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HISTORY Genealogist helps folks trace roots See Page 2

CITY HALL City progresses Bluebird Acres sewer project STAFF PHOTO BY DALTON ZBIERSKI Protesters make their way from Szot Park to the Public Safety Complex last Saturday, marching for equality. See Page 2 Residents call for an Advocating for equality, selves and determine whether the hands of then-Minneapolis the crowd embarked from Szot they are on the right side of Police Officer Derek Chauvin, end to racism, brutality Park on Front. Street, marched history or if they need a lit- who has since been fired, ar- down Grove Street and ad- tle bit more education. This rested and charged with second By Dalton Zbierski vanced to the headquarters of is systemic; every institution degree murder. Staff Writer the Chicopee Police Depart- has been plagued by racism. Frustrations arose local- ment on Church Street. The Sometimes it’s very evident ly on May 30 when it was re- “All lives cannot matter group passionately chanted and sometimes it’s very subtle, vealed that Chicopee Police until Black Lives Matter,” was at the outnumbered officers but it’s always present,” said Public Information Officer Mi- the theme of the June 6 march surrounding the building, de- Johnny Miranda, chair of the chael Wilk was responsible for on the Public Safety Complex. manding that all residents be Chicopee Cultural Council. a series of social media posts COMMUNITY Hundreds of men and women of treated fairly regardless of skin The protest was one of that stretch back eight years all races, ages and backgrounds color. many that have occurred in and were deemed by many to Celebrating stood together last Saturday, “It’s important to make the Unites States following be offensive and racially insen- unsung heroes declaring that Chicopee will people uncomfortable so that the May 25 killing of Afri- never again tolerate racism. they can then question them- can-American George Floyd at See PROTEST page 9 See Page 3

EDUCATION With appointment, School Committee back to 12 By Dalton Zbierski to become Mayor Ruck this morning 2015 but came up short behind Staff Writer John Vieau’s chief of indicating that he no Jerry Roy, James Tillotson, staff, Girouard was longer wanted to be Robert Zygarowski and Frank SPORTS A June 2 Special Meeting one of several resi- considered as a can- Laflamme. His attempt to join of the City Council and School dents who expressed didate to fill the va- the School Committee was Colts girls track Committee finalized the selec- interest in joining cant seat,” said Shane much more fruitful. tion of Chicopee’s newest pub- the board. Brooks, City Council For the past five months, had senior-heavy lic official. Douglas Girouard, Last Tuesday, president. the School Committee had op- a lifelong Chicopee resident, is his aspiration was City Council and erated with 11 members. The lineup now an at-large member of the achieved. Girouard the School Commit- June 2 selection of Girouard See Page 7 School Committee. was named to the Douglas Girouard tee offered 23 votes extinguished a debate that had For nearly a quarter cen- School Committee in favor of Girouard’s begun when Pise left the board tury, Girouard owned and after John Ruck, selection; one com- in January. INDEX operated Doogan’s Deli on the remaining finalist, with- mittee member abstained from During a Jan. 21 meet- Opinion 4 Broadway Street before retir- drew his candidacy prior to the the vote. Girouard took his ing of the School Committee, ing, selling the business last meeting. oath in the office of City Clerk Ward 1 member James Tan- Faces and Places 6 July. When former At-Large “Just to inform both bod- Keith Rattell on June 3. hauser advocated for the board Public Notices 7 School Committee member ies, we received a letter and He previously ran for an Classifieds 10 Michael Pise left the position correspondence from John at-large seat on City Council in See GIROUARD page 6

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Bellamy students A Family hungry for education Not just one or two stories but in-depth weekly coverage of the city of Chicopee. ‘Science to Cooking’ class lets students hone RIVERMILLS culinary skills Funding gap By Dalton Zbierski Staff Writer closed at From your schools, local government, churches, senior centers, sports and inspiring At Bellamy Middle RiverMills School, seventh and eighth grade students have the oppor- See Page 2 tunity to partake in a delicious Owned Company course on the regular. Aptly-ti- tled “Science Intro to Cook- ing,” the 10-week class pres- ents local teens with a platform to tone their culinary skills. stories of the people and everyday life in Chicopee. Call us with your story ideas. “It’s a brand new class; we do lots of different foods. During the quarter, they make breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, desserts and salads. Serving Your Family! COMMUNITY This past quarter, we made humus, guacamole and salsa,” said instructor Tara Furkey. Vets raise a flag Students can opt to take the class as a “tutorial” or an “ex- Zara Robitaille, Megan in neighborhood ploratory,” said Furkey. From Koobenschleg, Davyd Gura learning to operate different and Kayla Chhoun study See Page 3 PLEASE SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL BUSINESSES the science of cooking in See COOKING page 16 Bellamy Middle School. STAFF PHOTO BY DALTON ZBIERSKI EDUCATION THAT SUPPORT YOUR HOMETOWN NEWSPAPER. School Committee seat remains vacant PUBLIC SAFETY By Dalton Zbierski Others are in favor of fill- ing Award from the University who are capable of joining the Staff Writer ing the seat, re-introducing the Connecticut’s Alumni Associ- board. Failing to appear before Police educate board to its normal procedure. ation and a Presidential Award City Council as a public speak- On the evening of Feb. A handful of residents have al- for Excellence in Mathematics er should not eliminate anyone about hands-free 4, School Committee matters ready expressed interest in fill- Teaching as being among them. from contention. once again infiltrated the realm ing the vacancy; one such indi- Today, Mruk is employed “The School Committee regulations of City Council. Several public vidual, longtime educator John by Elms College as a lectur- has received several resumes; speakers took to the podium Mruk, spoke publicly during er in mathematics. On Feb. 4, several letters of an interest See Page 3 in City Hall to voice opinions last week’s meeting. Mruk spent more than seven of intent to be appointed,” she regarding how the city should “I have a passion for edu- minutes sharing his long list of said. “It is my suggestion that handle the vacant At-Large cation and care for the working achievements. when we meet as a group, a School Committee seat. conditions and support that we “I have provided 12 work- joint meeting between the City The seat became available provide our teachers This is shops at different high schools Council and the School Com- in early January when longtime my 53rd year teaching. Next throughout the state of Con- mittee, that meeting should be representative Michael Pise left fall, I’ll begin my 54th year of necticut, I’ve have presented publicly televised so that these the board to accept a position teaching,” said Mruk, former two presentations on the state individuals who have taken the as Mayor John Vieau’s Chief president of the Chicopee Ed- level and one presentation on time to write a resume and a let- of Staff. At the current time, ucation Association. the national level in Jackson- ter of intent can be interviewed the path forward remains un- Mruk spent nearly two ville, Florida,” he said. on TV and can explain their certain. decades as a math teacher at Ward 9 School Commit- background and experience.” SPORTS A strong number of resi- Chicopee High School before tee member Marybeth Costello City Council President dents, teachers and administra- becoming a Math Department took to the microphone im- Shane Brooks agreed with Parker hits tors are in favor of eliminating chair for Ellington, Connecti- mediately after Mruk stepped Costello’s recommendation. the seat altogether. Such an cut, public schools. down. He noted that the council will action would create an 11-per- Over the course of a career If a city charter change be in contact with the School milestone son committee and thwart vot- that has spanned more than cannot be made to eliminate Committee chair to set up a fu- See Page 9 ing gridlocks that have been half-a-century, Mruk has re- the open seat, Costello voiced ture meeting. sparked in the past by the exis- ceived a number of awards. He her stern opinion that there tence of 12 voters. listed an Excellence in Teach- are many qualified candidates See VACANCY page 3 INDEX Milling About 5

