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By Chance VilesStaff Writer

CHICOPEE – The Chicop-ee Rotary Club presented dona-tions to Chicopee High School’s Book Fund and the St. Stanis-laus Basilica Sandwich Ministry at a meeting at the Munich Haus Restaurant last week.

The Rotary Club gave $1,000 to the St. Stanislaus Sandwich Ministry, a local char-ity that provides sandwiches to those in need on a Sunday, the day the food pantry is closed. The Rotary Club also gave $500 to the Chicopee High School Book Fnd to purchase 80 cop-ies of “The House on Mango Street,” by Sandra Cisneros. The books come at a critical time as “The House on Mango Street,” is the first book that freshman at CHS will be reading.

“This will help us in our ef-forts to have all teachers teach the same book at the same time, instead of having to share cop-ies and read the books in a rota-tion. It’s important that teachers go over the same books so they can co-plan across the grade lev-el,” said Chicopee High School English Department Supervisor Rebecca Pietrzykowski.

Rotary Club supports area programs

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Chicopee High School English Department Supervisor Rebecca Pietrzykowski, left, accepts a donation from Chicopee Rotary President Tom Guertin. See ROTARY page 4


CHICOPEE – Sunshine Village wrapped up renovations to the Davis Building on its main campus in Chicopee ear-lier this month, just in time for

their 50th anniversary.The renovations are sub-

stantial, turning what was an open-space workshop into a facility that hosts programs and houses administrative and clin-ical offices at the main campus on Litwin Lane. Aside from of-

fices, there are now new spac-es for those Sunshine Village serves, such as a game room, arts and crafts room, a cafe, a kitchen and dining room with a culinary program, and a health

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Mayor Richard J. Kos cuts the ribbon at the grand opening of the newly-

renovated Davis Building at Sunshine Village’s Chicopee campus.

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Sunshine Village fetes renovations on golden anniversary Focus shifts to Georgia


WESTOVER – As the re-cent hurricanes came and went, so, too, did reservists from Westover Air Reserve Base, who were sent down south to help the relief efforts.

Initially stationed at Home-stead Air Reserve Base in Flor-ida, Westover reservists worked to get the base back on track, removing debris and restoring power. Now, many of Westover’s reservists have moved their oper-ations over to Dobbins, Georgia. There they are working 12-hour

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Westover reservists stillassisting with hurricane relief


Westover’s 42nd Aerial Port Squadron and 58th APS pose next to a downed free in Georgia. Relief efforts continue weeks after Hurricane Irma devastated Florida.

See SUNSHINE page 5 See WESTOVER page 5

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Chicopee CulturalCouncil seeks grant-funding proposals

CHICOPEE – Time is running out to submit grant applications to the Chicopee Cultural Council to support proposals for community-oriented arts, humanities, and sci-ence programs for FY18. The deadline for organizations, schools, and individuals to apply for grants that support cul-tural activities in the community is Monday, Oct. 16. The programs must take place in Chicopee between Jan. 1 and Dec. 31, 2018.

According to Council Chairperson Sharon Jacob-son-Deragon, these grants can support a variety of artistic projects and activities in Chicopee, including exhibits, festi-vals, fieldtrips, short-term artist residencies, or performanc-es in schools, workshops, and lectures.

Grant applications must be submitted online. Appli-cants may access the online application, guidelines, and process instructions on the Massachusetts Cultural Council website at www.mass-culture.org. Also included at that site is an Applicant Resources section, which includes video tutorials, online application FAQs, and a recording of the webinar training. Grant applications must be submitted to the Chicopee Cultural Council through the online system before midnight on Oct. 16. No applications will be accept-ed after the deadline.

The Massachusetts Cultural Council has established a help desk to answer questions regarding the online grant form. Applicants can direct their questions to: [email protected] or call 617-858-2721.

The Chicopee Cultural Council is a part of a net-work of 329 local cultural councils serving all 351 cities and towns in the Commonwealth. The LCC program is the largest grassroots cultural funding network in the nation, supporting thousands of community-based projects in the arts, science, and humanities each year. The state legislature provides an annual appropriation to the Massachusetts Cul-tural Council, a state agency, which then allocates funds to each community. This year the Chicopee Cultural Council received $33,400 in grant funding for FY2018.

For more information, e-mail [email protected] or call CCC Chairperson Sharon at 413-592-5595.

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CHICOPEE – As members of the police and fire depart-ments anticipate completion of phase one renovations at the public safety complex, city offi-cials are switching gears to tack-le phase two.

The city’s Health Depart-ment had operated out of the lower level of the complex since the 1970s, and the area went untouched until the most-recent renovations. What was once a dim, cramped space is now a renovated, modern space that is utilized daily by both the police and fire departments.

“We use the training rooms minimum three times a day for roll call, but all our in-service training and firearms training instruction starts here. Tactics, CPR training, RAD and the Cit-izens Police Academy are held here, as well as any other com-munity meetings. The tables fold up and store easily, and we have [training] mats. This is a very busy room,” said Chicopee Po-lice Chief William Jebb.

The space has been opened up with walls creating separate

rooms, so roll call can happen at the same time as other training sessions or meetings, allowing the departments to work easier and utilize the space more effi-ciently. Other fixes include a ren-ovated kitchen and bathrooms, energy panels, an exercise fa-cility, display systems and an upgraded dispatch system. The

police department has upgraded their evidence processing system for higher levels of security and accountability, as well as their camera system for dispatch.

“The small bits left of the first round of renovations are signage, alarms and latches. Ba-sically the first phase is at a con-clusion,” said Fire Chief Dean Desmarais.

As phase one wraps up, the building is facing a second round of renovations, which have yet to be voted on or approved by the City Council. The roof will be replaced using money allotted and left over from the first phase. The second phase may include repairs to the doors and stairs, sidewalks and curbing, and more bathrooms, kitchens and offices, particularly on the fire depart-ment side of the building. The police department looks to ex-pand its evidence storage. The construction is done in phases to avoid disrupting the work at the complex.

“Getting new boilers is a must; energy management is for comfort and efficiency. We will redirect ducts and renovate thermostats. Four or five small-er, more efficient boilers will replace the current boilers. What is there is 40-year-old technolo-gy, and engineering is different now,” Chief Desmarais said.

The parking lot is also being looked at, as there are cracks that create areas for puddles to form, which can freeze during the win-ter and pose a safety hazard. As the departments begin to host trainings in the new facility, like the Citizens Police Academy, more people will be parking in the lot.

“It looks like the police de-

partment is brought up to par in regards to their building and functionality; it looks amazing. It’s been brought up into the 21st century, and I am happy for what we’ve accomplished so far, but I want to see the same thing hap-pen on the fire department side,” said City Council President John Vieau. “The plan that was proposed to us looks amazing, and it’s something they deserve. They are our bravest and finest.”

While future renovations are not set in stone, the current renovations are already showing results. According to both chiefs, their departments are more ef-ficient, and their employees are more comfortable.

“The project addresses long-standing issues with the facilities at the public safety complex, and provides us with a solution that is much more affordable than the construction of a brand new facility. The project affords our city with improvements and how we provide public safety,” said Mayor Richard J. Kos.

As the city explores WEST-COMM RECC, a proposed al-liance that will combine emer-gency dispatch with four other municipalities, the extra space in the complex is crucial. A public meeting on WESTCOMM was slated for this Wednesday. De-tails of that meeting were not available at press time.

First phase of public safety renovations nearly complete

“The project addresseslongstanding issues with the facilities at the public safety complex, and provides us with a solution that is much more affordable than the construction of a brand new facility.”

– Mayor Richard J. Kos


City Councilors tour the new training facility at the city’s public safety complex. The desks and chairs are easy to manipulate.

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CHICOPEE – The City Coun-cil last week approved a $687,500 grant from the Massachusetts De-partment of Environmental Pro-tection, through the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission, to help fund a sewer separation project on Bay State Street and Clarendon Avenue.

The project will provide sepa-ration of about 6,500 feet of com-bined sewer pipe; 5,600 feet of the old piping will be replaced entirely. The new pipes will be for the con-veyance of sanitary sewers, while the old pipes will be used for the conveyance of stormwater and run-off.

The grant is expected to cover the entire cost of the project outside of construction. The money covers the administrative service costs of the project. Some administrative costs include fees for working with contractors, processing reports, evaluating options and giving ad-vice as to how the project will pro-ceed. It will also cover an on-site observation of construction by em-ployees of the engineer related to the project.

“It’s not what we need, but I

suggest $687,000 is sizable and something we are appreciative of; it’s an important amount. This proj-ect is $3-4 million, so [the grant] doesn’t pay for the project, but the fact that four communities were

looked at to see how the money is split, we got a pretty good chunk of this share. We were ready, and this project qualified for this money,” said Mayor Richard J. Kos during

his briefing to the City Council last Tuesday.

Construction will be done by Ludlow Construction Company. A portion of the grant that goes un-spent, an estimated $137,500, will go toward construction costs.

“The receipt of these funds from the state is welcome as for too long we have received virtually no assistance on this mandate,” said Mayor Kos.

Similar grants were given to Springfield and Holyoke, with Springfield receiving the same amount as Chicopee; Holyoke re-ceived $110,000. Combined with the Pioneer Valley Planning Com-mission’s project administration costs, the entire grant totals $1.5 million among the three communi-ties.

“It’s based upon those commu-nities that are at that stage to act on it. Instead of doing the downtown and all the expensive separation projects, we indicated that part of our plan was to take on the neigh-borhoods. We are attacking streets with the most health issues to get those done, and we put some major sewer projects on the back burner,” Mayor Kos said.

“Instead of doing the downtown and all the expensive separation projects, we indicated that part of our plan was to take on the neighbor-hoods. We are attacking streets with the most health issues to get those done, and we put some major sewer projects on the back burner.”

– Mayor Richard J. Kos

City receives grant for neighborhood sewer separation project

Voter registrationdeadline is Oct. 18

CHICOPEE – Wednesday, Oct. 18, is the last day to

register to vote or to report a change of name or address for the Nov. 7 city election. The Registrars of Voter office is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and will be open until 8 p.m. on Oct. 18.

City residents who have a valid ID issued by the RMV can apply to register to vote online by visiting the city website www.chicopeema.gov or MA Election Di-vision website www.sec.state.ma.us. To request a mail-in registration form, please call the Registrars of Voters office at 594-1550 or send an e-mail to [email protected]. Those registering to vote using mail-in registration forms, must have their forms postmarked no later than Oct. 18 in order to be eligible to vote in the Nov. 7 election.

Lorraine’s to host ‘last’ 5k run/walk

CHICOPEE – The annual 5k Run/Walk to benefit Lor-raine’s will be the last hosted by the soup kitchen.

Not to fear, dedicated runners and walkers: the city of Chicopee has graciously offered to incorporate the spirit of Lorraine’s 5k into the annual Chicopee Downtown Get Down 5k. Lorraine’s staff and board will still be actively involved in the planning, and all proceeds will continue to go directly to the soup kitchen.

