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And then there were three… O’CONNOR, RITTER, PALIA ARE FINAL TOWN MANAGER CANDIDATES candidate had an open interview with selectmen two weeks ago. Board of Selectmen Chairman Timothy Hicks said he does not want to rush the process of selecting a town manager, however he does not anticipate the process to go beyond July. Jeffrey Ritter Brian “It’s more important that Charles O’Connor it be done well than quick,” selectmen Nicholas Hammond and he said. Doreen Goodrich visit the commuThe next step in the process is to nities of each candidate. From have a subcommittee consisting of

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AUBURN — The Board of Selectmen last week narrowed down the pool of town manager candidates to three. On Wednesday, June 2, the board chose Acting Town Manager Charles O’Connor, Ayer’s Acting Town Administrator Jeffrey Ritter and Vernon, N.J., Deputy Manager Brian Palia. Clinton, Iowa, City Administrator Gary Borden and Bourne Town Administrator Tom Guerrino have been eliminated. The decision was made after each

there, the candidates will meet with Auburn’s department heads. Candidates will also have one-on-one conversations with the board members in addition to another open interview with different questions. Hicks said he felt Palia was a good candidate for Palia the position because his answers were “direct, clear and to the point.” He said he felt Ritter had a deep understanding of the town and answered in detail.

The board was happy, Hicks said, that O’Connor was open to the residency requirement. Palia said he would definitely move to Auburn if selected and Ritter said he would ask for residency requirement to be waived for him since his children are in high school at his home in Medway. Hicks said he was pleased with all the candidates they had interviewed. “All five presented themselves well and were qualified,” he said. “It Turn To TOWN MANAGER, page A15

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AUBURN — A former Auburn High School teacher was showered with recognition Monday, June 7. Rebecca J. Colakathis, a former 30-year physical education teacher at Auburn High School, was honored by the School Committee for the high school’s softball field being named after her. Colakathis showed how grateful she was about the field carrying her name. “This is a very exciting experience for me,” she told the committee. “You are a class act.” Bonnie Grossman was the one to advocate for naming the field in honor of Colakathis. The process to name the field took a few months because the committee had to iron out their policy on the naming of fields. School faculty, family and friends of Colakathis filled the seats at the meeting to witness her recognition. Colakathis traveled from her current home in New Hampshire for the event. School Committee Chairman Lee Ann Gibree shared her thoughts about Colakathis with those present at the meeting and viewers at home. She noted that Colakathis started teaching physical education at the high school

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Auburn High and Bay Path students wrote the final chapter of their high school careers last week. Check out next week’s edition of the Auburn News for complete graduation coverage — photos, features and more!

Booster Club golf tourney seeks players BY TERESA A. FRANCO NEWS STAFF WRITER

If you’re a fan of high school sports and like to hit a few golf balls out on the links, then there is an event approaching that would compliment your tastes. The Auburn High School Booster Club is hosting its annual Golf Tournament Sunday, June 13, at the Heritage Country Club in Charlton. Check in for the event is 7 a.m. and tee time is 7:30 a.m. Golfers can enjoy a round of golf and a steak dinner for a price of $100. If you are not a golfer you can still donate. Attendees have the option of attending the steak dinner for $20. Booster Club President Lee Ann Gibree is orchestrating the event for the seventh year in a row. She said next year she will “hand over the torch” to someone else, since her youngest child graduated this year. Gibree stressed that everything raised from the tournament goes toward school sports. “All the profits go right back to the student athletes,” she said. “Everything we do is all for the kids.” The club is seeking out foursomes to play in addition to

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The write stuff AUBURN NATIVE PREPARES FOR FIRST BOOK RELEASE BY TERESA A. FRANCO NEWS STAFF WRITER

Writing a novel may take quite awhile for some writers, but it only took a couple months for Tracy Brusa to become an author. The Auburn native’s first book is due to hit bookshelves of several local bookstores by the end of this week. The book, entitled “I am Not Your Eve!” is a young adult thriller and the first of a series she began writing in March. She is currently working on the third book. Before putting pen to paper, Brusa was a fulltime mother. However, she said becoming an author has always been one of her dreams. “I’ve always had a passion for writing,” Brusa said. “It’s something I’ve always wanted to do in my life.” The series is about a 14-year-old girl named Rose, based on Brusa’s daughter Briana, who is strug-

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gling at home. When Rose goes for a walk one day, she is confronted by a beastlike character named Quench who forces her to go on killing sprees with him. He threatens to harm the girl’s family if she does not comply with his wishes. The story is based in Shrewsbury, where Brusa currently resides, and surrounding areas, as well as Kennebunk, Maine, where she and her family vacation. She said her hometown, Auburn, is also mentioned in the series. Brusa based Quench around a monster allegedly spotted in the 1800s called Spring Heeled Jack. Originally, she said she wanted to write something about the monster, but then decided to create another character with some of his qualities. Her youngest daughter, Heather, 10, is a fan of superheroes, Brusa said, so she gave Turn To BRUSA, page A15


Auburn native Tracy Brusa’s first novel is due to be released by the end of this week. The book is a young adult thriller.

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Project to keep Bay Path students busy BY RYAN GRANNAN-DOLL STONEBRIDGE PRESS STAFF WRITER

CHARLTON — Bay Path Regional Vocational Technical High School students have their hands full with several upcoming projects. Students, in the spring of next year, will start work on installing new siding on the Grange Hall on Main Street, which the Bay Path Regional Vocational School Committee approved Monday, June 7. Superintendent David Papagni said the students will start with the north face of the building, after having done the west face several years ago. Charlton Community Interest President Robert Blozie, whose group owns the building, requested the work. “We don’t do a lot of siding,” Papagni said. Another project will see students from the plumbing, electrical and cabinet making shops work on bathrooms of the St. Andrew Boloba Church in Dudley in the fall, according to a June 1 memo from Papagni.

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Cabinet making students will also be constructions cabinets for Charlton Town Clerk Darlene Tully’s office, according to the memo.

SKILLS USA The school will send two students to the nationwide SkillsUSA competition in Kansas City, Mo., from June 21 to 26. Cosmetology student Ricky Jordan, who will attend as a state officer, and Computer Programming student Alex St. Martin will represent their school. Several teachers and two School Committee members, Chairman Robert Zukowski and Alfred Beland, will also attend.

MONEY • Saint Gobain Corporation, a Valley Forge, Penn.-based building material company, donated $2,400 to the BattleBotsIQ program, which has students construct robots that battle each other in arenas, according to Papagni. • The school has awarded Southbridgebased Hemlock Landscaping a $16,649 contract to build the foundation and cellar for a proposed clean energy display house. Papagni said he hopes to have the foundation done by the end of July and start the construction by September. The state Clean Energy Center has given the school permission to use $165,000 of a $399,000 grant for the design phase, Papagni said. • The school raised more than $11,000 for its Educational Foundation during the

fourth annual golf tournament held Saturday, May 15, at the Heritage Country Club. About $9,000 will be given as scholarships ton 18 graduating seniors. The recipients are: Southbridge - Zachary Austin, Amanda Bouchard, Joel Lopez, Kristina Mendez, Nathaniel Pranaitis, Brianna Spelman and Melissa Zayac. Charlton - Andrew Briand, Casey Jette, Jason LaForce, and Jeffrey Wolcott. Spencer - Devon Brodeur. Oxford - Jamie Nelson. Paxton - Brandon Pease. Webster - Robert Tremblay.

The school has been consulting with National Grid and the state Department of Energy Resources to improve its energy management system, Papagni reported. The DOER has awarded the school $40,000 for the work and could later obtain an additional $60,000 from National Grid to complete it. “With a new energy management system, we will be able to operate our present heating and ventilation system more efficiently with excellent cost savings,” Papagni wrote in his report. The last day of school for students is Tuesday, June 22, which is a half-day. The committee will hold its next meeting at 7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 2, at the school, to reorganize. Ryan Grannan-Doll can be reached by phone at (508) 909-4050, or by e-mail at [email protected].

“In my new role with the Auburn VNA, I’ll be able to draw upon my expertise in the realm of home health care, capitalize on my strong local relationships, and utilize my entrepreneurial skills to enhance and expand the VNA’s highly Kim regarded continuum of care,” said Harmon. “I am looking forward to collaborating with the agency’s dedicated Board of Directors and am truly grateful to have been chosen as the organization’s new leader.” “The Auburn VNA has a long tradition of providing excellent care with a personal touch,” said Henry Camosse Jr., chair of the Search Committee and past Board chair. “We were very

impressed with Kim’s credentials and when the opportunity came to work with Kim, we pursued her because she has vision, a tireless work ethic, a love of our community, and she’s a great team builder. We Harmon are pleased to have her on board as our new CEO and we are confident she’ll make an immediate positive impact in the organization.” The Auburn Visiting Nurse Association, founded in 1919, is an independent, not-forprofit agency providing home health care, adult day care, preventative and public health services and health education in Auburn, Worcester and surrounding towns. (www.auburnvna.org)

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Looking back on the year that was HANDFIELD SHARES THOUGHTS ON ‘SUCCESSFUL’ YEAR AT AHS

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“I have a lot — but I think the one piece that is so important is to look at yourself in the mirror everyday and be happy with who you see. Regardless of what others may think about what you’re doing with your life or the goals you’ve set for yourself, look in the mirror and if you can be happy with the reflection staring back at you then you have, in my opinion, the secret to success.”

AUBURN — With the school year EWS now in the books, the school officials are winding down, looking back on NTERVIEW the year that was and looking ahead to the summer and beyond. In an interview last week, the CASEY Auburn News caught up with HANDFIELD Auburn High School Principal Casey Handfield, who shared his thoughts on the past academic year and his hopes for the future. He also shared What advice do you have for incoming words of encouragement for graduating senhigh school freshmen? iors and incoming high school freshmen. How would sum up this past academic school year? “I think it’s been very successful. We continue to make very good progress on standardized testing, which is always a good sign we are moving in the right direction. We continue to make progress on the redesigned plan of the high school — the trimester schedule is just about ready to go for next fall. I think we are in a really good place. I don’t think we’ve ever been a safer school in terms of security. I don’t think we’ve ever been more of an academic school than we are right now. I think we’re finally starting to see a nice balance between athletics, academics, co-curricular activities, etc., to where the kids are really understanding the importance of being wellrounded. Whereas in the past, some would have put the academics in the rearview mirror, they are now putting that even with everything else with their life — if not ahead.” How would this year compare to last year? “Every year is a little bit different. For us, this was the first year where we didn’t have something major hanging over our heads. In 2005 and 2006, we were moving into a brand new building. In 2006, 2007 and 2008 we were doing the [New England Association of Schools and Colleges] program and trying to get ourselves fully restored with accreditation. Last year, we were in the throws of planning a major redesign with the high school schedule and this current year, NEASC awarded us full accreditation, we wrapped our study of a new schedule. This is probably the first year in the five years I’ve been principal that it doesn’t feel like we’re chasing something or under the gun to get something done. We’ve been given a little bit of breathing room and we can really now spread out our plan for improvement.” What advice do you have for graduating seniors?

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“My number one statement to them would be get ready to work — hard. But also, get ready to have fun and develop not only academically but socially and emotionally over the next four years.” What would you say was the best part of the year? “It’s hard to quantify a best part of a school year. Ninety-five percent of the time when I wake up in the morning, I’m excited to go to school, I’m excited to see the kids, to talk to the kids, to educate the kids. I’m excited to work with my faculty, which is outstanding. And that’s a common theme over the last five years and that doesn’t change. So, that’s kind of how I feel…I was to quantify one thing, I would say it is probably the civility and compassion that our student body shows to different groups in need. So often in the teenage years, the focus is on ‘me.’ In so many cases this year they have stepped outside of that box of ‘I’m the most important thing in the world,’ and have extended their hands in a helping fashion to a variety of groups and I think that says a lot about kids in an age where you don’t necessarily hear that about them. It’s always the negative.” What was the most challenging part of the academic year? “The biggest challenge I face is trying to juggle 12 balls in the air. From school safety, to making sure that our kids, from a budgetary standpoint, have what they need, as well as all the teachers. Having almost 800 kids, 100 faculty and staff, trying to be accessible every day and trying to be there for what their needs are, it’s very challenging. But somehow we manage to get it done.” What are you expectations for next year? “We’re very excited for next year. The trimester schedule is going to open up a


Auburn High School Principal Casey Handfield recently took some time to sit down with the Auburn News to discuss the year that was at the high school, offered advice to outgoing seniors and also to incoming freshmen.

wealth of opportunities for our faculty and kids to really go deeper than they have gone in the past with respect to investigating course material. We’re excited at the prospect of introducing our advisory program, where groups of 10 to 15 students will be linked up to a faculty role model in the building. We’re excited at looking at developing a grade 9 transition program from the middle school to the high school, almost like an academy approach. We’re looking forward to scratching away at the surface of preparing for college and not waiting for the 11th grade year but having specific programming for grades 9, 10, 11 and 12 for our kids.” Do you have any other thoughts you would like to share? “I would like to thank the community for their support. I live in town, which for the most part, is a blessing… when people run into me they are always very gracious with their comments about the high school and what’s going on here. As much as I appreciate that, we could not do what we do here today if it weren’t for the support of the community. Fiscally, it’s been difficult throughout the Commonwealth the last three years and a lot of people have made sacrifices in this town to make sure our kids are getting a quality education. I’m just very appreciative for their sacrifices to make that happen.” Teresa A. Franco may be reached at 508-9094136 or e-mail her at [email protected].

Relay for Life attracts our youth We hear many things about the youth of today — most of it is negative. Every once in a while we read a story about a child who has a particular talent or does some special act. These stories warm our hearts and soften our image of young people in general. It is my opinion that our youth are a reflection of their lives and the adults that influence their education and growth. The Relay For Life of Central South County is fortunate because we have many young people that have joined our cause and are on teams to raise funds to be used to find a cure for cancer. I would like to tell you about a few of them. We read about the Depatie family in a previous issue. This family struggled through 7-year-old Daniel’s cancer treatments and rejoiced that he has been declared 21 months cancer free. Daniel and his sister Samantha, 11, recently attended the Kick Off Meeting for the Relay. It seems that Samantha was extremely inspired with the Relay meeting. She asked questions regarding a youth team. She has now formed her own team — “Sammi’s Girls.” Using her personal page and other contacts, she has found an adult chaperone and has signed up friends as team member. Samantha has set her personal goal at $100. A quick check on the Relay for Life Web site shows that, to date, she has far exceeded her goal and has raised $389. We wel-

come Samantha and her team. Hannah Brody, 8, first walked with Spirit Central, her cheerleading team. Last year she formed her own team — Birthdays are Blessings. Instead of having a birthday party with friends, Hannah asked if she could form a Relay For Life team. She explained that she knew many people could not celebrate any more birthdays due to cancer. So, she asked her friends and family to support her in this walk by either making a donation or by joining her team. Hannah also has donated her hair to Locks of Love, which makes wigs for cancer patients who lost their hair due to cancer treatments. Hannah and her team will be returning this year. Katie Hayes, 12, of Douglas, will be walking on a team this year as well. She is a patient of Dana Faber Institute and was the grand marshal of the Jules Run, which was held recently to benefit cancer research. Katie and her family are fighting a personal battle with cancer as well as supporting the Relay For Life of Central County. Katie has two brain tumors that affect her eyesight and strength on her right side. She has endured several treatment programs, but the right one has not been found yet. The Hayes family is relying on new drugs and clinical trials to help her. Events that raise money for cancer research helps to provide hope and support to families like Katie’s. We wish the best of luck to the Hayes family and wel-

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come them to our Relay. Ben and Andrew Cathcart, 10 and 9, respectively, have walked in the Relay for six years. They have been members of the Hat Squad and the Buddy Team. Both have family members and friends that are cancer survivors or have lost their life to cancer. Ben has had a particular interest in the relay. When he was a first grade student he asked if he could speak to his class about the event. After securing the permission of the school superintendent and submitting an outline of his talk, he was able to do that. Since that time, the family has moved to Charlton and Ben is working to get his fellow students and friends to get involved in the Relay For Life. He is forming a youth team to walk this season. The team has not determined a name yet. There are many more young people involved in the Relay

and just as many reasons why they have become involved. They bring new energy and new perspective to this event. This ensures that the program will continue until there is no more cancer. We are very proud of our young members and ask that you support their efforts. Please visit our Web site, www.relayforlife.org/auburnma, for more information or to make a donation. - Submitted by Cindy Gallant

PUBLIC MEETINGS Editor’s Note: Meetings as listed are retrieved in advance from multiple sources, including Town Hall and the Internet. The Auburn News is not responsible for changes and cancellations. Thursday, June 10 The Pakachoag School Council will meet at 8:10 a.m. in the Principal’s Office at the school on Pakachoag Street. Monday, June 14 The Board of Selectmen will meet at 7 p.m. in the Selectmen’s Meeting Room at the Town Hall on Central Street.

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AUBURN — Julia Bancroft and Pakachoag Elementary School students spent the evening Wednesday, June 2, at the Julia Bancroft School exercising their vocabulary at the school-wide Spelling Bee sponsored by the Auburn Women’s Club. The fourth grade winners were Julia Bancroft student John Ta in first place, Julia Bancroft’s Stephanie Peterson in second and Amanda Doherty of Pakachoag in third. Fifth grade winners were Shannon McGrath from Julia Bancroft in first place, Luke Matthews from Pakachoag in second and Victoria Konicki of Julia Bancroft came in third.

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LEARNING For Auburn Schools — Lunch: $2.25 (Middle School and High School) and $2 (Mary D. Stone, Bryn Mawr, Julia Bancroft and Pakachoag schools), including milk (8 oz.: $0.50, 10 oz. milk at middle and high schools: $0.60). Daily at Mary D. Stone, Bryn Mawr, Julia Bancroft and Pakachoag schools — peanut butter sandwich, yogurt or cereal and choice of fruit in place of dessert. To view/monitor lunch transactions or to pay online, go to www.mynutrikids.com. Please make checks payable to Auburn School Food Service. Parents, please note that charging is discouraged. We do allow students to receive three lunches without payment. After that, if payment is not received, only a basic lunch will be provided.

AUBURN HIGH Thursday, June 10: Turkey on a seeded roll, pasta salad, baked chips, strawberry cup. Friday, June 11: Pizza cheese bread or mozzarella sticks and breadstick, sauce, tossed green salad, Jell-O and cream. Monday, June 14: Picnic Day – hot dog or hamburger, pasta salad, baked chips, Shape Up. Tuesday, June 15: Teriyaki meatballs, with pineapple and vegetables, rice pilaf, breadstick, parfait and cream. Wednesday, June 16: Chicken fajita wrap, assorted toppings, spicy potato wedge, apples and cream.

AUBURN MIDDLE Thursday, June 10: Spaghetti, plain or meat sauce, cheese, breadstick, green beans, applesauce. Friday, June 11: Chili cheese wrap or mozzarella sticks and breadstick, sauce, tossed salad, Jell-O and cream. Monday, June 14: Plain or spicy chicken patty, potato wedge, corn, parfait and cream. Tuesday, June 15: Teriyaki meatballs and rice, pineapple and vegetables, breadstick frosted brownie. Wednesday, June 16: Turkey on a seeded roll, pasta salad, baked chips, strawberry cup.

JULIA BANCROFT Thursday, June 10: Chef ’s salad, ham or chicken breadstick, frosted cake. Friday, June 11: Stuffed crust pizza, salad or vegetable, peaches. Monday, June 14: French toast sticks, hash brown, juice, yogurt fruit cup. Tuesday, June 15: Assorted sandwiches, Sun Chips, carrot sticks, pudding and cream. Wednesday, June 16: Chicken fajita in a pocket, assorted toppings, corn, school baked cookie.

PAKACHOAG Thursday, June 10: Spree Day – Italian grinder, snack pack carrots, baked chips, Shape Up. Friday, June 11: Stuffed crust pizza, salad or vegetable, peaches. Monday, June 14: French toast sticks, hash brown, juice, yogurt fruit cup. Tuesday, June 15: Spaghetti, plain or meat sauce, cheese, garlic bread, tossed salad, applesauce. Wednesday, June 16: Chicken fajita in a pocket, assorted toppings, corn, school baked cookie.

BRYN MAWR Thursday, June 10: Turkey on a seeded roll, pasta salad, baked chips, Rice Krispie square. Friday, June 11: Picnic Day – hamburger or cheeseburger on a bun, French fries, corn, watermelon. Monday, June 14: Chicken patty on a bun, potato puffs, carrots, assorted chilled fruit. Tuesday, June 15: Cook’s choice. Wednesday, June 16: Vegetable noodle soup, grilled cheese, crackers, pears.

MARY D. STONE Thursday, June 10: Turkey on a seeded roll, pasta salad, baked chips, Rice Krispie square. Friday, June 11: Stuffed crust pizza, cucumber and dip, peaches. Monday, June 14: Chicken patty on a bun, potato puffs, carrots, assorted chilled fruit. Tuesday, June 15: Cook’s choice. Wednesday, June 16: Vegetable noodle soup, grilled cheese, crackers, pears.

BAY PATH BREAKFAST Thursday, June 10: Two French toast/syrup, strawberries and cream, juice, or one piece French toast, cereal, yogurt, juice. Friday, June 11: Bagel, cream cheese, bowl of cereal, 6 oz. cup of yogurt, orange or apple juice. Monday, June 14: Toast and jelly, cup of yogurt, bowl of cereal, orange or apple juice. Tuesday, June 15: Eggs and bacon, toast and jelly, orange or apple juice or toast, yogurt, cereal, juice. Wednesday, June 16: Two pancakes, syrup, orange or apple juice, or one pancake, cereal, yogurt, juice. LUNCH Thursday, June 10: Grilled BBQ rib on a bun, cold macaroni salad, baked beans, fruit, dessert, or peanut butter and jelly sandwich. Friday, June 11: Tuna salad pita pocket, cold macaroni salad, soup and crackers, fruit, dessert, or grilled cheese sandwich. Monday, June 14: Salisbury steak, gravy, whipped potatoes, green beans, roll and butter, fruit, dessert or vegetable wrap. Tuesday, June 15: Grilled BBQ rib on a bun, baked French fries, creamy cole slaw, fruit, dessert or Grilled Cheese. Wednesday, June 16: Grilled cheese sandwich, tator tots, soup and crackers, fruit and desert or peanut butter and jelly sandwich.

Full steam ahead at Auburn schools As I turn the calendar to June, I am struck by the fact that I have been the director of Teaching, Learning and Curriculum for almost one year. In addition to those usual feelings of time flying and the ultimate acknowledgement that my age must somehow contribute to the fleeing of time, I can’t help but also feel an immense sense of joy and satisfaction. What a wonderful year it has been! It has been a year marked by collegiality and collaboration amongst and between all members of the Auburn Public Schools. As a former principal within the district I had been fortunate to experience this on a small scale, but to have this experience on a larger scale at the district level reminds me of how powerful a group of committed individuals can be. Curriculum committees consisting of teachers from grades K12 were formed to push forward with the initiatives laid out in the district strategic plan. These individuals came together as a team and immediately began to inspire

and learn from each Auburn Public Schools other. No matter the has a literacy plan that task or the challenge will guide us in our misput before them, they sion to educate students persevered and always for the challenges and sent the message, “just opportunities of the tell us what you need us 21st century. to do and we will get it As the result of done.” receiving a competitive Still others worked grant of more than OCKETS diligently to assist me in $30,000, teachers EVIEW creating a comprehenreceived professional sive professional develdevelopment in strateopment day that offered gies for teaching readKATHY more than 35 options ing comprehension. LAUZÉ from which staff could Several of these teachDIRECTOR OF ers went on to develop choose. Our own in-disTEACHING, trict experts volunteermodel lessons, which ing their time and ideas they taught in front of LEARNING taught the majority of their peers, breaking AND these offerings. This down the doors of priCURRICULUM effort again speaks to vatization, yet another the level of support, colsign of high level prolegiality and collaboration I wit- fessional learning and collegialinessed all year. ty. I continued to tap shoulders by Every time I needed a team or asking for a team of K-12 teachers initiated a new endeavor I always to assist me in creating a district- found support and a willingness wide literacy action plan that by others to contribute. No one could focus our work in this criti- can do this enormously imporcal area. No one I tapped turned tant task of educating our chilaway, and almost sixty hours later dren for their role in a global envi-

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ronment alone. As the director of Teaching, Learning and Curriculum I have witnessed the power of team. Though I truly believe that the power of one can be immense, imagine putting the power of all those ones together for the common good — that has been my first year’s experience. As I end my first year, I want to thank the School Committee, the superintendent, the administrative team, the teachers, and the community for their continued support of this position, and most importantly for their collaborative spirit. I am proud to be a part of such a professional organization — full steam ahead! Mrs. Kathy Lauzé is the Director of Teaching, Learning and Curriculum for the Auburn Public Schools. To contact her to share an idea, a concern or to ask a question, she can be reached at 508-8327755 or via e-mail at [email protected]. Thank you for your continued support of the Auburn Public Schools!

EDUCATION NOTEBOOK Satellite/Galaxy Before School Program The Auburn Public Schools is going forward to extend its Satellite and Galaxy Programs with the before school component for the 2010-2011 school year. Just as our after school program has, this will provide quality care for children, before the school day begins. Forms are available at each Elementary School, on our Auburn Web site, and at Central Office, 5 West St. Fee Schedule: $3.50 per day (billed monthly). If you need further information you may contact Lori E. Deso at 508-832-7755.

After School Programs Accepting Applications The Auburn Public Schools is offering the Asteroid program to our 6th grade students for the 2010-2011 school year. Registration forms are available at Julia Bancroft School, Pakachoag School, Middle School, and Central Office. Assuming there is ample interest and space available, we truly hope this program will begin operation the first day of school this fall. If you have any questions, please contact Lori E. Deso at 508-832-7755. The Auburn Satellite and Galaxy after school child care programs are now accepting applications/registrations for the 2010-2011 school year. Forms can be picked up at the School, the Programs or Central Office at 5 West St. This program provides quality care and supervised homework/extended learning activities for children in grades K-5 in a safe, healthy environment. These programs are designed to enhance the child’s social, physical, and intellectual development. The programs will operate from 3 to 6 p.m. Any questions, please call Lori E. Deso at 508-832-7755.

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The Savers girls — Megan Gurlitz, Lauren Kennedy, Abby Lloyd, Kayrin Brower, Rachael Hearnlaye, Lindsay Guittarr, Abby Frost, Emily Frost, Julianna Martinelli, Colleen Fellows, Izzy Lourie, Erin Hynes, Kileigh Hynes.

Savers ‘savor’ perfect season AUBURN — A perfect, unbeaten season is the dream of every sports team before the season begins, but is seldom a reality. For the girls from Savers Bank of the U-10 division of the Auburn Fast Pitch League, the dream became reality on the Auburn High School softball diamond Sunday morning, June 6. Down 3-0 early and 4-3 going into their final at bat against a talented Auburn Education Association team, Savers combined a hit from one of their youngest players and heart stopping base running from one of their veteran players to take a 5-4 lead and walk off with the win, league championship and their perfect season. It was not the first walk-off win for the Savers girls as they also won in their final at bat in games versus Dudley, Charlton and Auburn Rotary. Along the way to their 12-0 record, Savers put together wins over two different teams from Sturbridge as well as multiple wins versus Consigli Construction, Auburn Education Association and Auburn Rotary. Coaches Brian Kennedy, Doreen Guittarr and Ken Hynes led the girls on their quest for perfection with assists from Paul Frost and Rita Kennedy during the playoffs.



OPINION/COMMENTARY Getting mental over the environs

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ADAM MINOR EDITOR THE AUBURN NEWS AND THE WEBSTER TIMES

EDITORIAL

Happy Father’s Day

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or all the Dads — past, present and future.

