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May 18, 2020 COVID Click for Full Update from Hopkinton

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● Places of Worship: permitted to reopen on May 18, 2020
● Construction: permitted to reopen on May 18, 2020
● Manufacturing: permitted to reopen on May 18, 2020
● Offices spaces: permitted to reopen on May 25, 2020 (Boston: June 1, 2020)
● Laboratories: permitted to reopen on May 25, 2020
● Hair salons and barbershops: permitted to reopen on May 25, 2020
● Car washes; permitted to reopen on May 25, 2020
● Pet grooming: permitted to reopen on May 25, 2020
When can my business reopen?
https://www.mass.gov/info-details/reopening-when-can-my-business-reopen

Shelli Gwen Breault, 64

Shelli Gwen Breault, 64, of Worcester and formerly of Hopkinton, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Sunday, May 17, 2020. Born in Framingham, she was the daughter of the late Beverly Ann (Parker) and Kenneth D. Wilcox Sr. She was the beloved wife of 30 years to David F. Breault of Worcester.

Shelli had a heart of gold and took great pleasure in volunteering and giving back to the community. She and David were volunteers and a fixture for The Love Center in Florida. Shelli fiercely loved her family and friends, especially her great-nephew, Oliver. She enjoyed being a caregiver to the young and old and also liked gardening.

Besides her husband, Shelli is survived by her siblings, Kenneth D. Wilcox Jr. and his wife, Linda of Blackstone and Lori A. Wilcox and her husband, William Preservati of Ashland. She also leaves behind her brother-in-law, Rick Breault Sr.; sister-in-law, Sandra Breault-Anas; brother-in-law, Michael Breault; as well as her nieces and nephews, Margaret LeBlanc, Oliver LeBlanc, Richard Breault Jr., Ricky Breault III, Laura Healy, Aurora Cote, Crystal Ragas, Tate Ragas, Ariel Ragas, Billy Menard, Cailyn Ragas & Abigail LeBlanc.

Funeral arrangements are being held privately with family and are under the care of the Chesmore Funeral Home of Hopkinton, www.ChesmoreFuneralHome.com/

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Reopening Massachusetts: Baker-Polito Administration Initiates Transition to First Phase of Four-Phase Approach

Public health data, key metrics established to track real-time progress, determine advancement to future phases while mandatory workplace safety standards, sector-specific guidance issued to all Phase 1 industries, businesses, customers and activities

BOSTON — Today, the Baker-Polito Administration released Reopening Massachusetts, the Reopening Advisory Board’s report, which details a four-phased strategy to responsibly reopen businesses and activities while continuing to fight COVID-19. The Administration also released a new “Safer At Home” Advisory, which instructs residents to stay at home unless engaging with newly opened activities, as a way to continue limiting the spread of COVID-19. Starting today, based on current public health data and trends, Massachusetts will begin Phase 1 of a cautious reopening, and workplaces that are permitted to open are required to follow new safety protocols and guidance.

Learn more about the reopening process: www.mass.gov/reopening

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VIEW GUIDANCE FOR SPECIFIC INDUSTRIES

Detailed in Reopening Massachusetts, each phase of the reopening will be guided by public health data and key indicators that will be continually monitored for progress and will be used to determine advancement to future phases. Industries, sectors, and activities that present less risk will open in earlier phases. Those that present more risk will open in later phases.

The 17-member Reopening Advisory Board, co-chaired by Lieutenant Governor Karyn Polito and Housing and Economic Development Secretary Mike Kennealy, consists of public health experts, municipal leaders and members of the business community representing many facets of the Massachusetts economy. Since its formation on April 28, the Board met with a total of 75 stakeholder groups ranging from industry associations, regional chambers of commerce, community coalitions, and labor organizations, representing over 112,000 different businesses and more than two million workers across the Commonwealth. The Reopening Advisory Board also considered written comments from over 4,500 employers, organizations, and individuals in the development of its plan.

Safer at Home Advisory:

Effective today, the Department of Public Health also updated the Stay at Home Advisory, replacing it with a new, “Safer at Home” Advisory. The new Safer at Home Advisory instructs everyone to stay home unless they are headed to a newly opened facility or activity. It also advises those over the age of 65 and those with underlying health conditions to stay home with the exception of trips required for health care, groceries, or that are otherwise absolutely necessary. All residents must continue to wear a face covering in public when social distancing is not possible, and individuals are advised to wash their hands frequently and be vigilant in monitoring for symptoms. Restrictions on gatherings of more than 10 people remain in effect.

Public Health Metrics:

Key public health metrics will determine if and when it is appropriate to proceed through reopening phases. They include:

• COVID-19 positive test rate;

• Number of individuals who died from COVID-19;

• Number of patients with COVID-19 in hospitals;

• Health care system readiness;

• Testing capacity; 

• Contact tracing capabilities. 

Phase 1 Reopening:

Based on the public health metrics, manufacturing facilities and construction sites will open effective today with applicable guidelines.

Places of worship will be able to open with guidelines that require social distancing and encourage services to be held outdoors.  

Hospitals and community health centers that attest to specific public health and safety standards can begin to provide high priority preventative care, pediatric care and treatment for high risk patients.

Under a staggered approach, additional Phase 1 sectors of the economy will be permitted to open effective May 25 including:

• Lab space;

• Office space;

• Limited personal services, including: hair salons, pet grooming, car washes;

• Retail: remote fulfillment and curbside pick-up;

Also permitted to open on May 25 with applicable guidelines, are the following:

• Beaches;

• Parks;

• Drive-in movie theaters;

• Select athletic fields and courts; 

• Many outdoor adventure activities;

• Most fishing, hunting, and boating;

• Outdoor gardens, zoos, reserves, and public installations.

Additional sectors expected to open on June 1 as part of Phase 1 include office spaces in the city of Boston with applicable guidelines.  

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DON'T FLUSH THE WIPES — IT WILL CLOG THE PIPES

Dear Resident,

We continue to have a major issue with the amount of clogs at our sewer pump stations. The predominate cause has been the increase of wipes and rags that should not be disposed of in the sewer system. Those items need to be disposed of properly in the trash. Please note there is no such thing as a “flushable wipes”. They do not breakdown and bind together to clog the pipes and pumps. We need your IMMEDIATE assistance and ask that you please refrain from flushing any foreign items. Not only does this cause costly repairs, but it could lead to back up of sewerage into your home. We thank you for your cooperation in this very important matter!

