September 4, 2017 -- Eagles
enjoying Labor Day breakfast on Lake Maspenock. ~
Eric Carty
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Fay School Staff Likes September, and They Show it
Loud and Clear
September 3, 2017 -- These traffic
accessories need no explanation; but where do the parents go, who
used to wait there? We received three answers to that question, the
letter to parents, and a map, on Town Talk.
Family Stuff
The Cornfields
September 3, 2017-- Heading west from
Hopkinton, the former cornfield on Whitney Street in Upton is now a
solar farm. Heading west to the next town, this cornfield above is
in Northbridge, where a few fields dot the town.
Corn in Sutton
September 3, 2017 -- The photo of Whittier
Farms, below was taken by the photographer standing in the driveway
of the farm above, over a half-mile away, also in Sutton, where
cornfields abound.
Long lens, zoom in, enlarge, sharpen, voila!
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Mark
Allan TItus, 65
Mark Allan TItus, 65
,
of Mesa, AZ, formally of Hopkinton, MA, passed away on August 26,
2017, after a seven-month bout with bladder cancer. Mark was born in
Springville,
New York on June 17, 1952 to parents Jane (Snyder) and Allan Titus.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Marie Frances Titus, his
mother, Jane, and stepmother, Carol. Mark is survived by his loving
daughter, Jessica (Adam) Burnside of Mesa, AZ and grandsons James
Mark and Daniel George. Mark is also survived by his father, Allan
Titus of Spring, TX, brother Stephen Titus of Gilbert, AZ, sisters
Judy Hanson of Big Pine Key, FL and Vicky Delisi of Friendswood, TX,
as well as numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and
friends. Mark graduated from Pioneer Central High School in 1971 and
went on to graduate from Rets Electronic School in Boston, MA. He
worked as an electrical engineering tech for close to 30 years at
Digital Corporation in Maynard and Marlboro, MA before transitioning
to a career in corporate landscape estimating at Valley Crest in
Phoenix, AZ. Mark enjoyed spending time with his pets. He was a
doting grandfather, who enjoyed nothing better than watching his
grandson's play frisbee in his living room. Mark will be sorely
missed by his family and friends, as his kindheartedness knew no
bounds. A memorial service will be held on September 23, 2017 at
1pm in
Mesa,
AZ.
Last Night's Hillers Scrimmage vs. Milford
September 2, 2017 -- The Hiller QB puts the
first number on the scoreboard last night at home. Photo by John
Daley.
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John J. Boelsen III, 70
John J. Boelsen III,
70, of Hopkinton, passed
away Thursday, August 31, 2017. He was
born in Yonkers, NY and was the son of
the late Elizabeth (Tintera) and John J.
Boelsen II.
John
was a 1966 graduate of Marian High School
and an Army Veteran of the Vietnam War. He
was the owner of Boelsen Landscape Company.
He also rescued and owned many Cairn
Terriers.
He is survived by his
siblings, Elizabeth Ross and her husband Jot
of Ashland, Michael Boelsen and his wife
Patricia of Hopkinton, Grace Bowker and her
husband Bill of Webster, Barbara Boelsen of
Hopkinton and Margaret Warner of North
Carolina and many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held
on Tuesday, September 5th from 10:00 -
11:00am at the
Chesmore Funeral Home of Hopkinton, 57
Hayden Rowe St. . A funeral home service
will take place following visitation at
11:00am. Burial will follow at the Bourne
National Cemetery at 1:45pm.
LIVE! on Main with the President of
Weston Nurseries, Peter Mezitt
Hillers Football
Good Luck Against Milford Tonight at 6:00 pm, From Your Friends at Hillers Pizza
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LIVE! on Main Special Presentation
Dr. Jeffrey Steinberg on Men's Health,
Specifically, the Prostate: How to detect, and how to eradicate,
Prostate Cancer.
He can be reached at (508) 473-6333.
Fire on Wood Street
by Ed Thompson,
Contributing, Robert Falcione
August 31, 2017 -- Firefighters made fast
work of a fire, believed to have begun in the wall in the second
floor of a home at 221 Wood Street, that was called in at 2:17
pm. The second alarm came at 2:33 pm, and the fire was declared
out at 3:09 pm. Firefighters from Westborough and Southborough
assisted. Deputy Chief William Miller requested the Fire
Marshall's office to the scene. The Building Inspector and
Eversource were also called to the scene. Initial reports are
that the fire was electrical. People inside escaped injury.
August 30, 2017 -- Unlike its human
counterparts, this insect went right for the flowers surrounding the
Snappy Dogs trailer at Weston Nurseries, instead of the Snappy Dogs
themselves, on a sunny day last week.
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Kittens Bring Together Animal
Hospital and Humane Society
VCA Animal Hospital Teams up with
Baypath Humane Society
(August 29, 2017) Hopkinton, MA — In June,
the Hopkinton Police rescued four very young, abandoned kittens and
brought them to Baypath
Humane Society for care. The Baypath team rushed the critically
ill kittens to VCA Westborough Animal Hospital, who sprang into
action, providing fluids and much needed TLC. Fortunately, the
kittens were quickly stabilized and are growing big and strong.
“These beautiful kittens have a happy life
ahead of them, thanks to great collaboration between Baypath, VCA
Animal Hospitals, and Hopkinton Police,” said Baypath Humane Society
of Hopkinton Executive Director Elizabeth Jefferis. “We’re
incredibly proud to be part of this community who is so committed to
animal welfare.”
