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. Following a prolonged discussion, the Planning Board at its meeting Monday voted 5-0 to approve the...
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Photos: Sunrise over Hopkinton
Courtesy of Amit Jagdale, we have photos of sunrise over the Legacy Farms neighborhood of Hopkinton.
Letter to the Editor: Mimmo for Select Board
I am happy to endorse Peter Mimmo for the Select Board. He is a candidate who reflects unique experience and qualities we need. Peter’s understanding of our town’s critical issues, his professional legal experience and expertise and deep-rooted commitment to public...
Letter to the Editor: McSweeney for Select Board
I have had the pleasure of knowing Kyla McSweeney for some time, and pleasantly witnessed her consistent dedication to our community and deep commitment to our town. A successful marathoner, Kyla has demonstrated unwavering dedication in many town activities and...
Janet Stewart, 87
Janet M. Stewart, 87, of Hopkinton passed away May 14. She was predeceased by her husband of 67 years, Richard C. Stewart; her parents, William F. Pyne and Helene (McGrail) Pyne, and her brothers, William and Robert Pyne. She is survived by her children, Karen Irvine...
Letter to the Editor: Mimmo defends work with MCAD
I write as a candidate for Hopkinton Select Board in response to a letter to the editor offered by Martin Green. Mr. Green is the respondent, or defendant, in a case I tried with co-counsel as an attorney for the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD)....
Letter to the Editor: Individual questions actions of MCAD, Mimmo
To the residents of the Town of Hopkinton, Recently while driving through your town, I saw a Peter Mimmo for Select Board sign. As a resident and former selectman in Northbridge, former executive director of the Blackstone Valley Chamber of Commerce and small business...
Move In Style Athlete Spotlight: Rishit Shekhar
Shekhar was named a Tri-Valley League All-Star in each of his first two seasons as one of the top doubles player in the state. This year, playing singles, the captain started the season 8-1. “Though an intense and fierce competitor, Rishit possesses a quiet...
Business Profile: Parks & Recreation adds new offerings this summer
It seems that at some point, nearly every child in town attends the summer playground group provided by Hopkinton Parks & Recreation, and many of them return every year for at least part of the season. Little Hillers, held at Hopkins School, is for children ages...
Anne Morgan, 82
Anne S. Morgan, 82, of Mashpee, passed away peacefully at home on May 10. She was the beloved wife of Francis (Frank) Morgan and the daughter of the late Louis and Alice Hennessy Slattery. Anne graduated from Somerset High School and received her bachelor’s degree in...
Hopkinton Today: Tuesday, May 14
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. With Muriel Kramer and Irfan Nasrullah wrapping up their time on the Select Board, they share their...
Senior Snippets, May 15 edition
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...
Real Estate Transactions, May 13 edition
Letter to the Editor: Mimmo for Select Board
Please join me in voting for Peter Mimmo for Select Board. Peter is professionally and personally experienced and equipped to help lead the town through the difficult challenges ahead. Peter is an attorney and navigates complex and difficult topics or situations...
Ronald Vorce, 58
Ronald “Big Ronnie” H. Vorce II, 58, a longtime resident of Framingham and formerly of Hopkinton, passed away unexpectedly at his home on May 6. Born in Framingham, he was the son of Ronald H. Vorce I and Audrey Vorce. He was a loving and proud father, survived by two...
Letter to the Editor: Herr for Select Board
I strongly encourage my neighbors and fellow residents in Hopkinton to vote for Brian Herr for Select Board. I have known Brian and volunteered on town committees with him for over 20 years. Brian is practical, reasonable, honest, straightforward and not beholden to...
Letter to the Editor: Herr for Select Board
I am writing in strong endorsement of Brian Herr for Select Board. Brian brings unparalleled experience, discipline and independent thinking to the Select Board at a time when we need it most. In my years as chair of the Hopkinton Planning Board, I have occasionally...
Hopkinton Today: Monday, May 13
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. The Massachusetts Department of Transportation announced that the two Fruit Street bridges will be...
Dorothy Bartlett, 85
Dorothy (Hazen) Bartlett, 85, of Bellingham passed away peacefully on May 5 with her loving family by her side. She was the beloved wife for 65 years of the late Eugene F. Bartlett and the loving mother of Robin J. Beauparlant and husband Albert of Harrisville, Rhode...
Letter to the Editor: Herr for Select Board
I am writing to endorse Brian Herr for Select Board. I have worked with Brian for decades as a result of our overlapping roles serving our community. My roles on the School Committee, the Appropriations Committee, and as the chair of the 300th Anniversary Celebration...