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HOPKINTON INDEPENDENT Vol. 19 Number 20

October 25, 2018

HHS celebrates Hiller Pride

Plan to expand historic district meets skepticism

Spirit week culminates in student pep rally

By Jim Kleinkauf Contributing Writer

Hopkinton High School seniors dress in camo gear on Hiller Pride spirit day that culminates in the loudest day of the year: Pep Rally See additional photos on page 19

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Students inducted into Honor Society and National Art Honor Society

By Melissa Orff Contributing Writer The scholastic, community service, and artistic achievements of over 150 Hopkinton High School (HHS) students were honored as they were inducted into the National Honor Society and National Art Honor Society Oct. 2.

Hundreds of family members and friends gathered in the gymnasium as the students were congratulated and welcomed into the “nation’s premier organization” established to recognize students for Honors page 15

Hopkinton High School student and National Honor Society inductee Margaret Allen receives a certificate from HHS Principal Evan Bishop.

Turnout was slim, but animated, at a public forum held earlier this month by the Hopkinton Historic District Commission on the proposed expansion of the Center Historic District.

The Oct. 11 meeting was the second of what will be three public forums on the proposal. The last is scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 1, at 7 p.m. at the HCAM studios, 77 Main St. Following that, according to Historic District Commission Chair Amy Ritterbusch, “we’ll look at all the public input received and potentially make some changes to our recommendations and then do another mailing to the residents of the expansion area.”

“We are still near the beginning of the timeline,” said Ritterbusch.

Eventually the plan will need to be approved by Town Meeting, however, Ritterbusch said she doubted that the plan would be finalized by this spring.

Besides Ritterbusch, Historic District Commission members at the recent forum were Jeanette Thomson, architect; Beth Watson, at-large member; Beth Kelly, vice chair (and resident of the district); Mike Auen, Realtor; and Melanie Smith, at-large member. Maryanne Chambers, Historical Society representative, did not attend.

The following streets are included in the proposed historic district expansion: Ash Street #0-36 (#0,1,5,11 are already in district), Fenton Street (all), Maple Street #1-19 , Church Street (all), Church Place (all), Price Street (all), Grove Street #1-57, Walcott Street (all), A Street (all), B Street (all), C Street (all), Claflin Street (all), East Main

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Viewpoint Letters to the Editor October and crimson leaves are finally here. Soon it will be Nov. 6, Election Day. Please take the time to vote even if you feel discouraged or apathetic. Definitions of words are important. What I want to emphasize is that the United States of America is not a Democracy. the USA is a Republic or a representative form of government. We elect officials who represent their constituents and enact laws. To make America better we desperately need campaign finance reform. Many representatives are corrupted by huge campaign contributions and do not always vote in ways that benefit the general public. The NRA is an example of an organization with more power than it deserves. No one is wanting to take away guns from Mr. North, we only

want common sense gun control.

Campaign finance reform is badly needed. All political campaigns should be limited in the amount of money that can be spent and all funds should be transparent. The current amount of money spent on campaigns is insane and should be limited to a much smaller amount to provide fair elections.

Please take the time to research all Massachusetts Ballot Questions and candidates who will be on the coming Nov. 6 ballot. Be willing to look at both sides of each argument before deciding. And don’t forget to vote.

Sincerely, Sandra Champion Concerned Hopkinton Citizen

Dear Editor,

Massachusetts deserves a full-time Senator, one who cares about Massachusetts. With Elizabeth Warren announcing for president, it is clear that she doesn’t want to be our Senator. Warren has been weak on constituent services and working for Massachusetts. It won’t get better with her running for the White House.

I am with Geoff Diehl for U.S. Senate. In the state legislature he was one of the few who opposed the outrageous legislative pay raise. He led the successful fight against the automatic gas tax increases. He has signed the pledge to serve the entire 6 year term. He has pledged not to write any books.

He has promised to come home when the Senate is not in session. Geoff Diehl will put Massachusetts first. I am voting for Geoff Diehl for U.S. Senate.

Respectfully, Jerry Tuite 4 Price St., Hopkinton

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However, I would like to thank all the volunteers in our community who also give so many hours in serving others within our town. I think of volunteers who are associated with the churches, schools, Senior Center, Bay Path Humane Society, veterans, Women’s Club as examples which show hours and hours of volunteer work which keeps Hopkinton a caring, healthy community. A “BIG” thank you to each one of you who serve. We are a blessed community.

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Question 1 Puts the Future of Milford Regional at Risk I write to all of you to speak about the November ballot Question #1 regarding government mandated nurse staffing ratios. I want to let you know that Milford Regional strongly opposes Question #1 because of the devastating impact it would have on Massachusetts healthcare and specifically to Milford Regional.

Question 1 proposes more nurse staffing for patients which, on the surface, seems desirable. In support of nurses, many would say why not?

However, as is often the case, good intentions can create unintended consequences. Unfortunately, in this case, should Question 1 pass, the consequences would be disastrous causing significant access issues, gridlock, much higher costs of healthcare and the likely closing of community hospitals.

First, let me say that we are so fortunate to have such highly skilled and caring registered nurses at Milford Regional. I respect all of their views on both sides of this issue.

In my position as CEO of Milford Regional, my concern is what ballot Question 1 would do to the Massachusetts healthcare industry as a whole and to Milford Regional.

The ballot question calls for inflexible nurse-to-patient staffing ratios across all specialties to be implemented within 60 days of passing.

The estimated 4,500 nurses it would take to fulfill this mandate statewide would create a demand that is not achievable. This significant shortage of required nurses would force hospitals (such as ours) to close beds in order to remain compliant with the mandated staffing ratio. This reduction in bed count would dramatically limit access for patients who need to be admitted causing gridlock in our emergency department. Ultimately, to adhere to the strict mandated nurse staffing ratio, patients may need to be turned away or transferred to other hospitals. In addition, Question 1 would decimate behavioral health hospitals, home health agencies and skilled nursing facilities as hospitals draw nurses away from these much-needed healthcare providers to meet their mandated nurse staffing requirements. The ripple effect would severely impact hospital inpatient services with the inability to discharge patients that require placement in these skilled nursing facilities or home with VNA services. Furthermore, patients that require transfer to a behavioral

health facility would languish in our emergency department due to the reduced access imposed upon their industry by the rigid nurse staffing ratios. During a time of critical need for available behavioral health beds, imagine the impact when approximately 1,000 beds are closed throughout Massachusetts.

Another highly consequential issue related to ballot Question 1 is the cost. The government mandated ratios are expected to cost Massachusetts hospitals $1.3B in the first year and approximately $900M as an ongoing annual cost. The estimated impact for Milford Regional would be $5M annually. Considering that we operate on a razor-thin margin, I am not exaggerating when I say that this additional cost could mark the beginning of the end of a hospital that has lovingly cared for this community since 1903.

To start— bed closures, reduced access, cuts in patient services, staff reductions, delayed upgrades in medical/diagnostic technologies as well as elimination of new technologies and longer wait times in the emergency department are just some of the unintended consequences that could take place if Question 1 passes.

To close, I understand that the ballot question is likely to confuse a lot of our Massachusetts residents.

