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Fueling Momentum

DSCN0365DSCN0356DSCN0448DSCN0329F.L. Roberts and Co. hosted its second annual Managers Meeting and Awards Dinner on March 14 at the MGM Grand at Foxwoods. The fourth-generation, Springfield-based company operates gas station/convenience stores (including truck-refueling facilities and the Whately Diner), Golden Nozzle car washes, and Jiffy Lubes. Employees and business partners were treated to a football-themed evening including a pregame cocktail hour, featuring cigar rollers and a photo booth, followed by dinner, awards, and a keynote address by Joe Theismann, entrepreneur and former star quarterback for the Washington Redskins. Veterans were also recognized for their contributions and sacrifices. Top left: from left, Tom Hart; Peter Borucki; Edward Borucki, U.S. Navy veteran and Pearl Harbor survivor; and Barbara Hart. Top right: Joanne Palmer, Kevin Fay, and Steve and Katy Sanchioni enjoy the pregame cocktail hour outside the Premier Ballroom at the MGM Grand at Foxwoods. Above: Richard Smith, center, vice president of Operations for F.L. Roberts, and other managers present the Pandolfo Company Inc. with the Business Partner of the Year 2013 award for its service and dedication to the company over the past year and early completion of the new Golden Nozzle car wash on East Columbus Avenue in Springfield. In recognition of its service, F.L. Roberts has given the company a $1,000 donation for the charity of their choice. Right: from left, Angelo Rota and his father, guest of honor Nello Rota, U.S. Army Americal Division veteran; with Richard Smith, vice president of Operations for F.L. Roberts, and his wife, Debra Smith.

Hometown Heroes

LopezLandHeroes-2014-129Hardy,-Collins,-DuffyBerubeDr.-Pyle---John-SantoroKraefft-MGMFerreroThe American Red Cross Pioneer Valley Chapter recently honored 11 individuals at its 12th annual Hometown Heroes Breakfast. The Hero Award is given to people who have shown courage, kindness, and unselfish character when a friend, family member, or stranger faced a life-threatening situation, or who have had an extraordinary impact on his or her community. Top left: award recipients Gina Lopez (left) and Sandra Land. Top right: from left, Andrea Luppi of presenting sponsor Columbia Gas; recipients Joseph Allen, Maryann Alben, and John Weston; and Sheila Doiron of Columbia Gas. Center left: John Duffy of presenting sponsor Grainger Foundation (middle) with recipients Kevin Collins (left) and Art Hardy. Center: recipient Steven Berube with Ann Makkiya of presenting sponsor Smith & Wesson. Center right: recipient Dr. Wilson Pyle (right) with Dr. John Santoro of presenting sponsor Baystate Health. Bottom left: recipient Alan Kraefft (left) with Richard Taylor of presenting sponsor MGM Springfield. Bottom right: recipient Vincent Ferrero with Julie Vodde of presenting sponsor Health New England.

Bilding Permits

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Building Permits Departments

The following building permits were issued during the month of March 2014.

AGAWAM

Community Shops Plaza
1325 Springfield St.
$10,000 — Interior renovations

CHICOPEE

City of Chicopee
816 James St.
$5,000 — Construct offices and storage

Riverbend Medical
444 Montgomery St.
$250,000 — Renovate Adult Medicine East

GREENFIELD

Arts Block, LLC
285-291 Main St.
$16,000 — Install snow guards on roof

Center for Human Development
148 Montague City Road
$284,000 — Building renovation

LUDLOW

Buckeye Pipeline Company, L.P.
1 Tank Farm Road
$70,000 — Foundation for new commercial structure

SOUTH HADLEY

Town of South Hadley
14 Mulligan St.
$15,000 — New antennas

SPRINGFIELD

405 Armory Street, LLC
405 Armory St.
$18,000 — Alterations to expand dining area at existing Subway

Al Alves
1291 Boston Road
$35,500 — Convert store front for pizza shop

Derf Realty
190 Carando Dr.
$133,000 — Convert 1,365 square feet of existing space into offices for Mass. State Police

Pizza Hut Inc.
793A Boston Road
$120,000 — Remodel existing Pizza Hut

Tahminh Kausar
590 Boston Road
$8,000 — Build new counter area for cash register

WESTFIELD

Kenia Associates, LLC
65 Springfield Road
$214,000 — Finish existing office space

L & R Market Inc.
35 North Elm St.
$111,000 — Masonry addition

RSP Realty, LLC
57 Union St.
$200,000 — 4,753-square-foot medical office build-out

WEST SPRINGFIELD

Emmanuel Baptist Church
38 Front St.
$132,000 — Restore portion of fire-damaged building

Real Estate Transactions

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Departments 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

COLRAIN

96 Jurek Road
Colrain, MA 01340
Amount: $145,000
Buyer: Allan C. Smith
Seller: Cheryl A. York
Date: 03/07/14

GREENFIELD

52 French King Highway
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $160,000
Buyer: Megan Edson
Seller: S&S Realty LLC
Date: 02/25/14

3 Grove St.
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $166,500
Buyer: Lewis Gordon
Seller: Marcus D. Curran
Date: 02/28/14

39 Grove St.
Greenfield, MA 01376
Amount: $147,500
Buyer: Daniel M. Majewski
Seller: Michael J. Winn
Date: 02/27/14

60 Overland Road
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $155,500
Buyer: Sandra J. Lively
Seller: William J. Bontempi
Date: 02/28/14

20 Phyllis Lane
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $285,000
Buyer: Yedod Snir
Seller: Christopher L. Jones
Date: 03/03/14

HEATH

11 Modoc St.
Heath, MA 01346
Amount: $192,000
Buyer: Clifford B. Long
Seller: Wendy Giard
Date: 02/28/14

NORTHFIELD

189 Birnam Road
Northfield, MA 01360
Amount: $180,000
Buyer: Gabriel D. Lapollo
Seller: Michael S. Fontaine
Date: 02/26/14

SHELBURNE

106 Bridge St.
Shelburne, MA 01370
Amount: $199,434
Buyer: Everbank
Seller: Marc Carcio
Date: 03/05/14

SHUTESBURY

505 Pratt Corner Road
Shutesbury, MA 01072
Amount: $179,900
Buyer: Steven C. Wolf
Seller: Clarke, Richard B., (Estate)
Date: 02/28/14

WHATELY

61 State Road
Whately, MA 01093
Amount: $475,000
Buyer: 5 DAWG NT
Seller: Michael A. Labelle
Date: 03/07/14

HAMPDEN COUNTY

AGAWAM

57 Harding St.
Agawam, MA 01001
Amount: $149,900
Seller: Zerbinopoulos, M., (Estate)
Date: 02/27/14

178 High St.
Agawam, MA 01001
Amount: $155,000
Buyer: Joseph G. Baldarelli
Seller: Sharon M. Baldarelli
Date: 02/27/14

236 Mill St.
Agawam, MA 01001
Amount: $298,000
Buyer: Yichao Xu
Seller: Yong S. Dong
Date: 02/28/14

113 North West St.
Agawam, MA 01030
Amount: $415,000
Buyer: Robert G. Vincent
Seller: CJA 3 LLC
Date: 02/28/14

287 North Westfield St.
Agawam, MA 01030
Amount: $159,900
Buyer: Benjamin Bobianski
Seller: Paula S. Robidoux
Date: 02/24/14

66 Ramah Circle South
Agawam, MA 01001
Amount: $210,500
Buyer: Popowich Family Inv. LLC
Seller: Pelter Inc.
Date: 02/27/14

712 South West St.
Agawam, MA 01030
Amount: $150,000
Buyer: Vitaliy Ganovskyy
Seller: USA HUD
Date: 02/26/14

318 Silver St.
Agawam, MA 01001
Amount: $127,200
Buyer: Joseph G. Baldarelli
Seller: Sharon M. Baldarelli
Date: 02/27/14

146 Suffield St.
Agawam, MA 01001
Amount: $143,000
Buyer: Eric J. Eaton
Seller: Stratum LP
Date: 02/28/14

25 Windermere Dr.
Agawam, MA 01030
Amount: $459,900
Buyer: James J. Meade
Seller: Caroline Morales
Date: 03/05/14

BRIMFIELD

6 North Main St.
Brimfield, MA 01010
Amount: $190,000
Buyer: Christina C. Mealey
Seller: Derek M. Casinghino
Date: 03/06/14

CHICOPEE

24 8th Ave.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $150,000
Buyer: Joshua A. Sroka
Seller: Campbell, Edith C., (Estate)
Date: 02/28/14

54 Bonner St.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $175,000
Buyer: Brad P. Labonte-Banas
Seller: Paul R. Banas
Date: 02/28/14

57 Boucher Circle
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $145,000
Buyer: Elizabeth L. White
Seller: Kim M. Small
Date: 02/28/14

16 Brightwood St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $205,000
Buyer: LTL LLC
Seller: James L. Domingos
Date: 02/25/14

250 Britton St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $167,900
Buyer: Richard A. Funk
Seller: Anthony E. Ceria
Date: 02/26/14

596 Britton St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $177,000
Buyer: Carla L. Brodeur
Seller: Michael M. Levesque
Date: 02/28/14

40 Deslauriers St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $152,750
Buyer: Chad A. Beaudette
Seller: John S. Godin
Date: 03/05/14

1466 Donohue Road
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $131,000
Buyer: Donald R. Peluso
Seller: Beauchemin, Donald G., (Estate)
Date: 02/28/14

58 Dunn St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $170,000
Buyer: Gregory J. Vanoostveen
Seller: Margo Abelson
Date: 02/27/14

44 Gardner Road
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $160,000
Buyer: Ryan L. King
Seller: Anthony J. Carraturo
Date: 02/28/14

945 Granby Road
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $117,000
Buyer: Sandra J. Treat
Seller: Marie Ann Forni
Date: 02/28/14

55 Highview Ave.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $176,209
Buyer: FNMA
Seller: Dennis P. Zygarowski
Date: 03/06/14

89 Jacob St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $210,000
Buyer: Kaitlyn B. Jones
Seller: Martin E. Laliberte
Date: 02/28/14

Jefferson Ave.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $116,000
Buyer: Amanda R. Huerta
Seller: FNMA
Date: 03/06/14

22 Marble Ave.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $185,000
Buyer: Patricia A. Fede
Seller: Philip W. Costello
Date: 02/28/14

20 Mount Carmel Ave.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $153,000
Buyer: Alexander Hripak
Seller: Matthew F. Dusseault
Date: 02/28/14

108 Nonotuck Ave.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $187,803
Buyer: US Bank
Seller: Kristoffer Costa
Date: 02/27/14

36 Olko Circle
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $235,000
Buyer: Lynn A. Maciolek
Seller: Steven P. Nicora
Date: 02/28/14

21 Overlook Dr.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $152,900
Buyer: Ashley K. Shinkwin
Seller: Kenneth P. Senecal
Date: 02/28/14

89 Rochester St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $144,900
Buyer: Caitlin M. Casey
Seller: Donna Blazey
Date: 02/28/14

35 Saint Onge St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $178,000
Buyer: Suzanna Smith
Seller: Daniel J. Garrity
Date: 02/26/14

2070 Westover Road
Chicopee, MA 01022
Amount: $1,150,000
Buyer: Microtek Inc.
Seller: Kodiak Realty LLC
Date: 02/24/14

EAST LONGMEADOW

23 Betterley Lane
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Amount: $425,000
Buyer: Raffaele S. Carrano
Seller: Bretta Construction LLC
Date: 03/03/14

37 Old Farm Road
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Amount: $807,500
Buyer: Andrew W. Artenstein
Seller: Susan A. Alfano
Date: 03/06/14

270 Prospect St.
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Amount: $355,000
Buyer: Brian D. Basgen
Seller: Nu Way Homes Inc.
Date: 03/04/14

HAMPDEN

66 Forest Hill Road
Hampden, MA 01036
Amount: $250,000
Buyer: Bienvenue FT
Seller: Thomas J. Kane
Date: 03/04/14

23 Kibbe Lane
Hampden, MA 01036
Amount: $435,000
Buyer: Jessica Rodrigues
Seller: Tennessee Jed RT
Date: 02/28/14

211 South Road
Hampden, MA 01036
Amount: $157,000
Buyer: Jason A. Foerster
Seller: Sherry Himmelstein
Date: 02/27/14

134 Thresher Road
Hampden, MA 01036
Amount: $239,000
Buyer: Jason T. Broom
Seller: Joseph M. Hickson
Date: 05/22/13

29 Wehr Road
Hampden, MA 01036
Amount: $172,000
Buyer: Daniel R. Hebert
Seller: Alan J. Murray
Date: 03/04/14

HOLLAND

11 Fenton St.
Holland, MA 01521
Amount: $250,000
Buyer: Michael Peltier
Seller: P. S. Roman
Date: 02/28/14

HOLYOKE

397 Apremont Highway
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $141,000
Buyer: Justin Laliberte
Seller: Wayne F. Falardeau
Date: 02/25/14

6 Bayberry Dr.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $268,500
Buyer: Drew W. Nalewanski
Seller: Timothy S. Noonan
Date: 03/07/14

202 Easthampton Road
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $240,000
Buyer: Eloyd Molina
Seller: Patrick Moody
Date: 03/03/14

37 Francis Ave.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $166,824
Buyer: Provident Fund Assocs. LP
Seller: FHLM
Date: 02/25/14

19 Green Willow Dr.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $185,000
Buyer: Daniel P. Griffin
Seller: Margaret A. Parsons
Date: 02/28/14

71 Westfield Road
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $181,500
Buyer: Christopher Draper
Seller: Elizabeth A. Krok
Date: 02/25/14

LONGMEADOW

Colony Road
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $402,500
Buyer: Boulder Hill Construction
Seller: Elizabeth Pava
Date: 03/04/14

505 Converse St.
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $305,000
Buyer: Thomas R. Abbott
Seller: Daniel J. Swords
Date: 02/26/14

505 Laurel St.
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $282,500
Buyer: Michael J. Richard
Seller: Michael C. Paul
Date: 02/26/14

64 Nevins Ave.
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $215,500
Buyer: Michael S. Block
Seller: Ellen M. Foley
Date: 02/25/14

99 Pinewood Dr.
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $535,000
Buyer: Jeffrey Cartun
Seller: Carmel Armon
Date: 03/06/14

53 Williamsburg Dr.
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $675,000
Buyer: Aroosa Alam
Seller: Katherine Papazoglou
Date: 02/28/14

LUDLOW

74 Cady St.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $129,000
Buyer: Leigh M. Cardarelli
Seller: Brad M. Dakers
Date: 02/28/14

34 Cypress St.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $152,955
Buyer: Gail P. Rodrigues
Seller: Sticks & Stones Inc.
Date: 03/05/14

393 East St.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $152,500
Buyer: Jack C. Mendes
Seller: Pros Choice Inc.
Date: 03/07/14

32 Grimes St.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $166,000
Buyer: Joshua J. Auclair
Seller: David K. Carrington
Date: 02/28/14

7 Parker Lane
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $349,376
Buyer: Freedom Mortgage Corp.
Seller: Michelle Baillargeon
Date: 02/25/14

MONSON

59 Bradway Road
Monson, MA 01057
Amount: $339,000
Buyer: Ronald L. Poremba
Seller: Boulder Hill Construction
Date: 03/06/14

PALMER

8 3rd St.
Palmer, MA 01069
Amount: $452,000
Buyer: K3 Technology LLC
Seller: Wayne L. Buxton
Date: 02/28/14

139 Boston Road
Palmer, MA 01069
Amount: $169,900
Buyer: Stanley R. Lamb
Seller: William D. Bacyk
Date: 02/27/14

8 Cedar Hill St.
Palmer, MA 01069
Amount: $158,000
Buyer: Adam J. Skowyra
Seller: Bilton, Albert E. Jr, (Estate)
Date: 02/28/14

331 Flynt St.
Palmer, MA 01069
Amount: $254,039
Buyer: FNMA
Seller: Kenneth J. Edwards
Date: 02/25/14

1051 Overlook Dr.
Palmer, MA 01069
Amount: $218,019
Buyer: FNMA
Seller: James J. Russell
Date: 03/03/14

34 Shearer St.
Palmer, MA 01069
Amount: $227,282
Buyer: FNMA
Seller: Debra J. Earle
Date: 03/04/14

RUSSELL

Russell, MA 01071
Amount: $300,000
Buyer: Russell Acquisition LLC
Seller: Texon USA Inc.
Date: 03/03/14

SPRINGFIELD

22 Ainsworth St.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $135,000
Buyer: Ana M. Perez
Seller: Aaron L. Miles
Date: 03/03/14

23 Albee St.
Springfield, MA 01129
Amount: $235,000
Buyer: Valentina Thadison
Seller: Susan M. Szczebak
Date: 02/25/14

20 Alberta St.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $135,000
Buyer: Raleigh Properties LLC
Seller: Paul J. Bailey
Date: 03/05/14

18 Angelica Dr.
Springfield, MA 01129
Amount: $276,000
Buyer: Oketo S. Williams
Seller: Ilidio A. Rodrigues
Date: 02/28/14

13 Banbury St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $132,653
Buyer: Roberto L. Maymi
Seller: Robert D. Valentine
Date: 03/03/14

54 Catalpa Terrace
Springfield, MA 01119
Amount: $129,000
Buyer: Karen M. Eagle
Seller: Shirley H. Morin
Date: 02/27/14

124 Donbray Road
Springfield, MA 01119
Amount: $260,000
Buyer: Justo R. Sepulveda
Seller: Bretta Development LLC
Date: 03/07/14

99 Forest Park Ave.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $189,850
Buyer: Mon K. Tiwari
Seller: Miriam Steinberg
Date: 02/27/14

62 Grattan St.
Springfield, MA 01119
Amount: $120,000
Buyer: Carol J. Flores
Seller: Peter R. Carmichael
Date: 02/27/14

178 Hampshire St.
Springfield, MA 01151
Amount: $120,000
Buyer: Richard A. Pereira
Seller: Margaret M. Desellier
Date: 02/26/14

203 Jewett St.
Springfield, MA 01129
Amount: $195,000
Buyer: Christian A. Barthelette
Seller: Carlos A. Corredor
Date: 02/24/14

418 Longhill St.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $425,000
Buyer: Mark A. Ballard
Seller: Doanes, Aric M., (Estate)
Date: 03/03/14

65 Mallowhill Road
Springfield, MA 01129
Amount: $131,750
Buyer: Deutsche Bank
Seller: Alejandro Cabrera
Date: 03/06/14

53 Martha St.
Springfield, MA 01151
Amount: $156,400
Buyer: Somontia S. Smith
Seller: Haydee Bou
Date: 02/28/14

203 Mary Coburn Road
Springfield, MA 01129
Amount: $192,000
Buyer: Randolph Coates
Seller: Albert P. Shlosser
Date: 03/03/14

129 Moxon St.
Springfield, MA 01151
Amount: $131,000
Buyer: Gyasi Sellers
Seller: FNMA
Date: 02/26/14

125 Oakwood Terrace
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $178,000
Buyer: Viktoriva Romanchenko
Seller: Elaine C. Graham
Date: 02/28/14

39 Old Farm Road
Springfield, MA 01119
Amount: $124,900
Buyer: Winnie Ly
Seller: Ruth E. Marcial
Date: 02/28/14

3 Silver St.
Springfield, MA 01107
Amount: $150,000
Buyer: Radwan Zaitoun
Seller: Lisa J. Russell
Date: 03/07/14

691 State St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $290,000
Buyer: CF SBC UST 3 LLC
Seller: Tracey A. Crawford
Date: 02/27/14

54 Timber Lane
Springfield, MA 01119
Amount: $155,000
Buyer: David Muniz
Seller: Natalie Rose LLC
Date: 03/07/14

343 Trafton Road
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $135,000
Buyer: James G. Ekmalian
Seller: Russel G. Webster
Date: 02/28/14

13 Treetop Ave.
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $150,000
Buyer: James P. Murphy
Seller: James M. Niedbala
Date: 02/28/14

49 Trinity Terrace
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $171,400
Buyer: Kris Ludwig
Seller: Melro Associates Inc.
Date: 02/28/14

178 Waldorf St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $129,900
Buyer: Melissa Arce
Seller: Marth E. LLC
Date: 02/27/14

26 Weymouth St.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $146,900
Buyer: Carmine Manzi
Seller: Neil G. Newman
Date: 02/28/14

218 Winton St.
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $194,900
Buyer: Catherine E. Reynolds
Seller: Michael J. Richard
Date: 02/26/14

SOUTHWICK

14 Buckingham Dr.
Southwick, MA 01077
Amount: $144,000
Buyer: Cindy L. Degray
Seller: Michael Gavioli
Date: 02/28/14

10 Overlook Lane
Southwick, MA 01077
Amount: $186,500
Buyer: Lisa K. Baltronis
Seller: Pinnacle Estates At the Ranch
Date: 03/07/14

200 Sheep Pasture Road
Southwick, MA 01077
Amount: $259,900
Buyer: Robert M. Ducharme
Seller: Lon C. Winchell
Date: 02/28/14

136 Vining Hill Road
Southwick, MA 01077
Amount: $349,900
Buyer: Lon C. Winchell
Seller: Thomas Witham
Date: 02/28/14

TOLLAND

Clubhouse Road
Tolland, MA 01034
Amount: $230,000
Buyer: Edward N. Allen
Seller: Ronald Mack
Date: 02/28/14

WESTFIELD

164 Bates Road
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $270,000
Buyer: Andre J. Dion
Seller: Greg H. Connors
Date: 02/27/14

19 Bush St.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $147,500
Buyer: Cassandra L. Jaeger
Seller: Esther C. White
Date: 02/28/14

81 Carroll Dr.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $155,000
Buyer: Valerie K. Dulude
Seller: Hagan, Helen G., (Estate)
Date: 03/07/14

132 Foch Ave.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $205,000
Buyer: Jerah L. Organek
Seller: Kenneth H. Stomski
Date: 02/25/14

9 Gladwin Dr.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $130,000
Buyer: Retained Realty Inc.
Seller: Matthew R. Swayger
Date: 03/03/14

21 Jeanne Marie Dr.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $426,274
Buyer: FNMA
Seller: Vincent L. Petrangelo
Date: 02/24/14

12 Joseph Ave.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $185,000
Buyer: Edward J. Rondeau
Seller: Andrew D. Janicik
Date: 02/27/14

312 Northwest Road
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $132,000
Buyer: FHLM
Seller: Elaine Hawks
Date: 03/04/14

71 Pontoosic Road
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $172,000
Buyer: Matthew R. Schultze
Seller: Carlos Quiles
Date: 02/28/14

1168 Western Ave.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $287,500
Buyer: Kristopher B. Johnson
Seller: Theresa M. Dion
Date: 02/28/14

70 Westwood Dr.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $220,000
Buyer: Henry O. Wefing
Seller: Bernadette K. Gove
Date: 02/28/14

WILBRAHAM

67 Cherry Dr.
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Amount: $336,344
Buyer: Howard C. Eldridge
Seller: 2301 Boston Road LLC
Date: 02/25/14

5 Meeting House Lane
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Amount: $377,500
Buyer: Christian P. Damour
Seller: Gerald T. Eady
Date: 02/28/14

5 Russell Road
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Amount: $245,000
Buyer: David H. Silva
Seller: David H. Silva
Date: 02/28/14

98 Stony Hill Road
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Amount: $163,000
Buyer: Augusto Coelho
Seller: James J. Szmyt
Date: 03/07/14

WEST SPRINGFIELD

106 Butternut Hollow Road
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $289,000
Buyer: Jeffrey J. Hebert
Seller: Sequoia Properties Realty
Date: 02/28/14

99 City View Ave.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $177,000
Buyer: Erik G. Sudnick
Seller: Thomas Scott-Smith
Date: 02/28/14

336 Prospect Ave.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $150,000
Buyer: Lynda Peters
Seller: Frechette, Stephen L., (Estate)
Date: 03/07/14

274 Westfield St.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $975,000
Buyer: 274 Westfield Street LP
Seller: 3 Diamond Realty Corp.
Date: 03/06/14

HAMPSHIRE COUNTY

AMHERST

Belchertown Road
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $145,000
Buyer: Kestrel Land TR
Seller: Thatsaul LP
Date: 03/06/14

310 Belchertown Road
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $360,000
Buyer: Rocky Hill Road Partner LLC
Seller: Stanley E. Stosz
Date: 02/28/14

43 Country Corners Road
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $645,000
Buyer: Christine S. Hutchins
Seller: Benjamin C. Hammond
Date: 03/04/14

BELCHERTOWN

454 State St.
Belchertown, MA 01007
Amount: $147,000
Buyer: Richard K. Shone
Seller: Bonnie Robert
Date: 02/28/14

85 Turkey Hill Road
Belchertown, MA 01007
Amount: $209,000
Buyer: Kevin R. Green
Seller: Raymond R. Rex
Date: 03/07/14

211 Warner St.
Belchertown, MA 01007
Amount: $299,900
Buyer: Robb E. Kapinos
Seller: 21st Century Green Homes
Date: 02/28/14

44 Warren Wright Road
Belchertown, MA 01007
Amount: $268,000
Buyer: Katherine F. Jekanowski
Seller: Jeffrey D. Skrocki
Date: 02/24/14

EASTHAMPTON

65 Glendale St.
Easthampton, MA 01027
Amount: $500,000
Buyer: 65 Glendale Realty LLC
Seller: 65-67 Glendale St. Realty
Date: 02/28/14

1 Summer St.
Easthampton, MA 01027
Amount: $684,000
Buyer: North Harlow 2 LLC
Seller: Stephen C. Robinson
Date: 02/26/14

134 West St.
Easthampton, MA 01027
Amount: $135,000
Buyer: David L. Pogue
Seller: Tofino Associates LLC
Date: 02/26/14

HATFIELD

115 Elm St. #30
Hatfield, MA 01038
Amount: $240,000
Buyer: Paula M. Corbett
Seller: Hatfield Village LLC
Date: 02/27/14

NORTHAMPTON

72 Drewsen Dr.
Northampton, MA 01062
Amount: $213,000
Buyer: Casey H. Krone
Seller: Linda Mondschein
Date: 02/28/14

53 Emerson Way
Northampton, MA 01062
Amount: $447,500
Buyer: Nicholas P. Lata
Seller: Countryside Homes Builder
Date: 02/25/14

16 Ford Xing
Northampton, MA 01060
Amount: $563,009
Buyer: Sherry H. McKenney
Seller: Wright Builders Inc.
Date: 03/05/14

65 Franklin St.
Northampton, MA 01060
Amount: $408,800
Buyer: John P. Berkowitz
Seller: Mark C. Wineburg
Date: 02/24/14

108 Grove St.
Northampton, MA 01060
Amount: $154,275
Buyer: Bruce P. Volz
Seller: Monska FT
Date: 02/28/14

200 King St.
Northampton, MA 01060
Amount: $380,000
Buyer: Valley Building Co. Inc.
Seller: Demers Family Realty LLC
Date: 02/28/14

206 King St.
Northampton, MA 01060
Amount: $434,000
Buyer: Valley Building Co. Inc.
Seller: Demers Family Realty LLC
Date: 02/28/14

56 Meadow St.
Northampton, MA 01062
Amount: $170,000
Buyer: Michael J. Behrens
Seller: Doppman, Magdalene T., (Estate)
Date: 02/28/14

172 North Maple St.
Northampton, MA 01062
Amount: $236,000
Buyer: John P. McAllister
Seller: Paula M. Corbett
Date: 02/27/14

91 South St.
Northampton, MA 01060
Amount: $980,000
Buyer: Yarland Properties LLC
Seller: Minnick Real Estate LLC
Date: 02/28/14

91 Turkey Hill Road
Northampton, MA 01062
Amount: $365,000
Buyer: Christopher J. White
Seller: Timothy V. Parsons
Date: 02/28/14

383 Westhampton Road
Northampton, MA 01062
Amount: $365,000
Buyer: Gleason Johndrow Rentals
Seller: Jacob W. Schrader
Date: 03/04/14

SOUTH HADLEY

154 Old Lyman Road
South Hadley, MA 01075
Amount: $215,000
Buyer: Maxine Szydziak
Seller: Wells Fargo Bank
Date: 03/04/14

SOUTHAMPTON

71 Gilbert Road
Southampton, MA 01073
Amount: $399,000
Buyer: Jessica I. Saraceno
Seller: Robert K. Eckert
Date: 03/05/14

WARE

93 Beaver Lake Road
Ware, MA 01082
Amount: $179,900
Buyer: Elsie C. Rutan-Heningham
Seller: Hunky Dory & Umps RT
Date: 03/06/14

42 Crescent St.
Ware, MA 01082
Amount: $288,512
Buyer: FNMA
Seller: Kevin M. Fleming
Date: 03/03/14

15 Lee Road
Ware, MA 01082
Amount: $160,000
Buyer: Jennifer L. Friberg
Seller: David J. Armstrong
Date: 02/28/14

WILLIAMSBURG

42 South St.
Williamsburg, MA 01096
Amount: $220,000
Buyer: Jennifer Smith
Seller: Leonika R. Allen
Date: 02/26/14

Bankruptcies

By
Bankruptcies Departments

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

Aguiar, Yabet
49 Russell St.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 03/07/14

Baer, Carol B.
a/k/a Pafenbach, Carol B.
83 Whilshire Dr.
Cheshire, MA 01225
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 03/07/14

Beam, Dorothy H.
125 Simonich Circle
Chicopee, MA 01013
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 03/07/14

Belcher, Mark D.
Belcher, Ann M.
15 Gilmore Ave.
Great Barrington, MA 01230
Chapter: 13
Filing Date: 03/10/14

Borey, Steven W.
Mosher-Borey, Renee L.
44 West Main St.
Orange, MA 01364
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/28/14

Chace, Jeremy E.
120 East Road
Orange, MA 01364
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/28/14

Charlton, Stephen W.
10 Number 9 Road
Charlemont, MA 01339
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 03/06/14

Croteau, Nicole L.
22 Tiderman Road
Wales, MA 01081
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 03/07/14

Ferrando, Angela M.
21 Mayo St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 03/06/14

Ferris, William F.
474 East River St.
Orange, MA 01364
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/28/14

Flamand, Gregory R.
109 Brookfield Road
Brimfield, MA 01010
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 03/10/14

Flynn, Brandon K.
73 Sterling St.
Springfield, MA 01107
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 03/07/14

Gustafson, Dorothy A.
7 Wilbraham Road
Monson, MA 01057
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 03/07/14

Hillard, Raymond F.
101 St. James Ave.
Westfield, MA 01085
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 03/11/14

Jabeen, Nargis
478 Newbury St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 03/10/14

Lord, Lorraine A.
47 Pleasant St.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 03/06/14

Lunden, Kristen L.
355 School St.
Athol, MA 01331
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 03/07/14

Neill, Diane Marie
P.O. Box 231
Belchertown, MA 01007
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 03/07/14

Pasiecnik, Michael S.
Pasiecnik, Debra A.
P.O. Box 88
South Deerfield, MA 01373
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 03/05/14

Pocograno, Joseph E.
602 Amostown Road
West Springfield, MA 01089
Chapter: 13
Filing Date: 03/04/14

Ramirez, Juana M.
33 Pembroke St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 03/05/14

Ramos, Omar L.
34 Barbara Lane
Feeding Hills, MA 01030
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/28/14

Razzaq, Sheikh A.
478 Newbury St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 03/10/14

Stanikmas, Kevin M.
Stanikmas, Wendy M.
a/k/a Case, Wendy
a/k/a Melanson, Wendy
1026 Lincoln Road
Oakham, MA 01068
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 03/06/14

Streit, Laura J.
139 Robbins Ave.
Pittsfield, MA 01201
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 03/07/14

Universal Quality Machine Inc.
650 Beaulieu St.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Chapter: 11
Filing Date: 03/10/14

Varnot, Rosemary
46 River Road
Agawam, MA 01001
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 03/06/14

Wiater, Paul N.
Wiater, Susan J.
280 Wildermere St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 03/04/14

Wise, Marcy L.
20 Herbert Ave.
Springfield, MA 01119
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 03/07/14

Doing Business as Certificates

By
DBA Certificates Departments

The following Business Certificates and Trade Names were issued or renewed during the month of and March 2014.

