2008 News

2008 News Archive
	Hanover MA Fire Chief receives the Above and Beyond Award Hanover, MA. 30 December, 2008. Chief Kenneth Blanchard, head of the Hanover Fire Department received the prestigious Above and Beyond award from Massachusetts ESGR Committee Program Support Specialist Dave St. Germain and ... (full story)
	City of Everett Massachusetts Fire Chief receives the Eminent Above and Beyond Award Everett, MA. 5 December, 2008. The Everett MA City Council Chambers was the scene Monday night for the recognition of this outstanding municipality in Massachusetts. Marine Reservist John Rutledge, who is a member of Everett Fire Department... (full story)
	Mayor of Westfield MA. signs Statement of Support and offers Challenge! Westfield - December 8, 2008. In a ceremony held in The Westfield City Hall, Mayor Michael Boulanger proudly signed a Statement of Support. Westfield is in Hampden County located in the Western part of Massachusetts. Westfield has a population of approximately 40,500 people of which the city has approximately 1600 employees. There are 3 police officers and two high school teachers who are members of the guard and reserve... (full story)
	Springfield Public Schools Superintendent signs a Statement of Support Springfield - On November 21,2008, Dr. Alan J Igram, Superintendent of the Springfield MA. Public School Department, signed a Statement of Support showing his support of the organization's employees who also serve in the Guard and Reserve. Springfield is the third largest city in Massachusetts. It has over 26,500 students being taught by 2600 teachers in over 50 schools.
	Cambridge Health Alliance receives Patriotic Employers Award Somerville - On December 2, 2008, MAESGR Member Joseph W. Mercuri presented the Patriot Award to Mr. Charles E. Manry II of the Cambridge Health Alliance. Specialist (SPC) Jeffrey Farrell Massachusetts Army National Guard nominated his civilian employer for the award based on... (full story)
	School Superintendent Receives Patriotic Employers Award and Signs a Statement of Support Somerset - December 8, 2008. Foreign Language Teacher, (Portuguese) and Air Force Reserve TSgt. Anthony Branco nominated and presented The Patriotic Employer Award to Mr. Richard Medeiros, Somerset, MA Superintendent of Schools. Superintendent Medeiros was nominated for his outstanding... (full story)
	Massachusetts Correctional Institution, Cedar Junction receives The Patriot Award and signs a Statement of Support Walpole - On November 28, 2008 Superintendent Peter St. Amand, and Captain Shawn Silvia of the Massachusetts Correctional Institution, Cedar Junction received Patriot Awards from Mr. John Pelose, MAESGR Area Chair for Eastern MA. Mr. St. Amand and Captain Silvia were nominated for... (full story)
	Navy Reservist Awards Employer with Patriot Award Westborough – Petty Officer First Class (PO1) Ryan Brueggeman, Rhode Island US Navy Reservist and Employee of Camerota Truck Parts of Westborough MA, nominated his employer for the Department of Defense Patriot Award for the continued support from the company’s General Manager Bill St. Germain. “Bill’s great! The... (full story)
	Build Boston Convention and Trade Show Boston – During the middle of November, the Massachusetts Committee for Employer support of Guard and Reserve operated an ESGR exhibit booth and presented the critical role of reservists to the 40,000 design and construction industry professionals in attendance... (full story)
	Interior Dimensions Receives DOD Award and Pledges Support for Guard Soldier Medford – Staff Sergeant (SSG) Jeffery King, Massachusetts National Guard Soldier and Employee of Interior Dimensions nominated his employer for the Department of Defense Patriot Award for the continued support from the company's owners. "Mike and Steve have been extremely supportive pre- and post deployment. They have... (full story)
	MA ESGR Annual Training Day Milford - The Massachusetts Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve convened at the Massachusetts National Guard Joint Forces Headquarters in Milford MA on November 22nd for a day of training. Classes included special guest speakers, general updating for all members and splitting into groups for specific training related to assignments and time in the program. (full story)
	EMC Corporation awarded the Above and Beyond Award and signs a Statement of Support Hopkinton - On November 14, 2008, EMC Corporation of Hopkinton, the world leader in infrastructure solutions was awarded the prestigious Above and Beyond Award for its superior programs supporting the company's military member employees. The award was presented to Mr. Jack Mollen, Senior Vice President for Human Resources, who stated... (full story)
