SERVING OUR READERS SINCE 1923 TUESDAY , F EBRUARY 12, 2013 (508) 764-4325/VISIT US AT : www.theheartofmassachusetts.com Newsstand: 50 cents Doing justice to due process T ODA Y ’ S Q UOTE AREA SCHOOLS TAKE PART IN MBA MOCK TRIAL PROGRAM “Time is the most valuable thing a man can spend.” BY MARK ASHTON NEWS STAFF WRITER Theophrastus LOCAL Mark Ashton photos Record bald eagle sightings in the Last Green Valley WORCESTER — It’s a different kind of interscholastic competition. Instead of athletic uniforms, the participants wear dark suits, ties, shirts with cufflinks, shined shoes, and dresses appropriate for a courtroom appearance. Instead of helmets and ball caps, they appear hatless and clean-shaven. Instead of bats and balls or hockey sticks, their equipment includes pens, pencils, legal pads, documentary affidavits, and the all-important lint roller. Students from Webster and Tantasqua Sophomore Victoria Blair opens for the Prosecution. Sturbridge schools are among more than 1,500 high schoolers across the state turning classrooms into practice courtrooms to assume the roles of both lawyers and witnesses during the 28th annual Mock Trial Program presented by the Massachusetts Bar Association (MBA). This year’s Mock Trial Program started Jan. 22 and runs through March 20. The program places high school teams from 16 regions across the state in a simulated courtroom to learn and hone their legal skills. Students from both Tantasqua Regional High School in Sturbridge and Webster’s Bartlett High School are taking part. In fact, they faced off recently “in court” on opposite sides of a criminal case. After spending months in classroom (mostly afterschool) preparation with their coaches, the teams traveled to Worcester’s Registry of Deeds recently to plead their cases in front of a judge, who then graded them not so much on the merits of the case as on their individual and team performances. In this year’s case, the prosecution alleges that the Please Read TRIAL, page A10 Bay Path gets biotech grant Page A3 SPORTS ‘THIS WILL BE HUGE FOR OUR PROGRAM’ BY GUS STEEVES L’Heureux helps Shepherd Hill beat Shrewsbury on Senior Night NEWS STAFF WRITER CHARLTON — Bay Path became the latest school to join the biotech revolution, when it received $16,000 to fund lab equipment, curriculum and training two teachers in the subject last week. “We don’t do a lot with biotech now,” said the school’s program organizer Jamie Ribaudo. “We have limited lab space, so this will be huge for our program.” The grant will tie into the existing freshman life science and sophomore biology classes, which are part of what will develop into a program leading to students taking their science and technology MCAS exams, she said. But most of that will really come to fruition after 2015, when the renovation project finished building seven new science labs. Today, the teachers for this program – Elizabeth Grimes and Joe Cicero – are “traveling teachers,” meaning they have no designated rooms and bring their lab equipment around on carts. The funds come from the Page A8 W INNING L OTTER Y N UMBERS MASS DAILY NUMBERS drawn Saturday night were: 6-0-5-3 MASS. DAILY NUMBERS drawn Sunday afternoon were: 6-9-4-6 MASS DAILY NUMBERS drawn Sunday night were: 6-6-1-3 OPINION five-year-old BioTeach program of the Massachusetts Biotechnology Education Foundation, a group linked with the state’s biotech industry. “Eleven years ago, [the companies] were concerned with workforce development and who would come up to staff an industry that’s growing,” so they collaborated to form MBEF, said MBEF Executive Director Lance Hartford. “... There has been a dramatic increase in the number of high schools offering electives in biotech. The whole CSI trend has helped us greatly.” He’s referring to the hit TV series and related shows that follow forensic investigations, noting the interest has sparked an increase in the number of students taking SATs in biology. Even if the students don’t want a science field, Hartford added, a key secondary goal is to “educate students about science and the wonders of biotech,” and get them to see how science is intertwined with everyday life “in practical Please Read Moore fights heart disease at State House Page A4 GRANT, page Photos courtesy Jacob Edwards Library ART ON DISPLAY SOUTHBRIDGE — On Thursday, Feb. 7, the Jacob Edwards Library hosted a reception for artists John Ferrara and Vivien Goldman. For more photos, turn to page A2! A10 Real ‘American Dreamers’ STURBRIDGE O PINION FAMILY WINS WOOTUBE CONTEST, SETS STAGE FOR FUTURE SUCCESS GET YOUR POINT ACROSS PAGE A4 W HA T T O D O A CALENDAR OF AREA EVENTS PAGE A5 SENIORS SPEAK OUT ON GOVERNOR’S MERGER PLAN BY GUS STEEVES NEWS STAFF WRITER BY MARK ASHTON NEWS STAFF WRITER 6 56525 10441 1 STURBRIDGE — Don’t confuse Rap music with rap music. The former is awardwinning locally produced (written and performed) music capable of eliciting emotion, intelligent discussion, and other forms of artistic appreciation. The latter is the distant offspring of Woody Guthrie’s “talking blues” and too-often “gangsta” jibber jabber set to an annoying background of ‘Local control’ key issue for Meadowview residents Mark Ashton photos Christine and Marcus Rapagnola stand in front of some awards he earned while working in production for The New Kids on the Block. clatter. The music of Christine and Marcus Rap (stage names), also known as the band “American Dreamers,” recently won honors as “Wootube” Video of the Year Award from Charter TV3. Not quite a Grammy, the award is nevertheless big stuff in the immediate area. By way of TV3, Wootube is broadcast to 184,000 homes in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and other parts of New England. Please Read DREAMERS, page A10 CHARLTON — Charlton Housing Authority residents let State Reps. Peter Durant and Paul Frost know they weren’t too happy to hear about the governor’s proposal to regionalize such authorities into six large districts at a forum Thursday morning, Feb. 7. “It’s not a partisan issue,” said Mike Sullivan, a Meadowview resident who was elected to the Housing Authority board last year. “I’m a Democrat and I’m very concerned about how this looks. People don’t want to give up that local control that means better servicing. … When you have to deal with a faceless bureaucrat, good luck.” Monique Muise agreed, noting, among other things, that it would be far easier to address issues if the management staff is here, as it is now. “I love it here,” she said. “ … If they do this, are we going to start looking like Worcester or Boston? That’s not going to look good.” Durant and Frost said they didn’t think the idea was to have the regional authorities run by the major cities, although they could see them being based in the cities. Both were very skeptical of both the governor’s Please Read MEADOWVIEW, page A8 2 • Tuesday, February 12, 2013 Library hosts reception for Ferrara/Goldman exhibit ACCURACY WATCH THE SOUTHBRIDGE EVENING NEWS IS COMMITTED TO ACCURACY IN ALL ITS NEWS REPORTS. ALTHOUGH NUMEROUS SAFEGUARDS ARE IN PLACE TO ENSURE ACCURATE REPORTING, MISTAKES CAN OCCUR. 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Photos courtesy Jacob Edwards Library SOUTHBRIDGE — On Thursday, Feb. 7, the Jacob Edwards Library hosted a reception for artists John Ferrara and Vivien Goldman. In August 2012, John was introduced to photographer Vivien Goldman while her exhibit, “Left and Let Be” was on display at the Jacob Edwards Library in Southbridge. The exhibit featured stark, high contrast, black and white images featuring photographs of abandoned structures in North Dakota shot on film, with her 4x5 view camera. Goldman, a native of San Francisco and longtime resident of Brookline, was intrigued when John posited that his portrait paintings and her desolate interiors could work well together. By joining their works, John felt, they could infuse a specific human presence or character, which is left to the imagination in Goldman’s work, and create entirely new works from amalgamations of the two. The groupings were undertaken with the goal that neither photograph nor portrait would be the dominant element rather that each artist’s contribution would become fused with the other to create a new image. John took several months modifying, grouping and composing these original images from a selection of pre-existing works of each artist. The two then reviewed the results and collaborated on final modifications to their collection, which were debuted at Jacob Edwards Library and are on view for the month of February. News Briefs Harrington Hospital lifts restrictions on young visitors SOUTHBRIDGE — Effective immediately, Harrington Hospital has lifted the restrictions it announced one month ago on young visitors at the hospital. Harrington has lifted its ban on visitors age 16 and under because of the recent decline in flu activity in the region. The hospital still discourages individuals from visiting hospital patients if the visitors feel ill. Harrington Hospital has not had any inpatient flu cases or positive lab tests for the flu recently. Harrington’s flu mask policy, which took effect in December, will remain in place. The policy require all employees, physicians and volunteers who do not receive the flu vaccine to wear surgical masks when they come within three feet of a patient or are entering a patient room or an enclosed treatment area. Walk for Hunger May 5 Project Bread’s 45th Walk for Hunger is Sunday, May 5, 2013. The 20-mile route weaves through Boston, Brookline, Newton, Watertown, and Cambridge, and includes entertainment and free snacks along the way. On May 5th, over 40,000 Walkers will step out and raise $3.5 million to help provide in need with sustainable, reliable access to nutritious food. The rolling start is from 7 to 9 a.m. on the Boston Common. For more information, visit www.projectbread.org or call 617-723-5000. If you or someone you know is struggling to put food on the table, please call Project Bread’s FoodSource Hotline at 1-800-6458333. TheHeartOfMassachusetts.com LEGALS PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE SOUTHBRIDGE PLANNING BOARD In accordance with the provisions of Chapter 40A, §11, M.G.L., the Southbridge Planning Board will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, February 20, 2013, at 6:45 PM in GAR Hall at Southbridge Town Hall, 41 Elm Street, Southbridge, Massachusetts. The purpose of the public hearing is to act on an application filed by MYO Smokers Club for a special permit under §602 Note (f) and §502.54 of the Southbridge Zoning Bylaws to allow a private club within the Central Core District. The property is located at 186 Hamilton Street, Assessors’ Map 35, Lot 146. A copy of the application and plan may be inspected at the Town Clerk's Office from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Monday to Thursday, Thursday evening from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and 8:00 AM to 12:00 Noon Friday. Any person interested or wishing to be heard on the application should appear at the time and place designated. David V. Payeur Chairman, Southbridge Planning Board February 5, 2013 February 12, 2013 has moved to 28 Orchard Street Southbridge, MA Stop in or call Celeste or Loretta for all your travel needs! 508-765-5446 or email: [email protected] • Tuesday, February 12, 2013 3 EDUCATION NOTEBOOK Basic Military Training SAN ANTONIO, Texas — Air National Guard Airman 1st Class Patrick T. McConville graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military disci- Patrick T. McConville pline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. McConville is the son of Ann McConville of Merriam Road, and nephew of Joel Novak of Old Worcester Road, both of Charlton. He is a 2012 graduate of Shepherd Hill High School, Dudley. SAN ANTONIO, Texas — Air Force Airman Tyler J. Reich graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, Tyler J. Reich physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. Reich earned distinction as an honor graduate. He is the son of Jon Reich Oakwood Avenue, Dudley. The airman is a 2012 graduate of Shepherd Hill Regional School, Dudley. Clark University WORCESTER — The following local residents were named to first honors on the Clark University Dean’s List. This selection marks outstanding academic achievement during the Fall 2012 semester. Anna R. Gallerani, a resident of Charlton. Nicole M. Curbelo, a resident of Sturbridge. Elizabeth R. Brooks, a resident of Charlton. Jake L. Gubitose, a resident of Fiskdale. Kyle J. Pettinelli, a resident of Southbridge. • Brittany Murphy of Charlton, was placed on the Dean’s List. • Dylan Piehl of Charlton, was placed on the Dean’s List. • Emylia Terrill of Charlton, was placed on the Dean’s List. • Victoria Gagnon of Charlton, was placed on the President’s List. • Rebekah Tower of East Brookfield, was placed on the Dean’s List. • John O’Connor of Fiskdale, was placed on the Dean’s List. • Nicholas Curboy of Southbridge, was placed on the Dean’s List. • Connor Fleming of Southbridge, was placed on the Dean’s List. Massachusetts Maritime Academy Fairleigh Dickinson University MADISON, N.J. — Students at Fairleigh Dickinson University’s College at Florham, located in Madison, N.J. have been named to the Dean’s List for the Fall 2012 Semester. To qualify for the Dean’s List, a student must carry a 3.2 or better grade point average out of a possible 4.0 and be enrolled in a minimum of 12 letter-graded hours (four courses). The following students have qualified: Robert Edmonds of Southbridge. Framingham State University FRAMINGHAM — The following local Framingham State University students were named to the Dean’s List or the President’s list for the Fall 2012 semester: • Ryan Ballenas of Charlton, was placed on the Dean’s List. • Joshua Crowder of Charlton, was placed on the Dean’s List. • Benjamin Hitzfeld of Charlton, was placed on the Dean’s List. • Erin McConville of Charlton, was placed on the Dean’s List. BUZZARDS BAY — Massachusetts Maritime Academy has recently named the following local students to the President’s List during the Fall 2012 semester: • Cadet Hannah Jette, of Fiskdale • Cadet John Kashmanian, of Sturbridge BUZZARDS BAY — Massachusetts Maritime Academy has recently named local student Cadet Samuel Fowler, of Fiskdale, to the Dean’s List during the Fall 2012 semester. Cadet Fowler maintained a grade-pointaverage of between 3.3 and 3.5 during the last semester to achieve this high academic honor. Nichols College DUDLEY — Nichols College’s Office of the Registrar has announced the Dean’s List for the fall semester of 2012. Congratulations to the following students! • Tyler Burlingame of Charlton, earned Dean’s List. • Anthony Champagne of Charlton, earned Dean’s List. • Thomas Haggerty of Charlton, earned For the fourth year, a team of 50 stalwart volunteers from The Last Green Valley, Inc. (TLGV) loaded up binoculars, cameras and cold weather gear and set out to count bald eagles. The group split into 14 teams to survey 25 locations in the watershed on Jan. 12 from 7 to 11 a.m. This year’s team is the largest to date. The Midwinter Eagle Survey is organized by the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection. Nationally, the program is a project of the U.S. Geological Survey, Biological Resources Division. Across the states, every team observes on the same date and during the same hours to make the Midwinter Eagle Survey a national, state and regional snapshot of the health of the eagle population. Bill Reid, TLGV’s Chief Ranger, organized the team of volunteers to participate in the Midwinter Eagle Survey. “Bald eagles are extraordinary birds of prey,” Reid remarked. “They are very large with a wingspan of up to 96 inches and body length of 28-40 inches. Bald eagles are hard to miss.” In 2009, only one bald eagle was sighted on the Quinebaug River. This year TLGV’s team found 13. Most of the eagles sighted during the survey period arrived in The Last Green Valley over the past two months from northern states where the cold weather has frozen over rivers and lakes. Bald eagles are primarily fish eaters, although they have been reported to eat ducks and other prey they can capture. 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Brian Dunn, of Fiskdale. Brian is studying Movement and Sport Stud. Samuel Cooke, of Charlton. Samuel is studying Health Sci / Pre-PA. Derek Tolman, of Charlton. Derek is studying Health Sci / Gen Studies. Lisa Fusco of Wales. Lisa is studying Human Services (UG). The 2013 Last Green Valley Bald Eagle Survey Team — Standing, from left, Carol Wood, Justin Smith, Rob Andrews, Jeff Salvas, Nancy Dziki, Marcy Dawley, Karyn DiBoneventura, Tom Dziki, Richard Governale, Pam Lewerenz, Doug Cutler, Jean Pillo, Virge Lorents, Tenley Nelson, Mike Nelson, Alan Nordell, Mary-Beth Kaiser, Lori Young, Nancy Polydys, Charlene Cutler, Surya Saraswaithi, Jack Peretto, Wendy Brennan. Sitting, from left, Dory Salvas, Kayla Salvas, Charlie Leach, Tom Brennan, Maggie Peretto, Bill Reid, Ken Pickren, Lynne Sarty, Andrew Vaitkunas. Volunteers not pictured include Lois Bruinooge, Susan Konow, Don Konow, Grace Jacobson, Cathy St. Andre, Mary Sharkey, Karen Durlach, David Ostrowski, Eric Thomas, Amy Driscoll and grandson, Art Mullins and crew, Pat Hedenberg, Chrystal Adams, Robert Askins and Karen Askins. 