The Hopkinton High School boys lacrosse team posted a 14-12 victory over visiting Westwood on Monday, improving its season record to 6-5.
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Robert Healy, 80
Robert J. Healy, of Plainville and formerly Millis, passed away on June 3 after a period of declining health. Robert was born on March 5, 1941, to the late Regina Rogers (Lucier) of Millis, and he was the beloved husband of Nancy (Will) Healy. Bob (as he was known to...
John Martin, 62
John E. Martin, 62, of Holliston and formerly of Ashland, passed away unexpectedly after a period of declining health at his home. Born in Framingham, he was the son of the late John and Elizabeth (White) Martin. John worked for many years transporting cars at Adessa...
HHS hands out year-end athletic awards
As part of the year-end celebrations at Hopkinton High School, a number of athletic awards were presented. Kristin McCluskey (soccer, ice hockey and softball) and Ethan Champlin (football/track and field) were named Athletes of the Year. Cross country/track stars...
HHS registration open for fall sports season
Hopkinton High School athletic director Rich Cormier announced that registration is open via FamilyID for the fall sports season. The registration deadline is Aug. 13, but parents are encouraged to register their child as early as possible in order for the coaches to...
Arrests/Police Log, June 8 edition
ARRESTS June 2 12:53 p.m. On Main Street, Officer Ryan Polselli and Sergeant Timothy Brennan arrested a 33-year-old Cedar Street resident on two warrants. POLICE LOG June 1 12:05 a.m. Officers Brittany Firth and Cody Normandin checked on a motor vehicle on Hayden Rowe...
Veterans Breakfast returns to Senior Center indoor location Friday
The monthly Veterans Breakfast will return to its traditional location inside the Senior Center this Friday for the first time since the start of the pandemic. The event starts at 9 a.m. While COVID-19 restrictions have eased, those who are not vaccinated are...
Photos: HHS graduation car parade
The second Hopkinton High School car parade was held Saturday...
Hopkinton COVID-19 update for June 4: Town has 8 active cases; schools should have no social distancing in fall
Editor's note: This is the town of Hopkinton's COVID-19 update for June 4. COVID-19 Updates and Precautions June 4 update Previous updates and additional information and resources can be found here: coronavirus-hopkintonma.hub.arcgis.com/ As of June 3, Hopkinton’s...
Backman to leave job as library director next month
Hopkinton Public Library director Heather Backman will step down July 9, after accepting a position with the Weymouth Public Libraries, the town announced Friday. Backman joined the Hopkinton Public Library in October 2014 as the adult services librarian and was...
After Senior Recognition Night, big weekend ahead for HHS Class of 2021
Following the Senior Gala on Wednesday, Hopkinton High School held its Senior Recognition Night on Thursday. Among the awards presented Thursday were the Principal's Leadership Award to Mahdi Maymandi-Nejad and the...
College Honors: Local students graduate from Boston College
Boston College held its graduation ceremonies on May 24, and a number of Hopkinton residents were recognized. Most notably, Hopkinton’s Hariharan “Harry” Shanmugam received the Edward H. Finnegan, S.J., Award, the school’s highest undergraduate commencement honor. The...
Mary Bertschmann, 86
Mary Ellen (Hession) Bertschmann passed away peacefully at her home of 50 years in Sherborn on May 30. She was 86 and had been surrounded by her loving husband, three sons, three daughters-in-law and 10 grandchildren. Mary was a loving, caring and dedicated wife,...
Arrests/Police Log, June 1 edition
ARRESTS May 27 12:37 p.m. Officer Ryan Polselli conducted a motor vehicle stop on Main Street, and Officers Matthew Santoro and Brendon Lyver responded to assist. A 43-year-old from Framingham was arrested on a warrant and additionally charged with unlicensed...
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Senior Snippets, June 2 edition
The Hopkinton Senior Center staff continues to be available to seniors and residents during this pandemic. Call 508-497-9730 if in need of assistance, with questions or just to say hi. For a more extensive listing of programs check...
Library Corner, June 2 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. Reopening Announcement Library staff greatly appreciate...
Photo contest winner, June 2 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 COVID-19 update for May 28: Town buildings to fully reopen Tuesday
Editor's note: This is the town of Hopkinton's COVID-19 update for May 28. COVID-19 Updates and Precautions May 28 update Previous updates and additional information and resources can be found here: coronavirus-hopkintonma.hub.arcgis.com/ As of May 27, Hopkinton’s...
Shanmugam receives BC’s most prestigious graduation honor
Editor's note: This story was submitted by Boston College. Hariharan "Harry" Shanmugam of Hopkinton, a member of the Boston College Class of 2021, was presented with the university’s most prestigious graduation honor at commencement on May 24: the Edward H. Finnegan,...