	MA Department of Corrections Signs Statement of Support Milford - On November 7, 2008 the Massachusetts Department of Corrections (DOC) held its 21st annual awards banquet. About 370 people, including two members of the MA ESGR committee attended. Mr. Thomas Boyle, Field Chair, and Mr. Joe Ryan, Executive Director, were the ESGR representatives... (full story)
	Statement of Support signed by the First Mayor of Braintree MA Braintree - Mr. Joseph C. Sullivan was recently elected as the first mayor of the Town of Braintree, Massachusetts. Mayor Sullivan was very enthusiastic about the signing ceremony and spoke highly about the seven town employees who are guard and reserve members. Also signing a Statement of Support was... (full story)
	Above and Beyond Award Presented to F.L. Roberts and Company, Inc. Springfield - MA ESGR Area Chair Earl Bonett presented the prestigious Above and Beyond Award to the F.L. Roberts and Company, Inc. in a ceremony on November 6th at the company's 93 West Broad Street facility in Springfield. Accepting the Award for the family-owned business was Mr. Steven Roberts. Staff Sergeant (SSG) William E. Munsell Jr., a five... (full story)
	Rite Aid Pharmacy Manager receives Patriotic Employer Award New Bedford - MA ESGR Program Support Specialist Dave St. Germain presented a Patriot Award to Ms. Rosalina Carneiro, manager of a Rite Aid Pharmacy in New Bedford. Employee and Army Reserve Staff Sergeant (SSG) James Coelho, recommended Ms. Carneiro for the award because... (full story)
	Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts signs a Statement of Support North Adams - On October 20, 2008, Dr. Mary K. Grant, President of the Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts (MCLA) signed a Statement of Support (SoS) in her office. The college offers bachelor degree programs in... (full story)
	Employer Appreciation Day held at The U.S. Coast Guard Station, Woods Hole Woods Hole - A crisp but clear New England Autumn Day greeted 16 employers as they toured the US Coast Guard Station at Woods Hole on Cape Cod. Coast Guard Senior Chief Petty Officer Richard Uronis led the group on a tour of the entire facility. All the participants enjoyed an outstanding luncheon at the... (full story)
	Johnson Ford Lincoln Mercury Nissan Awarded by Employee Pittsfield - Specialist Seth Tuper of the Massachusetts Army National Guard wanted to thank his civilian employer, Johnson Ford Lincoln Mercury Nissan, for the strong support given to his military career. He did this by... (full story)
	Above and Beyond Award Presented to Keyes North Atlantic Newton - MA ESGR Area Chair John Pelose presented the prestigious Above and Beyond Award to the Keyes North Atlantic Corporation in a ceremony on September 24th. Accepting the Award for the company was Paul Moran, Vice President of Operations. The company... (full story)
	NEPPA Receives Award following Statement of Support Signing by Executive Director Sterling - The Annual Membership meeting of the Northeast Public Power Association (NEPPA) held at the Chocksett Inn on October 3rd featured an ESGR Statement of Support signing and award presentation. NEPPA instructor... (full story)
	Wrentham Developmental Center receives Patriot Award and signs Statement of Support Wrentham - Mrs. Robin Bouchard, Director of Nursing at the Wrentham Developmental Center, was awarded the ESGR Patriot Award. This award was in recognition for Mrs. Bouchard's outstanding ... (full story)
	U Mass Boston Chancellor Signs a Statement of Support Boston - University of Massachusetts Boston Chancellor Dr. J. Keith Motley signed a Statement of Support today on behalf of this internationally known center of higher learning... (full story)
	Statement of Support Signed by Tufankjian Toyota Scion Braintree - Toyota Scion dealership owner, Charles Tufankjian, invited MA ESGR Eastern Area Chair John Pelose to present information on the Uniformed Service Employment and Reemployment Right Act (USERRA) Law and the role of ESGR. (full story)
	JCPenney Boss Receives Patriot Award Natick - Army National Guard Specialist Craig Jennings nominated JCPenny Supervisor Chika Jones for the Department of Defense Patriot Award in recognition for her continued support of his national guard duties. "Whether it is weekend drills, two week annual training, or a 12 month combat tour, I have the full support of my boss." The ceremony took place... (full story)
	Westfield State Signs Statements of Support Westfield - Dr. Evan S. Dobelle, President of Westfield State College, signed a Statement of Support for over 60 employees and students currently serving in the Guard and Reserve. The signing ceremony took place at the college in the presence of MA Committee members Bill Hebert and Robert Cahillane.