Regards,

Eric Carty, Water and Sewer Manager

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Water Discoloration

Please be advised that due to a brush fire yesterday afternoon in the Granite Street area, you may experience some water discoloration due to the fire hydrant use. Please check your water before using it and you may need to flush your cold water line to help clear the pipes.

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Eric J. Carty Water-Sewer Manager
Hopkinton Water-Sewer Dept.

"On Saturday, May 30th at 1:00pm, (the day after our original graduation ceremony), the Class of 2020 will have an opportunity to participate in a Rolling Rally car parade through town. This was the top vote getter on the survey aside from the desire for an in-person ceremony. This is not intended to replace our graduation ceremony; rather it’s a way to honor our seniors around their original graduation date. Please know that safety for our community is a priority for this event, and all social distancing guidelines must be followed. I’ll be sending out more information regarding the details of this event shortly. 

"With the hope that restrictions may be lifted or lessened in the coming months, we have decided to move our in-person graduation ceremony, whatever that may look like, to Sunday, August 2nd (time TBD). This date was selected as the best option after gathering feedback from students about their summer plans (i.e., when they plan to leave for college, military, etc). Our ability to provide an in-person ceremony will be determined by the conditions at that time related to social distancing.  Again, all of this will be planned with the safety of our students, guests, and staff as the top priority."
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Baker-Polito Administration Announces Four-Phase Approach to Reopening and Publishes Mandatory Workplace Safety Standards

New standards will apply to all workplaces when phased reopening begins

BOSTON — Today, the Baker-Polito Administration announced a four-phase approach to reopening the Massachusetts economy amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, and published Mandatory Workplace Safety Standards that will apply across all sectors and industries once reopening begins.

The goal of the phased reopening, based on public health guidance, is to methodically allow certain businesses, services, and activities to resume, while protecting public health and limiting a resurgence of new COVID-19 cases.

• Phase 1 will be “Start:” limited industries resume operations with severe restrictions

• Phase 2 will be “Cautious:” additional industries resume operations with restrictions and capacity limits

• Phase 3 will be “Vigilant:” additional industries resume operations with guidance

• Phase 4 will be the “New Normal:” development of vaccine and/or therapy enables resumption of new normal

Businesses and activities that provided “COVID-19 Essential Services,” per Governor Baker’s March 23^rd order, will continue to operate. Certain businesses and activities with a lower risk of COVID-19 transmission will open in earlier phases. Decisions and timing will be influenced by public health metrics for when the first phase of reopening begins, as well as when it is safe to move into concurrent phases.

CLICK HERE for more information about the four-phased reopening approach.

CLICK HERE for today’s presentation from the Reopening Advisory Board.

Additionally, the Department of Public Health (DPH) and the COVID-19 Command Center, in consultation with the Reopening Advisory Board and based on feedback from industry, labor, and community coalitions, has developed Mandatory Workplace Safety Standards to reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission as employees and customers begin to return to workplaces during the first phase of reopening. These Mandatory Workplace Safety Standards are applicable to all sectors and industries that will be open in phase one, and create new workplace requirements for social distancing, hygiene, staffing and operations, and cleaning. These standards are being released to give workplaces time to plan and prepare for reopening.

For social distancing:

• All persons, including employees, customers, and vendors should remain at least six feet apart to the greatest extent possible, both inside and outside workplaces

• Establish protocols to ensure that employees can practice adequate social distancing

• Provide signage for safe social distancing

• Require face coverings or masks for all employees

For hygiene:

• Provide hand washing capabilities throughout the workplace

• Ensure frequent hand washing by employees and adequate supplies to do so

• Provide regular sanitization of high touch areas, such as workstations, equipment, screens, doorknobs, restrooms throughout work site

For staffing and operations: 

• Provide training for employees regarding the social distancing and hygiene protocols

• Employees who are displaying COVID19-like symptoms do not report to work

• Establish a plan for employees getting ill from COVID-19 at work, and a return-to-work plan

 for cleaning and disinfecting:

• Establish and maintain cleaning protocols specific to the business

• When an active employee is diagnosed with COVID-19, cleaning and disinfecting must be performed

• Disinfection of all common surfaces must take place at intervals appropriate to said workplace

CLICK HERE for more information about the Mandatory Workplace Safety Standards.

In addition to these Mandatory Standards which apply to all workplaces, the Reopening Advisory Board is developing Sector Specific Safety Protocols and Best Practices that will detail how particular industries should operate upon reopening.

The Reopening Advisory Board is scheduled to provide its full report to Governor Baker on Monday, May 18^th. 

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Town of Hopkinton Office of the Town Clerk

Dear Hopkinton Voters,
The Annual Town Election has been rescheduled by the Hopkinton Select Board to be held on June 29, 2020. The Town Clerk is encouraging EVERYONE to vote absentee or by mail. Absentee ballots may now also be requested by anyone who has a condition that puts them at higher risk of COVID-19. Absentee or Mail-in Early Voting Ballots may be requested by printing out the Absentee or Mail-in Early Voting Ballot Application, completing it with a real signature, and sending it to the Town Clerk’s office by using any of these options:
• Scanning and Emailing to townclerk@hopkintonma.gov (smartphone scans are accepted)
• Dropping it off in the payment slot at the front entrance of the Town Hall
• Mailing to Town of Hopkinton, Town Clerk, 18 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA 01748
If you are not yet registered to vote in Hopkinton, you may register online. The last day to register to vote will be ten days prior to the new election date. The hours for the polls will likely be decreased, so please request your mail-in ballot as soon as possible to ensure timely transmission of election materials.
    Click here for Early Vote by Mail Application
    Click here for Absentee Ballot Application
    Click here to Register to Vote/Check your Registration
We have also created a list of frequently asked questions. If you still have questions or want additional information, please contact the Town Clerk’s office by emailing townclerk@hopkintonma.gov  or call at (508) 497-9710 (leave a message if we are unable to answer).

We thank you all for your understanding during these difficult times and hope that you all stay safe and healthy through this ordeal.

Sincerely,

Connor B. Degan Your Town Clerk

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Marilyn June (McKay) Armstrong, 89

Marilyn June (McKay) Armstrong, 89, died in Hopkinton, MA, on Friday, May 1, 2020 from complications of COVID-19 and Alzheimer’s. Born in Butler, PA, on June 23, 1930, she was the only child of the late Hildegarde E. (Zimmermann) Fredrick and Orville B. McKay. After her father died, she moved with her mother to Sheboygan, WI, where she attended Sheboygan High School. She went on to graduate from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a BA in Journalism. She met and married her first husband, Robert Wilvers, in Milwaukee, WI, and became the proud mother of two daughters. Robert Wilvers was an artist, and Marilyn wrote several articles about life in Wisconsin illustrated by her then-husband. The articles were published in the Ford Times. They moved to New York City and eventually divorced.

