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Ehrhard kicks off state Senate campaign in Spencer GOP HOPEFUL POSITIONS SELF AS SHARING LOCAL VOTERS’ VALUES BY DAVID DORE

SPENCER — Positioning himself as a candidate that shares the values of local voters, James Ehrhard has started his campaign for the state Senate seat held by Stephen Brewer of Barre. Ehrhard, a 38-year-old Sturbridge resident and Tantasqua Regional School Committee member, told a group of more than 50 people Tuesday, Oct. David Dore photos 1 he would seek the Republican nomination in the James Ehrhard poses for a photo before announcing Hampden, Hampshire, Middlesex and Worcester Tuesday, Oct. 1 in Spencer he would run as a Republican District. He is the only person to announce a run against for state Senate against Stephen Brewer (D-Barre).

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Brewer, a Democrat who’s up for re-election in 2014. “This is the most winnable seat in the state of Massachusetts,” Ehrhard said. “They vote Republican every time, and we’re going to give them a passionate candidate to then go down to the state Senate and say, ‘You know what? Twentyfive years is long enough. It’s James Ehrhard’s turn.’” The kickoff was held at Laney’s Variety on Main Street (Route 9) in Spencer, which includes

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Massachusetts Fire District 7 elected a new executive board at their Sept. 26 meeting, and Auburn Fire Chief Stephen M. Coleman Jr. was elected as its new chairman. “I am honored that my peers nominated and voted for me to lead the district,” said Coleman. “There has been so much outstanding work going on in this Stephen M. Coleman Jr. fire district for many years and I am thrilled that I have an opportunity to keep that momentum going as chairman.”

Coleman’s term lasts two years. He replaces retired Millbury Fire Chief Thomas Nault. Coleman will represent the interests of the 26 communities that make up District 7, including Southbridge, Charlton, Sturbridge, Webster, Dudley, Oxford, Auburn, Leicester, Spencer, the Brookfields, Uxbridge, Douglas, Northbridge, Millbury and Sutton, among others. Turn To COLEMAN, page A12

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STURBRIDGE — “The New England ShakeUp” brought three days (and nights) of memories and reminiscences to the Sturbridge Host Hotel for a long weekend of vintage and repro car showing and the wearing of classic clothing and retro hairstyles, all to the beat and accompaniment of classic (’50s and ’60s) rock-androll music, both indoors and out Sept. 27-29. Pictured, scamps and vamps were part of the landscape. For the story and more photos, turn to page A16!

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Education ‘above and beyond’ ‘TED.’ CONTINUES TO RAISE FUNDS – AND OPPORTUNITIES – FOR STUDENTS BY MARK ASHTON

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STURBRIDGE — Technically, Ted. stands for Tantasqua Education Foundation (or Fund), but the “ED” part of the acronym might just as well stand for Engaged and Determined, or Excited Disciples, or even Enthusiastic Do-gooders. Founded in 2006 by a trio of Tantasqua/Union 61 school district parents/supporters, Ted. was created by Jim Glickman, John Stebbins, and Colleen Bonja (now all emeritus board members) in hopes of “extending” the educational opportunities for high school students, to generate funding for “creativity in Turn To TED., page A12

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STURBRIDGE — The mighty eagle, perhaps the most feared and fearsome predator of the American sky, is known for its keen eyesight, its far-reaching vision while hovering hundreds of feet in the air on thermal currents and wings of great strength and stamina. And keen vision, perhaps, is also a hallmark of the traditionally earthbound Eagle, the Boy Scout

of extreme rank and insight into the needs of his neighbors. Thus, the Eagle Award Public Service Project completed some time ago by Sturbridge resident Austin Schepper reflects both a local need and some keen vision on the part of the award winner. A member of Sturbridge Boy Scout Troop 161, Schepper was considering a suitable project to

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‘Mind bending’ event to be hosted by library BY CHELSEA DAVIS


STURBRIDGE — The Joshua Hyde Library will be hosting a mind-bending event on Thursday, Oct. 17 at 7 p.m. Mentalist Rory Raven will demonstrate the art of mentalism in his program, “Brainstorming: An Act of Mentalism!” Most people don’t know what mentalism is, Raven said, but it can be described as a theatrical way of mind reading. In the program, Raven will demonstrate his ability

to read minds and even bend spoons. With the participation of audience members, he will also show how anyone can test their own mind-reading powers. “The great thing is that you don’t have to believe in order to find mentalism compelling,” Raven is quoted as saying on his website. The program is in conjunction with the Young Adult Library Services Association’s “Teen Read Week.” YALSA is a national association created to strengthen library servic-

es for teens, aged 12-18, according to the YALSA website. The week is held every year in the third week of October, and each year has a different theme, said Adult Services Coordinator Cheryl Zelazo. This year’s Teen Read Week theme is “Seeking the Unknown.” “It really promotes reading in an age group that is hard to target,” Zelazo said. Zelazo first heard of Raven when the library received an informational packet on his services through a

mailing promotion. “The program sounded really cool when I first saw the description,” said Zelazo. In contacting other libraries that hosted his program, they gave Raven glowing reviews, Zelazo said. Zelazo is hoping the event will generate interest amongst teens in the community. “There’s no clear linear progression as to how I ended up doing this as a career,” Raven said. Turn To MENTALISM, page A12

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‘Walktober’ returns to the Last Green Valley BY JASON BLEAU


Fall is in the air, October has just begun, and that means the Last Green Valley celebrates the return of Walktober, a month-long series of tours, special presentations and nature walks that show off many different aspects of the Quiet Corner and southern Massachusetts. It has become a popular fall feature in Northeastern Connecticut, with businesses, local officials and historians getting involved to educate both locals and visitors on the history and offerings of towns in the Quiet Corner, and even some farther south along Connecticut’s eastern border. Valerie Imre, the coordinator of Walktober, said the event, now in

its 23rd year, originally began as a single weekend around the Columbus Day holiday and has since expanded to a month long event. “It was called a walking weekend before and now takes place over the entire month of October,” said Imre. “We offer walks, hikes, biking and paddling events, all kinds of wonderful free things to get people out to enjoy the wonderful fall weather.” The Walktober calendar includes events spanning from Sturbridge, Mass., to as far south as Norwich and Lisbon and offers opportunities to explore historic monuments and locations, travel through walking trails or along area rivers and even see local businesses and get tours of their facili-

ty. Imre said, “It has grown immensely from its beginnings. There’s something going on every weekend and during the week with all different types of experiences within the Last Green Valley. There’s something for everybody at every level, even pets can get involved in some events.” Some events during Walktober also play into October’s popular holiday Halloween with cemetery tours, nighttime walks and even a tour in search of signs of Dinosaurs that once walked the woods of eastern Connecticut and southeastern Massachusetts. According to Imre, the Walktober events have become a staple for the local area. “We have people come from all

over the country to participate and its something people look forward to every school year, picking out the different experiences that they would like to do — even people who aren’t in the area anymore but used to live here come up and visit and enjoy some of the activities with their families.” Most of the events on the calendar are free, although some events do include a fee to take part. For those who are not athletic, Walktober includes activities exploring wildlife, eating dinner for a cause, sitting in on seminars and speaker presentations, flyfishing, touring local pubs or eateries and viewing art from local artists who have come and gone over the years. Imre noted that businesses and

event organizers have to have their programs set in stone early in the year, well before Walktober is even on the minds of many as they enjoy the summer months. “We actually invite everybody to participate and get their events in with an April deadline, so it’s pretty early in the year, but we do put out solicitations to all the historical organizations and all our business partners so if they have something going on they can add it to our calendar.” A map and calendar of the upcoming Walktober events can be obtained through the Last Green Valley. Jason Bleau may be reached (860) 928-1818, ext. 112, or by e-mail at [email protected].

Area schools partnering up for AP program BY JOY RICHARD


“I am more concerned with attitude than aptitude.” This is the first thing Bartlett High School’s Advanced Placement (AP) language and composition teacher Amanda Wrenn tells her new junior students when they enter her classroom on the first day of classes. Wrenn and several other teachers at Bartlett High School were thrilled to hear the news this summer that the high school would be one of three local schools to receive funding.

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The money for the additional courses comes through the federal Mass Math and Science Initiative (MMSI) program, which was supported at the state level by local legislators like State Rep. Ryan Fattman, RWebster, and Sen. Richard T. Moore, DUxbridge. Bartlett will be partnered with Tantasqua Regional High School in Sturbridge and Shepherd Hill Regional High School in Dudley for AP teacher workshops along with AP weekends where students from the three school will be able to meet and work on projects together. Tantasqua Regional High School Principal Michael Lucas said having had their AP program grow over the last three years, they did not add to the 12 classes already in place, but will be using the funding for teacher development, books and classroom supplies. He said the class currently has 290 of its juniors and seniors taking AP courses with 510 seats filled. He said like many schools, some students opt to take more than one class. “There is great potential here,” said Lucas during a phone interview on Wednesday, Sept. 25. “It will be for terrific teachers to get to know each other and work together. The feedback we have received

from other schools who have done it before has been terrific.” Teachers like Wrenn at Bartlett echoed Lucas’ excitement for having professional development classes together as each instructor has a different teaching style and techniques to share. Wrenn said the message she wanted to get out to sophomores this year was that it’s all about effort in AP. She said you don’t need to have straight As to be in advanced placement — you need to have a strong work ethic and a passion for the subject. “It’s the effort that needs to be there at beginning of year,” said Wrenn. Webster resident and Bartlett senior Kelsi Pipes, 17, encouraged any student to try an AP course. She said if a students plans to go to college AP is the best way to know how university courses are going to be. “A lot of people think AP classes are for the ‘smart’ kids, but its not,” said Pipes during a break in her schedule last week. “The only difference is that you have to work hard and you have to have the ambition.” Moore and Fattman spoke at the AP kickoff rally hosted by the school on Tuesday, Sept. 24. Both pushed the students in attendance to try a course and set an example for the younger grades that hard work and college preparation is important for everyone.

Moore said along with being prepared there are other benefits to taking advanced placement. He said some students he has spoken with have been able to test out of lower-level college courses there for saving money in the long run. “It is important for the students, at the minimum, to experience taking freshman level courses,” said Moore. Webster School District Superintendent Dr. Barbara Malkas, who also spoke Tuesday morning, said she was pleased to see enthusiasm from students and speakers alike. She cited Fattman’s speech about conquering fears as something that she thought really touched a nerve with students. “He did a great job. It was very inspiring,” said Malkas. She added that it is exciting to see this program grow and hopes staff will be able to foster its progress in the years to come. “What most parents and students need to know is that this is not just about juniors and seniors taking AP classes, it is about seventh through 10th grade getting ready and building their skills,” said Malkas. Joy Richard may be reached at 508-909-4129 or by email at [email protected].

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doctors, teachers, mentors, angels – who have been instrumental in bringing joy and hope back to their lives. “Nobody wants a journey like that,” says Lisa, adding that she and Kyle have nevertheless learned “how not to let bad things stop your dreams.” Along with a race this weekend in Sturbridge, Team Unstoppable has one more race – a Center of Hope fundraiser in November – for the season. Next March, a fundraiser is already scheduled at the Polish Club in Southbridge to help raise the thousands of dollars needed for a bicycle for DiDonato and Kyle to use in the biking part of triathlons. “We’re still looking for auction items for that,” says Lisa. Anyone interested in donating to the cause is invited to contact her at: 508-248-2094 or by email at: [email protected]. The competitors are also trying to form a local “Team Hoyt New England” Chapter for other captain/angel matches. DiDonato, in the meantime, continues to manufacture special running chairs out of his Southbridge Tool and Manufacturing Co. in Dudley. And Kyle continues to visit schools and arm wrestle with members of football teams, demonstrating his unstoppable attitude and his love of sports. His dad, notes Lisa, “must be the proudest man in the world looking down on us right now.” Doing races and triathlons has “opened up a whole new world for Kyle,” says Mom. “It’s nice to know dreams really can come true.”


ACCURACY WATCH CORRECTION In a recent story on an Oct. 5 fundraiser for leukemia patient Grayson Hand of Sturbridge, he was incorrectly identified as the artist for a drawing on a poster promoting the event. The artist was actually Grayson’s talented 5-yearold sister, Sophie. Also, the Hand family would like readers to know that “Savers Bank has (played) a huge role in the planning of the benefit. They have really gone above and beyond our family,” said Lauren Hand, “and we are very grateful to them.”

Kyle Brodeur, by almost anyone’s definition, is a survivor. He’s also been called a miracle, a strong man, a competitor, a fighter. And, despite the literary faux pas, “very unique.” He’s all these things and more, not only because he rides snowmobiles and roller coasters, likes to go biking, tubing, swimming, running, and parasailing, but because he does all those things, more or less, from a wheelchair. He’s also, within the last couple of years, taken to competing in road races, even marathons, and this year, triathlons. Editor’s Note: Meetings as listed are retrieved Courtesy photos And he still has at least one in advance from multiple sources, including more dream – to “run through Lisa, left, and Kyle Brodeur celebrate plans for an upcoming race with Kyle’s Town Hall and on the Internet. The Center of Hope companion, Ben Doyen. Mark Ashton photo Disney World.” Sturbridge Villager is not responsible for It’s only a matter of time, of changes and cancellations. course, before he’ll scratch that another, and Lisa and Mr. D. were a celebrity. Which he is. one off his to-do list, while prob- went home to consider the latDoctors over the last 15 years ably adding a few more “unstop- ter’s generous offer – to become have called Kyle “very inspirapable” challenges to his growing the runner pushing Kyle in tional” and, because of his TUESDAY, OCT. 15 list of unachievable accom- competitions, if the latter felt up unstoppable attitude, something plishments. to it. Kyle was truly excited by of a miracle. “Whatever he does, Personnel Committee, 6:30 p.m., Town Hall Now in his mid-20s, Kyle was his mom’s suggestion, it’s a miracle,” one doctor told Conference Room 2 just 10 when he and his family DiDonato’s family supported Lisa. In fact, the list of things he TRSD Committee, 7 p.m., TRJHS Library were driving home to his willingness to become a run- doesn’t do is now on the short DRC Meeting, 7 p.m., Center Office Building Southbridge from a Christmas ner, and the seeds were planted side of the ledger. Meeting Room shopping trip in Auburn. As for Team Unstoppable, the name On a recent trip to Las Vegas, they traveled east on Route 20 in Kyle came up with for his Kyle was introduced to Mike WEDNESDAY, OCT. 16 Oxford, their vehicle was hit “angel” (or pusher) and the Tyson, who took Kyle’s story so MPIC Meeting, 3:30 p.m., Center Office head-on by a vehicle whose driv- team “captain” (or pushee), much to heart that he eventualBuilding Meeting Room er was impaired by alcohol and himself. ly bade the family farewell with Zoning Board of Appeals, 6:30 p.m., Center drugs. Kyle’s father, Michael, “He took that name,” says a personal message. “I think I’m Office Building Meeting Room just 39, was killed instantly. Lisa, “because before the acci- a strong man,” the prizefighter Commercial Tourist District Working Kyle’s mother, Lisa, suffered dent he was truly unstoppable told Lisa, “but I’ll never be as Group, 6:30 p.m., Town Hall Veterans Hall major injuries that left her with in all his sports. He played strong as this guy right here.” screws and plates throughout everything – soccer, hockey, “It brought tears to my eyes,” THURSDAY, OCT. 17 her body and pain and ailments baseball, rollerblading, bike says Lisa, acknowledging that Rory Raven, Mentalist and Mindbender, 7 that are no longer treatable. jumping – everything.” And the boxer later went out of his p.m., Veterans Memorial Hall, Town Hall Kyle’s sisters, Kimberly and after the accident, after a year in way to divert his entourage over Conservation Commission, 7 p.m., Center Katie (then 6 and 4), suffered a a coma, although he first want- to another session of hugging Office Building variety of injuries but are now ed to do nothing at all, she took Kyle and mom goodbye. recovered enough to be going to it upon herself to motivate him Lisa and Kyle’s life since Nov. college and pursuing careers in back into activity. “I said, ‘No, 1, 1997, is soon to be recorded in Mark Ashton can be reached health care. we’re going out every day. You a book she recently finished at: [email protected], Kyle was so damaged in the have to learn to live again.’” writing, entitled, “A Mother’s or by calling: 508-909-4144. Nov. 1, 1997 accident, suffering He took those words to heart Journey through Faith, Hope, strokes at the scene and endur- and began his new regimen of and Courage.” Expected to ing brain injuries and hemor- activities – including sports become available in December – rhages, that he was not expected activities galore, to the point in hardcover, soft-cover, and We Are Open Year Round 9-5 to live. Which is precisely when where Lisa says he now is truly ebook versions, the book is he began his new career as a unstoppable. “He’s so busy I intended to detail the changes survivor. can’t tell you,” she says. “He they’ve experienced and to 12 Lincoln Rd., N. 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BRIMFIELD — On Saturday, Sept. 28, the first ever Wounded Veterans Project family day event was held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the New England Motel and Antique Show Fairgrounds. There were live blues music as well as door prizes, food vendors, and miliExpandable Bangles tary memorabilia. All proceeds from the event went to the Wounded Warrior Project NEW to benefit wounded military members.

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We offer something for everyone. Our traditional service of Holy Eucharist with choir and preaching is at 9:00 a.m. Sunday in the church, followed by Godly Play and Sunday school for children at 10:00 a.m. While the children are in class, parents can enjoy a cup of coffee and a snack. At 11:00 am we offer our new informal, non-traditional service of Holy Eucharist in the Upper Parish Hall. This service includes all of the important aspects of a Holy Communion service, but in an open and relaxed atmosphere in the parish hall. The music is simple and contemporary, and in place of a sermon, our Pastor, the Rev. Janice Ford facilitates a brief discussion on the Gospel reading for the day. Parents will small children can be with their little ones in the nursery attached to the parish hall and still participate in the service. Our goal is simple: to help people experience the knowledge and love of God in whatever way works best for them. Come and see what we have to offer. You may be surprised at what you find. It does not matter whether you have been part of a different faith tradition in the past, are unsatisfied with the one you are in, or are simply searching. This experience is for all people of every age. All are welcome. Come and see! Visit our website at www.reconciliationweb.org. Phone 508-943-8714

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7:27 p.m.: Investigation, Cedar St. Arrest/Complaint. Sept. 28 1:12 a.m.: Disturbance, dispute, Yogi Bear Jellystone Park, River Rd. General clear. 1:58 a.m.: Motor vehicle stop, Main and Hinman St’s. Arrest/complaint. 12:13 p.m.: Vandalism, Antique Center of Sturbridge, Main St. General clear. 8:38 p.m.: Motor vehicle stop, Fiske Hill Rd and Fox Run. Arrest/complaint. Sept. 29 4:54 p.m.: Accident, property damage, Pilot Gas Station. General clear 8:09 p.m.: Disturbance/dispute, Main St. General clear. Oct. 1

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Monday, Oct. 14: Columbus Day – No School Tuesday, Oct. 15: Toasted cheese sandwich, tomato soup, garden spinach salad, chilled peaches, milk. Wednesday, Oct. 16: Chicken pot pie with whole-wheat dinner roll, whipped sweet potatoes, lemon broccoli, fresh fruit, milk. Thursday, Oct. 17: Hot dog on a roll, New England baked beans, creamy coleslaw, chilled peaches, milk. Friday, Oct. 18: Sloppy Joe on whole-wheat roll, spice potato wedges, carrot sticks with dip, chilled applesauce, milk.

STURBRIDGE — Applications are currently being accepted for the Burgess Elementary School preschool. Openings are available for the three-day and two-day sessions at Burgess. The cost for the three-day is $130 per month and the two-day is $85 per month. There are both morning and afternoon sessions. The morning session starts at 8:45 a.m. and dismisses at 11:10 a.m. The afternoon session starts at 12:10 p.m. and dismisses at 2:35 p.m. If you would like more information, please call Lynne (at 508) 347-7041.

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LUNCH Monday, Oct. 14: Columbus Day – No School Tuesday, Oct. 15: Pork patties, rice, threebean bake, green beans, fruit. Wednesday, Oct. 16: Turkey franks on whole-wheat roll, oven fries, carrots, corn, fruit. Thursday, Oct. 17: Chicken fajita on wholewheat soft-shell, green leaf lettuce, cheese, salsa, corn, fruit. Friday, Oct. 18: Whole grain cheese pizza, mixed greens, beans salad, corn, fresh orange.

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Monday, Oct. 14: Columbus Day – No Meals Served Tuesday, Oct. 15: Chicken Murphy, seasoned potatoes, red beets, granola bar. Wednesday, Oct. 16: Soup: cream tomato, cheese, spinach omelet, O’Brien potatoes, mixed vegetables, apple cinnamon mufLLC fin, cookie. Thursday, Oct. 17: Meatloaf and gravy, garlic mashed potatoes, California blend vegetables, $99 WEEKLY PICK-UP, $70 BI-WEEKLY, QUARTERLY RATE fresh fruit. Friday, Oct. 18: RESIDENTIAL CURBSIDE PICKUP Pick-up Weekly and Bi-Weekly Chicken stew, green DUMPSTER CONTAINERS We Offer 15, 20 and 30 Yard Dumpsters beans, biscuit, Fully Insured, Locally Owned & Operated RELIABLE pineapple.

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Monday, Oct. 14: Columbus Day – No School Tuesday, Oct. 15: Muffins, cereal, milk, fruit, juice. Wednesday, Oct. 16: Donuts, cereal, milk, fruit, juice. Thursday, Oct. 17: French toast sticks, milk, cereal, fruit, juice. Friday, Oct. 18: Hash browns, cereal, milk, fruit, juice.

10:00 a.m.: Vandalism, Crescent Way. General clear. 4:46 p.m.: Accident, property damage, River and Mashapaug Rd’s. General clear. 7:06 p.m.: Accident, property damage, Pilot Truck Stop. General clear. 8:58 p.m.: Disturbance/dispute, Days Inn – Rte 15. Report completed.

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Tantasqua Music Association STURBRIDGE — The TMA is currently holding its annual Great American fundraiser. The TMA helps support all the music programs at Tantasqua Senior High and Junior High Schools. You can help support the TMA by ordering your magazine subscriptions online at www.GAschoolstore.com, enter ID #2656080. Great American also offers kitchen gadgets, jewelry, gift items and wrap and more. The TMA receives 40 percent of all sales.

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25 years and counting WANDERERS CAR CLUB CELEBRATE MILESTONE ANNIVERSARY BY MARK ASHTON

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SOUTHBRIDGE – “We’re family. We’ve seen everyone’s kids grow up. We go to weddings and baptisms,” says Bill Anger, president of the Central Mass. Wanderers Car Club for the last five years. While he’s been a club member for about 23-and-a-half years, the club itself recently celebrated a full quarter-century of existence. “We turned 25 in October,” says Anger. “We already had our club picnic, but this meeting will make it official.” The meeting was held recently at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Southbridge, home base for the 50member car club (with every family counted as a single member, no matter how many are involved in club events). “We’re really just a bunch of 60year-olds wishing we were still 17,” Anger adds. “I wish I was 60,” pipes in Paul Gathered together for their monthly meeting at the Knights of Columbus on Oct. 2 were several members of the Central Mass. Wanderers Car Club, their vehicles Gervasi, one of the 70-year-old-plus behind them. members, nevertheless agreeable to the notion that car clubbing is something of a fountain-of-youth experience. “Actually, we’re just all reliving those Thursday night cruises up and down Main Street,” adds Anger, referring to the American Optical paydays of the 1950s, ’60s, and ’70s, when teens and their cars wound from the Rotary up to Felix (Gatineau’s statue) at the intersection with South Street and back down – to the accompaniment of rock-and-roll music. And while technically, in order to join the club, you have to have a vehicle at least 25 year old or older, a good many of the vehicles in question are more like 40, or 50, or even 70 years old – and often in better-than-new condition. Currently, Rick Horne of Charlton owns the oldest car in the group – a 1931 Model A Ford Roadster. It’s one of five antique The three remaining founding members of the Central Mass. (classic) autos he and wife Mary Wanderers Car Club are, from left, Glenn Roberts, Dick Thibeault, Jane own, and like to show and and Doug Hutchinson. drive. Their son, now away at colThe oldest car in the club at present is this 1931 Ford Model A Roadster owned by Rick Horne lege, is also an active member of the of Charlton, a member of the club for almost 20 years. club (with a 1964 Ford F100 pickup truck). Three current members – Doug Hutchnison, Glenn Roberts, and Dick Thibeault (the club’s main goto mechanic) – are charter members of the Wanderers, and proud of it! But new members continue to join, even as some of the oldies move away or die off. Although you don’t have to live in Southbridge to be a member, you do have to have a vehicle of the appropriate age and pedigree. Only American classics are allowed, and no four-wheel drives or imports. And it helps if the vehicle is considered a “hot rod.” Hutchinson has had his ’56 Ford Victoria (Fairlane) for 43 years; Roberts has a ’56 Oldsmobile twodoor; and Thibeault is currently showing a beautifully restored ’69 Camaro. A couple dozen members brought their cars to last week’s monthly meeting and the official recognition of the club’s 25th anniversary. Mary Jane Horne displays the club jacket actually belonging to her Bruce Bellows of Oxford, a member of the CMWCC for about three years, bought this 1970 Chevy Members travel (drive – not trailer) son, who’s now away at college. Impala Convertible in turnkey condition. in their cars to shows throughout the region throughout the year, as Jesz, one of the club’s newest members. “Old cars – far away as Lake George and New Jersey, where they there’s nothing like them!” have a “sister club” – the New Jersey Wanderers – and Mark Ashton can be reached at: mark@ stonebridgeplenty of old/young friends. “As long as it’s fun, we’ll keep doing it,” says Gary press.com, or by calling: 508-909-4144.

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his time of year, few simple pleasures compare to enjoying a favorite fall ritual: biting into a New England apple, fresh from the tree! It’s no secret crispy, sweet apples offer an abundance of health benefits from weight loss to heart health. Add to that a growing movement to “buy local,” there’s never been a better time to enjoy the virtues of locally grown apples. To celebrate the peak apple season, this week’s column will review some apple facts along with a few favorite apple recipes. Did you ever wonder why New England apples are uniquely delicious? The tasty blend of sweet and tart flavors is attributed to the region’s long, hot summers, crisp fall days, and rocky soil. Everyone has a favorite native apple; after all about 40 varieties of apples are commonly grown in New England apple orchards. The most popular today are McIntosh, Cortland, New England Red Delicious, Macoun, Empire, and Rome. Other favored New England varieties include Crispin, Mutsu, Gala, Golden Delicious, Ida Red, Jersey Mac, Jonagold, and Paula Red. Apples have a long and vital tradition in New England. Many varieties were discovered here, or go back centuries. A commercial apple growing region since the 1700s, New England is still known for its distinctive varieties, particularly the McIntosh, which accounts for two thirds of the

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ty. In fact, refrigerating apples extends their life ten times over room temperature storage. In New England, local autumn apples have long been considered “comfort food.” The following recipes, from the file boxes of yesteryear, are full of both apples and old fashioned goodness! • Ann Tuttle’s Apple Pie Shared by the Tuttle family of Breezeland Orchards, this homemade pie, made from fresh orchard apples, is a longtime farm tradition. Ingredients: apples; 3/4 cup sugar; 1 tsp. cinnamon; 1 tbsp. minute tapioca; 1 tbsp. water; 1 tbsp. butter Preparation: Roll out dough for bottom of pie plate. Peel and slice apples to generously fill pie plate. Mix and sprinkle the sugar, cinnamon and tapioca on top of apples as you put in the slices. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of water and 1 tablespoon of butter (in little dabs) on top. Cover with top crust. Cut 3 or 4 slices in top crust. Bake at 425° for 20 minutes and then 375° for 25 minutes. Classic Baked Apples — This is apple crisp like you remember it! Sugar, nuts and spices transform ordinary apples into a comfort food dessert, thanks to this classic mid century baked apple recipe. Ingredients: Six apples, peeled, cored and sliced; 1/2 cup white sugar; 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves; 1/2 cup raisins; 1/2

cup chopped walnuts; 1/2 cup whole milk Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 2 quart casserole dish, or coat with non-stick cooking spray. Place apples in a large bowl. In a small bowl, mix together sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves. Stir spice mixture into apples until evenly distributed. Fold in raisins and walnuts. Spoon into prepared dish. Pour milk evenly over apple mixture. Bake in preheated oven for 45 to 60 minutes, or until soft and bubbly. Allow to cool slightly before serving. Baking Powder Biscuit Apple Dumplings — Old fashioned apple dumplings made with baking powder biscuits have been a favorite fall treat for generations. Biscuit Ingredients: 3 cups flour; 4 teaspoons baking powder; 2/3 teaspoon salt; 1/4 cup shortening; 3/4 to 7/8 cup water or milk Filling Ingredients: apple; 2 tablespoons butter; one cup sugar; one tablespoon flour; 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg Directions: Sift dry biscuit ingredients, cut in shortening, then liquid and knead lightly. Toss on floured board and pat, roll lightly to 3/4 to 1 inch thick and cut as for biscuits. Put a quarter of a raw apple in each biscuit and fold in carefully. Place in baking pan (rough side down) and pour sauce over them with is made from 2 tablespoons butter, one cup sugar, one tablespoon flour,

one pint boiling water and 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes or until apples are done when tested with a fork. Win Dinner for Two at the Publick House — Your tips can win you a great dinner for two at the historic Publick House Historic Inn in Sturbridge! Simply send in a hint to be entered into a random drawing. One winner per month will win a fabulous dinner for two (a $60 value) at the renowned restaurant, located on Route 131 across the town common in historic Sturbridge. Because I’m in the business of dispensing tips, not inventing them (although I can take credit for some), I’m counting on you readers out there to share your best helpful hints! Do you have a helpful hint or handy tip that has worked for you? Do you have a question regarding household or garden matters? If so, why not share them with readers of The Southbridge Evening News? Send questions and/or hints to: Take the Hint!, C/o the Southbridge Evening News, 25 Elm St., Southbridge, MA 01550. Or e-mail [email protected]. Hints are entered into a drawing for dinner for two at the historic Publick House Inn. For more great hints, tune into Take the Hint! one minute snippet tips aired twice daily on ORC FM 98.9. And for more tips and talk, be sure to listen to my live hour long show from 9 to 10 am. each Friday on WARE 1250.

