As part of the Main Street Corridor Project this week, the contractor will perform saw cuts for duct banks, and this work might require detours in the area of the Route 135/Route 85 intersection. Other work scheduled for this week includes the completion of the...
Mr. Charles H. “Butch” Morris Jr., 77, of Cotuit and formerly of Milford, passed away July 21 in Cape Cod Hospital, Hyannis. He was the husband of Beverly A. (Lawson) Morris. Mr. Morris was employed at the former EMC Corporation in Hopkinton for many years....
What is occurring in downtown Hopkinton is called an urban heat island. Increased number of buildings and pavement are resulting in negative environmental impacts: higher levels of pollution and increased energy demand (air conditioning). The only solutions as stated...
The town's Water-Sewer Department announced Friday that "due to the continued drought conditions, dramatic increase in water use, low tank levels and a continued forecast for hot and dry weather, the town is declaring an outdoor water ban on municipal water use." The...
Hopkinton's Department of Public Works announced that crews will be removing and plating structures in preparation for road resurfacing work on a handful of street starting Monday (July 25) and continuing until Thursday (July 28). Dates may change due to weather...
The town announced Wednesday that emergency pavement marking has been scheduled from 8 p.m. to 4 a.m. on Wednesday and Thursday to stripe the new pavement on Main Street between Wood Street and the Fire Station. Update, Thursday 12:45 p.m.: The town announced that...
Kenneth Claflin King, 68, of Marlborough and formerly of Hopkinton, passed away unexpectedly on July 17. Born in Framingham, he was the son of the late Doris (Claflin) and Ralph King. Ken was a friendly and optimistic person and an all-around great guy. Everyone who...
POLICE LOG July 12 9:37 a.m. A caller reported a person using a hanger to get into a car on Hayden Rowe Street. Officer Nicholas Saletnik responded and found the owner attempting to gain vehicle access. Access was subsequently gained. 10:23 a.m. Officer Nicholas...
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 3-year-old Beau. Here is Baypath's description of Beau: “Beau came to us as a heavier boy and went into foster, and with a...
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’s Arthur Marshall was elected to the Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants (MassCPAs) Board of Directors for its 2022-23 fiscal year, which began May 1. Marshall is partner of assurance services at EY with clients in various industries,...
With temperatures anticipated to reach the mid-90s every day for the rest of the week and a heat advisory on tap for Wednesday, the Hopkinton Fire Department is reminding residents to take safety precautions, especially during outdoor activities, to prevent illness...
The Central Massachusetts Mosquito Control Project (CMMCP) announced that personnel will be in Hopkinton to spray for mosquitoes on August 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24, 30 and 31. The dates are tentative and subject to change due to weather conditions, mosquito...
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...
Edward Francis O’Leary Jr., 89, of Hopkinton passed away July 16. Born in Framingham, he was the son of the late Alice R. (Cummings) and Edward Francis O’Leary Sr. He was the husband of 65 years to Mavis Angela (Murray) O’Leary. Edward grew up in Holliston. Growing...
When will replacement shade trees be planted on the Common? Many trees have been taken down in the last few years and no shade trees have been planted. Is there any plan for tree planting on the Common? — Beth and Rick Kelly, Hopkinton Editor’s note: The opinions and...
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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. Summer Saturday Matinee: 'Abominable' Saturday, July 23,...
The University of Massachusetts recently announced its dean’s list for the spring semester, and it includes a number of Hopkinton residents. Among those recognized were Morgan Allen, Molly Andrews, Julia Annenberg, Hayden August, Kendal August, Elise Blackstock,...
Hopkinton Police Deputy Chief John Porter marked 30 years of service with the department on July 14. His name was added to the HPD 30 Years of Service Award plaque in recognition of the milestone. "We were thrilled to recognize Deputy Chief Porter's years of service...
