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WooSox Recognize Country Bank’s Jodie Gerulaitis as Community Hero

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WARE — Country Bank is announced that Jodie Gerulaitis, vice president of Community Relations, has been honored as a Community Hero by the Worcester Red Sox, recognizing her commitment and dedication to serving the local community.

Gerulaitis’s passionate advocacy for educators and local nonprofit leaders through Country Bank’s partnership with WooSox Foundation programs has had a profound impact on the community.

Her support in recognizing leaders and educators throughout the region is evident through the Most Valuable Teacher program and the WooStars initiative. The Most Valuable Teacher program celebrates the achievements of nine exceptional teachers at their schools and the park. Similarly, the WooStars program recognizes the outstanding work of nine local nonprofit leaders. These programs, championed by Gerulaitis, exemplify her passion, dedication, and desire to make a meaningful difference in the community.

“One of the most rewarding aspects of our work in the community is our work with Country Bank,” WooSox President Charles Steinberg said. “Constantly, at the heart of each program, is the omnipresent Jodie Gerulaitis. Wherever we are in the region, trying to make an impact, she’s there already, welcoming us to join her. Her passion and pursuit of community impact is inspiring.”

MountainOne Insurance Named a Top Insurance Employer for Fifth Time

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NORTH ADAMS — MountainOne Insurance Agency Inc. has been recognized as a Top Insurance Employer by Insurance Business America for the fifth time. The company previously earned this title in 2019, 2021, 2022, and 2023.

This award is based on several key factors, including MountainOne’s workplace culture, employee benefits, and dedication to overall job satisfaction. It was also recognized for its commitment to fostering career growth and implementing forward-thinking strategies that position the company at the forefront of industry.

“Our inclusion in the 2024 Top Insurance Employer list once again is a testament to the culture we’ve built,” said Jonathan Denmark, president and chief operating officer of MountainOne Insurance. “Our goal has always been to create a work environment that supports our Mountaineers professionally and enriches them personally. By offering meaningful benefits, opportunities for career advancement, and a culture that values every individual, we’ve been able to attract and retain some of the top talent in the industry.”

Greenfield Cooperative Bank Launches Homegrown Heroes Mortgage Product

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GREENFIELD — Greenfield Cooperative Bank (GCB) announced the launch of its new Homegrown Heroes mortgage product, designed to provide special financing options for police officers, EMTs, RNs and CRNs, firefighters, school employees, and military personnel. This initiative aims to recognize the contributions of these dedicated individuals to their communities and offer them a helping hand in achieving their homeownership dreams.

The Homegrown Heroes program offers a variety of benefits, including reduced interest rates for eligible borrowers, making their monthly mortgage payments more affordable; and the flexibility to choose between a fixed-rate mortgage with predictable monthly payments or an adjustable-rate mortgage that offers potential interest-rate savings initially but may fluctuate over time.

“We are committed to supporting the brave men and women who serve our communities every day,” said Jane Wolfe, executive vice president – Residential Lending at GCB. “The Homegrown Heroes product is our way of honoring their service and making the dream of homeownership more accessible.”

To learn more about the Homegrown Heroes mortgage product and eligibility requirements, visit greenfieldcoopbank.com or contact a local GCB branch.

MCLA to Host 2024 Constitution and Citizenship Day with Electoral College Lecture

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NORTH ADAMS — MCLA will host the annual Constitution and Citizenship Day with a presentation for students and community members on Tuesday, Sept. 17 at 4 p.m. in Murdock Hall, Room 218. The federal holiday was established in 2004 and first celebrated in 2005, recognizing the signing of the U.S. Constitution on Sept. 17, 1787 in Philadelphia.

The presentation, “Understanding the Electoral College: Insights into 2024’s Presidential Election,” will be led by MCLA Associate Professor of Political Science Samantha Pettey. The lecture is free and open to the public.

Pettey will explore the historical origins and current controversies of the Electoral College, including the disparity between the popular vote and electoral outcomes and the influence of swing states. It will also cover best practices for interpreting polling data to help students and attendees critically analyze ‘hot-take’ headlines. A Q&A session addressing these topics and others will follow the presentation. This lecture is designed to empower students of democracy with the knowledge to understand and influence elections.

“Polling can be tricky to interpret responsibly, especially in the context of the Electoral College,” Pettey said. “The lecture will focus on some tips for reading and interpreting electoral news with polls and will allow time for questions about the broader election.”

Pettey has been interested in politics from a young age and has worked in the History and Political Science Department at MCLA since 2016. She teaches a range of courses on American government but is most passionate about teaching and researching Congress, state and local politics, and women in politics. Her current research focuses broadly on female candidates. She is particularly interested in the impact institutional features and demographic characteristics have on state-level candidate emergence and success.

OMG Inc. to Host Open House on Sept. 21

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AGAWAM — OMG Inc., a leading global manufacturer and supplier of specialty fasteners and products for commercial roofing and residential construction applications, is hosting an open house at its Agawam headquarters, located at 153 Bowles Road, on Saturday, Sept. 21 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The free event is open to the public and will include guided riding tours of its manufacturing facility, demonstrations of the company’s innovative products and construction technologies, a job fair with on-the-spot interviews, and a variety of activities for children, including pumpkin decorating, face painting, a bounce house, and a photo booth. Vendors will be onsite offering breakfast and lunch during the event.

“OMG has changed the face of residential construction and commercial roofing through product innovation and advanced manufacturing, which we plan to showcase at this event,” said John Ashe, company president. “We offer one of the best places to work in Western Massachusetts, with an inclusive culture focused on our employees’ experience and career growth. We hope everyone in the area will bring their families on September 21 to see why Agawam is the fastener capital of America.”

OMG is headquartered in Agawam and operates two divisions, OMG Roofing Products and FastenMaster. The company, a wholly owned subsidiary of Steel Partners Holdings LP, operates manufacturing facilities in Massachusetts, Illinois, Minnesota, and North Carolina.

UMass Dining Named Best Campus Food for Eighth Consecutive Year

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AMHERST — UMass Amherst has once again been recognized for its exceptional campus dining experience, earning the coveted top spot on the Princeton Review’s list of Best Campus Food for an unprecedented eighth consecutive year. The achievement underscores UMass Dining’s commitment to culinary excellence, sustainability, and experiential dining that features globally inspired, culturally driven menus.

The Princeton Review’s annual rankings are based on surveys of 168,000 students at 390 colleges and universities across the nation. UMass Dining’s consistent top ranking is a testament to its innovative approach to campus dining and commitment to delivering student-focused and locally sourced cuisine at its four dining commons, one large retail food hall, and more than 30 cafés across campus.

“We are thrilled and honored to be recognized once again by the Princeton Review,” said Ken Toong, assistant vice chancellor of UMass Auxiliary Enterprises, which includes UMass Dining. “This ranking is a reflection of the hard work and dedication of our entire UMass Dining team, who are committed to delivering an outstanding dining experience for our students every day. We believe that good food is essential to the well-being of our community, and we will continue to push the boundaries of what campus dining can be.”

Andy Mangels, vice chancellor of Administration and Finance, added that “UMass Dining is a cornerstone of our campus culture, and this recognition speaks volumes about our commitment to excellence in all areas of student life. The dining program’s success enhances the overall experience at UMass Amherst, making our campus a place where students can thrive both academically and personally. We are incredibly proud of this achievement and look forward to continuing our tradition of excellence.”

John Berryhill Named Director of Botanic Garden of Smith College

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John Berryhill

NORTHAMPTON — The Botanic Garden of Smith College recently welcomed John Berryhill as its new director. Berryhill has been serving as interim director since January as part of a career at the botanic garden that began more than 27 years ago. He brings to this role an in-depth understanding of the botanic garden, a steadfast dedication to its mission, and a strong commitment to the partnerships that are at the center of its work.

Berryhill has worked in many different roles during his tenure — as a garden steward tending to the outdoor collections, as an arborist caring for the historic arboretum, and most recently as landscape curator managing the outdoor team and launching several conservation initiatives. These projects and priorities have connected Smith students to the work of the botanic garden community at both a regional and national scale.

“This moment has allowed me to see the amazing transformation that our team of staff and students here have crafted together with a new sense of clarity and deep gratitude,” Berryhill said. “We should all be very proud that this beloved institution continues to be a celebration of both Smith’s cherished history as well as values and priorities that are at the heart of our mission today.”

In the summer of 2022, Berryhill earned a master’s degree from Smith, making him the first Smithie to serve as director of the botanic garden. His research focused on the mountain magnolia’s vulnerability to climate change, which led to the development of a conservation collection at Smith College. He has long been a proponent of social and environmental justice being central to the botanic garden’s work. This priority has led to outreach and collaborations with local Indigenous leadership and conservation organizations, which will help shape the future direction of the Botanic Garden of Smith College.

“I am constantly reminded in my conversations with both today’s students and alums that it is not simply the presence of the plants in our collections, but the work we choose to do with them that will define us,” Berryhill said.

Food Bank of Western Massachusetts Receives $50,000 from Point32Health Foundation

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CHICOPEE — The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts received a $50,000 general operating grant from Point32Health Foundation to support its work of increasing access to local, affordable, nutritious food.

“The Food Bank provides nutritious food to an average of 114,000 people each month over the last 12 months, an 18% increase over the prior year,” said Andrew Morehouse, executive director of the Food Bank of Western Massachusetts. “Higher prices for food, housing, transportation, childcare, and other basic needs have forced more people, including working families, to seek food assistance, surpassing demand even during the pandemic. This grant from the Point32Health Foundation will help ensure the Food Bank can continue to distribute the equivalent of more than 1 million meals and other food every month to meet the growing demand for food.”

This grant is one of 31 new community investments totaling nearly $3 million from Point32Health Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Point32Health and its family of companies, including Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, Tufts Health Plan, and Care Partners of Connecticut. The grants support community-led solutions to advance healthier communities and equity in aging in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island.

“These organizations are increasing social connection, improving community approaches to mental health, and making healthy, culturally relevant food accessible, while creating communities that promote equitable aging,” said Nora Moreno Cargie, president of Point32Health Foundation and vice president for Corporate Citizenship at Point32Health. “They are collaborative and committed to making communities work better for everyone.”

Glenmeadow Announces Honorary Age of Excellence Award Recipient

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SPRINGFIELD — Glenmeadow recently announced the selection of seven distinguished individuals to receive an inaugural Age of Excellence Award. This recognition shines a spotlight on individuals who are not only redefining aging, but also reshaping perceptions of what it means to grow older.

In addition to these individuals, the Glenmeadow team and event-planning committee also selected an Honorary Age of Excellence Award recipient. This inaugural acknowledgement is being presented to Patrick Sullivan, longtime executive director of Parks, Buildings, and Recreational Management for the city of Springfield.

Patrick announced his retirement earlier this year after a career spanning 37 years. Throughout his tenure, he worked with seven mayors, most recently serving as part of Mayor Domenic Sarno’s administration. He leaves an indelible mark on the landscape of the city, having spearheaded numerous projects and initiatives, including neighborhood parks, school buildings, fire stations, library buildings, athletic fields, and the city’s environmental and climate action and resiliency plans.

“Patrick’s career accomplishments are much too numerous to list fully,” said Kathy Martin, Glenmeadow president and CEO. “However, his selection for this recognition was made in part to acknowledge his dedication and passion for preserving Springfield’s heritage. This focus included, among many others, his involvement in saving iconic structures such as the Barney Carriage House, where the Age of Excellence Awards Celebration will be held next month.”

The seven Age of Excellence honorees are:

• Dedicated Leader – Beyond the Badge: Springfield Police Superintendent Lawrence Akers, Palmer;

• Champion of Community Voices: Debbie Gardner, Springfield;

• Impactful Entrepreneur: Jeffrey Greim, Longmeadow;

• Dynamic Difference Maker: Ethel Griffin, Springfield;

• Game-Changing Mentor: James Lagodich, Springfield;

• Inspiring Changemaker: Maria Roy, Springfield; and

• Dedicated Community Connector: Karen Tetreault, Chicopee.

Click here to learn more about these honorees. Click here to buy tickets to the celebration on Wednesday, Sept. 4.

Massachusetts Broadband Institute Continues to Narrow Digital Divide

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Connecting Communities

 

It’s all about connecting communities, Comcast says — and public-private partnerships that continue to bear fruit in closing the digital divide.

Comcast recently submitted 91 applications in the second round of the Broadband Infrastructure Gap Networks Grant Program, administered by the Massachusetts Broadband Institute (MBI), a program that funds the deployment of high-speed broadband to unserved or underserved locations in Massachusetts.

“Comcast has a proven track record of connecting residents and businesses in the Commonwealth to reliable and fast internet service, and we look forward to partnering with MBI to further expand the Xfinity network to fully connect local communities,” said Carolyne Hannan, senior vice president of Comcast’s New England Region.

“We have completed five broadband expansion projects in partnership with the MBI, connecting more than 3,000 homes and businesses since 2018,” she added. “Endorsement by the MBI of the applications would build on the successful public-private partnership.”

Throughout Massachusetts, Comcast has invested almost $909 million over the last three years in private capital to build, maintain, and operate its Xfinity network. The company notes that this investment has enabled it to expand its network capabilities and stay ahead of consumer demand, as the need for fast, reliable, and secure internet continues to grow.

Meanwhile, public-private partnership models, like MBI’s grant program, are necessary to reach locations where the economics prevent private investment alone. The company has already received more than 140 letters of support from communities across the state for the applications.

Carolyne Hannan

Carolyne Hannan

“We have completed five broadband expansion projects in partnership with the MBI, connecting more than 3,000 homes and businesses since 2018.”

“Comcast wants to serve as many customers as is geographically and economically feasible,” the company told BusinessWest. “As we continue to evaluate these opportunities for network expansions, especially in rural areas where there can be significant infrastructure challenges, we partner with municipalities and groups like the Massachusetts Broadband Institute for grants that help change the economics to expand in the most cost-efficient manner.”

Through the first round of the Broadband Infrastructure Gap Networks Program, Comcast was awarded grants to connect unserved and underserved residents in Monson, Palmer, and Ware, as well as communities in Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket. Additionally, it has expanded its network in partnership with the MBI in Western Mass., connecting previously unserved homes and businesses.

It completed its first public-private partnership with the MBI in 2018, enabling the launch of gigabit services in nine Western Mass. towns, bringing Buckland, Conway, Chester, Hardwick, Huntington, Montague, Northfield, Pelham, and Shelburne to the MBI’s overall coverage goal of 96% or above. Since then, Comcast has completed four ‘last mile’ projects in Middlefield, Montgomery, Tolland, and Worthington.

 

Seeking Equity

Among the Massachusetts Broadband Institute’s other initiatives is its Municipal Digital Equity Planning Program, which provides municipalities with free strategic planning from pre-qualified consultants to help determine the main impediments to internet access and focus on solutions to bridge the existing digital divide, while tackling issues around affordability, digital-literacy training, device access, and other barriers.

“Massachusetts continues to lead the nation in addressing the digital divide, empowering municipalities statewide with vital resources to enhance accessibility and education,” Economic Development Secretary Yvonne Hao said earlier this year in announcing that 16 more cities and towns joined the program.

“This program will enable more municipalities to empower their residents, providing not only internet access, but also with the necessary training, devices, and expertise to compete in the digital economy. As commerce, job opportunities, and essential resources shift online, ensuring robust connections is crucial for residents to excel now and in the future.”

Michael Baldino

Michael Baldino

“Alongside our planning partners, we are excited to provide these communities with the support to help connect with their residents, to ask the right questions, and to receive data-driven results that will enable them to get the right mix of support to their residents.”

Michael Baldino, director of the MBI, added that, “alongside our planning partners, we are excited to provide these communities with the support to help connect with their residents, to ask the right questions, and to receive data-driven results that will enable them to get the right mix of support to their residents.”

There are now 78 municipalities participating in the Municipal Digital Equity Planning Program, a $145 million initiative launched last October. The latest round of 16 includes Springfield, as well as Hampden, Leverett, Otis, Shutesbury, and Westhampton.

The projects vary in scope. Springfield is building on the work done by its City Council’s digital equity subcommittee and interest from residents. The city acknowledges several barriers to digital equity, including equitable access to devices and skills, and intends on using surveys, public meetings, data collection, mailings, community events, tabling in public spaces, and interviews to uncover the reasons for these barriers. Working with consultants to build a digital-equity plan, Springfield aims to establish a coordinated, focused process.

Meanwhile, the town of Otis will spearheard several planning activities through its Municipal Light Plant to expand and improve digital equity. The municipality has previously installed a fiber-to-the-home network, but some seniors and students are unable to access it due to lack of training and equipment. In order to solve this, the town will conduct outreach to residents who are not typically involved in public meetings or do not respond to surveys.

And in Westhampton, the town’s 2022 master plan survey found that 92% of respondents noted the importance of reliable broadband for functioning city services (including emergency response) and to maintain the local economy. So Westhampton is prioritizing reliable access to high-speed internet by working with service providers and the MBI to learn more about existing network availability and reliability. The town will also focus on distributing devices, expanding literacy, and creating financial resources to help last-mile neighborhoods and remote locations.

In short, the MBI’s Municipal Digital Equity Planning Program aims to accomplish two goals: to guide municipal decision making and investments that will increase access, adoption, and usage of the internet, and also to prepare municipalities to submit grant proposals to state or federal programs to support digital equity activities.

Into the Future

Meanwhile, private-sector efforts to connect communities continue. Comcast recently announced higher upload and download speeds are now available to all customers in Holyoke, Longmeadow, West Springfield, and Westfield. In addition, work is nearly complete to provide these faster speeds to all customers in Southwick and Springfield, with the vast majority of those customers already experiencing these faster speeds.

“Modern networks require constant investment and innovation to remain resilient, secure, and future-ready,” the company noted. “The need for fast, reliable, and secure Internet will continue to grow, and Comcast is ensuring customers can stream, surf, and share on a network and service they can rely on today and in the future.”

UMass Amherst Announces Creation of Retail, Event, Meeting Space

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AMHERST — UMass Amherst announced the creation of UMass Downtown, a multi-purpose retail, event, and meeting space in downtown Amherst. Chancellor Javier Reyes announced the project Tuesday at the 57th annual Community Breakfast, hosted by UMass Amherst and the Amherst Area Chamber of Commerce.

UMass Downtown, scheduled to open in the 2024-25 academic year at 108 North Pleasant St., will provide a dynamic UMass experience in the heart of the Amherst’s central business district. Serving as a boutique retail location and campus information and welcome center during regular business hours, in the evenings it will be a regular site for small lectures, readings, and workshops. Additionally, the space will act as a welcome center for prospective students and their families and a hub of town-gown interaction with community members.

“When I arrived at UMass Amherst, I said I hoped to see more UMass in the community and more of the community at UMass,” Reyes said. “We’re putting words into action with UMass Downtown. It will be an important place for connection between the campus and community, introducing and inviting area residents to be a part of the campus experience. It is also evidence of our enduring commitment to community engagement.”

UMass Downtown will be managed by the Office of Community Relations and University Events, in partnership with UMass Auxiliary Services. Other campus partners include UMass Athletics, Student Affairs and Campus Life, the Dean of Students Office, Admissions, and the UMass Amherst Foundation.

UMass enlisted Kuhn Riddle Architects to help develop the vision that project leads Nancy Buffone, associate vice chancellor for University Relations, and Tony Maroulis, executive director of Community and Strategic Initiatives, put forward after consultation with campus leadership. The Kuhn Riddle team, led by Mallory Nurse, have achieved a design that aims to welcome visitors and community members while creating instantly recognizable, even Instagram-worthy moments to drive foot traffic to the space.