	Massachusetts State Police Troop Commanders Sign Statements of Support Boston - Joachim-Ingo Borowski, ESGR Area Chair for Southeastern Massachusetts and John Pelose, ESGR Area Chair for Eastern Massachusetts visited Massachusetts State Police Troop E and their new state of the art Command, Control and Communications Center in Boston. They met with Major Michael Mucci, Commander of Troop E and... (full story)
	Mass College of Art President Signs Statement of Support Boston - Dr. Katherine (Kay) Sloan, President of the Massachusetts College of Art and Design, became the fourth state college president to sign an ESGR Statement of Support. The August 28th ceremony took place in her office where... (full story)
	Employer Appreciation Day Held at Barnes Air National Guard Base Westfield - The 104th Fighter Wing of the Massachusetts Air National Guard proudly presented an up close and personal look at their new F-15 Eagle Fighter to over 40 employers who traveled from across the state to attend this impressive event. During the course of their visit... (full story)
	Easter Seals President Signs Statement of Support Worcester – Kirk Joslin, President of Easter Seals Massachusetts signed a Statement of Support in a ceremony conducted in the conference room of their Worcester headquarters. Mr. Joslin's signing is a symbolic gesture affirming his support for employees who serve in the National Guard and Reserve. (full story)
	ESGR Volunteer Donates Patriots Tickets Boston – Ristorante Fiore in the city’s famous North End was the location for a special and personal donation of four pairs of Patriots tickets. This was not the first time ESGR volunteer and restaurant owner Fiore Colella has donated tickets for professional sporting events to members of the Guard and Reserve. What was notable... (full story)
	Guaranteed Builders Inc. Receives Above and Beyond Award August 19, 2008 - Mr. Louis Tusino, owner of Guaranteed Builders Inc. of Douglas, Massachusetts was recently presented an Above and Beyond Award. MAESGR Program Support Specialist Dave St. Germain presented Mr. Tusino this prestigious award for his outstanding support of... (full story)
	Babin Landscaping Receives Award Pepperell – A local landscaping company was acknowledged for its support of a mobilized employee at an ESGR Award ceremony on August 19th. Babin Landscaping was recognized as an employer that does more than the minimum with the presentation of the Above and Beyond Award. Accepting the award was company president David J. Babin who said his... (full story)
	Northampton Employer Receives ESGR Award A major city employer was recognized for its support of employees who serve in the National Guard or Reserve at an awards presentation attended by over 120 employees. Kollmorgen Electro Optical was nominated, and approved for the... (full story)
	Ashburnham Firefighters Honored for Ambulance Gift Members of the Ashburnham Fire Department and Firefighters Association received an award for getting a fully equipped ambulance donated to people in Afghanistan. Military personnel, town and state officials... (full story)
	Super Stop & Shop Manager signs Statement of Support Seekonk - Super Stop & Shop of Seekonk became the latest business in Southeastern Massachusetts to display the ESGR Statement of Support. Store Manager Nelson Barboza said he felt very proud to... (full story)
	Bridgewater State College President signs Statement of Support. Bridgewater – John Pelose, MA ESGR Area Chairman for Eastern Massachusetts paid an important visit to Dr. Dana Mohler-Faria, President of Bridgewater State College on August 6th. The purpose of Mr. Pelose's visit was to... (full story)
	Plymouth County Sheriff signs Statement of Support Plymouth - With a gathering of more than 80 members of his department looking on, as well as local civic officials, and Guard & Reserve family members, Plymouth County Sheriff Joseph McDonald signed a Statement of Support at his headquarters on August 1st. Sheriff McDonald is a... (full story)
	Senior State Police Officials Sign Statements of Support Danvers – On Wednesday, July 30, 2008 Colonel Mark Delaney, Superintendent of the Massachusetts State Police signed an ESGR Statement of Support for the Guard & Reserve. The signing took place at the Headquarters of Troop A in Danvers, Mass. During the course of the event... (full story)
	Fitchburg State President Signs Statement of Support Fitchburg – Richard Bedell, a volunteer with the MA Committee for ESGR presided over a Statement of Support signing at Fitchburg State College, on July 29th. Mr. Bedell, who is also the Command Chief Master Sergeant for the Massachusetts Air National Guard was... (full story)
