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Hopedale senior Sarah Lambert wrapped up Wednesday’s Dual Valley Conference League title win; a 22-2 mercy win over Douglas in five innings, by saying that her team is
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Thomas Wesley named as Town Selectman in May Election Other committees are still open - residents welcome to apply By Anne Parker Hopedale Town News Thomas Wesley was voted as Selectman for the town at the May 12 town election. His job is a 3-year position. Mr. Wesley takes the place of former selectwoman Janet Jacaruso who recently passed away. Mr. Wesley has been an active part at Hopedale town hall. He has been a member of the Finance Committee in the past. He has been a member of the town’s Memorial Day parade planning committee. And he has been actively involved in other town events. The Parks Commission position was filled by Donald Howes, who will now head up this committee. Howes has been a member
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(5 year term) Kathleen A. Ledoux There are still openings on several committees. The jobs will be discussed at Town meeting on May 19. There will be discussion about possibly consoldating some jobs. Residents interested in pursuing a committee for the town should visit the town website at www.hopedale-ma.gov. A Talent Bank application lists the open jobs. If people want to make a change, it’s up to the residents, said Tom Sette, Town Coordinator. “It’s their town. If you want a say, you have to get involved.” he said.
Many jobs begin in june. they each have different time commitments and terms. Many may meet once a month, Sette explained. Others such as Finance Committee may have more meetings just before budget time and the Planning and Zoning Boards may meet twice a month.
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Local Author Writes First Novel Examining an Anarchist Society Hopedale resident Joe Jarvis, 26, has written his first novel, a futuristic account of a peaceful anarchist society and those who attempt to seize power through lies, intimidation and murder. The novel, published by Free Press Publications, is entitled Anarchy in New England. It is the culmination of years of research and writing on politics, which led Jarvis to the conclusion that the best government is actually no government at all. “Anarchy in New England introduces people to a radical shift from standard political thought. I want to change the debate from, ‘How much government do we need?’ to ‘Do we need government?’” Jarvis said.
The book is available on Amazon.com in both print and e-book formats. Jarvis, who grew up in Hopedale and attended Hopedale High School, was always interested in politics. Set in New England in the year 2115, Anarchy in New England introduces the reader to a thriving society that has rebuilt itself a century after economic and societal collapse. While Anarchy in New England is a fictitious thriller meant for entertainment, Jarvis said he hopes it will expose people to the idea of anarchy as a viable option for society and expose the downsides of the current system.
Blaire House Holds Ribbon Cutting The Blaire House of Milford Assisted Living Residence held its Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Tuesday, May 5, 2015 at 10 o’clock in the morning at Blaire House of Milford Assisted Living Residence, One Railroad Street. Milford, MA 01757. President and Owner, Frank Romano, welcomed all to Event. Blaire House of Milford Assisted Living Opened its doors April 23, 2015. The State of the Art, 42 apartment residence includes a spacious 19-apartment Secured Memory Care Unit. Apartments offered are 1-Bedroom, Studio and Shared Apartments. Congressman Joseph Kennedy added, “The Romano family’s commitment to the seniors in the town of Milford
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2015 Community Bank Heroes Named Maria Alves, Customer Service Manager at Milford Federal Savings and Loan, has been named a Community Bank Hero by The Warren Group and Banker & Tradesman. Community Bank Heroes is an annual award that honors the achievements, commitment and dedication of financial professionals who go above and beyond for their institution and community. “It is a pleasure to recognize
and honor the hard work and dedication of this year’s recipients of the Community Bank Heroes Award,” said Timothy M. Warren Jr., CEO of The Warren Group. “Each individual’s approach to their profession represents a true passion for their work and an admirable commitment to the communities in which they serve.” Maria has been providing exemplary customer service to our community throughout her 40+
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“Beautiful” Theatre Trip Set for PPAC in Sept. The Hopedale Cultural Council is sponsoring a trip to Providence Performing Arts Center to see “Beautiful-The Carole King Musical.” It will be on Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at 7:30 pm. The cost of the event is $92 which includes bus transportation from Hopedale to Providence. “Beautiful” tells the inspiring true story of King’s remarkable rise to stardom, from being part of a hit songwriting team with
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Hopedale Bancroft Library News New at the library Download magazines through the library’s Digital Catalog! The C/WMARS system has added current copies of 47 popular magazines, such as Parents, Popular Science, Bon Appetit and HGTV, available through the Digital Catalog to download for free. Multiple users can download, so there is no waiting for them. The requirements for downloading the magazines are you must have a C/ WMARS library card and a tablet, computer or other device that can
download the free NOOK reading app. The free NOOK app is available for Android, Apple iOS, and Windows 8 devices. The Digital Catalog link is at the bottom of the regular library catalog. You will also find many e-books and e-audio books in the Digital Catalog. Come in and we’ll be glad to help you get started.