The upcoming and final race will feature family-friend-ly activities and a full BBQ. A special musical performance by “The Goat Ropers” will be featured. This year’s theme is “Harvest,” and runners will run through a scenic trail in Chicopee State Park. The race will not take place at Wil-liams Family Park as in years past.

The 2017 5K Harvest Run/Walk is headed by Chair-person Kimberly Morrissette.

“We are honored that the city of Chicopee recogniz-es the importance of Lorraine’s in this community and has partnered with us to host a 5K for us moving forward. With the backing of the city and the growing enthusiasm for the ‘Get Down,’ we are excited to raise even more money for the pantry,” she said.

Morrissette has been involved with Lorraine’s for the last few years and currently sits on the organization’s Board of Directors.

“This year’s race will serve to be a great family-fun fall-festive, and community-focused event,” she adds.

The 5k will be held on Sunday, Oct. 22, at Chicopee Memorial State Park located at 570 Burnett Road in Chi-copee. Registration starts at 8:30 a.m. and the race begins at 10 a.m. Pre-registration via Lorraine’s website (www.lorrainessoupkitchen.com) or mail-in is $25. Same-day reg-istration is $30. The first 100 registrants get a free T-shirt. Sponsorships are also available. More information can be found on the website.

CHICOPEE – The 41st annual St. Stanislaus Parish Bazaar will be held the weekend of October 14

& 15 at St. Stanislaus School/Par-ish Center, 534 Front St. Chicopee. The hours are Saturday from 12-8 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Joe Dziok will be the disc jock-ey on both days. Jeff & Joe Polka Band will perform on Saturday at 2 p.m. and Sunday at 1 p.m. Sarah the Fiddler will perform on Saturday at 5:30 p.m. and on Sunday at 3:30 p.m. There will be a Polish/Ameri-can kitchen, featuring our delicious pierogi, golumbki, and kapusta as well as hamburgers, hot dogs, baked potatoes and more. For this event, the volunteers will be mak-ing 2,200 golumbki, 20,000 piero-gi, and 50 gallons of kapusta. We have a take-out window so you can take home some of the great food. We will be featuring Chicopee Pro-vision Kielbasa, hamburgers and hot dogs. The baked goods booth will feature plenty of homemade breads, cakes, cookies, and many Polish delicacies.

There will be plenty of hand-made items along with a large va-riety of items to purchase for your family and friends – even your pets. The Christmas Gift Shoppe is back

by popular demand; you can get a jumpstart on your holiday shop-ping. Our Vintage Jewelry Booth is also returning with even more great pieces.

There will be lots games and raffles for all ages. You could even win a year’s supply of Friendly’s Ice Cream.

Come and join us for an enjoyable weekend. Free admission and free parking.

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Volunteers assemble Polish delicacies to be sold at the 41st annual St. Stani-slaus Parish Bazaar on Oct. 14 & 15.

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CHICOPEE – There will be a free Health Fair at the First Congregational Church of Chicopee, 306 Chicop-ee St., on Sunday Oct. 22, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Health Fair will offer flu shots, blood pressure checks, Reiki and massage from Abundant Wellness, a Western Mass Elder Service representative, and safety demon-strations from the Chicopee Fire Department, along with information on a variety of health and wellness topics such as Alzheimer’s disease, diabetes and hypertension. This event is open to the public.

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While other depart-ments have been able to acquire the same books across the board for their students, the English De-partment needs books for their ninth- and tenth-grade classes. Having the same books in students’ hands at the same time means that teachers won’t have to prepare to teach numerous different books

in one day, allowing more focused efforts leading to a higher quality of educa-tion, according to Pietrzy-kowski.

“We also raised mon-ey throughout the year for the Stanislaus Sandwich Ministry, who provides a service to Chicopee no other program does, which is providing sandwiches and drinks when the food pantry is closed,” said Chi-copee Rotary President Tom Guertin, who was inducted as president in July.

The St. Stanislaus Basilica Sandwich Min-istry also provides clothes to those in need, operat-ing in the parking lot be-hind the Westfield Bank in downtown Chicopee every Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

“We started this seven years ago when Lorraine’s Soup Kitch-en opened because they didn’t operate on week-ends,” said St. Stanislaus Deacon Joe Peters. “We have about 15-20 volun-teers, and spend around

$150 each week, so this will help us keep going as we are entirely dona-tion-based.”

The Chicopee Rotary Club will also be present-ing $3,500 to the Chi-copee Fire Department for the purchase of over 200 smoke alarms for the department’s fire alarm program. The program brings fire inspectors to the homes of the elderly at their request, to install fire alarms and do fire inspec-tions.

“We hope to actually be able to purchase the fire detectors with the money and present them to the department all at once,” Guertin said. “It will be a big help to the program.”

The Rotary Club is an international service organization that brings local leaders together for humanitarian efforts. The Chicopee Rotary Club is looking for new members. Those interested can email President Tom Guertin at [email protected].

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Chicopee Rotary Treasurer Marc Dugre, left, and President Tom Guertin present a sub-stantial donation to the St. Stanislaus Sandwich Ministry.

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CHICOPEE – State Senator Eric P. Lesser, D-Longmeadow, visited the se-nior centers in Chicopee and Granby last week on his annual “Cider and Donuts” tour of area senior centers each fall. He also made a stop at the Belchertown se-nior center, and will be visiting others in each of the nine cities and towns he rep-resents.

“I always enjoy my visits to our se-nior centers, and take away a lot from my conversations. I’m looking forward to hearing what our seniors have to say about the issues that concern them and how I can help work on them,” Sen. Less-er said.


Sen. Eric Lesser listens to seniors’ con-cerns at the RiverMills Senior Center last week.

Sen. Lesser visits Senior Center

Tasty Tea TimeThe Council on Aging will offer a

“Tasty Tea Time” on Thursday, Oct. 26, at 1:30 p.m. at RiverMills Center. Come enjoy some delicious tea in a pretty Chi-na tea setting and some goodies and make some new friends. A Halloween-themed tea is planned. A $4 donation will be ac-cepted at the door. The tea is limited to 24 people. Please register by Oct. 23 by stop-ping by RiverMills or calling 534-3698.

Line Dancing ClassThe Council on Aging has changed

the Line Dancing class from Wednesdays at 2 p.m. to Tuesdays at 1 p.m. Lynn Con-nolly will lead the class. A $3 donation will be accepted at the door.

Cardio Mix ClassThe Council on Aging is offering a

new “Cardio Mix” class on Tuesday and

Thursday evenings from 5:30-6:15 p.m. at RiverMills Center. The cost is a $5 do-nation. The class is offered as part of the center’s extended evening hours on Tues-days and Thursdays. The center is open from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. on those days.

Painting ClassThe Council on Aging is offering an

additional painting class on Thursdays from 1-3:30 p.m. at RiverMills. Christiane Eckert will lead the class and teach sev-eral mediums, including acrylic, pastel, oil and watercolor. She has been painting since 1992. Participants are asked to bring their own materials. A $1 donation will be accepted at the door. RiverMills already offers a drawing and painting class ev-ery Tuesday at 1 p.m., which is taught by Maureen McDonald.

Massage Therapy Massages will be offered once-a-

week from 9:20 a.m. to 1:20 p.m. The charge is $15 for 15 minutes. Sign up is available at the front desk at RiverMills Center or by calling 534-3698.

New fitness classesThe Council on Aging has added

three fitness classes to its regular sched-ule:

Gentle Exercise – Monday, Wednes-day and Friday at 10 a.m. Cost is $1.

Circuit Workout – Monday, Wednes-day and Friday at 11 a.m. Cost is $3.

Arthritis Exercise – Monday and Fri-day at 12 p.m. Cost is $2.

Fit for LifeThe Council on Aging is now

charging $2 for Fit for Life, the 8:30 a.m. aerobics class that takes place on Mon-days, Wednesdays and Fridays at Riv-erMills Center. The class is now taking place at 8:30 a.m., instead of 8:45 a.m., and is being taught by Liz Carter, a cer-tified fitness instructor. Carter also teach-es the Zumbasize class on Tuesdays at 3 p.m. That class costs $3.

Zumbasize ClassTuesdays from 3-3:45 p.m. Exercise

Studio 117 (street level). This class is for

active older adults who are looking for a modified class that recreates the original moves you love at a lower intensity. Sug-gested donation, $3. For more informa-tion, call 534-3698.

Dancercize Class Wednesdays from 12-1 p.m. Dancer-

cize is ballet, jazz, balance & stretch put together in a class that gives us the strength & enjoyment for the body & mind. Ballet and jazz moves help tone our muscles, increase flexibility and free tension and stress. The class is taught by Diane Shields, who has been dancing herself for over 58 years and teaching for over 45 years. Apparel should be light and comfortable. Shoes should be a ballet or jazz shoe or a flexible type of tennis sneaker. Donation, $5.

Yoga ClassTuesdays at 11 a.m. Come enjoy a

gentle yoga class with a focus on muscu-lar strengthening and stretching, and an easy-on-the-joints practice that can im-prove balance, range of motion and pos-ture. No special equipment needed; bring a yoga mat, and wear loose and comfort-able clothing. Yoga is best practiced in bare feet or “grip bottom” socks. Instruc-tor is Linda “Chickee” Brunelle. Suggest-ed donation, $5. For more information, call 534-3698.

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and wellness room with massage chairs and a gym. The building was also outfitted with new win-dows and a renovated lobby.

“I really like our gaming room. We try to keep up with the technology, and we got a bunch of new video games and high-tech gaming chairs,” said Sunshine Village Director of Community Relations Amie Mi-arecki.

Moving these rooms and programs to the Litwin campus allowed for new programs and the expansion of existing pro-grams. Other renovations include lighting that can be dimmed, which can be calming for those on the Autism spectrum.

“We can bring in 60 to 70 more people with this renovated building, and it freed up space for 40 others in another program,

so essentially it brings an addi-tional 100 people,” said Execu-tive Director Gina Kos.

In time for its 50th anniver-sary, Sunshine Village rebrand-ed, changing its colors from blue and orange, to orange and gray. Sunshine Village also added a tagline that arches over their logo, “Everyone Shines.” The new colors are also painted in the building in a fashion that is calming to those on the Autism spectrum.

“The orange represents in-novation and enthusiasm, and the gray stands for wisdom,” Kos said.

Funding for the renovations comes from a Mass Development bond, with rates secured at a low cost by Westfield Bank. Aside from the $1.5 million for the ren-ovations to the Davis Building, Sunshine Village brings in about $13 million yearly through state

and federal money as well as pri-vate donations.

“We serve over 450 people,

and employee over 250. A lot of our participants aren’t able to be in the community, so renova-

tions and programs at the Davis Building bring the community to them,” Miarecki said.

The campus now also offers art and pet therapy, as well as having people come in to teach workshops on health and well-ness, among numerous other fields.