“One of our goals is to draw people to UMass Downtown through frequent events of 40 or fewer people,” Buffone said. “Our goal is to develop programming that will also positively impact our local restaurants and downtown businesses. Additionally, we look forward to future direct business-to-business partnerships and participating with programming by the Amherst Business Improvement District and Amherst Area Chamber of Commerce.”

Deadline Is Sept. 2 to Nominate a Woman of Impact

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SPRINGFIELD — Time is running out for BusinessWest to accept nominations for the seventh annual Women of Impact awards. Nominations for the class of 2024 are due by Monday, Sept. 2 at 5 p.m.

In 2018, BusinessWest created the Women of Impact program as a way to honor women in the region who are making an impact and creating positive change. Women of Impact was chosen as the name for the program because, while nominees can hail from the world of business, they can also emerge from other realms, such as the nonprofit community, public service, law enforcement, education, social work, the mentorship community, a combination of these — in short, we’re recognizing inspirational women on any level. Since its inception, the women honored through this program have been successful, inspiring, and most importantly, impactful.

Consider nominating someone for this prestigious award. Honorees will be announced in the Oct. 14 issue of BusinessWest. Nominations should be written with one underlying mission: to explain why the individual in question is, indeed, a woman of impact.

Visit businesswest.com/women-of-impact-nominations for additional information and a nomination form. The 2024 Women of Impact presenting sponsors are Country Bank and TommyCar Auto Group. For more information, call Natasha Mercado-Santana, Marketing and Events manager, at (413) 781-8600, ext. 100, or email [email protected].

Country Bank Announces Five Promotions

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WARE — Country Bank President and CEO Mary McGovern recently announced the promotion of five individuals within the organization: Dale Mazanec, Jason Mourao, Tori Graffam, Crystal Mansfield, and Ashlynn Fratoni.

Previously serving as vice president, Mazanec has been promoted to first vice president, Asset Mitigation. With a decade of service at Country Bank and 35 in the financial-services industry, his thoughtful approach and positive attitude make him a leader within the bank, significantly improving its asset-mitigation strategies and operations.

Mourao has been appointed assistant vice president of Retail Lending Operations. Since joining Country Bank in 2019, he has excelled in bringing a fresh perspective to the loan operations team. With 10 years of banking experience as an originator, he continues to enhance his skills while pursuing further education at the New England School for Financial Studies through the Massachusetts Bankers Assoc.

Graffam has been promoted to assistant vice president, BSA/Fraud. Joining Country Bank in 2020, she has demonstrated exceptional vigilance in safeguarding the bank and its customers. With more than 35 years in banking, she is respected for her deep knowledge and expertise in BSA/AML/OFAC regulations. She is a liaison, ensuring adherence to evolving regulatory requirements to protect the bank and its stakeholders.

Mansfield assumes the role of Customer Experience officer. In 23 years at Country Bank, she has excelled across various roles, including sales, customer service, retail management, marketing, and data analytics. Known for her commitment to excellence and customer-centric approach, she ensures that customer voices are heard and valued throughout the bank. Her dedication was recognized with the prestigious 2023 Presidents Platinum Award.

Fratoni has been promoted to Lead Audit officer. In her three and a half years as senior auditor, she has consistently leveraged her extensive audit experience to drive process improvements and efficiency gains across the organization, Her leadership in audit operations reinforces Country Bank’s commitment to operational excellence and regulatory compliance.

“Congratulations to Dale, Jason, Tori, Crystal, and Ashlynn. We are excited to announce their promotions, not just in recognition of their contributions to the bank’s success, but also because each individual’s history with the bank demonstrates the various career paths available in community banking,” said Miriam Siegel, first senior vice president, chief Culture and Development officer.

“We are committed to helping each of them and every team member identify their career goals and work with them to reach those objectives because we know that they make a difference to the bank’s overall success,” she continued. “We’re pleased to be able to promote Dale, Jason, Tori, Crystal, and Ashlynn for their strong performance, hard work, and dedication to the bank.”

Excel Dryer Earns SEAL Sustainable Product Award for Two Products

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EAST LONGMEADOW — Excel Dryer Inc. recently received Sustainable Product Awards as part of the 2024 SEAL Business Sustainability Awards for its ThinAir Hand Dryer and the D|VERSE Sink System featuring the XLERATORsync Hand Dryer. Both products feature Electrostatic HEPA (eHEPA) Filtration. The SEAL Sustainable Product Award honors innovative and impactful products that are “purpose-built” for a sustainable future.

“Integration and impact are the watchwords of the 2024 SEAL Sustainability Awards,” said Matt Harney, founder of the SEAL Awards. “This year, we’ve seen an impressive synthesis of technology, design, and innovation combined to drive sustainable impact.”

Excel Dryer’s sleek, surface-mounted, ADA-compliant ThinAir Hand Dryer with eHEPA represents a design breakthrough in electric hand-dryer technology. Its ability to conserve space without sacrificing drying time allows users a quick, hygienic, and convenient experience while eliminating paper waste.

“As facility managers and architects have become increasingly aware of the ecological benefits, cost savings, hygienic protection, and ADA compliance built into the ThinAir Hand Dryer with eHEPA, many are insisting on this technology for their facilities,” said Paul Marquez, global head of Specifications & Sustainability at Excel Dryer. “With a growing number of organizations implementing ESG (environmental sustainability and governance) policies, ThinAir will be recognized for its ability to assist them in achieving those goals.”

The D|VERSE Sink System featuring the XLERATORsync Hand Dryer with eHEPA is a collaboration between high-end commercial product designer D|13 Group and Excel Dryer. Integrating the elements of proper hand washing and drying in a cohesive, 30-inch unit, D|VERSE introduces a new level of hygiene, sustainability, and aesthetic appeal to commercial restrooms.

Picture This

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Baystate Noble Hospital recently announced the addition of a new CT (computed tomography) imaging scanner, enhancing its commitment to providing advanced healthcare technologies for the greater Westfield community
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Serving the Community

 

AXiA Insurance Services, through its AXiA Charitable Fund, recently supported two local nonprofit organizations in the Pioneer Valley, with a combined donation total of $32,500. The recipients included Look Memorial Park, based in Florence, and Hope for Youth and Families Foundation, based in Springfield. Since its establishment in 2022, the AXiA Charitable Fund has supported 15 nonprofits in the communities it serves.

Pictured: from left, Marie Brazeau, Look Park Development director, AXiA CEO Michael Long, and Look Park Executive Director Justin Pelis.

Pictured: from left, Marie Brazeau, Look Park Development director, AXiA CEO Michael Long, and Look Park Executive Director Justin Pelis.

 

Pictured: Long and AXiA staff with Bob Bolduc and Hope for Youth and Families staff

Pictured: Long and AXiA staff with Bob Bolduc and Hope for Youth and Families staff

 

Advanced Technology

Baystate Noble Hospital recently announced the addition of a new CT (computed tomography) imaging scanner, enhancing its commitment to providing advanced healthcare technologies for the greater Westfield community. The new scanner is a GE Revolution Ascend CT, and the scanner is expected to be operational this month. The additional scanner is centralized on the first floor of Baystate Noble, adjacent to the current CT scanner and equal distance from the hospital’s main entrance and Emergency Department, creating a CT hub.

Baystate Noble Hospital recently announced the addition of a new CT (computed tomography) imaging scanner, enhancing its commitment to providing advanced healthcare technologies for the greater Westfield community

Baystate Noble Hospital recently announced the addition of a new CT (computed tomography) imaging scanner, enhancing its commitment to providing advanced healthcare technologies for the greater Westfield community

 

 

Honoring Excellence

On July 31, the Massachusetts Assisted Living Assoc. honored Andrea Bates, Sales and Marketing director at Ruth’s House Assisted Living, at its annual Excellence Awards Dinner with the 2024 Sales and Marketing Award. Each year’s honoree is a person who excels at promoting their assisted-living community; uses innovative, creative sales and marketing techniques; and grows relationships with residents, families, and key referral sources. In her 13 years at Ruth’s House, Bates has focused on personalized care, built strong relationships, created a supportive and welcoming environment, and enhanced the resident experience.

On July 31, the Massachusetts Assisted Living Assoc. honored Andrea Bates, Sales and Marketing director at Ruth’s House Assisted Living, at its annual Excellence Awards Dinner with the 2024 Sales and Marketing Award

On July 31, the Massachusetts Assisted Living Assoc. honored Andrea Bates, Sales and Marketing director at Ruth’s House Assisted Living, at its annual Excellence Awards Dinner with the 2024 Sales and Marketing Award

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Women of Impact Nominations

Through Sept. 2: BusinessWest is now accepting nominations for the seventh annual Women of Impact awards. In 2018, BusinessWest created the Women of Impact program as a way to honor women in the region who are making an impact and creating positive change. Women of Impact was chosen as the name for the program because, while nominees can hail from the world of business, they can also emerge from other realms, such as the nonprofit community, public service, law enforcement, education, social work, the mentorship community, a combination of these — in short, we’re recognizing inspirational women on any level. Since its inception, the women honored through this program have been successful, inspiring, and most importantly, impactful. Consider nominating someone for this prestigious award. Nominations for the class of 2024 are due by Monday, Sept. 2 at 5 p.m., and the honorees will be announced in the Oct. 14 issue of BusinessWest. Nominations should be written with one underlying mission: to explain why the individual in question is, indeed, a woman of impact. Visit businesswest.com/women-of-impact-nominations for additional information and a nomination form. The 2024 Women of Impact presenting sponsors are Country Bank and TommyCar Auto Group. For more information, call Natasha Mercado-Santana, Marketing and Events manager, at (413) 781-8600, ext. 100, or email [email protected].

 

Super 60 Nominations

Through Sept. 13: The Springfield Regional Chamber announced that nominations are open through Sept. 13 for its annual Super 60 event. This year, Super 60 will continue to honor businesses and nonprofit organizations within Hampden and Hampshire counties that have demonstrated significant achievements and impactful contributions. Winners will be honored at the Super 60 2024 Awards Luncheon on Friday, Nov. 8 at the MassMutual Center. Super 60 seeks to recognize and celebrate businesses that have achieved unprecedented success throughout their tenure and made significant contributions to the region, as well as nonprofit organizations that have displayed selfless dedication to serving the community through exceptional programming and support. This year, the chamber will feature Tania Barber, CEO of Caring Health Center, as its keynote speaker. Barber, honored as the 2023 Richard J. Moriarty Citizen of the Year at the chamber’s 2023 annual meeting, has advocated for eliminating health disparities and achieving health equity for the diverse, multi-ethnic communities in Western Mass. The Super 60 2024 categories are Revenue Award, recognizing companies for total revenue in the last fiscal year; Growth Award, recognizing companies for revenue growth over a consecutive three-year period; Start-Up Award, recognizing companies that have been in business for five years or less; Non-Profit Award, recognizing nonprofit organizations based on the percentage of their total spending dedicated to programs; and Give Back Award, recognizing companies that give back to the community, emphasizing the impact of their charitable work and employee engagement in their efforts. For full eligibility guidelines and to submit a nomination, visit springfieldregionalchamber.com/super60.

 

Willpower Foundation Annual Golf Tournament

Sept. 3: The Willpower Foundation announced its annual golf tournament, set to take place at Orchards Golf Club in South Hadley. The tournament is open to all golf enthusiasts, with a registration fee of $125 per person. Participants will enjoy a round of golf, lunch, and opportunities to win prizes. Proceeds from the event will support the Willpower Foundation’s mission to provide financial support to children and families affected by disabilities. In addition to golfers, the Willpower Foundation is actively seeking sponsors to help offset the costs of the tournament. Sponsorship opportunities range from hole sponsorships to event sponsorships, each offering benefits and recognition. Sponsors will have the chance to showcase their commitment to the community and support a worthy cause. For more information on registration and sponsorship opportunities, visit www.willpowerfoundation.org or email Hayley Procon at [email protected].

 

Zonta Club of Quaboag Valley 30th Annual Golf Tournament

Sept. 7: Zonta Club of Quaboag Valley will host its 30th annual golf tournament starting at 8:30 a.m. at Cold Spring Country Club in Belchertown. Whether a seasoned golfer or just looking for a fun day out, everyone is welcome. For $120, participants will enjoy a round of golf, a box lunch, and the chance to win prizes. Proceeds will directly fund scholarships and grants that empower women and girls to overcome challenges and achieve their full potential. Zonta is working to end child marriage, domestic violence, and human trafficking, while also supporting climate justice, education equality, and women in decision-making positions. Sign up at zontaqv.org/golf or call Mary Knight at (413) 323-4806. The organization also welcomes sponsorships from local businesses.

 

Seminar on Terminating Employees

Sept. 11: Elaine Reall, an attorney with the Royal Law Firm, will lead an exploration of the good, the bad, and the ugly surrounding employee terminations. The seminar, which will take place from 8 to 9 a.m. at 33 Elliot St., Springfield, will explore effective strategies to lessen an organization’s exposure to time-consuming administrative agency complaints or legal actions. The first piece of advice: breathe deeply and mentally step away from a ‘personalized’ view of the situation. The cost of the seminar is $30 per person. Payments should be mailed, and checks made payable, to the Royal Law Firm, 33 Elliot St., Springfield, MA 01105. Registration is required, and seating will be limited. Email Heather Child at [email protected] to register or with any questions about the seminar.

 

Downtown Pittsfield Inc. Grand Opening

Sept. 12: Downtown Pittsfield Inc. (DPI) has officially relocated its office location to the heart of downtown Pittsfield at 431 North St., former home of Jan Perry Realty. DPI invites its members and the public to a grand opening and ribbon cutting at 10 a.m. Attendees can enjoy light refreshments and an opportunity to meet DPI staff and board members. The ribbon cutting will be immediately followed by an open house until 5 p.m. DPI is managing the Framework co-working space at 437 North St., offering rentals of semi-private offices, a classroom, and a boardroom to DPI members and the public. Those attending the open house are invited to tour these spaces. Semi-private offices are available for day or monthly rentals. A boardroom rental and multi-use classroom space rental with flexible configurations are available for day rentals with access to a lounge where renters can bring in catering from downtown restaurants.

 

Real-estate Sales Licensing Course

Sept. 16 to Oct. 17: The Realtor Assoc. of Pioneer Valley will sponsor a 40-hour, 14-class, sales licensing course to help individuals prepare for the Massachusetts real-estate salesperson license exam. Tuition is $425 and includes the book and materials. The course curriculum includes property rights, ownership, condos, land use, contracts, deeds, financing, mortgages, real-estate brokerage, appraisal, fair housing, consumer protection, Massachusetts license law, and more. Classes meet on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings from 6 to 9 p.m. at the association office, 221 Industry Ave., Springfield. For an application, visit www.rapv.com or contact Laura Herring at (413) 785-1328 or [email protected].

 

Amherst BID Block Party

Sept. 19: The Amherst Business Improvement District (BID) announced its 11th annual block party will take place from 5 to 9 p.m. on North Pleasant Street in downtown Amherst. This community event promises an evening of fun, entertainment, and celebration of all things Amherst. The annual block party draws thousands of residents and visitors. This year’s event will feature a lineup of live music and performances, showcasing local talent. Attendees can look forward to aerialists, acrobats, stilt walkers, jugglers, and a variety of street performers that will delight audiences of all ages.

 

Party for a Purpose

Sept. 19: With the goal of making sure Square One’s children have a new, state-of-the-art, outdoor learning and playspace, Friends on a Mission will host its annual Party for a Purpose to raise funds for the playground project at Square One’s Tommie Johnson Child & Family Center in Springfield. Now in its second year, Friends on a Mission started with a trio of friends — Bob Perry, Walter Tomala, and the late Jenn Schimmel — who set out to spend time together while giving back to the community. Their inaugural event held last fall raised more than $38,000 for Make-A-Wish of Massachusetts and Rhode Island. With early sponsorship support from PeoplesBank and Meyers Brothers Kalicka, P.C., this year’s Party for a Purpose, featuring cocktails, food, and festivities, will be held at 5:30 p.m. at the Delaney House in Holyoke. Interested sponsors should contact Perry at (413) 530-3787. For tickets, visit www.startatsquareone.org.

 

Cruise for Critters

Sept. 21: The engines are revving for the much-anticipated Cruise for Critters at Westview Farms Creamery. Now in its 12th year, this car show, presented by Al Widlan, owner of Service Connection, is set to once again make a meaningful impact on the lives of pets in need at Second Chance Animal Services. Widlan has championed this event for over a decade, rallying car enthusiasts and compassionate hearts alike to come together for a worthy cause. This year’s Cruise for Critters promises an array of fall-themed activities for attendees of all ages. A vendor fair will offer unique items of all kinds, and the Halloween Barktacular kids’ games will be back, thanks to dedicated Second Chance volunteers. The festivities are set to kick off at 10 a.m. and continue until 3 p.m., featuring food, ice cream, and an assortment of fall attractions that Westview Farms Creamery is known for, from pumpkin picking to navigating through a corn maze. The event will also include live music by the Barberic Band, a raffle, and more. The event is sponsored in part by Ted and Barbara Hebert of Teddy Bear Pools & Spas and by Joe Campisi, a longtime friend of Second Chance. Organizers extend an invitation to local businesses and vendors to support of pets in need. Information on sponsorship opportunities, item donations, and becoming a vendor can be found at secondchanceanimals.org/events/cruise. The event will welcome spectators free of charge. Car enthusiasts are encouraged to take part in the show by contributing a $20 entry fee per vehicle, with every dollar earmarked for the betterment of pets’ lives. A rain date has been set for Saturday, Sept. 28.

People on the Move

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People on the Move
Yvette Frisby

Yvette Frisby

The Urban League of Springfield’s board of directors announced the appointment of Yvette Frisby as the organization’s new president and CEO. The seasoned senior executive is the first woman to lead the organization in its 111-year history. Frisby has been a key figure in the Springfield Urban League for 40 years, having risen through the ranks to serve as senior vice president of Operations & Administrative Services over the past decade. Over the past year, she has served as interim president and CEO before being officially appointed to the role. In addition to her new position, she will also act as executive director of the historic Camp Atwater, the oldest African-American camp in the U.S. Since arriving at the Urban League in 1984, Frisby has held various positions, including office manager, executive assistant to the president’s office, Youth & Education director, Camp Atwater administrator, and Operations & Administration director. She stepped into a senior leadership role in 2003. Frisby holds a master’s degree in organizational management and leadership and a bachelor’s degree in human services from Springfield College. She serves as president of the Greater Springfield Chapter of the Links Inc. and is an adjunct professor at Bay Path University. Additionally, she is a member of the Massachusetts Governor’s Advisory Council for the Advancement of Representation in Education, a commissioner of the Springfield Cultural Council, and an active member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc., Xi Xi Omega Chapter.

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William Dávila

William Dávila

Michael Knapik

Michael Knapik

Anthony Moore Jr

Anthony Moore Jr

The Springfield Technical Community College (STCC) board of trustees welcomed three new members appointed by Gov. Maura Healey. Joining the board are William Dávila, Michael Knapik, and Anthony Moore Jr. A former STCC student, Dávila is vice president of Diversion, Shelter and Housing for the Center for Human Development. He has decades of experience at nonprofit agencies as a practitioner, manager, and senior-level executive administrator. He has served on the boards of the Food Bank of Western Massachusetts, New England Public Media, and the Massachusetts Council on Gaming & Health, and was also recently appointed to the board of directors for Martin Luther King Jr. Family Services. Knapik is vice president of Government and Community Relations at Baystate Health. He will serve as board chair. He is well-known for his public service, including two terms as a state representative for the 4th Hampden District and 18 years as state senator for the 2nd Hampden-Hampshire District. Knapik was also director of the Office of the Governor for the Western Massachusetts Regional Office and executive director of Advancement, Alumni and University Relations for Westfield State University. Moore, director of Membership Programs for the Black Economic Council of Massachusetts, is an STCC graduate. He previously worked for Dunbar Community Center in Springfield, the Urban League of Springfield, as well as the city of Springfield. He has also served as a MassDevelopment Transformative District innovation fellow.