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n earlier column provided an overview of Scandinavian mid20th-century design (also referred to as mid-century modern) glassware, pottery, flatware and furniture. Not too long ago we sold many pieces that were produced in the Jens Risom furniture factory in North ANTIQUES, Grosvenordale, Conn., in an online estate auction in COLLECTIBLES Leominster, Mass. At our & ESTATES last live auction in Worcester, we sold pieces WAYNE by Eames, Herman Miller TUISKULA and a Lovig Dansk cabinet from a Cambridge, Mass. estate. With pieces from this era bringing stronger auction prices than much of the 19th century furniture, I thought this warranted a further look. Depending on the source, mid-20th-century furnishing started being produced in the early 1930’s or 1940’s and stopped being produced in the mid 1960’s or 1970’s. It is typically simplistic in style with sleek lines and very practical. Some of the influences cited include the Bauhaus and Werkbund schools in Germany and American architect Frank Lloyd Wright. The market for antiques has changed drastically since I started selling in the late 1980’s. I’ve seen some pieces of furniture that were selling for $800 when I started that now struggle to meet

Courtesy photos Above, Eames/Herman Miller small side tables brought nearly $400. Left, Dansk Lovig sideboard sold for more than $1,200. the $200 mark. I’ve also seen toys that you could buy for $5 off the toy store shelf sell for more than $100 now. More interesting and unique mid-century modern furniture pieces were popular in the 1980’s and prices seem to be even stronger now. Magazines like “Country Living” can make an item “hot” overnight. Popular television shows can also create demand. AMC’s “Mad Men” television show is set in Manhattan in the 1960’s. The homes and offices are furnished with mid-20th century modern design furniture, which has made these pieces even more desirable. Scandinavian designers were very influential in creating this movement. Danish designer,

Finn Juhl, was an architect who believed that the interior pieces should complement a home’s exterior. Eero Saarinen, of Finland, was also an architect. The Finnish Cultural Institute in New York’s “Shaping the Future” exhibit describes him as “one of the most prolific, unorthodox, and controversial masters of 20th-century architecture.” Americans were also creating wonderful pieces during this time. Charles and Ray Eames pioneered furniture in different materials such as plywood, resin and mesh that were sleek, functional and designed for the average person. George Nelson was an architectural student in

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tored in” during the past few weeks, as the possibility of a shutdown increased, we may still see some significant price gyrations. No matter what one’s views are on the political Try not to overreact to these price swings, if they issues that led to this event, it’s probably fair to say do occur. If you feel you must do something with that a shutdown is not particularly good news, on regard to your investments, why not take this oppormany fronts. Although essential services will contunity to look over your long-term strategy to make tinue, including Social Security and Medicare paysure it’s still properly aligned with your goals, risk ments, other governmental functions will be distolerance and time horizon? Over time, your personrupted, and hundreds of thousands of workers will al situation can change in many ways, so it’s always be furloughed. So, as a citizen, you may well have a good idea to review your investment portfolio, and concerns about the shutdown. But how will the make those changes that can help you continue INANCIAL to shutdown affect you as an investor? making progress toward your objectives, such as a First of all, you may want to take to heart the slocomfortable retirement. OCUS gan popularized by the British in World War II: Furthermore, if we do see some price declines, “Keep calm and carry on.” You don’t need to panic, you may well be presented with the opportunity to nor do you need to make massive changes to your JEFF BURDICK buy quality investments at good prices, so stay alert investment portfolio or even take a “time out” from for these possibilities. investing. It’s highly likely that, like all Above all else, don’t let the headlines of today political/economic traumas in the past, this one, too, shall scare you away from investing for tomorrow. With patience, pass. discipline and the ability to maintain a long-term perspective To gain some perspective, you might be interested in in spite of short-term events, you can develop good investknowing that the current situation is not unique. We’ve had ment habits that will serve you well for a lifetime. 17 government shutdowns in the past, most recently in 1996. And the overall effect of these shutdowns on the financial This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your markets has not been particularly negative. Stocks dropped local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. Please contact Jeff during nine of these shutdowns and rose during the other Burdick, your local Edward Jones Advisor in Sturbridge at eight. Once the shutdowns ended, the average stock market 508-347-1420 or [email protected]. gain was 2.5 percent over the following three months and 13.3 percent over the following 12 months, according to an analysis of the S&P 500 stock market index. Of course, as you’ve no doubt heard, “past performance cannot guarantee future results,” so you shouldn’t necessarily expect the market to turn in similar results once this current shutdown is over. Nonetheless, the history of the market’s performance following government shutdowns does tell us something about the tremendous ability of the financial markets to absorb short-term crises — and then move on. This isn’t to say that you won’t see some volatility in the days and weeks ahead if the shutdown continues for a while. The financial markets do not like uncertainty, and while some of this uncertainty may already have been “fac-

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Rome in the 1930’s when he interviewed leading European designers. He helped introduce modern design in the United States and along with Eames created pieces that were produced by Herman Miller. Many years ago I attended an antiques class taught by George Michael (known as Mr. Antiques). He was the host of an antiques show on PBS for 22 years. He challenged the class to look for items that might hold or gain value in the future. I don’t have a crystal ball but this is one area where there have been strong prices for years. For those of you who are curious about the items I mentioned would be sold in our September auction, the Auburn, Mass. gas station sheet metal building brought over $4,000 at auction. The 1941 Chrysler Saratoga sold for nearly $7,000. Even at this price, the buyer was pleased and felt he drove away with a bargain. Contact us at: Wayne Tuiskula Auctioneer/Appraiser Central Mass Auctions for Antique Auctions, Estate Sales and Appraisal Services www.centralmassauctions.com (508-6126111), [email protected].

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’ve had so much fun giving people a hard time about turning 30, I almost forgot that it was my turn to have it done to me last week. This week, I celebrated a milestone birthday. That’s right, 30 years ago this week, Adam Minor was brought into the world — and the world was never the same. It’s been three decades of sheer awesomeness — try to contain yourself. As I write this, I’m still HE INOR technically 29 — only Tminus 36 minutes remain ETAILS until the clock strikes 12 midnight, and I find myself officially three ADAM MINOR quarters of the way to “over the hill” status. Let the “old man” jokes begin. Of course, many of you reading this can tell me rather sarcastically, “Been there, done that, young man,” as 30 years old has long since been achieved and is growing increasingly distant in the rear view mirror. I’m already three quarters of the way to 40 — and half way to 60! At 20 years old, 10 years ago this week, I was a sophomore in college, probably studying for an exam or working on a paper — and just figuring out that I wanted to be a journalist. I had started college in 2001-2002 with aspirations of being a teacher, and switched majors around this time in 2003 after a change of heart. I’m glad I decided the way I did, because working in this field has been rewarding, challenging, difficult, frustrating and exhilarating, all wrapped up in a package made of newsprint. I never would have guessed 10 years ago, if you, from the future, had asked me what I thought I would be doing at 30 years old, that I would have been the editor of a local newspaper company, married with a 2-yearold son and another on the way — I never would have believed you — not because I didn’t believe such a future couldn’t exist, but because today’s life is so different from the life I was leading 10 years ago, in every conceivable way! It boggles my mind, and it makes me wonder what my life will look like 10 years ago from today when I am 40. A couple months ago, I wondered aloud what life would look like in the year 2030 (has my older, greyer, wiser self kept that extra weight off ? We’ll have to see), but in the year 2023, I will be turning 40 years old, with a son entering seventh grade and a daughter entering third or fourth grade. Who knows how different things will be? Will I be driving a minivan? Say it isn’t so! At the end of the day, age is just a number, after all, isn’t it? “You are only as old as you feel,” and other assorted age-related clichés. I still feel the same. I’m still the same goofy, laid back guy that’s thankful God has given him three decades of life to share. So, it’s happy birthday to me! I’ll probably blow out a candle on something, and celebrate with some friends and family, looking back fondly at my 20’s as they fade from view in my rear view mirror, but looking forward to the memories yet to be made in the decade that lies ahead of me. They’re shaping up to be something pretty special.

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VIEWS AND COMMENTARY FROM STURBRIDGE, BRIMFIELD, HOLLAND AND WALES

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STURBRIDGE — The Tri-Town Domestic Violence Task Force is bringing Lisa Regina, who played a minor character in the fifth season in Bravo’s hit TV show, “The Sopranos” to the Tantasqua High School on Tuesday, Oct. 15, at 7 p.m., to share her story of abuse by another member of the cast. Lisa Regina is an actress, educator and an award winning filmmaker. On April 2, 2005, her personal life and professional career were shattered as a result of a domestic violence assault by her then fiancé, who was a celebrity actor on “The Sopranos.” Lisa’s assault was highly publicized, with media focus on the ‘celebrity’ instead of the subject matter, domestic violence. Lisa has been a featured speaker at domestic violence events in New York City, including the tri-state area. Lisa works with the Victims Assist Services of Westchester County New York, speaking at the Westchester County Jail, White Plains and Tuckahoe High Schools. She has performed at “An Empty Place at the Table” with the YWCA, A Child’s View of Union County New Jersey, the Northern Westchester Shelter at PACE University, N.Y., through their STAR Program, as well as been a keynote speaker at various high-schools and communities. This event is open free to the public.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR To the men and women who ‘drive the truck’ To the Editor: I have been a resident of Sturbridge for about 35 years. I was privileged to serve on the Sturbridge Board of Selectmen for seven years in the 1980’s. Among others in town, I have been concerned about the recent handling of personnel matters and the loss of several people from the Town Hall. [Recently] as I was driving down I-290 in Auburn, I passed the truck shown in the accompanying picture. I thought, “There is a good company to work for! There is a company that appreciates its employees. Wouldn’t it be nice if a similar relationship existed in Sturbridge?” It is our town employees who “drive the truck,” “deliver the goods,” and “take the town from point A to point B.” Wouldn’t it be nice if our town employees felt as appreciated and respected as the driver of that truck must feel? And I can only imagine the

loyalty he must feel to that appreciative employer. Any other former selectmen want to “weigh in” on the subject?

GEORGE I. HAMMOND STURBRIDGE

Chamber offering various events in October CHAMBER CORNER Branding Seminar, Networking Fun and Harvest Festival Highlight Busy October at the Chamber The Chamber of Central Mass South is gearing up for an action-packed month to kick off the fall season. Visit us online or give us a call for more information about Chamber events and offerings. You can also find great seasonal happenings on our area’s tourism website: www sturbridgetownships.com. Chamber Seminar: Six Ways To Get Your Brand Noticed Oct. 15, 8-9 a.m., Rehabilitative Resources, Inc., 1 Picker Road, Sturbridge Learn the six marketing musts needed to ensure your brand messaging stands up, stands out, and gets results. An engaging, fun, and informative presentation, you’ll walk away with how-tos on topics ranging from audience to analytics, from social media to media planning. Certified Branding Strategist and president of smith&jones idea agency Christine Tieri will present an overview of six key topics that help a brand’s messaging stand out from the crowd. Christine recently completed the rigorous graduate-level course and lab work leading to the designation of Certified Brand Strategist (CBS). Ms. Tieri joins 38 other Certified Brand Strategists across the country and is the only CBS in New England. This seminar is presented for free for CMS Chamber Members on Oct. 15 at 8 a.m. at Rehabilitative Resources, Inc. in Sturbridge. ($10 for nonmembers). RSVP by Oct. 11 to save your space. Call 508-347-2761 or e-mail [email protected]. Chamber Networking: Fun at Five Oct. 23, 5-7 p.m., Lamoureux Ford, 366 East Main Street, East Brookfield Join us as Fun at Five heads to East Brookfield and Lamoureux Ford for October’s networking soiree! Come celebrate the season as you mingle and network with our members and guests! Make new connections while you enjoy delicious appetizers provided by our friends at B.T.’s Smokehouse, a cash bar, and great company! There will be chances to win some valuable drawing prizes and other surprises as well! Cost: $10 for pre-registered members, $15 at the door, or $20 for non-members. Thank you to our Fun at Five Sponsor: Southbridge Credit Union. Call 508-347-2761, or email info@ cmschamber.org to register. The Fun starts at 5 …

24TH ANNUAL HARVEST FESTIVAL Oct. 19-20, Sturbridge Town Common and Publick House Experience the sights, sounds, smells and tastes of another glorious autumn in New England! The 24th Annual Harvest Festival is a family fun tradition that takes place on the Sturbridge Town Common and the grounds of

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On Oct. 19 and 20, the 24th Annual Harvest Festival brings fall family fun to the Sturbridge Town Common and grounds of the Publick House Historic Inn.

Publick House Historic Inn. Harvest Festival is a celebration of the season which includes local crafters and artisans, specialty foods and farm fresh harvests, horse drawn trolley rides, live music and entertainment, activities and games for kids, as well as the popular Publick House Scarecrow Contest. On Saturday, savor seasonal sensations from the region’s non-profit organizations in the big tent and learn more about the vital services they provide for us and our neighbors. On Sunday, The chefs of the community take over the big tent offering their specialties and more delectable tastes of the fall season. There will be live music on both days of the festival! Saturday: 1220 Band plays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday: Livestock takes the stage from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday: Yankee Dogs play from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Bring the whole family! There is something special for everyone at Harvest Festival! Festival hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. Parking and admission are free. The 24th Annual Harvest Festival is sponsored by Sturbridge Tourist Association. Welcome New Members! Join us in welcoming these new members to the Chamber of Central Mass South. • Main Street Tire & Auto Center Full care auto center. 393 East Main Street, Southbridge 508-764-2554 • Ruben’s Transportation Limousine service. 238 Charlton Street, Southbridge 508-765-0043 Find these and all Chamber Member businesses online under the Membership tab at cmschamber.org. THE CHAMBER’S MISSION The Central Mass South Chamber of Commerce is the leading advocate for business, promotes the success of its members, and enhances regional prosperity through networking, education, and promotion. Contact us today to find out more about the benefits of joining our dynamic organization! Follow the Chamber on Facebook! – www.facebook.com/cmschamber.

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lot of us, a lot of the time, assume we’re living in the best country in the world.

We take a lot of things for granted, having grown up inheriting a world preserved by “The Greatest Generation” and founded on some inspiring principles. But do the facts warrant any of the chutzpah we’ve got left as former “breadbasket of the world, etc.? We received an email recently filling us in on about three dozen categories of “biggest, best, largest, healthiest, highest, most intriguing, etc.,” some of which actually might apply to our situation as a nation. We’ll let that information write our column this week, providing, perhaps, food for thought in S OU keeping with an accompanying note: “Give a person IKE T a fish and you feed them for a day. Teach a person to use the Internet, and they MARK ASHTON won’t bother you for weeks, month, maybe years.” Some of the almost three dozen categories of international measurement are simply interesting but don’t much apply to national pride. For instance, having one or more of the “Deepest Oceans and Seas” isn’t much in which to take pride. Nevertheless, the Left Coast and Hawaii (and perhaps Alaska) can take some credit for being part of the deepest of them all – the Pacific, while most of the other nine – Indian Ocean, Sea of Japan, and South China Sea, etc. – are irrelevant to our “accomplishment.” We were surprised that the U.S. can claim NONE of the Top 10 Longest Rivers in the World. Even the Mighty Mississip and Missouri Rivers can’t compete with the Nile (almost 6,700 miles), the Amazon (6,400+), and even the Mekong (4,200). And of the world’s Largest Lakes, we can claim Michigan & Huron (2nd place) and Superior (3rd), but the Caspian Sea is still larger than those three of ours together. As to being one of the largest countries in the world (by land area), the U.S. rates only fourth, behind Russia, Canada, and China. The better to “See (the entire) U.S.A. in our Chevrolets.” Categories in which we did take top place include: Countries with the Most Billionaires (more than twice as many as the other nine competitors combined); Most Airports (again, beating all nine other contenders combined); and Best Selling Cars (the Ford F-Series), though those stats come from as long ago as the first six months of 2005. Among the Cleanest Countries, (led mainly by the Scandinavians), Countries with the Highest Life Expectancy (led by Andora, San Marino, and Japan), Highest Death Rates, and Highest Suicide Rates, we couldn’t even crack the Top 10 (this is good news, right?). But neither could we compete with the Best Honeymoon Destinations (Paris, Rome, Venice) and Expensive Restaurants (Paris, Tokyo, Toronto, Vienna). Nor were we among the Top 10 drinkers of bottled water (surprisingly), Biggest Alcohol Consumption, and Coffee Drinking (so the rest of he world does NOT run on Dunkin’). Perhaps those crazy Mormons wrecked our chances in the latter two categories, along with the fact that alcohol drinking was measured only by drinkers above the age of 15! We did rate third in Ice Cream Consumption (behind only Australia and New Zealand), rated fourth in Bread Eating (behind Ireland, UK, and New Zealand – apparently the leaders in “Carbs R We”), and we managed to come in 10th in Chocolate Consumption, way behind Switzerland (natch!), the UK, Belgium, and even Poland. In terms of divorce rates, we managed to rank third – between Belarus and Cuba, although if they added in seventh place Puerto Rico (a U.S. possession), we might have climbed a bit higher. Among Fastest Cars we managed four or five contenders, but our Biggest Car Production ranking was far behind both Japan and Germany. Switching from cars to Most Number of Cows, India, Brazil, and China put us to shame, but, hey, in India bovines are considered semi-sacred, while here they’re just milk producers and beef-onthe-hoof. We were behind China and India again in terms of The Largest Workforce, only one of the reasons most telemarketers named Steve sound a lot more like Rajeesh Patel. In terms of Most Births Per Year, we ranked seventh (with India birthing six times as many), and among Lowest Average Birth Weights, we ranked fifth. The Biggest Athletes and Most Intriguing Characters in Professional Sports rated ONLY Americans, including our current “ambassador” to North Korea, the intriguingly embarrassing Dennis Rodman. Among the Most Intelligent Breeds of Dogs, the German Shepherd, French Poodle, and Australian Cattle Dog kept us out of the running, although the good old American Beagle (aka Snoopy and his Sopwith Camel) could not have received due justice. A couple of insightful “thoughts” accompanied the listings and bear repeating: “Health nuts are going to feel stupid someday lying in the hospital dying of nothing;” and “All of us could take a lesson from the weather. It pays no attention to criticism.” Couldn’t have said it better – or more succinctly – ourselves.

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Mark Ashton can be reached at: mark@ stonebridgepress.com, or by calling: 508-909-4144.

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a Sunoco gas station, because of one part of a $500 million tax increase package the Legislature approved earlier this year: An immediate 3-cent increase in the gasoline tax, followed by automatic increases based on the rate of inflation. It symbolizes a government that “overreaches and does not understand its limits,” Ehrhard said. “ ... We started a revolution in this country because they taxed our tea. You would think we could change our Legislature when they take away our right to change our taxes. It’s uncalled for.” He railed against Brewer’s support of the automatic gas tax — and the fact it came out of the committee Brewer chairs. “He simply does not vote the way that we in this district vote and believe,” Ehrhard said. “It has to change.” Ehrhard owns a bankruptcy and small business law firm in Worcester. He said he would continue to run the practice if elected to the state Senate. Ehrhard laid out part of his platform in his kickoff speech and expands on it on his campaign website, www.jamesehrhard.com. It starts with cutting taxes: Lowering the state income tax from 5.25 percent to 5 percent, as

approved by voters in 2000; lowering the sales tax from 6.25 percent to 5 percent, where it was before August 2009; taking down tolls on the Massachusetts Turnpike when bonds are paid off and undoing both this year’s gas tax hike and the automatic increases. Also, he said in his kickoff speech he would “do everything I can” to lower property taxes. Ehrhard stated on his website he supports the removal of Common Core standards (which states across the nation are adopting) and the restoration of Massachusetts education standards and curriculum. He said teachers should not have union dues automatically taken from their paychecks; that, he wrote, would “bring a minor but important semblance of accountability to the teachers’ unions.” “Lastly,” he wrote, “the citizens’ Second Amendment rights must not be further abridged. Massachusetts already has some of the greatest restrictions on the fundamental right to own a gun. Any further restrictions are unacceptable while many current restrictions need to be revisited.” After his kickoff event, Ehrhard said he is against abortion and believes marriage is between a man and a woman. He added that Massachusetts residents should have a chance to vote on gay marriage, which became legal in May

2004 following a Supreme Judicial Court decision. His campaign website states Ehrhard, his wife and his three children belong to St. Anne and St. Patrick Parish, the Catholic church in Sturbridge. Ehrhard said he’s aware of how many locations Brewer visits during the year. “You’ve seen him at every Boy Scout meeting, every parade, every opening of an envelope,” Ehrhard said. “He goes everywhere, shakes your hand, smiles and says, ‘I’m with you.’ But then he goes to Beacon Hill and votes with Cambridge, Brookline and Northampton every single time. ... I can shake hands. I can go to Boy David Dore photos Scout meetings, but I will vote and fight against policies that are State Rep. Peter Durant (R-Spencer) speaks during the campaign kickoff for against the values of the people of James Ehrhard. this district.” According to Ehrhard, the 28- Committee member William establishment up there, including town Senate district — which runs Gillmeister of Brookfield said he one member who’s been there for from the New Hampshire border encouraged Ehrhard to run for 24 years, and he’s currently the to the Connecticut border — has a state Senate. He spoke of chair of the Senate Ways and strong conservative streak. It sup- Ehrhard’s “passion” for making Means Committee.” ported Republican candidates sure students in the district get a Also speaking at the campaign such as former Sen. Scott Brown, good education, the fact he “urges kickoff were Chanel Prunier of 2010 GOP gubernatorial candidate and is continually after the admin- Shrewsbury, the state’s representaCharlie Baker and 2013 Senate can- istration to be sure that students at tive to the Republican National didate Gabriel Gomez. Tantasqua understand that they Committee, and state Rep. Peter “There’s absolutely no reason can reach for the stars,” and his Durant (R-Spencer). we should have a Democratic state “fiscal responsibility.” senator who votes hand in hand “That’s a stark contrast, I David Dore may be reached at with Brookline and Cambridge,” believe, from what’s going on on (508) 909-4140, or by email at Ehrhard said. Beacon Hill,” Gillmeister said. [email protected]. Tantasqua Regional School “Beacon Hill has an entrenched

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the classroom” – for programs and experiences “above and beyond” what the school curriculum can provide. “They wanted to enhance the educational experiences for district students,” says Chris Tieri, immediate past president of the foundation and leader of the Communications Committee. (She’s also mother of a son at Burgess Elementary School, a Tantasqua Regional High School graduate herself, and president and creative strategist of Smith & Jones Idea Agency in Sturbridge, which helps explain why the groups’ logos and promotional materials are top-notch.) “Back in the early days, they’d hit up businesses in the community and seek funding for a dozen big ideas,” says Tieri, noting that using a “grant rubric,” the foundation’s leaders would push for programs that tied into the local curriculum but wouldn’t normally be fundable by the school or district. One of the earliest means of fundraising was that “you had to pay to be a board member,” says Tieri, adding that membership has grown from an original handful to nearly 30 today. Vice-President Lisa Dalberth describes the organization’s efforts in terms of keeping things simple “and at a grassroots level,” seeking sponsorships of events from local businesses to provide funds for teacher-generated grants aimed at enhancing students’ educational experiences. Current President Joe Zwiebel talks about the “point of the organization,”

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Coleman’s oversight will include providing quick and adequate resources involving not just fires, but also rescues, HAZMAT incidents, water and ice rescue and wildfires within the 26 communities of the district. Coleman, 40, has 24 years experience as a firefighter and is in his third year as Auburn’s fire chief. A resident of Charlton, Coleman is married with two children. Coleman’s new post will also include providing training for all District 7 departments, which includes some 1,500 employees, overseeing mutual aid and interoperable communications throughout the district. The guidelines and duties of the Executive Board are stipulated by the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency. Coleman explained that creating such districts is essential to the communities served. “Emergency operations and the way that fire and rescue departments handle those emergencies has changed dramatically over the years,” Coleman said. “The public has very high expectations of what their local departments can do, as they should.” Coleman went on to explain that many of the projects and training are only available through a combined effort.

while psychology students at the high school received SMART Response Remotes to “strengthen and apply their understanding of statistics and stages of moral development” with the help of an anonymous survey. Since 2008, Ted. has been funding a variety of special “enhancements,” several dozen, in fact, ranging from “The Shakespeare Experience” (letting English students dress up in Elizabethan garb while studying the works of the Bard) to a Weatherbug Tracking Station, to in-classroom Podcasting, to See the USA the Virtual Way (at Brimfield Elementary), to Electrical Shop Solar Panels (in THS’s Technical Division), to Lego Robotics at the junior high school, to Geo-Caching (for anyone), and Diving into a Vernal Pool (at Wales Elementary). Including 2013 grants (typically applied for in the spring and awarded for the following year), Ted. has awarded more than $100,000 in grants in the last six years. Grants thus far have ranged from about $600 to $5,000, depending on the scope and cost of things and resources requested. With liaisons in the various schools and more and more teachers appreciating the value of applying for the grants, Ted. seems to be growing in all its aspects. “I’m not much of a joiner,” says Zwiebel, “but when I heard a presentation, I was just blown away. I went to a Champagne Brunch and came away saying, ‘This is an organization I can get behind – one that matters.’” With its catch-phrase “Educational experience beyond the ordinary,” the foundation seems to inspire such commitment and enthusiasm from a number of sectors in the community. “The energy is amazing – astounding,” says Dalberth. “Everyone’s so enthusiastic. They do whatever it takes,” adds Tieri. “They” includes board members committed not only to the cause but to proselytizing Ted.’s message. “The board isn’t

which he describes in terms of “creating opportunities” for students while involving the entire community in local education. “We’re not trying to fix something that’s broken, but investing in things to make our community better,” says Zwiebel. “We are very excited about what we can achieve with the support of the educational community and the good people in the five towns (Brimfield, Brookfield, Holland, Sturbridge, and Wales) that make up the Tantasqua school district,” Zwiebel adds. “Ted. is an organization that it is easy to be enthusiastic about.” The excitement and enthusiasm typically come by way of grant proposals generated by the district’s teachers. While Ted. began with a focus on high “Many of these initiatives school students, it could not be done on a local level quickly blossomed with a single department. The into a resource for district is the medium that is all Union 61 disused to have solid communicatrict students. “We tion and coordination with local raised so much,” fire chiefs,” he said. says Zwiebel, “that Coleman faces his new posiwe found we could tion with confidence and a goal reach out to everyto improve the quality of the one.” Thus, K-3 district. kids at Brookfield “The district has had a long Elementary recenthistory of good communicaly received funding tions and working relationships for a Response to with its local chiefs. The district Intervention has also been a leader in new Support Closet initiatives around the state,” (including materisaid Coleman. “I plan to stay als, equipment, that course and continue to and training), bring new ideas to the table that we can work on as a district to improve the coordinated response of emergency assets.” The Executive Board meets monthly, not including regular committee meetings. Coleman commented that he continued from page A1 does see potential challenges in his new role. Raven says he originally aimed to “There are so many new be an English teacher, but instead requirements that are being he ended up following his interest in forced on fire rescue depart- the psychic world. ments on an annual basis,” he “A background in theater and an said. “Also, there are many more interest in esoteric subjects help me services that we are expected to to bend the audience’s minds,” he provide to the community. All of says on his website. this in tough financial times Currently there are about 18 peowhen municipal budgets are ple signed up for the event, Zelazo shrinking. The toughest role said. that all fire chiefs across the Anyone interested in registering state and country face is how to for the event can call the library. provide the training to our “Registration is not necessary,” members and the level of serv- Zelazo said. “However, we’d like peoice that the community expects ple to register just to get a count of and deserves as money gets how many people will attend.” tighter.” Registration is limited to children

Charlton resident tapped as chairman of Fire District 7 COLEMAN

“Tastefully Ted,” a sumptuous dessert event, annually entices area residents to become involved in fundraising and grant-funding activities for Union 61 schools.

where it ends, but where it starts,” notes Tieri, adding that groups of volunteers and emeritus members throughout the district are as helpful in getting things done as are official members. Also among the foundation’s biggest fans is Supt. Erin Nosek, who Dalberth calls “a big proponent” of the group’s efforts. “We’re almost a feeder system for different ways of teaching,” says the VP (slated to become president in two years), adding that achieving sustainability is now a big part of the foundation’s focus. Zwiebel pus it another way: “We just want to do even more. I’d like to see things double.” Part of that effort, then, involves setting up an endowment fund capable of providing sustainability. With that fund at about $100,000 already, Zwiebel would like to see it “be even more.” Along with Tieri’s Communications Committee, the foundation accomplishes much of its work via active, well-staffed committees focusing on grants, fundraising, events, finances, and gifts and liaisons. In terms of “regular” (annual) fundraising (and interest-raising) events, Ted. calendars Tastefully Ted (a “sumptuous dessert event” held at the Publick House) and a Diamond Champagne Brunch (at which grant recipients highlight what they’re doing with funds, inspiring attendees to want to support even more). This year a Turkey Trot has been added (for December 1), featuring a 5K, 10K and “fun run” at Tantasqua High School. “It’s an opportunity for even more people to donate to the cause, and it should be a great family event,” says Dalberth. “Most of our fundraisers are for adults, but this one can involve the entire family.” “It’s one more way to keep paying it forward,” says Tieri. “Supt. Nozek wants to make ours the best public school district in the commonwealth.” It’s “a noble goal that resonates with many people,” adds Dalberth. “We need even more involvement from the community,” notes Zwiebel. “People and organizations willing to give donations and time. Anybody is absolutely invited to help out.” Dozens of local organizations and individuals currently assist the foundation in its ongoing work (visit the website for a list), but the officers are open to even wider involvement. “We want to be in a position to think even bigger – to give even more grants, and bigger grants,” says Zwiebel. For more information, or to help Ted. make a difference in Union 61 schools, visit: www.tedfound.org; or on Facebook at the Tantasqua Education Foundation. Mark Ashton can be reached at: [email protected], or by calling: 508-909-4144.