AGAWAM

Alexa McCabe Esthetician
833 Springfield St.
Alexa McCabe

Allure Med Spa
159 Main St.
Mary Jo Carruthers

Crafty Cookie
1226 Springfield St.
Angela Jordan

Gregory’s
50 Kanawha Ave.
Gregory Ruge

JK Deliveries
29 Sutton Place
Jason Kendall

Tiffany M. Smith Realty
814 South West St.
Tiffany M. Smith

CHICOPEE

Ear 2 Track
1 Springfield St.
James Kometani

Gauron Provision
576 Fuller Road
William Guaron

Lilly Photography
254 Frontenac St.
Stephanie Knoll

The Spa at Stoney Brook
477 Britton St.
Marci Ryder

GREENFIELD

Absolutely Fabulous Hair
305 Wells St.
Jodi Kocsis

Chinese Bodywork
41 Main St.
Qing J. Luo

Hair Affairs
30 Mohawk Trail
Joshua Candelaria

MJM Aviation
108 Hastings St.
Michael McIntyre

Re-bath of Pioneer Valley
6 French Kings Highway
PV Bathrooms Inc.

Sketch Design
30 Warner St.
Matthew Beaudoin

HOLYOKE

Giggles Daycare
53 Argyle Ave.
Siobhan M. Sullivan

Ind Court Deli Mart
301 High St.
Roberto Rivera

Lalla Jolie Scarves & Accessories
97 Franklin St.
Lalla B. Ornan

Mr. Mold Finder
12 Arbor Way
Arthur Marshall

PALMER

Menard Garage Doors, LLC
1020 Central St.
Brenda Menard

Rainbow Gardens
3023 Foster St.
Nancy Golas

Ziggy Enterprises
1029 Park St.
Christiane Torchia

SPRINGFIELD

5 Star DJ Alliance
49 Nursery St.
Myrtho Lambert

A-One Mini Mart
431 White St.
Mohammad R. Awan

Acceptance Now
665 Boston Road
Rac Acceptance

B & D Dollar & Discount
494 Central St.
Louis Brantley

BPM Installations
22 Geneva St.
Brian P. Marceau

B.L. Cleaning Service
93 Duggan Circle
William E. Lowe

Bio Cleaner of Main Street
806 Main St.
Jong N. Joo

Chi Chi Sullivans
520 Sumner Ave.
Sarno Enterprises

City Beat Multimedia
70 Cornell St.
Anthony S. Bass

Ci Leigha
183 Maynard St.
Ci L. Woods

Dan Auto Sales
201 Berkshire Ave.
Daniel Rios

Durraingd Myndz Entertainment
1139 Sumner Ave.
Hector Emilio

EZ Services & Travel
16 ½ Longhill St.
Ricardo Del Valle

El Shaddai Daycare
70 Leete St.
Helen J. Salem

Express Grocery
1133 State St.
Gavy G. Pimentel

Felix’s Breakfast
67 Liberty St.
Lesbia I. Nieves

Fred Sellica Travel
672 Dickinson St.
Fred P. Sellica

Hampshire Hills Inc.
620 Page Blvd.
Hampshire Hills

Hunter Kelly Entertainment
76 Greene St.
Lamara S. Hunter

WESTFIELD

Alexander Ruge Trend Sound
356 Valley View Dr.
Alexander Ruge

Allied Logging
167 Prospect St.
Adam Roberts

Comp Control Inc.
7 Pineridge Ave.
James O’Neill

Danis Promotion
45 Northridge Road
Danis Slivca

Eastwood Self Storage
61 Union St.
Ronald Schortmann

GDM
111 Airport Road
Michelle Grassi

I Zing Thing
22 Elm St.
Suzanne A. Tracy

WEST SPRINGFIELD

A and J’s Used Auto Sales
44 Exposition Terrace
Julio A. Miranda

DMP Supply Company Inc.
21 Bramble Ave.
Donald Del Buono

Green Stone
34 Lewis Ave.
Sami Hajrizi

Neverlow Apparel
119 Highland Ave.
Jonathan Karas

Pho B6 Vietnamese Cuisine
764 Riverdale St.
John Huang

Picture Awards Inc.
871 Elm St.
Joseph J. Esile, Jr.

Scuderi Group Inc.
1111 Elm St.
Salvatore Scuderi

T-Shirt Station
1458 Riverdale St.
2P Designs, LLC

The Vape Bar Escape
209 Elm St.
Maria Filippone

Incorporations

By
Departments Incorporations

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

Agawam

F. Fusco Inc., 384 Walnut St. Ext., Agawam, MA 01001. Anthony F. Grassetti Sr., 32 Alexander Dr., Agawam, MA 01001. Retail sales of liquor, beer, wine, food, and meals.

Inspired Marketing Inc., 168 Elm St. Ste. B-10, Agawam, MA 01001. Jill Christine Monson, 86 Russell St., Springfield, MA 01004. Marketing and event planning.

MyEcigs Inc., 154 Beekman Dr., Agawam, MA 01001. Joseph M. Rondolettom, same. Retail sale of E-Cigarettes.

Amherst

Pita Pocket Inc., 5 Eaton Court, Amherst, MA 01002. George Ejja, same. Fast food and vegetarian food restaurant.

Chicopee

Inteliface Solutions Inc., 50 Austin St., Chicopee, MA 01013. Paul P. Barrasso, 23 Belgrade St., Revere, MA 02151. Biotechnical software and applications.

LC Corporation, 472 Burnett Road, Chicopee, MA 01020. Laurie A. Kareta, PO Box 295, Ludlow, MA 01056. Hair styling salon and spa.

Granby

RJ’s Outdoor Power Inc., 6 West State St., Granby, MA 01033. Robert W. Jennings, 116 Dixie Terrace, Chicopee, MA 01020. Engine-powered equipment repair.

Great Barrington

Fiddleheads Grille Inc., 252 Park St., Great Barrington, MA 01230. David Michael Pullaro, same. Restaurant.

Great Barrington Auto Supply Inc., 227 Stockbridge Road, Great Barrington, MA 01230. Anthony S. Lioy, same. Retail/wholesale auto parts.

Holyoke

One Stop Technology Inc., 4 Open Square Way, Ste. 120, Holyoke, MA 01040. Robert L. Albrecht, 667 West Cherry St., Holyoke, MA 01040. Computer technology.

Longmeadow

Express Flooring Inc., 551 Williams St., Longmeadow, MA 01106. James R. Beach, same. Flooring services.

Jag Geriatrics, P.C., 15 Pendleton Lane, Longmeadow, MA 01106. Udaya Banu Jagedeesan, 46 Center Square, East Longmeadow, MA 01028. Geriatric medical services.

Pittsfield

Burrito Grande Inc., 37 North St., Pittsfield, MA 01201. Samir Abdallah, same. Restaurant.

David L. DeGiorgis Wood Craftsman Inc., 418 ½ West Housatonic St., Pittsfield, MA 01021. David L. DeGiorgis, 71 Thomas Island Road, Pittsfield, MA 01021. Construction contracting.

FBR Painting Corp., 18 Copley Terrace, Pittsfield, MA 01201. Fabiano Robadel, same. Painting.

DOING BUSINESS AS CERTIFICATES
 
The following Business Certificates and Trade Names were issued or renewed during the month of and March 2014.

AGAWAM

Alexa McCabe Esthetician
833 Springfield St.
Alexa McCabe

Allure Med Spa
159 Main St.
Mary Jo Carruthers

Crafty Cookie
1226 Springfield St.
Angela Jordan

Gregory’s
50 Kanawha Ave.
Gregory Ruge

JK Deliveries
29 Sutton Place
Jason Kendall

Tiffany M. Smith Realty
814 South West St.
Tiffany M. Smith

CHICOPEE

Ear 2 Track
1 Springfield St.
James Kometani

Gauron Provision
576 Fuller Road
William Guaron

Lilly Photography
254 Frontenac St.
Stephanie Knoll

The Spa at Stoney Brook
477 Britton St.
Marci Ryder

GREENFIELD

Absolutely Fabulous Hair
305 Wells St.
Jodi Kocsis

Chinese Bodywork
41 Main St.
Qing J. Luo

Hair Affairs
30 Mohawk Trail
Joshua Candelaria

MJM Aviation
108 Hastings St.
Michael McIntyre

Re-bath of Pioneer Valley
6 French Kings Highway
PV Bathrooms Inc.

Sketch Design
30 Warner St.
Matthew Beaudoin

HOLYOKE

Giggles Daycare
53 Argyle Ave.
Siobhan M. Sullivan

Ind Court Deli Mart
301 High St.
Roberto Rivera

Lalla Jolie Scarves & Accessories
97 Franklin St.
Lalla B. Ornan

Mr. Mold Finder
12 Arbor Way
Arthur Marshall

PALMER

Menard Garage Doors, LLC
1020 Central St.
Brenda Menard

Rainbow Gardens
3023 Foster St.
Nancy Golas

Ziggy Enterprises
1029 Park St.
Christiane Torchia

SPRINGFIELD

5 Star DJ Alliance
49 Nursery St.
Myrtho Lambert

A-One Mini Mart
431 White St.
Mohammad R. Awan

Acceptance Now
665 Boston Road
Rac Acceptance

B & D Dollar & Discount
494 Central St.
Louis Brantley

BPM Installations
22 Geneva St.
Brian P. Marceau

B.L. Cleaning Service
93 Duggan Circle
William E. Lowe

Bio Cleaner of Main Street
806 Main St.
Jong N. Joo

Chi Chi Sullivans
520 Sumner Ave.
Sarno Enterprises

City Beat Multimedia
70 Cornell St.
Anthony S. Bass

Ci Leigha
183 Maynard St.
Ci L. Woods

Dan Auto Sales
201 Berkshire Ave.
Daniel Rios

Durraingd Myndz Entertainment
1139 Sumner Ave.
Hector Emilio

EZ Services & Travel
16 ½ Longhill St.
Ricardo Del Valle

El Shaddai Daycare
70 Leete St.
Helen J. Salem

Express Grocery
1133 State St.
Gavy G. Pimentel

Felix’s Breakfast
67 Liberty St.
Lesbia I. Nieves

Fred Sellica Travel
672 Dickinson St.
Fred P. Sellica

Hampshire Hills Inc.
620 Page Blvd.
Hampshire Hills

Hunter Kelly Entertainment
76 Greene St.
Lamara S. Hunter

WESTFIELD

Alexander Ruge Trend Sound
356 Valley View Dr.
Alexander Ruge

Allied Logging
167 Prospect St.
Adam Roberts

Comp Control Inc.
7 Pineridge Ave.
James O’Neill

Danis Promotion
45 Northridge Road
Danis Slivca

Eastwood Self Storage
61 Union St.
Ronald Schortmann

GDM
111 Airport Road
Michelle Grassi

I Zing Thing
22 Elm St.
Suzanne A. Tracy

WEST SPRINGFIELD

A and J’s Used Auto Sales
44 Exposition Terrace
Julio A. Miranda

DMP Supply Company Inc.
21 Bramble Ave.
Donald Del Buono

Green Stone
34 Lewis Ave.
Sami Hajrizi

Neverlow Apparel
119 Highland Ave.
Jonathan Karas

Pho B6 Vietnamese Cuisine
764 Riverdale St.
John Huang

Picture Awards Inc.
871 Elm St.
Joseph J. Esile, Jr.

Scuderi Group Inc.
1111 Elm St.
Salvatore Scuderi

T-Shirt Station
1458 Riverdale St.
2P Designs, LLC

The Vape Bar Escape
209 Elm St.
Maria Filippone

Briefcase

By
Briefcase Departments

North Adams Regional Hospital Closes
NORTH ADAMS — The board of trustees of Northern Berkshire Healthcare (NBH) approved a resolution late last month to close North Adams Regional Hospital (NARH), the Visiting Nurse Assoc. & Hospice of Northern Berkshire, and three medical practices owned by NBH. The decision was made in response to NBH’s worsening financial status. The organizations closed on March 28, but a court order kept the hospital Emergency Department open for the time being. “In the six years that I have been on the board, we have investigated every possible avenue and exhausted all options as we searched for a way to continue operating the hospital and its affiliates,” said Julia Bolton, board chair. “Board members, management, physicians, and employees have worked together with dedication and commitment to prevent this outcome. But now, given our finances and the daunting challenges that small rural community hospitals are facing in this healthcare environment, we can no longer continue.” More than 500 affected employees received layoff notices and assistance in filing for unemployment benefits. Northern Berkshire Healthcare Physicians Group includes Northern Berkshire Family Medicine, Northern Berkshire Ob/Gyn, and Northern Berkshire General Surgery, all in North Adams. “The implications of this decision are far-reaching, but our primary concern is for our patients,” said Timothy Jones, president and CEO of NBH. “We are working tirelessly to ensure a smooth transition to other care providers including other hospitals in the region.” Patients of Northern Berkshire Family Medicine and the VNA & Hospice of Northern Berkshire are being transitioned to other practices and agencies. “North Adams Regional Hospital opened 129 years ago in 1885, and as an institution we have served the people of this area with dedication and pride,” Jones said. “Many of those who work here have served our patients for decades, and today’s news is a shock. We wish it could be different.” Meanwhile, lawyers working for the state are seeking to keep emergency services operating for at least 90 days during any ownership transition or closure. Lawmakers are also discussing the possibility of merging NBS with a larger, more stable partner, most likely Berkshire Health Systems in Pittsfield.

Springfield Armor to Bolt for Michigan
SPRINGFIELD — The Springfield Armor, the NBA Developmental League affiliate of the Brooklyn Nets, have signed a deal with the Detroit Pistons to become that team’s minor-league affiliate and moves to Grand Rapids for the 2014-15 season. Owner Michael Savit’s decision to sell, first reported by Michigan-based mlive.com, came as a surprise to Springfield officials. The team has played at the MassMutual Center for the past five years. The new Grand Rapids franchise has an undisclosed multi-year affiliation agreement with the Pistons in place, and the sale has met league approval, according to mlive.com. It will play home games at The DeltaPlex Arena in Walker, a Grand Rapids suburb. The franchise will be locally owned, and the Pistons will establish a single-franchise affiliation with it. Currently, 14 of the 17 D-League teams have single-franchise affiliations with NBA parents. Detroit currently is one of six NBA teams sharing the Fort Wayne (Ind.) Mad Ants. D-League teams follow one of two ownership models — exclusive ownership by the parent NBA club, or a hybrid affiliation in which local ownership controls day-to-day and business operations while the parent club controls basketball operations. The Grand Rapids franchise will follow the hybrid model, whereby the Pistons will pay players’ and coaches’ salaries and run basketball operations, but local owners operate autonomously in other business areas, including marketing and merchandising.

UMass Football to Leave Mid-American Conference
AMHERST — The University of Massachusetts has announced that it will end its football affiliation with the Mid-American Conference (MAC) following the 2015 season. Athletic Director John McCutcheon said the decision was made after the MAC President’s Council elected to exercise a contract clause that offered UMass a choice of becoming a full member for all sports in the MAC or opting to remain a football-only member for just two more years. The university has been conducting a study of its current and potential conference alignments with the assistance of Carr Sports Consulting. “While the report is not complete,” McCutcheon said, “we believe full membership for all sports in the MAC is not a good fit for us. Because most of the MAC schools are in the Midwest, the additional travel would strain our athletic budget and pose considerable time-management challenges for our student athletes. We are confident that, within the next two years, we will find a more suitable conference for our FBS football program.” Currently, UMass Amherst has 21 varsity athletic teams (10 for men, 11 for women). Football plays in the MAC, and the other 20 teams compete in the Atlantic 10 Conference, Hockey East (men’s ice hockey), and the Colonial Athletic Assoc. (men’s lacrosse). UMass began playing as a football-only member of the MAC in 2012. McCutcheon added that “we remain committed to FBS football. Many institutions have successfully navigated this challenging period of conference realignment, and we will do the same.” Football coach Mark Whipple expressed confidence in the future of the university’s football program. “I was aware of this possibility when I accepted the position of head coach, and I believe this move is in the university’s best interest,” he said. “My focus is on building a program that we all can be proud of and that provides a great experience for our student athletes.” Whipple, the coach with the most wins in UMass football history, returned to the helm of the program this year. The Minutemen’s 2014 home schedule includes three games at refurbished McGuirk Alumni Stadium in Amherst and three games at Gillette Stadium in Foxboro.

Leadership Pioneer Valley Seeks Applications for Fall
SPRINGFIELD — Leadership Pioneer Valley (LVP) is now accepting applications for its 2015 class, which begins in late September. LVP is a regional leadership-development program for 40 existing and emerging leaders from the private, public, and nonprofit sectors. It helps businesses retain employees; enhances leadership skills, including collaboration, team building, confidence, and cultural competency; builds wider and more diverse networks; and increases community and regional understanding. The 10-month program immerses participants in an inspiring and results-driven curriculum that teaches hands-on leadership skills while examining critical issues that impact the region. LVP combines seminars and experiential learning at different locations throughout the Valley to foster the skills, collaboration, networks, and commitment needed to build the next generation of area leaders. The competitive application process prioritizes diversity by employment sector, geography, race, gender, and sexual orientation. “I have had the opportunity to work with some of the Baystate graduates of LPV,” said Steven Bradley, vice president of Government and Community Relations and Public Affairs at Baystate Health. “They are taking their learning seriously and upped their leadership within their departments and in the organization as a whole. It was a great experience for them and Baystate.” To find information about tuition, upcoming open houses, the 2014-15 program schedule, and how to apply, visit www.leadershippv.org. The application deadline is July 1.

Ted Hebert to Sue Big E Over Casino Fallout
WEST SPRINGFIELD — West Springfield resident Ted Hebert, owner of Teddy Bear Pools, who was opposed to the Hard Rock Casino proposed for the Big E fairgrounds and defeated in September by West Springfield voters, recently filed a lawsuit on behalf of himself and Teddy Bear Pools against the Eastern States Exposition, claiming his West Springfield casino opposition has led to Big E management to exclude Teddy Bear Pools from the 2014 Fair after 28 consecutive years as an exhibitor. “We filed suit today [March 31] in Hampden County Superior Court seeking injunctive relief that would allow Teddy Bear Pools, an exhibitor at the Eastern States Exposition for the past 28 years, to have a continued presence,” said Hebert’s attorney, Paul Rothschild of the Springfield law firm Bacon Wilson, P.C. “Prior to the referendum and after Ted Hebert expressed his personal opposition to a proposed West Springfield casino, documents we are prepared to submit in a hearing before the court will show that Big E management suggested Hebert ‘be a team player’ and withdraw his opposition to the casino. Since the referendum this past September, Ted Hebert has repeatedly reached out to fair management and members of the exposition’s board of trustees to maintain the long-standing relationship between Teddy Bear Pools and the Big E, and to continue a presence on the fairgrounds for this year’s fair. Hebert learned his company would not be welcomed at the 2014 Big E, and Teddy Bear Pools was omitted from the standard exposition communication about leasing space for the fall fair.” Big E President Gene Cassidy told the Republican that he was not aware of the lawsuit until he was asked about it by the newspaper. Rothschild said he planned to seeking a hearing in Superior Court based on the Massachusetts Civil Rights Statute, claiming that Hebert’s civil rights were interfered with by “threats, intimidation, or coercion” and exclusion from the upcoming Big E by fair management. The lawsuit will seek reinstatement as an exhibitor and an award of damages.

Business Confidence Up Slightly in March
BOSTON — The Associated Industries of Massachusetts (AIM) Business Confidence Index, continuing to hold close to a neutral 50 on its 100-point scale, rose slightly to 51.1 in March. “Business confidence in Massachusetts has been in neutral range for a year, dipping below neutral when there was a threat of federal default and when the  government shut down in October, but otherwise with not much upside,” said Raymond Torto, global chairman of research at CBRE and chair of AIM’s Board of Economic Advisors. Torto pointed to several factors that are holding the confidence index down. “One is a generally negative view of national conditions, attributable in part to deadlocked politics. The confidence numbers are persistently low in relation to the actual performance of the economy. Another, as we noted last month, is particularly weak confidence among small employers, who face severe competitive pressures and feel the weight of regulatory burdens. Finally, hiring trends are built into our index, and among employers participating in our survey, the ability to contribute to job creation has been less hearty than might be expected during a recovery period.” AIM’s Business Confidence Index has been issued monthly since July 1991 under the oversight of the Board of Economic Advisors. Presented on a scale on which 50 is neutral, its historical high was 68.5, attained in 1997 and 1998; its all-time low was 33.3 in February 2009.

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FieldEddy Acquires John Pires Agency
EAST LONGMEADOW — FieldEddy Insurance, one of the largest independent insurance agencies in Western Mass., continues to expand its footprint after recently acquiring the Ludlow-based John Pires Agency. The FieldEddy network is made up of agencies throughout Western Mass., with locations in South Hadley, Monson, and Ludlow, with headquarters located in East Longmeadow. “We feel that this is a great opportunity for the customers of John Pires as well as our agency,” said FieldEddy President Timm Marini. “We look forward to delivering our top-notch service and value to these customers, which is what FieldEddy has become known for.” The transition is expected to be seamless and is already underway, he added.

Balise Collision Repair Receives Prestigious Certification
WEST SPRINGFIELD — Balise Collision Repair on Riverdale Street in West Springfield has been officially certified as a Lexus-approved repair facility. There are fewer than 25 Lexus-certified repair facilities in the U.S., and Balise Collision Repair is the only one in New England. To achieve certification status, a facility’s technicians, supervisors, managers, and office staff must complete a rigorous training program, including online classes and on-site practicums. Employees are then tested in various areas depending on their job classification. Dave Thomas, Lexus Eastern Area customer service operations manager, made the presentation to Jeb Balise, president and CEO of Balise Motor Sales. Balise cited the dedication of the staff at the collision facility.  “This is a tremendous honor for us, and all the credit needs to go to the people who work at this facility for making it happen.”

Hazen Paper Dominates AIMCAL Awards with Record-setting Seven Wins
HOLYOKE — Hazen Paper Co. was honored an unprecedented seven times with awards at the annual management meeting of the Assoc. of International Metallizers, Coaters and Laminators (AIMCAL) in Phoenix, Ariz. on March 16. The seven distinct Hazen products that merited the judges’ votes included packaging for sports equipment, drugstore and luxury healthcare, cosmetics and toiletries, a digital promotional poster for a pop/rock band, and DVD packaging. “We’re very pleased to have impressed the judges,” said President John Hazen. “Each award is validating alone. A combination of custom work we produce from the concept forward in our holographic lab and popular materials we stock to convert, as a whole they demonstrate Hazen’s versatility and exceptional ability to develop materials that ignite interest and turbo-charge sales in a wide variety of applications and markets.” Hazen received a technical award in the Nonfood category for Titleist Pro V1 and Pro V1x premium golf-ball sleeves and folding cartons featuring a rich, glowing finish created by transfer-metallizing film and laminating it to board, which Hazen completes in house. In addition to delivering a result that is twice as bright and reflective as foil, the surface achieves source reduction (95% less aluminum) and enhances recyclability, while improving folding, gluing, and filling operations. Hazen also received a technical award in Healthcare, Cosmetics and Toiletries for metallizing and converting setup boxes for Procter & Gamble’s Gucci Pour Homme and Made to Measure gift sets. Hazen metallized and laminated polyester with an Ultracure coating to litho paper for a luxurious package that resists fingerprints. AIMCAL judges awarded marketing honors to Hazen in multiple categories. In Retail Label, Hazen was recognized for a custom holographic label for Warner Home Video’s 75th-anniversary limited edition of The Wizard of Oz. The litho label features precisely registered custom holography as well as embossed lettering. In Healthcare, Cosmetics and Toiletries Packaging, folding cartons for Ultradent Opalescence Go Tooth Whitening System gleaned top honors for an eye-catching double-rainbow hologram and die-cut ‘bubbles’; Hazen metallized Double Rainbow holographic film and laminated it to solid bleached sulfate (SBS) to deliver a compelling package that simulates motion on the shelf. Custom holography earned Hazen the marketing award in Nonfood Packaging as well, for Pure Fishing’s Spiderwire Stealth Glow-Vis Braid, in a package for a unique fishing line. Hazen collaborated with Olympak Packaging and Printing to design a hologram, applied an embossable coating to polyester film, embossed and metallized the holograph, then laminated it onto recycled paperboard and sheeted it for printing in register. In Decorative/Display, Hazen Paper provided the digital substrate for a poster designed by Dwight Maddox for Don Miggs’ pop/rock band, miggs, to be printed on an HP 7500 Indigo digital press. Finally, in the Other category, Hazen custom holography won over the judges with an album cover for Gap Dream’s Shine Your Light, on Burger Records). Hazen created copyrighted holograms for front and back, and transfer-metallized the film to SBS, precisely registered for printing.

Mercy Home Care Receives Top Rating from DPH
WEST SPRINGFIELD — Mercy Home Care has earned a perfect, deficiency-free survey from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH). To receive such a survey, home-care agencies must successfully complete a rigorous, unannounced evaluation that includes a review of medical records, clinical procedures, staffing levels, and quality data.  Surveyors also accompany staff members on home visits and interview patients about their experience with the agency. “The very nature of such a DPH survey leaves no room for preparation prior to the arrival of reviewers. Consequently, this deficiency-free survey underscores Mercy Home Care’s daily success in providing outstanding in-home nursing and rehabilitation services to patients who are recovering from illness or injury,” said Christopher McLaughlin, chief operating officer of the Mercy Continuing Care Network within the Sisters of Providence Health System. In Massachusetts, home-care agencies are reviewed by DPH surveyors every three years. Mercy Home Care’s most recent survey took four days to complete and involved 10 home visits with different clinicians as well as intensive reviews of 20 records. “Mercy Home Care patients are at the center of a multi-disciplinary approach to care that is designed to help them maintain or regain their independence. This approach requires staff members to work as a cohesive group, and the deficiency-free survey is a reflection of the outstanding teamwork at Mercy Home Care,” said Sue Pickett, executive director of Mercy Home Care.