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Kristen Canedy

Kristen Canedy

Greenfield Cooperative Bank announced the promotion of Kristen Canedy to branch manager of its Northfield branch. In this role, she will oversee all branch operations, including customer service and team management. Canedy joined Greenfield Co-op in 2020 as a teller and quickly advanced to the position of head teller. Her strong leadership skills, dedication to exceptional customer service, and in-depth knowledge of the community makes her an ideal fit for this role.

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CoStar Group Inc., a leading provider of commercial real-estate information, analytics, and online marketplaces, announced the CoStar Power Broker Quarterly Deals winners for the second quarter of 2024. William Low Jr. of L&P Commercial came out on top in the list of winners in the Hartford market. The CoStar Power Broker Quarterly Deals winners are determined by the top deals executed every quarter, based on price and square footage. Low has more than 35 years of experience in all areas of commercial real estate, 30 of those helping run a large, nationally affiliated brokerage firm. He founded L&P Commercial five years ago. In addition to the 31,821-square-foot office lease for this award, Low completed a 8,600-square-foot office lease in Westfield as well as the sale of several office and industrial properties in the Springfield area.

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Julia Marko

Julia Marko

Berkshire Museum has appointed Julia Marko as chief Finance officer. She brings a wealth of experience, having most recently served as director of Finance and Operations at BART Charter Public School in Adams since July 2020. Prior to that, she was the business manager at the same institution from January 2017 to July 2020 and worked for several years in the Business Office of Pittsfield Public Schools. She joins the senior leadership team at Berkshire Museum during a pivotal time in its history as the museum prepares for a major renovation project later this year. Her extensive background in managing financial operations and strategic planning will be invaluable as the museum embarks on this transformative journey. Marko’s role will involve leading and managing the museum’s finance and operations functions, including financial accounting, internal controls, facility operations, guest services, the gift shop, HR, IT, and overall operations. Her commitment to the museum’s goals as an inclusive, accessible and diverse institution will be vital in fostering a successful and equitable organization.

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Laramie Coffey

Laramie Coffey

Laramie Coffey of Stillwater, Okla. has joined Eastern States Exposition’s (ESE) Agriculture department as the organization’s livestock program coordinator. She is responsible for coordinating all competitive livestock events during the Big E and year-round shows; developing and maintaining strong working relationships with breed representatives, regional and national associations, and other agricultural fairs; as well as supporting livestock show facilitation, initiatives, and educational programming. Coffey obtained a bachelor’s degree in agricultural sciences and natural resources from Oklahoma State University this past May. She graduated with a major in agricultural communications and minor in agribusiness. She has held livestock internship positions with several agricultural organizations, including Oklahoma Youth Expo, Cattlemen’s Congress, and the New Mexico State Fair. In addition to those experiences, she was a youth activities intern at the American Hereford Assoc., where she assisted the youth department in planning and executing summer activities for more than 800 junior members. Prior to joining the ESE’s full-time staff, Coffey initially came on board as livestock program assistant in a contractor role following her graduation. She most recently worked with the Oklahoma 4-H Foundation as a communications student worker, preparing correspondence mailings, designing social-media graphics tailored to the foundation, creating digital content, and assisting in creating and printing various marketing materials.

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Jason Ortiz

Jason Ortiz

Jason Ortiz recently joined the Royal Law Firm team. He is a business litigation attorney with several years of trial experience, having tried many cases to verdict. Ortiz specializes in commercial litigation, including matters involving construction disputes, eviction matters, insurance defense, and employment matters, as well as other civil disputes. He is a graduate of Utica College (now Utica University) and Western New England University School of Law.

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John and Sandy Maybury have been named co-chairs of Baystate Health’s 2024-25 Rays of Hope. Sandy, a breast-cancer survivor who was recently treated at the D’Amour Center for Cancer Care, and her husband John, former president and now chairperson of Maybury Material Handling in East Longmeadow, have been longtime supporters of Baystate Health and the Rays of Hope. She first started walking 24 years ago to support her best friend who was diagnosed with breast cancer, and the couple has continued their support and dedication through walking, sponsorship, and donating proceeds to Rays of Hope from their annual Maybury Material Handling Car Show. John also supports Baystate as a member of the Baystate Health Foundation board of trustees, which he chaired from 2012 to 2014, helping guide important fundraising initiatives at Baystate Health, including Rays of Hope. He also served on the Baystate Health board of trustees, for which he also held the position of chair from 2019 to 2021. The Mayburys were also honored by Baystate with the Baystate Health Foundation Impact Award at the President’s Evening of Gratitude in 2022. The Impact Award honors individuals who have made an impact on the philanthropic efforts to support Baystate Health.

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Sonia Dinnall

Sonia Dinnall

Sonia Dinnall, the new superintendent of Springfield Public Schools, has been appointed to the Holyoke Community College (HCC) board of trustees by Gov. Maura Healey. Dinnall’s term will run until March 1, 2027. She was named superintendent of Springfield Public Schools in May and is the first woman to hold that position. She previously served as the principal of the Springfield High School of Commerce, executive director of College and Career Readiness for Hartford (Conn.) Public Schools, and supervisor of student support services for Springfield Public Schools. She started her career in education as an eighth-grade science teacher in Forest Park Middle School. Dinnall holds a Ph.D. in educational leadership from Lesley University, a master’s degree in psychology from Westfield State University, a master’s degree in education from the University of Massachusetts, and a bachelor’s degree in biology and psychology from Westfield State.

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The St. Patrick’s Committee of Holyoke announced that its 72nd grand marshal is James Lavelle. The grand marshal is the highest local honor given to a person who has distinguished themselves as a loyal person to their career, their family, and their Irish ancestry. He is the general manager of Holyoke Gas and Electric (HG&E), which provides gas, electric, and telecommunications services to its customers. Through his leadership, HG&E has implemented innovative projects, such as the acquisition of the Holyoke dam and canal system and the development of solar and energy storage, which not only benefit customers and the environment, but have also been recognized through several achievements, including the 2021 and 2023 Utility Transformation Leaderboard by the Smart Electric Power Alliance. Lavelle is a graduate of Holyoke High School and UMass, where he received a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and a master’s degree in business administration. He serves on the boards of several professional associations, including the Municipal Electric Assoc. of Massachusetts, the Northeast Public Power Assoc., PeoplesBank, the Holyoke Chamber of Commerce, as director of the Massachusetts Municipal Wholesale Electric Co., and as director and president of the Holyoke Solar Cooperative and Massachusetts Clean Energy Cooperative. He also enjoys giving back to his community, having served as a trustee for Holyoke Community College, on the finance committee of St. Jerome Parish, on the board for the Greater Holyoke YMCA, and as coach for Holyoke Youth Football and Holyoke YMCA Basketball.

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Denise Clark

Denise Clark

Robyn Michaud

Robyn Michaud

bankESB recently promoted two employees to senior assistant branch manager. Denise Clark has nearly 13 years of banking experience. She joined bankESB in 2011 as a teller and was most recently assistant branch manager of its 85 Broad St., Westfield office. She earned a bachelor’s degree in art from Westfield State University and currently volunteers for Westfield on Weekends and the Kiwanis Club of Westfield. Robyn Michaud has six years of banking experience and joined bankESB in 2018 as a teller. She was previously assistant branch manager of its 605 Granby Road, South Hadley office. She earned a certificate in branch management from the Massachusetts Bankers Assoc. Michaud currently volunteers for Westfield on Weekends and Veterans in the Park, and enjoys attending local chamber events.

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Country Bank’s board of directors announced the appointment of Ted Noonan as vice chair of its board of directors. At its June meeting, the board recognized Noonan’s extensive experience and leadership qualities, which are expected to significantly contribute to the bank’s continued success. Noonan, elected to the board in 2018, is president of Noonan Energy, a 135-year-old energy company based in Springfield. With his proven track record, Noonan has demonstrated his ability to navigate complex challenges and drive growth. His appointment as vice chair reflects the bank’s commitment to fostering strong leadership and strategic decision making. In addition to his role as vice chair, Noonan also serves on the board of investment, where he brings his expertise in financial management and investment strategies. Furthermore, he holds the chair of the board risk committee, highlighting his dedication to ensuring the bank’s stability and security. He also serves on the boards of YMCA of Greater Springfield, the Massachusetts Energy Marketers Assoc., the National Energy and Fuels Institute, and the National Oil Heat Research Alliance.

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Sara Vincent

Sara Vincent

American International College (AIC) announced the appointment of Sara Vincent as assistant vice president for Admissions and Financial Aid. She brings more than a decade of experience in higher education and a proven track record in fundraising, alumni engagement, legislative relations, and enrollment management. Before joining AIC, Vincent most recently served as regional director of Recruitment, Community Outreach, and Admissions at Connecticut State Community College. Before that, she was director of Strategic Enrollment Management at Manchester Community College in Connecticut. She earned her doctor of education degree in educational leadership with a focus on student affairs from Central Connecticut State University, where she also obtained a master’s degree in communication. She earned her bachelor’s degree in communication from the University of Connecticut.

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Scott Foulis

Scott Foulis

American International College (AIC) named Scott Foulis interim Athletics director for the 2024-25 academic year. Foulis joined AIC in August 2022 as assistant athletic director for compliance. In this role, he ensured that the college’s athletic teams adhered to the rules of NCAA membership and met the requirements of the conferences to which AIC belongs, with a primary focus on the Northeast-10 Conference. He was also responsible for managing certifications for student-athletes and overseeing all other aspects of compliance. Additionally, he served as the sport oversight for several of AIC’s teams and worked on projects to support student-athletes academically. Before joining AIC, Foulis spent more than two decades coaching women’s basketball at the NCAA Division I and III levels. He served as an assistant coach with the women’s basketball team at Amherst College during the 2021-22 season, helping the team reach the 2022 NCAA Division III Final Four. Prior to Amherst, he was the associate head women’s basketball coach at Brandeis University from 2007 to 2021, where, in addition to his coaching duties, he taught classes in the Physical Education department. Foulis also held coaching positions at Springfield College, Bucknell University, UMass, and the University of Rhode Island. While at Springfield, he served as a graduate assistant in athletic administration and worked in the Athletics department at Western New England College. He holds an undergraduate degree in sport management from UMass Amherst and a master’s degree in athletic administration from Springfield College.

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Dean Sanpei

Dean Sanpei

Baystate Health announced that Dean Sanpei has joined the organization as senior vice president and chief strategy officer. With more than 20 years of experience, Sanpei is an experienced leader in healthcare strategy and business development, with strong legislative acumen as a former state representative in Utah. Most recently, he served as chief strategy officer at Centura Health, a network of 25 hospitals, 5,000 physicians, and ambulatory-care settings in Colorado, Kansas, and Utah. At Centura, he led enterprise strategic planning and implementation, service-line development, revenue growth, and the crafting and passage of state public policy that significantly expanded health-insurance coverage in the state. Prior to Centura, Sanpei spent almost two decades working in strategy for Intermountain Health, nationally renowned for integrated delivery-system development, value- and risk-based care, and clinical outcomes. While at Intermountain, he was also a Utah state representative, serving his constituents by leading the appropriations process, including transitioning the Medicaid program to accountable care and population health. He has a bachelor’s degree from the University of Hawaii and a master of public administration degree from Brigham Young University.

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Robbie Captain

Robbie Captain

Governors America Corp. (GAC), a veteran-owned, Massachusetts-based, global manufacturer of innovative engine-control products, recently welcomed Robbie Captain as its new manager, National and International Sales and Distribution. With two decades of experience in the industrial engine marketspace, he will be responsible for managing the sales aspect of GAC’s distribution network both nationally and internationally. Captain joins GAC from Enovation Controls, where he spent the past five years in sales, with two years as a sales team manager. He brings extensive experience in engine and machine controls, monitoring systems, and harnessing, with expertise spanning from mechanical engines to the latest electronic stage-V diesel engines. He is a 2005 graduate of Spartan College of Aeronautics in Tulsa, Okla. with a bachelor’s degree in aviation technology management.

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Edward Jones Financial Advisor Laura Townes announced that a new financial advisor, Jennifer Ewers, has joined her office at 6 Market St. in Northampton. “I’m looking forward to working with Laura Townes and Joanne Saraiva and meeting investors in this area,” Ewers said. “I admire their commitment to doing what’s right for clients, and I believe working with them will make me a better financial advisor.”

Company Notebook

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Company Notebook

Peter Pan Takes Over Northeast Megabus Routes

SPRINGFIELD — Peter Pan Bus Lines and Megabus have announced a partnership that will result in Peter Pan taking over all the Megabus routes in the northeast and mid-Atlantic states. Peter Pan will now operate those routes 24/7, including service to Washington, D.C.; Baltimore; White Marsh, Md.; and Philadelphia, and connecting passengers to the 100 destinations the company already serves. In preparation, Peter Pan has reduced fares by close to 40%, hired 75 new drivers, and purchased 45 new buses. The entire fleet of Peter Pan’s modern buses includes better-designed seats, video, and Wi-Fi. The company has also relaunched its app, enabling passengers to easily book their trips in advance and featuring its PERKs program, through which users can earn free travel. The company also recently announced a partnership with Trailways and a strategic alliance with Amtrak. It actively forms relationships with ride services like Uber and Lyft to make all aspects of travel it controls or can influence more reliable and affordable.

 

New Straddle Coaster Coming to Six Flags in 2025

AGAWAM — Six Flags New England announced a new roller coaster for the 2025 season, called Quantum Accelerator. The park’s 12th coaster will be the first dual-launch straddle coaster in New England. Riders will mount a steampunk-themed hoverbike vehicle, straddling the seat and gripping handlebars as they lean forward. The ride will begin with a launch, propelling riders into a series of twists, turns, and ground-hugging curves. Midway through the ride, a second launch will accelerate the vehicle to 45 mph. Quantum Accelerator will feature more than 2,600 feet of track and 11 moments of airtime.

 

Cannabis Delivery Business Opens in Holyoke

HOLYOKE — Blossom Flower, a fully licensed cannabis delivery operation located at 1 Cabot St., Holyoke, is now open. The new, Latina-owned business is spearheaded by Damaris Aponte, who has deep roots in Holyoke. As she embarks on this journey, she will have family by her side as her son, Dashaun Goodman, has also come on board. Aponte grew up in Holyoke in the ’80s and ’90s and has established herself as a local leader, volunteering her time through outreach for literacy and financial education, organizing street cleanups, and supporting nonprofit organizations in Holyoke and surrounding communities. She is a graduate of the Commonwealth’s second social equity program and has tirelessly worked to bring Blossom Flower to fruition.

 

Spot On Storage Expands to North Adams

NORTH ADAMS — Spot On Storage is now open at 230 Hodges Cross Road in North Adams. This is the second location for Spot On Storage, with the first facility located in Catskill, N.Y. The project was developed by Vanguard-Fine, LLC. The facility totals 61,900 square feet and offers 462 rentable storage units, temperature-controlled and standard units in different sizes, as well as vehicle, RV, and boat storage. There is computerized gate access and a camera surveillance system as well as a professional manager on site. The property is located adjacent to Cumberland Farms at the intersection of Route 8 and Hodges Cross Road and near the Super Walmart. Spot On Storage is a partnership by Barry Feinman, Ben Feinman, Sam Feinman, and Kenneth Brownell of Vanguard-Fine, LLC of Albany, N.Y. The firm specializes in retail, warehouse, and self-storage development in addition to the brokerage division, which is licensed in New York, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut.

 

GCC Awarded $200,000 for Clean-energy Training Programs

GREENFIELD — Greenfield Community College (GCC) has been awarded a $200,000 planning grant from the Department of Energy Industrial Training and Assessment Centers to develop new clean-energy training programs in industrial machine maintenance and mechatronics. This initiative, in collaboration with regional manufacturers, industry experts, and community partners, aims to address the growing demand for skilled workers in these fields. Three local manufacturing companies provided letters of support for the project, including BETE Performance Spray Engineering and Ames Electrical Consulting Inc., both located in Greenfield, and Worthington Assembly, located in South Deerfield. This grant is part of the Department of Energy’s Office of Manufacturing and Energy Supply Chains initiative, designed to bolster American manufacturing competitiveness and promote economic growth and mobility.

 

Girl Scouts Receive $15,000 Grant from Davis Foundation

HOLYOKE — Girl Scouts of Central and Western Massachusetts (GSCWM) announced the continued investment by the Irene E. & George A. Davis Foundation through a $15,000 grant in support of It’s A Girls World, one of the community-based programs Girl Scouts offers. The afterschool program engages Hampden County girls in grades K-6 in STEM, financial literacy, and health and personal wellness topics. The Girl Scout Leadership Experience is a collection of engaging, challenging, and fun activities for girls to develop a strong sense of self, display positive values, seek challenges, learn from setbacks, form and maintain healthy relationships, and learn to identify and solve problems in their community. The support of contributors such as the Irene E. & George A. Davis Foundation — which supports a variety of nonprofit organizations seeking to improve the quality of lives for those living in Hampden County — makes this possible.

 

Monson Savings Supports Community Organizations

MONSON — Monson Savings Bank President and CEO Dan Moriarty recently met with members of the East Longmeadow Veterans Memorial Committee to present it with a $2,000 donation on behalf of the bank. The donation was made to support the construction of a veterans memorial in front of the town’s Senior Center at 328 North Main St. This is the second contribution the bank has made to this effort over the past few years, bringing its total contributions to $12,000. The East Longmeadow Veterans Memorial Committee was formed in 2017 with the mission of constructing a memorial in front of the East Longmeadow Senior Center. Monson Savings Bank also announced that it was a full season sponsor of the Miracle League of Western Massachusetts’s 2023 season, donating $1,000 to the local organization. The Miracle League of Western Massachusetts, formed in 2015, is a baseball league for children ages 4-19 with physical and/or cognitive disabilities, giving children of all abilities the chance to play baseball, be a part of a team, and have fun.

Incorporations

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Incorporations

The following business incorporations were recorded in Hampden, Hampshire and Franklin counties and are the latest available. They are listed by community.

AGAWAM

AJ Capital Inc., 417 Springfield St., Agawam, MA 01030. Alex Vilkhovoy, same. Real-estate investment.

BELCHERTOWN

East Hampton Mission Taco Inc., 24 Nathaniel Way, Belchertown, MA 01007. Walter Pacheco, same. Restaurant.

CHICOPEE

Iglesia Voz De Restauracion Inc., 264 Exchange St., Chicopee, MA 01013. Natanael Ayala, same. Christian Pentecostal church.

EAST LONGMEADOW

Hanley Anesthesia, P.C., 216 Canterbury Circle, East Longmeadow, MA 01028. David Hanley, same. Nurse anesthetist.

FEEDING HILLS

PXP Inc., 490 South West St., Feeding Hills, MA 01030. Paul Pavluk, same. Long-distance transportation services.

HOLYOKE

Blue Fox Brands – Massachusetts Inc., 1 Cabot St., Holyoke, MA 01040. Konstantinos Marselis, same. Property leasing.

Team Western MA Police Cyclists Inc., 35 Bayberry Dr., Holyoke, MA 01040. Thomas Lamica, same. Raises awareness of law-enforcement officers who have died in the line of duty and raises funds for the National Law Enforcement Museum.

