Ruth
Lorraine Fecteau Holmes, lived her dash from
September 5, 1923 to August 4, 2020 as a daughter of Wilfred
Fecteau and Isabel DeWolf, wife of Robert Swasey Holmes, and
mother to Lorraine, affectionately known as “Muffet”, Holmes
Martorana. Ruth passed peacefully at the age of 96 in the
loving care of Hospice of the Valley in Gilbert, Arizona due to
COVID.
She was raised in the loving Fecteau family
in Hopkinton, MA. After high school, Ruth attended and graduated
Wilfred Academy of Cosmetology and worked under the watchful and
loving eyes of her Aunt Rose at Rose’s shop on Main Street in
Hopkinton.
Ruth married Robert on August 5,
1946. Initially they lived and worked in Hopkinton owning a dry
cleaners. Eventually, they moved and bought property and built
AAA Approved Midway Motel & Cottages in North Eastham on Cape
Cod. Their pride and joy.
Upon retiring, they relocated to Mesa,
Arizona and there they lived out their remaining years.
Throughout their lives they enjoyed traveling on land and sea,
N, S, E & W. Even after Robert’s passing in 2005, Ruth continued
to travel, her favorite mode of transportation by then, cruise
ships.
Ruth’s daughter respectfully requests
that you can remember Ruth by toasting to her with her favorite
beverage, chocolate milk.
A private burial will take place August 11,
2020 at Evergreen Cemetery, Hopkinton. Arrangements have been
entrusted to theCallanan
Cronin Funeral Home, Hopkinton.
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Old Glory
August 5, 2020 — Old Glory stands securely in
the wind as the bronze Doughboy carries his ticket home on his
shoulder, and Cookie's Corner, dedicated to Richard "Cookie" Kumlin,
awaits the new design for the "Tip of the Spear," so-called by
former Select Board member Claire Wright, describing it as part of
the monument.
Hopkinton Police Incident Log Dog heard something, fire in road, wires down
or
tree in road or related 27X, severe oil spill August 4, 2020 No arrests
Where's Waldo? August 5, 2020 — We can't find Waldo, but we
do see a sneaky bug at the top of the flower on the right taking a
peak at the beetle in the center of the flower on the left.
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What does a Travel Photographer Do During a Pandemic?
See Above
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Nasty Storm
August 4, 2020 — Some ferocious gusts tore
through the area this afternoon knocking down trees and power lines
all across town. Above, the West Main Street causeway was narrowed
to one lane after a tree fell against some power lines and blocked
the roadway. Below, an alert Ash Street neighbor heard the
splintering of a tree branch and noticed the separation. To avoid a
stronger gust finishing the job and dropping the tree onto the
evacuated home, he strapped {yellow) the pieces together until a
crew could come and take it down.
Hopkinton Police Incident Log Truck snags wire, dead possum in road,
unemployment fraud X 2, mailbox damaged,
mailbox missing,
August 4, 2020
No Arrests
State Public Health Officials
Announce Season’s First Human Case of EEE in the Commonwealth
Two communities now at critical risk for EEE
BOSTON(August
3, 2020) - The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) today
announced that laboratory testing confirmed the first human case of
Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) virus infection, a male under the
age of 18 who was exposed to EEE in Plymouth County. As a result,
the risk level in the two communities of Carver and Middleborough in
Plymouth County has been raised to critical.
In addition, Kingston, Plympton and Rochester are at high risk.
Bridgewater, Halifax, Lakeville, Plymouth, and Wareham in Plymouth
County, and Raynham and Taunton in Bristol County are now at
moderate risk.
DPH is working with the local health departments, the Massachusetts
Department of Agricultural Resources, and local Mosquito Control
Projects to coordinate surveillance and appropriate public health
response activities.
All residents are reminded to use mosquito repellent any time they
are outside, and those in high and critical risk communities are
advised to schedule their outdoor activity to avoid the dusk to dawn
hours to reduce exposure to the mosquitoes most likely to spread
EEE.
“EEE is rare, but it is a serious disease and public health concern,
and we remind residents of the need to protect themselves from
mosquito bites as EEE activity increases,” saidPublic
Health Commissioner Monica Bharel, MD, MPH. “The single best
prevention tool continues to be avoiding mosquito bites by using
repellent, wearing long sleeves and pants,weather
permitting, and avoiding outdoor activity between the hours of dusk
and dawn in the highest risk areas.”
EEE is a rare but potentially fatal disease that can affect people
of all ages. In Massachusetts there were 12 human cases of EEE in
2019 with 6 deaths.
EEE virus has been found in 29 mosquito
samples this year, including in species of mosquitoes capable of
spreading the virus to people.Information
about current mosquito activity will continue to be updated
regularly and can be found here.
People have an important role to play in protecting themselves and
their loved ones from illnesses caused by mosquitoes. DPH recommends
the preventive measures below.
Avoid Mosquito Bites
Apply Insect Repellent when Outdoors. Use
a repellent with an EPA-registered ingredient (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 in areas of high risk.
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 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
Animal owners should reduce potential mosquito breeding sites on
their property by eliminating standing water from containers such as
buckets, tires, and wading pools – especially after heavy rains.
Water troughs should be flushed out at least once a week during the
summer months to reduce mosquitoes near paddock areas. Horse owners
should keep horses in indoor stalls at night to reduce their risk of
exposure to mosquitoes. Owners should 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 DPH by calling
617-983-6800.
For the most up-to-date information on pesticide spraying locations,
visit the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources Aerial
Spraying Map https://massnrc.org/spray-map/
Information including all West Nile virus and EEE positive results
can be found on the Arbovirus Surveillance Informationweb
pageor by calling the DPH Epidemiology Program at
617-983-6800.
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Legacy Farms Payments Are Up to Speed
August 3, 2020 — Increased school
enrollments above the 266 student resident projections in the
original Host Community Agreement between the Town of Hopkinton
and the developer, Legacy Farms, brought the parties into
negotiations for further mitigation, triggering agreed changes
in the HCA. The additional payments to the town are $4,031,300
into the school department's stabilization fund, paid in an
agreed upon schedule.
Upon execution of the revised HCA, Legacy
Farms paid $831,300.
Then, before August 1, 2020, Legacy paid
$1,246,950.
The developer will pay $1,200,000 on or before June 30, 2021.
The next student related payment will be $753,050 on or before
December 31, 2021.
The developer paid $13,190 as further mitigation, and will by
June 30, 2021 pay $500,000 toward the design of a new public
safety facility.
An additional $120,000 toward increased demands on public
safety.
The revised HCA also states that the Developer has made payments
of $3,000,000 toward the Main Street Corridor Project, to be
dedicated to bike lanes and the undergrounding of utilities.
August 3 Coronavirus Update
Dear Neighbor,
As we move into August, many of our colleges and
universities will prepare to welcome back some or all
students on a limited basis. These returns have been
planned to keep students and staff as safe as possible,
while recognizing the importance of ensuring access to
high-quality public and private higher education.
Each college and university will be making its own
decisions about when and how to reopen as long as
Massachusetts remains in Phase 3 (Phase 2 allows for
some, more limited on-campus services and education). Statewide
guidance for reopening of higher education follows four
key principles:
Protect the health and safety of students,
faculty, staff and people in surrounding
communities.
Enable students to make meaningful
progress towards their educational goals.
Contribute to research and innovation.
Minimize adverse economic impact on
families, employees and the Massachusetts economy.
All colleges and universities in Massachusetts, public
and private, must work with local boards of health in
developing reopening plans, hygiene protocols, and virus
containment protocols. All institutions of higher
education in Massachusetts are subject not only tostatewide
workplace safety standards, but must also submit a
reopeningchecklist
and planto the Commonwealth. It is
also important to note that both students arriving on
campus from outside Massachusetts or another approved
"lower-risk" state and any family members traveling with
them are subject to the testing and quarantine
requirements in the statewidetravel
order. More information on reopening higher
education can be found onlinehere.
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up-to-the-minute updates and communications. Overall,
the state Dept.
of Public Health website is
the best source of accurate and up-to-date information
and contains a wide-range of information and a likely
source of answers to many of your questions.
While the State House is closed to the public,
my office continues to operate remotely. The
best way to reach me or my staff at this busy
time is via email at carolyn.dykema@mahouse.gov.
We are also available by phone if necessary at
617-722-2680.
Sincerely,
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Stretching a Moment
Photographic hobbyist Bob
Hatcher of Worcester shares this photo of his daughter throwing a
Frisbee full of sand at a recent wedding in North Smithfield Rhode
Island. Thanks to Bo Whalen for the heads up on this unique photo.
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Buster Knows August 2, 2020 Buster knows his name when you
call him, in this field in Sutton. He is a work horse whose partner
passed away, and so he was retired to this field. Looks like he put
on a few pounds!
Class of 2020 Gets Their Socially-distanced Commencement Please enjoy a few stills captured from the
HCAM live feed,
and the great job by their camera people. Choose a thumbnail to enlarge.
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Three's Company
Replay of Class of 2020 Vehicle Parade
Incident in Woodville August 1, 2020 — Police responded to the
Woodville Fire Station to investigate an incident involving people
in three passenger vehicles, when a fourth vehicle arrived with two
more passengers. We'll look for it in Monday's Log.
1970 Friends Forever August 1, 2020 — This morning, Gene Flannery
opened a page in his well kept scrapbook and brought this photo to
the memorial service for Kevin Kenney (In the wine-colored
long-sleeve shirt). We are waiting to hear what the occasion was; a
Junior Prom perhaps for the HHS Class of 1970? Any light on the
class size then?
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From HPD facebook
If this furry friend belongs to you, please call us. He was
wandering around Hayden Rowe at Chestnut this morning.
508-497-3401
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Spacious Interior and Patio Seating
Mask required until seated
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Leigh Walker Promoted to GRLA Marketing Manager
HOPKINTON, MA:GRLA
is proud to share that Leigh Walker has been promoted to Marketing
Manager. Leigh has been with GRLA since 2019. As Marketing Manager,
she is responsible for managing proposals, marketing/business
development strategy as well as managing the firm’s marketing
communications plan.
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SENATE PASSES GENOCIDE EDUCATION BILL
Establishes the Genocide Education Trust Fund to educate
students on the history of genocide.
(BOSTON–7/30/2020) The
Massachusetts State Senate on Thursday, July 30, 2020, passed An Act
concerning genocide education to educate middle and high school
students on the history of genocide and to promote the teaching of
human rights issues.
