A little pomp and circumstance
The Reg ster Local news. Local stories. Local advertisers. FREE Vol 71 • No 14 • Wednesday, June 10 , 2015 A career in the courtroom A little pomp and circumstance Recent graduate shares story of hope, perseverance By Emily Thurlow Staff Writer LUDLOW – Melissa Goncalves Rua always dreamed about a career in law and defending justice, right back to her days running through the halls to make it in time for class at Ludlow High School. When she unexpectedly found out she was pregnant at 17 in her senior year, she thought all those dreams had to be tossed aside. But having graduated, ironically enough on Mother’s Day, from Quinnipiac University School of Law, Cum Laude with a Concentration in Family Law, it seemed she had proven even herself wrong. Like a lot of teenagers at the time, Rua, formerly Mateus, didn’t take high school as seriously as she probably could have and after getting into a car accident with her brother and sustaining a serious head injury, she was temporarily placed into special education classes. Through that struggle, she still sought a career in the courtroom and found herself shadowing an attorney at a court house and fell in love with law. But when she first met her high school sweetheart at TURLEY PUBLICATIONS STAFF PHOTOS BY EMILY THURLOW Congratulations to Ludlow High School’s Class of 2015, which took place last Thursday at the University of Massachusetts on the Amherst campus. Friends and family of the nearly 200 students came out in masses to support their individual graduates. Seniors let out one final roar 195 students graduate from Ludlow High School LUDLOW – Several thousands of friends and family members came out in masses to the University of Massachusetts Amherst campus for the 105th Ludlow High School Commencement exercises at the William D. Mullins Memorial Center. The class of 2015 is the 23rd Ludlow High School class to graduate at the center and has a sig- Once, twice, three times a criminal By Emily Thurlow Staff Writer LUDLOW – Police have captured the man they say is responsible for the robbery Bank of America on Cherry Street as well as the person who called in the bomb threats to Ludlow High and East Street schools, and interestingly enough, the suspects are one in the same. Through combined efforts, the Ludlow Police Detective Unit, the Springfield Police Department, the Massachusetts State Police and the U.S. Marshal’s Fugitive Task Force have arrested 33-year-old Scott M. Weaver of Kenwood Terrace in Springfield in connection with both incidents that took place on Friday, May 29 and Saturday, May 30. Threats were called in to both of the schools almost simultane- ously – one at 1:35 p.m. and another at 1:40 p.m. – that there was a bomb in the buildings. Both schools were evacuated with students being shifted to alternative locations. One of the immediate red flags in helping to piece the case together was the fact that all three included threats of bombs explained Ludlow Police Detective Sgt. Louis Tulik. “In the case of the bank robbery, Weaver had placed a note on the counter to the teller saying that he had a bomb as opposed to a gun,” he said. “And to get three bomb threats in a 24-hour period…we started to think that the two were connected.” After an extensive investigation that included writing subpoenas and search warrants, Tulik said that detectives were Please see ROBBERY, Page 9 nificant tie to Ludlow and its roots Principal Lisa Nemeth explained. The center was named after Ludlow native, former history and government schoolteacher, select board member and state representative. Mullins suggested that the university build a multi-functional area and convocation center in 1985 to help expand its athletic program and assist in the growth of the school and though he died a year later, the state went on buildPlease see LHS GRADUATES, Page 14 Please see COURTROOM CAREEER, Page 7 Stepping up toward the future St. John the Baptist School students graduate eighth grade By Christi Mills Ludlow Register Correspondent LUDLOW – Close to 300 people attended St. John the Baptist School (SJBS) 89th annual graduation ceremony, which began with Mass, officiated by Msgr. Homer Gosselin, pastor of St. Elizabeth Parish, and concluded with a reception held at the SJB Pastoral Center. All eighth grade students, including Meaghan McGuinness, Christopher Langlitz, Matthew Picard, Jeremy Garcia, Dominick Ratkiewicz, Alexa Sullivan, Matthew Nogueira, Sadie Goncalves, Kathleen Rooney, Elizabeth Burgess, Aaron Flanders, Moira O'Sullivan, John Kennedy, Savannah Gay, Angela RodriguezHudyka, Ania Axas, Maria Baltazar, Sephanie Rosa, Audrianna Cope, TURLEY PUBLICATIONS STAFF PHOTO BY CHRISTI MILLS Sadie Goncalves, an eighth grade student at St. John the Baptist School presents Msgr. Homer Gosselin, pastor of St. Elizabeth Parish, a gift from her eighth grade class during the SJBS 89th annual graduation ceremony. Teagan Quill, Nicholas Kalesnik and Benjamin Kervick participated in the graduation Mass. Mass began with the Processional: “Pomp and Circumstance,” followed by the Liturgy of Word. O'Sullivan delivered the First Reading which was followed by the Responsorial Psalm, read by Quill. Organist Lori Chmiel and members of St. Rita's Choir led the crowd in 'Celtic Alleluia” and Msgr. Gosselin delivered the Gospel. Gaj, Nogueira, Goncalves, Please see SJB GRADUATES, Page 12 Page 2 • The Register • June 10, 2015 The Ludlow Register Obituary Policy Turley Publications offers two types of obituaries. One is a free, brief Death Notice listing the name of deceased, date of death and funeral date and place. The other is a Paid Obituary, costing $75, which allows families to publish extended death notice information of their own choice and may include a photograph. Death Notices & Paid Obituaries should be submitted through a funeral home to: [email protected]. Exceptions will be made only when the family provides a death certificate and must be pre-paid. George F. Vitek, M.D. Gary J. Nielan, M.D. Kimberly Joyal Martins, M.D. Amy C. Kasper, M.D. Francesca M. Bajaj, M.D. Kimberly A. Dewey, M.D. Beth Laton Brown, M.D. Priya S. Malik, M.D. Lynda B. Tagliavini, C.P.N.P. 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Open House every Sunday 12–2 or by appointment June 10, 2015 • The Register • Page 5 Harvest 5K Run/Walk runs in over $2,000 for athletics program LUDLOW – Runners from all over Ludlow and the surrounding towns came out to support the 2015 Harvest 5K Walk/Run and Kids Run. The event's purpose is to raise money for the Ludlow High Athletics. This was the second year for this event and it was again a big success with the donations from townspeople and businesses that helped them raise over $2,200. The Kids Run took place on the Ludlow track and offered grade specific races with lots of free gifts and giveaways. Many volunteers from the Ludlow Track team helped man this portion of the race for the kids and did a great job. Some winners of this race were Josh Provost for the 4th/ 5th grade race and Luke Witherow for the 2nd/3rd grade race. “All the kid runners did a great job!” said Wendy Provost. There are lots of ideas in the works for next year to make this race even bigger and better. "I always enjoy the run, the competition, and the friendly race atmosphere,” says racerunner, David Flowers. The 5K portion of the race was an USATF certified racecourse that kicked off at 10am. Many friendly faces of Harvest Bible Chapel in Ludlow were there to set up and volunteer for the race. The route travels through the Chapin and East street section of the town. The race winner was Vee Bunn with an impressive 19:48 finish time. Harvest Ludlow's own Joel Bertles, took second place. This event was designed to assist the Ludlow High School with their athletics. “Harvest Ludlow considers it a privilege to help wherever we are able" says Pastor Doug Gray (pastor of Harvest Ludlow). “The Harvest 5K Walk/Run is gaining recognition and growth with each year,” said Provost. “It is looking forward to next year and new ideas are already in process! 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This paper will not be responsible for more than one corrected insertion, nor will be liable for any error in an advertisement to a greater extent than the cost of the space occupied by the item in the advertisement. Page 6 • The Register • June 10, 2015 Regional hazardous waste collection day set for Sept. 12 WILBRAHAM – The Towns of East Longmeadow, Hampden, Longmeadow, Ludlow, Palmer and Wilbraham have announced a regional hazardous waste collection day will take place Saturday, Sept. 12 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Minnechaug Regional High School. Residents are invited to bring any hazardous materials banned from regular trash collection. Allowable items include aerosol cans, ammonia solution, antifreeze, brake fluid, carburetor cleaner, oil-based driveway sealer, furniture polish, gasoline, mercurybearing waste, lead and oil-based paint, rechargeable batteries, moth balls, motor oil and paint thinner. Prohibited items include asbestos, biological waste, explosives and unused medications. Waste is limited to residential products only. Additionally, residents who exchange mercury-based thermometers will receive a free digital replacement. Residents must schedule appointments and proof of residency is required. Appointments can be made by calling the local Board of Health Tuesday through Thursday, Sept. 8 through 10. Ludlow residents call 583-5625. Larry’s Auto Body Don't Be Confused By Your Insurance Company's Paperwork! Call Us! FULL COLLISION & GLASS PLUS REASONABLE INSPECTION REPAIRS We Work With All Insurance Companies 35+ Years But We Work For You First Experience RS #3557 240 West Street, Ludlow • 413.583.5738 Lesser Urges Gov. Baker's Opioid Addiction Task Force recommendations REGION – State Sen. Eric P. Lesser (D-Longmeadow) submitted a letter urging Gov. Charlie Baker's Opioid Abuse Task Force to include his legislation that would close the pharmacy shopping loophole and establish the bulk purchasing of the anti-overdose drug Narcan in its list of recommendations for a statewide strategy to combat opioid addiction and curb overdose deaths in the Commonwealth. "I hope you will consider joining with the Senate and including these provisions in your recommendations to Governor Baker," Lesser states in the letter. "Together, we can combat this crisis with smart policy." In late May, the state Senate unanimously adopted a budget amendment filed by Senator Lesser aiming to curb prescription drug abuse and reduce the state's alarming rate of opioid overdose deaths. Specifically, the amendment reduces the length of time pharmacies must report to the state's Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP) from the current 7 days to 24 hours, as recommended by the Department of Public Health's Drug Control Program in a February 2015 report, to assist in faster identification of pharmacy shopping and more effective prevention of overdose deaths. Massachusetts State Police reported 217 suspected heroin overdose deaths during the first three months of 2015, a figure that doesn't include the state's three largest cities. In addition, the anti-overdose drug Narcan has saved hundreds of lives in cases of heroin overdose, but first responders across Massachusetts have noted that its price is skyrocketing with growing demand. To help municipalities purchase Narcan at a cheaper rate, Lesser filed a bill requiring a study of different bulk purchasing options the state could offer. The bill's framework was incorporated into the Senate's FY16 budget proposal, which creates a program for cities and towns to order the lifesaving overdose reversal drug at a discounted rate via statewide bulk-purchasing, and creates opportunities for similar programs for other drugs of public health concern. "The opioid crisis is destroying neighborhoods, families, and hundreds if not thousands of lives," Lesser said. "Gov. Baker and I agree that state government must act swiftly in cooperation with first responders on the ground to reverse its direction, and I believe these recommended actions will be of great help to those efforts." Tufts Health Plan Medicare Preferred Hosting Informational Meeting LUDLOW – Tufts Health Plan Medicare Preferred will conduct an informational meeting on June 16 at 6 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Express on 321 Center Street to review 2015 Medicare plan options, benefits and costs. The meeting provides individuals with the opportunity to learn about Medicare plans available through Tufts Health Plan, review enrollment periods and have questions answered by a knowledgeable Tufts Health Plan Medicare Preferred representative. The meeting is open to anyone looking to learn more about Medicare health plan options from Tufts Health Plan Medicare Preferred. For more than 20 years, Tufts Health Plan Medicare Preferred has served the Medicare population in Massachusetts by offering affordable plans, exceptional member service and highly coordi- nated care through close collaboration with providers. Tufts Health Plan Medicare Preferred HMO earned a 4.5 star rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) for 2015. Medicare evaluates plans based on a 5-Star rating system. Star Ratings are calculated each year and may change from one year to the next. Tufts Health Plan Medicare Preferred is an HMO plan with a Medicare contract. 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"This is the third year in a row that the House has fully COURTROOM CAREER from Page1 age 16, as quickly as she fell in love with law, she also quickly fell in love with him and ended up becoming pregnant. funded the Ludlow Mills Riverwalk,” Petrolati said. “It has always remained a key component of the revitalization program in bringing back economic vitality to a once thriving and integral part of Ludlow. I am pleased to see that the Senate has secured funding for the first time and will now be helpful in the budget conference." In the Senate, state Sen. Eric Lesser (DLongmeadow) also worked to secure funding for the Riverwalk, which was passed as an amendment to the FY16 Senate budget in the amount of $170,000. “The new Riverwalk will allow the people of Ludlow to reconnect with the Chicopee River, improve quality of life, and help spur redevelopment of the Ludlow Mills, creating more jobs and economic opportunity for Ludlow and the surrounding community,” Lesser said. But in the end, it wasn’t the life she wanted and looking into her son’s eyes, she knew it wasn’t what she needed. “I didn’t want to be another statistic,” she said. “And I wanted to be all that I could be for myself and my son. It wasn’t just my life to consider anymore. I had to consider Alex too. And, whether he knows it or not, he changed me: he made me have a new perspective and want to keep being better.” And though she admits it took her a lot longer to do, and it wasn’t the path she had originally thought she’d travel, she did it and she got there; little by little. In 2004 she graduated from Branford Hall Career Institute with a Paralegal Certificate. In 2007, she graduated from Sacred Heart University with her Associate's Degree. And then in 2009, she graduated from Sacred Heart University with a Bachelor’s in Business Administration. “I didn’t want to be another statistic,” she said. “It wasn’t easy. If someone had to study two or three hours for test, I had to study six.” Now, Rua, who has married her high school sweetheart, has not only Alex, but a 10-year-old daughter, Liliana, as well and lives in Connecticut. “You can excel with hard work. You don’t have to graduate at the top of your class to be somebody. If you want something, do it. Go for it. Don’t let anyone tell you otherwise. “ Melissa G. Rua Class of 2000 Ludlow High School TURLEY PUBLICATIONS SUBMITTED PHOTOS Melissa G. Rua, a graduate from the Ludlow High School Class of 2000, dons another graduation robe this past May having graduated from Law School. “Being a senior in high school was difficult. I really weighed my options out and I’m not going to lie, I did consider abortion, but in the end, I thought it was something far too selfish to go through with,” said Rua. “So, I went to high school pregnant and graduated two weeks before having my son, Alexandre.” And though she had a very supportive family, her peers and “friends” weren’t as on board with the decision. “I very quickly lost all of my friends,” she said. “I was the one sitting at lunch table all by myself.” By the time graduation came back in 2000, she was happy to have school over with. “It was hard, it got to the point where it was ridiculous. I went through an episode of depression and thank goodness my family was very wonderful,” she said. “It’s hard going to school at that age –going to prom, going to dances and there you are, pregnant and can’t do much. I was sad and hurt but I know now that things happen for a reason.” “Everything happens for a reason” After graduation, Rua hung up her cap and gown and donned a new role as “Mommy.” At the time, she couldn’t even consider thinking about the career she’d dreamt about. “I was so scared of the unknown,” she said. “I wasn’t happy and knew I wanted more for myself.” Instead, she thought she’d try out a different career –in cosmetology –and graduated from Springfield Technical Community College the following year. The final allocation will be determined in a budget conference committee and signed into law by Governor Baker this summer. This allocation will accompany $600,000 in private funding already secured for the project from MassDevelopment. In March, Rep. Petrolati and Sen. Lesser brought Jay Ash, the Massachusetts Secretary of Housing and Economic Development, on a tour of the Ludlow Mills complex and the site of the Riverwalk. The Riverwalk is part of a broader redevelopment of the Ludlow Mills, which includes construction of 75 modern affordable apartments for senior citizens, and opening up the area along the Chicopee River to the Ludlow Mills businesses and to residents of the community. Phase I of the project is expected to be completed by July. Giving credit to her supportive husband and her two children, Rua said that she knows now why, as cliché as it sounds, people say that everything happens for a reason. “I am very proud of myself and look back and things now and think ‘wow!’ Even getting accepted into law school was such a feat. I was the one carrying around a toddler at 18 while everyone else was at college and partying, but here I am. I did it,” she said. “My kids were there [at the graduation ceremony] and it makes me proud to show them that their mom did it.” In practicing family law and sharing her story with others, Rua hopes to offer up that motivation and inspiration to others A very special moment: Melissa Rua, a native of Ludlow, stands beside her son during her recent graduation day from law school. not to give up on their dreams. “You don’t have to fall into that slump or be another statistic. Things are what you make of it,” she said. “You can excel with hard work. You don’t have to graduate at the top of your class to be somebody. If you want something, do it. Go for it. Don’t let anyone tell you otherwise. “ No Ductwork? ... No Problem!! You can still S TAY C O O L i-Split with a Fujitsu Min d Air Conditioner an ! 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All unknown or alleged facts and quotations offered by the author need to cite credible, unbiased sources. Send letters to: The Register, 2341 Boston Road, Wilbraham, MA 01095, or email [email protected]. The deadline for submissions is Friday at noon. They’re out to get me I ’m not paranoid, but the amount of attacks that have been launched on me recently is taking place much too often to be considered coincidental; I think spiders are out to get me. But before you think I’m crazy, hear me out: As a photographer, it’s a must to get as near to my subjects as I possibly can. And though I have captured some detailed shots of creatures that may be deemed heinous-looking at best, I am ridiculously and slightly irrationally afraid of every single eightlegged air-breathing arthropod. A few months back at the last place I was living, I woke up in the morning with what appeared to be a small bug bite in the center of my cheek. At first, it was kind of small so I didn’t worry too much about it, but by the end of the day, it appeared as though I was carrying around a prenatal pimple ready to inflict embarrassment upon me. But it didn’t stop there. It grew and grew to about the size of a quarter – something that I couldn’t pretend was just a unique beauty mark. And I soon learned that it wasn’t a pimple, but rather a bite from my worst enemy. It had gotten me in my sleep, which in turn robbed me of any sleep further nights down the road. Where did it come from? Are there more? Are there spider babies in my face? All kinds of comforting thoughts ran through my head on a nightly basis each time I laid my head down to rest. And just as the growth I was wielding around with a wheelbarrow started to subside back into what looked like my face and I felt more comfortable walking around outside again, darkness struck again. Another of member of that freaky family leapt onto me, looking surely for skin to prey upon. I did what any normal two-legged, rational person would do if they had a creepy thing the size of an eraser top crawling on them: I threw up my arms and went screaming in circles. Though I escaped – narrowly, I might add – this wouldn’t be the last time I would have to perform an act of heroism to rid myself of such beasts. In fact, the raids would soon seem endless. The next attack would come a day later, when one was waiting for me atop my car, staring me down with all 300,000 of his leering eyes. Another came the next day, when a stepsibling was waiting for me around a corner of my building at work, slowly dropping down from the ceiling. A double-dose came later that evening as I was stepping out of the shower and a member of the clan reached for a towel at the same time I did. This is definitely not a coincidence anymore. The top of the assaults came yet the following day later. A distant cousin of the last monster took this completely unwarranted and unknown vendetta a step further and launched a small-scale invasion on my head and into my hair while I was driving, which went over particularly well on his part…I happened to be in the middle of a phone interview parked in my car when I felt that distinct tickling as it worked through my mane and again behaved as one might expect. I launched my phone across the passenger’s seat and threw open my door and went screaming down the side of the road. So at this point, I would just like to publicly apologize for whatever it is that I have done to the entire spider species and please ask that they consider mercy as I cannot take looking over my shoulder or going through another sleepless night. I’m sorry. I will never look at another spider web the same ever again. Community Newspapers Thrive! Letters to the Editor Thank you for remembering not to forget To the Editor: We read your Headlines & Heels column, titled, “Remembering by Not Forgetting,” in the May 27th edition of The Register and were very touched by your comments. Thank you for putting in words, the real meaning of Memorial Day. It seems as if many people forget why they have the day off and think it is to travel and have picnics. Only those of us who have been personally touched by the tragedy of war know why we honor our veterans and those who made the ultimate sacrifice of giving their lives, so we can have freedom, on this special day, in May, every year. When they changed the date from May 30 to the last Monday in May, it seems as if people forgot, the true meaning and now consider it a long weekend, and the start of summer. We did not spend the day shopping for Memorial Day sales. We spent the day honoring all veterans and especially those who gave their lives in wars, past and present. We attended the Ludlow Memorial Day parade, the Smith & Wesson Celebration of Heroes, paid a visit to the Agawam Veterans cemetery and attended another Memorial Day service in Ware, during that weekend. We are Sgt. Joshua Desforges's, great Aunt and Uncle and thank you for remembering him in your article. You would have liked Josh and even though you never met him, you realize how very special he was to everyone who knew him. You are a wonderful sister to your brother, Anthony, who has been there and now he has to live with those terrible memories of a cruel war. He needs the love of his family and friends, to try to return to living a normal life. There are so many wounded veterans from these long wars that we cannot forget to help in any way we can. We hope to meet you some day soon, perhaps at the Sgt. Josh Desforges Baseball game fund raiser or the next Sgt. Joshua Desforges Fitness Challenge next March. Thank you again, for your kind words in remembrance of Josh. 