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Now Playing at Town Hall The wonderful exhibit on the History of Woodville & Lake Whitehall, displayed to a packed hall on May 17 at the Historical Society, is now on partial display in the lobby of Town Hall. The exhibit represents a full year of extensive work by Gail Clifford & Margaret Mighton and is fascinating. The main portions of the exhibit will be rotated through Town Hall for the next few months, or until the end of the 300th anniversary celebration. So for those who missed its one-day showing in May, here is a second chance |
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That at Harvard
Business School* by Robert Falcione June 16, 2015—Hopkinton Selectman Ben Palleiko sent a letter to Crosspoint Associates scolding them for planning a CVS across from the well established Hopkinton Drug, saying it is a widely-held belief that such an occurrence would be harmful to that Hopkinton icon. For those who need a refresher, Crosspoint purchased Colella's Supermarket, and held secret the name of the new tenant, and even the type of business it would be. Hopkinton people associated with the process said they were under a non-disclosure agreement.
Crosspoint was granted a demising permit. It allowed the construction of walls that shielded from view of the liquor department that remains open during the transition and construction, hiding the rest of the store and the new location of the liquor department. The liquor department will become a new liquor store and is expected to be occupied by a new license holder — which again remains unnamed. We only learned that the main tenant was a CVS, not from CVS or Crosspoint, but because the CVS logo was on the floor plans submitted to the Land Use Department at Town Hall. Crosspoint has still not returned recent calls from this writer, and as of this writing, has not responded in writing, according to Town Manager Norman Khumalo, to Ben Palleiko's recent email letter. In keeping the exterior of the building basically the same, they avoided engaging the Planning Board or its Site Plan Review Board, which might need to approve any changes, and would have certainly caught the attention of the media and the citizenry long before the CVS revelation. As it now appears, they will only need to engage site plan review for signage approval. If the community were to find sunshine in that cloud, it would be that CVS has kept the building the same, minimizing the visual impact of what some might consider would have been a grotesque CVS standard building in the center of a somewhat quaint New England downtown, which is desperately trying to hold onto its charm. If either entity had engaged the community before coming to an agreement, things might be different. "They don't have to," I have heard from people, citing property rights. "They can do whatever they want." "Free enterprise," says another, as if quoting the Bible. It is all true, technically. But why the secrecy? If they had gone public, they might have found out that the Town of Hopkinton has had plans for several years now to straighten out the intersection by taking ALL of the parking spaces on the eastern side of the former Colella property. I believe the former owner numbered the lost spaces at over twenty-five. When that happens, the owners/leaseholder will need to implement the new traffic pattern for that part of the property. The most widely proposed solution is to make the traffic on that side of the building a one-way, which may give it only one exit, the one on Grove Street. BTW, they will need to meet with the Planning Board to do that (insert sad-face emoticon here). When this writer asked the national spokesman for the chain, Michael DeAngelis if he was aware of the intended land taking, he answered in the negative. Granted, Mr. DeAngelis is a spokesperson, and most likely not in on the details of site-planning, and so we have to wonder if the guy (or gal) who signed the lease knew. We don't get to talk to him. And wouldn't that be embarrassing if he answered in the negative, too. Although Mr. DeAngelis said that after renovating the interior as they are, that CVS would not consider a demolition of the building with the construction of their cookie-cutter store in the rear of the lot. But then again, he was unaware of the intended land taking. There are parallels with the lack of community outreach. The lack of community engagement, and unabashed hubris, sunk the proposed Fruit Street elementary school a few years ago. In contrast, the openness of the recent Elementary School Building Committee, which held forums and charrettes, not only gained public support for the purchase of land for a new school, but the purchase of an equivalent amount of land adjacent to it. Joe Markey and his group not only engaged the public, but spoke with individuals about the work they were doing. The lack of strong community engagement might be blamed for last year's failure of the Legacy Farms zoning change. However, this year, Legacy Farms engaged the community with a robust public outreach consisting of advertising, mailings, and public information sessions where real neighbors asked pertinent questions until they were satisfied with the answers. Roy MacDowell and his team engaged the public as well as individuals about the benefits of trading 200,000 sq. ft. of commercial space for zoning 180 age-restricted residences instead, and 2/3 of Town Meeting voters agreed. While it is true that not only the school group, but Roy MacDowell as well, needed the votes of the public to get their projects approved, they likely took it for granted the first time around. They both learned the bar they needed to hurdle, and implemented plans to achieve their goals the next time around. They did so by engaging the community. Crosspoint did not engage the community in any way, and although everyone is claiming they did not know the tenant, CVS said on June 5, 2015 that they had signed "...within the past few weeks." But they, too, did not inform or engage the community until they were pressed, and in the interim, people involved intimately, continued to abide by their "non-disclosure" compact. To paraphrase a letter writer, I ask, "Is it good corporate citizenship to experience economic prosperity in isolation from those it affects?" Where does a student learn that moving forward with a plan in secrecy while denying a voice to those affected, especially prospective customers, is the right path to choose? Where does a business owner learn that putting a longstanding small town business out of business is good business? They didn't learn that at Harvard Business School.
