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David Alan Rice, 75

David Alan Rice, 75, of Bellingham, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Sunday, September 19, 2021. Born in Dorchester, he was the son of the late Ruth (Ingalls) and Clyde Rice.

David was a 1963 graduate of Bellingham High School. He then went on to earn an Associate’s Degree from Dean College in Franklin. Before his retirement, he was an employee at Newport/Thermo Gerolach in Franklin. where he was once an Employee of the Month. He taught Sunday school with his brother-in-law, Greg, and was involved with recording Tape ministry as well as being a Sunday school coordinator. For a brief time, he was a bass player for the singing group, “New Song” as well as a member of his mother’s church choir, and a few other voluntary jobs all at Faith Community Church in Hopkinton. He was a big movie buff who loved playing video games and loved the band, Queen. He was an excellent chess player and most importantly he loved his nieces and nephews.

David is survived by his brother-in-law, Gregory Titus of Woonsocket, RI; his nephews, Eric Titus of Bellingham, Andrew Titus and his wife, Katie of Smithfield, RI, Cherie Svannson and her husband, Jeffrey and Holly Titus all of Woonsocket; grand-nieces, Anne-Marie, Claire, Cecilia, and Felicity Dancause. He is predeceased by his sister, Janet E. Titus, who passed away on September 6, 2021.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, September 25th from 8:30-9:30 a.m. at the Chesmore Funeral Home of Hopkinton, 57 Hayden Rowe St. www.ChesmoreFuneralHome.com  A funeral service will follow in the funeral home at 9:30 a.m. Interment will follow the service at Blue Hill Cemetery in Braintree at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Faith Community Church, 146 E. Main St. Hopkinton, MA 01748.

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Greyhound Friends Fall 2021 Open House
Saturday, September 18, 2021 - 10: am - 3:00 pm

Adopters, supporters, and friends are all invited to attend our Fall Open House on Saturday, September 18, 2021 (rain date: September 19). The day’s activities will include refreshments, music, vendors, visits with adoptable dogs, a remembrance ceremony, silent auction & raffle, and information on our ongoing work helping dogs near and far. The event is free, open to the general public, and will be held outdoors, with limited indoor access.

For everyone’s comfort and safety, masks are requested for unvaccinated guests and distancing is recommended whenever possible. All dogs are welcome, on leash (not retractable please) and in owner’s full control. Children must be supervised at all times. Please remember to bring tick protection for both people and dogs. We hope to see you there!

Massachusetts State Treasurer Deborah Goldberg today announced the latest grouping of names that have been added to the state’s list of unclaimed property owners. Over 49,000 new properties worth millions of dollars are owed to individuals and businesses throughout the Commonwealth.

“We currently hold over $3.4 billion in unclaimed property at Treasury and it could be yours,” said State Treasurer Deborah B. Goldberg. “One in ten Massachusetts residents are owed money. Call our office today to begin the claims process.”

Unclaimed property includes forgotten savings and checking accounts, un-cashed checks, insurance policy proceeds, stocks, dividends, and the contents of unattended safe deposit boxes. Most accounts are considered abandoned and are turned over to the state after three years of inactivity. Last year, Treasury processed over 120,000 claims and returned over $139 million in property to its rightful owners.

This newly released list includes only individuals and businesses with unclaimed property over $100. Treasurer Goldberg urged all citizens to check the comprehensive list for all amounts at www.findmassmoney.com  or call our live call center at 888-344-MASS (6277).

The full list of the new individuals and businesses added to the unclaimed property list was published in the Boston Globe on September 12th and will be published in the Herald on September 19th. In addition, the list of names will be published in regional and local papers.

The Treasury releases an updated list of unclaimed property assets every six months as the new accounts are turned over to the Commonwealth. There is no time limit for a person to claim this property and, in many cases, claimants will receive interest.

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Madeline J. Norton, 88

Madeline J. Norton, 88 of Hopkinton passed away Tue Sept. 14th at her home surrounded by family. Born in Natick, she was the daughter of the late John and June (Sobieski) Garvey and wife of the late Henry “Bud” Norton who died in 1985. Madeline worked as a bookkeeper for many years for St. John the Evangelist Church in Hopkinton and later St. Bridget Church in Maynard. She will be remembered for her love of family, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Mrs. Norton is survived by her children: Debi Womack and her husband Steven; Jack Norton and his wife Robin; Nancy Cotter; Jim Norton and his wife Alison; and Madelyn Joyce and her husband John; 12 grandchildren; Melissa Danielli and her husband Neer, Darcy Repucci and her husband Nate, Jason Wright and his wife Colleen, Justin Norton and his wife Lauren, Michael Norton and his wife Holly, Steve Womack, Sam Harris and her husband Jamie, Stefanie Johnson and her husband Dean, Marc Cotter, John Joyce and his fiancée Jamie Lewis, Shawn Womack and his fiancée MacKenzie, Julie Joyce and significant other Ben Fuller; 15 great grandchildren: Eyal Danielli, Shiri Danielli, Enzo Repucci, Braden Chapman, Zevi Danielli, Natan Danielli, Leili Danielli, Isabella Repucci, Leo Repucci, Ryleigh Harris, Declan Wright, James Harris, Finn Norton, Liam Norton and Jax Joyce; siblings: Jack and Erma Garvey, Linda Curley, Margie and Jim Young, Richard and Thayne Garvey, and Dan Norton. She was predeceased by Barbara and Bob Benedict, Janet Norton, Jean and Ray Blake, and Jim Garvey.

A Graveside Service will be held Friday Sept. 17th at 10:30am in St. John’s Cemetery, Mayhew St., Hopkinton, MA. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Framingham Heart Study Research Fund, 595 Commonwealth Ave., Suite 700, Boston, MA 02215.

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Milford Regional Medical Center Earns National Recognition for Efforts to Improve Stroke Treatment

The American Heart Association presents Get With The Guidelines-Stroke Gold award for commitment to prioritizing quality care for stroke patients

Milford — Milford Regional Medical Center has received the American Heart Association’s Gold Get With The Guidelines^®-Stroke Quality Achievement Award for our commitment to ensure stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines.

