December 17, 2015 - Wilbraham Hampden Times
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December 17, 2015 - Wilbraham Hampden Times
Man robs credit union at knifepoint: See Page 10 Thursday, December 17, 2015 The Wilbraham-Hampden Mailed Thursdays to every home in Wilbraham and Hampden Falcons come up short to Cybercats Prsrt Std U.S. Postage Paid Palmer, MA Permit No. 22 Postal Patron ECRW SS Please see page 17 Dedicated to improving the quality of life in the communities we serve A salute to service Prochnow to be honored with party By Tyler S. Witkop Turley Publications Staff Writer WILBRAHAM – Tucked from view in his office in the Wilbraham Senior Center, Veterans Agent Richard Prochnow has ardently served the town’s veterans for the last four years. Spanning a period of 29 years, Prochnow spent much of his time outside of the public eye helping Wilbraham’s veterans receive the assistance and benefits they earned through service to their country and on Dec. 31, his service to the town will end. While the public may recognize him from the annual Veterans and Memorial Day ceremonies each year, when he would give speeches and introduce guest speakers, his legacy is long reaching. “He put his heart and soul into his job,” Social Services Coordinator and Veterans Assistant Barbara Harrington said. Harrington explained that while officially only part-time as the town’s veterans agent, Prochnow would often work full-time hours in order to provide for the veterans of Wilbraham. Whether he helped them with assistance forms, taking them to visits of the Springfield Armory or Westover Air Base, “he really went above and beyond,” she said. Please see PROCHNOW, page 12 TIMES file photo Wilbraham Veterans Agent Richard Prochnow (left), who received a State House Citation from state Rep. Angelo Puppolo Jr., D-Springfield, on Nov. 10, will be honored with a retirement party Dec. 17. s g n i r S t liness… l i s f o Students cover seventh grade English teacher Laurie Gentile with silly string in an after school student vs. faculty silly string battle Dec. 10. The event was the students’ reward for being top sellers in this year’s magazine drive. Fifth-grader Thomas Knybel-Grant defends an attack from Assistant Principal Amy Bostian (not pictured). See more photos on page 16. TIMES staff photos by Tyler S. Witkop School Committee questions student assessments Michael Mazzuca: ‘It’s lipstick on a pig’ By Tyler S. Witkop Turley Publications Staff Writer WILBRAHAM – Officials are at odds with the state about the future of required student assessment following recent announcements by the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education. With the Board’s vote Nov. 17 to update the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System beginning in the spring of 2016 with a percentage of questions from the Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers exam, members of the Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School Committee say that the state is not listening to districts. “This community, our communities have spoken,” School Committee member Michael Mazzuca said. “This dis- www.wilbrahamtimes.com TIMES staff photo by Tyler S. Witkop Middle School Task Force member George Semanie of Hampden updates the School Committee on the status of a survey for residents. trict wants nothing to do with PARCC. It’s lipstick on a pig. While the commissioner says he’s listening he’s not really.” The state will seek a new contract for a vendor to produce a new MCAS test using MCAS and PARCC material for testing in the spring of 2017 for grades three through eight. High school assessments will remain unchanged until 2019 while an advisory committee seeks to create new testing standards. An advisory committee to create a new test for 2017 has yet to be established. Currently, Wilbraham Middle School math teacher Lisa Simon and Minnechaug information specialist Georgina Trebbe serve on the Commissioner’s Teacher’s Advisory Council. Thornton W. Burgess Principal Peter Dufresne sits on the Commissioner’s Principal Advisory Council and Superintendent M. Martin O’Shea sits on the Superintendent’s Advisory Council. For this spring’s test, districts have the option to take the MCAS test or a paper or computer-based PARCC exam. Districts that opt for PARCC will not be held accountable for any negative changes in district accountability. Additionally, each school may decide which PARCC exam it wishes to administer to students. ‘Untested’ O’Shea said that regardless of the committee’s decision for the spring, a percentage of PARCC questions will reach students. “Only MCAS districts are dealing with additional PARCC requirements,” School Committee member and retired Minnechaug science teacher Patricia Gordon said. “What we’re Please see STUDENT, page 11 www.facebook.com/wilbrahamhampdentimes The Wilbraham-Hampden TIMES Page WilbrahamHampden Times Obituary Policy Turley Publications offers two types of obituaries. One is a free, brief Death Notice listing the name of deceased, date of death and funeral date and place. The other is a Paid Obituary, costing $75, which allows families to publish extended death notice information of their own choice and may include a photograph. Death Notices & Paid Obituaries should be submitted through a funeral home to: [email protected]. Exceptions will be made only when the family provides a death certificate and must be pre-paid. weddin announcement December 17, 2015 Holiday Church Directory Services for Thursday, Dec. 24 and Friday, Dec. 25 Bethlehem Church 123 Allen St., Hampden 413-566-5572 Rev. Brian MacLeod Services: Thursday, Dec. 24 at 5 and 11 p.m. Federated Community Church 590 Main St., Hampden 413-566-3711 Rev. Todd Farnsworth Services: Thursday, Dec. 24 at 5:30 p.m. St. Mary’s Church 27 Somers Road, Hampden 413-566-8843 Rev. Timothy Murphy Masses: Thursday, Dec. 24 at 5:30 and 10 p.m. Friday, Dec. 25 at 10 a.m. and noon Joshua Blain and Sarah Schoolcraft TIMES photo submitted Sarah Schoolcraft weds Joshua Blain Sarah Schoolcraft and Joshua Blain were married on Oct. 24, 2015 aboard the Carnival Breeze in Miami, Florida. The bride, daughter of Allen and Laurie Schoolcraft, of Hampden, is a 2005 graduate of Minnechaug Regional High School. She owns Scantic River Child Care in Hampden. The groom, son of Stephen and Michelle Blain, of Hampden, is a 2005 graduate of Minnechaug Regional High School. He is currently employed as a field energy consultant for SolarCity. The couple has known each other since the second grade at Green Meadows Elementary School in Hampden and now resides in Stafford Springs, Connecticut. Christ the King Church 758 Main St., Wilbraham Rev. Nathaniel Anderson 413-596-3045 Service: Thursday, Dec. 24 at 9:30 p.m. Church of the Epiphany 20 Highland Ave., Wilbraham Rev. Nathaniel Anderson 413-566-6080 Service: Thursday, Dec. 24 at 5:30 p.m. Evangel Assembly of God 348 Stony Hill Road, Wilbraham Rev. Brian Tracy 413-599-1729 Services: Thursday, Dec. 24 at 4 and 6 p.m. Grace Union Church 10 Chapel St., Wilbraham Rev. David Hurst 413-596-4397 Service: Thursday, Dec. 24 at 7 p.m. St. Cecilia’s Church 42 Main St., Wilbraham Rev. Daniel Boyle 413-596-4232 Masses: Thursday, Dec. 24 at 4 (family liturgy), 6:30 and 10 p.m. Friday, Dec. 25 at 9:30 and 11 a.m. Wilbraham United Church 500 Main St., Wilbraham 413-596-2511 Services: Thursday, Dec. 24 at 4, 7:30 and 11 p.m. ‘Stockings for Seniors’ starts up again WILBRAHAM – Orchard Valley at Wilbraham is once again conducting an annual “Stockings for Seniors” drive this holiday season. The drive asks for stockings filled with small items, or the small items themselves, that will be given to local homebound seniors. Stockings will be distributed to the elderly through local senior centers and meals-on-wheels programs. Gift cards, puzzle books, eye- glass repair kits, light up magnifying glasses, flashlights, batteries, night lights, nail clippers, nail files, tooth brushes, tooth paste, hand lotion, stamps, note cards, candy, lottery tickets and holiday items are all suggested donations. Donations can be dropped off up until Friday, Dec. 18. For more information or to register call 596-0006 or email [email protected]. Celebrate Christmas Eve with Us The word “advent” means “coming.” In this season of advent, we prepare for the coming of the Savior Jesus Christ, born as a baby in Bethlehem. The Scriptures teach that an angel of the Lord appeared to shepherds in the fields at night and brought the good news of Christ’s birth. The shepherds then said to one another, “Let’s go to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened.” (Luke 2:15) We invite you to come to Bethlehem and see! Consider His coming, and the gifts of Peace, Hope, Joy & Love that our Savior offers. Please join us! Living Life Connected 123 Allen Street, Hampden, MA 413-566-5572 www.BethlehemHampden.org Christmas Eve Services 5:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m. Sundays 8:45 - 10:30 a.m. - Adults relax in the Main Street Café by the fireplace 9:15 - 10:15 a.m. - Nursery/Sunday School for infants to grade 12 10:30 a.m. Worship Service The Wilbraham-Hampden TIMES December 17, 2015 NEWS About Town By Tyler Witkop and Tony Fimognari To submit items for possible inclusion in News About Town or other news columns, send to Editor, Wilbraham Hampden Times, 2341 Boston Rd., Wilbraham, MA 01095 or e-mail to [email protected]. Photos are welcome. Early holiday deadline Due to the Christmas and New Year’s holidays, the Times has early deadlines. The deadline for all news and photo submissions for the Dog licenses available Dec. 24 issue is noon, Thursday, Dec. 17. The deadline for the Dec. 31 issue is noon, Thursday, Dec. 24. WILBRAHAM – Town Clerk Beverly J. Litchfield announced that 2016 dog licenses are now available in the Town Clerk’s Office. This year’s licenses will expire on Thursday, Dec. 31. For more information, call the Town Clerk’s Office at 5962800, ext. 200. St. Cecilia Mass times change WILBRAHAM – St. Cecilia’s recently announced changes to Mass times. As of Saturday, Jan. 9, the Saturday evening Mass change from 5 p.m. to 4 p.m. In addition, the usual midnight Mass for Christmas this year will be changed to 10 p.m. For more information, call the church at 596-4232. community is now underway. The collection box for the unwrapped toys is located in the rotunda of the Parish Hall of St. Cecilia’s until Sunday, Dec. 20. 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TIMES photo by David Miles Singing for the seniors… Members of Hampden’s Bethlehem Baptist Church sing carols for residents of LifeCare Center of Wilbraham Dec. 13. Insurance agency to collect for Toys for Tots HAMPDEN – Richard R. Green Insurance, 32 Somers Road, announced it is holding its 11th annual Toys for Tots collection now through Saturday, Dec. 19. Individuals may drop off a new, unwrapped toy to benefit children in need during business hours at either the Hampden or Monson office, 212 Main St. The agency will match up to $300 in collected toys. Additionally, the Monson office will sell ornaments of the old Monson Town Hall, the proceeds of which benefit local programs. For more information call 566-0028 or 267-3495. Village F O O D Happy Holidays from our families to yours! M A R T 43 SOMERS ROAD, HAMPDEN, MA • 566-8717 From left Minnechaug students Jill Laliberte, Brooke Barry and Grace Drost receive their admission passes to the Semiformal Dec. 4 from Ryan Yelle, Dylan Baker, Allie Ross and Graeme Bazarian. This year’s dance had an under-the-sea theme. Free lunch at Hampden Senior Center HAMPDEN – Seniors age 60 and above are eligible for a free lunch through Greater Springfield Senior Services Incorporated on Friday, Dec. 18 at the Hampden Senior Center. The lunch will take place at 11:30 a.m. Reservations must be HAMPDEN – The annual winter parking ban for the town of Hampden is in effect now through April 1, 2016. Any vehicles left on town roads may be towed at the owner’s expense. All vehicles that impede snow removal may be towed by the Police Department or at the request of the Highway Department. are asked to email the address, with any pertinent information to [email protected]. The inventory is a continuation of one conducted in the past. Properties already inventoried may be viewed at www. mhc-macris.net. Any included property in the inventory will be researched for information to include the age, location and provenience. Closing 3 pm Christmas Eve Closed Christmas Day Have a whale of a time… Parking ban in effect Survey of historical properties WILBRAHAM – The Wilbraham Historical Commission will be conducting an inventory of historical properties within the town of Wilbraham. This inventory is funded by a grant from the Community Preservation Committee. Residents who own or are aware of a property at least 100 years old or of significant historical value to the town TIMES photo by David Miles Hampden Library collecting pajamas HAMPDEN – Children’s Services Librarian Chanda Williams announced the Hampden Library is collecting children’s pajamas now through Saturday, Dec. 19. Individuals are encouraged to bring new pajamas in all children’s sizes to the library. 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The Wilbraham-Hampden TIMES December 17, 2015 Page NEWS About Town Wilbraham Library to hold wrapping party WILBRAHAM – The Wilbraham Public Library announced a Christmas Wrapping Party will take place Saturday, Dec, 19 from 10 a.m. to noon. Adult Services Librarian Mary Bell said that wrapping paper, scissors and tape will be available for free to anyone looking to get their gift wrapping done before the holidays. Teen volunteers will be available to make sure supplies are available. The event is free and no registration is required. For more information, call the library at 596-6141. Helping those in need of hope and opportunity ‘Car Guy’ to visit senior center WILBRAHAM – St. Cecilia Parish announced it will once again be supporting Heifer International with a collection now through Sunday, Dec. 20. A gift of $10 supports the purchase of a share of a cow, chicken, goose, goat, sheep, rabbit, bee hive, llama, water buffalo or fruit tree, which will be donated to families in need in the United States and overseas. The donation can be put WILBRAHAM – Mark “The Car Guy” Whitney will visit the Wilbraham Senior Center in a presentation on Monday, Dec. 21 at 10 a.m. Whitney will present winter car care techniques aimed at avoiding costly repairs. The event is free and open to the public. For more information or to register, call the Wilbraham Senior Center 5968379. in any name and each donation comes with a decorated card that expresses that a donation has been made in the loved ones’ name. Information about Heifer’s “Alternative Gift Giving” and pricing sheets are available in the rotunda of St. Cecilia Parish until Sunday, Dec. 20 after every mass. For more information, call 596-9483. TIMES photo by David Miles Selling a piece of history… Sandy Sanders (left) and Lucy Peltier of the Atheneum Society of Wilbraham, sell copies of “Wilbraham History and Culture Volume IV 1963-2013” during the United Church Holly Fair Dec. 12. Proceeds from book sales support the Old Meeting House Museum. Applicants sought for tax work-off program WILBRAHAM – The town of Wilbraham is accepting applications for 18 positions under the Senior Tax Work-Off Program for abatement on fiscal 2017 property tax bills. Hired Senior Tax Work Off employees would work in the year 2016 to receive abatement for fiscal 2017 property taxes. Basic requirements are that taxpayers must be over 60 years of age, must be an assessed owner of property in Wilbraham, and must have owned and occupied a home in Wilbraham for at least five years. The fiscal year runs July 1 through June 30. The current compensation is calculated at the state minimum wage at $9 per hour and the maximum allowable abatement is $1,000 per property. As a result, seniors will need to work 111.11 hours to receive the full abatement of $1,000 (less federal income tax and Medicare deductions.) 