Main Street Corridor Project Now
has 4 LIVE video cameras Downtown,
HERE Or go right to the
main web camera here.
Grupo Fantasia August 1, 2021 - The Latin beat grooved on
the Common Sunday evening with Grupo Fantasia as part of Parks and
Recreation Concerts on the Common. Next week, Hot Acoustics
featuring Steve Spector will rock the Common.
Thumbnails from left: 1. Rick and Josie Wayshukle. 2. Anne Beahchamp
and Camille and Audrey Benson.
3. Linda doing the Samba
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Taps August 2, 2021 - As they do the first Sunday
of every month, veterans gather on the Hopkinton Common at 7:00 pm
for a taps ceremony, begun as part of the "Bugles across America"
initiative several years ago.
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Deputy
Fire Chief William Miller to be Considered for Chief Position Select Board to Interview on Tuesday
August 1, 2021 -
Among the many appointments that the Select Board will be
considering this coming Tuesday, Deputy Fire Chief William
Miller being considered as the replacement for Chief Stephen
Slaman is perhaps the most anticipated.
Chief
Slaman announced his resignation at a recent Select Board
meeting during the Public Session, an agenda item built
into each meeting to allow residents to address the board, no
holds barred, except for two rules; two minutes per person, and
no discussion from the board.
Chief Slaman confirmed today that August 27, 2021 will be his
last day on the job.
Time of the Season August 1, 2021 - These water lilies, blooming
right on schedule, were photographed yesterday on Bloods Pond.
According to web sources, water lilies are beneficial to a pond,
because they provide shade and prevent the growth of algae and other
invasive green plants. But when they become too abundant, sources
say, they can suffocate a pond, depriving it of the ability to
oxygenate, suffocating the fish below.
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Cooper's Hawk
Thanks to Julie Ford!
The Heavy Lifting
Doug Betschart gets ready for his 3-piece
Back Pages Trio, slated to begin at
6:30 pm tonight, Friday July 30, 2021 at the Hopkinton Center for
the Arts. He is installing his BOSE F1 amplification system that
will knock the socks off of the gathering shortly.
Come see Inky, Doug and Steve.
Hopkinton Police Department Accepting Applications for Full-Time
Officer Position
by
Taylor O'Neil
Chief Joseph Bennett is pleased to announce that the Hopkinton
Police Department is seeking qualified applicants to fill a
vacancy for a full-time Police Officer position.
"The Hopkinton Police Department is seeking to add a
highly-qualified individual to our ranks to continue our efforts
in maintaining a safe and peaceful community," Chief Bennett
said. "We encourage all those who have attended or who are
currently enrolled in a police academy to apply."
The Hopkinton Police Department offers full-time officers
competitive wages with the ability to work overtime and details,
educational incentives, shift differential and a robust benefits
package.
Applicants should note that this position is only open to
candidates who have either successfully passed and received
certification from a full-time police officer training academy,
or are currently enrolled and attending the training academy as
recognized by the Municipal Police Training Committee (MPTC).
Out-of-state applicants must contact the MPTC at 781-437-0300 or
www.mass.gov/mptc
to determine eligibility for certification.
In order to be eligible for a position, all candidates must also
be able to meet the following basic qualifications:
High School Graduate/GED equivalent
Ability to obtain a valid Massachusetts Firearms License to
Carry
Be at least 21 years old on date of appointment
Must have a valid Massachusetts driver’s license on date of
appointment
Must pass a physical and drug screening
Must pass a physical fitness test
Must pass a psychological examination
Must be a United States citizen
View the full job description here.
To be considered for this position, please submit a letter of
interest, resume and the required Application for Employment to
hr@hopkintonma.gov
no later than 4 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 12. Applications are also
accepted via walk-in or can be mailed to the Hopkinton Town
Hall, Human Resources Department at 18 Main St.
Anyone with questions is encouraged to contact the Human
Resources Department at
hr@hopkintonma.gov .
The Town of Hopkinton and Hopkinton Police Department are an
equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on
race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry,
physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital
status, sex, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any
other category protected by law.
THANK YOU!
The Hopkinton Lions Club would like to thank
everyone who helped support the Lions Club by purchasing tickets
as part of their Golf
Ball Drop fundraiser event. The “Drop” took place on June 26 on
field 10 along the Loop road behind Hopkinton High School. We
wish to extend special thanks to the Hopkinton Fire Department
staff who provided use of the new ladder truck which was used to
drop over 380 pre-paid golf balls onto the field below.
Congratulations to the two winners – cash prizes were awarded to
the ball which landed closest to and
furthest from the golf pin.
Proceeds from the event will be used to help
those in need as well as help to support Mass Lions Eye Research
Fund (MLERF), Hopkinton Emergency Fund and Project Just Because.
Please consider joining the Hopkinton Lions Club and becoming a
new member. Visit our websitewww.hopkintonlions.orgfor
more details and information.
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Lemonade Out of Lemons
Young Members of the Legacy Farms North community recently held a
lemonade stand in their neighborhood. The young members then decided
to donate their proceeds to the Hopkinton Police Department. The
money donated will be used for the Hopkinton Police Community Night
on September 9th. From HPD facebook.
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Hopkinton Police Incident Log Abstracts Group dispersed from Sandy Beach parking
area, individual
would like assistance removing her things from former partner's
apartment, pug puppy running around on Wood Street -
found owner, witnessed on video car knock over mailbox,
illegal dumping, property manager reports individual with handgun
- turned out to be pellet gun, on Downey Street - goose wrapped
in fishing line caught in the weeds, bat in residence, more...
July 29, 2021
No Arrests
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Roadwork
Notice
Roadwork is scheduled to begin on the following streets. The type of
work is called Cold in Place Recycling (CIR). Work hours will be
approximately 7a-5p unless otherwise noted.
Dates are subject to change due to weather conditions.
Please expect delays, seek alternate routes when possible and follow
detour signs where posted:
· 8/2 -
Legacy Farms Rd North (Cedar St to Wilson St)
- One lane of traffic will be open.
· 8/3 -
Edgehill Rd -
Road will be closed to thru traffic. Please use Stoney Brook Rd to
Wedgewood Dr. Detour signs will be posted.
· 8/3 -
Stoney Brook Rd (Saddle Hill Rd to Wedgewood Dr) -
Road will be closed to thru traffic. Please use Edgehill Rd to
Wedgewood Dr. Detour signs will be posted.
· 8/4 -
Cunningham St -
Road will be closed to thru traffic. Please use Wood St to Fruit St.
Detour signs will be posted.
· 8/5 -
School St (West Main St to the Upton town line) -
Road will be closed. Please use Forest St in Upton to Walnut St to
East St in Upton. Detour signs will be posted. Work hours 9a-3p.
· 8/5&8/6 -
School St (West Main St to West Elm St) -
Road will be closed to thru traffic. Please use Dicarlo Rd to
Peppercorn Rd to West Elm St back to School St. Detour signs will be
posted. Work hours 9a-3p.
· 8/6&8/9 -
West Main St (Oakhurst Rd to School St) -
One lane of traffic will be open. Work hours 9a-3p.
There will be a crew removing & plating structures on all of the
roads above ahead of the CIR crew in preparation for the cold in
place recycling work on Monday 8/2- Wednesday 8/4.
~ Mike Mansir
AG HEALEY SUES GRUBHUB FOR CHARGING
RESTAURANTS ILLEGALLY HIGH FEES DURING COVID-19 PUBLIC HEALTH
EMERGENCY
AG
Alleges Online Food Delivery Platform Charged Fees to Restaurants
that Exceeded State’s 15 Percent Fee Cap; Lawsuit Demands Refunds
for Restaurants
BOSTON
— July 29, 2021 - Attorney General Maura Healey today sued online
food delivery service platform Grubhub Holdings Inc. for allegedly
illegally charging fees to Massachusetts restaurants that exceeded
the statutory fee cap in place during the COVID-19 public health
emergency. The AG’s lawsuit demands refunds for restaurants that
were harmed by Grubhub’s alleged unlawful practices.
The lawsuit, filed today in Suffolk Superior Court, alleges that
Grubhub violated a provision of the state’s economic development
legislation, which prohibited Grubhub and other third party delivery
service platforms from charging fees to restaurants that exceed 15
percent of an order’s menu price. The fee cap came into effect on
January 14, 2021 and remained in place until June 15, 2021, when
Governor Baker lifted the state of emergency in Massachusetts.
“We allege that Grubhub knowingly and repeatedly violated the fee
cap statute, raising costs by thousands of dollars and harming
restaurants that were already financially distressed and trying to
survive,” said AG Healey. “We are suing to get money back to these
establishments and to hold Grubhub accountable for its unlawful
conduct. Our restaurants have been hard hit by this pandemic and we
will do everything we can to help get them the relief they need to
recover.”
Grubhub is a delivery service platform through which customers order
restaurant food for delivery or pickup. Restaurants contract with
Grubhub to use its services, which include advertising the
restaurant’s menu, accepting and processing orders and payments,
transmitting orders to the restaurant, and delivering orders to
customers.
The AG’s complaint alleges that Grubhub routinely and knowingly
charged fees to restaurants that exceeded 18 percent of the order’s
menu price, in violation of state law.
The AG’s lawsuit seeks to secure refunds for affected
establishments, as well as civil penalties of $5,000 per violation,
together with the costs of investigating and prosecuting the case.
In February 2021, AG Healey sent letters to Grubhub and other online
food delivery service platforms reminding them that a 15 percent fee
cap was in place. In May 2021, AG Healey sent a cease and desist
letter to Grubhub, ordering the company to cease charging covered
establishments fees in excess of 15 percent of the menu price of the
online order, in violation of the law.
This matter is being handled by Assistant Attorney General Michael
Sugar and Legal Analyst Maggie Wallace, both of AG Healey’s
Insurance and Financial Services Division.
Hazardous
waste collection on Saturday, July 31, 8:00 am to 1:00 pm
This is a reminder that the Hopkinton DPW is
hosting a Household Hazardous Waste Collection this
Saturday, July 31, from 8 am to 1 pm. Rid your home of all
those nasty chemicals and dispose of them in a proper manner. Please
visit
our website for more details or
click here for guidelines.
Thank you.
Sincerely,
John K. Westerling, MPA
Director of Public Works, Hopkinton DPW
And check Cornell's recently approved and expanded permanent outdoor
seating, especially the tented tables and the new area behind the
picket fence!:
July 29, 2021 - Cathy Burns Howe is pleased
to let us share this pastel that is among many of hers on display at
the NW Barrett
Gallery in Portsmouth, New Hampshire.
There's no question which is the before and which is the after.
See more on this
short video,
and wait for Morena's reaction.
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Hopkinton
Police Chief Joseph Bennett, Holliston Police Chief Matthew
Stone and Sherborn Police Interim Chief David Bento are pleased
to announce that their departments’ co-response Jail Diversion
Program has recently been restructured and will now offer
increased intervention services to its communities.
The Co-Response Jail Diversion Program (JDP), operated byAdvocatesin
partnership with the police departments, aims to re-direct
individuals committing non-violent offenses from the criminal
justice system to more appropriate community-based behavioral
health services. The regional Co-Response Jail Diversion
Program, which previously included Ashland, has recently been
restructured to be comprised of the Holliston, Hopkinton and
Sherborn Police Departments.
With three communities as members of the regional program now,
the program is able to allocate the same resources at a greater
capacity to deliver proven intervention services to community
members.
“It goes without saying how vital the Jail Diversion Program is
to our three agencies as it allows our officers to respond to
calls with mental health components in a way that ensures the
individual gets the appropriate help,” Chief Stone said. “We are
fortunate to have such a great working relationship with our JDP
partners which in turn allows us to continue this crucial
service.”
Launched in 2015, the JDP pairs specially trained crisis
clinicians from Advocates with police officers at the Holliston,
Hopkinton and Sherborn Police Departments. These embedded
clinicians respond with patrol officers to calls for service and
911 calls providing immediate on-scene de-escalation, assessment
and referrals for individuals in crisis.
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St. Paul’s and St. Stephen’s
Collaborate to Share Priest-in-Charge
Unique Arrangement Joins
Churches from Different Dioceses
The Letter of Agreement was signed.by
(front row, left to right): Laurie LaBrecque, senior warden of St.
Paul’s; Reverend Mary Rosendale; Sharyn Philcox, senior warden of
St. Stephen’s; (back row, left to right): Reverend Martha Hubbard,
Regional Canon of the Diocese of Massachusetts; and Rev. Rich
Simpson, Canon for the Ordinary for
the Episcopal Diocese of Western Massachusetts.
WESTBOROUGH, MA
(July 28, 2021) – St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Hopkinton and St.
Stephen’s Episcopal Church of Westboro have signed a Letter of
Agreement which joins the two churches in a unique collaboration to
share a Priest-in-Charge, Reverend Mary Rosendale. The Letter of
Agreement was signed on Sunday, July 25 by Reverend Rosendale;
Sharyn Philcox, senior warden of St. Stephen’s; Laurie LaBrecque,
senior warden of St. Paul’s; Reverend Martha Hubbard, Regional Canon
of the Diocese of Massachusetts; and Rev. Rich Simpson, Canon for
the Ordinary for
the Episcopal Diocese of Western Massachusetts.
The collaboration is unusual because it brings together churches
from two different dioceses -- St. Paul’s is with the Diocese of
Massachusetts, and St. Stephen’s is with the Episcopal Diocese of
Western Massachusetts.
“It’s
been a joy to assist in bringing these two congregations and Rev.
Rosendale together! They are remarkably open to a ministry God is
calling them into together, and have shown great generosity and
flexibility in working out the details,” stated Rev. Hubbard. “This
is an experiment that is bound to benefit these parishes and be a
model for others who might also be called to collaborate.”
“We
are thrilled that we are able to bring a shared priest to St Paul’s
parish and join the congregations in a supportive arrangement for
celebrating our Christianity and the Word of God,” LaBrecque said.
“We look forward to starting this journey together with St.
Stephen’s.”
Philcox added, “It is our prayer that the
combination of gifts and resources that each parish offers will
provide a new way of doing church and a new way forward. We believe
that by calling Mary as Priest-In-Charge for both St. Paul’s and St.
Stephen’s, both churches can look with renewed hope to the future.”
Rev. Rosendale had been serving as St. Stephen’s interim priest.
The collaboration will begin on September
1, 2021
Hopkinton
Police Incident Log Abstracts Residential alarm sounding due to humidity,
Grove Street
signals not cycling properly, fallen tree causes wires down
onto car - 4 homes need inspection, caller was run
off of the road, walk in wants advice regarding license,
ongoing issue results in advice to get Restraining Order,
TT took down some wires on Wood Street,
individual hit and run in crosswalk on Main - confirmed
by cameras, owl struck on East Main, odor in home
from animal, more...
Tuesday, July 27, 2021
No Arrests
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July 27, 2021 -
Atlantic Puffins fly from Machias Seal Island off the
Maine/Canada coast to gather Fish for their Chicks hidden in
burrows and between rocks!
By mid August this large Puffin colony will have seen their
young fledge in a first flight and they will all leave the
Island to winter on the North Atlantic until next May when they
return to Nest and Breed, often using the same burrows year
after year! John Collins - Mr. Collins is a Hopkinton
resident and a longtime contributor to HopNews.
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Save
the dates for the Upcoming School Committee Listening Series!
When: Sunday and Tuesday evenings in
August from 7:00 - 8:00 PM via zoom.
What is the Listening Series: The Listening Series will be targeted
office hours to help the School Committee hear directly from
specific sectors of our school community about their lived
experiences, challenges, successes and concerns about diversity,
equity and inclusion.
The schedule of invited groups and their allies is as follows:
Sunday, August 1 BIPOC students and families
Tuesday, August 3 Single parents and socioeconomically disadvantaged
families
Sunday, August 8 LGBTQIA+ students and families
Tuesday, August 10 English Learners and families (ELPAC)
Sunday, August 15 Families / students receiving supports through IEP
or 504 plans (SEPAC)
Tuesday, August 17 Advanced Learners and their families (ALPAC)
Sunday, August 22 Students and families whose school experience has
been impacted by religious beliefs and/or practices.
Tuesday, August 24 Open session for those who were not able to
attend a relevant session and/or for those who identify with a group
not listed above.
Participants may join with their cameras turned on or off, according
to their comfort level. A School Committee member will open the
session with brief welcoming comments and invite attendees to share
their experiences, highlight concerns, identify successes, and make
suggestions for ways to improve student experience. Better
understanding the experiences of our students and families will be
helpful as the School Committee sets the budget and policies for the
coming year. Zoom links will be accessible through the School
Committee webpage, the town calendar and school listserv emails. If
you have any questions or difficulty connecting, please reach out to
School Committee Chair, Nancy Cavanaugh, at
ncavanaugh@hopkinton.k12.ma.us.
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Hopkinton Police Incident Log Abstracts
Tire
slashed and note left - vic knows perp, dog walking on bike trail,
set of keys found, trespassing on Frankland Road, license
plate found on side of road, youths playing basketball behind Center
School at midnight - sent on their way, Downey Street caller reports
turtle in roadway - relocated turtle, Officer Jay Deiana and
MSP Trooper move stalled vehicle, anonymous caller
concerned about nephew, coyote running around
Saddle Hill Road, purse stolen, gentleman on side of Lumber
Street taking pictures of self, fireworks on West Main, off to
Tufts with bleeding dog, on Exchange Street - PREVENT HARASSMENT.
ORIGINAL RP WILL LEAVE FOR THE NIGHT.
(31) REQUESTING ON-CALL JUDGE FOR EMERGENCY 209A,
MVA on East Main Street w/PI, Bike Patrol: Legacy Farms - State Park -
Echo Trail - Fruit Street - Main Street, stray dog in Linden Street
yard, Dead coyote smells, lost wallet, Rolls Royce speeding, yellow
lab in road, lost yellow lab, deceased cat,
July 22, 23, 24, 2021
July 25, 2021
Fire Logs
No Arrests
TOWN OF HOPKINTON
Town Manager/Board of Selectmen’s Office
18 Main Street,
Hopkinton, MA 01748
508-497-9700 Hopkinton’s Elementary School Building Committee-2 Begins
Work
Hopkinton,
MA – The newly formed Hopkinton Elementary School Building
Committee - 2 (ESBC-2) met for the first time on Thursday, July
15, at the Elmwood School. The newly formed committee’s
documented
mission is “To facilitate the development of a proposed solution
to the operational and educational constraints of Elmwood School
that will be supported by the voters of Hopkinton, as well as
the MSBA.”
The ESBC-2 was formed
by a vote at the May 18, 2021 Select Board meeting, where
members were officially appointed by the Select Board after also
receiving the unanimous recommendation of the Town Manager,
Superintendent, and School Committee.
At their first
meeting, the committee members introduced themselves and
organized. Jon Graziano (right in file photo) was elected as
Chair of the Committee. Joe Markey (left) was elected Vice
Chair. The Committee was then briefed by Dr. Carol Cavanaugh,
Superintendent of Hopkinton Public Schools, on the mission of
the Committee, the requirements of the Massachusetts School
Building Authority, and the rough process that the project will
follow. The Committee discussed how to maintain high levels of
community engagement and input throughout the multi-year
process.
Roadwork Notice (Revised) Crews will be
removing & plating structures in preparation for road resurfacing
work on the following streets starting on Wednesday July 28- Friday
July 30. Work hours will be approximately 7a-5p unless otherwise
noted.
Dates are subject to change due to weather
conditions.
One lane of traffic will be open. Please
expect delays and seek alternate routes when possible.
• Legacy Farms Rd North (Cedar St to
Wilson St)
• Edgehill Rd
• Stoney Brook Rd (Saddle Hill Rd to Wedgewood Dr)
• Cunningham St
• School St (West Main St to the Upton town line)
9am-3pm
• School St (West Main St to West Elm St)
• West Main St (Oakhurst Rd to School St) 9am-3pm
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Karen L. Sherman, 53
Karen
L. Sherman, 53 of Goochland, Virginia and
formerly of Hopkinton, passed away on Saturday, June 12,
2021. Born in Framingham, she was the daughter of the late Shirley
(Swain) and Bruce Creswell Sr. She was the former wife of Ralph
Sherman Jr. of Rhode Island.
Karen was a member of the class of 1986 at Keefe Tech in Framingham.
She enjoyed horseback riding, going to Provincetown, and baking
cakes for her children’s birthdays and other special occasions.
She is survived by three sons, James Sherman and his wife, Trinity
of Goochland, Virginia, Jeffrey Sherman and his wife, Alyssa of
Waltham, and Joshua Sherman of Rochester, New Hampshire. She also
leaves behind her brother, Bruce “Chip” Creswell Jr. and his wife,
Kerry of Hopkinton; her grandchildren, Avery, Kandice, Jace, Dean,
Bruce, Lily and Andrew; her nieces, Kate Lee- Reyes and Brenna
Creswell and great-niece, Harper Reyes.
A celebration of Karen’s life with family and friends will be held
on Friday, July 30th from 4:00-8:00 p.m. at Woodville Rod & Gun
Club. Arrangements are under the care of the Chesmore Funeral Home
of Hopkinton, www.ChesmoreFuneralHome.com
Real Estate Transactions for Hopkinton
New Transactions from July 17, 2021 to July 25,
2021
Choose Blue Links to See Town's Property Card
Protective July 25, 2021 - This American bald eagle
takes a break from its growing eaglets to call at a dog being
walked past its lair (Call of
American bald
eagle).
Lake Whitehall
July 25, 2021 - This wildflower on the shore of Lake Whitehall is a
delight for the bumblebee.
