Archive for October 2021
Holliston Happenings: Week of October 31, 2021
This week starts with Halloween and ends with Daylight Saving Time going away. Property taxes are due on Monday (pay online to beat the rush). There are several Town board / committee meetings to check out.
And Joy Returns To Mudville
Mudville’s Walter McClennen turns an historic lament into a poem of repaving delight.
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Holliston Senior Center – November Activities
Senior Center Asst. Dir. Amanda Boralessa provides a sneak peek at what’s on tap at the Senior Center in November.
Historical Society to Host Local Author and Publisher
The Holliston Historical Society, 547 Washington Street, will present a one-hour program titled “So You’d Like To Write A Book” on Veterans Day, Thursday, November 11th at 7 pm.
HN&N Thanksgiving Drive 2021 – Reminder
It’s not too late to support Holliston Newcomers & Neighbors’ effort to bring holiday meals and messages to others in the community.
Pumpkin Patrol Postponed One Day
The forecast for heavy rain (again!) has prompted the Holliston Police to postpone the annual Pumpkin Patrol until Sunday, October 31st – same times 10 am to 2 pm.
Holliston To Host Flu Shot Clinic
The Holliston Board of Health announces a Flu shot clinic for ages 9 and up on November 20, 2021
Elementary School Lunch Menu – November 2021
Holliston School Nutrition Director Susan Palefsky shares the November menu for Placentino and Miller Schools.
Local Shopkeepers say “Buy It Now”
Kamala Boutique owner Kate Lamontague told the Holliston Reporter on Wednesday that sixty to seventy percent of her merchandise is either held up or canceled. Lamontague said that her business hasn’t popped back since the pandemic arrived nearly twenty months ago. People just didn’t come out Lamontague explained.
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Holliston Cable Access, Inc. Notice of Annual Meeting of Corporation and Board of Directors
Holliston Cable Access, Inc. and Board of Directors will hold its annual meeting on Wednesday, November 10, 2021 at 7:00 PM.
Select Board Appoints New Highway Superintendent
Holliston Select Board Chair Tina Hein called the October 25, 2021 meeting to order at 7:02pm. The first order of business was to meet Robert Walker, the finalist candidate for the interim position of Highway Superintendent.
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Fire / EMS Log for Week of October 15 – 21, 2021
In addition to responding to several medical emergencies during this reporting period, an HFD firefighter assisted with a large area search in Hopedale.
HNN Great Pumpkin Rail Trail Walk October 31st
Holliston Newcomers & Neighbors invites you to join us at our Great Pumpkin Trail Walk on Sunday, October 31st from 10:00am-12:00pm at the Holliston Rail Trail. There are games set up along the first section of the trail up to the first bridge – great for young kids of all ages – and small prizes are distributed. The Great Pumpkin Trail Walk is an allergy-free way to celebrate Fall for the whole family.
ONEmetrowest Campaign Emphasizes Community Service, and A $50,000 Match
Building off their successful 2020 campaign, the Foundation for MetroWest announces its 2nd annual ONEmetrowest Day on October 29th with an increased emphasis on community involvement and raising critical support for its mission. The Foundation, with the support of Foundation Trustee Louis Crosier, and his wife Hope, will match every gift made on ONEmetrowest Day, up to $50,000. In another effort to step up for the community, the Foundation for MetroWest is calling on community members to volunteer with one of six participating non-profit partners, going the extra mile to invest in the region through action.
Holliston Happenings: Week of October 24, 2021
Halloween festivities abound this week culminating with a full blown trick or treat next Sunday.
HPD Hosts its “Pumpkin Patrol”
Police Chief Matthew Stone announces HPD’s Pumpkin Patrol to be held at the HPD headquarters, Saturday, October 30 from 10 am – 2 pm.
Suffrage Movement Program at Historical Society
On November 4, 2021, at 7:30 PM, the Holliston Historical Society will hold a Rally in the Barn at 547 Washington St., Holliston!
Lions 2nd Annual Treat Transport
It’s that time of year again! Time for the gremlins to start showing their true colors. The Holliston Lions Club is once again urging families to take part in our treat transport. For the second year in a row, we’ll be jazzing up a few cars, adding a few goblins to the seats and we’ll deliver treats to your children at your home.
Holliston Real Estate Sales: September 2021 – Part 2
Here is the remainder of the Holliston properties that transferred ownership in September and the year-to-date totals / comparisons.
Holliston Fire’s Quarterly Summary of Calls for Service
Fire Chief Michael Cassidy shares a breakdown of the number and types of calls to which HFD responded in the first quarter of this fiscal year.
As a comparison, he provides the total calls from July 2020 – June 2021.