I support Nasiba Mannan 100% to retain her position as a member of the Board of Health (BOH) in Hopkinton. My name is Rick Jacobs. I received my M.D. at UMass Medical School. I served as chair of radiology at Memorial Hospital (now UMass Memorial Hospital) and then...
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Hopkinton Today for Thursday, April 23: DPW monitoring stormwater infiltration in town sewers
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. Infiltration monitoring on Hayden Rowe Street linked to Charleswood project The Department of Public...
Letter to the Editor: Knights’ food drive productive
The Bishop Rice Council of the Knights of Columbus would like to express our deep appreciation to the Hopkinton Independent for helping to publicize our annual Food for Families food drive and extend our sincere gratitude to the Hopkinton community for its generosity....
Ann DeLuise, 91
Ann Elizabeth DeLuise (Terry) passed away peacefully on April 21, 2026, at her residence, Heritage of Framingham. She was 91. The eldest of four children, Ann grew up on the Terry Farm in Hopkinton at 98 Hayden Rowe Street, the current site of the Hopkinton Center for...
BoMain Slice of Hopkinton photo contest winner, April 22 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, April 22 edition
ARRESTS None this week. POLICE LOG April 14 6:35 a.m. A walk-in handed in a debit card found at Middlesex Savings Bank on Main Street. 8:41 a.m. A caller reported a vehicle sped past a school bus with its stop sign out on Hayward Street. Sgt. Matthew Santoro...
Arts Residency: Nancy Burdick
Nancy Burdick first became fascinated by quilting when working with the Amish at a children’s hospital in Pennsylvania. She dove into the art form after moving to Hopkinton and taking a class with local quilter Jean Bertschmann. Burdick now co-chairs the Marathon...
Hopkinton Today for Wednesday, April 22: Resilient Land Initiative to kick off with block party
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. Block party marks public launch of green infrastructure project The town will celebrate the launch of...
Newspaper: April 22, 2026
Letter to the Editor: Krishna for School Committee
I am writing in support of my friend Sravan Krishna for School Committee. As a parent and community member for over 30 years, I believe Sravan has the passion and skills needed to move our schools forward. I have known Sravan for three years, and I have seen his...
Move In Style Athlete Spotlight: Joe Krattenmaker
Playing No. 1 singles, Krattenmaker won his first four matches of the season without losing a game. “As a captain, Joe sets the tone by consistently being one of the first players on the courts each day, works continuously in the offseason to hone his skills, and can...
Library Corner, April 22 edition
For more information on any of the following programs or other activities at the library, visit hopkintonlibrary.org. Visit the library’s website calendar for event registration information. The library also can be found on Facebook, @hopkintonlibrary. ALL AGES...
Hopkinton Today for Tuesday, April 21: Local runners finish Boston Marathon with support, favorable weather
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. Running marathon is experience local runners will 'never forget' For Hopkinton runners, the 130th...
Hopkinton Today for Monday, April 20: Chilly day on tap for Boston Marathon
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. Marathon Monday has arrived In case you have not heard, there’s a road race in town today. The 130th...
Letter to the Editor: Mannan for Board of Health
I am writing to formally endorse Nasiba Mannan for reelection to the Board of Health. Over the last three years, Nasiba has been a diligent steward of our town’s well-being. She has worked tirelessly to maintain high health standards across our businesses, schools and...
Hopkinton Today for Friday, April 17: 30,000 runners to cross the Boston Marathon start line on Monday
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. 130th Boston Marathon start to feature new layout, local honorees The 130th Boston Marathon will kick...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Pebbles
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 6-year-old Pebbles. Here is Baypath's description of Pebbles: “At around 6 years old, Pebbles is the perfect mix of great...
Hopkinton Today for Thursday, April 16: Select Board approves permit for new July 4 parade
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. Democratic, Republican town committees collaborate on Independence Day parade The Select Board on...
Newspaper: April 15, 2026
Jean Scarlata, 97
Jean C. Scarlata, 97, died April 12, 2026, at Milford Regional Medical Center after a brief illness. Jean was born Feb. 8, 1929, in Milford to the late John and Mary (Morrisey) Deneen. Raised in Hopkinton, Jean graduated as salutatorian of the class of 1947 from...