Stroke is the No. 5 cause of death and a leading cause of adult disability in the U.S. On average, someone in the U.S. suffers a stroke every 40 seconds, and nearly 795,000 people suffer a new or recurrent stroke each year. Early stroke detection and treatment are key to improving survival, minimizing disability and speeding recovery times.

Get With The Guidelines-Stroke was developed to assist healthcare professionals to provide the most up-to-date, research-based guidelines for treating stroke patients.

“Milford Regional is honored to be recognized by the American Heart Association for our dedication to helping our patients have the best possible chance of survival after a stroke,” says Edward J. Kelly, president & CEO of Milford Regional. “Get With The Guidelines-Stroke makes it easier for our teams to put proven knowledge and guidelines to work on a daily basis to improve outcomes for stroke patients.”

Each year program participants apply for the award recognition by demonstrating how their organization has committed to providing quality care for stroke patients. In addition to following treatment guidelines, participants also provide education to patients to help them manage their health and rehabilitation once at home.

“We are pleased to recognize Milford Regional Medical Center for their commitment to stroke care,” said Lee H. Schwamm, M.D., national chairperson of the Quality Oversight Committee and Executive Vice Chair of Neurology, Director of Acute Stroke Services, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts. “Research has shown that hospitals adhering to clinical measures through the Get With The Guidelines quality improvement initiative can often see fewer readmissions and lower mortality rates.”

Additionally, Milford Regional received the Association’s Target: Type 2 Honor Roll award. To qualify for this recognition, hospitals must meet quality measures developed with more than 90% of compliance for 12 consecutive months for the “Overall Diabetes Cardiovascular Initiative Composite Score.”

Milford Regional also met specific scientific guidelines as a Primary Stroke Center featuring a comprehensive system for rapid diagnosis and treatment of stroke patients admitted to the emergency department.

BOSTON (September 14, 2021) – The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) today announced two additional human cases of West Nile virus (WNV) in the state this year. WNV infection was identified in a woman in her 70s who was exposed in Essex County and a man in his 60s exposed in Middlesex County. This brings the total number of human cases of WNV to six this year; there has been one animal case.

As a result of these new WNV cases, nine communities in Essex County are now considered at moderate risk: Boxford, Essex, Georgetown, Hamilton, Ipswich, Manchester, Newbury, Rowley, and Topsfield. Twenty-seven communities in Essex, Middlesex, Norfolk, and Suffolk counties are at high risk.

As overnight temperatures get cooler, mosquito activity right around dusk and dawn may be more intense.

“There are large numbers of mosquitoes carrying West Nile virus right now in parts of Massachusetts due to a nearly perfect combination of periodic rain and warm temperatures,” said Acting Public Health Commissioner Margret Cooke. “All six of our human cases have been in people over the age of 50. It is especially critical that people at risk for severe disease, such as those over 50 and anyone with immune compromise, remember to take steps to prevent mosquito bites anytime they are outdoors.”

In 2020, there were five human cases of WNV infection identified in Massachusetts. WNV is usually transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito. While WNV can infect people of all ages, people over the age of 50 are at higher risk for severe disease. Most people infected with WNV will have no symptoms. When present, WNV symptoms tend to include fever and flu-like illness. In rare cases, more severe illness can occur.

People have an important role to play in protecting themselves and their loved ones from illnesses caused by mosquitoes.

Avoid Mosquito Bites

Apply Insect Repellent when Outdoors. Use a repellent with DEET (N, N-diethyl-m-toluamide), permethrin, picaridin (KBR 3023), oil of lemon eucalyptus [p-menthane 3, 8-diol (PMD)], or IR3535 according to the product label. DEET products should not be used on infants under two months of age and should be used in concentrations of 30% or less on older children. Oil of lemon eucalyptus should not be used on children under three years of age.

Be Aware of Peak Mosquito Hours. The hours from dusk to dawn are peak biting times for many mosquitoes. Consider rescheduling outdoor activities that occur during evening or early morning.

Clothing Can Help Reduce Mosquito Bites. Wear long-sleeves, long pants, and socks when outdoors to help keep mosquitoes away from your skin.

Mosquito-Proof Your Home

Drain Standing Water. Mosquitoes lay their eggs in standing water. Limit the number of places around your home for mosquitoes to breed by either draining or discarding items that hold water. Check rain gutters and drains. Empty any unused flowerpots and wading pools, and change the water in birdbaths frequently.

Install or Repair Screens. Keep mosquitoes outside by having tightly fitting screens on all of your windows and doors.

Protect Your Animals

Animal owners should reduce potential mosquito breeding sites on their property by eliminating standing water from containers such as buckets, tires, and wading pools – especially after heavy rains. Water troughs should be flushed out to reduce mosquitoes near paddock areas. Horse owners should keep horses in indoor stalls at night to reduce their risk of exposure to mosquitoes. Owners should also speak with their veterinarian about mosquito repellents approved for use in animals and vaccinations to prevent WNV and Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE). If an animal is diagnosed with WNV or EEE, owners are required to report to the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources’ (MDAR) Division of Animal Health by calling 617-626-1795 and to the DPH by calling 617-983-6800.

More information, including all WNV and EEE positive results, can be found at www.mass.gov/MosquitoesandTicks or by calling the DPH Epidemiology Program at 617-983-6800.

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Hopkinton Police Department Partners with Students on Award Winning Invention

Wayland 40, Hopkinton 6

September 12, 2021 - Friday night wasn't the best outing for the Hopkinton Hillers, falling behind Wayland without a score on the board for the entire first half. Above, quarterback Robert Litscher plows through the defense, pulling a few Wayland defenders with him.

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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2021

REMINDER

Town of Hopkinton Invites Community to Ceremony Marking 20th Anniversary of 9/11 Attacks

HOPKINTON — The Town of Hopkinton, the Veterans Celebration Committee, American Legion Post 202 and Old Guard New England would like to invite the public to a 9/11 Memorial Service in commemoration of the 20th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on the nation.

WHEN:
Saturday, Sept. 11 at 3 p.m.

WHERE:
Town Common, 6 Hayden Rowe St.

