NEWS
Police called to Hopkinton Farmers Market after confrontation between protester, vendor
A verbal confrontation between a protester and a vendor at the Hopkinton Farmers Market on Sunday led to a police response. At 12:54 p.m., Hopkinton Police...
Library, Parks & Rec directors set to depart jobs
Three key leaders in town positions will be leaving Hopkinton within next two weeks, the Independent has learned....
Citing separation of powers, Board of Health votes against charter recommendation
The Board of Health on Monday voted against a suggestion from the Charter Review Committee to shift who the Health...
FEATURED
Senior Snippets, Sept. 2 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. For a more extensive listing of programs...
Hopkinton Today for Tuesday, Sept. 1: MWRTA revamps regional transit network
Good morning, Hopkinton! Welcome to the daily update we call Hopkinton Today — a quick recap of yesterday’s news,...
Library Corner, Sept. 2 edition
For more information on any of the following programs or other activities at the library, visit hopkintonlibrary.org....
EDUCATION
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 times beginning with the 2027-28 school...
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...
Student handbook changes include practices on fast food, attendance
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aYvyzJeClF4 School administrators highlighted changes to student handbooks during...
SPORTS
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, Zhang has become a key part of the squad....
HHS softball rolls to 18-win season, TVL title
A veteran group led the Hopkinton High School softball team to an 18-4 record this season, including a spot in the...
Hillers boys track among top 10 in state
Coming off the best indoor track season in the program’s history, Hopkinton High School boys outdoor track and field...
OBITUARIES
Kenneth Bogue, 83
Kenneth (Ken, Kenny) George Bogue passed away peacefully on Aug. 19, 2026, at Silverado Memory Care in Encinitas, California, after a long and brave battle...
Kathleen Gamache, 69
Kathleen Mary Gamache was born Kathleen Mary Hussey on June 19, 1957, in Grafton. Kathy passed away on Aug. 27, 2026,...
Eric Seaholm, 80
Eric Neal Seaholm of Hopkinton died peacefully at home on Aug. 24, 2026, surrounded by his family and song. Eric...
LETTERS
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Hopkinton Today for Tuesday, Sept. 1: MWRTA revamps regional transit network
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. Hopkinton MWRTA riders to benefit from additional stops, expanded service The Metrowest Regional...