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If you are having difficulty with a press release or need help, please call Editor Emily Thurlow at (413) 682-0007. To send submissions by regular post, mail to: Emily Thurlow, Editor, The Register, 2341 Boston Road, Wilbraham, MA 01095. Eighth Grade Graduation Tummy Tangles I from her next-in-line friend. t happened in an era when young “Lots of people there.” girls wore ponytails, petticoats, and “Yup. But, you’ll do fine.” ballerina shoes, and young boys Silence. wore narrow ties, chinos and suede Whispers. shoes. In a town nestled in New “I feel sick.” England, an eighth grade graduation “What?” dawned on the horizon of a warm, Gurgle. sunny June day. After that ceremony, “It’s on your dress!” the exciting, yet intimidating high “It. It. It’s washable.” school years were only a summer away. “S-s-sorry.” As the students gathered to march By “It’s OK. There’s a water fountain.” in, the old Town Hall’s stairways and Joan E. B. Scurrying to the archaic “bubbler”, wooden floors creaked beneath white, Coombs they cold-water whisked her face. The low-heeled shoes, or polished loafers. One of the soon-to-be graduates stood in line in her shirtwaist dress front was also water swished newly made, full-skirted dress of soft, yellow knowing that the lightweight, yellow fabric would dry fast on that summer day. They tip toed back in organza. Nervous giggles and anxious whispers floated line. Relieved. All was well. It was a memorable eighth grade graduation in between each student as they stood waiting. The Principal, teachers, staff, parents, family and other ways too. Other tummy tangles ensued, but friends were inside the huge town hall. Most were were not as evident. Earlier in the school year, an English teacher submitted a poem by a certain stuseated in the slim, fold out, slated, dark oak chairs. One teacher would direct the long line of stu- dent. (Apparently accepted for publication.) dents inside. On the right side of the high-ceiling During that ceremony, the Jr. High School hall, vacant seats waited for each pupil to arrive Principal awarded that student, to her surprise, a copy of a New England States anthology of the and sit quietly before and during the ceremony. When it was the correct time, the students National High School Poetry Association of would make their way to each rowed seat with the “Young American Sings” in which her poem was echoes of their shuffles filling the hall’s silence, published. As commencements, graduations and celebraand chairs’ clatter echoing off the high, white, plastions approach, excitement reigns! (And nervous ter-designed ceiling. Meanwhile the students stood in long lines cir- tummy tangles churn.) Graduates, parents, staff cling from the second-story, center hall entrance and faculties are at a pressure-packed pace. Let’s encourage them and applaud all the efforts and down the long stairs to the front door. work that goes into the events--behind the scenes and up front center stage. Because one never “I’m scared,” she whispered. “You’ll be O.K.” Those reassuring words came knows how much gusto it takes to graduate. The Register is published every Wednesday by Turley Publications, Inc., 24 Water St., Palmer, Mass. 01069. Telephone (413) 283-8393, Fax (413) 289-1977. PATRICK H. TURLEY CEO KEITH TURLEY President DOUGLAS L. TURLEY Vice President EDITOR Emily Thurlow [email protected] ADVERTISING SALES Tracy Whitney [email protected] SPORTS EDITOR Dave Forbes [email protected] SOCIAL MEDIA @ The Ludlow Register WEB www.ludlowregisteronline.com www.turley.com Turley Publications, Inc. cannot assume liability for the loss of photographs or other materials submitted for publication. 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TURLEY PUBLICATIONS PHOTO BY EMILY THURLOW People Showing her true colors TURLEY PUBLICATIONS SUBMITTED PHOTO Ella Holbrook cheers on patriotism donning red, white and blue garb. You can find the Ludlow Register on facebook Log on today! from Page 1 able to identify the phone calls Weaver made to the schools and charged him with three different counts of false bomb threats, disturbing school while in session and armed robbery. And in taking it a step further, the department was able to find remnants of the fabric of the clothing and sunglasses that were used in the robbery that had been burned in Weaver’s previous Ludlow address on Waz Street. “He had tried to research how to not get caught if he committed such a crime, but clearly that didn’t pan out to well for him,” said Tulik. Through several tips and communication with even Weaver’s girlfriend, the department learned that it was his initial intention to rob the bank on Friday, but suddenly “didn’t feel right about it” and decided to commit the crime the following day by walking from his address at the time – on Waz Street, just around the corner from the bank – and then rob the bank. Register • Page 9 Indian Orchard What is it? Mystery photos ROBBERY The Tulik said that Weaver, who was set to be evicted on that Sunday, then went on a shopping spree with his girlfriend at the Eastfield Mall where they spent hundreds of dollars. “He definitely wasn’t shy about spending the money,” he said. In the meantime, the department was working to obtain phone records from the cell phone carriers –Verizon and Sprint – who insisted on charging the municipality up front to carry the investigation forward. “In order to get quick expeditious answers to get that break in the case we were looking for, we had to fork over money for answers,” he said. “It was really frustrating. We are a municipality and we are going to pay, but things could have been solved a lot quicker if we didn’t have to try to overcome that barrier.” Once that break was made, detectives interviewed bank employees who helped identify Weaver who was apprehended at La Hispaniola Grocery on Belmont Avenue. At the time of the arrest, Weaver who has a significant record of 29 other offenses ranging from motor vehicle offenses INDIAN ORCHARD – The Neighborhood Business Development Committee chaired by City Councilor Kateri Walsh announced its first Forum will be held in Indian Orchard at the Citizens Council on June 16. Springfield City Council President Michael Fenton announced the creation of the Ad Hoc City Council Committee earlier this year. The Committee consists of elected officials, residents and business representatives, with the mission of promoting and assisting neighborhood businessesFenton, during a press conference at City Hall, said the new Neighborhood Business Development Committee was suggested by Councilor Kateri Walsh and will be chaired by her. It was created "in the interest of re-engaging city government and city agencies with neighborhood business we're seeing a lot of large scale development," Fenton said, citing past and future projects including the casino. In the course of these developments, however, Fenton said he and Walsh and others want to ensure that "our small local business development continues to have healthy growth and that we can build synergy with some of these other developments we have seen to ensure that the entire Springfield business community is made successful." The committee includes some state legislators as legislative matters have a direct impact on business, she said. The members of the board are: state Rep. Jose Tosado (D-Springfield) represented by Ernesto Cruz, State Rep. Carlos Gonzalez (D-Springfield); former state Rep. Peter Lappin; Ayanna Crawford, president of AC Consulting; Calvin Babbie, of the Indian Orchard Citizens Council; Gennaro Daniele of Indian Orchard; Daniel Torres of Torres Insurance and Walsh. The Committee has also been assisted by Councilors Luna, Shea and Ward 8 Councilor Orlando Ramos. Other workshops will be announced in the North End and Forest Park sections of the Springfield in the fall. The June 16 event is free and open to all businesses operating in Springfield at the IOCC Building from 5:30 to 7p.m. The event will have a panel of qualified people who represent the SBA and the city of Springfield and will offer discussion on how one may apply for grant and business loans. It will also include a speaker that will talk about best business practices. Three local artists present work at Nash Gallery EASTHAMPTON – The Nash Gallery, 40 Cottage St. in Easthampton is presenting an exhibit of mixed media work by artists, Donna Beck, Katie Richardson and Beryl Salinger Schmitt entitled "HAVEN" from June 12 through July 11. An opening reception will be held on June 13 from 5 to 8 p.m. in conjunction with Art Walk Easthampton. The reception also coincides with the Cottage Street festival, "Cultural Chaos." The "HAVEN" exhibit will include paintings, sculpture and mixed media works that suggest place-making and space-making as a primal instinct. "Many species construct and interweave materials for the purpose of refuge and transformation," said Richardson, "for example, this can be seen in nature in the form of a nest, a cocoon or a shell." The three participating artists will interpret and recreate "havens" through manipulations of their specialized mediums. This program is supported in part by a grant from the Easthampton Cultural Council, a local agency, which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency. Donna Beck is a paper/mixed media artist and educator whose work evolves from handmade and surface-designed papers and pulp who has 230am Studio located at the Indian Orchard Mills. Inspired by art found in nature, her sculptures whisper of emotions, the life cycle, and the significance of home--the joy as well as the darkness. Katie Richardson is an artist and educator from Hadley whose work ranges from large sculpture to fine craft. She uses primarily glass and steel, highlighting the materials' transformative strength and fragility, to create abstract, organic sculptures inspired by nature, the body and ideas of home. Beryl Salinger Schmitt is a painter, textile artist, and art educator working across a spectrum of fine craft and art media. For her, the very first impulse to make a piece of art is color - saturated, vibrant and noisy, or harmonious, earthy and calm. She paints pictures of things that move her - the beautiful textile of a bird's nest, the fascinating co-housing of bivalves, or that moment when the light through the trees takes her to a memory of home. to drug charges, had $1,100 on his person and had possession of crack-cocaine and he refused to cooperate. “This is my first bank robbery since coming on to the detective bureau and I’m especially proud of the time and energy that has gone in to solving this case by our dedicated detectives,” he said. Weaver was held on $100,000 on cash bail since his arraignment. “Procedures have also since been put into place at the schools in how to manage incoming calls of a threatening nature,” said Tulik, explaining a method that calls are “trapped” so that police can be notified immediately. Although Weaver has been caught, he expects that additional charges are forthcoming. Success is neither magical nor mysterious. Success is the natural consequence of consistently applying basic fundamentals. – Jim Rohn Start with a consistent advertising strategy for your local business. The Reg ster Local news. Local stories. Local advertisers. F Vol 69 • No 16 • Wednesday, June 18 Your Ad Rep is Tracy Whitney 413-283-8393, x243 Page 10 • The Register • June 10, 2015 Schools Good to the last note Seniors take their final bow at spring concert By Christi Mills Ludlow Register Correspondent LUDLOW – The hallways were alive with the sound of music during Ludlow High School’s spring concert. A crowd of over 100 people attended the event, which marked the last performance by the LHS senior class band members. “Tonight is an exciting concert as it is the seniors’ final performance with the concert band,” said LHS Band Director Kevin McAvoy. “Tonight, we are doing music that challenges the band on every level. I am extremely proud of the work the students have put into this concert.” The LHS Jazz Band opened the concert by performing “Hot Sauce” by Howard Rowe, which was followed by “Count on Me” by Lennie Niehaus and “Super-Sized” by Larry Neeck. The Small Ensemble was next up to the stage and performed “Trio for flute, bassoon and basso continuo” by Frederick Wilhelm Zachow, which was followed by the Concert Band who performed “Second Suite in F” by Gustav Holst and highlights from “Frozen” (the Disney animated feature) arranged by Sean O'Loughlin. “Tonight means the world to me. Band changed me, changed my life, in a positive way,” senior William Thompson said. TURLEY PUBLICATIONS STAFF PHOTOS BY CHRISTI MILLS Ludlow High School Band Director Kevin McAvoy joins LHS seniors Emily Tarullo, David Annecchiarico, Jeff Babiec, Audra Smith, Ian Rouillard, Hayden Adams, and William Thompson prior to the senior's last musical performance. (Missing from the photo is Jeremy Ribeiro.) Attendees were then invited to purchase baked goods, brought in by LHS Band Booster Club members, and refreshments during the concert intermission. They were also encouraged to try their luck by purchasing a 50/50 raffle ticket. Proceeds generated during intermission will benefit band members. At the conclusion of intermission, the Concert Band performed “Concerto for Trombone and Band” by Nikolai Announce Your Bridal Recent Engagement or Wedding GUIDE WINTER 2015 Local C Weddings ouples Engagement s Plan Out Your Wed di IN THE FALL 2015 ISSUE OF THE Bridal Check list ng Distinct Ce & Western ntral Mass Wedd ing Specialis ts www.turley.c om WESTE MASSACHU RN SETT MOST COMP S’ LE BRIDAL RESO TE URCE Rimsky-Korsakov; “Air for Band” by Frank Erickson; “The Fairest of Fair” by John Philip Sousa; “Symphonic Suite from Band of Brothers” by Michael Kamen and “The Fives Prevail” by Richard L. 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LHS Advance Placement U.S. History and Government teacher Martin Fanning selected students Luis Fialho, a National Honor Society (NHS) and student council member and President of his class; Nate Quiterio, a NHS member and Leading Lions member; Brooke Dias, NHS president and Regional Student Advisory Council member; Lia Fialho, a NHS and student council member and Vice-President of her class; Sydney Leroux, a NHS and student council member and Jessica Sevigne, a Leading Lions and Interact member and the Jr. District Attorney of the Student Board to attend the intensive week-long program that immerses students in grass roots democracy. Luis Fialho shared he is looking forward to taking advantage of the leadership opportunities offered while Leroux is excited to participate in a new learning experience. Quiterio, who considers himself to be a shy person, believes attending the program will him to become more outgoing. Lia Fialho, whose older sister Alyssa participated in the program, looks forward to meeting new people and Sevigne looks forward to improving her leadership skills and gaining new experiences. “Attending this program will expand my knowledge on how our government works,” said Dias. “It is nice to know that each of us will have a voice and knowing through that voice, knowing we can make a difference.” Fanning inherited the role of LHS Boys/Girls State liaison upon the retirement of Lou Casagrande, former LHS Guidance TURLEY PUBLICATIONS STAFF PHOTO BY CHRISTI MILLS Ludlow Veterans Services Director Eric Segundo, Ludlow Frank W. Ackerman Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3236 Sr. Vice Commander Richard Askew, Ludlow American Legion Post 52 Commander Lou Casagrande and Ludlow High School U.S. History and Government teacher Martin Fanning are joined by (L-R, front) LHS Juniors Luis Fialho, Nate Quiterio, Brooke Dias, Lia Fialho, Sydney Leroux and Jessica Sevigne. The students will be attending the American Legion Boys State and American Legion Auxiliary Girls State programs June 13 through June 19. Director. Casagrande, who presently serves as commander of Ludlow American Legion Post 52, served as liaison for over 20 years. “I select the students based on their academic achievement – leadership qualities, character, community service participation, citizenship and sportsmanship. I also take into consideration recommendations made by fellow staff members and requests by the students themselves. Often, students hear about the program and express their interest in participating to me,” said Fanning. “LHS will be represented very well as the 'best of the best' have been chosen.” As program participants, the students will run for office, learn public speaking, create and enforce laws and actively participate in all phases of running a working government he said. Students will also participate in several mini courses and will hear from an impressive roster of guest speakers. In addition to that, students can participate in optional activities, such as intramural sporting com- STCC to offer free MCAS preparatory classes in July SPRINGFIELD – Springfield Technical Community College (STCC) in partnership with Future Works will once again offer free Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) preparatory classes to students from the class of 2003-2016 who did not pass the MCAS test in English, Math, or Biology. The "Pathways to Success" program is made possible by an $80,000 grant from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. "The program is for those who need academic remediation to pass the MCAS, obtain a high school diploma, and transi- tion to post-secondary education," said Sue Soffen, MCAS Coordinator at STCC. The next "Pathways to Success" session will begin Tuesday, July 14 and run through August 20. Classes will be held at STCC in the Adult Education Center (Building 27) from 4:30 to 7 p.m. All classes and curriculum materials are free for students enrolled in the "Pathways to Success" program. Those interested in enrolling in the program should visit the STCC Adult Education Center in Building 27 Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. For additional information call 413755-4300. petitions, writing and publishing a newspaper and becoming a member of the All State band; all of which are offered to add spirit and entertainment to the program. Fanning said that as part of the program, each of the estimated 800 plus participants will be assigned to a “city”, of which they become a “resident.” The entire group of cities constitutes a “state.” The citizens are assigned a political party and each party will develop their own platforms and campaign issues. The two political parties in each city meet separately to nominate their candidates for city offices, State senate, House of Representatives and elect delegates for their State conventions. Fanning, also a member of the Ludlow Education Association, expressed his gratitude to those who sponsored the students, adding that the cost of attending the program is $300 per student. Members of Ludlow Frank W. Ackerman Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 3236, Ludlow Education Association and Ludlow Democratic Committee each sponsored two of the six students. “I am grateful to Marty for taking over where I left off and I am thankful to the sponsors - their generosity allows the students to take advantage of this wonderful program which is hosted by the Massachusetts American Legion,” said Casagrande, who presently serves as Ludlow American Legion Post 52 Commander. “I am here today to congratulate the students and to encourage them to be involved with every activity offered to them.” Ludlow Democratic Committee President Jacob Oliveira, a 2003 Boys State alumnus, had only accolades for the program. Oliveira, who also serves as a member of the Ludlow School Committee, encourages the students to take full advantage of the opportunities the program provides. “It is a great program as it brings together civic-minded students from all over the state who will work together in learning first-hand how local and state government works. The program also provides the students the opportunity to develop and improve upon their leadership skills prior to the senior year,” said Oliveira. “It is an honor for the Ludlow Democratic committee to serve as a sponsor. We wish them the best of luck.” According to Casagrande, the American Legion Post 52 has recently experienced a decline in enrollment, so he is very thankful for the support shown by the sponsors over the past several years. “We are very fortunate to have the support of the Ludlow VFW Post. They were instrumental in keeping this program alive for our LHS students,” said Casagrande. “We are very grateful to them for their continued support and are very grateful to our other sponsors as well.” According to Ludlow VFW Post 3236 Sr. Vice Commander Richard Askew, Post members have served as program sponsors for close to 20 years and they plan to continue this tradition in the future. “We are strong supporters of youth programs and activities,” said Askew. “We wish them well as they participate in the program and we with them the best of luck with their future endeavors.” The Library Loft Schoolhouse Commons Historical Center • 1085 Park Street, Palmer SUNDAY BINGO LUDLOW ELKS 69 Chapin St., Ludlow 50/50 Elks • Jackpot PROGRESSIVE GAME DOORS OPEN 4 pm • Kitchen Opens 4:30 pm GAMES START AT 6:00 PM 589-1189 We are celebrating our 10th year at the Schoolhouse Commons. Thanks to our wonderful “friends,” volunteers and patrons, we will be open on Fridays beginning in September. Our New Hours Tues. 10am - 4pm • Wed. 10am - 4pm • Thurs. 