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Committee role is ‘perfect fit’ for AHS senior The Agawam School Committee has a new student representative.
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SPRINGFIELD — On the latest episode of “So That Reminds Me,” hosts Ryan Feyre and I sat down with Hampden District Attorney Anthony Gulluni to discuss the DA’s youth outreach programs and the Springfield Courthouse decision, among other items. Gulluni has been the DA for nearly 12 years and will enter his fourth term in January. He ran unopposed on the Sept. 1 primary ballot and stated that he felt very fortunate and blessed to have the trust of the county and voters. He shared numerous youth outreach programs and recurring events that his office offers, including HERizon, Hoop Up Springfield, its Youth Advisory Board, Future Lawyers of Springfield and school presentations on internet safety, social media and gaming safety, the dangers of narcotics and preventing dating violence. To learn more about these programs and/or request a visit from his office, readers can visit hampdenda.com or visit their social media pages. Gulluni said he wanted to create these programs during his first campaign in 2014 and added that each of them has benefited the public safety of Hampden County. “We can do community outreach things, we can innovate, we can develop programs, but we can also enforce the law and fight for victims and hold people accountable who are hurting people and bringing narcotics into our communities,” Gulluni stated. “I think it makes a difference, and I think it’s inuring to the benefit of the long-term public safety of our community. We’re addressing and speaking with young people who may make a decision based on what they learned or what they saw in a year, or two years or three
years, so we’re really getting ahead of stuff; it’s really preventative work that we’re doing.” Gulluni also said he and his office are against a beyondscared-straight approach and instead prefer community outreach programs. “I don’t think we’re going to reach kids by intimidating them and my coming in and acting like some sort of authoritative figure,” Gulluni said. “We really realized, I think, in this generation in particular, we got to connect with young people. There’s got to be a relationship there; there’s got to be mutual respect.” Besides youth outreach programs, Gulluni also talked about other programs his office offers, including the Hampden County Addiction Task Force, which was created in partnership with the Hampden County Sheriff’s Office to bring together law enforcement, healthcare providers, schools, community coalitions and individuals/families to address addiction, overdose prevention and recovery support. Recently released state data show that Massachusetts recorded fewer than 1,000 opioid-related overdose deaths in 2025, the lowest annual total in more than a decade. Gulluni also highlighted the Emerging Adult Court of Hope, which he called the pinnacle in terms of what this office has developed. He explained that it’s a court for young adults aged 18-24 who are “almost definitely going to jail,” and provides them with a second chance. Through the voluntary program, young adults plead into the courts, accept responsibility for their criminal case, and then work with the DA’s office and ROCA Inc. for upwards of two years on behavior modification, addiction issues and mental health. Their records will be wiped clean if they successfully get through the program. “Ultimately, the big piece of
During the most recent episode of So That Reminds Me, Hampden County District Attorney Anthony Gulluni (far left) sat down with hosts Ryan Feyre (center) and Tyler Garnet (far right) to talk about outreach programs and the new Springfield courthouse. Reminder Publishing photo by Dennis Hackett
this program that I created was to get them a career on the other side of this infraction,” Gulluni said. “We got to get these young people careers, so we’re getting them involved in CDL and trades like HVAC; we’re going and getting them into college programming, college education. All these things so these young people leave the courthouse with a career where they can have hope for their futures, they can support their families and themselves, and they never come back.” Gulluni said his office has had about 15 graduates since the program’s inception seven years ago. None of them have re-offended, he said. A native of Springfield, Gulluni also shared his opinion on the Springfield Courthouse saga. On July 2, the state’s Division of Capital Asset Management and
Maintenance announced the selection of the Liberty Junction Team to replace the aging Roderick L. Ireland Courthouse with a new regional justice center at 125 Liberty St. Gulluni refused to state which courthouse proposal he preferred, but he said the selection is among the worst in terms of location. “It’s not a good location for my office; I don’t think it’s a good location for the legal community, and then this justification that it was the quote, ‘cheapest.’ I don’t think that would have been used, at least publicly, as any sort of justification if this were a courthouse in Boston,” Gulluni stated. “It feels like we’re getting short shrift, as we often do, given the geographic inequity in this state.” Gulluni called the project important for Springfield’s downtown area, its employees and
visitors. He called the selection process faulty because the committee that made this choice included zero people from Western Massachusetts. “When you put together a group of people to decide on a major economic project, on a courthouse for a city and a region and you don’t have anybody who knows the city, knows the region, knows the legal community, that to me defies common sense,” Gulluni said. In 2021, Gulluni forced his office out of the current Springfield courthouse because of health concerns. To hear the full episode, visit thereminder.com/our-podcast or search “So That Reminds Me” on your favorite podcasting platform.
