February 7,
2012 — Brittany Silverman who won the Chief For a Day raffle
recently spent a day the Milford Police Dept experiencing a day
in the life of a Chief. She spent time in the indoor
range, riding in a cruiser with Officer Paul Parisi, enjoyed
lunch with Chief Tom O'Loughlin (above), and was invited to sit
in the Big Chair. Photo by Jeanne Davoren.
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Where Eagles Soar
February 7, 2012 — This American bald eagle, none of which are
actually bald, flies near the shoreline of Lake Maspenock this
afternoon about 1,200 feet from the camera. The symbol of the
United States of America is making a comeback locally after
being nearly extinct due to the use of the pesticide DDT during
and after WWII. Although the chemical was an effective
pesticide, the eggs of the eagles and other birds of prey were
affected by the pesticide, resulting in eggshells that did not
harden and provide protection to the developing birds. Since the
1972 ban of the chemical in the US, the eagle and other birds of
prey have been enjoying the skies of North America in greater
numbers.
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Timlim Registration Now Open
Registration
is open for the 9th Annual Sharon Timlin Memorial 5K/Race
and Family Fun Day to be held on Sunday, June 10, 2012? It
is a little earlier this year. The link is:
http://www.sharontimlinrace.org/
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Planning
Board Hears Downtown Initiatives, Proposed New Credit Union
February 6, 2012 — The Planning Board played host to several
committees this evening to gather input on the Downtown
initiatives (Story on Tuesday). They also heard from Central One
Federal Credit Union, which would like to develop a branch at
the corner of High Street and West Main. It has an application
for a variance for two drive thru windows as well as other
variances and will go before the Board of Appeals for a Public
Hearing on February 22, 2012. This evening, they asked for
guidance from the Planning Board on their preliminary plans.
Hockey for Free
The Demons Youth
Hockey Program invites boys and girls ages 4-9 to Try Hockey
for Free Day on Saturday, February 18th
at 2 p.m. at Navin Arena in Marlboro. The goal of this event is
to allow kids to experience ice hockey for the first time and
learn the basics of the sport in a fun, safe environment.
This free clinic is
part of USA Hockey’s 4th
annual Hockey Weekend Across America celebration, which
runs nationwide February 17-19.
“We look forward to
introducing new families to our sport”, said Jack Bloomer,
President of the Demons Youth Hockey Program.
To register, please
visit
www.TryHockeyForFree.com. The
first 40 Registrants will receive a Free USA Hockey Shirt and
Goody Bag!!
Skates, a helmet,
(hockey or bike helmet), and gloves, (hockey or winter gloves)
are required to participate. Wearing full hockey
gear is recommended but not mandatory. Hockey sticks are
recommended. Rental skates and limited hockey gear will be
available.
Come see what
Hopkinton Babe Ruth baseball is about. Anyone interested in
helping to put fun in Babe Ruth baseball please attend. HBR
is in need of volunteers / helpers in all aspects of helping
to run the league.
6:11 am
Officer John Moran assisted Southborough Police search for two
males...
5:37 pm
Four units took part in the arrest of an individual on Main
Street for Assault and Battery and Indecent...
11:12 am
An East Main Street caller complained that the driver of a
vehicle pulled into his driveway, scraped off the vehicle's
sticker...
7:09 pm A
Baker Lane caller reported that her son was assaulted by her
daughter's boyfriend....
1:05 am
Officer Campbell was unable to locate two individuals reported
to be walking near the water tower on School Street dressed as
the Grim Reaper.
4:24 am
Officer Stephen Buckley collided with a deer on Hayden Rowe
Street and then euthanized the animal...
Please click above for the entire
story.
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Two's Company
February 6, 2012 — Above are two dogs of about a half-dozen from
Greyhound Friends, which sent an outreach team to Elmwood School
last week and answered questions for nearly four dozen students.
