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. 130th Boston Marathon start to feature new layout, local honorees The 130th Boston Marathon will kick...
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 6-year-old Pebbles. Here is Baypath's description of Pebbles: “At around 6 years old, Pebbles is the perfect mix of great...
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. Democratic, Republican town committees collaborate on Independence Day parade The Select Board on...
Jean C. Scarlata, 97, died April 12, 2026, at Milford Regional Medical Center after a brief illness. Jean was born Feb. 8, 1929, in Milford to the late John and Mary (Morrisey) Deneen. Raised in Hopkinton, Jean graduated as salutatorian of the class of 1947 from...
ARRESTS April 9 12:25 a.m. On Pratt Way, Officers Robert Ekross, Jennifer Manning and Lucille Creedon arrested a 25-year-old from Cross Street in Lowell on two warrants. [Editor’s note: The Hopkinton Independent’s policy for the arrests section is not to include the...
The lone freshman on the team, Foo has made an immediate impact in the lineup playing in the third singles position. With aggressive play from the baseline along with smart net play, she earned four early-season wins. “Karen is mature beyond her age,” coach Lyn...
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. Most candidates unopposed for this year's Town Election The candidate list for this year's Annual...
I am writing as a private resident to express my support for Article 38 — the acceptance of Auciello Drive at Town Meeting. While I serve on the Planning Board, I offer this perspective solely in my individual capacity and have recused myself from any official...
I’m writing in support of Article 38 to accept Auciello Drive [as a public road] at this year’s Town Meeting. At its core, this is about people. Families live there. Kids play there. Emergency vehicles depend on access there. These are our neighbors, not an abstract...
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. District may have 'some flexibility' under proposed school cellphone ban A bill recently passed by...
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. HHS students selected as high school chairs for cancer fundraiser Three Hopkinton High School...
Nanette Anne Kenrick passed away March 25, 2026, at the age of 79. Nanette was a long-term member and director of the Hopkinton Historical Society, where she served as editor/writer for the organization’s newsletter. Nanette was a member from childhood of St. Andrew’s...
David C. Wright Sr., 77, passed peacefully on March 24, 2026, at Kaplan Family Hospice House with his family by his side. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Elizabeth E. “Liz” (Sutherland) Wright. He was devoted to her and she to him. Dave was born in Framingham...
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 aims to educate, engage residents on water conservation The Department of Public Works is...
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is Beansprout. Here is Baypath's description of Beansprout: “Beansprout is an adorable little pup with a sweet personality that...
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. Advocates demand public hearings related to Sismanis case Individuals representing a coalition of...
ARRESTS April 5 12:55 a.m. A Woodview Way resident reported two men were attempting to get into the apartment next door. Sgt. Cody Normandin and Officer Aline Matos responded and subsequently arrested a 37-year-old from Fiske Street in Holliston and charged him with...
Charusmitha Ram practices multiple art forms and has a particular love for ceramics. Currently she focuses on printmaking and teaches classes at the Hopkinton Center for the Arts. Her love of art grew during her school days in India. “I participated in many...
