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HOPKINTON INDEPENDENT Vol. 20 | No. 6 | March 20, 2019
Hillers skate to second
Zoning up for debate
Underdog run ends at TD Garden By Jerry Spar Managing Editor
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he genesis for the Hopkinton High School hockey team’s historic run to the Division 3 state championship game at TD Garden on March 17 — which culminated in a 3-2 loss to Wachusett — took place on an island off the coast of Massachusetts on a mid-February weekend. “Our last two games of the [regular season], we played in the Martha’s Vineyard tournament the first weekend of vacation and the kids just really bonded down there,” coach Chris MacPherson said. “I felt like that really springboarded us into the [state] tournament. “We won that tournament down there, we beat two teams that are ranked higher than us — just like every other team we’ve faced since then. Once we won that, I said, we can make a run here. For an 11th seed to make that push, it’s just an incredible run for these kids.”
Hopkinton’s Kyle Rogers (12) pursues the puck as teammates Tommy Hamlet (19) and Sean Walsh (11) look on during the Hillers’ 3-2 loss to Wachusett in the Division 3 state championship game at TD Garden on March 17.
Hopkinton takes title as America’s Safest City By Jim Kleinkauf Contributing Writer
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ellie Chatten Kenney grew up in Hopkinton and now resides here with her own family. When she heard that Hopkinton was named America’s Safest City by a home safety review company called SafeWise, she was not surprised. The town may have changed a great deal since she was younger, but while the population has soared crime has remained low. “It just solidified that my mother made the right decision to move us here when we were kids,” she said.
During a recent after-school visit downtown to Hop-Yo, (from left) Jack Galanek, Lara McCann, April Galanek, Jack Provencher and Sean McCann worked on a Hopkinton Relay for Life fundraiser. The moms were pleased with Hopkinton’s designation as America’s Safest City.
or more than a decade, keeping up with the increasing growth in Hopkinton population has been a major concern for town government. While the recent increase in school population has been dramatic, it is only one example. Other services like the fire department also are beginning to feel the strain. Which is why Town Meeting voters this year may have the opportunity to try to limit that growth by amending the town zoning bylaws. Normally zoning amendments are generated by the Zoning Advisory Committee or the town Planning Board. However, this year Planning Board member Amy Ritterbusch has decided to subvert that process with two proposed zoning amendments generated by citizen petitions. Ritterbusch said the topic of zoning articles to shape growth was brought up at both Zoning Advisory Committee and Planning Board meetings this year, and she previously expressed her concern at the ZAC public hearing the fall. “Neither board seemed to have the will to move forward with any articles to shape growth for Town Meeting 2019. So I think a citizen’s petition was really the only way to bring the discussion forward this year,” Ritterbusch explained. “In talking to residents over the past two years, the topic of managing the town’s fast-paced growth is one of their top concerns, however, not everyone necessarily agrees on the best way to do that. Residents seem eager for public conversation about shaping growth, and I look forward Zoning | 11
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Baypath set to host Fur Ball Gala Baypath Humane Society executive director Elizabeth Jefferis, with her dog Pigeon, is hoping for another strong turnout at the organization’s annual Fur Ball Gala on March 30.
Hopkinton’s designation as America’s Safest City — as determined by a home safety review company called SafeWise — is something about which all residents can be proud. Whether or not you take this poll seriously, it’s nice to be called No. 1 in something positive. It’s certainly a better fate than Anniston, Alabama (pop. 22,205), which was named America’s Most Dangerous City by the same company. So, enjoy the title, Hopkinton, and continue to stay safe.
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even years ago, Baypath Humane Society executive director Elizabeth Jefferis was looking for a way to celebrate both the end of winter and her organization’s many accomplishments. Thus, the Fur Ball Gala was born. At first, Jefferis said she wasn’t sure how many people would show up “It was one of those things like, it’s late March in INDEPENDENT New England, let’s THOUGHTS just all get out of the house and celJERRY SPAR ebrate animals and fill the coffers so we can do that much more for the never-ending animals in need,” she said. “Our first one was at the Hopkinton Country Club. We just grew so quickly. So now we do it at the Sheraton in Framingham. Last year we had about 375 people. We’re
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a great time to celebrate our love for animals and ensure that we can do that much more and be in a position to respond to any needs in this community, beyond adoption. We’re able to help with a lot of medical cases and behavioral cases as well.” Returning as master of ceremonies is WCVB Channel 4 news anchor Doug Meehan. The party has a 007 Casino Royale spy theme, with guests encouraged to wear “their best secret agent suit or gown while bidding on silent and live auction items — with Meehan leading the charge as Baypath’s own James Bond.” “We are thrilled that Doug agreed to come back as this year’s master of ceremonies,” Fur Ball co-chair Kelly Lockwood Primus stated. “His love for animals and commitment to giving back to our community are just a couple of reasons we are so excited to have him back. He also happens to be one of the best auctioneers we’ve ever had, and that’s great news for our furry friends and the shelter’s mission.” Baypath has 18 kennel runs and can house about 25-30 cats as well, Jefferis said, noting that in the winter the dogs usually are placed in foster homes. “We are the animal control holding facility for the Town of Hopkinton,” she said. “We’ve also recently started working with Westboro and Grafton to also — on an as-needed basis — to house animals for them. … Any calls we’re getting to get an animal out from the cold, we’re taking.” The future of animal shelters is changing, as successful spay/neuter programs have helped cut way down on the number of strays. However, there are plenty of other ways for Baypath to help. “We look at Baypath like, how do we remain viable as things change, how do we continue to respond to the needs of the community,” Jefferis said. “What we’re seeing now is more behaviorally
challenged, more anxiety, reactivity on leash. We’re also seeing a lot of senior animals getting chances that they might not have gotten a few years back when there just wasn’t enough homes. A lot more medical issues. So we’re trying to evolve to deal with that, and to that end we’re working with a lot of local animal controls, because that will always be a need.” Come March 30, the organization’s staff, volunteers and supporters will be able to take some time to chat about those goals and celebrate the prior year’s achievements. “We’re obviously getting together a bunch of animal lovers in the room to celebrate the bond we have with our animals,” Jefferis said. “It’s a great night where we share — the board, the volunteers and the staff — with our supporters lots of great stories about animals in ways that events like these make an impact.”
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Bennett officially named deputy police chief Left: Police Chief Edward Lee (left) recommends to the Board of Selectmen the promotion of Lt. Joseph Bennett (right) to the newly created position of deputy police chief.
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electmen this month unanimously voted to appoint 25-year veteran Hopkinton Police Lt. Joseph Bennett to the newly created position of deputy police chief. Police Chief Edward Lee formally recommended promoting Bennett to the new position at the town Board of Selectmen meeting on March 5. “Lt. Bennett is a dedicated professional with proven leadership in interpersonal and communication skills,” Lee said. “He continues to bring creative ideas to fruition through teamwork and results based on leadership.” Lee explained that Bennett already is second in command at the Hopkinton Police Department, overseeing the budget, records and professional standards including internal affairs and training. Bennett also serves as the department’s grant administrator, securing more than $1 million in grant funds for equipment, training, overtime and hiring, Lee told selectmen, noting that Bennett was able to use federal funding to create the School Resource Officer program and hire two officers for it. Lee listed a long list of achievements by Bennett during his 25 years on the force, including creating and implementing the recent consolida-
Lt. Bennett is a dedicated professional with proven leadership in interpersonal and communication skills. He continues to bring creative ideas to fruition through teamwork and results based on leadership. Police Chief Edward Lee tion of the public safety dispatch system. Bennett also is a member of the Boston Marathon executive planning team. “He is primarily responsible for the security plan and deployment of internal and external resources,” Lee said. “This collaboration brings over 900 officers from over 60 agencies, including seven states and seven
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ship and commitment that my chiefs have shown, including Chief Lee.” Bennett also thanked his wife, Wendy, for the extra work she put in during the years he worked the night shift. Selectman and longtime resident Brendan Tedstone had high praise for the new deputy chief. “You have been a shining star in this town since 1993. I know because I’ve been in this town since 1993 and before that,” Tedstone said. “We as a community are lucky to have someone of your caliber on the police force. “I look in the audience and I see a lot of the guys on the force that I’ve known since they got on, some before that. They’re all better police officers because of your tutelage, your patience and your leadership.”