In Deep
July 24, 2021 - This clear-wing hummingbird moth, captured on "film"
by Coach Hughes, has it
proboscis deep into the petal of a flower, sipping its nectar.
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Academy Graduate
July 23, 2021- Hopkinton Fire Department is pleased to announce that
Firefighter/Paramedic John Shea graduated from the Massachusetts
Firefighting Academy's 10-Week Career Recruit Training Program on
Friday, July 23 2021. John will be returning to work next week and
assigned to Group 1.
Week ending July 25, 2021:
25% OFF!
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Hopkinton Police Logs Abstracts
Hit and run allegation on West Main proven incorrect
following review of camera footage, motor vehicle collision -
no PI, report of 2 dogs walking down West Main Street,
2 strays on Hayden Rowe, traffic light on Main malfunctioning,
male individual smoking bong on Lumber Street,
2 complaints of Ding Dong Ditch on Forest Lane...
July 22, 2021 New Arrest
Roadwork Notice
Crews
will be removing & plating structures in preparation for road
resurfacing
work on the following streets starting on Wednesday August
28- Friday August
30. Work hours will be approximately 7a-5p unless otherwise
noted.
Dates are subject to change due to weather conditions.
One lane of traffic will be open. Please expect delays and seek
alternate routes
when possible.
Legacy Farms Rd North (Cedar St to Wilson St)
Edgehill Rd
Stoney Brook Rd (Saddle Hill Rd to Wedgewood Dr)
Cunningham St
School St (West Main St to the Upton town line) 9am-3pm
School St (West Main St to West Elm St)
West Main St (Oakhurst Rd to School St) 9am-3pm
The Continuing Saga of Baby,
the Rescue Crow
Baby is
Anting
July 23, 2021 —
Nevermind a Crow's ear, here is a sight not captured frequently!
Baby is ANTING!
So fascinating to watch, crows are known to do this; theory is
the ants help clean their feathers and help ensure they stay
parasite and/or lice free. Just a few minutes before I took this
photo, he laid flat on the pavement over a little sand anthill.
By the time I snapped the photo, most of the ants had scurried
off. Notice the ant off to his right, that I saw hop off him.
When crows do this, it's funny, they kind of "zone out" and stay
like this for a few minutes. Notice his 3rd eyelid (nictitating
membrane), he held shut for the whole time. The only time they
close their eyes entirely (with a bottom eyelid) is when they
are sleeping. Super interesting!! Baby is amazing. ~Julie
Ford
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Mark Sanborn was introduced to this fall's players as the new
Football Coach this afternoon
July 23, 2021 - Mr. Sanborn is a Hopkinton resident, who ironically
played varsity football under Coach David M. Hughes, who took this
photo. Mr. Sanborn also played baseball and basketball in Hopkinton,
and went on to play college basketball.
Soccer Warmups
July 22, 2021 - Captains Ashley Butler and Gabi Ciri lead the soccer
team in dynamic warm-ups.
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Hopkinton Police Incident Log Abstracts
Tree leaning across roadway, sewer drain cover ajar,
male individual pulling on dog's ear, woman
had a few tings robbed from her, motorcycle
driving at high speed went off into the woods -
got up and drove away, bucket of fluid
spilled
off truck, dog barking for two hours...
July 21, 2021 Arrests
Sparkler 8 Team Wins!
The Hopkinton Little League's Sparkler 8 team are the 2021
CHAMPIONS of the Ashland Sparkler Tournament!!
The boys bested the undefeated Shrewsbury team, 13-12 on Sunday,
18th July at Gryncel Park in Ashland.
Players pictured [L-R]: Colin M, Myles W, Curtis M, Ryan M, Nate
G, Josh H, Luca Y, Malcolm R, Carson O, Nolan O, Drew H, and
Dylan D.
Coaches [L-R]: Nate O, Courtney B, George H, and Ed O.
Giving Back
by
Morgan Woodman
Besides being home to the starting line of one
of the world’s oldest and best-known marathons (Boston!), Hopkinton,
MA is also my home. The population is small — not even enough to
fill Fenway Park — but the amount of love, charm, and support that
stems from my hometown is immeasurable. Every year Hopkinton nearly
doubles in size from its 17,000 residents to welcome more than
30,000 Boston Marathon participants. But while others may only think
of Hopkinton on the third Monday in April, pride and essence
pervades my home all year-round. With this, it is my greatest
pleasure to give back to the community that has given so much to me.
I am beyond excited and extremely grateful for the opportunity to
run the 125th Boston Marathon for the Friends of Hopkinton,
supporting them in their goal to provide community activities that
encourage town spirit, enthusiasm, and pride. In addition to
planning town anniversary celebrations, the Friends of Hopkinton
hosts annual town Family Day and Family Night events. They also
bring together families, non-profits, clubs, and businesses by
offering an array of free activities for everyone to enjoy including
live entertainment, fun, games, food, and fireworks.
Being a part of a community can make us feel as though we are a part
of something greater than ourselves. It provides us with
opportunities to connect with people, to reach for our goals, and
better ourselves and others. Please consider donating to this
wonderful organization and supporting me as I strive to complete a
lifelong dream of running the Boston Marathon for, and from my
hometown. Every contribution has a direct impact on strengthening
and uniting families and the benevolent community in which they are
a part of. All donations are immensely appreciated. Thank you so
much!
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To the Ocean July 22, 2021- The Hopkinton Reservoir
Spillway was busy yesterday, bringing water from recent unseasonably
strong rains toward the Atlantic Ocean, as workers made repairs
above, and an architect's abstract idea of granite waves is
memorialized in the capstones on the retaining walls.
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Investigating Drowning in Strong,
Rain-Driven River Current
GROTON
– July 21, 2021 - Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan and Groton
Chief of Police Michael Luth have confirmed an open investigation
into a drowning that occurred today at approximately
3:19
p.m. in
the Squannacook River in the area of Bertozzi Wildlife Management
Area, Groton.
The preliminary
information suggests that a group of five friends were allegedly
jumping in and out of the river using a rope swing. When they
attempted to cross the river, one of them, a 17-year-old male, went
underwater and did not resurface. Officers from Groton Fire located
the male
at
4:32 p.m. and
subsequently transported him to the hospital, where he was
pronounced dead. When officers were executing the recovery efforts,
the river level was high, with a visibly strong current due to the
recent rain.
Mary Stone, 101
Mary
Stone died peacefully on July 20th, following a
full and happy life of 101 years. She was born to Ella and Henry
Lord in Pittsburg, New Hampshire, where she and her sisters
helped run the family business, Lord's Cabins. Mary went on to
nursing school in Rhode Island, where she proudly received her
RN degree. Upon returning to Pittsburg, she met her future
husband, Norman Stone, who was working for Perini Corporation on
a local construction project. Mary and Norman married in 1941
and moved to Massachusetts where they lived most of their life
in Ashland, raising their family and then retiring to Cape Cod.
Following Norman's death in 1992, Mary then moved to
Hopkinton, MA where she remained until her health
declined in 2021. Up until her final days, she treasured her
family and all those who brought joy into her life.
Mary is predeceased by her husband Norman Stone and her sisters
Leora Frain and Myra Brooks. She leaves her son Brian Stone and
his wife Penney Stone of Holliston MA, daughter Beverly Watson
and her husband Stephen of Weston MA, and daughter Eleanor Guare
and her husband Thomas of Greensboro, VT. Mary was especially
proud of her grandchildren and their families, including Justin
Stone, Brandon and Tara Stone, Ken, Kim, Owen and Lily Thompson,
Sarah Guare and Anna Guare. Many friends and extended family
members, especially Lany Borgerson, enriched her long and
graceful life.
Arrangements are being handled by Matarese Funeral Home in
Ashland, MA. There will be a private memorial service followed
by interment at the Wildwood Cemetery.
Hopkinton
Police Incident Log Abstracts
Large pothole on Cunningham, tree down - ironically - on Wood
Street, out with vehicle at Echo Trail at 2:10 am, tree on
wires to service on Clinton, walk-in reports harasssment,
check of MV at Sandy Beach Parking, owl on side of road,
arrest of suspicious male after PBT (Portable Breath Tests) and FST
(Field Sobriety Tests)... July 20, 2021 Arrest Log
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Dappled
July 20, 2021 - Julie Ford has fun with a little dappled light on
this male cardinal.
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July 20, 2021 - It looks as if the hummingbird is hovering like a
jet as it approaches a flower for a drink of nectar, but its wings
are likely flapping at 50 times per second! Photo by David M.
Hughes, whose shutter was set for 1/3200th of a second to freeze the
action to guarantee
a crisp photo with no blur.
Hopkinton
Police Incident Log Abstracts
Individual found key, Red Fox has been sleeping on
porch all morning, caller from Marshall Ave has complaint,
car computer may have been breached, bunnies in
yard on Morse Lane, male individual walking around
looking in windows, dog got loose, caller reports neighbors
throwing things at his balcony, caller reports flat tire,
K-9 team out to Webster Mass, wrong side of road operator...
July 19, 2021
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Water
on Main Street, Pleasant to Wood, to be Shut July 21st
Please be advised that due to a utility conflict with the new drains
being installed, it will be necessary to shut down the water main on
Main Street between Pleasant and Wood St. including Commonwealth
Ave. This will take place Wednesday, July 21stat
approximately 8:30AM and last for several hours. After the water is
turned back on, you may notice some air or discoloration and may
need to flush your cold water line.
Eric J. Carty Water-Sewer
Manager
Hopkinton Water-Sewer Dept.
PO Box 171
Hopkinton, MA 01748
P 508-497-9765
Livability Survey Results In
"The results from the National Community Survey's Livability Report
are a testament to Hopkinton's ongoing efforts to continuously
improve our residents' quality of life," Town Manager Khumalo said.
"We are extremely pleased to see numerous ratings within multiple
facets increase from our 2013 survey and we look forward to
continuing to build upon the work we've done to improve town
services. We thank those who responded to the survey and also
encourage any resident with an issue or concern regarding town
services to contact town officials." See the
Survey Summary Here
Real Estate Transactions for Hopkinton
New Transactions from July 10, 2021 to July 16,
2021
Choose Links to See Town's Property Card
Hopkinton
Police Incident Logs Abstract Handicap spot taken by unauthorized, ladder
in middle
lane of Route 495, Lights at Main skipped a cycle,
2 cars trespassed on Frankland Rd property,
3-car MVA on WMain, vehicle sped past woman
walking dog on Ash Street, WPD requests HPD to tell
woman to stop calling Westborough restaurant,
neighbor dispute, car window smashed - attempt to steal
other car, "Rex" got loose from Ashland repair shop, water leaking from roof, male locked in
bathroom,
group of youths blocking pumps and one entrance on WMain,
loud party on Stewart Street, branches removed in 3 locations,
rooster in back yard, unwanted individual keeps showing up,
man locked inside doorway yelling for help...
July 16, 17, 18, 2021
No Arrests
Fire Dept. Logs
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Home Sweet Home
July 18, 2021 - This chickadee removes a plug of rotted wood from
its new nest-building.
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"A Little to the Left?"
July 18, 2021 - Thanks to Julie Ford for sharing the growth of her
rescued crow, Baby, with readers. We hope for many more updates to
come.
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Springtime!
July 18, 2021 - Julie just now shares this colorful damselfly from
earlier in the springtime that somehow got on the back burner.
So Much Arborvitae
July 16 2021 - So little time.
MassDOT Project Number: 606043 Construction Advisory No. 11
July 16, 2021 Two Week Look Ahead Please be advised that
this schedule may change due to weather conditions and existing
conditions found while performing the tasks below.
This work may impact traffic and require lane
and sidewalk closures limiting access to driveways and entrances to
businesses. What to Expect for the Week of July 19, 2021:
• Continuation of the Drainage Installation
along Main Street (from Claflin Ave to 89-91 Main Street)
• Installation of Mast Arm Foundation for
Traffic Signals along the corridor
• MassDOT Survey Crews to continue to locate
limits of easements within the corridor
• Delivery of Drainage Materials What to Expect
for the Week of July 26, 2021
• Continuation of the Drainage Installation
along Main Street (from Claflin Ave to 89-91 Main Street)
• Continue installation of Mast Arm Foundation
for Traffic Signals along the corridor
• MassDOT Survey Crews to continue to locate
limits of easements within the corridor • Delivery of Drainage
Materials
Additional information about the Main Street
Corridor project is available on the Town's project website at
https://hopkintonmainstreet.com
The Town of Hopkinton appreciates your patience and consideration
while we work to support MassDOT’s project to revitalize our
downtown infrastructure.
Ed note: Through the project life, while
significant changes take place, the green Bar near the top will lead
to the website.
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Fair, Yates, Betschart & McCrossan*
Friday night July 16th at the Black Box in
Franklin at 7:30pm!! Don't miss it...
bass
pedals) have played music together for five decades throughout
New England, starting with the band “Moonfast” in the early
70’s. After joining with Tom Yates (guitar, bass, keyboards &
vocals) they formed “Fair, Yates & Betschart”, becoming
the renowned house band at Timothy’s Spirits Company
in Framingham for 5 years. They packed the house weekly
and released their album “Spirits” of all original material.
Inky and Doug then became the rock duo Back Pages for 30+ years
and with the recent addition of Steve McCrossan (keyboard, bass
& vocals), continue to perform throughout the local area. For
this special night at
THE BLACK BOX in Franklin, Tom Yates is returning to the
fold to form “Fair, Yates, Betschart & McCrossan.”
"With
the unusual combination of their varied talents, the band
will cover a vast eclectic mix of classic and modern rock
spanning five decades. It’s an event not to be missed."
In case of inclement weather this event will be moved inside.
*Editor's Note: Inky and Doug form
"Back Pages," which will be performing as a power duo at Bill's
Pizzeria in Hopkinton on Saturday, July 17 are not strangers to
HopNews readers and patrons of Bill's Pizzeria. On Friday, as
they join two other seasoned performers/friends/bandmates in a
larger venue at the Black Box in Franklin, they will prove that
the sum of the parts, in this case, is measurably greater than
the whole!
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Hopkinton Police Incident Log Abstracts Pole on West Main leaning into roadway,
checking
on dump truck, individual found cell phone, traffic flow
complaint - Granite Street, large log on West Main Street,
Chestnut Street tree on wires, caller reports vehicle passed
him in no passing zone on Wood Street, DMV removed
from roadway, more...
July 14, 2021 No Arrests
See David M Hughes' Hummingbird Photos - Click on Screenshot Below:
THIS COMING SATURDAY:
On Bloods Pond
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TOWN OF HOPKINTON
SELECT BOARD MEETING AGENDA
REMOTE MEETING
Monday, July 12, 2021 7:00 PM ACTIONS TAKEN
7:00 PM SELECT BOARD TO ATTEND PLANNING BOARD
MEETING
1. The Select Board and the remaining members of the Planning Board
will interview
candidates Shahidul Mannan and Curtis Smithson, and consider voting
to fill one
Planning Board vacancy with a term to expire at the May 2022 Annual
Town Election.
Supporting Exhibits: Applications
The Select Board
and the Planning Board appointed Shahidul Mannan to the Planning
Board, to a term expiring at the May, 2022 Annual Town Election.
(12-0)*
* Editor's note: Before the formal vote, the two boards
took a straw poll that showed the candidates just two votes apart
with Mr. Mannan ahead. The final, formal unanimous vote was the
result of a motion to appoint Mr. Mannan, and showed solidarity of
the two boards, and not the actual original sense of the members.
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UniBank Summer Interns Volunteer
Bank Interns Provide Support at Peace of Bread Food Pantry
WHITINSVILLE, MA – (July 13, 2021)–
UniBank recently announced that their Summer Interns provide both
business and community support. Recently, they spent an
evening serving over 120 meals to people in the community at the
Peace of Bread Food Pantry in Whitinsville.
Michael Welch, CEO of UniBank, stated, “As part
of our long term and strategic planning, we have developed a robust
Summer Intern Program to cultivate the financial and business
skill-sets of some very promising college students in our region.
They are doing some great and important work internally here at the
bank and true to our mission as a mutual / community bank, and part
of our Foundations Program, they are also learning the importance of
service as an element of being on Team UniBank. At its core,
mutual banking when done well is an exercise of the mind and heart.
At UniBank, we strive to embody the concept of servant leadership.”
UniBank is rooted in the Blackstone Valley with
assets of $2.3 billion as of March 31, 2021. A full-service,
mutually owned community bank, UniBank has branches in Central
Massachusetts and the MetroWest region of Massachusetts. UniBank is
dedicated to contributing to the overall quality of life and
economic health of the communities it serves, while maintaining a
high level of financial soundness and integrity. UniBank is an Equal
Housing Lender and Member FDIC and Member DIF. UniBank NMLS
#583135. The company website iswww.unibank.com.
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Eye-catching July 13, 2021 - Driving past on Main Street,
an observer might wonder if they just entered Martha's Vineyard.
Hopkinton Police Incident Logs Abstracts Caller reports being scammed, loose golden
retriever reunited,
caller reports seeing someone looking through windows on camera -
was oil delivery, injured duck in backyard, female reports she is
lost and needs police - Golden Pond representative responded
to pick her up, more ...
Freeze-frame! July 12, 2021 - Dave gets it right at
1/3200th of a second to stop these wings from blurring due to
motion. According to the Google, a North American hummingbird's
wings beat 53 times a second in normal flight.
Hopkinton
Police Incident Logs Abstracts Illegal burn, smoking pole, false alarm
elevator entrapment,
LF North manhole cover lifted, Fruit Street flooding, construction
trucks blocking driveway, dust sets off smoke alarm, downed power line on Grove, tree down on Ash, odor of natural gas McNeil Cir, wires
sparking on Eastview Road,
theft of property on Elizabeth, snapping turtle in swimming pool,
assisting MSP on West Main, dog found and returned,
sinkhole on Mt Auburn Street, gravestone knocked over,
Ash Street smoke and fire, driver harassed while delivering packages
on Pleasant Street, MV vs deer on granite St, someone in neighbor's
house with flashlight - permitted, PC'd an intoxicated individual,
more...
July 9, 10, 11, 2021 No new arrests
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Select Board/Planning Board Zoom at
7:00 pm Tonight, July 12, 2021 to Vote to Fill Vacancy
on Planning
Link to Agenda
Real Estate Transactions for Hopkinton
New Transactions from July 4, 2021 to July 9,
2021
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Turtle Talk July 11, 2021 — Julie Ford believes — and who
else would know what animals say to one another — that the older
turtle on the left is showing the younger turtle how far apart they
need to be for social distancing.
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July 11, 2021 - Maggie Neff, who as a child
auditioned on The Voice, appeared last evening at Bill's Pizzeria in
Hopkinton, Mass to an intimate crowd of fans, and new, instant fans.
Give a listen, and then watch for her next booking! (The camera lost
a little focus on one song, but it still sounds great!
Goodyear? July 11, 2021 - Dave shares one of a snake he
took at Firehouse Pond yesterday. Wow! Looks like tire tread!
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Parent and Offspring July 11, 2021 - By David M Hughes.
Has Anyone Seen the Beaver
Muskrat? July 10, 2021 - Thanks to Coach David M
Hughes for scoring quite a few photographic touchdowns today. We'll
show more tomorrow.
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Did the Deer Have Any Doe? July 9, 2021 - Not much. She had about one
buck - nyuck, nyuck! Photo by Jacques LeDuc (Yes, THAT Jacques LeDuc).
And the humor is a style borrowed from him (and the Three Stooges).
Photo in his backyard.
Scene on Cedar Street Today July 9, 2021 - Some people might have fun
wagering if the pole will fall due to gravity or from a motor
vehicle collision first before it is up righted or replaced. If that
pole falls, and if past is prologue, several others could come down
with it.
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Why bother with the culvert under the roadway? July 9, 2021 - Above, West Elm Street today
with a culvert that reaches capacity in these types of rain events. Below, on the former Rafferty
Road. It may look like a pile of snow or ice, but it is water
churning up from a manhole that it pushed open. Below, a torrent broke through the underbrush
creating a new cascade of water and silt apparently from behind The
Trails of Hopkinton today. Below, on Main Street, another example of the
power of water to pave its own path today. Below, an ages-old ponding on Main Street
Synchronous! July 8, 2021 - Julie was busy today. Let no
bird remain un-photographed! This looks like Bloods Pond, where,
judging from the flawless feathers on the smaller great blue heron
in the rear, we might be seeing parent and offspring.
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GRLA Updates the Hopkinton Center for the Arts’
Terry Farmhouse
July 9, 2021 — GRLA [Gorman Richardson Lewis Architects] is proud to
continue our 25-year relationship with the Hopkinton
Center for the Arts with the long-awaited renovations to the
historic Terry Farmhouse.
The circa 1850 farmhouse, which has been well-used over the years
for art and music instruction and includes a longstanding ceramics
studio, is being updated to expand the open area on the first floor
to better accommodate the ceramics classes. The second floor is
being renovated to provide more music instruction rooms with
improved soundproofing, access, and all new finishes and lighting.
The exterior, which is showing its age, will be completely
rehabilitated with new windows, doors, siding and trim, as well as a
new roof and added insulation. The exterior stairs will be relocated
to the rear of the building to provide an opportunity to bring the
north elevation back to its original window configuration. The ramp
will be rebuilt to provide compliance with ADA regulations and to be
accessible directly from dedicated HC parking spaces.
The Hopkinton Community Preservation Commission is funding the
exterior renovations while a grant from the Mass Cultural Council is
funding renovations to the interior. Completion of both projects is
slated for late summer 2021.
