I want to share with the community an incident of kindness that happened on Saturday before Easter in front of my house on Sanctuary Lane. I was in my driveway, cleaning out my car. I was nearly done. Suddenly, I was approached by a young woman, dressed as a runner,...
I am pleased to support Sravana Krishna for the Hopkinton School Committee. As a current member of the committee, I understand the importance of thoughtful, informed leadership, and I believe Sravana would be a strong addition. Sravana has demonstrated a sustained...
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. Proclamation by Select Board recognizes HPL during National Library Week The Hopkinton Public Library...
I'm writing in support of Article 38 and the formal acceptance of Auciello Drive as a public road at Town Meeting. The facts are simple: Auciello Drive was built in the 1990s, and the developer was taking steps to get the road formally accepted by the town but passed...
I’m writing to express my support of my friend Sravana Krishna for the Hopkinton School Committee. Sravana is a dedicated community member of Hopkinton, serving on multiple boards and committees over the years, including SEPAC (Special Education Parents Advisory...
I’m proud to support Kyla McSweeney for reelection to the Hopkinton School Committee. Kyla brings a thoughtful, steady approach to leadership, grounded in real experience in education policy and a desire to to help and support all of the students and families in...
For the past two years, I have had the pleasure of serving alongside Nasiba Mannan on the Hopkinton Board of Health. As the current chair of the Board of Health, Nasiba has been vigilant in staying on top of all the public health issues facing Hopkinton, from...
Grace K. (McCarthy) Melvin, 91, passed away peacefully on April 21, 2026, in Framingham after a period of declining health. She was the loving wife of the late Curtis D. Melvin for 56 years. Born in Marlborough, she was the daughter of the late Francis J. and Grace C....
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 Molly. Here is Baypath's description of Molly: “Meet Molly, a tiny adventurer with a big personality and an even...
While older generations worry about having enough money for retirement, many Gen Z workers aren’t even starting to save. Research in 2025 by Edward Jones and Morning Consult shows that nearly half haven’t begun setting money aside for their golden years, and only 22%...
From sports to field trips, the Hopkinton Parks & Recreation Department is offering something for all residents during the 2026 Summer Program. “We try to offer as many programs as possible based on the needs of the community,” said Jon Lewitus, Parks &...
I support Nasiba Mannan 100% to retain her position as a member of the Board of Health (BOH) in Hopkinton. My name is Rick Jacobs. I received my M.D. at UMass Medical School. I served as chair of radiology at Memorial Hospital (now UMass Memorial Hospital) and then...
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. Infiltration monitoring on Hayden Rowe Street linked to Charleswood project The Department of Public...
The Bishop Rice Council of the Knights of Columbus would like to express our deep appreciation to the Hopkinton Independent for helping to publicize our annual Food for Families food drive and extend our sincere gratitude to the Hopkinton community for its generosity....
Ann Elizabeth DeLuise (Terry) passed away peacefully on April 21, 2026, at her residence, Heritage of Framingham. She was 91. The eldest of four children, Ann grew up on the Terry Farm in Hopkinton at 98 Hayden Rowe Street, the current site of the Hopkinton Center for...
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 None this week. POLICE LOG April 14 6:35 a.m. A walk-in handed in a debit card found at Middlesex Savings Bank on Main Street. 8:41 a.m. A caller reported a vehicle sped past a school bus with its stop sign out on Hayward Street. Sgt. Matthew Santoro...
Nancy Burdick first became fascinated by quilting when working with the Amish at a children’s hospital in Pennsylvania. She dove into the art form after moving to Hopkinton and taking a class with local quilter Jean Bertschmann. Burdick now co-chairs the Marathon...
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. Block party marks public launch of green infrastructure project The town will celebrate the launch of...
