Board of Health Member Opening

On June 28, 2016, the Hopkinton Board of Health notified the Board of Selectmen of a vacancy on the Board of Health due to a resignation and are currently seeking candidates for this position.

Pursuant to Town Charter provision 3­1(e), a joint meeting, consisting of the remaining members of the Hopkinton Board of Health and the members of the Board of Selectmen, will (tentatively) convene on August 9th at a regularly scheduled Board of Selectmen meeting to appoint an individual to temporarily fill this one seat until the next Annual Town Election in May of 2017.

The Hopkinton Board of Health is an elected three­member body. The Board of Health is responsible for a wide range of health and environmental concerns, including the promotion of public health, control of dangerous disease and protection of the environment. In addition to permitting and inspectional services, associated with the enforcement of local and state sanitary and environmental regulations, the Board of Health also provides communicable disease investigation and prevention programs, food establishment inspection services, pool and camp permitting, trash and septage hauler permitting, complaint investigations, housing inspections, tobacco sales permitting and enforcement, wastewater and water supply plan review and permitting, and emergency planning.

Please note, the Board of Health typically meets on Monday evenings.

Interested parties should apply by the close of business, 4:30 PM, on Wednesday, July 16, 2016.​To apply, visit the Town’s website and apply through the online volunteer form here: http://www.hopkintonma.gov/home/about/hug

Residents may also apply by submitting a letter of interest to: Maria Glynn, Executive Assistant, Town Manager’s Office, 18 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA 01748.

Interested parties may contact Ed Wirtanen, Public Health Administrator, at 508­497­9725, with any questions regarding expectations or details about the position or the Board of Health.

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Massachusetts State Police Arrest Uber Driver for Indecent Assault and Battery

NORWOOD - July 5, 2016 - Shortly after 5 a.m. Saturday, July 2, State Police Communications received a 911 call from a person who said a family member – a 25-year-old woman – was reporting to her family and a friend that she was a passenger in an Uber vehicle and was being sexually assaulted and accosted by the driver while traveling from Methuen to Norwood. State Police immediately put out a BOLO (Be On the LookOut) alert for the driver’s vehicle, a brown 2007 Toyota Camry. State Police determined the victim’s destination in Norwood and rushed to that house, but missed the suspect, who had just dropped off the victim, by just a few minutes.

A subsequent investigation by troopers determined the following sequence of events: The victim told troopers that she had called the ride service from a friend’s house in Methuen shortly before 5 a.m. and requested that she be driven to another friend’s house in Norwood. The victim stated that when she was picked up, having never used an Uber vehicle before, she asked the driver where she should sit; he told her to sit in the front seat. The route the vehicle took was along Routes 93 and 95. Several minutes into the ride, the driver allegedly began asking the victim personal questions about relationships, and then repeatedly asked her to kiss him, which she continually refused to do. At one point during the ride the driver asked the victim to “friend request” him on the social media application SnapChat, and handed her his phone to do so.  

The  victim stated that after his unsuccessful requests to kiss her, the driver allegedly began touching her inappropriately and making obscene and sexually-themed statements, and at one point grabbed her arm and pulled it toward her body. Throughout the assault the victim turned her body away from the driver in an attempt to impede his ability to touch her. According to the victim, the assaultive and accosting behavior ceased several minutes before the driver dropped her off at her destination in Norwood; the driver immediately drove away. Moments later, troopers from the State Police Barracks in Foxboro arrived at that house, checked on the victim’s condition, and transported her to the Norwood Police Department.

Troopers from the Foxboro Barracks and State Police Troop H detectives interviewed the victim at the Norwood station. In addition to her description of the driver and his behavior, the victim was also able to provide information about him from the Uber confirmation she received when she booked the ride and from social media accounts belonging to the driver, which she had been able to see when he handed her his phone. The victim told troopers she was in fear for her safety throughout the prolonged incident.