Sunshine Village serves adults with developmental dis-abilities of varying degrees, aim-ing to help them lead rich and meaningful lives. The communi-ty connects their hundreds of par-ticipants with professionals and also incorporates their families. Sunshine Village also has sites in Chicopee Falls, Springfield, Three Rivers and Westfield. The five campuses provide numerous programs ranging from employ-ment services to smaller, more closed programs for the more developmentally disabled.

shifts on 24-hour operations, helping move items onto planes that are bringing much-needed supplies to Puerto Rico and other areas affected by the hurricanes.

“It wasn’t typical work. When we got there at night it was dark, there was no power…the first night was mostly just sticking with the group I came with. We had to sleep on cots in the gym. The next morning is when everyone got to work,” said Westover Senior Airman and photojournalist Monica Ric-ci, speaking about the work at Homestead.

The air base was put off-line due to wind damage and debris on the runways from Hurricane Irma. With under 10-hours no-tice, the reservists were notified of their mission to put Home-stead back online.

“I found out we were leav-ing on Sunday. I live in Chicop-ee, so I stopped [at the base] on Monday to get an update so I could plan a little, and I found out I was leaving for Homestead in about three hours. I rushed home and packed my bag. I had to pack 30 days worth of uniform items and regular clothes, and then I had to go and catch the

plane,” said Ricci, who has since returned to Westover. “During the time I was there, up to 70 missions had come in and out of there, so you can think of that as aircraft unloading and loading cargo to be taken elsewhere.”

Now that the work is done at Homestead, other Westover reservists have shifted their fo-cus to Dobbins, Georgia, work-ing on relief for those affected by Hurricane Maria. They are now working with other reserv-

ists and military personnel from all over the country, helping ship needed supplies to areas hit hard by the hurricanes.

“We are loading cargo, weighing it, centering it, getting the plane ready to fly, then you send it. The planes can be going anywhere needed. Many now are going to the islands and Puerto Rico,” said Senior Airman Sean Grendon during a phone inter-view from Georgia. “Right now we are doing 12-hour shifts on

24-hour operations in Georgia. {We’re getting very] little sleep, we are working hard.”

The work is monotonous and the days are long, but for many reservists, opportunities to help their fellow Americans is why they got involved with the military in the first place.

“It’s a humbling and gratify-ing experience to know that we are providing direct assistance to our fellow Americans,” said Staff Sergeant Lyndsay Snow, who is still working in Georgia. “These opportunities are exactly why I joined the Air Force. The

camaraderie between multiple units working toward the same mission is incredible. It makes all the hard work, long hours and training totally worth it.”

There is no particular date in sight that the reservists will get to fly home, as the conditions of the areas affected by the hurri-canes become clearer, and help is still needed.

“I think helping is reward-ing, and I feel accomplished. There is still so many people working, and they will have more relief work when they get back, too,” Ricci said.

Developmental Specialist Erin Gonyer and participant Courtney Couture iron clothes in the Litwin Center Contemporary Day Program’s inde-pendent living suite, a mock apartment that helps Sunshine Village participants get used to living on their own or with a roommate.

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Westover reservists work with squads from Georgia and New Jer-sey, loading planes with cargo to help people affected by the recent hurricanes.

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Westover reservists catch up on some much needed sleep.

CHICOPEE – The Alumnae Li-brary at College of Our Lady of the Elms will recognize Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October with two month-long exhibits and a series of special events on Tuesday, Oct. 17.

The special events in “Beyond Pink: Breast Cancer Awareness” will be held from 4:30-7 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 17, in the Alumnae Library. The Student Social Work Organization will host a poster session from 4:30-5 p.m. in the library with information on community resources. Students will be present to guide discussion and answer questions.

The info session will be followed by a panel discussion from 5-7 p.m. The panel discussion will feature Joyce Thielen, associate dean of the School of Nursing at Elms College; Cynthia Sheridan Murphy of Cancer House of Hope in West Springfield; Midje Theulen, the current chair of Rays of Hope at Baystate Health in Springfield; Allison Rebello of Cancer Connection in Northampton; and Cindy Skrodski, a technical support specialist at Elms College, who is a breast cancer survi-

vor.Throughout the month, the library

also will host an exhibition called “The Torso Project,” a collaborative art proj-ect that aims to raise awareness of the incidence of breast cancer and promote healing for those who are affected by the disease. As part of the project, women affected by breast cancer par-ticipate in workshops where they cast their torsos in plaster and create heal-ing works of art. One of these sculp-tures will be available to view during the events on Oct. 17, and a related ex-hibit of photographs will be on display in the library throughout the month of October.

In conjunction with this event, an exhibit featuring photographs by Debbie Gomes, associate director, li-brary technology, plus poems from the Elms community about breast cancer, recovery, and being a survivor will be on display around the Alumnae Library during library hours all month long.

For more information, contact Gomes at [email protected] or at 413-265-2316.

SPRINGFIELD – The Western New England University School of Law’s Insti-tute for Legislative and Governmental Af-fairs recently hosted a talk by state Senator Eric P. Lesser, D-Longmeadow, titled, “The Role States Play in the Trump Era.”

“States serve as our country’s labora-tories of democracy,” said Senator Lesser. “They are the place where new ideas and approaches can be explored and tested, de-spite the paralysis in Washington, D.C. The residual powers that are not explicitly in-cluded in the U.S. Constitution rest in the states, not in the federal government.”

Along with sharing his own experienc-es at the state capital, Lesser explained that the viewpoint behind his talk was not giv-en through a conservative or liberal point of view, but through a perspective that will help aspiring lawyers to feel motivated and encouraged to be passionate in their ca-reers. “It’s important to understand what’s at stake and what role law students and lawyers in particular can play in the age of President Trump,” Lesser explained.

In what Lesser believes to be a very vexing and challenging time in the nation’s civic life, he described law schools as hav-ing a special responsibility, and encouraged the students to recognize the unique role they play in the health of our democracy, because of their educational opportunities. “If you want to influence public policy in a meaningful way, start with your local com-munity and your own state first,” Lesser added.

Elms College plans ‘Beyond Pink’ events Senator Lesser addresses students at WNEU School of Law


Western New England University School of Law Dean Eric Gouvin, left, and Law Profes-sor Art Wolf, flank state Sen. Eric P. Lesser.


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Valley Blue Sox mascot, Paws, is flanked by Chicopee Mayor Richard J. Kos, Westfield Mayor Brian P. Sullivan, Holyoke Mayor Alex Morse, Springfield Mayor Domenic Sarno, West Springfield Mayor William J. Reichelt and Business West Editor George O’Brien during a photo op at the “Running of the Mayors” competition held at Mackenzie Field in Holyoke on July 19.

A MEETING OF THE MAYORSOfficials toannouncenext phaseof FacemateredevelopmentCity a brownfieldsassessment and cleanup grant recipient

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CHICOPEE – The city of Chicopee is holding a special event at the former Facemate fa-cility on July 27 to officially an-nounce this year’s EPA brown-frields grant recipients and to unveil the Phase II development activities for the former indus-trial property.

The Environmental Pro-tection Agency released its list of brownfields assessment and cleanup grants for Fiscal Year 2017 in May, with Chicopee receiving a total of $600,000 in funds from the federal agency. The city was approved for three $200,000 grants for clean-up work at buildings 15, 27 and 42 at the former Uniroyal tire com-plex.

“It’s no longer ‘What we’d like,’” said Chicopee City Planner Lee Pouliot of the an-nouncement, which will unveil the selected developer and proj-ect for the site. “It’s ‘What’s go-ing to be.’”

As defined by the EPA, a brownfield “is a property, the expansion, redevelopment, or reuse of which may be com-plicated by the presence or po-tential presence of a hazardous substance, pollutant, or contam-inant.” There are over 450,000

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CHICOPEE – A set of pro-posed transit service changes was made official last week as the Pioneer Valley Transit Au-thority (PVTA) announced cuts to over a dozen routes through-out the area.

Citing an original deficit of around $1.2 million, which was exacerbated by a state budget that cut funding for re-

gional transit across the com-monwealth by nearly $2 million from the previous fiscal year’s level, the PVTA announced the changes at a July 19 public meeting. The PVTA now cites a deficit of $1.789 million due to the state cuts.

For Chicopee, these chang-es spell the elimination of the first two early morning trips of the X90 route, which runs from East Longmeadow through Springfield and Chicopee and

on to downtown Holyoke. Ser-vice north of Memorial Drive will also be eliminated for Sundays. The PVTA estimates a savings of around $41,000 a year from these cuts.

Saturday and Sunday ser-vice for the P21E route was originally set for elimination, but the PVTA was able to maintain that route through a Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) grant that will fund P21E service for the

next year, providing $400,000 against the PVTA’s deficit. The transit authority estimates that 146 customers would be affected by elimination of the P21E weekend runs. Other no-table changes to PVTA service include a complete cut of the Tiger Trolley, a bus that runs throughout South Hadley.

Several proposed cuts were ultimately avoided, including some of the proposed service


CHICOPEE – A bill ap-proved by the Massachusetts Sen-ate and House of Representatives and signed into law by Gover-nor Charlie Baker last week has made way for the city of Chicop-ee to lease the former Chicopee Falls Branch Library to a private non-profit educational organiza-tion.

As announced by the office of State Rep. Joseph F. Wagner, D-Chicopee, the home rule pe-tition allows the city to “expand use of the underutilized former Chicopee Falls Branch Library for

educational purposes.” State Sen. James T. Welch, D-West Spring-field, also worked toward passage of the petition, which was initially made in early 2017.

“I am pleased to assist the city in their efforts to advance this initiative and to make use of existing infrastructure to provide educational services to children, which is critically important in their development,” said Wagner.

The City Council had vot-ed unanimously to request home rule for the building in January 2017. The petition requested that the city be allowed to “execute a long-term lease agreement with a non-profit educational organiza-

tion for the purpose of providing educational services.” The city had at one point considered using the building for its own school de-partment.

The former library branch sits on municipal parkland, and the city had previously needed to get special permission from the state to construct a library on the site. This newest petition will al-low Chicopee to lease the former library branch for up to 25 years to educational organizations like Head Start. Head Start is a pro-gram under the umbrella of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services emphasizing school readiness for children ages

five and under from low-income families. The Holyoke-Chicop-ee-Springfield Head Start is cur-rently based in Springfield, and is described as “a multi-service agency, providing comprehensive programs, services and support to local communities.”

Other potential uses for the former Chicopee Falls Branch Library include programming or resources for children attending public or private preschools, ele-mentary, secondary or vocational schools, or institutions of higher education; or any other service approved as an education service by a vote of the City Council and mayor of the city of Chicopee.

Home rule petitions like the one filed and secured by Chicopee frequently represent situations in which towns and cities in the com-monwealth are requesting special authority to lease property owned by the city or to change aspects of a municipal charter. In the recent past, Chicopee had been granted a home rule petition to change the number of members on the School Committee.

