NEWS
More overnight ramp closures at I-90/I-495 interchange start Monday
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation plans to conduct additional overnight ramp closures at the Interstate 90/Interstate 495 interchange in...
Select Board to interview police chief finalists Tuesday
Three candidates for the role of Hopkinton police chief will be interviewed by the Select Board at its meeting...
Center School demolition anticipated to start in December
The town has announced that it anticipates demolition of parts of the Center School campus will begin in December. In...
FEATURED
Hopkinton Today for Monday, Nov. 9: Town gears up for Veterans Day events Wednesday
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...
Hopkinton Today for Friday, Nov. 6: HHS students join inaugural youth research program
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: Mimi and Bentley
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This...
EDUCATION
Health survey of local students shows encouraging trend
Hopkinton’s middle and high school students are feeling less anxious and depressed, but there still are areas of concern, particularly for students with...
FY 28 capital plan outlined for school district
School Committee members on Nov. 12 are expected to vote on a capital plan for fiscal year 2028, with Town Meeting...
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...
SPORTS
HHS Sports Roundup: Field hockey, girls soccer post tourney wins
Hopkinton High School’s field hockey and girls soccer teams hit the road Sunday and returned home victors in the Division 1 state tournament’s Round of 32....
HHS teams set state tourney plans
Hopkinton High School’s fall sports teams have their playoff plans in place, as the Division 1 state tournament...
Move In Style Athlete Spotlight: Jillian Toran
A co-captain, Toran led the Hillers in wins over Holliston and Medfield — winning the latter meet on Hopkinton’s new...
OBITUARIES
Norma Macmillan, 85
Norma Lee (Smith) Macmillan, 85, passed away peacefully at home on Nov. 3, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of David Jeffrey...
Raymond Gendreau, 84
Raymond John Gendreau, 84, a resident of Natick and previously of Hopkinton, died Oct. 31, 2026, after a period of...
George McBride, 92
George Joseph McBride Jr., 92, of Hopkinton passed away on Oct. 29, 2026. Born in Milford, he was the son of the late...
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Hopkinton Today for Monday, Nov. 9: Town gears up for Veterans Day events Wednesday
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. VCC promotes annual ceremony, recognition dinner The Veterans Celebration Committee will host two...