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ages 14 and older. The program is also appropriate for adults to attend. Children under the age of 14 might not understand exactly what the program is about, which is the reason for the age restriction, Zelazo said. “The more people we have attend, the better,” Zelazo said, “I’m hoping to see 30 to 50 people registered.” The program will be held on the second floor of Town Hall, where the town meetings are held, said Zelazo. “The program usually lasts an hour, give or take,” Raven said. “It depends on how much audience participation I get.” Last year the library hosted a photography program for the Teen Read Week, but those are the only years

the library has done programs for the week, Zelazo said. Aside from the event, the library will most likely have a book display on psychic and mysterious topics, Zelazo said. “It’s hard to get teenagers to come to the library because of prior engagements such as sports and school activities,” Zelazo said. “But never forget to use your library.” For more information on Raven, visit his website at www.roryraven.com. For more information on the event and to register, call the library at 508-347-2512. Chelsea Davis may be reached at (508) 909-4050, or by e-mail at [email protected].


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OBITUARIES Robert F. Williams, 55 AMHERST — Robert “Bob” F. Williams, 55, of Sturbridge, died Sunday Sept. 29, 2013 at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston. Born March 25, 1958 in Springfield, he was the son of the late Alfred and Irene (Daly) Williams. Robert grew up in Longmeadow. He graduated from Longmeadow High School, where he was a member of the Varsity Swim Team and received numerous Chess Club awards. Robert was a 1984 graduate of Wesleyan University and Western New England University School of Law in 1993. He loved keeping in touch with all his Facebook Friends! He was a long time real estate developer in Florida, Connecticut and Massachusetts. Robert is survived by his four sisters, Sheila E. Williams and husband David Bruce of New York City, Judith V. WilliamsNewcomb and husband Bob of Amherst, Lynn Williams Kincaid and husband Robert of Missouri and Victoria “Tory” M.W. Dixon and husband Juan of Amherst; nieces and nephews: Madeline, Olivia, Irene, Juliet, Keith, Devin and Zachary. He

is also survived by his aunts and uncles, Joyce and Frank Warren of New York, Kevin and Joan Daly of Ireland, Mary Fahey of West Springfield and many cousins and friends from Massachusetts, New York, Wisconsin, England and Ireland. Robert was pre-deceased by his parents Alfred and Irene Williams and physician and friend, Dr. Anthony Lovell. His family would like to offer special thanks to the loving and caring staff at Calvin Coolidge, and to Cindy Baecher and the team of nurses and doctors at The Cooley Dickinson Hospital, Northampton EMTs and Lifeflight crew and Brigham and Women’s Hospital. A graveside service was held Saturday October 5, at Longmeadow Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to The Resident Activity Fund, Calvin Coolidge Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, 548 Elm St. Northampton, MA 01060. The Douglass Funeral Service, 87 N. Pleasant St., Amherst, directed the arrangements. Obituary and memorial register at www.douglassfuneral.com.

Eleanor M. Lachapelle, 77 STURBRIDGE — Eleanor M. (Barnes) Lachapelle, 77, of 160 Willow Avenue, died Thursday, Sept. 26, 2013 in Southbridge Rehabilitation and Healthcare. She survived by her devoted husband of 59 years, Wilfred “Sonny”? Lachapelle; two daughters, Dianne Renaud and her husband Eugene of Southbridge and Cindy Rousseau and her husband Marcel of Woodstock, Conn.; three granddaughters, Rebecca Renaud and her companion Nathan, Jennifer Bueno and her husband Tony and Angela Braaten and her husband Matthew; one greatgranddaughter, Ella Braaten; two sisters, Dorothy Barnes of Charlton and Bernice Ziemski of Southbridge and several nephews and nieces. She was predeceased by a sister, Vivian Barnes. She was born in Charlton, MA, the daughter of the late H. George and Bertha (Fitts) Barnes and lived in the area all her

life. Eleanor worked at the Eastford Road School cafeteria for eleven years before retiring and at one time worked at the American Optical Co. She was a member of the West Southbridge Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses. She loved to spend time with her family, enjoyed taking walks and vacationing in Maine. The family would like to express sincere thanks to Dr. John Howland and the staff at Southbridge Rehab and Healthcare for their compassion and kindness they have shown to Eleanor and her family. A Memorial Talk was held on Thursday, Oct. 10 in the Jehovah Witness Kingdom Hall, 700 Worcester St. Southbridge, MA. Burial was at Oak Ridge Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to West Congregation of Jehovah’s Witness, 700 Worcester St. Southbridge, MA 01550 or to the Alzheimer’s Association, 480 Plantation St., Worcester, MA 02472. An online guestbook is available at www.BelangerFuneralHome.com.

Baby John Arthur Workman Send all obituary notices to the Sturbridge Villager, PO Box 90, Southbridge, MA 01550, or by e-mail to [email protected].

STURBRIDGE — Baby John Arthur Workman of Eagle Avenue, died Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2013 at Umass Memorial Medical Center, Worcester. He leaves his loving parents, Brian and Cheryl (Turcotte) Workman; a brother, David Workman; two sisters, Sandra Workman and Grace Workman; paternal grandfather, Berl Workman of Chapmanville, West Virginia; maternal grandparents, Arthur and Sandra Turcotte

of Windham, ME; two aunts, Debbie Turcotte and Joanne Turcotte; and a uncle, Chris Workman and his wife, Milly. He was predeceased by his paternal grandmother, Sandra Workman. There are no calling hours. Funeral services and burial will be private. The Daniel T. Morrill Funeral Home, 130 Hamilton St., Southbridge, is directing arrangements. www.morrillfuneralhome.com

CALENDAR The calendar page is a free service offered for listings for government, educational and non-profit organizations. Send all calendar listings and happenings at least one week in advance by mail to Ann Tremblay at Stonebridge Press, P.O. Box 90, Southbridge, MA 01550; by fax at (508) 764-8015 or by e-mail to atremblay@ stonebridgepress.com. Please write “calendar” in the subject line. We will print such listings as space allows.

FRIDAY

OCTOBER 11

STURBRIDGE — Learn the six marketing musts needed to ensure your brand messaging stands up, stands out, and gets results from 8 to 9 a.m. Oct. 15 at the CMS Chamber Seminar “6 ways to get your brand noticed” at Rehabilitative Resources, Inc., 1 Picker Road, Sturbridge. An engaging, fun, and informative presentation, you’ll walk away with how-tos on topics ranging from audience to analytics, from social media to media planning. Certified Branding Strategist and President of smith&jones idea agency Christine Tieri will present an overview of 6 key topics that help a brand’s messaging stand out from the crowd. This seminar is presented for free for CMS Chamber members ($10 for non-members). RSVP to 508-347-2761 by today, Friday, October 11 to save your space. SOUTHBRIDGE – Do you have a special daughter in your life? Let her know that she is of great value and worth at The Apple of His Eye Gala – an evening to remember for fathers and “stand-in-fathers” and their daughters. This is a special night including dinner, music and special guest speaker Pastor Kevin Scott of Church at the Well in Boston. The event takes place at The Spencer Country Inn, in Spencer at 6 p.m. on Friday, October 11. Tickets may be purchased at the pregnancy center or online at w w w. y l m p c . o r g / y o u t h e v e n t s . p h p. Sponsored by Your Life Matters Pregnancy Center. For more information, call Joanne at 508-764-6404.

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OCTOBER 12

BRIMFIELD — The Hitchcock Free Academy Farmers’ and Artisans’ Market is held each Saturday from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. until Nov. 23 and features vendors of locally grown plants and produce, and home-made items. You never know what you might find, but the market features locally-grown, fresh seasonal fruits, vegetables, herbs, starter plants, and flowers, along with honey, maple products, kettle corn, baked goods (most weeks), eggs, locally-raised beef, homemade preserves, crafts, and more. New vendors are always welcome. During November, vendors’ table spaces are ? price: $10 each. Contact Hitchcock for more information: (413) 245-9977 or visit www.hitchcockacademy.org. SOUTHBRIDGE — The Massachusetts State Police Boxing Team is pleased to announce that they will be hosting the USA Boxing New England Championship tournament beginning Saturday, October 12, at the Southbridge Community Center, 153 Chestnut Street, Southbridge. Dates for the preliminary bouts include October 19th and October 26th. The championship final will take place Saturday, November 2, 2013 at the Sturbridge Host Hotel, 366 Main Street (Route 20), Sturbridge. Please direct questions or concerns to Kevin Hope at mspboxing@ gmail.com. Further information is available at

www.usaboxingnewengland.org. The Massachusetts State Police Boxing Team, Inc. is a non-profit organization.

SUNDAY

OCTOBER 13

CHARLTON — The Charlton Lions Club, along with F.O.C.A.S., The Friends of Charlton Animal Shelter, will host the first annual Barktoberfest at the Beagle Club in Charlton from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 13 There will be vendors, food, and contests for both the dogs and their human companions to enjoy. For more information check out the Charlton Lions Facebook page or email Lion Cindy at Lrenaud@ mapfreusa.com or call (508) 4541382. SOUTHBRIDGE — Monthly meeting of the Pilsudski Polish American Citizens Club will be held at club headquarters, 18 Ballard Court, Southbridge starting at 11:30 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 13. All members are encouraged to attend.

WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 16

SOUTHBRIDGE — The Planning Committee for the Southbridge Bicentennial will meet at 7 p.m. Oct. 16 at the Southbridge Town Hall, 41 Elm St., in the Rice Conference Room. Everyone is welcome to help us plan for this great milestone. STURBRIDGE — Unwind with other parents during our after hour’s social time. Parent Happy Hour (non-alcoholic beverages only) will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 16 at the South Valley Family Support Center, 128 Main St., Sturbridge. Refreshments provided but we welcome your selections to share. This is a fun social time to connect with other parents who totally understand what you are going through! Open to the public. Free. WALES — Join us for a naturalist-guided motor tour through the heart of the Norcross Wildlife Sanctuary, 30 Peck Road, Wales, at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 16. Tours last approximately one and a half hours and are offered free of charge. Space is limited. Call 413-267-9654 or e-mail ohop@ norcrossws.org for reservations. Additional tours are available, please contact us for information. For more information, please call Jennifer at 413-267-9654 or e-mail [email protected].

THURSDAY OCTOBER 17

SOUTHBRIDGE — The Jacob Edwards Library, 236 Main St., Southbridge, is pleased to welcome back musician and composer Michael Caprera on Thursday, October 17 at 6:30 p.m. Michael will play original piano compositions. This program is supported by a grant from the Southbridge Cultural Council, a local agency that is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency. For more information call 508-7645426 or visit jacobedwardslibrary.org.

FRIDAY

OCTOBER 18

STURBRIDGE — The Federated Church of Sturbridge and Fiskdale will hold Junior High Dances from 7 to 10 p.m., Friday (October 18, November 1, November 15 and December 13). The dances for 2014 will be announced soon. These are fun evenings scheduled for all junior high school chil-

dren. A DJ is provided at the dances. The dances are for 6th, 7th and 8th grades. There is a “Once your in, your in” policy. Parents may pick up their youths outside the front steps of the Federated Church at 10 p.m. The cost per youth is $7 and snack bar is available.

SATURDAY

OCTOBER 19

BRIMFIELD — The Hitchcock Free Academy Farmers’ and Artisans’ Market is held each Saturday from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. until

Nov. 23 and features vendors of locally grown plants and produce, and home-made items. You never know what you might find, but the market features locally-grown, fresh seasonal fruits, vegetables, herbs, starter plants, and flowers, along with honey, maple products, kettle corn, baked goods (most weeks), eggs, locally-raised beef, homemade preserves, crafts, and more. New vendors are always welcome. During November, vendors’ table spaces are ? price: $10 each. Contact Hitchcock for more information: (413) 245-9977 or visit www.hitchcockacademy.org.

Time for the harvest STURBRIDGE — It was a fitting juxtaposition of old and new Thursday, Oct. 3, as employees of Old Sturbridge Village went to the entrance of the Village near Route 20 to pick apples. They brought along with them two oxen, Henry and Lance, with a cart to carry the apples back to the village. The Village will then use these apples to make cider on their Apple Days celebration on Oct. 5 and 6.

An oxen cart could be seen from Route 20 as it was backed near a tree for apple picking.

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An employee of Old Sturbridge Village picks apples from the oxen cart.

Thousands in cash seized after traffic stop STURBRIDGE — On Wednesday, Oct. 2, just after 5 p.m., Trooper Nicholas D’Angelo, of the State Police Sturbridge Barracks was monitoring traffic on Interstate 84 near the Massachusetts Turnpike. Tpr. D’Angelo observed a Dodge Caravan pass by him with a failed inspection sticker and a defective brake light. Trooper D’Angelo stopped the minivan. Sergeant James Bazzinotti and Trooper Andrew Cornell assisted Tpr. D’Angelo. During a consent search of the vehicle, troopers located approximately $52,000 in cash bundled inside a shoe box. Following conversations by the troopers with the vehicle occupants, as well as further investigation of the car and the currency for suspected narcotic activity by Trooper Sean Maher of the K-9 Section and his partner Fionn, troopers seized the cash. The money will be held until the occupants can provide proof of lawful ownership. The driver of the minivan was cited for the motor vehicle violations.

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Warriors rally late to take match with Commerce BY NICK ETHIER

SPORTS STAFF WRITER

STURBRIDGE — The Tantasqua varsity volleyball team was struggling early against Commerce on Oct. 7, losing the first two sets (28-26, 25-19). Things weren’t going the Warriors’ way, and their opposition was taking advantage. “They had two good players that knew where we weren’t, and we got caught off guard,” Tantasqua head coach Stephanie Rousseau said. But the Warriors found a way to rally, winning the third set 25-19, set four 25-20, and the determining fifth set 15-5. “I put some different kids in, we had to adjust [and] we pulled our defense back a little bit so we could pick up those balls,” Rousseau explained. Tantasqua never trailed in the third set, finally taking advantage of multiple Commerce mistakes. But the fourth set was a dogfight, as Commerce opened with a 5-0 lead. The duo of Dyanna Cruz and Lia Diaz, who combined for 22 service points in the match, were strong throughout. The Warriors rallied, though, as they eventually grabbed a 12-7 lead in the set. Commerce then had a rally of its own, tying the score at 12-12. But Tantasqua never fell behind from that point forward and eventually won the set thanks to strong serving down the stretch by Amanda Merrifield (12 service points, 4 aces, 10 kills). Then, with each team having won two sets, it all came down to one game to 15 points. “I hate the fifth set because it goes by so fast,” Rousseau said. But the Warriors played well in

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Tantasqua’s Moriah Burns (10) gets a first set kill past a Commerce defender.

the deciding game, jumping to an 8-0 lead. The points were scored on three kills from Merrifield, two more from Lauren Gerrish, and three aces by Claudia Fleshman. Commerce did cut the deficit down to 9-5, but from that point forward Rachel Schutes served her team to victory. “We started off good and then they started to creep back a little bit, but we finished it off,” Rousseau said.

Fleshman finished with 21 service points, 7 aces and 8 kills, while Gerrish had 5 service points, 1 ace and 10 kills. Tantasqua is now 7-4. “We’re hoping to continue to win,” Rousseau said. “We’re hoping we can take Shepherd Hill [after losing in four sets] and Millbury again [after winning in five].” The Warriors and Rams will play one another Oct. 15 at 7 p.m.

Grace Devlin of Tantasqua prepares to set the ball over to teammate Chloe Lilly (3).

following the junior varsity contest. It is also Tantasqua’s Think Pink Night, a fundraising raffle that is the Warriors’ community service project. “We raise money for breast cancer research all month,” Rousseau said. Ancomm Wireless has donated

an iPad Mini, the top prize. Second place is a $100 Visa gift card (donated by the David Austin family), while third and fourth places are $50 gift cards to Kaizen Sushi Bar & Grill and Sweet Kiwi Frozen Yogurt, respectively. The fifth place prize is four Cinemagic movie tickets.

Little League to host development seminar in Auburn BY NICK ETHIER

SPORTS STAFF WRITER

With the help of Little League International, Massachusetts Little League is looking to increase participation levels in both the baseball and softball programs. District 5, which includes many Central Mass. communities, will be hosting a League Development Seminar — one of two in the state — Saturday, Oct. 19 at the Auburn Elks (Southbridge Street in Auburn) at 10 a.m. Sara Thompson, the head of softball development for Little League International, and Sam Ranck, her counterpart for baseball development, will be conducting the meetings. The two work out of the Williamsport, Penn. offices — Little League International headquarters — and travel across the country to promote the Little League brand. District 5 Administrator and Massachusetts State Little League Director

Dave Obuchowski called the upcoming session an “informational forum” used to “clear up a lot of the misconceptions” about Little League. In the Massachusetts League Development Three-Year Strategic Plan, the main goal is stated to “Identify areas of declines in participation and lay groundwork to reverse those declines,” and to “Identify areas of growth and lay groundwork to expand on that growth.” One of the items to help, according to Little League International, is to “Evaluate ways to allow leagues to lengthen their regular seasons.” This, in turn, would give the baseball and softball players more practice and game time to work on their skills and enjoy their

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respective sport more. Another point of emphasis at the seminar will be to summarize “What Little League has to offer in Massachusetts.” Then, specifically for softball, the seminar will also showcase how communities not offering the sport through Little League can “introduce softball to those communities.” Obuchowski wants to increase the number of participants in the Junior (13-14 year olds), Senior (15-16 year olds) and Big (17-18 year olds) Leagues in baseball, and at every level in softball. He also wants to give information to local communities about the new Intermediate baseball level. This stage of baseball is offered for kids aged 11-13 that want to transfer from the Major Division (1012 year olds) field of 46 feet from the mound

to home plate and 60 feet from home plate to first base up to the Junior League and up field of 60 feet, 6 inches from the mound to home plate and 90 feet from home to first in an easier transition. Obuchowski said that having Thompson and Ranck’s vast knowledge about Little League on hand will “be a step in the right direction.” Obuchowski invites any personnel — a league president, manager, coach, parent or anyone else — in regard to baseball or softball to attend the seminar. Representatives from local recreational programs or Cal Ripken Baseball are also encouraged to attend and “see what Little League has to offer.”

SPORTS BRIEFS Sign up for senior bowling league A senior mixed 10-pin bowling league is being formed for ages 55 and up Tuesday mornings at 9. Please call or sign up at the American Lanes on North Street. Please ask for Steve (508 764-6004) or Joe (508 764-4479). The league starts Oct. 15.

Ski or snowboard at Wachusett Mountain Are you interested in having some fun while also helping to make the winter fly by? Any student, parent or teacher can ski or snowboard six consecutive Saturday nights at Wachusett Mountain for just $127 through the Southbridge Ski Club. You drive to Wachusett Mountain on your own. The six-week program begins Saturday, Jan. 11 and ends Saturday, Feb. 15. Ski or snowboard rentals as well as lessons are also available at a very reasonable cost. You may be able to ski or snowboard for free through your health insurance coverage. Also, anyone can purchase Gold, Silver and Bronze

Century Passes at a discounted price until Nov. 22. For more information, please contact Dick Lisi at (508) 410-1332 or at [email protected].

South County Storm softball program to hold two tryouts The South County Storm softball program will be holding a pair of tryouts for 14U, 16U and 18U teams. The first tryout will take place Oct. 12 at Oxford’s Rual Field at 9 a.m. The second tryout will take place Oct. 13 at Douglas’ Martin Field on Martin Street at 10 a.m. For additional information please contact Bill at (860) 576-3440.

Youth and Adult Splash n’ Dash slated for Tantasqua

The Tuff Competitor Multisport Club and the Tantasqua Junior High School Instrumental Program are hosting “The Great Pumpkin” Youth & Adult Splash n’ Dash, a clinic that provides participants with an opportunity to experience what a Splash n’ Dash (swimming and running event) is, with guidance provided to you as needed. Athletes of all ages and O DA PEN ability choose their swim disRM LS DER A COOK’S 10 ILY F MA CI I • -5 tance (indoor pool), from 50 N A ES yards up to 600 yards, runPL FARM P A ning distance (indoor track), ORCHARD from one lap to 21 laps (21 laps is one mile) and their “event” start time. Participate as an individual athlete or as a two-person relay team. The event takes place Sunday, Oct. 27. Possible Bring the Whole Family swim wave start times are Live Music Sunday Afternoons 8:10, 8:25, 8:40, 9:10, 9:25, 9:40, 9:55 or 10 a.m. Limited to 20 through Columbus Day athletes per swim wave. The event is at Tantasqua (413) 245-3241 S Regional High School’s Field OD OP O G Take Rt. 20 to Brimfield Ctr. EN D House. The event is for a KE m At stop light turn left, 1/2 mi. South A D 10 A B o h fundraiser toward the & Fr ratc -5 ILY on Rt. 19 Follow Signs S

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Tantasqua Junior High School Instrumental Program and the TRY Multisport Club. Pre-registration is highly recommended at www.tuffcompetitor.com/events to preserve your preferred start time and select your swim and run distances. One day before or same day registration cannot be guaranteed.

Massachusetts State Police to host USA Boxing New England Championships The Massachusetts State Police Boxing Team is pleased to announce that they will be hosting the USA Boxing New England Championship tournament beginning Saturday, Oct. 12 at the Southbridge Community Center (153 Chestnut Street). Dates for the preliminary bouts include Oct. 19 and Oct. 26. Admission is $10. The championship final will take place Saturday, Nov. 2 at the Sturbridge Host Hotel (366 Main Street on Route 20). General admission is $15, while VIP Ringside seats are $50 and Ringside seats are $25. All bouts start at 7 p.m. Bouts in three divisions will be contested by male and female boxers in the Senior Division, Youth Division and Novice Division. Winners from the Senior and Youth Divisions will advance to the regional finals at the Olympic Training Center in Lake Placid, N.Y. Winners from the regional competition will advance to the USA Boxing National tournament in Spokane, Wash. The National tournament is a qualifying tournament for participation in the U.S. Olympic Trials. Former heavyweight sensation “Gentleman” Gerry Cooney will be on hand for pictures and autographs at the finals on Nov. 2. Please direct questions or concerns to Kevin Hope at mspboxing@ gmail.com. Further information is also available at usaboxingnewengland.org.


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Rams’ second half fury leads to win over Tantasqua, postseason berth BY NICK ETHIER

SPORTS STAFF WRITER

NORTHBRIDGE — Although the Northbridge High versus Tantasqua girls’ varsity soccer game on Oct. 2 remained scoreless more than 60 minutes — or three quarters — in, Rams head coach Stephen DiMare thought his team, which had the majority of the scoring chances, would be able to pot a goal into the net. “I always have faith that the girls are going to find one,” he said. “We’re too talented of an attacking team, but we have our days where we don’t like taking people on. In the second half we made sure we were attacking inside the box.” Northbridge did attack, as they scored their first goal in the 64th minute. The Rams then added goals in the 72nd, 77th and 79th minutes to win a 4-0 decision over the Warriors. For Tantasqua, it may have been a case of running out of gas. “That was our sixth game in 12 days,” head coach Matthew Rickson said. “It was small, little errors that added up that cost us.” Both sides played error-free soccer in the defensive end in first half action. But both sides also had quality shots on net, just not resulting in goals. Northbridge’s Casey Boucher hit the left post on a free kick, while Tantasqua’s Meaghan Kelley took a shot that hit Rams defender Jorgi Adee before also clanking a left post. “We had chances,” Rickson

Taylor Farland of Tantasqua gains some running room while dribbling the ball down the field.

but we just weren’t moving off the ball the way we’re capable of moving,” DiMare said. Nor thbridge — the defending Central Mass. Division 2 disNick Ethier photos trict champions Tantasqua’s Abby Befford clears the ball away from ensuing — then began to Northbridge attacker Holly White. play the way they know how in the second half, as the said. “In the first half we had five chances built up. But Warriors corner kicks.” “We played very slow through keeper Logan Nardi (17 saves) the first half. Still had chances, kept making save after diving safe. “Phenomenal saves,” was the way Rickson described the goalNorthbridge’s Abbie Sansoucy surveys the field, looking for an open teammate, before taking a throw-in.

Casey Boucher of Northbridge gains an inside edge on her Tantasqua counterpart while going for the ball.

Northbridge’s Amberly Wright continues dribbling the ball with the inside of her left foot.

keeping. But Devyn Jacobs of the Rams finally broke through when he rising strike targeted the upper portion of the goal and into the net. “The energy just drives up,” DiMare said, as scoring became contagious. Jacobs added her second of the game just eight minutes later off a nice centering right-to-left cross from Holly White. Casey Boucher then scored from long range and twin sister Sarah grabbed the final goal. Both of the Boucher’s tallies were also as a result of passes from White. Northbridge stayed undefeated at 8-0-2 and has officially qualified for the postseason tournament. “Ten games in it’s nice to get it

Tantasqua’s Emma Boland looks ahead while throwing the ball back in.

done now,” DiMare said. “We want to get as high a seed as possible.” Tantasqua, which was shutout for only the second time all season, fell one game below the coveted .500 line at 5-6. “That was our plan,” Rickson said of attempting to rise above an even record, “and we’ve been doing this for the last five games.” With the Warriors trading wins and losses, they will need to accumulate eight points in their final seven games to become postseason-eligible.

