Webster Police Report
From: Lieutenant Michael Shaw
Date: March 22, 2013

On 3/22/13 at approximately 1353 hours a Green Mazda Mini Van was reported stolen from Sunnyside Farms at 32 Lake Street. The owner had gone into the market and left the van running. That’s when Yakouba Sawadogo (10/23/90 49A Lake Street Webster) jumped into the driver’s seat and started to drive off. His friend, Mohamed Sandi (8/7/88 49A Lake Street Webster) tried to get in but the owner saw what was happening and gave chase on foot. The van drove off and Sandi fled on foot.

By Beckey Harvey
Patriot correspondent

DUDLEY - The March 18 Board of Selectmen’s meeting opened with Fire Chief Dean Kochanowski, requesting that Mr. Dave Karalus, who was serving on the building committee and fire chief advisory committee, be replaced by Mr. Burt Davis.  Karalus submitted a letter of resignation last month.  Chairman Jonathan Ruda suggested that the committee approve the appointment of Davis and send a letter of thanks to Karalus for his service. 

The board switched up the order of the agenda so that the “rather lengthy public hearing” would not hold up a representative from Nichols College.   Multiple requests by the school, for alcohol permits, were taken care of in one motion.  Nichols college received seven separate, single-day licenses to serve “wine and malt” for functions they will be hosting.

DUDLEY - Paul M. Joseph announced that he is seeking re-election to the Dudley Board of Selectmen.  His nomination papers have been submitted and certified by Ora Finn, Town Clerk.

In his announcement, Joseph stated “I have been honored and privileged to serve the Town with a candid and independent voice for the past nine years.  We currently have an excellent Board of Selectmen that works hard, and well, together. Each of us brings a separate and complementary  set of skills to the table.  As a former college administrator and Dean, I bring 31 years of contract negotiation, legal issues knowledge, analytical skills, and management experience to the Board”.

Text and photos by Steev Riccardo

DUDLEY –The Shepherd Hill Rams baseball team probably wants to forget their dreadful finish of a year ago when they dropped six of their last eight games, resulting in a disappointing 9-11 season.

The hardest part of that pill to swallow was that the Rams had a talented bunch, many of whom will be back on the diamond this season.

In fact, when the Rams open their 2013 season, one of the toughest decisions the team may have to deal with is who to hand the ball to on the mound.

Text and photos by Steev Riccardo

DUDLEY – The Shepherd Hill Lady Rams are coming off a strong playoff season that ended with a heartbreaking 2-0 loss to Holy Name.

Still, with a 14-9 record Coach Paul Enman and the Rams had a lot to be happy about. 

Unfortunately they lost their ace hurler Molly Covill to graduation. Covill was an outstanding leader, whose 1.21 earned run average was one of the best in the Southern Worcester County League.

Text and photos by Steev Riccardo

WEBSTER – The Bartlett Indians and second year head coach Jonathan Way have only one way to go this season and that’s up.

Following a dismal 4-14 campaign, the Indians will be looking to turn things around this season and their quest for respectability starts in Fiskdale against Tantasqua Regional on Friday, March 29, at 3:30.

Text and photos by Steev Riccardo

OXFORD - When Nicole “The Franchise” Mangaudis walked off the mound following last season’s playoff loss to Grafton, it was the end of an era for the Lady Pirates.

Mangaudis had pitched in every inning of every game for four years under Coach Jamie Hetherman and in most cases you would think that she would be impossible to replace, and in many ways, she will be.

Enter sophomore Evelyn Marquis, who will not only take over the reigns on the mound but brings a team-leading .452 batting average to the ballpark as well.

By Becky Harvey
Patriot Correspondent

Eighth grade Dudley Middle Schooler, Jordan Blackadar was presented a certificate by the Superintendent of Schools at the last Dudley-Charlton School Committee meeting in recognition of his efforts to collect coats for the needy in the wake of Hurricane Sandy, last fall.  Blackadar and fellow classmate Matthew Mackay (pictured at the committee meeting,) have both been selected by the John F. Kennedy Library to receive Make a Difference awards.  “The Kennedy Library annually recognizes up to 100 middle school students from across Massachusetts with the John F. Kennedy Make a Difference Award for the impact they have made in their communities through service projects,” according to the library’s website.  The Library selects recipients based on nominations from teachers, principals and local community leaders.  Both Blackadar and Mackay  have each been invited to a ceremony at the Library on April 9^th, along with a number of other middle-schoolers from around the Commonwealth who have made efforts to change the world and make it better for people.

Text and photos by Steev Riccardo

OXFORD – The Oxford Pirates and head coach Justin Richards had quite a run a year ago before losing 3-0 to Mt. Everett in the state semi-finals held in Western Mass.

Despite losing several key players, the Pirates should be in the mix again this year.

No matter who you talk to, everyone seems to agree that the town of Oxford knows baseball and year after year at every level they are competing for some sort of a title, and this year will be no different.

There is no question that the Pirates lost some great baseball players, led by one of the best pitchers in Central Mass in lefty Nick Lemay, who is now playing for Becker College.

by David O'Connor

Ten years ago on March 3rd, 2003 The Golden Greek restaurant opened its doors to the public when they leased the old “Big Apple” Fruit Stand on 156 Lake Street. Owner Nick Thanas looking to expand his portfolio in Massachusetts asked long time employee Wayne Nadeau to take the lead as the General Manager. Shortly after opening shop, Nick passed away and after some negotiations, Wayne purchased the restaurant preserving the Golden Greek name.

Fast forward ten years and The Golden Greek restaurant is one of the top local eateries in Webster, offering an assortment of menu options with a commitment of providing with good food at fair prices.

On Sunday March 24th, from 3-6 pm the Webster Ca$h Mob will be joining The Golden Greek restaurant in celebration of ten great years of service. Mobsters are asked to come down with their families for a late lunch / early dinner. There are several menu items available for under $10, and they also have an assortment of beer and wine available as well.

After you’ve made your purchase, your receipt will have a question on it. Should you answer the question correctly (it’s a very easy question and Wayne advised that most if not all will get it right) you’ll be entered in their 2 grand prize drawings. Winners will enjoy a free pizza a week for a year and free “broasted” chicken for a year. In addition to these grand prize drawings, there will also be free raffle prizes for T-Shirts, hats, and other Greek-swag. All in all this will be an exciting event and an opportunity to celebrate a decade of quality, freshly prepared food right here in Webster.

So come down Sunday March 24th, from 3-6pm to say thank you to another great Webster business

All attendees please click ‘going’ so that The Golden Greek can staff accordingly for the day of the event.  Let’s fill this place!!  Loyal 2 Local!!