More Than $800,000 Given to Schools Through Big Y Education Express
SPRINGFIELD — Big Y Foods Inc. announced recently that more than $800,000 in free educational materials was awarded to more than 2,000 schools in Massachusetts and Connecticut through the grocery chain’s Education Express program. The company provided a partial list of those supplies, which included 2,236 playground balls, 975 books, 372 calculators, 97 digital cameras, 59 computer tablets, 579 musical instruments, 1,313 packs of crayons, 2,523 reams of copier paper, and 27,128 pencils. Since its inception in 1993, the Big Y Education Express Program has awarded close to $14 million in free supplies and equipment to local schools. “At Big Y, we believe it is important to support our communities and the education of our children,” said Donald D’Amour, Big Y Chairman and CEO. “The Education Express Program helps our local schools supplement their tight budgets and get items for the arts, technology, and even necessities like paper and pencils. It’s just one way we are able to give back and help our future generation receive the essential tools they need for the best education possible.” Community support was the key ingredient to the success of Education Express, and the program was a win-win for customers, he added. Customers purchased money-saving products designated throughout the stores by specially designed school-bus logo shelf tags to earn valuable merchandise points for the school of their choice.  Schools then redeemed those points for free educational supplies such as computers, art supplies, musical instruments, and sports equipment. The program was free to Big Y customers, and shoppers could track their donated point totals on their register receipt and through a Facebook app. In addition to the Education Express Program, Big Y operates the Big Y Scholarship Program, which awards 300 scholarships worth $250,000 annually to academically outstanding students in its market area. Big Y also donates food valued at more than $4.5 million to local nonprofit organizations, schools, churches, and educational programs each year.

Fallon Health Marks Milestone
WORCESTER — Fallon Health, a not-for-profit healthcare-services organization, recently celebrated a historic milestone in the growth of community-based care for seniors. With its opening of four new programs last month, the number of Programs of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) now exceeds 100 across the U.S. PACE, which was developed in San Francisco in the 1970s, helps to keep nursing-home-eligible elders living in the community. “The story of PACE is a rarity in today’s healthcare policy environment,” said Shawn Bloom, president and CEO of the National PACE Assoc. “PACE is a common-sense approach to providing care to older people that was rigorously studied and tested and then able to become a permanent part of our healthcare system. We don’t often see successful innovations allowed to thrive and grow like PACE.” The various PACE programs bring together a coordinated team of doctors, nurses, social workers, and therapists to provide seniors with an individualized care plan that addresses each person’s unique medical care and social needs. The result is higher-quality care and more favorable outcomes compared to traditional care options. More than 90% of PACE enrollees reside outside of nursing homes. “In Massachusetts, Fallon Health is proud to have led the way in senior-care services with our PACE program, Summit ElderCare, which we’ve offered for the last 19 years,” said Richard Burke, president of Senior Care Services and Government Affairs. “Today, Summit ElderCare is the largest PACE organization in New England and the fifth-largest in the nation.” There are now 103 PACE organizations operating in 31 states. As the only health plan in Massachusetts that is both an insurer and a provider of care, Fallon Health operates its PACE program in six locations in the Commonwealth: Worcester (two sites), Charlton (two locations), Leominster, and Springfield.

Chamber Corners: Upcoming Events

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AFFILIATED CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE OF GREATER SPRINGFIELD
www.myonlinechamber.com
(413) 787-1555

• April 9: ACCGS Lunch N Learn, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Lattitude Restaurant, 1388 Memorial Ave., West Springfield. Featuring “The Art of the Brand,” presented by Mary McCarthy of Andrew Associates. Attendees will learn the core elements of successful branding and the necessary building blocks that should be put in place in order to ensure that your brand successfully conveys meaningful messages that resonate with your customers or audience. Reservations are $20 for members, $30 for general admission, and may be made online at www.myonlinechamber.com or by contacting Cecile Larose at [email protected].
• April 30: Beacon Hill Summit, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Hosted by state Sen. Gale Candaras. Spend a day at the State House and hear from key legislators, members of the Patrick administration in its final months in office, and our local delegation. Reservations are $180 and include transportation, lunch at the Union Club, and a wrap-up reception at the 21st Amendment. Reservations may be made online at www.myonlinechamber.com or by contacting Cecile Larose at [email protected].

AMHERST AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
www.amherstarea.com
(413) 253-0700

• April 9: Chamber Breakfast, “The Power of Video,” 7:15-9 a.m. at the Courtyard by Marriott, 423 Russell St., Hadley. Learn about using videos to promote your business. Sponsored by Epic Filmmakers. Cost is $15 for members, $20 for non-members.
• April 23: Chamber After 5, 5-7 p.m., at Western MA Family Golf Center, 294 Russell St., Hadley. Cost is $10 for members, $15 for non-members.

CHICOPEE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
www.chicopeechamber.org
(413) 594-2101

• April 16: April Salute Breakfast, 7:15-9 a.m., at the Kittredge Center at Holyoke Community College. Tickets: $20 for members, $26 for non-members.
• April 16: April Business After Hours, 5-7 p.m., at the Residence Inn by Marriott. Tickets: $5 for members, $15 for non-members.

GREATER EASTHAMPTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
www.easthamptonchamber.org
(413) 527-9414

• April 10: Networking by Night, 5:30 p.m. More details to follow. RSVP appreciated. Contact us at (413) 527-9414 or [email protected]. Tickets are $5 for members, $15 for future members.
• May 02: Wine & Microbrew Tasting, 6 p.m., at Wyckoff Country Club. Unfamiliar with wines? Looking for the perfect wine for dinner? You’ve had the Wente Merlot and Chardonnay, but want to try the St. Michelle Riesling? Well, then, step up to the tasting bar. All of our guests (21 years of age and older) are welcome and encouraged to enjoy samples of more than 42 unique grape and fruit wines. Not interested in wine? That’s OK, because we have a microbrew tasting going on for you, too. One location, one price. Every year the event has grown. Tickets are $35 in advance or $40 at the door.

GREATER NORTHAMPTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
www.explorenorthampton.com
(413) 584-1900

• April 10: Seminar, “Art of Small Business,” first in a three-part series, 9-10:30 a.m., at the Greater Northampton Chamber of Commerce, 99 Pleasant St., Northampton. Presented by Don Lesser of Pioneer Training. Tickets: $20 for members, $25 for guests. Registration is required due to limited space.
• April 21: Seminar, “Art of Small Business,” second in a three-part series, 8:30- 9:30 a.m., at the Greater Northampton Chamber of Commerce, 99 Pleasant St., Northampton. Presented by Tina Stevens of Stevens 470. The program is free, but registration is required due to limited space.
• May 2: Spring Swizzle: Chamber Auction with a Twist! Hosted by Eastside Grill, 18 Strong Ave., Northampton, from 6:30 to 10 p.m. Presenting sponsor: Cooley Dickinson Hospital. The 21st auction has a whole new look. This private party is the chamber’s first and best social of the spring, an auction that showcases chamber members, and a night to dress up and step out for dinner to die for and music to swizzle to. Proceeds from the auction help the chamber keep membership affordable and offer a rich program of benefits for members and the community. Cost: $75, or $100 at the door. To order tickets, contact Esther at (413) 584-1900 or [email protected].
• May 7: Arrive@ 5, 5-7 p.m., at King & Cushman Inc.; 176 King St., Northampton. Sponsored by Applied Mortgage Services Corp., King Autobody, and Goggins Real Estate. Cost: $10 for members, $15 for non-members. Register at [email protected].
• June 4: Arrive@ 5, 5-7 p.m., at Black Birch Vineyard. Sponsored by Johnson & Hill Staffing Services, the Creative, and viz-bang! Cost is $10 for members, $15 for non-members. Register at [email protected].

GREATER WESTFIELD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
www.westfieldbiz.org
(413) 568-1618

• April 7: Mayor’s Coffee Hour, 8-9 a.m., at Renaissance Manor, 37 Feeding Hills Road, Westfield. The GWCC invites you to have coffee with Mayor Daniel Knapik in a very informal setting. Hear first-hand from the mayor about key issues and get an update on construction projects. The mayor also welcomes any questions or concerns you may have. Free, informative, and open to the pubic. To register, call Pam at the chamber office at (413) 568-1618, or e-mail [email protected].
• April 9: After 5 Connection, 5-7 p.m., at Czar Energy, 53 North Elm St., Westfield. Don’t forget your business cards. Great connection opportunities. Bring a prospective new member for free. Members: advertise your business with a table top for $50. Hors d’oeuvres served. Walk-ins welcome. Haven’t been to an After 5? Your first one is free. Cost: $10 for members, $15 for non-members (cash at the door). To register, call Pam at the chamber office at (413) 568-1618, or e-mail [email protected].
• April 30: Beacon Hill Summit, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Beacon Hill Summit, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Hosted by state Sen. Gale Candaras. Spend a day at the State House and hear from key legislators and members of the Patrick administration in its final months in office. Cost: $180, which includes bus, lunch, and reception. For more information, call the chamber office at (413) 568-1618.

WEST OF THE RIVER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
www.ourwrc.com
413-426-3880

• April 16: Networking Lunch, hosted by Cal’s, 12-1:30 p.m. Must be a member or guest of a member to attend. Enjoy a sit-down lunch while networking with fellow chamber members. Each attendee will get a chance to offer a brief sales pitch. The only cost is lunch; attendees will order off the menu and pay separately that day. We cannot invoice you. For more information, contact the chamber at (413) 426-3880 or [email protected].

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Time to Think About Summer — and Jobs

The calendar declares that it is only April. Spring is just beginning, and a brutal winter is thankfully in the past tense, but barely.

Still, it’s time to talk about summer and, more specifically, summer jobs for young people.

Some of the early projections for the numbers of jobs that will open up for those in high school and college are not particularly promising, and this is not surprising. While the recession was declared officially over roughly five years ago, it never really ended in this region, and many companies remain wary about making large investments — and new hiring certainly falls into that category.

Meanwhile, in this environment, where jobs are scarce and unemployment rates, while somewhat lower, remain high, many low-end, entry-level jobs are being taken by older individuals who are simply desperate to re-enter the workforce.

But the need to create jobs for young people and enable them to experience everything that summer employment brings — from the paycheck to the ability to work as part of a team, to the benefits of being around and learning from older people — will hopefully override concerns about adding some payroll for the summer months and create some opportunities.

In Boston, Mayor Martin Walsh — in an effort to continue, if not improve upon, the strong track record of his predecessor, Tom Menino, for spurring businesses to bring on summer help — has issued what amounts to a stern challenge to companies there to create some jobs. Indeed, his goal is to surpass Menino’s record of putting 10,000 teenagers to work, and the new target is 12,000.

The same type of call to arms is needed here.

The Regional Employment Board of Hampden County has officially launched its summer jobs program — an initiative that asks companies to add to their staffs or donate money so that positions can be created at area nonprofits — and other workforce-related organizations are doing the same.

We strongly advise area business owners to heed these requests and put some young people to work. There are benefits for these youngsters, the businesses themselves, and the region as a whole.

As we said, individuals get to put some money in their pockets, but they also have the opportunity to gain some maturity by absorbing the responsibilities that come with a job — be it at Friendly’s, Six Flags, MassMutual, or a local park or swimming pool. Meanwhile, these young people could be exposed to fields, or career paths, that they might not have considered before, such as the broad realm of healthcare.

As for the businesses, they’re introducing themselves to potential future employees and, at the same time, getting an infusion of youth — and young ideas — into their organizations.

And the region benefits because, ultimately, its workforce becomes larger and more versatile, something it will need to be if it is to attract new jobs across a number of sectors.

Yes, it’s only April. The Red Sox have just started playing, and many area golf courses aren’t even open. Flowers won’t be blooming for several more weeks. But it’s time to start thinking about summer and adding a summer job — or two, or three.

Times remain tough, the economy is still an issue, and many companies still lack the confidence for big expenditures. But summer jobs are investments — in young people and this region as a whole — and we hope area business owners can be inspired to make them.

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Bay Path College announced the following:

Brian Basgen

Brian Basgen

• Brian Basgen has been chosen as Executive Director for Information Technology. Basgen is a collaborative leader with a decade of experience managing IT in both higher education and the private sector. Most recently, he was the Assistant Vice Chancellor for IT at Pima Community College in Tuscon, Ariz. He holds an MS in IT management from Trident University and a BA in history and philosophy from Flinders University;
• Phylis Gedeon has joined the college as Associate Director of Compliance. Most recently, she was the Assistant Director of the Processing Unit in Financial Aid Services at the UMass Amherst. She earned her master’s of education in higher education at UMass and brings extensive and diverse knowledge in student financial services; and
• Michael Albano has been named Associate Director of Operations, Student Financial Services for Bay Path. Albano was the Associate Director of Financial Aid at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. A graduate of Western New England University, he earned his master’s of education at Springfield College and is currently working on his doctor of education degree at Northeastern University.
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Chuck Gijanto has resigned as president of Regional Markets for Baystate Health. In this role, he serves as CEO of Baystate Franklin Medical Center and Baystate Mary Lane Hospital and is responsible for Baystate Medical Practices in the Northern and Eastern regions. His last day will be June 27. Giganto joined Baystate Health in 2008 and has done much over the last six years to engage physicians, senior leaders, employees, community members, and donors in important discussions to set strategic direction for the system’s community hospitals. He has strengthened operations; led patient satisfaction, service, and financial-improvement initiatives; overseen the medical staff development plan; fueled new programs; and recruited critical physicians and healthcare leaders to the organization.
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Becker’s Hospital Review recently released its list of the Top 100 Chief Medical Officers of Hospitals and Health Systems. That list of notable physician leaders in the nation includes Dr. Mohammed Shafeeq Ahmed, COO and CMO of Baystate Mary Lane Hospital and Baystate Health Eastern Region. Physician leaders were selected for inclusion on this list based on their healthcare experience, awards they’ve received, and their commitment to continuous improvement in safety and quality care. Many of the leaders were nominated by their peers, and the list was vetted by industry experts. Ahmed joined Baystate Mary Lane Hospital in 2003 as a practicing physician, medical director of Baystate Medical Practices – Mary Lane Ob/Gyn, and chief of Obstetrics and Gynecology. He has also served as vice president of the medical staff and regional medical director for the Baystate Affiliated Physician Organization. In 2010, he began serving as chief medical officer. In 2012, he also assumed the role of chief operating officer for Baystate Mary Lane Hospital and Baystate Health Eastern Region.
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Big Y Foods announced the promotion of Eric Swensen to Vice President of Center Store for the 60-store chain. Swensen will oversee all grocery, dairy, frozen food, health and beauty care, general merchandise, pharmacy, retail pricing, space management, and store brands. He will be responsible for developing strategies and tactical direction as well as planning and support for each of these departments. He will report to Michael D’Amour, executive vice president.
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Diane Dukette has joined the Sisters of Providence Health System as Vice President of Fund Development. In this role, she serves as a key member of the Sisters of Providence leadership team, is responsible for all fund-raising and development efforts, and will lead major gifts. She will also design and implement a comprehensive plan for developing key external alliances by cultivating individual and philanthropic support. She will play a key role in driving philanthropic support for key system initiatives, including the recently announced expansion of the Sr. Mary Caritas Cancer Center. Dukette returns to SPHS with more than 20 years of experience in development, strategic marketing, and fund-raising. Most recently, she served as Vice President of Development at Cooley Dickinson Hospital in Northampton.

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Early Education: a Worthy Investment

By JOAN KAGAN

The Benjamin Franklin adage that “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” is as true today as it was when Franklin authored it in 1736. Pay attention early, and you prevent costly problems later — a simple concept that is demonstrated in high-quality early-education programs, such as Square One, in which the cognitive, social, emotional, health, and nutrition needs of children and families are addressed through research-based curriculums and activities.

Each April, the National Assoc. for the Education of Young Children shines a national spotlight on the needs of young children and their families while focusing the public’s attention on programs that meet those needs. The Week of the Young Child, celebrated this year April 6-12, is an opportunity for us to stop and support these meaningful contributions and the impact those contributions have in improving the lives of children and their families.

Children with a high-quality early-childhood program get better grades, are more educated, are 40% more likely to graduate from high school, and become better employees and better citizens.  When James Heckman, a Nobel Laureate in Economics, was asked how best to positively impact our economy, he responded, “high-quality early-childhood programs.”  Heckman and other economists report that the return on dollars invested in quality early-education programming varies from 7% to 16%. The savings are recognized in a reduction in crime, substance abuse, teenage pregnancy, special education, and welfare dependency.

Yet, the challenge of funding high-quality early education for all children is daunting. The majority of funding is federal, and eligibility is based on the economic and work status of the family. The cost of providing the service far exceeds the rate of reimbursement from state contracts.

Many private early-education and care providers are no longer accepting or are reducing serving the number of children with subsidies because of the low rates of reimbursement, thus reducing access to services. Unfortunately, many of our community’s  poorest children, who are at highest risk for school failure, are not eligible for subsidized early education, thus perpetuating the cycle of poverty and unemployment.

In his State of the Union address, President Obama affirmed that the job of equipping our citizens with the skills and training necessary to grow our economy has to start at the earliest possible age. And recently, Gov. Deval Patrick announced his heightened focus on early education in Massachusetts.

Both leaders know that early education is a wise investment that will pay for itself many times over, and will benefit everyone. Businesses will benefit from an educated workforce. Communities will benefit from reductions in violent crime. Schools will benefit from students who are not simply ready to enter school, but who are prepared to excel in school and who are reading proficiently by the end of third grade — a key indicator of a child’s future success in school.

Early education is irrefutably an ounce of prevention that is worth, for us all, a pound of cure.

The Week of the Young Child provides a special opportunity to support early-education and care programs. Join us during this special week to celebrate the good works happening every day by pledging your commitment to the highest-risk children and families who need a chance to learn and grow together.

Contribute your time or talent. Come and visit, and share a special skill with our children and families. Coming in and reading for even an hour shows our children just how much our community cares for and about them. Take this week to demonstrate your support for our year-round work.

Joan Kagan is president of Springfield-based Square One; (413) 732-5183.

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Bradley Passenger Traffic Up Five Straight Months
WINDSOR LOCKS, Conn. — With January passenger statistics tallied, the Connecticut Airport Authority (CAA) has announced that Bradley International Airport (BDL) has continued an upward trend which began in September 2013. January’s 9% rise marks five straight months of positive year-over-year increases. This follows September (1%), October (4%), November (3%), and December (20%), as Bradley showed an overall 1% total growth in 2013 (5,421,975 passengers) compared to 2012 figures (5,381,860 passengers). Improvements to Bradley’s route offerings, which were implemented throughout 2013, have helped drive this upswing. These advances include American Airlines’ daily non-stop flight to Los Angeles, JetBlue Airways’ Fort Myers and Tampa daily non-stop service, and Southwest Airlines’ three daily non-stop flights to Atlanta through its wholly-owned subsidiary, AirTran Airways. Numerous customer-service enhancements have been instituted as well, such as the establishment of a frequent-parker program, expanded concession offerings, and improvements to passenger-processing wait times. “The Connecticut Airport Authority takes great pride in achieving this milestone of revitalization. One of our greatest selling points to our customers, in addition to our convenient terminal and on-airport parking facilities, is Bradley’s tremendous accessibility from anywhere in the Northeast,” said Kevin Dillon, executive director of the CAA. “We believe that the best is yet to come. We are excited about working with all of our stakeholders as we continue to aggressively seek additional daily non-stop destinations for our customers from one of the region’s most convenient gateways.” Bradley is the second-largest airport in New England, serving an extensive geographic area with a customer base that covers the entire Northeast. According to the most recent economic-impact analysis, Bradley contributes $4 billion in economic activity to the state of Connecticut and the surrounding region, representing $1.2 billion in wages and 18,000 full-time jobs.

State to Issue $30 Million in Residential Solar Loans
BOSTON — Massachusetts Energy and Environmental Affairs Secretary Rick Sullivan recently announced $30 million for a loan program aimed at encouraging residential solar projects, complementing the Commonwealth’s new solar program to be launched this spring. “When we support our solar industry, we are choosing to shape our future rather than leave it to chance,” Gov. Deval Patrick said. “These programs will allow the solar industry in Massachusetts to continue to flourish and will make solar energy more accessible for residents across the Commonwealth.” Added Sullivan, “the solar industry in Massachusetts has seen tremendous success since Gov. Patrick took office in 2007. The solar financing piece will make it easier for residents to participate in, and benefit from, the Commonwealth’s clean-energy revolution.” The Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources (DOER) is currently working with partners and stakeholders to develop the program, expected to launch this spring when the final solar regulations are promulgated. “We continue to work with all stakeholders at the table to develop successful programs to maintain the steady growth of the solar industry,” said DOER Commissioner Mark Sylvia. “I’m proud of the open and inclusive process that led to these regulations and will inform the loan program.” The flow of loans to the residential market is expected to commence in the summer or fall of 2014. The new solar regulations, part two of the Solar Renewable Energy Certificate program (SREC-II), are designed to meet Patrick’s goal to install 1,600 megawatts of solar energy by 2020. SREC-II aims to ensure steady annual growth, control ratepayer costs, and encourage ground-mounted solar projects on landfill and brownfield sites, as well as solar units on residential rooftops. “Investing in solar is a win for both our economy and our environment. This investment, in particular, will help spur the residential solar market,” said state Sen. Benjamin Downing, co-chair of the Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities, and Energy. “Instead of drilling or mining for our power, we’ll be using our rooftops to fuel future growth. Gov. Patrick and his entire team deserve great credit for their leadership in making this investment.”

Teenagers Find Difficulty Accessing Job Market
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Teenagers are getting squeezed out of the labor force in record numbers as unemployment among the youngest workers continues to soar, according to a study from the Brookings Institution, a Washington think tank. The study found that the percentage of teenagers with jobs has plunged by nearly half over a decade, from 44% in 2000 to 24% in 2011. “If this were any other group, you would call it a Great Depression,” said Andrew Sum, the Northeastern University economist who co-authored the study. Competition from older, more experienced workers pushed into lower-skilled jobs because of the weak economy has crowded out teenagers from traditional jobs in retail, restaurants, and other lower-paying service industries, Sum said. This lack of opportunity could have long-term effects on teens, the labor force, and the broader economy as young people fail to gain the experience that might help them advance careers and become more productive workers, resulting in lower earnings over a working life. The Brookings study examined teen employment in 100 metropolitan areas. In New England, Portland, Maine fared best, with about 37% of teens employed. Providence, Hartford, and Boston all posted percentages around 34%. Teens who had paid employment in one year were more likely to work the following year, the study found. Conversely, said Sum, “if you don’t work at all, you are the least likely to work the following year.”

Partnership to Benefit Creative Businesses
WESTERN MASS. — The state recently designated the Pioneer Valley as part of Massachusetts’ Creative Economy Network and formally partnered with the Western Mass. Economic Development Council (EDC) on an initiative to help creative businesses increase their visibility, recruit talent, find appropriate space, borrow capital, and continue to grow. The designation doesn’t come with state money, but several organizations are planning to apply for state grants. Ann Burke, vice president of the EDC, told the Republican that more than 15,000 people in Hampden, Hampshire, and Franklin counties work in the creative economy, an umbrella term that encompasses writers, fashion designers, graphic artists, and advertising professionals, among others. DevelopSpringfield, the Fostering Arts and Culture Project in Franklin County, and the Hampshire County Regional Tourism Council are among the other groups participating. Burke said the EDC has already hosted networking get-togethers for these creative workers.

Union Station Project Gets Another $16.5M
SPRINGFIELD — The state Department of Transportation (DOT) has designated another $16.5 million toward the renovation of Springfield’s Union Station. The decision completes the $65.7 million funding package necessary to fully finance the first phase of the redevelopment effort. The total project cost is expected to be $83 million. Phase one of the project involves the construction of a 26-bay bus terminal for regional and intercity bus service; construction of a four-level parking garage; a 37,000-square-foot renovation of the train terminal’s first floor and grand concourse waiting area, including new ticketing and waiting space; and concessions and retail space, according to the DOT’s news release. Work at Union Station began in August 2010 and is expected to be completed in 2016. “Springfield is located at a strategic crossroads for both north-south and east-west interstate highway and railroad corridors in a key region of the Commonwealth,” said Richard Davey, MassDOT secretary and CEO, in a prepared statement. “With these additional resources, the city of Springfield is guaranteed that its potential as a major regional mobility hub will be realized.” As part of the second phase, the Redevelopment Authority would renovate the upper two floors of the terminal building and create an additional 64,000 square feet of commercial or retail space, as well as expanding the parking garage by 120 spaces.

Health Policy Commission Issues $10M to Hospitals
BOSTON — At its first board meeting of 2014, the Health Policy Commission (HPC) awarded approximately $10 million to 28 community hospitals, including seven in Western Mass., to enhance the delivery of efficient, effective healthcare across the Commonwealth. The funds, which range from $65,000 to $500,000 per organization, come from Phase 1 of the HPC’s Community Hospital Acceleration, Revitalization, and Transformation (CHART) Investment Program, which was established by the state’s landmark healthcare cost-containment law. The Western Mass. awards include: $476,400 to Baystate Franklin Medical Center to support expansion of telemedicine capacities to select inpatient and outpatient specialties, with the goal of reducing unnecessary transfers and costs, and connecting local providers to health information exchanges; $499,600 to Baystate Mary Lane Hospital to support expansion of telemedicine capacities to identified inpatient and outpatient specialties, in order to reduce unnecessary transfers and costs, connect local providers to health information exchanges, and support an evaluation of post-acute services and capabilities in the region; $500,000 to Holyoke Medical Center to support implementation of an electronic health record system in the Emergency Department; $233,134 to Mercy Medical Center to support the development of organizational capabilities, capacities, and culture change, in order to accelerate and sustain continuous quality and safety improvements; $344,665 to Noble Hospital to support the development of a centralized scheduling hub to coordinate appointments across multiple hospital units, and to support planning related to health information exchange connectivity; $395,311 to North Adams Regional Hospital to support co-location of behavioral-health services at primary-care practices in Northern Berkshire County; and $357,000 to Wing Memorial Hospital to support achievement of meaningful use stage 1 compliance. “These awards show that the HPC is committed to partnering with community hospitals to achieve the Commonwealth’s cost-containment and quality-improvement goals,” said David Seltz, executive director of the HPC. “We look forward to continuing this work until we build a more coordinated and affordable healthcare system in all corners of Massachusetts.”

Incorporations

By
Departments Incorporations

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

AGAWAM

Elite Appliance Inc., 172 School St., Agawam, MA 01001. Richard G. Melloni Jr., same. Appliance repair.

Amherst

New England Charter Service Inc., 150 Fearing St., Suite 3, Amherst, MA 01002. Hui Luo, 13825 31st Dr., #5H, Flushing, NY 11354. Bus touring and travel service.

Belchertown

Little Friends Child Care Center Inc., 58 Daniel Shays Highway, Belchertown, MA 01007. Elizabeth Sawyer, same. Child care.

Easthampton

Miranda Design Studio Inc., 281 Main St., Easthampton, MA 01027. Jason Miranda, same. Publishing service and graphic design.

Feeding Hills

Nesen Trucking Inc., 95 West View Lane, Feeding Hills, MA 01030. Nikolay Nesen, same. Trucking.

Granby

Premier Irrigation Inc., 49 Taylor St., Granby, MA 01033. Colby Nugent, 55 Taylor St., Granby, MA 01033. Installation and maintenance of irrigation systems.

Hampden

Earth Movers Excavation Inc., 65 Allen St., Hampden, MA 01036. Kara J. Hatch, same. Excavation services and site work for residential, commercial, and municipal projects.

Hadley

Wheel Equal Inc., 44 North Maple St., Hadley, MA 01035. Michelle Moore, same. To conduct scientific research to further the development, production and provision of wheelchairs and adaptive equipment for persons with disabilities.

Hinsdale

Frontline Service Solutions Inc., 81 New Windsor Road, Hinsdale, MA 01235. Anthony E. Hyte, same. Consulting.

Holyoke

Ministerio Evaniglistico El Reino De Los Cielo Se Ha Acercado Inc., 339 Hampden St., First Floor, Holyoke, MA 01040. Keilyn M. Betancourt, same. Religious church.

Morales Xpress Inc., 50 Holy Family Road, Holyoke, MA 01040. Noel Morales, same. Transportation of goods (trucking).

Lee

Piretti Tennis Inc., 625 Chapel St., Suite 1C, Lee, MA 01238. Richard F. Piretti, same. Tennis court construction and maintenance.

Monson

Main Street Restaurants Inc., 216 Main St., Monson, MA 01057. Paul S. Stone Jr., same. Restaurant.

Monson Fire Department Assoc. Inc., 121 Fenton Road, Monson, MA 01057. Mathew Walch, same. To provide a relief fund for any active member of the Monson Fire Department, honorary member of the association, and their immediate family who are in need of financial aid.

Doing Business as Certificates

By
DBA Certificates Departments

The following Business Certificates and Trade Names were issued or renewed during the month of and March 2014.