What I want to make clear is that Question 1, without a doubt, would have devastating consequences to the Massachusetts healthcare industry and specifically to Milford Regional. It will significantly limit access to the care our patients have come to count on, eliminate vital services and take away the flexibility and critical thinking skills of our registered nurses. Question 1 will add significant costs to healthcare putting the future of Milford Regional at risk. Registered nurses in the commonwealth and specifically Milford Regional are the backbone of healthcare services. However, this ballot initiative, which might be thought of as well intended on the surface, will devastate healthcare in Massachusetts and particularly at Milford Regional.

Help us retain the high quality healthcare that Massachusetts is recognized for nationally. On behalf of Milford Regional and our community, I encourage you to vote NO on Question 1.

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Mass DOT presents alternatives for 495/90 improvements

By Michelle Murdock Managing Editor

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epresentatives from the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) held a public information meeting in Hopkinton Oct. 9 to share details of the potential solutions proposed for the I-495/I-90 interchange.

According to the agenda handout, the interchange serves as a major crossroads for commuter traffic and is used by nearly half of freight trucking entering eastern Massachusetts. It is also a high crash location with 460 crashes between 2011 and 2015.

The meeting was the second public information meeting held in Hopkinton. The first, held about one year ago, was focused on gathering input. On Oct. 9, the goal was to update the public on the project status, share the results of data collected, and to obtain input on four potential interchange improvement alternatives, all designed to reduce crashes, congestion, queuing and travel time.

All four alternatives presented were evaluated against the project’s purpose - to improve safety and operational efficiency. While one has already been eliminated due to its inability to improve safety, the department does not have a preferred alternative at this time.

A Roosevelt Lane resident examines the map of one potential solution proposed for the I-495/I-90 interchange at the Oct. 9 public information meeting at Marathon Elementary School.

Environmental considerations, construction challenges, economic impacts, and cost are also being considered.

“We want to hear from you,” said Ryan McNeill, MassDOT project manager.

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Common changes in all alternatives include the elimination of weaving and the elimination of loop

ramps. The Fruit Street Bridge over I-495 will be rebuilt.

Estimated costs for the three remaining alternatives range from $296 million to $413 million, and, while all options operate better, the highest cost is not necessarily the most effective solution.

Next steps for the project include further refining the alternatives, with the preferred alternative selection targeted for fall 2018.

From there the project must go through the Massachusetts Environmental Policy Act (MEPA) process which will require a public hearing in 2019. Progress toward a 25-percent design plan includes a public hearing in 2020. The project is expected to take four years to build, from 2022 to 2026.

“We will continue to have these public and stakeholder meetings,” said McNeill.

He encouraged people to visit the project’s website for more information: www.mass.gov/i-495i90-interchange-improvements. To be added to the project email list, contact 495-90Improvements@ state.ma.us.

The Oct. 9 presentation can also be viewed on the HCAM-TV YouTube channel at https://youtu. be/bwOlIgRIxgY.

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Two new hires join town’s financial team

By Michelle Murdock Managing Editor After an extended search and multiple job postings, the Board of Selectmen voted Oct. 16 to confirm Town Manager Norman Khumalo’s appointment of David Nalchajian as the town’s senior accounting manager/town accountant.

“Dave comes to us as a very qualified town accountant,” Khumalo told the board. He also cited Nalchajian’s experience with the municipal finance program, Munis, and said that he will be a tremendous help to the finance team.

Nalchajian comes to Hopkinton from the town of Harvard where he served as finance director for the past year. Prior to that, he worked for West Newbury and Holliston as the town accountant and has experience as the assistant business manager of Wellesley Public Schools and as the technology manager for Wellesley.

Also confirmed by the selectmen for the newly created position of procurement and grants manager was Benjamin Sweeney,

a graduate of Hopkinton High School and Assumption College.

“And it needs to be said,” said Khumalo, “his grandfather was the town’s treasurer several years ago.”

Sweeney is joining the Hopkinton financial team from the Archdiocese of Boston, where he worked most recently as the assistant controller of parishes and before that as finance manager, accounting supervisor and a senior accountant.

Both Nalchajian and Sweeney were questioned briefly by the board before they voted to confirm their appointment.

Referencing the town accountant’s role, John Coutinho said, “It’s a position we really want to fill.”

Regarding Sweeney’s role, Coutinho said it was a position that had been talked about for the last few years.

“Grants are just so important to municipalities,” said Coutinho.

“There’s so much money out there, but having someone with the time and the expertise to go out there and find them is the important thing.”

Both Nalchajian and Sweeney will start Tuesday, Nov. 13.

Grant enables Baypath Humane Society to help more animals

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he Baypath Humane Society was recently awarded a $5,000 grant from the Virginia and Harvey Kimmel Family Foundation to support its Pilot Surgical Program with VCA Animal Hospitals.

With the grant funds and the ability to use the VCA Westborough Animal Hospital’s surgical suite and equipment for spay and neuter surgeries on weekends, Baypath will now be able to reduce the cost of those surgeries without having to renovate its small space for this purpose.

“We are always looking for ways to increase efficiency so we can serve the needs of more dogs and cats,” said Baypath Humane Society Executive Director Elizabeth Jefferis. “We’re incredibly thankful to the foundation for believing in this vision. Thanks to their support, we can continue to invest in new opportunities that will make the shelter more efficient at helping stray and unwanted animals.”

Currently, the VCA Westborough Animal Hospital hosts spay and neuter clinics for Baypath every month. In 2019, Baypath hopes to expand the Pilot Surgical Program to accommodate critical procedures such as mass removals and dental surgeries.

“It means so much to us to have the respect and trust of the

VCA,” said Jefferis. “This partnership allows us to ease the stress for animals by shortening their surgery day, conducting surgeries in a more efficient manner, and ultimately helping more animals in need.”

VCA Marketing Manager for the Northeast Group of VCA Animals Hospitals Meighan McNally said the VCA is both proud and honored to be able to assist Baypath mold and form their new costeffective spay and neuter services.

“By coming together this past year on myriad levels, we have been able to show the greater Metrowest community that we are committed to working together for the love of pets,” said McNally.

“Providing the space and technology to perform these surgeries is one of the many examples of our successful partnership.”

As part of VCA’s mission to increase the number of adopted animals placed in good homes, the organization promotes pet adoption from local animal shelters and rescue organizations and works together with animal rescues to provide shelter pets with expert pet healthcare. VCA Animal Hospital has been a pivotal supporter of Baypath Humane Society, serving as a corporate sponsor of the 2018 Paws & Claws 5K and donating more than $4,400 to the shelter a part of its “Pennies for Pals” program.

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Only five residents living within the boundaries of the proposed expanded district testified at the recent forum.

They were: Tom Terry, Maple Street; Dale Danahy, East Main Street; Jeanne Marquedant, Hayden Rowe Street; Barbara Burnham, Hayden Rowe Street; and Sybil Long, Ash Street.

Most expressed varying degrees of skepticism about the proposed expansion of the Center Historic District.

“I trust you on the commission now,” said Danahy, “but what will happen in the future when membership changes?”

Terry told the commission, “I think you’re opening a can of worms.”

He suggested that expanding the historical district, with the extra layer of restrictions that would follow, might put a damper on development.

“I don’t think it’s good for the economics of the town,” Terry said, adding his opinion that Hopkinton’s architecture doesn’t have any predominant historic characteristics.

We don’t have any great buildings that are in danger of being torn down.

The town has a nice little character.

Tom Terry Resident “The architectural history of this town doesn’t exist, other than we’re like every other town,” he said. “We don’t have any great buildings that are in danger of being torn down.