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The Aaron and Lucy Claflin house at 76 Main St. faces an uncertain future, as the property owner has sought a demolition permit. By Michelle Murdock Contributing Writer
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oining forces in an effort to protect the Aaron and Lucy Claflin house in downtown Hopkinton, the Hopkinton Historical Commission and the Hopkinton Historic District Commission are pursuing the creation of a single-property historic district for the property located at 76 Main St. According to the Hopkinton Historic District Commission’s website page, historic districts in Massachusetts have three major purposes, as stated in Ch. 40C of Massachusetts General Law: To preserve and protect the distinctive characteristics of buildings and places significant to the history of the Commonwealth and its cities and towns; To maintain and improve the settings of those buildings and places; To encourage new designs compatible with existing buildings in the district. A preliminary study report of the house at 76 Main St. was prepared by a historic preservation consultant and submitted to the Massachusetts Historical Commission and the Hopkinton Planning Board on March 1. In that report, Historic Preservation Consultant Jennifer Doherty wrote: “The house is one of the few remaining early buildings at Hopkinton Center, and retains a high degree of integrity. The house is part of a cluster of historic buildings that has previously been recommended for local historic district designation.” The report also states that it is important to note that the research on the building was completed without any interior investigation and that past documentation work identified the date of construction as late 18th century. “However, its present exterior appearance dates it to the early 19th century,” wrote Doherty. “This is not to say that there is not an earlier portion of a building within the current house, or that an 18th-century house was updated so heavily in the early 19th century that all earlier periods
of finish have been removed. With no access to the interior, though, it is difficult to provide a more precise date than the late 18th century or early 19th century.” The effort to provide a greater level of protection for the property was triggered when the owner of the property, Paul Mastroianni, sought a demolition permit last December. According to the town’s online property assessment database, 76 Main St. was purchased by Mastroianni on May 31, 2018, for $783,000. Due to the age of the building, the demolition permit has to go through the Hopkinton Historical Commission, which then issued a six-month demolition delay that will expire on July 4. The Hopkinton Historic District Commission, which oversees the existing Hopkinton Center Historic District a half-mile east of the subject property, is seeking to establish the Aaron and Lucy Claflin House Historic District before the demolition delay expires. According to a press release from the Historic District Commission, public feedback is integral to the process and is being sought at two public hearings. A public hearing on the preliminary study report is scheduled for March 20 at 7 p.m. at Town Hall and a second public hearing to gather feedback on a final study report will follow on May 1 at 7 p.m. A two-thirds majority vote at the annual Town Meeting in May is required to create the district. Feedback may be given in person at either meeting, via email to hdcchair@hopkintonma.gov, or via mail to Historic District Commission, 18 Main St., Hopkinton, MA 01748. To view the preliminary study report online, visit the town website at www.hopkintonma.gov. At a meeting on March 12, the Hopkinton Chamber of Commerce voted not to support the creation of the single-property historic district. According to Nick Slottje, a Hopkinton resident, business owner, member of the chamber’s board of directors and chairman of the chamber’s eco-
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iscussion and review of the Fiscal Year 2020 budget continued at the March 5 Board of Selectmen’s meeting, with Town Manager Norman Khumalo bringing the board up to date with changes made since the original budget presentation to the board on Jan. 29. “In the weeks since then, I have listened carefully to the board’s feedback on the proposed FY20 budget,” Khumalo said. “I have heard loud and clear the board’s message regarding maintaining a modest tax impact increase.” He specifically mentioned Brian Herr’s request for a tax impact net of new growth no greater than 2.5 percent, but after listing recommended reductions that goal was not met. Reasons cited included an unexpected increase for Keefe Tech, due to a rise in enrollment, of $142,000, up from an original estimate of $16,000. “I know that Mr. Herr has emphasized that we not touch the excess levy,” said Khumalo, “but given the news from Keefe Tech and the adjustments that we have already made, it is almost impossible not to touch the excess levy.” The end result left a tax impact of 2.92 percent, a number that chief financial officer Tim O’Leary pointed out was an average, with differences dependent upon assessed home values. Claire Wright was quick to point out that in addition to home values, how much money the town spends is a critical part of the equation. Board of Assessors Chair Mary Jo Lafreniere, also present at the meeting, said that usually when assessments go up, the rate will go down, but the rate is set by the amount of money that is spent at Town Meeting. “To think that we are going to spend the same year to year, without reducing services, is difficult math,” said O’Leary.
Discussion by the board followed, with Brendan Tedstone saying he was concerned about seniors. “But we’re here now to spend less. … We’re going to have to be a little more creative to get to that 2.5 percent,” he said. Asked by the board what that would mean in terms of dollars, town staff calculated an additional budget cut of $287,000 would be required to hit the 2.5 percent tax impact, but where to make those cuts was not clear. Hoping to move the budget process along and stick with the scheduled guidelines and dates established last September, Khumalo suggested that the board approve the recommended budget as presented, allowing the Appropriation Committee to begin its review with the understanding that he would continue to work with the schools and town departments. When asked by Irfan Nasrullah if the board would have a second bite of the apple, Khumalo said yes. A motion was made by Coutinho to move the budget to the Appropriation Committee with the caveat that the 2.92 percent would be worked down to 2.5 percent as much as possible, but Tedstone felt that was too broad. Discussion continued, but with the hour getting late, Wright said it was time to make a decision. The motion was amended to forward the budget as is with a goal of reducing to 2.5 percent. The motion passed 3-1 with Tedstone voting no and Herr not present. A second motion was made by Tedstone to direct staff to prepare a report on the possibility of an underride to be presented at the next Board of Selectmen’s meeting. The motion was passed unanimously with a 4-0 vote. If passed, an underride would decrease the amount of excess levy capacity, making it unable to be used to fund the FY20 budget. The Board of Selectmen had another meeting scheduled on March 19.
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nomic development council, the motion passed overwhelmingly, as well as a motion to oppose the extension of the demolition holding period. “It is my feeling that this sets a very dangerous precedent in Hopkinton, one that borders on infringing on owners’ property rights,” Slottje said. “How do we ensure that these single-structure designations are being viewed objectively?” He went on to say that the economic development council has been
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very concerned about the significant tax imbalance with respect to residential vs. commercial revenue and has been “fighting tooth and nail to bring more businesses to town. “At a time when it is so critical to create commercial and business tax revenue, that has no further impact to our overcrowded schools, this simply adds more red tape and creates an even larger sense that Hopkinton is not business-friendly,” Slottje said. Property owner Paul Mastroianni could not be reached for comment.
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Senior Snippets All activities unless otherwise noted are at the Hopkinton Senior Center, 28 Mayhew St. The Senior Center is open Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Wednesday from 8:30 a.m.-7 p.m., and Friday from 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Call 508-497-9730 for more information or to register for a program. For a more extensive listing of programs check Ourseniorcenter.com/find/Hopkinton-council-on-aging or www.hopkintonseniorcenter.com.
Caregiver Support Group
Thursday, March 21, 10:30 a.m. The Caregiver Support Group meets the third Thursday of the month from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Registration is recommended. If you have any questions or you need care for your loved one while you attend the group, contact the Outreach Department at 508-497-9730.
The Vintage Quilter’s Trunk Show
Thursday, March 28, 9:30 a.m. The Vintage Quilters will host a beautiful quilt trunk show and discussion. Maureen Bird, from Holliston, will present her talk, “I joined a guild, and look what they made me
do.” Maureen is an award-winning quilter, instructor and designer.
Meditation
Friday, March 29, noon The Senior Center is excited to welcome back Jeanne Friswell to lead this meditation class, which blends seated mindfulness meditation and standing qigong. This class is offered every other Friday and replaces the weekly meditation class. The cost is $3 per class; pay by the month.
Baseball ‘Pitcher & Hitter’
Thursday, April 4, 12:30 p.m. Professor Jeff Skillings of Dean College will make a presentation on the uniquely American form of
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Our Time Memory Café at the Hopkinton Public Library
Tuesday, April 9, 1-3 p.m. Our Time Memory Café, which meets every second Tuesday of the month, is a welcoming gathering for those experiencing forgetfulness, mild cognitive impairment or living with dementia, and their care partner, family and friends. The monthly events are free, offering conversation and refreshments in a relaxing atmosphere. A care partner must accompany anyone who requires assistance. Registration is requested but not required. For more information, call 508-497-0108 or email info@ ourtimememorycafe.org. Our Time Memory Café is a joint venture between the Hopkinton Senior Center and the Hopkinton Library.
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“My sister, both my brothers and I have all either stayed in Hopkinton or moved back to raise our kids here. “Hopkinton is a wonderful and safe community with a phenomenal school system. I feel the town is just as safe now as it was when I was a child. I let my children go to events in town and walk to the center of town on early release days and feel like they are completely safe.” According to the company’s website, SafeWise used the most recent FBI crime report statistics and census population data, then based the evaluations on the number of reported violent crimes (aggravated assault, murder, rape and robbery) as compared to the population of each town. To break ties, SafeWise factored in the number of property crimes (burglary, arson, larceny/theft and motor vehicle theft). Those factors determine the ranking of the top 100 communities. “We have been producing the annual report for five years now,” SafeWise in-house senior security and safety expert Rebecca Edwards told the Independent. “In last year’s report, Hopkinton was ranked at 73 out of the 100 safest towns. The year before that it was at 15. But this year we raised our population threshold and added an extra layer of data.” The top three communities — Hopkinton and the Connecticut towns of Ridgefield and Madison — reported no violent crimes in 2017, and each has a median income of well over $100,000 (Hopkinton’s is $151,357). A number of other Massachusetts towns — Norton (6), Shrewsbury (11), Northborough (45), Franklin (75), Needham (82) and Reading (95) also made the top 100 list.
drama found in Baseball. Throughout baseball’s storied history, this drama has been found in the classic duel between pitcher and hitter. It is within this space of 60 feet, 6 inches that every play in baseball begins. Professor Skillings will use this confrontation as the central focus within his story of America as seen through the national pastime.