This interaction sparked a new partnership
between the animal hospital and humane society. Baypath was thrilled
when VCA Animal Hospitals
announced that they would like to be the Presenting Sponsor for
their 8th
annual Paws & Claws 5K, to be
held on October 15, 2017 at Hopkinton State Park. “VCA does a great
deal to give back to the community and to support animal rescue,”
said Jefferis. “We’re honored that they decided to become our
Presenting Sponsor, and hope it’s the beginning of a wonderful
partnership.”
VCA Animal Hospitals has primary care and
specialty care clinics and animal hospitals around the country,
including locations in Westboro, Northborough, Quincy, Newton, and
Brookline. “We’re impressed with the devotion of the people who work
and volunteer at Baypath Humane Society,” said
Meighan McNally, who is in
charge of marketing of the
Northeast Group of VCA Animal Hospitals. “We were amazed that this
tiny shelter in our community finds loving homes for more than 1,200
dogs and cats each year, and are proud to help support this
important work on behalf of animals who so greatly deserve a second
chance.”
As part of VCA’s
mission to increase the number of adopted animals placed in good
homes, the organization promotes pet adoption from local animal
shelters and rescue organizations, and works together with animal
rescues to provide shelter pets with expert pet healthcare.
Planning Board Meeting
by Robert Falcione
August 29, 2017 -- The Planning Board met
last evening to consider several items. First up, the Public
Hearing for Phase III of Golden Pond expansion, approved several
years ago, made progress toward final approval. Further study of
a stormwater basin, as well as the safety of pedestrian and
vehicular access during construction of this final phase, is
required. The hearing was continued until September 25, 2017,
when they will consider the results of a September 18, 2017
interim ConCom meeting, as well as items remaining on an outline
of the hearing.
Reid
Blute, Vice-President of Land Acquisition for Pulte Homes,
applied for a waiver of a directional sign placement to help
direct prospects to the model on Legacy Farms North. There is a
requirement, said Principal Planner Jennifer Burke, that the
sign must be on the land, or have the land in sight, that it is
directing people to. Member Frank
D'Urso (Wearing hat) moved to deny the request, and discussion
ensued.
Chair John Ferrari suggested that the conventional street sign,
not the directional sign, be larger t
han
usual, and Fire Chief Stephen Slaman agreed, saying it would
help resources arriving from out of town, and aid him in
describing directions.
This writer suggested denying Mr. D'Urso's motion and granting
the waiver.
Mr. D'Urso's motion to deny prevailed
5-4.
Below, a Pulte model home on Legacy South. Below that, a drawing
of Golden Pond Phase III.
John Steinbecks’s
“Of Mice And
Men”
Directed by Paul Champlin
(August
28, 2017 - HOPKINTON, MA) — Enter Stage Left Theater presents
Of Mice And Men, a beautiful,
tragic play, based on the 1937 John Steinbeck novel of the same
name. Featuring a cast of ten adult actors from Hopkinton,
Lexington, Methuen and surrounding towns, this classic story is a
powerful portrait of the American spirit and a heartbreaking
testament to the bonds of friendship.
As Of Mice And Men
director, Paul Champlin, explains, “We are very fortunate to have
assembled a talented and wonderful cast of local actors who bring
life and energy to this performance.”
This classic story of an unlikely
pair—George and Lennie, two migrant workers in Depression-era
California grasping for their American Dream—continues to be read
and revived in performance more than seventy-five years later,
attesting to its capacity to profoundly connect with readers,
actors, and audiences alike.
Five performances at the The
Delbridge Family Performance Space, 98 Hayden Rowe Street,
Hopkinton: September 29th,
30th,
October 6th,
7th,
at 7:30 pm. Sunday matinee October 8th
at 3:00 pm. (The Friday, October 6th
performance will include a “TalkBack” opportunity for audience
members to ask questions of the cast, designers, and directors,
immediately following the show.) Tickets are $20.00 for adults,
$15.00 for students and seniors and may be purchased at the door or
online at HopArtsCenter.org/ .
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Great Picnic
August 28, 2017 -- State Representative
Carolyn Dykema, whose district includes Hopkinton, held her Annual
Senior Picnic at the YMCA this afternoon with her constituents and
her fellow legislators, as well as a buffet by TJ's Restaurant.
Annual Respite Center Coffeehouse to be
Held at the HCA
August 28, 2017 -- We are excited to
announce that we will be having our Annual Respite Center
Coffeehouse for the first time at the Hopkinton Center for
the Arts. It is all happening on Friday night
September 22nd. The night will featured the local folk
trio, The Great Molasses Flood, which is a band that
includes two of our long time staff. During the night
many of the individuals with disabilities from our programs
will join the Flood in singing, playing instruments, doing
sign
language, and more. It is amazing and inspiring to see how
much talent everyone has.
This will be our 13th Annual
Coffeehouse, and this night is always one of our favorite
events of the year.
Hopkinton
Superintendent of Schools to Retire "Very excited for the next step."
August 28, 2017 -- Hopkinton Superintendent
of Schools Dr. Cathy MacLeod was a candidate for her doctorate
when she was interviewed and hired to lead the Hopkinton school
district. She has since earned her degree, and led the district
through a period of unprecedented community and school growth.
But alas, she has announced her intent to retire at the end of
the new school year, in June, 2018, which will conclude five
years at the helm.
In a
short telephone conversation today, Dr. MacLeod said because her
family is in Vermont, she would like to move there and spend
more time with her three grandkids, "The love of my life," she
said, and that is why she moved up her retirement, she added, to
get closer to them.
Dr.
MacLeod said she is, "Very excited for the next step," and
explained that she has always wanted to go back to teaching,
this time, perhaps college.
