorists’ want it any other way. Some writers Association President respond to another letter or Sound Off James Baxter sees the gov- that had been previously been pub- ernor’s proposal as a clever lished in the News. Issues, upcoming AS YOU ploy to “add to his coffers events, and even thank you notes are without raising taxes.” LIKE IT Well, DUH! Isn’t that what just some of the letters we see on a Bay State Governors (and daily basis here in the Southbridge Bay State government in Surprise Holiday MARK ASHTON office. We even welcome careful read- general) do best? Locally (in ers who notice mistakes in our paper. Southbridge), we have s I walked ing tour back in 2009. water/sewer rates that mysteriously rise — We aren’t perfect, and we appreciate independent of either usage or concerns over people taking the time to make the through the Arguably Slovenia’s best-known poet, streets of Pre?eren is also the author of the Slovenian quality of product or service — whenever paper the best it can be. Ljubljana just national anthem, “Zdravljica,” or, in municipal revenues need a boost. Then again, A property taxes also seem to rise on their own, As we look ahead to the end of over a week ago, I was English: “A Toast.” despite down-turned economies, rampant February and feel the warmth of smiling. In sharp contrast The lyrics are downright friendly, and unemployment, falling property values, and to the winter storm condi- seem warm and welcoming to those who spring coming near, we want to recog- other financial indicators that might logically nize all those who have expressed or tions I’d heard New aren’t from Slovenia: seem to indicate a rates reduction. still continue to express their opinions England was having, the “God’s blessing on all nations, But for now let’s focus on Gov. Patrick’s air was warm and crisp. It Who long and work for that bright day, on these pages, whether by writing a modest proposal, which he probably assumes must have been about 55 KRISTAL When o’er earth’s habitation is small enough to be acceptable to most driv- letter or contributing a Sound Off. The degrees outside, and the No war, no strife shall hold its sway; ers and even seen as favorable by many, if not opinion section is, indeed, the readers’ sun was shining. There KLEAR Who long to see all, because of its worthy goals. Well, yes, let’s forum, and such a diverse cross-section hadn’t been a speck of That all men free look at the purpose(s) of the plan — to fund of commentary proves that. It is not snow since before No more shall foes, but neighbors be.” the MPTC (whatever that is) and an annual Christmas, at least nothing KRIS REARDON While in the U.S. we tend to celebrate the always easy to publicly state an opin- class of state troopers. that had stuck more than days that great leaders were born, here they Who among us does NOT want our munici- ion, especially those writing letters an hour or two. generally celebrate the days they died. In pal and state police forces properly trained? and signing their names, and we thank While I was walking, I was thinking about honor of Preseren’s day,almost all the muse- We’re all in agreement that police work is all of those who have done so. how odd this weather was, especially since ums in the city were open for free to anyone “becoming more and more complex,” as the In the months ahead, we would like the weather patterns in Slovenia and New who cared to visit. story suggests. We want cops to be safe — and England are usually almost completely in My Slovenian textbook, “Gremo Najprej,” to know how to keep us safe. But who among to encourage area residents to keep sync. I was on my way to the gym, and the featured a game where you were supposed to us (in Massachusetts) hasn’t also always those opinions coming — particularly weather, therefore, didn’t seem to matter. I’d match the dates to descriptions of the assumed that training was already part of from those who have never participat- be inside in 10 minutes, and I was enjoying Slovenian holiday. In my rough English every policing budget — on both the munici- ed in the forum before, although, of the outside air, keeping my fingers crossed translation, this is what it had to say about pal and state level? Why is there a need to course, submissions from past contrib- that whatever forces seemed to be slamming Pre?eren Day: “All of Slovenia organizes var- sneak in “non-tax taxes” to fund something the East Coast with snow wouldn’t reach me ious cultural events. Many people go to that has to be a line item already in the budg- utors are always welcome. Being a here. museums and galleries because they don’t et? Public safety is indeed worth funding, but fancy wordsmith or having perfect When I got to the door to the gym, I tugged require tickets on this day.In memory of the in its proper place, by proper means — not grammar are not prerequisites; all that on the handle. It wouldn’t open. Thinking I greatest Slovenian poet, France Preseren, sneaked in as an auxiliary tax. is really needed is having an opinion hadn’t pulled hard enough, I tried again. No famous Slovenians read his poetry in front Well, as the story goes on to explain, insur- luck. of his statue every year.” ance agents “don’t see a surcharge as unfair” and being willing to share it with oth- and figure “99 percent of the premium-paying ers. It was then that I peered inside and I didn’t see anyone reading poetry in front noticed that the hallway was dim. I looked at of his statue, but I probably wasn’t out at the public wouldn’t even notice it.” The latter may So here’s the fine print, because we my watch, confused, as I consulted the oper- right time. My roommate claims she saw well be true, but mostly by way of the premi- feel it is always worth repeating unless ating hours of the building. I was there at small groups gathered. um-paying public’s finding insurance premi- you forget. All letters to the editor the right time... so what was the problem? In any case, when I saw the gym was ums typically indecipherable and utterly un- user-friendly.If the TV ads for auto insurance All of a sudden, I noticed that the lights at closed, I smiled. It was a beautiful day. must include the writer’s name, could be believed, all 100 percent of the premi- the bakery next door were off, too. In fact, Everyone seemed to be out and about. I start- address and telephone number for con- um-paying public could go to the first agency, most of the surrounding buildings appeared ed walking in the bright sun, thinking about select a fantastic plan, then switch to a gecko- firmation purposes. Letters sent via e- shut down. how lucky we were to have such nice weath- mail (to [email protected]) friendly competitor to save a quick 15 percent It was then that I thought again and real- er in Ljubljana. ($200 to $300). Following that, we’d switch to a are preferred, but submissions may ized: it was Feb. 8. That means one thing and As I walked around the city for two hours, more progressive insurer, and then to a more also be mailed or hand-delivered to our one thing only in Slovenia: Preseren Day. I thought not only Preseren and the weather amicable one, or one with good hands, to “save office at 25 Elm St., Southbridge, MA The most interesting thing about being in but also about more upcoming Slovenian hundreds” at each change — until the final 01550. another country, sometimes, are the unex- holidays. My book had included the four insurer would end up owing US about $250 a pected holidays that sneak up on you. I may major celebrations, aside from Christmas year. At that point, I’d be willing to consider a The Sound Off line, (508) 909-4077, is have had to go to school on Presidents’ Day and the First of November: Preseren Day, surcharge for something useful — though not offered to readers who may want to and Labor Day, but I had the First of New Year’s, Easter… and Pust, a purely something that’s already a public safety line comment on a subject but do not wish November off as a day to honor those who Slovenian holiday that resembles Halloween item on the state’s annual budget. to be publicly identified. Please make have passed on. but is held in the spring. Mr. Baxter, who in terms of the news story all comments clearly and concisely, to And now, it was Preseren Day. It was While some people celebrate the American must represent the interests of Bay State almost an even swap and felt even sweeter import Halloween, I knew that my Slovenian motorists (a.k.a. the premium-paying public), minimize the potential for mistakes than usual due to the surprise. holidays were not over for the year yet. I suggests that if the governor’s plan goes when transcribing calls. Sound Off France Preseren is the namesake of vowed I’d look up which day Pust was in through, then Massachusetts — and maybe submissions may also be e-mailed to Slovenia’s central square with the giant pink March so that, next time, a major holiday other states might begin “funding other [email protected]. Catholic church. His statue features 19th wouldn’t catch me by surprise. things through similar policy attachments.” Identifying information will not be century attire and a serious face, hand Yikes! I think he’s onto something! Even an extended toward the city, as if reaching for Kristina Reardon, of Uxbridge, is in insurance agent quoted in the story asked, published, but be sure to label it as a something he can’t quite yet see. Across the Ljubljana, Slovenia on a Fulbright grant for “What precedent does this send?” (And we “Sound Off.” cobblestone square, which is now a pedestri- the 2010-11 school year. You can reach her at know what he means. The precedent has prob- Please remember that for both letters an-only zone, there is a false window on a [email protected]. Her views are ably already been set — and the message and Sound Offs, libelous comments, building with a woman’s white stone face her own and do not reflect those of the U.S. already sent — that auto owners can be billed (or do we mean bilked?) at the whim of those personal attacks and material that can- peering out toward him. It is the gaze of his Department of State or the Fulbright unrequited love, or so I’d been told on a walk- Program. who set rates, write laws, and only rarely have not be verified will not be published. to live under them. All submissions are subject to editing. Speaking of safety training, we were on the Thanks again, readers, for your way home from work to attempt this column when a young lad (of about 10, I’d say) stepped thoughts and opinions, and please keep can boldly out into the street in front of my car the submissions coming. SOUND OFF! accu- (headed uphill) and one headed downtown. Both drivers were startled enough to react WE KNOW you’ve got an rately swiftly.The kid wasn’t even nudged — though opinion, so what are you wait- tran- not for his lack of trying! The point isn’t that scribe any of us (and there were lines of cars in both ing for? directions) performed miraculous feats of Sound Off! your stunt driving, but that the kid refused to even It’s a fast and easy way to let mes- acknowledge the presence of vehicles near sage. him at any point in the adventure. everyone know what’s on your He didn’t look at either driver — either to mind. What’s more is if you’re You’ll glare angrily, or to feign repentance. Nor did worried about putting you’re want to keep your remarks rel- he increase his pace to complete his crossing. Serving Sturbridge, Brimfield, Holland and Wales atively brief so we have enough He took his haughty time, with the swagger of name out there, don’t be! With someone who’s been taught to believe that the space in the newspaper to 25 Elm St., Southbridge, MA 01550 Sound Off! you don’t have to world revolves around him — and him alone. include it all. I hate to see such arrogance in a pedestrian. Telephone (800) 367-9898 leave a name. If you don’t want to leave a It spells eventual heartache and sorrow — and Fax (508) 764-8015 Just call our Sound Off! line I am not referring to the kid. Drivers have it www.sturbridgevillager.net message, that’s OK. You can e- tough enough, given the state of insurance at 508-909-4076, wait for the rates, the state of our roadways, and the state prompt and, presto, that’s it — mail your Sound Off! to FRANK G. CHILINSKI SoundOffSturbridge@stone- of the economy. Perhaps the next class of PRESIDENT AND PUBLISHER time to talk. municipal police trainees can find a way — OK, so there are a couple bridgepress.com. Just remem- via a Kids and Cops program — to explain the ber to label it as a Sound Off. dangers, hazards, and foolhardiness of such ANDY LEVIN guidelines: We ask that you defiant jaywalking. It’s worth funding, at least EDITOR, STURBRIDGE VILLAGER speak clearly enough so we as a public safety line item concern. Mark Ashton writes a weekly column for Stonebridge Press publications. Friday, February 25, 2011 • STURBRIDGE VILLAGER 11 Comfort Inn hotel earns ‘Hospitality Award’

franchises more than 6,000 hotels in Ascend Collection membership pro- to keep guests happy each day.I trav- quent travelers like myself, we only AWARD the United States and 35 other coun- gram, travelers in the United States, el a lot and many of hotels I have want to stay at hotels that are com- continued from page 1 tries that cumulatively hold 490,000 Canada and the Caribbean have stayed at in the past didn’t live up to mitted to customer satisfaction.” Massachusetts (and one of 94 hotels rooms. As of Sept. 30, 2010, more enjoyed upscale lodging options at their names, but this Comfort Inn The hotel is located on 215 within the Comfort brand) to than 540 new hotels were in the pre- such historic and unique hotels as really is comfortable.” Charlton Road (Route 20 East just achieve the “Gold Award” status. construction phase, awaiting con- the Comfort Inn & Suites Colonial With six other Sturbridge hotels past the entrance to the Mass Pike). According to Joyce, the hotel has version or approval for development Hotel competing for tired Massachusetts To make a reservation, call 508-347- demonstrated an exceptional focus in the U.S. The company’s Comfort “I’m not surprised this hotel won Turnpike and Route 84 drivers, this 3306 or visit www.choicehotels.com. on guest satisfaction and dedication Inn, Comfort Suites, Quality, Sleep the award,” said J.P. Morrison, of distinction will likely help the to providing superior service. Inn, Clarion, Cambria Suites, Hartford, Conn., who stayed at the Comfort Inn & Suites Colonial Hotel Kevin Flanders can be reached at Additional award criteria were eval- MainStay Suites, Suburban hotel Thursday night, Feb. 17. “The attract even more guests. 508-909-4136, or by email at kflan- uated by Choice Hotels through its Extended Stay Hotel, Econo Lodge service was really great, the room “I always review past awards and [email protected]. official property ranking reports. and Rodeway Inn brands serve and bed were clean, and I could tell ratings of hotels before staying at Choice Hotels International, Inc. guests worldwide. Moreover, via its that the staff makes an extra effort them,” Morrison added. “For fre- RRI offering plethora of spring fundraisers

The artists that are the program, applicants must abilities in Brookfield. The July 18 and through the rest abilities, but a lot of the peo- RRI involved are Antonio have a developmental disabil- bricks will go into the garden of the summer.Kids can come ple we support are actively continued from page 1 Fonseca, Brian Burress, ity or physical condition walkway we are building in 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and pick differ- involved in their communi- Sturbridge Village and sixth Steven Durado and Cynthia requiring service. Patients the therapeutic garden.” ent activities they want to do. ties as well,” she said. “That’s overall, according to Mason. Woehrle. Tickets are $35. from all over Central RRI will host their 15th We have horseback riding, what really is important to us. “What we’re most excited Different stations will be set Massachusetts, from annual golf tournament on swimming, an art program, They live in residential about is that we have four up around The Tavern to sam- Springfield to as far east as Friday, June 24 at Blissful outdoor games, nature pro- homes just like we do. They local artists that have donated ple food, wine and beer from the Blackstone Valley, are Meadows Golf Club in grams — tons of stuff.” get involved and give back art that we are going to be the local restaurants. Tables served. Uxbridge. The event brings in RRI’s Gates of Freedom just like any of us.” auctioning off,” said Mason. will be set up to test people’s “In honor of Autism the most money of any program is a therapeutic “We’re a non-profit agency, knowledge of wine and beer Awareness Month in April, fundraiser. It costs $130 per horse-riding event for people Adam T. Silva may be but we are also giving back by to win prizes. we’re going to have a person- person and 144 took part last of all ages with physical and reached at 508-909-4050 or by donating a portion of our RRI, which has operated in alized engraved brick sale,” year. cognitive disabilities. The email at asilva@stonebridge- ticket sales to the Central Sturbridge for six years, has she said. “The proceeds will “We are also excited to offer event takes place year round press.com. Massachusetts Health been in service in go to Elm Health Center, a summer camp this year for pending the weather. Chamber.” Massachusetts since 1975. which provides supportive ages eight to 14,” she said. “We obviously provide In order to be eligible for services for people with dis- “The program starts Monday, services for people with dis- Habitat for Humanity planning April build