The town has a nice little character.

And some are big and some are small. I think we’re dealing with a problem that we don’t have.”

According to the town’s website, the Hopkinton Center Historic District was established by the townspeople in 1979, consisting primarily of properties surrounding the Town Common, the Common itself, and properties along the south side of Main Street, ending near the corner of Grove Street. A small portion of East Main Street is also included.

In recent years, Center School and the Town Hall have been added to the district.

MacDowell seeks board’s input to finish sidewalk project

By Jim Kleinkauf Contributing Writer Legacy Farms Developer Roy MacDowell met with the town Planning Board Oct. 15 to seek guidance on completing a section of sidewalk on East Main Street. The section to be completed starts at 83 East Main St. and continues to the town’s athletic field parcel located adjacent to 51 East Main St. The sidewalk construction project on East Main Street originally began in September 2017.

MacDowell is undertaking of the project is part of an mitigation agreement with the town regarding the Legacy Farms housing development on former Weston Nurseries land off East Main Street.

The 19-acre athletic fields parcel, which was turned over to the town in November of 2016, was also part of a mitigation agreement with the town.

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The Conservation Commission voted to permit an access road to the field via a bridge. The plan calls for the sidewalk to go over a section of that bridge. However, at present, the status of the bridge construction project is still in question, MacDowell told the Planning Board.

MacDowell asked the board if it would like to have the sidewalk completed up until the bridge portion, or wait to complete sidewalk construction until the bridge is built.

Before making that decision, board members decided that they needed more input.

The topic was continued to the Planning Board meeting on Monday, Nov. 19, in the hope that Director of Public Works John Westerling would be available to provide his opinion on the project.

In the meantime, MacDowell said he would try to get additional information from the Conservation Commission and the Parks and Recreation Commission.

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hile efforts to save the Toll House, the 1 ½-story cape house at 123 Main St. in Hopkinton that played a major role in the old Central Turnpike were not successful, Wayne Mezitt of Weston Nurseries has now made it possible for the site where it was located to be preserved.

From 1830 to 1836, a toll collector lived in the house and collected payment from carriages and horses using the road. Located on property that was owned by Weston Nurseries, but needed for parking when previously owned land used for parking was part of the sale of Legacy Farms, the future of the Toll House was uncertain.

“More than 10 years ago we realized that continuing to properly maintain the Toll House was not a reasonable expenditure for our business,” said Mezitt when asked what inspired him to preserve the site. “We appreciated the significance of this structure and were very concerned about losing its historical value.”

Attempts were made to move the structure and professional help was called in to analyze the possibilities for repair, relocation, and re-purposing, but Mezitt said the only realistic

option was to demolish it.

“By then it was abandoned and in dangerous condition with a leaking roof, windows and doors in need of repair, and it was being vandalized,” said Mezitt.

Faced with having to demolish the building, Mezitt’s wife, Beth and his son, Peter encouraged him to discuss the demolition plans with the Hopkinton Historical Society and the Hopkinton Historic Commission.

“That process involved numerous discussions and site visits, eventually resulting in our agreement to maintain the ‘footprint’ of the foundation as an open area,” said Mezitt.

In 2016, the Toll House was razed and the foundation retained.

In addition, many of the old wooden beams were put aside to be preserved. The cellar area has been filled in and many of the non-foundation stones were replaced to outline the area where the house once stood. A plaque was installed across the road during sidewalk construction across Route and Mezitt said it is his understanding that it will remain there as a permanent marker.

More history about the Toll House is available online at in a story by Cathy Buday at https://hpkmam.wixsite.com/hopkintonma300/ single-post/2016/07/22/Historictoll-house-faces-uncertain-future.

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tive Realty agent Bill Gassett might say he is happily deep rooted in both.

Speaking with him, his passion for real estate is apparent. Gassett seems to love all aspects of the industry from the ground up, and which likely began at a young age.

“My dad was a builder, so I grew up around it and ended up building my first house in Hopkinton at 23 years old,” Gassett said.

It was actually at the suggestion of his father that he take a real estate course while he was attending Northeastern University.

“I didn’t really want to,” Gassett admitted. But thankfully he did and discovered his life time career.

Yet it’s not just his experience that his clients have come to appreciate and count on. It’s also his friendly approach, honesty and integrity that have made him the success he is and the reason he was named the number six agent in New England last year and involved in 94 transactions.

Of his three decades as a Realtor, nearly 22 of those years he has worked for Re/Max and said there’s a reason for that. Not only does he love the entrepreneurial spirit of the company, he said, Re/Max agents put a little more than their time and commitment into their careers.

“We pay for our own personal expenses. I pay rent here,” Gassett explained of his South Street office space.

As a result, Re/Max agents have a vested interest to buy and sell on the best terms for their clients in the shortest period of time possible.

“It definitely makes you work a little harder and why mostly seasoned, established agents work for the company,” he said.

The Hopkinton resident is an avid writer who likes to use those skills to help buyers, sellers, and other Realtors. His highly viewed blog, “Maximum Real Estate Exposure,” has featured everything from “What are the Benefits of a VA Loan,” and “How to Win a Bidding War,” to “How You Know You Picked a Bad Real Estate Agent.” He’s written for other prestigious real estate and financial sites including RIS Media, National Association of Realtors, Inman News, Placester, RESAAS, and Credit Sesame, among others.

Still, when it comes to hiring an agent, Gassett doesn’t mince words.

“Talk to several agents before choosing one. It’s a big decision and shouldn’t be made without talking to more than one person.”

Anyone who is thinking about buying or selling a home and is interested in utilizing a seasoned agent, Bill Gassett can be contacted by calling his office located at 22 South St. in Hopkinton at 508-435-6700, directly at 508-435-5356, or via email at billgassett@remaxexec.com. For more information on Gassett’s services, view his website, www.maxrealestateexposure.com.

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By Jean Cann Contributing Writer Cool rainy weather changed work plans but didn’t dampen the enthusiasm of Hopkinton Chamber of Commerce members who volunteered at the MetroWest YMCA Family Outdoor Center Oct. 12.

“The team of local business leaders installed a new team-building initiative on the Y’s challenge course, or what they call a Low Ropes Element,” said Scott Umbel, branch executive director for MetroWest YMCA Family Outdoor Center. “The installation was for an activity called Electric Fence, that students and adults navigate through group communication and discussion to discover a solution to the challenge on their own. Though the name may sound ominous, the Y can assure you that there is no electricity running through the ropes, though it’s no less challenging to tackle as a group on the course.”

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drilled holes and sank giant staples into the trees, where the low-ropes equipment for the Electric Fence will attach. Some tried out a few pieces of equipment for fun.

The Y’s Family Outdoor Center spans a scenic 122 acres on and around East Street in Hopkinton.

The center’s facilities include miles of wandering hiking and walking trails, outdoor pools, and adventure facilities, including the challenge course the chamber worked on. As part of the nonprofit MetroWest YMCA, the center serves the community year-round with indoor and outdoor programs and activities and a focus on adventure programs for youth and family. On Oct. 12, it was the chamber’s time to serve the Y to help them to expand their challenge course.

The Hopkinton Chamber of Commerce is a business organization with a mission to serve its members, “by supporting and advocating for an environment where members and their communities prosper.”