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Most Vehicles - With this coupon - Expires 12/31/15 T • Central Dispatch: one call operator • Senior Center: three office assistants and two van drivers • Treasurer/Collector’s Office: one office assistant • Engineering/Public Works: one maintenance worker Hours are flexible and sometimes weather permitting, can be worked out on an individual basis between the department di- rector and the senior worker but must be completed by Nov. 30, 2016. Interested senior residents can pick up applications and information packets at the senior center, library, or Selectmen’s Office, or print it online at www. wilbraham-ma.gov. Applications must be submitted to the Board of Selectmen no later than Saturday, Jan. 2, 2016. The Wilbraham-Hampden TIMES Page December 17, 2015 Editorial Watch out for Christmas crooks 12 Scams of Christmas By the Better Business Bureau On the twelfth day of Christmas, The scammers gave to me: Twelve malware e-cards, Eleven stranded grandkids, Ten counterfeit gifts, Nine pickpockets, Eight stolen gift cards, Seven fake coupons, Six Santa scammers, Five fake charities, Four bogus websites, Three travel scams, Two phony loves, And a totally fictitious puppy. I t may seem the good folks over at the Better Business Bureau are poking fun at holiday scams, and while we got a little chuckle from their 21st century rendition of “The Twelve Days of Christmas” (written just a couple years ago), we think the BBB’s good humor offers a timely warning to readers that not everyone has “good will toward men” this time of year. If you’re trying to get to the end of your holiday shopping list, don’t let a hasty keystroke or hurried purchase ruin your holiday. There are scammers lurking, waiting to take advantage of stressed out shoppers. Be alert and take heed to anything that seems suspicious. A good word of advice: If you didn’t enter a lottery, you can’t win it. Never give out personal information over the Internet. Law enforcement will never ask for money during an investigation. If it seems “iffy,” or too good to be true, contact the Hampden police at 413566-8011, Wilbraham police at 413-596-3837 or the Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office at 617-727-8400. Also, in the hyped up electronic world, e-cards may be filling your inbox right about now, but they don’t always bring “good tidings of great joy.” One click could give your computer a nasty virus or malware. The “stranded grandkids” scam is also alive and well. In this particular scam, crooks pose as law enforcement and claim a family member has been detained. The crooks ask for bail money to release the relative. This scam often targets seniors. Scammers prey on the emotions of their victims, hoping hasty deci- sions are made before a victim has time to review the situation. If you are expecting a package delivery, chances are, so is a thief. Most delivery services provide tracking numbers and will text or email notifications on the status of a package, including delivery. If you didn’t get the goods, contact the store immediately. Another good tip — request a signature confirmation upon delivery. This way, the package will not be left unattended. Recognizing being involved in a scam is not as obvious as it may seem. Should a resident feel they’ve been contacted by a scammer, they can report scams to local police or the attorney general. To check if a company or charity is legitimate, visit the Better Business Bureau at www.bbb.org. To learn more about holiday scams and ways to protect yourself, visit the Better Business Bureau’s website. In the meantime, from all of us at The Wilbraham-Hampden Times, we wish you and yours a happy and safe holiday season! Tell us what you think. Send letters to [email protected]. The Wilbraham-Hampden Times is published every Thursday by Turley Publications, Inc., 24 Water St., Palmer, Mass. 01069. Telephone (413) 283-8393, Fax (413) 289-1977. PATRICK H. TURLEY CEO KEITH TURLEY President DOUGLAS L. TURLEY Vice President EDITOR Tyler S. Witkop ADVERTISING SALES Jocelyn Walker SPORTS EDITOR Dave Forbes EDITOR EMERITUS Charles F. Bennett SOCIAL MEDIA @ Wilbraham-Hampden Times WEB www.wilbrahamtimes.com Volunteers of the Week Meeting Schedule The state estimates the value of a volunteer in Massachusetts is worth $27.43 per hour. Wilbraham Providing a place of warmth for our seniors Thursday, Dec. 17 Community Preservation Committee 7 p.m. Town Office Building This week’s volunteers of the week are Anita Christopher, Cristie Tracy and Nancy Fitzgerald of Wilbraham who volunteer with the Springfield Schools Volunteers. I would like to address the editorial pub- pants to dress in layers for their own comfort. lished in the Dec. 10 issue of the Wilbraham-Hampden Times. As the Director of Address Needs Elder Affairs for the town of Wilbraham, I was The pitch group has met on Monday afsomewhat surprised to read a few statements ternoons at the Senior Center for years. It is that were not correct. unfortunate that they will no longer It is true that the Senior Cenbe playing in Wilbraham, but there ter is lacking in space to serve all were other factors in their choosGuest the residents who come in on a ing to move on. The good news columnist regular basis. The staff works hard is we are now able to offer lunch to juggle the three activity rooms and Bingo on Mondays to fill the with programming and services, room. Anyone age 60 and over is often leaving nowhere for a senior welcome to join. For a $2 donation, to “just hang out.” you will be served a delicious hot If you ever stop in the Senior meal followed by a fun few games Center in the morning, you may of Bingo. find all rooms occupied and the As the town demographics conPaula Dubord four chairs in the lobby full. We do Director of Elder Affairs tinue to change and more residents have a few seniors that like to come “aging in place,” the town must adin and visit daily, have coffee and dress the needs of our seniors. The read the paper. We realize the importance of process has begun and although moving at the being a place for our older residents to gather speed of molasses, the Feasibility Committee, and remain social and engaged. We do our best Council on Aging board members, Friends of to accommodate all requests, often having se- Wilbraham Seniors and the senior center staff niors sitting in staff office while we work. This are working tirelessly on finding the right soluis not a perfect solution, but until we have more tion for not only the seniors but the entire town. space, it is all we have to offer. And support from the Board of Selectmen and With our limited space, every room in the other town officials has been increasing, as the Senior Center is a multi-use room. In one day, need for a larger space has been made evident. each room may be used for three to four differWe may not have the perfect senior center, ent activities. A good example is in our large but we don’t want anyone to feel “left out in room on Wednesdays, we have Tai Chi, fol- the cold.” The staff and volunteers at the center lowed by gentle exercise, Zumba Gold, yoga take great effort to make everyone feel warm and art. Unfortunately, we cannot adjust the and welcome. thermostat for each activity, but keep the room between 69 and 71 degrees. This has been our Paula Dubord is a resident of Wilbraham practice for the last 13 years we have been and the Director of Elder Affairs in town. She located with the YMCA building. During the can be reached at 413-596-8379 or pdubord@ winter months, signs are posted asking partici- wilbraham-ma.gov. NEWS & FEATURES As a paper of record, we attempt to cover all general news, personality profiles, and community features that we know about. This includes all selectmen and school committee meetings as well as spot planning board, board of health, finance, and other town meetings determined by the issue’s relevance to our readers. There are the annual major community event features that we should always cover, but we are more than open to suggestions of other features to celebrate the fabric of our communities and their many interesting occupants. 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The swift apprehension of this subject will be followed by a thorough and aggressive prosecution. I would like to commend and thank the public and members of the media for their assistance in bringing the subject to justice. ” District Attorney Anthony Gulluni on the recent bank robbery investigation at the Polish National Credit Union in Wilbraham. Frank Petrolati of Ludlow was arrested within 24 hours of the incident. www.turley.com Turley Publications, Inc. cannot assume liability for the loss of photographs or other materials submitted for publication. Materials will not be returned except upon specific request when submitted. Editorial Policy Letters to the editor should be 350 words or less in length. No unsigned or anonymous opinions will be published. We require letter writers to include his or her town of residence and home telephone number. We must authenticate authorship prior to publication. 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The deadline for submission of news material, letters to the editor and photos is Monday at 12 p.m. The TIMES is not responsible for submitted photos. The Wilbraham-Hampden TIMES December 17, 2015 J Page Talk of the TOWNS ust a reminder that I welcome submissions for this column every week. Are you proud of a Dean’s List student? Are you celebrating a special anniversary or birthday? Do you want to promote a Wilbraham or Hampden fundraiser or event? Just email me with the info at cbennett4765@charter. net. TALK Have you tried to give up Facebook? columnist A new study has found that people who give up Facebook for just one week report suffering less envy and are “more satisfied with their lives” than those that continue logging on to the website according to The Week magazine. The magazine asked their readers to come up with a medical term for the strong feelings of envy and dissatisfaction that can result from regular CHARLES F. social media use. The best answers were: BENNETT “Boast traumatic stress disorder”, “low selfie esteem”, and “Peer-anoia”. In today’s climate of terrorist attacks and outrageous political campaign statements it’s a pleasure to talk about delightful community events; good news for the town of Wilbraham. Much goodwill came out of the holiday events in our town in the last few weeks. The Old Post Road Orchestra concert Dec. 4, directed by Juli E. Sansoucy, at St. Cecilia’s. Then the Wilbraham Community Chorus concert Dec. 6 at Wilbraham United Church, under the direction of retired Minnechaug Choral Director Raymond Drury. That afternoon the Atheneum Society held their Christmas Tree Open House in the Old Meeting House. Spokeswoman Nan Nieske and President Sandy Sanders told us they had a steady stream of people pouring into the Meeting House all afternoon. My favorite was the tree decorated by the Wilbraham Brownie Troop 64587. The big day culminated in the Town Christmas Tree Lighting put on by the Rotary Club in Crane Park. Before the event began we saw Art Ferrara of Landmark escorting hundreds of “munchkin’s” to Crane Park; but he wasn’t bringing little folks; he was carrying Dunkin Donuts “munchkins”, treats provided by Landmark for all to enjoy at the Tree Lighting. The weather was great and with the help of hundreds of local kids, Santa lit the tree. Thanks to Editor Tyler Witkop of the Wilbraham-Hampden Times, Scott Ganho of LUSO Federal Credit Union and Landmark Realtors for co-sponsoring the family-friendly event. Adding immense value to the Tree Lighting was leader Jen Powell and her Brownie Troop , who produced and handed out Christmas Carols booklets with many favorites, such as “Silent Night”, “O Christmas Tree”, “Joy to the World” and “Deck the Halls”. When Santa asked a little girl what she wanted for Christmas, she surprised onlookers with her answer: “A chicken and a skateboard.” Meanwhile in Hampden, Tyler said our sister town’s Tree Lighting was a lot of fun and a big success. We ran into Richard Scott, a teacher and adviser to the Minnechaug yearbook, at the Thanksgiving Day Minnechaug football game. A local historian and keeper of Wilbraham lore, he couldn’t say enough in praise about the town’s new history book, “Wilbraham History and Culture – Volume IV – 1963-2013”. The book is edited and produced by Joan Paris with many photos by the Times’ Dave Miles. Richard, who knows a thing or two about book production, said he loved the cover of the book and the printed quality. He noted how well-written and informative it is. The book cover features a photo from the top of Wilbraham Mountain and the colorful 250th logo. The 353-page book, which chronicles our last 50 years, is available at the Old Meeting House (Atheneum Society) on Main Street and at the Wilbraham Library for $30. All proceeds of the book sale will go to both the Library and the Atheneum Society. Best wishes to La Cucina di Hampden House who held their annual Toys for Joy fundraiser dinner last Monday. They collected toys and donated them to the Salvation Army and the Center for Human Development the following morning. The Wilbraham Senior Center held a holiday luncheon last Tuesday featuring the musical talents of Wilbraham Middle School students. The menu included ham, apricot glaze, mashed potatoes, carrots, rolls and pumpkin pie. Musical entertainment was provided by the Middle School’s “Brass with Class” under the direction of Andy Villamaino. Happy Birthday to Dave Miles who will be 83 on Christmas Eve. This was the “Joke of the Week” at the Dec. 2 Rotary Club meeting: A child asked his mother, “How were people born?” So his mother said, “Adam and Eve made babies, then their babies became adults and made babies, and so on.” The child then went to his father, asked him the same question and he told him, “We were monkeys then we evolved to become like we are now.” The child ran back to his mother and said, “You lied to me!” His mother replied, “No, your father was talking about his side of the family.” LETTER to the editor Time for a new senior center To the editor: Thank you for stepping up to the plate and getting the word out about the conditions of our Wilbraham Senior Center. I have lived in Wilbraham for 51 years and have raised four children, and supported all the schools, and the making of sports fields, and everything else that goes along with what our tax dollar goes for. Now, it’s our turn, and where are we to go? We have no senior center of our own, (will I see one in my lifetime?) and have to depend on the YMCA for our events, no matter what they are. It’s so important, (ask any doctor) that seniors get out and socialize with others, now that our families are grown and gone, and our productive days of jobs and careers are over with. It’s not reasonable or healthy to expect our seniors to sit in a room with cold air blowing down our backs. One senior came in one day wearing a bathrobe and blankets around her shoulders to ward off the cold. It’s so very sad to think that we’ve had to resort to our neighboring towns of Hampden, Ludlow and East Longmeadow for a place to gather. It seems to me that I’ve heard that we have a dog park in Wilbraham, do we mean less than dogs! Retired Editor Emeritus Charlie Bennett writes this regular column for the Times. Please send items for the column to [email protected]. 