WHO:
Veterans Celebration Committee
Members of American Legion Post 202
Members of Old Guard New England
Rev. Richard E. Cannon
Hopkinton Select Board
State Rep. Carolyn Dykema
Police Chief Joseph Bennett
Fire Chief William Miller
Town and Public Safety Officials
Hopkinton High School Band
Town Manager Norman Khumalo

WHAT:
The Town of Hopkinton will conduct an observance ceremony on Saturday to remember all those lost on Sept. 11, 2001 and in the Global War on Terrorism.

The ceremony will begin with a prayer from Rev. Richard E. Cannon followed by remarks from State Rep. Carolyn Dykema. The town will also offer thanks to local police and fire departments for their service.

The 38 Hopkinton veterans who have passed away since March 2020, including Post 202 Members Jack Aroian, Roy Stratton, Thomas Ellam and Richard Brault will be honored at the event.

The Hopkinton High School Band will perform at the ceremony.

“Twenty years may have passed since the Sept. 11 attacks, but that day still lives on in our memories and we will never forget it,” said Town Manager Khumalo. “We are proud to come together and remember all those lost on that fateful day, and recognize the bravery of the first responders who made the ultimate sacrifice protecting others. We encourage community members to join us in honoring them on Saturday.” Press Release Town of Hopkinton.

HOPKINTON, MASS (September 10, 2021) – Bargain hunters won’t want to miss the St. Paul’s Rummage Sale on Saturday, October 2 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. There will be some great deals on adult and children’s apparel and accessories, and other household items! St. Paul’s Episcopal Church is located at 61 Wood Street (Rte. 135) in Hopkinton.

Anyone wishing to donate items to the Rummage Sale is welcomed to drop off items0 (with the exception of books and electronics of any kind) at the church on Sunday, September 26 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.; Monday, September 27 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.; Wednesday, September 29 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.; and Friday, October 1 5:00 pm. – 7:00 p.m. Please – no stained clothing or clothing/items needing repair. Furniture should be small enough for one person to carry. Donations must be accepted by a church worker during the drop-off times above…please do not leave items outside the church door.

We will be following diocesan COVID requirements, so everyone will be asked to social distance and wear a mask (regardless of vaccination status).

St. Paul’s Episcopal Church is called to be an embracing, nourishing and life-giving family in Christ. St. Paul’s members believe they are called to care for each other, for the community and for the world. For more information call 508-435-4536.

Harold D. Schmidt, 84, of Hopkinton, passed away Wednesday, September 8, 2021. Born in Paterson, New Jersey, he was the son of the late Marion (Koss) Schmidt and Herbert D. Schmidt. He was the husband of 52 years to the late Carolyn (Prosser) Schmidt.

Harold was a Veteran of the Army National Guard and was a competitive shooter in the US Army. He was a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon at Worcester Polytechnic Institute. He was a chemical engineer and the president and co-owner of Teampron Products. Harold was an avid member of Rusty Nails Train Club and Tanheath Hunt Club. He was an accomplished painter, just like his father.

Harold is survived by three children, Dana Rebecca Kalipolites and her husband, Gary, Robert David William and his wife, Heather, and Doris Marie Schmidt and her husband, Jay Mullen. He also leaves behind 7 grandchildren, Zina Misurelli and her husband Tony, Athena Kalipolites, Brandon William, Dylan William, Richard Schaefer and his wife Elizabeth, Tanner Mullen, Kensey Mullen; 3 great-grandchildren, Kyrah, Hannah, and Montgomery. He is predeceased by his brother, Edward Schmidt.

A memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements are under the care of the Chesmore Funeral Home of Hopkinton. www.ChesmoreFuneralHome.com  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to American Heart Assoc. www.Heart.org  or to Alzheimer’s www.alz.org .

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Town of Hopkinton Invites Community to Ceremony Marking 20th Anniversary of 9/11 Attacks

HOPKINTON — The Town of Hopkinton, the Veterans Celebration Committee, American Legion Post 202 and Old Guard New England would like to invite the public to a 9/11 Memorial Service in commemoration of the 20th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on the nation.

WHEN:
Saturday, Sept. 11 at 3 p.m.

WHERE:
Town Common, 6 Hayden Rowe St.

WHO:
Veterans Celebration Committee
Members of American Legion Post 202
Members of Old Guard New England
Rev. Richard E. Cannon
Hopkinton Select Board
State Rep. Carolyn Dykema
Police Chief Joseph Bennett
Fire Chief William Miller
Town and Public Safety Officials
Hopkinton High School Band
Town Manager Norman Khumalo

WHAT:
The Town of Hopkinton will conduct an observance ceremony on Saturday to remember all those lost on Sept. 11, 2001 and in the Global War on Terrorism.

The ceremony will begin with a prayer from Rev. Richard E. Cannon followed by remarks from State Rep. Carolyn Dykema. The town will also offer thanks to local police and fire departments for their service.

The 38 Hopkinton veterans who have passed away since March 2020, including Post 202 Members Jack Aroian, Roy Stratton, Thomas Ellam and Richard Brault will be honored at the event.

The Hopkinton High School Band will perform at the ceremony.

“Twenty years may have passed since the Sept. 11 attacks, but that day still lives on in our memories and we will never forget it,” said Town Manager Khumalo. “We are proud to come together and remember all those lost on that fateful day, and recognize the bravery of the first responders who made the ultimate sacrifice protecting others. We encourage community members to join us in honoring them on Saturday.” Press Release Town of Hopkinton

Annette Joyce Flohr, 75

Annette Joyce Flohr, 75, of Ashland, Hudson and Hopkinton, Massachusetts, passed on June 28, 2021. She was born to Arthur Flohr and Joyce Flohr in Wellesley, Massachusetts on February 07, 1946.

Annette graduated from Hopkinton High School in 1963 and received a degree from the Mt Ida College Newton Mass, and received her Bachelor of Science in Business from Northeastern. She was a member of the First Congregational Church of Hopkinton and The first United Methodist Church of Hudson. She also volunteered for various places.

Annette worked in the computer industry for many years.

