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Volume 8 No. 11 “The function of a good newspaper, and therefore of a good journalist, is to see life steady and see it whole.” –– Charles Prestwich Scott Thursday, march 18, 2010

Schools face On your mark. Get set. Go!

$2 million gap
Committee will look at priorities
By Meaghan Glassett, Express Staff swers, but we are looking at
meaghan@whitmanexpress.com ways to do these things effi-
Parents of students en- ciently,” Gilbert-Whitner said.
rolled in the Whitman-Hanson Gilbert-Whitner said to
Regional School District came keep all the programs the
out in droves to ask questions school has this year again next
regarding the shortfall in the year, the district is facing a
Fiscal Year 2011 budget that $3.1 million deficit.
was presented the last week of School Committee mem-
January. bers voted to transfer $800,000
In January, the first draft from the reserve funds to go
budget presented was a four toward balancing the budget.
percent increase. Superinten- The district is allowed to have
dent Ruth Gilbert-Whitner five percent of their budget
said that the funding of the in reserves. However, there
budget comes from Chapter was only $1.6 million and the
70, Circuit Breaker and ath- committee voted to allocate
letic user fees. 50 percent toward balancing
Parents stated their con- the budget. The officials are
cerns over classroom sizes and now looking at how to close a
the possibility of cuts in other $3 million gap as opposed to a A RACE TO THE FINISH: Whitman-Hanson Regional High School Girl’s track coach Brendon
areas. $3.1 million. O’Leary placed first, with a time of 16:13, at the annual Panther Prowl, an event that raises
“There are no easy an- continued on page 12 money for the athletic department. For more photos see page 9. Photo by Stephanie Spyropoulos

Locals take home medals Best in New England


in Skills USA competition Local youth wrestler wins title
By Meaghan Glassett, Express Staff His older brother Jeff, 15, a
freshman at Whitman-Hanson

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By Meaghan Glassett Express Staff Meaghan@whitmanexpress.com
Meaghan@whitmanexpress.com
Duval School fifth grad- Regional High School is now
outh Shore Region- er Joshua Bechen has come on the varsity wrestling team
al Vocational Tech- a long way since he started and often passes along what he
nical High School wrestling four years ago. learns to his younger brother.

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students, who recently par- Bechen took up the sport The 11-year-old wres-
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weet in the Skills
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district competition held at
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receive at least a 70 percent High School for bringing home numerous medals in the district team trains with Tom Taylor New England states. Bechen
grade to compete. Skills USA competition. and Ron Dunn in North Attle- was named a winner in the
boro.

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27 Brigham St., $245,000, Timothy P. Riley and Julie R. Riley to Ryan M.
continued from page one On the way to the district “I would like to stay in the Doyle and Lindsey S. Doyle.
Hanson resident Joseph competition, Lloyd said Skills trade as much as possible,” he Mayflower Circle, #4, $132,500, Kathleen R. Cota to Patriot Invest. Corp.
Lindberg, a senior at SSVT, USA advisor Jennifer DeMari- said. 180 Washington St., $198,000, Citimortgage Inc. to John S. Stetson and
earned a gold medal in pre- ano quizzed him. At the state competition Helen S. Stetson.
cision machine technology. Senior Zachary Schultz, last year, Lloyd said his proj- 265 Winter St., $261,000, Wayne L. Thornton and Sally-Ann Thornton to
Lindberg said to do well on the of Hanson, received a bronze ect was already tacked to- Jennifer Archibald.
test it was important to know medal for his test in Computer gether and he was given a blue 308 Commercial St., $267,500, Scott M. Donnelly to Peter Holt and
everything about the trade. The Numerical Control milling. print. He said that during the Jessica Holt.
questions for his trade related Schultz said his test questions time limit he had to go to sev-
to manual machines. He said related to CNC milling codes. eral stations for different parts HANSON
the trade involves milling a He was able to recall the codes of the welding process. While 206 Adams Circle, $420,000, Robert A. Valente and Lisa P. Valente to
part or turning something on a from the hands-on work he has the students were working on Laurie A. Siders and Robert C. Siders.
mill, drilling or tapping holes, done in his shops at the high their welding project, Skills 12 Deer Hill Rd., $140,000, Deer Hill RT and Richard P. Beal to John I.
cutting grooves and machine school. USA supervisors were walk- Martinez and Maureen Martinez.
turning thread and tapers. “I use the [codes] so often, ing around to see if the student 98 Roller Coaster Rd., $216,000, Susan L. Hurst and Kyle Hurst to Edward
Lindberg said what he I don’t forget them,” Schultz was following the correct pro- M. Corbo.
learned in class and in shop said. cess and position. 101 Pratt Place, $433,500, Devin Fiske and Christine Fiske to Bank of
over the past four years has In addition to tests on a In the future, Lloyd said he America N A.
given him the ability to score specific trade, the students also might consider running a small 105 Roller Coaster Rd., $450,000, Kathleen J. Lawlor to Wayne L.
well on the tests. took two more tests geared business out of his garage. Thornton and Sally-Ann Thornton.
“Learning everything to Occupational Safety and DeMariano said taking 97
about the trade did help pre- Health Administration stan- students to the district com-
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Locals land extra roles in Sweet Heat Oil


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volunteers at the Annual Rob- Robin Kaplan Golf Tournament last August.
in Kaplan Golf Tournament in
memory of a TJX employee and commercials. Whitmore.
who died in the Sept. 11 plane “It was something I had on As extras, they took their
crashes in New York. Kaplan my bucket list. I have always place at a table next to the stars
had suffered from Crohn’s wanted to be in a movie and and Whitmore said they are
Disease and the tournament have tried to get to auditions,” clearly part of the panorama
proceeds allow children with she said. “I was not sure it and look forward to seeing
the disease to attend camp and would really ever happen.” themselves on the big screen.
still receive complex medical Whitmore was enthralled “Everybody was so nice.
care while away from home. when she was ushered into It was really fun. At first I was
The celebrity benefit golf hair and makeup. Receiving nervous since I did not know
tournament draws quite a the VIP treatment, the sisters what to expect, but we had a
crowd of sports heroes and sat in wardrobe and were giv- great time. I don’t think the
local talent who want to give en costumes to don. acting bug has bitten me.”
back to the foundation. Sell- The events leading up to Whitmore, who also in-
ers said she is “just happy to their cameo brought both dis- tends to continue her work
be able to help out each year belief and wonder as they saw with the Robin Kaplan Golf
for such a great cause.” an old building that looked Tournament, said the unex-
While volunteering with somewhat dilapidated shield- pected, once-in-a-lifetime oc-
their family and father, Marty ing 18 wheelers trailers. Sell- currence gave her an interest
Whitmore, event organizer and ers was flabbergasted by the in behind the scenes work.
vice president of in store sys- involved behind the scene set- “I would like to learn more
tems at TJX corporation, the up. It was as if they had their about the movie making pro-
women had a chance meeting own little city and you never cess. We also learned that a
with producers Kris Meyer, knew it was there, she added. one minute scene can take
a Quincy native, and the Far- Sitting next to Owen Wil- about five hours,” she said.
relly brothers, known for their son was definitely a highlight
1998 comedy “There’s Some- for the women, although they
thing about Mary.” tried not to appear too star- Children’s Museum
After rubbing elbows with struck.
the producers, Whitmore said “I tried to keep in perspec- open house
she stayed in touch via e-mail tive that he was working and
The Hanson Children’s
with Meyer, who had men- focusing, but it was very cool Museum will hold an Open
tioned the possibility of a visit sitting with him for those cou- House on Sunday, March 28
to the movie set. When the ple of hours,” said Sellers. from 7-9 p.m. at 1000 Main
pair heard of the tours around The scene Sellers and St., Hanson. Take a peak at
Christmas, they had no idea Whitmore appeared in takes the museum space and find
they were actually going to place at a diner. In the scene out about the exciting exhib-
appear in the movie. they had to “act warm” as it its and programs. This event
Sellers thought it would be was about 40 degrees in At- is an adult only event, no chil-
impressive to visit the Holly- lanta during filming. dren please. Invite your child’s
wood southeast locale as she “We were supposed to teacher, neighbors and friends
has trained classically in voice be warm in T-shirts and look to help support the revitaliza-
and spent time in local theatre like it was summertime,” said tion project. Visit hansonchil-
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information about the project.
April vacation at Old Colony YMCA
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Residents in court for


