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Violette S. Bowker, 86

By Michelle Murdock, Freelance Writer

Violette S. Bowker, 86, died Wednesday, January 23, 2013 at the Holden Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Center, Holden, MA. She was the widow of the late Raymond E. Bowker, who died in December 1981. Born in Lowell, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Cecile (Dionne) Lauze.

She was a member of the Hopkinton Historical Society and St. John's Altar Guild. She was well-known as a seamstress in the area.

Award Winning Author Michael Tougias Coming to Library

By Michelle Murdock, Freelance Writer

Award winning author Michael Tougias will present a slideshow based on his exciting new book, "A Storm Too Soon", a true story of disaster,survival and an incredible rescue. A book signing will follow the presentation.

Michael Tougias is an award winning author of two books including several true survival thrillers: Fatal Forecast, Overboard!, Ten Hours Until
Dawn, and The Finest Hours (co-authored). Disney Studio is currently filming the movie version of his book The Finest Hours.

Hiller Hockey

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

The Hiller hockey program almost had it's second straight last period comeback in a week. After the Varsity scored 3 goals in the third against Milford to earn the tie, the JV's were looking to equal the task. Falling behind 2-0, Dan Delaney made a great end to end rush and finished it off with a great pass to Alex Juffras who buried it to put the Hillers on the board. Down 3-1to Ashland in the last period, the sustained fore check made for several chances. With the goalie pulled the Hiller attack again scored as Juffras netted his second of the night from Ryan Cunniff and Will Lindon.

Hiller Hockey

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

The Hiller hockey program almost had it's second straight last period comeback in a week. After the Varsity scored 3 goals in the third against Milford to earn the tie, the JV's were looking to equal the task. Falling behind 2-0, Dan Delaney made a great end to end rush and finished it off with a great pass to Alex Juffras who buried it to put the Hillers on the board. Down 3-1to Ashland in the last period, the sustained fore check made for several chances. With the goalie pulled the Hiller attack again scored as Juffras netted his second of the night from Ryan Cunniff and Will Lindon.

Boys and Girls Track Goes to 7-0 against Holliston

By Michelle Murdock, Freelance Writer

Another win for the Boys and Girls Track teams today in an away meet against Holliston. For the boys, Tim Bolick took first place in the 600M with a finish time of 1:31.8 and the boys swept the dash with Jack Lampert (5.3), Tim Jenis (5.4) and Aaron Johnson (5.5). The final score was Hopkinton 60, Holliston 26.

In the girls meet, Hopkinton beat Holliston by a score of 54-32. First, second and third place in the hurdles went to the Hillers with Kaylin Albanese coming in first (7.2) followed by Beidleman (7.3) and Belisle (7.5).

Scale Model of Hoyt Statue on Display in Library

By Michelle Murdock, Freelance Writer

A scale model of the life-size bronze sculpture of Rick and Dick Hoyt that will be installed in front of Center School in April is currently on display at the Hopkinton Public Library. The display will give fans and supporters of the Hoyts an idea of how impressive the sculpture will be when it is unveiled on April 8, 2013, prior to the running of the 117th Boston Marathon.

"The Library is quite honored to display this dramatic work of art and we welcome you to stop by to see the maquette," said Library Director Rownak Hussain.

John A. "Jack" McKenzie, 75

By contributor,

John A. "Jack" McKenzie, 75, died Monday, January 21, 2013 in Worcester. He was the husband of Ann (Hession) McKenzie, to whom he was married for 49 years. Born in Waltham, he was the son of the late Alexander and Mary (O'Brien) McKenzie. He was a 1956 graduate of Waltham High School and served as a sergeant in the U.S. Army. He was employed as a master plumber and was a member of the Local 12 Plumbers and Gas Fitters Union.

Sidewalk Survey: Planning Board Wants Your Input

By contributor,

Where do you want to walk, and can you do it safely now?

The Planning Board is working on an update to the 2007 Hopkinton Master Plan and needs your help. The Board will be including a new section that recommends priority locations for new sidewalks, to improve pedestrian mobility and safety, and would like specific input from residents as to where sidewalks are needed.

To provide input, please use this online form.