How do we move forward as a community? Last week, our nation suffered a blow to one of our most sacred freedoms: Freedom of Speech. A freedom not only safeguarded against government suppression by our First Amendment, but the keystone of our ability to self-govern “We...
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Hopkinton Today for Friday, Sept. 12: HFD to host home sprinkler demonstration Saturday
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. HFD to demonstrate efficacy of home sprinklers during Family Day The Hopkinton Fire Department, in...
Hopkinton Today for Thursday, Sept. 11: Select Board OKs plan to sign on to opioid settlements
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. Town cleared to participate in opioid settlements The Select Board on Tuesday voted to allow the town...
Arrests/Police Log, Sept. 10 edition
ARRESTS None this week. [Editor’s note: The Hopkinton Independent’s policy for the arrests section is not to include the names of individuals who have been arrested.] POLICE LOG September 2 8:10 a.m. Officer Robert Ekross completed community relations during...
Hopkinton Today for Wednesday, Sept. 10: Repair Fair returns Sept. 27
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. Senior Center to bring back Repair Fair The Hopkinton Senior Center's annual Repair Fair will return...
Hopkinton Today for Tuesday, Sept. 9: 110 Grill co-founder takes over former Hillers Pizza location
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. Crust & Co. to retain menu, employees as Hillers Pizza changes hands An experienced restaurateur...
Real Estate Transactions, Sept. 8 edition
Hopkinton Today for Monday, Sept. 8: Trails Club plans guided tour of Old Town Road
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. Trails Club walk will cover history of area around Lake Maspenock A special guided trail tour...
Hopkinton Today for Friday, Sept. 5: HPL to host puzzle race this weekend
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. Library brings back popular puzzle race event Bragging rights are on the line once again as teams...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Junie
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 4-year-old Junie. Here is Baypath's description of Junie: “Junie, a shy and sensitive shepherd, was one of more than a dozen...
Professional Insights: Life insurance protects what matters most
September is Life Insurance Awareness Month and the perfect time to consider whether you have adequate coverage to protect your loved ones. While no one likes to think about what would happen if they weren’t around, doing so is an act of love. Life insurance is...
Hopkinton Today for Thursday, Sept. 4: Masters, Stephenson reconcile over School Committee comment
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. School Committee members say 'unprofessional' comment intended as joke Two members of the School...
DPW announces September roadwork schedule
The Department of Public Works will continue roadwork on three streets next week, starting on Tuesday. Affected roads are: Barbara Road, Peppercorn Road and Dicarlo Road. On Tuesday, crews will adjust structures on each road. From Sept. 15-17, the roads will undergo...
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BoMain Slice of Hopkinton photo contest winner, Sept. 3 edition
The Hopkinton Independent presents A Slice of Hopkinton photo contest, sponsored by BoMain pizza bar and grill. 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...
Arrests/Police Log, Sept. 3 edition
ARRESTS August 27 2:09 p.m. On Hayden Rowe Street, Officers Kyle Quinzani and Nicholas Walker arrested a 70-year-old from Framingham and charged him with operation of a motor vehicle with license suspended and possession of an open container of alcohol in a motor...
Hopkinton Today for Wednesday, Sept. 3: MassDOT sets public hearing about I-495/I-90 project
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. Hearing about I-495/I-90 interchange to cover milestones, public comment An upcoming virtual public...
Professional Insights: Your photos made a promise; here’s how to keep it
In the battle between hotels and vacation rentals, consistency is the winning move. Here’s how to deliver an experience that lives up to your listing and keeps guests coming back. Hotels have a secret weapon: consistency. No matter where you check in, the bed feels...
Hopkinton Today for Tuesday, Sept. 2: HCA to host master class with renowned painters
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. HCA invites master painters to teach impressionism Novice and seasoned artists alike will have a...