Whitman Police log drug charges
Monday, March 8 sued a summons.
2:26 a.m. Motor vehicle
Four Whitman residents returned to
9:15 a.m. Caller reported a
was stopped on Auburn Street domestic disturbance on Hogg Brockton District Court on Friday for a pre-
and Hogg Memorial Drive. Po- Memorial Drive. Police arrest- trial hearing on charges stemming from a No-
lice issued a summons. ed Joshua Cross, 22, for assault vember drug bust.
6:45 a.m. Motor vehicle
was stopped on Plymouth
and battery, threat to commit a
crime and intimidating a wit-
On Nov. 20 officers executed a search war- Police & court briefs
ness. rant at 116 Beulah St. Apt. #2. Detectives had
Street. Police arrested Jose
Ronalso De Dilvia Reis, 30, of
Abington, for unlicensed oper-
5:22 p.m. Walk-in party re-
ported sex offenses on Stetson
conducted surveillance of this apartment over
several months after receiving complaints
Police arrest two for
ation of a motor vehicle, speed-
ing and fugitive from justice
Terrace and South Avenue.
5:52 p.m. Caller report-
of a high volume of traffic in and out of the
apartment, according to the police report.
B&E in progress
without warrant. Two men were arrested on Monday in Whit-
ed receiving threatening cell Officers discovered suspected marijuana
4:19 p.m. Walk-in party phone calls and text messages packaging and other drug equipment, mul- man following a foot chase into the wooded
reported fraud at Price Right on Bedford Street. area behind the homes of 171 Forest St. and 151
Auto on Temple Street. tiple individual bags of suspected marijuana
6:17 p.m. Police served packaged for sale, various illegal prescription Forest St.
7:19 p.m. Caller reported a warrant on Crescent Street. A neighbor called police after observing a
a disturbance on East Avenue. Police arrested Jarrid Edward pills and other instruments used in the distri- male party jimmying a door with a knife, ac-
Police restored the peace. Barros, 27, of Brockton, on a bution of narcotics.  Also located and seized cording to Whitman Police Chief Christine
default warrant. were multiple electronic devices, laptop com-
Tuesday, March 9 May-Stafford.
2:01 a.m. Suspicious ac-
9:21 p.m. Caller reported puters and personal items believed to have It appeared that one male was sitting in a
a vehicle following on Essex been stolen during recent vehicle burglaries
tivity was reported at Route 27 Street. green minivan, as the other male was approach-
Auto Sales. in Whitman, the report said. ing homes looking in windows and doors, she
6:48 a.m. Motor vehicle Friday, March 12 Police charged four individuals back in said.
stopped on Bedford Street. Po- 3:14 a.m. Caller reported November. Jordan Winbush, of 116 Beulah The 12:59 p.m. call reporting the breaking
lice issued a summons. a disturbance on Commercial St. Apt. #2, was charged with distribution of a and entering in progress brought officers to the
8:35 a.m. Juvenile offenses Street. Class D drug, possession with intent to distrib- area where they saw Smith flee the property set-
reported at Whitman Middle 3:45 a.m. Caller reported a ute a Class D drug, and receiving stolen prop- ting off the short pursuit. Zenewicz was inside
School on Corthell Avenue. A disturbance on Linden Street. the van and placed under arrest.
14-year-old juvenile was ar- erty over $250. Sunny William Thompson, of Police arrested John Zenewicz Jr., 20, of
rested. 1:25 p.m. Walk-in party 90 Myrtle Ave. Unit #220, was charged with
reported receiving harassing Abington, and John T. Smith, 18, of Brockton,
2:35 p.m. Motor vehicle phone calls. distribution of a Class D drug and possession for breaking and entering.
was stopped on Greenacres
2:02 p.m. Caller reported with intent to distribute a Class D drug. Jaymi Both men were arraigned in Brockton Dis-
Drive. Police arrested Kevin Boulay, 116 Beulah St., Apt. #2, was charged trict Court on Tuesday on charges relating to
Douglas Brown, 46, of 822 a past burglary on Kenwood
Main Street, Hanson, for op- Drive. with  distribution of a  Class D drug, posses- breaking and entering. Smith was charged with
eration of a motor vehicle with 9:52 p.m. Caller reported sion with intent to distribute a Class D drug, armed breaking and entering in the daytime and
a suspended license, number suspicious activity on Alden possession of a Class D drug, conspiracy to Zenewicz was charged with breaking and enter-
plate violation to conceal ID, Street and Dewey Avenue. violate drug law, drug violation near school/ ing in the daytime for a felony.
uninsured motor vehicle, un- 11:00 p.m. Health and wel- Smith will be back in court for a pretrial
registered motor vehicle, num- park and receiving stolen property over $250.
fare check requested on Wash- hearing on April 7 and Zenewicz will be back in
ber plate violation and default ington Street and Legion Park- Sean Boulay, 116 Beulah St. Apt. #2,   was
court on May 12 for a pretrial hearing.
warrant. way. Police placed individual charged with distribution of a Class D drug,
4:00 p.m. Walk-in party in protective custody. possession with intent to distribute a Class – S. Spyropoulos
turned in pills found in an el- 11:10 p.m. Motor vehicle D drug and receiving stolen property over
evator at Temple Place. was stopped on Park and South $250.
4:25 p.m. Walk-in party Avenue. Police issued a sum-
mons. After the pretrial hearing on Friday, Jay-
reported fraudulent use of debit
card from Fullerton Avenue. mi Boulay’s charge of possession of a Class
6:22 p.m. Caller reported a Saturday, March 13 D drug received a judgment of no probable
domestic disturbance on Wash- 6:56 a.m. Motor vehicle cause.
ington Street. was stopped on Bedford Street. The individuals will be back in court for a
Police issued a summons.
10:35 p.m. Motor vehicle continued pretrial hearing on May 12.
was stopped on Bedford Street. 1:53 p.m. Caller reported
Police issued a summons. suspicious activity on Washing-
ton Street. – M. Glassett
Whitman Police Sergeant Joseph Bombardier,
Wednesday, March 10 9:52 p.m. Caller reported
a disturbance at Whitman Le- Detective Stephen Drass and Officer Gary Nelson
2:09 a.m. Two suspicious
males were reported on South gion Hall. arrested Robert T. Smit, of Abington, after a foot
and Park Avenue. chase in the woods on Forest Street Monday.
9:18 a.m. Walk-in party re- Sunday, March 14
ported a sign was vandalized at
St. James Cemetery.
1:17 a.m. Caller reported
a motor vehicle accident on
School Street. Police arrested
Legion fundraiser Library celebrates
3:34 p.m. Caller reported
suspicious activity on South
Avenue and Court Street.
Steven M. Kailher, 42, of 81
Beal St., for OUI-liquor and a to benefit Children’s women in history
marked lanes violation. The Adams Women, a discussion with
7:13 p.m. Walk-in party re-
ported larceny/forgery/fraud.
4:56 a.m. Caller reported
suspicious activity at Reed
Hospital Kelly Cobble, Curator of the Adams Na-
Place. tional Historic Park, will be held March
The American Legion will hold a fund-
Thursday, March 11 20 from 2-3 p.m. at the Whitman Public
10:44 a.m. Caller reported raiser to benefit Children’s Hospital “Partner-
4:41 a.m. Caller reported
vandalism at Whitman VCA Library Community Room. Cobble will
loud sounds in basement on ship for Kids” a state sponsored American
Animal Hospital on Bedford Legion event.  The American Legion is orga- relay some of the exciting histories of the
Washington Terrace.
Street.
nizing a meat raffle with help from The Sons Adams women. No registration is required.
6:28 a.m. A violation of a
restraining order was reported 4:29 p.m. Caller reported of The American Legion and Ladies Aux- Light refreshments will be provided. Call
on Jenkins Avenue. Police is- a motor vehicle accident on 781-447-7613 for details.
Washington and West Street. iliary on Friday, March 19 at 7 p.m. at the
Post, located at 33 Legion Parkway in Whit-
man.  This event is open to the general public. 
There will also be some side raffles
Tax assistance available for
CHRISTIAN plus various meat trays and all proceeds
will be donated to Children’s Hospital. 
low income seniors
CHILD CARE Miss Massachusetts, Amanda Kelly, will make
an appearance at the event.  She is the ambassa-
Tax assistance is available at the
Whitman Senior Center, 16 Hayden
dor for Children’s Miracle Network, which rais- Ave., for low income seniors.
Open House - es funds for Children’s Hospitals and spokes- Bud Wheaton is once again volun-
The week of woman for the Make-A-Wish Foundation. teering his time to help in the prepara-
March 22-26, If you can not attend and wish to make a dona- tion of simple tax returns; returns must
We take children by appointment tion, you may do so by making checks payable not involve stocks and bonds or income
to the American Legion #22 and mailing it to over $70,000. There is no charge for this
15 months through during daycare hours:
The American Legion, Attn: Ken Lailer, P.O. service. Call 781-447-7619 to schedule
kindergarten. 7:30am – 5:30pm Box 424, Whitman Ma. 02382 or you may drop an appointment.
Call Marcia it off at the Post located at 33 Legion Parkway
or Nadine 214 Main Street in Whitman.  For more information or direc-
781-294-7030 Hanson, MA tions, please, contact The American Legion at
781-447-5253.
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HOME OF THE WEEK!

Russell F. Sheehan, 64, electrician


Russell F. Sheehan, He leaves his wife Donna (Bobbitt) Shee-
64, of Whitman, formerly han, his children, Jeffrey Sheehan and his wife
of Dorchester, died at his Janice of Quincy and Janene Johnson and her
home surrounded by his husband Chris of Whitman, his brothers and
family on March 11, 2010. sisters, Frederick Sheehan Jr. of W. Yarmouth,
Mr. Sheehan was born Paul of Whitman, Joseph of Abington, Donald
in Boston and was a U.S. of Weymouth, Lillian Curran, and Theresa Tee-
Army veteran. He was han both of Abington and five grandchildren. OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 1-3
a proud and honorable He was brother of the late Edward Sheehan, HANSON- Looking for room to spread out? Want to invite the
member of IBEW Local Geraldine Garney, Marion “Chickie” Plante, in-laws to move in? This is the home for you! 12 rooms, 3 full baths,
103 for over 40 years, a former officer of Lo- and Lorraine Readon. 2 fireplaces, 2 kitchens, over 2700 sf of living area. Decks overlook
cal 103 including business manager and trust A funeral Mass was celebrated on Monday inground pool. New Title V installed. Over acre lot. Visit 106 Cross
fund administrator. He was a graduate of the in Holy Ghost Church in Whitman. Burial was St. You'll be glad you did. $ 449,900
Harvard Trade Program, official observer of the private. Donations may be made to Pan Mass
El Salvador Democratic Elections, a two-time c/o Team Russ HK0028, 77 Fourth Ave., Need-
member of “The Hole-in-One “ Club and also ham, MA 02494 or “Team Russ” pmc.org Pro-
member of Preferred Liar’s Golf Group at Rid- file HK0028. Arrangements were by the MacK-
der Country Club. innon Funeral Home in Whitman.

William J. Dunstan, 81, Model A restorer


William J. Dunstan, 81, of Plymouth, for- sion for automobiles. He was a member of the
merly of Hanson and Halifax died Sunday, South Shore Antique Auto Club and the Model “OFF-LABEL” PRESCRIPTIONS
March 14 after a long period of failing health. A Restorers Club of Massachusetts. Physicians sometimes prescribe medications From the providers’ perspective, off-label
Born in Newton, he was the son of the late All are invited to attend a graveside service for conditions and diseases other than those use is a necessary tool to more properly treat
William J. and Florence (Pfefferkorn) Dun- to be held Thursday, March 18 at 11 a.m. in the approved by the Food and Drug Administration. a medical condition. While there are down-
stan. Fairmont Cemetery, 126 Cedar St., Weymouth. While off-label use is often quite appropriate, sides of prescribing drugs off-label, it allows
there is usually less evidence supporting off- patients to benefit as physicians test medica-
Mr. Dunstan worked for Wonder Bread and Donations in his name may be made to the label use of a drug than for an approved drug. tions under real-world conditions and identify
later for the Plymouth County Hospital of Han- American Cancer Society, #5 Manley St., West Patients receiving off-label prescriptions are new applications for the drugs. For your pre-
son. Bridgewater, MA 02379. Arrangements are by encouraged to ask their doctors why they are scription and health care needs, please call
He enjoyed his antique auto hobby and was the Blanchard Funeral Chapel Inc., Whitman. being prescribed something other than an DUVAL’S PHARMACY at 781-447-0606. We are
approved treatment (including non-drug treat- happy and proud to be serving generations of
well-known in the South Shore area for his pas- ments). The doctor should be able to cite families from the same location in Whitman at
supporting evidence that justifies its use when 571 Washington St., Rt. 27. We are also located
approved treatments are ineffective or unavail- in East Bridgewater at 1 Compass Way
Plymouth County Extension Masons to hold
able. It also pays to investigate whether an (508-350-2900).
insurance company will pay for an off-label HINT: Because off-label drugs may not have
drug. The pharmacist is also a very valuable established dosing recommendations, it is
annual fruit pruning clinic open house resource when it comes to evaluating the usually a good idea to begin with a low dose
effectiveness of an off-label drug. and adjust upwards as necessary.
The Annual Fruit Pruning Clinic sponsored by Plymouth The Tri-Town Masons
County Cooperative Extension is scheduled for Saturday, in E. Bridgewater, Rt. 27,
March 20. This is the 33rd consecutive pruning clinic held by will hold an open house on
the Plymouth County Extension office for Plymouth County March 27 from 9 a.m.-3 High ethical standards and
residents demonstrating the basics of pruning fruit trees (apples, p.m. Members of the lodge knowledge, with over 26 years
peaches, etc) as well as raspberry plants, grape vines, and blue- will be on hand to give tours
of the building and to help of successful marketing and
berry bushes.
The two-hour clinic is led by Dominic Marini, retired Plym- the public gain a better un- selling real estate,
outh County Extension Regional Fruit and Vegetable Special- derstanding of the fraternity. residential, commercial and
ist, and Deborah C. Swanson, Extension Educator, Plymouth For information, contact the land development.
County/UMass Extension. This is an informal outdoor class- Masons at 800-882-1020.
room with ample opportunity to ask questions. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES ARE ALWAYS PROVIDED!
The fruit pruning clinic is held only once a year and is open
to the public free-of-charge. Participants are urged to dress for Baby and Me To all BUYERS and SELLERS
the weather and wear footgear suitable for cold, wet, muddy
conditions. This two-hour program will start promptly at 1 p.m. program offered for $500 GIFT CERTIFICATE OF YOUR CHOICE AT CLOSING.
at Villa Serra, home of Lorenzo Grosso, 52 Vernon Street, Mid- Must convey by May 31, 2010.
dleboro. For information, contact the Plymouth County Exten- new parents (Not valid with other offers of compensation)
sion office at 781-293-3541. The North River Collabor- The most important aspect of our business is satisfying
ative (NRC) Family Network you, OUR CLIENT. We insist upon earning your respect!
is offering a free program this
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parents entitled “My Baby and
The most favorable part of any transaction is keeping
you happy so you will refer your family & friends to
Me.” “My Baby and Me” is a Toll House Properties, the ultimate compliment!
6-week parent/child program
that will be offered on Tues- Find your next property with
day mornings from 11 a.m.-12 “THE CLICK OF A MOUSE” at
p.m. at the Abington Library www.tollhouseproperties.com
beginning March 30. Each
week a guest speaker will Janie Crosscup ✩ Adam Crosscup ✩ Gail Mather
share their expertise in such
areas as adjusting to a post- 781-618-3500
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infant massage, nutrition, mu-
sic and more. This is a great
opportunity for new parents to
share their joys and challenges
with experienced profession-
als and other new parents.
This program is offered free to
families through a grant from
the Massachusetts Department
of Early Education and Care in
collaboration with Self Help
ACROSS CONTINENTS: Linda Bertino reads the Hanson Inc. Community Partnership
Express while visiting Hout Bay, part of Table Mountain for Children. Call 781-681-
National Park in South Africa. 9736 to register.