HIGH SCHOOL NOTEBOOK Sept. 27 Tantasqua 2, Grafton 1 — Evan Cleveland and Matt Langevin scored goals in helping lead the Warriors boys’ junior varsity soccer team to victory. Dylan Cave and Adam Phillips added assists, while Colton Pellican made nine saves. Sept. 30 Tantasqua 8.5, David Prouty 0.5 — The visiting Warriors’ golf team defeated the Panthers at Kettle Brook. Medalist honors go to Tantasqua’s Evan Soraci with a 40 on the par-36 layout. The Warriors improved to 11-1 while Prouty dropped to 7-5. Jake Arsenault’s 43 was the low score for the Panthers, while Justin Clayfield scored the half point for his team. Tantasqua 2, Shepherd Hill 1 — The Warriors girls’ soccer team held a 1-0 lead at halftime thanks to a goal by Meaghan Kelly (Ali Gustavson assist). After the Rams tied the game in the 68th minute, Kendall Danna’s goal (Abby Befford assist) preserved the victory for Tantasqua (5-5). Shepherd Hill 3, Tantasqua 1 — The host Rams’ volleyball team outlasted the Warriors. Set scores were 20-25, 25-21, 25-12, 25-23. Emily Hanson led the charge for Shepherd Hill (4-5) with 12 service points. Also contributing were Kayla Phillips (7 kills) and

Victoria Moriarty (5 kills). Tantasqua (6-3) was led by Jordan Zak (14 service points, 2 aces, 3 digs), Chloe Lilly (12 kills, 4 blocks) and Lauren Gerrish (6 service points, 7 kills). Tantasqua 1, Shepherd Hill 1 — The Warriors boys’ junior varsity soccer team grabbed a tie with the Rams at the Cage. Evan Cleveland scored for Tantasqua (6-1-2). Nick Pechie had an assist and Colton Pellican made eight saves in net. Oct. 1 Tantasqua 7.5, Uxbridge 1.5 — The Warriors’ golf team continued to roll — they are now 12-1 — after defeating the Spartans at Blissful Meadows. Tantasqua’s Maxwell DeCataldo was the medalist, carding a 39 on the par-36 layout. Oct. 2 Northbridge 3, Tantasqua 2 — Creighton Dorfman’s hat trick boosted the Rams boys’ soccer team to victory. Tyler Cave (Trey Allen assist) and Liam Seguin scored for the Warriors. The Warriors’ junior varsity team returned the favor to the Rams, winning a 3-0 decision. Nick Pechie, Tim Candelaria and Dominic Zollo scored for Tantasqua (7-1-2). Colton Pellican (five saves), Zollo, Cullen McCarthy, Henry Valcour, Jesse Fimian and Victor Zanardi led the defense.

Oct. 3 Tantasqua 194, Shepherd Hill 217 — At Dudley Hill, the Warriors’ golf team continued its winning ways after defeating the Rams in the stroke play format. Tantasqua was led by Jake Farland (even par 36), Maxwell DeCataldo (37) and Evan Soraci (39). The Warriors improved to 13-1 and won the Southern Worcester County League title. Shepherd Hill is now 10-3. Amherst-Pelham 3, Tantasqua 0 — Set scores in Amherst for the Warriors volleyball team’s loss were 25-20, 25-19, 25-21. Playing well for Tantasqua (6-4) included Claudia Fleshman (7 service points, 2 aces, 6 kills) and Jordan Zak (7 service points, 1 ace, 2 kills). Tantasqua 9, Burncoat 0 — Jeremy Allen, Evan Soraci and Josh Berthiaume, all of the Warriors’ golf team, earned medalist honors with 2-over par 38’s at Hemlock Ridge as Tantaqua improved to 14-1. Tantasqua 26, Algonquin 14 — The visiting Warriors’ football team improved to 3-1 after taking care of the Tomahawks. Spencer Duncan scored two rushing touchdowns for Tantasqua, while Andrew Tichy and Trevor Robert added the other rushing scores. Overall, the Warriors gained 325

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Sturbridge hotel hosts colorful weekend ‘blast from the past’ BY MARK ASHTON


STURBRIDGE — There were enough “motorheads” on site to channel Marlon Brando, James Dean, Sal Mineo, and the entire cast of “American Graffiti” from New England to Pasadena, and there was enough grease on their collective heads (including some classic “DA’s” and bouffant styles) to lube every hot rod in America. “The New England Shake-Up” brought three days (and nights) of moto-riffic memories and reminiscences to the Sturbridge Host Hotel for a long weekend of vintage and repro car showing and the wearing of classic clothing and retro hairstyles, all to the beat and accompaniment of classic (’50s and ’60s) rock-and-roll music, both indoors and out. Hosted by the Kingpins Car Club, the show took over both tar and turf at the Host (Sept. 27-29), welcoming hundreds of guests, visitors, and actual denizens of America’s vehicular glory days gone by to a land of pony tails and poodle skirts, sock hops and soda fountains. The Sturbridge car-show was just one part of a larger New England Shake-Up, featuring “tons of swell things,” including rockin’ bands in the ballroom all three days, record hops every night after a headlining act, a shopping lounge full of vintage and repro “clothing, records, kitsch, and other goodies,” and even an indoor pool party featuring a special “tiki drink bar” set up near the pool. Merchandise booths inside and out offered show-goers (and carshowers) opportunities to adopt the look and feel of an era (or two) gone by. Only the tattooed (and body- and face-pierced) women gave the lie to the notion that the Fifties and Sixties were actually re-created intact, as if lifted from Hollywood and the pages of generations-old “Life” magazines. The coupes, rods, and better-

Mark Ashton photos

Scamps and vamps were part of the landscape for the New England Shake-Up at the Sturbridge Host Hotel over the weekend.

Classics reclassified filled the lot with plenty of power and glory from vehicular days gone by.

Lined up for show – with someplace to go!

Chrome and steel sparkled everywhere.

than-new restorations kept showgoers in awe of the classic vehicles, which vied for attention and trophies, while vendors of vintage clothing and classic accou-

trements (even some food) spawned pin-up photo shoots with the help of obliging Fifties wannabes. All in all, it was a weekend blast

from the past that captured the essence – and fun – of earlier times without stepping on anyone’s blue suede shoes, chantilly lace, or pink carnations.

Plenty of pin-striping was in the details. Searching for just the right retro fit.

Glory days were relived in gleaming splendor.

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Was there more grease on the engines or on the heads?

Reflecting on times past.

A page from the past fits in with the weekend ambience.

Was it power or pulchritude the crowds were after?

Members of The Clay Tones kept things rocking – and rolling.

More than one restorer could’ve had a V8.


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United Way kicks off campaign with luncheon

United Way Administrative Assistant Mary McGlynn and Executive Director Karri Galonek check people in for the event. Guests enter the Overlook Hotel Reception Room for the event.

CHARLTON — The United Way of Southbridge, Sturbridge and Charlton held its 2013 Campaign Kick Off Luncheon on Wednesday, Oct. 3, at 12 p.m. The luncheon was held at the Overlook Hotel Reception Room at 88 Masonic Home Road in Charlton. Businesses and organizations involved with United Way set up informational booths. Attendees enjoyed lunch, a guest speaker, and door prizes.

CHELSEA DAVIS PHOTOS A salad is served prior to the main course.

Girl Scouts Membership Development Services Manager Thais Frost presents people with information on services.

Barbara Palmer presents a welcome to the guests before they do the invocation.

Informational booths, pamphlets, and papers are set up in the room for people to take.

Karri Galonek takes a photo of guests at each table. The room is filled with laughter and talking as people enjoy the luncheon.

A table begins eating the main course of the luncheon.

Guest speaker and Tri-Valley, Inc. Executive Director Marilyn Travinski takes the podium to begin her speech.

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‘Haunting season’ opens SCARECROW CONTEST BRINGS CREEPY (SOME CUDDLY) ENTRIES TO PH LAWN BY MARK ASHTON


STURBRIDGE — Main Street Sturbridge is beginning to look a lot like NOT Christmas. ’Tis the season to be scary, not merry, as the annual Scarecrow Contest comes to the lawn and environs of the Publick House Historic Inn & Restaurant. Though more creepy crawly creatures are definitely in the making and on their way, there’s already a menagerie of menacing monsters and such out there beckoning for attendees’ attention – and/or their next victims. This year’s crop, however, also includes a handful of less malevolent entries, including a “leaf jump” by the Moms Club, a benevolent “care crow” (featuring friendly faces and butterflies), and a passel of lovable “minions” presented by the Sturbridge Nursery School Cooperative. Meanwhile, a number of more mean-spirited entries threaten that “Trespassers will be composted” or warn that “S-Carrie – a murderous doll who wants revenge and eats brains for take-out – has a story to tell.” As in past years, the full crop of locally made scarecrows will soon cover the lawn and grounds at the Publick House, to be voted on for prizes (or else!) and kudos for the creativity, creepiness, and overall ability to draw attention to themselves. Much of the viewing and judging will take place toward the end of the month and in conjunction with the annual Harvest Festival across the street on Sturbridge Common. That event, featuring “Food, Games, Fun & Beer,” is scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 19 and 20, sponsored in part by Opa-Opa Brewing Co., based in western Massachusetts. And, in keeping with the far-reaching nature of the haunting season, other Halloween decorations can be seen elsewhere in town, including in front of individual homes and businesses and in the field adjacent to The Seraph furniture store. That’s where local sculptor Brad King has resurrected for the season his “Grim Reaper” (aka Zorab), already gloomily loom-

Mark Ashton photos

Stan the Witch’s Man has his avuncular side to him.

ing (at about 18-feet tall) over drivers along Route 20. Manufactured of “junk steel,” the monumental sculpture embodies anthropomorphically a “nocturnal apparition” the artist experienced as a “haunting experience ... some years ago.” Mark Ashton can be reached at: [email protected], or by calling: 508-909-4144. Six feet under apparently was not enough for this social climber.

S-Carrie the attic creepoid has stories to tell.

Children of the corn sometimes come in advanced-age condition.

Pumpkin-headed Scouts recommend some fishing.

At least one scarecrow got caught red-handed.

Some denizens are there for the “corn-ucopia” of edibles.

The hungry Venus Fly Trap is well-fed in the Garden of Evil.

Not all stuffed creatures have to be scary.


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Movie night puts bullying issues in the spotlight

Chelsea Davis photo

Attendees pick up slices of pizza for dinner.

Parents and a student look and pick up informational brochures on how to prevent issues like bullying.

STURBRIDGE — Tantasqua Regional Junior High School hosted a parent movie night on Wednesday, Oct. 2 at 5:30 p.m. Parents were treated to a pizza dinner with dessert before viewing the movie “Bully.” After the movie, a panel of police officers, guidance counselors, and others answered questions and held a discussion based on the topics presented in the movie.

Students in seventh grade made these anti-bullying signs for a class project.

Parents gather in the library before the movie begins.

The panel for the discussion takes their seats.

Principal Christopher Starczewski discusses his personal reactions to the movie “Bully.”

Assistant Principal Heidi Peterson explains how she handles bullying situations at the school.

As Principal Christopher Starczewski reviews bullying policies, parents listen and raise hands for questions.

Local Scout praised for Eagle project at OSV SCOUT

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earn Scouting’s highest rank when he learned of the need, or at least the desire, for an observation platform – or deck – atop a hill overlooking the cemetery, meetinghouse, and common at Old Sturbridge Village. “I think my dad came up with the idea,” says the enterprising Boy Scout, who considered the new idea to be even better than the trail-clearing project he originally had in mind. “Everyone else was doing wildlife trail projects, and this sounded like fun,” he says. “You can see the whole common from up there on Pasture Hill,” says Schepper, who also liked the idea that the cost of an observation platform would be less than the $2-3,000 he would have needed for trail creation. “I would have had to wait longer for the fundraising part,” he recalls. With a trail already leading to the site of his would-be observation deck, Schepper set about raising funds to purchase pressuretreated lumber, screws, and materials for footings and foundations for what he estimates is a 12 x 12foot deck, complete with benches, now sitting atop the hill. He raised the “grand or two” needed for the

deck by soliciting donations from family and friends and collecting/redeeming cans at every opportunity. In keeping with Eagle project guidelines, it wasn’t Schepper’s task to perform most of the labor himself, but to “show leadership” by organizing work crews and volunteers to get the job done. “Nearly half the troop helped,” says Schepper, who estimates Troop 161 has “about 50 Scouts” of one rank or another. For the deck’s foundation, he oversaw the digging of holes at least three feet deep – except where ledge made further digging impossible. The “lookout tower” was then framed and the frame covered with decking and railings, after which OSV maintenance staff added some already existing benches to the structure. Located “up behind the cemetery” at the living history museum, the observation deck is now included on the Village’s map given to visitors, says Schepper, adding that most folks can make the hike to the site – on an already existing path/trail – in 15-30 minutes. “You can see the deck from the common – and the common from the deck,” Schepper adds. “I like the view.” Apparently, so do recent visitors to the site, who make it a

stop on their visit, especially during the fall, when foliage makes the vista especially breath taking. The actual construction project was completed nearly a year ago, but Schepper, who recently “aged out of ” Troop 161, is only now being officially recognized for his contributions. An Eagle Court of Honor has been scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 6, at OSV, with official award ceremonies in the Village Meetinghouse, followed by a reception in the Oliver Wight Tavern. Though the event is not typically open to the public, Schepper’s family, friends, invited legislators and other dignitaries, and fellow Scouts are expected to be on hand for the celebration of a project well-planned and completed. Beginning his Scouting career in 2000 as a Cub Scout, Schepper “crossed over” (into Boy Scouting) in 2007 and completed his career right on schedule, having achieved Eagle status within the necessary time frame. “I think my project stands out,” says the fledgling Eagle, who could still assist with troop activities – as a leader – if he had the time. But after graduating from the Culinary Arts Department at Tantasqua Regional High School earlier this year, the would-be chef has been working at Bentley’s Pub II on Main Street, leaving little

Courtesy photos

Bryan Jernigan, left, was one of those who helped Austin Schepper, right, bring his Eagle Project to reality on a hill overlooking the common at Old Sturbridge Village.

time for such extracurricular activities. “I’m trying to get more experience in the kitchen,” says the young man with demonstrated leadership and organizational skills. “I’m only a dishwasher right now, but you have to start somewhere.” Climbing to the top of things is

nothing new for Austin Schepper. In fact, the view from above is the preferred perspective for this Eagle looking to soar once again in his next endeavor. Mark Ashton can be reached at: [email protected], or by calling: 508-909-4144.

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DUDLEY – 24 Camelot/Mason Rd Ext! 2,350’ 7 Rm Colonial! 1+Acre Corner Lot! Kit w/ Island! Formal Din Rm w/Hrdwds! Spacious Liv Rm! Frplcd Fam Rm w/Cathedrals! 3 Bdrms! Master Bath! 2.5 Baths! C/Air! 2 Car Garage! Farmer’s Porch! Deck! 27’AG Pool! $295,000.00

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WEBSTER – 16 Colonial Rd! 6 Rm Colonial! View of WEBSTER LAKE from the Farmers Porch! Kit w/Recent Granite Counters - 2 Pantries! Din Rm w/Hrdwds! 3 Bdrms w/Wall to Wall! Updated Bath! All Rms Recently Painted! Lower Level Ready to Finish! Fenced In Yard! $179,9000.00

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WEBSTER – 13 Scenic Ave! 8 Rm OXFORD – 72 Fort Hill Rd! Beautiful DUDLEY – 189 Ramshorn Rd! Custom Contemp! Cherry Kit w/Granite 8 Rm Colonial! Granite Kit w/SS Gentleman's Farm or for All the Toys! & Corian! Cathedral Beamed Liv Rm! 3 Spacious 6 Rm Country Ranch! Built Appliances! Frplce Fam Rm w/Sliders to Bdrms! Master Bath! 2.5 Baths! 2000! 2 Car Attached! 2 Car Detached! 3 Tier Trex Deck! Formal Din & Liv Rm Hrdwds & Tile! 2 Car Garage! In w/Red Oak Hrdwds! 3/4 Bdrms! Master 30x40 "Morton" Building! Cathedral Ground Pool! Fenced Yard! Listed by w/Jacuzzi! 2.5 Baths! 2 Car Garage! Ceiling Kit, Din & Liv Rms! Another SOLD by Century21 Lake 16x20 Shed! Gorgeous Stonework! Applianced! Laundry Rm! Farmer's Realty! $257,000.00 Sprinklers! $324,900.00 Porch! Deck! 2Acres! $259,900.00

WEBSTER – New England Commons! Adult 55+! 2 Bdrms! 1 to 2 Baths/Master! Applianced! Granite! Hrdwds, Tile & Carpet! Basements! Garage! C/Air! Security! Community Center! Walking Trails! Low Fees! Convenient! From $234,900.00

SOLD SOLD DOUGLAS – – 46 Hemlock St! Gentleman's Farm! 2.44 Acres! New Appl. Granite Kit w/Beamed Ceiling! Din Rm w/Built-ins! Liv Rm! Fam Rm w/Sliders to Flower Gardens! 5 Bdrms! 2 Baths! 2 Stall Horse Barn w/Attached Workshop/Tack Rm! 3 Garages W/Loft! $329,900.00

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WEBSTER – 12 Deerfield Dr! NE Commons 55+! 5 Rm 1,357’! Open Flr Plan! Applianced Granite Kit w/Breakfast Bar! Din w/Built-In Granite Desk! Liv & Din Rms w/Hrdwds! 2 Bdrms! Master Bath! 2 Baths! Laundry Rm! Garage! C/Air! Full Basement! $272,900.00


DOUGLAS – 97 NW Main St! DUDLEY – 4 Oak St! 4 Family! For the WEBSTER – 3 Beach St! Across DOUGLAS – 13 Towle Court! 7 Rm Gentleman’s Horse Farm! 6 Rm Colonial! Colonial w/Country Setting! Applianced Investor or Live Rent Free! 4 Rms/2 From WEBSTER LAKE! 7 Rm Colonial 3 Bdrms! 2.5 Baths! 4 Stall Barn, Loft for Country Granite Kit w/Cherry Cabinets Bdrms in Each Unit! Eat-in Kitchens! Built 2003 – Updated 2013! Frplcd 800 Bales! Tack Rm! Multiple Shelters! & Tile Flr! Frplc Liv Rm! Master w/Walk- Hrdwd Flrs! Tenants Pay Utilities! Land Fam Rm, Applianced Kit, Din Area & Near State Forest Trails! InGr Pool! Lord Meter! New Rear Porches! New Liv Rm All w/Hrdwd Floors! 3 Bdrms! In Closet & Bath! Fam Rm! Office/4th Country Kit w/Pantry! Recent Roof & 13x17.6 Master! 2nd & 3rd Bdrms Bdrm! Hrdwd Flrs! Ceiling Fans! 1st Flr Electrical! Garage! Town Services! Full Windows, Hrdwd Flrs! Country Living at Laundry w/1/2 Bath! Deck & Brick Patio! Walk-up Attic w/6 Additional Rms! w/Hrdwds! C/Air! Bring your Boat! its Best! $349,900.00 $178,900.00 $218,900.00 $319,900.00

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WEBSTER – 46 Klebart Ave! SUTTON – 5 Putnam Hill Rd! 10 Rm WEBSTER - – 8 Blueberry Lane! Formal 7 Rm Colonial! Private 3/4 8 Rm Garrison Colonial Set On 1.35 "Cole-Woodbury Place" A Landmark Acres! Custom Updated Granite Kit! for All Who Traveled through Sutton! Acre Lot! Applianced Granite Kit w/Island! Formal Dining & Frplcd Liv Formal Din & Liv Rms w/Hrdwds! Frplcd Antique Gambrel Circa 1724 in Rm w/Hrdwds! 4 Bdrms w/Hrdwds! 2 Fam Rm w/Hrdwds! Spacious Master Virtually its Original Greatness! Suite w/Office! 3 Bdrms! C/Air! 2 Car Baths w/Ceramic & Granite! Heated Gardens on the North & South Garage! 50 Yr Metal Roof! In-ground Pool! Prof Landscaped! 2 Lawns! Private 2+ Acres! 5 Bdrms! $289,900.00 Car Garage! $299,900.00 2.5 Baths! $339,900.00

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MILLBURY – Ramshorn Pond! 59 Davis SUTTON - LAKE SINGLETARY! Rd! Full Recreational! East Expo - Beautiful Young Custom Built 8+ Rm Contemp! Applianced Custom Kit w/Center Sunrises! Custom 8+ Rms, 3,200'! Water Island! Liv Rm w/Cathedral Ceiling! 3 Views from 3 Levels! Cherry Hrdwds! Bdrms! Master Bath! 2.5 Baths! Anderson’s! SS Applianced Kit! 20x25 Fam Rm w/14' Cathedrals! 3 Bdrms! 3.5 Baths! Walkout Lower Level! Enjoy all Lake Living has to Offer! 3Z CAir! Buderus! Boat Ramp! Dock! $478,800.00 $519,900.00

WEBSTER LAKE – 56 Laurelwood Dr! Middle Pond – Reid Smith Cove! Western Exp – Beautiful Sunsets! 12 Rms/3,517’ Custom Built 2011! SS Applianced Granite Kit! Exquisite Formal Din Rm! Lake Facing Frplcd Liv Rm! Crown Moldings! Cherry Hrdwds! 3/5 Bdrms! 3.5 Granite Baths! Lake Facing Master Suite! 4 Rm In-Law w/Granite Kit! Gas Heat! C/Air! 2 Car Garage! $759,900.00

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DUDLEY – 9 Fairfield Dr! 7 Rm English Tudor Tri-Level! Appliance Kit w/Jennair Range! Formal Dining! Liv Rm! Cathedral Foyer w/Skylight! 3 Bdrms, Master Bath! 2.5 Baths! Lower Level Fam Rm w/1/2 Bath! 2 Car Heated Garage! Nicely Landscaped! 2x6 Construction! $219,900.00

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WEBSTER LAKE – 242 Killdeer Isl - North Pond! Sandy Shores! Original Cottage! 50' Waterfront! 2 Bdrms! Frplce! Full Bath! Walk-out Basement! Town Services! Summer Retreat or Build the Home of Your Dreams! $360,000.00 Additional 50x100 Lot Across the Street Available!

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WEBSTER LAKE ACCESS – 42 Laurelwood Dr! Overlooking Lake! Able to Dock Boat! 7 Rm Raised Ranch! Applianced Granite Kit! Liv Rm w/Cathedral Ceiling/Skylights! Fam Rm! 3/4 Bdrms! Recently Remodeled Move-n Condition! 2 Car Garage! Gas Heat! $289,900.00

WEBSTER LAKE – 16 Cross Ct! Killdeer Island - North Pond! Western Expo! Spectacular Sunsets! 8 Rms! 3 Bdrms! Kit w/Breakfast Bar & Center Isl! Din Rm! Frplc Liv Rm w/Slider to Deck! Master w/1/2 Bath & Slider to Private Deck! Lower Level Game Rm! Frplc Fam Rm! $389,900.00

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WEBSTER LAKE – 711 Beacon Park! 5 Room Townhouse! Sandy Beach! Lakeside Pool! Move Right In! Partial Lake Views! Fully Applianced! Din Rm & Frplcd Liv Rm w/Deck Access! Lake Facing Master! Master Bath! 2 Bedrooms! 2.5 Tile Baths! Central Air! Garage! $189,900.00

DOUGLAS – 60A NW Main - 3.5 Ac $79,900 DUDLEY – 187 Ramshorn – 2 Ac $54,900 reduced DUDLEY – 191 Ramshorn – 2 Ac $79,900 THOMPSON/Webster Line – 2.49 Ac $64,900 WEBSTER – W. Point Rd - .67 Ac $49,900

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WEBSTER – 57 Sutton Rd! DUDLEY – 12 Schofield Ave! Stately Conveniently Located! 6 Room 3 Family! 5/5/3 Rms! 1/3/2 Bdrms! Ranch! Applianced Kitchen! Living Large Level Lot! Large Rooms! 1st Flr Room w/Carpet over Hardwoods! 3 Butler’s Pantry! Fireplace! Natural Woodwork! Washer/Dryer Hookups! Bedrooms w/Hardwood Floors! 2 Needs Some Updates! 1 Boiler Bathrooms! 16x16 Screened Porch! w/Tankless Hot Water! Separate Finished Lower Level! Electric! $149,900.00 $129,900.00

WEBSTER LAKE – 54 West Point WEBSTER LAKE – 10 Fairfield St! Rd! Killdeer Island! Western Expo - 66’ Level Waterfront! Western Expo – Fantastic Sunsets! Newly Remodeled BEAUTIFUL SUNSETS! Spacious & 6 Rm Ranch! Applianced Granite Kit! Maintenance Free! Built “2002”! Kit Liv Rm w/Cathedral & Hrdwds! Lake w/Center Isl! Din Rm w/Lake Views! Facing Master w/Full Bath! 3 Bdrms! 2 Liv Rm w/Gas Frplc & Sliders to Deck! Baths! C/Air! 12X52 Deck! Lake Facing Master Suite! 3 Spacious $389,900.00 Bdrms! 2.5 Baths! $449,900.00

WEBSTER LAKE – 54 Laurelwood WEBSTER LAKE - 406 Treasure Island Townhouse! End Unit! 6 Drive! Middle Pond – Reid Smith Cove! Rms! 2 Bdrms! Master w/Hrdwds & Western Exposure – Beautiful Bath! 2.5 Baths! Stainless Kit Sunsets! 7 Rms! 3/4 Bedrooms! w/Hrdwds! Din/Liv w/Hrdwds! Cathedrals! 1.5Baths! Garage! Frplcd Fam Rm w/Tile Flr! CAir! Gas SOLD 8/30/2010 $380,000.00 Heat! Heated Garage! 2 SLIPS! Beach! Pool! SOLD 6/14/2013 $455,000.00 $269,900.00

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WEBSTER LAKE – 76 Union Point Rd! 100’ Waterfront! Panoramic Lake Views! 13,407’ Lot! 8 Rm Colonial! Lake Facing Master Bdrm! 4 Bdrms! 3 Baths! Applianced Kit! 2 Car Detached Garage! Super Convenient! $569,900.00

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WEBSTER LAKE – 4 S. Point Rd! Expansive Views of South Pond! Southern Exp! Tons of Sun! 80' Natural Waterfront! 13,983' Lot! 6+ Rm Ranch w/2 Living Levels! 14x18 Master w/Panoramic Lake Views! Lake Facing Liv Rm w/Full Length Deck! Walk-out Lower Level! $399,900.00

WEBSTER - 7 HARRIS STREET

Sharon Pelletier - Broker Licensed in MA, CT & RI

WE WANT YOUR LISTINGS!

First Time Offered! 2300 Sq Ft Georgian Colonial! Grand Entry Foyer! Beautiful Curved Open Staircase! 4-5 Bedrooms! 2.5 Baths! Master Bath! Gas Heat! Central Air! Bonus 25x37 Two Story Carriage House! New Price! $184,900

Fine Realtor Associates to Serve You! * June Cazeault * Liz Knutelski * William Gilmore II * Laurie Sullivan * Vanessa Kubic Hoenig * Diane Strzelecki WEBSTER - 35 LAURELWOOD DR.

EXTRAORDINARY! Professionally decorated, custom 4 BR Colonial on PRIVATE 3.75 acres, superb location overlooking Webster Lake w/spectacular western water views, quality workmanship & materials throughout, Mstr BR suite w/it's own frplc'd living rm & private balcony! Gourmet kitchen! Family & formal dining rms! 2 car att'd garage PLUS a 36x48 det'd 6 car garage& lg walk up 2nd story!* New Price! $449,000

WEBSTER - 38 RAY ST

WEBSTER - 13 Paradis Lane

Don’t miss this one! Beautiful 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath ranch! Many recent updates! Roof shingles! Appliances! Carpeting! Paint! Attached Garage! Central Vac, Central Air! $170,000

WEBSTER - 8 STOUGHTON AVE

Aesthetically pleasing! Great Architecture! Loads of Character! Well Kept older home has plenty to offer! Many spacious rooms! Eat in kitchen! sm. 1/2 bath! 4 large bdrms! 2 car detached garage! Gas Heat! This is a gem! New Price $154,900

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WEBSTER ~ 94 LAKE STREET

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WEBSTER LAKE - 2 SOUTH POINT RD

Large Dutch Cape! 200ft of river frontage! 3 bdrms! 2 baths! Whirlpool tub! Radiant heat! 2 car attached garage! Finished lower level $334,900

NEW LISTING: Panoramic view of Webster Lake! Fantastic south facing location! 62 ft of prime lakefront! Deep 10,489 sq ft lot! Flagstone and concrete patios! Full concrete, walkway at water’s edge! 2 docks! 2 story cape home! 4 bdrms! 2 full baths! Walkout lower level New Price! $449,900 family room!

