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VOL. 86 NO. 151 TUESDAY, JUNE 27, 2017 75 cents $1.00 WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2020 VOL. 89 NO. 217 Commission FEMA grants appointments aim to approved protect city By AMY PORTER Staff Writer WESTFIELD – Personnel Committee Chair firefighters Cindy C. Harris asked the City Council to con- sider approving several appointments and reap- pointments for immediate consideration last By HOPE E. TREMBLAY week. Editor “I”ve worked many hours with phone calls WESTFIELD — The Westfield Fire Department and going through background information to received two grants from the Federal Emergency bring you these fantastic reappointments for the Babe Ruth 13-Year-Old World Series 2019 opening ceremonies at Bullens Management Agency (FEMA) that will have a big Historical and Conservation Commissions,” Field. (MARC ST. ONGE/THE WESTFIELD NEWS) impact on the safety, health and quality of life of city said Harris. firefighters. First up was Crystal Hollister as a member of Fire Chief Patrick the Historical Commission. Harris said although Egloff said he applied this is a new appointment to complete the term Babe Ruth donates for three FEMA of Amanda Goodheart Parks, which expires in grants this year and is June, 2021, Hollister has volunteered for many waiting for a decision years for the Historical Commission. She has on the third. participated on the Ghost tours at the Old new scoreboard “Receiving two Burying Ground, and served on the Westfield grants is fairly 350 historical and education committee. unheard of,” he said. One grant is This mask is one of the per- Hollister is the lead social studies teacher at the sonal protective equipment Westfield Middle School, co-director of the to Bullens Field COVID-19 related and is a matching that will be purchased for WMS Drama Club, and a 2019 winner of the the Westfield Fire Pioneer Valley Grinspoon Excellence in By AMY PORTER families and fans, as well as grant of $61, 025. Staff Writer Westfield HIgh School, Westfield The city has to match Department using a FEMA Teaching Award. The appointment was unani- grant. mously approved by the Council. WESTFIELD – Daniel Welch, Technical Academy, St. Mary’s 10 percent, for a total Harris then brought forward the reappoint- president of the Greater Westfield High School, the American Legion of just over $67,000. ment of five members of the two commissions, Babe Ruth, presented the gift of a and Westfield Starfires for many Westfield was one of all of whom received the unanimous support of scoreboard valued at $32,900 to the years to come,” Welch said, adding 40 fire departments nationwide to receive a grant the City Council. City Council at the Sept. 3 meeting, that the current scoreboard is 20 through the agency’s FY2020 Assistance to Debbie Oppermann, a three-year reappoint- which the Council unanimously and years old. Firefighters Grant COVID-19 Supplemental program ment to the Historical Commission, has served enthusiastically accepted. “It’s a pleasure and honor for the (AFG-S). the Westfield Redevelopment Authority, presi- Welch said following extensive Greater Westfield Babe Ruth and Egloff said he must accept the grant within 30 days dent of the Westfield Community Development renovations at the field, the Babe our players and coaches to provide and expects it will be approved at the next Westfield Committee, the Pioneer Valley Planning Ruth League hosted the 2016 World this new scoreboard as a major City Council meeting. Commission, as well as non-profits, including Series, which were a tremendous improvement to the field which we Egloff co-wrote the grant application with Deputy her current service on the development events success, hosting 12 teams. He said call home,” Welch said. Chief Seth M. Ellis. He said the funds are specifi- committee of Girls, Inc. in Holyoke. Harris said based on the strong support of Babe Council President Bean B. Bean, cally for personal protective equipment. Some of the Oppermann has been an active member on the Ruth headquarters, they hosted a II said he appreciated Welch coming grant funds will be used for reusable masks with Historical Commission. second World Series in 2019 which to the meeting. “A lot of money changeable filters for every member of the depart- Also up for a three-year reappointment was was also very successful, thanks to went into that field, and you guys ment. Historical Commission chair Cynthia Gaylord. the support of volunteers, the City have only enhanced it even further,” “We will also order gowns, gloves and anything we Harris said Gaylord is passionate about pre- of Westfield and the business com- he said. need to use on an ambulance call,” said Egloff. serving, restoring, and promoting the education munity. “Thanks to all the volunteers not Egloff said while he is not “expecting” a big surge of Westfield’s history. “The list is long regard- Welch said they saved the finan- only for creating a great experience in COVID positive patients, “you have to be ready ing this commission’s contributions to cial gains from both tournaments for all the players over both those for it.” Westfield, and Miss Gaylord’s contributions with the intention to support long- tournaments, but those two tourna- “1918 was the last time we had a pandemic like are long, also,“ Harris said. term improvement projects at both ments generated $2M in spend in this,” he said. “Our emergency management and She created the Historical Downtown Bullens and Jachym fields which the local economy between hotel health department were proactive with getting us Walking Tours in downtown, the historic down- will benefit the Westfield baseball rooms and meal taxes and other PPE. This is more of a stockpile so we have it.” town walking tour for fifth graders; created and community. purchases those families made Egloff said the department had its share of corona- “With the support of city officials while they were here, so it’s not an virus and two members are currently out because of our league has truly had the honor the virus, a big decrease from March and April when See Commission, Page 3 insignificant opportunity that was and privilege to call Bullens Field created by Westfield Babe Ruth and at one point there were 10 members out because of our home for more than 50 years,” all those volunteers. It’s a great COVID-19. Welch said. thing to showcase the city and the “I am expecting something of an increase in posi- The scoreboard, which Babe Ruth region,” said At-large Councilor tive cases in the city, but I’m not expecting what we is working with Westfield Gas & Richard K. Sullivan Jr. had in March and April – but we’re ready for it,” Electric to install later this month, At-large Councilor Dave Flaherty Egloff said. was approved unanimously by the agreed that the tournaments were AFG is one of three FEMA grant programs that Park & Recreation Committee in great events for the city. “Thank you focus on enhancing the safety of the public and fire- March. The scoreboard will feature dan, thank you for all your years of fighters with respect to fire and fire-related hazards. LED lighting, changeable home and service. People don’t realize how The AFG-S Program accomplishes this by providing away team names and will be wire- much time goes into running leagues financial assistance directly to eligible fire depart- less. Welch said later in the year, like this. You’ve made a huge dif- ments, nonaffiliated emergency medical service orga- Babe Ruth also plans to pay to ference to the city,” Flaherty said. nizations, and State Fire Training Academies for Cindy Gaylord, kneeling, discussing head- install dugouts at Jachym Field. Ward 1 Councilor Nicholas J. critical Personal Protective Equipment and supplies stone cleaning procedures at the Old Burying “The new scoreboard will Ground. (THE WESTFIELD NEWS FILE PHOTO) improve the baseball experience for See Babe Ruth, Page 3 See FEMA Grants, Page 3 ‘Ultimate’ lecture on Red Sox slated By LORI SZEPELAK and I have remained so the rest staffers thought an author talk Correspondent of my life.” about the Boston Red Sox WESTFIELD-Sports jour- Gitlin will share his love of might be enjoyable for patrons, nalist and author Martin Gitlin the game – and the Red Sox – according to Blackburn. has “loved Boston” since a during a virtual Zoom platform “I like the Red Sox, though I family trip in his youth includ- program on Sept. 14 from 7 – am originally from Seattle,” ed a visit to Fenway Park. 8:30 p.m., sponsored by the said Blackburn, adding, “So I “When I was 10 years old my Westfield Athenaeum. His pro- also really like to see the father took the family to one of gram is titled “The Ultimate Mariners win. I am always torn our annual vacations to Presentation for Red Sox when they play each other.” Massachusetts because we Nation.” Over the years, Gitlin said he loved Boston and the state so Gitlin released his latest worked as a sports journalist much,” said Gitlin, noting he book, “The Ultimate Boston for the largest suburban daily in immediately “fell in love” with Red Sox Time Machine Book” Ohio from 1991 to 2002, cover- the cozy atmosphere of Fenway. earlier this year. ing Major League Baseball. “I was struck by how you “We can have up to 100 peo- “I covered every Indians-Red could enter Fenway right off Martin Gitlin, author of The ple in this Zoom event,” said Sox series home and