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EAST BROOKFIELD —Plans for a 21,000-panel solarfarm on Harrington Road —one of the largest in the state— are getting close tofruition, officials said.

The developer, CleanGenPartners of New Hampshire,was given a “use variance”from the Zoning Board ofAppeals Thursday, Feb. 2.The variance allows a solarfarm to be built on the 100-

acre property zoned for resi-dential use.

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BY M. CATHERINE BYSZEKNEW LEADER CORRESPONDENT

BROOKFIELD — OnSunday, March 4, many willcome together in hopes ofraising much needed fundsfor a local resident, JeremyPartridge, who experienceda tragic accident with a tablesaw.

The event will be held at

Chooch’s in NorthBrookfield from 1 to 7 p.m.

According to benefit plan-ner Amie Lemay, on the daybefore Thanksgiving (alsohis birthday) Partridge losttwo of his fingers andseverely damaged a third.

The accident didn’t occurat work, and so Jeremy has

been unable to receive anybenefits and is still not ableto return to work due to hisinjuries. He has undergonesurgery and is now in physi-cal therapy in hopes ofregaining movement after asmooth healing process.

The tickets are being soldfor $20 per person with chil-

dren under 12 receiving freeadmission. They can be pur-chased at Chooch’s, fromAmanda Partridge, KatiePartridge, JacquelinePartridge, Karen Lemay orCraig McEvoy, one of theinitiators of the event.

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Please Read FAMILY, page A15

BY ELISA KROCHMALNYCKYJNEW LEADER CORRESPONDENT

LEICESTER — When the U.S.Army sent Shawn Cutroni toAfghanistan to serve his countrylast summer, it was a dream cometrue.

The only problem was he had toleave his other dream behind —the landscaping business he hadbuilt for three years.

So his dad, Timothy, has beenrunning the business for him, after

and in-between his own full-timejob, so Shawn will be able to pickup where he left off when hereturns.

“Why? He’s my son,” he said.“That’s it — he’s my son. It’s thesame as me.”

Shawn, now 24, started his busi-ness, New England AquaticLandscape, in 2008. For threeyears, he built up a good reputa-

‘He’s my son, it’s the same as me’FATHER STEPS UP TO HELP SON SERVING IN AFGHANISTAN

The Turning Blue Ceremony at Shawn Cutroni’s grad-uation from Basic Training in Ft. Benning, Ga. Fromleft, cousin Amanda Morris, father Tim Cutroni, PFCShawn Cutroni, mother Janelle Cutroni, sisterKayleanna Cutroni and sister Kristina Cutroni.

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Pair of benefits set for local after accident

BY AMANDA COLLINSSTONEBRIDGE PRESS STAFF WRITER

CHARLTON — TheSouthern Worcester CountyRegional Vocational SchoolDistrict Committee votedunanimously to appoint asubcommittee to interviewcandidates for Bay PathRegional TechnicalVocational High School’ssuperintendent position attheir Monday, Feb. 6 meeting.

If the School Committeeconducted the searchprocess as a full 20-memberbody, interviews would haveto take place in an openmeeting setting. A subcom-mittee consisting of 10School Committee membersor fewer will allow the dis-trict to conduct interviews inexecutive session, which sev-

BY M. CATHERINE BYSZEKNEW LEADER CORRESPONDENT

WARREN —Cheerleading has beenbrought back from thedead at Quaboag RegionalHigh School.

According to new cheer-leading coach and highschool teacher ChristinaAustin, she was asked tobe the coach by AthleticDirector Dave Bouchardafter someone else whohad applied for the cheer-

leading coach positionwas unable to take it dueto health reasons.Admittedly, Austin has noprior cheerleading experi-ence whatsoever, althoughshe did ride horses com-petitively growing up.

“The squad is doingawesome,” Austin said,continuing that the teamhas made a huge impacton school spirit andatmosphere at the varsitygames.

Although there werethree intense days of tryouts, all those who stuckthrough made the teamthis season. Next year, asmaller squad will beselected based on talentseriousness that has beenthis season. There are cur-rently 17 dedicated girlson the squad and theystarted this season with20.

Bay Path takessmall stepsin search

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Please Read SOLAR, page A14

Cheerleading revived at Quaboag

Please Read CHEERS, page A15

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Cheerleading has been brought back at Quaboag Regional High School, and the team, accordingto coach Christina Austin, is learning as they get back into the swing of things.

‘WE ARE ALL LEARNING AS WE GO’

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Computer Sciencebooms at Bay Path

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BY AMANDA COLLINSSTONEBRIDGE PRESS STAFF WRITER

CHARLTON — Although he can set up awebsite, program a video game, or fix a laptop, you can’t call Chris Hickman a comput-er geek.

Instead, the newest programming and webdevelopment instructor at Bay PathRegional Vocational Technical High Schoolinsists he’s more of the “outdoorsy type,”preferring kayaking and hiking to sitting ina front a screen all day.

But he certainly appreciates the field ofcomputer science, and said he’s excited tosee it thriving at Bay Path — an overwhelm-ing number of freshman students picked thecomputer programming and web develop-ment shop as their first choice in fields ofstudy at the school this year.

According to Bay Path Vocational DirectorDon Montville, the boom was unexpected.For years enrollment in the computer sci-ence shop had been slowly declining, leadingthem to downgrade in department’s teach-ing staff from three to two instructors.

“We didn’t want to displace the freshman,we want to put the kids in their number oneshop choice,” said Montville, explaining thatnearly 90 percent of freshman students areplaced in their chosen field of study afterexploring the school’s various trade pro-grams. “So we decided to go back to a three-man shop.”

That meant bringing Hickman, who’sbeen working as at Bay Path as a teachingassistant since September, on as fulltimeinstructor in the department this semester.

Hickman said he’s noticed an interest ingaming has drawn many new students to thecomputer programming and web develop-ment shop.

“They like to play video games, and theycome into the shop wanting to learn how toprogram a game,” he said. “But they don’trealize that playing a game is very differentthan programming one. A lot goes into agame.”

Still, he said he’s happy to see an interestin computer science among the students nomatter what draws them there. Hickmanhimself went in to the field on a whim. TheSpencer native who graduated in 2004 fromDavid Prouty High School studied computerscience at Western State College in Coloradobecause he sit was something entirely newto him.

“I didn’t grow up sitting in front of a com-puter,” he said. “It was something I didn’tknow anything about but wanted to learn.”

Hickman earned his bachelors degree in2009 before moving back to Massachusetts,

where he started his own web developmentand computer service business, Alpine CTS.

It’s a career path that he says is realisticfor the students he teaches at Bay Path.

“Everyone has a computer, so if you canlearn everything you can about one, you canfind a job,” he said.

Alpine CTS is now more a side project forHickman, who said he’s enjoying the transi-tion from shop aide to instructor.

“I always thought I’d enjoy teaching and Ido. I like the idea of learning,” he said,explaining that as an instructor, the lessonsnever end. “You’re always picking up some-thing new because you have to learn itbefore you can teach it to the students.”

Some of Hickman’s students will be giventhe opportunity to explore the field evenmore in depth, as Bay Path recentlyannounced its participation in TheAcademy for College Excellence, collabora-tion among Northeastern University’sCollege of Professional Studies and tenvocational/technical high schools across thestate. Through the new program, two BayPath sophomore’s studying in Hickman’s

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Bay Path personnel director NancyAlpine, who is the school’s Academy forCollege Excellence site coordinator, said theprogram demonstrates the changing face ofvocational education.

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Hickman agreed that his students shouldhave bright futures.

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Search continues for administrative assistantBY ELISA KROCHMALNYCKYJ

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EAST BROOKFIELD — Like itor not, it’s time to hire a newadministrative assistant to replacethe still-filling-in Debbie Morgan,who left two years ago to take afull-time position elsewhere.

“Our heart and soul isn’t intogetting someone else, becauseDebbie is doing such a great job,”said Selectman Larry Gordon.“But we have to do something soonbecause we just keep falling far-

ther behind.”The Board of Selectmen’s first

attempt at advertising the job ofadministrative assistant to theboard several months ago was notsuccessful, Gordon said.

“We only had nine applicants,and none of them was right,” hesaid.

Gordon attributes the lack ofresponses to the fact that the boarddid not post the job on the Internet.

“We really need to put it out onMonster,” he said. “Everyone

checks the Internet for jobs.”Because the town does not have

an administrator, all business isconducted through the Board ofSelectmen. The board’s adminis-trative assistant works for theboard and assists with the day-to-day business. The person also pre-pares meeting agendas for andtakes notes at the weekly boardmeetings.

Morgan had filled that positionfor close to ten years, but left whenshe needed a full-time job, Gordon

said. She has been filling in after-hours since she left.

“She’s doing a great job, but weneed more,” Gordon said.

Gordon said he expects there tobe a lot of applications for the jobonce it’s circulated on the Internet.

“We’re offering so-called ‘moth-er’s hours’ and one evening aweek,” he said. “There’s also thepeople whose unemployment bene-fits have run out but are stillunemployed and need some sort ofincome.”

Gordon said the board is fortu-nate that Morgan will be availablefor training when a permanentreplacement is found.

“A smart person can learn thejob on their own — Debbie had tolearn the job on her own — but itwould be a painful transition tohave someone come in cold andhave to learn it like Debbie did,” hesaid. “Luckily Debbie will be thereto help.”

Senior center struggling to find budget solutionsBY ELISA KROCHMALNYCKYJ

NEW LEADER CORRESPONDENT

SPENCER — In the wake of a meeting atwhich seniors told the Board of Selectmenloudly and clearly that it’s time to put the sen-iors in the front of the budget line, officialsare continuing to search for a home for a big-ger senior center — but with little money.

“Selectmen and I are looking to do some-thing better, but it’s difficult to do in thesedire fiscal times we’re in,” said TownAdministrator Adam Gaudette, adding thathe’s been trying to find appropriate, afford-able space for the senior center since he tookover as town administrator two years ago.

Officials acknowledge that Spencer’s sen-iors are getting far less than their counter-parts in other similar towns, as is evidencedby a “Community Comparison Study” com-piled in 2009 by Bernadine Wachewski, whowas then Spencer’s director of humanresources.

Selectmen understand that seniors want —and need — a better senior center, and havebeen searching for the right place for it,Gaudette said.

“We’ve even talked to MHPI, which runsSenior Living at Prouty up the street, aboutsharing space with them, we’ve talked aboutthe possibility of sharing space withLeicester,” Gaudette said. “But with nomoney, we haven’t been able to do anything.”

Right now, the Council on Aging operatesthe senior center in a rented room in front ofthe Housing Authority building on WallStreet for $900 a month. It is open about 20hours a week — the hours are put in byDirector Pamela Woodbury, who is limited to19 1/2 hours to avoid the town having to giveher full-time status.

In the eight-plus years Woodbury has beenrunning the senior center, she’s taken it froma small little service to a bustling meeting

place bursting at the seams.“When I took it over, it was only open two

hours a week,” she said. “Now, sometimes Ihave 200 and 250 participants a week.”

Woodbury said the seniors’ needs far out-weigh the services currently provided.

“We can do so much more, but I don’t havethe space, or the extra time,” she said.

Woodbury said top on her “wish list” isbeing able to have exercise programs in thebuilding, which right now is just too small.

“I’d love to have an exercise class everymorning, for people to be able to come in andrelax and do exercises,” she said.

Currently, the center borrows space fromthe American Legion for tai chi and yogaclasses, though Woodbury said that’s notideal.

“I can’t oversee it,” she said. “I am not eventhere.”

With or without more funding, Woodbury

said, she continues to look for ways to domore.

“I keep looking for things to find for them,”she said, then with a pause, added, “Free.”

A plan to move the senior center to theSpencer Fish & Game Club is being dis-cussed, officials said.

“They have a better, bigger place with moreamenities, and they said they’d be willing towork with us on things like putting in a hand-icapped bathroom,” said Selectman DonaldBerthiaume.

Berthiaume said that while the move stillwould not give the seniors what they deserve,it would be a step in the right direction.

“One of the best things we can do is find adifferent center, and since we obviously don’thave enough money to build a new one, wecan at least find someplace nice,” he said.“This is the first step. All we can do right nowis take baby steps.”

LEICESTER SENIOR CENTER:UPCOMING EVENTS

The Leicester Senior Center is open Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. For information onactivities at the Senior Center, please call 508892-7016. Lunch is served at 12 p.m. Mondaythrough Friday. Reservations must be made 48hours in advance. Call Jone, nutrition manager,at 508 892-7201. Meal donation is $2.

• Monday, Feb. 20: Holiday — Senior CenterClosed.

• Tuesday, Feb. 21: 10 a.m., Senior CitizenClub; 1 p.m., Exercise Class, 6:30 p.m., FiberGroup.

• Wednesday, Feb. 22, 10:30 a.m., Wii Games, 1p.m., Pitch Card Game, 6:30 p.m., Fitness pro-gram.

• Thursday, Feb. 23: 10 a.m., Cribbage; 11 a.m.,Yoga; 1 p.m., Bingo.

• Friday, Feb 24: 10:30 a.m., T’ai Chi.

Vacancies announced for localboards

LEICESTER — There are currently threevacancies in the town of Leicester at TheCouncil on Aging as well as a variety of other

town organization and committee vacanciesaccording to Susan LeChasseur, administrativeassistant to the Office of the Board ofSelectmen and Town Administrator.

To apply, one can seek information in writ-ing, Town of Leicester, 3 Washburn Square,Leicester, MA 01524, over the phone, 508-892-7000, ext. 2, and even the town website,www.leicesterma.org.

There are two vacancies in the BylawCommittee for 2012 and 2014 with three-yearterms and typically having five members onthe committee. There is one vacancy with theCapital Improvement Planning Committee fora three-year term starting in June with a typi-cal committee totaling seven members. Thereare three vacancies at the Council on Agingwith three-year terms which usually have ninemembers, vacancies expiring in June 2012 andJune 2013. There is one vacancy with theLibrary Designer Selection Committee with aone-year term and four other members alreadyon the committee.

The Commission on Disabilities also has onevacancy for a three-year term with standardmembers not exceeding five and the Park andRecreation Committee has one vacancy also fora three-year term with a standard of sevenmembers on the committee. The PersonnelBoard has two vacancies as there are currentlyonly three active members, one to begin thisJune and one for next June, both with three-

year terms.

Art Guild celebrating 10thanniversary with events

The Massasoit Art Guild is pleased toannounce it’s 10th anniversary year!

We are celebrating this year with an excit-ing line up of varied demonstrations!

• Tuesday, March 13 — Demonstration onComposition by Bob Aiello

• Tuesday, April 10 — PaintingDemonstration in either Oils or Watercolorby Bob Duffy

• Tuesday, May 8 — Art DecoDemonstration by Bill Simmons

Tuesday, June 12 — Demonstration onVisual and Design Unity by CharlotteWharton

The Massasoit Art Guild announces theBoard of Officers voted in at the January

meeting:President —

Deborah RobertsKirk

Vice President —Amanda Delanski

Treasurer —Norman Cabana

Secretary —Michele Trzcinski

The positionsappointed by thePresident include:

Spencer Artist ofthe Month

Committee Chairpersons — Norman Cabanaand Deborah Kirk

North Brookfield Artists of the MonthCommittee Chairperson —Carole Bentley

East Brookfield Artists of the MonthCommittee Chairperson —Gayle Magwood

Plein Aire Committee Chairman — LindaSpencer

Planning Committee Chairman — DonDineen

Planning Committee Members — DonDineen, Linda Spencer, Carole Bentley, MaryKay Ebersold

Publicity Committee Chairperson —Amanda Delanski

Web Master — Michele TrzcinskiPhoto Group Chairperson — Dayle LosMag Historian — Gayle Magwood

We welcome new members, for more infor-mation go to www.massasoitartguild.com orcontact Debbie Roberts Kirk at 508-885-4462.

The Massasoit Art Guild has members fromall over Central Massachusetts, representingmore than 23 communities in the region,including Auburn, Barre, Brimfield,Brookfield, Dudley, East Brookfield,Framingham, Holden, Holland, Leicester,North Brookfield, New Braintree, Oxford,Paxton, Princeton, Rochdale, Rutland,Southbridge, Spencer, Sturbridge, WestBrookfield, Ware, Worcester.

Democrats to elect delegates to stateconvention

SPENCER — Democrats in Spencer will beholding a caucus at Spencer Memorial TownHall, lower level, on Saturday, Feb. 18, at 2 p.m.to elect five delegates and three alternates tothe 2012 Massachusetts DemocraticConvention, where Democrats from acrossMassachusetts will select candidates to com-pete for the Democratic nomination for U.S.Senate. The convention will be held onSaturday, June 2, at the Mass Mutual Center inSpringfield.

“This is going to be an exciting year as webuild on our recent successes and prepare forthe elections in 2012,” commentedMassachusetts Democratic Party ChairmanJohn Walsh. “Caucuses are the first step inbuilding a community organizing strategy forvictory. They give people an opportunity tobecome part of the local effort.”

The caucus is open to all registeredDemocrats in Spencer, and the DemocraticCommittee warmly welcomes participants.Delegates will be divided equally between menand women, and all ballots will be written andsecret. In the spirit of inclusion, youth, minori-ties, and people with disabilities who are notelected as delegates or alternates may apply tobe “add-on” delegates. Details on the rules canbe found at www.massdems.org.

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“There were no injuries,” he said.“It was very minor.”

The fire was reported at 8:13 a.m.by the burglar-alarm company,Parsons said.

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HIGH HONORS

Grade 4: Michael Casey, Henry Davidson, Allison Hingston,Emily Rio.Grade 5: Gaia Knight.Grade 6: Magdalen Paul.

HONORS

Grade 4: Cameron Anderson, Alexis Barnes, Jenna Casey,Evan Chen, Alexander Demarski, Gavyn Floury, HaileyGershman, Noah Gianfriddo, Adam Gibson, Morgan Hill,Hunter Koenig, Crista Paulauskas, Wyatt Walles.Grade 5: Emma Barnes, Bryce Bernard, Natalia Blazejewski,ZacharyBonneau, Lily Fahey, Nathan Gershman, EvanGrenier, Braedon Hatt, Carina Holt, Molly Knox, McKennaLamothe, Richard LaPorte, Brianna Mensah, Jacob Paradise,Joshua St. Laurent.Grade 6: John Button, William Demarski, Heather Fontaine,Connor Scott.

HIGH HONORS

Grade 4: Jagger Bulger, GabrielleCournoyer, Ethan Hildick, DevinHolmes, Alec Norrie, Nathan Norrie,Lyndsey Schimmelpenningh, MatthewShedd.

Grade 5: Lunden DeCourcy, HenryHowe, Logan Lalonde, AdelyneReynolds, Colleen Stafford, Aran Testa.

Grade 6: Kylie Bulger, Tabitha Earls,Sean Mooney

HONORS

Grade 4: Mikayla Adams, HunterBeckwith, Matthew Befford, David

Boudreau, Nicholas Butler, FaithCaramiello, Pagan Ciccolini, ShannonDaige, Abbey Farrington, Karra Flynn,Nathan Fontaine, Gracie Hudson,Tyler Jackson, Annamarie Jones,Cameron Laraia, Nicholas Lareau,Cameron LeBlanc, Eric Lindgren,Timothy Mann, Elizabeth Maxwell,Cassandra McGarry, Zakari Niemiec,Caitlin Rice, Hannah Schultz, KylieWoodward.

Grade 5: Alexis Foyle, Jessica Frigo,Emily Gianfriddo, Jarod Goodrow,Julie Jaksa, Luke Jolin, Emily Kosek,Riley Lamy, Justin Lareau, AleenaLaythe, Chaz McLain, Sydney

Messenger, Maia Ostromecki,Mackenzie Paradis, Jillian Quigley,Samantha Rischitelli, Trystin Sansone.

Grade 6: Andrew Befford, BrodinCoughlin, Ryan Davis, BenjaminDupell, Kristen Foote, Faith Holmes,Skylar Jessing, EfstathiaKapoukranidis, Asa Losurdo, SophiaMartin, Kimberley McSherry, AlexisPatchen, Olivia Renaud, Cody Roberts,Claudia Schlegel, Emma Schultz,Michael Shedd, Lillyan Thacker, KevinValeri, Alexis Westerback, EliseWilson, Emily Worthington, TessWozniak, Amara Zaik.

NORTH BROOKFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOLSECOND QUARTER HONOR ROLL

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High Honors: Nathan Barley, Robert Bettencourt, EvonaBolaske, Mary LePage, Hannah Niemiec, CatherineO’Donnell, Isabelle Webber, Amy Whittemore.

Honors: Charlie Ashworth, Emily Barrett, Sam Berthel,Makayla Bernard, Larissa Bousquet, Robert Butler, QuinnCarroll, Garrett Cassavant, Lauren Chipman, EmmaConvery, Kirsten Frasier, Matthew Frazier, Lauren Galligan,Tyler Kubert, Keegan Moynahan, Alexander Richard, LeahRobillard, Alina Schultz, Matthew Seeton, AlixandraSmichinski, Lauren Sousa, Daniel Sykes, Christyen Totaro,Matthew Wetnicka.

GRADE 5

High Honors: Jack Dorman, Isabelle Greenlaw, JackLuyrink, Kolby Moynahan.

Honors: Jillian Arello, Morgyn Astrella, Braedon Bartlett,Jenessa Embair, Colt Hoffey, Autumn Hostens, HunterLynch, Caleb Mantzios, Sean Nagle, Jacob Para, LoganPeterson, Brandon Rice, Julia Ross-Coburn, HannahVartanian, Robert Wilson.

Leicester Women’s ClubScholarship

The Leicester Women’s Club willaward $500 scholarships to twoLeicester residents who will graduatefrom high school in 2012. Also, thisyear one, $500 scholarship will beawarded to a student majoring in nurs-ing in memory of Betty Swan given bythe Swan family.

Applications are available at yourlocal guidance office. Any Leicesterresident graduating from high schoolin spring 2012 is eligible.

Applications must be submitted byApril 1.

University of MassachusettsAmherst

AMHERST — Colleen DiBara gradu-ated Cum Laude from UMass Amherstwith a Bachelor of Science inKinesiology. She will continue her edu-cation in the medical field.

She is a daughter of Laurie DiBaraof West Brookfield and Russell DiBaraof East Brookfield.

Holy Name Central CatholicJr./Sr. High School

WORCESTER — Holy Name CentralCatholic Jr./Sr. High School announcesthe Honor Roll for Leicester, Rochdale,Spencer and North Brookfield, for thesecond quarter of the 2011-12 schoolyear.

HIGH HONORS

Grade 12: Ming Cheng of Rochdale.Grade 7: Tucker Girard of Spencer.

HONORS

Grade 12: Amy Reidy of NorthBrookfield, Megan Stewart of Spencer.

Grade 11: Kayla Gibney of Leicesterand Kathrynn Lemieux of Spencer.

Grade 10: Aidan Gould of NorthBrookfield,

Grade 9: Connor Lavin of Leicester.Grade 8: Elizabeth King.

Berklee College of MusicBOSTON — Berklee College of

Music announces that Hilary Bennettof Warren has earned placement onthe Dean’s List for the fall semester ofthe 2011 academic year. To be eligiblefor this honor, a full-time student mustachieve a grade point average of 3.4 orabove; a part-time student mustachieve a grade point average of 3.6 orabove.

Bryant UniversitySMITHFIELD, R.I. — The fall semes-

ter Dean’s List at Bryant Universityincludes the following area residents:

Paul Hanley, a Senior Accountingmajor from Leicester.

Andrea Cimbrelo, a FreshmanFinance major from North Brookfield.

Jeffrey Leas, a senior ActuarialMathematics major from NorthBrookfield.

Bryan Start, a junior ActuarialMathematics major from NorthBrookfield.

Daniel Waugh, a seniorInternational Business in Financemajor from North Brookfield.

Jessica Lussier, a seniorManagement major from Spencer.

Zachary Suter, a senior ActuarialMathematics major from Spencer.

Kindergarten RegistrationNORTH BROOKFIELD — The North

Brookfield Public Schools will hold anEarly Kindergarten Registration andScreening for children enteringkindergarten in the Fall of 2012.

The following dates are available andthe appointments will be approximate-ly one hour in length:

Tuesday and Wednesday, April 3-4,starting at 9 a.m. through 1 p.m.

Please call the Elementary Schooloffice at 508-867-8326 for an appoint-ment. Children must be five years ofage on or before Aug. 31, to register forkindergarten.

Please feel free to call the school ifyou have any questions.

Worcester PolytechnicInstitute

WORCESTER — The following localresidents were among 1,151 studentsfrom Worcester Polytechnic Institute(WPI) named to the university’s Dean’sList for academic excellence for the fall2011 semester.

Britney Atwater of Spencer, is asophomore majoring in BiomedicalEngineering.

Alexandrea Dustin of Spencer, is afreshman majoring in BiomedicalEngineering.

Rebekah Socha of Rochdale, is a sen-ior majoring in ManagementEngineering.

Elms CollegeCHICOPEE — Elizabeth Patient,

from Leicester, has been named to thedean’s list for the fall 2011 semester atElms College in Chicopee.

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WARREN — Quaboag RegionalMiddle School recently hosted theBoston Museum of Science’sStarLab. This is an opportunityfunded through the InnovativeSchools Grant. The portable plane-tariums ran four eighth gradeclasses, one seventh and a Journeysclass. This is the first of fourBoston Museum of Science offer-ings that have been made availableto our students at the middleschool. The StarLab and aTraveling Program, Heat andTemperature are funded throughthe Innovative Schools Grant. Twoother opportunities include a fieldtrip to the Boston Museum ofScience, tickets and bus paid for bya scholarship, and anotherTraveling Program, “Motion,Speed, Velocity, and Acceleration,”also from a scholarship.

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SPENCER — Wire Village staff and studentsraised money for the Doug Flutie Foundation forAutism while showing spirit for the New EnglandPatriots the week of Jan. 30.

Each day classrooms were given a trivia questionpertaining to the Patriots and asked to complete theanswers as a class. At the end of the week, theresults were tallied up to see which classroom hasthe most knowledge of football.

Every day the office sold red, white and bluenecklaces for $1 for the children to wear on Fridayin honor of the Patriots. On Thursday and Friday,we held a bake sale put on by students and staff.Finally, on Friday we had a red, white and blue dayto show support for the New England Patriots mak-ing it to Super Bowl XLVI.

All proceeds from all activities will be donated to the Doug Flutie Foundation.Between the bake sale, the sale of the red white and blue necklaces and the raffles we were able

to raise more than $1,000, which we will be donating to the Doug Flutie Foundation. We are verythankful to the parents, staff and students for showing such support for this cause.

Wire Village staff shows support for New England PatriotsESAST BROOKFIELD — Boston

magician “Bonaparte” recently visitedEast Brookfield Elementary School. Hisengaging performance entertained stu-dents and staff with live animals, fire,and audience participation. The showwas made possible by a grant from PIE(People Interested in Education).

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Sixth grader Victoria Beauchamp looks on as Bonaparteworks his magic.

Third grader Allison Wheeler reads a bookleton Martin Luther King Jr. to kindergarten stu-dent Maddox Kennedy.

CHARLTON — The following students were named to the honor roll at BayPath Regional Vocational Technical High School for the second quarter of theschool year.

HIGH HONORS

Grade 12: Erika H. Arsenault, Kaitlyn A. Cahill, Maura G. Corbin, Braden A.Daley, Morgan M. Donovan, Justin A. Hence, Evanne B. Lindsay, Brittany T.Perra, Isabella M. St.Francis, Bryan A. Toribio.

Grade 11: Cody J. Dennis, Daniel K. Golden, Brittany E. Madden, Jeremy J.Mason, Michelle M. Neal, Aaron A. Routhier, Serena L. Thomas, AutumnWalczak.

Grade 10: Seth A. Dayutis, Jacqueline R. Lagasse, Michael A. TremblayGrade 9: Nicolas R. Berthiaume, Jordan L. Cierpich, Michael D. Dzicek, Karen

L. Eaton, Kristianna J. Ferschke, Michelle E. Hull, Jonathan R. Irish, Jenna L.Miranda, Rebecca K. Nash, Christina H. Sargent, Samantha A. Snopkowski,Andrew C. Vizzachero, Anna I. White.

HONORS

Grade 12: Jonavan G. Alvarado, Ian R. Anderson Thibeault, Jacqueline A.Barnes, Kevin J. Barry, Sarah A. Benvenuti, Olivia E. Blood, Brittany L.Bourque, Sierra L. Brindle, Anthony V. Casella, Scarlett T. W. Cipro, Arianna E.Clarke, Keyra A. Crawford, Jesus E. Cruz-Pena, Sarah E. Coherty, Bryan J.Dufresne, Jared S. Duval, Shayna B. Fournier, Allison M. Gough, Erica L.Gwyther, Seth L. Hale, Jason J. Hull, Bryan J. Jernigan, Trevor R. Johnson,Tyler G. Kokemak, Jordan E. Koliss, Ashley N. Krill, Morgan R. Leake, Cullen J.McCullough, Joseph Mesite, Christopher M. Mulcahy, Naisha M. Murphy, AdamJ. Nelson, Juan R. Orta, Lauren M. Ostiguy, Danielle E. Parker, Kelsey M.Pecore, Lydia N. Perez, Tyler J. Phillips, Sean N. Powers, Amanda L. Racicot,Holly S. Racicot, Brad J. Strzelewicz, Amber L. Trudeau, Joshua J. Tyck,Shalom M. Villanueva, Erika L. Voellings, Jared J. Woodcock, Jeffrey R. Yetter.

Grade 11: Brendon E. Alicea, Nalia E.. Alicea, Gabrielle E. Bailey, Shane T.Banks, Tyler S. Barnes, Clayton J. Beaudoin, Meghan A. Bellerive, Gabrielle N.Bernier, Brittany M. Bruso, Casey M. Buffone, Ashley P. Cahill, Benjamin J.Champney, Blaine W. T. Cobb, Jeffrey G. Cotrona, Gabriel E. Cruz-Pena, MichaelJ. Daoust, Kayla M. Dustman, Bryan D. Erickson, Rebecca L. Foley, Amanda M.Fort, Abraham M. Fournier, Krystal L. Freitag, Michelle M. Guerin, ElizabethA. Hall, William D. Hanks, Edward R. Hevy, Rhianna M. Lafleche, Dylan M.Langlais, Danielle J. MacNeil, Kevin J. Maynard, Kiana M. McDonald, LoukasMironidis, Emily A.Miville, Delimar Negron-Molina, Heather E. Oslowski,Andrew R. Paquette, Andrew A. Pelc, Brian R. Quinn, Jerard R. Rice, Andrew J.Richards, Kayli A. Robar, Kayla M. Roy, Logyn M. Shea, Michael A. Torres,Ashley M. Widing, Jessica L. Winders, Christopher M. Yates, Kelsey L. Ziman.

Grade 10: Donna E. Ahaesy, Michael J. Allen, Keana L. Arel, Henry D. Baez,Jr., Bryce W. Baker, Jeffrey W. Barrett, Brandon D. Bellerive, Marquis E. Bernal,Scott C. Borowy, Katelyn E. Boudreau, Michael S. Brayton, Joshua D. Burdett,Ryan A. Chase, Jennifer N. Davie, Sarah L. Dupuis, Elizabeth M. Duquette, GinoA. Esposito, Adam L. Fournier, Caitlin E. Hammond, Christopher A. Hawes,Matthew G. Hence, Ricardo Henriquez, Jr., Jacob T. Hildreth, Hayden S.Hopkins, Matthew D. Hurton, Joshua T. Ladroga, Jacquelyn V. Litwak,Kimberly A. Marier, Mark G. Materas, Christian S. Matthews, Patrick J.McNeaney, Rebecca A. Norowski, Derek M. Painchaud, Danika L. Rhodes,Nathaniel M. Richards, Michael A. Rivard, Paul J. Robbins, Jack C. Segur,Mandi L. Strzelewicz, Marco J. Tiberil.

Grade 9: Thatcher J. Anderson, Bryan T. Ballard, Sean M. Battista, Maggie A.Beauregard, Margaret E. Bent, Thomas S. Bowser, Jr., Eric K. Burlingame,Shane M. Burlingame, Trevor L. Caouette, John F. Carmody, Jesse S. Champney,Michael J. Donnelly, Christine M. Dylewicz, Michelle M. Frost, Trevor J. Gould,Katelyn M. Halley, Nathan A. Hilli, Jacob E. Langevin, Thayne J. Latino,Brittany A. Latour, Anita M. L. Lee, Ryan J. Lewis, Andrew S. Lier, Crystal R.Litchfield, Tiana M. Maldonado, Jacob M. Marshall, Johnny Maysonet, Jr.,Ashley G. Mello, Katarina L. Miller, Kyle E. Montville, Matthew J. Moran, EricNieves, Nicole M. Nolan Toukonen, Ryan P. Nordstrom, Andrew M. Olson,Robert W. Orasz, Nicholas J. Packard, Michael S. Pantos, Jr., KaylaPerdomenico, Jonas M. Pierce, Ashley M. Reyes, Kyle M. Robert, Jacup T.Roberts, Kailey E. Rose, Hanna E. Russell, William R. Shedd, Tyler H. Simons,Harlie R. Splaine, Erin M. Tetreault, Michael J. Trudeau, Jennifer S. Tucker,Chase C. Walker, Jacob M. Walker, Harleigh J. West, Ashlynn L. Woodcock,Wlicia S. Wright.

PRINCIPAL’S LIST

Grade 12: Derek W. Allen, Rakalee B. Burdett, Stephanie N. Caputo, Daniel J.Cecchi, Camryn P. Clemmer, Justin T. Collard, Nicholas J. Dintino, Ashley N.Dube, Victoria L. Eastwine, Jarret T. Ferschke, Brian M. Flint, Brett J. Green,Jonathan R. Green, Diana R. Guillette, Richard V. Hamber, Nicholas Z. Harvey,Jessica A. Hill, Meaghan L. Krajcik, David A. Kwiecinski, Jacob R. LaPlante,Luc J. LeBlanc, Kelsey A. Lineen, Andrea J. Marble, Ryan A. Marcinkus, KarlaM. Martinez, Bryan A. McGinn, Stacey L. Olsen, Alyssa A. Provost, Jessica A.Robbins, Matthew D. Smick, Melissa S. St. George, Julie M. Tremblay, Samuel E.Varner, Wan-Ting Wang.