Later, Marilyn married David Armstrong and became a devoted stepmother to his four children. Three months before her death, she and David celebrated fifty-one years of marriage. Even in the late stages of Alzheimer’s, she never forgot her David, whom she still called “Duck,” an affectionate nickname from the early days of their courtship.

On weekends, the family often traveled to North Chatham, NY, where they bought a house. There Marilyn taught herself how to restore rocking chairs and tackled other do-it-yourself projects, constantly teaching herself new skills. She did all this while keeping six active kids and one husband happy and healthy. Later, David and Marilyn retired to North Chatham. Marilyn was active even in retirement. She spent hours on her computer exploring a wide variety of interests, such as gardening. On weekends and holidays Marilyn and David welcomed family and friends (and their many granddogs) to innumerable barbecues in the gazebo by the creek (bratwurst from Wisconsin was almost always on the menu). She loved vacationing on Cape Cod in the summer with her family, riding bikes on the rail trail, drinking a hearty scotch and soda with olives; she especially loved seeing the Cape’s famed blue hydrangeas in bloom. She and David became certified Master Gardeners, growing magnificent gardens that people would stop to see from spring through fall. For relaxation, Marilyn loved sitting in one of her restored rocking chairs by the Franklin stove, reading mystery novels, watching birds at the feeder, and doing crossword puzzles.

Marilyn loved many things but mostly she loved being surrounded by family and friends. She enjoyed dancing with her daughters to classic Allan Sherman records during the holidays and laughing over old family jokes. She welcomed all friends of the family with great warmth. She had a gift for making everyone feel included.

Besides her husband, Marilyn is survived by two daughters, Roberta (Wilvers) Solomon and her husband, Robert, of Napa, CA, and Tracy (Wilvers) Cassidy and her husband, Paul, of Hopkinton, MA. She also leaves behind four stepchildren, Emily Armstrong of Delran, NJ, Malcolm Armstrong of Brooklyn, NY, David Armstrong of Columbus, GA, and Sydney Armstrong of Chicago, IL; three grandchildren, Aidan Cassidy, Noah Cassidy and Temesgen Armstrong; brother-in-law and sister-in-law Ray and Arlene Wilvers of Wappingers Falls, NY, and three nieces and their families.

Private interment will be held in New York at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association. Arrangements are under the care of the Chesmore Funeral Home of Hopkinton.

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June Marie Ranlett, 91

June Marie Ranlett, 91, of Hopkinton, passed away Wednesday, April 29, 2020 at Denmar Health and Rehab in Rockport, following a short battle with Covid-19. Born in Framingham, she was the daughter of the late Eva (Nichols) and William “Arthur” Grant. She was the wife of the late Chester E. Ranlett. 

June grew up in Hopkinton and later moved to Eastham. On the Cape, June enjoyed her morning swims, gardening, square dancing and had many friends within the community. She spent her summers with her beloved grandchildren and filled them with a lifetime of joyful memories. Later in life, she developed Alzheimer’s Disease and moved to Rockport, where she could be closer to her granddaughter and great grandchildren. She spent the last years of her life creating new memories for them, filled with laughter, joy and singing. June also became a precious part of the Denmar community. The family would like to thank the staff at Denmar for the meticulous care, love and attention they provided June during the last years of her life. 

June is survived by two sons, Richard Dwinnell and his wife, Cheri of Maine and Ronald Dwinnell and his partner, Ilene of Pennsylvania and CA. She also leaves behind two sisters, Rosemary Bleakney of Westboro and Caroline Predmore of Maryland; 4 grandchildren, Bethany Dionne, Jason Dunton, Joshua Dwinnell and Rachael Walker, as well as 10 great-grandchildren. She is predeceased by her daughter, Janice Greenwood, her son, Randy Dwinnell, and her brothers, Robert, William and Fred Grant.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Arrangements are under the care of the Chesmore Funeral Home of Hopkinton. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association of MA, 309 Waverly Oaks Rd. Waltham, MA 02452 or www.alz.org/ 

Christos Papadellis, 97, of Framingham and Ashland.

On Tuesday evening, May 5, 2020, Christos S. Papadellis, loving husband of Niki, father of Randy C. and Louis C. passed peacefully in his home of 56 years after a short illness.

Born in the village of Anemotia on the island of Lesvos, Greece, the youngest of five children, Chris left home at age 12 to become an apprentice in a men’s clothing store while attending school in the island’s capital of Mytelene. After helping protect his family during the Nazi occupation of the island, he joined the Greek National Army, fighting against the communist forces in Greece. He returned from the army and married “the girl almost next door,” Niki, and immigrated to the United States. With $17 in his pocket, he went through Ellis Island and landed in Framingham where his beloved sister Eukratia lived. Eventually, after a year, he made enough money to send for his wife to join him.

After the birth of his two sons, he intended to move back to his home country. In 1963 however, he and Niki opted to stay in the United States, which provided better opportunities for the family— especially their children. Doing what was best for his family would be a constant goal throughout Chris’ long life.

From the late 1950’s until 1981, Chris owned and operated the Frosty Tee on Route 9 in Natick.  In 1968, he expanded his operation, opening the Tasty Treat on Route 135 in Ashland. He then expanded his business holdings to include real estate, such as the Union Village across the road from Tasty Treat— a property which he owned and managed up until his death. Several well- known restauranteurs as well as hundreds of teenagers and young adults started their careers working for Chris in both of his operations.

He was predeceased by his parents Sarandis and Evangeline, his siblings Eukratia, Julia, George and Stratos and their spouses. He leaves his wife of 69 years Niki, his sons Randy (Cathy) and Louis (Laura), both of Hopkinton, four grandchildren Anne Elizabeth, Christopher, Christian and Alexa Papadellis and many nieces and nephews in both Greece and the United States.

The family is extremely appreciative of the Sts. Anargyroi Greek Orthodox Church community especially Fr. Gregory Christakos who provided much love and support to him in his later years.

At this time, funeral services will be for family only with hope of a memorial service to honor Chris’ rich life at a future date. In lieu of flowers, one may make a contribution in the name of Christos Papadellis to the Sts. Anargyroi Capital Campaign, P.O. Box 381, Marlborough, MA 01752.  