The Friends of the Hopedale Library The Friends of the Hopedale Library meetings are held on the first
Hopedale Board of Health Creates Sharps Disposal Program The Board of Health started a new program this year in which they are accepting used sharps such as syringes and needles for injections. Here’s a description of the program with instructions: Hopedale Board of Health Sharps Disposal Program: To minimize the risk of improper disposal of syringes, needles, lancets and other sharp medical utensils, the Hopedale Board of Health has implemented a program that provides accessible methods to dispose of this type of waste in a safe manner. This program is for Hopedale residents who have a medical condition that requires the use of injected medication. Needles may be contaminated with Hepatitis, AIDS and other infectious diseases; and, therefore, need to be disposed of appropriately to prevent accidental sticks from improperly discarded needles. According to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, between 600,000 and 800,000 needle stick injuries occur annually in health care settings. Every year thousands of people sustain dangerous needle stick injuries which are almost always preventable. By participating in the Sharps Disposal Program, residents can help to reduce these unnecessary injuries. Participants of the Sharps Disposal Program should: • Place needles, syringes, lancets and other sharp objects into an approved bio-medical waste
sharps container, heavy-duty plastic such as a detergent bottle or metal container with a screw on top that can be secured and tightly closed. • Reinforce the closure securing it with heavy duty tape. • Do not use clear plastic or glass for these containers. • Take your sharps containers to the Hopedale Board of Health at the Town Hall during regular business hours please call ahead 508 634 2203 x 222 • Bring in containers once they are three quarters full. • Never place the container in a regular trash for disposal The Hopedale Board of Health promotes and protects the health of our community through prevention and preparedness today, for a healthier tomorrow.
Tuesday morning of each month. Their next meeting will be in the Library reference room on Tuesday June 2nd at 10:00 AM. Help plan adult programs for next year at this meeting. Anyone interested in helping the Library is welcome and encouraged to join them. Thank You
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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.
Friends Membership Drive
The annual membership drive for joining the Friends of the Library is currently taking place. Funds raised by the Friends provide summer programs for children and monthly programs for adults. The Friends also provide support to purchase items that are not in the annual budget. Stop by the front desk to ask about becoming a member and learn more about the fabulous events scheduled for rest of this year.
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Why do some people scar? Although acne sufferers often refer to dark spots as scars, there is a difference. Actual scarring is when the skin is pitted or depressed. This type of scarring is very difficult to remove, even with medical treatments. Whether a person scars from acne is not necessarily dependent on how severe their acne is. It is genetically linked to the inflammatory response in their skin. That’s why some people scar easily and others maintain a smooth complexion even with severe acne. The best treatment for scarring is to get on an effective treatment plan to get your acne under control and prevent future scaring from happening.
