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and potentially even parts of the library as well.” Wong said that at its peak, Town Hall used to have close to 30 full-time equivalents. That has been reduced closer to 20 for FY27 and might be reduced further. The Police Department’s authorized staffing level was reduced from 29 to 27 sworn officers. “When people say cut the fat, we have cut. I think we’ve cut into the bone, cut into the muscle, and we’re continuing to do more, all in good faith, to show folks that we’re just going to try
to live within our means,” Wong stated. “The $3.5 million that is before you is still an incredibly lean number. It still means that we have to reduce more services, more people, and we have to be innovative.” The Selectboard viewed two different 5-year projections the town put together regarding revenues and expenditures; one with a $3.5 million override and one without. The town plans to implement the Budget Task Force recommendations regarding See OVERRIDE on page 2
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Wong said that since that meeting, she and the town have had many discussions with each department to discuss their priorities. Wong stated that the town is now asking for less because the town is presuming that they are going to operate with less while they look at continuous savings and efficiencies. “The difference between the [$4.35 million] and the [$3.5 million] is that the other departments really are not going to get any restoration,” Wong explained. “That includes police, DPW, all of Town Hall, Council on Aging
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The Selectboard votes at its July 14 meeting to host a special town election on Sept. 1 to present a tax override question to the residents.
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SOUTH HADLEY — South Hadley voters will see a tax override question during the Sept. 1 state primary after the Selectboard voted 3-2 to ask the town to approve a $3.5 million override raised over three years. The Selectboard and Appropriations Committee hosted a joint meeting on July 14 to discuss the override and ultimately come to a conclusion. Their decision comes three months after voters decided against a $9 million and an $11 million override to save a bunch of city services. The question voters will now see come Sept. 1 reads, “Shall the town of South Hadley be allowed to assess an additional $3.5 million in real estate and personal property taxes for the purpose of operating the municipal government and public schools for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026?” According to previous reporting by Reminder Publishing, a $3.5 million tax override would fund the schools and library, maintain expenses cuts and add to the Stabilization Fund. Before this question was finalized, multiple South Hadley committees hosted a joint meeting on April 21, where Wong proposed a $4.35 million override that would be raised over three years. No decision was made on that proposal, and Wong explained the $4.35 million recommendation would have restored level funding to fiscal year 2026 numbers for just about every department.
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Town to explore repealing marijuana establishment ban By Tyler Garnet
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SOUTH HADLEY — South Hadley will look at the possibility of allowing marijuana establishments to operate in the town, which, if decided, would undo an eight-year ban on the businesses. During its July 14 meeting, the Selectboard looked at two potential bylaw changes that would eliminate the current ban on marijuana establishments within the town’s borders. To allow for cannabis establishments to be in South Hadley, Wong explained that the town would have to amend its general and zoning bylaws. The question of whether to eliminate the ban in the interim would have to appear on a Town Meeting warrant too, and Wong said it would also have to go through the relevant boards and committees for public hearings and discussions. The Selectboard approved sending the potential bylaw change to the town staff for review. Selectboard Chair Jeff Cyr stated, “I think from an economic perspective, it’s a good idea.” South Hadley banned the sale
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the PILOT program; consolidation of services, etc., in hopes to reduce the operating deficit moving forward. Wong stated there were a lot of assumptions that went into the 5-year projections. When the town develops the FY28 budget, Wong said a number of variables could change some line items by hundreds of thousands of dollars, both in the positive and negative. Some variables include health in-
of commercial recreational marijuana in 2018 after residents approved the ban at a January Special Town Meeting and an April town election. Those votes came after the Planning Board proposed that an amendment be made to the town’s zoning code to prohibit five types of recreational marijuana businesses — craft marijuana cultivator cooperatives, marijuana cultivators, marijuana product manufacturers, marijuana testing facilities and marijuana retailers — from operating in any zoning district. This ban followed a vote in 2016 where 4,779 South Hadley residents voted in favor of legalizing marijuana. Meanwhile, 4,445 residents voted against it. Massachusetts voters approved a ballot question in 2016, which legalized the possession, cultivation and distribution of marijuana for non-medical purposes. In that election, approximately 51% of South Hadley’s participating voters voted in favor of the question. The town also plans to review its bylaw about mobile food trucks in the near future, although what changes will be made was not determined at the meeting. The current bylaw, Chapter
177-4, which relates to vending on private commercial properties, states that these types of properties are limited to all business districts with initial site plan review by the Planning Board. The bylaw states that a mobile food unit “shall be located entirely on the property being served and
is limited to no more than 14 days per calendar month at any one location.” Selectboard member Carol Constant stated that she was in favor of looking at the current bylaw. “I think this is a really fun idea,” she said. “I know that
sometimes box buildings, box stores, brick and mortar stores sometimes feel that this can be a threat to their business, but I just got back from Portland, Oregon, and they have really cool food truck pods where they have like six food trucks in one spot, and it’s just a really fun vibe.”
