Hopkinton Independent
Business Profile: Peer Aboricultural Services helps grow lasting landscapes
Property owners quickly realize their landscaping can be affected by countless variables — too much or too little rain, a bitterly cold winter or a scorching hot summer. Working with Peer Abroricultural Services in Hopkinton, a company that assesses the health of...
Hopkinton Today for Monday, May 18: 2 contested races, write-in campaigns on today’s Town Election ballot
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. Board of Health, School Committee positions contested in Town Election Town Clerk Connor Degan is...
Letter to the Editor: Krishna for School Committee
I am writing to express my support of my friend Sravana Krishna for the Hopkinton School Committee. My family came to Hopkinton for school. We became friends with Sravan Krishna's family through classroom activities, and over time our conversations kept circling back...
Letter to the Editor: McSweeney for School Committee
I’m writing in support of Kyla McSweeney for reelection to the Hopkinton School Committee. As a parent and community member, I’ve appreciated Kyla’s thoughtful leadership and her willingness to make decisions that support all students and families in our district. Her...
Letter to the Editor: Mannan for Board of Health
I am writing to support Nasiba Mannan for reelection to the Hopkinton Board of Health. Over the past three years, Nasiba has helped guide the Health Department through staffing changes, funding challenges and difficult public health issues. She has stayed focused on...
Letter to the Editor: Krishna for School Committee
On Monday, May 18th, I will be voting for Sravan Krishna for School Committee because his actions show me what he believes in. He is not just a talker; he’s a doer. He has a history of volunteer service to the town. He has stood up to racism and to anti-LGBTQ policies...
Letter to the Editor: Krishnan for School Committee
I am writing in support of Sravana Krishna for the School Committee. I first met Sravan through the Friends of SEPAC committee, where I quickly came to appreciate his thoughtful, helpful and community-focused approach. Having known Sravan for some time and having read...
Letter to the Editor: Irwin for School Committee
I am writing in support of Sandra Irwin for School Committee. Like many Hopkinton residents, Sandra is passionate about our strong school system and is focused on the long-term success of our students. As a mother of three, she has children at various stages and will...
Letter to the Editor: Mannan for Board of Health
I am writing in support of Nasiba Mannan for the Board of Health in the upcoming election. I have known Nasiba for a little over a year now, and her commitment to the town of Hopkinton through public service is remarkable. Nasiba offers great experience from her...
Hopkinton Today for Friday, May 15: HMS students take third prize in state science fair
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. Students design state fair project to remove copper ions from water A trio of Hopkinton Middle School...
Letter to the Editor: Irwin for School Committee
I’m writing to endorse Sandra Irwin for School Committee. I first met Sandra at a Hopkinton Moms Group meeting just a few weeks after her young family moved to town. We quickly connected over similar career paths, children close in age and a shared goal of getting...
Letter to the Editor: Irwin for School Committee
I am writing to express my support for Sandra Irwin for the Hopkinton School Committee. Sandra would bring a welcome new voice to the committee at an important time for our schools and our community. She is thoughtful, professional and committed to listening carefully...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Jake
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 8-year-old Jake. Here is Baypath's description of Jake: “After spending two long years waiting in a Florida shelter without...
Letter to the Editor: Watson for constable
I am writing to offer my enthusiastic support for Jason Watson for constable as a write-in candidate. As a fellow member of our town’s Democratic Committee, I’ve seen firsthand Jason’s commitment to progressive ideals, and I’ve also seen him demonstrate a great...
Letter to the Editor: Irwin for School Committee
I’m writing in support of Sandra Irwin for School Committee. My three children have gone through every stage of the Hopkinton school system, and I’ve seen firsthand how important the School Committee is in shaping students’ experiences and outcomes. From preschool...
Jeffrey Sias, 52
Jeffrey C. Sias, 52, passed away unexpectedly on April 23, 2026. Born Jan. 10, 1974, Jeffrey was raised in Hopkinton and later made his home in Conway, New Hampshire, before moving to Hersey, Maine. He lived a life centered around family, connection and the people he...
Hopkinton Today for Thursday, May 14: Proposed state legislation could impact town’s e-bike bylaw
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's e-bike bylaw limited in scope versus proposed Ride Safe Act Whether the town will have to...
Letter to the Editor: Krishna for School Committee
I am writing to express my support of my friend Sravana Krishna for the Hopkinton School Committee. I have known Sravan Krishna because our children are in the same classroom. Over the years, I have had many deep conversations with Sravan, and more often than not,...
Letter to the Editor: Irwin for School Committee
I am writing to endorse Sandra Irwin for School Committee. The first thing that comes to mind with Sandra is the focus and passion that she wants to bring to this position. She recognizes how fortunate we are to have an extremely strong school system, but that doesn't...