Get rid of dark spots. Dark spots are often left behind on the skin from acne breakouts. They can occur on all skin types, but are most common in darker skin tones. These dark spots are called hyper-pigmentation or post inflammatory hyper-pigmentation (PIH). Luckily PIH is not a scar and can be lightened with corrective peel treatments and consistent home care. With my acne clients I use corrective peel solutions in various strengths to help get rid of the acne and to lighten PIH. Products that help lighten pigmentation contain ingredients like mandellic, vitamin a, hydroquinone, lactic and kojic acid. The acne usually clears first. It can take several months for the redness and dark spots to fade. Questions about acne? Email me at skinsmartsalon@aol.com or call me at (508) 881-1180. Visit my salon website skinsmartsalon.com for information on Skin Smart’s acne program.
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Eye Injury Facts and Myths Men are more likely to sustain an eye injury than women. Most people believe that eye injuries are most common on the job — especially in the course of work at factories and construction sites. But, in fact, nearly half (44.7%) of all eye injuries occurred
in the home. More than 40% of eye injuries are caused by projects and activities such as home repairs, yard work, cleaning and cooking. More than a third (34.2%) of injuries in the home occurred in living areas such as the kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, living or family room. More than 40% of eye injuries every year are related to sports or recreational activities. Eyes can be damaged by sun exposure, not just chemicals, dust or objects. Among all eye injuries, more than 78% were in people not wearing eyewear at the time of injury. Of those reported to be wearing eyewear of some sort at the time of injury (including glasses or contact lenses), only 5.3% were wearing safety or sports glasses. You might think that the family home is a fairly unthreatening setting. However, medical statistics tell a different story: nearly half of all eye injuries each year occur in and around the home, and home-based injuries are increasing each year. This alarming trend is why the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Ocu-
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Common Eye Injury Risks in the House: • Using hazardous products and chemicals such as oven cleaner and bleach for cleaning and other chores (accidents involving common household products cause 125,000 eye injuries each year). • Cooking foods can that can splatter hot grease or oil. • Opening champagne bottles during a celebration. • Drilling or hammering screws or nails into walls or hard surfaces like brick or cement; the screws or nails can become projectiles, or fragments can come off the surface. • Using hot objects such as curling irons around the face; inadvertent contact with the user’s eyes can cause serious injury. • Loose rugs and railings or
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Common Eye Injury Risks in the Garage or Workshop: • Using tools (power or hand). • Working with solvents or other chemicals. • Any task that can produce fragments, dust particles or other eye irritants. • Securing equipment or loads with bungee cords. For all of these activities, it’s important to remember that bystanders also face significant risk and should take precautions against eye injuries, too. This is particularly important for children who watch their parents perform routine chores in and around the
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Sports Hodgens a True Ambassador for Hopedale Lacrosse Program
Maureen Hodgens with her coach, Caitlin McInnis.
By Ken Hamwey Staff Sports Writer Maureen Hodgens is the right person at the right time to be promoting the girls varsity lacrosse team at Hopedale High. The 5-foot-7 senior center has been a captain for three years, starting in 2013 when the girls
squad was strictly playing as a junior-varsity contingent. Hodgens is acutely aware that the two-year-old varsity team isn’t on the verge of winning the Mid Mass. League championship. But, she’s fully cognizant that although the Blue Raiders are fairly new, “we’re not bad.’’ “My role as a captain is to
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keep everyone positive and to keep reinforcing that we may be a young team but we’re also striving to improve and build a foundation to become a formidable program,’’ Hodgens emphasized. “I think of myself and my teammates as pioneers. We’re putting in a lot of time and commitment to elevate our program. We want Hopedale to get to a higher level in lacrosse.’’ When the Blue Raiders program started as a jayvee team, Hodgens, like most of the other girls, picked up a lacrosse stick for the first time. Since then, she’s had a difficult time staying clear of the sport. “The boys team was getting started at the same time and their coach, Eric Moxim, encouraged me as a freshman to go out for the girls squad,’’ Hodgens said. “I had played soccer for two years and basketball for one. It seemed like a good time, so I decided to try lacrosse. I really love the game and enjoy being a captain. We had t-shirts printed that said: “it’s here,’’ with a Hopedale lacrosse logo and the date the team started.’’ The 18-year-old Hodgens, who is vice president of the National Honor Society and on her way to Holy Cross College, envisions a day when she returns to Hopedale after college and sees growth in the program. “I’m sure we’ll be a tourney team in a few years,’’ she said. “We went 4-4 as jayvees and were 2-18 in our first varsity season. We want to win now but I stress that we’ve got to look at the bigger picture. My objective is that Hopedale will become a