Baby July 8, 2021 - Photographer Julie Ford keeps
us apprised of the progress of her rescue crow named Baby, whose
remarkable feathers, like brush strokes, would be the worthy subject
of any respectable painter.
Hopkinton
Police Incident Log Abstracts Pallets fell off of truck and are in the
Fruit Street roadway,
ex-boyfriend refuses to return her car, Southborough
requests bolo for Ryder truck that hit Cedar St ext bridge
and fled, following paper exchange from MVA walk in
reports threats, hit and run on Saddle Hill Road,
tree down on Lumber Street - TT involved with wires,
power line on fire on North Mill, shed struck by
lightning, house struck by Lightning, Westborough
PD requests female officer...
July 7, 2021 Existing Arrest
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Hopkinton Police Log Abstracts Traffic light not cycling properly,
MV parked all week at
Rocky Woods Rd, power lines
hissing and making noises, bus transporting
students on East St heavily
damaged, check on truck driver sleeping
Wood St/495 bridge, scooter operating illegally - recklessly
and flipping the bird," dog bite info given
to Dog Bite Officer, scam phone call, linesdown on Linden, wire on Grove St
sidewalk, CC fraud... . In addition to specifically noted
reported incidents, the police check several locations
throughout Hopkinton every evening, and one or more throughout
the day.
July 6, 2021
Existing Arrest
Update on Arraignment of Men in Connection with Carrying
Firearms on I-95 Over Weekend
WAKEFIELD
– The Middlesex District Attorney’s Office and Massachusetts State
Police have confirmed seven men were arraigned today in Malden
District Court in connection with allegedly being in possession of
improperly stored firearms without a license during an incident on
interstate 95 in Wakefield this weekend. All defendants arraigned
today by Judge Emily Karstetter in Malden District Court were
ordered held without bail pending a dangerousness hearing scheduled
for Friday, July 9, 2021. The prosecutor who handed today’s
arraignment is Assistant District Attorney Graham Van Epps
Alban El Curraugh and John Doe 2 had their arraignments continued to
tomorrow, July 7, 2021.
John Doe 1 was ordered held pending fingerprinting and positive
identification. The next date in his case is Friday, July 9, 2021.
The juvenile will be arraigned at a later date
The defendants are identified as follows (two of the defendants
continue to refuse to identify themselves),
JAMHAL TAVON SANDERS LATIMER, a.k.a. JAMHAL TALIB ABDULLAH BEY, 29,
of Providence, R.I.;
ROBERT RODRIGUEZ, 21, of the Bronx, New York;
WILFREDO HERNANDEZ, a.k.a. WILL MUSA, 23, of the Bronx, New York;
ALBAN EL CURRAUGH, 27, of the Bronx, New York;
AARON LAMONT JOHNSON, a.k.a. TARRIF SHARIF BEY, 29, of Detroit,
Mich.;
QUINN CUMBERLANDER, 40, of Pawtucket, R.I.;
LAMAR DOW, 34, of the Bronx, New York;
CONRAD PIERRE, 29, of Baldwin, New York;
A male juvenile, age 17;
John Doe #1, refusing to identify self;
John Doe #2, refusing to identify self.
All defendants have been charged with:
Unlawful possession of a firearm;
Unlawful possession of ammunition;
Use of body armor in commission of a crime;
Possession of a large capacity weapon;
Improper storage of firearms in a vehicle; and
Conspiracy to commit a crime.
Additionally, Hernandez, Johnson, Dow, and the juvenile male are
charged with furnishing a false name to police.
Based on the preliminary investigation all 11 males refer to
themselves as a militia and state that they adhere to “Moorish
Sovereign Ideology.” The group claimed that it was traveling from
Rhode Island to Maine to conduct what it refers to as “training.”
None of the men, who were dressed in military fatigues and body
armor and were armed with long guns and pistols, has a license to
carry firearms. The group was in possession of four pistols, a
shotgun and four rifles, including three AR-15 style rifles in
addition to thousands of rounds of ammunition. They were also in
possession of binoculars and body armor.
This is an ongoing investigation being conducted by the Middlesex
District Attorney’s Office, Massachusetts State Police detectives
assigned to the Middlesex District Attorney’s Office, the State
Police Crime Scene Services Section and State Police.
More Boat Parade
July 6, 2021 - Please enjoy more from the Lake Maspenock Boat Parade
2021.
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Hopkinton Police Incident Log Abstracts Occupied vehicle at HSP Rafferty boat ramp,
wrong way driver on/off 495, unoccupied vehicle
left in lot on West Main, HS student allegedly sold contraband
to caller's HMS son, unwelcome coyote in caller's backyard,
40 cars in EMC garage having a memorial, coyote walking
circles unafraid in caller's backyard - ACO put down,
rollover accident with entrapment on Chestnut St - extricated 28
minutes later - OUI arrest, motorcycles racing up and down Downey
St w/o headlights, 2 deer struck on 495, unauthorized charges on
bank account, walk light gets stuck at Lumber/Main,
large party shooting fireworks, white shepherd loose,
(3) fireworks complaints...
July 2, 3, 4 5
One New Arrest
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Lake Maspenock Boat Parade 2021 July 6, 2021 - "We need a bigger boat!" Great
themes across the water at the Lake Maspenock Boat Parade on Monday.
America's Birdday July 5, 2021 - Dave documents the progress of
an American bald eagle family. Above, this year's young looks ready
to fly, but the parent will judge that. They do not get their
recognizable white crown and tail feathers until after three or soyears..
Can You Spot (<--- Hint) the Queen Bee? July 5, 2021 - Dave has sent a photo of
cultivated bees purchased by his daughter. The queen is easy to
"spot."
Yes, It's a Fly, But Julie's Story is Amazing
July 5, 2021 - I'll take pictures of
anything that catches the eye! And of course, try to find
something interesting out about them. This glowing fly is a
Green Bottlefly.
Adult Common Greenbottle Flies drink nectar and help pollinate
crops like broccoli, cabbage, collard greens, onions, and kale.
Adults are a metallic green color. Some have shades of yellow on
their shiny bodies. All have black hairs sparsely covering the
body and large red eyes. The timing of this species' life cycle
is well-studied and useful information thanks to its diet and
habitat.
Common Greenbottle Fly larvae eat from the carcasses of dead
animals. Knowing the size and life stage of the maggots makes
their presence at a crime scene useful in timing the
decomposition of corpses. This species of adults is one of the
first flies to arrive on a corpse. Thanks to short lives, they
move through various life stages in days, not weeks or years,
offering valuable information to forensic teams. Maggots have
also been used medicinally to clear rotting tissue from humans
when surgical options are ineffective or impossible. When placed
in an infected, necrotic area, the maggots carefully devour the
dead tissue, sparing the healthy tissue, thereby cleaning the
wound.
The more you know! ~ Julie Ford
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Hopkinton Police Log Abstracts 4-car MVA on Main Street, traffic light too
long,
unauthorized vehicle in handicap space, fraud,
mulch fire extinguished on West Main Street,
ongoing issue, tree on wires on Pond Street,
mulch smoldering, bike seat stolen, more
mulch fire, B&E East St commercial property -
stolen items, car blocking deliveries, individual
complains someone took his picture on Church St,
incident of fraud, pontoon boat on beach - fire burning,
3 vehicles drag-racing down South St,
West Main resident requests AC be turned on,
youth walking in dark clothing, lost wallet, $300 charge
on card, camper broken down, money scam via VENMO,
trees and wires issues (4) due to storm, boiler red-tagged,
hit and run, fraud (2), visiting team out of control,
teen bleeding from (stabbing?) - 2 suspects fled,
fuel leak at Main Street Auto, male jumping in front of traffic
on Cedar Street, juvenile suspect turns himself in...
June 28, 2021
June 29, 2021
June 30, 2021
July 1, 2021
Fire Logs 6/21 - 6/28
No New Adult Arrests
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Real Estate Transactions for Hopkinton
New Transactions from June 26, 2021 to July 3,
2021
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Friday, 9 July 2021, at 0900 hours will be the HopkintonVets
Breakfastat
the Senior Center. Old Guard New England will be the
guest chef. The entire cooking/serving crew has first-hand
experience with military chow and inside/outside "mess"
operations.
The menu comprises eggs, hash browns,
bacon, and beef hash (SOS returns during the August breakfast),
with tasty donuts, crumb cake, and coffee.
Agenda items
will include naming Lost Comrades, Vets on Sick Call, historical
remembrances of military events of 9 July, announcements of
ongoing local veterans activities, and closing quips by Jacques
LeDuc.
Members of the American Legion Post
will lead the gathering in the Pledge of Allegiance and grace
before the meal.
See you there.
Out.
Runneth Over
July 4, 2021 -
Mike Beatty, our fountain hero of the week, found and cleaned a
clogged filter on the Town Common irrigation system that supplies
water to the fountain. Maybe this or low ground water level was the
cause of the fountain not getting enough make up water last week
which required us to temporarily shut down the fountain. The recent
rain likely improved the ground water level also. The fountain is
back on line. Thanks Mike, and Happy Fourth of July to all in
Hopkinton. We will miss the Horribles Parade this year...
~from Fountain Guardian Emeritus,
Ken Weismantel. HopNews File photo.
JOINT
UPDATE FROM MIDDLESEX DISTRICT ATTORNEY’S OFFICE
AND MASSACHUSETTS STATE POLICE
The ongoing investigation by Massachusetts State Police detectives
assigned to the Middlesex District Attorney’s Office, the State
Police Crime Scene Services Section and State Police Troop A has
determined that all 11 males arrested yesterday in Wakefield refer
to themselves as a militia and state that they adhere to “Moorish
Sovereign Ideology.” The group claimed that it was traveling from
Rhode Island to Maine to conduct what it refers to as “training.”
None of the men, who were dressed in military fatigues and body
armor and were armed with long guns and pistols, has a license to
carry firearms. Troopers have recovered eight firearms thus far:
three AR-15 rifles; two pistols; a bolt-action rifle; a shotgun; and
a short barrel rifle.
The defendants are identified as follows (two of the defendants
continue to refuse to identify themselves),
JAMHAL TAVON SANDERS LATIMER, a.k.a. JAMHAL TALIB ABDULLAH BEY,
29, of Providence, R.I.;
ROBERT RODRIGUEZ, 21, of the Bronx, New York;
WILFREDO HERNANDEZ, a.k.a. WILL MUSA, 23, of the Bronx, New
York;
ALBAN EL CURRAUGH, 27, of the Bronx, New York;
AARON LAMONT JOHNSON, a.k.a. TARRIF SHARIF BEY, 29, of Detroit,
Mich.;
QUINN CUMBERLANDER, 40, of Pawtucket, R.I.;
LAMAR DOW, 34, of the Bronx, New York;
CONRAD PIERRE, 29, of Baldwin, New York;
A male juvenile, age 17;
John Doe #1, refusing to identify self;
John Doe #2, refusing to identify self
All suspects are charged with the following offenses:
Unlawful possession of a firearm, eight counts;
Unlawful possession of ammunition;
Use of body armor in commission of a crime;
Possession of a high capacity magazine;
Improper storage of firearms in a vehicle; and
Conspiracy to commit a crime.
Additionally, HERNANDEZ, JOHNSON, DOW, and the juvenile male are
charged with furnishing a false name to police.
Additional charges are possible if the ongoing investigation,
including the expected search of the defendants’ two vehicles,
determines they are warranted.
The juvenile defendant will be released to parental custody. The
remaining adults will be each be held at the Billerica House of
Correction on $100,000 cash bail. They will be arraigned next week
in Malden District Court.
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Talk About Safety
July 4, 2021 - From Hopkinton Police
Department facebook: On June 17, 2021 Officer Jay Deiana visited
Rachel's Rascal Daycare and talked with the rascals about safety and
then gave out safety coloring books. Lastly the rascals toured the
cruiser and had fun with the public address system. Thank you to
Rachel for sharing her rascals with us. Have a happy, safe and great
summer "rascals."
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Hopkinton Garden Club July 3, 2021 - The Hopkinton Garden Club has
acquired these modern-type of planters (Self-watering) and spruced
up the Downtown area. We recently photographed a couple of others
the club placed on each side of the Hoyt statue. Bravo!
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Growing so Fast July 4, 2021 - David's baby barn swallow.
Wakefield Armed Standoff Ends in 11 Arrests
July 3, 2021 - Massachusetts State Police
marked the beginning of an armed standoff on Route 95 in
Wakefield by stopping to see if a vehicle in the breakdown lane
needed help. They came upon armed men who refused to identify
themselves, and instead scattered into nearby woods when
challenged further. Here is a self-styled member of The Rise
of the Moors
live-streaming in the early morning and then later in the
morning. MSP Col.
Mason
spoke to the press while the standoff was ongoing.
WCVB's
take on the conflict following the Colonel's press
conference. In the photo above appear to be "Bear Cats" surplus
military armored troop carriers made available to police
departments and organizations, such as CEMLEC (Central
Massachusetts Law Enforcement Council), which has responded to
despondent individuals and a swatting in Hopkinton in
the recent past (Sniper
on C Street)
Below in a photo Tweeted by author Nick
Adams - an apparent video screen grab - are two of the
individuals allegedly involved in the incident, one appearing to
be the individual narrating the live video. According to
District Attorney Marian Ryan, the individuals - as of this
writing unnamed - will be arraigned in court on Tuesday.
1.) Lake Whitehall Boat Parade still on for July 4th beginning at
1:45 pm.
2.) Light Up The Lake postponed until July 4th at 8-11:00 pm.
Smoke on the Water
July 3, 2021 - Much fog on Lake Whitehall yesterday as seen from
Highland Street, and over the Lake Whitehall Dam.
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Very Special Memories
July 2, 2021 - Thinking ahead to this year's
July 4th weekend I was reminded of one of the most patriotic moments
I have ever experienced. It happened on a Monday in April of 2014.
I was fortunate to take the attached photos a few minutes after Meb
Keflezighi was crowned winner of the 2014 Boston Marathon.
More than usual, the flags on the Boston Public Library seemed to be
beaming with pride as Meb was being interviewed by
WBZ-TV's Steve Burton [Off-camera].
The gold olive wreath from Marathon, Greece added a historic touch
to a day that spoke to the power of the human spirit
as well as adding more meaning and depth to ... Boston
Strong!
Happy 4th of July America, and thanks Meb and the BAA for a
memorable moment!
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Green Heron
July 2, 2021 - By David M Hughes.
Police Report No Danger to Public
Hopkinton stabbing victim expected to live
HOPKINTON
— July 2, 2021 - Chief Joseph Bennett reports the Hopkinton Police
Department has charged a teenager in connection with a stabbing that
occurred yesterday.
A JUVENILE MALE, AGE 14, OF HOPKINTON, is charged with Assault and
Battery with a Dangerous Weapon.
Police report there is no perceived threat to the public and all
parties involved are known to each other.
At 1:48 p.m. on Thursday, Hopkinton Police responded to a report of
a stabbing involving teens at an apartment complex on Constitution
Court. Upon arrival, police found a 14-year-old Hopkinton boy had
suffered injuries that are serious but not believed to be
life-threatening. He was taken by ambulance to an area hospital.
The suspect voluntarily turned himself in to police on Thursday
night. No bail was posted after he was booked and he was released
into the custody of his parents overnight. He is expected to be
arraigned in Framingham Juvenile Court later today.
Hopkinton Police are actively investigating the incident. Chief
Bennett also wishes to thank the Middlesex District Attorney’s
Office for their support throughout the investigation. No further
information is available at this time.
~ from Hopkinton PD News
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Development Under Agreement with Toll
Brothers
July 2, 2021 - Originally planned for over
30 homes, the development being constructed between Chamberlain
Street and Whalen Road has been reduced to 29, and is now under
agreement, according to developer Paul Mastroianni, with Toll
Brothers, a Fortune 500 company that claims to be the 5th
largest homebuilder in the United States. Their website lists
Whalen Road as the site of their future sales office, and the
photo below as an example of their luxury kitchens.
The plan above shows two cul-de-sacs, each ending at an access
intended to be for emergency use only. The new neighborhood will
be accessible by driving through two existing neighborhoods that
the residents did not want to be cut-throughs to avoid Downtown.
On their website, Toll Brothers is calling the new development
Edgewood at Hopkinton, and listed starting prices at
$1.5 million.
Which is it?
July 2, 2021 - Are they free, or are they $3? On Pond Street.
George Behrend Jongeling, 78
George
Behrend Jongeling, 78, of Milford, Massachusetts
passed away on Tuesday, June 29, 2021. George was a generous, wise
and kind man whose life was truly a blessing to his loving family
and his many friends.
Born in 1943 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, George was the eldest
child of George and Evelyn Jongeling. His childhood was spent on his
family’s dairy farm in Chancellor, where he had many adventures and
helped his parents with every aspect of the farm’s operation. After
attending a one-room schoolhouse through eighth grade, George
graduated from Chancellor High School in South Dakota in 1961.
George went on to graduate from the South Dakota School of Mines and
Technology in 1966 with a degree in Mechanical Engineering.
George started his engineering career in the field of power
generation with the General Electric Company. Business travel for
his various management positions took him all over the United
States, Europe, and Africa during his 25 years with G.E. In 1989,
George joined the Swiss Company ABB as Vice President of Turbine
Power Generation. He completed his professional career as Vice
President of Gas Operations for Keyspan Energy of New England,
retiring in 2005.
During their 28 year marriage, George and his wife Judy traveled the
world, both on business and during their retirement. They enjoyed
many winters in Naples, Florida, always welcoming their family
members to join them. George was an outdoors enthusiast, and enjoyed
annual fishing and hunting trips with his best friends in Alaska,
Colorado, Missouri, and South Dakota. George treasured the special
trips he made with his children to Egypt, Spain and Greece.
George is survived by his wife Judy; his daughter Kristi (Worcester,
MA); his son Steven and partner Rita (Clifton Park, NY); his
grandson Alex and his wife Sarah (Latham NY); his former wife Vera
(Sioux Falls); his brother Charles and his wife Barbara (Sioux
Falls, SD); his sister Darline (Charlotte, NC); his step-daughter
Lisa Vega and her husband Joseph (Napa, CA), and their two children,
Roger and Jolie; his step-daughter Lana McAuliffe and her
husband John (Hopkinton, MA) and their children, Tommy,
Sam, Jack, Zachary & Lisa; and many beloved nieces, nephews and
cherished friends.
George was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle
and friend. Always there for everyone, with an easy smile and a
helping hand. His was a life well-lived.
A memorial service will be held at a later date in Chancellor, South
Dakota.
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Hopkinton Bows to St. Mary's, 5-2, in 2021 MIAA Baseball Eastern MA
Div. 2 Championship
PJB Tournament
July 1, 2021 - The Mastroianni family, parents Noreen and Paul in
front and two of the three triplets, Christopher and Ryan behind,
pause for a photo during the golf tournament for Project Just
Because on Monday. Below, from left: Spencer Dryden of Scott's
Landscaping, Select Board member Brendan Tedstone, John Palmer of
McIntyre Trucking, Scott Dryden of Scott's Landscaping at Hopkinton
Country Club for the PJB tournament. Contributed photos.
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"Let Your Journey Start Here"
Pease enjoy an excellent video about Hopkinton put together by the
Hopkinton
Chamber of Commerce.
Expansion
June 30, 2021 - Chris Siarkos cuts the
ribbon at his family's latest restaurant venture, this time in
Framingham at the location of the former 400 Club, now The
Buckley Kitchen and Bar. Mr. Siarkos, his son, Zach (far right)
and son in-law, George, on left, are known in Hopkinton for
rebuilding Bill's Pizzeria building, upgrading its menu, and
adding entertainment. More recently, they opened MAZI in
Ashland, also offering entertainment, as well as a very modern
menu. They were not committal when asked about entertainment in
the new venue.
Below, George Vasilakeris, Roy MacDowell,
Zack Siarkos and Mayor of the City of Framingham, Yvonne Spicer
greet one another prior to the ribbon cutting, Ms. Spicer was
clear that today is her birthday. Mr. MacDowell is well known in
Hopkinton for developing Legacy Farms. He also recently
developed The Buckley in Framingham, hundreds of luxury
apartments for which the new eatery is named.
Donald Quentin Sears, 95
Donald
Quentin Sears, 95, of Hopkinton, passed away at his
home on Tuesday, June 29, 2021. Born in Newton, he was the son of
the late Edith (Hubbard) and Chester Hunt Sears. He was the beloved
husband of 68 years to Margaret “Peg”(Schermerhorn) Sears of
Hopkinton.
Don and Peg raised their family in Wellesley, then resided in
Holliston for 9 years before retiring in Yarmouthport on Cape Cod
for 23 years. Donald was a graduate of Phillips Exeter Academy and
Harvard University.
He served in the Army Air Corps during WWII. Don
and Peg loved to travel in the U.S. and Canada visiting National
Parks in their motor home. Don loved family visits, enjoyed
woodworking, photography and was an avid golfer, whose favorite golf
courses were the Nehoiden and the Kings Way Golf Courses.
Besides
his wife, Donald is survived by his children, Jane Sears Pierce and
her partner Daniel Goodwin of Holliston, Laura Sears Brady and her
husband, Paul Francis Brady Jr. of Eastham, Margaret Lynne “Mardy”
Sears and her husband Venkatesh Gopal of Evanston, IL. He also
leaves behind his sister, Carol Veum and her husband, James of
Franklin; grandchildren, Christopher Donald Pierce and his wife,
Amanda Elizabeth of Blackstone, Sarah Jane Pierce of Wrentham,
Ashwin Sears Gopal of Evanston, IL, and great granddaughter Penelope
Elizabeth Pierce of Blackstone; as well as many nieces and nephews.