AGAWAM

D Enterprises
142 South West St.
Debrah Olson

DD Therrien Antiques
270 Main St.
Darryl Therrien

Living Our Past
44 Brookline Ave.
Bruce Cortis

RG Landscaping
508 Barry St.
Ryan Granfield

Sandra Marie Photography
118 Maple St.
Sandra M. James

Top Flite Financial of Agawam
1 South End Bridge Circle
Todd Freeman

CHICOPEE

Just Plum Designs
75 6th Ave.
Holly M. Parker

Morrissette Home Improvement
16 Frank St.
Joseph Morrissette

ZB Dream Homes
61 Taylor St.
Dariusz Borkowski

GREENFIELD

Balan Music
15 Summer St.
Rodica Balan

Magical Child
134 Main St.
Mary Walsh-Martel

Martin’s Farm Compost
341 Plain Road
Adam Martin

Pierce Street Ironworks
80 Pierce St.
John Passiglia

Take Stock, LLC
289 Main St.
Elizabeth Gadua

Wendy’s International
138 Federal St.
Rachel Caderre

HOLYOKE

Archetype Painting
78 Vermont St.
Nathan M. Jacques

Excalibur DJ Services
35 Bayberry Dr.
Traci Lamica

Food Forest Farm
24 Jones Ferry Road
Jonathan Bates

Hillside Auto Sales
911 Main St.
Michael J. Krassler

PALMER

Bonan Realty
2085 Main St.
Nancy Kane

CPL Marketing
3161 Main St.
Christopher Lees

Success Signal Broadcasting Real Oldies
3 Converse St.
Marshall Sanft

SPRINGFIELD

Imagefloors, LLC
23 Cortland St.
Jovann Martin

J & R Auto
720 Berkshire Ave.
Ronique Evans

Javier Alexander Arcinieg
47 Margaret St.
Javier Alexander

Jesus Christ Enlightened
141 Union St.
Emanuel Brown

Johnson St. Convenience
6 Johnson St.
Theophilus Waldon

La Hispaniola Grocery
455 Belmont Ave.
Joanny Quezada

Linda Boutillette Electronics
1364 Parker St.
Linda L. Hoch

Locust Market
261 Locust St.
Victor Camilo

M & B Fashion
318 Bay St.
Miguel Chauca

Miss Teen Horizonte Massa
24 Warriner Ave.
Maria R. Lozada

Mr. Handy
41 Cambridge St.
Allan Comberbatch

New England Painters
211 Verge St.
Mark Trombley

Perfect Genius Production
67 St. James Ave.
Michael D. Grant

Quick Clean Cleaning
55 Dwight Road
Louis Loya

Rev. Merrie W. Kaye
374 Grand Valley Road
Merrie W. Kaye

Samuel Smith Photography
81 Oak Hollow Road
Samuel A. Smith

Santana Electric
15 Jimmy Court
Daniel Santana

Solkaribe Restaurant
1236 Main St.
Jacqueline Sanchez

Stamps Realty
313 Eastern Ave.
Moriah L. Wilkins

Sumner Variety Convenience
1197 Sumner Ave.
Isaac Carrero

Surdoue Couture
475 Breckwood Blvd.
Lisa J. Goodman

Teresa’s Mama’s International
137 State St.
Teresa Williams

WESTFIELD

Ground Units BJJ
16 Union St.
Alfonso Rodriguez

Livia & Amelia
140 Union St.
Ludmila Ciubotaru

Peer Brothers Trucking Company
1010 East Mountain Road
Peter M. Skrodzki

Snargle Inc.
29 Camelot Lane
Frank Blahut

Stephanie M. Haskins
2 Russell Road
Stephanie Haskins

T’s Household Services
9 Charles St.
Tina Ritchie

Westfield Creative Arts
105 Elm St.
Lester Walshin

WEST SPRINGFIELD

Bottega Cucina
46 Morgan Road
Hillenbrand, LLC

Cutting Edge Lawn Care
791 Piper Road
Jeffrey Zalewski

Darlene Kurman & Associates
158 Edgewood Road
Darlene A. Kurman

Goyette Project Management
650 Birnie Ave.
Gary G. Goyette

Lincare Inc.
53 Capital Dr.
Lincare Inc.

Pleasant Valley Real Estate
865 Memorial Ave.
Nicholas Katsoulis

Real Estate Career Institute
776 Westfield St.
Patrick Nolan

Sorrento’s Pizza of West Springfield
660 Kings Highway
Pasquale Albano

Real Estate Transactions

By
Departments 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

3 Eden Trail
Bernardston, MA 01337
Amount: $150,000
Buyer: Steven Kubisch
Seller: Springleaf Financial Services
Date: 02/21/14

DEERFIELD

236 Greenfield Road
Deerfield, MA 01373
Amount: $730,000
Buyer: Massachusetts Dept. of Transportation
Seller: Gregory M. Gardner
Date: 02/12/14

5 Industrial Dr. West
Deerfield, MA 01373
Amount: $3,800,000
Buyer: LNR Mass Partners LLC
Seller: Deerfield Plaza LLC
Date: 02/12/14

Settright Road
Deerfield, MA 01342
Amount: $360,000
Buyer: James M. Pasiecnik
Seller: William W. Melnik
Date: 02/21/14

GREENFIELD

40 Conway St.
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $132,400
Buyer: Andrew M. Cole
Seller: Robert K. Foley
Date: 02/20/14

25 Frederick Road
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $166,000
Buyer: Paul J. Levasseur
Seller: Stanley H. Karpinski
Date: 02/14/14

46 Grinnell St.
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $172,000
Buyer: Mitchell Penfield
Seller: Deborah A. Chauvin
Date: 02/14/14

MONTAGUE

28 Bridge St.
Montague, MA 01349
Amount: $220,000
Buyer: Millers Falls Ent. LLC
Seller: Burek Cross Props. LLC
Date: 02/21/14

67 Oakman St.
Montague, MA 01376
Amount: $265,000
Buyer: Casey R. Fahey
Seller: Paul C. Griffin
Date: 02/21/14

362 Turners Falls Road
Montague, MA 01351
Amount: $245,000
Buyer: Margaret M. Vezina
Seller: Gennadiy S. Konakh
Date: 02/14/14

21 West Main St.
Montague, MA 01349
Amount: $220,000
Buyer: Millers Falls Ent. LLC
Seller: Burek Cross Props. LLC
Date: 02/21/14

ORANGE

40 Shelter St.
Orange, MA 01364
Amount: $185,000
Buyer: Robert S. St.Marie
Seller: Craig T. Deveneau
Date: 02/21/14

SHELBURNE

247 Main St.
Shelburne, MA 01370
Amount: $250,000
Buyer: 247-251 Main LLC
Seller: Bertha A. Rainville
Date: 02/20/14

HAMPDEN COUNTY

AGAWAM

45 Family Lane
Agawam, MA 01001
Amount: $366,500
Buyer: Nathan L. Hall
Seller: Albert R. Kingan
Date: 02/13/14

14 George St.
Agawam, MA 01001
Amount: $146,250
Buyer: Sergey Sholopa
Seller: Laviolette, Elaine, (Estate)
Date: 02/21/14

16 Meadow St.
Agawam, MA 01001
Amount: $197,500
Buyer: Racheal A. Paveglio
Seller: Karen E. Daponde
Date: 02/21/14

51 Robin Ridge Dr.
Agawam, MA 01030
Amount: $235,187
Buyer: FHLM
Seller: Catherine Fatemi
Date: 02/10/14

BRIMFIELD

28 East Hill Road
Brimfield, MA 01010
Amount: $405,000
Seller: Dennis A. McCurdy
Date: 02/11/14

CHICOPEE

106 Bell St.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $227,000
Buyer: Michael J. Dupell
Seller: Carl D. Roy
Date: 02/18/14

17 Factory St.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $174,000
Buyer: Rachel E. Loomis
Seller: USA VA
Date: 02/12/14

62 Leona Ave.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $185,000
Buyer: Ivelisse Vicente
Seller: Touchette, Dorothy G., (Estate)
Date: 02/19/14

122 Pine St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $115,000
Buyer: Paul Laflamme
Seller: Susan M. Rusiecki
Date: 02/18/14

28 Pleasant St.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $118,000
Buyer: Marta Syper
Seller: Solecki, Karoline, (Estate)
Date: 02/19/14

463 Springfield St.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $245,000
Buyer: L. A. Conner Inc.
Seller: Lucilia Nogueira
Date: 02/11/14

60 Whitman St.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $150,003
Buyer: FNMA
Seller: William E. Woods
Date: 02/13/14

EAST LONGMEADOW

227 Kibbe Road
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Amount: $280,000
Buyer: Larry D. Fishbein
Seller: Laplante Construction Inc.
Date: 02/14/14

17 Redstone Dr.
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Amount: $199,900
Buyer: Amro M. Osman
Seller: Margaret J. Crowe
Date: 02/19/14

26 Rogers Road
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Amount: $216,000
Buyer: Daniel Fritz
Seller: John L. Occhialini
Date: 02/14/14

200 Shaker Road
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Amount: $440,000
Buyer: ABE Property Mgmt. LLC
Seller: Caceres Ferez Gomez Realty
Date: 02/20/14

15 Wedgewood Road
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Amount: $139,000
Buyer: Megan L. Boylan
Seller: FNMA
Date: 02/12/14

HAMPDEN

158 Ames Road
Hampden, MA 01036
Amount: $300,000
Buyer: Carl A. Knodler
Seller: David H. Cox
Date: 02/14/14

HOLYOKE

1395 Dwight St.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $124,936
Buyer: Lasalle Bank
Seller: Luis D. Rodriguez
Date: 02/20/14

2213 Northampton St.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $280,000
Buyer: Olga Alkattan
Seller: MKD Properties of Holyoke
Date: 02/18/14

LONGMEADOW

Lincoln Road
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $120,000
Buyer: Campagnari Construction LLC
Seller: Erika M. Crossman
Date: 02/20/14

LUDLOW

200 Chapin St.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $225,000
Buyer: Atwater Investors Inc.
Seller: Pamela Wells
Date: 02/14/14

181 Massachusetts Ave.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $190,000
Buyer: Brad Dakers
Seller: Joann L. Hnatow
Date: 02/18/14

55 Paulding Road
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $253,000
Buyer: Daniel K. Saia
Seller: Gervasio Crespo
Date: 02/12/14

155 Tower Road
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $180,000
Buyer: Jennifer M. Pazos
Seller: Cynthia M. Pazos
Date: 02/13/14

MONSON

243 Moulton Hill Road
Monson, MA 01057
Amount: $167,999
Buyer: Katie Defoe-Raymond
Seller: Bank New York Mellon
Date: 02/14/14

MONTGOMERY

1527 Southampton Road
Montgomery, MA 01085
Amount: $377,000
Buyer: Craig A. Dore
Seller: Matthew K. Wolanczyk
Date: 02/10/14

PALMER

31 Birch St.
Palmer, MA 01080
Amount: $163,863
Buyer: FNMA
Seller: Kevin D. Armitage
Date: 02/11/14

4148 Main St.
Palmer, MA 01069
Amount: $177,500
Buyer: Dale L. Menard
Seller: Wesley T. Blask
Date: 02/19/14

360 Palmer St.
Palmer, MA 01069
Amount: $200,583
Buyer: MHFA
Seller: Lynn C. Trombley
Date: 02/18/14

RUSSELL

723 Woodland Way
Russell, MA 01071
Amount: $307,000
Buyer: Richard C. Gallup
Seller: Mike Kamyshin
Date: 02/21/14

SPRINGFIELD

82 Biltmore St.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $115,600
Buyer: Ryan E. Hutchins
Seller: MDK Prop Solutions LLC
Date: 02/10/14

28 Campechi St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $135,900
Buyer: Dana J. Anderson
Seller: Shannon Lawrence
Date: 02/18/14

1131 Carew St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $130,000
Buyer: Roxana Toledo
Seller: Silver Hammer Props. LLC
Date: 02/21/14

30 Corona St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $140,000
Buyer: Kyle A. Watt
Seller: William J. Boutin
Date: 02/19/14

93 Curve St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $145,000
Buyer: Israel J. Rosario
Seller: John Bechard
Date: 02/20/14

19 Dennis St.
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $131,500
Buyer: Patricia A. Cawley
Seller: William J. Kern
Date: 02/18/14

256 Edendale St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $124,000
Buyer: Bridge O’Connor
Seller: Eric A. Johnson
Date: 02/21/14

25 Elliot St.
Springfield, MA 01105
Amount: $125,000
Buyer: Long Wharf Financial
Seller: Angela Dennis
Date: 02/12/14

27 Elliot St.
Springfield, MA 01105
Amount: $125,000
Buyer: Long Wharf Financial
Seller: Angela Dennis
Date: 02/12/14

3 Glendell Ter.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $177,000
Buyer: FNMA
Seller: Josefina Fernandez
Date: 02/10/14

116 Hampden St.
Springfield, MA 01151
Amount: $159,397
Buyer: USA HUD
Seller: MHFA
Date: 02/18/14

38 Madison Ave.
Springfield, MA 01105
Amount: $199,900
Buyer: Christinas House Inc.
Seller: Cottage Hill Church
Date: 02/13/14

15 Mattoon St.
Springfield, MA 01105
Amount: $128,775
Buyer: Robert D. Porter
Seller: John Russo
Date: 02/20/14

48 Pine Acre Road
Springfield, MA 01129
Amount: $166,000
Buyer: Miguel A. Martinez
Seller: JJS 17 Acquisition Co. LLC
Date: 02/21/14

66 Rencelau St.
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $157,000
Buyer: James Maples
Seller: Christopher W. Gaff
Date: 02/20/14

799 Sumner Ave.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $163,740
Buyer: FNMA
Seller: Gregory J. Lyon
Date: 02/10/14

25 Walnut St.
Springfield, MA 01105
Amount: $320,000
Buyer: Strategic Acquisitions
Seller: SJE Properties LLC
Date: 02/18/14

SOUTHWICK

9 Jered Lane
Southwick, MA 01077
Amount: $393,000
Buyer: Marissa R. Monti
Seller: Janice S. Lafrance
Date: 02/20/14

WESTFIELD

39 Jessie Lane
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $322,500
Buyer: Greg H. Connors
Seller: FHLM
Date: 02/14/14

82 Pontoosic Road
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $191,000
Buyer: Ryan M. Flynn
Seller: J&C Property Services Inc.
Date: 02/20/14

13 State St.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $196,634
Buyer: FHLM
Seller: Marcus A. Jaiclin
Date: 02/12/14

WILBRAHAM

10 Patriot Ridge Lane
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Amount: $460,000
Buyer: James Rocha
Seller: Christian A. Barthelette
Date: 02/21/14

17 Stirling Dr.
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Amount: $243,000
Buyer: Katherine Schmidt
Seller: Sean P. Devine
Date: 02/12/14

WEST SPRINGFIELD

67 Cornflower Dr.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $210,000
Buyer: Felix Lopez
Seller: Russo, Patrick F., (Estate)
Date: 02/21/14

50 East Gooseberry Road
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $141,500
Buyer: Douglas H. Dreyer
Seller: Mark A. Biseinere
Date: 02/21/14

121 Kings Hwy.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $174,000
Buyer: Wells Fargo Bank
Seller: Paula J. Dalzovo
Date: 02/11/14

78 Lowell St.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $130,000
Buyer: George M. Katsoulis
Seller: Stephen G. Danalis
Date: 02/14/14

84 Nelson St.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $188,500
Buyer: Celine L. Young
Seller: Joseph L. Larrivee
Date: 02/21/14

380 Union St.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $4,000,000
Buyer: 380 Union LLC
Seller: 380 Union St. Props. LLC
Date: 02/14/14

2146 Westfield St.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $192,500
Buyer: Ryan C. Cramton
Seller: Richard F. Seidell
Date: 02/21/14

92 Wolcott Ave.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $149,000
Buyer: Melissa E. Trombley
Seller: Sherri S. Sbalbi
Date: 02/21/14

HAMPSHIRE COUNTY

AMHERST

1141 Bay Road
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $316,000
Buyer: Amit Sharma
Seller: Nomi Kluger-Nash
Date: 02/14/14

17 Curtis Place
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $235,000
Buyer: Vhristina G. Salgo
Seller: Vincent J. Vullo
Date: 02/14/14

48 Longmeadow Dr.
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $125,000
Buyer: J. M. Hess
Seller: Robbie S. Lauter
Date: 02/14/14

525 West St.
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $212,000
Buyer: Yili Chen
Seller: Margarita C. Zamora RET
Date: 02/14/14

BELCHERTOWN

23 Emily Lane
Belchertown, MA 01002
Amount: $379,000
Buyer: Jason F. Randall
Seller: JP Builders Inc.
Date: 02/14/14

454 Federal St.
Belchertown, MA 01007
Amount: $161,500
Buyer: Lisa A. Laflamme
Seller: Ronald T. McClure
Date: 02/12/14

EASTHAMPTON

23 Button Road
Easthampton, MA 01027
Amount: $351,245
Buyer: Kerrybeth A. Garvey
Seller: EH Homeownership LLC
Date: 02/10/14

9 Dragon Circle
Easthampton, MA 01027
Amount: $206,500
Buyer: Jane N. Aulisio
Seller: Gentes, Joseph P., (Estate)
Date: 02/14/14

24 Grant St.
Easthampton, MA 01027
Amount: $365,000
Buyer: LTL LLC
Seller: Mason F. Rapaport
Date: 02/14/14

25 Peloquin Dr.
Easthampton, MA 01027
Amount: $206,500
Buyer: Amanda M. Guyette
Seller: Kathleen L. Emet
Date: 02/18/14

8 Pine Hill Road
Easthampton, MA 01027
Amount: $310,000
Buyer: Boriana Canby
Seller: Jonathan W. Sicard
Date: 02/21/14

GRANBY

489 East State St.
Granby, MA 01033
Amount: $200,000
Buyer: FMJ Realty LLC
Seller: Nathan A. Swistak
Date: 02/21/14

5 Mary Lyon Dr.
Granby, MA 01033
Amount: $265,000
Buyer: Christopher J. McCurdy
Seller: Melissa M. Croteau
Date: 02/14/14

139 South St.
Granby, MA 01033
Amount: $212,000
Buyer: Kevin J. Longo
Seller: Kenneth W. Richards Sr. RET
Date: 02/19/14

24 Truby St.
Granby, MA 01033
Amount: $169,900
Buyer: James D. Cronk
Seller: MacBrien, Arlene L., (Estate)
Date: 02/14/14

HADLEY

93 Bay Road
Hadley, MA 01035
Amount: $300,000
Buyer: Raymond R. Rex
Seller: Walter C. Wanczyk
Date: 02/19/14

HATFIELD

129 Depot Road
Hatfield, MA 01038
Amount: $264,000
Buyer: Meaghan L. Tetreault
Seller: Glenn E. Moore
Date: 02/12/14

7 Elm Ct.
Hatfield, MA 01038
Amount: $245,000
Buyer: Barbara E. Folan
Seller: Birrington, Richard E., (Estate)
Date: 02/14/14

11 Prospect Ct.
Hatfield, MA 01038
Amount: $350,000
Buyer: David A. Raimondi
Seller: FNMA
Date: 02/20/14

HUNTINGTON

County Road
Huntington, MA 01050
Amount: $130,000
Buyer: Hamlet Homes LLC
Seller: Mountain Stream Inc.
Date: 02/12/14

NORTHAMPTON

21 Crosby St.
Northampton, MA 01060
Amount: $230,000
Buyer: Cynthia L. Nolan
Seller: Julia A. Root
Date: 02/12/14

122 Pine St.
Northampton, MA 01062
Amount: $390,000
Buyer: William S. Laidlaw
Seller: Florence Congregational Church
Date: 02/14/14

9 Trumbull Road
Northampton, MA 01060
Amount: $534,000
Buyer: Eric N. Wolpin
Seller: Carolyn A. Booth TR
Date: 02/10/14

1526 Westhampton Road
Northampton, MA 01062
Amount: $615,000
Buyer: Timothy V. Parsons
Seller: Paul C. McCutcheon
Date: 02/14/14

PELHAM

29 Jones Road
Pelham, MA 01002
Amount: $275,000
Buyer: Damien M. O’Halloran
Seller: Kenneth W. Doubleday
Date: 02/18/14

SOUTH HADLEY

145 Lathrop St.
South Hadley, MA 01075
Amount: $215,000
Buyer: Halley R. Orfner
Seller: John D. Leonard
Date: 02/12/14

78 Lyman St.
South Hadley, MA 01075
Amount: $159,000
Buyer: Thomas A. Lazio
Seller: Martha A. Berrouard
Date: 02/14/14

41 River Road
South Hadley, MA 01075
Amount: $142,500
Buyer: J. L. Kidder
Seller: Scott M. Dredge
Date: 02/13/14

SOUTHAMPTON

8 Glendale Woods Dr.
Southampton, MA 01073
Amount: $293,000
Buyer: Phillip Gallaspie
Seller: Rita J. Ramsey
Date: 02/14/14

64 Pleasant St.
Southampton, MA 01073
Amount: $148,000
Buyer: Michael A. Sorokin
Seller: James R. Labrie
Date: 02/21/14

WARE

13 Kingsberry Lane
Ware, MA 01082
Amount: $145,000
Buyer: James Desabrais
Seller: Stanley R. Lamb
Date: 02/14/14

278 Osborne Road
Ware, MA 01082
Amount: $239,900
Buyer: Michael J. Lacroix
Seller: Joel J. Harder
Date: 02/11/14

WESTHAMPTON

134 Easthampton Road
Westhampton, MA 01027
Amount: $192,000
Buyer: Paul C. McCutcheon
Seller: Thomas Martin
Date: 02/21/14

Bankruptcies

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Bankruptcies Departments

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

Ames, Alfred G.
Sanders-Ames, Margaret R.
93 Redlands St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/21/14

Aponte, Andres
a/k/a Sanabria, Andres Aponte
20 Jardine St.
Springfield, MA 01107
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/28/14

Arkon Games LLC
Stock’s Eye
Stock, Robert Andrew
148 West St.
Granby, MA 01033
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/28/14

Athas, Kenneth J.
62 Willwood St.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/18/14

Baranowski, Linda M.
170 East St.
Chesterfield, MA 01012
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/14/14

Bartolucci, Jennifer L.
30 Burleigh Road
Hampden, MA 01036
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/14/14

Blais, Scott Anthony
Richter-Blais, Karen Marie
48 Pineywood Road
Southwick, MA 01077
Chapter: 13
Filing Date: 02/14/14

Boateng, Kwabena K.
a/k/a Boateng, Edmund
Amoakoh, Akua A.
289 Arcadia Blvd.
Springfield, MA 01118
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/27/14

Bolling, Deanna N.
37 Bossidy Dr.
Pittsfield, MA 01201
Chapter: 13
Filing Date: 02/14/14

Brennan, Patricia E.
1593 Mohawk Trail
Shelburne Falls, MA 01370
Chapter: 13
Filing Date: 02/28/14

Brosseau, Sandra Jean
65 Craig Dr., Unit U-4
West Springfield, MA 01089
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/20/14

Camerlin, Timothy J.
15 Brainard Road
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/28/14

Carter, Bruce M.
308 Montcalm St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/14/14

Chantre, David A.
8 Ingram St.
South Hadley, MA 01075
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/24/14

Chantre, Shelly K.
42 High St.
South Hadley, MA 01075
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/24/14

Courtney, Lana D.
222 Federal St., Apt. B
Greenfield, MA 01301
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/18/14

Cruz, Ermelinda
58 Los Angeles St.
Springfield, MA 01107
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/28/14

Daniels, Bruce
15 Linden St., Apt. 1
Pittsfield, MA 01201
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/14/14

Duffney, Lisa R.
147 Arnold Ave.
Springfield, MA 01119
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/27/14

Gonzalez, Edwin
24 Home St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/27/14

Greenhouse, Enid Sally
108 Everett St., #202
Easthampton, MA 01027
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/27/14

Guhl, Jay C.
Guhl, Teresa R.
30 Brookfield St.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/28/14

Hall, Joanna F.
209 Connecticut Ave.
Pittsfield, MA 01201
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/25/14

Harrison, Jennifer L.
c/o Ostrander Law Office
P.O. Box 1237
Northampton, MA 01060
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/26/14

Holmes, Kevin Robert
Holmes, Elizabeth M.
266 Plainfield Road
Ashfield, MA 01330
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/28/14

Holmes, Sonja N.
208 Meetinghouse Road
Chicopee, MA 01013
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/27/14

Honeywell, Virginia May
107 Jabish St.
Belchertown, MA 01007
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/28/14

June, Michael J.
98 Lathrop St.
South Hadley, MA 01075
Chapter: 13
Filing Date: 02/19/14

Koski, Matthew Stephen
Koski, Carolyn Camerota
307 Stafford Road
Monson, MA 01057
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/26/14

Lafountain, Thomas H.
13 Roger St.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/18/14

Lally, Michael T.
438 Spring St.
Athol, MA 01331
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/25/14

Leveille, Michael R.
Leveille, Theresa
57 Pequot Point Road
Westfield, MA 01085
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/28/14

Massery, John A.
40 Vista St.
Pittsfield, MA 01201
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/19/14

McGregor, Joseph Conrad
a/k/a Bethel-McGregor, Joseph C.
211 Francis Ave., Apt. A
Pittsfield, MA 01201
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/26/14

Merrick, Shad W.
Merrick, Michelle N.
106 Ridge Road
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/14/14

Mettig, John Robert
Mettig, Gwendolyn Joan
29 Hampshire St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/26/14

Morales, Lori L.
a/k/a Garcia, Lori
95 Methuen St.
Springfield, MA 01119
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/26/14

Palmer, Lily
145 Center St.
Lee, MA 01238
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/25/14

Perales, Jose A.
a/k/a Perales-Romero, Jose
126 Hastings St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/14/14

Perrault, Leonard M.
Perrault, Ruth P.
112 Strong Road
Southampton, MA 01073
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/26/14

Polidoro, Rebecca Lynn
a/k/a Frazier, Rebecca Lynn
30 Melba St.
Springfield, MA 01119
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/28/14

Ricciardi, Adrienne E.
41 Marci St.
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/19/14

Robbins, Michelle J.
42 Quarry Hill
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/27/14

Seguin, Craig
Correa, Sonhja
12 Chase Ave.
North Adams, MA 01247
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/17/14

Serrano, Victor M.
49 Cass St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/25/14

Shaw, Elizabeth E.
102 Blisswood Dr.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/27/14

Sinopoli, David J.
154 McIntosh Dr.
Pittsfield, MA 01201
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/25/14

Smith, Mary Alice
17 Caldwell Place
Springfield, MA 01104
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/28/14

Smith, Ralph A.
Smith, Selinda M.
156 Lukasik St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/26/14

Surbaugh, Dailene
52 Summer St., Apt. 2R
Adams, MA 01220
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/26/14

Tirrell, Pamela J.
31 Cleveland St.
Greenfield, MA 01301
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/21/14

Torres, Theresa M.
61 Russell St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/19/14

Velazquez, Alfredo
133 Springfield St.
Springfield, MA 01107
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/27/14

Vizcarrando, Herminio A.
60 Virginia St.
Springfield, MA 01108
Chapter: 13
Filing Date: 02/21/14

Welles, Michael J.
8 Summit Ave.
Greenfield, MA 01301
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/21/14

Welles, Michelle Lynn
42 Vladish Ave.
Turners Falls, MA 01376
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/21/14

Building Permits

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Building Permits Departments

The following building permits were issued during the month of March 2014.

AGAWAM

Joseph Walz
300 Suffield St.
$8,500 — Renovations at dental office

CHICOPEE

Abors Associates, LLC
999 Memorial Dr.
$32,000 — Renovations to existing pavilion

Tony Acuri
63 1/2 Main St.
$3,000 — Build sound-proof interior wall

GREENFIELD

Christopher Ethier
76 Hope St.
$10,000 — Rebuild roof over stairway

Girls Club of Greenfield
35 Pierce St.
$3,000 — Replace front door

LUDLOW

Ludlow Housing Authority
39 Chestnut St.
$3,000 — Alterations

SOUTH HADLEY

Loomis Village
246 North Main St.
$37,000 — Repairs

SPRINGFIELD

1350 Main Street, LLC
1350 Main St.
$34,000 — Alterations to tenant space on the 4th floor

Baystate Medical Center
759 Chestnut St.
$35,000 — Renovations

Baystate Medical Center
759 Chestnut St.
$37,500 — Construct four mock-up patient rooms

Glory II, Inc.
595 Main St.
$83,000 — Interior fit out for tenant

HAP Housing
322 Main St.
$177,000 — Existing office renovation

New North Citizens Council
2455 Main St.
$99,000 — Build out of existing space for office

WESTFIELD

CPL, LLC
37 Feeding Hills Road
$373,000 — Interior renovations

Noble Hospital
115 West Silver St.
$95,000 — Replace existing ceilings

Oldon, L.P.
6 Southampton Road
$395,000 — Renovation to existing restaurant

WEST SPRINGFIELD

Paul DiGrigoli
134 Capital Dr.
$405,000 — Renovations to existing building

PictureThis

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Departments Picture This

Send photos with a caption and contact information to:  ‘Picture This’ c/o BusinessWest Magazine, 1441 Main Street, Springfield, MA 01103 or to [email protected]

Person of the Year
_MG_9995MG_0211Attorney Laura Santaniello Gentile, Hampden County Clerk of Courts, was recently honored by the Springfield chapter of UNICO, the Italian-American Service organization, as its first Person of the Year, replacing the previous Man of the Year designation. At left: Gentile with her husband, Thomas Gentile, and her son, Thomas Gentile Jr. Right: Gentile receives the award from Frank Stirlacci, president of the Springfield chapter of UNICO.

