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Free Full Day Kindergarten Hotly Debated at School Committee Meeting
by Muriel Kramer January 24, 2014 — The School Committee met last night primarily to discuss the budget in preparation for next week’s Public Hearing January 30th at 7:30 PM in the Middle School Library; after the Public Hearing, the School Committee will take its vote on what it will be recommending to the Board of Selectmen to be included in the town-wide budget for FY ’15.
The most hotly debated topic was the newly added initiative to provide tuition free Full Day Kindergarten (FDK) which would drive the requested budget as high as 5.8% above last year’s budget. At last week’s meeting Superintendent Cathy MacLeod received feedback that some members of the SC would not be comfortable requesting such a substantial budget increase, and she was asked to explore alternatives that would bring the number down. Additionally, the superintendent was asked to revisit the initiative begun last year to reduce parent fees by 10% each year.
School Committee Member Scott Aghababian began the evening saying, “I’m going to end up maybe being the bad guy tonight.” Later in discussion he added, “I know the work that has gone into this, and I know the difficult choices. The question is can we really afford the value add.” His primary focus was on pursuing a budget that could be supported at Town Meeting May 5th.
Jon Graziano held a different position. “I disagree that our primary thought needs to be what we can get passed at Town Meeting.” He argued for pursuing the most value add budget, asserting that it is the School Committee’s responsibility to advocate for what the school district needs.
In response to feedback from the SC at last week’s meeting, Dr. MacLeod brought forward a new top level number that added a reduction of fees for parking, athletics and transportation, kept tuition free FDK and then targeted some decreases that included reducing professional development system-wide, reducing extraordinary maintenance, and using F-1 Visa revolving funds for textbooks. The proposed increase was brought to 5.03% above last year’s budget. Aghababian stated, “I don’t support a 5.03% budget increase. I’ll tell you right now, I don’t!” Later he added, “With our budgeting constraints, I do not support FDK. I understand why it’s a great idea. But the reality is, we need to get a budget passed at Town meeting. A lot of people in town are going to question it [FDK]”
School Committee member Ellen Scordino took a different tack, “I don’t think we should look at it the way Scott suggests that it benefits 189 parents; it’s a benefit to the whole district.” She also clarified for the audience of viewers that she will not benefit personally from a free FDK program; her youngest is in kindergarten now. She went on to make the point that many district priorities cost more and benefit kids in later grades; she advocated for making the decision based on what was right for the district.
The challenges that this initiative poses are very real, the discussion included recognizing that parents of next year’s kindergarteners need to know before May what will be in place for their students, depending on votes at TM there may or may not be modular classrooms at Center, so some students may need to be located at Elmwood increasing some logistic challenges, and this represents a change in delivery of service that may or may not be warmly received by a majority of voters.
Dr. MacLeod presented other options that include tuition based kindergarten and maintaining a Half Day Kindergarten (HDK) option that will not be an equivalent program. She made it clear that the difficult budget changes she suggested as possible were to support the tuition free FDK and that those were not on the table from her perspective if she was directed to have a tuition based FDK with continued HDK offerings. “We’ve been going around and around. We need direction.”
Clear direction was not forthcoming, but Graziano and Scordino maintained they would support the tuition free FDK option and proposed budget increase up to 5.03%. While Nancy Alvarez-Burdick, Jean Bertschmann and Aghababian maintained a tentative level of support for a tuition based option that would drive a less aggressive budget increase while maintaining the initiative to reduce fees for athletics, parking and transportation. |
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Raymond Roland Gonthier, 85
Ray was the beloved husband for 58 years of Margaret (Bowley) Gonthier. He was the son of the late Roland and Yvonne (Roy) Gonthier of Amesbury, MA. He was the loving father of Gary Gonthier and his wife Joan of Novi, MI, Glen Gonthier of Framingham, Gayle Gonthier-Bell and her husband Mark of Hopkinton, and Greg Gonthier and his wife Tricia of Bellingham. He also leaves his cherished seven grandchildren Jeff, Andrew, Marissa, Bradley, Marina, Ryan and Connor; siblings Normand Gonthier and his wife Shirley of Franklin, Sister Dolores Gonthier of Marlborough, Roland Gonthier and his wife Phebe of Stonington, CT; and many nieces and nephews.
