I want to thank all of the members of the Hopkinton Elementary School Building Committee 2 for the excellent presentation to the Special Town Meeting on Nov. 13. Although I went to the meeting already committed to voting for the new school, I was very impressed with...
The annual Hiller 5K was held last Thursday at Hopkinton Middle School. The race was the culmination of a program in which eighth graders volunteered to use a free period during their school day to train under the guidance of wellness teacher and coach Deb Pinto.
Michael Ferriero, 47, of Hopkinton and Holliston, passed away unexpectedly on Nov. 10. Born in Boston, he was the son of John R. Ferriero of Holliston and the late Mary Lou Ferriero, who passed away on Oct. 5, 2023. Michael moved into his Hopkinton home 24 years ago,...
Judith Marie Ferrari, 83, of Rochester, a former longtime resident of Ashland, passed away Nov. 12 with her loving family by her side. Born in Hopkinton, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Joyce (Clarke) Kirley, and wife of the late Richard J. Ferrari, who...
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. The proposed new building to replace Elmwood School passed at Special Town Meeting on Monday night by...
Christine “Chrissy" O’Horo passed away peacefully on Nov. 10 at the age of 59 after an extended illness. Chrissy was born on Oct. 11, 1964, to Stephen Joseph O’Horo Jr. and Jeanne (McGowan) O’Horo in Fitchburg. She graduated from the Boston School for the Deaf in 1981...
Applications are being accepted for the home heating fuel assistance program through South Middlesex Opportunity Council (SMOC). The program runs from Nov. 1 to April 30 and is available to all households in Hopkinton if the total household income falls within certain...
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. it was a big weekend for Hopkinton High School athletics, as the boys and girls soccer teams both...
Hopkinton Parks & Rec hosted its first Skate/BMX Jam on Sunday at the basketball courts outside Hopkinton Middle School.
The Hopkinton High School girls cross country team finished fourth at Saturday's Division 1 Central meet at a hilly Gardner Golf Course, led by a fifth-place finish from Elyse Srodawa. Also at Saturday's Division 1 Central meet, the HHS boys finished sixth. Ben Scott...
Home inspections are an invaluable part of the home-buying process when you’re making a decision on one of the biggest investments in your life. Your real estate agent can tell you things like how a house is priced in relation to “comps” (comparable properties)...
I had negative feelings about building a new school. Remember last winter, when Dr. Cavanaugh spent months poor-mouthing over the tax burden related to keeping a few therapists in our schools? Therapists who service our most vulnerable children. My child being one of...
Robert J. “Bob” Kenney, 80, died Nov. 7 at MetroWest Medical Center after a brief illness. He was the husband of Mary Ellen (O’Toole) Kenney, to whom he was married for 57 years. Born in Framingham, he was the son of the late Paul and M. Virginia (Murtaugh) Kenney....
Daniel Harlow Pittman, 90, of Hopkinton passed away Nov. 5. Born in Cookstown, New Jersey, he was the son of the late Amos and Susie (Green) Pittman. He was married for 30 years to Evelyn (Brewster) Pittman, who passed in 2016. In his early years, Dan was an excellent...
To the town: A long-lasting impact both financial and operational is at hand. Please become informed and please vote at Town Meeting on Monday. There is no doubt a need for upgrade to the current Elmwood School building. It has served the town well in many ways. I...
Coming off exciting wins Wednesday, the Hopkinton High School boys and girls soccer teams will face big tests Saturday in the quarterfinals of their state tournaments. The girls (19-0-1), seeded third in Division 1, will host Franklin on Saturday at 3 p.m. Franklin...
I write in favor of the Elmwood School project. Having served on the previous school project committee where the town overwhelmingly voted in support of Hopkinton’s youngest learners, I understand the nuances of these building projects and why it is important to...
André J. Navez, 89, of Hopkinton died Nov. 7 at his home. He is survived by his beloved wife, Christine R. Whittaker, who was a British civil servant and became a lawyer and Episcopal priest after emigrating to the United States. His first wife, Judith L....
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. Leading off this week's Independent Thoughts, whichever way you fall on the proposed new elementary...
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 10-month-old Millie. Here is Baypath's description of Millie: “Millie is a lovely dog with a gentle, sweet and entertaining...