Big Plans for the Plaza
SpfldPlazaCharles Irving, principal of the Davenport Companies (left), and Christopher Knisley, president and partner of Albany Road Real Estate Partners (second from left), recently entered into a joint venture to purchase the 440,000-square-foot Springfield Plaza shopping center on Liberty Street for $35 million. Present for the announcement were, from left, Springfield Mayor Domenic Sarno, Springfield Chief Development Officer Kevin Kennedy, and Springfield City Councilor Orlando Ramos. In addition to the initial outlay, Davenport (which is also the development partner of MGM Springfield) and Albany Road plan on pouring another $5 million into the property in renovations.

Celebrate Springfield
AM7J7207AM7J7258AM7J7276DevelopSpringfield hosted its 3rd annual Celebrate Springfield dinner to observe Springfield and the many accomplishments the community has achieved over the past year. The Partner in Progress Award was given to three individuals who, through their leadership and ability to motivate and inspire others, have supported the Rebuild Springfield Plan. From left to right: Helen Caulton-Harris, left, director of Springfield’s Department of Health & Human Services, and Armando Feliciano, chairman of the Springfield Redevelopment Authority and a DevelopSpringfield board member, honor Colleen Loveless, executive director of Rebuilding Together; Feliciano and Caulton-Harris recognize Terry Powe, principal of Elias Brookings Elementary School; Suzanne Bharati Hendery, vice president of Marketing and Communications at Baystate Health, accepts the award from Caulton-Harris and Feliciano on behalf of honoree Mark Tolosky, former president and CEO of Baystate Health.

Court Dockets

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Court Dockets Departments

The following is a compilation of recent lawsuits involving area businesses and organizations. These are strictly allegations that have yet to be proven in a court of law. Readers are advised to contact the parties listed, or the court, for more information concerning the individual claims.

FRANKLIN SUPERIOR COURT
David and Deborah Walker v. Rice Oil Co. Inc.
Allegation: Defendant failed to repair and maintain a propane heater in a good and workmanlike manner, causing the heater to fail: $400,000
Filed: 1/7/14

Sandy Moya v. Frontier Regional School District
Allegation: Racial discrimination and retaliation: $25,000+
Filed: 2/10/14

HAMPDEN SUPERIOR COURT
380 Union, LLC v. Aspen Square Management Inc.
Allegation: Breach of lease agreement by failing to pay rent for three years: $500,000+
Filed: 2/18/14

Northeast Realty Associates, LLC v. Mohegan Resorts Mass, LLC, Mohegan Sun Mass, LLC and Michael Vito & Associates Inc.
Allegation: Breach of contract and related claims arising from the defendant’s pursuit of casino license in Revere, Mass. in breach of exclusivity agreement: $71,985,283
Filed: 2/21/14

People’s United Bank v. Berger Painting Inc.
Allegation: Default on promissory note: $196,000
Filed: 2/7/14

TD Bank, N.A. v. TCI Enterprises, LLC, Transcend Carriers Inc., James F. Jordan, and Susan W. Jordan
Allegation: Default on promissory note: $1,241,813.12
Filed: 2/6/14

Temis Inc. v. HCPro Inc.
Allegation: Breach of contract for services rendered: $108,712.87
Filed: 2/12/14

SPRINGFIELD DISTRICT COURT
Christy Webster v. Ear, Nose, & Throat Surgeons of Western New England, LLC
Allegation: Dissemination of confidential information: $24,999
Filed: 2/19/14

Gordon L. Goldsmith, Jr. v. Axiom Capital, LLC
Allegation: Breach of contract and failure to pay on stock purchase agreement: $3,774.24
Filed: 2/21/14

Truss Engineering Corp. v. Hanley & Williams Lumber Co. Inc.
Allegation: Non-payment of goods sold and delivered: $5,538.72
Filed: 2/20/14

Western Mass Electric Co. v. Taylor Davis Landscape Inc.
Allegation: Negligent operation of equipment, causing damage to defendant’s property: $10,499.20
Filed: 2/11/14

Agenda

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Agenda Departments

Management Conference
April 2: Accountability is a hot issue in today’s business world. At the Holiday Inn in Enfield, Conn., the Employers Association of the NorthEast (EANE) will hold its 10th annual management conference, called “It’s All About Accountability.” The conference will address personal accountability and responsibility in achieving organizational results, based on Linda Galindo’s bestselling book, The 85% Solution. EANE is bringing to the area Kathleen Kelly, a master certified facilitator in ‘the Accountability Experience.’ She will teach supervisors and managers how to develop accountability and learn to accept no less than 85% responsibility for the outcomes of their actions. Conference breakout sessions will include: “The Five Dysfunctions of a Team,” “Taking the ‘Difficult’ out of Difficult Conversations,” “Tom’s Fired: Where Did Things Go Wrong?” “Taking Ownership for Your Own Professional Development,” “Digging Deep: Performance Improvement Through Real Coaching,” and “Ethical and Legal Obligations of Managers in Solving Workplace Issues.” For more information about the conference, contact Karen Cronenberger at (877) 662-6444 or [email protected]. To register, call (877) 662-6444 or visit www.eane.org.

Journey Around the World for Literacy
April 30: Link to Libraries invites you to travel to India, Asia, Latin America, France, Ireland, and Italy — all within the Delaney House and D. Hotel and Suites. A selection of ballrooms and suites will be transformed into different global destinations, complete with costumes, cuisine, décor, and local flavor. The event, which runs from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the Delaney House on Route 5 in Holyoke, costs $25 per person, which includes multiple food stations.
An optional $10 buys unlimited sampling at specialty drink stations.
There will also be a cash bar. Funds will benefit literacy programs through Link to Libraries. To register, send a check,
payable to Link to Libraries Inc., to the following address: Link to Libraries, Attn. Karen Blinderman, Registrar, P.O. Box 958,
West Springfield, MA 01090. Your check is your reservation.

Not Just Business as Usual
May 1: The Springfield Technical Community College (STCC) Foundation’s Not Just Business as Usual event is a key networking event for business leaders in Western Mass. This annual celebration, in its fifth year, is a celebration of innovative thinking which gives participants the opportunity to learn from business experts while raising significant funding for the STCC WORKS scholarship program. It will be held at the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. A cocktail and networking reception will be run from 5:30 to 7 p.m., with dinner and keynote speaker to follow from 7 to 9 p.m. This year’s keynote speaker is Dr. Alan Robinson, award-winning author and associate dean of the Isenberg School of Management at UMass Amherst. Robinson will discuss his latest book, The Idea-Driven Organization: Unlocking the Power in Bottom-Up Ideas. Drawing on his work with companies worldwide, Robinson will review the strategies needed to develop a management team open to grassroots innovation and the policies and practices that encourage — and those that discourage — employees’ ideas.
Robinson has advised more than 200 companies in 15 countries. Both tickets and sponsorship opportunities are available. Tickets are $175 each or $1,500 for a table of 10. For additional information or to become a sponsor, contact Christina Tuohey, STCC’s director of Annual Giving and Alumni Relations, at (413) 755-4475 or [email protected]. To purchase tickets online, visit www.stcc.edu/njbau.

40 Under Forty
June 19: The eighth annual 40 Under Forty award program, staged by BusinessWest, will be held at the Log Cabin Banquet & Meeting House, honoring 40 of the region’s rising stars under 40 years old. Judges recently chose this year’s class from more than 150 nominations, a record. They will be announced, and their stories told, in the April 21 issue. More details on the gala will be revealed in upcoming issues, but tickets cost $65, and they typically sell out quickly. For more information or to order tickets, call (413) 781-8600.

Editorial

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Opinion
Coworking Spaces Can Be Idea Factories

For many years now, we’ve been preaching the virtues of inspiring and facilitating entrepreneurship as a sound economic-development strategy, one that is often overlooked by many.

Indeed, that phrase ‘economic development’ is usually associated with filling industrial parks or convincing foreign automakers to build a 1 million-square-foot factory in one’s community. And that’s one way to go about it, granted a very difficult way.

The more old-fashioned way is to encourage the creation of startups and then finding ways to help them grow — and stay — in one’s region. It takes longer, but the results are often more sustainable. This is why we have encouraged groups and initiatives such as Valley Venture Mentors (VVM) in their efforts to help get businesses off to the ground and then get to that next level.

And also why we’re quite impressed with what’s going on at 20 Hampton Ave., Suite 150 in Northampton.

This is the address of Click Workspace (see story on page 12), a unique facility that its founders and current president Paul Silva, also involved with VVM, say specializes in “collisions.”

These are meetings of the minds that often turn into business opportunities in the form of collaborations, assistance that might help an idea come to fruition or a business take a critical next step, or startups that could eventually employ dozens of people.

Click Workspace has seen all of the above, and repeatedly. Maybe the best example of such a collision involves Randall Smith and Chris Landry. The former is a digital strategist and founder of a company called PowerLabs. The latter is the founder of Landry Communications, a branding venture that helps organizations get their stories out. The two met at Work Clickspace and quickly determined that their skills were complementary. They wound up responding as a team to a request for proposals from Boston-based Chorus Foundation and won a sizable contract from the agency.

There are countless other examples of how these collisions work, and they provide ample evidence of the fact that the region needs to find ways to create more of them.

Those involved with ‘Click,’ as it’s called, are interested in taking the concept to other area cities and towns, and we hope they are successful in doing so.

They need some ingredients to fall into place for that to happen, though, including a critical mass of entrepreneurs and creative professionals and affordable commercial real estate, something they somehow managed to find in Northampton, despite the long odds against doing so.

Their next target should be downtown Springfield, and there is already movement to establish a facility there. It’s a common-sense step, because there is considerable activity involving entrepreneurship in the city’s central business district — VVM meets there regularly — and there could be much more in the years to come with UMass having an active presence and initiatives underway to create a larger, more vibrant creative economy there.

What’s needed is a space where the minds can meet and collisions can happen.

There is already much happening when it comes to economic development in Springfield, from the planned $800 million casino complex in the South End to the long-awaited revitalization of Union Station to UMass Amherst’s planned satellite center. These should all create more vibrancy and more interest in the City of Homes, but what’s needed is more focus on inspiring entreprenership and spurring new small businesses.

A coworking facility that can replicate some of those collisions happening at 20 Hampton Ave. in Northampton would be a great place to start. n

Chamber Corners: Upcoming Events

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Chamber Corners Departments

AFFILIATED CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE OF GREATER SPRINGFIELD
www.myonlinechamber.com
(413) 787-1555

• March 25: ACCGS Pastries, Politics and Policy, 8-9 a.m., at the TD Bank Conference Center, 1441 Main St., Springfield. The event will feature David Bassett, TSA federal security director at Bradley International Airport. Reservations are $15 for members, $25 for general admission. Reservations may be made online at www.myonlinechamber.com or by contacting Cecile Larose at [email protected].
• April 2: ACCGS Business@Breakfast, 7:15-9 a.m., at the Delaney House, 3 Country Club Road, Holyoke. Mayor’s Forum, featuring first-term Mayor Edward Sullivan of West Springfield, second-term Mayor Alex Morse of Holyoke, and third-term Mayor Domenic Sarno of Springfield, moderated by abc40’s Dave Madsen. Reservations are $20 for members, $30 for general admission. Reservations may be made online at www.myonlinechamber.com or by contacting Cecile Larose at [email protected].
• April 9: ACCGS Lunch N Learn, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Lattitude Restaurant, 1388 Memorial Ave., West Springfield. Featuring “The Art of the Brand,” presented by Mary McCarthy of Andrew Associates. Attendees will learn the core elements of successful branding and the necessary building blocks that should be put in place in order to ensure that your brand successfully conveys meaningful messages that resonate with your customers or audience. Reservations are $20 for members, $30 for general admission, and may be made online at www.myonlinechamber.com or by contacting Cecile Larose at [email protected].
• April 30: Beacon Hill Summit, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Hosted by state Sen. Gale Candaras. Spend a day at the State House and hear from key legislators, members of the Patrick administration in its final months in office, and our local delegation. Reservations are $180 and include transportation, lunch at the Union Club, and a wrap-up reception at the 21st Amendment. Reservations may be made online at www.myonlinechamber.com or by contacting Cecile Larose at [email protected].

AMHERST AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
www.amherstarea.com
(413) 253-0700

• March 27: Taste a variety of margaritas and vote for your favorites, 5:30-7:30 p.m., at the Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art, 125 West Bay Road, Amherst. Step into the tropics and pretend you’re on a Caribbean island. This is a Division One competition between restaurant and business margaritas. Your votes will determine who will take home the coveted AACC trophies. Restaurant margaritas presented by Hadley Farms MeetingHouse and Bridgeside Grille. Business margaritas presented by Amherst Laser and Skin Care, New England Promotional Marketing, Scandihoovians, and Applewood at Amherst. Admission is $20 pre-paid, $25 at the door.
• April 3: Chamber Brown Bag Event (first of a three-part series), 12:30-2:30 p.m., at the Jones Library. Learn about the importance of understanding Google searches for business visibility and learn about online business presence. More than 90% of consumers start their buying process online, and your business may be falling through the cracks when it comes to search engines. The talk includes prospect preferences in online search, your business presence on Google platforms (interactive), local search and your business (interactive), content marketing strategy, and converting shoppers into buyers. The event includes a raffle of a free Google presence analysis and a $100 voucher. Bring your mobile devices. Admission is free.
• April 9: Chamber Breakfast, “The Power of Video,” 7:15-9 a.m. at the Courtyard by Marriott, 423 Russell St., Hadley. Learn about using videos to promote your business. Sponsored by Epic Filmmakers. Cost is $15 for members, $20 for non-members.
• April 23: Chamber After 5, 5-7 p.m., at Western MA Family Golf Center, 294 Russell St., Hadley. Cost is $10 for members, $15 for non-members.

CHICOPEE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
www.chicopeechamber.org
(413) 594-2101

• March 25: 20th Annual Table Top Expo and Business Networking Event, 4:30-7 p.m., at the Log Cabin Banquet and Meeting House, 500 Easthampton Road, Holyoke. Exhibitor cost: $125 for a table. Admission: $10 in advance or $15 at the door. To register, contact the chamber at (413) 594-2101.
• April 16: April Salute Breakfast, 7:15-9 a.m., at the Kittredge Center at Holyoke Community College. Tickets: $20 for members, $26 for non-members.
• April 16: April Business After Hours, 5-7 p.m., at the Residence Inn by Marriott. Tickets: $5 for members, $15 for non-members.

GREATER EASTHAMPTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
www.easthamptonchamber.org
(413) 527-9414

• April 10: Networking by Night, 5:30 p.m. More details to follow. RSVP appreciated. Contact us at (413) 527-9414 or [email protected]. Tickets are $5 for members, $15 for future members.
• May 02: Wine & Microbrew Tasting, 6 p.m., at Wyckoff Country Club. Unfamiliar with wines? Looking for the perfect wine for dinner? You’ve had the Wente Merlot and Chardonnay, but want to try the St. Michelle Riesling? Well, then, step up to the tasting bar. All of our guests (21 years of age and older) are welcome and encouraged to enjoy samples of more than 42 unique grape and fruit wines. Not interested in wine? That’s OK, because we have a microbrew tasting going on for you, too. One location, one price. Every year the event has grown. Tickets are $35 in advance or $40 at the door.

GREATER NORTHAMPTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
www.explorenorthampton.com
(413) 584-1900

• March 25: 20th Annual Table Top Expo and Business Networking Event, 4:30-7 p.m., at the Log Cabin Banquet and Meeting House, 500 Easthampton Road, Holyoke. Exhibitor cost: $125 for a table. Admission: $10 in advance or $15 at the door. To register, call (413) 584-1900 or e-mail [email protected].
• April 2: Arrive@ 5, 5-7 p.m., at PeoplesBank, 300 King St., Northampton. Sponsored by PeoplesBank. Cost: $10 for members, $15 for non-members. Register at [email protected].
• April 10: Seminar, “Art of Small Business,” first in a three-part series, 9-10:30 a.m., at the Greater Northampton Chamber of Commerce, 99 Pleasant St., Northampton. Presented by Don Lesser of Pioneer Training. Tickets: $20 for members, $25 for guests. Registration is required due to limited space.
• April 21: Seminar, “Art of Small Business,” second in a three-part series, 8:30- 9:30 a.m., at the Greater Northampton Chamber of Commerce, 99 Pleasant St., Northampton. Presented by Tina Stevens of Stevens 470. The program is free, but registration is required due to limited space.
• May 7: Arrive@ 5, 5-7 p.m., at King & Cushman Inc.; 176 King St., Northampton. Sponsored by Applied Mortgage Services Corp., King Autobody, and Goggins Real Estate. Cost: $10 for members, $15 for non-members. Register at [email protected].
• June 4: Arrive@ 5, 5-7 p.m., at Black Birch Vineyard. Sponsored by Johnson & Hill Staffing Services, the Creative, and viz-bang! Cost is $10 for members, $15 for non-members. Register at [email protected].

GREATER WESTFIELD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
www.westfieldbiz.org
(413) 568-1618

• April 3: Social Media Workshop, 8:30-10:30 a.m., at the Holiday Inn Express, 39 Southampton Road, Westfield. Presented by Alfonso Santaniello, the Creative Strategy Agency. Topic: engaging across platforms — how to create engaging content, what types of content should you be creating, how to distribute content through various platforms, and the importance of tracking along the way. Cost: free to Westfield Chamber members, $25 for non-members paid in advance. Seating is limited; register early. To register, call Pam at the chamber office at (413) 568-1618.
• April 7: Mayor’s Coffee Hour, 8-9 a.m., at Renaissance Manor, 37 Feeding Hills Road, Westfield. The GWCC invites you to have coffee with Mayor Daniel Knapik in a very informal setting. Hear first-hand from the mayor about key issues and get an update on construction projects. The mayor also welcomes any questions or concerns you may have. Free, informative, and open to the pubic. To register, call Pam at the chamber office at (413) 568-1618, or e-mail [email protected].
• April 9: After 5 Connection, 5-7 p.m., at Czar Energy, 53 North Elm St., Westfield. Don’t forget your business cards. Great connection opportunities. Bring a prospective new member for free. Members: advertise your business with a table top for $50. Hors d’oeuvres served. Walk-ins welcome. Haven’t been to an After 5? Your first one is free. Cost: $10 for members, $15 for non-members (cash at the door). To register, call Pam at the chamber office at (413) 568-1618, or e-mail [email protected].
• April 30: Beacon Hill Summit, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Beacon Hill Summit, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Hosted by state Sen. Gale Candaras. Spend a day at the State House and hear from key legislators and members of the Patrick administration in its final months in office. Cost: $180, which includes bus, lunch, and reception. For more information, call the chamber office at (413) 568-1618.

PROFESSIONAL WOMEN’S CHAMBER
www.professionalwomenschamber.com
(413) 755-1310

• April 8: PWC Ladies Night, 5-7 p.m., at Baystate Health, 325 King St., Northampton. An opportunity to network socially with other female professionals in a casual and unique setting. Reservations are complimentary but required by contacting Dawn Creighton at [email protected]. The Professional Women’s Chamber is an affiliate of the Affiliated Chambers of Commerce of Greater Springfield.

WEST OF THE RIVER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
www.ourwrc.com
413-426-3880

• April 2: Wicked Wednesday, 5-7 p.m., at Insurance Center of New England, Agawam. Free for chamber members, $10 for non-members. Event is open to the public; non-members must pay at the door. Wicked Wednesdays are monthly social events hosted by various businesses and restaurants, bringing members and non-members together to network in a laid-back atmosphere. For more information, contact the chamber at (413) 426-3880 or [email protected].
• April 16: Networking Lunch, hosted by Cal’s, 12-1:30 p.m. Must be a member or guest of a member to attend. Enjoy a sit-down lunch while networking with fellow chamber members. Each attendee will get a chance to offer a brief sales pitch. The only cost is lunch; attendees will order off the menu and pay separately that day. We cannot invoice you. For more information, contact the chamber at (413) 426-3880 or [email protected].

YOUNG PROFESSIONAL SOCIETY OF GREATER SPRINGFIELD
www.springfieldyps.com

• March 27: CEO Luncheon, 11:45 a.m to 1:15 p.m., at Health New England, Monarch Place, Suite 1500, Springfield. Guest Speaker: Peter Straley, president and CEO of Health New England. Sponsored by Adam Quenneville Roofing, Siding, and Windows and BusinessWest. Members-only event; space is limited. CEO Luncheons are first-come, first served; seats up to 20 maximum.

Editorial

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Opinion
A Potential Wellspring of Job Growth

To look around the facilities at Alliance Upholstery, located in the former Bottaro Skolnick building in Springfield’s South End, one might gain a new perspective on the phrase ‘humble beginnings.’

Alliance is a decades-old and very successful upholstery business that operates in what could only be called a no-frills environment — that’s an industry term of sorts — in the century-old building where monkey wrenches, one of Springfield’s many ‘firsts,’ were manufactured.

Sharing space with Alliance is something called the Wellspring Upholstery Cooperative, or WUC, the first in what will hopefully be a network of businesses created to tap into the huge buying power possessed by the region’s colleges, healthcare facilities, and other large institutions, and create worker-owned businesses — and much-needed jobs (see story on page 6).

Wellspring, which, as the name suggests, is designed to created a continuous supply of jobs and opportunities, was inspired by similar initiatives elsewhere, including the hugely successful Evergreen Collaboratives in Cleveland and the Mondragon Cooperatives in Spain, which to date have created more than 100 businesses now employing more than 80,000 people.

Ventures like Wellspring have to start somewhere, and this one started with a few dozen booths from a dining commons at UMass Amherst, several chairs from the Westfield mayor’s office, and a few items from the campus hotel at UMass, projects that have kept the first WUC employees busy.

The hope, and expectation, is that there will soon be many more upholstery projects and employees to handle those assignments, and then the creation of more businesses, such as a greenhouse operation that could supply those aforementioned anchor businesses with fresh fruits and vegetables, as well as a commercial laundry, such as the one created by Evergreen, one of its most successful ventures.

We believe that it can happen, and will happen, largely because there are a number of anchor businesses and partners committed to making this a success. That first list includes Baystate Health, the Sisters of Providence Health System, UMass Amherst, Springfield Technical Community College, and Western New England University. The latter includes the Regional Employment Board of Hampden County, Partners for a Healthier Community, and the United Way of Pioneer Valley.

Beyond this large and solid base of support, though, is the understanding that a venture like Wellspring needs to work.

Indeed, economic development takes many forms, from attracting new businesses to helping existing ventures expand, to creating new business sectors, such as the biosciences. One that’s often overlooked is generating development in neighborhoods where private investment is rare, if it occurs at all, and Springfield has many of those.

Meanwhile, generating jobs in such neighborhoods is not only an economic-development issue, but a health issue as well — jobs are certainly a key component to a healthy community, and a lack of jobs is one of the factors that has made Hampden County the least healthy county in the state in recent years.

At the moment, the program created by all those aforementioned partners has created a wellspring of potential. In time, and perhaps not much of it, it may indeed become a key source of opportunities and jobs.

From the current humble beginnings, great things are possible, and likely. v

People on the Move

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Departments People on the Move

Jessica West

Jessica West

Easthampton Savings Bank announced that Jessica West has been promoted to Branch Officer at the Northampton Street office. West served as Assistant Manager with Eileen Hickle as Branch Officer before her retirement at the end of February. She joined the bank as a Senior Teller for the Belchertown office in 2002, was promoted to Assistant Branch Manager in Belchertown in 2008, then Assistant Branch Manager at the Northampton Street office in 2012. West graduated from Springfield Technical Community College with an associate degree in mechanical technologies, and has taken various CFT courses.
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Candace Pereira

Candace Pereira

The Gray House has inducted Candace Pereira to a three-year term on its board of directors. Pereira, a Commercial Lending Officer at United Bank since 2005, served most recently as Senior Credit Analyst following earlier positions as Senior Commercial Loan Associate and Mortgage Representative. Pereira holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Massachusetts and an associate degree in business administration from Springfield Technical Community College. The Gray House is a small neighborhood human-services agency in Springfield whose mission is to help its neighbors facing hardships to meet their immediate and transitional needs by providing food, clothing, and educational services in a safe, positive environment in the North End of Springfield.
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Denise Dukette

Denise Dukette

Hampden Bank announced three new members to its Business BankingCommercial Lending group:
• Denise Dukette, Vice President, Commercial Credit Officer, joined the bank in June 2013, as Vice President and Credit Officer of Business Banking. She oversees risk management, credit underwriting, and operational support for the bank’s business-lending functions. Dukette brings more than 30 years of managerial and lending experience, having held leadership roles at commercial and community banks in the Springfield and Hartford markets, including Fleet Bank, TD Bank, and United Bank. She has managed credit departments, loan review, risk management, loan operations, and commercial lending, as well as working at a Western Mass. economic-development agency. Dukette earned a bacherlor’s degree in economics at Wheaton College and an MBA from UConn;



James Babcock

James Babcock

• James Babcock, Vice President, Commercial Lending, has spent nearly all of his 25 years in commercial lending at community banks in the Northern Conn. market, including United Bank, Simsbury Bank & Trust, and First National Bank of Suffield. His new role will include business development in Massachusetts and reaching out into Connecticut. Babcock has a bachelor’s degree from George Washington University and earned an MBA from Babson College; and






John Downs

John Downs

• John Downs, Vice President, Commercial Lending, brings more than 30 years of managerial and commercial-lending experience, having held leadership roles at community banks including PeoplesBank and Chicopee Savings Bank. Downs earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from American International College and an MBA from Western New England University.
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Michael Linton

Michael Linton

Michael Linton, Owner of Michael’s Party Rentals in Ludlow, recently graduated from the Certified Event Rental Professional (CERP) program, developed by the American Rental Assoc. (ARA), one of the party and event rental industry’s most distinguished certifications. Recipients of the CERP certification were recognized at the Rental Show, ARA’s annual trade show and convention, in Orlando, Fla. in February.
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Rick’s Place Inc. recently announced that Donald Mitchell, Director of Projects and Facilities at the YMCA of Greater Springfield and current Vice President of the Board of Directors, succeeds founding board President William Scatolini, who, along with Dan Sheehan and Glen Garvey, established Rick’s Place in memory of their friend from high school, Rick Thorpe, who died in Tower Two of the World Trade Center on 9/11. Mitchell brings enthusiasm and experience to Rick’s Place; since 2008, he operated a local nonprofit in Springfield, assisting small businesses, and has served on a state board and several nonprofit boards. Scatolini’s tenure as President of the board from 2007 to 2014 helped to establish Rick’s Place, and he will continue his involvement with the organization as a member of the executive committee. Rick’s Place, which opened in March 2007 with six youth, provides support to grieving young people and their families. Seven years later, the nonprofit has worked with hundreds of youth throughout Hampden County.

Company Notebook

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Company Notebook Departments

Bay Path Launches Online MS in Accounting
LONGMEADOW — Taking into consideration many of the specific challenges facing accountants and other professionals in that industry, Bay Path College recently announced the launch of a master of science in Accounting (MSA) degree designed to respond to their needs. Now registering classes for May 2014, the exclusively online MS, with one- and two-year tracks, holds no classes during the busy season for accountants, January through April. Three concentrations are offered, public accounting (tax and audit), private accounting, and forensic accounting. The curriculum of Bay Path’s MSA is also designed to satisfy the educational requirements for licensure as a CPA in over 40 states, including Massachusetts and Connecticut. In January 2014, Time magazine reported that accountants were one of the top five jobs in demand by employers, and the Department of Labor recently cited the occupation as one of the leading areas of job growth in the next decade. The American Assoc. of CPAs has shown that accountants with a master’s degree are likely to earn upward of 20% more than those with a lesser degree. Kara Stevens, who chairs the program, has years of professional experience in accounting. “At Bay Path, we understand how to teach technical accounting and what it’s like to work in the accounting industry,” she said. “Our accounting faculty have worked in the professions where students are either coming from or hope to be a part of, and that’s an important differentiator with our MSA. This makes the degree more relevant to the students’ professional goals.” For more information about the program and other graduate degrees, visit graduate.baypath.edu.

STCC Launches STEM Starter Academy
SPRINGFIELD — Springfield Technical Community College (STCC) has announced a new summer program that will allow incoming students a chance to get an early start on their college credits while also exploring the possibility of a career in the science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) disciplines. The STEM Starter Academy will allow participants to earn a $1,000 stipend; take free college courses, including the College Success Seminar “Essentials of Engineering and Math”; participate in field trips; and learn from guest speakers and STEM experts currently working in the field. To apply to the STEM Starter Academy, a student must be a Massachusetts high-school graduate from the classes of 2012, 2013, or 2014, submit an STCC admissions application for the fall 2014 semester and a STEM Starter Academy application, possess a grade-point average of 2.0 or above, and have parental consent (for those under 18 years of age). The application deadline is May 9. According to Dr. Robert Dickerman, STCC dean of the School of Math, Sciences, and Engineering Transfer, STEM graduates are in high demand. The STEM Starter Academy is an opportunity for students to gain a better understanding of the STEM field, learn about career possibilities, as well as earn college credit toward a future degree. “The goal of the STEM Starter Academy is to get students interested in STEM careers,” said Dickerman. “Students may not always think a STEM degree is for them, but we want to show them there are a lot of places that degree can take them. Being a part of the STEM Starter Academy is a phenomenal opportunity for local students.”

