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Republican Deb Thomas Announces Candidacy for Board of Selectmen

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by Michelle Murdock, News Director
8 February, 2012

Deb Thomas, a member of the Planning Board, announced today that she is seeking a position on the Hopkinton Board of Selectmen.

“I am running for the Board of Selectmen because Hopkinton is facing critical challenges and opportunities that must be addressed, said Thomas. "The revitalization of our downtown and replacement of Center School are the key issues that challenge us today and have divided us as a community.”

Thomas feels that many Hopkinton residents were drawn to Hopkinton because of its great schools, rural/small town charm and reasonable taxes.

HCA Offers Winter Wonderland February Vacation Workshop

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8 February, 2012

Wondering what to do with your little ones during the February vacation week? The Hopkinton Center for the Arts will be hosting a Winter Wonderland Workshop. This performance workshop will feature crafts, singing, dancing, and acting and will run from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on February 21, 22 and 23. It is designed for children in first to fifth grades. More information is available at the Hopkinton Center for the Arts website.

HCAM Facebook Photo Entries and Winners

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by Michelle Murdock, News Director
7 February, 2012

There were 26 photos submitted in the HCAM Facebook Photo Contest and the top three winners with the most "likes" on our Facebook Page are:

  • 1st Place - Aleck Venegas - 211 "likes"
  • 2nd Place - Kara Bogasky - 163 "likes"
  • 3rd Place - John Cardillo - 134 "likes"

Candidate Statement: Todd Cestari

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by contributor
7 February, 2012

It is with great pleasure that I announce my candidacy for re-election to the Hopkinton Board of Selectmen in the upcoming May election.
Three years ago I was humbled by the support of voters on Election Day. I was duly appreciative of the support by my fellow Selectmen, in voting me Vice Chairman, then Chairman, in the past two consecutive years of my first term as Selectman.

Potenzone Not Happy With Downtown Plans

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by Michelle Murdock, News Director
7 February, 2012

For the past 12 years, Jackie Potenzone has lived at 12 Wood Street near the intersection of Wood and West Main Street. For 11 of those years, she has operated a business out of her home.

“I know how this intersection works,” said Potenzone in a phone interview.

According to Jackie, her world as she knows it has been rocked. She hasn’t felt the same since attending the first Downtown Initiative Steering Committee (DISC) public forum in November 2011 where she learned that her home would be affected by the proposed road changes that are part of the Downtown Initiative Project.

Cestari Up for Re-Election

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by Michelle Murdock, News Director
7 February, 2012

Todd Cestari, current Chairman of the Board of Selectmen, confirmed in a phone interview that he will be seeking re-election to the board in May.

With many of the nationwide problems of three years ago still present, and affecting local government and making things fiscally difficult, Cestari says he hopes to maintain the fiscal discipline put in place by the Board during his three year tenure.

“We are lucky to have a board that will work collaboratively and I want to continue to be part of that,” said Cestari.

HCA Call for Artists and Performers for Spring Arts Festival

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5 February, 2012

The Hopkinton Center for the Arts is issuing a call for artists, crafters, performers, and musicians for the Spring Arts Festival that will take place May 5 from 11:00 – 5:00 p.m. at the HCA, 98 Hayden Rowe, Hopkinton. The Spring Arts Festival will be a regional celebration where community members can come together to enjoy a juried craft show and live music, drama, and dance performances.

Two Meetings Scheduled to Discuss Downtown Plan

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4 February, 2012

Would you like to learn more about what changes the Town of Hopkinton is considering for the downtown revitalization project (Main Street, between Ash Street and Wood Street)? Do you have comments and recommendations to offer? Aesthetic improvements, pedestrian safety, parking, changes to the major intersections and the possible placement of utility lines underground are all being discussed.

Planning Board to Discuss Downtown Project on Monday Night

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by Michelle Murdock, News Director
4 February, 2012

The next meeting of the Hopkinton Planning Board is scheduled for 7:30pm on Monday, February 6, 2012. First up on the agenda is a review and discussion of the Downtown Project and next steps. The plan will be presented to the Planning Board at this meeting and residents are invited to attend, to ask questions and to offer recommendations. The Design Review Board, Historic District Commission, Historical Commission and Downtown Revitalization Committee have been invited to participate in the meeting.

Other agenda items include:

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    A Tour of the Boston Harbor Islands at the Public Library

    by Stephanie Kane, News Producer
    3 February, 2012

    This story is the joint effort of HCAM News Producer Stephanie Kane and HCAM News Reporter Kathleen Culler. Watch the HCAM News video to learn more.

    Boston based author Christopher Klein, who specializes in history, travel, and sports writing, made an appearance at the library on January 25th to talk about his new book "Discovering the Boston Harbor Islands". Before presenting his book to the audience, Adult Services Librarian Susan Marshall asked Klein to sign a book spine that will ultimately be part of a quilt that will be used to help raise money for the new library.

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