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Loss of Town Clerk an Ache Felt in Hopedale’s Heart By Marjorie Turner Hollman Long-time Hopedale town clerk and selectwoman Janet Orff Jacaruso has left a huge hole in the community in the wake of her recent death April 4, at age 55. Black bunting and a black bow adorn the walls and door to the town clerk’s office. Flags flew at half staff in town in her honor on the Monday April 6 following her death. Jacaruso lived most of her life in Hopedale, and graduated from Hopedale High School in 1977. Former library director of Hopedale’s Bancroft Library, Elaine Molloy confirmed, “Janet was a Hopedalian from the getgo. Hiring Janet to work at the Library was a crowning event of my time as library director. She came to the library asking to volunteer, and willingly did the dreaded job of cutting out newspaper articles that mentioned
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EGG-CITING MORNING Children joined DJ Mike Rutkowski for a fun-filled morning of dancing, games, and a giant egg hunt on Saturday, April 11 at the Hopedale Community House lawn. Photo by David Hodgdon, Millennium Realty
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All the flags in Hopedale were flown at half staff recently to honor town clerk and selectwoman Janet Orff Jacaruso who passed away.
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Hopedale. When we had an opening, I offered her the job. “We were on such a strict budget. We reused mailing envelopes—I can still picture her carefully peeling off mailing labels so we could reuse the envelopes. She was the most civic-minded individual, a blessing. But when I think of her, I think of Janie, our kid’s baby sitter, who was ready to get right into the sandbox to play with them.” Jacaruso moved on from the town library to the elementary school library, where her job was to read to the children. Memorial Elementary School media teacher Laurie Wodin recalled that “Janet helped me design the Park Street Elementary School library. She painted the room, and she and I created a balloon arch when we first opened it up. It was a lot of mayhem with
balloons, but we got it done. Each year Janet loved to read one particular book to the children who were in kindergarten through grade 2—Harvey Potter’s Balloon Farm. She sat in a big chair to read to the children, knew all the kids’ names and emitted love in such a warm, welcoming way. Later, when she worked in the town clerk’s office and these same kids had grown up and came to the clerk’s office to register to vote, she’d get so excited to see them again—it was so exciting for her.” Besides her passion for working with children, Jacaruso made time for older folks too. Director of the Council on Aging, Carole Mullen, recalled that “Older folks would come into Janet’s Town Clerk’s office, pull up a chair and talk. She always made time for people. She was a wonderful representative for Hopedale. So many people were touched by her kindness. Life is what you do for other people, and she embraced
that idea.” People outside Hopedale will also miss the gifts Jacaruso brought to any job she set out to accomplish. Long time town clerk in Medway, Mary Jane White said, “Janet was someone to rely on in doing my job. We conferred a lot on new projects and things that were mandated by the state. Town clerks—we call each other. She was always ready to come forward to help. Her death was a shock.” Jacaruso’s mother Beverly wanted people to know that “We never had to discipline Janet—she never gave us one day of grief. She was a perfect child.” Jacaruso was a dog-lover who delighted in the antics of her dogs. Some shared private stories of Janet staying by their side as she helped them bury a beloved dog, and even in the midst of tears, Janet found ways to laugh. Would that she was able to be here now, sharing this difficult time for an entire community. Instead, the
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people of Hopedale will have to put into practice the lessons Janet Jacaruso taught so many as she lived every day to the fullest. She leaves behind her parents, Hopedale residents Richard and Beverly Orff; her sons Alexander and Andrew; her brother Richard and his wife Michele; her partner Timothy Watson of Hopedale and his children Jake, Corey
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Kinky Boots show at PPAC in June The Hopedale Cultural Council is sponsoring a trip to Providence Performing Arts Center to see Kinky Boots. It will be at PPAC on Wednesday, June 10, 2015 at 7:00pm. The cost for the event is $90. This includes bus transportation from Hopedale to Providence. Winner of six Tony Awards, Kinky Boots is an inspirational story that follows a struggling