Ed Note: Title inspired by What They Don't Teach You at Harvard Business School by Mark H. McCormack.
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Incident Logs Updated today, June 15, 2015 Emergency, dial 911 • • Non-emergency, PD dial 508-497-3401, FD dial 508-497-2323
Summary The Hopkinton Police were involved in the following incidents, which are not included in the detail report below. 7 Times the Police assisted the Fire Department, another department, town, or outside Police agency. 21 Motor Vehicle/Person/Home/Building Checks. 1 Motor Vehicle Accident without personal injury. 4 Disabled Motor Vehicles. 3 Times the Police assisted with an Animal Call. 2 Times the Police participated in Community Relations or passenger safety.
Arrest Log Saturday, June 13, 2015 12:06 am Officer Peter Booth arrested William C. Tetlow, 71, of Hayward Street, Hopkinton, on West Main Street and charged him with OUI Liquor, 2nd Offense, Marked Lanes Violation and Failure to Stop/Yield.
Incident Log Sunday, June 14, 2015 10:52 pm A resident of Hayden Rowe Street reported hearing gunshots. Officer Linda Higgins checked the area but did not hear anything suspicious. 8:28 pm Two officers responded to Ash Street to speak with a homeowner regarding loud music. 7:45 pm A Cedar Street resident reported an on-going neighbor complaint. 6:51 pm A Walcott Valley Drive resident reported an on-going neighbor complaint. At the same time the other party walked into the station wishing to have her side logged also. 5:52 pm A 911 caller from Wood Street reported hearing a possible gunshot. Officer John Corridan checked the area with a negative find on anything suspicious. 3:25 pm Two officers responded to Cedar Street to assist with traffic control at the State Park due to overcrowding. 2:13 pm An employee of a Cedar Street business reported that motorists were parking in their parking lot to go to the State Park. Two officers responded and advised that the DCR had two details on scene handling the situation. 2:01 pm A female requested an officer check on five vehicles that were parked on Hayden Rowe Street. Officer Patrick O'Brien checked the vehicles and stated that they were parked legally. 11:14 am An employee of a Main Street business reported suspicious activity where a male party spoke with employees and customers in the store then proceeded to take photos of vehicle license plates in the parking lot. Officer Patrick O'Brien investigated. 8:20 am A male reported that a business on Frankland Road was working in violation of the town by-law, causing a disturbance. Officer Patrick O'Brien responded and advised that no one was working upon his arrival. 7:21 am Two callers reported that an individual appeared to be changing a tire in a bad spot on West Main Street. Officer Stephen Buckley spoke with the operator who stated that a tire from another vehicle came off and got lodged underneath his vehicle. 3:40 am Officer Peter Booth checked a motor vehicle on Hayden Rowe Street that was completely wrapped in cellophane. 1:10 am A resident of Pendulum Pass reported hearing banging and voices outside coming from the area of Tammer Lane and Hidden Brick Road. Three officers responded to check the area. 12:33 am Two officers spoke with an individual on North Mill Street and advised that their parents took them home.