tion. Applicants must be documented resi- work once they are 16 to go toward the hours. Applicants must show that they will be able HABITAT dents of the U.S. and their total annual income The final step in obtaining a house is by hav- to pay for the housing payments and show that continued from page 1 has to be between 25 and 60 percent of the ing your name picked in the HFH lottery,with the homeownership costs, such as mortgage, In April, HFH will break ground for the Tri- Worcester County area median income. usually six other families. It costs $150,000 to estate taxes, utilities and insurance will not be Community Build in Sturbridge. For example, a family of four has to have an build each house. HFH builds the house and too high a percentage of their gross income. “The Tri-Community Build is where three annual income of between $19,975 and $47,940. sells it with zero gain. They give 15- to 30-year HFH is funded by grants and donations, communities that have taken a vested interest They must also follow an additional four crite- mortgages with zero-percent interest. with several fundraisers performed around in building a home,” said Chrissie Jones, rep- ria. First, there must be a need for adequate Those applying for the homes must have the year. resentative for HFH. “Those communities are shelter. HFH representatives will go to the enough income to pay for the house, but not Southbridge, Sturbridge and Charlton. family’s current location and assess whether enough to qualify for a conventional mort- Adam T.Silva may be reached at 508-909-4050 Applications are being received now for the or not there is an absolute need for better liv- gage. or by email at [email protected]. single-family home. The selection of the fami- ing conditions. Second, the HFH home would ly will take place in April as well.” be the first that they would ever own. Third, Although HFH normally only builds homes, they would have to be able to pay for the home they are currently renovating a four-bedroom and fourth, they would need to be willing to home on Sayles Street in Worcester and are partner with HFH. “We don’t give these homes away,” she said. Candidates wanted planning on building a two-bedroom home on that same property in the near future. “Each family needs to put in between 400 to “The home we are renovating in Worcester 500 ‘sweat equity’ hours in before they can was built by Habitat,” said Jones. “I’m not per- obtain ownership of the house. If those 400 to fectly clear on what happened to the home- 500 hours don’t go into building their own for Charlton boards owner, but we are taking over and going to house, they go into working for Habitat for turn it over to another family.We have already Humanity somehow, possibly in the office. ONE MONTH REMAINS TO SUBMIT ELECTION PAPERS started to take applications for that property Once a family is picked, they need to start put- ting in those hours.” as well.” BY GUS STEEVES ple, Southbridge Councilor Richard Logan Children in these families can’t work build- In order to apply for one of the homes built STONEBRIDGE PRESS STAFF WRITER won his seat by just two votes. ing the houses until they are at least 16 years by HFH, the potential family must attend an CHARLTON — About halfway to the “We all got a quite a shock last year when information session, where they learn about old, but can help work toward hours by doing we found out our votes counted,” Walker well in school. They can also perform office deadline for submitting signatures, this HFH and how to properly fill out the applica- year’s May 7 town elections are slowly said. “Many people had felt disempow- beginning to take shape. ered.” Papers became available Jan. 10, and Town Moderator Peter Cooper Jr. was potential candidates have until March 17 to likewise surprised, noting our communi- Local group concerned return them with at least 48 valid signa- ties and schools need to do more to reinvig- tures. Nobody has yet done so, but 10 people orate an active sense of democracy. have so far taken them out for various Although schools have civics classes, they offices, four of them for two selectmen’s hardly mention how local government over state turbine builds seats. functions — selectmen, school committee, Under special legislation the town town meeting: the places where real democ- received a few years ago, people running racy happens. WIND FARM consultant Kurt Tramposch, have a chance to offer com- “It’s a shame the national election gets so of Wayland, who echoed ments and suggestions about for selectman must declare they’re seeking continued from page 1 a particular seat — as opposed to the usual much press when what directly affects peo- many residents’ sentiments their concerns pertaining to ple is what you see in your towns,” Cooper Representatives. As a result, that the state government has land and zoning issues, as practice of declaring the top two vote get- ters to be winners. Because of that, there said. “… This is exactly what democracy many residents are anticipat- moved too quickly in its well as their visions for should be — let’s get together, talk, and ing that the bill will be refiled efforts to build wind turbines Brimfield’s future. The forum may be three names — incumbent Scott Brown, Brent Sellew and Joe Safarowicz — solve the town’s problems.” soon, although they hope the and disregarded the town’s will be presented by students Walker agreed. new version of the bill fea- requests to carefully evaluate and faculty members affiliat- vying for one seat, while incumbent Kathleen Walker is currently unopposed “It has always astounded me that so few tures language that will allow potential long-term impacts ed with the University of people run this town,” she said. “That for increased local control. on the town. In addition, Massachusetts-Amherst for the other. “It’s going to be interesting because shows those who do get involved can be “Our belief is local control Tramposch reminded resi- Master of Regional Planning there’s going to be three opportunities to very useful and helpful if they vote and run means the zoning change dents that the electricity gen- Program, who have formed a vote in the space of a month,” Walker said. for office.” needed for the project would erated by the turbines would strong, long-term partnership “I don’t know what impact that will have on There’s plenty of room for more partici- be decided by a two-thirds not assist Brimfield home and with Brimfield town officials voters. Maybe they’ll get used to coming pation. After last year’s town election, vote at the Town Meeting, not business owners, but would in the last year. The forum out to vote.” Tully said the average turnout is 12-14 per- a three-person panel of town most likely be directed to a was initially scheduled for She was referring to the fact there’s a cent, but that one attracted just 868 voters residents,” Irvine said. “We New England grid to serve Feb. 5, but was cancelled due special election for the 6th Worcester (9.6 percent). Even fewer — maybe 200 — believe everyone in town large towns and cities. to a snowstorm. House District, with primaries April 12 and turn out for Town Meeting, where all the should have an opportunity to “We’re going to continue For more information the general election May 10. As of Monday, town’s legislative work is done. vote on this important issue.” speaking at events in town about No Brimfield Wind and Feb. 14, town officials were still looking At present, many seats do not yet even In November, about 50 peo- and working against the pas- a list of events at which they into whether it would make sense to shift have potential candidates. Besides the ones ple attended an informational sage of this bill,” Irvine plan to appear, visit the town balloting to May 10, but Town mentioned earlier, those that do are: town hearing at Brimfield added. www.nobrimfieldwind.org Clerk Darlene Tully was skeptical. clerk (incumbent Tully), moderator Elementary School. Hosted Members of No Brimfield “I’d much rather have to run an election (incumbent Cooper), assessor (incumbent by No Brimfield Wind, the Wind will attend a public Kevin Flanders can be on Saturday and another one on Tuesday” Patricia Gill), Cemetery Commissioner session included an open forum on March 5 at reached at 508-909-4136 or by e- than have to juggle both elections together, (Donna Neylon), tree warden (incumbent house and a lecture delivered Brimfield Elementary School mail at kflanders@stone- Tully said. Todd Burlingame) and a three-year seat on by environmental and health during which residents will bridgepress.com. Among other things, she noted that some the Dudley-Charlton Regional School people might not want to go through the Committee (Ray Chalk, who is currently on check-in/check-out process twice, and she it, but in a one-year seat and therefore tech- predicted those folks would be more likely nically not an incumbent). to take a 6th Worcester ballot, cast it, and The rest of the ballot will feature two School Committee leave without voting in the town races. seats each on the Water-Sewer Commission Although November’s 6th Worcester race and Board of Library Trustees, and one ended in a tie, the last time a state race was each on the Planning Board, Housing tied or decided by a handful of votes was Authority, Bay Path School Committee and approves $19.3M budget years ago. Close elections are far more Board of Health. A one-year term is also common in local races; in 2008, for exam- available for the Dudley-Charlton School Committee. BUDGET expected to present a signed consent form continued from page 1 before accessing the school network at the beginning of each year. viate vacations or extend schooldays. The policy will soon be incorporated into “There are still plenty of days built in, and the handbooks at each school. barring multiple snow days like we saw in Finally, the committee approved the Social January, there shouldn’t be a problem,” Networking Policy on first reading, following Durgin said. a brief discussion about language in the poli- Following the superintendent’s report, the cy involving the conduct of administrators committee voted to approve the district’s and staff members while using social net- Electronic Network Policy after a lengthy dis- working websites. cussion. Some members had questions about The committee is preparing to develop a language in the policy stating that students first reading of a new policy pertaining to are allowed to use the network to communi- service animals in school buildings, which cate with elected officials for school projects should be ready by its next meeting. only. One member asked a question about the parental consent forms that are required for Kevin Flanders can be reached at 508-909-4136 each student to use the network, and Durgin or by email at informed the committee that every student is [email protected]. 12 STURBRIDGE VILLAGER • Friday, February 25, 2011 OBITUARIES Winifred L. Gonyea, 81 Christine M. Donohoe, 43 SOUTHBRIDGE -- Winifred L. ries and poetry. She had poems NORTHBOROUGH — Christine M. (Roy) School and was active in the (Nordstrom) Gonyea, 81, passed away peace- appear in several publications Donohoe, 43, of Northborough, died Feb. 20, Northborough community. fully Thursday, Feb. 17, 2011 at Radius and won many awards for her 2011 at home after a long illness. Christine enjoyed travel- Healthcare Center in Southbridge. poetry. She also had a book of She leaves her loving husband of 14 years, ing and gardening. Her husband, Robert G. Gonyea died in her poems published, "Love's Sean P. Donohoe; her beloved daughters, Christine’s funeral Mass 2008. Reflections." For a time, she Alicia and Colleen Donohoe, both of was celebrated Wednesday, She is survived by her two sons, wrote a monthly article for the Northborough; her mother, Patricia Roy of Feb. 23, 2011 in St. Raymond M. Gonyea and Dale R. Gonyea Southbridge Evening News. Sturbridge; a brother, Kevin Roy of Bernadette Church, 266 and his husband Adam E. Stanhope of She was a deeply religious Florence; a sister, Amy Gaudette of Main St. Northborough. Sturbridge; three grandchildren, Cailin R., woman, and after converting to Sturbridge; her paternal grandfather, Burial was in Howard Street Cemetery. Simon P. and Connor J. of Southbridge; a Catholicism, she was a religious education Stanley Roy of Worcester and several nieces Memorial donations may be made to the brother, Paul V. Nordstrom and his wife instructor and a founding member of the and nephews. Donohoe Memorial Fund, c/o St. Mary’s Katie of Florida; a sister, Janice I. Scott and Tri-Community Ecumenical Council as a Born in Pensacola, Fla., and raised in Credit Union, 100 West Main St. her husband Robert of Rutland and several member of St. Anne's Parish in Sturbridge Sturbridge, Christine was the daughter of Northborough, MA 01532 or the National nieces and nephews. for over 20 years. She was a member of Lawrence and Patricia (Ledner) Roy. Brain Tumor Society, East Coast Office, 124 She was predeceased by her two brothers, Notre Dame/Sacred Heart Parish in Christine graduated from Tantasqua Watertown St., Suite 2D Watertown, MA Raymond Y. Nordstrom and Alan C. Southbridge for the last 10 years. Regional High School in 1985 and UMass- 02472. Nordstrom. Her funeral Mass was held Monday, Feb. Amherst in 1989 where she was a member of The Hays Funeral Home, 56 Main St. She was born and raised in Worcester, the 21 at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Loreto Parish, Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority. Northborough, directed the arrangements. second oldest child of the late Gustaf and 37 Massasoit Road, Worcester.Burial was at Mrs. Donohoe was a member of St. For online condolences, please visit Isabel (Duval) Nordstrom. All Faith's Cemetery (New Swedish Bernadette Parish. www.haysfuneralhome.com. She graduated from the former Cemetery). She volunteered at Proctor Elementary Commerce High School in Worcester, where Donations may be made to the Arthritis she met her soon-to-be husband. Foundation at www.arthritis.org. She was employed by the Worcester Lindquist Lundin Funeral Home, 36 Telegram and Gazette as an executive secre- Butler St., Worcester, directed the arrange- Francis P. Fiola, 81 tary, but spent the majority of her life as a ments. devoted housewife and mother. For online condolence book please visit STURBRIDGE -- Francis P. Paints in Webster and She loved to bake, make crafts and write. www.lindquistlundin.com. "Fran" Fiola, 81, of 5 First St., previously with Sherwin She especially loved writing children's sto- died Wednesday, Feb. 16 in his Williams Paints for a home after a brief illness. total of over 30 years, His wife of 51 years, Rosalie M. retiring several years (Blackwood) Fiola, died in 2006. ago. In his younger Alfred A. Morin, 78 He leaves his son, Michael P. years he worked as a sur- STURBRIDGE and SOUTHBRIDGE -- late Aime and Alice Fiola and his wife Robin of North Scituate, veyor. Alfred A. Morin, 78, of Sturbridge, a former (Picard) Morin and lived R.I. and his granddaughter, Anna Folkers of He was a life member longtime Southbridge resident died Friday, here most of his life before Miami, Fla. of the Auburn-Webster Elks Club. He was Feb. 18 at home. moving to Sturbridge. He was also predeceased by his brother, very active with the Boy Scouts for a long His wife of 38 years was the late Lorraine He was a Police Officer Joseph Fiola and his sister, Dorothy time and served as a scout master. (Coutu) Morin who died Nov. 29, 1990. for the Town of Senecal. He enjoyed summers camping in Maine. He is survived by two sons, Michael and Southbridge for 31 years. He was born in Worcester, the son of He was an avid bird watcher and loved gar- his wife Roberta Morin of Harrisonburg, retiring in 1995.Prior to Frank and Rose (DeBonis) Fiola. dening and was especially proud of his flo- Va. and Neil Morin of N. Brookfield; four that he was a grinder at He was a 1951 graduate of Nichols College ral garden. daughters, Elizabeth Mims of Topeka, KS, A&M Tool & Die Co. in Dudley. His funeral service was held Tuesday,Feb. Melanie and her husband Army Col. Marc He was a member of the Fraternal Order He was a U.S. Navy veteran of the Korean 22 in the Daniel T. Morrill Funeral Home, Caouette of Honolulu, HI, Catherine and of Police, the VFW Post 6055, the American War serving on the USS Fred T. Berry 130 Hamilton St., Southbridge. Burial was her husband Carl Abissi of Legion, and the N. E. Council of Skin DD/DDE-858. in St. Anne's Cemetery, Sturbridge. Woodstock,Conn. and Judith Morin of Divers. Fran was a paint salesman for Chauvin Charlton; 11 grandchildren; two great- The funeral was held Wednesday, Feb. 23 grandchildren; his longtime companion, from the Sansoucy Funeral Home, 40 Marcy Erline Kennedy of Sturbridge; a brother, St., Southbridge followed by a Mass at Saint Jeannette D. Richer, 87 Henri Morin and his wife Ruth; two sisters, Mary's Church 263 Hamilton St. Jeanne Steppic all of Southbridge, and Donations may be made to Overlook WEBSTER and SOUTHBRIDGE — Cecelia (Duplesis) Proulx. Alice Langlois of Quinebaug, Conn., and Hospice, Davenport Bldg., 88 Masonic Home Jeanette D. (Proulx) Richer, 87, died Sunday, She was a member of Notre Dame many nieces and nephews. Road, Charlton, MA 01507. Feb. 13, 2011, at Christopher Heights in Church. Al was born in Southbridge, son of the www.sansoucyfuneral.com Webster where she resided since Sept. 2010. Jeanette worked part-time at the She was a former resident of Chapin Street, Sturbridge Candy and Gift Shop for many Southbridge, and a longtime resident of years. She also worked at Russell Sturbridge. Harrington in Southbridge for several Jeanne Peculis, 59 Her husband of nearly 54 years was the years. late Real P. Richer who died in May 1999. She also enjoyed traveling, with Australia BRIMFIELD and CHARLTON — Jeanne area hospitals and She leaves three daughters Gail Hickman and New Zealand being her favorite trip (Douville) Peculis, 59, of Brimfield died Harrington Home Care as a of Dudley, Sally and her husband Ron ever. Thursday, Feb. 17, 2011, at UMass Memorial visiting nurse. Krow of Dallas, Texas and Linda and her The funeral was held Saturday, Feb. 19, Hospital, Worcester, after waging a coura- After being diagnosed husband Gilles Fontaine of Southbridge; from the Sansoucy Funeral Home, 40 Marcy geous 15 year battle with Lupus. with Lupus in 1996, Jeanne nine grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; St., Southbridge followed by a Mass at Notre Her husband of 28 years, John R. Peculis, made the choice to continue a brother, Gerald Proulx of Dudley; three Dame Church, 446 Main St., Southbridge. passed on May 11, 2005. to live her life on her terms. sisters, Claire Gelineau of Dudley, Gloria Donations may be made to St. Jude She leaves two sons, John T. and his wife Every day, she chose a posi- Geck of Toms River, N.J. and Shirley Wolfe Children's Research Hospital, Tribute Melanie Peculis of Charlton and Matthew tive outlook, and was an of Oxford and many nieces and nephews. Program, P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, Peculis of Brimfield (formerly of Charlton) absolute inspiration to everyone she came Mrs. Richer was born in Providence, R.I., TN 38148. and his fiancée Nicole Desrosiers; her moth- into contact with. Even with the premature June 11, 1923, daughter of Honorius and www.sansoucyfuneral.com er, Elizabeth E. (Fritz) Douville of death of her husband in 2005 and her wors- Westhampton; two sisters, Lorraine Galica ening personal prognosis, Jeanne remained of Westhamptonand Karen Douville of Bay optimistic about her role on this Earth, pro- City, Mich.; two grandchildren, Elyse and viding hope and laughter to family and Doris C. Petrillo, 87 Daphne Peculis, and many nieces and friends. STURBRIDGE — Doris C. (Collette) She was born in Southbridge, daughter of nephews. Jeanne will be best remembered for her Petrillo, 87, of Sturbridge died Monday,Feb. William and Alma (Lataille) Collette. Jeanne was very knowledgeable and pas- selfless acts of giving (both physically and 14, 2011 at Radius Healthcare Center. Mrs. Petrillo was a member of St. Mary's sionate with both genealogy and Native spiritually), as her legacy lives on through Her husband, Carmine Petrillo, died in Church. American Folklore/life (participating in the many souls she touched over her life- 1998. She enjoyed square dancing, but most of many area Pow Wows over the years). time. She leaves three sons, David Petrillo and all she enjoyed spending time with her fam- She enjoyed spending time with her grow- A funeral service was held Tuesday, Feb. his wife Rosalie of Southbridge, Kenneth ily. ing family, sewing, gardening, walking in 22, 2011 at the Sansoucy Funeral Home, 40 Petrillo and his companion Joan Chick of The funeral will be held Friday, Feb. 18, the woods, enjoying music, and craft-mak- Marcy St., Southbridge. Burial will be pri- Sturbridge and Leonard "Lenny" Petrillo from the Sansoucy Funeral Home, 40 Marcy ing. vate. and his companion Tina Peterson of St., Southbridge followed by a Mass at 10 She graduated from Holy Name High Donations may be made to the Lupus Fiskdale; a daughter, Sandra Lomme and a.m. at St. Mary's Church, 263 Hamilton St., School and Memorial Hospital School of Foundation of America, Inc., 2000 L Street, her husband Samuel of Southbridge; nine Southbridge. Burial will be at St. Mary's Nursing. N.W., Suite 710, Washington, DC 20036. grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren, Cemetery. She dedicated her working life to helping www.sansoucyfuneral.com nieces and nephews. Calling hours will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. others as a Registered Nurse (for 30 years) at She was predeceased by two brothers, Thursday, Feb. 17 at the funeral home. 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1 p.m. in the Arts Center Barn, 111 theme live on stage. The 508-347-8181 ext. 103 or visit jcut- FRIDAY Main St. (approximately 1 hour or WEDNESDAY Tantasqua High School Show [email protected]. For EB until finished). This workshop is ARCH Choir, Encore, with dark musical additional class dates visit F . 