Author: Amy Ritterbusch

Library Foundation Update

Library Foundation Update

According to an article in today’s Metrowest Daily News, the Hopkinton Public Library Foundation has raised $225,000 toward its goal of $1 million in four years. HPLF has started a ‘1,000 homes for Hopkinton Library’ campaign, and signs in the yards of donors are popping up around town. 

Hopkinton Police “Like It – Lock It” Campaign

Hopkinton Police “Like It – Lock It” Campaign

The Hopkinton Police Department has identified property crime as a high priority in our community. In response the Police Department has announced a new campaign to prevent crime. The Like it – Lock It campaign asks citizens to take an active role in protecting their 

Executive Session Minutes Released

Executive Session Minutes Released

At the November 25 School Committee meeting, Chair Nancy Burdick reported that the School Committee had voted at that evening’s Executive Session to release several Executive Session meeting minutes from the 2011-12 school year. Click here to read a PDF of the minutes. (Please note 

With lead gift by Sandra and Kevin Delbridge, 50 Families Contribute $175,000 to the Library Renovation

With lead gift by Sandra and Kevin Delbridge, 50 Families Contribute $175,000 to the Library Renovation

In the first month of the “1000 Homes for Hopkinton Library” Challenge,  50 families, individuals, businesses and organizations have pledged or given $1,000 or more to the Hopkinton Public Library Foundation (HPLF) for the renovation and expansion of Hopkinton Library.   With a generous lead gift 

Mother-Daughter Princess Tea Jan 26 to Benefit the Library

Mother-Daughter Princess Tea Jan 26 to Benefit the Library

3rd Annual Mother-Daughter Princess Tea You are cordially invited by the Hopkinton Public Library Foundation Date: Sunday, January 26, 2014 Time: 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. Location: Westborough DoubleTree 5400 Computer Dr, Westborough, MA 01581 This fun afternoon features: Live performances by Disney’s Belle, Cinderella, and Rapunzel Delicious sundae 

Sweet for the Library!

Sweet for the Library!

Treat yourself and our Library this holiday season! Place a holiday order for fabulous treat packages from local Hopkinton business P.Y.LE Sweets (Please Yourself with Luscious Edible Sweets) and 15% of the proceeds will be donated to the renovation and expansion of Hopkinton Public Library. 

Give the Gift of Reading

Give the Gift of Reading

Hopkinton Public Library Foundation is holding a book drive for Project Just because this holiday season. Books are needed across all ages, from preschool to high school.  All donations of NEW books will be included in children’s holiday packages. Donate NEW books until December 20th at the 

School Transportation Public Forum Thurs Dec 5

School Transportation Public Forum Thurs Dec 5

The Superintendent recently announced a Transportation Policy public forum to be held on Thursday at 6:00pm at the Middle School. Join her for an overview of proposed updates and changes related to bus pass application deadlines and late penalties, childcare scheduling, bus stop switching at the 

Milford Casino Defeated

Milford Casino Defeated

On November 19, 57% of Milford’s registered voters turned out at the polls. The proposed Foxwoods-backed Crossroads Casino was voted down by a nearly 2-to-1 margin with 3,480 votes in favor and 6,361 opposed. Remaining contenders for the East region casino license are Wynn Resorts 

Public Input Requested for new Strategic Plan

Public Input Requested for new Strategic Plan

The Hopkinton School Committee is beginning the process of developing a new 5-year Strategic Plan to guide the work of the district. The School Committee is seeking input from across the community to use as the foundation for targeted goals and outcomes. To gather information 

High School Principal Update

High School Principal Update

In a listserv email on Friday, November 1, Dr. Cathy MacLeod let parents know that she has accepted the resignation of Michael Cournoyer as Hopkinton High School Principal. She also announced the permanent appointment of Mr. Evan Bishop as Principal. Secondly she announced the appointment of Mr. Jake 

Hopkinton Citizen Survey Results 2013

Hopkinton Citizen Survey Results 2013

At the October 1, 2013 Hopkinton Board of Selectmen meeting, the National Citizen Survey™ (NCS) presented the results of the recent survey it conducted on behalf of the town. The presentation explained that it was a valid scientific survey using a random selection of 1,200 households