This one-hour program involves watching a 20-minute thought-provoking video, followed by a discussion of the ideas.
Barre Above
Mondays, 2:45-3:30 p.m. Barre Above is a fusion of classic ballet, Pilates, yoga, strength training and trendy dance all in one workout. Participants don’t need to worry about having any dance experience in order to take a Barre Above class, because Barre Above instructors teach with the intent of progression with safer approach Rebecca Tredeau, who teaches the Senior Center’s Zumba gold and tap dance class will be the instructor. First class is free; $3 a class paid monthly.
Pound Class
Wednesdays, 5 p.m. Instructor Rebecca Tredeau leads the world’s first-class jam session inspired by the infectious, energizing and sweat-dripping playing of the drums. Designed for all fitness levels and any age. Pound sticks available for 25 people, and some yoga mats will be available. Class size limited. Seniors 55-plus take precedence. Sign up in advance. $3 a class paid monthly. No child care services are provided.
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Hopkinton Police Chief Edward Lee attributes the town’s high level of safety to a collaboration between his department and other sectors of the town, including schools. “We now have three school resource officers and a comprehensive drug education program.” Lee said. “We also have a solid community A Heritage Properties Community for Active Adults policing initiative and a great detective division. And we look forward to continue our collaboration with our community partners that constantly strive to provide services, educate the public and prevent crime.” Selectman and longtime resident Sales Office Open Every Sunday 11:30AM - 1:30PM Brendan Tedstone agreed that the rankOffice Located Near Corner of Legacy Farms Road North & Wilson Street ing is representative of a team effort. “The honor bestowed upon us is a tribute to not only the tireless work of our police and fire departments who ensure the safety of our town but also to our educators who work hard to instill Call Phil Ottaviani 774.245.1055 or Karen Belniak 508.648.0195 positive core values in our youth,” he said. “This is just another honor that makes Hopkinton the greatest place to live and raise a family.” (Managing editor Jerry Spar contributed to this report.) “The Big Picture in a Small Town”
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Milford Regional welcomes physician to thoracic surgery practice
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ilford Regional recently welcomed Matthew Rochefort, M.D., to the Brigham and Women’s thoracic surgery practice that is located on the second floor of the Hill Health Center at Milford Regional Medical Center. He is joining Brian Whang, M.D., and physician assistant Chris LeSiege who has been a part of this practice since its inception. Since 2002, Milford Regional has collaborated with Brigham and Women’s Hospital to provide world class thoracic surgery on the Milford campus. The strength of this program is demonstrated by the expertise and skill of this thoracic team. Dr. Whang graduated from the State University of New York, Downstate College of Medicine in 2001, and did residencies in general surgery at New York Medical College and Westchester Medical Center, and in cardiothoracic surgery at Yale University School of Medicine, Yale-New Haven Hospital. Board-certified in thoracic surgery, he has been with Brigham and Women’s Hospital and taught surgery at Harvard Medical School since 2013. Dr. Rochefort graduated from the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine in 2009 and did a residency in general surgery and a research residency in surgical oncology at the University of California Los Angeles, David Geffen School of Medicine, as well as a residency in thoracic surgery at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. He is board certified in surgery and is an instructor in thoracic surgery at Harvard Medical School. LeSiege has supported thoracic and general surgery at Milford Regional since 2002. He received his master’s degree in medical science and physician assistant certificate from the Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta. In 2009 he worked with Brigham
The Milford Regional thoracic surgery team includes (from left) Dr. Matthew Rochefort, Dr. Brian Whang and physician assistant Chris LeSiege.
and Women to develop the physician assistant program at the outpatient surgery center at Patriot Place before returning to Milford in 2010. The team treats a variety of conditions, including lung and esophageal cancer, infectious problems, swallowing problems, stomach and esophagus issues, lung collapses and hiatal hernias. They offer innovative and minimally invasive surgical treatments as well as traditional surgical procedures. Depending on the diagnosis, other treatments might include radiation, chemotherapy, ablation therapy, freezing, immunotherapy or watchful waiting. “We are very pleased to welcome Dr. Matthew Rochefort to our medical staff,” president and CEO Edward J. Kelly said. “We are excited to offer such a high level of thoracic surgery expertise close to home with the Brigham and Women’s thoracic team.”
Hopkinton eyes sister city in Cyprus
If finalized, the relationship with Limassol will be Hopkinton’s second sister city relationship, joining Marathon, Greece, established in 2006. And it is the reelectmen at their March 5 meeting unanimously lationship with Marathon, and Hopkinton’s connection to voted to send a letter to the Mayor of Limassol, a city Stylianos Kyriakides, that is now leading to a relationship in Cyprus, to start a discussion regarding the creation with Limassol. In 2006, through efforts by the 26.2 Foundation, of a sister city relationship between the communities. To be delivered in person by 26.2 Foundation ex- a statue of Kyriakides, the winner of the 1946 Boston ecutive director Tim Kilduff at the end of the month, Marathon, was unveiled at the mile mark of the Boston the letter of introduction will show the board’s support Marathon route. The statue is the work of sculptor Mico Kaufman, and the 26.2 Foundation is its official recipifor the sister city relationship. ent and caretaker. “Because of the connection with Kyriakides, we’ve been invited to Limassol to participate in activities around the Limassol Marathon and also to participate in a conference that’s really going to focus on his life,” Kilduff said. “The mayor of Limassol is interested in a Bring your dry-cleaning sister city relationship with Hopkinton.” Kilduff went on to explain that typically when the and laundry to us topic of a sister city relationship comes up, everyone immediately thinks about Boston. “But we’re pretty aggressive in advancing the idea that it really does all start here,” he said. During his time in Limassol, Kilduff assured the board that in addition to discussing Kyriakides, time will be spent talking about Hopkinton and how it fits into the global marathon community. “Our footprint is continuing to expand. This will be one more leg in terms of that expansion,” Kilduff said. The one and only True Dry Cleaner in Hopkinton Comments from the board were supportive of the • Dry Cleaning • Shirt Laundry initiative, with John Coutinho thanking Kilduff for his • Wet Cleaning • Over 30 years experience work on expanding Hopkinton’s marathon footprint. • Tailoring & Alterations • All work done on premises An odorless, non-toxic, “When people think of the Boston Marathon, I want • Eco-Friendly Cleaning process them to think of Hopkinton,” Coutinho said. He also said biodegradable the effort tied in nicely with the town’s vision statement, Quality & Service Always Come First #1IfDry Cleaner Readers Choice Awardsand – 2001 2018 which describes Hopkinton as a healthy, vibrant, wellyou care –about your clothes thetoenvironment educated community. come to Hiller's – a true dry cleaners. 63 Main Street, Hopkinton Irfan Nasrullah agreed and said that supporting some508.435.3880 • Next to CVS one with a strong purpose and idea was easy. • Dry 2nd Cleaning location: 3 Main St., Southborough• Shirt Laundry “That’s the tenacity that you have and I am proud to www.HillersCleaners.com • Wet Cleaning • Over 30 years experience support you in this endeavor,” he said. • Tailoring & Alterations • All work done on premises “The Big Picture in a Small Town” By Michelle Murdock Contributing Writer
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Milford Regional seeks candidates for advisory council
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ilford Regional Medical Center is seeking community members from its 19-town service area to serve on the hospital’s Patient and Family Advisory Council (PFAC). Now in its ninth year of operation, the PFAC is dedicated to promoting a partnership between the patients, families and working professionals affiliated with MRMC to promote and foster patientcentered care. The PFAC at Milford Regional, which meets monthly, includes staff from the hospital’s administration and departments, and former patients or those who have had family members receive care at the hospital. Community members must reside within Milford Regional’s service area, which comprises the following towns: Milford, Hopedale, Mendon, Blackstone, Medway, Uxbridge, Northbridge, Whitinsville, Bellingham, Franklin, Douglas, Grafton, Upton, Hopkinton, Holliston, Millis, Medfield, Wrentham and Millville. Members commit to a two-year term and have the opportunity to participate on various committees, task forces and advisory boards. Those interested in becoming a member of Milford Regional’s Patient Family Advisory Council must complete and submit an application form by March 26. For more information on the PFAC at Milford Regional and/or to obtain an application, go to the website at www.milfordregional. org and click on “About MRMC” (in the upper right corner), then click on PFAC. You also can contact Michelle Barry by phone at (508) 422-2648 or email at michbarry@milreg.org. In related news, Milford Regional recently announced that its FY 2018 Annual Report is available online at milfordregional.org. The report highlights the healthcare system’s accomplishments, including the addition of the most advanced diagnostic and surgical equipment, awards and distinctions for surgical programs and treatments, and new physicians added to the medical staff. MRMC also announced that it will hold an on-site hiring event on March 28 from 2-6 p.m. in the physicians conference center off the main lobby. For more information, go to jobs.milfordregional.org.