He is predeceased by his siblings, Richard, Douglas and Bruce Sears.
A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, July 7th at 10:00 a.m.
at Chesmore Funeral Home of Hopkinton, 57 Hayden Rowe St.
www.ChesmoreFuneralHome.com Interment will take place on
the same day at 2:30 p.m. at Massachusetts National Cemetery in
Bourne. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Don’s name to
The American Heart Association at www.heart.org
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Roadwork
Notice
Crack Sealing work is scheduled to begin
on Thursday July 1 on the following streets. One lane of traffic
will be open at all times. Work is expected to take approximately
two weeks. Work hours will be 9am-3pm except for Frankland Rd which
will be 7am-3pm. All work is subject to change due to any potential
bad weather.
Please do not park any vehicles in the street as it will prevent the
contractor from completing the work.
East Main St (Full length),
Elm St (Wood St to Lumber St Ext),
Frankland Rd (Legacy Farms Rd North to Cross
St),
Grove St (Full length),
Hayden Rowe St (Grove St to Teresa Rd),
West Main St (Main St to Lumber St and School St
to the Upton town line),
Wood St (Whisper Way to Exchange St).
Thank you, Mike Mansir Highway Manager.
Muhammad Ali from around 1970 pointing out
what some today might call systemic racism,
with light humor.
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Rosemarie Phipps, 82
Rosemarie
Phipps, 82, of Hopkinton, passed away Monday, June
28, 2021 at Golden Pond Assisted Living in Hopkinton, surrounded by
family. Born September 22, 1938 in Natick, MA, she was a longtime
resident of Framingham and Hopkinton.
Rosemarie worked hard her whole life at many jobs, retiring from
Keefe Technical school so she could spend more time with family and
friends. She was a wonderful mother, grandmother, aunt, cousin and
friend. Not a day went by that she did not speak to one or many of
her loved ones. She loved to travel with her family, especially to
see Nubble Light, listen to and sing music, as she did in the St
Tarcisius choir, and be with her family and friends on holidays. In
her spare time she enjoyed cross-stitching, ceramics and reading and
attended every Boston Marathon from her front yard in Hopkinton for
over 20 years. Her ever-spoken mantra “make the memories” defined
her life.
She is survived by her 3 loving children: Deborah Pennie and her
husband, Robert of Millville, Michael Phipps and his fiancée, Debbie
Brodeur of Mendon, Matthew Phipps and his wife, Heather of Lowell.
She also leaves behind 5 grandchildren: Shannon Pennie, Brian Pennie,
Derek Pennie, Samuel Phipps and Dominic Phipps, her sister Lorraine,
life-long friend Mary Greenwood and Rosemarie’s long-time partner,
Calvin Greenwood.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, July 1st from 4-7 p.m. at the
Chesmore Funeral Home of Holliston, 854 Washington St.
www.ChesmoreFuneralHome.com A funeral Mass will be
celebrated on Friday, July 2nd at 11 a.m. at St. Mary’s church in
Holliston. Burial will be held at St Tarcisius Cemetery in
Framingham. In lieu of flowers, donations in Rosemarie’s name may be
made to Brookhaven Hospice, 114 Turnpike Rd, Suite 206, Westborough
Ma, 01581
Real Estate Transactions for Hopkinton
New Transactions from June 19, 2021 to June 25,
2021
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Parade Around Track at David M Hughes Stadium June 28, 2021 - HCA Director Kelly Grill,
students, and volunteers at this past Saturday's first LGBTQUIA
Pride Parade in Hopkinton. The parade was organized by the Hopkinton
Freedom Team, with help from the Hopkinton Youth Commission.
For more information: https://www.hopkintonfreedomteam.org
Hopkinton
Police Incident Log Abstracts Noise complaint, absent resident hears of
truck damage
to stone wall from neighbor, custody questions, vehicle's
front wheel fell off on Wood Street, dog barking for 45 minutes,
Community Policing at Pride Parade at David M Hughes Stadium,
small dog running in road - reunited, fraud [x2], traffic backed up
from State Park, forged prescription, weaving operator
arrested for OUI, lost wallet, found wallet, sparks from wire
behind residence, odor from gas fireplace - shut off unit,
June 25, 26, 27, 2021 New Arrest
Fire Logs
Congratulations!
Canty's Underdog Scholarship continues to
give ten $1000 scholarships each year. This would not be possible
without the support of our community. The class of 2021 recipients
of the scholarship in Memory of Brad Canty are: Holly Burns, Haley
DeLuca, Katelyn Diune, Katherine Graham, Nicholas Igartua, Katherine
Morse, Megan Murchie, Charlie Nealon, Catherine Szczepankiewicz, and
Nia Alvarado-Rodriquez.
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Whodunnit? June 28, 2021 - Beautiful flowers in
modernistic planters at the Hoyt statute. According to Mary-Anne
Guild, Hopkinton Garden Club member, the club was responsible for
these and the others like them around the Downtown.
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Farmer's Market
June 27, 2021 — Soft music, light breeze,
fragrant food, sparkling jewelry and alpaca "wool" to satisfy all of
the senses at the Hopkinton Farmer's Market today. The market will
take July 4 off.
Sharon E. Schiloski, 73
(New funeral service location)*
Sharon
E. Schiloski, 73, of Hopkinton, passed away suddenly
on Saturday, June 26, 2021 at Mass General Hospital in Boston,
surrounded by her 5 boys. Born March 26, 1948 in Framingham, she was
the loving daughter of the late Francis and Helen (Bernard) Deiana.
She was the wife of the late Robert Schiloski.
Sharon worked at both Clearpoint and Carbones in Hopkinton for many
years, before retiring to take care of her most prized possessions
in life, her grandchildren. Sharon was the most devoted Mother,
Nana, Sister, and Aunt. She was loved by so many and had a way of
making an entire room laugh. Not a day went by that she didn’t speak
to her loved ones.
She is survived by her 5
beautiful sons: Robert Schiloski and his wife, Jill of Franklin,
Peter Schiloski of Mendon, Philip Schiloski and his wife, Jody of
Hopedale, Richard Schiloski and his wife, Sandy of Upton, and David
Schiloski of Hopkinton.
She also leaves behind 14
grandchildren, soon to be 10 great-grandchildren, 6 siblings: Helen
Ware, Sheila Matejko and her husband, Mike, Richard Deiana, William
Deiana and his fiancée, Kathleen, Terri Kenney and her husband,
Jack, David Deiana and his wife, Stella, Peter Deiana and his wife,
Mary, her sister in law, Lola Dzerkacz and her husband, Frank, and
brother-in-law, Kenneth Schiloski; as well as many nieces and
nephews who she loved like her own. She was predeceased by her
brothers, Francis and Bruce Deiana; her sister, Cindy Deiana, and
her brothers-in-law, Philip and Paul Schiloski.
Visitation will be held
on Tuesday, June 29th from 5-8 pm at the
Chesmore Funeral Home of Hopkinton, 57 Hayden Rowe St. *A
funeral service will take place on Wednesday, June 30th at 10:00
a.m. at Chesmore Funeral Home. Burial will be held privately at a
later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in Sharon’s name may be
made to BayPath Elder Services, Inc. 33 Boston Post Rd. W,
Marlborough, MA. 01752.
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They're Back! June 27, 2021 - Live performing musicians are
back, and so are their fans. Above, Back Pages, Doug Betschart and
Inky Fair rocked the house at Bill's Pizzeria last night as part of
the band's monthly Saturday rotation. Mazi, Bill's other place in
Ashland, will present them this coming Thursday. Mazi has live
entertainment both Thursdays and Saturdays.
Their July schedule is here. And on Wednesday,
The Buckley Kitchen and Bar in Framingham, part of the growing
Siarkos family of restaurants, will open to the public.
Cricket Pays June 26, 2021 - Members of Hopkinton's large
South Asian community formed a cricket league that held a tournament
today and donated part of the proceeds to the Hopkinton Police.
Above, Chief Joseph E Bennett accepts the check from Ravi Dasari,
Hopkinton Cricket Club. Photo by David M Hughes.
A Day in the Life
Julie Ford doesn't seem to want to travel
far from her Hopkinton home until "Baby," her adopted crow, is fully
healed and ready to fly with the best of them. Above is a
short video of Baby and some other feathered friends that have
her on their foraging route.
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Morgan's is also open Sundays for fresh fish, take and bake and
lobsters.
Hopkinton 7, North Attleboro 2 June 25, 2021 - Cam Jarrett, Senior Captain, beats the throw to
first in this photo-finish, driving a runner home at the same time. Conor Kelley pitched the entire game.
Hopkinton Center for the Arts June 25, 2021 - Willie J Laws brought them in
and cranked them up on the lawn at Hopkinton Center for the Arts
tonight.
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Balance Rock June 24, 2021 - A View of Balance Rock in
Arches National Park at 1 AM yesterday morning as Jupiter rises on
the left, while the Full Moon out of Frame on the right illuminates
the Landscape! ~John Collins
Where's the Road Kill? June 24, 2021 — Dave got a shot of a perfect
turkey vulture specimen today, but the road kill that was nearby was
removed digitally.
1. Vulture attempts to board an airplane with a dead squirrel under
its wing.
2. "You can't bring that on the airplane," barks the attendant.
3. "Why not?" asks the vulture. "It's carrion."
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Just the Facts, Please June 24, 2021 - Teresa Boyce left her post at
the grill in a rush to take more orders from people in line at
Snappy Dogs on Grove Street this afternoon, as Lisa Volpe Hachey
prepared the condiments for ongoing orders, and the line thinned
out. Teresa is just concerned with what is going on the grill, and
Lisa with the toppings.
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Patience Rewards June 24, 2021 — The photographer saw the eyes
in the great blue heron bulging, followed by coinciding body
language, and was inspired by its patience, which rewarded the bird
with a nice fish, and the photographer with a nice photo. A close
look reveals that the bird's open beak has pierced the fish, perhaps
a 'pout, in two places; today in Little Pond at the end of
Lake Whitehall.
Nothing But Pressure Here
June 24, 2021 - Hopkinton resident Mark
Mercer of Under Pressure* cuts the ribbon for his new Hopkinton
location at 88A Elm Street this morning surrounded by family,
staff and Hopkinton Chamber of Commerce executives.
Mr. Mercer, although a Hopkinton resident,
began his thriving business in Framingham, but saw this
opportunity to be adjacent to Route 495 — also near his
Hopkinton clients and family — and moved quickly to lease the
space. Under Pressure has an
informative website and can be reached easily on
facebook.
Mr. Mercer is a graduate of the New England School of
Photography, and also attended Boston University Center for
Digital Imaging Arts, but was instead drawn to continue to grow
his successful business. Visitors to his office at 88A Elm
Street will be missing out if they do not ask to see his camera
collection.
* Yes, "Under Pressure" is also the name
of a song by Queen, but song titles themselves are not protected
by copyright.
Feeding Time
June 23, 2021 - Barn swallow chicks giving
their parents no option!
June 23, 2021 - We recently broke ground on
the new Center for Creativity and Design! We're eager to share
updates as the construction progresses. ~ Fay School
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Tribute to K-9 Kitt June 23, 2021 - Yesterday, numerous members
of the Massachusetts State Police, including members of our K-9
Unit, joined at Gillette Stadium to pay respect and bid farewell to
Braintree Police K-9 Kitt, killed in the line of duty earlier this
month. K-9 Kitt was a member of the Braintree Police Department for
12 years and was partnered with Officer William Cushing Jr. for 11
of those years. Rest in peace K-9 Kitt.State Police Superintendent
Colonel Christopher Mason and Deputy Superintendent Lieutenant
Colonel Scott Warmington were also in attendance at today's
services. ~From MSP.
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Two FREE HCA Concerts This Weekend This weekend the HCA has two FREE outdoor
concerts lined-up! Willie J Laws on Friday, June 25 and the Nate
Aronow Nextet on Saturday, June 26. Both concerts are from 6:30 to
8:00. Get your free tickets for these and more events at www.hopartscenter.org/events-calendarHopNews file photo.
HCA Dance Program Expands
Lease is signed and we are excited to
announce the HCA dance program, which has grown tremendously this
past year, is temporarily moving to 22 South Street in Hopkinton (in
the Price Chopper Plaza).
Come check out the new space at our Open House on July 15 |
3:30 to 6:00pm
Hopkinton
Police Log Abstracts Delivery truck strikes underground garage
(South St.),
2 dogs running loose down Hill St., trailer in
swamp on Cedar St., BOLO from Ashland for
Dodge Charger or Challenger with female yelling for help,
report of stolen vehicle, backing up MSP, minor accident
on West Main, spent fireworks in Sandy Beach lot,
caller believes BB hit window, tree down across
Clinton St., caller reports driver failed to yield to
him in crosswalk, caller reports motor vehicle
not returned, more...
June 21, 2021
June 22, 2021
After
a hiatus in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Hopkinton
PolyArts is pleased to be returning to the Hopkinton Common on
Saturday, September 18th to host the 46th annual event. Hopkinton
PolyArts was established in 1974 as a festival that featured
regional artisans, crafters and local nonprofits managed by a small
committee of volunteers. This has become a cherished all day town
event and highlights talents of local artists, often it is said that
it is attendee’s favorite day each year in Hopkinton per Pam
Litchfield who has help orchestrate the event for many years.
The revenue from the Hopkinton PolyArts vendor fees has always been
reinvested into aspiring artists from Hopkinton, in the form of
annual scholarships to high school seniors. Even without hosting the
2020 Hopkinton Polyarts festival a commitment was made by the
committee and an anonymous supporter to still host a scholarship to
a 2021 applicant.
The 2021 Hopkinton PolyArts Scholarship was awarded to Antonio
“Tony” Weissinger. Tony is an Eagle Scout, a member of National
Honor Society, along with being very involved in local and regional
theater and musical productions. Tony graduated from from HHS and is
heading to Northeastern; his long-term goal is to someday operate
his own nonprofit theater bridging generations together.
See
PolyArts on facebook, and read full press release.
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June 21, 2021 - Looks like the senior tennis
players are posing for their best "Trading Card" shot tonight before
squaring off against Plymouth, which they won 5-0.
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Hiller Baseball
Hopkinton 3, North Quincy 0 June 21, 2021 - Throw from short to first for
the out!
Red Squirrel Visiting on Porch June 21, 2021 - Dave isn't going to let a
beauty like this get away without a photo.
Beth Lavoie, 70
Beth
Lavoie, 70, passed away
peacefully on June 19, 2021, lovingly surrounded by her family at
her home of 41 years in Hopkinton, MA. Born on March 2, 1951 in
Syracuse, New York, Beth was the first of five children of the late
Dolores (Reynolds) and Edward Burke. She and her late husband, Leo
Lavoie, were married for 36 years.
Beth treasured spending time in Chatham, MA, where she created a
second home filled with wonderful memories. Amazingly kind and
empathetic, Beth naturally put people at ease and had a way of
making them feel cared for and heard. Her unforgettable, merry laugh
will be missed dearly. Beth loved The Sound of Music and would often
sing the songs to her children and grandchildren. A few of Beth’s
“Favorite Things” included great conversations with interesting
people, knowing her children were safe and happy, her first sip of
coffee, days at the beach, going out to dinner (especially for a
delicious prime rib!), a meaningful quote, a customized playlist, a
good book and hosting family holidays.
Beth is survived by her children, Matthew Patrick Lavoie of
Arlington, VA, Pattie Colleen Reid and her husband, Jesse of Stow,
and step-daughter, Linda Lavoie and her wife, Mary Ann Germain of
Worcester. She also leaves behind her siblings, Patty Gibson and her
husband, Denny of Westport, CT, Michael Burke of Dallas, PA, and
Chris Burke of NYC, along with her nephews, Jack, Max and Bo Gibson.
She is predeceased by her brother, Steve Burke. She cherished being
“Nana Beth” to her beloved grandchildren Emmett Leo and Felicity
Shea Reid.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 24th from 4:00-7:00 p.m.
at the Chesmore Funeral Home of Hopkinton, 57 Hayden Rowe St.
www.ChesmoreFuneralHome.com . A funeral mass will be celebrated
on Friday, June 25th at 10:30 a.m. at Saint John the Evangelist
Church in Hopkinton. Interment will be held at a later date. Beth’s
family is forever grateful to the doctors and nurses that cared for
Beth. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in memory of Beth
Lavoie to support the Mass General Cancer Center under the direction
of Dr. David Miller and his work. Gifts can be made in Beth’s name
at
www.giving.massgeneral.org/donate . Checks
made payable to Massachusetts General Hospital can be mailed to: MGH
Development Office C/o Tara Henry 125 Nashua St, Suite 540 Boston,
MA 02114.
Hopkinton
Police Incident Log Abstract Mailbox hit and run, [2] deer struck- one
fled - other deceased,
32 year-old Franklin man making suicidal statements via text,
Wellesley PD request touch base with resident re: hit and run,
Maple Ave resident reports cameras outside he entrance,
red mini-van taping dirt bike doing a wheelie, reckless
driver got out of car and threatened caller, Kruger Road
caller reports banner torn off of property, suspect in Wellesley
hit and run not in driveway, boys jumping fence and then
jumping into pool, Census Bureau harassing resident,
large snake stuck in net, daughter drove into chain
and left the scene of the damage, loud kids o Lumber Street,
checking individual behind Center School on foot at 12:45 am, White Ford F-150 pickup hit and run - f/e
damage, State Park traffic
backed up for 2 miles on Cedar Street, parking citations issued
on Cedar Street, Citations issued - illegally parked trailers and
aggressive jet ski operators... more.
June 18, 2021 - June 20, 2021
Fire Logs
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Real Estate Transactions for Hopkinton
New Transactions from June 11, 2021 to June 18,
2021
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The Knack June 6, 2021 - Nicole Fornal shares this
photo of a railroad bridge over the Blackstone River taken,
ironically, from another former railroad bridge that is now
a walking path. Nicole has a knack for seeing the natural and the
manufactured combine in brilliant photographs taken with her phone
camera and aided by the
HDR photographic method.
No need to Leave Home June 20, 2021 - Thanks again to Julie Ford
for sharing her incredible eye for animals and other creatures, and
without needing to leave her Hopkinton home much at all lately.
Today's close up is of a garter snake helping her "with pest
control."
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In Training June 20, 2021 — The American bald eagle that
Dave Hughes has been photographing had a young one that could barely
see over the edge of the nest when we last saw it. Now, it appears
the little one has grown enough to begin learning how to move on
tree limbs, below. Next, we might see how-to-flap-wings lessons.
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Mini-show June 20, 2021 - The Red Devil Car Club
brought a handful of their unique vehicles to Fairview Estates on
East Main Street for a Father's Day viewing this morning.
Did Dad say something about a typical New England clambake with
steamers and lobster?
Having guests over to celebrate Fathers Day, but don't feel like
cooking?
There is a solution to both:
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Ricardo at MAZI, early.
Then, Greek Night 10 pm - 1:00 am
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Alpacas June 19, 2021 - Charlton Street in Oxford today.
Shapes of Things June 19, 2021 - Despite all of the
surrounding visual distractions, we can tell easily where the birds
are, even from 100 feet away.
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Jerry Reaches Out
Editor:
As I have
thought about the events of the last few days, I mentioned a lot
of people who have helped me and my business along, while I was
busy moving out of the space that the people of Hopkinton have
graciously supported with their gasoline purchases, and the
trust they have put in me for repairing their vehicles.
Sometimes when you're busy like the last few days, it takes a
while to settle down and put it all in perspective. There is one
person I forgot to mention.
I want to be sure people know how
thankful I am to Scott Dryden for his work putting on that party
for me at Cornell's the other day. He did a great job. It was
quite a sendoff.
Thank you, Scott,
Jerry Lazzaro
1292 Washington Street
Holliston, MA
Hopkinton 18, Franklin 6
June 18, 2021 - Caroline DiSimone takes a
home run victory lap today. Below, Emily Jurasek slides safely into
third.
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Hopkinton 4, Silver Lake 1
June 18, 2021 - Photo #1: First singles
player, Maya Storm, hits a forehand during her 3 set match loss
to Silver Lake Regional High School.
Hopkinton won the overall match, 4-1, and moves on to the South
Division 1 quarterfinals against Bishop Feehan High School on
Monday in Hopkinton.
Two Serious Father's
Day Meals
BBQ basics from Arena's or cooked, hot, individual clambakes from
Morgan's
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Hopkinton Police Incident Logs Amazon truck blocking half of road,
traffic
complaints via email, back window of vehicle on
Wood Street shattered (BB Gun), male trying to break,
into vehicles, lost dog on Church Street reunited,
Fawn Ridge residents victim of Ding Dong Ditch...
James
Patrick Fitzgerald Sr., 86, of Humarock and formerly
of South Weymouth, MA, passed away on Wednesday, March 24, 2021.
Born in Boston, he was the son of the late Mary Kate (Sullivan) and
Patrick T. Fitzgerald. He was married to the late Ellen (Kilroy)
Fitzgerald.
Jim grew up in Dorchester, MA and was a 1955 graduate of Boston
College. A Lieutenant in the Navy, Jim served as a Navy Pilot where
he flew a P2V Neptune aircraft. He worked for many years as Vice
President in Hospital Administration at Brockton Hospital. He was a
lifetime member of the Marshfield Yacht Club and attended St. Anne’s
Parish in Marshfield. Jim was extremely proud of his Dorchester
roots and his Irish Heritage.