To the Dad who was there to care for your mom after giving birth to

you. To the Dad who feel asleep with you asleep on his chest after a hearty meal. To the Dad who taught you as a kid how to shave with a fake plastic razor in front of the mirror. To the Dad who played tea party, dressup or dollhouse with daddy’s little girl. To the Dad who sang or read you to sleep every night, not because he had to, but because he wanted to with a smile. To the Dad who taught you everything you know about cars, tools and sports. To the Dad who played catch with you in the back yard for hours until you glove hand was sore. To the Dad who rooted for you on the sidelines of your soccer, Little League, Pop Warner or basketball game, clapping for and encouraging you, despite your mistakes. To the Dad who helped you out with your homework, even after a long, exhausting day at work, when the only thing he wanted to do was sit back and relax. To the Dad who taught you your core values, inspired your beliefs, and shaped the way you live your life. To the Dad who does what is right and disciplines you when you step out of line, and isn’t afraid to hold his ground, even if it means a time of stress in the family. To the Dad who dropped everything to come rescue you from a dangerous situation. To the Dad who has been led astray, isn’t afraid to admit his mistakes, and is humble enough to say, “I’m sorry.” To the Dad who is serving in the military, away from his family, protecting, leading, fighting for his country and longing for the day to return home to your embrace. To the Dad who has been taken from us too soon, whether by sickness, by accident, or any other means, the memory of whom sticks with you to this very day. To the Dad who has a son who is also a Dad, spoiling his grandkids like only a Granddad can. To the men who will soon become Dads, knowing the importance and responsibility of doing it well. To every loving, caring, gentle, supportive Dad, Father, Pop and Papa — Happy Father’s Day.

SOUND OFF! WE KNOW you’ve got an opinion, so what are you waiting for? Sound Off! It’s a fast and easy way to let everyone know what’s on your mind. What’s more is if you’re worried about putting you’re name out there, don’t be! With Sound Off! you don’t have to leave a name. Just call our Sound Off! line at 508909-4073, wait for the prompt and, presto, that’s it — time to talk. OK, so there are a couple guidelines: We ask that you speak clearly enough so we can accurately transcribe your message. You’ll want to keep your remarks relatively brief so we have enough space in the newspaper to include it all. If you don’t want to leave a message, that’s OK. You can e-mail your Sound Off! to [email protected]. Just remember to label it as a Sound Off.

He’s not just a member, he’s president President Obama, welcome to the club. Whether you like it or not, you are now a card-carrying member, try as you might to pin the blame for the BP oil spill on your predecessor. Yes, the president is now a member of an exclusive club whose members all presided over the worst “something” to ever happen to the US. For George W. Bush, it was the worst ever terrorist attack. For Obama, it is the country’s worst ever ecological disaster. Bush also had the distinction of presiding over one of the nation’s worst natural disasters with Hurricane Katrina, so in that regard he’s one up on his successor. He was raked over the coals in that instance for failure to adequately respond; subsequent evidence showed in fact, that it was Louisiana’s own government that didn’t react properly. Bottom line: The buck stops with the president. The problem is some presidents understand that. Some, like Obama, don’t. Oh, he’s all contrite and losing sleep over the oil spill now. You know, now that it came out that BP was one of his top donors. And, you know, after oil had been ravaging the Gulf for several days. Only after he was forced to confront it by mounting criticism did Obama suddenly get everyone’s pain. He dragged himself out in front of the press, where he would not have the comfort of a teleprompter and said all the right things. Only it was too late. The damage, you see, had already been done. With Obama, finally — finally —people are starting to get it. They’re starting to see through the hyperbole and fancy talk. At first, that’s all people really wanted — a president that could string together a coherent sentence. Over time, however, they started realizing you actually need substance behind those college-educated (and teleprompter-guided) words. Obama has none. And folks are finally starting to figure it out. Forget about “right wing agendas” and the Rush Limbaughs and Glenn Becks of the w o r l d . No, we’re talking average, everyday Americans who are starting to figure things out. They’re starting to understand, for example, that it’s not a good thing when your own president throws an entire state government under the bus, as Obama has done with Arizona. They’re realizing that, when a major corporate donor to your campaign is in charge of the worst ecological disaster in their nation’s history and their president sits on the sidelines while pressuring Congress to pass this reform and that, it’s not really a good thing. They’re noticing that, while he talks a good game, the president has done absolutely nothing to really help an embattled and threatened South Korea, other than say, “We fully support the South Koreans.”

LETTERS Extra! Extra! Read All About It! We think you’re important enough to tell all our readers to turn to the Opinion pages and read your Letters to the Editor. But first, you have to write us! Mail your letters to the Auburn News, P.O. Box 90, Southbridge, MA 01550. Or e-mail your letters to the editor at [email protected]. You’ll need to provide your name and place of residence, along with a phone number, so we can verify the letter is yours. We don’t have a set limit, but if you keep it around 600 words or so, you’re going to have a better chance

For many of us, 2012 can’t come quickly enough. You better hope we’re still in one piece when it does, because our country is becoming more fractured than it ever was under George Bush — here are a few reasons why: • Love him or hate him, Bush stuck to his guns, quite often to the consternation of his critics. If he thought he was right, he saw something through. Obama, on the other hand, is carrying on the grand tradition of swaying with the wind. He ran as the human antidote to insider politics, but look at the health care vote. Within days of seeing his reform passed, IRD S Obama adopted Palin’s mantra of “drill, baby.” Then, EST when the BP spill occurred — and after much delay — he WALTER called for a postponement of BIRD JR. oil drilling. Actions such as this have earned him critics both inside and outside his party. • Obama the candidate sounded a call for self-sacrifice and responsibility, yet he has, at every turn, blamed everything that has gone wrong in his presidency on his predecessor. • With one of the states under his charge as president showered in controversy and facing calls for protests and boycotts, Obama effectively cast it to the wolves by calling for an investigation into the controversial antiimmigration law. It was reminiscent of his earlier denunciation of an entire Massachusetts police department as “acting stupidly” when a white police officer arrested a black Harvard professor. Obamaphiles feel disillusioned and abandoned, but they haven’t exactly risen up in rebellion. To do so, of course, would be akin to conceding defeat to the enemy. So they remain silent. When talk turns to the president’s failings, they don’t defend him, but they don’t join in on the dissection, either. Instead, they go on rants about Bush and Cheney and corporate America. The BP fiasco has only further chipped away at the carefully constructed façade of a golden child. What is revealed is the hypocrisy and double standards that have set up residence at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue — arrogance, too, which is interesting, given that so many Bush bashers accused his administration of acting above and in ignorance of a majority of Americans. Bush, to them, was the epitome of corporate corruption, bought out by big business — or, more to the point, big oil. Imagine, then, the position so many Obamaphiles find themselves in with having to reconcile the fact that BP was a major Obama donor with the knowledge — and admission — that his administration did not do all it could have done in the immediate days of the Gulf spill. And Obama is left to reconcile his own grandiose illusions with the fact that he is now and forever a member of “The Club.”

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Walter Bird Jr. may be reached at 508-9094107 or by e-mail at [email protected].

at seeing all your words in print. If you want to write a bit longer about a particular issue, maybe a guest Your Turn column is your cup of tea. If you do that, try to keep it between 700-800 words. Remember, libelous remarks and/or personal attacks are a no-no and could lead to your letter not being published. So, what are you waiting for? Start writing!

We saw a great John Denver concert over the weekend on PBS that reminded me of two things: I really miss his great music (although there’s no need to — we have much of it at home on vinyl and CDs), and I’m more of an environmentalist than I think. I suppose times were truly simpler back (40 years ago) when John Denver unabashedly sang of longing to be “Back Home Again,” of soaring with eagles, and of accompanying Jacques Cousteau aboard the Calypso. It made sense then to support the preservation of eagles, whales and human rights. It still does, of course, but today’s environmental agenda seems to have lost any sense of lyricism, poetry or “sunshine on one’s shoulders.” There’s no pastoral beauty in it, no common sense, and definitely no harmony. What do I mean? Well, for one thing, it always irks me to hear of our supposed common goal of “reducing our dependence on fossil fuels.” Whose goal is that? And exactly why? I know many folks “on the left” S OU believe they have the answers to these things, IKE T but I fear that their knowledge is neither commonly MARK accepted nor very clear ASHTON thinking. I’ll go along with a reasonable plan to reduce our dependence on “foreign oil,” for there’s no need for America to be held hostage by desert despots simply because we’ve tied the hands of those who would willingly develop what lies within our national borders. Afraid of offshore drilling (I’m not!)? Then let’s go after what lies beneath the Dakotan hills, the wilds of Alaska, or other untapped fields of our own rich reserves. There’s no future in letting career politicians and unprincipled lobbyists tell American consumers what we “ought to” drive, or how much of any (legal) substance we ought to consume. Individual liberty, entrepreneurship, ambition and necessity (the ageold mother of invention) ought to have their roles in such determinations. I especially bristle at suggestions from the Hollywood and Washington, D.C., elite as to how much oil or gas or toilet paper we common folk ought to be allowed to enjoy in keeping with their sense of social justice. Especially when their typical “carbon footprint” is gargantuan compared to the tiny toe prints of, say, the average frugal down-Easter. It’s not that we’re against preservation, conservation, the wise use of natural resources, and a legitimate quest for “alternative energies.” In fact, we’re for all those things, but in some sort of natural, resourceful manner. Why aren’t more Americans buying hybrid (or all-electric) cars? Because they don’t really make sense. They’re not yet affordable for most Americans, and they suffer from one or two major flaws: When they “save gas” by running on electricity (via battery recharging), they’re actually being powered by coal-fired generators (even more loathed than oil-fired plants) and are basically inaccessible during charging. Shall we return to wind power? Fine by me, but don’t try to put up any nasty mills within sight of the Kennedy compound on the Cape of Cod. How about solar power? Again, let’s make full use of it, but let’s also keep in mind its geographical and seasonal limitations. As a nation, we should have been farther along in the use of nuclear energy by now, but “The China Syndrome” drove a few nails into the coffin of that fledgling industry. What is the true replacement technology for fossil fuels? I have no idea, but I believe it will come from industry and entrepreneurship rather than from legislation and regulation. Again, we need to look to history for direction. You may think that Greenpeace has saved the whales of the world, but it’s more accurate to suggest that the petroleum industry saved these super-sized mammals. In the early 19th century, whale oil was fast becoming THE major fuel for household and commercial lighting. And then petroleum was discovered, refined, and quickly on its way to powering everything from lamps (kerosene became the national standard) to internal combustion engines. So kerosene saved the whales, not social activism. Of course, Edison went on to ruin the kerosene industry by inventing the incandescent light bulb, and that’s precisely my point: Inventors and entrepreneurs have always led the way in advancing practical science and technology. The need for better, longer-lasting lighting and faster, more-efficient transportation took us, in less than a century, from dark mills and horse-drawn buggies to a lunar landing vehicle. Unfortunately, we now have an administration that wants us to replace modern incandescents with “environmentally safer” (and more expensive) bulbs — which, by the way, contain mercury and are therefore nearly impossible to dispose of in a responsible manner. Where’s the efficiency? Where are the savings? Where’s the common sense? Of course, we can now hear John Denver (I understand) on tiny iPods, laptop computers and credit card-sized personal entertainment systems, but I still prefer something at least the size of a flat-screen TV in the living room. And where’s that old eight-track player in a 1972 Gremlin (yellow, of course) when I really need it!

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Mark Ashton writes a weekly column for Stonebridge Press publications.



Holiday weekend brings increase in dog calls Hello from your Auburn Animal Control. What a busy holiday week I had. It seems that as people start to have gatherings, more dog calls come in. Keep in the back of your mind as people visit and cookouts are going on — check to make sure your dog cannot get out as people come in and out of your yard, fireworks and the sounds of fireworks make some

dogs run away to hide. If your dog is unpredictable, please confine him/her to an unoccupied room so as to avoid the possibilities of a dog bite. Lastly, dogs need to be kept cool. We had three dog bites, two heat exhausted dogs, six loose dogs and one still missing. I also had three calls for dogs left in hot cars. Please,

please, please — leave your dogs home and comfortable on hot days. I am not nice when someone decides to stop and eat in a nice airconditioned restaurant and their overheating dog is left in a car, in the sun, with a window cracked. I will find you and ruin your meal. I had a few calls about a mangy looking fox running the Central Street area. If you see

Despite breakdowns, sweepers are moving along Hello and thank you for reading the Highway Happenings. The weather was a plus last week for sweeping, but, unfortunately, we had a few minor breakdowns. The breakdowns didn’t stop us — we had at least one sweeper going every day, but it did slow down our production. This week both sweepers are up and running and finishing up Precinct 4. We should be entering Precinct 5 by the end of the

week. Our brush HIGHWAY cutter has been HAPPENINGS running every day. If you have called in for an DARLEEN area to be cut, it was put on the WOOD list. He goes out and cuts one area at a time to make it more productive, but he will get to every complaint over the next few weeks. We still have a few days of asphalt work to do. Once we have

a crew available, we will be finishing up the berm list and the driveway repair list. Our sweeping list gets the priority until every street has been swept. Our town engineer had the bid opening for the Chapter 90 work. I will let you know who was awarded the bid next week. We are hoping that work to start real soon. We are still waiting to hear from Mass Highway about Millbury Street. We are still hoping that’s on line for reconstruction before winter this year. The leaf/brush site has been

very busy. You must have a new sticker to enter the site. All stickers can be purchased at the site. On a stormwater note, please do not change your oil and pour it in the catch basins. All of those pipes lead into our waterways. Have a great June week. Congratulations to all of our graduates. Darleen Wood is the highway surveyor and interim animal control officer for the Town of Auburn, and writes a column for the Auburn News.

wildlife that appears ill, please call the Police Department and they will contact me. We also have a bear in the neighborhood. I have been told it is a younger bear, about 200 pounds. Trash, bird feeders, pet food, all attract wildlife. If you do see the bear or another wildlife, do not approach it. Get your pets and children inside and call the police. The week ended with a snake call. I caught the snake, unaware of the kind, but not comfortable with leaving it in case it was dangerous or domestic. It was a beautiful corn snake about 4 feet long. A thank you goes out to Jim at Petco, who helped identify and educate me further on this snake. Our resident rabbit, Roger, has found a home. A great rabbit rescue called 3 Rabbit Rescue has taken him and placed him. He added a lot of character to the kennel but will make someone very happy. We still have cats and one sweet dog for adoption. I have placed them on the cable channel. Remember, a pet adds a lot of love and company to your life. Give them all a hug, lots of water and shelter from the heat. Darleen Wood is the highway surveyor and interim animal control officer for the Town of Auburn, and writes a column for the Auburn News.

Waiting a little longer for a good read Last month, as I was reluctantly clearing my cellar of teaching materials, having finally come to the realization that I am irrevocably retired, I came across a news article where the writer chose her favorite 10 books and gave brief reasons for her selections. Having liked five of her choices, I decided to give another a try, one that I heard of many years ago, but never picked up. The book, “Bang the Drum Slowly,” by Mark Harris, wasn’t in our library, but, as library readers know, that is not a problem. Simply ask one of our librarians to order a book through the inter-library loan program and,

presto! It will arrive within three or four BEHIND days. Not this book! It was THE 10 days before I BOOKS received my call to pick it up, and this book surely wasn’t a BILL long distance, Marco Polo sort of traveler; FLANNERY “Bang the Drum Slowly” moved at a snail’s pace from Townsend, just north east of Fitchburg, to Auburn. When I inquired why it took so long, I was told that the six regional library system are being contracted from six locations to one,

with offices now only in the communities of Whately in the west, and Waltham to the east. Central Mass., which formerly had its interlibrary loan center in Shrewsbury, now has its books picked up and delivered through Leominster. However, that is just for the next year, as then the books will be transferred only through Waltham. Then waiting 10 days to receive books may seem like a brief period of time. Library staffs will also be affected by this consolidation. In-service training will not be provided locally any longer and help in the form of technical assistance will be dispatched from Waltham. Waltham may not be at the edge of the world, but it is surely less convenient to travel to or from than Shrewsbury.

New school needed, but not cut and dry Driving all around my hometown community of Uxbridge, I see signs telling me how to vote on June 22, when the town will again take up the question of building a new high school. Before I even entered high school as a freshman in 2000, I remember the debate to build a new school being a divisive issue in the town. Even so, I thought for sure I’d graduate from a new high school in 2004. When that didn’t happen, I thought my sister would, in 2007. When that didn’t happen, I thought it would be impossible that my brother, now a freshman at UHS, wouldn’t see a new school. And while I hope he does, I’m not sure if he will or if he won’t. And — I know this is not a popular opinion — but I must admit, with some time and distance from UHS and Uxbridge, and despite my plans to vote yes, I have mixed feelings on the issue. Do I want UHS to be housed in a top-of-the-line facility? Do I think that the teachers and students deserve a new high school? I answer both of those questions without hesitation, and with a resounding yes. So what’s causing my hesitation, then? Here’s the catch: I’m pro-education, and for providing a high quality learning experience for students in Uxbridge. But I have to wonder, as budget cuts are made in the town and in the state, once the new school is built, if the town of Uxbridge will be able to afford to provide a high quality education to the students it will house. *** I can still remember, as a sophomore at Uxbridge High School back in 2002, staring at the letter I’d received in my hands. It was an acceptance to the Massachusetts Academy of Mathematics and Science to continue my high school career — finishing up my coursework during my junior year and jumpstarting my college courses at the Worcester Polytechnic Institute during what would have been my senior year. I’d always wanted to be a writer, but after attending NASA’s Space

Academy in Huntsville, Ala. that winter, I had became more interested in math and science. When I was in Alabama, I had access to great facilities for experiments, and it made me realize what I was missing out on at UHS: those sorts of facilities that would prepare me for a career in math or science… and that would have gotten me more interested in math and science to begin with. My parents encouraged me to apply to the Mass. Academy, a charter school in Worcester. I’d taken the entrance exam and was one of 50 students who were accepted. I sat at the kitchen counter in my parents’ house, contemplating my decision. It wasn’t that my teachers at UHS weren’t good; on the contrary, they were excellent. Especially in the areas of the humanities, social sciences, foreign languages, and math, I was receiving an top-notch education — one which, I would later discover, when I entered Providence College’s honors program, had more than just prepared me: had given me the background necessary to graduate in the top 2 percent of my college class. But back in 2002, I couldn’t yet guess that’s where I’d end up. I was still staring at the letter in my hands, debating my fate: it was rumored that UHS could lose accreditation before I was set to graduate in 2004, and I wouldn’t have the science lab facilities there that I’d have at the Mass. Academy. I talked to a few admissions counselors at local colleges, including my future alma mater, PC, and was assured that even if UHS lost accreditation, since I was at the top of my class, my grades were good enough to compensate for that. In my mind, the decision was difficult to make, but rather simple: did I want a career in science? Or did I want to stick to my original passion of writing? If I’d wanted the science career, I was genuinely convinced I would have a better shot coming from the Mass. Academy, since I’d have access to labs and technology that UHS didn’t have. But if I wanted to study writing and literature, specializing in sci-

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ence didn’t sound like the I had to constantly ask smartest plan. them and my teaching In the end, my passion for assistants for clarifiwriting won out, and my cation.” choice was a good one: I Talking to top gradgraduated from UHS, and uating seniors at UHS then PC with a degree in last week, as I covered English and Spanish, and the 2010 graduation, I’m now finishing up a masshowed me that Julie’s ter’s degree in writing, and concerns are still relehave never second-guessed vant. RISTAL my decision. “Going into a sci*** ence field is so competLEAR But what if I’d made the itive,” said 2010 graduopposite choice? ate Katelyn O’Neil, I don’t have to look fur- KRIS REARDON who is headed to ther than my younger sister R e n s s e l a e r Julie’s experience to see Polytechnic Institute how things would have turned to study biomedical engineering. out. “There’s so much technology. We Graduating valedictorian from don’t have that here.” UHS in 2007, she enrolled at the *** Massachusetts Institute of Does Uxbridge need a new high Technology, where she is current- school? To me, the answer is ly a rising senior. With a near-per- clear: the school needs to keep fect GPA as a dual degree candi- accreditation — after talking to date in Chemistry and numerous private college admisHumanities, it seems, on the sur- sions counselors, the answer was face, that maybe my dilemma was clear: only top-ranked students overwrought. are truly considered for admisIt may seem that way… until sion if they come from high you talk to Julie, who always schools without accreditation. earned top grades, but lagged State schools around the behind her peers in chemistry Commonwealth usually require labs at first — and had to log accreditation for all students. To countless hours catching up on keep accreditation — which it basic lab techniques she didn’t needs — Uxbridge must conlearn as a UHS student because struct a new facility. So, yes, a new she didn’t have enough lab experi- high school is needed, and I’ll be ence. voting for one on June 22. “I felt really out of my element and frustrated when I first started Kristina Reardon writes a colat MIT,” she said. “All my peers umn for Stonebridge Press and lab-mates came in knowing Newspapers many lab techniques I didn’t, and

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Why did this consolidation occur? While here in Auburn our Board of Selectmen have treated the library very well, even finding a way to increase our budget amount, the governor has more than two years seen fit to slash the budget of the regional libraries almost in half, from more than $17 million to $9 million. In addition, state aid to municipal libraries was cut by about $6 million in the last three years. It appears that the state Board of Library Commissioners has accepted meekly the cuts proposed by the governor’s office. Let us all hope that the greatest inconvenience libraries and their patrons suffer is to wait longer for books to arrive. On a happier note, the Library Trustees thank the Sewer Department for its work in taking our hazardous waste to Lemansky Park for recycling on May 22. Please remember that the library will be open the next two Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., but will be closed on June 26, which is the day of our annual Book Fair, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. By the way, “Bang the Drum Slowly” was a good read, but will not be on my top 10 list of books. Bill Flannery is a member of the Auburn Public Library Board of Trustees and provides a periodic column to the Auburn News.



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elder abuse — physical, sexual, emotional or psychological, neglect, abandonment, financial or material exploitation and self-neglect. The symptoms CHRISTINA for each type of elder abuse SILPE are widely varied and often so well hidden that it is hard to determine if there really is abuse. Added to the difficulty of determining the possibility of abuse is the fact that some elders, perhaps due to certain types of dementia, claim to be abused by family members, sometimes just to gain the attention of others. Self-neglect is often the most difficult type of elder abuse to both identify and correct. Self-neglect is defined as the inability of an elder to meet his or her essential needs for food, clothing, safe and secure shelter, per-

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sonal care and medical care. This only applies in cases where someone who is not meeting these needs is at risk and cannot safely remain in the community without assistance. Often there is a question of mental competency in cases of self-neglect. Mandated reporters of elder abuse are now required to report suspected cases of self neglect to the appropriate local Protective Services agency or to the Elder Abuse Hotline. Mandated reporters include physicians, physician assistants, dentists, medical interns, nurses, coroners, social workers, family counselors, police officers, firefighters, emergency medical technicians, registered physical and occupational therapists, probation officers, licensed psychologists, podiatrists, osteopaths, managers of assisted living facilities, executive directors of licensed home health agencies and executive directors of homemaker service agen-

LORRAINE GLEICK NORDGREN SENIOR CENTER: UPCOMING EVENTS SAVE THE DATE The Auburn Council on Aging will host an Intergenerational Concert, featuring Yankee Notions, with the best of traditional and contemporary New England folk music at the senior center at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, June 13. This program is supported in part by a grant from the Auburn Cultural Council, a local agency supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency, and is open to all residents and friends. Bring lawn chairs, as the program will be held in the gazebo. Ice cream sundaes will be available at only $5 each, courtesy of the Friends of the

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SHINE Serving Health Information Needs of Elders offers counseling on health insurance at the senior center. SHINE hours are by appointment only on the first and third Fridays of each month from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. To make an appointment, please call 508-8327799.

GENEALOGY CLASS Kay Sheldon will hold a Genealogy class at the senior center Wednesday, June 16, at 9:30 a.m.

AUBURN VNA Dr. Donald Pelto and the Auburn VNA will give a presentation on “Diabetes and Foot Care” at the senior center Thursday, June 17, at 10:30 a.m.

HEALTH SCREENING The Auburn VNA will hold a Health Screening, including blood pressure Friday, June 18, from 8:45 to 10:45 a.m. at the Lorraine Gleick Nordgren Senior Center.

CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP MEETING The Caregiver Support Group Meeting at the senior center will

be held Thursday, June 24, at 6:30 p.m. If you are caring for an elder or are an elder caring for someone of any age, please join us.

UPCOMING EVENTS: • Fitness Classes: Ongoing at the Auburn

High School, Monday through Friday. Cost is $5 drop in or $25 per month. Intermediate to advanced level. Great group work out with our certified trainers. • Men’s Pickup Basketball: Auburn High School, Wednesdays from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Cost is $5 per week. Intermediate competition. • Water Color Painting: Camp Gleason, Tuesdays from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Experienced artist Beth Parys guides all level painters in this great class. Cost is $15 per class. Please call Beth at 413-245-3295 for more information.

On Wednesday, June 30, at 5 p.m., FASCA will hold their first summer cookout of the season. Tickets are available at the center for only $7 each. An evening of bingo will follow dinner with bingo cards sold separately. For more information on any of these events, please call 508-8327799.

• Summer Theatre Camp: We are very excited to announce that we will be offering a theatre camp this coming summer. July 12-23, cost is $80. The camp will run from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., held at the Auburn High School. It is under the direction of Karen and Chris Graves. Thank you to the Auburn Cultural Council for their support on this program. For any questions regarding these events, contact Recreation and Culture Director Kristen Pappas at 508-832-7736, ext. 230.

DAUGHTERS OF ISABELLA The Daughters of Isabella is holding the following trips, which are open to the public. Important notes concerning all tour programs — Please note that final payment is due 30 days prior to tour departure date. Your deposit on these tours confirms your reservation. Please make checks to: “Bernadette Circle No. 709.” Please mail checks to: Janet Caouette, P.O. Box 533, Oxford, MA 01540. Tour components are subject to change, based on availability. Changes will be noted. The Daughters of Isabella is a non-profit and charitable, Catholic women’s organization. For further information or reservations, please call Jan Caouette at 508-887-2215, Bernadette Langlois at 508-943-8047, Suzanne Clearwater at 774-230-0669 (cell) or 508-9434579 (home). • Sunday, June 20 — Downeast Lobster Bake: An Annual Summer Favorite. Southbridge, 8 a.m.; Webster, 8:30 a.m. Great lobster bake and Hampton Beach sand sculptures. Beside great cuisine at Foster’s, you’ll enjoy world class sand. Cost is $65. Sculptures at Hampton beach! • Sunday, June 27 — Tuesday, June 29 — Atlantic City Taj Mahal Casino and Resort. Sturbridge, 7:30 a.m., Sturbridge Plaza, Route 131; $20 casino cash bonus and luxury accommodations at the Taj Mahal. Where wonders never cease! Double costs $199; Triple $195; Single $259. • July 18 — Lake Winnipesauke: Head to the lake on this great summertime tour.

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Southbridge, 8:30 a.m.; Webster, 9 a.m. Includes delicious luncheon and cruise. Just what summertime ordered! A fantastic day on NH’s most famous lake! Cost is $68. • Aug. 8 — Newport Playhouse “Don’t Dress for Dinner,” fantastic show and cabaret. Southbridge, 8 a.m.; Webster, 8:30 a.m. Delicious full course buffet. Newport’s always a great destination, especially with a great show, cabaret and cuisine! Cost is $75. • Sept. 5 — N.H. Turkey Train & Castle in the Clouds Scenic Lake Winn. Railroad — Southbridge, 7:30 a.m.; Webster, 8 a.m. Anheuser Busch Clydesdales/Castle in the Clouds, featuring Hart’s Turkey Farm luncheon and NH’s most famous attractions. Cost is $75. • Oct. 9-11 — Bar Harbor Downeast Maine Tour featuring four meals, great hotel. Southbridge, 8 a.m.; Webster, 8:30 a.m. Fall foliage spectacular — you’ll enjoy Acadia National Park, Cadillac Mountain and a fabulous lobster dinner. Cost TBA. • Nov. 28 — Salem Cross Christmas & the Brilliant Bright Nights Oakwood Farm —

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Christina Silpe is the Executive Director for Elder Affairs for the Town of Auburn and the Director of the Auburn Senior Center, and provides a weekly column on issues concerning the elderly for the Auburn News.

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cies, as well as senior center staff, including outreach workers. While mandated reporters are required by law to report instances of suspected abuse or self-neglect in elders, this does not mean that as an ordinary citizen you are prohibited from doing so. Many elders who are neglecting themselves to the point of abuse do not in the normal course of events see people on the above list. They tend to avoid the healthcare profession, which is naturally part of the self-neglect. You, as a friend or neighbor to such an elder, are far more likely to come in contact with them than a mandated reporter would be. It is up to you to let someone know if you suspect a problem, either self-neglect, or physical or financial abuse by a third party. Reports can be made to Elder Services of Worcester Area, Inc. Protective Services Program at 508-756-1545 or after hours to the Elder Abuse Hotline in Boston at 1-800-9222275. Any questions you might have about whether or not there might be a question of Elder Abuse or Self-Neglect you may call the Lorraine Gleick Nordgren Senior Center and speak with myself, Cheryl Westerman or Shirley Kemp at 508-832-7799.