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AGAWAM — Scammers lost a tool used to target Agawam residents when the City Council voted on Sept. 8 to ban cryptocurrency ATMs in the city. It also temporarily blocked data centers and strengthened the consequences for violating the city’s e-bike ordinance. The council had already conducted a public hearing on the moratorium at its Aug. 3 meeting. City Council President Anthony Russo noted that the city had the authority to choose whether to approve or reject plans for data centers following an executive order signed by Gov. Maura Healey on Sept. 8. The president explained that a preliminary ordinance will be drafted this fall and a public hearing will be held to seek in-
put on the ordinance. The ordinance may be edited to include suggestions and feedback. City Councilor Robert Rossi sought an amendment to the moratorium that would outright ban data centers larger 12 megawatts, reasoning that Agawam did not have the infrastructure to support a data center of that size. Russo objected on a technical issue, saying a moratorium and a ban cannot be combined in a single ordinance. No councilors seconded Rossi’s motion and the ban attempt died. There are eight cryptocurrency ATMs in Agawam. City Councilor Tom Hendrickson explained what they were for the benefit of residents who were not familiar with the machines. “These are used by scammers who will call people up and trick them ... into going
to these ATM machines — crypto ATM machines — depositing money and sending it to them in a way that can’t really be traced by law enforcement,” he said. He added that the ATMs had no other purpose. “I didn’t know really know we had eight in town. That’s scary to be, as a senior,” City Councilor Rosemary Sandlin said. City Councilor George Bitzas commented that the federal government should take steps to outlaw the machines. The council voted unanimously to ban the cryptocurrency ATMs. Businesses will have 90 days to remove the machines. In June, the council passed an e-bike ordinance, requiring helmets be worn when operating the electric battery-powered bicycles. The ordinance also prohibited and riding the bikes on sidewalks and reckless behav-
ior on the roadways. However, the consequences for violating the ordinance were relatively minor, with a $50 fine. Mayor Christopher Johnson and City Councilor Dino Mercadante sponsored an amendment to give the ordinance more severe consequences. He explained that the first infraction would result in a $50 fine. A second violation of the ordinance carried a $100 fine, and the third one would result in a $300 fine. At that point, the e-bike may be impounded for up to 15 days. Sandlin said she has seen 12-year-olds riding e-bikes at night without helmets or reflectors. “Even my walkers have reflective gear,” she remarked. “The police are doing their job. What we need to do is get ... the kids’ parents to do their job,” Mercadante said. Rossi
agreed, “It’s up to the parents themselves to sit down and talk to their little devil and tell them the consequences of speeding, riding on sidewalks, joining up in groups.” City Councilor Christine Rickmon suggested the schools could help operate a public awareness campaign, educating parents about the risks of reckless e-bike operation and the financial outcomes that may result. City Councilor Edward Borgatti agreed with his colleagues that there were easy steps parents could take to make e-bikes safer for the rider and the public. These include buying their child a helmet, asking who they will be meeting up with and making sure the bike is locked up at night. The council unanimously approved the first reading of the enhanced ordinance.
