|
|||||
|
Happy Sixtieth
September 16, 2006 Rebecca Canty, left, watches as her Dad, Frank Torento, walks into a full house gathered at Cornell's on Hayden Rowe Street, and a chorus of "Surprise!" this evening followed by the appropriate and traditional song to celebrate his sixtieth birthday. Mrs. Canty and her sister, Bonnie Boie (Not shown), were guilty of surprising Dad with a great party. |
|||||
|
September 16, 2006 Yesterday, Kelly Fournier of Hayden Rowe Street received an award from Fire Chief Gary Daugherty in a small ceremony at the Hopkinton Middle School yesterday attended by Chief Daugherty, Firefighter Santucci, Dr. Lynch, Principal of the Middle School, and teacher William Howard.
Kelly received the certificate for her actions on August 23, 2006, when she awoke and smelled smoke in her home and alerted her parents and brother to the fire that was in her brother's room. |
|||||
|
|
|||||
|
DPW Traffic Advisory
Please be advised that construction to
replace the water main on |
|||||
Pedestrian Fatal Crash on Route 495 South in HopkintonState Police Look for assistance from Public September 16, 2006 Today at about 4:35 a.m. State Police personnel responded to a fatal crash involving a pedestrian on Route 495 South, south of Route 90 in Hopkinton. The crash resulted in one fatality.
The preliminary investigation by Trooper
Carly Rose indicates the following: The male driver of a Chevrolet
was traveling south on Route 495, south of Route 90 in Hopkinton when he
pulled his vehicle into the breakdown lane. A male passenger in
the vehicle then exited the vehicle. An unknown vehicle on Route
495 south subsequently struck this passenger while the passenger was
attempting to cross the roadway. The vehicle that struck him did
not stop and he was transported to
Members of the State Police Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Section, the State Police Crime Scene Services Section, the State Police Detective Unit assigned to the Worcester County District Attorneys Office, the Massachusetts Highway Department, the Milford Police Department, the Milford Fire Department, the Hopkinton Police Department and the Hopkinton Fire Department assisted troopers at the scene. The center and right travel lanes of Route 495 South near the crash scene were closed throughout the crash investigation.
The cause of this crash remains under investigation and the State Police are still searching for the vehicle that struck the pedestrian. Any witness with information about the crash is urged to contact the State Police Barracks in Grafton (telephone number 508-839-4423).
The name of the victim is currently being withheld pending next of kin notifications. |
|||||
|
|
|||||
|
Look through any window
September 15, 2006 Molly Andrews, 4, left, and friend Linnea Dean, also 4, had fun running around the gazebo on the Common this morning. Linnea's side is mirrored by the post on the gazebo's railing. |
|||||
|
|
|||||
|
MOMS Club
The MOMS Club had
its monthly meeting this morning at the Hopkinton YMCA's Hayes Lodge. We
kicked off the year with a Stuffed Animal Friends Picnic and enjoyed the
classic tale of Peter Rabbit performed by John McDonough of The
Pumpernickel Puppets. After the show, Mr. McDonough demonstrated some of
his other puppets for the children. |
|||||
|
|
|||||
|
Picnic Time
It was the end of the first full week of school and the Middle School hosted an all-school cookout on Friday during lunch. The rain held out long enough for the students to feast on hamburgers, hot dogs and watermelon on the football field. All the students seemed comfortable with the new school year and enjoyed the rare outdoor lunch break with their friends. ~ Janice Bogasky |
|||||
|
|
|||||
|
Recycling with the Lions
September 30th - the date of the next Lions Club recycling drive at Colellas Supermarket on Main St. Cans and bottles can be dropped of between 9 am and 2 pm. This procedure is repeated on the last Saturday of each month throughout the year. The Hopkinton Lions Club is a non-profit service organization. All monies earned are dispensed to those in need. Thanks for your help. |
|||||
|
|
|||||
|
Fall into fall
September 15, 2006 Debbie Andrews reassures son, Danny, 3, as her friend Renee Dean looks on, after he had a squabble with his sister and her friend on the Hopkinton Common today. The trees on the Common create a sheltering canopy over the solid brick walkway. The tree in the center, likely a maple, is our first true sign of the impending season. |
|||||
|
|
|||||
|
REMINDER
|
|||||
|
|
|||||
|
And the Winner is... Congratulations to Diane McGrew who was the first to answer correctly and exactly as we had asked. She wins $25.00. Page down to see full sized image. |
|||||
|
|
|||||
|
The one that got away was this big...
