January
12, 2011 — Last night at 8:45 p.m., Massachusetts State Police arrested
a fugitive who had held a gun to his girlfriend's head and threatened
her life in front of their young daughter.
Members of the Massachusetts State Police
Violent Fugitive Apprehension Section located and apprehended DANIEL
DUBIE, 28, of
Framingham after
stopping his car in Ashland.
On January 4, DUBIE retrieved a handgun and
proceeded to load it in front of his girlfriend and three-year-old
daughter. He then placed the loaded weapon to his girlfriend’s head and
threatened to kill her. With his daughter pleading with him not to hurt
her mother, DUBIE fled the area.
With information provided by the Framingham
Police Department and its own intelligence, the Massachusetts State
Police Violent Fugitive Apprehension Section set up surveillance on a
house on Raymond Marchetti Way
in Ashland.
At approximately 8:40 p.m. troopers observed
DUBIE enter a motor vehicle and leave the area. Troopers followed him
for a short distance, then executed a plan to box in the car without
putting the public at risk. They then apprehended DUBIE without
incident.
DUBIE is charged with two counts of assault
and battery with a dangerous weapon, witness intimidation, and threats
to commit a crime. He has been turned over to the custody of the
Framingham Police Department. Troopers at the scene were assisted by the
Ashland Police Department.
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New School, New Library, New Business Are
Topics
by Muriel Kramer
January 12, 2011 — Last night Eagle Scout
James Regan was honored by the Board of Selectmen for his achievements;
his Eagle Award project included over 400 hours of work researching
Hopkinton Springs Hotel--the first luxury hotel in New England located
off what is now Spring Street. That history is now recorded for all to
appreciate on three placards located at the site; James funded the
placards by holding a rummage sale as part of the project. Acknowledging
James’ efforts and evident leadership skills, Selectman John Mosher
commented, “We wish you well on the application of all your skills in
the future.”
Chamber of Commerce Bids to Lead Economic
Development Effort
The President of Hopkinton’s Chamber of
Commerce, Bob McGuire, and the Chamber Director Tim Kilduff, pitched the
idea that the Chamber of Commerce could effectively lead the effort to
champion Economic Development for Hopkinton.
McGuire and Kilduff gave an
overview of the Chamber’s mission.
The Hopkinton Chamber of Commerce is
dedicated to helping all businesses succeed. Emphasizing the Chamber’s
networking abilities, dedication to helping businesses succeed and their
marketing resources, they asserted that the Chamber was a natural choice
to help the Selectmen achieve their goal to better market Hopkinton and
build the commercial tax base. “Honestly, we are looking to help in any
way we can to support the Board and the Town,” according to McGuire.
Elementary School Building Project Update
Voters will be asked in March to support
funding for a new elementary school on Fruit Street; that cost is
estimated at approximately $38 million for a 90,000 square foot facility
that will include an early childhood learning center. According to Town
Manager Norman Khumalo, the town is anticipating approximately a 43%
reimbursement from the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA).
The schematic design was
submitted to the MSBA on December 29th;
their final decision project going forward is expected February 9th.
To support the project, the
School Committee and School Department has initiated an information
campaign; the first forum is scheduled for 7PM Wednesday night January
12th (snow date
January 18th)
at Center School. Additionally there are over 40 neighborhood coffees
scheduled to afford residents an opportunity to get more information
between now and Special Town Meeting. For more information on the school
project, districting or the information sessions, log onto
https://sites.google.com/a/hopkinton.k12.ma.us/hesbc;
the web page is being regularly updated as information becomes
available.
Addressing the attendant hot topic of
districting the elementary schools, Dr. Phelan recapped that the initial
decision was made in 2002 and that districting has remained a goal of
the department since. The web page and information sessions are intended
to address questions and comments about districting as well as the
building project.
Addressing the cost, Selectman Ben Palleiko, asked for more information
and detail to support the costs. “I actually looked into this myself
today.” The High School built 10 years ago for $34 million with a better
than 60% reimbursement is a 200,000 square foot facility. The proposed
new school is less than half the size and projected to cost more. “Why
have costs risen so dramatically? Inflation alone doesn’t account for
that.”
Hopkinton Public Library Grant
Application
The library expansion project is also moving
forward on schedule receiving a unanimous vote of support from the Board
of Selectmen to submit the grant application as presented by the
Permanent Building Committee. The project is estimated to cost $10.3
million; the plan is that $4.6 million will come from the grant, and
$5.7 million will be shared by the town and private donations. Speaking
for the trustees and library supporters, Laura Barry confirmed that they
are proposing $2 million in private fundraising. “Given this building at
that location; I think it is an achievable goal.” The town will then be
asked to raise and appropriate $3.7 million for the project.
The expansion project will preserve the
existing library and add a two story addition encompassing the property
now owned by the library trustees at 9 Church Street. The finished
building will have 22,000 square feet with parking in the back on Church
Street. To accommodate accessibility requirements, the main entrance
will be on Church Street, but the original entrance facing Main Street
will be maintained for both aesthetics and occasional use as necessary
or desired.
The grant application must be
submitted by January 27th
and a decision is expected in July. If the grant is received, the Town
will have 6 months to raise and appropriate the necessary additional
funding.
The Selectmen all applauded the efforts of the committee and the Library
Trustees in particular for both moving the project forward and
maintaining the current location. Calling the current library building
“a cornerstone of downtown”, Chairman RJ Dourney, emphasized, “We really
applaud what you did.”
The Selectmen voted to open the warrant for
annual Town Meeting, May 2, 20111; The warrant will close Thursday
March3rd at 4:30 PM.
