Hopkinton Independent
Hopkinton Today for Monday, Oct. 13: HDTC to hold protest 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. HDTC to join other groups in national day of action The Hopkinton Democratic Town Committee will hold...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Dottie
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 2-year-old Dottie. Here is Baypath's description of Dottie: "Sweet Dottie has been an absolute star in her foster home! She’s...
Michele Piane, 72
Michele Piane (Lenk), of Keene, New Hampshire, passed away on her 72nd birthday, after bravely battling Parkinson’s and its complications for over a decade. She was born Sept. 11, 1953, in Hanover, New Hampshire, and grew up there before attending Reed College in...
Hopkinton Today for Friday, Oct. 10: Health Department to run flu clinics next week
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. Flu clinics to serve seniors, children The Hopkinton Health Department has scheduled flu clinics next...
Bernard Garron, 79
Bernard Lent Garron Jr. of Hopkinton passed away at his home on Oct. 8, 2025, at the age of 79. Born in Framingham, he was the son of the late Marion (Johnson) and Bernard Lent Garron Sr. He was the husband of 56 years to Sandra (Morris) Garron of Hopkinton. An Air...
Hopkinton Today for Thursday, Oct. 9: Chamber of Commerce hires new executive director
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. Mongeau to lead Chamber of Commerce as it focuses on membership, efficiency The Hopkinton Chamber of...
Chamberlain Street to close for roadwork Thursday
A portion of Chamberlain Street will be closed on Thursday for roadwork, according to the Department of Public Works. In a notice to residents, DPW Director Kerry Reed noted that crews would be working to install a speed hump across both lanes of travel near 35...
Helen Kelley, 88
Helen S. Kelley, 88, passed away on Sept. 27, 2025, at Concord-Laconia Hospital in New Hampshire. Helen was born Nov. 1, 1936, and was the adopted daughter of Bertha and Leon Evlian. She was raised in Hopkinton and graduated from Hopkinton High School, where she was a...
Jonathan Richards, 73
Jonathan Eric Richards of Hopkinton peacefully passed away on Sept. 16, 2025, at the age of 73 after a courageous yearlong battle with prostate cancer. He was the beloved husband of the late Martha Gwen (Zollo) Richards. Born June 23, 1952, in Boston, Jonathan was the...
Arrests/Police Log, Oct. 8 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 Sept. 30 1:14 a.m. Sgt. Shannon Beloin checked on Lumber Street property. 3:20 a.m....
Hopkinton Today for Wednesday, Oct. 8: The Haunt returns to MetroWest YMCA
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. HCA, MetroWest YMCA to host circus-themed Haunt event The MetroWest YMCA and the Hopkinton Center for...
Move In Style Athlete Spotlight: Evan Gronemeyer
An offensive and defensive lineman, Gronemeyer plays nearly every snap. Through four games, he led the Hillers with 27 tackles. “Evan’s work ethic and dedication throughout the offseason have clearly carried over onto the football field this fall,” coach Mark Sanborn...
Hopkinton Today for Tuesday, Oct. 7: Fire Department to hold open house Oct. 19
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. HFD open house to feature demonstrations, fire safety information The Hopkinton Fire Department's...
Real Estate Transactions, Oct. 6 edition
Hopkinton Today for Monday, Oct. 6: Town advises caution after West Nile detected in region
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 encourages continued vigilance about mosquitos as weather shiftsThe town is advising residents...
Hopkinton Today for Friday, Oct. 3: Superintendent releases survey to gain community feedback
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. Bishop seeks community input as part of first-year plan Hopkinton Public Schools Superintendent Evan...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Lexi
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 Lexi. Here is Baypath's description of Lexi: "Lexi is a 5-year-old sweetheart who’s equal parts silly and snuggly....
Professional Insights: Revenue management secrets
Have you ever noticed how hotel room prices seem to change almost daily? One night a room is $149, the next night it jumps to $179, and by the weekend it could skyrocket to $249 because a big event is in town. That pricing shift is not random. It is called revenue...
Business Profile: Under Pressure expands offerings with Home+
Under Pressure has delivered customized power washing, cleaning and property maintenance solutions to Hopkinton residents and businesses for more than 25 years. When a home’s exterior needs a refresh — roof and windows cleaned, gutters cleared — Mark Mercer, CEO of...