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By Dalton Zbierski Young adults Owned Company Staff Writer learn etiquette The evening of Jan. 30 was a night to celebrate for mem- See Page 3 From your schools, local government, churches, senior centers, sports and inspiring Calendar 11 bers of the Chicopee Education Association. Parents, students, city officials and community members joined educators in the cafeteria of Chicopee High Serving Your Family!School to commemorate the passing of the Student Oppor- tunity Act. The Massachusetts House and Senate unanimously ap- stories of the people and everyday life in Chicopee. Call us with your story ideas. Faces and Places 12 proved the bill on Nov. 20. Their long-awaited action re- HCC furbished the state’s antiquat- ed school funding system and committed an additional $1.5 Chicopee chef billion towards K-12 public ed- ucation spending over the next teaches cooking seven years. class at HCC “It’s a bill; that’s why Public Notices 13 we’re celebrating. It’s not a thought or a hope anymore; it’s See Page 3 a bill and it counts,” said CEA PLEASE SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL BUSINESSES President Laura Demakis. “We were hoping for $14 million more over the seven-year peri- od. It’s now projected to be $34 STAFF PHOTO BY DALTON ZBIERSKI million. On top of that, once \From left Jennifer Metsch, state Sen. Eric Lesser’s director of constituent services, MTA Vice President the seven years are over, the Max Page, Mayor John Vieau, CEA President Laura Demakis and Michael Pise, Vieau’s chief of staff, hold a check representing the $34,547,469 that Chicopee Public Schools will receive from the state Classifieds 14 See CEA page 8 over the next seven years. THAT SUPPORT YOUR HOMETOWN NEWSPAPER. SPORTS NUTRITION Colts struggles Project Bread calls for nutrition standards to be upheld continue By Dalton Zbierski by the Obama administration. See Page 9 Staff Writer “What they’re effective- ly saying is that students will Over the past decade, be required to eat less red and schools across America have orange vegetables. In their increased the portions and va- place, schools would be given rieties of fruits and vegetables the flexibility to serve more found in meals that are made white starchy vegetables; that’s available to students during the where you get your French school day. fries, tater tots and other pota- From coast to coast, the to products,” said Leran Minc, concept of instilling healthy manager of public policy and eating habits in youths is a pri- research for Project Bread. ority. Nonetheless, that reality Project Bread, a nonprofit COMMUNITY could soon be in jeopardy as organization dedicated to “pre- national nutritional standards venting and ending hunger in Insurance in public schools are in posi- Massachusetts,” is strenuously tion to take a hit. campaigning against the pro- SUBMITTED PHOTO agency supports Recent changes proposed posed rule. In addition to serving on the Board of Directors for Project Bread, by the United States Depart- The group has conduct- Eric Rimm is a professor of epidemiology and nutrition and the di- food kitchen ment of Agriculture aim to ed several studies claiming rector of the program in cardiovascular epidemiology at the Harvard lower nutritional standards for that the rule would negatively T.H. Chan School of Public Health. Project Bread is campaigning See Page 16 school breakfasts and lunches, against USDA proposals to roll back school nutrition guidelines requirements that were raised See PROJECT page 7 implemented under the Obama administration. INDEX Milling About 4

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Crafters ensure no animal is left behind IN THE CITY Genealogist helps folks trace their ancestral roots By Dalton Zbierski the collections of stowed away hand,” he said, adding that “un- document their own existences. Staff Writer papers and antiques that exist in sourced evidence is mythology.” Robison has continued his lessons on most households. In Chicopee, public build- Zoom during the pandemic and is thrilled There’s no time like the present to “Most people don’t have to ings such City Hall, the library by the sustained interest that they’ve trace your past. Chicopee resident Dave even leave their couch because and the courthouse are, perhaps, drawn. He noted that a June 8 virtual ses- Robison, a professional genealogist, en- in most cases there’s that old the greatest tools available to sion with members of the Ludlow Senior courages curious residents to get reac- chest up in the attic and there’s local genealogists. In the com- Center went off without a hitch. quainted with their ancestors. that big box of stuff that Grand- monwealth, records dating back “The expression is, ‘What the fa- By definition, genealogy is a line of ma left that we never look at; to the 17th century are frequent- thers don’t want to remember, the sons descent traced continuously from an an- it’s amazing what some peo- David Robison ly found in the archives of such want to know.’ Tell your story so that you cestor. Over the past decade, Robison, ple can find right in their own buildings. can talk to your great grandchildren,” owner of Old Bones Genealogy of New homes,” said Robison. “We’re lucky in Massachusetts said Robison, explaining the appeal of England, has led more than a dozen pre- Online resources such as Familyse- because our records go back to 1620. genealogy. sentations in the Chicopee Public Library. arch.com and Ancestry.com are effective That’s a long time. About 1640 is when Robison is currently serving a two- Robison explained that the act of to a certain degree. Robison issued a the towns started legislating that you had year term as President of the New England tracing one’s genealogy has a variety of warning, however, that the internet is best to keep birth records and death records. Regional Genealogical Consortium, a benefits. From discovering long lost rel- used as a mere starting ground. Those records that survived are priceless,” group that brings together family historians atives to medical histories and causes of “The illusion is that all you need is said Robison. and genealogists from a variety of back- death, pursuing the hobby can be both the internet, whereas only about 15 per- During times of normalcy, Robison grounds while developing new strategies eye-opening and beneficial. cent of what is really available out there is frequently appears at functions through- and ways of navigating record sources. Records that pertain to birth, mar- online. You really do have to either write a out the state and region, researching with Readers interested in pursuing ge- riage, military service, death and probate letter to a town hall or a courthouse or go peers and coaching those interested on nealogy can contact Robison directly at all may be relevant today. So too might be and visit to get to the meat of the matter at how to best access their family trees and [email protected]. Price Rite donates to area food banks Bluebird Acres sewer project KEASBEY, N.J. – Price Rite Mar- Hunger initiative since 2002. ketplace announced its annual Check-Out “Food insecurity has always been a Hunger fundraising campaign has raised challenge in our communities, but now, progressing with land taking more than $131,000 for area food banks. more than ever, our neighbors are faced From November through Decem- with it, sometimes for the first time,” By Dalton Zbierski tinuing to move forward with this project ber 2019, Price Rite Marketplace stores said Jim Dorey, president of Price Rite Staff Writer and hopefully we can stay on the right throughout Connecticut, Maryland, Mas- Marketplace. “We greatly appreciate the timeline,” said Dobosz. sachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jer- support and generosity of our customers Progress has been made in the city’s On May 7, 2019, City Council ap- sey, New York, Pennsylvania and Rhode and associates, whose contributions help endeavor to implement a public sewer proved a $2,242,000 appropriation to be Island collected donations at checkout make a difference in the communities we system at Bluebird Acres Mobile Home put toward the project. Construction costs for food banks across the eight states its serve at a time when it is needed most.” Park. The city chose to intervene after the will be split evenly between the property stores serve to support the fight against Among the food banks receiving failing septic system at the trailer park on owner and the city. hunger. The supermarket brand has raised assistance is the Food Bank of Western Kiwi Drive threatened to displace more The need for action arose when the more than $1.8 million for the Check-Out Massachusetts. than 100 residents. state declared that a portion of the sep- Prior to the June 2 meeting of City tic system at Bluebird Acres had failed. Council, Mayor John Vieau announced Dozens of the park’s tenants attended last that the city has taken eminent domain year’s meeting. over parcels of land located at the park That evening, upon witnessing the and along the Old Fuller Road Extension approval of the appropriation, Bluebird and Lombard Road. Acres tenant Bill Belanger stated, “It “This is another step forward to help- feels like a million bucks. We are united ing out the residents who live at Bluebird as a community again.” Acres. This is an order of taking to help Bluebird Acres consists of approx- them; they have a private septic system imately 150 mobile home buildings and there. We are doing everything we can to multiple administrative and maintenance connect them to the public sewer system,” buildings. In the absence of the project, said Vieau. the park would have been forced to re- Plans for a permanent parcel land move more than 100 units. taking, a permanent easement and three Last year, the state’s Department of temporary construction easements neces- Environmental Protection listed the proj- sary to complete the project have all been ect as part of its Intended Use Plan for completed. The project is a cooperative Clean Water and State Revolving Fund. effort between the city of Chicopee and When finished, the public sewer system the owner of Bluebird Acres, said Proj- will provide service to the entirety of the ect Supervisor Quinn Lonczak in a letter park with room to be expanded. written to Vieau on May 26. Over the past year, news of the proj- Bluebird Acres falls in the vicinity ect has sparked enthusiasm for residents of Ward 6, represented by City Councilor throughout the city. Many see it as a mile- Derek Dobosz. Despite all that is occur- stone; a collaboration between public and ring in and outside the city, the project private entities that will enhance the quali- continues to develop smoothly; Dobosz ty of life for all who live at Bluebird Acres. thanked Vieau and his colleagues for their “That’s the intent here,” said Vieau commitment to the park’s inhabitants. on June 2. “This is the next step; taking CLUES ACROSS 41. Describe precisely CLUES DOWN 29. 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Page 2 ❙ June 11, 2020 Chicopee Register IN THE CITY Celebrating unsung heroes during cornavirus pandemic We hear stories—rightly so—about an acquired brain injury. Outreach staff people at work on the front lines of the members help these folks to live with COVID-19 crisis, such as doctors, nurses greater independence in the community. and first responders. Occasionally we hear That can involve helping them with as- stories about folks stocking grocery shelves, pects of home life, such as meal prepara- prepping take-out orders or manning the tion, going over their mail, helping them pharmacy counter. All these people working to manage their money and pay their to help others are community heroes. bills, and accompanying them on trips to This story is about the unsung heroes the store. In some cases, Outreach Team who go quietly about their crucial work members advocate for their clients with supporting vulnerable individuals. They landlords and at doctor’s appointments. help folks with disabilities living in the “People don’t choose this career for community by providing outreach and the paycheck; they choose it to make a support. Two such unsung heroes are Ali- positive impact in the lives of vulnerable zamari Diaz and Robert Laviolette. people,” Diaz said. “And in the process, Diaz and Laviolette are members of their lives are also positively impacted. the outreach team in MHA’s Integration The help truly goes both ways. While and Community Living Division. They dealing with the grief of just having lost work closely with vulnerable adults who by friend to the coronavirus, seeing the need help in their daily lives due to devel- people I care for did just as much to help SUBMITTED PHOTO opmental or intellectual disability, often Alizamari Diaz (left) and Robert Laviolette, members of MHA’s Outreach Team, have me. They saved me.” complicated by concerns with their men- helped make a difference in others’ lives while facing loss in theirs due to the COVID-19 “Our community outreach model is tal health. Most often, these folks have no outbreak. personal by design,” said Kim Barbero, family of their own. The Outreach Team who leads the Outreach Team for MHA. are the familiar faces and voices they “Staff engage with individuals living count on, every day. Despite these traumatic losses in with all that I’ve been going through. One independently in their homes and com- Diaz and Laviolette are passion- their own lives, the two have continued to of my clients cheers me up every single munity settings, focusing on activities ate about keeping people safe during the work every day, serving others. “What am day. We eat lunch together, I get him his of daily living and ways to help folks in- COVID-19 crisis, but recently the pain I going to do, sit at home and feel sad?” coffee, and I feel like I owe it to him to crease their independence. The frequency of personal loss hit close to home. Di- Laviolette said. “Working is therapeutic be there for him. These folks don’t even of meetings varies with individual need, az’s dear friend of nearly 20 years died of in a way, and the folks I work with count know all the impact they have in my life. from daily to just a couple visits a week. COVID-19 in Atlanta, Georgia, just days on me. They became like family.” I’m glad to be there for them.” We have 27 members of our Outreach after returning home from a family re- Diaz concurs. “I love what I do. This MHA’s Outreach Team provides per- Team, and each one does an incredible union in New York City. Laviolette’s older is work that comes from the heart, and sonal support to individuals with chronic job in this vital role because of the con- brother, a U.S. military veteran, contract- sometimes you have to put your own feel- mental health challenges, those experi- cern and passion they have for the people ed COVID-19 as a resident of the Holyoke ings to the side and be there for the people encing cognitive, intellectual or develop- in their care. It speaks to the character of Soldier’s Home, and he died as a result. you care for. I feel like they’ve saved me mental challenges and those living with everyone who works on the team.”