SENIOR CENTER MENU Menu includes milk and margarine. Menus are subject to change without notice. Your donation of $2 per meal helps keep the program running. Call (508) 8327798 for reservations. Thursday, June 10: Swedish meatballs, noodles, California blend vegetables, whole wheat bread, fruit cocktail, diet fruit. Friday, June 11: Roast pork with mushroom sauce, wild rice pilaf, peas and pearl onion, muffin, fresh orange. Monday, June 14: Chicken salad, red potato and green beans, summer corn, honey wheat bread, mandarin orange sections. Tuesday, June 15: Turkey a la King, mashed potato, Brussels sprouts, rye bread, cookie. Wednesday, June 16: Spaghetti and meatballs, garden salad, Italian dressing, multigrain bread, fresh melon.

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Southbridge, 9:30 a.m.; Webster, 10 a.m. Salem Cross luncheon/Yankee Candle/Bright Nights. The Christmas spirit will fulfill you on this wonderful Christmas tour! Cost is $65. • Dec. 5-7 — Atlantic City’s Tropicana & NY’s Radio City Christmas Show — Southbridge, 7:30 a.m.; Webster, 7 a.m. Two delicious buffets, $20 cash bonus, Trop. Show orchestra/1st Mezz seating for Radio City Music Hall’s Christmas spectacular. Don’t miss this spectacular tour which combines the best of Atlantic City & NY! Cost is $239.

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SPORTS Rockets rally to end David Prouty’s season left field fence. Diaz was the catalyst for the resurgence of the Rockets bats later on in the game, driving in five runs on three hits, including two home runs from the fourth inning on. “We knew we had to score a bunch of runs and bring a bunch of intensity against a very good Panthers team,” said Auburn coach Eric Swedberg after the game. The Rockets (18-4) will advance to the district semifinals and play Northbridge at 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 9 at Worcester Tech.

BY COLBY HENDERSON SPORTS CORRESPONDENT

AUBURN — The David Prouty Panthers suffered a crushing 14-9 defeat at the hands of the Auburn Rockets in a Central Massachusetts Division 2 quarterfinal game Monday, June 7. The Panthers looked strong early on, taking a six-run lead into the fifth inning. But they were unable to come away with a victory, ultimately ending their 2010 campaign with a 16-6 record. The Rockets jumped to a quick 1-0 lead in the first, as third baseman Shayne McNally singled in second baseman and leadoff hitter Steve Wallace, who led off the inning with a single. The Panthers would answer in the top of the second when right fielder Zach Grasis reached on a sacrifice bunt that scored catcher Jake Nadreau. The Panthers would take the lead later in the inning on a Dan Fish sacrifice fly that scored first baseman Dan Martin, making it 2-1 Panthers. The Panthers offense came alive in the fourth inning, with the score 3-2. They were able to get to Rockets ace southpaw Ben Libuda, tagging him for six runs and ultimately ending his night early. Ben Letendre led off the inning for the Panthers with a double off the left field wall and would come around to score on a Grasis sacrifice to make it 4-2 Panthers. Dan Fish would reach on an error by Auburn’s catcher, Marcus Backlin, which allowed Dan Martin to score from third. Third baseman Christian Ricard and pitcher Lucas Davis would each add two-run hits to make the score 9-3 heading into the bottom of the fourth. Panthers starter Davis had a comfortable lead to work with as he entered the fifth inning. But like Libuda, he struggled to maintain the lead, as the Rockets would pull ahead in the home half of the fifth. After the first two batters of the inning for the Rockets reached on singles, second baseman Steve Wallace knocked in the fourth run of the game for the Rockets, cutting the Panther lead to five. It would not end there. Catcher Marcus Backlin would then clear the bases with a double into the right field gap, driving in two runs, for his second hit of the

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Spectators watch Auburn and David Prouty play in a Central Massachusetts Division 2 Tournament quarterfinal game Monday, June 7.

ballgame. The Rockets would string together eight straight hits at one point in the fifth as they chased Davis from the game and immediately rocked Prouty’s reliever, Connor Fahey. The Rockets would get RBI hits from center fielder Brian Sullivan, first baseman Mykal Diaz and left fielder Todd Bucinskas en route to an eight-run inning. The Panthers looked like a different team in the second half of this ballgame, as they struggled to put runners on base against Rockets reliever Curtis Lebeau. He shut out the offense that put up nine runs in only four innings earlier in the game. The Rockets pulled away in the sixth when first baseman Mykal Diaz hit a three-run home run, his second of the game, over the

Prouty pitcher Lucas Davis sends a pitch toward home plate.

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Beede fundraiser event set for June 12

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AUBURN — Tyler Beede has big baseball plans in his future, but before he departs his hometown of Auburn he’d like to give back and say thanks, while also raising money in a fundraiser. June 12 is the date, and 6-11 p.m. is the time at the Auburn American Legion function hall, 88 Bancroft St. There will be plenty of auctions, as Beede needs to raise enough money to travel across the country multiple times as part of National Showcases to display his talented right arm. Tyler’s dad, Walter, believes upwards of $20,000 will be required for Tyler to make all the trips. Tyler is playing in multiple All-American games, including the Under Armour AllAmerican Game and the Aflac All-American Game. One of the prizes awarded will be the opportunity to have Curt Schilling leave a voice message on your phone. Kevin Youkilis, Emmett Smith and other professional teams will be contributing in the fundraiser as well. Tyler would also like to say thank you to his Little League coaches and anyone else in the town of Auburn that have helped pave the way for him to make a successful career in baseball. The senior-to-be will have a big decision to make in the near future: play baseball at Vanderbilt University or turn pro and pursue his Major League dreams. But that can all wait just a bit, as Tyler Beede needs to finish his tenure at Lawrence Academy, play in a few more national showcases, and say thank you to the town of Auburn.

AUBURN — The fourth-seeded Auburn baseball team started its defense of the C e n t r a l Massachusetts Division 2 Tournament crown Thursday, June 3 by hosting No. 13 Oakmont. The Rockets scored seven runs to Oakmont’s zero to move to the second round — and a meeting with the David Prouty Panthers.

POSTSEASON SCOREBOARD Thursday, June 3 Baseball, Division 2 (4)Auburn 7, (13)Oakmont 0 Baseball, Division 3 (9)Southbridge 6, (8)Worcester North 2 Softball, Division 2 (7)Leicester 5, (10)Millbury 4 (9)Auburn 10, (8)Blackstone-Millville 0 (11)Northbridge 13, (6)Bartlett 2 (13)Oakmont 12, (4)Douglas 6 (10 innings) Softball, Division 3 (7)Quaboag 12, (10)Maynard 8

Friday, June 4 Softball, Division 1 (8)Holy Name 3, (9)Shepherd Hill 0 Saturday, June 5 Baseball, Division 2 (5)David Prouty 3, (12)Valley Tech 2 Softball, Division 1 (5)Shrewsbury 9, (4)Tantasqua 7 Softball, Division 3 (4)Valley Tech 7, (5)Worcester Tech 4

Monday, June 7 Baseball, Division 2 (1)Northbridge 15, (9)Nipmuc 3 Auburn 14, David Prouty 9 Baseball, Division 3 (7)Douglas 5, (2)Hopedale 1 (1)West Boylston 17, Southbridge 16 Softball, Division 2 (1)Narragansett 1, Auburn 0 (2)Nipmuc 1, Leicester 0 (3)Groton-Dunstable 10, Northbridge 0 Softball, Division 3 (2)Murdock 3, Quaboag 0 (6)Uxbridge 2, (3)Assabet Valley 0

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All Central Massachusetts divisions competed against one another on May 29 at Fitchburg State College to crown track and field champions. Team and individual results are as follows:

4x100 Meter Relay 1. Ayer, 44.40 8. Auburn, 45.76 11. Bartlett, 46.10 16. Whitinsville Christian, 46.99 19. Oxford, 47.41

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4x400 Meter Relay 1. Wachusett, 3:29.69 3. Shepherd Hill, 3:34.81 9. Whitinsville Christian, 3:36.56 12. Auburn, 3:39.95 18. Oxford, 3:42.67 22. Uxbridge, 3:49.24 23. Tantasqua, 3:49.36

Team Results: 1. Algonquin, 60.50 points 2. Wachusett, 57 3. Whitinsville Christian, 45 7. Shepherd Hill, 31.50 8. Uxbridge, 27 14. Oxford, 10 14. Tantasqua, 10 22. Leicester, 6 24. Douglas, 4 24. Auburn, 4

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Team Results: 1. Wachusett, 64 points 2. Westborough, 60 3. Nashoba, 59 8. Auburn, 26 12. Shepherd Hill, 12 16. Whitinsville Christian, 11 21. Douglas, 6 24. Bartlett, 4 24. Leicester, 4 26. Oxford, 2 Individual Results: 100-Meter Dash 1. Brett Buskey, Blackstone-Millville, 11.11 12. Rocco Distefano, Bartlett, 11.93 25. Bryan Desimone, Auburn, 12.28 200-Meter Dash 1. Nick Pearson, Wachusett, 23.38 8. Jerry Drane, Uxbridge, 24.10 13. Josiah Stinson, Whitinsville Christian, 24.59 17. Nick Tessier, Oxford, 24.88 23. Patrick Bressette, Tantasqua, 25.11 30. Pat Sweeney, Auburn, 26.31 400-Meter Dash 1. Seamus Fitzpatrick, Murdock, 50.49 14. Sean Ramsey, Quaboag, 54.05 15. Ethan Doyon, Oxford, 54.19 800-Meter Run 1. Alex Jagelsky, Wachusett, 1:55.93 6. Brent Schouler, Whitinsville Christian, 2:01.84 13. Neil Reilly, Oxford, 2:05.75 17. Reed Miller, Douglas, 2:08.96 One-Mile Run 1. Byron Jones, Westborough, 4:18.14 (meet record) 4. Arleigh McRae, Whitinsville Christian, 4:28.33 17. Aaron Anderstrom, Tantasqua, 4:52.49 Two-Mile Run 1. John Murray, Shrewsbury, 9:07.38 (meet record) 12. Bryan Quitadamo, Auburn, 10:21.59 110-Meter Hurdles 1. Eric Quitzau, Blackstone-Millville, 15.45 4. Jason Sliwoski, Leicester, 15.79 7. Billy Callahan, Auburn, 16.00 10. Zachary Lesieur, Oxford, 16.58 17. Chris Dona, 17.21 20. Matthew Panczyk, Bartlett, 17.62 24. Nikita Truhanovitch, Bartlett, 17.82 25. Nick Thompson, Tantasqua, 17.99 28. Alex Hellyar, Tantasqua, 18.47 400-Meter Hurdles 1. Jair Cruikshank, Nashoba, 55.46 (meet record) 3. Joe Tilly, Shepherd Hill, 58.34 6. Trevor Praetsch, Whitinsville Christian, 59.35 14. Ben Grotton, Shepherd Hill, 1:01.79 4x800 Meter Relay 1. Westborough, 8:10.99 4. Whitinsville Christian, 8:24.07

High Jump 1. Andre Santana, Doherty, 6-06 4. Billy Callahan, Aubur, 6-04 9. Joe Tilly, Shepherd Hill, 5-10 Pole Vault 1. Ryan Perkins, St. John’s, 13-00 Long Jump 1. Mark Hill, Sutton, 22-08.00 2. Brendan Whitson, Auburn, 21-10.50 12. Matthew Panczyk, Bartlett, 1907.50 Triple Jump 1. Eddie Frazier, Burncoat, 43-07.00 4. Ned Dumas, Bartlett, 41-10.75 9. Joe Montville, Auburn, 40-03.00 11. Aksel Thibodeau, Whitinsville Christian, 40-00.75 14. Pat Fitzgerald, Shepherd Hill, 3811.00 20. Nikita Truhanovitch, Bartlett, 3708.00 Discus 1. Matt Thompson, Clinton, 161-09 2. Doug Flink, Auburn, 143-06 5. Shaun Nystrom, Oxford, 125-10 8. Joshua Breault, Shepherd Hill, 12002 11. Arthur Hackenson, Bartlett, 11905 13. Marcus Pettigrew, Auburn, 115-06 19. Nick Tessier, Oxford, 110-08 23. Jon Frain, Tantasqua, 108-10 27. Joshua Green, Shepherd Hill, 10410 35. Nick MacGrory, Auburn, 95-00 37. Henry Bounphasaysonh, Bartlett, 80-11 Javelin 1. Richard Sterndale, Westborough, 164-03 3. Zac Chupka, Douglas, 159-11 8. Peter Mannka, Uxbridge, 15108 9. Jason Sliwoski, Leicester, 15000 11. Jack Sheerin, Auburn, 147-10 12. Sean Ramsey, Quaboag, 147-05 16. Kyle Walter, Tantasqua, 143-09 19. Steve Bellanger, Auburn, 14102 21. Dan Spiewakowski, Shepherd Hill, 138-08 23. Nick Putnam, Auburn, 137-04 31. Andrew Dykstra, Whitinsville Christian, 124-08 Shot Put 1. Peter Hagermoser, Nashoba, 50-05.50 3. Adam Gonyea, Auburn, 4807.00 6. Andrew Dykstra, Whitinsville Christian, 46-09.25 7. Decarlo Anderson, Oxford, 4309.00 9. Doug Flink, Auburn, 42-09.75 13. Henry Bounphasaysonh, Bartlett, 41-03.00 19. Evan Sweet, Auburn, 39-10.50

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Individual Results: 100-Meter Dash 1. Sarah Hilton, Groton-Dunstable, 13.06 4. Megan Kaswandik, Douglas, 13.26 9. Shana McGonigle, Shepherd Hill, 13.51 200-Meter Dash 1. Hannah Janeczak, Doherty, 25.07 (meet record) 2. Emily Dawidczyk, Oxford, 25.52 3. Brittany Hodgerny, Leicester, 26.76 13. Hannah Swaim, Whitinsville Christian, 27.81 16. Natalie Booz, Whitinsville Christian, 28.25 400-Meter Dash 1. Mimi Narbonne, Bromfield, 57.26 5. Kendra Woudenberg, Whitinsville Christian, 59.37 6. Samantha Copland, Uxbridge, 59.73 12. Jordan Orrell, Oxford, 1:00.96 16. Danielle Watkins, Shepherd Hill, 1:02.48 800-Meter Run 1. Amy Collins, Wachusett, 2:19.24 2. Julia Berkowicz, Whitinsville Christian, 2:20.19 9. Lindsay Kleya, Shepherd Hill, 2:27.63 10. Kaleigh Durkan, Shepherd Hill, 2:27.97 One-Mile Run 1. Laura Williamson, Wachusett, 5:04.55 2. Annaliese Vander Baan, Whitinsville Christian, 5:13.52 3. Ali Tyburski, Shepherd Hill, 5:14.29

Two-Mile Run 1. Abby Hurd, Nashoba, 11:23.08 10. Taryn Cordani, Douglas, 12:27.25 100-Meter Hurdles 1. Elisabeth Monty, Shepherd Hill, 15.09 (meet record) 3. Sarah Zeis, Uxbridge, 16.11 11. Abby Epplett, Whitinsville Christian, 17.33 16. Sarah Violette, Tantasqua, 17.60 21. Emily Matte, Northbridge, 17.82 23. Lilly Dao, Auburn, 17.92 400-Meter Hurdles 1. Megan Krumpoch, Shrewsbury, 1:02.76 (meet record) 3. Hilary Banning, Whitinsville Christian, 1:07.07 4. Angelique Nurse, Auburn, 17.50 9. Tori Yakstis, Shepherd Hill, 1:11.47 11. Molly Stark, Whitinsville Christian, 1:12.30 14. Kristen Reich, Shepherd Hill, 1:14.27 4x800 Meter Relay 1. Algonquin, 9:46.63 3. Whitinsville Christian, 9:54.32 5. Shepherd Hill, 10:18.83 4x100 Meter Relay 1. Uxbridge (Emily Cahill, Debora Lopes, Sarah Zeis and Samantha Copland), 50.70 5. Oxford, 51.89 10. Shepherd Hill, 52.98 4x400 Meter Relay 1. Wachusett, 4:01.32 6. Whitinsville Christian, 4:07.56 9. Shepherd Hill, 4:16.20 10. Uxbridge, 4:16.78 14. Leicester, 4:26.29 15. Auburn, 4:28.00 17. Douglas, 4:28.91 High Jump 1. Emily Cahill, Uxbridge, 5-04 2. Emily Mattson, Shepherd Hill, 5-02 6. Ali Tyburski, Shepherd Hill, 5-00 8. Cayla Leinonen, David Prouty, 5-00 Pole Vault 1. Erin Silva, Westborough, 11-03 9. Jacki Cronin, Whitinsville Christian, 8-06 Long Jump

1. Hannah Janeczak, Doherty, 1710.00 5. Kendra Woudenberg, Whitinsville Christian, 16-10.75 7. Emily Dawidczyk, Oxford, 16-07.00 17. Hannah Swaim, Whitinsville Christian, 15-05.25 27. Sarah Duda, Auburn, 14-11.75 Triple Jump 1. Nadia Eke, Holy Name, 40-02.75 4. Elisabeth Monty, Shepherd Hill, 3507.25 5. Hilary Banning, Whitinsville Christian, 34-08.00 9. Shana McGonigle, Shepherd Hill, 33-00.50 18. Molly Stark, Whitinsville Christian, 30-08.00 Discus 1. Sarah Dahlstrom, Algonquin, 11901 6. Mary Barbale, Shepherd Hill, 98-03 8. McKayla Moore, Uxbridge, 90-01 9. Jocelyn Bugan, Shepherd Hill, 8911 15. Alex Msaddi, Shepherd Hill, 79-03 16. Hannah Murphy, Auburn, 78-04 18. Liz Peterson, Whitinsville Christian, 76-08 19. Corrie Molleur, Tantasqua, 69-11 22. Nicole Vendetti, Uxbridge, 52-08 Javelin 1. Corrie Molleur, Tantasqua, 123-07 4. Micaila Olson, Whitinsville Christian, 109-02 17. Rachel Clasby, Northbridge, 92-00 18. Mary Barbale, Shepherd Hill, 9108 22. Jessica Koehne, Uxbridge, 88-08 24. Anna Woudenberg, Whitinsville Christian, 82-00 26. Jennifer Mailhiot, Douglas, 80-06 28. Sarah Powell, Auburn, 70-04 Shot Put 1. Brynnan Farrington, Ayer, 36-03.00 3. Ryan Platinga, Whitinsville Christian, 33-09.25 7. Sarah Powell, Auburn, 31-03.50 13. Jennifer Mailhiot, Douglas, 2804.50 18. Liz Peterson, Whitinsville Christian, 27-04.00 21. Kim Dupuis, Tantasqua, 25-08.00



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Thursday, June 10 — Saturday, June 13 OXFORD The Friends of the Oxford Public Library is holding its Annual Spring Book and Bake Sale Thursday, June 10 from 12 to 7 p.m. (for members of the Friends) and on Friday and Saturday, June 11 and 12, from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. open to the general public. Thousands of books are available to peruse for your summer reading in hardcover, paperback, trade books, and many children’s/young adult books. Large print books are also available. We also have CDs, DVDs, VHS, and audio books. Home baked goodies will be sold!

Friday, June 11 NORTH OXFORD The Auburn Visiting Nurses Association will host its 11th Annual Golf Classic Friday, June 11, at the Pine Ridge Country Club in North Oxford. Registration is at 8 a.m., shotgun at 9 a.m. Cost for this event is $115, which includes a continental breakfast, 18 holes of golf with cart and supper after. Raffles, door prizes a day of fun, laughs and good company. Please join us and help out a good cause. For further information please call Sheila at 774-272-1521 or Dan 508-277-7987.

munity a New England Patriots Alumni charity softball game Saturday, June 12, at 7 p.m. at the Memorial Athletic Field on Ray Street. In addition to the main event there will be a chance for autographs and pictures after the game for many locals such as Jennifer Graham and more. Players in the past have included such names as Max Lane, Vernon Crawford, Ronnie Lippett, Scott Zolack, Joe Andruzzi and other great Patriots. Money raised will help with the purchase of new uniforms, equipment and more. Tickets will be available at the game for a suggested $10 donation. For more information on this event e-mail [email protected]. WEBSTER Commerce Bank will hold a free Kids’ Safety Event for children from kindergarten to age 12 at their branch office in Webster Saturday, June 12, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Commerce Bank Webster branch, 25 Worcester Road, Webster, with the Webster Police and Fire Departments and the Masons of Dudley. At the event, parents can receive a free MYCHIP (Masonic Youth Child Identification Program) package containing their child’s DNA sample, fingerprints, dental imprints, and a videotape of the child, which can help law enforcement authorities find and identify a lost or missing child. None of the information is copied and all the identifying materials are given to the child’s family. During the Kids’ Safety Event, the Webster Police and Fire Departments will have vehicles on display and there will be fun activities for children. Free hotdogs, chips and beverages will also be available. Admission is free. For more information, contact the Commerce Bank Webster branch at 508-9434408.

OXFORD The Oxford Community Youth Theater will hold a Spaghetti Supper Friday, June 11, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at First Congregational Church of Oxford, UCC. On the menu will be spaghetti with meatballs, sausage, salad and bread. A beverage and dessert are also included. Tickets, which will be available at the door, are $8 for adults and $5 for ages 4 to 13; those under age 4 eat free. First Congregational Church is located at 355 Main St./Route 12 (across from the bandstand) in Oxford. The building is wheelchair accessible, and there is ample on-street parking. The supper will help defray expenses for the Youth Theater’s summer production of “Snoopy” to be held July 16-18 at the church. For more information about the supper or the theater group, call Director Andrew Bennett, at 508-340-2378.

Saturday, June 12 AUBURN So many veterans feel confused about benefits and services they’ve earned. There’s so much to know — and so many changes from one year to the next. That’s why the nonprofit DAV and the Harley-Davidson Foundation have teamed up to offer help. The DAV Mobile Service Office will be at Sheldon’s Harley-Davidson, 914 Southbridge St., Auburn, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 12, to personally provide the best counseling and claim filing assistance available. This event is part of the nationwide Harley’s Heroes tour and is free to all veterans and members of their families. For further information, please contact NSO Mason J. Sullivan at (617) 303-5675. OXFORD Breakfast Buffet — At the Oxford Masonic Lodge, 22 Mt. Pleasant St., Oxford, Saturday, June 12, from 7 to 10 a.m. Adults, $7, 6-12, $5, under 6 free. WEBSTER Former New England Patriots players representing all six New England Patriots Super Bowl teams will be visiting and competing in Webster as the Webster Brotherhood of Firefighters are proud to bring to the com-

Sunday, June 13 AUBURN Fun for all ages — Intergenerational Concert featuring “Yankee Notions,” with the best of traditional and contemporary New England folk music, at the Lorraine Gleick Nordgren Senior Center, 4 Goddard Drive, at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, June 13. This program is supported in part by a grant from the Auburn Cultural Council, a local agency supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency, and is open to all residents and friends. Bring lawn chairs, as the program will be held in the gazebo. ice cream sundaes will be available at only $5 each, courtesy of the Friends of the Auburn Senior Center Association. AUBURN Pakachoag Church is pleased to present a free community concert featuring the Compaq Big Band Sunday, June 13, from 2 to 4 p.m., at the Pakachoag Church Lawn, 203 Pakachoag St., Auburn. The event is free. Light refreshments will be available. This is an outdoor concert. Bring a blanket or chairs, pack a picnic, and join us for this up-tempo concert to help welcome summer 2010! The Compaq Big Band showcases the power of 15 horns, a cookin’ rhythm section, a great feature vocalist, and terrific instrumental soloists for a diverse range of clients and events across the Greater Boston, Greater Worcester, Rhode Island, and Southern New Hampshire regions. For more information, visit www.compaqbigband.com. Please call the Church office at (508) 755-8718 or visit www.pakachoag.org for more information on this event. CHARLTON Auburn Rockets Booster Club Golf Tournament — Sunday, June 13, at Heritage Country Club, Charlton. Tee time is 7:30 a.m., check in is at 7 a.m. Cost is $100 per person, which includes a round of golf and steak luncheon. Looking for foursomes and hole sponsors. All proceeds go to benefit the athletic program at Auburn High School. Anyone interested, please contact Lee Ann

Gibree at 508-397-0298 or at [email protected]. AUBURN Intergenerational concert featuring “Yankee Notions,” with the best of traditional and contemporary New England folk music, at the Lorraine Gleick Nordgren Senior Center, 4 Goddard Drive, at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, June 13. This program is supported in part by a grant from the Auburn Cultural Council, a local agency supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency, and is open to all residents and friends. Bring lawn chairs, as the program will be held in the gazebo. Ice cream sundaes will be available at only $5 each, courtesy of the Friends of the Auburn Senior Center Association.

Wednesday, June 16 STURBRIDGE BNI Business Visionaries will meet Wednesday, June 16, at Old Sturbridge Village, from 7 to 8:30 a.m. Visitors are welcome. Learn how to increase your business. For more info call Pam at 774-272-2608.

Thursday, June 17 DUDLEY Dudley Grange #163 55th Annual Strawberry Festival and Old Fashion Lawn Party — Thursday, June 17, at Center Road near Nichols College, Dudley (follow the signs), 4 p.m., until the berries are gone! Strawberry shortcakes are made with fresh strawberries, home style biscuits and real freshly whipped cream. Sugar free is available for diabetics upon request. Tradition: Frog Jumping Contest (Grange request all frog entries be put back where you found them). Sign up: 5:30 p.m. Contest begins: 6 p.m. Music: The Old Fiddlers’ Club of Rhode Island, Pulaski Brass Band of Webster. Other Activities: Old fashion lawn party, face painting, games for kids. Dudley Fire Department Smoke House, Dudley Grange Scholarship Table, Various Community Tables, Boy & Girl Scout Activities, and more. Food: Strawberry shortcakes, sugar free strawberry shortcakes, fresh hand cut French fries, hamburgers, hot dogs, popcorn and more. Black Tavern and newly renovated barn will be open for tours. For more information please contact festival co-chair – Kenny LaFerriere, 508-596-0105. WEBSTER So many veterans feel confused about benefits and services they’ve earned. There’s so much to know — and so many changes from one year to the next. That’s why the nonprofit DAV offers help. The DAV Mobile Service Office will be located at the following locations to personally provide the best counseling and claim filing assistance available. Like all DAV services, help from the Mobile Service Office is free to all veterans and members of their families. Thursday, June 17, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Webster Veterans Service Department, 4 Veterans Way, Webster. For further information, please contact NSO Mason J. Sullivan at (617) 303-5675.

Friday, June 18 LEICESTER The Leicester Lions Club will hold its monthly Pitch Party Friday, June 18, at 7 p.m., at the Leicester Senior Center, 40 Winslow Ave., Leicester. Admission is $4 plus a non-perishable food item. All proceeds will benefit the Massachusetts Lions Eye Research Fund and the Leicester Community.

Saturday, June 19 AUBURN Spring cleaning? Don’t throw that good “stuff ” away. Recycle it by selling it to someone who needs it! Do you have an accumulation of things that are just too good to throw away but you no longer need? Don’t have enough to hold your own yard sale? Join us on the lawn of the First Congregational

Church Saturday, June 19, for our Community Yard Sale. Space is available for a $20 fee, tables may be rented for $5. Let us do the advertising. We promise to post plenty of signs at key locations in town and will advertise in this newspaper. Other activities including a plant sale, a chicken BBQ and strawberry shortcake booth will be taking place. Because or our location and previous yard sales, we expect a large turnout. Reserve your space now by calling Cindy Dube at 508-832-6646 or the church office at 508-832-2845. Coffee and native strawberry shortcake 9 a.m. until sold out. Yard Sale, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., 20-plus vendors. Spaces ($20) available for yard sale, call 508-832-6646. Chicken BBQ, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., $10 for adults, $6 for children. Take out available. AUBURN Yard Sale at Auburn Library — Saturday, June 19, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. It will be put on by Boy Scout Troop 53.

Tuesday, June 22 AUBURN United Soccer of Auburn open registration for the upcoming fall 2010 soccer season will take place at the Auburn Fire Station Tuesday, June 22, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. for both dates. Online registration is available. For additional information, Contact T.J. Randall, registrar, by e-mailing [email protected], or by calling 508-453-1213. United Auburn of Soccer is a not-for-profit organization committed to creating a positive atmosphere that provides the opportunity and training to learn the game of soccer.