MASSACHUSETTSSTATE
POLICE STORM PREPARATIONS
In
anticipation of tomorrow’s snowstorm, the Massachusetts State Police are
prepared to hold over troopers from the midnight shift (which runs from
11 p.m. to 7 a.m.) and the day shift (7 a.m. to 3 p.m.), depending on
weather and road conditions, traffic volume and any other circumstances
affecting public safety. The decision whether to hold over personnel at
the end of their shifts will be made by individual Troop commanders
based on conditions and circumstances in each of the five geographic
Troops, as well as at the Turnpike and Airport Troops.
Additionally, we will
assign troopers from specialty units such as the Collision Analysis and
Reconstruction Section, Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Section, and
other units to supplement road patrols out of the barracks.
State Police are also
pre-positioning tracked support vehicles – which are capable of
traversing deep snow and icy terrains, as well as flooded areas --
around the state to be deployed as needed. The tracked vehicles, known
as SUS-Vs, can be used to reach and transport stranded people or
transport supplies or emergency personnel.
State Police urge Massachusetts residents
to refrain from driving tomorrow if at all possible. If people do
have to drive, we urge them to go slowly and to leave adequate space –
at least three vehicle lengths – between their vehicle and the vehicle
in front of them. Motorists should also be prepared by having a cellular
phone, a blanket and a flashlight with them should they become stranded.
Anyone in distress should call 911 on
a cell phone to be connected with a State Police Communications Center.
We also remind citizens to check on elderly neighbors or others who may
need help, especially in cases of power outages.
Marine
Corps Painting Available for Public Viewing
Phipps Insurance Agency
80
Main Street
Hopkinton
From January 10, 2011 - January 20, 2011
Monday -Friday 9 am - Noon and 5:00 pm -7:00 pm
Saturday 9:00 am - Noon
January 10,
2011 — Hopkinton artist Dustin Neece, creator of what he calls the
Marine
Corps Painting that was unveiled October 20, 2010 at an invitation only
event at the First Congregation Church, has loaned his masterpiece to
Rob Phipps of the namesake insurance agency at 80 Main Street. Mr.
Phipps agreed with Mr. Neece to the showing so that the general public
has a chance to see it before it leaves town, perhaps forever, Mr.
Phipps says.
Mr. Phipps' heart is woven throughout the painting of a lone soldier at
Iwo Jima, the bloodiest battle the Marine Corps has fought. His father,
Paul, fought there and survived, as did every Hopkinton veteran who went
there. In addition, his son Michael was one of the models for the
painting. And as if those connections weren't enough, Rob Phipps' father
and mother, Paul and Ruth Phipps, were married at Quantico before he
left for war.
In the photo on the right, Mt. Suribachi in the background and a fiddler
entertaining the officers, Mr. Paul Phipps sits on the beach at Iwo Jima
(Arrow). Suribachi is the location of the famous flag raising on its
peak, three Marines pushing and one reaching to push.
Mr. Neece's painting of the lone Marine is expected to visit the Marine
Corps Museum at Quantico, Virginia at the beginning of February, Mr.
Phipps said today. Mr. Phipps said that everyone is welcome to visit the
painting.
"We're not doing this to sell insurance," he said.
January 10, 2011
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7:01
am A caller reported a school bus
speeding...
8:33
pm An employee working on South Street noticed a male walking
around...
8:45
pm A caller reported a customer harassing workers at a Main Street
location...
7:36
pm A Lowell Drive homeowner gave comfort and warm shelter to a loose
dog...
GOLDEN SPOON PROPERTY SOLD TO CURRENT
BUSINESS OWNERS - SEE BELOW
Real Estate
Transactions for Hopkinton, Massachusetts
New Transactions from
January 3, 2011 to January 10, 2011
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Buyer
Price
Date
Seller
85 West Main Street
Monica Morgan, William Morgan
775,000.00
January 10, 2011
Michelle Fillingim, Thomas
Fillingim
Eye on
the Prize
January 11,
2011 — This seagull gets ready to swoop down on a morsel on top of the
ice at Hopkinton Reservoir on Monday afternoon.
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School District Launches Two New Websites
to Communicate Plans
January 10, 2011 — As part of the School
District Strategic Plan, the School Committee, administration, and staff
continue to work toward effectively communicating their plans,
priorities, and progress to students, staff, families, and the
community. On January 6, the Hopkinton Public School District posted two
new informational pages. The new pages are designed to provide
information to the public regarding two current initiatives: the
Elementary School Building Project, and the search for a new
Superintendent of Schools.
The Elementary School Building Project page
contains information regarding the history of and projections for the
proposed new elementary school on the Fruit Street site; Frequently
Asked Questions and Fact Sheets; key documents such as the Feasibility
Study and interior and exterior building renderings; information
regarding rationale for moving to a neighborhood school configuration,
including information regarding the public planning process for that
project; all information regarding the Hopkinton Elementary School
Building Committee (HESBC); cost estimates; and other useful educational
links.
The Superintendent Search page contains
information regarding the search process; the brochure advertising the
position; an online application; important links and information
regarding the School district and town of Hopkinton; and information
regarding the Screening Committee.
Both pages can be accessed directly from the
district website:
www.hopkinton.k12.ma.us
and will be updated on a regular basis.
The Price Is
Right
January 9.
2011 — These young men might have preferred some smoother ice and an
occasional Zamboni run, but a few minutes of shoveling by everyone
involved worked out to some really cheap ice time at Ice House Pond on
Saturday.
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Joseph A. Niedzialkoski,
86
Joseph A. Niedzialkoski, 86, of
Hopkinton, passed away Wednesday, January 5, 2011 at Milford Regional
Medical Center. Born in Sterling, MA., he was the son of the late Frank
and Czeslawa (Bronislawski) Niedzialkoski. Joseph was the last survivor
of his 7 siblings. He was the husband of the
late Mary Niedzialkoski who passed in 2002.