RV industry booming despite New law preserves municipal pandemic challenges governance during pandemic By Dalton Zbierski come back. Cruise ships? I don’t know BOSTON – The Massachusetts Sen- The bill permits representative town Staff Writer what they can do short of giving out free ate and House of Representatives passed a meeting to take place virtually; permits passes to get somebody back on a ship,” bill June 4, to provide governance and fis- quorum reduction for open town meeting Make no mistake about it, the RV said Zagami. “As we make more people cal flexibility for municipalities grappling to no less than 10 percent and extends the industry is booming. As the travel indus- aware of our products and services and as with public health challenges during the quorum reduction to representative town try struggles, residents looking to vaca- the people who already practice RV-ing COVID-19 pandemic. The bill was signed meeting; allows town meeting to be held tion are investing in an alternate mode of talk to their friends and relatives about by Gov. Charlie Baker Saturday, June 5. outside the geographic limits of the town; transportation, and dealers are cashing in. it, it’s general consensus that RVs are “While dealing with this public and permits a municipal election sched- “We have everything in place. We the only chance that we’ve got for peo- health crisis, local municipalities need to uled through June 31 to be extended to don’t have to invent anything,” said Bob ple to recreate and try to forget the past be able to adapt business as usual to be Aug. 1 at the latest. Zagami, executive director of the New two months and the impact that it’s had productive during continually uncertain The bill also provides city govern- England RV Dealers Association. “Peo- on their lives.” times,” said Sen. James T. Welch (D-West ments with fiscal relief by allowing may- ple want to have a great time with their One recent weekend, a member of Springfield). “This bill provides some ors to delay their normal budget submis- families, they want to be outdoors in the the association was able to sell 27 units relief as local communities to further ad- sion deadline for Fiscal 2021 in light of fresh air, they want to go hiking, biking, in one weekend, Zagami said. He added dress the needs of residents while mitigat- the state of emergency. fishing or just sit around the campfire and that “anything you can have in your house ing the effects of the pandemic.” Finally, among other provisions, talk to the kids. We have the industry that today; you can have in an RV.” Building off of other legislation that the bill strengthens the prohibition on will allow them to do that.” From trunk trailers to fifth-wheelers gave municipalities operating flexibili- terminating essential services for resi- Nine million RVs are already on the and park models, mobile homes come in ty during the ongoing COVID-19 public dents during the COVID-19 emergency road in the United States and 400,000 all shapes and sizes. For people planning health crisis, the bill further protects pub- and provides municipalities and region- new RVs are sold each year, said Zaga- a vacation or just looking to temporarily lic health and preserves the town meet- al school districts flexibility in paying mi. From $6,000 pop-up campers to mil- leave their surroundings, they can be a re- ing structure from continued disruptions school bus and other vendor contracts. lion-dollar motor homes, the industry has source of great value. caused by the state of emergency. much to offer. “People want to go on vacation; they “Take any aspect of it that you want, want to spend time with their family. the whole industry is showing positive in- We’re just saying, ‘Hey, we have a better creases and accessibility across markets way to do it.’ Quite honestly, the industry that we’d never thought of before,” said is working on a campaign just for that. Our advertisers make this PALMER OFFICE Zagami. The message is going to get out there that COVID-19 has been tough on many, says, ‘Hey, if you’re going to do anything publication possible. GRAPHICS DEPARTMENT SEEKS but the rising demand for motor homes this year, you’re probably going to do it in has kept Zagami’s industry functioning an RV,” said Zagami. Let them know you PART TIME DESIGNER / PAGINATOR well. He shared insight on why RVs have The New England RV Dealers As- saw their ad in the Turley Publications, Inc. is looking for an experienced Graphic become one of this spring’s hottest com- sociation represents RV dealers in all six Designer to produce newspaper pages and advertisements in a modities. New England states and is based out of Chicopee Register busy, fast-paced environment. Must be efficient with InDesign “Airlines are going to take years to Hudson. Creative Suite. Web design and Wordpress skills a plus.

