NEWS
Parks & Rec scales back Pyne Field project amid cost concerns
The Parks & Recreation Commission on Tuesday voted to rescind its previous $3 million Community Preservation funds request for a cricket pitch and...
Arrests/Police Log, Nov. 11 edition
ARRESTS Nov. 4 10:33 p.m. Officers arrested a 32-year-old Upton man on East Main Street and charged him with...
Select Board to vote on new police chief Nov. 19 after picking top 2 contenders
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GfXMQKasaFc The Select Board on Tuesday interviewed the three finalists for police...
FEATURED
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Sienna
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 8-year-old...
Resident publishes ‘genre-bending’ techno thriller series about AI, future tech
There are two Feyzi Celiks. Both are Turkish-American, CEOs of a technology company, live in Hopkinton and are married...
Business Profile: Hopkinton welcomes new veterinary practice
Pet owners in Hopkinton have a new option for traditional veterinary care. Upper Charles Animal Hospital, based in...
EDUCATION
Health survey of local students shows encouraging trend
Hopkinton’s middle and high school students are feeling less anxious and depressed, but there still are areas of concern, particularly for students with...
FY 28 capital plan outlined for school district
School Committee members on Nov. 12 are expected to vote on a capital plan for fiscal year 2028, with Town Meeting...
ESBC OK’s temporary roadwork, discusses stormwater issues
The Elementary School Building Committee on Tuesday night approved a budget change of $200,769 related to temporary...
SPORTS
HHS Sports Roundup: Girls soccer ousted by Wellesley
The Hopkinton High School girls soccer team fell in the Division 1 Round of 16 on Wednesday evening, dropping a 3-0 decision to host Wellesley. One year after...
Strong season for veteran Hillers boys soccer squad
Hopkinton High School boys soccer coach Garrett Sawyer came into the 2026 season with lofty expectations for his team....
HHS Sports Roundup: Field hockey falls to top seed
The Hopkinton High School field hockey team bowed out of the postseason Tuesday with a 5-0 road loss to top-seeded...
OBITUARIES
David Zani, 84
David Paul Zani, 84, of Hopkinton passed away at home on Nov. 8, 2026, with his loving family by his side. David graduated from Hopkinton High School and then...
James Hahesy Jr., 84
James E. Hahesy Jr., a resident of Hopkinton in recent years and a former longtime resident of Longmeadow, died...
Norma Macmillan, 85
Norma Lee (Smith) Macmillan, 85, passed away peacefully at home on Nov. 3, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She...
LETTERS
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Hopkinton Today for Thursday, Nov. 12: HHS Drama Ensemble to perform ‘Chicago’ next week
Good morning, Hopkinton! Welcome to the daily update we call Hopkinton Today — a quick recap of yesterday’s news, highlights of what’s on tap, and a photo of the day. HHS students lead choreography, set design for 'Chicago' production The Hopkinton High School Drama...