The Chicopee Falls Branch Library was closed in summer 2015, with the city citing low use as the deciding factor. Since then, various uses have been suggested for the 216 Broadway St. location.

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Medical Registration Centers are often vast. And, an end-of-the-hall, sterile, waiting room can look mi-croscopic. More than once, I’ve heard a patient grumble, “This room isn’t big enough for me to change my mind in!”

Also, along with teeth-chattering chills, fro-zen fingers attempt to find and tie backside strings on a tent-sized, clinical gown—all action multiplying into monumental anxieties.

“My blood pressure’s gonna be off the charts!” mumbles the patient, “And, where do I put my clothes?”

“There’s a little locker, Sweetie,” chirps bubbly Ms. Tecki Nishon, “Right across from your dressing room.”

“Do I need a combina-tion?”

“Oh-h-h, no honey… It’s not locked,’ she added, “Just hang onto anything valuable.”

Meanwhile, by all ap-pearances, when the in-ner-circle Waiting Room line dwindles, the most appealing area hosts water coolers, cof-

fee, a choice of sweeteners, and creamers. (Flavor-of-the-month ones always help with swallowing the “Wait-ing Room Worries.”)

Also, racked up maga-zines help distract attention from the appointed hour, but only when periodicals are reader relevant-- and current. (Decade’s old, dog-eared pages with coupons or offers ripped off are passé for pa-tients).

Then Ms. Tecki Nishon reappears, bubble-bellows out the patient’s name, (who in turn drops everything gripped). The billowing tent gown is cling wrapped, and trotting steps trail behind the effervescent Leader to the Unknown.

“First, Sweetie, we need you to make sure that YOU know WHO you are… Name. Date of birth…”says Ms. Tecki Nishon. “Then we need to check your vital signs.”

“I’m alive.”“I can see that, honey.

But, we must document it.”“Doctor who?”“Oh, you’re so sweet.

I’m not Doctor Who,” Ms. Tecki Nishon replies with a flushed face response,” “But, he’ll be in to see you soon.”

Everything checks out medically as expected. Es-pecially the patient’s re-sponse due to the “White Coat Syndrome”: elevated blood pressure, heart rhythm increase, sweaty pearl-bead-ed brow, and cold, clammy palms. Plus the added wide-eyed wondering: “What’s up now?”

“Next, we need to have Dr. Who look at your head to foot rashes…”

“Uh. OK.” After the unveiling

exam, numerous tests were ordered for allergies. (And, of course, that conscientious patient spent an exorbitant amount of preparation study-ing for all those tests.)

In due course, as expect-ed: surfacing results were highly visible and overtly re-actionary.

For the record: any re-semblance to either the pa-tient or to the provider is purely incidental.

In one of life’s waiting roomsEvery second

counts The theme of this year’s Fire Preven-

tion Week campaign, “Every Second Counts – Plan Two Ways Out!” re-

minds us of the importance of planning and practicing a home escape plan.

Most fatal fires occur in the home. If you have a fire at home, you may only have less than three minutes after the alarm sounds to get out safely. Knowing what to do can mean the difference between life and death.

That’s why the Department of Fire Ser-vices is making a concerted effort to educate Massachusetts residents about the impor-tance of planning and practicing a home escape plan that everyone knows. Children practice fire drills in school at least four times each year. Families should also have home fire drills so they can practice their home escape plans, according to State Fire Marshal Peter J. Ostroskey. A home escape plan includes two ways out of every room, which could be a window or door, a route to exits, and a meeting place outside and away from the house.

When creating a home escape plan, it’s a great time to check that all smoke alarms are working. Smoke alarms last about 10 years, and should be tested monthly. Alkaline bat-teries should be replaced at least once a year, preferably at the end of Daylight Saving Time.

Taking a proactive stance, the Chicopee Rotary Club is donating $3,500 to the Chi-copee Fire Department’s fire alarm program, which allows fire detector inspections and in-stallation for elderly residents in the city who qualify and request the service.

The Department of Fire Services offers these tips on creating a home escape plan:

• Have a family planning session. Draw a map of your home, identifying two ways out of every room. Include the routes out of each room.

• Teach the route and meeting place to everyone.

• Practice. Hold a fire drill during the day and one at night.

• Make sure your house number is visi-ble from the road so the fire department can locate your home.

Escape plans are not just for families; businesses should also review emergency plans and evacuation routes with employees during Fire Prevention Week. With so little time to leave a building in a fire, preparation and practice is the best way to remember the plan.

“And once out, stay out,” Ostroskey says. “Never go back into the home or work-place even if it looks safe. Things can be re-placed. You cannot be replaced.”

For additional information and a chart to use to create a home escape plan visit www.mass.gov/dfs and type in “home escape plans” in the search bar.

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THE CHICOPEE COUNCIL ON AGING is offering a new “Cardio Mix” class on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5:30-6:15 p.m. at RiverMills Cen-ter, 5 West Main St. The class is offered as part of the center’s extended evening hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The center will be open from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. on those two week days.

CRAFTERS WANTED for an up-coming craft fair at AMVETS Post 12, 754 Montgomery St., Chicopee, on Satur-day, Oct. 14. Cost is $25 a table. Contact Shirley at 536-1457 or 627-3814.

THE TWICE BLESSED BARGAIN SHOP at Faith United Methodist Church, Montcalm Street, Chicopee, is open every Thursday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

CHICOPEE LINDY AND BLUES TUESDAYS 7-10 p.m. Weekly swing and blues dance. Beginner lesson at 7 p.m. So-cial dancing 8-10 p.m. Held in the com-munity hall (back entrance) of Christ’s Community Church, 103 Springfield St. More information at www.meetup.com/Chicopee-Lindy-and-Blues.

THE GREATER CHICOPEE AREA COMMUNITY CONCERT BAND is seeking members. There are no auditions to join the band, but prospective members should be able to read music and own a concert band instrument (flute, clarinet, etc.). There are no fees to join. The band meets Wednesday evenings from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the Chicopee Comprehensive High School band room. Please visit our Facebook page (www.facebook.com/Chi-copeeAreaBand) to learn more.

SHARE YOUR SIGHT. Volunteer to read, shop or walk with a blind or vi-sion impaired person in your community.

Call the Massachusetts Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired at 1-888-613-2777 for details.

SAVE THE DATE

SATURDAY, OCT. 14

41st ANNUAL ST. STANISLAUS PARISH BAZAAR on Saturday, Oct. 14, from 12-8 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 15, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the Parish Center, 534 Front St. Polish-American kitchen, mu-sic, games, raffles, handmade items and Christmas gift shop. Parking and admis-sion are free.

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 25

A SPAGHETTI SUPPER to bene-fit the Sisters of St. Joseph will be held Wednesday, Oct. 25, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at the Castle of Knights, 1599 Me-morial Drive, Chicopee. The Knights of Columbus Council 4044 is hosting the dinner, which will include spaghetti and meat sauce, salad, roll, coffee, tea and desserts. Tickets are $10 and may be pur-chased at the door or by contacting Mar-ty Kearney at 552-0569 or Sister Eleanor Harrington at 413-536-0853, ext. 223, or [email protected].

SATURDAY, OCT. 28

OREGON SPORTSMEN’S CLUB, 610 Lombard Road, Chicopee, will hold a Trunk-or-Treat Halloween celebration on Saturday, Oct. 28, from 2-6 p.m. Car set up starts at 1 p.m. Kids are invited to wear costumes and trick-or-treat in a fun, safe environment while viewing decorat-ed cars and trucks in our field. Play some Halloween games and enter the costume contest. Non-member children 12 and un-der are $5; member children 12 and un-der are free. Kids will receive a hot dog or hamburger with chips and a drink. For more information or to reserve a spot for your decorated vehicle, contact Marla Rusciano at 413-534-2353.

SUNDAY, OCT. 29

CHILDREN’S HALLOWEEN PAR-TY at the Chicopee Lodge of Elks on Sunday, Oct. 29, from 1-3 p.m. This is

a free event for children 12 and under, friends, family and the community. Ac-tivities, music and treats. Please email [email protected].

FOXWOODS BINGO FUNDRAIS-ER FOR HURRICANE RELIEF on Sun-day, Oct. 29, to raise money for the Hur-ricane Harvey Relief Fund. Bus leaves Chicopee Home Depot at 8 a.m. and returns at 5 p.m. Cost is 45 per person, which includes free buffet voucher and slot play loaded to your card. We will also be holding a raffle on the bus. Seats are limited. Contact Christine Caron at 413-219-2733.

THE POLISH JUNIOR LEAGUE of Massachusetts, Inc., is sponsoring its annual Scholarship Fashion Show on Sunday, Oct. 29, at the Castle of Knights Meeting & Banquet House, 1599 Me-morial Drive, Chicopee. Fashions will be provided by The Little Black Dress of Enfield. The event begins with cock-tails at 12 p.m. followed by the luncheon and show at 12:30 p.m. Tickets are $32 and include a choice of three entrees. Proceeds support scholarship awards for college students of Polish heritage. For

information and tickets, call Kathy at 413-658-5218 by Oct. 11.

WEDNESDAY, NOV. 22

THIRD ANNUAL CCHS ALUM-NI FOOTBALL GAME on Wednesday, Nov. 22, at Chicopee Comp football field. Game time is 6 p.m. Entry fee is $75 pp. For more information, contact John Grif-fin at [email protected].

REUNIONS

CHICOPEE COMPREHENSIVE HIGH SCHOOL class of 1971 is having its 46th class reunion on Saturday, Nov. 25, at the Hu Ke Lau Restaurant in Chi-copee. Class members should contact Anita (Charette) Ruby at 413-331-0823 or Gail (Delongchamp) Carrier at 413-250-3113.

HOLYOKE HIGH SCHOOL class of 1977 will hold its 40th reunion on Nov. 4. For information, send email to [email protected].

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The CHS cheer team gathers at the carousel. The Comp cheer team takes its turn on the merry-go-round.

Deputy Fire Chief David Beauregard marches proudly.

The 2017 Colleen and her Court ride on a parade float.

2017 Colleen Finn Murray is all smiles.

Officer Mark Canty waves from his bicycle.

Fire Chief Dean Desmarais and members of the Fire De-partment greet the crowd.

Police Chief William Jebb and members of the Chicopee Police Depart ment make their way along the parade route.

From the left, Mayor Richard J. Kos, City Council Vice Pres-ident Shane Brooks and City Council President John Vieau bottle feed the two baby camels at “Camel Kingdom.”

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REGION – So which river is your local river? The Swift, Ware, Quabo-ag, or Chicopee? The Chicopee 4Rivers Watershed Council (C4R) invites you to come to our annual summit gathering to discover the gems our local rivers are and what we can do to care for and enjoy them. C4R has been building up steam as a voice for our local rivers, but we need more local folks to get involved and help. The Summit will tell you how.

