NEWS
Hopkinton man in critical condition after being struck by SUV on Wood Street
A Hopkinton man was in critical condition Sunday night after he and his dog were struck on Wood Street by an SUV hours...
Midweek ramp closures at I-90/I-495 interchange start Tuesday night
More overnight ramp closures at the Interstate 90/Interstate 495 interchange in Hopkinton will take place this week...
FEATURED
Library Corner, Oct. 14 edition
For more information on any of the following programs or other activities at the library, visit hopkintonlibrary.org. Visit the library’s website calendar for...
Hopkinton Today for Friday, Oct. 9: McAuliffe responds to convenience store lobby claims over tobacco regulations
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: Mochi
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This...
EDUCATION
School Committee chooses firm for enrollment study
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NVWIDtMIhzM&list=PL8WekT6kxX1B3xlP6fIr3QmhJButK4GkU&index=1 The School Committee on Thursday awarded a $15,750...
High school HVAC replacement project back on agenda
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NVWIDtMIhzM&list=PL8WekT6kxX1B3xlP6fIr3QmhJButK4GkU&index=1 Returning to the...
Utility delays necessitate temporary roadwork for Charleswood School project
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8fLUJcKCnKk Temporary paving and striping will occur on Hayden Rowe Street to...
SPORTS
Move In Style Athlete Spotlight: Kate Riesenberger
After switching from outside hitter to the right side for the benefit of the team, Riesenberger “has really found her groove,” according to coach Jessie...
HHS girls soccer looks to hit stride
The 2026 Hopkinton High School girls soccer team has a mix of returning players and newcomers, and coach Dan Collins...
New talent, improved veterans pace HHS girls XC
Hopkinton High School girls cross country coach Jean Cann said that her relatively inexperienced team might suffer...
OBITUARIES
Judith Keefe, 82
Judith “Judy” Martha Gillett Keefe, 82, of Hopkinton passed away on Oct. 8, 2026, of a heart and lung condition. Judy was born June 9, 1944, in Massena, New...
Ray Davis, 93
Ray E. Davis, 93, a longtime resident of Franklin, died Oct. 2, 2026, at Mary Ann Morse Healthcare Center in Natick....
Patricia Paliulis, 72
Patricia Elaine “Patty” (Bean) Paliulis, 72, passed away on Oct. 4 in Wayland. Born in Fitchburg on Oct. 4, 1954,...
LETTERS
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Hopkinton Today for Friday, Oct. 9: McAuliffe responds to convenience store lobby claims over tobacco regulations
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. Health director affirms NFG regulations were driven by community Hopkinton's health director has...