She was a kind and loyal friend to many and will be greatly missed. She loved to travel, ski, read and her greatest job was giving her love and home to many animals. Her last 8 years she suffered with Parkinson's Disease and was not able to enjoy all these things.

Funeral Arrangements will be a graveside memorial celebration of life service at Woodlawn Cemetery in Wellesley on September 25, 2021 at 1:00 p.m.

If you wish to donate please give to the animal charity of your choice in her name.

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Janet Ellen Titus, 65

Janet Ellen Titus, 65, of Woonsocket, Rhode Island passed away at Landmark Medical Center in Woonsocket on Monday, September, 6, 2021. Born in Milford, she was the daughter of the late Ruth (Ingalls) and Clyde Rice. She was the beloved wife of 44 years to Gregory Titus.

A 1974 graduate of Bellingham High School, Janet went on to graduate from Eastern Nazarene College in 1978, where she met and dated Greg for three years prior to their marriage. Janet worked for 22 years at CVS in Woonsocket as an order picker. She also taught Sunday School at Bethany Assembly of God in Mendon and the First Congregational Church in Hopkinton, MA.

Besides her husband, Janet is survived by four children, Eric Titus of Bellingham, Andrew Titus and his wife, Katie of Smithfield, RI, Cherie Svannson and her husband, Jeffrey of Woonsocket, and Holly Titus of Woonsocket. She also leaves behind four grandchildren, Anne-Marie, Claire, Cecilia, and Felicity Dancause; her brother, David Rice of Bellingham, and sisters and brothers-in-law, Carolyn Hurlbut and her husband, Ted of Simpsonville, SC, Gary Titus and his wife, Karen, David Titus and his wife, Sandra, all of Endicott, NY, Peggie Webb and her husband, Rev. Steven Webb of San Diego, CA, Emory Titus III and his wife, Renee of Endicott, NY, Richard Titus and his wife, Carolyn of Greene, NY, and James Titus of Binghamton, NY.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, September 12th from 2:00-5:00 p.m. at the Chesmore Funeral Home of Hopkinton, 57 Hayden Rowe St. A funeral service will take place in the funeral home on Monday, September 13th at 10:30 a.m. Burial will follow in Blue Hill Cemetery in Braintree. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Autism Project, 1516 Atwood Ave Johnstone, RI 02919 or https://theautismproject.org/

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Under New Ownership

Pyne Nutrition becoming Ocean Nutrition

September 3, 2021 - My name is Aleshia Shelburne! I am the new owner of Pyne nutrition, soon to be Ocean Nutrition. The meaning behind the name of the shop is the initials of myself, my husband and our four children. They are Olivia, Owen, Carter, Emma, Aleshia and Nicholas, from 12 to 2!

A little bit about us is we live in Webster, a hop, skip and a jump away. My husband is a Fire Lieutenant on the Northbridge Fire department; and our four little ones keep us pretty busy!!

At Ocean Nutrition we sell only Herbalife^® products. We have healthy protein shakes and energizing teas. The tea helps boost metabolism and burn fat all day. We add aloe into it which helps with digestion and the absorption of nutrients from your shake. You can people also add an extra caffeine tablet we call liftoff that gives you extra energy with 75 mg of caffeine, but without the crash later!

The shake is a full meal replacement. It has just under 200 calories with all the toppings! Customers do not need to get the toppings or syrups, but instead can ask for what we call a “clean” shake. The shake also contains 24 mg of protein and is packed with 21 essential vitamins and minerals! It also tastes delicious!!

We have a few other products we serve here including collagen which is good for the skin, reduces wrinkles, and helps with nails and hair growth. Beverage mix is a protein-based snack for energy and nutrition. We add these two together with a scoop of tea to make a drink we call the Pink Starburst! Tastes just like the candy!

H3O fitness drink which provides rapid hydration, immediate energy and vitamins C and E for antioxidant support to optimize your workout! Another thing we carry is protein ice coffee in both house and mocha flavors. We also have prolessa, which is a fat burner and one of my favorite products!! It can be added to your shake, added to coffee to make it fat burning coffee or taken alone as a shot. It is an amazing product clinically proven to promote fat loss as well as reduce
hunger!

Finally, I also want everyone to know that we are very kid friendly here! Like I mentioned, we have a lot of our own so I absolutely love it when I see kids in the shop!! We make kid size shakes and trust me when we went shopping my own children grabbed every topping they could so we can add those for the kiddos too :) We also know that kids like to be just like mom or dad and for that reason we make kids “teas”, which are just flavored water made with the sugar free stevia flavoring that we can add fun gummy worms, skittles or other candy to that they absolutely love!! I also have a stash of pops under here too if mom or dad approves ;)

We plan to add weekly specials of teas and shakes as well as seasonal menus. We are also going to be making homemade protein balls and plan to be adding waffle Saturdays!! To place orders you text or call ahead! If you text just put your name, time for pick up and the order and we will have it ready for you to go! The number for this is (508) 686-0801.

You can follow us on our Instagram and Facebook page to see all of our specials and dealswe have going on! Right now they can be found at:
Facebook: Pyne Nutrition
Instagram: Pyne_nutrition

We want this to be a fun place for everyone to come and hang out and feel like they are like family! We are excited to join the community!! The people we have met so far have been nothing but wonderful and helpful and we can’t wait to meet more of you!! Thank you for all your support!
Love,

The Shelburne Family

BOSTON — The Baker-Polito Administration today announced plans to require COVID-19 vaccination for all staff at rest homes, assisted living residences (ALRs), hospice programs, as well as for home care workers (HCWs) providing in-home, direct care services. The plan to expand the vaccine requirement for caregivers is subject to Public Health Council (PHC) approval and is part of the Administration’s continued effort to protect older adults against COVID-19. Last month, the Administration announced a vaccine requirement for employees of skilled nursing facilities.

Following PHC approval, the requirement would be implemented through the respective DPH and EOEA regulations that would cover 62 freestanding Rest Homes and 268 Assisted Living Residences in Massachusetts, 85 hospice programs and up to 100,000 Home Care Workers across the Commonwealth, subject to regulatory requirement.