surance, School Choice, charter school tuition for students leaving the district and school contracts that have not yet been settled. “There’s going to be a number of attempts at the town side to continue to reduce the cost of services.” Wong stated. “We are looking at additional retirements and/or attrition. Say, can we find another way to reorganize or have a lower-cost alternative? There are some grants that we’re looking at as well, but again, a lot of those come with strings, so it might be good now, but then we’re on the hook a couple years later. So, there’s a number of
things that we’re evaluating.” The Department of Local Services will analyze the town’s finances this summer to primarily study staff operations. Wong said there have been discussions about a finance director in lieu of the retiring town accountant. They will also look at the government structure and the difference between having a Finance Committee or a Appropriations Committee. The Appropriations Committee did not take an official stance on whether it supported a tax override or not at the joint meeting. Committee Chair Thomas Terry stated that he felt it would
be appropriate to allow the voters to make that decision. “I think it would make the most sense to put that on the ballot, whether it be Sept. 1 or in April, that would have to be decided. But, in my opinion, I think that’s something that the voters should have an opportunity to weigh in on.” At its July 6 meeting, the School Committee advocated for the override vote in September.
Selectboard Chair Jef Cyr stated that he is hopeful that this tax override vote passes. “I think it’s really important,” Cyr stated. “Like Lisa says, the impacts are going to be seen further and further as this fiscal year goes on, and [we] just [have] to be cognizant of what the next fiscal years are gong to look like after this. They’re going to be really, really tough without some kind of dollars added to our budgets.”
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WEST SPRINGFIELD — Hockey players and fans from the United States and Canada are set to gather at West Springfield’s Better Living Center in the Eastern States Exposition Fairgrounds to celebrate 100 years of professional hockey in Western Massachusetts at the Springfield Hockey Heritage Society’s annual “Hockeyday” on July 25 from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets are $15 for members of the heritage society and $18 for non-members, available at hockeyday2026.eventbrite.com or in-person at West Springfield’s Steve’s Sports, 94 Front St. The Springfield Hockey Heritage Society is a nonprofit that strives to “preserve the history of hockey in Springfield,” according to a press release. Hockey in Western Massachu-
setts dates back to 1926 when the Springfield Indians, named after the Springfield-based Indian Motorcycle Company, began playing for the American Hockey League at the Eastern States Coliseum. “Hockeyday” will take place just a building away from the Coliseum, and features raffles, an auction for hockey-memorabilia and non-hockey related items, cornhole and other games, vintage jersey and equipment displays, and exclusive merchandise and apparel with past Springfield hockey logos. Former Springfield Kings player Mike Corrigan said in the release that the event grows each year and includes more former professional players coming back to reminisce on their Springfield playing days. The Springfield Indians temporarily rebranded to the Kings from 1967-1975. “The Springfield Hockey Heritage Society really cares about
preserving the history of hockey in Springfield and it shows,” Corrigan said in the release. “This gathering is first-class all the way.” Springfield Hockey Heritage Society Executive Director Steve Bordeaux said around 20 former Springfield players will be in attendance to share stories and sign autographs. He added that the Springfield Thunderbirds’ team bus will be there, along with mascots from the Thunderbirds and possibly the Worcester Railers. “It’s a good day, all in all,” Bordeaux said. “Just lots of stuff going on … The Springfield Thunderbirds bring their inflatable shooting game, there is cornhole for the kids and whomever to play.” The event is going back to Springfield hockey’s roots, and Bordeaux said the heritage society found the family of a player from the 1926 Springfield Indi-
ans and invited them to the event. “There was one player on the 1926 team, his name was [Henry ‘Buddy’ Maracle],” Bordeaux said. “We’ve actually tracked down his descendants up in St. Catherines, Ontario, and we’re bringing four of his descendants down. They couldn’t be more excited to come down and see where Buddy played 100 years ago. I think that’s gonna be super special for them and for us.” He added that the heritage society is just trying to have a great event for its attendees. “It’s more about the people that want to go and be part of it, that they have a good time,” Bordeaux said. “We’re behind the scenes putting it all together, and it could get stressful, and it does get stressful, but it’s more about the people having a good time.” Graphic Design Manager: More information on the herThurbercan be found at itageBeth society hockeyspringfield.org.
