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Massachusetts Senate passes sweeping environmental bond bill The Massachusetts Senate recently voted 36-3 in favor of a $3.64 billion bill to address climate change, protect the state’s natural resources and make much needed infrastructure improvements across the state, including in Western Massachusetts.

Baystate Health to absorb Mercy Medical Center

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Mercy Medical Center, which has been affiliated with Trinity Health of New England for more than a decade, is slated to become Baystate Mercy Hospital by the end of the year.

Transgender rights activists call out Baystate for ending care

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A small but vocal group of people, sporting protest signs and wearing pink, white and blue transgender flags as capes, attended a rally on the steps of Springfield City Hall on April 26.

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Springfield Pride unveils plans for fifth annual event

By Peter Tuohy

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SPRINGFIELD — What began as a vision for a community celebration five years ago is now gearing up for one of its biggest weekends yet. The Springfield Pride Parade Weekend is back from June 4-6.

To celebrate the organization’s impact and unveil plans for this year’s events, Springfield Pride Parade Organization Executive Director Taurean Bethea was joined by Springfield Mayor Domenic Sarno, Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer Judi Crowell and Division of Health and Human Services Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris on April 30.

The Springfield Pride Parade Organization is a nonprofit dedicated to expanding access to leadership development, workforce readiness and opportunity for young people across Springfield.

Bethea began the organization in 2017 after a hate comment on social media about his assumed sexual orientation resonated with him.

The organization’s website has a quote from Bethea stating, “At the time, I was a closeted gay Black male, not because of shame, but because coming out as a gay Black male can be life threatening, even in the 21st century … on Oct. 17, 2017, three days after my 33rd birthday, I decided to stand with those, young and old, that may have had something that should be celebrated and encouraged framed in hate. I decided to commit my life to helping individuals be unapologetically who they are.”

The parade weekend aims to be a community-driven movement of support, inclusivity and public recognition to “remind our LGBTQIA+ youth that they are safe, they are loved and they are not alone,” according to the website.

“I’m super excited about this year,” Bethea said. “Pride is bigger

Springfield Pride Parade Organization Executive Director Taurean Bethea unveils plans at City Hall for fifth annual parade weekend.

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than just one day, you know, pride is community, pride is access to health care, to just things that a lot of what our youth need here. We’re not just celebrating color and enjoying the fun, we’re celebrating lives that we’re seeing everyday.”

The weekend kicks off in front of Springfield City Hall on Thursday, June 4, with a flag raising and a Credit for Life session, which informs youth on life skills like applying to college, finding a job, saving and budgeting.

The main event on Friday, June 5, introduces something a little more fun, according to Bethea, with a “Pride Strikes Charity Bowling” event.

The parade steps off at noon on Saturday, June 6, beginning on the Springfield Technical Community College campus and marching to Stearns Square for the annual block party.

“I’m so excited that this is our fifth year, I cannot believe it,” Bethea said. “Our theme this year is ‘Beyond the Rainbow,’ which means we are going beyond just celebrating one day; it’s a year round effort.”

Sarno said that when the parade began, he received calls, emails and letters from some people who may have been against it, but that the backlash has significantly declined over the past five years. He

added that over 5,000 people celebrated it for the first year, making it one of the biggest celebrations in the state.

“You still have haters out there, for whatever reason, but we have to show them that love, respect and pride are going to champion,” Sarno said.

Crowell said she looks forward to this event every year and said that everybody needs a place to go where they don’t feel left out, and that’s what this initiative is.

Caulton-Harris began by thanking Sarno for making sure Springfield is an inclusive city and was See PRIDE on page 2

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Massachusetts Senate passes sweeping environmental bond bill

By Sarah Heinonen

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The Massachusetts Senate recently voted 36-3 in favor of a $3.64 billion bill to address climate change, protect the state’s natural resources and make much needed infrastructure improvements across the state, including in Western Massachusetts.

State Sen. Jake Oliveira, who represents the Hampden, Hampshire and Worcester District explained that environmental bond bills, like the Mass Ready Act, are usually taken up by the Legislature every five years. A bond bill utilizes the state’s ability to take on debt to fund policy priorities and infrastructure. Massachusetts’ general obligation bond rating from Standard & Poor is AA+ and stable, which Oliveira said allows the state to borrow money at favorable interest rates and spread out costs over time.

“With the budget, we have to make sure the state keeps operating and moving forward,” said state Sen. Adam Gómez, who represents most of Springfield and part of Chicopee. Therefore, he said, “With some of these bigger projects, the only way they’ll happen is with bond money.”

Because the state takes on these projects and policies once every few years, Oliveira said the Mass Ready Act is “a pretty intense bill.”

Water and sewer Much of Oliveira’s work on the bill focused on clean water. He recalled the contaminated water situations that occurred in Flint,

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proud to have him as a boss before expressing her appreciation for Bethea and his movement.

“I have such a great affection for this young man, who took a

Michigan, from 2014-2025 and Jackson, Mississippi, in August 2022, and said those issues took a significant toll on the local economies, as well as impacting people’s health.

Many of the water and sewer lines in Massachusetts are about 100 years old and made of cast iron. Municipalities have slowly been replacing them with modern PVC pipes, but the projects are expensive. “It’s not just the pipes but it’s also filtration systems,” Oliveira said.

Oliveira said the Mass Ready Act also includes provisions that increase how much input Western Massachusetts towns have when it comes to regional water supplies.

Springfield and Ludlow, where Oliveira lives, both receive water from the Springfield Water and Sewer Commission. Additionally, the water for Agawam, Southwick, Longmeadow and East Longmeadow are treated by the SWSC. Further, the SWSC gets its water from the Little River Watershed in Blandford and Russell.

“A significant portion of the people who get their water through Springfield Water and Sewer Commission live outside the city,” he said. Oliveira filed an amendment to the bond bill that expanded the commission from three people to seven and guaranteed representation for area towns on the commission’s advisory committee.

Meanwhile, in Chicopee, South Hadley and Wilbraham, residents receive their water from Quabbin Reservoir through the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority.

Oliveira said he fought to ensure

a seat on the MWRA board is reserved for someone from Western Massachusetts.

“If you’re a rate payer, if your resources are being used, you deserve a seat at the table,” Oliveira said.

In addition to these changes, Oliveira said $5 million was allotted to help remediate the polychlorinated biphenyls, banned chemicals also known as PCBs, which were found in the Westfield River. Also in the bill is $4.5 million in a clean water trust, $15 million to filter water in schools and child care settings, and $120 million to filter per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, widely referred to as PFAS, from private drinking water wells.

A fund was created to replace channel markers in the Connecticut River near the Holyoke Dam, and $20 million was provided to update the antiquated McLaughlin Fish Hatchery in Belchertown, which Oliveira has fond memories of visiting with his grandfather.

risk, came home and said ‘I am going to create something so that all of the individuals in our city feel seen,’ and he has done that,” Harris said. “Taurean, I am so incredibly proud of you.”

Harris told the story of Carl Walker Hoover, a Springfield Public Schools sixth grader who died by suicide in 2009 after relentless

bullying by other students who told Hoover that he was “acting gay” on a daily basis. She said that Bethea’s efforts to reach out to students in school through the IGNITE and Future Sparks youth programs has given them a voice, a place and have allowed them to be seen.

“I am so incredibly proud that

Air quality While Oliveira was focused on clean water, state Sen. Adam Gómez had his sights set on clean air.

He secured a $5 million amendment to the bill, establishing a pilot program to improve indoor air quality in schools, public housing, correctional facilities and other public spaces.

“For communities like mine in Springfield, this is not theoretical — it’s everyday life,” Gómez said in a press release. “This amendment is about something fundamental: the right of every person in the Commonwealth to breathe

clean, safe air, no matter their zip code, income, or the condition of the building they live, learn, or work in.”

He later told Reminder Publishing, “This is an environmental justice issue. It’s a matter of dignity.”

Gómez said the air conditions at the Roderick L. Ireland Courthouse, which have long made employees sick and drove the state to build a new courthouse, was one of the main reasons he pursued the amendment. Another was Springfield’s Gerena School, which has seen similar issues linked to poor air quality.

“We’re still an asthma capital,” Gómez said about Springfield, which had the highest rates of asthma in the country in 2018 and 2019. He said, “Poor air quality contributes to asthma in communities along highways and train tracks,” a situation present in many neighborhoods in Springfield. Smog and pollutants settle in those low-lying areas. He said, “That’s why you see these levels in Black and brown communities.”