25 for children ages 3 and up with a M 2 arrangements and edgy choreog- www.rehabresourcesinc.org. THE ELEPHANT MAN AT guardian. Advance registration AUDITION FOR STUART LITTLE raphy will evoke every emotion STAGELOFT required —$5 per family. Using STURBRIDGE — Stageloft within anyone that gets the TUESDAY recycled materials, the puppeteers chance to take a step into their STURBRIDGE — Stageloft Repertory theater, 450A Main St., of Otter & Moo will help you cre- Tragic Kingdom. MARCH 8 Repertory Theater, 450A Main St., will hold open auditions for its ate a character that is your very Tickets for the show are $7 for announces that "The Elephant upcoming youth production of S.L.A.M. TO MEET own. We supply the materials adults and $5 for students and sen- Man" will be performed at its the- "The Adventures of Stuart Little" and with your amazing imagina- ior citizens. To reserve tickets, STURBRIDGE — S.L.A.M. ater at 8 p.m. Each Friday and from 4 to 6 p.m. tonight. Roles are tion, together we will make pup- please call (508) 347-9301 ext. 1133 (Sturbridge Lyme Awareness of Saturday and at 2 p.m. Each available for 12 males and 13 pets. Dress for fun – creativity or email [email protected]. MA) will host it's monthly "tick Sunday through March 13. Tickets female ages 7-16. This will be an can be messy. Keep in mind that talk" at 7 p.m. in the basement are $17 for adults, $15 for senior early May production. For more the show will be over around THE ELEPHANT MAN AT meeting room of The Joshua Hyde citizens 65+, and $8 students 12 information, call 508-347-9005. noon. Plan for a quick lunch or STAGELOFT Library on Main Street. and younger. For more informa- snack as we will start promptly at tion and reservations call 508-347- STURBRIDGE — Stageloft 1 p.m. Sponsored by a grant from THURSDAY FRIDAY 9005. Stageloft Rep is fully handi- Repertory Theater, 450A Main St., The Greater Worcester cap accessible. MARCH 3 announces that "The Elephant MARCH 11 Community Foundation. Call Man" will be performed at its the- 508-764-3341 or email MANAGING MEDICATIONS THE ELEPHANT MAN AT SATURDAY ater at 8 p.m. Each Friday and STAGELOFT [email protected] for a regis- STURBRIDGE — Join Jan Saturday and at 2 p.m. Each FEB. 26 tration form. Findelstein, RN, of Overlook Sunday through March 13. Tickets STURBRIDGE — Stageloft Visiting Nurse and Hospice POKER TOURNEY INDOOR CHURCH TAG SALE are $17 for adults, $15 for senior Repertory Theater, 450A Main St., Association at 10 a.m. at the citizens 65+, and $8 students 12 announces that "The Elephant SOUTHBRIDGE — The STURBRIDGE — The Sturbridge Senior Center to learn and younger. For more informa- Man" will be performed at its the- Southbridge Lions Club will hold Sturbridge Worship Center, 9 the most common mistakes people tion and reservations call 508-347- ater at 8 p.m. Each Friday and its annual Texas Hold Em’ Poker Mashapaug Road, will host an make in their medication manage- 9005. Stageloft Rep is fully handi- Saturday and at 2 p.m. Each Tournament at the Pilsudski indoor Church Tag Sale from 8:30 ment. Refreshments will be served cap accessible. Sunday through March 13. Tickets Polish American Club, West Main a.m. to 2 p.m. Early Birds and a $25 VISA gift card will be are $17 for adults, $15 for senior Street (across from Big Bunny Welcome. Vendors are welcome to raffled. Call 508-347-7575 to regis- REPUBLICAN ANNUAL CAUCUS citizens 65+, and $8 students 12 Market). Registration is open to apply.Food for sale. Please call 508- ter. STURBRIDGE — The and younger. For more informa- the first 200 players. Doors open at 347-9642. COMMUNITY DRUM CIRCLE Sturbridge Republican Town tion and reservations call 508-347- 3:30 p.m. for registration and play Committee will hold its Annual 9005. Stageloft Rep is fully handi- begins at 5 p.m. You must be at SUNDAY STURBRIDGE — Join us for a Caucus from 8 to 9 p.m. at cap accessible. least 18 years of age to participate. community drum circle from 7 to FEB. 27 Veterans’ Memorial Hall, FISH FRY Walk-in registration is possible 8:30 p.m. upstairs at Peas on Earth Sturbridge Town Hall, 308 Main provided there are seats available. GATEWAY AUDITIONS Health Food Store, 454 Main St. St. SOUTHBRIDGE — Young A $100 donation gets you $ 4,000 Bring a drum if you have one; SOUTHBRIDGE — Gateway Neighbors in Action will hold a worth of chips. First place prize of there will be some hand percus- DEMOCRATIC ANNUAL CAUCUS Fish Fry at 5 p.m. (and every $ 3,000 is guaranteed and addition- Players Theatre, Inc. will hold sion instruments to borrow. All auditions for “Murder’s In The STURBRIDGE — The Friday through Lent) in the al places will be added (prizes paid are welcome! Cost is $5 per person. Trinity Catholic Academy in American Express gift checks). Heir,” an audience-participation Sturbridge Democratic Town For more information, call Mary Committee will hold its Annual Cafeteria, Pine Street. Your menu For more information please call murder-mystery at 6:30 p.m. in the at 413-436-9622. Gateway Arts Barn, 111 Main St.. Caucus from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at options will be: Russ Labarge at 774-230-1624 or • Baked or Fried White Fish Steve Blanchard at 774-230-4193. This play will be performed in the Veterans’ Memorial Hall, barn May 13-21. Auditions are FRIDAY Sturbridge Town Hall, 308 Main with Baked Potato or Fries, Cole PUPPET SHOW AT open to all and will consist of cold MARCH 4 St. Slaw & Tartar Sauce at $10 per per- ARTS CENTER readings from the script. For more son information, call Gateway at 508- CHORAL SHOWCASE MARCH 5 • Fried Shrimp with Potato SOUTHBRIDGE — “Otter and 764-4531 or just wear comfortable STURBRIDGE — Tantasqua & Cole Slaw Moo Save the Earth” – a puppet BOOK SIGNING clothes and come down to the Fine Arts presents a Choral at $10 per person show will be held at 11 a.m. in the barn. Showcase at 7 p.m. at the SOUTHBRIDGE — Author Jane • For the kids…Mac & Arts Center Barn, 111 Main St. Rehearsals will be Mondays and Tantasqua High School auditori- Svejk will appear at a book signing Cheese at $5.00 Otter and Moo will take you on an Wednesdays for this May produc- um. It all started in Kansas with a for her book “Bells, Books and Beverages are included. Take- ecological journey of song, dance tion. tornado but the Wizard of Oz has Murder” Saturday, March 5, at out is available. Please call the and laughter, with captivating had many transformations since Books & Beans, 100 Central St., school between 4:30 and 6:30 p.m. puppetry and interactive the movie was released in 1939. from noon to 2 p.m. Books will be at 508-765-5991 and enter Ext. 25. vignettes. This 50-minute partici- MONDAY Join us as Tantasqua Fine Arts available for purchase and sign- patory variety show will delight LENTEN CONCERT SERIES AND FEB. 27 celebrates the "Wizard" tradition, ing. all. Highlights include "The STATIONS OF THE CROSS along with its' counterparts, "The Garbage Monster," "Stone Soup," AUDITION FOR STUART LITTLE Wiz," the Mo-Town remake of the MONDAY SOUTHBRIDGE — St. Mary’s and "Look Both Ways," an interac- STURBRIDGE — Stageloft original, and the outrageously Parish is again sponsoring its tive song of the four seasons. MARCH 7 Repertory theater, 450A Main St., popular musical which serves as Lenten Concert Series and Sponsored by United Lens. No will hold open auditions for its its "prequel,", WICKED. This por- SERVSAFE CERTIFICATION Stations of the Cross beginning at charge for United Lens adults. upcoming youth production of 5:30 p.m. at St. Mary’s Church. The tion of the concert will feature STURBRIDGE — There will be a Other Adults $5. As always, chil- "The Adventures of Stuart Little" annual concert series features musical selections from these ServSafe Certification Class from dren with an adult are free! Call from 4 to 6 p.m. tonight and from 4 area musicians performing sea- three shows, seen through the 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 508-764-3341 for cancellations due to 6 p.m. Wednesday, March 2. sonal music before the traditional eyes of a "rookie" music teacher as Rehabilitative Resources, Inc., 1 to weather. Roles are available for 12 males Stations of the Cross devotion. she prepares the material for her Picker Road. The course will be and 13 female ages 7-16. This will Susan Howland, harp, who will be ROD PUPPET MAKING AT General Music class. taught by Jane Cutting, Certified be an early May production. For leading some Taizé choruses and THE ARTS CENTER The Tantasqua Junior High Instructor. Recertification fee is more information, call 508-347- performing songs and reflections School Show Choir, the Maestros, $110; New Certification fee is $135. SOUTHBRIDGE — There will be 9005. on the Cross. invite you to take a journey with To register contact call Jane at a Rod Puppet Making Workshop at them as they develop this year’s OBITUARIES Judith B. Ardis, 72 Richard D. Lawrence, 76 STURBRIDGE — Judith B. (Sykes) Ardis, in acting and directing in BRIMFIELD — Richard D. Lawrence, 76, family who needed help with projects and 72, of Crescent Way, passed away Saturday, community theatre. of Paige Hill Road, passed away peacefully repairs. Feb. 19 in the UMass Memorial Medical She went on to her second in his sleep on Tuesday,Feb. 15 in the Radius There are no calling hours. A graveside Center, University Campus, Worcester, after career as a Corporate Healthcare Center, Southbridge, after an ill- service in Brimfield Cemetery, Brimfield, a brief battle with pancreatic cancer. She Trainer and Instructional ness. will be held at a yet to be determined later lived in Greensboro for 30 years before mov- Designer for United He leaves a son, Martin Lawrence of date. The family asks that you please con- ing here four years ago to be closer to her Guaranty in Greensboro for Worcester; two daughters, Kim Cullen of tact his sister Lois or brother Cheney to be grandchildren. nearly 20 years. Raleigh, N.C. and Jamie Lawrence of informed of the future date and time of the She leaves a son, Jeffrey G. Ardis and his Her funeral service was Orange; a brother, Cheney Lawrence of service. wife Maura G. Ardis of Sturbridge; a broth- held Thursday,Feb. 24 in the Holland; three sisters, Lucinda In lieu of flowers, donations may be made er, Richard M. Sykes and his wife Kaye Ann Sturbridge Federated Church, corner of Frangiamore of Leesburg, Fla., Mary in his name to the charity of one's choice. Sykes of Harrison, Maine; and two grand- Maple and Main Streets, Sturbridge. Burial Artruc of Truro and Lois Shelton of The Daniel T. Morrill Funeral Home, 130 children, Jameson Ardis and Charlotte in Central Cemetery, Rye, N.H., will be held Brimfield; several grandchildren and many Hamilton St., Southbridge, is directing the Ardis. at the convenience of the family. nieces, nephews and friends who loved him arrangements. She was born in Portsmouth, N.H., the Donations may be made to the Sturbridge dearly. www.morrillfuneralhome.com daughter of the late Francis and Barbara Federated Church, P.O. Box 193, Sturbridge, A sister, Frederica (Manson) Sykes. MA 01566 or to the American Cancer Whitcomb, prede- She was a graduate of Portsmouth High Society, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA ceased him. School and Smith College in Northampton. 01701. He was born in Call Us At 3AM! She received her Master of Fine Arts The Daniel T. Morrill Funeral Home, 130 Brimfield, the son of Degree from the University of North Hamilton St., Southbridge, directed the J. Frederick and Carolina at Greensboro. arrangements. Mary (Matusko) Judy was a stay at home mom for many www.morrillfuneralhome.com Lawrence. Well, it doesn’t have to be 3 AM, years while also being passionately involved He was a 1953 grad- but it could be. Call our “Sound uate of Hitchcock Free Academy in Off” line 24 hours a day to get Brimfield. your comments in the paper. Therese C. Langlois, 88 Richie's early adult MELBOURNE, Fla. — Therese C. Robert and his wife Ann years were spent trav- To reach “Sound Off,” call the (Lafleche) Langlois, 88, passed away Feb. 1, Lafleche of Sturbridge; two eling the country as a number listed below You May 2011 in Melbourne. sisters, Anita Prunier of pipefitter for the She was the wife of Gerald langlois for 62 Oxford and Marie Labonte pipeline and then set- Remain Anonymous if you wish. years until his passing in 2005. of Southbridge and many tling back in Holland. She was born in Southbridge Jan. 1, 1923 nieces and nephews. He worked for his We’d Love To and was the daughter of the late Alfred and She was predeceased by brother Cheney's Cecilia (Perron) Lafleche. her brothers, Emile, Alfred, company, General Hear From You! She was the mother of Anne Ricci of Paul and Andre Lafleche Clearing Contractors, Melbourne, with whom she resided since and her sisters, Albina Addington and logging and land 2007 and Therese Ozaniak and her husband Claire Perry. clearing. He was still Adam of Webster. She worked for several area businesses. active at this profes- (508)909-4076 She leaves six grandchildren, Lisa Hedge, She was an avid Bingo player and sion until recently. Kristine Loiselle, Samuel Ricci III and wife Foxwoods fan. Richie was a true Wendy and Peter Ricci, all of Melbourne; Her greatest joy and happiest times were outdoorsman. He Shawn Ricci and his wife Carey of taking care of her family. loved to ride his Brimfield, Mass. and Karolyn Champagne Calling hours will begin at 9 a.m. Harley, hunt with and her husband Keith of Douglas, Mass.; Saturday, March 5, 2011 at St. Anthony’s friends and tend to nine great-grandchildren and two great- Church, 24 Dudley Hill Road, Dudley. A his vegetable gar- great-grandsons. funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. at dens. She also leaves two brothers, Richard and the church. Burial will be at a later date. He was always “If it’s important to you, it’s important to us!” his wife Yvette Lafleche of Southbridge and there for friends and 14 STURBRIDGE VILLAGER • Friday, February 25, 2011 SPORTS Local athletes compete in District E Indoor Invitational BY NICK ETHIER 300-METER DASH 16. Corrie Molleur, Tantasqua, 26-07.75 3. Hopedale, 31 28. Jamie Carlson, Whitinsville 1. Sutton, 3:58.93 SPORTS STAFF WRITER 24. Jill Stevens, Shepherd Hill, 23-09.25 4. Auburn, 29 Christian, 7.89 3. Auburn, 4:04.13 1. Alex Paulina, Shrewsbury, 38.63 25. Molly Covill, Shepherd Hill, 23-08.50 5. Uxbridge, 27 30. Alex Blanchette, Leicester, 8.15 5. Northbridge, 4:10.66 With the end of the winter sports 7. Ryan Cotrupi, Shepherd Hill, 39.69 6. Blackstone-Millville, 26 6. Uxbridge, 4:12.03 season fast approaching, local indoor 14. Dillon Gaudet, Tantasqua, 41.87 HIGH JUMP 7. Murdock, 21 300-METER DASH 9. Quaboag, 4:12.72 track athletes visited Fitchburg for the 16. Ryan Phifer, Tantasqua, 42.08 8. Bromfield, 20 11. Leicester, 4:16.48 annual District meet. Some had their 1. Haley Laird, Algonquin, 5-06 9. St. Peter-Marian, 17 1. Jerry Drane, Uxbridge, 38.75 season end at the meet, while others ONE MILE 8. Emily Gustavson, Tantasqua, 4-10 10. Millbury, 16 3. Nick Tessier, Oxford, 39.49 DIVISION 2 GIRLS will move on to the State meet. 19. Taylor Farland, 4-04 11. Oxford, 14 4. Aksel Thibodeau, Whitinsville 1. John Murray, Shrewsbury, 4:32.66 Team and individual results are as 12. Bartlett, 12 Christian, 39.58 7. Aaron Anderstrom, Tantasqua, TWO MILE TEAM RESULTS: follows: 13. Northbridge, 11 10. Kenneth Benson, Northbridge, 41.28 4:49.42 14. Grafton, 10 13. Patrick Sweeney, Auburn, 42.04 DIVISION 1 BOYS 14. Mike Dobos, Tantasqua, 5:03.63 1. Rebecca Skodis, Wachusett, 11:34.40 1. Bromfield, 72 points 14. Oakmont, 10 16. Justin Harpin, Northbridge, 42.53 6. Stella Worters, Shepherd Hill, 17. Patrick Ricard, David Prouty, 42.95 2. Lunenburg, 38 600-METER RUN 12:34.70 16. Quaboag, 8 3. Uxbridge, 34 TEAM RESULTS: 16. Whitinsville Christian, 8 19. Desmonde Bellanti, Douglad, 43.36 7. Killian Buckley, Tantasqua, 12:35.70 20. Aaron Medina, Southbridge, 43.38 3. Narragansett, 34 1. Jair Cruckshank, Nashoba, 1:28.08 18. David Prouty, 4 3. Sutton, 34 1. Wachusett, 66 points 10. David Dumas, Tantasqua, 1:33.03 55-METER HURDLES 18. Littleton, 4 6. Millbury, 32 2. Shrewsbury, 49 20. Douglas, 2 13. Andrew Cayer, Shepherd Hill, ONE MILE 7. Hopedale, 21 3. Marlborough, 45 1:34.45 1. Juliana Sheehan, Milford, 8.99 20. Lunenburg, 2 8. Whitinsville Christian, 17 4. St. John’s, 41.5 16. Leo Harmon, Shepherd Hill, 1:36.23 21. Jocelyn Hoye, Tantasqua, 10.87 22. Leicester, 1 1. Chaz Davis, Grafton, 4:41.67 9. Leicester, 15 5. Nashoba, 38 18. Kyle Walter, Tantasqua, 1:42.89 22. Allison LeBrun, Tantasqua, 10.88 10. Simon Wanjigi, Southbridge, 5:13.56 10. Oxford, 13 INDIVIDUAL RESULTS: 6. Algonquin, 35 11. Auburn, 12 55-METER DASH 7. Doherty, 23 1,000-METER RUN 600-METER RUN 12. Douglas, 10 8. Westborough, 19.5 13. David Prouty, 7 1. Patrick Bova, Wachusett, 2:44.61 1. Haven Jones, Algonquin, 7.49 SHOT PUT 9. Hudson, 16 1. Matt Becker, Nipmuc, 1:31.10 14. Oakmont, 6 2. Dan Stomski, Shepherd Hill, 2:45.41 10. Megan Gosselin, Shepherd Hill, 7.98 10. North Middlesex, 14 1. Marcus Pettigrew, Auburn, 46-10.25 5. Dean Wilson, Quaboag, 1:37.02 14. Murdock, 6 13. Anthony Chasse, Tantasqua, 3:07.05 21. Abby Soraci, Tantasqua, 8.56 11. Shepherd Hill, 9 2. Arthur Hackenson, Bartlett, 41-00.00 8. Gabe Solano, Whitinsville Christian, 14. Nipmuc, 6 16. Mickey Julian, Tantasqua, 3:15.12 22. Cassie Lavallee, Tantasqua, 8.66 12. Gardner, 8 4. Patrick Ricard, David Prouty,38-04.00 1:37.60 17. St. Peter-Marian, 5 13. Fitchburg, 6 9. Brandon Kimbar, Auburn, 1:38.22 4X220 RELAY 300-METER DASH 8. Herman Labonne, Douglas, 36-10.25 17. Notre Dame Academy, 5 14. Quabbin, 2 21. Steve Tabor, Quaboag, 30-03.50 10. Daveed Goldenberg, Douglas, 1:38.97 19. Grafton, 3 11. Ryan Kinahan, Northbridge, 1:39.47 1. Algonquin, 1:42.62 1. Domonique Hall, Shrewsbury, 43.66 23. Mike Doyle, Leicester, 29-07.75 20. Northbridge, 2 INDIVIDUAL RESULTS: 13. Sam Bergen, Northbridge, 1:39.69 11. Tantasqua, 1:49.92 14. Alex Kane, Tantasqua, 47.76 14. Aaron Holmberg, Oxford, 1:41.94 13. Shepherd Hill, 1:51.20 15. Jessica Farland, Tantasqua, 48.71 HIGH JUMP INDIVIDUAL RESULTS: SHOT PUT 15. Matt Nelson, Auburn, 1:43.29 4X880 RELAY ONE MILE 1. Brendan Wood, Nipmuc, 5-10 1. Ryan Anger, St. John’s, 45-03.00 5. Thomas Hansson, Northbridge, 5-04 1,000-METER RUN SHOT PUT 1. Shrewsbury, 8:47.91 1. Colleen Sands, Wachusett, 5:23.76 8. Nikita Truhanovitch, Bartlett, 5-04 11. Joe Wheeler, Shepherd Hill, 38-01.25 1. Andrew Rice, Sutton, 2:47.31 1. Brittany Green, Lunenburg, 33-09.75 7. Shepherd Hill, 9:26.42 4. Kaleigh Durkan, Shepherd Hill, 12. Joe Fitzgerald, Uxbridge, 5-02 19. Steve Fitzgerald, Tantasqua, 33-05.75 2. Thomas Hansson, Northbridge, 2. Sarah Powell, Auburn, 33-05.00 9. Tantasqua, 9:39.35 5:52.38 21. Nick Huscha, Shepherd Hill, 32- 2:50.31 3. Jennifer Mailhoit, Douglas, 30-11.50 04.00 TWO MILE 4X440 RELAY 600-METER RUN 4. Steve Derderian, Uxbridge, 2:58.21 10. Hannah Murphy, Auburn, 27-02.00 HIGH JUMP 1. Bryan Quitadamo, Auburn, 10:31.31 5. Reed Miller, Douglas, 2:58.58 11. Natalie Booz, Whitinsville 1. Wachusett, 3:48.13 1. Amy Collins, Wachusett, 1:43.74 7. Nathan Swaim, Whitinsville 10. Thomas Rodger, Whitinsville Christian, 26-07.00 1. Josh Semedo, Marlborough, 6-02 6. Shepherd Hill, 4:01.87 5. Rachael Smith, Tantasqua, 1:46.96 Christian, 11:04.65 Christian, 3:04.50 12. Micaila Olson, Whitinsville 8. Ryan Phifer, Tantasqua, 5-08 7. Tantasqua, 4:03.37 7. Lindsay Kleya, Shepherd Hill, 1:49.28 11. Michael Rieder, Leicester, 3:05.45 Christian, 25-07.75 10. Brendan Whipple, Shepherd Hill, 5- 11. Taylor Farland, Tantasqua, 1:54.45 55-METER HURDLES 14. Eric Comeau, Leicester, 3:06.49 16. Samantha Wise, Uxbridge, 21-06.75 DIVISION 1 GIRLS 15. Garrett Boyle, Auburn, 3:07.34 21. Stephanie Damon, David Prouty, 17- 08 1. Christopher Coffin, Blackstone- 11. Alex Hellyar, 5-04 1,000-METER RUN 16. Joe Valerio, Northbridge, 3:07.72 09.75 Millville, 8.16 17. Eric Lammi, David Prouty, 3:10.08 25. Michelle Wozniak, David Prouty, 16- TWO MILE TEAM RESULTS: 1. Laura Williamson, Wachusett, 3:06.73 3. Zachary Lesieur, Oxford, 8.46 19. Scott Smith, Oxford, 3:11.85 06.50 4. Nikita Truhanovitch, Bartlett, 8.48 20. Jamison Koeman, Whitinsville 1. Wachusett, 95 points 4X220 RELAY 1. Reid Sullivan, Nashoba, 10:11.76 6. Derek Bousquet, Leicester, 8.80 Christian, 2:12.41 HIGH JUMP 2. Algonquin, 65 12. Finley Simonds, Tantasqua, 11:08.61 8. Nick Lovett, Uxbridge, 8.99 28. Tyler Fitman, David Prouty, 3:27.02 3. Shrewsbury, 58 1. Algonquin, 1:52.94 17. Alex Hebert, David Prouty, 10.76 1. Emily Cahill, Uxbridge, 5-02 14. John Shutes, Tantasqua, 11:19.54 12. Tantasqua, 2:07.29 30. Bryce Wdowiak, Quaboag, 3:59.88 15. Wes Nelson, Shepherd Hill, 11:47.41 4. Westborough, 44 18. Tyler Leneau, Quaboag, 10.92 2. Cayla Leinonen, David Prouty, 5-00 5. Milford, 28 4. Brittany Hodgerney, Leicester, 5-00 4X880 RELAY 4X220 RELAY 55-METER HURDLES 6. Nashoba, 18 55-METER DASH 6. Erin McIntyre, Northbridge, 4-10 7. Fitchburg, 16 1. Wachusett, 10:30.68 1. St. Peter-Marian, 1:42.70 11. Mickaela Lussier, Uxbridge, 4-06 8. Quabbin, 14 1. Brett Buskey, Blackstone-Millville, 1. Connor McDavitt, Wachusett, 7.93 8. Tantasqua, 11:38.28 3. Uxbridge, 1:45.87 16. Rachel Clogston, David Prouty, 4-02 9. Marlborough, 10 6.69 11. Alex Hellyar, Tantasqua, 8.89 4x440 Relay 4. Whitinsville Christian, 1:46.49 9. Doherty, 10 3. Derrick Bish, Quaboag, 6.94 TWO MILE 17. Pat Tilly, Shepherd Hill, 9.21 1. Wachusett, 4:24.77 5. Oxford, 1:46.80 11. Shepherd Hill, 5 6. Jacob Foynes, Douglas, 6.97 20. Jacob Grotton, Shepherd Hill, 9.43 7. Tantasqua, 4:39.01 6. Auburn, 1:47.31 11. North Middlesex, 5 10. Dan Sullivan, Uxbridge, 7.19 1. Anna Capps, Narragansett, 11:53.77 23. Ben Dunbar, Tantasqua, 9.66 10. Shepherd Hill, 4:41.99 7. Douglas, 1:47.59 13. Tantasqua, 2 12. Taylor Clarke, Northbridge, 7.22 15. Leicester, 2:02.98 5. Lesedi Graveline, Auburn, 12:38.32 13. Billy Swift, Uxbridge, 7.26 10. Samantha Pajer, Leicester, 14:14.12 55-METER DASH 13. Gardner, 2 DIVISION 2 BOYS 4x880 Relay 16. Shaun Nystrom, Oxford, 7.30 1. Hopedale, 9:23.96 55-METER HURDLES 1. Brandon Lambert, North Middlesex, INDIVIDUAL RESULTS: 23. Chris Blake, Douglas, 7.49 3. Uxbridge, 9:29.77 6.87 TEAM RESULTS: 24. Jason Pawloski, Whitinsville 5. Auburn, 9:50.15 8. Brendan Whipple, Shepherd Hill, Christian, 7.55 1. Emily Dawidczyk, Oxford, 9.06 SHOT PUT 2. Emily Cahill, Uxbridge, 9.24 7.14 1. Sutton, 61 points 26. Corey Leavitt, Oxford, 7.70 4X440 RELAY 17. Eric Wilson, Tantasqua, 7.55 2. Nipmuc, 37 27. David Gleixner, David Prouty, 7.75 5. Angelique Nurse, Auburn, 9.64 1. Alexa Fearing, 34-08.00 6. Emily Matte, Northbridge, 9.67 9. Lilly Dao, Auburn, 9.99 10. Emily Carroll, Douglas, 10.12 13. Amber Army, Leicester, 10.55 20. Peggy Greeno, Douglas, 11.02 21. Jessica Soojian, Leicester, 11.05 26. Amanda Wozniak, David Prouty, 13.01 55-METER DASH 1. Tory Miles, Millbury, 7.61 4. Megan Kaswandik, Douglas, 7.82 5. Debora Lopes, Uxbridge, 7.89 6. Natalie Booz, Whitinsville Christian, 8.16 9. Emily Usher, Auburn, 8.18 20. Kristi Sarro, Leicester, 8.63 25. Katie Kozlowski, Leicester, 8.84 26. Mackenzie Thibodeau, Whitinsville Christian, 8.85 28. Stephanie Damon, David Prouty, 8.98 30. Chelsea White, David Prouty, 9.67 300-METER DASH 1. Brittany Hodgerney, Leicester, 43.34 6. Jordan Orrell, Oxford, 46.46 9. Nichole Tillery, Auburn, 46.91 ONE MILE 1. Renee Caps, Narragansett, 5:31.75 4. Chelsey Peso, Uxbridge, 5:54.97 7. Jennifer Pajer, Leicester, 6:09.18 9. Ava Saster, Douglas, 6:11.92 10. Charity Wright, Leicester, 6:13.95 600-METER RUN 1. Mimi Narbonne, Bromfield, 1:43.22 3. Abby Epplett, Whitinsville Christian, 1:46.20 14. Ryann Anderson, Leicester, 1:56.11 15. Katie Lora, Southbridge, 1:56.17 16. Joanne Norris, Auburn, 1:56.60 18. Emily Miller, Douglas, 2:02.20 1,000-METER RUN 1. Julia Berkowicz, Whitinsville Christian, 3:10.78 8. Makenzie Cyr, Douglas, 3:40.76 11. Dominique Auger, Northbridge, 3:49.65 12. Katrina Wright, Leicester, 3:50.56 13. Nora Zywien, Northbridge, 3:50.72 15. Angie Epplett, Whitinsville Christian, 3:59.34 16. Beth Trucheon, Leicester, 4:01.71 17. Michelle Wozniak, David Prouty, 4:03.69 18. Kayla Almstrom, Auburn, 4:05.38 4X220 RELAY 1. Millbury, 1:57.43 2. Uxbridge, 1:57.90 5. Oxford, 2:01.78 12. Whitinsville Christian, 2:09.05 13. Auburn, 2:09.39 14. Leicester, 2:14.08 4X880 RELAY 1. Narragansett, 10:28.10 5. Uxbridge, 11:27.24 9. Leicester, 12:01.81 4X440 RELAY 1. Bromfield, 4:31.54 6. Leicester, 4:48.49 9. Auburn, 4:56.74

