Springhill Estates

12/15/2021

Just a reminder, Springhillians: bulk trash pickup tomorrow!

12/04/2021

We'll call this round a draw. This ain't over.

10/10/2021

Did I need to do this with Urban Tree coming next week?

No.

But, did I have a well thought out exit plan once the deed was done?

Mmm... no.

But... didn't I still expertly remove the Neighborhood Ugly Bush with skill, efficiency and extreme prejudice?

Still no. Well, maybe the last...

One thing I *did* do?

CROSSED THE ALBATROSS OFF THE LIST!

Anyone have any ideas for that corner besides grass seed? Hopefully Urban can pull or grind the stump/remnants, I didn't want to hopelessly ground my saw chipping it up. Otherwise I'll take a maul to it next week to finish the job.

09/15/2021

Thought I recognized that smell, and then it hit me: the grapes trellised over the paths at https://www.lookoutfarm.com/. Growing wild right in our back yard at spots 1, 2 and 3. Who knew?? #springhillwinery https://www.allrecipes.com/article/how-to-make-wine-at-home/

08/09/2021

Posting for Lance, he's available on FB Messenger and can be DMed:

"Hi, can anyone tell me if my house plans need to be OKed by the HOA?"

06/21/2021

Virtual Kidnapping Scams | Mass Consumer Affairs Blog

Hey Springhilleans - not the funnest of topics, but please do stay vigilant and aware of the nastiness in the world. Another awful scam recently has reared it's ugly head, the Virtual Kidnapping Call. In addition to remembering to stay on top of things you share on social media (don't list phone numbers, keep your profiles private, etc.), here are a couple of quick links to bring folks up to speed. I would also say to pay attention to some of these tips given in the Today reference:

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Payton recommends people take some steps before, during and after to protect themselves from this hoax.

Have a family secret code word: “Get a secret code word with your family that people can’t guess on social media. So say ‘If you have my kid, tell my kid to tell me the secret code word.’ Most of the time if it’s a scam they are not going to know the secret code word,” Payton said.

Have them slow down: Stall. Tell them you can’t hear them. Ask if you can call them back. Keep them talking. Scams like this fail as soon as the would-be target realizes their loved one is safe.

Contact the victim: As you keep the person talking, text the alleged victim to see if they are OK. Because the scammer is only changing the caller ID and does not have the victim’s real phone, your loved one can respond.

Report it: “Absolutely you should report it,” Payton said. People should report virtual kidnappings threats to:

The Internet Crime Complaint Center
The Federal Communication Commission
The Federal Trade Commission"
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https://www.today.com/parents/virtual-kidnapping-rise-here-s-how-protect-your-family-t150413

http://blog.mass.gov/consumer/massconsumer/virtual-kidnapping-scams/

  Virtual kidnapping scams aren’t just terrifying; they can be costly. A virtual kidnapping scam occurs when a scammer calls your number and tells you he has kidnapped your loved one. The scammer threatens injury or worse unless the victim pays a ransom.

04/14/2021

Posting for Lance, he's available on FB Messenger and can be DMed:

"Hi you guys,Thank you so much for all the support you have given me and the kids during this traumatic time. Can someone send Dick's phone number to me. My adjuster has a question? Thank you again!!!"

04/11/2021

Photos from Mansfield Emergency Management Agency's post

03/15/2021

From Erin McNeill, what the fountain at the top of Springhill next to what is now Town Hall looked like in the 20's...

07/13/2020

Hi SH folks! Hope everyone continues to survive the COVID situation as best they can. Just wanted to broadcast a heads up that it looks like we may have a recurrence of mud wasps at the edge of the oval-about (that term is now patent-pending) coming up Whitman's Brook Drive from Elm. I was taking a quick walk and there were a few dozen flying over the grass, rather agitated at the moment. I'd avoid the area for a spell, and watch your pups!

03/22/2020

Meant to post these back in November... I'm assuming this is the old root cellar that Tom Sampson told me about. Came upon the stuff after an extended stroll deep into my back yard...

08/08/2019

Welcome to Easton, MA

https://www.easton.ma.us/departments/board_of_health/hot_topic_-_mosquito_control.php

8 7 2019 The Massachusetts Department of Public Health DPH and the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources MDAR announced Tuesday, August 6, 2019 that aerial spraying for mosquitoes will take place in specific areas of southeastern Massachusetts. So far this year, 22 communities in southe...

08/08/2019

Welcome to Easton, MA

https://www.easton.ma.us/departments/board_of_health/hot_topic_-_mosquito_control.php

8 7 2019 The Massachusetts Department of Public Health DPH and the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources MDAR announced Tuesday, August 6, 2019 that aerial spraying for mosquitoes will take place in specific areas of southeastern Massachusetts. So far this year, 22 communities in southe...

08/31/2017

School's back in session for the kids of Springhill...

08/09/2017

Check out the new street signs - looking sharp! Many thanks to Adam McNeil and the rest of our neighborhood advisory committee for making it happen!

09/13/2016

The Girls of the Legendary Springhill Gang are doing their best to support the Moreau Hall Parent Advisory Council - PAC by having a lemonade stand at the gazebo after school today, around 4PM! Suggested donations are $1 for lemonade, $.50 for brownies and $.25 for cookies. Let's give 'em a hand and BE THE DIFFERENCE!!!

06/29/2015

This bracelet turned up when I was finishing up the awesome cleanup you all did for the Block Party. Anybody know who it might belong to?