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Sign
of the Season
February 6, 2012 — An individual who brought gloves to the
skating area at Ice House Pond left without them, and perhaps
left without skating, too, due to the mild weather New England
has been experiencing.
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Real Estate
Transactions for Hopkinton, Massachusetts
New Transactions
from January 30, 2012 to February 3, 2012
Address
Buyer
Price
Date
Seller
13 Tammer Lane
Keefe M Chesmore, Andrea M Chesmore
$687,000
February 3, 2012
Cartus Financial Corp
13 Tammer Lane
Cartus Financial Corp
$687,000
February 3, 2012
John J Catrone Jr, Kay Ann
Kawaski-Catrone
23 Smith Road
Jason Interrante, Lisa Interrante
$650,000
February 1, 2012
Patrick J O'Connor, Debra L O'Connor
18 McNeil Circle Unit 40 Bldg 15
William T Hamilton, Alice R Hamilton
$362,500
February 1, 2012
John D Evans, Susan PF Evans
Last Week
42 Connelly Hill Road
Mark Linton, Natasha Linton
$905,000
January 27, 2012
Connelly LLC
19 Forest Lane Unit #14
Joseph R Mendes, Sheri R Mendes
$301,800
January 27, 2012
Robert J McGeary
89 Mill Street
David W Turner, Kristen B Turner
$510,000
January 27, 2012
Mark Linton, Natasha Linton
7 Elizabeth Road
Katie Toptsikiotis
$665,000
January, 27, 2012
David L Fine, Susan P Fine
6 Sanctuary Lane Unit #23
Patricia F Jordan
$156,500
January 27, 2012
Weston Development Group Inc
18 Cunningham Street
Stephanie Hovagimian
$292,500
January 25, 2012
Brian K, Brian W Gassett
Week Before
26 Nazneen Circle
Jangul Abdul Aslam, Minu Aslam
$480,000
January 20, 2012
Ahmed
Mirajuddin TR,
Peppercorn
Village Realty Trust
10 Stonegate Road
Andreas Graham, Nichole E DeCoteau
$1,025,000
January 19, 2012
Maureen English
Swimming and
Diving Makes it to Championship Games
February 5, 2012 — The Hopkinton
Swimming and Diving Team continued their amazing season by
winning the TVL Meet in convincing fashion with a score of
1294.5, which was over 450 points more than second place
Medfield. This score reflects the combined score fo the
girls and the boys teams. Many on the team had their best
performances of the season, as they contributed to the scoring,
as the team showed their depth and strength by winning 12 of the
24 events. Members of the team will be moving on next
weekend to compete in the Central/South Sectionals
Championships.
Positively Hopkinton
Education Foundation Throws a 20th Anniversary Party
February 5, 2012 — The Hopkinton Education Foundation's 20th
Anniversary celebration was held in the gilded-edged setting of
Mechanics Hall in Worcester, a fitting venue for a group that
insists on excellence for themselves and for the funding granted
to teachers and schools for forward-thinking projects. The group
boasts awards of over $900,000 for over 260 projects in its 20
years.
Above, Gala Chair Kathleen Buckley (blond), and friends. Ms.
Buckley's Star Realty sponsored the 90 minute Welcome
Reception. Clelland Johnson's Hopkinton Wine and Spirits
Sponsored the Dinner. Click on a thumbnail to enlarge. Video
snapshots of the Gala are presented below the thumbnails.
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Own A Piece of the Parquet
Treasured
sports memorabilia like this and more could be yours – they will
all be available at the upcoming Hopkinton High School Boosters
fundraiser to benefit all sports programs. Come to the
Hopkinton Country Club next Saturday, February 11 at 7 p.m.
Menu is casual and with a light show and DJ, atmosphere is fun.