Friends of the Hopkinton Public Library prepare for Fall Book Sale In preparation for its Fall Book Sale, the Friends of the Hopkinton Public Library will collect donated books until Oct. 31. If you have books in goodto-excellent condition to donate, please bring them to the library during open hours and leave them by the Friends Room on the second floor. If you have a large quantity of books to donate, please call Beth Mezitt at 508-435-6335 in advance so that arrangements can be made to help you bring the books directly to the sorting room. Books can be hard-cover or paperback and should be clean. Children’s books should be scribble-free, in good condition and complete. DVD and CDs will be accepted, but not video tapes. Puzzles, games, magazines, dictionaries, textbooks or computer/technology manuals will also not be accepted.

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Jeanne Friswell will lead the meditation class which blends seated mindfulness meditation and standing Qigong. This class is offered twice a month and will replace the weekly meditation class. Cost $3 per class/pay by the month.

Bowling Monday, Oct. 29 and Nov. 5 & 19 (leave Senior Center 8:45 am) Hit the alleys at Ryan Family Amusement in Millis and bowl a few games. Senior Cost: $13 includes shoes, 3 games and bus. If you choose to meet us there, cost will be $10. Call to sign up to ensure there will be an alley available.

“Grant and Lee: Remarkable Characters in the American Story” Thursday, Oct. 25, 2018 at 12:30 p.m.

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Professor Jeff Skillings of Dean College will deliver this presentation on generals Grant and Lee. If the Civil War is America’s epic tale of a nation pursuing its journey to selfhood, then no other characters are more significant and fascinating than Ulysses S. Grant and Robert E. Lee. In the final year of this war that eventually emancipated the slaves and united a divided nation, it was Grant and Lee who faced off against each other in some of the most savage battles and brought the war to its end. Grant and Lee are now seen as two of the most important military leaders and individuals in American history.

Library Corner Books in Bloom Opening Night Friday Oct 26, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

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• Library Tours: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

• Books in Bloom: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

• Cider and donuts with the Trustees: 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

• Homes Donor Plaque Dedication: 11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Church St. Lobby

YA for Adults (and 11th & 12th graders) Book Group Mon. Oct. 29, 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM Join us for a discussion of a new Young Adult book called “All of This is True”. Sign up online; books available at the main circulation desk.

New members always welcome!

Fall Book Sale Friday, Nov. 2, 10 a.m. to 10:30 (Members Only) General Public 10:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. and Saturday Nov. 3, 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

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Mrs. Grady the Music Lady Tuesday, Nov. 6, 10:30 - 11:00 AM Sign up required via library website or by calling the Children’s Room.

Hopkinton Diversity & Cultural Alliance Book Club Wed. Nov. 7, 6 p.m. to 7:45 p.m.

In November we will be discussing the book The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas. Copies are available at the Library for check out.

Rebel the Therapy Dog Most Tuesdays 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Rebel the Therapy Dog will have regular ‘office hours’ at the library on Tuesdays. Rebel is a sweet Swiss Mountain Dog who would be happy to meet you! Find her in the Young Adult room.

Veterans Day Monday, Nov. 12 The library will be closed in observance of Veterans Day.

Check out the calendar on the library website, www. hopkintonlibrary.org, for more offerings, visit Facebook, Twitter (hopkintonPLMA) or Instagram.

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Kilduff receives 2018 Philhellene Award

By Michelle Murdock Managing Editor

Tim Kilduff (left), director of the 26.2 Foundation, displays his Philhellene Award with Nick Kourtis (right), past president, Alpha Omega Council.

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s part of its Lifetime Achievement Award Banquet Oct. 6, the Alpha Omega Council of Boston voted unanimously to honor 26.2 Foundation Executive Director and Founder Tim Kilduff with the 2018 Philhellene Award.

The Philhellene Award, first established in 2017, is given to an individual or organization that promotes the ideals of Hellenism the principles, ideals, and pursuits associated with classical Greek civilization.

According to the Award Banquet program, the 26.2 Foundation’s mission is to promote and support the sport of marathoning, as well as health, wellness and economic development initiatives through strategic investments in innovative, multi-generational programs on local, regional, national and global levels. Kilduff was recognized for his enthusiastic support of Alpha Omega and for programs which recognize the contributions that Greece has contributed to the world.

“Tim and the 26.2 Foundation have been instrumental in helping the council, through its critical participation in the annual Wreath Ceremony conducted by the Consulate

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General of Greece and on the Marathon Education Committee, to educate the greater Boston community, and beyond, on the Hellenic roots of the Boston Marathon, the defense of democracy by the Athenians at the Battle of Marathon, and on the value of that history in promoting civic education in the U.S. today,” read the Awards Banquet program.

The program also cites Kilduff’s tireless work in the U.S. and in Greece to honor and promote the legacy of the 1948 Boston Marathon winner Stylianos Kyriakides, who

created the concept of the charity run that has provided the framework for some of the noblest of all human activities associated with marathoning today. In addition, the 26.2 Foundation has partnered with the council in supporting the Examined Life-Teaching Greece Program by providing scholarships that allow teachers to receive education and training to effectively teach the Ancient Greek classics to middle and high school students.

Kilduff received his award at the same banquet that recognized Ioan-

nis Miaoulis, Ph.D., as the honoree for the 2018 Alpha Omega Council Lifetime Achievement Award.

“I do not often pass on information about personal recognition,” said Kilduff. “However, I am very proud of receiving the Philhellene Award. It was a privilege to be part of a program that recognized the many accomplishments of Dr. Ioannis Miaoulis, the president and director of the Museum of Science in Boston.”

New date for Tamarack Trio concert The Tamarack Trio will perform their first concert in almost two decades through Apple Tree Arts at the Congregational Church, 30 Grafton Common, Grafton, on Sunday, Oct. 28, at 4 p.m. The trio will open with Mendelssohn Trio #1, a sweep of melodious and passionate music, before going into Haydn Gypsy Trio, a more relaxing piece with a slower tempo. They will close the program with a hymn-like serenade piece called “Schubert Notturno”. Tickets are $18 and can be purchased online at www.appletreearts.org.

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Gala hosted by the Hopkinton CC Charitable Foundation Fundraiser will feature Provencal cuisine, dancing at the ‘HCCCF Yacht Party’

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This year, proceeds from the gala will also benefit many other local Metrowest charitable organizations that embody its mission to support youth and families through economic assistance and youth development.

In the past some of the major grantees have been Mazie Mentoring and Bethany Hill Place in

the Milford Daily Bread Food Panevening gala, will take place Sattry since 2016 and thought it would urday, Nov. 10, with the theme of be incredible to show our HCCCF “A Night on the French Riviera.” supporters how much we believe in The ninth annual event will feathe good that they do for the comture Provencal cuisine, dancing at the “HCCCF Yacht Party,” the munity,” said HCCCF President Monte Carlo experience, and a Jeremy Hartman.

Opened in 1991, the pantry silent and live auction. This year’s 2018 Spotlight Grantee is the Mil- serves between 40 and 60 local families a week and operates solely ford Daily Bread Food Pantry – an organization with programs that in- through the work of more than 150 clude feeding the hungry, providing volunteers. The HCCCF has partnered with them since 2016. winter coats for those in need, and “Due to the generosity of helping homeless teenagers through the HCCCF, the Daily508.954.8148 Bread Food support and mentoring.