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The Wilbraham-Hampden TIMES Page December 17, 2015 TIMES photo by David Miles Wait in line… Rotary Club member Donald Flannery opens the fence for the waiting children to meet with Santa Claus. A Community Gallery of life in Wilbraham and Hampden: The following is a spotlight on the Hampden and Wilbraham Tree Lighting Ceremonies that took place Dec. 6. Children wait in line in Crane Park to visit with Santa Claus. Spectators gather around the tree in Crane Park. Santa rides atop a fire truck. Wilbraham Brownies enjoy history and the ceremony. The Rev. Todd Farnsworth leads Hampden in a prayer. Santa and Mrs. Claus greet children and families. Hampden Girl Scouts serve hungry spectators. Children deliver their Christmas wishes to Santa. Merry and bright… Lif Readers are encouraged to send in medium to high resolution photos for this page by e-mail to [email protected] or mail to TIMES, 2341 Boston Road, Wilbraham, MA 01095. Please note that if you send us a photo of the Times in different parts of the world, please include a recognizable landmark in the background. Examples: Eiffel Tower; castle in Spain. TIMES staff photo by Tyler S. Witkop Serving the community… Hampden Girl Scouts serve baked goods to hungry attendants of the Tree Lighting Ceremony inside the Town House Auditorium. This page is brought to you Looking For a New Dining Option? Our dining room is open to the public. Join us for Fri. Night Dinner and Sun. Breakfast! Please call for dinner reservations. Call 596-8492 859 Stony Hill Road, Wilbraham, MA The Wilbraham-Hampden TIMES December 17, 2015 TIMES photo by David Miles Page TIMES staff photo by Tyler S. Witkop Scouting for his ‘tree’… Greetings from the North Pole… Wilbraham Brownie Girl Scout Troop 64587 from left Bella Frasier, Alexandra Nichols, Olivia Tierney, Ashley Kane, Alyssa Kapen, Therese Testa, Charlotte Powell and leader Jennifer Powell exit the Old Meeting House Museum to experience the Tree Lighting Ceremony Dec. 6 in the center of Wilbraham. Santa and Mrs. Claus greet families in Hampden after receiving a police and fire escort in Engine 1 Dec. 6. A Community Gallery fe in Wilbraham & Hampden TIMES staff photo by Tyler S. Witkop Leading prayer… TIMES photos by David Miles The Rev. Todd Farnsworth from Hampden’s Federated Community Church leads the community in a prayer during Hampden’s Tree Lighting Ceremony. Spectators gather around the giant tree in Crane Park for the lighting of the town tree Dec. 6. The lights were strung by the WilbrahamHampden Rotary Club and Northern Tree Service Nov. 14. 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Closed Follow us on Facebook for our daily & weekly specials The Wilbraham-Hampden TIMES Page 10 Ludlow man arrested in Wilbraham armed robbery case WILBRAHAM – A Ludlow man was arrested in connection to a bank robbery Dec. 11 at the Polish National Credit Union, 2002 Boston Road in Wilbraham. Frank Petrolati, 26, was arrested on charges of armed robbery at his home Saturday, Dec. 12 with the assistance of the Ludlow Police Department. According to Wilbraham police Sgt. Mark Paradis, the suspect was armed with a knife and left the credit union with “an undetermined amount of cash.” The suspect then left the scene in what appeared to be a dark colored pickup truck. As the Times went to press, the amount of money taken from the credit union had not been made public. “This was a conjunction of efforts with the state and Ludlow Po- TIMES photo submitted Surveillance footage of the bank robbery at Polish National Credit Union office on Boston Road in Wilbraham led to the arrest of Frank Petrolati of Ludlow. lice,” Paradis said. Shortly before 9 p.m. on Dec. 11, the Wilbraham Police Department posted clear surveillance footage of the suspect on its Facebook page. The image was then featured on several news outlets which prompted a flood of calls and texts to the department, assisting in the investigation. Paradis said that from crime to arrest took under 24 hours. “This was a great team effort by the Wilbraham, Ludlow and Massachusetts State Police,” District Attorney Anthony Gulluni said in a press release. “The swift apprehension of this subject will be followed by a thorough and aggressive prosecution. I would like to commend and thank the public and members of the media for their assistance in bringing the subject to justice.” The case remains under investigation by the District Attorney’s Office and the Wilbraham Police Department. -Tyler S. Witkop December 17, 2015 Book available for purchase WILBRAHAM – The sestercentennial edition of the town’s history “Wilbraham History and Culture Volume IV 1963-2013” is now available at the Wilbraham Library and Old Meeting House Museum. Edited by Joan Paris, the book features 25 chapters of town history, covering such events as the rise and fall of the Peach Festival, the 2011 storms, and the shift from an agricultural community. Cost is $30 and proceeds support library and Old Meeting House programs. The book was funded by the 250th Anniversary Committee led by CoChairs Kevin Moriarty and Patti Diotalevi. Send a child something special this Christmas – a personalized letter from Santa! Recent police activity in Wilbraham WILBRAHAM – The Wilbraham Police Department released information on recent police activity reported by Capt. Timothy Kane. Per Massachusetts state law, no names of persons arrested for domestic violence charges can be publicly disseminated. Those arrested or summonsed will appear in court at a future date and are innocent until proven guilty. OUI On Dec. 2 at 4:26 a.m. Detective Michael Cygan observed a vehicle traveling partially in the break down lane on Springfield Street. The vehicle had two flat tires and damage to the rims. After conducting field sobriety tests, Jennifer Ann Pagnoni, 28, of Holyoke ,was arrested for Second Offense OUI Liquor and Negligent Operation. Larceny On Dec. 6 at 6:57 p.m. Detective Michael Cygan and Officer Justin Wall responded to the Wilbraham Commons for a past larceny. After investigating, Cygan had probable cause to apply for an arrest warrant for Timothy Chapman, 21, of Hampden, for Larceny (cell phone) and Vandalism. On Dec. 7 at 2:47 p.m. Detective Michael Cygan applied for another arrest warrant related to the Wilbraham Commons Larceny. Jenna Foilard, 26, of Springfield, was in possession of the stolen cell phone and hindered the police investigation by lying about issues in the investigation including her name. She will be charged with Receiving Stolen Property and Interfering with a Police Officer. Arrest Warrants On December 8 at 2:46 p.m. Detective David Diogo and Officer Thomas Korzec responded to a foot pursuit involving Springfield Police Department. Springfield units were chasing Timothy Chapman, of Hampden, who was wanted on two arrest warrants – one larceny warrant from Wilbraham. He was heading into Wilbraham from the Kent Road area in Springfield. He was apprehended by Sunnyside Terrace and charged with the two arrest warrants. OUI On Dec. 10 at 6:23 a.m. Officers Brent Noyes and Christopher Rogers were dispatched to Old Boston Road for a possible disabled vehicle with a male passed out behind the wheel. The officers established probable cause at the roadside and Matthew Gonyeau, 26, of Wilbraham, was arrested for OUI Liquor and Negligent Operation. Teaching the dancing ‘stars of tomorrow’ in Wilbraham WILBRAHAM – The Wilbraham Parks and Rec Department announced the “Stars of Tomorrow” dance program will return, with registration underway now through Fri- day, Jan. 8. This professional dance program is open to children ages 2 through teen and meets Thursdays at Wilbraham Middle School. Classes begin Thursday, Jan. 14 and the program culminates with a spring recital in May. For more information or to register, visit wilbrahamrec.com. Best Breakfast in Western MA! December 19 Breakfast with Santa th 9am – Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides & Caroling. Bring your camera! Take home our famous French Meat Pies. 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The Wilbraham-Hampden TIMES December 17, 2015 Page 11 Town Hall Notebook Selectmen approve tax work-off program By Peter Vancini Turley Publications Correspondent WILBRAHAM – After a lengthy executive session regarding a municipal employee’s claim for injury on duty benefits, the Board of Selectmen convened for public session Dec. 7 to approve new hires under the Senior Tax Work-off Abatement Program, a new assistant children’s librarian, and the rate of compensation for a veterans’ agent. Tax Work-Off The board approved a motion to hire 18 senior residents under the Senior Tax Work-Off Abatement Program. The state program allows property own- ers over the age of 60 to earn up to $1,000 per year toward their property taxes. The rate is set at $9 per hour for positions in the Library, Public Access Television, Selectmen’s Office, Central Dispatch, Senior Center, Treasurer/Collector’s Office, and Engineering/ Public Works. Interested residents should apply by Saturday, Jan. 2, 2016. Applications and informational packets are available through the Selectmen’s Office, library, or senior center. Information is also available on the town website at www.wilbraham-ma.gov. Assistant Children’s Librarian Library Director Karen Demers updated the board on changes to the library’s management structure. Elaine Wrubel, former head of children’s services, retired in October and is being replaced by Heidi Kane, former assistant children’s librarian and early childhood specialist. Rachel Hapgood, former teen services librarian, will be promoted to full-time assistant children’s librarian and continue her work with teens and children above fourth grade. The library will be hiring for a part-time early childhood specialist with a focus on story time activities. “In the general Western Mass. area, there are a lot of people who are studying for their master’s degrees,” said Demers. “If they’re interested Sponsors sought for annual fundraiser in March SPRINGFIELD – The Margaret Oliver Ladue Foundation, a nonprofit, charitable organization based in Springfield, Massachusetts, is seeking table sponsors for its sixth annual fundraising event to benefit the Margaret Oliver Ladue Scholarship fund. The event will be held on Saturday, March 12, 2016 at the Ludlow Country Club. For a donation of $75, spon- STUDENT from page 1 getting is that PARCC is the ultimate answer from DESE.” For School Committee member Dr. William Bontempi, among the concern with PARCC is that the questions and test has no local influence. “The PARCC test is an untested entity,” he said. “It may be that PARCC is better [than MCAS] but that’s not a board room decision.” Bontempi equated Chester’s decision to having a bookie handle bets. Director of Curriculum and Instruction Stephen Hale noted that in terms of managing the state’s commitment to computer-based testing by 2019, the district is in good shape. He said that the district has the necessary bandwidth and operating systems as a foundation to handle the technology. Hale said that as long as the district continues in its efforts of updating the actual devices, there should be no problems managing the requirement. “We’re going to prepare our students as best as we can regardless of the test,” O’Shea said. The committee will vote on which test to administer students at its Tuesday, Dec. 22 meeting. Task Force Survey In other news, the School Committee met with Middle School Task Force members Sandra Sheehan, co-chair, Wilbraham Selectman Susan Bunnell and George Semanie. According to Semanie, who was among the members compiling a public survey on the declining middle school enrollment issue, a survey will be available to residents until Sunday, Jan. sors receive one adult admission ticket to the event; a sign with the sponsor’s logo or group name identifying their table; reserved seating for their party; sponsors will be acknowledged and have the opportunity to display their informational materials at the event for all attendees. As of 2015, a total of $15,000 in scholarships have been awarded by foundation to five high school graduates. In 17. The document will be available online at the district’s website, both towns’ websites and in paper form at prominent locations in Hampden and Wilbraham. “We want to gather information from the public for what they need to make an informed decision,” Semanie said. The committee also re-appointed Dennis LaPlante to the role of attendance officer at the rate of $22.40 per hour. addition to its annual scholarship award, the foundation also supports other worthy organizations and causes such as the Corporate Angel Network, the Center for Human Development Cancer House of Hope, The Bridge of Flowers and Blue Star Equiculture. For more information or tickets contact Tony Ladue at 413-374-5252, or email [email protected]. According to O’Shea, the primary duties of the officer now are to investigate residency requirements of students. While the position used to be a truancy officer, he said truancy situations tend to be handled with the school resource officer. Tyler S. Witkop can be reached at twitkop@turley. com. At Monson Savings, we take the “communities benefit” part of our brand promise very seriously. in being a children’s librarian this would be a great job because it would be part-time and they’d get on-the-job experience. Plus, there are people who have been in education on various levels who are no longer in the classroom but still have an interest in working with children. This might suit their schedules.” Veterans’ Agent The board voted to approve a pay range of $18 to $20 per hour for a new veterans’ agent. The position will be 21 hours per week and fully benefited. According to the Selectmen’s Office, the job will be posted toward the end of the month. The current Veterans’ Agent Richard Prochnow is scheduled to retire on Thursday, Dec. 31. Interskate 91 In other news, the board voted to approve the granting of a special license to Interskate 91 General Manager Rob Gould in what has become an annual tradition. For over 20 years, the Boston Road roller skating rink has hosted a sleepover for Girl Scouts, scheduled for Sunday, Jan. 17, and a New Year’s Eve party, both of which require the amended licenses in order for the business to operate past midnight. The New Year’s Eve party will feature a midnight balloon drop, as well as prize giveaways. Peter Vancini can be reached at [email protected]. Pope Francis High School names new marketing director SPRINGFIELD – Pope Francis High School recently announced Jennifer Lopez as the new director of marketing and communications for the school. A resident of Ludlow, Lopez will lead all aspects of marketing and will facilitate all communication with local media during the merger of Cathedral and Holyoke Catholic high schools. Lopez can be reached at jlopez@ popefrancishigh.org. Jennifer Lopez Restaurant to participate in event WILBRAHAM – One Wilbraham establishment will join more than 29 of western New England’s culinary greats at the 26th annual “Chefs for Jimmy” event Friday, Jan. 22. to support adult and pediatric cancer care and research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. Dana’s Grillroom, located at 2343 Boston Road, will join participating restaurants and caterers in creating dishes and décor to re- flect the 2016 event theme of “Fire and Ice.” The event will take place at Chez Josef in Agawam from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. The event will feature tastings of local dishes, an opportunity drawing and a silent auction. The event has generated over $101,000 for the cause. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.jimmyfund.org/chefs-for-jimmy. Every year we donate over $100,000 to organizations in the communities we serve, and we want you to help us plan our community giving initiatives for next year. Help us plan our 2016 community giving initiatives! Simply go to monsonsavings.com/in-the-community.html and you’ll see a list of groups that we’ve already given money to in 2015. On that page, there is a place for you to give us the names of up to three organizations you’d like us to support next year.* We’ll make sure that the top ten vote getters are included in our 2016 giving initiatives and we’ll let you know who they are! Please vote by 3:00 p.m. on January 15. 5IFPOMZSFRVJSFNFOUJTUIBUUIFZCFOPOQSPmUBOEQSPWJEJOHTFSWJDFTJO )BNQEFO.POTPO8JMCSBIBNPS8BSF Member FDIC | Member DIF The Wilbraham-Hampden TIMES Page 12 Town Hall Notebook Selectmen discuss Academy Hall Maintenance, used cars By Tyler S. Witkop Turley Publications Staff Writer HAMPDEN – With water becoming a problem in the basement of Academy Hall, the Board of Selectmen met with members of the Historical Society and local carpenter David Markham Monday night to discuss the needs of the building. Markham, who also serves as the town’s deputy fire chief, explained that on a recent day of heavy rainfall, he went into the building to observe the situation and assess where water could be entering the building. He said the majority of the issue is a result of runoff from the roof that lands on concrete slabs at the base of the structure and could be alleviated with the addition of six-inch gutters. “That would alleviate threequarters of the problem,” he said. “Ninety percent is what’s coming off the roof.” Additionally Markham said that the wooden sills would need to be replaced from the outside and the slab would need reinforcing, as it settled on a pitch over the years. He suggested leaving any concrete work until the spring. Historical Commission Chair Connie Witt raised concerns that placing gutters on the roof would require additional maintenance and that the water would still need to be directed somewhere else. Additionally, with experts she’s consulted with including a hydrologist, mason and structural engineer, the extent of damage and an exact source for seepage wouldn’t be known without doing work, as wood covering obscures full view. Selectmen acknowledged Witt’s concerns but felt that Markham’s solution would be best to address the situation immediately. La Casa Bella In other news, selectmen approved a liquor license for a new restaurant on Main Street, La Casa Bella. Owner Mike Connors explained that the Italian restaurant, to be located at the site of The Black Horse Tavern, will use the existing facility there including outside seating. Connors said he intends to use the facility similarly as the prior tenants, splitting the establishment between a dining room and bar area. Connors said that he is certified to serve alcohol and that his bartenders and servers would go through the process as well. He intends to open by Tuesday, March 1. censed used car dealers in town prior to their license renewal. David Henry of DJ’s Automotive on Commercial Drive said that nothing about his business would change. He explained he has between 18 and 20 cars for sale and an additional four to five vehicles for parts and repairs. “We haven’t received any complaints about you over the years,” Selectman John D. Flynn said. Selectmen also met with Joe and Anna Mascaro, owners of Northeast Automotive on Main Street. Addressing concerns by the Board, Joe Masacaro said that many of the unregistered vehicles that were located in the rear of the property by the Scantic River had been removed from the property. “We don’t sell a lot of cars in the year,” Anna Mascaro said. She noted that many of the excess cars that end up on the property tend to be a result of owners abandoning their vehicles. She noted that while cases vary for why owners abandon their cars, there is an extensive process for the business to gain ownership of the vehicles. During that time, the vehicles remain on site, adding to their inventory. Used Cars Selectmen also met with li- Tyler S. Witkop can be reached at [email protected]. him for an honor guard for funeral arrangements and finding now service records for the individual. “They’re almost always Navy SEALS or Green Beret,” Prochnow noted of those who fake service. “They’re never infantry.” was more concerned with ending a war. Prochnow also helped World War II veteran and former Wilbraham Building Inspector William “Bill” Garvey visit Washington, D.C. on an Honor Flight in May of last year. For Harrington, who Prochnow refers to as his boss, he will be remembered for having “a keen sense of humor” and for being “a giving person with a big heart.” “I’m really going to miss his sense of humor,” she said. “He’s become part of our family here … I wish people knew the side I knew of him.” According to Dubord, there are 900 veterans living in Wilbraham ranging from World War II to the recent conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan. She noted that the services he provided to those veterans “really is irreplaceable.” Of the experiences she’ll miss, Dubord said: “his knowledge of history.” She explained that on a regular basis, the retired Springfield English teacher will “school” the staff at the senior center about historical events. “He really means well,” Harrington said. “He made sure that the veterans that came into the office got the best one-on-one services he could provide for them.” The Board of Selectmen seeks to fill the position with a full-time veterans agent. The position is approved for 21 hours at a scale of $18 to $20 per hour and will receive full benefits. Selectmen will post for the position near the end of the month. PROCHNOW from page 1 As his service to the town is set to expire, his friends and fellow officials plan to celebrate his career with a public reception Thursday, Dec. 17 from 1 – 2 p.m. in the Town Office Building at 240 Springfield St. Prochnow will relocate to Florida after his retirement takes effect. “This is for people to come in and thank him for his years of service,” Director of Elder Affairs Paula Dubord said. “It’s been four years since his office has been located in the senior center and since then he’s really been a part of our community.” A Wilbraham native, in addition to serving the town, Prochnow also served the country as an intelligence officer in the Vietnam War. He said that among the hardest aspects of his job is to tell a widow that her husband never served. He recalled a few occasions when individuals came to ‘The Best’ In recent years, Prochnow has helped Wilbraham resident Daniel Geary in awarding his uncle Cpl. Michael F. Sullivan of Hudson, Massachusetts, a Purple Heart with Oak Leaf Clusters for service in World War I. Sullivan was killed in combat less than one month before the end of the war. “It was a pain in the [rear end] process,” Prochnow said last year. He explained that there was a lot of “jumping through hoops” and that while the award should have been awarded years ago, the government BALDWIN AUTO REPAIR LLC Great Service Without the Cost Specializing in All Makes and Models Including Volkswagon and Audi 26 Kirkland Ave, Ludlow, MA 01056 413-610-0712 www.BaldwinAutoRepairForLess.com Tyler S. Witkop can be reached at twitkop@turley. com. December 17, 2015 Generous donations… JOIN OUR MISSION TIMES staff photos by Tyler S. Witkop Hampden Selectmen John D. 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Together we Ask your make Sales Representative will 2015 to use our Open Sign in all the fruitful your most holiday advertising. holiday season for the communities we love! The Wilbraham-Hampden TIMES December 17, 2015 Page 13 Students take steps toward future careers Students participate in Career Day By Tyler S. Witkop Turley Publications Staff Writer HAMPDEN – As eighth graders, college and careers seem like a lifetime away but after Career Day Dec. 10, some Thornton W. Burgess Middle School students just might take steps into their future occupation, both literally and figuratively. Listening to parents and community members ranging in profession from a pharmaceutical sales representative, electrician, attorney and even a farrier, students witnessed a diverse cross-section of the adults in Western Massachusetts. The program, which began at 12:30 p.m. and lasted until dismissal, was arranged by Guidance Counselor and seventh grade English teacher Laurie Gentile. “I like that there’s a wide range of careers, from farrier to physician,” Gentile said. “With this, something should appeal to students.” This year’s event was Gentile’s first at the lead. She said that she was surprised by the enthusiasm of the volunteers and that she began contacting the professionals about two weeks beforehand. For local electrician Scott Sotiropolous, he was excited to participate and represent the trades. “Kids need direction,” he said. “It’s a great thing to get in the trades.” Hampden Atty. Fred Frangie said simply: “They asked and I said yes.” Frangie, speaking to the students explained that his area of practice is insurance defense. He commented that among his favorite parts of the job is that he has the ability to learn everything that individual professions do. Holding his cellphone, he said, “This has changed the practice of law and not necessarily for the better.” He told the students that with access to social media, everything about clients, whether defendant or plaintiff is available at his fingertips. In cases of insurance fraud, he noted that posts can make or break one’s success in court. “Anything you put on there I can find,” Frangie said. Unique Professions Among the popular participants was Rick Kapinos, an account manager for a Bostonbased database marketing firm. Kapinos used interactive props including a bucket of candy and a fishing rod. Kapinos asked students simple economics questions, such as how they hear about products and where they can go to get them, as well as what the different components of the rod and tackle represented between products and consumers. Students who provided a correct answer received a piece of TIMES staff photo by Tyler S. Witkop Atty. Fred Frangie speaks to Thornton W. Burgess eighth graders during Career Day Dec. 10. candy. He explained that the database of information would be the reel, the line would represent the channel (such as the Internet or print advertising) a consumer would use to learn about the product, the bait represents the product itself and the hook is the actual deal that catches the consumer. Representing a unique profession, Scott Trainor of East Longmeadow told the children about his work as a farrier. As a farrier, Trainor builds and fits horseshoes to the hooves of horses. “I had different career aspirations and lucked into this,” Trainor said. Every six to eight weeks, a horse needs to be fitted for new shoes, which he custom makes to the horse’s hoof. Each shoe is nailed to the hoof, with the Hiking Club to offer holiday hikes WILBRAHAM – The Wilbraham Hiking Club recently announced several upcoming hikes beginning Christmas Eve, Thursday, Dec. 24 at 9 a.m. along the Robert Frost Trail in Amherst. Using the trail, hikers will travel a distance of 4 miles to Rattlesnake Knob. The hike is rated as low-moderate in difficulty with a gradual incline/decline. Participants should meet at the Notch Visitors Center at 1500 Main St. in Amherst or carpool at the Ludlow McDonald’s at 8:15 a.m. For more information, contact hike leader Stacey Schmeidel at 704-6822629. The group will return to Amherst Sunday, Dec. 27 for a walk at Bramble Hill Farm at Hitchcock Center, 525 South Pleasant St. at 10 a.m. Rated as an easy walk, participants will travel a distance of 2.4 miles and is expected to last 90 minutes. For more information, contact hike leader Sue Burk at 413-530-3434. On New Year’s Day, Friday, Jan. 1, the club will offer its fifth annual Ashley Reservoir hike in Holyoke. Beginning at 10 a.m., hikers will travel 3.7 miles of easy terrain with an anticipated duration of two hours. Hikers should meet at the Elk’s Lodge at 250 Whitney Ave. or carpool at the Ludlow McDonald’s at 9:30 a.m. For more information, contact hike leader Jay Taylor at 413-726-4374. Hikers should bring appropriate clothing, water and snacks. ends of the nail being bent like a hook to prevent the shoe from falling off. While there is no certification process or mandatory education for the job, Trainor explained that as a farrier, one will get kicked and stomped by a large animal and it requires a lot of physical labor. Other presenters included Lisa Hunt, who works for Project Adventure building educational adventure courses, real estate agent Holly Young, marketing professional Mary Ellen Shea and pharmaceutical sales representative Jodi Knode. “I don’t ever think it’s too early [to expose children to careers,]” Assistant Principal Amy Bostian said. “We’re a [grade] five to eight school, so we do a lot of stuff whole school. This gives our eighth graders a glimpse of what’s out there.” Rick Kapinos uses a fishing rod and lure to explain to students the operations of a database marketing firm. Scott Trainor of East Longmeadow teaches students about his career as a farrier. Farriers create and affix horseshoes to the hooves of horses. Tyler S. Witkop can be reached at [email protected]. 