Dr. Matthew John Pantera III, “Doc,” a devoted husband of the late Patricia Pantera, father, grandfather, professor and coach, passed away on Oct. 31, 2025, at the age of 75. He spent his final days at Waterview Lodge in Ashland, surrounded by family and the care and...
The talented Wongchaisuwat is “an incredible teammate,” shared coach Laura McKenzie, adding: “He helped pace 10 teammates — four of them freshmen! — to break 20 minutes on our home course, a testament to his selflessness and leadership. Thunn’s dedication, positivity...
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. Municipal, state elections not running this fall Neither a municipal or state election is set to take...
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. Scout Troop 4 hopes to raise funds for Sea Base trip Troop 4 Hopkinton will hold a food and beverage...
Recently, Open Play submitted a request to be considered for a TIF (Tax Increment Financing) for the new pickle/padel club the owner is currently constructing beside Fairview Estates. My interpretation of a TIF (and clearly I could be wrong) is that a TIF is an...
The federal government has shut down. What can I do? The federal government has been shut down since Oct. 1. I was hopeful that after the protests of Oct. 18, our federal representatives would return to Washington and, together, figure a way to get our government...
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. Health Department to coordinate with state, residents on lanternfly concerns Acting on a tip from...
In the world of short-term rentals, one phrase has been gaining momentum among professional hosts and property managers: direct bookings. A direct booking happens when a guest reserves a stay directly with the host or management company, rather than using an online...
Open seven days a week, the newly opened Crust & Co. Pizza & More at 77 West Main Street in Hopkinton offers area customers a 120-item menu featuring custom and specialty Greek pizzas, calzones, hot and cold subs/wraps, dinners, pasta dishes, salads and...
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 Moose. Here is Baypath's description of Moose: “Meet Moose! This 90-pound Belgian Malinois is as handsome as he is...
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. Historical Society to move forward on funding plaque, finalizing location The Parks & Recreation...
Paul Champlin has been involved in theater since his youth. He helped found Enter Stage Left Theater while a student at Hopkinton High School and now works as theater production manager for the Hopkinton Center for the Arts. Champlin’s work has been praised by theater...
ARRESTS Oct. 25 3:20 p.m. The Upton Police Department reported that an erratic operator in a gray Ford Focus almost hit a telephone pole, was traveling into oncoming traffic and entered Hopkinton. Sgt. Shannon Beloin and Officers Justin Cappuccio and Kyle Quinzani...
Frederick Joseph Harris of Mystic, Connecticut, passed on Oct. 24, 2025. Fred was born Nov. 25, 1944, at Framingham Union Hospital to Frederick Everett and MaryRosa Camilla Harris. A 1963 graduate of Hopkinton High School, Fred was a proud patriot who loved his...
For more information on any of the following programs or other activities at the library, visit hopkintonlibrary.org. Visit the library’s website calendar for event registration information. The library also can be found on Facebook, @hopkintonlibrary. SCHEDULE UPDATE...
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. Committee promotes annual dinner, Veterans Day events The Hopkinton Veterans Celebration Committee...
A four-year varsity player and second-year captain who was team MVP and a Tri-Valley League All-Star last year, Fowler “has been a cornerstone” of the program, coach Ally Valencia stated. “She’s the heartbeat of our midfield who controls the tempo, distributes the...
The Department of Works announced it will close a section of Spring Street next Tuesday for ongoing roadwork. "We will be replacing a section of stormwater drainage pipe that crosses the road near [34 Spring Street]," DPW Director Kerry Reed stated in a notice to...