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Board of Appeals grants extended hours to sawmill

By Michelle Sanford Contributing Writer

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he Board of Appeals amended a variance that will now permit the owner of J.B. Sawmill, 32 Fruit St., to extend the business’s closing hours. The new closing hours will overturn a previous 1981 ruling, but also comes with a number of conditions.

At an Oct. 10 public hearing at the Town Hall, those in attendance included Amy Peterson, a trustee of RNR Realty Trust, which owns the land, and her legal counsel Jerry Effren. Several abutters were also there to voice their opinions on the measure.

Previously, the Sawmill’s operating hours were Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. However, per the application, Peterson was seeking only limited modifications to the operating hours by extending the closing hours from 5 to 7 p.m. weekdays to permit delivery trucks to enter and leave the property and to undertake maintenance of equipment and vehicles and performing other work on the property not involving wood cutting or wood processing. In addition, the applicant sought to modify the Saturday hours by extending the

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Framingham, Project Just Because, Ashland Teen Emergency, Straight Ahead Ministries and Natick Service Council.

Tickets are $100 and can be purchased online at https://hcccfgala2018.eventbrite.com. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and about 175-200 people are expected to attend. For those unable to attend donations are accepted online at www.hopkintoncccf.org/give/.

closing hours to 3 p.m. for the same purpose.

In 2016, the Board of Appeals unanimously ruled to uphold a decision from Zoning Enforcement Officer Chuck Kadlik limiting the hours of all operations on the J.B. Sawmill property to those stated in a 1981 variance. The board believed extending the hours could affect the neighborhood negatively. Since then, the owner has brought the matter to the courts, and a decision is still pending.

Abutter Nancy Peters, who resides on Wood Street, voiced her opposition to the extended hours. She attended with lawyer Robert Knapik.

Peters noted there have been “many, many, complaints to the Board of Health,” about the noise levels coming from the Sawmill.

“I basically can’t enjoy my own home,” she said.

However, Effren said he had no such complaints on file.

Resident Joe Clark, who lives in the vicinity, said the Sawmill owner and workers have been receptive to receiving any feedback from him and said he had no issues with the noise.

After some discussion among board members, the extended hours were eventually granted, but came with a list of conditions, including no wood cutting or wood processing activities permitted during the extended hours. In addition, the owners will submit a request to the court requesting dismissal of the appeal.

In addition, the owner must convey to employees, vendors and visitors to observe the posted speed limit of 10 mph on site, avoid using “Jake Brakes” and air horns whenever possible, and minimize idling of trucks.

Also, workers are to lower materials in trucks rather than dumping the materials from a greater heights, drivers leaving the property earlier during the working day or returning later in the working day must park their trucks away from neighboring properties, and drivers and operators of vehicles and equipment must avoid banging buckets on the ground.

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Cardiologist Appointed to Milford Regional Medical Staff

Giorgio Napoli, MD

Milford Regional is pleased to welcome cardiologist, Giorgio Napoli, MD to the active medical staff. He has joined Hopedale Cardiovascular Associates in Upton, Massachusetts.

Dr. Napoli earned his medical degree from the State University of New York in Brooklyn, NY in 2012. He performed an internal medicine residency at Brown University in Providence, RI and a fellowship in cardiology at the University of Massachusetts Medical Center in Worcester, MA. He is board certified in internal medicine.

“We welcome Dr. Giorgio Napoli to our medical staff, states President and CEO Edward J. Kelly. “We are very pleased to have such a high caliber physician join our cardiovascular team.”

Appointments with Dr. Napoli can be made by calling Hopedale Cardiovascular Associates in Upton at 508-473-1015.

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Arts Center Gala returns Nov. 3 Mark your calendars for a night of great food, cocktails, music and dancing at the Hopkinton Center for the Arts’ annual gala Saturday, Nov. 3, from 7 to 11 p.m. at the center, 98 Hayden Rowe St. This year’s gala theme is “First We Dream,” and the center will be decorated to evoke a dreamlike atmosphere.

The evening’s fun will include sophisticated food; an open bar with wine, beer and signature cocktails; dancing to the music of J.P. and Friends; raffles and a live auction with the chance to bid on big prizes, including a week-long trip for two to Tuscany.

The Hopkinton Center for the Hopkinton’s Enter Stage Left (ESL) Theater recently announced that UniBank Arts relies on its annual gala to help offset its operating costs and to has become a Gold Level sponsor of ESL’s third annual 5K fun run/walk, continue to serve more than 12,000 planned for Sunday, Oct. 28, at 9 a.m.

Regarding the sponsorship, UniBank Vice President and Area Relachildren, teens and adults who take tionship Branch Manager Cristina L. Morrissiey said, “The arts enrich classes or enjoy performances, exhibits and special events each year. our lives and our community in so many ways. As a community bank, Discounted tickets are available now UniBank is proud to be a Gold Level sponsor of Enter Stage Left Theater’s third annual Wicked 5K Fun Run. We commend ESL and the for $100 per person; the price goes up to $125 per person starting Oct. Hopkinton Center for the Arts for their ongoing commitment to enhancing the community through theatrical productions, youth workshops, and 28. Don’t miss the chance to party scholarships that are made possible through such fundraising efforts.” with your friends and to support a All proceeds of this fundraising event go to Enter Stage Left Theater (www. great cause. Tickets can be purchased Milford Regional / 2018 Fall Lecturehopartscenter.org).

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2018 Fall Lectures Managing Pain with Dry Needling Monday, October 29 at 7PM Amanda Keefe, PT, DPT, Cert DN / Ryan Davia, PT, DPT

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Come learn about how dry needling could offer the relief you’ve been looking for – whether you have back, neck or shoulder pain; headaches; tendonitis; osteoarthritis; plantar fasciitis or chronic pain. Our specially trained physical therapists will discuss this treatment and how it is helping many people manage their pain. FREE

Join us for our fall lectures with our hand surgeon and physical therapists.

These FREE lectures are presented at Milford Regional’s Physicians Conference Center on the ground floor of the main building, adjacent to the main lobby.

Registration is required, as seating is limited. Please call 508-422-2206 or visit milfordregional.org.

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outstanding character, scholarship, leadership and service.

HHS National Honor Society Co-President Fatima Zaidi welcomed the inductees, and congratulated them on their achievement.

“Each of you has impressive skills and talents,” said Zaidi. “Our schedules are packed with a million things…but you have gone above and beyond.”

Zaidi’s Co-President Matthew Dempsey also congratulated the inductees, and spoke to them about the value of serving others.

“The best and most valuable service is where you are not counting how many hours you have to complete,” said Dempsey. “There is no better feeling.”

Guest Speaker and HHS teacher Valerie Von Rosenvinge reflected on her time in high school, and how, although the students’ vision of the future may change, it’s their good character that should remain a constant.

“You can predict and imagine the future all you want, but it’s the present choices that you make that determine the trajectory of your life,” said Von Rosenvinge. “Knowing who you are as a person should be your primary focus.”

She ended giving the inductees a piece of advice from a Native American proverb.

“As you go the way of life, you will see a great chasm. Jump. It’s not as wide as you think,” she quoted.

The inductees were then called up individually to receive a certificate and a flower which was to be presented by each inductee to a parent or mentor as a show of gratitude.

In order to be eligible for the National Honor Society at HHS, students must have a grade point average of 3.5 or higher. They are then invited to apply and are chosen by a committee of five teachers based on their essay and their demonstration of the four pillars of the National Honor Society – character, scholarship, leadership, and service.