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to a good discussion on these topics at Town Meeting. The zoning bylaw changes may or may not pass, but at least people will have a chance to speak for or against them, or even to suggest amendments.” One amendment would impose a “One-Year Growth Restriction, as follows: “The purpose of this section is to implement a reasonable and temporary cap, until July 1, 2020, on construction of new dwelling units in the Town.” Specific details of the restrictions include the following. “A. A town-wide total of not more than twelve (12) building permits for new dwelling units shall be authorized by the Town during the period that this Section is in effect. “B. General Applicants. Not more than two (2) dwelling units shall be authorized via a Building Permit(s) for any one applicant during the period that this Section is in effect. Pass any vote or take any action relative thereto.” Ritterbusch’s other petition-generated amendment entitled “Subdivision, Garden Apartments, and Village Housing Phasing” would impose a three-year moratorium on larger developments and requires, among other restrictions: “No more than 10 building permits for the construction of new residential dwelling units which are situated within any subdivision, Garden Apartment development or Village Housing
development as referred to above or which obtain their legal frontage on streets shown on any of the subdivision plans as defined above, shall be issued in any twelve-month period.” Both of these proposed amendments will be discussed at the Planning Board public hearing on March 25. Planning Board Chair Muriel Kramer said she hopes that a public discussion of the proposals among Planning Board members and members of the public will generate a better
understanding of how to move forward on the subject of town growth. Also joining that discussion will be members of the Hopkinton Chamber of Commerce, some of whom have already expressed a more skeptical view of the proposals to restrict growth. “Such an all-encompassing issue for our town should go through the normal planning process to understand the true repercussions and impact to Hopkinton,” said Nick Slottje, who is the Chamber of Commerce’s
economic development council chairman, as well as a resident. “The concept of limiting growth needs to be vetted before voters can be asked to have an educated opinion on these articles at Town Meeting. “From an economic standpoint I am concerned that there is not enough attention being paid to the fact that responsible and prudent growth in the right areas of town has allowed for tremendous upgrades to our schools and infrastructure.”
Despite court order, solar permit still in limbo By Jim Kleinkauf Contributing Writer
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contentious March 11 Planning Board hearing on a proposal to install a solar array off Wilson Street ended with no agreement among the participants on what the law requires with regard to permitting solar facilities. The hearing, which was continued to March 25, is being held to reconsider the previously denied application by TJA Clean Energy, as proscribed by an order of remand from the state Land Court Trial Court at the request of both the town and TJA. On Oct. 18, after a four-month series of public hearings, the Planning Board voted to deny a Commercial Solar Photovoltaic Special Permit Ap-
plication by TJA Clean Energy to build a facility on 34 acres off Wilson Street. On Dec. 4, the applicant filed an appeal to that decision in state Land Court. “This has been agreed upon — a ‘mulligan’ so-to-speak — in lieu of a costly court process. We hope it will produce a resolution quickly,” Selectmen Chair Claire Wright said previously. A major bone of contention at the recent hearing was about the 75-foot buffer zone that town bylaw requires in a residential zone. The applicant is requesting a waiver from the Planning Board that would reduce the buffer in certain areas around the facility due to topography with respect to the residence at 15 Wilson St.
The idea of granting such a waiver received consistent pushback from two board members, David Paul and Gary Trendel, both of whom were among the five members who voted against approving the project last year. The applicant’s attorney, Joseph Pacella, implied the board was not adhering to state law and the state attorney general’s rulings with regard to solar facilities. “It is our position that under [state statute] 48, section 3, solar cannot be unreasonably restricted,” Pacella said. “And by requiring us to have something that cannot be financially done would unreasonably restrict solar.” Furthermore, the permit previously had been denied despite advice the Planning Board received in advance from town counsel.
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un. Stimulation. Skill building. You can count on this and so much more with any of the innovative programming available this summer sponsored by Hopkinton Parks and Recreation. New this summer: extended hours (8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.) for Playground Groups, additional STEM-based activities to encourage and develop your child’s foundation of learning and growth, and a special treat for adults — cricket match play, which is becoming widely popular. “We’ve got new, extended hours and lots of different programming this summer,” Parks and Rec director Jay Guelfi said. “Don’t miss out!”
Little Hillers, ages 5-7, can, of course, always join the Playground Groups at Center School for fun-filled weeks of arts and crafts, sports activities, games and a weekly visit from a variety of outside entertainers such as Animal Adventures, the High-Flying Frisbee Dogs, magicians, Top Secret Science and more. Each week ends with a pizza and popsicle party. Junior Hillers, ages 8- 12, meet at Elmwood School for a week of Olympic events, field trips to Sandy Beach, Water Wizz amusement park and more. These popular sessions end with an Olympic-style ceremony, pizza and popsicles. Sign up your active youngsters for tennis lessons to improve handParks & Rec | 13
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xperience the Hopkinton Center for the Arts this summer and it will touch your heart and soul, delight your senses, inspire your creative side and encourage you to broaden your horizons. Art. Theater. Music. Dance. Ceramics for all ages. The HCA is an amazing community resource, especially for young people looking for engaging activities during summer days and families wanting to take advantage of evening concerts in the amphitheater, performances by Enter Stage Left (the resident performance troupe) and ongoing professional art installations like the Arts in Bloom show. “We offer a really great variety of classes, music and theater — either low cost or free — for all to enjoy. Come explore the center this summer,” said HCA co-director Kris Waldman.
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eye coordination and develop skill sets in all the basic moves (forehand, backhand, overhead and serves), choose the co-ed Frozen Ropes baseball program with full-time professional instructors to improve game skills or try the ultimate Frisbee league, a great option for youth who want to be part of a team, learn new skills and have fun. Young athletes looking to improve skills will benefit from any of the sports clinics – boys or girls basketball, lacrosse, field hockey, football and track and field. The children’s social skills workshops provide youngsters opportunities to feel self-reliant and confident in any social situation by training through interactive lessons taught by a certified etiquette consultant. Cooking classes. Hands-on science classes. Pediatric CPR and first aid. There are so many options for personal growth, fun and learning. To register or find out more, visit hopkintonrec.org for details, call program coordinators Colleen or Jenny at 508-497-9750, or stop by the office at 85 Main St. weekdays between 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make this the ultimate summer of fun for your family!
Taught by experienced artist-instructors, classes are tailored for beginning through advanced students in the visual and performing arts. Classes include the fine arts, acting and theater, movie-making and ceramics. The titles alone are captivating: The first session of Art Adventures for Kids, for example, is entitled “Slime, Sparkles and Spatter;” Summer Theater: Show In A Week; Movie Making Madness; Fine Arts Academy; Fairytale Ballerina Workshop and more! The newest addition — The Complete Artist — exposes young people to visual art, theatre and ceramics, Children 2.9 years and older all in one class offering. Each session with its own theme Fridays offer celebration surprises such as an ice cream truck dropping by (that’s fun for all ages)! Take a stroll and enjoy the three spectacular gardens — the Healing Garden (a tribute to artist and teacher Nancy Barton), the Fairy Tale Garden (kids love this one) and the Shakespeare Garden, designed to resemble the Bard’s native countryside with seasonal flowers and plantings mentioned in Shakespeare’s poems and plays (you’ll feel like you’re in Central Park).
Relax for an evening with family and friends and enjoy the June 14 summer concert or the Saturday Sunset Jazz Series. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets and a picnic dinner. (Dogs are welcome, too.) In August, the Ground Box wTheater Company performs a Shakespearean work in the spectacular amphitheater on the HCA grounds. Visit hopartscenter.org for details or contact the HCA weekdays from 9 a.m. until 8 p.m. and Saturdays 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. at 508-435-9222. Whatever your interest, join us at the Hopkinton Center for the Arts this summer and throughout the year.
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HHS Art Department Honors Exhibition
The Hopkinton High School Art Department Honors Exhibition runs from March 21-April 4 at the Hopkinton Center for the Arts, 98 Hayden Rowe St. A public reception will be held on the opening night, March 21, from 6-7 p.m. Artists include Stephanie Kapelos, Linnea PappasByers, Maddie Mezitt, Ivy Missaggia, Selia Potas and Patrick Webb.