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Hopedale Bancroft Library News Holiday Closing Please note that the Library will be closed Monday May 25th in observance of Memorial Day. Museum Passes As we continue to move into spring and look forward to celebrating Mother’s Day and Memorial Day, consider borrowing one of the Museum passes from the Library. Go for a walk at Tower Hill Botanical Gardens or get free parking at a Massachusetts State Park. Visit the Library website at http://www.hopedale-ma. gov/Public_Documents/HopedaleMA_Library/index for a complete list of available passes. Book, Bake and Plant Sale Saturday May 16th is the date of the Spring Book, Bake and Plant sale. It will go from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Stock up on books. Cookies, candies, cakes and other delicious goodies and plants will also be available. Buy a raffle ticket or two – something for everyone! Book donations are currently being accepted and can be dropped off at any time. Donations of goodies and labeled plants are also welcome. Drop them off at the Library on Friday between 1-5 PM or by 9:30 AM on Saturday morning. Friends Membership Drive The annual membership drive for joining the Friends of the Library is currently taking place. Stop by the front desk to ask about becoming a member and learn more about the fabulous events scheduled for rest of this year. The Friends of the Hopedale Library was founded in 1983. We work with the library staff and trustees to support the library by providing funds for equipment, materials and programs not covered by the regular operating budget. We offer adult events September- June and pay for the children’s summer reading and other programs. New members are always welcome! More information can be found at http:// www.hopedale-ma.gov/public_ documents/hopedalema_library/ Friends or on our Facebook page. Ongoing Monthly Library Events Helen Symonds Book Group The Helen Symonds Book Group meets in the Library Program
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Mrs. Kraimer at 508-634-2209 or e-mail ekraimer@cwmars.org. Patrons are urged to register for programs – snacks and craft materials need to be planned, so we need to know how many children to expect. The Bancroft Memorial Library is located at 50 Hopedale Street, Hopedale, MA 01747. Call the Library at 508-634-2209 for program information. For updates throughout the month, Friend us on Facebook or check the library website linked from www.hopedale-ma.gov.
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Boosters, Youth B-ball host Charity Golf Tournament Date set for Saturday, June 13 The Hopedale Youth Basketball League (HYBL) and the Hopedale Boosters Club (HBC) are planning the 25th annual Hopedale Youth Charity Golf Tournament which will held at the Hopedale Country Club on Saturday, June 13. For the past 24 years, residents and supporters have counted on this tournament (taking place the Saturday after high school graduation) as a way to reconnect, have
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Calendar of Events May 4
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Selectmen meeting, 7 PM at Town Hall in the Draper room. May 5 School Comittee meeting, 6 PM at 25 Adin Street in the media center. May 6 The Helen Symonds Book Club, 1 PM to 3 PM will discuss Two Old Women: An Alaskan Legend of Betrayal, Courage, and Survival by Velma Wallis at Bancroft Memorial Library. For more information or the request a copy of the book call (508) 634-2209.
May 11 Housing Authority meeting, 9:30 AM at 116 Hopedale Street. May 12 Volunteer Breakfast, 9 AM at the Hopedale Senior Center. Catered by Atria Draper Place. Annual Town Election, 7 AM at 12 Dutcher Street. May 13 Twin River Trip, 10 AM presented by the Hopedale Senior Center. May 14
Planning Board meeting, 7 PM at Town Hall in the Draper Room.
COA lunch at Sacred Heart, 11:30 AM presented by the Hopedale Senior Center.
Historical Comission meeting, 7 PM at 12 Hopedale Street.
Park Comissioners Meeting, 6 PM at Boat House.
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May 15
Matinee Movie The Theory of Everything, 12:30 PM at the
Foreign Film Friday, 1:30 PM at Bancroft Memorial Li-
brary in the Program Room. Meet to view and discuss a foreign language film.
Meeting, 1 PM at the Hopedale Senior Center.
May 16
Mall Trip to Patriot Place, 9 AM at the Hopedale Senior Center.
Book, Bake, & Plant Sale, 10 AM to 2 PM at Bancroft Memorial Library. May 18 Selectman meeting, 7 PM at Town Hall in the Draper Room. May 19 Annual Town Meeting, 7 PM at 25 Adin Street in the Auditorium May 20 Spring Tea, 12 PM at the Hopedale Senior Center. The Hopedale High School Acapella Group will preform, following lunch, at 1 PM. Zoning Board of Appeals, 7 PM at Town Hall in the Draper Room.