10am - 4pm Fri. 10am-4pm • Sat. 10am - 4pm Hope to see you there Book donations will be accepted at the Palmer Public Library or the Library Loft during open hours. Please, no magazines or Reader's Digest Condensed Books. We accept books only in good, clean condition. For more information call 283-3330 ext. 100 Proceeds To Benefit the Palmer Public Library Page 12 • The Register • June 10, 2015 Ludlow students graduate from WMA CAMPUS NOTES Ludlow resident graduates from Saint Joseph's College STANDISH, Maine – Carlos Martins of Ludlow graduated from Saint Joseph's College of Maine with a Master of Health Administration. Saint Joseph's College is Maine's only Catholic college, providing a supportive, personalized, and career-focused education for more than 100 years. From its 474-acre campus on the shore of Sebago Lake, the College offers undergraduate degrees to on-campus students, and certificates, undergraduate, and advanced degrees for working adults through Saint Joseph's College Online. For more, visit sjcme.edu. Bohl Graduated from American International College 2015 TURLEY PUBLICATIONS PHOTO SUBMITTED The Wilbraham & Monson Academy Class of 2015 graduated Memorial Day weekend. WILBRAHAM – Wilbraham & Monson Academy graduated 127 seniors this past Memorial Day weekend, of which 98 percent will be attending college in the fall. SJB GRADUATION from Page 1 Garcia, Axas, Kervick, Rosa, Ratkiewicz and Sullivan recited the Universal Prayers. The Liturgy of the Eucharist was next up and Kalesnick, McGuinness, Langlitz, Baltazar, Cope, Rooney, Flanders, Burgess, Kennedy, RodriguesHudyka and Picard delivered the Gifts. The eighth grade class then presented Msgr. Gosselin with their gift; a $100 bill to be used however he wishes. The closing hymn was “One Spirit, One Church,” by Kevin Keil. Fiona O'Sullivan, a SJBS alumni and Ludlow High School tenth grader and SJBS sixth grader Sam Riley served as Altar Servers. SJBS Principal Shelly Rose took the podium to announce the award winners and each student was invited to the altar to receive their award. Awards i n c l u d e d A l t a r S e r v e r, P e r f e c t Attendance, Sisters of St. Anne S c h o l a r s h i p , To d d J a g o d o w s k i Scholarship, Chess Participation, Christian Va l u e s , Homeroom, Academic Achievement (Subject Area with A- or better), Personal Achievement, Academic Honors, Academic Excellence (High Honor Roll), President's (Excellence and Achievement), Pastor and Principal. Each student was called up individually to receive their diplomas, presented by Rose and eighth grade teacher Maureen Jagodowski. At the conclusion Among them were Ludlow students Alexandra X. Baltazar, Veronica N. Bernardo, Victoria M. Bernardo, Austin T. Fabbo, Morgan Rodriguez, Julian Santos, Molly Socha and Ashley Theriault. of the award/diploma ceremony, graduates and attendees were invited to attend a reception, held at the SJB Pastoral Center where they were treated to a delicious buffet dinner and assorted homemade desserts. “It is always sad to see the students leave as I care about them so much,” said Rose. “I have known most of the students since nursery school and it is wonderful to see how they have grown into such talented young men and women. I have many memories of this class and I wish them all the best in their future endeavors. I am very proud of each and every one of them.” Msgr. Gosselin expressed his congratulations to the graduating class as well. “It is always exciting to see our young people move on; guided by their faith and their commitment to develop their God-given talents,” said Gosselin. “I would like to thank them for their gift presented to me during Mass. I accept it with gratitude. Their gesture and thoughtfulness in giving back is commendable.” SJBS Development Director Gary Bourbeau thanked everyone who attended the graduation ceremony and reception and extended hope that the graduates have much success in their future. “Graduation is always very emotional,” said Bourbeau. “We welcome these graduated as now they become a SJBS alumni. I encourage them to continue the good works that they have done here at our school.” The Class of 2015 hailed from seven states including Florida, California and Alabama; and 14 countries including Turkey, Italy, China, South Korea and the Bahamas. SPRINGFIELD –Brett Bohl of Ludlow recently graduated from the American International College. There, he also received the 2015 Department of Criminal Justice Award for Outstanding Performance and Overall Participation in the field of Criminal Justice. Bohl was also a member of the AIC Baseball Team, two-year starter and Captain in 2015. TURLEY PUBLICATIONS STAFF PHOTOS BY CHRISTI MILLS (L-R) St. John the Baptist School's (SJBS) eighth grade graduating class Meaghan McGuinness, Christopher Langlitz, Matthew Picard, Jeremy Garcia, Dominick Ratkiewicz, Alexa Sullivan, Matthew Nogueira, (L-R, middle) Sadie Goncalves, Kathleen Rooney, Elizabeth Burgess, Aaron Flanders, Moira O'Sullivan, John Kennedy, Savannah Gay, (L-R, front) Angela Rodriguez-Hudyka, Ania Axas, Maria Baltazar, Stephanie Rosa, Audrianna Cope, Teagan Quill, Nicholas Kalesnik and Benjamin Kervick gather together for the last time. St. John the Baptist School (SJBS) Principal Shelly Rose joins SJBS eighth grade teachers Maureen Jagodowski, Wendy Willis and Donna Nogueira during the reception. www.ludlowregisteronline.com People of All Ages Read Newpapers In a typical week twothirds of young adults age 18-34 read newspapers in print or online. Especially given the fragmentation of other media, newspaper advertising is the best way for advertisers to reach a critical mass of young people in a market. June 10, 2015 • The Register • Page 13 Saluting Our Graduates Ludlow High Class of 2015 Cynthia Janell Acevedo Hayden Charles Adams ∞*Breauna Anastazia Allore Jordany Almonte Emily Rose Alves Emily Grace Alves Aniceto *David Sabino Annecchiarico Jeffrey Matthew Babiec Sonia Carina Baltazar Elizabeth Jude Barrett ∞*Halit Bayrak Adam A. Bernardo ∞*McKenzie Elizabeth Bingham Austin Joseph Blair Josue R. Bournigal Oliwia Bragiel *Zoe Autumn Bryan-Nelson Nolan James Buck *Anthony Michael Calvanese Alexis D. Casagranda Angela Marie Catarino Mary L. Chambers Christopher Joseph Charest ∞*Olivia Rose Chartrand Kendall M. Chase Nicklaus Daniel Chisholm Batuhan Citlak *Matthew J. Connors ∞*Nicholas Elijah Cordeiro Leniah Marie Correa ∞*Shayla Martins Costa *Nicholas Joseph Crane Abilio Marques DaCruz Daniel Jan Dach Desirae M. Darmand *Alexander M. Davies Jill Elizabeth Decoteau Bradley DeJesus ∞*Brittany Sara Dias ∞*Jacqueline Suzanne Dias ∞*Meagan Lee Dias Tyler Anthony Diotalevi Kyle DiPenta Nicholas Luis DoCarmo ∞*Connor Patrick Doherty Nicholas James Dos Santos Ryan Joseph Dowd Zackary Douglas Dowling Jensen Taylor Ducharme Nathan Michael Dunn Connor James Duquette ∞*Summer Rose Dutton *Eponine Amber Dzierwinski Athena Martha Eugenio Ryan John Felton-Hoynoski Mark Santos Fernandes Lauren Elizabeth Ferreira Stephanie Rose Ferreira Joseph M. Ferrera Mia N. Ferrera Jordan P. Ferris Brianna Carmela Fitzpatrick Alex Fontaine Jennifer Rose Fontoura ∞*Rachel Jeanne Forcier ∞*Joseph Anthony Forzano Danielle Barbosa Francisco ∞*Jacob Jeffrey Francisco Julie Francisco Nathan T. Francisco ∞*Zacharry Frangules Rosita T. Freeman ∞*Victoria Lee Freniere ∞*Connor Michael Frigon *Nico Angelo Gallo Adam Joseph Garete Brad Thomas Garete *Nicholas T. Garrity Danielle Elizabeth Gelinas Daniel Joseph Gil Luis Manuel Gervaz Gomes David Andrew Goncalves Michael Luis Goncalves Megan Elizabeth Gregoire ∞*Alyssa Marie Guyon Sarah Irene Hackett Matthew J. Halastra *Austin William Harris Dillon Thomas Harris Zachary Brian Tyler Hatcher Alexandrea Alexis Hayward Andrue Tyler-Scott Holbrook ∞*Jessica Marie Holley Jackson Hosking Cameron Andrew Hurley Daniel Luis Jalowski Bailey Marie Jones ∞*Kelsey Lillian Jordan Travaughn R. Josey Joshua King Justiniano Michael J. Kelly *Kyle David Kipetz Diamond N. Kitt Kamil Piotr Lachut Tristan J. Lage Daniel J. Lavigne ∞*Alexis Barbara Lavoie ∞*Brett William Layman Brianna Kaitlyn Lefebvre Alyssa Lelievre Grace Elizabeth Lemek Robert L. Libiszewski Chelsea Jade Lindblad Samantha Jean Lizzotte Alyssa Louise Lucas Bruno Lagoa Machado ∞*Amy N. Martin Meghan Holley Martowski Kelly J. May ∞*Monica Emily Mazur Steven K. Mazza *Kierra Elaine McCarthy ∞*Meagan Ann McCarthy Meghan Veronica McCarthy Emily Ann McGourty Marie-Nicole Simone Meak Alexis Christine Melling ∞*Hafsa Mohamud Mire Erika Rae Mitchell Austin Riley Moniz Tyler S. Montgomery Zachary Timothy Morawiec Raymond Paul Morin ∞*Jordan Elizabeth Murray Alexis-Marie Nunes Kevin W. Nyzio Mairéad Christine O'Sullivan Christina Marilyn Oatway ∞*Bryan G. Ovelheiro ∞*Muhammet Ozdemir Brian Jorge Pacheco *Molly Phyllis Palatino ∞*Kailah McKinzie Papuga Collin M. Paradis Cheyenne M. Patrie Joshua B. Paulino Joshua Tyler Paulo Joseph J. Peluso Michael A. Pepin Gabriel R. Pereira *Veronica Rose Pereira ∞*Noelle Allison Picard Michael Pierson ∞*Michael B. Pires *Sonia Costa Portela Kyle David Puzzo ∞*Madellin Rose Quiterio Monique Branco Rego Andrew Jesus Reyes Jeremy D. Ribeiro Maxwell Ritter William Albert Roberts Anthony G. Rodrigues Ian Michael Rouillard Christopher Lee Ruby Michael D. Ruby *Jessica Sousa Sanches Olivia Trindade Santos Vanessa F. Santos ∞*Emily Rose Sevigne Emily Natalia Shyloski Brian Martins Silva Kevin Patrick Simonds ∞*Elizabeth Kate Skaza ∞*Audra LeeAnn Smith *Brian Alexander Snyder Devon Grace Snyder Tyler Spedero *Nicholas J. St. Pierre Kevin M. Stec *Kathryn Emily Szmyt Alyssa Marie Szymczyk Arianna Lynn Tarantino Emily Jean Tarullo Jack Martin Tashjian William B. Thompson Katie E. Tucker Zoe Edwina Vital Paige F. Wainwright Nicholas Vladislav Walczak Diana Anette Wegiel Alexis Marianne Williams Victoria Amy Willis Yavuz Selim Yanbul ∞ National Honor Society * Pro Merito Superintendent of Schools Address Todd Gazda, Superintendent Ludlow Public Schools “ Andrew Reyes and his fathers were beaming from ear to ear following the graduation ceremony. The Ferrera twins – Joseph and Mia – shared their special day with family by their side. TURLEY PUBLICATIONS STAFF PHOTOS BY EMILY THURLOW Members of the School Committee, administrators, faculty, families, friends and most importantly members of the Class of 2015: Today is not an end or a beginning. It is merely a transition from one phase of your life to the next. I hate to be the one to break it to you, but at the conclusion of today’s ceremony you will not feel appreciable different then you do right now. You will be excited and proud and maybe a tad relieved, but you will still be inherently the same person that you were before you walked across this stage and received your diploma. That is not to take away from this momentous accomplishment. You’ve worked hard to complete your high school education and you should be proud of that accomplishment. However, it is where you go from here that, in the end, will truly define you as a person. Throughout your educational career your teachers sought not just to educate you in the content of their courses, but they also worked, along with your parents and community, to help you develop a strong character and moral compass. As you go through life, people will try to manipulate and change you to fit their needs or desires. Strong individuals are able to resist those pressures and stay true to their beliefs and values. At the end of the day, what matters most is can you look at yourself in the mirror and be proud of the person that looks back? If not, the power to change is in your hands alone. Theodore Roosevelt once stated: “I care not what others think of what I do, but I care very much about what I think of what I do! That is character!” It is hard not to care about what others think of you. As human beings, we crave acceptance. The trick is not to stop caring, but rather to not let those feelings dictate or change our actions when we know them to be right. From tonight, your paths will diverge. You will never again be together as a class. As individuals you will make your way, find your path and determine your future. Some may achieve great things, change the world, and make life better for thousands of people. But remember, a good life, well lived, is its own reward. In the end we find the life that fits. Be open to opportunities that present themselves and have the courage to take a risk to achieve your dreams. Always remember, as Benjamin Franklin once said, “The U. S. Constitution doesn't guarantee happiness, only the pursuit of it. You have to catch up with it yourself.” Congratulations once again on your accomplishment. I wish you all the best as you leave here to pursue your dreams. ” Page 14 • The Register • June 10, 2015 Class President’s Address “ Good evening my fellow graduates, as well as our friends and family who have joined us tonight for such a celebration. As I have been graciously introduced, my name is Chelsea Lindblad and I am the Senior Class President for the Class of 2015 – or as some may say, “Best to Arrive, Class of 1-5”. I couldn’t agree more with that statement. I’ve been privileged to have a hand in this class’s student government for 5 years now, and in doing so, I’ve really gotten to know the people that I’ve helped lead. As a leader, it’s mandatory for me to know everyone’s name and face, but I’ve been lucky enough to go beyond such a simplistic formality and have really gotten to know my fellow classmates for who they truly are. And because of this, I have the utmost confidence when I say that each individual, because that’s who we are - individuals, will have an ultimately successful life from this day forward. We’ve got some of the best workers, and scholars, and athletes, and just overall people within this graduating class, and I’m so proud of that. Some students attend high school for 4 years and they can’t stand who they’re surrounded by, but I don’t think anyone in our class can say that about the group of us as a whole definitively. We’ve got some very amazing graduates in this room tonight who have done great things, overcome obstacles, and never let anything stop them from getting onto this stage tonight. That is something extraordinary. That is simply the type of class we are. We’ve been guinea pigs for certain things in the education system and have done very well with those, while on other occasions we’ve broken records. I think at the very least, we as graduates today have never really heard a bad word about us come from a teacher; it’s been great things. If that isn’t even a small validation of how exceptional we are as a class, I don’t know what is. I’ve had such a pleasure taking on the responsibility of leading our class this year, and being one of the many people who has assisted our class in having a fun high school career. Of course, not everything has worked out the way we wanted it to. A canceled field trip, or TURLEY PUBLICATIONS STAFF PHOTO BY EMILY THURLOW President of the Class of 2015, Chelsea Lindblad addresses her parents, friends, family and peers. late busses, or a smaller prom venue … Not everything was perfect, but I don’t think I would have done anything differently, and I think my fellow officers could say the same - to an extent, of course. It’s been a great senior year, and an even better senior week. I’m very sad to see it come to an end. I’m going to miss all of you very much. Now this is where I really just have a few things I know I would regret if I didn’t say to my class. I’ve learned a lot over my 18 years, and if there’s one thing I would want to say to hopefully make this seem memorable it is this: aim for what you want, and take it. Never let an outside force - whether that be a person, or a circumstance, or an influence - stop you from getting wherever it is you want to go or from being whoever it is you want to be. You may not be certain of what your goals are yet, and that’s okay, but you are the only person who can achieve your goals, no one else can. Never let someone make you feel like you can’t do what you most certainly can. On the other hand, don’t talk yourself out of what you want. You may come to the conclusion that you can’t do something or that you can’t be someone because you’ve talked yourself out of it, but you can, and you can stop yourself from being your own worst enemy too. We can gain strength from other places, but strength will always come from within, and that’s one of our greatest weapons. Even when we feel lost or hopeless, we have to be greater than what we suffer and our own resilience and even the strength we gain from others will always be there to pick us back up when we need it. I know, personally, that if I allowed everything that’s happened to me to create doubt in my mind or doubt in my abilities, I wouldn’t be here today. I definitely wouldn’t be this class’s president, and I’d always regret that. There’s only a handful of things worse than living with regret, and that’s something I would never wish upon any of us. It’s never too late to fight for what you want, no matter how impossible it may seem. You can honestly do anything you set your mind to, and you shouldn’t let anything stop you. We can always find the light within the dark, even when that seems impossible. That’s the best piece of advice I could ever give sometime. So live happily, and without regrets, and surrounded by the people who make you better and those who you make better, because life is short. And the rest of our lives start today, so we have to make ours count for something. Here’s to making it count. Thank you, Class of 2015, and to everyone who’s helped get us here. It’s been a great run. ” Congratulations Helping People Smile Since 1983! Congratulations Graduates from Baystate Dental! We hope your futures are as bright as your smiles! 77 Winsor Street, Suite 201, Ludlow, MA • 413-589-0083 www.baystate-dental.com Anna Paula Meghan So very proud of the wonderful young lady your are! God bless your bright future ahead. Wishing you much happiness as you set out to accomplish your dreams! Love you always, Mom & Rob Congratulations Meagan You are a graduate now. We are proud parents. Mom & Dad Your graduation marks the culmination of all the hard work you have put through your life as a student. May your graduation be the beginning of many more wonderful achievements in your life. You have made us proud. Congratulations on receiving a Master of Physician Assistant Studies! Congratulations Jackson Hosking You have come so far and accomplished so much! We are so proud of you! Love, Dad, Mom and Peyton LHS GRADUATES from Page 1 ing a structure and named it in honor of him. The Ludlow High School Class of 1993 was the first high school to hold their graduation at the William D. Mullins Memorial Center. During the ceremony, attendees heard from the concert choir and band that left a sentimental hush over the crowd, as it was the senior members last performance together. Nemeth also offered up special recognition to the current members of the audience that are serving in military as well as those who had already given their time and the students on stage who would soon be entering into a career in the military. After hearing speeches from the Class President Chelsea Lindblad, Valedictorian Emily Sevigne, Principal Lisa Nemeth, Superintendent of Ludlow Public Schools Dr. Todd Gazda and School Committee Chairman Chad Mullin, it was time to ceremoniously transition the tassels to the opposite side. And just after Lindblad gave a joyful cheer, arms were extended and one senior even stood to let out one last roar with lion pride, which the entire class joined in on. June 10, 2015 • Valedictorian: Emily Sevigne GPA: 4.5705 Extracurricular Activities: Student Council, the Leading Lions Club, NHS her junior and senior year, President of the Interact Club [her senior year], has served on Western Mass Student Advisory Council, a representative to the State Student Advisory Council, the co-chair for the Hampden County District Attorney’s Youth Advisory Board, three years on the teen board for the Ronald McDonald House and Class Treasurer Part-time work: Junior Zookeeper at Lupa Zoo Schools applied/accepted to: Wesleyan University, Brandeis University, Union College, University of Vermont Honors College, Emmanuel College and Boston TURLEY PUBLICATIONS STAFF PHOTO BY EMILY THURLOW College This year’s Valedictorian honor went to Emily Sevigne, who was celebrated by her family School of Choice: Boston College on stage at graduation. Intended Major: Psychology with a concentration of a Pre-Med track and a This leads us to Michael Pires’ thought life that counts” and it’s so very true. We future career as a doctor of neuroscience. would not be sitting here today without the provoking quote: “When you leave here don’t love, support, and guidance from our fami- forget why you came." After running over Family, friends, teachers, administration, lies, the ones who provide use with uncondi- this in my head a couple times in my head, I and of course, Ludlow High school’s class of tional love, our friends the ones who laugh was perplexed, I even considered Steph 2015: and cry with us through the good and the bad, Ferreira’s and Kendall Chase’s quote: “The I stand here, honored, to be representing and our teachers, from the ones who taught us only reason I went to school all this time my class. The best way to speak on behalf of the abs’s