Monson Savings Awards Grant to Link to Libraries
MONSON — Steven Lowell, president of Monson Savings Bank, presented a community-service recognition grant to Link to Libraries. The nonprofit was awarded the foundation’s grant award for being in the top of the community-service organizations in the bank’s areas of giving. “ Support from the Monson Savings Bank Foundation not only supports our programs, but enriches the lives of the children in Ware, Palmer, Wilbraham, Hampden, and Monson,” said Janet Crimmins, president of Link to Libraries. “These are sites in which this organization distributes thousands of books each year. We are honored by the support of this bank and its staff who donate countless hours engaging with the children in their community.”

OMG Introduces RedLine AFR Roof Drain
AGAWAM — OMG Roofing Products of Agawam has introduced the RedLine AFR Roof Drain, a tool-free system that provides for maximum allowable flow for gravity-based, open-channel roof-drainage systems. The RedLine AFR mechanical seal can be activated by hand, eliminating the need for tools and significantly reducing installation time. In extreme rain events, a head of water can develop and create a pressurized flow in some roof-drain fixtures, leading to failures in the building’s plumbing system. RedLine AFR’s design, featuring the RedLine AFR Vortex Breaker, has been tested for maximum allowable flow and to minimize the danger of creating pressurized flow. The patent-pending RedLine AFR Backflow Mechanical Seal can be installed by hand, creating a perfectly symmetrical, watertight connection and preventing over-tightening or under-tightening during installation. “The RedLine AFR Roof Drain is revolutionary in that it lets contractors install watertight, maximum allowable flow drains in half the time it would take to insert new drains and a fraction of the time it would take to rework or replace the drains,” said Dan Genovese, product manager with OMG Roofing Products. “Installation is tool-free and can be done in a single turn with two fingers, increasing productivity and accuracy. More important, the RedLine AFR Roof Drain is engineered to get water off the roof at a flow rate consistent with the building’s internal plumbing system.” RedLine AFR is installed from the rooftop so as not to disrupt building occupants, and has a one-piece seamless body for strength and durability as well as a heavy-duty, cast-aluminum strainer dome and clamping ring. The 10-inch-long drain stem can accommodate most existing field conditions and can be field-cut or obtained in longer lengths if needed. An extra-large flange allows positive attachment of roof-flashing membrane, and flanges are available with TPO or PVC coatings for hot-air welding. Headquartered in Agawam, OMG Roofing Products is North America’s largest manufacturer of commercial roofing products, featuring specialty fasteners, insulation adhesives, drains, pipe supports, emergency-repair tape, edge-metal systems, and productivity tools.

Fairview Hospital Lauded for Patient Experience
GREAT BARRINGTON — Fairview Hospital has been recognized with a 2013 Outstanding Patient Experience Award by Healthgrades, a leading online provider of comprehensive information about physicians and hospitals. Fairview Hospital was one of nine hospitals in Massachusetts to receive this distinction, and the only hospital so recognized in Western Mass., ranking among the top 15% of all hospitals that were evaluated. The Outstanding Patient Experience Award recognizes the high performance of hospitals that have been evaluated by their patients in surveys collected after their discharge from the hospital by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). “Berkshire Health Systems is proud of the exceptional care that is being provided to our patients in South Berkshire by Fairview Hospital,” said David Phelps, president and CEO of BHS. “The consistent level of high-quality care that Fairview’s physicians, nurses, and staff give to their patients is clearly reflected in the survey results for which this award is based. Fairview patients repeatedly relay their positive experiences, and BHS and Fairview are committed to maintaining that level of excellence.”

Real Estate Transactions

By
Departments 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

BUCKLAND

119 Charlemont Road
Buckland, MA 01338
Amount: $150,000
Buyer: Todd Seavey
Seller: Vicky Seavey
Date: 01/29/14

CHARLEMONT

57 Warner Hill Road
Charlemont, MA 01339
Amount: $156,000
Buyer: Thomas M. Pariseau
Seller: Academy At Charlemont
Date: 02/04/14

COLRAIN

21 Heath Road
Colrain, MA 01340
Amount: $155,000
Buyer: Heather Staas
Seller: Mutch, Duncan D., (Estate)
Date: 02/07/14

DEERFIELD

Greenfield Road
Deerfield, MA 01342
Amount: $300,000
Buyer: Deerfield Academy
Seller: Richard W. Wilby
Date: 01/28/14

72 Mill Village Road
Deerfield, MA 01373
Amount: $117,500
Buyer: Mark E. Gilmore
Seller: Griffith, Pauline E., (Estate)
Date: 02/04/14

GREENFIELD

177 Conway St.
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $116,616
Buyer: FNMA
Seller: Elissa Rose
Date: 01/30/14

52 Country Club Road
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $242,000
Buyer: David W. Britt
Seller: Nancy J. Baldwin
Date: 01/31/14

186 High St.
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $193,987
Buyer: FHLM
Seller: Ricardo A. Fernandes
Date: 02/07/14

219 High St.
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $184,000
Buyer: Kimberly J. Zabek
Seller: Clifford B. Long
Date: 01/31/14

93 High St.
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $391,000
Buyer: Benegan LLC
Seller: Freehigh LLC
Date: 01/31/14

9 Holland Ave.
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $230,000
Buyer: Lawrence Channel
Seller: Jocelyn M. Barnes
Date: 01/31/14

85 Phyllis Lane
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $137,900
Buyer: Brooks A. Mostue
Seller: Szulborski, Rudolph W., (Estate)
Date: 02/07/14

5 Verde Dr.
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $255,000
Buyer: Angelo L. Thomas
Seller: Govind R. Patel
Date: 01/31/14

HEATH

52 Burrington Road
Heath, MA 01346
Amount: $181,000
Buyer: Adam Ruhf
Seller: Jens Lindgren
Date: 02/07/14

LEVERETT

14 Lead Mine Road
Leverett, MA 01054
Amount: $310,000
Buyer: Marinos Vouvakis
Seller: Mary J. Kennedy
Date: 02/06/14

MONTAGUE

18 Winthrop St.
Montague, MA 01349
Amount: $146,500
Buyer: Abigail R. McGuigan
Seller: Roberta J. Billiel
Date: 02/07/14

NORTHFIELD

18 Hotel Road
Northfield, MA 01360
Amount: $450,000
Buyer: NGC Realty LLC
Seller: Northfield Mt. Hermon School
Date: 01/28/14

ORANGE

454 East River St.
Orange, MA 01364
Amount: $115,000
Buyer: Donald F. McHugh
Seller: Jeffrey K. Mosher
Date: 01/31/14

118 Eagleville Road
Orange, MA 01364
Amount: $220,000
Buyer: Brian Linstad
Seller: William A. Spooner
Date: 01/27/14

420 Mayo Road
Orange, MA 01364
Amount: $299,900
Buyer: Joshua A. Page
Seller: Robert A. Goodine
Date: 01/31/14

44 Meadow Lane
Orange, MA 01364
Amount: $167,516
Buyer: MHFA
Seller: Alan Notre
Date: 01/28/14

SHELBURNE

240 Colrain Shelburne Road
Shelburne, MA 01370
Amount: $608,500
Buyer: Graham Lawes
Seller: David Crutcher
Date: 02/03/14

SHUTESBURY

450 Pelham Hill Road
Shutesbury, MA 01072
Amount: $195,000
Buyer: Kasey J. Grant
Seller: Laurie J. Doubleday
Date: 02/07/14

WARWICK

216 Old Winchester Road
Warwick, MA 01378
Amount: $173,600
Buyer: Justin Costa
Seller: Nicolas J. Melvin
Date: 01/31/14

HAMPDEN COUNTY

AGAWAM

83 Horsham Place
Agawam, MA 01030
Amount: $215,000
Buyer: Ashley E. Cote
Seller: Romano M. Daniele
Date: 01/27/14

102 Lealand Ave.
Agawam, MA 01001
Amount: $185,000
Buyer: Katie A. Johnson
Seller: Eugene S. McLean
Date: 01/27/14

50 Primrose Lane
Agawam, MA 01001
Amount: $235,000
Buyer: Nico A. Connor
Seller: Francis A. Connor
Date: 02/07/14

19 Royal St.
Agawam, MA 01001
Amount: $125,000
Buyer: Vadim Nazarets
Seller: FNMA
Date: 01/31/14

7 Ruth Ave.
Agawam, MA 01001
Amount: $120,000
Buyer: Carol A. Skorupski
Seller: Heather M. Staas
Date: 01/29/14

94 Senator Ave.
Agawam, MA 01001
Amount: $228,000
Buyer: Sherry Goyette
Seller: Thomas Fountain
Date: 01/29/14

BLANDFORD

17 South St.
Blandford, MA 01008
Amount: $255,000
Buyer: Thomas J. Ryan
Seller: Richard A. Peloquin
Date: 01/27/14

BRIMFIELD

25 Warren Road
Brimfield, MA 01010
Amount: $230,000
Buyer: Thibeault Properties LLC
Seller: Robert H. Murray
Date: 01/31/14

CHICOPEE

127 Blanchwood Ave.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $115,000
Buyer: Krzysztof A. Smolucha
Seller: Larry J. Davis
Date: 02/07/14

388 Broadway St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $330,000
Buyer: North Harlow 2 LLC
Seller: Sharon I. Riley
Date: 01/27/14

352 Chicopee St.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $187,000
Buyer: Jennifer L. O’Grady
Seller: Virginia M. Bateman
Date: 01/31/14

43 Dallaire Ave.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $159,500
Buyer: Domingo M. Martinez
Seller: Paul E. Martel
Date: 01/30/14

1191 Grattan St.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $174,500
Buyer: Joseph A. Heckman
Seller: Theresa A. Lamothe
Date: 01/31/14

75 Ludger Ave.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $115,000
Buyer: John O. Menard
Seller: Norman A. Belisle
Date: 02/07/14

55 Nash St.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $116,236
Buyer: FNMA
Seller: Michelle A. Taylor
Date: 01/27/14

76 Rzasa Dr.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $239,900
Buyer: John S. Godin
Seller: Jorge Morgado
Date: 02/07/14

161 Vadnais St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $155,048
Buyer: US Bank
Seller: Herman C. Mendez
Date: 02/03/14

EAST LONGMEADOW

52 Allen St.
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Amount: $195,000
Buyer: Mark Piotrowski
Seller: Michelle Daley
Date: 01/29/14

97 Bayne St.
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Amount: $195,000
Buyer: Casey Christensen
Seller: Beverly J. Midwood
Date: 01/28/14

17 Harris Dr.
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Amount: $178,500
Buyer: Derek R. Samble
Seller: USA VA
Date: 01/31/14

51 Schuyler Dr.
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Amount: $143,988
Buyer: Cori L. Savio
Seller: Leon A. Osborne
Date: 01/29/14

157 Smith Ave.
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Amount: $215,000
Buyer: Bilal Khalid
Seller: Daniel K. Saia
Date: 02/03/14

15 Wilder Lane
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Amount: $220,000
Buyer: Shane R. Saunders
Seller: Irene C. Bernacki
Date: 01/30/14

GRANVILLE

910 Beech Hill Road
Granville, MA 01034
Amount: $225,000
Buyer: Gary E. Ransom
Seller: William J. Winn
Date: 02/07/14

HOLLAND

3 Causeway Road
Holland, MA 01521
Amount: $195,000
Buyer: Jessica Hilyard
Seller: Norman T. Godard
Date: 01/27/14

HOLYOKE

701 Kelly Way
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $2,140,000
Buyer: KWHP LLC
Seller: 701 Kelly Way LLC
Date: 02/06/14

23 Magnolia Ave.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $140,000
Buyer: Austin W. Ballard
Seller: John P. Cadigan
Date: 01/29/14

69 Portland St.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $135,000
Buyer: Mildred Hernandez
Seller: Ryan, Margaret E., (Estate)
Date: 01/31/14

214 Southampton Road
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $316,000
Buyer: Michael T. Clark
Seller: Miguel A. Rivera
Date: 02/04/14

29 Upland Road
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $180,000
Buyer: John J. O’Connor
Seller: Donald A. Cooper
Date: 02/07/14

122 Waldo St.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $138,000
Buyer: Kelly L. Moore
Seller: T&Y Enterprises Inc.
Date: 01/31/14

LONGMEADOW

30 Clairmont St.
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $455,000
Buyer: Morris M. Fontenot
Seller: Glenn E. Lafountain
Date: 01/29/14

201 Converse St.
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $214,000
Buyer: Catherine C. Lafountain
Seller: Padruig P. Anderson
Date: 01/29/14

29 Franklin Road
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $201,000
Buyer: Jonathan M. Zobel
Seller: Patricia L. Hannon
Date: 01/31/14

1596 Longmeadow St.
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $227,000
Buyer: Elizabeth A. Dimeo
Seller: Philip N. Clark
Date: 01/30/14

190 Nevins Ave.
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $174,000
Buyer: Jeffrey Cohen
Seller: Over Bars LLC
Date: 01/27/14

LUDLOW

69 Massachusetts Ave.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $170,000
Buyer: James D. Kurtz
Seller: Raymond S. Suleski
Date: 01/28/14

12 Moody St.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $134,000
Buyer: NND LLC
Seller: Norman S. Belben
Date: 01/29/14

17 Parker Lane
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $135,000
Buyer: Christopher B. Chutkowski
Seller: Whitetail Wreks LLC
Date: 02/07/14

229 Parker Lane
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $361,600
Buyer: Alan R. Aubin
Seller: Mark J. Rodriquenz
Date: 02/03/14

124 Prospect Gardens
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $127,900
Buyer: Ronald L. Schneider
Seller: Daniel D. Pereira
Date: 02/07/14

260 Prospect St.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $133,000
Buyer: Krista L. Ouimette
Seller: Harry C. Madsen
Date: 01/29/14

MONSON

15 Green St.
Monson, MA 01057
Amount: $163,000
Buyer: Peter F. Matrow
Seller: Paul A. Matrow
Date: 01/31/14

18 Robbins Road
Monson, MA 01057
Amount: $185,000
Buyer: Gary L. Depace
Seller: Gaj, Max T. Jr., (Estate)
Date: 01/31/14

9 Silva St.
Monson, MA 01057
Amount: $143,190
Buyer: Mary Curran-Lima
Seller: Joseph S. Bolduc
Date: 01/31/14

65 Stafford Hollow Road
Monson, MA 01057
Amount: $198,186
Buyer: JP Morgan Chase Bank
Seller: Janet Langelier
Date: 02/06/14

PALMER

6 Carriage Dr.
Palmer, MA 01069
Amount: $284,500
Buyer: Roger Kuneyl
Seller: James J. Rocha
Date: 01/30/14

376 Rondeau St.
Palmer, MA 01069
Amount: $255,000
Buyer: Dorota Cygan
Seller: Colette R. Wesolowski
Date: 02/07/14

RUSSELL

77 River St.
Russell, MA 01071
Amount: $152,000
Buyer: Frank J. Figueroa
Seller: James Vansickle
Date: 01/30/14

SOUTHWICK

24 Birchwood Road
Southwick, MA 01077
Amount: $165,000
Buyer: Holly L. Johnson
Seller: Michael T. Clark
Date: 02/04/14

SPRINGFIELD

719 Allen St.
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $124,000
Buyer: Couture Partners LLC
Seller: Phyllis A. Fedor
Date: 01/30/14

827 Armory St.
Springfield, MA 01107
Amount: $117,500
Buyer: Vladimir Buynovskiy
Seller: 827 Armory Street LLC
Date: 02/07/14

14 Bacon Road
Springfield, MA 01119
Amount: $125,000
Buyer: Richard E. Holmes
Seller: David Slora
Date: 01/31/14

305 Bicentennial Hwy.
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $5,200,000
Buyer: Practice Properties Springfield
Seller: Pearson Cooley Development Co. LP
Date: 01/29/14

155 Brittany Road
Springfield, MA 01151
Amount: $117,000
Buyer: Matthew F. Whitehouse
Seller: Lanzetta, Kathleen F., (Estate)
Date: 01/31/14

55 Burton St.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $224,658
Buyer: JP Morgan Chase Bank
Seller: Jorge A. Rivera
Date: 01/30/14

541 Carew St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $116,000
Buyer: Hipolito Resto
Seller: Paul Santolini
Date: 01/28/14

228 Dayton St.
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $198,000
Buyer: Robert W. White
Seller: Kristy M. Hess
Date: 02/07/14

185 Dickinson St.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $118,000
Buyer: Shaaheen Rashad
Seller: Sonia Lopez
Date: 02/03/14

65 Glenvale St.
Springfield, MA 01119
Amount: $119,070
Buyer: USA VA
Seller: Tonya M. Izzo
Date: 01/27/14

14 Junes Way
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $267,000
Buyer: Robert S. Sanville
Seller: L. P. Audette Builders Inc.
Date: 01/31/14

56 Juniper Dr.
Springfield, MA 01119
Amount: $141,000
Buyer: Malwina Kukwa
Seller: Pamela J. Harpin
Date: 01/31/14

63 Kensington Ave.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $120,000
Buyer: Josue Velney
Seller: Eduard Donskoy
Date: 01/30/14

30 Lynwood Terrace
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $135,000
Buyer: Jose R. Rolon
Seller: Matthew D. Campagnari
Date: 02/03/14

31 Northampton Ave.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $122,000
Buyer: Marangely Ortega
Seller: Tina Nguyen
Date: 01/31/14

48 Park Edge Ave.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $250,000
Buyer: Vana N. Nespor
Seller: Julia A. Powers
Date: 01/27/14

86 Paulk Terrace
Springfield, MA 01128
Amount: $115,000
Buyer: Keith P. Diaugustino
Seller: FNMA
Date: 01/29/14

16 Powell Ave.
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $119,000
Buyer: Norman F. Gagnon
Seller: Gagnon, William E., (Estate)
Date: 01/29/14

131 Ramblewood Dr.
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $150,000
Buyer: Sean M. Walsh
Seller: Sandra M. Fielding
Date: 02/07/14

Rollins St. (SS) #104
Springfield, MA 01101
Amount: $122,000
Buyer: Keshawn S. Hines
Seller: Gregory F. Deangelo
Date: 01/31/14

17 Skyridge Lane
Springfield, MA 01128
Amount: $195,000
Buyer: Rosanna Greening
Seller: Amy Hoggard
Date: 01/31/14

40 Stony Brook Road
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $118,000
Buyer: Eric A. Rosa
Seller: Dorothy R. Proulx
Date: 01/27/14

172 Talmadge Dr.
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $118,500
Buyer: Karen L. Lackman
Seller: Bruce C. Davidson
Date: 01/29/14

57 Wilson St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $159,000
Buyer: Juan J. Cruz
Seller: Maribel Colon
Date: 01/27/14

WEST SPRINGFIELD

59 Beech Hill Road
West Springfield, MA 01030
Amount: $279,900
Buyer: Wayne L. Morris
Seller: Beech Hill Construction Inc.
Date: 01/31/14

219 Great Plains Road
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $242,500
Buyer: Richard A. Peloquin
Seller: Joanne M. Kennedy
Date: 01/27/14

35 Houston Road
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $134,500
Buyer: Paul M. Synan
Seller: Louis J. Demaio
Date: 01/31/14

170 Lower Beverly Hills
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $186,000
Buyer: James M. Korbut
Seller: Tracy M. Demaio
Date: 01/31/14

165 Monastery Ave.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $181,000
Buyer: Jeffrey M. Lenahan
Seller: Brian D. Berchulski
Date: 01/29/14

32 Moseley Ave.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $165,000
Buyer: Ali Al-Janabi
Seller: Alliance Associates LLC
Date: 01/30/14

188 Riverdale St.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $124,500
Buyer: Sergiu Malancea
Seller: Tallage IMP LLC
Date: 02/07/14

78 Rogers Ave.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $180,000
Buyer: Tracy M. Demaio
Seller: Charles L. Gullett
Date: 02/03/14

WESTFIELD

63 Beveridge Blvd.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $146,000
Buyer: US Bank
Seller: Debra Milczarski
Date: 02/07/14

29 East Bartlett St.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $182,500
Buyer: Willard J. Kopatz
Seller: Caroline Hill
Date: 01/30/14

7 Hawthorne Ave.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $330,000
Buyer: Larry D. Faulhaber
Seller: Robert A. Catuccio
Date: 01/31/14

175 Pontoosic Road
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $195,000
Buyer: Jessica L. Merati
Seller: Mark R. Jachym
Date: 01/29/14

24 Reed St.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $226,000
Buyer: Patrick Moody
Seller: Aspen Properties Group LLC
Date: 01/31/14

22 Rosedell Dr.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $175,000
Buyer: Caitlin E. Fields
Seller: Richard M. Fields
Date: 01/31/14

467 Russellville Road
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $165,000
Buyer: Marshall S. Harris
Seller: Jill C. Burckhardt
Date: 02/07/14

225 Sackett Road
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $140,000
Buyer: Rebecca L. Clark
Seller: Marci A. Kramer
Date: 01/30/14

100 Steiger Dr.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $210,000
Buyer: John C. Guagliardo
Seller: John C. Macleod
Date: 01/31/14

88 Westwood Dr.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $155,805
Buyer: Dewayne R. Devos
Seller: John S. Szpila
Date: 02/07/14

WILBRAHAM

2 Bonair Dr.
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Amount: $335,000
Buyer: Peter R. Carmichael
Seller: Anthony M. Gomes
Date: 02/07/14

4 Briar Cliff Dr.
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Amount: $445,000
Buyer: Phillip B. Clawson
Seller: Arthur J. Abrahamson
Date: 01/29/14

330 Glendale Road
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Amount: $299,000
Seller: Walter J. Kwiecien
Date: 01/31/14

HAMPSHIRE COUNTY

AMHERST

20 Beston St.
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $298,400
Buyer: Shirley L. Griffin TR
Seller: Lisa S. Scott
Date: 02/07/14

180 College St.
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $167,500
Buyer: Joseph D. Dasco
Seller: Roberts, Theresa, (Estate)
Date: 01/29/14

80 Cowls Road
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $322,500
Buyer: Holden House LLC
Seller: Susan S. Holden
Date: 02/07/14

287 Grantwood Dr.
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $173,200
Buyer: Paul C. Roud
Seller: FNMA
Date: 01/29/14

14 Gray St.
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $750,000
Buyer: Barbara L. Guidera RET
Seller: Gerald G. Guidera
Date: 01/29/14

60 Hobart Lane
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $275,000
Buyer: John J. O’Connell
Seller: Joel A. Feinman
Date: 01/31/14

43 Jeffrey Lane
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $240,000
Buyer: Matthew W. Dufresne
Seller: Robert J. Dufresne
Date: 02/04/14

95 Larkspur Dr.
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $516,000
Buyer: Carlos Suarez
Seller: Hana Rivkin TR
Date: 02/07/14

50 McClellan St.
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $270,000
Buyer: Craig Gibson
Seller: Craig Gibson
Date: 01/31/14

70 Red Gate Lane
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $530,000
Buyer: Anita M. McGahan RET
Seller: Colleen M. Osten
Date: 01/27/14

Shays St.
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $182,500
Buyer: Elizabeth N. Gummere
Seller: Fawkner, Margaret B., (Estate)
Date: 01/28/14

Station Road
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $125,000
Buyer: Western Development Corp.
Seller: Gregory J. Firman
Date: 02/07/14

474 Station Road
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $410,500
Buyer: Neal C. Crago
Seller: Gregory J. Firman
Date: 01/31/14

515 Station Road
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $440,000
Buyer: Leah C. Schmalzbauer
Seller: Marilyn C. Dahl TR
Date: 01/31/14

2 Teaberry Lane
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $370,000
Buyer: Ashley R. Carter
Seller: Rene Reyes
Date: 01/28/14

559 West St.
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $236,524
Buyer: FNMA
Seller: Daniel R. Martin
Date: 01/27/14

559 West St.
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $200,000
Buyer: Christina G. Salgo
Seller: FNMA
Date: 02/03/14

BELCHERTOWN

76 Dana Hill
Belchertown, MA 01007
Amount: $263,000
Buyer: Matthew J. Tudryn
Seller: Smith, Louis W., (Estate)
Date: 02/07/14

9 Eastview Dr.
Belchertown, MA 01007
Amount: $306,000
Buyer: Anthony E. Ceria
Seller: Cindy-Lee Jenks
Date: 01/31/14

624 North Washington St.
Belchertown, MA 01007
Amount: $225,000
Buyer: Ellyana S. Stanton
Seller: Gina M. Forbes
Date: 01/31/14

20 Springfield Road
Belchertown, MA 01007
Amount: $182,976
Buyer: FNMA
Seller: Judith C. Dudek
Date: 02/03/14

CHESTERFIELD

203 Main Road
Chesterfield, MA 01012
Amount: $166,500
Buyer: John L. Prystowski
Seller: Hinds, Marguerite H., (Estate)
Date: 01/30/14

EASTHAMPTON

103 East St.
Easthampton, MA 01027
Amount: $270,000
Buyer: J. P. Gillio
Seller: Michael R. Chevrette
Date: 01/31/14

1 Lexington Dr.
Easthampton, MA 01027
Amount: $337,100
Buyer: James Sheehan
Seller: Craig R. Bartolomei
Date: 02/07/14

GRANBY

104 Munsing Ridge
Granby, MA 01033
Amount: $325,000
Buyer: John C. Pelham
Seller: UB Properties LLC
Date: 01/28/14

HADLEY

344 Russell St.
Hadley, MA 01035
Amount: $2,600,000
Buyer: Hadley Corner LLC
Seller: Gator Pearson LLC
Date: 01/31/14

2 Sylvia Hts.
Hadley, MA 01035
Amount: $405,000
Buyer: Matthew Dlbartolomeo
Seller: Valley Bulding Co. Inc.
Date: 01/28/14

HATFIELD

42 Old Stage Road
Hatfield, MA 01088
Amount: $425,000
Buyer: David F. Bressem
Seller: E. R. Stevens
Date: 01/31/14

NORTHAMPTON

48 Chapel St. #GG
Northampton, MA 01060
Amount: $220,000
Buyer: Frances A. Risinger RET
Seller: MHC NT
Date: 01/31/14

242 Florence Road
Northampton, MA 01062
Amount: $198,500
Buyer: Jaspal Singh
Seller: Frances Sarazin
Date: 01/30/14

266 Florence Road
Northampton, MA 01062
Amount: $185,000
Buyer: HSBC Bank
Seller: Shelly A. Neumann
Date: 02/07/14

61 Hawley St.
Northampton, MA 01060
Amount: $380,000
Buyer: Martin V. Espinola
Seller: Lisa Orenstein
Date: 02/04/14

62 Laurel St.
Northampton, MA 01060
Amount: $127,000
Buyer: Rachel Ehrlich
Seller: Birk, David R., (Estate)
Date: 02/04/14

31 Winterberry Lane
Northampton, MA 01062
Amount: $441,500
Buyer: Frank J. Hurley
Seller: Gloria P. Ferber
Date: 01/31/14

SOUTH HADLEY

37 Michael Dr.
South Hadley, MA 01075
Amount: $255,000
Buyer: Anthony C. Pierno
Seller: Pauline A. Jacek
Date: 01/30/14

20 North St.
South Hadley, MA 01075
Amount: $120,000
Buyer: Scott L. Mead
Seller: MR Realty Inc.
Date: 01/31/14

154 Old Lyman Road
South Hadley, MA 01075
Amount: $227,000
Buyer: Wells Fargo Bank
Seller: Eileen P. Campbell
Date: 02/07/14

67 Pearl St.
South Hadley, MA 01075
Amount: $145,000
Buyer: Scott J. Fournier
Seller: Robert H. Mongeon
Date: 01/31/14

WARE

32 Vigeant St.
Ware, MA 01082
Amount: $153,500
Buyer: Shane E. Ryan
Seller: New England Equities LLC
Date: 02/03/14

WORTHINGTON

196 Prentice Road
Worthington, MA 01098
Amount: $190,000
Buyer: David S. Hill
Seller: Robert F. Llamas
Date: 02/07/14

Bankruptcies

By
Bankruptcies Departments

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

Abair, Richard Leo
735 Memorial Dr., #31A
Chicopee, MA 01020
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/07/14

Alkhabi, Mohammed
17 Crown St.
Springfield, MA 01108
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/04/14

Amelotte, George A.
P.O. Box 215
West Warren, MA 01092
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/04/14

Baranowski, Linda M.
170 East St.
Chesterfield, MA 01012
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/14/14

Bartolucci, Jennifer L.
30 Burleigh Road
Hampden, MA 01036
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/14/14

Bergeron, Eugene J.
Dudley, Lynn L.
36 Charles St.
Orange, MA 01364
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/10/14

Blare, Timothy J.
Blare, Kelly S.
778 Wheelwright Road
Barre, MA 01005
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/03/14

