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Real Estate Transactions

By BusinessWest Staff October 17, 2017

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

ASHFIELD

1379 West Road
Ashfield, MA 01330
Amount: $485,000
Buyer: 78 Acres T
Seller: Deborah G. Thomas
Date: 09/15/17

BERNARDSTON

61 Deane Road
Bernardston, MA 01337
Amount: $130,380
Buyer: Bank Of America
Seller: Robert Ehalt
Date: 09/12/17

467 Huckle Hill Road
Bernardston, MA 01337
Amount: $265,000
Buyer: William C. Glabach
Seller: Walsh, Timothy J., (Estate)
Date: 09/13/17

30 Keets Brook Road
Bernardston, MA 01337
Amount: $375,000
Buyer: Jonathan Peterson
Seller: Jane C. Chase
Date: 09/12/17

COLRAIN

10 Main Road
Colrain, MA 01340
Amount: $245,000
Buyer: Kathryn A. Bosyk
Seller: Donelson INT
Date: 09/13/17

CONWAY

377 Bardwells Ferry Road
Conway, MA 01341
Amount: $435,050
Buyer: Hanna B. Sherman RET
Seller: Pixie J. Holbrook
Date: 09/15/17

68 Hamilton Dr.
Conway, MA 01341
Amount: $470,000
Buyer: David B. Whittier
Seller: Drew E. Powers
Date: 09/13/17

DEERFIELD

247 Greenfield Road
Deerfield, MA 01373
Amount: $270,000
Buyer: GM Real Estate LLC
Seller: Helene W. Petrovic
Date: 09/15/17

149 Long Plain Road
Deerfield, MA 01373
Amount: $140,000
Buyer: Michael R. Morawski
Seller: Andrea Morawski
Date: 09/15/17

151 River Road
Deerfield, MA 01373
Amount: $257,000
Buyer: Mark W. Puchalski
Seller: Ian W. Walls
Date: 09/13/17

19 Stage Road
Deerfield, MA 01373
Amount: $242,000
Buyer: Mark T. Predmore
Seller: James W. Laughner
Date: 09/14/17

42 Thayer St.
Deerfield, MA 01373
Amount: $192,000
Buyer: Jeffery B. Johnson
Seller: Elizabeth N. Clarke
Date: 09/15/17

ERVING

68 Mountain Road
Erving, MA 01344
Amount: $215,000
Buyer: Robert L. McNamee
Seller: Louise E. Golosh
Date: 09/14/17

GREENFIELD

44 Forest Ave.
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $196,500
Buyer: Tyronne E. Henderson
Seller: David M. Gaboury
Date: 09/12/17

51 Ferrante Ave.
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $237,750
Buyer: Adam D. Gleason
Seller: Linda A. Lewandowski
Date: 09/07/17

36 Meadow Lane
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $205,000
Buyer: Joshua A. Zera
Seller: Troy Santerre
Date: 09/15/17

8 Plantation Circle
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $219,900
Buyer: Lori L. Caples
Seller: Jamie B. Spofford
Date: 09/15/17

27 Pond St.
Greenfield, MA 01301
Amount: $170,000
Buyer: James A. Allen
Seller: Carolyn J. Heiden
Date: 09/15/17

HEATH

29 Judd Road
Heath, MA 01346
Amount: $208,000
Buyer: F. R. O’Donnell
Seller: Martha R. McDonough
Date: 09/15/17

MONTAGUE

312 Montague City Road
Montague, MA 01376
Amount: $151,000
Buyer: Lilith G. Wolinsky
Seller: Janelle E. Rivers
Date: 09/15/17

5 Park St.
Montague, MA 01349
Amount: $161,900
Buyer: Jessica Pivero
Seller: Scott M. Kuzmeskus
Date: 09/05/17

NEW SALEM

39 North Main St.
New Salem, MA 01355
Amount: $285,000
Buyer: Susan Ressler
Seller: David J. Larue
Date: 09/11/17

NORTHFIELD

519 Warwick Road
Northfield, MA 01360
Amount: $170,000
Buyer: Brandon Snow
Seller: Jennifer D. Williams
Date: 09/08/17

ORANGE

180 Athol Road
Orange, MA 01364
Amount: $159,000
Buyer: Stephen P. Johnson
Seller: Betty E. Kimball
Date: 09/15/17

10 Fountain St.
Orange, MA 01364
Amount: $123,500
Buyer: Justin D. Nelson
Seller: Steven E. Adam
Date: 09/14/17

42 Hamilton Ave.
Orange, MA 01364
Amount: $157,000
Buyer: Christopher C. Girouard
Seller: Jeanne M. Shelton
Date: 09/15/17

SHELBURNE

271 Old Greenfield Road
Shelburne, MA 01370
Amount: $537,000
Buyer: David Freitas
Seller: Gordon M. Glier
Date: 09/07/17

SUNDERLAND

260 North Main St.
Sunderland, MA 01375
Amount: $252,500
Buyer: Madeline R. Nussbaum
Seller: Travis J. Lamothe
Date: 09/15/17

50 South Main St.
Sunderland, MA 01375
Amount: $360,000
Buyer: Mitchell J. Kuc
Seller: Joy H. Parsons
Date: 09/13/17

WHATELY

91 Westbrook Road
Whately, MA 01093
Amount: $458,200
Buyer: Jeffrey Waskiewicz
Seller: Peter Ells
Date: 09/08/17

HAMPDEN COUNTY

AGAWAM

18 Blacksmith Road
Agawam, MA 01030
Amount: $170,000
Buyer: Antoine Elias
Seller: Ronald C. Goulet
Date: 09/07/17

16 Conners Cove
Agawam, MA 01001
Date: 09/15/17
Amount: $424,900
Buyer: Seth Paulo
Seller: Kenneth P. Douthwright
Date: 09/15/17

56 Cooper St.
Agawam, MA 01001
Amount: $180,000
Buyer: Charlee D. Gebeau
Seller: Mary E. Pietroniro
Date: 09/15/17

71 Country Road
Agawam, MA 01001
Amount: $311,000
Buyer: Rashaine A. Johnson
Seller: Gerald M. Landry
Date: 09/14/17

26 Dartmouth St.
Agawam, MA 01001
Amount: $122,000
Buyer: Brahman Holdings LLC
Seller: Josephine Taylor
Date: 09/05/17

86 Forest Hill Road
Agawam, MA 01030
Amount: $284,000
Buyer: Dominic Costanzi
Seller: Jessica L. Paulo

29 Harvey Johnson Dr.
Agawam, MA 01001
Amount: $225,000
Buyer: Sean Demartino
Seller: Daniel C. Watson
Date: 09/14/17

707-709 Main St.
Agawam, MA 01001
Amount: $190,000
Buyer: James Acerra
Seller: Main-School Realty LLC
Date: 09/13/17

Maple View Lane #4B
Agawam, MA 01001
Amount: $1,113,500
Buyer: Elias Family LP
Seller: T. Russo Construction Corp.
Date: 09/12/17

Maple View Lane #4C
Agawam, MA 01001
Amount: $1,113,500
Buyer: Elias Family LP
Seller: T. Russo Construction Corp.
Date: 09/12/17

Maple View Lane #4D
Agawam, MA 01001
Amount: $1,113,500
Buyer: Elias Family LP
Seller: T. Russo Construction Corp.
Date: 09/12/17

Maple View Lane #4E
Agawam, MA 01001
Amount: $1,113,500
Buyer: Elias Family LP
Seller: T. Russo Construction Corp.
Date: 09/12/17

Maple View Lane #4F
Agawam, MA 01001
Amount: $1,113,500
Buyer: Elias Family LP
Seller: T. Russo Construction Corp.
Date: 09/12/17

418 Meadow St.
Agawam, MA 01001
Amount: $127,479
Buyer: US Bank
Seller: Andrew S. Finnie
Date: 09/07/17

129 Meadowbrook Road
Agawam, MA 01001
Amount: $251,000
Buyer: William S. Duggan
Seller: Donna J. Gregory
Date: 09/12/17

46 Old Mill Road
Agawam, MA 01001
Amount: $310,000
Buyer: Sudhirkumar V. Patel
Seller: Rebecca Scibelli
Date: 09/07/17

50 Partridge Lane
Agawam, MA 01030
Amount: $198,500
Buyer: Charles M. Chalmers
Seller: Ann T. Ledger
Date: 09/08/17

46 Rosie Lane
Agawam, MA 01001
Amount: $180,000
Buyer: Vasiliv Ivanov
Seller: PNC Bank
Date: 09/12/17

87 Strawberry Hill Road
Agawam, MA 01030
Amount: $200,000
Buyer: Rexhep Nuhiu
Seller: Nicholas Annino
Date: 09/15/17

BLANDFORD

12 Julius Hall Road
Blandford, MA 01008
Amount: $269,000
Buyer: Robert S. Decoteau
Seller: Wayne Roberts
Date: 09/06/17

BRIMFIELD

4 3rd St.
Brimfield, MA 01010
Amount: $189,000
Buyer: Vito L. Novembrino
Seller: Richard C. Nicoli
Date: 09/11/17

54 Crestwood Road
Brimfield, MA 01010
Amount: $205,000
Buyer: Jeffrey Hope
Seller: Roger Woods
Date: 09/12/17

38 Tower Hill Road
Brimfield, MA 01010
Amount: $485,000
Buyer: Elizabeth Murak
Seller: Elizabeth H. Gouin
Date: 09/15/17

CHESTER

10 Hampden St.
Chester, MA 01011
Amount: $150,000
Buyer: Matthew Drenen
Seller: Thomas O’Brien
Date: 09/08/17

CHICOPEE

127 Acrebrook Dr.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $215,000
Buyer: Monica Rosskothen
Seller: Jennifer M. Pete
Date: 09/15/17

169 Casey Dr.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $214,900
Buyer: Martin J. Iwasinski
Seller: Matthew E. Carroll
Date: 09/15/17

127 Champagne Ave.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $147,000
Buyer: Tanya T. Kokoszyn
Seller: Linda F. Sarnelli
Date: 09/15/17

960 Chicopee St.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $150,000
Buyer: Victor Lizardo
Seller: USA HUD
Date: 09/13/17

225 College St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $127,678
Buyer: FNMA
Seller: Brenda J. Gallant
Date: 09/07/17

18 Devlin Dr.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $272,900
Buyer: Laurie Berry
Seller: Timothy J. Dorman
Date: 09/15/17

211 Fairview Ave.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $178,000
Buyer: Amer Aljashaam
Seller: Roxanne L. Finn
Date: 09/15/17

782 Front St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $195,000
Buyer: Horace E. Robinson
Seller: Harry E. Knights
Date: 09/07/17

95 Gill St.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $170,000
Buyer: A. Rodriguez-Monsalve
Seller: Lorraine A. Kerr
Date: 09/13/17

156 Goodhue Ave.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $219,900
Buyer: John M. Pollard
Seller: Kimberly A. Rodrigo
Date: 09/12/17

19 Grace St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $175,000
Buyer: Scott R. Freniere
Seller: James A. Moreau
Date: 09/15/17

924 Granby Road
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $190,000
Buyer: John A. Marchand
Seller: Jill E. Krystofik
Date: 09/07/17

29 Hampshire St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $160,000
Buyer: Matthew W. Beaudette
Seller: Keem LLC
Date: 09/15/17

64 Kendall St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $225,000
Buyer: Abbas Altamimi
Seller: Linda J. Masek
Date: 09/05/17

71 Laramee St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $165,500
Buyer: Saul A. Caban-Bonilla
Seller: DGL Properties LLC
Date: 09/13/17

29 Marion St.
Chicopee, MA 01013
Amount: $137,950
Buyer: FNMA
Seller: Martha M. Ford
Date: 09/11/17

377 Montgomery St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $970,000
Buyer: Z. A. Durrani LLC
Seller: W. Anthony Hojnoski
Date: 09/13/17

439 Prospect St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $164,900
Buyer: Lanell C. Johnson
Seller: Eric J. Ulitsch
Date: 09/13/17

19 Rose St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Amount: $207,500
Buyer: DJD Real Estate LLC
Seller: Timothy M. Foley
Date: 09/13/17

EAST LONGMEADOW

31 Greenwich Road
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Amount: $249,000
Buyer: Anthony C. Racco
Seller: Todd Hope
Date: 09/07/17

95 Maple St.
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Amount: $239,000
Buyer: Rebecca D. Hutchins
Seller: Michelle A. Murray
Date: 09/08/17

36 Markham Road
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Amount: $422,000
Buyer: Dominic E. Dinoia
Seller: Geraldine Kasulinous
Date: 09/15/17

210 Prospect St.
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Amount: $507,500
Buyer: Danielle E. Damour
Seller: James A. Stewart
Date: 09/08/17

351 Somers Road
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Amount: $175,000
Buyer: David E. Florence
Seller: Cynthia M. Drenthe
Date: 09/15/17

554 Somers Road
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Amount: $210,000
Buyer: Ryan Provencher
Seller: Robert Paulides
Date: 09/14/17

32 South Meadow Road
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Amount: $408,000
Buyer: Ryan M. Geisler
Seller: John C. Stuckenbruck
Date: 09/08/17

9 Westminster St.
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Amount: $240,000
Buyer: Kevin P. Kusey
Seller: Richard Paige
Date: 09/06/17

34 Windsor Lane
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Amount: $439,500
Buyer: Jeffrey J. Drake
Seller: Steven R. Wesley
Date: 09/08/17

GRANVILLE

119 South Lane
Granville, MA 01034
Amount: $256,000
Buyer: Karen E. Ross
Seller: Peter Strniste
Date: 09/14/17

HAMPDEN

96 Chapin Road
Hampden, MA 01036
Amount: $190,000
Buyer: P. K. Bagley-Bacigalupo
Seller: Kenneth H. Hultstrom
Date: 09/14/17

23 Valleyview Dr.
Hampden, MA 01036
Amount: $218,000
Buyer: N. B. Florian-Theriaque
Seller: Jonathan P. Kielbania
Date: 09/13/17

HOLLAND

15 Lakeridge Dr.
Holland, MA 01521
Amount: $140,000
Buyer: Jeffrey Nielson
Seller: Annette G. Kelehan
Date: 09/15/17

5 Linder Road
Holland, MA 01521
Amount: $168,000
Buyer: Joshua R. Guerraz
Seller: Steven J. Grimaldi
Date: 09/14/17

46 Wales Road
Holland, MA 01521
Amount: $366,992
Buyer: Michael R. Scanlon
Seller: Nicholas B. Lafauci
Date: 09/08/17

HOLYOKE

211 Bemis Road
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $260,000
Buyer: Jill L. McCormick
Seller: Alissa A. Fontaine
Date: 09/08/17

29 Brookline Ave.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $172,000
Buyer: Ann Hill
Seller: Amber T. Vail
Date: 09/15/17

39-41 Calumet Road
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $185,000
Buyer: William T. Lyle
Seller: William T. Lyle
Date: 09/06/17

12 Corser St.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $383,400
Buyer: Tnop Inc.
Seller: 1866 Northampton St. Inc.
Date: 09/12/17

14 Corser St.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $383,400
Buyer: Tnop Inc.
Seller: 1866 Northampton S.t Inc.
Date: 09/12/17

23 Dale St.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $182,500
Buyer: Melanie D. Demetriou
Seller: Cynthia A. Jackson
Date: 09/15/17

72 Elmore St.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $136,556
Buyer: FNMA
Seller: Kimberly A. Fontaine
Date: 09/08/17

334 Homestead Ave.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $168,000
Buyer: Madeline Rodriguez
Seller: Gray, Dorothy H., (Estate)
Date: 09/08/17

32-34 Magnolia Ave.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $173,500
Buyer: Virginia Ocampo
Seller: Susan M. Storozuk
Date: 09/15/17

175 Michigan Ave.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $227,500
Buyer: Matthew Lyman
Seller: Heather E. Midura
Date: 09/15/17

27 Morgan St.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $220,000
Buyer: Brian D. Murphy
Seller: Keith M. Holbrook
Date: 09/05/17

180 Mountain View Dr.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $234,950
Buyer: Chad Fontaine
Seller: Sean M. Pelletier
Date: 09/11/17

1238 Northampton St.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $235,000
Buyer: Amy B. Carrier
Seller: EDC Real Estate LLC
Date: 09/08/17

1850 Northampton St.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $1,166,600
Buyer: PeoplesBank
Seller: 1866 Northampton St. Inc.
Date: 09/12/17

1864-1866 Northampton St.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $1,166,600
Buyer: Peoplesbank
Seller: 1866 Northampton St. Inc.
Date: 09/12/17

51 Portland St.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $202,000
Buyer: Lindsay A. Pasdera
Seller: Elaine F. Vega
Date: 09/15/17

15 Shepard Dr.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $266,000
Buyer: Pathlight Inc.
Seller: Jon D. Lumbra
Date: 09/06/17

167 Sky View Terrace
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $130,000
Buyer: Jacqueline P. Fraser
Seller: Daniel J. Desnoyers
Date: 09/14/17

12 Valley Heights
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $175,000
Buyer: Linda M. Devine
Seller: Michael W. Zaremba
Date: 09/14/17

42 West Glen St.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Amount: $170,000
Buyer: Abraham J. Pabon-Serrano
Seller: Don H. Oyer
Date: 09/11/17

LONGMEADOW

625 Converse St.
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $303,000
Buyer: Mark Papirio
Seller: Ira A. Pollack
Date: 09/08/17

34 Cooley Dr.
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $350,000
Buyer: Steven L. Groccia
Seller: Greg A. Desrosiers
Date: 09/05/17

177 Cooley Dr.
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $375,000
Buyer: Rakesh Talati
Seller: William J. Mitchell
Date: 09/12/17

734 Longmeadow St.
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $470,200
Buyer: Longmeadow Historic Preservation
Seller: JP Morgan Chase Bank
Date: 09/07/17

756 Shaker Road
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $272,900
Buyer: Geoffrey M. Long
Seller: Thomas A. Lepper
Date: 09/15/17

24 Wendover Road
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $542,500
Buyer: Daniel R. Schwarting
Seller: Elizabeth L. Tetreault
Date: 09/06/17

52 Whitmun Road
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $210,000
Buyer: Bryant E. Ostrander
Seller: Jonathan M. Retchin
Date: 09/15/17

108 Yarmouth St.
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Amount: $232,500
Buyer: Yana Powers
Seller: Ernest R. Zavalunov
Date: 09/06/17

LUDLOW

92 Cady St.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $115,000
Buyer: Joshua W. Banas
Seller: Joan W. Lewis
Date: 09/15/17

791 Chapin St.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $207,000
Buyer: Julie Dicesare
Seller: Maura C. Archuleta
Date: 09/15/17

73 Eden St.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $240,000
Buyer: Sean M. Burns
Seller: Joan Nunziato
Date: 09/05/17

Gaudreau Ave.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $256,000
Buyer: Jill E. Krystofik
Seller: Lisa F. King
Date: 09/07/17