WEBSTER LAKE ~ LONG ISLAND

WEBSTER LAKE - SOUTH POINT RD

WEBSTER LAKE LOT Prime Waterfront Island Lot! Perfect Vacation Dream Get-away, 6,245 sf, 50' Frontage, Clear, almost level lot. Western Exposure = Beautiful Sunsets! $169,900


Southern exposure! Panoramic view! Breathtaking morning sunrises! Architectural drawings! Engineered and approved, conservation site plan! Buy now! $199,000

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STURBRIDGE – Waterfront! South Pond Custom Contemporary! 50 S. Shore Dr! 6 Rms! 3 Bdrms! Master Bath! 3 Total Baths! C/Air! Radiant Heat! Hardwoods & Tile Flrs! 2 Car Garage! Spectacular Lake Views! Listed by Another SOLD by Century21 Lake Realty! $445,000.00

SOUTHBRIDGE – 440 N. Woodstock Rd! 76 Acres of Natural Beauty! 8 Rm Country Ranch! Yester Year Charm! 2 Kitchens! 3 Stone Fireplaces! Lower Level “Saloon”! Huge Barn! 4+ Garages! Workshops! Saw Mill! Former “Cheney Farm” $419,900.00

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WEBSTER LAKE! 18 Fairfield! WEBSTER LAKE – 29 Union Point Rd! West Exp! 05 Complete Remodel Killdeer Isl! Western Expo! Beautiful 5 Rm Contemp! Ideal 2nd Home or Yr Sunsets! Panoramic Views of North Pond! 100' Waterfront! Huge Level Lot! Round! Open Flr Plan! Granite! Updated 6Rm Ranch! Lake Facing Cathedrals! Frplc! Mstr w/Lake Views! Mstr Bath! 3 Bdrms! 2 Baths! Decks! Master Suite! 2 Bdrms! 2.5 Baths! 2 Frplcs! 2 Car Garage! Boat Ramp! Dock! Great for Entertaining! $479,900.00 Quick Close! $399,900.00

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Excellent 3 family, 6-6-3 rms! Gas heat! Large 3 car garage! Extra lot! Loads of room for off-street parking! Close to I-395. $159,900

WEBSTER NEW ENGLAND COMMONS

DOUGLAS - 135 MANCHAUG ST.

Like New beautifully updated 2 Bedroom and 2 Balths! Master suite includes 2 walkin closets and Master Bath! Large second bedroom! Sun Room! Has its own detached garage! $129,900.

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WEBSTER – 50 Upper Gore! WEBSTER – 32 Second Island Rd! WEBSTER – 13 Birch Drive! OXFORD– 37 Charlton St! Young OXFORD – 28 Charlton St! 13 Rm Custom 48' 6 Rm Ranch! Hrdwds Thru- 6 Rm Cape! Walk to Webster Lake! Views/Sunsets Over Webster Lake! 9Rm Webster Lake Access! 4 Rm Year Greek Revival said to be “Clara Round Cottage! Kitchen w/Dining Barton’s Summer Residence”! Stately Out! Open Flr Plan! Cathedrals! Kit, Liv Eat In Kit! Formal Din Rm! Large Liv Brick Ranch! 1 Acre! New Granite Kit w/CTile Flr! Din Rm w/Corner China Area! Comfortable Living Rm! Large & Din Area w/Recessed Lighting! C/Air! 3 Rm! 3 Bdrms! 1.5 Baths! Hrdwds! Pillar Front! Grand Stairway! 10’ Cabinet! Frplc Liv Rm w/Picture Partially Finished Playroom! Master Bedroom! Possible 2nd Ceilings! 6 Italian Marble Fireplaces + Bdrms w/Ceiling Fans! Master Bath! 2 Window! 3 Bdrms 2 Baths!! Ideal InRenovated 5 Yrs Ago Including Bedroom! Enclosed Porch! Recent Full Baths! 1st Flr Laundry! 27’ 2 Car Brick Oven! Servant’s Law! Frplc Fam Rm! Roof! New Furnace! Carport! Fenced Quarters/Apartment! Recent Buderus! Garage! Farmers Porch & Rear Deck! Windows, Roof, Electrical, Plumbing $249,900.00 & Siding! Garage! $209,900.00 Back Yard! $89,900.00 $229,900.00 Many Updates! $299,900.00

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DUDLEY – 2 Dudley Oxford Rd! HUGE WEBSTER – 22 Oakmont St! Walk to 9 Rm Colonial! 2 Story Grand Entry! Webster Lake's Lakeside Beach & Boat Frplcd Liv Rm w/Hrdwds! Applianced Kit Ramp! "2001" 7 Rm Ranch! Recent w/Ceramic Tile! 4Bdrms! Master Bdrm Upgrades – Hrdwds, Tile & Marble w/Walk-in Closet & Master Bath! 2.5 Flooring! New Bathroom Sinks & Baths Total! Walk-out Finished Lower Vanities! 3 Bdrms! Master w/1/2 Bath! Level! 1/2Acre Corner Lot! Gas Heat! Fam Rm! 2.5 Baths! 2 Car Garage! $279,900.00 $189,900.00

ON DEPOSIT 55+ Adult Community Bright! Beautiful condo being offered! Priced to sell quickly! Huge combo living/dining room! Large bedrooms! French doors to deck! Full basement! Offering 3 months paid condo fees! $194,900!

LAND DUDLEY - ELMWOOD AVE Attention Investors! Approx. 3/4 acre (.71) of Vacant Land, Res-10 Zoned. Mixed Use area of Single Families, Multi-Familes & Condos. Access through existing paper road known as Elmwood Ave from George Street & Fairview Ave. This parcel has 305' road frontage on Elmwood, back from George St about 100'. Known as Parcel 82 on Dudley Town Map 118. $94,900.

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Woodstock $179,900 NEW LISTING

WOODSTOCK $319,900 NEW PRICE

Thompson $284,900 NEW LISTING

1188 Route 197, Woodstock $379,000 www.G650245.bhhsNEproperties.com Elegant 4 Bedroom Colonial. Sweeping Cathedral Ceiling, Long Windows and Fireplace Great Room. John Downs 860-377-0754

www.G663115.bhhsNEproperties.com Deceiving from the outside! 3-4BR, large LR open to kit. Manicured lawn, gardens, hot tub, deck. FR in Lower Level! Diane White 860-377-4016

www.G656426.bhhsNEproperties.com Immaculate Colonial. Large eat-in kitchen. Post & beam covered porch. Pool, oversized 2 car garage. Diane White 860-377-4016

www.G663398.bhhsNEproperties.com Perfect micro farm with potential 4 stall barn + open pastures. Separate in Law Cottage In-ground pool. Karen Chambrello 860-617-5067

Woodstock, $347,000

Woodstock $274,900

Woodstock $259,900

Ashford $425,000

www.G657759.bhhsNEproperties.com Private 3 bedroom with office, sunroom & 3 car garage on 3+ acres! Brooke Gelhaus 860-336-9408

www.G662050.bhhsNEproperties.com Energy Efficient Split Level. Staircase leads to a MBR Suite. Cherry HW floors. AG Pool & Hot Tub. Karen Chambrello 860-617-5067

www.G649434.bhhsNEproperties.com Beautiful Antique w/3 story barn. 4 bay Sigfridson garage. Large deck overlooking private backyard. John Downs 860-377-0754

www.G649425.bhhsNEproperties.com Wonderful Horse Property on 11.68 Acres. State of the Art Barns. Beautiful Home. John Downs 860-377-0754

Pomfret $300,000

Union $595,000

Quaddick Lake $259,000

Thompson $500,000

www.G660018.bhhsNEproperties.com Tucked away on a Country Cul-de-Sac, this 2BR home has expansion possibilities. Shown by appt. Call today. Mary Collins 860-336-6677

www.G655461.bhhsNEproperties.com Working Farm!! Raising Cattle, winter barn, storage barn, endless possibilities!! 3072sf, 4BR, 2.5BA! Diane 860-377-4016

www.G650290.bhhsNEproperties.com Waterfront! Enjoy Relaxation overlooking the Lake!!! Docks included!! Rachel Sposato 860-234-1343

www.G642661.bhhsNEproperties.com Barns & Pastures & Ponds! Views Galore! Main house built in 1812, 30x40 addition in 2005! Diane White 860-377-4016

Woodstock $399,000

WOODSTOCK $394,900

Killingly $219,900

Woodstock $498,000

Pomfret $184,500

Woodstock $495,000

www.G650242.bhhsNEproperties.com Beautiful farmer’s porched Colonial. Built by local builder. Increased insulation & appliance packages! Diane White 860-377-4016

www.G636302.bhhsNEproperties.com 2 Unit Duplex on 1.2 acres w/4 bay garage. Great investment opportunity! Karen Chambrello 860-617-5067

www.G657714.bhhsNEproperties.com Elegant Woodstock Colonial on a Picturesque, Private 7.8 Acre W Large Pond. Prime Location. Large Pasture. John Downs 860-377-0754

www.G649552.bhhsNEproperties.com Immaculate & spacious 2 bedroom home w/ home office & 2 car garage! Brooke Gelhaus 860-336-9408

www.G659788.bhhsNEproperties.com Stunning Cape w/Brazilian Hardwood Floors, Granite Kitchen and Dramatic and Spacious Open Floor Plan. John Downs 860-377-0754

www.G647604.bhhsNEproperties.com Sweeping , Spectacular Views From a Beautiful Country Hilltop Home. 12.24 Acre Lot John Downs 860-377-0754

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AUBURN HAPPINESS Charming 2-3 Bedroom, 2 Bath New England Colonial in great area near Worcester Line. Hardwood floors, vinyl sided, replacement windows, formal dining room, eat-in kitchen, shed. Call now to view! 44 Chestnut Avenue - $184,900 Call Mary Ellen Cox 508-735-7061 E-Mail: [email protected] WEBSTER Sunsplashed 3 bdrm, 1 BA, 1 Car gar. Ranch h o m e . Convenient location, nice neighborhood. Updates include maple cabinets, Tile and Maple flooring. Pellet stove! Great home at a nice affordable Price $169,900

Donna Caissie 508-277-8862 A U B U R N : Outstanding Custom Home offering location & fantastic setting in great area. Quality construction with a superior decor offering hardwoods & tile flooring, cathedral center line ceiling w/tons of glass overlooking private wooded rear yard. This 3 Bedroom & 2 Bath Cape is Only $314,000.

Stratton Vitikos 843-957-1629 [email protected] AUBURN $169,900 PRICE CHANGE Wonderful 5 Room Cape with 3 Bedrooms(1 down and 2 up), Eat in Kitchen with disposal and built in microwave, combined Dining/Living room and 1 Full Bath. 2nd floor has potential for 2nd bath(not plumbed). Great dead end street in convenient Auburn Neighborhood. Perfect commuter location. Landscaped yard with shed. Full basement has laundry area with folding table and 1 car garage. Home includes sprinkler system and invisible fence. Upstairs bedrooms have additional storage space. This well maintained home is not a drive by.

Joanne St. Pierre 508-864-8399

Claire M. Earley 508-832-5324 AU B U R N : 3 0 Church Street MINT home offered at $264,900. 3 beds with HW, 1.5 baths, updated kitchen, huge family room, LR, DR with HW under the carpet. Shed, deck, granite porch, and two car attached garage. Easy to show.

Call Beth Johnson 774-289-6437

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943-4900 * 987-8400 OFF EXIT 1 - RT. 395 - THOMPSON RD., WEBSTER, MASS. Marc D. Becker, Carla Manzi, Brokers

SNUG HARBOR TOWNHOUSE ON W E B S T E R L A K E ! ! ! Magnificent Waterfront Condominium on Middle Pond!!! Impeccably decorated and maintained, this 3322 sq.ft. four level unit features... granite, ceramic and cherry kitchen with brkfst bar - step down fireplaced living room w/access to deck - master bedroom with spectacular tiled bath and balcony overlooking beautiful lakeviews - guest bedroom and bath (4.5 baths in all) lower level entertainment room with fireplace, wet bar and french door walk-out to patio steps from docks. Upper level 30 ft. room w/cathedral ceiling is perfect for exercise room, hot tub and office, again with lake scenery. Gas heat, central vac and a/c. Pride of ownership shines bright through the NEW windows, skylights, roof, flooring, paint ... the update list goes on and on! You've arrived when you can call Snug Harbor your home! 14 Union Point Rd. RICE

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AUBURN: Bancroft Hill ideal two bedroom ranch with open floor plan. Large room with fireplace. Private tree line rear yard. $174,900

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households throughout Southern Worcester County.

Call Kevin Maher 508-450-4219 or [email protected]

PUTNAM $152,000

www.G655897.bhhsNEproperties.com Pristine, Move-In Condition Home Formal DR, Large Deck, Additional Finished Space in the Basement. John Downs 860-377-0754

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AU B U R N Incredible Home with step down Sun Room, huge fully app. Kitchen w/eating area +bay window, Formal Din. Rm & Family Rm. w/cathedral ceiling & skylights Superior location in this 3-4 Br Colonial w/outstanding inground pool; $419,900 Kevin Maher 508-4504219 or [email protected].

Auburn: Nice 2 BR mobile home in Whispering Pines 55+ Adult Park, Auburn Home is neat as a pin. Central a/c for the hot days and private deck in the back. $55,000. Call Claire at 508-208-1395 for a private showing.

Brooklyn $175,000 NEW PRICE

THE LAKE... SOUTH POND CONTEMPORARY! More than 3200 sq. ft. of custom built quality in this bright and airy waterfront home. Tiled entrance foyer open to spacious living room, and dining room with sliders to lake-facing wraparound decks. Custom cabinet kitchen with granite and double oven. Three bedrooms, 3.5 baths, including owner's suite with fabulous bath and private deck. Lower level family room w/wet bar, sliders to patio...excellent entertainment venue! 71 ft. of frontage on the lake. 2-car garage, oil heat, central vac and a/c. Very nicely maintained inside and out...ready for you to move in and enjoy all four seasons on the lake!

$ 559,900 R/E Tax $7360

$789,900

WEBSTER — More than 2500 sq. ft. of first floor living area in this spacious Ranch located on .86 acre on nonthrough street. Three bedrooms, three baths, two fireplaces, sunken living room, dining room, sun room, lower level family room with kitchen, two additional rooms for exercise/office, central air, three zone oil heat, two-car garage, inground pool. Nice location, close to schools, highway, shopping. R/E Tax $3456 $224,900

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Donna Flannery ERA Key Realty Services 508-885-6665 Web: www.donnaflannery.com Email: [email protected] Spencer - Seasonal 2 bdrm Thompson Pond Waterfront Cottage. 45 feet of sandy shoreline & dock on just the right sized lot! Vaulted ceilings, lots of wood for warm cabin vibe, Updated Septic Sys., Art. well, electrical. Full recreational Lake! Perfect retreat! 165,000

Spencer - Amazing one level beauty nestled on over 11 acres of privacy! (addt. 30+ acres avail) Open concept floor plan with 3500 s.f. of living space! Heated hardwood floors, stunning gourmet kitchen! 7 rms, 3 bdrms, 2.5 baths plus lower level walkout bsmt. Set up for future in-law potential. 3 car garage plus water frontage on Sugden Res. $499,900 www.78donnelly.vuleetours.com

Spencer - Crestview Condo! Top level! 4 rms, 2 bdrms, large dining/living room, deck overlooking acres of peaceful meadow. (1100 s.f. of living space) FHA/Gas heat plus Central air. Low fees of 200.00 per month. Great location, minutes to major routes, walk to bus line, shopping, Library. 155,000

Southbridge - New Listing! Beautifully remodeled 8 rm, 3 bdrm, 2 bath Cape in cul-desac neighborhood! Nice area! FHW/Oil (new) heat, Granite & Maple kitchen (new), Fireplaced sunroom, 2 car garage w/game room over. 5 min. to MA Pike, Rt 20, Rt 84. 189,900

Spencer - New Split Entry going up now! Great location, just the right sized lot. Open floor plan, vaulted ceilings. Granite kitchen, Master suite w/private bath, 3 bdrms, 2 baths, 2 car garage. FHW/gas heat . Choose colors, upgrades now. Finish basement later for more space. Town Water & Sewer. 234,900

Spencer - New to market! Spacious (1600+ s.f.) 7 rm, 4 bdrm, 2 bath Cape nestled at the end of a dead end street! Loaded with updates! Newer 1st floor Master bedroom Addition, updated kitchen, formal dining room & living room with hardwoods, private yard, much more! 179,900

Worcester - West side Colonial w/6 rms, 3 bdrms, 1.5 baths & a nice, level lot. Over 1800 s.f. of living space, hardwoods, fireplaced Livingroom, garage... Huge family room, tons of storage. FHA/Gas heat, so much more! Walk to WSU, shopping, restaurants! 219,900

Southbridge - Charming 1700’s ,9 rm,4 bdrm,1.5 bath Antique Farmhouse on over 1.5 acres. Great original details, 5 fireplaces,wide board floors. 3 story Post & Beam Barn needs extensive restoration but used for storage. Beautiful grounds,stone walls. $190,000

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One owner Garrison Colonial has 3 bedrooms and 1 1/2 baths. All new flooring on first floor, applianced kitchen with dining area opens to formal dining room w/bay window & Pergo floor. Front to back bay window living room to 3 season sunroom with new wall to wall & blinds. First floor laundry in half bath w/ceramic floor and tile. Three over-sized bedrooms. Attached garage with new garage door. Central vac, full basement w/Fisher woodstove (future family room), fully insulated, town services. Nicely landscaped with flower gardens!

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55 Old Worcester Rd Webster

Very pretty Cape style home with 2-car garage and 16x21 deck. New kitchen with granite counters and vinyl flooring. Formal dining room. Large fireplaced living room with open staircase; Two large first floor bedrooms; All hardwood floors; Partially finished walkout basement with heated playroom and half bath; New roof, windows and furnace; Private half acre lot with shed.

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NEWS BRIEFS more information, leave a message on the Gateway machine (508-764-4531).

Gateway announces upcoming auditions SOUTHBRIDGE — Gateway Players’ Road Show for this season will be a musical revue, produced by Lou-Ellen Corkum and directed by Christine Costello. Auditions will be held on Monday and Tuesday, Oct. 21 and 22, at 6:30 p.m., at the Gateway Arts Barn, 111 Main St., Southbridge. We are looking for adults who can sing and dance, although we tend to emphasize the singing and allow for simple choreography. The road show is a bit different from the regular season shows: they are generally performed at different venues and are available for booking throughout the year. So far, there are bookings for three dates. This is a fun way to perform-singing and dancing in interesting places. The goal is to assemble a troupe that will have many voices to allow for individual schedules and availability. Auditions will consist of singing and simple movement. Bring a prepared song (with music for music director to play). A group song will also be taught. Come dressed comfortably and ready to have a good time. For

House passes comprehensive compounding legislation BOSTON — State Rep. Todd M. Smola (RWarren) joined his colleagues in the House last week to pass legislation that will increase the oversight of compounding pharmacies, improve quality and safety standards in the Commonwealth, and establish rigorous transparency and accountability practices for compounding pharmacies across the state. This legislation was carefully crafted following the 2012 meningitis outbreak linked to contaminated drugs produced at the New England Compounding Center in Framingham. “Previously, there was a lack of consistent standards when it came to governing the operations of compounding pharmacies,” said Smola. “This legislation addresses that problem and ensures that we are working to guarantee the highest possible standards in both safety and quality control.” This compounding pharmacy bill mod-

ernizes pharmacy oversight while enhancing patient access to critical medications. The legislation addresses the unique needs of this industry through the following provisions: Establishes a specialty license for all instate and out-of-state sterile compounding pharmacies; Requires the Department of Public Health to track all sterilely compounded drugs made by state-licensed pharmacies; Requires the Department of Public Health to collect and analyze data on adverse events tied to pharmaceuticals; creates an online database listing pharmacies that have prepared drugs resulting in adverse effects; mandates unannounced, detailed inspections of all sterile compounding pharmacies; requires state pharmacy inspectors to be specially trained and to take continuing education classes; requires that compounded medications are clearly labeled; mandates pharmacies to report the type and volume of compound drug production; reforms the composition of the State Board of Pharmacy; requires increased communications between prescribers, pharmacies, government officials and patients, including a support hotline for patients; Ensures that state and national agencies communicate on oversight and potential problems.

The House voted 155-0 to pass the bill, which now moves to the Senate.

Hospice volunteers needed in Sturbridge If you have the time and heart to share, you could become a valuable part of the Overlook Hospice Team. Hospice Volunteers provide companionship and support to hospice patients and their families, reading to patients, watching movies, playing cards, walking dogs, fixing a meal, gardening, supporting family members, sitting with patients who are actively dying and making bereavement calls. We are also seeking volunteers to provide Reiki, pet therapy and music therapy. Our volunteers visit patients in their homes and in nursing homes in Sturbridge and the surrounding area. Full training and ongoing support provided. Our next training begins on October 28. For more information about becoming a Hospice Volunteer, contact Susan Fuller at 508-434-2200.

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TUESDAY, OCTOBER 22 Free Pond Closing Seminar 6:30 p.m. Tips for maintaining your pond’s ecosystem and preparing it for winter! KLEM’S 117 West Main St., Spencer, MA www.klemsonline.com

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26 Live music with Posi-Track 9:30 – close Gold Eagle at Laurel House 8 Tracy Rd., Dayville, CT 860-779-7777 Klem’s 8th Annual Dog Costume Contest 11:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m. Awards for scariest, most original and funniest

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Roadhouse Blues Jam Every Sunday, 3:00 – 7:00 p.m. Karaoke and Dance Party Cady’s Tavern 2168 Putnam Pike, Chepachet, RI Every Thursday and Saturday Trivia Night and DJ Karaoke 401-568-4102 Every Tuesday 7 p.m.- 9 p.m. Live Country Music Flashlight Lights in Every other Friday at 9 p.m. 6-acre Corn Maze Sherwood’s Restaurant & Bar Fort Hills Farms 35 Rte. 171, South Woodstock, CT 260 Quaddick Rd. 860-963-1230 Thompson, CT Fri., Sat., Sun. at dusk 860-923-3439

Piano Bar with Don & Yvonne Sunday nights 6:00 p.m. Carmellas Italian Restaurant 55 South Maple St. (Rte. 9) Brookfield, MA Wise Guys Team Trivia Every Tuesday, 8:00 – 10:00 p.m. Cady’s Tavern 2168 Putnam Pike (Rt. 44) Chepachet, RI 401-568-4102

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Trivia Night Every Wednesday 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Free to play Food and drink special Prizes Hank’s Restaurant 416 Providence Rd., Brooklyn, CT 860-774-6071 Conversations with Keith Fridays 10 a.m.-11 a.m. A live talk radio show on WARE 1250AM and downloadable on the internet anytime Sponsored by The Holistic Center West Brookfield 508-867-3409

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1st Thursdays are Chicken Night 4 p.m. – 9 p.m. Family style baked chicken with fries, pasta & marinara sauce, salad and rolls Adults: $11.75 Children under 10: $6.75 American Legion Tuttle Post #279 88 Bancroft St., Auburn, MA 508-832-2701

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Lola’s Place

362 Main St. (Rt. 20) Sturbridge, MA 01566

630 Main St. (Rt. 20), Sturbridge, MA

(774)241-0005

(508)347-0056

Open 11am-8pm Tues-Sat; Fridays until 9pm; Closed Sunday & Monday

Sun-Wed 11AM-10PM • Thur, Fri, Sat 11AM-11PM

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922 W. Main St. Southbridge, MA (Big Bunny Plaza)

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Pizzas • Calzones • Seafood Grinders • Salads • Pasta Dinners • Appetizers

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HOURS: SUN.-WED. 11AM - 9PM THURS.-SAT. 11AM - 10PM

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Live Entertainment in our Lounge Lori Brooks Oct. 11th & 25th Mark & Yvette Duo Oct. 19th

The Traveler Restaurant Book Store is open all restaurant hours

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We are asking readers to send in questions about food preparation, cooking, food/wine parings, etc. and a local chef will provide us with their expert answer. Please email your question to [email protected]. This one is just for fun, but we all might learn something new!

is the best way to cook Q. What and serve London Broil steak? that “London A. Remember Broil Steak” is a process that applies to a number of cuts of meat and not the cut of meat itself. These can be, but are not limited to, shoulder cut, top round steak, flap meat and others. If you’re not sure, ask your butch-

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grain) and enjoy as is or topped with a simple sauce you can whip up with a 1/4 cup of sour cream, tablespoon of horseradish, and some fresh cracked pepper.

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NEWS BRIEF

New OSV exhibit debuts Oct. 19 STURBRIDGE — This fall, Old Sturbridge Village celebrates the life of acclaimed Massachusetts cabinetmaker Nathan Lombard (1777-1847) with a new exhibit, “Delightfully Designed: The Furniture and Life of Nathan

Lombard,” on display Oct. 19, 2013 through May 4, 2014. The OSV exhibit represents the largest reunion of Nathan Lombard’s furniture since it left his workshop in the early 1800s. Many of the 15 Lombard pieces

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in the new exhibit are from private collections and are rarely on public view. Others are on loan from museums and will travel great distances to be part of the exhibit. Old Sturbridge Village is one of 11 institutions taking part in Four Centuries of Massachusetts Furniture, a yearlong collaborative project to celebrate the Bay State’s legacy of furniture-making through exhibitions, demonstrations, lectures and publications. Visit www.fourcenturies.org. Lombard’s story is an important one for Old Sturbridge Village to tell; the talented cabinetmaker spent his life in Central Massachusetts towns surrounding Sturbridge. He was born in Brimfield in 1777, married in Sturbridge in 1802, and settled in Sutton in 1805. Born a farmer’s son, Lombard was in some ways, a very “ordinary” man — but his furniture is anything but ordinary. Lombard’s mastery of intricate inlay — the embedding of thin wood veneers into a solid surface — makes him stand out among his peers. Charismatic eagles, elaborate vines, and floral motifs decorate his pieces. Veins on leaves and petals on flowers are executed with exquisite detail. Carved, curving details seem effortlessly sculpted. “Lombard also had a refined eye for proportion and balance,” noted Christie Jackson, Old Sturbridge Village curator of decorative arts. “One only need look at the seven-foot-tall desk-withbookcase owned by the Winterthur Museum with its carved top pediment and imposing presence to realize that Lombard’s level of craftsmanship was unlike most of his contemporaries in rural Massachusetts. This stunning piece, on loan to OSV from Winterthur, will be a highlight of OSV’s exhibit.” Old Sturbridge Village recently acquired two important pieces of furniture crafted by Nathan Lombard — a chest of drawers and a rare drop-leaf table — and will display them in new exhibit. “The drop-leaf table is an exciting new form for Lombard – no other examples are known,” Jackson said. “This table has the characteristics of cherry wood and light and dark string inlay that we have come to expect in L o m b a r d pieces. And on the underside

of the table’s top, one can see round indents left from sewingbirds. These useful ‘third hand’ clamps held a piece of cloth, leaving the sewer’s hands free to work.” Lombard produced many chests of drawers, often with a slight variation in inlay and shape. Some, like the bow-front chest acquired by OSV, had simplified inlay designs and simplecurve case construction. This made them less costly to produce and less expensive to purchase, making it possible for less affluent families to afford finely crafted, but more humbly decorated, furniture. OSV will include in the exhibit artifacts from its collection that relate to Lombard and the intermingling of his business and family life. One example is the 1826 friendship album of Brimfield resident Harriot Janes, which contains entries from many of Lombard’s nieces and cousins, including Mary Allen, daughter of Ezra Allen. Ezra Allen commissioned several pieces of Nathan Lombard furniture, including a magnificently carved and inlaid fire screen that will be on display in the exhibit, along with many of Mary Allen’s possessions — a dress, tortoiseshell comb, and delicate shoes. “It is personal objects like these that help tell a richer, intimate story of Nathan Lombard and his furniture,” Jackson said. “Stories found in newly discovered family narratives, cherished objects, family images — all these artifacts help to uncover the man behind such beautiful furniture.”

COLLECTORS’ FORUM Old Sturbridge Village will celebrate the opening of its new exhibit, “Delightfully Designed: The Furniture and Life of Nathan Lombard,” with a daylong Collectors’ Forum on Saturday, Oct. 19 from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., featuring noted scholars, connoisseurs, collectors and enthusiasts. The Forum will explore Nathan Lombard’s story, examine his inlay and construction techniques, and will put his work within the context of cabinetmaking in Massachusetts during the Early Republic. Speakers include Brock Jobe, professor of American decorative arts, Winterthur Museum; Old Sturbridge Village Trustee Norm Abram, host of the New Yankee Workshop and master carpenter of This Old House; decorative

Courtesy photo

Nathan Lombard desk with bookcase (circa 1805) top detail

arts scholar and Old Sturbridge Village Trustee Jane Nylander, who is also the former president of the Society for the Preservation of New England Antiquities (now Historic New England); Jim Donahue, president and CEO of Old Sturbridge Village; Christie Jackson, curator of decorative arts at Old Sturbridge Village; conservators Marylou Davis and Melissa Carr; independent scholar Clark Pearce; and artisans from the North Bennet Street School. Forum attendees receive museum admission and may also tour the new Nathan Lombard exhibit. The Old Sturbridge Village Forum is open to the public; cost is $80 per person; $65 for OSV members; optional lunch: $20 per person. For details and to register: www.osv.org/antiques, 800SEE-1830. An unprecedented collaboration uniting 11 institutions to celebrate the imagination and ingenuity of Massachusetts furniture making, including: The Colonial Society of Massachusetts, Concord Museum, Fuller Craft Museum, Historic Deerfield, Historic New England, Massachusetts Historical Society, Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, North Bennet Street School, Old Sturbridge Village, Peabody Essex Museum, and Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library.

