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McAleer shines for Shriners

February 11, 2016 By Larisa Hart, Media Editor

W-H junior named to All-Star Classic game

By Nathan Rollins
Express correspondent

McAleer shines for Shriners: Whitman-Hanson/Silver Lake girls’ hockey is sending a player to skate in this year’s Shriners All-Star Classic. Forward Melanie McAleer has been selected to compete in the event.

The Shriners All-Star Classic is a showcase of the best and most talented hockey players across Massachusetts. The game is played to help raise money for Shriners Hospitals for Children, specifically for the Aleppo Transportation Fund. Every year, the event raises thousands of dollars for the hospitals. The event illustrates the devotion Shriners Hospitals for Children has for their patients.

WHSL co-captain Mel McAleer, a junior forward, has been selected to participate in the seventh annual Shriners All-Star Hockey Classic on Saturday, March 26. Photo by Sue Moss

WHSL co-captain Mel McAleer, a junior forward, has been selected to participate in the seventh annual Shriners All-Star Hockey Classic on Saturday, March 26.
Photo by Sue Moss

McAleer said being one of a handful of girls chosen to take part in the action is a tremendous gesture.

“To play in the Shriners All-Star Classic Game is truly an honor,” the junior said. “I always knew that the players that were picked to participate are highly respected on and off the ice and it is truly a privilege to be one of them this year.”

The game, which is scheduled for Friday, March 26 at the in Loring Arena in Framingham, held an orientation on Feb. 6 at the Performing Arts Center at Reading Memorial High School. It was there, that the players took team and individual pictures had the chance to meet with their coaches. McAleer said it was an incredible feeling to be among some of the best hockey players around but that’s not the real reason the game is held.

“What inspired me most during the orientation, was the video presentation that was shown of the patients that Shriners has helped,” McAleer said. “Listening to their stories made me understand why they bring us all together. It is awesome to be considered one of the best hockey players in the state, but it feels much better to be looked to with the responsibility of raising money for such a great organization.”

The 17-year-old McAleer said the sport of hockey drew her in at a young age and she has pursued it ever since.

“My family has always been into hockey, but my love for the game was natural,” McAleer said. “I always loved skating and when I was 7-year-old, my mom finally agreed to let me start playing. Ever since then, I haven’t stopped loving it.”

Whitman-Hanson / Silver Lake girl’s hockey coach, Kevin Marani, said McAleer has an incredible amount of talent on the ice.

“[She’s] an amazing strong skater with great stickhandling and a hard shot,” Marani, who coached McAleer for one year in youth hockey, said. “What separates Mel from most of the players is her unselfishness, commitment and leadership. Those three characteristics are paramount to our team’s success.

McAleer has notched 26 goals and complied 13 assists so far this season.

Filed Under: Breaking News, News

Afternoon bank robbery at Mutual Bank in Hanson

January 28, 2016 By Larisa Hart, Media Editor

At approximately 12:50 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 28, 2016, the Mutual Bank branch on Liberty Street in Hanson was robbed. The scene is still active and under investigation by the Hanson police. The Express will provide more details as they become available.

Scene of the robbery midday Thursday on Liberty Street in Hanson. The Mutual Bank branch will be closed for the rest of the business day. Photo by Stephanie Spyropoulos

Scene of the robbery midday Thursday on Liberty Street in Hanson. The Mutual Bank branch will be closed for the rest of the business day.
Photo by Stephanie Spyropoulos

Filed Under: Breaking News, News

Traffic forces W-H building use change

November 24, 2015 By Larisa Hart, Media Editor

Traffic forces W-H building use change due to dangerous traffic flow problem, exacerbated by a lot of illegal parking during events held at WHRHS

On Saturday, Nov. 14, the School Committee voted 8-0-1 on Nov. 18 to amend the district’s building use policy.

Member Robert O’Brien, a lieutenant on the Hanson Fire Department, abstained and member Alexandra Taylor was absent.