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ber of the class of 2012, was
named to the Stonehill College
dean’s list for the fall 2009 se-
mester.
➢➢ The following students
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Edward Aucoin, Christopher
Bonzagni, Jaimee Doiron,
Yvonne Fall, Alyson Geli-
nas, Keri Gilbert, Britany What Do You Know Joe Trivia Night, Wednesdays
Hayes, Timothy Hayes, Jes-
sica Hobart, Kristyn Innis, THIS WEEK'S LIVE BANDS
Derek Leadbetter, Katelyn Friday, March 19th: Rob Benton
Lyons, Julia Mendonza, Mi- PAGE TURNER: State Rep. candidate Josh Cutler visited the Saturday, March 20th: Tomato Jonez
chael Mullen, Stephen Mur- Maquan School last week for Read Across America 2010. He read Half Price Pizza Every Monday & Tuesday *strings attached
phy, Elizabeth Nolan, Denis a book about ducks to Mrs. Gosselin's second grade class and
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a full line of parts for your
land, Meghan Hulbert, Eric lawn and garden equipment.
Johndrow, Meaghen Kearns, If we don't have your parts
Shaunna Leonard, Hayleee we can also special order anything you might need to get
McHugh, Mandee Mitchell, your equipment up and running as soon as possible.
Bryant Morganelli, Jeffrey
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HOURS: Mon. - Fri. 8:00am - 5:00pm • Sat. 8:00am - 1:00pm
Talbot,Kristin Tingblad, Vic- annual golf vacation at Myrtle Beach, South Carolina along with
toria Trumbull, Kerry Wil- the Whitman Express.
liams, Stephen Winn.
➢➢ Rebecca Rosen, a senior
at Salve Regina University, has
been named to the dean’s list for
the fall 2009 semester.
➢➢ Hanson native Andrew
Botieri will be performing
acoustic guitar music/soft rock
hits of the 60’s, 70’s, 80’s to
current mixed music with origi-
nals at Mamma Mia’s on the
Plymouth Waterfront, Saturday,
March 20 from 7-10 p.m.
➢➢ Happy birthday to Rob-
ert Brewer Jr., Betty Leta,
Gertrude Runey (March 18),
Thomas Roberts (March 19)
Richard Barker, Ralph Gron-
lund (March 20), Rebecca
Clemons (March 21), Dana
Billings (March 22), Lindsey
Lincolne (March 23), Jessica
Peterson (March 24). HONOR GRADUATE: Pfc. Patrick R. Gilbert graduated with honors
from the Unites States Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island,
➢➢ The Egan family of Whit-
S. C., 1st Battalion Charlie Company, Platoon 1018 on March
man will be participating in the
12. Gilbert is a 2009 graduate of Whitman-Hanson Regional High
2010 Boston Marathan on Doug
School and is the son of Richard and Gail Gilbert of Hanson. Many New
Flutie Jr.’s Team in support of
the The Doug Flutie Jr. Foun-
Congratulations from Mom, Dad, Keri and Derek. Charms!
dation for Autism. They invite
the community to support their
efforts. Please make your check
payable to The Doug Flutie
Jr. Foundation for Autism and
forward it to the Egans at 176 BIRTHDAY GIRL:
Cranberry Road, Whitman, MA Happy birthday to
02382 by April 19. You can also Samantha Poisson
donate online by going to first- who will be six years
giving.com/mauraegan. old on Saturday,
March 20, from your
family and friends. WHITMAN CENTER • RTE 27
781-447-4971
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How to save money Bluegrass on Prime Rib

the Bogs Special

and fill your plate Camp Kiwanee, Rt. 58,


Hanson will be the site of a
$14.99
includes 2 sides
(inc. 2 sides + salad)

C
By Michelle ConwayExpress columnist
michelle@clipperpress.com
“fun” raising event on Sat-
urday, March 20 from 5-12
utting coupons and shopping sensibly is just half p.m. entitled Bluegrass on
of the equation when it comes to saving money on the Bogs. The event will
Serving Breakfast
your grocery bill. Making a few adjustments in how help support a full weekend
Sat & Sun 8am-12pm
you plan your menus and prepare food once it comes home of bluegrass on May 14-16.
Lunch & Dinner GREAT FOOD AT GREAT PRICES
can trim the fat on your food budget. Eating healthy is always Three South Shore premier
Mon-Thurs 11:30am-9pm
Luncheon Specials
Fri-Sat 11:30am-10pm
the goal as a healthy life comes with fewer medical bills down bluegrass bands will give TAVERN OPEN TILL 1AM Starting at $6.99
the road and the boost you get from eating food that is good a taste of what is to come 7 days a week with homemade soup
for you is priceless. Here are a few ideas on how to cook up in the main event. Part of ÈxÊ-V…œœÊ-ÌÀiiÌÊ­,Ìi°ÊÓÇ®ÊUÊ*i“LÀœŽiÊUÊÇn£‡Ó™Î‡ä{nä
savings: the proceeds from the main
When purchasing buy one/get one free or large packages of event will go to Green-
meats and poultry, optimize your savings by properly wrapping Schools. Information about
and freezing each item. Simply put, air is the enemy of food. GreenSchools can be found
Investing a small amount of money in a vacuum sealer is the at projectgreenschools.org.
best way to extend the life of your Dawn Kenny will host
frozen foods, to avoid freezer burn the March 20 event. Admis-
and preserve fresh flavor. If a vac- sion is $20 per person. There
uum sealer isn’t in your future, take will be an open mic and all
a few extra minutes to protect your are invited. Musicians who
product. Some items, such as pork participate in the open mic
tenderloin, come vacuum packed in from 5-7 p.m. will have a re- TERI DIGREGORIO AYRE
heavy duty plastic and are ready to duced admission of $10 per
pop into the freezer. For tradition- person. At 7 p.m. the bands
ally packed items such as chicken or beef, remove the store Railroad House, No Spare
Parts and Rocky Run will Always enthusiastic and energetic… put Teri's
packaging and individually wrap each item in plastic wrap and
place the tightly wrapped pieces in a large plastic freezer bag. perform. Food will be avail- knowledge of the market to work for you.
Remember – air is the enemy of food! Carefully press out all able from the Bryantville A licensed agent for 18 years, her work for a real estate
of the air as you seal the freezer bag. Deil of Pembroke and a cash attorney and management company provide a
Meat, fish and vegetables can lose flavor in the freezer and bar will be available. background useful in assisting clients through the
won’t shine as the main feature on a plate but can still bring The May 14-16 Blue- purchase and sales process.
sparkle to chowders, stews, soups and sauces. Take advantage grass Festival, also to be Teri has been a lifelong resident of Whitman
of in season produce and stock your freezer for the winter held at Camp Kiwanee in and enjoys using her extensive knowledge of the area to
months. The vibrant flavor and color of a summer vegetable Hanson, will celebrate with
effectively assist buyers and sellers
defrosted in February is far better than what you will find on bluegrass music, arts and
crafts, workshops, contra with their real estate needs.
the shelves in the winter and will cost less. Call Teri & put the Berry Real Estate team to work for
Go back to the basics. Chicken on the bone is one third dance, fireside games, kids
the cost of boneless, skinless chicken and is richer in flavor and activities and more. Spon- you. Enthusiastic and at your service.
is moister. It takes only a second to remove the fatty skin ei- sorship and vendor space is 29 Church Street • Whitman Center
ther before or after cooking. For fussy eaters, slice the chicken available for the May 14-16
off the bone before serving. Bone-in chicken and meats not event. Visit bluegrossonthe- 781-447-4436
bogs.com or call 508-280- www.berryre.com
only save money, but enhance your meals. Chicken thighs are
4825 or 508-542-0781. Your Home Office Since 1973
often overlooked but are moist, tender and easy to cook.
Add beans, lentils, and whole grains back into your think-
ing. We have become so accustomed to purchasing Uncle So
and So’s rice that we pass by the more nutritious and economi-
cal bag of whole grains located just down the aisle. A six

‘Hear Ye, Hear Ye!’


ounce box of Uncle So and So’s Long Grain and Wild Rice
costs $2.69 and serves three. A 28 ounce bag of organic pearl
barley costs $3.79 and serves fourteen! Uncle So and So’s
package of rice contains nearly twenty ingredients; the barley
has only one and is superior in its nutritional value. Beans are
beautiful, nutritious, cost-effective and filling. Serve pretty
pink salmon (purchased on sale), with spring green asparagus
and mashed cannellini beans dressed with a hint of garlic and
olive oil – all for less than $3 per person, delicious, nutritious
and inexpensive.
Get the
Tidbit: If you haven’t visited the indoor Farmers Market
at Plimoth Plantation, try to go this Thursday between 3 and Express
6:30 p.m. In addition to great local products, there will be
Irish music, a drop-in yoga class and a screening of King Corn.
plymouthfarmersmarket.org.
delivered
to your door!
WHRHS to perform ‘Aida’
The Whitman-Hanson Regional High School theater will Take advan-
be performing “Aida” a timeless love story. Performances will
be on Friday, March 26 and Saturday, March 27 at 7 p.m. and
Sunday, March 28 at 2 p.m. in the Performing Arts Center at
tage of our
the high school. Tickets cost $8 for senior citizens, children
and students and $10 for adults. Tickets are available at the special offer
door or by calling 781-618-8459 or e-mailing whrhsdrama@
hotmail.com. and save 33%
off our regular
rate!