Women’s Fund of Western Mass. awards $195,000 SPRINGFIELD — The Women’s Fund of Western Massachusetts is pleased to announce $195,000 in general cycle grant awards to 17 organizations serving women, girls, and gender-diverse people across Berkshire, Franklin, Hampden and Hampshire counties in June. The fund’s total fiscal year grant cycle, between August 2025 and June 2026, awarded $450,000 in community investment grants that were distributed throughout the four-county region. The fund highlighted their 30year anniversary of grantmaking to reflect on decades-long partnerships throughout Western Massachusetts, while inviting new partners to expand its network. “This is an opportunity to reflect on 30 years of grantmak-
ing,” says Kelley Bryant, director of grantmaking and impact at the fund. “The Community Investments committee, board, and staff sought to invest in close partners and new partners that sustain local communities and fuel gender equity in Western Massachusetts.” Julia Keosaian, executive director of Berkshire Nursing Families, adds, “This support strengthens our ability to provide free, compassionate perinatal and lactation care to families across our region during one of the most vulnerable and transformative times of their lives. Maternal and child health in the Berkshires depends on the kind of sustained, community-centered investment that the Women’s Fund has championed — and we’re proud
to be partners in that work.” Turmoil in the national funding landscape is causing instability for organizations providing direct support in the region. “This investment in our organization comes at a meaningful time ... flexible funding such as this allows us to remain responsive, innovative, and grounded in our mission of supporting and uplifting our community,” said Jasarah Burgos, executive director of Enlace de Familias / Holyoke Family Network. Grantees from this cycle reflect the fund’s focus areas of leadership, economic security and freedom from gender-based violence. The awarded organizations include: Amherst Survival Center, Arise for Social Justice, Berkshire Nursing Families,
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School administrative offices to move to Exchange Street By Tyler Garnet
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CHICOPEE — The city of Chicopee announced the newly purchased and former Westfield Bank buildings located at 219 and 225233 Exchange St. will serve as the new administrative offices for Chicopee Public Schools. A press release from the mayor’s office stated that the property is ready to move into, is located on a public bus route and provides sufficient space to accommodate all School Department administrative offices. The city also argues that it is a central location near City Hall and other municipal resources that will improve accessi-
bility and coordination among city departments. The school administration plans to relocate from its current leased offices at 134 Dulong Circle to its permanent home on Exchange Street over the summer, which will minimize disruption during the school year, according to the city. The lease at 134 Dulong Circle expires on Aug. 9. The approximately 1.27-acre property, located in Chicopee Center, offers ample parking for staff and visitors, is fully accessible and features well-maintained buildings. Following a comprehensive space and needs assessment, the
Exchange Street facility was determined to best meet the district’s administrative requirements, according to the release from the mayor’s office. The building includes private offices, conference rooms, multiple workstations, break rooms, a large training room, storage areas, a dedicated IT space and mechanical rooms. The new location will also allow the School Department to consolidate administrative functions that were previously housed at multiple locations throughout the city. Chicopee Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Marcus Ware emphasized the benefits of the new location in a statement.
“This new facility will allow the School Department to work more closely with city departments, creating better coordination and more efficient operations for residents, parents, and most importantly, our students,” Ware said. “Having departments located closer together will make it easier to serve the public and strengthen collaboration across city government.” The city purchased the property for $2.36 million, along with the furnishings for an additional $20,000. The press release stated that due to the city’s strong financial planning and the support of the City Council, the purchase was made directly using available municipal funds.