Andy Fisk from the Connecticut Riv-er Conservancy will be a guest speaker and share on CRC’s recent revisioning ef-

forts and how local partners are important in river stewardship. Kristen Sykes from AMC will talk about how paddling trails are a great way for people to know a river. The C4R team will detail our 2017 efforts and lay out a vision for moving into 2018 and beyond. C4R needs more local folks to keep moving ahead Join us Sunday, Nov. 12, at 1 p.m. at the Palmer Histori-cal Cultural Center, 2072 Main St., Three Rivers. Feel free to contact us [email protected] or P.O. Box 126, Three Rivers, MA 01080.

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Electric Light’s

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DAYFrom the left, Dylan Froebel, 8, Jessica Dawn, Maycen Remillard, 4, Dawn Mattoon and Zeke Mattoon enjoy the festivities.

Tyler Janice, 7, sits in a police car for the first

time.

Buddy Bright, Chicopee

Electric Light’s mascot, delights

the crowd.

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VOLLEYBALL

Colts swept away by Falcons

By Nate RosenthalSports Correspondent

WILBRAHAM - The vol-leyball matchup between Min-nechaug and Chicopee Com-prehensive this week was one of two teams going in opposite directions. The Falcons won in straight sets, the closest of which was the third, by seven points. That was their third straight win and they would make it four to end the week. The Colts, who had won their first game of the season after six straight losses. fell hard in this one and then lost another to end their week.

Minnechaug is 7-3 on the season, with all three losses coming in 3-2 tiebreaker match-es. After winning their first two of the season, they had a bit of a lull, losing three of four before this latest four game win streak. Comp has struggled throughout. They lost their third match of the season to Ludlow, 3-2 and then continued a downward spiral to 0-6, before they were able to beat Taconic, 3-0. Minnechaug proved to be too much for them. The sores were 25-13, 25-8 and 25-18. The match was over in a little more than an hour.

In the first set, the colts hung in there at the beginning, trailing by four at 12-8. With Minnechaug taking nine of the next 11 points, they opened up a double-digit lead and kept it there for a 25-13 victory. The second set got out of hand quickly. The Colts scored first, were tied at 1-1, then down 3-1 and 3-2. After that, it was all Minnechaug. That went to 9-2 and then 16-4. From there it went to 22-6 and finally 25-8. In the finale, the Colts came back from an early 3-0 deficit by scor-ing four straight. Minnechaug answered with six, but the Colts stayed with them and tied it up at 12-12. The next run of four put some space between the teams and the Falcons maintained a three to six-point lead, before finally putting it away at the end for a 25-18 win.

The first points came as a result of a number of unforced errors. Minnechaug led 1-0, then were tied. They scored two more a for 3-1 lead and Comp got one back at 3-2. With So-phia Noel serving, the Min-nechaug lead went to 7-2. Three

BOYS SOCCER

Orioles shutout Pacers

CHICOPEE – The Chicopee High School boys soccer team was defeated 3-0 last Tuesday afternoon against visiting Belchertown. Belchertown scored twice in the first half to pace themselves to the win. Samuel Fournier and Aidan Gilhooly combined for five saves in the defeat. The Pacers are continuing to stay in the playoff hunt at 5-6 this season.

Sam Fournier makes a great save in the first half against the Orioles.

Noah Melendez tries to work away from

the sideline.

Photos by David Henry www.sweetdogphotos.com

Pedro Duarte

sends a pass to his left.

Musa Jiana sweeps the ball up the field.

Brennan Dort attempts to clear away the ball on

defense.

BOYS SOCCER

By Nate RosenthalSports Correspondent

CHICOPEE - Goals have been hard to come by for both the Chicopee Comprehensive and Southwick boys soccer teams. The difference is that the Rams also do not let in many goals, while the Colts have not got that kind of defense. That is the formula for a 1-0 game, one which was scoreless until the 65th minute. Southwick got the only goal of the game with just

over 16 minutes to play and they made it stand up.

But for the fine goaltend-ing of Christian San Miguel, the Rams might have had three or four more goals. He was pep-pered with shots in both halves. While he needed to make only three saves in the first forty min-utes, he had to move around as Southwick was in on him with regularity. In the second half, he stopped seven of the eight shots on goal and was con-stantly on guard. By contrast,

Kyle DeMaio needed to make just twos tops, one in each half and the one in the second half came with less than ten min-utes to play. In addition to the two shots on goal, the Colts had three others the entire game.

Interestingly, one of those shots came in the second min-ute by Bryan Atimbo from 15 yards. It was wide left. The Rams got their first shot in the fourth minute by Nicholas Brown from 12 yards and it was wide left. While it would

be another 17 minutes between shots by Comp, the Rams kept Sam Miguel busy. There was a corner kick in the sixth and the first shot on goal by Southwick in the seventh by Austin Davis from ten. In the ninth, Nicho-las Doyle was wide right from 12 yards and following that was a corner kick. In the 10th came another corner kick on which San Miguel had to make a save. Seconds later Matthew

Offense continues to struggle in Colts loss to Rams

See COLTS page 5 See SOCCER page 5


SPORTSTHE WEEK AHEAD LAST WEEK’S SCORES

MONDAY, OCT. 2Boys Soccer

Chicopee 3, Pope Francis 2Southwick 1, Chicopee Comprehensive 0

Golf Chicopee Comprehensive 23.5, Southwick 0.5

Girls VolleyballAthol 3, Chicopee 2

TUESDAY, OCT. 3Boys Soccer

Belchertown 3, Chicopee 0Girls Soccer

Ludlow 3, Chicopee 1Chicopee Compe 2, E. Longmeadow 0

GolfChicopee 19.5, Holyoke 4.5

Chicopee Comprehensive 23, South Hadley 1Girls Volleyball

Chicopee Comprehensive 3, Taconic 0Boys Cross Country

Northampton 19, Chicopee Comprehensive 45Belchertown 24, Chicopee Comprehensive 31

Girls Cross CountryNorthampton 19, Chicopee Comprehensive 42Belchertown 24, Chicopee Comprehensive 34

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 4Boys Soccer

Central 2, Chicopee Comprehensive 0Golf

Southwick 24, Chicopee 0Chicopee Comprehensive 22, Frontier 2

Girls VolleyballMinnechaug 3, Chicopee Comprehensive 0

Boys Cross CountryMinnechaug 15, Chicopee 50

Chicopee 25, East Longmeadow 30Girls Cross Country

Minnechaug 17, Chicopee 46Chicopee 28, East Longmeadow 29

THURSDAY, OCT. 5Girls Soccer

Chicopee 4, Holyoke 0Golf

Chicopee 20.5, Palmer 3.5Girls Volleyball

East Longmeadow 3, Chicopee Comprehensive 2

FRIDAY, OCT. 6Football

Chicopee Comprehensive 20, Westfield 8Boys Soccer

Southwick 1, Chicopee 0Hampshire 2, Chicopee Comprehensive 0

Girls SoccerChicopee Comprehensive 1, Belchertown 0

Girls VolleyballAgawam 3, Chicopee 1

SATURDAY, OCT. 7Football

Chicopee 7, Pittsfield 0

Chicopee High SchoolFootball

Friday, Oct. 13 Home Hoosac 7 p.m.Boys Soccer

Thursday, Oct. 12 Away Central 4 p.m.Monday, Oct. 16 Away Chicopee Comp. 7:30 p.m.Wednesday, Oct. 18 Home Northampton 6 p.m.

Girls SoccerFriday, Oct. 13 Away Minnechaug 4 p.m.Tuesday, Oct. 17 Away Agawam 7 p.m.

Girls VolleyballThursday, Oct. 12 Home Ludlow 5 p.m.Friday, Oct. 13 Away Sabis 5 p.m.Monday, Oct. 16 Home Greenfield 5 p.m.Wednesday, Oct. 18 Home Turners Falls 5 p.m.

GolfTuesday, Oct. 17 Home Frontier 3 p.m.

Cross CountryTuesday, Oct. 17 Away Amherst 3:45 p.m.

Chicopee ComprehensiveHigh School

FootballFriday, Oct. 13 Away Longmeadow 7 p.m.

Boys SoccerThursday, Oct. 12 Home Holyoke 7 p.m.Monday, Oct. 16 Home Chicopee 7:30 p.m.Wednesday, Oct. 18 Away Central 6 p.m.

Girls SoccerSaturday, Oct. 14 Home Pittsfield 11 a.m.Tuesday, Oct. 17 Home Longmeadow 7 p.m.

Girls VolleyballFriday, Oct. 13 Away Ludlow 5 p.m.Tuesday, Oct. 17 Home Agawam 6 p.m.

GolfThursday, Oct. 12 Home East Longmeadow 3 p.m.Wednesday, Oct. 18 Home Hampshire 3 p.m.

Cross CountryTuesday, Oct. 17 Away Tri Meet (at Westfield) 3:45 p.m.

Colts’ point brought it back to two, but Julia Noel served them to 11-5. After a Sara Authier ace, Comp was still down 12-8 and Minnechaug would score the next five. Aimee Joliceur had an ace in the run that got the score to 17-8. On their next posses-sion, the Falcons got kills by Meg Giordano and Saida Gamidova to go up 21-10. The teams traded points and Minnechaug had the 12-point win.

In the second set, the Colts drew first

blood, but the Falcons quickly tied it up. A Julia Noel kill and an out of bounds return of the serve by sister Sophia, made it 3-1. Comp got it back on a long serve, but 3-2 would be as close as they would get. Julia Noel served back to back aces in this six-point run and it was 9-2. Comp scored two of the next three, but Meg Giordano began the next Falcon run with a kill. Then she served five more, including two aces. Now the score was 16-4. Comp got two back, but the next Minnechaug server, Nicole Kagan

would be behind the line for five more. She had two aces and Gamidova had a kill. Now it was 22-6. Comp got two in a row, includ-ing an ace by Maddie Stefanelli, but the Fal-cons closed it out for a 25-8 win.

Minnechaug jumped out 3-0, with Aleksei Mendrala getting an ace. Comp came back to tie and then take the lead on an Anna Korman kill. Minnechaug got the lead right back and two kills by Julia Morai-tis made it 9-4. The Colts got back to two with aces by Iris Correa. They soon tied it at

12-12 after an ace by Maddie Montemagni and a none return of a serve. They never got the lead. Following a long serve, giving the lead back to Minnechaug, Kagan aced, Joli-ceur tipped, Gamidova blocked. The result was a 15-12 Minnechaug lead. Jenna Ro-billard, with a kill, got one back to make it 16-13, but Minnechaug doubled the margin on a Mendrala ace. With the score 19-13, Minnechaug was content to trade points and the set ended at 25-18, giving Minnechaug the sweep.

Allen was wide left from 10 yards. It was Brown from 15, wide left in the 13th and another corner kick in the 14th. A minute later, Kacper Kisala was short with one from 20 yards. Doyle put one on goal in the 19th from 10 and San Miguel made the save.