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May 27 Lunchtime Chat, 11:30 at the Hopedale Senior Center. Presentation on “Sleep Issues as We Age” by Senior Sleep Technican from Metro West Sleep Center. June 2 Go the Distance State Walking Challenge, 10 AM presented by the Hopedale Senior Center. Meet at the intersection of Adin & Dutcher (across from the High School). Walk one mile and enjoy refreshements at the center following the walk. Community participation highly encouraged. Call (508) 634-2208 to register.
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Imagine a town excited about the opportunities of the present and enthusiastic about the prospects for the future that encourages widespread participation in town government. And imagine a town that supports evenhandedness across the needs of multiple generations. Hope alone is not a strategy. Hopedale must develop a strategic vision and work towards its fulfillment year over year. We must have the confidence to see over the horizon and use our long term vision as a guide. At the same time we must continue to look around each corner to ensure we are maintaining our fiscal diligence to keep Hopedale affordable for all who live and work here. God has granted me the talent to lead and I never shrink from that responsibility. Much is at stake in every election and this one is no different. It has been said that the best time to plant a tree is twenty years ago. The second best time is today. I run for Hopedale. Sincerely,
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LIVING HEALTHY Lasers and the Eye By Roger M. Kaldawy, M.D., Milford Franklin Eye Center Lasers can be very useful in treating many eye problems. From helping patients eliminate the need for glasses to cosmetic procedures of the eyelids, lasers have been very valuable in performing bladeless eye surgery while producing precise and safe outcomes. The world of eye surgery was revolutionized when in 1946, a German Ophthalmologist used the first laser to treat the retina. Laser is light amplified by stimulated emission of radiation. This produces photons acting in synchrony, with high power and precision.
Health risks from the use of laser pointers Lasers can be very helpful as a bladeless surgical device, but a note of caution: Laser pointers in hand-held, pen-like devices that project a beam of laser light are rapidly replacing the traditional wooden pointers used by lecturers during presentations. However, these pointers can be misused, for example, by students in classrooms or by children at home, and this has generated safety concerns.
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Laser use in Diabetes In some cases of diabetic eye disease, small blebs can form on the blood vessels of the retina. These can later cause bleeding and blurry vision. An Argon Laser can be helpful in treating these blebs. The same laser can treat the entire retina in a scatter fashion when more proliferation of abnormal blood vessels is noted.
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Sports Varsity LAX team hopes individual players strengths will add up to stronger record By Christopher Tremblay In only its second season as a varsity program the Hopedale boy’s lacrosse team knows that it’s not going to become a powerhouse overnight. Head coach Eric Moxim believes the Blue Raiders stickmen can become something, but it’s going to take some time. “Last year we won three more games than we should have,” Moxim said. “This year our goals are not going to be number related, but more individual. I’m asking the kids to step it up in their respective position and they will be held accountable by their teammates. Losing is not ok, but if the individual goals happen then they should perform better.” Although in its second varsity season, the Hopedale lacrosse program began a few years earlier with a club team and then a junior varsity season before becoming a varsity program last spring. Playing in the Dual Valley Conference, Hopedale was up against a wall in playing its league foes as there were no other lacrosse teams. With no league to play in, the MIAA put the Blue Raiders in the Mid Mass 2 League with the likes of Grafton, Northbridge and the Worcester schools. The so called non-league contests were against some of the top teams in the state, not really giving the first year program a chance at winning;
this year Hopedale will battle with teams that are more of their strength. “This year is our no-excuse year,” the coach said. “We should be a lot more competitive this year with the teams on our schedule, this will be better for us and them as well. I, myself, seem to be more excited about what our schedule looks like compared to a year ago.” Having graduated seven seniors from last year’s inaugural season, Moxim will not have that problem following this year as there is not a single senior on the Blue Raiders roster this spring. While the coach believes that his squad consists of better quality athletes, they have issues with the volume of numbers. Because of the lack of athletes, the coaching staff is forced to use seventh and eighth graders from the middle school and although some of them can hold their own, it’s not for the better of the players. And while there will be some eighth graders who will be able to contribute on the varsity level, their bodies are just not up to the rigors of playing against seasoned upper classmen. Junior midfielder and one of the team’s captains, Trevor Wilson will be looked upon to lead the Hopedale lacrosse team this season. Wilson, a CMASS All Star last year, scored more than
20 goals during the Blue Raiders campaign. Gerry Crepeau, a sophomore defender, like Wilson was also named unanimously by his peers to be a captain this season. Crepeau has emerged in the early goings this season as a team leader, taking his captain responsibilities seriously. Another sophomore playing aside Crepeau in the midfield will be JD Waswill, playing in his fourth season with Coach Moxim. The coach sees Waswill as a force to be reckoned with this year.
