NEWS
2026 Annual Town Election: Candidate list, bios
Following is a list of the positions and candidates that will appear on the May 18 Annual Town Election ballot. Polls will be open from 7 a.m.-8 p.m. at...
Parks & Rec moves forward on fundraiser policy for pickleball courts
The Parks & Recreation Commission on Tuesday revised and approved a draft policy that will open up the Fruit...
Permanent Building Committee approves revised Center School schematic designs
The Permanent Building Committee on Tuesday unanimously approved the revised schematic designs for the Center School...
FEATURED
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Jake
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...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Louie
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This...
Professional Insights: Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac unveil new condo requirements
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are rolling out changes that will reshape how condominium associations and co‑ops manage...
EDUCATION
School Committee bids Stephenson goodbye, considers computer bids
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q9cgH89rp5g&list=PL8WekT6kxX1B3xlP6fIr3QmhJButK4GkU&index=1 The School Committee on Thursday honored vice chair Susan...
Superintendent rated as ‘proficient’ in School Committee evaluation
In his first year, Superintendent Evan Bishop met his goals and earned a “proficient” rating by the School Committee...
Schools Notebook: Local students earn recognition
Hopkinton High School senior Jianing Huang was named a winner of a corporation-sponsored National Merit Scholarship,...
SPORTS
Move In Style Athlete Spotlight: Avery Quebec
A midfielder who recently recorded her 100th career goal, Quebec is “a competitor in every sense of the word and is one of hardest-working athletes I have...
HHS girls track fields another strong squad
The Hopkinton High School girls track and field team is leaning on its depth and versatility this spring, and coach...
Move In Style Athlete Spotlight: Matt Pedroli
A center fielder and relief pitcher, Pedroli led the team through late April with a .562 batting average and has been...
OBITUARIES
Jeffrey Sias, 52
Jeffrey C. Sias, 52, passed away unexpectedly on April 23, 2026. Born Jan. 10, 1974, Jeffrey was raised in Hopkinton and later made his home in Conway, New...
Dennis Bucceri, 83
Dennis Januarius Bucceri passed away peacefully at his home in Alexandria, Virginia, on April 20, 2026, shortly after...
Joanne Moss, 71
Joanne Van Gelderen Moss, 71, died peacefully at her home in Southborough on May 8 after a long and courageous 10-year...
LETTERS
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Hopkinton Today for Friday, May 15: HMS students take third prize in state science fair
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. Students design state fair project to remove copper ions from water A trio of Hopkinton Middle School...