LEE

Just Go Within Inc., 165 Stockbridge Road, Lee, MA 01238. Paulo Caserta, same. Nonprofit organization providing educational free videos that empower individuals to understand their interaction styles so that they can become better leaders within their workplaces, families, and communities.

LUDLOW

Born Again Ministry Inc., 123 Hubbard St., Ludlow, MA 01056. Nivan Felisberto Pinto, same. Nonprofit organization whose purpose is to be an active fellowship of biblically based, local churches and believers united for the operation of an effective camp ministry.

NORTHAMPTON

Kapstone Clinics Inc., 2 Strong Ave., Northampton, MA 01060. Peter Corbett, 43 West Pelham Road, Shutesbury, MA 01072. Deals in real and personal property.

PITTSFIELD

CNBIO Inc., 82 Wendell Ave., Suite 100, Pittsfield, MA 01201. Mingzhu Wang, same. Biotech business.

Family Financial Solutions Group Inc., 82 Wendell Ave., Suite 100, Pittsfield, MA 01201. David Cheatham, 1121 East Main St., #430, St. Charles, IL 60174. Insurance brokerage.

JEL Construction Inc., 31 Wendell Ave., Pittsfield, MA 01201. Jahir Lopez Celaya, same. Construction of residential homes.

Qumo Computing Inc., 82 Wendell Ave., Suite 100, Pittsfield, MA 01201. Kam Chana, same. Development of scientific software for industries including life sciences.

State of Being Inc., 82 Wendell Ave., Suite 100, Pittsfield, MA 01201. Joe Hakim, same. Nonprofit organized exclusively for educational and spiritual purposes, including spiritual and energetic wellness services, promoting holistic healing practices, and fostering community engagement and personal growth.

SOUTH HADLEY

Windfleet Inc., 1 Eagle Dr., South Hadley, MA 01075. Sarib Nawaz, same. Dispatch service.

SPRINGFIELD

681 College Highway Inc., 63 Woodcrest Road, Springfield, MA 01129. Joginder Singh, same. Applying for license with CCC.

Columbus Italian American Organization Inc., 13-15 Winthrop St., Springfield, MA 01105. Salvatore Circosta, 24 Burlington St., Springfield, MA 01108. Nonprofit corporation established to promote the Columbus Italian American Organization as well as Italian and Catholic culture.

Robleros Seamless Gutters and Screen Inc., 15 Grant St., Apt. 1, Springfield, MA 01109. Hersali Alvarado Roblero, same. Residential and commercial gutter installation and cleaning of gutters.

WESTFIELD

Westfield Pride Inc., 105 Elm St., Westfield, MA 01085. Katheryn Bradford, 3 Grand St., Westfield, MA 01085. Purpose is to celebrate, support, and honor Westfield’s LGBTQIA community.

WEST SPRINGFIELD

Valley Wellness P.C., 900 Riverdale St., Suite 205, West Springfield, MA 01089. Meaghan Quist, same. Psychiatric mental-health services.

Doing Business as Certificates

By
DBA Certificates

The following business certificates and/or trade names were issued or renewed during the month of August 2024.

AMHERST

Amethyst Farm Equestrian
89 North East St.
Bernard Brennan

Amherst Healing Arts
409 Main St., #211
Elya Rowa

Amherst Meditation Services
417 West St., Suite 110
Oran Kaufman

Building Bridges at the Great Falls
16 High St., Apt. B
Elyssa Serrilli

Celia Riahi
135 Cottage St.
Celia Riahi

The Center for Cross-Cultural Study Inc.
433 West St., Suite 8
Michelle Duran Ruiz

Enterprise Rent-A-Car
213 College St.
CAMRAC LLC

Hampshire Hospitality Group
220 North Pleasant St.
Amherst Development Associates LLC

Lala Siqueira
230 West St.
Gladys Siqueira

Manu’s Indian Kitchen
121 North Pleasant St.
Kelson Ting, Manu Raju

Munch More
Kendrick Park, East Pleasant Street
Ahmed Hassanein

Resonance Hot Yoga & Massage
181A University Dr.
Michael Shick

Valley Nutrition Counseling
11 Trillium Way
Fatemeh Giahi

BELCHERTOWN

Lubas Plumbing
35 Nathaniel Way
Nathan Lubas

Morning Glory Bread
350 North Washington St.
Amanda Gorham

Personalized Service Insurance Agency
21 Maplecrest Dr.
Caroleanne Donoghue

Reflections Auto Restoration
274 Michael Sears Road
Duane Wilson, Krista Wilson

Wholehearted Home Staging
112 North St.
Kimberly Sizelove

HADLEY

Chili’s Bar and Grill
426 Russell St.
Pepper Dining Inc.

DESCO
200 Venture Way
Diagnostic Equipment Service Corp.

Elite Tae Kwon Do
367 Russell St.
Jung Lee

Firefly Drones
15 Bristol Lane
Thomas Valley

relaks.
108 Russell St.
Sam Winning

SME2
15 Aqua Vitae Road
SME Squared LLC

Thuraya Anastas Cable
245 Russell St.
Thuraya Anastas Cable

SOUTH HADLEY

Erin Havens Consulting
3 Lloyd St.
Erin Havens

Ingth Design
356 Granby Road
Donald Peltier

Philanobridge
7 Ingram St.
Bianca Walker

Rachel Thomas Psychiatry
130 College St., Suite 203
Rachel McArdle

Reed Construction
41 Kendrick St.
Thomas Reed

Saigon Chef
481 Newton St.
Saigon Chef

Twisted Sisters Mobile Bar
11 Berwyn St. Ext.
Twisted Sisters Mobile Bar

SOUTHWICK

On Demand Home Repair
342 North Loomis St.
Dennis Palmer

Peppermill Catering LLC
108 Congamond Road
Cathy Gendreau

Roses and Remedies LLC
535B College Highway
Jacquelynn Allen

Vining Hill Equestrian Center
529 College Highway
Nicholas Riccitelli

Violets Garden Family Daycare
11 Salem Road
Kelly Clendenin

WESTFIELD

Bright Believers
Cynthia Hughes
45 Barrister Circle

Byrne Culinary Solutions
Terry Byrne
94 Sackett Road

Dunkin’ Donuts – East Main Street
Southwick Road Donuts Inc.
625 East Main St.

Dunkin’ Donuts – Main Street
Vila Franca Donuts Inc.
93 Main St.

Dunkin’ Donuts – North Elm Street
Villa Franca Donuts Inc.
127 North Elm St.

Dunkin’ Donuts – North Elm Street
Westfield Donuts Inc.
439 North Elm St.

Dunkin’ Donuts – North Road
Southwick Road Donuts Inc
1056 North Road

Dunkin’ Donuts – Southwick Road
Southwick Road Donuts Inc.
21 Southwick Road

Electric Motor Service Sales
M2R Services LLC
15 Progress Ave.

Fashion Plus
Charish Carter, Althea Carter
83A Main St.

Greater Baystate Chess
Gaetano Bompastore
60 Broad St.

Hampden Armaments
Nicholas Morganelli IV
36 Union Ave.

Hangar Charity Golf Tournament
Angela Vazquez
29 School St.

Heaven Haven Services
Carrissa Cote
33 Klondike Ave.

Hues Nail Bar LLC
Phong Ly
246 Elm St.

JKOZ Enterprises
Jake Kosmider
117 Ridgrecrest Dr.

The Kingdom Co.
Tai’le Beckford-Oprecht
120 Franklin St.

Martins Basketball Inc.
Nathan Martins
33 Lindbergh Blvd.

Ruby Gems and Minerals
Mohammed Pihiletenne
126 Union St., #205

That Infinite Fire
Vincas Kozica
1029 North Road, #1051

WEST SPRINGFIELD

Armor Bearer Sports
100 Myron St.
Dominich LLC

Audi West Springfield
434 Memorial Ave.
Audi West Springfield

Carstar Fathers & Sons Collision
161 Bridge St.
Carstar Fathers & Sons Collision

Colmatt Associates
50 Wishing Well Way
Colmatt Associates

The Courtyards Apartments
1139 Westfield St.
The Courtyards Apartments

Fresh Mart
753 Union St., Units A-B
Fresh Mart

G&G Floors
203 Circuit Ave., Unit DES
G&G Floors

Harten Financial
1252 Elm St., Suite 7
Harten Financial

Mind Body & Skin
117 River St.
Mind Body & Skin

Misc Productions
1111 Westfield St., Apt. B6
Misc Productions

North East Specialty Group
148 Doty Circle, #148
North East Specialty Group

Rehab Resolutions
1111 Elm St.
Results in Wellness

U-Haul Co. of Western Massachusetts and Vermont
380 Union St., Suite 27
U-Haul Co. of Massachusetts and Ohio Inc.

Vereniz Cestarys the Curly Cop
33 Westfield St.
Vereniz Cestarys the Curly Cop

Volvo Cars West Springfield
989 Memorial Ave.
Volvo Cars West Springfield

Bankruptcies

By
Bankruptcies

The following bankruptcy petitions were recently filed in U.S. Bankruptcy Court. Readers should confirm all information with the court.

Axton, Michael
70 Greenwood Ter., Unit 6026C
Chicopee, MA 01022
Chapter: 13
Date: 07/23/2024

Ayala, Vanessa Marie
415 Porter Lake Dr.
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Chapter: 7
Date: 07/26/2024

Barron, JoAnne
34 Doe Valley Road
Athol, MA 01331
Chapter: 7
Date: 07/19/2024

Bigelow, Mark E.
390 West Hawley Road
Hawley, MA 01339
Chapter: 13
Date: 07/19/2024

Blaine, Frances J.
149 Melville St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Chapter: 7
Date: 07/27/2024

Charvis, Sherry
136 Elmore Ave.
Springfield, MA 01119
Chapter: 7
Date: 07/24/2024

Duong, Bao Ngoc
40 Waterman Ave.
East Longmeadow, MA 01028-1729
Chapter: 7
Date: 07/28/2024

Earle, Peter K.
18 Kosior Dr.
Hadley, MA 01035
Chapter: 13
Date: 07/22/2024

Erickson, Kasey Alexander
22 Abbott St.
Greenfield, MA 01301
Chapter: 7
Date: 07/26/2024

Garcia, Jules A.
2 Center St.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Chapter: 7
Date: 07/20/2024

Gazda, Cindi
21 Jennifer Dr.
Granby, MA 01033
Chapter: 13
Date: 07/30/2024

Goshen Cabins
Pratt, Deborah Anne
Pearson, Deborah A.
Elgers, Deborah A.
8A Berkshire Trail East
Williamsburg, MA 01096
Chapter: 7
Date: 07/22/2024

Gray, Melissa
267 Abbott St.
Springfield, MA 01118
Chapter: 13
Date: 07/26/2024

Griswold, Tammy L.
1079 East Mountain Road
Westfield, MA 01085
Chapter: 7
Date: 07/30/2024

Haas, Anthony John
831 Morgan Road
West Springfield, MA 01089
Chapter: 7
Date: 07/25/2024

Hancock, Justin P.
48 Oakland St.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Chapter: 7
Date: 07/26/2024

Hernandez-Muniz, Marco A.
292 Allen St.
Hampden, MA 01036
Chapter: 7
Date: 07/17/2024

Hofmann, Fay Bertha
18 Little Ave.
Greenfield, MA 01301
Chapter: 7
Date: 07/30/2024

Innis, Gideon RA
47 Grand St.
Springfield, MA 01108
Chapter: 13
Date: 07/25/2024

Katz, Rachel Elizabeth
12 Beech St.
Greenfield, MA 01301
Chapter: 7
Date: 07/26/2024

Kennedy, John A.
Kennedy, Hannah E.
85 Eastern Promenade
Holyoke, MA 01040
Chapter: 7
Date: 07/19/2024

LaPlante, Roberta J.
169 Bates Road
Westfield, MA 01085
Chapter: 7
Date: 07/17/2024

Lashway, Christopher J.
16 Sandhill Road
Amherst, MA 01002
Chapter: 7
Date: 07/22/2024

Lavender, Jestine
114 Lucerne Road
Springfield, MA 01119
Chapter: 13
Date: 07/19/2024

Lester, Donna M.
23 Joanne Road
Springfield, MA 01119
Chapter: 7
Date: 07/29/2024

Martinez, Lisette
a/k/a Maulucci, Lisette
390 New Ludlow Road
Chicopee, MA 01020
Chapter: 7
Date: 07/30/2024

Novicki, Dennis M.
PO Box 58
Oakham, MA 01068
Chapter: 7
Date: 07/24/2024

Phan, Vuong M.
102 Garden St.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Chapter: 7
Date: 07/17/2024

Raskevitz, Rebecca Lynne
P.O. Box 82
North Hatfield, MA 01066
Chapter: 7
Date: 07/26/2024

Roncarati, Henry William
309 Parker St.
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Chapter: 13
Date: 07/29/2024

Reed, Judith A.
91 Colonial Village
Amherst, MA 01002
Chapter: 7
Date: 07/17/2024

Scalona, Cherie A.
a/k/a Scalona-Dumoulin, Cherie A.
37 Clinton Ave., Apt. 5R
Holyoke, MA 01040
Chapter: 7
Date: 07/30/2024

Scott, Sr., Richard
1038 Sumner Ave.
Springfield, MA 01108
Chapter: 13
Date: 07/22/2024

Soares, Teresa A.
56 Barber St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Chapter: 13
Date: 07/26/2024

Strout, Kristie L.
271 Pheland St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Chapter: 7
Date: 07/17/2024

Venne, Caroline
31 Randall St.
Palmer, MA 01069
Chapter: 13
Date: 07/25/2024

Walhovd, Laurie A.
Walhovd, Ronald H.
19 Crescent Circle
Southwick, MA 01077
Chapter: 7
Date: 07/22/2024

Winiewicz, Kathleen A.
26 Allen Crest Dr.
Hampden, MA 01036
Chapter: 7
Date: 07/27/2024

Wright, Kaitlyn S.
100 Wilson Ave.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Chapter: 7
Date: 07/25/2024

Real Estate Transactions

By
Real Estate

The following real estate transactions (latest available) were compiled by Banker & Tradesman and are published as they were received. Only transactions exceeding $115,000 are listed. Buyer and seller fields contain only the first name listed on the deed.

FRANKLIN COUNTY

Bernardston

43 Martindale Road
Bernardston, MA 01337
Amount: $396,475
Buyer: Grantwood Union LLC
Seller: Roger S. Buzzell Int.
Date: 08/01/24

BUCKLAND

69 Conway St.
Buckland, MA 01370
Amount: $350,000
Buyer: Holding Cell LLC
Seller: Buckland Town Select
Date: 07/25/24

COLRAIN

185 East Colrain Road
Colrain, MA 01340
Amount: $590,000
Buyer: Popick-Showe LT
Seller: Charleen R. Payne
Date: 08/02/24

5 Gilbert Dr.
Colrain, MA 01340
Amount: $575,000
Buyer: Dale Schweppe
Seller: Edward S. Stamas INT
Date: 07/24/24

CONWAY

25 Main St.
Conway, MA 01341
Amount: $313,000
Buyer: Luke Toritto
Seller: Melryn Property LLC
Date: 07/31/24

DEERFIELD

12 Braeburn Road
Deerfield, MA 01373
Amount: $319,000
Buyer: Diane Grybko
Seller: Chester A. Mleczko
Date: 07/24/24

ERVING

41 Forest St.
Erving, MA 01344
Amount: $390,000
Buyer: Nicole Milazzo
Seller: Jeanine M. Dibari
Date: 07/22/24

GILL

33 French King Hwy.
Gill, MA 01354
Amount: $363,000
Buyer: Ashlee N. Colwell
Seller: Joseph C. Yukl
Date: 07/30/24

GREENFIELD

788 Bernardston Road
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $575,000
Buyer: Jennifer S. Bryan
Seller: Harlan J. Smith RET
Date: 08/01/24

111 Burnham Road
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $580,000
Buyer: Sarah A. Madison
Seller: Adam R. Martin
Date: 08/01/24

227 Deerfield St.
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $160,000
Buyer: Rcf2 Acquisition TR
Seller: Jean M. Raymond
Date: 07/29/24

194 High St.
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $397,500
Buyer: Andrew R. Varnon
Seller: Elizabeth A. Pease
Date: 07/22/24

385 High St.
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $190,000
Buyer: King Triton Properties LLC
Seller: Lorna E. Sevene
Date: 08/02/24

18 Homestead Ave.
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $305,000
Buyer: Dmitriy Komerzan
Seller: Holly Rowell
Date: 08/01/24

81-83 Hope St.
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $315,000
Buyer: Jeffrey Remillard
Seller: House Hack Helpers LLC
Date: 08/02/24

95 Laurel St.
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $7,250,000
Buyer: 95 Laurel Realty LLC
Seller: 95 Laurel Propco LLC
Date: 07/26/24

108 Maple St.
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $306,000
Buyer: Elsa A. Cousins
Seller: Andrew R. Varnon
Date: 07/22/24

61 Madison Circle
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $450,000
Buyer: Harlan J. Smith RET
Seller: Anne R. George
Date: 08/01/24

115 Main St.
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $225,000
Buyer: Stonewall Entities LLC
Seller: Sandri Realty Inc.
Date: 08/01/24

260 Silver St.
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $390,000
Buyer: Evens & Rose LLC
Seller: Van Brothers Co. LLC
Date: 08/01/24

HEATH

31 Flagg Hill Road
Heath, MA 01346
Amount: $255,000
Buyer: Michelle Schuyler
Seller: Mary A. Arsenault
Date: 07/23/24

MONTAGUE

90 4th St.
Montague, MA 01376
Amount: $235,000
Buyer: Christopher M. Allen
Seller: Turners Falls RT
Date: 07/22/24

39 Grove St.
Montague, MA 01376
Amount: $322,043
Buyer: Hayden B. Stebbins
Seller: USA Housing Urban Development
Date: 07/24/24

6 Spring St.
Montague, MA 01376
Amount: $212,500
Buyer: Al Foss
Seller: Lillian S. Prunier
Date: 07/26/24

NORTHFIELD

291 Birnam Road
Northfield, MA 01360
Amount: $305,000
Buyer: Pierre Boudreault
Seller: Thomas Aquinas College
Date: 07/31/24

148 Main St.
Northfield, MA 01360
Amount: $344,500
Buyer: Hunter A. Hillock
Seller: Kenneth N. Rogers
Date: 07/26/24

783 Millers Falls Road
Northfield, MA 01360
Amount: $449,000
Buyer: David Warner
Seller: Stephen J. Aubin
Date: 08/01/24

14 Pentecost Road
Northfield, MA 01360
Amount: $580,000
Buyer: Peter F. Esche
Seller: Celine Chabot Hall RET
Date: 08/02/24

89 Wanamaker Road
Northfield, MA 01360
Amount: $405,000
Buyer: Richard P. Bingham
Seller: Lorraine S. Brennan
Date: 08/02/24

188 Warwick Road
Northfield, MA 01360
Amount: $305,000
Buyer: Jay Avery
Seller: Roger L. Augustine
Date: 07/31/24

ORANGE

25 Benham St.
Orange, MA 01364
Amount: $200,000
Buyer: Katalex Properties LLC
Seller: Michael E. Gelinas
Date: 07/26/24

78 Cheney St.
Orange, MA 01364
Amount: $160,298
Buyer: 1900 Capital TII
Seller: Ellen L. Adams
Date: 07/31/24

233 North Main St.
Orange, MA 01364
Amount: $245,000
Buyer: Andrew Marte
Seller: Rachael A. Riggs
Date: 07/26/24

68 Prospect St.
Orange, MA 01364
Amount: $240,000
Buyer: Hadyn Patenaude
Seller: Jacob Johnson
Date: 07/24/24

SHUTESBURY

Schoolhouse Road, Lot 10
Shutesbury, MA 01072
Amount: $185,000
Buyer: Krista Larsen
Seller: A&N Carr Associates LLC
Date: 07/30/24