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Chicopee Register June 11, 2020 ❙ Page 3 OPINION WE CARE ABOUT OFF THE BEAT AND TRAIL YOUR NEWS! The Chicopee Register welcomes submissions GUEST COLUMN Joan E. B. Coombs Slippery of news in or related to Chicopee and its residents. Our "People scales and News," is filled with When barn swallows rule the roost submitted engagement ooking at life from a from the 30-40 mile per hour announcements, wed- serpent tales bird’s eye view is a takeoff and landing flight ding announcements, estern Massachu- Lunique perspective. A patterns have failed. Neither birth announcements, setts, and in par- bird’s eyesight far surpass- barn-red broom brush, nor your new baby or news Wticular, Hampden es normal, human eyesight. shiny, reflecting tree-trim about your 25th or 50th and Wilbraham, holds a spe- And, a barn swallow can spy wrapped on the under-the- anniversary celebrations. cial significance surround- from the sky a spec of a meal. eaves, light post fixture – only Please e-mail correspon- ing slithery serpents in this Dive to dine. Swoop. Scoop. one foot from the front door – dence along with a photo country. Done deal. Fast food. Meal has deterred their roost! to chicopeeregister@ One of the nation’s ear- Tyler Witkop appeal. Enter and exit barn turley.com or send it to: liest ballads, “On Springfield As tiny, yet as mighty swallows: birds that are often Chicopee Register, c/o Mountain,” takes its name from the hill in as barn swallows are, they SUBMITTED PHOTO monogamous-partners soar- Turley Publications, 24 present day Hampden and Wilbraham, when, are experts at winging it. Ev- Eggs of barn swallows, ing, darting and spending Water Street, on Aug. 7, 1761, Timothy Merrick was bitten erything. As a matter of fact, captured by the author’s hundreds of hours creating Palmer, MA 01069. and killed by a timber rattlesnake only days there have been and still are husband, will soon hatch and a mud-pie-thatched nest for before he was set to be married to Sarah Lamb. times when they absolute- bring about more “rulers of the coming brood. The batch At the time, the two towns were one, and the ly “rule the roost.” In plain the roost. of three to eight eggs needs incident is believed to have taken place while words, they are the dominat- at least two to three weeks of Merrick was tending his father’s fields, which ing and principle owner of that invariably get plastered incubation before they hatch. Chicopee Register extended to present day Hampden. any place they perch and plan against a building, or hung About three weeks later The Chicopee Register is The incident inspired a ballad that has to settle their brood to-be. out in a barn nook, or tucked they can fly from the nest as published every Thursday seen numerous adaptations in the time since, Also, like children, under eaves. Their nests are fledglings. by Turley Publications, Inc., but was one of the last known deaths by rat- barn swallows play in fields, built specifically, annually, Enter and exit humans: 24 Water St., Palmer, Mass. 01069. Telephone (413) 283- tlesnake bite in Massachusetts until recently. meadows and barnyards. Af- however, and wherever they who knock on the front door 8393, Fax (413) 289-1977. Rattlesnakes have been basking in the ter late spring and early sum- intend to rule the roost. Their when leaving. “We gotta let hot seat of regional politics, when a few mer rains, they kid around realm. They rule. them know when we’re go- PATRICK H. TURLEY years ago, the state hoped to introduce the in mud puddle pools. Then, And, for the third year, ing out. ‘Don’t want to star- CEO endangered timber rattler on a publicly-inac- as grown up, work-a-birds, any and all attempts at main- tle them and have bird’s nest KEITH TURLEY cessible portion of land within the Quabbin they craft mud-grass nests taining a private entry, free bombshells all over.” President Reservoir – connected to land by a narrow EDITOR causeway. Those plans were abandoned after Tyler Witkop public outcry. [email protected] Snakes, however, keep a constant pres- STAFF WRITER ence. Fortunately in Massachusetts, only Dalton Zbierski the timber rattlesnake and copperhead are [email protected] venomous. They are both considered endan- gered by the commonwealth but there are ADVERTISING SALES Wendy Delcamp other, non-venomous snakes that slither and [email protected] slide through the woods. Like milk snakes, rat snakes, garter snakes and water snakes. SPORTS EDITOR Greg Scibelli While they are non-venomous, they can still [email protected] get in the way of a good time. This past weekend, I had several run-ins SOCIAL MEDIA with my own “pesky sarpents,” and that will leave quite an impression. @ Chicopee Register With sunshine and temperatures mak- WEB ing outdoor recreation a pleasant experience, www.chicopeeregister.turley.com I decided that fishing would be a great way to pass my time, joining some family mem- bers at the Quabbin. While none of us caught anything, we were struck by the abundance of snakes, particularly water snakes, that decided now was the time to mate along the www.turley.com banks. In fact, there were no less than five Turley Publications, Inc. cannot assume liability for the loss of that we counted in a 30 yard stretch by the photographs or other materials boat launch of Gate 8. submitted for publication. Materials will not be returned Sliding in and out of the rocks, wrapping except upon specific request around each other and snaking their way when submitted. through the water, they were truly an enter- taining sight to behold. We left them alone and they left us alone, giving us something to see on an otherwise uneventful morning. LETTER TO THE EDITOR When our time at the Quabbin was over, I decided on my way home to stop by the State, school districts should consider race relations courses Chicopee River, on the border of Ludlow and Wilbraham at Red Bridge. Fortunately, once To the editor: districts should consider race relations cours- the severe storms moved through, it didn’t Many problems in American society es in high school. These courses could be take long to find a fish – a brown trout about have been addressed through education. Ed- a requirement for high school graduation. 12 or 13 inches. Unfortunately, it swallowed ucating citizens has been a positive way to Learning about other races is a mind opening my hook into the gills and would not survive, implement change. Change is needed to im- experience. Learning can teach respect, toler- so I decided fresh fish was perfect for the prove lives. At this time, change is needed to ance and appreciation for the cultures of all FOR ADVERTISING dinner menu. Apparently, great minds think improve race relations. Racism does exist. people. alike, because another creature had similar Racism must be addressed, as we live in a 413.283.8393 ideas. multiracial society. Marybeth Costello Fax: 413.283.7107 Without a stringer, I left my catch on the The state of Massachusetts and all school Chicopee Subscriptions: 800.824.6548 rocks where water could keep it from drying EMAIL out in the sun. I thought little of it as anything Advertising Sales that decided to take my fish, even the river, would have to deal with me. So I thought. Letters to the Editor Wendy Delcamp Maybe an hour later, my lure wedged [email protected] Letters to the editor should be 250 sonal attacks, defamation of character into some rocks. Leaving my post for about Editor a minute, I was able to free the snag and save words or less in length. No unsigned or and offensive language. All unknown or anonymous opinions will be published. alleged facts and quotations offered by Tyler Witkop my lure. When I returned, there was no fish [email protected] to be seen. Anywhere. I looked under rocks, We require letter writers to include his the author need to cite credible, unbiased stuck my hand in places I couldn’t see and or her town of residence and home tele- sources. WEB scanned the water. Nothing. My fish disap- phone number. We must authenticate Send letters to: The Chicopee Regis- www.chicopeeregister.turley.com authorship prior to publication. We re- ter, 24 Water Street, Palmer, MA 01069 peared. Could it have been a sneaky heron? @ Chicopee Register Did the river reclaim its child? Did it some- serve the right to edit or withhold any or email [email protected]. submissions deemed to be libelous or The deadline for submissions is Fri- contain unsubstantiated allegations, per- day at noon. The Chicopee Register is published by See SNAKES page 5 Turley Publications, Inc. • www.turley.com

Page 4 ❙ June 11, 2020 Chicopee Register OPINION The late spring border is ripe with the color blue y high summer there are very few is pretty in its own right, until you IN THE maroon, purple, blue and almost lovely true blue shade. For years I man- perennial flowers blooming in see the beautiful deep blue-purple GARDEN black. Ours tended to be mostly aged to keep a clump going; it finally suc- Bshades of blue. We best enjoy them pea-like flower spikes emerge in blue in a hue hard to describe, cumbed to chipmunks who demolished now, while we can. Blue flowers abound mid-June. Easily four feet tall and perhaps more royal blue than the plant trying to get at the flowers and in the late spring border! You could easi- three feet wide, Baptisia is a nice purple-blue. If the color is hard seed pods. At 18 inches tall it is another ly design a monochromatic scheme using specimen perennial; one plant is to describe, the flower shape plant best suited to the middle row of the just cool tones. Here are my selections: certainly enough per grouping. is even more difficult; maybe garden. Plant in full sun or slight shade for For the back of the border, try Am- The size of the plant you pur- something along the lines of best results. Cut back after it is done flow- sonia tabernaemontana. This native chase may lead you to think oth- nodding bells with reflexed se- ering for a chance at late season rebloom. plant is topped with clusters of pale blue erwise, though, since transplants pals? Lobed leaves are another If you are still in need of more blue Roberta McQuaid flowers, each one opening to form a tiny are usually puny and take a cou- Columnist attractive feature of this plant, flowers, there are also numerous iris, lav- star, hence its common name, blue star. ple of seasons to establish. Site although vigilance against the ender, campanula and spiderwort culti- Growing to around three feet tall and not false indigo in full sun or part shade in rich dreaded leaf miner is a must in order to vars waiting to be discovered. Have fun quite as wide, Amsonia almost qualifies soil. Refrain from moving the plant once keep it looking good. Here too, full sun or planning a cool border this summer. for “specimen” status, although it is not it reaches full size or its deep tap root may partial shade will grow decent two-foot to Roberta McQuaid graduated from as showy as other specimens like peony be compromised. Blackish seed pods are two-and- a-half-foot whispy plants, a size the Stockbridge School of Agriculture at or dictamus. Only one plant is necessary hardly decorative on the plant, but do look perfect for the middle row of the border. the University of Massachusetts. For the per grouping in full sun or part shade. In nice in autumn floral arrangements. Mountain bluet, or perennial bachelor last 28 years, she has held the position of my garden, it self- sows, but not usually One of my favorite blue flowers is button, as it is sometimes called, is one staff horticulturalist at Old Sturbridge Vil- enough to make itself a nuisance. Aquilegia vulgaris. Although there are of my most treasured perennials. There is lage. She enjoys growing food as well as Another plant best suited for the back many cultivars of garden columbine, we nothing rare about Centaurea montana, or flowers. Have a question for her? Email row of the perennial garden is Baptisia aus- grew the species variety at Old Sturbridge even all that unique about it. I just plain it to [email protected] with “Garden- tralis, or false indigo. Gray-green foliage Village. It can be found in white, pink, like its oversized cornflowers and their ing Question” in the subject line. Baystate: Don’t skip child visits, vaccinations during pandemic SPRINGFIELD – It’s a message that children at risk of preventable diseases and surgical mask; temperature monitor- diseases, especially as they increase expo- all parents and caregivers need to hear: such as measles, whooping cough, men- ing; spread out appointments to minimize sure at school. Don’t skip your child’s vaccines during ingitis and other life threatening illnesses. the number of people in waiting areas and At age 11, children receive another the COVID-19 pandemic. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control only one adult may accompany a pediatric booster vaccine for tetanus and whooping “Since March, we have been seeing and Prevention reports that for children patient. Potentially sick children are sepa- cough to protect them through middle and the rate of under-immunized infants dou- born between 1994 and 2018, immuni- rated from healthy patients/patrons. high school. At that visit, they also receive ble from 25 percent to 50 percent. This zations will prevent about 419 million During the early months of a baby’s vaccines against a type of meningitis seen means that in our community, 50 percent illnesses, 8 million hospitalizations and life, they receive key infant immuniza- in teens and young adults and against of babies under 18 months old have not 936,000 early deaths. tions to protect them from common child- HPV, a virus that can cause cancer in both completed their immunization series,” So, why are parents skipping child hood diseases such as whooping cough, males and females. Teens will later get a says Dr. Chrystal Wittcopp, medical di- wellness visits, which often include nec- common blood infections, and pneumo- second booster vaccine for meningitis and rector of pediatrics at Baystate High essary vaccinations? nia. Babies are susceptible to whooping HPV to be sure they are fully protected. Street Health Center. “They are concerned for their child cough – a disease that can be fatal for “We are here. We are seeing patients Statewide, the Massachusetts Depart- and themselves that they might pick up them but prevented with vaccination. At in person and via telehealth. If you have ment of Health has reported a 68 percent the novel coronavirus while visiting their age one, babies receive their first measles questions or concerns, call us and we will decrease in pediatric vaccinations. pediatrician’s office. But, we have taken vaccine. find the best way to get your child the “Although COVID-19 is a very se- every precaution to keep our offices safe “We know that there have been mea- most appropriate care,” said Wittcopp. rious illness and can affect children, the for our young visitors and their parents,” sles outbreaks across the United States Baystate High Street Health Center Pe- illnesses to protect against with vaccina- said Dr. John O’Reilly, chief, general pe- and Massachusetts in the last several diatrics will be holding vaccine-only clinics tions are more common and more harmful diatrics, Baystate Children’s Hospital. years. It is still in our community and it is on select Saturdays in June to provide ac- as far as we can tell for young children. At Baystate’s pediatric primary care important to protect them,” said Wittcopp. cess to those families who have difficulty It is critical to still protect them against practices, new safety and infection control As children grow to ages 4 and 5, coming into the office during the week. those diseases in this COVID era,” said procedures are in place, including: all in- their immunizations begin to wear off. It For more information, call 413-794- Wittcopp. dividuals being asked questions regarding is important for them to have a booster 2525 or visit Baystate Health Children’s Missing important vaccinations puts health symptoms; giving hand sanitizer dose to continue protection against those Hospital at baystatehealth.org/bch.