away, as the street and how people were Ultimate Boston Red Sox Time Becky Blackburn, public ser- well as the Red Sox in the play- streaming in, quite a departure Machine Book, will provide an vices librarian, Westfield offs during that time,” said from mammoth and distant entertaining, virtual program Athenaeum. Gitlin, adding he now is strictly Cleveland Stadium that I was on Sept. 14, sponsored by the Blackburn added that a book author and has had more used to into which a few thou- Westfield Athenaeum. Athenaeum staff members are than 150 books published. sand fans would trickle for also putting together a special “Most of my early book work (SUBMITTED PHOTO) most games,” he said. Boston Red Sox display that was educational for students Gitlin said he was enthralled “This was 1967, the will be on view for patrons on but since 2012 I have had many when he entered Fenway, tak- Impossible Dream season and Facebook and in the library. trade books published, mostly ing in all of its nuances – from there was so much excitement,” As a “sports drought” contin- on sports,” he said. “The Green Monster” to the said Gitlin. “I immediately ues due to the coronavirus pan- “Pesky Pole.” became a huge Red Sox fan demic, Westfield Athenaeum See Lecture, Page 3 PAGE 2 - WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2020 WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM THE WESTFIELD NEWS The Cat’s Meow Baystate Noble receives achievement award sale to benefit American Heart Association Award “Baystate Noble Hospital is dedicated to improving the quality of care for our stroke patients by implementing the American Heart Homeless recognizes Baystate Noble Hospital’s Association’s Get With The Guidelines-Stroke initiative,” said Ronald Bryant, president of Baystate Noble Hospital. “The tools and resourc- commitment to quality stroke care es provided help us track and measure our success in meeting evi- Cat Project denced-based clinical guidelines developed to improve patient out- WESTFIELD - Support the comes.” WESTFIELD – Baystate Noble Hospital has received the American Westfield Homeless Cat Project and Baystate Noble Hospital additionally received the Association’s get your bling on all at the same time Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get With The Target: Type 2 Honor Roll award. To qualify for this recognition, Guidelines -Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award. The award at the Cat’s Meow jewelry and acces- hospitals must meet quality measures developed with more than 90% sories fundraiser on Oct. 3 at Choice recognizes the hospital’s commitment to ensuring stroke patients of compliance for 12 consecutive months for the “Overall Diabetes receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recog- Health, 307 East Main St., from 10 Cardiovascular Initiative Composite Score.” a.m. – 6 p.m. Facial coverings and nized, research-based guidelines based on the latest scientific evi- “We are pleased to recognize Baystate Noble Hospital for their dence. social distancing will be required at commitment to stroke care,” said Lee H. Schwamm, M.D., national this event. WHCP is also accepting Baystate Noble Hospital earned the award by meeting specific qual- chairperson of the Quality Oversight Committee. “Research has ity achievement measures for the diagnosis and treatment of stroke donations of gently used jewelry and shown that hospitals adhering to clinical measures through the Get accessories. Donations can be patients at a set level for a designated period. These measures include With The Guidelines quality improvement initiative can often see evaluation of the proper use of medications and other stroke treat- dropped off at 1124 East Mount Road fewer readmissions and lower mortality rates.” or contact Denise at 413-568-6964. ments aligned with the most up-to-date, evidence-based guidelines According to the American Heart Association/American Stroke with the goal of speeding recovery and reducing death and disability For more information visit Westfield Association, stroke is the No. 5 cause of death and a leading cause of Homeless Cat Project Adoptions on for stroke patients. Before discharge, patients should also receive adult disability in the United States. On average, someone in the U.S. education on managing their health, get a follow-up visit scheduled, Facebook or email DeniseSinico@ suffers a stroke every 40 seconds and nearly 795,000 people suffer a hotmail.com. as well as other care transition interventions. new or recurrent stroke each year. Police Logs Major crime and incident report found person on-line who agreed to help her upon receipt of a patrol officer reports he observed a bicyclist performing Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2020 pre-payment by gift cards but did not provide useful assis- ‘wheelies” while riding eastbound in the westbound lane WESTFIELD tance; and causing approaching traffic to take evasive actions, the 10:19 a.m.: assist other agency, Noble Hospital, 90 Court 8:37 p.m.: found property, Munger Hill School, Mallard rider was advised of the hazards of such behavior and an St., officers detailed to transport a person required at Lane, a caller reports a yellow mountain bike has appar- incident report was filed . Westfield District Court report the man was delivered there ently been abandoned near the back door of the school, the without incident; responding officer reports the bike was stored for safe keep- SOUTHWICK 11:29 a.m.: animal complaint, Mechanic Street, an ani- ing; 10:12 a.m.: officer wanted, Depot Street, a resident mal control officer reports that she spoke with a resident 8:48 p.m.: city ordinance violation, a patrol officer requested information regarding obtaining a trespass notice; about her need to provide shelter to the dogs tethered out- reports he observed a group of men sitting on a curb and 11:32 a.m.: officer wanted, Wynnfield Circle, a resident side and also pointed out that her residence is not zoned for three were drinking from beer cans, the officer reports that reports receiving several calls from someone stating it is the chickens, the ACO reports that the resident said that the when he approached he observed empty beer cans and nip social security office, police advised the resident not to give animals belong to her son who is moving away from the liquor bottles strewn around with unopened alcohol con- out any information; city on Friday and will take them with him; tainers in plain view, the officer reports the three men are 12:27 p.m.: suspicious activity, College Highway, a 11:38 a.m.: animal complaint, Old Stage Road, a woman “frequently the source of calls for disturbances because of mortgage company maintenance employee reports when who had adopted a dog from the municipal animal shelter their loud, obnoxious behavior,” city ordinance violation entering a property the front door was open and banging returned to surrender the dog due to a conflict between the citations for consuming alcohol in public were issued to noises could be heard; new dog and her existing pet; each man; 2:39 p.m.: unwanted guest, College Highway, a store 12:53 p.m.: assist other department, West Silver Street, 9:16 p.m.: loitering, Williams Street, a supervisory offi- manager reports an unwanted customer refusing to leave multiple callers report a possible water main break in front cer reports he was advised of persons sleeping at the pavil- after purchasing a dog collar without a battery, she wished of the middle school, the responding officers confirmed the ion of a social club, the responding officer reports he found to return the collar and the store would not take it back, break and set up barriers to divert traffic, see story in the two persons sleeping and the female party said that they police advised the customer to contact Westfield District Friday, Sept. 4, edition of The Westfield News; were playing Pokemon on their phones as the area is rich in Court; 6:10 p.m.: fraud, Michael Drive, a caller reports she was Pokemons to hunt, the officers advised them that they were 8:40 p.m.: Assist motorist, Prifti Park, police assisted a victimized by a telephone scam, the responding officer trespassing on private property and sent them on their ways: motorist who was locked out of a vehicle. reports the victim sought help with a computer problem and 9:46 p.m.: traffic complaint, Chapel Street at Elm Street, Court Logs Westfield District Court drugs, reckless operation of a motor vehicle, possession of a on a charge of assault and battery on a family or household Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2020 Class A drug and three charges of possession of a Class E drug member brought by Westfield police. George H. Lyttle, 46, of 140 Russell Road, Westfield, was brought by Westfield police. Jaeden N. Rivera, 18, of 426 Broadway St., Chicopee, was released on his personal recognizance with pretrial conditions Robert S. Serre, 60, of 78 Knollwood Drive, Westfield, 60, released on his personal recognizance pending a Nov. 12 pre- pending an Oct. 10 pretrial hearing after he was arraigned on was released on his personal recognizance with pretrial condi- trial hearing after he was arraigned on a charge of malicious charges of operating a motor vehicle under the influence of tions pending an Oct. 6 pretrial hearing after he was arraigned damage to a motor vehicle brought by Westfield police.