7th Annual - Hopedale Jr/Sr High School Blue Raider 5K Run/Walk The event will be held Saturday, May 16 at 10:00 am Start Time. Registration begins at 8:30 am Awards at 11:15 am Entry Fees: Pre-entry $20.00 (under 13 $15.00) Race Day $25.00 (under 13 $20.00) Walkers Welcome! Register Online at www. active.com.
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“The defense has turned the corner and I think that is mainly due to new coach Peter Sullivan,” Moxim said. “Peter has made a big difference with the kids on defense.” Another coach, Tim Pizzarelli (the Hopedale JV Coach), has been working with freshman goalie Dan Hollis. Hopedale happened to graduate their CMASS All Star keeper from a year earlier, pulling last year’s starting JV goalie up to the big leagues. “Dan has to really step it up this year. He has played summer
and winter lacrosse as well as attending camps,” the coach said. “Unfortunately he has an injured thumb, but will still be playing all four quarters with the varsity team and then suit up as the JV goalie.” Hopedale has no JV goalie at this point, although the coach is searching feverishly to find one. If Hollis happens to go down, Crepeau has volunteered to be the fill in. However that would leave an obvious hole on the defensive line. In addition to looking for offense from Wilson, the squad will be relying on junior Noah Luccini, a career hockey player that has come into the season with a bona fide excitement in his play. Another junior, Michael Foley, who has played golf his entire life until he was convinced last year by his friend and teammate Wilson to give the sport a shot, will be looked upon to contribute. Foley was named the team’s Most Improved player last year and the coach is looking for him to have an amazing season this spring. According to Moxim, he has put in the time and it has shown. One other athlete that the coach is looking to make an impact will be Cam Smith. Last year Smith was a midfielder, but has been switched to the defensive line this year to give the Blue Raiders a more physical type of player on the back line.
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Sports Hopedale Nine Has The Goods To Contend For DVC Title By Ken Hamwey Staff Sports Writer Josh Crescenzi likes the look of his Hopedale High baseball team. The junior-varsity coach for three years, Crescenzi enters his second year at the Blue Raiders’ helm after a rookie campaign that produced an 8-12 record. Last season, Hopedale lost six one-run games, a situation the 31-year-old Crescenzi hopes to reverse. “Our strengths are defense, leadership, experience and depth,’’ he said. “We’ve got speed and we’re strong up the middle. But, we need to improve on offense. Too many times last year we got runners on base but were unable to drive them in.’’ Hopedale had only three returning starters last year but now Crescenzi has seven and that kind of veteran nucleus should make life a lot easier. “Our goals this season are to compete for the Dual Valley title and qualify for the tourney,’’ said Crescenzi, who graduated from Milford High in 2002. “We not only want to get into the tourney but we want to advance. Both goals are realistic.’’ Two players who will play key roles are senior captains Kevin Lynch, a centerfielder, and catcher Kevin Bresciani. Lynch led the squad last year in hits (25), batting average (.379) and stolen bases (14). Lynch was a first-team DVC
lease is fast. On the mound, he had his seventh year at the high school, went 2-4 last year and led the staff a 3-1 record, relying on a fastball working in special education. “His in strikeouts. Using a fastball and and a curve. He’s got good loca- arm is strong, he’s aggressive and curve, he’s cool under pressure. tion and control.’’ athletic. Jonathan, who can also Rice pitched only two innings but Sophomore Brian Espanet at pitch, is effective at tracking down he’s a year-round pitcher. He’s imsecond base and senior Collin Ke- balls. At the end of last year, he be- proving and he throws hard.’’ aney at shortstop support Crescen- came a starter and adjusted well. The Blue Raiders, who opened zi’s claim about being strong up Steve didn’t play last year but he’s their season with a 12-11 victory the middle. Espanet, who also can a lefty hitter with natural baseball over Sutton, will again have Mike pitch, was a starter as a freshman ability. He’s got speed, is solid on MacQuarrie on board as the jayvee and Keaney led the Blue Raiders defense and will be our backup coach. MacQuarrie also will assist in RBIs with 16. catcher.’’ the energetic Crescenzi with the “Brian has lots of intensity,’’ Senior Joe Rice will be in a util- pitchers. Crescenzi’s father, Dave, Crescenzi said. “He’s strong at ity role, playing the outfield, third an outstanding player at Milford bat and in the field, and he can be base, second or filling in at D-H. High, with the Milford Legion and counted on for clutch hits. On the “Joe is a good contact hitter who’s for Boston University, is serving 36 Rakeville Circle • Bellingham, MA 02019 Photo by Steve Bassignani mound, we likely will use Brian improved his speed,’’ Crescenzi as a volunteer assistant. Former 508-883-3252Hopedale (Tel &High Fax) in relief. He’s got a good fastball said. player Ryan Mulry all-star last year and Bresciani, and good control. Collin is like a With pitchers like Lynch (No. is also assisting. Website: www.bellinghambulletin.com • E-mail: email@bellinghambull a .302 hitter, was a second-team vacuum at shortstop. He’s reli- 1 in the rotation), Bresciani and “I see Sutton, Blackstonechoice, leading Hopedale in runs able, consistent and he can hit for Espanet, Crescenzi also can count Millville, Nipmuc and Douglas scored. power.’’ on Foley, Finnegan and Rice as his as contenders for the DVC title,’’ Attn: Fax/Email: “Lynch gives us 100 percent all Stephen Foley and Patrick second, third and fourth starters. Crescenzi said. “I never underesSince 1994 Aa D P Rtimate ODVC Osquads. F We hope to the time,’’ said Crescenzi. “He’s a Finnegan, a pair of senior pitchers, “Foley threw one-hitter Please respond to confirm receipt of this proof. Carefully review the ad shown below and respond tremendous defensive outfielder will see action in the infield when against Blackstone Tech and lost,’’ improve and also be in the mix forASAP wit as address, telephone number, etc. We make every effort to insure the accuracy of your ad, however, the Bulletin and he can also pitch. On the they’re not hurling. Foley plays Crescenzi recalled. “He’s very the crown.’’ errors in any ad that has been reviewed by the customer. Changes in ad concept (not corrections) after proof will b mound, his control is good and he third and Finnegan has experience solid with his mechanics and his relies on a fastball and slider. He at first. “Stephen is improving at curve ball is excellent. Finnegan threw a one-hitter against St. Ber- third and is familiar with the ponard’s.’’ sition,’’ Creszenzi said. “Patrick, Bresciani, who can also pitch, who can also play third, does a struck out only once in 74 at-bats good job of keeping the ball in last year. front of him.’’ at “That’s a phenomenal statisBesides Lynch in centerfield, McKeon tic,’’ said Crescenzi, who played the other outfield slots will be Dance & Gymnastics baseball for Milford High and the handled by senior Sam Lawrence, Center Milford Legion. “Kevin compiled freshman Jonathan Rice and junior HALF-DAY THEME WEEKS that stat dealing with back spasms. Steve Stuppiello. Behind the plate, he’s solid on de“Sam has great range and Gym Weeks fense, has a good arm and his re- speed,’’ said Crescenzi, who’s in Jul. 6–10: Beach Blast & Luau Jul. 13–17: Princess & Super Heroes Jul. 20–24: American Girl Doll Aug. 3–7: Disney’s Frozen Aug. 10–14: Diva Party Aug. 17–21: Circus Week featuring “Ariel Silks”
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Hopedale Girls Varsity Softball off to a Strong Start By Anne Parker The Lady Raiders have started the season in the right direction. With a 5-2 record so far (3-0 in the Dual Valley) the team is looking strong and driven to attain a possible dual valley conference championship. The strong pitching of Sam Kelley and solid defensive play has yielded only a single run in the first 3 outings. The offense has been led with the hitting of Nicole Apicella with two homeruns, Leah Hyland and
Sarah Lambert, along with power hitting from Jordan Wilson, Jess Tomaso with one homerun, and Katie Koller who has recorded a grand-slam homerun al-
ready this season. The slap hitting of Kayana Farhat and Sarah Clement have been able to yield base runners for the rest of the line-up to drive-in. While the upcoming schedule has included tough opponents like Bellingham (Div 2 State Champs), Milford, and upcoming Notre Dame, coach Shana Lathrop’s team remains focused on their remaining dual valley games which include two games against arch-rival Nipmuc.