Gómez previously filed a bill to establish a framework that will identify, monitor and remediate indoor air pollution and mold contamination in public buildings. He said it was the first program of its kind in Massachusetts. Gómez said, “It’s a preventative policy, but it will save money” in subsequent health care costs.

Other priorities Among other Mass Ready Act provisions is one that bans single-use plastic bags from retail checkouts. Oliveira said the en-

vironmental impact of single-use plastics, which do not degrade over time, but instead break apart into microplastics, cannot be overstated. “These bags can get into drinking water,” he said, adding that they are ubiquitous.

When participating in an Earth Day cleanup recently, he saw bags “go by like tumbleweeds.”

Oliveira said he did not receive any comments or emails in opposition to this change. He noted many municipalities have already adopted similar bans and supermarkets, like Big Y, provide paper bags at a minimal cost, or otherwise incentivize people to bring reusable bags.

Three million dollars would be used to address a levee on Riverside Drive in Springfield, which Gómez said has caused sinkholes, while $1 million would go to fix a road in Blunt Park that Gómez described as “dilapidated.”

Over the past decade, the PFAS in firefighter equipment have been identified as a cause of cancers among fire personnel that are otherwise rare. The bill set aside $25 million to help departments replace the expensive equipment with new, safer versions.

Another fund was created to help with reforestation to address the dead and dying trees left in the wake of a gypsy moth infestation nearly a decade ago. Beyond the aesthetic value of trees, Oliveira said they help cool communities, and one tree provides a person with a year’s worth of oxygen.

Now that the bill has passed in the Senate, it moves to the state House of Representatives for review.

we have stopped, through [Bethea’s] efforts and our ability to fund, our many children from feeling isolated, hopeless, powerless,” Harris said. “Taurean Bethea has made that difference in Springfield.”

The Springfield Pride Parade Organization is also calling for all musicians, dancers, drag art-

ists and all other performers to help bring the energy and power of pride to life in Springfield for the block party by submitting a consideration form at SpringfieldPrideParade.org/Pride5. Vendors, partners or parade participants can also apply on the same page.

Donations to the organization can also be made on the website.

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Springfield College’s Juan Zhong selected as a Fulbright U.S. Scholar SPRINGFIELD — Springfield College is pleased to announce that Juan Zhong, Ph.D., associate professor of psychology, has been selected as a Fulbright U.S. Scholar for 2026-2027 for Malaysia.

Zhong, who has been at Springfield College since 2019, will focus her Fulbright project on Financial Identity Development and Psychological Well-Being in Malaysian Emerging Adults.

In a dynamic global economy, her work aims to understand the intersection of financial identity and mental health. Through both quantitative and qualitative approaches, Zhong will investigate how individuals construct and reconstruct their financial identity during this distinct developmental stage, navigating tensions related to financial independence, fam-

ily responsibilities and cultural expectations.

“Receiving the Fulbright award in Malaysia advances my growth as an international scholar in cross-cultural research. This award strengthens my dedication to fostering long-term academic and cultural exchange programs between Springfield College and institutions in Malaysia,” said Zhong.

Reflecting Springfield College’s longstanding commitment to global engagement, Zhong has continued to cultivate international partnerships, including supporting a collaboration with Shenzhen University. Her expertise has also extended her impact globally through a leadership role in the Society for the Study of Emerging Adulthood.

FOSTER MEMORIAL CHURCH FOOD DRIVE Foster Memorial Church, UCC will hold our monthly Food Drive for food donations on Saturday, May 9, from 1-3 p.m. in the church’s back parking lot. We will be collecting non-perishable food for the Emergency Food Cupboard of the Open Pantry. All donations are greatly appreciated. Our church is located at 1791 Wilbraham Road in Springfield.

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Baystate Health to absorb Mercy Medical Center

By Sarah Heinonen

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SPRINGFIELD — Mercy Medical Center, which has been affiliated with Trinity Health of New England for more than a decade, is slated to become Baystate Mercy Hospital by the end of the year.

In announcing Baystate Health’s acquisition of Mercy, Baystate Health President and CEO Peter D. Banko stated, “Mercy and the Sisters of Providence have been a fixture in our community since 1874. This is an investment in both the past and the future of health care and economic development in Western Massachusetts. Today, access forces too many patients to leave the region to seek care, and we need to ensure that care is compassionate, high quality, affordable, and local.”

A joint press release from Baystate and Trinity about the transition cited “inadequate reimbursement for care, industry-wide shifts — such as declining pay-

ment rates, changing consumer preferences toward outpatient services and persistent staffing shortages,” at Mercy as reasons behind the move.

Mercy has taken steps in recent years to bolster its financial position. Among them, Mercy Medical Center’s Certified Nurse Midwives moved maternity delivery services to Baystate Medical Center in December 2025.

Baystate’s website states, “We have rigorously prepared for an additional 800 deliveries annually, including actively recruiting more OB/GYNs, midwives and nurses.”

Mayor Domenic Sarno released a statement on the merger.

“I am very thankful to Baystate Health’s efforts to preserve two hospitals in the city. There was a distinct possibility that Mercy/ Trinity would simply close down.

That was unacceptable,” Sarno said. “From the beginning, with my continued interaction with Baystate Health and Mercy/Trin-

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ity officials, as well as state officials, notably Gov. Maura Healey and Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll, I indicated that it was imperative that Springfield and the region must preserve two top notch hospitals for health care accessibility for the residents of Springfield and the surrounding areas. I am thankful to Baystate Health President & CEO Peter Banko, Gov. Healey, Lt. Gov. Driscoll and all parties involved for their efforts, and after long negotiations, that this has come to fruition.”

U.S. Rep. Richard Neal, who represents the state’s first congressional district, including the greater Springfield area, also praised the move. “I am pleased that Baystate Health and Trinity Health have reached an agreement that will allow these two vibrant hospitals to continue serving our communities,” Neal said. “As the country continues to grapple with unprecedented health care cuts resulting from President Trump’s One Big, Ugly Law, this acquisition will expand access to health care and improve services throughout the Pioneer Valley and beyond.”

Neal continued, “Together, these institutions represent more than three centuries of service to western and central Massachusetts. Ensuring their viability and continued success is vital to the health of our families and our local economies, and this announcement represents a critical

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step in strengthening our regional health care system for generations to come.”

Baystate issued a statement thanking the Healey-Driscoll administration, Neal, Sarno and the Western Massachusetts Legislative delegation “for their steadfast and unwavering support of this hospital partnership in Western Massachusetts.”

Despite this statement, some members of the Western Massachusetts legislative delegation have questions about the change.

State Rep. Carlos Gonzalez said he has reached out to Banko to request a meeting with himself and the rest of the Springfield delegation to discuss the implications for local health care services and personnel.

“The announcement of the acquisition raises significant concerns regarding the future of our health care landscape,” said Gonzalez. “It is vital that we ensure the continued operation of both hospitals in Springfield. Protecting our dedicated workers and staff is essential, as is guaranteeing that our community retains access to critical medical services.”

Like Gonzalez, state Sen. Jake Oliveira, who represents portions of Springfield, also said he has many questions about Mercy becoming affiliated with Baystate.

However, he said the priority is to ensure that both Mercy and Baystate Medical Center continue to operate.

“If Mercy shut their doors, it would send a ripple effect” through Western Massachusetts health care, he said, adding that the hospital serves a lot of people on Medicare and Medicaid. “It’s my hope that we have two hospitals operating in Springfield because there is such a great need.”

Oliveira said he hopes that Mercy will keep its character, as he said other hospitals have done after being absorbed by Baystate. He said many people seek treatment at Mercy because it is a Catholic hospital and people “value that kind of care.”

The legislator said he was concerned about health care consolidation but pointed out that Baystate hospitals are not people’s only options in the Pioneer Valley. Cooley-Dickinson Hospital in Northampton is affiliated with Mass General Brigham and Holyoke Medical Center is an independent hospital.

Trinity Health of New England stated on its website that no immediate staffing changes are planned. The health care group declined to make any other comment. Reminder Publishing reached out to Baystate with questions about staffing and personnel changes, but did not receive a response by press time.

Provided that the transition is approved after the regulatory review process, Mercy will be absorbed on Nov. 1.

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cally, the funds will be used to enhance the programs and services offered to our school-age children, providing them with greater opportunities for longterm success — academically, physically, socially and emotionally. We are humbled by

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Allard explained that Square One has identified a growing need in the community for programs for school-aged children.

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SPRINGFIELD — A small but vocal group of people, sporting protest signs and wearing pink, white and blue transgender flags as capes, attended a rally on the steps of Springfield City Hall on April 26. They were there to oppose a move by Baystate Health to end certain care for transgender patients under 18 years old.