“This was a total team effort, from the needs assessment and RFP process to the reviews, title examination, and funding of this purchase,” Vieau said in a statement. “I am proud of our collective ability to provide this centrally located office, bringing greater efficiency and convenience to the parents, students, and families of Chicopee.” The transaction was facilitated by The Colvest Group on behalf of Westfield Bank. Both organizations worked closely with the city throughout the process, accommodating numerous site visits by city officials, members of the City Council, school administrators and staff and various inspectors.
Organization donates pet oxygen kits to Blandford Fire Dept. By Tyler Garnet
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CHICOPEE — Pets in Blandford will soon get the treatment they need during major emergencies thanks to a recent local partnership. Paws Finding Peace, a locally owned and operated provider of pet aftercare services, partnered with the Massachusetts Veterinary Medical Association Charities to provide the Blandford Fire Department with five pet oxygen mask kits, ensuring every department vehicle is equipped to provide oxygen support to pets during emergency responses. On July 8, Dr. Lauren Atkins and Nitasha Quinones of Paws Finding Peace met with Blandford Fire Chief Adam Dolby and members of the Blandford Volunteer Fire Department to deliver the pet oxygen mask kits and to review and demonstrate the equipment and its intended use. Atkins said it was cool to drop off the kits and demonstrate how
they work at the department’s weekly meeting. “The chief could have said just drop them off, and instead, he said, ‘hey come to our meeting and that way you can show us how to use them,’” Atkins said. This donation equips each department vehicle with a complete pet oxygen mask kit. Each kit includes three pet oxygen masks, small, medium and large, so companion animals of all sizes can be assisted. Whether you have a Great Dane or a hamster, the Fire Department now has equipment just for them. “The flow rates of the oxygen varies upon the size of the animal,” Atkins stated. “The goal is that they can hopefully help any pet family member, so like a big dog or even like a teeny little pocket pet, you can actually have their little face put in one of these oxygen masks, too.” The firefighters were enthusiastic and excited to receive this
Members from Paws Finding Peace visit the Blandford Fire Department and its volunteers to donate pet oxygen masks kits for them to have on each vehicle. Reminder Publishing submitted photo
equipment, according to Atkins. “It makes sense because most everybody has pets themselves, and they all know when they go to people’s houses, people care deeply about their pets, so it was really, really well received.” During the visit, the volunteer firefighters connected the pet masks to their current oxygen lines and emergency manual resuscitator — the bag valve mask — confirming the masks were compatible and ready to be put in use. The kits also included a training DVD and best practice guidance to support emergency oxygen administration for pets suffering from smoke inhalation or other respiratory emergencies. Paws Finding Peace said in a press release that nearly 30,000 fire incidents are reported across the commonwealth each year, with almost half occurring in residential homes, making access to
pet oxygen masks an important resource for first responders responding to emergencies involving companion animals. Paws Finding Peace believes that supporting pets means supporting the communities that care for them. As a locally owned and operated Western Massachusetts business, Paws Finding Peace provides at-home euthanasia and water-based cremation services at their Chicopee Pet Aftercare Center located at 904 Meadow St. They regularly partner with local animal welfare organizations, veterinary professionals, and community groups to improve resources, expand education and promote the health and well-being of companion animals throughout our area, according to the organization. “It’s wonderful,” Atkins said about the pet oxygen mask program. “It kind of supports our mission to help pets and pet fam-
ilies in the area.” This donation was made possible through the partnership and support of the Massachusetts Veterinary Medical Association Charities. Through its Pet Oxygen Mask Program, they work to equip fire departments throughout Massachusetts with specialized equipment, educational resources and training materials to improve emergency outcomes for companion animals. Atkins added that fire departments can reach out to MVMA to be put on a list for the pet oxygen masks. An individual pet owner could donate a mask to a local fire department as well. To learn more about the MVMA Charities Pet Oxygen Mask Program, readers can visit mvmacharities.org. To learn more about Paws Finding Peace and its services, readers can visit pawsfindingpeace.com.