formidable force in our league.’’ The Mid Mass. League includes Nipmuc, Northbridge, Tantasqua, Grafton and Hopedale. “Grafton is the defending champion and hopefully we’ll be like them in the years to come,’’ Hodgens said. A center, Hodgens splits her time on offense and defense and works to win draws. A good passer, she works diligently to find open players to generate offense. “I prefer offense because you can take control of game when you score,’’ she said. “Scoring builds confidence.’’ Hopedale coach Caitlin McInnis labels Hodgens “a great team player who stresses a positive attitude.’’ “Maureen will be cheering her teammates on even if we’re down by 10 goals,’’ said McInnis. “As far as her skills go, she’s got speed, great field awareness, good placement with her shots and an excellent passing ability. Her work ethic is superb and she’s dedicated and committed to making us better.’’ Hodgens, who has 14 goals, wants to finish her career with a win-loss record that would represent an improvement over last year’s two-win campaign. “I’d like to see us end with five victories,’’ she said. “That’s realistic and it would show we’re improving.’’ At Local Town Pages deadline, the Blue Raiders’ record was 4-9 as the 2015 season was heading for the finish line. Hodgens’ best game in her three-year career came in Hopedale’s first win in its history — a close game against
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Fitchburg on the road. “We entered the game with a winless record in 10 games but we had a slim lead at halftime,’’ Hodgens recalled. “Coach McInnis had us pumped up. Our emotions were high. I scored a goal and had three assists and we held on for a close victory. We all signed the ball and put it in our trophy case at the high school.’’ Hodgens is quick to credit her coach and the other two captains for striving to make the Blue Raiders competitive. “Coach McInnis is encouraging, a good motivator, and stresses being positive,’’ Hodgens said. “Katie Rizzo and Emily Wood are captains who play other sports. Both have worked hard to help us get lacrosse started.’’ An “A’’ student, Hodgens may continue with lacrosse at the club level at Holy Cross. She isn’t sure what area she’ll major in but she’s mulling psychology as a possibility. Maybe she should consider philosophy because of her mature outlook on athletics. “You should compete to win, to reach your potential and to have fun,’’ she said. “As long as you give your best, there’ll be no regrets.’’ Maureen Hodgens is a dynamic ambassador for girls lacrosse.
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years ago,” Lathrop said. For senior Nicole Apicella, winning a league title is even more gratifying as she battled two surgeries on her foot, forcing her to give up her position as starting catcher. “Because of the injury I moved to third-base, it was tough — any adjustment at any position is tough, but Jordan Wil-
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Ongoing Monthly Library Events Helen Symonds Book Group
The Helen Symonds Book Group meets in the Library Program Room at 1:00 PM on the first Wednesday of every month. Everyone is welcome to join the group. Please call the library at 508-634-2209 to request a copy of the book. This month’s meeting will be Wednesday June 3rd at 1:00 PM. The discussion book will be Garden Spells by Sarah Addison Allen. The book group does not meet in July or August. Our next meeting will be September 2 at 1:00 pm. During the summer break, the book group will read The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt for the September meeting. Summary from the C/WMARS catalog: Theo Decker, a 13-year-old New Yorker, miraculously survives an accident that kills his mother. Abandoned by his father, Theo is taken in by the family of a wealthy friend. He clings to the one thing that reminds him of his mother: a small, mysteriously captivating painting that ultimately draws Theo into the underworld of art. Wednesday Knitting & Crocheting Group
Do you want to learn how to knit or crochet? Have you been knitting for a while but want to spend time with other crafters? Join the Knovel Knitters for a knitting & crocheting round table every Wednesday night from 6:00 until 7:45 PM. Bring knitting, crocheting or other projects to the Library Program Room. This summer we are going to be Community Heroes and challenge ourselves to knit and/or crochet wheelchair afghans for Veterans. Trustee Meeting
The Library Board of Trustees meets monthly in the Trustee Room. Their next meeting will be Monday, June 15 at 6:45 PM. The public is welcome to attend.