Saturday, June 26 AUBURN The Friends of the Auburn Public Library will hold their Annual Book Sale Saturday June 26, rain or shine, from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. at 369 Southbridge St., Auburn. Weather permitting, the book sale will take place in the library’s parking lot. If the day is rainy, the book sale will be held in the library’s meeting room. For more information or to volunteer to help contact Cyndee Marcoux at 508-832-7790. AUBURN The Town of Auburn’s Kid’s Fair & Toucha-Truck Fundraiser rolls into Auburn Mall’s parking lot Saturday, June 26, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. All proceeds will support Auburn’s Fourth of July Fireworks display. Families will have the opportunity to get up close to explore a wide variety of construction trucks, farm equipment, fire trucks, ambulances, police cars, sheriff ’s mobile and much more! Other activities include face painting, bouncy house, games, craft tables and sporting and music activities! Cost is $5 per person with a maximum of $20 per family. For more information, please contact Kristen Pappas at 508-832-7736 or [email protected].

Wednesday, June 30 — Thursday, July 1 AUBURN June Baby Sitting Classes — Baby sitting classes will be offered to kick off summer vacation Wednesday and Thursday, June 30 and July 1, at the First Congregational Church in Auburn for children ages 11 and over. This two-day class is designed for anyone who already baby sits or wants to begin. This class is also useful for children who are left home alone for periods of time. All classes will be taught by an RN from UMass Memorial Family Education Department. A certificate will be awarded to all participants after meeting all the class requirements. Pre-registration is required as class size is limited. Call (508) 334-6485 and select option 5 for more information and to register.

OBITUARIES Jacqueline Pelletier, 79 OXFORD — Jacqueline “Jackie” (Coté) Pelletier, 79, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family Wednesday, June 2. She was the wife of Aurele F. Pelletier, who died Feb. 17, 2008. They had been married for 59 years. She leaves a daughter, Doris Jarvis, and her husband Harry; three sons, Yves Gaetan Pelletier and his wife Susan, Bermont A. Pelletier and his wife Jill, and David Pelletier; eight grandchildren, Stephanie Jarvis, Michael Jarvis, Juliane MacDonald, Timothy Pelletier, Nicholas Pelletier, Danielle Lemay, Joshua Pelletier and Jonathan Pelletier; two great-grandchildren, Abdurahman and Noah Pelletier; a former daughter-in-law, Susan Pelletier; three sisters, Louiselle Coté, Nicole Coté and Claudette Coté, and one brother, Paul Coté, all of Cabano, Quebec, Canada. A daughter, Victoria, predeceased her. The daughter of Cyrille and Yvonne (Dube) Coté, she was born Feb. 12, 1931, in St. Louis

du Ha Ha, Quebec, and was raised in Cabano, Quebec. She moved to the United States with her husband, first settling in Limestone, Maine, and later moved to Oxford. For many years, Mrs. Pelletier worked at The Home Depot in Auburn. Active at the senior center in Oxford, she also attended St. Ann’s Church in North Oxford. She enjoyed knitting and belonged to the Prayer Shawl Ministry at Notre Dame Church in Southbridge. She liked traveling and last year visited France, a lifelong dream of hers, and recently went on a pilgrimage to the Sanctuary Notre-Dame-du-Cap in Quebec. A Mass was held Tuesday, June 8, at St. Ann’s Church, 652 Main St., North Oxford. There are no calling hours. The BelangerBullard Funeral Home, 51 Marcy St., Southbridge, is directing arrangements. An online guestbook is available at www.belangerfuneralhome.com.

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OXFORD – 5 Oak Street! 7 Room Cape! Recent Kitchen, Bath, Windows, Siding & Septic! Fireplaced Liv Rm w/Hrdwds! 3 Bdrms! Master Bath! 2 Full Baths Total! Central Air! Fenced Yard! Garage! $236,800.00

DUDLEY - 6 Jaybee Ave! Down Sizing? Just Starting Out? 6 Rm Brick Ranch! 3 Bdrms! 1.5 Baths! Character & Charm! Some Updating Needed! Recent Roof, Replacement Windows & Furnace! Hrdwds! Fireplace! Expandable Basement! $198,900.00

DUDLEY – 13 Corbin Rd! 4,262’ 12 Rm Custom Split Built Around In-Gr Pool! 1+ Acre! Center Isl Kit w/Granite, SS Appl & Pantry! Frplcd Fam Rm w/Cherry Walls! 13x18 Din Rm! 23’ Liv Rm! 25’ Master w/Whirlpool Tub! 4 Bdrms, Media Rm, Office Suite, Workout Rm, Rough Plum for 3rd Bath! 4+ Car Garage! $324,900.00

DUDLEY – 109 W. Main St! Stately Brick Colonial! Multi Use! 13 Rms! Single Fam w/Inlay Apart / Super 2 Family! Business Zoned! Live & Work From Here! Park Like Grounds! 6/7 Rms! 2/4 Bdrms! 2 Frplcd Liv Rms! 3 Baths! Brand New Furnace! Check It Out!!! $324,900.00

WEBSTER – 11 Morris St! 6 Rm WEBSTER – 17 Slater Street! Garrison Colonial 2 Family! 5/5 Cape! Easy Access to 395, Shopping, Rooms! 2/2 Bedrooms! Pantry Banks, School! Ideal Back Yard! Eat-in Kitchens! Dining Rooms! Living Applianced Kit! Liv Rm & Fam Rm Rooms w/Wall to Wall over w/Hrdwds! 3/4 Bdrms! 1st Flr Master Hardwoods! Bedrooms w/Hardwoods! 2 Car Garage! Replacement Windows! w/Hrdwd Flr! Updated Windows, Siding, Heat & Electric! $189,900.00 And More! $189,900.00

WEBSTER – 493/495 School Street! Ideal Duplex! 5/7 Rms! 2/3 Bdrms! 1.5/1.5 Baths! Applianced! Great Investment Opportunity! 493 Remodeled from Studs, Custom Kit, Walk-in Closets! Laundries! Sep Basements & Walk-up Attics! Recent Windows! Garages! Sep Basements! New Electric! etc. $199,900.00

DUDLEY - 14 Hall Road! 9 Rm Brick Cape! Super In-Law Set Up! 2 Complete Living Levels! All Spacious Rooms! Hardwoods! 5/4 Rms! 2/2 Bdrms! Walk-out Lower Level! 3 Baths! Huge .91 Acre Lot! $239,900.00

WEBSTER – 58 Brookside Ave! 6 Rm WEBSTER – 34 Colonial Rd! Across Cape! Applianced Eat-in Kit w/New From Lake – Beach Rights! Basically Tile Floor! Slider to 2-Tier Deck Brand New! Completely Renovated Inside w/Electric Awning! Gas Fireplace & Out! 5 Rm Colonial! 2 Bdrms! 1.5 Baths! Living Rm! 4 Bedrooms! 2 Full Baths! Applianced Kit w/ Tile Flr! Front to Back Lower Level Family Rm w/Pellet Liv Rm w/Wood Flr! Deck! The Work's Stove! New Fence Encloses Rear Yard been Done - Just Move In! w/Garden & Shed! $239,900.00 $189,900.00

WEBSTER – 4 Surrey Lane! Conveniently Located! 6 Rm Ranch! Move-in Condition! Applianced Kit, Liv Rm & 2 of 3 Bdrms w/Wood Laminate Flrs! 15x22’ Fam Rm w/Brick Hearth/ Wood Stove & Wet Bar! 6 Panel Wood Drs! Garage Under! Private Back Yard w/Babbling Brook! $214,900.00

WEBSTER LAKE! Spectacular 10 Rm w/Panoramic Views across South Pond! Sunsets! Great for all Water Sports! Master Bdrm Suite that you'll never want to Leave! 3 Fireplaces! 3.5 Baths! 2 Car Garage! Professionally Landscaped! Mahogany Decks! And Much More! $774,900.00

LEICESTER – Cedar Meadow Lake! 12.5 Acre Dream w/180’ Waterfront! Southern Exposure! Private 12 Room 2,920’Cape! 500’ Driveway! Frplcd Fam Rm! Formal Liv Rm! 1st Flr Master! 4/5 Bdrms! 2 Tile Baths! Ceramic Tile & Hardwoods! 2 Car Garage! And More! $724,900.00

THOMPSON - SCHOOLHOUSE POND! Western Exp! Beautiful Sunsets! 100' Waterfront! 10+ Rms w/4 Decks! Open Flr Plan! Liv Rm w/Frplc! 3 Bdrms! Master w/Waterfront Deck & Bath! 3.5 Baths! Finished Lower Level! In Time for Summer! $389,900.00

WEBSTER LAKE! Middle SUTTON – 100 Town Farm Road! Pond/Western Expo = Spectacular Private 2.5 Acre Hillside Lot! 6 Rm Sunsets & Views! 80' Waterfront! "Wawela Country Cape! 3 Bdrms! 2 Baths! New Park"! Ideal 2nd Home or Yr Round Living! Furnace 2004! Title 5 Complete! Frplcd Liv Rm w/Cathedral! Applianced! Great Access to Major Highways and Din Rm or Office! 2 Bdrms - Lake Facing Schools! Come and Enjoy all of what Master! 3 Season Porch! Gas Heat! CAir! 3 West Sutton has to Offer! Car Garage! Deck! Docks! $429,900.00 $314,800.00

WEBSTER LAKE – 120' Waterfront! WEBSTER LAKE - Snug Harbor 9 Rm Brick Cape! Grand Views of Villas! 3,300'! Luxurious Waterfront South Pond! Frplcd Liv Rm & Fam Rm! Living! 7 Rms! 2/3 Bdrms! 4.5 Baths! 3 Lake Facing Mstr Bdrm! Main & Lower Frplcs! Gourmet Kit! S/S Appliances! Level Kitchens! Beautifully Master Suite w/Private Balcony! Great Landscaped! 26X30' Garage! Rm w/ Cathedrals, Frplc, Hot Tub & Roof 07! Siding 09! Steam Shower! $549,000.00 $499,900.00

SOLD WEBSTER LAKE - Exceptional WEBSTER LAKE – Killdeer Island - WEBSTER LAKE - South Pond! Property! Spectacular Sunsets! 100' Almost New 4,400’ Custom 8 Rms! North Pond! Western Exp – Waterfront! 5700'! 4 Fireplaces! Cherry Phenomenal Sunsets! Custom 3000’ All the Extra’s! Beautiful Library! Granite Kitchen! Media Rm! Dream! 10’ Tray Ceilings! Killer Lake Sunrises! Applianced! Granite! Black Pearl Foyer! Tray Ceilings! Master Lake Facing Master & Master Bath! Views! Super Lake Facing 3 Rm Master 2 Fireplaces! 4/6 Bdrms! 3Baths! Suite & Office Suite! Lake Level w/Kitchen &10x20 Resistance Pool! Suite! 3 Bdrms! 3 Marble Tile Baths! Office! Hrdwd & Slate! Air! Theramador Kitchen! C/Air! Garages! Gardens! Security! And More! Finished 3rd Level! 2Car Garage! $739,900.00 $1,599,000.00 $679,900.00

WEBSTER LAKE - South Pond – 105’ Level Waterfront – Western Exposure = Beautiful Sunsets! 10 Rm Contemp! Lake Views - Most Rooms! Fireplaced! Open Flr Plan! 4 Bdrms! Master Bath w/Jacuzzi! 2.5 Baths! Great for Entertaining & All Water Sports! Slate Patio! 2 Car Gar! And More! $549,900.00

WEBSTER LAKE! Middle Pond Southern Exposure! Panoramic Lake Views! 112’ Waterfront! Level 13,016’ Lot! Sandy Shoreline! 8 Rm Ranch! Applianced Kit! Frplcd Liv Rm w/Lake Views! 3 Lake Facing Bdrms! Master Bath! 3 Skylights! 2 Car Garage! Convenient Killdeer Island! $439,900.00

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NEW NEW LISTING LISTING THOMPSON – 225 Wagher Road! 6 Rm Split! 3 Bdrms! 2 Baths! Open Flr Plan! Applianced! Recently Finished Lower Level Fam Rm w/Pellet Stove! Storage Rm/Workshop! Garage w/Opener! Private Backyard w/Trex Deck! 1.39 Acres! $204,900.00

NEW PRICE WEBSTER LAKE! 53 Bates Point! WEBSTER LAKE – South Pond! 92 Lakeside Ave! Southwestern Exposure! Eastern Exp = Spectacular Sunrises! 9 Rm Contemp! 3 Levels w/Panoramic Lake Sunsets! Huge Lake Views! Complete Views! Granite, Marble & Hrdwds! 2005 Remodel Inside & Out! Fireplaced! 3 Bdrms - Lake Facing Master! Open Floor Plan! Cathedrals! Media Rm! Detached 3 Car w/2nd Flr Fireplace! 2 Bedrooms! Applianced! Expansion Potential! 220' Deep Lot! Central Air! Garage! Permanent Dock! $539,900.00 $449,900.00


WEBSTER – 25 Black Point Rd! 6 Rm 2050’ Colonial! 6Yrs Young! Applianced! Form Din Rm! 22’ LivRm! 22’ Mstr Bdrm/Mstr Bath! 3 Bdrms! 2.5 Baths! Corner Lot! Webster Lake Colonial Park Beach Rights! $289,900.00

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WEBSTER – 55 Ash Street! 6+ Rm WEBSTER - 64 Old Douglas Rd! Cape “Plus” 5+ Rm Gambrel set on Custom Split Entry Cape! Over 1 30,884’! Live in One, Collect Rent from Acre of Privacy! 6 Rms! Cathedral the Other! Cape w/Frplcd Liv Rm! Ceilings! 3 Bdrms! Master Suite 3 Bdrms! 1.5 Baths! Hardwoods! 2 Car Garage! Gambrel w/2/3 Bdrms! w/Bath! 2 Full Baths! Detached 2 Car Garage w/500sq.ft. Loft - "Man Full Bath! Nice Kitchen! And More! Town"! $259,900.00 $229,900.00

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DOUGLAS - 5 Common St! Spectacular 9 Rm 2,900’ Antique Colonial! 4 Bdrms! Fireplaced Din Rm & Study! Spacious Modern Kit! Updated Roof, Buderus Furnace, Electrical, & More! A Must See!! Convenient to Highways & Airports! $409,900.00

SUTTON - Lake Singletary! 100’ Waterfront! 1.5 Acres! Ideal Summer Getaway or Use Year Round! 6 Rooms! 2/3 Bedrooms! 2 Sided Fireplace! Wide Pine Floors! Beautiful Lake Views! Screened Porch! $349,900.00

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WEBSTER LAKE – 202 Treasure Island! Townhouse! Move-in Condition! 6 Rms, 2 Bdrms, Master Bath, 2.5 Baths Total! Applianced! Din Rm w/Sliders to Deck! Frplcd Fam Rm w/Sliders to Patio! C/Air! Garage w/Storage! 2 BOAT SLIPS! Sandy Beach! Heated Pool! $249,900.00

WEBSTER LAKE – 86 Bates Point WEBSTER LAKE Road! Views across Middle Pond! Middle Pond – Reid Smith Cove! Breathtaking Sunsets! 7 Rm Ranch! Western Exposure – Beautiful Sunsets! Multi-functional 13x21 Brady Sun Room! 7Rms! 3/4 Bedrooms! Cathedrals! Applianced! 3/4 Bdrms! Master w/Lake 1.5Baths! Garage! $424,900.00 Views! Fully Finished Walk-out Lower 2 Additional Waterfront Lots – 8500’! Level! 2.5 Baths! Garage! Decks! Prime $184,900.00 + $224,900 50’ Waterfront! $499,900.00

SUTTON - LAKE SINGLETARY! Young Custom Built 6+ Rm Contemp! Applianced Custom Kit w/Center Island! Liv Rm w/Cathedral Ceiling! 3 Bdrms! Master Bath! 2.5 Baths! Walkout Lower Level! Enjoy all Lake Living has to Offer! $488,500.00

WEBSTER LAKE - 63 Bates Point Rd! 90' Waterfront! 1/2 Acre! Main House plus 2 Separate Rental Units! Beautiful Grounds! Sandy Beach! Eastern Exp = Beautiful Sunrises! Great Opportunity! $699,000.00

WEBSTER LAKE – Pt Breeze! Middle Pond - Western Exp - Super Lake Views & Sunsets! 2 Yr Rd Homes! 7 Rm Cape! Lake Facing Liv Rm! Formal Dining! Applianced! Recent Bathrooms, Roof, Furnace & Electric! Frplcd! 4 Rm Waterfront Yr Rd Guest House/Rental! 110’ Waterfront! Garages! $689,900.00

WEBSTER LAKE - South Pond! 25 Bates Grove Rd! 88’ Waterfront! 20,712’ Lot! 2 Complete Living Levels - 2 Kitchens! Cathedrals w/Skylights! Fireplace! 3 Bedrooms! 3 Full Baths! Panoramic Lake Views! 2 Car Garage! $599,900.00

WEBSTER LAKE – 220 Killdeer Island, 75’ Sandy Beach! Fantastic Lakefront Home! Cherry Kitchen! Lake Facing Din & Liv Rms! 5 Bdrms 2 on 1st Flr - 3 Lake Facing! Master Bath! 3 Full Baths! 11X46 Office/Workshop/Utility! Garages! AC! Pro Landscaped! Level Lot! Trex Deck! Dock! $799,900.00

MORTGAGEE’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE AT PUBLIC AUCTION Monday, June 7, 2010

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7 Blackmer Road sgl fam, 836 sf liv area, 9.95 ac lot, 5 rm, 2 bdrm, 1 bth, Worcester(Worc): Bk 33966, Pg 16

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89 Lebanon Street sgl fam, 1,526 sf liv area, 0.24 ac lot, 6 rm, 3 bdrm, 1.5 bth, Worcester(Worc): Bk 36531, Pg 177

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OPEN HOUSE SUN June 6th, 9:30-11 OPEN HOUSE SUN 6/6 1:30-3 Pomfret $710,000 88 Hamlet Hill Road Panoramic southerly views! 5.5 ac + adjacent 4.9 ac building lot. 24x24 barn w/loft & heated green house attached to home. Fruit tree grove & gardens. Angled wings create visual room interest outside & in. 1st floor MBR w/adjacent office/library. 2 BR up w/sky-lit bonus/hobby room off of one. Unique home in a special location. Directions: Rt 97 to Cassidy Road. Hamlet Hill on right. House on left. Listed at $710,000 www.e237174.prudentialct.com Jo Vickers, Fine Home Specialist 860-913-5548

OPEN HOUSE SAT 6/5 1-2:30 Woodstock $444,900 78 Pulpit Rock Rd www.E238581.pruct.com Many, Many updates! 3+ ac w/2843 sf & featuring a ton of Brunarhans detail work. A fireplaced, Brunarhans kitchen and upstairs is a gracious MBR and three other bedrooms. Dir: From Woodstock Hill, proceed on Old Hall Road, right on Pulpit Rock Rd, house on left. Stephanie Gosselin 860-428-5960

OPEN HOUSE SAT 6/5 1-3 Killinlgy $218,405 7 Mountain View REDUCED! www.E236921.pruct.com Newer one level, 55+ Condo w/attached garage. Corian kitchen, Fireplace, open living room with sliders to deck. Low fees. Beautiful. Dir: Rt 101 to Valley to Ryan to Moutain View. Mary Collins 860-336-6677

OPEN HOUSE SAT 6/5 1-3 Dayville $219,000 18 Charlton Ave www.E230127.pruct.com Sitting high on the hill in a great neighborhood, this pristine home offers a large open floorplan. New roof, new windows, new flooring, new baths. Dir: Rt 101 West. Left on Upper Maple Rd, Right on Laurel Drive. Left on Charlton Ave. Katie Totten 860-465-6336

Pomfret Center $510,000 325 Wrights Crossing Stately Tudor in serene, yet neighborhood setting. Hardwood floors, central air. Custom built, privately sited down a winding drive. Abuts town & State land & neighbors Audubon land. Original tile/fixtures in BA’s. 5 BR, library/study & FR w/FP. LR w/FP. Front & back balcony hallways on 2nd floor. Dir: Home on right from Rt 101 or on left from Rt 44 www.E239353.prudentialct.com Jo Vickers, Fine Home Specialist 860-913-5548

OPEN HOUSE SUN 6/6 11:30-1 Pomfret Center $452,000 40 Fox Hill Rd www.E239440.pruct.com Elegant Colonial w/2 level porch. Lush gardens. Rumford FP in FR & MBR. Stainless & granite in kit. Butlers & walk-in Pantry & wet bar. Seasonal brook. Both open & private space! Dir: Rt 169 to Fox Hill, property one mile on left. Jo Vickers 860-913-5548

Woodstock $249,900 www.E233405.pruct.com Start your spring season in this nicely kept 2364 sf Colonial w/large country kit, DR, LR w/FP & den/Office Walk-up attic. Large Barn w/loft & 2 outbuildings on 2.77 ac. Plenty of room for gardens & animals. Roger Gale 860-377-3504

Woodstock $299,000 www.E234854.pruct.com Looking to get back to nature? 4.20 private ac, large pond, streams, barn w/ stalls, meadows & a stately 3BR/2.5BA home w/water view only minutes from amenities! Lisa Davidson 860-377-8747

OPEN HOUSE SAT 6/5 10am-12 noon Pomfret $390,000 299 Paine Rd www.E238064.pruct.com 2005 custom built Cape on almost 5 ac w/2400 sf & oak floors on 1st floor. 1st floor MBR, kitchen w/corian, eating area & wet bar. Formal LR & DR. Dir: From intersection of Rt 44 & 97 proceed south on Rt 97. Right onto Fay Rd, 2nd right is Paine Rd Stephanie Gosselin (860) 428-5960

Canterbury $345,000 NEW LISTING! www.E239413.pruct.com Private Custom Cape w/ 9+ acres & pond, beautiful horse property. Full In-law with walkout basement. Mary Collins 860-336-6677

Woodstock $279,900 JUST REDUCED! www.E229767.pruct.com Best of both worlds! Style & space of a Colonial w/above ground lower level for added space! Open kitchen, LR/DR, immaculately kept w/3BR, 2.5BA & 2 car garage! Monique Maldonado 860-913-7414

Woodstock $259,000 www.E239311.pruct.com 1644 sf Ranch on Woodstock Hill w/pretty view from 12x15, 4-season sunroom. 13x21 LR w/FP. Surrounded by many flowering bushes, blueberry bushes & gardens. Walking distance to the Academy, the Pink House & village green. Roger Gale 860-377-3504

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OPEN HOUSE SAT 6/5 12-2 Woodstock $474,900 NEW LISTING 1929 Rt 198 www.E239518.pruct.com 10.06 ac! Garrison Colonial, 4 BR, 3.5 BA, eat-in kit & formal DR. 2760 sf; deck & pool. Horses if you like, a true 14x32 pole barn. New roof & kit, freshly painted, Buderus furnace. Dir: Rt 198 N from intersection of Rt 197 & 198 to 1929 on right just before Pole Bridge Rd Monique Maldonado 860-913-7414

Woodstock $422,000 REDUCED!! www.E229284.pruct.com 4 open ac at the end of a dead end road! 2+BR, 2633 sf w/soaring bowed flat-stone dry stacked FP in the LR/DR. “Silo” staircase, heated pool & pool. Gardens & privacy abound! Stephanie Gosselin 860-428-5960

Thompson $389,900 www.E239055.pruct.com 1st time on market! Custom built Contemporary! Features 2600 sf, MBR suite, sunken LR, formal DR, 1st floor office, FR w/FP, sunroom, eat-in kitchen & much more. 3.1 ac w/views! Mike Wolak 860-377-1043

Woodstock $199,900 www.E235549.pruct.com One level living! Large 3BR, 2BA, 1670 sf Ranch w/open kitchen/dining area. 1 ac lot w/wrap around porch, detached 4 car barn/garage/workshop. Great views in back! Monique Maldonado 860-913-7414

2 Lebanon Street sgl fam, 943 sf liv area, 0.25 ac lot, 5 rm, 2 bdrm, 1 bth, Worcester(Worc): Bk 30466, Pg 345

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OPEN HOUSE SAT 6/5 12-2 Pomfret $295,000 85 Longmeadow Dr www.E238143.pruct.com Spacious cape in a lovely neighborhood setting. Hardwoods and granite counters, finished lower level with a great view. Dir: Rt. 44 to Longmeadow Dr. Donna Ogle 860-377-1837

Woodstock $169,900 REDUCED!! www.E239007.pruct.com Great Buy on an updated Country Ranch. Roof, Windows, Flooring, Cabinets, Appliances, & Septic all in the last 3 years. Sold AS IS. Mary Collins 860-336-6677

Woodstock $344,900 www.E238222.pruct.com Beautiful colonial on 3.4 ac w/pool & waterfront on Keach pond. 2900sf of living and entertaining space includes a finished basement, MBR suite and eat-in kitchen! Brooke Gelhaus 860-336-9408

Putnam $229,000 www.E231049.pruct.com Enjoy Old World Charm with this Victorian Era Gem. 1626 sf, 3 BR Cape retains early features. 2 car garage & large workshop. 2 ac w/brook. A Quality Historic Home! Karen Chambrello 860-617-5067

TERMS: $5,000 cash or certified check at the time and place of the sale. The balance to be paid within thirty (30) days at the law offices of Korde & Associates, P.C., 321 Billerica Rd., Chelmsford, MA, 01824, Attorney for the Mortgagee. Auctioneer makes no representation as to the accuracy of the information contained herein

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Southbridge: Premium LOCATION for this great updated 2 family! Townhouse Style. 6 rooms 3 bedrooms each side. Dining room! Vinyl sided, updated windows. Modern throughout! GREAT YARD! Situated on side street near hospital! $159,900. Rental income for each side is $700.(P & I under $900 @ 5% w/3 1/2% down, call for details!)

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WEST BROOKFIELD – Beautiful colonial nestled on 13+ acres, spacious open floor plan, teen suite, four bedrooms, fireplaced family room, enclosed porch, fenced area for small children or pets. Great area. Near Lake Wickaboag. $279,900

THOMPSON-A very unique 4 bedroom, 2 bath, post and beam Cape Cod home, nicely situated on almost 8 acres in Thompson. This home has so much to enjoy with its bright chef's kitchen and fireplaced livingroom.There are so many nice features to this home that you must see it to truly appreciate all it has to offer. A real family home proudly listed at 299,500.

WORCESTER – Recently renovated colonial on dead end street near Webster Square, three bedroom, two full baths, cherry kitchen with granite, home also has cathedrals, skylights and beautiful fenced yard. Must be seen to be truly appreciated. Call today. $204,900

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WOODSTOCK This 1200 sq ft, 3 bedroom 1 bath Ranch needs total rehab including a plumber, electrician, heating and cooling , contractor. Sits on .70 acres on a beautiful road in Woodstock. Now priced at $70,000

RENTALS: New Rental - Putnam: Commerical Condo on state highway for rent. Two units available with owner willing to consider all tenant options. Rent includes water, sewer, taxes, grounds, and trash. A great deal of potential to improve and grow your business. Offers at $950/mo.

LAND: REDUCED-THOMPSON Wake up every morning and look out onto Quaddick Lake. This 1 acre lot of raw land would make a great home site. No per'c or survey done. Owner is motivated to sell. Make an offer. Now priced at $60,000

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her mother some ideas for Quench. Brusa said she decided to write a young adult book because she wanted to create something that would encourage people to read. “I wanted to do something they would want to pick up and read and not turn them off,” she said. “It’s definitely a compelling book in that way.” Purchasing the book will not only give the reader some entertainment, but they’ll be assisting a charitable cause. Ten percent of the proceeds from each book go toward the pro-

gram Heather’s Cause at Shrewsbury Youth and Family Services. The program, Brusa said, is for children with mood disorder and is named after her youngest daughter, who is bipolar. Brusa is self-publishing her book through Author House. She said she chose this route over sending her manuscript to publishers because she’ll have more say in how the book is produced, such as the title and the front cover of the book. “I really like to have control over the book,” she said. While attending Auburn High School in the mid-1980s, Brusa said she took an English literature class

that sparked her interest in writing. She later took creative writing classes at Quinsigamond Community College in Worcester, where she wrote numerous short stories. Brusa said she has always had a love of reading. Two of her influences are Tess Gerritsen, who writes thrillers based around her home state of Maine, and Stephanie Meyer, author of the “Twilight” series. For aspiring writers who have yet to be published, Brusa said they should keep striving for that dream. “Don’t let people tell you that you can’t do it — if you have the passion for it, you can do it,” she said. “Stick

to your goals.” Brusa acknowledged that writing takes up a lot of time and said she is grateful for the support she has gotten from her husband Christopher and three children. “I’ve been literally writing and not doing much of anything else,” she said. Though the writing may be timeconsuming, Brusa said the process of writing the book has been fun. She said she particularly enjoyed hitting the words “The End,” while finishing up her book at a park. “It was an amazing feeling,” she said. Brusa has several local book sign-

ings this summer. On Saturday, June 26, she has a signing at Tatnuck Bookseller in Westborough, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., and that same day she will be at the Auburn Mall from 2 to 5 p.m. On Saturday, July 10, she has a book signing scheduled from 1 to 4 p.m. at Borders in Shrewsbury. Once her book becomes live, it will be available at the bookstores listed and may also be purchased on Amazon.com and her Web site http://tracybrusa.vpweb.com. Teresa A. Franco may be reached at 508-909-4136 or e-mail her at [email protected].