238 Holyoke St.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $219,900
Buyer: Virgina L. Kielbania
Seller: Joseph L. Hart
Date: 09/13/17

81 Lawton St.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $267,379
Buyer: Luke Palatino
Seller: Gilbert & Son Insulation
Date: 09/05/17

278 Poole St.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $260,000
Buyer: Noel A. Laguerre
Seller: Jason R. Pease
Date: 09/15/17

537 Poole St.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $345,000
Buyer: Elizabeth H. Gouin
Seller: John P. Gaviglio
Date: 09/15/17

23 Shawinigan Dr.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Amount: $159,900
Buyer: Yaser Sierra
Seller: Noel A. Laguerre
Date: 09/15/17

MONSON

1 Brookside Road
Monson, MA 01057
Amount: $215,000
Buyer: Edward K. Smith
Seller: Donald H. Jones
Date: 09/11/17

39 Crest Road
Monson, MA 01057
Amount: $203,000
Buyer: Jonathan R. Bucior
Seller: Jereth M. Hodge
Date: 09/08/17

127 Moulton Hill Road
Monson, MA 01057
Amount: $255,000
Buyer: Elaine H. Anderson
Seller: Meffen, Robert P., (Estate)
Date: 09/15/17

51 Stafford Road
Monson, MA 01057
Amount: $198,378
Buyer: Jake T. Janas
Seller: Monson-Glendale United
Date: 09/05/17

PALMER

234 Breckenridge St.
Palmer, MA 01069
Amount: $215,000
Buyer: Benjamin S. Gravel
Seller: Maple Ledge Associates
Date: 09/15/17

12 George St.
Palmer, MA 01069
Amount: $178,000
Buyer: Meagan C. Perrier
Seller: Wayne M. Smith
Date: 09/05/17

3013-3015 Hill St.
Palmer, MA 01069
Amount: $163,000
Buyer: Bret M. Pisarski
Seller: Fred P. Gralinski
Date: 09/12/17

3099 Pine St.
Palmer, MA 01069
Amount: $124,000
Buyer: Jake B. Demarey
Seller: Harry C. Pegg
Date: 09/08/17

16 Stewart Court
Palmer, MA 01069
Amount: $119,800
Buyer: Joshua M. Dupuis
Seller: FNMA
Date: 09/11/17

3 Walters Way
Palmer, MA 01069
Amount: $298,000
Buyer: James A. Moreau
Seller: Kimberley K. McLoskey
Date: 09/15/17

372 Ware St.
Palmer, MA 01069
Amount: $155,000
Buyer: John M. Griggs
Seller: Tanya A. Saylor
Date: 09/14/17

SOUTHWICK

179 Berkshire Ave.
Southwick, MA 01077
Amount: $138,000
Buyer: US Bank
Seller: Teddy J. Cieplinsky
Date: 09/12/17

175 College Hwy.
Southwick, MA 01077
Amount: $159,900
Buyer: Thomas A. Montagna
Seller: Keenan, Michael P., (Estate)
Date: 09/15/17

5 Echo Road
Southwick, MA 01077
Amount: $149,000
Buyer: Walter R. Tucker
Seller: Jon E. Lafreniere
Date: 09/14/17

147 Fred Jackson Road
Southwick, MA 01077
Amount: $310,000
Buyer: Keith Walker
Seller: Kevin M. Solek
Date: 09/08/17

26 Laro Road
Southwick, MA 01077
Amount: $388,000
Buyer: Joseph R. Searles
Seller: Paula Lapolice
Date: 09/06/17

4 Miller Road
Southwick, MA 01077
Amount: $255,000
Buyer: Nikolay T. Nedeoglo
Seller: Marc A. Hanks
Date: 09/12/17

342 North Loomis St.
Southwick, MA 01077
Amount: $280,000
Buyer: Paula Lapolice
Seller: Paul R. Breveleri
Date: 09/11/17

37 Pineywood Road
Southwick, MA 01077
Amount: $226,000
Buyer: Brian L. Hersey
Seller: Joseph Searles
Date: 09/06/17

SPRINGFIELD

22 Amanda St.
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $126,400
Buyer: FNMA
Seller: Christopher M. McCrae
Date: 09/12/17

114 Andrew St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $124,000
Buyer: Teresa Mateo
Seller: Pioneer Housing LLC
Date: 09/12/17

1289 Bay St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $232,000
Buyer: Jean W. Cesar
Seller: Grahams Construction Co.
Date: 09/15/17

726 Belmont Ave.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $223,900
Buyer: Airbel Real Estate LLC
Seller: Hampden Realty LLC
Date: 09/06/17

788 Belmont Ave.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $202,000
Buyer: Airbel Real Estate LLC
Seller: Yellowbrick Property LLC
Date: 09/05/17

165 Belvidere St.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $151,009
Buyer: JP Morgan Chase Bank
Seller: Stanley Cross
Date: 09/05/17

1010 Berkshire Ave.
Springfield, MA 01151
Amount: $130,000
Buyer: Carmen M. Berrios
Seller: Nicholas A. Crespo
Date: 09/11/17

620 Bradley Road
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $125,000
Buyer: DJD Real Estate LLC
Seller: Timothy M. Foley
Date: 09/13/17

1330 Bradley Road
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $190,000
Buyer: Luis F. Gomez
Seller: Elizabeth Belle-Isle
Date: 09/15/17

90 Canterbury Road
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $159,600
Buyer: Ashley A. Dutton
Seller: Richard G. Bangs
Date: 09/08/17

1459 Carew St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $184,000
Buyer: Gloria Velez
Seller: David R. Bellucci
Date: 09/15/17

98 Carr St.
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $228,000
Buyer: Jorge L. Serrano
Seller: Robert D. Baldwin
Date: 09/08/17

73 Castle St.
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $180,000
Buyer: Thelma L. Thomas
Seller: Arthur G. Knodler
Date: 09/11/17

24 Cindy Circle
Springfield, MA 01129
Amount: $181,500
Buyer: Paul Ouimette
Seller: Deborah M. Moran
Date: 09/15/17

61 Crystal Ave.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $132,000
Buyer: Errol G. Green
Seller: Michael Zheng
Date: 09/15/17

121 Dartmouth Terrace
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $263,000
Buyer: Louis A. Love
Seller: Greg Welch
Date: 09/08/17

111 Dayton St.
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $190,000
Buyer: Leroy Dixon
Seller: Brendan P. Cronin
Date: 09/08/17

17 Doyle Ave.
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $180,000
Buyer: Ali Alzubaidi
Seller: Janice M. Klaus
Date: 09/14/17

92 Ellendale Circle
Springfield, MA 01128
Amount: $243,000
Buyer: Sonia N. Fields
Seller: Choo Duk-Heiskala
Date: 09/15/17

17 Ellsworth Ave.
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $124,500
Buyer: FHLM
Seller: Andrew J. Pac
Date: 09/12/17

34 Eloise St.
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $124,000
Buyer: HSBC Bank
Seller: Tarra M. Saccamando
Date: 09/06/17

55 Fenway Dr.
Springfield, MA 01119
Amount: $134,000
Buyer: Country Development Corp.
Seller: Joan E. Butler
Date: 09/12/17

35 Flower St.
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $250,000
Buyer: Shamieka Stewart
Seller: Migual A. Rodrigez
Date: 09/14/17

56-60 Fort Pleasant Ave.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $925,000
Buyer: 56-60 Fort Pleasant LLC
Seller: Youngs Realty Management
Date: 09/15/17

141 Freeman Terrace
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $115,000
Buyer: Betzaida Diaz
Seller: Jose Matos
Date: 09/15/17

64 Glencoe St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $123,124
Buyer: Bayview Loan Servicing
Seller: Luis Cintron
Date: 09/14/17

74 Glenham St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $164,900
Buyer: Eugene L. Pretlow
Seller: US Bank
Date: 09/15/17

44-46 Gordon St.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $153,000
Buyer: Melanie Pham
Seller: Norman W. Green
Date: 09/15/17

41 Grand St.
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $150,000
Buyer: Antony Massop
Seller: Leon Hutt
Date: 09/15/17

14 Horne St.
Springfield, MA 01119
Amount: $272,000
Buyer: Raymond Aguirre
Seller: East Coast Contracting
Date: 09/05/17

11 Isabel St.
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $150,000
Buyer: Leidy T. Ferreira
Seller: Raymond R. Duval
Date: 09/15/17

31-33 James St.
Springfield, MA 01105
Amount: $135,000
Buyer: Glenroy Henry
Seller: Share Point LLC
Date: 09/06/17

26 Macomber Ave.
Springfield, MA 01119
Amount: $170,600
Buyer: Barbara Bauer
Seller: Heather M. Friedrich
Date: 09/08/17

99 Merrimac Ave.
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $126,000
Buyer: Yolanda L. Arroyo
Seller: Lori A. Randall
Date: 09/06/17

66 Oak Ridge St.
Springfield, MA 01151
Amount: $219,000
Buyer: Tam Le
Seller: Carlos A. Maio
Date: 09/15/17

27-29 Oakwood Terrace
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $183,000
Buyer: Victor M. Lopez-Garcia
Seller: Onota Rental LLC
Date: 09/12/17

105 Old Brook Road
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $160,000
Buyer: Richard A. Stennett
Seller: FNMA
Date: 09/15/17

28 Osgood St.
Springfield, MA 01107
Amount: $124,000
Buyer: Omar Guzman
Seller: Sheila V. Rivera
Date: 09/06/17

1434 Page Blvd.
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $205,000
Buyer: Angel L. Guzman
Seller: James T. McInerney
Date: 09/15/17

1801 Page Blvd.
Springfield, MA 01151
Amount: $300,000
Buyer: Boondock Enterprises LLC
Seller: Javal Inc.
Date: 09/05/17

1357 Parker St.
Springfield, MA 01129
Amount: $187,500
Buyer: Henry Mercado
Seller: Sherry A. Marchessault
Date: 09/13/17

25 Riverview Terrace
Springfield, MA 01108
Amount: $228,000
Buyer: Charles Mutigwe
Seller: Kerri Saucier
Date: 09/11/17

22 Roosevelt Ave.
Springfield, MA 01118
Amount: $175,000
Buyer: Ryan Kennedy
Seller: Ziohomz & Properties LLC
Date: 09/08/17

10-12 San Miguel St.
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $215,000
Buyer: Samuel V. Verges
Seller: Antoni M. Bryda
Date: 09/11/17

54 Slater Ave.
Springfield, MA 01119
Amount: $145,000
Buyer: James E. Stewart
Seller: Buchanan, Joseph N, (Estate)
Date: 09/05/17

165 Stapleton Road
Springfield, MA 01109
Amount: $175,000
Buyer: Eddie Sierra
Seller: Joy M. Grandfield
Date: 09/14/17

87 Wakefield St.
Springfield, MA 01151
Amount: $129,000
Buyer: Allen T. Collins
Seller: Nicholas M. Falardeau
Date: 09/07/17

112 West Canton Circle
Springfield, MA 01104
Amount: $124,900
Buyer: Brian A. Johnson
Seller: Thomas E. Pitts
Date: 09/08/17

75 Wrenwood St.
Springfield, MA 01119
Amount: $122,564
Buyer: Damian Cieszkowski
Seller: HSBC Bank
Date: 09/08/17

TOLLAND

302 Fox Den Road
Tolland, MA 01034
Amount: $290,000
Buyer: George P. Damico
Seller: Juan N. Rodriguez
Date: 09/15/17

92 Porcupine Point Road
Tolland, MA 01034
Amount: $585,000
Buyer: 210 Woodcliff Road RT
Seller: Theodore F. Babbitt
Date: 09/08/17

WALES

28 Ainsworth Hill Road
Wales, MA 01081
Amount: $165,000
Buyer: Brian Farnham
Seller: Michael Milanese
Date: 09/13/17

161 Stafford Road
Wales, MA 01081
Amount: $173,750
Buyer: Ronald Besaw
Seller: Elizabeth M. Besaw
Date: 09/13/17

WEST SPRINGFIELD

159 Albert St.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $250,555
Buyer: US Bank
Seller: Christopher J. Lozinski
Date: 09/07/17

6 Druids Lane
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $239,900
Buyer: Miguel A. Santana
Seller: Celeste D. Piccin
Date: 09/15/17

40 Elmdale St.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $179,000
Buyer: Kash Reddy LLC
Seller: White Birch Garden Apartments
Date: 09/15/17

367 Lancaster Ave.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $195,000
Buyer: Matthew D. Lane
Seller: Gallo, Paul, (Estate)
Date: 09/15/17

250 Poplar Ave.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $232,000
Buyer: Shannon Cavanaugh
Seller: Rebecca J. Willson
Date: 09/14/17

673 Rogers Ave.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $276,000
Buyer: Robert A. Spiegler
Seller: Rosemary Hannoush-Helou
Date: 09/12/17

29 Webster Ave.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Amount: $176,000
Buyer: Bret Biram
Seller: Robin R. Sheldon
Date: 09/08/17

WESTFIELD

48 Berkshire Dr.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $185,000
Buyer: Richard Holve
Seller: Michael Hebda
Date: 09/06/17

4 College Park Lane
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $279,900
Buyer: Christopher F. Newby
Seller: Maria C. Letasz
Date: 09/15/17

8 Frederick St.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $255,000
Buyer: Noah L. Goldstein
Seller: John F. Hyland
Date: 09/07/17

72 Glenwood Dr.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $250,000
Buyer: Christopher J. Krutka
Seller: William J. Carrigan
Date: 09/13/17

4 Greenwood St.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $175,000
Buyer: Brian F. Dellatore
Seller: Diamond Investment Group
Date: 09/08/17

77 Heggie Dr.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $127,100
Buyer: Wells Fargo Bank
Seller: Jessica A. Maynard
Date: 09/13/17

37 Highland View St.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $118,900
Buyer: Pennymac Loan Services
Seller: Evelyn Serrano
Date: 09/06/17

7 Hillary Lane
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $387,000
Buyer: Scott M. Gray
Seller: Ronald J. Stevenson
Date: 09/08/17

44 Jefferson St.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $260,000
Buyer: JP&SP Realty LLC
Seller: Ronald D. Kaddy
Date: 09/15/17

37 Northridge Road
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $345,000
Buyer: Jason M. Wheeler
Seller: Teresa A. Lathrop
Date: 09/08/17

18 Old Holyoke Road
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $200,000
Buyer: Matthew E. Bittlingmeier
Seller: Jason M. Wheeler
Date: 09/08/17

23 Pearl St.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $205,000
Buyer: Krista D. Chechile
Seller: Jessica L. Crandall
Date: 09/15/17

220 Prospect St., Ext
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $287,000
Buyer: Arion M. Slingerland
Seller: Brian T. Cleland
Date: 09/06/17

81 Roosevelt Ave.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $199,900
Buyer: Kamlyn Allman
Seller: Robert G. Gordon
Date: 09/15/17

15 Skipper Lane
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $228,500
Buyer: Michael Hebda
Seller: Michael C. Chechile
Date: 09/06/17

16 Sherman St., Ext
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $245,000
Buyer: David J. Zagula
Seller: George R. Fleury
Date: 09/15/17

62 South Meadow Road
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $209,659
Buyer: Wells Fargo Bank
Seller: Christine A. Koske
Date: 09/12/17

710 Southampton Road
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $415,000
Buyer: MRC Enterprises LLC
Seller: Sandra L. Boyd
Date: 09/05/17

47 Steiger Dr.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $197,000
Buyer: Carrie M. Baker
Seller: James E. Angell
Date: 09/15/17

128 Susan Dr.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $242,000
Buyer: Andrey Saykin
Seller: Melissa A. Fenton
Date: 09/12/17

31 Susan Dr.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $262,000
Buyer: Nathaniel Towse
Seller: Bethann McCoy
Date: 09/14/17

35 Turnpike Industrial Road
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $5,100,000
Buyer: G&I 9 Cadence LLC
Seller: Canam Po LP
Date: 09/05/17

68 Valley View Dr.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $180,000
Buyer: Christopher J. Burke
Seller: Aileen M. Weaver
Date: 09/08/17

120 West Silver St.
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $285,000
Buyer: Maria C. Letasz
Seller: Elizabeth A. Butcher
Date: 09/15/17

292 West Road
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $279,900
Buyer: Henry M. Bisbee
Seller: Joseph F. Hebda
Date: 09/11/17

25 Woodland Road
Westfield, MA 01085
Amount: $160,000
Buyer: Roger W. Fleury Jr RET
Seller: Tallage Adams LLC
Date: 09/15/17

WILBRAHAM

5 Branch Road
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Amount: $250,000
Buyer: Tatiana Eskandarinejad
Seller: Bruce R. Bergeron
Date: 09/08/17

194 Crane Hill Road
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Amount: $371,500
Buyer: Kelly D. Hayes
Seller: Ruth A. Giroux
Date: 09/07/17

2 Greenwood Road
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Amount: $265,000
Buyer: Donna J. Gregory
Seller: Rena M. Mathews
Date: 09/11/17

4 Maplewood Dr.
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Amount: $289,000
Buyer: Joseph A. Cordi
Seller: Thomas J. Doyle
Date: 09/15/17

10 Poplar Dr.
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Amount: $285,000
Buyer: Mark Pafumi
Seller: FNMA
Date: 09/06/17

8 Sherwin Road
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Amount: $419,900
Buyer: Anthony M. Caratozzolo
Seller: AC Homebuilding LLC
Date: 09/06/17

10 Sherwin Road
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Amount: $139,900
Buyer: Michael Dyer
Seller: Sherwin Road RT
Date: 09/06/17

60 Washington Road
Wilbraham, MA 01095
Amount: $145,000
Buyer: Erik Vanderleeden
Seller: Schaefer, Sophia, (Estate)
Date: 09/15/17

HAMPSHIRE COUNTY

AMHERST

24 Aubinwood Road
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $425,000
Buyer: Cora Fernandez-Anderson
Seller: ARJ 15 T. B
Date: 09/05/17

9 Carriage Lane
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $307,500
Buyer: Kristine Afrikyan
Seller: Timothy C. Thompson
Date: 09/15/17

792 East Pleasant St.
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $347,500
Buyer: Geoffrey C. Dawe
Seller: Carol Lynch
Date: 09/14/17

144 Glendale Road
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $240,000
Buyer: MTGLQ Investors LP
Seller: Bilal M. Ghandour
Date: 09/12/17

36 Hartman Road
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $325,000
Buyer: Qiye Sun
Seller: Cassandra L. Kosloski
Date: 09/05/17

337 Meadow St.
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $245,000
Buyer: Mark Power
Seller: Robert E. Devine
Date: 09/15/17

157 Mill Lane
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $228,000
Buyer: Amherst College
Seller: Robert T. Sweeney
Date: 09/11/17

226 Pine St.
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $222,500
Buyer: Julia N. Khan
Seller: Burlin Barr
Date: 09/08/17

70 Stony Hill Road
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $259,000
Buyer: Carla R. Savetsky
Seller: Omar S. Dahi
Date: 09/05/17