David W. Pierson, 72

David W. Pierson, 72, of Hopkinton, passed away Monday, April 27, 2020 at Milford Hospital after 3 years at Golden Pond Assisted Living. Born in Waterbury, CT. he was the son of the late Edith (Wilber) and David D. Pierson. He lived most of his life in his home in Maynard, MA.

Raised in Woodbury CT, Dave was involved in Scouting, 4-H, and building, tinkering with, and fixing all manner of things, particularly electrical or mechanical. After graduating from Waterbury Technical College, he moved to Massachusetts where he worked for Digital Equipment Corp, building and maintaining computers for 30 years, traveling to Scotland and Moscow. After DEC closed, he joined the USPS, initially delivering mail and later applying his talents as a technician maintaining large mail sorting machines.  

An avid railway fan, he gathered with friends on Sunday mornings to watch trains. His home, a museum of the history of all things mechanical, electronic, or military, was filled with books and ephemera documenting the development of the modern age. Collections of yankee push screwdrivers, vintage radios, phonographs, electrical meters; and operation/technical manuals for early diesel-electric locomotives and signal equipment, postcards, even early vintage computers, reflected his fondness for flea markets. Items from his shelves now are in the collections of the New England Museum of Wireless and Steam in Greenwich R.I and the Boston Museum of Science. Photography was another hobby, resulting in a modest collection of antique cameras, both 8 mm and still. His library included near complete collections of Tom Swift and the Hardy Boys. His interests in print ranged from comic books, to the Proceedings of American Institute of Electrical Engineers. Miscellany included early TV, and radio equipment, parts, pieces and technical drawings, diagrams and manuals, all of which he had mentally cataloged. He could tell you just where to find whatever might satisfy your interest. 

David was an avid and expert fireworks enthusiast. He edited the newsletter of the New Hampshire Pyrotechnics Association for many years. He tried never to miss the annual conventions of the Pyrotechnics Guild International (PGI), traveling west from New England on his motorcycle. At these meetings he was much more than a spectator, pitching in wherever there was work to be done, entertaining the crew with jokes along the way. His standing in this fireworks community was shown by his repeated appointment as “B-line Boss”, responsible for the safe handling and firing of the largest aerial shells. 

 A master wordsmith, his puns comprised a significant portion of his jokes and crossword puzzles his attention. Speculation has arisen that his strategy of following a few bad jokes with a good one, led to more laughter at the good one. His breadth of knowledge sometimes left listeners missing the point, and he would then need enlighten us ordinary folks.  

For Dave, summer vacation was riding his motorcycle westward to Sturgis, South Dakota or beyond. BMW awarded him a certificate attesting to more than 200 thousand miles on the road. He visited his aunt and uncle in Connecticut before and after his trips west. He often joined his parents on Star Island, off the coast of Portsmouth NH, pitching in with the engineering or carpentry crew there. Dedicated to his parents in their retirement, it is doubtful he ever missed a Thanksgiving, Christmas or birthday with them once they returned ashore in their 70’s from their year-round life on Star Island.  

Recently remembered as a gentleman, which he certainly was, he was also a gentle man, conscious and considerate of the feelings of others. His kindness, humor, warmth and encyclopedic intellect lives on in those who knew him.  Dave is survived by siblings, William of Glen Burnie, MD, Andrew of  Springvale ME,, Margery Dixon of Jarretsville, MD, and Janaki of Woodbury CT. His four nieces, Sepedeh, Neda, Rosanna and Samantha, and two nephews Adaon and Anerin, also survive him.   

Dave’s request was to be cremated. In lieu of flowers, donations are welcomed to the following charities.We recommend mailing checks so your full contribution is received by the non-profit. On-line donations are also available for most of below options 1) Maynard Historical Society: 195 Main St, Maynard, MA 01754 2) The Lakota of North Dakota via One Spirit  or PO Box 3209 Rapid City SD 57709 3) https://starisland.org/  : Morton-Benedict House 30 Middle St. Portsmouth, NH 03801. Arrangements are under the care of the Chesmore Funeral Home of Hopkinton, 

Arthur L. Lane, 93

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 at a later date. 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, 

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Arthur L. Lane, 93

Arthur L. Lane, 93, of Hopkinton, passed away following a short battle with Covid-19 on Friday, May 8, 2020 at Oak Knoll Healthcare in Framingham. Born in Saint Clairsville, Ohio, he was the son of the late Goldie and Christopher Lane. He was the husband of Ann (Mead) Lane of Hopkinton.

Mr. Lane’s obituary is pending at this time. Interment will be held privately and arrangements are under the care of the Chesmore  Funeral Home of Hopkinton.

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David W. Pierson, 72

 David W. Pierson, 72, of Hopkinton, passed away Monday, April 27, 2020 at Golden Pond Assisted Living in Hopkinton, following a short battle with Covid-19. Born in Waterbury, CT. he was the son of the late Edith (Wilber) and David B. Pierson. Mr. Pierson’s obituary is pending at this time. Private family arrangements will be held at are under the care of the Chesmore Funeral Home of Hopkinton.

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June Marie Ranlett, 91

June Marie Ranlett, 91, of Hopkinton, passed away Wednesday, April 29, 2020 at Denmar Health and Rehab in Rockport, following a short battle with Covid-19. Mrs. Ranlett’s obituary is pending at this time and arrangements are under the care of the Chesmore Funeral Home of Hopkinton, www.ChesmoreFuneralHome.com 

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Mary Abajian, 101

Mary Abajian, 101, of Framingham and formerly Hopkinton, passed away peacefully after a short battle with Covid-19 on Thursday, May 7, 2020. She would have turned 102 on May 28th. She was the wife of the late Paul Abajian….when you saw one, you saw both.  

Mary is survived by her son, Paul Abajian of Vermont and her daughter,  Dorothy Chapelle and her husband, Paul of Hopkinton. She also leaves many grandchildren and great-grandchildren around the country. Mary loved being part of the Framingham community during her and Paul’s adult lives. 

A very sincere thank you to the caring staff at Oak Knoll Healthcare Facility in Framingham. Mary was laid to rest with her parents & husband in Hopkinton. Arrangements are under the care of the Chesmore Funeral Home of Hopkinton.   

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TEE TIMES NOW OPEN AS BAKER LIFTS BAN ON GOLF;

COURSES ALLOWED TO REOPEN UNDER STRICT RULES

Colin A. Young, State House News Service 5/7/20 10:16 AM

MAY 7, 2020.....Gov. Charlie Baker is ready to let people tee off in Massachusetts again.