Selectmen choose final three town manager hopefuls When visiting the candidates’ communities over the next few weeks, Hammond said he is going to look for two things — proven communication and effective leadership. “I think those two things are important,” he said. “I think trust is very important as well.” Hammond said he is pleased with how the selection process has gone so far and commended Hicks for putting his efforts into it. “We’re going to get a good candidate out of these three,” he said. Aside from the candidates’ “impressive résumés,” Goodrich said, they all seemed to understand the new Charter and are prepared to work under it. In addition, she said, the candidates appeared to be looking forward to

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was a challenge to narrow it down to three, but it was necessary.” Hammond said he liked that Palia was “straight forward” with his answers and had a “healthy understanding” of the town’s Charter and bylaws. He added that he also liked that Palia did not give “typical political answers.” Hammond said he felt O’Connor answered the questions well and noted that O’Connor has done “a real good job” of managing the town’s budget during the economic crisis during the past few years.

“tackling the job.” While visiting the candidates’ communities, Goodrich said she would see how each fits into their community and talk with their department heads. Goodrich said she is looking forward to moving ahead with the process. “We’re down to three and we start with a clean slate,” she said. “All three should have the same opportunity and let’s see this process through.” Selectman Robert Grossman said the candidates “hit a lot of points” in their questioning about working with department heads, communication and budget constraints. “We have three good candidates,” he said. “It’s going to be hard to come down and decide

the final candidate.” Grossman acknowledged that the candidates have a variety of qualifications and strengths. He added that the board is being thorough with the process. “It’s a big decision that’s going to make a difference,” he said. “We want to make sure we get the right person.” Selectman Steve Simonian said he thinks the process is going “very well” so far. He said he liked that the three candidates selected were “straightforward” with their interview questions. “They didn’t seem uncomfortable,” he said.

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in 1954. Subsequently, she said Colakathis became the basketball, field hockey and softball coach in the 1950s and 1960s. In 1983, Gibree said, Colakathis was voted best cheerleader by the student body. Colakathis’ favorite sport to teach, Gibree said, was badminton, and a she was up for game with students until her retirement. “She is best known for her support of the athletic teams at Auburn High School,” Gibree said, adding that Colakathis never forgot a name. Colakathis spoke highly of her experience teaching at the high school. She said the students were always hardworking and enthusiastic. “The children of Auburn were the heartbeat of my life,” she said. “I made it my goal to give them the best instruction possible.” Colakathis was given citations from State Sen. Michael Moore

(presented by his aid, Thomas O’Neill) and State Rep. Paul Frost. Colakathis was also honored at a ceremony at the high school softball field the following day, Tuesday, June 8, after the Auburn News’ deadline.

FIELD SCOREBOARDS The School Committee is contemplating letting local businesses who donate money for school projects advertise on the school’s property. The issue came up when Guertin Trophy owner Robert Zannotti said he was interested in forming a fundraiser with assistance from the Auburn Athletics Booster Club in buying new scoreboards for the baseball and softball fields, adding that the current ones are “lacking.” Zannotti said several local businesses have told him they would be interested in giving donations for the scoreboards in exchange for advertising their businesses on

them. If given the OK within the next few weeks, Zannotti said he could have the project done by the fall. However, committee members acknowledged that they have a policy that they must give approval of advertising on school property. School Committee member Todd Hammond said he did not see a problem with the proposal. “I see no issue,” he said. But some of the other members said they would like more time to review the details. Committee member Elizabeth Gribbons said she was not opposed to the idea but wanted more time to “digest” the information. “I want it done the right way,” she said. The committee will make a decision at the next scheduled meeting, Monday, June 21. Teresa A. Franco may be reached at 508-909-4136 or e-mail her at [email protected].


Former Auburn physical education teacher Rebecca Colakathis gives thanks for the school system naming the school’s softball field after her at a School Committee meeting Monday, June 7.

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hole sponsors. Currently, Gibree said she has six foursomes lined up to play and has the capacity for 18 groups. In the past, Gibree said they usually only get between 13 and 14 foursomes. In past years, Gibree said the club usually generates $2,500 to $3,000 from the event, making it the organization’s largest fundraiser. Gibree noted that this year the club held a wine tasting event in the spring for the first time, which “brought in a lot of money” as well. However, she said the golf tournament is

still the organization’s biggest fundraiser. Gibree acknowledged that the Booster Club helps fund several things for the school’s sports teams. The club sponsored the Super Bowl rings for the football team, in addition to the rings and banquet for the baseball team. They have also funded some equipment in the weight room not included in the athletic budget, batting cages for the softball and baseball teams and buses for several teams going on away games. Gibree said the Booster Club does not pay for required items for teams — such as uniforms — but “any extra stuff ” that may be

needed not factored into the budget. “Not once have the parents had to fork over any money for the Super Bowl rings,” she said. Booster Club member Pam Vaitkunas, who is taking over for Gibree when she steps down, said that the organization tries not to hold too many fundraisers each year to avoid “over doing” it in town. “When we have one we try to make it big and try to raise a lot of money at one time,” she said. Vaitkunas said the Golf Tournament event is for all golfers at various levels and she encouraged anyone to

POLICE LOG Saturday, May 29 Brendon Patrick Preston, of 17 Flint Pond Road, Worcester, was charged with destruction of property over $250, negligent operation of motor vehicle and assault and battery. Monday, May 31 Boris Ravdel, of 95 James St., Voluntown, Conn., was charged with speeding and operation a vehicle under the influence. Tuesday, June 1 Todd Walles, of 22 Meadow Lane, Worcester, was charged with larceny over $250. Wednesday, June 2 Minh Minniet, of 1 Glenwood St., Worcester, was charged with operating a motor vehicle with a suspended license, operation of motor vehicle with a false name or social security number after arrest. Angel Victor Rodriguez, of 34 Canterbury

St., Worcester, was charged with operation of a motor vehicle with suspended license, domestic assault and battery, negligent operation of motor vehicle and failure to wear a seat belt. Thursday, June 3 Benjamin Lopez, of 4 Waban Ave., Worcester, was charged with operating a motor vehicle without a license, equipment violation and miscellaneous motor vehicle. Friday, June 4 Joseph Moore Jr., of 49 Havelock Road, Worcester, was charged with operation of a motor vehicle with suspended license and speeding. Hector Espola, of 62 Harrington St., Southbridge, was charged with operation of a motor vehicle with suspended license and operation of a motor vehicle with no inspection/sticker.

give it a try. She also pointed out that Auburn is lucky enough to not have a pay to play system for the schools and that the booster club is happy to help keep it that way. Gibree said the event is a good way to enjoy the day and

is hopeful the event will be a success this year. “It would be really nice if we could get some players to go out and enjoy themselves for the day,” she said. For more information or to register for the event, contact

Gibree at 508-397-0298 or [email protected]. Teresa A. Franco may be reached at 508-909-4136 or email her at [email protected].

NEWS BRIEFS Hometown Bank board re-elects directors and officers OXFORD — The annual meeting of Hometown Bank was held recently at the bank’s headquarters at 31 Sutton Ave., Oxford. The bank’s shareholders re-elected four directors and the board of directors elected its officers for the coming year. The shareholders re-elected Brian Galonek, Hank LaMountain, Jeanne Katrenak, and Matthew Sosik to new terms to the Board of Directors. The shareholders also elected Hank LaMountain to the position of clerk of the corporation. The Board of Directors re-elected Jeanne Katrenak to her second year as board chair. James O’Coin was once again tapped to be the board’s vice chairman. President and CEO Matthew Sosik reported that Hometown Bank’s performance in 2009 continued to place the Bank in the top echelon of financial performers in the country. The Bank’s Total Assets for year-end 2009 were $212.4 million, up over $8.5 million from the year before. Total loans finished the year at nearly $178 million. Total Equity Capital was $21.8 million at year-end 2009, just about 10.5 percent of Assets. “2009 was another very difficult year for the economy and certainly for the banking industry,” said Sosik. “In spite of the economy, the bank earned $1.76 million in after-tax profit for the year.” “Our continued financial success is the end result of a huge effort by many people. Our hard working and dedicated staff and Board of Directors once again turned in great work and we continue to have loyal and supportive customers. It is that hard work, team spirit, and customer loyalty that will continue to allow Hometown Bank to prosper in 2010 and beyond,” added Sosik. - Submitted by Hometown Bank

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Foreign language educators meet in Washington WASHINGTON — 2010 President of the Massachusetts Foreign Language Association (MaFLA) Cherie Baggs of Oxford, and MaFLA Membership Chair Patrick Loconto of Southbridge, are pictured with Congressman Richard E. Neal (MA Second District) on the steps of the Capitol in late May. Baggs and Loconto were in Washington as official delegates from the state foreign language association at the annual Legislative Day and Delegates Assembly organized by the Joint National Committee on Languages (JNCL) - National Council for Languages and International Studies (NCLIS), an organization representing more than 250,000 foreign language teachers from 65 groups nationwide. During their visits with congressional members and/or their staff, they emphasized the importance of global education and foreign language competence in today’s world.



Teeing off for Bryce FAMILY ORGANIZING GOLF TOURNEY TO HELP WITH MEDICAL BILLS BY JOY RICHARD STONEBRIDGE PRESS STAFF WRITER

WEBSTER — In most cases, parents will do anything to preserve the well-being and quality of life for their child, and Koran and Chris Adams are no exception to this standard as they fight for their son’s life. Bryce Adams, 5, has suffered his entire life from MPS III A. Sanfilippo Syndrome, an enzyme deficiency that affects the development of the body’s connective tissues. According to his mother Koran Adams, he was diagnosed with the illness at 15 months old. She described the moment — which happened only two days before Mothers Day in 2006 — as a major blow to her family, herself, her husband Chris, and daughters Katrina, 14, Abigail, 11, Vivian, 9, and Bryce’s twin sister Ellie, 5. Koran said she was told after Bryce’s diagnosis that there was no cure for MPS III A. Sanfilippo Syndrome, and that he would most likely succumb to the disease in between the ages of 10 to 14, something she hopes will change as medicine continues to evolve. This is why the family is hosting the Fight For Bryce Golf Tournament Sunday, July 25, at Pine Ridge Country Club, at 28 Pleasant St., North Oxford. Registration will be at 11:30 a.m., and tee off is set for 1 p.m. Registration deadline is Saturday, July 10.

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Webster resident Bryce Adams, 5, enjoys his favorite cereal treat.

According to Koran, there must be teams of four, and to reserve a spot, people interested can send in their $100 check payable to the “Bryce Adams Trust,” along with their name, address, phone number and names of the team’s players to The Adams, 5 Henry St., Webster, MA, 01570, or call Chris at 774-2806222 and by e-mail at [email protected]. For more information on the event itself, visit www.fightforbryce.com.

She said from the point he was diagnosed, the fight was on to preserve Bryce’s life. “It was devastating to find out that our only son would never have the chance to live a full life,” said Koran. “He will never attend events such as his own graduation or proms or even have the chance to marry and have children of his own. His father will never get the chance to play organized sports with his only son. His mom will never be able to teach him how to dance with his first date. His four sisters know that he will not be here with us forever but they also know that we can still work hard and give him a life worth every moment together.” Koran said the money they hope to raise through the event would go toward his future treatments, which will have to take place in North Carolina at Duke University Hospital. This is because doctors there have operated on Bryce in the past and they are the only physicians in the region trained in the technicalities of Bryce’s rare disorder. When speaking to Chris, he said he gives all of the credit to his wife when it comes to keeping Bryce on track with his illness and development, and acting as the family’s cheerleader. “She is the reason he is the way he is,” said Chris during an interview with the Webster Times last week.

Koran and Chris Adams pose with their son, Bryce, 5, at their home in Webster Wednesday, June 2. They will hold the Fight For Bryce Golf Tournament to raise money for the treatment of MPS III A. Sanfilippo disease, which he has been suffering from since birth.

“It is all about mom [and what she does].” Koran said she is equally grateful to her four girls who, even at a young age, understand what their brother has to go through, and have selflessly made sacrifices in their own lives to make sure Bryce’s

needs came first. “I wish that I could give the girls back everything that they have given up, from the dance lessons to having friends over,” said Koran. Joy Richard may be reached at 508909-4129 or by e-mail at [email protected].

‘He left a legacy’ HART MOURNED AFTER LOSING CANCER BATTLE BY RYAN GRANNAN-DOLL STONEBRIDGE PRESS STAFF WRITER

He always put others before himself. Whether in his job as security director for Harrington Memorial Hospital, or as a Sturbridge police officer, he was always serving others in some way, shape or form. It is fitting, then, that so many of those whose lives he touched came out last week to pay their respects to public safety officer, businessman and family man John Hart, 57, of Millward Road in Charlton, who died May 29 after a long battle with cancer. Born in Hartford, Conn., Hart was well known in Worcester County for his role with Harrington role and his service on the TriEpic Emergency Preparedness Committee. He was also a Sturbridge police officer for more than 20 years. Hart, a tall man with a disarming smile, was always helping others in some way — whether on his police beat or helping his children in their endeavors. Sturbridge Police Chief Thomas Ford was just one of the people whom Hart touched. As a newly sworn-in 21-year-old part-time officer in 1985, Ford was assigned to ride with Hart, a new full-time officer, to learn the law enforcement ropes. The pair would discuss how to better respond to calls they had been dispatched to. “It made for quite an interesting duo because both of us were unfamiliar with the area,” Ford said. Hart was also a dedicated educator in his role as the Drug Abuse Assistance Education officer, according to Ford. “I think people are destined for that particular role. He had a talent for that. Instead of sitting on that, he expanded on that,” Ford said. Others recalled Hart for his many years of service to Harrington and preparing the region for a catastrophic emergency. Harrington CEO and President Edward Moore said Hart had a unique ability to bring people together and coordinate emergency preparedness, which he said greatly helped the region and hospital. “He left a legacy,” Moore said Friday, June 4, immediately after Hart’s funeral at the Notre Dame Church on Main Street in Southbridge. “He’s touched so many people in the 15 years [at Harrington].” Hart served the public because that is just the kind of guy he was. He cared about other people more than himself, according to his widow, Linda, whom Hart married seven

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years ago. “He never expected anything back for the good deeds he had done,” Linda said. Despite his pubic profile, Hart was a serene and private man with a warm personal side. Ford said Hart was always helping his children in their adventures and often carried a smile. “I will most fondly remember him by way of his wit his humor his smile. He was always smiling,” Ford said. With that warm personality came a healthy sense of humor. Hart would often tell Linda goodbye in a special way. “We had a saying. I always used to say see you later alligator,” Linda said, adding her husband would return the words with, “In a while crocodile.” Outside of work, Hart enjoyed riding horses, which his family kept at their home, maintaining his property, and doing two crossword puzzles daily, Linda said. Accustomed to the city life of Hartford, he had to adjust to a slower lifestyle in Charlton. “He learned to be more of a country boy,” Linda said. Despite his battles with illness, Hart was not a quitter. Moore said he visited Hart the day before his death to find him “very animated.” “He was just communicative, energized,” he said. Most of all, though, he was a man filled with a love of life and dedication to serving others, family, friends or strangers. “He was a great guy,” said Harrington Security Supervisor Carlton Rondeau, who worked under Hart. After the service Friday, Hart was laid to rest at the Worcester County Memorial Park in Paxton. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his memory to the Sturbridge Police Association c/o Youth Program 346 Main St., Sturbridge, MA 01566, or to the Cancer Center at Harrington Memorial Hospital, 100 South St., Southbridge, MA 01550. Ryan Grannan-Doll can be reached by phone at (508) 909-4050, or by e-mail at [email protected].

Shawn Kelley photo

State and local police line the walkway leading into Notre Dame Church as pallbearers carry John Hart’s coffin inside.



HOME & GARDEN Navigating Through The Choices In Composite Decking (NAPS)

When many consumers decide to add a new deck or replace an existing one with a lowmaintenance composite version, they typically discover an overwhelming amount of information available. Homeowners might find themselves faced with many options and have questions about how to choose the right product. What type of composite decking is right for me? How do I choose from the different types of deck boards? What color combinations are right for my home? There are quite a few different decking options available, based on individual needs and budgets. Composite decking is available in several different types of boards with varying looks, colors and qualities; therefore, it is important to understand all the alternatives. Based on all these options, how can consumers decide which is best for their lifestyle? TimberTech, one of the leading manufacturers of composite decking, railing and fencing products, offers a number of tools that help sort through the details of choosing a deck and assist consumers in make educated decisions about their new deck. At the beginning of the decision-making process, consumers first need to choose the type of board that best fits their lifestyle and

tastes. Tools such as the Product Selector guide consumers through a series of step-bystep questions that are used to uncover their needs, habits and deck usage. The results give consumers options of board type and style that are best suited to their needs. Another tool that is helpful during the planning process is the Deck Designer. By using the Deck Designer, consumers can enter the desired size, shape and color of their dream deck so that they can envision the deck before it is built. When the deck design is complete, users can print a 3-D model of the deck, build a materials list and get installation guidelines and helpful construction tips for their deck. The newest tool, designed to help consumers decide between the varieties of color combinations available, is TimberTech’s Color Visualizer. The Color Visualizer lets consumers choose different home colors and decking color combinations. The colors of the primary decking, accent decking, rails, balusters and posts can all be changed to build a customized look. If consumers are looking for more direction, the Color Visualizer also offers suggestions of the most popular color combinations. No matter what type of composite decking consumers choose, it is important to under-

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(2) 350 Chevy Marine 400HP Race Motors With Aluminum Intake Manifolds And Holly Carburetors. Good For Either Rebuilds, Or Parts Engine $1500 For The Pair Call 508-259-8805

(2) Antique Decorative Pieces Of Farm Equipment To Enhance Your Lawn Or Garden (1) McCormick Horse-Drawn Mower (1) Single Gang Tractor Harrow Located In Leicester, MA

Best Offer 508-892-3488

(2) Bookcases $100 For Both Desk w/Matching 2-Drawer Filing Cabinet $100

Call 508-949-7040

(2) Commercial Showcase 6’Wx2’D, 82” High $300 413-245-1241

(2) Girls Bikes 22 Inch $10 Each

508-756-9296

(2) Mercedes-Benz Alloy Wheels Fit 190-124 Body Style, 1985-1992. Wheel Size Is 6.5” x 15” 1 Wheel Includes Michelin XM+S Alpin Radial (195-65-15) In Near-New Condition. $165 For All

774-230-8816

(2)25 Ft. & (2)18 Foot Parking Lot Light Posts w/Double Lamps New $1500 508-764-8330

(6) HEPA Filters 1/3HP, 120V 2x4 Area Output Floor Or Wall-Mount Great For Woodworking Area. Cost New $1000 Sell For $125 Each OBO

Call 5pm-8:30pm 508-867-6546

1 Qt. Stanley Thermos Brand New $16

Emerson Microwave Small, Runs Great $20

Full-Size Sofabed Black $150

12-Cup Mr. Coffee Runs Great $10

Slipcover For Loveseat Sand/Suede, Never Used $12

Slipcover For Sofa Sand/Suede, Never Used $15

Computer Desk In Great Shape $40

(2)Small Pet Carriers Brand New, Still In Packages $7/Carrier

(2)Suitcases Carry-On With Strap $12 Bigger Carry-On With Wheels $18

Conair Foot Massage $20

508-410-6017

40’ Aluminum Ladder $295

New Sliding Screen Doors $50 Each

Pump Jacks $50 Each

New Sinks $50 & $75

New Radiator Heaters $30 Each

413-245-9266

1-800-536-5836 010 FOR SALE

27’ Above Ground Pool

Paying Top Dollar For Silver Coins, Silver Dollars, Gold Coins, Paper Money. Banks Recommend Us! We Travel To You! FREE Honest Appraisals We Operate By The Golden Rule!

L&L Coin Call Tom 508-450-1282

15’ Pool Ideal For Young Family! Bought From & Serviced By Ideal Pool. 5 Years Old, Excellent Condition. Outgrown. $1000 508-764-9985

18 Foot Fiberglass Boat 21 Foot Cabin Boat Aluminum Toolbox For Pickup Truck

Fiberglass Cap For Truck

Cultivator With Motor

Band Saw On Stand

NEW Lawnmower Fishing Rods With Reels

508-278-2684

1930’s Antique Hand-Painted Decorative Washtub Asking $175 508-765-0342

Top Of The Line Quality (Ester Williams) Includes Brand New Liner, Large Deck, Stairs, Filter, Pump, And All The Accesories. Over $10,000 New BEST OFFER 508-344-0195

3-Wheel Electric Handicap Scooter Has New Batteries, Lightweight, Great For Foxwoods Or Travel. $500 508-987-6395

4 Michelin Tires X-Metric MS 185/70/R14 $200

123 Paperback & 34 Hardcover Books $100 For All Decorative Drapery Rod 12’x20’ $20 New Echo Gas 17’ Trimmer Chainsaw & Accessories $800 508-867-6837

42” Wide Mitsubishi TV Medallion HD 1080p Not Wall Mounted, With Speaker. Good Condition. Asking $500

508-248-9248

454 350HP Marine Engine Complete & Running. Includes Alternator, Power Steering Pump, Raw Water Pump, Etc. $3500 Call 508-259-8805

55 Gallon Plastic Drums $20 Each

10 Aluminum Storm Windows

2 Garage Doors 7 Feet x 9 Feet With 2 Remote Genie Electric Door Openers. All In Excellent Condition Asking $300 413-245-7819

2 Grayish Bucket Seats Fit In 1999 Plymouth Minivan Excellent Condition $70 Each Or Both For $100 508-885-3136 860-888-5207

2005 Husqvarna GTH2548 Garden Tractor With Koeler 25HP V-Twin Command Commercial Engine. Less Than 100 Hours Use. 48” Deck, Newly Serviced. Includes Craftsman Dump Trailer. List $3295

Asking $2000 860-774-1261

2500 Sports Cards Mostly Stars & Rookies Baseball, Football, Hockey, Basketball, And More!

$50 508-864-9223

Air Conditioner General Electric 24,000 BTU, Window Mount, 230 Volts. Used One Summer. With Remote Control $400 Call Bob Or Joyce 508-885-2400

Air Conditioner Whirlpool Window Mount With Remote Control. 17,800 BTU Brand New/Never Used! $400 Call 508-987-7089

All In Brand New Condition 2 Sets Of Twin Mattresses 2 Black Bar Stools Black Leather Chair With Ottoman 27” TV (2) Boys Chopper Bikes 508-987-2502

Angle Iron Cutter For Shelving 4W296, HK Potter 2790 $90 OBO

Snowblower 49.5” Wide, For PTO $200 OBO Call 5pm-8:30pm 508-867-6546

Antique Cast-Iron Paper Cutter $150

Antique Cast-Iron Wire Stitcher $100

Cast-Iron Stapling Machine $100

Black Canvas Truck Bed-Cover

$175 OBO

John Deere Riding Lawnmower

$100 Fisher-Price Dollhouse (Furnished) $75 Electric Stove $100 Freezer $50 Kit Doll $50 (2)Workbenches $75 (2)A/C’s $25 Each 774-318-1304

$15

Call (508)461-9097

5HP Portable Air Compressor

$1995 OBO

Washer $50 Oak Table w/2 Chairs

$550

Used 15” Monitor

Large Piece Finished Cyprus Wood

Garage Compressor

$95 Fridge $50 Dryer $50

Set up for backhoe or truck

$200 For All 860-923-3569

1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee Car Buffer

9’ Fisher Heavy Duty Highway Plow With Blade

$150 OBO

$600 OBO

Craftsman Mower $350 OBO

1964 Glastron Boat Mercury Engine. Needs Work $600 OBO

Antique Farm Tractor $2000 OBO

508-248-5253

60 Foot Magnesium Ladder $400

Ryobi 10-Inch Mitre Saw $35

Potbelly Stove

$100

For Pickup Truck $200 (4) Chrome Wheels 15-Inch, Were On Dodge Van. Asking $200 For All 4

Call 508-873-1394

8-Inch/10-Inch Porcelain Plates All With Children’s Pictures By Well-Known Artist. With Certificates & Numbers, Still In Original Boxes. If Interested, Call 508-347-3238 Will Discuss Prices

80-Gallon Ruud Electric Water Heater 3 Years Old. Excellent Condition $400 508-341-6669

413-245-7388

Boys Baby Clothes Twins, Or Can Be Sold Individually .50 To $1 Each

Graco Infant Car Seat & Two Separate Bases

Baby Seat (All Purchases At Babies R Us) Call 508-943-3342 Ask For Pattie

Brand New Juki Commercial Sewing Machine Walking Foot, Table, Motor, All Accessories. Beautiful Machine. Paid $1600 Will Sell For $1200 Only Used Once 508-341-6941

Californa King Bedroom Set New Matress, Split Boxsprings, Headboard. With Beveled Glass-Top Bureau & 2 Endtables. $1500 OBO Ask For Ron Jr. 508-943-1000

Cameras Several 35MM Cameras Cannons & Pentex. Also: 8MM Movie Cameras Tripods Lots Of Extras!

$300 For The Lot Call After 4pm 508-987-5515

Carpet/Tile Tools

Call For Prices 508-579-4392

Antique Victorian 8pc. Black Marble Fireplace Mantle Surround

Cimbali Micro-Espresso Machine

Good Condition Best Offer For Both Leave Message 860-923-2987

For The Coffee Connoisseur! New $850 Asking $350 Has Been In Storage, Used Only Twice. 508-987-0549

Beautiful Antique Hutch

Clawfoot Tub

Purchased At Brimfield Flea Market. Paid $950

Asking $600

8-Foot Tonneau Cover

$150 Large Crockpot $50 (3) Antique Wood Windows $75 Each Small Shutters $4 Each

$275 508-885-2170

Antique Dresser

Oak Dining Room Set

$15 4-Foot Steel Shelves Very Heavy Duty $50 413-245-7388

$25

Cement Mixer

Bird’s-Eye Maple. Beautiful, In Great Condition.

