Evelyn P. Swezey, 84, of Hopkinton passed away Feb. 12. Born in Wilmington, Delaware, she was the daughter of the late Martha (Bolton) and Harold Swezey. A Hopkinton resident since 1978, Evelyn attended Middlebury College in Vermont for a year before spending a...
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 and video of the day. A divided Select Board at its Tuesday meeting decided not to sign an intermunicipal...
Carol Ann Millar Bonazzoli of Hopkinton passed away peacefully on Feb. 9 following a long struggle with Alzheimer’s. Carol was born Nov. 30, 1943, in Framingham, where she grew up and also raised her family. Carol’s daughters fondly remember their mom’s love of...
We all want to stay healthy and live independently throughout our retirement years. Unfortunately, that won’t be possible for some of us, so it’s a good idea to be prepared for health-related challenges — such as the need for long-term care. As you may know, long-term...
Thank you for sharing the news about the closing of Community Covenant Hopkinton. The story of a church cannot be told in just dates and numbers but must include the story of the Spirit working among them. This church at many points during its history responded to 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 and video of the day. The Elementary School Building Committee on Monday voted unanimously (7-0) to choose a...
At the Feb. 2 Upper Charles Trails Committee meeting, the UCTC chair made an opening statement about two citizens’ petitions seeking articles on the Annual Town Meeting warrant targeting the UCTC and its future work. As it relates to petition organizers and the timing...
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 and video of the day. As part of the FEMA Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities grant, the town is...
The Hopkinton High School wrestling team finished sixth at the Division 2 West sectional meet on Saturday at Northbridge High School. Seven Hillers advanced to the Division 2 state championship: Caleb Newman (106 pounds), Adam Distasio (113), John Carlson (126), Jack...
The town is encouraging residents, business owners and property owners to take part in a public survey on stormwater flooding. The survey, available at surveymonkey.com/r/5YYPMNX, closes Wednesday, Feb. 22. As part of the FEMA Building Resilient Infrastructure and...
Miguel Linera wrestles in the 160-pound class, and while he hasn’t been a full-time varsity starter, coach Tim Nelson shares that Linera has demonstrated great leadership. “He has been ready to go every time his number is called,” Nelson stated. “He has stepped up and...
Juniors Abigail Baskin and Aditya Machiraju will represent Hopkinton High School at the 69th annual Massachusetts Music Educators Association All-State Festival on March 3-4 at the Westford Regency and Symphony Hall in Boston. Baskin plays the cello while Machiraju...
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 and video of the day. The Conservation Commission at its meeting Tuesday night approved 4-3 the notice of intent...
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 1-year-old Petey. Here is Baypath's description of Petey: “Petey boy found himself with us for no fault of his own. But he’s...
The University of New Hampshire announced its fall dean’s list, and it includes a number of Hopkinton residents. Alexandra Lee, Lia Brossi and Samuel Lozeau were recognized with highest honors, Grace Joy and Olivia O’Connor received high honors, and Kathryn Callery...
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 and video of the day. A traffic consultant told the Elementary School Building Committee on Tuesday that building...
Hopkinton High School and Hopkinton Middle School students took home a number of awards in the Scholastic Arts Awards and Scholastic Writing Awards competitions. On the writing side, HHS students won four gold keys, 11 silver keys and 11 honorable mentions. Sophomore...
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ARRESTS February 4 7:35 p.m. Officer Shannon Beloin conducted a motor vehicle stop on Granite Street and subsequently arrested a 21-year-old from Cotuit and charged him with unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle and OUI liquor. POLICE LOG January 31 1:01 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 and video of the day. A divided Select Board on Tuesday agreed to approve a graduation car parade for Hopkinton...