Ray was a veteran of the United States Air Force. While raising a family, he earned his Bachelors of Engineering at Northeastern University. He worked as an electrical engineer at Western Electric and settled in Framingham in 1962.
Family and friends are invited to a funeral mass on Thursday, January 30th at 10:30 a.m. in Saint Mary’s Catholic Church, 8 Church Street, Holliston. Friday, January 31th at 11:00 a.m. at Massachusetts National Cemetery in Bourne. Arrangements are being handled by Callanan-Cronin Funeral Home, www.callanancronin.com.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Raymond R. Gonthier to the American Heart Association, 20 Speen Street, Natick, MA 01701 or Alzheimer’s Association, 480 Pleasant St. Watertown, MA 02472. |
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Police Chief Search Progresses![]() Above, members of the Police Chief Search Committee clockwise, from left: Hopkinton Town Manager, Norman Khumalo, Chairman of the Hopkinton Board of Selectmen, John Mosher, Holliston Chief of Police, John Moore, Chairman Bob Levenson, who is also on the Personnel Committee and the Director of Human Resources, Debbie Hilton-Creek. To her left is consultant Wayne Sampson, former Shrewsbury Chief of Police.
January 23, 2014 — The Police Chief Search Committee met this evening to discuss test results to be presented by Wayne Sampson from Public Safety Consultants, LLC, of the four remaining candidates for the Chief of Police of Hopkinton. Inasmuch as the topic was related to personnel files, the chairman said the meeting would move into executive session. Following the close of the meeting near 10:00 pm this evening, Mr. Khumalo said in a telephone conversation that the next meeting would be on February 3, 2014 at 1:00 pm. At that meeting, he said, the candidate pool would likely be narrowed down to a smaller group than the four reported earlier this week, who would then be invited to meet with all of the Hopkinton Selectmen prior to a final selection. |
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FULL-DAY KINDERGARTEN DISCUSSION
DATE: Thursday, 1/23/14 TIME: 6:00 pm
LOCATION: Middle School Library |
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![]() Water Leak According to recent reports, the Hopkinton High School student population was brought to the Athletic Center today, following the discovery of a broken sprinkler, which triggered an alarm to the Fire Department early this afternoon. |
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Missing Holliston Dog
If you see Roo, DO NOT TRY TO detain her. She was abused before entering doggie foster care. Please call 508 269-6948 or contact Andrea at andreademayo1@gmail.com or contact Animal Control through the Holliston Fire Department at 508 429-4631. |
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![]() Fuel Assistance: Yes, it is
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Updated Wednesday, January 22, 2014 Tuesday, January 21, 2014 9:27 pm The DPW reported that a vehicle was off of the roadway on Cedar Street. Two officers responded and advised that a tow truck winched the vehicle out. 10:12 am A motorist reported that an erratic operator was heading towards Westborough on Wood Street. The Westborough Police Department was advised. 9:19 am A caller reported that a small pit-bull was running in the roadway on Lumber Street. Officer Stephen Buckley checked the area with a negative find. 9:15 am A caller reported that a black lab was running loose near the pump station on West Main Street. Officer Stephen Buckley responded but could not locate the dog.