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HOLYOKE — Holyoke will once again host its signature four-day celebration, Fiestas Patronales de Holyoke, to showcase a portion of the rich cultural diversity that defines the city. Starting Thursday, July 30, and ending Sunday, Aug. 2, the cultural extravaganza will feature live music, food, family activities and dance of some of the cultures that make up the community at Heritage Park on Dwight Street. The event will occur from 5-10 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, and noon to 10 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. The event is hosted by Nueva Esperanza, Inc., a community development organization dedicated to meeting the needs of the entire Puerto Rican/Afro-Caribbean community. As part of the ongoing efforts to celebrate and preserve Puerto Rican culture, Fiesta Patronales honors a different town in Puerto Rico each year. This year’s celebration recognizes Naranjito, Puerto Rico, a town known for its volleyball tradition. The sport of volleyball was introduced in 1915 by two American teachers, and Reverend Howard T. Jason helped spread the sport by organizing games and tournaments. Holyoke officials announced that a delegation from Naranjito will attend the festival, including Mayor Orlando Ortiz Chevres, members of the town council, public safety officials, tourism representatives and state Rep. Axel “Chino” Roque Gracia. A delegation from Salinas, Holyoke’s sister city, will also attend
and bring a volleyball team to compete in the second annual Sister City Volleyball Game. As part of the celebration, Mayor Joshua Garcia and community partners will host a special Puerto Rico Volleyball Exhibit grand showing at the International Volleyball Hall of Fame on Thursday, July 30. Doors will open at 11 a.m., with the formal program beginning at noon. The exhibit will showcase the deep history, achievements and cultural significance of volleyball throughout Puerto Rico and highlight the contributions of Puerto Ricans to the global sport. The grand opening honors Puerto Rico’s volleyball legacy and the longstanding relationship between Holyoke and Puerto Rico. The exhibit showcases the history of volleyball in Puerto Rico through historic artifacts and profiles of legendary athletes, coaches and leaders. It was researched and organized by Holyoke resident Jimmy Camacho over several years after he embarked on multiple trips through Puerto Rico to collect photographs and the stories behind them. The exhibit was designed and fabricated by Gaddier Rosario Fine Art Studio. Representatives from the Puerto Rico Volleyball Hall of Fame, led by President Pedrito Rodríguez and Vice President Raful Rodríguez, along with guests from the municipalities of Naranjito and Salinas, will also join the celebration. The mayor of Salinas and a delegation of community members will travel to Holyoke and bring a volleyball team to compete in the Second Annual Sister City Volleyball Game. Last year, Holyoke claimed the inaugu-
Guests celebrate Fiestas Patronales last year in Holyoke. Photo credit: Fiestas Patronales Facebook page
ral victory. The Sister City volleyball game will take place on Thursday, July 30, at Holyoke High School. Doors open at 3 p.m. and the first serve is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. Following the events, both visiting delegations will join residents and visitors at Holyoke’s annual Fiestas Patronales to participate in the city’s signature cultural celebrations that bring together music, food, family activities, arts, community organizations and Puerto Rican traditions. “Holyoke has the most Puerto Ricans living in it per capita outside of the island itself and has always been strongly connected to Puerto Rico through family,
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ENFIELD — Enfield’s Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Society is pulling out all the stops for its 100th annual Italian Festa, which takes place July 31 to Aug. 2. This year’s three-day event includes homemade Italian food, a carnival, performances from local musicians, religious observations and special guest appearances from Deana Martin and Tony Orlando. The Mt. Carmel Society was founded in 1926 by Italian immigrants that came to the Thompsonville section of Enfield. “They came here, they were willing to work hard, they brought their culture, their faith in God and they wanted to be good Americans and their kids to be Americans, so they’d have opportunity,” Mt. Carmel Society President Carl Sferrazza said. “And they brought most of all, their faith in God, in this case the Blessed Mother, Our Lady of Mt. Carmel.” Sferrazza added that there is a connection between current and former members because they were their parents, aunts and uncles. “We carry forth their memory and the values that they brought to America 100 years, which is our faith in God, our love of the United States, a love of family and friends, our food and our music,” he said. “And those values were what they built their life upon, the foundation 100 years ago, and I’d like to think that today they’re not antiquated ide-