135 Summer St.
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $310,000
Buyer: Ian Walls
Seller: Verrill, Elizabeth H., (Estate)
Date: 09/13/17

40 Van Meter Dr.
Amherst, MA 01002
Amount: $294,900
Buyer: Danielle Raad
Seller: Ian Boyd
Date: 09/08/17

BELCHERTOWN

62 Clark St.
Belchertown, MA 01007
Amount: $238,500
Buyer: Elis Feingold-Jackendoff
Seller: Shauna M. Roper
Date: 09/08/17

110 Daniel Shays Hwy.
Belchertown, MA 01007
Amount: $130,000
Buyer: Amanda R. Kavanagh
Seller: US Bank
Date: 09/05/17

6 Forest Road
Belchertown, MA 01007
Amount: $270,500
Buyer: Jennifer A. Miller
Seller: Matthew R. Streeter
Date: 09/07/17

10 Sabin St.
Belchertown, MA 01007
Amount: $350,000
Buyer: George I. McDaniel
Seller: Patricia M. Lafore
Date: 09/15/17

690 South Washington St.
Belchertown, MA 01007
Amount: $389,450
Buyer: Keith Lussier
Seller: Whisperwood LLC
Date: 09/06/17

CHESTERFIELD

67 Stage Road
Chesterfield, MA 01026
Amount: $210,000
Buyer: Eric W. Liimatainen
Seller: Bisbee, Alice C., (Estate)
Date: 09/13/17

EASTHAMPTON

198 East St.
Easthampton, MA 01027
Amount: $120,000
Buyer: Shawn T. Forest-Ussach
Seller: Robert G. Redfern
Date: 09/08/17

7 Franklin St.
Easthampton, MA 01027
Amount: $249,900
Buyer: Harold J. Weeks
Seller: Revampit LLC
Date: 09/12/17

57 Highland Ave.
Easthampton, MA 01027
Amount: $185,000
Buyer: Terri L. Garvey
Seller: Kimberly A. Potasky
Date: 09/05/17

63 Highland Ave.
Easthampton, MA 01027
Amount: $316,000
Buyer: Kathleen Etzel
Seller: Kevin C. Netto
Date: 09/08/17

4-6 Mill St.
Easthampton, MA 01027
Amount: $282,500
Buyer: Joshua H. Cornehlsen
Seller: Jessica S. Gifford
Date: 09/14/17

55 Northampton St.
Easthampton, MA 01027
Amount: $329,900
Buyer: Michael Hempstead
Seller: Jennifer M. Dragon
Date: 09/08/17

18 Oliver St.
Easthampton, MA 01027
Amount: $220,000
Buyer: Theodore D. Towne
Seller: No Place Like Home Properties
Date: 09/08/17

8 Robin Road
Easthampton, MA 01027
Amount: $312,400
Buyer: Marilyn G. Mooers
Seller: Colby E. Quinn
Date: 09/06/17

4 Torrey St.
Easthampton, MA 01027
Amount: $349,500
Buyer: Corey K. Lalime
Seller: Jeffrey R. Hildreth
Date: 09/05/17

45 Westview Terrace
Easthampton, MA 01027
Amount: $340,000
Buyer: Kate M. Hancock
Seller: Virginia F. Raymond RET
Date: 09/06/17

8 Williams St.
Easthampton, MA 01027
Amount: $240,000
Buyer: Allison T. Butler
Seller: Nancy A. Scott
Date: 09/13/17

3 Willow Circle
Easthampton, MA 01027
Amount: $390,000
Buyer: Matthew P. Boruchowski
Seller: Timothy M. Davis
Date: 09/12/17

GRANBY

18 Darrel Ave.
Granby, MA 01033
Amount: $249,900
Buyer: Mark Hansel
Seller: Jason Balut
Date: 09/05/17

19 Jennifer Dr.
Granby, MA 01033
Amount: $337,000
Buyer: Onur Onder
Seller: Todd Blais
Date: 09/07/17

107 Maximilian Dr.
Granby, MA 01033
Amount: $430,000
Buyer: Brian C. Carillon
Seller: Frank L. Bradfield
Date: 09/11/17

34 North St.
Granby, MA 01033
Amount: $310,000
Buyer: Steven W. King
Seller: Brian C. Carillon
Date: 09/07/17

55 North St.
Granby, MA 01033
Amount: $279,000
Buyer: Henry J. Wielgosz
Seller: Patrick E. Kappenman
Date: 09/11/17

HADLEY

7 Meadowbrook Dr.
Hadley, MA 01035
Amount: $200,000
Buyer: Devin R. Tomlinson
Seller: Moakler FT
Date: 09/08/17

204 River Dr.
Hadley, MA 01035
Amount: $235,000
Buyer: Donald C. Sadler
Seller: Mitchell J. Kuc
Date: 09/13/17

70 Russell St.
Hadley, MA 01035
Amount: $195,000
Buyer: Goldman Sachs Mortgage Co.
Seller: R. Susan Woods
Date: 09/07/17

HATFIELD

23 Bridge St.
Hatfield, MA 01038
Amount: $150,000
Buyer: Robert A. Liebenow
Seller: Frank L. Liebenow
Date: 09/05/17

118 Elm St.
Hatfield, MA 01038
Amount: $220,000
Buyer: Catherine M. Moriarty
Seller: Eric W. Liimatainen
Date: 09/13/17

48 Main St.
Hatfield, MA 01038
Amount: $485,000
Buyer: Peter P. Grandonico
Seller: Harold F. Green
Date: 09/15/17

HUNTINGTON

4 Searle Road
Huntington, MA 01050
Amount: $340,000
Buyer: Joseph T. Wichowski
Seller: William A. Shover
Date: 09/08/17

MIDDLEFIELD

1 Skyline Trail
Middlefield, MA 01011
Amount: $200,000
Buyer: Sean G. Duma
Seller: Robyn T. Stimpson
Date: 09/12/17

NORTHAMPTON

259 Acrebrook Dr.
Northampton, MA 01062
Amount: $254,000
Buyer: Holly A. Sweeney
Seller: Anthony L. Bombard
Date: 09/15/17

80 Damon Road
Northampton, MA 01060
Amount: $126,000
Buyer: Benjamin Dion
Seller: John A. Marchand
Date: 09/07/17

189 Drury Lane
Northampton, MA 01027
Amount: $150,000
Buyer: William H. Marotto
Seller: Crescione LT
Date: 09/13/17

18 Fairview Ave.
Northampton, MA 01060
Amount: $402,000
Buyer: Anna Lusardi
Seller: Susan E. Stebbins
Date: 09/08/17

9 Federal St.
Northampton, MA 01062
Amount: $259,000
Buyer: Amy E. Martyn
Seller: Cecilia G. Martyn RET
Date: 09/12/17

90 Franklin St.
Northampton, MA 01060
Amount: $580,000
Buyer: Katharine Gartner
Seller: Stephen S. Daniell
Date: 09/11/17

31 Graves Ave.
Northampton, MA 01060
Amount: $408,000
Buyer: L. G&M B. Williams LT
Seller: Esther G. Gendel
Date: 09/13/17

160 Nonotuck St.
Northampton, MA 01062
Amount: $264,100
Buyer: Richard C. Weis
Seller: Charles K. Barcomb
Date: 09/08/17

123 Williams St.
Northampton, MA 01060
Amount: $140,000
Buyer: Valley Building Co. Inc.
Seller: William J. Blizniak
Date: 09/14/17

SOUTH HADLEY

614 Amherst Road
South Hadley, MA 01075
Amount: $190,000
Buyer: Henry Bristol
Seller: Murphy, Karen R., (Estate)
Date: 09/07/17

295 East St.
South Hadley, MA 01075
Amount: $310,000
Buyer: Henry Komosa
Seller: Bank New York Mellon
Date: 09/08/17

52 Lyman St.
South Hadley, MA 01075
Amount: $131,200
Buyer: Wells Fargo Bank
Seller: Arthur L. Stoltz
Date: 09/12/17

446-448 Newton St.
South Hadley, MA 01075
Amount: $405,000
Buyer: 446-448 Newton St. Realty
Seller: Kay G. Lerner
Date: 09/14/17

3 Sunset Ave.
South Hadley, MA 01075
Amount: $255,900
Buyer: Timothy J. Dorman
Seller: Deborah L. Phoenix
Date: 09/15/17

13 Susan Ave.
South Hadley, MA 01075
Amount: $187,000
Buyer: Berengere Cusin
Seller: Christine P. Jaspersohn
Date: 09/08/17

SOUTHAMPTON

56 Cottage Ave.
Southampton, MA 01073
Amount: $178,000
Buyer: Christopher T. Amidon
Seller: Monahan, Thomas M., (Estate)
Date: 09/08/17

WARE

2 Lagoon Road
Ware, MA 01082
Amount: $243,000
Buyer: Charles E. Howard
Seller: Edward T. Hudson
Date: 09/15/17

62 Old Gilbertville Road
Ware, MA 01082
Amount: $177,000
Buyer: Benjamin M. St.George
Seller: Marie A. Rathemacher-Reo
Date: 09/14/17

76 Old Poor Farm Road
Ware, MA 01082
Amount: $320,000
Buyer: Roger L. Dugas
Seller: Troy Booth
Date: 09/13/17

292 Osborne Road
Ware, MA 01082
Amount: $259,900
Buyer: Sharyn C. Trott
Seller: Rabschnuk FT
Date: 09/08/17

2 Susan Dr.
Ware, MA 01082
Amount: $370,000
Buyer: John F. Slattery
Seller: Joel Harder
Date: 09/14/17

238 West St.
Ware, MA 01082
Amount: $185,000
Buyer: Danny T. Harper
Seller: Robert E. Varney
Date: 09/08/17

WILLIAMSBURG

91 Main St.
Williamsburg, MA 01096
Amount: $356,000
Buyer: Susan E. Stebbins
Seller: Kathleen B. Etzel
Date: 09/08/17

Bankruptcies

By BusinessWest Staff October 17, 2017

Bankruptcies Departments

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

Albaladejo, Francisco
24 Ednsons Court
Chicopee, MA 01020
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 09/14/17

Badillo, Omaira
235 Walnut St.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 09/15/17

Bedell, Amy Bertha
a/k/a Kolick, Amy Bertha
a/k/a Phelps, Amy Bertha
a/k/a Bedell, Amy Bertha
16 Myrtle St.
Athol, MA 01331
Chapter: 13
Filing Date: 09/14/17

Big Daddy’s Homemade Ice Cream
Smith, David J.
100 Brandon Ave.
Springfield, MA 01119
Chapter: 13
Filing Date: 09/06/17

Boardman, Sanford
a/k/a Boardman, Sandy
6 James St.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 09/08/17

Boudreau, James F.
16 Victoria Circle
Westfield, MA 01085
Chapter: 13
Filing Date: 09/14/17

Boyd, Edward W.
52 Emmett St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 09/13/17

Bridges, Lynne B.
115 Berkshire Ave.
Southwick, MA 01077
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 09/08/17

Brown, James W.
151 Gilbert Ave.
Springfield, MA 01119
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 09/06/17

Broxton, Lynette R.
5 West Laramee Green
Indian Orchard, MA 01151
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 09/13/17

Calderwood, Letitia
239 Main St., Apt 1
Easthampton, MA 01027
Chapter: 13
Filing Date: 09/08/17

Carattini, Melissa M.
17 Lakeshore Dr.
Southwick, MA 01077
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 08/31/17

Ethier-Allen, Carol Ann
164 Highland Ave.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 09/10/17

Ewing, Steven Michael
5 Mark St.
Springfield, MA 01129
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 08/31/17

Farrell, Jeannine L.
a/k/a Farrell, Nina L.
66 Cronin Hill Rd
Hatfield, MA 01038
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 08/31/17

Finish Line Auto
Marier, Francis
678 Britton St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 09/08/17

Haire, Emily Anne
5 Berard Circle
Springfield, MA 01128
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 09/14/17

Hait, Christian T.
19 Ballard St., Apt. 1
Easthampton, MA 01027
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 09/08/17

Johnson, Todd F.
Johnson, Julie
a/k/a Stedman, Julie
1401 Longmeadow St.
Longmeadow, MA 01106
Chapter: 13
Filing Date: 09/12/17

Josefek, Andrea Kathryn
64 Munsing Ave.
Ludlow, MA 01056
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 09/01/17

Lamon, Robert C.
40 Riley Switch Road
Athol, MA 01331
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 09/04/17

Laprade, Meaghan Ashley
158 Old Sunderland Road
Montague, MA 01351
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 09/01/17

Lowell, Jennifer L.
15 Central St.
Turners Falls, MA 01376
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 09/12/17

Maldonado, Bartolo
a/k/a Oliveras, Bartolo Maldonado
Maldonado, Gladys Odette
142 Brittany Manor Dr.
Amherst, MA 01002
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 09/08/17

Martone, Sheila M.
222 Stebbins St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 09/06/17

Montgomery, Darren R.
569 Westfield St.
West Springfield, MA 01089
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 09/12/17

Murphy, Lawrence W.
Murphy, Doreen
620 North Westfield St.
Feeding Hills, MA 01030
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 09/06/17

Nadeau, Philip W.
4 Manola St.
Chicopee, MA 01020
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 09/15/17

O’Lari, Sarah Madeline
a/k/a O’Lari-Woods, Sarah Madeline
a/k/a O’Lari-Muniz, Sarah Madeline
47 Congress St.
Orange, MA 01364
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 09/06/17

Payen, Evarice
247 Allen Road
Belchertown, MA 01007
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 09/10/17

Photography by Corinna
Cole, Corinna S.
a/k/a Spinale, Corinna
50 Normandy Road
Lynn, MA 01902
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 09/15/17

Riley, Jessica L.
34 Amherst Ave.
Feeding Hills, MA 01030
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 09/01/17

Rough-Lewinski, Jennifer
81 Lamb St.
South Hadley, MA 01118
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 08/31/17

Schnopp, Glenn P.
15 Water St., Apt. B
Shelburne Falls, MA 01370
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 08/31/17

Sepulveda, Maria D.
PO Box 60562
Florence, MA 01062
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 08/31/17

Tatro, Phyllis A.
183 Winton St.
Springfield, MA 01118
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 09/10/17

Van Buren, Lisa M.
325 Walnut St.
Holyoke, MA 01040
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 09/15/17

Vasquez, Louis A.
14 High St.
Greenfield, MA 01301
Chapter: 7
Filing Date: 09/12/17

White, Karen Marie
163 Saint James Blvd.
Springfield, MA 01104
Chapter: 13
Filing Date: 09/06/17

Doing Business as Certificates

By BusinessWest Staff October 17, 2017

DBA Certificates Departments

The following business certificates and trade names were issued or renewed during the month of September 2017.

AMHERST

Fernando Molina IT Consulting
240 West St.
Fernando Molina

Mary Moore Design
534 Main St.
Home and Homme, LLC

CHICOPEE

CL Construction
11 Falcon Circle
Chet Lokey

D & D Masonry
524 Chicopee St.
Marc Murphy, Jordan Healy, Roger Roberge

Dowco
83 Wheatland Ave.
Stephanie Dow

NextGen Farm
963 Burnett Road
Damion Campbell

PNG Home Improvement
20 Sterling St.
Pavel Gavrilyuk

Pooch Caboose, LLC
114 Wellington Ave.
Ann-Marie Malloy

DEERFIELD

Old Deerfield Antiques
663 Greenfield Road
Brian Rider

EAST LONGMEADOW

Christine Robinson
511 North Main St.
Christine Robinson

JL Communications
67 Nottingham Dr.
Janet Lupacchino

Silverson Machines Inc.
355 Chestnut St.
Harold Rothman

Standen Financial Services
296 North Main St., Suite 12
Patti Standen

Vittoria Lombardi
511 North Main St.
Vittoria Lombardi

GREENFIELD

AutoZone #3247
430 Federal St.
AutoZone Northeast, LLC

Barts Ice Cream Co.
80 School St.
Thomas Schmidt

China Gourmet
78 Mohawk Trail
Chi & Chi Restaurant Inc.

Chinese Body Work
91 Main St.
Feng Ling Wang

New England Educational Partners
66 Meadow Wood Dr.
Martha Seretta

HADLEY

B & B HVAC
91 North Maple St.
Steven Beauregard

Burning Heart South
191 Russell St., A-C
Burning Heart, LLC

HOLYOKE

Dam Café
37-39 Myrtle Ave.
Michael McMahon III, Celeste Long

Hawks at Mt. Tom
320 Easthampton Road
Linda Henderson

Jhanvi, LLC
161-165 Suffolk St.
Mitaben Patel

O’Brien’s Auto
40 Anderson Hill
Edward O’Brien Jr.

T. McGarry Home Improvement
963 Hampden St., Apt. 1
Thomas McGarry

Rescom Property Improvement
60 West Glen St.
Raquel Soto

LONGMEADOW

Anne Most, LICSW
123 Dwight Road
Anne Most

Edward D. Jones & Co., LP
175 Dwight Road
Stephanie Griffin

On Point Property Solutions
145 Porter Lake Dr.
Katie Toomy

LUDLOW

Gary Guertin Excavating
437 Holyoke St.
Gary Guertin

Mackenzie and Sons
125 Wilno Ave.
Brandon Mackenzie

Nutritional Services Consulting
54 Owens Way
Lynn Moylan

NORTHAMPTON

45 and Single
73 Barrett St., #6192
Juan Diaz

Berkshire Natural, LLC
100 Emerson Way
David Starr

Hampshire Dermatology and Skin Health Center
39A Carlon Dr.
Katherine White, M.D.

Hampshire House Publishing Co.
8 Nonotuck St.
O. Stan Freeman

Movement Voter Project
37 Kensington Ave.
William Wimsatt

Penny Lane
141 Main St.
Ronny Hazel

Picture Public Health
26 Market St.
CommunicateHealth Inc.