Students looking to join the National Art Honor Society, a new program to HHS this year, must have a B+ average or higher in their art classes and must be interested in giving back to the community through visual arts.

Both societies give students an opportunity to serve their community in different ways, according to NHS advisor and HHS history teacher Sara Williams.

“The kids here are always looking for opportunities to help in the community so this is a great outlet for them,” said Williams.

The induction ceremony, which has been an annual event since 2000, is a way to give the students acknowledgement for their accomplishments – both academic and service - said Williams.

“It’s a recognition for all of the hard work they have put in so far, and of the responsibilities they will have as a National Honor Society member for the next one to two years,” she said.

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By Melissa Orff Contributing Writer Officials for the Hopkinton Public Schools went before the School Committee once again for approval of additional staff due to the continually increasing enrollment in the district.

Hopkinton High School (HHS) Principal Evan Bishop presented the request for bringing back the campus aide position and new teachers for the history, math and science departments during the Oct. 4 School Committee meeting.

“These increases are both operational and based on enrollment increases that affect our students and our staff,” said Bishop.

The requested full-time campus aide position would be stationed at the front of the building/security booth to monitor visitors. The request is necessary, said Bishop, after their current campus aide has been spending half of their day in the Guidance Department due to a department secretary position being cut last year.

“At a school of almost 1,200 students, it is rare to have only one support staff member for a Guidance Department,” he said. “It was a difficult cut for us.”

Bishop said that although the campus aide is moved into the Guidance Department half of the day, that doesn’t mean that the security booth has been left unmanned. Rotating staff secretaries from the administration office and even parent volunteers have been filling that role when necessary.

“What we are finding is we have a revolving door of people working the front booth – we have too many moving parts,” he said. “It is critical to have a consistent person at the security booth.”

The high school is also in need of increased staff in a few departments due to the spike in enrollment in the last six months alone.

“We had 72 new students transfer in to the high school and 26 transferred out, leaving a net of 46 students that were not planned for during the budget season,” said Bishop.

That, coupled with the fact that they had to cut staffing by 1.6 positions last year, has left larger than normal class sizes in a number of areas. Current HHS enrollment is 1,188, the largest high school enrollment the district has ever seen.

In the History Department, class averages are approximately 27 students, with two classes over 30 students. History teachers are also managing a caseload of 123 students on average. In the Math Department, class averages are running from 25 to 30 students, and in the Science Department, all of the senior level college prep classes are over 25 students.

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These increases are both operational and based on enrollment increases that affect our students and our staff.

Evan Bishop Hopkinton High School Principal “Those numbers are really high,” said Bishop. “I have been receiving numerous calls and emails from parents with concerns about class sizes.”

Bishop requested one FTE (fulltime equivalent) history teacher, a .4 FTE math teacher, and a .2 FTE science teacher to start in January at the beginning of the new semester. These additions will bring class sizes down to a more manageable level, according to Bishop.

Before unanimously approving the request, the School Committee asked where the funding would come from for the approximate $82,000 in salaries.

Director of Finance Susan Rothermich responded that the money would come mainly from the prepayment of transportation charges for this year as well as possible lane change increases that did not come to fruition.

This is not the first time that the School Committee has had to approve additional staffing due to the unprecedented enrollment increase in Hopkinton. Since the beginning of the school year the School Committee has approved the hiring of four additional full-time paraprofessionals for Marathon Elementary, two additional teachers at Hopkinton Middle School, and two new English Language Development (ELD) teaching positions for the district.

Gollaher to attend Colgate University Hopkinton High School graduate Amanda Gollaher is a member of the Colgate University Class of 2022. Of the 9,716 applications to Colgate last year, just 25 percent were accepted.

The average high school GPA for accepted students was 3.8 out of 4.0.

Colgate received applications from 50 states, Washington D.C., and 133 countries.

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Sports Hopkinton Football back in the postseason

By Chris Villani Sports Reporter

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he Hopkinton High School football team kicks off its postseason run this weekend and head coach Jim Girard thinks his team is coming together at the right time as the Hillers prepare to defend their Division 4 district championship from a year ago.

“We are seeing improvement in all areas,” Girard said. “So we are excited about going into the final couple of games.”

Girard spoke with the Independent before last weekend’s regular season contest at Westwood, so it was unclear whether the Hillers would get a home game in the first round and who the opponent would be. But the playoff spot was already secured, and the season has included several highlights, including a new program record for passing yards in a career by senior quarterback Ryan Kelleher.

Girard called Kelleher a “gifted passer” after watching his signal

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sides of the ball, Girard said.

“He’s always flying around on defense,” he noted.

Tyler Dougherty has been an “impressive” player on defense, the head coach added, and the trio of Ben Powers, Theo Cavallo and Kyle Stukel have anchored the offensive line.

Keirin Herr, Ty Scanlon and Brendan Kelly have all been strong for a Hopkinton defense that has held opponents to fewer than 10 points four times this season, including all three victories.

In order to make a deep run in the postseason again, Hopkinton will

caller amass 3,275 yards and counting over the course of his time with the Hillers. The head coach also extolled another senior, the versatile Luke D’Aloia.

“He is the heart of and soul of our football team, as Luke goes, so goes Hopkinton,” Girard said. “He is the heartbeat of the team on offense, defense, special teams, intensity, enthusiasm... we follow his lead.”

Numerous players have stood out for Hopkinton over the course of their first three games, during which the Hillers posted a 3-3 record. Matt Brown has been versatile on both

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By Chris Villani Sports Reporter A year after making an appearance in the state final, the Hopkinton High School girls’ volleyball team is once again heading into the postseason as one of the strongest squads in the area and eyeing another lengthy run in the postseason.

“The team has been playing well,” said Head Coach Margie Grabmeier. “We have a small roster but a lot of talent. Every player adds a wealth of volleyball experience and they are coming together and playing better defense as the season progresses, just in time for tournament.”

The Hillers posted a 13-1 record heading into last week’s Senior Night match with the lone setback coming against Barnstable back in late September. Grabmeier said the multi-team tournaments the team has played in this year have included playoff-caliber competition.

The head coach praised her team’s improvement across the board, particularly her seniors who are heading into their final high school tournament.

“The seniors have stepped us,” Grabmeier said. “This is their last opportunity playing volleyball as Hillers and they want to leave their mark.”

need to work on cleaning up penalties, Girard said. In losses, the Hillers have too frequently put themselves in difficult down and distance situations with flags for holding or offsides.

But Girard is confident his veteran team has the ability to pull it together at the most important time of the year.

“We are a senior-heavy group,” he said, noting his team has 21 seniors on the roster. “They are all contributing in one way or another. They are a tight group and a lot of fun. They work hard in practice, they’re just a very enjoyable group to coach.”

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By Jean Cann Contributing Writer Amanda Gilbert, Endicott ’22, was named Commonwealth Coast Conference volleyball rookie of the week for two weeks in a row.

For the first week, Endicott said, “The freshman played a huge role in Endicott upsetting Wesleyan, the fourth ranked team in the most recent NEWVA poll. In the 3-1 win over Wesleyan, Gilbert posted career-highs in kills, digs and hitting percentage (min. 20 attempts).

Gilbert went off for 15 kills and 10 digs while hitting for a .342 average

as the Gulls knocked off the Cardinals for the first time in program history.