In February, Baystate Health notified families of patients under age 18 who were receiving gender-affirming medical care, such as puberty blockers and hormone replacement therapy, that it would no longer offer these treatments. It referred these patients to TransHealth in Northampton.

The change was made after a December 2025 announcement

by Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. that hospitals providing the gender-affirming care to patients under 18 would no longer receive Medicare and Medicaid reimbursements. Despite the directive being under regulatory review, Baystate Health and Boston-based Fenway Health, complied in advance. On April 18, U.S. District Judge Mustafa T. Kasubhai issued a ruling that the federal government’s attempt to withhold Medicare and Medicaid reimbursements is illegal. Baystate has not yet reversed its decision.

The rally was organized by Trans Alliance, a group that formed as a result of Baystate Health’s decision. Organizer Joseph Bonilla said the company’s behavior was “institutional cowardice and institutional silence.”

He added, “We will hold Baystate accountable.”

Sasha Moresmith condemned Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell for not forcing Baystate Health to reverse its decision, despite a 2022 state law expanding protection for reproductive and gender-affirming care. She praised New York Attorney General Letitia James for pushing back when New York University Langone Health made a similar move. Another River Valley Socialists of America organizer, Hazel Alexis Fogarty, said the group delivered hundreds of printed letters to Campbell’s office that urged her to act on this issue. Fogarty said they were told Campbell is aware of the situation and is “looking into it.”

Jenn Northcut, the mother of two queer children, moved from Texas to the Berkshires to protect her children and provide them with care. But when she asked her local doctor about hormone replacement for her transgender son, “They acted like I had said something really

unethical,” she said. The family was referred to Baystate, an hour from their home. Then, days before her teenage son was scheduled to begin testosterone treatments, she found out she would have to transfer to Transhealth and make an even longer drive for care.

“Massachusetts, in my mind, was synonymous with freedom and dignity,” Northcut said of her decision to move her family but said the state was letting them down.

Seeing Rainbows Executive Director maayan nuri héd, a trans woman and mother of a trans child, called out what she sees as a double standard. She said Baystate is still delivering hormone replacement therapy for people experiencing menopausal symptoms and for cis gendered youth with hormonal conditions, both types of gender-affirming care.

“Baystate never had to cancel gender-affirming care,” héd said. Her family, who also live in the Berkshires, was referred to Transhealth. She likened it to a restaurant refusing to serve someone but telling them another restaurant 30 miles away would. Unfortunately, she said, “We don’t have other options.” héd said she understands that Baystate was concerned about its finances and needs to look out for their patients as a whole, but asked, “At what point is a minority large enough that you care about canceling their care?”

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SPRINGFIELD — The Boston Celtics recently surprised Square One, a Springfield-based early education and family support organization, with a check for $750,000, presented on the court at TD Garden.

“It’s quite an honor,” said Kristine Allard, vice president of development and communication for Square One, who was on hand when the grant announcement was made.

Since 1883, Square One has provided services to Springfield children. Begun as Springfield Day Nursery, Square One now offers early education and care at its centers, home-based care settings and programs for elementary school age children. It also provides the community with parent education, support and training programs.

“We’ve had a relationship with the Celtics for some time,” Allard said. The team

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Eleven organizations were invited to apply for up to $750,000, Allard said.

Square One applied for the full amount, and at the Celtics game on April 21, Square One was one of two primary organizations awarded grants. The other was Horizons for Homeless Children, which received $530,000. Another $670,000 will be distributed between the remaining nine organizations, bringing the Fast Break Fund grants to a total of $1.2 million.

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AGAWAM — No matter the season, an avid sports fan such as myself usually spends my weekends on the lookout for the perfect spot to watch the game. There are very few things more exhilarating than experiencing the highs and lows of your favorite team with total strangers at a local spot. Heck, why spend hundreds of dollars on gas, parking and tickets, when you can capture a thrilling atmosphere five minutes away?

When I first walked into the newly renovated Scoreboard Bar & Grille in Agawam, I had a feeling the place could accomplish just that. Boston sports memorabilia graced every corner of the 15 King St. restaurant, TVs ran highlights of the prior night’s Boston Bruins and Boston Celtics playoff games, and the wooden rectangular bar invited guests to chat about their daily minutiae. Between the decorations and the exterior ambience generated by the Front Street rail crossing just outside, it truly felt like I was pregaming at a bar adjacent to Fenway Park.

Despite it being 3 p.m. on a random Tuesday, I could immediately sense the vibe the bar is going for. The owners’ sister bar, Murphy’s Pub on 664 Suffield St. in Agawam, has become a staple weekend gathering spot for those in Western Massachusetts who want drinks and a late-night bite while the big game is on.

Although Scoreboard captures a similar sentiment, I noticed that the new renovations yielded much more space to walk around, and based on its location and compact menu, it appears the bar

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is trying to capture a chiller, more localized atmosphere.

Most of the food is standard bar fare. Handheld sandwiches, burgers and classic appetizers like mozzarella sticks grace the brief menu. I opted for a bacon cheeseburger and fries on my solo adventure, but patrons have the option of building the burger however way they want. My personal preference is a burger that‘s cooked to medium, but the one I had at Scoreboard was essentially well-done. Still, I thought the charred fusion of blackened burger, crispy bacon and ooey-gooey

American cheese in between a warm and slightly toasted brioche bun was enough to satiate my hunger, even if the taste profile’s uniformity didn’t elevate it to a higher status.

The fries, in my opinion, were the best part of my meal because they embodied that perfect blend of crispy and fluffy, while the seasoning accentuated the flavor without diminishing the core qualities of the side dish.

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Food aside, I do think Scoreboard’s strengths lie in its atmosphere and proximity to the Agawam and West Springfield border. They truly nail the traditional sports bar feel without relegating itself to a Murphy’s 2.0.

One day, I’ll have to visit on a Friday and Saturday night to really experience the local spot at its fullest capacity. Maybe by then the Red Sox are out of this early season slump.

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said of Springfield’s community programs, but “less opportunity for school aged.” To address this, Allard said Square One is expanding the number of positions it has open for after-school and school vacation programs at its King Street and Sumner Avenue locations, bringing the organization’s total school-aged

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As part of that expansion, the organization’s cornerstone therapy program will be available to more school-aged children, with two mental health clinicians expected to be hired. The funding will also pay for new resources and technology in the schoolaged classrooms.

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No representations, express or implied, are made with respect to any matter concerning the premises which will be sold "as is".

The successful high bidder will be responsible for paying the Massachusetts State Documentary Tax Stamps, all closing costs and all recording fees.

TERMS OF SALE: The highest bidder in the sale shall be required to deposit cash, bank treasurer's check or certified check in the amount of TEN THOUSAND DOLLARS ($10,000.00) at the time and the place of the sale of the premises to qualify as a bidder (the present holder of the mortgage is exempt from this requirement) to be held by the Mortgagee.

The successful bidder will also be required to deposit an additionalsum equal to ten percent (10%) of the amount bid less the $10,000.00 deposit (but no less than $10,000) with the Mortgagee’s auctioneer, Aaron Posnik & Co, Inc., 31 Capital Drive, West Springfield, MA, or the Mortgagees attorney as may be directed within five (5) days of the date of the sale to be held by the Mortgagee, and the balance of the purchase price shall be paid in cash, certified or bank treasurer's check at the closing which shall occur within thirty (30) days after the date of foreclosure sale, time being of the essence, unless the Mortgagee agrees otherwise. The successful bidder at the sale will also be required to pay a buyer’s premium of 5% and shall sign a Memorandum of Terms of Sale containing the above terms at the auction sale.

In the event that the successful bidder at the public auction shall default in purchasing the within described property according to the terms of this Notice of Mortgagee's Sale and/or the terms of the Memorandum of Sale executed at the public auction, the Mortgagee reserves the right, at its election, to sell the property to the second highest bidder at the public auction provided that Mortgagee, in its discretion, may require (1) said second highest bidder to deposit the amount of the required deposit as set forth herein within three (3) business days after written notice to the second highest bidder of the default of the previous highest bidder, (2) the second highest bidder to execute a Memorandum of Sale, and (3) the closing to occur within twenty (20) days of said written notice, time being of the essence unless the Mortgagee agrees otherwise. The Mortgagee reserves the right to sell any parcel or any portion thereof separately, or in any order that Mortgagee may choose and/or to postpone this sale to a later time or date by public proclamation at the time and date appointed for the sale and to further postpone any adjourned sale date by public proclamation at the time and date appointed for the adjourned sale date.