The change requires that renters of the facilities for events involving more than 300 participants must pay to provide a police detail “in order to ensure the safety and security” of those participants.

Traffic forces W-H building use changeUse of the facility will be denied if: there is insufficient supervision, capacity is exceeded or if public safety officials and/or district personnel deem a safety and security problem exists.

“People were parked up and down [both sides] of the driveway, should a fire truck have to get in here it would require bashing through cars,” said Committee member Fred Small, who sits on the Facilities and Capital Improvements Subcommittee. “They just wouldn’t be able to fit.”

School Committee Chairman Robert Hayes, who was on the grounds during the day Nov. 14, said the problem has cropped up before.

While it says “No Parking” on one side of the driveway pavement, people just park over it, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources/Safety and Security Patrick Dillon said. Hayes added that it is also assumed the posted traffic signs pertain only to school hours. Cars also illegally park on the fire road.

A Hanson school roof project was also a topic of concern.

The Indian Head and Maquan Priority Repair Committee is persuing the penalty clause of the Indian Head roof project over missed deadlines.

The project, originally contracted for completion at about Aug. 21 is now, after several delays, scheduled to conclude Monday, Nov. 30. The most recent missed deadline was Nov. 22, which hinged on the company working Veterans Day. A nor’easter, however, cost two days’ work that week, according to Hayes.

“It’s dragging out way too long and it’s got to be completed,” Hayes said.

School Committee member Kevin Lynam asked about the repair committee’s satisfaction with the work.

“We’ve had a lot of positive feedback from what I’ve heard for the last three months and suddenly people are angry about the time it’s taking,” Lynam noted.

Hayes said the timing is beginning to affect everything.

“Are we dissatisfied with the work? No, but we’re dissatisfied with the [time] it’s been taking,” he said.

Filed Under: More News Right

Water main break in Hanson causes delays

November 4, 2015 By Larisa Hart, Media Editor

Photo courtesy of the Hanson Water Department.

Photo courtesy of the Hanson Water Department.

Today  the Hanson Highway Department reported that a water main broke on Holmes Street. Traffic was delayed and some residents experienced interruption in their water supply. There are some reports that water has been returned to the residents local to Holmes Street.

Filed Under: Featured Story

3 Reasons To Advertise in the Express Holiday Gift Guide

October 29, 2015 By Larisa Hart, Media Editor

Just in case you need reasons to advertise in the Express Holiday Gift guide, I will give you some. Believe it or not, the holidays are right around the corner, and we all know how hectic that season gets. A 2008 holiday stress poll by the APA showed that more than eight out of 10 Americans anticipate stress during the holiday season.

3 Reasons To Advertise in the Express Holiday Gift Guide

The Express Holiday Gift Guide will appear in print December 3rd and 4th, and online December 5, 2015.

3 Reasons To Advertise in the Express Holiday Gift GuideIt is my job as the Express Media Editor to help you local business do what you do best – sell your wares. That’s is why we have developed a way to put you in front of local customers in a way that won’t break the bank.

3 Reasons to Advertise in the the Express Holiday Gift Guide

  1. Affordability. For only $35*, you get to showcase one of your best products. It can be an item, a craft, a gift certificate – any offer that you are proud of and want to sell. Talk about a  compelling reasons to bring customers into your store!
  2. Exposure. I almost listed this as the first reason to advertise in the gift guide, but I changed my mind. I thought you needed  to now about the affordability factor. But this is actually my favorite reason why you should advertise in the Express Holiday Gift Guide. We have almost doubled our Facebook fanbase in the last six months.  Our posts receive an average of 1,000 views. We also have a print audience of approximately 3,000 readers. Plus our websites are visited an average of 79 times per day. This brings you to your potential customers in a multi-platform approach.
  3. Value-Packed! This gift guide is beautiful. It prints in color, we feature one of your items in the center spread, the digital, online version will link to your website or email, you pick the item that you want to showcase.
3 Reasons To Advertise in the Express Holiday Gift Guide

This is an example of how the listing will appear in print and online. The online version can link to your store’s web site.