School Committee role is ‘perfect fit’ for AHS senior By Mike Lydick Correspondent
AGAWAM — Devin Soucy is passionate about public service. One day, the Agawam High School senior plans to run for elected office. He hopes to learn more about public service by serving as the new student representative to the School Committee. “I want to make a positive impact on my community and, hopefully, on our country. I think serving on the School Committee is a great opportunity to begin learning more
about public service and leadership,” said Soucy. Soucy, who will serve for the 2026-27 school year, was among more than a dozen students who applied for the position. He was one of seven students in midMay by AHS Assistant Principal Amanda Danek and Aiden Thierrien, the 2025-26 student representative. “Devin has worked closely with us in many ways this year. He is a leader in our building through his advocacy for programming, through his advocacy for creating a culture of inclusivi-
ty, of academic excellence and of community service,” said AHS Principal Jim Blain when he introduced Soucy to the committee at its May 26 meeting. Soucy said he wanted to serve as the student representative to give back to his community to make sure every student’s voice in the district is heard. “My goal is to represent students to help strengthen the connection between students and the School Committee,” said the 17-year-old. Most student representatives wait until September to start attending. But not Soucy. He was
at the table with the committee at its June meeting. “I wanted to hit the ground running,” he said. “By starting in June, I was able to learn how the meetings operate and better understand my responsibilities before the school year began. I wanted to be ready to make an impact from day one instead of spending the first few meetings learning the role.” To prepare for his new position, Soucy attended School Committee meetings and talked to his peers, administrators and the previous student representative. He’s learning as much as possible about the position to he can represent students effectively and serve them and the district “to the best of my ability.” Open communication is one of Soucy’s biggest priorities. He will provide regular updates to the committee through school announcements and by staying connected with students and administrators. He also plans to enlist students at other schools to provide additional information through a new program he’s created. It’s called the Junior Representative Program that will allow student representatives from each school to stay in regular contact with him. “I’ll also share updates from School Committee meetings with them, and they’ll share news, accomplishments
Devin Soucy is the new student representative on the School Committee for the 2026-27 school year. The AHS senior said it’s a “great opportunity” to learn more about public service. Reminder Publishing photo by Mike Lydick
and concerns from their schools so I can bring those perspectives to the committee.” Soucy said he’s excited to launch this new program because it creates a direct line of communication between every school in the district and the School Committee. He added that one of See SOUCY on page 5
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the biggest issues students talked to him about was improving communication. “Many students wanted to know more about what happens during School Committee meetings and wanted to feel more connected to decisions being made across the district. That’s one of the main reasons I created the Junior Representative Program,” said Soucy, who moved to Agawam in 2021when he was in sixth grade. He said his parents are very proud and supportive of him serving on the School Committee. “They’ve always encouraged me to get involved in my school and community. They’re excited to see me represent students across the district.” His mother, Emily Soucy, said she’s thrilled about her son serving on the School Committee. “It’s a wonderful opportunity for him to serve as a voice for Agawam students and advocate for their ideas and experiences. Community service has always been deeply important to Devin, as he believes in giving back to his community and making a meaningful difference in the lives of others. This role is a perfect fit. I’m proud of his opportunity to represent his peers and make a positive impact in the school community.” At AHS, Soucy is involved in a number of extracurricular activities while taking challenging classes. Additionally, he’s president of the National Honor Society and the founder and president of the Speech and Debate Society. He also serves as the Mental Health Committee leader for the Hampden District Attorney’s Youth Advisory Board, participates on the Barr Foundation Student Advisory Group, is a member of the Future Lawyers of Springfield and serves as the boys’ and girls’ volleyball team manager This fall he will be a
legal intern. One accomplishment that Soucy is especially proud of is maintaining a GPA above 4.0 while staying actively involved in leadership, service and extracurricular activities. “I’ve learned how to balance my responsibilities while continuing to challenge myself both inside and outside the classroom,” he said. Soucy added that time management has become one of his strongest skills. “I stay organized, plan ahead, and make sure I dedicate enough time to each commitment. Serving as the student representative is something I take very seriously, and I’ll make sure I give this role the time and attention it deserves.” During the summer, Soucy participated in three leadership programs: the World Affairs Seminar in Wisconsin, the Best Buddies Leadership Conference in Indiana and a Global Glimpse leadership trip to Costa Rica. After graduating from AHS, Soucy’s goal is to pursue a career in law and politics, with the longterm goal of working in the federal government. Soucy plans to major in political science and minor in a pre-government/legal study before attending law school. He’s still exploring his college options, but the schools Soucy is interested in include Yale University, Trinity College and Swarthmore College in Pennsylvania.
