NEWS
Water discoloration possible after hydrant test, well activations
The Water-Sewer Department conducted a required hydrant test near 66 Fruit Street Tuesday morning that it says could result in water discoloration. "We...
Real Estate Transactions, March 30 edition
Photos: No Kings protest at Town Common
Hopkinton organizers hosted a protest Saturday at the Town Common that joined others across the country for the latest...
FEATURED
Tales from a Townie: The hatchet
This adventure takes place when I was about 13 years old. It was a crystal-clear, cold morning while we were on February school vacation. We were hanging out...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Penelope
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This...
Business Profile: Wild adventures this summer at Southwick’s Zoo
Learning about wildlife, connecting with nature and having a lot of fun are in store for kids attending the Summer...
EDUCATION
Select Board questions process used for Loop Road paving
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iggKudFTT6Y&list=PL8WekT6kxX1B3xlP6fIr3QmhJButK4GkU&index=1 Members of the Select Board took a vote Thursday to put...
Westwood’s Davenport announced as new HHS principal
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iggKudFTT6Y&list=PL8WekT6kxX1B3xlP6fIr3QmhJButK4GkU&index=1 The School...
Schools Notebook: Local collegians recognized for accomplishments
Syesha Sen was named to the dean’s list for the fall semester at Northeastern University’s Khoury College of Computer...
SPORTS
Photos: Mary Korbey 3v3 Basketball Tournament
The eighth annual Mary Korbey 3v3 Basketball Tournament was held Sunday at Hopkinton High School and Hopkinton Middle School.
Move In Style Athlete Spotlight: Caitlin Leary
In her first year skiing for the Hillers, Leary went to the state championship race as an alternate. She finished in...
HHS squad has something to cheer about
The Hopkinton High School cheerleading team struggled at the start of the winter season but ended it by bringing home...
OBITUARIES
Jerry Hanna, 78
Jerry E. (Jerome) Hanna, 78, passed away unexpectedly on March 14, 2026, at Boston Medical Center surrounded by family. He was the husband of Christy...
Herminda DeSabogal, 91
Herminda DeSabogal, 91, of Hopkinton and formerly of Belmont and Peabody, passed away March 8, 2026, at...
Judith Laramee, 78
Mrs. Judith A. (Mancini) Laramee, 78, of Milford died March 13 at her residence after an illness. Judith was born in...
LETTERS
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Hopkinton Today for Tuesday, March 31: Rang-Holi celebration focuses on unity
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. SACH to welcome spring season with Rang-Holi festival The South Asian Circle of Hopkinton has one...