Hopkinton Boosters Club fundraiser March 23
The Hopkinton Boosters Club annual fundraiser will be held Saturday, March 23, at the Hopkinton Country Club. In addition to March Madness games on the TV, there will be dancing, a DJ, a silent auction, raffles, food, fun and more. The cost is $90 per person or $175 per couple until March 15. For more information, visit hopkintonboosters.com/ fundraiser.
Creative Circles Small Works Show
Artists of all ages and the general public are invited to attend the Creative Circles Art for All Small Works Show, a free event hosted by the Hopkinton Center for the Arts from March 26 until May 9. Artists are invited to submit one two-dimensional artwork no larger than 14 inches in any direction and wired for hanging. Drop-off is March 22 from 3-6 p.m. and March 23 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. On Thursday, March 28, there will be a program reception from 6:308:30 p.m. For more information, visit www.creativecirclesart.com/ schedule.
Baypath Fur Ball Gala March 30
WCVB Channel 5 anchor Doug Meehan will return to host the annual Fur Ball Gala to benefit the Baypath Humane Society of Hopkinton. The event, featuring a 007 Casino Royale spy theme, will be be held Saturday, March 30, at the Sheraton in Framingham. Proceeds help the shelter find homes for cats and dogs. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit https://www.baypathhumane.org/ furball/2019.
Library Corner Teen Interactive Movie ‘The Princess Bride’
Friday, March 22 (early release day), 1-3:30 p.m. For Grades 6-12 only, requires online signup, limited to 45 participants. A special screening of “The Princess Bride” with active audience participation. Snacks, props and prizes provided.
Making Civility Great Again
Saturday, March 23, 2 p.m. Kim Kerrigan and Steven Wells, authors of “Making Civility Great Again: Improving Face to Face Communication in the Age of Chaos,” provide the basic — and not so basic — information you need to enhance all of your communication with people you know and with strangers you meet.
Hopkinton 101
Saturday, March 30, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. This community fair-style event will feature various Town of Hopkinton departments, boards and committees, as well as local nonprofits. New and longtime residents can learn more about the services and resources available to them and take the opportunity to socialize with
each other and with the people and groups who serve them.
Fine-free Wednesday
March 27 All fines on Hopkinton items returned on this day will be fine-free. This does not apply to any existing fines.
YA Books for Adults (and 11th- and 12th-graders) Book Group
Monday, April 1, 6:45 p.m. The group will be discussing “A Very Large Expanse of Sea” by Tahereh Mafi, about a MuslimAmerican teen in the year after the events of 9/11. New members always welcome. Sign up online.
Turtles of New England, with Mass. Audubon
Saturday, April 6, 2 p.m. Learn about our local turtles, from tiny musk turtles to our huge seasonal sea turtle visitors. Find out what different turtle shells feel like and learn about the amazing adaptations of these reptiles that allow them to survive their habitats and learn how you can help our most endangered turtles.
‘Know your vote’ The Hopkinton Moms Group and eHop co-sponsored an event on March 6 at The Chef’s Kitchen on Main called “Getting to Know Your Vote” for members of the Moms Group. The evening featured presentations by eHop’s Nanda Barker-Hook, Town Clerk Connor B. Degan and Parks and Recreation Director Jay Guelfi. Pictured are members of the Hopkinton Moms Group board along with featured guests. For more information on the Hopkinton Moms Group and eHop, visit HopkintonMomsGroup.org and eHop.org.
MRMC Spring Fashion Show April 4
The auxiliary members at Milford Regional Medical Center will host their Spring Fashion Show at the Crystal Room (49 Cedar St., Milford) on April 4, starting at 6 p.m. Clothing is provided by Katalina’s Boutique. There will be a full-course Italian dinner and a 50/50 raffle. All proceeds benefit the MRMC. Tickets are $50 and can be purchased from any auxiliary member or at Katalina’s Boutique in Northbridge as well as Newport, Rhode Island. For more information, call 508-422-2099.
Puppy socialization talk April 6
Baypath Humane Society golf tourney June 14
The sixth annual Fore Paws Golf Tournament to benefit the Baypath Humane Society of Hopkinton will be held June 14 at Cyprian Keyes Golf Club. Proceeds will support the shelter’s Lilly & Orchid Extraordinary Medical Fund, which ensures that animals in need of life-saving treatment or ongoing support for chronic illness get the care they need. Following the tournament, there will be a dinner, awards ceremony, and live and silent auctions. Tickets are $150 per person. Sponsorship packages also are available. For more information, visit www.baypathhumane.org/Fore_Paws_2019.
Baypath Humane Society of Hopkinton will host a free talk, “The Incredible Benefits of Puppy Socialization,” led by certified canine behavior counselor and trainer Kim Melanson, CPDT-KA, on Saturday, April 6, from 10:30 a.m.-noon at the Hopkinton Public Library. For more information and/or to reserve a spot, email humaneeducation@baypathhumane.org.
Sharon Timlin Event June 15
Education Cooperative summer internships
Against the Tide fundraiser June 15
Rising junior and senior high school students interested in applying for an unpaid internship at a local business or organization — 60 hours, typically over four weeks — can apply from now until April 15. TEC also is looking for businesses and organizations interested in hosting an intern. For more information, visit www.teccoop.org or email interim program coordinator Yolando Burnett at yburnett@tec-coop.org.
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Registration is open for the annual Sharon Timlin Memorial Event, which will be held Saturday, June 15, at Hopkinton High School. Activities include a 5K run/walk, a color run and a family fun day with the Red Sox mobile show, balloon wizard, raffles, face painting, arts and crafts and more. For more information, visit sharontimlinrace.org.
The annual Against the Tide fundraiser for the Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition will be held June 15 at Hopkinton State Park. The event offers participants of all ages the choice of up to four of the following components: competitive and recreational swims, recreational kayak, paddle board, fitness walk and USA Track & Field certified 5K/10K runs. Participants can register as an individual or as part of a team. For more information, visit www.mbcc. org/swim or call 800-649-6222.
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Schools HMS RoboHillers headed back to World Championship Team wins trio of trophies at regional competition Hopkinton RoboHillers team 1715C (Hopkinton Cool Cats) is heading to next month’s VEX IQ World Championship in Kentucky after winning the STEM Research Project Award, the Robot Skills Champion Award and the Teamwork Champion Award at the New England Regional Championship on March 9. Shown are (from left) Dylan Striek, Disha Mudenur, Rylee Blair, Shrija Kumar, Surina Tripathi, Samuel Porter, Hansika Pitchuka and Chris Burton. Team member Jacob Dold is not pictured.
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he Hopkinton Middle School RoboHillers will be heading back to the Bluegrass State for the fourth year in a row after one of their robotics teams qualified for the VEX IQ World Championship. RoboHillers team 1715C (Hopkinton Cool Cats) clinched the spot to head to the World Championship during the Southern New England Regional Championship on March 9 at Quinsigamond Community College in Worcester by winning the STEM Research Project Award, the Robot Skills Champion Award and the Teamwork Champion Award. “It was amazing that they accomplished all of that at the regionals,” said Pat Allen, the robotics coach for Hopkinton Middle School. “I was so impressed by their STEM project. They blew me away, and they clearly blew the judges away, too.” The RoboHillers are an afterschool activity for students interested in robotics and STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) subjects. Students design, build and program robots to compete in matches against other robotics team throughout the state. The RoboHillers have been working on building their bots since August, and they currently have close to 60 students in Grades 6-8 participating on seven different teams. “Five of our teams made it into the top 10 finals match [during the New England Regional],” said Allen, who commended the students for their hard work over the past seven months. “Our teams 1715B and 1715D were paired together in the finals and tied for second place.” Team 1715C, made up of HMS students Dylan Striek, Disha Mudenur, Rylee Blair, Shrija Kumar, Surina Tripathi, Samuel Porter, Hansika
Pitchuka, Chris Burton and Jacob Dold, will be heading to Kentucky for the VEX IQ World Competition from April 28-31. There they will compete against other robotics teams from around the globe and present their STEM project, “A Solution for Summer Drought in Cold Climates,” a hypothesis that building a large enough snow structure in the winter could conserve water that could be used during summer months in drought-plagued areas. This is the fourth year that Hopkinton has had a robotics program at the middle school. In addition to serving as a feeder program for high school robotics, it has become more and more popular every year. “As robotics become more ingrained in curriculum and students go to these events and see how exciting they can be and start to see how it can be their ‘sport,’ it will continue to grow,” Allen said. And in the four years that she has coached, Allen has seen middle school robotics blossoming in the state of Massachusetts. “This is the first year in a while
Hopkinton launches project portal on website
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n conjunction with Sunshine Week — a national initiative created by the American Society of News Editors aimed at educating the public about the importance of open government — Hopkinton launched a new project portal on the town website. The portal is designed to increase overall awareness of town projects, simply access to the information, and engage with the community by providing space to submit questions or comments. “We are thrilled to expand our partnership with ClearGov and become the first municipality in Massachusetts to launch a Project Portal on the ClearGov platform,” town IT director Josh Grocetti said in a news release. “We hope this helps encourage more residents to explore our existing ClearGov open budget transparency and data visualization tools, which we launched in May of 2018. Hopkinton strives to be a leader in transparency in government, and will continue to explore new technologies and platforms to aid in the sharing of open information.” The portal’s first feature item is the Downtown Corridor Project, which affects a nearly 1-mile stretch of Main Street in the center of town.
that only one of our teams qualified for the worlds,” Allen said. “It speaks to how competitive robotics has become in this area.” Although the regular season is over, the RoboHillers will be working to help prepare team 1715C for
the World Championship next month, including assisting in fundraising efforts to help defray the cost of the trip. For more information on the Hopkinton RoboHillers robotics program, email Pat Allen at msrobotics@hopkinton.k12.ma.us.
