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Hopkinton Today: Monday, Aug. 29

by | Aug 29, 2022 | Featured: Features, Hopkinton Today

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 and video of the day.

Hopkinton Police Chief Joseph Bennett announced via press release Saturday that Deputy Chief John Porter has been placed on administrative leave pending the outcome of an investigation.

As part of the Main Street Corridor Project this week, the contractor will continue work at the intersection of Route 135 and Route 85, with the eastbound detour remaining in place. The contractor will continue grading the road at the intersection from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Monday only. Road paving will take place from 7 a.m. to 5 or 6 p.m. and is expected to take two days.

Congressman James McGovern stopped by The Spoon on Saturday afternoon as part of a meet-and-greet event that included other Democratic candidates.

Our latest Business Profile highlights Affordable Junk Removal, which offers a cost-efficient, stress-free approach to waste management.

Town meetings tonight include the Planning Board (7).

Photo of the Day: Din Check performs Sunday in the final Concerts on the Common performance of the summer.

Din Check concert

PHOTO/JERRY SPAR

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