1/2 hp chain drive opener starting at $270.00 TO Springfield College Record bald eagle sightings in the Last Green Valley Liftmaster HOW Dean’s High Honors. • Tyler Lowell of Charlton, earned Dean’s List. • Autumn Roldan-Hines of Charlton, earned Dean’s High Honors. • Amber Tariq of Charlton, earned Dean’s High Honors. • Sarah Tower of Charlton, earned Dean’s High Honors. • Peter Mitchell of East Brookfield, earned Dean’s High Honors. • Akai Cadieux of Southbridge, earned Dean’s List. • Fae Risio of Southbridge, earned Dean’s High Honors. • Matthew Sullivan of Southbridge, earned Dean’s List. • Riley Hodge of Sturbridge, earned Dean’s High Honors. • Ryan Hodge of Sturbridge, earned Dean’s List. • Kristina Lindgren of Sturbridge, earned Dean’s High Honors. • Mark Pover of Sturbridge, earned Dean’s High Honors. 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They may also be made available for resale, with any proceeds going to Stonebridge Press and/or the photo re-print vendor. • Tuesday, February 12, 2013 4 ESTABLISHED 1923 PO BOX 90 SOUTHBRIDGE, MA 01550 TELEPHONE: (508) 764-4325 FAX: (508) 764-8015 www.theheartofmassachusetts.com OPINION Viewpoints and commentary from the Tri-Community and beyond FRANK G. CHILINSKI PRESIDENT & PUBLISHER ADAM MINOR EDITOR We, the People Thomas Jefferson wrote in the Declaration of Independence, it is self-evident that we are all “created equal, endowed by [our] Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness. That to secure these rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed.” However, if our government, “of the people, by the people, and for the people, shall not perish from the earth,” as Abraham Lincoln proclaimed, we, the people, need to learn about how our government works, understanding our role as citizens in our own government, and how to become civically engaged. As citizens of our town, state, and country, we have more to do than just voting or, in the case of many of us, not voting. In order for our UEST democracy to endure, OMMENTARY we must be prepared with knowledge of government and the SEN. RICHARD practices of an T. MOORE engaged citizenry. Unfortunately, our schools must devote so much of class time to preparing students to pass statewide exams in language arts, math and science, that there seems to be no time to teach the fundamentals of citizenship. Horace Mann, the “father of public education,” and a former President of the Massachusetts Senate, fought for public education in order to prepare students for success in a career and to be responsible citizens. The emphasis in education in recent years is more about career success than preserving our democratic system. The 2010 National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) in Civics and History reported that just 25 percent of students had a proficient understanding of civic engagement and learning. Less than half of eighth graders surveyed knew the purpose of the Bill of Rights, and only 1-in-10 had ageappropriate knowledge of the system of checks and balances among our branches of government. Scores were significantly lower for low income and minority students. Slightly more than one-third of teachers report covering civics-related subjects on a regular basis, according to the 2010 NAEP test. The National Campaign for the Civic Mission of Schools notes that less than half of the States, only eighteen or nineteen, require any kind of meaningful assessment in civic learning, sending the message that this is not an essential part of schooling. Although Massachusetts has long had a state law requiring knowledge of civics as a graduation requirement, there is no assessment of the quality of this subject, nor common standards for what should be taught. All of this was the focus of a year-long public policy dialogue among members of the Special Commission on Civic Engagement and Learning, which recently released its report and recommendation. The Commission included representatives of education and civic organizations concerned about the need for greater attention to civic learning and engagement, not only for students in K-12 schools, but for college and adult learners as well. The Commission’s report, entitled “Renewing the Social Compact” seeks to challenge all Massachusetts residents to actively participate in the “social compact” described in the Massachusetts Constitution, “by which the whole people covenants with each citizen, and each citizen with the whole people, that all shall be governed by certain laws for the common good.” Among the recommendations of the Commission are: to fund and implement the MCAS history test in the next few years; to assist school districts with meaningful implementation of the existing civics graduation requirement embodied in Chapter 71, Section 2 of the General Laws; to support the Public Higher Education “Vision Project” Goal Six to implement civic learning and engagement in Massachusetts public colleges and universities; to create an award program to recognize those who are leaders in civic education; and to establish a center for coordinating adult education initiatives in civics to help all citizens become more aware of programs designed to provide the skills for active citizenship. The complete report of the Commission can be reviewed on my web site at www.senatormoore.com. Policymakers have a responsibility to citizens and students to ensure they are informed and prepared, not only when they enter the voting booth, but whenever proposed policy changes may impact their lives, their occupations, or disagree with their ideologies. As such, now is the time that we, the people, move this agenda to promote civic engagement and learning in the Commonwealth forward. Sen. Richard T. Moore represents fourteen towns in South Central Massachusetts and is the President Pro Tempore of the Massachusetts Senate. He served as Chairman of the Special Commission on Civic Engagement and Learning in 2011-2012. G C Courtesy photo MOORE FIGHTS HEART DISEASE AT STATE HOUSE BOSTON — Sen. Richard T. Moore, D-Uxbridge, joined fellow lawmakers by wearing red on Feb. 6, in support of the American Heart Association’s “Go Red For Women” annual event. Established in 2004, “Go Red For Women” was designed to empower women to take charge of their cardiovascular health, dispel the myth that cardiovascular disease is an “old man’s disease,” and to provide the tools necessary for women to live a healthy lifestyle. Here, Sen. Moore stands in solidarity with Senate President Therese Murray, D-Plymouth, House Speaker Robert A. DeLeo, D-Winthrop, and over 100 other state legislators at the Grand Staircase at the State House. TO THE EDITOR Looking back at the Burgess building project To the Editor: As the punch-list for the Burgess Elementary School project dwindles to a few remaining items, I reflect on this amazing journey. Since launching the feasibility study in 2001 the Building Committee has sought dialogue with the school’s many constituencies to ensure this project’s success. For the next decade, no one refused our request to participate; in addition to teachers, staff and parents, we heard from public safety officials, instructional aides, and the tree warden to name just a few. The results of this community barn-raising are evident. Upon approaching the school, you see ball fields germinating from new seed, streetlights that minimize light pollution, and wellmarked pedestrian crossings. Once inside, you encounter a sky-lit lobby, asbestos-free colorful corridors, and classrooms with smart boards and windows that open. At a time when we share a heightened sensitivity to school safety, we are reassured that this beautiful new environment also is outfitted subtly with the latest technology to alert us when something has gone awry. To cannibalize a phrase — it takes a town to build a school. The broad support of our residents made this project possible. And the expert- ise of our partners at Drummey, Rosane, Anderson (architects), Lamoreaux Pagano Associates (project managers), and Fontaine Brothers (general contractor) as well as their subcontractors guided us to success (under budget, ahead of schedule). For all of this, the Building Committee is grateful. It is a rare opportunity to be part of something so great. Thank you for allowing us to serve. ANGELA CHENG-CIMINI CHAIRMAN, STURBRIDGE BUILDING COMMITTEE Answering readers’ questions I never cease to be amazed at the range of questions you readers send to me. While it’s both humbling and rewarding to know that you’re reading the column, I must admit that some of the questions are pretty challenging. Let’s get to a few of them in this TREASURES week’s column. IN YOUR Ken, from Rhode Island (he reads the Blackstone HOME Valley Tribune), sent in the pictures shown with PAUL JOSEPH this week’s column. He found this coin metal detecting some years ago. It is an 1823 silver Bust dime. I used to detect some years ago with an older gentleman from Sturbridge who went by the nickname “the old watchmaker.” We went detecting together quite often, so I have a pretty good idea what coins look like when they come out of the ground. . Here’s my amateur sleuthing regarding this “found” coin. Judging by the rounded pitting visible on both sides, I’d guess it was in the ground for quite a few years. And, since the obverse (front) is more rounded than the reverse, I would surmise that the coin was face up when it and its owner parted ways. Coins don’t land on edge when they’re dropped, so one side has to be facing the sky (and the elements). In this case it was the obverse. Thus, more precipitation accumulated on that side, causing more deterioration. However, the elements do not cause as much wear on a coin as this one shows. That wear occurred before it was dropped. I’d guess it was lost between 1840 and 1860. In any case it, and its owner, probably parted ways before the Civil War. The coin would likely grade Fine details, and would have a collector’s value of approximately $40. Nice find, Ken. Sandy, from Dudley, said that she has quite a few silver coins and a few gold jewelry items that are broken or no longer wanted. She would like to “cash in” the items and wanted to know if now is the time to sell them. While the answer to this is simple, the circumstances that determine when, and how, to sell, are a bit more complicated. First of all, Sandy, despite what those TV ad hucksters say, and what those catchy full page newspaper ads tout, silver and gold are not selling at record levels…certainly not in our lifetimes. As I write this column, pure gold is at $1,660 per ounce, and pure silver is a shade over $31 per ounce. As recently as September 2011 and February 2012 gold was at $1,800 per ounce. And in June-July 2011 it was actually over $1,900 per ounce for a few days. Silver was just over $37 an ounce late in February of 2011 and (I hope you’re sitting down as you read this) in 1980 it reached its all-time high of $144 an ounce…thanks to the Hunt brothers of Texas running up the price by buying almost all the silver on the open market. There are many diverse national and international factors that determine the supply/demand market forces that affect the price of gold and silver. They’re always complex, sometimes mystifying, and frequently unpredictable. The simple answer to your question is…if you have a more pressing need and a better use for the cash that your gold and silver items have accumulated — then sell. One more quickie question… Cindy from New Hampshire (I don’t know how they get copies of our Stonebridge Press column) said she and her husband inherited a large number of dolls, many with their original boxes. The boxes take up a lot of room so she wanted to know if she should keep the boxes or throw them out. Answer: Cindy, do not throw the boxes away…no matter how much room they take up. Virtually all collectibles are considerably more valuable with their original boxes. This includes dolls, toys, figurines, etc. Tossing an original box is like cleaning an old coin to “make it pretty”. Doing so in any case will cost you money. Keep those questions and emails coming. If you’re contacting us by e-mail, remember to include a picture (if you can) and your telephone number so that we can contact you with any questions we may have. Contact us! Paul: Grey Ghost Auctions & Appraisals, 508-943-6570, [email protected]; www.greyghostcorp.com; The author conducts certified appraisals, auctions, on site estate sales, and cleanouts. In case you’ve been bitten “My childhood was miserable. I lived in constant terror because my dad would come home drunk and beat me and my mom — often he would sexually abuse me and then not even remember what happened.” The story is all too familiar. It is a problem of epidemic proportion throughout the world. Yet there are no truth in advertising regulations requiring that the symptoms of intoxication be listed on the label. Rather multi-billion dollar corporations, who produce the poison, scrub their image by sponsoring Super Bowl ads, building stadiums a n d theme BEYOND parks, a n d THE PEWS courti n g lawmakJOHN ers so HANSON they c a n d i s tract us from noticing that their products contribute to more violence and death each year than do all of the mass murderers in America’s history put together. Several years ago the World Health Organization issued this warning: “Alcohol causes nearly 4 percent of deaths worldwide, more than AIDS, tuberculosis or violence... The harmful use of alcohol is a global problem that compromises both individual and social development. It results in 2.5 million deaths each year. Alcohol is the world’s third largest risk factor for premature mortality, disability and loss of health; it is the leading risk factor in the Western Pacific and the Americas and the second largest in Europe. Alcohol is associated with many serious social and developmental issues, including violence, child neglect and abuse, and absenteeism in the workplace. It also causes harm far beyond the physical and psychological health of the drinker. It harms the well-being and health of people around the drinker. An intoxicated person can harm others or put them at risk of traffic accidents or violent behavior, or negatively affect co-workers, relatives, friends or strangers. Thus, the impact of the harmful use of alcohol reaches deep into society.” (2011 Global Status Report on Alcohol and Health) This is how the Bible describes people who are bound by alcohol. “Who has anguish? Who has sorrow? Who is always fighting? Who is always complaining? Who has unnecessary bruises? Who has bloodshot eyes? It is the one who spends long hours in the taverns, trying out new drinks. Don’t gaze at the wine, seeing how red it is, how it sparkles in the cup, how smoothly it goes down. For in the end it bites like a poisonous snake; it stings like a viper. You will see hallucinations, and you will say crazy things. You will stagger like a sailor tossed at sea, clinging to a swaying mast. And you will say, ‘They hit me, but I didn’t feel it. I didn’t even know it when they beat me up. When will I wake up so I can look for another drink?’” (Proverbs 23:29-35 NLT) WHO is a secular organization that warns of the incredible social and financial devastation that results from alcohol usage. Ministers, health care workers and social workers see the emotional, social and spiritual fallout from alcohol abuse on a daily basis. As a nation we have attempted to tame this snake through prohibition. The truth is that people will continue to get bitten by this viper until they are personally freed from its hold. You may have been bitten by dependency on alcohol or by the abuse perpetrated by someone under the influence. Either way, there are solutions. Millions of people have learned how to let God set them free. At first this viper seems impossible to overcome, but there are many people who have been there and done that who are happy to help others find a path to recovery or healing. Stop the hurting. Learn to avoid the snakebite. Call someone today. Bishop John W. Hanson is the pastor of Acts II Ministries and president of Empower New England, a ministry designed to help people recover from addictions. For more information visit www.empowernewengland.org. SOUND OFF! WE KNOW you’ve got an opinion, so what are you waiting for? Sound Off! It’s a fast and easy way to let everyone know what’s on your mind. What’s more is if you’re worried about putting you’re name out there, don’t be! With Sound Off! you don’t have to leave a name. Just call our Sound Off! line at 508909-4077, wait for the prompt and, presto, that’s it — time to talk. OK, so there are a couple guidelines: We ask that you speak clearly enough so we can accurately transcribe your message. You’ll want to keep your remarks relatively brief so we have enough space in the newspaper to include it all. If you don’t want to leave a message, that’s OK. You can e-mail