Other terms, if any, to be announced at the time and place of the sale.

The description for the premises contained in said mortgage shall control in the event of a typographical error in this publication.

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By virtue and in execution of the Power of Sale contained in a certain mortgage given by Aurora Ortiz to Springfield Neighborhood Housing Services, Inc., said mortgage being dated March 27, 2009, and recorded in the Hampden County Registry of Deeds in Book 17712, Page 105, assigned to Neighborhood Housing Services of America by Assignment dated March 27, 2009 and recorded in the Hampden County Registry of Deeds in Book 17712, Page 123, assigned to IRBC, LLC, by Assignment dated December 28, 2010 and recorded in the Hampden County Registry of Deeds in Book 18610, Page 163, assigned to Deane Engle by Assignment dated December 21, 2016 and recorded in the Hampden County Registry of Deeds in Book 21508, Page 539, assigned to Park Tree Foundation, LLC c/o The National Community Foundation by Assignment dated December 27, 2016 and recorded in the Hampden County Registry of Deeds in Book 21614, Page 584, assigned to BBR Investments, LLC

by Assignment dated April 27, 2020 and recorded in the Hampden County Registry of Deeds in Book 23247, Page 32, of which mortgage the undersigned is the present holder, for breach of the conditions of said mortgage and for the purpose of foreclosing, the same will be sold at Public Auction at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, May 21, 2026, upon the premises described in said mortgage, namely 62 Maynard Street, Springfield, Hampden County, Massachusetts, all and singular the premises described in said mortgage, to wit: Certain real estate situated in Springfield, in the County of Hampden and Commonwealth of Massachusetts, situated on the Westerly side of Maynard Street (formerly known as Maynard Avenue) and bounded and described as follows: Beginning at a point distant one hundred fortyeight and 36/100 (148.36) feet southerly from the Southerly line of Shattuck Street; thence running WESTERLY on land now or formerly of C.B. Butler at right angles with said Maynard Street, one hundred (100) feet; thence SOUTHERLY in a line parallel with said Maynard Street, fifty (50) feet to land formerly of one Granger and now or formerly of one Santy; thence EASTERLY on last-named land, one hundred (100) feet to said Maynard Street; thence NORTHERLY on said Maynard Street, fifty (50) feet to the point of beginning.

Being the same premises conveyed to the Mortgagor herein by deed of Springfield Neighborhood Housing Development Corporation dated March 13, 2009 and recorded in the Hampden County Registry of Deeds in Book 17712, Page 73.

Subject to a First Mortgage to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., dated March 27, 2009, in the original principal amount of $64,000.00 and recorded in the Hampden County Registry of Deeds in Book 17712, Page 87.

Said premises will be sold subject to and/or with the benefit of any and all rights, rights of way, restrictions, easements, improvements, covenants, outstanding tax title, municipal or other public taxes, assessments, liens or claims in the nature of liens, rights of parties in possession, and existing encumbrances of record created prior to the mortgage, if any there be, whether or not reference to such restrictions, easements, improvements, liens or encumbrances is made in the Deed.

No representations, express or implied, are made with respect to any matter concerning the premises which will be sold "as is".

The successful high bidder will be responsible for paying the Massachusetts State Documentary Tax Stamps, all closing costs and all recording fees.

TERMS OF SALE: The highest bidder in the sale shall be required to deposit cash, bank treasurer's check or certified check in the amount of TEN THOUSAND DOLLARS ($10,000.00) at the time and the place of the sale of the premises to qualify as a bidder (the present holder of the mortgage is exempt from this requirement) to be held by the Mortgagee.

The successful bidder will also be required to deposit an additionalsum equal to ten percent (10%) of the amount bid less the $10,000.00 deposit (but no less than $10,000) with the Mortgagee’s auctioneer, Aaron Posnik & Co, Inc., 31 Capital Drive, West Springfield, MA, or the Mortgagees attorney as may be directed within five (5) days of the date of the sale to be held by the Mortgagee, and the balance of the purchase price shall be paid in cash, certified or bank treasurer's check at the closing which shall occur within thirty (30) days after the date of foreclosure sale, time being of the essence, unless the Mortgagee agrees otherwise. The successful bidder at the sale will also be required to pay a buyer’s premium of 5% and shall sign a Memorandum of Terms of Sale containing the above terms at the auction sale.

In the event that the successful bidder at the public auction shall default in purchasing the within described property according to the terms of this Notice of Mortgagee's Sale and/or the terms of the Memorandum of Sale executed at the public auction, the Mortgagee reserves the right, at its election, to sell the property to the second highest bidder at the public auction provided that Mortgagee, in its discretion, may require (1) said second highest bidder to deposit the amount of the required deposit as set forth herein within three (3) business days after written notice to the second highest bidder of the default of the previous highest bidder, (2) the second highest bidder to execute a Memorandum of Sale, and (3) the closing to occur within twenty (20) days of said written notice, time being of the essence unless the Mortgagee agrees otherwise. The Mortgagee reserves the right to sell any parcel or any portion thereof separately, or in any order that Mortgagee may choose and/or to postpone this sale to a later time or date by public proclamation at the time and date appointed for the sale and to further postpone any adjourned sale date by public proclamation at the

CITATION G.L. c. 210, § 6 Docket No. HD25A0181AD Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Probate and Family Court Hampden Probate and Family Court 50 State Street Springfield, MA 01103 (413)748-7758 In the matter of: Aisley Reign Figueroa Morales To: Andres Francisco Morales any unnamed or unknown parent and persons interested in a petition for the adoption of said child and to the Department of Children and Families of said Commonwealth.

A petition has been presented to said court by: Jazmin Janet Figueroa of Springfield, MA Anthony Junior Santiago of Springfield, MA requesting for leave to adopt said child and that the name of the child be changed to If you object to this adoption you are entitled to the appointment of an attorney if you are an indigent person.

An indigent person is defined by SJC Rule 3:10. The definition includes but is not limited to persons receiving TAFDC, EACDC, poverty related veteran’s benefits, Medicaid, and SSI. The Court will determine if you are indigent.

Contact an Assistant Judicial Case Manager or Adoption Clerk of the Court on or before the date listed below to obtain the necessary forms.

IF YOU DESIRE TO OBJECT TO THERETO, YOUR OR YOUR ATTORNEY MUST FILE A WRITTEN APPEARANCE IN SAID COURT AT: Springfield ON OR BEFORE TEN O’CLOCK IN THE MORNING (10:00 AM) ON: 05/27/2026 WITNESS, Hon. Claudine T. Stoudemire, First Justice of this Court.

Date: April 15, 2026 Rosemary A. Saccomani, Register of Probate (April 30, May 7, May 14)

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By virtue and in execution of the Power of Sale contained in a certain mortgage given by Aurora Ortiz to Springfield Neighborhood Housing Services, Inc., said mortgage being dated March 27, 2009, and recorded in the Hampden County Registry of Deeds in Book 17712, Page 105, assigned to Neighborhood Housing Services of America by Assignment dated March 27, 2009 and recorded in the Hampden County Registry of Deeds in Book 17712, Page 123, assigned to IRBC, LLC, by Assignment dated December 28, 2010 and recorded in the Hampden County Registry of Deeds in Book 18610, Page 163, assigned to Deane Engle by Assignment dated December 21, 2016 and recorded in the Hampden County Registry of Deeds in Book 21508, Page 539, assigned to Park Tree Foundation, LLC c/o The National Community Foundation by Assignment dated December 27, 2016 and recorded in the Hampden County Registry of Deeds in Book 21614, Page 584, assigned to BBR Investments, LLC

by Assignment dated April 27, 2020 and recorded in the Hampden County Registry of Deeds in Book 23247, Page 32, of which mortgage the undersigned is the present holder, for breach of the conditions of said mortgage and for the purpose of foreclosing, the same will be sold at Public Auction at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, May 21, 2026, upon the premises described in said mortgage, namely 62 Maynard Street, Springfield, Hampden County, Massachusetts, all and singular the premises described in said mortgage, to wit: Certain real estate situated in Springfield, in the County of Hampden and Commonwealth of Massachusetts, situated on the Westerly side of Maynard Street (formerly known as Maynard Avenue) and bounded and described as follows: Beginning at a point distant one hundred fortyeight and 36/100 (148.36) feet southerly from the Southerly line of Shattuck Street; thence running WESTERLY on land now or formerly of C.B. Butler at right angles with said Maynard

CITATION G.L. c. 210, § 6 Docket No. HD25A0181AD Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Probate and Family Court Hampden Probate and Family Court 50 State Street Springfield, MA 01103 (413)748-7758 In the matter of: Aisley Reign Figueroa Morales To: Andres Francisco Morales any unnamed or unknown parent and persons interested in a petition for the adoption of said child and to the Department of Children and Families of said Commonwealth.

