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HPD: Vehicle break-ins in Hopkinton, Holliston point to ‘active and organized theft ring’

A string of automobile break-ins Wednesday and Thursday has led the Hopkinton Police Department to suspect an ‘active and organized theft ring." “The vehicle thefts appear to have been committed by a group that targeted Hopkinton and Holliston,” stated HPD Lt. Scott...

Town Manager: Anti-gas station signs were taken by ‘zoning enforcement officials’

Earlier this week, a number of residents who had put up yard signs opposing a proposed gas station at the corner of School Street and West Main Street discovered that their signs had been removed. Some individuals provided security video showing what appeared to be an...

In wake of swatting incident at HHS, emergency cell phone use reviewed

In her superintendent’s report to the School Committee on Thursday, Carol Cavanaugh referred to the Oct. 2 swatting incident at the high school. A false 911 call was made to police, saying a shooter was in the building. The school community was put in “shelter in...

Frustrated with ‘silo management,’ OSPC discusses idea for kid-friendly play area at Hughes Farm Trail

The Open Space Preservation Commission at its meeting Thursday night expressed ongoing frustration about not being included in discussions with town committees and boards regarding open space. Chair Ed Harrow said he had a conversation with Town Manager Elaine Lazarus...

Hopkinton Today: Friday, Oct. 11

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. After a spirited round of public comment from a packed room at the Hopkinton Senior Center Wednesday...

Residents turn out to discuss, question proposed West Main Street gas station

After a spirited round of public comment from a packed room at the Hopkinton Senior Center Wednesday night, the Board of Appeals voted to continue the hearing on a proposed gas station at 290 West Main Street until Nov. 13. Residents showed up en masse to speak their...

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Eugene Savage, 77

Eugene Savage, 77

Eugene Savage, 77, of Hopkinton died Oct. 3, 2024, at home surrounded by family after an illness. He was the husband...

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Robert Smith, 72

Robert Smith, 72

Robert J. “Smitty” Smith Jr., 72, of Uxbridge died Oct. 4, 2024, at Mass General Hospital in Boston after a period of...

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