Bolling, Deanna N.
37 Bossidy Dr.
Pittsfield, MA 01201
Chapter: 13
Filing Date: 02/14/14

Carter, Bruce M.
308 Montcalm St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/14/14

Cleveland, Timothy L.
White-Cleveland, Shannon L.
797 Conant Road
Athol, MA 01331
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 01/31/14

Coleman, Jeffery A.
Coleman, Elizabeth M.
35 Edgewood Ave.
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Chapter: 13
Filing Date: 02/11/14

Cullen, David G.
96 Bearsden Road
Athol, MA 01331
Chapter: 13
Filing Date: 02/10/14

Daniels, Bruce
15 Linden St., Apt. 1
Pittsfield, MA 01201
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/14/14

Degnan, Michael
Degnan, Kellie
27 Gerrard Ave.
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/12/14

DiNicola, Joseph P.
92 Cole Ave.
Pittsfield, MA 01201
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/13/14

Fay, Christopher T.
Rust, Amy C.
54 Rosedell Dr.
Westfield, MA 01085
Chapter: 13
Filing Date: 01/31/14

Gelinas, Julie A.
147 Wilson Ave.
Athol, MA 01331
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 01/31/14

Gonzalez, Victor
10 Chestnut St., Apt.
Springfield, MA 01103
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/10/14

Gouger, Steven L.
Gouger, Susan M.
390 Batchelor St.
Granby, MA 01033
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/10/14

Griffin, Marianne
84 Main St., Apt. 1B
Northfield, MA 01360
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/13/14

Hebert, Cynthia T.
a/k/a Ragone, Cynthia T.
38 Luden St.
Springfield, MA 01118
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/04/14

Hilltown Chiropractic
Czerniak, Mark E.
Westfield, MA 01085
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/04/14

Katykhin, Yelena
Katykhin, Oleg
1371 Southampton Road
Westfield, MA 01085
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 01/31/14

Kingsley, Fred G.
Kingsley, Sandra T.
P.O. Box 1461
Warren, MA 01083
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/12/14

Kluender, Virginia
4 Church St.
Gilbertville, MA 01031
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/07/14

Leveille, Darryl J.
129 Tannery Road
Westfield, MA 01085
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/12/14

Lewis, Leslie B.
6 Alpine Trail
Pittsfield, MA 01201
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/04/14

Makucha, Alexei
Makucha, Irina
97 Hawks Circle
Westfield, MA 01085
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 01/31/14

Merrick, Shad W.
Merrick, Michelle N.
106 Ridge Road
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/14/14

Mondeau, Craig M.
19 School St.
Orange, MA 01364
Chapter: 13
Filing Date: 01/31/14

Myette, Joseph P.
16 Gillette Ave.
Southwick, MA 01077
Chapter: 13
Filing Date: 01/31/14

Nest Inc.
258 Malboeuf Road
Ware, MA 01082
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/07/14

Pare’, Warren L.
PO Box 486
Chicopee, MA 01021
Chapter: 13
Filing Date: 02/04/14

Pease, Michael J.
Pease, Rebecca J.
120 North Main St.
Belchertown, MA 01007
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/10/14

Perales, Jose A.
a/k/a Perales-Romero, Jose
126 Hastings St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/14/14

Richter-Blais, Karen Marie
Blais, Scott Anthony
48 Pineywood Road
Southwick, MA 01077
Chapter: 13
Filing Date: 02/14/14

Rivera, Ivan R.
PO Box 5052
Holyoke, MA 01041
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/11/14

Sorrell, Russell C.
19 Deerfield St.
Pittsfield, MA 01201
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/06/14

St. George, Clarence S.
35 Park Ave.
Sturbridge, MA 01566
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/07/14

Suarez, Salvador
Suarez, Cindy
505 Allen Road
Belchertown, MA 01007
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/11/14

Summers, John C.
54 Farnum Dr.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/11/14

Texidor, Carmen A.
58 Elmwood Ave.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/11/14

Torres, Luz E.
58 Orange St.
Springfield, MA 01108
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/11/14

Turner, Raymond E.
Turner, Linda L.
1583 Riverdale St.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/04/14

Tyrell, Judith M.
29 Bartels St.
Springfield, MA 01128
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/04/14

Wilkesman, David K.
19 Apple Road
Brimfield, MA 01010
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/10/14

Wilson, Walter L.
206 Homestead Ave.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Chapter: 13
Filing Date: 02/11/14

Wood, Jason
157 Corinth St.
North Adams, MA 01247
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/11/14

Woodard, Kevin M.
10 White St.
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/11/14

Woodard, Walter C.
Woodard, Angelina M.
5 School St.
Lenox Dale, MA 01242
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 02/12/14

Doing Business as Certificates

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DBA Certificates Departments

The following Business Certificates and Trade Names were issued or renewed during the month of and February 2014.

AGAWAM

Custom Maid Etc.
641 Springfield St.
Julie Demos

Jessica’s Little Explorers
29 Forest Road
Jessica Pietrasc

Kat’s Krystal Kleaning
10 East Mansion Woods Dr.
Kat Champagne

Kate Sound
418 Meadow St.
Ecaterina Duducal

Kiforishina Family Business
19 Harding St.
N & S Kiforishina

Lotus Salon
339 North Westfield St.
Carrie Gobeille

MyECigs Inc.
9 South Bridge Circle
Joe Rondoletto

MRG Remodeling
55 Emerson Road
Marc Guillemette

Northeast Distribution Services Inc.
469 North St.
James Pirro

Patriot Auto School
301 Springfield St.
Jeffrey Sabola

Pete’s Music
188 South Westfield St.
Peter Shamir

Romiro’s
88 Anthony St.
Roman Tavita

AMHERST

The Alchomystics
15 Grove St.
Jason Metcalf

College Realtors
163 Northampton Road
Gregory Houghton

The Homestead
500 Sunderland Road
Peter Emmet

McCreative
135 Red Gate Lane
Matthew Lebowitz

CHICOPEE

Caron Construction
11 Freedom St.
Scott Caron

Chich-Fil-A
501 Memorial Dr.
Robert Hewes

Fashion Alterations
343 Chicopee St.
Larisa Veremich

NBS Trend Sound
91 Maple St.
Nadezhda Bidyuk

HADLEY

Doubleday Farm
201 River Dr.
Doubleday Farm

Home Depot
350 Russell St.
The Home Depot Inc.

Howard Johnson
401 Russell St.
Howard Johnson

Tommy Car Auto Group
40 Russell St.
Tommy Car Management Company

HOLYOKE

Advance Auto Parts
447 South St.
Josh Lewis

City Shoes Plus
303 High St.
Roberto Rivera

Everest Jewelry
50 Holyoke St.
Tsering S. Lama

Highlands Card & Gift
903 Hampden St.
Earl K. Dandy III

Murphy Mechanical Services
208 Southampton St.
Ryan Murphy

Rainbow Nails
878 High St.
Trang Nguyen

NORTHAMPTON

Amherst Bulletin
115 Conz St.
Dennis Skoglund

Happy Valley
229 Main St.
Nancy Cowen

Measured Marketing Lab
152 Crescent St.
Christopher Chaput

Pine Spa Inc.
176 Pine St.
Jinhai Liu

SJC Photography
35 Stilson Ave.
Steven Coughlin

The School for Contemporary Dance & Thought
41 Hanshaw Ave.
Jennifer Polins

The Vault
135 Main St.
Adam Hazel

PALMER

A Calming Breath
1505 North Main St.
Linda Pardo

Home Heating Installations
88 Rondeau St.
Philip Myers

New England Water Management Services
81 Beech St.
Robert Flagg

Vinny’s Pizza
1112 Park St.
Angelo Manzi

SPRINGFIELD

Larry Goldberg
255 Berkshire Ave.
Lawrence L. Goldberg

M & M Mini Mart
142 Dickinson St.
Ismail S. Syed

MJM Plowing
16 Willow Brook Dr.
Matthew J. McConaha

Magnetiq Muziq Entertainment
93 Cedar St.
Sophia Strother

Maniac Apparel
80 Paradise St.
Miguel L. Rosado

Mark’s Restroom Service
95 Manor Court
Mark A. Mindell

Mendez Detailing
32 Everett St.
Jose A. Mendez

MHUB, LLC
1127 Main St.
Matthew J. Hubeny

Mill River Primitives
35 Middle St.
Tammy A. Belliveau

New York Style Deli
1003 St. James Ave.
Isam M. Alghazaly

Pointclick Pros
143 Main St.
Edwin DeJesus

Precision Lawn Care
232 Breckwood Blvd.
Scott J. Neuner

Quickfast Courier
104 Redden Road
Peter A. Chechile

Region Tech Inc.
39 Kenilworth St.
Jeremy J. Branco

Renee’s Visuals 3
1347 South Branch Pkwy.
Renee Flowers

Reydi Mark
494 Central St.
Pedro A. Almonte

Rios Accounting Service
28 Silver St.
Felix Rios

Salon Vittoria
380 Allen St.
Vittoria Lombardi

Scratchforms
346 Newhouse St.
Christopher T. Bernier

See Brian Write
15 Rockland St.
Brian LeTendre

Skyrlee Express
107 Cedar St.
Victor Amaro

Solika Transit
169 White St.
Joseph W. Wanyama

Springfield Cleaning Services
93 East Park St.
David Munoz

Springfield Diocesan
421 Tinkham Road
John J. Egan

Urban Kids
10 Kendall St.
David Class

Wendy’s Wellness Life
185 Senator St.
Wendy K. Newton

WESTFIELD

Broadbrook Landscaping & Irrigation
546 Southampton Road
John Muller

Denis Inv.
45 Parker Ave.
Denis Doroshenko

Domus Inc.
4 School St.
Ann D. Lentini

Expert Baseball & Softball, LLC
99 Springfield Road
Nabil Hannoush

KREW
14 Turnpike Industrial Road
Alex Kawtowski

McLellan Machine Company
571 Southampton Road
Jonathan McLellan

Slav’s
3 Scarfo Dr.
Viachaslau Khivuk

Whip City Towing
21 Union St.
Carlos Sifontes

WEST SPRINGFIELD

Arbella Insurance Group
1 Interstate Dr.
Various Corporations

Bliny Crepes Tea House
261 Union St.
Arturas Ribinskas

Buildex
96 Kings Highway
Mike Krasnov

First & Last
110 High Meadow Dr.
Irene J. Dejackome

Gaudino’s
44 Mulberry St.
Charles Gaudino

Marieta
71 Worcester St.
Petru Iurasco

Nikolay’s Music
1163 Westfield St.
Mykola Mevshy

Soap by Susan
89 Brookline Ave.
Susan L. McCarthy

Superior Painting & Renovation
64 Prince Ave.
Sean Kearney

WEBSPD Enterprises
27 Talcott Ave.
Mark Breveleri

West Side Cost Cutters
533 Union St.
AKC, LLC

Incorporations

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Departments Incorporations

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

AGAWAM

Bella Villa Inc., 7 Southbridge Dr., Agawam, MA 01001. Murat Atasoy, same. Restaurant.

BELCHERTOWN

Antonio’s Pizza of Belchertown Inc., 31 Federal St., Belchertown, MA 01007. Walter Pacheco, 54 Pondview Circle, Belchertown, MA 01007. Restaurant.

EAST LONGMEADOW

A.F. Smith Inc., 200 North Main St. Suite 17, East Longmeadow, MA 01028. Aaron F. Smith, same. Financial services.

HADLEY

AAJV Cleaning Services Inc., 112 Bay Road, Hadley, MA 01035. Adilson R. Dioliveira, same. Cleaning service.

HOLLAND

Blossom Journeys Inc., 4 Morse Lane, Holland, MA 01521. Jennifer Blossom Suprenant, same. Tour operator.

NORTH ADAMS

Brian Therrien Electrician Inc., 1270 South Church St., North Adams, MA 01247. Brian Therrien, same. Electrician services.

PITTSFIELD

All Berkshire Inc., 26 Harryel St., Pittsfield, MA 01201. Lee A. Kohlenberger Jr., same. Landscaping design, construction, and related services.

Battista Inc., 178 Longview Terrace, Pittsfield, MA 01201. Marco Allessio, same. Restaurant.

Berkshire Makerspace Inc., 69 Wood Ave., Pittsfield, MA 01201. Bruce Goguen, same. To promote and support the education and practice of crafts of all types.

College Internship Program Inc., 199 South St., Pittsfield, MA 01201. Michael P. McManmon, 18 Park St., Lee, MA 01238.

RUSSELL

A-1 Service Inc., 581 Huntington Road, Russell, MA 01071. Elizabeth S. Massa, same. Sewer and drain service.

SOUTH HADLEY

Custom Safety & Apparel Inc., 156 Amherst Road, South Hadley, MA 01075. Michael C. Caron, same. Purchase and sale of industrial safety equipment.

SPRINGFIELD

Casa De Oracion El Poder De Su Presencia, 104 Stafford St., F18, Springfield, MA 01104. Alexis Cruz, same. Non-profit church organization.

WEST SPRINGFIELD

340 Elm Street Inc., 43 Morton St., West Springfield, MA 01089. Deborah J. Belden, same. Real Estate.

CJ Entertainment Inc., 7 Upper Church St. Apt. 108, West Springfield, MA 01089. Kori Rybski, same. Video and photography production.

Briefcase

By
Briefcase Departments

ESE Bid to Black Out Casino Events Rejected
BOSTON — The state Gaming Commission has rejected the Eastern States Exposition’s (ESE) bid for recognition as a venue that would suffer financial damage from the $800 million casino that MGM Resorts International plans to build in Springfield. The commission voted 3-2 to deny the request on the condition that MGM impose a blackout on potentially competing events during the 17 days of the Big E, the fair that generates about 85% of the Eastern States Exposition’s revenue. If the 17-day blackout fails to protect the Big E, the exposition can reapply for status as an ‘impacted live entertainment venue, the commissioners said. Eugene Cassidy, president and CEO of the West Springfield-based ESE, said the nonprofit will consider filing a lawsuit against the commission to overturn the ruling. The had called for a longer blackout period, including 45 days before the fair and 30 days after, to offset MGM’s competitive advantage. West Springfield is still negotiating a surrounding-community agreement with MGM to mitigate the casino’s impact, as is Longmeadow. MGM has successfully negotiated surrounding-community mitigation agreements with Ludlow, Agawam, Wilbraham, East Longmeadow, Chicopee, and Holyoke. The agreements with Agawam and Chicopee call for each community to receive $125,000 up front with annual payments of $150,000. Ludlow, East Longmeadow, and Wilbraham are set to receive $50,000 up front with annual payments of $100,000. The Holyoke agreement calls for $50,000 up front and $1.28 million over 15 years.

State Issues Innovation Challenge Grants
BOSTON — Glen Shor, state Secretary of Administration and Finance, recently announced 37 projects slated to receive funding from the $4 million Community Innovation Challenge (CIC) grant program. Now in its third year, the program incentivizes and supports regionalization and other cost-saving initiatives that will change the way local governments do business to maintain service delivery and stretch every taxpayer dollar as far as possible. “The CIC program is a major component of the Patrick administration’s commitment to provide cities and towns with the tools to effectively manage resources and provide services to their residents,” said Secretary Shor. “This program provides an opportunity for neighboring communities to build partnerships, share services, and use their resources wisely.” Added state Sen. Steven Brewer, “investing in the relationships between local governments, school districts, and regional organizations is fundamental for growth and innovation in our state. The Community Innovation Challenge grant program has provided millions of dollars to unique projects around the Commonwealth, and I look forward to seeing the positive effects that it will have on the towns and organizations in my district.” As the most rural county in Massachusetts, the member towns of the Franklin Regional Council of Governments have long recognized the value of sharing services and expenses. “CIC grants have been a great and invaluable resource for the expansion of regionalization efforts in Franklin County,” said Linda Dunlavy, executive director of the Franklin Regional Council of Governments. “CIC funds have enabled us to open a regional dog shelter that serves 14 towns and has housed more than 200 dogs and adopted out 40% since its opening in late 2012. CIC funds have also created a regional health district that brings efficiency, accessibility, and professionalism to 10 small, rural towns. Including the 37 projects receiving funding this year, the Patrick administration has invested $10.25 million in 95 projects over a three-year period.

Diocese Announces Plan to Rebuild Cathedral High
SPRINGFIELD — The Diocese of Springfield confirmed last week that it will rebuild the tornado-damaged Cathedral High School, aided by approximately $29 million in federal disaster aid. Bishop Timothy McDonnell said in a press conference that the diocese will obtain demolition permits and move forward with design of the new school at that site in East Forest Park. A $38.5 million agreement was announced between the Federal Emergency Management Agency and the diocese for damage to the school caused by a tornado on June 1, 2011. FEMA will cover about $29 million for tornado damages and related costs, and the diocese will cover the balance. The FEMA funds are earmarked for Cathedral and St. Michael’s Academy middle school and preschool, also damaged and relocated after the tornado. The diocese also recently reached a settlement of nearly $50 million with its insurance company, Catholic Mutual, for the Cathedral damage. Nearly $10 million more in insurance funds were issued for other diocesan buildings and costs. Cathedral has been located at a leased school in Wilbraham since the tornado, and St. Michael’s is currently housed in what used to be Holy Cross Elementary School in West Springfield.

State Awards $11 Million to Housing Authorities
BOSTON — Continuing the effort to preserve the state’s public housing authority portfolio and increase the number of affordable public housing units available, the Patrick administration announced nearly $11 million in funding to improve, preserve, and reoccupy the Commonwealth’s state-funded public housing units. The capital funding will be used for a number of initiatives, including supporting repairs required to get current vacant units back online, creating more accessible units for people with disabilities, and preserving the current housing stock by making the units more sustainable. “Affordable public housing is in high demand across the state,” said Undersecretary of Housing and Community Development Aaron Gornstein. “These additional dedicated funds will provide local housing authorities with new tools and funding to extend the life of our current housing stock and also more quickly house seniors and families looking for affordable housing.” The four types of funding being awarded to 170 housing authorities are: $3,598,970 in sustainability funds to upgrade building components in order to save energy and water; $4,125,365 in health and safety funds to reduce site and common-area hazards that could pose a danger to residents; $721,053 in vacant unit funds to renovate and reoccupy units needing costly rehabilitation that have been vacant for more than 60 days; and $2,517,778 in accessible unit funds to help housing authorities make progress toward having 5% of their units fully accessible. 

Penn National Snags Slot Parlor License
PLAINVILLE — The state Gaming Commission awarded the state’s lone slots parlor license to Penn National Gaming for its proposed development at the Plainridge Racecourse in Plainville. The decision came down to Penn National or the proposed Massachusetts Live! slots parlor in Leominster. A third proposal in Raynham, known as Parx Casino at Raynham Park, was out of the running early. The planned slots parlor in Plainville will include 1,250 slot machines as well as a sports bar, a high-end restaurant, and a food court. Harness racing will continue at the track. Penn National had originally pursued a resort casino in Springfield’s North End, but Mayor Domenic Sarno close to back a larger, competing proposal by MGM Resorts International. The new Plainville parlor could open as soon as spring 2015, according to Penn National, but a temporary slots parlor may be constructed within the next six months at the track if the commission approves. The price of the license is $25 million and must be paid within 30 days.



Palmer Site Owner Seeks to Block Mohegan Sun Bid
PALMER — The owner of the Palmer property where Mohegan Sun had proposed a casino are seeking a court judgment to prevent the company from pursuing another gambling project at Suffolk Downs in Revere. Northeast Realty Associates, which controls 152 acres in Palmer, argues that the casino company violated contracts with the landholder by allegedly engaging in secret talks with racetrack representatives, then intentionally ran a lukewarm referendum campaign for the Palmer project, contributing to its defeat at the polls in November. The lawsuit came less than a week before Revere residents went to the polls to approve a citywide referendum on Mohegan Sun’s plans to build a $1.3 billion gambling resort on land belonging to Suffolk Downs. In a statement, Mohegan Sun said the Connecticut-based company “devoted over five years and more than $25 million to create a world-class resort casino proposal in Palmer. But on Nov. 5, 2013, the community made a decision, which we have respected.”

Employment on Rise for Manufacturing in U.S.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Manufacturing jobs accounted for 18.6% of all employment growth in January, a sign of strength for the U.S. manufacturing sector, said Scott Paul, president of the Alliance for American Manufacturing (AAM). “It’s still far from a resurgence, but the jobs picture in manufacturing is certainly better than it was last decade. And the latest jobs report offers fresh evidence that it is possible to create manufacturing jobs in America again.” However, he added, “we believe better public policies would bring about a real resurgence. That would mean balancing our trade in goods, investing in infrastructure and training, combating currency manipulation overseas, and boosting innovation. And even though manufacturing may be one of the brighter spots in this jobs report, we’re still well below the pace needed to achieve the president’s goal of adding 1 million such jobs in his second term.”

Hiring Outlook Brightens in Landscape Architecture
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Business conditions remained stalled for the landscape-architecture profession in the fourth quarter of 2013, but may be entering a turnaround, according a survey by the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA). Although billable hours and inquiries for new work dipped during the fourth quarter, about half of all firms indicated plans to hire in early 2014 — a sign they are expecting more work. Some 75.7% of respondents reported stable to improved billable hours, a decline from the third quarter of 2013 (80.6%). Another 74.9% reported stable to higher inquiries from potential clients for new work, similar to what had been reported in the previous quarter (78%). Year to year, 81.5% of respondents indicated that fourth-quarter billable hours remained about the same or were higher. Additionally, 81.5% claimed steady or increased inquiries for new work compared to the fourth quarter of 2012. Of all firms with two or more employees, nearly half (48.5%) indicated they plan to hire in the first quarter of 2014. Half of all firms with 50 to 99 employees plan to hire an experienced landscape architect in the first quarter of 2014.

People on the Move

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Departments People on the Move

Thomas Newton

Thomas Newton

Thomas Newton recently joined the South Hadley-based advertising and marketing firm Allen Media Inc., as a Relationship Manager. Newton has customer-service skills and a background as a marketing and sales executive, and will work directly with clients to optimize their presence in the market by applying his expertise in marketing, branding, advertising, and communications. Previously, Newton was Vice President of Marketing and Operations at Point Software Inc. in East Longmeadow; Regional Marketing and Promotions Manager at Comcast Spotlight in Bloomfield, Conn.; Director of Marketing & Promotions at Saga Communications in East Longmeadow; and other senior management positions at Charter Communications, Starz/Encore Networks, and Continental Cablevision.
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Kevin O’Donnell

Kevin O’Donnell

BerkshireBanc Investment Services, an affiliate of Berkshire Bank, announced the promotion of Kevin O’Donnell, CFP to Vice President. O’Donnell is a Financial Advisor with Commonwealth Financial Network, and started with Berkshire Bank’s trust department in April 2006 as an Investment Representative. In 2011, he was promoted to Financial Consultant/Associate Vice President at BerkshireBanc Investment Services. O’Donnell has logged more than 15 years of experience advising clients as a financial advisor at Bank of America Investments, UBS Financial Services, and Merrill Lynch. O’Donnell, who was recently named a “Top Next Gen Independent Broker/Dealer Advisor” for 2014 by REP magazine, graduated from Fairfield University’s School of Business with a BS in management, holds the FINRA Series 7, 31, 63, and 65 securities registrations, and has earned the Certified Financial Planner certification. He holds life, accident, and health insurance licenses.
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Dakin Humane Society recently welcomed two new members to its Board of Directors:
• Jean Deliso is President and Owner of Deliso Financial & Insurance Services, which specializes in comprehensive financial planning. A member of New York Life’s Chairman’s Council and a consistent qualifying member of the Million Dollar Round Table, Deliso is a 2013 Court of the Table Member and a member of the Chairman’s Council. She is a graduate of Bentley College; and
• Michael Simolo is an Estate Planning and Business Attorney at Robinson Donovan, P.C. Simolo, a graduate of Cornell Law School, has worked as an estate-planning, estate-administration, probate-litigation, and business attorney since 2003. With Robinson Donovan, P.C. since 2009, Simolo is a frequent speaker on estate-planning issues and is the president of the Pioneer Valley Estate Planning Council.
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Inspired Marketing recently announced the following changes at the Agawam-based marketing and events-planning firm.
• Jill Monson-Bishop, CIO-Chief Inspiration Officer, was recently chosen to serve on one of Springfield City Council President Michael Fenton’s new ad-hoc committees, the Workforce Development Committee;
• Stephanie Killian has been promoted to Senior Event Planner and Project Manager. She began with Inspired Marketing as an intern and has four years experience planning corporate events. Her specialties include nonprofit and corporate event management, creative marketing solutions, media planning/buying, and organization. She holds a bachelor’s degree in communications with a concentration in event planning from Bridgewater State University;
• Lauren Mendoza has been hired as Executive Administrator and Event Assistant. Mendoza was previously with United Personnel and joined the Inspired Marketing team at the beginning of 2014. A graduate of UMass Amherst, she has a degree in business and management. She specializes in general project support, editing and proofing, media relations, and event assistance; and
• The 2014 Advisory Board structured to advance growth of the company includes the following board members: Michael Fenton, Shatz, Schwartz and Fentin, P.C.; David Ference, TD Bank; Nick Gelfand, NRF Real Estate; Bill Horowitz, AdviCoach Business Advisers; Regina Jasak, Jasak Independent Insurance; Scott Monson, Rock 102/Lazer 99.3; Marybeth O’Meara, Comcast; David Smith, H.L. Dempsey; Pamela Thornton, United Personnel; and Michael Weber, Minuteman Press.
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Jordan Diaz was recently named Information Technology Coordinator at Meyers Brothers Kalicka, P.C. Diaz will be responsible for tech support, computer inventory maintenance, and software/operating system upgrades. He works with Paragus Strategic IT to keep MBK on the cutting edge of the industry’s cloud-computing management system. Previously, Diaz worked as an IT Support Technician at ServiceNet Inc. in Northampton, and has a background in customer service. Diaz attended Springfield Technical Community College and is a CompTIA-certified Network and Security Technician.
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Steve Lowell

Steve Lowell

Monson Savings Bank recently announced that Steve Lowell, President and CEO, was elected to the Steering Committee of the Mass. Financial Education Collaborative (MFEC) and presented at the first annual State House Financial Capability Day on Feb. 27. MFEC is a group of nonprofits, private institutions, government agencies, and other entities from across Massachusetts that was established by former commissioners of the legislatively mandated Mass.Asset Development Commission. This statewide network of innovative organizations works together to increase economic stability in Massachusetts through financial education, personal savings, and access to wealth-building assets such as homes, cars, college educations, and small businesses. Lowell was appointed to the Steering Committee due to his leadership in developing Monson Savings Bank’s robust financial-literacy programs, which include teaching financial literacy in area schools; providing workshops on important financial topics; developing a portfolio of products and services for children, teens, and college students; and the bank’s soon-to-be formally announced partnership with MassSaves.
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Timothy Steffen

Timothy Steffen

Tia Allen

Tia Allen

Northwestern Mutual recently promoted Timothy Steffen to Director of Recruitment and Tia Allen to Campus Recruiter. Steffen has been with Northwestern Mutual since 2010 and was previously the Director of Campus Recruitment. As Director of Recruitment, he is responsible for coordinating and managing all district network office recruiting efforts, and oversees the campus recruiter. He is a UMass graduate. Allen, who joined Northwestern Mutual in May 2012, will lead the internship and recruiting effort as Campus Recruiter. She is a graduate of Worcester State University with a degree in business administration.
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Elizabeth Beaudry

Elizabeth Beaudry

Denise Perkins

Denise Perkins

NUVO Bank & Trust Co., a locally owned, independent, small-business bank in Springfield, recently announced the promotions of Elizabeth Beaudry and Denise Perkins, both with the bank since its opening in 2008. Beaudry, formerly the Senior Commercial Credit Analyst and Information Technology Administrator, now serves as NUVO’s Commercial Credit Officer and Information Technology Officer. She will supervise and review the credit-approval process, evaluate the financial condition of commercial-loan applicants, conduct cash-flow analysis, and assist with administration and maintenance of the bank’s commercial-lending portfolio. Additionally, Beaudry will maintain administrative duties for the bank’s main network and manage day-to-day technology tasks, including all hardware, software, network, and computer-related issues. Beaudry has worked for several local banks, including Woronoco Savings Bank, Westbank, Florence Savings Bank, and Berkshire Bank. She is an alumnus of Bay Path College, where she graduated magna cum laude with a BA in business executive management. Perkins, formerly NUVO Bank’s Corporate Secretary, now serves as the Corporate Administrative Officer. She is in charge of human resources, payroll, shareholder relations, as well as the administration of the board and other corporate-related functions at the bank. With 30 years of banking experience, Perkins’ career began at the Farm Credit Banks of Springfield, and in 1987, she joined the Springfield Institution for Savings (SIS), where she developed and administered a community-relations dropout-prevention program for at-risk youth, which received national attention, as well as leading other educational collaborative partnerships for the bank. In 1994, Perkins joined the Westbank corporate offices as the Executive Assistant to the President. Perkins is an alumnus of Cambridge College, where she completed a graduate studies preparation program.
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The Old Sturbridge Village Board of Trustees recently voted unanimously to extend the contract of the museum’s President and CEO, James Donahue, through June 2017. Donahue’s leadership of the nonprofit organization has been lauded since he began in 2007, due to his ability to prompt significant performance improvements, including stabilizing attendance, increasing education field trips, and fund-raising, positioning the museum for a brighter future. Donahue led the reopening of the historic 10-room Old Sturbridge Inn and 29-room Reeder Family Lodges at the village in 2013, expanding the village’s operations to include museum, dining, retail, and lodging. Donahue was formally recognized for leadership and achievements at the 26th annual Massachusetts Governor’s Conference on Travel and Tourism this past October when he was awarded the Larry D. Meehan Award, presented by Gov. Deval Patrick.
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The Ware-based Positive Path Counseling Center announced that Gary Blanchard has been awarded the Counselor of the Year Award from the Mass. Assoc. of Alcohol and Drug Addiction Counselors. The award is presented annually to an addiction counselor who demonstrates excellence.