Theheartofmassachusetts.com Friday, February 25, 2011 • STURBRIDGE VILLAGER 15 SPORTS Senior Night special: Warriors win wild OT contest

BY NICK ETHIER called that play for Steph and she’s McClelland went 8-13 from the SPORTS STAFF WRITER such a physical kid, sealed the line, including 4-5 in the fourth STURBRIDGE — It was a Senior [opponent] off, and she made the quarter and overtime. Night the Tantasqua girls’ basket- basket with about a second left.” All 9 of Picking’s points came ball team will never forget. Heading into overtime tied 47-47, from the fourth quarter on, and she The Warriors won a wild game the Warriors took an early lead also collected 8 rebounds. over Mount Greylock on Feb. 18, 56- when Picking returned the favor to Senior Nicole Molleur also con- 54, in overtime, and it had all the McClelland. Picking’s pass from the tributed to the win with 11 points dramatics of a “Game of the Year” 3-point line was threaded perfectly and 7 rebounds, and seniors Erica nominee. inside to McClelland, who finished Norcross and Raja Hashem also got Tantasqua trailed 15-9 after one with a layup. the start for the Warriors. quarter, but had a tremendous sec- Picking then hit the next basket “Getting into close battles is good ond and led 26-21 at halftime. After for a four-point lead, but Mount for us, especially come district the Mounties won the third quarter Greylock scored the next seven wise,” Goyette said. “Usually you and held a two-point lead (34-32) points for a 54-51 advantage. aren’t going to beat a team by 20 in heading into the fourth, the But Tantasqua remained calm the districts. The experience for us Warriors found a way to fight back and Melissa Frio hit a layup to bring is going to be invaluable for us down and force overtime. Then, in the her team to within a point, 54-53. the road.” extra session, Tantasqua was down McClelland then hit two free Picking reflected on the impor- in the final minute but battled back throws with all the pressure on her – tant win, knowing a loss could have to ultimately prevail. as just 25 seconds remained – and been detrimental, saying, “We know The Warriors improved to 13-6 on the Warriors regained a lead, 55-54. we’d be playing a harder team [if we the season, while Mount Greylock McClelland then sunk one final lost]. This gives us a breather know- dropped to 7-12. free throw with 16.8 seconds to play ing we’ll be a higher seed. It’s a bet- “Anytime you win on Senior to finish off the two-point victory. ter feeling.” Night…this is the type of win I don’t Nick Ethier photos “There was a lot of pressure,” Catie Benoit (16 points, 10 think the seniors will ever forget,” Tantasqua’s Erica Norcross drives into the lane and takes a layup. McClelland said of the late game rebounds), Kim Houston (11 points, Tantasqua coach Tom Goyette said. opportunities at the free throw line. 9 rebounds), and Lucy Barrett (11 “This game was big because we’re “I had to take deep breaths and get points, 7 rebounds) all had strong looking for seeding and we could get with senior Stephanie Picking on but Siri Mason (9 points, 9 myself into the game. It was good to games in the losing effort for Mount a home game if we continue win- the bench with four fouls, and soon rebounds) answered with a layup, hit them.” Greylock. ning,” said senior Amy McClelland, after McClelland also picked up her making it 47-43. who had a game-high 17 points to go fourth. Only moments later, with With the score still at 47-43, along with 7 rebounds. about six minutes to go, Goyette Brooks drove the lane for a layup Each win does matter, as the dif- showed the trust he has in his play- and Mount Greylock threw the ball ference between 12 regular season ers and they both reentered the away on its ensuing possession. wins or 14 could make a big differen- game. Picking missed a jumper to tie the tial in the brackets. “We put them in with six minutes game in the waning moments, but The Mounties controlled play left in the fourth quarter and not the loose ball went out of bounds off early and had a 15-7 lead. The only did they last that, they lasted a Mounties player, and Tantasqua Warriors were able to get the final the four minute overtime,” said had life. basket of the first quarter and Goyette, who added that the two still With only 2.4 seconds showing on trailed 15-9, and then scored the first played fierce defense but had the the game clock, McClelland fed 11 points of the second quarter for a basketball IQ to not draw the fifth Picking inside with a perfect pass 13-0 run which gave them a 20-15 foul. and Picking did the rest, hitting a lead. With the Mounties leading 43-35, layup to force overtime. Because of the run, Tantasqua led McClelland was able to finish off an “That’s her spot and that’s what 26-21 at halftime. old fashioned three-point play to cut she does every time,” McClelland But the third quarter was similar the deficit to 43-38. Then, after a said of the inbounds play.“I look for to the first, and Mount Greylock Mount Greylock basket, Picking her first.” won quarter scoring 13-6. The also converted an old fashioned “We run a play called Box-A,” Warriors were only able to muster three-point play, bringing the score Picking added. “I go across and I four free throws and a hoop from to 45-41. screen. She passes great. I wasn’t Olivia Brooks (9 points) with 45 sec- With two and a half minutes to even focused on the time.” onds remaining. play,Picking sunk two free throws to Goyette also recalled the play say- Then the fourth quarter began bring it to a two point game, 45-43, ing, “Great assist by Amy and we

SPORTS BRIEFS HIGH SCHOOL NOTEBOOK Olivia Brooks (34) of Tantasqua looks up to make a pass over to a teammate.

Feb. 13 Tantasqua to host free Tantasqua swimming — Eight girls competed at MIT in the South/Central Sectional meet, with Erin Donovan pacing the Warriors with a third place finish in the 100 backstroke and a sixth volleyball clinic place spot in the 100 freestyle. STURBRIDGE — The Tantasqua Junior All three relay teams qualified for the upcoming state meet and High 2011 volleyball clinic will be offered for Donovan will also be participating in her freestyle and backstroke girls in grades 7-8 for three weeks in March. events. Players will learn the basic fundamental Tantasqua finished the sectional meet in 14th place. skills of volleyball (passing, setting, spiking, blocking, and serving) as well as court posi- tioning for offense and defense. No experi- 426 Worcester Rd. Helping you go from facts to decisions ence necessary as this is a fun introductory Charlton, MA 01507-1506 learning experience into the sport of volley- 508-248-1040 Fax: 508-248-3927 ball. Southbridge Overhead Door www.pedcocpa.com 154 Central St. Southbridge Tantasqua varsity volleyball coach 508.765.5551 Stephanie Rousseau will instruct the free clinic. (Please call for appt!) Sessions will be from 2-2:45 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays (March 1, 3, 8, 10, Liftmaster Stonebridge Press Doors start Openers 15, and 17) in the Junior High School gym. at $389 $15 off any repair! only $275 Villager Newspapers Signups will be located in the Junior High installed installed cafeteria and for more information please contact Coach Rousseau at [email protected]. Team Mass AAU to hold tryouts Team Mass boys’ AAU basketball will hold Newspaper Inserts are one of the best tryouts on Feb. 19, 26, and 27 at Tantasqua Junior High School. marketing tools available. Age breakdowns are as follows: Under 10, 11, and 12 from 10-11:30 a.m., under 13 and 14 Direct mailed to every home or zoned from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., and under 16 and 17 exactly where you want for a fraction of the cost from 1-2:30 p.m. Email Please bring a birth certificate, a $20 try- of direct mailing. out fee, and please arrive 15 minutes early. In case of inclement weather please check teammassboys.com for more information. The Sturbridge Charlton Villager Us! can insert your Enroll NOW 8.5”x11” insert for only $ per $ave Thousands What’s On Your Mind? We’d Like to Know. thousand We think you’re important enough to tell all our readers 38 Acusage Academy to turn to the Opinion pages and read your & Body Reflexology Letters to the Editor and Sound Offs. or we will Design, But first, you have to write us! Print and Deliver your We’ll do our best to make the space available... flyer for as little as after all, this is YOUR Newspaper! $ per If you can, put “Letter to the Editor” in the subject 75 thousand line or “Anonymous Sound Off” and send them to: Massage & Reflexology School [email protected] NEW FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE We’d Love To Hear From You! For more information call April AM or PM Classes Donna Ogle, Advertising Executive www.AcusageAcademy.com 508-909-4064 250 Main Street - Oxford MA [email protected] Call 508-987-0178 “If it’s important to you, it’s important to us!” 16 STURBRIDGE VILLAGER • Friday, February 25, 2011 TRIPS OFFERED

UNION SAINT JEAN-BAPTISTE tificates are also available. The recipient can apply Irish America’s favorite son at the Garde Arts including a luncheon at the Red Lion Inn in the gift certificate to any excursions of his/her Center in New London with front mezzanine seat- Stockbridge. Reserved seats for the 2:30 p.m. con- SOUTHBRIDGE — Council No. 12, Union Saint choice up to the face value of the certificate. Call ing for the 3:30 p.m. performance which also cert in the Koussevitsky Music Shed with the Jean-Baptiste, a non-profit fraternal, offers the fol- Ted Bartlett at 508-764-7909 for more details of any includes the Darrah Carr Irish Dancers, Kate Boston Symphony Orchestra and Bernard lowing trips. All trips are open to the public with- of the trips. If no answer, please leave a message on Purcell, vocalist; Brian Moran Musicians and Labadie, conductor, performing music of Mozart. out restrictions. You do not have to be a member of the answering machine. The possibility of addi- George Casey,Ireland’s King of Blarney.The cost is Guest performer is Benedetto Lupo, pianist. Cost USJB to attend a sponsored event. If you are inter- tional day trips may take place. Watch for these spe- $49 per person. Departure from Southbridge at 1:30 is $109 per person (motor-coach, concert, lunch- ested in any of the trips, please call for additional cial announcements. p.m. A reservation form with full payment is due eon, gratuity and taxes). A budget payment plan is information and for reservations. All trips do March 15: Forever Irish with Andy Cooney, Feb. 15. available. Departure: 8:45 a.m. from the require a reservation and a payment form. Gift cer- April 16: “Do as you wish day” in New York City. Southbridge Registry of Motor Vehicles (former- Shop for spring, attend a matinee Broadway per- ly the Senior Center), LaRochelle Way, formance, dine, visit a museum or go sightseeing. Southbridge. Deadline for reservation is July 1. The cost is $52 per person. Departure from July 9: A day visit to the National Baseball Southbridge is 6:30 a.m. and the return time is Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, New York with approximately10:30 p.m. departure from Southbridge. Cost is $64 per per- April 26-28: Red Sox vs. Baltimore Orioles at son (adult, senior, child). Limited seats are avail- Camden Yards, Baltimore, Md., for a three-day able. Reserve early. excursion that includes a visit to the Baltimore Sept. 21: "Big E Day." Southbridge departure is Inner Harbor and Marina, evening baseball game 8:45 a.m. and return time about 7 p.m. and with reserved seating, deluxe lodging for two includes admission and transportation. Cost is $34 nights at the Embassy Suites, two breakfasts, and a per person (adult, senior, child). full-day tour of Washington, D.C. Departure is Nov. 19: A Day in New York City" to do as you from Southbridge. The cost is $289 per person, dou- wish. Sightseeing, visit a museum, dine, shop, ble; $279 per person, triple; $389 per person, single; attend a matinee Broadway show, etc. Departure $229 child with two adults. A budget plan and can- from Southbridge is 6:30 a.m. with a return time cellation insurance are available. about 10:30 p.m. Cost is $52 per person. Reserve May 9-11: Red Sox vs. Blue Jays at Toronto’s early, always sold out. Rogers Centre with reserved field level seats for an Dec. 10: Festival of Christmas Lights at the afternoon game, lodging two nights at the Country LaSalette Shrine. Includes a luncheon at Wright's Inn & Suites, two breakfasts, Niagara Falls tour Farm Restaurant, concert with Fr. Pat the singing and Casino Niagara and other attractions nearby, priest, visit to the museum of international dis- and a free evening to dine, shop and enjoy. plays of Nativity sets from many countries, gift Departure is from Southbridge. Cost is $269 per shop, book shop, bistro, candle shrine, trolley ride person, double occupancy; $359 per person, single; and carousel. Cost is $39 for adults and seniors; $260 per person, triple and $229 per child with two $29 for children ages 3 to 10; free for children adults. A cancellation insurance and a budget pay- under 3 years. ment plan are available. May 15-18: Ottawa Tulip Festival. Includes FRIENDS OF STURBRIDGE three nights lodging at the Lord Elgin Hotel in SENIOR CENTER Ottawa, six meals, local guide for tour and visits to STURBRIDGE — The Friends of the Royal Canadian Mint, the Peace Tower at Sturbridge/Fiskdale Seniors present the following Center Block of Parliament, the Royal Canadian trips. Flyers available at Sturbridge Senior Center. Mounted Police Stables, the National Art Center For reservations and information, phone Tina at and a tulip cruise on the Rideau Canal and more 508-347-9028 or the Senior Center at 508-347-7575. places in Ottowa including an evening at the Make checks payable to Friends of Sturbridge Casino Lac Lleamy. Departure is from Seniors. Southbridge. The cost is $699 pp/dbl.; $649 triple or Note: Bus trips leave from Bethlehem Lutheran quad; $929 single. A budget payment plan is avail- Church, Route 131 in Sturbridge. able as well as an optional travel insurance. A valid USA Passport is needed for Canada. March 11: Celtic Nights at Venus De Milo in May 21: Russian Icon Museum with over 350 Swansea. Live from Ireland, a celebration of Irish icons and stunning exhibition of the Treasures of Music, Comedy,Song, and Dance with Tony Kenny, Moscow from the Andrew Rublev Museum located Joe Cuddy, Victoria Kenny, Sarah Rogers, and the in the historic Spaso-Androkov Monastery, most Celtic Dancers. Meal Choice of Corned Beef and never shown before in the United States. Cost is $35 Cabbage or Baked Haddock. Price is $69 per person. per person. Departure time from Southbridge April 8: Yakov Smirnoff Show and Foxwoods. TBA. Includes Casino Bonus $10 food or full buffet/$15 June 24: Boston Pops at Symphony Hall, and reserved seats for show.Price is $61 per person. Boston for the 8 p.m. concert with reserved sec- Other trips, details later. ond balcony seating. With Keith Lockhart, con- May 17: Giggle & Grins with Pete Michaels and ductor, the Boston Pops Orchestra will perform an his “Friends” at Luciano’s in Wrentham. Price is "American Icon Tribute" to composers such as $68 per person. George Gershwin, Irving Berlin, Richard Rodgers June 28: Newport Playhouse and Lobster Bake and others. The cost is $49 per person. Gift certifi- in Newport, R.I. Price is $82 per person. cates for this concert are available on request at July 21: Lobster Roll Cruise in East Dennis to 508-764-7909. Departure is at 5:30 p.m. from the cruise through Sesuit Harbor into Cape Cod Bay. Registry of Motor Vehicles (formerly the Senior Price is $67 per person. Center) at LaRochelle Way, Southbridge. Aug. 7: Pops By the Sea. 25th anniversary con- July 2-7: Nova Scotia. Seven-day excursion and cert of Boston Pops Orchestra. Keith Lockhart attendance at the Royal Nova Scotia International Conductor and a Guest Conductor. On the Hyannis Tattoo in Halifax, tour of the city, dinner and the- Village Green. Price is $62 per person. ater one evening, visit and tour of the Citadel and Sept. 20: Spend the day in Boston. Dinner at Top more, Peggy's Cove and visits to Frederickton and of the Hud Restaurant, IMax Theater, and Faneuil St. John’s New Brunswick. More specifics of this Hall. Price is $80 per person. customized excursion including cost TBA soon. October: Cabaret Lu Lu at Old Sturbridge Aug. 21: "A Sunday Afternoon at Tanglewood" Village in Sturbridge. 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*Rob Adams, 6- 9 p.m., Rovezzi’s Ristorante, GETING Route 20, Sturbridge. *Robert Oakes & Kate Smith, 8 to 10 p.m., IN Victoria Station Cafe, Putnam, Conn. *Desiree Bassett, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., J.D. TUNE Coopers, 146 Park Road, Putnam, Conn. *Big Jump, 8 p.m., The Vanilla Bean Cafe, MARK Pomfret, Conn., $10 RENBURKE *Bret Talbert, 9:30 p.m., The Gold Eagle, Route 395, Exit 94, Dayville, Conn. *Papa Joe Demaio, 4 p.m., The Club, 49 his Sunday, Feb. 27, Beatles For Sale Cottage St., Danielson, Conn. will perform a free afternoon show at the Overlook Performing Arts Center in Charlton. SUNDAY, FEB. 27 T *Blues Jam w/Bootsy and Da Funk, 3-7 p.m., This New England-based Beatles tribute Chooch’s, North Brookfield. band is committed to recreating the sounds of *Johnny Press & Ed Peabody & The Living the Beatles. The quintet came together as a Bras, 4-8 p.m., Dunny’s Tavern, East result of their love of Beatles music and Brookfield. desire to keep this music alive, and to bring it *Beatles For Sales, Masonic to a whole new generation of Beatles fans. The Health/Overlook Performing Arts Center, 2 group takes its moniker from The Beatles’ p.m., 88 Masonic Home Rd., Charlton. fourth studio album, which was released in *Bob Bloom, 4 p.m., The Vanilla Bean Cafe, late 1964 and marked a minor turning point in Pomfret, Conn., $7 the musical evolution of the band. The band *Pure Country Band, 5 to 8:30 pm, Moosup members are Joe Budroe on bass, Steve Caisse VFW, Route 14, Moosup, Conn. on lead guitar, Mike Christian on drums, *Open Mic w/Rick Harrington Band, 3 p.m., Dennis Cummins on rhythm guitar, and Dan Cady’s Tavern, 2168 Putnam Pike, West Kirouac on keyboards and guitar. You can Glocester, R.I. expect hits including “She Loves You,” “Can’t Buy Me Love,” “Eight Days A Week,” “I Want To Hold Your Hand,” and “Hey Jude” — plus TUESDAY, MARCH 1 some not often-heard cuts from The Beatles *Bill McCarthy’s Open Mic World, 7:30 pm, vast catalogue of songs. Every song in their Greendale’s Pub, Worcester. show is performed completely live, as they *Open Mic w/Brett Brumby, 6:30 p.m., Point don’t use any “sampled” music or “studio Breeze, Webster. tricks.” But don’t expect to see Beatle wigs or Sgt. Pepper suits. They feel that the most impor- WEDNESDAY, MARCH 2 tant thing about the show is the music. What you will see and hear is a fun and energetic *Wicked Wednesday Open Mic, 7:30 p.m., performance with original instrumentation The Lashaway Inn, 308 E Main Street (Route 9 and vocal harmonies that are as accurate as Westbound), East Brookfield. possible to the original Beatles. The show *Bill McCarthy’s Open Mic World, 7:30 pm, starts at 2 p.m. and opens to the public at the Beatnik’s, Worcester. Overlook Performing Arts Center located in the Masonic Health complex at 88 Masonic THURSDAY, MARCH 3 Hill Road in Charlton. On the web, www.reverbnation.com/beatlesforsale *Open Mic, 8 p.m., Statz Sports Bar & Grill, North Brookfield. *Rob Adams, 7:30 to 10:30 p.m., Carmella’s FRIDAY, FEB. 25 Italian Kitchen, Route 9, Brookfield. *Joe Macey, 7:30 p.m., Tavern on the *Bill McCarthy’s Open Mic World, 7:30 p.m., Common, Route 122A, Rutland. Beatles For Sale Junior’s Pizza, Worcester. *Rigagoo, 9 p.m., Lake Lashaway Inn, 308 *Brett Brumby, 7 p.m., Point Breeze, East Main St., East Brookfield. 7:30 p.m., First Congregational Church, 3 Inn, 308 East Main St., East Brookfield. Webster. *Eric Love/John Lyman, 8 p.m., Dunny’s Common St., Douglas, $8/under-14 free *Charlie Johnson, 8 p.m., Granville Pub, 40 *Brannon and Waters, 8 p.m., The Music Tavern, 291 East Main St., East Brookfield, *Happy Medium Band, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., J.D. Chestnut St., Spencer. Lady, Central Village, Conn. $12/$10 seniors/$5 students Cooper’s, 146 Park Road, Putnam, Conn. *Jon Bowser, 9 p.m., Cigarmasters, *Chris Huston, 9 p.m., Cigarmasters, *DJ Colt 45 with Special Guest Rapper Worcester. If you’re a live act that would like to be fea- Worcester. “Lingo”, 8 p.m., Pyzzz, 8 Harris, St., Putnam, * Bill McCarthy, 8:30 p.m., Chuck’s tured, know of someone else who is, or simply *Jog o’Punch, 8 p.m., Fiddler’s Green, Conn. Steakhouse, Route 20, Auburn. want to let us know about an upcoming gig, Worcester. *Joe Macey, 7:30 p.m., Guiseppe’s Grille, email me at the address below. Events must be Northboro. within 10 miles of the readership area and sub- *Rob Adams, 7-11 p.m., The Ugly Duckling, SATURDAY, FEB. 26 Sturbridge. *A Herd of Cats, 7:30 p.m., Rockdale mitted to me by 7 p.m. Thursday of each week to *Whiskey Hill, 8 p.m., Wales Irish Pub, *Mike Lamas, 7:30 p.m., Tavern on the Congregational Church, 42 Fowler Road, be printed the following week’s papers. Keep the Wales. Common, Route 122A, Rutland. Northbridge. music live and not so quiet! E-mail Mark: *The Blackstone Valley Bluegrass Band, *Laurie and Cliff, 9 p.m., Lake Lashaway *Rigagoo, 9 p.m., Admiral T.J. O’ Brien’s, 407 [email protected] Main Street, Sturbridge. A Delicious Way To Help Improve The World