	College President Signs Statement of Support Worcester – ESGR Central MA Area Chair Anthony Ingrisano presided over a Statement of Support signing at a local college, on July 22nd. The event took place in the President’s office at Worcester State College where Dr. Janelle Ashley signed the Statement of Support affirming the college’s support for employees and students serving in the Guard and Reserve. (full story)
	ESGR Leadership Training Held in Boston Boston - During the time frame of July 15th thru July 18th, 2008, Field Chairs and Executive Directors from the Northeast Region met in Boston to participate in an Impact Leadership Training session. The classes were provided by Career Training Concepts, Inc., a firm employed by the National Committee to provide... (full story)
	Dartmouth Employer Receives Two ESGR Awards Dartmouth -- MA ESGR Program Support Specialist David St. Germain visited Eye Health Vision Center in Dartmouth for a multiple awards presentation and Statement of Support Signing on July 18th. Dr. Steven F. Sullivan, CEO of the organization signed a Statement of Support and was then presented the ... (full story)
	MIT Medical Facility Urgent Care Department Receives Above and Beyond Award Cambridge -- In a surprise ceremony, Ms. Kris Ruzycki, Shift Supervisor of The Massachusetts Institute of Technology Medical Facility Urgent Care Department, was presented the prestigious Above and Beyond Award in front of 22 of her colleagues. Ms. Ruzycki was... (full story)
	New Bedford Department of Public Facilities Receives Above and Beyond Award City Hall was the venue for an Above and Beyond Award presentation to the New Bedford Department of Public Facilities. Accepting the award on behalf of the department was Kenneth Blanchard who also... (full story)
	Cirelli Foods Inc. CEO and President Receives Patriot Award Historic Middleboro was the location of a Patriotic Employer Award presentation to Cirelli Foods Inc. Paul Morrissey, CEO and President of Cirelli Foods accepted the award from Dave St. Germain and Roger Fortin of the Massachusetts Committee for ESGR. The award... (full story)
	Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Department Receives Above and Beyond Award Boston -- The Environmental Health and Safety Department of the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, one of the most prestigious cancer research facilities in the world, was presented the Above and Beyond Award on July 16th. Richard Stokes an employee at the institute who... (full story)
	Statement of Support signed by By Sheriff Michael J. Ashe Ludlow -- Massachusetts ESGR Ombudsman Director, Earl Bonett visited the Hampden County Sheriff's Department and Correctional Facility in Ludlow on the morning of July 14th. The purpose of Mr. Bonett's visit was to... (full story)
	Milford Employer Receives ESGR Award Milford -- SeraCare Life Sciences was recognized for its support of Guard and Reserve service at an awards ceremony in Milford on July 9th. The presentation took place in the nicely appointed foyer of their new corporate office on Birch Street . Accepting... (full story)
	POSTAL OFFICIAL SIGNS STATEMENT OF SUPPORT IN BOSTON Boston -- Mr. John Lepasio, USPS Senior Plant Manager for the Main Processing Plant in the Boston area, signed a Statement of Support on July 3rd at the Boston South Postal Annex. Attending this important event with Mr. Lepasio were... (full story)
	Statement of Support signed by Mashpee Realtor Mashpee -- Mrs. Corinne Wickel of Starboard Real Estate signed a Statement of Support for the National Guard and Reserve at her Mashpee office on June 24th. Mrs. Wickle, who considers herself "Part of the 102nd Intelligence Wing (ANG) family!" was... (full story)
	Cape Cod Community Health Center Employee Receives Patriot Award. A supervisor at Cape Cod Community Health Center of Mashpee was recognized as a Patriotic Employer at a ceremony on June 24th. Ms Mary Sellars was presented the award by MAESGR Program Support Specialist David St. Germain at a gathering of her fellow employees. Ms. Sellars was recommended for this prestigious honor by... (full story)
	Cape Cod Business Brokers of Mashpee Sign Statement of Support On June 24th Cape Cod Business Brokers of Mashpee, MA signed a Statement of Support for the Guard & Reserve at their Mashpee Commons Office. Mr. James Vaccaro, president and senior broker, signed on the firm's behalf. A long standing... (full story)
	Beverly Fire Department Receives Above and Beyond Award Beverly -- The Beverly Fire Department is proud to have in its employment several firefighters that also serve their country in the military. In turn, Firefighter Matthew Kowalski nominated Chief Richard Pierce for the award through the... (full story)
	Nye Lubricants Receives Pro Patria Award On June 11, Nye Lubricants of Fairhaven was the recipient of the ESGR Pro Patria Award for 2007. An outstanding local company, and a family operated business for many generations, Nye has also received a Patriotic Employer Award, Above and Beyond Award and... (full story)