News from the Marjorie Hattersley Children’s Room 2015 Summer Reading Programs
We are very excited to start our 2015 Summer Reading Programs. Registration will be June 22nd and
Every Hero Has a Story! Celebrate with us all types of heroes: those who have made their mark on history, those who keep us safe and those we meet every day. All children have the potential to be heroes. Let’s help them discover the heroes within themselves! Join us to plant a flower, fight a dragon, meet a magical dog, see a play, shoot a water rocket, travel to outer space, learn about Superheroes around the world and so much more. For children grades 6 and up: UnMask! Heroes have been with us forever. Find the hero in yourself, enjoy an activity, earn extra school credit and volunteer. Summer Reading Program Registration
It is time for Summer Reading registration! Registration for this year’s “Every Hero Has a Story” program will begin on Monday June 22nd. Parents and children should come to the Marjorie Hattersley Children’s Room to register and receive their program materials. Reading Buddies Meeting
Hopedale Jr./Sr. High school students in grades 7 and older are invited to participate in the Summer Reading Buddies Program. Reading Buddies is a 6-week program that pairs older students with beginning readers for an hour each week to read to each other. The program, starting the week of July 2nd, is an excellent volunteer opportunity, as well as lots of fun! If interested, these students are required to attend a training session on Tuesday, June 23rd at 3:00 PM in the Library Program Room. Teens will receive their official summer reading T-shirt featuring the “Unmask” Teen logo at the training session.
Summer Reading Program Kick-Off: Pumpernickel Puppets
We are kicking off our exciting summer program at 6:15 PM on Monday, June 29th when the Pumpernickel Puppets will present “Sir George the Dragon.” John McDonough and his puppets present over 250 shows each year at schools and libraries throughout New England, specializing in humorous and colorful adaptations of classic folk and fairy tales. Join an adventurous princess as she journeys to Mystery Mountain to visit the Great Green Dragon. Along the way you’ll meet Zelda the babysitter, a silly bat, Sir George and his clumsy dog, and of course the lovable dragon. Will Sir George slay the dragon? Not to worry, everything ends happily in this fun show. Presented with large colorful hand puppets. A Look Behind the Scenes following the performance gives youngsters a chance to see how a puppet show is created and presented. Recommended for ages 3 & up. Children’s Knitting
The popular Children’s Knitting club will start again on Monday June 29th. This is a weekly Knitting Club for children in grade 3 and older that meets on Mondays from 2 to 3 PM. Be a community hero and join us as we challenge ourselves to knit afghans for Veterans. Children of all knitting skill levels are welcome! Materials are not provided. Summer Story Times
Summer Story Times for children ages 3-7 will start the week of June 30th and continue through the week of August 4th. Story time will be from 11 to noon on Tuesday mornings. Please call Mrs. Kraimer at (508) 634-2209 for further information or to sign up.
Calendar of Events June 1 Board of Selectmen Meeting, 7 PM, at the Town Hall in the Draper Room. 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. June 3 The Helen Symonds Book club, 1 PM to 3 PM, Bancroft Memorial Library. Come to discuss Garden Spells by Sarah Addison Allen. For more information or to request a copy of the book please call the library at 508-634-2209. Planning Board meeting, 7 PM, at the Town Hall in the Draper Room. Historical Commission meeting, 7 PM, at 12 Hopedale Street. June 8 Housing Authority meeting, 9:30 AM, at 116 Hopedale Street. June 9 School Committee meeting, 6 PM, 25 Adin Street in the Media Center. June 10 Movie Matinee, 12:30 PM, presented by the Hopedale Senior Center. Come view “Big Eyes” starring Amy Adams and Christolph Waltz.