Dr.
MacLeod said that her early announcement is to give the
community sufficient time to find a replacement.
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Real Estate Transactions for Hopkinton
New
Transactions from August 21, 2017 - August 28, 2017 Click on blue links to see Town's property card
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The victim of last nights fatal motorcycle crash has been identified
as Matthew Perry, 24 of West Warwick, RI.
State
Police Investigating Fatal Motorcycle Crash in Wareham
August
27, 2017 -- Tonight at about 9:10 p.m., a motorcycle crash on the
ramp from Route 195 eastbound to Route 495 northbound in Wareham
resulted in the death of the operator.
Preliminary investigation by Trooper Austin Dooley indicates that a
man was traveling on the ramp on a 2017 Suzuki GSX-R1000 when, for
reasons still under investigation, his motorcycle struck the left
side guardrail, throwing him from the motorcycle and into the
roadway. The operator was subsequently pronounced deceased at
the scene.
The cause of this crash remains under investigation with assistance
from the State Police Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Section
and Crime Scene Services Section. State Police were assisted
on scene by Wareham Fire and EMS, Wareham Police, and MassDOT.
The identity of the operator is being withheld pending family
notification.
5 mph
August 27, 2017 -- Five miles per hour is the speed limit on the
Grafton Upton Railroad.
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Simplicity
August 28, 2017 --This ant has no problem among the flowers on this
plant which is on the very soil where the North Mill once stood. But
there appears to be a purple creature lurking under the flowers
nearby.
August 28, 2017 -- Lake Whitehall was blanketed with a puffy sky on
Friday, the last "free" weekend for many.
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Pretty Gal
August 28, 2017 -- All of the worker bees are female. The only male
is called a drone, whose only purpose is to mate, and thendies after mating.
Family Stuff
Ideas&Insights
Speaker Series at Fay School New York Times columnist and bestselling author Ron Lieber:
"The Opposite of Spoiled"
Tuesday, September 19, 7:00 pm
Fay School is delighted to welcome New York
Times columnist and bestselling author Ron Lieber on Tuesday,
September 19 for a special presentation about how, when, and why to
talk to kids about money.
During his presentation, Ron will cover the basics -- allowance,
chores, phones, and college, but his overarching focus is on values.
As adults, what we spend, how we save, and where we give says a lot
about who we are. Every question that our kids ask -- from how much
money we make, to why we live where we live -- is an opportunity to
impress our values upon our children. Ron will walk parents through
all of these conversations and explain when to have them and what to
say.
Ron Lieber has been the “Your Money” columnist for The Times since
2008. Before coming to The Times, he wrote the “Green Thumb”
personal finance column for The Wall Street Journal. His first book,
Taking Time Off: Inspiring Stories of Students Who Enjoyed
Successful Breaks from College and How You Can Plan Your Own, was a
New York Times bestseller in 1996. His most recent book, The
Opposite of Spoiled, published in February 2015, was an instant New
York Times and Wall Street Journal bestseller.
Fay School Farmers Market September 9, 16, 23, 30 and October 7, 14, 21, 28,
from 9:00 am
to 12:00 pm
at Harlow Circle (in front of the Primary School), 23 Middle Road,
Southborough
The Fay School Farmers Market will take place on
the campus of Fay School in Southborough, Massachusetts. The market
is open to all and will feature local produce, prepared food, and
handmade goods by local vendors and Fay School faculty and staff.
Join us, and bring your neighbors, as we celebrate our local
farmers, delicious food, and a sustainable community!
This event is brought to you by
Health Choices XM Radio,
PD Labs and Hopkinton Drug.
Compounding Pharmacies that are
dedicated to bringing
Specialized Medications
Nationwide.
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UniBank September Home Buying Seminar
Announced
for Hopkinton
WHITINSVILLE, MA – UniBank will be
sponsoring free monthly home buying seminars throughout 2017.
These educational opportunities will provide homebuyers with
valuable information about finding and buying the home of their
dreams. Important discussion topics include: Negotiating a
Winning Offer, Finding the Right Mortgage and Pre-Qualifying,
Down Payment Options, The Importance of Home Inspections, and
more. Refreshments will be served and a door prize will be
awarded at each event.
UniBank’s September Home Buying Seminar details are as
follows:
Wednesday, September 20, 2017 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at
UniBank’s Hopkinton branch located at 87 West Main Street.
Seminar speakers include: Pam MacDougall, UniBank Mortgage
Consultant (NMLS #485225); John Savignano, Realtor, RE/MAX
Executive Realty; Thomas J. Wickstrom, Esq., Wickstrom Morse,
LLP; Rory Warren, Home Inspector, Warren Home Inspections; and
Paul Baker, Appraiser, Baker Appraisals. Contact UniBank’s Doris
Hamburger (NMLS #688954) at 508-435-0005 or
doris.hamburger@unibank.com to register.
Attendees will be entered for a chance to win a $100 gift card.
Sweepstakes to win gift card is subject to complete official
rules which are available at UniBank’s Hopkinton branch. To
enter, individuals must register and attend the seminar. No
purchase necessary to win.
All seminar attendees will receive a $250 mortgage closing cost
coupon from UniBank.
UniBank’s Free Home Buying Seminar series will be hosted
throughout 2017. The bank’s November seminar will take place at
UniBank’s Whitinsville branch located at 49 Church Street. Date
and details will be forthcoming. For up-to-date details, visit
www.unibank.com/ .