“To forge a more just future, our next generation must be educated
on the tragic history of the Holocaust and other instances of
genocide,” stated Senate President Karen E. Spilka (D-Ashland). “The
importance of this bill cannot be overstated, and I say this as a
Jewish woman and the daughter of a World War II veteran who helped
liberate the victims of Nazi concentration camps. I am very thankful
to Senators Rodrigues, Lewis and Creem for their advocacy on this
issue and my colleagues for their unanimous support.”
According to a 2018 article in the New York Times, 31% of Americans
and 41% of millennials believe 2 million Jews or fewer were murdered
in the Holocaust while 41% of Americans and 66% of millennials do
not know what Auschwitz is. This bill would establish a Genocide
Education Trust Fund to promote and educate middle and high school
students on the history of genocide. Funds in this trust would be
used to encourage the instruction of middle and high school students
on the history of genocide and ensure the development of curricular
materials, as well as to provide professional development training
to assist educators in the teaching of genocide.
“Students need to be educated about the causes of genocide if we are
to ensure that history is not repeated,” said Majority Leader
Senator Cynthia Stone Creem (D-Newton). “Learning about the paths
that various societies and cultures have taken—from bigotry and
hatred all the way to expulsion and genocide—will help future
generations avoid this tragedy.”
“We congratulate Senate President Spilka, Senate Ways and Means
Chair Rodrigues, and our partners in government for coming together
to ensure that students in our state will learn invaluable lessons
about the consequences of hate and bigotry, from the most painful
parts of our history,” said Aaron Agulnek, Director of Government
Affairs for the Jewish Community Relations Council. “We cannot
simply say ‘Never Again’ if we do not also commit to educating the
next generation by giving them the resources they need to recognize
and stand up to injustice before it takes root.”
"We appreciate the leadership of Senate President Spilka, Senate
Ways and Means Chair Rodrigues, and their legislative colleagues for
taking a critical step toward ensuring that Massachusetts public
school students receive Holocaust and genocide education prior to
high school graduation,” said Robert Trestan, ADL New England
Regional Director. “The need for Holocaust and genocide education in
K-12 schools could not be more urgent. Massachusetts now has an
opportunity to use the power of education to address hate through
this essential initiative for Holocaust and genocide education in
the Commonwealth.”
The bill requires each school district to annually file a
description of their lesson plan and programs related to genocide
education with the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
(DESE). The bill also establishes a competitive grant program that
schools and districts can apply to for additional programming
support.
An Act concerning genocide education now moves to the Massachusetts
House of Representatives for consideration.
Kenneth Wayne Chouinard, 84
Kenneth
Wayne Chouinard, 84 of Ashland passed away Mon July
27thafter a period of declining health.
He was the son of the late Louis and Ruth (Lougee) Chouinard and
husband of 48 years to Theresa (Krivicich) Chouinard. Growing
up in Hopkinton, Ken eventually moved to Ashland and was a
contractor and carpenter in the area for many years until his
retirement. Beloved by his clients and subs, he prized the personal
connections created through his work, as well as the craft itself.
He was generous with his expertise in his community; helping with
several projects in the Town of Ashland including the construction
of Kids Spot Playground. Ken was dedicated to the happiness
and support of his family, particularly his wife Theresa.
Together they enjoyed travel and in particular road trips, locally
in New England and Canada, and as far away as Las Vegas. Adventures
and stories ensued.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by eight children,
Christopher Chouinard & wife Yun Joo Kang of Mill Valley, CA, Sharon
Chouinard of Haverill, MA, Sandra Knott of Ashland, Kenneth
Chouinard & wife Kara Wojnarowski of Norton, MA, Linda Paquette of
Framingham, Paul Lentoni & wife Paula of Ashland, and Phillip
Lentoni of Framingham. Three brothers, Phillip, Richard, and Herbert
“Ricky” Chouinard; two sisters, Thelma Pageau and Phyllis Smith;
seven grandchildren, Alexander, Benjamin, Calissa, Emma, Michael,
Olive, and Violet; plus many nieces and nephews. He was the
father of the late Michelle Chouinard who died in 2008.
Funeral services are private at this time. A memorial Mass
will be celebrated at a later date. Donations in Ken’s name
may be made to St. Patrick’s Manor, 863 Central St. Framingham, MA
01701
Important water supply update
Water
levels at the Hopkinton reservoir and ground water levels at our
town wells have reached action trigger levels. Due to these low
levels, we are cutting back on our pumping capacity and we lost the
use of two wells at the Ashland treatment plant. We are now at
nearly a 5” rain deficit for the year. We are required to revise the
water use restriction to prohibit All Outdoor Use except watering of
flowers, gardens and shrubs by handheld means or by drip irrigation
before 9AM and after 5PM and that which is necessary for the
following: for Health or Safety reasons; for the production of food
and fiber; for the maintenance of livestock; or to meet core
functions of a business.
We continue to receive very little rain to help recharge our
aquifers and the long-term forecasts call for above average
temperatures and below normal precipitation through the summer. It
is IMPERATIVE that everyone complies with these restrictions and
turn off all lawn sprinklers immediately. This is necessary to
ensure a safe and adequate supply for our daily essential needs and
for firefighting capabilities. These restrictions only pertain to
users of the municipal water system; however, we encourage those
with private wells to use water just as judiciously, to avoid your
well going dry. We need everyone’s strict adherence and cooperation
in this important matter to sustain the town water supply through
these persistent drought conditions. Please note that if conditions
continue to worsen, a ban on all outdoor water use may have to be
enacted.
Updates will be provided, as necessary, through the town’s web
website,www.hopkintonma.gov,
local newspapers, and H-CAM TV. For instantaneous updates please go
towww.hopkintonma.gov/home/about/followand
select water and sewer notices and follow us on our Twitter feed @hopkintonwater.
We thank you for your cooperation with this important matter.
Information will also be posted on the water use restriction signs
located throughout town in the following locations:
1. Main St. @ traffic lights
2. West Main @ Wood St. West Bound
3. Wood St. @ Westboro Line East Bound
4. Pond & Spring Intersection
5. South & West Main Intersection West Bound
6. West Main @ Pleasant East Bound
7. West Main @ School West Bound
8. Ash @ Park South Bound
9. Hayden Rowe @ Tennis Courts South Bound
10. Hayden Rowe @ Chestnut North Bound
11. East Main St. @ TJ’S West Bound
Eric J. Carty
Water-Sewer Manager
Hopkinton Water-Sewer Dept.
PO Box 171
Hopkinton, MA 01748
International Students at HHS?
Yes, international students are coming to study at HHS this fall and
Host Families are needed for two boys. Educatius Group has a full
year Swiss student who will be a junior, well traveled,
multilingual, likes economics and history, a soccer player & skier.
And, a senior Italian boy, who will be here for the first semester,
a skier and basketball player who attends a scientific high school
and is also interested in literature, philosophy and art. Tuition
from these students supports extra teaching staff including the
Mandarin teachers. Please call or email the local coordinator Ann
Northup at 508-480-8513,ann.northup@gmail.comfor
more information.
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Woodville in Bloom
July 30, 2020 —These day lilies in Woodville
are bursting with life with its blended colors feathered in a way
that begs for an artist's brush.
Summer Breeze July 30, 2020 — Lake Whitehall is a
popular destination for people hunting fish, even on a breezy summer day.
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State
public health officials raise risk level for EEE to high in two
southeastern communities
Residents urged to protect themselves from mosquitoes
BOSTON (July 29, 2019)
- The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) today
announced that the risk level for eastern equine encephalitis (EEE)
virus in the communities of Carver and Middleborough in southeastern
Massachusetts has been increased from moderate to high.
This risk level increase follows additional
EEE positive mosquito samples. EEE virus has been found in 16
mosquito samples this year. No human or animal cases of EEE have
been detected so far this year.
“The mosquito surveillance results indicate
that the virus activity has increased in one area in southeastern
Massachusetts,” said Public Health Commissioner Monica Bharel, MD,
MPH. “We want people to be aware that the EEE virus is present in
mosquitoes in the area and are encouraging residents to take steps
to avoid mosquito bites.”
DPH is working with the local communities,
local Mosquito Control Projects, and other mosquito control experts
to coordinate surveillance and discuss appropriate public health
response activities.
The EEE virus also has been confirmed this
year in tested mosquito samples in Franklin County, which increased
the risk level of EEE to moderate in the communities of Orange,
Athol, Wendell and New Salem. The town of Plympton in Plymouth
County is also at moderate risk for EEE.
Information about current mosquito activity
will continue to be updated regularly and can be found here.
There were 12 human cases of EEE in
Massachusetts in 2019.
“We always take EEE very seriously,” said DPH
State Epidemiologist Dr. Catherine Brown. “It is important for
residents to know that in communities at high risk for EEE, we
encourage use of mosquito repellent and scheduling outdoor events to
avoid the hours between dusk and dawn when mosquitoes most likely to
spread EEE are most active.”
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 an EPA-registered ingredient (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 in areas of high risk.
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
Animal owners should reduce potential mosquito breeding sites on
their property by eliminating standing water from containers such as
buckets, tires, and wading pools – especially after heavy rains.
Water troughs 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 owners should keep
horses 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 West Nile virus and EEE positive
results, can be found on the Arbovirus Surveillance Information web
page or by calling the DPH Epidemiology Program at 617-983-6800.
Kevin
M. Kenney, 68
HOPKINTON - Kevin M. Kenney, 68, died
Tuesday, July 28, 2020 at Milford Regional Medical Center after
a long illness. Born in Framingham, he was the son of the late
Thomas and Ruth (MacMillian) Kenney.
Kevin was a 1970 graduate of Hopkinton High School. He was owner
and operator of Central Cleaners in Milford for over 20 years.
He was an avid Red Sox fan and loved his dogs Tukka and Fenway.
He enjoyed frequent trips to Cape Cod.
He leaves his son Jeffrey Kenney of Hopkinton and his brothers
Thomas Kenney of Wayland and Jack and wife Terri Kenney of
Hopkinton. He also leaves his fiancée Monica Coyne and many
nieces and nephews.
The family wishes to extend their thanks to the staff of the
ICU/PCU at Milford Regional Medical Center for the compassionate
care they provided to Kevin.
Family and friends are invited to gather Saturday, August 1,
2020 from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. at the Callanan Cronin Funeral
Home, 34 Church Street. A brief funeral service will be held at
11:00 a.m. Due to current conditions, face coverings are
required and social distancing guidelines will be followed.
Donations may be made to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, 450
Brookline Ave, Boston, MA 02215.
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U.S. News & World Report Names
Milford Regional Medical Center a
High Performing Hospital
MILFORD -
Milford Regional Medical Center has been recognized as a High
Performing Hospital for 2020-21 by U.S. News & World Report.