STONEBRIDGE PRESS 3 RD ANNUAL PET HALLOWEEN COSTUME CONTEST Send your photos to [email protected] or mail to Stonebridge Press Pet Contest, P. O. Box 90, Southbridge, MA 01550 by OCTOBER 18th. All photos to run in the November 1st issue of the Express! We are also looking for business sponsors! Run in ALL 7 Mass papers for just $50 in full color! Prizes include: $25.00 Gift Certificate Thibaults Country Store, Spencer $25 Gift Card Klems, Spencer $25 Price Chopper Gift Card

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9-ft. x 55” beveled glass tabletop

Call Karl: 774-823-6692

Call 774-230-9457

AAA Sports Cards Stars 1950’s-1970’s Great shape Near mint cards

COLEMAN STOVE Two Burner, mint

$25 OBO 860 576-5462 COUCH

$50.00

OAK YOUTH BED

All cards at 60% off book!! Call: 508-864-9223

KENMORE WHISPERTONE VACUUM

HON SIDE CHAIRS

ALL IN EXCELLENT CONDITION

$50.00

w/mattress $100.00

$100.00

508-479-9752

Coffee Table $30.00

$75.00

HUGE TV HOOVER CANISTER WINDTUNNEL

$150.00 or best offer

$400 OBO

Mostly Stars & Rookies Baseball, Football, Hockey, Basketball, And More Near Mint Cards

$45 Call: 508-864-9223

2 Pianos

Both In Excellent Condition Price Includes Tuning & Move To 1st Floor Location In Worcester County.

Please Call 508-885-3705

4 Section Peerless Cast Iron Boiler $450 774 449-8012 or 508 277-8735 (cell)

50%-70% OFF LARGE INVENTORY New Windows, Doors, Appliances, Fans, Lights, Vanities, Pedestal Sinks Toilets Kitchen Sinks Faucets Lawn, Garden & Carpenter Equipment Fireplace Log Sets & Tools

413-531-2433

BOSTON ROCKER $100.00

ALPACA BEAN

CRAFTSMAN 3 Gallon Air Compressor

DISHWASHER

$75.00 or B/O

Admiral by Maytag

Natural Alpaca Fertilizer Pre-composted Great for your garden

$10 per bag

$45.00

Call 508-238-5233

(860)576-5462

Angle Iron Cutter For Shelving

CUSTOM PINE TRESTLE TABLE

4W296, HK Potter 2790 Normally Sells For $700

$90 OBO

Temple Stuart Solid Maple 44”L x 22”w x 32”H 8 drawers w/chair

$175.00 Or Best Offer

CHRISTMAS TREE 7’ x48” w/white lights Balsam fir style

$100.00 B/0 508-347-3145

Call: 508-764-6058

1500 Sports Cards

ROLL TOP DESK $375.00

508-981-9033

(LIKE NEW)

11 arrows with case.

508-789-0864 DINING SET/ HUTCH $450.00

39 CHEVY COUP PROJECT $5,000.00

ANTIQUE DESK

Compound Bow PSE Model

$50.00

Call 774- 321-0662

Call Tom 508-450-1282

$1,200 OBO

8 piece place setting white background w/pink roses

$50.00

L&L Coin

with 6HP gas engine and 36lb trolling motor included. On trailer.

CHINA DINNER SET

$350.00

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

12’ Aluminum V Hull

Asking $275.00

CASTOR CONVERTER $75.00

42” TV with Stand

We Travel To You! FREE Honest Appraisals We Operate By The Golden Rule!

Soild Maple Table, 5 Chairs and Hutch

ENTERTAINMENT CENTER

$60.00

Banks Recommend Us!

Dining Room Set

BRASS GLASS TABLE SET $200.00

Side Table

For Silver Coins, Silver Dollars, Gold Coins, Paper Money.

48” table w/2-12” leaf Six chairs and glass-front hutch Mint condition $450 or best offer

ORECK

111

Paying Top Dollar

Call 508-764-1268 or 203-610-9807

$150 Can Deliver

1/2-inch thick $100.00

Maple, very good condition, beautiful base, 42”x 66” four leaves extend table to 106” inches (almost 9’ feet)

DINING ROOM SET

508-867-3729

APPROXIMATELY 80 OFFICE CHAIRS From $10.00

DESK CONFERENCE TABLES at bargain prices

Call 774-696-3397 ARCHERY, HUNTING EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIES In Excellent Condition Call 508-764-6908

Art Deco Bedroom Set- 1920’s Headboard w/footboard (full), nightstand, dresser w/mirror, matching bench seat solid, lovely condition!

$1,275 OBO

Beautiful leather sofa also

Call: 508-320-7941

AUTOBODY TOOLS Mechanical Tools Household, Sporting Goods

All Must Go! After 40 Years of Service 508-642-2009

Estate Items

Antique Bricks Drill Press Terracotta Floor Tiles Granite Slabs

508-248-7812

leaves (opens to 10'), lazy susan, protective pads, 8 chairs.

Matching work island with 2 drawers, 2 doors, removable plexiglass cover.

$3,000 negotiable. 508-765-1514

Danish Teak Dining Room Set. Excellent Condition. Table (39.5 x 59) with 2 leafs, 2 arm chairs, 2 side chairs (reupholstered 8/13). Made in Denmark.

$750.00 Price Neg. 413-668-8890.

Desk/Bureau $75.00 Lg. Pet Carrier $30.00 New Tire Rim 60 R16 $30.00 Small Desk $85.00 Golf Clubs/Bag $45.00 Antique Printers Drawers $15.00 ea.

BODY SHOP TOOLS

508-494-7857 White

Under the counter Used only two years All hoses and manual included

$200.00 508-943-5033

Electric Skil Miter Saw $65.00 Almost New

774-289-3607

ELECTRIC WHEELCHAIR 1 year old Never used Runs and looks new

$650.00 or best offer

(508)981-7012

Electrical Material 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

EQUIPMENT FOR SALE

$56 Each

$7500.00

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

Morbark 10" Chipper Perkins Diesel Engine.

ELVIS PRESLEY’S CHRISTMAS ALBUM The first live recordings, various other lp’s and box sets Call for details

508-885-9992 EMPIRE PROPANE VENTED PARLOR HEATER 50,000 BTU Used one year $700.00 OBO

Display Cabinet $50.00

Call 508-234-8454 508-596-1918 cell

774-452-3514

LOWREY ORGAN ROYALE

Diamond Ring

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!

774-232-0407

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DINING ROOM TABLE $175.00

Brand New Pillow-top Mattress

Unopened set, still in bags. Comes with warranty.

VISIT US ONLINE

450 B John Deere Track Loader.

$7500.00 Both in good condition.

$3500.00 or BO Call 860 974-1627 leave message

13.5’ rail

$1400

ALADDIN

reading magnifier

$160

HAIER

4 cu,ft refrigerator

$110

Call 508-347-9112

HOSPITAL BED

LARGE FISHER SPEAKER

$50

$50.00

ANTIQUE CHAIR $75.00

SWORD SET 32” Long $55.00

SMALL DROP LEAF TABLE ON WHEELS $65.00

In beautiful, excellent condition. Selling for fraction of cost. One family owned

EXCEL STAIR LIFT

MANY RECORD ALBUMS MANY HARDCOVER BOOKS

774-452-3514 Like new... COUCH AND CHAIR that also reclines on each end Excellent condition Asking $350.00

508-987-2809

crank

REALISTIC DX100 Receiver $70

WOODWORKING TOOLS 815-222-9323

FARM FRESH EGGS $2.00 dz. (860)576-5462

King Size Bedroom Set

6 piece cherry wood sleigh bed

$2500.00 or best offer 508-272-7110

FLAT SCREEN ENTERTAINMENT CENTER 19” w x 24” h x 54” l Excellent condition

Gas Log For Sale Jotul GF200 LP Gas

$650 OBO

$100.00

Mini Kota Electric Fishing Motor

508-867-3729

$125 OBO

FOR SALE

Fitness Power Rider

Baby Carriage Crib Playpen Baby Sled with Handle/Wheels Band Saw Table Saw

508-347-7013 (Sturbridge)

FOR SALE Child’s Rocker $10 Boyds Bears $50

36lb thrust, 5 speeds

$100 OBO Call: 508-943-2174

GE ELECTRIC STOVE Double oven/4 burners Good shape, Working area on stove Beige

Call Paul at 508-756-0227

508-867-6775

FOR SALE

Exercise Bike--$35 Golf Clubs/Bag--$50 Table Saw--$50 Vintage Table Jig Saw--$50 Wooden Boat in Glass Case - $100 16,000 BTU Air Conditioner - $40 Upright Freezer -- $100

508-764-2054

GERNERATOR/ INVERTER Honda EU3000is. Excellent Condition. Very low usage. Electric start & pull start. Very quiet. Great for electronics.

Asking $1500.00. 860-935-0072 Mike.

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GOLF CLUBS CALLAWAY CLUBS WITH BAG

Mamiya Medium Format 711 Pro camera

Purchased new April 2013 Used only 2 months Driver 3, 5, 7 Woods 4, 5, 6 Hybirds 6, 7, 8, 9 Pitching Wedge, Gap Wedge, Lob Wedge and Putter included Purchased new: $1800 Asking $900/Best Offer Call 508-347-3145

Got a truck?

Phenomenal bargains Gas range, gas clothes dryer, air hockey table, Maitlin Smith game table, piano. Boxes & boxes of good items!!

All must go!! Buy some, buy all 508-341-8292 Headboard full adj.

micro suede, oatmeal w/esp. wood trim $125 OBO

Coffee/Espresso Maker 82-12 cups $75 OBO

w/80mm F4 lens & super wide 43 mm F4.5 lens with optical viewfinder, Both w/polar filter. Almost new, in perfect condition $1850.00 860 923-9407

MARX LEATHER MATCHING RECLINING CHAIR AND OTTOMAN By Lane Original price $699.00 Asking $300.00

RATORO 22” PERSONAL PACE MWR Used once for 1 hour $280.00

Call 413-245-9312 between 1-6 p.m.

Mitutoyo 8” Digmatic Calipier Rebuilt

$25.00

Honeywell Air Cleaner rm. sz. 15x20 $50 OBO

Call: 508-765-0621

HISTORICAL PIECE OF LITERATURE A pictorial record of the devastation from the tornado in Worcester on June 9,1953 Published by Davis Press in Worcester In original mailing sleeve $1,000.00

508-765-5072

HOVEROUND Used Once, New Battery Comes with book and charger Excellent Condition

$950.00 or Best Offer Call 413-245-9651

10” Delta Compound Miter Saw with Bench Locking Wheels

$75.00

508 867-3729 MOTORS 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 4 Motor Speed Controls Hitachi J100, 400/460V Best Offer

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

NASCAR Die-Cast Models They’re Back! $5 And Up!

HP PHOTOSMART PRINTER A636 Model #Q8637A ,

$30.00 Or Best Offer 508-347-3145

LazyBoy Reclining Couch Gold Chenille Brand New $995.00

774-200-1194

LED R-30 INDOOR FLOODLIGHTS by Philips 12w = 65w Instant on, very bright plus dimmable Lasts 22.8 years Big box stores sell for $26-$30 YOU PAY $15.00 each or 4 per case $50.00

Call Keith 508-524-9328

Mahogany Gold Cup Race Boat

26 ft Replica of 1926 race boat. 5-step bottom 327 chevy engine. Includes Trailer

$65,000

Call 508-259-8805 MAHOGANY HUTCH $150.00

508-943-8107

BRAND NEW SHIPMENT!

010 FOR SALE

Old Trunks $45 Each

Student’s Desk & Chair $50

Two End Tables

Call: 508-410-7050

Oak Pedestal Table

and 4 round-back spindle chairs. Oval with grey/blue tiled top. One Extension Excellent condition

Asking $450.00 or BO Call 508 892-1783

OFFICE EQUIPMENT

4 drawer file cabinets $40 Reception area chairs $50 Office chairs $20 Oak side tables $80 Metal desks $50 Glass-fronted bookcase Air conditioners More!! (Leave message)

“Used Brick” - clay indoor/outdoor SW Flats + corners $8.40 per sq. ft.

PRESSURE WASHER

Call 508-867-9387

757-705-5106

6 months old $200.00 Will deliver

Snapper Roto-Tiller

TREAD MILL

Women’s Clothing

IR5003, Used Twice

$900 or/BO

TracVac

Original Harley Davidson Black Leather Jacket with fringe & belt. Mens size large. Excellent condition Worn 3 times Paid $350.00

Will Sell $199.00 Call 508-478-8538 ORIGINAL SEQUOIA NORDIC TRACK, Handmade Silk Screen, Tins (some antique), Royal Dalton China, Christmas Items, Gevalia Coffee Machines, Original Paintings and other items

Models 72085, 72285, 72295. Used Twice

$1995 or/BO

Call 508-765-5763 Solid Maple Dining Set

Table, hutch and 6 chairs.

Enviro EF-111 Bay I Very Good Condition $1,800.00

$25.00 or B.O. 508-765-2817 Leave message

Antique Man’s Highboy Dresser $800 OBO

Harden Cherry 4-Poster King Bed Frame

Trees for Sale

Evergreen Trees, Colorado Blue Spruce, Potted Trees, Silver Blue, 18”-22” tall. All 10 trees for $85 Norway Spruce 3 1/2’ 5/$99. Eastern Pine 5-7’ tall 5/$99. Excellent Privacy Border/Ornamental

Call 508-278-5762 Evenings

Truck Mounted Carpet Cleaning Van with Bane-Cleane System IV Good Condition

508-347-3145

$149.00

508-867-7388

PORTABLE PODIUM $30.00 GLIDER CHAIR $50.00 OLD END TABLE $45.00

Rascal Scooter With Lift

In excellent condition, 4 wheel deluxe model, brand new batteries, weight capacity 450 lbs.

$1,800 OBO Call: 508-476-3058

ROTOR TILLER Crafstman 6.0HP, 17” Tine width with counter rotating tines Used, Great Condition Recently Tuned-Up

$395.00 Call 508-943-4342

Sears Gas Trimmer with supply of lines

$100

1974 Suzuki 100CC $1,000 Assortment of cameras & photo equipment

Call: 508-885-3136

WOODEN SWING SET by Creative Playthings 4-Swing Stations, Monkey Bars, Sand Box, Fireman’s Pole, Ladder to Club House (includes cover) & Slide Will help disassemble Will need trailer

$1000 508-892-4370

413-967-7567

Two Professional Trombones

New-3 Days Used

In Good Condition

Mr. Desai Cell: 732-309-9366 Home: 508-347-2764

Call to Inquire 508 278-3988

For Sale

UTILITY TRAILER 4’x6’ with ramp gate & spare tire. 3 years old Excellent condition

Technics organ

From the very first note you play on the Technics EA5 organ, you’ll marvel at their rich authentic instrument sound. Like a well-tuned pipe organ, these instruments are finely crafted to deliver robust sounds. What’s more, their elegantly designed wood-grain finish cabinet makes them fashionably perfect for your music room. This organ is in very good condition and would suit anyone from beginner through to more experienced players A range of features including: *Upper keyboard 44 keys lower keyboard 44 keys pedal keyboard 13 keys *100’s of dynamic PCM true to life sounds *Superb organ voices including realtime Hammond style digital drawbars *Easy to use large LCD display * Large capacity 16-track sequencer * Built-in digital disk recorder

Price: $1000 or B/O

$400.00

(Lowes $549 w/o spare tire)

(508)867-3729

VERY LARGE VINTAGE OAK OFFICE DESK

Made of Texture 1-11 8x8 $725 8x10 $900 8x12 $975 8x16 $1275

Call 508 764-3736

Yard Sale, Oct. 13 & 14. 9a.m. to 3p.m. Shine only. Miscelaneous items. 2 Oscar's Road Spencer, MA

–LOST– Large Male Neutered Cat Black with patches of white on his belly. A little shy but basically friendly About 8 yrs old

AUBURN RESIDENT NEEDS RIDES

Please call 508-832-5512 Leave a message

508-335-3728

200 GEN. BUSINESS

For errands and groceries 1-2 times per month

107 MISC. FREE

203 SNOWMOBILES

FREE WOOD PALLETS

2003 SKIDOO 600 GRAND TOURING

You pick up. Monday thru Friday 8am-noon. Stonebridge Press 25 Optical Drive (located behind Southbridge Hotel & Conference Center)

And

2004 SKIDOO 500SS LEGEND

With 2006 Karavan Tilt Trailer. Low mileage on all. Excellent condition.

Asking $12K but reasonable offers considered

$240 or b.o.

130 YARD SALES

CHILD’S DESK

3-FAMILY YARD SALE

204 WATER EQUIPMENT

VINTAGE WATER AND SNOW SKIS

Saturday, October 12 9a.m-2p.m. 171 Old Webster Rd. Oxford, MA Kids’ toys, clothes (adults, too), household items, Christmas decorations, new Acer Tablet, electric typewriter, furniture, misc.

White and blue Plus like-new Karavan Trailer

$40

Reasonable offers accepted

802-258-1599

VICTORIAN LIVING ROOM SET Like new Sofa and 2 chairs $1,900

DEADLINE FOR YARD SALE SUBMISSIONS

Weathertech Floor Mats

IS 1:00 PM MONDAY FOR ALL MASS. WEEKLY PAPERS

Gray, Front and Rear Fits Jeep Liberty 2008-2012

*Deadlines Subject To Change Due To Holidays Call For More Info.

Like New $100.00

HUGE BARN SALE

28’ Aluminum Extension Ladder $140.00 508-347-3145 WHEEL HORSE LAWN TRACTOR w/Trac Vac System Mower Deck Snow blower attachment & roller Wheel weights & chains

Delivered And Built On-Site Other Sizes Available Call 413-324-1117

Asking $2500 Well maintained Ask for Bill 508-248-3612

Call 508-769-3167

1994 KAWASAKI 750SS JET SKI Call Barbara 413-262-9521

2000 Seadoo 720

Call 774-696-3397

508 266-0035 or 508 612-9053

TOOL SHEDS

9-2 28 Highland St Spencer

Upright Freezer Men’s& Women’s Clothing Furniture Household Item Pictures Other Misc. Items

105 BULLETIN BOARD

Benefit Spencer Cat Shelter Oct. 12, 13 & 14 Special $5-A-Bag Day on the 15th

9-5 Rain or Shine 22 Norcross Rd Spencer 508-885-2305

Horse Tack, Halloween Costumes and tons of other stuff!

with caravan trailer, red & white Very Fast & Fun!

$1500 Call 774-244-6781 508-234-8297

205 BOATS

10 ft ALUMINUM BOAT

Oct. 12th • 8-3 291 Elm St Southbridge

Furniture Household Items Antiques Everthing priced to sell!

1983 CHRIS CRAFT CABIN CRUISER

26’ Fiberglass New 350 Chevy engine. With trailer Great fishing boat or family boat Has kitchen and table, beds forward and aft Great condition $12,000.00

Call 508-259-8805

1995 Glastron 17ft Fiberglass Boat (open style) with 88HP Evinrude SPL outboard. Includes trailer. Easily seats 8. Used in fresh water for water skiing.

$5,000 Call: 508-234-5676

BOAT FOR SALE 17’ ft x 7’ ft wide . Grumman 17TC Twin Console, Split Windshield, trailer with spare tire Full cover for shade 5 seats (4 removable) Can use 2 for pedestal 25 horse, 4 stroke Yamaha motor, 12 Volt trolling motor w/remote foot control Full cover for weather Depth/Fish finder Plus Extras!

Mint Condition 508-347-3145

BOAT, MOTOR & TRAILER Chrysler Tri-hull Bow Rider w/60HP Evenrude motor Galvanized trailer Set up for fishing or pleasure

$1200.00 extras call for details 508-949-1320

OUTBOARD MOTOR 1976, 7 hp Eska Runs mint

$300 OBO 860 576-5462

260 COLLECTIBLES

HORSE LOVERS Breyer Horse & Animal Models Over 200! Great Prices!

Charlton Flea Market in first building on Sundays

mint condition

Michelle 508-434-0114

$300 OBO 860 576-5462

Precious Moments Collection

14’ ft. ALUMINUM BOAT $750 OBO 860-576-5462

and stands 28 pieces

$600.00 Firm 508-867-2887

265 FUEL/WOOD Central Boiler E-Classic

16 Ft. Tracker

HUGE YARD SALE

860-974-1276

YARD SALE

Klein Full-length Black Wool Coat 2X $50.00

~Antiques~

75 4 Stroke Honda Fish Finder Life Jackets, Auto Bilge Bimini Boat Motor, Trailer Excellent Never in Salt Water Can Be Driven $8,700

Saturday, October 12th 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. 277 Church Street Whitinsville Advanced Auto Parts parking lot

100 GENERAL

Both for $500.00

Includes Stool and User Reference Guide

NORTHBRIDGE 2014 OP-GRAD YARD SALE

17” Pacific Floor Machine $275.00

FRA 064VU1 6000 BTU

1989 Chevy S10 4x4 with Fisher Quick Switch Plow $2,000 or best offer

181 Dennison Hill Rd, Southbridge, MA Saturday & Sunday Oct 12th-13th 9am - 2pm

Stoneville Pond & Leicester St Area

FRIEDRICH

PLOW TRUCK

sizes ranging from sm-xl, shoes sz 6 & 6.5, wool coats, & dresses, great condition! Stylish & affordable!

508-344-9555

Extra VS II Brush Unit $275.00

$449.00

18’ C.CONSOLE KEYLARGO FIBERGLAS BOAT

Von Schrader VS III Wall Cleaning Machine $325.00

STURBRIDGE, MA

$40

Red/Black Boil Wool Jacket 2X $20.00

205 BOATS

INSIDE CLOSET SALE!

135 LOST AND FOUND

Pet Training & Live-in Crate

SQ08n10 7500 BTU

all size 7 1/2

130 YARD SALES

Hoosier Cabinet Oak Round Table/chairs Oak Hutch Mahogany Secretary Desk Mahogany Hutch Pie Safe Hutch Oat Bureau 2 Drop-leaf Mahogany Tables Maple Rocker/Glider Oak Book Seat

Asking $8,500.00

Call: 508-207-0966

FRIEDRICH Kuhl Plus Series

4 pairs,

$10/pair

Ford 99 E250

Call Pete 508-864-2848 24”Lx19”Wx19”H Heavy duty 11-gauge black epoxy Like new

Columbia Hiking Boots $25.00

Black Dress Shoes

Von Schrader VS2 Dry Foam Upholstry Extractors $850.00 ea.

$800 OBO

(3) Leather Jackets 2X, 1XL $50.00/each

Lands End Zero Degree Boots $20.00

$800 OBO

Call 860-455-6222

PELLET STOVE FOR SALE

Older Pro-Form Electronic Trainer-Combination Treadmill & Workout Bench. Very heavy-Bring stong back & truck

Model 385-IC/385LH Used Once.

Bear Cat Vac-N-Chip Pro & Vac Pro

CALL 774 452-3514

New Queen PillowTop Mattress with Box Spring in Original Plastic $150

010 FOR SALE

Call: 774-452-3514

NEW H D MEZZANINE

Call 774-696-3397

010 FOR SALE

$900 or/BO

BENCH TOP $50.00

3500 sq. ft. 15 ft. high Tons of load factor Includes decking 66% off Only $34,900.00

010 FOR SALE

$45 each

Blessings Farm 50 H Foote Road Charlton 508-248-1411

508-798-2263

THIN BRICK VENEER

October 09, 2013

15 HP Johnson & Venture Trailer plus accessories.

$1850.00 In the water-come for a test ride

Cell: 203-574-0692 Brimfield

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

Call Today 508-882-0178

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OCTOBER 09, 2013

265 FUEL/WOOD

283 PETS

Firewood

Need Help Fixing Your Pet?

Green $135 128 cubic feet.

(774)696-7879

860-382-5071

SEASONED FIREWOOD $220 Cord $130 1/2 Cord –Available– Pine Firewood $100 Cord

Cut, Split, & Delivered Wood Lots Wanted

Call Paul 508-769-2351 508-987-5349

WOOD Seasoned, not split

M1 Garands, M1 Carbines, .45 Pistols, 1911/1911 A1’s TOP PRICES PAID Have all necessary federal licenses

Same Owners Transportation and additional discounts are also available. Please Call 508-637-1333 or visit us online at www.secondchanceanimals.org

Need help with your pets veterinary care? We can help at an affordable price!

New Stuff!

Reconnective Healing Animal Massage Animal Communication

As Always!

Reiki/Feng Shui Natural Foods Flower Essences Alpha Wave Music

Boarding

Indoor/Outdoor Runs Skylights Heated/Air Conditioned

Day Care

Our veterinarians can help spay/neuter and/or general medical appointments. Additional discounts available for those on financial assistance. Please call 508-637-1333 or online at www.secondchanceanimals.org

Pure Bred Puppies

Supervised Groups Daily/Weekly Rates Large Play Yards

Training

Basic - Advanced Group Or Private

New - Open Enrollment

Grooming

Baths To Full Grooms

Certifications!

275 FLEA MARKET

Laughlin Kennel

Dudley Flea Market

Call 508-987-7161

284 LOST & FOUND PETS

Experienced, Caring Staff Individualized Care Attention To Detail

Did you find your pet? Or find a home for one?

205 Federal Hill Road Oxford, MA

Antiques, Collectibles & General Open Every Saturday-Sunday 8am-4pm

COME Join US

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

Something For Everyone! Behind BP Gas At Dudley/Webster Line 2 Acres, Indoors!

www.dudleyflea.com 1-800-551-7767

GREAT FLEA MARKET

Every Saturday and Sunday year round Dealers, leave your stuff set-up in our secure facility Dealer days every Wednesday and Friday, 12-6 Ever-changing array of cool, cool stuff 800-551-7767 dudleyflea.com

Indoor Flea Market 3 Rooms Saturday, March 2 8 am-1 pm Worcester-Auburn Emblem Club at Worcester Elks 233 Mill Street Worcester FREE Admission! Snack Bar Bake Table

Bag Shavings

Please call us so that we can take your ad out of the paper...

3.2 cubic feet kiln dried, small to medium flakes, plastic bags

Town-To-Town Classifieds 508-909-4111

Found 1/8 On Worcester St In Southbridge... All black male cat

Green eyes, very lovable, not fixed, definitely a house cat.

Call: 774-287-5043

LOST CAT

Long haired, Brown Tabby Answers to “Kitty” Lost in the North West Main Street area of Douglas. Aug. 1st Microchipped (Petlink.com)

(2) Male Cats

LOST CAT SPENCER, MA

These two are brothers, both are fixed, they are 6-7 years old and are in desperate need of a home!!

Call: 774-545-0330

Last seen on Northwest Rd. Five year old Female. Calico, grey white and a little peach.

2 year Old Pitbull with papers

285 PET CARE

FAN-C-PET Mobile Grooming Salon Professional Groomer 20 Years Exp.

“We Go Right toYour Door”

508-987-2419

Female named “Calle” blue nose. Not spayed. Great for single pet environment.

Call: 774-318-8439

Looking for a wonderful loving home... 2 year Old Pitbull with papers

Female named “Calle” blue nose. Not spayed. Great for single pet environment.

Call: 774-318-8439 283 PETS

Powder-Puff Puppy Toy Size Long Haired Coat Hypo-Allergenic Breed. wonderful temperment

$800.00 For More Information 401-397-6499

$4.75 each

Rock Valley Farm W. Brookfield 508 867-2508

298 WANTED TO BUY

Going... Going... Gone to the Dogs

Training and behavior management in your home. Positive methods used. Certified Pet Dog trainer and member APDT

Call Renelle at 508-892-1850 email: [email protected]

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

298 WANTED TO BUY

Wanted To Buy By Collector Old comic books1940’s & up, Beatles memorabilia1960’s and up. Famous Monster Magazines, Godzilla, Frankestien and monster items, Old toys and advertising items

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 $ BUY & SELL $ ALL GOLD & SILVER ITEMS Specializing in NUMISMATIC COINS, gold & silver of any form! Qualified with over 30 years experience & a following of many satisfied customers. We also sell a nice selection of fine jewelry, antiques & collectibles. Bring in your items & see what they’re worth. You won’t leave disappointed. Honesty and fairness are our best policies!