Harvard Pilgrim Foundation awards Hall of Fame coins now on sale Proceeds to help grow the game Creating a coin was a multi-year ef- nearly $230,000 in grants fort by U.S. Rep. Richard Neal, U.S. Rep. of basketball Andy Barr, and Sens. Elizabeth Warren WORCESTER – A total of 25 central ic is enormous and right from the start we and the late John McCain, along with and Western Massachusetts nonprofits responded to the immediate needs facing SPRINGFIELD – In keeping with countless Hall of Fame members. have received nearly $230,000 from Har- nonprofit partners and communities. We the mission to preserve the legacy and Coins will be available on a first- vard Pilgrim Health Care Foundation for are very grateful to all who are helping grow the game of basketball, basketball come-first-served basis and orders will be COVID-19 relief efforts. to feed and care for our community mem- fans will have the opportunity to own a limited to one coin type/finish per person, Among those to receive grant fund- bers, and we are committed to supporting piece of the game’s history while support- while supplies last. Customers should ing is Lorraine’s Soup Kitchen & Pantry them in the weeks and months ahead.” ing the sport’s future with the launch of a enter the South Side of the property in Chicopee and Greater Springfield Se- Other recipients as part of Harvard commemorative Naismith Memorial Bas- (Hilton Garden Entrance) where Hall of nior Services Inc. Pilgrim Foundation’s COVID-19 Assis- ketball Hall of Fame coin. Fame staff will provide instructions. State “Now more than ever it is so crit- tance Fund include Gardening the Com- “This endeavor has been years in of Massachusetts directives regarding ical to support our communities and or- munity, of Springfield, Nuestras Raices the making and we couldn’t be more ex- COVID-19 protocols will be followed. ganizations who are providing services Inc., of Holyoke, and the University of cited to be launching a commemorative The U.S. Mint will be accepting or- to those residents of central and western Massachusetts-Amherst. coin with the U.S. Mint this week,” said ders online at catalog.usmint.gov. Mass. impacted by COVID-19,” said Pat- Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Foun- John Doleva, of Wilbraham, president and Pricing for the $5 gold coins is based rick Cahill, vice president, Massachusetts dation committed more than $3.5 mil- CEO of the Hall of Fame. “These coins on the Mint’s “Pricing of Numismatic market lead for Harvard Pilgrim Health lion in initial grants for COVID-19 relief are a unique opportunity for fans to own a Gold, Commemorative Gold, and Plat- Care, parent company of Harvard Pilgrim efforts in Maine, Massachusetts, New piece of basketball history while support- inum Products” table at catalog.usmint. Foundation. “The impact of this pandem- Hampshire and Connecticut. ing the Hall and the game itself, as the gov/coins/gold-coins. funds generated will allow us to bolster Mintage for this commemorative our endowment, educational programs coin program is limited to 50,000 $5 gold and ever-growing portfolio of events.” SNAKES from page 4 retrieve dinner, the snake darted back and coins, 400,000 silver dollar coins, and grabbed it again, heading for the current. Located in the Birth City of Basket- 750,000 half dollar coins. Coin prices how skip thousands of years of evolution Determined not to be foiled by nature, I ball, Springfield, Hall of Fame promotes include surcharges of $35 for each gold and sprout legs? returned to my discipline. Once again, it and preserves the game of basketball at coin, $10 for each silver coin and $5 for After several minutes of looking and surrendered my meal and retreated to the every level. Since the Basketball Hall of each half-dollar coin, which are autho- uttering words that cannot be repeated, I shelter of the rocks. Unfortunately it ap- Fame opened its doors in 1959, it has op- rized to be paid to the Naismith Memorial found my answer, as from seemingly no- pears the snake didn’t learn a lesson, as erated as a nonprofit organization relying Basketball Hall of Fame, a 501(c)(3) non- where, I saw a trout’s body swim in front of my fish was taken into the current, where on the generosity of others to preserve the profit organization, to fund an endowment me. Upon closer inspection, the fish wasn’t again, the thief darted and made its meal legacy of the game. The commemorative that will enable increased operations and swimming, it was halfway out of the mouth from what was supposed to be mine. coin sale launched June 4. educational programming. of the largest water snake I have seen. It was an unbelievable experience Hastily I sought to retrieve my din- and one I will not soon forget, though I ner, smacking the beast with my rod tip. It will take solace knowing that fish made it Find us online: took several strikes before it gave up my into a belly. But I’m not a fan of thieves fish, which floated back to the surface at and pesky serpents in particular. Next chicopeeregister.turley.com the edge of my reach. But before I could time I won’t let my guard down.

Chicopee Register June 11, 2020 ❙ Page 5 FACES AND PLACES Big Y names new appointments Albertson graduates from Becker College SPRINGFIELD – Big Y Foods re- of employee services at Big Y, said. “We WORCESTER – Becker College game production and management con- cently announced its new appointments look forward to their growth in pursuit announced that Austin Albertson, of Chi- centration. Albertson was one of more within the company. Elisa M. Przybylek, of excellence as they personally develop copee, has graduated with a Bachelor of than 430 students recognized at a virtual of Chicopee, has been named corporate their own skills in order to take on these Arts degree in interactive media design, commencement celebration. accounting supervisor at the Big Y Store new levels of responsibility.” Support Center in Springfield. Big Y is an independently owned “At Big Y, we are committed to pro- supermarket chain that operates 83 loca- viding the tools and training necessary tions in Massachusetts and Connecticut, to support our employees in their devel- including store on Memorial Drive in Rebecca Gauthier Lillian Roberts opment,” Michael Galat, vice president Chicopee. named to Plymouth graduates from UVM State President’s List BURLINGTON, Vt. – Lillian Rob- Chicopee students earn Dean’s List honors erts of Chicopee, graduated from the PLYMOUTH, N.H. – Rebecca University of Vermont with a Bachelor WORCESTER – Assumption Col- “This semester, our students faced Gauthier of Chicopee, has been named to of Science degree in communication sci- lege announced those students who have unprecedented challenges due to the glob- the Plymouth State University President’s ence and disorders during commence- been named to the College’s Dean’s List al pandemic,” said Francesco C. Cesareo, List for the spring 2020 semester. To be ment ceremonies May 17, the university for the spring 2020 semester. Students president of Assumption College. “Follow- named to the President’s List, a student announced. must achieve a grade point average of ing a rapid transition to remote learning, must achieve a grade point average of The university conferred degrees this 3.50 for a five-class, 15-credit semester to students adapted to the new form of educa- 3.70 or better for the Spring 2020 semes- year on some 3,183 graduates, including be included on the prestigious list, which tion delivery amid difficult circumstances. ter and must have attempted at least 12 2,415 bachelor’s, 533 master’s, 114 doc- is announced at the completion of the fall The Assumption community is proud of credit hours during the semester. Gauthier toral and 121 medical degree recipients. and spring semesters. these students who, despite the distractions is a meteorology major at Plymouth State. The Class of 2020 includes graduates From Chicopee are Natalia Kaczor of the COVID-19 situation, were able to re- from 39 states and 30 countries. and David Ortiz, both members of the main focused and maintain a commitment Class of 2020. to their academic programs.”