your Sound Off! to [email protected]. Just remember to label it as a Sound Off. Tuesday, February 12, 2013 CALENDAR LISTINGS The calendar page is a free service offered for listings for government, educational and non-profit organizations. Send all calendar listings and happenings at least one week in advance by mail to Ann Tremblay at Stonebridge Press, P.O. Box 90, Southbridge, MA 01550; by fax at (508) 764-8015 or by e-mail to [email protected]. Please write “calendar” in the subject line. We will print such listings as space allows. TUESDAY FEBRUARY 12 STURBRIDGE — Secrets of Sturbridge: Tales the Tillyer Papers Tell” will be the topic of a presentation at 7 p.m. at the Joshua Hyde Library. Brian Burns of the Historical Commission and master photographer Robert Arnold will discuss the recently-completed digitization of approximately half the collection, display examples of some of the most intriguing documents, and explain how each opens a unique window to a complex past. The Tillyer papers were donated by that local family to Old Sturbridge Village in 1968 and include more than 3,000 Sturbridge documents dating from the 1730s through the 1880s, covering a wide range of unusual issues, including local attempts to raise silkworms for profit, cash bounties paid annually for the heads of crows, the challenge of road maintenance long before the creation of a department of public works, the practice of town-conducted funerals, and the eternal issues of community responsibility for the care of the indigent and the elderly. Sponsored by the Community Preservation Committee and the Historical Commission, the Tillyer papers directly complement the 5,000page digitization and interpretation of Town Meeting records completed several years ago. The presentation is free and open to the public. Call Brian Burns at 508-347-3917 for more information. WHAT TO DO WEST BROOKFIELD — Join the CMS Chamber as they celebrate with North Brookfield Savings Bank and enjoy a special, Valentine’s themed Fun at Five at historic Salem Cross Inn, 260 West Main St., West Brookfield at 5 p.m. Feb. 12. You’ll want to bring your sweetie along. Take a romantic horse drawn sleigh ride over beautiful rolling hills (weather permitting, of course). There will be hors d’oeuvres, a cash bar, networking opportunities in a fun crowd, and a chance to win some cool drawing prizes. Cost is $10 for pre-registered Chamber Members or $15 at the door, $20 for non-Members. Call 508-347-2761 to register. SOUTHBRIDGE — There will be a free Shrove Tuesday Neighborhood Pancake Supper (pancakes, sausage, juice, coffee and tea) for families and friends from 5:30 to 7:50 p.m. Tuesday, Feb.12 in the undercroft of Holy Trinity Church, 446 Hamilton St., Southbridge. A free will offering will be accepted to help support outreach to the community. WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 13 CHARLTON — The St. Joseph Church, Charlton, Council of the Knights of Columbus, Council 11379, will sponsor an American Red Cross Blood Drive on Wednesday, February 13, 2013, from 2 – 7 p.m. in the Church Hall, 10 H. Putnam Road Extension. No previous experience is necessary. Appointments are preferred, but walk-ins are welcome. For further details, contact the American Red Cross, or [email protected]. SOUTHBRIDGE – The Blessed John Paul II Parish Youth Group will hold a Fish Fry from 5 to 7 p.m. Ash Wednesday, Feb. 13 and on Fridays during Lent (Feb. 15, 22, March 1, 8, 15, 22) at Blessed John Paul II Ministry Center, 297 Hamilton St., Southbridge. A wide variety of seafood and non-seafood will be offered. CALENDAR LISTINGS Help support a great cause and get well fed in the process. Take out orders and questions call, 508-765-3701 ext. 29. STURBRIDGE — The CMS Chamber Seminar series continues with “Tax Efficient Strategies for Business Owners” presented by Joseph Ciejka, LUTCF of MetLife Insurance Company from 8 to 9 a.m. Feb. 13 at Rehabilitative Resources, Inc., 1 Picker Road, Sturbridge. The presentation will briefly discuss such important topics such as “Fiscal Cliff,” “Increase in Federal Debt Ceiling,” “Health Care Reform” and the current low interest rate environment and how it impacts our local business owners. More importantly, the program will cover what can be done to address these issues going forward. Free for Chamber Members; $20 for nonmembers. RSVP to 508-347-2761 to save your space. THURSDAY FEBRUARY 14 STURBRIDGE — Quinebaug Valley Greens seeks you. Do you care about our community and our planet? Would you like to do something to counter the corporate destruction of Earth and our democracy? Sounds like us. That's why there's a Green Party, and we need you. You don't have to be a registered Green or Green-Rainbow to participate, as long as you share our values and vision for the future. Among the things we're working on are local food, climate change, ending the wars and community education about other cultures. We meet every other Thursday, 11 a.m., at the Sturbridge Coffee House, Route 20 in Sturbridge. The next meetings will be held on 28. If you're interested but can't make that time, contact us at [email protected], otherwise, we hope to see you there! FRIDAY FEBRUARY 15 STURBRIDGE — The Sturbridge Federated Church is holding dances for kids in grades 6-8 from 7 to 10 p.m. on Feb. 15, March 1, March 22, April 5, April 12, May 3, May 17 and June 7. Admission is $7 per kid. SOUTHBRIDGE – The Blessed John Paul II Parish Youth Group will hold a Fish Fry from 5 to 7 p.m. on Fridays during Lent through Friday, March 22 at Blessed John Paul II Ministry Center, 297 Hamilton St., Southbridge. A wide variety of seafood and non-seafood will be offered. Help support a great cause and get well fed in the process. Take out orders and questions call, 508-765-3701 ext. 29. SOUTHBRIDGE — The members of the Southbridge Woman’s Club will meet for lunch at noon on Friday, February 15, at the Southbridge Hotel and Conference Center. After lunch and a brief business meeting, Kathryn Lapriore, chairperson of the Art Department, will introduce Karola Daigle as speaker of the day. Ms. Daigle supervises art in the children’s room at Jacob Edwards Memorial Library, where she is responsible for art work, wall decorations, and weekly craft sessions. SATURDAY FEBRUARY 16 STURBRIDGE — There will be a Winter Walk through Opacum Woods in Sturbridge at 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 16. Opacum Woods is located at the end of the cul-de-sac of Old Brook Circle Road, in The Preserve subdivision, off of New Boston Road, Sturbridge. Join Opacum board members Kay Hunt and Scott Gerrish for a snowshoe hike through Opacum Woods to observe winter wildlife, forestry, and identify animal tracks and signs left by our wild neighbors. Meet at the Opacum Woods Trail Head at 4 p.m. Foul weather may cancel, please call us to sign up. Opacum members free, nonmembers $5; $10 per family. ‘Thick and blue…’ Winter provides an excellent opportunity to participate in activities on many of the more than Massachusetts 3,000 lakes and ponds including fishing, skating, ice boating, snowshoeing, cross country skiing, snowmobiling and more. Unfortunately, every year people are injured or killed as a direct result of falling through thin or weak ice. The Sturbridge Lakes Advisory Committee (SLAC) is providing this article on ice safety to help ensure that all Sturbridge residents can safely enjoy these winter activities. The reality is there is no such thing as 100percent safe ice. It is generally recommended that no one should venture out on any ice less than 4 inches thick. New clear blue ice is usually the strongest ice. Partially thawed, white ice embedded with slush or snow and honeycombed ice are significantly lower in strength than clear blue ice. As a general guideline, if it is not clear blue ice you should double the thickness recommendations below for each activity. The figures below are general guidelines for clear, blue ice on lakes and ponds. There are no guarantees — always consider ice potentially dangerous. Always use caution, and don’t venture out onto unfamiliar waters without checking ice thickness frequently. • 2” or less: STAY OFF! • 4”: Ice fishing or other activities on foot • 5”: Snowmobile or ATV • 8-12”: Car or small pickup truck • 12-15”: Medium truck Note: Vehicles may be banned from some lakes. It’s best to check with the local lake association Temperature, snow cover, currents, weeds and springs all affect the relative safety of ice. Ice is seldom the same thickness over a single body of water; it can be one foot thick in one place and a few inches thick a short distance away. Check the ice at least every 150 feet. Ice thickness can easily be checked using an ice chisel, ice auger, axe, hatchet, or a cordless drill to penetrate the ice and then using a simple tape measure to determine the ice thickness. Be aware that ice tends to be thinner on lakes and ponds where there are spring holes, inlets or outlets. Don’t venture on to ice bound rivers or streams as the currents make ice thickness unpredictable. Similarly, ice near bordering wetlands can be thinner due to groundwater seepage. In summary, ice thickness near the shoreline is often highly variable, so be particularly careful of where you gain access and your first few steps. Also you want to make certain you do not overload the weight bearing capacity of a particular area of the ice by maintaining good spacing between gear, snowmobiles, ATVs and cars or trucks. It is good practice when venturing out on the ice to have a safety plan. When venturing out on the ice you should be adequately dressed in layered full warm winter attire. Always wear a flotation device such as a boating life jacket especially if you are testing the ice or snowmobiling (or ATV). Employ the buddy system maintaining good spacing and always carry ice picks. Bringing along a toboggan with an adequate length of rope not only provides a handy means of packing and transporting your equipment but provides an excellent safety device for reaching and retrieving those who have fallen through. It’s a good idea to have a spare set of dry clothes and an emergency kit. Lastly, please do not leave any debris on the ice. Log and branch remnants from campfires can be a safety hazard for spring fisherman and animal feces and other debris will contaminate the lake. What if you, a companion or pet fall through the ice? As with any emergency, don’t panic! Call for help if there are people nearby. While it doesn’t take long for the cold water to start slowing your physical and mental functions, you have more time than you might think; typically 2-5 minutes and perhaps longer if you are in good, physical condition. Air will remain trapped in your clothes for a short time aiding your buoyancy. Kick your legs while grasping for firm ice. Try to pull your body up using “ice pins” that should be hanging around your neck. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources website provides instructions on how to make a simple set of ice pins or claws at www.dnr.state.mn.us/safety/ice. Once your torso is on firm ice, roll towards thick- er ice. This will better distribute your weight. Remember that ice you previously walked on should be the safest. After you reach safe ice, don’t waste precious time, you need to warm up and dry out. If you are in a remote area, this means getting to or starting a campfire. If you are in a more urban setting get to a car or house. Once there, get out of wet clothes, change into dry clothes to get warmed up and seek advice from your physician on medical attention. You need to warm up quickly to prevent hypothermia. If a companion falls through the ice remember the phrase “Reach-Throw-Go” If you are unable to reach your friend from shore, throw him or her a rope, jumper cables, tree branch, or other object. If this does not work, go for help before you also become a victim. Get medical assistance for the victim immediately. When walking on or near ice, keep your pets on a leash. If a pet falls through the ice do not attempt to rescue the pet, go for help. Well meaning pet owners can too easily become rescue victims when trying to assist their pets. The SLAC hopes you and your family enjoy a safe season with fun filled winter activities on both land and ice. Remember this ice related ditty: “Thick and blue, tried and true; Thin and crispy, way too risky.” For other ice safety tips and winter weather preparedness, check the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency website. • Multiple tests help find cause of Incontinence D E A R ASK DOCTOR K: I’m a 65-yearDOCTOR old woman with urinary K incontinence. ANTHONY L. My doctor KOMAROFF, M.D. isn’t sure what’s causing it, so I need to have urodynamic testing. What information will this test give my doctor? DEAR READER: Urodynamic testing is a series of tests that evaluate your urinary system in action. A doctor may want to do these tests if the cause of your incontinence isn’t clear. Perhaps your symptoms point toward more than one type of incontinence. Testing is also recommended if standard treatments haven’t helped. The urodynamic test is likely to include one or more of the following procedures: — Uroflowmetry measures the amount of urine you produce and the rate of the flow. A slow flow might indicate an obstruction in the urethra or a weak bladder muscle. — Post-void residual volume measures the amount of urine left in your bladder after you urinate. This is particularly valuable if you’ve had repeated urinary tract infections, if you have a neurological disorder, or if your doctor suspects a blockage is preventing your bladder from emptying properly. — Cystometry monitors how pressure builds up in your bladder as it fills with urine, how much urine your bladder can hold and at what point you feel the urge to urinate. (I’ve put an illustration of this test on my website, AskDoctorK.com.) This test can reveal abnormal contractions or spasms of your bladder muscle; signs of stress incontinence; and evidence that your urethra is unable to close completely. If you have low urine flow, this test can show whether this is due to weak bladder contractions or a blockage. — Electromyography (EMG) uses small electrode patches to help determine whether your nerves and muscles are working together to properly coordinate the activities of your bladder and urethra. — Cystography is an X-ray test performed during cystometry or uroflowmetry. It can pinpoint the location of a blockage or reveal a urethra that doesn’t close tightly enough. — Video-urodynamic study is a computerized test measuring urine flow and pressure in the bladder and rectum. It may provide useful information about your bladder and urethral function, especially if you have problems urinating. Urodynamic testing can help your doctor pinpoint which of the many possible causes of urinary incontinence you may be suffering from — and thereby identify an effective treatment. Having said that, it also is true that the testing alone often is not sufficient to identify the cause of the incontinence. The medical history and physical examination performed by the doctor also are important. So if your primary care doctor has not talked to you in detail about the problem, or done a physical examination related to the problem, be sure you have a medical history and physical examination by an incontinence specialist before any of this fancy testing is ordered. That will increase the likelihood you’ll get effective treatment. (Dr. Komaroff is a physician and professor at Harvard Medical School. To send questions, go to AskDoctorK.com, or write: Ask Doctor K, 10 Shattuck St., Second Floor, Boston, MA 02115.) POLICE LOGS Editor’s Note: The information contained in these police logs was obtained through either press releases or other public documents kept by each police department, and is considered to be the account of police. All subjects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. If a case is dismissed in court or the party is found to be innocent, The News, with proper documentation, will update the log at the request of the arrested party. North Sturbridge Road. MONDAY, FEB 4 CHARLTON – 5:51 a.m. – Smoke investigation, Route 169. CHARLTON – 1:24 p.m. – Property damage, H. Putnam Road. CHARLTON – 4:09 and 5:46 p.m. – Two car accidents. CHARLTON – 6:36 p.m. – Larceny reported at station. SATURDAY, FEB 2 TUESDAY, FEB 5 CHARLTON – 7:31 a.m. – Theft, Stafford Street. CHARLTON – 7:59 a.m. – “Other fire” call, Brookfield Road. CHARLTON – 12:31 and 4:22 p.m. – Two accidents (latter a hit & run). CHARLTON – 2:30 a.m. – Suspicious activity, Route 20. CHARLTON – 2:58 p.m. – Domestic dispute, Old Worcester Road. SUNDAY, FEB 3 CHARLTON – All Day – Three accidents. CHARLTON – 7:07 p.m. – Domestic dispute, Prindle Hill Road. CHARLTON – 2:46 a.m. – Car accident, Route 169. CHARLTON – 11:45 a.m. – Smoke investigation, Dresser Hill Road WEDNESDAY, FEB 6 CHARLTON – 3:49 p.m. – Threats, Route 20. CHARLTON – 11:38 p.m. – Animal hit, 5 6 • Tuesday, February 12, 2013 CROSSWORD PUZZLE PEARLS BEFORE SWINE BIG NATE ROSE IS ROSE ARLO & JANIS GRIZWELL CELEBRITY CIPHER FRANK & ERNEST SUDOKU DILBERT BORN LOSER MONTY Tuesday, February 12, 2013 • 7 OBITUARIES Areti Konstantakis, 96 SOUTHBRIDGE — Areti ( S t a t h o p o u l o s ) Konstantakis, 96, of Colonial Drive, died Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2013 in the S o u t h b r i d g e Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center after a brief illness. Her husband, George Konstantakis, died on February 5, 1982, exactly 31 years earlier. She was also predeceased by her son, Christo G. Konstantakis, who died in 2010. Areti was born in Zagana, Sparti, Greece, the daughter of Nikolas and Gianoula (Toutoulis) Stathopoulos. In 1967, she and her husband came to Southbridge to support their three children in their new lives in America. She worked tirelessly and selflessly to help them succeed. Her family was everything to her, and she loved her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren deeply. A true Spartan to the end, she leaves two daughters, Constantina Chrisikos and her husband Evangelous of Southbridge and Sophia Konstantakis of Southbridge; her daughter-in-law, Irene Konstantakis of Southbridge; a brother, Theodore Stathopoulos of Montreal, Quebec, Canada; five grandchildren, Elena Denis and her husband Taso, Stephanie Arendell and her husband Rob, George Konstantakis and his wife Georgia, Kyriakos Konstantakis and Areti C. Konstantakis; seven great-grandchildren, Bianca, Alec, Grace, Evan, Theofania, Christos, and Panagiotis and several nieces and nephews. She was also predeceased by three brothers, John Stathopoulos, Charles Stathopoulos and Peter Stathopoulos and three sisters, Pota Vletas, Ekaterini Apostolakos and Vassiliki Nikolla. Areti’s funeral service and burial was privately held on Thursday, Feb. 7. