I receive informative emails from the Audubon Society and Cornell University, both highly respected avian institutions focusing on birds and their changing populations. Apparently and alarmingly in 2022, many species are in a significant state of decline; across the...
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Hopkinton Today: Monday, Nov. 28
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 Main Street Corridor Project this week, the eastbound detour from Pleasant...
Main Street Corridor Project update: Eastbound detours again in place
As part of the Main Street Corridor Project this week, the eastbound detour from Pleasant Street to Maple Street to Hayden Rowe Street and back to Main Street will be in place Monday through Friday. The eastbound detour from Grove Street to Maple Street to Hayden Rowe...
Letter to the Editor: Arena-DeRosa looks forward to serving as state rep
I wanted to take a moment and thank all the voters of Hopkinton for participating in the recent election, regardless of who you may have supported or how you voted on the ballot initiatives. I am honored by the outcome and significant support here in Hopkinton in my...
Jeanne Martin, 81
Jeanne M. Martin, 81, of Hopkinton passed away Nov. 23 at St. Patrick’s Manor in Framingham after a long battle with dementia. Born in Worcester, she was the daughter of Nina (Hamilton) and Edmund Christian of Westborough. She was the wife of 64 years to Joseph A....
Kunjung Park, 95
Kunjung Park, 95, of Leominster passed away peacefully at home on the morning of Nov. 17, surrounded by her loving family. Kunjung was born in Seoul, South Korea, on April 3, 1927. She was the third out of 10 children. She graduated from a teacher's college in South...
Letter to the Editor: Veteran thankful for Scouts’ gesture
My unexpected and greatly appreciated act of kindness this Thanksgiving was the gift of an Out Post Farm apple pie from the Troop 11 Scouts. The woman who delivered the pie stated that the Scouts raised money and wanted to share a pie with veterans and seniors. The...
Hopkinton Today: Friday, Nov. 25
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. Seamus Murphy scored three touchdowns as the Hopkinton High School football team put the...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Luna
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is Luna. Here is Baypath's description of Luna: “Gorgeous Luna traveled to us all the way from Florida after being found 20 feet...
Hopkinton Today: Thursday, Nov. 24
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 2022 football season has been marked by a strong turnaround for Hopkinton High School,...
Arrests/Police Log, Nov. 22 edition
ARRESTS November 17 2:24 p.m. A caller reported a vehicle parked in a bad spot on Fruit Street. Officers Cody Normandin responded and subsequently arrested a 45-year-old from Marlborough on a warrant. POLICE LOG November 15 2:54 a.m. Officer Nicholas Saletnik made...
Newspaper: Nov. 23, 2022
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Hillers Thrillers Athlete Spotlight: Charlie Miller
A first-year participant, Charlie Miller made an instant impact, cracking the top 10 and becoming a leader as the Hillers went undefeated in dual meets and won the league meet. “He never misses a practice, works hard, and no challenge is too big for him,” coach Laura...
Hopkinton Today: Wednesday, Nov. 23
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 Planning Board at its meeting Monday night voted unanimously to continue a hearing on a...
Senior Snippets, Nov. 23 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...
HHS girls cross country 10th at all-state meet, boys 15th
The Hopkinton High School girls cross country team finished 10th at the Division 1 all-state meet Saturday in Devens. “We were not ranked in the top 10 and we thought we belonged, so our goal was a top-10 finish and we finished exactly 10th,” coach Jean Cann shared....
Hailey Foisy, 29
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Hailey Temple Foisy on Nov. 17 at the age of 29. She will be remembered for her brilliant mind, sharp sense of wit, creativity and artistry, the redness of her hair, how fast she ran, and how fiercely she...
Photo contest winner, Nov. 23 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...
Hopkinton Today: Tuesday, Nov. 22
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. Hopkinton Public Schools Superintendent Carol Cavanaugh reached out to the schools...
Library Corner, Nov. 23 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. Schedule update The library will be closed for the...













