Bruce Lutz passed away peacefully at home on July 2, 2025. Bruce was the devoted husband of Maureen (Bulger). He also is survived by brother Don (Susan) Lutz of Arizona, sisters-in-law, Joan Griffin of Tifton, Georgia, Peggy Barnett of Syracuse, New York, and Tricia...
Courtesy of the San Diego Zoo, here are the new rules for the Horribles Parade. Please do not: Annoy, torment, pester, plague, molest, worry, badger, harry, harass, heckle, persecute, irk, bullyrag, vex, disquiet, grate, beset, bother, tease, nettle, tantalize or...
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. GEM aims to promote gender equity in entrepreneurship, finance with workshop A workshop to be held by...
Ann C. Lane, 95, of Framingham and formerly of Hopkinton, passed away peacefully on June 19, 2025. Born in Boston, she was the daughter of the late Lillian (Spencer) and Phillip G. Mead. She was the beloved wife of 71 years to the late Arthur L. Lane. Ann loved...
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is Uno. Here is Baypath's description of 2-year-old Uno: “Uno is a 2-year-old bundle of playful energy and enthusiasm! “This...
As a business owner, you’ve always got a lot to think about today — but what about tomorrow? Have you thought about whom you would like to see as your successor? If you haven’t, you’re not alone. Of the business owners who have created a succession plan, about 70%...
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. Knotweed, bittersweet major issues in town, according to Harrow Open Space Preservation Commission...
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 — You are invited to the virtual July Fourth Horribles Parade at noon. Because the Select Board chose not to provide insurance for the event as done previously, the parade will be done virtually on Hopnews.com. The theme is “Get Involved." The organizers...
ARRESTS June 26 11:22 p.m. A caller reported a vehicle just sitting in the roadway on Grove Street. Officer Nicholas Saletnik, Sgt. Shannon Beloin and Sgt. Cody Normandin responded and arrested a 39-year-old Framingham resident, charging him with OUI drugs, OUI liquor...
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. Eagle Scout project provides habitat for vulnerable bat species Bats in the region will find new real...
In the fast-paced world of vacation rentals, most owners and operators obsess over the usual suspects: occupancy rates, dynamic pricing and five-star reviews. But quietly powering those metrics is something less talked about and far more powerful: team culture. Yes,...
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 starts Hopkinton Power Choice program, will offer stable electric rates Hopkinton officially...
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. SCHEDULE UPDATE...
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. In wake of Select Board decision, organizers to hold virtual Horribles Parade Horribles Parade...
PFAS, the forever chemicals lurking in your kitchen, clothes and even your takeout box are sticking around for way too long. You might not see them, but they’re everywhere — and they are never leaving. From nonstick cookware to water-repellent jackets, these toxic...
Terri Lee (Matthews) Morris, formerly of Hopkinton, died peacefully and gracefully on June 20, 2025, following a long illness. She was born July 31, 1955, in Long Branch, New Jersey, daughter of the late William A. and Ida V. (Pudvah) Matthews. She was raised and...
The Department of Public Works announced that construction on multiple streets in town begins next week. Affected roads are: Chamberlain Street, Angelo Drive, Colella Farm Road, Nicholas Road and Whalen Road. Structures will be lowered July 1-2 on Chamberlain Street,...