Saturday, June 13, 2015 10:45 pm Officer Philip Powers spoke with a resident of West Main Street in regards to a neighbor complaint. 9:56 pm A 911 caller reported an erratic operator on Hayden Rowe Street. Officer John Corridan caught up to the vehicle and issued the operator a verbal warning for marked lanes violation. 6:35 pm A caller reported that vehicles were parking on the side of Lumber Street, for a large party, causing a road hazard. Two officers checked the area and advised the the roadway was passable. 4:25 pm A 911 caller reported a road rage incident and the vehicles involved headed into Upton on West Main Street. The Upton Police Department was notified. 11:56 am A Pendulum Pass resident reported that their mailbox was damaged overnight. 10:47 am A resident reported that a mailbox on Tammer Lane was damaged overnight. 10:41 am Two officers responded to Wood Street to assist the an Environmental Police Officer with a trespass and alcohol violation. 5:40 am Between the hours of 5:40 am and 6:52 am Officer Jacob Campbell discovered five mailboxes on Hidden Brick Road and five mailboxes on Pendulum Pass vandalized. 12:06 am Officer Peter Booth stopped a motor vehicle on West Main Street and subsequently arrested a 71 year-old male from Hopkinton and charged him with OUI Liquor, 2nd Offense, Marked Lanes Violation and Failure to Stop/Yield.
Friday, June 12, 2015 7:37 pm A walk-in reported a possible breaking and entering to a vehicle. Officer Arthur Schofield responded to Riverbend Road to write a report. 7:14 pm A caller reported that a suspicious motor vehicle was parked on the side on Spring Street. Officer John Corridan responded and advised that the vehicle was secure. 6:20 pm A walk-in advised that he found a cell phone at Sandy Beach. 5:18 pm Three officers spoke with two individuals inside of a suspicions motor vehicle on Wedgewood Drive and wrote a report. 5:08 pm A walk-in complained about traffic not moving westbound on Route 135. Officer John Corridan checked the traffic lights and advised that there were no problems. 3:30 pm A Walcott Street resident reported an on-going neighbor complaint of loud motorcycles. 2:58 pm A 911 caller reported that she was attacked by a deer while walking her dog on Cranberry Lane. Two officers escorted her back to her residence and stated that she refused medical attention. The Animal Control Officer was notified. 1:10 am Officer Linda Higgins advised that she flipped a speed sign back upright on Rocky Woods Road. |
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Patrick Davis, 23
Gabriel Patrick Davis, 23, of
Hopkinton, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday,
June 13, 2015. Born in Houston, Texas, he was the
son of Diane T. Capoferri of Hopkinton, and the late
Edward Davis, who passed away in 2013.
Formerly of Virginia and Texas, Gabriel lived in Hopkinton for the past 10 years. He recently graduated from UMass Amherst with a Bachelor of Science Degree. He was a collegiate swimmer for North Carolina State as well as UMass Amherst and had been on the Hopkinton Swim Team. Besides his mother, he is survived by three brothers, Mickey Capoferri of California, Eric Worsnup of Pennsylvania, Marcello Davis of Hopkinton; his aunts, Carol Ann Davis and her husband Terri Stokes, Anita Capoferri and her husband Michael Adams, Sandra Capoferri and her husband Donald Sutton and Paula Worn and her husband Bob. He also leaves behind 9 cousins. Visitation will be held on Friday, June 19th from 3-7p.m. at the Chesmore Funeral Home of Holliston, 854 Washington St. A service will follow visitation at 7:00p.m. in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to UMass Men's Swimming, 131 Commonwealth Ave. Amherst, MA 01003-9254 |
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Lt. Governor Karyn Polito stopped by Hopkinton this past
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James Thomas Gorman, 67, of
Hopkinton and formerly of Portland, Oregon, passed away
June 12, 2015, at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in
Boston, after a courageous battle with scleroderma. He