For the week, the Hopkinton, Mass., native averaged 2.11 kills/set, 2.00 digs/set and hit .268.”

For her second honor, the athletic department said, “The outside played in two matches for the Gulls, finishing as the kill leader, or tied for the kill lead, in both. Gilbert started the week with a flawless 12 kills performance on 21 attempts with no errors while hitting .571 in the team’s 3-0 sweep of Gordon in which she also chipped in three digs and an assist block against the Fighting Scots. The freshman closed the

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She followed those weeks with a 14-kill game against Roger Williams on the road. She hit .93 and had six digs in the 3-2 loss Oct. 9. In a 3-1 loss to Bowdoin Oct. 12, Gilbert had 14 kills and just two errors on 34 swings for a .353 average to go with five digs and two assist blocks.

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Ryan Branch, Lafayette ’21, ran 27:23 for 8k to finish 97th out of 367 finishers at the Paul Short Invitational at Lehigh Sept. 29.

Hanna Engstrom, Trinity ’19, had five kills and five digs in her volleyball team’s 3-1 loss to Wesleyan Sept. 28. She had nine kills and five digs in a 3-2 win over Connecticut College the next day.

She had three kills and a dig in a 3-0 win over Nichols Oct. 9. In a 3-1 loss to Williams Oct. 12, she had seven kills and a dig.

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Bella Onsi and Jenna Willwerth have driven the Hillers’ attack from the outside. Setter Mia Ardila and right side hitter Angie Grabmeier, the coach said, have “elevated our game with strong setting, serving and a balanced offense accounting for many kills on the right.”

Grabmeier said libero Morgan Allen has served well and helped solidify the back row defense along with defensive specialist Lydia Rudden. Middle hitters Cecily McNamara and Ashley McDermott have been strong on the block, Grabmeier said, and added “quick, strong offense when needed.”

Hopkinton’s three sophomores, Millie Senseney, Cate Cestari and Rachel Leeret, have also been consistent contributors.

Grabmeier said the team is constantly emphasizing on-court communication, saying “We are not the loudest team yet, but we are working on it.” Off the course, she said the team is a tight-knit group and student managers Keelan Boyle, Jaimie Hart and Nina Salmucci have added to a positive team chemistry and dynamic.

The Hillers had three matches left on the regular season schedule before turning their attention to the playoffs. Grabmeier said this squad could give Hopkinton fans another lengthy postseason.

“This is definitely the type of team that can make another deep tournament run,” she said. “We absolutely have the talent, so with sustained intensity and a bit of luck, we’ll be back in the mix.”

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Sports Hopkinton High School celebrates Spirit Week

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Right: Keeping with tradition, students at the HHS Pep Rally makes as much noise as possible.

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Julia Burdulis, Trinity ’21, finished 27th at the James Early Cross Country Invitational to help her team to a runner-up finish at the Oct. 6 meet in Westfield. She ran the 5k in 19:45.

Below: Seniors pose in camo gear as part of Hopkinton High School’s Spirit Week.

Sara Freedman, Stonehill ’19, made nine saves in goal in her field hockey team’s 5-0 win over Bentley Sept. 29.

She made seven saves and allowed three goals in a 5-0 loss to Adelphi Oct. 6. In a 6-3 win over Franklin Pierce Oct. 9, Freedman made one save and allowed two goals.

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9:41 p.m. A Davis Road walk-in complained of a loud recording playing at a neighbor’s home.

Officers Moira McGaffigan and Derek Morton responded and found all quiet upon their arrival.

October 5

9:03 a.m. A caller reported being approached by a solicitor on Pond Street and feeling uncomfortable about the encounter. Officer Matthew Santoro responded and checked the area with a negative find.

2:48 p.m. A West Main Street caller reported someone hit his wall. Officers John Corridan and Preston Mucciarone responded and took a report.

3:42 p.m. A Knoll Road caller reported a suspicious male taking pictures of her children as they were getting off the school bus by Sandy Beach. Officer Moira McGaffigan responded and the vehicle was gone upon her arrival. A report will follow.

4:18 p.m. Officer Derek Morton spoke with a walk-in about a scam.

A report will follow.

5:58 p.m. A caller reported she believes someone attempted to break in to her car while she was at work on West Main Street. She was advised to come to the station to file a report.

6:17 p.m. A Hayden Rowe Street caller reported his property was vandalized overnight.

Officer Derek Morton responded and took a report.

7:00 p.m. A caller reported a dog was hit by a motor vehicle on Grove Police Log page 21

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Street. Officers Moira McGaffigan and Derek Morton responded and removed the dog and took a report.

October 6

1:13 a.m. A Meserve Street caller reported a suspicious vehicle parked in front of her residence. Sergeant Matthew McNeil responded and spoke with the person, a family member of the next- door neighbor.

All was okay.

10:12 a.m. A walk-in spoke with Officer Matthew Santoro about threats she received.

12:32 p.m. Officer Stephen Buckley found an ATM card on Main Street and returned it to its owner.

5:18 p.m. A caller reported finding a bike on West Main Street. Officer Derek Morton responded and took possession of the rusted bicycle.

5:36 p.m. A Winter Street resident reported a dispute. Officer Derek Morton responded and spoke with the caller, who wanted the incident logged.

6:58 p.m. A caller reported he and another person are locked inside the State Park on Cedar Street. Officer Benjamin Stickney responded and opened the gate.

7:24 p.m. A Davis Road walk-in complained of noise at a neighbor’s residence, where a recording was left on. Officer Benjamin Stickney spoke with the reporting person.

October 7

12:01 a.m. A caller reported a Rottweiler has wandered up to a house on Hayden Rowe Street.

The Animal Control Officer was contacted. Bay Path was notified for pick up of the canine.

3:35 p.m. A Constitution Court caller reported a woman is receiving threatening text messages from her ex-husband. Officer Benjamin Stickney responded and spoke with the woman. No restraining order violation took place.

8:24 p.m. A caller spoke with Officer Benjamin Stickney about an issue with an employee not returning keys to a vehicle. He was advised that the matter is a civil one. The caller called back to notify Officer Stickney that the keys were located.

8:53 p.m. At the boat ramp at Legacy Farms North, Sergeant Timothy Brennan and Officers Derek Morton and Benjamin Stickney arrested Matthew F. Lesiak, Junior, 38 of 14 Blackstone Street, Blackstone and charged him with OUI Liquor and Drinking Alcohol from an Open Container.

10:03 p.m. An Oliver Lane caller reported her father’s wallet is missing and wanted the incident logged.

9:18 p.m. A caller complained of noise at the soccer field on Greenwood Road. The caller stated

vehicles are in the parking lot.

Officer Derek Morton responded, and the vehicles were gone upon his arrival.

October 8

8:27 a.m. A Lakepoint Way caller complained of construction taking place at a neighbor’s house on a holiday. Officer Stephen Buckley responded and spoke to the workers, who ceased operations.

9:12 a.m. A walk-in from Constitution Court reported her car was keyed sometime last night.

Officer Benjamin Stickney took a report of vandalism.

9:22 a.m. A Stoney Brook Road resident complained of construction taking place on a holiday. Officer Stephen Buckley responded and the workers were advised.

11:33 a.m. A walk-in spoke with Officer Stephen Buckley about obtaining a restraining order. A report will follow.