18 Month CD Special 1.30 % APY Established 1929 Our convenient locations: Springfield, MA • Westfield, MA • Hadley, MA 24/7 ATM • Toll-Free: 877-732-9812 • P: 413-732-9812 arrhacu.com The Wilbraham-Hampden TIMES Page 14 December 17, 2015 Schools Spotlight on Minnechaug Interns (Editor’s note: The TIMES spotlights the intern program at Minnechaug Regional High School. This is the next in a series on interns in the Career Education Program at Minnechaug advised by coordinator Paula Talmadge.) Focus on Dental Health G ina Barillaro’s future career search was focused on dental hygiene because of her interest in her science classes at Minnechaug Regional High School and the fact that she enjoys going to the dentist and caring for her own dental health. During her junior year, Gina requested an internship with a dental hygienist and was invited by Wilbraham Family Dentistry to be mentored by hygienist Sue Brookes during the fall of her senior year. Gina says the following about Sue Brookes: “My mentor has helped me discover more about this career and continues to do so every day.” Gina also notes that she looks forward to meeting each patient and learning from each dental exam. Brooks credits Gina with being exceptionally friendly and at ease with the patients. Gina is always helpful to her mentor and the other staff, and is a very willing student. Brooks even invited a faculty member from the Springfield Technical Community College to meet with Gina at the Wilbraham dental office to discuss the school’s Dental Hygiene Program. All agreed that Gina is a great candidate for the dental hygiene program and School Lunch MENUS Elementary and Middle Schools Monday, Dec. 21 Totally Taco Max Snacks, salsa for dipping, cheesy refried beans and corn Tuesday, Dec. 22 Meatball sub on a whole grain roll, shredded mozzarella, steamed broccoli and oven fries Wednesday, Dec. 23 Stuffed crust pizza, green beans and baby carrots TIMES photo submitted Hygienist Sue Brookes works with intern Gina Barillaro at Wilbraham Family Dentistry office in Post Office Park. she is well on her way to a successful career as a dental hygienist. For more information on the Minnechaug Regional High School Internship Program contact Paula Talmadge, School-to-Career Coordinator at [email protected] or 2793832. Minnechaug Regional High School is a member of the River East School-to-Career Partnership. Alternates are offered daily, including chef salad and bagel lunch, and are served with yogurt or cheese stick. Fresh local fruits and vegetables daily. Daily lunch is $2.50. Milk is 50 cents, included with all lunches, 1% or fat free chocolate. Make checks payable to School Food Services. Minnechaug Regional High School Monday, Dec. 21 Baked Potato Bar – chili and cheese sauce, broccoli and a garlic knot Main Street Deli – Crispy chicken wrap Falcon Grille Daily – Cheese/veggie, or chicken burger w/toppings Pizza Daily – Veggie Specialty – Grilled chicken, Caesar salad, buffalo chicken salad, chef salad, assorted wraps Tuesday, Dec. 22 Barbeque rib on a roll, corn and oven fries Main Street Deli – Caesar chicken wrap Falcon Grille Daily – Cheese/veggie or chicken burger w/toppings Pizza Daily – BBQ chicken Specialty - Grilled chicken, Caesar salad, buffalo chicken salad, chef salad, assorted wraps Wednesday, Dec. 23 Mexican Bar – Taco, burrito or nacho; chicken, bean or turkey; lettuce/salsa/ cheese; corn Main Street Deli – Chicken salad wrap Falcon Grille Daily – Cheese/veggie or chicken burger w/ toppings Pizza Daily – Meatball Specialty – Grilled chicken, Caesar salad, buffalo chicken salad, chef salad, assorted wraps Meal prices $2.75, reduced 40 cents, adult $3.75, milk 50 cents, breakfast $1.50. 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Many experts believe that illustrations represent the majority of artwork in existence today. The versatility of this ancient medium will be explored in “Leaving Our Mark: In Celebration of the Pencil,” on display now through Sunday, March 27, 2016 at the Michele and Donald D’Amour Museum of Fine Arts. The exhibit features a diverse body of contemporary work that includes abstract and representational drawings by East Coast artists, including many based in Western Massachusetts. In addition, unusual sculptures created entirely from pencils by artists Dalton Ghetti and Jennifer Mae- From the stre will be featured. Many artists represented in the show enjoy international recognition and some have studied and worked abroad. Massachusetts-based artists include Lesley Cohen, Lisa Henry, Ryan Jacque, Elizabeth Kostojohn, Jennifer Maestre, Christina Mastrangelo, Scott Tulay and Steve Wilda. Two complementary exhibits will also be on display: “It’s Sketchy: Secrets from the Artist’s Notebook” features artist sketchbooks and drawings TIMES photo submitted from the permanent colSpringfield Muse- lection, and “Leave Your ums will celebrate Mark: Community Drawpencil artwork, such ing Wall” presents visitors as the piece “Hang- with the rare opportunity ing Heart,” with a to create and leave their display now through own artwork on museum March 27 in the Mi- walls. For more informachele and Donald tion, visit springfieldmuD’Amour Museum seums.org. of Fine Arts. Springfield Symphony Chorus holds winter auditions SPRINGFIELD – The Springfield Symphony Chorus Director, Nikki Stoia, will be holding auditions on Tuesday, Jan. 5 from 8:30 p.m. until 10 p.m. at the First Lutheran Church located at 1810 Northampton St. in Holyoke. This year’s schedule will feature “Porgy and Bess” excerpts performed with the Springfield Symphony Orchestra on Saturday, Feb 27 and Faure “Requiem” performed with the Pioneer Valley Symphony on Saturday, May 7 and Saturday, May 14. A short piece that is preferably in Latin, Spanish, Italian, German, French or Hebrew along with a piano part of this piece must be brought in order to try out for the chorus. Anyone trying out should also be ready to vocalize and sight read. Individuals must attend both rehearsal and performance dates. Interested singers can email their name and contact information to the chorus President Alicia Pronovost, by emailing [email protected]. Free lunch at Wilbraham Senior Center WILBRAHAM – Greater Springfield Senior Services Incorporated is getting in the holiday spirit this year by offering anyone over the age of 60 a free lunch. On Monday, Dec. 28, the Wilbraham Senior Center will host a complimentary and hot lunch consisting of tortilla soup and crackers, Salisbury steak TIMES photo submitted Creating a festival with strings… Fourth and eighth grade students from the Hampden-Wilbraham Strings and Friends program performed at the Festival of Trees event in Tower Square Dec. 6 to raise money for the Boys and Girls Club of Springfield. The group is under the direction of Elaine Holdsworth and Denise Gendron. ‘The Voice’ performer visits senior center HAMPDEN – The Hampden Senior center will ring in the New Year with a brunch served at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 31. The brunch will be followed by entertainment from Noah Lis, a young talent from the popular TV show “The Voice”. The cost to attend is $8. To sign up for this event or ask for more information, call 5665588. Chamber Singers to perform SPRINGFIELD – The Trinity Chamber Singers, Chamberettes, and Handbell Choir will perform two Christmas concerts entitled, “Sing with the Angels.” The concert will take place in the Gothic Sanctuary of Trinity United Church, 361 Sumner Ave. in Springfield on Sunday, Dec. 20 at 3:30 p.m. The performance will feature Advent and Christmas music sung by 21 adult Chamber Singers and the 13 girls in the Chamberettes. Handbell Choir will perform several solos as well as accompany many of the carols. The program will also feature professional flutist Janet Dixon-Metcalf and will be directed by Trinity’s Director of Music Ministry, Becky Rosendahl Isaacson. A reception of cookies and punch will follow the performance. 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The Wilbraham-Hampden TIMES December 17, 2015 8 [email protected] @turleysports www.turleysports.com Page 17 acebook.com/turleysports SPORTS Falcons come up short to Cybercats By Nate Rosenthal Turley Publications Sports Correspondent WILBRAHAM - Despite their season opening loss to SciTech, the Minnechaug boys basketball team showed a character that will serve them well over the course of the season. The team trailed for virtually the entire game, but had enough to stay within range, before they finally fell to Science and Technology, 62-56. Minnechaug scored the first two baskets, and then saw the Cybercats grab the lead in short order. They briefly got the lead back only to have Sci-Tech finish off the first quarter with a fourpoint lead. Over the course of the game, they would fall behind by as much as nine and 10 points on several occasions and then get as close as one, as they did on one of their third quarter runs. But in the end, they would come up short. Fifteen seconds into the game, Koby Ray put the Falcons in the lead with a jumper to make it 2-0. Nearly two minutes passed before a put back by Cam McLoud-Thomas gave the Falcons a 4-0 lead. Over the next 2:30, the Cybercats scored six points and with two free throws at 3:33, the Falcons trailed 6-4. Ray tied the game eight seconds later and a three-point play, a layup and free throw by Daejon Marsh gave a the Falcons a 9-6 advantage. Over the next 2:00 it was all Sci-Tech, as they answered with nine points, including a three that gave them an 11-9 lead. With 21 seconds to play, it was 15-9. A buzzer beating jumper by Will Ryan got the Falcons back to four. It took a 1:15, but Marsh got it to 15-13 with a jumper. SciPlease see FALCONS, page 18 By Dave Forbes Turley Publications Sports Staff Writer When the 2016 high school football season starts next September, there could be some very big changes going on with the football playoff landscape. The most obvious one is that there will be eight state champions with Divisions 1, 1A, 2, 2A, 3, 3A, 4 and 4A, but there will not be eight divisions out in Western Massachusetts. Instead, this region will be split up into four divisions, which will be 2, 3, 4 and 4A. The divisions are split up across the state based on the male student population at each of the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association member schools, with the largest populations being placed in Division 1 and the smallest being placed in Division 4A. The actual enrollment of the school and the Alignment Enrollment can be two different numbers in this case. In the formula used by the MIAA, a multiplier of 1.3 was used for private schools (such as St. Joseph Central in Pittsfield), 0.8 for comprehensive schools (such as Chicopee Comp) and 0.3 for vocational schools (such as Pathfinder). With that in mind, here are the proposed new divisions: Division 2: Central, Putnam Turley Publications photo by David Henry sweetdogphotos.com Minnechaug’s Koby Ray (30) looks to flip a shot towards the basket. Cronin garners WMA soccer MVP WILBRAHAM - Katie Cronin stepped into a big role for the Wilbraham & Monson Academy girls soccer team this season. How did she do? Her usual – great. In just 15 games, and despite regularly being the focal point of opposing teams’ defenses, Cronin scored 16 goals for the young Titans. She was named the team’s MVP at the Athletic Awards Ceremony Nov. 17. “Katie Cronin came into the season already having two great seasons for us, playing many different positions,” coach Don Nicholson explained. “This year she really had some tough shoes to fill, obviously, with a team that graduated seven seniors from last year. Katie was a big part of that Please see MVP, page 19 More changes to Super Bowl format Jacobson secures three wins By Nate Rosenthal Turley Publications Sports Correspondent WILBRAHAM - The winter sports season has gotten underway and with that, here is a roundup of some teams’ early action. MINNECHAUG WRESTLING Turley Publications submitted photo by WMA Agawam native Katie Cronin received the girls soccer MVP award in a ceremony last month. Please see FOOTBALL, page 18 The Falcons placed fifth at this weekend’s Athol Red Raider Tournament with 113 points. Hollis won it all with 190 points. The Falcons were led by Riley Jacobson, who won all three of his matches in the 126 pound category. He reached 100 victories with the three firsts. Ryan Monteiro, 145 and Benton Whitley, 195 also won their weight classes. SWIMMING The boys were 118-62 winners over Monson, while the girls took their meet, 140-42. Double winners were: David Adamski, 200-yard Individual Medley, 100-yard backstroke; Chandler Parker, 50-yard freestyle, 100-yard freestyle; Karl Tomlinson, 200-yard freestyle, 500-yard freestyle. For the girls, it was: Nora Scully, 50-yard freestyle. 