UniBank is rooted in the Blackstone Valley with assets of $1.6
billion as of June 30, 2017. A full-service, mutually owned
community bank, UniBank has branches in Central Massachusetts
and the MetroWest region of Massachusetts. UniBank will open its
newest full-service branch in the third quarter of 2017 in
Shrewsbury. UniBank is dedicated to contributing to the overall
quality of life and economic health of the communities it
serves, while maintaining a high level of financial soundness
and integrity. UniBank is an Equal Housing Lender and a member
of the FDIC and DIF. UniBank NMLS #583135. The company website
is www.unibank.com/
WANTED
AUGUST
24, 2017 -- The Massachusetts State Police and the Weymouth, Mass.,
Police are seeking CORNEL BELL, 46 (D.O.B. 3/17/71) for the Aug. 19,
2017 homicide of Michele Clarke.
Ms. Clarke, 33, who was found murdered in her Lake Street apartment,
was the suspect’s former girlfriend.
Today, Massachusetts State Police detectives developed intelligence
strongly suggesting that BELL was in the Coral Gables area. He is
known
to have ties to Miami.
BELL may be driving a stolen dark blue 2005 Ford pickup with
Massachusetts registration FF47BK.
BELL has a long history of violent crime and should be considered
armed and dangerous.
BELL has used the aliases Tony Smith, Mark Simmons, Cornel James,
Cornel Carara, Cavin Lebert, and Kerrol Florizel Bailey.
In addition to the warrant charging him with Ms. Clarke’s murder,
BELL — under different aliases — is the subject of two other
outstanding warrants in Massachusetts, one for assault with intent
to murder in 1997 and the other for armed robbery in 2002.
BELL possesses separate Massachusetts drivers’ licenses under three
aliases.
Anyone who believes they see BELL or the vehicle should not approach
but should call 911 immediately. Anyone with information on BELL or
his whereabouts is asked to call Massachusetts State Police Trooper
Yuri Bukhenik at 703-887-6207 or Weymouth Police Detective Sergeant
Robert Regan at 339-201-1324.
5th annual Live4Evan Run & Fun Fest
Saturday, Sept. 9, 9 am
EMC Park. 113 Hayden Rowe, Hopkinton
5k USATF certified course
3 mile Heart Healthy Walk
Challenge Course for Kids
Cornhole Tourney
August 24, 2017 -- Like
so many drivers before him, this driver did not give much thought to
the height restrictions under this railroad bridge on Route 85 on
the Southborough line , as the roof of the box
truck was peeled back like the cover of a sardine can, as seen in photos
above and below. And in the last of three photos, an apparent
express train blew through the station at about 70 mph without
stopping, while the rooftop photo was being taken.
State Police Investigate Fatal Crash In Reading
August 24, 2017 -- The driver under arrest in connection with this
morning’s fatal crash on Route 95 northbound near Exit 37 in Reading
is identified asLynn
E. Dewolfe, 50, of Tyngsborough. The Massachusetts State
Police determined that DEWOLFE was under the influence of narcotics
at the time of the crash.
DEWOLFE is charged with the following:
Operating under the influence of drugs;
Leaving the scene of a crash that caused personal injury and
death;
Negligent operation of motor vehicle; and
Marked lanes violation.
Preliminary investigation by MSP indicates that DEWOLFE, who was
operating a 2008 Saab 93 sedan, was driving erratically and for that
reason made contact with another vehicle, causing that vehicle to
collide with a motorcycle. The male operator of the motorcycle was
thrown from the bike and was transported by ambulance to Lahey
Clinic in Burlington, where he was pronounced deceased. His name is
not being released at this time.
DEWOLFE did not remain at the scene of the crash. She continued to
drive on Route 95 and was reportedly involved in more crashes with
other vehicles between Exits 38 and 42 before she stopped near Exit
42 and was taken into custody by a Wakefield Police officer and a
state trooper.
As of this time DEWOLFE remains in custody at the State Police
Barracks in Danvers. She is unlikely to be arraigned today.
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Guess Where?
August 25, 2017 -- Note the location of this sign and win $25. Send
to Editor@HopNews.com .
The Spoonery is located at One Lumber Street, in the rear. Choose to
sit inside or under the pergola outside among the beautiful
plantings.
ROADWORK
NOTICE
Asphalt paving work is scheduled for
Friday August 25 and Monday August 28 on Wood St from
Exchange St to Rocky Woods Rd. Work hours will be
approximately 7am-5pm.
Please expect delays and seek
alternate routes when possible.
Mike Mansir
Highway Manager
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No Injuries
August 24, 2017 -- Officers reported no injuries after responding to
a call that a tree fell onto a vehicle on Fruit Street, smashing its
windshield.
Family Stuff
Remnants
August 24, 2017 -- Tuesday's fire in Millbury that affected three
homes left one totally destroyed, the remnants of which are in a
pile in the left under a white cover
and an adjacent home that is left uninhabitable, and whose occupants
were detoured away from an escape through the front door because of
flames. The photo above was taken over a warped composite
street-side fence and shows the home next door and a thoroughly
blackened tree.
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Hopkinton Artist Shows Again
Hopkinton, MA - Hopkinton artist, Catherine Howe, is showcasing many
of her latest pastel paintings at Bittersweet Company--located at 28
Main Street, Hopkinton MA. Her works of art will be on display
until September 1st:
Sunday: 9:00am-3:00pm
Monday: closed
Tuesday - Friday: 7:30am-4:00pm
Saturday: 8:00am-4:00pm
Catherine Howe is currently an art instructor at the Hopkinton
Center for the Arts where she has recently discovered a talent and
passion for pastel painting. Among her favorite subjects to paint,
seascapes, swimmers and surfers, Catherine has found inspiration in
the nearby Cape Cod and North Shore.
