NEWS
Week of overnight ramp closures at I-90/I-495 interchange planned to start Sunday
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation announced several overnight ramp closures at the Interstate...
Board of Health moves to hold public hearing due to Golden Pond ‘stonewall’ efforts
Determining the response it received from Golden Pond Assisted Living was not adequate, the Board of Health on...
FEATURED
Hopkinton Today for Friday, Oct. 30: School district launches contest for concession stand design
Good morning, Hopkinton! Welcome to the daily update we call Hopkinton Today — a quick recap of yesterday’s news,...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Twister and Gatsby
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This...
EDUCATION
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...
School Committee reviews school improvement plans
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-odK9fHCCTg The School Committee on Thursday learned the details of each school’s...
SPORTS
Move In Style Athlete Spotlight: Gabe Cafazzo
A three-year starter and multi-sport captain (football, baseball), Cafazzo “impacts the game in every phase, leading...
Move In Style Athlete Spotlight: Natalie Prisco
A captain, Prisco contributed 10 goals and three assists through the team’s first 14 games as HHS went 7-5-2. “She is...
OBITUARIES
Arthur McMahon, 98
Arthur Thomas McMahon, 98, of Hopkinton and formerly of Framingham, passed away on Oct. 23, 2026. Born in Boston, he...
Louise Turner, 90
Louise B Turner, 90, of Natick and a former resident of Mashpee, passed away on Oct. 17, 2026. Born and raised in...
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Hopkinton Today for Friday, Oct. 30: School district launches contest for concession stand design
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. HPS seeks concession stand designs that celebrate school, community spirit Hopkinton students of all...



