A petition has been presented to said court by: Jazmin Janet Figueroa of Springfield, MA Anthony Junior Santiago of Springfield, MA requesting for leave to adopt said child and that the name of the child be changed to If you object to this adoption you are entitled to the appointment of an attorney if you are an indigent person.

An indigent person is defined by SJC Rule 3:10. The definition includes but is not limited to persons receiving TAFDC, EACDC, poverty related veteran’s benefits, Medicaid, and SSI. The Court will determine if you are indigent.

Contact an Assistant Judicial Case Manager or Adoption Clerk of the Court on or before the date listed below to obtain the necessary forms.

IF YOU DESIRE TO OBJECT TO THERETO, YOUR OR YOUR ATTORNEY MUST FILE A WRITTEN APPEARANCE IN SAID COURT AT: Springfield ON OR BEFORE TEN O’CLOCK IN THE MORNING (10:00 AM) ON: rmiller-longtin@thereminder.com 05/27/2026 FOR: AGAWAM REMINDER, WITNESS, Hon. Claudine T. Stoudemire, First Justice of this Court.

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NOTICE AND ORDER: Petition for Appointment of Guardian of a Minor Docket No. HD26P0836GD Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Probate and Family Court Hampden Probate and Family Court 50 State Street Springfield, MA 01103 In the interests of A'Ziah Reese Cotto of Springfield, MA Minor NOTICE TO ALL INTERESTED PARTIES 1. Hearing Date/Time: A hearing on a Petition for Appointment of Guardian of a Minor filed on 04/16/2026 by Altagracia Pabon of Springfield, MA will be held 05/27/2026 08:30 AM Guardianship of Minor Hearing Located 50 State St. 4th Floor, Springfield, MA 01103 2. Response to Petition: You may respond by filing a written response to the Petition or by appearing in person at the hearing. If you choose to file a written response, you need to: File the original with the Court; and Mail a copy to all interested parties at least five (5) business days before the hearing.

3. Counsel for the Minor: The minor (or an adult on behalf of the minor) has the right to request that counsel be appointed for the minor.

4. Counsel for Parents: If you are a parent of the minor child who is the subject of this proceeding you have a right to be represented by an attorney. If you want an attorney and cannot afford to pay for one and if you give proof that you are indigent, an attorney will be assigned to you. Your request for an attorney should be made immediately by filling out the Application of Appointment of Counsel form.

Submit the application form in person or by mail at the court location where your case is going to be heard.

5. Presence of the Minor at Hearing: A minor over age 14 has the right to be present at any hearing, unless the Court finds that it is not in the minor’s best interests.

Date: April 16, 2026 Rosemary A. Saccomani, Register of Probate (May 7)

INFORMAL PROBATE PUBLICATION NOTICE Docket No. HD26P0862EA Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Probate and Family Court Hampden Division 50 State Street Springfield, MA 01103 (413)748-8600 Estate of: Michael Belanger Also Known As: Michael Joseph Rejean Belanger Date of Death: February 20, 2026 To all persons interested in the above captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner Manon Belanger of Springfield MA a Will has been admitted to informal probate.

Manon Belanger of Springfield MA has been informally appointed as the Personal Representative of the estate to serve without surety on the bond.

The estate is being administered under informal procedure by the Personal Representative under the Massachusetts Uniform Probate Code without supervision by the Court. Inventory and accounts are not required to be filed with the Court, but interested parties are entitled to notice regarding the administration from the Personal Representative and can petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including distribution of assets and expenses of administration. Interested parties are entitled to petition the Court to institute formal proceedings and to obtain orders terminating or restricting the powers of Personal Representatives appointed under informal procedure.

A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, can be obtained from the Petitioner.

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CITATION GIVING NOTICE OF PETITION FOR APPOINTMENT OF GUARDIAN FOR INCAPACITATED PERSON PURSUANT TO G.L. c. 190B, §5-304 Docket No. HD26P0894GD Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Probate and Family Court Hampden Probate and Family Court 50 State Street Springfield, MA 01103 In the matter of: Anselmo Ramos Gonzalez Of: Springfield, MA RESPONDENT Alleged Incapacitated Person To the named Respondent and all other interested persons, a petition has been filed by Baystate Medical Center of Springfield, MA in the above captioned matter alleging that Anselmo Ramos Gonzalez is in need of a Guardian and requesting that Lisa Judkins of Auburn, MA (or some other suitable person) be appointed as Guardian to serve Without Surety on the bond.

The petition asks the court to determine that the Respondent is incapacitated, that the appointment of a Guardian is necessary, and that the proposed Guardian is appropriate. The petition is on file with this court and may contain a request for certain specific authority.

You have the right to object to this proceeding. If you wish to do so, you or your attorney must file a written appearance at this court on or before 10:00 A.M. on the return date of 05/26/2026. This day is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline date by which you have to file the written appearance if you object to the petition. If you fail to file the written appearance by the return date, action may be taken in this matter without further notice to you. In addition to filing the written appearance, you or you attorney must file a written affidavit stating the specific facts and grounds of your objection within 30 days after the return date.

IMPORTANT NOTICE The outcome of this proceeding may limit or completely take away the above-named person’s right to make decisions about personal affairs or financial affairs or both. The above-named person has the right to ask for a lawyer. Anyone may make this request on behalf of the above-named person. If the above-named person cannot afford a lawyer, one may be appointed at State expense.

WITNESS, Hon. Claudine T. Stoudemire, First Justice of this Court Date: April 24, 2026 Rosemary A. Saccomani, Register of Probate (May 7)

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LEGAL NOTICES Continued from previous page CITATION ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION Docket No. HD26P0884EA Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Probate and Family Court Hampden Probate and Family Court 50 State Street Springfield, MA 01103 (413)748-7758 Estate of: Astlene Orenthia Nelson Date of Death: 07/16/2018 To all interested persons: A Petition for Late and Limited Formal Testacy and/or Appointment has been filed by Curtis L Nelson of Feeding Hills MA requesting that the Court enter a formal Decree and Order and for such other relief as requested in the Petition.

The Petitioner requests that: Curtis L Nelson of Feeding Hills MA be appointed as Personal Representative(s) of said estate to serve Without Surety on the bond in unsupervised administration IMPORTANT NOTICE You have the right to obtain a copy of the Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court.

You have a right to object to this proceeding. To do so, you or your attorney must file a written appearance and objection at this Court before: 10:00 a.m. on the return day of 05/14/2026.

This is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline by which you must file a written appearance and objection if you object to this proceeding. If you fail to file a timely written appearance and objection followed by an affidavit of objections within thirty (30) days of the return date, action may be taken without further notice to you.

UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION UNDER THE MASSACHUSETTS UNIFORM PROBATE CODE (MUPC) A Personal Representative appointed under the MUPC in an unsupervised administration is not required to file an inventory or annual accounts with the Court. Persons interested in the estate are entitled to notice regarding the administration directly from the Personal Representative and may petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including the distribution of assets and expenses of administration.

WITNESS, Hon. Claudine T. Stoudemire, First Justice of this Court.

Date: April 23, 2026 Rosemary A. Saccomani, Register of Probate (May 7) NOTICE AND ORDER: Petition for Appointment of Guardian of a Minor Docket No. HD26P0837GD Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Probate and Family Court Hampden Probate and Family Court 50 State Street Springfield, MA 01103 In the interests of Aiden Jayden Ortiz of Springfield, MA Minor NOTICE TO ALL INTERESTED PARTIES 1. Hearing Date/Time: A hearing on a Petition for Appointment of Guardian of a Minor filed on 04/16/2026 by Altagracia Pabon of Springfield, MA will be held 05/27/2026 08:30 AM Guardianship of Minor Hearing Located 50 State Street, 4th Fl., Springfield, Ma 01102 2. Response to Petition: You may respond by filing a written response to the Petition or by appearing in person at the hearing. If you choose to file a written response, you need to: File the original with the Court; and Mail a copy to all interested parties at least five (5) business days before the hearing.

3. Counsel for the Minor: The minor (or an adult on behalf of the minor) has the right to request that counsel be appointed for the minor.

4. Counsel for Parents: If you are a parent of the minor child who is the subject of this proceeding you have a right to be represented by an attorney. If you want an attorney and cannot afford to pay for one and if you give proof that you are indigent, an attorney will be assigned to you. Your request for an attorney should be made immediately by filling out the Application of Appointment of Counsel form.

