1. A Day in the Life of an ASP Volunteer

by Grace Ballenger 9/4/10

St, Michael's Church Sends Youth Volunteers to Appalachia This summer, St. Michael’s Episcopal Church sent twelve young people, together with four adult leaders, to spend a week working with the Appalachian Service Project (ASP), a long-established organization that supports house repairs for low-income families in Appalachia.  One of the young people, Grace Ballenger, wrote the following account to give church members an idea of her experiences. The Rev. Christine Whittaker. The Saint Michael's volunteers gather at Saint Michel's Episcopal church before leaving on their mission trip. (From left to right) Cathy Harper, Chris Hagen, Sam Rider, Mark Fitzgerald, Grace Ballenger, Elizabeth Plume, Abbey Campbell, Doug Hathaway, Karla Garvin, John Fitzgerald, Kelsey Harper, Emily Rider, Raeburn Hathaway, Mason Waltner, C.J. Harper, Tom Waltner.  ..........      In July I was given the incredible opportunity to journey to West Virginia with fifteen other volunteers from Saint Michael’s. We were away for nine days, and spent five days in West Virginia working on two different houses. We spent part of each day in work, in fellowship, and in prayer. Here I will attempt to share what a day from ASP is like.  

2. Board of Health Met 9-2-2010

by Paul Saulnier 9/3/10

Board of Health Met 9-2-2010 A variance hearing, Covanta, and the Water Department topped the board's agenda.

3. Prepare for Earl

by Chief Michael Cassidy 9/2/10

Tips to Get Ready for Earl

4. Selectmen Meet August 30th

by Bobby Blair 8/30/10

Selectmen Meet August 30th Selectmen will review whether to keep new Police Chief selection in-house...

5. Oxen in Vermont

by Bill Tobin 8/25/10

Oxen in training Another world, and not that far away

6. Spilka Announces Additional Ed Funds

by Press Release 8/25/10

Spilka Announces Additional Ed Funds Holliston to receive $343,005...  

7. Julia Coppelman Awarded Jensen-Sheehan Scholarship

by Press Release 8/25/10

Julia Coppelman Awarded Jensen-Sheehan Scholarship Julia Coppelman, 2010 graduate of Holliston High School, is the recipient of the Jensen-Sheehan Insurance Agency - Bill and Mary Sheehan scholarship.

8. Water Ban Modified

by Linda Mann 8/25/10

Mandatory Odd/Even Water Ban Effective September 1, 2010

9. Flushing to Begin at a Hydrant Near You

by Linda Mann 8/24/10

Flushing of Hydrants Near You HYDRANT FLUSHING WILL BE DONE THROUGHOUT HOLLISTON BEGINNING SEPTEMBER 1, 2010   

10. Agriculture Commission Supports Pantry Shelf

by Bill Tobin 8/24/10

Agriculture Commission  Supports Pantry Shelf The Holliston Agricultural Commission sponsored a dinner party for the  Holliston Pantry Shelf. Truffles Grille in Milford hosted the fund raiser.

11. Selectmen Meet August 23rd

by Bobby Blair 8/23/10

Selectmen Meet August 23rd Police Chief selection process on hold;  Capt. John Murphy of the Holliston Fire Department cited  

12. Confused Skunk

by Bill Tobin 8/21/10

Confused Skunk A skunk is not always in control.. This Saturday morning visitor on Winthrop Street had no idea what do to regain his supremacy.

13. Mosquitoes At Large

by Public Sevice Announcement 8/20/10

 HEALTH OFFICIALS SEE INCREASED RISK OF MOSQUITO-BORNE ILLNESSES IN MASSACHUSETTS Residents are urged to take precautions to avoid mosquito bites.

14. Mississippi Trip

by Katie Connors 8/18/10

Mississippi Mission Trip Makes a Difference   Over 90 volunteers from St. Mary's Parish again assisted victims of  Hurricane Katrina in Lizana, Mississippi, where there is still much to do, five years after the disaster. 

15. Hot Dogs in Western Holliston

by Bill Tobin 8/18/10

Hot Dogs in Western Holliston Another hot dog stand opens in Holliston... Jeannie's Weenies offers Hot Dogs on the Run at Washington and Chestnut Streets.

16. The Mantells' Observations Downtown

by Bill Tobin 8/15/10

The Mantells' Observations Downtown (Two years ago today)  Enjoying a pleasant day on the sidewalks of Holliston...  ...Are they resting, shopping, sunning or awaiting cocktails? 

17. Rolling Thunder Passes Through Holliston

by Paul Saulnier 8/15/10

Rolling Thunder Passes Through Holliston Rolling Thunder received permission from the Selectmen to bike through town on August 15th for their seventh annual event between 11 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. The Middlesex County Sherriff's Department provided a police escort.

18. Senior Center Fall Fair & Yard Sale

by Press Release 8/15/10

Senior Center Fall Fair & Yard Sale Submitted by Maggie Raftus The Holliston Senior Center is “full speed ahead” preparing for the Fall Fair & Yard Sale to be held on September 11 from 9-3 at the Center at 150 Goulding Street.  (Charlie Coles, Chairman of the Fall Fair) Charlie's motto is don't throw anything away, it can always be used for something -- thus, his pumpkin hard hat.

19. Donations Headed to Afghanistan

by Bobby Blair 8/14/10

Donations Headed to Afghanistan Donations collected by students this past spring are headed to Afghanistan...

20. Voter Registration and Absentee Voting

by Bill Tobin 8/13/10

Voter Registration and Absentee Voting Are you a registered voter? Are you going to be away on September 14th? Act now to register and /or apply for an absentee ballot. Be a respsonsible citizen and VOTE.

21. Park Problems

by Bill Tobin 8/11/10

Park Problems The Park Commissioners need cooperation and help... Teen behavior and littering are problematic at the parks.

22. Representative Dykema Hosts Family Fun Day

by Bill Tobin 8/8/10

Representative Dykema Hosts Family Fun Day The Holliston Historical Society grounds were the site of the old tyme family fun day, hosted by Representative Carolyn Dykema. Music, games, pony rides, face painting and food took place on a beautiful Sunday afternoon, with a sociable meet-and-greet atmosphere.  

23. Birmingham Breaks C&R Record

by Press Release 8/8/10

Birmingham Breaks C&R Record David Birmingham showed up for the hot dog eating contest in a mustard - colored tee shirt.  

24. Highland Street Happenings

by Bill Tobin 8/6/10

Highland Street Traffic Detoured.  What is going on?  Long awaited sidewalks is the answer, Hollis Street to Prospect Street.

25. Celebrate Holliston/Citizen of the Year

by Bill Tobin 7/30/10

Celebrate Holliston/Citizen of the Year It is that time of year again....you have the opportunity to nominate a  man and/or woman to be considered for the grand title of Holliston  CITIZEN of the YEAR.