John M. Tirrell, who liked to declare — often and with conviction — that he was "the luckiest man alive," left this world the same way he lived in it: surrounded by love, humor, adventure and the people he adored. He passed away peacefully, holding hands with his...
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. Move from TVL to Bay State Conference not in works for now Hopkinton High School, which has been a...
ARRESTS None this week. [Editor’s note: The Hopkinton Independent’s policy for the arrests section is not to include the names of individuals who have been arrested.] POLICE LOG Nov. 11 1:08 a.m. Sgt. Shannon Beloin checked on Wood Street property. 6:42 a.m....
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. Charleswood site dust control an 'ongoing process' The town is dealing with ongoing issues with dust...
In her first season on the squad, Moody helped the Hillers advance to regionals this fall. “She has so seamlessly fit into the team,” coach Ally Link shared. “She is always willing to try something new, as evidenced by her so quickly becoming one of our most versatile...
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 Drama Ensemble stages musical satire for fall show The Hopkinton High School Drama Ensemble will...
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. Group demands investigation into HPD over Hillers Pizza A group of protestors met at Town Hall on...
Real estate transactions come with lots of paperwork, which can be overwhelming, but a clear understanding of industry-specific terminology will help make the process feel less daunting. This first of two articles will break down the lingo to know when buying or...
We are tired. We are beyond tired of the smoke, the mirrors and the carefully lawyered letters that lecture us about statutes while refusing to answer why the Hopkinton Police Department stayed silent when they had a duty to voice concerns about a convicted predator....
Close to 100 veterans and guests came together to celebrate Veterans Day at the Woodville Rod & Gun Club on the evening of Nov 11 for dinner, dessert and socializing with fellow veterans. The function room was close to capacity as Veterans Celebration Committee...
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. Community organizations pool resources for food assistance A handful of town departments and local...
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 Blue Jay. Here is Baypath's description of Blue Jay: “Meet Blue Jay. This 10-month-old Catahoula leopard dog mix...
As fall turns to winter, many homeowners are busy preparing for the colder months ahead — changing filters, checking thermostats, changing the batteries in the smoke/CO2 detectors and stocking up on firewood. But for those with aging furnaces, there’s another question...
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. Troop 11 to sell pies, flowers for Thanksgiving Troop 11 Hopkinton is running its annual Thanksgiving...
ARRESTS Nov. 8 4:54 a.m. A caller reported a Mazda parked and running with its left turn signal on for a while in front of Blue Square Pizza. Officer Lucille Creedon responded and requested a portable breath test. Officer Aline Matos and Sgt. Cody Normandin assisted....
Cheryl and Jim Rose are Hopkinton residents and members of the Hopkinton Center for the Arts who now spend their retirement years making art. Cheryl focuses on photography, while Jim paints with watercolors and acrylic. The couple’s work, which focuses on a shared...
Eileen Elizabeth Reich of Hopkinton passed away Nov. 8, 2025. Eileen moved with her family from her birthplace in New Jersey to Rockville, Maryland, at a very young age and grew up there until leaving for Boston College immediately after high school. At Boston...
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. Munier family 'called to serve' in offering free food A Hopkinton family is offering free homemade...
