Hopkinton Independent
Hopkinton Today for Thursday, Nov. 26: Water-Sewer Department begins annual leak survey
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. Survey underway to identify, repair leaks in water main system The Water-Sewer Department initiated...
BoMain Slice of Hopkinton photo contest winner, Nov. 26 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...
Nancy Macmillan, 81
Nancy (Penney) Macmillan, 81, of Milton, formerly a lifelong resident of Hopkinton, passed away peacefully on Nov. 23, 2025, at Boston Medical Center surrounded by her loving family. She was the loving wife of the late William F. Macmillan Jr. for 58 years. Nancy was...
Karen McManus, 80
Karen Gayle Swenson McManus was born in Milford in 1945 and passed away in November of 2025 at the age of 80. She was the daughter of Frances (Carter) Swenson and Ernest Swenson, of Milford and Everett. She had an older brother, Ernest “Billy,” and a younger sister,...
Arrests/Police Log, Nov. 26 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 Nov. 18 2:07 a.m. Sgt. Shannon Beloin made checks of the school fields on Hayden...
Arts Residency: Hana Reilly
After earning an engineering degree, Hana Reilly went back to school in her native Czech Republic for ceramics. She now works full time as the Hopkinton Center for the Arts’ ceramics director. She previously worked for Steven Branfman, founder of the Potters Shop and...
Hopkinton Today for Wednesday, Nov. 26: SGC encourages composting holiday food waste
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. Composting options help environment, manage rising trash costs The Sustainable Green Committee is...
Move In Style Athlete Spotlight: Sean Finnegan
After becoming the first Hopkinton runner to win a sectional individual title, Finnegan finished a close third at the state Division 1 meet a week later, on Nov. 15. “Sean is the most determined runner we’ve ever had,” coach Laura McKenzie stated. “He set his sights...
Professional Insights: Ways to give life to old junk
As the seasons change and the holidays approach, it is time to consider getting rid of old items that are no longer used to make room for new things. Clear out the clutter and give your home a more festive look in for the holidays. A junk removal company is your best...
Hopkinton Today for Tuesday, Nov. 25: Hopkinton resident co-founds veterans sailing program
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. Nonprofit offers therapeutic sailing, memorial experiences for veterans Hopkinton resident George...
Real Estate Transactions, Nov. 24 edition
Library Corner, Nov. 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. SCHEDULE...
Business Profile: Mental Health Collaborative builds resilient communities
When Hopkinton resident Abbie Rosenberg, a psychiatric nurse practitioner and clinician for 30 years, noticed the many young people and families around her struggling with mental health issues in silence, she decided to act. In 2019, she founded Mental Health...
Hopkinton Today for Monday, Nov. 24: Town seeks applicants for Land Core team
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. Community liaisons needed for environmental initiative The town is seeking residents interested in...
Hopkinton Today for Friday, Nov. 21: Resident organizes donations for holiday lights on Town Common
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. Crowdfunding for holiday lights aims to raise $10,000 Residents are taking steps to crowdfund holiday...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Millie
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 5-year-old Millie. Here is Baypath's description of Millie: "Millie is 90 pounds of pure, gentle love! "She may be a little...
John Tirrell, 78
John M. Tirrell, who liked to declare — often and with conviction — that he was "the luckiest man alive," left this world the same way he lived in it: surrounded by love, humor, adventure and the people he adored. He passed away peacefully, holding hands with his...
Hopkinton Today for Thursday, Nov. 20: Discussions of HHS conference change ‘on hold’
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. Move from TVL to Bay State Conference not in works for now Hopkinton High School, which has been a...
Arrests/Police Log, Nov. 19 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 Nov. 11 1:08 a.m. Sgt. Shannon Beloin checked on Wood Street property. 6:42 a.m....