He is survived by his sons; Steven and his wife Karen of Mendon, Paul of
Marlborough, Richard of Hopkinton, James of Bellingham and his daughter,
Ann Kohring and her husband Douglas of Chelmsford. He also leaves behind
3 grandchildren; Shaun, Timothy and Mark.
Joseph enjoyed hunting, fishing and sports as well as spending time with
his family. He had attended Worcester Trade School and ran the Sky Farm
Dairy in Sterling.
Visitation will be held on Monday, January 10, 2011 from 4-7 p.m. at the
Chesmore Funeral Home
of Hopkinton, 57 Hayden Rowe Street.
A funeral mass
will be celebrated at 10a.m. on Tuesday, January 11th at St. John the
Evangelist Church of Hopkinton. Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery
in Hopkinton. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Catholic
Charitable Bureau, 51 Sleeper Street, Boston, MA 02210
Tragedy
in Tucson
CBS Evening News,
January 8, 2011, Above
The Feast
January 9,
2011 — George Dias, left and Mark Declaire display, at the request of
the photographer, two of the three salmon they caught at Hopkinton
Reservoir Saturday afternoon. The state stocks the reservoir and other
bodies of water with fish that can survive in their respective new
homes. The money collected from fishing licenses goes toward paying for
that service.
Get Ready
January 9,
2011 — Squirrels were putting on the feedbag everywhere on Friday before
the snow.
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Where's the Hotdog?
January 9,
2011 — In a vignette of tree branches shot through an opening in a 100' deep grove of
trees on Route 85, yet another group of ice fishermen in the middle of
Hopkinton Reservoir watch over a fire. Open fires are not allowed for
warmth on the ice, only for cooking. Most ice-fishermen bring along a
hotdog to throw on the grill to be in compliance. This image is grainy due to the original distance
of the shot and the zooming and enhancements done after the image
capture. To see the original image, mouse-over the photo.
Hopkinton 30,
Marlborough 45
January 9, 2011 —
Although it appears this Hopkinton wrestler is getting ready for the pin
Saturday morning, Marlborough won the match nonetheless.
January 9, 2011 —
Melissa Lodge paces her way to a second place finish in mile, also at
the Freshman-Sophomore meet. More than a dozen Hopkinton High School
freshmen and sophomores competed in the track meet along with other
athletes from across Massachusetts. Photo by Linda Ronan.
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Michael G. Urban, age 57
HOLLISTON-
Michael G. Urban, age 57, a
Framingham Firefighter, died peacefully, Friday, January 7, 2011, at his
home, surrounded by his loving family, after a six-month battle with
Mesothelioma.
He was the devoted husband of 30 years to
Maureen (Delaney) Urban of Holliston.
Born in Framingham, he was the son of the
late Helen Urban and was the nephew of the late Joseph Urban.
His dedicated public service spanned 24
years as a member of the Framingham Firefighters Local 1652. He was also
a carpenter and cabinet maker by trade. Mike was a true outdoorsman who
respected nature. He especially enjoyed hunting and fishing, and was a
member of many sportsman associations.
In addition to his wife, Maureen, he is
survived by his daughters, Jessica Urban of Philadelphia, PA, and Kelly
Urban of Santa Barbara, CA.
He is also survived by in-laws whom Mike
considered true siblings: Paul and his wife Alicia Delaney of Granada
Hills, CA, Bob Delaney of Norfolk, Chuck Delaney of Oakham, Jan Delaney
and her husband Tom Nee of Bourne, Jeanne and her husband Eric Clapper
of Holliston; his aunt, Carol Kenney of NH, and cousins, Chris Bean,
Beth Comeau, Joey Kenney and Peter Kenney; and many loved nieces and
nephews.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend
his funeral with full fire department honors on Tuesday, January 11,
2011, at 10 AM from the Norton Funeral Home, www.nortonfuneralhome.com,
53 Beech St. (Corner of Union Ave.), Framingham, followed by a funeral
Mass at 11 AM in St. Stephen's Church, 251 Concord St. (Rt. 126),
Framingham. Burial will follow in the family lot at St. Stephen’s
Cemetery, Framingham.
Visiting hours at the funeral home will be
Monday from 4 – 8 PM.
In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy
may be made to the International Mesothelioma Program, c/o David
Sugarbaker, MD, Brigham & Women’s Hospital, 75 Francis Street, Boston,
MA 02115.
Medway 72,
Hopkinton 53
January 8, 2011 —
Tommy Hennigan makes a move on this Medway defender last night at home.
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Medway 45, Hopkinton
40
January 8,
2011 —Natalie Mazur goes up for two last night against Medway at home.
State Police Locate Missing Attleboro Boy
January 7, 2011 - Tonight at 5:40 p.m., the
Massachusetts State Police received a request for assistance from the
North Attleboro Police Department in locating a 15-year-old boy who had
gone missing from his home. Adding to the rescuers' concern was that the
boy was not dressed adequately for winter weather.
The State Police responded with Trooper Joe
King from the K-9 Section and his partner Kallie, troopers from the
Foxboro Barracks, and a State Police helicopter based in Plymouth. Trooper King and
Kallie were starting an active track when the Air Wing arrived on scene.
Using the helicopter's FLIR (Forward Looking Infrared Radar) camera, Air
Wing troopers located the missing boy in the woods in
North Attleboro and were able to direct ground personnel to
his location.
HopNews file photo.
Men Charged In Connection With
Yesterday’s Bank Robbery In Everett
EVERETT-
Two men have been arrested and charged in connection with yesterday’s
attempted robbery of the Century Bank in Everett and subsequent
police-involved shooting, Middlesex District Attorney Gerry Leone and
Everett Police Chief Steven Mazzie informed the public today.
Robert Giannino, 34, of
Medford, was
arrested by Boston Police Department this afternoon and was transported
to Everett Police Department, where he was charged with unarmed
robbery. James Gordon Chase, 48, of Lynn, was arrested this afternoon by Everett
Police Department and charged with unarmed robbery.