Schoolhouse Road, Lot 9
Shutesbury, MA 01072
Amount: $185,000
Buyer: Krista Larsen
Seller: A&N Carr Associates LLC
Date: 07/30/24

SUNDERLAND

9 Bureks Cross Road
Sunderland, MA 01375
Amount: $450,000
Buyer: Jared N. Woodard
Seller: Clifford V. Bowen
Date: 07/22/24

232 Russell St.
Sunderland, MA 01375
Amount: $600,000
Buyer: Dylan T. Fil
Seller: Samantha C. Pelis
Date: 07/23/24

132 Russell St.
Sunderland, MA 01375
Amount: $460,000
Buyer: Peter Laznicka
Seller: Frederick W. Strong
Date: 07/30/24

406 Russell St.
Sunderland, MA 01375
Amount: $415,000
Buyer: Robert Madorsky
Seller: Jjk Investments LLC
Date: 07/24/24

WARWICK

29 Athol Road
Warwick, MA 01378
Amount: $375,000
Buyer: Katherine A. Curts
Seller: Stephen P. Johnson
Date: 07/31/24

142 Flower Hill Road
Warwick, MA 01378
Amount: $360,000
Buyer: David W. Beach
Seller: Flower Hill TR
Date: 07/31/24

HAMPDEN COUNTY

AGAWAM

38 Damato Way
Agawam, MA 01001
Amount: $700,000
Buyer: Jacob R. Duffus
Seller: Hailley K. King
Date: 08/02/24

22 Janelle Dr.
Agawam, MA 01001
Amount: $520,000
Buyer: Peter Cellucci
Seller: Joseph A. Cirelli
Date: 07/22/24

29 Kathy Ter.
Agawam, MA 01030
Amount: $370,500
Buyer: Alvin D. Ruiz-Alvarado
Seller: Erhan Turkyilmaz
Date: 07/26/24

91 Mill St.
Agawam, MA 01001
Amount: $330,000
Buyer: Gonca Y. Sarikcioglu
Seller: Gorete S. Goncalves
Date: 07/29/24

309 Rowley St.
Agawam, MA 01001
Amount: $191,000
Buyer: Coalie RT
Seller: Harry H. Protzenko
Date: 07/30/24

1341 Suffield St.
Agawam, MA 01001
Amount: $170,000
Buyer: Coalie RT
Seller: Carla R. Cooper
Date: 07/31/24

43 Westview Lane
Agawam, MA 01030
Amount: $765,000
Buyer: Dinesh Patel
Seller: Kirna Patel
Date: 07/24/24

BLANDFORD

115 Chester Road
Blandford, MA 01008
Amount: $346,500
Buyer: Erika Balbier
Seller: Peter J. Curro
Date: 07/30/24

BRIMFIELD

33 Champeaux Road
Brimfield, MA 01010
Amount: $599,900
Buyer: Enrico A. Giovanello
Seller: Christopher J. Comunale
Date: 08/02/24

47 Tower Hill Road
Brimfield, MA 01010
Amount: $169,900
Buyer: Chestnut Hill Homes LLC
Seller: Harris, Violette Jean, (Estate)
Date: 07/30/24

194 Wales Road
Brimfield, MA 01010
Amount: $435,000
Buyer: Thomas Melvin
Seller: John Worrell
Date: 08/02/24

CHESTER

113 East River Road
Chester, MA 01050
Amount: $500,000
Buyer: Rayman M. Koivisto
Seller: David W. Lafogg
Date: 07/31/24

29 William St.
Chester, MA 01011
Amount: $230,000
Buyer: Alexis Bradley
Seller: Kathryn P. Gesner
Date: 07/30/24

CHICOPEE

27 Ashgrove St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $265,000
Buyer: Amy M. Pouliot
Seller: Ann M. Pouliot
Date: 07/22/24

181 Beauchamp Ter.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $363,000
Buyer: Jeffrey Moore
Seller: Gholam R. Jafari
Date: 07/24/24

51 Blanchard St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $335,100
Buyer: Marta Prylowska
Seller: Pah Properties LLC
Date: 07/30/24

83 Bonner St.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $375,000
Buyer: Maureen Bernard
Seller: William Raleigh
Date: 07/30/24

 

127 Bostwick Lane
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $252,500
Buyer: Kyle Laplante
Seller: McDonald FT
Date: 07/24/24

7 Bunker Lane
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $617,200
Buyer: David Dower
Seller: James C. Leonard
Date: 07/29/24

80 Chestnut St.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $575,000
Buyer: Jclx Properties LLC
Seller: Hann Realty Berkshire LLC
Date: 07/25/24

88 Chestnut St.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $575,000
Buyer: Jclx Properties LLC
Seller: Hann Realty Berkshire LLC
Date: 07/25/24

243 Chicopee St.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $360,000
Buyer: Monique M. Souza
Seller: Steve G. Aube
Date: 07/31/24

133 Cyran St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $365,000
Buyer: Robert Pirog
Seller: Laura J. McCarthy
Date: 07/22/24

149 Dayton St.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $383,000
Buyer: Emily Ortiz
Seller: Francisco IRT
Date: 07/22/24

14 Dorothy Ave.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $133,700
Buyer: Methuselah Realty TR
Seller: Marie J. Forgie
Date: 07/26/24

34 Dresser Ave.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $297,000
Buyer: Linda C. Balakier
Seller: Cecilia T. Balaskier RET
Date: 07/24/24

297 Granby Road
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $335,000
Buyer: Dan Unacha
Seller: Valdemar M. Rafael
Date: 07/26/24

1287 Granby Road
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $155,000
Buyer: Tadeusz Wadas
Seller: Agnieszka Dziedzic
Date: 07/31/24

100 Lawndale St.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $345,000
Buyer: Noah S. Palmer
Seller: Benjamin Nyzio
Date: 07/31/24

52 Lukasik St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $395,900
Buyer: Laura J. McCarthy
Seller: Waycon Inc.
Date: 07/22/24

37 Palmer Ave.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $320,000
Buyer: Dylan A. Gillen
Seller: Kokoszka, Barbara J., (Estate)
Date: 07/26/24

24 Piquette Ave.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $318,000
Buyer: Ivelisse Martinez
Seller: Patricia L. Raymont IRT
Date: 07/26/24

27 Woodcrest Court
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $350,000
Buyer: Shannon Jasienowski
Seller: Craig A. Lebeau
Date: 07/26/24

68 Springfield St.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $120,000
Buyer: Richard Dejesus
Seller: Gilbert & Son Insulation
Date: 07/31/24

30 Stearns Ter.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $283,000
Buyer: Miguel Gonzalez
Seller: Haruna Bature
Date: 08/02/24

90 Stewart St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $243,000
Buyer: Brenda Rivera
Seller: Masse FT
Date: 08/01/24

11 Sullivan St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $190,000
Buyer: Equity Trust Co.
Seller: Yvonne M. Provost
Date: 08/02/24

47 Sullivan St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $267,500
Buyer: David C. Berthold
Seller: Kathleen Lacasse
Date: 08/01/24

79 Taylor St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $330,000
Buyer: Marie Valliere
Seller: Joan R. Parks FT
Date: 07/31/24

48 Vadnais St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $375,000
Buyer: Ramon A. Gutierrez
Seller: Stephen G. Young
Date: 07/30/24

EAST LONGMEADOW

280 Allen St.
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Amount: $280,500
Buyer: Meredith Kocot
Seller: Jason A. Dimitropolis
Date: 07/23/24

22 Elmcrest St.
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Amount: $315,000
Buyer: Ashley Amaral
Seller: Bitzer FT
Date: 07/24/24

14 Hanward Hill
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Amount: $265,000
Buyer: 14 Hanward Hill LLC
Seller: Timothy J. Broderick
Date: 08/02/24

21 Judy Lane
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Amount: $464,900
Buyer: Trey M. Cushman
Seller: Cynthia J. Gagne
Date: 07/29/24

168 Maple St.
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Amount: $300,000
Buyer: Jose Hiraldo
Seller: Joan C. Devine
Date: 07/29/24

69 Maplehurst Ave.
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Amount: $310,000
Buyer: Phuong Nguyen
Seller: Richard Jacobson
Date: 07/31/24

14 Mardon St.
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Amount: $220,000
Buyer: Michael E. Badger
Seller: Donna J. Carestia
Date: 07/31/24

23 Michel St.
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Amount: $275,000
Buyer: Mary Houghton
Seller: Beverly A. Carroll TR
Date: 07/26/24

277 Parker St.
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Amount: $350,000
Buyer: Hassan Issa
Seller: Matthew Brice
Date: 08/01/24

44 Ridge Road
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Amount: $469,900
Buyer: Jason A. Dimitropolis
Seller: Gavazzi, Italo Americo, (Estate)
Date: 07/23/24

45 Sturbridge Lane
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Amount: $850,000
Buyer: Karlsson FT
Seller: Elizabeth A. Rottenberg
Date: 08/01/24

GRANVILLE

41 Granby Road
Granville, MA 01034
Amount: $430,000
Buyer: Aida Iannotti
Seller: Petersen FT
Date: 07/31/24

154 Silver St.
Granville, MA 01034
Amount: $1,200,000
Buyer: Kent Chamberlain
Seller: Mark E. McPherson
Date: 08/01/24

HAMPDEN

103 Ames Road
Hampden, MA 01036
Amount: $589,900
Buyer: Michelle Raymond
Seller: Anthony C. Penna
Date: 07/29/24

73 Bennett Road
Hampden, MA 01036
Amount: $600,000
Buyer: Lauren Soriano
Seller: Nan O. Roy
Date: 07/31/24

334 Chapin Road
Hampden, MA 01036
Amount: $480,000
Buyer: Amberly Matt
Seller: John J. Ferriter
Date: 07/31/24

Scantic Road, Lot 2
Hampden, MA 01036
Amount: $150,000
Buyer: Antonio F. Basile
Seller: Kelly Nygren
Date: 08/01/24

87 South Road
Hampden, MA 01036
Amount: $460,735
Buyer: Clark B. Kadis
Seller: Thomas F. Ferriter
Date: 07/26/24

34 Thresher Road
Hampden, MA 01036
Amount: $350,000
Buyer: Donald J. Collins
Seller: Lynn D. Shay LT
Date: 07/26/24

HOLLAND

44 Forest Dr.
Holland, MA 01521
Amount: $188,000
Buyer: Jake P. Olszta
Seller: M. K. McGrory
Date: 07/26/24

49 Island Road
Holland, MA 01521
Amount: $215,000
Buyer: Jacek Zielinski
Seller: Michael Devoe
Date: 07/26/24

HOLYOKE

43 Amherst St.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $563,800
Buyer: Elizabeth Synge
Seller: Kristen K. Iverson
Date: 07/30/24

Berkshire St.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $257,000
Buyer: Mark Larose
Seller: Josue Arroyo
Date: 07/31/24

128 Cabot St.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $190,000
Buyer: Jeannette Alvarez
Seller: Mark Larose
Date: 07/30/24

282 Cabot St.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $6,500,000
Buyer: 282 Cabot Realty LLC
Seller: 282 Cabot Propco LLC
Date: 07/26/24

110-112 Chapin St.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $340,000
Buyer: Charise Gonzalez
Seller: Donald B. Hendrickson IRT
Date: 07/29/24

24 Fairfield Ave.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $360,000
Buyer: Gallagher Capital Group LLC
Seller: Weiss Family LLC
Date: 08/01/24

99 Franklin St.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $270,000
Buyer: Alberto Rodriguez
Seller: Emily Ortiz
Date: 07/22/24

45 Lindbergh Ave.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $428,000
Buyer: Emilie S. Arnold
Seller: Conor Dowling
Date: 08/01/24

33 Mayer Dr.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $440,000
Buyer: Vannak Kong
Seller: Esteban A. Morales
Date: 07/26/24

53 Mueller Road
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $415,000
Buyer: Catherine J. Francis
Seller: Edward P. Stone
Date: 07/26/24

81 North East St.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $250,000
Buyer: Maide Escobar
Seller: Raleigh RT
Date: 07/24/24

51 View St.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $259,900
Buyer: Corey F. Winiarski
Seller: Timothy A. Figueroa
Date: 08/02/24

20 Wayne Court
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $337,500
Buyer: Angelique Early
Seller: Agnes M. Briere
Date: 08/02/24

LONGMEADOW

358 Bliss Road
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $327,000
Buyer: Kraver FT
Seller: Alfred A. Krol
Date: 08/01/24

243 Burbank Road
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $375,000
Buyer: Dorrin Exford
Seller: Ernest P. Welker
Date: 07/25/24

72 Concord Road
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $685,000
Buyer: Matthew Dominici
Seller: Joan Ann Hellerman TR
Date: 07/25/24

101 Duxbury Lane
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $660,000
Buyer: Shawn M. Kincaid
Seller: Victor A. Carra
Date: 07/26/24

37 Ferncroft St.
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $345,000
Buyer: Timothy R. Jensen
Seller: Joseph A. Lavertue
Date: 07/25/24

54 Glenbrook Lane
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $800,000
Buyer: Robert M. Figger
Seller: Lori A. Eldridge
Date: 07/31/24

184 Greenacre Ave.
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $685,000
Buyer: Derrick L. Crowal
Seller: George C. Case
Date: 07/31/24

34 Hillcrest Ave.
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $545,000
Buyer: Trevor M. Young
Seller: Michael J. Mazur
Date: 07/29/24

1198 Longmeadow St.
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $550,672
Buyer: Andrew J. Avery
Seller: Maura Hinners
Date: 07/23/24

360 Pinewood Dr.
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $800,000
Buyer: Darius V. Peyton
Seller: Robin R. Dhatt
Date: 07/30/24

194 Primrose Dr.
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $520,000
Buyer: Daniel A. Pascone
Seller: Christine M. Tazzini
Date: 07/22/24

127 Rugby Road
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $930,000
Buyer: Jonathan E. Miller
Seller: Daniel J. Skiest
Date: 07/29/24

6 South Park Place
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $506,500
Buyer: Jonathan Burger
Seller: Brian Kivel
Date: 07/26/24

44 Tanglewood Dr.
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $660,000
Buyer: Shuhua Bai
Seller: Crabapple Realty LLC
Date: 08/02/24

58 Tanglewood Dr.
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $550,000
Buyer: Barbara S. Carra
Seller: Smith, Marguerite S., (Estate)
Date: 07/29/24

LUDLOW

55 Amherst St.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $350,000
Buyer: Sandra L. Fontaine
Seller: Aaron Goodwine
Date: 07/22/24

1471 Center St.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $275,000
Buyer: Samantha Hodgman
Seller: Lewis FT
Date: 07/22/24

109 Chapin St.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $440,000
Buyer: Jason Voyik
Seller: Sergio A. Dias
Date: 07/31/24

83 Church St.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $468,000
Buyer: Brian Turnbull
Seller: Patricia A. Stagnaro
Date: 07/31/24

79 East Akard St.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $490,000
Buyer: Triska-Tushanna, A. Bature
Seller: Antonio J. Martins
Date: 08/02/24

171 Wedgewood Dr.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $521,000
Buyer: Diana V. Ross
Seller: Megan Campbell
Date: 07/25/24

162 Massachusetts Ave.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $135,000
Buyer: Veteran Stan LLC
Seller: Czajkowski, Christine, (Estate)
Date: 08/02/24

760 Moore St.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $373,500
Buyer: Paige Sullivan
Seller: Kaitlyn Sosnowski
Date: 07/29/24

262 Munsing St.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $409,000
Buyer: Zane Kagan
Seller: Victor M. Rodrigues
Date: 08/02/24

25 Paul Ave.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $299,000
Buyer: Matthew Gates
Seller: S. Massoia Fairway TR
Date: 07/31/24

153 Piney Lane
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $325,000
Buyer: David Phaneuf
Seller: Pah Properties LLC
Date: 07/31/24

32 Spring Meadow Dr.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $735,000
Buyer: Shahid Habib
Seller: Manuel & Gcoleho FT
Date: 08/01/24

104 Warwick Dr.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $395,000
Buyer: Michael Begin
Seller: Nicole Barron
Date: 07/31/24

MONSON

4 Country Club Heights
Monson, MA 01057
Amount: $430,000
Buyer: Michael J. Cavanaugh
Seller: David Parson
Date: 07/31/24

158 Lower Hampden Road
Monson, MA 01057
Amount: $454,750
Buyer: Robert J. Gosselin
Seller: Anthony Patalano
Date: 07/31/24

17 Thompson St.
Monson, MA 01057
Amount: $250,000
Buyer: Colin K. Morse
Seller: Euclide Desrochers
Date: 07/30/24

57 Wales Road
Monson, MA 01057
Amount: $180,000
Buyer: Garrett S. Beyor
Seller: Deborah M. Beyor
Date: 08/01/24

40 Washington St.
Monson, MA 01057
Amount: $210,000
Buyer: Sebastian L. Szot
Seller: Hodgdon, John W., (Estate)
Date: 07/26/24

42 Washington St.
Monson, MA 01057
Amount: $153,000
Buyer: Wicked Deals LLC
Seller: Sherrie L. Blain
Date: 07/24/24

219 Wilbraham Road
Monson, MA 01057
Amount: $170,000
Buyer: Milton Knudsen
Seller: Kevin P. Quirk
Date: 08/01/24

PALMER

17-19 Anderson St.
Palmer, MA 01080
Amount: $240,000
Buyer: Elizabeth A. Passy
Seller: Oliver FT
Date: 07/25/24

63 Cabot St.
Palmer, MA 01069
Amount: $330,000
Buyer: Stephen Fenoff
Seller: Robert J. Mastrodonato
Date: 07/24/24

2-4 Crest St.
Palmer, MA 01056
Amount: $325,000
Buyer: Rebecca Gagen
Seller: Tassinari Construction Inc.
Date: 08/01/24

99 Longview St.
Palmer, MA 01069
Amount: $500,000
Buyer: Edson A. Filho
Seller: Shaw Development Inc.
Date: 08/02/24

1519 North Main St.
Palmer, MA 01069
Amount: $300,000
Buyer: Panther Development Palmer LLC
Seller: Orion Pro Friend ML LLC
Date: 07/22/24

1019 Pine St.
Palmer, MA 01069
Amount: $275,000
Buyer: Deidre Wade
Seller: Timothy M. Chaffee
Date: 07/30/24

10-16 Stewart St.
Palmer, MA 01069
Amount: $295,900
Buyer: Stephen Houle
Seller: Joseph M. Garbiel
Date: 07/31/24

17 West Ware St.
Palmer, MA 01069
Amount: $360,000
Buyer: John C. Jebb
Seller: Peritz, David M., (Estate)
Date: 07/26/24

912 Ware St.
Palmer, MA 01069
Amount: $206,250
Buyer: Daniel H. Roy
Seller: Bird FT
Date: 07/26/24

SPRINGFIELD

80-82 Abbe Ave.
Springfield, MA 01107
Amount: $415,000
Buyer: Felicia D. Wells
Seller: Johnathan S. Delgado
Date: 07/23/24

160 Abbott St.
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $279,900
Buyer: Kelvin Diaz
Seller: Sabato, Ann Erikson, (Estate)
Date: 07/22/24

1007 Allen St.
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $350,000
Buyer: Jakira Valentin
Seller: Nick Zaporozhchenko
Date: 07/25/24

56-58 Arthur St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $400,000
Buyer: Gwendolyn Hardrick
Seller: Edwin Lisboa
Date: 07/22/24