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Thursday March 18 perform. Food will be available from hotmail.com.
Hanson Senior Center. 9 a.m. the Bryantville Deil of Pembroke and
a cash bar will be available. Masons Open House. The Tri-Town
hairdresser, 10 a.m., Cracker Barrel, Masons in E. Bridgewater, Rt. 27,
1 p.m. line dancing class, blood will hold an open house on March 27
pressure clinic at the Senior Center.
Monday March 22 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Members of the
lodge will be on hand to give tours
Whitman Senior Center. 8 a.m. walk
in the park, 8:30 a.m. food shopping,
10:30 a.m. Ocean State Job Lot, Good
Hanson Senior Center. 10 a.m.
chorus, 1 p.m. Tai Chi and knitting
group.
Expres s A ca
H a n s o le n d a r f o r
n&
of the building and to help the public
gain a better understanding of the
fraternity. For information, contact
Days Restaurant, 11:30 a.m. lunch,
e ve n t Whi t m a
12-2 p.m. Brown Bag pickup, 1 p.m.
cribbage. Red Hats – New England
Quilt Museum in Lowell.
Whitman Senior Center. 9 a.m.
Around town, 10 a.m., Wii bowling,
11:30 a.m. lunch, 1 p.m. bingo.
Commu nit y wcolrassess,, mcoeuertsiengs, n the Masons at 800-882-1020.
Wally The Green Monster at the
Whitman Public Library. See Wally
k s,
d a n c e sh op s, p l ay
Whitman Public Library. Mother
Goose on the Loose. For babies and
toddlers (up to age 3) from 10:30-
Whitman Library. Uno Dos
Tres Spanish Story Hour, for ages
3-kindergarten from 1-2 p.m. Limited
Calend ar oppsoratnudnvoluntese,r the Green Monster act out one of
his stories on Saturday, March 27 at
1p.m. at the Whitman Public Library.
Those in attendance will receive a
11:05 a.m. Registration required. in-person registration.
i t ie s !
Whitman residents will have Wally bookmark and shake hands
preference. with the Red Sox ambassador. Don’t
forget to bring your cameras. This is
Special Education Parent Advisory Tuesday March 23 a family program. No registration is
Council. 7 p.m. in the Whitman-
Hanson Senior Center. 9 a.m. Nails ll c a le n d a r i te ms required.
Hanson Regional High School
by Julie, 9:30 a.m. card games, 10 Se nd a e s d ay t o
Library. There will be a budget update
a.m. Beginners Bridge and 1 p.m. o o n o n Tu Vernal Pools Family Program.
as well as a discussion of the in district
bowling at the Hanson Athletic
by n re s s .c om .
South Shore Natural Science Center,
Norwell, Saturday, March 27, 10-
special education programs.
s @ c li p p e r p
Association. e ve n t e av ai la ble ba
sis. 11:30 a.m. A naturalist will take the
group on a guided walk to explore
Whitman/Hanson/Kingston Youth d on a sp ac en ts .
Hanson Library. Trustees meeting s are publishe or Han so n ev a nearby vernal pool. The program
Hockey Registration. For the Ca le nda r item -c ommerci al Whi tm an
at 2:30 p.m. is suitable for children ages 5 and
2010/2011 hockey season for both Preference is
fo r non
boys and girls programs. A walk-in Whitman Senior Center. 8 a.m. walk up and costs are $5 members/$7
registration will be held at VFW Hall in the park, 8:30 a.m. The Butterfly non-members. Pre-registration
in Whitman from 7–9 p.m. Place in Westford, 9 a.m. hairdresser, and payment requested. For more
art class, 10 a.m. line dancing at the information, contact the South Shore
library, 11:30 a.m. lunch, 12- 2 p.m. features a silent auction, cash bar and Meat Raffle. Fri., 7:30 p.m., at Reed Natural Science Center at 781-659-
Friday March 19 computer classes, 1 p.m. knitting/ disc jockey. Tickets may be reserved
by calling Denise Hawes at 781-
Street in Hanson. Sponsored by
Hanson Athletics Association.
2559 or view the Web site ssnsc.org.
crocheting, bowling.
Hanson Senior Center. 9 a.m. 294-1669 or by emailing denise@ 18th Annual Cookie and Craft
hairdresser, 9:30 a.m. card games, Whitman Public Library. Drop- joshcutler.com. Suggested donation Meat Raffle. 7:30 p.m., Friday Fair. The East Bridgewater United
10 a.m. cribbage and garden club By Story Time for ages three to five is $25. Senior citizens and students at Robinson Street in Hanson. Methodist Church will be holding its
meeting, 1 p.m. bingo, trip to from 11:15-12 p.m. No registration is are free. Sponsored by the Hanson American eighteenth annual cookie and craft
Plymouth show leaves Center at 6:45 required. If schools are closed due Legion 226. fair from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on
p.m. to weather conditions, the session Saturday, March 27. The church is
Whitman Senior Center. Foxwoods
will be cancelled and rescheduled if Friday March 26 Upcoming events
located at 54 North Central St., East
Bridgewater. Admission is free. There
possible.
pickup at Center 7:30 a.m., at home Hanson Senior Center. 9 a.m. will be a luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to
7:45 a.m., 11:30 lunch, 1 p.m. bingo. Hanson Food Pantry. Tues. 10:30 hairdresser, 9:30 a.m. card games, 10 Northville Cemetery Meeting. 1 p.m. For information contact Terry
a.m.-12 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at First a.m. cribbage, 1 p.m. bingo. 1 p.m. at the White Pines Village Gargiulo 508-456-1494 or Diana
Hanson Library. 10-10:30 a.m. Baptist Church, Main Street, Clubhouse, off Central Street, E. Gallant 508-378-9977 or e-mail:
First Reader Story Time, ages 0-3, Hanson. Hanson Library. 10-10:30 a.m. Bridgewater. For information call cookiesandcrafts@comcast.net
no registration required, 10:30 a.m., First Reader Story Time, ages 0-3, Joan Brides in Halifax.
Number Tales Craft-and-Story for no registration required, 10:30 a.m., Interactive Mystery Dinner. The
ages 3-7, registration required. ‘Aida’. Whitman-Hanson Regional
Wednesday March 24 Number Tales Craft-and-Story for
ages 3-7, registration required. High School theater will be
Whitman Duval School PTO and
The R.H. Players have planned an
American Legion Fundraiser.
Hanson Senior Center. 9:30 a.m. performing “Aida,” a timeless Interactive Mystery Dinner on March
The Son’s of The American Legion Whitman Senior Center. 9:30 a.m. love story. Performance will be on
card games, 10 a.m. poker, 1:30 p.m. 27 at 7 p.m. at the Whitman VFW
and Ladies Auxiliary will hold a Haymarket Square and Faneuil Hall Saturday, March 27 at 7 p.m. and
exercise class with Cindie. on Essex Street. Enjoy dinner, an
fundraiser meat raffle at 7 p.m. at 33 in Boston, 11:30 a.m. lunch, 1 p.m. Sunday, March 28 at 2 p.m. in the interactive show, raffles and dancing.
Legion Parkway in Whitman to benefit Hanson Public Library. Toddler bingo. Performing Arts Center at the high Tickets are $30. Contact Marci
Children’s Hospital “Partnership for playgroup from ages two to five at school. Tickets cost $8 for senior
‘Aida.’ Whitman-Hanson Regional Moulton to reserve your tickets at
Kids,” a state sponsored American 11 a.m. citizens, children and students and
High School theater will be 781-447-6846 or mscrawford827@
Legion event.  This event is open to $10 for adults. Tickets are available
Whitman Senior Center. 9 a.m. performing “Aida,” a timeless love verizon.net.
the general public. at the door or by calling 781-618-
Patriot Place and Olive Garden in story. 7 p.m. in the Performing Arts
Girls Night Out. Third Friday of Foxboro, 11:30 a.m. lunch, 1 p.m. Center at the high school. Tickets
the month, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Hanson Mah-Jongg, bingo at Harvard Court. cost $8 for senior citizens, children
Holistic Center, 156 Liberty St., Rte and students and $10 for adults.
58, for girls 9-12. For information Whitman-Hanson Kiwanis Club. Tickets are available at the door or by
and registration call 781-293-7110. Meets on Wed., 6:15 p.m., at calling 781-618-8459 or e-mailing Dedicated to YOUR Success!
Haven For Healing, a nonprofit Bernardo’s Restaurant on Route 27. whrhsdrama@hotmail.com. 25 Years Serving the South Shore
foundation, sponsors the classes. For more information, call Mike at Jeannie Carr, GRI, CBR
781-447-6501. Girls Night Out. Fourth Friday of Internet Marketing Professional
Meat Raffle. Fri., 7:30 p.m., at Reed the month, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Hanson Accredited Staging Professional -
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Hanson Athletics Association. Thursday March 25 58, for girls 12-15. For information Contact me for a free opinion of value on your home
and registration call 781-293-7110. www.JeannieCarr.com
Meat Raffle. 7:30 p.m., Friday Hanson Senior Center. 9 a.m. Haven For Healing, a nonprofit 617-529-3040
at Robinson Street in Hanson. hairdresser, 9:30 a.m. card games, 10 foundation, sponsors the classes.
Sponsored by the Hanson American a.m. Cracker Barrel, 12 p.m. hot dog
Legion 226. luncheon,1 p.m. line dancing class.

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Whitman Senior Center. 8 a.m. walk
Saturday March 20 in the park, 8:30 a.m. food shopping,
9:30 a.m. manicurist by appt., 11:30
Boy Scout Troop 59 Recycling a.m. lunch, 1 p.m. cribbage. Red Hats
Day and Can and Bottle Drive. 9 – New England Quilt Museum in
a.m.-1 p.m., Saftler’s parking lot, 342
Bedford St., Whitman.
Lowell. Senior Book Club. Meets on ™<g^Z[adhh
the fourth Thursday of each month, 1
Women in History Month at the
p.m., at the Whitman Senior Center.
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Women, a discussion with Kelly
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Whitman Public Library. Mother
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Bluegrass on the Bogs. Camp Cutler Campaign Kickoff. Hanson
Kiwanee, Rt. 58, Hanson, 5-12 p.m. residents are invited to join Josh
Admission is $20 per person. There Cutler on Thursday, March 25 to
will be an open mic and all are invited. help kick off his campaign for State
Musicians who participate in the
open mic from 5-7 p.m. will have a
Representative. The event will be
held at 7 p.m. at the Pembroke
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reduced admission of $10 per person.
At 7 p.m. the bands Railroad House,
Country Club on West Elm Street
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A soggy Panther Prowl

Athletic Director Jim Daley greets runner Matt Galewski


as he finishes in just over 19 minutes.

Samantha Coletti, who finished with a


time of 20:58, was all smiles after she
finished the race.

Sue Moss counts down to the start of the Panther Prowl


as runners line up at the starting line.

Despite the rain, Michael King and the Panther mascot have
school spirit as they wait to root on the runners.

Notre Dame coach Rick Kates, of Pembroke, came out Sue Moss takes Chris Mulrey's number
to support the Whitman-Hanson Panther Prowl. He over- for the race. He finished with a time of
saw all the times and the placement of runners. 19:42.

Ben Mains takes a breather after coming in second in the Under


14 category with a time of 23:25.

Jim Daley addressed the runners in the gymnasium at Whitman-


Hanson Regional High School before they headed for the starting
line.

Photos by Stephanie Spyropoulos Whitman-Hanson English teacher Brian Scully, who finished with a time of 28:16, heads for a water
after crossing the finish line.

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Send items for the


opinion page to
Change your clock, change
editor@whitmanexpress.com.
your battery –––––––––––––
I
The Deadline for all t’s time to change smoke alarm batteries.
letters & commentaries As the spring time change approaches, Whitman
is Tuesday at noon. Fire / Rescue wants to remind residents to make another
change that could save their lives--changing the batteries in their
smoke alarms and carbon monoxide (CO) detectors.
Although 92 percent of American homes have smoke alarms,
non-working smoke alarms are so common that they are robbing
residents of the protective benefits these critical home fire safety
devices were designed to provide. The most commonly cited
cause of non-working smoke alarms and CO detectors: worn or
missing batteries.
Changing batteries once a year is one of the simplest, most
effective ways to reduce these tragic deaths and injuries. In fact,
working smoke alarms nearly cut in half the risk of dying in a
home fire.
To save lives and prevent needless injuries in Whitman, the
Whitman Fire-Rescue has joined forces with the International
Association of Fire Chiefs for the “Change Your Clock, Change
Your Battery” campaign. The program urges all Americans to
adopt a simple, lifesaving habit: changing smoke alarm and car-
bon monoxide detector batteries when changing clocks forward
this spring.
“Working smoke alarms provide an early warning and criti-
cal extra seconds to escape,” said Fire Chief Timothy J. Grenno“
This is particularly important for those most at risk of dying in a
home fire, such as children and seniors.”
Additionally, working carbon monoxide alarms provide
the only warning when your home is being infiltrated with the
deadly gas. Carbon monoxide, known as the Invisible Killer, is
a colorless, odorless, poisonous gas that results from incomplete
burning of fuels such as natural gas, propane, oil, wood, coal,
and gasoline says Chief Grenno.
In addition, Chief Grenno recommends residents use the
“Extra” hour they save from the time change to test both detec-
tors by pushing the test button, planning “two ways out” and
practicing those escape routes with the entire family.
Tragically, fire can kill selectively. Those most at risk in-
Current bill will not improve care ––––––––––
M
clude:
ost agree we need reform in health zens who are the boss. We can’t spend money Children – An average of three children die each day in
care. In recent years, federal initia- we do not have. The federal government should home fires. Fire is the second leading cause of accidental deaths
tives to improve housing, auto and lead by example. Good managers solve higher among children under age five, placing them at twice the risk
financial industries resulted in a worse economy priority problems first. It’s the economy, sir and of dying in a home fire. Ninety percent of fire deaths involving
including historic debt. Most believe the current madame. children occur in homes without working smoke alarms.
federal bill will not improve care or save money Anthony O’Brien, Lieut. Cdr., Seniors – Adults over age 75 are three to four times more
and oppose it. We also oppose passing a bill US Navy Seals (Ret.) likely to die in home fires than the rest of the population. Many
without a vote or transparency. Mr. President Plymouth County Commissioner
seniors are unable to escape quickly.
and Madame Speaker, please listen to our citi- AnthonyOBrien.com
Low-Income Households - Many low-income families are
unable to afford batteries for their smoke alarms and CO de-
Nomination papers available tectors. These same households often rely on poorly installed,
maintained or misused portable or area heating equipment--a
Town Clerk Pam Martin announces that two Public Library Trustees for three years,;
main cause of fatal home fires.
nomination papers for the May 15 Annual now held by Patricia L. Goldmann and Grace
Town Election are available. Town offices that L. Nelson; one Whitman Housing Authority Families should also prepare a fire safety kit that includes
will appear on the ballot are two selectmen for member for five years now held by Thomas working flashlights and fresh batteries.
three years, now held by Brian J. Bezanson A. Richard; one Planning Board member for Elderly residents or those in need of assistance can call the
and Margaret C. McGillivray; one selectmen five years, now held by Peter R. Palaza; one Fire Department at 781-447-7677 and schedule and appoint-
for one year, to fill vacancy; one assessor for Planning Board member for one year to fill va- ment for our firefighters to install a free smoke and CO detector
three years, now held by Jean Bumpus; two cancy; one Board of Health member for three in your home.
PK-12 Whitman-Hanson Regional School years, now held by John H. Duval. For more information about fire safety, write “Change Your
District Committee members for three years, Nomination papers must be returned with Clock, Change Your Battery,” 15 Nantucket Lane, St. Louis,
now held by Michael J. Kryzanek and Robert 50 valid signatures of voters by 5 p.m. on Missouri 63132 or call the “Change” Hotline at 314/995-3939.
C. Trotta; two Department of Public Works Monday, March 29, 2010. Call Town Clerk Tim Grenno
Commissioners for three years, now held by Pam Martin at 781-618-9710 with any ques- Whitman Fire/Rescue
Ronald J. Delmonico and Kevin T. Cleary; tions.