The annual Procedures & Conditions
ratings, now in their 6th
year, are designed to assist patients and their doctors in making
informed decisions about where to receive care for common conditions
and elective procedures. These ratings extend the U.S. News mission
of providing consumers with patient decision support beyond the Best
Hospitals rankings, which are geared toward complex specialty care.
Milford Regional earned a “High
Performing” ratings for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
and heart failure, in recognition of care that was significantly
better than the national average, as measured by factors such as
patient outcomes. “High Performing” is the highest rating U.S. News
awards for those types of care.
“Milford Regional is proud to be among the nation’s select hospitals
recognized for high performance,” says Edward J. Kelly, president &
CEO of Milford Regional Medical Center. “This is a tribute to
everyone at Milford Regional who continually strive to not only
meet, but exceed the quality goals set before them. I want to
congratulate them for this achievement knowing that our team at
Milford Regional is already looking forward to further enhancements
on the programs and services we now have in place.”
For the 2020-21 ratings, U.S. News evaluated more than 4,500 medical
centers nationwide in 10 procedures and conditions. Fewer than a
third of all hospitals received any high-performing rating, and only
37 earned this rating in all 10 Procedures & Conditions. The state
and metro area rankings recognize hospitals that received high
performing ratings across multiple areas of care.
“For more than 30 years, U.S. News
& World Report has been helping patients, along with the help of
their physicians, identify the Best Hospitals in an array of
specialties, procedures and conditions,” said Ben Harder, managing
editor and chief of health analysis at U.S. News. “The hospitals
that rise to the top of our rankings and ratings have deep medical
expertise, and each has built a track record of delivering good
outcomes for patients.”
Roadwork is scheduled to begin on Palomino Dr, Clydesdale Rd &
Claflin St Thursday July 30. Work hours will be approximately 7a-5p.
Additionally work continues on Wedgewood Dr and the contractor will
begin placing the binder course of Asphalt on Thursday July 30 &
Friday July 31. A detour will be in place during paving operations.
The detour will consist of using Greenwood Rd to Overlook Dr to
Cedar St Ext.
Please expect delays and seek alternate routes when possible.
Hopkinton Police Incident Log Tree on wires,
frequent speeding on Spring Street,
operator struck manhole cover, fraud,
loose dog, loose skunk, more...
July 28, 2020
Existing Arrests
The Little Railroad That Could and Did July 28, 2020 — To switch certain tracks on
its property in Upton, the Grafton Upton Railroad, which has become,
in the ten years since Jon Delli Priscoli purchased it, quite a
hub of materials transfer, must cross Hartford Ave South, as in
this view down the tracks from Glen Ave. In 2010, cub reporter
Austin Falcione and media veteran Andrew Sweeney put together a
HopNews feature
interview
with principals at the site.
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Fools Diamonds July 28, 2020 — At first glance, the shiny,
sparkly substance appeared to be diamonds, but upon closer
inspection, the substance was thick and gooey, more like pine pitch,
at the Hopkinton Reservoir Dam inside Hopkinton State Park today. It
was at the base of a pine tree.
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Laurie Joanne Bilodeau, 32
Laurie
Joanne Bilodeau, 32, of Maynard, formerly of
Westborough, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 23, 2020 with
loving family by her side after a courageous battle against cancer.
Born in Framingham, she is the daughter of Thomas A. and Maryanne
(Pratt) Bilodeau of Westborough. In addition to her parents, she is
survived by her sister, Kelly Marie Bilodeau; her nephew Aiden David
Bilodeau, who she adored; and many aunts, uncles, cousins and close
friends. She was raised and educated in Westborough and was a 2006
graduate of Westborough High School. She also attended and graduated
from St. Leo University in Florida with a MBA - Concentration in
Marketing, where she was a sister and president of Gamma Upsilon
Sorority.
Laurie was an Administrative Manager for the Neurology Foundation
and Sleep Center at Boston Children’s Hospital. Laurie was known
across the hospital as a kind, selfless, and talented leader who
always put her colleagues, patients and families first. Laurie was
the recent recipient of the Boston Children’s Hospital “Bravo! in
Excellence” award in January 2020, noting her accomplishments and
contributions to the hospital’s mission.
Laurie’s motto was “living the dream”. She lived each day to
the fullest. She was one of a kind and lit up every room she walked
into, as she brought life and sparkle to everything. Laurie, also
known as “Auntie RaRa”, loved the ocean, painting, crafting, and
entertaining her friends and family at her home in Maynard. She was
known for her quick wit, sassy personality, infectious laugh,
beautiful smile, punny humor, giving heart, and her love for life.
The world lost a beautiful soul and she will be dearly missed by
all.
Her funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, July 30, at 10:30
A.M. in St. Luke the Evangelist Church, 70 West Main St.,
Westborough. Burial will follow in St. Luke’s Cemetery.
Calling hours are Wednesday, July 29, from 4 to 7 P.M at the
Pickering & Son UPTON FUNERAL HOME, 45 Main St., Upton.
Facial coverings and social distancing required.
In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Boston
Children’s Hospital, Neurology Foundation, 300 Longwood Avenue,
Fegan 11, Boston, MA 02115 or to St. Jude Children’s Research
Hospital, 501 St. Jude Pl., Memphis, TN 38105-9959 or at stjude.org/memorial.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE CALLING HOURS WILL TAKE PLACE AT OUR UPTON
FUNERAL HOME.
HOPKINTON - Kevin M. Kenney, 68,
died Tuesday, July 28, 2020 in Milford. Funeral arrangements,
entrusted to theCallanan
Cronin Funeral Home,
are incomplete at this time.
Hopkinton Police Incident Log Naked couple walking dog, fox overextends
welcome, evicted individual asks for advice, son taking drugs,
pigeon sitting in yard...
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July 28, 2020 — The Canada geese were keeping their distance this
afternoon at the Hopkinton State Park Main Beach, but appeared ready
for something.
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Join
us this summer for FREE Saturday Evening Jazz Concerts at the
HCA Amphitheater. Our Jazz line up includes:
August 1: Stoney’s Wicked Din
August 8: Metrowest Jazz Project
August 15: Nate Aronow
August 22: The Johnny Horner Trio
Audience members should follow all social distancing guidelines
established by the state. Bring blankets and chairs.
Food and drink allowed.
In case of rain the concert the will be cancelled.
All updates will be posted on facebook and the HCA website by
5:30 the night of the concert.
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JULY
31, 2020 6:30 - 8:00 PM
Come sit on the patio on a warm summer night and listen to great
music! This series is FREE however donations are welcome. We are
trying to support local artists and get together safely to enjoy
great music at the same time!
Made up of the best college musicians in New England, Slightly
Tooned is a 3-5 piece band rooted in jazz that explores jazz, funk,
and RnB music. Slightly Tooned is led by saxophonist Nick Beltramini,
who at the age of 18 has already performed and toured with some of
the most prestigious jazz bands in the country including the 2018
All-National Jazz Band, traveling to Florida to perform with the
group. Nick has shattered many records in his award winning high
school music program by winning the highest music award, the Louis
Armstrong Award, 3 of his 4 years of high school. Now attending
Oberlin Conservatory, Nick hopes to take his saxophone playing and
musicianship to the next level.Click
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Preserved in Pixels
July 27, 2020 — These people-friendly, colorful insect eaters do not
suffer the grotesque fate of butterflies, which are caught in a net,
suffocated and mounted for viewing by humans who collect them. The
dragonfly loses its color upon death, and so is not a good candidate
for casual collectors.
Norma
Hazen Nordstrom passed into Eternal Life on Sunday,
July 26, 2020, after a year-long battle with cancer. Born in Newton
on December 14,1931, she was the daughter of the late Mabel
(Wildman) and Lloyd Hazen. She is predeceased by her loving husband,
Paul of 65 years who passed away in March 2020.
Norma was a retired elementary school teacher of 30 years in
Hopkinton. Norma enjoyed her family and friends. She was an avid
reader who passed her love of books on to her students. She enjoyed
baking, card making, dancing with her beloved husband, and knitting
afghans for family members, prayer shawls for those needing comfort,
and newborn baby hats donated to area hospital nurseries. In their
retirement, she and her husband travelled in their RV to every state
in the U.S. She was a member of The First United Methodist Church Of
Westborough, Massachusetts Retired Teachers Association, and a past
member of The Red Hat Society in FL.
Norma is survived by three children, Deborah (Kevin) of Upton,
Edward (Diane) of Framingham, and Eric (Michelle) of Millbury. She
also leaves behind her sister, Dorothy (Eugene) Bartlett of
Bellingham; seven grandchildren, Erin Haberman (Andrew), Christopher
Nordstrom (Stephanie), Kevin Linehan (Jennifer), Julianne Francis
(David), Gregory Nordstrom, Michael Nordstrom, and Erica Nordstrom;
seven great-grandchildren, Avery, William, Emerson, Samuel, Ethan,
Everett and Margaret. She is predeceased by sisters Sylvia
Hitchings, Charlotte (Joseph) Marquedant, and brothers Donald (Mary
Antoinette) and David Hazen, and many nieces and nephews.
Social distancing visitation will be held on Friday, July 31st from
4 to 6 p.m. at the Chesmore Funeral Home, 57 Hayden Rowe Street,
Hopkinton.
www.ChesmoreFuneralHome.com Facial coverings must be worn
and social distancing must be adhered to. A funeral service will be
held at Evergreen Cemetery on Wood Street, Woodville on Saturday,
August 1st at 10 a.m. In the event of inclement weather, please
check the Chesmore website for a rain date. Due to Covid-19, a
memorial luncheon will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers,
donations in Norma’s name can be directed to The Multiple Sclerosis
Society 101A 1st Ave, Waltham, MA 02451or Parkinson’s Association,
72 East Concord Street, Room C3 Boston, MA 02118.
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Hopkinton Police Incident Logs Man standing on caller's property, Jeep on
fire,
injured deer,
man acting strangely - ambulance called,
bat in the yard, bird in the chimney,
pop-up car show dispersed,
Most cities take this as an opportunity to recognize their
most standout police officers, city officials, and
neighborhood watch leaders. It's a great chance to shine a
light on the city's continuing commitment to public safety,
and residents have been notably appreciative for the
positive, non-coronavirus news.
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Hopkinton Farmers' Market
July 26, 2020 — Smart clothes shoppers
always shop a season ahead before the best styles and most popular
sizes are sold out. Above a patron of the Hopkinton Farmers' Market
peruses the wool/fleece hats and garments made from the fibers of
the alpaca. Choose a thumbnail below to enlarge that photo.