Grade 11: Jalaisy Alvarado, Andrew D. Boyd, Britany L. Boyle, Jessica A.Cahill, Thomas T. Cane Jr., Brennen B. Cheney, Iain W. Church, Joseph A. Clark,Michael S. Contois, Trevor R. Cormier, Tabitha M. Derosier, Carly M. Fournier,Daniel J. Hankey, Christopher M. Hart, Alvin L. Hernandez, Marc A. Jolin,Ashley K. Kobel, Jesse J. Laythe, Dylan W. LeBoeuf, Ryan M. Marcyoniak,Michael A. Martini, Timothy J. Moriarty,Gabrielle C. Nabozny, Mayralejandra Nunez,Jaime A. Paniagua, Yarleen E. Perez, ZacharyJ. Pollone, Majorie Rojas-Santos, Matthew J.Ruzzoli, Alexander B. Smith Klashka, WesleyM. Spotts, Timothy M. St.Germain, Joshua J.St. Laurent, Danielle M. Swett, Kyle S.Thibeault, Nicholas J. Thomas, BenjaminE.E. Trainor, Jacob G. Tremblay, Genoveva D.Villalobos, James P. Wilton.

Grade 10: Steven W. Albinson,, Kairlyn M.Arel, Travis M. Bashaw, Nicole L. Blackmer,Timothy B. Blood, Shane F. Byrnes, Tyler J.Chumsae, Earl J. Collier III, DeVante J. Cotto,Mason A. Cousineau, Shaughn L. DeMartino,William L. Dow, Joseph P. Dwyer-Kiley, KynanD. Egbert, Alexandra C. Faucher, Evy. G.M.Gaudette, Bryan N. Gibree, Kyle R. Gosselin,Andrew T. Gullekson, Robert W. Gustafson,Morgan E. Houghton, Kylie N. Huard, Fay C.Krause, Christopher W. Krill, Kelly A.Lincoln, Emily M. Lowell, Kendrick Marcano,Ryan J. Marcelonis, Tyler A. Martinelli King,Stephen A. Mayo, Meaghan T. Nevers, LucasM. Pare, Selena Perry, Samuel J. Spickerman,Robert D. Stetson, Brandon M. Tarves,Zachary F. Vessella, Carly-Jean L. West-Martin, Cynthia I. Sayas.

Grade 9: David P. Anderson, Austin J.Bernier, Kevin E. Berthiaume, Joshua A.Blakeney-Couture, Deion L. Burnett,Shannon P. Campbell, Alec D. Capstick, DanaL. Choiniere, Kaitlyn M. Cloutier, Ashley R.Courtemanche, Samuel M. Dana, Rachel L.Davis, Brian A. Geneva, Nicholas E. Gilfoy,Benjamin G. Gordon, Tristan S. Gould,Andrew R. Guerin, Carl E. Gustafson, HaileyE. Harding, Stephen A. Healy, Samantha L.Holland, Amanda M. Horne, Corey J. Ingalls,Danielle T. Julian, Tyler R. Kane-Gregoire,Ryan P. Lagasse, Zackary J. LaPlante, JamieL. Marshall, Emma I. Masciarelli, ,Jessica L.Mazejka, Kyle C. Meskus, Kevin OrtizSantana, Joshua L. Pecore, Jakub J. Pelic,Dustin R. Phillips, Larissa M. Piette, KevinM. Roman, Marcus J. Russo, Jillian A.St.Pierre, Courtney E. Thacker, Rhaya D.Winsky, Kayla L. Woodward.

HIGH HONORS

Grade 9: Anna Bogdan, Ryan Bowen, MichaelaBrown, Katherine Dalton, Jacqueline Dayutis,Jamie Fontaine, Joshua Lavallee, Terry Lytle,Jackson Paul, Samuel Shea, Allyson Shogren,Amanda Stockman.

Grade 10: Braden Auger, Justin Clayfield, RachelClogston, Kayla Fontaine, Daniel Fraser, SydneyIngel, Taylor Joubert, Samantha Kuchinski,Christine LaCroix, Lauren Preston, Chelsea White,Ashley White.

Grade 11: Laura Bouvier, Ryan Fahey, JacquelynHicks, Angela LaFountain, Kayla Pugliese,Christopher Wallace.

Grade 12: Taylor Benninger, Casey Grant,Melissa Groccia, David Lacroix, Elizabeth Lammi,Samuel Louison, Terri Morrison, ChristineMullen, Julia Rondeau.

HONORS

Grade 9: Tyler Abraham, Yvonne Banyai,Brandon Benoit, Samuel Cantillon, Draven Casey,Nicole Cummings, Kristen Curren, Miranda Daab,Tristan Day, Brendan Ebol, Lydia Fahey, AustinFitman, Taylor Houston, Danielle Huston,Mercedes Jerome, Casey Lacaire, SamanthaLaPrad, Emily Martin, Savannah Mattei, ZacharyMcNulty, Constance Morgan-Poirier, KylieO’Rourke, Karisa Paradis, KaylaPaulauskas, Stephen Remillard,Steven Rutter, TobiasSimonovitch, Trevor Spence,Robbie VanDyke, Emily Wright,Miranda Zarr

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The planthat went

awry

What do the Beach Boys, an air-port, a jacket, and LynyrdSkynyrd’s “Free Bird” have incommon?

Buckle up — you’reabout to find out!

Valentine’s Day was thisweek, but in the Minorhouse, next week is ananniversary of sorts aswell — the anniversary ofwhen I asked my wife tomarry me.

The story of how I endedup on one knee is one filledwith great tact, fun, panicand awkward confusion.

It all started in January2007. I had known for awhile that I was ready topop the question, so underthe cover of “I’m going to

get a haircut,” I sneaked over to a jewelryshop to look at some rings. I had a nice littletax return that year, and I promised myself Iwould use every last cent of it to purchasethe best ring I could.

Going in, I didn’t know that I would actu-ally purchase one that day, but an hour later,there I was, ring in hand, wondering how Iwas going to pop the question.

Luckily, about a month earlier, I had pur-chased a pair of Beach Boys tickets atMohegan Sun. The group, at the time, wasmy wife’s favorite band, and the light bulbabove my head suddenly shone brightly.

The only questions was — where?I certainly wasn’t going to get down on one

knee in front of an entire arena of scream-ing Beach Boys fans, and really, anywhere atMohegan Sun was out of the question. I did-n’t want to make a public spectacle out of itafter all.

Then, another idea popped into my head.On the way home from Mohegan Sun is an

airport in Windham, Conn., a small littlepiece of property with an elevated walkingtrain on it. From the outside looking in, it’syour typical airport. But at night, it turnsinto something else — something magical.

When the sun goes down, the airportlights come on, and combined with the run-way lights and the giant rotating spotlight atthe other end of the tarmac, this airport wasabsolutely beautiful at night.

We’ve taken the walk before at this air-port, and enjoyed it immensely, so I knewthat this would be where I would get onbended knee.

It didn’t exactly work out that way.The concert itself was great, a lot better

than I was expecting, and with an engage-ment ring burning a hole in my jacket pock-et, I have to admit I probably didn’t enjoy theconcert as much as I would have otherwise.

By the end of the concert, I was starting toget nervous.

“So, what do you want to do now? Thenight is early yet,” I said as we approachedthe escalators near the exit at the front ofthe casino. “Want to take a walk at our air-port?”

My plan was about to come crashingdown.

“Nah,” she replied, taking a little time tothink about it as we exited the facility. “It’sfreezing out, and I don’t have my winterjacket.”

No! How could I be so stupid? It’s Feb. 19,the dead of winter, and my plan was to takea walk outside?

“You sure?” I asked, desperate to changeher mind, but not seem like anything elsewas going on. “You can have mine.”

That’s right, I was willing to freeze.“Nah, let’s just get dinner and go home.”So, Plan B it was. Only, I didn’t have a Plan

B.During dinner at Applebee’s, we talked

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To the Editor:The greatest generation lived through the

depression.They fought the world’s largest war, World

War II. Soon they will just be a memory — afootnote in U.S. history. Two generationslater — what have we done? They say histo-ry repeats itself. Our economy is in the tank.All of our jobs are gone. Our elected leadersare full of empty promises to turn thingsaround. I don’t care what party you belongto if any. You are an American first and fore-most.

We elected these, our public officials toserve us, not to abuse us. That is just whatthey are doing. The bottom line of thiswhole problem is oil. Every time Wall St.speculates the price on what might happenin the future it keeps jumping up. The presi-dent and Congress turn a blind eye to theproblem because they were put in office bythe oil companies. Greed — that is our coun-

try’s new legacy.America needs a hero. Someone with the

power to stand up for what is right andstraighten this mess out before it’s too late.The real heroes today are the people work-ing two jobs to try to put food on the table fortheir kids. The military, who just spent 10years fighting a war we could not win, andcontinue to fight today. President’s Day iscoming soon. Our forefathers, the first patri-ots fought for America’s freedom. It is timewe made this country strong again. There isa solution to every problem. We should notbe in this mess in the first place. There is adark cloud hanging over us. Now, lets find away out of it. Make America strong again. Itcan be done. Talk is cheap. It is time foraction. God bless America.

ROBERT BANTHIN

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Time to make America strong again

To the Editor:Rainy, snow covered landscape in

Washington, D.C.This was the setting for the Jan. 23 March

for Life Rally.The thought makes one shiver that this is

the 39th anniversary of legalized abortion.Fifty four million lost lives along with thegift to society gone forever. Insane self-inflicted genocide of our own. True crimesagainst humanity.

The bone chilling cold was a physicalwake up call as to why we were there.Throngs of young men and women by thethousands. Religious leaders, mothers,fathers, children, and grandparents from allover the country. A voice and physical pres-ence for the most vulnerable. There forthose in the womb, doctors office, researchtest tube, hospital, nursing complex, institu-tion, or even in their own home, just to namea few places.

Spiritually, our nation is morally bank-

rupt. These self-inflicted social wounds ofabortion and assaults on life have taken atoll. They could prove to be terminal for ourcountries existence. We are at a crossroadsof epic proportion. It could not be clearerthan black and white. No longer whole, wehave been torn apart, becoming a culture ofdeath. There are those for life, no execu-tions, and those who are not. The demarca-tion line has been drawn. Those for lifeunderstand the present and impending dan-ger. The others either don’t understand orcould care less.

People of life are energized and filled withlight and love for all. The others oblivious orindifferent are filled with themselves.People of life welcome you, come one, comeall. Join us, you will never be the same pro-tecting life, liberty, and justice for all!

JOSEPH E. DECOFF IISPENCER

Shivering for life

To the Editor:A recent AP news article had the follow-

ing headline — “Federal Workers Owe $3.4Billion in Taxes.”

The article was reporting on an 2010 IRSstudy that found that 279,000 federal employ-ees owed billions in income taxes. Theseemployees work for the House, Senate andPresident Barack Obama’s executive office.

It appears that our government is unableto manage itself. To have such a large num-ber of delinquent taxpayers working for thefederal government sends the wrong mes-sage to law abiding American workers andtaxpayers.

How can President Obama talk aboutmore programs/taxes when his administra-tion lacks the will and the skill to managethe present system? How many years havethese delinquencies been going on?

What is IRS doing about it? If this was you

or me, our property would have a lienattached, our income would be garnishedand we could go to jail. Why is Washingtonallowed to play by a different set of rules?

Our democratic republic succeedsbecause of our religious foundation and therule of law. Without penalties forscofflaws/public employees being heldaccountable, we have a system that will notsurvive.

The November election looms as a criticalevent in our history. All incumbents prior to2010 must go. Be a part of the electionprocess. Pay attention to the issues, getinvolved in a campaign and vote for positivechange in 2012. If we lose the rule of law, wewill become a country in ruins.

WILLIAM KING

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Against my better judgment, one nightlast week I answered the phone.This was in the evening, when I knowbetter. We have caller ID (sort of – the

robotic female voice isn’t very helpful: she says,“Weary-less caller” for “wireless caller” and“Yewer helath plan” for “Your Health Plan”),and this particular caller did NOT have an “800”area code – a typical telemarketer giveaway. So I

took a chance.Wrong!Despite having a “regular”

area code, the caller wasindeed a telemarketer,although I’m sure she consid-ers herself a medicalresearcher or somethinghigher-falutin than yourbasic telephonic pest. Wrongagain!

Not to disparage this par-ticular medical surveyor; shewas polite, sweet sounding,occasionally apologetic, andconsiderate throughout. It’sthe “throughout” part thatmade her call ultimately sograting.

How long can a “helpfulmedical survey” take, I wondered as she intro-duced herself. “Arrgghh!” I said to myself. “NowI’ve made actual contact and I can’t just hangup!” Besides, she iterated – and reiterated – thatI didn’t have to answer any of her questions –but it sure would be appreciated, and helpful, ifI DID.

So we began. As a baby boomer and partici-pant/survivor of the ’60s, I possessed enoughcynicism to snicker at her claims that the sur-vey info would remain private and anonymousand could never be traced back to the surveyee– in this case me. She already had my phonenumber, and when I declined to give the name ofthe town in which I live, her next question was,“What’s your zip code?”

DUH! I’ve seen enough NCIS episodes toknow that anyone can be traced back to his/herpersonal ID by way of supercomputer, super-market scan card, or any of a dozen other elec-tronic surveillance devices, so why pretend thisinformation could not lead them back preciselyto my very doorstep?

But as I say, she was kind, soft-spoken, andconsiderate. She deserved at least a modicum ofcivility from me, which is why we began thesurvey (after the initial “non-identifying” iden-tification session) with some questions aboutmy healthcare (or helathcare, if you prefer)plans and my own assessment of my generalhealth: “Would you say you are very healthy,somewhat healthy, sick as a dog, dead, some-what dead, or mummified and awaiting exhu-mation for display in a major urban natural his-tory museum?”

While the questioning began in these some-what general terms, my interrogator eventuallygot more specific, as she inquired about mypropensity for diabetes, the condition of myliver and kidneys (and a few body parts aboutwhose functions I’m still not quite sure), and theadroitness of my main medical practitioner(“Do you most often see a family practitioner, aspecialist, a nurse practitioner, an intern, a kidwith the “Operation” game in his closet, a witchdoctor, a chiropractor, a Ouija board practition-er, or Dr. Oz?”) in offering helpful medicaladvice, detailed follow-up information, andeither surgical or pharmacological solutions tomy most pressing medical problems.

My memory didn’t serve me well at times, asshe wanted to know when my last roto-rooterexam (colonoscopy) had taken place, and if mylast Tetanus shot had included the pertussisshot as well. There were questions dealing withthe amount of exercise I get (or don’t get), myability to walk either across the street or morethan a mile, and somewhat personal inquisi-tions into the frequency with which I use intra-venous drugs (“Have you within the last week…?”) or had anal or oral sex, with or without acondom, of a heterosexual or homosexual ortransgendered nature, and a few other things Iwondered how this sweet young surveyor couldask without blushing herself (and myself) intoa dead faint.

I was disappointed when my declaration that“No, I am NOT Chaz Bono!” did not elicit atleast a chuckle, but then again, maybe she hasnot had time to follow the tabloids and the TV“talent” shows, seeing as she’s tied up (so tospeak – yes, there were even questions aboutbeing abused, in every possible way) with inqui-sitions about everybody else’s mental and phys-ical well-being. My depression and suicidal ten-dencies were frequently addressed – and actual-ly began to surface after about 25 minutes ofnon-stop questioning.

She was so thorough, in fact, that she mightas well have asked me if the doctors who treat-ed my Hodgkins disease nearly 50 years ago pro-vided me with detailed written descriptions ofmy cancer treatments! Oh, wait – she DID askthat! Who can remember? Who’s ALIVE toremember?

Just as I was about to ask HER when I mightexpect her interrogations to conclude, sheasked, “Would you be willing to take part in afollow-up interview at some later date?” Afterabout a millisecond of very deep thought, Ireplied, “No, thank you!” to what turned out tobe her very last question.

I asked her to remind me on whose behalf shewas calling, and she said the survey was a proj-ect of the Massachusetts Department of PublicHealth and that my information had been veryhelpful and was greatly appreciated. I can’t waitfor the unveiling of the statewide surveyresults: “Of the 100,287 people phoned and theONE actual respondent, 100 percent of thoseinterviewed said … !”

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VIEWPOINTYour retirement savings strategy

February is a goodtime to reviewyour retirementsavings strategy.

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Fund your IRA by the deadline. Ifyou were under the age of 50 byyear-end 2011, you can contribute

up to $5,000 to your individ-ual retirement account byApril 17. If you were overage 50 during 2011, you canadd $1,000 to that amount.If you were eligible to par-ticipate in an employerplan during 2011, however,be aware that IRA contri-butions are limited basedon your income. Theincome phase-out limits for2011 start at $56,000 for sin-gle taxpayers and $90,000for married taxpayers fil-ing jointly.

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Get your beneficiaries in order.Each year, it makes sense to reviewwhether the designated beneficiar-ies of your retirement accountsand insurance policies are correct.

If you have lost a relative, gottendivorced or if any family circum-stances have changed, you need tobe sure that your money will go towho you want it to after you die.This is also important for anyinvestments or other assets thatyou hold jointly with someone else.Be sure that those owner relation-ships reflect your current wishes.

Check your will and powers ofattorney. Retirement and estateplanning should go hand-in-hand.You need to make sure that anyassets that you don’t spend in yourretirement go to the right peopleafter your death and that may affecthow you plan. Check to see that allthe names in your will are correctand that your health and durablepowers of attorney are up to date. Ifyou have never had these docu-ments drawn up, do so this year.

Talk to your children. If you haveadult children and you areapproaching retirement, make thisthe year that you talk to them aboutyour retirement, estate and long-term care plans. If you don’t have aplan for long-term care, then youneed one. Talk with your financialadviser about allocating your

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Anne is an independent, fee-onlyCertified Financial Planner and aMassachusetts RegisteredInvestment Advisor. She is located inNorth Brookfield and can be reachedat 508-867-8123 and [email protected].

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Around the cornerfrom Grand CentralStation is the NewYork Public Library.

As I walked past the build-ing’s famous façade and stonelions, the banner hanging fromone of its regal columnscaught my eye: VirginiaWoolf ’s diaries on display.

The library opens in theafternoon on Saturdays, and I was among thefirst ones inside, waiting to see some of thelibrary’s collection on display in an exhibi-tion dedicated to the celebration of its cen-tennial.

I made a bee-line for Woolf ’s diaries, butwas disappointed to see that only one pagewas on display, and that her dark ink scrawlis difficult to read. I should have known this,having seen images of these hand-writtenpages before. But in books the pages can bemagnified so that decades-old script can bedecoded. I spent an entire summer in college

transcribing various hand-written versions of a play bythe Irish poet W. B. Yeats for aprofessor’s book. The abilityto take the images of the orig-inals on a DVD and put themon a big screen made the proj-ect seem less impossible at thetime.

In any case, I spent a fewgood minutes with Woolf ’s

diaries before turning my gaze toward theother artifacts on display.

In the American corner, there was the finalhand-written draft of George Washington’sFarewell Address, which was never actuallydelivered. Instead, it was printed in theAmerican Daily Advertiser in 1796. Othernewspapers immediately followed suit, and apamphlet of the text was printed as well.

Not far away was one of the five fair(unedited) copies of the Declaration ofIndependence that Thomas Jefferson handwrote between July 4 and 10, 1776.

Malcolm X’s journals were on display, andJack Kerouac’s notes for his classic On theRoad were not far away. There was a pagewritten by Jorge Luis Borges, and a letterfrom Pablo Picasso.

The original Winnie the Pooh and hisfriends are preserved under glass in a backcorner, where they have lived since 1987, andchildren’s books from the 1940s comprisedthe rest of that corner of the exhibit.

The best part, however, was the corner ofBritish writers’ things.

There was a small lap desk of one of theBronte sisters, along with a miniature note-book of scribblings. It brought back memo-ries of visiting the Bronte’s house in Englanda couple of years ago—a cramped but uprightparsonage situated between grassy fields andthe cobblestone main street of a small town,complete with pubs and tea shops. The insideof the house had been dim, despite the sum-mer sun, and the lap desk somehow bore astamp of that environment.

And, not too far away, I found a long lock of

hair, snipped by Mary Shelley, the author ofFrankenstein, mailed in an 1815 to a malecompanion. It seems macabre now, but it was(more) commonplace in the 19th centurythan it was today.

One thing that was never commonplace,however, was harboring a love of your catnamed Bob so much that, upon his death, youdetach his paw, preserve and stuff it, andmake it a part of your favorite utilitarianobject: your letter-opener.

Charles Dickens’ cat’s paw is perfectly pre-served on as the handle to his letter opener,more than 100 years after Bob’s death.

Who said wandering around a library hadto have anything to do with books?

Kristina Reardon, of Uxbridge, is aStonebridge Press columnist. You can reachher at [email protected], and youcan find out more about the NYPL’s 100-yearcelebration exhibit—or even visit the digitalgallery—at nypl.org.

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Explore the world of international investmentsY

ou’re probably accustomedto measuring the progress ofyour investments, and theoverall condition of the

investment world, by checking onindexes such as the Dow JonesIndustrial Average and the S&P 500.

And since these types of bench-marks focus almost exclusively onAmerican companies, you might getthe idea that the best investments arelocated right here in the UnitedStates. But that impression would befalse — because there are, literally, aworld of investment opportunitiesbeyond the U.S. borders.

In fact, as of the end of 2010, U.S.stock markets constituted less than a third ofthe total global stock market value, according tothe World Bank. And you can probably just lookaround at the products you use in your daily life

to identify many successful foreign com-panies.

Why invest a portion of your portfoliointernationally? Here are a couple ofreasons to consider:

Growth potential — The United Statesis a mature, highly developed economy.That doesn’t mean, of course, that wehave no “upside” here. However, you canalso find considerable growth potentialin emerging markets — countries suchas China, India, Brazil and Mexico thatare characterized by younger, lessmature economies.

Diversification — The world’s finan-cial markets are somewhat dependenton one another, but that doesn’t mean

they constantly move in unison. In any givenyear, the U.S. markets may be down, but inter-national markets might be doing better.Consequently, if during that year, you had

invested only in U.S. companies, your portfoliomay have taken a hit. It’s important to diversifyyour portfolio by investing in many differentvehicles, but you can also boost your diversifi-cation through geography. (Keep in mind,though, that diversification can’t guarantee aprofit or protect against loss.)

While international investing can be benefi-cial, it does not come without risks. For onething, when you invest overseas, you mayencounter political instability, which couldthreaten the financial markets of a country orregion. Conversely, financial problems, such asthe European debt crisis, can result in loss ofconfidence in individual governments. Also,you might experience currency risk, whichmeans that changes in the value of the U.S. dol-lar relative to foreign currencies could harmthe value of your investments. And in any givenyear, any market, foreign or domestic, may bedown.

Ultimately, you should probably limit yourexposure to international investments to nomore than 20 percent to 25 percent of your over-all portfolio, with the exact amount, if any,depending on your situation — your goals, risktolerance, time horizon, financial situation andother factors. You may also want add an inter-national flavor to your portfolio by investing inquality U.S. companies that do a considerableamount of business abroad. In any case, giventhe more complex nature of internationalinvesting, you’ll want to consult with a finan-cial professional before writing a check.

Still, consider the international investmentworld. With a little exploring, you may discoversome good possibilities out there.

This article was written by Edward Jones foruse by your local Edward Jones FinancialAdvisor. Please call Jeff Burdick, your localEdward Jones Financial Advisor in Sturbridge,at 508-347-1420.

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WEST BROOKFIELD —Representatives from sever-al local fire departmentsgathered Tuesday, Jan. 31 atthe West Brookfield fire sta-tion to get money from thestate Department ofConservation andRecreation.

The DCR awarded nearly$80,000 in Volunteer FireAssistance grants to 51 com-munities across the state —including Brimfield($1,300), West Brookfield($2,000), Warren ($1,988),Brookfield ($1,545), Wales($2,000) and Sutton ($1,004).

Funding for VolunteerFire Assistance grants isprovided by the UnitedStates Department ofAgriculture Forest Serviceand administered by theDCR’s Forest Fire ControlBureau on a 50 percent

reimbursement basis.Reimbursement amountsare capped at $2,000.

The Volunteer FireAssistance Program isauthorized by theCooperative ForestryAssistance Act of 1978. Thisgrant was offered to all non-profit rural call or volun-teer fire departments thatprovide service primarily toa community or city with apopulation of 10,000 or less.Fire departments must bemade up of at least 80 per-cent call or volunteer fire-fighters and be recognizedas a department under statelaw.

Funds are dispersedthrough the CooperativeFire Protection and theNational Fire Plan’s“Communities at Risk”monies. The money for

Brimfield and Brookfieldcame from the CFP pro-gram; the rest were fromthe NFP program.

The grants assist smallercommunities with volun-teer fire departments thatuse these funds to purchasesupplies and equipment toaid in fire prevention andmanagement efforts.Eligible proposed projectsare those within firefightersafety, technology transferand rural fire defense. High-risk communities next tofederal lands, communitiesworking in partnershipwith federal firefightingagencies in responding towildland fires and high-riskcommunities within thestate not associated withfederal lands are consideredfor the award.

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State and local officials gathered at the West Brookfield fire station Tuesday, Jan. 31 for the distribu-tion of Volunteer Fire Assistance grants from the Department of Conservation and Recreation.

Local fire departments getstate assistance grants

High School NotebookFeb. 8Leicester 54, David Prouty 43 — Behind 17

points from Mike Ferraro, 11 points fromCorey Matthews and 10 more from MykeemMinton, the Leicester boys’ basketball teamearned its first victory over the season.

Stephen Beahn and Zach Howard eachscored 10 points for the Panthers (4-13).

Feb. 11-12Tantasqua swimming at sectionals — The

Warriors’ coed swim team took part in sec-tionals at MIT. The girls participated Feb. 11,while the boys followed on Feb. 12.

Devinne Aquadro, Erin Donovan, MaddieDupre, Kendra Iller, Misty O’Brien, EmilySerio and Bridget Shreve all competed forTantasqua. The medley relay team of

Donovan, Shreve, Aquadro and O’Brienplaced 12th. Donovan broke the school recordin the 200 IM. The 200 free relay team finished9th as Dupre, the anchor, swim beautifully.Aquadro, O’Brien and Shreve also swam inthe race, and they broke the school record.Donovan finished 9th in the 100 back. The 400free relay team of O’Brien, Dupre, Iller andDonovan placed 11th. All three relay teams,plus Donovan in the 100 back and 100 free,will compete at States.

Remi Lamothe represented the Warriorsfor boys’ swimmers, participating in the 50and 100 freestyle. Lamothe will swim in the 50free at states. He is the first boy to go to sec-tionals since 2007 and the first to go to statessince 2006.

Tantasqua to host free volleyballclinic at Jr. High

The Tantasqua Jr. High 2012 Girls’Volleyball Clinic will be offered for girls ingrades 7-8 for two weeks in March.

Players will learn the basic fundamentalskills of volleyball — passing, setting, spik-ing, blocking and serving — as well as courtpositioning for offense and defense. No expe-rience is necessary. This is a fun, introducto-ry learning experience into the sport of vol-leyball. The free clinic will be instructed byTantasqua varsity volleyball coach StephanieRousseau.

Sessions will be from 2 to 4:45 p.m.Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays,March 6-8 and 13-15 in the junior high schoolgym.

Signups will be located in the cafeteria. Ifyou have any questions, please contact CoachRousseau at [email protected].

Team Mass Boys AAU Basketballset to hold tryouts

Team Mass Boys AAU Basketball will holdtryouts on Saturday, Feb. 18 and 25 atTantasqua Junior High School on BrookfieldRoad in Fiskdale. Age breakdowns are as fol-lows: U10, U11 and U12 from 10 to 11:30 a.m.,U13 and U14 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., and U16and U17 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Please bring abirth certificate, $20 tryout fee and arrive 15minutes early. In case of inclement weathercheck the website (teammassboys.com) theday of the tryout. Coaches are also alwaysneeded.


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Cougars use height advantage to rebound past PioneersBY NICK ETHIER

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SOUTHBRIDGE — After a slowstart, the Quaboag girls’ basketballteam rebounded, defended andscored its way past Southbridge onFeb. 7. Leading 14-13 though onequarter, the Cougars won the sec-ond quarter 14-1 and the third 21-10to lead 49-24 with a period to play.Quaboag went on to win, 58-42.

“We made some adjustments atthe half,” said Quaboag coach AlButton. “They were putting somepressure on the bigs down low.We’re happy with [the adjust-ments].”

Both Brittany Herring andColleen Morin — the two Cougarsforwards/centers — finished withstrong numbers. Morin (5 points, 8rebounds) was productive in thefirst half before playing selectivelyin the second due to foul trouble.But Herring was there to pick upthe slack, as she scored 9 of her 11points in the second half. Herringalso had 14 rebounds.

“They have a lot of height, obvi-ously,” said Southbridge coachElvin Rodriguez, as Herring andMorin are both listed at over 6-feet,a luxury the Pioneers do not have.

Overall, the Cougars won therebounding battle 54-30. When

Morin or Herring needed abreather, Jessica McCann (8 points,10 rebounds) let her presence beknown. Teammate Ariana Plantesecured 9 more rebounds forQuaboag.

The first quarter was more of aback-and-forth affair, asSouthbridge jumped out to a 7-2lead behind the play of TanaishaEspino (24 points) and Ariana Rivas(10 points). But a Plante hoop andJessica Korzec (11 points) freethrow gave the Cougars the leadheading into the second quarter.

Quaboag didn’t relinquish a sec-ond quarter point until there was3:30 to play until halftime, butButton wasn’t pleased that his teamonly scored 14 points — mostlyfrom the outside, despite the dis-tinct size advantage — and couldn’tput the game away.

“This is a place where I alwayshave a lot of pressure in the firsthalf. We’re never comfortable inthat halftime locker room,” he said.

Rodriguez was concerned thathis team scored a single point in theframe because of missed opportu-nities.

“We missed a lot of layups,” hesaid. “I can count in my head 12missed layups in the game.”

Korzec and Herring each had a pair of hoops — Herring’s fromclose range — to open the thirdquarter, and the lead blossomed to36-15.

Quaboag’s interior offense finallyshowed some promise and itsdefense played stronger, and theCougars held a 25-point lead head-ing into the fourth quarter.

“It’s getting there,” Button said ofthe defense. “We’re definitely awork in progress.”

Southbridge won fourth quarterscoring 18-9, but it was too little, toolate.

Quaboag improved to 11-4, whilethe Pioneers dropped to 9-8.

“I’m not that concerned,”Rodriguez said. “They get intimi-dated when they play a big teamlike that.”

One thing that could be concern-ing is Southbridge’s free throwshooting. The Pioneers went 15 of30 from the line in their last gamevs. Leicester and hit just 11 of 28freebies against the Cougars.

“We’ve been doing free throws forthe past week and a half,”Rodriguez said, adding that morefoul shots will be taken in the prac-tices leading up to their next game.

With three regular season gamesto go, Southbridge needs one victo-ry to advance to the Central Mass.Division 3 district tournament, abracket Quaboag has owned overthe past decade.

“That’s what we’re trying tobecome, a Division 3 powerhouse,”Rodriguez said, citing that theCougars are the Gold Standard.“They are one of the top D3 teamsevery year. They win champi-onships left and right.”

Rodriguez hopes his team willsecure win No. 10 in its next con-test, Feb. 14 at Bartlett.

“We need 10,” he said. “Theywant to make it and I want them tomake it.”

Nick Ethier photos

Lauren Lacaire of Quaboag flings a pass over to teammate Jessica McCann.

Quaboag’s Jessica McCann takes a look at the basket before attempting a baselinejump shot.

Jessica Korzec of Quaboag sneaks inside of the Southbridge defense and takes alayup.

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BY NICK ETHIERSPORTS STAFF WRITER

AUBURN — The Auburn girls’ basketballteam is known for its intensity and fast-pacedprowess, but neither of the attributes wereon display in the first half of its game withTantasqua on Feb. 10. Because of it theWarriors led 17-16 at halftime.

But things changed in the second half, asthe Rockets won the third and fourth quar-ters by a cumulative score of 32-20 to win by11 points, 48-37.

“That was not our team in the first half ofthe game,” said Auburn head coach EllenKaschuluk. “It could have been the combina-tion of emotions from Senior Night [and] thefact that it’s Friday. We rarely play onFriday’s. Even when I went into the lockerroom [before] the game they were uncharac-teristically lax.”

At the halftime break, Kaschuluk and Co.knew that things needed to change in orderto win the game.

“We all agreed that we weren’t playing ourgame,” she said. “We were allowing[Tantasqua] to control the speed of the game,and we needed to take it back for ourselves.We came out of the locker room in the secondhalf ready to go.”

Auburn’s Sarah Palace tied the game at 26-26 — the fourth lead change of the third quar-ter — with a 3-pointer and followed withanother trey to give her team the lead forgood.

“We asked one person to start a spark,”said Kaschuluk.

Erin Scanlon — along with Palace — werethe two spark-starters, as Scanlon buried twodeep jumpers after the Palace 3-pointers togive the Rockets a 33-27 lead after three quar-ters.

“They took it upon themselves to get thegame going,” Kaschuluk said of Palace andScanlon. “If there is a player that can do it,it’s Erin Scanlon. Her and Sarah have the

ability to work off of each other. I think thatit picked up the game for the whole team.”

Tantasqua coach Tom Goyette knew thatthe tides were beginning to turn in the sec-ond half, as the Warriors’ shots weren’tfalling, they were getting out-rebounded andthe Rockets’ intensity picked up immensely.

“We started to struggle to score in the sec-ond half,” he said. “We didn’t rebound well inthe second half, but the kids played hard.”

Scanlon continued her hot streak with a 3-pointer in the opening moments of the fourthquarter, extending the lead to double-digitterritory at 37-27. Another Scanlon trey laterin the frame made it 42-31.

Olivia Brooks sunk a 3-pointer to bring theWarriors within 10 points, 44-34, butAuburn’s Jenna Scanlon sealed the victorywith a steal and coast-to-coast layup to makeit 48-37 — the game’s final score.

“Jenna is a spark on the floor,” Kaschuluksaid of the senior Scanlon, who finished with8 points. “She adds a little mischief to thegame. She’s fun and has that intensity.”

Auburn’s other senior, Rachel Gillies, didher typical terrific work down low, grabbinga game high 12 rebounds.

“She works hard. She does all of the littlethings that people don’t often recognize,”Kaschuluk said of Gillies. “She has thesteals, she plays hard defense [and] sherebounds.”

Palace (16 points, 9 rebounds) and ErinScanlon (14 points) scored 28 of their com-bined 30 points in the second half, as theRockets improved to 12-5.

Meanwhile, Tantasqua slipped to 9-10 andstill needs one more victory to advance to theCentral Mass. Division 1 district tourna-ment.

“Auburn’s tough. Auburn’s been playingwell,” Goyette said. “It [a chance at victory]was there. I thought we played a good firsthalf.”