Jim is survived by nine children: James P. Fitzgerald Jr.
and his wife Denise of York, ME and Hopkinton, Kevin P.
Fitzgerald and his wife Suellen of Westborough, Patrick T.
Fitzgerald and his wife Maureen of Milton, Daniel J.
Fitzgerald of Hopkinton, Paul F. Fitzgerald and his wife
Michelle of Mendon, John T. Fitzgerald and his wife Sandy of
Mansfield, Kathleen M. (Fitzgerald) Herlihy of Hopkinton,
David A. Fitzgerald of Hopkinton, and Mark J.
Fitzgerald and his wife Robin of Scituate. He also leaves behind
siblings, Josephine Noble of Weymouth, Thomas Fitzgerald of Boston,
Maureen Egan of Boca Raton, FL, W. Paul Fitzgerald and his wife
Joyce of Naples, FL, and sister-in-law Mary Fitzgerald of Walpole.
He is predeceased by his siblings John “Jack” Fitzgerald and
Catherine “Sissy” Gillis.
Jim will be fondly remembered as Grandpa by his 21 grandchildren;
James (“Jimmy”) Patrick III, Kaitlyn, Kylie, Gillian, Liam, Meghan,
Shannon, Joseph, Aidan, Brendan, Maryellen, Andrew, Owen, Ciara,
Colin, Quinn, Elizabeth, Patrick, Ryan, Catherine and Mary. He was
also “Uncle Jim”, “Big Jim” or “Mr. Fitz” to dozens of nieces,
nephews, extended family and friends.
During his long work tenure, Jim was dedicated to supporting the
nursing staff at Brockton Hospital, whom he held in highest regard.
Throughout his years, he enjoyed fishing and lobstering off the
coast of Scituate, swapping stories with friends at the Marshfield
Yacht Club, and taking generations of family water skiing on
Monponsett Pond in Halifax, MA. To all who knew him, no visit with
Jim was ever complete without some quick-witted one-line humor, a
glass (or two) of cold beer, and the backdrop of Irish music
crackling on a portable radio.
Funeral mass announced: Friday, June 25th 10:00 a.m. Saint Ann by
the Sea, 591 Ocean St. Marshfield, MA.* Arrangements under care of
Chesmore Funeral Home of Hopkinton,
www.ChesmoreFuneralHome.com . In lieu of flowers, please
consider a donation to your local food pantry. *Revised date.
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Knock, Knock
(A Dad Joke)
A. Knock Knock
B. Who's there?
A. Moo.
B. Moo Who?
A. Aw, don't cry!
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It's a Wonderful World
June 17, 2021 - "Our first visit this morning from Mom and her 8
poults! The sun wasn't even all the way up yet, this was very
early-around 6 am. Such a treat to see in the yard! They foraged
around the grass and even came up and grazed under our bird
feeders. Our next generation! Love this time of year, babies
everywhere! But the poults are my favorite, so adorable AND they
make the cutest little peeping sounds! Fingers crossed we get to
watch all 8 grow over the summer!" ~ Julie Ford
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In case you missed yesterday's news:
Hopkinton Police Incident Logs Several calls on dead dog on East Main
Street,
detective receives tips, traffic speeding on School Street,
stolen ipad, water leak on front lawn, 2 car MVA - no PI,
individual ingests pills, arrest on a warrant,
female harassed by a male,
bunnies chased by a cat, hydrant on the ground,
June 16, 2021
Arrest Log
Sandra Lea Dow, 76
HOPKINTON
- Sandra Lea Dow, 76,
passed away Tuesday, June 15, 2021 at Milford Regional Medical
Center after a courageous battle with cancer. She was the wife of
Charles Dow, to whom she was married for 52 years. Born in
Amsterdam, NY she was the daughter of the late John and Sadie (Wojnar)
Guzielek.
Sandra attended Syracuse University and received her Master’s Degree
in Fine Arts Education from Assumption College . She met her husband
in Boston, then settled down in Hopkinton where they raised two
children.
She worked as an elementary art teacher in the Sudbury school system
and at the Edgebrook School in Framingham. She also worked as a
coordinator/ducent at Danforth Museum. She was actively involved in
the YMCA after school arts education program and the Champions after
school program. Out of her home in Hopkinton, she ran the Country
Day School, where she taught art to children.
She was insanely funny, incredibly loving and smart as a whip. She
adored animals and loved to create, draw, sketch, paint and sculpt.
She was multi-talented and extremely gifted.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by her children
Christopher J. Dow and his wife Rebecca Lane of Whitinsville and
Alexandra K. Dow and her boyfriend David Clemmons of Boca Raton, FL,
a granddaughter, Bella Lane of Beverly, and her dog Holly Golightly.
Calling hours will be held Saturday, June 19, 2021 from 1:00 to 3:00
p.m. at the
Callanan
Cronin Funeral Home, 34 Church Street, Hopkinton. A funeral
service will take place at 3:00 p.m. in the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Sandra’s memory can be made to
Baypath Humane Society, 500 Legacy Farms North, Hopkinton, MA 01748.
Breakfast June 17, 2021 - Julie says a Downy woodpecker
is
feeding her fledgling.
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2021 Lake Maspenock Safe Boating Day and Vessel Safety Check
WHEN:
Saturday, June 19, 2021 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
WHERE: Dock at 30 Lakeshore Drive (Drew Logan's house on the
lake)
Have your outboard, inboard, personal
water craft, pontoon boat, kayak or canoe inspected for
mandatory state and federal safety equipment by a certified U.S
Coast Guard Auxiliary member. There is no charge for this
service and no penalty for not having the required equipment, we
simply explain what is needed and that’s it.
A 2021 Vessel Safety Check decal will be issued upon completion
which is recognized by local and state environmental police.
Inspections take no more than 10 minutes of your time, hope to
see you there!
Thanks,
LMPA Executive Board
Hopkinton Police Incident Logs Someone ripped down a Pride flag on Winter
Street,
toolbox left on side of road no longer there, TT Rollover
at Ramp 4 [Exit 21B WB] with injured occupant stuck - refused
further treatment, tree crew blocking road, large knife
found in garden beds, large turtle on property removed by Officer
Tyler W Brabham, more...
Until We Meet Again June 16, 2021 - Above, Longtime Hopkinton
service center operator [currently Shell] of nearly 40 years, Jerry
Lazzaro and wife Jane at Cornell's Irish Pub yesterday as friends
and customers offered their best wishes and partook of a buffet
arranged by friends. Mr. Lazzaro expects to bring himself and his
repair crew to brother Neil's Village Service Center on Route 16 in
Holliston, while he continues to plan for a garage in Hopkinton.
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Up Close June 15, 2021 - Thank you to Mr. Coutinho for
sharing this up close and personal of Tuesday's rollover.
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Firefighters Memorial Sunday June 15, 2021 - Hopkinton firefighters took
part in Memorial Sunday on June 13, 2021, posing in front of the
station, above, beside the new Ladder 1, and at the Firefighters
Memorial on Mayhew Street.
TT Rollover on West Main Street! June 15, 2021 - Thanks to loyal HopNews reader
Olivia Enegess for sharing this video she took while passing the
scene of a tractor-trailer rollover this afternoon; it appears while
exiting Ramp 4 (21B) onto West Main Street westbound.
Looks like tanker lost some fuel.
Karen
L. Sherman, 53
Karen L.
Sherman, 53 of Goochland, Virginia and formerly of
Hopkinton, passed away on Saturday, June 12, 2021. Born in
Framingham, she was the daughter of the late Shirley (Swain) and
Bruce Creswell Sr. She was the former wife of Ralph Sherman Jr. of
Rhode Island.
Karen was a member of the class of 1986 at Keefe Tech in Framingham.
She enjoyed horseback riding, going to Provincetown, and baking
cakes for her children’s birthdays and other special occasions.
She is survived by three sons, James Sherman and his wife, Trinity
of Goochland, Virginia, Jeffrey Sherman and his wife, Alyssa of
Waltham, and Joshua Sherman of Rochester, New Hampshire. She also
leaves behind her brother, Bruce “Chip” Creswell Jr. and his
wife, Kerry of Hopkinton; her grandchildren, Avery, Kandice,
Jace, Dean, Bruce, Lily and Andrew; her nieces, Kate Lee- Reyes and
Brenna Creswell and great-niece, Harper Reyes.
Due to distance and covid, public services will take place at a
later date. Arrangements are under the care of the Chesmore Funeral
Home of Hopkinton, www.ChesmoreFuneralHome.com
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DO YOU KNOW THIS MAN? If so, if you are a friend, a customer, or a
patron of the Friday Night get-togethers, stop by Cornell's Irish
Pub this afternoon for a friendly, private send-off for Jerry
Lazzaro, who will be vacating 60 Main Street on June 18th. His
friends have organized a party in his honor on this day, and you are
invited. Party begins at 3:15. Jerry gets there at 4:00 pm. Let's
fill the room and greet him!
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Heavey, Marilyn M. “Mandy”
(Moore)
Heavey,
Marilyn M. “Mandy” (Moore) – Of Danvers, formerly of
Natick, passed away on Thursday, June 10th after a long
battle with Alzheimer’s Disease. Born in San Diego on June 11, 1938,
Mandy lived in many places as her family moved with her Navy father
from base to base, including Japan, Alaska, Texas, California and
Florida. Mandy lived many years in Natick where she was an active
member of the community including as a CCD teacher for multiple
years.
Mandy received a BS degree with a major in
Mathematics and a minor in Microbiology from Texas Tech and was
involved in technology at a very early time. She was thought of as
a pioneer in women breaking technology companies' glass ceiling as
she gained more and more responsibility. She
started out as a software programmer for the Navy Tactical Data
Systems.
Over the years she held positions from
individual contributor to senior management in software development,
engineering, software applications, operations, IT, Mergers
and Acquisitions and Program Management
for many types of products/services companies
including Beckton-Dickinson, Prime
Computer, Apollo Computer, BeFree and HP.
In addition to her career accomplishments Mandy was known to many
for her kind and caring personality and love of practical jokes. She
was always asking “how could she help”, “what did people need” and
was involved in the community to support local causes. Also, there
was never an April Fool’s Day that passed by that she didn’t “fool”
someone with a practical joke that would have her laughing for
hours.
Mandy is survived by
her three children and their spouses – her sons, Blair Heavey and
his wife Nicolette from Ipswich, Dennis Heavey and his wife
Andrea from Hopkinton, and her daughter Le Chaney and her
husband Keith from North Andover. She was also beloved and known as
“Grandy” to her grandchildren Ryan, Kelsey, Devon, Brent, Kyle,
Anna, Carter and Nina who she glowingly talked about. She also is
survived by her brother Ben Moore III (“Mike”) and his wife Cynthia
of Manlius, NY, and her
cousin Helen Deane Bennett of Winston-Salem, NC.
Relatives and friends
are invited to attend a Funeral Mass on Saturday, June 19, 2021, at
10:30 am in St. John the Evangelist Church, 20 Church St.,
Hopkinton, MA, followed by a reception and celebration of Mandy’s
life. In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made in
Mandy’s name to the local Alzheimer’s Association, 309 Waverly Rd.,
Waltham, MA 02452,
act.alz.org/donate. Funeral arrangements are under
the direction of the George L. Doherty Funeral Service, Somerville.
For more information, please visit
www.dohertyfuneralservice.com
Hopkinton Troup 1 Court of Honor June 15, 2021 - Hopkinton Boy Scout Troop 1
held a Court of Honor last night on the Veterans Memorial Gazebo,
awarding advancement in rank as well as achievements in merit, all
done during the pandemic. Contributed photo.
UNIBANK WELCOMES SUMMER INTERNS
UniBank 2021 Interns.jpg Photo Caption: UniBank’s 2021 Summer
College Interns include: (L-R) Kate Labrie, Sophie Plouffe, Ben
Potter, Mike Wickstrom, Jack Tessier, James Cannon, Trevor Ham,
Derek Knobloch, Robbie Cannon. Contributed content.
WHITINSVILLE, MA – On
June 7th, UniBank welcomed nine local college students to take part
in the bank’s 2021 Summer College Internship program. The program,
coordinated by UniBank’s Training & Development Manager, Heather
Kicelemos, allows the interns to integrate knowledge and theory
learned in their college classrooms to contribute to bank projects.
The goal is for the interns to experience valuable applied
experiences and make connections in the fields they are considering
for their respective career paths.
Each intern has been paired with a mentor in their respective field
of interest which includes Finance/Accounting, Marketing, Retail
Administration, Credit, Sterling Associates, Commercial Lending,
Compliance, and Community Reinvestment. They will work closely with
their mentors on assignments and projects. While completing the
designated assignments, the interns will be included in department
and committee meetings and will be provided networking opportunities
with other departments throughout UniBank. They will also have
weekly interactions with the bank’s Senior Leadership Team.
UniBank’s 2021 Summer College Internship program interns include:
James Cannon (CRA) – Providence College, Management
Robbie Cannon (Marketing) – Providence College, Marketing and
Finance
Trevor Ham (Credit) – Clark University, 2021 Economics and
Management graduate/2022 MBA candidate
Derek Knobloch (Credit) – Bryant University, Finance and Applied
Analytics
Kate Labrie (Sterling Associates) – Bryant University, Human
Resources
Sophie Plouffe (Finance) – UMass Amherst, Economics and IT
Ben Potter (Compliance) – UMass Amherst, 2021 Finance graduate
Jack Tessier (Commercial Lending) – Holy Cross, Economics & History
Mike Wickstrom (Retail Administration) – Providence College,
Marketing & Sociology
“It is quite exciting to see these students embarking on their
summer internships with UniBank,” commented Michael Welch, UniBank
CEO. “The teams they join from across the bank share in my
excitement and are eager to work with these students. We are looking
forward to a productive summer providing enriching experiences for
our interns.”
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Hopkinton Police Incident Logs Dead Possum on roadside, individual on
Chestnut Street
being loud, did not receive online order, birdfeeder moved
[possibly by animal], locked in State Park, male walking behind
Hidden Brick homes vomiting, individuals outside a
vehicle on Cedar Street at 2am, individual complained
outdoor church services on East Main are too loud, TT
unit causing traffic backup, 3 parking violations on Cedar Street,
cars blocking drive, sister opened bank account in dead
father's name, neighbor shooting paint balls onto property - oops -
it was son, someone screaming profanity, more... HPD Photo: Officer Polselli with Special Olympics Athlete.
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Mary Ellen (Hession)
Bertschmann
Mary
Ellen (Hession) Bertschmann passed away peacefully
at her home of 50 years in Sherborn, Massachusetts on Sunday, May
30, 2021. She has been surrounded by her loving husband, three sons,
three daughters-in-law, and ten grandchildren. Mary was a loving,
caring, and dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She was
known for her sense of humor, her love of life, and enjoying happy
hour by a warm fire. Some of her favorite times were spent with
family in their house on Cape Cod and on casino vacations in the
Bahamas. Mary was also a passionate sports mom and an amazing
artist. Her paintings have been seen on exhibit and lovingly adorn
the walls of her and her families’ homes.
Mary is survived by her husband Peter of Sherborn, MA; her
son Christopher and his wife, Jean of Hopkinton, MA and
their daughters, Samantha (Boston, MA), Madeline (New York, NY),
Sarah (Brighton, MA), and Molly (Hopkinton, MA); her son, Gregory
and his wife, Kathryn of Scituate, MA and their children, Kelly
Chamblin and husband, William (Dover, MA), Kevin (Norwell, MA),
Kristan (New York, NY), and Holly (Boston, MA); and her son, Timothy
and his wife, Ashley of Walpole, MA and their children, Lilly
(Walpole, MA) and Jack (Walpole, MA).
A private graveside service will take place with family at Pine Hill
Cemetery in Sherborn. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to
Sherborn Fire Department 22 North Main St. Sherborn MA. 01770
Arrangements are under the care of the Chesmore Funeral Home of
Holliston, www.ChesmoreFuneralHome.com/
In Mama's Shadow June 13, 2021 -Looks like Mama or Papa making
a shadow behind this gosling. Or, it could be one of its 8 siblings!
Looks like wings are sprouting.
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Electing delegates for the Massachusetts Democrat State
Convention taking place on September 25th at the Tsongas Center
in Lowell Open to the public; registered Hopkinton
Democrats invited to participate
Hopkinton,
MA – June 17th: The Hopkinton Democratic Town Committee (HDTC)
is holding its nominating caucus to elect delegates to the
Massachusetts Democrat State Convention.
Check-in and registration will begin at 5:30 PM & caucus at 6pm
at 118 Hayward Street in Hopkinton in person and also with a
virtually component, pre-registration is advised if attending
virtually. The link to register and attend virtually is
available on the HDTC’s website:
www.Hopkintondemocrats.org
Registered Hopkinton Democrats or Unenrolled Voters who switch
to Democrat that night may vote. Unenrolled voters must have
been registered as Unenrolled for at least one week prior to the
caucus. Republicans and 3rd Party voters may not participate in
the caucus.
On September 25, 2021, Democrats from across the state will come
together at the Tsongas Center for the 2021 Convention, where
they’ll adopt a Party platform, discuss Party business and
celebrate our successes as we prepare for upcoming elections.
The event will take place in-line with all federal, state and
local health guidelines and will include a virtual option for
participation.
Following the Caucus, the HDTC will host their June monthly
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Definitely Annie! June 13, 2021 - The Hopkinton Farmers' Market
is not all about radishes and rhubarb. Hopkinton's own Annie Merzel
shows off a handcrafted piece, above. Her distinctive jewelry is all
hand-crafted and one of a kind. Her next showings at Hopkinton
Farmers' Market are June 27, August 29, September 26 and October 3.
Or give her a call at 508-341-8087.
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Unbelted Operator Ejected, Dies - Belted Passenger has Minor
Injuries
June
13, 2021 - This morning around 1:00 a.m. a 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
was traveling east on Route 6 approaching exit 78A. For reasons
still under investigation, the vehicle crossed the solid yellow
fog line on the northern edge of road, driving onto the rumble
strip. The operator attempted to turn hard to the right to
re-enter the travel lane and the Hyundai rotated and rolled over
and then went off the southern edge of the road.
The unbelted operator, a 22 year old Hyannis woman, was ejected
from the Hyundai and suffered fatal injuries. The front
passenger, who was belted, was able to remove herself from the
Hyundai with minor injuries. The investigation into the crash is
ongoing and is being conducted by Troop D of the Massachusetts
State Police with assistance from the State Police Collision
Analysis and Reconstruction Section and the State Police Crime
Scene Services Section.
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LET THE CLAMBAKE BEGIN
Slow Ride June 12, 2021 - Liisa and friend, Nick, ride
the circumference of Weston Nurseries this afternoon, toward Legacy
Farms.
Surface Tension June 12, 2021 - This water lily, with its
weight widely distributed, floats on top of, but doesn't break, the surface tension of
the water here on Cold Spring Brook today.
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Gathering June 12, 2021 - Canada geese are beginning to
populate Bloods Pond as in years past, today.
Timlin 5k Packet Pickup:
June 17th and 18th
We are just over a week away from
the virtual Timlin Event. We have
over 350 registered runners/walkers
to support our fundraising efforts
for research to find a cure!
T-shirts and bibs available for
pickup at Webster First Federal Credit
Union 22 South St. Hopkinton, MA Thursday, June 17th 3-5pm Friday, June 18th 4-6pm
Registration is still open! Extra shirts will be
available to those that registered
after the May 27th guarantee date as
supply lasts.
A special shout out to all of our
amazing Sponsors this year! Thank
you for your continued support.
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Gold and Eagle June 11, 2021 - On Thursday, June 10, the 6
members of Hopkinton Girl Scout Troop #72975 bridged from the
Ambassador to Adult level of Girl Scouts. Now 2021 graduates of
Hopkinton High School, all of the girls began Girl Scouts in
kindergarten, and developed leadership skills through community
service and projects. Sammy Altman, Cate Barry, Holly Burns, Megan
Murchie, and Julianna Lucas have all received their Gold Award, the
highest achievement in Girl Scouts. Ellora Hoyt, one of the
pioneering young women in the integrated Scout program, earned her
Eagle Scout Achievement.
Pictured left to right: Julianna Lucas, Holly Burns, Megan Murchie,
Cate Barry, Ellora Hoyt, and Sammy Altman.
Tonight: Hopkinton 11, Holliston 3
Senior Softball Players: June 11, 2021 - Posing for Coach Hughes, from
Left to right: Sophia Oppedisano, Carly Stevens, Tara Kester, Sienna
Harrigan, Kristin McCluskey, Katherine Morse, and lifted up, Jasmine
Battikha.
John K, "Jack" Sweet, Jr., 85
HOPKINTON
- John K, "Jack" Sweet, Jr., 85,
passed peacefully on June 10, 2021 at his home in Hopkinton with his
family by his side. Born in Worcester, he was the son of the late
John K. (Sr.) and Cora (MacKay) Sweet. He was the husband of
Catherine M. (Kenney) Sweet, to whom he was married for 55 years.
Jack was a 1954 graduate of Hopkinton High School, and a 1957
graduate of Massachusetts Maritime Academy, where he earned his
bachelor’s degree in Seamanship and Navigation. Following his
education, he enlisted in the US military, serving in both the Army
and Navy. He was honorably discharged from the US Navy with the rank
of Lieutenant in 1967.