Troopers identified the driver as JUNIOR CLARKE, 31, of Lawrence. Troopers responded to his residence Saturday but did not locate him there. Later on Saturday, troopers made contact with CLARKE, who agreed to meet them at the Andover Barracks. After advising CLARKE of his Miranda rights, and receiving his acknowledgement that he understood those rights, Trooper Michael Guerriero interviewed him. At the conclusion of the interview, Trooper Guerriero placed CLARKE under arrest for the following offenses: 1.) Indecent Assault and Battery on a Person 14 or Over; 2.) Assault and Battery; and 3.) Accosting/Annoying a Person of the Opposite Sex.

CLARKE was booked at the Andover Barracks; a bail clerk set a $40 bail fee, which CLARKE posted. Troopers determined, based on the locations of the alleged crimes during the ride, that the offenses occurred in Middlesex County. CLARKE is expected to be arraigned in Woburn District Court. At this point, we have been advised that that arraignment will be held on Thursday. Contributed.

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Christine Anne Warren, 30

Christine Anne Warren, 30, of Falmouth formerly of Hopkinton passed away Thursday, June 30, after a long struggle with addiction. She is the beloved daughter of Rory and Eileen (Sibson) Warren and mother of Cameron Rory Bosworth.

Christine graduated from Hopkinton High School Class of 2003 and had attended UMass Boston with the goal of becoming a nurse. She was a friend to many and will be deeply missed by her large extended family and circle of friends.

In addition to her parents and son, she is survived by one sister, Emily Jane Warren of Hopkinton, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

A funeral service will be held Wednesday, July 6, at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of the Matarese Funeral Home, 325 Main St. in Ashland. Calling hours will be held Wednesday from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Gosnold on Cape Cod, The Emerson House, 200 Ter Heun Drive, Falmouth, MA 02540. www.mataresefuneral.com

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State Police Investigate Pedestrian Fatal Route 495 in Franklin

This morning at about 12:22 am, a male pedestrian was struck on Route 495 South, north of Exit 17 in Franklin. Preliminary investigation indicates the pedestrian was in the middle travel lane when he was struck by a 2011Honda traveling in the middle lane.

The pedestrian, identified as Anthony Santucci, 41 from Franklin was determined deceased at the scene. The operator of the motor vehicle, a 32–year-old female from Cumberland, RI, stayed at the scene.

This crash remains under investigation by Troop H of the Massachusetts State Police with assistance from the State Police Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Section and the State Police Crime Scene Services Section. No charges have been filed at this time; the ongoing investigation will determine if charges are warranted. State Police were also assisted on scene by Franklin Fire and EMS and MassDOT.

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 ROADWORK NOTICE

 In preparation for street resurfacing, a contractor working for the Town of Hopkinton will be installing asphalt shim work on Wednesday July 6th and Thursday July 7th from 7am-4pm on the following streets.

South Mill St – Ash St to Holliston line (Wednesday & Thursday)
Saddle Hill Rd – Edgehill Rd to Fruit St (Thursday)

Roads will be closed to through traffic. Please seek alternate routes.

Thank you,

Mike Mansir
Hopkinton Highway Manager

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Fatal Motorcycle Crash on Unquity Road in Milton

July 1, 2016 - Last night at about 8:35 p.m., a motorcycle crash on Unquity Road in Milton resulted in the death of the operator, Carlos Andres Perez, 22 from East Taunton.

Preliminary investigation by Trooper Michael Lane indicates that a 22-year-old man was traveling on Unquity Road, in the area of Harland Street, when, for reasons still under investigation, he crashed the Yamaha YZF he was driving. The operator was determined to be deceased at the scene.

The cause of the crash remains under investigation by Troop H of the Massachusetts State Police with assistance from the State Police Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Section, the State Police Crime Scene Services Section, and Troop H detectives. State Police were assisted on scene by Milton Police and EMS.

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   Summary

The Hopkinton Police were involved in the following incidents, which are not included in the detail report below.