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. George Greek Orthodox Church, P.O. Box 25, Southbridge, MA 01550. The Daniel T. Morrill Funeral Home, 130 Hamilton St., Southbridge, directed the arrangements. www.morrillfuneralhome.com Richard P. Predella, Sr., 85 BRAINTREE —Richard P. Predella, Sr., 85, died peacefully, Saturday, February 9, 2013 at home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Quincy, raised and educated in Quincy schools and was a graduate of Quincy Trade School. He has lived in Braintree for 50 years. Dick was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II. He served in the Asiatic Pacific Theater aboard the U.S.S. Orleck and the U.S.S. Perkins as a Boilerman 3/c. He received the World War II Victory Medal, the Asiatic Pacific Campaign Medal and the Good Conduct Medal. Dick was employed as a plumber with Plumbers & Gasfitters Local 12 Boston. He has been retired many years and was a member of Local 12 for 60 years. He was a longtime active member and former usher at Saint Thomas More Parish in Braintree. He was also a leader in the church’s successful Scouting program for many years. Dick enjoyed gardening, his summers in Wareham and his many winters in Destin, Fla.,, but most of all he loved being sur- rounded by his loving family. Beloved husband for 60 years of Jean M. (Thompson) Predella; devoted father of Richard P. Predella, Jr. and his wife Margaret of Sturbridge, Peter E. Predella and his wife Lisa of Medfield, Alan D. Predella and his wife Gerri of Marshfield, David J. Predella of Braintree, Robert P. Predella and his wife Susan of Houston, Texas; loving grandfather of 12 grandchildren and one great-granddaughter and dear brother of Yvonne Gallo of Kingston and Pauline Maura of Winter Haven, Fla. He was also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. Funeral from the Sweeney Brothers Home for Funerals, 1 Independence Avenue, Quincy, Wednesday, February 13t at 9 a.m. Funeral Mass in Saint Thomas More Church, corner of Hawthorrne Road and Elm Street, Braintree at 10 a.m. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Interment with Military Honors at Blue Hill Cemetery, Braintree. Visiting hours at the funeral home Tuesday 4 – 8 p.m. For those who wish, donations in Dick’s memory may be made to the Hospice of the South Shore, 30 Reservoir Park Drive, Rockland, MA 02370. You are invited to visit www.thesweeneybrothers.com or call 617-472-6344. Agatha L. Werstak, 99 DUDLEY — Agatha L. (Hudec) Werstak, 99, died peacefully Friday, February 8, 2013 in Webster Manor, Webster. Her husband Charles Werstak died in 1970. Agatha would have celebrated her 100th birthday on Sunday, Feb. 10. She leaves one son, Richard and his wife Marcia Werstak of Vernon, Conn.; one daughter, Sharon Hajec and her husband Brent of Webster; three sisters, Stella Borowski of Florida, Rose Gaumond of Southbridge and Veronica Jolicoeur of Fiskdale; five grandchildren, Brian Werstak and his wife Meredith, Susan Werstak and her partner Lori, Robert Werstak and his wife Amy, Adam Zoschak and his partner Sarah and Holly Zoschak; three great-grandchildren, Avery, Evan and Macy and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by two sisters and one brother. She was born in Czechoslovaki, the daughter of the late Gasper and Veronica (Kasik) Hudec. She came to this country at age of 8 and lived most of her life on Mill Street. She worked at Sandlerette Shoe for many years. She retired to Joshua Place and then Christopher Heights in Webster and Webster Manor. Agatha’s family would like to thank the staff at Webster Manor for the outstanding care and love given to their mother for the past 10 years. Agatha was a volunteer for many years with Tri-Valley Elder Services and received several awards, volunteering well into her eighties. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, February 13 at 11 a.m. in Bartel Funeral Home & Chapel, 33 Schofield Avenue, Dudley. Burial will follow in St. Anthony of Padua Cemetery, Webster. A calling hour will be held Wednesday from 10 to 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Patients Activities Fund at Webster Manor, 745 School St., Webster, MA 01570. www.bartelfuneralhome.com Lucy A. Sency, 82 CHARLTON — Lucy A. (Macciocca) Sency, 82, died Friday, February 8, 2013 at the Ichabod Washburn Hospice Residence in Worcester. Her husband, Albert A. Sency died in 2006. She leaves three sons, Alex J. Sency of Shelton, Conn., David A. Sency of San Francisco, Calif., and Matthew A. Sency of Vail, Ariz.; a daughter, Susan F. Gelb of Charlton; a sister, Joan Minopoli of Bridgeport, Conn.; three grandchildren, Jacquelyn Gelb, Jake Gelb and Joshua Gelb. She was predeceased by her brothers, Alfred Macciocca, Paul Macciocca and Eddie Macciocca, and by her sisters, Millie Savo, Rita Kunkle and Mamie Hargus. Lucy was born in Bridgeport, Conn., daughter of the late Paul and Frances ( D e l B i o n t o ) Macciocca and lived in Oro Valley, Ariz. before moving to Charlton five years ago. She was a retired pharmacy clerk, having worked many years at Ethical Pharmacy in Bridgeport. She enjoyed bowling, softball and tennis. There are no calling hours. Funeral services and burial are private. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Ichabod Washburn Hospice, 1183 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01603. Shaw-Majercik Funeral Home, 48 School Street, Webster, MA is directing arrangements. A guest book is available at www.shaw-majercik.com. WACKY WEDNESDAY Be a Wabbit Winner at Big Bunny Market or Micknuck’s Fresh Marketplace GOOD OLD-FASHIONED VALUES PERDUE SIMPLY SMART LIGHTLY BREADED Time: 5:00-7:30pm When: Ash Wednesday (Feb 13th) Fridays during lent (Feb 15th & 22nd, March 1st, 8th, 15th, & 22nd) Where: Blessed John Paul II Ministry Center 297 Hamilton St., Southbridge, MA 01550 CHICKEN STRIPS $ 2 for 3 10 OZ. PACKAGE FRESH BUNCHED BROCCOLI ¢ 79 lb. QUANTITIES LIMITED • WEDNESDAY ONLY FEBRUARY 13, 2013 A WIDE VARIETY OF SEAFOOD & NON-SEAFOOD WILL BE OFFERED!!! HELP SUPPORT A GREAT CAUSE AND GET WELL FED IN THE PROCESS!!! TAKE OUT ORDERS & QUESTIONS CALL 508-765-3701 ext. 29 Winning At Big Bunny Is Terrific! No games, No cards, No gimmicks, ! Just plain old-fashioned values. (WABBIT) 942 W. Main St., Southbridge Micknuck’s Fresh Marketplace 570 Main St., Rte. 20, Fiskdale • Tuesday, February 12, 2013 8 SPORTS L’Heureux helps Shepherd Hill beat Shrewsbury on Senior Night BY NICK ETHIER SPORTS STAFF WRITER DUDLEY — Standing just under 5-foot-10, Shepherd Hill’s Johanna L’Heureux is the tallest player on the Rams’ varsity basketball team. But when The Hill matched up with Shrewsbury High on Feb. 10, L’Heureux had to deal with two Colonials — 6-foot3 Katie Kneece and 6-foot-1 Elizabeth Grip — that had a significant height advantage. L’Heureux found a way to battle inside the paint, though, and scored 7 points in the third quarter, giving the Rams a double-digit lead on Shrewsbury. Her defense and rebounding down the stretch in the fourth quarter then helped Shepherd Hill hold off the Colonials rally. When the final buzzer sounded, the Rams won a hard-earned 49-45 decision on Senior Night. “It’s tough down there, but I guess you just have to body up,” L’Heureux, a senior, said of battling taller players. L’Heureux has learned a thing or two from her younger brother Christian, a junior on the St. John’s varsity basketball team, especially when it comes to grabbing a rebound in traffic. “He’s always getting those rebounds on foul shots,” she said. “I watch him and I find my way inside.” Nick Ethier photos Playing against much taller opponents, Shepherd Hill’s Johanna L’Heureux battled hard inside all game long versus Shrewsbury. Here she tries to go up for two points against Colonials defender Elizabeth Grip. Holding onto their 49-45 lead in the final minute, L’Heureux and Shrewbury’s Nicole Marshall chased after a loose ball that was last touched by Marshall, giving the Rams an extra possession. Then, with 20 seconds to play, L’Heuruex corralled a rebound after a Ciara McKissick missed free throw, once again killing some clock. Shepherd Hill head coach Jim Hackenson said that L’Heureux has all the attributes that make a good inside player, such as “never quitting, being at the right spot, knowing where the ball is and taking advantage of it.” The Rams led 9-7 after one quarter and 21-18 at halftime, which included a 5-0 run by The Hill to end the second quarter. In such a tight game the third quarter usually provides momentum for one team. In this case it certainly went to the Rams. “After halftime we had that lead, but especially since it’s our Senior Night we really, really wanted to keep that lead,” L’Heureux said. Shepherd Hill opened the frame on a 9-2 run to go up by 10 points. Later in the quarter L’Heureux got inside for a basket, making it 35-22. The Rams led at the conclusion of the period, 40-27. “I think the biggest thing was our passing,” L’Heureux said of opening up a bigger lead. “We were smarter with the ball and we [went] down low more. I was able to finish.” “She couldn’t really go up on [the Shrewsbury defenders], but when she went around them she did well,” Hackenson added. “She used her left hand, which helped out a lot.” Hackenson noted that a strong third quarter defen- sive effort also played into Shepherd Hill taking a 13point lead. “Our backcourt with Tina Gauvin and Brooke Packard, we took advantage of our man-to-man and we ended up getting some good looks because of the pressure defense,” he said. “The defense did it all.” Shrewsbury turned up its game in the fourth quarter and rattled off 11 straight points to close the gap, 4038. A Packard 3-pointer gave the Rams some breathing room at 43-38, but with 2:12 to play a made free throw from the Colonials brought it to 44-43. It remained a one-point game — now 46-45 with 1:35 to play — until Shepherd Hill ended things with a McKissick basket and a Gauvin free throw, plus plenty of hustle and rebounding from L’Heureux. “They had a big comeback at the end. But, I think with our rebounding and great passing, we were able to hold the lead,” L’Heureux said. L’Heureux had 11 points and 6 rebounds, while senior Taylor Daniels added 9 points. Senior Gauvin (8 points), junior Packard (8 points) and sophomore McKissick (9 rebounds) all did their part to help in the victory. Hackenson added that seniors Julie Preissler and Emily Stiles also played pivotal roles in the game as the Rams improved to 13-4. “Beating a team like that really proves to us that we can finish strong,” L’Heureux said of defeating a non-conference Division 1 opponent. “I think this game really boosts our morale.” “We needed this game for self-confidence,” Hackenson added. “To play a Division 1 team of that caliber, they’ve been in every game.” Shrewsbury’s Grip had game-high totals of 20 points and 10 rebounds. At right: Julie Preissler of Shepherd Hill lobs a pass over the arms of Shrewsbury defender Erica Paquette. Shepherd Hill’s Brooke Packard goes in for a layup while shielding the ball away from Shrewsbury defender Alexa Deraney. SPORTS BRIEFS Upcoming Pioneer Fastpitch Softball Association Clinic There will be a free Pioneer Fastpitch Softball Association Clinic on Saturday, Feb. 23 in the gym at the Community Center in Southbridge on 153 Chestnut St. for residents of Southbridge and the surrounding towns. The clinic will be open for ages 8-10 from 10:30 to 11:20 a.m., followed by an 11-13year-old program from 11:20 to 12:10 p.m., with the finial clinic to follow from 12:10 to 1 for ages 14-16. The Amateur Softball Association, a United States wide program, will be on hand to certify any potential coaches for $25. For more information please call Naomi Cahill at (774) 230-4612 or visit www.eteamz.com/pioneerfastpitchsoftbal- lassociation. Southbridge Recreation Spring Adult Basketball League fast approaches The league will start Tuesday, April 9 and will run for 10 weeks, playing every Tuesday, ending June 11. There will be eight weeks of regular play and two weeks of playoffs. Games will be 4-on-4. Registration should be done as a team, but efforts will be made to place individual players on a team. There is a minimum requirement of five players per team. Deadline to sign up is March 26. The cost if $45 per player, which includes all fees including certified referees. All games will be played at the Southbridge Community Center at 153 Chestnut St. For information, call League Coordinator Gerry Deshaies at (508) 981-1259 or email [email protected]. Or call Recrecation Director Ron Plouffe at (508) 764-6459 or email [email protected]. Please Note: Individual payments may be made, but all members of the team must pay in order to participate. If making a full team payment, each player must fill a participation waiver. The league is also in need of volunteer scorers and time keepers. This is a great opportunity for the attentive and basketball-minded youth. Sturbridge Girls’ Softball League holding online registration The Sturbridge Girls’ Softball League is welcoming new and past players for the 2013 season. In order to meet the March 1 deadline, please go to the Sturbridge Recreation website at http://www.town.sturbridge.ma.us/public_documents/sturbridgeMA_boardCMT/r ecreation. Feel free to contact Jim Winkler at (774) 200-7532 with any questions. We look forward to seeing you all in the spring. Team Mass Boys AAU basketball team to hold tryouts The Team Mass Boys AAU basketball team will hold tryouts on Saturday, Feb. 23 and March 2 at Tantasqua Junior High School, located on Brookfield Road in Fiskdale. Age breakdowns are as follows: Grades 4, 5 and 6 from 10:15 to 11:30 a.m., grades 7 and 8 from 11:30 to 1 p.m., and grades 9, 10 and 11 from 1 until 2:15. Please bring a birth certificate, a $20 tryout fee and arrive 15 minutes early. For more information and in case of inclement weather please visit www.teammassboys.com. Coaches are also always needed. Team Mass Girls AAU basketball tryout information can be found on www.teammassgirls.com. Housing authority plan continues to raise eyebrows • Are you over 65? • Do you receive Medicaid, Fuel Assistance, Veteran’s Aid or SNAP? • Are you a resident of Southbridge or Sturbridge? • Is your income less than $20,000 a year, $1,600 a month? (see chart below for household number of members & income limits) # in household Income for year 1 2 3 $20,036 $26,955 $33,874 Income monthly $1,670 $2,247 $2,823 Income weekly $386 $519 $652 NOW LOCATED at our Parish Ministry Center 279 Hamilton St., Southbridge (Next to Trinity Catholic Academy) All participants are eligible to come once a month. Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month. By appointment only Please call 508-765-3701 the day before for a time Supplement includes: food staples, some dairy items, frozen meats, canned goods, toiletries, paper products, $10 gift card of your choice at local grocery store or pharmacy MEADOWVIEW continued from page A1 approach and intentions, seeing the idea as a “kneejerk reaction” to the investigation of Chelsea Housing Director Michael McLaughlin, who was forced to resign in Nov. 2011 for allegedly stealing authority funds and is being federally prosecuted. “Taking away that local authority will be very difficult for a lot of folks,” Frost said, noting it’d be a burden to many to “have to travel 30 or 40 miles” to advocate for their homes and that same distance would increase “response times” for concerns. “There’s not a lot of support for what the governor wants to do,” Durant said, adding even Democrats he’s talked to don’t much like it. More support Rep. John Binienda’s alternative proposal, which would “keep local control intact” according to his office. (Durant said he likes some of it, but hasn’t signed on because he’d like to amend it, although he didn’t specify how.) Binienda’s bill (HD 3238), which already has several Republican co-sponsors, calls for creating two types of authorities — keeping the current local or “client” authorities and having “ C o l l a b o r a t i v e Management and Service Agencies” for regional groupings. The latter would be entities that have “demonstrated the capacity to perform and to manage public housing projects at a consistently high level,” and authorities with less than 100 units would be required to join one if those smaller entities are unable to do the same thing, the bill states. Over time, “not less than 50” of the local agencies (10 per year) will “transfer their operations in full to management by CMSAs” based on the Department of Housing and Community Development’s monitoring of their annual budgets and operational plans and mandatory “accreditation reviews,” among other things. To Durant, the idea of having six regions would make the ability to deal with things like last weekend’s blizzard more difficult. Among other things, he said he feels the local management knows the “quirks” and health needs of the residents, who would get lost in a regional bureaucracy. But, he added, “some regionalization may be beneficial” for smaller authorities, provided they unite with nearby entities. Charlton’s Director Jean Vincent (who is also director in West Brookfield) said she can see consolidation happening “by attrition,” and she supports some of the other changes that have happened since 2011. Among those are annual independent audits rather than relying on state auditors, better scrutiny of participation at authority board meetings, more training for members, and the fact DHCD “is not a rubberstamp anymore. They’re pulling things apart” and “getting really strict” on vacancies, among other issues, she said. Frost said legislators need to hear from residents on this and other issues, because they often get to the floor for debate on bills and have heard very little from constituents. “Residential involvement is very, very important — and your families’,” he observed, later saying, “I don’t think it’s anything you have to get worked up on, but don’t forget about it.” Durant agreed, adding, “Silence is [seen as] approval” when it comes time to vote. 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In addition, more than 100 lawyers across the state have volunteered as coaches and judges. Out of the more than 130 teams, four will ultimately advance to the semi-final elimination round and face off during trials held simultaneously on March 18 in Boston and Worcester. Two finalist teams will then advance to the state championship, to be held March 20 in Faneuil Hall in Boston. In 2012, The Pioneer Valley Performing Arts Charter Public School of South Hadley won the state championship, its second in a row, and competed in the national tournament. On the team at Bartlett High School are seniors John Plewa and Cody Weeks, junior Sean Powers, sophomores Samantha Kelley and Joshua Sterczala, and home-schooled freshman Ben Masley. Social Studies teacher (and non-practicing attorney) Thomas Gorski is the team’s in-house coach, aided and abetted by practicing Attorney Deborah W. Hemdal of Westboro. The team was organized back in October – “We had about 12 people interested at first, but other extra- curricular activities took a lot of them away,” says Gorski – and has been studying and practicing its case for about a month. On Thursday, Feb. 7, the team traveled to Worcester for its third and final mock trial, where – because of their limited numbers – members played multiple roles in court. In previous trials, the Bartlett team earned scores of 44 and 85, with its older team members serving as attorneys – making the opening and closing statements, and the younger ones serving as witnesses, testifying, under oath, from information found in affidavits they studied ahead of time, on both sides of the case. The Tantasqua team, meanwhile, included 15 students early on, eight of whom appeared in Worcester for their final court appearance. They were coached by Social Studies teacher Jessie Lavalle, Science teacher Kristen Pease, and Atty. Michele Fitzgerald, who has worked with the Tantasqua team for the last five years. In Worcester, the Tantasqua team pleaded the Prosecution’s case, while Bartlett spoke for the Defense (although both teams had previously taken the other side, as well). The judge arrived late but quickly alerted the teams to his personal rules: smirking or giggling during an opponent’s remarks would earn immediate deductions; and for every cell phone ring he heard, he would also automatically deduct a point. “Get up and object” (boldly) when it’s appropriate, he advised them. “I know the case.” The Prosecution set about making its case and laying out its evidence: The defendant had “means, motive, and opportunity,” said lead Prosecutor Victoria Blair, after which the Bartlett team argued that all the evidence was merely circumstantial, and the defendant a victim of shoddy police investigation. There are plenty of other potential perpetrators equally motivated, argued Defender Sean Powers. For the next hour and a half, the students read from prepared statements, presented direct, re-direct, and cross-examinations, objected when opposing attorneys tried to introduce hearsay or irrelevant evidence, and attempted to provide credentials for the “experts” testifying on their behalf. The students were required to ask to approach the bench, request permission to enter items into evidence, and otherwise act in accordance with real-life courtroom protocol. The judge called opposing counsel to brief sidebars when procedural matters needed addressing. The coaches, though on hand, were not allowed to coach in the courtroom, but could only commiserate – “and chew our fingernails,” noted Hemdal for the Defense. Medical examiners, police detectives, caretakers all offered evidence, some with a dramatic flare that indicated theatrical – if not potential legal – skills. Did the decedent die of natural causes or the inadvertent poisoning from a kindly neighbor’s licorice tea? Or at the hands of a greedy grandniece who was “coincidentally” reading a murder mystery that featured a similar demise? After final arguments were made, the judge thanked the litigators and witnesses and confessed he would soon render his decision and become “the bad guy, the mosthated man in the room” by way of declaring a winner (and therefore also a losing team). The students and coaches, free to confer with one another, briefly rehashed their perform- ances and assessed their chances. “I think it will be close,” said Bartlett’s coach Gorski. Was guilt established “beyond a reasonable doubt?” Had the Prosecution made its case, or had the Defense managed to knock down the “motive, means, and opportunity” platform? In the end, it didn’t matter. “A murder case can’t be decided in two hours,” said the judge, adding that it frequently took that long just to qualify a witness as an expert. His judging was of the students’ performances, their attention to testimony, their ability to “use up your time” and lodge appropriate objections. “Sometimes I wonder why I do this,” he said just prior to presenting the final scores: 81 for Tantasqua and 72 for Bartlett. Neither team will advance to the next round; stronger, more seasoned teams will have won two or three appearances, with even higher scores to do so, but the experience, all in Worcester agreed, will serve all the participants well. “If they can do this, if they can stand up and present a case in court, they’ll be better prepared for college interviews and for everything else they do from here on,” said Fitzgerald. “You all did great,” Gorski added. “We’re really proud of you.” Having done their very best, the student litigators had done justice to the case – and to themselves. First organized in 1985, the Mock Trial Program is administered by the MBA and made possible by the international law firm of Brown Rudnick LLP through its Center for the Public Interest in Boston, which has contributed $25,000 per year to the program since 1998. Bay Path receives $16K biotech grant GRANT continued from page A1 ways.” “When they can see science and see DNA transform in the classroom, it really opens their eyes to what can happen,” he said. That’s a goal numerous organizations, public and private, support. One is, not surprisingly, the National Institute’s of Health. “Most scientists would concur that science is essential if students are to understand the world and, even, be good citizens,” NIH’s Office of Science Education webpage states. “For many parents, however, a more compelling argu- ment for high-quality science education is that their children need it in order to prosper in a 21st-century workforce. This does not mean that all students need to prepare for a career in science or engineering, but rather that the skills mastered through high-quality science education are among those greatly valued by employers.” The site goes on to note that today’s job market is very unlike that of a few decades ago. People with less than high school could still get decent-paying trades jobs and raise families, but now many of those even need some degree of technological savvy. The old blue-collar industrial jobs are gone, and even many college graduates “may not be immune to the rising forces of globalization,” it states. “The education that was effective in the 1970s has stayed the same while the workplace has changed dramatically,” NIH observed. “In the early years of the 21st century, there is a substantial gap between the skills of graduating high school seniors and the skills valued by employers.” Outside the work world, science is becoming an ever-bigger player in the issues society needs to deal with, including such things as energy, climate and pollution, and rising opportunities, like space exploration and genetics. For example, recent studies have found an increasingly large number of common, long-lasting chemicals that can cause obesity, reproductive and developmental disorders, cancers and other things, especially when humans are exposed during fetal and infant development. Bay Path is among eight of the new schools to be awarded BioTeach grants this year, bringing the total number of participating public schools in Massachusetts to 185, an MBEF press release stated. “On behalf of Bay Path’s teachers and students, we’re excited to partner with MassBioEd and thankful for the opportunity to add an important biotech component to our science department,” said Principal Clifford Cloutier. Ribaudo said Grimes and Cicero are about halfway through their training, which consists of two weekends. The second was supposed to be this Saturday, but it was postponed due to snow. Gus Steeves can be reached at [email protected] or 508-9094135. Sturbridge couple wins Charter video contest DREAMERS continued from page A1 Subscribers to Charter TV3 can access American Dreamers’ award-winning video on the episode “On Demand.” Their winning song, “Precious Time,” can be found at: www.americandreamersmusic.com. The Sturbridge couple has been collaborating – making beautiful music together, in fact – for almost two decades. Christine is originally from Somerville, and Marcus Rapagnola is a native of Waltham. Their “how we met story” is a hair-raising (actually, hair-cutting) tale. Her aunt was his hairdresser and introduced them back in July 1995. He’s been a multi-instrument musician (and singer) since the age of 6 (beginning with piano and guitar) and in bands since the age of 10. She’s “always been a performer,” taking dance at the age of 6 and very much aware of her vocal talents. “I always knew I could sing,” she says, adding that with so much youthful energy – and talent – she became “obsessed with singing” by age 12. Their meeting, then, was a match made in … Memphis, Mo-Town, LA, or NYC. At their first condo/home in Ayer, they played music frequently, and loudly, enough for their neighbors to offer constructive criticism: “Shut up!” By the time they moved to a town house, their focus had shifted to furnishings – kitchen tables, chairs, a bed – and they “took a long hiatus (from about 1998-2004) from making music.” They also started having kids. Eva, now 9, and Mia, 7, entered the picture about the time the Rapagnolas began “writing again.” Being family oriented, grounded in the great music of the ’70s, ’80s, and beyond, they named themselves American Dreamers and began, less than a decade ago, to work on making that dream come true. With such musical influences between them as the Beatles, Rolling Stones, Bruce Springsteen, Kenny Rogers, the Carpenters, Lionel Ritchie, and even Billie Holliday, B.B. King, and Ray Charles, they gravitated toward discernible lyrics and motivating music, “anything very melodious,” explains Marcus. Such music, he adds, tends to be “a lost art today. Often it’s just one groove that people beat to death.” The couple do enjoy some of today’s artists, including Adele, Maroon Five, and Taylor Swift, but then they revert back to a discussion of Dylan, and other musical predecessors – “people who have a character about them.” Of their youthful, and ongoing, musical education, Marcus notes, “It was fantastic. We grew up in the ’70s, with all that great music – and the ’70s offshoots.” The American Dreamers began their collective dream back in the days of cassettes tapes, when they sang together as He Said She Said trying to get on the radio. Because they were NOT on the radio, however, they relied on other careers (day jobs) to pay the bills, the mortgage, and provide for their emerging family. Christine was then in sales and marketing and Marcus “in the corporate world, too,” she says. In their spare time, they wrote and sang and recorded, inviting friends to “come in and listen” and offer honest, constructive criticism. “We were trying to develop our own sound.” “We had some friends for whom it was either black or white – they liked it or they didn’t, while others had ‘golden ears’” and could provide real insightful feedback, says Marcus. “You can know nothing about music but it still moves you, or you feel it. We’re looking for criticism that in some respects is unusual.” Targeting their work to the 35-55 demographic age group, they are building their dream on a body of work that’s truly personal. Convinced that the big “labels want you to deliver them something on a silver platter,” the couple prefer to work/create at their own pace, in their own home studio, with Marcus providing (almost all of) the instrumental tracks and sharing the vocal duties. They write the lyrics/music in “50-50 fashion,” with both contributing either part to any particular song. Marcus, meanwhile, has been behind the scenes in music for decades, working on the technical aspects of hit recordings for the likes of The New Kids on the Block and Tommy Paige. Autographed photos and gold (and platinum) awards adorn the walls of their home, while their downstairs studio has everything they need to produce – in a matter of hours – what one of them first hears in his or her head and then shares with the other. Their “Precious Time” song and video were released in November and have received thousands of hits on Youtube. As a post-Sandy Hook song, “Precious Time” sends “a message of peace and love to parents everywhere,” say the couple. “We write music that gets you lost in a song … the idea is to write music that captures a moment or feeling, but lets listeners bring their own life experiences to them. Since we’re older, we have a lot of them.” Rather than produce other folks’ music at this point, Marcus prefers to focus on American Dreamers’ future. “When you expend time on others’ material, it sucks all the juices out of you for your own stuff,” he says. Putting the finishing touches on their soon-to-be-released EP, he plays “Breathe Again,” one of its singles, for anyone willing to listen. Another cut, entitled “Words,” about bullying, comprises 44 tracks of digital musicianship – still far from the record 128 tracks he used on another. Marcus takes comfort, he says, from the knowledge that, while the Youtube (and Wootube) crowd show appreciation for their efforts, “People in their 70s and 80s are liking us. We’re proud of our sound and our music.” “This is our fun,” adds Christine, today a stay-at-home mom while he works as a senior engineer for a medical company. “We’re the parents that make music. It’s just great music.” “In theory it’s lots of fun,” corrects her partner. “It’s actually a lot of work. Perfection isn’t an accident.” For a sampling of their fun/work/perfection, visit: www.americandreamersmusic.com. Their neighbors no longer shout “Shut