Letter To The Editor

LETTER: Dykema Turned Away PAC Funding

Recent allegations of Rep. Carolyn Dykema accepting special interest donations to her re-election campaign are false.

Submitted by the Campaign to Eelct Carolyn Dykema regarding a post on Flemming-Hayes.com. Good morning, Yesterday you may have received factually inaccurate information from "writer" Shane at shane @flemingandhayes.com. I want to provide you with the facts. The Dykema Campaign has never accepted special interest PAC contributions, so it was a shock to learn that the campaign had been accused of intentionally not reporting PAC campaign contribution.  The facts are that the campaign received a check of $500 from SEIU 1199 dated 10/3/12, which was returned with a formal letter on 10/23/12 (see attached). To be clear, this check was never cashed or deposited in any way and the suggestion that the campaign is somehow "hiding" campaign …

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Letter to the Editor

Letter to the Editor: Lamb Challenges Dykema's Record

He presents some of her Roll Call votes.

To the Editor: There is so much that my opponent fails to disclose about her voting record. She votes for the Speaker, not the district. My opponent fails to mention that the percentage she votes with the Speaker is 95.37. At the Hopkinton debate last week, Rep. Dykema admitted to voting wrong. She doesn't vote for the district. She votes for the Speaker 95.37 percent of the time. You don't have to believe me. I am happy to send people her voting record. She claims to always vote for the district, but yet she sent $35 million of our tax dollars to bail out Lawrence. That did not help Holliston, Hopkinton, Southborough, and Westborough. I am not surprised by this attempt to mislead voters, because on Wednesday, the Worcester Telegram …

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Darlene Hayes

10:57 am on Monday, October 29, 2012

Napolitano, I have not named called or lied. I dont want to argue with you. My points are facts regardless of the circumstances. I can name other business owners in similiar situations who have been far more active in the community with more severe situations at home and have maintained personal success as well. It is pathetic that you are touting this as his excuse of attendence at town mtgs. I …   more ›

Dykema, Lamb Tout Debate Performances

The Eighth Middlesex District state representative candidates debated in Hopkinton on Monday night.

Both candidates for Eighth Middlesex District state representative are touting their performances during their debate Monday night in Hopkinton. In campaign press releases this week, incumbent Carolyn Dykema, D-Holliston, and challenger Marty Lamb, R-Holliston, defended their positions on a wide range of issues, from the economy to bi-partisanship. "Lamb had more specifics when it came to education, controlling state spending, and reviving the economy," Lamb's campaign said. Meanwhile, Dykema "credited her common sense approach to taxes and fiscal reform to her business education and decades of experience working in small and large local companies," her campaign said. Dykema and Lamb fielded questions Monday night from Michelle Murdock of …

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Darlene Hayes

11:57 am on Monday, October 22, 2012

Yes Joe, Mr Lamb has been all over the district with his hand out fundraising, too bad he hasnt had his hands out giving back to his community over the years.   more ›

Letter To The Editor

Letter to the Editor: Dykema Supports Veterans

She was influential in the 'Valor Act' getting passed.

To the Editor: Throughout the process of drafting a veterans’ omnibus bill poised to increase access to benefits and services for veterans, my staff and I met with many individuals and groups. I was proud of the input we received from each and every member of the Legislature during the drafting of the “Valor Act." Rep. Carolyn Dykema was at the forefront of these deliberations, especially advocating for the inclusion of veterans’ treatment courts.  When I returned home from my recent deployment in Iraq, I wanted to ensure our state remained forward-thinking and focused on the current and future climate for our service men and women and their families. Rep. Dykema, as a member of the Joint Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs, quickly …

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POLL: Will You Be Voting For Dykema or Lamb on Nov. 6

Who do you want to see as the eighth Middlesex district state representative?

The election is nearly upon us and incumbent Carolyn Dykema and challenger Marty Lamb are both looking for a victory. In April Lamb, R-Holliston, announced his plans to run against Dykema and the campaigning has been going since then. Dykema, D-Holliston, and Lamb have discussed issues such as running a "clean campaign." and sales taxes. With only three and a half weeks left before the Nov. 6 election we want to know where you stand. Submit your vote in the poll and tell other readers why in the comments section.

