Hopkinton Independent
Professional Insights: Navigate the complexities of tax-loss harvesting
Tax-loss harvesting is a strategy used to reduce the amount of taxes owed. There are multiple ways to implement tax-loss harvesting, some of which may be more beneficial than others depending on circumstances. Mitigating taxes is a major goal of many investors. About...
Hopkinton Today for Monday, Dec. 23: Chamber to honor departing executive director Kilduff
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. Chamber of Commerce to celebrate Kilduff with evening of reflections, music In honor of Tim Kilduff's...
Karen Bergeron, 69
Karen J. Bergeron (née Diaz), 69, died peacefully on Dec. 14, 2024, at UMass Memorial Medical Center surrounded by family. She was born April 8, 1955, in Plymouth and resided for several years in Ledyard, Connecticut, before moving to Hopkinton. Karen was the beloved...
William Magrini, 75
William E. Magrini passed away Dec. 13, 2024, after a long period of declining health. He was 75. Born in Framingham and raised in Hopkinton, he was the son of the late Ernest Magrini and Alice Ferris Magrini. Bill’s younger brother John passed away in November 1980....
Mary Grenga, 100
Mary Palinkas Grenga, 100, passed away peacefully on Dec. 17, 2024, after living a long, full life. She was born on Sept. 19, 1924. She grew up on the family farm, which also served as a recovery hospital, which is where she met her husband, John, during World War...
Hopkinton Today for Friday, Dec. 20: HPL expands digital borrowing options
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. Hoopla helps HPL eliminate wait times for digital media The Hopkinton Public Library has a brand new...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Nicholas
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 5-year-old Nicholas. Here is Baypath's description of Nicholas: “Meet Nicholas, the Nap Expert! This sweet and gentle soul is...
Professional Insights: Changes in commissions?
As most have heard, changes with how real estate commissions are structured for buyer agents have “changed.” Well, not really. In 2019, Midwest anti-trust lawsuits claimed sellers were paying inflated costs, that the National Association of Realtors (NAR) was...
John Dunphy, 79
John “Jack” R. Dunphy, 79, of Hopkinton, passed away on Dec. 17, 2024. Born in Boston, he was the son of the late Virginia (Burke) and John B. Dunphy. He was the husband of 34 years to the late Christine (Gallagher) Dunphy. He was a longtime resident of Hopkinton,...
Sandra Celozzi, 78
Sandra Lee Celozzi, 78, of Framingham and formerly Hopkinton, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Dec. 16, 2024. Born in Framingham, she was the daughter of the late Amalia “Molly” (Riga) and John J. Celozzi. Sandy was known for her infectious smile and joyful...
Hopkinton Today for Thursday, Dec. 19: Redaction policy approved by Select Board
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. Select Board approves redaction policy, agrees to review later next year During Tuesday night's...
Arrests/Police Log, Dec. 18 edition
ARRESTS December 15 10:34 p.m. Sergeant Aaron O’Neil and Officer Robert Ekross came across a motor vehicle crash and subsequently arrested a 76-year-old resident of Walcott Valley Drive in Hopkinton and charged her with OUI liquor. [Editor’s note: The Hopkinton...
Hopkinton Today for Wednesday, Dec. 18: Skate park renovations near completion
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. Parks & Rec nears end of revitalization project for skate park at EMC Park After three years,...
Business Profile: Quality comfort food at Donut Stand Cafe
Although it is named the Donut Stand Cafe, the eatery at 22 South Street in Hopkinton is so much more. Not only does the Donut Stand serve handcrafted brioche-based yeast and old-fashioned buttermilk doughnuts in flavors like praline cream and the black and white, it...
Newspaper: Dec. 18, 2024
Hopkinton Today for Tuesday, Dec. 17: Health Department praised for brain health program
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. State agencies applaud Health Department's 'Healthy Brain Initiative' The Hopkinton Health Services...
Library Corner, Dec. 18 edition
For more information on any of the following programs or other activities at the library, visit hopkintonlibrary.org. Visit the library’s website calendar for event registration information. The library also can be found on Facebook, @hopkintonlibrary. Schedule Update...
Real Estate Transactions, Dec. 16 edition
Newspaper: Dec. 11, 2024