Both will be arraigned Monday morning in
Malden District Court.
According to authorities, at approximately 2:16 pm yesterday, Everett
Police responded to a reported bank robbery in progress at the Century
Bank on Route 16 in Everett. When an officer
arrived, it is alleged that Giannino fled on foot and a pursuit ensued.
When the officer encountered Giannino after
the pursuit, it is alleged that Giannino got into a waiting vehicle,
driven by Chase. It is alleged that Chase then accelerated towards the
officer, who was ordering him to stop. It is alleged that the officer
then discharged his department issued service firearm, striking Chase.
The vehicle then left the area and was tracked to an apartment building
located at 319 Central
Street in Saugus, where authorities were able to locate
Chase. It is alleged Giannino exited the vehicle prior to it arriving
in
Saugus.
The injured driver, Chase, was transported
to Massachusetts GeneralHospital, where he was hospitalized until
this afternoon.
The investigation into the bank robbery was
conducted by Everett Police, State Police assigned to the Middlesex
District Attorney's Office and the FBI Bank Robbery Task Force. The
justifiability of the police involved shooting will be investigated by
the District Attorney’s Office, per protocol.
These charges are allegations
and the defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty.
The Assistant District Attorney
assigned to the case is David Rubin.
Evan Girardi Memorial Scholarship Announced
Generous
contributions from friends, family and the community have made it
possible to establish a scholarship to honor the memory of Evan Girardi,
Hopkinton High School graduate, Class of 2007 and a member of the senior
class at Loyola University in Maryland. Through the scholarship, Evan’s
family and friends hope that his spirit will endure and continue to
enrich the lives of others.
This annual scholarship will be awarded to one Hopkinton High School
graduate who is a resident of Hopkinton with plans to attend an
accredited Catholic institution of higher education. Applications may
be obtained from the HHS Counseling Office. The deadline to submit
applications is April 7, 2011.
Anyone interested in contributing to the scholarship fund may do so by
making a check out to: "Evan Girardi Memorial Scholarship" and sent
to Evan Girardi Memorial Scholarship, 92 Spring Street, Hopkinton, MA.
01748.
Thank
You for Tremendous Toys for Tots Outpouring
January 7, 2011 - The United States
Marine Corps Toys for Tots program and the Massachusetts State
Police would like to thank the citizens of
Massachusetts for your generous donations to
Toys for Tots. The despicable theft that occurred at the Essex and
Middlesex Toys for Tots program storage container on Dec. 19 had a
direct impact on the program’s toy distribution. However, thanks to the
media, the volunteers and the generous contributions from the community,
Toys for Tots was able to start filling orders immediately. Without the
community support Toys for Tots would not have been able to supply all
the needs of the children in our area this year. The overwhelming
response has taken our breath away and honestly there are no words to
describe how humbly grateful we are. Again, thank you for your support.
Thank you,
Kerra Huchowski (Noyes)
Intelligence Analyst
CommonwealthFusionCenter
MassachusettsState
Police
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New School
Estimated at $37.9 Million
State
expected to cover about 37%
by Heather Kelley
January 7, 2011 —
At last night’s School Committee meeting, Chair Rebecca Robak provided a
brief summary of the status of the Elementary School Building
Committee’s submission to the Massachusetts School Building Authority.
“We’re following the process,” said Robak. Superintendent Jack Phelan
added that the project “has gone through a very intense, critical
review.” The Committee is set with its February 9th meeting
date with the MSBA, at which point Hopkinton will learn if the plan for
the proposed Fruit Street school has passed muster. If it has, the MSBA
will disclose what share of the cost the state will bear, and what the
town will be left to shoulder, should voters approve the measure at a
March Special Town Meeting. The total project is currently estimated to
cost $37.9 million, with the MSBA expected to cover in the area of $14
million.
The School Committee launched a new page on their web
site devoted to the new elementary school project, which can be found at
https://sites.google.com/a/hopkinton.k12.ma.us/hesbc/.
While a lot of information is available, Member Jean Bertschmann
cautioned that some items, such as the project photos of the exterior
and interior, are still in the schematic design phase. “These are not
final,” Bertschmann said. Also on the page is a link entitled
“Informational Forums,” which lists the office hours, principal’s
coffees, and community forums where members of the School Committee will
be available for questions and discussion. A community forum is
scheduled for Wednesday, January 12th (snow date January 18th)
at 7 pm at Center School. A tour of the school will be offered,
followed by a question and answer session.
Will ask
for funding at Special Town Meeting in March
January 6, 2011 —
The School Committee sent out a press release detailing their
perspective on the timeline leading up to this day, as they prepare to
promote a new school on Fruit Street and ask the voters to pay for it at
a Special Town Meeting in March.
The School
Committee will be promoting the project at several events as well as an
hour before each School Committee meeting in the Middle School Library.
They have released
a document explaining the time line of events leading up to today.
Please read it
here.
Another Police-Involved Shooting Incident Under Investigation
EVERETT-
January 6, 2011 — A man has been hospitalized in connection with a
police-involved shooting incident that occurred this afternoon in
Everett,
Middlesex District Attorney Gerry Leone and Everett Police Chief Steven
Mazzie informed the public today.
The man, who authorities have not yet
identified, remains hospitalized in stable condition and is being
questioned in connection with today’s incident. The police-involved
shooting will be investigated by the Middlesex DA’s office, for a
justifiability determination, per protocol.
According to authorities, at approximately 2:16 pm this afternoon,
Everett Police responded to a reported bank robbery in progress at the
Century Bank on Route 16 in Everett. When an officer arrived, the suspect,
a male, fled on foot and a pursuit ensued.