Generous sponsors include:
Middlesex Bank, E. L. Harvey, Callanan
and Cronin Funeral Home, Tri-Valley Sports, J.B. Sawmill and
Land Clearing, New Owners of Cornell’s, Dynasty, 5 Star Sweets
and Chocolates, Platinum Salon, New Balance Company, Historic
Wayside Inn, Tomasso’s, TJs Restaurant and Ten 11 Chop House.
Price is $150 per couplewith $100 going
directly to projects. Sign up today at
www.hopkintonboosters.com
and be part of a great community effort.Contact
joydonohue@comcast.net
for more info.
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Education Foundation Gala a Success
February 2, 2012 — The Hopkinton Education Foundation
chose Mechanics Hall in Worcester, originally built before the
American Civil War and totally refinished ending a decade ago,
as the venue for its 20th fundraising gala last night.
Entertainment, a silent auction and a fast 5-minute pledge event
that netted $6,760 were some of the highlights. More later,
as well as a video snapshot.
Moon
Over Hopkinton
February 4, 2012 — The Moon was softly nestled into the clouds
this afternoon over Hopkinton Reservoir.
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Fast
Work
February 4, 2012 — It didn't take firefighters long to knock
down a fire in a brush pile on C Street this afternoon. One
witness said the flames had reached above the tree tops.
Photo by Motorola Droid from Advantage Wireless.
CORNELL'S
Super Bowl
Sunday
5:00 pm FREE
Lasagna Dinner
FREE
Appetizers During the Super Bowl
Stop by to
see Rob Cornell at his last Super Bowl as the owner of Cornell's
Pub. This Tuesday, Selectmen will hold a hearing on the transfer
of the license to the new owners, Colm and Ellen Scanlon.
True
Friends Indeed
February 3, 2012 — On a Mother's Day nearly three decades ago
Greyhound Friends president Louise Coleman acquired her first
greyhound from Wonderland Racing in Revere and a spark was
ignited. It is a spark that stays lit to this day after having
found homes for more than 9,000 dogs. Although Massachusetts has
banned dog racing, other states continue the sport, keeping the
need alive for shelters like
Greyhound
Friends.
Today, volunteers from the non-profit organization visited
Elmwood School and explained the breed to nearly four dozen
inquisitive students. How old is the breed? How long was its
ownership confined to royalty? Are all greyhounds good with all
size animals? Do they like to run, or are they lazy, or both?
These animals that have been bred for racing must
learn how to walk stairs, and not try to walk on water after
being placed in a home. They need to be leashed, because if they
decide chasing a squirrel is proper, no one can catch the dog. The program’s core message stresses
kindness to animals and the value of involvement in one’s
community, while educating students about the unique history and
characteristics of the greyhound breed.
To learn more, visit
Greyhound
Friends
Who
is Running For Local Office?
Please check Election 2012 button link on top at any time for
the latest list of who has taken out nomination papers. And when
a party holds its primary or caucus, HopNews will be there to
inform.
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Trails Club Hike
Sunday,February 5, 1:00 pm: The Hopkinton Trails Club
will explore Wenakeening Woods in Holliston with folks from the
Upper
Charles Conservation Land Trust. Come on out and get a
little exercise & fresh air before the Big Game! Further details
about the area are available on the Upper Charles CLT website.
Parking is available in a small lot located on the East side of
Summer St., just north of the Wilde Company building, or at the
far (southern) end of the Fatima Shrine parking lot. Patriots
attire welcome! Plan on a hike of about 1.5 hours.
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Committee Mulls Curriculum Changes, Purchase of Terry Land,
Boasts Energy Savings
“Every dollar we save on
utilities is a dollar we can use for the classroom,” Ralph
Dumas.
by Muriel
Kramer
February
3, 2012 — Many changes are in the works for students in all
grades to align the math curriculum with the Massachusetts
Common Core State
Standards
for Mathematics. Robert Berlo, Director of Secondary Education,
and math teachers Cathy Anusauskas from the Middle School and
Carla Crisafulli from the High School were at the School
Committee meeting to give an overview of the changes ahead (Respectively
from left in photo).