Brooks (11 points) buried a 3-pointer fromNBA range to give her team a 10-5 lead, andthe advantage was 11-5 after the first quarter.

Also playing well for Tantasqua wereClaudia Fleshman (12 points), Melissa Frio (8points) and Amanda Martin (9 rebounds).

But with the loss the Warriors are in amust-win situation in their regular seasonfinale vs. St. Peter-Marian, to be played Feb.16.

“That’s a game where we win we’re in, andif we don’t our season will be over,” he said.“Our fate is in our own hands. It’s a greatopportunity for us to rise to the occasion andhopefully get to the districts.”


SPORTSSecond half rally falls short for Minutemen

CHARLTON — For the Bay Pathgirls’ basketball team, a poor firsthalf was the difference maker intheir 33-22 loss to Advanced Mathand Science Academy on Feb. 8. TheEagles led 8-4 after one quarter andwon second quarter scoring 16-4 tohold a 24-8 advantage at the half-time break.

Advanced Math and ScienceAcademy’s Sarah Seymour was theindividual difference maker in thefirst half, as she scored 12 pointsand grabbed 10 rebounds betweenthe two quarters. Overall, Seymourfinished with 15 points and 16rebounds.

The Minutemen played better inthe second half, though, and scored

the first 6 points of the third quar-ter to cut the deficit down to 24-14.Bay Path won the quarter 9-2 to trail26-17 heading into the final eight-minute stanza.

After an Eagles free throw, theMinutemen once again closed thegap, this time with a GabrielleBailey hoop, Keila Vasquez basketand a free throw from Vasquez.

Bay Path made it a five-pointgame, 27-22, but Advanced Mathand Science Academy scored thefinal 6 points to put it out of reach.

Vasquez led the Minutemen (1-17)with 7 points and 10 rebounds.Bailey added 7 points, while NicoleBlackmer collected a team leading 9rebounds.

Meghan Blackmer of Bay Path bounces apass down low into the paint.

Rockets reclaim intensity in second half to down Warriors

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Tantasqua’s Melissa Frio looks toward a teammatebefore making a pass.

BY NICK ETHIERSPORTS STAFF WRITER

The 73rd annual Clark Tournament — forsome the highlight of the boys’ high schoolbasketball season — has announced its 16-team field with the pairings and times ofgames also made public.

The first day of action is set for Sunday,Feb. 19, with the Small School quarterfinals.Leading off is the 1 p.m. contest between No.3 Uxbridge — the defending Small Schoolchampions — and No. 6 Hopedale. Littleton,seeded second, and No. 7 Oxford follow with a2:45 p.m. tip-off before a slight break in theaction. At 6 p.m. action resumes with No. 4North Brookfield taking on No. 5 Bartlett andthe nightcap features top seeded Quaboagsquaring off with No. 8 West Boylston.

The four winners will advance to the semi-final round, to be played Feb. 21. The No. 3 vs.No. 6 winner will play the No. 2 vs. No. 7 vic-tor at 6 p.m., with the other semi contest tofollow at 7:45 p.m.

The Small School championship game willtake place Feb. 25 at 6 p.m.

Meanwhile, the Large School bracket willcommence on Monday, Feb. 20. Quarterfinalgames begin at 1 p.m., with No. 3 Groton-Dunstable facing No. 6 Lunenburg. Next up isNo. 2 Northbridge — last year’s champion —vs. No. 7 Auburn at 2:45 p.m. After a slightbreak, No. 4 Clinton will play No. 5 ShepherdHill at 6 p.m. with No. 1 Quabbin and No. 8Assabet finishing things up at 7:45 p.m.

The semifinal games will be played Feb. 23,with the No. 3 vs. No. 6 winner against theNo. 2 vs. No. 7 winner at 6 p.m. and the secondgame to follow at 7:45 p.m.

The Large School championship game willtake place Feb. 25 at 7:45 p.m., after the con-clusion of the Small School final.

All games will be played at the KnellerAthletic Center on the campus of ClarkUniversity.

Clark Tournamentbrackets announced

Olivia Brooks of Tantasqua sets her feet beforeshooting a 3-pointer.

Nick Ethier photos

Bay Path’s Nicole Blackmer tries to take a shot before thedefending hand of an Advanced Math and Science Academyplayer swipes at the ball.

Morgan Houghton of Bay Path, left, and Advanced Math andScience Academy’s Sarah Seymour jump for possession onthe opening tap.

Ar right,Gabrielle Baileyof Bay Patheyes the rimbefore attempt-ing a jumpshot. Far right,Bay Path’s JenaDesroches (22)is introducedinto the start-ing lineup.

Bay Path’s Keila Vasquez dribbles theball down the court before converting alayup.


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Tantasqua’s Nick Pechie (6 points) hit abaseline jumper with under three minutes toplay to bring the Warriors within 34-33, butWells finished the game on a 6-1 run to closeit out.

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“I’m advocating on the sideof candidates who mighthave another job, and mightnot want to go in front of thepublic and the press thatthey are applying for anotherjob,” said School Committeemember Peter Preble, ofSouthbridge.

The search subcommitteewill be selected and appoint-ed by School CommitteeChairman Alfred Reich. Thenumber of school committeemembers to be on the sub-committee is yet to be deter-mined, but Reich said he alsoplans to appoint teachers andadministrative officials toparticipate in the search

process, something theentire school committeethinks will be helpful in fill-ing the position currentSuperintendent DavidPapagni will leave openwhen he retires at the end ofthe school year.

“We work with the super-intendent on an outsidebasis, but [teachers and fac-ulty] work with them on aday-to-day basis,” said SchoolCommittee member Dr. ReneHamel, of Oxford. “We need

them to sit on the subcom-mittee to ask the questionsthat are important to themand help in the selection.”

The subcommittee willconduct interviews in aclosed-door setting, andmake a recommendation tothe full school committee,who as a group will make theultimate decision.

The school committee alsovoted at the meeting to con-sult with a representativefrom the Mass. Associationof School Committees asthey begin the process offinding a new superintend-ent, at no cost to the district.The committee will meetwith the representative onFeb. 15 for guidance as theymove forward with thesearch and hiring process.

Also at Monday’s meeting,

Papagni announced that BayPath will partner withNichols College for theACCESS Program next year,allowing students to takeundergraduate courses at adiscounted rate, and earncredits transferrable to a twoor four year college. The highschool will even offerbussing to and from the col-lege for juniors and seniorswho participate in the pro-gram, however not all learn-ing will be on campus asACCESS instruction is pre-sented in a blended class-room and online format.

“The purpose of this pro-gram is to give students theopportunity to demonstratetheir ability to do college-level work and acquire skillsthat will help them succeednot only in college but also in

their remaining high schoolcourses,” Papagni told theschool committee.

Bay Path is one of a hand-ful of local schools to jumpon board with NicholsCollege, after the ACCESSProgram’s success withinthe Dudley-CharltonRegional School District thisyear. ACCESS courses thatwill be offered to local highjuniors and seniors in theFall of 2012 range fromCommunications andEnglish classes toManagement and CriticalThinking courses, which willall be taught by Nichols fac-ulty members.

Amanda Collins may bereached at 508-909-4132, or bye-mail at [email protected].

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NORTH BROOKFIELDPOLICEJan. 3012:01 p.m.: Safety hazard, Brookfield Road.Investigated.Jan. 317:21 p.m.: 911/hang up call, Gilbert StreetSpoken to.Feb. 13:33 p.m.: Suspicious activity, Grove Street.Spoken to.Feb. 23:54 p.m.: Stolen motor vehicle, Crooks Road.Report taken.7:43 p.m.: Disturbance, Ward Street. Servicesrendered.Feb. 35:01 p.m.: Fire, Mt. Guyot Street. Spoken to.

Feb. 49:48 p.m.: Motor vehicle accident, North MainStreet. Protective custody.Feb. 51:54 p.m.: Animal call, Barnes Road. Servicesrendered.4:01 p.m.: Animal call, East Brookfield Road.Services rendered.

LEICESTER POLICE Feb. 210:45 a.m.: Lobby Service, Leicester PoliceDepartment, South Main street. Assistedparty.11:53 a.m.: Suspicious person, HenshawStreet, Spoken to.11:49 p.m.: Motor vehicle stop, Main Street.Arrest made.Feb. 34:11 p.m.: Identity theft, South Main Street.Spoken to.Feb. 42:37 a.m.: Motor vehicle stop, Main Street andBottomly Avenue. Arrest made.3:49 p.m.: Officer wanted, Main Street. Peacerestored.Feb. 510:49 a.m.: Chimney Fire, Beech Street.Services rendered.3:26 p.m.: Hazardous condition, River andPleasant Streets. Spoken to.5:35 p.m.: Hazardous condition, Waite Street.Spoken to.10:41 pm.: Fire, odor, Boyd Street. Servicesrendered.Feb. 62:46 p.m.: Trespassing, Stafford Street.Spoken to.6:07 p.m.: Motor vehicle with personal injury,Main Street. Transported to hospital.Feb. 712:36 a.m.: Disturbance, Main Street. Peacerestored.8:14 a.m.: Motor vehicle accident, no personalinjury, Main Street. Report taken.11:22 a.m.: Vandalism, Pleasant Street.Report taken.

8:03 p.m.: Chimney fire, Rawson Street.Services rendered.Feb. 85:04 a.m.: Motor vehicle accident, no per-sonal injury, Main Street. Report taken.10:18 a.m.: Vandalism, Leicester HousingAuthority, Pleasant Street. Spoken to.11:50 a.m.: Abandoned 911 call, South Mainstreet. Services rendered.7:35 p.m.: Fire, boiler problem, South Street.Services rendered.

SPENCER POLICEFeb, 1 11:09 a.m.: Police, Browning Pond Road. RE:no trespassing signs all over pond.6:10 p.m.: Fraud-wire, Fourth Avenue.Someone hacked accounts.8:29 p.m.: Operating under influence of alco-hol or drugs, Meadow and Smithville Roads.Motor vehicle accident, rollover, 1 vehicleon fire, unknown personal injury.11:14 p.m.: Police, West Main Street. Oxfordpolice department BOLO.Feb. 21:11 p.m.: Disturbance, Valley Street.Request assistance.1:52 p.m.: Trash dumping, Meadow Road. UHaul Box Truck and Maroon HondaDumped Sofa.3:46 p.m.: Fraud-credit card/auto teller,West Main Street. Someone using checkingaccount.6:45 p.m.: Disturbance, Lake Street. Partieshaving custody issue.Feb. 38:17 a.m.: Safe keeping property, MainStreet. Request officer RE: item found inroad.4:04 p.m.: Medical-mental health, IrvingStreet. Wants male party taxed to ER.4:37 p.m.: 911 abandoned call, South SpencerRoad. Spoke to male party on call back.8:11 p.m.: Domestic-no abuse, ChestnutStreet and Grandvilles Pub. Female requestofficer.Feb. 4

2:47 a.m.: Phone calls,Smithville Road.Receiving harassingphone calls.10:51 a.m.: Burglary,Pleasant Street.Subject advises itemstaken from residence.11:25 a.m.: 911Abandoned call, AshStreet. No one on line,returned call to resi-dence.2:07 p.m.: Vandalism,Destruction damageproperty, Bay PathRoad. Vehicle egged.2:13 p.m.: Police, WestMain Street. BOLOSturbridge PoliceDepartment: Scanattempt.Feb. 58:27 a.m.: Animal con-trol, Ledge Avenue.Animal stuck in fire-place.11:04 a.m.: Request forpolice, Parent Street.Concerned aboutyouths on rail trail.10:38 p.m.: Vandalism,destruction/damageproperty, MechanicStreet. Think neigh-bor just keyed car.

11:21 p.m.: Disturbance, Starr Street. NeedPolice.Feb. 610:33 a.m.: Request for police, ChestnutStreet. Male requesting police, unknownproblem.11:12 a.m.: Vandalism, destruction/damageproperty, Mechanic Street. Nail in motorvehicle tire.12:40 p.m.: Request for police, Maple Street.RE: roommate issue.3:16 p.m.: Vandalism, destruction/damageproperty, Main street. Someone keeps drivingon lawn.7:54 p.m.: Juvenile matter, Paxton Road.Youths on property.8:28 p.m.: Domestic abuse, neglect, MarbleRoad. Some type domestic issue.Feb. 78:05 a.m.: Fire-woods/grass, Main Street.Heavy black smoke from chimney.10:32 a.m.: Request for police, High Street.RE: Problem moving out of residence.10:53 a.m.: Animal control, West Main Street.Cows are missing....1:02 p.m.: Request for police, Main Street.Female screaming.1:38 p.m.: Request for police, West MainStreet. RE: ID Theft.1:58 p.m.: Police, Charlton and East CharltonRoads. SHD advises someone has road shutdown.5:53 p.m.: Disturbance, East Charlton Road.Would like workers spoken to.9:28 p.m.: Disturbance, Roy’s Drive. Neighborblaring music.


Harrington Road solar farm inching closer to realitycern was for the neighbors, Gordon said.

“We consider heavily how abutters feel,because they are the ones who have to livewith it and look at it every day,” Gordon said.“The abutters felt it was pretty a benign usefor the property.”

PAYMENT IN LIEU OF TAXES

Meanwhile, the Board of Selectmen hasbeen having closed-door meetings withCleanGen to put together a “payment in lieuof taxes” deal, Gordon said.

Because solar farms and other green-ener-gy developments are relatively new, townsand cities have been working out the best wayto tax them.

CleanGen said it plans to buy the propertyfrom James Pyne, install the solar panels andgenerate 6 megawatts of energy to sell toNational Grid.

Solar farms can be taxed on equipment, onenergy generated, or through PILOT plans.PILOTs include a set amount the propertyowner pays the town each year.

Gordon said selectmen and other town offi-cials are in the process of negotiating thePILOT, but said he can’t discuss details until

the agreement is finalized and put to vote at aTown Meeting.

Being able to grant a use variance solvedanother problem for the ZBA, which wasoriginally going to consider granting a vari-ance that would waive the amount of streetfrontage the property needs, Gordon said.

The frontage variance would have beenneeded because the 100 acres was cut out of amuch bigger parcel and only a little bit of ithas access to the street.

“It’s considered a ‘pork-chop’ property,which means it’s a narrow piece in front,with the biggest part out off the road,”Gordon said.

The problem with granting the street-frontage variance is because variancesbecome part of the property deed, so wouldbe in effect if the property is eventually usedfor something else, like a housing develop-ment, Gordon said.

While granting the frontage variancewould have been reasonable for the solarfarm, which will generate virtually no traf-fic, it may not be reasonable if a housingdevelopment were to go in, Gordon said.

Gordon said selectmen are grateful toZoning Officer John Couture for coming upwith the plan to require a use varianceinstead.

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The Spencer New Leader is proud to salute the men

and women of our armed forces by featuring one each

week in the paper. If you would like us to feature some-

one you know, all you need to do is submit a photo (by

mail or email) and a brief description of his/her

service to our Country (active duty, reserves, or Veteran)

to [email protected] or mail to June

Simakauskas, 25 Elm Street, Southbridge, MA 01550.

Deadline for submission for the next issue is Wednesday

5 pm. If you have any questions, please call June at

508-909-4062.

God bless and protect our troops.

I would like to bring to yourattention an upcoming benefit forthe Lois Simpson Memorial Fund.The benefit will be held at theSpencer Country Inn on Friday,March 2 from 7:00-11:00 pm. Costis $15 pp. Spencer resident, LoisSimpson, lost her life after a yearand a half fight with cancer. Herhusband Gary and his co-workers atMercury Wire are putting on this

benefit to help raise money for the many bills incurredduring her illness. Lois was a loving wife, mother, sis-ter, and grandmother, who focused on making othersfeel good. Besides her husband, she leaves two wonder-ful boys and two grandchildren. Organizers of the ben-efit are asking for any type of donation, i.e. theme bas-kets, gift certificates for raffles, etc., and volunteers tobring either an appetizer or dessert. Text or call MelissaEkleberry at 508-340-6997 if you would like to help outwith food or a donation. Tickets to the event can be pur-chased by contacting Melissa Ekleberry at 508-340-6997, or Tish Gagne at 774-253-9981, or Deb Hebert at774-641-1780. You can also visit the Facebook page forthe Lois Simpson Memorial Fund for more info.Come and enjoy a night out with friends and family fora great cause, and to honor Lois Simpson’s memory.

As I mentioned last week, there is a new business inCherry Valley called Double Play Sports and Fitness.It is located at 190 Main Street, and is a welcomed addi-tion to the area! I was amazed at this size of this facil-ity that includes a huge gym with indoor battingcages, and a birthday party area. Had a birthday partyfor my daughter at a similar facility and the kids had ablast!! Next week, February School Vacation week,they are offering Baseball Camp for ages 6-13, beingdirected by Nick Salotti, 1st basemen/DH for theWorcester Tornadoes. Staff will include Tornadoes out-fielder, Brenden Kelliher. This fun and exciting campwill focus on all around baseball skills to get your kidsready for the 2012 baseball season! Also ongoing areBaseball and Softball skills clinics, that will alsocover the basic fundamentals of both sports. These clin-ics are separate with baseball running 4 weeks, andsoftball running 6 weeks. Wait there’s more!....onFriday nights from 8-10 pm, ADULTS are invited tocome and play dodgeball, and for just $10 pp, enjoysome great exercise with a competitive edge. OnSaturday nights from 7-9 pm, get the kids off the couchand away from their video games... it’s the kids turn toplay dodgeball, a sport that has been enjoyed for manygenerations. For more information and prices for theclinics, contact Mike at 508-892-8900 or visit them onFACEBOOK!

Welcome to the front of Section B eachweek...NAPA AUTO PARTS, located at AhearnEquipment, 460 Main Street in Spencer. Here you willfind weekly deals for all things car/truck related. Whenyou visit NAPA, it’s fun to walk through the showroomof Ahearn Equipment and check out the “big boytoys” where you’ll find tractors,riding mowers, chainsaws, chippers...and so many more pieces of equipmentthat I wouldn’t know what to do with!...but TheTractors Guys are the experts...and they’ll be happy tohelp!

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ARRESTS

POLICE REPORTS

LEICESTER ARRESTSFeb. 2Chelsie Kmon, 19, 4 Greenville Circle,Leicester. Assault and battery, domesticabuse.Robert James Howard, 18, 114 McCarthyAvenue, Leicester. Straight Warrant.Feb. 4Amanda M. Lacroix. 28, 84 Grove Streeet,North Brookfield. Motor vehicle lights vio-lation, marked lanes violation, negligentoperation of motor vehicle, operatingunder influence of liquor, 2nd offense.

SPENCER POLICE ARRESTSFeb. 1Christopher J. Smith, 37, 24 MechanicStreet, Spencer. Operating motor vehiclenegligently to endanger, Operating underinfluence of liquor causing serious injury,operating under influence of liquor, townroad stop sign violation.Feb. 2Samuel Lee Hampton, Jr., 42, 17 MechanicStreet. Spencer. Warrant.Feb. 5Guy Berry, 43, 8 Stevens Way, Rutland.Warrant.Bonnie L Ekvall, 55, 16 Prospect Street,Spencer. Defacement of real property, dis-orderly person, disturbing the peace.Feb. 6Roger J. Godin, 59, 28 Marble Road,Spencer. Domestic assault and battery.

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‘Finger’ benefits raising money for Partridge familyranch dressing, cheese and crack-ers, chocolate chip cookies, peanutbutter cookies, potato salad, sweetand sour meatballs, barbeque,teriyaki and buffalo wings, Irishcreme cake, veggie platter, pastasalad with Italian dressing, mildchili, meatballs and sausage.

Lemay explained that it has beendifficult for Jeremy at times, as heisn’t used to needing help.According to sources, Partridge istaking it well and encouraged plan-ners to include “finger games” and“finger rolls” to bring a smile to thefaces of benefit attendees. Lemaysaid she has known Jeremy formore than eight years and that sheis honored to help organize theevent for “an awesome guy” likeJeremy.

Jeremy Partridge has a support-ive wife, Jackie, and a 20-month-olddaughter, Nora, and many friendsand family that are joining togetherfor his cause, which he and his fam-

ily are very grateful for.Craig McEvoy said “Jeremy is

one if my best friends,” and hopesthat this benefit will help him andhis family during this time of needafter the unexpected accident.McEvoy made mention that there isthe Chooch’s benefit on March 4with live music, a wide spread offood and a family fun environment.However, there is also an outdoorevent for those who partake in discgolfing, one of Partidge’s favoritepastimes, which he is adjusting tousing his opposite throwing hand.

On Saturday, Feb. 18, from 11 a.m.to 10 p.m. at Jerokee Crossing inBrookfield, off of Route 9. Therewill be disc golf discs and T-shirtsfor sale at both of Jeremy’s benefitsand donations can be sent directlyto the Partridge family for thosewho can’t make it to either benefitat: P.O. Box 635, Brookfield MA01506.

The Disc Golf Tournament willbe played with the opposite handthat you normally throw with.There will be a $10 entry fee and

teams will be picked at 12 p.m. Thewinning team will split 10 percentof the total collected and the restwill go to Jeremy and his family tohelp pay for medical bills accrued.Known to friends as The WinterFinger Fling this event is expectedto pull in disc golfers from townsnear and far.

A father, a husband, a son and afriend, Jeremy Partridge appreci-ates all of the efforts that thosearound him are making to help himduring this time. Jeremy is “tryingto keep his head up” and canalready throw lefty pretty well atdisc golf.

To support Jeremy and his familyduring this time of need visitFacebook for more event informa-tion to come atwww.facebook.com/#!/events/219036781516519.

If any businesses or individualsare interested in donating goods,services or funds please contactBenefit Coordinator, Amie Lemayat (774) 745-8032.

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Courtesy photo

Jeremy Partridge with his wife, Jackie.

Quaboag introduces new cheerleading squad

“We are all learning as we go,” Austin said.There are only a few girls on the squad with

any prior cheerleading experience. Austinsaid she anticipates the routines and cheersto get more difficult as the team learns andgrows together.

“Next year, we plan on going to competi-tion. However, this year we will be attendingas a squad to watch and see how things goand what is expected,” in addition to gettingideas for next year when they can compete,she said.

Austin reported that the faculty and staffat Quaboag have been very supportive andhelpful.

“Their compliments and support have beenvery encouraging and very much appreciat-ed,” she said.

Despite not being allowed to fundraise, thesquad is still finding a way to get the necessi-ties as they rely on parents, and the BoosterClub is assisting by purchasing new pom-poms for the squad, which they are bothappreciative for and excited to use the newequipment.

The Quaboag cheerleaders cheer at allhome games and were recently allowed tojoin the boys varsity team on their bus toLeicester High School to root on and supportThomas Jankins as he scored his 1,000th

point. The girls really enjoyed that, accordingto Austin.

The squad has initiated a “Fan of theGame” award that the girls present at half-time to the Quaboag Cougar fan with the

most school spirit.Quaboag has been without cheering for

several years. Rachel Goguen was the lastcheer coach, but the squad didn’t finish theseason. Bouchard has been credited for help-

ing to bring the cheerleaders back toQuaboag.

Cheerleader Stephanie Purcell explainedthat the varsity cheerleaders work hard toprovide an exhilarating experience for thecrowd at the basketball games, adding thatwith the goal to amplify the school spirit thisyear and for years to come, the Quaboagcheerleaders do what it takes to excite thecrowd.

The young women on the newly rebornsquad vary in experience and in grade levels,but according to Purcell, these girls worktirelessly everyday to perfect their perform-ance.

All of the girls are encouraged to con-tribute creatively with their ideas and excit-edly anticipate the addition of a Cougar mas-cot costume. The students on the squadwould appreciate everyone’s attendance atthe games to help support the teams and addto school spirit.

The newly re-established Quaboag Varsitycheerleaders are — Abigail Blair, MeghanCassavant, Brianna Flanagan, SamanthaHebert, Kelsey Jusko, Honasty Lynch, ToriMack, Lizzy Menezes, Kerri Morse-Patterson, Tabitha Murphy, Madesyn Nale,Stephanie Purcell, Courtney Ramsdell,Abrieanna Rolfe, Savannah Rolfe, CayleySmith, Comfort Smythe, Saralyn Smythe andDemi Wrobel.

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Family grows closer together as member serves country overseas

tion and a steady clientele. In March 2009, he even won firstplace for best waterfall display at the Flower and Patio at theDCU Center in Worcester.

But all of that meant nothing when the Army called in July.Shawn had been a member of the Army National Guard, andthey asked him to serve in Afghanistan. Shawn didn’t hesi-tate, his mother, Janelle, said. He was to immediately go toMississippi for training, then off to Afghanistan.

“This wasn’t an order, because they were asking if hewould help with another unit of men who were short,”Janelle said. “But they asked, and he said, ‘Absolutely.’”

So a few weeks later, in August, he flew to Afghanistan toserve with the Third Platoon Alpha Company 1-182 InfantryRegiment.

Timothy vowed that when Shawn came back, the businesswould be running as smoothly and well as when he left — nosmall feat, considering Timothy works full-time as an autotechnician for Herb Chambers in Auburn.

Timothy hit the ground running.“The day before they called him to go to Mississippi, Shawn

had started a job — a 16-foot waterfall and all of the goodies

with that,” Janelle said.Shawn is expected to return home by early April, Janelle

said.Timothy can’t wait.“I know he’s going to be proud of the work I’ve done,”

Timothy said. “I’m glad that he doesn’t have to start at thebeginning again.”

For Timothy it’s as much about pride as it is business.“He’s made a name for himself, and he doesn’t want to tar-

nish the business name or our last name,” Timothy said. “Idon’t care if it costs us money, I don’t care if it makes money.It’s for Shawn.”

Timothy said that while Shawn may understand how hardhis father worked to keep the business going, he’ll never fullygrasp the heartache of Shawn’s absence. Proud as he is thatShawn is serving his country, Timothy worries about his safe-ty.

“Shawn can’t comprehend tha— he’s not a parent,”Timothy said. “He knows he’s OK, but we don’t.”

Another reason Timothy wants to have the business readyfor Shawn to step in is to help with what is likely to be a diffi-cult transition to post-Afghanistan life.

“This will keep his hands busy, and get him back into nor-mality,” he said. “Physically, he may be fine, but I don’t knowwhat he’s seen there. This will help him keep himself busy.

Janelle said she thinks running the business has been goodfor Timothy as well.

“I think that it is his way of dealing with Shawn not beinghere,” she said. “I think it would be different if he didn’t havethe business to do.”

The impact of Shawn being away really hit the Cutronifamily hard, Janelle said, because it’s so close-knit, Janellesaid. Shawn has two sisters, Kayleanna, 20, and Kristina, 17.

“We have supper together every night,” Janelle said. “Nowthere’s a void. All of a sudden, Shawn is not here and he couldbe really hurt, and we may not see him again.”

Janelle said she’s not at all surprised that Shawn was sowilling to go to Afghanistan.

“From the age of 7, he’s talked about going into the army,”she said. “It’s who he is. He’s living his dream — he built hisown business, and he’s serving his country. I’m OK with it.”

Janelle remembers 10 years ago, when Shawn came homefrom school on 9/11, and was watching news reports about it.

“He said to me, ‘Mom, you had me too late,’” she said. “In allthat chaos, he wanted to be in the middle of it.”

Ironically, it was exactly 10 years later that Shawn wasawarded his combat badge, Janelle said.

“That gave me goose bumps,” she said.

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about our future and about how wed-ding bells would be coming sooner orlater.

“You have no idea when it will come,”I said slyly, all the while thinking thatsomehow or another, tonight, I would beasking the question. “Just be ready, itwill blow your mind.”

She laughed, but if she knew exactlyhow soon she would have that ring onher finger, something tells me her atti-tude would have been a little different.

With the airport now out of the pic-ture, and heading back to my parents’house, I was getting beyond nervous. Ihad no backup plan, and the ring was onfire in my pocket.

Out of ideas, we decided to hang out atmy parents’ house, watch a movie, playsome video games, and just hang out. Ithought it would be a good idea for me tothink of my last ditch plan.

“Want to play some Guitar Hero?” I

asked as we settled into my brother’s oldroom, a room that had become a hang-out since his death the year before.

“Sure,” she said as she sat next to me,eventually agreeing to play along withme for Lynyrd Skynyrd’s “Free Bird.”

Before we hit play, she decided nowwas a good time to go to the bathroom,and she left the room.

I couldn’t take it anymore. I had nomore options. It was now or never. Myheart beat hard in my chest as I reachedfor the ring in my jacket that was nowon the chair behind me. Taking a deepbreath, I calmed myself as she cameback in, ready to shred on one of LynyrdSkynyrd’s greatest hits.

“Before we get started, I have to askyou something,” I said nervously, as Imoved toward her and began to get intoposition. The ring was securely in myhand, my white knuckles making sure itwasn’t going anywhere.

“What’s up?” she asked, no idea whatwas coming.

Then in happened. I suddenly found

myself on one knee in the middle of mybrother’s old bedroom in my parent’shouse, “Free Bird” playing in the back-ground on the menu screen. The ringwas out in the open, clutched in my fin-gers.

“Will you marry me?” I whispered.The rest is history.Five years later, and she will tell you

she wouldn’t have had it any other way.No airport, no romantic lights — justme, in the middle of my parents’ house,nervously asking my future wife toshare the rest of her life with me.

To this day, we joke that she “ruined”my plan. But to me, it was never aboutthe plan — it was about her. And today,as Valentine’s Day comes and goes, andthe anniversary of “The Plan That WentAwry” is remembered, I celebrate thebest five years of my life.

Adam Minor may be reached at 508-909-4130, or by e-mail at [email protected].

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Caissie takes out nominationpapers for re-election

BOSTON — Governor’s Councilor JenCaissie, 7th District, took out her nomination

papers last week atthe Secretary ofState’s Office for re-election to theGovernor’s Council.

Caissie, aRepublican fromOxford, representsmost of WorcesterCounty in her 65-cityand town district.

She was elected in2010 and has been anactive force on theCouncil. Caissie ini-tiated a new policy atthe Council thatrequires all judicial

nominees and their witnesses be adminis-tered a truth telling oath prior to testifying atthe Governor’s Council at confirmation hear-ings. Caissie said the policy was “over 200years past due.” Caissie’s motion to adminis-ter the oath was passed by the Council and amajority plan on enforcing it.

Recently, Caissie was voted as the pointperson by her colleagues on the Council toselect a law firm from throughout theCommonwealth to represent the Council onimportant Constitutional issues. Caissieselected the local law firm of Seder &Chandler, LLC and retired Appeals CourtJudge Mel Greenberg to lead the legal team.

At the confirmation hearings on judicialnominees and candidates to theMassachusetts Parole Board, Caissie hasbeen a vocal proponent of public safety andvictims’ rights.

In reflecting on her first year Caissie said,“I am proud of the work that has been done. Ihave voted for judges who make public safetya priority, who apply the law, not make it andwho are qualified to serve.”

- Submitted by Jen Caissie, Governor’sCouncil

Lots to do at the Haston LibraryN. BROOKFIELD — February school vaca-

tion is right around the corner, and there willbe much going on at the Haston Library tokeep children entertained. On Tuesday, Feb.21, Children’s Librarian RosemaryMackenzie will offer a Drop-In Crafts day.From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. children from pre-school to sixth grade can try their hand atany of four do-it-yourself work stations setup in the Craft Room of the Children’sLibrary. A variety of materials will be madeavailable along with step-by-step instruc-tions on how to produce four different funcreations.

On Wednesday, Feb. 22, the Drumlin FarmWildlife Sanctuary will present a programentitled “Wild Tales” in which the childrenwill have the opportunity to meet and learnabout screech owls. This outreach programof the Mass Audubon Society will have twoshowings, one from 2:00-2:30 p.m. and theother from 3-3:30 p.m. Children must sign upahead of time for this program, and atten-dance is limited. Don’t be disappointed! Callthe library at 508-867-0208 to register now.

On Thursday, Feb. 23, from 1:30-2:15 p.m.Renee Coro will present a program of Musicand Movement in the Community MeetingRoom of the library. Ms. Coro is a board cer-tified music therapist who has also worked asa music educator, musician and entertainerfor many years. She has become well-knownin the area for her lively, interactive musicalstory hours and special programs for chil-dren of all ages. No sign up is required forthis program.

Harrington Birth AnnouncementsSOUTHBRIDGE — The following births

occurred recently at Harrington MemorialHospital:

Jan. 6, 2012Leona Chambers and Matthew Donais of

Warren are proud to announce the arrival ofAidyn Matthew Donais, who was born atHarrington Hospital on January 6. Aidyn

weighed 5 pounds, 14 ounces. The proudgrandparents are Linda Chambers, EdDashnaw, Bonnie Harkins, and RobertDonais Jr.

Jan. 7, 2012Shelby DeCarolis and Rob Belanger of

Cherry Valley are proud to announce thearrival of Rhyder Joseph Belanger, who wasborn at Harrington Hospital on January 7.Rhyder weighed 6 pounds, 12 ounces. Theproud grandparents are Victoria and JosephBelanger, Deborah and Michael DeCarolis.

Jan. 10, 2012Danielle and David Kenyon of West

Warren are proud to announce the arrival ofAriya Grace Kenyon, who was born atHarrington Hospital on January 10. Ariyaweighed 7 pounds, 1 ounce. The proud grand-parents are Victoria Berry, Donna and DavidKenyon.

Jan. 12, 2012Angela and Robert Menard of Brookfield

are proud to announce the arrival of KaiyahJean Menard, who was born at HarringtonHospital on January 12. Kaiyah weighed 4pounds, 12 ounces. The proud grandparentsare Brian Menard, Kenneth and DeborahRaymond.

Dean’s ListRichard DavisWESTFIELD — Richard Davis, son of Rick

and Lori Davis of Brookfield, was named tothe Dean’s List for the Fall 2011 semester atWestfield State University. Richard is a jun-ior at Westfield and is majoring in CriminalJustice and Psychology.

RRI announces ‘SummerEnrichment’ program

BROOKFIELD — RehabilitativeResources, Inc., (RRI) one of CentralMassachusetts’ leading providers of servicesand supports for people living with develop-ment disabilities, will host its “SummerEnrichment” activity program for children

between the ages of six and 14. The programwill be held at Brookfield’s historic Elm HillCenter, for which Rehabilitative Resources,Inc. took over operations in 2009.

During “Summer Enrichment’s,” fiveweekly sessions, held throughout July andAugust, children will engage in activities,including horsemanship, nature walks,sports, horticulture and swimming. Each ses-sion runs Monday through Friday, beginningat 9 a.m. and ending at 4 p.m. The first sessionwill begin on July 16. All activities will takeplace outdoors at the Elm Hill Center, locatedat 26 East Main Street in Brookfield. Two ofthe weeks – beginning on July 23 and August6 – are focused heavily on horseback riding.

