NEWS
Fruit Street bridge closure planned for early June
The Department of Public Works announced that the Massachusetts Department of Transportation will close the Fruit Street bridge June 6-7 for full depth...
South Street hydrant tests scheduled for Saturday
The Water-Sewer Department will be conducting a required hydrant flow tests on South Street Saturday morning. The...
Carbone’s set to close June 27 after 93 years
Carbone’s Restaurant, an iconic Italian-American eatery at the border of Southborough and Ashland, will be closing on...
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
Brian Bidlingmeyer, 81
Dr. Brian Arthur Bidlingmeyer of Frazer, Pennsylvania, and a former Hopkinton resident, passed away April 1, 2026, at Paoli Hospital, surrounded by his loving...
Edward Halloran, 81
Edward L. Halloran, 81, of Hopkinton passed away at his home surrounded by his family on May 20, 2026. Born in...
Ruth Dusseault, 90
Ruth Esther (Mercer) Dusseault, 90, passed away peacefully at home on May 12, 2026, after a long illness, surrounded...
LETTERS
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Hopkinton Today for Friday, May 22: Memorial Day events kick off early Monday
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. Memorial Day ceremonies start early Monday at Evergreen Cemetery Veterans Celebration Committee chair...