The new
standards were formally introduced last March and require
schools to adjust their curriculums to align with the new
standards. From the State’s document, “For over a decade,
research studies conducted on mathematics education in
high-performing countries have pointed to the conclusion that
the mathematics curriculum in the United States must become
substantially more focused and coherent in order to improve
mathematics achievement in this country. To deliver on the
promise of common standards, the standards must address the
problem of a curriculum that is ‘a mile wide and an inch deep.’
The standards in this Framework are a substantial answer
to that challenge and aim for clarity and specificity.”
The new
standards are intended to establish a great deal more rigor in
the curriculum rather than establish new concepts or teaching
strategies; this won’t be “new math” but rather more rigorous
study of math. The changes outlined last night affect those
entering High School next year and below; those currently in
High School will continue with the existing curriculum.
Some key
considerations from the State: acceleration programs for more
gifted math students cannot begin before grade 7, one year of
math must be taught within one year, and all math students
should have as a minimum one year of math instruction beyond
Algebra II. As an example, the District currently offers an
Algebra I class that spans eighth and ninth grades giving
needier students more time for mastery; that won’t be an option
going forward. As Berlo pointed out, there are challenges ahead
to meet both the needs of accelerated students and those that
struggle in math.
The
curriculum as designed offers multiple pathways for students of
varying skill levels and strategizes in advance supporting
students who need to adjust their placement within the
curriculum during their high school career. The Math Pathways
for Grades 5 to 12 is currently is in draft form; next up for
discussion is mapping out a method to introduce this to parents
and students before course selection begins for next year.
February 2, 2012 — The School Committee conducted a live lottery
this evening by using a random number generating website,
Random.org, to choose numbers to assign seats for full-day
kindergarten. The numbers, and what they mean, will be posted on
the School Dept's Website tomorrow (Friday).
A
Constitutional Constitutional
February 2, 2012 — Jackie Potenzone takes her daily walk while
exercising her right of freedom of expression today near 85 Main
Street.
Mrs. Potenzone does not favor the proposed changes to the
Downtown and wants people to know about the meetings, because
she believes that other people will also be against the changes.
Below, a letter of support from Henry Allessio.
Rooting For
Jackie
Dear Editor:
Thinking out loud.
For now, I'm rooting for Ms. Potenzone.
Town officials with assistance from the Beta Group are
examining a way to improve public safety. As I
understand the safety concern is large trucks (e.g., class 8
Harvey trucks and trailer rigs) having a difficult time
turning from eastbound West Main Street to westbound Wood
Street (Route 135), and vice-versa.
This is how I see it (without the supporting facts available
to the Beta Group and others). A large truck turning
onto Wood Street from West Main, must have started its
journey (How many large trucks do you think
start their journey East of Golden Pond ?)
somewhere between the intersection and, say, Golden Pond.
If the journey starts further west, the large truck can use
Elm Street (with a short entry from Lumber Street Extension)
to reach Wood Street. Its the same situation traveling
easterly from Wood Street to West Main, starting somewhere
between the intersection and Oliver Lane. In both
instances, Elm Street is a more direct route.
Traveling on Elm Street today (between West Main and Wood)
requires right-angle turns to gain access -- the same
right-angle turns that are in the new intersection design.
It seems large-truck access between West Main and Wood
streets exists today -- except for those large trucks that
start their journey* on the roadway a few hundred
yards west of the intersection. Using the large-truck
safety argument for constructing a new intersection and
moving or razing an historic house is lame.
Please let the voters know the real (and thus far unstated)
reasons for encouraging this expenditure for a bridge to
nowhere. Otherwise move on to something more
important.
Henry P. Allessio
252 Pond Street
February 2, 2012
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Hiller Boys & Girls
Indoor Track Teams Each Capture TVL Titles - Finish
Impressive Season, Undefeated!