q u e s t i o n o f t h e w e e k By Linda Bertino

What is your favorite springtime activity?

Jonah Spence with son Matthew Louise Westgate Scott Bruce Johnson Suzanne DeLorey Peter O’Brien
Alden Street, Whitman Indian Head Street, Hanson The Outdoor Sportsman South Avenue, Whitman Bedford Street, Whitman
“Spending time with my kids “Getting out to Whitman Park Main Street, Hanson “I’m looking forward to going to a “My favorite thing is getting out
outdoors.” with my grandchildren.” “My favorite springtime activity is Red Sox game.” camping and enjoying a camp-
turkey hunting.” fire.”
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The Whitman-Hanson DECA chapter had 20 members compete at the state competition this month.
The students brought home several medals, trophies and certificates for their achievements. John Russell Studio welcomes

DECA students off to nationals


Vickie to our staff...
Vickie is a licensed stylist of 20 years & is
also a Paul Mitchell Educator.
By Meaghan Glassett, Express Staff STATE DECA COMPETITORS
Meaghan@whitmanexpress.com
Quiz Bowl participants placed in the top three for schools on the 587 Washington St., Whitman Center
Whitman-Hanson DECA test: Annie O’Donnell, Rachel Pellegrine, Siobhan O’Malley and t+PIO3VTTFMM4UVEJPDPN
members have had a busy few Lindsay Clay.
weeks; after returning from Other students who attended: Greg Donahue and Aaron Wiltshire:
the Sports and Entertainment travel and tourism, Abby Mixer and Scott Supple: travel and tour-
Conference last month they
had to prepare for the state
ism, Karen Otis: quick serve marketing, Derek Cavander and Steve
Egan: financial management, Colin McSweeny: principals of hos-
March Madness Begins!
DECA competition. The stu- pitality, Chelsea Salverio: apparel and accessories marketing, Amy Watch the Games on our 8 large screen TV’s!
dents brought home numerous Sapienza: retailing marketing and Colby Ward: hotel and lodging March 22nd - Monday Night Trivia 9pm
certificates, trophies and med- marketing.
March 24th - Island Creek Oyster Night
als from the competition, held Students attending the national DECA Conference in Louisville, KY:
and Music by Kathy Hayden 730pm
at the Marriott Copley Plaza in Pat Leonard, Darren Bunch, Justin Costa and Vinnie McDougall.
March 25th
Boston. EVERY TUESDAY
Whitman-Hanson DECA telephone and Internet to ex- ence. 7:00PM TO 9:00PM Music of Ken Snow 9pm
advisor Nina Consolini said pand. Bunch said that the role- LIVE IRISH MUSIC March 26th
that this year the chapter took During the competition, plays in the state competition SEISIUN
Music of Kristen Merlin 9pm
the largest group of students to Leonard was also asked to ad- were more detailed and asked March 28th
compete in the state competi- vertise for a store during tour- specific questions about mar- Music of Amy Basse 4pm
tion. Twenty students com- ist season. He decided the best keting.
peted in several categories, approach for the role-play was Bunch scored second
including individual, team, to come up with a theme. He place on his economics test
written projects and the DECA chose to use a campsite theme and placed third overall in his
Quiz Bowl. This was also the and promoted the sale of tents, category. 'VMM.FOV EBJMZTQFDJBMT
first year the club brought their S’mores ingredients, flash- He is excited to spend five PQFOEBJMZBUtEBZTBXFFLT
sophomore members to the lights and batteries. days in Louisville. 781-447-7333
state level, Consolini said. Leonard said he expects Bunch set a goal to com- 546 WASHINGTON ST., WHITMAN
The Whitman-Hanson attending nationals to be very pete in nationals this year after
different from last year, be- he placed 14th in last year’s
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students brought home seven
medals and will have four stu- cause it will not be located in state competition.
dents taking the next step to Anaheim, Calif. “Now I will have to make
compete in the national DECA
competition this April in Lou-
isville, Ky.
Numerous students from
“It will be cool to see a
part of the country I have nev-
er been to before,” he said.
During last year’s national
a new goal for nationals,” he
said.
Also going to nationals
will be Justin Costa and Vinnie
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chapter were recognized for a medal for his written exam.
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fourth in the advertising cam-
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years of service.
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the overall winner for the a national tour of “RENT.” welcomed to attend Senator
food marketing category. For Bunch, a member of Whitman- Kennedy’s district hours.
Hanson theatre, has acted in Kennedy’s office is lo- Call Today for a No-Obligation Consultation
the role-play he was asked to
imagine he worked at a super- the Norwell Company Theater cated in the East Wing of the
market and to use certain tech- production of “RENT.” Statehouse in Room 109-E. 781-878-8857 877-878-7080
niques to build market share. Bunch said to get his point The telephone number is Business Line Toll Free
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involving their priorities. fees often decrease participa-
Officials said there could tion over a period of time.
be a possibility of a five per- School Committee mem-
cent cut in Chapter 70 funding ber Steve Egan said he partici-
from the state, and this would pated in sports when he was a
mean an additional $2 million Whitman-Hanson student and
shortfall. he feels it is an “invaluable ex-
Gilbert-Whitner said that perience.”
the projected revenue offi- He said he would hate to
cials expected the district to
Athletic Director Jim Daley see the district go in a cafete-
discussed the pros and cons ria-style direction where stu-
gain was $200,000, but as of of charging sports user fees
January only $24,000 has been dents would have to pay for
at the last School Committee what they use.
generated.
To balance the budget,
school officials are looking into
meeting.

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down to $2,739,136. After the
$800,000 the committee voted
the assessment. Due to pub-
lication deadline the update 10’ x 10’ Kitchen
athletic programs, library ser-
vices, four positions in opera-
tions and maintenance, close
to transfer, the district is look-
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Local wrestler wins New


England Championship
continued from page one
New England Championships.
In the state and New England
competitions Bechen compet-
ed against fifth and sixth grad-
ers at 100 lbs.
Before competing in the
state wrestling champion-
ship, Bechen wrestled in the
Duxbury competition for sec-
tional qualifier, and he finished “Josh is a hard worker who’ll
third. bring common sense and the
Bechen then went on to the right mix of experience to
state finals in Chelmsford. He
Beacon Hill.”
competed against the top seed-
ed wrestler and pinned him in – Bill Cullity,
the first period, Bechen’s fa- Fmr. Pembroke Selectman
ther Jeff said. Josh Bechen (top) works hard to pin his opponent during the state
In the semi-final matches competition held in Chelmsford. Photos courtesy of Jeff Bechen
he pinned his challengers. In
his final match, he was unsuc-
cessful in pinning his oppo-
nent.
Bechen’s father said the
match was close up until the
third period, when he put his
opponent on his back, thus re-
ceiving more points. His over-
all score was 11 to 4.
When Bechen advanced
to the New England champi-
onships, his first match was
against the second place Rhode
Island finisher. In his semi-
final match his opponent was
the Vermont state champion.
In his final match, he wrestled
the opponent that defeated him Jeff Bechen faces his opponent during a Marshfield tournament.
in the state sectional. Jeff teaches his little brother the techniques he learned at the
Bechen said the two boys high school level of wrestling.
have gone back and forth, often receive advanced train- further along and the pres- “Josh is highly dedicated to
winning and losing matches ing from the high school wres- sure began to spike, Bechen’s the community and his small
to each other over the past few tling team. grades in school also began to business background will serve
years. Bechen said that the middle improve. His father said that us well in the state legislature.”
“He was finally able to schoolers are both dedicated to he is proud of him doing well
–– Kathleen Keegan,
pin him,” Bechen said. “I am the sport and they enjoy it. in school and enjoying the Pembroke businesswoman
proud of him, and how calm The advanced training has sport.
he stayed.” taught Bechen a great deal and Bechen said what he likes
Bechen said that he of- he has learned several differ- best about youth wrestling is “Josh has a record of working
ten sees other kids get over- ent techniques. with people to achieve
that the kids aren’t faced with community goals and get
whelmed and lose focus, but Bechen said as his son be- losing or gaining weight to
that his son manages to stay came more involved in wres- make a certain weight class. results.”
calm and focused on the task tling, he noticed that he was In addition to wrestling, – Brian VanRiper,
at hand. more determined and focused Bechen also enjoys play-
Pembroke Planning Board
The 11-year-old, along than ever. As the season got ing baseball and football.
with another middle schooler, Bechen said his family would
like to thank Russell Lindsay
Coffeehouse concert and silent for all the time and effort he
dedicated to training the boys.
auction fundraiser
The United Methodist Church in Whitman, 503 South
Ave., will host a Coffeehouse Concert and Silent Auction
Fundraiser on Saturday, March 27 at 7 p.m. The Jesus Project
Band (jesusprojectband.com) will be performing and a large
Youth Hockey
assortment of items donated by local businesses and individu-
als will be up for bid at this event. Admission is $5 at the door
registration
and there will be a drawing for a door prize. In addition to sup- Whitman/Hanson/Kings-
porting the spiritual ministries of the band, proceeds from this ton Youth Hockey is holding
fundraiser will also help the Lawler Family of East Bridgewa- registration for the 2010-11
ter cover medical and travel expenses involved with the treat- hockey season for both boys
ment of their daughter, suffering from fibrodysplasia ossifi- and girls programs. On-line/
cans progressiva. This extremely rare genetic disease affects mail-in registration is open un-
one in two million people and causes bone to form in muscles, til March 18. Go to whkhawks.
tendons, ligaments and other connective tissues. There have org to register or download
only been 600 confirmed cases across the globe, 230 of which forms. Mailed forms can be
are in the US. sent to P.O. Box 41, Hanson,
For more information on this rare disease, visit ifopa.org. Ma. 02341. A walk-in regis-
For those unable to attend the event, donations may also be tration will be held on March
made directly to The Morgan Fund, 189 Belmont St., East 18 at VFW Hall, Essex Street,
Bridgewater. For more information, call Sue Anderson at Whitman from 7– 9 p.m.
781-447-4366 or e-mail suelee237@msn.com. www.JoshCutler.com
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State of emergency declared in Salon Allura