Lee’s Coins & Jewelry 239 West Main Street East Brookfield (Route 9 - Panda Garden Plaza) 508-637-1236 508-341-6355 (cell)

$$$ Make Money Selling Your Unwanted Stuff!!! Quality Dealers Wanted Best Deal Around. Clean, Indoor Flea Market Every Sat-Sun, 8am-4pm Route 12 Dudley (Behind BP)

www.dudleyflea.com

1-800-551-7767 See You There!

WANTED Mopeds and Scooters Any Condition

Call Travis 774 242-9227

310 GENERAL HELP WANTED

Foster Parents Wanted Seeking Quality Homes Throughout Central MA To Provide Foster Care To Children In Need. 24/7 Support. Generous Reimbursement.

$1000 Sign-On Bonus Call For Details

Call: 860-779-2469

WANTED VERY USED Kitchen Cabinets The older the better. We are a kitchen refacing company and we use these cabinets at home shows for “BEFORE & AFTER”

Call between 9 & 5 M-F or leave message KITCHEN OPTIONS of NEW ENGLAND 508-987-3384 or 860-749-6998 www.mykitchenoptions.com

WAR RELICS &

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

Devereux Therapeutic Foster Care 508-829-6769

HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT OPERATOR Brookfield Highway Department seeks an additional operator to join our team

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

300 HELP WANTED

310 GENERAL HELP WANTED

************ Seeking a technician for water treatment in Southbridge, MA. view the full ad and apply online at

http://tinyurl.com/vwna36324

************ 7D DRIVER

The Guild of St. Agnes is currently seeking a van driver for our children in Webster. This is a split shift and full time, 30 hours per week with benefits. This is a special license that allows you to drive children in a van. A great driving record and a love of children is required. Special consideration will be given to those who have CPR and First Aid. For more information, contact Sharon at [email protected] EOE

Answer the call Seasonal Drivers Needed! Do you love to be outside and have experience driving a commercial vehicle? If so, this is your chance to work in a dynamic environment and make extra cash. Kelly Services® is hiring temporary drivers for FedEx Ground®, a small-package ground delivery company serving business and residential customers across North America. You could be hired immediately if you meet these requirements: • 21 years or older • Strong customer service skills • Minimum of six months commercial driving experience within the last three years • One year commercial driving experience preferred though CDL not required As a Kelly® employee, you’ll receive weekly electronic pay, a service bonus plan, benefit options, and more. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to drive with an industry-leading company. Inquire Now! Get started today by calling 866-380-3503 Rate of pay $13/hour

An Equal Opportunity Employer

REPORTER WANTED The stroke of the pen. The feeling of fresh newsprint in your hands. The satisfaction of snapping a clear, crisp photograph, creating a memory that will last forever. The fun of meeting new people on a daily basis. Your words on the page, reporting the goings on in the area. If all these things sound appealing to you, you just might want to be a journalist. If so, The Blackstone Valley Tribune may be your opportunity. We are looking for a hard-working, flexible reporter to cover the towns of Douglas, Northbridge and Uxbridge. Your job would include writing features, news and profiles, photography, information gathering and networking. You will be the face of the towns you cover! Candidates must be able to work nights and weekends and meet weekly deadlines. Residence in the area is preferred, but not required. The position is full-time with an hourly rate, paid mileage, paid vacation, company laptop and camera, etc.

Requirements include: CDL, class B license or Hoisting Engineer’s license. Either/or with ability to obtain other license within 6 months. High School diploma or equivalent, 3 yrs. experience in related field, must pass drug & alcohol screening, moderate to strenuous physical effort. Mechanical ability needed

Send your résumé and cover letter to Editor Adam Minor at [email protected], or mail to Stonebridge Press, P.O. Box 90, Southbridge, MA 01550.

Pay rate $14.57/hr 40 hour week Applications may be obtained at the Brookfield Highway Garage, 56 Mill St. Brookfield, MA 01506 Monday-Friday 7 AM - 3 PM or on the website: www.brookfieldma.us Applications will be accepted until October 30, 2013

Over 30 Years Experience.

$ aaa

Please call 508-885-1088

Vicki Kelley

Looking for a wonderful loving home...

starwoodpetresort.com

LET US KNOW!!!

540-760-9830

William is solid white with one green and one blue eye. Jack is black and white.

508-987-0077

286 LIVESTOCK

281 FREE PETS Currently Homeless Due to Eviction

Call Wally At 508-234-5860

Tom & Camila

PCSA Levels I & II CPR Certified Reiki Master Lighterian Reiki VII Reconnective Healing II ICNDF Certified Trainer

$100 OBO Pickup only 860 576-5462

298 WANTED TO BUY

Collector looking WWII US Firearms

All surgeries performed by liscenced vets at our wellness center.

Cut, Split & Delivered 508-269-2593

SEASONED FIREWOOD

298 WANTED TO BUY

FIREARMS WANTED:

We can help at an affordable price!!!

SEASONED FIREWOOD $190 per cord Call Rick LaFleche

285 PET CARE


Maids Wanted

We have permanent part-time positions available. Qualifications are; your own vehicle, cleaning experience a plus but not mandatory, personable, organized and punctual. Hours estimated 15-25/week. Must be able to start at 8:45AM Perfect mothers hours. All qualified employees start at $10.00/hour. Raise to $11.00/hour after first 90 days, advancement possible. We do withhold taxes. Looking for applicants residing in the towns of: Brookfield, East Brookfield, Charlton & Oxford Call Tammie

508-347-3275 or send resume to

TLCHomeCleaning@ Verizon.net

OIL DELIVERY DRIVER "B" License Required "A" License Desirable

508-764-3178 7am to 5pm

TEMPORARY WINTER POSITION DECEMBER TO APRIL

Seasonal employment is available with the Town of Southbridge, Public Works Department from December 2013 to April 2014 This is an on-call position to supplement snowplowing operations. Pay rate $15.45/hour This position requires a valid MA Driver’s License, CDL/Class B preferred, the ability to follow written and verbal instructions and good physical health Position subject to CDL Drug/Alcohol Testing Policy Applicants must be at least 19 years old Application review process will begin on Tuesday, October 15, 2013, open until all positions filled Applications can be picked up at the Town Manager’s Office Town Hall 41 Elm Street The Town of Southbridge is an equal opportunity employer

311 PART-TIME HELP WANTED

PART-TIME DRIVERS WANTED New Transportation Service in Blackstone Valley Area (Northbridge/Grafton/ Millbury) Apply at: SCM ELDERBUS 124 Southbridge Road Charlton, MA or send resumes to: [email protected] DOT pre-employment drug test and random drug/ alcohol testing

311 PART-TIME HELP WANTED

Central Mass Transportation Management Services, Inc. Northbridge Van Drivers Part Time 20 Hours per week $13.77 per hour Central Mass Transportation Management Services. Inc. is looking to fill some driving positions in Northbridge. The successful candidates will have a good working knowledge of the streets located in and around Northbridge, Millbury, Grafton, and Whitinsville. Drivers will be responsible for driving in and around these areas, picking up passengers and collecting fares. Successful candidates must pass a physical, drug screen, have a clean criminal record check a good driving record, and a MA License for minimum of 3 years.

325 PROFESSIONAL

402 GENERAL SERVICES

Trailer Truck Drivers Wanted

Metal Pickup

Class A CDL With

Hazmat Based In North Brookfield. Please Call 508-867-3235 400 SERVICES

402 GENERAL SERVICES

All Cleanouts Cleanups Haul-Away

E.E.O.E/A.A.

Basements Attics Apartments Garages Yards Rental Property Estate Cleanouts Small Building Demolition

319 HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS

We Do It!

A DTE physical, drug screen and CORI check will be given. Applications accepted from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm Mon. - Fri. at Central Mass Transportation Management Services, Inc 287 Grove Street, Worcester, MA 01605 or resumes can be emailed to: [email protected]

NOW HIRING

CERTIFIED HOME HEALTH AIDES/CNA’S FOR A BUSY HOME CARE AGENCY.

PLEASE CALL 508-347-0037 FOR MORE DETAILS IMMEDIATE OPENINGS: 3-11 & 11-7.

320 MEDICAL/DENTAL

VETERINARY RECEPTIONIST

Part-time. Mid afternoons and evenings. Every other Saturday morning to early afternoon. Computer experience needed. Veterinary or medical experience preferred. Apply in person,

Sturbridge Veterinary Hospital 6 Cedar St., Sturbridge

325 PROFESSIONAL

Americare At Home CHHAs & Homemakers needed for Sturbridge, Charlton, Southbridge and surrounding areas. Reliable transportation required.

Call Judi Thomas Americare At Home 508-421-6800

Better Than A Dumpster

508-867-2564 413-262-5082 442 LICENSED DAY CARE

*************** 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.

448 FURNITURE

FURNITURE Bedroom 1 Solid Brass Bed

w/2 white laminate bureaus/matching mirrors

$1000.00

Bedroom 2 Oak

ARMY OF 1 Water Filtration

$1000.00

ARMY OF 1 will treat all water problems!! New Installations Servicing all equipment Well tank and pump service

James Morse North Brookfield, MA 774-200-0225

Dining Room Custom-Made Racetrack Glass Top Table 6 chairs, buffet $1200.00

Living Room

Drexel beige leather, 2 chairs, loveseat, couch Living Room 3-piece sectional, brick color $1200.00

[email protected]

Must be Seen 508 278-7659

454 HOME IMPROVEMENT

Call The Junk Man $1

Trees Cut Brush/Limbs Removed WE NOW TAKE YOUR AUTOS FOR CASH! Removal of Metal, Appliances, Furniture, TV’s. Construction Materials. Cellars/Attics Cleaned. Small Building Demolition, Tires. Leaves Removed. Residential Moves. Furnaces Removed

Dave

for an interview today!

AUTOS TRUCKS Or TRACTORS

Armoire, Bureau/matching mirror, cylinder waterbed, w/matching headboard

HAIRSTYLISTS

508-754-8839 (Ext. 39)

WE PAY YOU Top Dollar For Your

774-329-3386 774-272-5500

Weekends also!

for busy salon locations Contact Melissa at

A/C, Refrigerators, Washers, Small Trailers, Batteries.

FREE Estimates!

ROB ROY HAIR SALONS are seeking highly-motivated

FREE

PAINTING

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

Rich O’Brien Painting 28 Years Of Experience

508-248-7314

Central Mass and Connecticut

508-867-2564 413-262-5082

Town-to-Town own-to-Town Classifieds 1-800-536-5836 508-765-6940


October 09, 2013

454 HOME IMPROVEMENT

505 APARTMENTS FOR RENT




$Aerial Tree & Site$ $Development$

Brookfield

DUDLEY

Southbridge 2 Bedroom

SPENCER AVAILABLE DEC.1ST

Seasoned Firewood $190 per cord

First Floor, One bedroom apartment Great Location Porches, Large Yard, Appliances included Easy access to Route 9

Tree landscape & excavation specialist

$625 plus utilities first/last

Septic systems repaired and installed

For More Information Please Call: 774-232-7761

Retaining walls Landscape installation, etc.

Call Rick LaFleche 860-382-5071 We also buy heavy scrap iron, trucks, farm equipment etc.

481 POOLS/SPAS 18 FT. ABOVE GROUND POOL

Used only one season! Moving must sell. Everything included

$1000.00 Or Best Offer Call 508-796-5192 Leave Message

500 REAL ESTATE

501 REAL ESTATE WANTED

Brookside Terrace --------SPECIAL! 1 MONTHS FREE RENT WITH MOVE-IN BY November 1st Heat/Hot Water Included!

----------------------Affordable 1, 2 and 3 Bedroom Apartments For Rent. Spacious, Fully Applianced.

Starting at $698 • A/C In Every Unit • Pool • Basketball Court • Playground • On-Site Laundry INCOME LIMITS APPLY

Very Clean 1 Bedroom Efficiency Apartment Stove, Refrigerator, Rubbish Off-Street Parking.

$575/Month First & Last Beautiful, Clean Two-Bedroom, 2nd floor Stove, Refrigerator, Rubbish Off-Street Parking

$750/Month First & Last

Call: 508-943-2670

For Rent: Webster 1 BR Apt. Large rms, 2nd fl, recently updated, quiet building, stove & frig included, no pets.

$500 mo. First & last required. Call 508-943-3112.

HILLSIDE MEADOWS N. Brookfield, MA Elderly Subsidized Housing short wait list 1 bdrm apts For qualified applicants with incomes at or below 1 person $17,600 2 persons $20,100 utilities incld, non-smoking

CALL EASTPOINT PROPERTIES 603-262-3809 This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer

Lakeside Apartments On Beautiful Cedar Lake

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

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 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

Section 8 Welcome Office Open From: Monday-Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm Saturday 10:00am to 4:00pm Evening Appointments Available

Brookside Terrace 11 Village Drive Southbridge,MA 01550

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

Southbridge

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

Call (508)765-0501

DOUGLAS 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Prices start at $845/month. Includes heat, hot water, A/C, pool, fitness center & children’s program. Off street parking. Call (508)476-3777

Dudley

Wanted 2 Bedroom Apartment on first floor No Stairs Please Washer/Dryer hook-ups

Area: Southbridge, Sturbridge, Charlton, Dudley, Worcester, Oxford or Webster.

Dresser Hill Apartments

2 Bedroom In Country Setting. Stove And Refrigerator Included, Laundry Facility, Off-Street Parking. No Pets.

On Recap Solution Approved

First And Security Deposit Required

508-909-6665

$750 Monthly


Call: (508)397-0212

2-BEDROOM APARTMENT, COMPLETELY REDONE 114 Pine St, 3rd floor Southbridge, MA Sec 8 welcome Off-street parking

$775/month

Call John (508) 868-6865

Charlton

Northbridge (Linwood) Clean 3 Room Apartment 1 bedroom Includes Heat, Hot water, Refrigerator & Stove Off street parking NO PETS, NO SMOKING

$750/Month

Two Bedroom Apartment. Off-Street Parking. Nice Yard, Coin-Op Laundry. No Pets. $800/Month Plus Electricity

508-335-0249

Plus Utilities

Plus Security Deposit Avialable Nov.1st

508-473-4576 508-234-2025

AVAILABLE SOON! 3 room apartment, 1 bedroom. Kitchen applianced. utilities not included. $710/Month first-last-security Available Soon Studio apartment, furnished, utilities not included. $600/Month 1/4 Mile To I-84 And MA Pike No Pets References A Must

Call (508)347-9623 9am-6pm

Leicester Furnished 3rd floor apartment 1 bedroom, Washer/Dryer Off-Street parking NO SMOKING NO PETS

First/Last $795.00 + Elec. 508-892-8242

NORTH BROOKFIELD 27 Grove Street 4 rooms, 3rd floor Updated $575/monthly 24 Spring Street 3 large rooms, 2nd floor Like new $600/monthly Both have W/D hook-ups, off-street parking, large yards No pets Smokers outside References and security required

508-867-7404

North Brookfield

2 bedroom apartment. Heat/hot water included. Hardwood floors, stove, refrigerator, trash pickup, elevator, secure entry, on-site laundry, A/C, parking. Non-smoking, no pets.

$875/Month 508-867-4277 Duncan Block Apartments

North Brookfield Cozy 2 bedroom apartment

$650/Month Please Call: 508-868-7184

Townhouse Style Apt Recently remodeled granite countertops NO PETS Available immediately

3 bedroom duplex house apt. Large private yard , appliances washer dryer

first/last $950 month credit check.

$725.00 First/last/security

774-221-3124

774-276-1974

Southbridge

Sturbridge

330 Charlton St

1738 House

1st Floor-with gas

Studio Apartment

$850/mo

3rd Floor with Electric

$550/mo

$675/Month One Bedroom Apartment $900/Month

Available October 1st 508-509-0503

All Appliances. Free Electric, Heat, Hot Water. Off-Street Parking

SOUTHBRIDGE

508-347-1101

STOREFRONT 600 sq.ft. $550 Heat/hot water included

First/Last/Security, References $20 Application Fee

STURBRIDGE

5 Room, 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath Sunroom Includes Heat/Hot water & Electric 2 Car Parking

2 Bedroom 5 Room Apartment

Neat and Clean, Excellent Location Off Street Parking Washer Dryer Hookup Affordable

Call for details 508 943-7436 or 508 612-6192

WEBSTER Hartley Terrace Must Income Qualify Section 8 Certificate Needed

2 Bedroom $739-$802

Heat & Hot Water Included.

Southbridge

Modern Kitchens Wall-To-Wall Carpet Spacious Closets On-Site Laundry Easy Highway Access

35 Chapin Street

2 family/2 bedroom Apartment Completely Renovated

SOUTHBRIDGE CENTRAL STREET 2-bedroom, 2nd floor Stove, refrigerator and hot water Washer & Dryer on premises Off-street parking No pets 1st, last and security $695

For More Information Call 508-943-9567 EHO

West Brookfield Brookhaven Lake First floor, 1 bedroom apartment with appliances.

First/Last/Security $650/month Call: 508-867-7846

510 COMMERCIAL/BUSINESS

508-829-5853

600 SQ.FT. OFFICE $750 A MONTH INCLUDES HEAT/ELECTRIC

$700.00 per month

All apartments have W/D hookups. first, last and security. Utilities not included.

Spencer

Located 1200 ft from state beach on lease land in private area. Open May to mid October. Newly renovated most contents included photos available

in Southbridge/ Sturbridge/Charlton/ Dudley area 1st floor -- no steps or 1 step Washer/dryer hookup On Section 8 Please call

MILLBURY

–FOR SALE– WESTBORO

MEDICAL OFFICE BLDG FOR SALE 1300 SQ.FT. $495,000

(508)735-4335

508-885-6489 508-885-4278

Double Cemetery Lot

In All Faith Swedish Cemetery, Worcester, MA. Lot #119 Section I

$1,400 Call: 508-867-8350

PINE GROVE CEMETERY Whitinsville, MA 2 plots for sale Yew Ave. section

Asking $2400.00 Valued at $3000.00

508-849-7939 WORCESTER COUNTY MEMORIAL PARK Paxton, MA 2-grave-plot Section Heritage 1 Asking $3,250 Call 413-245-4340 Email: [email protected]

Worcester County Memorial Park Paxton, MA

$30,000.00 Meadowside of Woodstock, CT

is a cooperative seasonal campground offering 100 owner owned sites, a lagre pool, fishing pond, mini golf course, laundry, sm. rec room, and pavilion. Season runs from April 15-October 15. Weekly pump out is included in annual fee which runs from $990.00 to $1320.00 per season depending on when you pay your assessment. This Unit#58 has a wonderful site placement with a back yard to house car and shed with rock garden and front yard for nice lawn, small fish pond and more flowers. Roof over (20x36) an 8 x38 trailer with two slide outs, screened porch (8x29) and front deck (8x16) all built in 1997. Unit has been completely redecorated to include ceiling fans, carpeting, flooring and paint, has lots of storage and comes completely furnished. 25 Rte 197 See Craigs List for more pictures

Call Lorraine 508-789-8188

LOOKING FOR APARTMENT

WORCESTER COUNTY MEMORIAL PARK

Elderly Woman on oxygen looking for 1 or 2 bedroom first floor apartment in decent neighborhood with heat/hot water, washer/dryer hookups in the Southbridge/Sturbridge area Have indoor neutered cat and many references

508-344-0072

NEEDED: looking for a room to live in around the Brooklyn to Woodstock, CT area for a 63 yr old man. Also needed: a barn or garage area for storage

860 230-7438

546 CEMETERY LOTS

2 CEMETERY PLOTS in Garden of Valor I Worcester County Memorial Park, Paxton, MA

(Garden of the Cross section)

Paxton, MA Sold for $4,850 Asking $3800

203-315-9291

667B Graves 1 and 2 in Garden of Heritage 2 Value $6500 Asking $4200

2 plots in Good Shepherd Plot #97 $2,500.00 Will pay transfer fee

508-867-3729 WORCESTER COUNTY MEMORIAL PARKS Two grave plots: Valor I {#291 unit A, graves 1 and 2} Current value $8200.00 Offered: $5,850.00 508-499-7957 [email protected]

Worcester County Memorial Park

772-233-1555

WORCESTER COUNTY MEMORIAL PARK

WELLS, MAINE Village By the Sea

Paxton, MA Garden of Gospels 1 plot (#85) with 2 grave sites $4,000.00

774-200-1194

550 MOBILE HOMES

Brookfield Nanatomqua Mobile Home Park (55+) Mobile Home For Sale. Two Bedroom, 1.5 Bath. Large Kitchen & Living Room. Screen Porch & Carport. Park Rent $120/Month Includes Taxes, Water, Sewerage, Trash and Road Maintenance CALL FOR PRICE

774-262-7307

575 VACATION RENTALS

CEMETERY PLOTS

CAPE COD TIME SHARE FOR SALE

Any questions please call me at

Garden of Gospels 1 Plot #150 2 grave sites

Joyce B. O’Connor

Asking $2800

Joyce B. O’Connor Real Estate

386-576-6663

508-347-3145

Leave message

Rte.25 197, Woodstock, CT Unit #5

$4200 508-943-0671

Call Mike 774-200-6164 or pinegrovecemetery [email protected]

Worcester County Memorial Park Paxton, MA

Seasonal campsite Meadowside of Woodstock, Own your own lot. Trailer with add-ons which contain large family room, two bedrooms, dining room, screened porch, vinyl siding, large shed, outdoor fire pit, mostly furnished. Park ammenities: large swimming pool, rec hall. pavilion, mini golf, bocci, horseshoes, fish pond, playground-low yearly maintenance fees.

Paxton, MA Faith/Crypts Lot 84C #1 Space

Edgewater Beach Resort 95 Chase Avenue Dennisport, MA 02639 Across the street from the water Studio (Unit 706) Fixed week 33 (August) Deeded rights

508-865-1188

GREAT SUMMER RETREAT

508-909-6665

Pine Grove Cemetery Spencer MA Single Lot $650 Double $1300

1250 SQ.FT. RETAIL @ $12.00 A SQ.FT.

Valued at $7600

Asking $4000

RV in Co-op Park $30,000 Woodstock, CT

OXFORD

WHITINSVILLE

Worcester County Memorial Park Valor II Section Graves 1 & 2

Call 508-864-3008

Cemetary Lots Available

1500 SQ.FT. WAREHOUSE WITH 400 SQ.FT. OFFICE $1500 A MONTH

575 VACATION RENTALS

PLOT FOR SALE

700 SQ.FT. RETAIL/OFFICE $750 A MONTH

Call 508-885-9720

Attractive One orTwoBedroom Apartment, Appliances, W/D Hookup Available Modern, Bright, Quiet Country Setting. Directly Off Route 9. Visit Our Website www.spencercondos.com

315 sq ft Cottage in Narragansett, RI

4 PLOTS AVAILABLE IN WORCESTER COUNTY MEMORIAL PARK

SUTTON

$700.00 per month

For Sale

AUBURN

First/Last/Security

$1300.00 per month

Large 2 bedrooms with off street parking one on first floor and one on second floor starting at

530 HOUSES FOR SALE

Call 610-787-0068

3 bedroom/2 bath Cape Style Home 1-car garage

Large 1 Bedroom, with one car garage

$1100.00 per month 508-277-2330

FOR LEASE MEDICAL BLDG. 1500 SQ.FT. GREAT LOCATION: $2500 INCLUDES ALL STRIP MALL 1800 SQ.FT. RETAIL @$14.00.

SPENCER

West Brookfield

3 bedroom Ranch style home Located in the center of town 1 Bath, Appliances included

LOOKING FOR 2-BEDROOM APARTMENT

774-200-8038

Call for more info (508)765-7074

508-729-0910

1 Bedroom & 2 Bedroom Apartments

Call: 508-769-2500

Plus utilities Hotwater Included Off Street Parking Appliances Included

$1500/Month 1st/Last/Security References

535 HOUSING WANTED

References and Income Verification Required

$800.00 Month

2 to 3 Bedrooms, 2 bath

Webster

$770/Month Plus Utilities

2 bedroom, 3rd floor Off-street parking $500/month plus utilities 1st and security

CEMETERY PLOTS

774-272-5500

Modern, Updated Washer/dryer hookup Nice Area

SOUTHBRIDGE

546 CEMETERY LOTS

House For Rent Southbridge

$48,000 [email protected] or call 860-928-6103

508-765-5542

Southbridge

525 HOUSES FOR RENT

Price Reduction $795 AUGUST 17-24 2 bedroom/2 bath condo. Pool complex, w/jacuzzi, exercise room, outdoor pool, in-unit laundry, A/C, cable. Fall dates available CALL FOR DAILY RATES

(508)429-7568

576 VACATION RESOURCES

TIME SHARE Velas Vallarta Puerto Vallarta

2-Weeks Studio Apartment Pay Maintenence Fee

$1200.00 For more info call 508-885-2661

Town-to-Town own-to-Town Classifieds 1-800-536-5836 508-765-6940

CHECK US OUT! Look in the classifieds first when you’re in the market for a car, a home, a job, a pet or almost anything! What you need, when you need _ it every day in the classifieds!

To place your ad today, or for more information, Call

1-800-536-5836

OCTOBER 09, 2013

725 AUTOMOBILES 700 AUTOMOTIVE

2000 ARE 6 1/2 Ft. Cap.

705 AUTO ACCESSORIES

Grey/Mint condition! Fits GM pickups

4 WINTER TIRES 205/60R16 Mounted on rims Fits Honda Accords

‘97 F250 4x4 ext. cab, 3dr. Great winter vehicle runs good. Many new parts 2-new rear tires. Some repairs/parts

Rebuilt C6 Transmission with Transfer Case $200

$1,200/OBO For more info 1-508-523-9831

2002 Chevy Impala

1987 GMC Parts Nice chrome front bumper, heater core, misc.

Runs good, but needs some TLC Silver 120,000 miles

Asking $2500 Call 508 278-6304 2004 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE

Chevy 283 & 327 crankshafts Call: 508-892-8481

1965 MUSTANG FASTBACK

347 Stroker Engine Paxton Supercharger 5-Speed Transmission 9 inch Locker Front Disk Brakes Red Exterior/Black Interior

$23,000 508-867-7642 For sale

1986 CORVETTE 350-AUTOMATIC

Torrid red with black leather interior, 5.7L LS1 V8, automatic transmission, 73,000 miles.

508-764-7193

Asking $10,900 Call: 508-949-1816

725 AUTOMOBILES

2010 PONTIAC VIBE

1997 MERCURY SABLE

(Toyota Matrix) 4-door, 5-speed, FWD, Silver, 35 MPG, 99K Excellent condition $8,495.00 or BO

4 door, tan 132,000 miles 300V6 Runs excellent 4 new tires, battery $1,200 or best offer Call 508-713-3066 or 508-779-0194

508-208-6042

AWD 2003 BUICK RENDEZVOUS

2001 DODGE 2500

Mileage: 87,407 Loaded, all electric, heated leather seats/mirrors, cruze, parkaid, moonroof, 3-row seating, rear liftgate One owner Very good condition

4-wheel drive w/plow 138,000 miles Needs transmission work

$3500

2005 LOTUS ELISE

Sport and Touring Packages Arctic Silver metallic paint with black leather interior Star Shield paint protection 11,000 miles Dealer maintained $35,000

732 SPORTS UTILITY

Asking $6,000 774-262-9409

860-377-5742

Call 508-713-3066 or 508-779-0194

740 MOTORCYCLES

1996 HARLEY DAVIDSON 883 SPORTSTER Low miles $4,000 774-402-4624

1998 Yamaha VStar 650

Motorcycle for sale

2001 HARLEY DAVIDSON NIGHT TRAIN 1450

Less than 20,000 miles Selling because bought new bike $10,000 firm

1968-82

(3 cylinder prefered) Any Condition

CAll JOE (978)760-5042 or (508)481-3397

Michigan Backhoe Payloader Diesel, Runs Good $9997 Chevy Box Truck UPS-Style $3500 John Deere Skidloader Needs Motor Work

Asking $58,000.00 Serious buyers call

$12,000 OBO 508-400-2073

$5,200 OBO

750 CAMPERS/TRAILERS

Call: 908-242-2016

1989 PROWLER LYNX 19 FT. CAMPER

31 ft. Class “C” Itasca Impulse

508-320-2944

600CC, Royal Blue, VERY LOW MILES, Very Clean, Slider Guards.

$2500

2002 Honda CBR 954

black and red in great condition only 11,637 miles. Is completely ready to ride Tons of cosmetic upgrades

508-764-6250

Priced to sell immediately at $4,500 508-688-5907

2007 SUZUKI BURGMAN 400 SCOOTER Like new Less than 3K miles $4,000

Call 508-335-2747

745 RECREATIONAL VEHICLES

1997 35’ Holiday Vacationer

Chevy 454 engine, 58,000 miles, (6) Michelin tires, queen bed, (2) TVs, Onan 7.0 generator, backup camera, (2) new batteries, hydraulic leveling jacks, many extras, excellent condition.