6:33 am The State
Police assisted the Fire Department with a motor vehicle
accident on West Main Street. Monday, January 20, 2014 11:58 pm Officer John Moran checked a motor vehicle that had a flat tire and was unoccupied on School Street. He advised that the owner left a note stating that the vehicle would be removed tomorrow. 7:22 pm A 911 caller from Maple Street reported that a neighbor's fire alarm was sounding and he could see smoke in their kitchen. Two officers responded and assisted the Fire Department. 3:32 pm The Upton Police Department reported that there was a tire in the roadway on West Main Street. Officer Matthew McNeil responded and removed a hubcap from the road. 10:51 am Officer Stephen Buckley advised that he came upon a mailbox on Lumber Street that appeared to be damaged by a hit and run accident. 4:34 am Officer Philip Powers checked a parked motor vehicle on Forest Lane. 1:56 am Officer Matthew McNeil assisted the Holliston Police Department with serving a section twelve on Karen Circle. 1:32 am A West Main Street resident reported returning home and finding two items inside the house that were not there before. Officer Robert Bielecki checked the residence and advised that there was no sign of a breaking and entering. |
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Hit & Run Alleged![]() January 22, 2014 — A driver
witnessed another driver in a red truck allegedly
strike a guardrail on Cedar Street/Cordaville Road
and continue without stopping shortly after 1:00 pm
today.. He was referred to later as a victim, and
his driver information was collected by officers on
scene. The victim followed the driver, while
reporting his changing whereabouts to Hopkinton
Police dispatch, and saying the individual was all
over the road, as they travelled south on Cedar
Street.. There, the pursuing cruisers boxed it in and spoke with the driver. After a short conversation, they asked him to exit out his driver's door, at which time he walked out, had difficulty standing, and was taken into custody without any undergoing any field sobriety tests. |
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Fred “Ted” E. Hunt Sr., 87, a
resident of Tilton since 2002 died at his home, January
12, 2014 following a period of failing health.
Fred was born in Framingham, MA, January 11, 1927, son
of John Parkhurst and Ruth A. (Eldridge) Hunt.
Prior to moving to Tilton Fred lived in Burlington, VT
where he resided for 26 years. He spent his youth
and attended school in Hopkinton, MA. He was a
graduate of Hopkinton High School. He excelled
in sports and was the recipient of the Scholastic
Athletic Award and was invited to sign on with the
Boston Red Sox. Fred was a lifelong member of the
Congregational Church. He later studied accounting
and finance at the University of Massachusetts and
Bentley College. For 35 years, Fred was employed
as a supervisor and subcontractor-buyer for the General
Electric Co. in Pittsfield, MA, Burlington, VT and Erie,
PA. He continued his education at Williams College
on his own and while working with General Electric
attended classes at Croton on Hudson.
He served with the U. S. Army during WW II, Fifth Battalion Field Artillery. Fred was predeceased by a son, Fred E. Hunt Jr. (Teddy) of Berwick, ME, October 22, 2007. He leaves,
Private burial will be in the
New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery, 110 D. W.
Highway, Boscawen, NH with military honors at a later
date.
