The Hopkinton Chinese American Association held its Lunar New Year celebration on Saturday at Hopkinton High School.
Photos: HCAA Lunar New Year celebration
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Professional Insights: Home selling 101
We all hear about homes selling so quickly because there is no inventory, but we may not realize all the prep work that goes into getting those homes ready. Real estate agents often are called in months in advance of selling a home, as people want to plan ahead and...
Letter to the Editor: Input sought for community health survey
I am writing to inform residents of a recent initiative from our Health Department. The community health survey reflects a proactive approach to understanding the health needs of our community and is a crucial step toward fostering a healthier and more informed...
Hopkinton Today: Friday, Feb. 9
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 Select Board on Thursday voted to fire Sgt. Tim Brennan from the Hopkinton Police Department,...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Curly
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 3-year-old Curly. Here is Baypath's description of Curly: “Meet Curly! This handsome boy is looking for a home where he can...
Hopkinton Today: Thursday, Feb. 8
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. Plans to drill a test well for the Elmwood School replacement project were derailed when weather...
Jesha John, 43
Jesha Rebecca John, 43, departed on Feb. 4 peacefully from her home in Hopkinton to be with her heavenly father after a 3 1/2-year-long battle with cancer, surrounded by her husband (Roshan John), children (Ethan and Ryan), parents, in-laws, brother, brother and...
Slice of Hopkinton photo contest winner, Feb. 7 edition
The Hopkinton Independent presents “A Slice of Hopkinton” photo contest, sponsored by Bill’s Pizzeria. 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 will have...
Letter to the Editor: The exceptional crime of sexual violence
I live here in town and am the executive director of a Massachusetts nonprofit (RIA, Inc.) that serves hundreds of women who have experienced sexual violence, including rape, exploitation and sex trafficking. What appears to be a Hopkinton Police Department policy...
Arrests/Police Log, Feb. 7 edition
ARRESTS February 2 8:58 p.m. A caller reported an erratic operator on Hayden Rowe Street. Officers Augusto Diaz and Robert Ekross responded and subsequently stopped and arrested a 23-year-old Hayden Rowe Street resident and charged him with OUI liquor. February 3 3:28...
Bettina King, 77
Bettina C. King, 77, peacefully passed away at Golden Pond Assisted Living in Hopkinton on Jan. 29. Born in Hartford, she was the daughter of the late E. Holmes and Marion E. (Tumey) King. Bettina graduated from Cherry Hill High School in New Jersey and continued her...
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Hopkinton Today: Wednesday, Feb. 7
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. Nearly a dozen supporters of suspended Hopkinton Police Sgt. Tim Brennan demanded his reinstatement...
Move In Style Athlete Spotlight: Loryn Canty
Canty, a team captain, won the dash and shot put in every regular-season dual meet and earned medals in shuttle dash, shot put relay and 4x200 at the State Relays. Her 55-meter dash time is a provisional qualifier for nationals. “Though Loryn just joined the team last...
Edward Thompson, 75
Edward J. Thompson, 75, passed away peacefully on Jan. 20 with his family by his side. Ed was an active, lifelong member of the Hopkinton/Milford community. He leaves behind his beloved wife, Sue, his three boys, Jim, Scott and Mark, and his five treasured...
Hopkinton Today: Tuesday, Feb. 6
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 Lunar New Year celebration is a time to bring joy and cultural richness to the community, said...
Harriet Taggart, 93
Harriet Louise Taggart, 93, of Castleton, Vermont, and recently Hopkinton, passed away Feb. 3. Born in Rutland, Vermont, she was the daughter of the late Marie (Beckett) and Richard Buckey. She was the wife of 50-plus years to the late Robert Taggart. Harriet was a...
Senior Snippets, Feb. 7 edition
The Hopkinton Senior Center is open Mondays through Thursdays from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. and Fridays from 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. For a more extensive listing of programs and services, including lunch program menus, as well as a newsletter, check hopkintonseniorcenter.com. Anyone...
Real Estate Transactions, Feb. 5 edition
Hopkinton Today: Monday, Feb. 5
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 Open Space Preservation Commission at its meeting Thursday discussed two subdivisions under...