The Colts cleared the ball and got a breakaway Marcel Chavez got off a shot from 12 and it was on DeMaio in a hurry. He made the stop. In the 24th, James-on Secovich shot one over the goal from ten yards and a minute after that, Demba

Taal was wide right from 10 for Comp. The last shot of the half came in the 29th minute, a 15 yarder by Davis that drifted to the left.

The second half followed much of the same pattern, with Comp struggling to get off a shot. The Rams did get off their shots and all but three were on goal. One went in. In the second minute, Allen was stopped by San Miguel from eight and in the third, Timothy McGrath was wide right from 15. Two minutes later, Secovich was wide left from 5.

The first Comp shot came in the sev-

enth minute as Caleb Paquette got one off from 12 yards away. His shot went wide and to the left. San Miguel had to make three saves in the 10th, 13th and 16th minutes. The first came on a throw in and the other two were off the foot of Cade Billings from 15 yards each. In the 24th minute Billings would again get off a shot, this time from 18 yards and it would go over the goal. Seconds after the Billings shot, Doyle was on goal from 15.

That last shot led to a corner kick. On the kick by Brown, McGrath got up high and headed it past San Miguel for

what would be the game’s only goal. The goal was scored with 16:39 left on the clock.

Billings put one on San Miguel in the 29th minute from 5 yards, while Atimbo got Comp’s only second half shot on goal from ten. DeMaio came out to greet Atimbo and made the play. San Miguel made one more save in the 39th minute, an 8 yarder by Doyle.

The Colts fell to 0-6-2 with two more losses. They are 0-3 in the Moriarty. Comp has been shut out five times now.

PACERS SPLIT TRI-MEETCHICOPEE – The Chi-

copee High School cross country teams split a tri-meet at home last Tuesday after-noon. Both Pacers teams lost to Minnechaug, but defeated East Longmeadow in their re-spective meets.

Mike Baran was the top finisher for the Chicopee boys cross coun-try team.

Ana Figueroa was the second finisher in the girls meet.

The Pacers’ Ashley Chimelis came in third

for Chicopee High.

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SOCCER from page 1


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CHICOPEE – The following is the Youth Ser-vices program list for the Chicopee Public Library, 449 Front St. For more information or to register for programs, call 594-1800, ext. 4.

Monday, Oct. 16Registration for “Little Ones” and “Terrific

Twos.”

Chess Club. Instruction and free play. Ages 10 and up. 3 p.m.

Wednesday, Oct. 18Harry Potter Night. Children 5 and up are ac-

cepted to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wiz-ardry. Dress up as your favorite Harry Potter char-acter. Crafts, games, refreshments and more. 6 p.m.

Thursday, Oct. 19Halloween Pajama Storytime. Wear your PJ’s,

listen to stories, sing songs and make a craft. Ages 3+. 6:30 p.m.

PROGRAMS FOR TEENS

Anime and Fandom Club. Jutsu Time. Every-thing Naruto! Discuss the show with other fans and then test your own ninja knowledge. 3-4:30 p.m.

PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS

ROOTSMAGIC CLASSThursday, Oct. 12. 6-8 p.m.

Learn to use the RootsMagic Genealogy soft-ware with Genealogist Hillary Schau. In the com-puter lab. Limited to 10 participants. Contact: Chuck Abel at 594-1800 x3 or [email protected].

CHICOPEE BOOK DISCUSSION GROUPMeets the second Thursday of each month from

September till May. We read all types of books: fic-tion, non-fiction, poetry and biographies. You are invited to join us for a night of lively discussion. Contact: Barbara Pronovost at 594-1800, x107, or [email protected].

PUBLIC SAFETY

CHICOPEE – Mayor Richard J. Kos announced the swearing-in of new police Lieutenant Richard Henry and police Sergeant Edward Hitchcock during a cere-mony at City Hall last Friday.

“I am pleased that we will continue to maintain the level and quality of leadership in public safety in the city of Chicopee as both appointees placed at the top of their respective civil service lists,” said Mayor Kos.

“I thank the mayor and the City Council for their continued support. I also would like to thank the fam-ilies for their support through this time consuming and difficult process,” said Police Chief William Jebb. “Both are valuable assets to the department, ranking at the top of their lists, and I wish them well with their continued success.”

Henry has been with the Chicopee Police Depart-ment since 1996. He earned his master’s degree in Crim-inal Justice from Anna Maria College in 2000. He is also a member of the Chicopee Police Department Special Response Team, and will move to the Detective Bureau from the Narcotics Unit.

Hitchcock has been with the Chicopee Police Department since 2003, previously serving with the Springfield Police Department. He earned his master’s degree in Criminal Justice from Springfield College in 2000. He also serves as a staff instructor for the Western Massachusetts Regional Police Academy.


City Clerk Keith W. Rattell swears in new police Lt. Richard Henry, above, and new police Sgt. Edward Hitchcock as Police Chief William Jebb and Mayor Richard J. Kos look on.

City swears-in new police lieutenant, sergeant

ARREST LOGSEditor’s Note: The Chicopee Police made 11 arrests during the week of Oct. 2-8. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven

guilty in a court of law. All information is provided by the Chicopee Police Department.

Monday, Oct. 24:39 p.m.

Location/Address: [01 53] RIVERBEND MEDICAL GROUP - 444 MONTGOMERY ST

Arrest: COLLAZO, DAVIDAddress: PO BOX 90151 SPRINGFIELD, MA

Age: 32Charges: WMS WARRANT

6:13 p.m.Location/Address: 12 CHAPMAN ST Apt.

#A9Arrest: CRAMER, REGINALD LEON

Address: 12 CHAPMAN ST Apt. #9 CHICOP-EE, MAAge: 33

Charges: WMS WARRANT

Tuesday, Oct. 35:18 p.m.

Location/Address: [01 529] ARNOLDS MEAT - 307 GRATTAN ST

Arrest: ANDERSON, AKEEMAddress: 74 KENYON ST SPRINGFIELD, MA

Age: 21Charges: ASSAULT TO ROB, UNARMED

Juvenile ArrestAge: 17

Charges: ASSAULT TO ROB, UNARMEDArrest: DAVIDSON, DONTE M

Address: 72 SYCAMORE ST SPRINGFIELD, MA

Age: 18Charges: FIREARM, CARRY WITHOUT

LICENSEAMMUNITION WITHOUT FID, POSSESS

ASSAULT TO ROB, UNARMED

Arrest: ALEXANDER, MICHAEL TAddress: 26 BENTON ST SPRINGFIELD, MA

Age: 18Charges: ASSAULT TO ROB, UNARMED

2139Location/Address: 78 FRONT ST Apt. #3L

Arrest: MELENDEZ-PONCE, LORAINE MARIE

Address: 75 FRONT ST Apt. #3L CHICOPEE, MA


Wednesday, Oct. 42:13 p.m.

Location/Address: [01 838] CHICOPEE ACADEMY @SELSER 6-12 - 12 DARE WAY

Juvenile ArrestAge: 16

Charges: SCHOOL, DISTURB

7:51 p.m.Location/Address: 15 DONLYN DR

Arrest: LAYTE, PAUL AAddress: 15 DONLYN DR CHICOPEE, MA


9:21 p.m.Location/Address: 51 DWIGHT ST Apt. #1

Arrest: DAVILA, AGAPITOAddress: 119 ALDEN ST SPRINGFIELD, MA


WMS WARRANTFUGITIVE FROM JUSTICE ON COURT

WARRANTFALSE NAME/SSN, ARRESTEE FURNISH

DISORDERLY CONDUCT

Thursday, Oct. 52:34 p.m.

Location/Address: [01 39] MAC ARTHUR TERRACE APARTMENTS - 70 BROADWAY

Apt. #188Arrest: VAZQUEZ, NATASHA S

Address: FLORIDA ST SPRINGFIELD, MAAge: 23

Charges: WMS WARRANT1953

Location/Address: 110 CHURCH STArrest: BURGESS, THOMAS EDWARDAddress: HOMELESS HOMELESS, MA


Friday, Oct. 64:37 p.m.

Location/Address: [01 1386] WENDY’S RESTAURUANT - 786 MEMORIAL DR

Arrest: VOISINE, DYLANAddress: 15 KING RD Apt. #A KINGS

MOUNTAIN, NCAge: 25

Charges: WMS WARRANT


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ACE CHIMNEY SWEEPS Clean-ings, inspections, repairs, caps, liners, waterproofing, rebuilds. Gutterbrush installations. Local family owned some 1986. HIC #118355. Fully insured. (413)547-8500

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BILODEAU AND SON ROOFING. Established 1976. New re-roofs and repairs. Gutter cleanings and repairs. Licensed/ insured. Call (413)967-6679

BOB ROBILLARD’S ODD JOB SERVICE Rubbish removal, attics, cellars, garages cleaned. Light moving. Gutters Cleaned. Call someone you know (413)537-5090

BULK TRASH REMOVAL, clea-nouts, 10% discount with this ad. Free Est. (413)596-7286

CHAIR SEAT WEAVING & refinishing - cane, fiber rush & splint - Classroom in-structor, 20+ years experience. Call Walt at (413)267-9680 for estimate.

DRIVEWAYS, OIL AND STONE, durable but inexpensive. Choice of col-ors, also driveway repair and trucking available. Fill/ Loam/ Gravel. Call J. Fil-lion Liquid Asphalt (413)668-6192.

DRYWALL AND CEILINGS, plas-ter repair. Drywall hanging. Taping & complete finishing. All ceiling textures. Fully insured. Jason at Great Walls. (413)563-0487

PAINT AND PAPER Over 25 years experience. References. Lic #086220. Please call Kevin 978-355-6864.

PLUMBER - LICENSED AND experienced. Fair prices, No trav-el charge. Lic. #19243. Call Ron (413)323-5897, (413)345-1602.

WATER DAMAGE, DRYWALL, ceil-ing repair, complete finishing job. Fully insured. Call Ray (413)348-9832

WE RENOVATE, SELL & PUR-CHASE (any condition) horse drawn vehicles such as sleighs, carriages, surreys, wagons, dr’s buggies, drive-able or lawn ornaments. Some fur-niture and other restoration services available. Reasonable prices. Quality workmanship. Call (413)213-0373 for estimate and information.

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APPLIANCESCOLEMAN APPLIANCE SERVICE Servicing all makes and models of washers, dryers, refrigerators, stoves, dishwashers, air conditioners. Also dry-er vent cleaning. (413)536-0034

CHILD SERVICES*NEW STATE LAW. Anyone adver-tising caring of children must list a li-cense number to do so if they offer this service in their own home.

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

ELECTRICIANBILL CAMERLIN- ADDITIONS, service changes, small jobs for home-owners, fire alarms. Fast, dependable, reasonable rates. Insured, free esti-mates E280333. 24 hour emergency service. (413)427-5862

DEPENDABLE ELECTRICIAN, FRIENDLY service, installs deicing cables. Free estimates. Fully insured. Scott Winters electrician Lic. #13514-B Call (413)244-7096.