Following his military career, Jack went on to join Woods Hole
Oceanographic Institute, using his navigation background to
facilitate hundreds of scientific and government-related expeditions
on the R/V Knorr. Most notably, he charted the course that
ultimately determined the exact location of the RMS Titanic. He
retired from Woods Hole in 1996 after a 27 year career.
In
addition to his wife, Cathy, Jack is survived by his two daughters,
Jennifer Newman (Eric) and Elizabeth Callahan (Robert, Jr.), four
grandchildren – Frederick Newman, Noah Newman, Jackson Callahan, and
Lillian Callahan, and seven nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by
his sister, Brenda A. (Sweet) Danahy, and a niece, Karen Kenney.
Memorial calling hours will be held Wednesday, June 16, 2021 from
1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the
Callanan Cronin Funeral Home, 34 Church Street, Hopkinton. A
service will take place at 4:00 p.m. in the funeral home. Burial of
cremains will follow at St. John's Cemetery, Hopkinton.
UniBank Fireworks at Worcester Red Sox Games
Smiley Ball Mascot Appearance Dates Set
WHITINSVILLE, MA (June
11, 2021) – UniBank, Central Massachusetts’ premier community bank,
today announced along with the Worcester Red Sox, they will bring 12
exciting fireworks displays to Polar Park following all Friday night
home games in addition to July 3rd and 4th.
Chief Executive Officer Michael Welch said, ‘We are extremely proud
to be a Founding Partner of the Worcester Red Sox and especially
pleased to be the presenter of this great tradition of post-game
fireworks. UniBank Fireworks Nights are certainly great
entertainment for the fans at the game and we expect hundreds of
thousands of people will see the displays from their homes or in
gathering spots around Worcester. Doing something special for the
city was paramount in our decision to sponsor these games.”
In addition to the Fireworks, Smiley Ball will be doing mascot
appearances in June at the following UniBank branches:
June 22nd; Hopkinton 87 West Main Street; 11:30am-12:30pm
June 23rd; Upton 113 Main Street; 11:30am-12:30pm
June 24th; Milford 91 Prospect Street; 11:30am-12:30pm
June 26th; Whitinsville Main 49 Church Street; 9am-10am
June 26th; Uxbridge 25 North Main Street; 11am-12pm
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Hopkinton Police Incident Logs Gigantic turtle on Huckleberry Road, traffic
on
Hayden Rowe backed up to Milford, large trucks
prior to 7:00 am on North Mill possibly violating
bridge weight limit, suspicious phone call,
suspicious male on Woodview,
truck parked by boat ramp, sign says no
construction vehicles on Wilson Street,
K-9 deployment, 2-car MVA - no PI,
5 dogs running off-leash, car vs. pole,
911 call for threats on Maple Ave,
lost cockatiel - grey with yellow head feathers,
more...
June
10, 2021
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Good Eye June 10, 2021 - Garrett Morrissiey lets this
high pitch go past tonight, in a game that was Holliston's 6-2.
Win $20 June 10, 2021 - Be the first to email
editor@HopNews.com with the
name of the artist who drew this photo and receive a $20 check from
HopNews. No nicknames. Family, employees not qualified to win.
Check out Harbor to Hill on facebook. On Sundays this summer, Morgan's Harbor to
Hill's fresh seafood case will be stocked, and one very exciting
special to go will be available. Check our our HopNews Tiny Video
later tonight to find out what dinner is in the tray below.
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Mother and Child
June 10, 2021 - A doe and her fawn in
Woodville. Mom turned her ears around like the radar turret on a
battleship, making sure that there is no apparent danger nearby.
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Lessons in Life-Saving June 10, 2021 - A dozen or more first
responders gathered at Hopkinton State Park this afternoon for a
training seminar for underwater rescue and recovery.
Hopkinton Police Incident Log Individual sleeping in vehicle on Rafferty
Road (2am),
wallet found, traffic light malfunctioning, erratic operator,
strange email received, found keys, fraudulent activity on
bank account, mulch smoldering, suspicious phone call,
male following her and her husband on Dale Road,
woman fears someone in her building due to harassment,
inside odor of gas, certain truck always speeding
on Sanctuary Lane, more...
Norwood 14, Hopkinton 7 June 9, 2021 - Above, number 3 (we await a
roster) defies gravity to bring this Norwood fly ball down to end an
inning last night as the varsity Softball team fell hard to Norwood,
but giving it 100% at all times.
MassBay STEM Grad, Hopkinton Resident, Accepted to WPI
WELLESLEY
HILLS, Mass. (June 9, 2021) – Oliver Yasuna of Hopkinton, MA, has
been accepted to Worcester Polytechnic Institute in Worcester, MA,
where he will study computer science in fall 2021. After attending
college for a short time post-high school, then being in the
workforce for more than a decade, Oliver knew that if he wanted to
advance his career, he would need to learn additional skills and
earn a college degree. He chose to attend MassBay as it was the best
place for him to receive a quality education with the flexibility
and support he needed as a single father.
Oliver made Dean’s List every semester, was inducted into the Phi
Theta Kappa International Honor Society, and is now graduating from
MassBay with a 3.96 GPA. Additionally, he was a mentee in the
MassBay STEM Mentor Program and tutored his peers in math through
the College’s Academic Achievement Center. While studying at MassBay,
Oliver interned at Perthera, Inc. in Holliston, MA, which developed
into full-time employment.
“I don’t know if I would have come back to college if it wasn’t for
my son, but I’m glad I did,” said Oliver. “WPI is a dream college
for me. Ten years ago, I would not have believed this was possible,
but here I am headed there in the fall.”
Oliver graduated from MassBay with his associate of science degree
in computer science, earning high honors. His future goals include
earning his master and doctoral degrees, as well as beginning his
own startup company. ~MassBay PR
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Tireless
June 10, 2021 — Video camera operator for
HCAM Denise Antaki turns the corner after finishing shooting at the
softball game to operate the video camera at the baseball game. We
can assume she also worked her full-time job for the eight hours
prior to all this!
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Warren Lodge Feast
June 9, 2021 -The John Warren Lodge of the Masons
held a festive surf and turf Luau on Tuesday. Above, some of the
attendees, both members and guests. Contributed photo by John
Coutinho.
Milford Regional Awards Scholarships
MILFORD – Milford
Regional Medical Center has awarded two scholarships to high
school graduates who plan to pursue medical studies in college.
The
Milford Regional Auxiliary awarded their annual scholarship to
Olivia Macleod of Milford, and Akshara Shankar of Holliston.
Each recipient received a $1,000 scholarship. Olivia plans to
study biomedical engineering or microbiology, while Akshara
plans to pursue a career as a doctor or researcher.
The Perry Volunteer Scholarship was awarded to Melanie Bisbee of
Whitinsville. Candidates for the scholarship are Milford
Regional volunteers who best exemplify the characteristics
valued by former volunteers Bill and Anne Perry: volunteerism,
athletics and a sense of humor. Melanie plans to study nursing
with the goal of working in pediatric emergency medicine.
Hopkinton Police Incident Logs 2-car MVA - no PI, Smith Road resident
complains
that mail is pampered with, dump trucks blocking
traffic, porta-pottie is full, mail tampered with on
Tammer Lane, damage to mailbox,
3 MV speeding in lower lot at State Park,
caller reports inappropriate signs on East Main,
more... June 8, 2021
June 8, 2021 - Check out HopNews Tiny Video above; less than a
minute.
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Do Not Disturb
June 8, 2021 - Look
who I just noticed, tucked away in our lily garden?!!! I noticed
when he/she stood up to stretch. Thought my 50 year old eyes
were playing tricks and I was seeing some sort of giant spotted
butterfly! We stretched, then tucked back under all the lilies,
all cozy again. So heart wrenchingly ADORABLE...and TINY.
If you ever see one like this, Do NOT disturb! They almost NEVER
need rescuing. A quiet, motionless fawn is a healthy fawn! Does
will put fawns someplace they feel safe while they are out
foraging (and to hide fawns from predators while they eat), and
will return for them, up to 12 hours later.
I'm honored to know they feel safe here. After seeing that tiny
face, I will never again be annoyed that we never get any lilies
because the deer eat all the buds before they bloom. ~ Julie
Hopkinton Police Incident Logs Deceased cat on yard, portable gas container
in road, assisting stuck tractor trailer, daughter's
identity stolen,
loud music from neighbor's East Main property,
son injured riding bike, East Main Street dog barking
for one hour, toilet smashed on Hayden Rowe Street,
people at Woodview Way walking trails, Deceased Possum,
Deceased skunk, fully loaded U-Haul stuck,
woman received a call from female yelling for help - determined
it was a scam, possible B&E, cars from party
obstructing traffic, assisting fallen woman on Main Street,
caller reports bird's nest with babies inside, machine blocking
road, noisy construction equipment, broken glass in road,
assistance with sidewalk, "excessive" fireworks on Priscilla,
State Park over-capacity closing leads to traffic/parking/pedestrian
fiasco, multiple parking tickets all over town,
Motor vehicle vs. deer, lost keys, found wallet, box of
razor blades spilled onto road, lost stroller, stop sign obstructed
by foliage, lost wedding band, truck hit Southborough train
bridge - could not locate, street bike driving dangerously,
jet skis creating wakes in boat ramp area, more...
June 4, 5, 6, 2021
June 7, 2021
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Whole Lotta Love! June 6, 2021 - Scene on the way to the
car parade.
"I'll be there for you!" June 8, 2021 - Friends throughout school
years gathered at the gazebo prior to the Senior Gala a few days
ago.
Contributed photo.
Sleepy Hollow June 7, 2021 - HopNews "Birder-in-Chief"
Julie Ford has identified the species as the common grackle; as they beckon for food with mouths agape.
Thanks to Dave for his keen eye.
Steve Spector Shares "The Boxer"
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Hopkinton Community Summer Band
to Perform Sunday July 18 on Common
"It's not too late to sign up" - "We'd love to have you
join"
Want to perform? Practice makes
perfect! See practice schedule below:
File photo,
above. The Hopkinton Music Association is again
sponsoring the 16th* annual Hopkinton Community Summer Band. The band is
open to the greater Hopkinton Community ages 14 and up. If you
played an instrument in the past or are currently playing an
instrument, come and join us. Rehearsals will
be from 6:30 – 8:00 on Tuesday nights outside of the High School
Band room or indoors in case of weather. (We will send you a list of
successful COVID practices that we will adhere to in performance.)
The first rehearsal will be on Tuesday, June 15th and continue on
the following Tuesdays through July 13th. There will also be two
Thursday rehearsals on July 8th and July 15th. The band will
perform on Sunday, July 18th on the town common as part of the
Summer Concert Series. There is a
$40.00 registration fee to help defray some of the costs of the
summer band program.
Hopkinton Vets are Back in Business Thanks to the dedicated
Senior Center Staff
The next Vets
Breakfast is scheduled for Friday, 11 June 2021, at 0900
hours, in the Hopkinton Senior Center.
Most COVID-19 related restrictions have eased; however, if you are
not vaccinated, you are encouraged to wear masks.
Over the next two days you should receive a sampling of Military
anniversary events for 11 June, and baseball anniversaries for 11
June. Remember, the D-Day initial beach assault occurred on 7 June
1944. We will review Lost Comrades of recent months, and identify
the local Vets who are in Sick Bay. They will appreciate a visit or
note from you.
See you Friday. Out.
Black Swallowtail Butterfly June 6, 2021 - Enjoying Julie's waning
lilacs. Stunning!
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June 6, 2021 - We got a shot of nearly every single vehicle in the
parade yesterday, which we made into a slideshow; click above to
enjoy, and please share.
Twig Etiquette June 6, 2021 — This great blue heron this
morning - the females usually tend to the nest - just pulled that
twig out for reasons known only to it. The males gather the twigs to
bring to the female who might reject it, or need help weaving it.
Class of 2021 Car Parade Lead Vehicle June 5, 2021 — Above the lead vehicle, a
McIntyre Loam pickup truck, pulls the lead float to kickoff today's
Class of 2021 Car Parade at 10:00 am. Hundreds of vehicles took
part, which we expect to present Sunday in a slide show (two frames
above).
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Facial Recognition June 5, 2021 — You may want to cue the
music from The Twilight Zone while finding at least a half dozen
faces or parts of faces, grown in the fungi of this tree in Oxford.
In Purgatory June 5, 2021 — This beautiful frog was
sitting on the shore of a pond just
inside the bounds of DCR's Purgatory Chasm today, a magical place
where he may expect to find a princess to turn him into a prince.
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"I Can See For Miles..." ~ The Byrds June 5, 2021 - Well, this scene in Oxford
with a miles-long view is no Grand Canyon, but is, nonetheless, a
rare view of which the subjects with the best positions are
apparently uninterested.
Not a Rerun June 5, 2021 — Yes, it looks like a truck
that got hung up exiting a steep driveway on West Main Street
westbound a few weeks ago. However, it happened today in the
opposite side of the road, eastbound. At the time of this photo,
police were on their way.
About to Act June 5, 2021 — A green heron is on one leg,
about to strike. Near the bottom of the photo, a reflection in the
water may at first appear to the reader to be a fish looking out. It
is not. Thanks again to David M Hughes.
Female Hooded Merganser June 4, 2021 — Julie Ford took a morning off
from taking care of her recuperating crow and
captured come great shots at her secret location in Hopkinton.
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Class of 2021
June 4, 2021 — Above is one half of the Class
of 2021 having been certified as graduates moments before. The other
half was on the other side of the press box at the David M Hughes
Stadium. Below, the Class Officers greeting the guests, who are in
the following photo.
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Finally!
How Much Wood... June 4, 2021 - ... can a woodchuck chuck...?
Thanks to David M Hughes for sharing his keen eye.
Heather
Backman Resigns as Library Director
(HOPKINTON, MA - June
4, 2021) - Hopkinton Public Library Director Heather Backman is
starting a new chapter in her career and will be leaving her
position as Library Director on July 9. Heather has accepted a
position with the Weymouth Public Libraries.
Backman joined the Hopkinton Library in October of 2014 as the
Adult Services Librarian and was appointed as Library Director
in August of 2017.
During her tenure as Library Director, Heather led the
transition to the new building, expanded library programming and
increased foot traffic by 47.7 percent, circulation by 25.6
percent, and 1,577 new cardholders were added.
"It's been an honor to serve the Hopkinton community for the
last six and a half years and to work with the dedicated
individuals on the library staff, Board of Trustees, Friends of
the Hopkinton Public Library, and Hopkinton Library
Foundation,”
said Backman. “I greatly appreciate the opportunity to have had
the support of a Town Manager who understands the importance of
a vibrant public library. Many diligent and caring colleagues
throughout the Town have also been wonderful partners in my
work. I am grateful for the strong and continuing support of
this community for its library, and I know that the library team
will continue to do wonderful things for the Town of Hopkinton
under the guidance of our new Strategic Plan."
“Heather is a team player, a key contributor in senior leader
meetings, and an active participant in agency wide initiatives
and policy discussions,” said Town Manager Norman Khumalo. “She
is an intellectual powerhouse and pleasant to work with and will
be missed by all.”
“The Hopkinton Public Library Board of Trustees wishes Heather
Backman well in her new position and we offer our sincere
congratulations,” said Board of Library Trustees Chair Susan
Porter. “Our loss is the Weymouth Library’s gain and we are so
very sorry to see her go. Heather has been a wonderful director
during a very tumultuous time.
She has dealt with the opening of our new library and the Covid
emergency, among other things, with grace and sensitivity.
Heather, we will miss you and your intelligent and inclusive
presence.” HopNews Video grab.
Town Report Employee Salaries Addendum Now Available One category of information was absent from
Town Meeting, but did not go unnoticed by some. Responding to a
request from HopNews this morning, Town Clerk Connor Degan has made
the 2020 Town Employee salaries available. Click on the graphic
below to view all.
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Everybody's Gotta Eat! June 4, 2021 - Donald Sutherland of Long Life
Farms, the managers of the Hopkinton Farmers' Market, works
yesterday in the field formerly planted for the former Amato Farms
on the Hopkinton/Upton line. The market is open every Sunday through
June to October, 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm on Hopkinton Common.
Class of 2021 !!
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Hopkinton Police Incident Logs Large turtle on roadside, caller reports a
"Best of Hopkinton" scam, assisting Milford PD
locate an individual, complaint of
erratic operation...
June 3, 2021
Milford Regional Medical Center Achieves the Centers for Medicare
and Medicaid Services 5-Star Rating for Quality and Safety.
MILFORD - Milford Regional Medical Center received an overall
hospital quality star rating of 5 Stars from the Centers for
Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Milford Regional was one
of 455 hospitals out of 4,586 across the United States to
achieve a 5-star rating, and was one of 12 hospitals to receive
5-stars in Massachusetts.
“This is a testament to the extraordinarily high quality, safe
care provided by the team of providers and caregivers at MRMC”
stated Bert Thurlo-Walsh, MM, RN, CPHQ, Vice President & Chief
Quality Officer.
“We are proud to be among a select number of hospitals
nationwide to be recognized for quality and safety,” says Edward
J. Kelly, President and CEO of Milford Regional. “This
achievement is a reflection of the commitment our employees have
to providing unparalleled care to our community."
The CMS hospital quality star rating program uses measures from
the following categories to determine an overall star rating:
mortality, safety of care, readmission, patient experience,
timely & effective care, and efficient use of medical imaging.
CMS developed the star rating program to help consumers choose
highly rated hospitals based on comparing data on the CMS
hospital compare website.
Hillers LAX Alum to Run Marathon
Jaclyn Chirco to Run 2021 Boston Marathon for Hopkinton Girls Youth
Lacrosse
Wednesday, June 2,
2021
The Hopkinton Girls Youth Lacrosse Board of Directors is
thrilled to announce that HGYL alum Jaclyn Chirco will be
running the 2021 Boston Marathon on October 11, 2021.
Starting in third grade, Jaclyn began playing youth lacrosse in
Hopkinton. She continued her playing career at Hopkinton High
School, where she was a three-year starter in goal for the
Hillers. During her illustrious career at HHS, Jaclyn won the
Division 2 State Championship (2011), earned Tri-Valley League
All-Star Second Team honors (2012), and captained the squad
(2013) as a senior.
Following graduation, Jaclyn attended Assumption College where
she was a four-year starter in goal. As a senior, Jaclyn
captained the team and she was named to the IWLCA All-Region
Second Team and the NE-10 All Conference Third Team. Jacyln
graduated with a major in Marketing and minors in both
Accounting and Psychology. She went on to play two seasons
professionally for the Boston Storm of the United Women's
Lacrosse League (UWLX).
Jaclyn currently is the General Manager of Resilience Fitness in
Hopkinton. She lives in Upton with her dog, Waylon, a two-year
old boxer.
When asked about her motivation, Jaclyn said, “Hopkinton Girls
Youth Lacrosse is where I got my start and I am very excited to
give back to the program and be their runner for the Boston
Marathon!”
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Recycling June 3, 2021 - This female mallard appears to
have established her nest atop a beaver lodge. Waste not, want not!
Thanks to David M Hughes for sharing.
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Here are the 10 Safest Cities in America for 2021
1. Hopkinton, Massachusetts
2. Franklin, Massachusetts
3. Buckingham Township, Pennsylvania
4. Oakland Township, Michigan
5. Bernards Township, New Jersey
6. Ridgefield, Connecticut
7. New Castle Town, New York
8. Sparta Township, New York
9. Hamburg Township, Michigan
10. Bedford Town, New York
See thefull
listto find out if your city made the cut.
Arthur
L. Lane, 93, of Hopkinton, passed away following a
short battle with Covid-19 on Friday, May 8, 2020. Born in Saint
Clairsville, Ohio, he was the son of the late Goldie and Christopher
Lane. He was the husband of 71 years to Ann (Mead) Lane of
Hopkinton.
Arthur was a Navy Veteran of WWII, having served as Seaman 1st Class
on the USS Bulmer, USS Providence and USS Rochester. He was a
retired MBTA Transit Operator and also enjoyed working as a
carpenter. His favorite hobbies were hunting and fishing.
Besides his wife, Arthur is survived by five children, Richard A.
Lane of Nottingham, NH, James C. Lane and his wife, Kathleen of
Southborough, Paula Lane of Townsend, MA, Carolyn Freedman and her
husband, David of Upton, and David Lane and his wife, Mary of
Townsend. He also leaves behind a brother, James Lane of St. Clair
Shores, MI; 6 grandchildren, Christine Rice, Patricia Dash, Robert
Lane, Julie Aponte, Andrew and Sara
Freedman;
as well as 4 great-grandchildren, Troy, Kyle, Fiona and Girish. He
is predeceased by his sister, Betty.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, June 19th at 9:00 a.m.
at Saint Cecilia’s Church, Ashland. In lieu of flowers, donations
may be made to Veterans Association of America –
http://vetsaa.org/477323
Arrangements are under the care of the Chesmore Funeral Home of
Hopkinton,
www.ChesmoreFuneralHome.com
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June 2, 2021 - Starting today, May 29, 2021, we are now open for ALL
Seating at the bar, inside tables and outside tables. We are no
longer requiring face covers and masks to enter the bar and
restaurant.
Our focus will always remain on the health and safety of our
employees and customers. We know it is critical for us to be
transparent with information, and to be as proactive and responsive
as we can be as we begin to welcome you back to our restaurant.
We assure you we will act with your best interest and safety in
mind, continuing to make cleanliness a top priority.
Our business was significantly and materially impacted by this
crisis, we will always remain committed to providing the best
experience we can. And we are seeing improvement. Our staff
continues to show why they are the best in the business, upholding
our brand promise in the most difficult of circumstances. We are
humbled, and couldn’t be prouder.