September 14, 2006 The great blue heron at Ice House Pond just inhaled a fish on the other side of the pond and is touching down to find some solitude in which to enjoy it. |
|||||
|
|
|||||
|
|
|||||
|
|
|||||
|
Masters of their domains
September 14, 2006 Fr. Michael Billingsley, pastor of St. Paul's Church, and Hopkinton Chief of Police Thomas Irvin greet one another at the Common on Monday, prior to the ecumenical service commemorating the victims of September 11, 2001. Both men are in charge of protecting people, each in their own way. |
|||||
|
|
|||||
|
Walter F. Burke, 85,
died September 13, 2006 in Putnam, CT after a brief illness. Born in
Boston, he was the son of the late Walter C. and Dacy (Taft) Burke. |
|||||
|
|
|||||
|
POLICE NEWS Up-to-date, today, September 14, 2006
4:33 pm A caller reported that her daughter, while pulling out of the High School parking area at 2:00 pm when a Middle School age boy ran into her car, appeared injured...
6:49 am A caller reported he was forced off of the road by a truck...
3:43 pm Matthew McNeil spoke with an Old Town Road resident who observed a gray Audi go into the woods... |
|||||
|
|
|||||
|
You cut, I'll hold
September 14, 2006 Frequent volunteers for - and contributors to - the town, left Ken Weismantel and Ron Yankee cut some boards this morning at the old Train Depot that has been relocated and is being reconstructed on West Main Street. Mr. Yankee said the outside should be ready for winter. |
|||||
|
|
|||||
|
Where is this?
September 14, 2006 The first email with the exact and appropriately named location for this flower wins $25.00, but only if you email from here. And you must also include name, address, and phone number. |
|||||
|
|
|||||
|
CORRECTION: A story below has been corrected to indicate that the Soap Box Derby scheduled to be held on September 30, will be on Church Street, and not the one previously indicated. The October 1 race will be at an EMC building on South Street. |
|||||
|
|
|||||
|
"Multi-Family" Yard and Garage Sales on Saturday Sept 23rd, 2006 at 104 Hayward St - Hopkinton MA from 8 am to 2 pm. Rain Date: Sunday, Sept 24th. Kids toys/games, books, videos, household items, sports equipment, furniture, silk and plastic flowers for flower arranging, collectibles, tools and more...a 'sell pile' gathered over 40+ with something for everybody and definitely something 'somebody' could use! at 104 Hayward St - Hopkinton MA from 8 am to 2 pm. Rain Date: Sunday,
Sept 24th VENDORS WANTED! |
|||||
|
|
|||||
|
Steven Barry Chase, 60, of Hopkinton, died Tuesday, September 12, 2006. Born in Weymouth, he was the son of the late Raymond G. and Ruth (Cousineau) Chase. He was the husband of Laura A. Turcotte of Hopkinton. |
|||||
|
|
|||||
|
New Veterans Monuments
September 13, 2006 Two new monuments have been added to either side of the Veteran's Monument on the Common, as well as new, brighter lights. The most recent conflicts have been chiseled in stone, with room for many more below them. On the top of the left monument is a quote from JFK, and on the top of the right is a quote from Ben Franklin. |
|||||
|
|
|||||
|
Sign on Main Street
September 13, 2006 A friend of Laura McKenzie apparently put this sign up today to let everyone know of this black-balloon occasion. We do know a Laura McKenzie, however the one we know is much younger. |
|||||
|
|
|||||
|
Studio Session Live
September 13, 2006 HCAM-TV Community Producer Bob Crownfield taped another musical show in his Studio Session Live series this evening featuring Casey Desmond, above, who brought a couple of friends with her. Mr. Crownfield will set a date to release the shows for broadcast after taping four programs. |
|||||
|
|
|||||
|
Will coincide with Polyarts on September 30
September 13, 2006 Bob Barnes had his plan to hold a Soap Box Derby approved by the Board of Selectmen, and got the blessing of the Chief of Police, Thomas Irvin, to close Church Street to thru traffic from 7:00 am to 4:00 pm on Saturday, September 30, 2006, the same day that the Polyarts Festival will be held on the Hopkinton Common. "He wanted to be Downtown to draw attention to the sport," said Chief Irvin. Photo: Barnes Family. People living or working will be able to use the street to come and go with a simple cone system, and the watchful eye of the Hopkinton Police. Each race, according to Mr. Barnes, is only 25 seconds long. The Soap Box Derby has brought families together since 1934, and has been held in Akron, Ohio since 1936. Beginner and advanced level kids from 8-17 build their vehicles from kits designed to specification, giving parents and children and exercise in identifying and achieving goals. Mr. Barnes is expecting a very special guest, Katherine McVey, to come from Akron, Ohio compliments of Gulf Oil to compete in the event. The second day of the Derby will be held on South Street at a building EMC is loaning. Photo, left, Katherine and her dad. |
|||||
|
|
|||||
|
A public service announcement from
the Water Sewer Superintendent
You can help us to maintain the Hopkinton Sewer system and keep it working properly. A sewer system maintains a delicate biological balance to help ensure proper levels of gases, oxygen, pH and metals, along with the output of elements such as, phosphorus, nitrogen and nitrates.