Below, Manager of the market, Laura Davis, and husband Donald
Sutherland speak with vendors from Auntie Dalie's Artisan Air-Dried
Pasta during today's market on Hopkinton Common where the booths
were spaced very socially-distant and masks were worn.
Lake Whitehall Today
July 26, 2020 —Thanks to Jeff Peters for sharing this beautiful
sunset in a view from the Lake Whitehall Dam this evening.
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Sutton Man Arrested for Illegally Possessing a Firearm in
Worcester
July 26, 2020 — Early this morning, at approximately 1:36 a.m.,
Trooper Eric Hayes, a recent graduate of the 85th Recruit
Training Troop, and Field Training Officer, Trooper Rafael
Cazares were on patrol of Main Street in the city of Worcester,
when they stopped a 2004 Volvo for a motor vehicle violation.
After a brief investigation, a passenger of the vehicle,
identified as DANIEL MCGREEVEY, 27, of Sutton, was found to have
an active arrest warrant from Uxbridge District Court from a
previous incident, and also found to be in possession of
Suboxone, which is a controlled Class B drug, as well as a
loaded .32 caliber Davis Industries firearm with a defaced
serial number. MCGREEVEY is not licensed to carry a firearm or
ammunition.
MCGREEVEY was placed under arrest and brought to the State
Police Holden Barracks for booking.
MCGREEVEY was charged with the following:
1.
Possession of a firearm without FID card;
2.
Possession of ammunition without FID card;
3.
Carrying loaded firearm;
4.
Receiving firearm with defaced number;
5.
Possession of Class B drug; and
6.
Warrant.
MCGREEVEY was held on $2540 bail pending arraignment in
Worcester District Court.
Janet M. Rooney
Medfield
- Rooney, Janet M.
(Larkin) died Friday, July 24, 2020 after a three-week illness. Born
September 8, 1927 in Norwood MA to the late Albert and Agnes Larkin.
She was the sister of the late Robert (Shirley), Allan and Richard
Larkin all of Medfield, and the sister-in-law of Joan Larkin. She is
survived by her loving and dedicated children, Linda (George)
Armstrong of So. Dennis, Allan (Patricia) Rooney of Danvers,
Janet (Paul) LeDuc of Hopkinton and her daughter-in-law
Cecile Rooney of New Milford, CT. She was predeceased by her son
Robert M. Rooney who died in 1992. She also leaves 9 grandchildren;
Nathan and Luke Devine, Christopher, Patrick and Kathleen Rooney,
Erin and Daniel Clark and Colleen and Kevin Rooney and 4
great-grandchildren, Jacoby and Whitney Rooney and Charlotte and
Logan Devine, as well as many nieces and nephews whom she loved
dearly.
Janet was educated in
Medfield Public Schools and was voted Miss Personality, Class of
1946. She went on to study at the Stratford Secretarial School in
Boston and also studied at The New England Conservatory of Music.
Janet was an avid singer and sang for many weddings in Medfield
throughout the years.
Janet married Robert
Rooney in September of 1948 and settled in Danvers where she raised
her four children. Anyone who really knew Janet knew that her claim
to fame was that she sang for the soon-to-be President John F.
Kennedy in 1960. She was a member of the North Shore Players, The
Catholic Daughters and The Couple’s Club. She was very involved with
her children as a Cub Scout Den Mother and a Brownie Leader and
loved her time working as a playground monitor at the Portables and
Danversport School. Janet’s home was always welcoming and was the
house to feel comfortable in and a place for the neighborhood
children to gather.
Visiting hours will be held on Saturday, August 1st,
2020 from 10 - 11:30 a.m. at the Roberts Mitchell Caruso Funeral
Home, 15 Miller Street, Medfield, MA with a Funeral service to
follow at 11:30, followed by a Christian burial at Vine Lake
Cemetery, Medfield.
July 25, 2020 4:00 pm
Outdoor Concert at Hopkinton Center for the Arts
This year has been different than all the rest! We are kicking off
our summer concert later this year and doing it socially distantly
but we are celebrating summer and the HCA none the less! Join us for
the final event of our week long fundraiser in support of the HCA.
The Mike Payette Band features the great vocal and bass talents of
Michael Payette, who will be performing music ranging from a cool,
unplugged, coffee house atmosphere, to a full dance band experience.
Joining Mike and the band will be the vocal powerhouse Cecilia
Colucci. We are fortunate to have Mike, his band, and Cecilia with
us to perform an outdoor concert from the parking lot! As you arrive
you will be assigned a socially distant parking spot where you can
set up a blanket, chairs and picnic basket to enjoy a family evening
of music and fun. Each car load will receive a swag bag of goodies,
we will have raffle items available and the ice cream truck will
stop by. Hope to see you there!
Thank you
to our Summer Concert Sponsors UNIBANK &:
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Senior Babe Ruth July 24, 2020 — Baseball players warming up
ahead of today's game against Medway. The bleachers were closed and
fans had to remain outside of the field's fence at the turf field.
Better Safe than Sorry July 24, 2020 — A day care on Hayden Rowe
Street was evacuated due to a fire alarm sounding. It was a false
alarm. And to use a cliché that rivals the one in the
headline, may we say, "All's well that ends well."
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Watchable Wildlife July 24, 2020 —This grasshopper was one of
the few of the watchable wildlife seen at Hopkinton State Park
today, which got close enough to have its photo taken.
Jaqueline Marie Bowker, 55
Jaqueline
Marie Bowker, 55, of Taunton, MA, formerly of
Hopkinton passed away unexpectedly July 16, 2020. Daughter of
the late Francis X “Jerry” and Sarah Riordan Bowker of Hopkinton,
"Jackson" was the cherished first sister of Julie Bowker (Ho-ping
Wei) of Portland, OR; beloved older sister of Kelley Bowker of South
Boston; devoted life partner of Paul Pineo of Taunton.
Survived also by her maternal aunts Antoiniette Newhoff and Susan
Reynolds, plus dozens of really cool cousins who appreciated her dry
wit and engaging personality. She further leaves the most
remarkable community of ICU nurses from Pawtucket Memorial Hospital,
where she worked energetically and expertly for 30 years.
Jackie's childhood plan and life calling was nursing. She
graduated with a BSN from University of Massachusetts in 1987.
Prior to, and outside of hospital environs, her myriad pursuits
were a gleaming reflection of her intelligent and curious nature.
She studied watercolor as a teenager with Nancy Bailey, shot hoops
at Hopkinton High, and for 8 long years, muddled through and
jazzed-up a classical repertoire on the piano with Constance Hehn.
She took second place in the annual science fair, and answered the
phone and cooked suppers at St. John's rectory. She loved
learning French and at 16 dashed around Europe with the Foreign
Exchange Club. All that under her belt, she stashed her
passport, and pursued cooking and gardening with experimentation and
flair.
She was a fine and caring neighbor. She collected antiques,
rode horses and raised hens. As she was industrious and
generous, so was she frugal: coaxing her old Toyota, clearing brush,
operating her own wood chipper and using a clothes line. She
stoked a wood stove and prioritized the restoration of her 19th c.
barn. She loved fairs, frilly frocks, flower shows, historic homes
and visits to the MFA. Above all, she loved her dogs.
Her brother-in-law says, "She was the most humorous person I've ever
met."
Interment will be at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery in Stoughton, A
mass and gathering to celebrate Jackie's Wonderful Life will take
place at a date to be determined. Gifts in her honor to theFramingham
Heart Study,MS
SocietyorMSPCA-Angell.
"That best portion of a good person's life, their little nameless
unremembered acts of kindness and love." (William Wordworth)
July 24, 2020 — An old saying — some say its
source is in native folklore — is, Big Rain, Little Rain; Little
Rain Big Rain. What it means is that when it begins raining and the
drops are large (big rain), the rain will not last long (little
rain). And when the drops start out small (little rain), the rain
will last a long time (big rain). At the beginning of yesterday's
rain, brought in by the dark clouds above, the drops were the size
of bumblebees. And the short duration proved the adage true.
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Hopkinton Police Incident Logs Unlicensed, uninsured motorcycle,
car vs. tree on Hayward Street,
boat patrol on Lake Maspenock,
boat patrol on Lake Whitehall, pandemic fraud,
stolen bench, beaucoup property checks
July 23, 2020
MassDOT
will have a survey crew
from Nitsch Engineering on site today, July 24, to begin the
survey control recovery. They will not have any impacts on the
traffic. They will be on the roadway shoulders/sidewalk.
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Maureen E. Ferguson, 72
Maureen
E. Ferguson, 72, of Holliston, died on Tuesday, July
21, 2020 after a prolonged illness. Born in Boston, she was the
daughter of the late Cornelius P. and Mary E. (Linehan) O’Brien.
Maureen graduated from Brighton High School and Boston City College
and ultimately earned her Master’s of Arts degree in English from
the University of Michigan. After university, she became an English
teacher and she taught her love of the written word to children in
Waltham and in Hopkinton for over 35 years. Maureen was a fierce and
passionate educator, known for her fiery style and wit. She retired
to her home on Cape Cod in 2009.
She was the loving mother to Ryan and his wife, Tanya Ferguson, and
an adoring nana to her two grandchildren, Andrew (9) and Elise (7).
Above all else, Maureen loved her family. She cherished family time
playing card games, making ice cream sundaes, and having cookouts on
the deck of her home in Falmouth. She is survived and mourned by
several cousins and friends whom she considered to be her closest
family.
Interment will be held privately. A mass in Maureen’s name will be
said at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, August 28th at St. Mary’s Church of
Holliston. In lieu of flowers donations in her memory may be made to
the National Kidney Foundation at
http://www.kidney.org/support
. Arrangements are under the care of the Chesmore Funeral Home of
Holliston.
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Hopkinton Police Incident Log On School Street stolen, vandalized sign,
Unemployment fraud, water leak on Clinton St. ...
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Art @ A
Distance: Celebrating the Arts at the HCA | A Week-Long Fundraising
Event
July 23, 2020 6-8:00 pm
Enjoy a replay of the last concert directed by Richard Romiti,
filmed by our friends at HCAM TV. You can watch this replay of the
Treblemaker's spring 2019 concert on the HCA's YouTube Channel from
the comfort of your own home!
In this concert our adult chorus celebrates America. You'll enjoy
songs such as What A Wonderful World, The Star Spangled Banner, God
Bless the USA and a medley of songs honoring our armed forces.
Reserve your ticket for FREE or with any denomination of a donation.
Thank you for supporting the Treblemakers and our week long
fundraiser "Art @ a Distance"!