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SHORT SALE open house OPEN HOUSE SUN 12-2 listed in this directory A custom built Colonial with architectural roof shingles, hardwood Custom built colonial w/ hardwood floors throughout the floors in kitchen, dining room, living room, center isle in totally entire house, maple cabinets and granite countertops, gas applianced kitchen with stainless steel appliances, central air, fireplace... oversized garage... 40' farmers porch... 20' deck... please contact Sandy walkout basement with sliders offers potential to finish lower open field surrounds the home. Ideal location for golfer in level...oversized deck...fantastic neighborhood and easy access to close proximity to golf course... MUST VIEW INTERIOR! SPA- major highways...tasteful throughout...private country living...yet CIOUS ROOMS... quality... convenient location. 8 Jonathan Pass Call Jo-Ann 508-943-7669 433 East Thompson Rd. Call Jo-Ann 508-943-7669 @ 1-508-909-4110 DUDLEY-$320,000 DUDLEY-TOBIN FARMS-$369,900

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Stunning 4 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath Colonial. This home features a Several plans to choose from or select a plan and we fireplaced living room, formal dining, eat in kitchen with stainless steel appliances, hardwoods floors, large open entryway, sliders, will price it out..lot reservation needed and meet with MMOOVVEE french doors to deck and an in-ground pool, master suite with builder and architect..only 3 lots left in this subdivision. YOUR HOUSE WITH walk in closet, 2 car garage, and professionally landscaped proper- Lot 33 Tobin Farms Call Maria 508-873-9254 THE CLASSIFIEDS ty. Truly a one of a kind home. No need for a vacation, it's all right here! 162 Dudley Oxford Rd. Call Laurie Sullivan 508-525-0611 PUTNAM CT-$99,900 When it comes to moving WEBSTER-REDUCED $199,900 real estate, the Classifieds is one hot property! Get things moving by calling us today! SHORT SALE 1-800-536-5836 PEN HOUSE SUN 1-3 O • Houses for Sale • Apartments for Rent • Roomates Wanted Webster, Conveniently Located Spacious Ranch. Quick access to "Short Sale" Beautiful Townhouse w/2 bedrooms, 1.5 • Office Shares Rte 395.This Well Maintained 3Bdrm, 2Bath Home Features a baths, open concept kitchen to dining to livingroom, Family Room with fireplace, 3 Season Patio, Finished basement, SELL IT IN adding more living space to this already spacious home. It even 2nd floor laundry. 1 car under garage, private location has a fenced in yard for the family pets. Come See, Come Buy, w/2 parking spots and very private. Come Home. Title 5 in hand. 69 Perry St.-Unit 131 Call Tony 508-451-0471. 21 Tanner Rd. Call Sophie Diaz 508-328-4921 4 • THE VILLAGER • Friday, February 25, 2011

300 East Main Plaza • Webster, MA 01570 • Licensed in MA and CT • Thinking of Selling your home? Melinda Titus-Radomski 508-243-2251 www.melindatitus.com Thinking of buying a home? View Homes and Foreclosures online at R Licensed in MA & CT Call me, I work for you! www.melindatitus.com E NEW $500 CASH $500 CASH WATERFRONT TO BUYER. A TO BUYER. PROPERTY CONSTRUCTION OPEN HOUSE - 4 GROVELAND ST. SAT. & SUN. 12PM-2PM WEBSTER: MUST SELL! Not OXFORD WATERFRONT - WEBSTER $239,900 Mint New DUDLEY - $239,500 - Bigger DUDLEY $319,900 Stunning 8 WEBSTER 4 Units $279900 WEBSTER $145,000 - great L – 4 Units Under $280K! a foreclosure! Must sell! Nice $299,900 - Oversized 7 rm 3 br Construction! Upper School St., Than it Appears! Spacious Rm, 3 Br, 2.5 Bath, 2,886 Sq. Ft. investment property! Long home needs a little tlc, 5 years Raised Ranch w/Central A/C, 5 Room, 3 Bedroom, 2 Full Bath 1872 sq ft 8 Rm 5 Br 2 Bath Colonial with 1/2 Acre and 2 New Roof, Newer Finished lower level has full bath- Ranch with Huge Walkout cape in good location on a Oversized Garages. Appliances, Windows, vinyl siding, term tenants! Rents pay the old finished basement, 3 Updated Bathrooms & bathrooms, 4 brs, family rm. room w/Granite Countertops, Basement! Central Heat, Maple Cul-De-Sac, HDWDS, C/T & Ceramic Tile, Granite, mortgage! Make an offer! 2 laundry area, Office, Family Rm, Hardwood Floors, Fully Kitchens, de-lead certifi- Large yard. 2 garages and Carpet Flooring, Cabinet Hardwoods, Fireplaced Family cates, fully rented, town family with replacement win- Utility Rm & 1 Bedroom. Main Applianced, Flexitec Inlay, Rough Packed Kitchen, Appliances, Room, Huge 24’x27’ Great deck $208,900. level has a F/P Living Rm, 2 slid- Plumbed in Basement, Good Size water & sewer, Huge yard, dows, new boiler, vinyl siding, Central Vacuum, Security Room, Master Bedroom Suite off street parking, Fully E ers 2 Decks, 2 BRs, 24x27 Great Front and Back Yards, Dead End town services, 2 garages, Room, 2 Car Garage, HDWD, C/T Street, Town Water & Sewer, Ice System, Town sewerage, with Full Bath. Storage, Dead Rented. This property is Garage, Lg Basement close to shopping. fenced huge yard. Appliances. S and Carpet Fls Skating Pond a Must See! End Street. A Must See!

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A OXFORD $125,000. 2 SOUTHBRIDGE $229,000 - Spacious WEBSTER $138,900 DUDLEY $289,900 mint 7 rm 3-4 WEBSTER $199,900 - SHREWSBURY – Waterfront $559,900 - WEBSTER-Garage for Rent- br custom built ranch on 2.72 The ONLY WATERFRONT Income Property $1400 mo Operational with 2 6 room 3 bedroom 2 bath Ranch w/ Nicely Renovated Income on Beautiful Lake Quinsigamond In Br Ranch with In-Law Beautiful 3 Br 2 Bath acres! This home is a must see! garage bays, reception area, Open Floor Plan, Cabinet Packed Private 350' driveway. Gourmet Producing 3 Family! New Shrewsbury, 75' of Waterfront, Southern Apartment on .64 Kitchen, Granite Countertops & Center Condo with Fireplace, kitchen with cherry cabinets, stain- Exposure and Fabulous Sunsets! This private office, restroom, utili- T Kitchens, Bathrooms, property has 5 two bedroom units. ty room, sprinkler system, acres, Title V in Hand, Island, HDWD, C/T & CarpetFlrs, Recessed Lights, less steel appliances, granite coun- Hardwood Floors, New Windows, New tertops & center island, hdwd Ceramic Tile & Hardwood parking Appliances. Dining Rm, sliders & Heating System, each unit has a thermo- Dead End St, Nice Lot Crown Molding, HDWD, floors throughout, master bath Floors, New Roof (5yrs). 1 stat, Separate Electricity, storage and laun- Garage for Sale-$425,000 or Nutrition professionals say healthful diets can deck, Master Bedroom has a Full w/jacuzzi tub & ceramic tile, 2 E Needs some TLC Carpet & C/T flrs, yr old gas boiler, Laundry dry are located in the basement. The yard best offer 2 bay garage with include the occasional sweet treat. Bathroom, Foyer, Part. Finished garages, gorgeous lighted enter- is large and has a boat dock, sandy beach full office, extra store front, 3 Close in 30-45 days Basement, 2 car garage & Yard Close Laundry Rm, Storage, taining back yard w/waterfall, Hook Ups, Appliances, and grilling area, 4 Garages, Ample off firepit, aboveground pool, shed, parking street parking and the property is bedroom apartment, storage, to Rt 20 yard & Parking privacy and good location Parking, Town Services located on a Dead End Street. parking, town services Sweet News About Sugar

(NAPS) If, like many people, you’ve begun to wonder whether eating sugar affects health, there may be good news for you. First, you’re far from alone. Almost every- one enjoys sugars and the occasional sweet treat. In fact, a fondness for sweet taste is pres- ent from birth and liking sweet tastes is in part determined by your genes. Next, you should know that there are many types of sugars and the terms used to describe sugars can be confusing. Sugars are carbohy- drates, which serve as the main energy source for the body.They occur both naturally and as ingredients in many foods. The most familiar sugar is sucrose (what’s called “table sugar”), which is made of two simple sugars, fructose and glucose. Fruits and vegetables naturally contain fructose and glucose. Other sugars used in foods include agave nectar,corn syrup, high-fructose corn syrup, honey, invert sugar, lactose (that is, milk sugar) and other syrups. Research suggests that the body does not distinguish between sugars added to foods (the sugar found in a sweet roll) and naturally occurring sugars (the sugar found in fruit, fruit juice or milk). Regardless of the name or source, sugars contribute about the same 4 calories per gram to the diet as do protein and complex carbohydrates. Health professionals recommend that peo- ple who consume sugar do so in moderation as part of a healthful diet that provides the appropriate amount of daily calories. For peo- ple trying to manage their weight, regular exercise and keeping an eye on calories are essential—and that includes calories from dietary fats, protein and carbohydrates such as sugar.People who are very physically active burn more calories, so they can add more calo- ries to their diet in any form they choose— from dairy products, meats, vegetables, fruits and the occasional sweet treat. To sum it up, it’s generally best to enjoy all EMERSON REALTORS things in moderation, including sugar. Learn More For more nutrition and food safety informa- The Market Leader tion, you can visit the International Food Maher Real Estate Maher Real Estate AUBURN: 16 Mill St. 5 Information Council Foundation’s website at WEBSTER Lake pre- Visit Century21Maher.com for mier waterfront in Bedrooms, 1.5 Baths, .55 www.foodinsight.org. prime location at acre of level land. All Massachusetts homes for sale! Treasure Island. Tri- Waiting for your level 10 steps from updates. Home is zoned the water. Great residential or general industry. Come views, 6 rooms, 2 bedrooms, visit and bring your vision to this solid fireplace plus boat slip bones home (1512 sq ft GLA). Listed LEGALS NEW LISTING REDUCED $399,900. for $168,916 Call Kevin Maher 508-450-4219 Call Beth Johnson 774-289-6437 Sandy NOTICE OF AN INITIAL SITE Loughlin DUDLEY - 31 Wayne "JUST SOLD" Ranch INVESTIGATION AND TIER II 508-769-2605 – 5 Rm. home w/ cathedral liv- Duplex - Mortgage helper! Own for ing and dining areas, custom built in less than your rent! 6+ rooms and 3 Avenue - Freshly Happy Buyers CLASSIFICATION music system, kitchen w/ breakfast area, bedrooms each side, owners side has painted 3 bedroom, & Happy Sellers lower level family room, wainscoating, family rm. addition w/gas frplc, and 6 Charlton Street skylights, farmers porch & deck! additional bath w/laundry hook-ups. 1.5 bath split entry Want Results? Exclusively at Century 21 Maher Real Estate Sturbridge, Massachusetts Exclusively at Century 21 Maher Real Estate $228,000 Call: 508-832-5831 ranch with garage on Merino $209,000 Call: 508-832-5831 Give me a call! RTN 2-17787 Pond. Just move in! Quiet dead Pursuant to the Massachusetts end street. Now $215,000. Contingency Plan (310 CMR 40.0480), an Call Mary Cox 508-735-7061 Claire M. Earley 508-208-1395 Initial Site Investigation has been performed EW LISTING PEN HOUSE at the above referenced location. N O OXFORD - 4 Bdr, 2 SAY GOODBYE TO YOUR full BA, 1600+ GLA, LANDLORD! You could own Detections of petroleum hydrocarbons have Sat 2/26 • 11-1pm Ron Open FL plan, Room this lovely 2 bedroom, 1-1/2 been observed at this location which is a 105 Monadnock Rd bath townhouse on Grafton Garabedian Victorian – 6 Rm., 3 Br. home. Ranch - 4 Br. 3 1/2 Ba. custom home for expansion. For Hill. Nicely updated and ready disposal site (defined by M.G.L. c. 21E, 508-615-5058 Beautiful woodwork including, hard- in desirable West side. Granite siding the active family for you to move right in. Section 2). This site has been classified as wood floors, wainscoting, crown mold- hardwood floors, updated Kit & Ba. Tier II, pursuant to 310 CMR 40.0500. ing & built-ins. Updated bath & kitchen Huge finished basement w/ full bath & looking for more space. Great Garage, laundry & storage on the w/ marble floor. laundry. Commuter location in the 1st level. Close to T-station, Rt. 20 Response actions at this site will be con- Exclusively at Century 21 Maher Real Estate Exclusively at Century 21 Maher Real Estate & 290. ONLY $95,000 $129,000 Call: 508-832-5831 $339,900 Call: 508-832-5831 country! $254,900 ducted by Red Star Oil Company. who has Call Donna Caissie 508-277-8862 Call Lynn Kapinos 508-868-5651 employed Jeffrey A. Curtis, Licensed Site Professional, to manage response actions LEICESTER Retiring AUBURN Beautiful in accordance with the Massachusetts after 40+ years. Full 4 bedroom 21/2 OPEN HOUSE bath Colonial with Contingency Plan (310 CMR 40.0000). service dive shop updated kitchen with heated 24’ x 48’ M.G.L. c. 21E and the MCP provide addi- Ann Marie Sun 2/27 • 11-1pm and Baths! Wide 14 Hunter Ln • Sturbridge x 12’ indoor pool pine floors through- tional opportunities for public notice of and Sorensen Colonial - Colonial - 8 Rm, 4 Br. Saltbox. 6 Rm, 3 Br. Saltbox. plus 8 room 3 bdrm resi- out, nice open floor plan. 2- involvement in decisions regarding 508-612-8647 Beautiful Young spacious home. Cherry Beautiful home on 1+ acres in Cul De and stainless Kitchen w/ island. Sac. Wide pine floors, frplcd. LR, gran- dence. $1.2 million. car garage. Move-in condi- response actions at the disposal sites: 1) Fireplaced family room, Hdwds, first ite kitchen, master bedroom w/vaulted tion. $334,900 The Chief Municipal Officer and Board of floor office. 2 car garage. ceiling and jetted bath. Exclusively at Century 21 Maher Real Estate Exclusively at Century 21 Maher Real Estate Call Tally Sundstrom 508-450-1781. Call Kerstin Bean 508-873-5186 Health of the community in which the site is $375,000 Call: 508-832-5831 $267,000 Call: 508-832-5831 AUBURN: Outstanding AUBURN: Quality located will be notified of the major mile- Home has It all.! Master Get your Salesperson License custom home by stones and events, pursuant to 310 CMR Welcome Back before classroom hours double in June!! suite 3 dbl closest over- 40.1403; and 2) Upon receipt of a petition of Next Class: March 21-April 1, 2011 size bath, 3 season Emerson Homes, the to Real Estate! Contact: Andrea 508-832-5831 Ext.11 porch 12x28, inground area's most respect- ten of more residents of the municipality in pool, 4 bedrooms. Huge Formerly of Century 21 E-mail: [email protected] which the disposal site is located, or of a farmers porch, formal dining & ed Builder. Ready to (Ask about our class rebate!) pick your colors in this 3 Br, 2 1/2 municipality potentially affected by the dis- Sharon Davolio King & King living room, plus fireplaced fam. room super lot w/ acre bath, 2 car garage open floor plan. 508-930-1259 posal site, a plan for involving the public in $539,900. Last home In Prospect Hill Estates. decisions regarding response actions will 508-832-5831 www.C21Maher.com Call Kate Maher 508-631-5814 $365,900 be prepared and implemented, pursuant to 1-800-563-7019 www.century21maher.com Oak Ridge Estates, Leicester • Starting $ 239,900 310 CMR 40.1405. [email protected] *Licensed in MA & CT To obtain more information on this disposal Areas Premier site and the opportunities for public involve- Active Adult ment during its remediation, please contact Community With Mr. Jeffrey Curtis, Response GOT A HOUSE Quality Custom Homes Environmental, Inc., 7 Henry Street, Worcester, Massachusetts, 01604 at 508- FOR SALE? Call Any Emerson Realtor For Details & Model Home Viewing 795-0110 Ext. 206. www.emersonrealtors.net February 25, 2011 Look for that new home in our real estate section. FEBRUARY 23, 2011 ☎ TOWN-TO-TOWN CLASSIFIEDS ☎ A STONEBRIDGE PRESS PUBLICATION ☎ 1

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2008 Acura TSX 2007 Buick Terraza CXL 2005 Cadillac Escalade 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt LS 2008 Acura TSX with Luggage rack, 7 passenger with luggage rack- roof ONLY 30,353 miles. Power sun $ seating, remote keyless entry, mounted, power heated $ $ /Moonroof, Heated mirrors, Leather 19,900 Cruise, Theft-Deterrent System, Call folding mirrors, Power 19,900 8,995 wrapped tilt/telescoping steering wheel Universal Home remote, On-Star ... Heated Seats, Power windows, with remote cruise Power Door Locks

2008 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 2008 Chevrolet Malibu LS w/1LS 2004 Chevrolet Suburban LT 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe LT sharp black exterior with sharp with sun/moonroof with $ black interior... Sun/Moon Roof, $ $ Luggage rack with side rails, Leather, Power windows, 18,900 Call 23,900 15,900 heated mirrors, running boards, door locks, windows... On-Star Availability AM/FM/CD/MP3

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2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac XLT 4X4 2007 Ford Focus SE 2006 Ford Super Duty F-350 SRW Lariat 4WD 2007 GMC Acadia SLT Imagine the fun you will have 2007 Ford Focus SE .... black mesh $ Leather seats, POWER door $ driving this 2007 Ford $ grille with chrome surround, AM/FM/ locks, mirrors, seats, windows, $ Explorer Sport Trac - XLT, Black roof CD/MP3 Player with 4 Speakers, 2 L 4. 22,900 19,900 9,999 Cruise/Tilt, chromed steel front 30,900 rails, AM/FM/CD/MP3 player, Keyless Cylinder engine, rear defrost, bumper entry, Class II trailer SecuriLock ...

2000 Harley Davidson xl1200 2008 Honda Accord LX 2007 Honda Accord EX 2003 Honda Civic LX $ $ $ sun/moon roof, Power Mirrors, A/C with 4,900 17,900 15,900 Micron air-filtration system, AM/FM/CD with Call 4 speakers, 1.7 L 4 Cylinder Engine

2006 Honda Pilot EX 2008 Hyundai Sonata GLS 2007 Infiniti G35 G35x 2007 Infiniti M35 Roof side rails, 2nd -3rd row 60/40 Power sun/moonroof, $ $ Heated seats, 7" color Bluetooth wireless $ split flat folding seats, remote LCD display $ keyless entry, remote fuel filler door 18,900 13,900 26,900 technology, AM/FM/ MP3/ 6 disc 23,900 release, AM/FM/CD CD changer ...