Fits GMC/Chevy 1/2-Ton Pickups $75 774-452-3514

$60 $50

Great For Cabins! $600 Whole-House Ventilator

Floor Roller(75lbs) VCT Tile Cutter Laminate Kit Installiation Tile Cutter Small Wetsaw Undercut Saw Small Electric Welder Power Stretcher Tool For Carpet Knee-Kicker

NordicTrac TorsoTrac

Biolet Composting Toilet

Great Condition With 6 Chairs Paid $2500 Asking $500

Please Call 508-764-6825 Beautifully Etched Oak

King-Size Waterbed Frame With Drawers & Storage Underneath. Frame Is Less Than 10 Years Old And In Very Good Condition. Waterbed Heater Included If Interested. Heater Is Less Than 3 Years Old. Bed Frame Is Too Big For Our Bedroom Asking $250 OBO

508-234-8731 Brunarhans 12-Gun Hutch-Style

Gun Cabinet $500

Dry Bar With 2 Stools All Oak $500

Scuba Gear Tanks, Wetsuit, BC, Fins, Regulator With Octopus, Etc. $300 860-779-6171

Good Condition $300 508-867-9566

Coca-Cola Machines & Collectibles Glassware, Pictures, Signs, X-Mas Items, Sewing Material, Etc., Etc. Call For Appointment Weekdays 4pm-8pm Weekends Anytime Liz And Mike 508-949-7277 Webster

Coin-Operated FoosBall Table $300 Or Best Offer 860-774-8008

COINS State Quarters Still In Bank Rolls! Complete Set, ‘P’ & ‘D’ 774-232-0407

Coleman Powermate 5000W Generator 110V/220V, 20A. Well Maintained. 10HP Briggs & Stratton Engine. Recent New Magneto. Runs Well. Used For Power Outages. $450 FIRM 508-320-0133

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Colonial Wood Hutch and Base Honey Pine finish. Asking $350

Antique Czech Crystal Set Valued at over $1800. Hand cut, very ornate. Appraised. Will sell for $900

Call (508)943-6367

Commercial Central Air Conditioning Unit Cools 10,000 Sq.Ft. $1000

(4)Antique Leather Chairs $50 Each

(2)Antique Pub Tables With Cast Iron Bases $50 Each

Baby Bed $40

All Best Offer 860-774-8008

Commercial Grade Exercise Bike $100 OBO 860-774-8008

Complete Master Bedroom Furniture Includes California King-Sized Waterbed Frame, Large Armoire, Large Dresser With Mirror, (2) Large End Tables. Sturdy Cherry In Excellent Condition. $2000 OBO

MUST SACRIFICE AT $1295 (3) Original Factory Hubcaps For Hyundai Sonata $35 Each Call Alan At 508-509-5407

Computer Desk Corner Style Natural Maple Finish 36.5”Hx54.75”Wx53”D $175 FIRM

Chair Caresoft Upholstery, Looks Like Leather. $65 FIRM 508-867-9786

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Diamond Ring

Electronics

Gents 14K Yellow & White Gold. Center Diamond 90/100 Surrounded By 6 03/100 Diamonds. All Fine Brilliance 26 Year Old Appraisal Was $5560 Will Sell For Same Now!

Huge Speakers

Call 508-949-7040

Plus A Few Bowls, Etc. Good Stuff, For Cheap! 413-245-6246

Custom-Made Wrought Iron Pot Rack 18 Inch Diameter. $90

Wrought Iron Single-Panel Fireplace Screen 31” x 39” $70

Andirons $25

ALSO: Brand New Casio Keyboard LH100 Digital Screen Prompts, Keys Light Up With Voice Prompts. Lots Of Stored Music Inside! Paid $199 On Sale Sell $100 Email: [email protected] For Pictures Or Call Marty (Dayville, CT, 06241, Near MA & RI Line) 860-779-2611

Double Window New, Vetter High Pro 4 With Screens. Measures 76”Long 61”High $650 OBO Call 508-259-8805

Daybed $200

Antique Hooked Rug $100

Honda 1400 Generator $300 Call Dave 508-892-8242

$199

$99 SONY DSC-H1 Digital Camera $299

$179 SONY FX330 Video Camcorder $299

68”Hx40”Lx18”W $300

$1499

Solid Maple Desk With Attached Hutch (Basset) 76”Hx42”Lx18”W $200

Solid Maple Tea Cart With Drawer $50

Stainless Steel Flatware Service For 10, Some Service Pieces $25 (2) Large Crystal-Base Lamps $20 Each Medium Crystal-Base Lamp $15 Horizontal & Vertical Decorative Plate Holders Free-Standing Jewelry Armoire $30

Early 2-Drawer Blanket Chest 4-Drawer Bureau Hoosier Cabinet Glassware Lamps Old Dishes Excellent Condition Other Antiques Available!

508-764-8801

Electric Stove

$2999

Call Mr. Desai 732-309-9366 (Cell)

eMachines Desktop PC With 20” Samsung LCD Monitor 140GB Hard Drive, 1GB RAM. CD/DVD Burner, Digital Media Card Reader (4 Slots). Running Vista Smoothly! Asking $500 For The Combo!

774-232-6617

Farm Equipment Cultivator Toolbar 5-Foot, 5-Spring Tine, 2 Hiller Discs, 3-Point $350 Lime Spreader Tow-Behind, Ground Driven. $150 860-974-7099

Farmer’s Hutch $200 Call 508-943-3711 After 6pm

Fish Tanks 125 & 75 Gallon Complete Setups, Including Wood Cabinet Stands, Canister Filters For Salt Or Fresh Water, Heaters, Pumps, Lights & Extras. $600 & $500 FIRM

Call 508-949-7040 FOR SALE:

Clothes Dryer Stainless Steel Sink Dual Action Bike+Arm Exercise Machine

$150

860-428-0656

GE Refrigerator

Full-Length Mahogany Female Mink Fur Coat

$300

Double Bed Dresser With Mirror End Table $150

5-Drawer Chest Of Drawers

Electrical Material

$300 Never-Used

SONY VCR/VHS SLV-780HF

BOSE LIFESTYLE 35 SOUND SYSTEM

Dale Ernhardt Sr. Letter Coat

Electric Lift Recliner

$3099

$1799

Solid Maple 2-Piece Formal Hutch

774-280-0556

$300

SAMSUNG LN52A850 LCD 1080p HDTV 52”, Slim 1.9” Thin 120Hz RSS

Downsizing Sale!

$75

Dasher Electric Scooter

ELECTRONICS (Sturbridge, MA)

$149

508-347-9016

New, With 2 Cars In Case $150 508-434-0315

$300

Hot Point Dishwasher $100

Call Chris 508-764-3736

Crystal Glassware Of All Kinds

$250

DISHWASHER

Call 5pm-8:30pm 508-867-6546

Navy Blue Leather $1000 OBO 774-230-6152

Sony Surround-Sound System

774-232-0407

1/4HP 208/230V 3-Phase 6-Gallon Flood-Type $300 New $150 OBO 120V 6-Gallon Flood-Type Coolant System $300 New $150 OBO

Couch

Paid $500 Each Asking $300 For Pair

Set Of 4 Speakers

Ann Klein Womens Dress Winter Coat Black, Calf-Length, Never Worn, Size 2X $75 Ann Klein Womens Grey Dress Winter Coat Calf-Length, Worn Only Few Times, Size 12 $50

Coolant System

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Industrial, Commercial, Residential Wire, Pipe, Fittings, Relays, Coils, Overloads, Fuses, Breakers, Meters, Punches, Pipe-Benders. New Recessed Troffer Flourescent 3-Tube T-8 277V Fixtures Enclosed $56 Each Call 5pm-8:30pm 508-867-6546

Haywood Wakefield Bedroom Set Double(Full-Sized) Bed With Mirror, Bureau, And Table. $350 508-943-8482

Size 16, Good Condition $1600 860-935-0355

FURNITURE Beautiful Brown Paisley Couch, Chair With Matching Large Beveled Mirror. $700 Antique Oak Rocking Chair $100 Antique Pine Buffet $200

508-867-8948

Gas Fireplace Log Set Brand New, Original Unopened Box. R.H. Peterson 24” Split Oak Vented Log Set With 24” Triple-T Burner Either Gas Or Propane. Original $650 MUST SELL! $400 OBO

860-928-5266

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Good Flea Market Items!

Kimball Spinnet Piano

Mahogany Bedroom Set

Mountain Bike Timberline GT

Solid Wood. Excellent Condition, Needs Tuning. Appraised At $2500 Will Sell $800 FIRM

Bed, Dresser With Mirror, Chest On Chest, Night Table. $1500 Negotiable

Rock Shox, Clipped Pedals (But Have Regular). Great Condition, Very Little Use. $300 Call Chris 508-798-3560

OVER 70 ITEMS Various Items, Some Antiques Package Deal ONLY Everything Works $45

508-892-9103

ALSO:

Yard Tractor Tires On Wheels. Directional Tires 23”x8.5”x12” $100 508-248-6783

H0 Scale Train Equipment Many, Many Items, Engines, Tracks, Power Packs, Scenery, Etc. All For $100

Kitchen Center By Oster

Kitchen Table

Full-Sized. Excellent Condition. $850

With 4 Chairs

Hand-Crafted Jewelry

‘60s Stereo Credenza Cabinet With Radio $150 Both In Good Condition Call 10am-7pm 508-885-6831

Many Varieties Rings Lucite Bracelets Earrings And More! 508-410-5783

Ladies Fur Coats

Hegner 19 Inch Scroll Saw

New & Refurbished Great Prices. With The Look Of New, And Not The Price. Mink, Raccoon, Fox, Shearling, Coyote, And More! Long & Short 508-885-8940 Leave Message

With Stand $400 FIRM Call 508-987-5515 After 4pm

Hewlett Packard Color Printer $25

Landscape Equipment Trailer

Whirlpool Air Conditioner Energy-Efficient, 8000 BTU $125

$995 OBO

Computer Desk

Aluminum Folding Staging/Scaffolding

Glass Top, Pull-Out Leaf, Attached File Cabinet $150

$225 Call 508-949-8851

2 Sections w/Platforms, On Wheels, w/Steps 4’6”W, 7’3”L, 6’-12’H $895 OBO Call 5pm-8:30pm 508-867-6546

Hewlett Packard DeskJet 970 CSE

Large Colonial Bedroom Chest

Color Printer With Automatic Duplicating $30 508-764-9309

4 Large Drawers & 3 Smaller Drawers. Mahogany. Paid $500 Will Sell For $300 508-347-7520

Hosier Cabinet

Large Oak & Glass Hutch

Beige Shermag Glider & Ottoman

In Original Condition $900

Lighted Interior, Storage Underneath, Silverware Drawer $600

Over-Stuffed Upholstered Green Chair $250

Huntington Green Floral 2-Cushion Sofa

Oak Twin Bed With Storage Underneath $100

$700

Kitchen Set Drop-Leaf, 5 Chairs $625

Primitive Pottery Hutch

Various Used Appliances

Black $100 All Very Good Condition 508-735-9703

Call For Details

508-943-8693

Lexmark Printer

Hunting Camo Clothes & Equipment Mostly New, Some Used. Sizes Medium, Large & XL. Insulated Suit, Jackets, Vests, Hats, Gloves, Pants. Archery, Shotgun, Black Powder Call For Prices 508-949-1320

Kawai Organ Tools All Kinds Of Home Tools Some New, Some Lightly Used 508-347-3380

MTD Lawn Tractor Complete Tune Up. Runs Like New $500 508-434-0315

Saddles $100 Each Bureaus, Bookcases, Etc. Blessings Farm 50 H Foote Road Charlton 508-248-1411

Nordic Trac Walk Fit Skier/Rower $100 508-885-9992

Oak Computer Armoire $150 Trumpet $100 Electric/Acoustic Guitar Vinci Brand $100 508-864-7159

Organ Technics SXEN4 Best Offer

Full-Sized w/Rails, From 1970’s $200

Rascal Scooter

774-452-1668

508-892-8316

Miscellaneous Items Maytag Wall-Mount Microwave Oven Works Fine. $50

Head Skis, Bindings & Poles Never Used! $150 Pioneer & Technics Stereo Components Best Offer

Call 508-949-7040

Mitsubishi 65” Projection TV With Oak Entertainment Center $700

600 Series Best Offer

Panasonic Color TV CT-36SX12F 36” HDS Flat Screen With Remote & Operating Instructions. $475 Call 508-943-1206 After 7pm

Park Model RV 2002, 12x40 (like brand new) on beautiful lot in campground can be used for a full 6 months (15 April-15 October every year) Lot paid for until 2097. $48,000

Pioneer Stereo System

3-Speed Auto $500

End Tables (2) Glass-Top With Wrought Iron Base $90 For Both 860-774-1833

With All Original Manuals. Includes Turntable, Radio Tuner, 5-Band Analyzer For Speakers. Cassette Tape Player/Recorder, CD Player. Original Cost $1250 Excellent Condition

$425

MOST ITEMS HALF ORIGINAL PRICE!

Archery Equipment

146 VHS Disney Movies

Prom Dress

508-885-5189

New - Size 4 1/2HP 230/460V 1725RPM, 56 Frame. $45 OBO 5HP, 230/460V 1740RPM, 184T Frame/TEFC $125 OBO 5HP, 230/460V 3495RPM, 184T Frame/TEFC $125 OBO 1/2HP 208/230/460V Large Overhead Door-Opener $120 OBO 4 Motor Speed Controls Hitachi J100, 400/460V Best Offer Call 5pm-8:30pm 508-867-6546

Ruby Wt. Appx. .60ct 2 Diamonds Are Set To The Side. Fine Color & Good Quality. Documented Replacement Value $1375

Asking $750 Call 508-347-5813

Schwinn Electric Scooter Needs new battery, $60.

(508)764-6560

Scuba Gear For Sale Includes Sherwood Octopus, Cobra 2pc Lg. Genesis 3 Combo Gauge. 2 Aluminum Tanks With Tank Boots. Insp. 8/2009. Womens Size 14 5MM Neosport Wetsuit. Excursion Bag And Some Weights $1200 Bought From Local Dive Shop, Can No Longer Use Call Deb 508-347-1492

Several Queen-Sized Bedroom Sets w/Box & Mattress, Cherry Mirrored Dressers, Drawered Nightstand $1200 Each

Rugs Bird Of Paradise (2)9x12, 9x14 $295 Each Oriental Style (2)Red 9x12 $300 Each 508-943-8693

Beautiful Paisley Multi-Print With White Background. Spaghetti Straps. Purchased From David’s Bridal For $200 Asking $100

508-278-6693

Punch Bowl Set With 18 Cups $30

Kerosene Lamp $25

(2) Clear Candy Dishes $5 For Both

Fireplace Insert With Flue Piping Included. 4 Years Old. $1100 774-241-0327

Light, Distressed Oak Wheat, Integrated Surge Supressor Power Unit, Storage Curios, Open Shelf (Built-In Lamp) Top Drawbridge Slides Forward And Illuminated Desktop. 68”Wx81”Dx72”H (Includes Left-L) One Owner/1yr Old/MINT Originally $2400 508-765-1231

We have books for the scholar, collector and general reader. Located on Route 9 in West Brookfield, halfway between Amherst & Worcester. Open 7 days a week, 10am-6pm

Solid Wrought Iron Flat Fireplace Screen

We Also Buy BOOK COLLECTIONS, LIBRARIES & ESTATES!

$15 Each 508-248-1951

Shoprider Scooter $1000 Practically New!

Men’s Suit

CALL FOR INFO.

With Matching Andirons 44”x33” $50

508-867-8705 or call Toll Free

10.5’ Grey Corion Countertop

877-809-2665

With Sink $75

Thomasville Cherry Bedroom Set

Grohle Ladylux Cafe Faucet $40 Call 508-234-2647

Dresser, Mirror, Chest, Nightstand, Headboard & Footboard. With Queen Mattress & Boxspring Included. Very Good Condition! Seldom Used. $750 Steals It!

Sony Wega 32” TV Like New! $150

Beautiful Oak 41”W x 54”H x 23”D Cabinet For TV With Recessed Doors. Paid $800 Asking $200 Photos Available By Email 508-764-4103

Call 508-949-7040

TOOL SHEDS Made of Texture 1-11 8x8 $625 8x10 $800 8x12 $875 8x16 $1175 Delivered And Built On-Site Other Sizes Available Call 413-324-1117

Square Foot Concrete Footing Forms SF32 - $45 Each

Wheelbarrow

MORE!

Trestle-Style Library Table

$20

(5) Steel Lally Columns $200 (8) Antique Milk Cans $110 Frigidaire Gallery Gas Dryer $70

Antique, 72”x32”Wide Boards. Asking $175 Also Antique Victor Victrola, 1850’s Melodeon Organ, And More 508-248-1951

Size 42 Regular, Black, New! $100 Other Items Dishes, Small Appliances And More Call After 4pm 860-935-0112

Stainless Steel Double Tub Sink

Small Antique Cabinet

413-262-9990

$90

Storm Door

Excellent Condition. Original Cost $260

413-245-7388

30” x 80” Never Used. With All Parts. Paid $108 Sell For $59

IR5003, Used Twice Paid $1295 $950

TracVac Model 385-IC/385LH Used Once. Paid $1300 $1100

Bear Cat Vac-N-Chip Pro & Vac Pro Models 72085, 72285, 72295 Used Twice Paid $2772 $1900 508-765-5763

Sofa & Chair Cream Color Sofa With Blue Floral Print. In Excellent Condition. Matching Chair With Ottoman, In Very Good Condition. $250 For Both 508-248-7150

Music Box

1 Pair A/R Bookshelf Speakers

With 15 Glass Lites, Left Or Right Hang. $40 Call Richard 508-885-9046

$150 508-764-1439

Never Used $90 508-832-6234

Couch & Three Chairs, Mahogany Framed. Good Condition. $350 OBO

Above Fireplace Mantle With Shelves & Beveled Mirror $100 508-885-3124

Lawn Sweeper Pull-Behind Riding Mower 4’, Good Condition $75

Size 46, Never Worn. $150

Both Worn Once. Gown Is Satin With Sequins, Bead & Lace. Sleeveless, Long Train & Veil. Gorgeous! Dress Is Satin, Sleeveless, Goes To Ankles. Has Embroidered Flowers & A-Line Shape. $200 For Both OBO

774-289-1871

Wedding Gown (Satin) From David’s Bridal Worn Only Few Hours. Like New! Size 12/14 With Sequins, Matching Veil & Train. Gorgeous! $99 OBO Leave Message 508-981-2636 508-885-4580

Western Saddle Black, With Pad. Only Used A Few Times. $150 Also:

Child’s Western Saddle With Bridle, Black $150 508-943-4365

WHIRLPOOL GLASS-TOP ELECTRIC RANGE $275

Frigidaire Top-Mount Refrigerator $225 Emerson Microwave $25 All White, Good Condition. Call 508-801-6367 White GE Profile

30” Convection Wall Oven GE Spacemaker

Microwave Oven And Vent GE Profile

Induction Stovetop All For $550 Moving, So MUST SELL 508-347-8029

Wizard Of Oz Books Older Editions

Victrola Talking Machine Floor Model

Book Shelf 6 Feet Tall

Call 860-779-0947

Wood Stove

508-943-0277

Studded Seat & Pillion Pad $200

FitnessQuest Edge Crosstrainer Used Only A Few Times Asking $250 Sears Craftsman Gas-Powered Edger $75 508-892-1550

100 GENERAL

105 BULLETIN BOARD

IN REMEMBRANCE Julie Ann Bainton (Knurowski)

Good Condition $150 508-885-6975

36 Year Senior Secretary Bay Path High School Dear Friend, Please Visit Our Guest Book And Leave A Note To Pay Your Respects

Vanity Set

107 MISC. FREE

Veneer & Wood, With 2 Doors, 4 Drawers, With Beveled Mirror And Bench. Asking $200

FREE WOOD PALLETS

Cement Mixer

Portable Olympia Typewriter

508-756-6120 774-289-6982

Wedding Gown & Flower Girl Dress

Utility Trailer 4’x6.5’, 15-Inch Wheels Good Condition $300

Tan Genuine Sheepskin Men’s Jacket

72” Round $550 Must See To Appreciate

508-333-8090

Yamaha V-Star 1100

Electrified, With Accessories. $350 OBO 508-885-3124

Unique Oak Table

White, Used. $250

Turn Of The Century 4-Piece Living Room Set

Best Offer

Victrola 1904-1906 Victor Talking Machine

Franklin Style Wood-Burning $275

Washer & Dryer

508-764-9309

Roberts Reel-To-Reel Tape Player/Recorder

Exponent 4/40, Solid State, On Original Stand. 1960’s or 1970’s, Very Retro! $150 OBO

Stove

010 FOR SALE

Vermont Castings Resolute Excellent Condition. Very Clean Burning, Firescreen And Warming Shelves Included. $2100 New Asking $1100

Sylvania Record Player

In Case. In Good Condition $75 Vintage Royal Typewriter Table Model $35 OBO 508-756-3690

Gas Log

For 2002 Roadster Convertible (Will Fit Other Years)

ALSO:

Metal Door

508-248-6783

Snapper Roto-Tiller

TT Custom Fit Car Cover

On Stand. Great For Workshop Or Laundry Room. $40

Two Electric Boat Trolling Motors $40 & $60

Stein (German) $20

Pellet Stove

Solid Oak L-Desk & Hutch $1995

Shed Door Interior Bi-Fold Doors Some Lumber

Player Piano

Overall Dimensions; 7’ Long By 2’ Wide Comes With 3 & 4 Jaw Chucks. $450 860-923-3532 Ask For Ron

Auto Tools Antenna Tower 35mm Camera

MOTORS

Ruby & Diamond 14K Ladies’ Ring

We have 100,000 lively old books at THE BOOK BEAR

Antique Yard Tractor Cultivator $100

Pratt & Whitney Flat-Belt Driven Metal Lathe

The Book Bear Books! Books! Books!

w/Lock & Key $60

150 Rolls Go With It $850 508-234-9020

010 FOR SALE

Rototiller

413-245-3402

Excellent Condition

010 FOR SALE

Ariens, Rear Tine, Electric Start. Newly Serviced, 7HP Engine. $550 508-234-6096

Call Don (508)344-9499

Tomos 80 Motorcycle

Machinist Tools

Asking $2000

BRAND NEW SHIPMENT!

Maple 6-Drawer Dresser

Liner Tray

Multi-Colored, Dominantly Green. Clean, Good Condition. $150 OBO Call 508-892-9212

$5 And Up!

&

Fishing Equipment

Living Room Sofa & Chair

They’re Back!

Maple Headboard & Footboard

Arc Welder Wood-Burning Stove

Over $3500 New $800 Steals It! Call 508-949-7040

NASCAR Die-Cast Models

24K Gold, Complete, 8 Servings. Used Only A Few Times For Special Occasions. Plus Sugar & Creamer. Large Bowl & Platter, Excellent Condition. $100 OBO 774-289-1871

With Storage $25 OBO Call 508-892-1679

Solid Wood Coffee & End Table

$5900 OBO John Deere 220A Walk-Behind Greens Mower $1995 OBO 508-764-8330

Manchester China Set

Wood Piano Bench

Ethan Allen. Sturdy Lifetime Frame, Excellent Quality. Floral Pattern, Country Styling.

Greens Mower

508-756-6120 774-289-6982

Arien Tractor

Living Room Sofa & Chair

John Deere 2243

Solid Oak Bed

$50 OBO

For Cargo Area/Floor For 2008 Subaru Outback Never Used. Cost $70 Asking $45 CASH Brookfield 508-867-2224

Jenny Lind Oak 3/4 Bed

Headboard & Footboard, With Spring & Rails. Asking $250 774-452-1668

Mahogany Bedroom Set

Complete Set Of Attachments For Food Processing, Cooking & Baking. Great Condition. $65 508-949-1320

508-885-4504

Jenny Lind Maple 3/4 Bed

$600 Negotiable 508-234-2897

Full-Size Bed. Highboy, Mirrored Dresser, Nightstand. Excellent Condition. $1200

Black With Gold Trim $100

Headboard & Footboard, With Spring & Rails, Plus 5-Drawer Dresser And Mattress Asking $500

Mahogany Cedar Chest

010 FOR SALE

Tile-Top Table With Flower Designs, Pedestal Legs. With 2 Stools. Asking $225

774-452-1668

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JUNE 02, 2010

130 YARD SALES DEADLINE FOR YARD SALE SUBMISSIONS IS 1:30PM MONDAY FOR ALL MASS. WEEKLY PAPERS *Deadlines Subject To Change Due To Holidays Call For More Info.

Multi-Family Yard Sale Saturday, June 5th (Raindate: Sunday 6/6)

8am 48 Main Street Douglas

Multi-Family Yard Sale Saturday, June 5th 8am-Noon 1 Longmeadow Road Uxbridge (Across From The Hab)

Multi-Family Yard Sale Saturday, 6/5 8am-2pm 360 Main Street Oxford (Near Gazebo) Lots Of Stuff, Old & New, Furniture, Lawn & Garden, Kitchen Gadgets, Books, DVD/VHS, Glassware NO EARLYBIRDS!

Neighborhood Yard Sale June 5th & June 6th Rain Or Shine 8am-2pm

5 Founders Court Oxford (Off Route 12, Rocky Hill Road Area) Furniture, Sporting Goods, Toys, Clothes, Wide Variety Of Items.

Yard Sale June 5th & 6th 8am-2pm 19 Cypress Street Oxford, MA Partial Proceeds To Benefit The Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation Ride For Kids, On Sunday August 15th Donations Also Accepted www.pbtfus.org/rideforkids

135 LOST AND FOUND

FOUND Canoe Washed Onto Our Shore On Cedar Lake (Sturbridge) After The Storms A Few Weeks Ago. 508-450-6707

200 GEN. BUSINESS

203 SNOWMOBILES

1998 Yamaha VMax 500 3400 Miles. $1700 508-987-7686

2002 Polaris Edge X Electric Start, Reverse, 2992 N. Maine Miles. $2800 Or BRO

1996 Skidoo MXZ 583 3717 N. Maine Miles. Runs Great. $1800 Or BRO 508-949-7388

Arctic Cat Snowmobiles 2006 570 Panther 2-Up, 579 Miles, Automatic Start & Reverse Like New 1996 ZR580 2300 Miles, Real Fast Sled! Take Them Both For $5900

508-340-5334

204 WATER EQUIPMENT

1994 Sea-Doo Bombardier SP94 With Trailer Excellent Condition, Runs Great. Seat Just Recovered, Low Hours On Jet Pump. Has Been Winterized.

$1600 Call Deb 508-965-7077

2005 Ski-Doo Jetski Apple Green & Black. Less Than 65 Hours. 3-Cylinder 15003cc Supercharged Engine. 3-Seater, 130 Inches Long. $7500 Includes Dock & Trailer

508-347-8956

205 BOATS

15.5 Foot OMC Sunbird 1989-90 Bowrider 70HP Outboard, Very Low Hours. Well Maintained. Galvanized Custom Trailer. 3 Custom Covers - Convertible Top, Mooring Cover, Custom Storage Cover. $2500 OBO 203-879-3221

1960 16 Foot Penn Yan 40HP Evinrude, Holsclaw Trailer. Beautiful Classic. New Mahogany Deck, Seats & Transom. $5000 508-341-6941

1985 Ski Nautique “2001” 400 Hours On Engine, Newer Upholstery. $4000 OBO 413-222-2058


205 BOATS

1970 Sea Sprite 14’ w/Trailer & 33 HP Johnson Outboard. All In Good Shape. $750

Sylvania Vintage Stereo Console

MA DELIVERY DRIVER

Circa 1960 Solid Oak & Oak Veneer Cabinet $75 508-868-2860

Pine State Trading Co. a leading New England wholesale distribution company based in Augusta, Maine is now accepting applications for a delivery driver out of our Webster, MA terminal. A current Class A or B License with a clean driving record is required. Must be able to lift 40 pounds frequently, pull 100+ pounds occasionally and have excellent customer service skills

1984 15.5’ Thundercraft Tri-Hull Boat

Pine State offers; competitive wages, home nightly, safety bonuses, uniforms, 401k with match, very affordable medical/dental, free life, short and long term disability insurance and vacation/holiday pay.

With Chrysler 85HP Force Outboard Motor. Galvanized 2001 Venture Trailer. Good Shape, Runs Good! Impella, Battery & Ignition 3 Years Old.

For more information, please contact Diane Overlock, Director, Human Resources at 1-800-451-5500, ext. 2050 or e-mail a resume to [email protected] Pine State is an Equal Opportunity Employer

$1800 OBO Call 508-680-2435

1990 Glasport 20 Foot Open Bow Ski Boat New 350 Engine, Zero Hours. New Interior, New Flooring. Drive-On Trailer. Sacrifice At $7200

12 Foot Jon Boat Seats, Electric Motor, On Trailer. $1500 508-234-6096

2004 Carver 360 Sport Sedan (2) 375HP Volvo 8.1 Liter Engines. 7.3KW Kohler Generator, 2 State Rooms, Fresh Water Vacu-Flush Head, Full Galley. PRICE REDUCED $199,000

$179,000 Call 774-230-8295

2004 Glastron 17-Foot Bowrider 3.0L Volvo Penta I/O, 135 HP V6. Less Than 80 Hours! E-Z Load Trailer, 2 Pairs Of Waterskis. $10,000 OBO 508-347-2279 After 6pm

2008 Southwind By Bennington Sport Deck Boat With 4-Stroke 150HP Yamaha Trailer, Seat Covers. 24.1 Hours. $21,500 508-943-5062

Larson 1997 Ski-Boat 19 Foot, With Volvo Penta Engine. With Trailer. $5000 508-476-5476

Pontoon Raft With Flooring & Rug Replaced 3 Years Ago. With Ladder. $895 508-867-6296

Sailboat For Sale 2000 Hunter 212 Great Day Sailer! 21 Feet, Cuddy Cabin, Galvanized Trailer. Extra Jib. Great Shape, Used Very Little. 30% Under NADA Retail

$4950 508-340-7697

Spinnaker Sail & Genoa Sail Harken Boom Vang

PINE STATE TRADING CO. 24 Town Forest Rd. • Webster, MA 01570 265 FUEL/WOOD

Cut & Split Green Firewood 2 Cord Minimum $175/cord (Delivered - Limited Area) Premium Dark Pine Bark Mulch Available $20.00/yard plus delivery T. Jepson & Son, LLC. 508-885-3037 774-272-3729

FIREWOOD Green Or Seasoned Cut, Split & Delivered

WOOD LOTS WANTED Call Paul 508-769-2351 508-987-5349

Firewood Green, $135 128 cubic feet.