Whitman after storm “There is beauty in us all”
By Stephanie Spyropoulos, Express Staff ~ HOURS ~
Steph@whitmanexpress.com
Mon, Tues, Fri 10-5 • Closed Wednesdays • Thurs 10-8 • Sat 9-4
After enduring nearly five
days of rain, Whitman resi-
dents are coming to grips with 309 Main Street • Hanson • 781.293.4444
the devastating amounts of
water that have been dumped
in yards and roadways. Many
residents experienced flooding
in their basements with low
lying areas looking more like
ponds than yards.
Route 27 in Whitman was
closed after the cresting of the
Shumatuscacant River created
a large sinkhole by the T sta- Whitman Police and Fire declared sections of South Avenue closed
tion on South Avenue. Pond after a portion of the street caved in when the Shumatuscacant
Street, which intersects with River over flowed.
South Avenue, was complete- on Pond Street, had the power clared a state of emergency for Exhaust - Tune Ups - Brakes - Oil Change and more
ly covered in water from the shut off to the building due to the town of Whitman at 7:45 COMPUTER DIAGNOSTICS
overflow. the early morning flooding. a.m. on Monday morning.
The Whitman Fire De-
partment began answering
The department remained
working throughout the night
The areas between Bedford
Street, Route 14 and Route 27
Banner’s Automotive Service
COMPLETE SERVICE FOR AUTOS & TRUCKS!
calls for flooding at 9 p.m. on to try to assist residences. were re-opened on Tuesday.
Sunday evening, according to South Avenue was re- It has been many years Oil Change
Whitman Fire Chief Timothy opened after several hours just since Route 18 has been Special $
1995
Grenno. in time for the closing of a por- closed, but it has happened be- By Appointment Only – Up to 5 qts. of oil, most cars & trucks, Offer end 3/31/2010.
With all staff members in tion of Bedford Street, Route fore, Grenno said. 712 Monponsett St., Hanson
the station, the Fire Depart- 18. The Fire Department and Phone: 781-293-2355 Fax: 781-293-3558
ment reported over 100 calls in A large sign was set up by DPW continued to aid in water
less than 24 hours on Monday, the town Department of Public related problems late into the
Grenno said, and continued to
respond to calls on Tuesday.
Most of the needs were
Works employees. The sign sat
on the side of Bedford Street
afternoon Tuesday.
Governor Deval Patrick
Rocco’s! It’s no secret,
warning drivers to be cautious declared a state of emergency, Rocco’s has the
water related for basements of the area before the final de- which allowed for monies to
and heating systems, which cision was made to close the be freed up and resources to
best Eggplant
had to be shut down, he said. area off. aid those who were affected Parmesan!
Hatfield & Sons Furni- Chairman of the Board of by flooding.
ture Restoration, a business Selectman Carl Kowalski de- CAFE PORTO BELLO
PIZZERIA AND TAKE-OUT

Tips for after the flood


“Flood dangers do not contents for insurance claims. away food that has come in
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end when the waters begin to Look for hazards such as contact with floodwaters. Pasta • Gourmet Pizza Hours:
recede,” said Whitman Fire broken or leaking gas lines, Have debris hauled away Sandwiches • Salads Monday–Sat.
Chief Tim Grenno this week. flooded electrical circuits, before it causes additional A little taste of Italy in Hanover 11am–8pm
To that end, Chief Grenno submerged furnaces or electri- heath hazards. Yards that have
shared this information to help cal appliances and damaged been contaminated by flooded
ensure the continued safety sewage systems. Report them sewage systems should be
of residents, property and the to the utility company or lo- disinfected by a liberal appli-
community.” cal authorities. Until local cation of lime. Children and
  Avoid floodwaters. The authorities proclaim your wa- animals should be kept away
water may be contaminated by ter supply safe, boil water for from limed areas until the lime
oil, gasoline or raw sewage. drinking and food preparation is no longer visible.
Wash your hands frequently
with soap and clean water
vigorously for five minutes be-
fore using.
If your home, apartment or
business has suffered damage,
We have gift
if you come in contact with Flooded buildings should call your insurance company or certificates available
floodwaters. Never attempt to be pumped out and disin- agent who handles your flood
drive into or through flood- fected. Pump out basements insurance right away to file a
waters. Your vehicle can be gradually, about 1/3 per day, to claim. The Federal Emergency
quickly swept away by as little avoid structural damage. After Management Agency adminis-
as two feet of moving water. the water is pumped out, solid ters the National Flood Insur-
Many flood fatalities are ve- wastes should be disposed ance Plan through the Federal
hicle related. Be aware of ar- of in a functioning sewage Insurance Administration. The
eas where floodwaters have disposal system or sealed in NFIP makes flood insurance
receded. Roads may have plastic bags for disposal in an available in communities that
weakened and could collapse approved landfill. All flooded adopt and enforce ordinances
under the weight of your car. floor and wall surfaces should to reduce flood damage.
Avoid all downed power- be washed with a solution Be a good neighbor. Make
lines. Electrical current can of two capfuls of household sure those around you are safe
travel through water. Assume bleach for each gallon of wa- and have the help that they
all wires are live. Report ter. Carpeting, mattresses and need. Be prepared for a rough
downed electrical wires to upholstered furniture should time. Recovering from a flood R.K. Builders, Inc.
your utility company or local be disposed of or cleaned and is a big job. It is taxing on the
authorities.   Before return- disinfected by a professional body and spirit. The after- ‡CUSTOM BUILDING
ing to a building, inspect for cleaner. Dampness in base- effects of this type of disaster ‡RENOVATIONS
cracks or other damage. When ments, walls, carpets, and on you and your family may ‡ADDITIONS
entering, use extreme caution; wood provide an excellent en- last a long time. Consult a ‡KITCHENS & BATHS
making sure that the building vironment for mold to flourish. health professional on how to
is not in danger of collapsing. If you see or smell mold, take recognize and care for anxiety, 617-892-3956
Take pictures of the dam- immediate steps to eliminate stress and fatigue. GENERAL CONTRACTOR
age, both to the house and its the excess moisture. Throw RICHARD DOUGLASS
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Lunch Menus
Week of March 22
all Schools:
Send School news & Photos
Monday: Toasted cheese sandwich, oven
to whroster@clipperpress.com
fried potatoes, chicken noodle soup, orange
the Deadline is Monday at noon. smile.
Tuesday: Chicken nuggets with dipping
sauce, brown rice pilaf, corn, apple slices

It’s MCAS time at WMS with cinnamon.

A
Wednesday: Beef taco, lettuce, tomato and
cheese, Spanish rice, tossed salad, chilled
s spring approach- take it. fruit.
es our thoughts Principally Helping Your Child to Thursday: Oven baked chicken, mashed po-
turn to the MCAS Perform Well on the MCAS tatoes, gravy, dinner roll, corn, chilled apple-
tests that our students will be Speaking It’s important to discuss sauce.
taking next week. The below with children why this test Friday: Mozzarella sticks, soft pretzel, salsa,
paragraphs is important and how it can coleslaw, chilled fruit.
were taken complete the MCAS. Private affect the outcome of their
from an ar- and home school students are education. When explaining
ticle located
at /math-and-
not required to take the test at
this time, and currently are not
the importance of the MCAS,
remind your children that the
Interactive Mystery Dinner
reading-help- able to participate in this test- tests are nothing new, and not The Whitman Duval School PTO and The R.H. Players have
for-kids.org/ ing, even by request. too scary. In fact, these tests planned an Interactive Mystery Dinner on March 27 at 7 p.m. at
articles/The_ How the MCAS Can are designed to measure the the Whitman VFW on Essex Street. Enjoy dinner, an interac-
By George Ferro tive show, raffles and dancing. Tickets are $30. Contact Marci
Whitman Middle MCAS_Test. skills their teachers should al-
Help Students Succeed
Principal html. I hope Educators and parents ready have taught them. Your Moulton to reserve your tickets at 781-447-6846 or mscraw-
you find the are able to use the results of child’s teacher should be able ford827@verizon.net.
information informative. MCAS to assess their stu- to provide you with informa-
What Students Must dents’ progress and identify tion about grade level stan-
Take the MCAS and Why?
The 1993 Education Re-
their strengths and their weak-
nesses. The test results provide
dards. If not, you’ll be able to
find that information online
Tax-Aide Program available
form Law requires that all information which can help via the Massachusetts’ public Student volunteers at Whitman-Hanson Regional High
students be given the chance students to perform at higher school Web site, doe.mass. School are available to assist senior citizens and taxpayers
to learn according to the Mas- academic levels and can help edu. with low to moderate income in filing basic tax forms. The
sachusetts academic learning teachers to create curricula The WMS MCAS sched- service is free and available on Thursdays and Fridays from
standards. These standards that are aligned with statewide ule is as follows: 2-4 p.m. in the school library at 610 Franklin St.,Whitman.
provide structure to a teacher’s standards. The MCAS can be Grade 6 will be on March Call 781-618-7155 to schedule an appointment.
lesson plans and tests and are used to determine whether 23 and 24.
used in all of Massachusetts’ students have achieved the Grade 7 will be on March
public schools and school academic level necessary to 23 - 25. Haitian relief effort at Duval Elementary
districts. The law requires earn their high school diplo- Grade 8 will be on March Students in Brian DeSantes’ fourth grade class raised money
all public school students at mas. If students do not pass 23 and 24. for the citizens of Haiti last month. Individuals made donation
a given grade level, includ- the MCAS, they will be given cans for all fourth grade classes and fourth graders put in their
ing charter school students, to multiple opportunities to re- spare coins over a three-week period. The students counted up
the money raised which totaled around $140. A check was re-
cently sent to the Red Cross Haiti Relief Fund. The students
Students compete in State DECA event were very happy to help out and are congratulated for their ef-
fort.

Scout recycling day


Boy Scout Troop 59 will be holding an electronic recy-
cling day and can and bottle drive on Saturday, March 20. The
event will take place from 9 a.m. to 1p.m. in the Saftler’s park-
ing lot located at 342 Bedford St. Proceeds will benefit Troop
59 Boy Scout summer camp costs.

• Full Service
FERRY’S • MA Inspection

Senior Darren Bunch placed


Automotive Station
• Diesel Fuel
Quiz Bowl participants: Annie O’Donnell, Rachel Pellegrine, Siobhan third overall in the state • Computerized
O’Malley and Lindsay Clay placed in the top three for schools on the competition in his category Diagnostic Emissions
test during the state DECA competition held in Boston this month. of sports and entertainment & Engine Analyzer
marketing.
781-293-9957
Liberty & Winter Street (Rte. 58)
“Hanson’s One Stop Fuel Shop.” HANSON
(Across from Town Hall)

Blackoil Sunflower Seed


20lbs bag $9.99

Free Seminar Series: March 17th,


7:00-8:30pm "Growing Fruit Trees"
– Call to register–

Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8-5pm


Sat. 8-5pm / Sun. 9-5pm
24%s(!.3/.
781-447-5400
Senior Vinnie McDougall and his team partner, Justin Costa, placed fourth in the advertising cam-
(1 mile north of Shaw’s)
paign event and will be heading to nationals in April.
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Weekend Treasure
Scavengers Chest

Garage Sale
Saturday, March 20, 10-3. 769
Center St (Rt. 36) Pembroke.
Includes sports cards and
collectibles, Ephemera,
postcards, tools, vintage
furniture, oil lamps, books, Entertainment Center
porcelain doors galore, Hooker solid maple entertainment
household items and more. center. Excellent condition.
57(l) x 54"(h) x 22(d) overall
CLASSIFIEDS ON THE WEB: www.whitmanhansonexpress.com Treasure dimensions with 28" x 28" area
for TV, plus shelving for media
EMAIL: classifieds@clipperpress.com • CLASSIFIED DEPT: 781-934-2811 Chest equipment, and two lower
drawers. $300. 781-934-0241.