By: Lou Ottaviani
February 2, 2012 — If anyone has had
the chance to catch a Hopkinton indoor track meet this
season, one would get to witness a classy group of high
school coaches and athletes. Yesterday’s dual meet
against Westwood pitted both boys and girls schools against
each other, with the victors looking to walk away with their
respective TVL titles.
Both
the Hillers and Wolverines teams entered their meets
undefeated, with each team realizing that a loss would
eliminate them from
obtaining the top slot in the league. The Hopkinton
athletic center was filled with fans from both schools.
The pumped up crowd exemplified what a great high school
meet should be all about! The Hopkinton boy’s and
girl’s teams had no intentions of letting down their
supporters.
Last year Hopkinton was faced in
somewhat of a similar situation, in that, both Hopkinton
teams went into their last season match undefeated needing
to win their last meet to capture the title, as did their
opponent, Medfield. End results, the girls were
victorious while the boys suffered a very difficult loss at
the hands of a very powerful and excellent Warrior boys team
by two points which came down to the last event.
Hopkinton boys Coach Mike Donahue had nothing but praise for
both teams and congratulated Medfield for an incredible
meet. From that situation, one could say that the
Hillers may have learned something from that experience.
“Last year we lost to Medfield for the title and perfect
season,” said Donahue. “Losing by two points was a
tough loss, but we lost to a great team. It was an
excellent meet and hats go off to both teams.”
This year, the Hopkinton boys and girls
teams faced a similar situation, only this time it was the
boys and girls from Westwood. This year’s outcome was
more rewarding as both Hiller teams got to enjoy and savor
the taste of common victory. Results: Hopkinton boys
(62-23) and girls (51-26) both winning impressively over
Westwood to remain undefeated (8-0) and TVL champions.
“This
year we have been blessed with a lot of depth and the guys
had the ability to pick up points,” said Donahue.
“This year we have that special one-two punch which helped
us a lot, whereas other teams may not have that luxury.”
It isn’t that easy to have both boys
and girls high school teams win titles together in the same
season. But this year the Hopkinton teams had a lot of
similarities between their squads. Both teams have
their share of talented and exceptional athletes.
Things such as depth, flexibility and a balance between
elite and competitive level athletes play an integral part
to their successes. Another important aspect is the
tradition these teams have established over the years.
This can be attributable to the many year of solid coaching
and leadership from the respective captains year after year.
On the girl’s side, Jen Lynds, Tam
Mills, Mirelle Raza and Kaelynn Merloni are the captains who
lead this year’s squad for the Hillers. “These girls
are great,” says girls Coach Brian Hall. “They
integrate the younger girls well and teach them the right
way to do things. They’re like big sisters to them.”
February 1, 2012 — Above a Maddie Whittles
goes through her motions to launch the shot today at the
Hopkinton High School Athletic Center against Westwood. This
meet is the subject to the HopNews Sport of the Week
feature story, so please check back later for veteran sports
writer Lou Ottaviani's take on today's meet.
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Yoga
for Kids
February 1, 2012
— BCalm Power Yoga was invited to Elmwood school today at the
end of the day for early release. The HPTA offered yoga as a
fun way for kids to enjoy their early release as well as
experience the benefits of yoga.
In the picture, it is at the beginning of the class, where all
the kids sit in a circle, with a tall spine, in easy pose with
their eyes closed. All 25 students went around in a circle and
shared how they were feeling at the moment. They did this again
at the end of the physical practice. Most of the practice was
done with partners to make it fun and to keep the kids
interested. They will be offering this again on the next
early release day. Boys and girls participated.
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Hiller Girls
Home Game to Benefit American Cancer Society
Hopkinton,
Ma., February 1, 2012 - The Hopkinton girls basketball team is
teaming up with the American Cancer Society to host a Coaches
vs. Cancer game to be held on Tuesday, February 7, 2012 at
Hopkinton High School in Hopkinton, Massachusetts at 6:30pm.