The administration updated a COVID-19 essential services webpage Thursday morning and said that while golf courses are not considered essential businesses, "private operators of golf courses may permit individuals access to the property so long as there are no gatherings of any kind..."

The new rules require that "appropriate social distancing of six feet between individuals is strictly followed" and groups will be limited to four golfers, as is traditional.

The updated guidance also allows municipal golf courses to open, but all courses must comply with a strict set of restrictions -- including a ban on caddies and golf carts and the mandate that courses have hand sanitizer readily available.

Golfers have become vocal about their desire to get back on the links, and their frustration that the governor consistently encouraged people to get outside and get exercise, but did not seem to give real credence to the idea that golf could be a safe, distant activity.

"We're not a warm weather state. It's been winter for the most part. I get the fact that there are golfers who like to golf in the winter. But if you were to say to me do I think that golfing in the winter would be considered an essential thing to be doing at a point in time when we were closing down thousands and thousands and thousands of other non-essential businesses in Massachusetts? My answer to that would be no," Baker said last week.

The governor was responding to a question from online golf columnist Tom Gorman, who recently dubbed the governor "Golf's Grim Reaper."

Of the states that closed golf courses at the start of the pandemic, Massachusetts was the last to allow the sport to resume.

"Things have gotten testy at times in Massachusetts as eager golfers have clamored their state government for golf courses to reopen," Golf Advisor, which tracks the status of courses around the country, wrote Thursday morning.

Under the new guidance, golf courses can identify staff to serve as security personnel and enforce social distancing, but no other employees may work the "recreational component" of the golf operation. Groundskeeping has been allowed throughout the pandemic. Golfers will have to pay either online or via a remote payment method.

Players must wait in their car until 15 minutes before their tee time, and courses are required to keep practice greens and driving ranges closed. Tee times must be at least 15 minutes apart, according to the guidance.

Everyone must use their own clubs. Flag sticks must remain in the hole at all times, there will be no rakes to tidy bunkers, and courses must remove or cover ball washers. Once the round is over, players must immediately return to their cars.

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Marilyn June Armstrong, 89, of Hopkinton, passed away Friday, May 1, 2020 at Golden Pond in Hopkinton. Born in Butler, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of the late Hildegarde (Zimmermann) Frederick and Orville McKay. She was the wife of David S. Armstrong of Hopkinton.

Mrs. Armstrong’s obituary and arrangements are pending at this time and are under the care of the Chesmore Funeral Home of Hopkinton. www.ChesmoreFuneralHome.com
 

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Hopkinton Democratic Town Caucus
Open to the public; registered Hopkinton Democrats invited to participate

Hopkinton, MA. : The Hopkinton Democratic Town Committee (HDTC) is holding its nominating caucus for the June town elections on Thursday, May 14th.

Hopkinton Democratic Town Caucus – Virtual online caucus

Please join us Thursday, May 14, 6:30 - 8:30pm, for our monthly  meeting and caucus to elect our slate of candidates for the local election being held on June 29. Residents are encouraged to vote by mail in ALL 2020 elections & applications for absentee ballots are available by contacting the Hopkinton Town Clerk, cdegan@hopkintonma.gov.

For those dialing in on May 14th at 6:30pm: HDTC Town Caucus
(312) 626 6799 or (646) 558 8656

Meeting ID: 899 5421 8347 #

For those joining the web conference on May 14th at 6:30pm: HDTC Town Caucus
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89954218347?pwd=Y2tXTVBtc3NtVm1tQ0hsNWdZbytpdz09
Meeting ID: 899 5421 8347, Password: 033760

The session will start up to ten minutes early to give everyone time to connect.

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.

The Hopkinton Democratic Town Committee mission is to foster and sustain an active, informed electorate; encourage citizen participation in government as elected and appointed officials; strengthen the local Democratic Party, both in numbers and in sense of purpose; and work in conjunction with the State and National Democratic Party to secure freedom and justice for people everywhere. HDTC meetings are held on the third Thursday of the month and are open to all. https://hopkintondemocrats.org/

Contacts:
Ellen Rutter, HDTC Secretary Darlene Hayes, HDTC Chair
Phone: 508-259-2000 Phone: 508-904-7417
EllenRutterHDTC@gmail.com  Chair@hopkintondemocrats.org

HDTC Press release

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Frederick C. Oehley, 67

HOPKINTON - Frederick C. Oehley, 67, died Saturday, May 2, 2020 in Marlborough. Born in Framingham, he was the son of the late Arthur F. Oehley Sr. and Charlotte L. (Carruth) Oehley. He was the stepson of the late Leonard F. Chase.

He was a longtime resident of Hopkinton, and a lifelong member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church. He worked for many years at Pizza Hut. At the time of his death, he was residing in Marlborough.

He is survived by his step brother Frank Chase and his wife Mary of Hopkinton.

Private burial of cremains will take place in Mount Auburn Cemetery, Hopkinton at a later date.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Callanan Cronin Funeral Home.

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Dear Friends and Supporters of Troop 4,
We sincerely appreciate your support of Hopkinton’s Boy Scout Troop 4 and the annual Pancake Breakfast and Silent Auction. With sponsorship, advertising support, and attendance you help make this annual event a tremendous success.

Unfortunately, we were unable to hold the pancake breakfast scheduled for April 4, 2020. We are working to reschedule this fundraiser to a new date and will be in touch when those details are finalized.

If you have already purchased tickets to the pancake breakfast, your tickets will be automatically transferred to the new date.

Sponsorship and placemat advertisements will automatically be applied to the rescheduled event.

We hope we can continue to count on your support of the Pancake Breakfast and Silent Auction despite this postponement.

 This event helps us fund high adventure trips for Troop 4 scouts including hiking in our National Parks and camping and outdoor adventure opportunities. Your support helps to provide Hopkinton youth with a quality scouting experience that develops future leaders and strengthens our community.

We appreciate your understanding during these extraordinary circumstances.

Yours in scouting,
All scouts, leaders and parents of Hopkinton Boy Scout Troop 4

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Hopkinton Garden Club

Cancels Annual Plant Sale

The Hopkinton Garden Club regrets to announce their much-anticipated annual Spring Plant Sale (traditionally held the Saturday before Mother’s Day) has been cancelled.

