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Hometown Hope Initiative

11 / 30 / 2019   - 11:23:15 AM

MyFM and Asphalt Engineering Present the Hometown Hope Initiative

MyFM 101.3 & Asphalt Engineering of Bellingham has teamed up on a fantastic new project to improve our community. We will air a series of over 180 monthly commercials that feature a community organization that is making a difference in the... Read more

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06/07/2019 - 02:25:23 PM Hometown Hope Initiative for June - Ben Speaks Ben Speaks provides positive channels for expression for youth, families and communities through events, education and resources. Read more.

04/09/2019 - 07:12:21 AM Hometown Hope Initiative Recipient For April - Balance and Service K9s BASK is Balance and Service K9s, Inc. We are a very small 501c3 corporation in the state of Massachusetts, established in late 2013. Our mission is to enhance mobility and independence through canine partnerships. We do this through the raising and extensive training... Read more.

11/09/2018 - 10:11:13 AM Ryan's Butterfly Garden Our Lady of Fatima Shrine is embarking on a new prayer/memorial area. A number of people who have lost a loved one to the current opioid crisis approached the shrine to create a Butterfly Garden of Remembrance. There will be the opportunity to honor your loved one who... Read more.

06/14/2018 - 03:57:44 PM Hometown Hope Initiative Recipient For June - A Service Dog For PJ Interview Listen to Ray Auger's conversation with Kristie Maxfield about her son PJ and their need for a service dog. Read more.

06/11/2018 - 07:08:23 AM Hometown Hope Initiative Recipient For June - A Service Dog For PJ Our six year old son PJ was diagnosed with autism at a very young age. He is non verbal, has PICA disorder and as he continues to grow, is prone to running off or toward water. Despite his challenges, he is a happy boy who is thriving at a special school for autism and... Read more.

04/13/2018 - 07:29:40 AM Hometown Hope Initiative Recipient For April - HMEA - incredABLE 5k HMEA's 17th Annual incredABLE 5K, is an all-inclusive event, taking place on Sunday, May 20, 2018 at Dell EMC in Franklin, MA. Fox25 news anchor, Gene Lavanchy, will be returning to his co-hosting duties, along with former New England Patriots "ALL PRO" Linebacker, Steve... Read more.

04/13/2018 - 07:20:32 AM Hometown Hope Initiative Recipient For April - HMEA HMEA provides innovative services in school, at work, at home and in the community for people with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Read more.

02/06/2018 - 06:33:13 AM Hometown Hope Initiative Recipient for February - The Gan Rivkah Center The Gan Rivkah Center was started 6 years ago by Hadassah Rose, as a means of affordable day care. In a few short months became the woman's center it is today. The center provides accommodations for 27 women with or without children; and their pets if needed. Read more.

01/24/2018 - 10:28:22 AM Hometown Hope Initiative Recipient for January - S.A.F.E. Coalition S.A.F.E. is a coalition of community partners who have come together to provide support, education, treatment options, and coping mechanisms for those affected by substance abuse disorder. We do so by empowering those affected, including their families, with the tools... Read more.

11/02/2017 - 03:07:44 PM Hometown Hope Initiative Recipient from November - Local Food Pantries Throughout our local area, thousands of children, adults and seniors go without each year. The holidays are especially hard for those who can’t provide adequate meals from themselves or their families. This month’s recipient of the MyFM and Asphalt Engineering Hometown... Read more.

09/13/2017 - 03:52:35 PM Hometown Hope Initiative Recipient for September and October 2017 - Children's Alopecia Project Children's Alopecia Project helps any child in need who is living with hair loss due to all forms of Alopecia by building self-esteem in children living with alopecia, providing support for them and their families and raising awareness about the life-altering disease. Read more.

03/08/2017 - 07:02:39 AM Hometown Hope Initiative Recipient for March 2017 - Mendy Tarkowski You may have seen a few inspirational yard signs promoting tolerance, love and understanding in the Medway area recently. The Hate Has No Home Here Project promotes just and inclusive communities by encouraging neighbors to declare their homes, schools, businesses, and... Read more.

01/24/2017 - 08:00:36 AM Project Just Because Interview Ray Auger spoke with Cherylann Walsh, President of Project Just Because, and Joey Callery, from the Hopkinton Free Masons, about the local organization Project Just Because and all the great things they do in our community. Read more.

01/24/2017 - 07:36:18 AM Hometown Hope Initiative January Recipient - Project Just Because Project Just Because is dedicated to helping as many men, women and children as they can, providing dignity and love from the heart in a caring environment. Read more.

11/03/2016 - 12:18:03 PM Interview With March of Dimes Staff and Volunteers November's recipient of the WMRC and Asphalt Engineering Hometown Hope Initiative is March of Dimes. WMRC's Ray Auger spoke with March of Dimes Division Director Stephen Sycks, Chair of 2017 March of Dimes Worcester Walk Allison Lane and Mission Family Members Leigh Anne... Read more.

