Tamisha Civil, candidate for reelection to District 2 of the Governor’s Council, is in a competitive race. The Governor’s Council plays a vital role in checks and balances in vetting judges, approving governor appointees and overseeing pardons and commutations. A good...
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 Scouts to host trunk or treat Sunday Hopkinton Girl Scout Troop 72361 will host a trunk or treat...
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 6-month-old Paddington. Here is Baypath's description of Paddington: “Paddington is a sweet, playful puppy who has been...
Christine’s Nails has been serving Hopkinton residents since 2012 and now has a new owner. Longtime manager Brian Tran purchased the business last May. Tran has worked in the nail salon industry for 21 years and has managed Christine’s since 2014. Christine’s offers...
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. Burger restaurant to move into Chef's Kitchen space The founder of Blue Square Pizza plans to open a...
ARRESTS Oct. 8 6:20 p.m. Officers received a report of a hit and run on a Pendulum Pass mailbox. A vehicle was stopped, and officers conducted a field sobriety test. A 41-year-old man from Whitinsville was arrested and charged with leaving the scene of property damage...
Hopkinton High School senior London Williams has excelled in her arts courses, according to visual arts teacher Colleen Giannino. Williams has won multiple Scholastic Art Awards and also received the HHS Visual Arts Department Award. “London has been an amazing member...
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. Trail built in partnership with Trails Committee, Native American organization The 26.2 Foundation on...
A four-year varsity player and two-year captain, Kim has shined at striker, recording several goals and assists during the Hillers’ 6-1-1 start to the season. “Josh’s value as a player goes far beyond his offensive contributions,” coach Garrett Sawyer shared. “Our...
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. DPW feedback needed before before ADA evaluation forum can move forward At its meeting in September,...
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. ALL AGES...
Judith “Judy” Martha Gillett Keefe, 82, of Hopkinton passed away on Oct. 8, 2026, of a heart and lung condition. Judy was born June 9, 1944, in Massena, New York, to Lewis Chapman Gillett and Martha Cadmus Karner. The Gillett family later settled in Hopkinton. Judy...
The Hopkinton Sustainable Green Committee and the Lake Maspenock Weed Management & Control Advisory Group share the same values of protecting the community’s safety and goal of preserving the ecological health and beauty of Lake Maspenock. There has never 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. Health director affirms NFG regulations were driven by community Hopkinton's health director has...
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 Mochi. Here is Baypath's description of Mochi: “Mochi is a gentle, affectionate boy with the sweetest full-body...
Waiting for the “perfect” housing market can feel safer than making a decision. But before postponing your move until 2027, ask a better question: What would buying now accomplish, and can you do it comfortably? “Mortgage rates are too high.” That concern is real....
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. Five-year grant aimed at preventing youth substance use Hopkinton Organizing for Prevention has been...
ARRESTS Oct. 3 1:40 a.m. Units stopped a vehicle on Hayden Rowe Street and conducted a field sobriety test. A 37-year-old man from Walpole was taken into custody and charged with using an electronic device while operating a motor vehicle, speeding at a rate of speed...