30 Beauchamp St.
Springfield, MA 01107
Amount: $280,000
Buyer: Daniel M. Triggs
Seller: BP LLC
Date: 07/25/24

21-23 Beauregard St.
Springfield, MA 01151
Amount: $210,000
Buyer: Paul Ireland
Seller: Brenda I. Maloni
Date: 07/26/24

34-36 Belmont Ave.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $1,952,720
Buyer: Papyrus Equities LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens LP
Date: 07/22/24

125 Belmont Ave.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $4,478,332
Buyer: Papyrus Equities LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens LP
Date: 07/22/24

127 Belmont Ave.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $4,478,332
Buyer: Papyrus Equities LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens LP
Date: 07/22/24

135 Belmont Ave.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $4,478,332
Buyer: Papyrus Equities LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens LP
Date: 07/22/24

356-364 Belmont Ave.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $3,805,480
Buyer: Papyrus Equities LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens LP
Date: 07/22/24

557 Berkshire Ave.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $235,000
Buyer: Raymond Sanchez
Seller: Rosa L. Rolon
Date: 07/26/24

18-20 Biltmore St.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $400,000
Buyer: Joel A. Lora
Seller: Davis Friedman
Date: 08/01/24

334-360 Boston Road
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $1,320,762
Buyer: Papyrus Equities LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens LP
Date: 07/22/24

58 Brentwood St.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $340,000
Buyer: Jacqueline Martinez
Seller: Latara Green
Date: 07/22/24

89-91 Cambridge St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $460,000
Buyer: Brinier M. Zapata
Seller: Jose Hiraldo
Date: 07/26/24

13 Cedar St.
Springfield, MA 01105
Amount: $1,317,861
Buyer: Papyrus Equities LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens LP
Date: 07/22/24

244 Centre St.
Springfield, MA 01151
Amount: $1,317,861
Buyer: Papyrus Equities LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens LP
Date: 07/22/24

250 Centre St.
Springfield, MA 01151
Amount: $1,317,861
Buyer: Papyrus Equities LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens Lp
Date: 07/22/24

180 Cherokee Dr.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $221,000
Buyer: Veteran Stan LLC
Seller: Kaila Rodriguez
Date: 07/25/24

18 Chester St.
Springfield, MA 01105
Amount: $221,042
Buyer: Angel Robles
Seller: Maxibelle Pedraza
Date: 08/01/24

582-586 Chicopee St.
Springfield, MA 01013
Amount: $494,971
Buyer: Papyrus Equities LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens LP
Date: 07/22/24

283 Christopher Dr.
Springfield, MA 01119
Amount: $466,000
Buyer: Pierre Larose
Seller: Floyd V. Collins
Date: 07/22/24

92-94 Clifton Ave.
Springfield, MA 01105
Amount: $275,000
Buyer: 92-94 Clifton Avenue LLC
Seller: Treydon Jenkins
Date: 07/24/24

190-192 College St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $320,000
Buyer: Jose D. Valerio
Seller: Heather M. Allen
Date: 07/23/24

37 David St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $255,000
Buyer: Falah A. Sabih
Seller: Go America LLC
Date: 07/31/24

94 Dayton St.
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $354,000
Buyer: Loren C. Green
Seller: Jack A. Goldberg
Date: 07/24/24

147 Denver St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $309,900
Buyer: Kellie Carlucci
Seller: Angel L. Bermudez
Date: 07/25/24

192-194 Dickinson St.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $406,000
Buyer: Edward Binet
Seller: Ramona N. Arias
Date: 07/23/24

93 East Park St.
Springfield, MA 01105
Amount: $1,092,224
Buyer: Papyrus Equities LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens LP
Date: 07/22/24

63 Edgewood St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $245,000
Buyer: Kanita Ferguson
Seller: Joy D. Allen
Date: 07/26/24

85-87 Elliot St.
Springfield, MA 01105
Amount: $20,432,267
Buyer: Papyrus Equities LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens LP
Date: 07/22/24

81 Fairhaven Dr.
Springfield, MA 01151
Amount: $475,000
Buyer: Pavel Samatailo
Seller: Jose M. Alves
Date: 08/02/24

59 Ferncliff Ave.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $280,000
Buyer: Techia Francis
Seller: Sylvia M. Jordan
Date: 07/30/24

156 Florence St.
Springfield, MA 01105
Amount: $259,000
Buyer: Mikayla H. Hannus
Seller: Carlos G. Rosario
Date: 07/23/24

10-30 Fort St.
Springfield, MA 01103
Amount: $700,000
Buyer: Fort St Realty Assoc LLC
Seller: New England Farm Workers Council
Date: 08/02/24

31-33 Fort Pleasant Ave.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $1,952,720
Buyer: Papyrus Equities LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens LP
Date: 07/22/24

132 Gresham St.
Springfield, MA 01119
Amount: $335,000
Buyer: Francheska R. Ortiz
Seller: Plata O. Plomo Inc.
Date: 07/26/24

42 Hall St.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $318,000
Buyer: Kedean K. Hines
Seller: Gustavo Flores
Date: 07/29/24

33 Hampden St.
Springfield, MA 01103
Amount: $700,000
Buyer: Fort St. Realty Assocs. LLC
Seller: New England Farm Workers Council
Date: 08/01/24

35 Hampden St.
Springfield, MA 01103
Amount: $700,000
Buyer: Fort St. Realty Assocs. LLC
Seller: New England Farm Workers Council
Date: 08/02/24

189 Hancock St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $475,000
Buyer: Lachelle Tayor-Boyd
Seller: MJ Ledyard NT
Date: 07/29/24

264 Island Pond Road
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $365,000
Buyer: Tilo T. Gurung
Seller: Gopal Thapa
Date: 07/29/24

412 Island Pond Road
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $311,000
Buyer: Kevin M. Carlson
Seller: Alexandra Charette
Date: 08/01/24

20-24 Kelly Place
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $499,000
Buyer: Kenneth A. Marshall
Seller: Nilsa Laboy
Date: 08/02/24

33 Kenwood Park
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $261,000
Buyer: Nathan Albright
Seller: Jeannette Alvarez-Rivera
Date: 07/30/24

69-71 Laurence St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $367,000
Buyer: Juliette M. Pineyro
Seller: Christopher J. O’Connor
Date: 07/30/24

51 Leete St.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $420,000
Buyer: Harioste P. Jean
Seller: D&M Realty & Investors LLC
Date: 07/23/24

150-152 Leyfred Ter.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $450,000
Buyer: Yesli Escalandte
Seller: Julio Marcano
Date: 08/01/24

41 Lloyd Ave.
Springfield, MA 01119
Amount: $345,000
Buyer: Targen Quamie
Seller: Clarence W. Smith
Date: 07/31/24

228 Locust St.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $2,089,611
Buyer: Papyrus Equities LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens LP
Date: 07/22/24

161 Longhill St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $380,000
Buyer: Veronique M. Conus
Seller: Sandra A. Collins
Date: 07/26/24

33-37 Longhill St.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $1,515,367
Buyer: Papyrus Equities LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens LP
Date: 07/22/24

1610-1626 Main St.
Springfield, MA 01103
Amount: $700,000
Buyer: Fort St. Realty Assocs. LLC
Seller: New England Farm Workers Council
Date: 08/02/24

86-88 Maple St.
Springfield, MA 01001
Amount: $2,828,104
Buyer: Papyrus Equities LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens LP
Date: 07/22/24

190 Mary Coburn Road
Springfield, MA 01129
Amount: $331,000
Buyer: Ryan Dolph
Seller: Michael P. Sullivan
Date: 07/25/24

107 Massreco St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $171,461
Buyer: Select Portfolio Servicing
Seller: Robert A. Cyr
Date: 07/26/24

109 Melville St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $300,000
Buyer: Hassan Saleh
Seller: Donna Janerico
Date: 08/01/24

20 Montrose St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $200,000
Buyer: J&R Homes Corp.
Seller: Cascade Funding Mtg. HB11
Date: 08/02/24

15 Mountainview St.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $307,000
Buyer: Feliciano Bonilla
Seller: Joseph D. Wells
Date: 07/26/24

160 Oklahoma St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $290,000
Buyer: Marjorie Lindor
Seller: Robert J. Lefebvre
Date: 07/23/24

17 Old Brook Road
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $305,000
Buyer: Hazel Robinson
Seller: Luke A. Perry
Date: 08/01/24

5 Olney Ave.
Springfield, MA 01119
Amount: $230,000
Buyer: Salim Abdoo
Seller: Mfra T2014-2
Date: 08/01/24

27 Ontario St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $170,000
Buyer: Kokoleka RT
Seller: Parent, Alan Richard, (Estate)
Date: 07/29/24

118 Ontario St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $151,000
Buyer: Pah Properties LLC
Seller: Charles R. Goddard
Date: 07/23/24

2 Opal St.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $385,000
Buyer: Samantha E. Hiemer
Seller: David A. Hinman
Date: 07/26/24

66 Oregon St.
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $290,000
Buyer: Hollis C. Graham
Seller: Peter P. Fenton
Date: 07/23/24

381 Orange St.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $350,000
Buyer: Brendalee Gonzalez
Seller: Katherine A. Lopez
Date: 08/02/24

59 Osborne Ter.
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $286,000
Buyer: Jose O. Ogando-Tejeda
Seller: Thomas Lisowski
Date: 07/31/24

64-68 Osgood St.
Springfield, MA 01107
Amount: $2,564,764
Buyer: Papyrus Equities LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens LP
Date: 07/22/24

27 Overlook Dr.
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $235,000
Buyer: Ortins Capital Partners Group LP
Seller: Carlos Colondres
Date: 07/24/24

1150 Page Blvd.
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $280,000
Buyer: Natasha Dehoyos
Seller: Posiadlosc LLC
Date: 07/31/24

29 Pasco Road
Springfield, MA 01151
Amount: $390,000
Buyer: Carla Simon-Henriquez
Seller: Ashraf M. Galal
Date: 08/01/24

45 Pearl St.
Springfield, MA 01103
Amount: $20,432,267
Buyer: Papyrus Equities LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens LP
Date: 07/22/24

52 Pearl St.
Springfield, MA 01105
Amount: $20,432,267
Buyer: Papyrus Equities LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens LP
Date: 07/22/24

58-62 Pearl St.
Springfield, MA 01105
Amount: $20,432,267
Buyer: Papyrus Equities LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens LP
Date: 07/22/24

69 Pearl St.
Springfield, MA 01105
Amount: $20,432,267
Buyer: Papyrus Equities LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens LP
Date: 07/22/24

72 Pearl St.
Springfield, MA 01105
Amount: $20,432,267
Buyer: Papyrus Equities LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens LP
Date: 07/22/24

82-86 Pearl St.
Springfield, MA 01105
Amount: $20,432,267
Buyer: Papyrus Equities LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens LP
Date: 07/22/24

94 Pearl St.
Springfield, MA 01105
Amount: $20,432,267
Buyer: Papyrus Equities LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens LP
Date: 07/22/24

79 Perkins St.
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $276,321
Buyer: Arpc LLC
Seller: Sarah S. Gordon-Woodard
Date: 07/31/24

197 Pheland St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $175,000
Buyer: Richton & Wynne LLC
Seller: Lafond Sr., Robert, (Estate)
Date: 07/26/24

91 Pilgrim Road
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $335,000
Buyer: Jammie Glenn
Seller: Loren C. Green
Date: 07/24/24

1259 Plumtree Road
Springfield, MA 01119
Amount: $580,000
Buyer: Susan C. Jimenez
Seller: Solkeren Figuereo
Date: 07/22/24

36 Queen St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $212,000
Buyer: Leyinska N. Morales-Rosa
Seller: Brvsa Associates LLC
Date: 07/22/24

90 Quincy St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $265,000
Buyer: Liliana C. Hanson
Seller: Damaris Ramos
Date: 07/26/24

349 Roosevelt Ave.
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $290,000
Buyer: Andrew Strniste
Seller: Carimar Pizarro-Abreu
Date: 07/31/24

378 Roosevelt Ave.
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $345,000
Buyer: Sandra Collins
Seller: Brittni R. Upchurch
Date: 07/26/24

100 Rowland St.
Springfield, MA 01107
Amount: $285,000
Buyer: Manuel D. Santiago
Seller: Amanda L. Brown
Date: 07/31/24

40 Ruby Road
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $205,000
Buyer: Barose Projects LLC
Seller: Diana J. Connelly
Date: 07/30/24

15-21 Salem St.
Springfield, MA 01105
Amount: $20,432,267
Buyer: Papyrus Equities LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens LP
Date: 07/22/24

33 Salem St.
Springfield, MA 01105
Amount: $20,432,267
Buyer: Papyrus Equities LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens LP
Date: 07/22/24

34 Salem St.
Springfield, MA 01105
Amount: $20,432,267
Buyer: Papyrus Equities LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens LP
Date: 07/22/24

70 South Tallyho Dr.
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $265,000
Buyer: Mariceli Mota
Seller: Julius D. Lewis
Date: 07/29/24

79-81 Silver St.
Springfield, MA 01107
Amount: $340,000
Buyer: Jennifer L. Rivera
Seller: Felix Fuentes
Date: 07/30/24

103-107 Spring St.
Springfield, MA 01105
Amount: $20,432,267
Buyer: Papyrus Equities LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens LP
Date: 07/22/24

104 Spring St.
Springfield, MA 01105
Amount: $20,432,267
Buyer: Papyrus Equities LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens LP
Date: 07/22/24

112-116 Spring St.
Springfield, MA 01105
Amount: $20,432,267
Buyer: Papyrus Equities LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens LP
Date: 07/22/24

113-135 Spring St.
Springfield, MA 01105
Amount: $20,432,267
Buyer: Papyrus Equities LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens LP
Date: 07/22/24

127 Spring St.
Springfield, MA 01105
Amount: $20,432,267
Buyer: Papyrus Equities LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens LP
Date: 07/22/2

131-135 Spring St.
Springfield, MA 01105
Amount: $20,432,267
Buyer: Papyrus Equities LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens LP
Date: 07/22/24

97 Spring St.
Springfield, MA 01105
Amount: $20,432,267
Buyer: Papyrus Equities LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens LP
Date: 07/22/24

659 State St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $3,750,182
Buyer: Papyrus Equities LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens LP
Date: 07/22/24

663 State St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $3,750,182
Buyer: Papyrus Equities LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens LP
Date: 07/22/24

133-141 State St.
Springfield, MA 01103
Amount: $1,200,000
Buyer: T. & K. Real Estate Holdings LLC
Seller: Willow State LLC
Date: 07/29/24

106 Suffolk St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $234,500
Buyer: Richard E. Santiago
Seller: Delia Arroyo
Date: 07/25/24

752 Summer St.
Springfield, MA 01101
Amount: $976,500
Buyer: North Adams Realty LLC
Seller: Bankruptcy Of Sumner Ave. LLC
Date: 08/02/24

760 Summer St.
Springfield, MA 01101
Amount: $976,500
Buyer: North Adams Realty LLC
Seller: Bankruptcy Of Sumner Ave. LLC
Date: 08/02/24

120 Talmadge Dr.
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $330,000
Buyer: Marc-Anthony Carter
Seller: Christina Valle
Date: 07/29/24

Terrence St.
Springfield, MA 01101
Amount: $3,750,182
Buyer: Papyrus Equities LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens LP
Date: 07/22/24

64 Thompson St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $225,000
Buyer: Linc Suppliers Corp
Seller: Ellen S. Boynton
Date: 08/01/24

91 Tioga St.
Springfield, MA 01128
Amount: $270,000
Buyer: Nathan Belisle
Seller: Kyle Edcudero
Date: 07/31/24

199-211 Union St.
Springfield, MA 01105
Amount: $2,828,104
Buyer: Papyrus Equities LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens LP
Date: 07/22/24

15 Wellington St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $223,125
Buyer: Feliciano Bonilla
Seller: Cwabs Inc.
Date: 08/02/24

141 West Canton Circle
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $300,000
Buyer: Elenita I. Ramos
Seller: Spagnolo FT
Date: 08/02/24

90 Westminster St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $443,734
Buyer: Papyrus Equities LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens LP
Date: 07/22/24

427-429 White St.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $976,500
Buyer: North Adams Realty LLC
Seller: Bankruptcy Of Sumner Ave. LLC
Date: 08/02/24

431 White St.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $976,500
Buyer: North Adams Realty LLC
Seller: Bankruptcy Of Sumner Ave. LLC
Date: 08/02/24

1350 Wilbraham Road
Springfield, MA 01119
Amount: $290,000
Buyer: Kevin Morris
Seller: Kelnate Realty LLC
Date: 08/01/24

1660 Wilbraham Road
Springfield, MA 01119
Amount: $325,000
Buyer: Vanessa James
Seller: Rhl Properties LLC
Date: 07/26/24

4 Wolfe St.
Springfield, MA 01020
Amount: $260,000
Buyer: Jasmin Gonzalez
Seller: Panther Development LLC
Date: 08/02/24

183 Woodside Ter.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $2,089,611
Buyer: Papyrus Equities LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens LP
Date: 07/22/24

85-91 Woodside Ter.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $4,478,332
Buyer: Papyrus Equities LLC
Seller: Springfield Gardens LP
Date: 07/22/24

1342 Worcester St.
Springfield, MA 01151
Amount: $346,900
Buyer: Liza M. Guerrero
Seller: Opm Investments LLC
Date: 07/23/24

49 Worthy St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $162,000
Buyer: Miguel Maria
Seller: Miguel A. Flores
Date: 07/29/24

SOUTHWICK

9 Evergreen St.
Southwick, MA 01077
Amount: $310,000
Buyer: Irina Zhovkliy
Seller: Jean C. Shaw
Date: 08/01/24

19 Foster Road
Southwick, MA 01077
Amount: $590,000
Buyer: Aleksandr Dadayev
Seller: Anatoliy Ovdiychuk
Date: 07/25/24

10 Granaudo Circle
Southwick, MA 01077
Amount: $549,000
Buyer: Scott Yvon
Seller: Hoover, Gary, (Estate)
Date: 07/29/24

45 North Lake Ave.
Southwick, MA 01077
Amount: $421,000
Buyer: Jovanny Santa
Seller: Dolores A. Catallozzi
Date: 07/24/24

75 Will Palmer Road
Southwick, MA 01077
Amount: $580,000
Buyer: Fedos Bateyko
Seller: Thomas J. Batchelor
Date: 07/31/24

WALES

69 Monson Road
Wales, MA 01081
Amount: $150,000
Buyer: Hlre Development LLC
Seller: Frappier Jr., Robert G., (Estate)
Date: 07/26/24

87 Monson Road
Wales, MA 01081
Amount: $338,000
Buyer: Connor P. Sergel
Seller: Justin Panico
Date: 07/24/24

68 Reed Hill Road
Wales, MA 01081
Amount: $400,000
Buyer: Justin A. Panico
Seller: Diane L. Monette
Date: 07/24/24

WEST SPRINGFIELD

62 Beauview Ter.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $322,500
Buyer: Benjamin Onthank
Seller: Michael W. Sokol
Date: 07/22/24

38 Calvin Circle
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $316,000
Buyer: Alyssa M. Leonard
Seller: Joseph S. Calabrese
Date: 07/26/24

40 Connecticut Ave.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $300,000
Buyer: Congamond Management LLC
Seller: Rose Flores
Date: 07/29/24

27 Day St.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $342,000
Buyer: Vladimir Chacho
Seller: M. A. Perrea Declaration TR
Date: 07/26/24