RAPS Real Estate
79 Masonic St.
Joseph Curran, Dan Berger

SH Construction and Hardscapes
230 Bridge St.
Steven Gosselin

VIP Nail Spa
104B Damon Road
Tommy Nguyen

SOUTHWICK

A.J. Precision Inc.
13 Industrial Road
Wade Austin

Bob Solek Masonry
183 Granville Road
Bob Solek

First Choice Nurse Staffing Services, LLC
32 George Loomis Road
Mark Beaulieu

Spotlight Trade Show Displays
9B Whalley Way
Diane DeMarco

SPRINGFIELD

Bentley’s Café
1142 Berkshire St.
Keno White II

Cam’s Snack Bar
36 Court St.
Cameron Walker

Capital Income Tax
1655 Main St.
Nathilda Ramirez

City Soul Market
700 State St.
Ruth Elizabeth

Josiah’s Landscaping
30 Harvard St.
Omar Santiago

Junny’s Transporter
37 Balis St.
Candido Borges

K and K Distribution, LLC
494 Central St.
Mohammad Tanvir

Longonot Transportation
49 Bissell Ave.
Isaac Teresia

Love of Ladies
181 Chestnut St.
Taurean Walden

Marriott Hotel Service Inc.
2 Boland Way
Bill Hess

Shooting Star Dance Center
1196 Parker St.
Carol Boardway-Chapin

Torres Multi Services
217A Berkshire Ave.
Beury Torres

Trevor Wholesales
823 Armory St.
Trevor Dufault

Weemans Custom Vinyl
98 Whittier St.
Johnny Vidal

WEST SPRINGFIELD

Designs for Everyday Living
215 Ely Ave.
Nicole Towsley

Distinctive Works
31 Lowell St.
Real Mercier

Edwin’s Quality Services
18 Kings Highway
Edwin Colon

The Loft Salon Studio
2301 Westfield St.
Ann Marie Walts

Nick Tokman
46 Bonnie Brae Dr.
Nicholas Tokman

Panera Bread
935 Riverdale St.
PR Restaurants, LLC

Roche Realty & Associates
425 Union St.
Cassie Roche

Venetian Bakery
90 Baldwin St.
Mark Maniscalchi

Willow Services
29 Glenview Dr.
Michelle Litchfield

WILBRAHAM

Realistic Solutions MR
7 Fairview Road
Mary Berard

Incorporations

By BusinessWest Staff October 17, 2017

Departments Incorporations

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

CHICOPEE

Ela Deli Inc., 226 Exchange St., Chicopee, MA 01013. Elzbieta Magda, 75 Wheatland Ave., Chicopee, MA 01020. Deli & grocery store.

CUMMINGTON

LM Cubed Inc., 320 Stage Road, Cummington, MA 01026. Mark F. Sullivan, same. Providing solutions for clients’ needs arising from construction activities they have undertaken.

EAST LONGMEADOW

J&B Fleet Maintenance Inc., 290 Westwood Ave., East Longmeadow, MA 01028. Suzanne Lynch, same. The repair of tractor-trailer trucks.

HOLYOKE

Holy Spirit International Chaplin of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, 460 Tokeneke Road, Holyoke, MA 01040. Norma Rodriguez, 60 Alvord Ave., Chicopee, MA 01020. Volunteer services to the community and the poor through religious and non-religious outreach.

LEE

K.B. Regency Inc., 65A Fairview St., Lee, MA 01238. Karen Hawkins, same. Author.

LEVERETT

Coolcap Fund Inc., 88 Shutesbury Road., Leverett, MA 01054. Roger Bird, same. Provides poor smallholder farmers in Kenya and other African counties with low-cost-to-buy farming equipment at a price they can afford with terms they can meet.

MONSON

Eight Eight One Entertainment Inc., 189 Hovey Hill Road, Monson, MA 01057. John P. Siniscalchi, same. Operation of restaurant and lounge.

SOUTH DEERFIELD

Frontier Youth Football Association Inc., 195 North St., South Deerfield, MA 01373. Jennifer Hannum, same. Non-profit that provides an opportunity for eligible youth (ages 8-14) to engage in athletic exercises in a supervised, organized, and safety-oriented manner.

SOUTHAMPTON

Green Thumb Investment Corp., 170 Pomeroy Meadow Road, Southampton, MA 01073. Leakhena Som, same. Investing in medical dispensaries and cultivation.

SPRINGFIELD

Hampden County Bar Foundation Inc., 50 State St., Room 137, Springfield, MA 01103. Kevin V. Maltby, 165 Viscount Road, Longmeadow, MA 01106. Raise and expend funds for research in the public interest in any branch of the law.

WEST SPRINGFIELD

Eagle Express Freight Inc., 480 Cold Spring Ave., West Springfield, MA 01089. Arber Allajbegu, same. Transportation services.

Briefcase

By BusinessWest Staff October 17, 2017

Briefcase Departments

Eastern States Exposition Breaks Attendance Record

WEST SPRINGFIELD — A record number of visitors attended the Big E this year, breaking the fair’s all-time high attendance figure, with a final tally of 1,525,553. The previous record of 1,498,605 was set in 2014. Oct. 1 attendance was 137,208, also a new record for the final Sunday of the 17-day fair. During the fair’s run, the all-time-highest single-day attendance record was also broken when 171,897 visitors attended Saturday, Sept. 23. Three additional daily attendance records were set: Sept. 21, 85,019; Sept. 28, 89,905; and Sept. 29, 109,871. “I am humbled to see the incredible support of Eastern States Exposition by our loyal fair patrons,” said Eugene Cassidy, president and CEO of the Exposition. “The 2017, 101st edition of the Big E broke records again, recording for the first time in history over 1.5 million guests. Patrons of New England’s Great State Fair braved days of punishing temperatures that pushed the heat index to above 100 degrees, they endured a 55-degree drop in temperature accompanied by rain, and yet they came in great numbers to participate in, enjoy, and support this organization and all it stands for.”

Employer Confidence Rebounds in September

BOSTON — The Associated Industries of Massachusetts (AIM) Business Confidence Index broke a two-month slide in September, rising 1.2 points to 62.4. The reading equaled its high for 2017 and was 6.5 points better than a year ago. Employer confidence has moved in a narrow range so far in 2017, as employers appear bullish about the growth prospects of their companies. The September uptick was driven in part by a 5.7-point surge in the Sales Index, which is often a leading indicator of increased business activity. “The Index was also taken prior to the announcement of an effort by Congressional Republicans and the White House to significantly reduce corporate taxes, a move that enjoys broad support among employers,” said Raymond Torto, Chair of AIM’s Board of Economic Advisors (BEA) and lecturer at Harvard Graduate School of Design. “The prospect of tax reform and tax simplification is likely to buoy employer sentiment through the end of the year.” The AIM Index, based on a survey of Massachusetts employers, has appeared monthly since July 1991. It is calculated on a 100-point scale, with 50 as neutral; a reading above 50 is positive, while below 50 is negative. The Index reached its historic high of 68.5 on two occasions in 1997-98, and its all-time low of 33.3 in February 2009. The Index has remained above 50 since October 2013. The constituent indicators that make up the overall Business Confidence Index were generally higher during September. The Massachusetts Index, assessing business conditions within the Commonwealth, rose 2.2 points to 65.4, a reading that was 8.4 points higher than in September 2016. The U.S. Index of national business conditions dropped 0.4 points to 59.8 after surging more than 10 points during the previous 12 months. September marked the 90th consecutive month in which employers have been more optimistic about the Massachusetts economy than the national economy. The Current Index, which assesses overall business conditions at the time of the survey, increased 1.6 points to 62.9, while the Future Index, measuring expectations for six months out, rose 0.7 points to 61.9. The Future Index ended the month 5.9 points higher than a year ago. The Company Index, reflecting overall business conditions, gained 1.4 points to 62.3. Finally, the Employment Index fell 2.2 points to 55.8, continuing an up-and-down pattern within the mid-50s on the 100-point scale. “The Massachusetts economy continues to maintain a steady recovery, with employers adding 10,800 jobs during August and the state jobless rate declining to 4.2%,” said Elmore Alexander, dean of Ricciardi College of Business at Bridgewater State University, and a BEA member. “The surge in the AIM Sales and Future indices suggests that business activity may actually accelerate in coming months, so the primary challenge for employers will remain hiring and retaining skilled workers in a tight labor market.” AIM President and CEO Richard Lord, also a BEA member, said employers generally support federal initiatives to reduce business taxes, but also remain concerned about the potential effect those reductions might have on the deficit. It is ironic, Lord added, that the proposed Republican tax plan would lower levies for subchapter-S corporations and other small pass-through businesses, while Massachusetts voters may be voting on a surtax next year on those same companies. “Subchapter-S corporations and other companies that pay taxes on the individual level are generally small to medium-sized enterprises that form the heart of the Massachusetts economy,” he noted. “What a shame it would be if the federal government were to help these companies while Massachusetts penalizes them.”

MGM’s 95% Document Submittal Consistent with HCA Commitments

SPRINGFIELD — Springfield Mayor Domenic Sarno and Kevin Kennedy, the city’s chief Development officer, announced that the MGM 95% construction-design submittals are consistent with the commitments outlined within the city’s host-community agreement (HCA). “As we move closer to the completion and grand opening of this unique urban development, I am pleased to be able to announce another milestone as the city accepts the 95% construction-design submittals,” said Sarno. “Through this continued collaborative effort between the city of Springfield and MGM, the designs submitted remain consistent with what has been outlined within the host-community agreement.” This determination of compliance is based on a detailed review of the submittal documents by a number of city departments, including the Office of Planning & Economic Development, the Law Department, the Building Department, the Department of Public Works, and the Casino Liaison Office. A full review of the 95% construction-design documents was also completed by Chicago Consultants Studio Inc., an urban-planning consultant that has been used extensively by the city of Springfield throughout the casino design-review process. “Based on a thorough review and engaged process over the past few months, we believe that MGM’s 95% construction documents continue to illustrate a high-quality, attractive, and innovative design,” said Kim Goluska of Chicago Consultants Studio Inc. “MGM’s cooperation with the city and its positive enhancements and completion of the key design components has resulted in a project that not only conforms to the HCA intent and requirements, but also creates a new, truly innovative precedent for urban casino developments.” Added Kennedy, “with MGM Springfield nearing completion and the numerous other economic-development efforts underway throughout the city, including the recent grand opening of Union Station, we are really starting to see the new Springfield take shape. Our focus will continue to be on capitalizing on these larger transformative developments to help attract other private investment and jobs to the city of Springfield.”

New England Unemployment Holds Steady in August

BOSTON — The New England Information Office of the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) has released New England and state unemployment numbers for August 2017. These data are supplied by the Local Area Unemployment Statistics (LAUS) program, which produces monthly and annual employment, unemployment, and labor-force data for Census regions and divisions, states, counties, metropolitan areas, and many cities. The New England unemployment rate was little changed at 4.0% in August. One year ago, the New England jobless rate was 3.9%. The U.S. jobless rate was little changed from July at 4.4%. No New England state had a significant over-the-year jobless rate change.

Company Notebook

By BusinessWest Staff October 17, 2017

Company Notebook Departments

Davis Foundation, Businesses Contribute $100,000 to VVM

SPRINGFIELD — The Economic Development Council of Western Massachusetts (EDC) announced that several of its members came together to donate a total of $50,000 to Valley Venture Mentors (VVM) to fulfill a match put forth by the Irene E. and George A. Davis Foundation. VVM will now receive $100,000 that will go towards programs providing mentorship, education, and community for entrepreneurs, ultimately fueling economic development in the region. “Once again, EDC members have come together leading the region in driving innovation and commerce,” said EDC President Rick Sullivan. “Valley Venture Mentors outcomes are astounding. Their entrepreneurs are creating jobs, revenue, and investment that are transforming Springfield and Western Mass. The Davis Match is a great example of how leaders of the business community are working to ensure economic prosperity for.” Organizations that donated to the Davis match include Balise Motor Sales, Bulkley Richardson, Columbia Gas, Mercy Medical Center, Chicopee Savings Bank Charitable Foundation, the Republican, and UMass Amherst.

Driving for the Cure Tourney Raises Record Amount

HADLEY — The Tom Cosenzi Driving for the Cure Charity Golf Tournament set a new fund-raising record by raising $131,300 to support Dr. Patrick Wen and his research colleagues in the Center for Neuro-Oncology at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. The tournament was held on Aug. 21 at Twin Hills Country Club in Longmeadow and Elmcrest Country Club in East Longmeadow, followed by a dinner at Twin Hills Country Club attended by more than 300 guests. The dinner featured a performance by Noah Lis from The Voice along with John Dennis, celebrity emcee of the WEEI/NESN Jimmy Fund Radio-Telethon and featured a raffle and live and silent auctions. The event’s platinum sponsor was Edmunds. The tournament was started by Carla and Tommy Cosenzi, co-presidents of TommyCar Auto Group, to honor the legacy of their father, Tom Cosenzi, who passed away from a glioblastoma in 2009 and dreamed of a cure for brain cancer. What started as a small, four-team tournament in 2009 has grown to become one of the largest charity tournaments in Western Mass., with more than 52 teams and 300+ participants. Proceeds from tournament sponsorships help Dana-Farber researchers design novel clinical trials to test and develop targeted therapies that have not previously been studied in brain tumors, initiate several clinical trials in immunotherapy, and conduct groundbreaking basic research to guide new therapeutic approaches. Since its inception in 2009, the Tom Cosenzi Driving for the Cure Charity Golf Tournament has donated $830,712. “Every year, I think it’s the best one yet,” said Carla Cosenzi. “However, I’m proud to say that our players and sponsors continue to come through, making each year more successful than the last.” Visit tomcosenzidrivingforthecure.com for information about the 2018 tournament, which will mark the event’s 10th year.

Thunderbirds Ink Marketing Partnership with Lottery

SPRINGFIELD — The Springfield Thunderbirds, AHL affiliate of the Florida Panthers, announced a new marketing partnership with the Massachusetts State Lottery Commission. The Lottery will receive branding at Thunderbirds home games and arena signage at the MassMutual Center. The organizations have launched a “Salute to Soldiers” initiative. As part of this military-appreciation platform, an armed forces member or veteran, along with their family, will be recognized at Friday home games. This program is designed to honor men and women for going beyond the call of duty. The partnership will also feature “Winning Weekdays,” which reward all fans in attendance with a ticket to a future game when the T-Birds win. “Sports and the lottery are both synonymous with winning,” said Chris Thompson, senior vice president, Sales & Strategy for the Thunderbirds. “The Thunderbirds are excited to partner with the most successful lottery in the country and share our mission of giving back to the community.” Added Edward Farley, assistant executive director and chief administrative officer, Massachusetts State Lottery Commission, “we are excited about this opportunity to recognize deserving individuals among us who have dedicated themselves to serving others.” The Thunderbirds opened their 2017-18 home ice schedule on Oct. 14 with a matchup with the rival Hartford Wolf Pack. Ticket memberships, including season tickets, are on sale now, starting at $12 per game. Thunderbirds full-season ticket members receive the most benefits, including a refillable collector’s mug and a commemorative jersey. For more information or to order, call (413) 739-4625 or visit www.springfieldthunderbirds.com.

Big Y Looks to Combat Opioid-related Deaths

SPRINGFIELD — Big Y Pharmacy and Wellness Centers can now prescribe and fill naloxone for customers in all 39 of its pharmacy locations in Massachusetts and Connecticut. This effort is intended to help prevent opioid-related deaths throughout the region. Naloxone is used to reverse the effects of an opioid overdose. All Big Y pharmacists are trained to assist patients and their family members on how to recognize signs of an opioid overdose and how to administer this medication. According to state government data, in 2016 opioid-related deaths claimed nearly 2,000 lives in Massachusetts and 1,000 in Connecticut. Naloxone can be administered to any person who has overdosed on a variety of opioids, including oxycodone, hydrocodone, morphine, codeine, and even heroin. “Many of our pharmacists have contributed their professional expertise during panels at local opioid-epidemic forums in our communities. The ability to now prescribe and fill naloxone for our patients and their families is just another way we can help them prevent an accidental overdose, save lives, and allow our patients the opportunity to seek long-term treatment,” said Nicole D’Amour Schneider, director of Pharmacy.

CATIC Relocates Office to Springfield

SPRINGFIELD — CATIC has relocated its Western Mass. office to One Monarch Place, Suite 1210, in Springfield. The building, located in the heart of Springfield’s Financial District, with easy access to I-91 and the Mass Pike, offers state-of-the-art accommodations and convenience for its customers, said Jim Bilodeau, CATIC’s Massachusetts state manager. “One Monarch Place is a beautiful building in a central location,” he added. “This new space enhances our ability to serve clients in Western Massachusetts.” The Springfield office’s telephone number is (413) 552-3400. CATIC, currently licensed in Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Vermont, Maine, and New Hampshire, is an underwriting member of the American Land Title Assoc. and North American Bar-Related Title Insurers.

Pellegrini, Seeley, Ryan & Blakesley Gives $6,000 to Hurricane Relief

SPRINGFIELD — The law firm of Pellegrini, Seeley, Ryan and Blakesley this week donated $6,000 to the Red Cross as part of a sponsorship for the organization’s hurricane-relief golf tournament held Oct. 2 at the Haven Country Club in Boylston. “In the wake of hurricanes Harvey and Maria, we wanted to make a contribution that we knew would make a difference,” said firm partner Patrick McHugh. “There is no organization as committed to providing life saving assistance as the Red Cross.” McHugh and the law firm have many clients with direct ties to Puerto Rico and are involved in the Puerto Rican community in Western Mass. and throughout the state. “When you see such devastation in Puerto Rico and, of course, in Texas and Florida, you feel a need to do what you can. It’s frustrating to be so far away, but it is critical that all of us as Americans work to affect a positive outcome for the people who are so tragically impacted by these natural disasters,” said McHugh, who is also a Red Cross board member. “I know first-hand the incredible work that the Red Cross does, and our firm for decades has stood with this organization to lend whatever support we can to their efforts. We are so very proud of our affiliation with them.”

Florence Bank Ad Campaign Features Local Residents

FLORENCE — Florence Bank knows people are at the heart of the communities it serves. Pioneer Valley residents are proud of their roots, and Florence Bank embraced the opportunity to put that on display with the launch of its new television commercials. The new ads showcase the Pioneer Valley by featuring local residents celebrating the diversity and inclusiveness of the region’s people. As in years past, the ads place the musical spotlight on the bank’s tagline “Always.” This year, new lyrics were written for the bank’s signature song to display the essence of each resident featured in the commercials. Among those featured in the new Florence Bank commercials are Bud Stockwell, owner of Cornucopia Foods; Melissa Torres, a volunteer with Lorraine’s Soup Kitchen; sports broadcaster Scott Coen; Mohamed Ibrahim, a teacher at the International Language Institute; Madeline Nagy of Dakin Humane Society; Mark Giza, owner of Mark Henry Florist; and Alicia Zitka, a volunteer at the Boys and Girls Club of West Springfield. When asked what makes the Pioneer Valley such a special place to live, Ibrahim said, “it’s an integrated community with a lot of warmth and love.” Zitka added, “I live here, I work here, I volunteer my time and energy here, and this is my heart; this is my home.” Stockwell also understands the importance of the word “local” and has seen firsthand the progression of his community throughout the decades. However, the loyalty of his customers has stayed consistently fierce, he said, adding that “we were local back in 1980 when there was no such thing as local.” The ads were created by Sean Tracey Associates, the advertising agency that has produced Florence Bank’s award-winning ad campaigns for several years. “Our intent with these commercials is to stay true to the message that the Pioneer Valley is a remarkable place to live and work,” said Monica Curhan, senior vice president and marketing director at Florence Bank. “We think that has once again been achieved with this year’s ad campaign, and we look forward to hearing what our customers, both present and future, have to say.”

AIC’s Freshman Class Second-largest in a Decade

SPRINGFIELD — American International College (AIC) announced its second-largest freshman class since 2007 with a total enrollment of 504 new students. “The demographics in New England are declining and are projected to drop for the foreseeable future. This geographic area is dense with colleges in a highly competitive landscape. With those considerations in mind, we are very pleased to have reached and surpassed our enrollment goal,” said Jonathan Scully, dean of Undergraduate Admissions. “This is also one of the most academically competitive classes we have accepted in the last five years. Incoming students are from richly diverse backgrounds, and many are first-generation, which has long been central to the AIC mission.”