to the ones who put up with our was to distract myself from the fact that I’ll my class isn’t by quoting Ben Franklin or senioritis, and believe me, the struggle is real. never be beyonce”. But once I ruled that Thomas Jefferson, but by using the unique Batuhan Citlak’s quote rings true when it out, I was able to reach an epiphany; we all and personal quotes chosen by my peers and tells us: “learning is a gift, even when pain is came here to learn from those tough teachfound in our yearbook. your teacher”. Although we may not have ers. Those teachers that have not only I would like to begin with the quote cho- enjoyed the pain that the toughest of teachers taught us about the Mongolian Empire, or sen by Alexis Melling, “I’ve learned it’s not put us through at that time, they are the ones that the quadratic formula is -b plus or what I have in my life, but who I have in my from which we have learned the most. minus the square root of something over “ The Register • Page 15 something but they have taught us about life itself. By sitting here on this stage, it is safe to say that at one point or another because of those teachers, our families, and our friends, we have all demonstrated resilience, the ability to cope with stress and adversity; acquired diligence, the persistence to get the job done; and gained courage, the strength to pursue our passions. This is why we came. Now, we must go. And as we go, we push forward with these ambitious values echoing in our heads. Arianna Tarantino believes “all our dreams can come true if we have the courage to pursue them” Diana Weigel’s states “All that we are is the result of what we have thought. The mind is everything. What we think we become.” Jessica Sanches’ tells us “the question isn’t who is going to let me, it’s who is going to stop me” and Monique Rego’s asserts “nothing is impossible, as the word itself says, I'm possible!” All of these are such very wise words. But all, much easier said than done. Life isn’t a smooth journey to the top, we will inevitably stumble over bumps, hit walls, and get lost in the haze, but Veronica Pereira chose to share with us that “you have to fight through the bad days to earn the best days of your life.” I’m sure we’ve all had countless bad days leading up to today – like back to back AP English and AP Physics tests – but we were will never be deterred. We may be leaving high school with the idea of fewer, less frequent tests, but we must not forget that life itself is a test. Our character, our values, and our opinions will all be put to the test. But this is not like Please see VALEDICTORIAN, Page 21 Salutatory Address Salutatorian: “ Good Evening. I would like to start off by thanking everyone who has had an impact on my life throughout high school – coaches, teachers, family, friends, and most importantly, Mom and Dad. So I received the news that I was the Salutatorian, and I thought great, that’s just a fancy way of saying First Place Loser. And I even got to do one last homework assignment over the weekend. But really, I’m honored to be up here speaking before you tonight. I’d like to start off with a famous quote of Gandalf the Grey, my favorite character, as some of you know, from the Lord of the Rings Trilogy: “All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given to us.” So far, we have spent most of our time at Ludlow High School doing what others have decided we should do [as defined by] our parents, teachers, counselors, and coaches. That is all about to change as we move into the next chapter of our lives. Now we will be making many more choices on our own. College classes, majors, career paths, relationships, and more. We have reached the age of independence and our choices will decide our futures. I think that the biggest question that hangs over our heads as we leave high Zacharry Frangules GPA: 4.4755 Extracurricular Activities: National Honor Society, the Leading Lions, As School Match Wits, President of the Ping Pong club, a peer tutor in Math and Chemistry, Soccer, Basketball and baseball and was a tri-captain of the LHS baseball team his senior year. Part-time work: Roxo’s Construction Schools applied/accepted to: Northeastern University, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Renselear Polytechnic Institute and UMASS Amherst. School of choice: UMASS Amherst Intended Major: Engineering TURLEY PUBLICATIONS STAFF PHOTO BY EMILY THURLOW school is whether or not we will be successful. Can we live up to everyone's expectations and fulfill our own dreams? Remember, success is not about how you look, it’s about how you see yourself, (even though everybody tells me I look like a hobo gym teacher.) Its not about the car you drive, it’s about the places you're going, (unless you're whipping a Lamborghini). It’s not about who you know, it's about who you are. As you start to take This year’s Salutatorian honor went to Zacharry Frangules, who was celebrated by his parents Spike and Nadine Frangules on stage at graduation. full control of your futures, whether or not you succeed is completely up to you. In the words of Jordan Belfort, the Wolf of Wall Street “The only thing standing between you and your goal is the BS story you keep telling yourself as to why you can’t achieve it.” Our lives are on the edge of change. We are the masters of our own universe. We OF WILBRAHAM have to make more smart choices if we’re going to reach our goals and achieve our dreams. Think twice and decide once. Anything in life worth doing is worth overdoing. Moderation is for cowards. 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Eighty-seven percent of the seniors are continuing their education at a four-year college, two-year college or technical school, while nine students are entering the military and 8 percent are entering the workforce. There are over 85 colleges the seniors were accepted at and there are approximately 38 different colleges they are attending. I’m proud to mention some of the colleges our seniors were accepted at and/or are attending. Another testament to the success of the Class of 2015 is at class night where 42 scholarships were awarded to individuals in the class, totaling over 100,000 dollars. Athletically this year, many seniors achieved personal bests in their sports. Mike Goncalves and Tyler Diotalevi were named to ALL state in soccer and Mike Goncalves was also selected to the All New England team along with being a Super 7. This past winter, Kyle Puzzo attended the Boys State Skiing Championship for Alpine skiing. Alyssa Guyon became the school’s all time leading scorer in basketball with 1576 points, was nominated to the Super 7 team and was the MVP of the Senior All Star games. She was also the Western MA Div 1 Champion in Shot put, discus and Javelin and the Div 1 Central/West Champion in the Shot put and discus. Good luck this weekend to Alyssa in the State Championships. Off the courts and fields, many of our students excelled in and out the classroom with what I call extracurricular accomplishments. Megan Dias, Jordan Murray, Emily Sevigne, Joe Forzano, Bradley DeJesus and Audra Smith helped LHS win second place at the Chemistry Olympiad held at UMASS Amherst. Bryan Ovelheiro was the top scorer on our math team for LHS at the Worcester Polytechnic Institute Invitational. Alyssa Lucas was a semi-finalist competitor in the Lions Youth Public Speaking Competition on “What is Respect.” Emily Alves participated in the Quabbin Valley Regional Music Festival this year which is solely based upon choral recommendations. Lastly, Hayden Adams successfully auditioned for and participated in the Western Mass District Music Festival all four years at LHS, All State music festival for three years and even went on to participate in the National Association for Music Education's very selective All Eastern music festival and All National music festival! He also participated in the Springfield Youth Symphony Orchestra, UMass Lowell Youth Wind Ensemble and the New England Conservatory Preparatory School Trombone Choir. When it came time to rally together as a class, it was obvious that Class of 2015 had what it takes to win class competitions. They left the underclassmen looking like clowns in a circus act when they won “Deck the Halls,” numerous dress-up days during spirit and pride week, and ultimately won the Battle of the Classes. All these accomplishments would not Please see PRINCIPAL’S ADDRESS, Page 21 Dias, Francisco receive MMWEC scholarship awards LUDLOW – The Massachusetts Municipal Wholesale Electric Company (MMWEC) has awarded $1,000 scholarships to Ludlow High School (LHS) Class of 2015 graduates Jacqueline Dias and Jacob Francisco. MMWEC annually awards two $1,000 scholarships to LHS graduates pursuing a college education in engineering, environmental sciences, finance or accounting. Francisco will study electrical engineering at the University of Massachusetts-Amherst. A soccer player and captain of the varsity track and field team, Francisco has received numerous awards and recognitions. They include National Honor Society for three years, Massachusetts Boys’ State Candidate, and General Billy Mitchell Award and Wright Brothers Award from the Civil Air Patrol. He is a member of the French Club, Vice President of his class, and a member of the Student Government/Council. Dias plans to study environmental science at the University of Massachusetts-Amherst. A nine-year honor roll student, Dias is a member of the National Honor Society and a John & Abigail Adams Scholarship winner. She plays soccer and runs track, and is a member of the Portuguese Club. “These students represent what the MMWEC scholarship is all about,” said MMWEC Chief Executive Officer Ron DeCurzio. “They are exemplary students, athletes and leaders, and we wish them success in college and beyond,” he said. As part of its commitment to the Ludlow community, MMWEC has awarded $34,000 in scholarships to help LHS students defray the cost of higher education since the inception of the scholarship program in 1998. MMWEC is a non-profit, public corporation that provides a variety of electric power supply, financial, risk management and other services to the Commonwealth’s consumerowned municipal utilities. MMWEC is the operator and principal owner of the Stony Brook power plant on Moody Street and has been a corporate resident of Ludlow for nearly 40 years. Choose the experience that’s right for you. Congrats Grads! Michael, Luis & David wishing you great adventures, much success and many blessings x3!! Love, Your Family FINAL TRYOUTS! 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Call The Birthing Center at (413) 534-2700 to take a tour. 65 Post Office Park, Wilbraham, MA • For details please call (508) 801-2351 HolyokeHealth.com June 10, 2015 • Graduation Awards Ludlow Education Association Award Number 1 Ranking Student Emily Sevigne George E. Russell Award Excellence in the Study of Literature Hafsa Mire Congratulations Joe Forzano Register • Page 17 Congratulations! We are so proud of you and all of your accomplishments. We ALL love you so much! We’re so proud of your achievements and excited for what lies ahead for you at Colby. Paulo Zina Foreign Language Award Excellence in the Study of Language Anthony Calvanese The Love, Mom, Dad, Jordan, Jared, Richie, Jeffrey, and family Go Owls! Hoot! Hoot! Love, Mom, Dad and Nick John J. Hurley Award Excellence in the Study of Social Studies Emily Sevigne Paul R. Baird – US History Excellence in the Study of United States History Muhammet Ozdemir Congratulations Noelle William D. Mullins Student Government Award Leadership and Service to Ludlow High School Elizabeth Skaza We’re so proud of you! American Legion Award School Citizenship Award Ian Rouillard Bernard Burns Art Award Excellence in the Study of Art Monica Mazur John Philip Sousa Band Award Excellence in the Study of Instrumental Music Hayden Adams James P. Rooney Award for Excellence in Boys’Athletics Who Best Exemplifies the Combination of Athletics, Academics and Good Sportsmanship Zacharry Frangules Congratulations to All Our Graduates of Peter Boita Award Excellence in the Study of Mathematics Bryan Ovelheiro From Ludlow High School Cluett’s Francis R. Duclos Achievement Award Excellence in the Study of Science Emily Sevigne Florence M. Saulnier Award Excellence in the Study of English Emily Sevigne Furniture & Appliance Center 433 Center St., Ludlow 413-610-1374 Alexis Barbara Lavoie graduated from Ludlow High School Pro Merito and National Honor Society. Congratulations! With love from Babci & Dziadziu Bolek, Mom & Dad (Aaron & Kellie Lavoie), Uncle Joe & Cioci Nicole Chartier, Cioci Viktoria, Uncle Chris and the rest of your family. Victoria! Love you Mom, Dad, Gabby and Aaron Gregory Wrinn Award Excellence in the Study of Choral Music, Music History and Music Theory Emily Alves Ludlow High School Award for Excellence in Girls’Athletics Who Best Exemplifies the Combination of Athletics, Academics and Good Sportsmanship Alyssa Guyon Congratulations Congratulations McKenzie We are proud of your accomplishments, both academically and in sports. Wonderful memories and even better things to come! Love, Mom, Dennis, Ethan, Gigi, Ki, Abby & Ed Congratulations Alexis! Holyoke Catholic Class of 2015 Salutatorian We Love You Mom, Dad and Sydney We are so proud of you! Love Mom & Caleigh “Stay Strong Alexis!” Adam A. Bernardo Congratulations Graduate! “Whew” Love Your Family Congratulations ZACKARY You came a long way Baby! 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Route 21 Mass Tpke Exit 7 LUDLOW • 589-7071 • www.randallsfarm.net OPEN MON.-SAT. 7AM-9PM SUN. 7AM-8PM Find us on Facebook and YouTube By Christi Mills Ludlow Register Correspondent LUDLOW – Ludlow High School’s 2015 graduating class, a total of 195 students, gathered together with an estimated crowd of 700 people, comprised of family members and friends, in the school auditorium to participate in the school’s long-standing tradition - Class Night. Students entered the auditorium to the Processional, Handel from “Water Music.” Immediately following the Processional, the LHS Concert Choir led by Dan Henry performed our National Anthem “The Star Spangled Banner”. After LHS Assistant Principal Nancy Kurty individually introduced the students to those gathered, Salutatorian Zacharry Frangules took the podium to address attendees and congratulate the students. He thanked both the faculty and administration, on behalf of the class for their continued support and commitment to their education. Frangules, who will be attending UMASS for Engineering, addressed the graduates, “I'd like to start off with a famous quote of Gandalf the Grey, my favorite character, as some of you know, from the Lord of the Rings trilogy, “All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given to us.” Kurty then shared with the crowd her pride in presenting the “President’s Award for Educational Excellence” to 55 students. To be eligible for the award, students must maintain a 90 plus grade average for all four years of high school in addition to meeting other criteria. Kurty, Assistant Principal Mike Halpin and National Honor Society (NHS) Advisers Brandi Stratton and Shannon Ramah then called to the stage 38 students who earned inclusion into the National Honor Society and presented them with a National Honor Society tassel that was placed alongside their LHS tassel. Next, students achieving the ranking of High Honors were TURLEY PUBLICATIONS SUBMITTED PHOTO Ludlow High School seniors Kierra McCarthy, Joe Forzano, Emily Sevigne, Betsy Barrett, Cheyenne Petrie, Jordan Murray, Stephanie Ferreira, Rachel Forcier, Meagan Dias And Breauna Allore get classy in their gowns for Class Night. called to to the stage. Both the National Honor Society and the High Honor students were presented with a High Honor cord that was draped around their neck. Following that presentation, close to 30 presenters awarding close to $250,000 worth of scholarships and awards to the graduating students. Many of the scholarships and awards have been presented to the students in past years and there was also scholarships presented for the first time. The Ludlow Lions Club's James & Mary O’Neil $20,000 Scholarship was presented to Jacob Francisco. The recipient must enroll as a UMASS to meet the scholarship criteria. The Sgt. Joshua D. Desforges Scholarship Award Committee members presented 10 graduating students each with a $1000 scholarship. The scholarships were presented by Joshua’s mother Arlene and his sister Jenelle. “With the endless help and support of our community and beyond, our family is able to award a total of $10,000 to some of our graduating seniors to help them pursue their passion in life,” said Arlene Desforges. “It is hard to believe these students were only in the seventh grade when we lost Josh. Thank you Jenelle for being able to deliver a perfect introduction to awarding these scholarships.” Following the presentation of awards and scholarships, Kurty complimented Frangules on his speech and shared that Please see CLASS NIGHT, Page 21 June 10, 2015 • The Register • Page 19 Announcing the 2015 Class Night award/scholarship recipients… had the biggest impact upon them) Joe Forzano, Rachel Forcier, and David Annecchiarico Ludlow School Committee Scholarship Alfred Lariviere Scholarship Elizabeth Skaza and Emily Sevigine Ludlow Lions Club James & Mary O’Neil Scholarship Jacob Francisco Ludlow Special Police Scholarship Meagan Dias and Emily Sevigine Ludlow Lions Club S. Louis Marceau Scholarship Athena Eugenio Ludlow Rotary Club Scholarship Sonia Portela,Alexis Lavoie, Kelsey Jordan, and Joe Forzano Paul C. Mole Memorial Scholarship Brian Pacheco East of the River 5 Chamber of Commerce Scholarship Jessica Sanches,Alyssa Scymczyk, and Austin Harris Night in Portugal Scholarships Joshua Paulo, Emily Aniceto, Brian Silva, Madeline Quiterio, Daniel Gil, Shayala Costa, Vanessa Santos, Veronica Pereira, David Goncalves, Luis Gomes, Jacqueline Dias, Stephanie Ferreira, Angela Caterino, Bruno Machedo, Meg Dias, Sonia Portela, Bryan Ovelheiro,Alexis Lavoie, and Megan McCarthy The Sergeant Joshua D. Desforge Scholarship/Award Kevin Nyzio, Megan McCarthy, Alexis Lavoie, Megan Gregoire, Shayla Costa, Hafsa Mire, Kierra McCarthy, Jacob Franscico, Nick Chisolm, and Noelle Picard Monson Arts Council Award Hayden Adams Alpha Chapter/Delta Kappa Gamma Society Amy Martin Class of 1974 LHS Jacob Francisco and Zoe Bryan Nelson Stephanie Santos Memorial Scholarship Kelsey Jordan Horace Smith Fund Walter S. Barr Scholarship Joseph Forzano, Zacharry Frangules, Hafsa Mire, and Jordan Murray Pamela Barch Memorial Scholarship Alexis Williams Share a Smile Change a Life Brian Pacheco Ludlow Education Association Scholarships Megan Gregoire (LEAF Paulo Zina award Noelle Picard) LEA – seniors writing about the teacher who Marine Corps Semper Fidelis Award for Musical Excellence Audra Smith and William Thompson Marine Corps Distinguished Athlete Award Megan Dias and Kevin Simonds Army Award for Excellence Noelle Picard and Connor Doherty Wing Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Scholarship for a senior entering the medical field Emily Sevigine Nicholas Humber Scholarship Joe Forzano Country Bank Scholarship Zacharry Frangules and Emily Sevigine Paul Mondry Baseball Scholarship Brett Layman ,Austin Harris, and Connor Duquette Class of 1964 LHS Athena Eugenio, Steven Mazza, and Michael Pepin Massachusetts Municipal Wholesale Electric Company Scholarship Jacqueline Dias and Jacob Francisco McKenzie Bingham and Jacob Franscico Marine Corps Scholastic Excellence Award Portuguese Achievement Award Jacqueline Dias Massachusetts Secondary School Administration Association Award Hafsa Mire Honey Dew Associates Scholarship Joe Forzano Ludlow High School Band Director Award Ian Roulliard Ludlow High School Band Booster Scholarship Ian Roulliard and Hayden Adams French Achievement Award Oliwia Bragiel Massachusetts Daughters of the American Revolution Good Citizenship Award Alexis Lavoie Avelino Dias Memorial Scholarship Alyssa Guyon Joseph and Anna C. Dias Memorial Scholarship Michael Goncalves Massachusetts Elks Scholarship Jacob Franscico and Noelle Picard Spanish Achievement Award Zacharry Frangules Louis Armstrong Award Jeffrey Babiec Leo Casagrande and Family Citizenship Award Brett Layman and Molly Palatino Hampshire, Franklin, and Hampden Agriculture Society Dillion Harris Ludlow High School CLASS of 2015 Term 4 Honor Roll HIGH HONORS Breauna A. Allore, Emily R. Alves, David S. Annecchiarico, McKenzie E. Bingham, Anthony M. Calvanese, Alexis D. Casagranda, Olivia R. Chartrand, Nicholas E. Cordeiro, Jill E. Decoteau, Brittany S. Dias, Meagan L. Dias, Connor P. Doherty, Zackary D. Dowling, Summer R. Dutton, Mia N. Ferrera, Alex D. Fontaine, Rachel J. Forcier, Joseph A. Forzano, Zacharry Frangules, Connor M. Frigon, Nico A. Gallo, Nicholas T. Garrity, Alyssa M. Guyon, Austin W. Harris, Jessica M. Holley, Kelsey L. Jordan, Alexis B. Lavoie, Brett W. Layman, Amy N. Martin, Meghan H. Martowski, Steven K. Mazza, Kierra E. 