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WEST SPRINGFIELD — Nominations for this year’s West Springfield High School Athletic Hall of Fame induction class are officially open until Sept. 30 for athletes, teams, coaches or special contributors who have helped shape WSHS athletics. The community is invited to nominate potential inductees into the Terrier Hall of Fame for their accomplishments, leadership or dedication to West Springfield. Athletes are eligible five years after graduation, teams are eligible after five years and coaches are eligible three years after retirement from the sport. Special contributors are considered those who have helped develop, inspire and foster growth in WSHS athletics or the community. Special nominees are also included in the nomination form and include candidates who have been selected into any state or national hall of fame, have achieved a world record, have participated and represented the United States in the Olympics or World Games or is a member of a professional or amateur national championship team. The West Springfield High School Athletic Hall of Fame Committee formed in a 2016 collaboration with Town Councilor Brian Griffin and Mayor William Reichelt after WSHS baseball won the Division I state championship. Griffin has served as the committee chair since and said it has held onto most of the original members. “We sat together and we said ‘geez, why don’t we have a Hall of Fame here in West Springfield,’” Griffin said. “We decided to create one and since then, we’ve had many classes … I think our first class was 2018.”
Griffin said the classes typically see about six athletes, two teams, two coaches and two special contributors — tallying to about 12 inductees a year. He said some inductees are Olympic gold medalists and people who have gone on to have long careers in athletics or coaching. “[Inductees] harken back to where their athletic careers all started,” Griffin said. “They started on West Side, and when they all come back, they just feel that this is where it all started for them and it’s remarkable … As we’re developing the script together for the events, we learn so much about our athletes, about our history. This is half the reason why we’re doing it, because it thrills us so much. The stories that come out of how hard it is to be an athlete in particular, but nevermind being in the Hall of Fame, the stories behind it and where they’ve gone from when they were in West Springfield as athletes to national, international successes. We embrace all of it.” He recalled looking at soccer teams from the 1970s and having the chance to learn about how they are still together as a family. “You see those people come back and they’re all collectively together in one room beaming with pride,” Griffin said. “That’s really what it’s all about. This is really why we have it, to recognize those individuals of those teams and those special contributors and thank them for all they did and the commitment it took. It is a tremendous amount of commitment to be an athlete in high school and a tremendous amount of commitment to further yourself in your career as well.” The committee is still receiving nominations and will announce the induction ceremony date in the coming weeks. Nominations can be submitted at wsps. org under the “families and community” tab.
West Springfield High School Athletic Hall of Fame Committee Chair Brian Griffin spoke at a previous induction ceremony, which will be announced for 2026 in the coming weeks. Reminder Publishing submitted photo
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square stone columns rise 76 inches, matching the scale of the twin towers. At the base, a plaque reads, “Let it be known to the world, united we stand, one nation under God, for liberty and justice for all.” Fire Chief Alan Sirois spoke on the significance of the anniversary. “Twenty-five years. A quarter of a century since 2,977 people were killed on a clear Tuesday morning in September. Among them, 343 firefighters, 60 law enforcement officers and eight EMS providers who all climbed the stairs when everyone else was running down.” The chief recalled that he had been on the job for just 72 days when the attack occurred. “Most of what I know about this job I learned in a world that that morning created,” he said. Sirois noted that the number of firefighters who worked with him then is shrinking,
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and soon there will be none left. He said that represents a deadline. “Because there’s a difference between history and memory. History is durable. It’s written down, taught, archived and always available to anyone who goes to look for it,” Sirois said. “Memories are fragile. Memory lives in people and people leave.” He said the promise to never forget will soon fall to people who were too young to remember, or not yet alive. He urged people to share their detailed memories with younger generations. Sirois reminded those gathered that firefighters are still dying from illnesses caused by the chemicals they breathed in at Ground Zero that day. The Fire Department of New York released a report this month, tallying those deaths at nearly 600, while 12,000 have been certified with a medical or mental health condition directly tied to 9/11. “The rescue lasted one day. The
recovery lasted 10 months. The subsequent war in Afghanistan, two decades,” Sirois said. “The bill for all these times and all these incidents being paid for in dollars, blood and souls.” Firefighter/EMT Nolan Arbuckle struck the ceremonial fire bell with four series of five rings.