I am so proud to be able to offer you this cost-efficient, effective vehicle of bringing you sales this holiday season! It’s sure to be a feature we will repeat for years to come.

Our Express Holiday Gift Guide prints December 3rd and 4th in both the Whitman-Hanson Express and the Plympton-Halifax Express, debuts online December 5th. *Book your space today! After November 15th, the price jumps to $45.

Questions? Call Larisa at 781-293-0420 or email me at graphics@whitmanhansonexpress.com.

Read more about dealing with holiday stress here at the American Psychological Association.

Filed Under: Featured Story

Service Directory

September 11, 2015 By Larisa Hart, Media Editor

The Express Service Directory

Filed Under: News

Whitman Public Library will be closed Sept. 8 and 9

August 27, 2015 By Larisa Hart, Media Editor

whitmanThe Whitman Public Library will be closed for repairs to the building on Tuesday, Sept. 8 and Wednesday, Sept. 9. The Library staff apologizes for the inconvenience and thanks the public for its understanding as work is done to repair the damage to the building caused by last winter’s extreme weather.

Due to the nature of the repairs the library may be closed for additional days through Saturday, Sept. 12. Please call the main library number 781-447-7613 or check the website for updated information about closures.

During the closure, staff will be available from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. to assist patrons over the phone and via email. Patrons may also use library services in Abington during our brief closure.

Filed Under: News

Artwork Poll for Dog Days of Summer Event!

August 13, 2015 By Larisa Hart, Media Editor

Vote for your favorite art! Sponsored by Annie’s Clean Critters. We asked about your summer… and you responded!
We received all kinds of gorgeous artwork, including poems and photos.

Browse through the entries, and then use the poll below to vote for your favorite!
(You can vote for up to three entries.)
(Click on a picture to view at a larger size.)

#1 James Townsend
#1 James Townsend
#2 Nicholas Lewis
#2 Nicholas Lewis
#3 Maeve Hart
#3 Maeve Hart
#4 Lorelei Zipeto
#4 Lorelei Zipeto
#5 Julia Conner
#5 Julia Conner
#6 Joseph Lewis
#6 Joseph Lewis
#7 Isabel Miller A
#7 Isabel Miller A
#8 Isabel Miller B
#8 Isabel Miller B
#9 Emily Johnson A
#9 Emily Johnson A
#10 Emily Johnson B
#10 Emily Johnson B
#11 Cameron Russell
#11 Cameron Russell

Which is your favorite Dog Days entry?

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Filed Under: Poll

Diehl enters primary race, Ryerson bows out

August 6, 2015 By Larisa Hart, Media Editor

By Dave Palana
Express Contributor

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Rep. Geoffrey Diehl

When the Massachusetts legislature returns from its August recess, state Rep. Geoff Diehl, R-Whitman, will be adding a new goal to his agenda — a seat in a new chamber on Beacon Hill.

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Citing state Rep. Geoff Diehl’s name recognition and funding capability, fellow Republican Viola Ryerson has withdrawn from the primary for the special election to fill the late Thomas P. Kennedy’s state Senate seat, throwing her support behind Diehl as the ‘strongest Republican candidate for the seat.’

Diehl has drawn papers to enter the race for state senate, joining state Rep. Michael Brady, D-Brockton, Republican Scott Hall and Democrat Joseph Lynch on the Oct. 6 special primary election ballot to fill the seat left open when Sen. Thomas Kennedy died in June.

Diehl was the fifth person to announce candidacy for the senate seat, but Republican Viola Ryerson announced July 23 that she is dropping out of the race and supporting Diehl.

Ryerson, a former Hanover Selectman chairman who ran for the seat against Kennedy, said on her campaign Facebook page that Diehl is the strongest Republican candidate for the seat.

“He has the necessary exposure and funding to represent the Republican Party in this effort,” Ryerson said in her message announcing her resignation.