GIROUARD from page 1 During the same January meeting, Tanhauser voiced his hesitation to add Doyle inducted into honor society to remain at 11 members, noting that an a member to the board without a public even-numbered 12-person committee had vote. That evening, he explained the logic SPRINGFIELD – Michael Doyle of College of Engineering, said “We com- created division in the past when votes behind his claim. Chicopee was welcomed into the Tau Beta mend all of you on your outstanding ef- became deadlocked. “Voters decided that I earned my Pi National Honor Society May 15 at the forts in completing your degree require- “The board has an even number of position. Voters decided that all of you Western New England University chap- ments in an online learing environment. voting members if this seat is retained,” earned your position,” he said. “Why ter’s annual induction ceremony. Tau Beta We are inspired by your resiliency and said Tanhauser on Jan 21. “With only 11 should our city have one decision maker Pi is a national honor society for engineer- hard work during this hard time. We may members, each Ward still has representa- chosen by his peers and subvert all voter ing students. To be elected, students must not be together physically, however, we tion while having an at-large member and opinion?” demonstrate outstanding scholarship and are all a part of the College of Engineer- the chairperson representing citywide. A Tanhauser was among the first professional integrity. This year’s induc- ing family.” $6,000 salary can be removed from the School Committee members to wish tion ceremony was held virtually. Doyle is graduating with a BSE in books and invested back into our city’s Girouard luck during the board’s June 3 Dr. S. Hossein Cheraghi, dean of the mechanical engineering. education.” meeting.

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CHICOPEE COMP SUMMER SOCCER Colts girls track had senior-heavy lineup Kolodzieys By Gregory A. Scibelli ready to start [email protected]

CHICOPEE – The Chicop- PVSSL in ee Comprehensive High School girls track team had a heavy se- nior lineup returning to the track Phase 3 and field events this spring. By Gregory A. Scibelli Unfortunately, their big sea- [email protected] son was cut short by the corona- virus pandemic. LUDLOW – As the picture Coach Graham Raymond becomes clearer, it looks like we projected a great campaign. will have summer soccer in the “We were going to have a Pioneer Valley for high school strong outdoor track season,” he students. said. “We would have had the High school students have best group of throwers we have been away from one another ever had at Comp. If I had to since March 16, which essential- guess I would think we would ly all education was shut down have a strong regular season and throughout the Commonwealth. possibly have placed in the top Eventually, all recreation and five at the Western Mass meet.” activity was shut down as well. His captains this year would Last Saturday, Gov. Charlie have been Liz Berroa, Sarah Baker announced the provisions Buckley, Sophie Warren, and of Phase 2 of the re-opening Megan Wojcik. plan as Massachusetts continues Wojcik is a high jumper to stay on a good course with who qualified for Western Mass. FILE PHOTOS lowering numbers of coronavi- several times in her career and Amber Maslak competes in an rus cases, deaths, and hospital- is also the Valedictorian of the indoor track meet. She would izations. Class of 2020. have been a senior with the Colts With the start of Phase 2, Berroa was a middle dis- outdoor track team this spring. the “cautious” step, the Pioneer tance runner for the Colts. Valley Summer Soccer League “She would have probably Giavanni Thomson set the is making plans for its return to went to Western Mass in the 400 school record in the discus throw. action. meter or 800 meter and been on She was a third-place finisher in Just a few weeks ago, the one of our relays,” said Raymond. Western Mass. and Raymond coordinators of the league, Chris Buckey was hurdler and believes she would have been a and Diana Kolodziey, were non- Raymond believes she had a favorite in the event this year. committal about whether or not chance to go far this year. Warren won the shot put there would be a season due to “She is an outstanding during the indoor track season the uncertainty surrounding the hurdler who has placed high at and was a top contender for out- re-opening and whether it would Western Mass in the 100 hurdles door this year. She placed fifth have to be delayed or scaled in the past,” said Raymond. “She in Western Mass. in the discus back. would have had a great senior event last year. However, they were always year hurdling and possibly went Megan Wojcik makes an attempt during indoor track championship. She to states.” See TRACK page 8 would have been a contender for Western Mass. in high jump this spring. See SOCCER page 8

YOUTH SPORTS Spec Pond Basketball League will have no fans to start season Rules will be implemented as necessary for the outdoor basketball league By Gregory A. Scibelli [email protected]

WILBRAHAM – One of first youth sports the area could see will be based out of Spec Pond in Wilbraham sometime next month. Only this summer, it could look a lot different for a while. For several years, the Spec Pond Summer Basketball has been both a nightly and a week- FILE PHOTOS end gathering place for many The Spec Pond Summer Basketball League is planning to have bas- young basketball players and ketball this summer once Phase 3 of the re-opening plan begins in the way up to the high school must be made up due to rain. their families, which utilize the Massachusetts. level. There are both boys and The season carries on surrounding amenities during girls teams and the typical night through July and early August games. year. He welcomes many teams Chicopee, Palmer, and even as has games being played every and then playoffs happen in Bryan Litz, the director of from out of town, including Aga- far as Sturbridge. hour from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on the mid-August with the champion- Wilbraham Parks and Recre- wam, Southwick, Springfield, There are divisions ranging two outdoor courts. Area schools ation, organizes the league each Ludlow, Belchertown, Ware, from third and fourth graders all are utilized in the event games See YOUTH page 8