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Growing Families June 13, 2015—This group of great blue herons in an enclave three towns west of Hopkinton has young that are now large enough to be seen above the edge of the nests 100 feet from the camera. There are a dozen nests in this swamp of dead trees.  |
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Peaceful coexistence June 13, 2015—Weston Nurseries was teeming with life today, of not only the human kind, but the insect and animal variety as well. Above, a bird looks from its nest in the eave of an arbor in the Garden Center, while a bee, below, performs the time-honored ritual of inadvertently pollinating a flower while seeking nectar.  |
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Selectmen Take Crosspoint, CVS to TaskThe email letter below was sent to Crosspoint principal John Hueber yesterday, and shared with HopNews readers today: Facebook followers were alerted. Sign up for your alerts. HopNews facebook readers are chatting about it right now!  |
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June 12, 2015 — Nine year-old Girl Scout Brownie Courtney Fraser and Golden Pond resident Minnie DiTullio look over some bird cages they are about to paint at Golden Pond Assisted Living, while waiting for assistance and direction from Golden Pond art director, Robin Batchelder. Courtney's mother said the girls re getting ready to bridge from Brownies to Scouts, and this helps them bridge the generation gap. |
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CLUB HOPKINTON Lounge around by the pool, enjoy a picnic lunch, the kids can take swim lessons or just hang around with friends. There is so much happening this year at Swim Club. The perfect summer setting is at the MetroWest YMCA Family Outdoor Center. Nestled in the woods along the Ashland Reservoir, the YMCA Family Outdoor Center is a cozy and welcoming facility. Rolling woodland trails, a versatile playground, endless fields, outdoor swimming pools, basketball and tennis courts, and picnic areas -- you’ve got to hang out at the Y this summer. 2015 SEASON DATES June 6—September
7, 2015 Join us for our Open House on June
13 & 14 from 1-5pm! Free and open to everyone. · Two Swimming Pools · Swim lessons (YMCA Swim Club Members $62.00 per session, Non Swim Club Members $124.00 per session. · Picnic Area with Tables · Basketball & Tennis Courts · Ball Fields · Hiking Trails · Plenty of Parking · Water Carnival · Family Fun Nights There will always be a lane open for adult lap swim. Please check posted schedule at pool office for weekly updates and swim team schedule. All members are required to sign-in upon arrival. Members will be required to show their membership cards. Please see our brochure for rates and information on how to join. Member may register online with the program codes, non members must fill out application and turn it into the MetroWest YMCA MetroWest YMCA Family Outdoor Center 45 East Street, Hopkinton MA 01748 508-435-9345 http://www.metrowestymca.org/hopkinton/program_areas/swimclub/ |
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Incident Logs Updated today, June 12, 2015 Emergency, dial 911 • • Non-emergency, PD dial 508-497-3401, FD dial 508-497-2323
Summary The Hopkinton Police were involved in the following incidents, which are not included in the detail report below. 5 Times the Police assisted the Fire Department, another department, town, or outside Police agency. 15 Motor Vehicle/Person/Home/Building Checks. 1 Motor Vehicle Accident without personal injury. 3 Disabled Motor Vehicles. 1 Time the Police assisted with an Animal Call.
Arrest Log Thursday, June 11, 2015 6:19 pm Officer John Moran arrested Michael John Bassignani, 48, of East Park Street, Franklin, on Hayden Rowe Street and charged him with OUI Drugs, Negligent Operation of a Motor Vehicle and Marked Lanes Violation. 11:49 am Officer Patrick O'Brien arrested David L. Goodhue, 58, of Chipper Hill Road, Northbridge, on Chestnut Street and charged him with Failure to Stop for Police, Possession of Class E Substance and Intimidating a Witness.