Vaccination Requirement for Rest Homes, Assisted Living Residences, Hospice Programs and Home Care Workers:

All personnel at rest homes, ALRs, hospice programs, and home care workers will be required to receive the COVID-19 vaccination by October 31, 2021 unless they qualify for a limited exemption because they have a medical condition that prevents them from receiving vaccination or they object to vaccination based on a sincerely held religious belief.

For rest homes, ALRs, hospice settings, the requirement applies to all individuals employed directly by the provider/facility as well as contractors who regularly enter the facility.

The vaccination requirement for home care workers applies to individuals providing in-home, direct care who are employed by an agency that is contracted or subcontracted with the Commonwealth, including:

Home health agencies enrolled in the MassHealth program
Home care agencies providing services under the state’s home care program
Continuous Skilled Nursing agencies enrolled in the MassHealth program
Hospice programs (including hospice facilities and agencies that provide services in homes) Group Adult Foster Care agencies enrolled in the MassHealth program delivering personal care services that assist individuals with eating, toileting, dressing, bathing, transferring, and mobility.

The vaccination requirement also applies to independent, non-agency-based home care workers contracted with the state providing in-home, direct care including:

Independent Nurses enrolled in the MassHealth program
Personal Care Attendants (PCAs) providing services through the MassHealth program
Consumer Directed Care (CDC) workers providing services under EOEA’s self-directed program.

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Edwina M. Kirby, 93,

Edwina M. Kirby, 93, of Bellingham, MA passed away at her home on Tuesday August 31, 2021 after a short illness. Born in Brooklyn, NY, she was the daughter of the late Edmund L and Dorothy (Schmutz) Mullin of Hopkinton.

Edwina worked at Fenwal, in the Framingham Union Hospital maternity ward, and many years at the Natick Police Department until her retirement. After retirement she continued to be active volunteering at St Brendan’s Church, working at the Bellingham DPW, and for many years, until recently, working at the Holliston Senior Center as a receptionist and acting as the head of her cherished Senior Center Bookstore.

She was a cat lover, an avid book reader, and a huge fan of science fiction, especially Star Wars and Star Trek. She loved sitting on the deck down the Cape reading a book and chatting with family and friends. She will be missed by all that knew her.

She is survived by her son Steven Kirby of Uxbridge, sisters Patricia Carmichael and husband Rick of Franklin and Maureen Zachary and husband Mark of Concord CA, and brother Edmund “Skip” Mullin Jr. of Wenham. She was predeceased by her sister Dorothy Kanze. She also has numerous nieces/nephews, grand nieces/nephews, and great grand nieces/nephews all of whom she loved very much.

Calling hours will be held Tuesday, September 7 from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Callanan Cronin Funeral Home, 34 Church Street, Hopkinton. The funeral will be held Wednesday, September 8 from the funeral home at 8:45 a.m. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. in Saint Brendan’s Church, 384 Hartford Ave., Bellingham.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Edwina’s memory can be made to the Holliston Senior Center, 150 Goulding Street, Holliston, MA 01746.

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Hopkinton residents to participate in Boston Marathon^® Jimmy Fund Walk: Your Way presented by Hyundai

Richard Duggan, Helena Garesche, and Peter Mezitt will “Walk Your Way” for the iconic fundraising walk for Dana-Farber Cancer Institute to support all forms of cancer

Hopkinton, Mass.—Seven residents from Hopkinton will choose their own route on October 3 for the Boston Marathon^® Jimmy Fund Walk: Your Way presented by Hyundai. Participants are encouraged to “Walk Your Way” from wherever they are most comfortable—whether that be from their neighborhood, favorite trail, or from a treadmill in their own home.  

Richard Duggan, Helena Garesche, Peter Mezitt, Ruben Noroian, Yvonne Riley, Patrick Sansonetti, and Asha Sherring, along with thousands of other walkers, will participate in virtual programming during the Walk that aims to recreate the most inspiring elements of Walk day. While the event will not physically bring walkers together along the famed Boston Marathon^® course, it will unite the community to raise funds to support all forms of adult and pediatric care and cancer research at the nation’s premier cancer center, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.  The event has raised more than $150 million for Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in its 30+ year history.

“While we can’t see everyone in person this year, we are excited for the virtual programing which will give participants the opportunity to support breakthroughs in cancer care and research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute,” said Zack Blackburn, Director of the Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund Walk. “Together, from a safe distance, we will take critical strides in the journey to defy cancer.”

This year’s event will have a lower fundraising requirement, $100 for adults and $25 for those under 18, with a $5 registration fee. All registered walkers will receive a bib and medal and the first 5,000 to register will receive a Jimmy Fund Walk T-shirt. 

Anyone interested in additional information can reference the Jimmy Fund Walk: Your Way frequently asked questions or can send an email to JimmyFundWalk@DFCI.Harvard.edu. Funds raised from the Jimmy Fund Walk support all forms of adult and pediatric patient care and cancer research at the nation’s premier cancer center, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. The Boston Athletic Association has supported the Jimmy Fund Walk since 1989, and Hyundai has been the presenting sponsor since 2002.

To register to walk (#JimmyFundWalk) or to support a walker visit www.JimmyFundWalk.org or call (866) 531-9255. All Jimmy Fund Walk participants are encouraged to utilize the Charity Miles App to help with training and fundraising, engage with Dana-Farber patient stories and podcasts, and much more! Download the app here.

Massachusetts Observes Overdose Awareness Day, August 31

State bridges, transit hubs, and local buildings to be lit up in purple as part of national effort to remember lives lost to overdose

BOSTON (August 31, 2021) – Massachusetts will recognize August 31 as Overdose Awareness Day – a day held to remember the lives lost to overdoses, to dispel stigma surrounding addictions and to offer hope and recognize individuals’ recovery from substance use disorder.

In observance of the day, and in memory of individuals lost due to substance use disorder, all four state-operated bridges – the Zakim, Longfellow, and Fore River bridges in Greater Boston and the Burns Bridge in Worcester – and Boston’s South Station and Government Center transit hubs will be lit up in purple, the color associated with the awareness campaign. A number of landmark locations across the Commonwealth will be illuminated purple, including municipal buildings like Boston City Hall.