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Darlene Hayes

8:32 am on Friday, November 2, 2012

Bj, Diveristy in politics is not elected another caucasion, male attorney to Beacon Hill just because of recent party affiliations.   more ›

Patch Facts

5 Things: Commuter Rail Accountability, Suicide Prevention

Our weekday morning column, 5 Things You Need to Know, provides you with information that can help you plan your day and give you some fodder for water cooler conversations.

1. Celebrate Holliston: Did you enjoy the celebration on Saturday? Tons of residents showed up at Goodwill Park and many even took pictures. Check out the Celebrate Holliston User Gallery here and be sure to add your photos. 2. Help Prevent Suicide: Hopkinton resident Liz DeMore is going to be participating in Out of the Darkness Community Walk to help support suicide prevention. DeMore, who's oldest child Dan committed suicide in 2011, has set a personal goal of $1,000 but with your help she can meet and exceed that amount. If you would like to donate to the Out of Darkness Walk to help DeMore, click here. 3. Letter to the Commuter Rail: Last week Rep. Dykema and others sent a letter to the Mass DOT asking for more accountability in …

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Dykema's Taxation Record Becomes Campaign Focal Point

After Citizens for Limited Taxation endorsed Marty Lamb, Rep. Dykema's fiscal discipline is called in to question.

With the election less than two months away, candidates for the 8th Middlesex District Representative are sparring over the incumbent's record on state-imposed taxes. "Rep. Dykema is no friend to taxpayers. She has routinely voted to waste tax dollars and refused to lower our state's hefty tax burden," Francis Faulkner, associate director of Citizens for Limited Taxation, said in a press release. According to Dykema's campaign, being fiscally responsible doesn't necessarily mean lowering taxes. Let Patch save you time. Get great local stories like this delivered right to your inbox or smartphone everyday with our free newsletter. Simple, fast sign-up here. "[Fiscal discipline] means paying our bills and being realistic about expenses. …

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Kelly Roney

5:39 pm on Friday, September 21, 2012

So, Jul, is Marty still a Tea Party Republican, which he openly was 2010? He still has the same campaign staff. Or is he the contributor to Ed Markey that he was around 2000? Or is he trying to shake the Etch-A-Sketch on all that and reinvent himself yet again? Given his record, it's certainly apt to question who exactly he is and what his beliefs really are. I've asked these questions many times…   more ›

Patch Facts

5 Things: Finally Fall, Skate Park Cleaning

Our weekday morning column, 5 Things You Need to Know, provides you with information that can help you plan your day and give you some fodder for water cooler conversations.

1. Ride The Bus: Hopkinton students that want to ride the bus are almost all situated. At last night's School Committee meeting Superintendent Hiersche said all elementary students are on busses, leaving 36 middle and high school students still looking for transportation. 2. Celebrate The Bronze Award: Two Holliston Cadet Girl Scouts that have recently earned their Bronze Award will be honored in a small ceremony on tonight 7 p.m. at St. Michaels Church on Highland Street in Holliston. Rep. Carolyn Dykema will be in attendance along with the Girl Scout families and friends. All community members are invited to join and celebrate the girl's achievement. 3. Clean The Skate Park: This Sunday churchgoers from Grace United Methodist Church …

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GALLERY: Turkey, Hydroponics on Farm Tour

Yesterday Rep. Dykema and Secretary of Energy and Environmental Affairs Richard K. Sullivan Jr. toured several of the areas farms.

The sun wasn't shining, but that didn't stop the 8th Middlesex District Farm Tour from happening. Rep. Carolyn Dykema, D-Holliston, was joined by Secretary of Energy and Environmental Affairs Richard K. Sullivan Jr. at several local farms including Out Post Farm in Holliston and Water Fresh Farm in Hopkinton. They were joined by selectmen in each town as well as Sen. Karen Spilka, D-Ashland, and Rep. Chris Walsh, D-Framingham.

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