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Local walkers continue fundraising efforts for Dana-Farber AGAWAM — After raising $3,400 for Dana-Farber Cancer Institute at their first community tag sale, Debbie Callahan and Steve Buoniconti are doing it again — this time in Agawam. Their second fundraising tag sale will be held Sept. 25-27, from 4-8 p.m. each day at 116 Katherine Drive in Agawam. The first sale, held Aug. 7–9 at Callahan’s West Springfield home during the citywide tag sale weekend, raised $3,400 thanks to donated merchandise, volunteers and an outpouring of support from shoppers and the community. “We were amazed by the response to our first tag sale,” Callahan said. “People donated items, came out to shop and supported us in so many ways. To see all of those donated items turn into $3,400 for Dana-Farber was incredible, and we’re hoping the community will help us do it again in Agawam.”
Once again, all items offered for sale are being donated, and 100% of the proceeds will benefit Dana-Farber Cancer Institute as part of Callahan and Buoniconti’s fundraising for the Jimmy Fund Walk for Dana-Farber on Sunday, Oct. 4. For both walkers, the cause is deeply personal. Buoniconti lost his wife to cancer in 2023. That same year, Callahan received a cancer diagnosis of her own. Their experiences have given them a firsthand understanding of how cancer affects not only patients, but also families, caregivers and friends. “Cancer has touched both of our lives in different ways,” Callahan said. “We know what it means for a family to hear the word cancer. This is our way of taking those experiences and doing something positive — helping support the research and care that can make a
difference for someone else.” On Oct. 4, Callahan and Buoniconti will join participants in the Jimmy Fund Walk for Dana-Farber along the historic Boston Marathon course. Funds raised through the Walk support cancer research and patient care at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. Dana-Farber brings scientists and clinicians together to advance the understanding and treatment of cancer. Its work includes laboratory and clinical research, innovative treatments and clinical trials, along with comprehensive care and support services for patients, survivors, caregivers and families.
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NORTHAMPTON — Jazz will once again engulf the streets of downtown Northampton as the Northampton Jazz Festival returns Sept. 25 and 26, bringing 80 musicians to 17 venues for its 15th annual event. Since its founding in 2011, the Northampton Jazz Festival has become a celebrated music event bringing over 2,000 visitors to the city of Northampton, according to organizers. “It’s a fabulous milestone, and we’re really proud of it. We are an all-volunteer organization. We have no paid staff. There’s a 10-member board, and we all work hard to put on this festival,” said Northampton Jazz Festival President Ruth Griggs. The weekend’s events kick off with the Jazz Strut that Friday, Sept. 25, at 4 p.m. in Pulaski Park. That is followed by Jazz Fest Day on Saturday, Sept. 26, which features free performances at seven locations across the city. “The Northampton Jazz Festival has developed a really positive reputation over the years, especially these past couple of years,” Griggs added. “The word is out that this is a great little festival and that we treat our musicians really well and that it’s a very accessible festival. I’m just really proud of the reputation that this little festival has earned.” Headlining this year’s festival is alto saxophonist Lakecia Benjamin, who will perform at the Academy of Music on Saturday, Sept. 26, at 7:30 p.m. Benjamin is a six-time Grammy nominee, arranger, composer, bandleader and educator, whose music blends R&B, several strains of jazz and funk. Benjamin’s tone, which has been compared to Johnny Hodges, uses many forms of music, according to organizers. Her acclaimed albums “Phoenix” (2023) and “Pursuance: The Coltranes” (2020) garnered praise from The New York Times, The Guardian and DownBeat. Her newest album, “We
Clockwise from left: Northampton Jazz Festival headliner, alto saxophonist Lakecia Benjamin, performs her new album “We Dream” on Saturday, Sept. 26, at the Academy of Music at 7:30 p.m. Hot Club of New England performs at Pulaski Park on Saturday, Sept. 26, at 5 p.m. At right, Johnny O’Neal Trio will perform at Edwards Church on Saturday, Sept. 26, at 2:30 and 4 p.m. Photo credit: Northampton Jazz Festival
