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Hopkinton Public Library Foundation Chosen by Staples Associate to Receive $1,000 Grant

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Hopkinton Public Library Foundation (HPLF) has been awarded $1,000 by Staples Foundation, the private charitable arm of Staples, Inc., under a program that lets Staples associates direct donations.

Hopkinton resident and Staples associate, Dianne Keohane, nominated HPLF for the grant.
“My family is contributing to the library expansion and renovation through 1000 Homes for Hopkinton Library. I am thankful that Staples is also contributing through 2 Million & Change to a cause that is such an integral part of our community,” she said.

Joanne Duffy, 85

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Joanne Duffy, 85, of Hopkinton, passed away Monday, February 1, 2016. Born in Braintree, she was the daughter of the late Anne (Belmore) and George MacDonald. She was the wife of the late John Joseph Duffy.

Joanne enjoyed gardening and spending time with her grandchildren.

HopkintonWX.com Update

By Eric Carty, Assistant Hockey Coach, WBZ Ch 4 Weather Watcher, National Weather Service Spotter

A big warm up is on the way in stark contrast to last year when we never made it to 40 in February. We could break the record on Wednesday as temps approach the 60 mark!

HopkintonWX.com Update

By Eric Carty, Assistant Hockey Coach, WBZ Ch 4 Weather Watcher, National Weather Service Spotter

A big warm up is on the way in stark contrast to last year when we never made it to 40 in February. We could break the record on Wednesday as temps approach the 60 mark!

All Invited to St. Paul’s Ash Wednesday Service February 10

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St. Paul’s Episcopal Church will mark the beginning of the Lenten Season with a special Ash Wednesday service. On February 10 at 7:00 p.m. there will be the Imposition of Ashes (a sign of our mortality) and Holy Eucharist (a sign of Christ’s presence). All are welcome. St. Paul’s Episcopal Church is located at 61 Wood Street (Rte. 135) in Hopkinton. The mission of the church is to minister unconditionally to all in the name of Christ through shared worship, teaching, healing, and service.

Editorial: Supporting Marty Lamb for Republican State Committee

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Dear Editor,

We are writing in support of Marty Lamb for Republican State Committee. Marty is a true leader with pure motives.

As one of the chairmen of the successful effort to repeal automatic gas tax hikes, Marty built a grassroots team of over 1000 volunteers. The effort to stop the worst tax increase in history of our state helped GOP candidates and helped carry Charlie Baker into office!

Moreover, Marty Lamb saved us all money at the pump.

Editorial: Supporting Marty Lamb for Republican State Committee

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Dear Editor,

We are writing in support of Marty Lamb for Republican State Committee. Marty is a true leader with pure motives.

As one of the chairmen of the successful effort to repeal automatic gas tax hikes, Marty built a grassroots team of over 1000 volunteers. The effort to stop the worst tax increase in history of our state helped GOP candidates and helped carry Charlie Baker into office!

Moreover, Marty Lamb saved us all money at the pump.

Coordinated Program Review March 14-18th

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Dr. Cathy MacLeod, Superintendent of the Hopkinton Public Schools was informed by the Department of
Elementary and Secondary Education of an upcoming Coordinated Program Review that will be taking
place this school year. As part of this Coordinated Program Review, Department staff will visit the district
during the week of March 14, 2016 – March 18, 2016. Such visits are routinely conducted by the
Department to satisfy federal and state requirements for the periodic review of specific education

Senate Passes Pay Equity Legislation

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BOSTON, MA –The Massachusetts Senate passed legislation today to strengthen the Massachusetts Equal Pay Act to further close the wage gap between male and female workers in the Commonwealth. The bill, S2107, sponsored by Senator Pat Jehlen (D-Somerville) and Senator Karen Spilka (D-Ashland), seeks to bridge the wage gap by ensuring equal pay for comparable work, establishing pay transparency and requiring fairness in hiring practices.

Former MA Federation of Republican Women President Endorses Lamb

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Holliston, MA ...Today Marty Lamb, candidate for Republican State Committee, announced that he has won the endorsement of Celeste Wilson, who was the President of the Massachusetts Federation of Republican Women (MFRW) for 8 years before their charter was forced to be removed by the National Federation of Republican Women (NFRW).

"I am proud to endorse Marty Lamb for State Committee. He truly cares about the party and will make a great State Committeeman," said Wilson. "Marty did an outstanding job repealing automatic gas tax hikes. His efforts helped the entire GOP ticket."