Chicopee Savings Foundation Supports Dress for Success Boutique

SPRINGFIELD — The Chicopee Savings Bank Charitable Foundation recently presented Dress for Success of Western Massachusetts with a donation of $1,000 to support its boutique operations. “Dress for Success provides a tremendous service to women in our community who are working toward achieving financial independence,” said William Wagner, president of Chicopee Savings Bank Charitable Foundation. Located at the Eastfield Mall in Springfield, the Dress for Success boutique outfits women as they prepare for job interviews and career enhancement opportunities. “If our community is to achieve true economic success, we need a workforce that is prepared in every way,” said Dawn Creighton, president of Dress for Success. “We couldn’t be more grateful for the support of organizations like the Chicopee Savings Bank Charitable Foundation who understand and appreciate the need for our programs and services.”

People on the Move

By BusinessWest Staff October 17, 2017

Departments People on the Move

Amanda Sbriscia

Holyoke Community College announced that Amanda Sbriscia has been hired as its new vice president of Institutional Advancement. Sbriscia will lead HCC’s fund-raising efforts as head of the HCC Foundation as well as oversee Alumni Affairs, Resource Development, and Marketing and Communications. She begins Oct. 30. “I am thrilled to be joining HCC at a very exciting time in its history,” Sbriscia said. “I look forward to connecting with our alumni, friends, faculty, and staff, and to engaging the community in our efforts to support students and build on the college’s excellent reputation.” Sbriscia comes to HCC with more than 10 years of experience in education and fund-raising. Most recently, she has been serving as senior director of Advancement at Bay Path University, following her role there as director of Annual Giving and Alumni Relations. Before Bay Path, Sbriscia worked in fund development for the Girl Scouts of Central and Western Massachusetts and as director of Annual Giving for Anna Maria College in Paxton. Her experience in higher education also includes work in major gifts, volunteer management, corporate sponsorship, and strategic planning. “We were fortunate to have four extremely qualified finalists to consider, and we put each of them through a full day of rigorous interviews,” said HCC president Christina Royal. “In the end, though, Amanda’s experience, presence, and passion really made her stand out. She has an energy that I believe will integrate fluently with our current campus leadership and help propel us forward as we begin to develop a strategic plan for the future of HCC. I’m excited that she will soon be here.” Sbriscia has served on the board of the Assoc. of Fundraising Professionals and is a member of Women in Philanthropy and the Young Professional Society of Greater Springfield. She is also a classroom reader through Springfield School Volunteers. She is currently pursuing her doctor of education degree in organizational leadership from Northeastern University.

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Jaime O’Connor

Waterford Hotel Group announced the appointment of Jaime O’Connor as director of sales at the Sheraton Hartford Hotel located inside Bradley International Airport. The Sheraton Bradley is managed by Waterford Hotel Group, a national hotel and convention-center management firm. As director of Sales, O’Connor is responsible for the total sales efforts for the hotel, as well as supervising sales-related personnel and implementing sales and marketing strategies to maximize profits while also maintaining guest satisfaction. O’Connor started her career in hospitality at the Sheraton Springfield in 2001. She quickly grew within the property, holding the positions of executive meeting manager and senior executive meeting manager, before joining Waterford Hotel Group as a sales manager at the Marriott Hartford in 2005. Most recently, she has been working as director of sales at the Sheraton Hartford South. “We are pleased to welcome Jaime back to the Waterford Hotel Group team,” said Karen Bachofner, vice president of Sales and Marketing at Waterford Hotel Group. “We look forward to working with her in this new role.”

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Valerie Krolicki

Valerie Krolicki recently joined Ayre Real Estate Co. Inc. as a full-time real-estate sales associate. She is a graduate of Hopkinton High School and has a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a master’s degree in education from Northeastern University in Boston. Krolicki is the daughter-in-law of the late Cynthia ‘Cindy’ Ayre, formerly of Ayre Real Estate and past president of the Realtor Assoc. of Pioneer Valley and Realtor of the Year.

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With the upcoming departure of DevelopSpringfield’s President and CEO Jay Minkarah, the organization has tapped Jeff Daley to provide consulting services on an interim basis to manage project oversight. Daley is founder and principal of CJC Development Advisors, LLC with more than 15 years of experience in real-estate development, construction project development, government relations, and public-private partnership development. He was formerly the Economic Development director for the city of Westfield, executive director of the Westfield Redevelopment Authority, and a member of the Pioneer Valley Transit Authority board of directors, in addition to roles on other nonprofit boards and advisory panels. “I am excited for the opportunity to assist the team at DevelopSpringfield to move their projects forward,” Daley said. “CJC Development Advisors has been engaged in development projects around the region, and I feel this is a perfect opportunity to help DevelopSpringfield through their transition on some very important projects.” Nick Fyntrilakis, DevelopSpringfield’s board chair, added that “we are pleased to have Jeff step in to help ensure the advancement of DevelopSpringfield’s projects. Jeff has a strong background in large-scale development projects, and I’m confident his experience will be invaluable to the organization as we look to begin a search for a permanent replacement for Jay Minkarah.”

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Claudia Pazmany

Claudia Pazmany was recently named director of Development & Marketing for Providence Ministries. “My guiding core philosophy is to honor the work of today but to bring people together in the form of support to enable a vision for tomorrow,” Pazmany said. “It exemplifies how I feel about the power of philanthropy and how it can transform communities. I hope to transform how we think about our most vulnerable in my new role here at Providence Ministries, and how we can all play a vital role in that transformation.” Pazmany is a community leader with more than 16 years of experience in professional fund-raising. Her business-development skills, combined with a long history in capital campaigns, philanthropy, community engagement, social media, and alumni relations, helped her build visionary and sustainable movements of giving. She continues to apply her leadership skills to creating a more just and equitable world. Pazmany has an MBA from UMass, served on the executive team as former director of Development at the Women’s Fund of Western Massachusetts, is a graduate of the Women’s Fund’s Leadership Institute for Political and Public Impact, and is currently a board member at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Hampshire County.

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Morrison Mahoney LLP announced the election of six new partners, representing a range of practice areas including appeals, insurance coverage, construction litigation, professional liability defense, medical malpractice, fraud, transportation, and employment-law disputes.

“The election of so many highly qualified partners speaks volumes of the depth of talent that we have in all offices of Morrison Mahoney and quality of our mentoring and professional development,” said Managing Partner Scott Burke.

The new partners are:

Jeffrey O’Connor

Joseph Ciollo

• Jeffrey O’Connor (Springfield), who focuses his practice on the defense of medical and legal professionals, healthcare law, employment litigation, and general liability defense;

• Joseph Ciollo (Hartford, Stamford), who represents insurance companies, insureds, private businesses, attorneys, and other licensed professionals in matters involving automobile, homeowner, and property insurance coverage; insurance fraud investigation; general liability defense; automobile liability defense; bad-faith claims; subrogation; professional liability; and employment discrimination;

• Christopher Davidson (Boston), who specializes in the defense of corporate clients involving claims of catastrophic injury or death in the context of construction-site accidents, product liability, premises liability, and transportation/trucking matters;

• Larry Slotnick (Boston), who has successfully represented insures in a wide range of coverage and bad-faith disputes, both at the trial and appellate levels, and also represents businesses in commercial-litigation disputes;

• Christopher Keenoy (New York), who focuses his practice on cases involving professional liability, construction defects, product liability, lead paint, trucking, and general liability; and

• James McKenney (New York), who litigates complex commercial and civil matters, including healthcare and insurance-coverage issues, regulatory violations, Medicaid fraud claims, contract disputes, and civil RICO actions in federal, state, and appellate courts.

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Jean Deliso

Jean Deliso, CFP has been named a member of the 2017 Chairman’s Council of New York Life. Members of the elite Chairman’s Council rank in the top 3% of New York Life’s sales force of more than 12,000 licensed agents in sales achievement. Deliso has accomplished this level of achievement for six consecutive years. Her passion for finance and strategic planning led to the creation of Deliso Financial and Insurance Services in 2000. She began her career in corporate accounting in Tampa, Fla., where she consulted with small-business owners on financial operations and maximizing performance. Deliso has been a New York Life agent since 1995 and is associated with New York Life’s CT Valley General Office in Windsor, Conn. She is currently chairman of the board of the Baystate Health Foundation and a board member of the Community Music School of Springfield. She is past chairman of the board of the YMCA of Greater Springfield, past board member of AAA Pioneer Valley, and past trustee of the Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts and the advisory council at Bay Path University. Deliso Financial and Insurance Services is not owned or operated by New York Life Insurance Co. or any of its affiliates.

Chamber Corners: Upcoming Events

By BusinessWest Staff October 17, 2017

Chamber Corners Departments

1BERKSHIRE

www.1berkshire.com

(413) 499-1600

• Nov. 1: BYP Fall Extravaganza, 5:30-7:30 p.m., hosted by Hilltop Orchards, 508 Canaan Road, Richmond. Join Berkshire Young Professionals at Hilltop Orchards, home of Furnace Brook Winery, for a fall get-together. Wear flannel and boots and enjoy music, hikes into the orchards, wine tastings, Johnny Mash cider beverages, cheese plates, cider donuts, and apples galore.

• Nov. 15: Chamber Nite, 5-7 p.m., hosted by Security Supply, 50 Roberts Dr., North Adams. Remember to bring your business card to enter a drawing to win a door prize.

GREATER CHICOPEE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

www.chicopeechamber.org

(413) 594-2101

• Oct. 18: Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Salute Breakfast with Kay Simpson of the Springfield Museums, 7:15-9 a.m., hosted by Collegian Court, 89 Park St., Chicopee. Sponsored by the Arbor Kids and Westfield Bank. Cost: $23 for members, $28 for non-members, including breakfast buffet. Sign up online at chicopeechamber.org/events.

• Oct. 19: Oktoberfest Collaborative Event with Young Professional Society of Greater Springfield, 5-7 p.m., hosted by Munich Haus Biergarten, 13 Center St., Chicopee. Free to YPS and chamber members. Call (413) 594-2101 for more information.

• Oct. 26: Lunch & Learn: New Marijuana Legislation, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., hosted by Residence Inn, 500 Memorial Dr., Chicopee. Sponsored by the Greater Chicopee Chamber and Residence Inn of Springfield/Chicopee. Cost: $30 for members, $35 for non-members, including lunch. Sign up online at chicopeechamber.org/events.

GREATER EASTHAMPTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

www.easthamptonchamber.org

(413) 527-9414

• Oct. 25: The Hampshire County Tourism Council will launch its new tourism guide at Northampton Country Club, 135 Main St., Leeds, 5-7 p.m. For more information, visit www.easthamptonchamber.org or call the chamber at (413) 527-9414.

• Nov. 1: Hampshire County Business Bash, 5-7 p.m., hosted by Lord Jeff Inn, 30 Boltwood Ave., Amherst. This event, a partnership of the chambers of commerce of Easthampton, Amherst, and Northampton, is sponsored by Duseau Trucking and the Lord Jeff Inn. It offers members a unique opportunity to showcase their business to a regional audience. For more information, visit www.easthamptonchamber.org, or call the chamber office at (413) 527-9414.

GREATER HOLYOKE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

www.holyokechamber.com

(413) 534-3376

• Oct. 18: Chamber After Hours, 5-7 p.m., hosted and sponsored by Westfield Bank, 1642 Northampton St., Holyoke. Business networking event. Refreshments, 50/50 raffle, and door prizes. Cost: $10 members, $15 for guests. Call the chamber at (413) 534-3376 to register, or sign up at holyokechamber.com.

• Oct. 25: Holyoke Chamber Business Person of the Year/Volunteer of the Year Award Dinner, 6 p.m, hosted by Delaney House, Country Club Way, Holyoke. Social hour 6-7 p.m., followed by dinner at 7 p.m. A celebratory dinner honoring the 2017 Business Persons of the Year: Michael Hamel, owner of Hamel’s Creative Catering and the Summit View Banquet and Meeting House, and the Henry A. Fifield Volunteer of the Year, Harry Montalvo, Community Development specialist at bankESB. Cost: $65. Register online at holyokechamber.com, or call the chamber at (413) 534-3376.

GREATER NORTHAMPTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

www.explorenorthampton.com

(413) 584-1900

• Oct. 19: “Microsoft Excel: Tips, Tricks, & Shortcuts,” 9-11 a.m., presented by Pioneer Training, hosted by Greater Northampton Chamber of Commerce, 99 Pleasant St., Northampton. This workshop will present tips, tricks, and shortcuts that we have collected and developed over 20 years of teaching and using Microsoft Excel. Participants are encouraged to bring laptops and follow along with the instructor, but this is not required. Pre-registration is required, and space is limited. Cost: $35 for members, $45 for non-members. To register, visit goo.gl/forms/My7lF9Xk1aB7xg0Q2.

• Oct. 24: Start Your Business, 9 a.m. to noon, at TD Bank, 175 Main St., Northampton. Presented by SCORE of Western MA. This three-hour workshop will help you clearly understand the details, challenges, opportunities, and rewards of owning and operating your own business. This workshop is a suggested prerequisite to our Business Planning Workshop. Cost: $25. RSVP, as space is limited. To register online, visit westernmassachusetts.score.org/content/take-workshop-38.

SPRINGFIELD REGIONAL CHAMBER

www.springfieldregionalchamber.com

(413) 787.1555

Oct. 27: Super 60, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., hosted by Chez Josef, 176 Shoemaker Lane, Agawam. The 28th annual Super 60 awards luncheon celebrates the success of the fastest-growing privately owned businesses in the region. Cost: $60 for members in advance, $75 for non-members. Reservations for all Chamber events may be made online at www.springfieldregionalchamber.com.

WEST OF THE RIVER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

www.ourwrc.com

(413) 426-3880

• Oct. 19: Networking Lunch, noon to 1:30 p.m., hosted by Cal’s Woodfired Grill, West Springfield. 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 to attend is the cost of your lunch. Attendees will order off the menu and pay separately that day. We cannot invoice you for these events. Register online at [email protected].

• Oct. 25: Food Fest West, 5:30-8 p.m., hosted by Springfield Country Club, West Springfield. Local restaurants show off their cuisine at this well-attended event. Vote for your favorite restaurant or enjoy a cigar on the patio of Springfield Country Club. A DJ, raffle, and entertainment round out this event. Proceeds raised by Food Fest West will go toward the Partnership for Education and the WRC Educational Fund, which provides grants to businesses for on-the-job training and continuing-education needs. Cost: $25 in advance, $35 at the door. Tickets may be purchased online by visiting www.westoftheriverchamber.com. For more information about this event, contact the chamber office at (413) 426-3880 or e-mail [email protected].

• Nov. 8: Multi Chamber Night of Networking & Open House, 5-7 p.m., hosted by Mercedes-Benz of Springfield, Burnett Road, Chicopee. Join us for an evening of networking with the Springfield Regional Chamber as we welcome our newest member to the community, Mercedes-Benz. Cost: $10 for members. Register online at www.westoftheriverchamber.com. For more information, call the chamber at (413) 426-3880.

• Nov. 16: Lunch N Learn Seminar – How to Promote your Business on Social Media, noon to 1:30 p.m., hosted by the Carriage House at Storrowton Tavern, 1305 Memorial Ave., West Springfield. Enjoy lunch while learning about the do’s and don’ts of promoting one’s business on social media, including best practices, target audience, boosting, and other aspects of promotion. Cost: $30 per member or guest. Register online at www.westoftheriverchamber.com. For more information, contact the chamber at (413) 426-3880 or [email protected].

YOUNG PROFESSIONAL SOCIETY OF GREATER SPRINGFIELD

www.springfieldyps.com

• Oct. 18: Professional Breakfast Series: “The EQ Exchange,” 7:30-9 a.m, hosted by the Colony Club in Tower Square, Springfield. Use emotional intelligence to manage your boss. Cost: free for members, $15 for non-members.

• Oct. 19: Oktoberfest Third Thursday with Chicopee Chamber of Commerce, 5-7 p.m., hosted by Munich Haus. Join us for live music, light appetizers, and networking. Cost: free for members, $10 for non-members.

Agenda

By BusinessWest Staff October 17, 2017

Agenda Departments

Springfield Symphony Orchestra 2017-18 Season

Through May 19, 2018: An evening with the Springfield Symphony Orchestra (SSO) is more than a musically memorable experience. To attend an SSO concert is to be part of a rich cultural tradition. Single tickets and subscriptions, including the SSO’s new pops-oriented Wild Card 4 package, are on sale now for the SSO’s 74th season. The public may purchase tickets by visiting the box office at 1441 Main St., Springfield (ground-floor level in the TD Bank Building), or calling (413) 733-2291. The season began Oct. 14 and runs through May 19, 2018. In addition to offering its traditional subscriber options, which include four to all seven of its classical performances, the SSO has introduced the new Wild Card 4 package. Perfect for fans of the pops, the new subscription package includes all three special events — “Holiday Extravaganza with the Grinch,” “Star Wars & Star Trek Sci-Fi Spectacular,” and a performance by the Texas Tenors — as well as one classical performance of the subscriber’s choice. For the opening-night concert on Oct. 14, the SSO and Kevin Rhodes, its longtime music director and conductor, presented selected works of celebrated composers Rossini, Prokofiev, and Brahms, featuring guest pianist Claire Huangci. Next up, on Nov. 4, guest cellist Julian Schwarz joins the musicians for “Viva America,” a toe-tapping nod to American masters Gershwin, Copeland, Bernstein, and Liebermann. Then, on Dec. 9, the Springfield Symphony Chorus joins the orchestra for the much-anticipated “Holiday Extravaganza.” Both this festive show and “Star Wars & Star Trek Sci-Fi Spectacular,” the season’s second special event (March 3, 2018), feature interactive family fun. For the season’s third and final special event on April 21, 2018, the SSO will bring audiences the Texas Tenors, a popular vocal trio whose signature crossover style has topped Billboard charts. The group’s widely viewed debut on NBC’s America’s Got Talent quickly led to a worldwide concert tour and a 2014 PBS special, “You Should Dream,” which earned three Emmy Awards. Free parking at three downtown garages is available to all attending an SSO concert. Subscribers, whether they choose a classical package or the Wild Card 4, enjoy additional benefits, including savings of up to 20% over single-ticket purchases and exclusive access to special events. An SSO subscription makes an ideal holiday gift for friends and family members of all ages. For more information on SSO subscriptions, single-ticket sales, or the 2017-18 concert series, call the SSO box office at (413) 733-2291 or visit springfieldsymphony.org.

