
Hopkinton Independent

Letter to the Editor: Zoning issues raise concerns
Zoning is a hot issue in Hopkinton right now, whether it’s the MBTA Communities Act, the [proposed] rezoning of Hayward Street and South Street for Marguerite Concrete, or developers asking for a zoning variance exception at School Street and Main Street to put in...

Hopkinton Today: Monday, Sept. 9
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. In a decision announced Friday, the state's police disciplinary commission lifted a suspension...

Photos: PolyArts festival at Town Common
The annual PolyArts festival took place Saturday at the Town Common.

Professional Insights: Saving for retirement with real estate investments
Looking to enhance your retirement income? Real estate investing is a great option. We all know saving for retirement is important. Diversification is key, so why not add some real estate investments to your traditional investment portfolio? Whether your interest lies...

Hopkinton Today: Friday, Sept. 6
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. This week's Independent Thoughts features a look at the upcoming Hopkinton Family Day on Sept. 14,...

Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Bob
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 5-month-old Bob. Here is Baypath's description of Bob: “Are you ready for a bundle of joy who's brimming with energy and...

Business Profile: Hopkinton Vision Center offers personalized eye care for 25 years
The motto for Hopkinton Vision Center is “a small local office with a big heart.” And according to Steven Perryman, O.D., who owns the practice, that philosophy is something patients experience daily. “What sets us apart is we have people who answer the phone, people...

Photos: Summer days at Hopkinton State Park
Photographer Amit Jagdale caught some tranquil scenes up at Hopkinton State Park recently.

Hopkinton Today: Thursday, Sept. 5
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. The Historical Commission at its meeting Tuesday night voted to rescind the demolition delay for the...

Senior Snippets, Sept. 4 edition
The Hopkinton Senior Center is open Mondays through Thursdays from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. and Fridays from 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. For a more extensive listing of programs and services, including lunch program menus, as well as a newsletter, check hopkintonseniorcenter.com. Anyone...

Arrests/Police Log, Sept. 4 edition
ARRESTS August 29 4:41 p.m. On South Street, Officer Nicholas Saletnik arrested a 42-year-old Shrewsbury resident on a warrant. [Editor's note: Hopkinton Independent policy for the arrests section is to remove the arrested individual's name after it has been posted...

BoMain Slice of Hopkinton photo contest winner, Sept. 4 edition
The Hopkinton Independent presents “A Slice of Hopkinton” photo contest, sponsored by BoMain. 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 will have their...

Hopkinton Today: Wednesday, Sept. 4
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. Hopkinton Public Schools recently welcomed Lauren McDonough, Rachel Ritchie and Cherie Kent as new...

Newspaper: Sept. 4, 2024

Library Corner, Sept. 4 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, and on X,...

Business Profile: Dream homes fulfilled at Baycraft Construction and Design
Most homeowners have a wish list for home improvement projects. Some envision the details like the built-ins, while others have only a general idea like a modern look. In certain cases, the dreams are for a whole new place instead. As people have been spending more...

HBA travel basketball registration open
Registration for Hopkinton Basketball Association travel basketball is open for the 2024-25 season. HBA travel basketball is for boys and girls in Grades 4-8. There are mandatory tryouts this month and players must be registered in advance. The tryout schedule is...

Photos: Labor Day at Hopkinton State Park
Visitors to Hopkinton State Park spent Monday's Labor Day holiday enjoying the beach, fishing and boating on the reservoir.

Hopkinton Today: Tuesday, Sept. 3
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. A group of Hopkinton Boy Scouts trekked the mountains of the southwestern United States at Philmont...