Through Head Basketball Coach Rita Atkinson and her work with
the Coaches vs. Cancer program, the girls basketball team has
chosen to dedicate this home game that will benefit the American
Cancer Society. Pink and purple will be worn by the players to
honor all of their loved ones who have been touched by all
cancers. Fans are encouraged to wear pink or purple to the game.
The teams will be asking for donations and everything given is
very much appreciated because this game commemorates those whom
we've lost and all who are survivors of Cancer. All proceeds
will be donated to the Society in order to assist in their goal
of creating a world with less cancer and more birthdays.
For more information regarding the event or how to get involved,
please contact Coaches vs. Cancer Coordinator, Janice Portlock,
at 781-314-2621 or by email at
janice.portlock@cancer.org.
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Super Bowl
Bet Between
Boston Marathon and ING New York CityMarathon Race Executives “Kicks Off”
February
1, 2012—The
Super Bowl battle between the New England Patriots and the New
York Giants will take to the streets with a “running” bet
between Boston Athletic Association executive director
Tom Grilk (File photo) and New
York Road Runners president and CEO Mary Wittenberg, it was
jointly announced today by race officials.
If the Patriots win, Wittenberg will wear
a Tom Brady jersey during the 2012 B.A.A. 5K on Sunday, April
15, during Boston Marathon weekend. If the Giants prevail, Grilk
will don an Eli Manning jersey during the 2012 NYRR Dash to the
Finish Line 5K on Saturday, November 3, during ING New York City
Marathon weekend.
For the Patriots and Giants,
the road to the Super Bowl will turn into a highly anticipated
fight on the field in Indianapolis on Sunday. The championship
game will determine which of these notable marathon executives
will be “fielding” wisecracks down the road—a 3.1 mile road, to
be exact.
The 116th running of the Boston
Marathon will take place on Monday, April 16. For more
information, visit
http://www.baa.org/.
The 43rd running of the iconic
ING New York City Marathon will take place on Sunday, November
4. For more information, visit
http://www.ingnycmarathon.org/.
February 1, 2012
— William (Bill) and Nancy Gannett, of Hopedale, were honored
recently at Milford Regional Medical Center’s annual meeting as
the Board of Trustees’ first Trustee Emeriti. The Gannetts are
retiring from the board after more than 76 years of combined
service to the hospital.
Milford
Regional’s Board has chosen to honor individuals, through this
new designation, for exemplary service to the Corporation, the
Medical Center, and the community. The position of Trustee
Emeritus recognizes a minimum of 20 years of Board and community
service, participation in Medical Center events and activities,
philanthropic support as well as ongoing advocacy and
ambassadorship of the Corporation. Bill and Nancy served on the
Board together since 1978; Bill joined ten years prior in 1968.
He is the grandson of Milford Regional’s original founder Eben
Draper.
During his annual
meeting speech, Francis M. Saba, Milford Regional’s CEO,
described Bill and Nancy as modest, humble, kind and sincere.
“They have earned every bit of our gratitude,” he stated, “They
simply are very good and special people whom we all love.”
Seated. William and Nancy Gannett.
Standing left to right: Francis M. Saba, CEO; Dr. Albert
Crimaldi, Board of Trustee chair; and Edward J. Kelly,
president.
Hear
Ye!, Hear Ye!
February 1, 2012 — Jackie Potenzone, self-styled Town Crier,
wearing a sandwich board and carrying a sign, walks the Downtown
this morning to draw attention to herself and the Downtown
Initiative Steering Committee meetings, one on February 9, 2012,
and one on February 16, 2012, both at 10:00 am. Mrs. Potenzone
has been a vocal critic of the BETA Group plans for Downtown
renewal presented at various meetings, saying that they change
from one meeting to another, in a "bait and switch" tactic. Mrs.
