Annual Town Election is scheduled for May 16. The Hopkinton Independent invited all candidates to answer some basic questions about their background and provide a general statement, and we present all of them here (a few candidates elected not to submit a response)....
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Fire flow test Saturday could lead to water discoloration
The Water and Sewer Department announced Saturday that a required fire flow test of the fire pump systems on South Street has been scheduled for Saturday, April 23. Because these tests will take place on main transmission lines, customers may notice some discoloration...
Tammy Sullivan, 58
Tammy A. Sullivan of Waltham died April 16 in Newton-Wellesley Hospital. She was 58 years old. Born in Framingham on Oct. 2, 1963, she was a daughter of the late Thomas and Patricia (Lowd) Sullivan. A graduate of Framingham High School, she had worked for various...
Letter to the Editor: Malloy for constable
I am writing to endorse Beth Malloy for town constable. I have known Beth since we moved to Hopkinton over 20 years ago. She and I worked with the Scouts for many years. Beth was always willing to step up and volunteer, and she worked hard to make sure both the Cub...
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Letter to the Editor: Mannan for Select Board
What does it take for us to feel that a candidate for Select Board will represent the community well? I ask because we have a candidate on the ballot who has served on a multitude of town boards over seven years — Appropriation Committee and Planning Board are two...
Letter to the Editor: Richards-Cavanaugh for School Committee
I wholeheartedly support Nancy Richards-Cavanaugh for a third term on the Hopkinton School Committee because of the personal and professional experience she brings to the role. I have worked with Nancy in multiple capacities across the years on the School Committee,...
Arrests/Police Log, April 19 edition
ARRESTS April 16 2:34 p.m. Officers Moira McGaffigan and Kevin Sager responded to a motor vehicle crash on East Main Street and subsequently arrested a 49-year-old Curtis Road resident and charged him with OUI liquor. An ambulance responded, and Officer Shannon Beloin...
Letter to the Editor: Mannan for Select Board
I am writing to offer my support for Shahidul Mannan for Select Board. Shahidul is sincere and honest and works for our community. People may not know this as the committees that he has served do not receive much public attention but are critical for the town’s...
Letter to the Editor: LaFreniere for Select Board
I am writing this letter of support for Mary Jo LaFreniere for Hopkinton Select Board! She has lived here for over 40 years and has the institutional knowledge of what Hopkinton needs and has all Hopkinton citizens’ interests at heart. She served on the Board of...
Skip Hayward, 88
Francis Edward “Skip” Hayward, 88, died April 16 at his home, surrounded by his family. He was the husband of Jean (McSweeney) Hayward, to whom he was married for 67 years. Born in Hopkinton, he was the son of the late Francis “Doc” and Virginia (Fecteau) Hayward. He...
Carol Kaminsky, 81
Carol Ann (Luukko) Kaminsky, 81, of Hopkinton passed April 16 at Milford Regional Medical Center. Carol was the middle daughter of the late Edward and Helen Luukko. She lived in Westborough until her marriage to Frank Kaminsky on Sept. 20, 1958. They were residents of...
Photos: Boston Marathon 2022
Hopkinton once again played host to the start of the Boston Marathon, which returned to its traditional Patriots Day running for the first time since 2019. A total of 25,314 athletes crossed the start line, representing all 50 United States and 120 countries. On the...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Storm
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week we feature 2-year-old Storm. Here is Baypath's description of Storm: “Are you looking for a gorgeous, fun loving, energetic girl to add to your...
Photo contest winner, April 20 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...
Business Briefs: Darbhanga joins Franklin Primary Care
Hopkinton resident Barjinder Darbhanga, M.D., has joined Franklin Primary Care, affiliated with Milford Regional Physician Group. Franklin Primary Care is located at 1280 West Central Street, Suite 301, Franklin, and is accepting new patients. Dr. Darbhanga is no...
Senior Snippets, April 20 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 check Ourseniorcenter.com/find/Hopkinton-council-on-aging or hopkintonseniorcenter.com. Anyone with questions...
List: 2022 Boston Marathon runners from Hopkinton
There are 50 individuals from Hopkinton who registered to run this year’s Boston Marathon. Below is the list.
Library Corner, April 20 edition
For more information on any of the following programs or other activities at the library, visit hopkintonlibrary.org. The library also can be found on Facebook, @hopkintonlibrary, and on Twitter, @HopkintonPLMA. Library hours to change In response to community needs,...
Fire on Clinton Street could lead to water discoloration in town
Due to the Fire Department utilizing hydrants to fight a fire on Clinton Street early Saturday morning, the Water and Sewer Department is cautioning residents that there might be some water discoloration throughout the system. Residents are advised to check their...