THIS DAY IN HISTORY Wed., Sept. 9, 2020 is the 253rd day of the year. 113 days remain until the end of the year.

1791 – Washington, D.C., the capital of the 1940 – George Stibitz pioneers the first re- 1972 – In Kentucky's Mammoth Cave Na- songwriter, guitarist, and producer ON THIS DAY United States, is named after President mote operation of a computer. tional Park, a Cave Research Foundation 1976 – Joey Newman, American com- George Washington. 1940 – Treznea Massacre in Transylvania. exploration and mapping team discovers a poser and conductor – Arminius' alliance of six Germanic 9 AD 1801 – Alexander I of Russia confirms the 1942 – World War II: A Japanese floatplane link between the Mammoth and Flint Ridge 1977 – Kyle Snyder, American baseball tribes ambushes and annihilates three Ro- privileges of Baltic provinces. drops incendiary bombs on Oregon. cave systems, making it the longest known player and coach man legions of Publius Quinctilius Varus in 1839 – John Herschel takes the first glass 1943 – World War II: The Allies land at cave passageway in the world. the Battle of the Teutoburg Forest. 1978 – Kurt Ainsworth, American base- plate photograph. Salerno and Taranto, Italy. 1990 – Batticaloa massacre: Massacre of ball player and businessman, co-founded 337 – Constantine II, Constantius II, and 1845 – Possible start of the Great Potato 1944 – World War II: The Fatherland Front 184 Tamil civilians by the Sri Lankan Army Marucci Sports Constans succeed their father Constantine Famine. takes power in Bulgaria through a military in Batticaloa District. I as co-emperors. The Roman Empire is di- 1978 – Shane Battier, American basket- 1850 – California is admitted as the thirty- coup in the capital and armed rebellion in 1991 – Tajikistan declares independence ball player and sportscaster vided between the three Augusti. first U.S. state. the country. A new pro-Soviet government from the Soviet Union. 533 – A Byzantine army of 15,000 men un- 1979 – Nikki DeLoach, American actress 1850 – The Compromise of 1850 transfers is established. 1993 – Israeli–Palestinian peace process: and singer der Belisarius lands at Caput Vada (modern a third of Texas's claimed territory (now 1945 – Second Sino-Japanese War: The The Palestine Liberation Organization offi- Tunisia) and marches to Carthage. 1980 – Todd Coffey, American baseball parts of Colorado, Kansas, New Mexico, Empire of Japan formally surrenders to cially recognizes Israel as a legitimate state. player 1000 – Battle of Svolder, Viking Age. Oklahoma, and Wyoming) to federal control China. 2001 – Ahmad Shah Massoud, leader of 1087 – William Rufus becomes King of 1980 – Michelle Williams, American in return for the U.S. federal government 1947 – First case of a computer bug being the Northern Alliance, is assassinated in Af- actress England, taking the title William II, (reigned assuming $10 million of Texas's pre-annex- found: A moth lodges in a relay of a Harvard ghanistan by two al-Qaeda assassins who until 1100). 1982 – John Kuhn, American football ation debt. Mark II computer at Harvard University. claimed to be Arab journalists wanting an player 1141 – Yelü Dashi, the Liao dynasty general 1855 – Crimean War: The Siege of Sevas- 1948 – Kim Il-sung declares the establish- interview. who founded the Qara Khitai, defeats the 1983 – Kyle Davies, American baseball topol comes to an end when Russian forces ment of the Democratic People's Republic 2002 – The Rafiganj train wreck happened player Seljuq and Kara-Khanid forces at the Battle abandon the city. of Korea (North Korea). in Bihar, India. – Edwin Jackson, American base- of Qatwan. 1863 – American Civil War: The Union Army 1954 – The 6.7 Mw Chlef earthquake 2009 – The Dubai Metro, the first urban 1983 1320 – In the Battle of Saint George, the enters Chattanooga, Tennessee. shakes northern Algeria with a maximum train network in the Arabian Peninsula, is ball player Byzantines under Andronikos Asen ambush 1892 – Amalthea, third moon of Jupiter is Mercalli intensity of XI (Extreme). At least ceremonially inaugurated. 1984 – Brad Guzan, American soccer and defeat the forces of the Principality of discovered by Edward Emerson Barnard. 1,243 people were killed and 5,000 were 2012 – The Indian space agency puts into player Achaea, securing possession of Arcadia. 1914 – World War I: The creation of the Ca- injured. orbit its heaviest foreign satellite yet, in a 1985 – Martin Johnson, American sing- 1488 – Anne becomes sovereign Duchess nadian Automobile Machine Gun Brigade, 1956 – Elvis Presley appears on The Ed streak of 21 consecutive successful PSLV er-songwriter, guitarist, and producer of Brittany, becoming a central figure in the the first fully mechanized unit in the British Sullivan Show for the first time. launches. 1985 – J. R. Smith, American basketball struggle for influence that leads to the union Army. 1965 – The United States Department of 2012 – A wave of attacks kill more than 100 player of Brittany and France. 1922 – The Greco-Turkish War effectively Housing and Urban Development is estab- people and injure 350 others across Iraq. 1986 – Keith Yandle, American hockey 1493 – Battle of Krbava Field, a decisive de- ends with Turkish victory over the Greeks lished. 2015 – Elizabeth II became the longest player feat of Croats in Croatian struggle against in Smyrna. 1965 – Hurricane Betsy makes its second reigning monarch of the United Kingdom. 1988 – Will Middlebrooks, American the invasion by the Ottoman Empire. 1923 – Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder landfall near New Orleans, leaving 76 dead 2016 – The government of North Korea baseball player 1513 – James IV of Scotland is defeated of the Republic of Turkey, founds the Re- and $1.42 billion ($10–12 billion in 2005 conducts its fifth and reportedly biggest 1989 – Alfonzo Dennard, American foot- and dies in the Battle of Flodden, ending publican People's Party. dollars) in damages, becoming the first hur- nuclear test. World leaders condemn the ball player Scotland's involvement in the War of the 1924 – Hanapepe massacre occurs on ricane to cause over $1 billion in unadjusted act, with South Korea calling it "maniacal 1989 – Casey Hayward, American foot- League of Cambrai. Kauai, Hawaii. damage. recklessness". ball player 1543 – Mary Stuart, at nine months old, is 1936 – The crews of Portuguese Navy frig- 1966 – The National Traffic and Motor Ve- 1990 – Haley Reinhart, American singer- crowned "Queen of Scots" in the central ate NRP Afonso de Albuquerque and de- hicle Safety Act is signed into law by U.S. TODAY'S songwriter and actress Scottish town of Stirling. stroyer Dão mutinied against the Salazar President Lyndon B. Johnson. 1990 – Andrew Smith, American basket- 1561 – The ultimately unsuccessful Collo- dictatorship's support of General Franco's 1969 – In Canada, the Official Languages BIRTHDAYS ball player (d. 2016) quy of Poissy opens in an effort to reconcile coup and declared their solidarity with the Act comes into force, making French equal 1991 – Lauren Daigle, American contem- French Catholics and Protestants. Spanish Republic. to English throughout the Federal govern- 1971 – Eric Stonestreet, American actor porary Christian music singer and song- 1739 – Stono Rebellion, the largest slave 1939 – World War II: The Battle of Hel be- ment. 1971 – Henry Thomas, American actor writer[9][10] uprising in Britain's mainland North Ameri- gins, the longest-defended pocket of Polish 1970 – A British airliner is hijacked by the and guitarist 1991 – Hunter Hayes, American singer- can colonies prior to the American Revolu- Army resistance during the German inva- Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine 1972 – Mike Hampton, American base- songwriter and guitarist tion, erupts near Charleston, South Caro- sion of Poland. and flown to Dawson's Field in Jordan. ball player and coach – Crazy Mary Dobson, American lina. 1993 1939 – Burmese national hero U Ottama 1971 – The four-day Attica Prison riot be- 1972 – Goran Višnjić, Croatian-American wrestler 1776 – The Continental Congress officially dies in prison after a hunger strike to protest gins, eventually resulting in 39 dead, most actor names its union of states the United States. Britain's colonial government. killed by state troopers retaking the prison. 