30 Times the Police assisted the Fire Department, another department, town, or outside Police agency.

49 Motor Vehicle/Person/Home/Building Checks.

4 Motor Vehicle Accidents without personal injury.

4 Disabled Motor Vehicles.

6 Time the Police assisted with an Animal Call.

0 Time the Police participated in Community Relations or passenger safety.

Incident Log

Monday, June 27, 2016

10:02 pm A walk-in spoke with Officer Brian Sanchioni regarding a neighbor dispute.

4:52 pm Officer Peter Booth responded to Downey Street to speak with a victim of a larceny.

4:40 pm A caller reported losing her phone at Sandy Beach.

1:24 pm A walk-in spoke with Officer Stephen Buckley regarding a stolen checkbook.

7:43 am A caller on Woodview Way reported that a vehicle was parked in her handicap spot. Officer Jacob Campbell responded and spoke with the operator who was unaware of the sign.

Sunday, June 26, 2016

11:43 pm Two officers spoke with an operator on Davis Road regarding vandalism to the individual's vehicle.

9:15 pm A resident of Washington Lane reported that someone had taken jewelry from her home. Officer Brian Sanchioni responded to write a report.

9:05 pm A 911 caller reported that a motor vehicle operator was driving erratically on Wild Road and then pulled into a driveway.

3:43 pm A walk-in reported larceny from a Go-Fund-Me account.

2:58 pm A caller on Main Street reported that three young males, in a blue van, were cutting pills then smoking them. Three officers responded to investigate.

9:26 am A pedestrian reported finding an iPhone on Hayden Rowe Street.

Saturday, June 25, 2016

6:02 pm A resident of Roosevelt Road reported that two men were walking around the neighborhood, weaving in and out of people's yards. Three officers spoke with them and advised that their kayak got stuck in the marsh and they were going to a friends house to call their mother.

5:42 pm A caller from Carriage Hill Road reported that a the operator of a suspicious vehicle went into the swamp, grabbed a garbage bag then drove away. Two officers checked the area with a negative find.

5:24 pm A 911 caller on Lakeshore Drive reported that jet skies were driving too closely to the swimming area as well as speeding around the lake. Officer Brian Sanchioni responded but was unable to locate them.

4:22 pm A 911 caller from Lakeshore Drive reported that a woman was on the beach who was believed to have a no trespass order. Three officers responded and spoke with her.

2:55 pm Officer Stephen Buckley spoke with an individual regarding identity theft.

11:44 am Officer Stephen Buckley issued multiple parking violations at EMC Park.

11:36 am A caller reported two vehicles parked in a field behind a Hayden Rowe Street business for three weeks now. Officer Stephen Buckley advised that they come back revoked for insurance and the owner of the property would need to fill paperwork to have them towed.

10:31 am An individual reported finding a set of keys on Grove Street.

Friday, June 24, 2016

10:42 pm Three officers spoke with a resident of Smith Road regarding loud noise.

8:10 pm Two officers responded to Wedgewood Drive for a crime prevention action.

7:36 pm A caller reported observing a suspicious male walk around the property, ask if they were working late, then appeared to look inside windows of the building. Two officers responded to speak with him.

7:16 pm A motorist reported that an unmarked cruiser pulled up behind him on Cedar Street, turned the lights on then drove past him.

4:51 pm A caller reported that a motorist was possibly texting while driving on West Main Street. Officer Brian Sanchioni checked the area with a negative find.

1:15 pm A caller reported an erratic operator on Pond Street. Officer Stephen Buckley checked the area with a negative find.

1:13 pm A 911 caller reported a motor vehicle accident with personal injury on West Main Street. Two officers responded to assist the Fire Department.

9:53 am A Lumber Street resident reported that his vehicle was egged overnight. Officer Arthur Schofield responded to write a report.

9:45 am A walk-in reported losing a license plate from a commercial vehicle.

8:17 am A walk-in reported that her car was suppose to be repossessed but it was now gone without any notification from the bank or towing company. She believed it was stolen. The vehicle was repossessed.

8:02 am A West Main Street resident reported that someone had egged her vehicle overnight.