100-yard freestyle; Lauren Skala, 200-yard Individual Medley, 100-yard freestyle; Lauren Quinn, 500-yard freestyle, 100-yard breaststroke; Kait Kelly, 50-yard backstroke. TRACK The boys won all three of their head-to-head battles, beating Chicopee, 78-17, Agawam, Turley Publications photo by David Henry sweetdogphotos.com Minnechaug’s Noah Hemingway (8) carries the puck up the ice. Please see ROUNDUP, page 19 The Wilbraham-Hampden TIMES Page 18 December 17, 2015 This week in recreation By Ben Sabbs, Assistant Director Wilbraham Parks and Recreation Department and 4 year-olds. The weather is thinking spring, so why don’t we? The Wilbraham Baseball Committee is offering an excellent irst I would like to thank all of opportunity for all boys and girls in grades kindergarten through our generous 2015eighth grade who play base2016 basketball sponball through the Parks and sors. We had a great amount Recreation Department. of sponsorships this season Four indoor sessions will be to help support our basketheld at the “Power House” ball programs. On behalf of training facility. We have a the players and coaches we great staff of dedicated and would like to thank you for knowledgeable coaches that your generosity outfitting will be running skills and our teams in their uniforms. drills to get prepared for the If anyone is interested in spring season. Download the becoming a sponsor for any Ben Sabbs registration form at Wilbrateam sport, banners or events, hamRec.com or come down feel free to contact us at the to the Parks and Recreation DepartParks and Recreation Department. As we enter the holiday season ment to register for this fun and excitand welcome in a new year, we have ing clinic. We wish everyone safe and very a lot of great stuff happening through the department. Our suburban and rec- happy holidays. reational basketball teams are in midNOTES: Winter program details season form and have been representing Wilbraham proudly on the court. and registration information may be Our instructional basketball tips off found at WilbrahamRec.com and in after the first of the year, along with our winter school flyer due out in stuour “Start Smart” youth program for 3 dent backpacks this week. F NEYSA, Inc. of Western Mass launches website New England Youth Sports Association Inc. (NEYSA) of Western Massachusetts is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing a positive experience for young ladies ages 6 to 18 interested in learning and playing Girls Fast-Pitch Softball. We accomplish this by creating a safe and fun environment in which to play the game. Our League is open to players from all communities in the Greater Springfield area. For more information please visit our new website at www.neysainc.org. Turley Publications photo by David Henry sweetdogphotos.com Minnechaug’s Daejon Marsh (23) bangs into a defender as he goes up for a shot. Minnechaug’s Cam Mcloud-Thomas (24) floats a shot toward the basket. The HOUSE COMMUNITY CENTER FOR LEARNING 1479 NORTH MAIN STREET PALMER, MA 01069 • 413-289-6091 DECEMBER CLASSES German Bell Ornaments – 12/12 Powerpoint 2010 Plus – begins 12/14 Thoroughly Preparing a Will for You – 12/14 Holiday Gatherings Got You Stressed? – 12/14 Mail Merge – 12/15 or 12/16 Knit Increases and Decreases – begins 12/15 Leather Bracelets Projects Class – 12/15 Sit N’Stitch – 12/29 Private Excel Instruction and Microsoft Outlook 2010 for Individuals or Small Groups – call the YH for details YELLOW HOUSE GIFT CERTIFICATES MAKE GREAT GIFTS Call 413-289-6091 to register for classes Visit www.yellowhouseccl.com for full details of all classes FALCONS from page 17 Tech answered with one of their own. That started a seven-point run in just a minute that made it a nine-point game. Minnechaug responded with six points over three minutes; Ray had four of them in 26 seconds and the margin was down to three with 1:56 to play. In the next 50 seconds, Sci-Tech made two threes and now led by 28-19 with 40 seconds left. Ray was not finished and in 25 seconds, he hit a three and beat the buzzer with a jumper. At the half, the Falcons trailed 28-24. Ray had 13. In the first minute, the Cybercats followed a pair of missed free throws by Minnechaug with a three point play to go up by seven. Ryan cut it to five, but Sci-Tech scored five in the next minute to open a double-digit lead, at 36-26. McLoud-Thomas made a basket that was answered by a three with 3:00 gone. Minnechaug responded with a pair of threes by Ryan and Marsh in the next minute. Over the next 1:30, McLoud-Thomas and Marsh scored and it was now a one-point game at 39-38 with 2:29 left in the third. The Cybercats answered quickly with a three and lay up and it was back to six. Ryan made a three in quick response, nine seconds and the margin was back to three. In the final minute, each team scored and after three, the score was 46-43. In the first minute of the final frame, Marsh and McLoud Thomas each made one of two from the line, while, Sci-Tech missed two and with 7:12 to go, the score was 46-45. Before the first minute ticked off, the Cybercats scored on a three to get it back to four points. McLoud-Thomas made one of two from the line and the teams traded threes; Marsh’s made it 52- 49 with 5:58 to play. A minute later a free throw by Nick Santos got it back to three. Over the next 1:30, the Cybercats scored on a trey and a three-point play and now led by nine with 3:55 to play. In 26 seconds, Ray sandwiched a pair of threes around one by Sci-Tech and with 2:24 left, it was 62-56. The Falcons had some opportunities to get closer, but could not do so. Sci-Tech missed their free throws and the score remained the same trough the final buzzer. Ray led the team in scoring with 19 points, including three treys. Marsh had 16 and Ryan with a pair of threes also made double figures with ten. The difference in this game was the foul shooting and the Cybercats’ threepoint shooting. Minnechaug missed two thirds of their shots from the line and were out shot on threes 10-7. Between the foul shooing and threes, that was a 10-point swing. “I am proud of the way the guys played,” said Mike Orzech, the team’s coach. “They got down, but never gave up. It seemed that everyone time we would get close, Sci-Tech would bury a three.” Minnechaug will visit Chicopee in their one game this week. Nate Rosenthal is a sports correspondent for Turley Publications. He can be reached at [email protected]. The Wilbraham-Hampden TIMES December 17, 2015 FOOTBALL from page 17 (co-op with Sci-Tech), Commerce (coop with Renaissance), Holyoke, Agawam, Chicopee Comp, West Springfield, Minnechaug, Westfield and Amherst. Division 3: Longmeadow, Chicopee, Ludlow, Northampton, Easthampton (co-op with Hampshire), East Longmeadow, Pittsfield, Monument Mountain (co-op with Mt. Everett), Belchertown and Taconic. Division 4: Mahar, South Hadley, Wahconah, Lee (co-op with Lenox), Athol, Drury (co-op with St. Joseph Central), Hoosac Valley, Frontier and Greenfield. Division 4A: Mt. Greylock, Palmer, Monson, Mohawk, Ware, Smith Voke, Pioneer Valley Regional, Turners Falls, Pathfinder, Franklin Tech, McCann Tech and Dean Tech. There may be a slight problem with the math when it comes to Divi- sion 4A, though, as Palmer and Monson are listed separately as having football programs, but the two actually had a co-op this season. With Palmer’s male population of 175 and Monson’s 155 totaling 330, the Panthers Alignment Enrollment number would be 330, which would be higher than Taconic (290), which is the lowest number in Division 3. Schools will have the opportunity to appeal their placement before these proposed new divisions become official. The MIAA Football Committee is scheduled to have their final meeting on the subject in February of next year. Dave Forbes is a sports editor for Turley Publications. He can be reached at [email protected] or by calling 413-283-8393 ext. 237. MVP from page 17 team a year ago, but losing seven seniors turned us into a young team fast. “But Katie stepped into the role of being the spearhead for our offensive efforts. Other teams knew that and played her that way, doubling her up often. She carried the burden. She scored some important goals for us and had some multi-goal games for us and did an outstanding job throughout the course of the season with a team that was, at times, struggling to find itself. Katie just persevered through all of it. She scored some big goals, especially toward the end of the season.” Cronin has been on varsity girls soccer for three seasons, but she has been part of the program for many more. Her sister, Carly, played on four Class B tournament teams for the Titans. Page 19 “I’ve known Coach Nic since I was 9,” Cronin said. “I was a ball girl for four years. I’ve had a connection with the soccer program and Coach Nic for a long time. Before I came here I knew what I was getting into. I just loved the family-type atmosphere. “I wouldn’t be the player I am today without Coach Nic, and my teammates for supporting me and pushing me to be my best every day.” Cronin was named to the Women’s Western New England Prep School Girls’ Soccer Association All-League team. Her team MVP award comes six months after winning MVP honors for girls lacrosse. “I had a pretty good year,” Katie said. “It was great to see the team really come together at the end of the season and play well.” Jake Lamotte (22) takes a look up the ice. Turley Publications photo by David Henry sweetdogphotos.com ROUNDUP from page 17 75-20 and East Longmeadow, 63-31. They got firsts from Josh Willis in the 55 dash and Fabian Gaziano in the 55-meter hurdles. Their 4x200 relay won. Grace Pettingill won the 600 for the girls, as they won two 64-25 over Chicopee and 44-38 over Agawam. East Longmeadow beat them, 58-28. HOCKEY The Falcons were 8-0 winners over West Springfield. Josh DeCarolis had two goals and six others each had one. Alek Vanderleeden had 13 saves to preserve the shutout. POPE FRANCIS HOCKEY Behind the goaltending Zac Steig- meyer, 10 saves and Zack Roncarati, six saves, the Cardinals blanked St. John’s of Shrewsbury, 8-0. Cam Peritz had three goals and two assists. Riley Prattson was two and two. SWIMMING Kristyn Popowski had two firsts, 100yard butterfly and 500-yard freestyle for the Cardinals in their 122-50 loss to Northampton. The boys were beaten 137-27. TRACK The boys beat Hampshire, 77-18 and Greenfield, 69-26, while the girls split, beating Greenfield, 54-30 losing to Hampshire 51-30. Kenny Cesar, high jump and Michael Rucki, 55 hurdles led the boys with seconds. For the girls, Nicole Julian, two mile, and Julie Pirog, 300 had seconds as well. Obituary Wilbraham-Hampden Times Obituary Policy Turley Publications offers two types of obituaries. One is a free, brief Death Notice listing the name of deceased, date of death and funeral date and place. The other is a Paid Obituary, costing $75, which allows families to publish extended death notice information of their own choice and may include a photograph. Death Notices & Paid Obituaries should be submitted through a funeral home to: [email protected]. Exceptions will be made only when the family provides a death certificate and must be pre-paid. Death Notice Yvonne B. (Bartlett) Fife Died: Sept. 28, 2015 Services: Dec. 28, 2015 Wilbraham United Church Sympathy Floral Arrangements Custom & Traditional Designs Randalls Farm & Greenhouse 631 Center Street, Ludlow 589-7071 ~ www.randallsfarm.net CLUES ACROSS 1. Characters in one inch of tape 4. In a hold 9. Jewish mystic 14. A way to souse 15. A small sharp knife 16. Frogs, toads, tree toads 17. Brew 18. Rowdy carouser 20. 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Please, no magazines or Reader's Digest Condensed Books. We accept books only in good, clean condition. For more information call 283-3330 ext. 100 Proceeds To Benefit the Palmer Public Library The Wilbraham-Hampden TIMES Page 20 December 17, 2015 Health & Wellness Preventing ‘holiday heart’ Hospital offers tips for managing potentially deadly condition SPRINGFIELD – While doctors agree that “broken heart syndrome” is a very real disorder, this time of year also has its own special syndrome called “holiday heart.” Holiday heart syndrome is recognized by physicians as a real and potentially deadly phenomenon. If left untreated, it can result in serious complications including heart attack and stroke, as well as enlargement of the heart muscles called cardiomyopathy. In 1978, Philip Ettinger initially described “holiday heart syndrome” as the occurrence, in healthy people without heart disease known to cause arrhythmia, of an acute cardiac rhythm disturbance known as atrial fibrillation, after excessive alcohol intake. Today holiday heart syndrome considered to be the result of a combination of factors beyond just drinking alcohol, including caffeine and the overconsumption of fatty meals filled with salt, as well as the stress that can accompany Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas and New Year’s Eve. As for the connection between overeating and the heart, cardiologist Dr. Amir Lotfi of the Heart & Vascular Program at Baystate Medical Center, reminds holiday diners that whether enjoying a feast with friends and family at home or at a restaurant and at parties, especially those suffering from high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes and heart disease, that moderation is the key. “An unusually heavy meal that the holidays are known for, or at any time of the year, can put additional stress on the heart as your meal is digested, and overeating and overdrinking can increase your blood pressure and heart rate,” Lotfi said. Research suggests that enjoying just one huge meal, despite previous healthy eating habits, is a bad thing and can quadruple the ordinary risk of a heart attack during the two hours after eating. ‘Overload’ Dr. Quinn Pack, a preventive cardiologist in the Baystate Heart & Vascular Program, says it’s also important to look at the weight gain associated with overeating during the holidays. “Maintaining your weight, rather than losing weight, during the holidays is an excellent goal,” said Pack. “Certainly, you want to enjoy yourself and the wonderful foods that are available to us at this time of year, but significant caution is also advised.” Pack also said not to forget “the stress that the holidays places on many of us.” “My sage advice, and there is no medicine in it, is that it is bet- ter to simplify and emphasize family and friends rather than trying to create the perfect Norman Rockwell holiday,” Pack said. The winter holidays mean cold weather, which also puts a strain on the heart. “What happens is that your arteries tend to tighten up when you are out in the cold, your blood pressure goes up, and this can overload your heart, possibly leading to a heart attack. If you have previously suffered a heart attack or have heart disease, you should avoid shoveling snow and other types of outdoor exertion, particularly if you are out of shape and haven’t been exercising regularly,” Pack said. Pack noted that it’s not so much the day-to-day cold of the winter that poses a threat, as much as it is a sudden shift in weather. The most common symptoms of arrhythmia are palpitations, a slow heartbeat, an irregular heartbeat and feeling pauses between heartbeats. More serious signs include anxiety, weakness, fainting or nearly fainting, sweating, shortness of breath, chest pain. “Unfortunately, heart attacks kill more people at home than in the hospital,” Pack said. “If you can get to the nearest emergency room, your chances of dying from a heart attack go down dramatically. As a result, even if you aren’t absolutely sure that you are having a heart attack, the best course of action is to seek help immediately.” Top Floor Learning, a privately funded non-profit corporation, has been helping others help themselves for 35 years with its Adult Basic Education programs. What makes 1455 N. Main Street, Third Floor Top Floor Learning unique is its Palmer, MA 0106 personalized instruction. facebook.com/topfloorlearningpalmer TUTORS NEEDED! If you are interested in becoming a Top Floor Learning tutor, please contact us! Let TFL’s method of One-to-One private tutoring help you reach your goals with: Orchard Valley to host Alzheimer’s support group WILBRAHAM – Individuals and families of seniors affected by Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias are invited to participate in a Family and Caregiver Support Group. The meetings are held the second Tuesday of every month at 5:30 p.m. at the Orchard Valley at Wilbraham, 2387 Boston Free blood pressure screenings offered WILBRAHAM – The Wilbraham Senior Center is offering free blood pressure screenings on Tuesdays from 11 p.m. until noon. REGION - My HealtheVet is the Veterans Association’s online Personal Health Record (PHR), located at myhealth. va.gov. It offers veterans, active duty service members and others anywhere, anytime Internet access to health care information, resources, and tools. 