1974 – Marcos Curiel, American singer- THE WESTFIELD NEWS WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2020 - PAGE 3 Commission Babe Ruth Continued from Page 1 Continued from Page 1 runs the annual the Ghost He has also worked on FEMA Morganelli Jr. concurred. “All my kids have played ball. We Tours, has organized the Hazard mitigation grants, and can all attest to the quality of fields we have here in Westfield. cleaning of burial stones at stormwater best practices. It’s really a gem we have here in our city,” he said, adding, the Old Burying Ground, and She said Fagnon has been “I’m looking forward to seeing that scoreboard lit up.” was co-chair of the Westfield involved in several major Morganelli also thanked the fans who support Babe Ruth, 350 historical and education geotechnical projects and which allowed them to “have funds in the coffers to do this.” committee. She also repre- stormwater improvements, At-large Councilor Dan Alliie also thanked Welch. sents the commission on the including the Congamond “Westfield is a baseball town. My son played in Westfield Community Preservation Road reconstruction working North, and even went to the state championship. Little League Committee. Her top priorities with the Southwick and Babe Ruth means a lot to these young people and families are preserving historical doc- Conservation Committee, and and people who participate. Dan Welch and these committees uments and Westfield historic on a designated emergency have done so much, and have really done an amazing job, to buildings, Harris said.. access through an environ- host this within a few years. The job you’ve done really “Absolutely, super big, mentally sensitive area at speaks to the calibre and quality of the program,” Allie said, yes,” Flaherty said when he Holyoke Community College. adding, “The community really comes together behind this voted. Fagnon is a member of the thing. Thank you for all you’ve given to this community. This Harris said Gaylord also American Society of Civil is amazing.” recommended the three-year Engineers and Institute for reappointment of Carlene Sustainable Infrastructure. Bannish, an active member of Harris said he brings his Lecture the HIstorical Commission experience blended with Continued from Page 1 since 2014. Banish served as practicality to serve the resi- secretary of the commission dents of Westfield in his role That wealth of knowledge serves him well as he is now for three years and treasurer as commissioner. focused on presenting fun, informative and enlightening author for the past two years. She WSU Professor of Biology talks about baseball and the Boston Red Sox in particular. created the Whipping Around David A. Doe, seeking a one- “When Rowman and Littlefield asked me to turn my baseball Westfield app, and has served year reappointment, has franchise history idea into a series of books and asked me as a guide for the Walking served the Conservation which team I wanted to write about, I jumped at the chance to around Westfield Tour. She Commission since 2004, and choose my hometown Indians and Red Sox,” said Gitlin. has also worked on the resto- has been chair for many During Gitlin’s presentation, he promises to keep viewers ration of the Old Burying years, Harris said. According engaged through Red Sox trivia questions – from the Royal Ground, and the Wyben one- to Doe, the members of the Rooters to World Series championships. room schoolhouse. commission work very well “They will also enjoy many videos highlighting Red Sox his- Several members of the together, using their com- tory going back well over a century,” said Gitlin, adding, “the Conservation Commission bined many years of experi- greatest and most intriguing teams, players, seasons, events and were also up for reappoint- ence, and understanding of moments.” ments, including Carl W. the importance of the Gitlin said his presentation will conclude with a question- Grobe, who was seeking a Wetlands Protection Act, yet and-answer period, and autographed and personalized copies of two-year term. Grobe is a balancing it with the other his book will be available online following the program. professor of Biology at considerations necessary for Happy Birthday! The Red Sox book is $18 autographed, personalized and Westfield State University, the city to thrive. Doe has shipped for free from Gitlin’s etsy.com page (type in and has expertise in the envi- also worked with the On a bright Sunday afternoon, an 80th birthday party GitlinBooks). The link is https://www.etsy.com/list- ronmental fields, having a Westfield Watershed was held honoring Sylvia Ashley of Westfield. Her ing/802451541/ultimate-boston-red-sox-time- Ph.D. in botany; wetland Association, and previously family and friends enjoyed a get together with an out- machine?ref=shop_home_active_4&frs=1. plants, mapping of current served on the Westfield door meal complete with cake and ice cream. (DON To register for Gitlin’s talk, call (413) 568-7833 or visit and historical wetland areas. School Committee for many WIELGUS PHOTO) www.westath.org for details on how to access the virtual pro- Grobe is a member of the years, 1992 to 2003; and is a gram. Westfield River Watershed member of the Board of Association. Harris said dur- Directors of Stanley Park and FEMA Grants ing his time on the commis- Grandmother’s Garden.. sion, he has become familiar Harris said as the Wetlands Continued from Page 1 with local, state, and federal Protection Act can incite needed to prevent, prepare faced in the last 15-20 years tions have washers for fire- “It would take 3-4 days to regulations concerning wet- strong emotions, Doe is a for, and respond to the is a lot of cancer,” Egloff said. fighters, but no dryers. dry, even in our boiler room, lands, and seeks an accept- calming presence on the com- COVID-19 public health “Firefighters can be protected “You can’t put it in a tum- which is warm,” Egloff noted. able balance between protect- mission, and his historical emergency. simply by washing their ble dryer,” Egloff said. “It “With the gear dryer, they ing the wetland areas and the knowledge is invaluable. A second grant for approxi- gear.” ruins them because of the will be dry the same day.” development needs of the city “We are so fortunate to mately $30,000 was also Egloff said at one time, many layers, so they have to Dryers will be located in and its citizens. Grobe has have individuals of this cali- received recently. Co-written having dirty gear was a badge hang dry.” each station. almost completed certifica- ber volunteer for these boards. by Deputy Chief Eric Bishop, of honor, but today it is the Until now, firefighters “We hope this will slow tion through the Mass. Assoc. In Dr. Doe’s case, I thought these funds will be used to opposite. Westfield Fire head- would wash their gear, then down cancer in the fire ser- of Conservation he was qualified in 2004 purchase gear dryers, which quarters and the two substa- air dry. vice,” said Egloff. Commissions, Harris said. when I nominated him, and will go far in protecting per- Before voting, Ward 6 he’s even more qualified sonnel from cancer-causing Councilor William Onysk today,” said At-large chemicals. said he was going to say the Councilor Rick Sullivan. “What the fire service has same thing about all of the Ward 5 Councilor John J. EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT Conservation Commission Beltrandi, III said he has dealt reappointments. “All three of with Dr. Doe as both a con- 4:00pm - 7:00pm these folks are very skilled, tractor and a city councilor. “I highly educated, practical, couldn’t ask for anyone more CAR HOP SERVICE! know all the rules and regula- level headed than him,” tions, know environmental Beltrandi said. “Be thankful Music... Food... science, and know what has that we have people like him Sponsored by: Greene Kraft Boat Works and Fun! CAR to get done in the city.They who are willing to step up,” HOPS do a great job. I’ve been he added. 