182 North Blvd.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $200,000
Buyer: Kmak LLC
Seller: Peter S. Champagne
Date: 07/29/24

17 Oak St.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $257,000
Buyer: Kulwinder Kaur
Seller: Elizabeth A. Harlow-Harris
Date: 07/24/24

105 Overlook Dr.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $355,000
Buyer: Jorge L. Santiago
Seller: Jeannette L. Corey RET
Date: 07/24/24

263 Prospect Ave.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $352,000
Buyer: Daniel Dykas
Seller: Mark D. Mission
Date: 07/25/24

80 Riverdale St.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $335,000
Buyer: Katrina M. Perkins
Seller: Caring For Others Health
Date: 08/02/24

62 Warren St.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $291,000
Buyer: Andrew Stepchuk
Seller: Nitza O. Borges
Date: 07/31/24

WESTFIELD

4 Angelica Dr.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $600,000
Buyer: Carl D. McKenzie
Seller: Derek Egerton
Date: 07/31/24

54 Broadway
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $287,500
Buyer: Steven H. Sansouci
Seller: Linda L. Lajoie
Date: 07/22/24

65 Broadway
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $450,000
Buyer: Polly A. Carlin
Seller: David R. Armitage
Date: 07/26/24

17 Colony Dr.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $450,000
Buyer: Minyi Zhang
Seller: Edward J. Osowski
Date: 07/30/24

9 Columbia St.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $758,083
Buyer: City Of Westfield
Seller: Roman Catholic Bishop of Springfield
Date: 08/01/24

10 Conner Ave.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $260,000
Buyer: Tgc Investments LLC
Seller: Oleg A. Katykhin
Date: 07/23/24

15 Day Ave.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $345,000
Buyer: Brendan W. McMahon
Seller: Hem K. Ghorshain
Date: 07/30/24

1198 East Mountain Road
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $535,000
Buyer: Kyle F. Nardi
Seller: Jacqueline Deane
Date: 08/02/24

44 Governor Dr.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $225,000
Buyer: Tok Chang
Seller: Rcf 2 Acquisition TR
Date: 07/31/24

23 Hancock St.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $157,000
Buyer: Wicked Deals LLC
Seller: Linda A. Jaskulski
Date: 07/22/24

224 Loomis St.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $360,000
Buyer: Hai-Dang Tran
Seller: Estelle C. Janisieski
Date: 07/30/24

535 Loomis St.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $319,000
Buyer: Tim Shea
Seller: Diane M. Batchelder RET
Date: 08/02/24

79 Montgomery St.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $350,000
Buyer: Jose R. Roman
Seller: Scott W. Yvon
Date: 07/29/24

101 Montgomery St.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $280,000
Buyer: Christopher J. Affenito
Seller: Richard A. Mitchell
Date: 07/22/24

28 Morgan Ave.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $420,000
Buyer: Morgan Ave LLC
Seller: Mikhail S. Sychev
Date: 07/31/24

21 Riverside Dr.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $349,900
Buyer: Haley Mathieu
Seller: Heidi L. Lamothe
Date: 07/31/24

205 Russell Road
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $325,000
Buyer: Rafael A. Pimentel
Seller: Jose R. Roman
Date: 07/29/24

18 Sabrina Brooke Lane
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $475,000
Buyer: Michael P. Benoit
Seller: Stephanie M. Harris
Date: 07/29/24

97 Sandy Hill Road
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $115,000
Buyer: Foley Capital LLC
Seller: Labonte Jr., Robert J., (Estate)
Date: 07/22/24

35 Washington St.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $341,500
Buyer: Michael P. Durkee
Seller: Sandra Foster
Date: 07/26/24

14 Scenic Road
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $487,000
Buyer: John R. Cabral
Seller: Jason R. Danenza
Date: 07/29/24

24 Union St.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $758,083
Buyer: City Of Westfield
Seller: Roman Catholic Bishop of Springfield
Date: 08/01/24

50 Union St.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $362,000
Buyer: Gennadiy Lisitsin
Seller: Zachary Soucy
Date: 08/02/24

6 Union St.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $758,083
Buyer: City Of Westfield
Seller: Roman Catholic Bishop of Springfield
Date: 08/01/24

WILBRAHAM

5 Becker St.
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Amount: $476,000
Buyer: Steven Carignan
Seller: Paul E. Bloomfield
Date: 07/31/24

19 Carla Lane
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Amount: $620,000
Buyer: Johanna Guberow
Seller: Michael J. Tarantino
Date: 07/31/24

5 Circle Dr.
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Amount: $420,000
Buyer: Pinaki Pal
Seller: Johanna Guberow
Date: 07/31/24

19 Ely Road
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Amount: $267,000
Buyer: Isabel A. Dagner
Seller: Zorzi Family LLC
Date: 07/29/24

24 Linwood Dr.
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Amount: $395,000
Buyer: Sean Griffith
Seller: Matthew J. Villamaino
Date: 07/30/24

22 Manchonis Road
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Amount: $342,000
Buyer: Melissa Sorensen
Seller: Jamie Kohn
Date: 08/02/24

9 Old Coach Road
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Amount: $450,000
Buyer: Eric Young
Seller: Aileen Donnet
Date: 07/25/24

659 Ridge Road
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Amount: $1,175,000
Buyer: Dean T. Sanpei
Seller: Gary A. Lamarche
Date: 07/26/24

12 Soule Road
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Amount: $445,000
Buyer: Sandra C. Ricketts
Seller: Erik J. Boucher
Date: 07/26/24

651 Stony Hill Road
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Amount: $225,000
Buyer: Bp LLC
Seller: Mary P. Douthwright
Date: 08/01/24

768 Stony Hill Road
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Amount: $300,000
Buyer: Stephen Moniz
Seller: Goodrich Irt
Date: 08/02/24

HAMPSHIRE COUNTY

AMHERST

232 East Pleasant St.
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $649,000
Buyer: Purple Gables TR
Seller: Browns College Properties LLC
Date: 07/25/24

670 East Pleasant St.
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $475,000
Buyer: Elizabeth Lewis
Seller: Michael E. Willamson
Date: 07/31/24

351 Henry St.
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $540,000
Buyer: Dmitry Kireev
Seller: Anantjit Singh
Date: 08/01/24

351 Main St.
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $1,262,000
Buyer: Bluhen LLC
Seller: Hilda Grnbaum RET
Date: 08/02/24

487 Main St.
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $525,000
Buyer: Mehul Patel
Seller: Historic Renovation
Date: 07/31/24

164 North East St.
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $710,000
Buyer: Winifred Connerton
Seller: Susan Kaplan
Date: 07/30/24

1488 South East St.
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $827,500
Buyer: Barbara J. Smith
Seller: Mara Niefer
Date: 08/01/24

4 Stagecoach Road
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $600,000
Buyer: Kaitlyn M. Jaffe
Seller: Zoe C. Abram
Date: 07/31/24

481-485 West St.
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $495,000
Buyer: 481 West Street LLC
Seller: Charles & Yu-Mei Wang LT
Date: 07/24/24

BELCHERTOWN

304 Bardwell St.
Belchertown, MA 01007
Amount: $526,000
Buyer: Jamie A. Kohn
Seller: Joseph Black
Date: 08/02/24

732 Daniel Shays Hwy.
Belchertown, MA 01007
Amount: $430,000
Buyer: Catya E. Belfer
Seller: Anna K. Duval
Date: 07/26/24

978 Federal St.
Belchertown, MA 01007
Amount: $570,000
Buyer: 978 Federal LLC
Seller: Karls Site Work Inc.
Date: 07/26/24

7 Knights St.
Belchertown, MA 01007
Amount: $675,000
Buyer: Cesar J. Alvarez
Seller: David Hornstein
Date: 08/01/24

19 Lake Dr.
Belchertown, MA 01007
Amount: $230,000
Buyer: Cheryl Sendek
Seller: Joan O’Donnell
Date: 07/22/24

23 Metacomet St.
Belchertown, MA 01007
Amount: $525,000
Buyer: Catherine H. Burt
Seller: Joyce N. Wyanski
Date: 07/30/24

507 North Liberty St.
Belchertown, MA 01007
Amount: $615,000
Buyer: Melinda A. Gonzales
Seller: David R. Muir
Date: 07/26/24

146 Sargent St.
Belchertown, MA 01007
Amount: $270,000
Buyer: Samatha Mangano
Seller: M. & G. Land Development LLC
Date: 08/02/24

CHESTERFIELD

386 Main Road
Chesterfield, MA 01012
Amount: $310,000
Buyer: Todd A. Sussman
Seller: Steven Dwight
Date: 08/02/24

EASTHAMPTON

14 Chapman Ave.
Easthampton, MA 01027
Amount: $290,000
Buyer: Pablo A. Garcia
Seller: Vrmtg Asset TR
Date: 08/01/24

48 Cherry St.
Easthampton, MA 01027
Amount: $425,000
Buyer: Patrick M. Mullins
Seller: David J. Gaestel
Date: 07/26/24

14 Laurel Dr.
Easthampton, MA 01027
Amount: $610,000
Buyer: Anna C. Clarke
Seller: Anthony C. Colao
Date: 07/25/24

10 Monska Dr.
Easthampton, MA 01027
Amount: $395,000
Buyer: Donald L. Normandeau
Seller: Nicholas W. Pickunka
Date: 07/24/24

179 Northampton St.
Easthampton, MA 01027
Amount: $1,200,000
Buyer: 179 Northampton LLC
Seller: Mapam -1 LLC
Date: 07/31/24

6 Oakdale Place
Easthampton, MA 01027
Amount: $304,000
Buyer: Hopkins Investments LLC
Seller: R. T. & Corinne A. Lucia Irt
Date: 07/25/24

103 Oliver St.
Easthampton, MA 01027
Amount: $175,000
Buyer: Morgan L. Mortimer
Seller: Singleton 2007 RET
Date: 08/02/24

Pomeroy St.
Easthampton, MA 01027
Amount: $249,900
Buyer: Nicole W. Thompson
Seller: New England Remodeling
Date: 07/22/24

17 Spring St.
Easthampton, MA 01027
Amount: $567,000
Buyer: Michaela Tally
Seller: Anna C. Clarke
Date: 07/25/24

3 Vadnais St.
Easthampton, MA 01027
Amount: $385,000
Buyer: Douglas N. Martini
Seller: Lydia I. Bussiere
Date: 07/31/24

GRANBY

367 East St.
Granby, MA 01020
Amount: $315,000
Buyer: Granby 367 East State St.
Seller: Bruco Sr., Richard A., (Estate)
Date: 07/29/24

35 Kendall St.
Granby, MA 01033
Amount: $390,000
Buyer: Peter Volpe
Seller: Donald Normandeau
Date: 07/23/24

44 Taylor St.
Granby, MA 01033
Amount: $119,717
Buyer: El Padre Plumbing & Heating
Seller: Megliola Realty LLC
Date: 07/26/24

114 West St.
Granby, MA 01033
Amount: $357,000
Buyer: David K. Toplon
Seller: Granby House RET
Date: 07/31/24

HADLEY

2 Adare Place
Hadley, MA 01035
Amount: $884,500
Buyer: Chris E. Healy
Seller: Marek Inc.
Date: 08/01/24

2 Aloha Dr.
Hadley, MA 01035
Amount: $685,000
Buyer: Allison Tudryn
Seller: Deepu A. Thomas
Date: 07/24/24

115 Mount Warner Road
Hadley, MA 01035
Amount: $640,000
Buyer: John P. Loftus
Seller: Peter R. Heronemus
Date: 08/01/24

167 Rocky Hill Road
Hadley, MA 01035
Amount: $474,000
Buyer: 167 Rocky Hill Road LLC
Seller: Denese F. Hebert
Date: 07/31/24

2 Woodlawn Road
Hadley, MA 01035
Amount: $475,000
Buyer: Ana D. Veiga
Seller: Shumway Properties LLC
Date: 07/31/24

HATFIELD

8 Cronin Hill Road
Hatfield, MA 01038
Amount: $595,000
Buyer: Frederick W. Strong
Seller: Gary D. Tryon
Date: 07/30/24

Straits Road
Hatfield, MA 01038
Amount: $142,500
Buyer: Derek Waslick
Seller: Paul J. Cernak
Date: 07/29/24

HUNTINGTON

46 Harlow Clark Road
Huntington, MA 01050
Amount: $450,000
Buyer: Jonathan Wittig
Seller: Luke Leszczynski
Date: 08/01/24

 

NORTHAMPTON

31 Birch Hill Road
Northampton, MA 01062
Amount: $327,500
Buyer: John D. Pinkham
Seller: Rose M. Korowski
Date: 07/31/24

38 Burts Pit Road
Northampton, MA 01060
Amount: $700,000
Buyer: Sandra E. Brim
Seller: Dorrin G. Exford
Date: 07/25/24

10 Matthew Dr.
Northampton, MA 01062
Amount: $435,500
Buyer: Mark S. Orndoff
Seller: Tashi Dolma
Date: 07/23/24

180 Nonotuck St.
Northampton, MA 01062
Amount: $305,000
Buyer: Brian Caning
Seller: Lamontagne, Rene T., (Estate)
Date: 07/26/24

39 Ridge View Road
Northampton, MA 01062
Amount: $718,867
Buyer: Jason Dickerson
Seller: 21st Century Green Home Inc.
Date: 07/25/24

46 Upland Road
Northampton, MA 01053
Amount: $760,000
Buyer: Lillian Sundell-Thomas
Seller: Christian S. Tait
Date: 07/22/24

SOUTH HADLEY

107 Alvord St.
South Hadley, MA 01075
Amount: $530,000
Buyer: Aaron Moskowitz
Seller: Dawn M. Kessell
Date: 08/02/24

12 Lakeview Ave.
South Hadley, MA 01075
Amount: $400,000
Buyer: Andrea Barbosa
Seller: Wyatt B. Couture RET
Date: 07/26/24

17 Lyon Green
South Hadley, MA 01075
Amount: $590,000
Buyer: William T. Cobb
Seller: J. N. Duquette & Son Construction
Date: 08/02/24

37 Lyon Green
South Hadley, MA 01075
Amount: $644,000
Buyer: Monica Roberts
Seller: J. N. Duquette & Son Construction
Date: 07/26/24

45 River Road
South Hadley, MA 01075
Amount: $615,000
Buyer: Michael Burnham
Seller: Anthony Buijnarowski
Date: 07/26/24

SOUTHAMPTON

Gil Farm Road, Lot 7
Southampton, MA 01073
Amount: $160,000
Buyer: Vitalii Stepanchuk
Seller: David A. Hardy Contractor
Date: 07/22/24

Pomeroy St.
Southampton, MA 01073
Amount: $249,900
Buyer: Nicole W. Thompson
Seller: New England Remodeling
Date: 07/22/24

7 Strong St.
Southampton, MA 01027
Amount: $317,000
Buyer: Christine S. Rachmaciej
Seller: Kelly R. Coon
Date: 07/26/24

WARE

33 Berkshire Circle
Ware, MA 01082
Amount: $300,000
Buyer: Abby N. Bridges
Seller: Amy J. Miarecki
Date: 07/26/24

144 Main St.
Ware, MA 01082
Amount: $390,000
Buyer: 144 Main RT
Seller: Bruco Sr., Richard A., (Estate)
Date: 07/29/24

146 Main St.
Ware, MA 01082
Amount: $390,000
Buyer: 144 Main RT
Seller: Bruco Sr., Richard A., (Estate)
Date: 07/29/24

187 North St.
Ware, MA 01082
Amount: $310,000
Buyer: Benjamin P. Lawrence
Seller: Anderson RT
Date: 07/31/24

15 School St.
Ware, MA 01082
Amount: $170,625
Buyer: Abimael Claudio
Seller: Fremont Home Loan TR
Date: 07/22/24

54 West Main St.
Ware, MA 01082
Amount: $160,000
Buyer: Comtois Centre Ware LLC
Seller: Ricky Chu
Date: 07/26/24

WILLIAMSBURG

19 Cole Road
Williamsburg, MA 01039
Amount: $975,000
Buyer: Elizabeth Blaylock
Seller: John C. Locke
Date: 07/31/24

132 Nash Hill Road
Williamsburg, MA 01039
Amount: $712,500
Buyer: Reina K. Lansigan
Seller: Liana Griffin
Date: 07/24/24

WORTHINGTON

29 Fairman Road
Worthington, MA 01098
Amount: $300,000
Buyer: Rheal Labrie
Seller: Matthew R. Labrie
Date: 07/31/24

Greenfield Cooperative Bank Welcomes Debbie Esposito

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Debbie Esposito

GREENFIELD — Greenfield Cooperative Bank (GCB) announced the addition of Debbie Esposito to its team as senior vice president, Business Banking officer. In this role, she will be instrumental in driving the bank’s growth and development within the Franklin, Hampshire, and Hampden county markets.

With more than two decades of experience in the financial industry, Esposito brings a wealth of expertise in business, commercial, and cash-management solutions. Prior to joining GCB, she served as vice president of Cash Management Sales for PeoplesBank and vice president, senior Treasury Management relationship manager for Citizens Bank.

In her new position, Esposito will be responsible for promoting financial solutions in partnership with Commercial Lending, Government Banking, and Retail. She will also play a key role in implementing marketing strategies to enhance brand awareness and strengthen the bank’s presence in the community.

“We are thrilled to welcome Debbie to the Greenfield Cooperative Bank team,” said Tony Worden, president and CEO of GCB. “Her extensive experience and deep understanding of the local business landscape will be a tremendous asset as we continue to provide our customers with innovative financial solutions.”

Esposito holds a bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, and marketing from the University of Wisconsin – Whitewater and a nonprofit certification with a financial focus from the University of St. Thomas in Minnesota. She is committed to community involvement and actively volunteers for various organizations across Western Mass.

Shatz, Schwartz and Fentin Recognized as a Best Law Firm for 2025 by Best Lawyers

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SPRINGFIELD — Shatz, Schwartz and Fentin, with offices in Springfield and Northampton, was recognized by Best Lawyers as a Best Law Firm in Springfield for 2025. The firm was singled out in the fields of banking and finance law, bankruptcy and creditor debtor rights/insolvency and reorganization law, business organizations (including LLCs and partnerships), corporate law, elder law, trusts and estates, litigation ­– trusts and estates, and tax law.

In addition, eight attorneys at Shatz, Schwartz and Fentin were selected for inclusion in the 2025 edition of the Best Lawyers in America for outstanding contributions to their fields:

• Attorney Carol Cioe Klyman was included for her expertise the fields of elder law and trusts and estates.

• Attorney Mark Esposito was selected by his peers in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America in the fields of commercial litigation and litigation – labor and employment.

• Attorney Michele Feinstein was selected by her peers as a Lawyer of the Year for trusts and estates in Springfield. She was also chosen for inclusion on the Best Lawyers in America list for her outstanding contributions to the fields of elder law, litigation ­– trusts and estates, and trusts and estates.

• Attorney Gary Fentin, one of the firm’s founders, was selected for his work in the fields of banking and financial law and commercial transactions/uniform commercial code (UCC) law.

• Attorney Timothy Mulhern, managing partner, was included for his work in the fields of corporate law and tax law.

• Founding attorney Steven Schwartz was selected for his expertise in the fields of business organizations (including LLCs and partnerships), closely held companies, and corporate law.

• Attorney James Sheils was included for his contributions in the field of commercial transactions/uniform commercial code (UCC) law.

• Attorney Steven Weiss was selected for inclusion for his work in the fields of bankruptcy and creditor debtor rights/insolvency and reorganization law.

Best Lawyers is the oldest and most respected peer-review publication company in the legal profession. The lists of outstanding lawyers are compiled by conducting exhaustive peer-review surveys in which tens of thousands of leading lawyers confidentially evaluate their professional peers. Lawyers are not permitted to pay any fee to participate in or be recognized by Best Lawyers.