When the officer encountered the suspect, it
is alleged that the suspect got into a waiting vehicle as the driver
then accelerated towards the officer, who was standing in front of the
vehicle, ordering it to stop. It is alleged that as the motor vehicle
proceeded towards the Officer, the officer discharged his department
issued service firearm, striking the driver. The vehicle then left the
area and was tracked to an apartment building located at 319 Central Street
in Saugus,
where authorities were able to locate the driver.
The injured driver was transported to
Massachusetts GeneralHospital. The suspect remains at large,
and it is alleged that he exited the vehicle prior to authorities
locating it in
Saugus.
The investigation into the circumstances of
the alleged bank robbery and the police-involved shooting is ongoing.
The investigation into the bank robbery is being conducted by Everett
Police, State Police assigned to the Middlesex District Attorney's
Office and the FBI Bank Robbery Task Force.
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Former
Massachusetts Governor, Ambassador to Canada
Paul Cellucci Has ALS, Lou Gehrig's Disease
January 6, 2011
— "My wife Jan and I confirm that I have
been diagnosed with a slow case of ALS, Lou
Gehrig's disease. I am under the care of a
world-class physician, Dr. Robert H. Brown
Jr., Chair of Neurology at the University of
Massachusetts Medical School and the
University of Massachusetts Memorial Medical
Center. I've had symptoms for four years.
Despite some weaknesses, I am feeling quite
well. I maintain a full and varied work
schedule, love playing with my three
grandchildren and attending my son-in-law's
NHL games, regularly complete six miles on
an exercise bike, and enjoy the movies and
dining out with friends. I'm leading a
normal, private life. I will always be truly
grateful for the opportunity to have served
35 years in public service. But now that I
am a private citizen, my health is a private
matter. Other than this statement, Jan and I
choose not to discuss this further and ask
that our privacy be respected."
--Paul
Cellucci
Statement of Governor Deval Patrick:
BOSTON
–Thursday, January 7, 2011 – Governor Deval
Patrick said in a press release for tomorrow
news, “Governor Cellucci is a valued public
servant and friend. We are holding him and
his family close to our hearts at this
difficult time.”
Remember
When?
January 6,
2011 — Time can be measured in many ways, as anyone who is waiting for
the last two minutes of football time knows. It
could
be a half-hour, and for a non-fan, that half-hour seems even longer.
To an eighty year-old, four years can be a drop in the bucket, but to an
internet business person, it is an eon. And so it was in March of 2007
when, 3.5 years after the inception of HopNews, the site saw its
millionth visit. And since then in nearly the same time span, HopNews
has quadrupled that number.
It is due to the community coming together and taking part, whether by
sending tips, news, schedules, stories and photos; or through
advertising. And it is also due to the world-class photography that
HopNews presents to its readers, as well as Town Talk, features,
reports, HD Video and a host of resources available to readers.
Leading up to the one millionth visit, HopNews offered $500 to whomever
would guess the closest to the time the counter turned. One person, high
school student Greg Fraser was the closest to the correct time, March
12, 2007 at 1:24 pm. He and his mom left the studio with a check for
$500. The video of the presentation of the check by video editor David
Sheehan is above, formerly presented only on these pages, but now for
the first time on YouTube.
Thanks to all who believe.
Joseph A. Niedzialkoski, 86
Joseph A. Niedzialkoski, 86, of
Hopkinton passed away Wednesday, January 5, 2011. He was the husband of
the late Mary Niedzialkoski who passed away in 2002. Arrangements are
incomplete and from the
Chesmore Funeral Home.
Mary Johnson Clark 70
Mary Johnson Clark 70, a lifetime
Hopkinton resident and wife of Robert G. Clark, found eternal peace
while in the loving care of her husband, family, CNA, and Hospice. She
was the daughter of the late Frank and Marion Johnson.
Mary's warm gentle manner was a special gift she shared with everyone.
Her love for family and friends remained forever enduring. Mary's
fortitude in her battle with cancer demonstrated her zest for life and
an inner toughness that could only be admired. Mary believed the most
precious gift in life is family. She especially enjoyed both watching
and time spent with all the grandchildren growing up, and her winter
home in Florida. She worked for the Hopkinton Police Department for 10
years and various administrative positions in the private sector.
She is survived by her three sons, Timothy Wright and his wife Debbie
(Adams); Gregory Wright and his wife Bonnie (Robbins); Kevin Wright and
his wife Maureen (Walsh); six grandchildren; sisters, Sandra Fairbanks
and husband Bob, Janice Copithorne and husband Jim; and her brother
Frank Johnson and his wife Margie (Langdon). Her extended family,
daughters in law, Elisabeth Martin, Suzanne Lindros and husband Wayne,
Pamela Dolaher and husband Frank, nine grandchildren and four great
grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her former husband George
Wright of Hopkinton.
Visitation will be held on Sunday January 9, 2010 from 4 to 7pm at the
Chesmore Funeral Home of Hopkinton, 57 Haden Rowe St.
www.ChesmoreFuneralHome.com.
A funeral mass will be celebrated on Monday January 10th at 10:00AM at
St John�s Church in Hopkinton. Interment will follow at Evergreen
Cemetery Hopkinton. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to
Dana Farber/Brigham and Women�s Cancer Research Institute, 10 Brookline
Place West, 6th floor Brookline, MA 02445.
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Caliper Life
Sciences to Present at the 29th Annual
J.P. Morgan
Healthcare Conference
HOPKINTON,
Mass., January 6, 2011 -- Caliper Life Sciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: CALP)
today announced that Kevin Hrusovsky, Caliper’s President and CEO, will
present at the 29
th Annual
J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference on January 13, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. PST.
A live webcast of the presentation can be accessed at
http://jpmorgan.metameetings.com/webcasts/healthcare11/directlink.php?ticker=CALP
or by visiting their website at www.caliperLS.com. To access the
webcast, select "Investors" and find the event under "Investor Events".