	WESTOVER HAS NEW WING COMMANDER The 439th Airlift Wing senior leadership changed hands June 8 when Col. Robert R. Swain Jr., took command of Westover’s host unit. Colonel Swain comes to Westover from 22nd Air Force headquarters at Dobbins Air Reserve Base, Ga., where he was chief of staff. This numbered Air Force Reserve Command unit comprises more than... (full story)
	District Manager of Postmasters Signs Statement of Support On June 20, 2008, John W. Powers III, United States Postal Service District Manager for Massachusetts signed a Statement of Support in a ceremony attended by more than one hundred Postmasters and Managers from Massachusetts. Also in attendance were several postal employees, currently serving in... (full story)
	Annual Employer Appreciation Day on the Cape Friday, June 13, 2008 was a perfect spring day on Otis Air National Guard Base, Bourne MA the venue for this year's Annual Employer Appreciation Day. Sheriff Jim Cummings greeted the group at The Barnstable County Sheriff's Office and provided the "Joe". According to MAESGR Program Support Specialist David St. Germain, this was the largest employer attended event the committee has ever held. On hand for this milestone... (full story)
	Berkshire County Sheriffs Office Receives "Above and Beyond Award" On May 30, 2008, ESGR Ombudsman Director Mr. Earl Bonett visited the Berkshire County Sheriffs Office. The purpose of Mr. Bonett's visit was to present Sheriff Carmen C. Massimiano, Jr., the prestigious "Above and Beyond Award". Sheriff Massimiano was recommended for... (full story)
	Employers and ESGR Volunteers Recognized at Awards Dinner The 2008 Awards and Recognition Dinner achieved its intended purpose on May 17, 2008, when employers and volunteers were publicly acknowledged for their contributions in support of the men and women who serve Massachusetts and America in the National Guard and Reserve. Staged at the Sheraton Milford Hotel, this gathering of 100 plus guests was treated to... (full story)
	ESGR Volunteers Receive Department of Defense Medal The prestigious Secretary of Defense Medal for Exceptional Public Service was presented to MA ESGR volunteers in two recent pinning ceremonies. The first ceremony took place on May 9, 2008 at Westover ARB where... ... (full story)
	Governor Patrick of Massachusetts Signs Statement of Support The Executive Office of the historic Massachusetts State House was the May 12th setting for a Statement of Support signing by Governor Deval Patrick. Seated at his desk... (full story)
	One Day Bosslift to Bangor ANG Base Well Received! Twenty-eight Massachusetts employers of National Guardsmen and Reservists had the unique opportunity to participate in a one day Bosslift to Bangor Air National Guard Base in Maine. This once in a lifetime event... (full story)
	Local Post Office Officer-In-Charge presented with “Patriotic Award” On May 7, 2008, ESGR Program Support Specialist Mr. David St. Germain, visited Ms. Jeston Neghili, Officer-In-Charge of the Centerville, MA Post Office. Ms. Neghili was presented an ESGR Patriotic Employer Award for her outstanding support of ... (full story)
	Bose Recognized for Going Above and Beyond ESGR recently presented the Above and Beyond Award to Bose Corporation. Bose was recognized for supporting Steve Rooney of the Noise Reduction Technology Group (NRTG), who has been serving as an infantry company commander with the Massachusetts National Guard in Iraq . Steve and his troops... (full story)
	Massachusetts Committee for ESGR Hosts Employer Briefing Event Newport Naval Station and The Naval War College in Newport , RI provided a picture perfect setting for the MA ESGR Committee’s employer briefing and luncheon event held on April 18, 2008. (full story)
	Foley Hoag, LLP Receives the "Above and Beyond Award" On Wednesday, 16 April 2008, ESGR Eastern Massachusetts Area Chairman John Pelose presented an "Above and Beyond" Award to Foley Hoag LLP for supporting members of the Guard and Reserve more than the minimum required by law. The firm was ... (full story)
	Massachusetts Committee Leaders Attend Northeast Regional Conference The Massachusetts Committee for the ESGR took part in an outstanding educational conference held from 6-9 April designed to share "Best Practices". (full story)
	Hanscom Fire Department Receives Above and Beyond Award Fire Chief Bob Hildreth of the Hanscom Fire Department was presented the Above and Beyond Award by ESGR Executive Director Joe Ryan for the extraordinary patriotic support and cooperation to TSgt James Robbins. James is a reservist and fire department employee who nominated the department for the award.
