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Video: Peter Mezitt talks Upcoming Blooms, Brews, BBQ Event

By Tom Nappi, News Director

The 3rd annual Blooms, Brews and BBQ event will take place at Weston Nurseries in Hopkinton on September 7th from 11am until 7pm. The event features entertainment, several food and beer vendors and has fun activities for all ages. Weston Nurseries President, Peter Mezitt talked about the upcoming event which raises money for the Jimmy Fund Walk. View more information about the event in the video below and here!.

Video: Select Board Recognizes Scouts Receiving Honors

By Tom Nappi, News Director

At Tuesdays Select Board meeting, proclamations were given to several Hopkinton Scouts who received accolades for their work in the community.

Girl Scouts, Emma Bograd and Mallory Peishoff of Troop #72233 recently received Girl Scout Gold Awards. Emma worked on a project to establish safety protocols and regulations for a dog park. Mallory Peishoff came up with a plan to better give access to all residents to Community music events.

Video: Keep Smilin 4 Abbie Hosts 6th Annual Field Hockey Event

By Tom Nappi, News Director

Keep Smilin 4 Abbie recently hosted their 6th annual Field Hockey event at Teamworks in Northborough. Hopkinton alumni and current players participated as well as several surrounding towns. The event drew a big turnout and raised a good amount of funds to help stop Anaphylaxis. View more about the organization at: www.keepsmilin4abbie.org and view scenes from the event in the video below.

Video: Interview with Lauren Anderson Fundraiser Hosts

By Tom Nappi, News Director

In the below video, I sat down with Kathy Kilduff and Curran Leahy-Lonigro to talk about the Lauren Anderson Memorial Fundraiser.

“A sparkle.” That is how people who knew Lauren Anderson would have described her. Lauren and her family – parents Riki and Bob and sisters Amy and Julie - moved to Hopkinton in 1983. They quickly embraced the advantages of living in a small, family-oriented town of what was then about 6,000 people.

Video: 2019 Hopkinton Health Department Wellness Fair

By Tom Nappi, News Director

This past Saturday, about 35 vendors were setup at the Town Common for the Hopkinton Health Department Wellness Fair. Hopkinton Health Director Shawn McAuliffe and his intern Caroline Cueva organized the event in partnership with the Parks & Recreation Commission as well as Hopkinton Youth & Family Services.

Some of the vendors at the event included: Baypath Humane Society, Snappy Dogs, Massage Therapy businesses and also a few health clubs. View scenes from the event in the video below.

Video: Hopkinton Police Host Annual National Night Out Event

By Tom Nappi, News Director

On Tuesday Night, the Hopkinton Police Department hosted their annual National Night out event. Police Departments throughout the country hosted the event to meet community members and show their various duties and equipment.

The event featured various activities for the kids, a meet and greet with the Police Department and complimentary Burgers and Hot Dogs. The Hopkinton community also got a firsthand look at the new Hopkinton K9 unit in action.

View scenes from the event below!

Small Town With a Big Heart: Lauren Anderson Memorial Fundraiser

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“A sparkle.” That is how people who knew Lauren Anderson would have described her. Lauren and her family – parents Riki and Bob and sisters Amy and Julie - moved to Hopkinton in 1983. They quickly embraced the advantages of living in a small, family-oriented town of what was then about 6,000 people.

LAUREN’S STORY
Lauren was five years old when she arrived in Hopkinton. According to her mother, Riki, from a young age, Lauren was always determined, set goals for herself and achieved those goals through perseverance.

Hopkinton Veteran's Breakfast Friday August 2nd at Senior Center

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The peak of summer will bring together local veterans for their monthly breakfast, 2 August 2019, at 0900 hours, at the Senior Center. As always there will be great chow and wonderful camaraderie.

Comrades who passed away during July will be remembered, and names of those who are on "Sick Call" will be updated. This is a good opportunity to be generous with our time to visit and/or to send cards or notes to our ailing buddies. Gestures that brighten the day of a fellow veteran are always appreciated.

Video: Ashland FD Hosts 2019 Camp Bailout

By Tom Nappi, News Director

Nine young Ladies between the ages of 14 and 19 years old from Ashland, Hopkinton and surrounding towns participated in this years Ashland Fire Departments "Camp Bailout".

"Camp Bailout is a week long program designed to educate young women on firefighting and emergency service skills, in a dynamic and fun environment. The week long curriculum is interactive and physically challenging, where the girls will gain strength and knowledge while building confidence and leadership skills."

View more in the video below!