The sewer system should not be used as a disposal system for trash, paints, oils, grease, gasoline or other hazardous and flammable chemicals. Even water base latex paint can disrupt sewer alarms and clog measuring equipment.
Not only can these materials cause damage to the pumps and piping but they pose an immediate risk to sewer personnel through chemical interaction and the formation of explosive gases. These materials will also pose major problems for the treatment plant.
In addition it is illegal to pipe gutters, drains or sump pumps into the sewer system this can cause excessive flow during heavy rains and could cause backups in your home. If you need help relocating your sump discharge from the sewer system, please give us a call and we will come out and help you find an alternative.
For those people that have a grinder pump installed, please read the information that came with the pump. A garbage disposal should not be used if you have a grinder pump and no foreign material should be flushed. Glass, metals, seafood shells, eggshells, and any other abrasives should be avoided as they can cause damage to the pump. Please ensure that your pump alarms are on and functioning properly.
In the case of a power outage water should be used sparingly, as the pumps generally store only about 50 gallons and your high level alarm will be disabled. If you do have a problem with your grinder pump please call either Joe DiCarlo at 508-726-7261 Or F.R. Mahony 24 hours a day at 781-982-9300. They are certified service representatives for the E-1 grinder pumps and will respond to emergencies. ~Eric Carty |
|||||
|
|
|||||
|
The Hopkinton Garden Club will be selling club-made vinegars, rose and lavender sachets, and the Kind Alfred daffodil bulbs at our booth at the Hopkinton Polyarts Festival on September 30. We will also have available tickets on sale for our October 26 Open House presenting Sandra Delbridge "When Green Is Green." Please stop by and see us and pick up a membership application. |
|||||
|
|
|||||
|
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. Tuesday 8:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M.
Passport Applications Accepted: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 8:30 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. Tuesday 8:30 A.M. to 7:00 P.M. |
|||||
|
|
|||||
|
Live TV Tonight at HCAM September 13, 2006 Call now, 508-435-7887, to reserve your free tickets to see Casey Desmond at HCAM-TV, 77 Main Street!! Although tickets are no charge, they must be reserved for the advance 6:30 pm seating for the 7:00 pm show.