2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited X 2008 Mazda CX-7 Sport 2008 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SE Side Air Bags, Skyview panoramic sun/ Easy Folding soft $ moonroof, rear spoiler, leather $ Call Call 20,600 wrapped sport steering wheel 19,900 with illuminated audio controls

HOURS: Mon-Thurs 9-7 • Fri 9-6 508.832.8886 Sat 9-6 • Sun 11-4 www.midstateautogroup.com 2 ☎ TOWN-TO-TOWN CLASSIFIEDS ☎ A STONEBRIDGE PRESS PUBLICATION ☎ February 23, 2011 Town-to-Town CLASSIFIEDS HOME TOWN SERVICE, BIG TIME RESULTS TO PLACE YOUR AD VISIT US ONLINE CALL www.towntotownclassifieds.com TOLL FREE 1-800-536-5836 Antique Crawford Boys Bedset 010 FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE Parlor Stove 2 Solid Maple Bureaus, 010 FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE Square Model, 1 Desk With Hutch Dated 1919. Book Case (10) Wooden 2500 When Refurbished, COINS Computer Desk Doors Sears Organ Corner Style Soild Wood Interior Blinds Sports Cards Sells For $3800 $100 State Quarters 15” x 59.5” Mostly Stars & Rookies Asking $1400 Still In Bank Rolls! Natural Maple Finish (1) 78”x18” Baseball, Football, Hockey, (Un-Refurbished) Curio Cabinet Complete Set, ‘P’ & ‘D’ 36.5”Hx54.75”Wx53”D $15 Triple Track Basketball, And More! $300 $175 FIRM (1) 78”x30” 508-873-7348 774-232-0407 Storm Windows $50 Dining Room Set Chair Exterior Prehung Steel-Clad (5) 28” x 54” 508-476-7250 Wood Core 32” x81” With 508-864-9223 Table, 4 Chairs, Coleman Electric Caresoft Upholstery, (6) 28” x 50” Hutch & Server Looks Like Leather. 65” x 17” Glass Panel (1) 25.5” x 34.5” Antique Victorian 3-Wheel Electric $300 Generator $65 FIRM $30 (11) Old Wooden Paying Top 8pc. Black Marble 5000W, 10HP 508-867-9786 Twin Mattress $425 Windows Windows With Glass Handicap Scooter Fireplace Set And Frame Dollar Has New Batteries, Computer/TV (4) Double-Pane Sunroom 508-987-3796 Mantle Surround $50 Stihl Chainsaw Tinted, 47” x 31” For Silver Coins, Lightweight, Great For Good Condition MS290, 20” 508-612-2623 Foxwoods Or Travel. Sectional Armoire Silver Dollars, Best Offer For Both Rust X-Chain. $75 508-949-7608 Gold Coins, $500 $325 (2) 350 Chevy 508-987-6395 Leave Message $100 Circa-1955 Paper Money. 860-923-2987 Mirrored Coffee Table Craftsman Air Double Window Marine 400HP $40 Stereo Console New, Vetter High Pro 4 Banks Recommend Us! 4 Winter Snow Compressor $50 Race Motors Tires Antiques Wood Office Desk And Chair 5HP, 20 Gallon, Extras. With Screens. We Travel To You! $200 $150 MAKE AN OFFER! Measures 76”Long With Aluminum Intake 215-70R-15 Excellent Condition 508-347-3193 Manifolds And Holly FREE Honest Appraisals Mounted & Balanced On Antique Stepback Kitchen 508-987-2502 Reddy Air Heater 61”High Carburetors. Good For Either Steel Wheels. Cabinet. Lots Of Storage $650 OBO Rebuilds, Or Parts Engine We Operate By The Kerosene, 65k BTU Contemporary Golden Rule! Used Only One Season! With Work Surface. $40 Call 508-259-8805 $1500 For The Pair Asking $85 Each 48”Lx21”Dx77.5”H Brand New Lamps Call 508-259-8805 508-234-7930 $575 14” Chrome Traveling Sprinkler L&L Coin $20 Twin Bedframe Drawtite Trailer (2)25 Ft. & Antique French Provincial Knock-Off Rims Call Tom 42” Wide China Cabinet Spray Doc Coffee Table Hitch (2)18 Foot 508-450-1282 With New Radial Tires! Drawtite Class 3/4 Trailer Mitsubishi TV Glass Doors, Underneath $125 EACH 3 Gallon All In Great Condition Storage. Hitch For Sale. 2” Receiver. Parking Lot Medallion HD 1080p (Set Of 4 Available) $10 508-987-2502 Great Shape, Rarely Used. Not Wall Mounted, 47.5”Lx14.75”Dx70”H 508-885-1071 Light Posts 18 Foot Fiberglass $375 586-419-1040 BEST OFFER With Speaker. Coolant System 508-868-1619 w/Double Lamps Boat Good Condition. Brand New Juki New $1200 508-765-6067 Coleman 1/4HP 208/230V 3-Phase Pictures Emailed 21 Foot Cabin Boat Asking $500 Offers Welcome Commercial Powermate 6-Gallon Flood-Type On Request 508-764-8330 508-248-9248 $300 New (See www.drawtite.com Aluminum Toolbox ARCTICWEAR Sewing Machine 5000W Generator $150 OBO Model #75079 For Details) (6) HEPA Filters For Pickup Truck 454 350HP Walking Foot, Table, Motor, Snowmobile Thinsulate 110V/220V, 20A. 120V 6-Gallon Flood-Type 1/3HP, 120V Fiberglass Cap Marine Engine Jacket, Liner, Bibpants. All Accessories. Well Maintained. Dresser, Chest 2x4 Area Output Beautiful Machine. Coolant System For Truck Complete & Running. Women’s Medium. 10HP Briggs & Stratton $300 New & Nightstand Floor Or Wall-Mount “Like New” Paid $1600 Engine. Recent New Cultivator Includes Alternator, Power Will Sell For $1000 OBO $150 OBO Great For Woodworking Steering Pump, Raw Water $175 OBO Magneto. Wrought-Iron Sunroom Area. With Motor Only Used Once Runs Well. Used For Call 5pm-8:30pm Furniture Pump, Etc. 508-341-6941 Cost New $1000 Band Saw $3500 BOSSCAT Helmet Power Outages. 508-867-6546 (Sofa/Chair/Ottoman) Sell For $125 Each OBO On Stand Call 508-259-8805 With Fog-Reducing 3-Way $450 FIRM Brunarhans 508-320-0133 Wrought-Iron Glass-Top Call 5pm-8:30pm Vapor Control System. 12-Gun Hutch-Style Couch NEW Lawnmower 8 Month Old Unisex Small. Navy Blue Leather Table w/6 Chairs 508-867-6546 $150 OBO Gun Cabinet Colonial Wood Fishing Rods Green Couch $1000 OBO Wooden Dinette Set 1 Pair A/R With Reels 508-783-3825 $500 Hutch and Base w/6 Chairs 3 Cushions, With Three 774-230-6152 Bookshelf Speakers 508-278-2684 Large Back Pillows, Plus Beautiful Antique Dry Bar Honey Pine finish. Country-Style $125 Other Pillows To Match. With 2 Stools Asking $350 Custom-Made Dining Room Hutch 508-764-1439 18-Foot Pool Paid $1600 Hutch All Oak Antique Czech Asking $500 Wrought Iron Side Tables w/Locking Steps Purchased At $500 Crystal Set And Much More 1 Qt. Stanley $800 OBO 508-949-6993 Brimfield Flea Market. Pot Rack Paid $950 Scuba Gear Valued at over $1800. All In Excellent Condition 508-473-6350 Hand cut, very ornate. 18 Inch Diameter. Thermos 80-Gallon Ruud Asking $500 Tanks, Wetsuit, BC, Fins, $90 508-764-8441 Brand New 1930’s Antique Regulator With Octopus, Etc. Appraised. 508-344-2675 $16 Electric Water Please Call $300 Will sell for $900 Wrought Iron Hand-Painted Heater 508-764-6825 Call (508)943-6367 Single-Panel Electric Emerson Microwave 860-779-6171 Fireplace Screen Small, Runs Great Decorative 3 Years Old. Beautiful Large Dentist’s Chair $20 Excellent Condition Cameras Commercial 31” x 39” Full Lift & Tilt. Would Washtub $400 Vintage 50’s $70 Make A Great Tattoo Chair. Full-Size Sofabed Asking $175 508-341-6669 Several 35MM Cameras Central Air Bedroom Set Cannons & Pentex. Andirons $250 OBO Black 508-765-0342 $500 Conditioning Unit 508-987-6395 $150 9’ Fisher Also: Cools 10,000 Sq.Ft. $25 12-Cup Mr. Coffee 2 Grayish Heavy Duty Electric Recliner 8MM Movie Cameras $500 Electric Rascal $150 Tripods 508-347-9016 Runs Great Bucket Seats Highway Plow Lots Of Extras! (4)Antique Leather Wheelchair $10 Marble-Top End Tables Fit In 1999 Plymouth Minivan With Blade $300 For The Lot Chairs Desk Large, Never Been Used. Slipcover For Loveseat Excellent Condition & Coffee Table $25 Each $1500 Set up for backhoe or truck Call After 4pm $70 Sand/Suede, Never Used $70 Each $550 $150 For The Set Solid Wood, Glass Or Both For $100 508-987-5515 (2)Antique Pub Tables Old Tavern Table $12 All In Excellent Condition. & Wood Top 42” x 76”, Over 100 Years Old! 508-885-3136 Used 15” Monitor With Cast Iron Bases Base 32” x 59”, 6 Drawers Slipcover For Sofa $15 508-885-3717 Carpet/Tile $25 Each $400 Sand/Suede, Never Used 860-888-5207 508-987-9211 $15 Call (508)461-9097 Biolet Composting Tools Baby Bed Slant-Top Desk Floor Roller(75lbs) $20 Diamond Ring Over 100 Years Old Computer Desk AC & DC WELDER Toilet Gents 14K Yellow & White Laminate Kit All Best Offer In Perfect Condition In Great Shape 180-140 Great For Cabins! Gold. Center Diamond $300 $40 2 Pianos $250.00 Small Wetsaw 860-774-8008 90/100 Surrounded By Both In Excellent Condition $600 508-764-8801 (2)Small Pet Carriers Undercut Saw 6 03/100 Diamonds. Price Includes Tuning & Electric Wood Splitter Whole-House Ventilator Small Electric Welder All Fine Brilliance Brand New, Still In Packages Move To 1st Floor Location 6-ton Mod $25 26 Year Old Appraisal Was Electrical Material $7/Carrier In Worcester County. $300.00 Call For Prices Commercial $5560 Industrial, Commercial, Please Call (3) Antique Wood Windows 508-579-4392 Residential (2)Suitcases $75 Each Will Sell For Same Now! Carry-On With Strap 508-885-3705 Irish Parlor Heater Equipment 774-232-0407 Wire, Pipe, Fittings, Relays, $12 14”, Wood, Air Tight, Small Shutters Cedar Rocker Slush Puppy Machine, Coils, Overloads, Fuses, Blue Met. $4 Each In Excellent Condition. Upright Freezer (2 Door), Dining Room Breakers, Meters, Bigger Carry-On 2-Door Soda Cooler, Punches, Pipe-Benders. With Wheels $300.00 413-245-7388 Asking $80 2005 Husqvarna Call 508-756-2607 Chicken Barb., Counter Grill, Table $18 Solid Wood, 8 Chairs, New Recessed Troffer GTH2548 Call Joe at Childcraft Donut Machine, Counters. Flourescent 3-Tube Conair Foot Massage 1-508-278-3211 Coffee Table Each piece for $150.00 2 Leafs. $750 OBO T-8 277V Fixtures $20 Garden Tractor Sleigh Crib With Matching End Tables All Must Go ASAP! Enclosed With Koeler 25HP V-Twin $200 $40 508-278-7522 Air Compressor & Tools $56 Each 508-410-6017 Command Commercial Angle Iron Cutter Antique Oak China 413-245-1241 $300 OBO Call 5pm-8:30pm Antique Singer Engine. Less Than 100 Hours For Shelving 508-867-6546 Use. 48” Deck, Newly Closet (1940’s) Coin-Operated 508-885-0159 Sewing Serviced. Includes 4W296, HK Potter 2790 Asking $300 Commercial Craftsman Dump Trailer. 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110 NOVENAS 215 CAMPING 010 FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE towards me and my loved Stateline ones. Persons must pray the Camp Resort Electronics Invacare Pronto Living Room Sofa Prom Dress St. Joseph’s Wedding prayer three consecutive New - Size 4 days without asking your Killingly CT Huge Speakers M51 Power & Chair Basilica Books Ring Set wish. After the third day, Weekend Activities, Rec. Paid $500 Each Ethan Allen. Sturdy Lifetime Beautiful Paisley Multi-Print “Our Gift Our Legacy: wish will be. Then promise to With White Background. 14c Gold Hall, Adult Club House, Asking $300 For Pair Indoor/Outdoor Frame, Excellent Quality. “Our First 100 Years” publish this dialogue as soon Fishing, Pool, Shady & Floral Pattern, Country Spaghetti Straps. Beautiful Diamond Sony Surround-Sound Power Blue Couch/Fold Out Bed Setting, Size 7 1/2. as this favor is granted Sunny Sites, Camp Store. Styling. Purchased From David’s A.M.W. System Wheelchair Bridal For $200 Slight Damage $700 $1500 Solid Wood Coffee Asking $100 Please Call For Details, $250 Sure Step Technology & End Table Antique Beige Kitchen Antique Amethyst After 4PM That Automatically 508-278-6693 Range 130 YARD SALES 508-476-7382 Set Of 4 Speakers Over $3500 New Ring $300 Adjust To Keep All Six By White Warner Wheels On The Ground $800 Steals It! Refinished Chairs Appx. 110 Years Old Large Square Lavender DEADLINE FOR 260 COLLECTIBLES Call 508-949-7040 At All Times. High-Back Call 508-949-7040 Natural Or Painted Finish, 508-943-4565 YARD SALE Van Seat, Deep Blue Some Decorated. Stone, Beautiful Filigree Authentic Pearl Base. The LIVINGROOM SET Very Reasonable! Stereo Setting. Size 8. SUBMISSIONS ELECTRONICS $300 Cadillac Of Power Couch, Chair, and Loveseat 508-764-4493 Credenza Cabinet IS 1:30PM MONDAY Revolutionary (Sturbridge, MA) Wheelchairs. Mauve and Teal Blue 508-234-4137 FOR ALL MASS. MSRP $3500 With Radio War Historic SAMSUNG LN52A850 Colonial Print on Light Tan SERIOUS In Good Condition WEEKLY PAPERS Selling For $2000 Background. *Deadlines Subject To Autographs LCD 1080p HDTV BUYERS & Call 10am-7pm Wheel Horse Genuine Original Signature FIRM Asking $800 508-885-6831 Change Due To Holidays 52”, Slim 1.9” Thin 508-410-1784 508-476-7096 COLLECTORS Lawn Tractor Call For More Info. Autographs Of 120Hz RSS Webster, MA All Kinds Of Collectibles! Model 257H, With 37” American Hero Icons. $3099 Storm Door George Washington $2600 MAPLE DINING May Be Seen 30” x 80” Mower Deck. Hydrostatic YARD SALE $1799 By Appointment. Transmission Not Working. Benjamin Franklin $2600 ROOM SET. Never Used. With All Parts. Church Yard Sale With Thomas Jefferson $1200 Jukebox Owned by Call 508-765-0812 Paid $108 Excellent 17HP Kawasaki SONY VCR/VHS Ask For Gloria Engine And Body. Baked Goods All Have Certificates Of For Sale 92-year-old woman. Sell For $59 Authenticity. SLV-780HF Six chairs, table, copper- $325 OBO Church of The Reconciliation $199 1951 Rowe AMI Shed Door 508-476-5007 Clear Signatures lined dry sink and hutch. ALSO: 5 North Main Street 508-476-1068 $99 Model “D” 40 $300.00. Interior Bi-Fold Doors Metal Door Webster, MA Excellent Condition. Very good condiiton. Some Lumber Saturday, 2/26/11 Converted To Play 45’s. With 15 Glass Lites, WHIRLPOOL SONY DSC-H1 Call 508-397-3008 MORE! Left Or Right Hang. 8am-4pm Comic Books Digital Camera Holds 20 Records. $15 Each Spare Tubes & Service $40 GLASS-TOP Lots Of Good “Stuff!” Bought By Collector $299 Miscellaneous 508-248-1951 All Proceeds Support $179 Manual. Great Sound, Call Richard ELECTRIC RANGE Pre-1970’s, All Kinds, Real Solid Wood. Items 508-885-9046 $275 The Church All Conditions, $2000 Shoprider Scooter SONY FX330 Head Skis, $1000 Sylvania Record Frigidaire Top-Mount High Prices Paid 774-200-0501 Bindings & Poles Practically New! 860-779-0265 Video Camcorder Player Refrigerator $299 Never Used! Men’s Suit $225 200 GEN. BUSINESS $149 $150 Exponent 4/40, Solid State, Emerson Microwave Kawai Organ Size 42 Regular, Black, New! On Original Stand. NFL Autographed With All Instruments. Pioneer & Technics $100 $25 BOSE LIFESTYLE 35 Stereo Components 1960’s or 1970’s, 203 SNOWMOBILES Helmet Collection Books, Lamp & Headphones Very Retro! All White, Good Condition. Five Ridell Team Helmets SOUND SYSTEM Included. Best Offer Other Items Dishes, Small Appliances $125 OBO Call 508-801-6367 2004 Polaris Signed By MVP Icon $2999 Asking $1500 Call 508-949-7040 $1499 And More Victrola 1904-1906 Snowmobile Edge Quarterbacks 508-347-3380 Mitsubishi 65” Call After 4pm Victor Talking Machine Yard Tractor Tires Tom Brady, Joe Montana, 860-935-0112 On Wheels. Directional Tires Touring 550 Dan Marino, Joe Namath, Call Mr. Desai Electrified, With Accessories. 2-Up Sled, Electric Start And Peyton Manning. 732-309-9366 (Cell) Kimball Spinnet Projection TV $200 OBO 23”x8.5”x12” With Oak Entertainment SINGER SEWING $100 & Reverse. Front & All Have COA’s Piano 508-885-3124 Rear Heated Grips. $2500 OBO Solid Wood. Center $400 OBO MACHINE 508-248-6783 Trailer Included. 508-476-1068 Entertainment Excellent Condition, Model 401 Slant-O-Matic Tan Genuine 1700 Vermont Trail Miles. Center Needs Tuning. 401-742-4187 In cabinet with attachments Sheepskin Men’s $4300 To Fit 62” TV Appraised At $2500 $300 Call 508-962-8960 262 AUCTIONS Perfect Condition Will Sell MOTORS Call 413-544-1168 Jacket 100 GENERAL Cherry Finish, $800 FIRM 1/2HP 230/460V Size 46, Never Worn. 204 WATER EQUIPMENT Coin & Currency Lots Of Storage. 508-892-9103 1725RPM, 56 Frame. Ski Boots $150 Auction 107” Wide, 23” Deep, $45 OBO 105 BULLETIN BOARD 2005 Ski-Doo Jetski Kitchen Craft Girl’s Lange Portable Olympia Apple Green & Black. Saturday 84” High 5HP, 230/460V Ben-5, Size 6 Matching Pieces Available Cookware Typewriter Less Than 65 Hours. February 26th 1740RPM, 184T Frame/TEFC In Case. In Good Condition IN REMEMBRANCE 3-Cylinder 15003cc $1500 $125 OBO Boy’s Dalbello Noon 860-928-9626 Basic Set Menace-4, Size 9 $75 Julie Ann Bainton Supercharged Engine. Sells For $1495 (Preview 9am) After 5PM 5HP, 230/460V Asking $75 Each Vintage Royal Typewriter 3-Seater, 130 Inches Long. At Home Show (Knurowski) $7000 Dudley Municipal 3495RPM, 184T Frame/TEFC Table Model 36 Year Senior Secretary Fish Tanks $800 $125 OBO Girl’s $35 OBO Includes Dock & Trailer Complex Bay Path High School 508-347-8956 75 Gallon Harvey Classic 1/2HP 208/230/460V Snowboard Boots 508-756-3690 Dear Friend, Please Visit 71 W. Main Street Complete Setups, Including Large Overhead Door-Opener Roxy, Size 7 Our Guest Book And Leave A Dudley Rolling Windows Asking $40 Wood Cabinet Stands, With Screens $120 OBO Note To Pay Your Respects 205 BOATS 450+ Lots www.tinyurl.com/JulieBainton Canister Filters For Salt Or 59”x52” 4 Motor Speed Controls 508-885-4342 The 14’ 2003 Polar Visa/Mastercard/American Fresh Water, Heaters, $200 Each/$300 Both Hitachi J100, 400/460V 774-272-2085 JULIE Express/Discover Pumps, Lights & Extras. Best Offer Book Bear Nov. 26th, 1954 Kraft Bass Boat Cash, Known Check $500 FIRM Cargo Trailer Axle Small Antique Nov. 30th, 2008 Call 508-949-7040 With Tires Call 5pm-8:30pm Books! Books! Books! & Trailer Cabinet Send Your Love To: 25 HP Yamaha 4-stroke, 508-943-6570 $300 508-867-6546 We have 100,000 lively www.greyghostcorp.com FOR SALE w/Lock & Key 888-974-1977 (FAX) Minkota trolling motor, 2002 Suzuki 650 Savage old books at Or Mail To: --Window guards: $15.00 Mountain Bike $60 THE BOOK BEAR New batteries, Under 500 Original Miles PO Box 979 Excellent condition. 265 FUEL/WOOD --Reddy heater: $65.00 Timberline GT Antique Yard --Metal trunk: $50.00 $3200 Charlton City, MA 01508 $5,000. Rock Shox, Clipped Pedals Tractor Cultivator Call 508-347-3575 --Wood trunk: $30.00 508-476-7382 (But Have Regular). Great $100 God Bless A. Jeffers --7 pairs skiis: $35.00 Condition, Very Little Use. --Ultra ramp: $40.00 Ladies Fur Coats 508-248-6783 Tree Service $300 ISC REE 15.5 Foot OMC °°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°° --New Littlest Gund bears: New & Refurbished 107 M . F Call Chris Tree Removals 1/2 price Great Prices. 508-798-3560 Snapper Sunbird 413-245-7388 With The Look Of New, Roto-Tiller We have books for the Free Fishing Boat 1989-90 Bowrider 70HP Logging And Not The Price. scholar, collector and 30 Foot 1972 Silverton Outboard, Very Low Hours. Land Clearing MOVING SALE IR5003, Used Twice general reader. Fiberglass. No Motor. Well Maintained. Galvanized FOR SALE Mink, Raccoon, Fox, Located on Route 9 in West Firewood A Houseload Of Collections Everything Must Go Paid $1295 Exterior In Very Good Custom Trailer. 3 Custom Shearling, Coyote, $950 Brookfield, halfway between WOOD LOTS Need New Homes And More! Antique Bureau, Amherst & Worcester. Condition. Covers - Convertible Top, Unique Floor Clock, WANTED Cat’s Meow (100+ Pieces) Long & Short TracVac Open 7 days a week, No Trailer. Mooring Cover, Custom Roll-Top Desk, Model 385-IC/385LH 10am-6pm 508-461-9097 Storage Cover. FREE ESTIMATES Costume Jewelry 508-885-8940 Tools & More! $2500 OBO Call (774)239-0285 Leave Message Used Once. We Also Buy Stamp Bears Location: Paid $1300 203-879-3221 Rabbits, Snowmen Laine Couch 203 Center Depot Road $1100 BOOK COLLECTIONS, And Other Stuffed Animals Charlton, MA LIBRARIES & FREE WOOD 1960 16 Foot All Seasoned & Chair Open 9am-4pm Bear Cat Vac-N-Chip Pro ESTATES! Stationery And & Vac Pro Penn Yan Hardwood Photo Albums Floral Print On Beige Every Day PALLETS Cut, Splt & Delivered Background. Models 72085, 72285, CALL FOR INFO. 40HP Evinrude, Holsclaw Beatrix Potter Books 72295 508-867-8705 You pick up. Monday thru Trailer. Beautiful Classic. Prompt Delivery Very Good Condition. NASCAR MC & Visa Accepted Misc. Kitchenware $300 Used Twice or call Toll Free Friday 8am-noon. New Mahogany Deck, Ceramics & Other Decor Die-Cast Models Paid $2772 877-809-2665 Stonebridge Press Seats & Transom. Westview Farms 60” E.R. Buck $5000 Holiday Ornaments They’re Back! $1900 25 Optical Drive 111 East Hill Road (located behind Southbridge 508-341-6941 Monson, MA Rock Maple Dining $5 And Up! 508-765-5763 An Old Piano (Needs Fixing) Room Hutch BRAND NEW Trac Vac Hotel & Conference Center) 413-246-1721 And About A Zillion Excellent Condition. SHIPMENT! Snowboard Boots Model 662, 3-Point Hitch. 1985 Ski Nautique Knick-Knacks, Dual 44-Gallon Containers, Central Boiler E-Classic Just For Starters Paid $1200. Burton, Excellent Condition 110 NOVENAS “2001” Sell For $700 Saddles Used Only Twice. 6.5 HP Briggs & Stratton 400 Hours On Engine, 1400/2400 Call 508-764-8042 Motor, 8-Inch Intake, 6-Inch Call 508-476-2056 $100 Each Men’s Size 7 Boot, PRAYER TO THE Newer Upholstery. OUTDOOR WOOD Or Email Includes Helmet & Exhaust. For Massey [email protected] Bureaus, Bookcases, Etc. $4000 OBO Landscape Goggles. Ferguson, Will Fit Others. BLESSED VIRGIN 413-222-2058 FURNACE Ford Grill Blessings Farm $50 Paid $2100, Used Twice (Never known to fail). Oh Cleaner & Greener Equipment 50 H Foote Road 508-892-1412 most beautiful flower of Mt. 1987 31 Foot EPA Qualified Fits 82-86 F-150 Trailer Charlton Bunkbed Set Carmel, fruitful vine, splen- 25-Year Warranty $20 508-248-1411 All Wood. Very Good dor of Heaven, Blessed Silverton Call Today $995 OBO Condition. Separates Into 2 Pine Coffee Table Trees for Mother of the Son of God, Convertible 508-882-0178 Aluminum Folding NordicTrac Twin Beds. Underbed Immaculate Virgin, assist me CrystalRockFarm.com $40 $50 Storage Drawer And in this my necessity. Oh Star Twin Crusaders 350’s, Staging/Scaffolding Sale 270 HP. 800 Hours. CD/DVD Cabinet 2 Sections w/Platforms, 4-Foot Steel Shelves Mattresses Included. of the Sea, help me and Paid Over $1000 For Set Evergreen Trees, Colorado F.W.C., A/C & Heat, Radar, Holds 100 Or More On Wheels, w/Steps Very Heavy Duty Blue Spruce, Potted Trees, show me herein, you are my Asking $400 mother, Oh Holy Mary, Moth- Color Garmin GPS, $25 4’6”W, 7’3”L, 6’-12’H $50 Silver Blue, 18”-22” tall. Fish-Finder, Many Firewood $895 OBO Call 508-887-2651 Excellent Privacy er of God, Queen of Heaven Green $135 413-262-9990 413-245-7388 and Earth, I humbly beseech New Amenities. Call 5pm-8:30pm Border/Ornamental Winter Storage & Launch 128 cubic feet. Solid Ash Nichols All 10 trees for $85. you from the bottom of my Full-Length 508-867-6546 Old-Fashioned heart, succor me in this ne- Paid Until Spring! And Stone Co. Excellent Condition. Mahogany Female Large Colonial Cherry Wood Call 508-278-5762 cessity. There are none that (774)696-7879 Dining Table Evenings can withstand your call. 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Holy Spirit, resolve $7200 OBO Call 508-987-5515 Beige Couch Antique Victor Victrola, all problems, light all roads 508-248-1592 39 Hamilton Street After 4pm Coffee Table w/2 Chairs, Ottoman. 508-943-1117 1850’s Melodeon Organ, so that I can attain my goal. Southbridge $35 $600 OBO And More You gave me the divine gift 2004 Carver 360 Hewlett Packard 508-248-1951 to forgive and forget all evil Buying Coins, End Table 508-943-1428 against me in all instances of Sport Sedan Gold, Silver. DeskJet 970 CSE $40 774-242-7515 my life, you are with me. I (2) 375HP Volvo 8.1 Liter We Also Make Color Printer Troy-Bilt want this short prayer to Housecalls! Antique Mirror Pellet Stove Engines. 7.3KW Kohler With Automatic Duplicating Snow Blower thank you for all things as Generator, 2 State Rooms, 774-230-0389 $30 $40 Enviro EF2 10.5HP, 30” Wide. you confirm once again that I Fresh Water Vacu-Flush 508-764-9309 Old Trunks Free-Standing Dual Stage, Polar Blast, never want to be separated Head, Full Galley. $30 Each Two Years Old, Electric Start, Touch & from you even in spite of ma- **PRICE REDUCED** Used One Season. Turn, 6 Forward, 2 terial things. I wish to be $199,000 283 PETS HOT WATER Student’s Desk & Chair with you in eternal glory. $45 Originally $2400 Solid Oak Reverse, One-Hand $159,000 HEATERS Asking $1500 Operation. Thank you for your mercy to- Call 774-230-8295 ADOPT A NEEDY Natural Gas 774-452-3514 774-200-0558 L-Desk & Hutch $1000 ward me and mine. The per- DOG OR CAT Brand New! 508-667-9249 son must say this prayer Tested, Vetted, Fixed, $1995 three consecutive days. Af- 2010 Skeeter 40, 50, & 80 Gallons LARGE FRANKLIN PINE BUREAU SET Light, Distressed Oak Wheat, And Ready For Love! Large Selection! Night stand with mirror TT Custom Fit ter three days the request ZX-180 Please Consider STOVE Integrated Surge Supressor will be granted. This prayer $150 And Up. Good condition Power Unit, Storage Curios, Car Cover Brand New, Never Been Adopting From Call Keith Reconditioned, new paint, must be published after the gaskets and fire brick. Asking $200 Open Shelf (Built-In Lamp) For 2002 Roadster In Water! Second Chance 508-524-9328 prayer is granted. Thank Red & Black. 115HP Yamaha Will help load. Cherry Hutch Top Drawbridge Slides Convertible (Will Fit you. S.K. Animal Shelter $250.00 Forward And Illuminated Other Years) 4-Stroke. 70lb Thrust Hunting Camo Henedon Brand Trolling Motor. Easy Load 508-867-5525 Call Lou at 508-341-6941 Desktop. $90 www.secondchanceanimals.org Clothes & From North Carolina 68”Wx81”Dx72”H Excellent Condition. Trailer, Hummingbird 323 $2000 Brand New (Includes Left-L) Original Cost $260 Fish Finders. New Batteries. Need Help Fixing Your Pet? Equipment Asking $600 PRAYER TO THE $22,000 OBO Call Us, We Have Low Cost One Owner/1yr Old/MINT Roberts Reel-To-Reel Mostly New, Some Used. Large Oak & 774-452-1668 Originally $2400 HOLY SPIRIT 860-428-6797 Programs! Sizes Medium, Large & XL. Glass Hutch 508-765-1231 Tape Player/Recorder Insulated Suit, Jackets, Player Piano Best Offer Holy Spirit, you who made Larson 1997 Vests, Hats, Gloves, Pants. Lighted Interior, Storage Square Foot me see everything and AKC Standard Archery, Shotgun, Underneath, Silverware Excellent Condition 508-764-9309 showed me the way to reach Ski-Boat Poodle Black Powder Drawer 150 Rolls Go With It Concrete my ideal. You who gave me 19 Foot, With Volvo Penta Call For Prices $600 $850 Washer & Dryer the divine gift to forgive and Engine. With Trailer. Puppies For Sale 508-234-9020 Footing Forms White, Used. 508-949-1320 SF32 - $45 Each forget the wrong that is done $5000 Champion Bloodlines Oak Twin Bed $250 to me and you who are in all 508-476-5476 Born 11/28. New Sliding With Storage Underneath POOL TABLES Wheelbarrow 508-333-8090 instances of life with me. I, in Curly-Q Show Tails $100 7 Foot $20 this short dialogue, want to Will Be Wormed, Shots Screen Doors 8 Foot Wood-Burning thank you for everything and & Guaranteed. $20 Each Primitive (5) Steel Lally Columns Pottery Hutch 9 Foot $200 Fireplace confirm once more that I Raised With Love In New Sinks Black $900 Each Insert Stove never want to be separated My Home! $20 Each $100 Delivery Available (8) Antique Milk Cans from you no matter how Parents On Property. 413-245-7480 $110 Only Used One Month great the material desire may Whites & Blacks Available New Radiator Heaters All Very Good Condition Paid $1100 be. I want to be with you and Not Your $20 Each 508-735-9703 Frigidaire Gallery Gas Dryer Asking $900 OBO $70 my loved ones in your per- Run-Of-The-Mill Poodles 413-245-9266 508-667-9916 petual glory. Amen. $800 413-245-7388 Thank you for your love 413-436-7556 4 ☎ TOWN-TO-TOWN CLASSIFIEDS ☎ A STONEBRIDGE PRESS PUBLICATION ☎ February 23, 2011