Dream,” released on June 5, responds to the current time. She will perform with Oscar Perez on piano, Elias Bailey on bass and Jonathan Barber on drums. “We’re especially excited to bring Lakecia Benjamin to the Academy of Music this year as our headliner,” said Griggs. “Lakecia is the future of jazz. She is bold, she’s a composer, she’s a John Coltrane scholar, and she has collaborated with some of the most respected musicians in jazz today, such as Chris Potter, in her latest album ‘We Dream.’ She blends multiple genres into her music, bending toward the future this great American music tradition known as jazz.” Benjamin’s concert is the only ticketed event at the festival. Tickets are $35 to $55 plus fees and are available at AoMTheatre. com or at the Academy of Music Box Office Tuesday through Friday from 3-6 p.m. Student tickets are $20 plus fees, and Mass Cultural Council’s Card to Culture tickets are available for this concert. Tickets are available at northamptonjazzfest.org/ jazz-fest-2026. The full lineup of free day-
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time festival performances on Jazz Fest Day will feature jazz musicians from across the country and region performing in downtown venues. Griggs said the festival’s growth over the years has made it a hotbed attraction for jazz from all over. The Friday night Jazz Strut will begin with performances at Pulaski Park by the Northampton High School Jazz Band ensemble MS Sunshine, followed by the Smith College Jazz Ensemble. Sets throughout the evening and late night will be performed at Spoleto, Northampton Brewery, India House, GOMBO, Eastside Grill, Progression Brewing, Haze and Toasted Owl. Griggs further spoke to the
festival’s distinct qualities and its approachable nature. “I think the other thing that we’ve established is a certain uniqueness about this festival that people have grown to really embrace and that’s that we’re accessible, we’re free and open to the public, we’re open to all, we’re in different venues around town so people get to enjoy Northampton and all that Northampton has to offer, let alone jazz, and it’s a very intimate festival,” said Griggs.
To view the full lineup and schedule for this year’s twoday festival, visit northamptonjazzfest.org/jazz-fest-2026. Volunteers can sign up for the Friday and Saturday events at northamptonjazzfest.org/volunteer. For more information about the schedule, musician bios and music samples, visit northamptonjazzfest.org, email info@northamptonjazzfest. org or visit the Jazz Fest on Instagram and Facebook @ northamptonjazzfest.
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AGAWAM | SEPTEMBER 17 - 23, 2026 No more cleaning gutters. Guaranteed! LeafFilter backed by no-clog guarantee & lifetime warranty. Call 1-833-610-1936 to schedule FREE inspection/estimate. Get 15% off your entire order. Military & Seniors get additional 10% off. Limited time. Restrictions apply, see rep for details.
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413-579-5619 Cell: 413-530-2982
UPHOLSTERY
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TREE SERVICE American Tree & Shrub Removal, pruning, bucket/crane work. Light excavation and tree planting. Fully Insured/Free Estimates. 24-hour Emergency Services. 20+ years Experience
ABC MASONRY & BASEMENT WATERPROOFING
TMR MASON CONTRACTOR All types of masonry and concrete: brick, block, stone stucco. Chimney repairs, foundation repairs, bulkheads, concrete sidewalks, stairs and patios, Fully licensed/ insured. Todd: 413-575-3839
Call Dave 413-579-4073
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MASONRY / CONCRETE
Jacuzzi Bath Remodel can install a new, custom bath or shower in as little as 1-day. Limited time, waving all installation costs! Additional terms apply. Subject to change & vary by dealer. Ends soon. 844-501-3208
For ALL your plumbing needs. No job is too small! Veteran Owned and operated MA Licensed and Insured
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DAVID ROSE PLUMBING & HEATING
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All brick, block concrete; concrete steps & walk-ways; new paver walk-ways; paver patios & retaining walls. Chimneys, foundations, hatchways, new basement windows installed and repaired. New hatchway & bulkhead doors. Sump pumps and french drain systems installed. Foundations pointed and stuccoed. Free estimates (413)569-1611 or (413)374-5377
PLUMBING
PAINTING & WALLPAPERING PROFESSIONAL PAINTING Interior, exterior, wallpapering, minor carpentry. Low, low prices. Free estimates. Steve 413310-5099; 860-741-5588
Call (413)562-6639 Monday-Friday, 9-5.