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What’s happening this week State House News Service BOSTON - Lawmakers made clear in August that Employers face ‘staggering’ Massachusetts can wait a little longer for solutions to social justice and policing, climate change, health care, transporta- tion, housing, and the state's highest-in-the-nation jobless rate. The elections - that's a different story. Since recessing formal sessions on July 31, most legislators have been on break or hike in unemployment taxes focusing on primary races. Now, Secretary of State William Galvin is hustling to get the Nov. 3 general election ballot By CHRIS LISINSKI together and out to overseas voters to comply with federal State House News Service deadlines. Many lawmakers will spend the next eight weeks BOSTON — With unemployment campaigning for themselves or their colleagues or engaging in soaring, state lawmakers are considering the race for the White House between President Trump and Joe ways to soften the blow from a major Biden. The state on Thursday hits the six-month anniversary impending increase in the taxes employ- of life under a pandemic state of emergency and Friday marks ers pay toward the state's unemployment the 19th anniversary of another event that changed the course system, a jump in costs that one busi- of life here and around the world - the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks ness group described as a "pretty stag- on the United States. As students and families warily prepare gering." to blend a new academic year into their pandemic life sched- With the unemployment insurance ules, a major undertaking complicated by distressing condi- trust fund suddenly facing a multibil- tions in the child care industry, House Speaker Robert DeLeo lion-dollar deficit over the next four and Senate President Karen Spilka have given no indication of years, the contributions required from when they will call lawmakers back to Beacon Hill to deal Massachusetts businesses are set to with the major issues before five conference committees or a increase nearly 60 percent when the months-late fiscal 2021 budget. The twice-weekly informal calendar turns to 2021 and then continue session routine is on tap again next week. The unofficial offi- growing at a smaller rate through 2024. cial line from legislative leaders is that six-member conference Those higher taxes -- estimated at an committees are working hard and making progress, but since average of $319 more per qualifying meetings or other communications between the negotiators are employee next year -- will be due start- not public, there's no way to know for sure what's happening, ing in April, raising concerns that the or how hard and often lawmakers are working on the bills. sharp uptick will put a drag on the eco- Massachusetts officials project that the unemployment insurance trust fund defi- Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2020 nomic recovery from the ongoing cit will grow to more than $2.4 billion by the end of the year, prompting a nearly SUPREME JUDICIAL COURT: Supreme Judicial Court COVID-prompted recession and make it 60 percent increase in the contributions that employers pay to keep benefits flow- hears oral arguments in the cases Commonwealth vs. Daniel more difficult for employers to bring ing to the jobless. (CHRIS LISINSKI/SHNS) Nash, Commonwealth vs. Joseph Elibert, Denise Doherty vs. back jobs they cut. Massachusetts Civil Service Commission, Commonwealth vs. Christopher Carlozzi, state director period in 2019. The current outlook has revived Joden Terrell, Commonwealth vs. Gabriel Lopez, Maureen for the National Federation of The account used to pay those claims broader debate about the state's unem- Blake vs. Hometown America Communities, Inc. and William Independent Business Massachusetts, was not equipped for the sudden surge. ployment system and whether its eligi- Roberts vs. Hingham District Court. The arguments will be said his group and the employers with At the end of July, it was already $748 bility and benefit levels need to be conducted by videoconference and streamed live. (Wednesday, which it works view the projected million in the red, and the Baker admin- reformed. 9 a.m.) increases as "a looming crisis." istration projected in an August quarter- Carlozzi, whose group has been push- PRIM BOARD: Massachusetts Pension Reserves Investment "It's almost a Catch-22," Carlozzi said ly report that the shortfall will grow to ing for changes to UI infrastructure for Management Board meets to get an update from Executive in an interview. "You want these busi- nearly $2.5 billion by the end of the years, said the forthcoming strain makes Director Michael Trotsky, to discuss Trotsky's fiscal year 2020 nesses creating jobs. Now you're mak- year. a clear case that Beacon Hill should performance and the board's goals for him in fiscal 2021, and ing it prohibitively more expensive to Each of the following four years will consider raising the bar for benefits and to get updates on investments, finances and administration. create a new job by increasing the tax on also run negative, officials estimate, lowering the requirements on employ- Treasurer Deborah Goldberg chairs the meeting. (Wednesday, employers simply to employ people." pushing the five-year total to a roughly ers. 9:30 a.m., email [email protected] for The Legislature has on occasion $20 billion net deficit -- an outlook that He pointed to a December access) stepped in to prevent a significant is somewhat better than the $27 billion 2019 report from The Tax Foundation, a GOVERNOR'S COUNCIL: Governor's Council meets in a increase from hitting employers, but it's net deficit projected in the previous think tank that broadly supports lower virtual assembly. A vote is possible on confirmation of Tamara unclear if it will do so this year. quarterly update issued in May. tax burdens, that placed Massachusetts Lee Ricciardone as an Industrial Accident Board administra- Lawmakers continue to weigh ideas to To help prevent the fund from becom- dead last among states in a nationwide tive judge for a term expiring in 2025. (Wednesday, 12 accelerate economic growth. ing insolvent, the average cost per ranking based on its rates and its $15,000 p.m., YouTube live stream) During the Great Recession, lawmak- employee is estimated to increase from taxable wage base. STAT HEALTH TECH SUMMIT: STAT kicks off the first ers and former Gov. Deval Patrick $539 in 2020 at rate schedule E to $858 "It is something lawmakers may want day of a virtual health and tech summit with panels exploring agreed to several consecutive years of in 2021 at rate schedule G. Officials to consider at this point because it's how technology could help address the COVID-19 pandemic unemployment insurance rate freezes expect to remain at the highest rate going to