Disney Family Classic Movies
Join us on Tuesday June 30th at 2:00 PM to watch Disney’s Sword of the Stone. This film is G rated. Children under 9 years must be accompanied by an adult. Take an amazing journey with a young orphan named ‘Wart’ and the extraordinary wizard Merlin. According to legend, only someone with the purest character and inner strength can pull the enchanted sword from the stone and claim the throne of England. Armed with newfound confidence and the power of friendship, Wart
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discovers his destiny and learns the best magic is the kind found inside the soul. (Summary from the CWMars Catalog). For information regarding all children’s programs please call 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 manyt children to expect. Program registra-
June 11 Water and Sewer Commission meeting, 7 PM, at the Town Hall in the Draper Room. June 14 Please join the Little Red Shop Museum for their 6th annual Flag Day Ceremony. June 15 Selectmen Meeting, 7 PM, at the Town Hall in the Draper Room. June 17 COA Annual BBQ, 11:30 AM, presented by the Hopedale Senior Center. Zoning Board of Appeals meeting, 7 PM, at the Town Hall in the Draper Room. June 18 Council on Aging Board Meeting, 1 PM, at the Hopedale Senior Center. June 23 Lunch and Tour at the Milford Blaire House, 11:30 AM, presented by the Hopedale Senior Center. June 24 Legal Seminar with Fran Small, 1 PM, presented by the Hopedale Senior Center. June 25 Jewels by the Bay Trip, presented by the Hopedale Senior Center. June 30 Griffin-Dennett Housing Residents Lunch, 11: 30 AM, presented by the Hopedale Senior Center. tion may be done by e-mail, but Summer Reading registration must be done in person. 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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home MARKETPLACE Neighborhood Spotlight: Pinecrest Estates Pinecrest Estates consists of almost 200 homes located on Hopedale’s western side, near Mendon. The development was build in the mid- to late-1980’s, and consist of the following streets: Hammond, Westcott, Patrick, Ballou, Gaskill, Taft, Tillotson, Lapworth, Moore, Crockett, and Whitney. The homes are mostly colonial in style, and are usually placed on a lot of approximately ½ acre. Many of the homes are still owned by their original owners; however there have been a significant number of sales over the life of the development as well. In the past fifteen years, the peak of the average yearly sales was in 2005, after five years of significant price increases. Recent years have seen a slow and steady increase in the prices in Pinecrest, and 2014 saw almost a 10% in-
crease over 2013. Pinecrest is a very popular neighborhood, with 3- and 4-bedroom homes that were built to accommodate families. Given the scarcity of homes in Hopedale in the Pinecrest price range with those qualities, homes that are priced right and are marketed well will move quickly. Last year a property had an offer after only six days on the market, and sold for 98.7% of asking price. So what if you are thinking of selling or buying a home in Pinecrest? Knowing how much to list a home for or offer for a home can be challenging. Many consumers use popular websites that will take basic information and try to synthesize it into a market price. These prices may be misleading, and the best way to make sure a home is priced right is by consulting a
licensed real estate professional and having that person do a market analysis of the property. 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 welcomes your questions and comments, and can be reached at davidhodgdon@hotmail. com. All statistics are according to information entered into MLS Property Information Network and the Worcester County registry of deeds.
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Sales data acquired from MLS Property Information Network and Worcester County public records. Property transfers of $0 excluded. Copyright 2015 by David Hodgdon.
David Hodgdon Hopedale Realtor®
Call/text: 508-246-8311
davidhodgdon@hotmail.com
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