Hoarding Conference

Oct. 18: To promote greater understanding of research and treatment for hoarding disorder, a conference titled “Hoarding Disorder: Recovery Is Real” will take place from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Hadley Farms Meeting House, 41 Russell St., Hadley. Jesse Edsell-Vetter, stabilization case manager, Metropolitan Boston Housing Partnership Hoarding Team, will be the keynote speaker. CEUs will be offered for licensed professionals. Funding for the conference is being provided by a grant from the Center for Human Development. According to the American Psychiatric Assoc., people with hoarding disorder excessively save items that others may view as worthless. Typically, they save random items they feel have value or that they may need in the future. Their persistent difficulty parting with possessions leads to clutter that disrupts their ability to use their living or work spaces. People with hoarding disorder often feel safer surrounded by the things they save, but items can fill, block, and clutter active living spaces at home. Hoarding can cause problems in social or work settings, too, including hindering a productive and safe environment. Serious hoarding can lead to fire hazards, tripping hazards, and health-code violations, as well as interpersonal strain and conflict, isolation, and loneliness. “Contrary to negative pop-culture portrayals, people who have accumulated a problematic amount of possessions tend to be creative, intelligent, and resourceful,” said Lee Shuer, a consultant with Mutual Support and the creator of WRAP for Reducing Clutter. “Such people are mostly just unsuccessful in the pursuit of moderation, although some people call us the ‘H’ word: hoarders. I call myself a finder/keeper because hoarding has become such a derogatory label, helped in no small part by sensational reality TV shows. People like us who acquire and keep too much stuff are stuck, hung up on something emotional, something unseen beneath the surface of life. What can be seen is merely the tip of the iceberg. It’s complicated. But hoarding disorder is real, and so is recovery.”

Homework House 10-year Celebration

Oct. 19: Homework House is celebrating its 10-year anniversary this year, and it will mark the occasion with a 10th Anniversary Celebration and Fund-raising Breakfast from 7:45 to 9:15 a.m. at the Log Cabin in Holyoke to share its story and inspire the financial resources Homework House needs to sustain its programs for the next 10 years and beyond. The anniversary breakfast’s theme is “A Decade of Inspiring Children, Supporting Families, and Transforming Community,” which reflects the broad ripple effect that occurs as a result of children’s participation in Homework House’s academic after-school and summer programming. Founded by retired educators Sr. Maureen Broughan and Sr. Jane Morrissey, Homework House promotes educational success through free, individualized tutoring and mentoring for children. Featuring a program that will highlight the stories of Homework House alumni, parents, and stakeholders, the breakfast will reflect on the powerful work of the past 10 years while looking forward to Homework House’s continued growth. The breakfast is free and will feature a focused ask for donations. Community members interested in attending the event or taking a leadership role as a table captain can register by visiting www.homeworkhousetenth.com.

Healthcare Heroes

Oct. 19: BusinessWest and the Healthcare News will present the inaugural Healthcare Heroes Awards at the Starting Gate at GreatHorse in Hampden. This new recognition program was created by the twin publications to recognize outstanding achievement across the region’s broad and diverse healthcare sector. From a pool of 70 nominations, panel of judges chose eight winners in seven categories, who were profiled in the Sept. 4 issue of BusinessWest, the September issue of HCN, and at businesswest.com. American International College and Trinity Health Of New England are the presenting sponsors of Healthcare Heroes. Partner sponsors are Achieve TMS East, HUB International New England, and Health New England. Additional sponsors are Bay Path University, Baystate Health, Elms College, Renew.Calm, and Cooley Dickinson Health Care. This event is sold out.

Dress for Success Panel

Oct. 24: Area employers and human-resource professionals are invited to join Dress for Success of Western Massachusetts for a panel discussion about breaking down the barriers that stand between the region’s workforce and sustained employment. With sponsorship support from the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, United Personnel, Sperion Staffing, Armbrook Village, and Western MA HRMA, the event will be held from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield. Tickets for the event cost $25 and may be purchased online at westernmassachusettsdressforsuccess.org or by calling (860) 638-8980.

Business & Innovation Expo of Western Mass.

Nov. 2: Comcast Business will present the Business & Innovation Expo of Western Mass. at the MassMutual Center in downtown Springfield, produced by BusinessWest and the Healthcare News. The seventh annual business-to-business show will feature more than 150 exhibitor booths, educational seminars, breakfast and lunch programs, and a day-capping Expo Social. Current sponsors include Comcast Business (presenting sponsor), Johnson & Hill Staffing Services, Wild Apple Design Group, and Meyers Brothers Kalicka, P.C. (executive sponsors), Inspired Marketing and Go Graphix (show partners), MGM Springfield (corporate sponsor), Isenberg School of Management at UMass Amherst (education sponsor), Xfinity (social sponsor), Elms College (information booth sponsor), Smith & Wesson (Workforce Support Center sponsor), Savage Arms (JoinedForces parking sponsor), WMAS, WHMP, Rock 102 & Lazer 99.3, and MassLive (media partners), and the Better Business Bureau and Cartamundi (contributing sponsors). Exhibitor spaces are available; booth prices start at $800. For more information on booth purchase, call (413) 781-8600, ext. 100.

ToGetHerThere Awards

Nov. 3: Girl Scouts of Central and Western Massachusetts (GSCWM) announced the recipients of the inaugural ToGetHerThere Awards. The five award recipients have a shared vision of creating a culture of creativity and caring, where young women feel confident in their ability to work hard, dream big, and face with courage any obstacle that stands in the way of making their dreams come true. The winners have affected hundreds of lives and serve as role models for other organizations grappling with how to support underserved members in their communities. The awardees are:

• Entrepreneur: Cassandra Abramson, president and founder, ECi Stores;

• Financial Literacy: Amy Roberts, vice president of Human Resources, Balise Auto Group;

• Health & Wellness: Katie Gauvin, regional safety director, SODEXO; major, Logistics Readiness Squadron, 104th Fighter Wing, Barnes Air National Guard Base;

• Man Enough to Be a Girl Scout: Timothy Murphy, Esq., partner, Skoler, Abbott & Presser, P.C.; and

• STEM: Martha Baker, associate dean, College of Natural Sciences, UMass Amherst.

Girl Scouts of Central and Western Massachusetts will honor the winners at the ToGetHerThere Awards Luncheon at the Tower Square Hotel (formerly the Springfield Marriott). Tickets are $50 each or tables of 10 for $500. To order tickets and for more info on each awardee, visit www.gscwm.org/en/events/special-events/TGHTA.html or contact Melanie Bonsu at (413) 584-2602, ext. 3623, or [email protected].

Court Dockets

By BusinessWest Staff October 17, 2017

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

Donald Kendal v. Home Depot USA Inc. and Electric Eel Manufacturing Co.

Allegation: Personal injury: $9,092.37

Filed: 9/15/17

FRANKLIN SUPERIOR COURT

Jess Douglas v. Monahan Trucking, LLC

Allegation: Failure to pay prevailing wage: $90,000

Filed: 8/9/17

HAMPDEN DISTRICT COURT

Steven Kinsley v. Dave’s Sheet Metal Inc.

Allegation: Motor-vehicle negligence causing injury: $6,488.13

Filed: 9/6/17

Insignia Inc. d/b/a The Sign Center v. Universal Wilde Inc.

Allegation: Money owed for goods sold and delivered: $10,436.48

Filed: 9/15/17

American Builders and Contractors Supply Co. Inc. d/b/a ABC Supply Co. Inc. v. Brian E. Drenen d/b/a Southwick Builders

Allegation: Money owed for goods sold and delivered, unjust enrichment, breach of credit documents: $7,183.76

Filed: 9/15/17

HAMPDEN SUPERIOR COURT

Fanony Montoya-Plavan and Caleb Plavan v. Allegra Daniela Deucher, M.D.; Alice M. Shin, M.D.; and Olivia H. Chang, M.D.

Allegation: Medical malpractice: $231,000

Filed: 9/7/17

Brenda Morales v. City of Springfield

Allegation: Motor-vehicle negligence causing injury: $29,941

Filed: 9/12/17

67 Market Street, LLC v. Service Experts of the Berkshires, LLC; Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning – Massachusetts, LLC; and Berkshire Air Conditioning, LLC

Allegation: Money owed for services, labor, and materials: $225,000

Filed: 9/14/17

N.L. Construction Inc. v. DevelopSpringfield Corp. and 276 Bridge Street, LLC

Allegation: Money owed for services, labor, and materials: $253,894

Filed: 9/14/17

HAMPSHIRE DISTRICT COURT

Cornetta A. Young v. Realty Resources Chartered, LLC and Nash Hill Place

Allegation: Slip and fall causing injury: $6,995

Filed: 9/8/17

PALMER DISTRICT COURT

Shafiis’ Inc. d/b/a TigerPress v. Jamie Jordan d/b/a Stone Age Advertising and d/b/a Ad-Advantage and d/b/a Big Coaster

Allegation: Money owed for services: $10,973.82

Filed: 9/6/17

Picture This

By BusinessWest Staff October 17, 2017

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Hats Off to Square One

The 12th annual Square One Tea drew about 400 supporters who celebrated the work the provider of early-learning and family services does on behalf of thousands of families throughout the Greater Springfield region. “Year after year, we look forward to this wonderful opportunity to highlight the work we are doing and the impact that our programs and services have had on the thousands of children and parents who have been served by Square One,” President and CEO Joan Kagan said. “It is so gratifying to hear from our guests how much they enjoy being a part of this special day, and it’s always fun to see who is going to have the best hat.”

From left, Yvette Frisbee, Gladys Oyola, Joan Kagan, Denise Jordan, and Marian Sullivan.

From left, Ashley Kohl, Lamont Clemons, Lauri Doleva, Christine Dingler, and John Doleva

From left, Sam Edwards, Jennifer Sanchez, Justin Roberts, Lidya Rivera, and Angelo Puppolo

Keith Minoff Selected to Massachusetts Super Lawyers

By BusinessWest Staff October 17, 2017

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SPRINGFIELD — Attorney Keith Minoff has been selected to Massachusetts Super Lawyers for 2017. Super Lawyers selects attorneys based on peer nominations and evaluations combined with independent research. The final published list represents no more than 5% of Massachusetts lawyers.

Minoff has also been recognized by his peers for inclusion in the most recent edition of The Best Lawyers in America in the areas of commercial litigation and corporate law. He specializes in business litigation and employment law and also serves as a mediator with Minoff Mediation Solutions. He maintains a law office in Springfield.

MGM to Detail Contract Opportunities at Business & Innovation Expo

By BusinessWest Staff October 17, 2017

Daily News

SPRINGFIELD — One of the highlights of this year’s Business & Innovation Expo of Western Mass., produced by BusinessWest and the Healthcare News, comes from corporate sponsor MGM Springfield, which will showcase its contracting opportunities at the event on Thursday, Nov. 2 at the MassMutual Center.

MGM is committed to awarding agreements to regional and certified minority-, woman-, and veteran-owned businesses that provide quality, competitive products and services. The resort will have contracting opportunities in operating supplies, casino supplies, food and beverage supplies, food and beverages, hotel supplies, promotional print services, and more. To explain these, MGM will present two events during the Expo.

The first, “MGM Procurement Introduction,” runs from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. This session is an overview of the current needs of the resort, as well as general information about the new entertainment venue coming to the region, followed by questions and answers from the audience. Speakers will include Alex Dixon, MGM Springfield general manager, and Stacey Taylor, MGM Resorts International senior vice president and chief procurement officer.

During the second seminar, “MGM Matchmaking,” from 1:15 to 3 p.m., various MGM sourcing managers will be on site to meet potential partners. Each session lasts 15 minutes and will feature a sourcing manager at a table with seven seats available to be filled by companies interested in pitching their specific service or product. Each business will have two minutes to share their elevator pitch and a capabilities statement. Open discussion will follow if time permits.

Advance registration is highly encouraged. There will be some open availability the day of the Expo; details will be shared at the morning MGM Procurement Introduction. To register your company in advance, click here.

The Business & Innovation Expo of Western Mass. will also feature more than 150 exhibitor booths, educational seminars, and a day-capping Expo Social. Current sponsors include Comcast Business (presenting sponsor), Johnson & Hill Staffing Services and Wild Apple Design Group (executive sponsors), Inspired Marketing (show partner), MGM Springfield (corporate sponsor), Isenberg School of Management at UMass Amherst (education sponsor), Xfinity (social sponsor), Elms College (information booth sponsor), Smith & Wesson (Workforce Support Center sponsor), Savage Arms (JoinedForces parking sponsor), and the Better Business Bureau (contributing sponsor).

Exhibitor spaces are still available; booth prices start at $800. For more information on booth purchase, call (413) 781-8600, ext. 100.

Harvard Medical School Neuroscientist to Speak at Bay Path Oct. 19

By BusinessWest Staff October 17, 2017

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LONGMEADOW — Cognitive neuroscientist and researcher Dr. Jonathan Jackson will host a presentation at Bay Path University on Thursday, Oct. 19 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in Breck Suite, located in Wright Hall on Bay Path’s Longmeadow campus. Jackson’s presentation will focus on current research findings in early detection and diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease, as well as discuss upcoming clinical trials that aim to prevent Alzheimer’s disease before symptoms are exhibited.

Jackson investigates the behavioral, genetic, neurological, physiological, and cognitive changes of normal aging as well as in individuals with Alzheimer’s disease. He has a particular interest in topics such as attentional control, episodic memory, the brain’s connectivity, subjective concerns, and health disparities. He received his PhD in psychological and brain sciences from Washington University in St. Louis and is now an instructor in Neurology with Harvard Medical School at Massachusetts General Hospital. When not in the lab, he speaks about clinical trials, health disparities, and Alzheimer’s disease.

This presentation is part of the Kaleidoscope series sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Assoc. Massachusetts/New Hampshire Chapter and Strategic Alliances at Bay Path University, which fosters openness, curiosity, and dialogue concerning issues and topics in the local and global communities. Registration is strongly encouraged and available at www.baypath.edu/events-calendar.

Valley Blue Sox to Host Fan-appreciation Celebration Oct. 19

By BusinessWest Staff October 17, 2017

Daily News

SPRINGFIELD — The Valley Blue Sox announced they will host a special fan-appreciation party on Thursday, Oct. 19 at 6 p.m. at La Quinta Inn & Suites at 100 Congress St. in Springfield. La Quinta is the presenting sponsor of the event, and admission is free and open to the general public.

Fans will be treated to free food and beer at the event as well as an opportunity to take free photos with the Faye Vincent Sr. Cup, awarded to the Blue Sox following their championship win in August. In addition, fans will have the opportunity to purchase Blue Sox 2017 NECBL championship T-shirts. They will also have a chance to grab an early-bird flex package that will include a free Blue Sox championship T-Shirt ($15 value) with the purchase of a 12-pack of 2018 flex tickets for $59.

“We like to give back to our fans whenever we get the right opportunity to do so,” said Blue Sox President Clark Eckhoff. “Coming off such a successful 2017 campaign, it’ll be a wonderful opportunity for fans and sponsors to interact with Blue Sox staff, get a chance to see the championship trophy up close and personal, and be able to get access to our championship gear on the spot.”

The Blue Sox won their first league title in franchise history in August, sweeping the Ocean State Waves in the championship series. The team enjoyed a rush of success off the field as well, finishing 10th overall in the nation in attendance among more than 250 summer collegiate baseball teams.

“Our success this year was a great achievement — but it’s a shared success,” said Blue Sox General Manager Hunter Golden. “Our sponsors have stepped up to support us, and our fans are the driving force in everything we do, so we want to make sure they get to share in the experience as well.”

The event, free and open to the public, will be held at the bar area in the main lobby of La Quinta, which is sponsoring the event. Free food will be provided by the hotel, and door prizes will be given away over the course of the evening.

Opinion: Ratner Backlash a Clear Sign of the Times

By BusinessWest Staff October 17, 2017

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Over his four decades of selling pet food, soda, and a lot of other things, Dave Ratner has proven himself to be a very good retailer and an extremely smart businessperson.

Smart enough to know that it’s never, ever a good idea to mix business with politics.

He didn’t think he was doing that when he went to the White House recently to attend the signing of a measure he pushed hard for as a member of the National Retail Federation, one that would give small-business owners more flexibility in purchasing health insurance.

Ratner went to the White House not knowing this would be far from the only matter to be commemorated on a day when President Trump would sign an executive order peeling back portions of the Affordable Care Act (ACA).

The measure backed by the National Retail Federation had really nothing to do with the executive order on the ACA, but that doesn’t matter in these days of almost unprecedented polarization among Americans. Ratner was standing right behind the president on a day when health insurance for millions of Americans became clouded by question marks.

And that was more than enough to convince some people they had to buy their dog food somewhere else — or buy it at the same place, but not before giving Ratner and his staff an earful.

In a letter to the Republican recently, Ratner claimed he was duped by the White House and called himself an “idiot” for putting himself in what was obviously the wrong place at the wrong time — at least if you claim, as Ratner does, that he doesn’t support the president or the changes to the ACA.

He can be hard on himself on himself if he wants, especially amid his contention that he was only being respectful to the office of the president in showing up in the first place.

We prefer to view this episode as a clear sign of the times. Americans are divided, they are angry, and they want to vent. And often, they vent before they know the whole story or before they really listen to what is being said.

This is the way it is now, and the way it’s going to be for quite a while. We’d like to say there is a lesson in here somewhere, but we’re not sure there is. Like we said, Ratner wasn’t trying to mix business with politics, but they got mixed anyway.

Advanced Restoration Group Pledges $15,000 to Cancer House of Hope

By BusinessWest Staff October 16, 2017

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WEST SPRINGFIELD — Advanced Restoration Group, a fire and water restoration business based in Easthampton, has pledged $15,000 over three years to CHD Cancer House of Hope. Jason Gale, owner of Advanced Restoration Group, presented a check on Oct. 12 at Cancer House of Hope, located at 1999 Westfield St., West Springfield.

“We’re a young, growing business, and we wanted to become an active community partner by giving something back as a business,” Gale said. “My operations director, Amy Meo, reached out to Kim Lee from CHD, and together we all agreed that Cancer House of Hope was an ideal organization to support. It really is a wonderful connection because we’re all in the business of helping people. My company restores people’s homes and businesses after a disaster, and Cancer House of Hope restores people’s hope when they’re facing the life-altering impact of a cancer diagnosis.”

Advanced Restoration Group is targeting its donation to support A Night of Light, an annual fund-raising event for CHD Cancer House of Hope. “For A Night of Light, people purchase luminary bags, which are lit and placed on the Storrowton Village Green in West Springfield to remember those we have lost to cancer and honor those who are survivors,” said Joseph Kane, program director for Cancer House of Hope. This year, A Night of Light takes place on Thursday, Nov. 16 from 6 to 8 p.m.

“A Night of Light is a beautiful evening of music, remembrance, and hope that honors friends and loved ones and supports the many programs and services offered by Cancer House of Hope,” said Lee, vice president of Development for the Center for Human Development (CHD). “We are thrilled that Advanced Restoration Group is supporting Cancer House of Hope, and their generous donation will enable us to leverage the power created by A Night of Light, over and over.”

CHD Cancer House of Hope works to enhance the lives of people with cancer and those who care about them by providing emotional, educational, social, and spiritual support. The house provides a range of cancer-support services and relaxation programs at no cost to those who face this devastating disease.

