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Town of Hopkinton Seeks Firefighter/Paramedic

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The Town of Hopkinton is accepting applications to fill two (2) positions and further to establish a list of potential candidates for the FIREFIGHTER/PARAMEDIC positions.

Salary Depending on Qualifications and in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Within twelve (12) months of hire, the Firefighter/Paramedic shall make their principal place of residence within the boundaries of the Town of Hopkinton or at any other place within the Commonwealth that is within fifteen (15) miles boundary to boundary of their town and the Town of Hopkinton.

Military Baseball Revisited on Opening Day

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Heroes can emerge from most anywhere. Two specific segments of American life have generated many popular heroes: professional baseball and the military. Think of the names that spring forth: Babe Ruth and Satchel Paige were nonpareil baseball players, George Patton and Audie Murphy were soldiers never to be forgotten. Moreover, there are certain heroes who are recognized in both baseball and the military.

Relating to Difficult People at Faith Community Church

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Relating to Difficult People
Sunday, April 30 from 6:30-8:30p

Admit it, sometimes it can feel like they’re everywhere. At work, in the neighborhood, and even in our own homes. “Difficult” people come in all types, from the annoying to the needy, and our efforts to navigate these relationships can be exhausting and frustrating. But there is good news! Three simple relationship principles put into practice can lessen the stressful impact of the difficult people in our lives and turn us toward the greater joy and satisfaction that God wants us to have.

“Miniature Plants for Home, Garden and Greenhouse” With Art Scarpa

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Wednesday, April 19, 2017 7:30 p.m.

Based on his obsession of trying to squeeze in just one more plant in tight quarters, Art Scarpa has accumulated a large collection of unusual miniature plants from around the world for both indoors and outdoors. Audiences are fascinated with these tiny treasures, some of which are mature blooming plants in 1" pots or tiny terrarium.

Last Chance for Dog License is Friday Mar. 31

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The last chance to acquire a dog license (for the 2017 calendar year) without incurring a late fee of $25, is Friday, March 31st before 2:00 PM. Please come to the Town Clerk's Office in the Town Hall, mail in payment, or order online to receive a 2017 license for your dog. Please do not hesitate to contact this office to verify that your dog's file is up to date or to confirm if additional documentation may be required. We look forward to seeing the new tags on all of the dogs in Town.

Video: Girl Scout, Julianna Lucas Creates Video About Hopkinton Middle School Parking Safety

By Tom Nappi, News Director

Hopkinton, Girl Scout, Julianna Lucas made a video regarding parking safety at Hopkinton Middle School for her Silver Award video. The video is very informative and especially helpful to incoming students and their parents. See the interview with Julianna and video below.

Middlesex Sheriff’s Office to Host Citizens Academy for Residents with Developmental Disabilities

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CHELMSFORD, Mass. – Middlesex Sheriff Peter J. Koutoujian is pleased to announce a new initiative
aimed at engaging local residents with developmental disabilities.

The Special Citizens Academy is a free, four-week program that will launch April 11 at the Middlesex
Sheriff’s Office Training Academy in Chelmsford. The program is designed for residents ages 18, and
above, with developmental disabilities who have an interest in public safety and learning more about the
Middlesex Sheriff’s Office.

Hopkinton Residents Start Chamberlain-Whalen Neighborhood Coalition

By Tom Nappi, News Director

Over 50 Hopkinton households joined together in a neighborhood coalition. A letter sent out to numerous town officials including Town Manager, Norman Khumalo, the Board of Selectmen, Planning Board, Police Chief and Fire Chief. The letter from the Coalition stated that it was started to preserve the character of neighborhoods that would be affected by a proposal by developer, Paul Mastroianni which would add 34 new homes on a road that would connect Chamberlain Street and Whalen Road.

Hopkinton Democratic Town Caucus – April 7th

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Location: Hopkinton Town Hall, Selectmen’s Room (215 & 216)
Date & Time: Friday, April 7th, 6:00pm – 8:30pm

The caucus is open to all registered and pre-registered Democrats in Hopkinton and the Democratic Committee welcomes all eligible participants.
We encourage all Democrats who may be interested in local offices and committees. Check in at 6, call to caucus at 6:30. – Help govern Hopkinton.

Baseball Presentation by Dean College Professor, Jeffrey Skillings at Hopkinton Senior Center

By Tom Nappi, News Director

View a presentation about Baseball History on Thursday April 6th, 12:30pm at the Hopkinton Senior Center. As the 2017 season approaches, English Professor and Baseball Enthusiest, Jeffrey Skillings from Dean College will talk about many topics relating to Baseball.

Professor Skillings has taught courses that relate the game of Baseball to modern day society and allow students to study the history of America's oldest sport. Hot Dogs will be available for early arrivers.

Hear a little more about Professor Skillings in the video below.