(508)476-3073 or (774)696-7879

Top quality instruction Best value in the region at $25/hour

Jim Sharp

508-765-0802 www.batcavestudios.net SINCE 1998

265 FUEL/WOOD

A. Jeffers Tree Service °°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°

Tree Removals Logging Land Clearing Firewood $175/Cord WOOD LOTS WANTED FREE ESTIMATES Call (774)239-0285

All Seasoned Hardwood Cut, Splt & Delivered Prompt Delivery MC & Visa Accepted Westview Farms 111 East Hill Road Monson, MA 413-246-1721

Central Boiler E-Classic

1400/2400 OUTDOOR WOOD FURNACE Cleaner & Greener EPA Qualified 25-Year Warranty

Call Today 508-882-0178 CrystalRockFarm.com

Call (508)865-2227 St. Bernards Available!

Collinswood K-9 Services

286 LIVESTOCK

Horse Tack

Same Owners Tom & Camila

New Stuff! Reconnective Healing Animal Massage Animal Communication

Tested, Vetted, Fixed, And Ready For Love! Please Consider Adopting From

Second Chance Animal Shelter

Reiki/Feng Shui Natural Foods Flower Essences Alpha Wave Music

Boarding Indoor/Outdoor Runs Skylights Heated/Air Conditioned

Day Care Supervised Groups Daily/Weekly Rates Large Play Yards

508-867-5525 www.secondchanceanimals.org

Need Help Fixing Your Pet? Call Us, We Have Low Cost Programs!

AKC German Shepherd Puppies 100% European, Old World Shepherds. Parents Have Great Temperment And Soundness. DDR/Czech Workinglines, Hips/Health Guarantee. True Shepherds. Contact Daryl At SIT K-9 Grp. 774-239-0947

Laughlin Kennel Call 508-987-7161

Spencer Animal Control Desperately needs homes for many abandoned cats and sometimes kittens. Shots, wormed, leukemia tested, spayed & neutered. Call 508-885-2306

285 PET CARE

Afairydogmother Pet Services A Few Openings Available Also Starting Small Breed Playgroup Providing Exercise Socialization And Conditioning Pick-Up And Delivery Service Basic Training Available For A Fee In Business For 18 Years Insured. Mention This Ad And Get 1 Day Free

508-904-2114

FAN-C-PET Mobile Grooming Salon Vicki Kelley

Professional Groomer 20 Years Exp.

“We Go Right to Your Door”

508-987-2419

New - Open Enrollment

Grooming Baths To Full Grooms

Exceptional boarding environment with unique daycare setting Monday-Friday daycare available State of the art indoor training facility Group or private day and evening classes Agility obedience and conformation Puppy Kindergarten Starting Soon

Bits, Bridles, Saddles, Accessories. New, Used, English, Western, Blankets, Gift Items, Reins. Almost Anything Horse-Related Rock Valley Farm West Brookfield 508-867-2508

As Always!

Basic - Advanced Group Or Private

Over thirty breeds available. Health checked/guaranteed. State licensed. www.laughlinkennel.com

• PRIVATE • PROFESSIONAL DRUM LESSONS

• Rubber-Matted Heated/Air-Conditioned Sleeping Areas. • Large Individual Runs, Outdoor Exercise Pens, Country Walks • Large Indoor Play Area •Bathing Available • Monitored By ADT Open 7 Days A Week 8:30am-10:30am 3:00pm-5:00pm

ADOPT A NEEDY DOG OR CAT

225 INSTRUCTIONS

BATCAVE STUDIOS AT SHARP RECORDING SERVICE

Apple Acres Kennel

Training

Pure Bred Puppies

$30/hour

285 PET CARE

283 PETS

$350 For All Excellent Condition 413-245-3402

• FULL SERVICE • RECORDING

285 PET CARE

Certifications! PCSA Levels I & II CPR Certified Reiki Master Lighterian Reiki VII Reconnective Healing II ICNDF Certified Trainer Experienced, Caring Staff Individualized Care Attention To Detail

508-987-0077 205 Federal Hill Road Oxford, MA

Stowe Farm

Beginner Agility Starting Soon New Competition Obedience

All Breed Grooming Available “It’s all about the dogs!” Call Terri 508-832-9394

Every Saturday & Sunday 10am-3pm

ROCK WALL CLIMBING MOON BOUNCE GEM MINING MOO-CHOO TRAIN AND MORE! NEW!

MECHANICAL BULL-RIDING $3 Admission Includes: Petting Zoo Hay Climb Playground Sand Diggers AND MORE!

Ice Cream And Buck’n BBQ

Going... Going... Gone to the Dogs Training and behavior management in your home. Positive methods used. Certified Pet Dog trainer and member APDT

Make Sure Your Dog Gets A

Fun, Peaceful, Country Vacation

We’re Filling Up Fast!!!

tallpinefarm.net 508.248.9993

Call Renelle at 508-892-1850

286 LIVESTOCK

email: [email protected]

2003 HAWK

J&L Pet Sitting Service Professional at Home Pet Sitting and Dog Walking Member of National Association of Professional Pet Sitters Established 1996 Certified • Bonded • Insured

508-347-3826

Custom 2-Horse Gooseneck Trailer Dressing/sleeping area. Excellent condition. $12,000. 860-634-4632 Woodstock, CT

(508)865-9860

Now Accepting Applications For Our Summer Horse Camp! PONY PARTIES!!!

ROUTE 169 ANTIQUES 884 Worcester St. Southbridge MA Looking To Purchase

Antiques And Collectibles Single Items Or Entire Estates We Buy It All And Also Do On-Site Estate Sales And Estate Auctions

CALL MIKE ANYTIME

508-765-9512

Antiques Wanted! Call Now! 508-248-5150 Northside Village Antiques, A Family Business Located In Charlton MA, For Over 25 Years, Is Looking To Purchase Antiques And Collectables, One Piece Or An Entire Estate.

Call Us Before You Have A Yard Sale. Always Interested In Old Lighting, Pottery, Stoneware, Old Toys, Paintings, Prints, Frames, Furniture, Snowshoes & Wood Skies, Iron Banks & Doorstops, Phonographs, Telephones, Radios Above Average Prices Paid! Cash Paid!

298 WANTED TO BUY

tallpinefarm.net 508.248.9993 286 FEED

Quality Horse Hay 800 Pound Square Bales Timothy & Orchard Grasses Fertilize Fields First Cutting $100 Each Second Cutting $130 Each Delivery Fee Extra Rock Valley Farm West Brookfield 508-867-2508

298 WANTED TO BUY

$ All Scrap Metals, Cars, Trucks Batteries, Copper Wire, Appliances... 64 Tucker Hill Rd. Putnam, CT 06260 860-928-7165

25 Pounds Or More We Will Come To You, Weigh It, And Pay Cash On The Spot! Contractors & Electricians Welcome Call To Make An Appointment 508-269-2593

WAR RELICS &

WAR SOUVENIRS WANTED WWII & EARLIER CA$H WAITING! Helmets, Swords, Daggers, Bayonets, Medals, Badges, Flags, Uniforms, etc. Over 30 Years Experience.

Call David 1-508-688-0847 I’ll Come To YOU!

300 HELP WANTED

310 GENERAL HELP WANTED

Auto Body Technician For Sturbridge Automotive

Call For Details 508-347-9970

Cashiers

Call Us 508-248-5150 [email protected]

Friday & Saturday 11pm-7am & Part-Time 16-32 Hours/Week First & Second Shifts Fast-Paced, High Volume Gas Station. Have Fun At Work!

CASH PAID

APPLY IN PERSON Village Mobil

Call For Details

We Pay More!!

Kiln-Dried Pine Paper Bags. 3.25 Cubic Feet $5.00 Each (No Limit) Pick Up In West Brookfield Rock Valley Farm 508-867-2508

298 WANTED TO BUY

We Also Do Attic And Cellar Cleanouts We Do It All!

ROSS RECYCLING

Bagged Shavings

Call Wally At 508-234-5860

ALWAYS OPEN!

Hunt Seat, Dressage & Western

BOOK NOW!!!

TOP DOLLAR PAID No Dealer Inquiries!

WANTED

Riding Lessons For All Ages

Small Kennel, Your Dog Gets Individualized Care • Experienced Staff • Large Play Yard • Grooming Available

Local History Buff Looking To Purchase M1 Garand, M1 Carbine, US Govt. .45 Pistol War Souvenirs

Insulated Copper & Aluminum Wire

Going Away? Where Is Your Dog Going?

Dog Boarding In A Country Setting

ATTENTION: WWII & KOREAN WAR VETERANS

Family Fun! Opening June 5th

Tall Pine Tall Pine Farm Farm & Kennel

or visit our website www.collinswoodk9.com

298 WANTED TO BUY

StoweFarm.com

starwoodpetresort.com

Beginner Obedience Starting Soon

298 WANTED TO BUY

For Coins And Jewelry Buying/Selling Gold & Silver One Piece Or Collection Lee’s Coins & Jewelry 239 West Main Street East Brookfield (Route 9 - Panda Garden Plaza) 508-637-1236 508-341-6355

365 Main Street (Route 20) Sturbridge 508-347-7577

COMPANIONS HOMEMAKERS Immediate Openings Local Work

WANTED

Instant Pay

Beatles Items

Call KeepMeHome

Record Sleeves, Record Players, Dolls, Statues, Mugs, Toys, Magazines, Promo Items, Displays, Movie Posters, Etc. 860-779-2469

WANTED Cat’s Meow Village Reproduction Of The Unibank Of Uxbridge (No Longer Made) If You Have One To Sell, Call 508-234-4722 Ask For Tom Or Leave Message

877-302-2323 www.keepmehome.com

HOUSEKEEPER Full Time 7-3

CNA’s All Shifts E/O Weekend Apply

Lydia Taft House 60 Quaker Hwy Uxbridge, MA 01569 508-278-9500 EOE


June 02, 2010



325 PROFESSIONAL

433 CLEANING

501 REAL ESTATE WANTED

505 APARTMENTS FOR RENT


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454 HOME IMPROVEMENT

INCOM, Inc.

Affordable Cleaning Service

Home Repairs

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 and 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 ad 617-565-5308,. The toll free number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275

North Brookfield

Southbridge

24 Spring Street

3 Bedroom, Large Apartment. Appliances, Washer/Dryer Hookups. Section 8 Approved. Off-Street Parking. First, Last And References. $750 Per Month Also: Two Bedroom Available $625 Four Bedroom $875

Valet Parking Attendantto work at several locations in Worcester, MA. IMMEDIATE OPENING! F/TP/T available. Potential to earn $11 and more to start. Great benefits health, dental, 401k plan, plenty of room for growth! Applicant must be over 18, must be able to drive standard transmission vehicles, have valid license, and prior customer service experience a plus!!!

Please contact us at 877-455-5552 or at: www.valetparkof america.com/employment

Foster Parents Wanted Seeking Quality Homes Throughout Central MA To Provide Foster Care To Children In Need. 24/7 Support. Generous Reimbursement. $500 Sign-On Bonus Call For Details

Seeks Experienced Warehouse Employee For Shipping, Receiving And Inventory Control. Experience With UPS, FEDEX And Common Carrier A Plus. Competitive Wage And Health Benefits Paid. Town-To-Town Classifieds, PO Box 90, Ad Reference 00008, Southbridge, MA 01550.

294 Southbridge Road Charlton, MA

CNC Machinist (2nd Shift) Must Have 3-5 Years Of Hands-On Experience With CNC Programming, Editing And Operating. Experience With HAAS CNC Milling Machinery Preferred. Email Resume To

Maids Wanted I Am Looking For Someone Who Is Mature/Responsible & Teachable And Eager To Work, To Join My Staff, Cleaning Residential/Businesses. Qualifications Are: Have Your Own Vehicle, Cleaning Experience, Personable, Organized, Punctual, And A Problem-Solver. This Is A Permanent Part-Time Position. Hours Start At 8:45am. We Do Withhold Taxes. If You Would Like More Information, Please Call Tammie At

[email protected] Or Come In To Apply NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE Visit Our Website At

www.incomusa.com

400 SERVICES

402 GENERAL SERVICES

A CALL WE HAUL Fast, Reliable Rubbish Removal

N.E.D.A.S.

Surrogate Mothers Needed Be part of a miracle The rewards are more than financial Seeking Women 21-43 Non-Smoker With Healthy Pregnancy History

For More Information Call

888-363-9457 reproductivepossibilities.com

INSTALLERS WANTED Entry Level Fireplace Installation Opportunity 5 Day Work Week, Year Round, Full Benefits Package. Starting Pay Based On Experience. Training Available. Email Inquiries To:

[email protected] Or Come In And Fill Out An Application At:

Architectural Fireplaces 4 Washington Street Auburn, MA 01501 Fax (508)757-0623 Phone (508)757-0622

LANDSCAPE

New England Dental Assistant School 120 Stafford Street Suite 201 Worcester www.nedentalschool.org

Dental Assistant Program • Graduate In Just 120 Days • In-Office Training • Evenings, 1 Night A Week • Job Placements Assistance Available • Only $960 (Includes Book/Materials) • Payment Plan Options Available Careers You Can SMILE About!

Call (508)425-6644 For More Info Start Your New Career Now!

Part-Time Hair Stylist Needed For Brookfield Area Salon. (Part-Time To Start) Please Call 508-864-5605

Personal Care Attendant Mornings & Afternoons. Experienced & Reliable. References Required. Call For Interview 508-764-6376

Travelodge Part-Time Front Desk Clerk & Housekeepers

Experienced Techs/Foreman

Weekends A Must For Both Positions. Apply In Person At: 400 Haynes Road Sturbridge

Wanted for lawn maintenance & construction divisions

319 HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS

Job Requirements:

Music Therapy

•Drivers license w/clean DMV record •2-3 years experience w/landscape company •D.O.T. card •Pesticide license preferred

Students/Grads, Musicians Share Your Talents With Elderly, Disabled. Rewarding Positions Locally. Make A Difference In People’s Lives Send Your Resume With Cover Letter To [email protected]

Salary and benefits commensurate w/experience

Call A. Arsenault & Sons located in Spencer 508-885-5589 Fax resume 508-885-9889

Lifeguard Positions Available For

Certified Lifeguards For Our Community Pool. Full Days & Weekends (Including Holidays) Applications Available At:

Brookside Terrace 11 Village Drive, Southbridge, MA Call Wanda 508-764-7675 x5

320 MEDICAL/DENTAL

Medical Receptionist Needed Part-Time Mothers Hours Considered. Please Send Resume To: Unit 5 113 Main Street Sturbridge, MA 01566 Please, No Dropoffs.

Physical Therapist Per Diem Homecare And Computer Experience Required. COMPETITIVE PAY!

Attics Basements Garages Household Items Appliances Demolition

Call (508)791-0081 Email: [email protected] EOE

Give Maria A Call 508-764-2500

The Cleaning Woman Over 20 Years Experience Cleaning In The Local Area! References Available

Call Linda 774-289-3163

Visa/MC/Check

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Office of Child Care Services requires that all ads placed in the newspaper for child care (daycare) in your home include your license number.

Licensed Home Day Care Immediate Openings Various Time Slots Available For All Ages. Very Flexible. Reasonable Rates. Healthy Meals And Snack Provided.

WE TAKE IT ALL! 1-800-414-0239

Large Indoor Playroom.

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Large Fenced-In Yard

Call The Junk Man

Call Michelle 508-943-2526 For More Details License #2087686

FREE BBQ REMOVAL!

Mimi’s Leicester Home Day Care

GUTTERS CLEANED Removal of Metal, Appliances, Furniture, TV’s. Construction Materials. Cellars/Attics Cleaned. Small Building Demolition, Tires. Leaves Removed. Small Residential Moves. Trees Cut Brush/Limbs Removed Furnaces Removed Check-our-down-toearth prices first!

Quiet Street, Fenced Yard, Meals. 14 Years Experience. Immediate Openings All Ages, Including Infants! Flexible Hours, Great Rates And Sibling Discount Offered.

Weekends also! Central Mass and Connecticut

Call GO2Guys At 800-372-2420 Lic CT/MA/RI Insured To $2M Quality Is #1

JJ’s Painting

Call Now 508-892-9983 508-769-1437 Lic#2084989

NOW ENROLLING FALL 2010 Bright Beginnings Montessori Pre-School 465 Main Street, Oxford, MA Your Child Deserves The Best Start To Their Education!

508-987-3465

508-887-1914 We Offer: • Painting (Interior/Exterior) • Wallpapering • Light Carpentry (Ext. Rotted Wood, Int. Molding & Trim) • Power Washing (Wood & Vinyl) • Gutter Cleaning/Installation Of Gutter Guards • House Cleaning • Senior Discounts Save 15%

Call Today For A Free Estimate No Job Too Big Or Too Small

PAINTING Interior/ Exterior Power Washing Carpentry • FREE ESTIMATES • • FULLY Insured • • Reasonable Rates •

Rich O’Brien Painting 28 Years Of Experience

457 LAWN/GARDEN

ALL RUBBISH REMOVAL Furniture Removed Mattresses TV’s Brush & Leaves Lumber Metals Tires Appliances Cellars & Attics Cleaned Demolition Work Performed CALL FOR OUR LOW RATES

CALL TAMMIE TODAY FOR A GREENER TOMORROW!

508-347-3275 774-230-7885 Office/Homes Spring Or Fall Cleanings Weekly/Bi-Weekly Or Monthly Cleanings Flexible Hours/Days Registered/Insured/ Bonded

References Available

R&D Cleaning Services Available For Houses, Apartments, Offices, Etc. Bonded. Landlord & Daily Discounts FREE Estimates Low Rates Call Anytime 774-289-2387

INCOME LIMITS APPLY

Section 8 Welcome Office Open From: Monday-Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm Weekend & Evening Appointments Available

Brookside Terrace 11 Village Drive Southbridge,MA 01550

(508)764-7675 C&C Properties LOOK & COMPARE

Southbridge/Charlton Line 2 Bedroom Luxury Condo. Appliances, Central Air, $795/Month

Southbridge Quality 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Apartments! Appliances, Off-Street Parking.

508-248-9225 theantiquedr.com

Still Wrapped In Plastic

$250, $350, Or $450 You Choose The Quality Available At Perriwinkles, Oxford, MA Saturdays & Sundays 10am-3pm

Shrub & Tree Trimming

Quality, Affordability & Trust Without Compromise Interior Rooms As Low As $139 Ceilings $59 Woodwork $59 Serving Central Mass.

James DiGeronimo Cell 508-577-7940

Service Pets Only W/D Hookups, Stove/Refrigerator. First/Last/Security, References 774-437-1596

SOUTHBRIDGE BRAND NEW APARTMENTS! 2 Bedrooms/$775. Available now. Stove, refrigerator and dishwasher included. Secure building. Off-street parking. NO Pets.

DOUGLAS

12 Cohasse Street

Dresser Hill Apartments

Hedges Shrubbery Trees Cut Liming & Fertilizing Edging & Mulching Cutting Tall Grass Our Specialty! ALSO

(508)397-0212

E. Brookfield 3 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 1st Floor $875

500 REAL ESTATE

501 REAL ESTATE WANTED WANTED Farms Or Houses With Acreage For Relocating Families Also: Any Lake Considered Also:

Multi-Family Or House With In-Law Apartment

Spencer Large 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, Second Floor $700 4 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Deleaded $1275 Small 5 Room, 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath House $850 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Deleaded $950 Large 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath First Floor $750

Southbridge

Southbridge 191 Worcester Street Second Floor, One Bedroom. Includes Heat, Lights, Hot Water & Appliances. Laundry Facility On Premises. No Pets. $650/Month Call 508-248-4784

Southbridge 2 Bedroom Aparment First Floor. Off-Street Parking. Stove & Refrigerator Included. No Utilities. Security Deposit Required CORI/Credit Check Required. Section 8 Accepted. No Pets. 1-Year Lease 508-248-3743

Southbridge 2 Bedroom Apartments Starting At $150/Week

Dudley Webster

508-867-0903

Fiskdale

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 an such

Recently Remodeled Two Bedroom Apartment. Appliances, Washer/Dryer Hookups. Off-Street Parking. No Pets. $650/Month No Utilities Included. 1-508-328-9093

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************** EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY **************

141 Elm Street

2 Bedroom $165/Week

Will Do Repairs. Plasse Real Estate 508-987-5588

Or By Appointment

DiGeronimo Painting

15 Ballard Court 3 Bedroom, First Floor. Heat & Hot Water Included. $975/Month 16 Ballard Court 3 Bedroom, Second Floor. Heat & Hot Water Included. $975/Month 186 Hamilton Street Second Floor, 2 Bedroom Heat & Hot Water Included. Wall-To-Wall Carpet $750/Month 105 West Main Street 2 Bedroom Second Floor $600/Month 94 West Main Street 2 Bedroom Second Floor $600/Month 105 West Main Street 2 Bedroom, Third Floor Left Side $575/Month 96 North Street 2nd Floor, One Bedroom Wall-To-Wall Carpet $575/Month

Call (508)765-5852

2 Bedroom In Country Setting. Stove And Refrigerator Included, Laundry Facility, Off-Street Parking. No Pets. First And Security Deposit Required. $700 Monthly Plus Utilities.

508-494-8757

454 HOME IMPROVEMENT

SOUTHBRIDGE

Southbridge

Waterfront Home

New Mattress Sets

EOH

Dudley

508-867-2564

Antique Doctor

Call Dave 508-234-4041 Mon-Fri

Call (508)765-0501

All Types Of Fencing Installed Furniture Facelifting, Painting, Caning, Stripping to Refinishing, And Repairs. Guaranteed. Free Estimates. Pick-up & Delivery.

One Bedroom From $500 Per Month. First, Security & Reference Required. No Pets. Must Be H.U.D. Income Eligible.

Prices start at $845/month. Includes heat, hot water, A/C, pool, fitness center & children’s program. Off street parking. Call (508)476-3777

IDEAL EVENTS

Have You Heard The Phrase, “GOING GREEN?” We Use & Supply Organic Cleaners To Ensure Your Family’s Safety. Gift Certificates For Baby Showers, Anniversaries, And More! A Perfect Gift!

• Pool • Basketball Court • Playground • On-Site Laundry

Northbridge

Composted Sheep Manure

Have Your Furniture Professionally Restored

* TLC Home * Cleaning

Starting at $797

Call After 3pm 508-839-4806

Second Floor (Rear), One Bedroom, 1 Bath. Quiet Building. Stove & Refrigerator & Electric Included. $595/Month Gas-On-Gas Stove. First & Last Month. No Pets. 508-735-2559

Call 508-867-6111 Leave Message

433 CLEANING

Affordable 2 Bedroom Apartments For Rent. Spacious, Fully Applianced.

Northbridge One Bedroom Apartment. Ample Parking, Coin-Op Washer & Dryer. No Pets. $650 Security $650/Month

1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Apartments Available

448 FURNITURE

You Give Us The Details And We Handle The Bookings, Transportation, And Everything Else! No Party Too Big Or Small! Email For A Quote! [email protected]

FREE RENT!!!

3 Large Rooms, Second Floor. Like New! No Pets. $600/Month References & Security Required. 508-867-7404

Ask For JD 508-867-2564

508-347-7804 413-262-5082

At Reasonable Rates

Brookside Terrace

508-248-7314

Available At Farm! 20lb Bags At $10 Per Bag

Let Us Plan Your Next Event! Graduations/Showers Group Dinners Casino Outings And More!


Heat/Hot Water Included!

Lic. #8121699

Dave

Auburn VNA Helping Hands. Healing Hearts 191 Pakachoag Street Auburn, MA 01501

REGISTERED, INSURED & BONDED

***************

Now Hiring For Brookfield & Dudley.

HELP WANTED

• Homes & Offices • Carpet Cleaning • Floors • And Much More!

442 LICENSED DAY CARE

508-347-3275 Devereux Therapeutic Foster Care 508-829-6769

We Offer Quality Work At An Affordable Price!

Kitchen Bathroom Or Basement Remodeling Decks Handicap Accessibility Ramps 40 Year Roof Painting Inside & Outside Walkways Landscaping Retaining Walls DEMOLITION

Three Bedroom Townhouse Style Apartment. $1282/Month Heat & Hot Water Included Washer/Dryer Hookups Fully Applianced Kitchen With Dishwasher. Available May 21st First & Security

508-347-2200

North Brookfield 2 Bedrooms Heat/Hot Water Included Elevator Accessible, Onsite Laundromat, Trash Removal, Private Parking. Appliances Included.

For More Info (508)867-4277

2 Bedrooms $1200/Month All are newly remodeled, carpeted, stove & refrigerator included. Section 8 Approved. No Pets Allowed Security Deposit & References Required

Call 774-289-1714

Southbridge Ashland Street 2 Bedroom Apartment. Modern, Clean, Wall-To-Wall Carpets, Ceramic Tiles In Kitchen/Hall/Bathroom. Recent Cabinets, Fresh Paint, A/C. Off-Street Parking. Section 8 Accepted $750/Month First/Last/References Available Immediately

508-892-1793 [email protected]

Call (978)852-0886

Southbridge 3 Bedroom, Second Floor $900/Month 4 Bedroom, Second Floor $950/Month Deleaded Certificate. Off-Street Parking, Washer/Dryer Hookups. Spacious. New Windows, Doors, Plumbing, Electrical MOVE-IN CONDITION

Call 617-645-2811

Southbridge 4 Rooms, One Bedroom. Hardwood Floors, Washer/Dryer Hookup. Stove & Fridge. $575/Month Plus Utilities Non-Smokers. Cats OK. Credit Check. Leave Message 860-749-4112

Southbridge 48/50 Cohasse Street Third Floor, Small One Bedroom, One Bath. $550/Month Heat Included. No Pets. Stove & Refrigerator Included.

508-735-2559

Southbridge 56 Taft Street Three Bedroom, Second Floor Apartment. Off-Street Parking. $800/Month First & Last. Call Pat 401-434-8997

Southbridge Beautiful, Three Bedroom, Second Floor. Range, Refrigerator, Washer & Dryer Included.

$800/Month (Includes Hot Water) No Pets. No Waterbeds. First/Last & Security 1-Year Lease To Apply Call 508-765-0386 (9:30am-5:30pm)

Southbridge Clean, Small 2 Bedroom Duplex Apartment. Stove, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer Hookups, Yard, Good Area. Credit Check Required. No Pets. $575/Month Plus Utilities Call 508-414-7169

Southbridge Coombs Street 2 Bedroom Apartment Available. Applianced, Washer/Dryer Hook-ups. No Pets. Section 8 OK. $700 First And Security. References And Credit Check Required.

Call (508)596-8497

Southbridge Dresser Street 1-2 Bedrooms, First Floor, In 2-Family Home, With Garage. Quiet. No Pets/Smoking First/Security Leave Message 508-765-7131

Southbridge FIRST FLOOR APARTMENT AVAILABLE 3-4 Bedroom Large Eat-In Kitchen, Near Police Station & Route 169. $850/Month Plus Utilities Section 8 OK Call Tim Or Cara 508-347-5175

Southbridge First Floor, 2 Bedroom Apartment. Modern & Clean. Off-Street Parking. $750 to $775/Month

774-258-0147

Southbridge First Floor, Three Bedrooms, No Pets New Floors, Cleaned & Painted. Some Carpeting, Stove, Off-Street Parking, Washer/Dryer Hookups In Apartment Deposits. References and Credit Check Required. No Utilities. $750 Per Month Plus Water & Sewer.