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(* Price Range A & B) Page 20 • The Register • June 10, 2015 The best, worst, and most likely’s of Class 2015… Best Dressed Luis Gomes and Angela Catarino Best Smiles Brad Garete and Erika Mitchell Best to bring home to Mom and Dad Brett Layman and Alexis Lavoie Class Musicians Hayden Adams and Audra Smith Class Couple Joe Forzano and Jordan Murray Drama King and Queen Matthew Halastra and Brianna Fitzpatrick Class Nicknames Adam Garete and Meghan McCarthy Class Artists Zach Morawiec and Danielle Francisco Class Optimists Connor Doherty and Molly Palatino Most Spirited Connor Doherty and Olivia Chartrand Most Likely to be Famous Rob Libiszewski and Elizabeth Barrett ClassInseparables Tyler Diotalevi and Brad Garete Class Athletes Zach Frangules and Alyssa Guyon Class Clown Tyler Diotalevi and Elizabeth Barrett Most likely to leave Ludlow Kyle Puzzo and Kailah Papuga Experience the Difference Worst Drivers Collin Paradise and Noelle Picard Most likely to stay Bruno Machado (not pictured) and Shayla Costa Couple that never was Tyler Diotalevi, Erika Mitchell, Molly Palatino, and Olivia Santos JOIN US FOR OUR OPEN HOUSE! · SUNDAY, JUNE 14, 2015 · 1 PM GRADES 6 - POSTGRADUATE · WWW.WMA.US/OPENHOUSE Teacher’s pet Jacob Francisco and Audra Smith June 10, 2015 • The Register • Page 21 Congratulations graduates! Madelin Quiterio donned a white dress beneath her white graduation robe. Elizabeth Barrett’s family was so proud of her. Brian Pacheco and family all shared grins for the graduation. CLASS NIGHT from Page 18 she felt his speech portrayed his personality, giving his message in his own innovative words. She also congratulated the students on a job well done and congratulated them on their achievements. She wished them the best of luck on their future endeavors. “The students were very supportive to their fellow classmates,” said Kurty. “I VALEDICTORIAN from Page 15 any other test we’ve taken. For the first time, there is no answer key. With that being said, it is all right to be completely and utterly wrong. As Lauren Ferreira’s quote says, “to live a creative life we must lose the fear of being wrong” and Amy Martin’s tells us that, “right or wrong, we’ll write our own storyline.” It is from these mistakes we will learn that, as Katie Tucker’s quote advocates “you’re braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, smarter than you think.” So, as we grow up and become braver, stronger, and smarter, remember what Mairead O’Sullivan tells us Ferris Bueller said “life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in a while you could PRINCIPAL’S ADDRESS from Page 16 have been possible without the support and love from parents, family members, teachers and staff. I would personally like to thank the class advisors for the Class of 2015, Mrs. Chacon, Mrs. Blair and Mrs. Laguerre. I have seen the endless hours they have spent planning, organizing, laughing and almost crying to help these students succeed academically, socially, and emotionally. A special thank you goes out to Mrs. Dionne, their guidance counselor for helping to support these students in order to be college and career ready. I would be remiss if I didn't thank Mrs. Santos-Pontes, Mrs. Fernandes and Mrs. Iby, the junior class advisors for all their hard work this past year and their contributions to helping make the senior year memorable for the Class of 2015. And lastly, thank you to Mrs. Kurty, the assistant principal for grade 12 and Mrs. Miranda, lead secretary in the main office, for all your hard The Holley family was very proud of their daughter Jessica. Zoe Autumn Bryan-Nelson showcased an armful of floral congratulation. loved how they really cheered for everyone who received an award. Tonight they have demonstrated how unified they are as a class, and how supportive they are of one another, all year long.” At the conclusion of the evening, students were called to the stage and handed the letters they penned to their parents, which in turn, the students handed to their parents. Students, staff and attendees were then entertained by a slide show created by Class of 2014 Advisers and students of the Junior Class. The slide show was a montage of photos starring the graduates. The photos were taken throughout their high school years. “Tonight was fun. I liked spending time with all my classmates for one of the last times. It was nice to see a wide range of students receive awards,” said Frangules. “Class Night is a nice way to say goodbye and congratulate everyone. It's not as formal as graduation, which I like.” Linda and Lee Dias shared how much they enjoyed the ceremony. Their daughter Meagan, who plans to attend Western New England University majoring in Pharmacy, received a Ludlow Special Police scholarship. “Class Night is special for both the students and their families,” said Linda Dias. “Lee and I wish the graduating class much success as they move forward in their endeavors.” miss it.” With that said, look around you and take in the moment. We have thirteen years of school under our belts, but the idea of graduating still hasn’t hit many of us. We will soon be going through so many new and scary experiences as independent, young adults. But, we can’t forget, as Meagan McCarthy’s quote encourages “be wild, have fun”. Angela Catarino quotes Ellen, big surprise there, and says, “Be kind to one another” while Hafsa Mire tells us all to simply, “Have a nice life.” I know that we all hope that, as Alexis Williams says, “one day someone will love me as much as Kanye West loves Kanye West,” but we need to remember that we create our own happiness. I think Nick DoCarmo really gives us the key when he tells us “all we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given to us.” Yavuz Yanbul reminds us to “try not to become a man of success but rather a man of value,” while Joe Forzano inspires us with, “no man was born to anything, except perhaps a chance to show how far he could rise.” Mikey Goncalves prompts us to remember “what we do in life echoes in eternity.” Let me tell you, the class of 2015 has truly left their mark on Ludlow High School, and we will without a doubt continue to leave our mark on the world. Ultimately, as Erica Mitchell’s quote says, “don’t live down expectations. Go out there and do something remarkable.” Go out there and as Bruno Machado said, “be a kamikaze in a Maserati,”...though I’m not quite sure what that even means… because, as Noelle Picard’s quote tells us “sleep is for the weak” if you want to live like an absolute Zach Frangules. I would like to take this opportunity to express my immense appreciation to everyone who has helped me to be who I am today, especially my Mom, Dad, and sister Jessa. Emily McGourty chose a very fitting quote that accurately describes this class: “don’t act like you’re not impressed.” This class is amazing! Give it up for the Ludlow High School Class of 2015! Always remember, as Kelsey Jordan said, “Everything works out in the end.” And, on behalf of my class, I would like to conclude with Betsy Barrett’s quote from Sadie in the show Awkward: “You’re Welcome.” Thank You. work and long hours that allowed this graduation day to become a reality. This year not only are we saying goodbye to the Class of 2015, but we are saying good bye and thank you to four staff members who are retiring: Mrs Carol Bardon, Mrs. Mary Beth Will, Mrs. Trudy Kellog and Mrs. Gayle Thomas. Thank you for your dedication – you will be missed. Whether they realize it or not class of 2015, you are a very special class to me. This is my first class that I have been with for all their four years. This is my fourth year as the LHS principal. My first day as principal was their first day as freshmen. I remember meeting them in the auditorium on the first day of school during their class assembly in August of 2011. There wasn’t really any good advice I could give them about life at LHS because I was just as scared as them and I too was told there was a pool on the fourth floor. But four years flew by and this class has always had the reputation of being a great class --, respectful, honest, smart, and caring. I feel this class has been the first class to reap the benefits of so many opportunities at LHS – changing the cell phone policy, changing the tardy policy, experiencing more AP classes, more electives being offered, carts filled with chrome books, exemptions of senior finals and most recently reducing the cost of student parking. My favorite day as a principal is welcoming the freshmen on the first day of school and my most proud, yet sad day is today graduation. I will miss you Class of 2015. I will miss seeing many of you pass my office as you head into the assistant principals office to face whatever it is Mrs. Kurty had to share with you. I will miss seeing you all in the cafeteria in senior section with the complete circus arena in the backdrop. I will miss watching you enter the building every morning and me reminding you to throw out your coffees, remove your earbuds, or take off your hat. I will also actually miss Lava Day, which I really never understood, but enjoyed participating in it with you. I will also miss Kelsey Jordan and Matt Connors in the main office every morning bringing you your morning announcements. So our four years together has ended and you no longer have to listen to bells, announcements or follow so many rules that many of you think have no purpose. You are on to bigger and better things. Bigger and better challenges. You as a class have adopted Dr. Suess’s book “Oh The Places You Will Go” as having meaning to your class. So I want to end my address with a quote from his book “So be sure when you step, Step with care and great tact. And remember that life's A Great Balancing Act. And will you succeed? Yes! You will, indeed! (98 and _ percent guaranteed) Kid, you'll move mountains.” So, to the Class of 2015, although I will be remembered in your eyes as just your principal you will always be remembered in my eyes as my first class that made it through four years with me. It has been my honor and my privilege to be your principal. Congratulations Class of 2015. ” ” Page 22 • The Register • June 10, 2015 SPORTS 8 [email protected] @turleysports www.turleysports.com acebook.com/turleysports Lions knocked out in volleyball quarters By Tim Peterson Turley Publications Sports Correspondent WEST SPRINGFIELD—For the second year in a row, the Ludlow boys volleyball team wasn’t able to advance past the quarterfinal round of the Western Mass. Division 1 tournament. The fifth-seeded Lions lost the first two games against fourth-seeded West Springfield by a combined total of four points. The third game wasn’t as close, as the Terriers pulled away for a 3-0 victory inside the West Side gymnasium, last Monday afternoon (June 1). The game scores were 26-24, 25-23, and 25-20. “It’s a very disappointing loss,” said longtime Ludlow head coach Fred Glanville. “The first two games were very close, but we just made a couple of errors that really hurt us. West Springfield played really well and they didn’t make very many errors in this match today.” A year ago, Ludlow defeated Holyoke 3-0 in the first round before losing to Chicopee Comp, 31, in the quarterfinals. The Lions lost in the Western Mass. finals two years ago. Ludlow seniors Tristen Lage, Joe Forzano, Kyle Puzzo, and Kyle Kipetz played in their final high school volleyball match against the Terriers. “I really enjoyed coaching this year’s team and I really wish that we could’ve played at least one more match this year,” Glanville said. “Our four seniors were very Sergey Vikhrev makes a set. TURLEY PUBLICATIONS PHOTOS BY DAVID HENRY SWEETDOGPHOTOS.COM Tristan Lage goes for the spike. good team leaders and we’re going to miss them next year. We do have a lot of very good younger players.” Kipetz had a team-high 11 kills Lions end postseason losing streak By Tim Peterson Turley Publications Sports Correspondent LUDLOW—John Carlin has been coaching the Ludlow girls’ tennis team for the past 29 years. While the Lady Lions have played in the Western Mass. tournament many times during Carlin’s coaching career, he had never celebrated a postseason victory before this season. Ludlow’s postseason drought finally came to an end last Friday afternoon, as the fourth-seeded Lady Lions posted a 3-2 home victory against the fifth-seeded East Longmeadow Spartans in a Western Mass. Division 1 quarterfinal match. “This is actually the first time that we have won a playoff match in my 29 years as the girls tennis coach,” Carlin said. “We’ve made the postseason tournament many times in the past, but we would always get knocked out in the first round. It just feels awesome to finally win one.” The quarterfinal victory improved the Lady Lions overall record to 17-4. They also posted an 8-2 home record this spring. “Our three singles players and our two doubles teams have just been fantastic this year,” Carlin said. “They played very hard in every match this season.” The only senior listed on the Ludlow girl’s tennis roster is Kelsey Jordan, who received her high school diploma, along with the other members of the senior class last Thursday night. Jordan lost her first singles match, 6-1, 6-2 against East Longmeadow junior Elena Tilli. “Kelsey is a very good tennis player and we’re going to really miss her next year,” Carlin said. “She always tries her best in every match that she plays. I’m very glad that Kelsey will be playing in at least one more Please see LUDLOW TENNIS, Page 24 and one block in the quarterfinal match against West Side. Puzzo chipped in with 18 digs and 10 kills, while Lage added nine kills. Sophomore Sergey Vikhrev con- tributed with 36 assists and 10 digs. The Lions, who entered the postseason tournament with an 117 overall record, and the Terriers (11-7) are members of the North Division. The two rivals finished with a 3-7 league record and they also split a pair of matches during the regular season. “Both teams know each other very well because we’re members of the same league, which is one of the strongest in the entire state. We played them twice during the regular season,” Glanville said. “We knew coming into this match who Kyle Puzzo returns the ball over the net. their key players were. This match today was very similar to our second match of the season against them, which we lost in five sets.” The Lions did win the first meeting 3-0, which was played at West Side at the end of April. “We played very well in that match here back in April,” Glanville said. “We served well and hardly made very many mistakes. Being able to win the close games always makes a difference in a volPlease see VOLLEYBALL, Page 24 Lady Pioneers earn way into tournament By Dave Forbes Turley Publications Sports Staff Writer PALMER - For the last two weeks of the regular season, the Pathfinder varsity softball team was one loss away from being eliminated from Western Massachusetts Division 3 Tournament playoff contention. To get to the tournament, the Lady Pioneers needed to win each of their last five games to qualify. The Lady Pioneers won four games in a row to give them the opportunity to make tournament play with a victory over Smith Voke on Thursday, May 28. Pathfinder completed their long road to the tournament with an 18-6 win over the Vikings. After falling behind 1-0 in the top of the first, Pathfinder took the lead for good with nine runs in the third inning. Smith Voke answered back with three runs in the top of the fourth, but the Lady Pioneers scored eight runs in the bottom of the fourth to go ahead 17-4. Smith Voke would push across two runs in the top of the fifth, and Pathfinder would close out the scoring with one more in the bottom of the inning. Pathfinder, which finished with only five hits, drew 19 walks in the contest, and also had two players reach on a hit by pitch. Maddison Weldon drew four walks, had three RBIs and three runs scored to lead the Lady Pioneers. Samantha Squires had four walks and three runs scored. Stephanie Sansoucy had two hits, two runs scored and two RBIs along with reaching on a hit by pitch. Brianna Peeso walked three times and scored twice. Samantha Marty had three walks and two runs scored. Sophia Hess had two walks and a hit. Elizabeth Hamilton scored three times. Ashley Boudreau had two hits, two RBIs and two runs scored. Sophia Hess struggled with her control on the mound as she walked 10, but she also allowed six runs on just four hits while striking out two as she picked up the win. Pathfinder drew the 15th seed in tournament play and was scheduled to face second-seeded Turners Falls in a rematch of last year’s finals in the first round on Wednesday, June 3. U15 Pioneers repeat as champions REGION – The Western United Pioneers U15 girls captured the Needham Invitational College Showcase Championship during this past Memorial Day weekend. The team finished with an impressive 4-0-1 overall record, including a come from behind 2-1 victory vs. a talented Rochester NY team by scoring twice with 10 minutes of play to capture the division championship. Pictured in the photo are Megan Anderson, Alyssa Boilard, Wylee Candon, Syd Ernesto, Carrington, Avery Coelho, Ashely Corcoran, Gillian Duquette, Tess Gadoury, Cassandra Jones, Hailey MacDonald, Maddie Morin, Taylor Oliver, Quinn Roche, Noelle Roy, Ri and Alex Silva and Lauren Teixeira. Coaches Jason Carrington and Jeff Coelho were very proud of the team accomplishing this repeat championship. June 10, 2015 • The Register • Page 23 Sports Ludlow Community Center/ Randall Boys and Girls Club calendar 18+ Summer Basketball League LUDLOW - The Ludlow Community Center/Randall Boys and Girls Club will be opening registration for the Club’s 18+ Adult Summer Basketball League starting May 18. Participants must register as a team. Team fees are $650. Team captains must go to the Club in person to register their team and make an initial deposit of $325. The remaining $325 must be paid in full by June 12. The first eight teams to register and place down a deposit will be guaranteed a spot in the league. Each team must provide their own shirts with numbers. All players on the team must be at least 18 years old. Games will begin on Tuesday, June 23 with games on Tuesday, Thursday, and/or Friday evenings at either 6 or 7 p.m. The season will close after a league tournament at the end of August. For more information regarding this program please contact Athletic Director, Lauren Bean at [email protected] or call 413-583-2072. Fitness programs LUDLOW - The Ludlow Community Center/Randall Boys & Girls Club is the perfect place to stay in shape throughout the year. In addition to a fitness room, the Club offers a variety of fitness programming including group exercise classes, personal fitness training, and water aerobics classes. The Fitness Room features a selection of Precor cardiovascular equipment, Cybex resistance training equipment and more for adults and teens ages 14 and up. All Fitness Center members are entitled to an orientation with our fitness staff to learn the proper use of the fitness equipment and to design an appropriate exercise program to meet the individual’s needs and goals. Teens ages 14-17 must complete an orientation in order to use the fitness room without a parent/guardian. We also offer personal training sessions, which are ideal for individuals seeking guidance and motivation to achieve their health and fitness goals. Each one hour, supervised exercise session provides a structured, wellbalanced, customized workout to address your unique fitness needs. The Ludlow Community Center offers a variety of group exercise classes. Classes for adults and teens ages 14 and up include Yoga, Pilates, Mat Science, Zumba, Zumba Toning, Aqua Zumba, Boot Camp, Cardio Mix, Strength Class, H.I.I.T. (High-Intensity Interval Training), Core Stability, Express Sculpt and Balletone Sole Synthesis. The Community Center has a heated six-lane 25-yard pool. Aquatic programs include Water Aerobics Classes, Adult and Family Swim times, and Swim Lessons. Visit the Ludlow Community Center today for a tour of the facility. The Club is located at 91 Claudia’s Way. For more information about the Club’s fitness programs and membership options, you can visit the website at www.ludlowbgc.org, or call 413-583-2072. New cardio kickboxing fitness classes LUDLOW - The Ludlow Community Bay State games tryouts schedule Bay State Games Girls West Soccer tryouts Center/Randall Boys & Girls Club offers cardio kickboxing fitness classes for adults on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Enjoy the many health benefits of cardio kickboxing classes, including improved cardiovascular endurance, increased muscular strength and endurance, weight management, improved balance and more. Cardio kickboxing is a power-packed workout with intense kickboxing moves performed to high-energy and motivating music. Instructor Andrew Levesque will take you through this full body workout consisting of a warm-up, higher-paced intervals, easy to follow punching and kicking combinations, kickboxing-specific strength/endurance training, and a cool down. All fitness levels are welcome to attend. Group exercise classes are free for fitness members. Non-members ages 18 and up may drop-in for $10 per class or purchase a Fitness Class Punch Card for $35 for five classes. Teens ages 14-17 may drop-in for $5 per class. Visit our website at www.ludlowbgc.org to view our monthly group exercise schedule or visit the Ludlow Community Center/Randall Boys & Girls Club at 91 Claudia’s Way, located just past the Baird Middle School. For more information, contact Donna Boydston, Fitness and Wellness Director at [email protected] or 413-583-2072 ext. 212. Balletone classes offered at Randall LUDLOW - The Ludlow Community Center/Randall Boys & Girls Club offers Balletone: Sole Synthesis fitness classes on Fridays from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. When barefoot training meets strength, cardio and flexibility in one workout, fitness takes on a whole new meaning. Sole Synthesis is “simplicity through triplicity” … no fancy moves are used, just unique twists on foundational fitness moves to get you started. Then, the easy to follow fitness sequences are turned into dance inspired, ballet sculpting sequences for balance and strength challenges. Finally, yoga inspired sequences will be sprinkled throughout to provide moving meditation in order to prepare for more. The idea is to simply use movements you’ve done for ages, without extra equipment, and redefine your expectations. You will experience a proactive workout rooted in functional training that will leave you strong, centered, and actively flexible. This session is an elevated functional training program that is deceptively challenging; take your shoes off and see what your sole can do! Group exercise classes are free for fitness members. Non-members ages 18 and up may drop-in for $10 per class or purchase a Fitness Class Punch Card for $35 for five classes. Teens ages 14-17 may drop-in for $5 per class. The Ludlow Community Center/Randall Boys and Girls Club is located at 91 Claudia’s Way in Ludlow, just past the Baird Middle School. For more information or to register, please visit the club, or contact Donna Boydston, Fitness & Wellness Director, at [email protected], or call 413-5832072. Visit our website at www.ludlowbgc.org. Bay State Games West Baseball tryouts WILBRAHAM/WESTFIELD - Bay State Games 2015 West Baseball tryouts will take place on the following dates: June 11, 13, 21 and 22. The June 11 tryouts will take place at Spec Pond in Wilbraham at a time to be announced. The June 13, 21 and 22 tryouts will be held at Westfield State University with tryouts from 9 to 11:30 a.m. on June 13, and 12 to 2:30 p.m. on June 21 and 22. Please pre-register for tryouts and all information regarding games and coach available at www.baystategames.org. Bay State Games Boys Volleyball West tryouts WESTFIELD - Bay States Games 2015 West Region Boys Volleyball tryouts for players currently in grades 9-11 will take place on the following dates: June 15, 17, 22 and 24 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Westfield North Middle School, 350 Southampton Road. Please