Between 1999 and 2019, the opioid overdose crisis claimed nearly 500,000 lives in the United States and each day an average of 136 Americans die from an overdose on prescription pain medication, heroin, or fentanyl.

To recognize the day, Governor Baker issued a proclamation declaring August 31 Overdose Awareness Day in Massachusetts, writing in part:

“As a national public health crisis, the opioid overdose epidemic continues to devastate our communities not only through the tremendous loss of life and associated trauma to families and loved ones, but also through a profound economic strain on individuals and families in health care costs, lost productivity, addiction treatment, and criminal justice involvement …[and]…we should be encouraged to continue in our efforts to provide our loved ones, friends, coworkers, and neighbors with the support they need to overcome addiction.”

The Fiscal Year 2022 budget signed by Governor Baker last month includes a provision codifying the practice of issuing a proclamation each year for Overdose Awareness Day.

The proclamation reinforces the Baker-Polito Administration’s commitment to combatting substance use in Massachusetts, including the most recent announcement of over $30 million in state funding for regional/statewide services to provide pathways to stability and recovery for individuals facing homelessness and substance use disorders. These include $19 million for Housing First-model low-threshold permanent housing and support services in Brockton, Holyoke, Lawrence, Lowell, Quincy, Springfield, and Worcester, $3.2 million for street outreach to people experiencing homelessness and substance use disorder, and a $10 million capital fund that will increase the amount of permanent supportive housing in the Commonwealth.

To learn about addiction treatment and recovery services, visit the Massachusetts Department of Public Health website at www.mass.gov/orgs/bureau-of-substance-addiction-services.

If you or a friend or family member is struggling with substance use, please call the Massachusetts Substance Use Helpline at 800-327-5050, or visit https://helplinema.org/.

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Join us at Blooms, Brews and BBQ on Saturday September 18 from 11am to 7pm and help us to raise money for the Jimmy Fund at the Dana Farber Cancer Research center! There will be fantastic local bands, delicious local award-winning BBQ, and local breweries including Hopkinton’s own Start Line Brewery and Marty’s Beer & Wine Garden featuring Exhibit A brewery and other (soon-to-be-announced) local beer, wine and ciders. Enjoy all the great food, beer and fun that Eastern MA has to offer. There will be a NEW kid’s section this year, too!

Looking forward to seeing you there. It’s a great time for an even better cause!

P.S. We understand that Hopkinton's Hot Acoustics will be the headlining band!

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The Reverend Robert Cloutier (Pastor Bob) of Hopkinton, MA went to meet his Lord on August 25, 2021 after a courageous eight-month battle with a rare form of Lymphoma.

A pastor at Faith Community Church Hopkinton (formerly First Congregational Church of Hopkinton) for over 37 years, Bob’s life mission was serving God by serving others. He did so with compassion, love, kindness, and commitment. He truly was a beacon of the fruits of the Spirit. Bob fully embraced his calling as pastor; he loved sharing the gospel and in his life he ministered to thousands.

His other passion was his family. He and his wife Linda celebrated their 48th wedding anniversary in June. Together they have three children, Daniel, Becky, and Lindsay. Bob loved doing life with his kids. He passed on his love of sports, watching and coaching youth sports in Hopkinton (a community he treasured for over 35 years). Bob grew up in Seekonk, MA. He graduated from Brown University and Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary. Bob was a lifetime learner who was curious and excited about each new day. He loved biking the Milford and Cape Rail trails, golfing with his dad and brother, playing basketball and watching the Cs, going on baseball road trips, the Nutcracker at Christmas, carving the Thanksgiving turkey, vacationing in Eastham and Loon Mountain, boogie boarding, bird watching, sending roses to his girls, his small group, spending time with his doting grandchildren, and above all, being there for others during hard and difficult times.

In addition to his wife Linda, Bob leaves his mother Sarah E. Cloutier (formerly of Seekonk, MA), his son Daniel and wife Kalina Cloutier of Upton, MA, daughter Becky and her husband David Corey of Lancaster, MA and daughter Lindsay and her husband Mike Bohanske of Portland, ME. His biggest fans were his grandkids Jonathan, Lane, Luke, Genevieve, Eden, and Sydney who will miss him dearly. Bob also leaves his church community, whose members are his extended family. Bob is predeceased by his father Robert G. Cloutier (1999) and his brother Daniel H. Cloutier (2005).

The very last sermon Bob spoke was on the topic of Heaven. That message is a comfort to all his family and friends who know that he is now safely in the arms of the Lord where we will be joyfully reunited. A video link of this message can be found at https://youtu.be/WrtKIYQFpc8

A memorial service for Bob will be planned at a later date. Arrangements will be noted on the Chesmore Funeral Home website. In lieu of flowers, donations in Bob’s honor can be made to the Michael Carter Lisnow Respite Center 112 W. Main St. Hopkinton, MA. 01748 www.hopkintonrespite.org

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St. Paul’s Holding Online Spring Flower Bulb Sale

HOPKINTON, MASS. (August 28, 2021) – Looking to enhance your garden while supporting a good cause? Check out St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Hopkinton’s online Spring Flower Bulb Sale, taking place now until October. A wide variety of spring-blooming bulbs can be ordered at http://StPaulsChurch.fpfundraising.com , and are guaranteed to grow by the supplier, Flower Power. The bulbs will be sent directly to you after October 15, just in time for fall planting.

Proceeds from the Flower Bulb Sale will benefit St. Paul’s paint and property fund. St. Paul’s Episcopal Church is located at 61 Wood Street in Hopkinton.

The mission of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church is to minister unconditionally to all in the name of Christ through shared worship, teaching, healing, and service. St. Paul’s is LGBTQ friendly. For more information call the church office at 508-435-4536 or visit www.stpaulhopkinton.org

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Half-staff Ordered

Please be advised that in honor and remembrance of the victims of the senseless acts of violence perpetrated today in Kabul, Afghanistan resulting in the tragic death of members of the United States military, and in accordance with the Presidential proclamation, Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker, has ordered that the United States of America flag and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts flag shall be flown at half-staff at all state buildings beginning immediately until sunset on Monday, August 30, 2021.

