Hopkinton Select Board Reaffirms Its Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Pledge previously established by the Board on Dec. 8, 2020. During public forum at the previous Select Board meeting, Hopkinton Public Library Assistant Director Jak Miller asked the...
The issue of inadequate supply and the problem of affordability of properties is apparent across all of Massachusetts. To resolve this crisis and obtain a noticeable effect on our community, significant efforts need to take place: Massachusetts governmental control of the housing market and programs to stimulate home building.
LaFreniere stated, “I fully accept this. It’s my fault entirely.” LaFreniere told police that she did not want any special treatment. She will attend tonight’s Select Board meeting, knowing that there will be comments aimed at her during the public forum. She said, “I’ll be judged harshly. Let the chips fall where they may.”
The Commission supports Article 5, Transfer Care, Custody & Control of Hughes Farm Parcels.
The Select Board, Planning Board, Zoning Advisory Committee, and Board of Appeals must be held accountable. Developers or short-term financial promises should not sway our town. The residents’ will must be respected, along with the history and character of our community.
Timothy Boivin addressed the Hopkinton Select Board to express frustration about repeated appearances over seven months seeking accountability for the mishandling of personal information in a child rape case. He criticized various officials and the Town Government for lack of responsibility and transparency, calling for resignations and systemic improvements.
The editor reflects on witnessing an assassination attempt on former President Trump, drawing parallels with past attacks on presidents Reagan and Roosevelt.
In a 5-4 vote split along party lines, Kyla McSweeney was selected to fill Adam Munroe’s term on the School Committee, defeating Brendan Tedstone. Despite pressure on key members, McSweeney garnered support primarily from the Democratic Town Committee, while some highlighted Tedstone’s negotiation experience. McSweeney will serve until May 2025.
The Hopkinton Democratic Town Committee (HDTC) urged members to support Kyla McSweeney for School Committee through letter writing or public comment. Concurrently, a whisper campaign against her opponent, Brendan Tedstone, citing a past incident, has emerged. The Select Board and School Committee will vote tonight amid reported political pressures.
A School Committee candidate has a complex history including a serious mental health diagnosis, multiple legal issues, and unclear residency status.
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