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Video: Ashland and Milford Legion make playoff runs.

by Tom Nappi, News Director
1 August, 2014

Ashland Legion reached the playoffs as they clinched the 4th seed in District 5 after having a terrific season. In the 2 loss elimination playoff format, Ashland beat Lowell in game 1 but then lost to Sudbury in game 2, and Lowell in game 3. Ashland Post 77 finished the season at 15 and 8. Unfortunately no state tournament this year but congratulations to Team Manager Richard Powell, Head Coach Dan Sullivan and all the Ashland Post 77 players on a terrific run in 2014.

Another local legion team with some Hiller players is Milford Post 59 and congratulations to Milford Legion as they won the District 4 playoffs and reached the state tournament. Milford won the District 4 playoffs and the first 3 games of the state tournament. Milford recently lost to Kingstown 13-10 but will play the winner of Newburyport and Kingstown. All games that were supposed to be played on Friday August 1st, have been postponed due to rain. Time, Date and Location of makeup games to be determined.

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IRS Warns of Scams

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1 August, 2014

The Internal Revenue Service today warned consumers about a sophisticated phone scam targeting taxpayers, including recent immigrants, throughout the country. Victims are told they owe money to the IRS and it must be paid promptly through a pre-loaded debit card or wire transfer. If the victim refuses to cooperate, they are then threatened with arrest, deportation or suspension of a business or driver's license. In many cases, the caller becomes hostile and insulting.

Advance Care Planning

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by Rick Gulla, Executive Producer, Physician Focus
31 July, 2014

None of us likes to think about the end of life, despite the fact that we know it will come at some time. Making the hard decisions about your own or a loved one’s health care toward the end of life can be unsettling, even troubling. In some cases, family turmoil can result.

Advance care planning – another term for preparing for the end-of-life - can help to make that difficult process a little easier. It can ensure one’s wishes are fulfilled, provide for a peaceful passing, and avoid potential family disruption.

Dr. John Melling, 66

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30 July, 2014

Dr. John Melling, 66, of Hopkinton, passed away at his home surrounded by his family on Tuesday, July 29, 2014. Born in Connecticut, he was the son of the late Frances and George Melling. He was the husband of Alicia Melling.

Dr. Melling ran a thriving orthodontic practice for several decades and truly enjoyed the communities and families that became such an important part of his life.

William J. McRobert, 74

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29 July, 2014

William J. McRobert, 74, died Monday, July 28, 2014 after a long illness. He was the husband of Mary M. (Kearnan) McRobert, to whom he was married for 50 years. Born in Natick, he was the son of the late Philip and Esther (Hoey) McRobert.

He was a 1958 graduate of Hopkinton High School.and served in the U.S. Air Force. In 1964 he became an officer for the Hopkinton Police Department and he remained there, retiring as Chief in January 1999.

Oscar Kamishlian, 77

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by Mike Torosian, Production Coordinator
29 July, 2014

Oscar Kamishlian, 77, of Hopkinton, passed away Tuesday, July 29, 2014 in his home surrounded by his family. He was the husband of Lois M. (Farrar) Kamishlian of 53 years. He was born in Watertown, son of the late Oscar and Martha (Mouradian) Kamishlian and lived in Watertown before moving to Hopkinton in 1955. He was educated in the Watertown schools. He was a U.S Army Veteran.

Mr. Kamishlian, owned and operated his plumbing and Heating Service for many years in the local area, retiring in 1985. He was a member of the Vineyard Church in Hopkinton.

Conservation Commission Reviews Deneen Road, Tammer Lane and others

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by Kelsey Simonson, Staff Producer
29 July, 2014

The conservation commission met Monday, July 28th, to continue old hearings and hear new proposals of environmental significance in Hopkinton.

Robert Bushway Resigns as Hopkinton’s Principal Assessor

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29 July, 2014

Hopkinton’s Board of Assessor Chair, Dr. John Duffy, and Norman Khumalo, Town Manager, regret to announce that Mr. Bob Bushway has resigned from his position as Principal Assessor effective Friday, August 1, 2014. Mr. Bushway’s contribution to the Town during his 15-year tenure, and at a time when the Town was experiencing tremendous growth, is remarkable. During that time his passion for his work here in Hopkinton was evident in his work with the Board of Assessors, his professional representation of the Town, and his respectful interaction with the Town’s residents.

Absentee Ballot Notice for September 9, 2014

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28 July, 2014

The September 9, 2014 State Primary Election Absentee Ballots are now available at the Town Clerk’s Office. Absentee ballots are for those registered voters who are unable to vote at the polls on election day due to: (1) absence from the town during normal polling hours; (2) physical disability preventing you from going to the polling place; or (3) religious belief. The deadline to request an absentee ballot is at Also, the last day to register to vote and change party enrollment for the September 9, 2014 State Primary Election is Wednesday, August 20, 2014 (MGL c. 51; §26).

Work Begins on the Sky's the Limit Courtyard at Hopkinton Middle School

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28 July, 2014

Additional Donations are Key to Opening Doors this Fall

July 22, 2014 --- Preliminary work has begun on The Sky's the Limit Courtyard at Hopkinton Middle School in an effort to open the doors to the courtyard for the 2014-2015 school year.

Plumbing and electrical work is currently in progress to prepare for masonry and door installation. In addition, updates to the security system, adaptations to ensure compliance with ADA Accessibility standards and initial landscaping to provide proper grading and drainage must be completed before Phase II can begin.

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