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Schools Record turnout for HHS science fair By Melissa Orff Contributing Writer
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he cure for cancer, the answer to universal clean water, and the end to addiction all could have their starts at Hopkinton High School. Potential future scientists presented their research and findings on these topics and more during the annual Hopkinton High School Science Fair on Feb. 26. The students presented their projects in the media center to a large crowd of classmates, parents and community members, while judges had to decide which projects would represent HHS at the regional fair at WPI. Ninth graders Elden Rozy and Sean Walker decided to research the effects of color exposure on cognitive performance. “We wanted to have a science fair project that would benefit our school,” Rozy said. “We found that something as simple as changing the color around you can affect test scores.” Although it took months for the
Page Leighton (left) and Shaye Butler did a presentation on the effects of certain plants on removing contaminants from water.
students to do research and experiments and map out their presentation, the science fair left the two young men eager to explore their topic further. “It was fun and a great starting point,” Rozy said. “I really hope to
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do more of this in the future.” Paige Leighton and Shaye Butler, both Sophomores, decided to focus on an issue that affects over 780 million people across the globe — access to clean water. “In freshman chemistry we learned about the water crisis and how plants can remove contaminants from water,” Leighton said. “We learned about it in class, but didn’t have time to go into it more deeply because of time.” Wanting to explore this issue further, the two chose to study the effects of duckweed and water hyacinth in removing contaminants in water.
“We found out that water hyacinth did do it faster then duckweed, but they were both very effective,” Butler explained. The girls chose to be a part of the elective science fair program as they both are interested in math and science and in seeing where the subjects may take them. “It may be a big part of our futures,” Leighton said. Sophomore Fariha Fardin, whose project was chosen among 12 others to move on to regionals, was curious to see if green tea could, if fact, cure cancer. Fardin did months of research on her project, including visiting a working lab at MIT. “It was a great networking opportunity,” Fardin said. “I am hoping to go into the medical field someday.” This year’s event was the biggest fair in the school’s history with 97 “curious and motivated” students participating. “It has been so much fun to see them throughout this whole process,” said HHS science teacher and fair adviser Kristen Murphy. “The fact that they take time to pursue their passions makes me so optimistic for the future.” The top three winners were: First place: Rohan Minocha — Systems and methods for automated programmable dispensing of medication; Second place: Advait Nene — Patient specific delivery of proton beam radiation; Science fair | 17
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Schools HMS student heads to state GeoBee By Melissa Orff Contributing Writer
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o you know the names of the administrative regions of China? Do you know where the Laptev Sea is located? Hopkinton Middle School sixth-grader Abhishek Vijay does. Vijay, a student in Michael Siedlecki’s social studies class, will be representing his school as one of the semifinalists in the 2019 National Geographic GeoBee Massachusetts State Competition held at Elms College in Chicopee on March 29. Vijay made it to the prestigious competition after winning the GeoBee in his school last month. The National Geographic GeoBee competition, which is in its 31st year, starts its first round with fourth- through eighthgrade students throughout the state competing to determine each school champion. School champions then take an online qualifying test, which they submit to the National Geographic Society. The National Geographic Society invites up to 100 of the top-scoring Hopkinton Middle School student Abhishek students to compete in each Vijay will make a repeat performance at the state’s GeoBee. state-level National Geographic GeoBee State champions recompetition on March 29. At last year’s event (pictured) he finished fifth in the state. ceive a medal, a $1,000 prize and a trip to Washington, D.C., to compete in the national championship to be held at National Geographic Society headquarters on May 19. The national champion receives a $25,000 college scholarship. Although Vijay is new to the district, this isn’t the first time he has advanced this far Last year, as a fifth-grader in Chelmsford, he took fifth place at the state championship after going into a tiebreaker round with the finalists. Vijay will be preparing for this year’s big event doing the thing he loves the most: reading atlases and maps as well as books on faraway places. “I really like studying geography and learning about different places,� he said. “It’s fun for me.� His father, Jeganathan, said that his son’s love of learning about the world has gone as far back as kindergarten. “One summer vacation he said he was bored so I asked him to memorize all of the U.S. capitals,� the elder Vijay said with a laugh. “I couldn’t believe it when he came back to me saying he knew them all. I didn’t believe it until I quizzed him.� Since then, Abhishek rarely can be seen without a map in his hand, according to his family, and loves to do daily quizzes online on the National Geographic website. He also plays the violin and collects currency from different parts of the world.
Record turnout for science fair Science fair | from page 16
Third place: S ​ imran Kaur — The mystery behind aerial warfare. The following students and projects also were chosen to move on to the regional competition: Fariha Fardin — Can green tea prevent and cure cancer?; Tyler Rhodes — Early wildfire detection through thermal imaging and drones; Siri Yerramsetti, Olivia Jones and Eleri Schutte — Durability of UV-resistant clothing; Gabe O’Brien — Fingerprints
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large contingent of Hillers participated in the New Balance Nationals Indoor girls track meet March 8-9 at The Armory in New York City. Olivia Jones competed in the emerging elite 2 mile race and ran her second-best time of the season (11 minutes, 10.40 seconds) to place 30th. The sprint medley relay team HHS NOTEBOOK competed in the JERRY SPAR e m e rg i n g e l i t e category and took 11th out of 44 teams, posting a season-best time of 4:13.62. The quartet consisted of Ashley Donnelly (200m), Delaney Mick (200m), Lexi Hasbrouck (400m) and Schuyler Gooley (800m), who ran a personal-
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best 2:18 leg. The shuttle hurdle relay team — Annie Feather, Maggie Allen, Emily Welsh and Delaney Mick — took 16th in the championship division in 35.69 seconds. The 4x1 mile took 16th in the championship division in 21:56.47. The team was made up of Olivia Jones, Jane Stilwell, Greta Field and Schuyler Gooley, whose 5:06.14 split was the fifth-fastest of any leg on any team. Gooley also qualified individually in the mile but passed on that race to focus on the two relays. “It’s become expected that Hopkinton track girls will qualify for nationals each season. They set the bar high. This year was no exception as 10 girls qualified, with several competing in multiple events,” HHS girls coach Jean Cann said. “It’s challenging to run fast enough to qualify for nationals and still extend peak fitness two weeks beyond the All-State Championship, but the girls held their own, turned in some strong performances, and enjoyed the experience.”
Hillers lost to visiting Wayland in the opening round of the Division 2 state tournament. Senior Brendan Kelly was selected as the team’s most valuable player. Junior Steven Maffiore was named Tri-Valley League All-Star. On the girls side, coach Mike Greco’s team, loaded with underclass players, completed its season at 8-12. The lone senior, Lillian Morningstar, was named a TVL AllStar for the second straight season, while freshman guard Lauren Cho was named honorable mention.
Girls hockey team checks cancer The girls varsity hockey co-op team, consisting of players from Hopkinton, Dover-Sherborn, Bell-
ingham and Tri-County Regional, hosted its inaugural fundraising game last month to support the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and the ovarian cancer organization girlygirl PARTS. Proceeds from the admission fees, a bake sale, a raffle and direct donations enabled the team to donate $1,800 to the two cancer-fighting groups. The team’s inspiration for the fundraiser was Hopkinton’s Marie Boyle, mother of team captain Keelan Boyle. After two years in remission Marie’s cancer returned, but her determination to beat the disease inspired the team to spread awareness and raise money for the cause. The opposing Medway/Ashland players showed their support by wearing teal and white ribbons in their hair. HHS notebook | 19
Basketball finishes strong HHS boys basketball coach Tom Keane recorded his 250th career victory in the penultimate game of the regular season, a memorable campaign that ended at 14-7 and with a second-place finish in the Tri-Valley League Large School Division. The
Marie Boyle (with flowers) was the inspiration for the girls hockey co-op team’s inaugural fundraising game last month. Pictured with Boyle are (from left) team captains Kinsley Rolph, Keelan Boyle and Meredith Borden.