up!” at them. It’s probably only a matter of time, in fact, ’til even the closest ones are yelling, “Crank it up so we can hear it!” Mark Ashton can be reached at: [email protected], or by calling: 508-909-4144. Tuesday, February 12, 2013 • Southbridge Evening News B1 Town-to-Town CLASSIFIEDS HOME TOWN SERVICE, BIG TIME RESULTS TO PLACE YOUR AD CALL TOLL FREE 010 FOR SALE (1) Maytag LP Gas Clothes Dryer Excellent condition, will guarantee 30 days, recently overhauled. Best Offer Call: 508-765-5190 (2) 350 Chevy Marine 400HP Race Motors With Aluminum Intake Manifolds And Holly Carburetors. Good For Either Rebuilds, Or Parts Engine Reduced Price $800 For The Pair Call 508-259-8805 (2) Behind Cab Weather Guard Tool Boxes (1) Like new $350 (1) In good condition $150 (1) In Bed Tool Box In good condition 010 FOR SALE 1 BRAKE Brand new - Never been used $400.00 1 PRESSURE WASHER Brand new $200.00 1 REFRIGERATOR $100.00 paid $250ea 100% Wool Multi Colored Hand Braided Rug $700 Nichols and Stone Rocking Chair $200 Green Plaid Flexsteel Easy Chair and Ottoman $350 508-867-8948 111 Paying Top Dollar asking $100 or BO Banks Recommend Us! Call: 774-745-0226 Ask for Bruce We Travel To You! FREE Honest Appraisals We Operate By The Golden Rule! •50’s/60’s TV DVD’s •Posters 30’s-60’s Stars/Movies •Hard bound classic books •Very old book Stanley’s Story Through the Wild of Africa L&L Coin Call Tom 508-450-1282 12’ Aluminum V Hull with 6HP gas engine and 36lb trolling motor included. On trailer. $1,200 OBO BEST REASONABLE OFFER Compound Bow PSE Model •Beautiful Unique 11 arrows with case. Torchiere Lamp $125 Call: 508-764-6058 AND MORE!! Call: 508-234-4137 ************** ************** Solid Wood 6pc Bedroom Set $1,000 ************** White Grandfather Clock $800 ************** Dining Room Set $500 ************** Computer Desk and Filing Cabinet $800 ************** Washer and Dryer $300 $400 OBO 14K Marquis Diamond Ring Never worn, .70 carats, 22 years old, still in jewelers box. Have appraisal paid $3,250 will sell $1,500 firm Call: 860-774-6373 1500 Sports Cards Mostly Stars & Rookies Baseball, Football, Hockey, Basketball, And More Near Mint Cards $45 Call: 508-864-9223 17 or 17 1/2 Stubben Jumping Saddle For Sale Needsflocking, in great condition. Needs To Sell ASAP!! $400 Call: 860-634-0392 1950’s Blond Bedroom Set $300 Bureau, Mirror, Chest, Full & Twin Headboards. $75.00 or best offer! Call: 508-361-0839 Call 508-735-9493 ************** Waterbed $900 Auto Body Stud Welder $80 New 6 1/2 HP 5/8 shaft motor in box Call: 860-230-7438 paid $650 ************** 250cc, runs great! $125 For Silver Coins, Silver Dollars, Gold Coins, Paper Money. Solverus Credit/Debit Machine 1984 Honda Elite Scooter Will deliver Call: 413-245-6521 Or: 413-478-1469 asking $75.00 ea or BO 010 FOR SALE 757-705-5106 $150 (2)Sharp model ER320 Cash Registers 1-800-536-5836 1998 HAUL MARK ENCLOSED TRAILER 8.5 ft x 14 ft. Beaver tail ramp door Dexter axel 205/75R-14 tires Needs framework Call for more information $1200.00 508-867-6706, Ray 2 New Bucket Seats for Mini Van $100 OBO AFFORDABLE USED FURNITURE We have good used furniture at low prices and new mattress sets of all sizes. Twins-$99 Full-$129 Queen-$169 Pickup or Delivery!!! Call Phil: 508-752-0100 100 Grand Street Worcester, MA 01610 All For Inground Pool... $90 OBO 2 Pianos ARCHERY, HUNTING EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIES In Excellent Condition Call 508-764-6908 Please Call 508-885-3705 Art Deco Bedroom Set- 1920’s 20” BLACK RIMS WITH TIRES Headboard w/footboard (full), nightstand, dresser w/mirror, matching bench seat solid, lovely condition! 508-320-9732 25 Cu. Ft. SIDE/SIDE WHIRLPOOL REFRIGERATOR Black $200.00 FLAT SCREEN ENTERTAINMENT CENTER 19” w x 24” h x 54” l Excellent condition $100.00 GERSTURE WOODEN TOOL BOX Model 042 $150.00 508-867-3729 3 Piece Double Bedroom Set $350 Kitchen Table Set with 6 chairs, solid walnut wood $400 Call: 508-943-5324 3’x6’-8” R.H. Inswing 20Min Fire Door Primed casing, aluminum sill. New in wrap $1,275 OBO Beautiful leather sofa also Call: 508-320-7941 Beautiful Large Vintage 50’s Bedroom Set $500 Electric Recliner $150 Marble-Top End Tables & Coffee Table $150 For The Set All In Excellent Condition. 508-885-3717 All cards at 60% off book!! Call: 508-864-9223 Darkroom Equipment Almost everything you need! Beseler 23CII enlarger, timer, bottles, safelights, trays, print washer, graduates, books and more. Old but used very little, excellent condition. $450 for all 508-885-5277 Electrical Material Industrial, Commercial, Residential Wire, Pipe, Fittings, Relays, Coils, Overloads, Fuses, Breakers, Meters, Punches, Pipe-Benders. New Recessed Troffer Flourescent 3-Tube T-8 277V Fixtures Enclosed $56 Each Call 5pm-8:30pm 508-867-6546 EMPIRE PROPANE VENTED PARLOR HEATER 50,000 BTU Used one year $700.00 OBO Call 508-234-8454 508-596-1918 cell For Sale Call Karl: 774-823-6692 Call: 508-248-7812 $30 Cabinet/TV Stand Near mint cards Call 508 278-3211 Go-go UltraX electric chair $300 Air Hockey Table Stars 1950’s-1970’s Great shape New $40.00 Can Deliver $75 AAA Sports Cards BICYCLE CARRIER for two Whirlpool 22 cubic fridge $500 $75 Call: 508-867-7807 $300.00 $150 15” Color RCA Television $175 6 ton, On wheels and legs. Runs good Whirlpool gas stove $250 Bricks and block of all kinds and all sizes!! Kuper Washer $150 Call: 860-908-7295 Garden Wedding? Perfect strapless informal wedding dress: White with lace overlay. Dress size 6-8, tea length in front, slight train in back. Would fit 5’2”-5’5” height. $75 Call: 508-765-5867 $30 Gas Log For Sale All are in brand new condition!! $650 OBO Call: 508-344-6015 with cab. Used one season. EZ steer, electric start. 3 year warranty Fitness Power Rider Lenovo Windows 7. Purchased November 2011. GE ELECTRIC STOVE Kitchen Table Set Most Beautiful With 4 chairs, solid oak wood Wedding Gown Double oven/4 burners Good shape, Working area on stove Beige 21 CU. FT. REFRIGERATOR/ FREEZER Double doors/beige SELF-STANDING JIG SAW on steel stand Call Paul at 508-756-0227 GENERAC GENERATOR 5,000 watts. 10 hp Runs excellent $375.00 Got a truck? Phenomenal bargains Gas range, gas clothes dryer, air hockey table, Maitlin Smith game table, piano. Boxes & boxes of good items!! $400 OBO Call: 508-278-5064 LARGE FISHER SPEAKER $50.00 ANTIQUE CHAIR $75.00 LAMINATED FLOORING 400 Square Feet $375.00 SWORD SET 32” Long $55.00 SMALL DROP LEAF TABLE ON WHEELS $65.00 MANY RECORD ALBUMS MANY HARDCOVER BOOKS 774-452-3514 All must go!! Buy some, buy all 508-341-8292 Black Leather - Reclines HISTORICAL PIECE OF LITERATURE 774 364-1117 A pictorial record of the devastation from the tornado in Worcester on June 9,1953 LOWREY ORGAN ROYALE Published by Davis Press in Worcester In original mailing sleeve $1,000.00 508-765-5072 HOTPOINT ELECTRIC KITCHEN STOVE Slide-in, white Self-cleaning Like new $400.00 508-892-0170 HOVEROUND Used Once, New Battery Comes with book and charger Excellent Condition $950.00 or Best Offer Call 413-245-9651 HP PHOTOSMART PRINTER A636 Model #Q8637A , $50.00 508 347-3145 WEATHERTECH FLOOR LINERS Purchased new in 2012 Fits Jeep Grand Cherokee 1999-2004 $70.00 or Best Offer 508 347-3145 Lazy Boy Couch $125.00 In beautiful, excellent condition. Selling for fraction of cost. One family owned $3500.00 or BO Call 860 974-1627 leave message Lumber 1,000+ board feet 2’’ Pine 12’’, 16’’, 18’’ widths Dried 30+ years indoors $2.25 BF OBO For Lot Call: 508-735-1218 Mamiya Medium Format 711 Pro camera w/80mm F4 lens & super wide 43 mm F4.5 lens with optical viewfinder, Both w/polar filter. Almost new, in perfect condition $1850.00 860 923-9407 Maple Dining Room Set With 2 built-in leaves, 6 chairs, seats up to 10 people, excellent condition. $550 Call: 508-476-1577 Miscellaneous NASCAR collectibles Over 300 items Asking $600.00 774 452-3613 010 FOR SALE Long sleeved, beaded bodice, size 4-6. $200 Call: 508-885-6988 MOTORS 1/2HP 230/460V 1725RPM, 56 Frame. $45 OBO 5HP, 230/460V 1740RPM, 184T Frame/TEFC $125 OBO 5HP, 230/460V 3495RPM, 184T Frame/TEFC $125 OBO 4 Motor Speed Controls Hitachi J100, 400/460V Best Offer Call 5pm-8:30pm 508-867-6546 NASCAR Die-Cast Models They’re Back! $5 And Up! BRAND NEW SHIPMENT! Blessings Farm 50 H Foote Road Charlton 508-248-1411 New Queen PillowTop Mattress with Box Spring in Original Plastic $150 Call: 508-410-7050 Newmac Hot Air Furnace 122,000 BTU, 4 ton air condition ready, like new, used to heat basement. Asking $1,000 Call: 508-943-5958 Oak Dining Room colonial, 6 chairs (S. Bent) 90” table, 36” mirrored buffet, 56” lighted china closet. $1,000 10 Fishing Outboards 3-25HP $250-$500 each Call: 508-885-6657 Oak Pedestal Table and 4 round-back spindle chairs. Oval with grey/blue tiled top. One Extension Excellent condition Asking $450.00 or BO Call 508 892-1783 Old Trunks $45 Each Student’s Desk & Chair $50 Two End Tables $45 each Call: 774-452-3514 Mini Kota Electric Fishing Motor 36lb thrust, 5 speeds Desktop Computer 010 FOR SALE Jotul GF200 LP Gas Craftsman 26” Snow Thrower $750.00 508 234-4160 010 FOR SALE 508-922-5315 ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITER Unopened set, still in bags. Comes with warranty. 508-885-5347 Kenmore Washing Machine Sealy twin size Extra long Massage button on remote 12 years old $300.00 6 month old full electric bed $1,000 Computer Desk $40 $1,400 Call: 508-867-8350 Brand New Pillow-top Mattress Paid-$307 Sell for-$200 7’ Pool Table In All Faith Swedish Cemetery, Worcester, MA. Lot #119 Section I 508-832-3985 Call 5pm-8:30pm 508-867-6546 Alloy wheels 6 lugs patent Fits Chevy Colorado, GMC Canon, Trailblazer, etc. $700.00 or best offer Double Cemetery Lot BEST OFFER Call: 860-923-9781 Call: 508-885-3136 Or: 860-888-5207 Both In Excellent Condition Price Includes Tuning & Move To 1st Floor Location In Worcester County. 774-232-0407 ELECTRIC POSTUREMATIC ADJUSTABLE BED 4W296, HK Potter 2790 Normally Sells For $700 www.towntotownclassifieds.com Diamond Ring Gents 14K Yellow & White Gold. Center Diamond 90/100 Surrounded By 6 03/100 Diamonds. All Fine Brilliance 26 Year Old Appraisal Was $5560 Will Sell For Same Now! •Sta-Rite 20” Sand Filter •Duraglass 3/4HP Pump/Trap •EZ Adjustable Steps/Rails •Arneson Pool Vac/Leaf Cannister & Hose •Aluminum Ladder Angle Iron Cutter For Shelving VISIT US ONLINE $125 OBO $100 OBO Call: 508-943-2174 headboard full adj. micro suede, oatmeal w/esp. wood trim $125 OBO Paid $400 Asking $250 have original receipt Coffee/Espresso Maker Call: 774-633-7014 82-12 cups $75 OBO DINING ROOM SET 48” table w/2-12” leaf Six chairs and glass-front hutch Mint condition $450 or best offer Honeywell Air Cleaner rm. sz. 15x20 $50 OBO Call: 508-765-0621 508-885-9906 Find it! Buy it! Sell it! Want to know how to sell something in Southbridge Evening News Classifieds? Turn the page to use our classified coupon. ➥ B2 Southbridge Evening News • Tuesday, February 12, 2013 265 FUEL/WOOD 010 FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE 200 GEN. BUSINESS ORIGINAL SEQUOIA NORDIC TRACK, Handmade Silk Screen, Tins (some antique), Royal Dalton China, Christmas Items, Gevalia Coffee Machines, Original Paintings and other items Sauder Computer Armoire Technics organ Troy-bilt Polar Blast Snowblower WOOD PELLET STOVE 203 SNOWMOBILES Call 860-455-6222 PELLET STOVE FOR SALE Enviro EF-111 Bay I Very Good Condition $1,800.00 Call Pete 508-864-2848 Black, Good Condition. 31”W x 52”H x 19”D With Slide-Out Keyboard Tray $100 Eastford Call: 860-377-4961 Sears Gas Trimmer with supply of lines $100 1974 Suzuki 100CC $1,000 POOL TABLE 7FT ‘Dynamo’ Coin Operated Good Condition Assortment of cameras & photo equipment Call: 508-885-3136 $650.00 OBO 508-476-1334 Series 1555 Med-Lift Power Recliner PORTABLE PODIUM $30.00 Low volt motor, four years old, cranberry color. Excellent condition!! RADIAL ARM SAW $200.00 Call: 508-476-7642 STEEL CABINET WITH GALLEY’S $200.00 GLIDER CHAIR $50.00 OLD END TABLE $45.00 BENCH TOP W/ 3 FILING CABINETS $125.00 CALL 774 452-3514 Quoizel Pendant Light Floral design deep red flowers with green leaves, gold chain, three light bulbs, approximate diameter 18”. $175 Call: 413-245-9221 Rascal Scooter With Lift In excellent condition, 4 wheel deluxe model, brand new batteries, weight capacity 450 lbs. $1,800 OBO Call: 508-476-3058 RINNAI VENTLESS GAS/LP HEATER 24,000 BTU, Remote $500.00 (4) SNOW TIRES Like new, Firestone Winterforce 225/70-15 $225.00 (4) FORD 4X4 FACTORY WHITE SPOKE RIMS 15x7 with center caps $100.00 508-479-9752 Rough Cut Wide Pine Boards in assortment of widths/lengths $1.50/board foot Mahogany Gold Cup Race Boat 26 ft Replica of 1926 race boat. 5-step bottom 327 chevy engine. Includes Trailer $65,000 Truck Cap Fiberglass, for 8’ bed. From a Dodge pickup. Red $400/OBO Snapper Roto-Tiller IR5003, Used Twice $900 or/BO TracVac Model 385-IC/385LH Used Once. $900 or/BO Bear Cat Vac-N-Chip Pro & Vac Pro purses, gently used but in excellent condition $35-$45 Call: 508-596-4925 From the very first note you play on the Technics EA5 organ, you’ll marvel at their rich authentic instrument sound. Like a well-tuned pipe organ, these instruments are finely crafted to deliver robust sounds. What’s more, their elegantly designed wood-grain finish cabinet makes them fashionably perfect for your music room. This organ is in very good condition and would suit anyone from beginner through to more experienced players A range of features including: *Upper keyboard 44 keys lower keyboard 44 keys pedal keyboard 13 keys *100’s of dynamic PCM true to life sounds *Superb organ voices including realtime Hammond style digital drawbars *Easy to use large LCD display * Large capacity 16-track sequencer * Built-in digital disk recorder Price: $1950 or B/O 508 266-0035 or 508 612-9053 Models 72085, 72285, 72295. Used Twice $1995 or/BO Call 508-765-5763 SOFA 76” By Clayton Marcus Ivory with blue, mauve, green floral pattern Traditional styling Excellent condition $225.00 or best offer TOOL SHEDS Made of Texture 1-11 8x8 $725 8x10 $900 8x12 $975 8x16 $1275 Delivered And Built On-Site Other Sizes Available Call 413-324-1117 Toro Riding Lawnmower Call 508-234-7930 $800 OBO Solid Maple Head Board-Queen $75.00 OBO Only used twice! 12,000 BTU Window A/C With Heat Required 220watt $250 OBO Queen-size Ecru Comforter Napoleon Pellet Stove w/shams and matching pillows $40.00 Less than 1yr old w/all equipment, including (2) pallets of pellets Queen-size Green/Rose 508-461-7224 Assorted Queen Sheet Sets $10-$15/each 508 764-3736 Solid Maple Dining Set Table, hutch and 6 chairs. Trees for Sale Evergreen Trees, Colorado Blue Spruce, Potted Trees, Silver Blue, 18”-22” tall. All 10 trees for $85 Norway Spruce 3 1/2’ 5/$99. Eastern Pine 5-7’ tall 5/$99. Excellent Privacy Border/Ornamental $800 OBO Harden Cherry 4-Poster King Bed Frame $800 OBO WATER SOFTENER (SEARS KENMORE) Fully automatic Never been used Paid $800.00 Asking $300.00 Parts still in plastic 508-278-5745 Two Kayaks For Sale 1 - 15 ft Nantucket, Gray 2 - 13 ft Old Town Castine , Red Both are ocean-going kayaks w/rudders, one seaters, enclosed waterproof compartment Three layer polylink Both used only twice. Like New Trestle Table 7’ 3 1/2’ Pine Matching Benches Needs Refinishing $250 London Fog Luggage Garment Bag, Carry-on, Duffle Bag $60 32’ Extension Ladder 250lb Capacity $150 Call: 508-347-7052 Lopi, Yankee Working Well maintained Baywindow front Comes w/premium accessories, 4” vent pipe, and approx. half pallet of pellets $2,000.00 Call Jim after 6:15 p.m. 508-867-7976 Worcester County Memorial Park 2003 SKIDOO 600 GRAND TOURING And 2004 SKIDOO 500SS LEGEND With 2006 Karavan Tilt Trailer. Low mileage on all. Excellent condition. 