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Your Hometown Photographer Basic reading, writing and math skills High School Equivalency Exam (GED) preparation English Language Instruction (including conversation classes) Citizenship preparation Tutoring for specialized licenses and tests such as: ASVAB, SAT and TOEFL • Basic Computer Skills Do you want to learn how to: • use a computer • email • create a Facebook page, etc.? For any health related questions or concerns, call Public Health Nurse Lee Giglietti at 596-8379 on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Veterans can access online health information • • • • • COMPUTER HELP IS HERE! road. Topics covered include: handling challenging behaviors, enjoying the holidays, research, family dynamics and enhancing communications. The program is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served. For more information or to register call 596-0006. The Wilbraham-Hampden Times is now on Facebook. Go to www.facebook.com/ wilbrahamhampdentimes and “like” us. Community newspaper advertising options have exploded - now offering a variety of specialty publications and all types of printed ads inside and outside the pages of the paper. The Wilbraham-Hampden TIMES December 17, 2015 Page 21 Legals legal notice This ad is pursuant to MA Gen. Law Ch. 255 Sec. 39A as of December 31, 2015 the following motor vehicles are for sale: 1997 Subaru Wagon VIN# 453BG6853V6639839 LKO: K. Santiago 235 Fernbank Rd Springfield MA 01129 1986 Chevy C-10 Pick-up VIN# 2GCDC14H5G1170237 LKO: Natural Nargi 120 Yale St Springfield MA 01109 R & S Assoc Inc PO Box 543 Wilbraham MA 01095 Acct # RASSO 12/10,12/17,12/24/15 LEGAL NOTICE INVITATION FOR BID New Police Facility for the Town of Wilbraham, MA 2780 Boston Road Wilbraham, MA 01095 Sealed General Con tractor Bids for the New Police Facility for the Town of Wilbraham, MA, 2780 Boston Road, Wilbraham, MA will be received at the Selectman’s Office at the Wi l b r a h a m Tow n H a l l , 240 Springfield Street, Wil braham, MA no later than 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 13, 2016 and bids will be publicly read aloud thereafter in the Selectmen’s Hearing Room. Sealed Filed Sub-bids will be received at the Selectman’s Office at the Wilbraham Town Hall, 240 Springfield Street, Wilbra ham, MA, no later than 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, Decem ber 23, 2015 and will be publicly read aloud thereafter in the Selectmen’s Hearing Room. Bidders must provide a DCAM certificate and update statement. Filed Sub Bid Categories: (a) masonry, (b) miscellaneous and ornamental iron (c) waterproofing, damp-proofing and caulking, (d) roofing and flashing, (e) glass and glazing, (f) acoustical tile, (g) tile, (h) resilient floors, (i) painting, (j) elevators, (k) fire protection (l) plumbing, (m) heating ventilating and air conditioning, (n) electrical. The Information for Bidders, Proposal Forms, Plans, Specifications and other Contract Documents, may be examined at the following location on or after 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 2, 2015: Andrew T. Johnson Co., Inc. 15 Tremont Place Boston, MA 02108 P: 617-742-1610 F: 617-523-0719 Hard copies of the Contract Documents may be obtained at Andrew T. Johnson Co., Inc., upon payment of a refundable deposit of $150.00 for EACH SET. Make checks payable to the Town of Wilbraham, MA. Bidders will be limited one (1) set of hard copies by deposit. The documents will also be posted at the public plan room at www.atjplanroom.com and will be available to view, order and download. Addenda will be issued via email to all Bidders registered with the Reprographics Company. Hard copies of addenda will be available to any registered bidder for pick-up at the Reprographics Company or by prior arrangement for overnight delivery at the Bidder’s expense. Unsuccessful bidders, upon returning such sets in good condition to the Reprographics Company within ten (10) days after award of the Contract, will be refunded their deposit. Deposits will not be refunded after that date. No refund will be allowed for partial or otherwise damaged sets. Arrangements for shipped orders may be made by contacting the reprographics company directly. All costs for shipping are to be paid by the Bidder with no reimbursement. The List of Bidders may be picked up at, or emailed to Contractors, if requested from the reprographics company. As Security, each Bid must be accompanied by a bid deposit in the form of a bid bond, certified check, or a treasurers’ or cashiers’ check issued by a responsible bank or trust company, payable to the Town of Wilbraham. A bid bond shall be in a form satisfactory to the awarding authority, with a surety company qualified to do business in the commonwealth of Massachusetts and satisfactory to the awarding authority and conditioned upon the faithful performance of the agreements contained in the bid. The amount of such bid deposit shall be five percent of the value of the bid. No bid will be accepted unless accompanied by the required bid deposit. A 100% Performance and Labor and Material Payment Bond and other bonds subject to the conditions provided for in the Bid Specifications are required. Bidders shall not include Sales Taxes. The Work for this project for the Town of Wilbraham is tax exempt. The Town of Wilbraham does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, age, physical disability, religion or national origin. The Town is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Min ority/Women’s Business Enterprises are encouraged to apply. 12/10,12/17/15 Notice of Sale Pursuant to Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 105A, Section 4. The following units will be sold at Public Auction Saturday, December 26th at 10:00a.m. at Wilbraham Self Storage, 2535 Boston Rd., Wilbraham, MA 01095 (413)596-3800 The Unknown Contents of: Unit B34 – Steve Safford Unit D08 – Angelique Hamblin Unit F22 – Stephanie Burgess Owner reserves the right to postpone auction without further notice. 12/10,12/17/15 LEGAL NOTICE REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT LEASE OF OFFICE SPACE The Town of Wilbraham, acting through its Chief Procurement Officer and the Board of Selectmen, invites sealed Proposals for the lease of office space, minimum of 1,600 square feet, in the Town of Wilbraham, for a Parks and Recreation Department, which “Office” includes its related offices, conference rooms, program space, etc. Specifications and information regarding this Request For Proposal may be obtained at the Board of Selectmen’s Office, Wil braham Town Hall, 240 Springfield Street, Wilbra ham, Massachusetts 01095, or electronically at www.wilbraham-ma.gov, or by contacting the Selectmen’s Office at cgaumond@wilbrahamma. gov, on or after 12:00pm, on Wednesday, December 16, 2015. Proposals will be available during regular business hours thereafter; Monday through Friday, from 8:30am to 4:30pm. Sealed proposals for the lease of office space will be received no later than 12:00pm, on Thursday, Ja n u a r y 2 8 , 2 0 1 6 , b y Candace Ouillette Gaumond, Chief Procurement Officer and Administrative Assistant to the Town Administrator and Board of Selectmen, at Wilbraham Town Hall, Selectmen’s Office. Pro posals, and five (5) hard copies of said Proposals, must be submitted using the forms provided in the Request For Proposal and are required to be submit in an opaque, sealed envelope, plainly marked, “TOWN OF WILBRAHAMLEASE OF RECREATION DEPARTMENT SPACE.” All Proposals submitted shall remain in effect for one hundred and twenty (120) days, Saturdays, Sundays and Legal Holidays included, after the deadline for the submission of Proposals. Proposals will be opened following the deadline for submission and reviewed by an evaluation team. The evaluation team will forward a recommendation to the Board of Selectmen who shall award the contract. The successful Proposer must enter into a Lease Agreement with the Town within thirty (30) days of award by the Board of Selectmen. The Board of Selectmen reserves the right to waive any informalities, reject any or all Proposals, advertise for new Proposals, or accept the Proposal deemed to be in the best interest of the Town of Wilbraham. Robert J. Boilard, Chairman Wilbraham Board of Selectmen 12/17,12/24/15 LEGAL NOTICE REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT PURCHASE OF OFFICE SPACE The Town of Wilbraham, acting through its Chief Procurement Officer and the Board of Selectmen, invites sealed Proposals for the purchase of office space, minimum of 1,600 square feet, in the Town of Wilbraham, for a Parks and Recreation Department, which “Office” includes its related offices, conference rooms, program space, etc. Specifications and information regarding this Request For Proposal may be obtained at the Board of Selectmen’s Office, Wilbraham Town Hall, 240 Springfield Street, Wilbraham, Massachusetts 01095, or electronically at www.wilbraham-ma.gov, or by contacting the Select men’s Office at cgaumond@ w i l b r a h a m - m a . g o v, o n or after 12:00pm, on Wednesday, December 16, 2015. Proposals will be available during regular business hours thereafter; Monday through Friday, from 8:30am to 4:30pm. Sealed proposals for the purchase of office space will be received no later than 12:00pm, on Thursday, Ja n u a r y 2 8 , 2 0 1 6 , b y Candace Ouillette Gaumond, Chief Procurement Officer and Administrative Assistant to the Town Administrator and Board of Selectmen, at Wilbraham Town Hall, Selectmen’s Office. Pro posals, and five (5) hard copies of said Proposals, must be submitted using the forms provided in the Request For Proposal and are required to be submit in an opaque, sealed envelope, plainly marked, “TOWN OF WILBRAHAM-PURCHASE OF R E C R E AT I O N DEPARTMENT SPACE.” All Proposals submitted shall remain in effect for one hundred and twenty (120) days, Saturdays, Sundays and Legal Holidays included, after the deadline for the submission of Proposals. Proposals will be opened following the deadline for submission and reviewed by an evaluation team. The evaluation team will forward a recommendation to the Board of Selectmen who shall award the contract. The successful Proposer must enter into a Purchase and Sale Agreement with the Town within thirty (30) days of award by the Board of Selectmen. The Board of Selectmen reserves the right to waive any informalities, reject any or all Proposals, advertise for new Proposals, or accept the Proposal deemed to be in the best interest of the Town of Wilbraham. Robert J. Boilard, Chairman Wilbraham Board of Selectmen 12/17,12/24/15 LEGAL NOTICE REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL SENIOR CENTER LEASE OF OFFICE SPACE The Town of Wilbraham, acting through its Chief Procurement Officer and the Board of Selectmen, invites sealed Proposals for the lease of office space, minimum of 3,500 square feet, in the Town of Wilbraham, for a Senior Center, which “Office” includes its related offices, conference rooms, kitchen, program space, etc. Specifications and information regarding this Request For Proposal may be obtained at the Board of Selectmen’s Office, Wilbra ham Town Hall, 240 Spring field Street, Wilbraham, Massachusetts 01095, or electronically at www.wilbraham-ma.gov, or by contacting the Selectmen’s Office at [email protected], on or after 12:00pm, on Wednesday, December 16, 2015. Proposals will be available during regular business hours thereafter; Monday through Friday, from 8:30am to 4:30pm. Sealed proposals for the lease of office space will be received no later than 12:00pm, on Thursday, Ja n u a r y 2 8 , 2 0 1 6 , b y Candace Ouillette Gaumond, Chief Procurement Officer and Administrative Assistant to the Town Administrator and Board of Selectmen, at Wilbraham Town Hall, Selectmen’s Office. Proposals, and six (6) hard copies of said Proposals, must be submitted using the forms provided in the Request For Proposal and are required to be submit in an opaque, sealed envelope, plainly marked, “TOWN OF WILBRAHAM-LEASE OF SENIOR CENTER SPACE.” All Proposals submitted shall remain in effect for one hundred and twenty (120) days, Saturdays, Sundays and Legal Holidays included, after the deadline for the submission of Proposals. Proposals will be opened following the deadline for submission and reviewed by an evaluation team. The evaluation team will forward a recommendation to the Board of Selectmen who shall award the contract. The successful Proposer must enter into a Lease Agreement with the Town within thirty (30) days of award by the Board of Selectmen. The Board of Selectmen reserves the right to waive any informalities, reject any or all Proposals, advertise for new Proposals, or accept the Proposal deemed to be in the best interest of the Town of Wilbraham. Robert J. Boilard, Chairman Wilbraham Board of Selectmen 12/17,12/24/15 LEGAL NOTICE REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL SENIOR CENTER PURCHASE OF OFFICE SPACE The Town of Wilbraham, acting through its Chief Procurement Officer and the Board of Selectmen, invites sealed Proposals for the purchase of office space, minimum of 3,500 square feet, in the Town of Wilbraham, for a Senior Center, which “Office” includes its related offices, conference rooms, kitchen, program space, etc. Specifications and information regarding this Request For Proposal may be obtained at the Board of Selectmen’s Office, Wilbraham Town Hall, 240 Springfield Street, Wilbraham, Massachusetts 01095, or electronically at www.wilbraham-ma.gov, or by contacting the Selectmen’s Office at [email protected], on or after 12:00pm, on Wednesday, December 16, 2015. Proposals will be available during regular business hours thereafter; Monday through Friday, from 8:30am to 4:30pm. Sealed proposals for the purchase of office space will be received no later than 12:00pm, on Thursday, Ja n u a r y 2 8 , 2 0 1 6 , b y Candace Ouillette Gaumond, Chief Procurement Officer and Administrative Assistant to the Town Administrator and Board of Selectmen, at Wilbraham Town Hall, Select men’s Office. Proposals, and six (6) hard copies of said Proposals, must be submitted using the forms provided in the Request For Proposal and are required to be submit in an opaque, sealed envelope, plainly marked, “TOWN OF WILBRAHAM-PURCHASE OF SENIOR CENTER SPACE.” All Proposals submitted shall remain in effect for one hundred and twenty (120) days, Saturdays, Sundays and Legal Holidays included, after the deadline for the submission of Proposals. Proposals will be opened following the deadline for submission and reviewed by an evaluation team. The evaluation team will forward a recommendation to the Board of Selectmen, who shall award the contract. The successful Proposer must enter into a Purchase and Sale Agreement with the Town within thirty (30) days of award by the Board of Selectmen. The Board of Selectmen reserves the right to waive any informalities, reject any or all Proposals, advertise for new Proposals, or accept the Proposal deemed to be in the best interest of the Town of Wilbraham. Robert J. Boilard, Chairman Wilbraham Board of Selectmen 12/17,12/24/15 Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Probate and Family Court Hampden Division 50 State Street Springfield, MA 01103 (413)748-8600 Docket No. HD15P2244EA Estate of: William John O’Donnell Also Known As: William J. O’Donnell Date of Death: 11/04/14 informal probate publication notice To all persons interested in the above captioned est ate, by Petition of Petitioner Robert F. O’Donnell of Hampden MA, a Will has been admitted to informal probate. Robert F. O’Donnell of Hampden MA has been informally appointed as the Personal Representative of the estate to serve without surety on the bond. The estate is being administered under informal procedure by the Personal Representative under the Massachusetts Uniform Pro bate Code without supervision by the Court. Inventory and accounts are not required to be filed with the Court, but interested parties are entitled to notice regarding the administration from the Personal Representative and can petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including distribution of assets and expenses of administration. Interested parties are entitled to petition the Court to institute formal proceedings and to obtain orders terminating or restricting the powers of Personal Representatives appointed under informal procedure. 