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Friday, March 20

8:33 AM: Medical – The ambulance responded to a medical emergency on Washington Street. The individual refused transport; a signed waiver was obtained.

8:57 AM: Medical – The ambulance responded to a medical emergency on Hanlon Road. A resident was transported to Milford Regional Medical Center.

11:12 AM: Medical – The ambulance responded to a medical emergency on Hill Street. A resident was transported to Milford Regional Medical Center.

5:00 PM: Investigation – Weekend Duty Officers Captain Brian Grace and Firefighter Eusebio Gonzalez, and Engine 1 investigated smoke in the area of Hill Street.

5:32 PM: Investigation – Weekend Duty Officer Captain Brian Grace and Engine 4 investigated wires arcing on Courtland Street. Eversource Electric was notified and responded.

Saturday, March 21

5:42 PM: Motor Vehicle Crash – Deputy Michael Gulla, Weekend Duty Officers Captain Brian Grace and Eusebio Gonzalez, the ambulance, and a paramedic mentor from Medway Fire responded to a motor vehicle crash on Church Street. An individual was transported to Milford Regional Medical Center.

7:12 PM: Investigation – Weekend Duty Officer Captain Brian Grace investigated an outside fire on Woodland Street.

Sunday, March 22

4:01 AM: Medical – The ambulance responded to a medical emergency on Shaw Farm Road. The individual refused transport; a signed waiver was obtained.

8:34 AM: Medical – The ambulance responded to a medical emergency on Mellen Street. A resident was transported to MetroWest Medical Center.

10:37 AM: Medical – The ambulance responded to a medical emergency on Cranberry Lane. A resident was transported to Milford Regional Medical Center.

2:32 PM: Medical – The ambulance responded to a medical emergency on Fairview Street. The individual refused transport; a signed waiver was obtained.

2:27 PM: Investigation – The department responded to a good intent call on Piedmont Drive.

10:14 PM: Medical – The ambulance responded to a medical emergency on Washington Street. The individual refused transport; a signed waiver was obtained.

Tuesday, March 24

8:04 AM: Investigation – Chief Michael Cassidy investigated a low-hanging wire on Marshall Street.

3:12 PM: Investigation – Chief Michael Cassidy, Assistant Chief Brian Kelley, Deputy Mark Dellicker, and Engines 2 and 3 investigated an alarm activation on Woodland Street.

4:31 PM: Investigation – Assistant Chief Brian Kelley, Deputy Mark Dellicker, and Forest Fire 3 investigated unauthorized burning on Washington Street.

4:52 PM: Medical – The ambulance responded to a medical emergency on Indian Ridge Road South. A resident was transported to Milford Regional Medical Center.

Wednesday, March 25

12:15 PM: Medical – The ambulance responded to a medical emergency on Fieldstone Drive. A resident was transported to MetroWest Meidcal Center.

1:36 PM: Medical – The ambulance responded to a medical emergency on Dorset Road. A resident was transported to Milford Regional Medical Center.

3:00 PM: Medical – The ambulance responded to a medical emergency on Taylor Road. A resident was transported to MetroWest Medical Center.

9:32 PM: Medical – The backup ambulance responded to a medical emergency on Amy Lane. A resident was transported to Milford Regional Medical Center.

9:36 PM: Medical – The ambulance responded to a medical emergency on Kathryn Lane. A resident was transported to MetroWest Medical Center.

Thursday, March 26

6:05 PM: Medical – The ambulance responded to a medical emergency on Minuteman Circle. The individual refused transport; a signed waiver was obtained.

11:34 AM: Medical – The ambulance and a paramedic mentor from Medway Fire responded to a medical emergency on Dunster Road. A resident was transported to Milford Regional Medical Center.

2:01 PM: Medical – The ambulance responded to a medical emergency on Westfield Drive. The individual refused transport; a signed waiver was obtained.

2:33 PM: Medical – The ambulance responded to a medical emergency on Washington Street. A resident was transported to Milford Regional Medical Center.

3:22 PM: Medical – The backup ambulance responded to a medical emergency on Cottage Drive. A resident was transported to Milford Regional Medical Center.

7:27 PM: Medical – The ambulance responded to a medical emergency on Walnut Road. A resident was transported to Milford Regional Medical Center.

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March 18, 2018:

Complaint, Holliston Mobil; caller reports cashier will not pay correct amount of winning scratch ticket. HPD determined that correct amount was paid. Advised to take it up with the governor (right).

Motor vehicle check, Mayflower; report of blue pickup parked near Well 6. HPD spoke to owner who was sleeping in the truck. Advised to return home to Sherborn (and stay out).

March 19:

Vehicle stop with summons, 370 Hollis; Amanda of Holliston for failure to signal, unlicensed operation and refusal to identify self.