An archived edition of the presentation will be available for 90 days.
NOTE:
Above is a reprise of an exclusive HopNews interview with Caliper
CEO Kevin Hrusovsky following a conference last June at Caliper Life
Sciences in Hopkinton, where enabling cures is what they do.
Naked Vet Calendar
Makes it to KFMB-TV in San Diego
Hopkinton Vet promotes Calendar and alternative
veterinary medicine
January 6,
2011 — Veterinarian Margo Roman DMV of M.A.S.H. (Main Street Animal
Services of Hopkinton) who first appeared on these pages three weeks ago
to promote her naked calendar, as well as holistic veterinary medicine,
has since taken her quest across the country, landing recently in San
Diego.
"We are also taking it to the NAVC and Sundance Film Festival," said Dr.
Roman in an email.
A reprise of
the HopNews interview can be seen here (Or enlarged to full screen HD),
and the KFMB interview
can be seen here.
Hopkinton 62,
Bellingham 24
January 6,
2011 — Josh Hacunda brings it home yesterday against Bellingham.
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Thomas L. Boudreau, 63
Thomas L. Boudreau, 63, of Uxbridge, MA
and formerly of Franklin, MA and Medway, MA died early Saturday morning
(December 18, 2010) at the Milford Regional Medical Center. He was the
husband of Mary "Patty" (Kannar) Boudreau.
He was born in Natick, MA, the son of the late Leo and the late Rose (Selewich)
Boudreau and had resided in Uxbridge for the past 5 years. He was
pre-deceased by his paternal grandmother, Mae Boudreau Ellis, who raised
him as a young boy.
Mr. Boudreau attended the Hopkinton public schools and graduated
from Hopkinton High School in 1966.
He was employed as an electrical supply manager at Concord Electric
Supply in Milford, MA for 6 years. He had previously been employed at
Inter City Electrical Supply in Framingham, MA for 28 years.
He also served as a “call fireman” for the Town of Medway for 10
years. He was an avid sports fan and was a life-long softball player. He
also enjoyed Sunday drives with his wife and travelling with his family.
Besides his wife of 42 years, he leaves 2 sons, Thomas W. Boudreau
of Franklin, MA and Jeffrey E. Boudreau and his wife, Karla, of
Franklin, MA; 1 daughter, Andrea M., wife of Michael Wainwright of
Plainville, MA; (4) grandchildren who were the “joys of his life”, Aidan
T., Tyler J., and Dustin J. Boudreau, and Troy M. Wainwright; 1
sister, Patricia A. Lozeau and her husband, Remi, of Uxbridge, MA; 3
sisters-in-law, Sandra Kannar of Milford, MA, Cathleen Kannar-Hunter of
Uxbridge, MA and Carleen A. Kannar of Hopedale, MA.
His funeral was held on Wednesday morning December 22 at 9AM from the
Edwards Memorial Funeral Home 44 Congress Street Milford, MA followed by
a Mass of Christian Burial at 10AM in St. Mary of the Assumption Church
19 Winter Street Milford, MA. Burial followed in the parish cemetery on
Cedar Street (Rte. 85.).
Memorial contributions may be made to the Milford Regional Healthcare
Foundation 14 Prospect Street Milford, MA. 01757.
Both Sides
Now
January 5,
2011 — The puppies, battleships, wild boars and sled in these clouds
over Lake Whitehall today might have looked like other things from a
different angle.
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SCHOOL COMMITTEE JANUARY OFFICE
HOURS
The School
Committee will begin conducting regular office hours for the purpose of
meeting with community members to listen to their opinions and
suggestions and to answer their questions regarding the FY12 budget,
Superintendent Search process, Elementary School Building Project, or
other topics of interest.
January 6, 2011 6:30 pm Hopkinton Middle School Library
January 11, 2011 9:30 am Colella's Red Barn Cafe
January 13, 2011 6:30 pm Hopkinton Middle School Library
January 20, 2011 6:30 pm Hopkinton Middle School Library
January 25, 2011 9:30 am Colella's Red Barn Cafe
January 27, 2011 6:30 pm Hopkinton Middle School Library
Hopkinton
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January 5,
2011 — Hopkinton travelled to Millis last night and came back with a
win. Above, Graham Eagan gets set to pass.
STATE
OF THE CENTER SCHOOL
COMMUNITY INFORMATION FORUM
The School Committee is conducting a public
information forum to provide information regarding the Elementary School
Building Project, facilitate tours of Center School, and answer
questions from the public.
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
7:00 pm
Center School Cafeteria
Snow Date: Tuesday, January 18, 2011
Two Men Arrested, Arraigned For Receiving Suspected Narcotics Postal
Shipment
Over Five Pounds Of
Marijuana, Numerous Narcotics, And $30,000 Seized in Reading
READING-
January 5, 2011 — Two Reading men, one a Department of Public Works
employee, have been arrested and arraigned on numerous drug charges in
connection with allegedly receiving a suspected narcotics postal
shipment, Middlesex District Attorney Gerry Leone and Reading Police
Chief James Cormier informed the public today.
Joseph Guazzaloca, 56, and Moo
Hwang, 27, both of Reading were arrested last
night and arraigned this morning in Woburn District Court. Guazzaloca,
an employee of the Reading Department of Public Works, was charged with
possession with the intent to distribute a Class D drug, conspiracy to
violate the drug law, possession of a Class B drug (2 counts),
possession of a Class C drug (2 counts), and drug violation in a
school/park zone. Hwang was charged with possession with the intent to
distribute a Class D drug, drug violation near a school/park, and
conspiracy to violate the drug law. Woburn District Court Judge Marianne
Hinkle ordered Guazzaloca held on $500 cash bail and ordered Hwang held
on $250 cash bail.
Their next court date is on
March 4 for a pretrial conference.