Chicopee Register June 11, 2020 ❙ Page 7 SPORTS Bay State Summer Games Senior athletes being featured By Gregory A. Scibelli would have been involved in this spring’s [email protected] season. events cancelled through July We hope to also publish action photos REGION – All Bay State Games utmost importance to keep everyone safe The Turley Publications sports de- of seniors from previous seasons, though events originally scheduled for May 30 during these unprecedented times,” says partment is looking to honor the senior parents and coaches are encouraged to through July 26 will be cancelled in con- Executive Director, Kevin Cummings. athletes who have had their spring seasons send photos of seniors they would like to sideration for the health and well-being “While this was a very difficult decision, cancelled by the coronavirus pandemic. see published in the upcoming editions of of all athletes, officials, coaches, medi- we believe it is appropriate given the un- The senior features have already the paper. cal staff, and volunteers. The challeng- precedented impact this pandemic has started rolling out, but if you have not All submissions can be made to es and uncertainty that COVID-19 has had on everyone, as well as our ability to seen your senior featured, we encouraged Sports Editor Gregory A. Scibelli at presented prevent the organization from produce events this year” you to send photos and info on your son [email protected]. In the subject line, appropriately planning, organizing, and Bay State Games remains hopeful or daughter, and encourage you to contact please identify the school and sport you producing events in 30 different sports that some events may proceed in the fall their coach to speak with us. are writing in about. Senior athletes are this year. if and when it is safe to do so. Sport pages We have reached out to spring coach- also encouraged to write in to talk about This summer, Bay State Games was on the Bay State Games website will be es and athletic directors, but are still the season that wasn’t. set to celebrate its 39th annual Summer updated with information as it becomes trying to collect info on every team that Games. Due to multiple venue cancella- available. All athletes who have regis- tions, the inability to conduct team sport tered for the 2020 Summer Games will be tryouts in June, decisions by sport gov- refunded for their registration fee. If the erning bodies to suspend competitions, sport you wish to compete in can be held medical committee concerns, as well as in the fall of 2020, it will require a new Valley Wheel Over-30 Baseball other factors, the Summer Games will not registration. For more information, please be able to proceed as scheduled. visit www.baystategames.org. Please di- “We are committed to the health and rect all questions and inquiries to info@ League looking at early July open well-being of our constituents. It is of the baystategames.org. REGION – The Valley Wheel Over- ings are lifted. The league is projecting 30 Baseball League is seeking new play- tryouts in late June with an early July ers for the upcoming 2020 season. The start to the game schedule. The league is league is seeking players ages 28 and up. built on comradery, fair play, and having Quabbin Valley Baseball League Players turning 28 this year are eligible. a good time with friends. If interested in However, only players 30 and older can trying out, go to www.valleywheelbase- pitch. The league plays 15 regular sea- ball.com. The rules of the league and new hoping for mid-July start son games with games being held most- player forms can be found on the site. REGION – The Quabbin Valley Over- forward. Sign-ups should resume soon. ly on Sundays with a couple of weekday For further information, you can contact 30 Baseball League is seeking new players Based on the governor’s re-open plan, the games thrown in the mix as well as a the league’s commissioner, Jim Nason for 2020 season. The league has six teams, league is aiming for a start to the season in special Mother’s Day Saturday game in at [email protected] or call him several with open roster spots. Last year, mid-July with a modified schedule. Games early May. However, due to the current at (413) 433-4308. Tryouts will be take the league voted to allow players age 28 are nine innings and metal (BBCOR -3) circumstances, the league schedule has place as soon as conditions are allowed, and 29 to be able to join the league, though or wood bats are allowed. Fields locations been pushed back. The league still plans but new player applications are still being players under 30 are not eligible to pitch. are throughout Western Mass. For more to play its season once bans on gather- accepted. The cost of the league this season is $192. information on the league, or if you are in- For returning and new players, sign-ups terested in registering, go to https://www. have been placed on hold until a determi- quabbinvalleybaseball.org/. The league is SOCCER from page 7 as soon as possible. nation has been made on the season going also in Facebook. “Our goal is to get players playing hopefully of having a season, even with a and keep everyone safe,” the website delayed start. states. “So we are looking at a quick turn- Normally, the season would start next around to begin play once we get a thumbs TRACK from page 7 pointment in not having an outdoor sea- week, but games will start under Phase 3, up from the Governor’s Office. We want son last year. He said the cancellation has called Vigilant. Teams, in groups 10 and the league to be ready to go quickly once Sofia Tkachenko participated in the been hard on the seniors. under, can start practicing, however, and this happens.” high jump last year and placed fifth last While contact has been limited since the Kolodzieys are taking registrations and Teams interested in participating in year. the pandemic began, he has been able to starting to organize a schedule that would the league should begin signing up as soon Julianna Degray, Nicole Salcinski, make some contact with his team. start sometime shortly after June 30. as possible and can email ckolodziey@ Nicole Smith, and Ashley Terron were “I was able to deliver some gear to So far, the governor’s plan has gone msn.com for more information. Teams all returning throwers this season. Amber our seniors the other day and it was great according to the three-week schedule are encouraged to communicate with Maslak was a jumper, and Rochell Lucia- to see them,” said Raymond. “They were projects for it, which puts Phase 3 on tar- their school and/or recreation department no was a sprinter on last year’s team. all taking it hard but they are doing their get for that date. regarding field availability. Raymond said there was only disap- best right now.” The summer soccer season would On the new website, there is a link likely last at least four weeks through to with new rules and regulations for 2020. the end of July, but could also go into There will be additional information August. Diana Kolodziey said that is still about such things as social distancing and being determined. other safety precautions for the 2020 sea- In their preparations for the upcom- son. The league is planning to have both PUBLIC NOTICES ing season, the Kolodzieys have also the high school and adult seasons. Commonwealth of to participate in the telephon- VIN: 4M2YU57165DJ08975 pulled the trigger on a brand new web- Based on communications with the Massachusetts ic hearing, please contact the Buraq Jasim site, www.pioneervalleysummersoccer- various teams that are regularly involved, Hampden, ss. Chicopee Law Department at 20 Upland Gardens Dr, Apt 9 league.com. the Kolodzieys very much want the 2020 Western Division Housing 413-594-1520 or the Western Worcester, MA 01605 The new site has a new way of reg- summer season to happen. Court Division Housing Court at 2005 SUBARU FORESTER istering teams and is designed to move “Based on the overwhelming feed- Docket No. 19-CV-958 City 413-748-7838. VIN: JF1SG656X5H735250 most of the operations online, such as back we have received,” the website of Chicopee v. 6/11/2020 Yashada Kwaning scheduling and reporting scores and other states. “Many teams want to move for- The Heirs and Assigns 204 Beacon St, Apt B league information. ward and play understanding that we are of Genevieve A Taylor SALE OF Worcester, MA 01610 The Kolodzieys say will be looking NOTICE OF HEARING MOTOR VEHICLES up against some unfamiliar challenges. TO APPOINT RECEIVER UNDER G.L. c.255 Sec. 39A 2007 CHRYSLER out for the guidance from the governor’s The site states there will be a “con- To: The Heirs and Notice is hereby given PACIFICA office on exactly how Phase 3 will be im- densed” season, but it unclear how many Assigns of Genevieve A by Interstate Towing, Inc. VIN: 2A8GF68X87R290160 plemented as they look to start the season regular games will be played. Taylor; Debra Burns, Nancy pursuant to the provisions Arlene Twining Provost, Lori Buzzard, Scott of G.L. c. 255, section 39A, 33 Granville Rd Taylor that on June 18, 2020 at Southwick, MA 01077 Interstate Towing, Inc the A Petition to Enforce the 2008 NISSAN ALTIMA YOUTH from page 7 The Spec Pond league will be the first following Motor Vehicles State Sanitary Code has been VIN: 1N4BL24E28C146188 basketball that takes place in area since will be sold at private sale to filed in the Western Division David Berbrian/Cody ships concluding right before the start of high school basketball was shutdown just satisfy our garage keeper’s Housing Court concern- Hennessey youth football season. shy of the state finals. In youth basketball, lien thereon for storage, tow- ing the property located at 318 River St ing charges, care and expens- Litz confirmed the league is planning the Szlats Memorial Tournament in Chi- 54 Alfred Street, Chicopee, Liecester, MA 01524 Massachusetts. The City of es of notices and sale of said to start if and when the state enters Phase copee was just beginning when the state Chicopee has filed a motion vehicles. 2009 NISSAN ALTIMA 3, which is currently on track to happen banned all recreational activities. VIN: 1N4AL21E89C116288 on June 30. As the state continues its re-open- to appoint a receiver to 2001 FORD F350 Betty Hendrich While Phase 3 lists “limited crowds” take control of the property VIN: 1FDSE35F11HB17724 ing process, it is possible the Spec Pond 535 Rosedale St, 3D located at 54 Alfred Street, Unknown as part of the ability to resume athletic League will be able to ease some restric- Chicopee. Any person hav- Bronx, NY 10473 contests at the youth level, Litz has said tions in Phase 4, if that phase is imple- 2005 CADILLAC STS ing a connection to this prop- 2018 WOLF U50 the main parameter of starting the season mented sometime in July. 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Page 8 ❙ June 11, 2020 Chicopee Register PROTEST from page 1 thin, as her appetite for social change purpose of the ongoing campaign and, me that you can speak up. Show that you continues to grow. therefore, are unable to contribute he said. can call out the bad behavior. Unless you sitive. Mayor John Vieau chose to remove “We’ve been educating forever. “Right now, we are seeing that a lot can show me that you can call that out, Wilk from his position following the con- We’re kind of sick of educating,” said of people in the community that have not then you’re going to fall in the same buck- troversy. Rivera. “Racism is everywhere. It’s been well-informed and not well-educat- et as the rest that remain silent and com- With tensions brewing, the march been taught for hundreds of years. We’re ed on the topic of race,” said Miranda. placent,” said Miranda. was proceeded by a smaller gathering born into a system that was created by “The detractors to our cause are precisely During the June 6 rally, Chicopee Po- at the police station a day prior. A June a select few and structured to oppress. people who are not educated, whether it’s lice Lt. Holly Davis addressed the crowd, 8 vigil held outside of Chicopee High We’re in a system that is so oppressive not their fault or they’re willfully igno- a task that would have traditionally been School would later draw an audience of that if you’re not being oppressed, you rant. Education is a big component. If we relegated to Wilk. She assured the crowd nearly 100 people. can’t even see it.” want to plant seeds for a better future and that the department will expand upon its Each event was a success, but last When “white privilege” is men- educational reform that includes this di- perspective moving forward. Saturday’s march was the largest. The tioned, Rivera encourages Caucasians to versity clause and accountability, it’s very “We acknowledge, as a community, moment will long be remembered both in be less reactionary and more understand- important.” that we can do better and we acknowl- and outside of the city. ing and proactive. She added that the city He emphasized the mantra that “si- edge, as a police department, that we can Jeannette Rivera, a member of Our could benefit from a city councilor of lence is violence.” Regardless of where do better,” said Davis. “We can do better Revolution Chicopee and the Chicopee color or an increased amount of minority loyalties lie, Miranda urges all law en- to hear you and to listen to you. We recog- Democratic City Committee, explained educators. forcement officers to report racial injus- nize that you are here to have your voices that the events weren’t simply about Miranda believes that knowledge is tices that are observed on the job and said heard and we are all listening. We believe Floyd or Wilk but rather the history the tool that is best-suited to crush rac- doing the right thing should no longer be in equality, protection of all, compassion of “systemic racism” that has longed ism. While most community members are optional. and are dedicated to open communication plagued the city. Her patience is running well-intentioned, many miss the overall “If you’re not the bad cop, then show with all.”