What: “Make a Splash 2” pastel works of art created by Catherine
Howe
Where: Bittersweet Co., 28 Main Street, Hopkinton
When: On display until September 1st.
Open House & Registration
Patricia Brosnihan Dance Center, 77 West Main St Hopkinton is having
an Open House & Fall Registration today Wednesday, August 23
from 3-7 pmandtomorrow August 24
3-7 pm. Dance Essentials will be there for all your Dance
Attire needs.
Sherborn Man Found Safe
Tweet from Sherborn Police:
"ATTENTION: missing party (Alexander Barberio)
has been located and is ok. More info to follow.
Thank you to all who assisted."
EDITOR'S NOTE: Alexander Barberio of Sherborn
who was missing, was the subject of a search
near the upper beach at Hopkinton State Park on
Monday afternoon that involved manpower from
multiple agencies.
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Canine Perspective
Augst 23, 2017 -- Sally Drawe, right, takes a
selfie with Nancy Drawe during the partial
eclipse in Hopkinton on Monday.
Crescent Sun
August 22, 2017 -- Contributor John Collins
sends this photo of a waning eclipse from White
Pond in Concord.
August 21, 2017 -- Around
4:00 pm the district dive team was activated to
search for an individual believed to be missing
at the upper beach at Hopkinton State Park.
Above, divers gather near the lifeguard chair,
where a DANGER sign cautions, "Unguarded
Waterfront." Many assets responded as well, but
nothing has been released at this time
regarding the gender or age of the individual
thought to be in the water. The scanner just
sounded, 5:23 pm, that the "operation has been
terminated." We now await a return call from the
PIO (Public
Information Officer) the of the Ashland Fire
Department, Lt. David Iarussi.
UPDATE, RELATED TO SEARCH: Please be on the
lookout for Alex Barberio, a 20 year old white
male reported missing from his home in Sherborn
on Saturday 8/19. Last spotted at 1 pm Saturday
heading north on Oak St. in Ashland near the
I-90 overpass.
The 20-year old white male is 110 lbs and may
looker younger than his age. He was wearing a
long-sleeve light blue shirt, tan khakis, brown
shoes. He is 5’ 10”, brown hair, brown eyes,
wearing glasses. He was carrying a backpack.
He has cognitive problems from Lyme disease and
is likely weak or dehydrated, with no ID or
provisions. His parents believe he is on a
religious pilgrimage.
If seen please call 911 or the Sherborn Police
Department at 508-653-2424.
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Today's Total Solar Eclipse
August 21, 2017 -- Above,
today's partial eclipse from Downtown Hopkinton
as it wanes. The image was projected through a
camera lens projected, not onto a camera's film
plane, but onto white cardboard. Below, the full eclipse from SkyNews in Oregon.
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Real Estate Transactions for Hopkinton
New
Transactions from August 14, 2017 - August 21, 2017 Click on blue links to see Town's property card
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WHAT: A celebration of the senior citizens of
the 8thMiddlesex
District with a barbecue lunch, DJ, fun and
games and more!
WHO: Representative Dykema, Senator Jamie
Eldridge, Representative Danielle Gregoire,
Holliston Fire Chief Michael Cassidy, local
elected officials, and 200+ senior citizens of
Hopkinton, Holliston, Southborough and
Westborough.
WHY:Come
enjoy an afternoon of good fun with some great
people, learn about important issues to seniors
in our district, and get a chance to chat with
your State Representative.
WHEN:Monday, August 28th from
12 p.m. to 2 p.m.
WHERE: Camp Carol Pavilion,Hopkinton
YMCA located at 45 East Street in Hopkinton.There
is an access path from the Y parking lot to the
Camp Carol Pavilion which is under the trees
behind the Recreational Lodge.
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Legacy Farms South
August 21, 2017 -- Yesterday, this great blue
heron, spooked by the photographer, has its eye
on another corner of the former irrigation pond
at the bridge over the connecting stream, and
has a clear view of the photographer at the same
time. Its legs are not fully tucked, signaling
an imminent landing.
Tomorrow is Another Day
August 20, 2017 -- The Sullivan
brothers, Eric, left, and Kevin, didn't have any luck
late this afternoon, using bread, a hook and a stick --
old style -- at Bloods Pond as the lowering sun backlit
the leaves and accentuated their hair. However, tomorrow
is another day. Note that the rock mimics Kevin's shape.
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On the Hunt
August 20, 2017 -- This hawk with
perfect feathers that reveal its youth, has a red tail
that reveals its type, taken today during a photo
excursion to Oxford, as it flew over the horses below,
and apparently, the photographer. Then it dove into a
flock of barn swallows 1,000' away, hoping for just one
catch. It, too, ended up empty handed. But tomorrow is
another day, another photo excursion.
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Peaceful, Easy Feelin'
August 20, 2017 -- Someone owns
these horses, so unless they start galloping on their
own, there'll continue to be static shots of beautiful
animals with an outstanding vista in the background with
no interference from the photographer.
Sharing
August 20, 2017 -- This 1979
Cessna out of Bridgewater, Mass, also flew nearby, a few
hundred feet from the life and death struggle going on
between the swallows and the hawk. There is an F-number
lookup on www.FAA.gov
.
