Superintendent Carol Cavanaugh and town health director Shaun McAuliffe issued a joint statement Wednesday to address the surge in COVID cases at Hopkinton High School. "We are finding that students are testing positive for the virus at rates that have not occurred...
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Cultural Council calls for artists
The Hopkinton Cultural Council is seeking artists to extend and grow the Celebration of Diversity mural, located on the wooden fence leading to EMC Park. “We hope to add 3-5 new segments this year,” HCC chair Ilana Casady said. “We are looking to create a footprint of...
Derek Dempsey, 36
Derek Holden Dempsey, 36, of Woonsocket, Rhode Island, and formerly of Hopkinton, passed away March 15 at Rhode Island Hospital. Born in Worcester and raised in Hopkinton, he was the beloved son of Jennifer Ann Holden and her partner, Richard Schnitzlein, of...
Arrests/Police Log, March 16 edition
POLICE LOG March 9 8:52 a.m. A caller reported her friend’s dog, a black and white Lab/collie mix, was lost in the State Park on Cedar Street two days earlier. The caller was advised to notify the Ashland Police Department as well. 10:04 a.m. Officer Jay Deiana...
Hopkinton Relay for Life to hold fundraiser Sunday
The Hopkinton Relay for Life, which supports the American Cancer Society, will hold a fundraiser this Sunday from 12-3 p.m. Twenty percent of in-store purchases at the Vineyard Vines store in Wrentham during that time will be donated to the organization. Normally the...
Lions Club shows support for veterans
The Hopkinton Lions Club organized efforts to support the Department of Veterans Affairs’ Valentines for Veterans 2021 program last month. The purpose of the VA’s National Salute to Veteran Patients Program, of which Valentines for Veterans is a part, is to pay...
Charles Clifford, 92
Charles A. Clifford of Foxboro, formerly of Falmouth and Watertown, died on March 12. He was the husband of Joan L. (Keenan) Clifford, who predeceased him in 2018. They were married for 65 years. Charlie and Joan raised their family in Belmont, Watertown and Falmouth...
Library introduces long-range strategic plan
Editor's note: Following is a press release from the Hopkinton Public Library regarding its strategic plan. The Hopkinton Public Library is pleased to announce the creation of a long-range plan for fiscal years 2022-2027. Based on community feedback collected in 2020,...
Letter to the Editor: Chamber’s Economic Development Council opposes tree-cutting article
(Editor's note: The following is an open letter to the Planning Board regarding a proposed tree-cutting bylaw that is to be discussed at the board's March 15 meeting.) On behalf of the Hopkinton Chamber’s Economic Development Council, please let this letter serve as...
HHS class hosts virtual marathon fundraiser
The Hopkinton High School Class of 2024 is hosting a Hopkinton Virtual Marathon fundraiser. Participants have just over three weeks (March 23-April 15) to complete 26.2 miles, either alone or as part of a team of up to five people. The miles can be broken up over a...
HHS Sports Roundup: Volleyball sweeps Holliston
The Hopkinton High School girls volleyball team completed a two-match sweep of Holliston on Thursday, blanking the visiting Panthers 3-0 for the second time in three days. Hopkinton took the first set 25-17 behind strong serving from Cathryn Leighton and Rachel...
Hopkinton COVID-19 update for March 11: Town has 22 active cases
Editor's note: This is the town of Hopkinton's COVID-19 update for March 11. COVID-19 Updates and Precautions March 11 update Previous updates and additional information and resources can be found here: coronavirus-hopkintonma.hub.arcgis.com/ As of March 8,...
Water main break on Hayward Street could lead to discoloration
According to Water and Sewer Department manager Eric Carty, there was a water main break on Hayward Street on Wednesday afternoon. "There may be some discoloration in the water in the southwest part of town," he noted.
Letter to the Editor: Center School preferable for Main Street construction staging
(Editor's note: The following is an open letter to the town manager, Select Board and Parks & Recreation.) Reasons for using Center School as a staging area for the downtown project: 1. The open field at Center School will only be used by 5-7-year-old campers for...
HHS Sports Roundup: Volleyball, swim teams win openers
The Hopkinton High School girls volleyball team posted a 3-0 victory at Holliston on Tuesday night in their season opener. Senior Cadyn Boyce shined with seven kills, while Cathryn Leighton contributed 13 assists, two kills and an ace. Also for the Hillers, Melanie...
Photo contest winner, March 10 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...
Arrests/Police Log, March 9 edition
ARRESTS March 2 5:52 p.m. On West Main Street, Officer Brendon Lyver arrested a 32-year-old Whitinsville resident on a warrant charge. POLICE LOG March 2 1:17 a.m. Officer Stephen Buckley found a tree limb blocking the roadway of North Mill Street and notified the...
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Students can be added to buses after DESE lifts capacity limits
An email Monday from Hopkinton Public Schools indicated that students can be added to buses following an update to guidelines from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE). "Effective immediately, the capacity limitation and physical...
Project Just Because hosts free food distribution day Saturday
Project Just Because is hosting another free food distribution day this Saturday (March 13) at its Hopkinton facility for all Massachusetts residents in need. Anyone needing assistance or aware of someone who needs help with food — including protein, dairy, dry goods,...