Archive for April 2022
Youth Advisory Committee Seeks Members
The Youth Advisory Board which oversees Holliston Youth and Family Services is seeking new membership to fill vacancies on the Board. The membership is a two 2-year term.
Hollistonian Assists Local Quilters Raise Funds for Ukrainian Refugees
“Hope for Ukraine,” a queen size blue and yellow quilt made by members of Yankee Quilters Guild, will be raffled to support efforts to resettle Ukrainian refugee families arriving in Massachusetts.
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National Drug Take Back Day at HPD – Saturday
The Holliston Police Department Headquarters is the local drop off location for unneeded medications.
Saturday, April 30th, 10 am – 2 pm.
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Week #2: Holliston Senior Softball Wrap-Up: (thru 4/24)
They’re baaaccckkk. Sports ‘reporter’ Ken Sawyers offers his first summary from the fledgling 2022 season.
Look for his weekly recaps every Friday during the HSSL season.
Holliston’s Rail Trail Run Returns in May
The 7th annual Rail Trail Run is returning on Sunday May 15th to the crushed stone path through nature along Holliston’s Rail Trail.
Holliston Garden Club Plant Sale – May 7th
The Holliston Garden Club’s annual plant sale is Saturday, May 7, from 9 am to noon at the green in front of First Congregational Church, 725 Washington St.
Dorothy Louise Wheeler at 92
Dorothy Louise Wheeler, 92, of Holliston, passed away on Monday, April 25, 2022.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 28th from 4:00-7:00 p.m. at the Chesmore Funeral Home of Holliston, 854 Washington St.
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Select Board Discusses Economic Development
The Holliston Select Board (SB) held a relatively short meeting on Monday, April 25, 2022. Chair Tina Hein called the meeting to order at the stroke of 7:00pm.
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Fire / EMS Log for Week of April 15 – 21, 2022
HFD covered the ‘normal’ calls for emergency service during this reporting period.
Several HFD personnel and pieces of equipment provided backup to Hopkinton and Ashland during the Marathon.
Last Week to Purchase ‘A Prize A Day for the Month of May’ Calendar
Holliston Newcomers & Neighbors ‘A Prize a Day for the Month of May’ calendar raffle is in its last week of sales before we start picking winners! Last day to purchase a calendar is May 1st!
Holliston Happenings: Week of April 24 – 30, 2022
A busy week on Holliston’s calendar. Lots to learn starting with the Historical Society’s presentation TODAY at 2:00pm.
Civics Sunday: May Town Meeting Warrant Announced
Notice is hereby given that the Town of Holliston’s 2022 Annual Town Meeting will commence at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, May 9, 2022.
Holliston Governance Committee Update #1
This is the first in a series of periodic updates from the Governance Committee.
As the committee continues its work over the next several months, GC Chair Sam Tyler will provide progress reports.
Upcoming Library Events
Library Director Leslie McDonnell shares events and resources that are available through the Holliston Public Library.
Enjoy!
Let The Spring Flower Show Begin!
Spring is a time for renewed life around town. Color pops out of everywhere. My unofficial survey asks, “What is your colorful sign of spring?” Is it forsythia, daffodils, pansies or another lovely that catches your eye?
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Holliston Real Estate Sales: March 2022 – Part 2
This includes the remainder of the March 2022 property sales and the month-to-month comparison data.
Select Board Meets on Tuesday, April 19,2022
The Holliston Select Board held its weekly meeting on Tuesday, April 19, 2022, as Monday the Commonwealth observed Patriots’ Day. Chair Tina Hein called the meeting to order at 7:00pm.
Shredding Day – Saturday April 23rd; HHS; 9:00 to Noon
In honor of Earth Day, Vesta Real Estate Group, will be hosting Vesta’s 10th annual FREE Shredding Day. This great event is on April 23rd from 9am to Noon; located at the
parking lot of Holliston High School.
All proceeds will benefit the Friends of the Holliston Trails.
History of Holliston’s Fountain
This item, written by Joanne Hulbert and edited by Liz Theiler, was submitted by Sharon Thornton to give everyone the background on the water fountain that will soon reappear near Town Hall. The Holliston Garden Club has adorned the old fountain with plantings each year.
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Standard & Poor’s Reaffirms Holliston’s AAA Rating
In June of 2021, the Town of Holliston received an upgraded bond rating from Standard & Poor’s Global Ratings (“S&P”) to AAA, the highest available long-term rating on its outstanding general obligation (GO) bonds (upgraded from AA+). As of April 2022, the Town’s AAA bond rating has been reaffirmed, with a “Stable” outlook.