We know many look forward to it as much as we do, and will we miss seeing you and chatting about our shared garden interests. However, with the spread of COVID-19, your safety and that of our members must come first. We'll look forward to seeing you at our next opportunity to have a safe and fun event.

Please continue to support our efforts by enjoying and enhancing your gardens. Be sure to include some native plants to help our pollinators as they work to maintain the fragile ecosystems required to grow our food, and keep our planet healthier.

Interested in learning more about native plants? This webinar with Dan Jaffe (formerly of the Native Plant Trust) provides a wealth of information:  Adventures with Oddities: Strange and Noteworthy Natives (courtesy of the Ecological Landscaping Alliance), https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wbim1da02t0&feature=youtu.be

Watch for our Hopkinton beautification projects around town:  the corner at CVS, plantings at the Town Common, the Welcome to Hopkinton Town Sign, the Hopkinton Public Library and the many pots along Main Street will come out toward the end of May (thanks to the DPW!).

Thank you so much for your continued interest and support of our work.

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Join us on Thursday, May 7 for our Virtual Classroom Visit Day!

Even though our campus is closed, we still want to offer families the opportunity to visit Fay and learn more about our programs. We'd like to invite you to our first-ever Virtual Classroom Visit Day, which will be a live event hosted on Zoom featuring presentations from our school leaders, perspectives from students and parents, and our new, immersive, 360-degree virtual tour!

Virtual Classroom Visit Day Schedule
10:00 am - Welcome from Rob Gustavson, Head of School, and Beth Whitney, Director of Admission
10:10 am - Video: "Experience Fay"
10:20 am - Panel with Heads of Primary, Lower, and Upper School: "The Essence of Fay: Foundational Skills and Distance Learning"
10:40 am - Student Perspectives
10:45 am - Virtual Tour
11:15 am - Closing

Questions? Contact our office at admission@fayschool.org  or call us at 508-490-8201.    RSVP HERE

Reminder: Tomorrow is the Day

Face Masks/Covering Required May 6

BOSTON — MAy 1, 2020The Baker-Polito Administration today issued an order requiring the use of masks or face coverings in public places where they cannot socially distance from others.

Mask and Face Covering Order: The Baker-Polito Administration has ordered all residents over the age of two to use a face covering or mask in public places where maintaining proper social distancing measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19 are not possible. This statewide order goes into effect on May 6th and supersedes previously issued guidance relative to mask use.

This order applies to all workers and customers of businesses and other organizations that are currently open to the public and permitted to operate as COVID-19 Essential Businesses, such as grocery stores, pharmacies and other retail stores. Residents are also required to wear a mask or face covering at all times when using any means of transportation service or public mass transit.

A face covering may include anything that covers your nose and mouth, including a mask, scarf or bandana. Health care masks should not be used and should be preserved for health care workers and first responders. Cloth masks should not be worn by young children under the age of two, persons with difficulty breathing, or those who are unconscious, incapacitated or otherwise unable to remove the mask without assistance. Instructions on how to make a cloth mask are available from the CDC here.

4 More Confirmed Cases — Additional Death Since Last Report

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Armin Lewis Burdick, 27

Armin Lewis Burdick, 27, of Millis, passed away Wednesday, April 29, 2020 as a result of an automobile accident. Born in Boston, he was the son of Betsabeh Ghazian, George Burdick of Southborough, and father to Elora Burdick, age 2. Armin attended the Faith Community Church in Hopkinton with his dad. He was on his journey in Christ. A baptism for late spring, early summer was discussed.

Armin went to Clyde Brown Elementary and Millis Middle School, before attending Westborough High School, and Swift River Academy in Cummington, MA. He returned to Westborough after 18 months at Swift River to graduate from Westborough High in 2013. Armin attended Key West Community College, where he earned his open water scuba certification. Soon after he worked for his father at Merrill Lynch as an intern/associate.

Armin however, decided his calling was working with his hands. Last year, he landed his dream job at a prestigious landscape architecture firm, R P Marzilli of Medway. Armin was popular with his co-workers there who are “devastated” by the loss of Armin. Armin was on his way to work to a work site when the accident occurred.

He was loved by those who knew him for his personable nature, mischievous smile, and humor. His playful humor was best illustrated the Sunday the 26th in a visit to pickup Elora to go to the local park. He hid in the bushes, and sprang out as she was being walked out for the visit evoking screams from both Grandpa and Elora.

When Armin wasn’t working or visiting Elora, Armin enjoyed working out at 24 hour Fitness in Medway and Ashland (close to Elora). He traveled with his father to Dover, NH last year, earning his USAW level 1 over a two-day period at Everproven Crossfit. He liked helping others in the gym and was in the process of studying for his Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) designation.

Armin valued his childhood friendships in Millis formed through soccer but particularly Pop Warner football that culminated in a championship. Through middle school, although enrolled in Millis, he played soccer for the Westborough Lazers as they achieved a perfect record. He attended Westborough Cub Scout pack and graduated to Boy Scout.

Armin loved the outdoors, especially fishing and camping. He went on many trips with the Scouts, and with his father camping. He enjoyed the many pontoon boat rides on Long Lake in Maine with his grandparents. One year even his beloved uncles Dar and Hooman visited, partaking in boat rides and hot tub soaking.

He visited his grandparents in Florida for Christmas through the years until they sold their home a few years ago. He went on a cruise with his mother and traveled to Europe with her to visit relatives when he was young child. His love of outdoors and adventure reached an apex in 2006 when he went on a 10-day Africa safari with his dad. In fact, he recounted his visit to Tanzania and Zanzibar in a class presentation.

Armin’s life can’t be complete without discussing the light of his life, Elora. She has brown eyes with curly hair like her dad, and orange-reddish hair with beautiful skin like her mom, Noelle. Elora is sassy and likes to be silly, it’s not hard to figure out where that came from.

God, his grandmother (Moman), grandfather, and unfortunately even a couple friends who also were gone far too soon, will be entertained by Armin in heaven. He is at peace in a beautiful tapestry of unending landscapes perfected by our father for him to enjoy. To you Armin we say, “may we be so lucky to meet your kind soul in heaven, with much love from your family and friends”.

Arrangements are being held privately and are under the care of the Chesmore Funeral Home of Hopkinton. www.ChesmoreFuneralHome.com

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Eugene (Wen) Tanubrata, 93

Eugene (Wen) Tanubrata (Tan Kai Jan, B: March 26, 1927) departed this world the morning of April 30th, 2020 in his 93rd year. Wen’s amazing life spanned many generations and continents. He was born in Cirebon, Indonesia, to Tan Gin Han and Nelly De Vos, the second youngest of 8 siblings and two half siblings. He married the love of his life, Weilien Huang (Oey Hwei Lian), on September 7th, 1948. With their family, he immigrated from Indonesia to Yunnan, China; then to Hong Kong; and finally to the United States as his children attended college.
 