2 x 4’s, 2 x 6’s. plywood, beams. etc etc etc etc Delivery Available 508 867-2564 284 LOST & FOUND PETS Did you find your pet? Or find a home for one? SEASONED CORDWOOD FOR SALE In Brimfield Cut and Split - You pick up LET US KNOW!!! but reasonable offers considered 774-521-7051 Call 508-769-3167 TREE LENGTH FIREWOOD Please call us so that we can take your ad out of the paper... Asking $12K Paxton, MA 205 BOATS Garden of Heritage (1) Grave #121D plot 2 1995 Glastron 17ft Fiberglass Boat Available Cut & Split, Seasoned Town-To-Town Classifieds 508-909-4111 Asking $2,800 Call: 508-476-1621 (open style) with 88HP Evinrude SPL outboard. Includes trailer. Easily seats 8. Used in fresh water for water skiing. Also Small Building and Barn Removal $1400/pair or $700/each or BO 100 GENERAL $5,000 Call: 508-234-5676 281 FREE PETS Found 1/8 On Worcester St In Southbridge... All black male cat Call 508 259-8805 105 BULLETIN BOARD 2008 Sea Ray 185 Sport (2) Male Cats Green eyes, very lovable, not fixed, definitely a house cat. Two Professional Trombones For Sale In Good Condition Call to Inquire 508 278-3988 Vermont Castings Wood stove $400 2003 Skidoo Renegade $3,500 OBO CARE NET of NECT Needs volunteers!! For more information Please call: 860-779-0218 please leave message if no answer CHARITY BIKE SHOP AT THE VILLAGE CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH in Whitinsville needs donations of used bikes to be repaired for charitable purposes Call Herb Andrews at 508-234-2970 Skidoo Blizzard $1,000 OBO IN REMEMBRANCE Julie Ann Bainton (Knurowski) 1995 Skidoo Formula SLS $500 OBO 36 Year Senior Secretary Bay Path High School Dear Friend, Please Visit Our Guest Book And Leave A Note To Pay Your Respects 2000 F150 Parts Call for pricing 1987 Honda XR200 $1,000 OBO 860-377-4225 VISION FITNESS Fitness machine Model X60005 Excellent condition, used only one month Paid $1,100.00 Asking $575.00 HONDA 250EX 4-wheeler. Barely used $2,500.00 Call 508-560-5056 www.tinyurl.com/JulieBainton JULIE Nov. 26th, 1954 Nov. 30th, 2008 Send Your Love To: Mercruiser 4.3L Alpha 190PHP. 50 hours, pearl and black, many features. Outstanding condition with trailer. $18,000 Call Mark: 781-801-4061 215 CAMPING Membership to Stateline Camp Resort Family activities, pool, playground, fishing, expires 2045. $800 OBO Call for details: 508-476-7382 Check the resort out online at statelinecampresort.com 265 FUEL/WOOD 2-Year Seasoned & Partly Seasoned Oak & Hardwoods 888-974-1977 (FAX) Or Mail To: PO Box 979 Charlton City, MA 01508 Call R.T. Smart & Sons Firewood 413 267-3827 or visit our website www.RTSmartWood.com God Bless 107 MISC. FREE FREE WOOD PALLETS You pick up. Monday thru Friday 8am-noon. Stonebridge Press 25 Optical Drive ALL OAK FIREWOOD Wood lots wanted Central Boiler E-Classic GOOD CONDITION ANTIQUE PIANO 1400/2400 OUTDOOR WOOD FURNACE $250.00 Will take best offer, no reasonable offer refused Contact me as this won’t last 508-949-3922 130 YARD SALES Klein Full-length Black Wool Coat 2X $50.00 Call 508 764-3736 WORCESTER COUNTY MEMORIAL PARKS Two grave plots: Valor I {#291 unit A, graves 1 and 2} Current value $8200.00 Offered: $5,850.00 508-499-7957 [email protected] Call Today 508-882-0178 EMPYRE WOOD FURNACES $10/pair Red/Black Boil Wool Jacket 2X $20.00 Cleaner & Greener EPA Qualified 25-Year Warranty CrystalRockFarm.com all size 7 1/2 DEADLINE FOR YARD SALE SUBMISSIONS Outdoor and indoor EPA qualified 5 models to choose from IS 1:00 PM MONDAY FOR ALL MASS. WEEKLY PAPERS 774-230-4944 empyremass.com FIREWOOD *Deadlines Subject To Change Due To Holidays Call For More Info. $130.00/Cord green wood 135 LOST AND FOUND Pick up only 774-318-0775 FOUND CAMERA on Flint Rd in Charlton. Contains lots of family photos Call 508 248-3232 Call: 774-545-0330 Looking for a wonderful loving home... 2 year Old Pitbull with papers Female named “Calle” blue nose. Not spayed. Great for single pet environment. Call: 774-318-8439 283 PETS Need Help Fixing Your Pet? We can help at an affordable price!!! All surgeries performed by liscenced vets at our wellness center. Firewood Green $135 128 cubic feet. (774)696-7879 Call: 774-287-5043 LOST English Bulldog Elderly,female with limited eyesight Brown with white head Missing since 11/28 from the Rice Corner/ Arnold Rd area Brookfield/Sturbridge line I If seen please contact Mark 774 200-0388 LOST CAT Black and white (tuxedo style) male cat Long hair Lost in Sturbridge, MA Wedgewood Rd. (near Fiske Hill Rd.) Butt and tail partly shaved due to recent injury We are heartbroken Reward Call 508-347-8027 LOST CAT Cross Street area in Southbridge Missing since Saturday, November 3 Male Tiger Cat with striped tail answers to Cuddles and has an odd sounding meow and prefers to be outside Please call if you have taken him in or know his location 413-505-9747 Lost Cat Missing from Hillview Lane Whitinsville on 8/24/12 $195.00 109 MUSIC/ARTS 4 pairs, These two are brothers, both are fixed, they are 6-7 years old and are in desperate need of a home!! No delivery charge 128 cu. ft. (3) Leather Jackets 2X, 1XL $50.00/each Black Dress Shoes William is solid white with one green and one blue eye. Jack is black and white. Cut, split, delivered 1 year seasoned or green Call Paul 508-769-2351 Lands End Zero Degree Boots $20.00 Currently Homeless Due to Eviction Cut, Split and Delivered 2, 3,or 4 cord loads (located behind Southbridge Hotel & Conference Center) Columbia Hiking Boots $25.00 413-530-2002 in Killingly, CT Women’s Clothing Call 508-278-5762 Evenings $800 OBO Antique Man’s Highboy Dresser $950 OBO Call: 508-341-1337 $2,500 OBO Quilted Bedspread w/matching Toss Pillows $50.00 10.5 HP, 30 inch cut, mint condition, always stored in heated garage. Pot Belly Woodstove $300 SOLID MAPLE CORNER HUTCH 74”x37”x23.5” Excellent condition $200.00 or best offer Call: 508-207-0966 Call 508-259-8805 VERA BRADLEY Includes Stool and User Reference Guide FREE Construction Kindling Wood Transportation and additional discounts are also available. Please Call 508-637-1333 or visit us online at www.secondchanceanimals.org Powder-Puff Puppy Toy Size Long Haired Coat Hypo-Allergenic Breed. wonderful temperment $800.00 For More Information 401-397-6499 Pure Bred Puppies “Mollie” Is a longhaired tabby black & brown in color. She has 4 white paws and a white bib. She weighs 12lbs and is 2 years old, she is microchipped #985121006650768 Call: 508-266-0929 MISSING CAT Last seen 5/19/12 Goulding Drive area of Auburn. Over thirty breeds available. Health checked/guaranteed. State licensed. www.laughlinkennel.com Laughlin Kennel Call 508-987-7161 284 LOST & FOUND PETS FOUND LONG-HAIRED ADULT CAT White with tan spots Found in Fort Hill/Huguenot area of Oxford Very friendly Has been seen in area for about 10 months 508-987-5947 “Finney” 2 year old male Abyssinian. Beige (fawn) colored. He’s very shy and has never been outdoors!! Finney is Microchipped Reward If Found $300 PLEASE Email: [email protected] CLIP AND MAIL Write your ad here: Town-to-Town CLASSIFIEDS HOME TOWN SERVICE, BIG TIME RESULTS TO PLACE YOUR AD CALL TOLL FREE 1-800-536-5836 VISIT US ONLINE www.towntotownclassifieds.com Best Buy Ad Bargain Box Ad Apartments – Help Wanted Real Estate – Pets/Livestock Firewood - Daycare Advertise Your Business! Furniture – Autos Appliances – Boats Campers - Motor Homes Sell Your Items! 30 Words Or Less All 7 MA Papers (Plus Our Website) (Plus Our Website) 1 week $53 ................❑ 2 weeks $79 ............ ❑ 4 weeks $111........... ❑ 30 Words Or Less All 11 MA/CT Papers Until Sold!* $46............❑ (Up To 1 Year Maximum) * Bargain Box rate does not apply to Pets, Businesses, Real Estate Or Rentals Of Any Kind Name: Address: Town: Zip: Phone: You Can Include A Check For Your Ad, Or We Will Be Happy To Bill You Later! Mail to: Town-to-Town Classifieds P.O. Box 90 Southbridge, MA • 01550 Fax to: 508-909-4053 Email to: [email protected] For More Information, Or For Other Rates, Call Our Friendly Staff At 1-800-536-5836 Tuesday, February 12, 2013 284 LOST & FOUND PETS 298 WANTED TO BUY MISSING SINCE OCTOBER 28, 2012 LARGE BLACK MALE GERMAN SHEPHERD with tan markings on chest and legs Wearing blue collar and possible cord Leicester Street Area in Auburn Family is heartbroken Please call 508-832-3325 ROUTE 169 ANTIQUES 285 PET CARE FAN-C-PET Mobile Grooming Salon Vicki Kelley Professional Groomer 20 Years Exp. 300 HELP WANTED $ aaa 884 Worcester St. Southbridge MA Looking To Purchase Antiques And Collectibles Single Items Or Entire Estates We Buy It All And Also Do On-Site Estate Sales And Estate Auctions CALL MIKE ANYTIME 508-765-9512 “We Go Right toYour Door” 508-987-2419 $ BUY & SELL $ ALL GOLD & SILVER ITEMS Specializing in NUMISMATIC COINS, gold & silver of any form! Going... Going... Gone to the Dogs Training and behavior management in your home. Positive methods used. Certified Pet Dog trainer and member APDT Call Renelle at 508-892-1850 email: [email protected] J&L Pet Sitting Service Professional at Home Pet Sitting and Dog Walking Member of National Association of Professional Pet Sitters Established 1996 Certified • Bonded • Insured Qualified with over 30 years experience & a following of many satisfied customers. We also sell a nice selection of fine jewelry, antiques & collectibles. Bring in your items & see what they’re worth. You won’t leave disappointed. Honesty and fairness are our best policies! Lee’s Coins & Jewelry 239 West Main Street East Brookfield (Route 9 - Panda Garden Plaza) 508-637-1236 508-341-6355 (cell) CASH PAID for diabetic test strips Up to $15 per 100 ct box depending on type condition and expiration date Will pick up and pay cash 978-333-1979 or 978-503-2908 508-347-3826 Paying Cash, Buying Old: Same Owners Tom & Camila New Stuff! Reconnective Healing Animal Massage Animal Communication As Always! Reiki/Feng Shui Natural Foods Flower Essences Alpha Wave Music Boarding Indoor/Outdoor Runs Skylights Heated/Air Conditioned Day Care Supervised Groups Daily/Weekly Rates Large Play Yards Training Bottles Crocks &Pottery Toys & Marbles Jewelry Tools Entire Estates etc Tom & Deb Joralemon Oxford 508-987-1060 Millbury 508-865-1228 Main Street Antiques & Collectibles 305 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES Ghost Writer Wanted Experience a must Book Formating and Publishing Knowledge required Any published work experience, aPlus Send resume to: Gina Dervin 170 Orchard Hill Rd Pomfret Center, CT 06259 310 GENERAL HELP WANTED EXPERIENCED HAIR STYLIST to join our team Full or part-time position Opportunity for receiving a sign-on bonus up to $2,500 Contact Debbie or leave message 508-864-5605 Maids Wanted We have permanent part-time positions available. Qualifications are; your own vehicle, cleaning experience a plus but not mandatory, personable, organized and punctual. Hours estimated 15-25/week. Must be able to start at 8:45AM Perfect mothers hours. All qualified employees start at $10.00/hour. Raise to $11.00/hour after first 90 days, advancement possible. We do withhold taxes. Looking for applicants residing in the towns of: Brookfield, Spencer, Dudley & Charlton Call Tammie 508-347-3275 Qualified Fence Installers Wanted 2 laborers, 2 foremen Must be able to pass background check Compensation based on experience Please call Kelly 508 248-5003 Old comic books-1940’s and up, old baseball and sports cards, Beatles memorabilia-1960’s and up, old toys, old advertisement signs; soda, food etc. Call: 860-779-2469 Basic - Advanced Group Or Private OFFICE POSITION Marketing Office located near Auburn, Mass seeking an individual who can work with marketing to our customers both electronically and traditionally Responsible for working with company web site. Candidate must have good Microsoft office skills. In addition individual must have office skills: customer service, phone, computer, and team working abilities for a 40-hour position with summers off. Hours 8:30-4:30PM Company provides products and services to high schools. Fax resume to 866-878-9943 or email [email protected] to apply TOWN OF WEBSTER LIFEGUARD SUMMER JOBS The Town of Webster is seeking applications for Lifeguard positions for the summer at Webster Memorial Beach. Applicants must have Lifeguarding/First Aid Certificate In addition, CRP/AED Certified Starting pay begins @ $12.00 per hour New - Open Enrollment Grooming Baths To Full Grooms Certifications! PCSA Levels I & II CPR Certified Reiki Master Lighterian Reiki VII Reconnective Healing II ICNDF Certified Trainer Experienced, Caring Staff Individualized Care Attention To Detail 508-987-0077 205 Federal Hill Road Oxford, MA WANTED VERY USED Kitchen Cabinets The older the better. We are a kitchen refacing company and we use these cabinets at home shows for “BEFORE & AFTER” Call between 9 & 5 M-F or leave message KITCHEN OPTIONS of NEW ENGLAND 508-987-3384 or 860-749-6998 www.mykitchenoptions.com starwoodpetresort.com 286 LIVESTOCK Bag Shavings $4.75 each 3.2 cubic feet kiln dried, small to medium flakes, plastic bags Rock Valley Farm W. Brookfield 508 867-2508 298 WANTED TO BUY WANTED Mopeds and Scooters Any Condition Call Travis 774 242-9227 WAR RELICS & WAR SOUVENIRS WANTED WWII & EARLIER CA$H WAITING! Helmets, Swords, Daggers, Bayonets, Medals, Badges, Flags, Uniforms, etc. Over 30 Years Experience. Call David 1-508-688-0847 I’ll Come To YOU! 448 FURNITURE HHA’s, PCA’s and CNA’s chairs, loveseat, couch Living Room 3-piece sectional, brick color $1200.00 needed for Sturbridge, Spencer, Southbridge, Brookfields and Warren areas Save gas, work in your own neighborhood, flexible hours, paid travel Contact Denise at PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL SERVICES 413-289-9018 325 PROFESSIONAL Trailer Truck Drivers Wanted Class A CDL With Hazmat Also Large-Truck Mechanic (Part-time) Both Based In North Brookfield. Please Call 508-867-3235 Applications will be accepted Through March 29, 2013 and are available either online at: www.webster-ma.gov or DPW Office 23 Cudworth Rd. Webster, MA 01570 M - F 7:00 am to 2:30 pm “Please mail to the address listed above" NO EMAILS ACCEPTED NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE 402 GENERAL SERVICES All Cleanouts Cleanups Haul-Away Basements Attics Apartments Garages Yards Rental Property Estate Cleanouts Small Building Demolition Better Than A Dumpster We Do It! FREE Estimates! 774-329-3386 774-230-8586 ARMY OF 1 Water Filtration ARMY OF 1 will treat all water problems!! New Installations Servicing all equipment Well tank and pump service James Morse North Brookfield, MA 774-200-0225 Gate Collectors Arts & Crafts Instructor Applications will be accepted Through March 29, 2013 and are available either online at: www.webster-ma.gov or DPW Office 23 Cudworth Rd. Webster, MA 01570 M - F 7:00 am to 2:30 pm ‘Please mail to the address listed above" NO EMAILS ACCEPTED NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE TheHeartOf Massachusetts.com $1 PAINTING Interior/ Exterior Power Washing Carpentry Lakeside Apartments On Beautiful Cedar Lake -- Studio apartment, furnished, utilities not included. $600/Month --3-room apartment 1 bedroom Kitchen applianced Utilities not included $700/Month 1/4 Mile To I-84 And MA Pike No Pets References A Must • FREE ESTIMATES • • FULLY Insured • • Reasonable Rates • Call (508)347-9623 9am-6pm Rich O’Brien Painting LEICESTER 28 Years Of Experience 508-248-7314 500 REAL ESTATE 501 REAL ESTATE WANTED WE BUY HOUSES Call for a no cost, no obligation consultation 508-365-3505 [email protected] 505 APARTMENTS FOR RENT Brookside Terrace --------SPECIAL! $500 FREE RENT WITH MOVE-IN BY MARCH 31st ----------------------Affordable 1, 2 and 3 Bedroom Apartments For Rent. Spacious, Fully Applianced. Starting at $698 Heat/Hot Water Included! • A/C In Every Unit • Pool • Basketball Court • Playground • On-Site Laundry INCOME LIMITS APPLY [email protected] DRAGON MASONRY Licensed, Insured Free Estimates Booking Now! Walls, Walkways, Steps, Patios, Chimneys, etc *Builds *Re-builds *Re-pointing *Re-linging Brick, Block, Stone, Pavers Great References & Portfolio! Beautiful walk-out basement apartment Spacious, 1 bedroom Private, secure, Off-street parking All utilities included plus internet and cable with premier channels $1000/month 774-272-1264 298 WANTED TO BUY Section 8 Welcome Office Open From: Monday-Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm Saturday 10:00am to 4:00pm Evening Appointments Available Brookside Terrace 11 Village Drive Southbridge,MA 01550 Southbridge 161 Morris Street Heat & Hot Water Included Large 6 Rooms (1200 sf) Stove, Refrigerator Washer/Dryer Hook-up Enclosed Porch, 1 Car Garage Small Pets OK Available Now [email protected] (774)230-1939 (508)347-3068 $995/Monthly Heated North Brookfield 2 bedroom apartment. Heat/hot water included. Hardwood floors, stove, refrigerator, trash pickup, elevator, secure entry, on-site laundry, A/C, parking. Non-smoking, no pets. $875/Month 508-867-4277 Duncan Block Apartments FIREARMS WANTED: M1 Garands, M1 Carbines, .45 Pistols, 1911/1911 A1’s TOP PRICES PAID Have all necessary federal licenses Call Wally At 508-234-5860 505 APARTMENTS FOR RENT 505 APARTMENTS FOR RENT Southbridge 4 Room/2 Bedroom 3rd Floor Rubbish Removal Washer/Dryer Hook-up, Storage Shed, Enclosed Porch, Off-Street Parking. No Smokers or Pet over 10 lbs. 2 Bedroom Apartment 4 rooms 2nd floor Newly renovated Washer/dryer hookup $700/Month References and Income Verification Required Thompson, CT Now Renting 1BR Move-in Special!!! W/D Hook-ups & On-Site Laundry Ample Parking Spacious Floor Plans Near-by Park & Library Close to I395, RT12 Must Income Qualify Voucher Holders Welcome Call Today (860)923-3919 rivermillvillage@ winnco.com 508 292-3660 CHARLTON 433 CLEANING 2 bedroom $175/week Southbridge 2 Bedroom * TLC Home * Cleaning SOUTHBRIDGE 10% off with ad We Use & Supply Organic Cleaners To Ensure Your Family’s Safety. Gift Certificates For Baby Showers, Anniversaries, And More! A Perfect Gift! Office/Homes Spring/Fall Cleaning Weekly/Bi-Weekly/ Monthly Cleaning Flexible Hours/Days 2 bedroom $195/week includes utilities All are newly remodeled, carpeted, stove & refrigerator included. Section 8 Approved. No Pets Allowed Security Deposit & References Required Call 774-289-1714 DOUGLAS Registered/Insured/ Bonded 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Apartments Available CALL TODAY FOR A GREENER TOMORROW Prices start at $845/month. Includes heat, hot water, A/C, pool, fitness center & children’s program. Off street parking. Call (508)476-3777 House/Office Cleaning Available Reasonable rates. No job too big or small. Days and evening hours available. Bonded Call Wendy for a FREE estimate at: (508)943-9880 Dudley Dresser Hill Apartments 2 Bedroom In Country Setting. Stove And Refrigerator Included, Laundry Facility, Off-Street Parking. No Pets. First And Security Deposit Required 448 FURNITURE $750 Monthly FURNITURE Call: (508)397-0212 Bedroom 1 Solid Brass Bed East Brookfield w/2 white laminate bureaus/matching mirrors $1000.00 Bedroom 2 Oak Armoire, Bureau/matching mirror, cylinder waterbed, w/matching headboard Plus Utilities Apartment 3 bedrooms. 