As all restrictions have been lifted we will continue to practice
all recommendations from the CDC and Hopkinton Health Department. In
addition, we promise to do all that we can to keep our employees,
customers and the community safe – all while delivering you the best
dining experience we can.
Thank you for your continued support and patience.
Sincerely,
Colm and Ellen Scanlon
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Hopkinton Police Incident Logs Gas line struck on West Main Street, DMV on
495,
speeding vehicle "flipped off" caller, cones left on West Main
by Eversource, debris on West Main, argument with Amazon driver
on Frankland Road, caller complains property manager
entered her apartment with his key, DMV on West Main,
MSP requests Animal Control Officer for large bird with broken leg
on Route 495, more...
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Hopkinton Police Incident Logs Link to video - Thursday Fire on Saddle Hill
Road Fraudulent emails, traffic signals
malfunctioning,
threatening statements regarding dog,
Enfield ,CT PD requests drive-by, identity of
student's ride verified, DMV pushed to train station, two
off leash dogs chasing runners on Church Street,
road hazard on Main Street, hit & run on West Main Street,
noise complaint on Ash Street, West Main Street residence egged,
B&E on Downey Street, Past B&E on Hawthorne,
chimney fire on Church Street...
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Memorial Day in Hopkinton
May 31, 2021 - Please watch HopNews' hybrid
video/photo
slideshow of today's Memorial Day events; the last half is the
HHS band performing traditional selections. The last selection is a
version of "God Bless America" by the Hopkinton High School
Band that you'll want to hear again, and again (with headphones)!
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Town of Hopkinton Buildings Reopening June 1, 2021
Hopkinton Reopening Plan - Town Buildings -
NEW UPDATE
The Town of Hopkinton will reopen Town buildings to the public June
1, 2021, without the need for appointments; and will follow the
Commonwealth’s Reopening Massachusetts guidance and Centers for
Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) guidelines in lifting
Covid-19 restrictions. This means that face coverings are not
required for fully vaccinated individuals.
REMINDER: Town approved permanent outdoor expansion of
seating for Cornell's Irish Pub! May 30, 2021 - Now, friends can gather not
only in the nooks inside, but can make part of the outdoors their
space, too.
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GREAT NEWS!
STRONGER TOGETHER!
PLEASE GET YOUR VACCINE!
OUR YMCA GUIDELINES ARE CHANGING EFFECTIVE
MAY 29, 2021
We are following guidelines from the
CDC and local health officials to ensure our YMCA meets the
highest standards of hygiene and safety.
Please be advised as local, state and
CDC guidelines change the YMCA guidelines may change.
The safety of our members and staff
continues to be our top priority.
INDOORS
Masks are NOT REQUIRED for FULLY
VACCINATED INDIVIDUALS. Fully vaccinated members and program
participants are welcome to use our facilities, locker rooms and
participate in programs mask-free. If you prefer to continue to
wear your mask regardless of this transition, we welcome you to
do so.
Masks are, STRONGLY RECOMMENDED if
you are NOT A FULLY VACCINATED INDIVIDUAL.
Masks are, REQUIRED for all YMCA
Staff unless teaching group exercise classes.
Masks are REQUIRED for everyone in
our early Learning, School Age Care, Child-Watch and
Recreational Pre-School and Youth Programs ages 2 and up.
Reservations for group exercise, lap
swimming and child-watch will remain in place for your
convenience to ensure space is available at the time you
desire. Reservations are not required but you are risking that
space mat not be available when you arrive. RESERVATIONS
STRONGLY RECOMMENDED.
Lap swimming will increase to three
per lane for up to an hour.
OUTDOORS
Masks are NOT REQUIRED when participating in any outdoor
activities.
At this time, masks are NOT REQUIRED for summer camp while
outdoors.
Let us continue to demonstrate our core values of caring,
honesty, respect and responsibility as our YMCA community works
through this positive transition. We appreciate your continued
cooperation and support.
Hopkinton Police Department Welcomes New Police Officer Kevin Sager by
Taylor O'Neil Chief Joseph Bennett is pleased to announce
the hiring of a new police officer at the Hopkinton Police
Department.
Officer Kevin Sager has been hired as a full-time police officer
with the Hopkinton Police Department and will begin his new role
early next week. The Hopkinton Select Board approved his appointment
today, May 28.
"We are eager to welcome Kevin back to the community in which he
grew up and to the Hopkinton Police family," Chief Bennett said.
"Kevin brings with him substantial experience and training, making
him a valuable asset to not only our department but the community as
well. I'd like to thank the Select Board for approving his
appointment as he will assist our department in upholding the
highest standards of policing."
Prior to his appointment with Hopkinton Police, Officer Sager worked
at the South Portland Police Department for 13 years, where he most
recently held the rank of sergeant. He is specially trained in
emergency response, crime prevention, investigations and
supervision.
Officer Sager holds a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from
Saint Joseph's College of Maine. He also graduated from the Maine
Criminal Justice Academy's Basic Law Enforcement Training Program,
and is a certified drug recognition expert, field sobriety test
administrator and intoxilyzer, and electronic speed measurement
instructor.
Officer Sager will undergo a seven-week field training program at
the Hopkinton Police Department and will pursue other state
certifications and requirements. Contributed by
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HPLF to Provide $10,000 to Launch a “Library of Things” at
Hopkinton Public Library
May 28, 2021, Hopkinton,
Mass. – Since its inception ten years ago, Hopkinton Public Library
Foundation has contributed $1 million toward the cost of the Library
renovation and expansion. In honor of its 10-year anniversary of
supporting our Library, the Foundation is committing $10,000 to
launch a “Library of Things” at Hopkinton Public Library.
Wildly popular at libraries across the nation, a “Library of Things”
expands the boundaries of traditionally defined library materials to
include physical items such as technology, instruments, equipment,
games and other objects for loan to the community. A natural
expansion of the Library’s existing lending model, this new
collection will offer patrons the opportunity to explore, play and
learn from the “Library of Things” or try items before you buy them.
By funding a “Library of Things,” Hopkinton Public Library
Foundation aims to provide the physical tools needed to support
lifelong learning and creativity, and provide new ways for kids and
adults to interact and explore. As such, the collection will greatly
enhance the Library’s mission to “inspire exploration, discovery and
engagement” in our community.
Library staff are eagerly planning the initial offerings available
in our “Library of Things.” If you have an idea for an item to
include in this new collection, please reach out to Library Director
Heather Backman at
hbackman@hopkintonma.gov or keep any eye out for a community
survey on the “Library of Things.”
Teens have an opportunity
to provide their ideas at a Tuesday, June 8th, 7 – 8 p.m., Zoom
session of “Imagine Corps,” an innovation learning and community
service program for Metro-West teens that teaches participants
creative problem-solving and breakthrough thinking skills while
giving them an opportunity to benefit a local non-profit. Interested
teens and their parents can visit www.imaginecorps.org
to learn more and sign up for the June 8 session.
No Challenge Too Great
May 29, 2021 - Jim Calarese, renown Milford
photographer, shares this photo of an osprey being chased away by a
red-winged blackbird near Wareham. The males are very
territorial, and especially when there are young to be fed in the
nest.
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Hopkinton Police Incident Logs Bank telephone fraud, ring found on trail,
landlord
needs advice on removing vehicles, arrest for
warrant and Unlicensed Operation, inside odor
of gas - neighbor doing septic work, rowdy students,
identity theft, neighbor's dog bit caller's son, heavy
equipment being operated after 7:00 pm in violation
of Town Bylaw, more...
May 27, 2021 One New Arrest
Worth a Thousand Words May 29, 2021 - Despite promises from
politicians to the contrary, the congestion alone caused by
construction of Hopkinton's Main Street Corridor project is having
an impact on businesses, let alone the inaccessibility of both
Main Street entrances to the Shell station.
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Helpful May 28, 2021 - Yesterday, volunteers made
sure every veteran was recognized with a flag at the Hopkinton
cemeteries.
Itinerary for Memorial Day, Monday, May 31, 2021
Fire on Saddle Hill Road
May 27, 2021 - Thursday morning fire on
Saddle Hill Road, view from behind home, brought tankers in due to
the lack of hydrants in that area. The aftermath is below; the fire
is out and the home is boarded up. No injuries were reported. Above,
contributed photo.
Lawrence
(“Larry”) Tedstone, 74
NEW PORT RICHEY,
FLA. Lawrence (“Larry”) Tedstone, 74,
of New Port Richey, Fla., formerly of
Hopkinton, passed away peacefully
Wednesday, May 26, 2021 after a brief
illness. He was a graduate of
Hopkinton High School, class of 1965
and was a proud member for 53 years of
the International Union of Operators
Engineers Local 4, where he worked as an
equipment operator, welder, master
mechanic, and everything in between,
which included work on the infamous big
dig project in Boston… .
Upon retirement, Larry moved to Florida
where he lived out his final years. More
recently, he enjoyed spending time with
his fiancé Jane Brooks in Florida and
upstate NY, watching his grandchildren
Brendan (“Deuce”) and Ella play baseball
and softball.
Larry was preceded in death by his
parents Edward (Ted) Tedstone and Ella
Tedstone, his sister, Lynn Spinnazolla
and his wife Susan (Petrasko) Tedstone.
He is survived by his son, Brendan
Tedstone and his wife, Cristina;
grandchildren Brendan and Ella, and his
son Luke and his wife, Jennifer;
grandchildren Will, Nicole and Kyle.
Also survived by many cousins and his
nephew Bret Spinnazolla.
Memorial donations can be made to the
Hopkinton Ambulance Gift Account, 73
Main St. Hopkinton, MA. 01748. Private
services will be held at a later date.
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Town of Hopkinton Finalizes Agreement for Site
of International Marathon Center
Long-term Lease with 26.2 Foundation Opens Door for Multi-acre
Cultural and Educational Institution on Boston Marathon Route
HOPKINTON,
MA, May 27, 2021 – The Town of Hopkinton, MA announced today that it
has signed a 99-year lease with the 26.2 Foundation, granting the
nonprofit organization a 19-acre site on East Main Street in
Hopkinton for the development and construction of an International
Marathon Center (IMC). The site is located on Route 135 on the
Boston Marathon route, less than two-thirds of a mile from the
Marathon starting line.
First envisioned by the 26.2 Foundation more than a decade ago, the
IMC will offer state-of-the-art educational and cultural facilities
centered upon a marathon museum and hall of honor. The center will
include conference facilities and an auditorium, as well as research
space, classrooms and function rooms.
HealyKohler Design, of Washington, D.C., is currently developing a
compelling, interactive visitor experience designed to maximize
repeat visitation and sustainability, working to plans developed by
Gorman Richardson Lewis Architects. The construction and management
of the center will be privately funded, through individual,
foundation and corporate philanthropy, and the 26.2 Foundation’s
plans call for it to open in the spring of 2024.
The 26.2 Foundation was created 25 years ago to
leverage the Boston Marathon for the economic, educational and
cultural benefit of Hopkinton and surrounding towns. Its initiatives
include civics, history and geography programs for the schools;
sculpture projects that recognize Boston Marathon ‘greats’; and
diverse international relations, such as the establishment of
Hopkinton’s sister-city relationship with Marathon, Greece.
“The IMC will be a signature destination for runners the world over
– a truly international venue designed to draw both U.S. and
overseas visitors, like the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown,
New York,” said Hopkinton Town Manager Norman Khumalo. “It will be
of significant importance to the economic growth and development not
only of Hopkinton, but also to the entire MetroWest region,” he
added.
“While the successful development of the 26.2
International Marathon Center has potential for socioeconomic
benefits within Massachusetts as a whole, the locus of direct
economic impact will center on Hopkinton and the region,” said Elena
Kazlas of ConsultEcon, an economic planning and management firm that
has conducted two separate feasibility studies of the proposed IMC
over the last 10 years. “This project has the potential to create
new business and employment opportunities in Hopkinton and will
serve to expand Hopkinton’s and the Boston area’s profile as a
tourism destination with a niche focus in marathoning,” Kazlas
continued.
Over the next several years, more than $40 million will be invested
in Hopkinton infrastructure, thanks to the combination of IMC
development (more than $20m) and the town’s Main Street Corridor
Project, now under way, which is designed to improve safety for
vehicles, bicyclists and pedestrians, and reduce congestion in
Hopkinton’s town center. Contributed content. Photo, left, Town
Manager Norman Khumalo, right 26.2 Foundation founder, Timothy
Kilduff.
National Guard Returns Home to Massachusetts
Boston
– This week, 400 soldiers and airmen of the Massachusetts National
Guard returned home from a 10-week public safety support mission in
Washington, D.C. The deployment fell under Governor Charlie Baker’s
Jan. 25 activation order, which made up to 700 Massachusetts
National Guard personnel available to augment the security and
logistics capabilities of various agencies in the region. With the
Governor’s consent, these service women and men undertook this
second phase of the federally funded mission.
On Friday, May 14, Governor Baker had the chance to meet, address,
and thank members of the Guard for their continued service while he
was in Washington D.C. for a series of meetings with federal
authorities.
Although the Massachusetts National Guard remains ready to assist
when called, there are no current plans to deploy further personnel
to support public safety in Washington, D.C., and all Guard
personnel associated with this mission have returned to their home
stations.
Water Flowing Again
May 26, 2021 - Self-named Fountain Boys —
former Selectman Eric Sonnett and longtime Planning Board Chair Ken
Weismantel — take care of the Claflin Fountain on the
Hopkinton Common each year, closing it down and winterizing it, and
then bringing it back to life in the springtime, like they did
today. In the background is the Veterans War Memorial Gazebo, where
from this angle, the flag of the US Marine Corps flies prominently.
Ticket Home May 26, 2021 - The Doughboy Monument that
sits in Cookie's Corner by Hopkinton Common is dedicated to the
American soldiers of World War I, who shipped off to fight "Europe's
War." The soldier is holding a rifle, his ticket home, and at his
feet is an enemy helmet. But according to The Great
pandemic by John Barry, more soldiers died of diseases, such as
the pandemic, the Flu of 1918, than of actual fighting. Google
states 63,114 American combatants died of disease and 53,402 died of
combat during World War I.
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Another Business Leaving Downtown
May 26, 2021 -
Jerry Lazzaro, owner of the Shell gas/service station business at 60
Main Street says that due to the circumstances of the daily
construction on Main Street, his business has taken a hit. The
owners of the land and gas pumps have offered a new lease that he
says is not sustainable. The property owners insist that he work on
a per gallon commission basis, said Mr. Lazzaro. "That's not
sustainable," he said.
"They [landlords] got $160,000 in disruption of business relief that
I should have gotten," he said.
Mr. Lazzaro has not exhausted all of the
possibilities that would fit himself into another garage space,
along with his Inspection Station, in Hopkinton, but he always has
an open invitation from his brother Neil, in Holliston, to take his
service/repair clients there.
When
Mr. Lazzaro first opened his business in 1983, Exxon was
the owner of the property, which owned it for many years, but needed
to divest after merging with Mobil.
But then, Cumberland divested of all of the non-gas retail
stores and expanded those that did sell gas; the Gulf Mart on West
Main Street is a good example, and is in fact, a showcase store for
the company. Mr. Lazzaro's Gulf, although owned by Cumberland Farms
for a few years,
was not a Cumberland Farms business.
But Cumberland sold the property, and then
in 2019, Cumberland Farms itself, a privately held Westborough-based
company, was sold to EG Group for in the neighborhood of $3 billion.
But while Mr. Lazzaro looks to relocate to
continue his service center in Hopkinton with three skilled
mechanics, he and they will be available to clients at his
brother Neil's popular Phillips 66 station, Village Auto Service, at
1292 Washington Street in Holliston beginning on June 19, 2021.
Until June 18, call 508-435-6738. After June 18, Jerry will be
reachable at 508-429-2535. File photo, Neil, left, Jerry, right.
Mr. Lazzaro's business is one of a
few that have closed or is closing, with an eye to the disruption
caused by the Downtown construction; Shell station, Bittersweet and
Santander Bank. Others are rumored to be closing as a result of the
pandemic or loss of business due to construction.
Please note that businesses were told
during meetings that there should be financial relief for those who
lose revenue as a result of the construction.
Apparent Homicide Under Investigation in Framingham
FRAMINGHAM
- Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan and Framingham Police
Chief Lester Baker have confirmed the ongoing investigation into the
death of a 28-year-old female that occurred early this morning at
Halstead Apartments located on Worcester Road in Framingham. At
approximately 8:37 a.m., Framingham Police received a 911 call from
a person known to the victim reporting that she was dead in her
apartment. Upon arrival, police located the victim with obvious
trauma. The death is being investigated as an apparent homicide.
Investigators are in the very early stages of the investigation and
have not yet made a determination about whether or not this is an
isolated incident.
The Middlesex District Attorney's Office, Massachusetts State Police
Detectives assigned to the District Attorney's Office and Framingham
Police are actively investigating this incident and updates will be
released as they become available. The Office of the Chief Medical
Examiner has accepted this case and will make a determination on the
cause and manner of death.
If any member of the public saw anything unusual early this morning
in the area of 1640 Worcester Road or specifically the Halstead
Apartment property complex, they are urged to call Framingham Police
at 508-532-5911 or 508-872-1212.
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Innovation for High School Students
Imagine Corps
Imagine Corps is a new Innovation Learning
and Community Service Program for MetroWest High School Students.
It's designed to nurture the creative problem solving and
collaborative innovation talents of youth, and pair them up with
local non-profits in their community to work on real challenges for
felt impact. We piloted Imagine Corps virtually last summer in
Hopkinton (see 2020 highlights here <https://www.imaginecorps.org/success-stories>
) and will be doing so again in 2021 for MetroWest area students, as
we work to establish it as an official non-profit… and one day in
communities globally.
Sessions are virtual over Zoom as of now but could move to in-person
mode TBD.
See
"About"
WHEN: Imagine Corps Cohort — Training & Invention Session Weeks of
July 5, 12, 19, or 26 (12 hours each cohort).
Day 1 - Collaboration & Teamwork — Elements of Interaction & Effect,
Constructive Behaviors for Building Safety
Day 2 - Personal Creative Thinking — Active Listening & Open
Mindedness, Connection Making & Breaking, Metaphor – Analogy -
Absurdity
Day 3 - Creative Problem-Solving Model — Idea Generation & Idea
Developmental, Iterative Evaluation & Action
Day 4 - Invention Session w/ Non-Profit Client — Bringing it all
together for a impact!
Follow-up Concept Refinement labs & coaching calls (within a few
weeks), and concept jam/celebration in August.
FREE TASTE OF IMAGINE CORPS EXPERIENCE SESSIONS — Signup Here
<https://forms.gle/vMyVqL29LDUmiRdQA>
If you’re interested in learning more and/or have a teen that might
be interested, please join us for one of our upcoming “Taste”
sessions.
Thursday, May 27th — 7-8pm <x-apple-data-detectors://6> w/ Hopkinton
Public Library
Tuesday, June 8th — <x-apple-data-detectors://9>7-8pm
<x-apple-data-detectors://9> w/ Hopkinton Center for the Arts
Sun, June 13th — 1-2pm <x-apple-data-detectors://12> w/ a
co-creation with youth initiative
Sun, June 13th — 7-8pm <x-apple-data-detectors://15>w/ Education
Station’s new non-profit
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Four Figures Toward Doug Flutie Fondation
May 25, 2021 - Each April, Peter Sismanis of Hillers Pizza sets
aside 15% of his sales each Wednesday to benefit Doug Flutie, Jr.
Foundation for Autism. Above, he hands a check over to
Hopkinton Police Association Representative, School Resource Officer
Phil Powers.
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Hopkinton Police Incident Logs Elderly man seems confused on West Main
Street, report of TT
unit texting and driving - MSP called, trash dumped on Lumber
Street,
neighbor blocking roadway with boat trailer, raccoon in tree,
COVID relief fraud, object in water (decomposed beaver),
speeding dump trucks on Chamberlain Street,
someone speeding down Hayden Rowe Street,
more...
May 24, 2021
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Fay School - Southborough, MA
Primary students in Kindergarten through
Grade 2 have a new daily task this year. Each morning, one student
from each class takes attendance and then brings the list down to
the Primary School office. Primary students always love jobs,
especially ones that require travel! Taking attendance is a very
official part of Primary School record keeping, so students make
sure to take it very seriously!
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Lieutenant Graduates
Hopkinton Police Lt. John Porter graduated from
the MMA-Suffolk Certificate in Local Government Leadership and
Management program on May 14.
Chief Joseph Bennett is pleased to announce that Hopkinton Police
Lt. John Porter graduated from the MMA-Suffolk Certificate in Local
Government Leadership and Management program.
Lt. Porter graduated from the MMA-Suffolk Certificate in Local
Government Leadership and Management program during a virtual
ceremony on May 14. Upon his graduation, Lt. Porter received a
certificate of completion.
The MMA (Massachusetts Municipal Association), in partnership with
Suffolk University, Certificate in Local Government Leadership and
Management program is a graduate-level academic program providing a
solid grounding in public management.
The certificate program links contemporary public management theory
with “real world” practice, covering topics such as budgeting and
financial management, challenges in human resources management and
strategic leadership.
“Throughout his career, Lt. Porter has consistently shown exemplary
leadership among his peers,” Chief Bennett said. “As a
well-respected member of our team, many officers look up to him for
guidance and direction. This training will further assist Lt. Porter
as he works collaboratively with other departments, boards and
committees within our community. I’d like to thank Town Manager
Norman Khumalo and Human Resource Director Maria Casey for offering
this valuable training.”