be a difficult tax to pay for and how collecting information through new devices and tech- amid projections that the rate schedule schedule through 2024, topping out at employers, especially those looking to nologies will change medicine. Guests and panelists include would climb to the highest allowable an average cost per employee of $925 in get people back working again under industry executives, researchers and policymakers. level. the final year of projections. very difficult circumstances," Carlozzi (Wednesday, 1 p.m., Online) A key lawmaker said this week that Carolyn Ryan, senior vice president said. "They really haven't had an appe- COMPTROLLER'S ADVISORY BOARD: Comptroller's the anticipated increase in 2021 might of policy and research for the Greater tite to do it, but it might be the time." Advisory Board meets remotely to discuss the office's COVID- not come to pass. Boston Chamber of Commerce, said her Labor organizations have often resist- 19 response, a BEST project update, and the outlook for the Sen. Patricia Jehlen, who co-chairs group's members are also worried about ed calls to restructure the system, accounting close of fiscal year 2020, which will be the first the Labor and Workforce Development the impact of the higher contributions describing unemployment benefits as a one handled by new Comptroller William McNamara, a Committee, told the News Service she amid a recession. key crutch to keep workers afloat during Norwood native and former Fidelity Investments executive. believes the Legislature will look to She and other business leaders are challenging times and promote eco- There's been no word from Beacon Hill leaders about a close- freeze rates on employers to limit the weighing possible advocacy efforts, but nomic development. out fiscal 2020 budget, the tardiness of which has been a point additional strain, but stressed that Ryan warned that the unemployment Phineas Baxandall, a senior analyst at of contention in recent years. This year the situation is even because of the size of the shortfall, the taxes are "probably the first of many the left-leaning Massachusetts Budget more complicated since the state is still collecting fiscal 2020 federal government will need to play a bills" from the pandemic -- an economic and Policy Center, argued that agreeing taxes and booking them back to last fiscal year, a process that role in any solution. crisis she said will likely surpass the to scale back the system would only set will ultimately help determine whether lawmakers and Gov. "Traditionally, and I think we would Great Recession -- that Massachusetts the state up to fall short at protecting its Baker will need to address a deficit or a surplus. State Auditor want to do this again, we would need to will need to pay. residents from future economic harm. Bump attends. Full agenda and access information. freeze," Jehlen said. "We would love to Lawmakers have yet to even embark "To me, one of the real lessons from (Wednesday, 2 p.m., Online) freeze rather than allowing it to go up on debate over an annual budget with a the last months is how the unemploy- ATLANTIC FISHERIES: National Oceanic and Atmospheric during a recovery because so many four-month interim spending plan cur- ment system has saved the Massachusetts Administration's fisheries division hosts a meeting of the businesses are in trouble. But we really rently in place, and while tax collections economy from freefall," Baxandall said. Northwest Atlantic Fisheries Organization (NAFO) need help from the feds to make that are holding up early in fiscal 2021 "It has saved us from a chain reaction in Consultative Committee to "ensure that the interests of U.S. possible." experts previously said the state could which layoffs erase consumer demand stakeholders in the fisheries of the Northwest Atlantic Ocean "Like everything else, we're just total- fall billions of dollars short of pre-pan- and even workers with jobs cease spend- are adequately represented" at the NAFO annual meeting. ly dependent on the federal government demic tax revenue estimates. ing because they're just a pink slip away (Wednesday, 3 p.m.) in this situation," she added. "There's going to have to be shared from destitution." COVID COURT FUNDING: Analysts from the Pew Over the first six months of the pain. It's probably some budget cuts, A key factor in the current situation, Charitable Trusts Civil Legal System Modernization team will COVID-19 pandemic, Massachusetts -- probably some borrowing, probably he said, is that the trust fund did not discuss federal pass-through funds, or state-administered fed- like many other states -- faced an some revenue raisers in the mix of build up stronger reserves during years eral funds, that court systems could use to build, expand and unprecedented level of demand for job- those," Ryan said. "It's going to be pain- of growth following the most recent support their services. The panel features Karen Lash, former lessness benefits and demand remains ful no matter what. That's the really recession -- something he tied directly executive director of the White House Legal Aid Interagency high. The state paid more than $4 billion sobering part of this. It's stuff that, if I to advocacy by business-friendly Roundtable and director of the Justice in Government Project; in aid between January and July, com- were in charge, would keep me up at Jackie Waters, NH eCourt program director for New pared to just $812 million over the same night." See Taxes, Page 5 Hampshire; and Aja Brooks, director of the Center for Self Help and Dispute Resolution for the Second Judicial District Court in Albuquerque, N.M. (Wednesday, 3 p.m.) JACOB BLAKE SOLIDARITY MARCH: Mass. Action Against Police Brutality plans a "Massachusetts to Kenosha" Justice For Jacob Blake rally and march starting outside the State House. The rally, in solidarity with the family of Jacob Blake - a Black man who was shot multiple times by police in

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(413)562-4181 www.thewestfieldnews.com THE WESTFIELD NEWS WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2020 - PAGE 5 Taxes Continued from Page 4 groups. Obituaries Massachusetts for years has fallen short of a ratio between [email protected] • 413-562-4181 / Ext. 118 benefit costs and wages, referred to as the average high cost multiple, phased in by federal regulations. • Obituaries online at: westfieldnews.com/categories/obituaries "We're coming off of the longest-ever recorded economic expansion, and yet our reserves were not particularly strong," Helen Johnson Baxandall said. "That's not because the system that was created WESTFIELD – Helen Wydra Johnson, was flawed. It was because the system that was created was not 91, (May 5, 1929 – September 6, 2020) allowed to work. Time after time, these same kinds of business passed away peacefully on Sunday, organizations suspended the smaller increases in the payroll tax September 6th. She was born and raised that were meant to keep our unemployment trust fund well- funded." in Westfield, daughter of the late Mary States with stronger performance qualify for interest-free (Sczesna) and Zygmunt Wydra. Helen advances from the federal government. In 2019, Massachusetts graduated from Westfield High School needed a trust fund balance of $3.93 billion to meet that thresh- in 1946, and went on to work for the old, but the account totaled only $1 billion at the end of the year. Bell (AT&T) Phone Company as a tele- That carries further cost implications during the COVID reces- phone operator until her marriage to sion: according to U.S. Treasury data, Massachusetts has already Harold W. Johnson in 1954. Helen was a received nearly $1.3 billion