als, that we still continue today to honor them by living our life that way and I know they’d be proud of us.” Sferrazza said people can look forward to homemade Italian food throughout the festival. “All the food that we serve here, there are no food trucks, we won’t allow it. We want to control the quality of the food as well as the price,” he said. “We know that we are catering to our family and friends and residents, so all the food here is prepared in our kitchens upstairs by the members of Mt. Carmel, so it’s not a food truck thing like the Big E. If I can brag a little bit, we are known for the quality of our Italian food.” Sferrazza added that while attendees can expect traditional Italian food like spaghetti and meatballs, the society’s fried dough is “legendary.” For desserts, Sferrazza said people will be able to try food from “Cake Boss,” as the festival is partnering with Maurizio Belgiovine, the director of operations at Carlo’s Bakery. The festival kicks off on Thursday, July 30, with a religious candlelight procession followed by free coffee, soda and Italian pastries. On Friday, July 31, Johnny Six Guns will perform, Brat Pack will perform on July 2. Sferrazza said Saturday’s performance is the “pinnacle” with Martin’s appearance. “Deana Martin, the daughter of Dean Martin, who performed here 2006 until 2016, every year, will be returning to perform that night. Those years that she
was here, as a gesture of goodwill to Mt. Carmel, she always called on one of her celebrity friends,” he said. Some of those celebrity friends include Mary Wilson, Bobby Rydell and Joe Piscopo. This year, Sferrazza said the celebrity friend is Tony Orlando, who is coming out of retirement for the festival. Sferrazza said his wife suggested getting Martin to perform for the first time in 2006 after seeing she was going to perform at Foxwoods. He then picked up her book “Through my Father’s Eyes,” and found out that his favorite food was pasta fazool. His wife then made pasta fazool to bring to a meet and greet following her Foxwoods performance. “I asked her if she’d come here and I explained that our resources are limited and her husband John stepped in and said it’s not always about the money, it’s about relationships. As I was leaving, John says, ‘you know maybe some time we can come,’ and Deana said, ‘nope, we’re going this year,’” he said. On Sunday morning, there will be an outdoor mass at 9 a.m. “This particular mass, because it’s 100 years, will be celebrated by the archbishop of Hartford. The mass is a combination of a traditional mass, but some of the readings are in Italian and it’s just a great opportunity for people to come and see,” he said. Following the mass, the society will take the statue of the Blessed Mother and put it on a float and process with the float through the streets of Thompson-
ville. Alongside the procession, a Boston-based Italian marching band will perform. While Sferrazza said Thompsonville initially was the Italian section of Enfield, he said the society continues the tradition in honor of the society’s founders and religious beliefs. He added that preparations for the festival are done entirely by the members of the society. “What you’ll see is, usually starting right after the Fourth of July, our members will get out of work, change into their clothes and come and we work together to make this happen,” he said. Reflecting on the 100th anniversary, Sferrazza said he wanted to honor the society’s founders with the festival. “It’s a celebration — not just of the current members — but we really want to pay homage and respect to our founders, pretty heroic people. Uneducated, but hard-working, brick layers, stone masons, carpenters, they left their country, they left their family behind to come to America, so their children could be Americans and have a better way of life,” he said. “I think they’d be pretty proud that 100 years have gone by and the seeds that they planted back in 1926 continue today.” Sferrazza said the society is a 501c3 nonprofit and they give back to the community by allowing people to use its field as a town park, offering its hall for the town to use for ceremonies and events, hosting a dinner fundrais-
er for Wreaths Across America in Enfield and much more. The society also hosts a “Mt. Carmel style” pasta supper once a month. “We’re very community oriented and that’s what we want to do is we want to be good neighbors and help all those different charities,” he said. Everything the society does is catered to families. “Coming into Mt. Carmel, I feel that time stands still, it still feels like may the 1950s, 1960s, by design,” he said. “We all know the reality of our world today, but it’s a reprieve from what’s going on outside, and you come here and you see your neighbors or people you went to high school with, you get a folding chair, you sit in front of the band stand, you eat some great food, it’s local, it’s safe, everything we do here is catered for families.” Sferrazza said the festival is an opportunity for the public and members of the society to celebrate the society’s values. “It’s a very special place, certainly for me and for a lot of people that grew up in town. For the people that didn’t grow up in town, it’s a great opportunity to come and try something here that’s a little different,” he said. Tickets for the festival are $5, and children under 12 get in for free. The festival runs from 5-11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and 5-10 p.m. on Sunday. Enfield’s Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Society is located at 93 Park Ave.
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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.
LONGMEADOW - 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.
41 Papers: Lynwood Dr., Duxbury Ln., Elizabeth Cir. 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. 54 Papers: Bliss Rd.
WILBRAHAM - THURSDAY, HOOK DELIVERY
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.
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