Those wishing to make memorial
contributions in Fred’s name may make contact with, the
Wounded Warriors Project, 370 7th Avenue, 3rd
Floor, Room 320, New York City, NY 10001. |
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Bill's Pizza's Beer and
Wine Serving License Suspended![]() January 21, 2014 — A process that began several weeks ago to hold a hearing for the license renewal and manager change for an Alcoholic Beverages, wine and malt liquor, for Bill's Pizza was stalled when one of the principals revealed in an affidavit submitted with a license change application, to having been convicted of a crime, an assault that occurred on the premises. It had never been reported by the Hopkinton Police Department to the Board of Selectmen, who are the licensing and disciplinary authority for the town, nor was the trial covered by the usual press resources. Generally speaking, the individual was convicted of assault, and is halfway through his probationary period. When asked what had been done to insure that this would never be repeated, owner Zach Siarkos said that the individual was removed from the Board of Directors and was stripped of management duties at Bill's, and is now just an employee. Mr. Siarkos also said that they had increased the amount of surveillance cameras from eight. "We now have seventeen," he said, implying greater, 100% coverage, including the office area. "It is an apex of troubling behavior," said Vice-Chair Ben Palleiko. "The complaint is very troubling to read. I don't see how we can let this go," he said. "Every establishment [liquor licensee] knows we are very serious. I am satisfied in what you have done," said Selectman Michelle Gates to Mr. Siarkos, referring to the remedial steps he took. "I think you guys have been great citizens of the community," said Selectman Todd Cestari. "But something needs to happen. I appreciate your swift action," he said to Mr. Siarkos. Selectmen Chair John Mosher said, "We have to act in the best interests of the community. I suggest we discuss an appropriate disciplinary action." The board, absent Selectman Brian Herr, voted 3-1 (Michelle Gates voted in the negative) for a seven-day suspension with four served in February, and three held in abeyance until a program of proper employee treatment and interaction is completed. Conspicuously absent from the evening's proceeding was any mention of the offender's name or his former position in the company. |
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FROM HOPKINTON SCHOOL
DEPARTMENT
No School 1/22/2014
There will be no school Wednesday 1/22/14,
and no after-school or evening activities
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WEE DELIVER![]() January 21, 2014 —
Hopkinton Postmaster Carl Zagame, far right,
conducted swearing in ceremonies for the two
Wee Deliver Postmasters for the current term at
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For Casino Night
Fundraising Event Event
to Benefit Innovation in Hopkinton Public Schools HOPKINTON, MA,
January 22, 2014 –
The Hopkinton Education Foundation anticipates a sell-out crowd
for its second annual Casino Cocktail Party, to be held
Saturday, March 8, 2014, from 8pm to midnight at the Warren
Conference Center, Hayden Lodge, Ashland. Tickets for the event can be purchased
from February 1st onward at www.biddingforgood.com/HEFGALA,
for $90 each. Attendance will be limited to 300 guests.
All proceeds will support the Education Foundation’s mission of
advancing innovation in the Hopkinton Public Schools through
grants to teachers. Since its inception in 1992, the
Foundation has awarded over 285 grants totaling more than $1
million. “The Casino Cocktail Party is the
Education Foundation’s biggest annual event, delivering a
terrific evening of socializing and entertainment to raise
awareness and money for educational innovation,” said Stephanie
Szewczyk, event chair. The event features gaming, auction and
raffle prizes, including a broad range of such casino games as
black jack, craps, roulette and Texas Hold ‘Em. Guests can
use their winnings from the casino tables to be entered into a
drawing for the grand prize of a $500 American Express gift
card. To date, the Education Foundation has
secured auction items that include Disney theme park tickets,
kids’ summer camps and sports tickets. Hors d’oeurves and
desserts will be offered at the event, as will a cash bar. Auction bidders will be able to use
their smart phones to make bids throughout the event and receive
live bid updates. “We piloted the live-bid application at
last year’s event, and know that it adds a lot of competitive
fun to the auctions,” said Szewczyk. Additional information on the event is
available at www.hopkintoneducationfoundation.org, or
on the Foundation’s Facebook page. |
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Hopkinton Public
Library Foundation Chosen by
Staples Foundation to Receive $5,000 Grant Hopkinton
Staples Associate Directs Grant to HPLF
Hopkinton resident, Rob Ajemian,
nominated HPLF for the grant as part of a program that allows
Staples associates to direct funding to non-profit organizations
focused on education or job skills. "When I learned of the
library renovation and expansion project," said Rob, "I knew
that Staples could and would want to be of assistance. I was
truly pleased to ask." “Hopkinton Public Library Foundation
is extremely grateful to Rob for his recommendation, and to
Staples Foundation for its gift of $5,000,” said Laura Barry,
HPLF Chairperson. “These funds will support the expansion
and state-of-the-art renovation of Hopkinton Public Library,
building a spacious, modern and accessible library for
Hopkinton’s over 15,000 residents.” In 2012,
Staples associates in the U.S. directed more than $1.4 million
of Staples Foundation grants to 434 local non-profit
organizations. The new program, called 2 Million & Change, will
award additional funds to organizations around the world,
reaching more than $2 million in grants for the year.
