We need to change how we live. We need to do this for future generations, biodiversity and our own physical and mental health. We especially need this now while the federal government is supporting environmental degradation. People are resistant to change. They say it...
Hopkinton Independent
Arrests/Police Log, Aug. 20 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 August 12 12:20 a.m. Officer Aline Matos checked on a vehicle in a Hayden Rowe...
BoMain Slice of Hopkinton photo contest winner, Aug. 20 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...
Hopkinton Today for Wednesday, Aug. 20: Greyhound Friends to host Dog Day event 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. Greyhound Friends celebrates International Dog Day with community event The dog days of summer are...
Daniel Lundy, 63
It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Daniel Philip Lundy, a longtime resident of Hopkinton who left us unexpectedly on Aug. 15, 2025, at the age of 63. Daniel was born on June 15, 1962, in Syracuse, New York, the beloved son of...
Hopkinton Today for Tuesday, Aug. 19: Town advertises additional open committee seats
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. New members wanted to fill committee vacancies The town issued a notice last week that a number of...
Real Estate Transactions, Aug. 18 edition
Library Corner, Aug. 20 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 Monday, Aug. 18: Family Day returns Sept. 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. Annual Family Day to feature free activities, fireworks The Friends of Hopkinton's annual Family Day...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Dottie
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 3-year-old Dottie. Here is Baypath's description of Dottie: "Dottie is the full package: goofy, affectionate and guaranteed...
Hopkinton Today for Friday, Aug. 15: New owners set to take over Cornell’s after Select Board approval
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. Cornell's Irish Pub to change hands later this year, pending state approval After a lengthy attempt...
Professional Insights: Does the 4% rule still make sense for your retirement?
You may have heard of the “4% rule” when it comes to retirement. The idea is simple: After you retire, you withdraw 4% of your investment portfolio each year. In theory, this helps ensure your savings last for your lifetime. While this rule can be a helpful starting...
Hopkinton Today for Thursday, Aug. 14: McAuliffe named co-chair of regional emergency preparedness board
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. McAuliffe steps into role on MRPC executive committee Shaun McAuliffe, Hopkinton's health director,...
Kari Griffin, 56
Kari Louise Griffin, 56, of Milford and formerly of Hopkinton, died peacefully on Aug. 7, 2025. Born in Pittsburgh and raised in Vermont, Kari was the daughter of Hildreth “Jill” (Cameron) Devins and the late David Ronald “Ronnie” Harris, and the stepdaughter of the...
Arrests/Police Log, Aug. 13 edition
ARRESTS [Editor’s note: The Hopkinton Independent’s policy for the arrests section is not to include the names of individuals who have been arrested.] August 6 5:49 a.m. Sgt. Cody Normandin stopped a motor vehicle on South Street, and the driver reversed his vehicle...
Sharon Hutchinson, 76
Sharon L Hutchinson, 76, died Aug. 8, 2025, at Milford Regional Medical Center after a brief illness. Born in Peterborough, New Hampshire, she was the daughter of the late Roland and Pauline (Greene) Hutchinson. She graduated from Dean Junior College and worked for...
Hopkinton Today for Wednesday, Aug. 13: HOP, HCA collaborate for Recovery Month
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. HOP organizes recovery-related arts programs with HCA Hopkinton Organizing for Prevention and the...
Hopkinton Today for Tuesday, Aug. 12: Select Board to interview town counsel candidates
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 to consider four firms in search for potential new town counsel The Select Board is set to...
Real Estate Transactions, Aug. 11 edition
Hopkinton Today for Monday, Aug. 11: HCA to host poetry night with state poet laureate
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. Regie Gibson to perform charity event at HCA in September The Hopkinton Center for the Arts will host...