“We are pleased that such a
large quantity of narcotics have been seized and taken off our streets,”
District Attorney Leone said. “Illegal drug dealing is at the root of
several evils that create serious challenges to the welfare of our
communities, and all too often causes violence and other crimes to occur
that compromise the safety of our towns and cities. Yesterday’s seizure
and arrests are testament to the good, cooperative work by the agencies
involved.”
"The Reading Police Department is appreciative of the cooperative
efforts of District Attorney Leone's Office, the Massachusetts State
Police and the United States Postal Police,” Reading Police Chief James
Cormier said. “Working together to reduce the illegal narcotic trade in
our community is of the highest priority of the Reading Police
Department. We recognize the far reaching implications of substance
issues and their affects within our community, it is essential we
continue to aggressively work against this scourge."
According to authorities, a
Postal Inspector with the US Postal Inspection Service contacted the
Massachusetts State Police assigned to the Middlesex District Attorney’s
Office yesterday to notify them of a suspected narcotics package being
shipped to a residence in Reading. As a result, two
search warrants were obtained for 61 Arcadia Avenue after the presence of
narcotics in the suspected package were detected by a K9 unit.
At approximately 3:30 pm yesterday, the
Inspector delivered the suspected package and the search warrants were
executed at the residence. Hwang was located outside the residence and
Guazzaloca was located inside the residence with the suspected package.
The execution of the search warrants resulted in the seizure of
approximately five pounds of high grade marijuana in the package, as
well as an additional quantity of marijuana located inside the home.
Additional drugs and drug paraphernalia were also seized, as well as
over $30,000 in US
currency.
The two defendants were arrested at the
scene and transported to the Reading Police Department for booking.
These charges are allegations and the
defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
Two Men Arraigned On Drug Charges After
Early Morning Bust in Framingham
Police
weapon discharges, kills individual
FRAMINGHAM– January 5,
2011 - Two men have been arraigned on drug charges in connection with an
early morning drug bust that resulted in the death of a 68 year old Framingham
man, Middlesex District Attorney Gerry Leone informed the public today.
Joseph Bushfan, 20, and Devon Talbert, 20,
both of Framingham, were arraigned today in Framingham District Court on
charges of possession with
intent
to distribute a class B drug and drug violation in a school zone.
Framingham District Court Judge Robert Greco ordered Bushfan held on
$5,000 cash bail and released Talbert on personal recognizance.
Their next court date is on January 25 for a
pretrial conference.
According to authorities,
Framingham Police Detectives and members of the Framingham Police SWAT
Team were at 26 Fountain Street
in Framingham
at approximately 12:30 a.m. this morning to execute a search warrant
that was issued for narcotic offenses. Upon execution of the search
warrant, Bushfan and Talbert were placed under arrest.
During the execution of the search warrant,
initial reports indicate that a bullet was discharged from the
Framingham Police Department issued weapon of a Framingham SWAT Team
member that struck one of the residents, Eurie Stamp, 68. Stamp was
immediately transported to
MetroWestMedicalCenter, where he was later pronounced
dead.
The Middlesex District Attorney’s Office and
the Massachusetts State Police Detective Unit assigned to the Middlesex
District Attorney’s Office, in conjunction with Framingham Police, are
conducting an investigation into the facts and circumstances surrounding
the police-involved shooting. The investigation is ongoing and further
details, including the name of the officer involved, will be released
upon completion of the investigation.
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HopNews Hopkinton Calendar
Item - TONIGHT !
Superintendent Search
January
5, 10, 2011 - Dr. John Phelan
is retiring after 11 years of service to the Hopkinton School District. The
Hopkinton School Committee has engaged the services of the New England School
Development Council (NESDEC)
to assist them in the search process for a new Superintendent of Schools.
An integral part of the process involves parent and community participation and
input. NESDEC will facilitate two community-wide focus groups to gather input
about the attributes, experience, and knowledge that the new Superintendent
should possess, as well as to identify the immediate tasks and challenges which
the new Superintendent should address.
Focus group sessions
are designed to last approximately 60 - 90 minutes.
Parents and community
members are invited to attend a focus group session on either: Wednesday, 1/5/11
in the High School Cafeteria from 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm, snow date Wednesday,
1/19/11, same time and location; or, Monday, 1/10/11 at the Hopkinton Senior
Center from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm, snow date Monday, 1/24/11, same time and
location.
Hopkinton Priest To Preside Over Nationally-Televised Mass
On
January 20th, Fr. Paul Clifford Pastor of Saint John the Evangelist at 20 Church St. in
Hopkinton will preside over Mass in the CatholicTV studios in Watertown. The Daily Mass
airs live each day at 9:30AM and is rebroadcast at 7PM the same day.
CatholicTV airs 24/7 throughout the Metro West area on:
The Mass is
typically added to the
CatholicTV.com archives by
the evening of the same broadcast day. The Daily Mass takes places in
The Chapel of the Holy Cross (so named because the chapel has a small
relic of Jesus’ cross). The Daily Mass is also downloadable for free at
iTunes.com
CatholicTV has
over 60 shows, 40% of which are produced in the studio in Watertown, MA. CatholicTV broadcasts 24 hours per day.
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January 4, 2011 — Above, Victoria Munger turns
the corner on a Millis defender Tuesday evening at home.
MLK Day, a Day "On, Not Off"
January 4,
2011 — Start planning now for January 17th, a "day on, not a day
off", Hopkinton's 4th annual day of service in celebration of the
legacy of Dr.