	AIG-Lexington Insurance Receives Above and Beyond Award Historic Downtown Boston was the setting for The Massachusetts Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), an agency of the Department of Defense, announced today the AIG-Lexington Insurance Co. was honored with an “Above and Beyond” award in recognition of... (full story)
	Saint Anne's Hospital signs Statement of Support for the National Guard and Reserve Mr. Robert E. Guyon, Jr. President of Saint Anne's Hospital signed a Statement of Support for the National Guard and Reserve on Friday Morning, 14 March. The signing ceremony took place in the office of President Guyon... (full story)
	Pre Deployment Briefing Part of SEABEE Family Day Hanscom Air Force Base in Bedford , Massachusetts was the setting for The Massachusetts Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), an agency of the Department of Defense, to participate in a Pre Deployment Family Day Brief for Members of Naval Mobile Construction Battalion Twenty Seven (NMCB-27). (full story)
	Framingham Fire Department Receives the "Above and Beyond Award" Framingham, Massachusetts was the site of a exciting ESGR event on Friday, March 7, 2008. Headquarters of the Framingham Fire Department was the site of a presentation of the Above & Beyond Award to the Department for outstanding support of the military member workforce over a long period time. Differential pay compensation for mobilized military employees, continuation of benefits, preference for hiring military, family support, reaching out to veterans groups plus assistance to the local National Guard Armory are just a very small percentage of the wonderful things that the Framingham Fire Department accomplishes daily. (full story)
	Duel Statement of Support Signing MA ESGR State Chair, Mr. Kenneth Forchielli and ESGR Eastern Area Chair, Mr. John Pelose presided over a duel Statement of Support signing on Thursday, March 6, 2008. The special event was held by Sheriff James V. DiPaola of the Middlesex County Sheriff's Department. The reception was in honor of the soon to be deployed National Guard Citizen Soldier and Deputy Sheriff, Mark O'Brien. Also present at the event was Mr. Barry Sloane, Chief Executive Officer and Co-President of Century Bank. (full story)
	Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc. with the notable "Above and Beyond Award." On February 29, 2008, during a luncheon being held at the Coast Guard Station in Boston MA., Massachusetts ESGR Committee Chair Mr. Ken Forchielli presented Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc. with the notable "Above and Beyond Award." This honor was presented to the company as testimony to their continued commitment to their Guard and Reserve Employees. (full story)
	Luncheon with the Boss -- Coast Guard Station, Boston MA The Massachusetts Committee for the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve sponsors many events during the course of the year. These special events involve ESGR Members and groups of Employers. ESGR has held these events to celebrate the partnership between the committee and employers who have members of the guard and reserve on their staff. One of the many gatherings is called: "Luncheon with the boss". (full story)
	Premiere Medical Staffing Signs a Statement of Support On February 28, 2008, an Armed Forces Connection's Diversity Job Fair was held in the Conference Center of The Marriott Hotel in Burlington, MA. ESGR Members Mr. John Pelose, Dr. Thomas Mulvaney and Mr. Leo Lazo attended the fair. Our Members were there not only to man an informational booth, but also to approach various companies and employers to obtain Statements Of Support signatures. (full story)
	Environmental Services Incorporated, Receives Their Second Award On February 28, 2008, Massachusetts ESGR Committee Program Support Specialist David St. Germain paid a visit to Environmental Services Incorporated (ESI) in Attleboro, MA. The purpose of Mr. St. Germain's visit was to present ESI with the notable "Above and Beyond Award" as testimony to the company's commitment to their citizen soldiers. (full story)
	Massachusetts Army National Guard Family Covenant Signing Ceremony On February 21, 2008, the Massachusetts National Guard Family Programs held a Family Covenant Signing Ceremony at the Massachusetts State House. In the hall of flags, Lieutenant Governor Timothy Murray, MG Joseph Carter, BG Thomas Sellars and Command CW5 Peter Georgenes signed the covenant on behalf of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and the Massachusetts National Guard. (full story)