RRI has priced the program to be afford-able for everyone. The cost is $225 per weeklysession. Extended mornings and afternoonsare offered for an additional fee if the par-ent/guardian is unable to drop off/pickuptheir child at the designated time.

Interested parties may register their childin person, online at www.rehabre-sourcesinc.org or by mail beginningFebruary 1, 2012. Cash, check, Visa,MasterCard and American Express areexcepted forms of payment. Two non-refund-able deposits of $75 each are due – one at thetime of registration and one on or beforeJune 1, 2012.

“Fun and interactive events for children ofall abilities are among the most rewardingthings we do at Elm Hill,” said Bonnie Keefe-Layden, the Chief Executive Officer of RRI.“We’re excited to open up this beautiful prop-erty for the enjoyment of the public againthis year.”

The Elm Hill Center was built in the 1700s,and at its peak was one of the largest work-ing farms in the region. One of its cows was“Elsie the Cow,” the face of the BordenCompany and one of the most recognizableproduct symbols in America in the mid-20thcentury. Elm Hill Center is now owned andoperated by RRI.

For more information on the SummerEnrichment program, please contact JulieCarita, RRI’s Director of Day andEmployment Supports, at 508-347-8181, x-107,or email her [email protected].

OUR TOWNS

Jen Caissie


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Visit these fine local establishments for great food & beverage

Come and check out our lighterfare menu of salads & sandwiches

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Hours: Wed. & Thurs. 4-9 pm • Fri. 4-9:30 pm Sat. 11:30-9:30 pm • Sun. 11:30-8 pm

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64 Barre/Paxton Road, Rte. 122Rutland • 508.886.4771

Visit our website for our take-out menu www.laddsrestaurant.comSenior Discounts Wed. & Sun.

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Charlie’sDINERBar & Grill

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Hours: Sun-Wed 5am-9pm, Thurs, Fri & Sat 5am-11pm

5 Meadow Rd., Spencer, MA 01562508-885-4033Take-out Available

Daily Breakfast, (till 3pm each day)

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Tortilla Pizza $10.95Bud Light Pitchers $10

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TOM MILLIGANOpen Tues., Wed., Fri., 9:00-5:00Thurs. 9:00-7:00; Sat. 8:00-2:00

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For further information call Randall at(413) 436-5357 or email [email protected]

CAPE COD GETAWAY ..................Mar. 10-11 $249

BOSTON FLOWER SHOW ....................Mar. 17 $48

SHIPYARD & ALLAGASH BREWERIES .....Mar. 24 $59

BROADWAY'S ADDAMS FAMILY ...........Mar. 25 $89

TRAINS OF COLORADO ROCKIES ....July 14-22 $2619

DISCOVER SCOTLAND................Aug. 13-22 $3949

FOUR DAYS QUEBEC CITY ............Aug. 16-19 $699

MT. RUSHMORE ADVENTURE..Sept. 25-Oct. 1 $2069

ALBUQUERQUE BALLOON FIESTA .....Oct. 2-11 $3199

DISCOVER TUSCANY & ROME ........Nov. 1-12 $3399

CHRISTMAS ON THE DANUBE ........Dec. 6-14 $2799

Share the Adventure with us soon!Join us for an overview of 2012 international and extended lengthdomestic trips on March 6, 2012 at Wok Inn at 6:30 pm, 152 W. MainSt., W. Brookfield and at the North Brookfield Senior Center at 12:30pm, 29 Forest St., door prizes, refreshments, cash bar.

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Senior Discount Day - Tues. • We Repair Screens!

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Obedience class registration and information

provided at:

DOGGONE U Training Facility333 Shrewsbury St., Worcester, MA

• 5 Sessions for $150.00 •Come meet Master Dog Trainer Norberto Hernandez

for this information session and free registration!

Call 508-335-0191 for details

DOG OBEDIENCECLASSES

OPEN HOUSESat., Feb. 25, 2012

12:00 – 2:00 PM

Norberto is a member of IACP (International Association of

Canine Professionals) and Certified Master Dog Trainer

through the National K9 Learning Center.

*Please no dogs at the information session*

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OVER 30 CARS IN STOCK AT ALL TIMESPRICES STARTING AT 2,995

Double Play Sports & Fitness190 Main Street, Cherry Valley, MA 01611 • 508.892.8900

BASEBALL4 weeks skills clinic with Nick Salotti

will cover comprehensive baseball training:

Hitting, Infield/Outfield, Defense, Base

Running

Nick Salotti will get you ready for the 2012

baseball season! Each player will receive a T-shirt.

Tuesday & Thursday - Ages 6-13 – Cost $100

SOFTBALL6 weeks skills clinic will cover:

Hitting, Fielding,Throwing,

Base Running

and most important, having fun!

Instructor Bill Kewley.

Saturday & Sunday - All Ages

Cost $200

Batting Cages Rentals • Birthday Parties

ADULTS: $10pp Friday 8-10pm

KIDS: $10pp Saturday 7-9pm

FEBRUARY SCHOOL VACATIONFEBRUARY SCHOOL VACATION2/21 thru 2/24 • 9am-12pm • Ages 6-13

Directed by Nick Salotti, 1st baseman/DH for the Worcester Tornadoes

Staff will Include Tornadoes Outfielder Brenden Kelliher

This fun & exciting camp will focus on all around baseball skills to get you ready

for the 2012 season!

Hitting • Infield/Outfield • Defense • Base Running

We will conclude each day with a great whiffle ball game!Cost $150

Dodge Ball {

Camp Spots still available.

Play Ball!

300 Main Street, Route 9, East Brookfield508-867-6600 • www.fiddlecenter.com

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508-885-6810117 Main Street, Spencer

GET YOUR KIDS OFF THE COUCH!• Gymnastics classes for all ages

• Open gym Wed. & Sat.

• Team open gym Tues. & Thurs.

NEW SESSION STARTSFEBRUARY 27TH

764 Main Street (Rte. 67) Warren, MA 413.436.7721 Toll Free 877.230.8146 www.spencerchrysler.com

Hours: Mon-Thurs 8:00 - 8:00 • Fri. 8:00 - 6:00 • Sat: 9:00- 4:00

SPENCER’S

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CALENDARThe calendar page is a free service offered for

listings for government, educational and non-profit organizations. Send all calendar list-ings and happenings by mail to AnnTremblay at Stonebridge Press, 25 Elm St.,Southbridge, MA 01550; by fax at (508) 764-8015 or by e-mail to [email protected]. Please write “calendar” in the sub-ject line. All calendar listings must be submit-ted by 3 p.m. on Friday to be published in thefollowing Friday’s edition. The Spencer NewLeader will print such listings as space allows.

FRIDAYFEBRUARY 17

N. BROOKFIELD — There will be freeweekly PARENT/CHILD PROGRAMS from 9

to 11 a.m. Wednesdays and Fridays at theNorth Brookfield Elementary School, NewSchool Road, North Brookfield

The program runs on school calendar andcloses for vacation and inclement weatheraccording to North Brookfield School calen-dar. This free program is sponsored by theSpencer, Wachusett, North & East BrookfieldCoordinated Family Grant in partnershipwith the North Brookfield ElementarySchool. Funded by the MassachusettsDepartment of Early Education and Care.

N. BROOKFIELD — The North BrookfieldSportsmen’s Club will hold a “TexasHold’em” TOURNAMENT at the Club, 20Boynton Road, North Brookfield, on FridayFeb. 17. Play starts promptly at 7:30 p.m. Thisis to benefit the Youth Fishing Derby that willbe held in the Spring. Refreshments areavailable.

SATURDAYFEBRUARY 18

N. BROOKFIELD — The North BrookfieldNORTH CRAFTY CHRISTIANS meet everySaturday from 10 a.m. to noon in the parson-age of the First Congregational Church ofNorth Brookfield. If you knit, crochet, cross-stitch or do any other kind of portable craft,come and craft with us! It is open to everyone— every skill level, every craft, every age. Formore information, contact Ashley Ottman at(484) 213-1750 or e-mail [email protected].

EAST BROOKFIELD — The EastBrookfield Public Library, 122 Connie MackDrive, East Brookfield, will hold a LEGOCLUB for ages 9-12 at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 18

and Monday, Feb. 27. Be creative, bring yourfriends and join the fun. We will display yourcreations at the library.

DUDLEY — The First CongregationalChurch of Dudley, 135 Center Road, is havinga Roast TURKEY DINNER on Saturday, Feb.18. The menu will include Roast Turkey,Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, ButternutSquash, Turnip and Cranberry Sauce.Dessert will be Apple Nobby Cake with realwhipped cream. Servings will be at 5 and6:15p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 forpreteens. There is no charge for children 5and under. Ticket reservations are recom-mended. Please Call Helen at (508) 987-2271.Tickets will also be sold at the door.Handicapped Accessible.www.uccdudley.org.

OBITUARIESWEST BROOKFIELD — Jennie A.

(Superson) Borlikoski, 84, of Lake ShoreDrive, died Wednesday, Feb.8, 2012 in Baystate MaryLane Hospital in Ware.

She leaves one son, JosephH. Borlikoski, Jr. of WestBrookfield; one daughter,Lynne M. Dame of WestBrookfield; five grandchil-dren, Joseph Young, BarbaraMcHuge, Dianna Lussier,

Kristy Dame and Colby Borlikoski and threegreat-grandchildren.

She was predeceased by six siblings,Theodore, Stacia, John, Helen, Josephine andEdward.

She was born in Hadley, daughter of thelate Stanley and Katherine (Coban) Superson

and grew up and attended school in SouthHadley and lived 30 years in Gilbertvillebefore moving to West Brookfield.

Mrs. Borlikoski owned and operated theWindsor Hotel in Gilberville for 30 years andthen worked several years for the former BenFranklin store in Ware before retiring to WestBrookfield on the lake in 1993.

She enjoyed baseball, football and especial-ly the lake.

There are no calling hours. Funeral servic-es for Jennie will be held privately.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations maybe made to the West Brookfield Rescue Squad,Inc., P.O. Box 540, West Brookfield, MA 01585.

Varnum Funeral Home, Inc., 43 East MainSt., West Brookfield is directing arrange-ments.

Jennie A. Borlikoski, 84SPENCER — Roland H. Cassavant, 92, for-

merly of 13 Franklin St., Spencer, diedMonday, Feb. 13, 2012 in St.Camillus Health Center,Whitinsville.

He was the husband ofAnne J. (Cromwell)Cassavant who died in 2003.

He leaves his daughter-in-law, Linda R. Cassavant ofWhitinsville; two grand-daughters, Melissa

Cassavant of Whitinsville andJessica Gray and her husbandSteve of Ashburn, Va.; hisbeloved great-grandchildren,Nicholas and ChristopherGray and several nieces andnephews.

He was predeceased by a

son, David C. Cassavant, who died in 2006.He was born in Spencer, the son of Henry

and Alma (Landroche) Cassavant.He served his country with the U.S. Army

during World War II.Roland was a truck driver for Northeast

Services in Worcester for many years, beforeretiring.

He was a member of the Gaudette-KirkAmerican Legion Post 138 in Spencer and aformer member of St. Mary’s Parish.

Funeral services were held Thursday, Feb.16 in the J. Henri Morin & Son Funeral Home,23 Maple Terrace, Spencer. Burial was inWorcester County Memorial Park, Paxtonwith Military Honors.

Memorial donations may be made to St.Camillus Health Center Patient ActivityFund, 447 Hill St., Whitinsville, MA 01588.

www.morin-morrison.com

Roland H. Cassavant, 92

SPENCER — Cindy L. (Cote) Morrison, 51,died Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2012 in her residence.

She leaves a son, Daniel, adaughter, Wanita, a brother,Albert Cote and a sister,Linda Laflower, all ofSpencer. Cindy was born inHudson, the daughter ofAlbert and Elsie (Tallman)Cote and has been a lifelongresident of Spencer.

Cindy worked for Millbrook Co as a receiv-er and later for East Brookfield Athletic ShoeCo. until she retired.

The funeral will be private for the family.Donations, in lieu of flowers, may be made

to the Spencer Rescue Squad, PO Box 147,Spencer, MA 01562.

Pillsbury Funeral Home, 163 Main St.,Spencer, is directing the arrangements.

Visit Pillsburyfuneeralhome.com

Cindy L. Morrison, 51

WEBSTER —Blaire J. Walker, 54, of 70Pleasant St., died Saturday, Feb. 4, 2012.

He leaves a son, Brandon Walker ofWebster; a daughter, Megan Walker ofWebster; a brother, Bruce E. Walker ofOxford and a sister, Joyce Desautels ofWarren.

He was born in Worcester, son of the late

Donald and Shirley (Cummings) Walker andlived in Spencer most of his life, moving toWebster six months ago.

He was a truck driver.A Celebration of Life was held Saturday,

Feb. 11 in the Shaw-Majercik Funeral Home,48 School St., Webster.

Blaire J. Walker, 54

PAXTON – Lillian G. (Garber) Palmer, 93,passed away at home surrounded by her lov-

ing family on Monday, Feb. 6,2012, after an illness.

She leaves her husband of69 years, Arthur S. Palmer; ason, Richard G. Palmer ofPaxton; two daughters,Susan Martin and her hus-band John and Catherine L.Palmer, all of Paxton; threegrandchildren, Tracey

Chasmine, Jeffrey Cooney and ChristopherMartin; and five great-grandchildren,Timothy, Ashlee, Taylor, Kestra and David.Lillian was born in Nova Scotia, Canada, thedaughter of Paul J. and Lillian (Rodenhizer)Garber and lived in Holden before moving toPaxton in 1953.

She was a graduate of New HampshireState College.

Lillian was a professional photographerand worked at the Loring, Mercer andLaPorte Studio’s, all in Worcester.

She attended several area churches includ-ing the Messianic Jewish Community

Church in Cherry Valley, the FirstCongregational Church of Paxton and theSeventh-Day Adventist Church in Worcester.Lillian ran her own bible study called “Foodfor Thought Ministries” and was a telephoneminister for the handicapped in the greaterWorcester area.

In her spare time, she managed horse rid-ing lessons and rented out stalls at the Field &Stream Farm.

She was a former Girl Scout leader anddrove a school bus for 10 years in Paxton.

Lillian enjoyed singing opera, painting,gardening, traveling and attending musicals.She loved to spend time with her family andtrips to their home in Rye, N.H.

A funeral service was held Thursday, Feb. 9,in the Miles Funeral Home, 1158 Main St.(Route 122A), Holden. Burial was inMooreland Cemetery, 251 Richards Avenue(Route 56), Paxton.

Memorial contributions may be made toJews for Jesus, 60 Haight St., San Francisco,CA 94102.

To share a memory or offer an on-line con-dolence visit: www.milesfuneralhome.com.

Lillian G. Palmer, 93

OAKHAM — Henry (Hank) W. Stone, Jr., 93,passed away Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012 with his lov-

ing wife at his side.He leaves his wife, Bernice

(Kersevic) Stone and his sis-ter-in-law, Maude Stone.

He was predeceased by hisfirst wife, Josephine FinnStone and his brothers,Frederick G. Stone andGeorge W. Stone.

He was born in Oakham onMay 28, 1918.

He attended the Oakhamschools, Worcester Academyand Clark University.

Hank served in the U. S.Army from 1943 to 1945 withthe 30th infantry division,120th Battalion, Company D.Fought in Saint Lo and

Mortain. Captured by the Germans atMortain on August of 1944 and held prisonerin Limberg, Stalag 12A, then Mooseburg,Stalag 7A. Liberated by General GeorgePatton on April 29, 1945. Sent for rehabilita-

tion to Camp Lucky Strike in France andtransferred back to the UnitedStates in May of 1945. Hankreceived the French Legion ofHonor Medal in 2005 fromFrance.

The Stone Farm was found-ed in 1765 by Captain IsaacStone. Hank was a successfulfarmer all his life.

He served on the school board, finance com-mittee, Ware River Watershed Committee,and was a selectman in Oakham.

He was also an avid New York Yankee fan.Hank’s funeral was held Thursday, Feb. 9,

in the Oakham Congregational Church, 4Coldbrook Road, Oakham. Burial with FullMilitary Honors was in Southwest Cemetery,Lincoln Road, Oakham.

Donations may be made in his name to theFobes Memorial Library, payable to TheFriends of the Fobes Memorial Library, Inc.,4 Maple St., Unit #9, Oakham, MA 01068.

Pillsbury Funeral Home, 44 Gilbert St.,North Brookfield, directed the arrangements.

Pillsburyfuneralhome.com

Henry W. Stone, Jr., 93

PENCER — Michael J. Mancini, 65, of 55Borkum Road, died Thursday, Feb. 9, 2012 at

UMASS MemorialHealthcare, 119 Belmont St.,Worcester.

He leaves his wife of 31years, Christine M.(Grudzinskas) Mancini; hisson, Nicholas P. Mancini ofSpencer; his daughter,Marcella L. Mosio and herhusband Brian of Charlton;

his brother, Anthony M.Mancini and his wife Valerieof Sutton, nieces andnephews.

He was predeceased by abrother, John F. Mancini and asister, Josephine M. Mancini.

Michael was born inWorcester, the son of John G. and Louise M.(Teso) Mancini.

He graduated from Commerce High inWorcester, Class of 1965.

He served his country with the U.S. Armyduring the Vietnam War.

He was a member of the Chester TuttleAmerican Legion Post in Auburn, the ItalianAmerican Civic Club in Worcester and the“Highway Cruisers” in Worcester County.

He enjoyed fabricating stained glass, hunt-ing, antique cars, painting, sketching andwood crafting.

He was a dispatcher for MLIPharmaceutical Co. in Shrewsbury from1986-2003. He previously worked for theWorcester Water Dept. for 17 years as a gen-eral foreman.

Funeral services were held Monday, Feb. 13in the J. Henri Morin & Son Funeral Home, 23Maple Terrace, Spencer. Burial was inWorcester County Memorial Park, Paxtonwith Military Honors.

Contributions may be made to Sibley FarmProtection Campaign, Greater WorcesterLand Trust, 4 Ash St., Worcester, MA 01608.

www.morin-morrison.com

Michael J. Mancini, 65WARREN — Charles R. Jarnagan, 67, of

Cutler Road, died Sunday, Feb.12, 2012 in UMASS MemorialHealthcare in Worcester.

He leaves his wife of 47years, Diane M. (Fleury)Jarnagan; one son, CurtisJarnagan and his wife Aimeeof Palmer; one daughter,Darlene Jarnagan and her

companion Robert Inangelo of Warren; hismother, Annis (Guinn) Jarnagan ofCharleston, AR; two sisters, Janis DeCoster ofArkansas and Regina Brown of Washington;one grandson, Christopher Jarnagan ofWarren; two great-granddaughters, Haleyand Alexis and many nieces and nephews.

He was born in Fayetteville, AR son of the

late Clark Jarnagan and lived in Californiafor 20 years before moving to Warren in 1978.

Mr. Jarnagan worked for 27 years forWarren Pumps as a pump mechanic and car-penter before retiring in 2006.

He was a United States Navy veteran of theVietnam War.

His biggest enjoyment after retiring wasthe time he spent taking care of his two great-granddaughters, Haley and Alexis.

There are no calling hours. Funeral servic-es for Charles will be held privately at theconvenience of his family.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations maybe made to a charity of the donor’s choice.

Varnum Funeral Home, Inc., 43 East MainSt., West Brookfield is directing arrange-ments.

Charles R. Jarnagan, 67

BARRE — Dorothy (Stevens) Moyette, 89,died Monday, Feb. 13, 2012 in QuaboagRehabilitation & Skilled Nursing CareCenter in West Brookfield.

Dorothy was predeceased by her husbandJohn C. Moyette in 1974.

She leaves a son, Edward C. of WestBrookfield; two daughters, Lillian Linville ofSouth Carolina and Pauline Farnham ofHinsdale, N.H.; eight grandchildren; 19 great

grandchildren and 21 great-great-grandchil-dren.

Dorothy was bon in Barre the daughter ofPaul, Sr. and Georgia (Brightman) Stevensand has lived most of her life in Barre.

A graveside service will be held in theSpring in Glen Valley Cemetery, Barre.

Pillsbury Funeral Home, 96 S. Barre Road,Barre is directing the arrangements.

Please visit Pillsburyfuneralhome.com.

Dorothy Moyette, 89

WARREN — Frank M. Rozzen, 98, ofWashington Street, died Monday, Feb. 6, 2012in the Redstone Rehabilitation & NursingCenter in East Longmeadow.

He leaves four sons, Daniel Rozzen and hiswife Catherine of De Kalb, Ill., Ronald Rozzenand his wife Katherine of West Warren,Frank M. Rozzen, Jr. and his wife Nancy ofWest Warren and Robert Rozzen and his wifePam of Warren; one brother Joseph Rozzen;one sister, Florence Clark; 10 grandchildren;16 great-grandchildren and several niecesand nephews.

He was predeceased by his wife of 59 years,Stella J. (Lechowicz) Rozzen and a grandson.

He was born in Wilton, Maine, son of the

late Stanley and Julia (Hozempa) Rozzen andwas a lifelong resident of Warren.

Mr. Rozzen worked for 32 years as an assem-bler for Warren Pumps before retiring in1981.

He was a member of St. Stanislaus Churchin West Warren and enjoyed outdoor sportsand hunting and fishing.

A funeral Mass for Frank was heldSaturday, Feb. 11, in St. Stanislaus Church inWest Warren. Burial will be held in the springin St. Paul’s Cemetery in Warren.

The Varnum Funeral Home, Inc., 43 EastMain St., West Brookfield, directed thearrangements.

Frank M. Rozzen, 98

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SPENCER — The Teen Advisory Group(TAG) will hold an OPEN HOUSE from 1 to 4p.m. Saturday, 18 at the Richard SugdenLibrary in Spencer. For more information,call Ann Ramsey at 508-885-7513. All teens arewelcome to come and learn what this groupis all about. Come and meet, hang out andhave pizza, and enjoy the movie, “Real Steel.”Why join the Richard Sugden Library TeenAdvisory Group? Free food, volunteer andbecome involved in your community, meetnew friends, help choose books, and muchmore. Meetings will be held once a month, inthe community room. Applications to joinwill be available at this open house.

SPENCER — There will be a TEENMOVIE MATINEE from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday,Feb. 18 at the Richard Sugden Library inSpencer. The feature film is “Real Steel.” Setin the near future where robot boxing is a topsport a struggling promoter feels he’s found achampion in a discarded robot. During hishopeful rise to the top he discovers he has an11-year-old son who wants to know his father.Viewed on big screen with surround sound.Free Popcorn and lemonade served. For

more information, call Ann Ramsey at 508-885-7513.

SPENCER —Volunteers are needed to helpthe Spencer Conservation Commission toCLEAR FALLEN TREES off the Depot RailTrail from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Feb. 18.Volunteers are asked to meet at the SouthSpencer Road trailhead, and to bring gloves,boots, and hearing/eye protection.

SPENCER — There will be a LASAGNASUPPER (take out available) at 6 p.m.Saturday, Feb. 18 at the First UnitedMethodist Church of Spencer. The menuincludes meatballs, salad, candied carrots,dessert, tea and coffee. Tickets are $10 foradults and $5 for children under 5. For tick-ets, call Pastor Paul at 508-922-9701 or thechurch at 508-885-2929.

SUNDAYFEBRUARY 19

NORTH BROOKFIELD — The FirstCongregational Church of North Brookfieldwill sponsor a showing of the movie“COURAGEOUS” at 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 19at the church. Four men, one calling: To serve

and protect. As law enforcement officers,Adam Mitchell, Nathan Hayes, DavidThomson and Shane Fuller are confident andfocused. Yet at the end of the day, they face achallenge that none of them are truly pre-pared to tackle: Fatherhood.

Come on out and enjoy one of the top inde-pendent theater releases of 2011. The moviewill be preceded at 5:30 p.m. by a Pot LuckSupper in Fellowship Hall. All are welcomeat the supper and/or the movie.

For more information, call (508) 867-7214 or(508) 867-8428.

LEICESTER — SNOWSHOEING and WIN-TER TRACKING for ages 6 and older will beoffered from 1:30-4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 19 atBurncoat Pond Wildlife Sanctuary. Meet atthe end of Polar Spring Road, just before thegate. Polar Spring is the dirt road next to theSpencer Country Inn on Route 9 at theLeicester-Spencer line.

Burncoat Pond Wildlife Sanctuary haswonderful open spaces, perfect for usingsnowshoes to explore the diverse habitatsthere. Materials will be on hand to delvedeeper into what is found. No snow? Don’tworry! The woodland trails will be exploredfor seasonal wonders. The fee is $7 for MassAudubon adult members, $10 for adult non-members, $5 for child members and $8 for

child non-members. The family rate is $24 formembers and $36 for non-members.Snowshoes will be provided, or bring yourown and get $2 off per person when register-ing for the program. For more informationand to register, call (508) 753-6087.

MONDAYFEBRUARY 20

W. BROOKFIELD — The Toddler PLAYGROUP for children ages birth to 3 yearsmeets Mondays at 10 a.m. in the Children’sRoom at the Merriam-Gilbert Public Library,3 West Main St., West Brookfield. The firsthalf hour will be free play. During the secondhalf hour, the librarian will lead the groupwith songs, finger plays, and stories. Justdrop in, no registration is necessary.

LEICESTER — The Leicester HISTORI-CAL SOCIETY will meet at 7 p.m. Monday,Feb. 20 at the Leicester Senior Center. Theprogram will be “Early Photography andGlass Negatives” with Frank Morrill. Free tothe public. Refreshments will be served.

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LEGALSNORTH BROOKFIELDBOARD OF APPEALS

PUBLIC HEARING and MEETINGThe North Brookfield Board of Appeals willhold a public hearing and meeting onWednesday, March 7, 2012 at 7pm at theHaston Library on the application of KathleenThompson, 9 Camelot Drive, Shrewsbury,MA for relief of the frontage requirementsunder Section V. Dimensional Requirementsfor a parcel she owns at 12 Sylvania Grovein the R-30 district. Copy of the applicationand assessors map is on file at the office ofthe Town Clerk.

Stephen CummingsChairman

February 17, 2012February 24, 2012

Commonwealth of MassachusettsTown of Spencer

Board of SelectmenA Public Hearing will be held by the

Board of Selectmen as licensing authority onFebruary 27, 2012 at 6:15 p.m. in theMcCourt Social Hall, Memorial Town Hall,157 Main Street, Spencer, Massachusetts,on the application of George M. Ragsdale,d/b/a Ragsdale Auto, Inc., for a Class IIlicense to sell used cars located at 322-324Main Street, Spencer, Massachusetts. Allinterested parties are invited to attend.

Donald R. Berthiaume, Jr.Chairman

February 17, 2012

NOTICE OF MORTGAGEE’S SALE OFREAL ESTATE

By virtue and in execution of the Powerof Sale contained in a certain mortgagegiven by Richard J. Marcille and Barbara A.Marcille to Spencer Savings Bank datedNovember 4, 1993, and recorded with theWorcester District Registry of Deeds in Book15733 at Page 7, of which mortgage theundersigned is the present holder, for breachof the conditions of said mortgage and for thepurpose of foreclosing the same will be soldat Public Auction at 11:00 A.M. on the 16th

day of March, 2012, upon the mortgagedpremises described below and being now orformerly known as 32 Town Farm Road,Warren, Worcester County, Massachusetts,all and singular the premises described insaid mortgage, to wit:The land in Warren, Worcester County,Mass. consisting of 4 adjoining parcels, withthe buildings thereon located on the north-easterly side of Town Farm Rd. and thenorthwesterly side of Ware Road, boundedand described as follows:PARCEL 1: The land on the northeasterlyline of Town Farm Rd. in said Warren, beingknown and designated as lot 1 on a Plan ofLots dated May 9, 1974, recorded inWorcester District Registry of Deeds in PlanBook 398, Plan 2, bounded and described asfollows:Beginning at a point in the northeasterly lineof Town Farm Rd. in said Warren approxi-mately 335.93 feet, more or less, northwest-erly from the intersection of the northeaster-ly line of Town Farm Rd. and the northwest-erly line of Ware Rd., so-called;thence N. 30° 46’ 10” W., 62.08 ft. along thenortheasterly line of said Town Farm Rd.;thence N. 21° 50’ 40” W., 137.92 ft. along thenortheasterly line of said Town Farm Rd.;thence N. 18° 18’ 32” E., 258.13 ft;thence S. 64° 49’ 20” E., 220.07 ft.;thence S. 4° 29’ 30” W., 127.31 ft. by landnow or formerly of Charles E. and Noella L.Gagnon;thence S. 64° 49’ 20” E., 119.49 ft. by landnow or formerly of Charles and NoellaGagnon;thence S. 25° 10’ 40” W., 93.19 ft.;thence N. 64° 49’ 20” W., 84.3 ft.;thence N. 85° 30’ 30” W., 59.27 ft.;thence S. 37° 29’ 22” W., 91.81 ft.;thence S. 59° 13’ 50” W., 75 ft. to the point ofbeginning.Containing 2.0 acres, more or less.PARCEL 2: The land on the northeasterlyline of Town Farm Rd. in said Warren, bound-ed and described as follows:Beginning at a point in the northwesterly lineof Ware Rd. at the intersection of Ware Rd.and Town Farm Rd. in said Warren;thence N. 29° 33’ 30” E., 307.70 ft. alongsaid northwesterly line of Ware Rd.;thence N. 35° 26’ E., 171.77 ft. along thenorthwesterly line of Ware Rd.;thence N. 64° 49’ 20” W., 131.04 ft., by landnow or formerly of Charles E. and Noella L.Gagnon;thence S. 25° 10’ 40” W. 93.19 ft.;thence N. 64° 49’ 20” W., 84.3 ft.;thence N. 85° 30’ 30” W., 59.27 ft.;thence S. 37° 29’ 22” W. 91.81 ft.;thence S. 59° 13’ 50” W., 75 ft.;thence S. 30° 46’ 10” E., 168.5 ft. along thenortheasterly line of the aforesaid Town FarmRd.;thence S. 17° 56’ E., 167.43 ft. along saidnortheasterly line of Town Farm Rd.;thence E. 9° 40’ 30” S., 25.16 ft. to the pointof beginning.Being lot 3 on the aforementioned plan andcontaining 2.0 acres of land, more or less.PARCEL 3: The land situated on the north-westerly side of Ware Rd. so-called and onthe northeasterly side of Town Farm Rd., so-called, in said Warren, containing 6.7 acresand being a composite of the premisesshown on two plans of land in said Warren,said plans being recorded in WorcesterDistrict Registry of Deeds, Plan Book 408,Plan 30 and Plan Book 408, Plan 29, saidparcel being bounded and described as fol-

lows:Beginning at an iron pin in the northwesterlyside of Ware Rd., at a point 600.5 ft. north-easterly from the intersection of the westerlyline of Ware Rd. with the northeasterly line ofTown Farm Rd., so-called;thence N. 64° 49’ 20” W. along land con-veyed by Kenneth D. Boyea et ux to DouglasTravis et ux, 537.77 ft. to an iron pin;thence S. 18° 18’ 32” W., 258.13 ft. alongland of said Travis to an iron pin in the north-easterly side of Town Farm Rd.;thence northwesterly along Town Farm Rd.,50 ft. to a stone wall at land of Kenneth D.Boyea, et ux;thence along land of said Boyea, partly alonga stone wall N. 18° 13’ E., 257.89 ft., N. 32°4’ 40” E., 168.87 ft., and N. 27° 36’ 10” E.,322.36 ft. to an iron pin;thence S. 38° 33’ E. along land of saidBoyea, 281.15 ft. to an iron pin;thence northeast along land formerly of saidBoyea, now of Albany Corp., 81.7 ft. to aniron pin;thence S. 78° 18’ 10” E. along land of saidBoyea, 407.69 ft. to an iron pin in the north-westerly line of Ware Rd.;thence S. 46° 15’ 30” W., 391.04 ft. alongsaid road to a point;thence S. 17° 13’ W. 37 ft. along said road toa point;thence S. 36° W., 120.20 ft. to an iron pin atthe place of beginning.PARCEL 4: A certain parcel of land inWarren, Worcester County, Massachusetts,on the northwesterly side of Ware Rd., beingknown and designated as lot 2 on Plan ofLots dated May 9, 1974 and recorded inWorcester District Registry of Deeds in PlanBook 398, Plan 2, comprising 33,799 squarefeet of land more or less, bounded anddescribed as follows:Beginning at an iron pin in the northwesterlyline of Ware Rd. in said Warren at a point600.5 ft., more or less, northeasterly from theintersection of the northwesterly line of WareRd. and the northeasterly line of Town FarmRd., so-called;thence W. 25° 10’ 40” N., 317.05 ft, to an ironpin at or near a stone wall;thence S. 4° 29’ 30” W., 127.31 ft. along saidstone wall and land now or formerly of PaulD. Travis et ux to another iron pin at or nearsaid stone wall;thence E. 25° 10’ 40” S. 250.53 ft. along landnow or formerly of said Travis;to another iron pin in the northwesterly line ofsaid Ware Rd.;thence 121.03 ft. along the northwesterly lineof said Ware Rd. to the point of beginning.Also including the mobile home as part of thereal estate.Being the same premises conveyed to themortgagors by deed of Donna J. Mitchell, ofeven date, recorded herewith, instrument#137507.Said premises are subject to an easementfor utility lines as shown in Plan Book 398,Plan 2.Subject to restrictions against commercialuse for 40 years.Premises to be sold and conveyed to thehighest bidder subject to and with the bene-fit of all rights, rights of way, restrictions,easements, covenants, liens or claims in thenature of liens, leases, rights of tenants andparties in possession, orders of conditions,condominium regulations, by-laws, fees andliens, deeds out, improvements, publicassessments, takings, any and all unpaidtaxes, tax titles, tax liens, estate tax liens,Medicaid liens, claims of heirs, water andsewer liens, errors in descriptions, omittedcourses, and any other municipal assess-ments or liens or existing encumbrances ofrecord which are in force and are applicable,having priority over said mortgage, whetheror not reference to such restrictions, ease-ments, improvements, liens or encum-brances is made in the deed.The property is being sold with the expressacknowledgment that the Mortgagee makesno representation or warranty as to the pres-ence or absence of any wetlands or environ-mental issue at or related to the septic or wellsystems, if any, or to any contaminants orother substances, as noted under MGLA c.21E or otherwise. If a violation of MGLA c.21E or any other Massachusetts statute,code or regulation does exist, the correctionthereof will be at the Buyer’s sole cost andexpense, and shall be separate from the pur-chase price. The Buyer shall indemnity andhold harmless the Mortgagee from any andall costs, expense and liability related to anyof the aforesaid.As an additional condition and term of thesale, in the event the successful bidderrefuses to sign the Memorandum of Sale orfails to complete the purchase in accordancewith the terms and conditions of said foreclo-sure sale, the Mortgagee reserves the rightto sell the mortgaged premises to the nexthighest bidder (“Second Bidder”) and toaccept bids upon the condition that theSecond Bidder shall deposit withMortgagee’s attorney the amount of therequired deposit as set forth herein withinthree (3) business days after written notice ofdefault of the previous highest bidder. Upondeposit of the required deposit by theSecond Bidder, the Second Bidder shallbecome the Buyer for the purposes of theforegoing paragraphs and completion of thesale. In addition, in the event of default by thesuccessful Bidder and the Second Bidder,the Mortgagee reserves the right to sell themortgaged premises to the next highest bid-der or assume the second highest bid andproceed with the purchase of the property inaccordance with the Memorandum of Sale.