Chubby Coal Stove


Holds 25 lbs., 10 hour burn or Beautiful Antique Sofa
log 15” L x 5” diameter. Includes 82” walnut sofa, upholstered in
accessories. $295. Call cream (off-white) damask. In
There’s no better value than the Express Classifieds. Your message reaches 781-447-5916. perfect condition. Truly exquisite.
thousands of loyal Whitman & Hanson Express readers for as little as $7.50 a Asking $900. Please call
week. Plus you get added exposure on our Web site at no extra charge. Add our 781-826-2587.
sister publications in Duxbury or Pembroke for one low cost.

STANDARD RATES Homeward


Bound
All standard
classifieds include EXTRAS! House for Rent
Plymouth - I BR furnished
40 words or less.
carriage house on small pond.
Each additional � Add dingbat Cherry China Cabinet
Five minute walk to ocean beach.
word is 25 cents. Pristine condition. Interior
One Paper Two Papers All Papers
$1 a week lighting. Glass shelves on top and
Hardwood floors, fireplace,
secluded area. First, last, security.
storage drawers on the bottom.
1 WEEK $
10 00 $
1300 $
1500 � Add border
$2 a week
$600 or best offer. Must see to be
appreciated, the picture does not
Cable and electric included.
$1250/mo. Call 508-224-3929.

2 WEEKS 9
$ 00 $
1200 $
1400 do it justice. Please call
781-248-7278. Oceanfront Summer Rental
� Reverse ad Duxbury Beach. One prime
4 WEEKS 7
$ 50 $
1050 $
1250 $4 a week
Ethan Allen Dining Room Set
summer week left. Beautiful 4 BR,
2 bath home. Spectacular ocean
Seats 6. Four captains chairs, 2 views from multi decks. Fully
ladderbacks. Oak pedestal furnished, fully appointed
Place your classified whenever, WHEEL DEAL! octagonal table in very good
condition. Additional leaf for extra
including washer, dryer, cable,
wireless internet, grill and beach
and wherever, inspiration strikes. seating. $500 or best offer. Call
781-934-0615.
chairs. No pets, no smoking.
Longer term rentals available
Replacement Windows between Aug. 29, 2010 and May
HOW TO ORDER: Place your classified online anytime at
Brand new replacement windows 15, 2011. Call Jim for terms,
www.southshorexpress.com or by calling 781-934-2811 during
business hours. You may also drop off your classified in person still in the crate. Purchased at 508-651-2740.
at our office on Rt. 27 in Hanson or at one of our drop boxes Horner Mill Work in Pembroke. Plymouth Center Apartment
around town. Call 508-747-0094. 1 BR, short walk to harbor,
DEADLINES: The deadline to place a classified for the current GUARANTEED AUTO For Sale off-street parking. High ceilings, 4
week is Tuesday at 1pm. Classified orders placed after that time PACKAGE WITH PHOTO Downsizing. 3-year-old Ariens bright and sunny rooms. Washer,
will run in the following week. 24” snow thrower w/ electric dryer and dumpster. $950/mo.
Your car, truck, or boat gets start. Rarely used, like new. plus utilities. First, last and
PAYMENT METHOD: All classifieds must be paid for at time of premium exposure with our security. No pets, no smoking.
order. We accept all major credit cards. Asking $325. Approximately
Guaranteed Auto Deal. 9-year-old Scag 36” commercial 508-224-3929.
FREE LOST & FOUND: If you’ve lost or found an item place your Your package includes full walk behind lawn mower.
classified in the Express at no charge. exposure in all of our Kawasaki V-twin 15HP engine. Whitman Two BR Apt
award-winning publications Excellent condition, asking Heat and hot water included.
RUN YOUR AD IN THE DUXBURY CLIPPER: Increase your and website. Best of all you Newly painted and updated.
exposure by running your classified in our sister papers, The $1350. Call Jim, 781-883-6454.
can put a photo of your Modern, second floor. Large
Duxbury Clipper and The Pembroke Express, for an additional $5. vehicle right in your ad. Power Wheelchair yard, off street parking. Owner
RATES & WORD LIMIT: Standard classified rate is $10 a week There’s no better way to sell Model Action Power 9000. $700. occupied. Available immediately.
for 40 words or less. If you need more than 40 words there is an your car, truck or boat. Please call 781-447-5766. No dogs. Deleaded. Lots of
additional charge of 25 cents a word. We’re so confident you’ll 1 Gallon Benjamin Moore Paint storage. $1050. Call
agree that we guarantee to Sky blue, never opened, 781-447-4602, please leave name
BORDERS & DINGBATS: Spice up your ad with an optional add- run your ad until the and phone number.
on. Add a border for $2 a week extra or a dingbat character for an purchased March 9, at
vehicle is sold! Whitman Wallpaper for $37.
extra $1 a week. Water View Room
Can’t return. Will sacrifice for Furnished room with water view.
TREASURE CHEST & WHEEL DEAL SPECIALS: Sell those
treasures in your attic or your car, truck, or boat with our
guaranteed classified deal. For one flat-rate your premium
$3995 INCLUDES
PHOTO!!!
$25. Call 781-447-2029.
For Sale
Own bathroom, shared kitchen
and laundry. Only clean and
Customer must supply photo.
classified runs in all our print and web editions including the May be digital or print. Blue twin sized car bed. Asking resposible female apply. own
Duxbury Clipper and includes a user-supplied photo to help sell $100; Kids bureau, asking $40; entrance, shared utilities. Large
your item. We’re so confident you’ll agree that we guarantee to GUARANTEED Inline boy’s skates, sizes 2-5, wall TV Cable internet landline
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PLACE YOUR CLASSIFIED ORDER ON OUR WEBSITE 24/7 OR CALL DURING REGULAR BUSINESS HOURS...

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At Your Whether you’re in At Your At Your


Service Hanson, Whitman... Service Service
Waterproofing Patio & Walkway Restoration
Wet basements made dry. Also, Landscape Construction If you have a weedy, sunken
concrete work: floors, driveways, Small scale design and patio/walkway, I can make it
pools, patios. 30 years construction specializing in look new! By powerwashing,
experience. Free estimates. Call walls, walkways, patios and lifting sunken areas and
John at 781-447-9913 or 508- plantings. One man operation poly-sanding, I can bring your
826-5907. to make sure the job is done patio/walkway back to “like
right the first time, every time. new” condition. Call Jonathan
Young, reliable, experienced Hopfgarten, 781-706-7031.
Cooking Classes
and fast. Call Jonathan
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Bernardo’s Restaurant. Learn
how to prepare and cook and Custom Framing welcomes
innovative dishes in three to ten Eileen Picariello and Carol
O’Grady Landscape Sherwood, and their 20 years of
minutes. Call for details, Now scheduling spring
781-293-0555. professional craftsmanship,
cleanups, full lawn maintenance creativity, and experience to
programs, dethatching, spring guarantee a framing design that
Junk Vehicles Wanted
lime, overseeding, shrub will best suit your artwork, and
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service landscape company that
Specializing in cleanouts of Premium sedan. Fully loaded with
would like to take care of all your
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needs. Spring cleanups, lawn
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sales and service. Fully licensed Lic., HIC, and insurance. Don’t
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and insured. Call Keith at K. B. take chances with your largest
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Guidetti Mechanical, Investment. Also, wood
in interior work. Skim coating The Paint Saint
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years experience. Call Steve, washing and window washing.
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Plantation Shutters and Blinds (cell). with a smile. Will paint your Michael’s Windows & Gutter Completely refurbished 4-speed,
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blinds and shutters. Specializing No job too small. Junk removal, Andrew for your free estimate. A local service. Windows start at extras, remarkable condition.
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$300 off Exterior Painting
experience. John, 781-727-0207. Lawn Mow Pros
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Local minor leaguers


hoping for a big year
continued from page 23 year was supposed to be his 24-year old infielder has never
stead of just going out there first full season in the minors, played.
and playing. But I finished the but a torn quadriceps muscle “It’s been a little differ-
season strong and that allowed and two concussions limited ent,” he said. “You have to be
me another opportunity [with Delaney to just 70 games and the leader on the field, and that
the Marlins].” a .207 average with the Brew- is not a problem for me.”
The 27-year-old Delaney ers’ Class A affiliate, the Wis- For Brandon Josselyn,
expects to return to AA after consin Timber Rattlers. Now, drafted by the Seattle Mari-
the Marlins break camp, play- Delaney said he is back to 100 ners last year of out Yale, this
ing for the Jacksonville Suns percent and anxious to get his is his first spring training. The
and Tim Leiper, his former career going again in 2010. former Whitman-Hanson and
manager with Altoona and one “Things didn’t go exactly Post 22 Legion standout was
of the reasons Delaney sus- how I planned,” Delaney said. selected in the 25th round last
pects the Marlins were inter- “But right now, I feel like I’m spring and went straight to the
ested in his services. in the best shape I’ve been in Rookie League Pulaski Mari-
“He was probably pivotal to start a season and I’m look- ners before finishing the year
in me coming here,” Delaney ing forward to this year — I with the Class A Clinton Lum-
said of Leiper. think it will be a good one for ber Kings; which he, like John
If he has a good spring and me.” Delaney, said was not the big
gets off to a fast start in Jack- When he did play, Delaney adjustment he expected.
sonville, Delaney hopes that said A ball felt more like an “Rookie ball had a lot of
he is a few lucky breaks away extension of his years at Quin- kids right out of high school
from finally getting the call to nipiac rather than a big adjust- that were free-swingers,” he John Delaney is hoping the strong arm he showed at third base
the show. ment and is confident that he said. “In Clinton, the hitters will help him move up in the Milwaukee Brewers’ farm system
can make an impact now that were more advanced than col- as a catcher.
Photo courtesy of the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers
“I had some great years at
AA, and you are always just he is fully healthy. lege and I did learn a lot, but home run. Mavericks and from there, the
a couple of injuries or a cou- “To me, it wasn’t a big they used wooden bats so it “It’s different, but I actual- AA West Tenn Diamond Jaxx.
ple of good weeks away,” he jump,” he said. “There was balanced out.” ly like it,” he said of his move From AA, he hopes it is only a
said. “It’s going to be a long nothing I hadn’t seen before The biggest adjustment for to the bullpen. “I like not matter of time before he is suit-
year and we’ll see how it plays and it was just the best players Josselyn has been the change knowing when I’m going to ing up for Seattle and coming
out.” from each team [in college]. I from starter to reliever. A pitch and having to get ready out of the bullpen at SafeCo
While Jason is starting still think I have the ability to starter through high school quickly; it takes some of the Field.
his fifth full season of profes- play there.” and college, Josselyn did not stress out of it. I’m always go- “My goals are high, but
sional baseball, his younger Delaney hopes to move start a game in Rookie League ing to love starting, but I think I’m on a two-year plan [to
brother John is still hoping up in the Brewers organiza- or A ball, but adapted quickly there are going to be more op- make the majors],” he said.
to get through his first. The tion behind a strong arm and to coming out of the bullpen portunities as a reliever.” “I probably won’t break with
Milwaukee Brewers drafted a Mark DeRosa-like versatil- and posted a 0.75 earned-run- Josselyn admitted his High Desert, but as long as I
John out of Quinnipiac in the ity to play almost anywhere average in 24 innings with the personal goals are lofty, but finish the season there, I’m on
25th round of the 2008 entry on the diamond. He reported Lumber Kings while strik- hopes to earn a promotion to track and where I want to be.”
draft, and he spent the rest of early to Brewers camp in Ari- ing out 18 and not allowing a the advanced A High Desert
the year in the Rookie League zona this year to add catcher
to his repertoire, a position the
The players through the years
with the Helena Brewers. Last