Jeffrey M. East, 50
Jeffrey M. East, 50, passed away
peacefully on August 18th, 2017 under the loving care of
his family from brain cancer. He is survived by his wife
Ethel (Izquierdo) East and their children, Raymond,
Victoria, and Elizabeth, of Millis, MA. Jeff was the
devoted son of Raymond and Karen (Holmes) East of
Shrewsbury, MA. He was the beloved brother of Debra
(East) Villani and her husband James and their children,
Heather, Danny, and Michael, of Hopkinton, MA. Jeff is
predeceased by his baby sister, Heather East. He leaves
many caring aunts, uncles, cousins and in-laws. Jeff
will be missed by numerous dear friends and many
respected colleagues.
Jeff was born on January 13, 1967 in Needham, MA. He was
a 1985 graduate of Xaverian Brothers High School in
Westwood, MA, where he participated on the golf team,
developed an interest in politics and government, and
most importantly, formed many treasured lifelong
friendships. Jeff graduated from Boston College in 1989
with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science. He
continued his post graduate studies in Business
Administration at Nichols College and Harvard
University. Jeff enthusiastically followed local and
national politics and participated in numerous political
campaigns. He also enjoyed reading and history.
Jeff was an accomplished corporate executive in the
healthcare management and consulting industry for 25
years. Jeff’s early career began within the
Massachusetts Department of Public Health. He proceeded
to serve as Vice President for the Northeast at Vizient
(VHA/Novation) and President and CEO of Masspro as well
as his own consulting firm, Health Innovation Group. His
expertise in health economics earned him numerous Board
of Director positions. His career brought him to many
places, and he enjoyed traveling.
Jeff’s most recent work included several entrepreneurial
ventures of which he was most proud. Jeff was EVP/COO at
Beyond Limits, a Caltech start-up artificial
intelligence (AI) and cognitive computing company. In
addition, he partnered as EVP at CureLab Oncology, a
biotech start-up cancer research company. Jeff’s work
also encompassed humanitarian efforts. He was an
Executive Producer at Rock Against Trafficking, a
non-profit corporation dedicated to ending human
trafficking through music and notable celebrities.
Jeff will be remembered as kindhearted, smart, loyal,
generous, and deeply committed to his faith. Jeff’s
greatest blessings and pride were his three children,
Raymond, Victoria, and Elizabeth.
Family members are welcome for a private visitation at
the P.E. Murray-F.J. Higgins George F. Doherty & Sons
Funeral Home, 2000 Centre Street, West Roxbury on
Thursday, August 24th, 2017 from 8:30-9:30am. Following
this, family and friends are kindly invited to attend a
Mass of Christian Burial which will be celebrated at
10:00am at St. Theresa of Avila Parish, 2078 Centre
Street, West Roxbury and the interment at St. Joseph
Cemetery, 990 LaGrange St. West Roxbury. In lieu of
flowers, please consider offering an act of kindness in
Jeff’s memory. His family wishes to extend their
heartfelt thanks to VNA Hospice Care.
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A letter to the Community from Chief of Police Edward
Lee
.Hopkinton is proud of our diverse population. Our main
mission is to keep our residents safe and apprehend
those that break the law.
I have been approached by members of the community
regarding the issue of hate, in light of the recent
events in the media. I want to make it perfectly clear
that the Hopkinton Police Department will not, and does
not, tolerate any type of hate crimes against any group
or individual whether pertaining to race, religion,
ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability or gender.
Through communication and training our officers have the
resources and the skills necessary to respond to any
situation in a compassionate and empathetic manner.
If you or someone you know is a victim of hate,
please call us at:
·
In an emergency call 911 ·
To remain anonymous use our Anonymous tip line (508)
497-9785 ·
Call the Chief’s Office at (508) 497-3401 ext 1228
NOTE: This letter originated on the HPD
facebook. HopNews file photo.
Green, Green, Grass
August 20, 2017 -- When asked how
the Hopkinton Common stays so green, landscaping expert
Scott Dryden of Scott's Landscaping said it is
fertilizer that Scott's Landscaping applies. To see some
of their landscaping features, such as stone walls,
patios and walkways, please check out
their website. Then give them a call to help
transform your dream into a reality.
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State Police Assist with Rally Protest Security and Arrests
August
19, 2017 -- As planned, Massachusetts State Police assisted Boston
Police with security operations at today’s “Free Speech” rally on
Boston Common and several counter-protests.
Numerous troopers from patrol, K9, and tactical units were deployed,
along with State Police public order platoons — troopers specially
trained in protest response and crowd control. The State Police Air
Wing provided overflight support and monitored the activity from
above.
The majority of demonstrators did not engage in criminal activity.
The “free speech” rally participants concluded their speeches at the
bandstand before the largest group of counter-protestors gathered on
the Common — a group estimated to number close to 15,000 who marched
from the Reggie Lewis Center in Roxbury to the corner of Charles and
Beacon streets.
A minority of counter-protestors who exhibited extreme hostility
were nonetheless allowed to express their views. Around 2 pmabout
200 counter-protestors, some with bullhorns, gathered behind the
State House screaming anti-police slurs and chants. Troopers and
local officers stood at a perimeter and prevented the group from
entering a restricted area behind the State House. After about 20
minutes of hostile shouting, and one arrest, the group dispersed.
Large scale protest activity was concluded by 3 pm. Smaller groups
continued to mill around the area of the Common the remainder of the
afternoon.
Approximately 16 other arrests, mostly for disorderly conduct, were
made in the area of Tremont Street. Troopers worked side by side
with Boston Police and assisted on those arrests, part of the larger
total of overall arrests made by BPD; all arrested persons were
booked by Boston Police.
August 19, 2017 -- Best wishes to Joe on his
new motor-tricycle.
Family Stuff
Pond Street Resident
August 19, 2017 -- This hawk on Pond Street
today smiled for one photo and then took off, showing off his enormous
wing span and red tail.