Submit the application form in person or by mail at the court location where your case is going to be heard.

5. Presence of the Minor at Hearing: A minor over age 14 has the right to be present at any hearing, unless the Court finds that it is not in the minor’s best interests.

Date: April 16, 2026 Rosemary A. Saccomani, Register of Probate (May 7) INFORMAL PROBATE PUBLICATION NOTICE Docket No. HD00P2470AD1 Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Probate and Family Court Hampden Division Estate of: Theresa Elizabeth Bryant Date of Death: April 26, 1995 To all persons interested in the above captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner Timothy Spruell of Springfield MA Timothy Spruell of Springfield MA has been informally appointed as the Personal Representative of the estate to serve without surety on the bond.

The estate is being administered under informal procedure by the Personal Representative under the Massachusetts Uniform Probate Code without supervision by the Court. Inventory and accounts are not required to be filed with the Court, but interested parties are entitled to notice regarding the administration from the Personal Representative and can petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including distribution of assets and expenses of administration. Interested parties are entitled to petition the Court to institute formal proceedings and to obtain orders terminating or restricting the powers of Personal Representatives appointed under informal procedure.

A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, can be obtained from the Petitioner.

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CITATION ON PETITION FOR ORDER OF COMPLETE SETTLEMENT Docket No. HD24P1742EA Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Probate and Family Court Hampden Probate and Family Court 50 State Street Springfield, MA 01103 (413)748-7758 Estate of: Antonia Resto Date of Death: 10/21/2021 A Petition for Order of Complete Settlement has been filed by Antonio L. Ortiz of Springfield MA requesting that the court enter a formal Decree of Complete Settlement including the allowance of a final account, construction of the will as proposed, the allowance of a proposed distribution and other such relief as may be requested in the Petition.

IMPORTANT NOTICE You have the right to obtain a copy of the Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court.

You have a right to object to this proceeding. To do so, you or your attorney must file a written appearance and objection at this Court before: 10:00 a.m. on the return day of 06/05/2026.

This is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline by which you must file a written appearance and objection if you object to this proceeding. If you fail to file a timely written appearance and objection followed by an affidavit of objections within thirty (30) days of the return day, action may be taken without further notice to you.

WITNESS, Hon. Claudine T. Stoudemire, First Justice of this Court Date: April 28, 2026 Rosemary A. Saccomani, Register of Probate (May 7) NOTICE AND ORDER: Petition for Appointment of Guardian of a Minor Docket No. HD26P0719GD Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Probate and Family Court Hampden Probate and Family Court 50 State Street Springfield, MA 01103 In the interests of David Jose Figueroa of Springfield, MA Minor NOTICE TO ALL INTERESTED PARTIES 1. Hearing Date/Time: A hearing on a Petition for Appointment of Guardian of a Minor filed on 04/02/2026 by Sonia Housey of Springfield, MA Josephus Housey of Springfield, MA will be held 05/29/2026 08:30 AM Guardianship of Minor Hearing Located Hampden Probate & Family Court, 50 State Street, 4th Floor, Springfield, MA 01103 2. Response to Petition: You may respond by filing a written response to the Petition or by appearing in person at the hearing. If you choose to file a written response, you need to: File the original with the Court; and Mail a copy to all interested parties at least five (5) business days before the hearing.

3. Counsel for the Minor: The minor (or an adult on behalf of the minor) has the right to request that counsel be appointed for the minor.

4. Counsel for Parents: If you are a parent of the minor child who is the subject of this proceeding you have a right to be represented by an attorney. If you want an attorney and cannot afford to pay for one and if you give proof that you are indigent, an attorney will be assigned to you. Your request for an attorney should be made immediately by filling out the Application of Appointment of Counsel form.

Submit the application form in person or by mail at the court location where your case is going to be heard.

5. Presence of the Minor at Hearing: A minor over age 14 has the right to be present at any hearing, unless the Court finds that it is not in the minor’s best interests.

Date: April 27, 2026 Rosemary A. Saccomani, Register of Probate (May 7) NOTICE AND ORDER: Petition for Appointment of Guardian of a Minor Docket No. HD26P0718GD Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Probate and Family Court Hampden Probate and Family Court 50 State Street Springfield, MA 01103 In the interests of Genesis Figueroa of Springfield, MA Minor NOTICE TO ALL INTERESTED PARTIES 1. Hearing Date/Time: A hearing on a Petition for Appointment of Guardian of a Minor filed on 04/02/2026 by Sonia C. Housey of Springfield, MA Josephus Housey of Springfield, MA will be held 05/29/2026 08:30 AM Guardianship of Minor Hearing Located Hampden Probate & Family Court, 50 State Street, 4th Floor, Springfield, MA 01103 2. Response to Petition: You may respond by filing a written response to the Petition or by appearing in person at the hearing. If you choose to file a written response, you need to: File the original with the Court; and Mail a copy to all interested parties at least five (5) business days before the hearing.

3. Counsel for the Minor: The minor (or an adult on behalf of the minor) has the right to request that counsel be appointed for the minor.

4. Counsel for Parents: If you are a parent of the minor child who is the subject of this proceeding you have a right to be represented by an attorney. If you want an attorney and cannot afford to pay for one and if you give proof that you are indigent, an attorney will be assigned to you. Your request for an attorney should be made immediately by filling out the Application of Appointment of Counsel form.

Submit the application form in person or by mail at the court location where your case is going to be heard.

5. Presence of the Minor at Hearing: A minor over age 14 has the right to be present at any hearing, unless the Court finds that it is not in the minor’s best interests.

Date: April 27, 2026 Rosemary A. Saccomani, Register of Probate (May 7)

2. Response to Petition: You may respond by filing a written response to the Petition or by appearing in person at the hearing. If you | 12 | choose to file a written response, you need to: File the original with the Court; and Mail a copy to all interested parties at least five (5) business days before the hearing.

3. Counsel for the Minor: The minor (or an adult on behalf of the minor) has the right to request that counsel be appointed for the minor.

4. Counsel for Parents: If you are a parent of the minor child who is the subject of this proceeding you have a right to be represented by an attorney. If you want an attorney and cannot afford to pay for one and if you give proof that you are indigent, an attorney will be assigned to you. Your request for an attorney should be made immediately by filling out the Application of Appointment of Counsel form.

Submit the application form in person or by mail at the court location where your case is going to be heard.

5. Presence of the Minor at Hearing: A minor over age 14 has the right to be present at any hearing, unless the Court finds that it is not in the minor’s best interests.

Date: April 27, 2026 Rosemary A. Saccomani, Register of Probate (May 7)

NOTICE AND ORDER: Petition for Appointment of Guardian of a Minor Docket No. HD26P0720GD Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Probate and Family Court Hampden Probate and Family Court 50 State Street Springfield, MA 01103 In the interests of Jada Maria Figueroa of Springfield, MA Minor NOTICE TO ALL INTERESTED PARTIES 1. Hearing Date/Time: A hearing on a Petition for Appointment of Guardian of a Minor filed on 04/02/2026 by Sonia Housey of Springfield, MA Josephus Housey of Springfield, MA will be held 05/29/2026 08:30 AM Guardianship of Minor Hearing Located Hampden Probate & Family Court, 50 State Street, 4th Floor, Springfield, MA 01103 2. Response to Petition: You may respond by filing a written response to the Petition or by appearing in person at the hearing. If you choose to file a written response, you need to: File the original with the Court; and Mail a copy to all interested parties at least five (5) business days before the hearing.

3. Counsel for the Minor: The minor (or an adult on behalf of the minor) has the right to request that counsel be appointed for the minor.

4. Counsel for Parents: If you are a parent of the minor child who is the subject of this proceeding you have a right to be represented by an attorney. If you want an attorney and cannot afford to pay for one and if you give proof that you are indigent, an attorney will be assigned to you. Your request for an attorney should be made immediately by filling out the Application of Appointment of Counsel form.

Submit the application form in person or by mail at the court location where your case is going to be heard.

5. Presence of the Minor at Hearing: A minor over age 14 has the right to be present at any hearing, unless the Court finds that it is not in the minor’s best interests.

Date: April 27, 2026 Rosemary A. Saccomani, Register of Probate (May 7)

CITATION ON PETITION FOR ORDER OF COMPLETE SETTLEMENT Docket No. HD12P0576EA Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Probate and Family Court Hampden Probate and Family Court 50 State Street Springfield, MA 01103 (413)748-7758 Estate of: Malissa S. Williams Date of Death: 02/17/2011 A Petition for Order of Complete Settlement has been filed by John J Ferriter of Holyoke MA requesting that the court enter a formal Decree of Complete Settlement including the allowance of a final account and other such relief as may be requested in the Petition.