The Mortgagee reserves the right to changethe terms of the sale and postpone the saleto a later date by public proclamation at orduring the time and date appointed for thesale and to further postpone at anyadjourned sale date by public proclamationat the time and date appointed for theadjourned sale date.No representations, express or implied, aremade with respect to any matter concerningthe premises which will be sold “as is.”Terms of sale: A deposit of five thousand dol-lars ($5,000) by certified or bank check willbe required to be paid by the purchaser atthe time and place of sale as a deposit to beheld at the option of the mortgagee as liqui-dated damages for any breach by the buyer.The balance is to be paid by certified or bankcheck at the offices of Alexandrov, Metzger &Flannagan, P.C., 32 Franklin Street, Suite304, Worcester, MA 01608 within thirty (30)days from the date of sale. Deed will be pro-vided to purchaser for recording upon receiptin full of the purchase price. The successfulbidder shall be required to sign aMemorandum of Terms of Sale containingthe foregoing terms at the Auction Sale.In the event of an error in this publication, thedescription of the premises contained in saidmortgage shall control.Other terms, if any, to be announced at thesale.

Spencer Savings BankIts Successor and/or assigns

Present holder of said mortgageBy its Attorneys,

Alexandrov, Metzger & Flannagan, P.C.32 Franklin Street, Ste. 304

Worcester, MA 01608February 17, 2012February 24, 2012March 2, 2012

LEGAL NOTICEMORTGAGEE’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE

By virtue of and in execution of thePower of Sale contained in a certain mort-gage given by Belinda Burgess and Arthur F.Burgess to Mortgage ElectronicRegistration Systems, Inc. acting solely as anominee for Lendia, Inc., dated April 17,2007 and recorded at Worcester County(Worcester District) Registry of Deeds inBook 41014, Page 343 of which mortgageCitiMortgage, Inc. is the present holder byassignment Recorded at Worcester County(Worcester District) Registry of Deeds inBook 47718, Page 356, for breach of condi-tions of said mortgage and for the purpose offoreclosing the same, the mortgaged premis-es located at 33 Bixby Road, Spencer, MA01562 will be sold at a Public Auction at 1:00PM on March 15, 2012, at the mortgagedpremises, more particularly described below,all and singular the premises described insaid mortgage, to wit:

The land in Spencer, with the buildingsthereon, on the Easterly side of Bixby Road,being shown as Lot #8 on a plan of land enti-tled “Plan of Lots in Spencer, Mass., ownedby Richard E. Derosier”, March 30, 1970,Theodore P. Drazek, R.L.S. said plan beingrecorded with the Worcester District Registryof Deeds, Plan Book 337, Plan 49. Being thesame premises conveyed to the hereinnamed grantor(s) by deed recorded with theWorcester Registry of Deeds in Book 39709,Page 249. The mortgaged premises aremore particularly described in deed recordedwith the Worcester County (Worcester dis-trict) Registry of Deeds in Book 39709, Page249.

For mortgagor’s title see deed recordedwith the Worcester County (WorcesterDistrict) Registry of Deeds in Book 39709,Page 249.

The premises will be sold subject to anyand all unpaid taxes and other municipalassessments and liens, and subject to priorliens or other enforceable encumbrances ofrecord entitled to precedence over this mort-gage, and subject to and with the benefit ofall easements, restrictions, reservations andconditions of record and subject to all tenan-cies and/or rights of parties in possession.

Terms of the Sale: Cash, cashier’s orcertified check in the sum of $5,000.00 as adeposit must be shown at the time and placeof the sale in order to qualify as a bidder (themortgage holder and its designee(s) areexempt from this requirement); high bidder tosign written Memorandum of Sale uponacceptance of bid; balance of purchase pricepayable in cash or by certified check in thirty(30) days from the date of the sale at theoffices of mortgagee’s attorney, Korde &Associates, P.C., 321 Billerica Road, Suite210, Chelmsford, MA 01824-4100 or suchother time as may be designated by mort-gagee. The description for the premises con-tained in said mortgage shall control in theevent of a typographical error in this publica-tion.”

Other terms to be announced at thesale.

CitiMortgage, Inc.Korde & Associates, P.C.

321 Billerica RoadSuite 210

Chelmsford, MA 01824-4100(978) 256-1500

(CMI 11-005932/Burgess)(02-17-12, 02-24-12, 03-02-12)(283660)

February 17, 2012February 24, 2012March 2, 2012

(SEAL)THE COMMONWEALTH OF

MASSACHUSETTSLAND COURT

DEPARTMENT OF THE TRIAL COURT2012 MISC. 457990ORDER OF NOTICE

To:Kathleen M. Prunier; Adrien L. Prunier, Jr.and to all persons entitled to the benefit ofthe Servicemembers Civil Relief Act, 50U.S.C. App. § 501 et seq.:CitiMortgage, Inc.claiming to have an interest in a Mortgagecovering real property in 55 WILSON AVE,SPENCER given by Kathleen M. Prunier andAdrien L. Prunier, Jr. to Mortgage ElectronicRegistration Systems, Inc. , dated March 12,2007, and recorded with the WorcesterCounty (Worcester District) Registry ofDeeds at Book 40831, Page 177 and nowheld by the plaintiff by assignment has/havefiled with this court a complaint for determi-nation of Defendant’s/Defendants’Servicemembers status.

If you now are, or recently have been, inthe active military service of the UnitedStates of America, then you may be entitledto the benefits of the Servicemembers CivilRelief Act. If you object to a foreclosure of theabove-mentioned property on that basis,then you or your attorney must file a writtenappearance and answer in this court atThree Pemberton Square, Boston, MA02108 on or before March 26, 2012 or youwill be forever barred from claiming that youare entitled to the benefits of said Act.

Witness, KARYN F. SCHEIER ChiefJustice of this Court on February 7, 2012.Attest:

Deborah J. PattersonRecorder

201110-0759-bluFebruary 17, 2012

NOTICE OF MORTGAGEE'S SALE OFREAL ESTATE

By virtue and in execution of the Powerof Sale contained in a certain mortgagegiven by Tammy L. Tebo and ChristopherTebo to Mortgage Electronic RegistrationSystems, Inc., dated April 16, 2004 andrecorded with the Worcester County(Worcester District) Registry of Deeds atBook 33371, Page 360, of which mortgageCitiMortgage, Inc. is the present holder, forbreach of the conditions of said mortgageand for the purpose of foreclosing, the samewill be sold at Public Auction at 4:00 p.m. onMarch 12, 2012, on the mortgaged premiseslocated at 27 DONNELLY ROAD,SPENCER, Worcester County,Massachusetts, all and singular the premisesdescribed in said mortgage,TO WIT:All that parcel of land in Spencer, WorcesterCounty, Commonwealth of Massachusettsas more fully described in Deed Book 24543,Page 208, Being Known and designated asMetes and Bounds Property by Fee Simpledeed from Evelyn B. Benoit as set forth inBook 24543 Page 208 dated 7-20-2001 andrecorded 7-31-2001, Worcester CountyRecords, Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

For mortgagor's(s') title see deed record-ed with Worcester County (WorcesterDistrict) Registry of Deeds in Book 24543,Page 208.

These premises will be sold and con-veyed subject to and with the benefit of allrights, rights of way, restrictions, easements,covenants, liens or claims in the nature ofliens, improvements, public assessments,any and all unpaid taxes, tax titles, tax liens,water and sewer liens and any other munici-pal assessments or liens or existing encum-brances of record which are in force and areapplicable, having priority over said mort-gage, whether or not reference to suchrestrictions, easements, improvements, liensor encumbrances is made in the deed.TERMS OF SALE:

A deposit of Five Thousand ($5,000.00)Dollars by certified or bank check will berequired to be paid by the purchaser at thetime and place of sale. The balance is to bepaid by certified or bank check at HarmonLaw Offices, P.C., 150 California Street,Newton, Massachusetts 02458, or by mail toP.O. Box 610389, Newton Highlands,Massachusetts 02461-0389, within thirty (30)days from the date of sale. Deed will be pro-vided to purchaser for recording upon receiptin full of the purchase price. The descriptionof the premises contained in said mortgageshall control in the event of an error in thispublication.

Other terms, if any, to be announced atthe sale.

CITIMORTGAGE, INC.Present holder of said mortgage

By its Attorneys,HARMON LAW OFFICES, P.C.

150 California StreetNewton, MA 02458

(617) 558-0500201108-0370 - BLU

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TUESDAYFEBRUARY 21

SPENCER — The very popular LEGOCLUB for children in kindergarten throughsixth grade will be held from 6-6:45 p.m. at theRichard Sugden Library. It will be offeredevery first and third Tuesday of the monthduring the school year. If anyone in the com-munity has legos that they no longer want,we would love to have them. Participants donot need to register or bring their own legos.

BROOKFIELD — The BrookfieldCongregational Church invites you to theShrove Tuesday PANCAKE SUPPER at 6 p.m.on Feb. 21. The event will include a tradi-tional Mardi Gras King Cake, and the chil-dren will be hiding the “alleluias” untilEaster Sunday. On Wednesday, Feb. 22, thebeginning of Lent will be highlighted by theAsh Wednesday Worship Service at 7 p.m. inour sanctuary. The service will include spe-cial music, a Lenten message, intinction ofashes and Holy Communion. All are invitedto join with us as we begin this holy season.

WEST BROOKFIELD — Bedtime Snacksour FAMILY STORY NIGHT will be heldTuesday, Feb. 21 from 7:00-7:30 p.m. at theMerriam-Gilbert Public Library, WestBrookfield. Just drop in. No registration isnecessary. Bring your favorite stuffed ani-mal. Milk and cookies provided.

SPENCER — Spencer Selectman AnthonyPepe will hold OFFICE HOURS from 6-7 p.m.Tuesday, Feb. 21 in the town administrator’soffice at Memorial Town Hall.

WEDNESDAYFEBRUARY 22

RUTLAND — SENIOR EXERCISE CLASS-ES are held every Wednesday from 10 - 11 a.m.at the Rutland Community Center, GlenwoodRoad, Rutland. Enjoy an hour of fun andexercise to music to help stay strong, fit,healthy and independent. Classes are co-edand all are welcome. The fee is $4 per class.For more information, call Joyce Gamache at(508) 754-2821.

WEST BROOKFIELD — STORY HOUR forchildren 3-6 years old continues at theMerriam-Gilbert Public Library, WestBrookfield from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesdays.The group will explore different themesthrough stories, songs and an engaging craft.Weekly attendance is strongly encouraged,so the children get to know each other andbecome familiar with the program’s routine.(Children must be 3 years old by Sept.1, 2011).Group size is limited to 12 children.

SPENCER — The BABY TIME program forinfants 6 months to 18 months and their care-givers meets on Wednesdays at the RichardSugden Library from 9:30 to 9:45 a.m. TheTODDLER STORY HOUR for children aged18 months to three years old and their care-givers is offered from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Pre-kindergarteners who will be three years oldby Oct. 1 are invited to STORY HOUR from11:30-12:30 a.m. Registration is required forthe above programs and can be done in per-son or by calling 508-885-7513.

BROOKFIELD —MUSIC TIME with Ms.Renee Coro at 11:30 a.m. Wednesdays at theMerrick Public Library, 2 Lincoln St.,Brookfield. All ages welcome to attend, nosign-up is necessary, free snacks and juiceserved. This program is funded by theJeppson Memorial Fund for Brookfield,Greater Worcester Community Foundation.For more information, call 508-867-6339.

N. BROOKFIELD — There will be freeweekly PARENT/CHILD PROGRAMS from 9to 11 a.m. Wednesdays and Fridays at theNorth Brookfield Elementary School, NewSchool Road, North Brookfield


SPENCER — Dig those DINOSAURS from5 to 6 p.m. Wednesdays at the Richard SugdenLibrary. This school-aged program willinclude dinosaur stories, fun facts, activitiesand a craft.

SPENCER – The ECONOMY SHOP at theFirst Congregational Church, 207 Main St.,Spencer will be open Wednesday, Feb. 22 from8 a.m. to noon; Thursday, Feb. 23 from 8 a.m.to 2 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. and Friday, Feb. 24from 8 a.m. to noon. Everything is free.

SPENCER — A Winter Wonderland MUSICand movement program by Deb Hudgins isoffered at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 22 at theRichard Sugden Library. This program is forkids from 3 years to third grade and spon-sored by the Friends of the Library.

N. BROOKFIELD — The 1stCongregational Church will hold its annualAsh Wednesday Service at 7 p.m. Wednesday,Feb. 22. This service begins our series ofLenten Services that will meet eachWednesday through March 28. This year’stheme is Walking the in the Footsteps ofJesus Love, which will be a weekly study of ICorinthians 13:1-8a. The Theme Song is

“Love Never Fails.” Along with messages byPastor Libby and Pastor Winters, a numberof gifted members will share, includingLinda Ottman, Ron Olson, John Thomas, andCelia Daniels. More details are available onthe Church website:http://www.firstchurchnb.org. All are wel-come to attend. For more information, call867-8428/7214.

THURSDAYFEBRUARY 23

SPENCER — BINGO at the Knights ofColumbus, 10 Meadow Road, Spencer everyThursday. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. The firstgame starts at 6:45 p.m. Come and enjoy somegood food, good people and hopefully win alittle.

BROOKFIELD — “DIVORCE CARE” week-ly meetings will be held at 6:30 p.m. onThursdays at the Brookfield CongregationalChurch, On the Common, Brookfield.DivorceCare groups meet weekly to help youface challenges and move toward rebuildingyour life. DivorceCare is a friendly, caringgroup of people who will walk alongside youthrough one of life’s most difficult experi-ences. Don’t go through separation or divorcealone. Each session includes a skill-buildingDVD presentation and is followed by aDiscussion/Support Group. For more infor-mation, call the church office at 508-867-6262or e-mail to [email protected].

SPENCER — There will be free weeklyPARENT/CHILD PROGRAMS from 9 to 11a.m. Thursdays at the Spencer Child CareCenter, 216 Main St., Spencer. The programruns in accordance with the Spencer ChildCare Center. This free program is sponsoredby the Spencer, Wachusett, North & EastBrookfield Coordinated Family Grant inpartnership with the Spencer Child CareCenter. Funded by the MassachusettsDepartment of Early Education and Care. Noregistration is required. This is a stay andplay program and parents must attend withtheir children. For more information, pleasecall 508-885-2934 or email [email protected].

BROOKFIELD — Yetti Frenkel will assiststudents in creating a CINQUAIN POEM andFold-Out Card from 3 to 5 p.m. Thursday, Feb.23 for children ages 7 and up at the MerrickPublic Library, 2 Lincoln St., Brookfield. Inthis two-hour workshop, participants write afive-line poem, then illustrate their cinquainin a five-page, accordion-fold card. This pro-gram is supported in part by a grant from theBrookfield Cultural Council, a local agencywhich is supported by the MassachusettsCultural Council, a state agency. For moreinformation, call 508-867-6339.

E. BROOKFIELD —A “GriefShare” SUP-PORT GROUP continues at 6:30 p.m.Thursdays at the E. Brookfield BaptistChurch, 262 East Main St., East Brookfield.This ministry is a collaboration of both E.Brookfield Baptist Church and theBrookfield Congregational Church. Forquestions, please call 508-867-7725.

SPENCER — Adults are invited to join theRichard Sugden Library book discussion aswe read CALL OF THE WILD by JackLondon from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb.23. Copies of the book may be picked up at thelibrary’s Main Desk. No registration neces-sary. Location: Quiet Study.

SPENCER — The SMURFS MOVIE mati-nee will be shown from 1 to 3 p.m. Thursday,Feb. 23 at the Richard Sugden Library.Children under 10 must be accompanied byan adult.

WEST BROOKFIELD — The Merriam-Gilbert Public Library BOOK CLUB meets at4 p.m. Thursday, Feb, 23 to discuss GabrielGarcia Marquez’ “One Hundred Years ofSolitude.” New members are always wel-come.

W. BROOKFIELD — WII programs @ theMerriam-Gilbert Public Library in WestBrookfield during School Vacation Week!!Thursday, Feb. 23 from 2-3 p.m. for childrenages 6-10 and from 3-5 p.m. for young adultsages 11-17 - Super Mario Bros., Mario Kartand Just Dance 2!! See Mary in the Children’sRoom to sign up.

FRIDAYFEBRUARY 24



SPENCER – The First CongregationalChurch, 207 Main St., Spencer is holding theSecond Annual LENTEN LUNCHES, spon-sored by the Women’s Fellowship from 11:30a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Fridays, Feb. 24, March 2.March 9, March 16, March 23 and March 30.The lunches will feature soups, sandwiches,desserts and beverages. Call to find out whatthe menu of the day is. Enjoy your lunch inour dining room or call ahead for delivery or

pick up 10 a.m. to noon orders only 508-885-5098. We will deliver to business and individ-ual homes in Spencer ONLY on orders of $40or more.

N. BROOKFIELD — The North BrookfieldSportsmen’s Club will hold a “TexasHold’em” TOURNAMENT at the Club, 20Boynton Road, North Brookfield, on FridayFeb. 10. Play starts promptly at 7:30 p.m. Thisis to benefit the Youth Fishing Derby that willbe held in the Spring. Refreshments areavailable.

SATURDAYFEBRUARY 25

N. BROOKFIELD — The North BrookfieldNORTH CRAFTY CHRISTIANS meet everySaturday from 10 a.m. to noon in the parson-age of the First Congregational Church ofNorth Brookfield. If you knit, crochet, cross-stitch or do any other kind of portable craft,come and craft with us! It is open to everyone— every skill level, every craft, every age. Formore information, contact Ashley Ottman at(484) 213-1750 or e-mail [email protected].

N. BROOKFIELD — The Rotary of theBrookfields will hold its annual TURKEYDINNER at 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 25 at theNorth Brookfield Elementary School. Thecost is $12 per person. Call Barbara at 423-436-9457 or Chet at 508-867-3203 for tickets.

SUNDAYFEBRUARY 26

LEICESTER — The Leicester Knights ofColumbus will hold an indoor YARD SALEand flea market from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday,Feb. 26 at 93 Manville St., Leicester. Call 508-688-7000 for information or to reserve a table.

AUBURN — The Worcester ModelRailroaders, Inc. ANNUAL SHOW and SALEwill be held from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Sunday,Feb. 26 at the Auburn Elks Club, 754Southbridge St., Auburn. Admission is $5,per person. There is no charge for childrenunder 12. The show has approximately 25model railroad dealers offering items for saleas well as HO scale, operating layouts avail-able for viewing. Raffle tickets for a complete4’x8’ model railroad layout (on display) willbe available at the show. The 40’x60’Worcester Model Railroad Club layout will beopen and operating using Digital CommandControl and is only 15 minutes from the showin Dudley. For directions and show informa-tion go to www.wmrr.org. For more informa-tion, contact Ralph Kimball, 508-755-1873,[email protected] andwww.wmrr.org.

Also, an OPEN HOUSE at our new clubquarters will be held on the same day from 10a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Stevens Linen Complex,137 Schofield Ave, (Route 12) Dudley, MA. Our43 x 51 HO scale operating layout depicts theBoston & Albany line from Boston toSpringfield with a branch line into RhodeIsland and Connecticut. Visitors will be ableto observe club members operating steamand diesel trains and operate a train them-selves. Handicapped accessible.Admission/donation $2, children under 12(with adult), free. Free with show stamp. Forfurther information and directions:[email protected], http://www.wmrr.org.

MONDAYFEBRUARY 27

W. BROOKFIELD — The Toddler PLAYGROUP for children ages birth to 3 yearsmeets Mondays at 10 a.m. in the Children’sRoom at the Merriam-Gilbert Public Library,3 West Main St., West Brookfield. The firsthalf hour will be free play. During the secondhalf hour, the librarian will lead the groupwith songs, finger plays, and stories. Justdrop in, no registration is necessary.

EAST BROOKFIELD — The EastBrookfield Public Library, 122 Connie MackDrive, East Brookfield, will hold a LEGOCLUB for ages 9-12 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Monday,Feb. 27. Be creative, bring your friends andjoin the fun. We will display your creations atthe library.

TUESDAYFEBRUARY 28

BROOKFIELD — COCKTAIL HOURUnder the Tree of Forgetfulness byAlexander Fuller from 7 to 8 p.m. Tuesday,Feb. 28 at the Merrick Public Library, 2Lincoln St., Brookfield. A memorable jour-ney from Scotland to Africa … “[An] electri-fying new memoir . . . Writing in shimmer-ing, musical prose, Ms. Fuller creates por-traits of her mother, father and variouseccentric relatives.” — Michiko Kakutani,The New York Times. For more information,call 508-867-6339.

SPENCER — It will be FAMILY FUNNIGHT at the Richard Sugden Library from5:45-6:45 p.m. Bring your family for a story,game and craft.

WEDNESDAYFEBRUARY 29

RUTLAND — SENIOR EXERCISE CLASS-

ES are held every Wednesday from 10 - 11 a.m.at the Rutland Community Center, GlenwoodRoad, Rutland. Enjoy an hour of fun andexercise to music to help stay strong, fit,healthy and independent. Classes are co-edand all are welcome. The fee is $4 per class.For more information, call Joyce Gamache at(508) 754-2821.

WEST BROOKFIELD — STORY HOUR forchildren 3-6 years old continues at theMerriam-Gilbert Public Library, WestBrookfield from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesdays.The group will explore different themesthrough stories, songs and an engaging craft.Weekly attendance is strongly encouraged,so the children get to know each other andbecome familiar with the program’s routine.(Children must be 3 years old by Sept.1, 2011).Group size is limited to 12 children.

SPENCER — The BABY TIME program forinfants 6 months to 18 months and their care-givers meets on Wednesdays at the RichardSugden Library from 9:30 to 9:45 a.m. TheTODDLER STORY HOUR for children aged18 months to three years old and their care-givers is offered from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Pre-kindergarteners who will be three years oldby Oct 1 are invited to STORY HOUR from11:30-12:30 a.m. Registration is required forthe above programs and can be done in per-son or by calling 508-885-7513.

BROOKFIELD —MUSIC TIME with Ms.Renee Coro at 11:30 a.m. Wednesdays at theMerrick Public Library, 2 Lincoln St.,Brookfield. All ages welcome to attend, nosign-up is necessary, free snacks and juiceserved. This program is funded by theJeppson Memorial Fund for Brookfield,Greater Worcester Community Foundation.For more information, call 508-867-6339.



WEST BROOKFIELD — The CRAFT CLUBwill meet Wednesday, Feb. 29 from 3:30-4:30p.m. at the Merriam-Gilbert Public Library,West Brookfield. Ages 6-12. Call the library ifyou want to join.

BROOKFIELD — The Merrick PublicLibrary, 2 Lincoln St., Brookfield, and theFriends of the Library are offering anAmerican Heart Association CPR and FIRSTAID CLASS presented by Matt Simpson onWednesday, Feb. 29 and Thursday, March 1.The class will be held from 5:00 pm until 8p.m. and attendance at both sessions ismandatory. This class, open to those age 11and over, is being offered to members of thecommunity who want a course completioncard. Students will learn to manage illnessand injuries in the first few minutes untilprofessional help arrives as well as adult,child and infant CPR. Use of an AutomatedExternal Defibrillator (AED) will also betaught. There is a $25 fee. (The Friends of theLibrary are sponsoring the other half of thefee for this program.) Please call 508-867-6339for further information. Due to the unusualdemand for this program the fee must be paidwhen you sign up.

SPENCER — Dig those DINOSAURS from5 to 6 p.m. Wednesdays at the Richard SugdenLibrary. This school-aged program willinclude dinosaur stories, fun facts, activitiesand a craft.

SPENCER —Auditions for parts in theRichard Sugden Library’s spring play, SNOWWHITE and the Seven Dwarfs, will be heldfrom 5-6 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 29.

Roles are for kids from K-6th grade. Teensare welcome to help out with the sets and cos-tumes and props.

THURSDAYMARCH 1

ROCHDALE — Jezekiah Stone’s COFFEE-HOUSE at the Christ Episcopal Church, 1089Stafford St., Rochdale hosts a show and recep-tion on the first Thursday of the month. Thedoors open at 7 p.m. David Massengill willperform at 7:30 p.m. A reception will follow at9 p.m.

SPENCER — BINGO at the Knights ofColumbus, 10 Meadow Road, Spencer everyThursday. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. The firstgame starts at 6:45 p.m. Come and enjoy somegood food, good people and hopefully win alittle.

BROOKFIELD — “DIVORCE CARE” week-ly meetings will be held at 6:30 p.m. onThursdays at the Brookfield CongregationalChurch, On the Common, Brookfield.DivorceCare groups meet weekly to help youface challenges and move toward rebuildingyour life. DivorceCare is a friendly, caringgroup of people who will walk alongside youthrough one of life’s most difficult experi-ences. Don’t go through separation or divorcealone. Each session includes a skill-buildingDVD presentation and is followed by aDiscussion/Support Group. For more infor-mation, call the church office at 508-867-6262or e-mail to [email protected].

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WEBSTER LAKE! Reid Smith Cove!Middle Pond! East Exp - FantasticSunrises! Panoramic Views! 220’Waterfront! Wooded, Rustic &

Private! Ideal 5 Rm Summer Cottage!Stone Fireplaced Great Rm!

2/3Bdrms! 2 Baths! $399,900.00

DUDLEY – 98 Schofield Ave! All theWork Been Done! Loads of Recent

Updates! 7+ Rm Cape! Eat In ModernKitchen w/Open Floor Plan! Dining

Area w/Hearth & Pellet Stove! FormalLiving & Dining Rms! 4 Bdrms & 2

Full Baths! Efficient Gas Heat!$169,900.00

CHARLTON – Charlton Reservoir!Waterfront 7 Rm Colonial! Open Flr

Plan! Granite Kitchen! Din & Liv Rmsw/Hrdwds! Lake Facing Master

w/Master Bath! 3 Bdrms! 2.5 Baths!20x20’ Fam Rm w/Pellet Stove! Enclosed

Porch! Detached 2 Car Garage w/FullSecond Floor! $389,900.00

OXFORD – 220 Main Street! 8 Rm Cape!Kit w/Tin Ceiling! Din Rm w/2 Built-in

China Cabinets! 3 Bdrms! Hrdwd Floors!Covered Porch! 15x22 Workshop Areaw/15x35 Rm Overhead! 2 Car Garage!Replacement Windows! Front Roof

Shingled this Year! 1/2 Acre Zoned CentralBusiness! $179,000.00

DUDLEY – 60 Eagle Dr! Brand New!2800’! 9 Rms! Granite Kitchen! 19X19.5

Family Rm! 3 Bdrms! Master Suitew/Office! 3 Tile Baths! All Hardwood

Floors! 2X6 Construction! C/Air! 2 CarGarage! Time to Pick Interior Colors!

$349,900.00

DUDLEY – 5 Prospect Ave! Down Sizing,Right Sizing or 1st Time Sizing! 4+ RmRanch! Silestone & Granite Counters!Tile Kitchen! 19’ Living Room! Lower

Level Family Room or Second Bedroom!Tile Bath! Detached Garage! Recent

“Metal” Roof! $119,900.00

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WEBSTER – 1 East Main St! Location,Location! Ideal Law Office, Accountant,

Insurance! Major Exposure! HighTraffic! Reception/Secretarial Office! 2Private Offices! Records Rm! 1/2 Bath!

FHA Oil! C/Air! Corner Lot! Across fromWebster First Federal! Off Street

Parking! $89,900.00

WEBSTER - 824 School St! 11 RmFederal Colonial! Foyer! Liv Rm

w/Frplc! Din Rm! Library! New Kit! 5Bdrms! Master w/Sitting Rm! Maids

Rm w/Sep. Entrance! 3rd Flr for Add'lRms! Hrdwds! Office w/Sep.

Entrance! 3 Car Gar!2006 Roof! $299,900.00

DUDLEY – 7 Jaybee Ave! 7 RmCustom Ranch! Beautifully Landscaped

Corner Lot! Fully Applianced! FrplcdDin Rm! Frplcd Fam Rm! Newly

Carpeted Liv Rm! 3 Bdrms! Master 1/2Bath! 1.5 Baths Total! 1 Owner!

$239,900.00

MILLBURY – 34 Singletary Rd! Lake

Singletary Access! 5 Rm Charming

Ranch! Frplcd Liv Rm w/Hrdwds!

Private Setting! Super Lake views!

Many Upgrades Since 2009 - New Deck,

Furnace, Roof, Insulation & Windows!

Town Sewer! $199,900.00

WEBSTER – 3 Jackson Road! 8 Rm

Split! Frplc Liv Rm w/Cathedral Ceiling!

Appliance Kit! Din Area w/Hrdwd Flr! 3

Bdrms! Master w/Hrdwd Flr! Lower Level

w/Fam Rm! Office! 2 Full Bthrms! Garage!

Deck! Nice Back Yard! Stone Patio!

$159,900.00

WEBSTER LAKE – 3 Long Island!Accessible by Boat Only! "True

Summer Cottage" Ready to Rough It!Loads of Potential! Water on 2 Sides!

Panoramic Views Across Wide Expanseof the Middle Pond! 3 Separate butConnected Buildings! 5 Bedrooms!

$229,900.00

WEBSTER LAKE – 38 Laurelwood!Beautiful Sunsets! Natural SandyBeach! 76' Waterfront! Panoramic

Views! 8 Rm Brick Ranch! Ideal In-LawPossibilities! 2Kitchens, 2Baths,

2Fireplaces! Potential Inside & Out!Garages! Beautiful Grounds!Boat Ramp! $449,900.00

DUDLEY – 27 Sunset Drive! 3,348’10 Rm Colonial w/Main Level 3 RmIn-Law! Applianced Oak Kit! FrplceLiv Rm w/Cathedral Ceiling! Formal

Din Rm w/Hrdwds! 4 Bdrms! 3.5Baths! Fam Rm! Den/Office! 2 Car

Garage! In-Ground Pool!$349,900.00

DUDLEY - "Grand View Estates" 25Piasta Rd! 8 Rm Colonial! 2.4 Acres!

Fantastic Views/Sunsets! New Granite& Tile! Liv & Din Rm w/Hrdwds! Brick

Hearth! Fam Rm! 3 Bdrms! MasterBath w/Whirlpool & Sep Shower! 2Full & 2 Half Baths! Garages! Ingr

Pool! $309,900.00

OXFORD – 22 Birch Point Shores! PrivateSacarrappa Pond – Fantastic View! 6 Rm

Colonial Cape! Stone Frplcd Liv Rmw/Hrdwds! Water Facing Applianced Kitw/Granite, Center Isle & Tile Flr! WaterFacing Master w/Bath, Walk-in Closet,

Cathedrals! 2.5 Baths Total! C/Air! HugeDeck! $259,900.00

WEBSTER – 8 Vecchia St! 4 FamilyCentrally Located! Walk to Restaurants,Banking & Groceries! Great Commuter

Location! Off Street Parking! FullyRented! All 4 Rm / 2 Bdrm Units! Tile &Hrdwds! Newer Roof! Vinyl Sided! Most

Replacement Windows!$239,900.00

WEBSTER - 8 Concord Ct UB! 55+Adult Community! Immediate

Occupancy! Applianced! Alcove Din Area!2 Bdrms! Master w/Walk-In Closet &

Vanity! Oversized Liv Rm! Slider to Deck!CAir! 1st Flr Laundry! Full Basement!Garage! Farmers Porch! Community

Center! $218,900.00

THOMPSON – 77 Main St! Wow!10,668’ Building includes a 2,070’

Apartment Plus a 30X45’ Barn all seton 1.07 Acres! So Many PossibleUses! 45X53’ Show Room w/9’9”

Ceiling Height! 38X56’ + 39X59’ +39X47’ Rear Section! Commercial!

$199,900.00

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SOUTHBRIDGE - 404 Pleasant St! 5Rm Contemp! Quality Throughout!

Applianced! 17x18 Vinyl Deck w/ElectricAwning! Cathedral Liv Rm w/Wood Flr! 3

Bdrms! 1st Flr Master! 1.5 CeramicBaths w/Pedestal Sinks! New French

Doors, Siding & A/C! AndersonWindows! Young Roof! Recent Furnace!

$246,500.00

WEBSTER – 51 Ash St! 4 Rm Ranch!16,577' Level Lot! Move In Condition!

Open Liv Rm & Din Rm w/Wall to Wall!Remodeled Eat-in Kit! Recent Bath!

Bdrm w/Wall to Wall & Double Closet!Separate 4x5 Walk In Closet! 2011

Furnace & Water Heater! Deck! Sided!$89,900.00

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DUDLEY – 19 Lyons Rd! 8 RmColonial! New Applianced Granite Kitw/Island! Din Rm w/Hrdwds! Frplce

Fam Rm w/Cathedrals! Denw/Hrdwds! 4 Bdrms w/Hrdwds!

Master Bath! 2.5 Baths! 3Z Oil Heat!Nicely Landscaped! Stone Patio!

$293,900.00

DUDLEY – 16 Hickory Dr! WellMaintained! Level Manicured 8/10thAcre Lot! Appliance Kit w/BreakfastBar! Frplc Liv Rm! 3Bdrms! 2 Full

Baths - Jacuzzi Tub! Frplc Fam Rm!Sep Laundry! 2 Car Gar! Newer Roof

& Windows! Deck! Shed!$234,900.00




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DUDLEY – 4 St. Mary Ave! ConvenientlyLocated 8+ Rm Ranch! Lower Level 4 Rm

In-law Apart w/Separate Drive & Entrance!Open Floor Plan! 2 Kitchens! 3/4

Bedrooms! Applianced! Cathedral Ceiling!Skylight! 2 Pellet Stoves! Wood Laminate

Floors! Fenced Yard w/AGR Pool! 2 Sheds!$189,900.00

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Southborough - Liquor & conven-ience store w/ lottery. Furniture, fix-tures & equipment included. 3500sqft. bldg on 1/4 acre lot. $625,000Exclusively w/ Elie 508-328-3622 @C21 Maher

***RENTALS***Whitinsville/Northbridge - Bright 2-3

bdrm, 2nd floor...........................$1150***LEASE SPACE***

Auburn - 925 sq. ft. offices ......$925Oxford - Office space… $800

***LAND***Charlton - 4+ acre wooded lot.................................... $75,000Dudley - 4 acre wooded lot... $95,000

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITYMilford - Gas station & conveniencestore...$40,000 business only:Call Elie 508-328-3622

Out of Town - Restaurant business &real estate for sale. $599,000Call Elie - 508-328-3622

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“No Down Payment Program” available... call for details!

