NEWS
WSAB to recommend water, sewer rate hikes to Select Board
The Water & Sewer Advisory Board on Wednesday voted unanimously to recommend water and sewer rate increases to the Select Board in June. After reviewing...
Conservation Commission deadlocked on 12 North Mill Street, revisits Charleswood water issue
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JsoWQwG0k9g The Conservation Commission on Tuesday approved the notice of intent for a...
Arrests/Police Log, May 20 edition
ARRESTS May 12 9:57 p.m. On Walcott Street, Officers Kyle Quinzani and Justin Cappuccio arrested a 19-year-old from...
FEATURED
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Shayla
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...
Senior Snippets, May 20 edition
The Hopkinton Senior Center is open Mondays through Thursdays from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. and Fridays from 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m....
Arts Residency: Beth Gismondi
Beth Gismondi began studying art at an early age, later taking on art history as part of her undergraduate studies and...
EDUCATION
ESBC focuses on Charleswood runoff issue
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fGtvBQ8-dcM&list=PL8WekT6kxX1Br0cSnDo2TGMdCfeMGnuFg&index=1 Vertex representatives said they are developing a...
HHS students form health-awareness nonprofit
Arshia Tharakabhushanam had a severe allergic reaction to nuts while eating a sweet during a trip to India. While...
School Committee bids Stephenson goodbye, considers computer bids
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q9cgH89rp5g&list=PL8WekT6kxX1B3xlP6fIr3QmhJButK4GkU&index=1 The School...
SPORTS
Move In Style Athlete Spotlight: Nate Spinale
Spinale saved 62 percent of the shots he faced through early May, an impressive figure considering most goalies would be pleased if they blocked half the...
HHS girls tennis tops in TVL
A recent battle with Westwood for supremacy in the Tri-Valley League proved to be the longest match that Lyn Calkins...
Hillers girls lacrosse continues upward momentum
In Marisa Remley’s first season leading the Hopkinton High School girls lacrosse program, the varsity only won four...
OBITUARIES
Edward Halloran, 81
Edward L. Halloran, 81, of Hopkinton passed away at his home surrounded by his family on May 20, 2026. Born in Framingham, he was the son of the late Doris...
Annette Lockhart, 90
Annette Marie Lockhart (formerly McLaughlin; née Cormier), 90, a longtime resident of Hopkinton and recently of...
Jeffrey Sias, 52
Jeffrey C. Sias, 52, passed away unexpectedly on April 23, 2026. Born Jan. 10, 1974, Jeffrey was raised in Hopkinton...
LETTERS
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Hopkinton Today for Thursday, May 21: Baypath dogs featured in Patriots schedule release video
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. Pawtriots partnership highlights Baypath, encourages adoption Shelter dogs from Baypath Humane...