“Staples Foundation is committed to making a positive impact in
the communities where our associates live and work,” said Katy
Dobbs, director of global community relations for Staples, Inc.
“Through our new program, we are pleased to support our
associates and the local non-profit organizations that matter to
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Four Still in Running for Hopkinton Top Cop Job - Two
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January 21, 2014 — According
to Hopkinton Town Manager Norman Khumalo today. four men
have made the cut so far for the job of Police Chief for the
Town of Hopkinton.
Two are from the Department, from left, Interim Chief Charles Wallace and Sgt. Joseph Bennett; two are from outside the department, Captain Edward Lee of Woonsocket, Rhode Island Police Department and Lt. Thomas Lynch (no photo) of the Franklin, Mass Police Department. According to Mr. Khumalo, the Police Chief Search Committee will meet on Thursday, 6:00 pm - 7:30 in Room 211. The Selectmen have made it clear that they would like to conduct the final interview, but it is unclear how many will be left standing for that meeting. |
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Negativity Is A Learned Way of Life that Can be Changed
Despite knowing this reality as an adult he has remained an untrusting person, very afraid to take chances and afraid that he will be ridiculed if he reveals his true nature to anyone. His first wife eventually left him as she could no longer tolerate his unhealthy attachment to his parents, and his un-willingness to make friends and socialize. Anthony, interestingly, is a member of one of my group sessions where 4 of the 10 members were born in other countries and all immigrated to the states in the last several years. Anthony was initially surprised that these individuals did not experience the bias he expected. In fact three of them were recruited by American companies, helped to find housing, and were graciously received by their colleagues. They had difficulty of course, adjusting to a new culture but none spoke of the bias that Anthony had been taught to experience. It wasn’t just the fact that members from other lands had a different experience that eventually made the difference in Anthony’s worldview. What changed his pessimism into a reality based view of life? First and most importantly he developed trust in myself and group members. As he said “I can see and really feel how you all care about each other, at first I thought you were all playing a role but over time I realized you were complete strangers at one time, from all over the world, and now you have come to truly like and respect each other, you’re like a family of friends Assertion Without Guilt Anthony’s new found trust helped reduce the guilt he felt in separating from his parent’s worldview. He had overwhelming guilt whenever they disapproved and this resulted in shaking his self worth and contributing to self-criticism. Over time Anthony came to realize how overly responsible he had learned to be for the behavior of others. He grew up believing he was the one to settle his parent’s disputes, and thus felt accountable for their happiness and their distress. As he learned to express his opinions in our group sessions without fear of reprisal he began to liberate himself from the past and from his fixed view of his role in others distress. He began to see the benefits of having an open mind rather than a perspective that created a wall with those who were previously viewed as outsiders. With his newfound openness he was able to discover his relational abilities and he felt closer to his colleagues, friends and those in his community. Negativity was replaced with an excitement to live, explore and grow as an individual. He realized that his guilt was driven by incorrect assessments of his role with others, and as a result of lessening this tendency he freed up energy to relate with hope and optimism. Replacing Biases With Truth Eventually, based on his new discoveries, Anthony was able to systematically examine his views of life and their accuracy. He essentially was able to obtain a consensus view based on objective feedback rather than the inaccurate conditioning he adopted from his family. This is the critical juncture for change. We can only change our