​​​​​​​This gubernatorial order applies to: 

1.  The main or administration building of each public institution of the Commonwealth, e.g. town and city halls 

2.  Other state-owned or state-controlled buildings 

3.  All state military installations

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Hopkinton Police/Seniors Ice Cream Social 2021

Images from Hopkinton Police facebook page.

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August 25, 2021 - Just before midnight yesterday Trooper Casey Boyle, assigned to State Police-Westfield, was stationary observing traffic on Route 90 eastbound at the 50 mile marker. At that time the right travel lane was fully closed to traffic and marked with signage, lights, and cones as a construction zone with crews actively working in the cordoned off area. Trooper Boyle observed a Jeep Wrangler approaching his position driving inside of the construction zone, then abruptly swerve back into the active travel lane. He proceeded to catch up to the Jeep and further noticed that the registration expired last January. Trooper Boyle activated his cruiser’s emergency lights and stopped the vehicle off Exit 51 in Chicopee.

Upon stopping the vehicle, Trooper Boyle approached it and immediately observed a rifle placed in the rear seat area in plain view. The operator, identified as CHRISTIAN AVILA, 29, of Springfield, who does not possess a license to carry firearms, claimed the object was an air rifle. AVILA was removed from the vehicle and temporarily secured in a cruiser while Trooper Boyle could investigate. He quickly inspected the firearm and discovered it was in fact a real firearm, loaded with a round in the chamber ready to fire. Trooper Boyle then discovered three additional firearms, all 9mm pistols, in the passenger rear floor area. All four of the firearms lacked serial numbers and are commonly referred to as Ghost Guns. AVILA was placed under arrest at which point additional cruisers arrived on scene to assist.

A subsequent full search of the vehicle revealed an additional AR-15 style 5.56mm upper receiver, along with numerous rounds of various caliber ammunition, including numerous spent shell casings. Troopers also located a total of seven bottles of prescription medication and over $4,000 in cash. AVILA was transported to the Westfield Barracks for booking where a bail commissioner set release at $10,000. He was later transported for arraignment at Chicopee District Court on the following charges:

Negligent Operation of a Motor Vehicle in Construction Zone;
Marked Lanes Violation;
Operating an Unregistered Motor Vehicle;
Possession of a Class B Drug with Intent to Distribute;
Possession of a Large Capacity Feeding Device;
Possession of Ammunition without FID Card, four counts;
Carrying a Loaded Firearm, four counts;
Illegal Possession of a Firearm, four counts;
Possession of a Large Capacity Weapon in Commission of a Felony; and
Possession of a Firearm in Commission of a Felony, three counts.

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The Hopkinton Women’s Club is excited to announce that Jamie Weeden will be representing us in the Boston Marathon in October 2021.

 
Jamie and her husband, Treavor, have been active in the running community since their first half marathon over twenty years ago. Jamie has successfully completed over ten marathons and ultramarathons, including the Boston Marathon and most recently the YETI 24 Hour Challenge. She dreams of running a 100-mile ultra-marathon.

Jamie and her family live in Hopkinton. She is the co-owner of Resilience Fitness, a local gym. “It’s a great place to find other people who also want to run!” she said.

As part of her participation in this year’s marathon, Jamie is raising money for charity. Way to go, Jamie! The Hopkinton Women’s Club will be cheering the loudest for your success! All funds from her run will go towards the club’s many philanthropic outreach programs.

To support Jamie in her fundraising efforts, please click on the link to be directed to her Go Fund Me page: https://gofund.me/025f9f83

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From Spectator to Enthusiastic Participant - Mia Coutinho Running for IMC

After long months of training followed by a few different delays and obstacles, I am happy to announce I am finally (fingers crossed) running the Boston Marathon on October 11th!!

Many of you know I have been a spectator at almost every Boston Marathon since '98. But I never believed I'd run myself. Especially after a series of shin splints and a stress fracture that derailed my training last year, I was worried it would never happen. I was told I was too short for a distance that was too long. LOL. But here we are. Eyes on October.

And I am thrilled to use this opportunity to raise money for charity--for the 26.2 Foundation--an organization dedicated to health, wellness, and the betterment of towns along the marathon path.

Donations to the 26.2 Foundation will be used to create the International Marathon Center (IMC), a multi-purpose museum, hall of fame, training hub, and educational space dedicated to health, wellness, and marathoning.

This Center has been part of my father's, John Coutinho's, vision and dream for years, and it is finally coming together. Along with many wonderful partners, Hopkinton has been able to create plans for the IMC that will shape the future for generations to come.

Furthermore, I am especially proud to be raising funds that will go toward the Bobbi Gibb Sculpture Project. There are many statues and sculptures on the route from Hopkinton to Boston honoring distinguished characters in the marathon, yet there is not one of a woman. So let's change that! In 1966, Bobbi Gibb become the first woman to run Boston and we want to honor her. Gibb herself, an accomplished artist, is creating the sculpture and we are hoping to raise enough funds to place it on the marathon course!

I now take this moment to please ask that you consider donating to this foundation. The Boston Marathon not only encourages international exchange, but raises millions of dollars for local charities each year--and the growth of The 26.2 Foundation will support this endeavor.

Please consider donating to the 26.2 Foundation to support fantastic cultural projects, health education, international exchange, and sporting for all.

Direct donation:
https://www.givengain.com/.../mia-coutinho-raising.../...

PR from Mia Coutinho facebook - Mia is far left in family photo above.

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FDA Approves Pfizer Vaccine

August 23, 2021 - Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the first COVID-19 vaccine. The vaccine has been known as the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine, and will now be marketed as Comirnaty (koe-mir’-na-tee), for the prevention of COVID-19 disease in individuals 16 years of age and older. The vaccine also continues to be available under emergency use authorization (EUA), including for individuals 12 through 15 years of age and for the administration of a third dose in certain immunocompromised individuals.
 