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What made the drive to the team’s first-ever appearance in the state final even more impressive is that the Hillers’ depth — and psyche — was tested after eight underclassmen were suspended from the program following a social media incident in early February. “We had a meeting with [athletic director Dee King] at the high school before we went to the Vineyard,” recalled junior forward Sean Walsh, the team’s leading scorer. “She sat us down and said that she was very proud of us, the way we came back from the situation that happened. Our coach spoke very highly of us. He said to turn it around we’re going to need everyone in this room to step it up. We worked harder at practice. We communicated better as a team and we all got closer when we needed it, and it took us all the way to [TD Garden].” The underdog run fell one goal short of glory, as Wachusett skated off with the title in a hard-fought game that drew about 1,000 Hopkintonians to TD Garden. Juniors Will Quinlan and Kyle Rogers scored for the Hillers (16-8-2), but an offense that had erupted for 28 goals in five previous playoff games was held in check by a stingy Wachusett defense. Hopkinton, twice behind by two goals, outshot the Mountaineers 26-20 but could not break through. “They popped a good goal in the first pe-
The boys just kept battling, battling, battling as hard as they could right to the end, just as they have all year. Chris MacPherson Coach riod,” senior captain Stephen Simoes said. “We went in the locker room and we just wanted to open the floodgates after that, and obviously we were never able to. But we did all we could.” Said MacPherson: “The boys just kept battling, battling, battling as hard as they could right to the end, just as they have all year. I’m so impressed and proud of these boys.” En route to the Garden, Hopkinton won its first-ever South sectional title with four straight wins over higher-seeded teams, including a 6-2 victory over Ashland in sectional final, then knocked off Lowell, 6-3, in the state semifinals behind four goals from Walsh. “It’s just a special group of guys who really believe in each other,” said MacPherson, who credited Simoes’ leadership. “We don’t have a very big roster, and these guys every single day just kept coming to the rink believing in each other that they were going to win hockey games.”
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The HHS football program announced that Luke D’Aloia was chosen to play in the 41st annal Shiners All-Star Classic football game, which will be played in June at Bentley University. D’Aloia, the Tri-Valley League’s Most Valuable Player, will play at Colby College in the fall. Also from HHS football: Kyle Stukel, who was the team’s lineman of the year, is headed to Salve Regina University, Tyler Dougherty, a TVL All-Star, will play at Kenyon College, and Theo Cavallo, one of the team’s captains, will play at Western New England. … Sophomore wrestler Jake Sokol, competing in the 160-pound weight class, placed eighth in the Division 2 state tournament on Feb. 16. … The HHS varsity cheerleading team advanced to regionals following a third-place performance at the Tri-Valley League meet on Feb. 24 in Milford. “The Big Picture in a Small Town”
Ski team sends group to states The HHS alpine ski team finished second in the Central Mass. Conference Ski League (CMCSL) and sent six athletes to the MIAA state championship competition on Feb. 27 at Wachusett Mountain in Princeton. Junior captain Max Rodgers, who ranked first in the league, led the boys contingent. He was joined by his twin brother, Jack Rodgers (10th in CMCSL), sophomore Jackson Schlussel (12th) and senior Kyle Perkins (14th). On the girls side, captain Allison Marr, ranked fourth in the league, made her third trip to the state championship, joined by sophomore Cate Barry (8th in CMCSL). Max Rodgers had the best finish of the HHS competitors at states, taking fourth in the slalom event.
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T
he early lead for the theme song for the Hopkinton High School football team next season? It has to be, “I fought the law (and the law won).” Not only is new head coach Dan MacLean a Mansfield police officer, at least two of his assistant coaches are members of law enforcement. “Yeah, we’ve got three cops right off the bat,” MacLean said with a laugh. MacLean, who previously held head coaching positions at Bellingham High School and TriCounty Regional (a total of nine years), was the defensive coordinator for the Hillers the past four seasons. He takes over for Jim Girard, who earlier this month was named head coach at LincolnSudbury following a successful nine-year stint at HHS. MacLean, known for his enthusiastic approach, said he does not plan to make major changes to the program. “I like the way things are,” the 47-year-old said. “I’m definitely going to put in different styles that I do. But I love the way that Coach Girard ran the program. “These kids are hard-working kids,” he added. “Hopkinton kids are just phenomenal. And it’s great because I’ve been doing the defense, so a lot’s not going to change on the defensive side of the ball. We’ll make some little tweaks here and there, but for the most part the kids are comfortable with it. Offensively we’ll do some changes, but a lot of it’s going to stay the same. “Me and Jim are two different people, of course, so it might be a little different that way. But on the whole, the program’s in great shape, so I want to keep going with what we have.” Girard is expected to take a couple of assistant coaches with him to L-S. One coach returning to HHS is Dave Swanton, who recently was selected by the Massachusetts High School Football Coaches Association as one of the recipients of the Assistant Coach of the Year honor. Chris Baker, who was Medway’s head coach the past three seasons — leading the Mustangs to the Tri-Valley League Small School Division title and the program’s first-ever postseason berth in 2018 — is slated to be the offensive coordinator. Baker, another Franklin native, serves with MacLean on the Mansfield police force. Another new face is Jack Flynn, who as“The Big Picture in a Small Town”
sisted MacLean in Bellingham and then was a Hopkinton assistant for three years before spending last season under Baker at Medway. Flynn grew up in Franklin with MacLean and now is a Franklin police officer. “Me and Jack have been coaching together for so long that our defensive philosophies are pretty much the same,” MacLean said. “He’ll put his stamp on different things, but on the whole it’s going to be pretty consistent to what we’ve been doing over the years.” MacLean, who was still finalizing the rest of the staff, said he has long had admiration for the HHS program and is excited to get a chance to take the helm. “This is something that I’ve always had my eye on,” he said. “Hopkinton is such a great community. Even coaching against it, just seeing the excitement for football. I really believe the town of Hopkinton loves football, and it’s so exciting to coach here. The last four years have just been unbelievable for me to coach here. It’s something I kind of always wanted, and now I’ve got the opportunity. I’m ecstatic about getting the job.” HHS athletic director Dee King said MacLean’s enthusiasm stood out during the interview process. “We are thrilled that Coach MacLean will be the new leader for Hopkinton football,” King stated. “He has been an integral part of the team’s growth and success over the past four years. The energy and new ideas he will bring to the position coupled with his big-picture understanding of what the high school athletic experience should be for a student-athlete truly distinguish him. You will not meet someone more passionate than Coach Mac, and that passion is contagious. Most importantly, Coach MacLean is an outstanding person who coaches for all the right reasons — to instill a love for the game in all of his players and to make a positive, lasting impact on every member of his program.” MacLean, who had his first meeting with the players as head coach on March 13, takes pride in getting his team fired up to play. “That’s one thing that I kind of put my stamp on — a lot of excitement,” he said. “I’m one of those guys that I love motivating the kids and I love getting them excited. I think they know that from being with me for the last four years. We’re getting a lot of excitement going.”
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Obituaries Patricia Lee (Donahue) Todd
Susan (Paxton) Miller
Patricia Lee (Donahue) Todd, 97, of Exeter, New Hampshire, and formerly of Hopkinton, passed away March 3, surrounded by her loving family, at Langdon Place of Exeter. She was born in Washington, D.C., on Feb. 28, 1922, the daughter of Helen (Connelly) and William Ross Donahue. She was predeceased by her brother, Duncan Robert Donahue, who died in World War II, and her adoring husband of 64 years, George H. Todd, who died Aug. 16, 2010. Patricia graduated from Queens College in New York and considered herself to be a “city girl,” but George brought his new wife to New England and she never looked back. She loved her role as a housewife, and she assisted George in running their construction business in Natick. She was most proud of being a mother and she devoted her life to her five children. She was active in the PTA, Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts and Women’s Club. Patricia loved all the family time spent at Sebago Lake in Maine, and as the grandchildren came along, she loved seeing her family stay so close together every summer on Ring Island. Patricia had been active and healthy up until recently. She will best be remembered for her loving kindness to everyone she met and for her energetic personality. She is survived by her five children, Janet Gabrielli and her husband, Vincent, of Gold Canyon, Arizona; Susan Brusa and her husband, Robert, of Portsmouth, New Hampshire; Roberta Trombley of Thompson, Connecticut; Jeffrey Todd and his wife, Carolyn, of Durham, New Hampshire; and Michael Todd and his wife, Susan, of Newfields, New Hampshire. She also leaves 13 cherished grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren and two great-greatgrandchildren. The family would like to thank the nurses and numerous staff members at Langdon Place who cared for our mom. Many thanks to the specialists and physicians in the Exeter area who showed such compassion and truly cared about her and enjoyed her “spunk.” Graveside services with family and friends were held on March 15 at the Mount Auburn Cemetery in Hopkinton, followed by a memorial service at Faith Community Church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 15829, Arlington, VA 22215 or www.diabetes. org. Arrangements were under the care of the Chesmore Funeral Home of Hopkinton (www.ChesmoreFuneralHome.com).
