I am writing to express my enthusiastic support for Jeff Doyle as a candidate for the Hopkinton Select Board. Jeff is a dedicated, thoughtful and community-driven individual who I believe is the right person to help lead our town forward. Jeff brings a strong sense of...
Hopkinton Independent
Letter to the Editor: Doyle, Mannan for Select Board
I am writing in support of Jeff Doyle and Shahidul Mannan for Select Board. Both these men are kind, approachable and flexible thinkers. These two candidates would bring different strengths and perspectives to the board. Jeff has grown up in Hopkinton and knows so...
Real Estate Transactions, May 12 edition
Hopkinton Today for Monday, May 12: New optometry office set to open on Main Street this summer
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. Optometrist to open facility at 66 Main Street A new optometry office will call Main Street home...
Professional Insights: How to cope with market volatility
The financial markets always go through periods of instability. And we may see more of that now, given concerns about tariffs, inflation and the economy. As an investor, how can you deal with this volatility? Some investors try to take advantage of market ups and...
Letter to the Editor: Mannan for Select Board
I fully endorse Shahidul Mannan for reelection to the Hopkinton Select Board. In his three years on the Select Board, he has diligently worked to improve the quality of life in our town. His dedication to promote economic development, school growth, clean water and...
Hopkinton Today for Friday, May 9: Town officials participate in tabletop disaster exercise
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. Mass. Maritime students run natural disaster scenario for town officials Officials from across town...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Rocky
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 2-year-old Rocky. Here is Baypath's description of Rocky: “Meet Rocky! Rocky is full of life with a playful spirit, a loving...
Professional Insights: Rental usability
You’ve fluffed the pillows, stocked the fridge with local goodies and picked out the perfect welcome mat — but is your vacation rental truly ready to wow? Enter usability experience: the not-so-secret ingredient that transforms a good stay into a five-star memory....
Business Profile: Peer Arboricultural installs, maintains landscapes
Using their expertise to install and maintain landscapes by assessing and preserving the health of trees and shrubs for the long term is the aim of the professionals at Hopkinton’s Peer Arboricultural Services. “We treat our clients’ landscapes as if they were our...
Letter to the Editor: HYFS a community cornerstone at risk
I, like many others, am feeling increasingly isolated. Almost every aspect of our lives is politicized. Discussing facts related to the current administration’s policies is now dismissed as politics, but it’s important to still be able to share real stories. My love...
Hopkinton Today for Thursday, May 8: SJC affirms suspension of MASH veterinarian’s license
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. Roman 'very disappointed' in SJC ruling upholding suspension The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court...
BoMain Slice of Hopkinton photo contest winner, May 7 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, May 7 edition
ARRESTS None this week. POLICE LOG April 29 12:09 a.m. Officer Aline Matos made checks of Legacy Farms North. 7:53 a.m. A caller reported some type of spill in the roadway on Cedar Street. The DPW was notified. 8:45 a.m. Officer Nicholas Walker completed...
Letter to the Editor: Adaptive playground hits home
As a private citizen and a member of the Commission on Disability, I am delighted to offer my strong endorsement for the adaptive playground at Marathon School. Having lived with the challenges of disability as a child with polio in the 1950s and 1960s, I can...
Hopkinton Today for Wednesday, May 7: Continued design work for MWRA connection approved at Town Meeting
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 Meeting passes article to complete MWRA design work The first clicker vote at Monday night's...
Move In Style Athlete Spotlight: Dylan Ruff
Ruff, who is committed to Saint Anselm College, has been the Hillers’ top pitcher as well as playing “college level” shortstop, according to coach Matt Anderson. Heading into May, Ruff was batting .458 with a .548 on-base percentage. He also led the team with five...
Library Corner, May 7 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...
Business Profile: Wild summer adventures with EARTH Ltd.
Helping kids connect with animals and nature all while having a lot of fun is the aim of the summer programs offered at EARTH Ltd. in partnership with Mendon’s Southwick’s Zoo. “Our summer programs are different,” said Betsey Brewer, EARTH Ltd. founder and executive...