old story by having the courage to take in objective feedback in the present. I have seen this process result in profound transformations in many lives. It is not simple or easy; it requires the courage to change. When you have faith in the well meaning of others who are trying to help you move forward in life we can gradually leave the biases of the past behind. Anthony and many others I have had the privilege to work with are truth seekers, as a result they arrive at a place of comfort within and with others that is truly life saving. Arthur P. Ciaramicoli, Ed.D., Ph.D., Chief Medical Officer of Soundmindz.org is a Hopkinton resident. This article is published with permission of Soundmindz.org |
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The Voltakk at MPAC
The Milford Performing Arts Center presents The
Voltakk, a Boar’s Head play with music that celebrates
the life cycle and the cycle of the seasons, based on Three performances at the Hopedale
Unitarian Parish, 65 Hopedale Street, Hopedale: 7:00 PM on
Friday, January 24, 2014 and Saturday, January 25, 2014; and
1:00 PM on Saturday, January 25, 2014. Tickets include
show plus huge appetizers and dessert buffet: Advance $12
for students/seniors, $16 for adults; and $16 and $18 at the
door. Cash bar also available. For more information
visit
www.milfordpac.org, call the studio at 508 473-1684, or
email us at milfordpac@verizon.net. Join us for a feast and festival full
of medieval fun, food, beer, wine, music, magic and mayhem! |
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DOR Gives MA Taxpayers Free Tool to File Tax Returns Early; Get Refunds More Quickly
“Our online filing program is a great
way for taxpayers to get a jump on filing their state tax
returns”, said Commissioner Pitter. “The easy to use software
program is secure, reduces errors and helps taxpayers identify
tax credits and exemptions they may not know they can take which
can increase the amount of their refund.”
The average turn-around time for
processing electronically filed tax forms is less than 6 days
compared to more than 18 days for mailed tax forms. Most
Massachusetts taxpayers file their tax returns electronically.
Last tax year, less than 185,000 out of 3.5 million filers used
paper forms which DOR had to manually scan and process. Another
444,102 returns were printed from software programs and mailed
instead of e-filed.
WebFile for Income also sends instant
confirmation that the Department has received returns and the
information taxpayers enter on their returns this year will
automatically be transferred to use for
future returns. One of the best features of WebFile for
Income is that it lets taxpayers track the progress of their
refund. DOR encourages all taxpayers to e-file
their returns. Many libraries, senior centers and other
volunteer assisted sites offer free tax preparation and e-filing
based on income eligibility. To find the site closest to you
visit
MA Cash Back.
Taxpayers who need paper forms can
download them from
www.mass/gov/dor or pick them up at all
DOR offices, most IRS offices (except Quincy) and most public
libraries.
Helpful tax information, tips, how to find qualified tax preparers and instructional videos will be posted on DOR’s "Filing Zone" webpage throughout the filing season. Press Release from Mass DOR. |
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Advanced Math and Science Academy [AMSA] High School Team Wins 2nd
in Programming Contest Above, from left, Lino Alvarez, AMSA Coach/Computer Science Teacher, Dan Warner, Hopkinton, Josh Michel, Andover, Tejas Rao, Maynard, Jon Roche, Chelmsford
January 21, 2014 — Marlborough:
Juniors Dan Warner, Tejas Rao, Jon Roche, and Josh Michel
represented AMSA at the High School Programming Contest at
Fitchburg State University on Dec. 6. AMSA placed second out of
42 teams.
The contest consisted of 12 problems.
Each team was given three hours to solve as many problems as
possible, with a single computer as the sole tool. They were
expected to develop different programs to solve these problems.
For example, the AMSA team developed
one program to find different bicycle-to-gear ratios.
Computer science teachers Kelly Powers
and Lino Alvarez attended the tournament as AMSA coaches.
Yearly, their students compete in similar computing events to
improve and expand their skills.