Mike Tarara
at mazi Tonight, July 23, 2020 7-10:00 pm
At mazi on Saturday July 25 Bill Doucette 7-10 pm
At Bill's Pizzeria on Saturday, July 25 Back Pages 6-9:00 pm
Parks and Rec, Sandy Beach and more...
by Robert Falcione
July 22, 2020 - (Select Board Cont.) The
Select Board, following the positive appointments of over two
dozen positions with the town, discussed a "Call to Action"
brought forward by resident Ilana Casady at a previous meeting.
The first
item insisted that the Select Board, in keeping with the town's
preamble, support "Black Lives Matter" [sic]. Select Board member Brian Herr noted that
he personally supports the concept, but that the town cannot
endorse any political party or movement. And as for defunding,
"I absolutely would not go there at all," he said.
"Black lives
matter" has become a rallying cry for those actively seeking
racial justice, and its mantra is painted on signs at their
rallies. However the capitalization of the phrase, as in the
call to action, defines a proper noun, which is a real
organization that has called for the defunding of police, and
has a real website to promote that purpose.
A July 6 statement on the group's webpage begins, "We
know that police don’t keep us safe..."
Mr. Herr continued, saying that Ilana did
a wonderful job articulating her message, but there's one point
he cannot support.
"The
Hopkinton Police Department has done a fabulous job in the 20
years I've lived in town."
"I
also think that its important as a community, we have these
discussion in public meetings, with public discussions, and not
worrying what is going to be said on facebook, because these
issues are going to be hotly contested and discussed, because
there's a lot of passion around them for good reason. Facebook
in my view is just horrific for these kinds of discussions.
"I've seen where it's actually driven people out of our
community that we would want to stay in our community to help us
learn what it's like to be in other people's shoes," Mr. Herr
said.
Another agenda item brought up the move of Parks and Recreation
Department from 85 Main Street to 6 Walcott Street, where the
Town owns property that was originally purchased by Town Meeting
for Town Hall Parking, but COVID-19 came along and has shuttered
Town Hall to foot traffic for the time being.
Jay Guelfi, Parks and Recreation Director was on the agenda to
discuss Sandy Beach issues. Among them were complications that
have arisen due to its increased use. Mr. Guelfi proposed
increasing fines for out-of-towners parking in the lot. Chair
Brendan Tedstone recommended a $300 fine, but they settled on
increasing the fine to $150.
The Select Board approved Host Community Agreement with A to Z
Laboratories, a marijuana testing lab at 100 South Street.
Main Street Corridor Project Bid Process
Underway
HOPKINTON, MA (July 22, 2020) -
Hopkinton’s Main Street Corridor Improvement Project has now entered
the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) bid
process.
“We are proud of the efforts by the Town’s
project team that have brought the project to its next phase where
it will be managed by MassDOT from bidding through construction,”
said Town Manager Norman Khumalo. “On the town side, we will
continue to advocate for the will of the Town Meeting that approved
the project.”
The bid process began with the
advertisement of the project by MassDOT on June 27, 2020. From
there, VHB, the Town’s Design Consultant, will be working closely
over the next month or so with the Town and MassDOT to coordinate
all of the next steps in the bid process.
A tentative date for the bid opening,
where proposals submitted to MassDOT by contractors will be
reviewed, is currently scheduled for August 11, 2020. Once the bid
process is complete, MassDOT will award the project so construction
can be scheduled and a construction start date will be announced.
A press release will be sent out by the
Town to announce the selected contractor and the proposed start
date. At this time construction is anticipated to begin in the
Spring of 2021. For more information about the Main Street Corridor
Project,
visit the project website here.
Margaret Agnes Nichols (nee Lynch), 81,
of Bradenton, FL, went to meet the Lord on Sunday, July 19, 2020,
while in Hospice care. She had suffered many years with Lupus and
COPD. Margaret was born on April 20, 1939 in Brooklyn, NY to Mary
and Cornelius Lynch.
She is survived by her son Kevin Riess (Cheryl), grandsons Kevin,
Brian (Maadiah), and Scott (Lauren), three great granddaughters and
one great grandson. Also survived by siblings Mary Bodnar of SC, C.
Pat Lynch of MA, Helen LoTruglio (Joseph) of CA, and many, many
nephews and nieces. Twice widowed, she was predeceased by husband
Eugene Riess (1961), and husband Buddy Nichols (2007).
Also predeceased by her infant daughter, son Eugene, parents Mary &
Cornelius, sister Katie and brother John. She left NY in the
mid-sixties and spent many years in Hopkinton, MA, before moving to
FL and then SC. She worked many years as a supervisor in accounting
departments for trucking companies in MA and FL before retiring. She
volunteered for the Sheriff’s Department in FL and SC. She was
Treasurer of Bocce and Bowling clubs in Sun City. While living in SC
she was a member of Our Lady of Grace RC Church. Margaret was always
very proud of her Irish heritage and was a member of Ladies Ancient
Oder of Hibernians. Due to the Covid-19 virus, a Celebration of
Margaret’s life will be held at a later date.
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Hopkinton Police Incident Log Comet watchers in road, skunk stuck in window
well,
iphone stolen, landscaping equipment stolen,
July 21, 2020
John Coutinho Appointed Board of Appeals Full
Member by Select Board 3-2
Another ZOOM meeting...
July 22, 2020 — Breaking with tradition last evening, the Select
Board voted 3-2 to appoint John Coutinho a Full Member of the
Hopkinton Board of Appeals. Most individuals appointed as Full
Members serve as Associate Members first.
In addition to Mr. Coutinho putting his name in the hat, current
BOA Associate Member Ria McNamara also requested appointment as
a Full Member, making it a two-way contest.
Select Board member Amy Ritterbusch, who recently defeated Mr.
Coutinho for the seat she now occupies on the Select Board,
recommended Ms. McNamara, attesting to have worked with her
successfully on the Design Review Board and the Zoning Advisory
Committee.
Select Board member
Mary Jo LaFreniere also suggested Ms. McNamara be appointed,
calling it "fair."
However, the motion on the table to appoint John Coutinho was
passed 3-2, with Ms. Ritterbusch and Ms. LaFreniere voting in
the negative.
Soon, Ms. Ritterbusch herself came up for appointment to the
Historic District Commission, which she now chairs.
"I am struggling with the ability of someone serving on both,"
said Select Board member Brian Herr, referring to the addition
of her recently elected position on the Select Board.
"I think its going to be problematic," he said.
Ms. Ritterbusch said that stepping down [from Historic] would
make her "really sad."
"What do you think is in the best interests of the town, Amy? It
doesn't matter how you feel," said Mr. Herr.
"I think it would be in the best interests if I served a
little longer and eased the transition into a new chair,
Today, Governor Charlie Baker and Lt. Governor Karyn Polito will
join Secretary of Health and Human Services Marylou Sudders,
Secretary of Energy and Environmental Affairs Kathleen Theoharides
and MEMA Director Samantha Phillips to tour The Salvation Army in
Lynn and make an announcement relative to food security.
Neowise
July 22, 2020 — Above, local astronomer Morrie Gasser captured
Comet Neowise as the earth's spin brought it closer to the
horizon last night. The 20-second exposure on the tripod-mounted
camera causes the starlight to appear more oval than round, as
the tripod remains steady, but the earth spins. The sun's
relative position can be determined by drawing a perpendicular
through the center of the comet leading through the side
opposite the tail. The tail always appears on the side opposite
the sun, no matter in what direction a comet is traveling.
From Chatham July 22, 2020 — Photographer John Collins
sends this photo of the sky from Chatham showing Saturn
on the left and Jupiter on the right. Ditto as above on the
oval stars. Over the ocean and away from industry and dense
population offers less light pollution than the previous photo.
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Baker-Polito Administration Extends Moratorium on Evictions and
Foreclosures to October 17
BOSTON—
Today, Governor Charlie Bakerextended
the pause on evictions and foreclosures for 60 days,
until October 17, 2020, through the authority granted to the
governor by Chapter 65 of the Acts of 2020, An Act providing for
a moratorium on evictions and foreclosures during the COVID-19
Emergency, which was signed into law on April 20, 2020. This
law’s limitations on evictions and foreclosures have allowed many
tenants and homeowners impacted by COVID-19 to remain in their homes
during the state of emergency, and this extension provides residents
of the Commonwealth with continued housing security as businesses
cautiously re-open, more people return to work, and the state
collectively moves toward a “new normal.” The moratorium was set to
expire on August 18, 2020.
Tenants are strongly encouraged to continue to pay rent, and
homeowners to make their mortgage payments, to the extent they are
able. To assist low-income households in making rent and mortgage
payments, as well as support landlords needing these rent payments
to pay expenses, theBaker-Polito
Administration launched a new $20 million, statewide fund, the
Emergency Rental and Mortgage Assistance (ERMA) program, on July
1st.
This
funding complements the $18 million currently available through the
Residential Assistance for Families in Transition (RAFT) homeless
prevention program, which can also be used for rent or mortgage
payments. In each program, landlords or mortgage lenders receive
payments directly from the RAFT administering agencies.
During
this 60 day extension, the Administration will consult with the
court administrators and other stakeholders regarding programs and
policies to help tenants avoid eviction when proceedings resume.
The
law suspends most residential and small business commercial
evictions, as well as residential foreclosures. It does not relieve
tenants or homeowners of their obligation to pay rent or make
mortgage payments. The law also:
Prevents landlords from sending
notifications to residential tenants that threaten eviction or
terminating of a lease;
Limits court actions on
non-essential evictions;
Relieves tenants, both residents
and small commercial, from late fees and negative credit
reporting;
Allows landlords to use “last
month’s rent” to pay for certain expenses, though not as a
replacement rent payment, and only with proper notification of
tenant;
Requires lenders to grant a
forbearance for up to 180 days if a homeowner experiencing
financial hardship due to COVID-19 submits such a request; and
Allows for alternative payment
agreements between lenders and borrowers regarding forbearance
payments.
Since the beginning of
the State of Emergency, the Administration has supported housing
stability for households across the Commonwealth. The Executive
Office of Housing and Economic Development (EOHED) has drafted
emergency regulations to implement the notice provisions of the
eviction and foreclosure moratoriums.
The Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) supported
our state-aided public housing and affordable housing operators with
guidance, and worked with stakeholders across the state to
coordinate resources. Additional resources and information can be
found on DHCD’s COVID-19
Resource Page.
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Interesting July 21, 2020 — It appears the same great
blue heron as yesterday at Ice House Pond has not moved since then.
