Driving westerly through Hopkinton on Main Street on a recent evening, dodging this way and that, my passenger hit upon — no, not raised structures, but a sport known as barrel racing, which will be familiar to the horse set. That is an event where a course is set up...
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. Water-Sewer Department identifies service lines for replacement The Water-Sewer Department will send...
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 4-year-old Milly. Here is Baypath's description of Milly: "Milly is a gentle, affectionate tortoiseshell cat who loves...
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...
If you’re retired, it’s easy to let your finances go on autopilot. Since October is National Retirement Security Month, it’s a good time to revisit some areas that can impact your long-term financial security and help your money last a lifetime. Consider these...
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. 'Need is there' for Scouting for Food program Scouts from all of Hopkinton's units will collect and...
ARRESTS Nov. 1 12:20 a.m. On Hayden Rowe Street, Officer Jennifer Manning arrested a 59-year-old Ashland resident and charged her with marked lanes violation and OUI liquor. 12:25 a.m. Officer Justin Cappuccio arrested a 34-year-old from Ashland on Marathon Way and...
Louise F. Mayer passed into the loving hands of the Lord on Nov. 4, 2025. She was born Dec. 1, 1927, in Hopkinton, where she lived all of her life. She was the daughter of Frederick and Madeline (Greene) Moran. Louise graduated from Hopkinton High School in 1945 and...
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. Sismanis in ICE custody, per NBC report According to a report from NBC10 Boston, Petros "Peter"...
Louis Ottaviani Jr., 72, passed away Nov. 3, 2025, at Oak Knoll Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center in Framingham. A longtime Hopkinton resident, he was the husband of Barbara (Creighton) Ottaviani, to whom he was married for 51 years. Born in Framingham, he was...
Dr. Matthew John Pantera III, “Doc,” a devoted husband of the late Patricia Pantera, father, grandfather, professor and coach, passed away on Oct. 31, 2025, at the age of 75. He spent his final days at Waterview Lodge in Ashland, surrounded by family and the care and...
The talented Wongchaisuwat is “an incredible teammate,” shared coach Laura McKenzie, adding: “He helped pace 10 teammates — four of them freshmen! — to break 20 minutes on our home course, a testament to his selflessness and leadership. Thunn’s dedication, positivity...
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. Municipal, state elections not running this fall Neither a municipal or state election is set to take...
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. Scout Troop 4 hopes to raise funds for Sea Base trip Troop 4 Hopkinton will hold a food and beverage...
Recently, Open Play submitted a request to be considered for a TIF (Tax Increment Financing) for the new pickle/padel club the owner is currently constructing beside Fairview Estates. My interpretation of a TIF (and clearly I could be wrong) is that a TIF is an...
The federal government has shut down. What can I do? The federal government has been shut down since Oct. 1. I was hopeful that after the protests of Oct. 18, our federal representatives would return to Washington and, together, figure a way to get our government...
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. Health Department to coordinate with state, residents on lanternfly concerns Acting on a tip from...
In the world of short-term rentals, one phrase has been gaining momentum among professional hosts and property managers: direct bookings. A direct booking happens when a guest reserves a stay directly with the host or management company, rather than using an online...
Open seven days a week, the newly opened Crust & Co. Pizza & More at 77 West Main Street in Hopkinton offers area customers a 120-item menu featuring custom and specialty Greek pizzas, calzones, hot and cold subs/wraps, dinners, pasta dishes, salads and...