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Virtual Tour of Golden Pond "One of our goals is to provide an environment where people want to come..." Keri Kunst, owner Above is a Golden Pond created slideshow. Choose the HopNews video below to see some beautiful interiors in the new addition as well as some greetings from the management and a look at the new dining room during a recent open house. Remember as you look, that most people who choose assisted living choose a location within 10 miles of their homes. Wouldn't it be great for you or your loved one to live near family in a beautiful environment with a supportive staff? Golden Pond New Apartments HopNews Open House Video Want to know more? (508) 435-1250 |
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Incident Log Sunday, January 19, 2014
12:37 pm A
motorist reported that he was stuck in the snow on Cedar
Street at the entrance to the State Park. Officer Thomas
Griffin responded and advised 9:39 am Officer David Shane reported that there was a low hanging wire across the road on Fruit Street and that trucks would not be able to get through. The electrical company was notified and responded to repair it. 5:13 am Officer Robert Bielecki removed a large tree branch from the roadway on Fruit Street. 1:50 am A caller reported that a teenager was sitting on the side of Ash Street. Officer Matthew McNeil located the individual and transported him back to his residence.
Saturday, January 18, 2014 11:45 pm Officer Robert Bielecki removed a large limb from the roadway on West Elm Street. 10:50 pm Officer William Burchard checked on a motor vehicle with fresh crash damage at a West Main Street business. An employee of the business stated that the operator had been in an accident earlier and asked to park the vehicle overnight. 8:03 pm A 911 caller from Valentine Road reported seeing a possible mountain lion. Officer William Burchard responded and checked the area with a negative find. 9:39 pm A Greenwood Road resident reported that a suspicious white van had parked several places in the neighborhood for the past few hours. Officer William Burchard responded and spoke with the operator who was plowing. 6:56 pm A 911 caller reported that he had hit a light pole on Priscilla Road. Sgt. Michael Sutton responded to take a report and advised that there was no structural damage to the pole. 2:16 pm The DPW reported that a car was off of the roadway and into the woods on Wood Street. Two officers responded and assisted the vehicle in getting out. 1:32 pm There were multiple cars stuck on Cedar Street. Officer Thomas Griffin and the DPW responded to assist. 1:18 pm A caller reported a two car motor vehicle accident without personal injury on West Main Street. Officer David Shane responded and notified the State Police to responded because it was on the Route 495 ramp. 1:11 pm Officer Thomas Griffin responded to a two car motor vehicle accident without personal injury on Ash Street. 12:53 pm Officer David Shane responded to assist with a motor vehicle accident without personal injury on Hill Street. 12:46 pm A caller complained about a vehicle that was parked in the back of another vehicle on Davis Road. Officer Stephen Buckley responded and spoke with the owner. 11:20 am Officer Stephen Buckley responded to Fruit Street to assist a vehicle that was off of the roadway and in a ditch. 10:45 am Officer David Shane responded to Fruit Street to assist with a motor vehicle accident with no personal injury. 10:24 am Officer David Shane assisted the Fire Department with a fire alarm activation on Saddle Hill Road.
Friday, January 17, 2014 10:39 pm The Ashland Police Department reported that an erratic operator was heading towards Hopkinton. Officer William Burchard stopped the vehicle on Main Street and spoke with the operator. 9:40 pm Officer William Burchard assisted a disabled motor vehicle on Wood Street. 9:12 pm A motorist reported debris in the roadway on Route 495 north. The State Police was notified. 8:02 pm A resident of Ash Street reported that a neighbor was doing construction work in violation of the town by-laws. Officer William Burchard responded and advised that the home owner shutdown for the night. 5:03 pm Officer Aaron O'Neil stopped a motor vehicle on Cedar Street and spoke with the operator. 3:51 pm A Hill Street resident reported that two males came to his door claiming to be from a telephone company and wanted access to his utilities. The caller denied access and thought that it was suspicious because they did not have any form of identification. Officer Aaron O'Neil located the individuals and spoke with them. 1:20 pm A 911 caller from Deneen Road reported that he believed someone had broken into his house while he was out. Two officers responded and wrote a report. 12:35 am Officer Linda Higgins checked and spoke with the operator of a motor vehicle on Lyford Road. 12:31 am Officer John Moran assisted a disabled motor vehicle on Route 495. |
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