JAMES FERRIS: LICENSE #E16303 Free estimates. Senior Dis-counts. Insured. 40 years experience. No job too small. Cell (413)330-3682

FINANCESELL YOUR STRUCTURED SET-TLEMENT or annuity payments for cash now. You don’t have to wait for your future payments any longer! Call 1-800-938-8092

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MENARD GARAGE DOORS Au-thorized Raynor dealer specializing in the best quality and selection of insu-lated garage doors. Sales, Installation, service and repairs of residential and commercial garage doors and open-ers. Fully insured. Free estimates. Call (413)289-6550, (413)626-1978 or www.menardgaragedoors.com

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Complete carpentry, drywalland painting services.

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Kitchens, baths, finishedbasements and more!

Joe’s GC License #CS093368(413)219-6951

ACOMASONRY, HEATING &

AIR CONDITIONINGAll types of masonry work.

Chimney repair, tile work, stucco,stone, brick, block, concrete,

flat work, pavers, retaining walls.Heating & Air Conditioning

Service & InstallationFurnaces, Sheet Metal

Power WashingLicensed & Insured

Commercial & ResidentialFree Estimates

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C-D HOME IMPROVEMENT. 1 Call for all your needs. Windows, sid-ing, roofs, additions, decks, baths, hardwood floors, painting. All work 100% guaranteed. Licensed and in-sured. Call Bob (413)596-8807 Cell CS Lic. #97110, HIC Lic #162905

CERAMIC TILE INSTALLATION Kitchen, bath, foyers. Referenc-es. Lic #086220. Please call Kevin (978)355-6864.

DELREO HOME IMPROVEMENT for all your exterior home improve-ment needs. ROOFING, SIDING, WINDOWS, DOORS, DECKS & GUT-TERS. Extensive references available, Fully Licensed & Insured in MA. & CT. Call GARY DELCAMP @ 413-569-3733

DW HOME IMPROVEMENT paint-ing, Powerwashing. Clean-ups, Clean-outs. Carpentry, siding and handy man for hire. Fully insured. Free Estimates (413)283-6826.

GROUT CLEANING, SEALING, color sealing, re-grouting, re-caulking, individual tile replacement. Free esti-mates. (413)297-9861

HOME IMPROVEMENTS. RE-MODELING Kitchens, baths. Ceram-ic tile, windows, painting, wallpapering, textured ceilings, siding, additions. In-surance work. Fully insured. Free esti-mates. (413)246-2783 Ron.

WATER DAMAGE_CALL JAY (413)436-5782-

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AERATION, OVERSEEDING, TRIMMING Fall Clean-ups, Gut-ter cleaning. Senior Discount. Carl (413)221-2113

**ALL SEASON** Specializing in shrub trimming, pruning, design, deliv-eries, loader, backhoe, insured. Pro-fessional. Please call Bob (413)537-5789 (413)538-7954.

CHAMPAGNE LANDSCAPING Fall Clean-ups, curb side leaf pick-up, shrub trimming. Snow plowing/ remov-al available. Dan(413)682-4943

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New Lawn InstallationAeration/Overseeding

Fall Clean-upsSenior Citizen/ Veteran’s Discount

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FALL CLEAN-UPS, AERATION, mowing and trimming, leaf removal, tree trimming, snowblowing. Senior Discounts. Free Estimates Call or text 413-531-9471.

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MASONRYABC MASONRY & BASEMENT WATERPROOFING All brick, block, stone, concrete. Hatchway doors, basement windows, chimneys rebuilt & repaired, foundations repaired, base-ment waterproofing systems, sump pumps. BBB+ rating. Free estimates. Lic #14790. Call (413)569-1611, (413)374-5377

PAINTINGACTION PAINTING INERIOR specialist from ceilings to floors. No job too small. Neat, clean, profession-al. Over 30 yrs. experience. BOOK NOR FOR THE HOLIDAYS 4135376423

FORBES & SONS PAINTING & STAINING, LLC Interior, residential/ commercial, wallpaper removal. Com-plete wood, drywall, plaster services for all your home improvement needs. Owner operated since 1985. Free estimates. Insured. We accept all major credit cards. Please call (413)887-1987www.forbesandsonspainting.com

QUABBIN PAINTING Interior/Exte-rior Painting, repairs, house and deck powerwashing, deck staining, gutters cleaned. Prompt professional service. Fully insured. Call (413) 519-9952

RETIRED GUY WILL paint an aver-age size room for $200. Quality work. References available. Dave 413-323-6858.

PLUMBINGGREG LAFOUNTAIN PLUMBING & HEATING Lic #19196 Repairs & Replacement of fixtures, water heater installations, steam/HW boiler replace-ment. Kitchen & Bath remodeling. 30 years experience. Fully insured. $10 Gift Card With Work Performed. Call Greg (413)592-1505

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ROOFINGEXPERIENCED ROOFER WORKS alone, quality work, licensed. Best prices for sheds, garages, and ranches. (413)786-7924.

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. 40 years experience. Commercial, resi-dential. Insured. Shingles, single-ply systems. Tar/ gravel, slate repairs. 24 hour Emergency Repairs. (413)348-9568, (413)204-4841. (413)536-3279

TREE WORKATEKS TREE- Honest, quality tree service. From pruning to house lot clearing. Fully insured. Free estimates. Firewood sales. (413)687-3220

DL & G TREE SERVICE- Every-thing from tree pruning, tree removal, stump grinding, storm damage, lot clearing and brush chipping. Honest and Dependable. Fully insured. Now offering a Senior Citizen and Veteran discount. Call today for free estimate (413)478-4212

H & H TREE SERVICE Fully in-sured. 15 yrs experience climbing. Call for additional services. 413-668-6560 day or night.

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and van413-427-2699, 413-533-1010

DOGS- DOG WALKING and sit-ting service. Hampton and Hampshire counties. Will treat them as my own. Reasonable rates. Dawn 508-864-3495.

RETIRED RACINGGREYHOUNDS AVAILABLE

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HORSESBELCHERTOWN- BLACK OAK FARM Lean to ride. Fun, relaxed at-mosphere. Openings available ages 7 & up. No experience necessary. Spe-cializing in beginners. MA Licensed instructor. (413)530-8100

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 lo-cation at Orion Farm in South Hadley (413)532-9753 www.orionfarm.net

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 lo-cation at Orion Farm in South Hadley (413)532-9753 www.orionfarm.net

BASKETBALL OFFICIALS AND SCOREKEEPERS

Wilbraham Recreation Department looking for part time/seasonal officials (must know game rules and be able to run for long time), and scorekeepers (must pay attention); training provided; min age 14; games on weekends and some weekday nights in Wilbraham; between $8 and $10 per game; dead-line 10/20/2017; application on website at www.wilbraham-ma.gov. EOE

BELCHERTOWN- POPULAR RESTAURANT seeks a full time/part time line cook. Experience a must. Ad-vancement available. Flexible sched-ule/weekends required. Excellent pay/benefits. Submit resume to McCarthy’s Pub Attn:: Jan P.O. Box 1005 Belcher-town Ma 01007 or apply in person to 5 East Walnut Street.

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CAPTAIN FIREFIGHTER/PARAMEDIC

The Town of Southwick Fire Depart-ment - a progressive Fire Department located in Southern Western Massa-chusetts is accepting applications for a full time Captain - Firefighter/Paramed-ic. This is a working Captain position responding to fire and EMS calls in addition to the day to day operations of the fire department under the direc-tion of the Fire Chief. Requirements: HS diploma or equivalent, valid MA driver’s license, possess and maintain Massachusetts Paramedic certifica-tion. Candidate must have Firefighter I/II certification. A minimum of 5 years structural firefighting preferred. 911 Paramedic experience preferred. 3 + years in a fire service supervisory role preferred. ALS or EMS coordinators experience a plus. Consideration giv-en for balance of experience, service volume, and qualifications. Finalist will be required to complete a medical examination/drug screening, CORI, and extensive background check in-cluding psychological test, and other assessments as deemed necessary. Successful candidates shall also be responsible for passing the Common-wealth of Massachusetts fire physical abilities test (PAT). Employment will be contingent upon the results of these examinations, tests and screenings.Southwick Fire Department cur-rently works a 12 hr./ 4 on 4 off schedule. Salary range $61,500 – $69,800 based on 42 hour weekThe Town of Southwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please submit a resume cover letter and application by October 30th to Southwick Fire Department, Chief Russ Anderson, 15 Depot Street Southwick MA 01077

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

SENIOR ENGINEERING AIDE (E-2)

The Town of Ludlow seeks a self-mo-tivated candidate for a temporary/ in-tern position within the Department of Public Works to support the Engineer-ing Division. The candidate will have a background in municipal engineering and knowledge of engineering princi-pals and practices. Experience in sur-veying, construction, GIS Technology and CADD is desirable. The position is up to 19 hours per week. Please send resume to Town of Ludlow, Human Re-sources, 488 Chapin Street, Ludlow, MA 01056 by 4:00 PM October 27, 2017. AA/EOE

DRIVERS NEEDED ANA Truck-ing- A Western Mass based carrier is looking for long haul company drivers and lease to own. Come join our team. Immediate openings and lease trucks available. 413-267-0007

GYM SUPERVISOR Wilbraham Recreation Department looking for part time/ seasonal person to supervise the use of school gymna-siums by sports teams (Nov - March). In charge of building access & security, equipment set up and removal, some cleaning/ sweeping/ shoveling, reports vandalism/ trespassers/ safety issues;5-20 hrs/wk, Sat., Sun., some weekday eves, $11-13/hr; must be reliable, pass CORI & orientation program. Applica-tions online at www.wilbraham-ma.govand in Selectmen’s Office, 240 Springfield St., Wilbraham, MA 01095. Deadline 10/20/2017. EOE

MAINTENANCE MECHANIC 1/ Groundskeeper/ Custodian- Full-time, 40/ hrs. week To perform vari-ous maintenance tasks to buildings and grounds. Requires experience in carpentry, plumbing, electrical, paint-ing, yard maintenance and snow re-moval. Must have the ability to work independently and be self motivated. Required to be available for on call emergencies on a rotating basis. Valid MA driver’s license is require. Excellent benefits. Submit resume to Monson Housing Authority, 31 state St., Ste. 50, Monson, MA 01057 Attn: Mainte-nance Position. Reply by October 20, 2017. EOE

REAL ESTATE AGENTS WANT-ED- Full or part time for established lo-cal office. Call Patt at (413)478-4215

THE US POSTAL SERVICE is now hiring to fill the following temporary positions at the Spring-field NDC (located at 190 Fiber-loid St., Springfield, MA 01152) for the Holiday period of November 11, 2017 through January 5, 2018: Casual CEP (Mail Handlers) -

$15.00 per hour. Apply for these and other posi-tions on the US Postal Service web site usps.com/careersNew job vacancies are added to the website daily and are only posted for 5-7 days, so check frequently. Applicants must have an e-mail address. The USPS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

FOR RENT

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 know-ingly 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.