Susan (Paxton) Miller, born Sept. 6, 1948, died peacefully at home on Feb. 24 surrounded by family after a courageous four-year battle with pancreatic cancer. She was 70 years old. Susan was the wife of Ralph Miller, to whom she was married for 26 years. Born in Wembley, England, she lived in Milton Keynes, England, where she worked as a dental nurse before moving to Hopkinton in 1993. In addition to her husband, Susan is survived by son Craig Kelly, daughter Hayley Kelly and seven grandchildren. She leaves her brother, Robert Paxton, and two nieces, Julia and Sarah. She also leaves behind her beautiful dogs, Baby Bella and Maddie, who
will miss her dearly. You will always be in our thoughts. “Night, night, sleep tight, god bless.” A memorial service at Callanan Cronin Funeral Home in Hopkinton was held on March 3. Donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
Arthur Russell Lowell Arthur Russell Lowell, 89, passed away March 6 at his home in Hopkinton. Born in Framingham, he was the son of the late Florence (Pond) and Frank Lowell. He was the husband of 65 years to Barbara (Flood) Lowell.
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Police Log ARRESTS February 23
2:51 a.m. Sergeant Aaron O’Neil and Officer Preston Mucciarone arrested John J. Scarpato, 27, of 78 Downey St. and charged him with speeding, OUI liquor, and unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle.
March 3
6:35 p.m. The Holliston Police Department reported an erratic operator who possibly hit a rock wall on Washington Street in Holliston and was headed toward Hopkinton. Officers Derek Morton, Jay Deiana and Moira McGaffigan located and arrested Marijane B. Baker, 50, of 33 Memory Lane, Marlborough, and charged her with OUI liquor.
February 22
11:28 a.m. A walk-in reported a case of fraud in which her phone number was used in spoof phone calls and she was being harassed. Officer Philip Powers spoke with both parties and advised the phone calls to cease.
February 23
11:19 a.m. Officer Benjamin Stickney checked on an individual riding a dirt bike on middle school property on Hayden Rowe Street. The person was advised to walk the bike home. 6:10 p.m. Officers John Corridan, Moira McGaffigan and Panagiotis Hontzeas responded to a motor vehicle accident involving one vehicle on Pond Street resulting in injuries. An ambulance was requested and three people were transported to the hospital. A report was to follow.
February 24
3:34 a.m. A Massachusetts probation officer requested an officer to go to a Meserve Street residence to advise an individual to charge his ankle monitor and contact his probation officer. Officers Ryan Polselli and Preston Mucciarone responded and advised the individual. 8:34 a.m. A Lumber Street resident reported a possible breaking and entering earlier in the morning. The homeowner, away in Maine, stated she received an alert from home cameras that showed a person had been inside her home. Officers Panagiotis Hontzeas, Benjamin Stickney, Preston Mucciarone and William Burchard responded and checked the house and surrounding area. A detective was requested. A report was to follow. 3:51 p.m. A Grove Street caller
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February 26
7:19 a.m. A caller reported seeing a vehicle go through a stop sign on Hayden Rowe Street, and she wanted it logged. 8:01 a.m. A caller reported a road rage incident on Parkwood Drive and wanted it logged.
February 27
12:01 p.m. A concerned caller reported being approached in the roadway on East Main Street by a couple appearing confused and asking for directions. Officer Panagiotis Hontzeas responded and checked the area with a negative find. 12:37 p.m. A visiting nurse on Stoney Brook Road reported alarms were going off at the house across the street. Officer Panagiotis Hontzeas responded, found that the alarms had been reset prior to his arrival, and checked the area. 6:47 p.m. A caller reported hearing gunshots on Fruit Street. Officer Benjamin Stickney responded and checked the area and did not find anything out of the ordinary.
March 1
2:03 p.m. A motorist reported a woman yelled at her for taking her parking spot on West Main Street and then drove away. The caller wanted the incident logged. 2:17 p.m. The school bus company reported low-hanging wires on Front Street. Officer Stephen Buckley responded and contacted Verizon for repair. 3:53 p.m. A caller complained of an erratic driver on Wedgewood Drive. Officers Ryan Polselli and Panagiotis Hontzeas responded and checked the area with a negative find. 3:57 p.m. A caller reported the driver of a motor vehicle threw empty alcohol bottles out his window on Lumber Street as he drove by. Officer Moira McGaffigan responded and checked the area with a negative find and notified the Milford Police Department. Police log | 23
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March 2
8:00 a.m. A motorist reported swerving off Wood Street and hitting a tree. No personal injuries were reported. Officers Stephen Buckley and Panagiotis Hontzeas responded and provided a courtesy transport. The vehicle was towed. A report was to follow. 11:30 p.m. A caller complained of two vehicles double parked on Angelo Drive. Officers Ryan Polselli and Preston Mucciarone responded and spoke with parents waiting for their children. 11:55 p.m. A Walnut Way resident reported suspicious activity and believed there was a person outside of her residence. Officers Preston Mucciarone and Ryan Polselli responded and checked the area with a negative find.
March 3
10:01 a.m. Officer Jay Deiana issued a criminal application for unsecured guns without a license to carry. 10:55 a.m. Sergeant Scott van Raalten escorted an individual to an Edge Hill Road residence and stood by while he grabbed his belongings. 11:07 a.m. A caller reported an erratic silver Honda Pilot speeding on Alexander Road and wanted the incident logged. 1:50 p.m. Officer Arthur Schofield checked on a vehicle on the side of the roadway of Ash Street. The driver had just pulled over to use his cell phone.
March 4
2:27 a.m. The DPW reported a vehicle hit a plow truck on Wood Street. No injuries were reported. Officers Brendon Lyver and Ryan Polselli responded and issued a citation for operation of unregistered vehicle to one driver and a written warning for failure to yield to the other. 5:18 a.m. A Pine Island Road caller reported he is an emergency worker and needed to get to Boston Medical Center and therefore requested his road be plowed. The DPW was notified. 9:46 a.m. A caller reported Maple Avenue was impassible. The DPW was notified and was to respond. 2:32 p.m. The DPW reported a pickup truck was parked on the sidewalk on Pleasant Street, and workers were unable to move snow in that area. Officer Matthew Santoro responded and advised the owner of the vehicle to move it. 3:35 p.m. A walk-in handed in a wallet found on the street. 6:19 p.m. Officer Moira McGaffigan spoke with the mother of a person of interest in an ongoing case. She did not have recent contact information for the person of interest. 6:55 p.m. Officer Moira McGaffigan assisted a person interested in obtaining a restraining order. 9:01 p.m. A caller reported losing his wallet and wanted the incident logged.
March 5
2:10 a.m. Officers Brendon Lyver and Ryan Polselli checked on a motor vehicle in a Lumber Street parking lot and subsequently spoke to cleaners at The Spoon. All was OK.
9:35 a.m. Officer Stephen Buckley checked on a disabled mail truck on West Main Street. A tow was en route.
March 6
8:39 a.m. Officer Matthew Santoro picked up a student on Hayden Rowe Street and provided a courtesy transport the rest of the way to Hopkins School. 10:29 a.m. A caller reported his father’s car had a flat tire in a dangerous location on Legacy Farms North. Officer Panagiotis Hontzeas responded and helped move the vehicle off the roadway. A tow truck was expedited. 3:15 p.m. A caller reported his 10-year-old son was walking home from school and a man wearing a black hat, jeans and long coat walked closely behind him on Eastview Road. Officer Derek Morton responded and checked the area with a negative find. 3:41 p.m. A caller, wishing to remain anonymous, reported two children playing unsupervised on a Hayden Rowe Street corner. Officer Derek Morton responded and checked the area with a negative find. 7:20 p.m. A caller reported finding $400 in the Dell EMC parking lot on South Street. The money was placed in the company’s safe.
March 7
5:45 a.m. A Maple Street caller reported a male party made suicidal comments. Officers Brendon Lyver and Preston Mucciarone responded and found the home empty. The party was later located in Vermont. 7:52 a.m. A Fruit Street caller reported his vehicle was stolen in Cambridge. Officer Panagiotis Hontzeas responded and advised the reporting person to contact the Cambridge Police Department. 8:07 a.m. A Wilson Street resident complained of hearing noises from construction throughout the night. The incident was logged, and the caller was advised to call back if he heard the noise again. 4:49 p.m. A South Street caller reported a customer refused to leave a store after being told to do so. Sergeant Aaron O’Neil and Officers Jay Deiana and John Corridan responded and removed the individual.
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