11/03/2016 - 06:33:16 AM Hometown Hope Initiative November Recipient - March of Dimes President Franklin Roosevelt's personal struggle with polio led him to create the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis at a time when polio was on the rise. Better known as the March of Dimes, the foundation established a polio patient aid program and... Read more.

09/22/2016 - 03:17:03 PM Vietnam The 50th Massachustts, Inc. Interview The WMRC and Asphalt Engineering Hometown Hope Initiative recipient for October is Vietnam The 50th Massachusetts. WMRC's Ray Auger spoke with Al Holman, Earl Fahey and Jo-Ann Morgan about their upcoming gala and welcome home dinner. Read more.

09/13/2016 - 12:03:41 PM Vietnam The 50th Massachusetts, Inc. Many young men and women made sacrifices for their country during the Vietnam War. After returning home, their sacrifices were dismissed or even vilified by some of the countrymen they defended. The anguish they endured has contributed to the high rates of homelessness... Read more.

06/09/2016 - 07:32:05 AM Hometown Hope Initiative June Recipient - My One Wish The local non-profit My One Wish is June's recipient of the WMRC and Asphalt Engineering Hometown Hope Initiative. To learn more about My One Wish and the work they do with local children please listen to this coversation with Virginia Brenna... Read more.

05/23/2016 - 04:32:07 PM Milford Summer Food Service Program Blitz Day Milford Summer Food Service Program Blitz Day Read more.

05/04/2016 - 06:33:02 PM Conversation With Marykate Bergen About Summer Meals Program Conversation With Marykate Bergen About Summer Meals Program Read more.

05/03/2016 - 11:53:09 AM Volunteer Opportunities at the YMCA Volunteer Opportunities at the YMCA Read more.

05/03/2016 - 11:51:38 AM Milford Food Pantry Donation Guidelines Milford Food Pantry Donation Guidelines Read more.

05/03/2016 - 11:47:43 AM Milford Summer Food Service Program Volunteer Opportunities The Milford Summer Food Service Program, a collaborative effort between the Milford Area Humanitarian Coalition and the Hockomock Area YMCA, is looking for volunteers during the summer season, Monday-Friday between 11AM – 2PM. The ability to speak Spanish or Portuguese... Read more.

05/01/2016 - 07:30:37 PM Hometown Hope Initiative April Recipient - Hockomock Area YMCA The Hockomock Area YMCA is a not-for-profit charitable community service organization of men, women, and children of all ages, ethnic origins, religious affiliations, and socioeconomic levels united in a common effort to positively influence the quality of life of its... Read more.

04/05/2016 - 05:45:41 PM HMEA's Mike Moloney HMEA's Mike Moloney talks with WMRC's Ray Auger about HMEA and HMEA's upcoming incredABLE Day on May 22nd. Read more.

03/31/2016 - 03:55:30 PM HMEA’s incredABLE Walk, Run and All-Day Family Fun HMEA, Inc., a nonprofit organization serving children and adults with special needs, announces that it will hold its signature family event and fundraiser of the year, the incredABLE Walk, Run and All-Day Family Fun, on Sunday, May 22, 2016, at EMC2 Headquarters in... Read more.

03/31/2016 - 03:51:29 PM Hometown Hope Initiative April Recipient - HMEA Originally incorporated in 1961, the organization was first known as the Wrentham Research Foundation. Located on the grounds of the Wrentham Developmental Center, its primary mission was to conduct research in the field of mental retardation. Studies included prevention... Read more.

03/08/2016 - 07:42:10 AM Hometown Hope Initiative March Recipient - Milford Schools - Interview WMRC's Ray Auger sat down with Dr. Tremblay to talk about his departure, the state and future of the school system. The Milford School System is the March recipient of the WMRC and Asphalt Engineering Hometown Hope Initiative. Read more.

02/15/2016 - 12:53:23 PM Hometown Hope Initiative February Recipient - SenseAbility Gym - Interview Ray Auger spoke with Alysia Butler and Tina Perriello of SenseAbility Gym. Read more.

02/03/2016 - 06:22:10 PM Hometown Hope Initiative February Recipient - SenseAbility Gym SenseAbility Gym Incorporated is a nonprofit corporation serving special needs children in the greater Hopedale, Massachusetts area. Our mission is to provide a parent-led sensory gym, giving children with special needs a safe, fun, indoor area where they can play and... Read more.

12/01/2015 - 04:35:39 PM Hometown Hope Initiative December Recipient - The Santa Foundation The Santa Foundation has been serving the Franklin area and it's surrounding communities for 29 years spreading hope and joy to families in need. Ray Auger talked with Dick Timmons about the organization. Read more.

11/10/2015 - 03:38:58 PM BVT Announces Admissions Open House The annual Admissions Open House for parents, guardians, and prospective students will be held at Blackstone Valley Regional Vocational Technical High School on Wednesday, December 2, 2015, from 5:30-8:00 p.m. The evening is an opportunity to tour the campus at 65... Read more.

