I write to thank those who voted to support Article 13, and specifically Item 29, of the 2026 Annual Town Meeting. This article authorizes $587,500, provided by all the taxpayers of Hopkinton, to install a system which will control the phosphorus currently emptying...
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Move In Style Athlete Spotlight: Mason Barros
A multi-time Tri-Valley League All-Star, Barros is the only boy to qualify for the state meet in three jumping events, according to HHS coach Mike Donahue. His personal bests include 21 feet in the long jump, 6 feet, 2 inches in the high jump, and a school-record 45...
Hopkinton Today for Tuesday, June 2: HCA’s Unified Theater to perform show June 19-20
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. Unified Theater show highlights performers with disabilities Unified Theater, a group of performers...
Real Estate Transactions, June 1 edition
Library Corner, June 3 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...
Hopkinton Today for Monday, June 1: HHS seniors to hold car parade Saturday
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. Parade organizers hope for large crowd to support HHS graduates Organizers of this year's Senior Car...
Hopkinton Today for Friday, May 29: Town seeks resident input on Annual 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, Select Board ask for resident feedback on ATM experience In an effort to improve voter...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Arny
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 4-month-old Arny. Here is Baypath's description of Arny: "Meet handsome Arny, an adorable, happy-go-lucky puppy ready to find...
Maryalyce Straight, 74
Maryalyce (Connelly) Straight, 74, died May 25, 2026 at Boston Medical Center in Brighton after a brief illness. She was the wife of Richard Straight, to whom she was married for 32 years. Born in Framingham, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Alice...
Hopkinton Today for Thursday, May 28: LMPA to initiate boat monitoring program 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. Volunteers, DCR coordinate on boat ramp monitoring program The Lake Maspenock Preservation...
Arrests/Police Log, May 27 edition
ARRESTS May 23 1:48 a.m. Officers Robert Ekross and Aline Matos conducted a motor vehicle stop on Cedar Street and subsequently arrested a 54-year-old from Westborough, charging her with marked lanes violation and OUI liquor. 8:19 p.m. On South Street, Sgt. Shannon...
Hopkinton Today for Wednesday, May 27: Whalen honored at State House for service to veterans
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. Whalen recognized at Military Appreciation Day Hopkinton resident and Marine Corps veteran Mike...
Move In Style Athlete Spotlight: Liam Grady
A three-year starter, Grady led the Hillers to a 12-6 record and the young program’s first tournament berth this spring, recording 177 kills (.427%) and 82 blocks with nine serving aces. “Liam has a competitive, hard-working mentality and makes a difference on the...
Hopkinton Today for Tuesday, May 26: Imagine Corps students run variety show, festival promoting pollinators
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. Students engage community on importance of pollinators with festival, variety show A group of...
Professional Insights: Which retirement plan is right for your business?
If you’re a local business owner, a workplace retirement plan can be a powerful tool — helping you manage taxes, strengthen employee retention and build personal financial security. Many in your situation, however, assume retirement plans are complicated or only...
Real Estate Transactions, May 25 edition
Brian Bidlingmeyer, 81
Dr. Brian Arthur Bidlingmeyer of Frazer, Pennsylvania, and a former Hopkinton resident, passed away April 1, 2026, at Paoli Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. A leading scientist in the field of separations, Brian made significant and lasting contributions,...
Hopkinton Today for Friday, May 22: Memorial Day events kick off early Monday
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. Memorial Day ceremonies start early Monday at Evergreen Cemetery UPDATE, MAY 25: Memorial Day events...
Edward Halloran, 81
Edward L. Halloran, 81, of Hopkinton passed away at his home surrounded by his family on May 20, 2026. Born in Framingham, he was the son of the late Doris (Dexter) and Henry Halloran. Ed dedicated more than 30 years of his life working as a car assembler at General...
Ruth Dusseault, 90
Ruth Esther (Mercer) Dusseault, 90, passed away peacefully at home on May 12, 2026, after a long illness, surrounded by her family. She was the loving wife of the late George “Bud” Dusseault Sr. Born April 10, 1936, in Framingham, she was the daughter of the late...