$18,000 Call: 508-892-4102

2001 ITASCA SUNDANCER MOTOR HOME

2000 WINNEBAGO JOURNEY 34B

Jadestone/White, Cummins 275HP Diesel Pusher, Allison 5-spd Trans, tow package Sleeps 5 Retractable Slide, auto leveling, full kitchen, bath, queen bedroom, Corion tops, wash/dry hook-up, 10-gal. hot water tank Central air/heat, oak wood/rug floor, elec. fireplace, satellite system, beautiful oak cabinets, 2 TVs, VCR, back-up camera, solar panel Many extras...must see $38,000

860-779-9868

30 ft. with slideout Sleeps 7 Ford F450, low mileage Good condition

65,000 miles With hitch 22 ft. 5th wheel Wilderness w/extras Great condition

Call 508-892-3612

508-987-3796 or 508-612-2623

28 feet, queen bed, 2 bunks, convection oven, double sink, counter top stove, full frig, stand up shower, great condition. Plenty of storage.

Call 508-887-2190

Excellent Condition Garaged during off seasons One Owner Used only 4 weeks a year Sleeps 6, 3 burner gas stove, small gas/electric refrigerator

$3995 508-885-7680

2007 8317SS Rockwood Trailer Pristine condition 11,500 and/or largest lot double size QCC Brimfield packaged or separate

Make an offer! Call 508-892-8027 or email [email protected]

LAKESIDE RV RESORT

Own RV lot for less than renting Developers final phase All Lots 50% off Camp, Canoe, Fish, Pool, Activity Center

PARKMODEL with LOFT

$12,000 for both

for appointment to view

2005 Palomino Pop-Up Camping Trailer

508 989-8165

2002 FORD XLT

2003 ULTRA LITE TRAVEL TRAILER $7,000

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

Uxbridge MA

Clean and good condition Appliances in good working order Dual wheels with 2-year-old tires Includes trailer hitch Many extras

860-753-2096

WANTED Kawasaki Motorcycles

765 HEAVY EQUIPMENT

1992 GMC Diesel Truck

2008 Yamaha FZ6-

$7,000 OBO

Black Low Milage

$1835.00 774-232-2999

760 VANS/TRUCKS

2005 JAYCO JAYFLIGHT 29 FBS CAMPER

11.5 ft. slideout queen bed Owners are non-smokers/ have no pets Only 14,136 miles Many extrass

or email: [email protected]

2000 Jeep Cherokee Sport

2007 MOTORHOME

750 CAMPERS/TRAILERS

Bunkhouse in rear, Queen bed in front. Table and couch fold out into double beds. Excellent condition. Full slide-out. Stove, micro, stand-up separate shower, cable, awning, surround sound, etc.

508-847-5274

2004 FORD E250

2004 Pontiac GTO

2 Motorcycles For Sale 2007 Roadstar Warrior-

Metallic Gray, VERY LOW MILES, Samson Ground Pounders, Very Clean.

$3300.00

508-797-2206

79K original miles Removable top, black with tan interior New wheels $7,900 or B.O.

$7,000 Nice interior, runs great Many new parts, top, engine, suspension, brakes, etc.

508-769-3262

Customized Handicapped Van Power Ramp, TV w/DVD. Power windows, mirrors, and seats. New tires, brakes and shocks. Totally customized interior. MUCH MORE! 34,000 miles Excellent condition,

745 RECREATIONAL VEHICLES

1980 MGB

4/door, white 4.0-liter/6 cyl 4-wheel drive Excellent condition 139,000 miles Runs excellent New tires, Automatic, Power windows, (Was in Florida for a time)

White with tan top Runs excellent Many new items $4800.00 or best offer

720 CLASSICS

740 MOTORCYCLES

508-987-1228

$1,200

508-885-5639

730 AUTOMOBILES


and full length addition Furnished 12x16 with Washer/dryer Campground season Apr. 15-Oct 15

941-567-8719 or 941-592-5318

2000 F150 Ford 4x4 115K Extended Cab 4 Door Fair Condition Has Rust

$1800 or best offer 508-892-4800

2000 TOWN AND COUNTRY MINIVAN

No rust, awesome shape in and out All wheel drive, leather, every option New headlights, brakes, water pump $3600 or best offer

508-847-3281

2004 NISSAN TITAN

Crew Cab w/Off-Road and Tow Package. One owner Truck runs like new Never off-road or plowed All service records Flowmaster exhausts Deep water blue 211K highway miles $6995.00 or b/o

508-208-6042

Let’s Talk, Make An Offer! Call (508)347-7300

767 VEHICLES WANTED

ANTIQUE AUTO PARTS NEEDED

1937-1960 Car and truck sheet metal trim and exterior parts only No mechanical parts whatsoever Also 1949-1951 Mercury trim and sheet metal

978-760-3453

Vehicle Needed!! If anyone has a car that runs and can get a sticker and they want to donate it to an old man that needs a car to get to the stores. Let him know he may be willing to give you something for the car.

Here is his number!! Call: 508-764-0594

We Buy Junk Cars

3/4 ton CHEVY SILVERADO 4-wheel drive, 1986 Selling for parts

$600 Firm Call Mike 508 832-2566 Please leave message

Call Us At: 774-230-8586 $$$

760 VANS/TRUCKS

2002 White Chevy Van Express 2500 Best Offer Call: 774-482-0408

FOOD New York Restaurateur and Chef Gets Kids Cooking BY MARCUS SAMUELSSON FOR NEWSUSA

Some of my earliest memories are of being in the kitchen with my grandma. While listening to her stories, I didn’t even realize I was learning. I started to make connections between feeling good and eating well and have found incredible joy in the kitchen ever since. I believe time spent in the kitchen together helps children develop healthy habits, and families create deep bonds. Which is why I’m excited to be a part of the Uncle Ben’s Ben’s Beginners Cooking Contest, which encourages parents to cook with their children and help establish healthy eating habits from a young age. Ben’s Beginners is inviting parents with children in grades K-8 to submit home videos of their family preparing a ricebased dish and discussing their

experience of cooking together for the chance to win $15,000 cash, a $30,000 cafeteria makeover for their child’s school and more. Families can enter the contest and sign the Cooking Together pledge through October 6, 2013 at www.unclebens.com. Nearly every day, in my restaurants and in my home, I am reminded of the unique power of good food to bring people together. Join me in teaching the next generation to respect what we put in our bodies and celebrating healthy food together! Fully Loaded Summer Spiced Rice

2 tablespoons olive oil 1 clove garlic, chopped 1/2 cup fresh corn cut from the cob 1/2 teaspoon coriander 1/2 teaspoon paprika

Uncle Ben’s Rice 2 chopped tomatoes 1 scallion chopped 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro 1/2 avocado diced Juice from 1 lemon Canned coconut milk 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic, corn, coriander, paprika and rice, toasting for about 3 minutes. Replace half of the water recommended by the Uncle Ben’s packaging with canned coconut milk, and add both to the skillet, and let simmer for 5 minutes. Turn off the heat and let it sit. Fold in the tomato, cilantro, scallion, avocado and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper, and serve with grilled shrimp or chicken. Marcus Samuelsson is an Ethiopian born, Swedish-raised chef, a bestselling author and has appeared on Top Chef, Iron Chef America, The Next Iron Chef and Chopped

The Secret About Tuna: Why Dietitians Love It NewsUSA

Do you know how good omega-3 fatty acids are for you? Among other benefits, omega-3s help reduce the risk of heart disease and may support your memory as you age. The American Heart Association actually suggests people eat fish rich in omega-3s — including tuna and salmon — at least twice a week. Tuna is known as a slimming super food. It’s also full of lean protein and nutrients, such as selenium, vitamin D, niacin and B12. “The ‘slimming secret’ is its protein content,” says registered dietit-

ian Dawn Jackson Blatner, who contributes to Fitness Magazine. “Tuna is a lean protein and an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids. Protein helps you feel full, and preliminary research suggests that omega-3s may decrease the amount of fat your body stores.” Blatner recommends controlling portion sizes with StarKist’s line of single-serve tuna pouches. “A 3-ounce portion of tuna in water has less than 100 calories and provides 16 grams of protein and about 100 percent of your daily value of omega-3s,” adds Blatner.

For another way to incorporate the nutrient-rich fish into your diet, try this tuna pasta salad recipe. LEMONY PASTA SALAD Adapted for StarKist by Fitness Magazine

Preparation: 15 minutes Cook: 10 minutes Number of servings: 4 5 ounces farfalle 3 (2.6 oz) pouches StarKist Flavor Fresh Pouch Albacore White Tuna 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest,

heaping 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1/2 teaspoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 15-ounce can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved 2 cups baby arugula 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced 4 teaspoons grated Parmesan 1. Cook farfalle according to package directions. Drain, rinse under

cold water and drain again. 2. Drain tuna and transfer to a small bowl. Break into rough chunks, drizzle with 1 tablespoon oil and toss gently. 3. In a large bowl, whisk together lemon zest and juice, remaining oil, garlic, mustard, sugar, salt and pepper. 4. Add farfalle, beans, tomatoes, arugula and onion to bowl; toss well to combine. Add tuna; toss gently. Top each serving with 1 teaspoon Parmesan. Check out StarKist on Pinterest for more delicious summer recipes.


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2011 Hyundai Sonata Ltd $

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2010 Mercury Mariner Premier

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2011 Toyota Camry XLE

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Health Preparing For A Conversation About Metastatic Melanoma (NAPS)

Dealing with a new cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming. But talking to your medical team about the disease treatment options available and personal goals may help best address your specific case. When Jim Murch went for a chest X-ray, his doctor discovered a mass that turned out to be melanoma, a form of skin cancer in which cells that produce the skin’s pigment grow out of control. Murch was shocked to learn that his cancer had already developed into metastatic melanoma, the deadliest form of the disease. “When my doctor found the mass, my wife and I were in denial,” Murch said. “But an open discussion with my medical team helped me understand my diagnosis and learn more about the available treatment options.” If you or a loved one is faced with a diagnosis of metastatic melanoma, you may feel overwhelmed with questions about the disease and next steps. It is important to have an open dialogue with your medical team to help get the information you need. Here are some important topics you may want to discuss with your medical team following a metastatic melanoma diagnosis.

1. Understanding Your Diagnosis Your medical team may talk about melanoma in terms of “stages,” starting at stage 0 and going up to stage IV. The stages are determined by how thick the tumor is and whether the cancer has spread to lymph nodes or other parts of your body. For metastatic melanoma, you may have a diagnosis of stage IV, meaning the cancer has spread to one or more distant sites. 2. C hoosing Your Treatment Plan Depending on your diagnosis, your medical team may discuss with you potential treatment options for metastatic melanoma. This may include immunotherapy, targeted therapy, or other treatment approaches. It is important to discuss with your medical team the potential risks and benefits of a treatment, based on a product’s FDAapproved label. 3. Achieving Treatment Goals It is also important to discuss your personal treatment goals with your medical team, as this may help inform treatment decisions. A metastatic melanoma diagnosis can be a difficult experience for patients and their loved ones. Fortunately, in recent

years, additional therapies have become available to help fight the disease. One of these treatment options is Yervoy, also known as ipilimumab. Upon approval by the U.S. FDA in 2011, it became the first treatment for metastatic melanoma to significantly extend survival for patients in a phase III study. Yervoy is approved for the treatment of patients with melanoma that has spread (metastatic) or cannot be removed through surgery (unresectable), and works through the immune system. Yervoy (ipilimumab) may not work in all patients and may affect healthy cells, too, which could result in serious side effects in many parts of the body. Some of these side effects may lead to death. A phase III clinical study showed that some patients taking Yervoy lived much longer than patients who did not receive it. People treated with Yervoy lived a median of 10 months, compared to a median of six months for those who were treated with an experimental drug alone. As follow-up of these patients continued, it was estimated that 46 percent of patients taking Yervoy alone were alive at one year and 24 percent were alive at two years. By comparison, 25 percent of patients tak-

WellPoint Provides Tips For Playing It Safe With Medicine

Don’t hesitate to ask your doctor or pharmacist any question you may have about the medications you take. (NAPS)

As we age, most of us come to depend on prescription drugs to help us live healthier, longer lives. But the very medications that we count on for better health could also land us in the hospital. Drug mishaps are especially common among older Americans, who generally take more medications to treat chronic conditions. Fortunately, with a little bit of caution, many incidents can be prevented. Matthew Gibbs, Pharm. D., chief pharmacy executive for pharmacy services at WellPoint, one of the nation’s largest insurers, which serves hundreds of thousands of Medicare members through its affiliated Medicare Advantage, Prescription Drug and Medicare Supplement Plans, offers the following tips for playing it safe with prescription drugs. Know Your Drugs. Know everything you can about each drug you take, including its name, color, shape, dosage, side effects, what it treats, when and how to

take it, and how to store it. Maintain a checklist that you can carry with you on a trip or in an emergency. If you don’t understand something, ask your doctor or pharmacist. Sometimes, it is helpful to take a friend to the doctor so you don’t miss anything. If you have a Medicare Advantage plan, such as those offered through WellPoint’s affiliates, your insurer may have a pharmacist review your drugs with you at no extra cost. Beware of Interactions. Interactions are most likely to occur after your drugs have changed, following a doctor appointment or hospital visit. When you’re prescribed a new drug, make sure the doctor knows about your existing medications, including overthe-counter supplements, which also can cause interactions. Some drugs may affect your balance, so keep your home clear of potential fall hazards. Be aware that certain foods may cause adverse reactions. If you think you’re having a bad interaction, call the doctor immediately.

Follow Instructions. Taking different medicines isn’t easy. Establish a routine by taking your medication at the same time every day. An inexpensive pillbox may help you stay organized. Never increase, decrease or stop a dosage without talking to your doctor. If swallowing is difficult, ask your doctor or pharmacist for a liquid alternative or to crush your tablets (if allowable, but don’t do it yourself). Get Help If You Need It. Please don’t risk your health because of concerns about cost. Medicare Prescription Drug Plans cover the cost of most drugs, including low-cost generic options, although premiums may apply. Additionally, there are a number of programs to help with prescription drug costs. Social Security, for example, may offer “extra help,” depending on your income. Contact your local office for details. And WellPoint helps sponsor the National Council on Aging’s BenefitsCheckUp, which connects people with help for medicine, rent, utilities and meals. For details, visit www.benefitscheckup.org/wellpoint. Finally, never take someone else’s medicine for any reason. “Your doctor has prescribed your medicine for a reason,” Gibbs said. “By working closely with your physician and your pharmacist, taking the correct dosage at the right time, and educating yourself about possible side effects, you should be able to get that benefit while heading off any problems.” WellPoint affiliates offer Medicare Prescription Drug Plans in all 50 states. In many states, plans are sold under the UniCare brand.

Following a cancer diagnosis, talking to your medical team about your personal goals may help your doctor determine the best treatment option for you.

ing the experimental drug alone were alive at one year and 14 percent at two years. Of the 676 patients in this trial, 137 patients (20 percent) received Yervoy alone, 136 patients (20 percent) received another experimental drug alone, and 403 patients (60 percent) received both treatments. In the trial, patients were previously treated with one or more of the following: aldesleukin, dacarbazine, temozolomide, fotemustine, or carboplatin. The primary goal was to measure how long patients lived with Yervoy in combination with the experimental drug compared to the experimental drug alone. Over the course of the study, treatment with Yervoy decreased the risk of death by about one-third compared to patients who received the experimental drug. Individual results will vary.

The serious side effects of Yervoy (ipilimumab) may include: inflammation of the intestines (colitis) that can cause tears or holes (perforation) in the intestines; inflammation of the liver (hepatitis) that can lead to liver failure; inflammation of the skin that can lead to severe skin reaction (toxic epidermal necrolysis); inflammation of the nerves that can lead to paralysis; inflammation of hormone glands (especially the pituitary, adrenal, and thyroid glands) that may affect how these glands work; and inflammation of the eyes. In addition to the serious side effects, the most common side effects of Yervoy are tiredness, diarrhea, itching, and rash. These side effects are most likely to begin during treatment; however, side effects can show up months after the last infusion. Healthcare providers

should perform blood tests, such as liver and thyroid function tests, before starting and during treatment with Yervoy. The oncologist may decide to delay or stop Yervoy. Patients should call their healthcare provider if they have any signs or symptoms or they get worse. Even seemingly mild symptoms can lead to severe or even life-threatening conditions if not addressed. Patients should not try to treat symptoms themselves. These are not all of the possible side effects of Yervoy. Please see the Important Safety Information below for additional information. Talk to your healthcare provider about any questions you may have about your health or Yervoy. To learn more, visit www. Yervoy.com.

Caring For People With Chronic Conditions: Communicating With Your Loved One’s Doctor (NAPS)

More than 65 million people in the United States care for someone with a chronic condition, disability or frailty. These caregivers often accompany their loved ones to doctors’ appointments. By making the most of these appointments, caregivers can help improve the care their loved one receives and also ease some of the stress they often experience as a caregiver. “Clear communication between physicians and caregivers can help make appointments more productive and beneficial for everyone involved, most importantly, the patient and care recipient,” said Rhonda Randall, D.O., chief medical officer for UnitedHealthcare Retiree Solutions. “Remember that you and the physician share a goal: providing the best care for your loved one.” If you are a caregiver, consider these tips: • Introduce yourself: Get permission from your loved one to speak directly with doctors. This typically requires the patient to sign a release form at each doctor’s office. Explain your role. Ask questions about diagnoses, medications and ongoing care needs. • Educate yourself: Understanding your loved one’s conditions will help you better communicate with doctors and make you

It’s important for caregivers to know how to properly communicate with their loved one’s doctor.

a better advocate. • Document important information: Keeping a record of physician contacts, medications, symptoms and health changes will help you remember what to address at each appointment and help the doctor make informed decisions. Ask for copies of test results and keep them for future reference. • Understand health coverage and benefits: Before appointments, learn what is covered by your loved one’s health plan. Ask physicians about the risks, benefits and alternatives to their recommendations and the associated cost. Avoid financial surprises by understanding out-ofpocket costs for appointments, tests or procedures. If you have questions, call the number on the back of the insurance card.

• Ask questions: Come to appointments prepared with a list of questions. During the visits, take notes so you can refer to them later. • Don’t neglect your own health: Taking care of yourself will put you in the best position to provide care for others. If you care for an older adult or anticipate taking on a caregiver role, you should know about the tools and resources available to make the job of being a caregiver a bit easier. To learn more and get the support you need, you can visit WhatIsSolutions ForCaregivers.com or call (877) 765-4473. Services are available in all 50 states and can be tailored to meet specific needs.

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Health New Study: 3D Finds Breast Cancers Earlier (NAPS)

When it comes to telling if someone has—or doesn’t have—breast cancer, three dimensions are a lot better than two, according to recent research published in the American Journal of Roentgenology. The Research In the first large-scale Dr. Rose U.S. study of 3D mammograms, researchers compared breast cancer screening with the addition of 3D mammograms against conventional 2D mammograms and found a significant reduction in recall rates and a sizable increase in cancer detection, particularly invasive cancer. The study evaluated recall, cancer detection and invasive cancer detection rates in a community-based breast imaging practice. Called “Implementation of Breast Tomosynthesis in a Routine Screening Practice: An Observational Study,” it was

led by Stephen L. Rose, M.D., a prominent radiologist in Houston, Texas. The Results “Implementation of tomosynthesis in our screening practice resulted in a consistent significant improvement in performance,” the report said. The study found the use of 3D mammograms resulted in: • A 53 percent increase in invasive cancer detection rates. • A 37 percent drop in recall rates; that is, in patients being called back for further tests because the first result was inconclusive. The Rose study is consistent with prior research findings, including two major European studies published in The Lancet Oncology. Both of those studies found increased cancer detection and reduced recalls. The Reasons 3D technology allows radiologists to see breast tissue in greater detail than with 2D mammograms alone. This results in earlier detection of cancers, when they

High Blood Pressure Tip

Before taking any medication, people with high blood pressure should check the label for vasoconstrictors. (NAPS)

People with high blood pressure should always read the labels of any medications they may take. Both prescription and common over-the-counter medicines such as cold medicines, cough syrups and allergy pills should be

checked for vasoconstrictors. This can cause a rise in blood pressure by constricting the blood vessels. Even topical medicines you don’t swallow, such as hemorrhoid cream, should be checked. Fortunately, there are ways to treat hemorrhoids

without affecting blood pressure. Here are some tips: • Talk to your doctor about safe and effective home treatments, such as warm baths and cold compresses. • Read product labels and look for packaging that clearly indicates a product with no vasoconstrictors. Many people find that homeopathic Nelsons H+care* treats the pain, itching, swelling and burning of hemorrhoids without vasoconstrictors, steroids, parabens or anesthetics. • Visit websites such as www.nelsonshcare.com for information on living with high blood pressure and hemorrhoids. * The claims for this product are based upon traditional homeopathic practices. They have not been reviewed by the Food and Drug Administration.

Breast Cancer: Know Your Risk And Make A Plan—It’s The Closest You Can Get To A Cure

One in eight women will get breast cancer. Knowing your personal risk may save your life (NAPS)

Take a look around—at the grocery store, school open houses, the mall, the park—it’s all around you—one in eight women will get breast cancer.1 While this may seem like just another sad statistic, it’s real and will most likely touch your life in one way or another. However, what if you could do something for yourself, loved ones and friends to increase the chance of breast cancer survival? Fortunately, you can and all it takes is a visit to your healthcare professional and a simple risk assessment test called BREVAGen™. BREVAGen is a scientifically validated risk assessment test for sporadic breast cancer that provides five-year and lifetime predictive risk assessments to more accurately evaluate a woman’s risk of developing sporadic, hormone-dependent breast cancer. Did you know that more than 80 percent of women who develop breast cancer have little or no family history of the disease?2 Although routine evaluation tools such as family history, mammograms, ultrasounds and/or MRIs are important first lines of defense against breast cancer, women can better understand their risk for developing breast cancer through the BREVAGen test. BREVAGen is administered in a physician’s office using a simple, non-invasive “oral-swab.” Following laboratory analysis, physicians receive a comprehensive genetic risk prediction report to review with the patient. The patient’s risk of breast cancer is calculated by combining their relative risk score from seven genetic markers, called SNP’s (single nucleotide polymorphisms), with factors that comprise the patient’s clinical and reproductive history including current age, age at menarche and age at first

live birth. More importantly, a physician can then develop an individualized breast health plan that includes appropriate surveillance schedules based on the patient’s risk score and recommendations for lifestyle changes that can reduce the risk for developing breast cancer. Make sure your breast health plan includes the following steps: • Healthy lifestyle—get regular physical activity, eat a diet rich in fruits and vegetables, quit smoking and maintain a healthy body weight. • Clinical breast health exam—women in their 20s and 30s should have this exam performed by a healthcare professional every three years. Women in their 40s should have this done every year.2 • Mammogram—women age 40 and older should have a mammogram every year and should continue to do so as long as they are in good health.2 • BREVAGen Test—women age 35 and older should ask their doctor to administer this two-step test to determine their fiveyear and lifetime risk level. BREVAGen, which is currently specified for women 35 years of age and older and Caucasian of European descent, is the first genetic risk prediction test to have been validated in a large scale, peer reviewed, case controlled study. Utilizing data from the U.S. Women’s Health Initiative (WHI) Clinical Trial, 3,300 Caucasian women of European descent underwent breast cancer risk assessment utilizing the BREVAGen test. Of those 3,300 women, 1,664 had been diagnosed with breast cancer and 1,636 were in the breast cancer–free control group. Validation for additional ethnicities is anticipated in the near future. Until there is a breakthrough cure for all stages of breast cancer, the best way to survive it is to detect it early. Survival rates for cases detected early are 95 percent, but only 41 percent when diagnosed later.3 With all of the right tools and a comprehensive breast health plan outlined by a certified healthcare professional, you and your loved ones can find out the risk for developing breast cancer and do something about it. The gift of good health can be one of the best gifts that you can give to a loved one. For more information about breast cancer awareness, visit www.cancer.org and for more information about how to identify breast cancer risk, visit www.brevagen. com.

A new study adds to a significant body of evidence showing improved results using 3D mammograms for breast cancer screening. The technology detects the disease earlier when it’s easiest to treat and reduces false alarms for cancer-free patients.

are easier to treat, and a reduction in the worrisome false positives that are more common with conventional digital mammograms. 3D mammogram technology, approved by the FDA in 2011, was developed by Hologic, Inc., a leading company serving the health care needs of women. 3D mam-

mograms are used in 49 states and more than 50 countries. More than 2.5 million women in the United States have had 3D mammograms. The Resources To learn more about 3D mammograms, visit www.3Dmammogram.com.

Family History And Screening Are Keys To Treating An Inherited Disease (NAPS)

Information shared by family members can often serve as the first line of defense against a serious medical condition. Such shared information was key to saving the life of a young man named Matthew Ito. As a teen, Ito did all the things other 14-year-old boys did: played sports, hung out with friends, and raced dirt bikes. But around that time he also learned he had inherited a potentially deadly genetic disorder that affects 1 in 500 people. The disorder, called Familial Hypercholesterolemia (FH), affects more than 600,000 Americans, yet 80 percent of those with FH are undiagnosed and have no idea they are at risk. When Ito was diagnosed in 1974, the medical community didn’t have ideal guidance or treatment for it. In fact, he wasn’t treated for FH until he was in his late 20s, just after statins, a class of drug used to lower cholesterol, were introduced. The only thing standing between him and a life-changing—or life-ending—heart attack was a semi-strict diet and exercise. “When I’d go out with my friends, my mom would make me a healthy snack and everyone else would be eating hamburgers,” said Ito, now a professor of pharmacy practice at Oregon State University/ Oregon Health & Science University. After further tests and family research, he learned that FH came from his mom’s side of the family. Both of his maternal grandparents had died from either a stroke or a heart attack. Numerous aunts, uncles and cousins have FH as well. The consequences of FH have dramatically altered his life. Ito is in the midst of a fight against FH, not only for himself, but also for the life of his patients and his own family. “Even though I’m being treated with statins and ezetimibe (a cholesterol absorption inhibitor), I eat an extremely healthy, low cholesterol and low sodium diet. I was undiagnosed for 14 years of my life, and it took its toll,” Ito said. Early Diagnosis Is Key As a Doctor of Pharmacy and President of the National Lipid Association (NLA) this year, he is committed to raising awareness about this disorder. Ito wants both patients and health care providers to know exactly how important early diagnosis and treatment is, from his personal— and life-threatening—experience. Despite a strict diet and doing everything “by the book,” in January 2013, Ito had a massive heart attack and two weeks later underwent triple bypass surgery. He said that he always suspected he would have a heart attack but just never knew when. “It happened when I was dirt bike riding in a remote area in the mountains surrounding Portland. Thankfully, friends riding with me got medical attention to me quickly, saving my life. The event has been life-altering for me, my family, and my friends.” Family History Is Helpful Knowing his family history, Ito made sure that his now 18-year-old daughter and 13-year-old son were screened for FH, done with a simple blood test. Results showed

Matthew Ito is one of 600,000 Americans who have the disorder called Familial Hypercholesterolemia (FH). Unfortunately, 80 percent of those with FH are undiagnosed and have no idea that they are at risk.

that his daughter also inherited FH but his son did not. “Thankfully my daughter is doing well, and she is now on statins, but it’s something she will have to learn to live with and be aware of the rest of her life,” said Ito. But not many doctors do cholesterol screening on children who appear perfectly healthy, and not many children have lipidologists as fathers. “Let’s say you get screened in your 30s and start getting aggressive treatment. The problem is—you’ve been living with extremely high cholesterol for years, and it’s hard to reverse that,” Ito said. “Why should we wait until these patients have a heart attack before a doctor starts asking if their patient has atherosclerosis?” Screening Is Essential “Many people with FH don’t have any obvious symptoms of high cholesterol; they are not obese; they don’t eat unhealthy foods; and they exercise. That’s why it’s so difficult to diagnose—and often those with FH only get diagnosed after they’ve had a heart attack or stroke. If patients suspect they may have FH or have a family history of heart attack or stroke, I advise them to get screened for FH. Because it could end up saving their life,” said Ito. Signs You May Have FH • A routine blood test shows high cholesterol • A heart attack before the age of 50–60 • Family history of cardiovascular disease early in life • Swollen tendons on the heels and hands • Yellowish areas around the eyes While FH is not curable, it is treatable. The aim of treatment is to reduce your cholesterol to an acceptable level, thereby preventing or delaying heart disease. A lipidologist, a health care provider who specializes in treating diseases like FH, can develop the best treatment plan for you. To locate such a health care provider or to learn more about FH, visit the website at www.learnyourlipids.com.

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