Wen had an adventurous and entrepreneurial spirit. He was fluent in at least four languages (Dutch, Chinese, Indonesian, English) and multiple dialects. Wen held many trades in order to provide for his family and communities, among them engineer, car mechanic, distributor, store owner, restaurateur, and caregiver to a bevy of grandchildren. He was an avid practitioner of martial arts (Kung Fu and Tai Chi), and taught volunteer classes at community and senior centers. His musical talent was innate - playing multiple instruments, learning music by ear and bringing joy across the world to family and friends. He loved to play chess with his family and friends and regularly schooled friends half his age. In all these endeavors he was self-taught and displayed a keen intellect and curiosity his entire life.
 
Wen is predeceased by his wife, Weilien (Oma), and all his siblings. He is survived by his four children, Julia Tanubrata Tate, Leina Tanubrata Mahylis, WIlliam Hin Tanubrata, and Chandra Tanubrata, and their respective spouses. Opa is also survived by a legacy of grandchildren: Jennifer, Jocelyn, Alexander, Tiffany, Brian, Albert, Helen, Alison, and Robert; and great-grandchildren: James, Elliott, Julianne, and Peter; as well as numerous loving relatives near and far.
 
A private viewing and virtual memorial service will be held on May 2nd, 2020 at Callanan Cronin Funeral Home in Hopkinton, MA.

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BOSTON – The Baker-Polito Administration today issued an order requiring the use of masks or face coverings in public places where they cannot socially distance from others. The Administration also announced expanded community health center COVID-19 testing capacity at centers throughout the Commonwealth.

Mask and Face Covering Order: The Baker-Polito Administration has ordered all residents over the age of two to use a face covering or mask in public places where maintaining proper social distancing measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19 are not possible. This statewide order goes into effect on May 6th and supersedes previously issued guidance relative to mask use.

This order applies to all workers and customers of businesses and other organizations that are currently open to the public and permitted to operate as COVID-19 Essential Businesses, such as grocery stores, pharmacies and other retail stores. Residents are also required to wear a mask or face covering at all times when using any means of transportation service or public mass transit.

A face covering may include anything that covers your nose and mouth, including a mask, scarf or bandana. Health care masks should not be used and should be preserved for health care workers and first responders. Cloth masks should not be worn by young children under the age of two, persons with difficulty breathing, or those who are unconscious, incapacitated or otherwise unable to remove the mask without assistance. Instructions on how to make a cloth mask are available from the CDC here.

Read the Order here.

Community Health Care Center COVID-19 Testing: In continued partnership with Quest Diagnostics and the Mass League of Community Health Centers, the Baker-Polito Administration today announced further expansion of COVID-19 testing at additional centers throughout the Commonwealth.

This testing expansion builds upon the previously announced increased testing, bringing the total to 18 Community Health Centers. The new facilities that will begin or expand testing include:

Lynn Community Health Center
Holyoke Health Center
North Shore Community Health Center
South Boston Community Health Center
Community Health Center of Franklin County

Rob Saunders, 69

Rob Saunders, 69, died in Hopkinton on April 27th 2020 from complications related to Covid-19 and Parkinson’s disease. Rob was born on August 28, 1950, in Seattle, Washington. He graduated from Lakeside School and went on to study art at the Rhode Island School of Design, earning a BFA in 1973. He spent his junior year abroad in Italy, where he fell in love with the country and pledged to return. Rob discovered music at a very young age and from that time on, it played a leading role in his life. He was an exceptionally gifted musician and could play a variety of instruments, but he went on to become a master of the guitar. In his 20’s, he did return to Italy, where he lived for seven years. He earned his MFA in printmaking from Rosary College at Villa Schifanoia in Florence while supporting himself as a musician and busking his way around Europe during vacations. He discovered a love for bluegrass, was a member of the Angel Band, and released a record called All The Good Times. He developed a passion for Italian culture, became a master of ‘slow eating’ and learned Italian, which he spoke for the rest of his life at every opportunity.

Rob was a talented artist as well as musician, and decided to pursue graphic design and illustration as a career. Upon returning to the United States in 1980, he settled in Brookline, MA. He started his own business as an illustrator and went on to do work for popular magazines and newspapers over the next twenty-five years. He married Maureen Giovannini and had one daughter, Olivia. Rob was a founding member of bands such as The Half Tones, Harmony Gritz, and Sinti Rhythm. He was often considered the life of the party and played with friends any chance he could get, especially getting into the music of Django Reinhardt and gypsy jazz. In 2011 he was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. He continued playing music and learned to play the bass ukulele when the guitar became too difficult. His first grandchild was born in 2015, his second in 2017, and he greatly enjoyed spending time with them.  

He is survived by his daughter Olivia (Ryan) Peters of Natick, and his grandchildren, Adrienne and Vincent; his sister Susan Blackman, of Portland Oregon; nephews Eli (Haley) Blackman of Portland, and Amos (Shannon) Blackman of Seattle, and niece Adriane Blackman of Portland, along with several great-nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will take place over the summer. Donations in Rob’s memory may be made to the Brookline Music School. Arrangements are under the care of the Chesmore Funeral Home of Hopkinton, www.ChesmoreFuneralHome.com

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Milford Regional Announces Changes at Urgent Care Locations

MILFORD – Services at several of Milford Regional’s urgent care sites will be adjusted starting Monday to meet patient needs as the public health crisis continues.

The changes impact services at the Hopkinton, Northbridge and Franklin locations.

Milford Regional Urgent Care, 1 Lumber St., Hopkinton – This location will open as a respiratory care clinic. The hours will be Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.; and Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. This location will remain open for walk-in x-rays. This location will treat patients exhibiting respiratory illnesses, such as fever, cough, mild shortness of breath, wheezing, sore throat, muscle aches, or lost sense of taste or smell. However, patients without those symptoms will also be welcomed if they choose.

Milford Regional Urgent Care, 1280 West Central St. (Rte. 140), Franklin. – This location will revert back to an urgent care facility seeing patients for all health issues not related to COVID-19. Patients in need of diagnostic imaging services with symptoms of or exposure to COVID-19 will be directed to Hopkinton.