STAFF PHOTOS BY DALTON ZBIERSKI Protesters make their presence felt with a variety of chants and signs in front of the Lauren Driscoll and her daughter Kaylynn Tyler prepare to march to the Public Safety Public Safety Complex June 6. Complex on June 6.

Johnny Miranda, chair of the Chicopee Cultural Council, expresses his disgust of racism Protesters kneel and raise their fists in solidarity, calling for an end to racial injustice. outside the Chicopee Police Station June 6.

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Over the past week, protesters of all skin colors and back- Chicopee police officers stand outside the Public Safety grounds have participated in numerous events in the city, Complex, bearing witness to a protest calling for an end to raising awareness and opening eyes to racial injustice. racial injustice June 6.

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Chicopee Register June 11, 2020 ❙ Page 11 AROUND THE REGION Audit urges improvements to waitlist, BHN clinic opens attendance monitoring statewide outpatient clinic for BOSTON – In a recent economic benefits. We all resolve it. The audit notes always perform regular- substance use disorders audit of the Department of benefit from a robust adult AE program funding is ly scheduled site visits SPRINGFIELD – Be- started medication treat- Elementary and Secondary education system. Our awarded based on student for AE providers and did havioral Health Network ment for their addiction in Education, state Auditor finding recommends spe- attendance and without not consistently follow its announced the opening other health care facilities Suzanne M. Bump iden- cific ways to get the most accurate attendance data, risk-based approach for of a new outpatient clinic or can be a first step in tified weaknesses in its from DESE’s new system,” DESE cannot ensure equi- scheduling these provider for the treatment of sub- starting medication treat- new systems to administer Bump said of the audit. “I table distribution of fund- monitoring visits. stance use disorders on ment for their addiction. access to and operation of commend the agency for ing to AE providers. The AE program of- its Liberty Street campus. FDA-approved medica- adult education programs. responding thoughtfully Additionally, the au- fers free educational as- The clinic offers medical- tions in combination with Areas singled out for and resolutely.” dit showed DESE did not sistance to Massachusetts ly supervised methadone counseling and behavioral improvement included Bump’s office re- ensure waitlist information residents who are 16 years in addition to suboxone, therapies will provide a maintenance of waiting viewed attendance records tracked by third-party AE and older and who are not vivitrol, other FDA ap- “whole-patient” approach lists, accuracy of atten- for 60 AE courses and providers was complete, enrolled in high school. proved medications and to the treatment of sub- dance records and moni- found inaccuracies in 59 of accurate and up to date. Providers include commu- counseling. stance use disorders. toring visits at AE provid- them, including instances The audit notes this could nity-based organizations, BHN offers a full The new clinic will be ers. The audit examined of students who were re- prevent interested students religious institutions, lo- continuum of care and open seven days per week the period of July 1, 2018 corded as absent but were from accessing AE pro- cal governments (through services in Springfield for and is located at 395 Lib- through June 30, 2019. present and students who grams and could result in their school systems) and those in addiction recov- erty St., sharing building “The common- were recorded as present ineffective planning and correctional facilities. ery. Recovery programs space with other BHN pro- wealth’s adult education but were actually absent. assessment of demand. The program is funded include acute treatment grams. The campus also program provides these In its response, DESE DESE indicated the same by both state and feder- (detox), residential recov- houses a crisis center, The learners ways to improve points to a transition be- transition between data al grants administered by ery homes, clinical stabi- Living Room, other 24- their lives and those of tween data systems as the systems was the source of DESE. During the audit lization, outpatient treat- hour treatment programs, their families, and has source of this issue and in- this issue and committed period, DESE granted ment and Driver Alcohol an adult outpatient clinic, wider community and dicates it is taking steps to to addressing it. A 2014 $39,927,932 to AE pro- Education services. care coordination and out- audit of DESE found sim- viders; $30,019,765 of this The new clinic will reach services, and admin- ilar issues related to wait- consisted of state appro- serve those who have istrative offices. lists for charter schools. priations and $9,908,167 Finally, the audit consisted of federal appro- Fiber Internet found the agency did not priations. PLEASE RECYCLE THIS NEWSPAPER is Coming Red Cross: Urgent need for blood donations The American Red declining in early April Those looking to do- Blood and platelet Cross has an urgent need amid this rapidly changing nate may do so daily at donors can save time at for blood donations to and complex public health the Springfield Blood Do- their next donation by prevent another blood crisis. At the same time, nation Center, 150 Brook- using RapidPass to com- shortage as hospitals re- blood drives continue to dale Drive in Springfield, plete their pre-donation sume surgical procedures be canceled as many busi- at various times. More reading and health histo- and patient treatments that nesses and community or- information is available at ry questionnaire online, were temporarily paused ganizations remain closed. RedCrossBlood.org. on the day of their dona- earlier this spring in re- Donors are needed to All blood types are tion, before arriving at sponse to the COVID-19 make and keep scheduled needed to ensure a reli- the blood drive. To get pandemic. appointments to help meet able supply for patients. 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There is no least 110 pounds and are percent of the nation’s Fiber to your neighborhood! 800-RED CROSS (800- known end date in this in generally good health blood; teaches skills that 733-2767) or enabling the fight against coronavirus, may be eligible to donate save lives; provides in- Blood Donor Skill on any and the Red Cross urgent- blood. High school stu- ternational humanitarian Register now for Crossroads Fiber Amazon Echo device. ly needs the help of do- dents and other donors 18 aid; and supports military www.crossroadsfiber.net In recent weeks, hos- nors and blood drive hosts years of age and younger members and their fami- pital demand for blood to ensure blood products also have to meet certain lies. For more information, products has grown by are readily available for height and weight require- visit redcross.org. 30 percent after sharply patients. ments.

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PRICING UPDATE: We have some good news to report here at 90 Meat – FALLING PRICES! In addition to our sales $ $ items, regular prices of most fresh beef, pork, and chicken dropped for the first time today since before this FALLING pandemic started. Now we understand they are not back to “normal” but we anticipate this trend to continue PRICES for the next few weeks. We are optimistic that soon we will achieve our ultimate goal of B.C. Pricing – Before $ Corona Pricing. Please stay tuned as we are working diligently to get our loyal customers the best prices possible. at Kelly & Velazquez Eye Center USDA INSP. FRESH BONELESS BUY DIRECT BEEF TENDERLOIN AND SAVE 1504 N. Main Street 362 Sewall Street USDA INSP. FRESH BONE-IN USDA INSP. FRESH BONE-IN 10 LB B.C. Palmer Ludlow $ 57 CUT B.C. BAG PRICING ¢ $ 88 PRICING lb ASSORTED PORK CHOPS ..... 1 lb FREE lb CHICKEN BREAST ...... 99 413-283-3511 413-589-1806 6 USDA INSP. FRESH USDA INSP. FRESH B.C. PRICING ¢ USDA INSP. TWIN PAK ¢ PORK SHOULDER PICNIC ...... 88 lb FRESH BONELESS WHOLE CHICKEN ...... 99lb The Most Advanced Lens Designs USDA INSP. FRESH 10 LB BAG B.C. BEEF SHOULDER USDA INSP. FRESH PRICING $ 77 ¢ PORK SIRLOIN CUTLETS ...... 1lb LONDON BROIL CHICKEN DRUMSTICKS ...65lb Large Selection SLICED IN OUR DELI $ 99 USDA INSP. FROZEN BEST YET 2 LB BAG USDA INSP $ 99 lb of Frames lb 3 $ 99 TURKEY BREAST ...... 3 COOKED SHRIMP 41/50 COUNT ea USDA INSP. FRESH 8 from Budget to Designer BONELESS THOMAS FARM 90 Meat Outlet 90 Avocado St., GREAT ON GRILL Springfield USDA INSP STORE MADE ITALIAN MARINATED $ 29 LAMB LEG ROAST We Provide the Finest Quality at FREE NEW EXTENDED HOURS: BONELESS CHICKEN BREAST .. 2 lb Mon. - Wed. 8-4 We reserve the Reasonable Prices! USDA INSP STORE MADE TEXAS BBQ MARINATED RANGE $ 49 Thurs. 8-6 • Fri. 8-6 • Sat. 8-3 right to limit $ 29 lb BONELESS PORK BUTT STRIPS . 2 lb 4 quantities. SAVINGS • SELECTION • SERVICE Tim Murphy Jim Phillips USDA INSP 2 1/2 LB BOX NATURAL CASING $ 99 BUY DIRECT FOR ea RDO#1334 RDD#4261 KAYEM HOT DOGS ...... 12 SALE DATES: 6/11/20 - 6/17/20 90meat.com • 413-737-1288

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