NEWS
DA’s Office: Man captured by police after crashing allegedly stolen BMW arraigned, held for dangerousness hearing Monday
A North Billerica man arrested Tuesday night on 14 charges, including cocaine trafficking and malicious destruction of property, was arraigned Wednesday in...
WSAB talks water quality, conservation ahead of ATM, Select Board meeting
The Water & Sewer Advisory Board on Wednesday discussed several talking points that members expect will come up at...
Man captured, arrested after allegedly crashing stolen BMW into Loop Road fence, then fleeing
A North Billerica man was arrested Tuesday night on 14 charges, including cocaine trafficking and malicious...
FEATURED
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Molly
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 4-month-old...
Business Profile: Parks & Rec Summer Program offers activities for all residents
From sports to field trips, the Hopkinton Parks & Recreation Department is offering something for all residents...
Arts Residency: Nancy Burdick
Nancy Burdick first became fascinated by quilting when working with the Amish at a children’s hospital in...
EDUCATION
DPW expresses concern about Charleswood School’s effect on sewer
The Elementary School Building Committee voted unanimously Tuesday to partially fund a sewer capacity engineering study requested by the Department of Public...
DESE: Disproportionate number of white students in Hopkinton identified with specific learning disabilities
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s8ccuyfOFGg The Hopkinton school district has a disproportionate number of white...
School Committee approves lowered FY 27 budget
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s8ccuyfOFGg&list=PL8WekT6kxX1B3xlP6fIr3QmhJButK4GkU The School Committee on...
SPORTS
Move In Style Athlete Spotlight: Joe Krattenmaker
Playing No. 1 singles, Krattenmaker won his first four matches of the season without losing a game. “As a captain, Joe sets the tone by consistently being one...
Hillers baseball shows promise in early season
The Hopkinton High School baseball team always sets its expectations high, especially since the program has reached...
HHS girls golf aims for new heights
Hopkinton High School golf coach Bill Phaneuf said his team exceeded even his expectations last year. The Hillers came...
OBITUARIES
Grace Melvin, 91
Grace K. (McCarthy) Melvin, 91, passed away peacefully on April 21, 2026, in Framingham after a period of declining health. She was the loving wife of the...
Ann DeLuise, 91
Ann Elizabeth DeLuise (Terry) passed away peacefully on April 21, 2026, at her residence, Heritage of Framingham. She...
Jean Scarlata, 97
Jean C. Scarlata, 97, died April 12, 2026, at Milford Regional Medical Center after a brief illness. Jean was born...
LETTERS
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Hopkinton Today for Friday, April 24: HPL celebrates National Library Week
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. Proclamation by Select Board recognizes HPL during National Library Week The Hopkinton Public Library...