Milford Regional in The Blackstone Valley, 100 Commerce Drive, Northbridge – The urgent care location will be closed. A respiratory clinic will be opened at 200 Commerce Way in the area previously used as OB/GYN and pediatric offices. The clinic will treat patients exhibiting respiratory illnesses, such as fever, cough, mild shortness of breath, wheezing, sore throat, muscle aches, or lost sense of taste or smell. The clinic will be open Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.; and Saturday and Sunday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Diagnostic imaging and lab services will remain open with new hours, Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. and will be closed on the weekend. Patients with symptoms of or exposure to COVID-19 in need if diagnostic imaging services will be directed to Milford Regional Medical Center or the Hopkinton urgent care site.

Milford Regional Urgent Care, 127-129 South Main Street, Milford – This location will remain open as an urgent care facility for all health services not related to COVID-19.

The Imaging Center at Milford Regional Medical Center will be closed on the weekends. Symptomatic patients or those exposed to COVID-19 should go to the urgent care location in Hopkinton for those services.

Milford Regional encourages you to go to our website at www.milfordregional.org/ to stay up–to-date on the Medical Center’s response to COVID-19.

Hopkinton resident receives NSF grant to study Coronavirus

April 30, 2020 — Dr. Mary Jo Ondrechen of Hopkinton has received a fast-track grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to study the protein structures of the coronavirus and to identify ways to modify its destructive behavior.

Dr. Ondrechen is Professor of Chemistry and Chemical Biology at Northeastern University. Rather than using test tubes and beakers, her research group applies computational methods to analyze protein molecules -- including those from viruses -- and identify their active sites. Once these sites have been identified, binding inhibitors can be applied to them, rendering the viruses inactive. The goal is to find inhibitors with minimal side effects to the patient.

The group has a special ability to apply artificial intelligence to locate sites not identified by other methods. These sites include pockets and crevices which serve as new targets for the development of antiviral agents. Large datasets of natural and synthetic compounds will be searched for molecules that fit into these alternative sites.

Finally, compounds that fit will be tested experimentally by a group led by colleague Dr. Penny Beuning, also a Professor at Northeastern University.

“We are searching for vulnerabilities in the viral life cycle,” reports Dr. Ondrechen. “The life cycle of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, involves multiple viral proteins and enzymes required for infectivity and replication. We use computers to expose the vulnerabilities and find molecules that can intervene.”

Her group already has made progress and is working hard every day. “We are joining hundreds of other scientists around the world seeking to understand the virus and stop it,” says Dr. Ondrechen. The rising number of COVID-19 cases, and deaths, right here in Hopkinton serves as special motivation to keep on working.

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The Sharon Timlin Memorial Event Goes Virtual!

Dear Sharon Timlin Memorial Event Supporters:

Thanks to you, for 17 years the Sharon Timlin Memorial Event has been both a celebration of community and a substantial fundraiser supporting ALS research. We had been planning another tremendous, live event in June; however, for the safety and well-being of our participants, volunteers and the local community, our Committee made the tough decision to shift to a virtual platform.

Rather than gather runners and walkers together on the Timlin 5K race route, participants can run, walk, handcycle (or even skip!) 3.1 miles between 7:00 am and 5:00 pm EDT on Saturday, June 20th on any route of their choosing (we ask that you avoid the Timlin Race Route). The 5K will be a fun event with the continued purpose of raising awareness and funds to support ALS research and a cure. Runners will be able to share photos and videos using the hashtag #SharonTimlin2020 on different social media platforms in addition to accessing a race day playlist with upbeat music and inspirational messages from Mike Timlin, Rich Kennedy (President of The Angel Fund), and Dr. Robert Brown (Director of the Cecil B. Day Laboratory for Neuromuscular Research at UMass Medical School, where groundbreaking research of ALS is taking place). The celebration will continue at the end of the race day with a live, virtual toast – we hope you will raise your glass with us!

Other new features include a Family Discount Package ($99 registration fee for 4-5 family members), fundraising incentives and an online Silent Auction. In addition, we will continue to provide a customized race bib and a quality technical t-shirt (both are guaranteed to participants who register by May 20th). We will also be including some fun swag, all of which will be mailed to you.

The event might look a bit different from years past, but we are excited to welcome many new participants through this virtual platform. Runners and families from ANYWHERE can participate! We anticipate this race will reach boundaries well beyond Massachusetts and the Northeast! Register today and be a part of this shared, memorable experience.

Visit www.sharontimlinrace.org for all details and be sure to spread the word! Please contact us at run4als@gmail.com with any questions. We deeply appreciate your continued support of the Sharon Timlin Memorial Event and our efforts to strike out ALS.

With Gratitude,
The Sharon Timlin Memorial Event Committee
#SharonTimlin2020

First Friday Open Mic at the Hopkinton Center for the Arts JOIN US FOR OUR SECOND VIRTUAL OPEN MIC THIS FRIDAY, MAY 1!
Hosted by singer-songwriter Jack Byrne. 

Singers, players, songwriters, poets, and storytellers are invited to perform. Bring your friends for a fun and relaxed evening of music. All ages welcome.

To participate:

1. Request to join our Open Mic Facebook Group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/644247046027344/
 2. Sign-up for your time slot at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0b49a4a62ea4f94-first18
 3. Share the link to this page with friends and family, so they can watch or join in!

https://www.facebook.com/groups/644247046027344/

4. Make sure once you join the group to set your Notifications to see "All Posts". This helps ensure that you are notified when each performer goes live.
 

Each singer gets 10 minutes or 2 songs. Sing from your piano, from your couch, wherever you can!

All are welcome to join the group and enjoy the live music.

Free for all! If you can, please consider making a donation to the HCA Resiliency Fund.

First Friday Open Mic is Sponsored by

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Joseph Jesensky, 73

Joseph Jesensky, 73, of Hopkinton, passed away Wednesday, April 22, 2020 at Milford Regional Hospital following a short battle with Covid-19. Born in Czhechoslovaki Ruzomberok, Czechoslovakia, he was the son of the late Frances (Grunstein) and Alexander Jesensky.

Joseph was a resident of Hopkinton for 42 years. Among his many interests, he was an avid collector of model trains, a lover of classic movies and an enthusiastic gardener. His greatest love of all, though, was for his family.

Joseph is survived by his brother, John F. Jesensky, and sister-in-law, Jean M. Jesensky, of Bolton. Arrangements are being held privately and are under the care of the Chesmore Funeral Home of Hopkinton. .

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