IMPORTANT NOTICE You have the right to obtain a copy of the Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court.

You have a right to object to this proceeding. To do so, you or your attorney must file a written appearance and objection at this Court before: 10:00 a.m. on the return day of 06/01/2026.

This is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline by which you must file a written appearance and objection if you object to this proceeding. If you fail to file a timely written appearance and objection followed by an affidavit of objections within thirty (30) days of the return day, action may be taken without further notice to you.

WITNESS, Hon. Claudine T. Stoudemire, First Justice of this Court.

Date: April 27, 2026 Rosemary A. Saccomani, Register of Probate (May 7)

ance and objection if you object to this proceeding. If you fail to file a timely written appearance and objection followed by an THEREMINDER.COM | WE ARE HOMETOWN NEWS affidavit of objections within thirty (30) days NOTICE AND ORDER: of the return date, action may be taken Petition for Appointment without further notice to you. of Guardian of a Minor UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION UNDER Docket No. HD26P0870GD THE MASSACHUSETTS UNIFORM Commonwealth of Massachusetts PROBATE CODE (MUPC) The Trial Court A Personal Representative appointed unProbate and Family Court der the MUPC in an unsupervised adminisHampden Probate and Family Court tration is not required to file an inventory or 50 State Street annual accounts with the Court. Persons inSpringfield, MA 01103 terested in the estate are entitled to notice In the interests of Jeinialyz Michelle Rodrigregarding the administration directly from uez the Personal Representative and may petiof Springfield, MA tion the Court in any matter relating to the Minor estate, including the distribution of assets NOTICE TO ALL INTERESTED PARTIES and expenses of administration.

1. Hearing Date/Time: A hearing on a Petition WITNESS, Hon. Claudine T. Stoudemire, for Appointment of Guardian of a Minor filed on First Justice of this Court.

04/22/2026 by Date: April 29, 2026 Velia C Roman-Rodriguez of Chicago, IL Rosemary A. Saccomani, Josue D Rodriguez De Leon of Chicago, IL Register of Probate will be held 05/20/2026 08:30 AM Guardian(May 7) ship of Minor Hearing LETTERS OF AUTHORITY FOR Located Hampden Probate & Family Court PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE 50 State Street 4th Floor Springfield, MA Docket No. HD26P0861EA 01103 Commonwealth of Massachusetts 2. Response to Petition: You may respond by The Trial Court filing a written response to the Petition or by Probate and Family Court appearing in person at the hearing. If you Hampden Probate and Family Court choose to file a written response, you need to: 50 State St. File the original with the Court; and Springfield, MA 01103 Mail a copy to all interested parties at least five (413)748-7758 (5) business days before the hearing.

Estate of: 3. Counsel for the Minor: The minor (or an Vincent Anthony Falcone adult on behalf of the minor) has the right to reDate of Death: 03/08/2026 quest that the counsel be appointed for the To: minor.

Anne Marie Falcone 4. Counsel for Parents: If you are a parent of 25 Peer Street the minor child who is the subject of this proSpringfield, MA 01109 ceeding you have a right to be represented by You have been appointed and qualified as Peran attorney. if you want an attorney and cansonal Representative in Unsupervised adminisnot afford to pay for one and if you give proof tration of this estate on April 22, 2026 that you are indigent an attorney will be asThese letters are proof of your authority to act signed to you. Your request for an attorney pursuant to G. L. c. 190B, except for the followshould be made immediately by filling out the ing restrictions if any: Application of Appointment of Counsel form.

I certify that it appears by the records of this Submit the application form in person or by Court that said appointment remains in full mail at the court location where your case is force and effect. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF I going to be heard. have hereunto set my hand and affixed the 5. Presence of the Minor at Hearing: A minor seal of said Court. over age 14 has the right to be present at any Date: April 22, 2026 hearing, unless the Court finds that it is not in Rosemary A. Saccomani, the minor’s best interests.

Register of Probate Date: April 29, 2026 (May 7) Rosemary A. Saccomani, (May 7)

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CITATION ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION Docket No. HD26P0919EA Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Probate and Family Court Hampden Probate and Family Court 50 State Street Springfield, MA 01103 (413)748-7758 Estate of: Samuel Landon Moon Date of Death: 12/20/2025 To all interested persons: A Petition for Formal Adjudication of Intestacy and Appointment of Personal Representative has been filed by Phillip Moon of Springfield MA requesting that the Court enter a formal Decree and Order and for such other relief as requested in the Petition.

The Petitioner requests that: Phillip Moon of Springfield MA be appointed as Personal Representative(s) of said estate to serve Without Surety on the bond in unsupervised administration IMPORTANT NOTICE You have the right to obtain a copy of the Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court.

You have a right to object to this proceeding. To do so, you or your attorney must file a written appearance and objection at this Court before: 10:00 a.m. on the return day of 05/29/2026.

This is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline by which you must file a written appearance and objection if you object to this proceeding. If you fail to file a timely written appearance and objection followed by an affidavit of objections within thirty (30) days of the return date, action may be taken without further notice to you.

UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION UNDER THE MASSACHUSETTS UNIFORM PROBATE CODE (MUPC) A Personal Representative appointed under the MUPC in an unsupervised administration is not required to file an inventory or annual accounts with the Court. Persons interested in the estate are entitled to notice regarding the administration directly from the Personal Representative and may petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including the distribution of assets and expenses of administration.

WITNESS, Hon. Claudine T. Stoudemire, First Justice of this Court.

Date: April 29, 2026 Rosemary A. Saccomani, Register of Probate (May 7)

CITATION GIVING NOTICE OF PETITION FOR APPOINTMENT OF GUARDIAN FOR INCAPACITATED PERSON PURSUANT TO G.L. c. 190B, §5-304 Docket No. HD26P0882GD Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Probate and Family Court Hampden Probate and Family Court 50 State Street Springfield, MA 01103 In the matter of: Malachi Justice-Tyler Kelly Of: Springfield, MA RESPONDENT Alleged Incapacitated Person To the named Respondent and all other interested persons, a petition has been filed by Annie L Rosa Rodriguez of Springfield, MA in the above captioned matter alleging that Malachi Justice-Tyler Kelly is in need of a Guardian and requesting that Annie L Rosa Rodriguez of Springfield, MA (or some other suitable person) be appointed as Guardian to serve Without Surety on the bond.

The petition asks the court to determine that the Respondent is incapacitated, that the appointment of a Guardian is necessary and that the proposed Guardian is appropriate. The petition is on file with this court and may contain a request for certain specific authority.

You have the right to object to this proceeding. If you wish to do so, you or your attorney must file a written appearance at this court on or before 10:00 A.M. on the return date of 05/28/2026. This day is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline date by which you have to file the written appearance if you object to the petition. If you fail to file the written appearance by the return date, action may be taken in this matter without further notice to you. In addition to filing the written appearance, you or you atContinued on next page torney must file a written affidavit stating the specific facts and grounds of your objection within 30 days after the return date.

IMPORTANT NOTICE The outcome of this proceeding may limit or completely take away the above-named person’s right to make decisions about personal affairs or financial affairs or both. The above-named person has the right to ask for a lawyer. Anyone may make this request on behalf of the above-named person. If the above-named person cannot afford a lawyer, one may be appointed at State expense.

WITNESS, Hon. Claudine T. Stoudemire, First Justice of this Court.

Date: April 23, 2026 Rosemary A. Saccomani, Register of Probate (May 7)

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We specialize in professional gardening services, offering every 4-8 week service programs and design of gardens/Landscapes Ludlow, MA 413-262-0402 gardendesignsbyjacqueline.com

Joseph’s Handyman Company. Carpentry, remodeling, interior/exterior painting, floors, tile, stairs, drywall, cabinets, plumbing. Professional artist. Small jobs ok. Home improvement. Projects designed for your needs. Since 1985. Call Joe, 413-364-7038

Garages, additions, windows, doors, decks, porches. All types of flooring. Bathrooms, kitchens, interior painting. All types of handyman work. Registration #174045

LANDSCAPING ALL LANDSCAPING SERVICES Fully insured Call Tim 413-244-2975 GREEN TEAM LANDSCAPING 413-563-4663 Spring Clean-ups, Mowing Service, Bobcat Service, Patio and Retaining Wall Installation; All Other Landscaping Needs.