2:04 am Officer John Moran stopped a motor vehicle on Woodview Way and subsequently arrested a 47 year-old male from East Greenwich, RI for a Warrant and also charged him with OUI Liquor, Operating a Motor Vehicle With Licenses Suspended and Number Plate Violation.

Thursday, June 23, 2016

8:15 pm Officer Stephen Buckley responded to Washington Lane for a crime prevention action.

8:10 pm Officer Arthur Schofield responded to Rocky Woods Road for a crime prevention action.

7:58 pm A Woody Island Road resident reported that his neighbor has been yelling and threatening to hurt him. Two officers responded to write a report.

5:16 pm A caller reported seeing what looked like the occupants of a motor vehicle drinking while heading towards Milford on Hayden Rowe Street. Sgt. Timothy Brennan notified the Milford Police Department.

4:58 pm A caller reported seeing unregistered solicitors on Ash Street. Officer Matthew Santoro responded and spoke with them.

3:44 pm A walk-in from Briarcliff Drive reported that his vehicle was egged.

3:41 pm A Kimball Road resident reported that her house was egged.

3:18 pm A 911 caller reported an erratic operator on Wood Street. Sgt. Scott vanRaalten checked the area with a negative find.

12:12 pm A caller reported that a black backpack was left on the sidewalk on Main Street. Officer Peter Booth responded to retrieve it.

9:29 am A resident of Nicholas Road reported that their vehicles had been egged.

1:33 am A 911 caller reported a group of teens on West Main Street. Two officers responded and transported them back to their residence.

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Hopkinton Country Club Charitable Gala -Save the Date

JUNE 28, 2016 Hopkinton, MA - The Hopkinton CC Charitable Foundation has awarded grants totaling $15,000 to two local non-profit organizations for its Spring 2016 grant distribution. Thanks to the success of the inaugural Spring Charity Golf Tournament, HCCCF is pleased to announce its support for The Natick Service Council and Daily Bread Food Pantry Homeless Teens Program in Milford.

Natick Service Council is an advocacy, referral, case management, and information center serving the most economically disadvantaged members of the community. They help clients meet basic needs for food, housing and access to health care, with the goal of promoting self-sufficiency. The grant support provided by HCCCF will help fund the Case Management program and all services available to families in need. Visit www.NatickServiceCouncil.org  to learn more about all services and programs available.

Daily Bread Food Pantry Homeless Teens Program serves approximately 60 homeless teens who attend Milford High School and Blackstone Valley Tech in Upton. These teens are the most vulnerable, with limited access and resources for basic, everyday needs. HCCCF’s grant will support the purchase of school supplies, clothing and warm weather gear for these teens. All assistance will be distributed directly by Daily Bread Food Pantry. Call Daily Bread at 508-478-4225 for more information.

“We are truly grateful to the support we received from so many this past May at our Charity Golf Tournament," states Dorothy Maruska, Director of Programs at HCCCF.

"This funding enables the Hopkinton CC Charitable Foundation to identify and support programs in our area who serve the most disadvantaged youth and families. We are honored to be able to lend a hand to these important nonprofit organizations.”

The additional funds raised over the spring will support the second year of a 3-year $10,000 commitment to the Mazie Mentoring Program in Framingham, $5,000 for the HCCCF Scholarship Program as well as the new Youth in Philanthropy program launching this fall.

The HCCCF has partnered with the Foundation for Metrowest to bring this leadership giving program to Hopkinton. This program will provide high school students the opportunity to learn all aspects of philanthropy and civic engagement. Students will distribute $10,000 in grants to local non-profits they have researched and chosen based on the learned grant making process.

To learn more about the Hopkinton CC Charitable Foundation and its program areas, visit www.hopkintoncccf.org  . SAVE THE DATE! The Hopkinton CC Charitable Foundation Evening Gala is scheduled for Saturday, October 15, 2016 at the Hopkinton Country Club. This year’s gala theme is Havana Nights, featuring a cultural experience of music, food and fun! Everyone is welcome. Registration will be available soon on the HCCCF website.

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