2nd floor Gas Heat, Large Rooms Washer/Dryer hook-ups off-street parking, large yard No Dogs Good Rental History $1000.00 $800/month First & Last 508 867-2564 Dining Room North Brookfield Custom-Made Racetrack Glass Top Table 6 chairs, buffet $1200.00 Living Room Drexel beige leather, 2 3 bedroom apartment first floor $850/Month Please Call: 508-868-7184 Southbridge Condo, very safe 2 bedroom/1 bath with washer/dryer hookup This is a 3rd floor with elevator off-street parking $800/Month Call Mike: 508-868-0261 Southbridge Modern 2 Bedroom Apartment Bright, Clean and Spacious Off-Street Parking in quiet area $750 per month Call 774 258-0147 SOUTHBRIDGE MUST SEE! Clean, 5-room, 2-bedroom apartment Gas heat and electric separate No smoking/No pets Available now $650/month First and last month’s rent Call 508-864-3448 River Mill Village Recently remodeled granite countertops parking, coin-op washer/dryer available NO PETS $725.00 Southbridge New 2 bedroom apartment. Off-street parking. No Pets. 774-289-0036 Southbridge 3/4 bedroom third floor $950/Month 3 bedroom first floor $850/Month Both have been remodeled and Section 8 is welcomed Call: 508-320-2175 SOUTHBRIDGE Deleaded, renovated 3-bedroom, 3rd floor apartment. 11-17 Charlton Street Available Immediately Washer/dryer hook-ups, off-street parking, basement storage. $675/month Section 8 ok! No drugs, dogs or drama please Good references required Call Joe 774-230-8486 Southbridge FIRST FLOOR APARTMENT w/possible Office Space For Rent Parking & Good Visibility! 1000 Sq. Ft 508-320-9075 WEBSTER $750/month Plus First/Security Lower rent in exchange for light maintenance 508-943-1457 after 5:00pm WEBSTER 5 Rooms/3 Bedrooms Completely Remodeled New Kitchen, Bath, Stove, Carpet, Paint, Electric Off-Street Parking Rubbish Removal NO Lead Paint NO Smokers or Pets $925/month Plus First/Security 508-943-1457 After 5:00pm WEBSTER Prospect Estates 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments. Now Available: Historical Buildings Must Income Qualify SECTION 8 CERTIFICATES WELCOME Call (508)943-9567 EHO 2 Bedroom: $775/Month First & Security Call: 508-765-5852 Southbridge Two Bedroom First Floor Apartment For Rent. $750/Month Recently Remodeled. No Pets. Washer/Dryer Hookups. Section 8 OK. First & Security Required. Call 508-949-0630 Southbridge Very Attractive One Bedroom Apartment. Centrally Located, Hardwood Floors, Modern Kitchen/Bath. Completely Furnished With Appliances & Furniture. Central Air & Parking. Safe & Quiet Building. $150/Week Utilities, Very Low, But Separate. ($500 Security) 508-248-6687 First/last/security Also 1 Bedroom available in April $675.00 298 WANTED TO BUY Collector looking WWII US Firearms Call: 508-769-2500 (508)764-7675 TOWN OF WEBSTER The Town of Webster is accepting applications for the following temporary summer jobs: 454 HOME IMPROVEMENT ***AVOID FORECL0SURE*** 400 SERVICES ASK FOR TAMMIE AT 508-347-3275 PARKS AND RECREATION SUMMER JOBS Must be Seen available for showing 10/30, 10/31, 11/2, 11/3 508 278-7659 505 APARTMENTS FOR RENT NEW LISTING 313 CLERICAL 316 SUMMER HELP Wanted To Buy By Collector 320 MEDICAL/DENTAL • Southbridge Evening News B3 SPENCER (Off Rte. 9) 1-bedroom apartment 1st floor, clean, appliances, carpeted, hot water, parking, deck Section 8 approved $625/monthly plus $625 security Cat okay 508-885-1046 Spencer Attractive One orTwoBedroom Apartment, Appliances, W/D Hookup Available Modern, Bright, Quiet Country Setting. Directly Off Route 9. Visit Our Website www.spencercondos.com WEST DUDLEY COUNTRY LIVING Large 4-room apartment, 1st floor 1 mile from Big Y Plaza in Southbridge No pets Stove and refrigerator $875/month 508-943-4964 Evenings 525 HOUSES FOR RENT CHARLTON Nugget Drive 3-4 bedroom house with deck and view of pond Refrigerator, dishwasher, hardwood floor in livingroom, newly painted $1,300/month Service Pets Only First/Last/Security References $20 Application Fee 508-765-5542 530 HOUSES FOR SALE WALES 28 Woodland Heights 1BR/1BA Single Family Hardwood Floors Owner Financing or Cash Discount $2000 DN, $587/mo 803-978-1539 546 CEMETERY LOTS Double Burial Plot Includes bronze marker in Hillsboro memorial Gardens Brandon, Florida 33511 STURBRIDGE $3,800 1st floor apartment 2 bedrooms Off-street parking Centrally located $895/month, plus utilities Call: 774-289-3622 Call 508-397-3411 or 774-402-0145 STURBRIDGE Daniel Fiske House Large 5-Room Apartment 2nd Floor, 2- Family $895/Month ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Includes Appliances & Laundry Room On Premises. Hardwood Floors First,References, And Security Deposit Required (508)347-9081 Worcester County Memorial Park Paxton, MA One lot with 2 grave sites $2,500.00 or best offer Call Tom at 978-790-8226 550 MOBILE HOMES Brookfield Nanatomqua Mobile Home Park (55+) Mobile Home For Sale. Two Bedroom, 1.5 Bath. Large Kitchen & Living Room. Screen Porch & Carport. Park Rent $120/Month Includes Taxes, Water, Sewerage, Trash and Road Maintenance CALL FOR PRICE 774-262-7307 B4 Southbridge Evening News • Tuesday, February 12, 2013 550 MOBILE HOMES 550 MOBILE HOMES 575 VACATION RENTALS 575 VACATION RENTALS For sale by motivated owner: Park Model Mobile Home Cape Cod Fort Meyers Beach Sturbridge, MA 5 Room updated fully applianced clean, mobile home. 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bath, large kitchen and living room. 4 season sun porch, lots of storage, central air, 2 large electrified sheds (1 insulated) Nice private yard with patio screen house, mature plantings plus more! DRASTICALLY REDUCED!! For Sale By Owner Fully Furnished, New Porch Addition, Also Nice Shed & Great Place For A Garden. On Beautiful Lot Near Swimming Pool. Located At Highview Campground In West Brookfield. Begin Camping 4/15-10/15 Summer Rental 6 Room House West Yarmouth One Minute walk to Ocean beach. All amenities. $950.00 per week. Call 617-698-0638 [email protected] Asking $28,000 508-867-8736 1 bedroom cottage, fully equipped, across street from beautiful beach. Clean, quiet, close to all attractions $2,200 per month for Jan or Feb Off season rates from $350 weekly 239-463-3369 727-204-4457 575 VACATION RENTALS WELLS, MAINE Village By the Sea 2 bedroom/2 bath condo. Pool complex, with jacuzzi, exercise room, outdoor pool, in-unit laundry, A/C, cable. Summer Rentals $875 Weekly CALL FOR DAILY RATE (508)429-7568 TheHeartOfMassachusetts.com plus park share Call for more details: 860-315-7122 1986 Camaro Z28 700 AUTOMOTIVE 705 AUTO ACCESSORIES Ford 351 Windsor Motor $150 Rebuilt C6 Transmission with Transfer Case $200 1952 Chevy Power Train $200 1987 GMC Parts Nice chrome front bumper, heater core, misc. Chevy 283 & 327 crankshafts Call: 508-892-8481 LEER FIBERGLASS TONNEAU COVER 700 series New ‘08. Used one season. Fits Ford SD 1999-2007 shortbed $300 OBO Call: 508-278-0810 720 CLASSICS 1963 Ford Fairlane 500 Rebuilt 260 V8, new automatic transmission, floors and interior. New dual exhaust, paint and chrome good. $8,400 OBO Will consider trades and cash Call Chuck: 508-248-5928 1976 MGB Roadster Convertible Exterior bodywork newly redone, 85,000 miles, comes with cover. $5,000 OBO Call: 508-414-7574 1978 Firebird Formula V8, 4-speed, too many new parts to list! Nice cruising car, includes custom fit car cover, color black. $8,500 OBO Call: 508-278-6219 After 5pm 305 V8, 700R4 overdrive transmission w/shift kit. 83K miles, recent paint, new tires, newer brakes, T-tops. Runs well, needs TLC, good driver. $3,850 Call Dan: 860-208-9707 BEAUTIFUL 1993 RED SEDAN DEVILLE CADILLAC 2000 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE 95,000 miles Many updates, new tires, new alt, new battery Good condition $3,200 Call 508-949-2270 2001 CHEVY BLAZER White with black interior 4 wheel drive 90,353 miles $3500 or BO One owner Call 774-551-6245 61,000 original miles Excellent condition 1 owner Always garaged, V8, Front wheel drive, 4-door A must see! Paid $28,200 new $8,500 firm Call 508-234-9955 2001 OLDSMOBILE INTRIGUE 725 AUTOMOBILES Call 508-859-4570 1991 Mercury Colony Park Station Wagon Burgundy leather interior, burgundy faux wood exterior. 75,000 original miles, great condition, needs new battery. $2,200 Call: 508-478-8538 1997 Ford Explorer Needs minor part to run Invested $4000. in one year Take it away for only $1500.00 774 452-3613 1997 MERCURY SABLE 4 door, tan 132,000 miles 300V6 Runs excellent 4 new tires, battery $1,200 or best offer Call 508-713-3066 or 508-779-0194 1998 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE SSE Loaded - everything works 148,000 miles Good condition - just passed emissions Book value $3300 Asking $3000.00 Call 860-888-5207 or 508-885-3136 1999 Volvo V70 Wagon Automatic Will sell for parts or take it all for $600.00 Call 860-377-5742 Silver, 170,000 miles, V6 automatic, 4 door, power locks/windows/seat/mirrors, A/C, cruise control, Very good condition, New tires, one owner $2,000.00 2004 HONDA CIVIC EX 732 SPORTS UTILITY 2004 Land Rover Freelander 78K miles. Extremely well maintained, clean Carfax. Sport leather interior, faux wood grain console, AWD, tow hitch, cargo area with privacy canopy. $11,400 Call 508-846-0986 WOMAN’S 21 SPD, 26” BIKE Excellent condition Asking $225 (negotiable) Call 860-779-9097 2005 Harley Davidson Fat Boy Anniversary Edition 10,250 miles, a lot of chrome, drag bars, Super G carb $13,500 OBO Call: 508-340-7950 2007-2009 Yamaha VStar 1300 Stock Seat $200 Call: 774-230-7158 740 MOTORCYCLES BMW MOTORCYCLE 1977 Harley FXE 1997 R85OR T2K New tires, hard bags, tank bag. Many upgrades and extras 3.5” Open Primary, Wide Glide, Arlen Ness chrome swing arm, 180 rear tire, etc, etc $3,500 OR will trade for 2-wheel drive pickup of equal value 2004 BMW Z4 5 speed with reverse New tires In great condition Must see to appreciate Grey, VL800K, great bike, mint condition, under 2,200 miles (always garaged). Shield, saddle bags, and sissy bar. Will consider trade for utility quad $5,500 Must See! 2004 Pontiac GTO Asking $10,900 Call: 508-949-1816 2008 Nissan Versa Hatchback Silver, 4 door, 74,000 miles. In excellent condition, one owner! $7,995 Call: 774-217-8057 or email: [email protected] Classic 1984- 500 SEL Mercedes Benz 4 door sedan, 134,000 miles, very good condition. Call: 774-329-9160 1996 HARLEY DAVIDSON 883 SPORTSTER MOTORCYCLE 2004 Yamaha V Star 1100 Classic 2 Motorcycles For Sale 2007 Roadstar WarriorMetallic Gray, VERY LOW MILES, Samson Ground Pounders, Very Clean. $7,000 OBO 2008 Yamaha FZ6600CC, Royal Blue, VERY LOW MILES, Very Clean, Slider Guards. $5,200 OBO Best Offer Call: 908-242-2016 Call for more information: or email: [email protected] 508-867-2774 2006 Suzuki Boulevard $1,500 OBO Call: 508-885-9963 Low miles $4,000 774-402-4624 1992 GMC Diesel Truck 750 CAMPERS/TRAILERS 1994 Damon Escaper 32’ Fifth Wheel Camper Great condition, real clean! New tires, custom order deluxe queen size bed and microwave. Everything works! 1998 30’ Cavalier Gulf Stream Trailer 1994 Honda 300EX Quad Torrid red with black leather interior, 5.7L LS1 V8, automatic transmission, 73,000 miles. $18,000 Call: 508-892-4102 MID SEASON DEAL Asking $6500 508-397-4626 lv. msg. $16,500 508-282-2884 $3,500 OBRO Call Neal: 508-612-5658 or: 508-488-0566 $5,000 Call: 508-335-2747 $5,000 OBO Call: 860-974-9811 With screen room, seasonal use at campgrounds. $5,500 will negotiate Call: 860-923-2445 1998 Dutchman Hardtop Pop-Up Camper Model 1002XS, King & Queen Beds, sleeps 8, front storage compartment, canopy, many extras. Excellent condition, must be seen to be appreciated. Like new, well kept $2,695 OBO Call: 860-935-5228 Asking $5,000 Call: 508-347-5179 or 774-230-5924 LAKESIDE RV RESORT 745 RECREATIONAL VEHICLES 2007 MOTORHOME 31 ft. Class “C” Itasca Impulse 11.5 ft. slideout queen bed Owners are non-smokers/ have no pets Only 14,136 miles Many extras! Asking $58,000.00 Serious buyers call 508-320-2944 6in. lift, completely rebuilt, 383 stroker, 35in. tires, lots of new parts. Awesome monster truck. Great for mud runnin!! Serious Inquiries Only Chevy 454 engine, 58,000 miles, (6) Michelin tires, queen bed, (2) TVs, Onan 7.0 generator, backup camera, (2) new batteries, hydraulic leveling jacks, many extras, excellent condition. Call Joe at: 860-315-7181 Auto, 119K miles but runs great! Minor scratches and dents but no rust! New rear brakes and rotors fall 2012 Black with red interior, 2.5L engine, 21,000 miles 1987 Chevy Pickup 1997 35’ Holiday Vacationer Own RV lot for less than renting Developers final phase All Lots 50% off Camp, Canoe, Fish, Pool, Activity Center 508 989-8165 760 VANS/TRUCKS 1986 FORD TRUCK WITH EXTENDED CAB AND EASY DUMPER $1,200.00 for both Can be sold separately 508-885-5755 508-885-5840 UPS Truck-Style, Aluminum Grumman Body, Shelves. Rebuilt Transmission/Motor, New Fuel Tank, Radiator, Steering Box. Dual Wheels, 11’ Area Behind Seats Excellent Condition 14,100GVWR Call 5pm-8:30pm 508-867-6546 1997 Dodge Dakota Extended Cab 2 wheel drive, dark green 58,000 miles, 5 speed standard transmission, good condition. $2,395. or BO Call: 508-713-3066 or 508-779-0194 765 HEAVY EQUIPMENT 2005 CASE 580 Price: $9400 4014 hours, 80 HP, backhoe and loader, 4X4 email or call [email protected] 860-578-4975 Michigan Backhoe Payloader Diesel, Runs Good $9997 Chevy Box Truck UPS-Style $3500 John Deere Skidloader Needs Motor Work Let’s Talk, Make An Offer! Call (508)347-7300 767 VEHICLES WANTED ANTIQUE AUTO PARTS NEEDED 1937-1960 Car and truck sheet metal trim and exterior parts only No mechanical parts whatsoever Also 1949-1951 Mercury trim and sheet metal 978-760-3453 2002 GMC Sierra SLT 1500, Z71 off road package. Extended cab, Onstar, 5.3 liter V8, new Mastercraft tires. 224,000 miles $6,000 OBO Call: 774-922-2098 2002 White Chevy Van Express 2500 Vehicle Needed Elderly woman looking for donated vehicle. Even if it is in need of minor repairs. Does not need to pass inspection if it is a minor fix. Call: 774-230-2564 Vehicle Needed!! If anyone has a car that runs and can get a sticker and they want to donate it to an old man that needs a car to get to the stores. Let him know he may be willing to give you something for the car. Best Offer Call: 774-482-0408 Here is his number!! Call: 508-764-0594 2004 NISSAN TITAN We Buy Junk Cars Crew Cab w/Off-Road and Tow Package. One owner Truck runs like new Never off-road or plowed All service records Flowmaster exhausts Deep water blue 211K highway miles $7495.00 or b/o 508-208-6042 Call Us At: 774-230-8586 $$$ LOCAL TRUSTED ~ BUSINESS DIRECTORY HANDYMAN HANDYMAN PAINTING PAINTING PEST CONTROL ROOFING Giles Brothers No Job Too Small Semi-Retired All Kinds Of Repairs On: PAINTING DiGeronimo PEST CONTROL Accurate Pest Control Saunders & Sons Roofing Full Pest Control Services Over 27 yrs. experience Reasonable Rates Owner Operated 508-757-8078 Owner On Every Job!! Construction & Home Remodeling New Homes, Additions Garages, Decks. Door & Window Replacement. Vinyl Siding, Roofing Kitchen & Bathroom Remodels. Hardwood & Ceramic Flooring Interior Finish Work Licensed & Insured Paul (508)949-2384 Peter (860)923-0482 Home Improvement Remodeling & Handyman Services • Cellars, Baths etc. • Older Home Floor Leveling • Laminate Flooring • Suspended Ceilings • Painting • Caretaker Services • Power Washing and MORE!! See Our Work Online Gutters Cleaned Chimneys & Foundations Repainted, Rebuilt, Or Stuccoed. Rain & Critter Caps installed, great prices! Siding Trim Installed Around Windows & Doors And On Overhanging Jets Security Bars Installed On Windows & Various Openings Have Tools, Will Travel Roland Dubrule 508-832-4446 Interior/ Exterior Power Washing Carpentry • FREE ESTIMATES • • FULLY Insured • • Reasonable Rates • Rich O’Brien Painting 28 Years Of Experience 508-248-7314 PAINTING Residential Specialist Quality Affordability & Trust Without Compromise Interior rooms As low as $159 Ceilings $99 Woodwork $99 nojobtoosmallhome improvement.com Specializing In: Tel. 508-414-7792 • Color Changes • Foyers & Stairways • Wallpaper Removal • Cathedral/Vaulted Ceilings Dudley, MA Cell 508 577 7940 TheHeartOfMassachusetts.com James DiGeronimo Serving Central MA And Beyond Ask for David Hight Auburn, MA Email Us! Call Bill Toll Free 1-866-961-ROOF 508-765-0100 MA Reg # 153955 Member Of The BBB Fully Insured Free Estimates Family owned and operated *Now Accepting All* *Major Credit Cards* What’s On Your Mind? We’d Like to Know. Email us your thoughts to: SoundOff Southbridge@ stonebridgepress.com TheHeartOfMassachusetts.com CONSTRUCTION “Every Town Deserves a Good Local Newspaper” Our readers trust our advertisers Call us today and ask how to place your ad in this section, 508-909-4111
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