283 PETS 285 PET CARE 298 WANTED TO BUY 310 GENERAL HELP 310 GENERAL HELP 310 GENERAL HELP Powder-Puff Buying WANTED WANTED WANTED ARCHway Inc. Chinese Crested Old Stuff Christopher Heights Of Spanish-Speaking A residential school for students on the Puppy Pre-1960’s Webster, an 83 unit Homemaker autism spectrum is seeking energetic and creative Assisted Living Facility, Domino’s Male. Sweet, Loveable, Toys Needed people to fill the following positions: Fluffy Toy Hypo-Allergenic offers a pleasant work Marbles environment and an Pizza For Elderly Woman Breed. Immediate Openings In Webster Area. Part Time Residential Instructors For More Information Crocks opportunity to work with the elderly. We have Please Call Women instructors needed to teach activities of 401-397-6499 Art Now Hiring Inside Staff Bottles openings for the & Drivers For Our 781-492-7893 daily living and social skills following positions. Pottery Southbridge & Webster Hours available are: 2nd and 3rd Shifts Mon-Fri Hand Tools Locations. The Town Of Holland Pure Bred Country Items Nurse Case Good Driving Record Is Accepting Applications 1st, 2nd & 3rd Shifts Sat and Sun Same Owners A Must! Starting Pay is $11.75/hour Tom & Camila Kitchenware Manager/Social For The Position Of Puppies Costume Jewelry Full-Time Or Part-Time Executive Over thirty breeds available. Worker Earn Excellent Money Health checked/guaranteed. New Stuff! Call Tom & Deb Joralemon Position is part-time While Having Fun! Secretary To apply please forward a State licensed. Reconnective Healing Oxford (12-20 hours per week) Call Jared (Southbridge) The Executive Secretary resume and letter of interest to: www.laughlinkennel.com Animal Massage 508-987-1060 with afternoon and early 508-765-0822 Reports To The Select Board ARCHway, Inc. Millbury evening hours. And Manages The Daily Laughlin Kennel Animal Communication Call Josh (Webster) 77 Mulberry Street, Leicester, MA 01524 508-865-1228 Responsibilities include 508-949-1330 Operations Of The Town. Call 508-987-7161 Leave Message assisting residents with Send Cover Letter Fax: 508-892-0259 As Always! transition to assisted Reiki/Feng Shui And Resume To: E-mail: [email protected] 285 PET CARE living, resolving resident Holland Board Of Selectmen Natural Foods CASH PAID issues that arise, Foster Executive Secretary Position Flower Essences For Coins meeting with families, 27 Sturbridge Road 298 WANTED TO BUY 298 WANTED TO BUY Alpha Wave Music And Jewelry discharge planning, Parents Wanted Holland, MA 01521 initiating/implementing By February 25th, 2011 Apple Acres Buying/Selling Seeking Quality Homes individual resident Throughout Central MA Boarding Gold & Silver service plans and The Town Of Holland Is An Kennel Indoor/Outdoor Runs To Provide Foster Care Equal Opportunity Employer. ATTENTION: One Piece Or coordinating appropriate To Children In Need. • Rubber-Matted Skylights Collection services. Candidate must WWII & KOREAN WAR VETERANS Heated/Air-Conditioned Heated/Air Conditioned 24/7 Support. Generous have a minimum of a Reimbursement. Warehouse Sleeping Areas. Lee’s Coins & RN license and have a Part-Time & Weekend Local History Buff Looking To Purchase Jewelry background in geriatrics. $1000 Sign-On Bonus • Large Individual Runs, Day Care Call For Details Positions Available For M1 Garand, M1 Carbine, US Govt. .45 Pistol Outdoor Exercise Pens, Supervised Groups 239 West Main Street Pick & Pack War Souvenirs Country Walks Daily/Weekly Rates East Brookfield Cook Warehouse Work. (Route 9 - Panda Call SELECTSTAFF • Large Indoor Large Play Yards Hours are Wednesday- TOP DOLLAR PAID Play Area Garden Plaza) Sunday, 10:00AM- 508-792-1212 6:30PM. 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Strong Including One Evening, For administrator of a 24 to 3.25 Cubic Feet 3 - 4 Hours Per Day computer skills with 30 bed therapeutic unit. Family’s Safety. Beginner Obedience Starting April 2011 Active, General Dentistry Starting Soon $5.00 Each (No Limit) Data Collectors Microsoft office experience. Responsible for full Gift Certificates For We are looking for a Office. Consider Joining Our Pick Up In Must have physical ability Diversified Dental Team operation of unit and Baby Showers, mature gentleman to Wanted to lift infants and toddlers. Beginner Agility West Brookfield Offering Quality Dental Care. management of staff. Anniversaries, And More! care for our senior client The Town of Sturbridge Must be able to visit homes Works with a team of A Perfect Gift! Starting Soon Rock Valley Farm in the Sturbridge area. assessor’s office is seeking Experience Preferred. that are not handicap Call 508-347-7171 administrators. 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Horse-Related With Third Shift Differential residential appraiser Grooming Salon Fast-Paced, High Volume with general knowledge of Operator • Homes & Offices Rock Valley Farm Warehouse 2nd Shift 400 SERVICES West Brookfield Gas Station. Have Fun assessment procedures. • Carpet Cleaning Vicki Kelley 508-867-2508 At Work! FHA approved appraisal Personnel INCOM has an immediate • Floors Professional APPLY IN PERSON experience and knowledge Drivers (CDL-A) need for a motivated • And Much More! 298 WANTED TO BUY Village Mobil of Vision technology CNC machine operator to 402 GENERAL SERVICES REGISTERED, Groomer software a plus. Position join our team! INSURED & BONDED 365 Main Street entails approximately 15 to Inside Sales 20 Years Exp. (Route 20) Required Skills: 2-4 years Give Maria A Call 40 parcels per week at $15 Successful Candidates “We Go Right to Sturbridge per parcel, no mileage hands-on experience 508-764-2500 $ 508-347-7577 Must Be Able To operating CNC machinery Your Door” compensation, no benefits, Stand/Sit 8+ Hours (Haas); Ability to read and Call The 508-987-2419 ROSS RECYCLING and applicants must have Per Day, Lift Up To 100 Chauffeurs reliable transportation. interpret schematics; We Pay More!! Pounds Occasionally, Familiarity with precision Junk Man 442 LICENSED DAY Wanted Submit resumes Read Tape Measure, measuring devices; Ability SNOWPLOWING ARE All Scrap Metals, For Oxford Limo Company. and/or statements of Read English, Good Work to speak, read, write and C Cars, Trucks Per Diem. Non-Smoking. qualifications to History With Good understand English; Removal of Metal, CDL With P Endorsement Town Administrator, Attendance Record. Appliances, Batteries, Required. Apply in person or 308 Main Street, May Apply In Person At forward resume to: Furniture, TV’s. *************** Copper Wire, Must Pass Drug/CORI, The Commonwealth of Have Cell Phone/Computer, Sturbridge, MA 01566, 19 Business Park Drive [email protected] Construction Appliances... And Be Independent & Via email to Smithfield, RI Massachusetts Office of ssuhoski@town. Materials. Child Care Services 64 Tucker Hill Rd. Self-Sufficient. Or Email Application To Accountant Cellars/Attics Going... Going... Extremely Flexible Hours! sturbridge.ma.us [email protected] requires that all ads Gone to the Dogs Putnam, CT 06260 or via fax to 30 Hrs/Wk Cleaned. placed in the newspaper ALSO: (508)347-5885 EOE Small Building Training and behavior Possible Outside/Inside Small, busy engineering for child care (daycare) Prior to Noon firm in need of a motivated, Demolition, Tires. 860-928-7165 Sales/Marketing Position in your home include management in your on 02/28/2011 detailed oriented, Leaves Removed. your license number. home. 508-731-0226 dependable, hands-on Shared Living accountant to perform all Residential Moves. Positive methods Trees Cut used. HELP WANTED Provider Accounting and HR functions. Responsibilities Brush/Limbs Certified Pet Dog ROUTE Oxford Area Do You Have Alternatives Unlimited Inc. include full general ledger Removed NEW Childcare trainer and member transactions, manage Type 2 Diabetes is currently seeking a Furnaces Removed Center APDT 169 Are Depressed And Want Shared Living banking and cash activity, processing A/R and A/P. Open In Charlton Call Renelle at To Improve Your Diabetes Provider/Roommate in Check-our-down-to- And Enrolling Now! ANTIQUES Management? the Oxford/Webster area Reconciliation of A/R, A/P, earth prices first! cash, etc. Payroll processing Open 6:30AM-6:30PM 508-892-1850 884 Worcester St. Seeking Sedentary Women to provide a home for a email: 21-65 For A Study At young woman with to outside payroll company. Weekends also! 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Experience in HR, 413-262-5082 508-248-7500 In exchange for providing Payroll/Payroll Taxes Professional at Home We Buy It All Needed companionship, clinical Proficiency in QuickBooks, Pet Sitting and Dog Walking supports, and social Word, and Excel 2007 is And Also Do Be part of a miracle Member of National On-Site Estate Sales opportunities you will required. Knowledge of GOT LEAKS??? Association of Professional And The rewards are more receive a generous tax BillQuick a plus. Pet Sitters than financial Call Sue At exempt stipend and J.J.’s Home Estate Auctions (508)856-1718 Room and Board Please email cover letter Established 1996 Seeking Women Improvements CALL MIKE ANYTIME (Docket #13269) contribution. Excellent and resume to Certified • Bonded • Insured 21-43 Non-Smokers training and support accounting@mcclure 774-200-1996 508-347-3826 508-765-9512 With Healthy provided. Experience in engineers.com • Snow & Ice Removal - Pregnancy History Human Services and Roofs & Gutters Machinists advocating for people • Water Damage Repairs All Areas. All Levels. with disabilities beneficial, • Drywall/Sheet Rock WANTED CNC, Manual, Etc. but not required. Installation Beatles Items Many Positions Available. For More Info, • Interior/Exterior Painting Top Pay! Start Today! • Kitchen/Bath & Record Sleeves, Record For More Call Jodie Players, Dolls, Statues, Please Call Or Fax 1-508-266-6524 Basement Remodels Mugs, Toys, Magazines, Information Call Contact Staffing NOW! • Tiling Town-to-Town Promo Items, Displays, 508-799-9222 or • Power Washing Classifieds Movie Posters, Etc. 888-363-9457 Jodie.stlouis@ 1-800-536-5836 reproductivepossibilities.com 508-799-8896 (Fax) Call Today For A 860-779-2469 [email protected] alternativesnet.org Free Estimate! 508-765-6940 FEBRUARY 23, 2011 ☎ TOWN-TO-TOWN CLASSIFIEDS ☎ A STONEBRIDGE PRESS PUBLICATION ☎ 5

