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. Delegates chosen for state conventions in April, May Following a meeting of the Hopkinton Democratic...
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 4-year-old Luke. Here is Baypath's description of Luke: "Luke is a happy, social boy who makes friends fast — the kind of pup...
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. New Friends of Hopkinton event to replace Family Fling The Friends of Hopkinton is rolling out a new...
ARRESTS None this week. [Editor’s note: The Hopkinton Independent’s policy for the arrests section is not to include the names of individuals who have been arrested.] POLICE LOG Feb. 23 12:19 a.m. Sgt. Cody Normandin assisted with a disabled motor vehicle on...
A three-year varsity player and captain this year, Cho averaged 10.5 points and 6.7 rebounds per game to go with 20 blocks and 58 deflections in helping the undersized Hillers to a 12-9 record and a postseason berth. “On the defensive end, Cho has been a...
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. Values of program 'remain unchanged,' says local Scouting leadership A deal reached between Scouting...
Paula B. (Melnick) Scardino, 89, of Hopkinton and formerly Framingham, died Feb. 28, 2026, after a period of declining health. Born in Boston, she was the daughter of the late Isaac and Lillian (Higgins) Melnick, and the beloved wife of the late Anthony J. Scardino...
Beverly Lorraine (Morse) Russell, age 97, died peacefully on Feb. 18, 2026, at Milford Regional Medical Center after a period of declining health. Born in Worcester, she was the daughter of Charles E. Morse (West Boylston) and Irene R (Florence) Morse (Templeton) and...
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. Officials to visit winter farmers market as part of statewide tour The commissioner of the...
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. Girl Scout garden project aims to beautify Senior Center Cadettes from Girl Scout Troop 82358 hope to...
Elizabeth (Lucking) Morin, age 45, passed away peacefully on Feb. 22, 2026, after a long and extremely courageous battle with neuroendocrine cancer. As her earthly life came to an end, she was surrounded by family, with each hand lovingly held. The next day, an epic...
Mary Margaret Moore, 72, of Hopkinton, passed away peacefully on Feb. 23, 2026. Born in Lexington, Kentucky, she was the daughter of the late Oris Moore and Sophie Moore (nee Sikora), She was the beloved wife of 37 years to Stephen (Steve) Wills, whom she met while...
Theodore Reed Lorentzen, 81, passed away peacefully at his home in Fairhaven on Feb. 5, 2026, after a long neurological illness. He was married to his beloved wife Barbara (Mee) Lorentzen for 53 years and was a devoted son, father, brother, uncle, cousin and friend....
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. HPD meets updated policing standards with MPAC accreditation The Hopkinton Police Department received...
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 4-year-old Benji. Here is Baypath's description of Benji: “Benji is the kind of dog who truly shines when he’s with people....
Eighth grade student Chloe Demirbilek has a strong sense of herself as an artist. “Chloe is a thoughtful and confident young artist with a clear sense of her own creative voice,” said Hopkinton Middle School visual arts teacher Samantha Condon. Demirbilek likes to...
If you’re a local business owner, you’re juggling many priorities: growing revenue, managing expenses, supporting your team and planning for your own future. What if one tool could help with all these goals? A workplace retirement plan might be that solution and can,...
Financial advisor Mark Freeman enjoys getting to know his clients. His aim is to help them clarify their objectives and then, working as partners, create a financial plan that achieves their goals. “I love this career because I love helping people,” said Freeman. “I...