March 20:

Wire down, South and Fisher..

Crash, Washington & High; Medway car gets too close to Holliston car in a minor way.

Crash, 277 Washington; Framingham versus Dartmouth (good for Holliston).

March 21:

Tree limbs down on Highland and Hollis.

Crash, 365 Washington; Hopkinton versus Worcester (good for Hometown Auto).

Crash, 1929 Washington; Laconia driver off the road. Ambulance and Hometown auto called (bad and good).

March 22:

Crash, 101 Summer; Car versus Bobcat. Paperwork exchanged.

Crash, Gorwin; student driver off the road. SRO responded, spoke to the student and helped get vehicle out of the snowbank.

March 23:

Crash, Norfolk & Goulding; two Holliston cars successfully test their air bags. Hometown Auto back to work.

Community service: participate in Special Olympics in Medway.

March 24:

Animal incident, Norfolk; resident reports that a moose was born in the yard five days ago and was concerned about it’s wellbeing.

Noon, Ashland Street; Repo Man hooked a Honda CRV.

During the reporting period, 27 citations and 22 warnings were issued. Two erratic drivers were reported.

BWTM:

Driving in The Snow

Before I complain the next time I get into that cold car I’ll try to remember what it was like for my  grandparents   

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PERSONNEL HIGHLIGHTS:

During the month of February, all department members reviewed Policy 7.07 “Baby Safe Haven.”

During the month of February, all department members reviewed Policy 4.17 “Harassment.”

During the month of February and beginning of March, all Holliston Police Officers conducted a two-hour “Executing the Mission: Trauma Informed Policing”

On February 2, 2026, Student Officer Costa Tsolirides began Week #10 of police academy training at the MPTC Falmouth Police Academy.

On February 2, 2026, Officer Hulme completed a one-day make up class as part of his “2025-2026 In-Service training seminar” at the MPTC-Marlborough.

On February 2 – 5, 2026, Officer Charette attended a 4-day “2025-2026 In-Service training seminar” at the MPTC-Milford Police Academy.

On February 9, 2026, Student Officer Costa Tsolirides began Week #11 of police academy training at the MPTC Falmouth Police Academy.

On February 10, 2026, Detective Ciavarra attended a one-day “Domestic Violence Legal Update” training course at the Grafton Police Department.

On February 11, 2026, Officer-in-Training Cotting and Officer-in-Training Beltrane completed training with Lieutenant Hagan in the area of “IMC & Comprehensive Emergency Management Planning (CEMP).”

On February 16, 2026, Student Officer Costa Tsolirides began Week #12 of police academy training at the MPTC Falmouth Police Academy.

On February 18, 2026, Sergeant Remkus completed a four-hour “Instructor Recertification – CPR/First Aid” course at the Northern Essex Police Academy (NECC).

On February 20, 2026, Lieutenant Hagan attended a one-day “Accreditation Manager” training course at the MPTC-Plymouth Police Academy.

On February 23, 2026, Student Officer Costa Tsolirides began Week #13 of police academy training at the MPTC Falmouth Police Academy.

On February 26, 2026, Officer Colton Bader completed his first (1st ) year of service with the Holliston Police Department. During the month of February, Officer Coakley completed his mandatory 20 hours of monthly training with the Metropolitan Law Enforcement Council (Metro-LEC) Special Tactics and Response (STAR) team.

COMMUNITY RELATIONS:

On February 3, 2026, Detective Ciavarra attended the monthly “Coffee with a Cop” event at the
Holliston Center.

On February 11, 2026, Lieutenant Hagan was a “guest server” at the Holliston Pantry’s annual “Soup-er Bowl” event at St. Mary’s Hall.

Robert Albert Russo Jr., 69, of Framingham, passed away at the West Roxbury VA Medical Center. Born in Schenectady, New York, he was the son of the late Patricia (Kirby) and Robert Albert Russo Sr.

Bob was a truck driver for Orlando Enterprises and was dedicated to his work. He served as quartermaster at the Italian Veterans Post 40 in Milford and was a proud Army veteran, having worked as a crew chief on a Blackhawk. Bob enjoyed having a good time and playing Keno. He was a great father and grandfather who will be greatly missed.

Bob is survived by two children, Ashley Russo of Framingham, and Robert Russo (Sonja Morin) of Blackstone; He also leaves behind his siblings, Philip Russo, Regina Russo Cerqua, and Valarie Russo Degni; his grandchildren, Bentley and Elijah Morin, Connor and Nicholas Pendergast, and Luna Russo, as well as many cousins.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 7th, from 4:00-7:00 p.m. at Chesmore Funeral Home of Holliston, 854 Washington St. www.ChesmoreFuneralHome.com A funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, April 8th, at 9:00 a.m. at Saint Mary’s Church of Holliston. Burial with military honors will follow in Saint Mary’s Cemetery, Holliston. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Italian American World War Veterans Of The U.S. Post 40 4 Hayward Field, Milford, MA 01757.

