Friday, May 18, 2012
With the ever changing technologies, the Town of Hopkinton is staying current by updating the website and availing valuable information online.
Friday, May 18, the Town of Hopkinton Launches their new website . This date might not be as historic as the other dates you have memorized, but it will make your daily dealings with local government much easier; at least that's the goal of IT Director Chris McClure. "Right now HCAM is running the town's website, so this will eliminate the bottleneck the information has to go through," McClure said. "It will allow everyone working in town hall to update the information immediately and keep the website thorough." This change is part of a grander change going on in the government offices, a rebranding if you will. In the past, government workers and volunteers had email addresses that ended with the url for the old website (Hopkinton.org). …
For the fourth and final question posed to 2012 Hopkinton School Committee candidates, we asked them what makes Hopkinton's school system so good and what needs to be done to stay on top.
This week on Patch we wanted to help Hopkinton voters get to know what makes the School Committee candidates tick and where they stand on various issues. To do this we asked each candidate to respond to four questions from Tuesday, May 15 through Friday, May 18 we will feature all of the candidates' responses to one question. All four candidates are running for two open positions in the election. The first question we asked the candidates focused on the basic reasons for why they would be a good selection to be on the committee. The second question focused on what they see as a solution to the problems at the Center School that have been plaguing the town for years. The third question the candidates answered was mentioned by several …
Thursday, May 17, 2012
Andre Griben has worked with School Committee candidate Frank D'Urso on various committee and asks others to join him in voting for D'Urso.
Submitted by Andre Griben I have had the pleasure to know and work with Frank for the past few years thru various community functions. Con Com, Green Committee, Trails Club, Scouting and Town Sports. Frank brings a fresh perspective to Town politics, always willing to look at the big picture, his manner is non partisan and looks for ways to re-purpose Town assets rather than replace and rebuild. I also commend him for stepping and seeking election for this position. I ask you vote on Monday for Frank D'Urso for School Committee.
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
More than a year has passed since the town voted against a plan for districted schools, including a new building on Fruit Street. Today we asked candidates what they look for in a solution to the town's elementary school woes.
This week on Patch we wanted to help Hopkinton voters get to know what makes the School Committee candidates tick and where they stand on various issues. To do this we asked each candidate to respond to four questions from Tuesday, May 15 through Friday, May 18 we will feature all of the candidates' responses to one question. All four candidates are running for two open positions in the election. The first question we asked the candidates focused on the basic reasons for why they would be a good selection to be on the committee. The second question focused on what they see as a solution to the problems at the Center School that have been plaguing the town for years. 2.) Last year Hopkinton voters turned down a proposed solution to the …
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Tuesday, May 15, 2012
With the town election less than a week away, we asked the four School Committee candidates what makes them qualified for the position.
This week on Patch we wanted to help Hopkinton voters get to know what makes the School Committee candidates tick and where they stand on various issues. To do this we asked each candidate to respond to four questions from Tuesday, May 15 through Friday, May 18 we will feature all of the candidates' responses to one question. All four candidates are running for two open positions in the election. The first question we asked the candidates focused on the basic reasons for why they would be a good selection to be on the committee. Q1) What experience or knowledge do you have that makes you feel you could serve the town’s best interest by being on the School Committee? Jean Bertschmann: I am informed, experienced, pro-active, and responsive. …
Monday, May 14, 2012
As Hopkinton town elections are coming to a close next week, state and federal races are starting to heat up.
State Representative Carolyn Dykema will kick off her campaign for re-election on Tuesday, May 15 with an open house and fundraiser from 5:30-7:30 pm at Pejamajo Café in Holliston. Joining her during the evening will be current and former officials, as well as supporters from the four towns in her district. The public is invited to attend. “I’m very excited to kick off this campaign,” Dykema said. “There is nothing more gratifying to me than being a full-time advocate for our communities.” I hope the voters of this district will give me the opportunity to continue to serve. There’s still much work to be done.” Representative Dykema serves the 8th Middlesex District which includes Holliston, Hopkinton, Southborough and Westborough.Thank …
With a background in business and innovation, as well as experience coaching young soccer players, Hopkinton resident Mary Blair believes Jon Graziano is the right candidate for School Committee.
Submitted by Mary Blair To Whom It May Concern: I am writing this letter in support of Jon Graziano for School Committee. My name is Mary Blair and I am the Director of Coaching and Player Development for Hopkinton Youth Soccer. I have known Jon for two years. Jon has been the Age Group Coordinator for HYS girls U-6 and U-7 programs. Jon also volunteers to assistant coach a team as well. Jon and I have coached together this year. I have found Jon to be organized and responsible. He is caring and supportive coach to the first graders in our charge. I can count on Jon to make sure everyone has had equal time playing as I can be caught up in the competition and the flow of play. He is there reminding me that we sub on the clock at this level…
Friday, May 11, 2012
It's as easy as putting out the mail.
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Now, this drive is an easy one. As easy as putting out the mail. It's even easier, because you don't need a stamp. On Saturday, May 12, Hopkinton mail carriers join in the effort to Stamp Out Hunger, a nationwide effort to combat hunger. Letter carriers pick up non-perishable donations that are left out in, or near, the mailbox on that Saturday. The Hopkinton Post Office has will be bringing all food to Project Just Because to help the needy. According to the PJB webstie the most needed items are: Ketchup, Relish, Salad Dressings, Mushrooms, Fluff, Hash, Spam, Chicken, Brownie Mix, Laundry Detergent, Juice, Children's Snacks, Paper Towels, Bath Tissue, Toiletries, Rice, Boxed Potatoes, Flour, Sugar, Oil, Pancake Mix, Maple Syrup, Canned …
Thursday, May 10, 2012
President Barack Obama came out in support of gay marriage yesterday.
In the wake of North Carolina's decision to amend its Constitution to ban same sex unions, The Guardian website has created a model looking at gay rights in each state. According to the graphic, Massachusetts, Connecticut and Vermont, along with Washington state, Iowa and the District of Columbia, have the most rights afforded to gays. Massachusetts allows: Massachusetts prohibits: Also, Massachusetts' hate crime laws include crimes committed based on gender identity or sexual orientation. In addition to comparing states' level of gay rights, the Guardian graphic allows you to log in through Facebook and see what rights are afforded in the states where all your Facebook friends live.
Among other votes, Town Meeting rejected a liquor store petition and a bylaw that would require changes for second-hand businesses.
At the third and final night of Hopkinton's annual town meeting voters approved changes to the zoning bylaws as well as a tax incentive for PerkinElmer, a company looking to expand their presence in town. What they didn't approve may have been far more significant. Hopkinton developer Chuck Joseph, representing CJPM Development LLC, asked residents to petition the state to add an extra liquor license to the town so a new package store could be built in the Hopkinton Square Development. The town meeting voters decided that it was not in the best interest for the town to add a license above and beyond the amount allowed based on the town's population. As the state has laid out liquor licenses, each town is given one license plus another for …
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11:07 pm on Thursday, May 17, 2012
Dykema voted to allow people in jail to collect their pensions. This vote was 4.14/2009 roll call 72. That’s her record ! Look it up. more ›