I’m writing to express my strong support for my brother Jeff Doyle's candidacy for the Hopkinton Select Board. Our family’s roots in Hopkinton run deep — going back to our great-grandfather — and this town has always been more than just a place to live. It’s where...
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Letter to the Editor: Doyle for Select Board
I am writing in support of Jeff Doyle’s candidacy for the Select Board of Hopkinton. I have known Jeff for his whole life and have always been impressed by his personable and welcoming demeanor and his positive, can-do attitude. Most importantly, Jeff is a man of deep...
Letter to the Editor: Doyle for Select Board
I’m writing to share my wholehearted support for Jeff Doyle for the Hopkinton Select Board. I’ve been lucky to call Jeff a close friend for many years, and I can say without hesitation that few people care more deeply about this town than he does. Jeff’s love for...
Letter to the Editor: Mannan for Select Board
I am proud to wholeheartedly endorse Shahidul Mannan for reelection to the Select Board. His unwavering commitment to our community, combined with his hands-on approach to local issues, has had a real and lasting impact on our town. Throughout his term, Shahidul has...

Move In Style Athlete Spotlight: Kais Guessab
One of three team captains, Guessab won 10 of his first 11 matches at first doubles this season with Rishit Shekhar, including “huge wins against some of the top teams in the state,” according to coach Michael Miller. “Kais is a versatile player who can play both...

Hopkinton Today for Tuesday, May 12: Advisory board to begin discussion on water/sewer rates
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. WSAB to hear presentation on water rates later this week The Water and Sewer Advisory Board will...

Marie Brock, 88
Marie Janet (St. Pierre) Brock, 88, a retired nurse and employee of the Massachusetts Turnpike Authority, died May 12, 2025, at her home surrounded by loved ones. She was the wife of the late Massachusetts State Police Sgt. Thomas Brock, to whom she was married for 31...
Letter to the Editor: Doyle for Select Board
I am writing to express my enthusiastic support for Jeff Doyle as a candidate for the Hopkinton Select Board. Jeff is a dedicated, thoughtful and community-driven individual who I believe is the right person to help lead our town forward. Jeff brings a strong sense of...
Letter to the Editor: Doyle, Mannan for Select Board
I am writing in support of Jeff Doyle and Shahidul Mannan for Select Board. Both these men are kind, approachable and flexible thinkers. These two candidates would bring different strengths and perspectives to the board. Jeff has grown up in Hopkinton and knows so...

Real Estate Transactions, May 12 edition

Hopkinton Today for Monday, May 12: New optometry office set to open on Main Street this summer
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. Optometrist to open facility at 66 Main Street A new optometry office will call Main Street home...

Professional Insights: How to cope with market volatility
The financial markets always go through periods of instability. And we may see more of that now, given concerns about tariffs, inflation and the economy. As an investor, how can you deal with this volatility? Some investors try to take advantage of market ups and...
Letter to the Editor: Mannan for Select Board
I fully endorse Shahidul Mannan for reelection to the Hopkinton Select Board. In his three years on the Select Board, he has diligently worked to improve the quality of life in our town. His dedication to promote economic development, school growth, clean water and...

Hopkinton Today for Friday, May 9: Town officials participate in tabletop disaster exercise
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. Mass. Maritime students run natural disaster scenario for town officials Officials from across town...

Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Rocky
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 2-year-old Rocky. Here is Baypath's description of Rocky: “Meet Rocky! Rocky is full of life with a playful spirit, a loving...

Professional Insights: Rental usability
You’ve fluffed the pillows, stocked the fridge with local goodies and picked out the perfect welcome mat — but is your vacation rental truly ready to wow? Enter usability experience: the not-so-secret ingredient that transforms a good stay into a five-star memory....

Business Profile: Peer Arboricultural installs, maintains landscapes
Using their expertise to install and maintain landscapes by assessing and preserving the health of trees and shrubs for the long term is the aim of the professionals at Hopkinton’s Peer Arboricultural Services. “We treat our clients’ landscapes as if they were our...
Letter to the Editor: HYFS a community cornerstone at risk
I, like many others, am feeling increasingly isolated. Almost every aspect of our lives is politicized. Discussing facts related to the current administration’s policies is now dismissed as politics, but it’s important to still be able to share real stories. My love...

Hopkinton Today for Thursday, May 8: SJC affirms suspension of MASH veterinarian’s license
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. Roman 'very disappointed' in SJC ruling upholding suspension The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court...

Arrests/Police Log, May 7 edition
ARRESTS None this week. POLICE LOG April 29 12:09 a.m. Officer Aline Matos made checks of Legacy Farms North. 7:53 a.m. A caller reported some type of spill in the roadway on Cedar Street. The DPW was notified. 8:45 a.m. Officer Nicholas Walker completed...