Incident Log Thursday, June 11, 2015 11:36 pm A caller reported a hit and run in a South Street parking lot. Officer Linda Higgins responded to write a report. 11:07 pm A resident of Woodview Way reported hearing a female voice screaming for help from the woods. Three officers checked the area but did not find anyone in the woods. 7:57 pm A caller reported that a motorcycle was speeding and driving erratically on Cedar Street. Officer Arthur Schofield responded and spoke with the operator. 6:51 pm A South Mill Street resident reported witnessing a vehicle pull up to his neighbors yard and smash their mailbox. Officer Aaron O'Neil advised he will investigate. 6:19 pm A 911 caller from Hayden Rowe Street reported that a suspicious motor vehicle was outside of her home. Two officers responded and subsequently arrested a 48 year-old male from Franklin and charged him with OUI Drugs, Negligent Operation of a Motor Vehicle and Marked Lanes Violation. 5:41 pm A motorist reported that while traveling on Wood Street his right rear passenger window was blown out by an unknown object. Officer Aaron O'Neil responded to write a report. 4:48 pm Sgt. Joseph Bennett spoke with a resident of Duffield Road regarding prior IRS fraud. 4:01 pm A caller reported that several youths were at Echo Lake and were not suppose to be there. Officer Aaron O'Neil responded and spoke with a couple of youths. 11:49 am Officer Matthew McNeil advised that he stopped a motor vehicle on Front Street and then the operator fled the scene. He then located the operator on Chestnut Street and stopped him again. Three other officers responded as back up and subsequently, a 58 year-old male from Northbridge was arrested and charged with Failure to Stop for Police, Possession of Class E Substance and Intimidating a Witness. 8:29 am A Tammer Lane resident advised Officer William Burchard of a suspicious motor vehicle that was parked on the street around midnight last night. 8:12 am Sgt. Joseph Bennett spoke with a resident of Grove Street regarding an IRS scam. 8:07 am A walk-in turned in a phone that he found on Cranberry Lane. The owner was contacted and picked the phone up. 7:56 am A motorist reported that a large turtle was in the roadway on Lumber Street. Officer Patrick O'Brien responded and assisted the turtle with crossing the street.
Wednesday, June 10, 2015 10:52 pm A resident of Hunters Ridge Way reported that a suspicious package was left at her home, under her name, and stated that she did not purchase the item. Officer John Moran advised her to check her credit report for any identity theft. 10:22 pm A motorist reported that an erratic operator crossed three lanes of traffic on Route 495, almost causing an accident, then took exit 21B. The Upton Police Department was notified. 6:44 pm A female reported that another vehicle struck her side mirror and then drove off towards Upton on West Main Street. The Upton Police Department was notified. 2:56 pm A caller reported that someone was using a handicapped placard on West Main Street and did not believe it was theirs. Officer Arthur Schofield advised that the plate number provided was no correct and he was unable to investigate any further. 2:55 pm Officer Arthur Schofield spoke with an operator regarding a possible hit and run on West Main Street. 2:10 pm Officer Matthew McNeil fingerprinted a resident for a background check. 12:34 pm The Ashland Police Department requested an officer check on the status of the operator of a gray Ford Taurus which had its doors constantly swinging open. Officer Patrick O'Brien responded to Woodview Way and spoke with the operator. 10:17 am A caller spoke with Officer Matthew McNeil regarding illegal dumping on Mayhew Street. 9:59 am A walk-in reported receiving a notice from the Federal Trade Commission claiming that he had won the American Family Sweepstakes and that he had to pay a bond to receive his winnings. He was advised that this was a scam and not to send anyone money. 7:53 am A caller reported that a white Volvo sedan was operating erratically behind a school bus on North Mill Street. Officer William Burchard checked the area with a negative find. |
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June 11, 2015—Lt. Governor Karyn Polito is greeted at the entrance to Hopkinton Town Hall by Town Manager Norman Khumalo as she arrived to speak with governmental and business leaders about the administration's Community Compact this afternoon. The Baker/Polito administration began the initiative through an executive order signed by Governor Charlie Baker in January, and have now begun to offer it to municipalities. Speaking to Hopkinton leaders, Lt. Governor Polito made it clear that this administration would reach out to all 351cities and towns, rather than just the "gateway" communities such as Boston. She specifically mentioned the MassWorks grant that Hopkinton and Legacy Farms applied for as an example, and that being a member of the Community Compact would earn points toward being awarded a grant. The Compact envisions a set of best practices being implemented in communities in more of a regional sense, along with resources available from the Commonwealth for those municipalities, as Selectmen Vice-Chair John Coutinho said after the meeting, who help themselves. The Compact, which was launched at the beginning of this week, can be viewed more fully on the Governor's page. |
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First 300 are the Toughest June 11, 2015—Sandy Sulfaro, left, and Ann Click unfurl a banner that they will display at the Hopkinton Train Depot at Ice House Pond on Saturday. There will be memorabilia commemorating Hopkinton's 300th Anniversary of Incorporation available for purchase. |
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June 11, 2015—At about 8:30 a.m. today, Nantucket Police requested assistance in the search for a 15-year-old boy who had been missing since the prior evening. Additionally, there were concerns that the boy might harm himself. Sergeant John Moran and Trooper Kevin Bates of the State Police barracks in Nantucket assisted members of the Nantucket Police Department in searching several wooded areas on the island. With no results from those efforts, a request was made for a K-9 and helicopter to assist in the search.