Thirteen Bulkley Richardson Attorneys Recognized as Best Lawyers

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SPRINGFIELD — Bulkley Richardson announced that 13 lawyers from the firm were recently selected by their peers for inclusion in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America. These lawyers were recognized in 22 unique areas of practice. They are:

• Peter Barry: construction law, education law and healthcare law;

• Kathleen Bernardo: real-estate law;

• Michael Burke: medical-malpractice law (defendants) and personal-injury litigation (defendants);

• Mark Cress: banking and finance law, bankruptcy and creditor debtor rights/insolvency and reorganization law, and corporate law;

• Francis Dibble Jr.: bet-the-company litigation, commercial litigation, white-collar criminal defense, labor and employment litigation, and securities litigation;

• Daniel Finnegan: administrative/regulatory law;

• Scott Foster: business organizations, including LLCs and partnerships;

• Mary Jo Kennedy: employment law (individuals), employment law (management), and labor and employment litigation;

• David Parke: corporate law and mergers and acquisitions law;

• John Pucci: bet-the-company litigation, general-practice criminal defense, and white-collar criminal defense;

• Jeffrey Roberts: corporate law and trusts and estates;

• Michael Roundy: commercial litigation; and

• Ronald Weiss: corporate law, mergers and acquisitions law, and tax law.

Lawyers who are nominated for consideration are voted on by currently recognized Best Lawyers working in the same practice area and located in the same geographic region. Lawyers on the Best Lawyers in America list are reviewed by their peers based on professional expertise, and recognitions are based purely on the feedback received.

Llumin Inc. Receives $69,800 Workforce Training Grant

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BOSTON — State Sen. Adam Gomez recently joined Secretary Lauren Jones of the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development to announce a $69,800 grant being awarded to Springfield-based Llumin Inc. as part of the Healey-Driscoll administration’s Workforce Training Fund. The grant being awarded will go toward training 16 workers at the software company, with eight additional jobs expected by 2026.

“I am proud to see this funding come to the Springfield area, empowering our valued companies and business owners to continue to invest in this area and our state with the knowledge that their efforts will be recognized and bolstered through state incentives,” said Gomez, a small-business owner himself before running for public office. “We must continue to identify industries that provide high-paying, sustainable jobs and ensure that they have the resources to continue to grow and hire competent workers, and programs like this make that possible.”

Funded by Massachusetts employers via contributions made to unemployment insurance, the Workforce Training Fund helps companies improve productivity and competitiveness by providing resources to invest in the Massachusetts workforce.

Salon Vincènte to Host Back-to-school Event Today

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CHICOPEE — Salon Vincènte will host a back-to-school event today, Aug. 26, starting at 10 a.m. The event will take place at 55 Springfield St., Chicopee, and promises a fun and festive afternoon for the community.

In celebration of the new school year, Salon Vincènte is offering an array of free services and giveaways, including free haircuts and styling, a free sneaker raffle, free refreshments and snacks, and free backpacks and school supplies. Each child will receive a backpack filled with essential school supplies to help them gear up for the year ahead.

This event is made possible through an $800 grant from the Chicopee Cultural Council, administered by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. All members of the Chicopee community are invited to participate, but are encouraged to come early, as supplies are limited and will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.

Fifth Annual Lenox Jazz Stroll to Take Place Sept. 6-7

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LENOX  — Mill Town Foundation, in partnership with Berkshires Jazz and the Lenox Chamber of Commerce, announced the fifth annual Lenox Jazz Stroll. The event will take place in Lenox on Friday and Saturday, Sept. 6-7. The Jazz Stroll welcomes attendees of all ages and features performances by acclaimed national artists along with local favorites.

The festivities commence with a ticketed concert on Friday evening at Tanglewood’s Linde Center for Music and Learning. The evening will feature Ted Rosenthal’s All-Star Sextet performing a “Bernstein & Bop” concert with jazz takes on famous Leonard Bernstein compositions. Berkshire vocalist Wanda Houston will perform an opening set with her Resonance Trio. Tickets for Friday’s performance can be purchased at www.bso.org/events/bernstein-bop.

On Saturday, the celebration continues throughout the downtown cultural district, including three concerts at Lilac Park on Main Street from 3 to7 p.m. and various pop-up performances throughout the day. These Saturday performances are free, family-friendly, and open to the public. Concertgoers are encouraged to bring a picnic and lawn chairs to enjoy the afternoon. Additional Saturday-evening performances at local restaurants will be announced via social media.

In case of inclement weather, Saturday’s performances will be relocated to Duffin Theatre at Lenox Memorial Middle and High School, 197 West St., Lenox.

Nonotuck Resource Associates to Dedicate Lee Office to Kitty Kelly-Curtin

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LEE — Nonotuck Resource Associates Inc. announced the dedication of its Lee office in memory of Kathleen “Kitty” Kelly-Curtin. The historical building, located at 14 Park Place, will be publicly dedicated during Founders Day Weekend in Lee, on Saturday, Sept. 21 at 9 a.m.

The Lee Historical Commission unanimously approved the dedication last spring. Previously, the house was named for Edward Bosworth, a local businessman who made it his home in 1872.

“The Lee Historical Commission is pleased that the Bosworth House, rebuilt in 1901 after having burned down, is being dedicated to the wonderful works of Kitty Kelly-Curtin, from one of the Lee community’s long-standing families,” commission member Susan Stone said. “Preservation and meaningful reuse are part of our mission.”

Nonotuck Resource Associates was devastated by the sudden passing of Kelly-Curtin in July. She served as the driving force behind the creation of its Adult Family Care program, spent 26 years as a Shared Living caregiver, and worked for Nonotuck for 17 years, most recently as executive vice president of Operations. She left behind two sons, her life partner, and a large network of family and friends.

Kelly-Curtin grew up in a large family in Lee and graduated from Springfield Technical Community College, Berkshire Community College, Maria College, and UMass Amherst. She was a registered nurse with a bachelor’s degree and held a Massachusetts educator’s license to teach practical nursing.

Her life changed significantly when she began what became a 26-year shared-living journey with Danny MacDonald in 1992. Over a few years’ time, the two grew very close and decided they wanted to live together in a unique model called Shared Living through Nonotuck. In 1996, MacDonald moved into Kelly-Curtin’s home with her young family. The ensuing years were filled with love, joy, amusement, and an outgrowth of special relationships that bonded MacDonald and his community, family, friends, and supporters of all ages. Together, they lived an active and exciting life.

“Kitty’s dedication and passion for helping others were unparalleled,” Nonotuck President and CEO George Fleischner said. “This passion not only shaped the foundation of our Adult Family Care program, but also enriched the lives of everyone she touched. By dedicating our Lee office in her memory, we honor her legacy and ensure that her spirit of love, compassion, and community continues to inspire us all. Kitty’s impact will be felt for generations to come, and it is an honor and a privilege to celebrate her life and contributions in this meaningful way.”

Founded in 1972, Nonotuck offers Shared Living, Adult Family Care, and individualized day services for people with disabilities. Providing support and services at locations throughout Massachusetts, it is the largest shared-living organization in the state.

The Spot Dispensary to Host Grand Opening on Aug. 24

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HOLYOKE — The old Riverside Paper Co. building at 1 Cabot St., Holyoke, has been reimagined as a cannabis campus. At the heart of it is the Spot, Riverside Agriculture’s brand-new dispensary. But that’s just the beginning — this space is buzzing with small cannabis businesses, with more on the way.

The campus features two minority-owned businesses participating in the state’s Social Equity Program. It’s also home to the Evergreen Industries cultivation facility, Blue Fox Brands manufacturing, and the Mass Cannabis Growers Coop, a license type that unites several small, local growers. Future plans include a social-consumption lounge and event space intended to make the Spot a go-to hangout for all things cannabis.

The grand opening takes place Saturday, Aug. 24 with a press conference at 10 a.m., ribbon cutting and doors open at 10:30 a.m., and a tour of the facilities at 11 a.m. Limited parking is available in the front and back lot.

West Springfield to Host 250th Anniversary Parade on Aug. 24

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WEST SPRINGFIELD — In celebration of the 250th anniversary of its incorporation, the town of West Springfield will host a parade on Saturday, Aug. 24, stepping off from St. Thomas School at 11 a.m.

Residents are welcome to line the parade route that is approximately 1.3 miles long, starting from St. Thomas School and continuing along Kings Highway, North Boulevard, Westfield Street, Van Deene Avenue, and ending at Central Street.

Approved parade participants will gather at St. Thomas starting at  9 a.m., and the parade will step off at 11 a.m. It will have a planned stop at the intersection of North Boulevard and Westfield Street before proceeding down the hill to Westfield Street The parade will end with live music by Noah Lis at 3 p.m.

The parade map can be viewed at townofwestspringfield.org/250. The town anticipates that traffic may increase in the area and advises the public to plan travel accordingly.

Herrell’s Ice Cream to Open Pop-up Location in North Amherst on Aug. 26

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AMHERST — The Mill District and Herrell’s Ice Cream announced that Herrell’s Ice Cream will be opening soon in the Mill District in North Square in North Amherst on Monday, Aug. 26 at noon. Herrell’s hours will be noon to 9 p.m. daily.

The Mill District in North Square is located just a crosswalk away from Amherst’s busy Mill River Recreation Area, a short walk from Cherry Hill Golf Course, and near the recently renovated North Amherst Library. Herrell’s joins Provisions, Carefree Cakery, the General Store, the Closet, the Mill District Art Gallery, Soulful Pet Studios, and 3 Amigos restaurant, to name a few that are already making a mark on North Amherst’s busy shopping and dining offerings.

“This popup location will remain until our new full location is built. The popup will serve cones and cups, sundaes, and soda drinks. Since the space is so small, other menu items will not appear until the full store is built out,” owner Judy Herrell said. “However, we will have a similar count of flavors as we have in Northampton. We expect it to be a delicious place to eat ice cream and frozen desserts of all kinds. Plus, a cool place to work and shop for all — puns intended.”

Judges Announced for Third Annual Paragus Firehouse Cook Off at Polar Park

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WORCESTER — On Tuesday, Sept. 17, Polar Park will host the third annual Paragus Firehouse Cook Off. Last year, the event drew more than 300 people to Polar Park and raised $20,000 for the Worcester Firefighters 6K charity. This year, the event will also raise funds for DetecTogether, a nonprofit that promotes early cancer detection in young adults, first responders, and workplace employees.

For the Paragus Firehouse Cook Off, firehouses from around the city create dishes to be judged by a panel of local business leaders. This year’s judges will be Niche Hospitality President Michael Covino, Worcester Red Sox Coordinator of Public and Community Relations Katie Siegle, Worcester Wares founder Jessica Walsh, and Fontaine Bros. CEO Dave Fontaine. In addition to the Judge’s Prize, there is a People’s Choice Prize based on a vote taken among event attendees. The event will be hosted by Mike Hsu and Radio Worcester’s Hank Stolz.

Presenting sponsor Paragus I.T. is one of the fastest-growing I.T. companies in the region. Since expanding into Worcester from its base in Western Mass., it has quickly become an active part of the local business community. Paragus also recently celebrated its shift to 100% employee ownership.

“The Cook Off event has become one of the big highlights of the year for us,” Paragus CEO Delcie Bean said. “It’s always an amazing time, and we get to meet so many great people. This year, with the addition of DetecTogether, we’re doubly excited to raise money for these worthy causes.”

Harpoon Brewery will hold a free beer tasting for attendees. There will also be pies donated by Table Talk and seltzer donated by Polar Beverages.

Several sponsors from the previous two years will be returning, but Paragus is actively recruiting new businesses to come aboard as the event broadens its scope. There are multiple tiers of sponsorship available.

The event begins at 5 p.m. Tickets cost $30 for the general public and $25 for firefighters and their families, with children under 10 admitted free. A ticket entitles entrants to a Harpoon beer tasting, a Table Talk pie, Polar seltzer, and samples of all the dishes. After covering expenses, all funds raised will be donated to the Worcester Firefighters 6K charity and DetecTogether. Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are available at firehousecookoff.com.

Governors America Corp. Welcomes Robbie Captain

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Robbie Captain

AGAWAM — Governors America Corp. (GAC), a veteran-owned, Massachusetts-based, global manufacturer of innovative engine-control products, recently welcomed Robbie Captain as its new manager, National and International Sales and Distribution. With two decades of experience in the industrial engine marketspace, he will be responsible for managing the sales aspect of GAC’s distribution network both nationally and internationally.

“Robbie is an outstanding addition to our team,” said Sean Collins, president and CEO. “He has over 20 years of relevant industrial experience in the engine-control industry, including application sales, product management, application engineering, and business management. His broad knowledge and perspective will help deliver the technical solutions our clients require.”

Captain joins GAC from Enovation Controls, where he spent the past five years in sales, with two years as a sales team manager. He brings extensive experience in engine and machine controls, monitoring systems, and harnessing, with expertise spanning from mechanical engines to the latest electronic stage-V diesel engines. He is a 2005 graduate of Spartan College of Aeronautics in Tulsa, Okla. with a bachelor’s degree in aviation technology management.

Kayla Sheridan of TommyCar Auto Group Recognized at Contest

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NORTHAMPTON — Kayla Sheridan, Marketing director at TommyCar Auto Group, was honored as a finalist and presented at the Reynolds and Reynolds Automotive Amplifier Contest on Aug. 20 in Leesburg, Va. This event, known for highlighting the most innovative minds and ideas in the automotive industry, provided a platform for leaders to share insights and advancements that are shaping the future of the field.

Sheridan’s presentation showcased her dedication to driving innovation and excellence in automotive retail, particularly at TommyCar Auto Group. Although not selected as one of the overall winners, her work was highly regarded by industry experts.

“It was a privilege to be a finalist and present alongside such talented individuals in the automotive industry,” said Sheridan, who was also honored this year as one of BusinessWest’s 40 Under Forty. “This experience has only strengthened my commitment to innovation and inspired me to continue contributing to the advancement of our industry.”

Carla Cosenzi, owner of TommyCar Auto Group, expressed her pride, saying, “we are incredibly proud of Kayla’s achievements and her commitment to excellence. Her recognition as a finalist is a testament to her hard work.”

$6 Million Bond to Help Square One Rebuild Early-education Center

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SPRINGFIELD — MassDevelopment has issued a $6 million tax-exempt bond on behalf of Springfield Day Nursery Corp., which does business as Square One, to help the organization buy a 1.53-acre parcel at 947 Main St. in Springfield, where it will build a 26,000-square-foot early-education center.

The new building will be situated at the site of the organization’s former long-time location that was destroyed by a tornado in 2011. It will feature four early learning classrooms — including one room for 24-hour care — workforce-development programming for families, early-childhood mental-health services, family-support programs, and administrative offices. Construction began in June 2024 and is expected to be completed in spring 2025.

The tax-exempt bond, purchased by PB Partners Inc., an affiliate of PeoplesBank, helped Square One achieve a lower cost of capital. The project is also being supported by funding from new-market tax credits, state and city grant awards, and a capital campaign.

“Square One has a long legacy of providing early education and childcare in Springfield, supporting families and strengthening the local economy,” said Dan O’Connell, acting MassDevelopment president and CEO. “MassDevelopment is pleased to partner with PeoplesBank on delivering tax-exempt bond financing that will help the organization rebuild and restore key programming and services at its former home in Springfield’s South End neighborhood.”

Brian Canina, president of PeoplesBank, added that “PeoplesBank has a long history of supporting organizations in Springfield, and the region, who are working to make life better for their community, and our support of Square One has been a constant through the years. A good relationship with a bank goes so far beyond dollars and cents, beyond term loans and lines of credit. It goes back to the people and an unwavering belief in the mission. We believe in Square One, their people, and their mission, and we are proud to play a role in their bright future.”

MassDevelopment has previously supported Springfield Day Nursery, beginning in 2001, by providing loan financing to help the company renovate facilities in the city.

“We are so grateful to MassDevelopment and PeoplesBank for providing the financial support we need to expand our reach and positively impact the lives of more children and families in our region,” Square One President and CEO Dawn DiStefano said. “We believe this project clearly reflects the investment needed to close the opportunity gap in our region, providing children with a foundation for long-term success and economic stability for families and businesses.”

Nominations Now Being Accepted for Women of Impact Class of 2024

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SPRINGFIELD — BusinessWest is now accepting nominations for the seventh annual Women of Impact awards.

In 2018, BusinessWest created the Women of Impact program as a way to honor women in the region who are making an impact and creating positive change. Women of Impact was chosen as the name for the program because, while nominees can hail from the world of business, they can also emerge from other realms, such as the nonprofit community, public service, law enforcement, education, social work, the mentorship community, a combination of these — in short, we’re recognizing inspirational women on any level. Since its inception, the women honored through this program have been successful, inspiring, and most importantly, impactful.

Consider nominating someone for this prestigious award. Nominations for the class of 2024 are due by Monday, Sept. 2 at 5 p.m., and the honorees will be announced in the Oct. 14 issue of BusinessWest. Nominations should be written with one underlying mission: to explain why the individual in question is, indeed, a woman of impact.

Visit businesswest.com/women-of-impact-nominations for additional information and a nomination form. The 2024 Women of Impact presenting sponsors are Country Bank and TommyCar Auto Group. For more information, call Natasha Mercado-Santana, Marketing and Events manager, at (413) 781-8600, ext. 100, or email [email protected].

Northern Tier Passenger Rail Study Released for Public Comment

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BOSTON — On Aug. 13, the Massachusetts Department of Transportation released the draft Northern Tier Passenger Rail Study for public comment.

This report covers the benefits, costs, and investments necessary to implement passenger rail service from North Adams to Greenfield and Boston. Constituent input and advocacy have already been instrumental in demonstrating the significance of this rail service for the region and the Commonwealth.

The 60-day public comment period will end on Saturday, Oct. 12.

The draft study report is available by clicking here. It includes several options, from all-electric service to a fully local option.

To submit public comments regarding the study report, click here.

Following the 60-day public comment period, the report will incorporate comments received and will be finalized. More information on the Northern Tier Passenger Rail Study is available by clicking here.

The Northern Tier Passenger Rail Study has been an ongoing process instigated and propelled by legislation passed by state Sen. Jo Comerford in July 2019. This work builds on and has been bolstered by the work of local advocates and planners, including Trains in the Valley and the Franklin Regional Council of Governments, as well as the constituents who remember passenger rail service along Route 2.

MountainOne President, CEO Robert Fraser Chairs Massachusetts Bankers Assoc.

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Robert Fraser

NORTH ADAMS — MountainOne announced that President and CEO Robert Fraser was elected as chair of the Massachusetts Bankers Assoc. (MBA), a one-year post that began on July 1.

In welcoming Fraser as the 2024-25 chair, Kathleen Murphy, president and CEO of the MBA, noted that “Bob is a demonstrated community partner, and we are thrilled to welcome him to this role. We appreciate his leadership for our organization, especially as we work to continue to support and advance our industry within the Commonwealth.”

Fraser explained that key focus areas already in full swing for 2024-25 include creating greater awareness of the role of banks and their positive impact on communities across the Commonwealth and expanding the association’s engagement with the industry’s emerging leaders.

“I am honored to have been elected to the position of chair by my peers,” said Fraser, who joined MountainOne in 2007 and has served as its President and CEO since 2014. “I truly enjoy working with our members and with the Mass Bankers professional staff team to achieve the strategic priorities for the association.”

Founded in 1905, the MBA is the only association representing FDIC-insured community, regional, and nationwide banks serving consumer and business clients across the Commonwealth.