Is it stuck in a crevasse? It's beak is open, but it is making no
sound. Is it swallowing food? Its wings are lowered and cupped
toward the sun. Is it drying them? A dragonfly is hanging on to a
stalk of grass. Are they eyeballing each other?
Hopkinton Police Incident Log Operator & occupant found with marijuana in
system,
ex-husband will not stop contacting,
driveway vandalized w/yellow paint,
contents of delivered package missing,
July 20, 2020
No Arrests
Out of the Mud July 20, 2020 — It's difficult to believe,
but this turtle at Bloods Pond today looks like it just crawled out
of the mud for the first time this year. The whirling whorls in the
water compete with the turtle for attention in this photo.
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Congratulations are in Order July 20, 2020 — This couple and their
wedding party stopped at the Hopkinton Common for photos. Above, the
photographer and posing assistant have them hamming it up with the
Claflin Fountain as their backdrop.
Ice House Pond July 20, 2020 — This pond has been a
favorite for great blue herons for at least a couple of decades. The
birds that come now are not as easily spooked as the ones the we
first saw arrive.
REMINDER
The repair of the Cedar Street water main trench begins today
(July 16, 2020) and will last for approximately three weeks. You
may wish to seek alternate routes while the construction is
ongoing.
The work will occur Monday through Friday, from 7:00 am through
5:00 pm.
We apologize for any inconvenience and we appreciate your
patience and support while this necessary work takes place.John
Westerling, DPW Director.
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The Final Frontier July 20, 2020 — This most recently installed
flag on the Veterans Memorial Gazebo on Hopkinton Common caught the
eye of jogger John Sherffius this morning. The triangular shape in
the center looks like a de-abstraction of the abstraction on the
Star Trek
Next Generation Communicator badge worn by all Starfleet
Officers.
Katrina Hope Yip, 47
Katrina
Hope Yip, 47, of Hopkinton, passed away after a 15
year war with leukemia. Born in Kittery, Maine, she was the daughter
of Judith Anne (Hosmer) Lincoln of Hopkinton and Peter Souther
Lincoln of Florence, MA. She was the beloved wife of 14 years to
Tyler Joseph Yip of Hopkinton.
With tremendous empathy for all living creatures, Katrina had a
particular soft spot for senior rescue pets, and is preceded by cats
Narnia, Nora, Nikki, Whitley, Xander, and Sirius, and guinea pigs
Squealie, Mal, Lennie, Pigwidgeon, Neville, Vesper, Henry, Artie,
Monroe, Linus, and Miles.
Besides her husband, Katrina leaves behind her four year old twins,
Annika and Owen, cats Zoe, Charlie, and Spike, Guinea Pigs Lupin,
Puff, and Pumpkin Pie, her parents, three aunts, two uncles, and her
grandmother. Raised in Pelham, Massachusetts, Katrina graduated from
Amherst Pelham Regional High School in 1990 and went on to earn a
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science from Smith College leading to
a 25 year career in IT.
Private family arrangements are being made and are under the care of
the Chesmore Funeral Home of Hopkinton,
www.ChesmoreFuneralHome.com/ In lieu of flowers, donations
in Katrina’s memory may be made to MSPCA at Nevins Farm, 400
Broadway, Methuen, MA 01844 (
www.mspca.org/ ) or to Project Just Because, 109 South St.
Hopkinton, MA 01748 (
www.projectjustbecause.org/ ).
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Hopkinton Police Incident Log Someone following individual home, fire on
the island,
former employer allegedly assaults individual, overdue motorist,
ding dong ditch, excess speed in "no wake" zone,
past B&E, unwanted party damaging property,
blue Lamborghini traveling at 100 mph down Wood Street,
white [sic} turkey in backyard looking sick...
July 17, 18, 19, 2020 No Arrests
Peaceful, Easy Feelin' July 19, 2020 — Town Clerk Connor Degan and
fiancée Julia Kurys enjoy peace and a picnic on the Hopkinton Common
on Saturday.
Fly Eaters
July 2020 — These Muscovy Ducks like to hang around at the
Butcher Shop on Ash and eat flies, if they can find any, which
is why visitors never see any.
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At the Ready
July 19, 2020 — This
sculpture of George V. Brown on Hopkinton Common, framed by
surrounding trees in position to let light in, faces the Start
Line of the Boston Marathon as he actually did in his life, when
he was the Starter for the foot race from 1905 to 1937. The
statue, sculpted by Hopkinton resident Michael Alfano, was
commissioned by the then Hopkinton Athletic Association, now the
26.2 Foundation.
Hopkinton Center for the Arts
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Please Tell Your Parents
by
Robert Falcione
July 19, 2020 — Well,
it was last Friday afternoon that I drove up Hayden Rowe Street
northbound after enjoying a lobster roll at 229 Hayden Rowe
Street, south of the intersection with Chestnut.
On Fathers
Day I wrote a tribute to my father — regular readers likely
remember — where I gave a lesson he taught me as a teen credit
for saving someone's life or injury just a few short years ago.
It was the "bouncing ball" story, one that was featured on
vehicle inspection stickers in one year of my youth.
"Watch for
the bouncing ball - a child is sure to follow," read the
sticker. It was my father's lesson to me even before that, when
one day a ball rolled onto the street from an unseen source, and
my father jammed on the brakes, leaving me stunned by wonder. A
running child followed the ball onto the street, my father's
actions then making sense to the unlicensed teen in the front
seat.
Years after my father passed, I saw a child
disappear behind a parked van after running toward the street. I
jammed on the brakes and she ran into my stopped vehicle. Her
mother was nearby, and so I was able to let her know what
happened.
A
similar thing happened on Friday, but I did not get the chance
to tell his parents.
It is
difficult for a longtime resident or business person not to
notice the new markings on Hayden Rowe and the lights at
Chestnut Street. The new residents likely don't know that they
were inspired by the 2013 death of a 13 year-old Hopkinton
Middle School student Shane Desrochers, who was struck on his
bicycle on his way home by a vehicle driven by a 17 year-old
female that afternoon and killed. Was it really 7 years ago?
It was one day later that the law governing
juvenile vs. adult crime jurisdiction was signed into law,
changing the age from 17 to 18, making the details of the
incident, and the charges if any, a matter for juvenile court,
and therefore private.
It
would be difficult to have been in Hopkinton and not remember
that tragic day while driving through the new markings on the
street that squeeze drivers into narrow lanes. Shane lost his
life further down the road, but his spirit lives on in the hard
work that the town did in making that stretch of road safer.
On
Friday, as I passed EMC Park and entered the school zone, I saw
three teen boys on bicycles on the sidewalk to my right, heading
in the same direction as I. It is a 20 mph zone. I was doing 20,
but not for long.
There
is a lead photographer out there who I need to pause and thank.
She taught me to anticipate people's next move, which is like
the first commandment of photographing sports or other moving
subjects.
Thinking of all the possibilities, I knew what my move would be
if one of those possibilities unfolded, and there it was. One of
the teens did a 90 degree lean to the left and into the street
without even looking, and broadside in front of my little Honda,
which could have killed him if I had been a distracted or
speeding driver. Or even just an inexperienced driver!
I jammed on my brakes and leaned on my horn as the boy lived to
tell about it, and he scooted down the road to Hopkins School.
There were two other boys riding bicycles with him.
I
plead with them here to tell their parents what happened so his
parents give him a proper talking to. Perhaps he needs to study
some rules of bicycling.
There
are plenty of inexperienced drivers out there who would have
struck that boy broadside, and might have killed him.
Please tell your parents so they can warn his. It could save his
life.
Please.
Eleanor (Cantwell) Morgan, 86
On
Friday July 17, 2020, Eleanor (Cantwell) Morgan, 86,
of Marshfield, formerly of Waltham, died peacefully in her home
after an extended illness surrounded by loved ones, earning her
guardian angel wings and joining beloved husband Donald and son
Edward “Eddie”. Eleanor, born September 3, 1933, in Boston,
Massachusetts, was preceded in death by parents Albert and Eleanor
(Fitzgerald) Cantwell, older brothers James and William,
daughter-in-law Monica, and several family and friends.
Eleanor is survived by her remaining 3 sons, Richard of Weymouth,
William & Anne of Hopkinton, and James of Marshfield; 5
grandchildren, William & Nancy Morgan, Elizabeth & Michael Ashley,
Caroline Morgan, Annie Morgan, and Kathleen Morgan; 4
great-grandchildren Luke Ashley, Claire Ashley, Monica Morgan,
Cameron Ashley, and many cherished relatives and friends.
Raised in Brighton, Massachusetts, Eleanor graduated from Mission
High in 1951 and began working at Western Electric in Watertown. It
was through there that she was introduced to Donald, the love of her
life, on a double date with a close coworker friend. They married in
1955 and eventually settled in Waltham to raise their 4 sons and be
a guiding influence to Donald’s younger siblings. A devoted wife and
mother, Eleanor focused on creating a loving and welcoming home
until later rejoining the workforce. Starting as a temp, she quickly
progressed through several positions as her employers realized her
capabilities and ultimately promoted her to Director of Lab Supplies
at Brandies University where she stayed until her retirement in
1997. After Donald’s passing, Eleanor made her final relocation and
home in Marshfield, MA where many treasured family memories had been
created while summering through the years.
Eleanor lived a full life and found enjoyment in many things,
including: exploring with Donald, entertaining (especially Christmas
Eve in Waltham and Summers in Marshfield), getaways with friends,
Florida Winters, reading, cross-stitch, crossword & jigsaw puzzles,
politics, Keno, lunch & shopping with niece Jean, afternoon Coors
Light, ice cream sundaes, Ghirardelli, quality time with
grandchildren, and most recently face timing with
great-grandchildren. The testament to how Eleanor’s warm,
straightforward manner touched people was obvious by the extension
of people that remained friends and actively kept in touch through
the years and she will be greatly missed.
Extended family and friends may briefly call at
Costello Funeral Home, 177 Washington St, Winchester, MA 01890
on Thursday, July 23, 2020 from 4-8PM. A private Catholic mass will
be held at St. Mary’s Church 155 Washington St, Winchester, MA 01890
followed by a private burial at Mt. Feake Cemetery Waltham, MA.
MASKS MUST BE WORN AND SOCIAL DISTANCING OBSERVED. Memorial
donations may be made in Eleanor’s name to Cranberry Hospice 36
Cordage Park Circle, suite 326, Plymouth, MA 02360.
Check out a minute each of Bill at Bill's Pizzeria, and Dan at Mazi
Click on composite photo below July 19, 2020 — From last evening.