Lieutenant Todd Cambra and K-9 “Diego” of the Massachusetts State Police boarded a State Police helicopter in Plymouth and flew to Nantucket. After acquiring a scent at the last known location of the teen, Lieutenant Cambra and K-9 Diego subsequently located the boy hiding in a shed. He was found to be in good condition and arrangements were made for his safe return home. |
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June 10, 2015—Hopkinton
Senior Center Art Show open now until 2 pm on Friday
June 12. Don't miss seeing all the wonderful items
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Incident Logs Updated today, June 10, 2015 Emergency, dial 911 • • Non-emergency, PD dial 508-497-3401, FD dial 508-497-2323
Summary The Hopkinton Police were involved in the following incidents, which are not included in the detail report below. 6 Times the Police assisted the Fire Department, another department, town, or outside Police agency. 20 Motor Vehicle/Person/Home/Building Checks. 4 Motor Vehicle Accidents without personal injury. 3 Times the Police assisted with an Animal Call. 1 Time the Police participated in Community Relations or passenger safety.
Incident Log Tuesday, June 9, 2015
5:42 pm Officer
Matthew McNeil spoke with an individual
regarding a restraining order. 5:36 pm A resident of Walcott Street reported on-going problems with her neighbors. 3:47 pm A Spring Street resident reported that his house was egged overnight. Officer Gregg DeBoer responded to write a report. 3:17 pm Officer Matthew McNeil assisted a walk-in with fingerprinting. 1:46 pm Sgt. John Porter assisted a resident with fingerprinting for federal employment. 9:59 am Officer Stephen Buckley completed a crime prevention action on Hayden Rowe Street. 8:31 am A resident of Pendulum Pass reported that his and other mailboxes in the area had been vandalized as well as tire marks on his lawn.
Monday, June 8, 2015 10:41 pm Officer John Corridan assisted the Holliston Police Department with checking Pond Street for motor vehicle possibly involved in a hit and run. 9:18 pm A motorist reported an erratic operator on West Main Street. Two officers responded and stated that no violations were observed. 7:22 pm There were multiple callers reporting a disturbance of a man and a woman yelling at each other on West Main Street. Three officers responded and spoke with both parties involved. 3:22 pm A walk-in from Thayer Heights Road reported that his house was egged on Friday night. Officer Matthew McNeil responded and wrote a report. 2:15 pm A Police Department employee reported finding a pair of eye glasses on a bench outside of the station. 1:42 pm Officer William Burchard spoke with the operator of a motor vehicle on Wilson Street who stated that he was an inspector. 1:28 pm A walk-in spoke with Officer Stephen Buckley regarding a suspicious gray SUV, with a male occupant, she saw in her neighborhood Friday. 11:09 am Officer Stephen Buckley assisted a walk-in with fingerprinting for employment. 10:18 am A caller reported seeing a suspicious gray sedan parked on Aprilla Farm Road with an older man with white hair and glasses inside. Officer William Burchard responded and spoke with the operator. 9:51 am Sgt. John Porter advised that he issued parking citations to two vehicles parked on Marathon Way. 8:31 am A West Elm Street resident reported that a delivery service company was instructed to leave a grill in front of her garage but instead went beyond a fenced in area with “no trespass” signs up and put it in her backyard. 7:40 pm A walk-in requested the traffic light at Wood Street be checked as it does not cycle fast enough, leaving traffic backed up to Elm Street. The Highway Department was notified. |
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Milford Regional
Health Care Foundation Announces New Community
Fundraising Initiative
The Community Fundraising
Program encourages local residents to organize
fundraisers to benefit Milford Regional Medical
Center. Examples of fundraising ideas range from car
washes and garage sales to an online fundraising
page to celebrate a special occasion by collecting
donations in lieu of gifts. “For me, I knew I could not
afford a lot to donate personally and thought what a
great idea to have fun and raise money for a great
cause,” said Rachel Tebeau, Zumba Party event
coordinator. Event coordinators receive