in loans from the federal government very accomplished seamstress, cook and to cover the trust fund as of Friday, which will eventually incur artist, as well as a quiet and modest woman. She loved her interest. The current interest is 2.4 percent, according to the animals and plants, especially orchids and butterflies. Most Treasury. recently, Helen lived at Heritage Woods Assisted Living in The state Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Agawam, where she enjoyed reading, bingo, crafts, concerts Development anticipates interest payments on any unpaid fed- and word puzzles. She was mother to four children who loved eral advances would be due starting in September 2021. her dearly, and is survived by her three loving daughters, Linda "The Department of Unemployment Assistance continues to Friedrich, (Kristian), of Westfield, Nancy Emanuel, (Barton), Lost Cat monitor the latest trust fund projections and will continue to of Manassas, Virginia, and Theresa, “Terry” Goodrich, (David), Pictured above is the Bengal who got loose Saturday work with state and federal partners to ensure that financial ben- of Wilbraham. Helen is survived by six grandchildren: Marissa morning in the Shaker Heights area – vicinity of efits are delivered and funded during these unprecedented cir- and Thomas Emanuel, Katie and Lauren Johnson, and Sara Munger Hill School. He is reddish brown with cumstances," EOLWD spokesperson Charles Pearce said in a and Carly Goodrich. She is also survived by her older sister, brown spots. He is shy and won’t allow anyone to brief statement. Leocadia “Lottie” Straughn of Windsor Locks, CT. Her pick him up. If you see him, please call me at 413 As lawmakers look toward the federal government for help, 427-2812. Thank you. Ryan cautioned against overreliance on dollars that Massachusetts beloved son, Paul, predeceased her in 2002 and her husband, will need to pay back. Harold, predeceased her in 2014. Helen’s funeral Mass cele- "While it's helpful to have (the federal government) fill in and brating her life will take place on Friday, September 11th at the magnitude of some of these expenses can only be filled by 11am at Holy Trinity Church. Burial will follow in St. Mary’s the federal government, it's not free money," she said. Cemetery, Southampton Rd., Westfield. Donations in Helen’s Send your briefs to The Westfield News With more than 1.7 million claims for standard or expanded honor may be directed to the Dakin Humane Society in WESTFIELD — Now, more than ever, our readers want to know unemployment insurance since the start of the pandemic, Springfield. www.firtionadams.com about your business. As we slowly bring back local businesses, it is Massachusetts residents have leaned heavily on the system. The important to share what you offer, when and how people can make state has topped national rankings in unemployment rate for each purchases or utilize your services and just know that you are open. of the past two months, at 17.7 percent in June and 16.1 percent Are you hosting online events or offer remote services? We want in July. This Week to know! The higher assessments are also scheduled to kick in at the Continued from Page 4 Send your briefs and photos to pressreleases@thewestfield news. same time that workers gain access to paid family and medical Kenosha, Wisconsin, last month - is organized in conjunction com leave under a 2018 law. Payroll taxes of 0.75 percent to fund with families of Massachusetts individuals killed by police. those forthcoming benefits started on Oct. 1. Among their demands, the group wants Gov. Baker to "immedi- ately assign a special prosecutor to reopen all past cases of police brutality in Massachusetts." Large protests this summer Westfield City Hall closed were touched off by the killing of George Floyd by police in Minneapolis, and organizers of this Boston event say that after WESTFIELD – Westfield City Hall and municipal buildings Blake's death, "despite ongoing protests, an insidious culture are closed to the public until further notice. continues to pervade the police in our society." Local family Staff continue to work inside City Hall and anyone needing to members supporting Wednesday's rally, according to organizers, do city business should call individual offices with questions. A include Carla Sheffield, mother of Burrell Ramsey-White, killed list of city departments, emails and phone numbers is available by Boston police in 2012; Rahimah Rahim, mother of Usaamah online at cityofwestfield.org. Rahim, killed by a Boston police detective and an FBI agent in 2015; Hope Coleman, mother of Terrence Coleman, killed by In Loving Memory of Boston Police in 2016; Jennifer Root Bannon, sister of Juston Can You Help Sarah? Root, killed by Boston Police in February 2020; along with the Sarah Helps Seniors Justice for Eurie Stamps Sr. Group. Stamps, who was killed by Framingham Police in 2011, was cited as an example by law- Can makers this summer looking to restrict the use of no-knock war- rants in their policing reform bill. (Wednesday, 5 p.m., outside You the State House) 18TH ESSEX HOUSE DISTRICT FUNDRAISER: Attorney Help General Maura Healey headlines a "Women for Tram" virtual campaign fundraiser in support of Democratic Rep. Tram Sarah? Nguyen of Andover, who is seeking a second term representing www.sarahgillett.org www.sarahgillett.org the 18th Essex District. She will face Republican Jeffrey Richard G. 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Fund is an official charity of the Boston Red Sox, the Massachusetts They are going to be look- Chiefs of Police Association, the Pan-Mass Challenge, and the ing for a new group leader YMCA of Greater Westfield offers free MIGHTY Variety Children's Charity of New England. Since 1948, the gen- next year. If interested, please erosity of millions of people has helped the Jimmy Fund save call George Wheeler @ 569- countless lives and reduce the burden of cancer for patients and 3854 or Friendship Tours @ Pediatric Weight Management Program families worldwide. Follow the Jimmy Fund on Facebook, 1-800-243-1630. WESTFIELD – The YMCA) program; Now 95th percentile for body mass Twitter and Instagram: @TheJimmyFund. YMCA of Greater Westfield, enrolling children between index (BMI), provide a medi- in collaboration with Baystate the ages of 10-13. Classes cal clearance form signed by Health, is offering the will be held on Tuesdays their health care provider and MIGHTY (Moving, from 4-6 pm. attend a registration session, Improving, and Gaining MIGHTY, funded by a Thursday, Oct. 8 at 4p.m. Health Together at the grant from Kohl’s Cares, is with the child at the YMCA WE HAVE MOVED! an evidence-based, multi- of Greater Westfield. component pediatric weight Registration is open. management program for Space is limited. To regis- The Westfield News & The Pennysaver children with a body mass ter, contact YMCA of Greater index above the 95th percen- Westfield, Cindy Agan, has MOVED to a New Office! tile. This free program meets Health & Wellness director, twice per month, over a six- 413-568-8631, cagan@west- month period. 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HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2020: Discriminating and introspective, you’re drawn to a challenge. Easily bored, you often make life more difficult for yourself, but this year you succeed remarkably well in your career and financ- es, and you sort out the personal as the year ends. If single, you keep to yourself this year after a big disappointment. If DUSTIN By Steve Kelley and Jeff Parker attached, your partner likes to nurture you, and your private bond intensifies this year. SAGITTARIUS wants to explore.