Chamber Corners: Upcoming Events

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Chamber Corners Departments

AFFILIATED CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE OF GREATER SPRINGFIELD
www.myonlinechamber.com
(413) 787-1555
• March 12: ACCGS After 5, 5-7 p.m., at Crestview Country Club, 281 Shoemaker Lane, Agawam. “Get in the Swing of Things!” is the event’s theme. Reservations are $5 for members, $10 for general admission. Reservations may be made online at www.myonlinechamber.com or by contacting Cecile Larose at [email protected].

• March 25: ACCGS Pastries, Politics and Policy, 8-9 a.m., at the TD Bank Conference Center, 1441 Main St., Springfield. This event is designed for the political and policy junkie, featuring a policy expert and member of the Patrick administration. Reservations are $15 for members, $25 for general admission. Reservations may be made online at www.myonlinechamber.com or by contacting Cecile Larose at [email protected].

AMHERST AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
www.amherstarea.com
(413) 253-0700

• March 19: Amherst Area Chamber of Commerce Brown Bag Lunch, noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Jones Library (Woodbury Room). Nationally renowned green architect Mary Kraus will give a presentation called “Net Zero: At Home with No Energy Bills.” Learn how to reduce your home’s energy usage so that all of the building’s energy needs — heat, hot water, ventilation, lighting, and appliances — can be served by a solar array on the roof. Outlining a practical, step-by-step approach to reaching net zero — a building which produces as much energy as it consumes over the course of the year — she will also show how this is a compelling opportunity with a strong return on investment. She will share many images illustrating examples from her practice, including both renovations and new homes. This lively presentation will be followed by a question-and-answer session. Admission is free and open to the public.

• March 27: Taste a variety of margaritas and vote for your favorites, 5:30-7:30 p.m., at the Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art, 125 West Bay Road Amherst. Step into the tropics and pretend you’re on a Caribbean island. This is a Division One competition between restaurant and business margaritas. Your votes will determine who will take home the coveted AACC trophies. Restaurant margaritas presented by  Hadley Farms Meeting House and Bridgeside Grille. Business Margaritas presented by Amherst Laser and Skin Care, New England Promotional Marketing, Scandihoovians, and Applewood at Amherst. Admission is $20 pre-paid, $25 at the door.

CHICOPEE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
www.chicopeechamber.org
(413) 594-2101

• March 19: March Salute Breakfast, 7:15-9 a.m., at La Quinta Inns & Suites. Tickets are $20 for members, $26 for non-members.

• March 25: 20th Annual Table Top Expo and Business Networking Event, 4:30-7 p.m., at the Log Cabin Banquet and Meeting House, 500 Easthampton Road, Holyoke. Exhibitor cost: $125 for a table. Admission: $10 in advance, $15 at the door. To register, contact the chamber at (413) 594-2101.

GREATER EASTHAMPTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
www.easthamptonchamber.org
(413) 527-9414

• March 13: March 2014 Networking by Night, 5 p.m. Stay tuned for more details on the March Networking by Night. If you are interested in sponsoring or hosting a networking event, call (413) 527-9414 or e-mail [email protected]. Admission is $5 for members, $15 for non-members.

• March 14: St. Patrick’s Day Annual Luncheon, noon at Southampton Country Club. Guest speaker: Easthampton Mayor Karen Cadieux. Honored guest: the 2014 Distinguished Young Woman of Greater Easthampton. Call (413) 527-9414 for more information. Additional details to follow.

GREATER HOLYOKE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
www.holycham.com
(413) 534-3376

• March 12: St. Patrick’s Day breakfast,
7:30-9 a.m. at the Log Cabin Banquet & Meeting House. Event sponsors: PeoplesBank and the Holyoke Mall at Ingleside.

GREATER NORTHAMPTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
www.explorenorthampton.com
(413) 584-1900

• March 18: 2014 Workshop: “Your Multi-channel Marketing Plan,” 8:30-9:30 a.m. Presented by Tina Stevens, principal of Stevens 470. Business growth requires an intelligent marketing plan that you can successfully execute. We will start this series by discussing marketing plans and how to best use them to reach your business goals. Utilizing a comprehensive plan will provide your business with the best return on your marketing investments. Your marketing plan should incorporate offline and online channels and include a detailed calendar of events and activities. We will go over the steps to create your plan and discuss how to build out your working calendar. The workshop is free, but pre-registration is required, and space is limited. To register, visit [email protected].

• March 21: 2014 HIBU Marketing Seminar, 8-10:30 a.m., at the Clarion Hotel & Conference Center, One Atwood Drive, Northampton. Presented by HIBU in partnership with the Greater Northampton Chamber of Commerce. Full breakfast will be served. Seating is limited, and registration is required. Topics include local online visibility, websites, search-engine optimization, social-media marketing and reputation management, local listings and maps, pay-per-click advertising, and mobile search. The workshop is free, but pre-registration is required, and space is limited. To register, call (413) 584-1900 or e-mail [email protected].

• March 25: 20th Annual Table Top Expo and Business Networking Event, 4:30 -7 p.m., at the Log Cabin Banquet and Meeting House, 500 Easthampton Road, Holyoke. Exhibitor cost: $125 for a table. Admission: $10 in advance, $15 at the door. To register, call (413) 584-1900 or e-mail [email protected].

GREATER WESTFIELD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
www.westfieldbiz.org
(413) 568-1618

• March 12: After 5 Connection, 5-7 p.m., at Nora’s Restaurant, 106 Point Grove Road, Southwick. Tickets are $10 for members, $15 for non-members; cash at the door. Your first After 5 is free. For more information, contact the chamber at (413) 568-1618, or e-mail [email protected].

• March 14: St. Patrick’s Day Breakfast, 7:15-9 a.m., at Scanlon Hall at Westfield State University. Platinum sponsor: Noble Hospital; gold sponsor, Westfield Gas & Electric; silver sponsor, FieldEddy; coffee bar, Sunshine Village. Tickets are $25 for members, $30 for non-members in advance. To register, contact Pam at the chamber office at (413) 568-1618, or e-mail [email protected]. More information to follow as event draws nearer.

PROFESSIONAL WOMEN’S CHAMBER
www.professionalwomenschamber.com
(413) 755-1310

• March 19: Professional Women’s Chamber Headline Luncheon, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Carriage House, Storrowton Tavern, 1305 Memorial Ave., West Springfield. The program will be “Three Professional Women: Three Lessons Learned,” featuring Maura McCaffrey of Health New England; Andrea Luppi of Columbia Gas of Massachusetts; and Anne Bruce of Smith & Wesson. Reservations are $25 for PWC members, $35 general admission. Reservations may be made online at www.myonlinechamber.com or by contacting Cecile Larose at [email protected]

YOUNG PROFESSIONAL SOCIETY OF GREATER SPRINGFIELD
www.springfieldyps.com
• March 15: 2014 Young Professionals Cup Dodgeball Tournament, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Springfield College, Dana Gymnasium, 263 Alden St., Springfield. For more information, visit springfieldyps.com/2014-young-professionals-cup-dodgeball-tournament.

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Celebrate Springfield Dinner Event
March 12: DevelopSpringfield will host its third annual dinner event in celebration of Springfield and the many accomplishments the community has achieved over the past year, along with the exciting new initiatives underway. The event will take place from 6 to 9 p.m. at the MassMutual Center in Springfield. Festivities will include a reception with live music by the Eric Bascom Trio and a silent auction, followed by dinner, a brief program, and presentations. Specifically, DevelopSpringfield will present its Partner in Progress Award to recognize the outstanding contributions of three individuals toward revitalization in Springfield: Colleen Loveless, executive director of Rebuilding Together; Terry Powe, principal of Elias Brookings Elementary School; and Mark Tolosky, president and CEO of Baystate Health. Platinum sponsors of the event are MassMutual Financial Group, Baystate Health, and Health New England. All proceeds will support DevelopSpringfield’s redevelopment initiatives, projects, and programs. Registration information is available at www.developspringfield.com or by contacting Paige Thayer at (413) 209-8808 or [email protected].

Wine & Food Tasting
March 14: The 29th annual WGBY Wine & Food Tasting, the largest event of its kind in Western New England, returns to the Springfield Marriott with extended hours this year, from 5 to 9 p.m. In addition to the opportunity to sample from more than 300 wines, participants will also be treated to a huge variety of bite-sized specialty foods from local chefs and food artisans, including smoked fish from Rachael’s, Pioneer Valley’s white hulless popcorn popped in olive oil and sprinkled with sea salt, selections from Chandler’s Restaurant, sweet and savory bite-sized treats from Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery, pasture-raised pork liverwurst from Simple Gifts Farm, and much more. Back again this year, by popular demand, are selections of the region’s best artisanal brews, craft beers, and ciders. Wine aficionados may also choose the upgrade ticket for entry into the Wine Connoisseur’s Room, where they can savor a special selection of top-caliber wines and champagnes, as well as artisanal cheeses and charcuterie supplied by Provisions. Tickets to the Wine & Food Tasting are $49 per person ($75 per person for the tasting and Connoisseur’s Room). The presenting sponsor for the event is Provisions in Northampton. For more information, visit www.wgby.org/wine.

Planning Strategies for Estates Under $10M
March 17: “Protect, Position, Prepare: Planning Strategies for Estates Under $10M” is an advanced-level presentation being offered for the benefit of practicing accountants, attorneys, trust officers and financial-planning professionals. This program will provide an overview of technical topics related to the importance of planning for clients with estates under $10 million, including how to protect assets, how to position assets, and how to integrate planning for the next generation. The event takes place at the Business Growth Center at Scibelli Hall, One Federal St., Springfield, from noon to 4 p.m.
Personalized invitations, along with an informational brochure, have been mailed.
The program, part of the 2014 Feldman Forum, will be presented by the Nautilus Group,  a service of New York Life Insurance Co. This presentation is for educational purposes and qualifies with NASBA for four hours of CPE credits in the taxes category. For more information, visit nyla.wpengine.com/marchff or call (413) 785-1100.

Difference Makers 2014
March 20: The sixth annual Difference Makers award program, staged by BusinessWest, will be held at the Log Cabin Banquet & Meeting House, honoring these five individuals and organizations: the Gray House; Colleen Loveless, executive director of the Springfield chapter of Rebuilding Together; the Melha Shriners, Paula Moore, teacher at Roger L. Putnam Vocational Academy and founder of YSET Academy; and Michael Moriarty, attorney and director of Olde Holyoke Development Corp. Their stories are told in the Feb. 10 issue of BusinessWest and online at www.businesswest.com. Tickets cost $60, and tables of 10 are available. Difference Makers is a program, launched in 2009, that recognizes groups and individuals that are, as the name suggests, making a difference in this region. Event sponsors include Baystate Medical Center, Health New England, First American Insurance, Meyers Brothers Kalicka, Northwestern Mutual, Royal LLP, Sarat Ford, and Six-Point Creative. For more information, call (413) 781-8600.

Management Conference
April 2: Accountability is a hot issue in today’s business world. At the Holiday Inn in Enfield, Conn., the Employers Association of the NorthEast (EANE) will hold its 10th annual management conference, called “It’s All About Accountability.” The conference will address personal accountability and responsibility in achieving organizational results, based on Linda Galindo’s bestselling book, The 85% Solution. EANE is bringing to the area Kathleen Kelly, a master certified facilitator in ‘the Accountability Experience.’ She will teach supervisors and managers how to develop accountability and learn to accept no less than 85% responsibility for the outcomes of their actions. Conference breakout sessions will include: “The Five Dysfunctions of a Team,” “Taking the ‘Difficult’ out of Difficult Conversations,” “Tom’s Fired: Where Did Things Go Wrong?” “Taking Ownership for Your Own Professional Development,” “Digging Deep: Performance Improvement Through Real Coaching,” and “Ethical and Legal Obligations of Managers in Solving Workplace Issues.” For more information about the conference, contact Karen Cronenberger at (877) 662-6444 or [email protected]. To register, call (877) 662-6444 or visit www.eane.org.

40 Under Forty
June 19: The eighth annual 40 Under Forty award program, staged by BusinessWest, will be held at the Log Cabin Banquet & Meeting House, honoring 40 of the region’s rising stars under 40 years old. Judges recently chose this year’s class from more than 150 nominations, a record. They will be announced, and their stories told, in the April 21 issue. More details on the gala will be revealed in upcoming issues, but tickets cost $65, and they typically sell out quickly. For more information or to order tickets, call (413) 781-8600.

Court Dockets

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Court Dockets Departments

The following is a compilation of recent lawsuits involving area businesses and organizations. These are strictly allegations that have yet to be proven in a court of law. Readers are advised to contact the parties listed, or the court, for more information concerning the individual claims.

CHICOPEE DISTRICT COURT
Shantel Leitl v. Subway of Chicopee
Allegation: Negligent maintenance of property causing slip and fall: $2,374.19
Filed: 1/30/14

HAMPDEN SUPERIOR COURT
462 Main Street Properties, LLC v. O’Keefe Architects
Allegation: Breach of express warranties that assisted-living facility was built in accordance with approved plans and state building codes: $2,800,000
Filed: 1/24/14

Jeffrey A. Templer v. Rig Rest, LLC f/k/a Airedock Systems, LLC and Paul R. Gelinas
Allegation: Defendant owes plaintiff monies pursuant to an executed settlement agreement and release: $112,085.02
Filed: 1/22/14

United Rentals v. Roger A. Tremblay Contractors Inc.
Allegation: Non-payment for materials and services: $50,231.11
Filed: 1/22/14

HAMPSHIRE SUPERIOR COURT
Brett Oberman v. Benedict Kohl and Rachel E. Merrell, as co-executors of the estate of Douglas A. Kohl, and Tofino Associates Inc.
Allegation: Breach of contract, breach of promissory note, and misrepresentation: $250,000
Filed: 12/30/13

Theresa B. Quartulli v. Holyoke Mall Co., L.P.
Allegation: Negligent maintenance of property causing trip and fall: $305,000
Filed: 12/18/13

HOLYOKE DISTRICT COURT
Nadezhda Dimoglo v. Fazzi Associates
Allegation: Breach of contract and non-payment of wages: $1,904.10
Filed: 12/31/13

NORTHAMPTON DISTRICT COURT
Marmon/Keystone Corp. v. Ipsumm Inc.
Allegation: Non-payment of goods sold and delivered: $6,236.09
Filed: 1/16/14

Ming Jung Coler and Andrew Coler v. Lia Toyota of Northampton
Allegation: Negligence in motor-vehicle repair: $40,368.50
Filed: 1/28/14

PALMER DISTRICT COURT
Pride Plazas Inc. v. Dance Connection and Carla Tranghese Danos
Allegation: Monies due for breach of contract, services rendered, and goods provided: $25,000
Filed: 1/27/14

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Celebrating 100 Years

AM7J1979AM7J2257AM7J2291AM7J2091AM7J2363The Dunbar Centennial Extravaganza to celebrate Dunbar Y Family & Community Center’s 100 years of service in Springfield was held recently at Chez Josef in Agawam. Top left: Dr. Mary Anne Herron, director, Education Initiatives, Harold Grinspoon Charitable Foundation; Dora Robinson, executive director, United Way of Pioneer Valley; and Lucille Kennedy, owner, Solid Gold Beauty Palace. Top right: Dunbar Y Family & Community Center and Springfield YMCA staff: Lavar Click, Sports & Rec coordinator; Andrea Lee, executive director, Downtown Family Center; Nick Haenchen, associate vice president, human resources; Pam Mikaelian, senior vice president and chief financial officer; Janice Watson, Dunbar Y Family & Community Center; Nikki Durham, Springfield YMCA director, development & communication; David Farrell, program director. Center left: left to right, Rev. Talbert Swan II, Spring of Hope Church and Dunbar Y board chair; Sarah Williams, Springfield Y; Marisha Clinton and Lisa Clinton, who accepted recognition for Peggy Clinton; Janice Watson, executive director, Dunbar Y Family & Community Center; and Kristine Allard, chief operating officer, YMCA of Greater Springfield. Center right: back row, Dr. Scott Barnett; Dr. Michelle Barnett; Tamira Powe; Terry Powe, Brookings School principal, and her husband, attorney Maurice Powe; front row, Maya Powe, Maurice Powe Jr., Noah Barnett, and Nina Barnett. Bottom left: back row, Ellen Freyman, attorney, Shatz, Schwartz and Fentin; Madelyn Christiansen, physical therapist assistant; Steven Bradley, vice president, Government & Community Relations and Public Affairs, Baystate Health; John Koomson, director, Community Health Centers, Baystate Health; Dr. Andrew Balder; Gloria Williams, Teen Parent program director, YMCA of Greater Springfield; Cynthia Summer; Dora Robinson; and Mable Sharif, community liaison and outreach specialist, Baystate Mason Square Neighborhood Health Center; front row, Annamarie Golden, Community Relations and Community Benefits, Baystate Health; Rosemond Koomson; and Barbara Gresham, Springfield School Committee.
(Photos by Ed Cohen)

Looking Forward

IMG_4784IMG_4753IMG_4774Ed Henry, top left, chief White House correspondent for Fox News, served as the keynote speaker for this year’s Affiliated Chambers of Commerce of Greater Springfield Outlook 2014 luncheon program, joined by Suzanne Bump, left, Massachusetts state auditor, who spoke about events at the state level and her own take on the state outlook. The program, held on Feb. 24 at the MassMutual Center, allowed Henry to provide insights into the political scene in Washington, D.C. Throughout his tenure at Fox, Henry has covered all major news stories involving President Obama and his administration. He represents Fox News in the White House press corps and also served as president of the White House Correspondents’ Assoc. from 2012 to 2013.
(Photos by Lenny Underwood)

Editorial

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Opinion
The Curse of I-91 Continues

Call it the ‘curse of I-91.’
Since about 20 minutes after it opened — and well before it was constructed, actually, when elected officials decided to build it on the east side of the Connecticut River rather than the west, as was originally planned  — this road has been a problem for the city of Springfield.

It slices through the downtown, effectively cutting it off from the river. It essentially destroyed much of the character and cohesiveness of the city’s South End neighborhood. And while it has helped this region promote itself as the ‘crossroads of New England’ — I-91 and the turnpike intersect here — the highway seems to have become more efficient at enabling people to pass through this area than stop here.

And now, the curse continues.

Indeed, at perhaps the most pivotal time in recent memory, a time when Springfield seems ready to shake off decades of stagnation and experience some real growth, the state Department of Transportation (DOT) has decided that the highway’s viaduct section must undergo a massive repair and reconstruction project (see story, page 32).

When we say massive, we mean it. At $260 million, this repair project will cost more than the entire highway when it was built in the late ’60s. That price tag is several times higher than the next-largest public-works initiative in the region’s history — the Great River Bridge project in Westfield.

And massive is also the word that will undoubtedly be used to describe the negative impact that will result from what the DOT says could be two or three constructions seasons of work, but will more likely be more — perhaps much more.

Anyone who lived through the reconstruction of the Memorial Bridge, the I-91 ramp project that coincided with the opening of the new Basketball Hall of Fame, or the South End Bridge repair initiative knows that projections about how long and painful such undertakings will be are generally well off the mark.

For this latest project, the DOT is touting the virtues of something called ABC, or accelerated bridge construction, practices. This involves use of pre-cast concrete sections of road, work that continues something approaching 24/7, and other steps designed to reduce the duration, and therefore the headaches, of this project.

For those tempted to be skeptical — and to borrow from the famous line in that old movie — ‘be skeptical … be very skeptical.’

This project has the potential to make the Memorial Bridge project look like a minor inconvenience — and that took six years to complete after construction crews started tearing up the deck and discovered that practically the entire bridge had to be reconstructed, while it remained open.

The I-91 project will lead to ramp closures and the funneling of traffic to East and West Columbus avenues, roads that cannot handle much more traffic than they’re already handling. And portions of the I-91 North and I-91 South parking garages will be closed, creating more inconvenience for people trying to get to downtown office towers, Symphony Hall, and especially the Hampden County Hall of Justice, which is due to be replaced, but certainly not in time for this project.

There’s also the matter of MGM Springfield, the $800 million casino planned for the South End. If all goes well — meaning the attempt to ban gaming via a statewide referendum fails — construction on those facilities should start just around the same time work begins on the highway. This means that two of the biggest construction projects in the region’s history will be going on simultaneously — and within a few hundred feet of one another.

And then, there are those 17 days in September when the Big E opens its gates. I-91 is already bumper to bumper through many days of the fair, especially the weekends. Now imagine the situation when two of the six lanes of traffic are shut down and ramps off the highway are closed.

But there’s another aspect to this curse. On top of all this uncertainty and inconvenience, the repair project, deemed necessary and not to be delayed, will essentially end any and all talk of doing something more dramatic with the highway, such as taking it underground or to street level.

Those who say that federal and state governments won’t do anything with a road they just spent at least $260 million to repair are right on the money with their analysis. If (it’s more like when, the way things look now) this project proceeds as scheduled, this city will have to live with the viaduct for probably another half-century.

And that’s why you could certainly call this the ‘curse of I-91.’

Editorial 2

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Opinion
A Region Ramps Up for MGM

Mike Mathis can’t promise you a job, although that hasn’t stopped people from walking up to him, the incoming president and CEO of MGM Springfield, and asking. But he can promise a fighting chance at some very intriguing opportunities.

In fact, that word promise is the heart of why MGM Springfield’s planned $800 million casino is appealing to so many locals. Take, for example, the host-community agreement forged with the city’s leaders last year.

The financial commitments — $15 million to Springfield up front, during the construction phase, and $25 million annually after that — are only the beginning. What really has locals excited are the 2,000 construction jobs expected in the short term, then 3,000 permanent jobs in the complex once it opens, as well as a commitment to spend at least $50 million dollars annually with local providers of goods and services.

Together, that amounts to a real shot in the arm for the local economy. The question is, will area businesses and job seekers take advantage?

It’s a more complex question than it sounds. On the vendor side, doing business with MGM — whether that’s opening up a restaurant or retail shop inside the casino or striking a deal to provide cleaning or groundskeeping services, office equipment or hotel linens, or dozens of other things — means meeting the needs of a large, Fortune 500 company and simultaneously jumping over the state’s regulatory hurdles aimed at anyone who does business in the gaming industry.

Neither is something many area small businesses are used to, and building capacity and navigating gaming-industry rules won’t happen overnight. That’s why local chambers of commerce are beginning to ramp up workforce-development programs for employers interested in securing some of those contracts.

Meanwhile, the region already struggles with a persistent ‘skills gap’ that has left many businesses struggling to find qualified help for job openings. Bringing another 3,000 positions into the City of Homes, although an obvious plus for job seekers, only exacerbates the skills gap, not just for MGM, but for the companies that will be losing workers to the shiny new casino and must scramble to backfill those resignations.

Thankfully, MGM will have a hand in this effort, with plans to participate in job fairs to promote the construction work and the permanent positions, as well as helping to fund training and workforce-development programs to lessen the skills gap, including endeavors to assist minority applicants, the disabled, and the chronically unemployed and underemployed.

BusinessWest, which supports the MGM project, has long believed that a casino, by itself, cannot be a panacea that will end economic stagnancy, but needs to be seen as one — albeit major — piece of a city’s long-term growth strategy.

We still believe that to be the case, and have been heartened by some of the other pieces falling into place downtown. And, if the Gaming Commission gives MGM the license (and if casinos aren’t overturned in a possible state referendum in November), more dominos will start falling as vendors ink deals, construction tradespeople get ready to go to work, and real-estate activity heats up downtown. And, of course, as thousands of area residents angle for jobs.

MGM is ready to come to Springfield — but are job seekers and small businesses ready to take advantage? It seems there’s work to be done on both counts. Let the competition begin.

Building Permits

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Building Permits Departments

The following building permits were issued during the month of February 2014.

AMHERST

D’Angelos Inc.
48 North Pleasant St.
$99,000 — Renovations to existing restaurant space

James David Marley, et al
100 University Dr.
$59,000 — Remodel existing floor plan

The Common School Inc.
521 South Pleasant St.
$8,000 — Repair from water damage

Zbylut Realty
398 Northampton Road
$215,000 — New showroom construction

CHICOPEE

Abhas Hamdan
415 East St.
$71,000 — Interior remodel

AM Lithography
694 Center St.
$3,000 — New bathroom

Boston Bay Pizza
515 Montgomery St.
$8,000 — Install new commercial hood system

The Westmoreland Company
140 Lonczak Dr.
$2,640,000 — Office and warehouse addition to existing building

HADLEY

David Mill
100 Venture Way
$34,000 — Renovation of existing space for offices

Kidd-Luuko Corporation
20 North Maple St.
$204,000 — New roof

LUDLOW

Ana Capela
345 Holyoke St.
$12,000 — Commercial alterations

NORTHAMPTON

Arnold Levinson
176 Pine St.
$7,000 — Fabricate basement stairway

Messer Investment Inc.
306 King St.
$7,500 — Construct new entrance

Smith College
51 College Lane
$505,000 — Remodel foyer, reconstruct entrance terrace, and exterior renovations

SPRINGFIELD

1095 Main Street Trust
1095 Main St.
$200,000 — Construct new office spaces with elevator

Balise Automotive
500 Hall of Fame Ave.
$36,000 — Minor renovations

Balise Automotive
440 Hall of Fame Ave.
$75,000 — Minor renovations

WESTFIELD

71 Franklin Street, LLC
71 Franklin St.
$5,000 — Exterior repairs from car accident

Barnes Airport Commission
110 Airport Road
$86,000 — Remodel of 1,400-square-foot restaurant

Peabody-Westfield, Limited
126 Union St.
$400,000 — Total renovation

WEST SPRINGFIELD

1150 Union Street Corporation
1150 Union St.
$19,000 — Renovate 1,732 square feet of office space

Century Park, LLC
181 Park Ave.
$44,000 — Renovate four bathrooms

Robert Kelley
1305 Memorial Ave.
$97,000 — New office

Sam Patel
1080 Riverdale St.
$4,000 — Fit out for handicap accessible bathroom

Building Permits

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Building Permits Departments

The following building permits were issued during the month of February 2014.

AMHERST

Barry Roberts
103 North Pleasant St.
$17,500 — Conversion of a candy store to a restaurant with seating for 16

James David Marley, et al
100 University Dr.
$60,000 — Reduction of existing second floor for tenant space

Oliver Allyn
42 Amity Place
$24,000 — Bathroom remodel

Shumway Limited Partnership
168 North Pleasant St.
$3,400 — New roof

CHICOPEE

City of Chicopee
816 James St.
$5,000 — Office and storage renovation

JGT Property
229 Grattan St.
$15,000 — Remodel first floor

JMDH Real Estate of Chicopee
123 1st Ave.
$4,300 — Construction of foundation for proposed addition

Riverbend Medical
444 Montgomery Road
$250,000 — Renovate Adult Medicine East

HADLEY

CBR Realty Corporation
195 Russell St.
$30,500 — Interior renovations

Lawrence Tuttle
195 Russell St.
$15,000 — Tenant fit-out for a martial arts studio

R.P. Masiello, Inc.
20 North Maple St.
$172,000 — Interior fit-out of first floor

LUDLOW

Iron Duke Brewery
100 State St.
$4,500 — Alterations

NORTHAMPTON

Florence Savings Bank
85 Main St.
$16,000 — Renovations on second floor

Oxbow Professional Park, LLC
22 Atwood Dr.
$3,800,000 — Interior build-out of medical office space

Peter Whalen
49 Gothic St.
$11,000 — Renovations for office space

SPRINGFIELD

Charles D’Amar
90 Memorial Dr.
$10,500 — New diesel generator

McDonald’s
1361 Liberty St.
$54,000 — New duct work

S. Herly Gleason, LLC
401 Liberty St.
$276,000 — Modifications for a rehabilitation facility

WESTFIELD

Beaver Lake Realty, LLC
47 Westfield Industrial Park
$300,000 — Install solar panels

Advance Associates
8 Turnpike Industrial Road
$284,000 — Construction of a new storage facility

Mheid-Kobeiss Inc.
21 Southwick Road
$36,000 — Interior renovation

Streamfield, LLC
303 East Main St.
$7,500 — Fix building struck by vehicle

WEST SPRINGFIELD

Ly Hai Long
366 Memorial Ave.
$25,000 — Renovate 2,000 square feet for a nail salon

Western MA Endodontics
306 Westfield St.
$25,000 — Office renovations

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