FURNISHED ROOM WITH BATH Private entrance, deck, lake amenities. All utilities included $550/ mo. 1st & last, references. 413-310-2816.

REAL ESTATE WANTED

A BEST CASH offer for any type of property, circumstance, condition or location. Ugly houses are OK. Fast closing. (413)244-2807

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. Email: [email protected] for more information.

HELP WANTEDHELP WANTED HELP WANTED REAL ESTATE REAL ESTATE

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.

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PUBLIC NOTICESCommonwealth of

MassachusettsThe Trial Court

Hampden Probate andFamily Court50 State Street

Springfield, MA 01103(413)748-7758

Docket No. HD14P0358EAEstate of:

Bernice F GrabiecDate of Death: 08/19/2004

CITATION ON PETITION FOR

ORDER OF COMPLETE SETTLEMENT

A Peti t ion for Order of Complete Settlement has been filed by Hyman G Darling of Springfield, MA requesting that the court enter a formal Decree of Complete Sett lement including the allowance of a final account, the allowance of a proposed distribution, a determination of heirs at law and other such relief as may be requested in the Petition.

You have the right to ob tain a copy of the Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. You have a right to ob ject to this proceeding. To do so, you or your attorney must file a writ-ten appearance and objection at this Court before: 10:00 a.m. on 11/03/2017.

This is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline by which you must file a written ap pearance and objection if you object to this proceeding. If you fail to file a timely written appear-ance and ob jection followed by an Af fidavit of Objections within thirty (30) days of the re turn date, action may be tak-en with out further notice to you.

WITNESS, Hon. Barbara M Hyland, First Justice of this Court.Date: October 3, 2017

Suzanne T. SeguinRegister of Probate

10/12/17

SALE OF MOTOR VEHICLES

UNDER G.L. c.255 Sec. 39ANotice is hereby given by

Interstate Towing, Inc. pursu-ant to the provisions of G.L. c. 255, section 39A, that on October 27, 2017 at Interstate Towing, Inc the following Motor Vehicles will be sold at private sale to satisfy our garage keeper’s lien thereon for storage, towing charges, care and expenses of notices and sale of said vehicles. 2008 FORD ESCAPE XLTVIN:1FMCU93Z08KC92969John Onell110 Elizabeth St.Feeding Hills, MA 010302015 ENCLOSED TRAILERVIN: 53nbe1623g1037738Sapphire Valley Farm & Maple LLC749 Vermont Route 7AShaftsbury, VT 052621998 LINCOLN TOWN CAR SIGNATUREVIN:1LNFM82W7WY725924Julio Eliza709 Prospect St.Chicopee, MA 010202000 BUICK REGAL LSVIN: G4WB52K8Y1179383Carol Dana62 Walnut St. Apt. 2LChicopee, MA 01020HUFFY BIKEVIN: NO VINIssac Torres1165 Grattan St.Chicopee, Ma 01020MOPEDVIN: BD1P39QVB21060151Norman Pagan462 Liberty St.Springfield, Ma 011041989 CADILLAC DEVILLEVIN: 1G6CD5159K4361086Ronald Lempke294 Britton St.Chicopee, Ma 01020

1992 HONDA ACCORD LXVIN:1HGCB7656NA062024Adolphus Lewis9602 37th St.Coral Springs, Fl 330651995 GMC JIMMYVIN:GKDT13W9SK534771Melissa Ewing164 Prospect St.Chester, Ma 010111982 KAWASAKI KZ750-M VIN:KAKZDM19CA000211Fernand Daviau275 Britton St. 1st FloorChicopee, Ma 010201995 ACURA INTEGRA LSVIN:JH4DC4355SS000377Andrew Pinette 53 Adrian Ave.West Springfield, Ma 010891998 NISSAN ALTIMAVIN:N4DL01DXWC149278Xavier Cortez367A Dale St.Chicopee, Ma 010201999 HONDA ACCORD EXVIN:1HGCG5550XA006946Irma Rivera81 Leary Dr.Holyoke, Ma 010401999 NISSAN ALTIMAVIN:N4DL01DXXC239063Orlando Pizarro91 Lyndale St. 1st FloorSpringfield, Ma 011081998 TOYOTA AVALONVIN:T1BF18B8WU240803Sabrina Irwin30 Maple St. 1st FloorWestfield, Ma 010851999 FORD TAURUS SEVIN:1FAFP53S4XA190413Wayne Woods126 Union St.Westfield, Ma 010851999 SATURN SC1VIN: 1G8ZP1287XZ267177Lewis Gilpin170 Hampshire St. Apt 1Holyoke, Ma 010401999 VOLKSWAGEN NEW BETTLEVIN: WCC21C4XM434774

Jose Davila36 Peloquin Dr.Chicopee, Ma 010132000 CHEVROLET S10VIN:GCDT19W5Y8242690Matthew Houle81 Buttonwoods Rd.Wyoming, RI 028982000 FORD FOCUS LXVIN:1FAFP33P9YW382396Dawn Pelletier748 Grattan St. FL 3Chicopee, Ma 010202000 HONDA CIVICVIN:2HGEJ6616YH578215Elma Bernumba86 Calhoun St.Springfield, Ma 011072001 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN SPORTVIN:2B4GP44G61R170845William Anthony Singleton167 Sidney Ave.West Hartford, Ct 061102001 FORD F-150VIN:1FTRX18L81NA09301John Rydzak13 Edward Dr.Holyoke, Ma 010402001 OLDSMOBILE AUTORA 4.0VIN:1G3GS64C014109178Antoinette Guidry35 Central St.Springfield, Ma 011052001 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GLSVIN:3VWSG29M31M068004Terry Beaupre123 Stedman St.Chicopee, Ma 010132002 HONDA ACCORD EXVIN:JHMCG66892C008736London Robinson114 Newbury St.Chicopee, Ma 010132002 HYUNDAI ELANTRA GLSVIN:KMHDN55D12U037996Shane Brooks80 Boileau Terr.Chicopee, Ma 010202002 MERCURY SABLEVIN:1MEFM50U32G644941

Samantha Gallant19 Lockhouse Rd.Westfield, Ma 010852002 TOYOTA AVALONVIN:4T1BF28B02U225714Kathleen Vega117 Nonotuck St.Holyoke, Ma 010402003 NISSIAN ALTIMAVIN:1N4BL11D93C290593Ernie Ruiz100 Mark Ln. UNIT 53Waterybury, Ct 067042003 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSEVIN:4A3AC44G33E143779Nicholas Lafayette9 Belmont St.Ludlow, Ma 010562004 CHEVROLET EXPRESS G2500VIN: 1GCGG25V441180366Normand Richard549 Russell Rd.Westfield, Ma 010852004 MITSUBISHI GALANT LSVIN:4A3AB56S44E066481Mariah Hernandez199 Allen Park Rd.Springfield, Ma 011012004 NISSAN MURANOVIN:JN8AZ08W24W333441Dawn Walters228 Neptune Dr.Groton, Ct 063402008 JEEP LIBERTY SPORTVIN:1J8GN28K28W286405Laura Brousseau287 Connecticut Ave.Springfield, Ma 011042010 NISSAN ROUGUEVIN:JN8AS5MV8AW136039Dominga Rivera144 Farnum Dr.Holyoke, Ma 010402012 HYUNDAI SONATAVIN:5NPEC4AB3CH311529Mialei Gomez14 Parshley Ave. 1ST FlChicopee, Ma 0101310/12, 10/19, 10/26/17

Commonwealth of Massachusetts

The Trial CourtProbate and Family Court

Hampden Division50 State Street

Springfield, MA 01103(413)748-8600

Docket No. HD17P1756EAEstate of: Mary Slate

Date of Death: February 9, 2000

INFORMAL PROBATE PUBLICATION NOTICE

To all persons interested in the above captioned est ate, by Petition of Petit i oner Richard Wojtowicz of Wells, ME

Richard Wojtowicz of Wells, ME

has been in fo rma l -ly appointed as the Personal Representative of the estate to serve without surety on the bond.

The estate is being ad min-istered under informal pro-cedure by the Persona l Representative under the Massachusetts Uniform Pro-bate Code without supervi-sion by the Court. Inven tory and accounts are not re quired to be filed with the Court, but interested parties are entitled to notice regarding the admin-istration from the Personal Repre sentative and can peti-tion the Court in any matter relating to the estate, includ-ing distribution of assets and expenses of administration. Inter ested parties are entitled to petition the Court to insti-tute formal proceedings and to obtain orders terminat-ing or restricting the powers of Personal Representatives appointed under informal pro-cedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, can be obtained from the Pet itioner.10/12/17


FACES & PLACESAGAWAM – Church members, fam-

ily and friends at Agawam Congregational Church are still collecting needed clean-up buckets filled with supplies and money supporting Church World Service in efforts

to assist hurricane victims. Church member Lauren Triggs, of Chicopee, who volun-teered to coordinate the collections at ACC said, “So many have lost so much that it is important for one human to help another hu-

man in need. It makes feel like I belong.” The eight Buckets of Blessings Aga-

wam Congregational has pledged are being filled with disinfectant, laundry detergent, trash bags, cleaning supplies, work gloves

and other much-need-ed items. Money is

also being collected to purchase supplies to fill the buckets. Only two weeks remain for collection of supplies before getting them to Church World Service. Agawam Congrega-tional is partnering with Feeding Hills Con-gregational Church in the program. Anyone who would like to participate may contact the church office at 786-7111 or e-mail [email protected].

TURLEY PUBLICATIONSSUBMITTED PHOTO

Pictured, from the left, is Janet Brown, director of children and family minis-tries at Agawam Congrega-tional Church, and church member Lauren Triggs, of Chicopee.

Chicopee resident coordinates Buckets of Blessings’ collection drive

Samet Ozturkgraduatesfrom Wentworth Institute of Technology

BOSTON – Samet Ozturk, of Chicopee, grad-uated from Wentworth Institute of Technology in Boston. The universi-ty held its summer com-mencement on Aug. 20.

HCC announcessummerterm dean’s list

HOLYOKE – Each semester Holyoke Com-munity College recogniz-es superior scholarship through the dean’s list. A student is placed on the dean’s list if his or her GPA is 3.2 or higher. The following Chicopee stu-dents earned dean’s list honors: Jennifer Lyn Bad-ershall, Allison Ashley Banville, Kali Carvide, Jo-anne F. Charland, Sofia R. Cincotta, Marissa Delisle, Pamela Gail Ewing, Bran-don Maleko, Tricia Mon-tagna, Kelsey Madison Prive, Destiny Rodriguez, Doreen Elizabeth Russell, Madison Olivia Slatcher and Ellen J. Wright.

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