Advanced Restoration Group serves Western Mass. and Connecticut with specialized services to restore homes and businesses that have been damaged by fire, water, mold, storms, or wind.

Golf FORE Health Raises More Than $104,000 for New Breast Center

By BusinessWest Staff October 16, 2017

Daily News

NORTHAMPTON — Friendly rivalry and a passion to support the new Breast Center at Cooley Dickinson brought more than 144 players, sponsors, and volunteers to the Orchards on Oct. 2. In its 28th year, the Golf FORE Health Tournament surpassed the event’s fund-raising goal, bringing in $104,000.

Beautiful New England fall weather made the perfect backdrop for a day of camaraderie and community. Players were challenged by a championship-level golf course peppered with refreshment stations and contests. On-course highlights included hot dogs and refreshments from the Friends of Cooley Dickinson, lobster rolls from the Smithsonian Chowder House, barbecue from Bub’s BBQ, and ice cream from Mt. Tom’s Ice Cream. An exciting new addition to the tournament, an air cannon, gave players the opportunity to fire golf balls towards the 8th hole.

This year’s major sponsors included M.J. Moran Inc., bankESB, Tom & Sue Hodgkins, and Pioneer Valley EMS. Proceeds supported the construction of the new Breast Center, ensuring critical breast-care needs will be met at Cooley Dickinson.

“Projects like the new Breast Center would not be possible without the support of our community, our volunteers, and the Golf FORE Health Committee, who worked tirelessly on the tournament for months securing sponsorships, raffle prizes, and participants,” said Diane Dukette, chief Development officer at Cooley Dickinson Hospital.

The event concluded with dinner at the clubhouse, a silent auction, and short speeches by tournament co-chairs Natalie Didonna and Pat Brough, Cooley Dickinson Health Care President and CEO Joanne Marqusee, and Dr. Michelle Helms of Cooley Dickinson Medical Group General Surgical Care, a self-described “passionate promoter” of breast health who will be integrating surgical services with the center.

“Cooley is committed to delivering compassionate and personalized care to every patient and family we serve,” Marqusee said. “The new Breast Center allows us to provide exceptional care in a patient-centered environment. We are truly grateful for all who participated and supported this year’s tournament.”

Past Golf FORE Health events have provided funding for the Massachusetts General Cancer Center at Cooley Dickinson Hospital (2013, 2014, and 2015), the Nursing Education Program (2012), the Locust Street Entrance Renovation (2011), the Cardiovascular Program (2010), the Emergency Department (2009), the Center for Midwifery Care (2008), and the Pediatric Hospitalist Program (2007).

Survivor Journeys Invites Community to Halloween Gala at Chez Josef

By BusinessWest Staff October 16, 2017

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AGAWAM — Survivor Journeys invites the community to the third annual Halloween Gala sponsored by Health New England and S. Prestley and Helen Blake, which will take place on Saturday, Oct. 28 at 6:30 p.m. at Chez Josef, 176 Shoemaker Lane, Agawam. The cost of the gala is $60 per person or $600 for a table of ten and includes dinner, music, and dancing. A cash bar will be available. Costumes are encouraged.

Survivor Journeys provides social and emotional support services to cancer survivors, their families, and caregivers. Services are built on collaboration with local providers and cancer survivors, along with regional and nationally recognized cancer organizations.

Survivor Journeys also announced that the organization will benefit from the generosity of the S. Prestley and Helen Blake Fund at the Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts, which has offered a $25,000 matching grant challenge to Survivor Journeys. The S. Prestley and Helen Blake Fund will match all funds raised, up to $25,000, by Survivor Journeys by Dec. 31.

Visit www.survivorjourneys.org to purchase individual tickets or tickets for a table of 10. Corporate sponsorships are available. E-mail [email protected] with any questions about sponsorships, support groups, or developing programs.

Western New England University Named a College of Distinction

By BusinessWest Staff October 16, 2017

Daily News

SPRINGFIELD — Western New England University is featured in the Colleges of Distinction guidebook, a widely used review publication that provides a discerning look at colleges throughout the U.S. Based on the judgments of guidance counselors, educators, and admissions professionals, the Colleges of Distinction guidebook honors colleges that excel in key areas of educational quality.

“Western New England University is excited that Colleges of Distinction has recognized our outstanding qualities and has again included us in the guidebook,” said Bryan Gross, vice president for Enrollment Management and Marketing at WNEU. “As one of the few small institutions in the country that has achieved the highest accreditation standards for business (AACSB), engineering (ABET), and law (ABA), the university successfully combines the highest standards of learning with one-on-one student attention in a vibrant and engaging community, and one that provides a quality experience, leading to successful outcomes.”

The university serves approximately 4,000 students, including 2,650 undergraduate students. In order to qualify for inclusion in the guidebook, WNEU was evaluated for its performance in the ‘four distinctions’: ‘engaged students,’ ‘great teaching,’ ‘vibrant communities,’ and ‘successful outcomes.’ Guidance counselors and admissions professionals around the country recommended Western New England highly in all four categories. The university was particularly noted for its active student body, devoted faculty, and academic programs based on developing collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Already recognized by Colleges of Distinction for its innovative approach to education, Western New England University has been honored further for its blending of the liberal arts with professional programming in business, education, and engineering. The 21st-century job market now demands employees who are both stellar communicators and critical-thinkers, and WNEU’s well-rounded approach to career development aims to prepare students to take on the post-graduation world.

“The single most important goal we set for ourselves at the university is to maintain the highest level of educational quality and to help assure the success of each of our students,” said Anthony Caprio, WNEU president. “At Western New England University, it is the high level of commitment to this goal that defines not only who we are, but also what we value as educators.”

Opinion: Don’t Try to Alter Dr. Seuss’ World

By BusinessWest Staff October 16, 2017

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We can’t say with any degree of certainty whether Theodor Geisel would appreciate all the controversy that’s been swirling about his work recently. But we think he probably would.

Throughout his career, he never shied away from politics or controversy, and, more than anyone else, he understood that his works were always a matter of interpretation and that people often saw in them what they wanted to see.

Don’t forget, it was Geisel, a.k.a. Dr. Seuss, who, in 1974, just a few days before President Richard Nixon resigned in the wake of the Watergate scandal, sent columnist Art Buchwald a copy of his book Marvin K. Mooney Will You Please Go Now! — with ‘Marvin K. Mooney’ crossed out and replaced with ‘Richard M. Nixon.’ Buchwald asked if Geisel if he could reprint it, and despite warnings from his publisher that this was probably not a good idea, Geisel gave his blessing to do so.

And that’s just one example of how the author eschewed the ‘play it safe’ and ‘let’s be careful not to offend anyone’ theory of the universe, one that has pretty much taken over life as we know it in 2017, where political correctness — or the endless pursuit of it — is the order of the day.

Which brings us to the recent controversy about Seuss and his work. First, a librarian in Cambridge refused to accept Dr. Seuss books given to her by the current First Lady, claiming that the author was a “tired and worn ambassador for children’s literature” and that his illustrations are “steeped in racist propaganda, caricatures, and harmful stereotypes.”

Next, three children’s authors said they would boycott a festival at the recently opened Seuss museum in the Quadrangle because of an image of a Chinese man on a mural at the museum, complete with chopsticks, one they said was a “jarring racial stereotype.”

In response, the museum’s leaders have said they will replace the mural with “a new image that reflects the wonderful characters and messages from Dr. Seuss’ later works.”

That decision didn’t sit well at all with Springfield Mayor Domenic Sarno, who called on the museum to consider leaving the offending mural in place. Meanwhile, restaurateur and developer Andy Yee, the son of Chinese immigrants, took offense at the proposed removal and, along with business partner Peter Picknelly, offered to buy the mural to display elsewhere.

“Where do we draw the line?” the mayor asked in his statement. “This is political correctness at its worst, and this is what is wrong with this country?”

As we said at the top, Theodor Geisel probably would have liked all this — and we’re just going to guess that he would be right there with the mayor on this one, saying, in essence, ‘my work is my work; interpret it how you will, and discuss it as you will.’

But we’re just speculating.

Actually, what Ted Geisel would do is not the issue here. It’s what the museum should do in this matter, and this is not an easy question to answer.

The new facility in the Quadrangle is called the Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum. His world was different from this one, and his world (and his works) certainly included a number of stereotypical images, many of which would be considered harmful to those who see them.

Does the museum present this world unvarnished, or does it take pains — as it looks like it will — to only show the parts of this world that probably (that’s probably) won’t offend anyone?

While we completely understand why the museum would take out the mural in question — this image may indeed be offensive to some Asians (if not Yee), and there are plenty of ‘safer’ images, for lack of a better term — this is a very slippery slope to start down, or continue down, because we started down it a long time ago.

If museums start removing art (and that’s what this is) that offends someone, anyone, then soon we’ll be looking at blank walls. It’s the same with books, statues, monuments, and buildings named after people.

Let the discussion continue. Theodor Geisel would have liked it, and he probably would have joined right in.

Country Bank Donates $7,250 to Local Schools

By BusinessWest Staff October 13, 2017

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WARE — Country Bank surprised 29 local schools, who participate in the bank’s Savings Makes Sense school banking program, with a $250 gift card to Staples, to help cover the cost of back-to-school supplies.

“We know how difficult it is for the schools to have the supplies they need when budgets become tight,” said Jodie Gerulaitis, vice president, Community Relations at Country Bank. “They are truly so grateful and appreciative of this gift.”

One principal noted, “this donation is greatly appreciated. The past few years, we have used the gift card to purchase signs and posters for the hallways, auditorium, and cafeteria to support our school-wide positive-behavior program. The components of ‘Be Safe, Be Responsible, Be Respectful, and Be a Learner’ are posted throughout the building as a visual reminder of the expectations, and it has had such a positive effect on the students. Thank you, Country Bank, for your continuous support.”

It has been reported that teachers annually spend about $250 of their own money, on average, to purchase items for their classrooms.

Plainridge Park Casino Releases First-year Economic Impacts

By BusinessWest Staff October 13, 2017

Daily News

HADLEY — The UMass Donahue Institute released an analysis of the impacts from Plainridge Park Casino’s first year of operation.

The Institute worked directly with the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) and Plainridge Park Casino (PPC) in Plainville to determine the economic footprint of PPC’s operations, including employment, wages, vendor spending, and fiscal impacts from taxes and other assessments paid to government. Researchers also analyzed how shifts in patron spending as a result of gaming expansion affected the state.

The economic impacts of a new casino opening in Massachusetts are not limited to the impacts of employees spending new wages in their communities. The casino also purchases goods and services from other firms, and state and local governments collect taxes and other assessments from the casino, allowing them to spend more than they would otherwise have been able to. Alternately, and as with any new attraction, some of PPC’s revenue is coming from consumers who previously spent their money at other Massachusetts businesses, and those businesses are affected by the loss of support.

Among the report’s highlights:

• In PPC’s first 12 full months of operation (July 2015 through June 2016), patrons spent approximately $172.5 million on gambling and non-gambling activities at the facility.

• The majority of patrons surveyed at PPC were identified as ‘recaptured’ patrons who would have spent their money gambling out of state had PPC not opened, while others were out-of-state visitors whose visit was prompted by the casino. Recaptured patrons are responsible for $100 million of the $172.5 million spent at PPC. Out-of-state residents spent $36 million at PPC. Another $36.6 million was spent by Massachusetts residents who otherwise would have spent their money elsewhere.

• The largest single source of new economic activity came from $81 million in taxes and assessments collected from the casino’s gross gaming revenue. Of those funds, $77.6 million in payments were made to various Massachusetts government entities, with $66.4 million given directly to cities and towns in the form of local aid.

• PPC created approximately 556 new jobs at the casino and $17.8 million in wages. In total, PPC created or supported 2,417 jobs in the Commonwealth with 1,633 jobs in the private sector.

• PPC supported $19.1 million in spending on vendors, membership organizations, and charitable causes.

• Visitors to PPC spent an estimated $3.2 million in the Plainville area in the course of visiting the casino.

“The principal motivation for the Legislature in crafting the gaming law was to recapture the approximately $1 billion spent annually by Massachusetts residents at out-of-state casinos,” said MGC Chairman Steve Crosby. “This report demonstrates emphatically that we are in the process of accomplishing that important objective.”

City of Springfield to Recognize Unify Against Bullying on Oct. 16

By BusinessWest Staff October 13, 2017

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SPRINGFIELD — Springfield Mayor Dominic Sarno and representatives of Unify Against Bullying will hold a ceremony on Monday, Oct. 16 at 2:15 p.m. on the steps of City Hall. Sarno, on behalf of the city, will extend congratulations to Unify Against Bullying in recognition of its participation in National Bullying Prevention Month, and will proclaim Oct. 16 “Unify Against Bullying day”.

Unify Against Bullying’s mission is to bring an end to bullying through the celebration of true diversity. There are countless children waging quiet battles against bullying. Many believe they are alone. The organization wants these children to know they are far from alone, supported by a loving, caring community of fellow students, teachers, parents, brothers, sisters, business leaders, and others.

State Awards HCC $229,500 for New Culinary Arts Institute

By BusinessWest Staff October 13, 2017

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HOLYOKE — The HCC MGM Culinary Arts Institute got a big boost yesterday from the governor’s office with the awarding of a $229,500 grant for the purchase of computer and kitchen equipment for the new downtown training facility, which is expected to open next month.

During an appearance at Nashoba Valley Technical High School in Westford, Gov. Charlie Baker announced a total of $9.5 million in Workforce Skills Capital Grants to 32 community colleges, high schools, and educational institutions to enhance and expand career training programs like the ones Holyoke Community College (HCC) will be operating at the Cubit Building on the corner of Race and Appleton streets in the city’s Innovation District.

“These Skills Capital Grants will help boost our economy and equip students with new skills, knowledge, and experience with state-of-the-art equipment across the Commonwealth,” Baker said. “We look forward to continuing our work with these 32 institutions and previous awardees to enhance their programs and develop a skilled workforce ready to meet the needs of the Commonwealth.”

The HCC grant will be used to buy 32 computer workstations, networking infrastructure, and software programs unique to hospitality- and culinary-industry workplaces, as well as kitchen equipment such as refrigerators, grill and fry tables, ice machines, skillets, griddles, steamers, and dishwashers.

“All the items purchased with the grant will directly support workforce training for occupations within the growing hospitality and culinary-arts industry of Western Massachusetts, including preparing workers for MGM Springfield, one of our major employer partners,” said Amy Dopp, HCC’s interim vice president of Institutional Advancement. She said the new equipment will allow the college to increase the number of seats available in its credit and non-credit programs and be able to customize instruction to meet the needs of local employers.

Construction of the HCC MGM Culinary Arts Institute, which will occupy nearly 20,000 square feet on the first and second floors of the Cubit Building, is expected to completed in late November, with non-credit workforce-training programs beginning in December. HCC’s credit programs in hospitality and culinary arts will relocate from the main campus to the new facility for the beginning of the spring 2018 semester.

Gándara Center’s Project Health to Host HIV/AIDS Vigil Today

By BusinessWest Staff October 13, 2017

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SPRINGFIELD — The Gándara Center’s Project Health program will host its 20th annual HIV/AIDS Vigil for the Springfield community today, Oct. 13 from 5 to 8 p.m. The vigil begins at the corner of Bancroft and Main streets, where a brief gathering will be followed by a march to the North End Youth Center, which will host bilingual community speakers, poets, jazz singers and other vocal performances, dancing, and more. The event concludes at 8 p.m. with a unity circle.

The Project Health HIV/AIDS vigil was created in 1997 bring HIV/AIDS awareness to the Springfield Latino community and honor those living with the disease. Additionally, October is National Latino HIV/AIDS Awareness Month, and this year AIDS Awareness Day will be celebrated on Sunday, Oct. 15.

“The vigil was really a way to shed light on those who live with these conditions and let them know they aren’t alone,” said Gándara Center’s Project Health Program Director Jesus Aguirre. “HIV is not a death sentence, but it’s about a healthier way of living. The vigil provides awareness and education in the community in hopes of helping to prevent spreading HIV.”

For the past 20 years, Gándara Center’s Project Health program has provided bilingual case-management services for individuals in the Springfield area who are HIV-positive or have AIDS. Case managers help those living with HIV/AIDS to access medical, mental health, and addiction treatment and provide education to maintaining a healthy, positive lifestyle.

This event is free and open to the public; all are welcome to walk in the vigil or participate in the festivities at the North End Youth Center. For additional information about the vigil or Project Health, call Program Director Jesus Aguirre at (413) 732-2120.

MBK Launches New Website Featuring Western Mass. Imagery

By BusinessWest Staff October 12, 2017

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HOLYOKE — Meyers Brothers Kalicka, P.C. announced the launch of its new website. Featuring dramatic original photography of the Pioneer Valley, mbkcpa.com is a written and visual depiction of MBK’s core mission to serve individuals, businesses, and organizations throughout Western Mass. and beyond. A firm with deep roots, MBK takes a fresh perspective on why it does business in this community and declares its belief in the power and potential of the region.

“We’re very happy with the way the new site highlights our commitment to the individuals and businesses in Western Massachusetts,” said MBK Partner James Barrett. “We work with many local, independent, and family-owned businesses and are always inspired and energized by the strength of community found here in the Pioneer Valley. Our hope was to render this sentiment not only through words, but through a compelling visual representation as well. This new site reflects our passion for our clients, staff, and our community as we move toward the next generation here in Western Mass.”

CNBC Commentator Ron Insana to Keynote Expo Lunch Event

By BusinessWest Staff October 12, 2017

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SPRINGFIELD — The Business & Innovation Expo of Western Mass., the seventh annual business-to-business show produced by BusinessWest and the Healthcare News, slated for Thursday, Nov. 2 at the MassMutual Center, will present a lunch event featuring keynote speaker Ron Insana, senior analyst and commentator with CNBC.

Titled “Trumponomics,” Insana’s talk will address how Washington will affect the economy in the years ahead. As the U.S. and global economies move toward recovery, Insana will apply his journalistic perspective to how Wall Street, Main Street, and Washington shape what the new normal means for everyone.

The event runs from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., with check-in starting at 11:30 a.m. The cost is $25. To register, visit www.wmbexpo.com.

A financial journalist with the experience of working for and running his own hedge fund, Insana offers clear insights on the ever-changing status of the economy. Currently host of a nationally syndicated daily radio show in addition to his roles at CNBC, he has access to the top financial players in Washington and on Wall Street and translates the market signals and political maneuvers into information everyone understands. His hands-on experience in the financial industry — through some of the markets’ most turbulent times — give an added depth of perspective. He offers practical advice on what individuals and businesses can and should do now to protect what they have and to find opportunities in any type of market condition. Insana is the author of Traders’ Tales, The Message of the Markets, TrendWatching, and most recently How to Make a Fortune from the Biggest Bailout in U.S. History: A Guide to the 7 Greatest Bargains from Main Street to Wall Street.