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Bee-Spaniel?
August 19, 2017 -- Is it the headline
writer's imagination, or does that bee's face look a little like a
cocker spaniel's face?
On the shore of Lake Whitehall, this afternoon.
Blackstone Gorge
August 19, 2017 -- An Excursion to Blackstone
earlier in the week yielded this photo of the falls at the
Blackstone River by the Blackstone Gorge.
Call
for Volunteers…
Polyarts is coming! The Friends of the
Hopkinton Public Library is looking for a few good bibliophiles.
We would appreciate volunteers to help us make our apple crisp
which will be available by the fountain on the common September
16th at Polyarts.
If
you are available on Friday the 15th 9:00 am to Noon please join
us at St. Paul’s Church kitchen for peeling, mixing baking and
fun. Do you need more information on how to help please contact
Beth -
BethM@westonnurseries.com .
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Beautiful, Spacious Skies, Rows and Rows of Corn
August 17, 2017 -- This is not Indiana, but
Sutton, Mass, passing by on the Central Turnpike earlier in the
week.
Let No Good Deed Go Unpunished
August 17, 2017 -- It
was a Three Dog Day at Hopkinton State Park this afternoon as
the photographer took a photo of a woman walking three dogs and
swatting gnats. The photographer asked if it was okay if HopNews
identified her in the photo, and she shortened the 10' distance
between him and her to take a look at the photo on the camera
screen.
"Are they
okay?" asked the photographer about the dogs as they drew near,
too.
"Yes," she
replied, as the dog in the middle snarled, lunged at me, and bit
my right arm.
"He
has issues," she said, explaining that he was from Jamaica and
spent most of his time in a kennel, and that is why I was
bitten.
Then,
the next dog, the one on the left, got close and I backed up
slowly. The woman said "He's okay," just before he snarled and
bared his teeth at me, ready to jump, as she yanked him away. I
guess he has issues, too. Poor thing.
"He
follows him," she said, the latter being the dog who had just
bitten me.
"These kinds of dogs form packs," I stated.
"I know," she said.
My issue is that the
un-socialized mutts were in public in the first place, and
especially with an individual
who did not have complete control, and who knows their social
group is a wild pack mentality.
These dogs are not "okay."
STATE HEALTH OFFICIALS ANNOUNCE FIRST
EEE-POSITIVE MOSQUITO OF THE SEASON Residents urged to take personal precautions
to avoid getting bitten
BOSTON (August
16, 2017)—The Massachusetts Department of Public
Health (DPH) today announced that Eastern Equine
Encephalitis (EEE) virus has been detected in a
mosquito in Massachusetts for the first time
this year. Testing was completed at the
Massachusetts State Public Health Laboratory.
The mosquito samples were collected on August 14
in the town of Westport in Bristol County. This
single finding does not indicate elevated risk
from
EEE at this time, but personal protection from
mosquitoes remains a high priority. Mosquito
trapping and testing will continue in the area
to monitor risk.
“We have been fortunate over the last several
years not to have much evidence of EEE activity.
The fact that we are just finding evidence of
EEE virus this late in the season indicates that
trend might continue,” said Deputy State
Epidemiologist Dr. Catherine Brown. “However,
there have been occasional human cases even
without much mosquito activity. Therefore, it
remains important for residents to take steps to
protect themselves against mosquito bites: use
insect repellant, cover up, and consider
reducing outdoor activities at dusk and after
nightfall when mosquitoes are at their most
active.”
There have been no human cases of EEE so far
this year. There were no cases of EEE acquired
by a Massachusetts resident in 2016.
EEE is a rare but serious and potentially fatal
disease that can affect people of all ages. EEE
is generally spread to humans through the bite
of an infected mosquito. People have an
important role to play in protecting themselves
and their loved ones from illnesses caused by
mosquitoes.
Avoid Mosquito Bites Apply Insect Repellent when Outdoors. Use
a repellent with DEET (N, N-diethyl-m-toluamide),
permethrin, picaridin (KBR 3023), oil of lemon
eucalyptus [p-methane 3, 8-diol (PMD)] or IR3535
according to the instructions on the product
label. DEET products should not be used on
infants under two months of age and should be
used in concentrations of 30% or less on older
children. Oil of lemon eucalyptus should not be
used on children under three years of age.
Be Aware of Peak Mosquito Hours. The
hours from dusk to dawn are peak biting times
for many mosquitoes. Consider rescheduling
outdoor activities that occur during evening or
early morning.
Clothing Can Help Reduce Mosquito Bites. Wearing
long-sleeves, long pants and socks when outdoors
will help keep mosquitoes away from your skin.
Mosquito-Proof Your Home Drain Standing Water. Mosquitoes lay
their eggs in standing water. Limit the number
of places around your home for mosquitoes to
breed by either draining or discarding items
that hold water. Check rain gutters and drains.
Empty any unused flowerpots and wading pools,
and change the water in birdbaths frequently.
Install or Repair Screens. Keep
mosquitoes outside by having tightly-fitting
screens on all of your windows and doors.
Protect Your Animals
Water troughs and buckets provide excellent
mosquito breeding habitats and should be flushed
out at least once a week during the summer
months to reduce mosquitoes near paddock areas.
Horse, llama and alpaca owners should keep
animals in indoor stalls at night to reduce
their risk of exposure to mosquitoes. Owners
should also speak with their veterinarian about
mosquito repellents approved for use in animals
and vaccinations to prevent WNV and EEE. If an
animal is suspected of having WNV or EEE, owners
are required to report to DAR, Division of
Animal Health by calling 617-626-1795 and to the
Department of Public Health (DPH) by calling
617-983-6800.
