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  • Why Hopkinton neighbors are furious about gunfire, potholes, and Town Hall access

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📰 News we're reading

• Hopkinton residents complain about gunfire, bad roads (thewesterlysun.com) — Hopkinton residents pressed the Town Council about loud gunfire on Palmer Circle, deteriorating state roads like Routes 3 and 216, and lingering accessibility concerns at the newly expanded Town Hall. Councilors and state lawmakers are pushing Rhode Island Energy and DOT for faster road repairs, while the town reapplies for a federal Community Development Block Grant and advances bridge work and local recognition awards.
   

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