	Mammoth Fire Alarm Systems President Receives Above and Beyond Award Under the bright sun of a cold February afternoon, Ombudsman Rick Bedell visited with Corporal Mike Duprey, USMCR at his employer Mammoth Fire Alarm Systems of Lowell MA. Mike submitted his employer for ESGR’s Above and Beyond Award to... (full story)
	Caritas Christi Good Samaritan Hospital Receives Above and Beyond Award Caritas Christi Good Samaritan Hospital in Brockton, MA was the venue for the presentation of ESGR’s "Above and Beyond Award”. On February 19, 2008 members of the Massachusetts ESGR Committee presented the prestigious award to the hospital in recognition of their outstanding support of their military member employees. (full story)
	Former Marine Signs a Statement of Support for His New Business On 20 February, 2008 Mass. ESGR Program Support Specialist Dave St.Germain was busy again securing another Statement of Support. Optimum Performance Strength and Condition Facility is a brand new business founded by Matt Chandler... (full story)
	A.J. Martini Receives the Above and Beyond Award On February 20, 2008, A.J. Martini, Inc., a Winchester based family owned construction firm, was the recipient of the prestigious “Above and Beyond” award from the ESGR (Employer Support for the Guard and Reserve) National office in Washington , DC . The Martini Company has received numerous accolades and awards for its quality and professionalism in the construction industry for its work throughout New England and down the East Coast to Florida since 1950. (full story)
	President of Mabbett & Associates, Inc. Honored with Above & Beyond Award Mr. Arthur Mabbett, President of Mabbett & Associates, Inc. was informed by members of his firm that his presence would be needed at a conference scheduled for noon on February 17, 2008. He was presently surprised to find that the conference was to honor his firm for the support shown to Corporal Jody Freitas, a civilian Environmental Engineer and member of the Massachusetts Army National Guard. In the conference room, Mr. Mabbett found his employees, representatives from the MA ESGR Committee and CPL Freitas (in uniform) (full story)
	Andover Town Clerk Received "Above and Beyond" Award On February 11th. Francis Reidy, from ESGR, presented Ms. Hanson the award in recognition for her support of Lynn Spitalere, one of her employees. Lynn is an Air Force Reserve Sergeant that recently... (full story)
	Above and Beyond Award Presented to WATD-FM Radio On January 29, WATD-FM radio in Marshfield was the sight of a first in Massachusetts ESGR history. An Above and Beyond Award was presented on the air, as part of a broadcast about the ESGR mission. Accepting the award for WATD were Edward Perry, CEO, and Christine James of WATD News. (full story)
	Stop & Shop Inc., Received an Above and Beyond Award On January 23rd, in historic Quincy, Mr. Jose Alvarez, CEO of Stop & Shop Inc., received an Above and Beyond Award for Stop & Shop’s outstanding support provided to its military member employees. Joining Mr. Alvarez in recognizing citizen soldiers was Major General Joseph Carter, the Adjutant General of the Massachusetts National Guard, Massachusetts State Chair Kenneth Forchielli, numerous company officials and ESGR members Joachim-Ingo Borowski and Roger Fortin. (full story)
	Securitas Security Services Accepts Above and Beyond Award In mid January, ESGR Regional Director for Southeastern Massachusetts, Ski Borowski, presided over the presentation of an Above and Beyond Award to Securitas Security Services in Hingham, MA. and Chairman of the Board of Directors. (full story)
	Above and Beyond Award for the New England Baptist Hospital On 16 January, Eastern Massachusetts Area Chairman John Pelosi was busy presenting an "Above and Beyond" Award to New England Baptist Hospital. Accepting the award on behalf of the hospital was Mr. Joseph D. Dionisio, President and Chairman of the Board of Directors. (full story)
	BBS Tree Experts of Kingston Receives Above and Beyond Award for Outstanding Support of their Military Members On January 1, Massachusetts ESGR PSS David St. Germain, presided over the first ESGR event of 2008. Robert Carmody, owner of BBS Tree Experts of Kingston was the recipient of the Above and Beyond Award for outstanding support of their military members. A small five employee operation Mar. Carmody, a Vietnam Veteran has one current employee in the National Guard and another one awaiting basic training. (full story)

2008 News Archive