Hopkinton Independent
Hopkinton Today for Monday, March 31: Bose Professional to open South Street headquarters this spring
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. Grand opening for Bose Professional headquarters planned for May 20 A new business spun off of the...
Professional Insights: How to get the best return
Thinking about selling and wondering what improvements will yield the biggest return on your investment? Let’s start with the entryway! Curb appeal is the first impression. With the snow gone, now is a great time to walk around the home and see how it faired over the...
Hopkinton Today for Friday, March 28: State ruling extends hybrid public meeting option
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. Virtual access to public meetings remains as state extends hybrid meeting rule Public meetings in...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Allie
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 7-year-old Allie. Here is Baypath's description of Allie: “Allie is a true ray of sunshine! At 7 years young, this sweet girl...
Business Profile: Trina Macchi, a Realtor clients want to recommend
Taking the needs of her clients personally, Trina Macchi of The Macchi Group pledges home sellers the highest quality marketing and representation. “Most of my business comes from personal referrals,” said Macchi, a Hopkinton-based Realtor for 25 years. “I want happy...
Hopkinton Today for Thursday, March 27: Recycling and Reuse Day expands
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. Reuse event this year to include shredding, can/bottle collection Hopkinton residents will get a...
Newspaper: March 26, 2025
Arrests/Police Log, March 26 edition
ARRESTS March 17 9:30 p.m. Officer Kyle Quinzani conducted a motor vehicle stop on West Main Street, and Officer Robert Ekross and Sergeant Shannon Beloin responded to assist. A 42-year-old was arrested and charged with OUI liquor, possession of an open container of...
BoMain Slice of Hopkinton photo contest winner, March 26 edition
The Hopkinton Independent presents “A Slice of Hopkinton” photo contest, sponsored by BoMain. 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 will have their...
Frank Crater, 78
Frank Steven Crater, 78, died March 24, 2025, at Cape Cod Hospital with his family by his side. Born in Verona, New Jersey, Steve made his home in Marston Mills after many years in Hopkinton, where he and his wife raised their family. Steve co-founded Control...
Hopkinton Today for Wednesday, March 26: HPD gets ‘comfort kits’ to help kids in distress
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. Donation from Project Delta empowers HPD to aid kids in crisis The Hopkinton Police Department has...
Move In Style Athlete Spotlight: Barry O’Brien
O’Brien placed seventh in the Central Massachusetts League and earned a spot in the state championship meet at Berkshire East on Feb. 25, finishing 105th in slalom and 106th in giant slalom. His best race result was a fourth-place finish for a slalom race on Jan. 23....
Hopkinton Today for Tuesday, March 25: Races shape up in 2025 Town Election
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. Select Board among contested seats in this year's Town Election As the deadline to submit nomination...
Thomas Newton, 85
Thomas Vesey Newton, 85, of Hopkinton passed away on March 5, 2025, at Golden Pond Assisted Living in Hopkinton. Born in New York City, he was the son of the late Mary (Barrow) and Carl Elbridge Newton. Tom is survived by his wife, Andrea (Hendrix) Newton of...
Real Estate Transactions, March 24 edition
Dolores Connolly, 89
Dolores Connolly (nee Annesi) of Hopkinton died peacefully on March 19, 2025. She was 89 years old. She leaves behind her daughters, Cheryl and Susan; her sons-in-law, Steven and Paul; and her five grandchildren, Max, Jenny, Connor, Rachel (with husband David) and...
Hopkinton Today for Monday, March 24: Registration for HMC 100-yard dash open
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. Hopkinton Marathon Committee opens registration for 100-yard dash event The Hopkinton Marathon...
Library Corner, March 26 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. CHILDREN’S...
Business Profile: Summer fun for all at Regatta Point
Regatta Point Community Sailing is offering a summer full of fun and learning for all youngsters aged 7-17 at Hopkinton State Park. “Our culture, our philosophy, is ‘Boating for all,’ and we stand by it,” said Casey Duva, Regatta Point executive director. “It means we...