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19)  You write from a deep place. It’s a good day for working on any writing project or journaling. Be aware that your thinking could be unduly influenced by matters from the past. A female relative plays a role now. Tonight: Answer long put off emails. SCARY GARY Mark Buford TAURUS (April 20-May 20)  It’s a service day. Adjust to the needs of loved ones. You teach and guide. You offer advice and support, but know when to say enough is enough. Focus on making people happy. Balance your budget. Tonight: Family members show their gratitude in surprising ways. GEMINI (May 21-June 20)  Assuming the persona best Crosswords suited to any occasion is second nature to you. Today is not a time to show the whimsical side. A serious practicality helps you best. Cleanliness and efficiency spell success. A second opinion helps DOGS of C-KENNEL Mick and Mason Mastroianni solve any problems. Tonight: Celebrate yourself. CANCER (June 21-July 22)  You wake remembering vivid dreams -- write them down. Your aspirations undergo a transformation. Background research and testing of tech- niques lead to success. Develop depth of concentration. Being alone will seem more enjoyable. Tonight: Your good work will be rewarded. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)  Conditions around you are changing, and emotions are strong -- adapt, explore. Upkeep of your surround- B.C. Mastroianni and Hart ings and attention to health are musts. Be patient with family members; make your home peaceful and safe. Tonight: Become a member of a prestigious organization. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)  A reputation as the zodiac’s worrier and worker often makes Virgos complain that their birth sign isn’t too exciting. But it is. Today helps you devel- op latent talents, be noticed by influential people, and broaden your scope of activi- ty. Tonight: Accept all invitations. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)  You must be careful of involvement in love triangles or associa- ONE BIG HAPPY Rick Detorie tions with those who have addictive ten- dencies. Letting go of a destructive love that doesn’t bring you a joy is a prelude to finding true happiness. Tonight: You are blessed with a new love connection. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)  The reputation for passion linked to your sign will be in evidence today. Your yearning for depth and inti- macy will manifest. For an even more intense bond, try exploring early child- hood memories with a loved one. Tonight: Reach out to a long-lost friend. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)  Romance has been tinged with responsibility or old regrets. The last ANDY CAPP Mahoney, Goldsmith and Garnett remnants of that pattern are passing today. Cupid will smile on you and activate potential for attracting love and happiness. Reach out to those you admire. Tonight: Dance like no one’s watching. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan 19)  Your knees, skin and teeth tend to be vulnerable. Today is an espe- cially good time for correcting bad health habits. Plenty of calcium in your diet is a must. Soybeans, Brazil nuts, almonds and pistachios are good choices for snacks. Tonight: Begin a health journal. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)  A feeling of lightness and Cryptoquip ZACK HILL John Deering and John Newcombe hope is generated. Children will show tal- ent and maturity. An exciting new creative project or new love is rich with promise. You will be liberated from old heartaches and disappointments. Tonight: Existing relationships transform for the better. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)  Today isn’t your happiest day for travel. Since you are quite domestic, you can find plenty to keep you content around your own home. Goals are more reachable and clearly defined. Friendship spans the generation gap gracefully. Tonight: Reach out to a long-lost family member. PAGE 8 - WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2020 WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM THE WESTFIELD NEWS

LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICES September 9, 15, 2020 September 9, 2020 Dear Annie Tolland Board of Appeals Town of Tolland By ANNIE LANE Notice of Hearing Board of Selectmen The Tolland Board of Appeals will hold a Pub- Public Notice lic Hearing at the TOLLANDTOWNHALL on Tax Classification Hearing Wednesday, September 23, 2020 at 6:00 P.M. concerning: The Tolland Board of Selectmen will hold a Requesting Tests Before a Visit public hearing on Monday, September 14, A petition from David and Byrna Bornstein on 2020 at 5:00 pm at the Tolland Town Hall to discuss and vote on the allocation of the prop- Dear Annie: My adult daughter, who lives in a south- fundraising days, and more. If you'd like to get involved, property located at 119 East Otter Dr.; erty tax levy among the four property classes ern state with a notoriously high incidence of the coro- you can visit www.worldalzmonth.org for more infor- TOLLAND, MA 01034 requesting a VARI- for Fiscal Year 2021. ANCE of SETBACK REQUIREMENTS of the navirus cases, informed us she would be bringing her mation. -- Alzheimer's Ally Zoning Bylaws of Tolland, MA. Eric R. Munson Jr. boyfriend to our home when she visits us at Christmas. Dear Ally: Thank you for sharing this important Chairman, Tolland Board of Selectmen I've never met this gentleman and do not know his per- information. I received the following letter just this E. Patrick Storey, Chairman sonal or social habits. My wife and I have been quite week. It was in response to another letter, but it dovetails David A. Spidal – Member cautious in our physical distancing during this pandem- neatly with yours. Jennifer Zara – Member ic. Is it discourteous to ask my daughter's friend to take To Disgraced: Annie's advice to you -- to have your The Board will meet in person, following all APARTMENTS FOR RENT a COVID-19 test before he visits? -- Playing It Safe husband evaluated by a doctor to determine if dementia proper Covid 19 restrictions, at the Town Hall Dear Playing It Safe: It's a reasonable request. But is the reason for his drastic personality change and inap- and others may attend either in person or by WESTFIELD: 1 BEDROOM Apartment, newly remote teleconference. renovated. Heat, hot water included. rather than unfairly singling out the boyfriend, all four propriate sexual behavior -- is urgent. My brother was (electricity not included) Near bus route. of you should get tested in advance of the visit. This happily married, no children, in his early 30s, with a REMOTEMEETINGPARTICIPATIONPRO- Quiet, secure. 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His ability to communicate rationally deterio- this meeting will be conducted both in person onds, according to the World Health Organization. I rated gradually over months. He refused to see a doctor, and remotely over the telephone. Remote at- wanted to share some possible signs and symptoms of even though he was employed in a management posi- tendance by Board/Commission members shall dementia, courtesy of the Alzheimer's Association. tion at a hospital; they ultimately had to let him go. At count toward quorum. APPLIANCE REPAIR --Memory loss becomes disruptive to normal life. the time, I was in college in the School of Human The meeting will be open to the public via join- --Struggles with planning things and solving prob- Behavior and began to research types and causes of ALLEN ST. JEAN ing in on the phone conversation. To join in APPLIANCE lems. early onset dementia. There are many, and many are Dial 1-978-990-5000. 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