Hall still remains on the ballot as a Republican alternative to Diehl in the Oct. 6 primary with Lynch and Brady vying to represent the Democrats.

Brady joined the house the year before Diehl, who was quick to mention that Brady did not support his bid on the house floor to introduce a ballot question to block taxpayer funding for the now-defunct Boston Olympics bid.

“I introduced a plan to provide taxpayer protection from Olympic overrun on the floor of the house and did not get any support from the other side of the aisle,” Diehl said.

A five-year veteran state representative, Diehl said trying to switch houses was a difficult decision, but said the senate will offer him a larger platform to fight for local issues.

“Before I ran for representative, I was the Whitman Finance Committee’s liaison to the School Committee and I watched the state cut local aid and education funding and I didn’t feel like the current rep was doing enough to fight it,” he said. “Since I’ve been in the house, my decisions have reflected the mentality of fighting to keep more money at the household and local level. [Running for senate] just provides me with a better opportunity to continue that type of work.”

Diehl announced his candidacy Thursday at a kickoff rally at the Shaw’s Plaza in Brockton, where fellow state representatives and 300 supporters joined him. Following his kickoff, he has spent most of his first week on the campaign trail going door to door meeting voters as he tries to mobilize supporters quickly with the primary less than two months away.

“The biggest challenge is that this is a short election, so I need to make people aware of who I am and my candidacy,” he said. “This is going to come down to how quickly we can reach as many people as possible.”

While Diehl is well known in Whitman and East Bridgewater through his work as representative, the largest population of voters in the senate district reside in Brockton, which is home to the three other candidates. However Diehl said his work for Brockton business Sign Design allowed him to make connections with Brockton’s small business owners and also said he has found that many in the city already knew him from his battle on Beacon Hill to fight the gas tax, which was repealed by a ballot question Diehl introduced in the House.

“It’s been really great,” he said. “A lot of people recognized me from [radio interviews on] WRKO and WATD. They not only knew my name but also the work I did on Question 1.”

Whitman Selectmen Chairman Dr. Carl Kowalski worried that Diehl will have a hard time cracking Brockton against three residents of the city, but praised the former Whitman Finance Committee member’s work as the town’s state representative and wished him well in his senate run.

“I think Geoff has been a good rep — keeps the board informed, willing to go to bat for things that he sees as important to the town,” Kowalski, a Democrat, said of Diehl. “I don’t know how easy it’s going to be for him coming from outside of Brockton … but I wish him luck.”

Filed Under: News

Dog Days Of Summer call for submissions

July 20, 2015 By Larisa Hart, Media Editor

annie'sHow Do You Keep Cool in Summer?

Sponsored by www.anniescleancritters.com.

We know summer is hot…
but what we don’t know is how you, our readers, beat the heat!

Share some of your summer fun!
Simply download the activity forms below, fill them out and return it to us. Your response might be featured in our newspaper and online! Submissions from all ages & all adjacent towns accepted!

Three Activities to Choose From!

ACTIVITY 1: Coloring Page Theme: What do you do to keep cool?
ACTIVITY 2: Beat-the Heat poem. Theme: Summer fun (Word limit: 45)
ACTIVITY 3: Pet Photos! Theme: How do your pet keep cool? Send in a summer picture of your pet!
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DDog-Days-webeadline is Aug. 10th!

All entries will appear either online or in our newspapers August 13th and 14th!
Send your submissions to: graphics@whitmanhansonexpress.com

or mail to:
1000 Main Street • P.O. Box 60
Hanson, MA 02341

Things you should know:
Only a limited number of submissions will appear in print (due to space limitations), but all entries will appear on our websites.  The Express Newspapers reserves the right not to publish any submissions it deems inappropriate. Limit of four entries per household. All submissions become the property of the Express Newspapers and WILL NOT  BE RETURNED. IF YOU WANT TO KEEP THE ORIGINAL FOR YOUR PERSONAL USE, PLEASE SEND US A COPY!

Filed Under: Featured Story, News

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