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Quality workmanship. Call (413)213-0373 for estimate and information. Demers & Sons Belchertown, MA Appliances COLEMAN APPLIANCE SERVICE. Servicing all makes and models of washers, dryers, refrigerators, stoves, dishwashers, air conditioners. Also dryer vent cleaning. (413)536-0034. Child Services *NEW STATE LAW. Anyone advertising caring of children must list a license number to do so if they offer this service in their own home. AN EXPERIENCED, LOVING, mature woman needed to care for our 4-year-old in our home. Hours: MWF afternoons (12-4pm) and TTh all day (8-4pm). Schedule tracks college calendar. Long-term only. Start date: mid-January 2016. References/safety certifications required. Email: [email protected] Cleaning Services DANNY BOY SERVICES Junk removed, clean outs, one room to whole house, cellars, sheds, even attics. You need it clean I'm the one you need, call Dan 413-883-5113 Computer Services COMPUTERS SHOULDN’T BE frustrating or frightening. I’ll come to you. Upgrades, troubleshooting, set-up, tutoring. Other electronics too. Call Monique (413)237-1035. Electrician BILL CAMERLIN. ADDITIONS, service changes, small jobs for homeowners, fire alarms. Fast, dependable, reasonable rates. Insured, free estimates. E280333. 24 hour emergency service. (413)427-5862. ✦ www.turley.com ✦ Electrician Landscaping Pets DEPENDABLE ELECTRICIAN, FRIENDLY service, installs deicing cables. Free estimates. Fully insured. Scott Winters electrician Lic. #13514-B Call (413)244-7096. ***A+ DEVENO LANDSCAPING*** FALL CLEAN-UP, Shrub trimming, weekly maintenance, bobcat service, new lawns, new landscaping, brick pavers, walks and patios. Free estimates. Residential/ Commercial (413)746-9065. RETIRED RACING GREYHOUNDS AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION spayed/neutered, wormed, shots, heartworm tested, teeth cleaned JAMES FERRIS: LICENSE #E16303. Free estimates. Senior Discounts. Insured. 40 years experience. No job too small. Cell (413)330-3682. Flooring DRYWALL AND CEILINGS, plaster repair. Drywall hanging. Taping & complete finishing. All ceiling textures. Fully insured. Jason at Great Walls. (413)563-0487 Page 23 ACCENT FLOORS. INSTALL, Sanding, and refinishing. Third Coat free! Competitive prices. Call for your free estimate. (413) 5324681 Tim Wilber. Home Improvement C-D HOME IMPROVEMENT. 1 Call for all your needs. Windows, siding, roofs, additions, decks, baths, hardwood floors, painting. All work 100% guaranteed. Licensed and insured. Call Bob (413)596-8807 Cell CS Lic. #97110, HIC Lic #162905 CERAMIC TILE INSTALLATION Kitchen, bath, foyers. References. Lic #086220. Please call Kevin (978)355-6864. DELREO HOME IMPROVEMENT for all your exterior home improvement needs. ROOFING, SIDING, WINDOWS, DOORS, DECKS & GUTTERS. Extensive references available, Fully Licensed & Insured in MA. & CT. Call GARY DELCAMP @ 413569-3733 HOME IMPROVEMENTS. REMODELING. Kitchens, baths. Ceramic tile, windows, painting, wallpapering, textured ceilings, siding, additions. Insurance work. Fully insured. Free estimates. 413246-2783 Ron. PELISSIER TILE- SPECIALIZING in the timeless art of tile setting since 1982. Insured, Free estimates. Call Bill (413)446-7458. WATER DAMAGE -CALL JAY (413)436-5782FOR REPAIRS Complete Drywall Service. Finishing, Painting, Ceilings (Smooth or Textured). 38 years experience. Fully insured WINTER SALE- REPLACEMENT windows $299 installed, entry/ security storm doors. Fair and honest service. Licensed and insured (413)525-9811. Garage Door Serv. MENARD GARAGE DOORS Authorized Raynor dealer specializing in sales, installation service and repairs of residential and light commercial overhead garage doors and openers. Fully insured. Free estimates. Call (413)289-6550 or www.menardgaragedoors.com Moving D’S HOME AND MOVE- Local and long distance, residential and commercial moving and hauling. Free estimates and references. Fully insured. (413)336-3786, email [email protected]. Music GIVE THE GIFT of music. Piano/Voice lessons. $15 per 1/2 lesson given in Monson. Over 25 years of teaching experience. Call Ellis at 475-201-9819. D’S HOME AND MOVE reliable and experienced painters, interior/ exterior painting, sheetrock and repair work at your home or business. Fully insured. (413)3363786, email [email protected]. CNA’s, PCA’s, HHA’S, SIGN ON BONUS KEN’S PAINTING SERVICES Interior/ exterior painting and staining, wallpaper removal and repairs, quality products and workmanship. Free estimates. (413)896-8264. Plumbing GREG LAFOUNTAIN PLUMBING & Heating. Lic #19196 Repairs & Replacement of fixtures, water heater installations, steam/HW boiler replacement. Kitchen & Bath remodeling. 30 years experience. Fully insured. $10 Gift Card With Work Performed. Call Greg (413)592-1505. LINC’S PLUMBING LIC #J27222 Scheduling Replacement Heating Systems Now Call LINC’S For Your Connection (413)668-5299 Roofing FREE ROOF INSPECTIONS. ALL TYPES OF ROOFING, shingle, flat and slate. Call Local Builders (413)626-5296. Complete roofing systems and repairs. Fully licensed and insured. MA CS #102453, CT Reg. 0615780. Lifetime warranty. Senior Discount. 24 hour service. SKY-TECH ROOFING, INC. 25 years experience. Commercial, residential. Insured. Shingles, single-ply systems. Tar/ gravel, slate repairs. 24 hour Emergency Repairs. (413)536-3279, (413)348-9568, (413)204-4841. Snow Removal 24 HOUR SNOWPLOWING service, Palmer, Monson, Wilbraham, Hampden. Call now limited space available. (413)5195439. A+ ROZELL’S LANDSCAPING & TREE SERVICE Full Service Property Maintenance Bobcat & Chipper Service Tree, Brush, Shrub, Stump Grinding Fully Insured Competition Doesn’t Cut It! 413-636-5957 COMPLETE SNOW SERVICES: Snowplowing, snowblowing, salting, roof snow removal. Commercial/ Residential. South Hadley, Granby, Chicopee, Holyoke, West Springfield. (413)328-9221 Tree Work ATEKS TREE- HONEST, quality tree service. From pruning to house lot clearing. Fully insured. Free estimates. Firewood sales. (413)687-3220. Real Estate REAL ESTATE ASSOCIATES 967-7355 JILL A. GRAVEL, BROKER gravelrealestate.com Horses HORSEBACK RIDING LESSONS offered year round at our state of the art facility. Beginner to advanced. Ages 4 years to adult. Boarding, sales and leasing also available. Convenient location at Orion Farm in South Hadley. (413)532-9753 www.orionfarm.net Help Wanted Instruction **ALL SEASON** Specializing shrub trimming, pruning, design, deliveries, loader, backhoe, insured. Professional. Please call Bob (413)537-5789 (413)5387954. Greyhound Options Inc. Call Mary at 413-566-3129 or Claire at 413-967-9088 or go to www.greyhoundoptions.org. Painting TRUCK DRIVERS NEEDED A & B CDL CLASSES + BUS Chicopee, Ma (413)592-1500 UNITED TRACTOR TRAILER SCHOOL Unitedcdl.com Landscaping Make a Fast Friend! Call us toll free at 1-800-824-6548 Positions available at Professional Medical Services, Inc. Highest competitive rates & mileage paid. EOE. Call Denise. (413)289-9018 DRIVERS: NE REGIONAL Run. $.44cpm. Monthly Bonus. Home Weekly. Complete Benefit Package. Rider Program Immediately. 100% No-Touch. 70% D&H. 888-406-9046 FULL TIME ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT – The Building Inspectors of America is seeking a qualified applicant with experience in general office duties; answering phones, typing, scheduling. Must be confident with computers and in customer service. For more details or to submit a resume; please email [email protected] HR REPRESENTATIVE EXPERIENCE necessary. Part-time 1520 hours per week. Caring Solutions Homecare, West Springfield (413)733-5588 INSTRUCTOR/DIRECT CARE $12.00/HOUR No weekends, nights or holidays. A temporary part-time 27.5 hours/week position is available in our day program serving adults with developmental disabilities, located in Hadley. 1 years experience required with this population, as well as good writing skills. Fax Resumés to 877-335-2682 email [email protected] EOE/AA/ADA. No Phone calls please. INSTRUCTORS (SUMMER, PART-TIME) Holyoke Community College is seeking experienced Minecraft and STEM youth educators for the months of July and August. Classes run 9am-4pm, Monday -Friday. To apply, go to: www.hcc.edu/careers, (NonCredit) Summer 2016 Youth Program Instructors. Thinking of Selling? Call us today for a Free Market Analysis of your home! Make sure to ask for a Free One Year Home Warranty when you list your home with any Gravel RE Agent! CONTACT US AT [email protected] 7 days a week for any of your Real Estate Needs! ALL REAL ESTATE advertised herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation, or discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or intention to make any such preference, limitation, or discrimination.” We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis. FOR RENT All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act of 1968, which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status (number of children and or pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, or any intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate that is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertising in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain about discrimination call The Department of Housing and Urban Development “ HUD” toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. For the N.E. area, call HUD at 617-565-5308. The toll free number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. Office Rentals TOOMEY-LOVETT 109 West St. Ware, MA 01082 www.Century21ToomeyLovett.com 413-967-6326 800-486-2121 West Brookfield: 508-867-7064 LOCAL REAL ESTATE EXPERTS LOOKING FOR A FEW HOUSES TO SELL!!! HARDWICK: (2) three bedroom, two bath condos, central air, off street parking. $119,900 each. We are selling all Our Listings! If you want it sold Call The GOLD!!! Dorrinda O’Keefe-Shea Glenn Moulton Jill Stolgitis Mary Hicks Alan Varnum Bruce Martin Joe Chenevert Michael McQueston 978-434-1990 413-967-5463 413-477-8780 508-612-4794 508-867-2727 508-523-0114 508-331-9031 508-362-0533 Mobile Homes MONSON 1988 2 bedroom, 14’x60’, breakfast bar, cathedral ceilings, new carpet, patio, shed, convenient to Pike. $49,500. 413593-9961 DASAP.MHVILLAGE.COM Pets For Rent BE A RESPONSIBLE PET OWNER - Financially needy? Call for assistance to spay/neuter your cat/dog. (413)565-5383 CONCERNED CITIZENS FOR ANIMALS. AGAWAM 2 BR RANCH breezeway, garage, hardwood floors, working w/d. New kitchen, granite countertops, linoleum, lawn, fenced yard. $1,325 (413)537-4654 www.turley.com For Rent CHICOPEE 2 BR, 1ST FL apt., modern, w/w ceramic tile kitchen/ bathroom $924.00/ month First, last, security, references. (413)783-0913 PROFESSIONAL OFFICE SPACE for rent right off Mass. Pike Exit 7 in Ludlow: updated and quiet office in a premier remodeled professional building; new carpeting, lots of brightness and natural lighting in the office, ample free parking, front and rear entrances, ideal location. $575 per month plus utilities. Please call Rich at (413)237-9891. Vacation Rentals WARM WEATHER IS year round in Aruba. The water is safe, and the dining is fantastic. Walk out to the beach. 3-bedroom weeks available. Sleeps 8. $3500. Email: [email protected] for more information. Auto For Sale 2005 CHEVY CAVALIER 2 door LS Sport Coupe, power windows, air, cruise control, sunroof, spoiler, 16” chrome wheels. 59,000 original miles. $5,000 (413)2835037 Autos Wanted $$$ AUTOS WANTED TOP Dollar paid for your unwanted cars, trucks, vans, big and small, running or not. Call 413-534-5400. The Holiday Deadline for Classified Line Ads is Thursday December 17, 2015 at Noon The Wilbraham-Hampden TIMES Page 24 December 17, 2015 CALL TODAY for your FREE market analysis! She is not your Ordinary Real Estate Agent, she works hard, negotiates hard and closes the deal with a SOLD sign! “Don’t get wrapped up with holiday stress. Stick with the best for all of your real estate needs!” ! SOLD 3 Park Dr., Wilbraham $389,000 ! SOLD ! SOLD 9 Rice Dr., Wilbraham $259,000 ! SOLD 528 Springfield St., Wilbraham 320 Island Pond Rd., E. Forest Park ! SOLD SOLD 5 Bennett Rd., Hampden 10 Springfield St., Wilbraham ! SOLD 33 Faculty St., Wilbraham ! SOLD 22 Pheasant Dr., Springfield $217,000 ! SOLD 521 Glendale, Hampden Y A S U YO !" T I L L "SE ! ! SOLD 215 Maynard Rd, Wilbraham ! ! SOLD 9 Squire Dr., Wilbraham $570,000 ! SOLD 468 Springfield St. $269,9000 ! SOLD 8 Squire Drive, Wilbraham $529,000 ! 30 Linwood Dr., Wilbraham ! SOLD 16 Tall Timber, Wilbraham ! SOLD 32 Ames Road, Hampden ! SOLD SOLD 927 Stony Hill Rd, Wilbraham 33 Redden Rd., Springfield ! SOLD SOLD 658 Stony Hill Rd. $599,000 6 Arbor Lane, Wilbraham ! SOLD ! SOLD ! SOLD ! SOLD 324 Stony Hill Rd., Wilbraham ! SOLD 31 Eastwood, Wilbraham 54 Woodhaven Rd., Belchertown 109 River St., Palmer SALE g in pend SALE g in pend 2205 Boston Rd. $165,000 123 Main St. $359,000 I SAY "SOLD IT!" Call For Your FREE Pricing Proposal Today! CALL MY CELL: 413.214.5365 SEND AN EMAIL: [email protected] or visit: WWW.WMASSHOMEBUYER.COM
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