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HOME & GARDEN Hopedale native Sam Billings to speak on permaculture gardening May 16 “Recognizing the potential of the land; an introduction to permaculture” is a two hour presentation focused on how to garden in harmony with our natural landscapes. It is free and open to the public on Saturday, May 16, 10am-noon
at Hopedale Unitarian Church, 65 Hopedale St. For more information go to http://www.hopedaleunitarian.org/HUP/Announcements.html Hopedale native Sam Billings will be one of the speakers. He graduated from the University of
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Healthy Living Series starts on May 16 Hopedale Unitarian’s Healthy Living Series is a series of talks, demonstrations and workshops designed to promote healthy diet and exercise, as well as explore alternative and traditional healthrelated lifestyle choices. Some sessions held in the past include, Vegan and Vegetarian Community Supper, Seed Swap!, Introduction to Homeopathy, Stop Dieting – Guide to Better Eating Habits, and Introduction to Reiki. All sessions are free and open to the public. For more information, contact Michele Alves or the church office, 508-473-0745, or email hopedaleunitarian@verizon.net. On the web: www.hopedaleunitarian.org. On Facebook: www.facebook. com/HopedaleUU. On Twitter: @HopedaleUU
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home MARKETPLACE Key Q1 Real Estate Statistics for Hopedale & Area Towns
Number of Closed Sales Average Sale Price Days to Offer
2014 HOPEDALE 12
2015
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$305,061 4.0% 124.8 59.5%
TOTAL FOR HOPEDALE, MENDON, UPTON, & UXBRIDGE Number of Closed 58 71 22.4% Sales Average Sale Price $332,408 $355,014 6.8% Days to Offer 69.5 93.7 34.9% Information is taken from data entered into the MLS Property Information Network. Q1 consists of sales closed between January 1 and March 31 of each year. Sales data average calculated by omitting highest and lowest sale.
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Real estate sales in the towns of Hopedale, Mendon, Upton, and Uxbridge were strong overall in the first quarter of 2015. The number of home sales was up 22% over last year and prices increased almost 7%. However the number of days homes were on the market before receiving an offer also rose about 35%. In Hopedale, the number of homes sold in the first three months of the year slightly decreased from 12 in 2014 to 11 in 2015. However prices still rose a modest 4% in the town. The reason homes were on the market longer was due to a couple
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of factors. First, a significant portion of closed sales in Q1 resulted from homes on the market at the end of 2014, which was a difficult period for the real estate market. Sellers who were putting their homes on the market in the fall of 2014 were encouraged by the strong sales in early 2014 to list their homes for prices that buyers were unwilling to pay, leaving homes on the market longer. Second, the historic winter throughout Q1 kept homes on the market longer, and so days to offer numbers remained high and are expected to remain high when the April numbers are finalized. How-
ever, given the robust activity that began toward the middle of March, once these sales begin to close, prices should continue to increase and there should be fewer days before offers are accepted throughout the area. David Hodgdon is a Real Estate agent at Millennium Realty. He has been a resident of Hopedale since 2002, and is a member of the Massachusetts Association of Realtors. He can be reached at davidhodgdon@hotmail.com. All statistics are according to information entered into MLS Property Information Network.
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