11/10/2015 - 03:30:51 PM Valley Tech Upgrades Admissions Policy Renowned for its refinement of technology, facilities, and curriculum, Blackstone Valley Tech's commitment to continuous improvement has resulted in upgrades to the school's admissions policy and application process. Read more.

11/06/2015 - 10:36:45 AM BVT, Alternatives, and Lowe's Hold Groundbreaking Ceremony A new partnership was celebrated on Thursday, October 29, 2015, when Blackstone Valley Tech, Alternatives Unlimited, Inc., and Lowe's broke ground on a community construction project. The groundbreaking was held in Northbridge... Read more.

11/05/2015 - 07:37:07 AM Hometown Hope Initiative November Recipient - BVT Ray Auger sat down with Blackstone Valley Tech Superintendent Dr. Mike Fitzpatrick and talked about the school, upcoming events and their community involvement. Read more.

10/01/2015 - 04:38:33 PM United Way's Second Annual Costume Bash Join the United Way at their Second Annual Costume Bash. Represent your favorite decade and help us raise money for HUNGER RELIEF in your community! #FlashbackUWTC Read more.

10/01/2015 - 04:35:40 PM United Way of Tri-County Interview Ray Auger spoke with Paul Mina, President and CEO, and Jen Maseda, Chief Philanthropy Officer, about the United Way of Tri County, this months WMRC and Asphalt Engineering Hometown Hope Initiative Recipients. Read more.

10/01/2015 - 04:26:33 PM Hometown Hope Initiative October Recipients, United Way of Tri-County The United Way of Tri-County is a community building organization that brings people together to care for one another. We provide programs and services, connect volunteers, strengthen agencies, teach social responsibility, and meet the critical needs of thousands of... Read more.

09/21/2015 - 02:22:32 PM Bellingham Council on Aging Interview with Director Laura DeMattia The Bellingham Senior Center is the September recipients of the WMRC and Asphalt Engineering Hometown Hope Initiative! Ray Auger sat down with Director Laura DeMattia to learn more about the senior center and the programs they offer. Read more.

09/14/2015 - 09:50:57 AM Bellingham Council on Aging News and Happenings II SENIOR CENTER NEWS AND HAPPENINGS - Want to learn something new? Are you a beginner looking for a patient teacher that encourages you to work at your own pace? Give the Bellingham Senior Center a call at 508-966-0398 and your instructor, Patricia Llewellyn will contact... Read more.

09/14/2015 - 09:49:04 AM Bellingham Council on Aging News and Happenings SENIOR CENTER NEWS AND HAPPENINGS - It’s that time of year again! If you have a Medicare Prescription Drug Plan or a Medicare Advantage Plan (HMO or PPO), you should receive a notice from your plan by the end of this month. That notice outlines changes to be made to... Read more.

09/14/2015 - 09:30:32 AM Hometown Hope Initiative September Recipients, Bellingham Council on Aging CLASSES AND PROGRAMS - On Tuesday, September 22, Cooking for One will meet at 5:30 p.m. This class is limited to 10 people and you must sign up by calling 508-966-0398. The foods and the instructor are provided by Whole Foods Market. Dawn... Read more.

08/19/2015 - 10:12:47 AM Milford Special Olympics Profile, Marc Zenus Marc Zenus, at age 36, is the youngest of three children. His older siblings include a sister, Melinda, and a brother Joe. He is also a very proud uncle to Madelyn, Sara, Aaron, and Jaxon. Marc resides in Hopedale, MA and lives with his Mom and Dad. Marc is affected by a... Read more.

08/06/2015 - 03:46:56 PM 5K Road Race to Benefit The Milford Special Olympics Join the Milford Special Olympics for a 5k road race and walk on September 19th. Read more.

08/06/2015 - 03:35:53 PM Milford Special Olympics Profile: Mark Mancuso, Athlete My name is Mark Mancuso and I am 17 years old. I am a student at Milford High School and I have been a member of Milford Special Olympics since I was eight. I have competed in soccer, basketball, track and field, softball and bocce. I love the Special Olympics because... Read more.

08/06/2015 - 03:24:30 PM Milford Special Olympics Profile: Tim Santos, Athlete Hi my name is Tim Santos and I have Down’s syndrome. I am twenty years old. I am a Special Olympic Athlete and on the council for Special Olympics Massachusetts Project Unify. Project Unify promotes inclusive sports to provide youth with and without intellectual... Read more.

07/30/2015 - 03:35:28 PM Hometown Hope Initiative August Recipients, Milford Special Olympics Milford Special Olympics was started in the spring of 1994 with Avery Dennison as our sponsor with one coach, one track team, and four athletes. Today, Milford Community Programs is our sponsor and we have 27 coaches, 20 teams, with 12 different sports, and 190... Read more.

07/28/2015 - 04:07:50 PM Hometown Hope Street Team at McDonalds Join the WMRC & Asphalt Engineering Hometown Hope Street Team at the new McDonald's on Medway Road in Milford for a live broadcast with the Sports Buzz. We'll be playing games and giving away prizes. AND, McDonald's will be giving away their grand opening prizes that... Read more.