448 FURNITURE 505 APARTMENTS FOR 505 APARTMENTS FOR 505 APARTMENTS FOR 505 APARTMENTS FOR RENT RENT RENT RENT Have Your Heritage Green Southbridge Furniture Brimfield Has A 2 Bedroom Available SOUTHBRIDGE Newly Renovated Professionally Single Family Home For Elderly Housing. Must 16 Ballard Court Townhouse-Style Two Located On Main Be Over The Age Of Second Floor, Bedroom Apartment. Restored 62 To Qualify. 3 Bedroom. Hardwoods. With Extra Room For Street. Three Bedroom Heat & Hot Water Included. $850/Month Office/Exercise. At Reasonable Living Room, Dining Rent Is 30% Of Income. Gas Heat/Hot Water Granite Counters, Rates Room, Fireplace. Application Required And (Not Included) Off-Street Parking. Ideal For In-Home Must Income Qualify. No Smoking/Pets. Business. Heritage Green 32 Taft Street $675/Month 508-347-2200 First Floor, 4 Bedrooms. First/Last & Security Southbridge Call For Price! Background & Credit Check 3 Bedroom North Brookfield 186 Hamilton Street Available Now 1 Bedroom Apt B, First Floor Call 774-696-0235 Apartment Heat/Hot Water Included One Bedroom. Renovated. Full Living Elevator Accessible, Onsite Quiet Area. $725/Month Southbridge Furniture Facelifting, Room, Full Dining Laundromat, Trash Removal, One Bedroom Apartment. Painting, Caning, Room. Kitchen, Private Parking. Heat & Hot Water Included. Second Floor, Includes Stripping to Refinishing, Full Bath, Appliances Included. Stove, Refrigerator, And Repairs. Pantry, & Storage Secured Building, 959 W. Main Street Hot Water. Guaranteed. Shed. Hardwood Downtown Location. 4 Bedrooms. $625/Month Floors Throughout. Non-Smoking. No Pets. Gas Heat/Hot Water Free Estimates. $750/Month One Bedroom Apartment, Second Floor. (Not Included) First Floor. Includes Pick-up & Delivery. No Pets. Non Smokers For More Info $900/Month Stove/Refrigerator, Preferred. (508)867-4277 957 W. Main Street Hot Water, Antique $800/month 3 Bedrooms. Dryer & Washer. North Brookfield Gas Heat & Electric Hot $700/Month Call For Details 24 Spring Street Water (Not Included) Off-Street Parking. Doctor 508-764-4073 3 Large Rooms, First Floor. $800/Month No Pets. Like New, Off-Street 508-248-9225 774-200-8795 121 Elm Street First/Security Deposit Parking. Central Location. & Credit Check theantiquedr.com No Pets. Third Floor 2-3 Bedroom $825/Month Call Irene $575/Month 505 APARTMENTS FOR 505 APARTMENTS FOR 550 MOBILE HOMES References & Security Includes Heat/Hot Water 413-781-4633 Or Kenny RENT RENT 454 HOME Brookside Required. Service Pets Only Brookfield 508-867-7404 W/D Hookups, 508-909-6870 Nanatomqua Mobile IMPROVEMENT Sturbridge Stove/Refrigerator. 1738 House Home Park (55+) Terrace Northbridge First/Last/Security, Mobile Home For Sale. DiGeronimo Southbridge Free Electric, Heat, EBSTER Two Bedroom, 1.5 Bath. Heat/Hot Water (Linwood) References. Small 2 Bedroom Duplex Hot Water Included In W $20 Application Fee Large Kitchen & Living Painting Included! Small 4-Room House Apartment. Stove, Studio, One Or Room. Screen Porch Quality, Affordability Hardwood Floors, Basement 508-414-3306 Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer Two Bedroom Apartments Prospect & Carport. FREE RENT!!! With Washer/Dryer Hookups. Hookups, Yard, Good Area. All Appliances. Park Rent $100/Month & Trust $950-$1000/Month Without Compromise Credit Check Required. $675/Month (Studio) CALL FOR PRICE Affordable 1, 2 and 3 Plus Utilities. Southbridge No Pets. $900/month (1 BR) Estates Bedroom Apartments Includes Off-Street Parking. $650/Month Plus Utilities 774-262-7307 Interior Rooms 1 Bedroom. Modern. $1000/month (2 BR) 2 Bedroom As Low As For Rent. NO PETS/NO SMOKING Call 508-765-2658 Off-Street Parking 508-234-2025 Wall To Wall, Appliances Apartments. $139 Spacious, Fully Included, Coin-Op Laundry, 508-347-1101 Ceilings $59 Applianced. Oxford No Pets. Lease And Southbridge Now Available: Park Model Woodwork $59 Security. Utilities Not Three Bedroom Apartment. Historical Buildings Starting at $698 For Rent Second Floor. Mobile Home Included. Must Income Qualify Serving Central Mass. • Pool 2 Bedroom Apartment, Call (508)764-2866 Newly Renovated. For Sale By Owner Second Floor. In Quiet Sturbridge SECTION 8 James DiGeronimo No Pets. Large 1 Bedroom Apartment Fully Furnished, New Porch Cell 508-577-7940 • Basketball Court Residential Neighborhood $800/Month CERTIFICATES Addition, Also Nice Shed & Near Center. Off-Street Heat, Hot Water, Laundry WELCOME • Playground Plus Security Hookup And Appliances. Great Place For A Garden. Parking Southbridge 774-230-3079 On Beautiful Lot Near No Pets/Smokers 2 Bedroom Apartments Freshly Painted, Modern & Call • On-Site Laundry Bright. No Smoking/Pets. Swimming Pool. $800/Month + Utilities Starting At $150/Week Southbridge Located At Highview 500 REAL ESTATE INCOME LIMITS APPLY Call 508-987-5836 First And Security. (508)943-9567 Three Bedrooms $800/Month Campground In Section 8 Welcome Webster New Floors, Cleaned & EHO West Brookfield. 2 Bedroom Apartment Call 508-341-8820 501 REAL ESTATE Office Open From: Painted. Stove, Begin Camping 4/15-10/15 Monday-Friday $150/Week Off-Street Parking, Price Includes Seasonal WANTED OXFORD Washer/Dryer Hookups 510 Payment 9:00am to 5:00pm N Grosvenordale, CT (April-October 2011) In Apartment COMMERCIAL/BUSINESS Saturday 10:00am 1 Bedroom Refrigerator & Washer Asking $28,000 to 3:00pm New $450/Month Available. Webster 508-867-8736 Evening Appointments Available Charlton Deposits. References and Webster Orchard 2 Bedroom Credit Check Required. NORTH VILLAGE For Rent $175/Week No Pets. No Utilities. Permanent $750 Per Month ONE MONTH 2500 Sq.Ft Hill Plus Water & Sewer. & Trailer For Sale All are newly remodeled, FREE RENT! In Wells, Maine carpeted, stove & Call (508)637-1074 7500 Sq.Ft. ************** Brookside Terrace 1 & 2 Bedroom 2 Bedroom Units Campground Apartments. refrigerator included. Free Standing Buildings. May 15th To October 15th EQUAL HOUSING 11 Village Drive Section 8 Approved. Southbridge Starting At $683!! Great Space! Southbridge,MA 01550 CALL FOR Two Bedroom, 2nd Floor. Quiet Park, 10 Minutes OPPORTUNITY No Pets Allowed For Limited ALSO: From Beach. Fully MORE DETAILS Security Deposit & Quiet Neighborhood, Not Far Time ONLY! (508)764-7675 From Center Of Town. HEAT, 2500 Sq.Ft. Furnished, ************** References Required Florida Room, Corner Lot. All real estate advertising in Heat & Hot Water Hot Water & Appliances Heat And Hot Water 3000 Sq.Ft. Included Call 774-289-1714 Included. Off-Street Parking. 9000 Sq.Ft. Asking $18,500 this newspaper is subject to Is Included. Call 508-277-4569 The Federal Fair Housing Act No Pets Available! 24/7 On-Call First & Security Deposit of 1968, which makes it C&C Maintenance SOUTHBRIDGE Must Income Owner Will Give You illegal to advertise any $800/Month Price You Can’t Refuse! preference, limitation or Properties Free Parking 2- and 3-Bedroom 508-765-9673 Qualify. Apartments. All Very Well Call Sturbridge discrimination based on race, Must Income Qualify Section 8 Vouchers Open Concept, color, religion, sex, handicap, LOOK & COMPARE Maintained. Different Areas. Southbridge 1-508-753-3670 SECTION 8 Include Washer/Dryer 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath familial status (number of Southbridge/Charlton CERTIFICATES Two Bedroom, Second Floor. Accepted. Cathedral Ceilings, children and or pregnancy), Hookups. Modern Kitchens One-Stall Garage, Line WELCOME and Baths. Please Call Flat Lot. New Roof, New national origin, ancestry, age, 2 Bedroom Stove & Refrigerator, 525 HOUSES FOR RENT Windows. Deck & Patio. marital status, or any Starting From $650/Month Washer/Dryer Hookups. Luxury Condo. Call Call 508-769-2500 (508)987-1595 Shows Pride Of intention to make an such Appliances, Gas Fireplace $750/Month For Details & Brookfield Ownership! preference, limitation or $795/Month 508-987-8121 774-230-1207 House For Rent $75,000 discrimination. This EHO Southbridge Other Specials 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath 508-347-8791 newspaper will not Sturbridge Available March 15th Southbridge EHO Historic Area. knowingly accept any One Bedroom Apartment Large Three Bedroom, Very Large Four Bedroom Available April 1st advertising for real estate Appliances & Hot Water Apartment. Newer Kitchen First & Security that is in violation of the law. Included First Floor Apartment. Sturbridge Wraparound Porch, & Bath. Extra Storage. $1100/Month Our readers are hereby $675/Month Section 8 Welcome Call 508-347-8181 x137 Retirement informed that all dwellings FREE RENT! Washer/Dryer Hookup, Webster Off-Street Parking Washer/Dryer Hookups. Four Room, Two Bedroom 1993 Doublewide, advertising in this newspaper Southbridge Small Pet OK 2 Bedroom/2 Bath. Wood are available on and equal Quality 1, 2 & 3 Heat/Hot Water Section 8 Approved. Apartment For Rent, $900/Month $950/Month Second Floor, Webster Fireplace. New Wood opportunity basis. To Bedroom Apartments! Included! First & Last Laminate Flooring. Appliances, Off-Street Call 508-943-1731 Large Living Room, New Renovated complain about Call 781-492-7707 3-4 Bedroom House. Enclosed Porch. 2 Carport. discrimination call The Parking. Affordable 1 2, and 3 Leave Message Large Kitchen, Porch, Appliances Included Fenced Yard, 2 Full Baths. 3 Sheds. Beautiful Large Department of Housing and Call (508)765-0501 Bedroom Apartments Spencer Available March 1st Landscaped Lot. Urban Development “HUD” For Rent. Off-Street Parking. Southbridge 2 Bedroom Townhouse. Section 8 Approved. $1500/Month Reasonable. toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. Spacious, Fully Clean, Two Bedroom First Gas Heat & Hot Water, Utilities Not Included. 508-867-5511 For the N.E. area, call HUD Applianced. Floor Apartment In Well Electric Appliances, AND First/Last & Security. ad 617-565-5308,. The toll DOUGLAS 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Maintained Building On Hookups. Large Three Bedroom Background & Credit Check. free number for the hearing Starting at $698 Quiet Street. Large Eat-In One Year Lease. No Pets. Apartment. Living Room, No Pets. impaired is 1-800-927-9275 Apartments Available Kitchen, Off-Street First & Last Dining Room, Kitchen & Call 774-230-7901 565 ROOMS FOR RENT Prices start at $845/month. • Pool 505 APARTMENTS FOR Parking. Washer/Dryer $720 per month. Laundry Room. Includes heat, hot water, Hookups. Deleaded. Security Deposit ($500) 546 CEMETERY LOTS RENT A/C, pool, fitness center • Basketball Court For More Information $725/Month Call (508)886-4312 Call 508-943-8807 ROOM FOR RENT & children’s program. • Playground First & Security Four Plots 13 ft. x 17 ft. with 2 large Southbridge Off street parking. In Worcester Country • On-Site Laundry 508-439-2475 Spencer closets. 107 South Street Call (508)476-3777 Attractive Two Memorial Park, Paxton, MA 3-4 minutes from 395. Modern 4-Room Apartment. In The INCOME LIMITS APPLY Bedroom Apartment, Close to downtown Webster. Across From Hospital. Douglas Southbridge Appliances, Webster “Rememberance Section” All utilities included. With Kitchen Appliances Three Bedroom Apartment. Section 8 Welcome Downtown, Sunny Washer/Dryer Included, Modern 4-Room Apartment. All Four For $4500 OBO 774-230-6108 & 2 Baths. Second Floor. Office Open From: Two Bedroom, Five Room Modern & Bright, Wall-To-Wall, Washer (Currently Sells For $650/Month Newly Renovated. Apartment. Quiet Country Setting. & Dryer Facilities. Parking. $1800 Each) 508-540-2817 Washer/Dryer Hookups. Monday-Friday Hardwood Floors, Directly Off Route 9. No Pets. 508-721-2572 575 VACATION RENTALS Close To Schools. 9:00am to 5:00pm Washer/Dryer Hookups. Available Now! Credit Check. $950/Month Saturday 10:am No Pets. No Smokers. 508-735-4335 References. First & Last. Dudley First & Security. to 3:00pm $650/Month Plus Utilities. $650/Month Two Lots 508-476-2699 ALSO AVAILBLE Dresser Hill Evening First & Security Two Bedroom House Call 508-943-0474 Available At Worcester Apartments 508-764-2790 County Memorial Park Cape Cod Appointments Visit Our Website In Paxton. 2 Bedroom In Country Available www.spencercondos.com Summer Rental Setting. Stove And Dudley Webster Non-Selected. Refrigerator Included, Whitinsville $575 EACH 6 Room House Second Floor, Three Newer & Modern Webster Or Best Offer Laundry Facility, Bedroom, Close To School Two Bedroom, Four Room Heritage Park West Yarmouth Off-Street Parking. Bus Stop, New Dudley Apartment. All Appliances. 3 Bedroom Condo. 1.5 Two Bedroom Townhouse. 508-885-1071 No Pets. Library & Nichols College. Includes Washer/Dryer Baths, One-Car Garage. One-Car Garage, One Minute walk to Ocean First And Security Utilities Not Included. Hookups & Off-Street Washer/Dyer Hookups. Washer/Dryer Hookup. beach. All amenities. Brookside Terrace First & Security. Two Plots Deposit Required. $900/Month 11 Village Drive Parking. AND In Worcester County $950.00 per week. $725 Monthly Available March 1st First Floor. $1400/Month Southbridge,MA 01550 One Bedroom Apartment Memorial Park, Paxton, MA Call 617-698-0638 Plus Utilities. 508-791-5398 $750/Month Property Shop With Laundry Facilities At Garden Of Heritage II (508)397-0212 774-249-2219 Call 508-769-2500 On-Site. Newly Renovated. $1500 OBO For Both OR 617-797-4665 (508)764-7675 508-949-1100 [email protected] 508-234-1510 508-847-6913 6 ☎ TOWN-TO-TOWN CLASSIFIEDS ☎ A STONEBRIDGE PRESS PUBLICATION ☎ February 23, 2011

720 CLASSICS 725 AUTOMOBILES 725 AUTOMOBILES 740 MOTORCYCLES 750 CAMPERS/TRAILERS 715 AUTO SERVICES 715 AUTO SERVICES 700 AUTOMOTIVE 1966 Mustang 1997 Ford 2008 Scion XD 2003 American 1992 Mallard Coupe Mustang Black, 5-Speed Manual. Ironhorse Sprinter 705 AUTO ACCESSORIES 13k Miles, 1 Owner. I PAY YOU CASH (Not Fastback) Very Good Condition, Excellent Condition. Slammer Park Model 5th Wheel Rust-Free! Georgia Car 48,000 miles 35+ Miles Per Gallon. S&S 100+HP, 6 Speed. Many Updates. Nice Big Lot (Always Garaged) New Battery, Brakeline and Total Custom - Paint, With Gazebo & Carport. FOR JUNK CARS Gas Tank Asking $11,500 Steel Drop Center Paint’s Faded. All Ready For Contact Jim At Chrome, Billet. Man Made Pond & YOUR 289 V8 Engine. Asking $4000 or BO & TRUCKS Tailgate Call 508-949-2502 508-266-0829 Pristine Condition. 8k Miles. Fireplace, Shed. $200 $6900 Or Asking $13,000 OBO Includes Lot At Meadowside 443-206-6036 781-254-6556 Of Woodstock, CT And Farm Equipment 508-943-2572 Utility Trailer Asking $25,900 ______That Dumps 1999 Toyota 386-624-2650 Removable Sides, Chevy Prizm Call D&M Towing & Recycling Chrysler Industrial Very Solid. Camry 2005 Harley $550 224k Miles, Runs Great! Wanted 508-887-3645 V8 400HP Engine Kept Up To Date. Davidson 1996 Holiday 978-760-3453 Any Year. Must Have Very Rebuilt, Zero Miles. Inspected. Air & Heat. Low Miles. 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Grand Cherokee Overwhelmingly Selected Official Winter Vehicle of New England

BY KEITH GRIFFIN This has been the winter to try men's souls to badly paraphrase a historical saying. It's been so tough that even the annual winter awards judging event for the New England Motor Press Association had to be cancelled due to, well, winter. You know it's a bad winter when a hardy group of automotive journal- ists gets cowed by the weather, espe- cially when we're driving the very vehicles designed to laugh in the face of all that winter can throw our way here in New England. Fortunately it didn't stop us for long and we were able to gather for judg- ing on a recent Saturday in Middleborough, Mass., a town prob- ably best known for once being the home of General Tom Thumb. Fittingly, some will accuse auto- motive journalists of being mental midgets, but in this case our collec- tive brains made the right choice in the selection of the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee as the Official Winter Vehicle of New England. You're not going to find a more complete pack- age at an affordable price that can Photo © Chrysler take anything winter throws its way, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Summit as well as the remaining three sea- Range Rover comparison to death, it is a deserving one. The Tucson is deliver decent fuel economy for a sons. gets 18-mpg highway and 12-mpg truly an SUV that gets every ele- vehicle its size. The Land Rover I've waxed enthusiastic about the city from its only available engine, a ment right and is fun to drive. HSE feels top heavy to me. Jeep Grand Cherokee in the past. 5.0-liter V8. SUV $25,000-$35,000: Ford Explorer AWD sedan or wagon (overall): When it first came out, I summed it While this didn't play into the final – I'm in the decided minority who is Subaru Forester – The WRX STI up as the American Range Rover judging decision, a factor in the not wowed by the new Ford should have won this award and I'm and it's a sentiment shared by a lot Grand Cherokee's favor has to be Explorer. I don't think it's better surprised it doesn't show up on the of other journalists. I've driven the price. Pricing has dropped across than the last generation but that's list anywhere. It's an amazing sedan Range Rover in difficult conditions the board from 2010 to 2011 on com- because I don't think the world need- that some people were probably off-road, as well as the Grand parable models in most cases by a ed another crossover. There was turned off to because of its large Cherokee and it performs just as few hundred dollars (always better still room for a truck-based sport wing. The Forester is nice but it's ably for tens of thousands of dollars than a price increase). The Laredo utility vehicle but Ford disagreed. bland. It was the safe choice. less. 4x2, the base model, costs $30,995 – a Ford's been wrong before but it does $25-$35,000: Dodge Charger – This The Grand Cherokee has three $495 drop from 2010. The most seem to have a good handle on vehicle in all-wheel drive with the new 4x4 systems as well as a terrain expensive Grand Cherokee is the crossovers. new 3.5-liter V-6 is a true competitor system with a choice of five settings Overland 4x4 trim level that costs Premium SUV $35,000-$50,000: to the BMW 5 series for thousands of (including snow, which has been $42,995. (A 2009 Overland 4x4 cost Volvo XC60 – I'll respectfully dis- dollars less. Don't underestimate more than put to the test this winter $45,625 – no 2010 model was made.) agree with my fellow judges on this the new Charger. in New England). The Quadra-Lift All prices include destination. one. The Infiniti EX 35 is far superi- $35-$60,000: Mercedes Benz E350 air suspension system can raise the Here is the complete list of the or to the Volvo XC60. It's more com- wagon – Practicality and luxury ride height to 10.7 inches or lower it other winners. fortable, better handling, and not combined into a nice package that to 6.6 inches. The Jeep Wrangler, a Pick Up Truck: GMC 2500 – Right loaded with suspect technology that negates the need for a crossover util- much less sophisticated vehicle now the buying public is blessed will be expensive to fix like the auto- ity vehicle. Affluent soccer moms of with serious off-road chops, has a with an embarrassment of riches matic braking feature that kicks in the world should get the E350 wagon maximum ground clearance of 10.6 when it comes to pickups. There's when you're driving below 19 mph. to stand out from the crowd. inches. not a bad one among the bunch. It's been plagued with problems. $60,000 and up: BMW 7 series – My The driving pleasure is enhanced Ford seems to get all the hype but Luxury SUV over $50,000: (Tie) heart is always going to belong to by an all-new 3.6-liter, Pentastar V-6 GMC is an equally good truck and Land Rover HSE, Infiniti QX56 – Audi in this class with Mercedes- that produces 290 horsepower and the judges declared it a little better. The judges got this one half right. Benz being a close second. 260 lb. ft. of torque while getting 22- Compact SUV: Hyundai Tucson – The QX56 is simply amazing in the mpg highway and 16-mpg city in the Korean automaker just contin- land of luxury SUVs. It's roomy and (For the latest new car news, follow four-wheel drive. Just to beat the ues to wrack up the awards and this comfortable and even manages to me on Twitter at aboutusedcars. You can also read the latest automotive news at TorqueNews.com, where I am a contributor,or learn about buy- ing and selling a used car at UsedCars.About.com.)

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Photo © Hyundai Hyundai Tucson was named best compact utility vehicle for winter driving. 8 ☎ TOWN-TO-TOWN CLASSIFIEDS ☎ A STONEBRIDGE PRESS PUBLICATION ☎ February 23, 2011