VERY COMPETITIVE PRICING! ROZELL'S LANDSCAPING & BOBCAT SERVICE *Overgrown property? *Excavator Services *Extreme Brush Cutting! *Shrub, Stump, Tree Removal *Lawn/Arborvitae Installed *Loam, Stone, Mulch, Sand *Storm Clean-up *Small Demo *Insured JOSH ROZELL 413-636-5957

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All plans feature unlimited talk & text, starting at just $20/mo. Call 1-877-751-0866 DIRECTV Stream - Carries the most local MLB games! Choice Pkg $89.99/mo for 12 mos Stream on 20 devic-es. HBO Max included for 3 mos w/Choice Package or higher. No contract or hidden fees! Restrictions apply. IVS 866-859-0405 Don't let the stairs limit your mobility! Discover the ideal solution for anyone who struggles on the stairs, is concerned about a fall or wants to regain access to their entire home. Call AmeriGlide today! 1-833-399-3595 Home Break-ins take less than 60 seconds.

Don't wait! Protect your family, your home, your assets now for as little as 70¢/day! 1-833-8901612 Inflation is at 40 year highs. Interest rates are way up. Credit cards. Medical bills. Car loans.

Do you have $10k or more in debt? Call National Debt Relief and find out how to pay off your debt for significantly less than what you owe! Free quote: Call 1-844-955-4930 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

CHICOPEE

Omar Gshimawy to Servicenet Inc., 541 Grattan St. $470,000 Paul D. Baker, trustee, and Baker Family Revocable Living Trust, trustee of, to Paul D. Baker, 58 Nonotuck Ave. $100 Rohirrim Inc., to 1535 Memorial LLC, 1535 Memorial Drive $600,000 Thomas Edward Duffy and Kristiana Tadeo to Edson Galdino Souza and Brianna Lucy Souza, 18 Devlin Drive $435,000

HOLYOKE

Karol Makusiewicz to Dylan Vautrin and Shannon Vautrin, 51 Jarvis Ave. $395,000 Mary Hatch and Dominic Alfano to Barbara A. Goll, 151 Lincoln St. $550,000 Greater Springfield Habitat for Humanity to Pedro Aponte Hernandez and Demaris Zorrilla De Aponte, 358 Chestnut St. $150,000

EAST LONGMEADOW

David Ayers, David J. Ayers, Kathleen O’Sullivan and Jessica L. Ayers to Marco L. Basile, 241 Hampden Road $440,000 Deutsche Bank National Trust Co., trustee, and Ameriquest Mortgage Securities Inc. Series 2005-R7, trustee of, to Sunlight Properties LLC, 54 Rogers Road $344,500

LONGMEADOW

ASteven B. Fieldman, trustee, and Revocable Indenture Trust of Neil Fieldman, trustee of, to Matthew Fioretti and Caroline Fioretti, 211 Academy Drive

SOUTHWICK

Anthony Antico and Sharyn Antico to Sharyn Antico, 363 R North Loomis St. Anthony Antico and Sharyn Antico to Sharyn Antico, Off North Loomis Street

SPRINGFIELD

Algernon D. Anatol to Pamella Alves Mahnic, 1450-1456 Carew St. Daniel P. Thorpe to Javed Shah and Sakina Shah, 111 Cloran St. David Maina and Nelly Nganga to Sujan Biswa and Rachit Ramdam, 104 Appleton St.

SPRINGFIELD | MAY 7-13, 2026

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For service or inspection today! 833-860-0657 Have zip code ready!

CHET & SON PAINTING

Interior and exterior painting, wallpaper, removal. Free estimates. Insured. Reliable.

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ROOFING NEW ROOFS-REPAIRS-CLEANING Siding and windows, decks built and repaired.

Fully insured. MA Lic #CSFA106255. David Germaine 413-250-3263

TAG SALES Saturday 5/9 8am-2pm Everything must go!

Tools, furniture, collectibles, housewares, antiques 33 Highland St, Longmeadow

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LADIES CLOTHING MANUFACTURERS SAMPLE SALE 1094 Williams St., Longmeadow, MA Friday, May 8th, 7a.m-7p.m.

Saturday, May 9th, 8a.m.-6p.m.

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Professional lawn service: Fertilization, weed control, seeding, aeration & mosquito control.

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Gibson, Fender, Martin, Grecsch, Rickenbacker, Epiphone, Etc. 1930's to 1980's. Call 866433-8277 Water damage cleanup & restoration: A small amount of water can lead to major damage in your home. Our trusted professionals do complete repairs to protect your family and your home's value! Call 24/7: 1-833-887-0117.

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Wesley Financial Group, LLC Timeshare Cancellation Experts Over $50,000,000 in timeshare debt & fees cancelled in 2019. Get free info package & learn how to get rid of your timeshare! Free consultations. Over 450 positive reviews. 833-308-1971

PAINTING & WALLPAPERING AARDVARK PAINTING & HOME IMPROVEMENTS INC. Water Damage Repairs!

Quality residential & commercial carpentry, & painting since 1964.

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TANK REMOVAL UNDERGROUND ABOVEGROUND BASEMENT TANK REMOVAL Oil removal available. Permits obtained. Fully licensed/insured. Ground Breakers 566-2250; 530-2266

VACATION RENTAL WESLEY FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC Timeshare Cancellation Experts. Over $50,000,000 in timeshare debt and fees cancelled in 2019. Get free informational package and learn how to get rid of your timeshare!

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WANTED All fishing equipment! Cash paid. Will travel to you! Call Mike the Fishing Guy 413313-5013 Always buying antiques watches jewelry gold coins art military signs posters cameras toys video games action figures Star Wars vintage electronics amplifiers receivers' radios HAM equipment speakers' musical instruments guitars saxophones horns amplifiers sports memorabilia clocks plus more one item or entire estates. 413-206-8688

PRIME PAINTING Fully insured, interior/exterior, carpentry, drywall, cabinet finishing and detailing. References upon request. Free estimates. 594-4479 PROFESSIONAL PAINTING Interior, exterior, wallpapering, minor carpentry.

Low, low prices. Free estimates. Steve 413310-5099; 860-741-5588

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DPN Homes LLC, to Junior Simon Williams, 24 Wands St. Edward Balaban to Malia Homebuyers LLC, 1175 Dickinson St. Unit 1175 Edwin Guerra and Nancy Guerra to Alex Guerra, 125 Phoenix Terrace Family & Developments LLC, to Dillon M. Childs, 17 Jeanne Marie St. J R H Realty Inc., to Bank Building LLC, 1675-1677 Main St. Lakeview Loan Servicing LLC, to FH Vision Estate Inc., 217 Mazarin St. Ramon Arce to Wilmer Ferrer Castro, 89 Rochelle St. Richard A. David to Richard A. David and Crystal A. Detres, 38 Howes St. Robert Flowers to Veteran Stan LLC, 2306 Wilbraham Road Robert T. Yvon Jr., and Christine A. Yvon to Christopher Desaulniers, 46 Eckington St. Shirley R. Gauthier to Jhazmin R. Collins and Jhazmin Collins, 54 Dudley St. Tejdada Properties LLC, to Sheileen Feliciano and Jadrien A. Feliciano, 19 Emily St. Thomas H. Krivacs and Kelly Lavertue-Krivacs to Kyle Deane and Sarah Foley, 236 Glenoak Drive

WEST SPRINGFIELD

Carl M. King to Amjad Real Estate LLC, 4 Hale St. Elizabeth K. Reale and Jonathan J. Reale to Curtis P. Patnaude, 361 Prospect Ave. $520,000 Michael J. Marcoux and Ashley Marcoux to Johnny S. Auden-Crooke, 32-34 Maple St. Brotherhood Limited Partnership and Gary M. Richetelli to COT BH LLC, 501 Memorial Ave.

$368,000 $175,000 $230,000 $310,000 $293,000 $223,000 $258,000 $100 $272,500 $382,500 $214,000 $320,000 $310,000 $225,000 $325,000 $418,000 $1,890,122

$100 WESTFIELD $315,000 $100 Elizabeth A. Methe to Conner J. Hartman and Victoria E. Shaw, 419 Southwick Road Unit P66 Green Suburb LLC, to Andrey Korchevskiy, Ilia Korchevskiy and Myroslava Korchevskiy, Woodside Terrace, Lot 6 $110,000 Thomas W. Woodruff and Kathleen P. Woodruff to Mary Hannah Hatch, 44 Kensington Ave. $550,000 $610,000 $150,000 WILBRAHAM $347,500 $385,000 Numeri Capital Investments LLC, to Fazong Ye and Jing Jing Ni, 12 Weston St.

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