DUDLEY - Downsizing or first timebuyer? Here is the home for you! Nice2 BR ranch w/hardwoods, full walk-outbasement... garage... new roof... townservices... Dead-end street... $149,900. Call Century 21 Maher for a private show-ing! 800-563-7019

Sturbridge – Fabulous Colonialabuts Draper Woods!Neighborhoodyet privacy! Sunken fireplaced familyroom,dream kitchen, master bdrmsuite! Granite, hardwoods, whirlpool,great yard!! $399,900Call Century 21 Maher for a privateshowing! 800-563-7019

Auburn – 4 bedroom Cape with fire-placed living room with wood stove,1st floor master bdrm, hardwoodfloors, vinyl sided, 1/4 acre lot inneighborhood setting. $209,900 Call Century 21 Maher for a privateshowing! 800-563-7019

Auburn-Charming brick Cape w/great com-muter access! Spacious fireplaced LRw/hrdwd flrs. Two 1st floor bdrms includesmaster w/bath! Two large 2nd floor bdrmswith new full bath! Beautiful finished lowerlevel and fabulous fenced yard. $259,900Call Century 21 Maher for a private showing! 800-563-7019

Oxford - 5 Rm, 2 BR Condo atThayer Pond Village. Spacious 1stfloor condo w/ central air & patiolocated on poolside. Country settingclose to major routes. $90'sCall Century 21 Maher for a privateshowing! 800-563-7019

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Auburn – Desirable location! 3BDRM ranch, fireplaced living room,hardwoods, recent siding, windowsand furnace! Walk up attic has poten-tial for add’l rooms! Quick closingpossible. $185,000Call Century 21 Maher for a privateshowing! 800-563-7019

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Sharon PelletierBroker Owner43 East Main Street Webster, MA 01570

Build YOUR DreamHome HERE &Enjoy RollingFarmland Vistas,Lovely CountrySetting Feels FarAway yet Close By

Both on Center Rd, Each is 2 Acres! Great Location!New Construction Pkgs Available Starting at $325,

000 1 Lot - Just Reduced, asking $65,000!

Approx. 3/4 acre(.71) of VacantLand, Res-10Zone, Mixed UseArea of SFs & MFs& Condos, GreatPotential w/305’Rd Frnt on Paper

Rd known as Elmwd, Abuts 19 George,Asking $94,900 Got Offers?

CUSTOM Over-Sized Hip RoofRanch SpeaksQ U A L I T Y !2100 sf on 1L e v e l !Excellent Split

Flr Plan, Incredible Mstr Suite, MEGA-RM toExpand! Huge walk up Attic + 42x72 LL!Asking $338,000

AFFORDABLE3 BR CAPENice Layout,1st Flr, MstrBR & Bath,H a r d w o o dFlrs, Price

Reduced $15,000! Offers Considered, GoodBones - Great Potential! $134,900

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A rare 2+ Acwaterfront estate,Yrrnd 2,800sfhome, 3 BRs, 3

1/2 Baths, waterviews from every room! Possibleoption to purchase or 1031 exchange. Convenientlocation! Call for details Price $3,500./Mo

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DUDLEY ~ LOT 82 Off GEORGE STREET DUDLEY ~ NOT 1 BUT 2 COUNTRY LOTS!

STURBRIDGE - 43 MCGREGORY RD

ATTN: NEIGHBORSDREAM HOME SITES!

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For Lease

Rustic Lakefront

Cottage on

Beautiful S

Charlton

Reservoir!

60’ Wtrfrnt, DeepLot, Great Location! Slow it Down, Keep it Simple!Come to the Lake! $164,900

CHARLTON - 65 S CHARLTON SHORE RD

Lakefront

SINCE 1962 ~ OUR 50TH YEAR IN BUSINESSWHEN YOU THINK OF REAL ESTATE - THINK OF STERLING

WEBSTER -- There arefour bedrooms in thisCape-style home oncorner lot, two on firstfloor and two on sec-ond -- fireplaced livingroom -- dining room -- eat-in kitchen withbreakfast nook --

wood floors -- screened front porch -- oil heat -- work-shop -- garage -- conveniently located to shopping,schools, beach and highway.R/E Tax $1836 $119,900

OFF EXIT 1 - RT. 395 - THOMPSON RD., WEBSTER, MASS.Marc D. Becker, Carla Manzi, Brokers

WEBSTER --Charming olderColonial -- Appliancedkitchen -- formal din-ing room -- fireplacedliving room -- hard-wood floors -- twogood-sized bedroomsand one smaller room

that could be bedroom/nursery/office -- ceramic tiledfull bath and a half bath in the basement -- new Beckettoil burner -- garage -- level lot with perennials -- conve-nient location, close to shopping, schools, highway.

R/E Tax $1705 $119,900

DUDLEY -- First timeoffered! This custom Ranchon 8+ acres on historicDudley Hill is a gem! Brickfront, granite counters,ceramic tile, three fireplaces,

central air, replacement windows, recent roof, updated electric, too manyupgrades to list! Fireplaced living room -- formal dining --updated cabi-nets and applianced eat-in kitchen -- fireplaced family room -- two largebedrooms -- 2.5 baths -- office -- mudroom -- 1st floor laundry -- attached2-car garage -- tons of storage in the basement. Field stone patio out backto enjoy the perennials, berry bushes, and trees on the lovingly landscapedterraced lot. Oil heat, town services. Walking distance to golf course!R/E Tax $2600 $274,900

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DUDLEY - Easy toshow, easy to buy,easy to move in! ThreeBedroom, vinyl-sidedRanch in good neigh-borhood - eat-inkitchen with breakfastbar - dining area with

slider to enclosed back porch - full bath - 1st floor laundry- ceramic and hardwood floors - level corner lot - attachedgarage - gas heat - recent roof - replacement window -town services - conveniently located.R/E Tax $1677 $134,900

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P.O. Box 83 447 Riverside Dr. Thompson CTPhone: (860) 923-3377 Fax: (860) 923-5740

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PUTNAM - Neat & clean 3 BR/1 BA ranch located onflat, level lot in desirable East Putnam tax district; hard-woods & vinyl; fieldstone fireplace in LR; eat-in kitchen;privately set office in rear of home; vegetable and peren-nial gardens on .72 acre lot. Priced at just$149,900

A Place To Call Home…

WEBSTER, MA A view like no other. Wake up every morningwith skyline views of Webster Lake; see into the hills ofWoodstock; and peer into the woods of Charlton. This masonryconstruction home has West facing windows throughout and iscustom built. Featuring a new kitchen w/granite counters & tilefloors, 2 full bathrooms, a fireplaced living room, & two cargarage. This home has tremendous in-law or expansion potentialwith a fully finished lower walk-out level with additional bedroom& fireplaced living. Priced at just $289,900

KILLINGLY – You’ll know you’ve come home when you stepinto this newly renovated 3 BR Killingly ranch. Located in a resi-dential neighborhood, yet close to downtown and highway access,the owners have tastefully updated nearly every feature of thishome including a new kitchen with granite, roof, windows, fur-nace, pex plumbing, gleaming refinished hardwood floors and afresh coat of paint.The LR has a cozy wood fireplace while the fin-ished lower level “man cave” has a 2nd fireplace and walks out toa screened porch and nice backyard. In move-in condition, pricedappropriately at just $174,500

THOMPSON- "Pampered With Perfection" This 3000 sq. footThompson Colonial home features all of the fine qualities youdemand for upscale living.You will enjoy and appreciate thekitchen complete with Swanstone sink,Corian countertops andtop of the line appliances.Five bedrooms, 2 1/2 Baths give yourfamily all the space they need.extra features include 9 foot ceil-ings, Crown molding and Wainscoting in this lovely home that sitsnicely on 1 1/2 acres.A spectacular home that needs to be seen tobe believed! Proudly offered at $359,900.

KILLINGLY-No one will believe you only paid $178,000 forthis Killingly Raised Ranch! Located in a neighborhood setting onover an acre of land, this home has a newly remodeled kitchen, asizeable living room with sliders onto a backyard deck, 3 goodsized BR's and 2 full baths. The master even has a generous mas-ter closet. The yard is impeccably kept with a paved drive, an AGpool and an outbuilding for your tools and toys. Did we mentionthe 2 car garage and workshop? Move-in condition.

COMMERCIAL OPPORTUNITY - THOMPSONUnique opportunity-purchase as land and remove prop-erty, purchase and rehab for business (zoning approvalrequired). Building needs repair-roof collapse. Was aprevious furniture showroom-could be used as just 1,200sq. ft. building only. Call for more information. Pricedat just $50,000

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“We are part of Make Southbridge Home”

S o u t h b r i d g e :Centrally located nearHospital! Larger thanit looks! 6 room 3bedroom 1 bath

Ranch. Fireplace. Updated windows. Garage. Levelyard. Needs a little TLC, but look at the PRICE!$99,900.

Southbridge:Beaut i fu l

Redstone Condo available

for Sale! Beautiful 4 room

2 bedroom with updated

kitchen, large rooms, and

low heat cost! Lots of

parking. Secure building. Laundry available in build-

ing. Priced way below assessment at $64,900!

Southbridge:TWO FAMILY IN

OUTSTANDING CONDITION &

LOCATION! Updated 6 rooms 3

bedrooms 1 1/2 baths duplex

style two family. Newer kitchen.

Open living room to dining room.

Lots & Lots of space. Electrical

updated. Separate utilities. Deck. Off street parking for each side.

One side already rented. Other side perfect for owner occupied-

just move in and enjoy. $189,900.

Southbridge:Brand New Home ANDno down payment required (mustqualify). YES it is TRUE! PLUS under$180,000! Woodstock side of town! 5room 3 bedroom Ranch! Differentlots to choose from PLUS differentstyles of homes at different prices.Reputable builder-easy to reach &

work with. You choose colors, cabinets, flooring, and counters. We han-dle everything! Call us! Have your own plan-let us price out your dreamhome. Have a house to sell? Fine we can sell it for you. Only a few lotsleft, so hurry so you can be in your dream home this summer!

Open House 12-2pm SunS o u t h b r i d g e : S p a c i o u sVictorian with a potential ofconverting to 2 family! Firstfloor has living room, formaldining room, eat in kitchen, fullbath and 4 bedrooms. 2nd floor

has 3 rooms plus full bath. So much room! Lower level alsohas game room! Location a plus! Nice residential area nearhospital. Stop in. No obligation. $129,900. 71 Glover St.

Southbridge:EXCELLENT

OPPORTUNITY for a bar-

gain! Lovely country Cape

built in 1993! 6 rooms 3

bedrooms 1 1/2 baths.

Fireplace, hardwood

floors, farmer’s porch, deck-plus attached 2 car

garage! $169,900-make an offer!

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*Extremely Large 4Family on CornerLot with Fenced inYard!!** All UnitsFeature, 3 Rooms, 1B/R and Full Bath..Walk up to the Third

Level featuring SIX, One Room Units, and the 7th has beenconverted into Two Large Rooms. Great Opportunity toUpdate, will Make this Property a Great Investment..! SlateRoof, Exterior Porches, Laundry Hook up in Two Units..Updated 100 Amp Electrical Service, Gas Heat, SeparateLandlord Meters... Priced to Sell! (..Easy to Show...)

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Webster Waterfrontproperty with adja-cent marina forextra income.Features includegreat open floorplanwith lakeside win-dows overlookingMiddle Pond.Central air, Finished

walkout basement, one car garage under.Quick easyaccess to 395. This is not a driveby, larger than it looksAlso listed as business opportunity MLS # 71256225

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WEBSTER - $549,900

75 BIRCH ISLAND RD

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Select your unit now...stayin Dudley...eliminatemaintenance...countryatmosphere yet nearshopping and highways...Dudley's only 55+Community... 2 X 6 con-struction with an open

floor plan... customize your kitchen...hardwood floors, carpet,ceramic tile...you design your home...full basement for stor-age...1st floor laundry...cathedral ceilings create open feelingthroughout your living area...add a screened in porch overlook-ing private yard. Options include central air, security systems...

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Move Right in andenjoy the Lake,Well maintainedfirst level walkoutto Lake, Unit inexcellent condi-tion. Laundry inunit, walkin clos-et and plenty of

storage. Great commuter location. If you think youwould enjoy the calm and peaceful flow of lakefrontliving, this is the place to call home.

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Q u a l i f i e dbuyers only!M o t i v a t e dseller relo-c a t i n g .D r a s t i c a l l yreduced, cus-tom builtquality homew / d e e d e d

beach rights - North Pond area of Webster Lake. Enjoy gor-geous sunsets on your private balcony of suite master bed-room w/walk-in closet, private powder room, custom built-ins& spa-roman inspired master bath, marble floored sunroomoverlooking Webster Lake, 5 car garage, workshop, profession-ally landscaped corner lot. Make all your dreams come true!

LLaauurriiee SSuulllliivvaann 550088--552255--00661111

175 KILLDEER ISLAND RD

Rare Find!!!!,Wellmaintained 3 bedcape on 3/4 acrelevel fenced in lot.NEW SEPTIC SYS-TEM; FINISHEDWALKOUT BASE-MENT. Ingroundpool, play area, 3tiered dck. hot tub;

updates include kitchen/2 full baths, stamped concretedriveway and front walk, living room fp with pellet stove;2beds up, 1 first floor bedrm, professional landscaping/alarm and much more. Don't hesitate.

BBaarrrryy DDwwoorrmmaann 997788--550022--99116699

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Beautiful cus-tom ranch ine x c e l l e n t ,quiet neigh-borhood, fea-turing a largeyard w/fencedin section.Interior in

close to move-in condition, fireplace, hardwood/tilefloors, mudroom, oversized 1-car garage, new roof andvinyl siding. Price reflects cost of new septic.

TToonnyy AAllffaammaa 550088--445511--00447711

An exquisite settingwith a beautiful view ofWebster Lake and themountains. This is arare opportunity tobuild on a wonderfulpiece of land.Magnificent lighted sky-line at night! Well is

installed on the property. This site is ideal for a large twostory home with garage alongside as pictured or Garage underwith a full walk out basement! Custom building packages areavailable.

DDeerreekk AAllffaammaa 550088--225544--44111188

WEBSTER - $434,900

DUDLEY - $119,900-$239,900DUDLEY - $239,900OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 12-2

Great commuter loca-tion..6 miles to Rte395,10 minutes toMass. Pike. Open con-temporary split, formalDR, eat-in kitchen,lower level FR. Levellot and convenient to

schools, golf course, town beach. Carpeted in living room,kitchen, and dining room. (no hardwood in DR). An opportu-nity to locate into a great neighborhood and desirable schoolsystem. Oversized 52 'x 27' split with full bath off master. Donot delay..


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Come build your dreamhome on this ready tobuild lot. Engineeringwork is all done for youwith 3 bdrm septicdesign in hand,INSTALLED well andpump, required hay

bales in place AND all approvals in hand. Perfect com-muter location within minutes of I-290/395, Rte 20, Rte 146and Mass Pike. Beautifully stone walls along 2 sides ofproperty, corner lot (McCracken & Dwinell Rd) withdriveway possibility off of Dwinell. Call for additionalinformation and proposed house plans.

DDiiaannee LLuuoonngg 777744--223399--22993377

Spacious Colonial oncul-de-sac in quietneighborhood. Eat-inkitchen w/ sliders toback yard deck.Formal dining room.Living room features

fireplace and cathedral ceiling. Master bedroomsuite includes walk-in closet and master bath w/jacuzzi bathtub. Close to center of town; rtes. 395, 290and Mass Pike. A beautiful home for your beautifulfamily!

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29 MONUMENT DR McCRACKEN RD

OXFORD - $350,250

Beautiful custombuilt hip roofranch on a cul-de-sac. Open con-cept (liv-kitch).Lots of cabinetsand counterspace. Tiled back

splash and L-shped counter w/ recessed lighting.Separate laudry room, huge basement. Has plenty ofexpansion options.

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3 NATES WAY

RUTLAND - $315,000

MILLBURY - $139,900

A charming Englishcottage with opendining room and liv-ing room, recentaddition withupstairs dormitorytype bedroom,defininely for thosewho appreciate anantique flavor withsome updates. Roof,

heating system,bathroom, kitchen have all been updated.. floorsstill have old world feel. Cherry cabinets in kitchen with granitecountertops,tin ceiling in hallway,hardwood floor in kitchen ,french doorsto family room. Central location, yet country feel..


15 WARSAW AVE33 JUNE ST

DUDLEY - $174,900

Recent updates...kitchen with newappliances... 2 lazysusans... formaldining area withroom for hutch...thermopane win-dows... recent

roof... full bath in lower level... private yard... conven-ient to schools, shopping, walk to golf course... gasfireplace... lower level has wd burning fireplace.


68 AIRPORT RD

Impeccable town-house in" W o o d b u r y v i l l eHeights" Move-incondition - NewStainless SteelKitchen, laundry,new w & d, diningroom w/ sliders to

deck- woods & water view, living room w/gas fp, cath. ceil-ing, fan & skylight, master bedroom w/ walk-in closet, cen-tral air. Two car garage. Potential finished basement - slid-ers to patio. Commuter location, also near BlackstonValley Shoppes - move in for the Holidays!

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SUTTON - $249,000

24 COLDSPRING DR

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THREE-FOURTHS OF HOMEOWNERS WHO PLANTO REMODEL THEIR KITCHENS WANT GRANITE

(NAPS)

Despite the economic downturn—or perhaps because of it—a new sur-vey of American homeownersshows they overwhelmingly recog-nize the value, beauty, durabilityand safety of granite countertops.

The survey of 1,588 homeowners,conducted online by HarrisInteractive on behalf of The MarbleInstitute, found that 76 percent ofhomeowners agree with the state-ment “Nothing beats the beauty andvalue of granite countertops” and 75percent of homeowners who intend

to remodel theirkitchens in thenext two yearsindicated theywant granite coun-tertops.

“The surveyshows what ourcustomers aretelling us: No mat-ter what the econo-my looks like,homeowners rec-ognize that granitec o u n t e r t o p senhance the valueof their homes,”said G.K. Naquin ofStone Interiors inLoxley, Alabama,whose company

sells granite and other countertops.“Consumers who are remodelingtheir kitchens see granite counter-tops as a safe investment in theirhomes. They prefer this naturalstone to other materials becausethey understand it pays for itself interms of higher resale value.”

When asked to rate which coun-tertop material most enhances thevalue of their homes, homeownersfavored granite by more than athree-to-one margin over the secondchoice: solid surface materials, suchas Corian®. Synthetic or manufac-tured stone products, such asSilestone®, were rated a more dis-tant third by the homeowners.

By overwhelming margins, home-owners agreed with the followingstatements about the natural stone:

• 93 percent said granite counter-tops are beautiful

• 91 percent said granite counter-tops are durable

• 89 percent said granite counter-tops are safe.

And 93 percent of homeownerswho intend to remodel theirkitchens in the next two yearsagreed that granite countertops aresafe, reflecting the findings of sever-al comprehensive scientific studiesconducted during the past severalyears.

“Natural stone like granite has

been used in homes for thousands ofyears, and now that new technologyhas reduced the cost of producingand shipping it around the world,more homeowners are embracingthe beauty, durability and safety ofgranite countertops,” said GaryDistelhorst, CEO of the MarbleInstitute of America, which com-missioned the survey. “Independentconsumer surveys have consistentlyshown that Americans love the nat-ural look of granite and value itabove other countertop products.”

The study showed consistent sup-port for granite across regions ofthe country. Homeowners with col-lege degrees and higher in–comesvoiced a slightly higher preferencefor granite countertops. Seventy-four percent of college graduatesand 75 percent of those with annualhousehold incomes of $75,000 orgreater indicated they want granitecountertops for the next time theyremodel their kitchens.

Homeowners with households offive people or more were especiallysupportive of granite. Eighty-sevenpercent of these respondents agreedwith the statement “The next time Iremodel my kitchen, I want granitecountertops.”

This is the second national con-sumer survey to show consumersprefer granite. A 2008 study showed55 percent of consumers wantedgranite countertops in their dreamkitchens. The survey was also con-ducted by Harris from Oct. 7?9, 2008of 2,021 U.S. adults ages 18 years andolder.

The 2012 study focused on home-owners. It was conducted onlinewithin the United States by HarrisInteractive on behalf of MarbleInstitute of America from January5?9, 2012 among 2,541 adults ages 18and older, 1,588 of whom were home-owners.

For further facts and advice aboutnatural stone or to find a qualifiedresidential fabricator in your area,visit www.marble-institute.com.


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•5x8 wool, black, green, gold jungle animal-$85

•19x44x30 Maple desk-$120

Or Best OfferCall: 774-312-0105

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(2) Wooden High Chairs

Refinished$50 each

Call: 774-452-3514(6) HEPA Filters

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1950’s BlondBedroom Set

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Headboards.$75.00 or best offer!

Call 508-735-9493

1984 Honda Elite Scooter

250cc, runs great!$1,400

671 GM Blower$200

Manual Tire Machinewith tools and wheel

balancer$140

Auto Body StudWelder

$80

New 6 1/2 HP5/8 shaft motor in box

$125

Call: 860-230-7438

1985 PalaminoPop-Up Camper

For SaleSleeps 6, Very CleanCondition, Like New

$1,100Call: 774-230-9017

2 New Bucket Seats

for Mini Van$100 OBO

Call: 508-885-3136Or: 860-888-5207

2 PianosBoth In Excellent Condition

Price Includes Tuning & Move To 1st Floor Location

In Worcester County.Please Call

508-885-3705

2200Sports Cards

Mostly Stars & RookiesBaseball, Football, Hockey,

Basketball, And More!$50

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4 Boxes OfUSBORNE-BOOKSLearning Wrap-Ups& Kids Kits, 40% OffFloor Racks $20 EachTable Racks $10 Each

Misc Business Supplies $35Call 508-867-9650

Brand New14” Chrome

Knock-Off RimsWith New Radial Tires!

$125 EACH(Set Of 4 Available)

508-885-1071

454 350HPMarine EngineComplete & Running.

Includes Alternator, Power Steering Pump, Raw Water

Pump, Etc.$3500

Call 508-259-8805

9 Piece FormalTraditional Dining Room Set For Sale

From the GlenwoodCollection, in great condition.

$800 firmCall: 508-407-72449 Piece Maple

Dining Room SetEarly 50’s, in very good

condition!$450

call afternoons orevenings: 774-280-1603

AC & DCWELDER180-140$250.00

ElectricWood Splitter

6-ton Mod$300.00

Irish Parlor Heater 14”, Wood, Air Tight,

Blue Met.$300.00

Call Joe at1-508-278-3211

AFFORDABLE USED FURNITUREWe have good used furniture

at low prices and newmattress sets of all sizes.

Twins-$89Full-$119

Queen-$159

Pickup or Delivery!!!Call Phil: 508-752-0100

100 Grand StreetWorcester, MA 01610

Angle Iron CutterFor Shelving

4W296, HK Potter 2790Normally Sells For $700

$90 OBOCall 5pm-8:30pm

508-867-6546

ElectricDentist’s ChairFull Lift & Tilt. Would

Make A Great Tattoo Chair.$250 OBO

508-987-6395

Antique CrawfordParlor Stove

Square Model,Dated 1919.

When Refurbished,Sells For $3800Asking $1400

(Un-Refurbished)508-873-7348508-476-7250

ARCTICWEARSnowmobile Thinsulate Jacket, Liner, Bibpants.

Women’s Medium.“Like New”$175 OBO

BOSSCAT HelmetWith Fog-Reducing 3-Way

Vapor Control System.Unisex Small.

$150 OBO508-783-3825

BaldwinSpinnet Piano

Light Brown Color$500

508-885-4320

Bassett KingWaterbed SetFeaturing Solid Oak

Construction With Dovetail Design, Four Drawer

Pedestal Stand, Bookcase Headboard, Monterey 1000 Firm Mattress With Heater,

Side Rails, Dresser And Nightstand.

Regular Mattress Can Be Substituted If Desired.

(But Not Included)$450

860-779-3304

BEAUTIFULDark Wood

Dresser*******************With attached matching mirror. 7 drawers + 2

drawer cabinet.71Wx34Hx19D

*******************$300

CALL JEFF:860-930-4522

Dining Room SetDark wood, colonial style.70x40 rectangular table

with (2)leaves, (2) captain’s chairs, (4) straight backed chairs. Custom glass top,

hutch with lighted top.

$750 OBOCall: 508-765-5800

Beautiful LargeVintage 50’sBedroom Set

$500

Electric Recliner$150

Marble-Top End Tables & Coffee Table$150 For The Set

All In Excellent Condition.508-885-3717

Biolet Composting Toilet

Great For Cabins!$600

Whole-House Ventilator$25

(3) Antique Wood Windows$75 Each

Small Shutters$4 Each

413-245-7388

Blue Cushion Rocking Chair

$20Stephen King’s

Books$1 each

508-764-2274Cameras

Several 35MM CamerasCannons & Pentex.

Also:8MM Movie Cameras

TripodsLots Of Extras!

$300 For The LotCall After 4pm508-987-5515

Ceramic White and Gold

Electric 3 footChristmas Tree

Complete with center light and small bulbs. Comes in

three pieces.$100

Call: 508-756-3690

ChildcraftSleigh Crib

$200

Antique Oak China Closet (1940’s)

Asking $300

Cradle BedFor Infant

$300

508-234-2631

Commercial Equipment

Slush Puppy Machine,Upright Freezer (2 Door),

2-Door Soda Cooler,Chicken Barb., Counter Grill, Donut Machine, Counters.

Each piece for $150.00All Must Go ASAP!

508-278-7522

Coolant System1/4HP 208/230V 3-Phase

6-Gallon Flood-Type$300 New$150 OBO

120V 6-Gallon Flood-Type Coolant System

$300 New$150 OBO

Call 5pm-8:30pm508-867-6546

Dark Pine Hutch-with base & top

78 1/2”Hx55”Wx19”D.Excellent condition

$175

Painted Grey Corner Hutch- 69”Hx38”W.

Excellent condition$75

Caramel ColoredBamboo Wicker Chair & Matching Ottoman-White cushions included.

Sturdy and in verygood condition.

$60

Executive Wood & Blue Leather Swivel

Desk Chair- Goodcondition.

$75

Call: 508-347-7492anytime

DarkroomEquipment

Almost everythingyou need!

Beseler 23CII enlarger, timer, bottles, safelights, trays, print washer, graduates, books and more. Old but used very little, excellent

condition.

$450 for all508-885-5277

Direct Vent Wall Furnace

35,000 BTUModel- Empire. Excellent

condition.

$500 OBOCall: 508-943-3449

Diamond RingGents 14K Yellow & White

Gold. Center Diamond 90/100 Surrounded By6 03/100 Diamonds.

All Fine Brilliance26 Year Old Appraisal Was

$5560Will Sell For Same Now!

774-232-0407

Dining RoomThomasville

WalnutFrench Provincial

38”x55”Oval Table, 2-20” Leafs,

2 Armed, 4 straight Cain backed chairs, 6’ Buffet,

Custom Table Pads.$1800

Call Between4:00pm & 6:30pm

508-867-4773

DoorsSoild Wood Interior

(1) 78”x18”$15

(1) 78”x30”Exterior Prehung Steel-Clad Wood Core 32” x81” With

65” x 17” Glass Panel$30

Windows(4) Double-Pane Sunroom

Tinted, 47” x 31”

508-949-7608

ELECTRIC TYPE WRITER

Never UsedPaid $200

Asking $150508-987-5137

FOR SALESpotting Scope 20 Power

With Car Window Attachment- $60

Call: 508-867-9386

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Flourescent 3-TubeT-8 277V Fixtures

Enclosed$56 Each

Call 5pm-8:30pm508-867-6546

ENTERTAINMENT CENTER

4 Piece Thomasville (pecan) Includes Glass Curio

With Lighting, Component & TV Space,

Open And Enclosed Storage, Very Good Condition,

$1200 OBO508-461-9285

ExerciseEquipment

Gunthy RinkerFitness FlyerHealth Rider

Weslo Cadence ElectricMotorized Treadmill

Bmi Universal Weight Center Cable/Pulley

Guided,All in good condition

Lot price$350.00

Takes It All!508-867-0196

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$50• Window A/C 20’’x20’’ 110V

$35• Twin Window Fan

Thermostat/Reversible Motor $20

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Call: 508-373-2792

For Sale34’’x28’’ Vinyl Replacement

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Glass Sliding Tub Door-$10

3 Piece Set of Luggage- $25

(2) Generators- $200 each

Call: 508-867-6775

FOR SALEAntique Dining Room Set-

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FOR SALECemetery or Pet

Monuments: Beautiful stained glass & concrete

cemetery stones.Hexagon 16”x18”

(2) w/ cross and flowers left(1) w/ flowers sit flush with

landscape.$125.00 ea

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508-839-3142508-839-2181

FOR SALEPlayer Piano- Needs work

some ros.Antique bookcase- needs

workO’Brian Sailboard- New

used onceWedding Dress- traditional

Call: 508-885-3192

For Sale:Antique (3) Shovels,

Pitch Fork, GrassTrimmer, Table Fan,

(2) Oiler Cans, 1,200+ Wheat Pennies

Call: 860-382-2327

Ford Factory6.5ft Tonneau

CoverFits 1999-2004 Super Cab

$250 OBO

Rinnai Gas Direct Vent Wall FurnaceModel #RHFE-263FA II

$750 OBO

Call: 774-696-0219or: 508-867-6706

010 FOR SALE

Gas Log For SaleJotul GF200 LP Gas

$650 OBO

Mini Kota Electric Fishing Motor36lb thrust, 5 speeds

$125 OBO

Fitness PowerRider

$100 OBO

Call: 508-943-2174

Heavy ColonialTable

Trestle BaseSolid Top: 5.5’ x 3’ x 3”

Captain’s ChairMate’s Chair

4 Ladder-Back Caned Chairs(2 New Seats, 2 Beat Seats)

ALL $250508-683-6386

HEAVY DUTYPIANO HINGES

54’’-57’’ long stainless steel hinges. Retail for $200 a

piece.

$50 eachCall: 508-885-2884

Hot TubIndoor/outdoor,Soft Sidder,

4 person.110Volts$1,800

Call: 508-885-3400HOT WATER

HEATERSNatural GasBrand New!

40, 50, & 80 GallonsLarge Selection!$150 And Up.Call Keith

508-524-9328

HOVEROUNDNew, Used 2 Times

Only, Serious Buyers $800 Firm

Call413-245-9651

Invacare ProntoM51 Power

Indoor/OutdoorPower

WheelchairSure Step Technology

That AutomaticallyAdjust To Keep All Six

Wheels On The GroundAt All Times. High-Back

Van Seat, Deep BluePearl Base. The

Cadillac Of PowerWheelchairs.MSRP $3500

Selling For $2000 FIRM

508-410-1784Webster, MA

JukeboxFor Sale

1951 Rowe AMIModel “D” 40

Excellent Condition.Converted To Play 45’s.

Holds 20 Records.Spare Tubes & Service Manual. Great Sound,

Real Solid Wood.$2000

774-200-0501

010 FOR SALE

Kenmore Washer Dryer Combo UnitWhite, in excellent condition

only 3 years old$900

($1,400 new)Call: 508-234-0453

Kitchen CraftCookwareBasic SetSells For $1495At Home Show

$800Cargo Trailer Axle

With Tires$300

508-476-7382

Kitchen Queen480 Wood

Cooking StoveWith Stainless

Water Tank Option$650

Elmira StoveworksSweetheart Wood

Cook StoveAntique Show Piece

$2600 OBOCall Ron

860-779-7007401-864-6082

Laine Couch& Chair

Floral Print On BeigeBackground.

Very Good Condition.$300

60” E.R. BuckRock Maple Dining

Room HutchExcellent Condition.

Paid $1200.Sell For $700

Call 508-476-2056

LandscapeEquipment

Trailer$995 OBO

Call 5pm-8:30pm508-867-6546

Large Doghouse$50

End Table$50

Antique Mirror$45

Old Trunks$45 Each

Student’s Desk& Chair

$50

Call: 774-452-3514Large Electric

ScooterModel- Rascal Chaffer, large

leather seat, heavyduty, transmission andmotor. Can carry 350lb.

Runs like new!

New $3100$750 Firm

Call: 508-867-8533Sunrise JetPower Chair

Red, runs excellent!!$200 Firm

Call: 774-287-0599

Large Jointer$175

Heavy-Duty Motor Lift$225

Antique Cast-IronCoal Stove

$2001929 Chevy Engine

$275Generac Generator

$250Radial Arm Saw

$125Band Saw

$150Call 508-752-8569

After 6PM

LEER FIBERGLASS TONNEAU COVER

700 series New ‘08. Used one season

Fits Ford SD 1999-2007 shortbed

$525 OBO 508-278-0810

MOTORS1/2HP 230/460V

1725RPM, 56 Frame.$45 OBO

5HP, 230/460V1740RPM, 184T Frame/TEFC

$125 OBO5HP, 230/460V

3495RPM, 184T Frame/TEFC$125 OBO

4 Motor Speed ControlsHitachi J100, 400/460V

Best OfferCall 5pm-8:30pm

508-867-6546

MOVINGKimball Console

Piano/BenchVery good condition. Perfect

for beginner student.$400

508-885-2971or 508-335-8882

Must see furniture on 14 Railroad Ave,Dudley. Needs restoration orenjoy old aged look...

•Claw & Ball FootedTable$90

•Library Oak Table$90

•Bent Bros. Kitchen Chairs (4)

$30ea•Older Leather Seat

Chairs (3)$30ea

•Oak Dresser $100

•(3) Matching Dining Room Chairs w/Platform Rocker. Nice Wood, All

Nice For Age$150

AND MORE!MAKE VISIT

508-943-8693

NASCARDie-Cast Models

They’re Back!$5 And Up!

BRAND NEWSHIPMENT!

