NEWS
Crews flush hydrants on Colella Farm Road, Joseph Road due to water discoloration
In a notice to residents, Water-Sewer Manager Jed Fenneuff announced that crews were flushing hydrants in the area of Colella Farm Road and Joseph Road due to...
Library Director Hill looks forward to next chapter in life after resignation
Nanci Hill, the outgoing director of the Hopkinton Public Library, chose to resign from her position to focus on her...
Lewitus to stay on in per diem role as Parks & Rec starts new director search
Parks & Recreation Commission chair Kyle Smith will lead the commission's coordination with the town’s Human...
FEATURED
Hopkinton Today for Friday, Sept. 11: Charter Review Committee hears from Board of Health on proposals
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...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Porcini
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This...
Hopkinton Today for Thursday, Sept. 10: 9/11 remembrance to be held at Town Common Friday
Good morning, Hopkinton! Welcome to the daily update we call Hopkinton Today — a quick recap of yesterday’s news,...
EDUCATION
HPS induction/mentorship program helps with strong educator retention rate
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yY7K79Ep0dU&list=PL8WekT6kxX1B3xlP6fIr3QmhJButK4GkU&index=1 Whether new to the profession, new to the school district...
School Committee sets start times for next year
The School Committee on Thursday adopted a three-run transportation schedule for the 2027-28 school year. That option...
Schools Notebook: Russian School of Mathematics students recognized
A number of Hopkinton students were recognized recently by the Russian School of Mathematics for their...
SPORTS
HHS sophomore Clement joins USA U-17 soccer team
Hopkinton’s Nina Clement was selected for the U.S. Under-17 Women’s National Team training camp, one of only two players from Massachusetts to earn a spot...
Hanlon wins pro boxing debut
Hopkinton product Barrett Hanlon won his professional boxing debut Aug. 29 with a first-round TKO of Ratavious...
Move In Style Athlete Spotlight: Jenny Zhang
A “dedicated member” of the unified track and field team for the past three years, according to coach Chip Collins,...
OBITUARIES
Ryan Holland, 53
Ryan S. Holland, 53, died unexpectedly at home on Sept. 3, 2026, following a brief illness. He is survived by his mother, Geraldine F. (Musto) Holland,...
Ann Alexander, 77
Ann M. (Taylor) Alexander, 77, died Sept. 5, 2026, at Milford Regional Medical Center. She was the wife of James W....
Edward Chwalek, 80
Edward Joseph Chwalek, 80, of Hopkinton passed away peacefully on Sept. 3, 2026, surrounded by family. Ed was the...
LETTERS
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Hopkinton Today for Friday, Sept. 11: Charter Review Committee hears from Board of Health on proposals
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. Committee split on proposal to expand Board of Health membership The Charter Review Committee will...