More information, including all WNV and EEE
positive results, can be found on the Arbovirus
Surveillance Information web page atwww.mass.gov/dph/mosquitoor
by calling the DPH Epidemiology Program at617-983-6800.
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Zoning
Advisory Committee Vacancies
The Planning Board is seeking residents
interested in serving on the Zoning Advisory Committee. The
Board is looking for residents who will be energized and
committed to addressing various zoning related topics in depth,
and committed to attending regular evening meetings generally
from September through February. The Planning Board is looking
forward to appointing a vital, creative and energetic Committee.
The work program for the Committee will be developed following a
Public Forum in the fall of 2017. Terms are for one year, and no
prior experience is necessary. Appointments will be made at the
Planning Board meeting on September 11, 2017.
Those interested should call, email or send a letter of interest
to Jennifer Burke, Principal Planner, at 508-497-9745,
jburke@hopkintonma.gov
, 18 Main St., Hopkinton, MA 01748 by September 4, 2017.
For more information, please call Jennifer Burke at
508-497-9745.
Developer will submit Conventional
Sub-division Plan
by Michael Karlis
Staff Writer
August 15, 2017 -- This
episode of the Chamberlain Street/ Whalen Road development saga came
to a close Monday evening in front of a packed meeting room, as the planning board voted to deny the special permit
Open Space plan that included two cul-de-sacs, each over 1,000 feet
long.
The
extensions running off of Chamberlain Street and Whalen Road
would be connected by an emergency access
road, only to be used by emergency vehicles. Thirty-two lots would
be built and 43 acres would be designated as open space; but the
Planning Board, according to a recent opinion by Town Counsel, does
not have the authority to grant such a waiver.
“If
he (Paul Mastroianni) submitted a plan,” chairmen John Ferrari said,
“that showed a totally through road, and conservation commission
approved the two wetland crossings, they (REC Hopkinton LLC) would
be permitted to build a through road,” Ferrari said.
But Mr. Mastroianni promised to submit a Conventional Plan that
includes open space as well as two cul-de-sacs connected only by
emergency access. Conventional
wisdom prevails that it would be approved under that type of plan.
Peggy Barton, a Sanctuary
Lane resident, did not want to see any new developments.
“Chamberlain
Street is designated as a scenic road,” declared Barton. “Doesn't
that give us any protection from development?”
Barton was advised that a
scenic road only prevents trees and stone walls from being removed
without planning board approval.
“Are
we voting on his submittal,” asked Kistner, who abstained from
voting due to having been on vacation, and missing at least one crucial meeting.
Planning Board members may vote on a matter as long as they review
the missed meeting on video, which Mr. Kistner had not done. The
number of meetings a member can miss and catch up on by watching the
video is limited to
.
“Well,”
David Paul said, “we can all assume that this plan isn't getting
passed anyways.”
Paul was reminded by Town
Planner Jennifer Burke that he could not make statements in that nature and that
the board was not voting on the actual construction of the plan but
to waive the violation of the two cul-de-sacs in close
proximity.
After much debate, the board
voted to deny the submittal, which paves the way for the submission
of a conventional plan, one in which the board can approve the long
cul-de-sacs by way of waiver.
Mr. Mastroianni assured the gathering
that he will submit a conventional plan that includes the
cul-de-sacs as well as open space and trails.
*NOTE: This article has been revised.
EDITOR'S NOTE: Mr. Mastroianni and abutter Gary Trendel
will appear on LIVE! on Main on September 8, 2017, live at 6:00 pm.
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Bridge Out
People using Fiske Mill Road to get to
Milford and Hopedale will be forced to use a detour through the
adjacent neighborhoods during construction.
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5th annual Live4Evan Run & Fun Fest
Saturday, Sept. 9, 9 am
EMC Park. 113 Hayden Rowe, Hopkinton
5k USATF certified course
3 mile Heart Healthy Walk
Challenge Course for Kids
Cornhole Tourney
August 14, 2017 -- A canopy of trees frames
the entrance to downtown as emergency personnel respond to an
elderly man in distress at his home on West Main Street hill
late this afternoon.
From Christopher
Besse, Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency
(MEMA) for hurricane season preparedness
FRAMINGHAM, MA – During hurricane season,
the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) is
reminding residents of steps they can take to protect their
homes and boats from the damaging winds, torrential rainfall,
and flooding that hurricanes or tropical storms can bring.
“There are many steps residents can take before a storm
threatens to make our homes and boats more storm resistant,”
said MEMA Director Kurt Schwartz. “Planning and pre-storm
preparation can reduce injuries and property damage from
tropical storms and hurricanes.”
Prepare Your Home for the Hazards of a Tropical Storm or
Hurricane.Damaging winds and flooding from hurricanes and
tropical storms can damage your home.
If your home is at risk of flooding during a tropical storm or
hurricane, make sure that your furnace, water heater, electric
panel and other mechanical components are high enough off the
floors to ensure that they are not damaged by flood waters.
· Clear clogged rain gutters to allow water to flow away
from your home.
· Elevate items stored in the basement to minimize damage
from basement flooding.
· If the basement or lower level of your property are
prone to flooding, buy and install sump pumps with back-up power
supplies. If you already have a sump pump, check regularly to
make sure it is functioning properly.
· Consider installing check valves in sewer traps to
prevent floodwater from backing up into the drains in your home.
· Remove dead or rotting trees and branches around your
home.
· If you don’t have storm shutters, make temporary
plywood covers for windows and glass doors and store them in a
readily accessible place.