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Cornhole Tournament Canceled
The 5th Annual,
socially-distanced, LMPA Cornhole Tournament for 2020 scheduled
to be held on
August 1st is cancelled. Thank you to the teams that
registered and to the volunteers and host houses for their work
in creating a format with safety in mind for both all
participants and volunteers. We all hope that by next summer
one of our favorite and most popular events of the year will
bring us all together again to celebrate our community and
compete again in fun around the lake as in years past.
Thank you for your understanding,
The Executive Board of the LMPA
DEATH NOTICE: Jacqueline M. Bowker, 55,
formerly of Hopkinton, died unexpectedly Thursday, July 16 at her
home in Taunton. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the
Callanan
Cronin Funeral Home and they are incomplete at this time.
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11am to 5pm (Saturday, July 18)
at Weston Nurseries Join us at Weston Nurseries Garden Center for
a lobster extravaganza with Cousins Maine Lobster! They'll have
their full menu of lobster rolls, lobster tots, lobster quesadillas
and lobster tacos. YUM!! Come on by from 11am to 5pm (Saturday, July
18) and get your lobster party on!! See you Saturday! Psssst!!
They're coming back all summer (dates to be announced) for those of
you who cant come by tomorrow.
Art @ a Distance
Click Image for Message from Kelly Grill of the
HCA
REMINDER: Claflin Hill Summer Winds Concert Online Saturday
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Hopkinton Police Incident Logs Garage door opened without activation,
counselor turned in marijuana.
neighbor dispute, lost phone,
vehicles racing...
July 16, 2020
Roadwork Notice Roadwork is scheduled to begin on Wedgewood Dr
Tuesday July 21st. Work hours will be approximately 7a-5p. During
the duration of the project a detour may need to be implemented
periodically. The detour will consist of using Greenwood Rd to
Overlook Dr to Cedar St Ext. Please expect delays and seek alternate
routes when possible.
Bicycle Built for Four July 16, 2020 — Mr. Schweller said there was
still room for his 10 year-old in the front of the coach, today on
Hopkinton Common with his 17 month-old and 4 year-old.
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Stop and Go... But Mostly Stop! July 16, 2020 — Littleton back to Hopkinton
is not always a crawl, but today, Google Maps kept telling me, from
Berlin, to get off of the highway (495 South) and take a different
Route. The photo is one reason why this writer got off at Route 9
West and meandered over to Saddle Hill Road to get to Downtown
Hopkinton. That tractor-trailer and cruiser were stopped in the
center lane of 495 Southbound. And from the exit ramp, another
backup could be seen further down 495, where an Air Wing chopper
hovered in place on the way up earlier..
Smoke, Odor July 16, 2020 — But no fire! Bad detector to
blame.
The
repair of the Cedar Street water main trench begins today and
will last for approximately three weeks. You may wish to seek
alternate routes while the construction is ongoing.
The work will occur Monday through Friday, from 7:00 am through
5:00 pm.
We apologize for any inconvenience and we appreciate your
patience and support while this necessary work takes place.
John Westerling, DPW Director.
Today, June 16,
2020, Governor
Charlie Baker and Lt. Governor Karyn Polito will joinSecretary of
Health and Human Services Marylou Sudders to provide an update on
Coronavirus at noon.A
live stream will be availablehere.
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Share Your Dream Now with Jeanette Thomson
Hopkinton Police Incident Log Beaver in a cage, bee holes, erratic
operation, ID theft,
suspicious white male, vehicle flying through the lot...
July 15, 2020 Existing Arrest
Mark Your Calendars
First Responder Lunch July 15, 2020 — Former Select Board Member
John Coutinho invited first responders to a free appreciation lunch
this afternoon at a home he is renovating on Grove Street, and they
came.
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Committee of Two
July 15, 2020 — Former Board of Selectmen Chair Eric Sonnett
awaits his partner in this endeavor, Ken Weismantel, at the
Claflin Fountain on Hopkinton Common this morning. Mr.
Weismantel is a former Planning Board Chair. They enjoy calling
themselves The Fountain Boys.
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Last of the Bunch
July 15, 2020 — With the COVID-19 keeping
people indoors in March, following the springtime of nesting great
blue heron families, seemed like a good idea. Above is the last nest
with birds in it, young and old, it appears. Hopefully, they will be
gone soon to fly away to the next chapters of their solitary lives.
Life Imitates Sport? July 15, 2020 — We think the mushroom came
first.
Middlesex Sheriff’s Office urges residents
to be alert for scams, fraud
MEDFORD,
Mass. – Middlesex Sheriff Peter J. Koutoujian is reminding residents
to be alert for scams and fraud targeting people across the country,
including newly emerging scams related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Over the past several weeks, the Federal Bureau of Investigation
(FBI), Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the U.S. Department of
Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Inspector General have all
issued warnings regarding COVID-related scams.
According to the FBI, they have seen an uptick in fraudulent
unemployment claims in which scammers are using stolen identities to
impersonate victims. If you think you have been the victim of
identity theft related to such a claim, the FBI is encouraging you
to contact “law enforcement, state unemployment insurance agencies,
the IRS, credit bureaus, and your employer’s human resources
department.”
The IRS is also warning taxpayers to be alert for “tax fraud and
other related financial scams related to COVID-19.” The IRS’
Criminal Investigation division has reported scams relative to
Economic Impact Payments (EIP), as well as the selling of fake
at-home test kits, vaccines and advice on unproven treatments for
COVID-19, according to a release issued last month.
In an effort to help members of the public protect themselves, HHS’s
OIG has created a video focusing on five things people should know
to protect themselves against COVID-19 health care fraud. Among
other steps, HHS is encouraging people to be cautious about
unsolicited requests for personal information like Social Security
numbers.
Additionally, Sheriff Koutoujian is urging residents to be alert for
non-COVID related scams including arrest scams in which callers pose
as members of law enforcement. In these scams, callers often
threaten arrest for things such as failure to perform jury duty,
failure to pay taxes or Social Security-related fraud, and attempt
to either extract money or personal information which they can later
use to commit other crimes.
“It’s important for all residents to be aware of this type of
fraud,” said Sheriff Koutoujian. “The criminals who carry out these
scams target residents of all ages and economic backgrounds.”
Hopkinton Police Incident Logs Tree cut down and frogs stabbed, tow truck
misses mark, mailbox and flower bed taken out,
youths using dead end street for partying (twice)
July 14, 2020 Existing arrest
Your Parenting Toolbox: Fostering Language and Literacy in the Early
Years
Register now for Fay School's parenting webinar to learn how to help
your child develop literacy skills and get ready for reading. The
webinar will be presented four times this summer: Wed., July 22 at
1:00 and 8:30 PM and Wed., August 12 at 1:00 and 8:30 PM. Visit www.fayschool.org/literacywebinar
to register and to learn more.
Approval
Voted
July 14, 2020 - The Select Board voted unanimously to affirm the
Town Manager's appointment of Benjamin Sweeney as Senior Accounting
Manager/Town Accountant this evening during its short (ZOOM)
meeting.
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Volunteers Welcome
The LMPA Executive Board continues to
work closely with Hopkinton Parks & Recreation on issues related
to Sandy Beach and boat ramp. A few recent examples include
allowing Hopkinton residents only this summer which has helped
limit the number of visitors and meet the requirements of the
state during the COVID pandemic. New, easy to understand signage
has also been added. We will keep you posted on any additional
improvements to Sandy Beach and the boat ramp.
The Boat Ramp and Beach Ambassador
program which consists of LMPA adult volunteers assisting at the
boat ramp during the weekend and the beach after hours,
respectively, has been very helpful. As previously communicated,
the volume at the beach and ramp this year is exceptionally high
and having adults assist the younger gate guards has proven
invaluable in managing the traffic.
We plan to continue this program
indefinitely and would encourage lake residents to donate time
to assist. Please contact Matt Demarzo atmdemarzo@verizon.netwith
your preferred time:
Thank you to everyone who has
volunteered and in advance to those of you considering doing
so. Community involvement is so important!
The Executives and Officers of the
LMPA
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White Metal Day Collection
resumes operations on Saturday July 25, 2020
Please Observe the Following:
1. Wait in your vehicle until your turn.
2.Face coverings must be worn.
3.Social Distancing of 6 ft is required.
4.White Metal Collection is the last Saturday of each month.
5.Hours of collection are 7a-3p.
6.No After hours illegal dumping. Police take notice.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Hopkinton Police Incident Logs Car into a pole, bat on porch, fireworks
aimed at caller's house,
large group smoking pot at main beach, red jet ski speeding
Bursting Into Life July 12, 2020 — This beautiful garden is on
Main Street. Do you have one, or know of one, that compares? Send a photo to
Editor@HopNews.com , and
let's see it. The near 90º angle of the fence, which is on two
streets, was taken with a 17mm lens in order to attain the full
image.
Expecting to Fly
July 12, 2020 — The adult repeatedly opened
its wings to demonstrate what it wants the offspring to do. There is
only one other nest with birds in it at the heronry we have been
following this year. The red-wing blackbirds have already left.
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Diver July 12, 2020 — This cormorant, a diving
bird, shook the water from its wings and took to flight on Blood's
Pond this afternoon. We believe it showed up elsewhere shortly
thereafter.
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Essentials July 12, 2020 — Food and water and the
Hopkinton Common today (Don't drink the water).
Summertime July 12, 2020 — On Pond Street at Lake
Whitehall.
It's Back July 12, 2020 — Could it be the same
cormorant that took off from Blood's Pond earlier?
If so, it knows the photographer's vehicle by now, on Pout Rock this
afternoon. Truth be told, we had to remove digitally a
bit of scat to make this photo palatable.
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Speed Limit 12 MPH on Lake Whitehall
Really?
Live Music & Events Return to the HCA Week-Long Fundraiser Celebrates the
Arts July 18-25
(July 12, 2020 –
Hopkinton, MA) -- Hopkinton Center for the Arts (HCA) excitedly
announces the return of live in-person events, with Art at a
Distance — a week long celebration of the arts. This event will
feature two outdoor concerts, art exhibits, and online events.
Tickets are available now and are required for entry to the outdoor
concerts taking place at the HCA (98 Hayden Rowe St.). Limited space
is available to ensure social distancing. Tickets may be reserved
for free or with a donation of any amount. All funds raised will go
to help support the mission and programs of the Hopkinton Center for
the Arts, a non-profit community arts organization that works to
create a place for people of all ages and abilities to study, enjoy,
and participate in the visual and performing arts under one roof.