support, guidance, and tools from the Foundation
office to help reach their goals. The Community
Fundraising Program is open to all ages and
residents of all local towns. In addition, students
who participate may be eligible for community
service hours. “I felt like it was important to
raise money for Milford Regional because the people
there have helped save the lives of many people in
my family, including mine,” said Jake Bouchard,
student event coordinator. For more information about the
Community Fundraising Program, including fundraiser
ideas, guidelines, and proposal form, visit
http://foundation.milfordregional.org/communityfundraising
or contact Kelly See, Manager of Special Events and
Community Fundraising at ksee@milreg.org or (508)
422-2034. |
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Turtle Rescue League June 10, 2015—Save Us is a group of 6th grade girls from Hopkinton who choose a different animal non-profit organization each year to support. They communicate to the community about this need and fundraise to help support these animals.
This year, Save Us ran a kickball tournament at the Hopkinton Middle School which raised $350 for the Turtle Rescue League. The Turtle Rescue League is a non-profit organization based in MA committed to helping all kinds of turtles. Their mission is to keep turtles a part of the future and not a thing of the past. They accomplish this through education, conservation, rehabilitation and incubation programs. Save Us also created 20 wooden turtle crossing signs that will be hung up throughout Hopkinton and neighboring towns to make drivers aware of turtles entering the roadways.
Save Us also helped HMS raise $170 towards their Sky is the Limit Courtyard project and $170 towards the HMS Student activities account. ~ Contributed |
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“Early
Childhood Education Plan and Building Design Direction”
Jim Barrett of DRA Architects will
share renderings that reflect current direction on site
layout and building design, including a look inside the
building from a student's point of view. We hope you can join us for this
exciting evening, and we look forward to hearing YOUR
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Sheriff Koutoujian
testifies on pretrial reform legislation
BOSTON – June 9,
2015—Middlesex Sheriff Peter J. Koutoujian testified
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Passing Fancy June 9, 2015—Hopkinton got a bit of a passing rainstorm, as well as a double rainbow at the tail end of it early this evening. By the time the photographer got to the Common after taking this shot, looking for a shot with no wires, the rainbow had shrunk to half its size. |
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Right to Ride
June 9, 2015—These two subjects of the Queen were passing through Hopkinton on their way from Boston to Miami this afternoon riding for the charity, Right To Play, an international organization helping disadvantaged children, according to the website. |
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Newbury,
MASS - June 14, 2015—The Massachusetts State Police and
Essex District Attorney's Office are investigating the
death of a New Hampshire man after he was arrested for
drugged driving.
June
12, 2015—Massachusetts State Police have issued a
citation charging BRANDON V. SPIKES, 27, of Florida,
with several motor vehicle offenses after
determining that SPIKES was speeding and driving
negligently when he crashed his 2011 Maybach sedan
(similar to photo) into the back of a sport utility
vehicle on Route 495 northbound in Foxborough. The
occupants of the SUV suffered minor injuries in the
crash, which occurred early Sunday morning.
June
11, 2015—Yesterday morning at approximately 5 a.m. the
State Police Violent Fugitive Apprehension Section and
Belchertown Police officers captured KEITH TRUEHART, 30,
a State Police Top Ten Most Wanted Fugitive who caused
serious injuries to his
MILFORD
- The Milford Regional Healthcare Foundation is
proud to announce its newest volunteer engagement
initiative, the Community Fundraising Program for
Milford Regional. 
Join
us to see functional and practical design merge with
Hopkinton's education goals to create a blueprint for an
exciting and inspiring learning environment for
Hopkinton's youngest learners.
legislation focused on pretrial processes in the
Commonwealth.