Call (508)637-1074

Southbridge Large Heated 2 Bedroom. Stove & Refrigerator Included. No Pets. Washer/Dryer Hookups. Hardwood Floors. Lease & Security Required. $750/Month

508-764-2866

Southbridge Low Rent! Two Bedroom Apartment. Very Clean, Freshly Painted., Refrigerator & Stove. Quiet Neighborhood. No Pets. No Smokers. A Very Affordable Apartment For The Right Tenant. Credit Check Required First & Last Required. 508-765-0580 Leave Message

JUNE 02, 2010





Southbridge

Spencer

SPENCER

Webster

One Bedroom Apartment. Second Floor, Includes Stove, Refrigerator, Hot Water, Off-Street Parking. No Pets. $625/Month First/Security Deposit & Credit Check

Call Irene 413-781-4633 413-204-5875

Southbridge Second Floor, Two Bedroom. Heat & Hot Water, Stove, Fridge & Washer/Dryer Hookups Included. Off-Street Parking. No Pets/Smoking $700/Month First & Last

2 Bedroom. Centrally Located. Second Floor. Off-Street Parking. No Pets $650/Month First/Last & Security 508-885-6005

Remodeled One Bedroom, Lake View, Duplex, Laundry, Off-Street Parking One Car, Quiet, 1.5 Bath. First/Last & $500 Security Criminal/Credit Check $750/Month INCLUDES UTILITIES

508-885-5216

Spencer Attractive Two Bedroom Apartments, Townhouse Or One Floor Appliances, Some With Washer/Dryer Hookups, Modern & Bright, Quiet Country Setting. Directly Off Route 9. Available Now! 508-735-4335 Visit Our Website www.spencercondos.com

Spencer Two Bedroom, 1 1/2 Bath Townhouse Style Apartment. Dining Room, Living Room, Kitchen. Mud Room, 3-Season Porch, Basement With Hookups. Yard & Parking. $800/Month First/Last & Security. 508-529-4452

508-248-0932

Southbridge SPECIAL $499 1 Bedroom. Modern. Wall To Wall, Appliances Included, Coin-Op Laundry, No Pets. Lease And Security. Utilities Not Included.

Call (508)764-2866

Southbridge Studio Apartment $575/Month Electric Included. Close To Harrington Memorial Hospital. Off-Street Parking, Coin-Op. No Pets. No Smoking. 413-426-2829

Spencer 2 Bedroom Townhouses. Electric Appliances, Hookups. One Year Lease. No Pets. First & Last $625/$720 per month. Security Deposit ($500) Call (508)886-4312

Spencer 1 Bedroom Apartment. Near Bus Route. $530 No Smoking/Pets, Off-Street Parking. Coin-Op On Site. Inexpensive To Heat. Lots Of Storage Space. First/Last, Security & Background Check

Call (774)696-4567

700 AUTOMOTIVE

705 AUTO ACCESSORIES

5th Wheel Steel Drop Center Tailgate $200 508-943-2572

Chrysler Industrial V8 400HP Engine Rebuilt, Zero Miles. Sitting On Ground, Ready To Go $2200

With Rebuilt Fitted Transmission (Zero Miles) $3000 Package Deal Transmission Only $1800 508-461-9097

Rims For Sale 15 Inch Aluminum Rims Off 1991 Honda Accord. Factory Set - 5 Total $25 Each

860-923-0457

Used Auto Parts 91 day Guarantee. Large inventory of engines, transmissions, tires & glass. Excellent service. Free parts locating service.

Amherst-Oakham Auto Call (800)992-0441 or (508)799-9969

720 CLASSICS

1927 Ford Roadster Turnkey Show Ready! Chevy 327, V8, Holly 4B, A/T, Red With Flames, Pipes. Will Not Consider Trades Contact 860-974-9880 Or [email protected]

1930 Model A Ford Coupe Green, With Extra Parts. Good Condition. $10,000

Bright 4-Room Apartment. Wall-To-Wall, Washer & Dryer Facilities. Parking. No Pets. Credit Check. References. First & Last. $650/Month Call 508-943-0474

Uxbridge Spencer Large One Bedroom Apartment. Located Near Route 9. With Huge Closet, Carpeted Living Room. Kitchen Includes Major Appliances. Tenant Washer & Dryer. Off-Street Parking, Nice Quiet Location. $550/Month

508-951-2641

Updated 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Apartment. First/Last & Security. 1-Year Lease No Pets/Smoking $825/Month Utilities Not Included.

Spencer

Webster ONE MONTH FREE RENT! 2 Bedroom Units Starting At $783!!

Section 8 Vouchers Accepted.

Please call (508)987-1595

Webster

One Bedroom Heat Included Washer/Dryer Hookup, & Trash Removal $600/Month $500 Security Required No Pets Ready Now! 774-230-7146

Heat & Hot Water Included. Must Income Qualify Section 8 Certification Welcome Modern Kitchens Wall-To-Wall Carpet Spacious Closets On-Site Laundry Easy Highway Access For More Information Call 508-949-9567

Modern Second Floor, Two Bedroom Apartment. Includes Stove & Refrigerator. Washer & Dryer Hookups, Off-Street Parking. Minutes To I-395. Nice Yard. No Pets. First & Last $825/Month

508-864-9117

Heat And Hot Water Is Included.

Spencer

Spencer

2 Bedroom $739-$802

Webster

Must Income Qualify.

Large, Bright, 3+ Bedroom Apartment. Stove, Washer & Dryer. Heat Included. No Smoking Or Pets. Security Deposit $1000/Month Call 508-885-3031 Or 774-272-0903

Hartley Terrace

508-667-8746

NORTH VILLAGE

Large Three Bedroom Duplex. Appliances Included. Washer/Dryer Hookups, Hardwood Floors. Nice Yard, Off-Street Parking. $1150/Month No Pets. First & Security 508-735-3805

WEBSTER

2 Bedroom Apartment Modern, New, Nice Area. Includes Dishwasher, Off-Street Parking, Washer/Dryer Hookups. Third Floor $735/Month

Call 508-769-2500

Webster Second Floor, Large Three Bedroom Apartment. Washer/Dryer Hookup, Off-Street Parking. No Pets. Non-Smoking. Available June 1st $895/Month

Three Bedroom Apartment. Large Newly Renovated Kitchen & Bathroom. Washer Hookups, Off-Street Parking. First/Last & Security No Pets. $850/Month Heat Included.

508-450-6421

1966 T-Bird Hard-Top

1979 Pontiac Trans-Am

New 4-Barrel Carburetor, New Tires, New Brake Booster & Master Cylinder. Runs Good! Good For Restoration. Interested Parties ONLY! $4200 OBO

Virginia Car. Great Condition. Smokey & The Bandit Look. Runs Well. Black Interior & Exterior, Lots Of New Parts (Including Seats, Tires, Carpet, Rebuilt Transmission) Matching Numbers $13,500

1968 GMC K2500 4x4 Pickup

Mild Custom, $11,000

1955 Oldsmobile 4-Door Original, $10,000

1975 Ford Flatbed $1600

1953 Ford 3/4 Ton Pickup Solid, Needs Restoration, $2500 Collection MUST BE SOLD! 978-760-3453

1963 King Midget New Engine, Comet Clutch, All-New Brakes, New Paint, New Convertible Top With Side Curtains. All-New Tires. Fun Car, Good Runner! $5500 Ask For George Or Barry 508-347-9654 508-764-6059

1966 Mustang Coupe (Not Fastback) Rust-Free! Georgia Car (Always Garaged) Paint’s Faded. All Ready For YOUR 289 V8 Engine. $6900

Under Restoration All New Sheetmetal. Needs Bed. Many New Parts. Runs Good. $3500 OBO No Reasonable Offer Refused 508-450-5093

1968 Mustang 2-Door Coupe Red With Black Interior. 302 Automatic. Very Clean, Low Miles. Recently Refurbished Asking $5000 MUST SELL! 860-564-3397

1969 Volkswagen Beetle With Title. Needs To Be Restored. 2 Transmissions, 2 Engines, Many New Parts. $2200 508-248-1665

1975 Mercedes 450SL Convertible Maroon With Black Interior, With Two Tops. Looks & Runs Great. Needs Nothing! $10,000 FIRM

508-615-7358

1995 Toyota Supra Twin-Turbo, Stock, 6-Speed. Original. 60k, Black-On-Black, Leather, Two-Owner Car.

Best Offer

1973 Pontiac Trans-Am 4-Speed, With 455cu. White, Burgundy Interior, Original, Matching Numbers. 90k.

Best Offer

508-344-2660

725 AUTOMOBILES

1999 Pontiac Grand Prix Asking $5500 OBO 508-943-1593

1988 Buick Estate Wagon Last Of The Woodies! Needs Tender Loving Care. $1500

1982 Dodge Half-Ton 318 Flat-Bed 4WD, Real Sharp! Runs, Needs TLC. $1500

1994 Mustang Convertible $1500

508-769-0619

978-760-3453

Utility Trailer

2008 Scion XD

That Dumps Removable Sides, Very Solid. $550 978-760-3453

Black, 5-Speed Manual. 13k Miles, 1 Owner. Excellent Condition. 35+ Miles Per Gallon.

Asking $11,500 Contact Jim At 508-266-0829 Or 443-206-6036

Call Karen 508-885-3192

1950 Chevrolet 4-Door Sedan 6-Cylinder, Standard Shift. New Factory-Built Motor. Solid Body, Runs Excellent. Needs Interior & Minor Work To Be Road-Worthy. $5900

Automotive

Vintage 1956 VW Beetle Sedan Runs Good, 36HP Motor, Nice Body & Interior. New Tires & Brakes. Asking $9000

Call Barry 508-764-6059

Mon-Thurs 9-7 Fri 9-6 Sat 9-3

GOOD PEOPLE SELLING GOOD CARS IN A GREAT COMMUNITY

2003 Dodge Grand Caravan

978-760-3453

5,999

$

STK# 4027PA

210 Sq.Ft. Available (Rear Of 98 Hamilton) 508-320-9075

Southbridge For Lease 10,850+ S.F. Building Ideal For Commercial/Industrial Use. Town Water/Sewer, Loading Dock. Includes 1,400 S.F. Office Space. Located On Worcester Street (Route 169) Call (508)765-5421

Southbridge For Lease 9,400+ S.F. Ideal For Commercial/Light Industrial Use. Town Water/Sewer. Includes 1,850 S.F. Office Space. Located On Worcester Street (Route 169) Call (508)765-5421

2009 Toyota Camry LE

14,999

$

STK# 4014P

508-764-4356 • www.knightchevy.com • 1-800-282-4356 129 Worcester St., Southbridge, MA 01550

525 HOUSES FOR RENT

550 MOBILE HOMES

CHARLTON WATERFRONT

1977 Mobile Home

For Rent Recently Renovated 2BR Cottage On Picturesque Cranberry Lake. Partially Furnished, Kitchen Appliances, Marble Counter Tops, Large Living Area w/Cathedral Ceiling, Spacious Deck, Dock, Etc. $1200/Month 508-248-5175

530 HOUSES FOR SALE

FOR SALE BY OWNER 2000 Sq.Ft. 5-Bedroom, 2-Bath Colonial, Located In Worcester’s Lovely West Side. Huge Kitchen & Double-Sized Living Room. Hardwood Floors, Dining Room & Three-Season Front Porch. Classic Art Deco Interior Details. Needs Minor TLC. Finished Deck & Yard. New Roof & Windows. Perfect Starter Home For Family Looking To Live In One Of The City’s Finest Neighborhoods.

Priced To Sell At $190,000 Or Best Offer

Call (508)754-1527 For An Appointment

Pascoag, RI Lakefront Custom Home 3 Bedrooms, 4 Baths Near I-395 See ISoldMyHouse.com Ad# 172543 For Video & Info. MLS#964134 Unique, One-Of-A-Kind Home!

$549,900

Webster For Rent

Free Standing Buildings. Great Space!

1952 Pontiac Woody

1953 Ford 2-Door Sedan

Formerly Aucoin Realty First Floor, Good Visibility! Parking 1100 Sq. Ft. Also:

Webster

720 CLASSICS

860-774-8289

For Rent 98 Hamilton Street

2500 Sq.Ft & 7500 Sq.Ft.

720 CLASSICS

[email protected]

Southbridge PROFESSIONAL OFFICE SPACE

508-943-8755

720 CLASSICS

Tin Woody Beach Wagon, In Need Of Complete Restoration. Engine Turns, Major Components In Place. Good Interior. Solid Frame, Straight Eight, Automatic Transmission. $3950 978-760-3453

510 COMMERCIAL/BUSINESS

ALSO: 2500 Sq.Ft. 3000 Sq.Ft. 9000 Sq.Ft. Available! Owner Will Give You Price You Can’t Refuse!


louzam@ zammarelli.necoxmail.com

546 CEMETERY LOTS

Two Lots Available At Worcester County Memorial Park In Paxton. Non-Selected. Asking $1200 For Both Or Best Offer

508-885-1071

Two Plots

$70,000 Plus Park Share FOR SALE BY OWNER Located In Wagon Wheel Park, Brookfield, MA 508-347-3837

N. Grosvenordale CT Mobile Home For Sale 14x64 Doublewide 2 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths. Large Kitchen, Living Room. Laundry Room. Appliances Included. Plenty Of Cabinet Space. $65,000 For Appointment 860-923-0421

Permanent Trailer For Sale In Wells, Maine Campground May 15th To October 15th Quiet Park, 10 Minutes From Beach. Fully Furnished, Florida Room, Corner Lot. Asking $18,500 Call 508-277-4569

RENT TO OWN Minimum Down Payment And $885/Month

West Brookfield NEW Two Bedroom Mobile Home In 55+ Park. Scenic Area, Very Safe. Have A Garden, A Pet, And Someone Else To Do The Snow!

Madden Estates 508-867-7972

Sturbridge Attractive Mobile Home In Sturbridge Retirement Park Two Bedrooms, One And One Half Bath, Deck, Patio, New Roof, New Windows, And Many Updates. Beautifully Landscaped.

$85,000 508-347-8791

Ware Large 3 Bedroom, Family Park, Pets Welcome! Country Living Near Quabbin. 14’x67’, Must See Inside! Modern & Fully Renovated! New Roof, Windows, Deck, Plush Carpet And Freshly Painted Throughout. New Front Load Washer/Dryer, Side-By-Side Stainless Steel Fridge With Ice/Water, And Stove All Remain.

Call 1-508-275-9275

In Worcester County Memorial Park, Paxton, MA At Garden Of Heritage II $1500 OBO For Both 508-864-7159

2005 Toyota Camry LE

725 AUTOMOBILES

725 AUTOMOBILES

2000 Ford Mustang GT

2001 Ford Taurus SE

$11,500 OBO Candy Apple Red, Pristine Condition! 33,010 Miles. Fully Loaded, Including MagnaFlow Exhaust, AEM Intake, Lojack. Stored Winters. Serious Inquiries Only 860-923-9618

78k Original Miles, All Power, New Tires. Well Maintained Inside & Out. Color Blue. Private Owner. $3300 Will Negotiate. 774-289-4518

4-Cylinder Automatic Sedan, 4-Door, Front-Wheel Drive. 76k Miles. Loaded, A/C, CD Player, Front Disc Brakes, Automatic Steering. Runs Beautifully. Clean, Good Condition.

REDUCED! $10,600 Leave Message 508-885-4580 508-981-2636

2000 Volkswagen Passat GLX 4 Motion V6, 2.8 Fuel Injected. Excellent Condition, Well Maintained. Low Miles. Custom Wheels & Exhaust. Leather Interior, Black On Black. $5500 OBO 508-865-5085 617-519-9051

2006 Kia Spectra 4-Door Sedan New Engine With 32K Miles, Under Warranty. New Tires, Belts. Also Has Full “Bumper-To-Bumper” Warranty, For Over 3 Years (Over 36K Miles). $7890 508-847-3861 (Oxford)

$52,900 413-687-9151

2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Convertible Grey, Runs & Looks New. Fully Loaded. 79k Miles. New Tires. Asking $10,500 508-410-3078

1996 Chevy Caprice Classic V8, Wagon, 4-Door, 146k Miles. Last Of The Wally-Wagons! Original Owner.

$2495 508-943-2703

550 MOBILE HOMES

Sturbridge Mobile Home 55+ 1 Bedroom, Ideal Location, Close To Everything. New Floors, Carpets, Paint, Windows, Shower, Cabinets & Counters. Newer Furnace, A/C & More. Washer/Dryer. $37,500 Owner Financing Available Call For Details 508-347-7027

575 VACATION RENTALS

Cape Cod Dennisport Immaculate 2 Bedroom Cottage Cable TV. Walk To Beach. Sorry, No Pets. Large Private Lot. Great For Children!

••••••••• $595 A Week 508-280-8331

Hampton Beach: Cottage and Suites Sleeps 3-8. 200 feet to beach, located behind Ashworth hotel. Private yard, with grill and tables. Great family area and rates.

Call 603-926-1867

WELLS, MAINE Village By the Sea 2 bedroom/2 bath condo. Pool complex, with jacuzzi and exercise room, outdoor pool, in-unit laundry, A/C, cable.

$85 Per Day Summer Rentals $850 Weekly (508)429-7568

1999 Toyota Camry 224k Miles, Runs Great! Kept Up To Date. Inspected. Air & Heat. Good First Car Or Spare Car $2500 401-585-0309

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2001 Subaru Forester S $5150

2000 Subaru Outback With Leather, 88k Miles $6050

1999 Subaru Outback Automatic $3150

1995 Toyota Camry $2250

2002 Volkswagen 4Motion $7050

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1987 Fleetwood Jamboree

1450 Low Rider

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1996 Holiday Rambler 5th Wheel Aluma-Lite With One Living Area Slide-Out, Rear Kitchen, Garden Tub, Queen Bed, Including Some Accessories. In Good Condition.

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1999 35’ Landau Motorhome

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2000 Harley Sportster 18,000 Miles Mint Condition Call Cliff $7000 508-764-7068

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2002 12x40 Park Model RV (like brand new) on beautiful lot in campground can be used for a full 6 months (15 April-15 October every year) Lot paid for until 2097. $48,000

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2002 Harley Davidson Sportster

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2003 American Ironhorse Slammer S&S 100+HP, 6 Speed. Total Custom - Paint, Chrome, Billet. Pristine Condition. 8k Miles. Asking $13,000 OBO 781-254-6556

1998 Polaris ATV Magnum 425, 4x4 Complete $2000 Overhaul 5 Years Ago. Used Very Little Since. Needs Battery. Asking $3000 508-885-3136 860-888-5207

2004 BMW K1200 GT Absolutely Perfect! Dark Blue, Very Low Miles. New Tires & Battery. $11,000 860-315-7417

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2006 THULE TRAILER (6’ x 12’ Enclosed) Aluminum, Dual Axle, GVW 6000 lbs. Model #C65X12238200, Under 200 Miles. $5250 Mike 860-935-0072

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1979 Ford F-350 Pickup Truck 4x4 With Plow, 49k Original Miles. NO TITLE. Floor In Bed Is Missing, Needs Replacing. Solid Frame, Very Good Mechanics. One Original Owner $1650 978-760-3453

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1992 GMC Diesel Truck UPS Truck-Style, Aluminum Grumman Body, Shelves. Rebuilt Transmission/Motor, New Fuel Tank, Radiator, Steering Box. Dual Wheels, 11’ Area Behind Seats Excellent Condition 14,100GVWR Call 5pm-8:30pm 508-867-6546

1994 Plymouth Van Needs Alternator, Good Body & Motor. Parts Only - No Title. $400

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1996 Florida Pick-Up Truck Dodge Ram 1500 SLT Club Cab 8 Foot Bed With Cap, Large Engine (5.9 V8 Magnum), Power Everything, 4 Brand-New Tires With Rims, New Battery.

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1997 Ford Ranger XLT 4-Cylinder, 5 Speed. Economical Mileage. Loaded! A/C, Power Windows, Cruise/Tilt, Power Locks, Black With Bedliner & Cap, Etc. New Tires. Super Clean! Must See!

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1983 Ford Dump Truck Ford 9000 6-Wheeler Needs A Little Work Asking $2500

2003 Rawson Portable Screener Plant Model 3618/SN:SN823203 24 Point OV Twin Honda Motor. Low Hours, Well Maintained Asking $28,000

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What’s Stopping You? THERE’S MORE TO SAFE BRAKING THAN JUST YOUR BRAKES much more than just the brake system. Shock absorbers, struts, tires and chassis components also play big roles in helping you avoid accidents. Safe braking depends on consistent, firm contact between your tires and the road. Worn shocks or struts, in particular, can prevent this secure contact by allowing your vehicle’s wheels to “hop” after hitting a pothole, bump or other hazard. “When the tires aren’t in firm contact with the road, your brakes can’t do their job,” said car care expert Mark Christiaanse, director of product management for Tenneco Inc.’s Monroe® brand of ride control components. “That’s why every brake job should also include a careful inspection of shocks and struts as well as steering linkage parts like ball joints and tie-rod ends.” The primary job of a shock absorber or strut is to provide resistance to the wheel’s natural tendency to bounce away from road impacts. These components also help limit the transfer of vehicle weight from the rear to the front wheels in hard-braking situations. This helps balance the weight over all four wheels for shorter stopping distance and improved stability. Tenneco estimates that shocks and struts provide an average of 21 million of these stabilizing actions every 12,000 miles. “Shocks and struts are obviously wearintensive parts and should be inspected and replaced as part of normal vehicle maintenance,” Christiaanse said. The independent Motorist Assurance Program now recommends replacing worn shocks and struts every 50,000 miles. For more information on how shocks and struts can affect vehicle braking distance, To stay on the road to safety, be sure your stopping system visit www. savingsquirrels.com. (NAPS)

When it comes to the performance of your vehicle’s brakes, the margin of “safety” can often be measured in inches—the few inches you’ve stopped short of another car or that dog or squirrel darting across the road. What many vehicle owners don’t realize, however, is that braking performance relies on

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Jaguar XFR a Demonstration of All That Can Go Right in a Luxury Sports Sedan BY KEITH GRIFFIN Sometimes an exercise in excess is a good thing. Case in point would be this week’s review car: the 2010 Jaguar XFR. The Jaguar XF is simply a stunning, fast car on its own, but the XFR (the R is Jaguar’s performance line) takes stunning to a whole new level. True car aficionados may not be willing to admit it, but the XFR is what the Porsche Panamera aspires to be. This is the first Jaguar in a long time that can make any claim against a Porsche but the Germans have a lot to learn from the English (well, technically the Indians) when it comes to four-door sports sedans. The XFR is powered by a 5.0liter, supercharged V8 engine that puts out 510 horsepower and 461 lb. ft. of torque. That is 210 more horsepower than the base XF, which has a 4.2-liter V8 that performs pretty well. The XFR zips from 0-60 in 4.7 seconds. Even my five-year old daughter noted the acceleration whenever we merged onto the highway. “Daddy, go faster,” she would say. (OK, I admit it. That makes me smile but I never leapt past the flow of traffic. I’m not going to win my daughter’s affection with a heavy, reckless use of the accelerator.) As Jaguar points out, the XFR’s real strength comes in that crucial 50-70 mph acceleration. It’s as if you only have to think about passing somebody on the highway and the deed is done thanks to a time of just 1.9 seconds (or about the time it takes to say, “1.9 seconds”). The XFR offers a high level of responsive handling. It eats up twisty, curvy roads in a supple way that belies the sedan’s 4305 lbs. It feels like a much more nimble car than even the Chevy Camaro RS that followed in my driveway. The interior of the XFR is spoton perfect. That could explain why it won Best Premium Car Interior from Ward’s Auto. The heated and cooled seats are perfect for our crazy New England weather that fluctuates between

The 2010 Jaguar XFR is a handsome car that holds a stunning 510 horsepower under its hood. It is probably the best luxury sports sedan currently on the market.

90 degrees and 40 degrees in the space of a couple days. My only concern (and I mentioned this in a review of the 2009 XF Supercharge) would be the hightech air vents and the shifter that pumps up from the center console. To read Jaguar’s description, the technology is pretty cool: “Start the engine and the JaguarDrive Rotary Gear Selector rises from the center console into the palm of the hand, while rotating vents turn 180 degrees from the flush ‘parked’ position to their functional open position.” After two weeks with two different XF models, both continuously awe me but what happens when they break down? How does one drive the car when the selector doesn’t pop into the “palm of the hand” or keep cool on a sweltering day in rush hour traffic when the rotating vents decide to stay closed? What comforts me somewhat is Jaguar’s initial quality scores have improved. There’s hope that this new technology won’t fail out of warranty and you’ll face the equivalent of a mortgage payment to repair them. (I had a

Photos © Jaguar The interior of the 2010 Jaguar XFR matches its stunning exterior design.

friend sell a Jaguar S-type that was given to him by his mother solely because of the maintenance costs. He gave up a free car because of the maintenance costs.) On the outside, a beautiful aspect of the XFR’s design comes from its wheels. Truth be told, I’m not much of a wheel guy, but the XFR is shod with 20-inch Nevis alloy wheels that are fitted as standard – the only car in its class to offer this size of wheel as standard. Its twin-seven-spoke wheels bear the wording “Jaguar Supercharged” and are wrapped tightly around silver-gray brake calipers, which carry the ‘R’ logo. Silver-gray is a nice touch compared to the gaudier bright red and yellow brake calipers that scream “Look at me” on other sport sedans. By other sport sedans, I include the BMW M5, the previously mentioned Panamera, and the Audi S6. The Jaguar XFR simply outshines them all in overall performance, drivability and looks. It’s that much of a deal changer in the world of performance sedans. Like those other luxury sport sedans, the XF in any trim level is not an inexpensive car. Here’s the price breakdown for the four levels, along with their horsepower: • 4.2-liter naturally aspirated XF (300 hp) with a $52,000 sticker • 5.0-liter naturally aspirated XF Premium (385 hp) with a $57,000 sticker • 5.0-liter supercharged XF Supercharged (470 hp) with a $68,000 sticker • 5.0-liter supercharged XFR (510 hp) with a $80,000 sticker There’s no denying this is a great luxury sports sedan that delivers a lot for its $80,000 sticker. This is a car I could live with for the rest of my life and be perfectly happy. Jaguar is on its way back as demonstrated by the XFR.

(Questions and comments about this review and other automotive concerns can be e-mailed to [email protected]. All queries are answered.) VITAL STATISTICS Wheelbase: 114.5 inches Length: 195.3 inches Width: 73.9 inches Height: 57.5 inches Curb weight: 4305 lbs. Engine: 5.0-liter supercharged V8 Horsepower: 510@6000-6500 rpm Torque: 461@2500-5500 EPA estimated mpg city/highway: 15/23 Base price: $79,150 As-tested price: $79,150 Also consider: (a comparative vehicle) BMW M5, Porsche Panamera, Audi S6

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Vacation Season Car Care Essentials need to put it into service when you’re on the road. Change your windshield wipers: Experts suggest changing your blades every six to 12 months. Don’t forget to check and change your rear-window wiper blade, too! Emergency Road Kit: Having these items could make it easier to get back on the road: • First-aid kit that includes aspirin, bandages, gauze, eyewash, moist wipes, antibiotic ointment and burn cream • Duct tape can temporarily fix a broken windshield wiper, hold glass together, pick up glass shards, serve as a temporary gas cover and repair a broken hose • Brightly colored cloth or “emergency” sign that you can tie or place somewhere on your car to signal for help • Cell phone. If you don’t want a regular-use cell phone, there are special 911 units and prepaid cell phones • Tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers and socket wrenches • Booster cables to jump a dead or faulty battery • Extra fuses • Blankets • Emergency light or flashlight • Bottled water.

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The summer months are notoriously tough on any vehicle as drivers take to the road for extended or weekend getaways. To make sure you’re ready for the summer drive, taking simple maintenance steps will ensure your trip is memorable for all of the right reasons. Get a Tune Up and Check your AC: A tune up before you leave on a long trip could result in improved fuel economy by 4?12 percent. Auto manufacturers recommend a tune up every two years or 30,000 miles, whichever comes first. If your air-conditioning system hasn’t been checked recently, have the technician check the refrigerant charge, compressor belt and compressor clutch. Maintain your cooling system: Engine coolant can become contaminated, so the system should be flushed and replenished periodically—typically every three years or 36,000 miles. Never check the radiator or coolant when the engine is hot. One product to help reduce engine heat is Royal Purple’s Purple Ice Coolant Additive. This high-performance, synthetic radiator coolant additive fosters optimum coolant flow by helping to prevent formation of scale deposits in the radiator and also lubricates the water pump seals. Learn more at www.coolerradiators.com. Don’t forget the spare: When checking your tires for correct inflation and even wear, make sure your spare tire is ready to use in case you

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