pre-register for tryouts and all information regarding games and coach available at www.baystategames.org. Bay State Games Girls Volleyball West tryouts SOUTH DEERFIELD - Bay States Games 2015 West Region Girls Volleyball SPRINGFIELD - The Cubs managed to squeak out a 5-3 win in a battle of solid pitching performances at Van Horn Park on Wednesday night before the skies opened up after the sixth inning and the game was called against the Orioles. Cubs pitcher Alex Carrasquillo (four innings, two runs, two hits, four walks, two strikeouts) and Orioles hurler Jose Pena (six innings, five runs, eight hits, three walks and five strikeouts) battled through the first four innings after which the Cubs were only clinging to a 3-2 lead. Even on a new squad, Jim Nason continued to provide offense against the Cubs by SOUTH HADLEY - Bay States Games 2015 West Region Softball tryouts for players currently in grades 9-11 will take place on the following dates: June 21, 22 and 23 at South Hadley High School. The June 21 tryouts are from 9 to 11:30 a.m., while the June 22 and 23 tryouts will be from 3 to 5 p.m. Please pre-register for tryouts and all information regarding games and coach available at www.baystategames.org. Bay State Games Field Hockey West tryouts HOLYOKE - Bay States Games 2015 West Region Field Hockey tryouts for players currently in grades 9-11 will take place on the following dates: June 22, 24 and 27 at the Roberts Sports Complex. The June 22 and 24 tryouts are from 6 to 8 p.m. and the June 27 tryouts are from 9 to 11 a.m.. Please pre-register for tryouts and all information regarding games and coach available at www.baystategames.org. Bay State Games Field Hockey West Boys Soccer tryouts WILBRAHAM - Bay States Games 2015 West Region Boys Soccer tryouts for players currently in grades 9-11 will take place on the following dates: June 29, 30 and July 1 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Wilbraham Middle School. Please pre-register for tryouts and all information regarding games and coach available at www.baystategames.org. scoring the O 's first run in the second on a Paul Hampton sacrifice fly and driving in the other two with RBI singles in the fourth and sixth to score Andrew Braley and Jose Pena, respectively. The Cubs were never able to get a big inning together against the effective Pena and some timely defense, including a 1-23 double play in the fifth after the Cubs loaded the bases with no one out. Mark Caputo led the Cubs going 2-for-3, two runs scored, two stolen bases, including a leadoff triple to start the sixth and scoring on a wild pitch, which proved to be the game winner. HOLYOKE - The Holyoke Community be rescheduled according to the makeup date. College baseball program third annual fundraiser Should the game get rained out while in transit Boston Red Sox bus trip to Fenway Park will take or at the park, you would keep your tickets and be responsible for your own transportation to the place on Sunday, June 14. The game against the Toronto Blue Jays will makeup game. To reserve your spot please contact former start at 1:35 p.m. The cost is $85, which includes deluxe motor HCC baseball coach Terry Murphy via e-mail at coach transportation, right field grandstand ticket [email protected] or former player Larry Maiolo at [email protected] and snacks and soft drinks. The bus departs from the Bartley Fitness Center at CROSSWORD PUZZLE ANSWERS Holyoke Community College at 10 a.m. and leaves Fenway Park one half hour after the conclusion of the game. Should there be a rainout prior to departure, the trip will 413-583-4042 Joe Santos Registered Master Barber Walk-Ins Only Bay State Games Softball West tryouts HCC annual Red Sox trip to Fenway Corner of East and Hubbard Sts. Ludlow Let them know you saw their ad in the tryouts for players currently in grades 9-11 will take place on the following dates: June 16 and 18 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Frontier Regional High School, 113 North Main St. Please pre-register for tryouts and all information regarding games and coach available at www.baystategames.org. Valley Wheel Over 30 Baseball results Santos Barber Shop Our advertisers make this publication possible. Ludlow Register WESTFIELD - Bay States Games 2015 West Region Girls Soccer tryouts for players currently in grades 9-11 will take place on the following dates: June 10, 12, and 15 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Woronoco Field, Old Stage Road (south off Route 202). Please pre-register for tryouts and all information regarding games and coach available at www.baystategames.org. Tues-Fri 8-5:30 Sat 8 –3 Page 24 • The Register • June 10, 2015 Sports Falcons release six guaranteed home dates for 2015-16 season SPRINGFIELD – Today the Springfield Falcons, proud AHL affiliate of the Arizona Coyotes, announced six guaranteed home games for the 2015-16 season to be played at the Mass Mutual Center. The Falcons begin their 22nd season in Springfield, Massachusetts this fall with the first guaranteed date on October 10. The Falcons return as the primary affiliate of the Coyotes who served as the NHL affiliate for eight years from 1996-2004. Springfield Falcons six guaranteed dates: Saturday, October 10 Friday, November 13 Saturday, February 13 Saturday, February 27 Saturday, March 12 Sunday, March 20 Opponents and start times as well as the complete regular season schedule will be released later this summer by the American Hockey League. Reserve your fan experience package with a group of 15 or more by calling a Falcons Ticket Account Representative at 413739-GOAL(4625). Season ticket packages are also on sale for seats as low as $10! For all the latest Falcons information and updates, follow the Birds at www.falconsahl.com or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/falconsahl and on Twitter (@TheFalconsAHL) using #SPRFalcons. Soccer academy camps BELCHERTOWN - Quabbin Soccer Academy is offering two summer camps in Belchertown, June 29-July 2 and Aug. 17-20. Please visit www.QuabbinSoccerAcademy.com or email [email protected]. The program is run by Christopher Mogavero Yellow Jackets Summer Baseball Camp SPRINGFIELD - The AIC Yellow Jackets Summer Baseball Camp will be holding their annual camp from July 6-9 for kids ages 6-7 and 8-12. The 6-7 camp runs from 9 to 11:30 a.m. and the 8-12 goes from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at AIC Park adjacent to Butova Gymnasium. VOLLEYBALL from Page 22 leyball match. We lost two very close games in this match.” The score was tied a total of eleven times in the opening game. The Lions largest lead of the set was at 10-5 with Lage handling the serving duties. The Terriers, who were led by senior Temi Bailey with a game-high 22 kills, responded with a 5-0 run tying the score for the third time. A kill by Puzzo gave the Lions a 13-11 advantage. After the game was tied six more times, the Terriers used a 4-0 run to take a 22-19 lead. LUDLOW TENNIS from Page 22 match.” The Lady Lions were scheduled to face top-seeded Amherst on the road in semifinal match on Monday afternoon. The Hurricanes defeated the Lady Lions, 4-1, in the season opener on the same courts. “I’m really hoping that we can win our next match against Amherst,” Carlin said. “We lost to them in the first match of the year and we’re going to try our best to beat them in our next match.” The Lady Lions also defeated the Spartans (8-9) by the final score of 3-2 in a non-league regular season match on May 8. While the Lady Lions regular season match against the Spartans took about three hours to complete, the final outcome of last Friday’s match was never really in doubt. Ludlow sophomore Filipa Martins got things rolling in the right direction for the home team by posting a 6-0, 6-0 victory against East Longmeadow sophomore Harley Foley in the third singles match, which took about 30 minutes to complete. “Filipa is a very competitive tennis player and she hits the ball very well,” Carlin said. Camp information and registration can be found at the following address: www.collegebaseballcamps.com/aicbaseball. Head coach Nick Callini can be reached at 413-205-3078 or e-mail at [email protected]. The Lions tied the score a couple more times before taking a 24-23 lead, but the home team scored the final three points of the game. The second game was also very close, as the score was tied a total of 20 times. The largest lead either team had in that game was two points. The Lions held a 1-0 lead in the third game, but the Terriers quickly took over the momentum as they led by as many as seven points. West Springfield season came to an end a couple of days later following a 3-1 loss against Chicopee Comp in the semifinals. “She played very well in her match today. I really expect her to win every match that she plays.” Martins improved her season record at third singles to an impressive 19-2 and her career record to 30-4. The Lady Lions took a 2-0 advantage when the duo of sophomore Mariana Goncalves and junior Emma Gomes posted a 6-2, 6-2 victory against East Longmeadow junior’s Alexandra Vona and Riley Foley in the first doubles match. The Lady Lions then locked up the postseason victory in the second singles. Sophomore Dominique Alves posted a 6-2, 6-3 win against Spartans senior Mahak Kanjolia. The second doubles match was the last one to be completed. East Longmeadow juniors Amanda Hill and Tiana Mackin posted a 6-2, 6-3 victory Ludlow sophomores Marisa Lombardi and Kayla Santos. No matter what the outcome was in the Lady Lions semifinal match, it was still an outstanding season for the Ludlow girls’ tennis team. The winning ways should continue next spring with six returning starters. Legals COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURt Probate and Family Court HAMPDEN Div. HD15E0018PP To Maria Helena Andre of Ludlow, in the County of Hampden, and to all other persons interested. A petition has been presented to said Court by Alcide Leitao Garcez of Sao Jose dos Campos, in the Country of Brazil, representing that she holds as tenant in common an undivided part or share of land lying in said Ludlow, setting forth that she desires that all of said land may be sold at private sale for not less than one hundred eighty thousand ($180,000.00) dollars, and praying that partition may be made of all the land aforesaid according to law, and to that end that a commissioner be appointed to make such partition and be ordered to make sale and conveyance of all, or any part of said land which the Court finds cannot be advantageously divided either at private sale or public auction, and be ordered to distribute the net proceeds thereof. If you desire to object thereto, you or your attorney should file a written appearance in said Court at Springfield before ten o’clock in the forenoon on the thirteenth day of July 2015, the return day of this citation. Witness, Anne M. Geoffrion, Esquire, First Justice of said Court, this twenty-sixth day of May 2015. Suzanne T. Seguin Register of Probate & Family Court 6/10,6/17,6/24/15 COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT Probate and Family Court HAMPDEN Div. HD15E0012PP To Alcede Leitao Garcez of Ludlow, in the County of Hampden, and to all other persons interested. A petition has been presented to said Court by Maria Helena Andre of Ludlow, in the County of Hampden, representing that she holds as tenant in common an undivided part or share of land lying in said Ludlow, setting forth that she desires that all of said land may be sold at private sale for not less than two hundred thousand ($200,000.00) dollars, and praying that partition may be made of all the land aforesaid according to law, and to that end that a commissioner be appointed to make such partition and be ordered to make sale and conveyance of all, or any part of said land which the Court finds cannot be advantageously divided either at private sale or public auction, and be ordered to distribute the net proceeds thereof. If you desire to object thereto, you or your attorney should file a written appearance in said Court at Springfield before ten o’clock in the forenoon on the thirteenth day of July 2015, the return day of this citation. Witness, Anne M. Geoffrion, Esquire, First Justice of said Court, this twenty-sixth day of May 2015. Suzanne T. Seguin Register of Probate & Family Court 6/10,6/17,6/24/15 Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Probate and Family Court 50 State Street Springfield, MA 01103 Docket No. HD15C0075CA In the matter of: Bryan Leonard Desrochers Of: Ludlow, MA NOTICE OF PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME To all persons interested in a petition described: A petition has been presented by Bryan L Desrochers requesting that: Bryan Leonard Desrochers be allowed to change his/her/their name as follows: Bryan Liebel Desrochers If you desire to object thereto, you or your attorney must file a written appearance in said court at: Springfield on or before ten o’clock in the morning (10:00 a.m.) on: 06/29/2015. Witness, Hon. Anne M Geoffrion, First Justice of this Court. Date: June 1, 2015. Suzanne T. Seguin Register of Probate 6/10/15 TOWN OF LUDLOW Department of Public Works Invitation to Bid FY 2016 Annual Materials & Services Contract The Town of Ludlow will receive bids for furnishing materials and services as needed for the yearly period from July 1, 2015 to June 30, 2016. Specifications and Bid Forms are available at the Town of Ludlow, Department of Public Works Office, 198 Sportsmen’s Road, Ludlow, Massachusetts. Bids shall be submitted and addressed to the Board of Public Works and marked “FY 2016 Annual Bid for Materials and Services.” Sealed bids will be received at the Department of Public Works Office until 10:30 A.M. 06/17/2015 at which time they will be publicly opened in the Board of Public Works Conference Room. The Town of Ludlow reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids should it be deemed it is in the public interest. Contractors are required to comply with the Commonwealth of Mass. Department of Labor and Industries Prevailing Wage Rates in accordance with Mass. General Laws, Chapter 149, Sections 26 and 27D. The Town of Ludlow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Chairman Board of Public Works 6/3,6/10/15 LEGAL NOTICE The Ludlow Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing in Ludlow Town Hall, 488 Chapin Street, Hearing Room 2 on Thursday, July 2, 2015 at 7:00 PM on the application of Jorge & Maria Dias and Cumberland Farms for the property located at 0, 300320 East Street and O Palmer Street, Ludlow MA 01056 (Assessors Map 14B, Parcel 353-356, Zoning Business A). The subject of the hearing is a Finding under the Town of Ludlow Bylaws for: Section 3.4.2(B) and 6.5.7(B) for the enlargement of a pre-existing nonconforming use and directional signs, respectively. Anthony W. Jarvis, Chairman 6/10,6/17/15 Region Lesser, Welch secure $100,000 in budget for ‘Spirit of Springfield’ REGION – The state Senate unanimously adopted an amendment sponsored by state Sen. Eric P. Lesser (DLongmeadow) and co-sponsored by state Sen. James T. Welch (D-West Springfield) that provides $100,000 for the Spirit of Springfield. “From the 4th of July fireworks to the World’s Largest Pancake Breakfast, from Bright Nights to the Parade of Big Balloons, the Spirit of Springfield is responsible for so many of Western Massachusetts’ most iconic events,” Lesser said. “This funding will help Spirit of Springfield further its mission of commu- nity service and empowerment.” "The Spirit of Springfield helps showcase all the outstanding events the city hosts and fosters a sense of pride among residents,” Welch said. “I'm happy that the Senate budget included funding for this great organization, and hopeful it will help bring even more visitors to Springfield to experience what the city has to offer." The organization coordinates several large-scale annual community events each year in the Pioneer Valley that enhance quality of life by fostering a sense of community, civic pride and opportunities for celebration. June 10, 2015 • The Register • Page 25 Business The Dowd Insurance Agencies holds open house Ribbon cutting ceremony to welcome newly renovated location INDIAN ORCHARD -The Dowd Insurance Agencies, a leading insurance provider serving New England for over 115 years, recently held an open house to celebrate their newly renovated space on Main St. in Indian Orchard. The open house featured a ribbon cutting with the Affiliated Chambers of Commerce of Greater Springfield (ACCGS) and provided customers and neighbors the opportunity to tour the new office space. Moskal-Dowd and Orchard-Dowd recently moved to 485 Main St. in Indian Orchard, to provide more services under one roof. Moskal-Dowd was originally acquired by The Dowd Insurance Agencies in 2009; Orchard Dowd was acquired in early 2014.The new location offers easier access to agents in one convenient location. "In an era when online and 800-number agencies proliferate, we remain what we have been since 1898: a communitybased company committed to insurance professionalism with local service," said John E. Dowd, Jr., president and CEO of TURLEY PUBLICATIONS PHOTO COURTESY OF MARKET MENTORS. The Dowd Insurance Agencies recently held an open house and ribbon cutting ceremony at the new Moskal-Dowd & Orchard-Dowd location on Main Street in Indian Orchard. Pictured (from left) are: Mary Ellen Metzger, Jennifer Lawton, David W. Griffin, Jr., David W. Griffin, Sr., John E. Dowd, Jr., Catherine Palazzo and Rebecca Adorno. The Dowd Insurance Agencies. "Our new facility will allow us to provide more personalized attention to our valued cus- tomers." The benefits of the new office include ample parking, a large conference room for meetings and, most importantly, a larger staff to provide customers a broader range of service. The merger of the two Indian Orchard offices at one convenient location was the latest development in the legacy of The Dowd Insurance Agencies, originally founded by James J. Dowd of Holyoke in 1898. That legacy, which spans four generations, is now the oldest insurance agency in Massachusetts under continuous family ownership. Services available at the new Indian Orchard location of The Dowd Insurance Agencies include: • Personal insurance, including: auto, homeowner, boat, RV and umbrella insurance • Commercial insurance for businesses of all sizes • Life insurance and employee benefits "For more than a century, we have provided businesses and residents in the Pioneer Valley with exceptional service and we will continue to do so as a full-service operation at our new Springfield location," said Dowd. "The Dowd Insurance agencies are fully independent and not beholden to any single carrier and, as a result, we can negotiate on your behalf for the best coverage at the best price." The Dowd Insurance Agencies leadership team includes President and CEO, John E. Dowd, Jr. and Executive Vice President and Treasurer, David W. Griffin, Sr. For more information, visit dowd.com. Region Big People Little Wheels Race rolls back into town SPRINGFIELD – The Third Annual Big People Little Wheels Race will be held on June 13. This year the event will partner with the motorcycle association, the Masonic Knights. The motorcycle ride will leave the New O’Brien’s Corner; located at 1082 Page Blvd. in Springfield at 11 a.m. Registration begins at 10 a.m. followed by the Big People Little Wheels beginning at 3 p.m. All funds raised at this event will benefit the Rays of Hope through Baystate Health Foundation and Celebration of Hope of Western Mass. Both are located in Springfield and all money raised will stay locally. Rays of Hope supports breast cancer while Celebration of Hope assists five cancers charities, all of which are 501c3 organizations. In 1994 at the age of 38, Springfield native, Lucy Guiggio-Carvalho, was diagnosed with breast cancer and with the help of family and friends founded Rays of Hope to raise money to fight breast cancer. Celebration of Hope was founded in 2011 to honor Rosa Dell’Aera Smith who at the age of 44 was also diagnosed with breast cancer. Unfortunately Rosa’s cancer spread and she lost her battle last year, but the charity continues in her memory. This year’s event is organized by Kim Clemons who is celebrating her third year as a breast cancer survivor. Over 200 adults are expected to attend this fun-filled day of riding motorcycles and racing on tricycles, wagons, big wheels and unicycles normally intended for youngsters. Come and enjoy the music, food from the Roach Truck and wonderful raffle prizes to help support the battle against all cancers. Those interesting in providing raffle items or making a donation may contact: Kim Clemons at [email protected] or Barb Turcotte at [email protected]. Public Safety Ludlow Police Log The Ludlow Police Department responded to 391 calls for service from Saturday, May 30 to Saturday, June 6. The department’s police officers made 10 arrests or summons arrests. Those arrested will appear at future dates in court and are innocent until proven guilty. Saturday, May 30 Scott M. Weaver, 33, of Springfield, was charged with armed robbery and making a false bomb threat of the Bank of America branch on Cherry Street. Monday, June 1 Sean P. Sullivan, 31, of Ludlow, was arrested in the Walgreen’s Plaza parking lot for a domestic assault and battery. Charles F. Moberg, 24, of East Longmeadow, was arrested at Westerly Circle for an outstanding arrest warrant. Wednesday, June 3 Sharlene G. Dec, 50, of Ludlow, was arrested on Holyoke Street for an outstanding arrest warrant. Eddy Alexander, 43, of Valley Stream, N.Y., was summoned to court for unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle on West Avenue. LHS student charged after counterfeit chemicals make classmates sick By Emily Thurlow Staff Writer Thursday, June 4 Scott M. Weaver, 33, of Springfield, was charged with: two counts of making a false bomb threat, and two counts of disturbing a school in session. These crimes had taken place on Friday, May 29. Michael D. Afonso, 39, of Ludlow, was arrested on East Street for operating under the influence of liquor; failing to activate headlights when necessary; negligent operation of a motor vehicle; and failing to stop for a red light. Friday, June 5 Robert Martin, 59, of Ludlow, was arrested on Paul Avenue for an outstanding arrest warrant. Adam B. Kulas, 33, of Ludlow, was summonsed to court for: Breaking and Entering for a Misdemeanor that had occurred on Sewall St. Tim Romansky, 31, of Northampton, was summoned to court for leaving the scene of a property damage accident. LUDLOW – A 17-year-old