As neighbors who share forests, wildlife habitat and trail connections, we’re asking Hopkinton residents to help ensure that commitments made during the approval of the Frankland Road solar project are honored. In 2020, Seaboard Solar, the original owner 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. Fire chief invites residents to share local hazards, priorities The town is in the process of...
Francine Mildred Maranda, 77, of Hopkinton peacefully passed away on July 14, 2026, following a brief illness. She was a devoted mother, a loving sister and a dear friend and will be deeply missed. Francine was born in Jamaica Plain to Clifford and Juanita Ansell, 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. Swoon to keep focus on customers as store changes hands Swoon Central has shut its doors for the next...
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. Mahj & Mingle Social brings mahjong to players of all skill levels Hopkinton residents Mina Tiber...
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 8-year-old Riley. Here is Baypath's description of Riley: “Don't let the word ‘senior’ fool you, Riley still has plenty of...
Marisa Jones wears a lot of hats in the theater world. She is the associate director of education and practical learning at the Huntington Theatre Company, a professor at Emerson College and a performing arts coordinator at Roxbury Community College. Jones is most...
Good financial habits are a little like brushing your teeth. When you learn them early, they become second nature, and you carry them with you for life. And while money can feel complicated, especially today, the foundation starts simply. Parents can begin the...
Stephen F. Wallace, 76, passed away unexpectedly on June 19, 2026. Born in Lowell, Steve spent his childhood and school years in Hopkinton, where he graduated from Hopkinton High School in 1967. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy for four years...
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. Higher tick density a concern for Health Department Health Director Shaun McAuliffe reported to the...
The Department of Public Works announced it will continue roadwork through the end of this month and into the beginning of August. Work hours are approximately 7 a.m.-5 p.m., during which residents are asked not to park along the sides of the affected streets....
The Hopkinton Independent presents A Slice of Hopkinton photo contest, sponsored by BoMain pizza bar and grill. Readers are encouraged to submit photos of people, places or things in Hopkinton. The Independent staff will select one winner for each issue. The winner...
ARRESTS July 15 12:40 a.m. Officers stopped a 57-year-old man from Pawtucket, Rhode Island, on West Main Street and conducted a warrant arrest. July 16 9:06 p.m. Units conducted a stop on West Main Street and arrested a 32-year-old man from Montgomery Street in...
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. Katta teaches peers about budgeting, investing On a mission to spread financial literacy to his...
Since last fall, Boston Eyes in Hopkinton has been offering the community a fully integrated ophthalmology practice that provides care ranging from routine eye exams to more complex diagnoses and conditions. “Boston Eyes brings a high level of specialty care 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. Town to weigh concerns, benefits of vehicle surveillance cameras The Select Board will hold a...
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...