Casey Desmond is a singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist who brilliantly balances rocking pop/folk melodies & harmonies, and thought provoking lyrics, with everything from the edgiest guitars to deeply haunting acoustic instrumentation. Depending on the song, she can move from a 4 octave powerhouse of emotion and energy, to a vulnerable throaty chanteuse. |
|||||
|
|
|||||
|
Latest Whitehall Appraisal turned in Ron Clark questions legitimacy "Now we have surprise, surprise...to the dime, the same price as the seller" ~ Ron Clark
by Robert Falcione September 12, 2006 The Town of Hopkinton has received an appraisal for the 23 acres of Whitehall land, which appears at first glance to be the exact price as the one submitted by the seller of the land, Ron Nation. Two previous appraisals contracted by the Town came in, one at $2 million and the other at $2.050 million, far short of the $2.685 million price tag that Ron Nation had most recently agreed to. The original price was $3 million, or $2.75 million, depending on a person's interpretation of the Purchase and Sale signed one day before Town Meeting voted to purchase the land last May. A few weeks ago the Town offered Mr. Nation $2.050 million, the highest appraisal it had, but Mr. Nation rejected it, and turned in an appraisal to the Town for the $2.685 million figure. The Selectmen met on August 30 with members of the Open Space Committee, John Coolidge and Jeff Doherty, as well as the Town Counsel Richard D'Angelis, Attorney Dennis, and Representative Paul Loscocco. Selectmen Muriel Kramer, Mary Pratt, and Mike Shepard, a majority, voted to move forward with the sale by seeking an appraisal that met the buyer's last agreed price of $2.685 million. So they hired the same appraiser that Mr. Nation used for his figure because the town cannot by law pay more than an appraised price in order to meet the selling price. At that meeting, the attorneys prefaced the discussion by saying they could not discuss litigation openly, implying that there was court action to force the sale. "Now we have surprise, surprise we have, to the dime, the same price as the seller," said Mr. Clark at the Selectmen's meeting this evening. Mr. Clark questioned when the Open Space Committee voted to send a letter of engagement to the appraiser, Thomas J. Mulhern and Associates. "On September 1," said Vice Chair Mary Pratt. "Can we get a copy of the engagement letter?" asked Mr. Clark. "What is the process now that the Town has 4 appraisals?" he asked. "Mr. Coolidge said the CPC (Community Preservation Committee) would be voting on appraisals," Mr. Clark said. Selectmen Chairman Muriel Kramer said, "I think we can trust the CPC and the Open space Committee." "I believe the process did not follow [Chapter] 30B," Mr. Clark said. Chapter 30B of the General Laws waives certain statutory requirements when a parcel is determined to be "unique" and meets "unique requirements," but must be designated as such in writing. "There are no minutes where a governmental body has voted to find this a unique parcel," he said. "A public body has to vote that," said Mr. Clark. Mr. Coolidge returned a phone call this evening, saying in part in the recorded message he left, "We are waiting to hear from Ron Nation." To read the appraisal, a 36 page, 52 MB file, Choose This. Note: It is a pdf file made from scanned document that the Selectmen's Office printed from an original pdf file they refused to email to HopNews. |
|||||
|
|
|||||
|
Book Club has openings
September 12, 2006 Susie Johnson, left, most well-known as a Real Estate sales person at Westward Homes, is also a lover of good books, and the organizer of the Hopkinton Book Club, which has been meeting for three years, and most recently at Main Street Specialties on a regular basis. "We like to keep the memberships at twelve, but a couple of members are moving soon, so we'll have room for a couple of new members," she said. The members present their own suggestions at the meetings, and then the entire membership votes majority rules. "We're very democratic," Ms. Johnson said. This month's choice is Jitterbug Perfume by Tom Robbins, an epic novel, according to Ms. Johnson. "It begins in ancient times and goes to the present. All of the characters come together through scents," she said. Ms. Johnson was asked if the all-female membership was intentional. "There are 12 members from Hopkinton, all women, but we are open to men. "But no such brave soul has stepped forward yet," she said. Anyone wishing to join call 508-435-1907. |
|||||
|
|
|||||
|
A Piece of the Islands
September 12, 2006 This piece of Main Street, photographed today the fence, welcoming pineapples, and steeple mimicking each other architecturally looks every bit as beautiful as a cape island on a nostalgic summer day. |
|||||
|
|
|||||
|
Time to Switch the Flowers
September 12, 2006 Amy Benincasa tends to her part of Earth today as she spruces up the triangle at the entrance to her neighborhood at Oliver lane and Wood Streets today. |
|||||
|
|
|||||
|
Arrangements incomplete Steven Barry Chase, 60, of Hopkinton, died Tuesday, September 12, 2006. He was the husband of Laura A. Turcotte of Hopkinton. Arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of the Chesmore Funeral Home of Hopkinton. |
|||||
|
|
|||||
|
Senior Center Ribbon-Cutting September 28, 2006 at 10:00 am
September 12, 2006 The Hopkinton Senior Center will hold an Open House on September 28 at 10:00 am at the new location. Above, wildflowers are illuminated by the sun as the Senior Center provides a muted backdrop. |
|||||
|
|
|||||
|
|
|||||
Click here to make HopNews your default
homepage! <---works with Internet Explorer.
Student receives award
Soap
Box Derby Comes to Hopkinton
Mr. Barnes his hoping that the crowd from Polyarts will enjoy his event,
and that the participants in his race will find Polyarts to their
liking, adding bodies to each event.