Blessings Farm50 H Foote Road

Charlton508-248-1411

New InvacareClinical 4 Position

Geri ChairSoft seat, gas cylinder, lift, multiple positions, 4 swivel

casters, fire retardant foam & give, 2 trays each 10”x19”

$400Call: 508-867-6323

**************************NORDIC TRACK SKI

EXERCISER andCADENCE ELECTRIC

TREADMILL,both in good condition.

**************************Sacrifice for $275

Call: 508-347-5445NordicTrac

$504-Foot Steel Shelves

Very Heavy Duty$50

413-245-7388

Old WoodenOffice Chairw/Padded Seat

$20

Older Dark Wood Rocker

w/Pink Stenciled Flowers$ 50

Other Assorted Household Items.

860-779-0272

Old-FashionedCherry Wood

Sewing MachineTable

With Drawers$200 OBO

Set Of 2 Bureaus1 With Mirror, One Without.

$250 OBO

Beige Couchw/2 Chairs, Ottoman.

$600 OBO508-943-1428774-242-7515

Don’t Forget...Once you’ve sold

it, call us toremove your ad!!**Town To Town**

Classifieds508-909-4111

Panasonic Air ConditionerWireless Remote

10000/BTU$125

Quaser-6000/BTU Air Conditioner

$60Hutch

Dark Wood 50” W X 67” H 16” D-Door Shelves Below-3

Shelves Above$150

Call 508-867-4546After 6:30pmWURLITZER

PLAYER PIANOVery good condition

FREE You pay to move it Call 508-764-7601

010 FOR SALE

Pellet StoveEnviro EF2Free-StandingTwo Years Old,

Used One Season.Originally $2400Asking $1500

774-200-0558

POOL TABLES7 Foot8 Foot9 Foot

$900 EachDelivery Available

413-245-7480

PropaneGas Heater

50,000 BTU MAKE AN OFFER!!

Call: 508-892-8588

Reclining Love Seat

In very good condition.Burgundy color

$300 OBO

Total Gym$150 OBO

Call: 508-892-1679

Refinished ChairsNatural Or Painted Finish,

Some Decorated.Very Reasonable!

508-764-4493

SauderComputer Armoire

Black, Good Condition.31”W x 52”H x 19”D

With Slide-OutKeyboard Tray

$100Eastford

860-377-4961

Set of (2) Bureaus1 with mirror, 1 without

circa 1960’s$200 OBO

Old Fashioned Cherry Wood Singer Sewing

MachineIn cabinet w/2 drawersin working condition

$150 OBO

Entertainment CenterApproximately 4”Hx5”L

Modern features$125 OBO

Large Two Sectional Desk

1 w/3 drawers1 w/2 sliding drawers

$100 OBO

Antique Pine Bureau3 drawers, on wheels

$75 OBO

Sofa BedRed floral

$150 OBO

Call: 508-867-8766Cash Only

Various Camping Items For SaleMake Me an Offer!!Call 774-318-0275

010 FOR SALE

Ski BootsGirl’s LangeBen-5, Size 6

Boy’s DalbelloMenace-4, Size 9Asking $75 Each

Girl’sSnowboard Boots

Roxy, Size 7Asking $40

508-885-4342774-272-2085

SnapperRoto-Tiller

IR5003, Used TwicePaid $1295TracVac

Model 385-IC/385LHUsed Once.Paid $1300

Bear Cat Vac-N-Chip Pro& Vac Pro

Models 72085, 72285, 72295

Used TwicePaid $2772

508-765-5763

Sofa and MatchingChair,

Art Deco RetroPastel Upholstery

Above-Average ConditionAsking $125.00

White-Wash Oak CoffeeTables, Floor and Table Lamps Also Available

Separately. 860-928-6308

Solid Rock Maple Kitchen/Dining

Room TableWith 4 Chairs

$300Call: 508-885-9884

Trees for Sale

Evergreen Trees, Colorado Blue Spruce, Potted Trees,Silver Blue, 18”-22” tall.

Excellent Privacy Border/OrnamentalAll 10 trees for $85.Eastern Pine 5-7’ tall

5 for $99Call 508-278-5762

Evenings

Troy-biltPolar Blast

Snowblower10.5 HP, 30 inch cut, mint condition, always stored in

heated garage.

$950 OBOCall: 508-341-1337

VISION FITNESSFitness machine Model X60005

Excellent condition,used only one month

Paid $1,100.00 Asking $575.00

HONDA 250EX 4-wheeler. Barely used

$2,500.00Call 508-560-5056

010 FOR SALE

WALNUT CHINA CABINETLike New Glass doors,

mirrored back, lighted interi-or lower storage, 61’’ long

17’’ deep 81’’ high.$350

Call: 508-949-1251

Water BedSuper single 12 drawer

pedestal, mirroredheadboard, heater, mattress,

padded side rails, carpetsaver base.$150 OBO

Call: 508-248-6863

Wheel HorseLawn Tractor

Model 257H, With 37”Mower Deck. Hydrostatic

Transmission Not Working. Excellent 17HP Kawasaki

Engine And Body.$325 OBO

508-476-5007

Wood-Burning Fireplace

Insert StoveOnly Used One Month

Paid $1100Asking $900 OBO

508-667-9916

100 GENERAL

105 BULLETIN BOARD

IN REMEMBRANCEJulie Ann Bainton

(Knurowski)36 Year Senior Secretary

Bay Path High SchoolDear Friend, Please Visit

Our Guest Book And Leave A Note To Pay Your Respectswww.tinyurl.com/JulieBainton

JULIENov. 26th, 1954Nov. 30th, 2008

Send Your Love To:888-974-1977 (FAX)

Or Mail To:PO Box 979

Charlton City, MA 01508God Bless

107 MISC. FREE

FREE WOOD PALLETS

You pick up. Monday thru Friday 8am-noon.Stonebridge Press 25 Optical Drive

(located behind SouthbridgeHotel & Conference Center)

130 YARD SALES

DEADLINE FORYARD SALE

SUBMISSIONSIS 1:30PM MONDAY

FOR ALL MASS.WEEKLY PAPERS*Deadlines Subject To

Change Due To HolidaysCall For More Info.


FIREARMS WANTED:Collector looking WWII US Firearms

M1 Garands, M1 Carbines, .45 Pistols,1911/1911 A1’s

TOP PRICES PAIDHave all necessary federal licenses

Call Wally At508-234-5860

298 WANTED TO BUY 298 WANTED TO BUY

**PART TIME**PROFESSION

• Unlimited Income

• No Set Hours

• $29 Investment

• No Inventory

• Company Direct

Call: 774-696-3400FOR INFORMATION

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

310 GENERAL HELPWANTED


130 YARD SALES

Estate Tag Sale101 Brentwood Drive

SouthbridgeFebruary 18 & 19

8am-4pmHouse Sold-Owner’s Moving

Furniture: Pair Kindelmahogany carved 4-poster

beds; pine hutch; black painted hutch, corner and double door cupboards;

spinet desk; queen wicker bedroom set; cherry bed-

room set; sofa bed & couches; wing, lounge & recliner chairs; wood &

wrought iron end & coffee tables; dressers; stools; glass top table & chairs;

marble top metal base desk etc.

Accessories & Misc: Floor & table lamps; glass pot-

tery & china; mirrors; prints; Quantities: Frames, baskets, linens, bedding,

kitchen items, sports mem-orabilia & 1970’s sports cards, political buttons,

costume jewelry, hand & power tools, decorator items; sable hat; Tiffany

decanters; strollers & toys; and so much more.

Special- 1977 Thunderbird 2 door sedan w/ AC,

36,000 miles, 1 owner,excellent condition.

Numbers at 7am

Directions: Main St to Elm St to Lebanon Hill to Brent-wood Drive. Or East Main St to Morris St to Brent-

wood DrivePLEASE PARK CAREFULLY

200 GEN. BUSINESS

203 SNOWMOBILES

2004 Polaris XC700 SP

5,700 miles, recent track, snow mobile in mint

condition!!$3,000

Call: 508-479-4847

204 WATER EQUIPMENT

1994 Sea-Doo Bombardier SP94

With 95 TrailerExcellent Condition, Runs

Great. Seat Just Recovered, Low Hours On Jet Pump.

Has Been Winterized. 60 HPTeal/Pink$1500

508-965-7077

Floating Pontoon Dock/Swimming

PlatformWith ladder.

10’x5’, in good condition, newly painted!!

$500 OBOCall: 508-347-9081

205 BOATS

14’ 2003 PolarKraft Bass Boat

& Trailer25 HP Yamaha 4-stroke,Minkota trolling motor,

New batteries,Excellent condition.

$5,000.Call 508-347-3575

1994 Fling FourWinns Jet Boat

Used Only 4-5 Times Per Year & Serviced By

Marina Yearly.Includes Summer& Winter Covers,

Bimini Top,4 Life Vests,

Skies & Boat Trailer.Loads Of Fun!!!!

In Good ConditionAsking $2300

Call860-923-3532

FOR SALE1984 Formula 24’350 Merc CruiserWith trailer. GPS Finder.

and more!! Wellmaintained, must sell

moving!!

Asking $8,500 OBOCall: 508-476-3824

215 CAMPING

StatelineCamp Resort

Killingly CTWeekend Activities, Rec. Hall, Adult Club House,Fishing, Pool, Shady &

Sunny Sites, Camp Store.$1500

Please Call For Details,After 4PM

508-476-7382

230EVENTS/ENTERTAINMENT

Daytona Bike Week

TransportationYou need your bike

transported for the event?• Cost $350 round trip

Call David for detailsCall: 508-248-7335or: 508-320-3273

260 COLLECTIBLES

AuthenticRevolutionaryWar HistoricAutographs

Genuine Original Signature Autographs Of

American Hero Icons.George Washington $2200Benjamin Franklin $2200Thomas Jefferson $1000All Have Certificates Of

Authenticity.Clear Signatures508-476-1068

NFL Autographed Helmet Collection

Five Ridell Team Helmets Signed By MVP Icon

QuarterbacksTom Brady, Joe Montana, Dan Marino, Joe Namath,

And Peyton Manning.All Have COA’s$2000 OBO

508-476-1068

265 FUEL/WOOD

A. JeffersTree Service

°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°

Tree RemovalsLogging

Land ClearingFirewood

WOOD LOTSWANTED

FREE ESTIMATESCall (774)239-0285

FirewoodGreen $135

128 cubic feet.

(774)696-7879

FIREWOODSeasoned or Green

Cut, Split, DeliveredWOOD LOTS WANTED

Call Paul508-769-2351508-987-5349

FREEConstruction

Kindling WoodAll Different Types Of Widths, Lengths &

Thicknesses Of Wood.2x4, 2x6, Plywood.

Good For Wood Stove Or Outdoor Burners/Stoves.

Delivery AvailableBy The Truckload

508-867-2564

Log length firewood For Sale

Approximately 7 cords per truck load.

$650 delivered locally.

Also specialize in heat treated kiln dried firewood. Insect free, dryness guaranteed!!

Also Hardwood Pellets Available$235 per ton

Cash and carry

Prices subject to change.

1-800-373-4500

SeasonedFirewood

C.S.D. to the Brookfieldsand Spencer.

Also Ash $240/cordgreen $160

Call: 774-641-0384

275 FLEA MARKET

DudleyFlea MarketAntiques, Collectibles

& GeneralOpen Every Saturday-Sunday

8am-4pmSomething For Everyone!

Behind BP GasAt Dudley/Webster Line

2 Acres, Indoors!www.dorightfleamarket.com

1-800-551-7767

281 FREE PETS

FEMALE SENIOR SWEETIE CAT

NEEDS LOVING HOME

Spayed, with updated shots. Laid back,

loving, and gentile.

Pictures availableCall: 508-341-0588

283 PETS

Need Help Fixing Your Pet?

We can help at anaffordable price!!!

All surgeries performed byliscenced vets at our

wellness center.

Transportation and additional discounts are also available. Please Call 508-637-1333

or visit us online atwww.secondchanceanimals.org

Powder-PuffChinese Crested

PuppyMale. Sweet, Loveable,

Fluffy Toy Hypo-Allergenic Breed.

For More Information401-397-6499

283 PETS

PPuurree BBrreeddPPuuppppiieess

Over thirty breeds available.Health checked/guaranteed.

State licensed.www.laughlinkennel.comLLaauugghhlliinn KKeennnneellCall 508-987-7161

284 LOST & FOUNDPETS

Found 1/8On Worcester St In Southbridge...All black male catGreen eyes, very lovable,

not fixed, definitely a house cat.

Call: 774-287-5043

Found in Oxford, but may havetraveled far...

Young male cat, grey with very faint striping

and pistachio green eyes. Indoor cat, not neutered, has claws.

Very friendly and loves to play! No collar or tags

Call: 774-230-2564If he is yours

FOUND!!!Female Calico Cat

Found on Rte 169 in Southbridge around

11/24/11 (Thanksgiving). Well cared for older cat.

Clipped nails, earmedication.

She Misses Her Family!!!!

Call: 508-347-5804or: 508-245-2221

LOST CATMissing since Friday

11/11 from Senior Living at Prouty. Black female

with white flea collar and gold eyes.

Answers to “Eddie”

Call: 774-745-8383

LOST CATOrange & white male cat.

Neutered. Answers toEDDIE. Medical condition alert- Has only 3 legs due

to an enlarged heart.Owner is heartbrokenCONTACT HEATHER:

603-781-2419with any leading

information

LOST CAT!!!7/22/2011

Small solid grey, spayed female. Answers to “Steve”.Lost on the Spencer, Leicester,Paxton town lines.OWNERS SON ISHEARTBROKEN!!!call: 508-410-4107

REWARD!!

LOST DOG!!Yorkshire Terrier named “Junior”.

Last seen on 11/26/11 in the vicinity of 35

Heather Hill inWhitinsville.

Call James:508-234-8702

LOST: SOLID BLACKMALE CAT

Neutered. Diabetic, needs insulin. Missing many teeth Has a few white hairs on his chest Answers to “Salem”

Missing since January 31 in the vicinity of Pleasant St.

and Hillcrest Ave.in Southbridge 508-314-2252

MISSING“Sprocket”

Male yorkie, has collar, no tags, last seen

1/16/12 at 5:30pm in the area of Birch Hill &

Wallum Lake Road, Douglas MA

RewardAny information please

call: 508-641-4041or: 774-239-7203

285 PET CARE

FAN-C-PETMMoobbiillee

GGrroooommiinngg SSaalloonnVicki Kelley

PPrrooffeessssiioonnaallGGrroooommeerr

20 Years Exp.“We Go Right to

Your Door”508-987-2419

JJ && LLPPeett SSiittttiinngg

SSeerrvviicceeProfessional at Home

Pet Sitting and Dog WalkingMember of National

Association of Professional Pet Sitters

Established 1996Certified • Bonded • Insured

508-347-3826

285 PET CARE

Going... Going...Gone to the DogsTraining 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]

Same OwnersTom & Camila

New Stuff!Reconnective Healing

Animal MassageAnimal Communication

As Always!Reiki/Feng ShuiNatural Foods

Flower EssencesAlpha Wave Music

BoardingIndoor/Outdoor Runs

SkylightsHeated/Air Conditioned

Day CareSupervised GroupsDaily/Weekly RatesLarge Play Yards

TrainingBasic - AdvancedGroup Or Private

New - Open Enrollment

GroomingBaths To Full Grooms

Certifications!PCSA Levels I & II

CPR CertifiedReiki Master

Lighterian Reiki VIIReconnective Healing IIICNDF Certified Trainer

Experienced, Caring StaffIndividualized CareAttention To Detail

508-987-0077205 Federal Hill Road

Oxford, MA

starwoodpetresort.com

286 LIVESTOCK

QualityHorse Hay

3’x3’x8’Square Bales Weigh

Approximately 800lbs Each.Timothy, Orchard, Alfalfa

No Chemicals or Preservatives

Second Cut AvailableRock Valley Farm

W. Brookfield508-867-2508

297 CHILD CARE

HAPPY KID’SDAYCARE

Program meets a variety of safety standards that helps

your child to be safe.Convenient hours for

parent’s work schedule.Home-cooked, nutritious meals served. Vacations,

holidays and absent days are FREE!!! Located nearCharlton Elementary,

Heritage, Charlton Middle School. Available for all ages of children. Planned activities

geared to each child’sinterests. Big yard for fun

outdoor play. ENROLL THIS MONTH AND GET FIRST

WEEK 50% OFF

Call RASA:508-410-1477

Lic #9008024

In Home Child Care Available!

Offering plenty of space for your children. Large play area and yard, spacious home. Mother of four,

loves kids!#Lic 8029023

Call: 617-785-7855298 WANTED TO BUY

ROUTE169

ANTIQUES884 Worcester St.Southbridge MA

Looking To PurchaseAntiques

And CollectiblesSingle Items

Or Entire EstatesWe Buy It AllAnd Also Do

On-Site Estate SalesAnd

Estate AuctionsCALL MIKE ANYTIME508-765-9512

298 WANTED TO BUY

$ BUY & SELL $ALL GOLD & SILVER

ITEMSSpecializing in

NUMISMATIC COINS, gold & silver of any

form!Qualified with over 30 years experience & a

following of manysatisfied customers.

We also sell a niceselection 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 StreetEast Brookfield

(Route 9 - PandaGarden Plaza)508-637-1236

508-341-6355 (cell)

$$$Make Money

SellingYour Unwanted

Stuff!!!Quality Dealers Wanted

Best Deal Around.Clean, Indoor Flea MarketEvery Sat-Sun, 8am-4pm

Route 12Dudley

(Behind BP)

www.dudleyflea.com1-800-551-7767See You There!

$$$-CASH PAID-$$$For Unusual Bicycles

1870’s-1970’sHi-Wheel

Balloon TireStingray

ChoppersSchwin

ColumbiaShelbyColsonRaleigh

Etc.I Pay More For Bikes

For My Museum!All Conditions Considered1-800-336-2453 (BIKE)

Paying Cash,Buying:

BottlesCrocks, Pottery

Old Toys, MarblesWooden Items

Hand ToolsSewing Items

ChristmasAdvertising

Tom & Deb JoralemonOxford

508-987-1060Millbury

508-865-1228Main Street Antiques

and Collectibles

Wanted To Buy By Collector

Old comic books-1940’s and up, old baseball and

sports cards, Beatles memorabilia-1960’s and

up, old toys, oldadvertisement signs;

soda, food etc.

Call: 860-779-2469

WANTEDVERY USED

Kitchen CabinetsThe older the better. We

are a kitchen refacing com-pany and we use these

cabinets at home shows for

“BEFORE & AFTER”

Call between 9 & 5 M-For leave message

KITCHEN OPTIONS of NEW ENGLAND

508-987-3384or 860-749-6998

www.mykitchenoptions.com

$ROSS RECYCLING

We Pay More!!

All Scrap Metals,Cars, Trucks

Batteries,Copper Wire,Appliances...

64 Tucker Hill Rd.Putnam, CT 06260

860-928-7165

298 WANTED TO BUY

WARRELICS

&WAR

SOUVENIRSWANTED

WWII & EARLIERCA$H WAITING!

Helmets, Swords,Daggers, Bayonets,

Medals, Badges, Flags, Uniforms, etc.

Over 30 Years Experience.Call David

1-508-688-0847I’ll Come To YOU!

300 HELP WANTED

305 BUSINESSOPPORTUNITIES

DRIVERS WANTEDDelivery Service Providers

needed for newspaper home delivery in Dudley, Webster,

Southbridge, Killingly,Putnam, Thompson &surrounding towns.

No exp. nec. Mon-Sun, 2-3 hrs daily, starting around

3AM. $350-$500/bi-weekly. No $$ collections. Must be

18+. Driver’s lic. & car w/ins. req’d. Drivers are independ-

ently contracted.

Call PCF, Inc:1-800-515-8000


Certified Nursing Assistants

Part-time and per diem posi-tions. Must be certified and

have previous experience in a skilled nursing facility.

Please apply in person or call 508-765-9133

for an application

Radius HealthcareCenter at:

84 Chapin StSouthbridge, MA 01550

DriverWanted

CDL CLASS B RequiredBenefitsAPPLY ATLeBoeuf’s

Rubbish Removal126 Ashland AveSouthbridge, MA

FosterParents WantedSeeking Quality HomesThroughout Central MATo Provide Foster CareTo Children In Need.

24/7 Support. GenerousReimbursement.

$1000 Sign-On BonusCall For Details

Devereux Therapeutic Foster Care

508-829-6769

Handyman WantedMust be reliable, must be able to cut firewood. Must

have driver’s license.MUST WANT TO WORK OR

DON’T CALL!!Call: 508-764-6376

Ask Rene

The ComfortInn and Suites

in Sturbridgeis now hiring for:

Front Desk(Night Audit)Apply In Person

OrApply Online At:

www.sturbridgecomfortinn.com/

career


HELP WANTED

SurrogateMothersNeeded

Be part of a miracleThe rewards are more

than financialSeeking Women

21-43 Non-SmokersWith Healthy

Pregnancy History

For MoreInformation Call

888-363-9457reproductivepossibilities.com

Men & Wom18 yrs & older

w/insured vehicles needed to deliver in Worcester west,

south, central & surrounding areas. Also looking for office

clerks & loaders. Delivery starts February 13th. Work a minimum of 6 daylight hrs per day and get paid within 72 hours, upon completion

of route.

1-800-979-79789-5, M-F refer to

job#30091-ADistribution of the Verizonyellow pages are done by

Supermedia, official publisher of Verizon print directories. EOE

Personal CareAttendant

Mornings & Afternoons.Experienced & Reliable.References Required.

Call For Interview508-764-6376

311 PART-TIME HELPWANTED

Part TimeDriver Needed

Retiree welcome to assist in commuting to and from

Worcester from Southbridge.Occasional errands.

Please call if interestedPay negotiable508-909-6400leave message

The ComfortInn and Suites

in Sturbridgeis now hiring for:Housekeeping

weekends and holidays required

Apply In Person OrApply Online At:

www.sturbridgecomfortinn.com/

career

320 MEDICAL/DENTAL

CERTIFIED AIDESNeeded for all shifts to

work in Sturbridge,Holden and Worcester

areas.Call Heritage Home

Health CareMonday through Fridaybetween 10am&3pm

508-347-0036

325 PROFESSIONAL

Trailer TruckDrivers Wanted

Class A CDL With Hazmat

Based In North Brookfield.

Please Call508-867-3235

400 SERVICES

402 GENERAL SERVICES

All CleanoutsCleanups

Haul-AwayBasements

AtticsApartments

GaragesYards

Rental PropertyEstate CleanoutsSmall Building

DemolitionBetter Than A Dumpster

We Do It!FREE Estimates!774-329-3386774-230-8586

CCaallll TThhee JJuunnkk MMaann

****SSNNOOWW**** PPLLOOWWIINNGG!!!!

Trees CutBrush/Limbs

RemovedWE NOW TAKEYOUR AUTOSFOR CASH!

Removal of Metal, Appliances,

Furniture, TV’s.ConstructionMaterials.

Cellars/Attics Cleaned.

Small BuildingDemolition, Tires.Leaves Removed.

Residential Moves. Furnaces RemovedCheck-our-down-to-earth prices first!

Weekends also!Central Mass

and ConnecticutDave

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FREEMetal PickupA/C, Refrigerators,

Washers, Small Trailers, Batteries.

WE PAY YOUTop Dollar For Your

AUTOSTRUCKS

Or TRACTORS

508-867-2564

412 ELDER CARESERVICES

Certified Home Health AideWhen you need

someone who cares.Personal care, shopping and

light housekeeping.

Call Mary Ellen:774-289-9940

433 CLEANING

* TLC Home *Cleaning

Have You Heard The Phrase, “GOING GREEN?”We Use & Supply OrganicCleaners To Ensure Your

Family’s Safety.Gift Certificates For

Baby Showers,Anniversaries, And More!

A Perfect Gift!

CALL TAMMIE TODAYFOR A GREENER

TOMORROW!508-347-3275774-230-7885

Office/HomesSpring Or Fall Cleanings

Weekly/Bi-Weekly OrMonthly CleaningsFlexible Hours/DaysRegistered/Insured/

Bonded

References Available


Settle in your New Studio Home...Rockdale House Apartments

63 School Street • Northbridge, MABeautiful, spacious Studio Apartments for Adults 62 yearsand better or mobility impaired that meet HUD eligibilityincome guidelines. Rents are based on 30% of adjusted grossincome, if eligible. Newly remodeled with modern appli-ances and carpeting. On-site laundry facilities, emergencycall system, community room, on call maintenance and smallpets welcome.

NOW RENTING STUDIOSFor more information call Brenda at (508) 234-9263 -TDD (978) 630-6754

www.rcapsolutions.org

433 CLEANING

AffordableCleaning ServiceWe Offer Quality Work At

An Affordable Price!• Homes & Offices• Carpet Cleaning• Floors• And Much More!

REGISTERED,INSURED & BONDEDGive Maria A Call

508-764-2500

454 HOMEIMPROVEMENT

PAINTINGInterior/Exterior

Power WashingCarpentry

• FREE ESTIMATES •• FULLY Insured •

• Reasonable Rates •

Rich O’Brien Painting

28 Years Of Experience508-248-7314

DiGeronimoPainting

Quality, Affordability& Trust

Without CompromiseInterior Rooms

As Low As$139

Ceilings $69Woodwork $69

Licensed & Insured

Serving Central Mass.James DiGeronimoCell 508-577-7940

Dino’sHandymanServicesSnow Removal

PaintingWall RepairDemolitionDeck Repair

DrywallBathroom Fixtures

WindowsPickup and Delivery

Yard workStorm Clean Up

Specializing in small jobsHourly Rate

20 years experience inproperty repair and

maintenance!

FREE Estimates!!1-508-347-3431

Save Money On heat bills

Are your doors coldand drafty?

You may just need adoor tune-up!!

•Basic Tune Up $125Call The Door Man

860-377-3356Licensed & Insured

500 REAL ESTATE

501 REAL ESTATEWANTED

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

**************All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to The Federal Fair Housing Act

of 1968, which makes itillegal to advertise any

501 REAL ESTATEWANTED

preference, limitation ordiscrimination 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. Thisnewspaper will not

knowingly accept anyadvertising 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 aboutdiscrimination 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

505 APARTMENTS FORRENT

BrooksideTerrace

Heat/Hot WaterIncluded!

FREE RENTAffordable 1, 2 and 3 Bedroom Apartments

For Rent.Spacious, Fully

Applianced.Starting at $698• Pets Considered• A/C In Every Unit

• Pool• Basketball Court

• Playground• On-Site Laundry

INCOME LIMITS APPLYSection 8 WelcomeOffice Open From:

Monday-Friday9:00am to 5:00pmSaturday 10:00am

to 3:00pmEvening Appointments Available

Brookside Terrace11 Village Drive

Southbridge,MA 01550

(508)764-7675

C&CPropertiesLOOK & COMPARE

Southbridge/CharltonLine

2 BedroomLuxury Condo.

Appliances, Gas Fireplace$795/Month

SouthbridgeQuality 1, 2 & 3

Bedroom Apartments!Appliances, Off-Street

Parking.Call (508)765-0501

DOUGLAS1, 2 & 3 Bedroom

Apartments AvailablePrices start at $845/month.

Includes heat, hot water,A/C, pool, fitness center& children’s program.

Off street parking.Call (508)476-3777

Heritage GreenHas A 3 Bedroom Available Heat & Hot Water Included.

$1,162/MonthFirst & Security Required

Available now!!Application Required And

Must Income Qualify.Heritage Green508-347-2200

LakesideApartments

On Beautiful Cedar Lake

• Studio apartment,furnished, utilities not

included.$625/Month

1/4 Mile ToI-84 And MA Pike

No PetsReferences A Must

Call (508)347-96239am-6pm


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

Northbridge2 bedroom, second floor apartment. Clean, quiet

and secure. Use ofwasher/dryer, off-street

parking, and heated!

********************$800/Month

Security DepositCall: 508-868-4557

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

Northbridge(Linwood)

First floor, clean quiet 4 room apartment. Available

March 1st. Off-streetparking, nice area!

NO PETS & NO SMOKINGSecurity Deposit

$800/Month Includes:Heat/Hot Water,

Stove/Refrigerator

Call: 508-234-2025

Northbridge2 bedroom, 1 bath, 1 office, large walkout basement w/ w&d. Tile and hardwood

main floor, carpet stairs and bedrooms. Granite counters, premium fixtures, all recent appliances provided. Lots of

yard and parking.

$1,200/MonthAvailable Now

Pets Considered

Contact Jon forpictures and showing:

857-636-0913

River MillVillage

N. GrosvenordaleAffordable

Country LivingApartment Homes

Move-In SpecialRent includes1,2 & 3 Br’s

Rents Starting at $600

Heat & Hot Water Included

W/D Hook-upsOff Street ParkingLarge Spacious

UnitsCommunity Park

& LibraryVoucher Holds

Welcomed!“Must Be Income Qualify”

Call Today(860)923-3919rivermillvillage@

winnco.com

FREE RENT!Heat/Hot Water

Included!FREE RENT

Affordable 1 2, and 3 Bedroom Apartments

For Rent.Spacious, Fully

Applianced.

Starting at $698

• Pets Considered

• A/C In Every Unit

• Pool• Basketball Court

• Playground• On-Site Laundry

INCOME LIMITS APPLYSection 8 WelcomeOffice Open From:

Monday-Friday9:00am to 5:00pm

Saturday 10:am to 3:00pmEvening

Appointments

Available

Brookside Terrace11 Village Drive

Southbridge,MA 01550

(508)764-7675


SOUTHBRIDGE102 East Main Street

2-bedroom apartments available

$650/month

1 Storefront on Hamilton Street

500 sf plus basement$500/month

16 Ballard Court3 bedroom, second floor

$850/month

Service Pets OnlyW/D Hookups,

Stove/Refrigerator.First/Last/Security,

References.$20 Application Fee

508-765-5542

SOUTHBRIDGEDeleaded, renovated 3-bedroom, 1st floor

apartment. 11-17 Charlton Street

Available March 1 Washer/dryer hook-ups,

off-street parking, basement storage.

$750/month. Section 8 ok! No drugs, dogs or drama

please Good references required Call Joe 774-230-8486

Southbridge(2) 2 Bedroom Apartments

First and Second Floor. Washer/Dryer Hookups.

Off-StreetParking. No Pets

$700-$760/MonthCall: 774-258-0147

Southbridge1 & 2 bedroom apartments.

All hardwood floors,fireplaced living room,

whirlpool tub, security at front door, lots of space and

fully applianced!

Call: 774-230-0680

SOUTHBRIDGE1-bedroom, 1st floor

Nicely renovated Rent of $775 includes

heat, appliances and garage

Credit check, lease and security deposit

required Please call

(508)347-7709

SOUTHBRIDGE103 Pine Street

3 Bedroom Apartment1st Floor

W/D/Hook-UpsGas On Gas Stove-Heater

No Pets1st/Security$675/Month

508-765-5700

Southbridge2 Bedroom ApartmentsStarting At $195/WeekWith utilities included

3 Bedroom$800/Month

Charlton2 Bedroom$175/Week

Dudley1 bedroom

$550/Month

Webster2 Bedroom$150/Week

All are newly remodeled, carpeted, stove &

refrigerator included.Section 8 Approved.

No Pets AllowedSecurity Deposit &

References Required

Call 774-289-1714

Southbridge2 bedroom townhouse.Central air, clean, new

appliances, quiet area in downtown.

$900/MonthCall Mike:

508-86-0261

SOUTHBRIDGE2 bedroom, 5 room, second

floor apartment. Available 2/1 with HEAT & HOT WATERincluded! W/D hookups,

off-street parking, clean & updated.

$1,000/MonthFirst/Last/Security

Call: 774-230-5427


Southbridge3 1/2 room apartment,

second floor, quiet, clean, near hospital. Ideal for 1 or 2

persons, heat is furnished and garaged.

Mail letter of interest to:Town-to-Town Classifieds,

PO Box 90,Ad Reference 00022,

Southbridge, MA 01550.

SOUTHBRIDGE36-38 Main Street

One bedroom, off street parking, heat and hot

water included.$700/Month

61 Coombs StreetLarge three bedroom

first floor.$875/Month

(860)256-7582

SouthbridgeCisco Street

2-Family, First Floor.Three Bedrooms, Enclosed

Front and Back Porch, Laundry Room, Appliances,

Garage Space, Yard.No Pets

References First & Last Month’s Rent

$835/Month508-765-1104

SouthbridgeCoombs Street

1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments Available.

Applianced, Washer/DryerHook-ups. No Pets.

$725-$800First And Security.

References And CreditCheck Required.

Call (508)596-8497

SOUTHBRIDGEDresser St.

Section 8 welcome2-bedroom, on second floor.

Refrigerator and stoveincluded. Close to down-

town, hospital andhigh school.

$750/month plus utilities.508-868-0572Leave message

SouthbridgeLarge 2 bedroom, 4 rooms, duplex, 2 bathroom, finished

basement apartment. Stove/Fridge, Washer/Dryer hookups. Parking, big porch.

Section 8 Ok/Pets OkFirst and Last

$800/monthCall: 774-262-0203

SouthbridgeLarge 3 bedroom, third floor. Renovated, yard, lots of stor-

age, eat in kitchen, pantry, Section 8 welcomed.

$900/MonthCall: 508-248-5177

SouthbridgeLarge Renovated Four

Bedroom Apartment. NewKitchen & Bath.

Section 8 WelcomeWasher/Dryer Hookups.

Small Pet OK$925/MonthFirst & Last

Call 781-492-7707

SOUTHBRIDGENear Paige Hill Road

(2) Two bedroomapartments...

********************950 SF

Appliances, central heat, hardwoods, w/w

carpeting.$725/month

********************1,950 SF

Appliances, electric heat, w/w carpeting. dishwash-

er, parking, yard, small pets.

$775/month********************

First & SecurityBill: 508-272-4220

Sturbridge/Charlton

Studio apartment avaiable March 1st. 2 large rooms with kitchen, private bath.

$585/Month includesheat, electric and water.Call: 508-335-0249


SouthbridgeThree Bedroom

Second Floor ApartmentFor Rent.

$750/MonthRecently Remodeled.

No Pets. Washer/DryerHookups. Section 8 OK.

First & Security Required.Call 508-949-0630

SouthbridgeVery Attractive One Bedroom

Apartment. CentrallyLocated, Hardwood Floors,

Modern Kitchen/Bath.Completely Furnished With

Appliances & Furniture.Central Air & Parking.Safe & Quiet Building.

$150/Week Utilities, Very Low,

But Separate.($500 Security)508-248-6687

Spencer2 Bedroom Townhouse.Gas Heat & Hot Water,

Electric Appliances,Hookups.

