Hopkinton Independent
Hopkinton Today for Monday, July 6: Bear spotted on Wood Street, Huckleberry Road
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. Bear likely seeking area to cool off, says animal control A black bear seen in town late in June...
Gregory Leal, 66
Gregory Christopher Leal, 66, of Hopkinton passed away on July 4. Born in Framingham, he was the son of the late Alice (Fitzgerald) and George F. Leal Jr. He was the husband of 39 years to Rachel (Dyer) Leal of Hopkinton. Greg enjoyed spending time at Woodville Rod...
Hopkinton Today for Friday, July 3: Parks & Rec mulls EV requirements for Pyne Field parking
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. EV charger costs a concern for Pyne Field project Members of the Parks & Recreation Commission on...
William Guthrie, 78
William Guthrie, 78, of Hopkinton died June 29, 2026, at Framingham’s MetroWest Medical Center after a yearlong battle with cancer. He was the husband of Carol (Drowne) Guthrie, to whom he was married for 39 years. Born in Bangor Maine, he was a true outdoorsman and...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Colby
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 2-month-old Colby. Here is Baypath's description of Colby: “Looking to add a puppy to grow alongside your family? Colby may...
Hopkinton Today for Thursday, July 2: Town prepares for extreme heat wave
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. Residents cautioned to stay indoors, stay hydrated during heat wave Town officials are warning...
Arrests/Police Log, July 1 edition
ARRESTS June 23 9:12 p.m. On Downey Street, officers arrested a 26-year-old man from Washington Street in Mendon and charged him with possession of a Class B drug, having an unregistered and uninsured motor vehicle, operating a motor vehicle with a suspended...
BoMain Slice of Hopkinton photo contest winner, July 1 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...
Arts Residency: Jean Bertschmann
Quilting’s focus on community and expression has kept Jean Bertschmann involved with the art form for 40 years. “[Quilts] are often a community vehicle,” she said. “They’ve been used to raise awareness, to raise money [and] to protest.” A Marathon Quilters Guild...
Hopkinton Today for Wednesday, July 1: Hopkinton Fire soccer team makes semifinals of state tournament
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. Girls soccer team first in HYS history to enter state tournament The Hopkinton Fire, a Hopkinton...
Newspaper: July 1, 2026
Hopkinton Today for Tuesday, June 30: Hopkinton kids raise $3K for cancer research
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. Siblings take part in Pan-Mass Challenge ride Three siblings from Hopkinton recently raised over...
Professional Insights: Is underpricing your home a good strategy in today’s market?
Real estate agents have a fiduciary responsibility to act in their clients' best interests and help sellers achieve the highest possible value for their homes. Given that responsibility, why might an agent recommend listing a property below its perceived market value?...
Real Estate Transactions, June 29 edition
Library Corner, July 1 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 29: Health Department wants resident input on 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. Health survey intended to identify, address community needs The Hopkinton Health Department is...
Letter to the Editor: Herbicides wrong approach for Maspenock
I am writing to show my support for stopping the use of PFAS herbicides in Lake Maspenock. I read the letter to the editor in the June 17 edition about this topic, and with our town struggling with PFAS in our water for many years now, I was surprised when I read it....
Hopkinton Today for Friday, June 26: Movie by local filmmakers to be shown at NASA space center
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. Local artists, HCA support film dramatizing rocketry pioneer A short film created by local artists...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Big Bertha
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 Big Bertha. Here is Baypath's description of Big Bertha: “Meet Big Bertha (or Bertha for short)! “Bertha has...