“The FDA’s approval of this vaccine is a milestone as we continue to battle the COVID-19 pandemic. While this and other vaccines have met the FDA’s rigorous, scientific standards for emergency use authorization, as the first FDA-approved COVID-19 vaccine, the public can be very confident that this vaccine meets the high standards for safety, effectiveness, and manufacturing quality the FDA requires of an approved product,” said Acting FDA Commissioner Janet Woodcock, M.D. “While millions of people have already safely received COVID-19 vaccines, we recognize that for some, the FDA approval of a vaccine may now instill additional confidence to get vaccinated. Today’s milestone puts us one step closer to altering the course of this pandemic in the U.S.”
 
Since Dec. 11, 2020, the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine has been available under EUA in individuals 16 years of age and older, and the authorization was expanded to include those 12 through 15 years of age on May 10, 2021. EUAs can be used by the FDA during public health emergencies to provide access to medical products that may be effective in preventing, diagnosing, or treating a disease, provided that the FDA determines that the known and potential benefits of a product, when used to prevent, diagnose, or treat the disease, outweigh the known and potential risks of the product.

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BOSTON – Today, Governor Charlie Baker will join public safety and transportation officials to provide an update on Hurricane Henri. A live stream will be available here.

Saturday, August 21, 2021

Who: Governor Baker, public safety and transportation officials

What: Hurricane Henri Update

When: 3:30 PM

Where: State House – Room 157

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Overnight and Daytime Lane Closures on I-90 East and Westbound between Woodland Road in Southborough and Flanders Road in Westborough

August 20-23 from 7 PM Friday to 5 AM Monday

No Impacts to Local Roads Below I-90 Bridges and No Median Crossover

   What is happening

Alternating Overnight and Daytime I-90 East and Westbound Travel Lane Closures for Bridge Waterproofing and Paving 

The primary work this weekend will be to waterproof and pave the westbound bridges over Cordaville Road and Parkerville Road in Southborough and the eastbound bridges over Parkerville Road in Southborough and Flanders Road in Westborough.

This work will require alternating single and double lane closures on I-90 east and westbound during the weekend. Travel will be maintained and lanes reopened as feasible; however, travelers should expect higher than normal congestion.

• Single lane closures will be utilized during the day to assist with traffic management.

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• Double lane closures will be limited to the overnight hours, from 9:00 PM each night to 8:00 AM the next morning, with the exception of Monday morning when all lanes will be open at 5:00 AM.

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In addition to waterproofing and paving, MassDOT is continuing with other project related work such as light pole removal in the median, guardrail and median replacement, and stormwater drainage upgrades. These activities will be similar to other MassDOT highway improvement projects.

As with any major construction project, the work is subject to change without notice due to weather and other unforeseen conditions.  

There will be no median crossover and no impacts to local roads below the bridges during this weekend.

MassDOT has replaced bridges on I-90 east and westbound over Flanders Road in Westborough and Parkerville Road, Cordaville Road, and Woodland Road in Southborough as part of this project. The replacement of the eight bridges (2 spans per local road) was completed on Monday, August 9. Remaining work entails more typical highway improvement work, which will not require full weekend closures and crossovers, but will require lane closures.  

There will be advance signage in place to alert drivers to the I-90 lane closures.

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Vaccination Clinic

ASHLAND, Mass. (August 18, 2021) – MassBay Community College, in conjunction with the Town of Ashland Board of Health and Transformative Healthcare, will hold a COVID-19 vaccination clinic on Tuesday, August 24, 2021 from 8AM – 12PM at MassBay’s Ashland campus, 270 Eliot Street, Ashland, MA. This clinic is free and open to all members of the community ages 12 years old and older. All attendees must pre-register for an appointment. This clinic will be offering both the Pfizer and Johnson and Johnson vaccines, and attendees can select their preference when registering for an appointment.
WHAT: Free COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic

WHERE: MassBay Community College, 270 Eliot Street, Ashland
WHEN: Tuesday, August 24, 2021
TIME: 8AM – 12PM
WHO: All community members 12 years and older
RSVP: Register here https://tinyurl.com/AshlandVAX

Anyone with questions is asked to call Ashland Board of Health, Sgt. Ed Burman, at 508-532-7988.

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Eagle Scout Ronnie Shamus Receives Award from

Hopkinton Historical Society

by Claire Wright

August 18, 2021 - Hopkinton Eagle Scout Ronnie Shamus was honored by the Hopkinton Historical Society at this year’s annual meeting, receiving their 2020 Historic Preservation Award in recognition of his outstanding Eagle Scout project restoring the “Old Catholic” Cemetery on Wilson St. The award is given to an individual or organization making “a significant contribution to the preservation of Hopkinton history.” Central to Ronnie’s project was his love for history, our country, our veterans, and St. John’s church. Restoring the dilapidated cemetery fit his objectives perfectly, despite the daunting task.

With assistance from Troop 4 scouts and HHS baseball and hockey teammates, he installed a crushed stone walkway and parking area and two handsome monuments honoring the Civil War veterans interred there and the many Irish boot & shoe mill workers of Hopkinton and Southborough. He received much help and guidance in the design and placement of the monuments from Mike Whalen, American Legion Post 202 Adjutant, Veterans Grave Officer, and skilled stone mason.

Ronnie’s Eagle Scout project was presented to the town during the Nov. 11, 2020 Veteran’s Day ceremonies, receiving a dedication and a blessing from Father Cannon of St. John’s. Ronnie Shamus is now a freshman at Rollins University.

Thomas Fetherston

Topping off the renovation of the Wilson St. cemetery is the newly restored headstone of Thomas Fetherston, age 19, killed at the Battle of Gettysburg on July 2, 1863. Fetherston served with the 11^th Mass. and was killed at the Wheatfield. With incredible skill, Mike Whalen raised and repaired the fallen stone, carefully removing concrete encapsulation (someone’s misguided earlier attempt at repair), cleaned and reset the monument, and gave to this Civil War veteran’s grave the dignity and honor it deserves.

PHOTOS: Top, Ronnie Shamus is presented with the Hopkinton Historical Society’s 2020 Historic Preservation Award by outgoing president Claire Wright

Right. Mike Whalen’s Handiwork: The restored headstone of Civil War veteran Thomas Fetherston, killed at the Battle of Gettysburg.