Saturday, July 18, 4:00 p.m. Claflin Hill
Symphony Summer Winds (Outdoor Concert). Enjoy a “Pops” experience at
the HCA with wind and percussion musicians of Milford’s Claflin Hill
Symphony Orchestra. Viewing spots will be assigned on a first come,
first serve basis. Limited tickets available. Guests are invited to
bring their own dinner and chairs for their comfort.
(BOSTON) – 07 /08/2020 In compliance with
state public health guidelines relative to COVID-19, Rep.
Carolyn Dykema (D-Holliston) has cancelled her annual 8th
Middlesex Senior Picnic.
The event, which has
historically drawn close to 200 seniors from across the four
towns in the district for a complimentary
meal and fellowship, is traditionally held in August.. The event
has been an anticipated annual event for many years, and was
originally hosted by beloved local Hopkinton residents Bob and
Jackie Lavoie. The event was subsequently organized by
Representative Barbara Gardner and her successor, Representative
Paul Loscocco. Representative Dykema has proudly continued to
host the picnic since taking office in 2009.
“I’m so disappointed
that this event, which has become so special to the district,
has to be cancelled due to the current health concerns,” said
Rep. Dykema. “It’s been my privilege to carry on this wonderful
tradition to honor and celebrate our senior residents because
they have given, and continue to give, so much to our
communities. While it’s clear the event needed be cancelled to
prioritize the health of our residents, I’ll miss seeing so many
friends from across the district.” File photo, above.
The
Representative would especially like to thank all of the staff
at the Holliston, Hopkinton, Southborough and Westborough Senior
Centers, as well as the countless volunteers who have helped
plan the event and make the seniors feel welcome throughout the
years. “While I’m disappointed that we can’t be together in
August, I’ll look forward to celebrating together again next
summer when we’ll greatly enjoy each other’s company!” said Rep.
Dykema.
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Entertainment Tonight
The
Back Pages TRIO
will be doing an acoustic show this Saturday night July 11th at the
new MAZI Restaurant located on Rt. 126 in Ashland (across from the
Shaw's Plaza) starting at 6:30pm until 10. We will be outside under
a large tent and hope you will join us for some great food and some
awesome music. ~ Inky, Doug and Steve
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Senate Passes
Bill to Expand Take-Out and Delivery Options in Restaurants
Legislation
will support Public Health and Economic Recovery
BOSTON (07/10/2020) –
On Friday, July 10, 2020, the Massachusetts State Senate passed
bipartisan legislation that gives restaurants more flexibility, and
customers more choice, while the Commonwealth continues to confront
the COVID-19 pandemic.
The bill, An Act to Expand
Take-out/Delivery Options in Response to COVID-19,
would allow restaurants to include mixed drinks with take-out and
delivery orders. Restaurants were previously authorized by the
legislature to sell beer and wine with take-out orders. The
bill would authorize restaurants to serve mixed-drinks to-go until
the Massachusetts’ state of emergency in response to COVID-19,
declared by the Governor on March 10, 2020 is lifted.
“The Senate has
stood by our small business owners throughout this pandemic, and
today's bill provides yet another tool to help the restaurant
industry get back on their feet,” statedSenate
President Karen E. Spilka (D-Ashland). “While
the work to support our small businesses impacted by COVID-19
continues, I am proud to see this measure advance today. I want to
thank Senators Diana DiZoglio, Michael Rodrigues and Joe Boncore for
their advocacy and collaboration on this issue.”
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Police Incident Logs CEMLEC and Hopkinton K-9 deployed, report of
dead bear - gone on arrival,
threats from an employee, reckless driver on moped,
grey Honda CRV caught illegal dumping in Ashland, more...
July 9, 2020
July 10, 2020 — This photo taken Monday shows
an empty nest on the right, which is the status of most of the nests
in this our subject heronry. It appears there is one other nest
still populated besides the one on the left, above, where the bough
could break, and the heron would flap its wings and not fall.
Apogee
July 9, 2020 — Evidence that this girl just
jumped from a rope swing, is the end of the rope hanging for a
moment near its apogee, at Lake Whitehall today. Faces intentionally
blurred.
> FOOD AND BEVERAGE <
Nice Beard
July 9, 2020 — This goat likes the high
ground, today at the West End Creamery.
State public health officials announce season’s first West Nile
virus-positive mosquito sample
Residents urged to use bug spray to avoid getting bitten
BOSTON (July 9, 2020) -
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) announced today
that West Nile virus (WNV) has been detected in mosquitoes in
Massachusetts for the first time this year. The presence of WNV was
confirmed today by the Massachusetts State Public Health Laboratory
in two mosquito samples collected July 7 in the town of Belmont in
Middlesex County. No human or animal cases of WNV or Eastern Equine
Encephalitis (EEE) have been detected so far this year. There is no
elevated risk level or risk-level change associated with this
finding.
“The first WNV positive mosquito sample has been identified this
year in Massachusetts,” said Public Health Commissioner Monica
Bharel, MD, MPH. “It is important to remember that WNV can cause
very serious illness, especially in individuals over 50 and those
who are immune compromised.”
WNV is usually transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected
mosquito. There were 5 human cases of WNV in 2019. In 2018, there
were 49 human cases of WNV infection acquired in Massachusetts – the
greatest number of cases the Commonwealth has ever had in a single
year. While WNV can infect people of all ages, people over the age
of 50 are at higher risk for severe disease.Most people infected with WNV will
have no symptoms. When
present, WNV symptoms tend to include fever and flu-like illness. In
rare cases, more severe illness can occur.
“People have an important role to play in protecting themselves and
their loved ones from illnesses caused by mosquitoes,” said State
Epidemiologist Dr. Catherine Brown. “The tools for prevention
include using a mosquito repellent with an EPA-registered ingredient
according to the directions on the label, wearing clothing to reduce
exposed skin when weather permits, draining standing water to
prevent mosquito breeding and repairing window screens to keep
mosquitoes out of your home,” she said.
Information about current mosquito activity in Massachusetts is
updated daily and can be foundhere..
Avoid Mosquito Bites
Apply Insect Repellent when Outdoors. Use a repellent with an
EPA-registered ingredient 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 percent 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 in areas of
high risk.
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
Animal owners should reduce potential mosquito breeding sites on
their property by eliminating standing water from containers such as
buckets, tires, and wading pools – especially after heavy rains.
Water troughs 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 owners should keep
horses 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 the Department of Agricultural
Resources, Division of Animal Health by calling 617-626-1795, and to
the Department of Public Health by calling 617-983-6800.
More information, including all WNV and EEE positive results, can be
found on the Arbovirus Surveillance Information web page at
https://www.mass.gov/mosquitoesandticks
, which is updated daily, or by calling the DPH Division of
Epidemiology at 617-983-6800.
Working hard for Hopkinton
Homeowners and the surrounding
Communities
On Sunday, July 19, 2020, the Marathon Quilt Guild will be
partnering with the Hopkinton Center for the Arts and the Hopkinton
Farmer's Market to offer a Roadside Quilt Show. Enjoy a splash of
color and design displayed along the fences surrounding the Town
Common, at 29
Hayden Rowe Street, and at the HCA Farmhouse between the
hours of 1 pm and 5 pm, weather permitting. The quilts can be
viewed from your car, or by walking along the street wearing masks
and respecting social distance. There is no fee to view the quilts
but if you enjoy the display, please consider making a donation to
the Hopkinton Center for the Arts: https://www.hopartscenter.org/
Grand Opening July 9, 2020 — Teresa and Lisa of
Snappy Dogs fame reported a great day of sales today on their
first day reopened. Above, they wave to the camera as they closed up
shop.
Roadwork
Notice
Crack Sealing work is scheduled to begin on Monday July 13 on the
following streets. One lane of traffic will be open at all times.
Work is expected to take approximately two weeks.
Works hours will be 7am-3pm. Please do not park any vehicles in the
street as it will prevent the contractor from completing the work.
Ash St, Blueberry Ln, Briarcliff Dr, Carriage Hill Rd, Church St,
College St, East St, Emerson Way, Fenton St, Front St, Hayden Rowe
St, Hearthstone Rd, Hemlock Dr, Holt St, Jackson St, Maple St, Oak
St, Park St, Pike St, Prestwick Dr, Pleasant St, Robbern Rd, Smith
Rd, South Mill St, Thayer Heights Rd, Wild Rd and Wyman Ln.
Thank you, Mike Mansir Highway Manager.
Hopkinton Police Incident Logs Mail fraud, trailers with no stickers,
abandoned car,
piece of telephone pole on property, big red dog missing, more...
July 8, 2020
Ruth
Lorraine Fecteau Holmes
BOSTON
(BOSTON–7/30/2020) The
Massachusetts State Senate on Thursday, July 30, 2020, passed An Act
concerning genocide education to educate middle and high school
students on the history of genocide and to promote the teaching of
human rights issues.
Kenneth
Wayne Chouinard, 84
Water
levels at the Hopkinton reservoir and ground water levels at our
town wells have reached action trigger levels. Due to these low
levels, we are cutting back on our pumping capacity and we lost the
use of two wells at the Ashland treatment plant. We are now at
nearly a 5” rain deficit for the year. We are required to revise the
water use restriction to prohibit All Outdoor Use except watering of
flowers, gardens and shrubs by handheld means or by drip irrigation
before 9AM and after 5PM and that which is necessary for the
following: for Health or Safety reasons; for the production of food
and fiber; for the maintenance of livestock; or to meet core
functions of a business.
Laurie
Joanne Bilodeau, 32
Join
us this summer for FREE Saturday Evening Jazz Concerts at the
HCA Amphitheater. Our Jazz line up includes:
Norma
Hazen Nordstrom
Medfield
- 
Jaqueline
Marie Bowker, 55
MassDOT
will have 
Maureen
E. Ferguson, 72
Katrina
Hope Yip, 47
by
Robert Falcione
On
Friday July 17, 2020, Eleanor (Cantwell) Morgan, 86,
of Marshfield, formerly of Waltham, died peacefully in her home
after an extended illness surrounded by loved ones, earning her
guardian angel wings and joining beloved husband Donald and son
Edward “Eddie”. Eleanor, born September 3, 1933, in Boston,
Massachusetts, was preceded in death by parents Albert and Eleanor
(Fitzgerald) Cantwell, older brothers James and William,
daughter-in-law Monica, and several family and friends.
Approval
Voted
meal and fellowship, is traditionally held in August.. The event
has been an anticipated annual event for many years, and was
originally hosted by beloved local Hopkinton residents Bob and
Jackie Lavoie. The event was subsequently organized by
Representative Barbara Gardner and her successor, Representative
Paul Loscocco. Representative Dykema has proudly continued to
host the picnic since taking office in 2009. 