One Year Lease. No Pets.First & Last

$720 per month.Security Deposit ($500)

Call (508)886-4312

Spencer5 Room, Two Bedroom

Apartment, Second Floor. Wall-To-Wall Carpeting.

Refrigerator & StoveIncluded. Washer/Dryer

Hookups,Off-Street Parking.

No Pets.$725/Month

First/Last & Security774-272-2634

WebsterNORTH VILLAGE

2 Bedroom UnitsStarting At $783!!

Heat And Hot WaterIs Included.

Must IncomeQualify.

Section 8 VouchersAccepted.

Please Call (508)987-1595

EHO

WEBSTER(1) 2 Bedroom

Apartment Available$650/Month

(2) 1 BedroomApartments Available

$500/Month

Applianced 6 family,basement laundry, parking,

no pets, quiet house. Immediate Availability!!

First & Security508-864-6285

WEBSTER1 bedroom apartment,second floor. Includes

stove, refrigerator.Utilities not included.

Clean gas heat.

$500/MonthCall: 508-943-3112

Webster3 room apartment. Good

security, off street parking,1 person only.

No Smoking/No PetsPay Own Heat and Electric

$115/week508-873-0957


WEBSTERLarge 6 room, 3 bedroom apartment. Nice area, nice

yard, washer/dryer hookup.$850/Month

Call: 508-943-2773

WEBSTERProspectEstates1 & 2 Bedroom

Apartments.Now Available:

Historical BuildingsMust Income Qualify

SECTION 8CERTIFICATES

WELCOME

Call(508)943-9567

EHO

Woodstock CTCountry Manor Apartments

under new ownership.Newly renovated 1 &2

bedroom units available starting March 1. New

kitchens, bath, flooring. Hot water included in rent.

Call: 508-622-1258or email:

[email protected]

510COMMERCIAL/BUSINESS

SouthbridgePROFESSIONAL

SPACEFor Rent

98 Hamilton Street(Left Hand Side)

FormerlyDave’s Styling/HairdresserFirst Floor, Good Visibility!

Parking900 Sq. Ft./210 Sq. Ft.

508-320-9075

Webster7,500 sq ft and

2,500 sq ftFree Standing Building With Loading Dock And

Nice Offices

9,000 sq ft and6,000 sq ft

Clean And Bright

2,500 sq ftGood For Machine Shop

Call for detailsOwner anxious to rent!

508-753-3670

515 CONDOS-RENT/SALE

SturbridgeQuiet 2BD/1BA 850 SQFT condo on Rte 20. Minutes from Pike. Short walk torestaurants and shops.

First month, security, andscreening required. No pets.

$850/MonthKyle: 508-207-0821

525 HOUSES FOR RENT

SouthbridgeHigh Street

2 bedroom house. 850 sq feet with garage, off-street

parking, electric heatand large deck

$900/MonthSection 8 ApprovedFirst and Security

Call: 508-476-1041

530 HOUSES FOR SALE

Wales30 Woodland Heights

2BR/1BA SF, fixer-upper. Owner financing or cash

discount.$1,250 Down, $569/Month

Call: 803-978-1539or: 803-403-9555

546 CEMETERY LOTS

Four PlotsIn Worcester Country

Memorial Park, Paxton, MAIn The

“Rememberance Section”All Four For $4500 OBO

(Currently Sells For$1800 Each)

508-721-2572

550 MOBILE HOMES

BrookfieldNanatomqua Mobile

Home Park (55+)Mobile Home For Sale.

Two Bedroom, 1.5 Bath. Large Kitchen & Living Room. Screen Porch

& Carport.Park Rent $110/Month

CALL FOR PRICE774-262-7307

N. GrosvenordaleCT

Mobile Home For Sale14x64 Doublewide

2 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths. Large Kitchen, Living Room.

Laundry Room.Appliances Included.

Plenty Of Cabinet Space.$65,000

For Appointment860-923-0421

Park ModelMobile HomeFor Sale By Owner

Fully Furnished, New Porch Addition, Also Nice Shed & Great Place For A Garden.

On Beautiful Lot NearSwimming Pool.

Located At HighviewCampground InWest Brookfield.

Begin Camping 4/15-10/15Price Includes Seasonal

Payment(April-October 2011)

Asking $28,000508-867-8736

WARRENBemis Road

MOBILE HOME FOR SALEBeautiful 1985 14’ x 66’

Two Bedroom,Gas, Hot Water, And Stove. Large Open Kitchen With

Breakfast Bar ToLiving Room,Porch, Deck,

Upgrades Throughout.$59,900 DASAP413-593-9961

575 VACATION RENTALS

Cape CodSummer Rental6 Room HouseWest Yarmouth

One Minute walk to Ocean beach. All amenities.$950.00 per week.Call 617-698-0638OR 617-797-4665

[email protected]

WELLS, MAINEVillage By the Sea

2 bedroom/2 bath condo.Pool complex, with

jacuzzi, exercise room,outdoor pool, in-unit laundry,

A/C, cable.Summer Rentals

$875 WeeklyCALL FOR DAILY RATE

(508)429-7568

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

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700 AUTOMOTIVE

705 AUTO ACCESSORIES

Ford RangerBed Extender

will not fit step side

$150 Call: 774-230-7158

TOWING EQUIPMENTBlue OX Towing

Base PlateWith Tow Bar And

Accessories. BX1665 For04-05

Chevy Malibu$175

Blue Ox Heavy Duty8” Drop Receiver

$75Call 508-320-2944

Wheels With Tires16” Koenig rims (4) black 10 spoke with chrome ring and

20 lugs. All mounted on Prometer Radials.

Excellent condition!

$475 OBOCall: 508-764-4111

720 CLASSICS

1929 Model A Street Rod

350 Ramjet Fuel InjectionEngine.

350 Trans., Vintage Gauges.$22,500

Four ToolboxesOf Mechanic &

Machine-Builder Tools$2500

508-867-6706

1950 Chevrolet4-Door Sedan

6-Cylinder, Standard Shift. New Factory-Built Motor.

Solid Body, Runs Excellent. Needs Interior & Minor Work

To Be Road-Worthy.$5900

978-760-3453

1966 FORD COBRAERA Replica

Black, 427 side-oiler engine. 4-speed transmission.

4,700 miles. Black leather interior.

$49,000 Clear MA title

(No tire kickers) 508-867-7642

1973 Triumph TR6Red, Many New Parts -Interior, Top, Exhaust,Electrical, Brake Lines,

And More!$6500 OBO

508-248-1592

720 CLASSICS

1975 ChryslerImperial Lebaron

2 door, 440 cubic inch engine good driver,

needs TLC.$2,500

(4) 20570 15” Tires

White walls, approximately 3,500miles. Like new

mounted on GM wheels,will fit other vehicles

$280

Utility truck side boxes

(2) 8ft, good condition, also have ladder rack free if you

buy boxes!$500

Call: 508-885-4651

1978 FirebirdFormula

V8, 4-speed, too many new parts to list! Nice cruising car, includes custom fit car

cover, color black.

$8,500 OBOCall: 508-278-6219

After 5pm

725 AUTOMOBILES

1979 ChevyEl Camino

Rebuilt engine, transmission and rear end. Many new

parts included forrestoration. Garaged for years, runs great, 6cyl, 3

speed manual.

$3,200 or best reasonableCall:508-885-2110

1988 JaguarRed Convertible

V12, auto, full power, 52,000 miles, with Carfax. All

manuals, no rust, alwaysgaraged. New rear brakes

& tires.$6,200 OBO

Call: 860-928-3326

2000 Ford WindstarSE Van

147k Miles, Dark Green, AWD. Good Condition.

$2400508-254-3858

2003 MercurySable

With 72,000 miles,3L engine, power windows &

locks, cruise control, very good condition.

$3,000Call: 508-254-1052

2004 BMW Z4Black with red interior,

2.5L engine, 21,000 miles

$16,500508-282-2884

725 AUTOMOBILES2005 Honda VTX 1300

RetroExellent Condition

$7,500 OBO

(2)1966 Ford Galaxy1 hardtop

1 convertible$4,000 for both OBO

Both Fords For Partsor RestorationCall for details860-923-9067

2006 Chevrolet Silverado For Sale4 Door, A/C, V-8, Bed Liner, Running Boards, Remote

Starter.Call: 857-636-8913

2006 Mazda 6S6 cylinder, 4door, all

power, a/c, traction control, 25 mpg, 73,000 miles.

In Excellent Condition!!$10,000 OBO

call: 508-769-8324

2006 Volvo S60TLeather Heated Seats

Power Everything.New Tires.

Excellent Condition.78k Miles.$15,200

774-200-5015

2007 ToyotaCamry XLE

4-Door Sedan, 8400 Miles, Leather/Loaded,

Premium Condition.$21,000 OBO

Call After 6PM860-974-0069

2009 ToyotaCamry SE

Barcelona red with 33,500 miles, alloy wheels, power moonroof, spoiler with 4cylinder and hard to find

manual transmission,excellent condition.

$14,900Call Owner:

508-248-7011

Classic1984- 500 SELMercedes Benz4 door sedan, 134,000

miles, very good condition.

Best OfferCall for more information:

508-867-2774

FOR SALE1997 Volvo Station

WagonWhite, 5 cylinder automatic transmission. 850 GL Turbo

Needs Work$500 OBO

Call: 508-867-9566

732 SPORTS UTILITY

1999 Jeep GrandCherokee Limited

4x4, 110K miles, blackexterior/black leather interior, fully loaded with extras, no

body rust, runs perfect, over-all great condition. Must see.

$5,780Call: 508-826-8216

or email: [email protected]

2002 NISSAN XTERRA SE

Supercharged, California Yellow. Only 90,000 Miles.

4-Wheel Drive,Great Condition.

New Exhaust System Battery, Brakes, Tires.

$9,900 Firm 860-923-0133Leave Message

2004 Land Rover Freelander

78K miles. Extremely well maintained, clean Carfax. Sport leather interior, faux wood grain console, AWD, tow hitch, cargo area with

privacy canopy.

$11,400 Call 508-846-0986

740 MOTORCYCLES

1984 Gold Wing Motorcycle

Custom Paint Job (Burgundy)

43,000 Miles FOR SALE OR TRADE

508-909-6559

1986 HarleyWide Glide1340 CCEVO

Custom paint, manyupgrades and chrome.

Comes with original parts and spare chrome parts.

$6,000 OBOCall: 860-974-9811

1997 YamahaRoyal Star

Black, 19,550 MilesGreat Condition

Saddlebags, Cover New Tires/BatteryReady To Ride!

$4,000 OBOCall Jim

508-523-5980

2005 HarleyDavidson

Fat Boy AnniversaryEdition

10,250 miles, a lot of chrome, drag bars,

Super G carbasking $13,500 OBOCall: 508-340-7950

740 MOTORCYCLES

2 MotorcyclesFor Sale

2007 Roadstar Warrior-Metallic Gray, VERY LOW MILES, Samson Ground Pounders, Very Clean.

$7,000 OBO

2008 Yamaha FZ6- 600CC, Royal Blue, VERY LOW MILES, Very Clean,

Slider Guards.$5,200 OBO

Call: 908-242-2016or email:

[email protected]

2004 Honda 750 Shadow Aero

Excellent condition, loaded, full windshield, driving lights, mustang seat, floorboards,

crash bar, saddle bags.Always garaged,

never been down...

$3,600Call: 774-696-3030

2007 HARLEYDAVIDSONSoft Tail Deluxe.

Black Cherry. Mint Condition. Many Extras. 6000 Miles

$15,000Call 860-942-0464Or 978-355-2389

2007 HarleyDavidson

XL 1200 N Roadster5096 Miles. Mint Condition.

Many Added CustomizedAccessories. Including Vance

Hines Exhaust.$7800

Call 860-966-1660

2007-2009Yamaha VStar

1300 Stock Seat

$200Call: 774-230-7158

745 RECREATIONALVEHICLES

1997 35’Holiday

VacationerChevy 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.

$18,000Call: 508-892-4102

745 RECREATIONALVEHICLES

2003 Damon

ChallengerMotor Home

Gas EngineAllison TransmissionWork Horse Chassis

24 K Miles1-Slide Out

Queen Size BedroomAsking $45,000price is negotialbe860-928-2820

or 860-923-3071

750 CAMPERS/TRAILERS

1988 33 FootSouthwindMotorhome

69k Miles, Sleeps 5, New Tires, New Batteries,

Hydraulic Leveling Jacks.Price Reduced For

Quick Sale!$7500 FIRM

Can Be Seen On CraigslistCall 860-923-0406

2010 40’ Hideout Camping Trailer

(ball type)Paid $24,000,

2 Slideout QueenMaster Bedroom,

Kids 4 Bunk Bedroom,Used 1 Season.

$16,000,Sacrifice, My Loss

Is Your Gain.Very Nice Unit!

Call Rich860-576-0526 or

860-382-5071

Brimfield/Sturbridge

Must SellCampground Lot!

Was $19,000NOW $9500

My Loss, Your Gain!508-989-8165

Motor Home1998 Holiday

RamblerEndeavor Diesel

1 Slide, Low Mileage,Washer/Dryer, Very

Good Condition.$37,000

Call 860-774-6128

760 VANS/TRUCKS

1983 Ford Pickup Truck

6-Cylinder, CleanUnderneath,

No Undercarriage Rust.Good Mechanics.

$1500978-760-3453

760 VANS/TRUCKS

1987 Chevy Pickup6in. lift, completely rebuilt, 383 stroker, 35in. tires, lots

of new parts. Awesomemonster truck. Great for

mud runnin!!Serious Inquiries Only

$3,500 OBROCall Neal: 508-612-5658

or: 508-488-0566

1992 GMCDiesel TruckUPS Truck-Style,

Aluminum Grumman Body, Shelves. Rebuilt

Transmission/Motor,New Fuel Tank, Radiator,

Steering Box. Dual Wheels,11’ Area Behind Seats

Excellent Condition14,100GVWR

Call 5pm-8:30pm508-867-6546

1995 Dodge 1500 Series

Fully PoweredNew Tires

Excellent Condition$3500.00

860-315-7309

2002 Ford Ranger Pickup

Low mileage, excellentcondition, 4 wheel drive,

bed liner, tow hitch.

$8,000 OBOCall: 413-245-7937

2002 GMCSierra SLT

1500, Z71 off road package. Extended cab, Onstar, 5.3liter V8, new Mastercraft

tires. 224,000 miles

$6,000 OBOCall: 774-922-2098

2007 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT

Great condition for sale! 7 passenger seating, AM/FM,

cassette, single CD, autoeverything. Mileage 91,268,

clean title.

If interested call Scott:508-479-6769

2007 GMC Sierra2500 Crew Cab

4x4, turbo diesel$7,000

Contact me via email:[email protected]

or by phone:508-927-6836

760 VANS/TRUCKS

2009 ChevySilveradoClub Cab1500 Series

Has Z-71 Package.Silver Blue Color. WithTonneau Cover & Liner.8k Miles, One Owner.

Asking $25,000Fran 508-791-9885

765 HEAVY EQUIPMENT

MichiganBackhoe

PayloaderDiesel, Runs Good

$9997Chevy Box Truck

UPS-Style$3500

John DeereSkidloader

Needs Motor Work

Let’s Talk, MakeAn Offer!

Call (508)347-7300

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Using Your Roof To Make A Design Statement(NAPS)

A great way to add curb appeal to your homeis to start at the top—with the most style-appropriate roof.

Besides protecting your home from the ele-ments, the right roof should complement yourexterior design scheme.

Not sure what kind of roof suits your home?Here are a few suggestions from the experts atGAF:

• French Country: For these homes, theex–tensive use of stone and other masonryproducts incorporates various accent colors.Therefore, many different types of shinglesand colors look good with this type of home.Camelot® Lifetime Designer Shingles, withtheir slate-like design, add another dimensionof style to the roof while still maintaining theintegrity of the overall architecture. For anaffordable luxury option, consider Camelot II,which has the same type of look as Camelotbut at a lower cost. The sleek lines ofSlateline® shingles also work well with theFrench Country style.

• Georgian: GAF’s slate-look shingles, suchas Camelot, or the sculpted tabs of CountryMansion® shingles are recommended.Typically, a more muted gray or black designbest matches the red brick fronts.

• Colonial: Colonial-style homes have a verysquare and more symmetrical look to them, sothe slate-look family of shingles is the best fit.Grand Slate™ and Slateline shingles providethe look of slate at a very affordable price.

• Tudor: With their steep- pitched roofs,Tudor homes are great for showing off an ele-gant roof style. They tend to have muted toneson the front facade accented with brown orgray cross-gables. Camelot and Slateline shin-gles are both good choices for Tudor-stylehomes.

• Craftsman: The Craftsman style looksgreat with wood shake-look shingles in earthtones, such as gray, green or brown. Good betsare Timberline® shingles, a popular wood-shake look, or Grand Sequoia® and GrandCanyon™ shingles, which have a ruggedwood-shake and ultradimensional look.

• Mediterranean and Italianate: Theseornate architectural homes are typically sidedwith stucco. Roof color choices are warmerbrowns and terra-cotta hues, as well as somedark grays. The slate/tile look of Camelotshingles in San Gabriel complements thisarchitectural style well. Grand Sequoia andGrand Canyon shingles, with their warmcolor palettes, also make a good match.

• Ranch houses: Ranch-style homes arecharacterized by their one-story design withvery low-pitched roofs and spread-out floorplans. Grand Sequoia shingles provide a dis-tinct dimensional look to the roof, whileGrand Canyon shingles offer an ultradimen-sional version of the premium wood-shakeoption. Timberline is also a good choice.

For more information, consult the RoofWizard tab at www.gaf.com.

Deciding On TheRight Dishwasher

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If you’re done with doingdishes, you’re not alone.

According to a recent sur-vey conducted by HarrisInteractive, 21 percent ofwomen cited washing thedishes as their least favoritehousehold chore.

Before deciding on a dish-washer, consider the follow-ing shopping tips from theWhirlpool Institute ofKitchen Science:

• Load it up: If everyonehad the same set of dishes,cookware and serveware, onedishwasher would fit all. Butthat is not the case. So takestock of your dishes beforeshopping to better judge ifyour dishes will sit comfort-ably in the racks. Most dish-washers also now come withholders to prevent silverwarefrom “nesting,” so make sureyour set fits the slots.

• Check under the hood:Sort of. Most people don’tknow the difference betweenfilter- and ?disposal-basedsystems, so be sure to look atthe bottom of the ?dishwash-er, as the difference is signifi-cant.

Filter-based systems, whichuse water filtration to sepa-rate food particles from thewater washing your dishes,are generally quieter andmore energy efficient—butthey also require a periodicrinse of the filter.

Disposal systems, whichuse a blade to chop particlesand separate them from thewater, do not require thesame amount of mainte-

nance, but can be louder andless efficient.

• Do your homework:Request any information thesalesperson may have on howthe dishwasher stacks up tothe rest. Check the machine’senergy efficiency rating.These ratings change, so besure to select a model with thebest available rating.

• Evaluate yourself:Those who are not inclined tospend quality time with theirdishwasher’s owner’s manualcan benefit from a modelequipped with a sensor cycle.Sensor cycles will choose thebest wash cycle for the load bydetecting just how dirty thedishes are, and can help saveenergy.

• Get in the zone: Sprayzones are important when itcomes to those dishes withhard, stuck-on food particles.Check the back of the washer,where the sprayers are, andask if they’re targeted to spe-cific areas. Targeted sprayerscan get to caked-on bakingdishes so you don’t have toprerinse or scrub them.Prerinsing can waste up to 20gallons of water!

Using a dishwasher doesn’tjust save time; it also saveswater. Hand-washing dishescan use 27 gallons of water vs.one cycle in a dishwasher thatuses 3 gallons of water.

Geothermal Heat PumpsGenerate Savings

(NAPS)

Here’s hot news:Homeowners who invest in ageo–thermal heating andcooling system receive sav-ings not only at the time ofinstallation, but well into thefuture. The system reducesenergy consumption, lowersutility bills and increaseshome resale values.

HOW IT WORKS

A geothermal home com-fort system taps into theabundant source of freesolar heat energy stored inthe earth and uses a series ofpipes (called an earth loop)buried in the ground to movethat heat into the home dur-ing cold weather and removeit during warm weather.This same heat energy canbe used for a radiant floorsystem or domestic hotwater heating.

LOWER TAXES

Homeowners who install ageothermal system beforeDecember 31, 2016, can takeadvantage of a federalrenewable energy tax creditthat offers a tax incentive of30 percent of the installedcost of the system. What’smore, the credit is retroac-tive to January 1, 2009 andcan be used in combinationwith utility rebates andother tax incentives, whereavailable, to make geother-mal systems more affordablethan ever.

AN IMPROVEDECONOMY

Once installed, the systemsignificantly reduces energyconsumption, saving home-owners as much as 70 per-cent on their heating andcooling bills throughout the

year. Because geothermalsystems use the free renew-able supply of energy foundin the backyard, the use ofgeothermal reduces U.S.dependency on foreign oilwhile encouraging energyproduction in the UnitedStates and helping to createjobs in renewable industries.

LESS POLLUTION

Meanwhile, homeownerscan reduce their carbon foot-prints. That’s because geot-hermal systems do not emitcarbon dioxide, carbonmonoxide or other green-house gases that are consid-ered major contributors toenvironmental air pollution.

MORE MONEY ANDTIME

In many cases, having ageo–thermal system means ahigher resale value for thehouse. According to theexperts at WaterFurnace,homeowners who invest ingeothermal systems andplan to stay in their homescan anticipate an averagesystem life span of morethan 24 years—compared to15 years for a traditional sys-tem—less maintenance andlower life cycle costs.

LEARN MORE

To learn how you can expe-rience the long-term benefitsthat the investment in a geot-hermal system delivers, visitwww.waterfurnace.com ortalk to a WaterFurnaceexpert at (800) GEO-SAVE.

For a finished look, it’s important to match the style of your roof to the design of your home.

Using a dishwasher doesn’t just save time; it also saves water.

An investment in geothermal has immediate and long-term benefits forthe environment as well as the homeowner.

Cooling Systems—Repair Or Replace?

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Learning a few facts about a refrigerantcommonly used in air conditioners could helpyou keep your cool. The refrigerant, R-22, isbeing phased out as part of an internationalenvironmental agreement to discontinue theuse of HCFCs, or hydrochlorofluorocarbons.

How does this affect your home’s air-condi-

tioning equipment? While it may not impactyour air-conditioning system in the nextdecade, it’s important to understand the factsif you are told your system must be replaced.

If you own an R-22-based air-conditioningunit, here are a few facts you need to know:

• If your system does not leak or need repair,it may not necessarily have a negative impacton the environment. So there is no need toreplace your system until you are ready for anew unit.

• Most air-conditioning systems aredesigned to last at least 10 years. Because R-22is available until 2020, it’s wise to budgetaccordingly.

• R-22 is still one of the most energy-efficientrefrigerants on the market. Purchasing a newunit costs three to four times more thanrepairing existing units and may not bemandatory.

Reputable heating and cooling dealersshould disclose this information. Please planahead before you pay for a costly replacement.

For more information, visitwww.ACfastfacts.com.

Energy Tips(NAPS)

There’s a new resource to help keep olderadults safe and warm during the cold weathermonths.

A new brochure, “Winter Warmth andSafety: Home Energy Tips for Older Adults,”provides tips about preparing a home for win-ter weather and saving money on energyexpenses, including:

• Make sure your home is energy efficient byinstalling a programmable thermostat andsealing and insulating ducts. More advice isavailable from the Environmental ProtectionAgen?cy’s Energy Star program at www.ener-gystar.gov.

• Take advantage of special heating assis-tance funds and utility no-cutoff programs.

LEARN MORE

For a free copy of the brochure, call (800)677-1116 or download it at www.eldercare.gov.

The Eldercare Locator is a public serviceof the U.S. Administration on Aging, admin-istered by the National Association of AreaAgencies on Aging.

Older Americans can find out about energy assistanceprograms from their local Area Agencies on Aging.

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Brighten Your Bathroom In A Weekend(NAPS)

If you’re looking for a funmakeover project, the easiestroom to redecorate may beyour bathroom. It’s a smallspace, so giving it a fresh lookmakes for a great weekendproject.

It’s also the room most like-ly to need a makeover, as thishigh-traffic area is prone tostains caused by moisturefrom your shower and bath,as well as makeup and groom-ing products. By adding afresh coat of paint, bath-rooms can be transformedquickly and affordably.

The natural place to start isby deciding on a colorscheme. You may want tobegin by selecting variouscolor swatches or paint sam-ples from the store or usingonline color coordinationtools. Once you have the paintsamples in hand, try them onthe wall and note how theylook during different times ofthe day.

Erika Woelfel, director ofcolor at Behr Paints, suggestsyou note how colors reflectthe light. The bathroom is thefirst place you look at yourselfevery day, which is why shefavors pink for bathrooms.

“Peach, apricot and salmonpinks provide a warm, rosybackground glow. They’regreat to use in dressing orvanity areas as they enhanceskin tones for daily groom-ing,” said Woelfel. “We all

want to put our best foot for-ward each morning and colorcan help.” To keep it fresh,use white for the trim andfluffy white towels.

Here are a few colorschemes and themes to try:

Keep It Classic: If yoursense of style leans towardmore traditional tastes, a clas-sic bathroom may suit youraesthetic needs. Consider alight minty green, an etherealwhite and a downy white,then accent with soft pops ofcolor. Choose an eclectic col-lection of light fixtures andhardware.

Make a Bold Statement: Gofor all-out glamour with wallsin aubergine, eggplant andlilac. Add black trim andonyx tiles to the floor.Brighten with white towelsand linens.

Go Tranquil: Use the softcolors of nature to whisk youaway. Pale spring green wallsand luminous gray-greentiles evoke grass, while cloud-white accents, potted plantsand natural wood add to theambience.

Dress the Room withFa–b–ric: Fabric can adddepth and texture to a designscheme. Fabric considera-tions include matching orcoordinating shower curtainsand window treatments, aswell as colorful towels. Tomake towels even more dis-tinctive, add ribbon bandingfor trim.

Get a Handle on It:Sometimes, a room’s look isall in the details. If there arecabinets or drawers in yourroom, one easy way to sprucethings up is to change thehandles. A variety of decora-tive drawer pulls and handlescan be incorporated into adecorating scheme. Follow upwith glasses, trays and otheraccessories that fit into yourscheme. And don’t be afraidto paint built-ins.

Here are a few tips to helpwith your weekend bathroom

makeover:• Use an online program

like ColorSmart by Behr toselect, match and coordinatecolor. You can also save yourselections to a workbook andbuy samples online atwww.behr.com.

• Pick up smaller brushes toreach corners, baseboardsand hard-to-reach places anda roller for larger surfacespaces.

• Be sure to pick up tape andpaper to cover fixtures, mir-

rors and countertops to keepthose elements free of paintand keep clean-up easy.

• Choose a paint that is wellsuited for bathrooms, likeBehr Premium Plus UltraInterior in a Semi-Gloss orSatin Enamel finish, avail-able exclusively at The HomeDepot. This paint and primerin one is great for bathrooms,with an easy-to-clean,durable, mildew resistant fin-ish that helps protect againstmoisture and stains and pro-

vides improved hiding infewer coats for a quicker re-do.

For more information andin–spiration ideas, visitBehr’s new blog penned byWoelfel at www.colorfully-behr.com. You may also “like”the paint company atwww.facebook.com/behrpaint and follow it at www.twit-ter.com/behrpaint.

Easy Home HeatingProjects That Save Money

Using inexpensive, energy-saving products can significantly lower yourenergy costs.

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Make your home feel warmer without turning up the heatthis winter.

The average family spends $1,400 a year on energy, with near-ly half of that on heating and cooling. However, by followingsome simple steps on home winterizing, and by using energy-efficient heating equipment, homeowners can save as much as20 percent on annual energy costs.

Before you begin to winterize, you should call in a profession-ally licensed HVAC contractor to in–spect and tune up yourheating system. Once that is done, there are several things youcan do yourself to prolong the life of the equipment and helpensure proper operation.

• Oil Heat—Change fuel filters and service burners if needed.Check fuel tank for water content and fill tank.

• Forced-Air Systems—Clean registers and returns, re–movegrill on returns, vacuum, and reinstall the grill. On olderforced-air systems, the entire ductwork should be cleaned everycouple of years. Inspect flue pipe for blockages, leaks and holesand make sure vent cap is in place on roof.

• Furnaces—Check fan belts, pilot light, humidifier andmedia pad if needed. On older furnaces, the pilot light may stayon all the time and you can see it; newer models are usually self-igniting and light only when the furnace is running.

• Humidifiers or Dehumidifiers—For freestanding units,change or clean filters. For furnace-mounted humidifiers,check, clean or replace the water media pad, or water level onfloat-type humidifiers. Check waterline/ waste line for leaks.

• Hot Water Heaters—Drain about 10 to 15 gallons from serv-ice valve, located at bottom of water tank, to remove sediment.If water has slight rust color at first, this is OK; if after drain-ing more than 10 gallons the water still has a rust color, it’s asign the tank is rusting and that you should consider replace-ment. On natural gas heaters, inspect flue pipe to ensure it issecure and has no leaks. Lowering the temperature of water inthe water heater to 115° to 120° reduces fuel consumption.

• An Energy-Efficient Hot Water Circulator—such as the Bell& Gossett ecocirc®—can save an average family of four morethan 12,000 gallons of water and hundreds of dollars in energycosts a year.

• Thermostat Setting—68° F is recommended for cold months,65° F at night. The rule of thumb is that you can save about 3percent on your heating bill for every degree that you set backyour thermostat.

• New Equipment—If equipment needs replacement, call alocal professional for at least two quotes. Local, state and feder-al tax credits and rebates can assist in the purchase of an ener-gy-saving product.

• For more information on energy-saving tips and ideas, visitwww.energystar.gov, www.eere.energy.gov,www.energysavers.gov and http://completewatersystems.com.

The bathroom is the first place you look at yourself every day. Consider using peach, apricot and salmon pinks to provide a warm, rosy glow.

Hot Tips On Safe Microwave Use(NAPS)

You can protect yourself and your fam-ily from the dangers of foodborne, ill-ness-causing bacteria, such asSalmonella, if you heed the “Cook ItSafe” campaign by the experts at the U.S.Department of Agriculture. There arefour things you need to do:

1. Read and follow package cookinginstructions. Most frozen or refrigeratedconvenience foods must be properlycooked before you can eat them. Thelabel can tell you whether the productneeds to be thoroughly cooked or simplyreheated. Uncooked meat or poultry, forexample, must be cooked to a highenough temperature to destroy harmfulbacteria.

2. Know when to use a microwave andwhen not to. Sometimes, thorough cook-ing requires the use of a conventionaloven, not a microwave. Microwave ovencooking times may not be enough to cooksome foods to a safe internal tempera-ture. Microwave ovens—even thoseequipped with a turntable—can cookunevenly and leave “cold spots” whereharmful bacteria can survive. You mayneed to use a conventional oven, convec-tion oven or toaster oven. So always fol-low the package cooking instructions.

3. Know your wattage. If yourmicrowave’s wattage is lower than thatrequired in the cooking instructions, itwill take longer for the food to reach asafe internal temperature. The higherthe wattage of the oven, the faster it willcook food. If you don’t know the wattageof your microwave, check the inside ofthe oven’s door, the serial number plateon the back of the oven or the owner’smanual.

You can also do a “time-to-boil” test to

estimate the wattage: Mea–sure a cup ofplain tap water in a two-cup glass meas-uring cup. Add ice cubes; stir until wateris ice cold. Discard ice cubes and pourout excess water so only one cupremains. Set the microwave oven on highfor four minutes. Watch the waterthrough the window to see when it boils.If it boils in less than two minutes, itswattage is 1,000 watts or more. If it takes2? minutes, its wattage is about 800 wattsor more. If water boils in three minutes,its wattage is 650 to 700, and if it takesmore than three minutes, it’s 300 to 500watts.

4. Always use a food thermometer toensure a safe internal temperature.After the microwave or conventionaloven cooking time is over, observe any“stand time” specified in the cookinginstructions. During this time, the foodcontinues to cook even with the oven off,and the temperature of the food contin-ues to rise. No matter how you’ve cookedthe food, use a food thermometer in sev-eral places to make sure the dish hasreached a safe internal temperature.

You can learn more atwww.fsis.usda.gov/Food_Safety_Education/Cook_It_Safe/index.asp andwww.fsis.usda.gov/PDF/Microwave_Ovens_and_Food_Safety.pdf.

New Ways To Wash(NAPS)

Here’s a money-saving ideayou may warm to: Use a cold-water wash cycle to keep win-ter wear and blankets cleanwhile saving energy.

COOL OFF TO SAVE BIG

High energy costs canresult from washing clothesin warm and hot cycles.According to the Consortiumfor Energy Efficiency, cold-water cycles can use up 76percent less water and 78 per-cent less energy while offer-ing the same cleaning power.

Not only does cold-waterwashing keep your energybill low, it can help minimizehow much you need to spendon dry cleaning and newclothes. Knits made of wooland other natural materialsthat you may have drycleaned in the past can besafely cleaned and cared forwith cold water on a gentlecycle.

KEEP YOUR COOL

Stain removal can be stress-ful, but there’s no reason foryour temper or water temper-

ature to rise in the face of dif-ficult stains. Pre-treating andpresoaking garments inwarm water prior to washingcan ensure your stains arere?moved regardless of thewater temperature in yourwash cycle.

All stains are not alike.Protein stains, such as bloodset in hot water, can makecold water a good option forkeeping laundry spotless.

WARM UP AT THERIGHT TIMES

Cold-water washing mightnot be the best option forevery laundry load. Heavilysoiled or grease-stained loadsneed warm or hot water for aproper cleaning.

MACHINE SHOP

Some washing machinesfeature a cold cycle designedto work specifically with cold-water detergents. The MaytagBravos XL even has the OxiTreat Stains option to ensurelaundry is properly cleanedand cared for in cold water.

BANISH RESIDUEBUILDUP

As you use more cold-watercycles, keep an eye—andnose—on the inside of yourwashing machine for anyresidue that may build up.This residue, which can accu-mulate when too much deter-gent is used, is easily brokendown with a once-a-monthcleaning with a washer clean-er. Pop an affresh washercleaner puck into your top-load or front-load washer and

run on a hot cycle to dissolveodor-causing residue andleave your washer ready tohandle your toughest laundryloads.

LEARN MORE

For further money- andenergy-saving washingadvice, visitwww.maytag.com and–www.affresh.com or call(800) 344-1274.

Always be sure the food you cook reaches theproper internal temperature before you eat it.

You may be able to save energy, money and your clothes when youwash them in cold water.

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