NEWS
Board of Health tackles cannabis delivery concerns, housing complaint
The Board of Health on Monday addressed changes to the state law regarding cannabis delivery and how it could affect Hopkinton. Chair Nasiba Mannan informed...
Planning Board continues Clinton Street hearings after discussion on bylaw application
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LBXTA5pEw7k The Planning Board on Monday voted 7-0 to continue two hearings related to...
Real Estate Transactions, April 27 edition
FEATURED
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Molly
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 4-month-old...
Professional Insights: Risks threatening Gen Z’s retirement — and how to tackle them
While older generations worry about having enough money for retirement, many Gen Z workers aren’t even starting to...
Business Profile: Parks & Rec Summer Program offers activities for all residents
From sports to field trips, the Hopkinton Parks & Recreation Department is offering something for all residents...
EDUCATION
DPW expresses concern about Charleswood School’s effect on sewer
The Elementary School Building Committee voted unanimously Tuesday to partially fund a sewer capacity engineering study requested by the Department of Public...
DESE: Disproportionate number of white students in Hopkinton identified with specific learning disabilities
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s8ccuyfOFGg The Hopkinton school district has a disproportionate number of white...
School Committee approves lowered FY 27 budget
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s8ccuyfOFGg&list=PL8WekT6kxX1B3xlP6fIr3QmhJButK4GkU The School Committee on...
SPORTS
Move In Style Athlete Spotlight: Joe Krattenmaker
Playing No. 1 singles, Krattenmaker won his first four matches of the season without losing a game. “As a captain, Joe sets the tone by consistently being one...
Hillers baseball shows promise in early season
The Hopkinton High School baseball team always sets its expectations high, especially since the program has reached...
HHS girls golf aims for new heights
Hopkinton High School golf coach Bill Phaneuf said his team exceeded even his expectations last year. The Hillers came...
OBITUARIES
Phyllis Hill, 94
Phyllis A (Glaude) Hill, 94, passed away peacefully at her home on April 23, 2026. She resided with her daughter Charlene, grandchildren Lisa and Billy Hindes...
Grace Melvin, 91
Grace K. (McCarthy) Melvin, 91, passed away peacefully on April 21, 2026, in Framingham after a period of declining...
Ann DeLuise, 91
Ann Elizabeth DeLuise (Terry) passed away peacefully on April 21, 2026, at her residence, Heritage of Framingham. She...
LETTERS
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Hopkinton Today for Wednesday, April 29: Residents encouraged to ‘be prepared’ for Saturday’s ATM
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. Town to hold first Saturday ATM since bylaw change Town Manager Elaine Lazarus is optimistic about...