Jason Delaney
Year Tm G R H 2B 3B HR RBI BA

2005 Williamsport 55 19 42 8 0 0 13 .213

2006 Hickory 128 64 137 27 3 9 75 .300

2007 Lynchburg 72 39 85 16 3 9 44 .340

2007 Altoona 65 25 59 10 0 7 35 .265

2008 Altoona 109 42 107 21 3 7 43 .292

2008 Indianapolis 30 18 25 6 1 0 8 .255

2009 Altoona 125 49 118 25 5 7 65 .271

2009 Indianapolis 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000

5 Seasons 586 256 573 113 15 39 283 .282

John Delaney
Year Tm G R H 2B 3B HR RBI BA

2008 Helena 75 63 79 12 5 9 33 .262

2009 Wisconsin 70 19 49 17 0 1 22 .207

2 Seasons 145 82 128 29 5 10 55 .237

Brandon Josselyn
Year Tm W L ERA G SV R ER SO

2009 Pulaski 0 1 3.18 8 1 9 6 18

2009 Clinton 0 1 0.75 14 3 3 2 18


Brandon Josselyn finished 2009 with the Clinton Lumber Kings
after being drafted by the Mariners and hopes to move up the 1 Season 0 2 1.76 22 4 12 8 36
ladder this season as a reliever. Photo courtesy of the Lumber Kings

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An open challenge Mewis named Mass. Player


L of the Year for girls soccer
ast year around this time, I made my point-of-view
about the Boston University vs. Boston College
hockey rivalry clear. While my editors enjoyed
my columns about the Beanpot and my Terriers winning the continued from page 23 leader,” she said. “I loved play- opportunities to travel. It’s all
NCAA championship, they said I needed to make the col- best season in a Panthers’ uni- ing with [Kristie and Devin] worth it.”
umns more localized to fit the Express’ standards. form, it was only the second and it’s always been fun, but I When Mewis does get
The teams are 2-2 against each other this season and 1-1 full one for the junior mid- think I just had to step it up a a break this summer before
in what you can call “bragging rights” fielder after she missed most of little bit.” starting her senior season with
games with BU winning at Fenway her sophomore year to play for Mewis ran indoor track the Panthers, she will have one
The Tale of
the U.S. National team at the briefly for the Panthers this less worry than her classmates
Park and BC taking the Beanpot. If
the Tape Under-17 World Cup. While winter before going to Gua- as she has already declared to
the Eagles and Terriers win on Friday
Mewis began racking up the temala and then to Spain with UCLA. She said she is also
(which both should do), they will the national team. Next, she hopeful that she and the Pan-
face each other for the Hockey East points immediately upon her
return last fall, the Panthers heads to Florida for a camp thers can win back-to-back
championship next week in what will as one of four high school South Sectionals and told Pan-
struggled in the early going
likely be the rubber game this season, and it took an embarrassing students selected for the U.S. ther fans that there is still more
because I doubt they will meet in the early-season loss to Duxbury Soccer Federation U-20 World to come from her this fall.
NCAAs. So in honor of (hopefully) a for them to turn the corner. Cup team, which will play in “I hope I can build off last
fifth game this season and in the spirit “One of the turning points Germany this July. year,” she said. “We’ll just do
of local journalism, I am blatantly in the season was when we lost “I hope after the World our best and do as well as we
By Dave Palana ripping off an episode on “Man Vs. to Duxbury,” Mewis said. “We Cup I can just relax and then did last year. Hopefully, we
Food” I saw on my plane ride home realized we needed to come to- have another good high school can still be as close and it will
gether more and be more unit- season,” she said. “It’s really be fun.”
from Hawaii and challenging any
ed as a team. We came back exciting and I get such good
maroon-loving loser who is a Boston College fan in Whit-
man, Hanson or Pembroke: Face me in the Eagle’s Challenge and started playing better and
at Eagle’s Deli in Cleveland Circle (because Boston College
isn’t actually in Boston — yet another reason is it stupid).
being more social together. We
just clicked and went on a win- Bring On The Comedy Night
ning streak.”
As someone who has eaten there, I can personally assure Whitman-Hanson Boys Hockey Boosters will sponsor a
While Mewis has been a
you that Eagle’s has earned their “Bring On The Comedy Night” on May 8 from 7:30-12 p.m.
star for her entire high school
Boston’s Best recognition for great at the Whitman VFW to help raise funds for the junior varsity
If by some fluke career, she had also always
burgers, but it’s really not going to and varsity boys hockey program. The evening will feature
been surrounded by stars either
matter on this day. The Eagle’s Chal- Maine or Vermont three comedians, lights snacks, a cash bar and raffles. Raffles
on the national team or with
win and BC and include a one-night suite at the Lenox Hotel in Back Bay,
lenge is five pounds of beef, 20 slices her sister Kristie and 100-goal
which includes a $100 gift card at the City Bar restaurant
of cheese and 20 strips of bacon with BU don’t get their scorer Devin Petta on the Pan-
located in the hotel and a Bauer Vapor X-60 hockey stick.
five pounds of fries on the side. I hate rubber match, the thers. But with Kristie Mewis
Tickets for the night and raffles can be purchased through
cheese, so we’ll cut that out for the at Boston College and Petta at
bragging rights for any parent of a player, by visiting the Website wh-hockey.
purposes of this challenge, but I think Northeastern, Sam found her
the season could com and clicking the link for instructions, or at the door of
somewhere around the two-pound self no longer as a star – she
the event based on availability.
rest on your belly. If was THE star.
mark, the burgers could be made in Any questions, contact Jack Glynn at gatormedik@com-
you’ve got the gut “I think I had to step up a
Heaven and you wouldn’t care how cast.net or call 781-447-8116 to purchase tickets direct.
little bit more and try to be a
good they taste. (literally) to step up
No one has ever finished the chal- to the challenge,

SENIOR MOMENTS
lenge, and those who fail get their bring it on! I’ll be
Polaroid put on the Wall of Shame. waiting hungrily.
I have no plans on finishing, but
this is what I propose: Whoever eats
the most in one hour wins, and the loser goes on the Wall of
Shame and in the Express wearing the hockey jersey of the
A visit with girls indoor track
winner.
captain Aly Tully

T
If by some fluke Maine or Vermont win and BC and BU
don’t get their rubber match, the bragging rights for the sea-
ully started her school year as part of the South Sectional
son could rest on your belly. If you’ve got the gut (literally) to champion girls soccer team and then captained the girls
step up to the challenge, bring it on! I’ll be waiting hungrily. track team to a Patriot League indoor track champion-
ship this winter. She hopes to continue her winning ways this
*P.S. I am only doing this once so if you want in — reply spring with the spring track team before going to college. She
quickly. shared her thoughts on…
The Tale of the Tape is a weekly column by Sports Editor Dave Palana.
He can be reached by e-mail at david@hansonexpress.com. … her college plans. I’m not positive where I’m going to
go to college, but I know I want to major in physical therapy and
get my doctorate degree. Simmons College is probably my top
choice right now and I have gotten in. I really like where it is, I
like being in the city and it is small.
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… her decision to go into physical therapy. I had to take
physical therapy when I got injured. I like how it is very hands on
and I like helping people.

… her sports. I really love soccer because I’ve been doing it


all my life, but I’m better at track. I picked it up as a freshman and
I’ve been doing it ever since. I high jump and run the 4x400 relay.
I really like high jump a lot because it’s a field event and it’s differ-
FRIDAY NIGHT ent. The 4x400 relay is one of the more intense events. I really like
7:30-9pm the competition.
PLEASE JOIN US FOR
MEAT RAFFLE … spare time. I like to shop and hang out with my friends. That’s
pretty much it. [Laughs.]

… her favorite memories. Being South Sectional champs in soc-


cer this year and beating Hingham for the league championship in
track. It was a pretty good year for track.

… her goals for her future. I just want to be successful and I want
to pursue physical therapy.

As told to Sports Editor Dave Palana


Thursday, March 18, 2010 The Express – Your Hometown Newspaper! 23

Cheerleaders heading to Nationals


Panthers take
second at
States to earn a
trip to Florida
By Dave Palana, Sports Editor
dave@pembrokexpress.com

A minor penalty knocked


the Panther cheerleaders out
of first place on Sunday, but
the team still has a shot at a
national championship.
Whitman-Hanson finished WAKE UP CALL: The Whitman-Hanson cheerleaders gets set to begin their routine at the state championships on Sunday morning.
in second place in Division I at have performed much better. Photos by Dave Palana
the State Cheerleading Cham- “I thought they were amaz-
pionship on Sunday at Wa- ing,” Mee said. “It was one of PYRAMID SCHEME: The team per-
their best performances and I forms one of the stunts that earned
chusett Regional High School them a trip to Nationals.
with a score of 175.5 to earn a couldn’t ask for anything more
trip to Nationals in Orlando. from them.”
The team would have beat The girls will head to Flor-
Shepherd Hill for the champi- ida for the national competi-
onship by half a point, but a tion on March 25, where Mee
missed landing on a dismount said the team has a chance to
resulted in a four-point pen- take home some hardware.
alty for the Panthers, knocking “We’re really hoping to
them out of the lead. Despite be in the top three,” she said.
the miscue, head coach Katie “We’re really excited and
Mee said the team couldn’t we’re hoping to place.”

Mewis best in
Massachusetts
Panther star named Player of the Year
By Dave Palana, Sports Editor who have won it, and being
david@hansonexpress.com the first person here to win it is
The high school soccer really exciting.”
season has long been over at The award is the latest in a
Whitman-Hanson, but soccer long list for Mewis after put-
never seems to be over for Sa- ting together a remarkable fall
mantha Mewis — and neither season. She was named Bos-
is her list of awards. ton Globe Division I Player of
Mewis became the first the Year and a first team All-
ever Panther to receive the American by ESPN RISE after
Gatorade Player of the Year scoring 32 goals and recording
Award last month, and ac- 11 assists to lead the Panthers
cepted the award on Thursday to their first ever South Sec-
at the high school in a presen- tional championship.
tation with Principal Ed Lee,
Athletic Director Jim Daley
and girls soccer head coach
“It was my best season
here,” Mewis said. “I really
loved all my teammates and
Track bottle drive upcoming
Dave Floeck. The Whitman-Hanson Regional High School track teams will conduct the annual “Bottle
I can’t wait for next season to
“It’s a really big honor,” start.” Drive” on Saturday, April 3 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Athletes will go door to door to collect recy-
Mewis said after receiving the While it certainly was her clable bottles and cans. Residents may also drop off their bottles at the high school. All pro-
award. “I know a couple of ceeds will be used to purchase track and field equipment for the teams.
girls from the national team
continued on page 22

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Onward and
upward
New year, new teams, same goal
for local Major League hopefuls
By Dave Palana, Sports Editor blessing in disguise.
david@hansonexpress.com “I’m extremely excited
John Delaney is hoping a to get a fresh opportunity,”
new position and a return to Delaney said. “I felt like I was
full health will improve his kind of pigeon-holed with the
stock this year. Brandon Jos- Pirates and I’m really looking
selyn is hoping his first full forward to a fresh start.”
season in the bullpen will do Delaney said he saw the
the same for him. And Jason writing on the wall with the
Delaney is hoping a fresh start Pirates organization when
with a new franchise will open they changed ownership and
new doors for him. revamped their front office
The three Hanson natives last year — which in baseball
open another spring training tends to lead to an overhaul of
and begin another season in a team’s farm system. He felt
their quests to play baseball in the changes contributed to his
the Major Leagues. slow start in Indianapolis and
Jason, the 12th round pick his demotion back to Altoona
of the Pittsburg Pirates in 2005 after two hitless games. How-
out of Boston College, was re- ever, Delany ended finishing
leased by the organization in strong at AA with a .272 bat-
November after splitting the ting average, 7 home runs and
2009 season between the AAA 65 runs batted in.
Indianapolis Indians and the “It was a difficult year and,
AA Altoona Curve. In January obviously I had other expec-
he signed a contract with the tations,” he said. “[The new
Florida Marlins organization. Pirate organization] wanted
Delaney is currently at a change, and I can’t blame
their spring training facility them for that, but I worried a
in Jupiter, Fla. and looking bit too much about how I was
Hanson native Jason Delaney, shown playing for the Altoona Curve, hopes he can crack the Florida forward to the next step in his going to fit into their plans in-
Marlins’ Major League roster by the end of the season after being let go by the Pittsburg Pirates career. His release, Delaney
hopes, may turn out to be a
continued on page 21
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