The Expo will feature more than 150 exhibitor booths, educational seminars, breakfast and lunch programs, and a day-capping Expo Social. Current sponsors include Comcast Business (presenting sponsor), Johnson & Hill Staffing Services and Wild Apple Design Group (executive sponsors), Inspired Marketing (show partner), MGM Springfield (corporate sponsor), Isenberg School of Management at UMass Amherst (education sponsor), Xfinity (social sponsor), Elms College (information booth sponsor), Smith & Wesson (Workforce Support Center sponsor), Savage Arms (JoinedForces parking sponsor), and the Better Business Bureau (contributing sponsor). Additional sponsorship opportunities are available. Exhibitor spaces are also available; booth prices start at $800. For more information on sponsorships or booth purchase, call (413) 781-8600, ext. 100.

Women’s Fund Slates Young Women’s Initiative Kickoff for Oct. 18

By BusinessWest Staff October 12, 2017

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SPRINGFIELD — The Women’s Fund of Western Massachusetts (WFWM) will host its inaugural Young Women’s Initiative (YWI) Kickoff on Wednesday, Oct. 18 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the UMass Center at Springfield. Christine Monska, new program officer for Leadership Programs with WFWM, will host the city-wide youth event to highlight some of the key issues girls and young women face in the city of Springfield, and what the organization’s Young Women’s Advisory Council (YWAC) plans to do about it.

Parents, teachers, community supporters, and champions are encouraged to bring a young person in their life to this event. The kickoff celebration is free and open to the public, and refreshments will be available. Opening remarks will be delivered by Springfield City Councilor Justin Hurst. This program features young women leaders working together with adult mentors to create a road map for their collective futures. The kickoff will center the voices of Springfield young women in their own leadership development. To RSVP, e-mail Ellen Moorhouse at [email protected] by Monday, Oct. 16.

The Young Women’s Initiative (YWI) Springfield Partnership is a groundbreaking initiative aimed at driving economic prosperity for young women. YWI is led by a coalition of eight women’s foundations across the U.S. The Women’s Fund of Western Massachusetts is piloting the Springfield Partnership, a unique program that will produce systems change on behalf of young women in the region’s largest city.

“I am thrilled to join the Women’s Fund as our transformative leadership programs expand to include young women,” said Monska. “When young women and girls utilize their voices to become leaders in their community, our nation becomes one step further to achieving gender equity. I am honored to lead a program dedicated to fostering greater opportunity for Springfield’s young women and girls.”

Monska comes to the WFWM with extensive experience in program and curriculum development, capacity building, and advocacy for gender-inclusive policymaking at the international, national, and local levels. As a Western Mass. native who served as a district director for state Sen. Ben Downing and commissioner for the Berkshire County Commission on the Status of Women, she brings deep understanding of the structural barriers young women and girls continue to face in the community. She remains the Continuing Education advisor for Bard Microcollege in Holyoke, the nation’s first college for low-income women whose educations have been disrupted by pregnancy or other barriers to four-year degree programs and career opportunities.

Monska earned her master’s degree in global affairs, international law and human rights at New York University, Harvard Business School’s HBX CORe focusing on business analytics and financial accounting, and a bachelor’s degree in government from Smith College.

MGM Springfield Welcomes Marketing and Communications Staff

By BusinessWest Staff October 12, 2017

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SPRINGFIELD — MGM Springfield announced the team that will oversee its marketing, advertising, and communications efforts, welcoming Sarah Moore as vice president of Marketing, Advertising & Retail and Saverio Mancini as director of Communications.

“I’m very excited about the team we continue to assemble to lead MGM Springfield,” MGM Springfield President Michael Mathis said. “I’m especially pleased that we were able to recruit New England natives and industry veterans for these two important positions. Moore and Mancini bring an abundance of experience to our resort that is exceeded only by their passion for our vision and their understanding of Springfield’s rich heritage.”

Moore assumes responsibility for the development and execution of strategic marketing plans and overall brand management as well as oversight of retail operations and leased outlets. She joins the MGM Springfield team with more than a decade of experience at MGM Resorts International. Most recently, she was responsible for the marketing, advertising, and retail strategy for the newly opened MGM National Harbor. She previously worked as Brand Marketing director and director of Sustainable Operations at MGM Resorts for more than five years. Prior to that, she was on the opening teams for ARIA, Vdara, and Crystals at CityCenter, all in Las Vegas. She is a graduate of Roger Williams University with a bachelor’s degree in marketing.

Mancini, who will work closely with Moore, will oversee the execution of external media and communications, as well as manage key brand corporate communications and public relations that support and enhance the image of MGM Springfield. He comes to MGM Springfield from Quinn & Hary Marketing in New London, Conn., where he was vice president of Public Relations. His client roster included Saybrook Point Inn & Spa, Old Saybrook, Conn.; Cape Arundel Cottage Preserve, Arundel, Maine; and the Connecticut Tourism Coalition. Before that, he spent nearly eight years managing and implementing successful communications and public-relations efforts for the pre-opening, grand opening, and subsequent expansions of Mohegan Sun in Connecticut.

He started his career as a weekly newspaper reporter, and his previous experience also included a stint as vice president in the Connecticut office of Boston-based Regan Communications. He earned his MBA in hospitality and marketing from Johnson and Wales University and his bachelor’s degree in communications sciences from the University of Connecticut.

Business & Innovation Expo Social to Feature Food Competition

By BusinessWest Staff October 11, 2017

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SPRINGFIELD — The Business & Innovation Expo of Western Mass., the seventh annual business-to-business show produced by BusinessWest and the Healthcare News, will conclude with the annual Expo Social from 3 to 5 p.m. — an event that will feature a new, tasty twist.

The social will include a “Best in Show” food-sampling competition. Those who register as Expo Social food exhibitors will be entered into the food competition. Expo attendees will vote for their favorite food item by dropping a token in the jar with the name of their chosen food exhibitor. Attendees are given one token each.

The “Best in Show” winner will be awarded with an advertising campaign in BusinessWest as well as editorial content in the magazine’s annual Restaurant Guide. Participants in the competition must be ready to serve their entry by 2:45 p.m., no exceptions. Vendors can register by clicking here.

The Expo, set for Thursday, Nov. 2 at the MassMutual Center, will also feature more than 150 exhibitor booths, educational seminars, breakfast and lunch programs, and a day-capping Expo Social. Current sponsors include Comcast Business (presenting sponsor), Johnson & Hill Staffing Services and Wild Apple Design Group (executive sponsors), Inspired Marketing (show partner), MGM Springfield (corporate sponsor), Isenberg School of Management at UMass Amherst (education sponsor), Xfinity (social sponsor), Elms College (information booth sponsor), Smith & Wesson (Workforce Support Center sponsor), Savage Arms (JoinedForces parking sponsor), and the Better Business Bureau (contributing sponsor). Additional sponsorship opportunities are available. Exhibitor spaces are also available; booth prices start at $800. For more information on sponsorships or booth purchase, call (413) 781-8600, ext. 100.

Jean Deliso Named to New York Life Chairman’s Council

By BusinessWest Staff October 11, 2017

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AGAWAM — Jean Deliso, CFP has been named a member of the 2017 Chairman’s Council of New York Life. Members of the elite Chairman’s Council rank in the top 3% of New York Life’s sales force of more than 12,000 licensed agents in sales achievement. Deliso has accomplished this level of achievement for six consecutive years.

Her passion for finance and strategic planning led to the creation of Deliso Financial and Insurance Services in 2000. She began her career in corporate accounting in Tampa, Fla., where she consulted with small-business owners on financial operations and maximizing performance.

Deliso has been a New York Life agent since 1995 and is associated with New York Life’s CT Valley General Office in Windsor, Conn. She is currently chairman of the board of the Baystate Health Foundation and a board member of the Community Music School of Springfield. She is past chairman of the board of the YMCA of Greater Springfield, past board member of AAA Pioneer Valley, and past trustee of the Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts and the advisory council at Bay Path University.

Deliso Financial and Insurance Services is not owned or operated by New York Life Insurance Co. or any of its affiliates.

I Found Light Against All Odds to Hold Masquerade Ball Gala Nov. 4

By BusinessWest Staff October 11, 2017

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SPRINGFIELD — I Found Light Against All Odds will present its first annual Masquerade Ball Gala on Saturday, Nov. 4. The festivities will include horse-and-carriage photos, food stations, presentations, and music.

The gala will take place at Chez Josef, 176 Shoemaker Lane, Agawam, from 6:30 to 11:30 p.m. Black ties and masks are encouraged. Tickets are $80 per person and can be purchased by clicking here.

The proceeds from this event will be used to award eight $500 scholarships and one $1,000 scholarship for the 2017-18 school year. The recipients will be formerly at-risk high-school seniors from nine different high schools in surrounding cities and towns who have overcome the darkness in their lives, found light in education, and are headed to college. The student from the community with the most attendees at the gala will be the one to receive the $1,000 scholarship.

Martha Rickson Joins Polish National Credit Union

By BusinessWest Staff October 11, 2017

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CHICOPEE — Martha Rickson has joined Polish National Credit Union as assistant vice president, retail sales administrator.

Rickson has more than 37 years of retail and commercial banking experience. In her new position, she looks forward to returning to her Wilbraham roots and to the opportunity to introduce Polish National Credit Union to the many customers and friends she has made over the years in that community and in Hampden, Palmer, and Monson as well.

Rickson is a graduate of Springfield Technical Community College, the American Banking Institute, and the New England School of Financial Studies at Babson College. During the course of her career, she was the recipient of the Western Mass Peer Choice Award and a Customer Service Award with national recognition by “Your Money.” She also developed an ongoing refer-a-friend program as a sales tool for attracting new retail business and initiated a financial-awareness education program for graduating high-school seniors. She has also served as treasurer of the Wilbraham Chamber of Commerce.

“Martha has gained a reputation for exceptional service and earning the trust of the community, and she also has the expertise to help change lives,” said James Kelly, president and CEO of Polish National Credit Union. “Her background in retail and commercial banking, complemented by her dedication to developing and maintaining rewarding customer relationships, will serve her well for continued success in her new role with us. We are pleased to have her on our team.”

Salons to Participate in Cut-A-Thon to Benefit Unify Against Bullying

By BusinessWest Staff October 10, 2017

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EAST LONGMEADOW — Western Mass. hair salons are helping to make a difference in the fight against bullying, one haircut at a time.

On Saturday, Oct. 21, salons across Western Mass. will participate in a one-day Cut-A-Thon to benefit Unify Against Bullying. Salons will donate proceeds from haircuts, blowouts, and styling to the anti-bullying organization. The salons will even offer temporary pink hair color, reflecting the signature color of Unify Against Bullying. In addition, each salon will add its own activities and promotions for the event.

“It’s a fun day for a great cause, and everyone leaves the salon feeling and looking fabulous, each in their own unique way. We love how each salon is embracing Unify Against Bullying and being creative in their vision for the Cut-A-Thon,” said Christine Maiwald, executive director of Unify Against Bullying.

Each participating salon will be the exclusive Unify Cut-A-Thon salon in its city or town. Salons that want to participate may contact Maiwald at [email protected].

To date, participating salons include Cutting Edge Salon & Day Spa, 975 Springfield St., Feeding Hills; Gasoline Alley, 250 Albany St., Springfield, Hair West, Spa West, 322-326 West Ave., Ludlow; New Decadence Hair Designers, 375 Franklin St., Melrose; and Siciliano Salon, 1362 Westfield St., West Springfield.

West of the River Chamber of Commerce Presents Food Fest West

By BusinessWest Staff October 10, 2017

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WEST SPRINGFIELD — The West of the River Chamber of Commerce announced its annual Food Fest West will be held Wednesday, Oct. 25 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at Springfield Country Club in West Springfield.

The event will feature a DJ, dancing, and food from area restaurants including Carrabba’s Italian Grill, Crestview Country Club, Hofbrauhaus, LPVEC, Main Street Deli, Nadim’s Restaurant, Partner’s Restaurant, Springfield Country Club, Sorrento’s Pizza, Souper Sweet Sandwich Shop, Storrowton Tavern, Tekoa Country Club, the Westfield State University culinary team, and more. Cigar Room II will be on hand so attendees can enjoy a cigar on the country club’s patio.

Proceeds raised by Food Fest West will benefit the Partnership for Education and the WRC Educational Fund, which provides grants to businesses for on-the-job training and continuing-education needs. Tickets are $25 in advance or $35 at the door. Tickets may be purchased online by visiting www.westoftheriverchamber.com.

AIC Announces Groundbreaking for New Facility

By BusinessWest Staff October 10, 2017

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SPRINGFIELD — American International College (AIC) announced the groundbreaking ceremony for its new educational facility will take place Wednesday, Oct. 18, starting at 3 p.m. Guests and speakers include U.S. Rep. Richard E. Neal, Springfield Mayor Domenic Sarno, AIC President Vincent Maniaci, AIC board of trustees Chair Frank Colaccino; AIC Dean of Health Sciences Cesarina Thompson, and AIC Student Government Assoc. President Dante Raggio.

Located at 1020 State St., the building will house the college’s new exercise science programs in addition to expanded occupational therapy and physical therapy offerings. It is a complete remodel of the existing edifice and includes new construction. The one-level building will grow to a two-story structure totaling more than 20,000 square feet. Athletic-training programs will be introduced beginning in 2021.

Located in the geographic center of Springfield, this new facility complements the ongoing redevelopment of downtown by extending revitalization efforts up the State Street corridor to the Mason Square/Upper Hill neighborhood.

“With the increasing emphasis on health promotion, fitness, and disease prevention, there is a need to competitively prepare our students as exercise-science professionals who can practice in the growing areas of performance training and sports medicine in addition to the ever-expanding fields of occupational and physical therapy,” Thompson said. “This new facility will enhance the students’ educational experience, enabling them to be well-equipped to practice in an evolving and complex healthcare system.”

The state-of-the-art facility will boast a variety of lab, rehabilitation, and human-performance spaces, and will allow for clinical simulations. It will also contain classroom space and faculty offices.

Main Street Hospitality Group Grows Its Berkshires Portfolio

By BusinessWest Staff October 10, 2017

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STOCKBRIDGE — Sarah Eustis, CEO of Main Street Hospitality Group, announced the addition of a sixth hotel into the company’s portfolio with the acquisition of the Briarcliff Motel in Great Barrington.

“The addition of this property to the Main Street family reinforces our commitment to the Berkshires as stewards of a 50-year legacy of hospitality in the region,” said Eustis. “The Briarcliff is a perfect fit to our portfolio and an ideal complement to its sister hotels, and we are so grateful to Richard and Clare Proctor for entrusting its future with Main Street.”

Main Street Hospitality took ownership of the 16-room, 1960s-era Briarcliff Motel, located at 506 Stockbridge Road, earlier this month.

“Since Richard and I opened Briarcliff in 2011, we have found the Berkshires to be a great place to live and run a small, independently minded business, and we’re filled with gratitude to the many people we’ve met who have encouraged and helped us along the way,” said Clare Proctor. “It’s time for the next big step, both for us and for the Briarcliff, and we are delighted to be passing the place into the hands of Main Street Hospitality: a company who will continue to shepherd it forward under Sarah Eustis’ passionate leadership.”

The acquisition was financed by Lee Bank of Great Barrington, Eustis noted. “Lee Bank is a valued partner to Main Street Hospitality, and we appreciate the confidence their employees have in our business.”

Main Street Hospitality includes six properties, 275 rooms, and 350 employees in Western Mass. Its footprint now expands from its affiliate property Race Brook Lodge in Sheffield in the southern part of the county, to the Briarcliff in Great Barrington, through Stockbridge, home of the flagship Red Lion Inn and Maple Glen at the Red Lion Inn, to centrally located Hotel on North in Pittsfield and further up county to the Porches Inn at MASS MoCA in North Adams.

“Independent hoteliers are facing so many new challenges in managing and marketing their properties, especially in the face of growing competition from shared-economy companies like Airbnb and a proliferation of brands,” said Eustis. “As we to continue to evolve as an operator and developer of independent hotels both within and outside of the Berkshires, we’re finding a rich pipeline of opportunities to grow the Main Street portfolio further.”

Driving for the Cure Golf Tournament Raises Record Amount

By BusinessWest Staff October 6, 2017

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HADLEY — The Tom Cosenzi Driving for the Cure Charity Golf Tournament set a new fund-raising record by raising $131,300 to support Dr. Patrick Wen and his research colleagues in the Center for Neuro-Oncology at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.

The tournament was held on Aug. 21 at Twin Hills Country Club in Longmeadow and Elmcrest Country Club in East Longmeadow, followed by a dinner at Twin Hills Country Club attended by more than 300 guests. The dinner featured a performance by Noah Lis from The Voice along with John Dennis, celebrity emcee of the WEEI/NESN Jimmy Fund Radio-Telethon and featured a raffle and live and silent auctions. The event’s platinum sponsor was Edmunds.

The tournament was started by Carla and Tommy Cosenzi, co-presidents of TommyCar Auto Group, to honor the legacy of their father, Tom Cosenzi, who passed away from a glioblastoma in 2009 and dreamed of a cure for brain cancer. What started as a small, four-team tournament in 2009 has grown to become one of the largest charity tournaments in Western Mass., with more than 52 teams and 300+ participants.

Proceeds from tournament sponsorships help Dana-Farber researchers design novel clinical trials to test and develop targeted therapies that have not previously been studied in brain tumors, initiate several clinical trials in immunotherapy, and conduct groundbreaking basic research to guide new therapeutic approaches. Since its inception in 2009, the Tom Cosenzi Driving for the Cure Charity Golf Tournament has donated $830,712.

“Every year, I think it’s the best one yet,” said Carla Cosenzi. “However, I’m proud to say that our players and sponsors continue to come through, making each year more successful than the last.”

Visit tomcosenzidrivingforthecure.com for information about the 2018 tournament, which will mark the event’s 10th year.

New England Unemployment Rate Holds Steady in August

By BusinessWest Staff October 6, 2017

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BOSTON — The New England Information Office of the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) has released New England and state unemployment numbers for August 2017. These data are supplied by the Local Area Unemployment Statistics (LAUS) program, which produces monthly and annual employment, unemployment, and labor-force data for Census regions and divisions, states, counties, metropolitan areas, and many cities.

The New England unemployment rate was little changed at 4.0% in August. One year ago, the New England jobless rate was 3.9%. The U.S. jobless rate was little changed from July at 4.4%. No New England state had a significant over-the-year jobless rate change.

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Davis Foundation, Businesses Contribute $100,000 to VVM

Driving for the Cure Tourney Raises Record Amount

Thunderbirds Ink Marketing Partnership with Lottery

Big Y Looks to Combat Opioid-related Deaths

CATIC Relocates Office to Springfield

Pellegrini, Seeley, Ryan & Blakesley Gives $6,000 to Hurricane Relief

Florence Bank Ad Campaign Features Local Residents

AIC’s Freshman Class Second-largest in a Decade

Chicopee Savings Foundation Supports Dress for Success Boutique

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