Martin Luther King. Events begin at 8:30 am in the Middle School
cafeteria with a light breakfast donated by the South Street
Dunkin' Donuts. A program featuring keynote speaker Sara Varadian,
founder Wee-Care begins at 9:00 am in the Auditorium. At
9:30, service projects start in the Brown Gym with a blood
drive scheduled for 10 am to 3 pm in the Doyle Gym. There will be a
story hour for kids ages 3 to 8 at the Hopkinton Library. Donations
of the following items are needed:
New or
gently used childrens' books for Cradles to Crayons
Canned goods (check
expiration date) for Project Just Because Pantry
Used eye
glasses for the Lions Club
Used cell
phones for the Senior Center
Old
towels, blankets & sheets for Baypath Animal Shelter
Batteries
(AA &AA); international phone cards; toiletries; magazines; gum
& other non-melting snacks for Soldiers Overseas
Sensitive
skin lotion; activity books such as Soduku & crossword puzzles;
small stuffed animals; $5.00 Dunkin Donuts gift cards for Cancer
Patitent Care Packages
For more information, check www hopkintonyouth.org
Hope to see you there!
ESL’s
Wizard of Oz *
January 14, 15, and 16
HOPKINTON, MA (January 3,
2011) – Enter Stage Left Theater will be presenting The Wizard of Oz
on January 14 at 7:00 p.m.; January 15 at 2:00
and 7:00 p.m.; and on January 16 at 2:00 p.m. All performances will be
at the Hopkinton Middle School. This family classic will be performed by
a cast ranging in age from 4th to 8th grade.
Tickets are $12 and will be available at the door or at
www.enterstagelefttheater.org.
*Please note the times have
been modified.
No Rain From These Clouds
EMC's Pat Gelsinger talks to Forbes
about "The Cloud"
Representative Dykema's Resolution with a
Solution
by State Representative
Carolyn Dykema
January 3, 2011 — As the
weather turns colder and our energy bills become increasingly expensive,
I urge you to join with me in my new year’s resolution
to save money by increasing my energy efficiency.
Through Mass Save’s Free
Home Energy Assessment (866-527-7283 or
www.masssave.com,
an energy efficiency expert is available to come to your home and create
a customized road map to help you make more cost-effective energy-saving
decisions immediately and over time. They’ll look at everything from
appliances to insulation to heating and water systems, developing a plan
that will save you money at a time when every penny counts. Best of all,
they will be able to show you a wide range of incentives, including
federal and state tax credits, that may make these projects more
affordable.
This program is a hallmark
of Massachusetts’ ambitious energy efficiency program that is investing
$2 billion dollars into residential energy efficiency and will result in
an estimated $6 billion dollars of savings for consumers within 3
years—an incredible return on our investment. What’s more, these savings
are creating 4,000 badly needed jobs across the Commonwealth
Energy efficiency is
a triple win: Reducing our energy costs, creating local jobs, and
helping our environment.
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New Team on CBS The Early Show
Former Boston news personality, Jeff Glor, who last year got his own
"CBS Saturday Evening News with Jeff Glor," and became known to HopNews
readers during 2006, now has his own spot as co-host on "The Early
Show." Here is a clip:
http://www.cbsnews.com/video/watch/?id=7209030n
January 3, 2011
Click above for full report
3:21
pm A 911 caller from Colonial Avenue
reported that her boyfriend was throwing beer bottles at her...
9:09
am A Downey Street resident reported that a
neighbor was doing construction in violation of town by-laws...
7:08
pm The Westborough and Southborough police
departments reported receiving several calls regarding a large
"fireball" in the sky over the Woodville area...
10:31
pm A resident of Brook Hollow reported a
suspicious vehicle parked in the woods. Sgt. Michael Sutton and
Officer Matthew McNeil responded with night vision camera...
Real Estate
Transactions for Hopkinton, Massachusetts
"The News Starts Here!"
January
12, 2011 — Last night at 8:45 p.m., Massachusetts State Police arrested
a fugitive who had held a gun to his girlfriend's head and threatened
her life in front of their young daughter. 
Marine
Corps Painting Available for Public Viewing
Corps Painting that was unveiled October 20, 2010 at an invitation only
event at the First Congregation Church, has loaned his masterpiece to
Rob Phipps of the namesake insurance agency at 80 Main Street. Mr.
Phipps agreed with Mr. Neece to the showing so that the general public
has a chance to see it before it leaves town, perhaps forever, Mr.
Phipps says.
HOLLISTON-
Michael G. Urban, age 57, a
Framingham Firefighter, died peacefully, Friday, January 7, 2011, at his
home, surrounded by his loving family, after a six-month battle with
Mesothelioma. 
Generous
contributions from friends, family and the community have made it
possible to establish a scholarship to honor the memory of Evan Girardi,
Hopkinton High School graduate, Class of 2007 and a member of the senior
class at Loyola University in Maryland. Through the scholarship, Evan’s
family and friends hope that his spirit will endure and continue to
enrich the lives of others.
Thank
You for Tremendous Toys for Tots Outpouring
could
be a half-hour, and for a non-fan, that half-hour seems even longer.
NOTE:
Above is a reprise of an exclusive HopNews interview with Caliper
CEO Kevin Hrusovsky following a conference last June at Caliper Life
Sciences in Hopkinton, where enabling cures is what they do.
STATE
OF THE CENTER SCHOOL 
January
5, 10, 2011 - Dr. John Phelan
is retiring after 11 years of service to the Hopkinton School District. The
Hopkinton School
On
January 20th, Fr. Paul Clifford Pastor of Saint John the Evangelist at 
Martin Luther King. Events begin at 8:30 am in the Middle School
cafeteria with a light breakfast donated by the South Street
Dunkin' Donuts. A program featuring keynote speaker Sara Varadian,
founder Wee-Care begins at 9:00 am in the Auditorium. At
9:30, service projects start in the Brown Gym with a blood
drive scheduled for 10 am to 3 pm in the Doyle Gym. There will be a
story hour for kids ages 3 to 8 at the Hopkinton Library. Donations
of the following items are needed:
to save money by increasing my energy efficiency.