Albert Joseph Savino, 91, of Holliston, passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2026. Born in Union City, New Jersey, he was the son of the late Florence (Bugasch) Savino. He was the husband of 71 years to his beloved wife Barbara (Ruehl) Savino.

Al married Barbara (Barb) in 1955, and he went on to honorably serve in the United States Army from January 17, 1957, to January 16, 1959. Al became an avid runner and fitness enthusiast who enjoyed staying active throughout his life. In his younger years, Al participated in cross-country skiing, was an accomplished ten-pin bowler, and shared a game of pool in Jersey City with one of the greats, Willie Masconi. He was also a dedicated Boston Red Sox fan and was passionate about his daily cigar to complete the day. He and Barb thoroughly enjoyed watching and discussing documentaries and movies, logging over 3,500 films on his impressive Excel spreadsheet.

Affectionately known to many as “Big Al”, Al was a comedic family man and was a friend to all he met. He was immensely proud of his work with the NCR Corporation for nearly 40 years, with stints in Ohio and New Jersey, and finally settling in Holliston with his family in 1969. NCR was a very special part of Al’s life. He absolutely loved the camaraderie of working with fellow employees and formed long-term friendships with many, ultimately retiring in 1994 as Regional Director for New England.

Al and Barb also spent many a year traveling across Europe and the US, with their most memorable trip being to Alaska, and the annual summer family vacation to Weld, Maine. Al was also honored to serve as a head usher for over 50 years at Christ the King Lutheran Church.

In addition to his wife, Al is survived by three grateful sons, Mark Savino and his wife, Joanne, of Stow, MA, Jeff Savino and his partner, April Robinson, of Holliston, and Jimmy Savino and his wife, Michelle, of Framingham. He also leaves behind his sister, Anne Twight; his grandchildren Bobby, Katie, Gwen, George, Henry, Albert, Matthew, and Hannah. He is predeceased by his sister, Florence Dempsey, and brothers-in-law, Pat and Jack.

A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, April 1, at 11:00 am at Christ the King Lutheran Church in Holliston. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Christ the King Lutheran Church, 600 Central St., Holliston, MA 01746. Interment will be held privately. Arrangements are under the care of Chesmore Funeral Home of Holliston. www.ChesmoreFuneralHome.com

Holliston Newcomers & Neighbors ‘A Prize a Day for the Month of May’ calendar raffle is back with all proceeds going to the HNN Community Grant Fund which gives back to our community. Every day of our ‘Month of May’ calendar is filled with great give-aways from businesses in Holliston and the surrounding communities.  Every calendar will have a unique number assigned to it. Then each day in May, a calendar number will be selected and whoever has that number will win that day’s prize. 

Want to be one of the lucky winners?  Purchase one or more calendars at hollistonnewcomers.org ($15 for 1 calendar with discounted prices for multiples) and wait to see if your name is picked. You can buy as many calendars as you want and you can win twice on each calendar – how fun is that! 

HNN would like to thank the local businesses that have donated helping to make this fundraiser a success including A Soul Spirit Studio, b.LUXE Hair & Makeup Studio, Candy Cottage, Cheryl Cohen Mosaics, Cozy Crumb Kitchen, EZ Way Car Wash, Fiske’s General Store, Goldfish Swim School Milford, Holliston Hardware, Lyric Photos, Muffin House Cafe, Noun Photo Studio, Red Heat Tavern, Roche Brothers, Southwick’s Zoo, Thai Pepper, The Wine House, T.C. Scoops, Twist Bakery and Yama Fuji.

Holliston Newcomers & Neighbors is a not for profit all volunteer organization that coordinates charitable, civic, and recreational events and activities in Holliston. Through the years, the HNN Community Grant Fund has awarded grants to Holliston Parks & Recreation free summer concert series, Holliston Public Library Museum Passes, Holliston Police & Fire Departments, Holliston Community Farm, amongst others. 

Learn more and join us at hollistonnewcomers.org – Building Friendships, Building Community.

Recently ,Thanks To Yanks a local charity sponsored a free children’s magic show. Made possible by a generous donation from Milford Federal. Military families and families of first responders gathered at the Italian Veterans Post , for an afternoon of free entertainment with Magician Tommy James, free pizza was provided. Thanks To Yanks wants to thank those who keep us safe and the families that support them, Please “like” Thanks To Yanks on Facebook.