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PETS Trimming Edge Pet Care Dog Walking, Pet Sitting, Grooming, Drop-In Visits, Medication
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CARRIERS & PART-TIME SUBS NEEDED! WE ARE OFFERING A BONUS INCENTIVE TO NEW CARRIERS AFTER COMPLETING 4 WEEKS!
EAST LONGMEADOW - THURSDAY, HOOK DELIVERY
132 Papers: St. Joseph Dr., Wisteria Ln., Pembroke Terr., Rockingham Cir., Dartmouth Ln., Partial - Prospect St., Chestnut St., Somers Rd. 103 Papers: Gerrard Ave., Holy Cross Cir., Kingston Ave., Lombard Ave., Nelson St., Roderick Ave., Partial- N. Main St. 128 Papers: Braeburn Rd., Channing Rd., Tufts St., Van Dyke Rd., Wood Ave., Boulder St., Admiral St., Thompson St., Partial-Dwight Rd. (odd side only) 58 Papers: Anne St., Helen Cir., John St., Vadnais St., Converse Cir. 131 Papers: Orchard Rd., Pine Grove Cir., Partial-Parker St., Porter Rd., Allen St. 135 Papers: Baymor Dr., Edmund St., Fifth St., Glendale Rd., Knollwood Dr.
68 Papers: Woolworth St., Woodside Dr., Blokland Dr., Wilkin Dr., Grassy Gutter Rd. 57 Papers: Park Dr., Brittany Rd., Normandy Rd., Partial-E. Greenwich Rd., Colony Rd. 149 Papers: Prynne Ridge Rd., Wyndward Rd., Wildwood Glen, Maplewood St., Partial-Maple Rd. 158 Papers: Burbank Rd., Farmington Rd., Ellington Rd., Oakwood Rd., Partial-Converse St. 201 Papers: Dover Rd., Birchwood Ave., Benedict Ter., Roseland Ter., Colony Rd. 61 Papers: Magnolia Cir., Primrose Dr., Merriweather Dr., Vanguard Ln., Ridge Rd. 230 Papers: Blueberry Hill Rd., Concord Rd., Green Willow Dr., Tanglewood Dr., Redfern Dr. 80 Papers: Chandler Ave., Partial - Longmeadow St. 108 Papers: Birnie Rd., Brookside Dr., Crescent Rd., Longview Dr., Fairhill Dr., Partial - Longmeadow St.
LONGMEADOW - THURSDAY, HOOK DELIVERY
WILBRAHAM - THURSDAY, HOOK DELIVERY
73 Papers: Williamsburg Dr., Eunice Dr., Tabor Crossing, Morgan Ridge, Burns Meadow, Churchill Dr., Partial - Converse St. 85 Papers: Andover Rd., Ashford Rd., Cranwell Ln., Deerfield Ave., Willow Cir., Williston Dr., Willow Brook Rd., Partial - Frank Smith Rd. 146 Papers: Albemarle Rd., Arcadia St., Barclay St., Chiswick St., Fairway Dr., Franklin Rd., Lincoln Pk., Whitmun Rd., Woodmont Rd. 95 Papers: Brookwood Dr., Kenmore Dr., Knollwood Dr., Partial - Shaker Rd. 97 Papers: Barbara Ln., Quinnehtuk Rd., Village Dr., Pioneer Dr., Partial - Maple Rd., Frank Smith Rd., Wolf Swamp Rd. 100 Papers: Norway St., Nevins Ave., Partial - Maple Rd. 155 Papers: Birch Rd., Yarmouth St., King Philip Dr., Sheffield Ave., Partial-Wolf Swamp Rd. 105 Papers: Hopkins Pl., Hawthorn St., Fairfield Ter., Laurel Ln., Partial-Laurel St.
228 Papers: Echo Hill Rd., Highmoor Dr., Meeting House Ln., Rice Dr., Ridge Rd., Highridge Rd., Hitching Post Ln., Partial - Mountain Rd., Monson Rd., Tinkham Rd., Main St.
Call Holly @
413.788.1316
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