Potenzone, who lives at 12 Wood Street said that her home will
be in the intersection of West Main and Wood Streets if the
proposed plan, below, is approved. However, it actually appears
that her home will be further from the intersection in the new
plan. The entirety of the changes for the Downtown encompasses
Wood Street to Ash Street. One proposed option would acquire
part of Colella's land.
Press Release From DISC
Would you like to
learn more about what changes the Town of Hopkinton is
considering for the downtown revitalization project (Main
Street, between Ash Street and Wood Street)? Do you have
comments and recommendations to offer? Aesthetic improvements,
pedestrian safety, parking, changes to the major intersections
and the possible placement of utility lines underground are all
being discussed.
The Town is
providing an opportunity for those who are interested to learn
more about the Project and discuss aspects of the Project with
the Town Engineer, DPW Director and Director of Land Use
Planning and Permitting. They will be available to provide a
brief summary of the key elements of the Downtown Revitalization
Project and answer any questions. Your comments and
recommendations will be conveyed to the Downtown Initiative
Steering Committee.
The purpose of
the meetings is to provide an update to the public and to gather
additional input for DISC. With town meeting deadlines on the
horizon, this will help to inform and shape the decisions that
will be made as to how the Town will proceed with the various
elements and the overall Project.
Please consider
attending one of the two daytime meetings, which will be held in
Room 215 (Board of Selectmen meeting room) at the Hopkinton Town
Hall, 18 Main Street, on;
1.Thursday, February 9th
from 10:00 to 11:00 AM
2.Thursday, February 16th
from 10:00 to 11:00 AM
In addition to
these daytime meetings, the Project will be presented to the
Planning Board at its February 6th meeting at 7:30 pm
in Room 211 of Town Hall, where residents will also be able to
ask questions and offer recommendations relative to the Project.
The DISC will be
holding its’ next meeting on February 21st at 7:00 PM
in Room 216 of Town Hall where it will be provided with an
update and the feedback received at the three meetings.
The DISC will also discuss and determine next steps in
presenting the Project to the Board of Selectmen.
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Marlborough
Candidate Indicted On Voter Fraud Charges
Allegedly forged signature of dead person
MARLBOROUGH
– A 2011
Marlborough candidate for
Councilor-At-Large has been indicted on voter fraud
charges, Middlesex District Attorney
Gerry
Leone informed the public today.
Mark Evangelous, 51, of
Marlborough, was indicted today by a MiddlesexCounty grand jury on charges of
forgery, uttering, and violating absentee voting laws.
An arraignment date has not yet
been set.
“We allege that this defendant, a
candidate in the 2011 Marlborough city
election, intentionally forged a signature of a deceased
resident in an attempt to provide himself with an advantage in
the election,” District Attorney Leone said. “These
allegations are a direct violation of the people’s right to a
true and honest democratic process and, under
Massachusetts law, are criminal.”
According to authorities, on October 28, 2011, at approximately
9:45 am, the defendant submitted a handwritten absentee ballot
application to the
MarlboroughCity Hall. The
ballot was filled out with the name of an 89-year-old Marlborough
resident. The resident’s signature appeared at the bottom of
the application and under the signature line where there is a
designated area to state that the person needed assistance in
completing the form, was left blank.
Upon receiving the form, a
MarlboroughCity Hall employee examined and
matched the application against current citizens in Marlborough who were
registered to vote in that election. During this review, it was
determined that the resident listed on the ballot was not
registered to vote in the election and had passed away earlier
in the year.
The Marlborough police
were notified and began an investigation into the allegations.
Authorities allege that the
defendant filled out and signed the absentee ballot knowing that
the resident whose name he was using was deceased. It is
further alleged that the defendant provided false information to
police regarding his knowledge of the investigation.
These charges are allegations and the defendant is presumed
innocent until proven guilty. ~ Contributed content
Elmwood School
Wee Deliver Installation
Have a peek into the inner
sanctum of the Elmwood School Wee Deliver postal program
installation ceremony