Lt. Porter joined the Hopkinton Police Department in 1992. Before
being promoted to lieutenant in 2016, Porter served as a patrolman,
school resource officer, detective and sergeant. HPD Photo
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Hopkinton High School Student Eva Bennet
Receives Award at the Regeneron
International Science and Engineering
Fair.
May
25, 2021 - Eva Bennet, a 9th grader at Hopkinton High School, was
awarded a Fourth Award in Translational Medical Science category,
for her project, “Development of an innovative, alternative model
for teratogenicity testing." She earned the opportunity to compete
at the Regeneron ISEF after winning first place at the regional
level and second place at the state level.
“It was exhilarating to be part of the Regeneron
ISEF and I enjoyed the chance to present my research. It was amazing
to virtually meet the future STEM leaders and see their work," Eva
said. “I am also thankful to the Society for Science. I enjoyed the
incredible opportunity to listen to the world’s leading experts and
hear the lessons they have learned as they have worked in Science
for decades. They gave me tips and encouraged me to continue my
interest in Science. I am thankful to my parents, sister, and my
teacher Ms. Murphy for their support and guidance,” she added.
“Several people close to me were born with birth
defects. During a discussion about the speed of COVID-19 vaccine
development last summer, I learned about the requirement for testing
medicines for their potential to cause birth defects before being
given to pregnant women. Currently, these tests are conducted in
pregnant mammals, which is expensive and takes a long time. This is
what prompted me to develop an alternative new teratogenicity
testing model using flatworms, that could be potentially paradigm
shifting by reducing time, cost, and mammalian animal use when fully
validated," Eva said.
“We are so proud of Eva," said Science Fair
director Kristen Murphy. “Throughout this process she has
demonstrated so many of the qualities of a successful scientist -
intellectual curiosity, perseverance and a can-do attitude. Most of
all, she is an excellent communicator and impressed judges with her
ability to explain her process and the potential impact of this
research.”
Over the past 32 years, Hopkinton High School’s
Science Fair Program has grown into one of the largest programs in
the state. Over 75 HHS students participate each year, designing,
carrying out and presenting their original research. The program is
made possible through generous funding from the HPTA and Hopkinton
Public Schools. Contributed.
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Police Incident Logs Dog attacks dog at State Park, chocolate Lab
running
around West Elm Street, tow truck damaged granite,
light at Chestnut Street not functioning properly,
chainsaw fell out of truck, concerning voice mail on work phone,
people in white Highlander egging vehicles,
May 20, 2021 Construction noises, caller saw spark - heard
explosion,
MVA with PI, fox and babies living under shed - afraid to leave
home,
house on Wildlife Drive vandalized, dog roaming in yard, man on
Church Street yelling, screaming and banging things - ok - just
venting,
daughter received fraudulent checks, kids left at Marathon School,
assault between two males, individual swimming next to kayak,
requests assistance retrieving property, loud bangs on
Westcott Drive, Hopkinton individuals left under-age drinking party
in Acton -
PD requested well-being check, yelling and screaming on Chestnut
Street,
trailer left at pumps overnight, 2-3 gallons of diesel leaking from
truck,
sign hanging over roadway, mulch smoking, Porta-Johns on Loop Road
all tipped over, sink hole on South Street, someone entering
her home at night taking her belongings, fox in yard dead or
sleeping, citations issued at Sandy Island parking area,
motor vehicle drove over her kayak on Rafferty Road,
individual assaulted by his friend, large snapping turtle in
roadway,
left trumpet and phone in a case - no longer there, grandson and
other individual fighting in Cedar Street residence, K-9
deployed to Cedar Street, more...
May 21, 22, 23 No arrests
Real Estate Transactions for Hopkinton
New Transactions from May 15, 2021 to May 23,
2021
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Martha
“Mythi” M. Hesse, 93, of Hopkinton, Massachusetts,
passed away Friday, May 21, 2021. Born and raised on the East Side
of Providence, Rhode Island, she was the daughter of the late
Katharine (Merrill) and William McCormick.
Martha was a graduate of Lincoln School, Providence, RI, and went on
to graduate from Smith College, Class of 1949. While raising her
family in Westport, CT, she worked as a teaching assistant with
children who had hearing impairments. After moving to Brimfield, MA
in 1973, Martha taught in the Museum Education Department at Old
Sturbridge Village (OSV) and later became the Coordinator of Special
Programs, which included the OSV Elderhostel Program. She treasured
the friendships she made at OSV, with people she fondly referred to
as “the usual suspects,” (Ellen Rothman, and Peter and Trudy
O’Connell), who filled her life with rich conversation and lots of
love and laughter.
She is survived by two children, Kim M. Hesse and her husband, John
Martire of Hopkinton, and Stephen T. Hesse and his wife, Naoko
Sugiyama of Kokubunji, Japan. She has 3 grandchildren, Kate and Tai
Martire, and Kye Hesse, who refer to her as “Dammie” and “Bata”,
nicknames that she held dear. Martha was “the Matriarch” of the
Hesse Martire family, which includes Amy Martire, Beth Cutter
Hickman and Laura Cutter, and she shared a special closeness with
her niece Martha Hesse and her family, Jay, Annie, and Mollie.
Martha’s nephews and nieces also include Peter, Nathaniel (Alice),
and Megan. She was predeceased by her brother, William M. McCormick
(Warwick, RI) and married for 32 years to Charles T. Hesse
(Providence, RI). Two friends of 70+ years who filled Martha’s life
with joy are Nancy Sayles Evarts (Garrison, NY) and Jody Holmes
(Wilton, CT).
Martha was a beautiful swimmer. During the summers when she lived on
South Pond in Brookfield, MA, Martha loved to take long, daily
swims. Some of her grandchildren’s best memories are of kayaking,
fishing, swimming, and building snowmen on the lake. Later in life,
Martha traveled each year to Japan to visit Steve, Naoko and Kye and
shared close and lasting friendships with Naoko’s parents and
friends of the family. Following her move to Worcester, MA, Martha
and Amy Martire spent many happy summer evenings picnicking at the
Jazz At Sunset outdoor concerts. Martha was a voracious reader and a
skilled portrait photographer, and during her life dabbled in
painting, sketching, playing the ukulele, and skiing.
The family thanks Martha’s doctors, Dr. Elizabeth Erban and Dr.
Joshua Greenberg, for their many years of compassion and friendship.
Martha will be missed dearly and remembered as an inspiration, the
woman who continually beat the odds through numerous illnesses and
surgeries, and always took great joy in sharing the lives of her
family and friends.
Private family services will be taking place. In lieu of flowers,
donations may be made to the Southern Poverty Law Center, Doctors
Without Borders, the Sierra Club and Smith College. Arrangements are
under the care of the Chesmore Funeral Home of Hopkinton,
www.ChesmoreFuneralHome.com
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All About the Wait
May 23, 2021 - Mother stands by protecting her young while her mate
is off to get food, as she watches in the direction he will return
from. It appears no more than four of the dozen nests we counted
last year in Oxford are occupied this year. We don't know for sure
why, but we do know a juvenile American bald eagle taunted the
entire heronry last year. Below, a file photo from last year
of the eagle taunting one female in a nest in a tree that is no
longer standing this year. .
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Unlikely Couple?
May 23, 2021 - This peahen caught our attention as she stood by her
rooster friend's cage and squawked loudly, this afternoon in
Charlton.
RON HILL – MY BOSTON INSPIRATION ALL THE WAY FROM GREAT BRITAIN
May 23, 2021 - So it seems that when a “defining
moment” happens in our lives, we inevitably can point to one person
who had an impact. It
was Patriots’ Day, 1970 and I was 15 years old. I remember I was in
my garage helping my father change the oil in his car. He had the
radio on at the time and I was listening to the play-by-play
broadcast of the 1970 Boston Marathon.
I remember it was raining pretty intensely out
and I remember thinking how hard it must be for the runners to
endure those conditions for 26.2 miles. The leader of the race and
eventual winner was Ron Hill of Great Britain. His victory left an
indelible mark on my brain and I distinctly remember committing to
my father that someday soon I would run the Boston Marathon, too.
Two years later, I tried as a 17-year old and
dropped out in the hills of Newton only to be rushed to the
Newton-Wellesley Hospital in an ambulance. The next year I came back
as an 18-year old and finished my first Boston, vowing to run this
race every year for the rest of my life. Next April will be my 50th.
If it were not for Ron Hill, I may have never run Boston.
What he did that Patriots’ Day and what he
accomplished as a world-class runner and someone who did not miss a
day of running for over 52 years, I will never forget. We became
friends via email. We were hoping to meet at the Boston Marathon
about 10 years ago but it never happened. I was hoping someday he
would return. Sadly, I just heard that Ron passed away today at age
82. For a person I never even met, I will miss him dearly and
remember him forever. RIP my Boston inspiration all the way from
Great Britain.
They're Back!
May 22, 2021 - The musical performers are back at Bill's Pizzeria in
Hopkinton. Above, longtime area favorites, Back Pages Duo with left,
Doug Betschart and Inky Fair performing this evening. Their loyal
fans save some room so they can take advantage of the food specials
at the bar, and so arrive early to eat and be entertained through
their dinner and afterward. Next Saturday, the high energy of Chris
Fitz and Steve Dineen. Above, video grabshot.
"Yard" Sale
May 22, 2021 - Hopkinton Card and Gift (Hopkinton Drug) joined many
others in Hopkinton and held their own driveway sale today, where
the business was brisk.
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Not a Republican in Sight
May 22, 2021 - Not one Republican challenged any candidates this
election, which was made up of un-enrolled and Democrats. The School
Committee was the only contested race.
Now You See it...
Girls Lacrosse Hopkinton17, Dedham 2
Now you see it in net, against Dedham.
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Hopkinton Softball, 15 Bellingham, 3
Timothy
E Lynch, 59
Timothy E. Lynch, 59, a longtime resident of Hopkinton, passed away
Friday, May 21, 2021, after a long illness. Born in Framingham on
September 23, 1961, Tim was the son of C. Patrick Lynch of Hopkinton
and the late Rosemary (Briggs) Lynch.
Besides his father, Tim is survived by his
daughter, Brianna Murch of Bellingham; as well as five brothers,
Patrick (Dianne) of Ashland, MA, Michael (Ruth) of Millville, MA,
Daniel of Franklin, MA, William of S.C. and Andrew (Hillary) of
Florida. He also leaves behind various relatives – aunts, uncle,
cousins, nieces and nephews. Burial will be at the family’s
convenience.
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They. Are. Back! If you are feeling duty-bound to try out some
of the best food around and be entertained by these seasoned
professional performers at each place on Saturday evening, check out
Bill's Pizzeria and/or its sister restaurant, Mazi in Ashland.
Bill's has many traditional dishes, along with some bar specialties
that will astound and please the most discriminating palate. Mazi
thrills with plates that you've never had, because they have taken
it up a notch. Melt in your mouth chicken parm with a helping so
large, it could be shared, and oysters done like nowhere else from
here to a fancy restaurant in France.
Seriously good food, and professional musicians.
Pausing to Preen
May 21, 2021 - It would be a crime not to
share this photo of an emerald green male hummingbird preening,
taken by Birder-in-Chief, Julie Ford in her own back yard in
Hopkinton. Special thanks as we come out of this pandemic to those
who have contributed to HopNews during the rough times, and now the
good times, of some of their best works: Julie, Dave, John, Jim,
John, Nicole and others we have undoubtedly missed. What a brilliant
job you have all done in making our days and mornings brighter,
because you have chosen to share the special world that you all see
around you.
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Select Board Dishes Out 50 Marathon Invitational Entries
May 21, 2021 - In a marathon-like meeting,
hybrid style - some ZOOM, some live - the Select Board voted to
assign 50 Marathon Invitational bibs to charitable groups and
people, voted to send the HCA's request for outdoor alcohol serving
to the Town Counsel for a new addendum to their lease, and
approved hiring freeze exceptions. See more in the
"Actions Taken" document prepared by Assistant Town Manager
Elaine Lazarus.
Oh Beautiful, for Spacious Skies... May 20, 2021 - Nicole Fornal lets us share
this vista on Dresser Hill Road in Charlton, where generations of
locals stop to look to the west and watch the magic pretty much at
every dusk. Some take the road from Sturbridge, and others come up
Route 31 from the state line with Connecticut; from both directions
on a winding country road with fields and farms on each side. Three
years ago a carload of kids pulled up behind the photographer at the
same spot as above and agreed to have their photos taken. It was
called "Americana," and it is worth another look, below.
What Makes a Great Chinese Restaurant?
Watch the video to find out!*
* The video was made pre-COVID, and so there
is a buffet displayed.
We are not sure when, or even if, buffets will be allowed again.
Regardless, the Chinese food is unmatched in the area, tasty, fresh
quality ingredients, always served hot!
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Restaurant Week is a great time to try new eateries,
and a good time to support those who support HopNews
every day of every week of every year.
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Hopkinton Police Department Releases Volume of
Material in Death Investigation Mikayla Miller Death Ruled a Suicide by
Medical Examiner
by Robert Falcione
May 18, 2021 — Responding to an unusual amount of requests for
information from the public and the press, and undoubtedly due
to the unsubstantiated rumors and misinformation spread by
ill-informed people, the Hopkinton Police Department released
some information to help inform the public that the
investigation into this unfortunate death of a young girl in the
community was handled professionally and with standard operating
procedures.
During the early publicity of the initially unpublicized death,
many people wondered with skepticism why the death had not been
reported on the daily public log. A quick look at the daily
public log reveals that the incidents are listed in numerically
chronological order. A deeper look will reveal to the reader
that there are many numbers missing in the chronology of the
public list of incidents. There are reasons why.
Patients of the Fire and Police Departments, people who were
responded to because of a medical situation, are not identified.
Minors are not identified, whether victim or suspect. Aggressors
in domestic violence cases are no longer identified, because the
identity of their victim might be deduced through family,
marriage or relationship circumstances.
People who are taken into Protective Custody are no longer
identified, because drunkenness is no longer considered a crime.
Minors charged with crimes are not identified, and that
protection in recent years in Massachusetts was extended to all
those 17 years-old and under.
The apparently beloved Mikayla Miller, the 16 year-old whose
death was ruled a suicide, fit into more than one of the
circumstances which would preclude her from being identified
under normal circumstances. Chief Joseph Bennett has released a
statement on the Hopkinton Police Department's new blog,
https://hopkintonpdnews.com/,
from which we gathered the following links:
May 19, 2021 - Always better to see a
breached whale rather than a beached whale. John Collins says:
"Each Spring, Whales return to their Summer
Feeding Grounds on Stellwagen Bank off Massachusetts from their
Wintering near the Equator off South America!
"This young Humpback breaches yesterday just outside of Boston
Harbor!"
Hopkinton Police Incident Logs TT unit clips pole, suspicious individual in
the house,
detail officer reports hit and run, someone steals newspaper,
brush fire on Fruit Street put down, motorcycle vs. motor
vehicle- no injuries,
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Select Board Meeting May 18, 2021 — Above, Chair Brendan Tedstone
offers a (ironically) captain's chair to outgoing Select Board
member Brian Herr, who decided against running for another term this
election. He served several on the board after serving on the
Planning Board for one or more terms. After his first stint on the
Board of Selectmen, Mr. Herr ran for Senate as a Republican against
Democrat Ed Markey*, but lost the race. Eventually, he ran again for
Select Board and won, left the Republican party, and at last look
was unenrolled. *Corrected.
See the entire
Meeting on HCAM TV
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May 18, 2021 - Delivering the fish, above,
for the baby, below.
Deputy
Fire Chief William Miller to be Considered for Chief Position
by
Taylor O'Neil
Ball Drop fundraiser event. The “Drop” took place on June 26 on
field 10 along the Loop road behind Hopkinton High School. We
wish to extend special thanks to the Hopkinton Fire Department
staff who provided use of the new ladder truck which was used to
drop over 380 pre-paid golf balls onto the field below.
Congratulations to the two winners – cash prizes were awarded to
R
BOSTON
— July 29, 2021 - Attorney General Maura Healey today sued online
food delivery service platform Grubhub Holdings Inc. for allegedly
illegally charging fees to Massachusetts restaurants that exceeded
the statutory fee cap in place during the COVID-19 public health
emergency. The AG’s lawsuit demands refunds for restaurants that
were harmed by Grubhub’s alleged unlawful practices.
Hopkinton
Police Chief Joseph Bennett, Holliston Police Chief Matthew
Stone and Sherborn Police Interim Chief David Bento are pleased
to announce that their departments’ co-response Jail Diversion
Program has recently been restructured and will now offer
increased intervention services to its communities.
Save
the dates for the Upcoming School Committee Listening Series! 
Karen
L. Sherman, 53
by
Morgan Woodman
GROTON
– July 21, 2021 - Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan and Groton
Chief of Police Michael Luth have confirmed an open investigation
into a drowning that occurred today at approximately 
Mary
Stone
Hopkinton
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Inky
Fair (drums & vocals) and Doug Betschart (guitar, vocals & 
Hopkinton
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Center for the Arts with the long-awaited renovations to the
historic Terry Farmhouse.
Hopkinton
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George
Behrend Jongeling, 78
Donald
Quentin Sears, 95
Besides
his wife, Donald is survived by his children, Jane Sears Pierce and
her partner Daniel Goodwin of Holliston, Laura Sears Brady and her
husband, Paul Francis Brady Jr. of Eastham, Margaret Lynne “Mardy”
Sears and her husband Venkatesh Gopal of Evanston, IL. He also
leaves behind his sister, Carol Veum and her husband, James of
Franklin; grandchildren, Christopher Donald Pierce and his wife,
Amanda Elizabeth of Blackstone, Sarah Jane Pierce of Wrentham,
Ashwin Sears Gopal of Evanston, IL, and great granddaughter Penelope
Elizabeth Pierce of Blackstone; as well as many nieces and nephews.
He is predeceased by his siblings, Richard, Douglas and Bruce Sears.
Rosemarie
Phipps, 82
Hopkinton
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Congratulations!
Sharon
E. Schiloski, 73
Hopkinton
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James
Patrick Fitzgerald Sr., 86
HOPKINTON
- 
WHEN:
Saturday, June 19, 2021 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Heavey,
Marilyn M. “Mandy” (Moore)
Mary
Ellen (Hession) Bertschmann
Hopkinton,
MA – June 17th: The Hopkinton Democratic Town Committee (HDTC)
is holding its nominating caucus to elect delegates to the
Massachusetts Democrat State Convention.
June
13, 2021 - This morning around 1:00 a.m. a 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
was traveling east on Route 6 approaching exit 78A. For reasons
still under investigation, the vehicle crossed the solid yellow
fog line on the northern edge of road, driving onto the rumble
strip. The operator attempted to turn hard to the right to
re-enter the travel lane and the Hyundai rotated and rolled over
and then went off the southern edge of the road.
HOPKINTON
- 
WELLESLEY
HILLS, Mass. (June 9, 2021) – Oliver Yasuna of Hopkinton, MA, has
been accepted to Worcester Polytechnic Institute in Worcester, MA,
where he will study computer science in fall 2021. After attending
college for a short time post-high school, then being in the
workforce for more than a decade, Oliver knew that if he wanted to
advance his career, he would need to learn additional skills and
earn a college degree. He chose to attend MassBay as it was the best
place for him to receive a quality education with the flexibility
and support he needed as a single father.
Arthur
L. Lane, 93
by
Taylor O'Neil
HOPKINTON,
MA, May 27, 2021 – The Town of Hopkinton, MA announced today that it
has signed a 99-year lease with the 26.2 Foundation, granting the
nonprofit organization a 19-acre site on East Main Street in
Hopkinton for the development and construction of an International
Marathon Center (IMC). The site is located on Route 135 on the
Boston Marathon route, less than two-thirds of a mile from the
Marathon starting line.
Boston
– This week, 400 soldiers and airmen of the Massachusetts National
Guard returned home from a 10-week public safety support mission in
Washington, D.C. The deployment fell under Governor Charlie Baker’s
Jan. 25 activation order, which made up to 700 Massachusetts
National Guard personnel available to augment the security and
logistics capabilities of various agencies in the region. With the
Governor’s consent, these service women and men undertook this
second phase of the federally funded mission.
When
Mr. Lazzaro first opened his business in 1983, Exxon was
the owner of the property, which owned it for many years, but needed
to divest after merging with Mobil. 
FRAMINGHAM
- Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan and Framingham Police
Chief Lester Baker have confirmed the ongoing investigation into the
death of a 28-year-old female that occurred early this morning at
Halstead Apartments located on Worcester Road in Framingham. At
approximately 8:37 a.m., Framingham Police received a 911 call from
a person known to the victim reporting that she was dead in her
apartment. Upon arrival, police located the victim with obvious
trauma. The death is being investigated as an apparent homicide.
Investigators are in the very early stages of the investigation and
have not yet made a determination about whether or not this is an
isolated incident.
May
25, 2021 - Eva Bennet, a 9th grader at Hopkinton High School, was
awarded a Fourth Award in Translational Medical Science category,
for her project, “Development of an innovative, alternative model
for teratogenicity testing." She earned the opportunity to compete
at the Regeneron ISEF after winning first place at the regional
level and second place at the state level. 
Martha
“Mythi” M. Hesse, 93
.
was Patriots’ Day, 1970 and I was 15 years old. I remember I was in
my garage helping my father change the oil in his car. He had the
radio on at the time and I was listening to the play-by-play
broadcast of the 1970 Boston Marathon. 
Timothy
E Lynch, 59
