NEWS
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 family and travel after a 27-year career...
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...
Arrests/Police Log, Sept. 9 edition
ARRESTS Sept. 5 6:06 p.m. Officers conducted a straight warrant arrest of a 45-year-old woman from Mayhew Court....
FEATURED
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Porcini
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 1-year-old...
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,...
Hopkinton Today for Wednesday, Sept. 9: HFD, HPD conduct interagency emergency exercises
Good morning, Hopkinton! Welcome to the daily update we call Hopkinton Today — a quick recap of yesterday’s news,...
EDUCATION
Schools Notebook: Russian School of Mathematics students recognized
A number of Hopkinton students were recognized recently by the Russian School of Mathematics for their accomplishments. Eighth grader Mayukh Pujari took 19th...
Options for school start times outlined at meeting
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aYvyzJeClF4 On Sept. 10, the School Committee anticipates voting on start and end...
School Committee public comment period focuses on kirpan exemption for Sikh students
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aYvyzJeClF4 An exception in the district’s weapons policy that allows some Sikh...
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
Edward Chwalek, 80
Edward Joseph Chwalek, 80, of Hopkinton passed away peacefully on Sept. 3, 2026, surrounded by family. Ed was the husband of Marcia, and together they...
Carol Jones, 79
Carol Margaret (Pentheny) Jones, 79, of Wilton, New Hampshire, passed away peacefully at the Jack Byrne Center for...
Frances Harris, 92
A celebration of life for Frances Marion Harris will be held Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2026, from 4-7 p.m. at Hawks Nest...
LETTERS
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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, highlights of what’s on tap, and a photo of the day. 9/11 ceremony to feature local leaders, remembrance of victims In memory of the 25th anniversary of...