6:42 p.m. A Ridge Road caller reported his vehicle was keyed.

Officers John Corridan and Preston Mucciarone responded to view the damage and took a report.

8:04 p.m. A Davis Road walkin complained about a recording that her neighbor s playing all day.

Officer Philip Powers responded and did not hear any noise coming from the neighbor’s residence.

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8:15 a.m. A walk-in reported an incident that took place in Boston.

Officer Stephen Buckley assisted in reporting the incident to the Boston Police Department.

9:29 a.m. A caller reported a dead opossum on the side of the roadway of West Main Street. The Highway Department was notified.

11:04 a.m. A caller reported finding three mountain bikes tied to a tree at the beginning of the trail to Legacy Farms South. The caller stated that they appeared to have been there for a long time. The DPW was notified and they will pick up the bikes.

11:23 a.m. A caller reported his firearm is missing. Officer John Corridan responded and took a report.

10:36 p.m. Officer John Corridan found the door of a Main Street business open. After checking the building, he located cleaning staff.

All was okay.

10:45 p.m. Officer Moira McGaffigan secured an unlocked door on Church Street.

October 11

10:44 a.m. A caller reported a large bump in the roadway of South Street, which caused damage to his motor vehicle. He requested a warning sign be posted for drivers.

2:02 p.m. A caller reported low hanging wires on Walcott Street.

Officer John Corridan responded and contacted Verizon.

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2:02 p.m. Officer Arthur Schofield assisted a disabled motor vehicle on Wood Street.

4:52 p.m. A caller reported a truck drove off the roadway of West Main Street and in to bushes. Officer Derek Morton responded and the truck was gone upon his arrival.

7:21 p.m. A School Street resident reported receiving a threatening voicemail.

Officer Moira McGaffigan responded and spoke with the reporting person.

7:58 p.m. A motorist reported he hit a deer on Fruit Street. The Westborough Police Department responded.

October 12

4:05 a.m. A Spring Street caller reported being woken up by a noise of someone attempting to enter his neighbor’s trailer. Sergeant Matthew McNeil and Officer Brendon Lyver responded and checked the area with a negative find.

10:50 a.m. Officer Stephen Buckley contacted Eversource about fallen trees on top of wires on Hayward Street.

2:52 p.m. A walk-in from Sanctuary Lane reported his wife has received multiple phone call scams. He wanted the incidents logged. Officer Panagiotis Hontzeas assisted.

4:22 p.m. A West Main Street caller reported her driveway has been blocked by a truck for thirty minutes. Sergeant Timothy Brennan responded and spoke with the owner of the truck.

October 13

4:21 p.m. A caller reported four vehicles racing on Cedar Street.

Officers Panagiotis Hontzeas and Benjamin Stickney responded and spoke to the drivers, who were photographing their vehicles. They were advised of the complaint.

8:50 p.m. A caller reported he hit a deer on East Main Street.

Officer Philip Powers responded and contacted the Animal Control Officer.

9:04 p.m. A walk-in complained of teens parking in the residents’ parking spots on Rosewood Lane.

Officer Benjamin Stickney checked the parking area and the vehicles were gone upon his arrival.

October 15

9:36 a.m. An Elm Street caller reported vehicles have been parking in the tenant parking area, and tenants are upset. Officer Panagiotis Hontzeas responded and reported the issue has been resolved.

1:35 p.m. A walk-in from South Street spoke with Officer Stephen Buckley about stolen property.

Officer Buckley took a report.

2:27 p.m. A caller requested to speak with an officer about her daughter’s Snapchat account being hacked. Officer Stephen Buckley assisted.

6:50 p.m. A caller reported seeing three male parties shove a female in a car on Main Street and drive away.

Officers Panagiotis Hontzeas and Moira McGaffigan responded and checked the area with a negative find.

October 16

4:36 a.m. Sergeant Matthew McNeil responded to a report of fallen wires on Ash Street. Eversource was contacted.

12:31 p.m. A Primrose Circle resident reported his wife dropped her cell phone in to the gas stove.

Officers John Corridan and Preston Mucciarone responded and assisted.

2:24 p.m. A caller reported a moving truck hit her vehicle on Greystone Lane. Officers John Corridan and Preston Mucciarone responded and a report will follow.

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Obituaries Robert J. Lavoie, 91

Robert J. Lavoie, 91, died Thursday, Oct. 11, 2018 at home surrounded by his family. He was the devoted husband of the late Jacquelyn (Irving) Lavoie, to whom he was married for 53 years. Born October 26, 1926 in Milford, he was the son of Andrew and Mary (Rogers) Lavoie.

Bob was a U.S. Marine veteran, proudly serving at 17 in World War II where he fought in the battle of Iwo Jima, and later the Korean War. After the war, he returned to Hopkinton where he met and married the love of his life and started his family.

Bob worked as a carpenter and was a member of the Local 475 Carpenters Union.

Bob was an acolyte at St. John the Evangelist Church and taught CCD and RCIA. One example of his deep faith is visible in the cross he built that stands outside the church today. He was deeply involved in a wide variety of community service activities in Hopkinton, among them coaching Pop Warner football, hosting an annual cookout for the Hopkinton Seniors and participating in the Fourth of July Horribles Parade.

While it is easy to list his many life achievements, Bob is best known for his kindness, wicked humor and gentlemanly demeanor. Everyone was always welcome at his home, where they would try to pick up the quarter nailed to his front step while he laughed. He could often be found in his screen house cheering on all the Boston teams or tending to his gardens.

He is survived by his five children; Andrea Burke and husband Paul, Adam and wife Stephanie, Robert Jr., Adrian and wife Mary Beth, and Sabrina Wiley and husband Jason. He also leaves behind 11 grandchildren.

The funeral was held from the Callanan Cronin Funeral Home, followed by a funeral Mass celebrated at St. John the Evangelist Church.

Burial with military honors followed in St. John’s Cemetery.

Donations may be made to the Semper Fi Fund, 825 College Blvd. Suite 102, PMB609, Oceanside, CA 92057; or the Pine Street Inn, 444 Harrison Avenue, Boston, MA 02118.

James “Ed” McFaul, 93

James “Ed” McFaul, 93, of Hopkinton, passed away Friday, Oct. 12, 2018.

Born in Cambridge, he was the son of the late Mary Louise (Rose) McFaul and James Francis McFaul. He was the husband of 37 years to the late Suzanne T. McFaul, who passed in 2003.

Ed held degrees from Boston College and Northeastern University.

He had worked for Raytheon, loved history and genealogy and traveled to all 50 states. Ed was a member of both the Ashland and Hopkinton Historical Societies. He enjoyed talking to strangers and was a member of St. John’s Church in Hopkinton. His family would like to offer special thanks to CareOne at Millbury and St. Vincent’s Hospital ICU.

He is survived by two children, Stephen McFaul and his wife, Moni of Millbury, and Denise Mossey and her husband, James of Grafton. He also leaves behind 5 grandchildren, Madeleine, Nicole, and Connor McFaul and Emily and Joseph Mossey. He is predeceased by two siblings, Herbert McFaul and Rosemary DeNicola.

Funeral services and burial at Evergreen Cemetery in Hopkinton, will be held privately with family.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Faith Community Church, 146 East Main St. Hopkinton, MA. 01748. Arrangements are under the care of the Chesmore Funeral Home of Hopkinton, www.ChesmoreFuneralHome.com

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