male student has been charged following the recent incident at Ludlow High School that sent two students to the hospital for allegedly ingesting a high grade of THC. A few weeks back on Thursday, May 14, two students were transported to Bay State Medical Center for adverse reactions to an unknown ingested substance. After an investigation into the two medical emergencies was performed, Ludlow Police Detective Sgt. Louis Tulik has filed a criminal complaint summons request on a student from the high school, who is also a resident of Ludlow. The student, however, was not one of the two that was sent to the hospital. “Through the investigation, it was learned that the ingested substance was supposed to be THC, but is believed to have been a type of synthetic marijuana,” Sgt. Daniel Valadas said in a statement. “These chemical substances [have the ability to] cause psychoactive reactions. The students are believed to have ingested the substance using a “hookah pen.”” As a result of the investigation, the 17year-old male, who is believed to have provided the substance will be charged with possessing/distributing counterfeit substance and substance having property of releasing toxic vapors. People of All Ages Read Newpapers Page 26 • The Register • June 10, 2015 Obituaries Francis J. Bissaillon, 94 DEATH NOTICES LUDLOW – Francis J. Bissaillon, nearly 95, passed away peacefully at home on June 6, 2015 after a short illness. He was born to Zephir and Dora (Richard) Bissaillon on July 9, 1920. He grew up in Ludlow where he graduated from the local high school in 1938 and developed his lifetime love of billiards learning pool from his dad between haircuts in the family barber shop. When World War II broke out, he enlisted as an aviation machinist in the U.S. Coast Guard. After being discharged in 1946, he married the girl he fell in love with as a teenager, the late Sophie Boryczka – his wife of 58 years - and went on to study accounting at Burdett College in Boston. Francis used his business skills working as the Three Rivers Office Manager for Tambrands, Inc. He coached his sons’ baseball teams and taught all his children the values of hard work and strong morals. After retiring in 1984, Francis was an active member of the Ludlow Senior Center where he was instrumental in developing programs such as the Billiard League, the Billiard Club, and instruction classes for novices. As a Massachusetts Senior Olympian, Francis won gold medals in all the events in which he participated year after year. He was the treasurer of the Ludlow Senior Center Billiard Club and a member of the Ludlow Council on Aging. In addition to billiards, Francis loved the Red Sox, bulldogs, good food, picnics and, most of all, his family. He leaves behind his four children: Francis Bissaillon and his wife Barbara of Scottsdale, AZ; John Bissaillon and his partner Cathy Schreiner of Buckingham, FL; Richard Bissaillon and his wife Susan of Monson, MA, and Angela Petitclerc and her husband Denis of Lennoxville, Quebec; 10 grandchildren: Laurie and her husband Axel, Philip and his wife Jena, Sean and his wife Tammy, Keith, Tamara and her fiancé Alan, Ian and his wife Lisa, Jacob and his wife Cheryl, Kristen, Nicolas, and Michael, and 13 great-grand-children: Ella, John, Benedict, Sophia, Nathan, Jon, Sammi, Samantha, Makayla, Cheyanne, Ethan, Woodelson, and Mei. He also leaves Theresa Gregoire, his beloved younger sister, many nieces and nephews, his good neighbors Jim and Joyce Dyjak and his billiard buddies. He was a communicant of Christ the King Church in Ludlow. Funeral Services Celebrating Francis’s life will be held Friday, June 12 at 9 a.m. at the Kapinos-Mazur Funeral Home on 64 Sewall St. in Ludlow followed by a Liturgy of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. at Christ the King Church on Warsaw Ave. in Ludlow. Rites of Committal with Military Honors will follow in Island Pond Cemetery on Center St. in Ludlow. Visiting Hours at the funeral home are Thursday, June 11 from 6 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Ludlow Senior Center Billiard Club c/o Fred Lafayette, 141 Posner Circle, Ludlow, MA 01056. Bissaillon, Francis J. Died: June 6, 2015. Funeral Services June 12, 2015. Kapinos-Mazur Funeral Home, Ludlow. Dobrzycki, Mitchell Died June 6, 2015. Funeral Services June 11, 2015. Ludlow Funeral Home. Erickson, Christopher Died June 4, 2015. Funeral Services June 9, 2015. Acton Funeral Home Gonzaga, Antonio. Died June 5, 2015. Funeral Services June 10, 2015. Prospect Memorial Funeral Home, Prospect, Conn. The Ludlow Register Obituary Policy Turley Publications offers two types of obituaries. One is a free, brief Death Notice listing the name of deceased, date of death and funeral date and place. The other is a Paid Obituary, costing $75, which allows families to publish extended death notice information of their own choice and may include a photograph. Death Notices & Paid Obituaries should be submitted through a funeral home to: [email protected]. Mitchell Dobrzycki, 89 LUDLOW – Mitchell Dobrzycki, 89, formerly of Ludlow, passed away peacefully on June 6, 2015 at Pond Home Assisted Living in Wrentham surrounded by the love of his family. Born in Ludlow in 1926, son of the late Stanley and Anna (Swartz) Dobrzycki, Mitchell, affectionately known as "Carock" left high school at age 17 to join the Navy in April 1944. He served his country proudly before receiving his honorable discharge in June of 1946 with a final discharge in June 1954 and was the recipient of the American Victory and American Area Medals. During his time in the Navy, Mitchell was a good student completing naval operational training of Scout Bombers and Navy Aviation Radioman School after which he became lead radioman for his squadron. He also flew on Navy SBD2C as a tail-gunner and squadron lead radioman. Mitchell was a lifelong Ludlow resident where he was very active in the community and did a great amount of work in the building of the original St. Mary of the Assumption Parish, where he was a devoted communicant. He worked for many years at Westinghouse, and as a mason, finally working his last 10 years at Ludlow High School before retiring, and also played hockey for Westinghouse in the industrial league where he was their lead the team in scoring. He loved fishing, trapping, hunting, and was a master of plaster, stone work, and masonry in hundreds of homes in western Massachusetts; but his greatest joy in life was spending time with his loving family. He will be remembered as a very generous gentleman who was always there to lend a helping hand to whoever was in need. Mitchell was the beloved husband of the late Shirley (Marabito) Dobrzycki, who predeceased him in 2008; a loving father to Michael Rodio and wife Ann, of Wrentham; a cherished grandfather to James Rodio and Jessica Lorusso and husband Joe, and their new son Joseph; a cherished uncle to Dr. Deborah (Dobrzycki) Chun and husband Dr. Yong Sung, of Bristol, Conn., Richard Besciak and wife Susan, their daughter Ann McCray, and husband Brendon, and their daughter Fiona, all of Orleans; leaves many loving extended family members and dear friends including Alex Rodio and wife Dottie, of Webster; and bids a special farewell to his friends at the Polish American Citizens Club.Funeral services for Mitchell will be held on Thursday, June 11. Visiting hours will be held from noon to 1 p.m. with a funeral home chapel service at 1 p.m. followed by burial with Military Honors in Island Pond Cemetery. Donations may be made in Mitchell's memory to Ludlow High School, 500 Chapin St. Ludlow, Ma. 01056 for the benefit of student activities. For additional information, please visit ludlowfuneralhome.com Christopher Joseph Erickson, 58 ACTON – Christopher Joseph Erickson, of Acton, born on Jan. 4, 1957, beloved husband, father, son and brother, passed away peacefully on June 4, 2015. He was 58 years old. Chris grew up in Milford, but eventually moved to Longmeadow and Ludlow, graduating from Cathedral High School in Springfield. He was a proud graduate of Notre Dame and earned his MBA from Northeastern. Chris worked for the Digital Equipment Corporation in the United Kingdom and other high tech firms in the area. Most recently, he was employed as a consultant with the Massachusetts Department of Transportation. Chris loved spending time with his family, a great source of inspiration for him, and enjoyed summer vacations at the beach on Martha's Vineyard, getaways to HARVEST BIBLE CHAPEL Pastor Doug Gray Sunday 10:00 a.m. Ludlow High School, 500 Chapin St., Ludlow, MA www.harvestwesternmass.org God Loves You Freeport, Maine, classical music concerts at Tanglewood and cheering for his favorite teams; the Boston Red Sox, New England Patriots and much-loved Fighting Irish of Notre Dame. Chris knew his life was blessed and celebrated his successes, milestones and important events with gusto. He was a source of encouragement and joy for his large circle of family and friends and will be remembered for his genuine kindness, loving heart and the many ways he touched the lives of all he encountered. His life brought many gifts to us all and he will be in our hearts forever.Chris will be deeply missed by his loving family – his wife of 24 years, Faith (MacLennan) Erickson and their son Kyle Patrick Erickson, both of Acton; his father and his beloved mother for over 40 years, Bob and Jean Erickson of Ludlow brother Michael (Kathy) Erickson of Sutton, sisters Andrea (Anthony Smith) Erickson of Marlborough, Sandy (David) Fidalgo of East Longmeadow, Susan Strycharz of Ludlow, and Roberta (Anthony) Curzio of Longmeadow; nieces and nephews – Amy Pafumi, Nathan and Garrett Fidalgo, Rachael, Andrew & Colin Erickson, Chad King, Anthony Curzio and Bryton Coffey. Chris also leaves many aunts, uncles and a large extended loving family here and in Thank you Germany who will treasure St. Jude for his memory. He was predeprayers answered. ceased by his beloved Mother, Anna Maria Erickson TWB in 1969. Exceptions will be made only when the family provides a death certificate and must be pre-paid. Antonio Gonzaga, 63 NAUGAUTUCK, Conn. – Antonio Gonzaga, 63, of Naugatuck, passed away Friday, June 5, 2015 at the Hospital for Special Care in New Britain surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of Elisa (Pereira) Gonzaga. Mr. Gonzaga was born in Manteigas, Portugal on Aug.12, 1951 a son of the late Joaquim and Conceicao Gonzaga. While living in Portugal he served 4 years in the Portuguese military. Mr. Gonzaga retired in 2008 after having worked for Cocchiola Paving for over 30 years, and was a communicant of St. Antony's Catholic Church in Prospect. His main enjoyment was spending quality time with family and friends. He also enjoyed long Sunday rides, fishing, watching soccer, building boats, home projects, playing with his grandchildren, and being surrounded by laughter and love. His two main passions were cooking and gardening. He was a dedicated and loving family man that was adored by many. In addition to his wife, Mr. Gonzaga is survived by a daughter: Marlane Southard and her husband Mark of Prospect, a son: Carlos Gonzaga and his wife Susie of Naugatuck, a sister Maria Magalhaes of Massachusetts, a brother: Porfirio Gonzaga of Portugal, 4 grandchildren: Jake Anthony Southard and Mason James Southard of Prospect, Carlos Alberto Gonzaga Jr. and Angel Marie Gonzaga of Naugatuck, and several nieces and nephews. Mr. Gonzaga's funeral was held on Wednesday, June 10, 2015 at 9:30 a.m. at Prospect Memorial Funeral Home on 72 Waterbury Road, and will move from Prospect to St. Anthony's Roman Catholic Church on 4 Union City Road and back to Prospect for a mass at 10 a.m. Burial will be at St. James Cemetery in Naugatuck. Calling hours were held at the funeral home on Tuesday June 9, 2015 from 6 to 8 p.m. To place online condolences please log onto www.prospectmemorial.com Sympathy Floral Arrangements Cemetery Memorials ✦ Markers Granite Benches Religious Statuary ✦ Outdoor Display Custom & Traditional Designs Randalls Farm & Greenhouse 631 Center Street, Ludlow 589-7071 ~ www.randallsfarm.net MEMORIALS haluchsmemorials.com RAY HALUCH INC. 1014 Center St ❙ Ludlow, MA ❙ 583-6508 June 10, 2015 • Datebook What’s happening... WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10 THE INDIAN ORCHARD CITIZEN’S COUNCIL will feature a presentation for Jesse Lederman, a candidate for Springfield City Council at the IOCC, 117 Main Street on Wednesday, June 10 at 6:30 p.m. THE INDIAN ORCHARD CITIZEN’S COUNCIL will be having its regular monthly meeting on Wednesday, June 10 at 7 p.m. at Myrtle Street Park on 117 Main Street. The guest speakers will be Nora Burke of PVTA Bus Rapid Transit and Jay Minkaral of Develop Springfield. Any questions call the IOCC at 413-543-3172. THURSDAY, JUNE 11 HOTALING PRESENTS: “THE YANKEES HAD SOMETHING TO DO WITH IT.” On Thursday, June 11 at 6:30 p.m. Ludlow Author Kerry Hotaling will give a talk and signing of his new book at Hubbard Memorial Library. He has spent a significant amount of time in Gettysburg including participating in Civil War reenactments. His book "The Yankees had something to do with it" focuses on the Civil War from the point of view of a Civil War General. This event is free and open to the public. Books will be available for $15. Iced tea and lemonade will be provided by The Friends of the Library. Call 413-583-3408 to reserve your seat. FRIDAY, JUNE 12 LUDLOW CARES and the Pioneers will be presenting the first Project Purple Night at Lusitano Stadium on Friday, June 12 on 400 Winsor Street. The game starts at 7:30 p.m. Folks can meet players and get autographs after the game. The cost is $5 for adults and $3 for youth. Those who sport purple will have their name entered to win a prize from Ludlow CARES. THURSDAY, JUNE 16 VETERAN HERO: AN AVERAGE DAY IN DEPLOYMENT. Ludlow Veteran Jim Jyz will share his experience about the average day of military deployment, including finding food and the workflow on Thursday, June 16 at 6:30 p.m. at the Hubbard Memorial Library. There will be time for questions at the end of the talk. This program is provided by Ludlow Veteran's Services. Iced tea and lemonade will be provided by the Friends of the Library. SATURDAY, JUNE 20 THE FIRST CHURCH IN LUDLOW will be holding its annual Strawberry Supper on Saturday, June 20 in the Fellowship Hall of the church on 859 Center Street (Route 21). Dinner will include ham with raisin sauce, baked beans, potato salad, coleslaw, rolls and butter, beverages and strawberry shortcake. The cost is $12 for adults and $6 for children. Dinner will be served at 5 p.m. and at 6:30 p.m., with take-out meals available for pick-up at 5:30 p.m. Reservations for dinner sittings or take-outs may be made by calling Bea at 413-583-4595 or Ann at 413-547-8720. THE POLISH AMERICAN VETERANS CLUB OF WILBRAHAM is sponsoring a baseball game between the Paw Sox vs. Buffalo Bisons on Saturday, July 25. Box seats, all-you-can-eat 90-minute pregame lunch includes hot dogs, burgers, chicken tenders, salad, chips, popcorn and ice cream bars. Cost is $45. For more information for either game, call Rich Gosciminski at 413-583-4610 or Wally Nowak at 413967-6388. THE POLISH AMERICAN VETERANS CLUB OF WILBRAHAM presents the Pennsylvania Dutch Tour with Biblical Show “Joseph” on Aug. 19 through 21. With the $389 per person double, the trip includes two night at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, two buffet breakfasts, dinner show on the first night and family-style dinner at an actual Amish home. Tours include guided Amish country visit, Clover Hill Winery, Hershey Chocolate World and Kitchen Kettle Village Shops. The bus departs at 7 a.m. from PAV Berkshire Avenue. Checks should be made payable to PAV. Mail to: Wally Nowak, 221 North St., Trl18 Ware, Ma. 01082. To reserve seats call Wally Nowak at 413-967-6388. UPCOMING ST. ELIZABETH PARISH, LUDLOW, is now accepting applications for the 18th annual “St. Nick’s Bazaar, set for Saturday, Nov. 7, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Charge is $40 for an 8-foot table. Two tables is an additional $40. To request an application, call Pat at 413-589-9203 or John at 413-5478971 or email Pat at [email protected]. ONGOING FRESH, FAST, HOMEMADE – St. Elizabeth Youth Ministry hosts Monthly Drive Thru Dinners! The menu for for June 4 – grilled steak or teriyaki chicken, grilled summer The Register • Page 27 Church Directory Week of June 10-16 St. Elizabeth Parish ~ Ludlow – 583-3467 Pastor – Rev. Msgr. Homer P. Gosselin In Residence – Rev. Norman Bolton Deacons, Normand Grondin, Thomas Rickson, Keith Davies (Robert Duval, retired) Wednesday, June 10 – 7:30 a.m. Daily Mass – (C); 6:30 p.m. Holy Mother Choir Rehearsal – (C); 6:30 p.m. Scripture Reflection – (ZR). Thursday, June 11 – 7:30 a.m. Daily Mass – (C); 6:15 p.m. Life Teen Choir Rehearsal – (C). Friday, June 12 – 7:30 a.m. Daily Mass – (C). Saturday, June 13 – 4 p.m. Mass – (C). Sunday, June 14 – 7:30 a.m. Mass – (C); 9:15 a.m. Mass – (C); 10:30 a.m. Women’s Club Communion Breakfast – (FLBH); 11 a.m. Mass – (C); 5 p.m. Mass – (C). Monday, June 15 – 7:30 a.m. Daily Mass – (C); 1 p.m. American Red Cross Blood Drive – (FLBH); 6:30 p.m. Baptismal Class – (JR); 6:30 p.m. Boy Scouts Troop Meeting – (ER). Tuesday, June 16 – 7:30 a.m. Daily Mass – (C); 7 p.m. St. Rita’s Choir Rehearsal – (C); 7 p.m. Pastoral Council – (JR). mornings. Church School – Nursery, coffee hour after the Service. Tuesday 4 – 6 p.m., Prayer vigil; everyone invited. Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. Scouts. Wednesday, 8 p.m. AA. Thursday, 7 p.m. Choir. The new Thrift Shop at First Church will be open Tuesdays from 6 to 8 p.m., Fridays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon, and after Sunday services. Hall rental available. St. Paul’s United Methodist Church 123 Hubbard St. Ludlow 413-583-5754 Rev. Linda Peabody Pastor’s office hours: Wednesdays and Thursdays 10 a.m. to noon Sunday Worship at 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Tuesdays – AA 7:30-8:30 p.m. Thursdays – AA 7:30 -8:30 p.m. *Check out our website at www.stpaulsmethodistchurch.org. Immaculate Conception Church 24 Parker St., Indian Orchard 413-543-3627 Pastor Rev. Stanley Sokol Saturday Vigil Mass – 4 p.m. (English) Sunday Masses – 9 a.m. (English); 11:15 a.m. (Polish); 5 p.m. (English) Monday and Wednesday Morning Masses – 9 a.m. Tuesday and Thursday Daily Masses – 5 p.m. Friday Mass – 9:30 a.m. Saturday Mass – 9 a.m. (Polish) Vigil Mass on Holy Days of Obligation – 5 p.m. Holy Day of Obligation Masses – 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Sts. Peter & Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church 45 Newbury St. Ludlow, MA 01056 Phone Number: 413-583-2140 Rev. Fr. Robert Markovitch, Pastor Sunday Divine Liturgy (Holy Mass) at 8 a.m. Please join us and introduce yourself if you are visiting! The First Church in Ludlow 859 Center Street 413-583-3339 and 413-583-6834 Rev. Robyn Burns, Interim Pastor Office hours: Monday through Thursday, 2:30 to 5 p.m.; Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit our website at www.ludlowfirst.com. The First Church in Ludlow is now open for prayer and meditation on Tuesdays from 4 to 6 p.m. Anyone is welcome to come in for some peace, quiet and contemplation, and to take a “time out” from the bustle of life. Please join us in solitude or in fellowship. Worship Service – 9:30 a.m. Sunday Union Church of Christ (United Church of Christ) 51 Center St., Ludlow 413-583-5717 Pastor: Rev. Jeffrey K. Erb Worship Service and Sunday School: Sunday, 10 a.m. (Fellowship hour following) Office Hours: Wednesday, 9 a.m. to noon Choir Practice: Sunday, 9 a.m. Christ the King Church 41 Warsaw Ave. Pastor Rev. Raymond A. Soltys Saturday Vigil Masses – 5 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Sunday Masses – 7:30 a.m.; 8:45 a.m. (Polish); 10 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. Sunday Evening Mass – 5:30 p.m. Saint Jude’s Mission Church 221 Main St., Indian Orchard Fr. William Pomerleau, Pastor 413-782-8041 Please note: services for St. Jude’s Mission Church are now taking place at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Church, 407 Boston Road, Springfield. Saturday Mass – 4 p.m. Spanish Mass – Sundays 12 p.m. Sunday Mass – 8:15 – 10:30 a.m. Daily Mass – Monday, Tuesday, Friday: 7 a.m. Tuesday: 6 p.m. Confessions in Spanish; 6:30 p.m. Adoration of Blessed Sacrament in Spanish Thursday: 6:30 p.m. Reconciliation Schedule: Saturday 3:15 to 3:45 p.m. or by appointment. Harvest Bible Chapel Services are held at 10 a.m. each Sunday at Ludlow High School. Children’s church and nursery are avail- vegetables, seasoned rice and salad. Place your order by noon the day before. Pick up your dinner from the SJB Pastoral Center. Cost is $7.50 per individual serving or a Family Meal Deal for $25 (four servings; mix and match). Contact Lisa Saloio at 413-459-7435 or via email at [email protected]. MANY OF US ARE AFFECTED BY A LOVED ONE SUFFERING FROM DRUG ABUSE. The Michael J. Dias Foundation sponsors a support group for families and friends trying to cope. This group is held at Health South in Ludlow on Tuesday evenings from 6:30.to 8 p.m. A safe and confidential environment is provided for participants to receive the support and understanding they need. All are welcome. able. For more information, visit www.harvestwesternmass.org. Faith Community Chapel A Church of the Nazarene 485 East St., Ludlow 413-583-7875 Pastor Rev. Douglas E. Fish Sunday Services: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School for all Ages; 10:30 a.m. Fellowship for all Ages; 11 a.m. Sunday Worship Service. Thursday, 6:30 p.m. Prayer meeting www.faithcommunitychapel.org The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 584 West Street, Ludlow 413-583-8454 Sunday Services: 10 – 11 a.m. – Combined Family Service Adult Classes: 11 a.m. to noon – Adult Sunday School; Noon to 1 p.m. – Adult Religious/ Marriage and Parenting Classes for Men; Noon to 1 p.m. – Adult Religious/ Marriage and Parenting Classes for Women. Children’s Classes: (Ages 3-11) 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday School and Singing Time; Teen Classes (Ages 1218); 11 a.m. to noon Teen Sunday School; Noon to 1 p.m. Classes for Young Women; Noon to 1 p.m. Classes for Young Men; Young Single Adults: (ages 18-30); 11 a.m. to noon Teen Sunday School; Noon to 1 p.m. Classes for Young Single Adult Women; Noon to 1 p.m. Classes for Young Single Adult Men. A Novena to St. Peregrine, patron saint for those with cancer, takes place every Monday at 5:30 p.m. at Mary Mother of Hope Church, 840 Page Blvd., Springfield. Cancer patients, cancer survivors, friends of cancer victims, and the general public are invited to attend. Orchard Covenant Church 95 Berkshire Street Indian Orchard, MA 01151 413-543-4204 Rev. Nancy Ebner, pastor Worship: 10 a.m., coffee hour follows Gamblers Anonymous: Sunday at 6 p.m. Narcotics Anonymous: Monday at 7 p.m. Summer Bucket Drumming for five Tuesdays starting June 30. Pre-registration required. Call the Church for more information or visit www.orchardcovenant.org. Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. for all ages Worship: 11 a.m., coffee hour follows Wednesday at noon – Community Lunch (free) Wednesday at 7 p.m. – Choir Practice Thursday 8-9 a.m. – Prayer in the Pastor’s Study Third Saturday of every month at 8:30 a.m. – Men’s Fellowship Breakfast For more information, visit www.orchardcovenant.org. For more information, call Albina Zamora 413-543-2374. Checks payable to Ludlow Golden Seniors Tours. Mail to Albina Zamora, 99 Devens St., Indian Orchard, MA 01151. PLEASE DO NOT CALL THE SENIOR CENTER. ST. ELIZABETH PARISH OF LUDLOW is offering a trip to New York City on Saturday, June 27. Spend the day as you wish. Leave Ludlow at 7 a.m. and depart Manhattan at 7 p.m. The cost ($50 pp) includes driver tip, maps and a tour director for advice and suggestions. Also, a 5-day trip to the Thousand Islands, Toronto and Niagara Falls from June 4-8, 2015 ($1,299 pp dbl; 7 meals); and a 15-day trip to Brazil, Argentina, Peru and Machu Picchu from Oct. 12-27, 2015 ($6,875 pp dbl; 24 meals). Contact Jim Martin at 413-5836339 or at [email protected]. TRIPS THE LUDLOW GOLDEN SENIORS CLUB will host the following trips –Tuesday, June 23 – Lobster Playhouse, Newport, R.I. Lobster, roasted chicken, BBQ chickenPlayhouse Comedy Show and two Cabaret shows. Departs 8:45 a.m., returns approximately 7:30 p.m. Cost $95. THE POLANIE CLUB PRESENTS THE FOLLOWING TRIPS: BEAUPORT PRINCESS BRUNCH CRUISE – Sunday, July 19, includes motorcoach, driver gratuity, brunch buffet aboard the ship cruising past Gloucester and free time Please see DATEBOOK, Page 28 Page 28 • The Register • June 10, 2015 DATEBOOK from Page 27 in Rockport. Cost $109 p/p. LAS VEGAS – Sept. 6-11, R/T Motorcoach to Hartford, R/T Nonstop airfare with Southwest Airlines, R/T transfers in Las Vegas, 5 nights accommodations at Flamingo Las Vegas. Cost $669 p/p double occupancy plus $28/room/night Mandatory Resort Fee. For information and reservations for any of these trips, contact Loretta Goyette at 413-592-7350 or Sue Reilly at 413-583-3111. All trips leave from Szot Park in Chicopee. MARY MOTHER OF HOPE CHURCH IS SPONSORING THE FOLLOWING TRIPS – Wednesday, Aug. 26 – Historic Lexington & Concord; includes motor coach, tour guide to the Road to Revolution, luncheon at the historic Wayside Inn, the oldest operating inn in the country, time to browse the schoolhouse & grist mill, a stop a Colonial Candies or Wilson Farms, gratuities. The trip starts at 7:45 a.m. and runs until 6 p.m. Cost is $78 pp. Sept. 9 – Country Legends Show at the Log Cabin: enjoy the music of Dolly Parton, Kenny Rogers, Willie Nelson, Reba McIntire and Johnny Cash, The show includes a luncheon, meal tax and gratuities for $65 per person. (This is a self-drive event.) Sept. 11 – Mystic, Conn. Enjoy a 2 and a half hour sightseeing cruise along the historic Mystic River to Fishers’ Island Sound, then have free time for lunch and shopping at Mystic Village, $59 pp. Sept. 18-20 – Adirondack Balloon Festival, Lake George, N.Y. Includes two breakfasts, dinner and a show, Luncheon Cruise, Balloon Festival, admission to the Automobile Museum in Saratoga , Lake George “Colonial Guided Tour” with Prospect Mountain. Baggage, meal & driver ’s gratuities included. Cost is $395 dbl; $75 deposit at SIGN UP. CX protection: $35 available at SIGN UP only. To reserve your seat, call Sylvia at 413594-2757. “Joseph” showing at the Millennium Theatre in Lancaster, Penn. Tour includes round trip transportation from Ludlow, overnight accommodations, lunch & casino bonus at the Sands Casino, 2 full breakfasts, Wine & Cheese reception, Dinner & Show, “Chalk Talk” presentation, “Joseph” Dinner at Hershey Farm, Longwood Gardens, All taxes and gratuities, cost is $455 per person double. Oct. 12-27 – Spirit of South America – 15 days, 24 meals exploring Brazil, Argentina and Peru. Breakfast daily, 2 lunches, 8 three course dinners, Samba Show, Tango Show plus many more exciting attractions, cost is $6,875. Nov. 15-16 – Turning Stone Resort includes overnight accommodations, 2 Gaming packages, breakfast buffet, $15 meal coupon, baggage handling, all taxes & gratuities. All trips include transportation from Christ the King Church. To sign up, call Sue Brown at 413-3352297. CHRIST THE KING PARISH TRIPS – Sept. 14-16 – SP TLIGHT This week’s PIZZA CORNER T&J AUTO BODY Beer • Wine • Pizza • Grinders • Spaghetti • Salads Tues., Wed., Thurs, 11 am-9 pm Fri. & Sat. 11 am-10 pm, Sunday 2 pm-9 pm • Closed Mon. We meet by accident 70 East St., Ludlow MA REPAIRS• PAINTING • WELDING GLASS • INSTALLATION 583-3088 239 Hubbard St., Ludlow BELANGER Roofing • Siding Gutters Replacement Windows (413) 583-4411 Proud publishers of 15 community newspapers 583-4026 JOE’S AUTO BODY The Collision Experts 413-547-6455 www.turley.com www.joesautobodyinc.com Leitao insurance 583-6424 564 Center Street Ludlow, MA The good service people. PIZZA CORNER Pizza Beer Wine Grinders Salads Spaghetti James A. 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(413)563-0487 SEAMLESS INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS Epoxy concrete and concrete restoration., sidewalks, garages, basements. Call Brian (413)563-6543, Kevin (413)8879706. Fully insured. Free estimates. NEW ENGLAND CARPET CARE with 20+ years experience commercial and residential carpet and upholstery cleaning. Owner operated. 100% guaranteed (413)244-6486, (413)592-2911 AIR CONDITIONING- AFFORDABLE, professional service & repair on all brands, central a/c & mini split systems. Tony’s Heating & Cooling Service (413)221-7073 [email protected] Computer Services Home Improvement COMPUTERS SHOULDN’T BE frustrating or frightening. I’ll come to you. Upgrades, troubleshooting, set-up, tutoring. Other electronics too. Call Monique (413)237-1035. ACO MASONRY, HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING All types of masonry work. Chimney repair, tile work, stucco, stone, brick, block, concrete, flat work, pavers, retaining walls. Heating & Air Conditioning Service & Installation Furnaces, Sheet Metal Power Washing Licensed & Insured Commercial & Residential Free Estimates Competitive Rates Call Adam Ouimette 413-3747779 Call Mike FREE PICK-UP ANY metal household items, appliances, pools, mowers, auto parts, yard furniture, grills, fencing, boilers. Call (860)970-4787. (413) 348-7967 ACE CHIMNEY SWEEPS. Cleanings, inspections, repairs, caps, liners, waterproofing, rebuilds. Gutterbrush Installations. Local family owned since 1986. HIC #118355. Fully insured. (413)547-8500. HOME THEATER, AV Tech. (Cert. ISF/HAA). The only Cert. Installers in this area. Put in theater for you or install a Plasma the right way. Sales, service. 413374-8000, 413-374-8300. www.a-v-tech.com CHAIR SEAT WEAVING & refinishing - cane, fiber rush & splint - Classroom instructor, 20+ years experience. Call Walt at (413)267-9680 for estimate. I’M YOUR GIRL Friday. Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs too! Clean your house, cook a meal, laundry, errands, and appointments. Call me when you need my help (413)657-9960 Serious inquiries only please. CHIMNEY SERVICES: CLEANINGS, caps, dampers, repairs including masonry and liners. The best for less!!! Worcester to Pittsfield. www.expresschimney.com 413-650-0126, 508-245-1501 Colonial Carpentry Innovations, Inc. Design & Build Team A B Hauling and Removal Service www.colonialinnovation.com Kitchens • Baths • Doors • Additions Renovations • Custom Designs • New Homes Lifetime Warranty on Craftsmanship lic. & ins. From framing to finish work! No job too big or too small. [email protected] We powerwash houses, decks, patios. roof cleaning/ non-pressure wash. Removes ugly dark staining & moss. Free estimates. Fully insured, owner operated, Call (413)297-4276 BILODEAU AND SON Roofing. Established 1976. New re-roofs and repairs. Gutter cleanings and repairs. Licensed/ insured. Call (413)967-6679. C Specializing in all phases of carpentry. Bob (413) 374-6175 or Jen (413) 244-5112 DK POWERWASHING 90 YEAR OLD company offering free in-home water testing. Call Eric 413-244-8139 Stetson arpentry HIC#169216 Fully Insured • Senior Citizen Discount Contact Jim 413-544-4906 Jess 413-668-5040 “New World Technology with Old World Quality” *******A & B HOUSEHOLD REMOVAL SERVICE******* Cellars, attics, garages cleaned, yard debris. Barns, sheds, demolished. Swimming pools removed. Cheaper than dumpster fees and we do all the work. Lowest rates. Fully insured. (413)267-3353, cell (413)2228868. Call us toll free at 1-800-824-6548 Services A & M TUNE-UPS Bulk trash removal, cleanouts, 10% discount with this ad. Free Est. (413)596-7286 ✦ Services Push lawnmowers, riding mowers and small engine repair. Work done at your home. ********A A CALL – HAUL IT ALL******** www.turley.com Services ***** A CALL WE HAUL WE TAKE IT ALL WE LOAD IT ALL Lowest Rates, accumulations, junk, estates, attics, garages, appliances, basements, demo services 10% disc. with this ad. All Major CC's CALL NOW (413)531-1936 WWW.ACALLWEHAUL.COM ✦ PAINT AND PAPER Over 25 years experience. References. Lic #086220. Please call Kevin 978355-6864. PLUMBING JOBS DONE by fast and accurate master plumber. Small jobs welcome. Cheap hourly rate. LC9070 Paul 413-323-5897. RUBBISH REMOVAL, ATTICS, cellars, garages cleaned. Light moving. Call someone you know. Bob Robillard's Odd Job Service (413)537-5090 or (413)547-8502 WE RENOVATE, SELL & PURCHASE (any condition) horse drawn vehicles such as sleighs, carriages, surreys, wagons, dr’s buggies, driveable or lawn ornaments. Some furniture and other restoration services available. Reasonable prices. Quality workmanship. Call (413)213-0373 for estimate and information. Demers & Sons Belchertown, MA Electrician BILL CAMERLIN. ADDITIONS, service changes, small jobs for homeowners, fire alarms. Fast, dependable, reasonable rates. Insured, free estimates. E280333. 24 hour emergency service. (413)427-5862. Appliances DEPENDABLE ELECTRICIAN, FRIENDLY service, installs deicing cables. Free estimates. Fully insured. Scott Winters electrician Lic. #13514-B Call (413)244-7096. COLEMAN APPLIANCE SERVICE. Servicing all makes and models of washers, dryers, refrigerators, stoves, dishwashers, air conditioners. Also dryer vent cleaning. (413)536-0034. ELECTRICAL WORK. NO job too large/ small. Residential/ Commercial. 33+ years experience. Senior Discounts. Free estimates. Insured. #31521E. Chris (413)575-0338. Child Services *NEW STATE LAW. Anyone advertising caring of children must list a license number to do so if they offer this service in their own home. Cleaning Services CRYSTAL CLEAR WINDOWS Clean inside/ outside including storms/ screens. Fully insured. Free estimates. Call Paul (413)237-2053. JAMES FERRIS: LICENSE #E16303. Free estimates. Senior Discounts. Insured. 40 years experience. No job too small. Cell (413)330-3682. Excavating GARY GUERTIN EXCAVATING Screened loam, Bobcat and mini excavator services, grading and land clearing, brush mowing, concrete demolition, power raking and oil tank removal. (413)5313538 or (413)583-3846. 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Call Bob (413)596-8807 Cell CS Lic. #97110, HIC Lic #162905 following ZONE(s): Quabbin ❏ TRUCK DRIVERS NEEDED A & B CDL CLASSES + BUS Chicopee, Ma (413)592-1500 UNITED TRACTOR TRAILER SCHOOL Unitedcdl.com Suburban Landscaping Hilltowns **ALL SEASON** Specializing shrub trimming, pruning, design, deliveries, loader, backhoe, insured. Professional. Please call Bob (413)537-5789 (413)5387954. ❏ ❏ OUR CLASSIFIEDS ARE ONLINE 24/7 AND REACH 50 COMMUNITIES EVERY WEEK! June 10, 2015 • Buzzin’ from Town to Town ✦ www.turley.com Landscaping Painting Pets A+ ROZELL’S LANDSCAPING & TREE SERVICE FORBES & SONS PAINTING & STAINING, LLC Interior/ exterior, new construction, all applications, pressure washing, restorations, wallpaper removal, deck restorations, ceilings, drywall, carpentry repairs. Residential/Commercial. Owner operated since 1985. Free estimates. Insured. 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AFFORDABLE POOL OPENINGS, cover pumping, tear downs, filter repair, new/used filters, motors, weekly vacs, chemicals. Call LaRue (413)583-7890 (413)289-0164, (413)386-8557 Masonry ART’S CHIMNEY SERVICE quality craftsmanship at an affordable price. Repairs, rebuilds, new construction, walkways & patios. Over 30yrs Experience. Call Art at (413)536-0605 Free estimates, insured Register • Page 31 Classifieds Turley Publications’ Community Marketplace Full Service Property Maintenance Bobcat & Chipper Service Tree, Brush, Shrub, Stump Grinding Fully Insured Competition Doesn’t Cut It! 413-636-5957 The QUABBIN PAINTING INTERIOR/ EXTERIOR PAINTING, handyman, house and deck powerwashing, deck staining, gutters cleaned. Prompt professional service. Call 413-323-6425 [email protected] SPECIALTY PAINTING, RESTORATION, REFINISHING, Repairs, Drywall, Carpentry, Kitchen, Bathroom Renovations, Free Estimates, Licensed, Lead Safe Renovator, Fully Insured. 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Gift Certificates available (860)668-1656, (860)668-9990 www.endofhunt.com Help Wanted CLASS A CDL Truck Drivers Windsor, CT Shuttle and Relay Routes $24/HR - HOME DAILY Full Time or Part Time Flex Schedules Available Call Corey @ 1-855-420-0149 DRIVERS: NEED A Change? More hometime this Summer? 60K+ Per Year. Full Benefit Package + Bonuses. CDL-A 1 Yr. Exp. 855-454-0392 FREE ROOF INSPECTIONS. ALL TYPES OF ROOFING, shingle, flat and slate. Call Local Builders (413)626-5296. Complete roofing systems and repairs. Fully licensed and insured. MA CS #102453, CT Reg. 0615780. Lifetime warranty. Senior Discount. 24 hour service. PACKAGE STORE CLERK- P/T Register experience. Hours vary. Some weekend work required. 21+ only. Please call Carol, leave message (413)736-5664. SKY-TECH ROOFING, INC. 25 years experience. Commercial, residential. Insured. Shingles, single-ply systems. Tar/ gravel, slate repairs. 24 hour Emergency Repairs. (413)536-3279, (413)348-9568, (413)204-4841. THE TOWN OF Ludlow is seeking applicants for the position of Building Maintenance Supervisor at the Ludlow Community Center/Randall’s Boys & Girls Club. The Building Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the safe operation of building maintenance, repairs to the building & grounds, all general building maintenance tasks, managing the Automatic Logic System to oversee heating, ventilation & HVAC, performs light carpentry & minor plumbing repairs, monitors compliance w/ building & safety code regulations. Qualifications include a High School Diploma or equivalent; a basic understanding of trades related to building maintenance and repair; familiar w/ basic computer applications and effective communication skills. Previous exp. w/ pool maintenance preferred. Working hours: Mon-Fri, 4am – 12pm, hourly range $13.87-$16.82 w/ excellent benefits. Applications are available at www.ludlow.ma.us under Human Resources. Candidates must send a completed application and resumé to [email protected] or mail to HR, 488 Chapin St, Ludlow 01056. Closing date is Friday, June 19, 2015 at noon. The Town of Ludlow is an AA/EOE SNOW AND RAIN PROBLEMS – TRY GALVALUMNE METAL ROOFING 20 COLORS AND CARRIES A 40 YEAR WARRANTY CALL FOR A FREE BROCHURE FISH ASSOCIATES 413-596-4372 Tree Work AERIAL BUCKET, BOBCAT grapple rake, log truck, hazardous tree removals, site protection mats, over 30 yrs. exp. Fair estimates (413)323-6797. AFFORDABLE STUMP GRINDING. Fast, dependable service. Free estimates. Fully insured. Call Joe Sablack. 1-413-436-9821 Cell 1-413-537-7994 ATEKS TREE- HONEST,quality tree service. From pruning to house lot clearing. Fully insured. Free estimates. Firewood sales. (413)687-3220. WILLOW TREE SERVICE 30+ yrs experience. Free estimates. Fully insured. Removals, pruning, storm damage. Serving Westfield and surrounding areas. (413)569-3383 (413)214-2779 www.willowtreeservicellc.com. Pets BE A RESPONSIBLE PET OWNER - Financially needy? Call for assistance to spay/neuter your cat/dog. (413)565-5383 CONCERNED CITIZENS FOR ANIMALS. ENGLISH SPRINGER SPANIELS AKC, ready in June, 1st shot, worming. (413)596-8190. PART-TIME BARTENDERSNIGHTS, weekends, days & parties. American Legion, Granby. Call Ed (413)467-9545. ✦ Real Estate Call us toll free at 1-800-824-6548 Real Estate For Rent AGAWAM SINGLE FAMILY house, breezeway, garage, washer/ dryer., excellent condition, dead-end street , $1,600 Westfiled- 2 BR apt. $875 (413)537-4654 TOOMEY-LOVETT 109 West St. Ware, MA 01082 www.Century21ToomeyLovett.com 413-967-6326 800-486-2121 West Brookfield: 508-867-7064 OUR INVENTORY HAS DWINDLED LIST NOW PROPER PRICING EQUALS FAST SALES Call us for an accurate FREE market analysis. 413-967-6326/800-486-2121 BARRE: This property would make a good start for a Bed & Breakfast or a home for a large family. 4 BR, 3 BA, some updates have been done. Needs a lot of TLC. Swim spa in the family room with hot tub! $199,900 HARDWICK: Pride of Ownership in this 1860 Antique Colonial, 4 BR, 1 BA, beautiful gardens, with stone walls. Many major updates, open KT/DR, front to back livingroom $179,900 HARDWICK: Beautifully maintained home on corner lot. 4 BR, 2 BA, lg. closets in bedrooms, Entire home renovated 10 years ago, central vac, 2 person Jacuzzi tub w/separate shower. $198,000 OAKHAM: 3 BR, 1 BA ranch situated on 2 parcels for a total of 5.9 acres. Separated by the 5 Mile River, hardwoods, eat-in kitchen, heated sun room, new septic 2013. $299,000 WARE: Charming Victorian in pristine condition w/Carriage house. 3 BR, 1 BA, stain glass, crown molding, tray ceilings, hardwood flooring. Combination Kitchen and Butlers pantry. $196,900 Dorrinda O’Keefe-Shea Glenn Moulton Jill Stolgitis Mary Hicks Alan Varnum Bruce Martin Joe Chenevert Michael McQueston 978-434-1990 413-967-5463 413-477-8780 508-612-4794 508-867-2727 508-523-0114 508-331-9031 508-362-0533 Your Ad Could be Here!! ACCOUNTANT The Pioneer Valley Transit Authority is seeking to fill a full-time position of Senior Accountant/Controller to be responsible for managing the general accounting, accounts receivable and payroll functions for the Authority. Salary range up to 60K with full benefits. CPA preferred but not required. Review detailed job requirements under Careers at www.pvta.com prior to submitting resume and cover letter. Upload via our website or mail to PVTA, Attn; HR Manager, 2808 Main Street, Springfield, MA 01107. EOE/DF. REAL ESTATE ASSOCIATES 967-7355 FOR RENT JILL A. GRAVEL, BROKER gravelrealestate.com Thinking of Selling? Call us today for a Free Market Analysis of your home! Make sure to ask for a Free One Year Home Warranty when you list your home with any Gravel RE Agent! All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act of 1968, which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status (number of children and or pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, or any intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate that is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertising in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain about discrimination call The Department of Housing and Urban Development “ HUD” toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. For the N.E. area, call HUD at 617-565-5308. The toll free number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. LUDLOW- ROOMING HOUSE, one room includes heat & electricity, off-street parking. Income verification required. $440/ month (413)221-2825 OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY, 6/14 11AM - 1PM $269,900 66 Old Poor Farm Rd Ware Fabulous 7RM home surrounded by 2.5 private acres! Evenings call: NICOLE FLAMAND JAVIER STUART LORI FISHER CLAUDIO SANTORO KAYE BOOTHMAN JILL GRAVEL 413-695-2319 413-627-2700 617-620-0027 413-813-8257 413-477-6624 413-364-7353 PALMER 1 ROOM apt., 1st fl, stove & refrigerator, off-street parking. 1st & last. No pets. (413)433-1856. PALMER 1BR - Quiet Secure Country Location. Locked Storage & Laundry in Basement. K/DR Combo - LR-Full Bath. Nice Layout. No Smoke/Pets. 1st/last/sec. $750.00. Breton Est. 413-283-6940 PALMER’S NEWEST LUXURY apts, 1 and 2 bedrooms, large living room, spacious bedrooms w/w. Fridge, range, oak cabinets, off street parking, security lights, tenants laundry. 1-413-283-8673. SOUTH HADLEY 6 rooms, 2nd floor non smokers, no waterbeds or pets. For an application call Ed 532-1584 Real Estate Wanted WANTED TO PURCHASE, GARDEN CONDO one bedroom Woodcrest of Wilbraham. Serious inquires only (413)301-8258 Comm.Real Estate LIQUOR STORE FOR sale. Established location, 30 yrs. Full license, turn key opportunity. Over $600K Merchandise, $150K lottery in sales. 2,000 sq.ft leased store in Westfield. $155K plus inventory separate. Call (413)267-0497. Mobile Homes BRIMFIELD 2 BEDROOMS. 12’x60’ 55 plus park, a/c, appliances, 3-season porch, carport, new furnace, 2 sheds $45,000. 413-593-9961 DASAP.MHVILLAGE.COM For Rent Commercial Rentals THORNDIKE FOR RENT. 1,000 sq. ft. garage and office. Has heat & air $450 month. First, last required. Call (413)267-1908. Vacation Rentals WARM WEATHER IS year round in Aruba. The water is safe, and the dining is fantastic. Walk out to the beach. 3-bedroom weeks available. Sleeps 8. $3500. Email: [email protected] for more information. Autos Wanted $$$ AUTOS WANTED TOP Dollar paid for your unwanted cars, trucks, vans, big and small, running or not. Call 413-534-5400. CASH FOR CARS: Any model or year. We pay Running or not. Sell your truck today. Free towing! offer: 1-800-871-0654. ALL REAL ESTATE advertised herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation, or discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or intention to make any such preference, limitation, or discrimination.” We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis. make, more! car or Instant Boats 1977 C&C SAILBOAT. 26’, fiberglass hull, 8 hp inboard (diesel). Ready to sail. Docked at Westbrook CT. Asking $8,000. Negotiable. Ray (413)575-5335. Motorcycles 2009 V STAR Yamaha 1300 Touring bike. Purchased in October 2010 New, 4,200 miles. Asking $5,800. Call (413)5750246. Page 32 • The Register • June 10, 2015
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