Retirement offers the perfect opportunity to explore new places, whether traveling solo, with a partner or with the family. With fewer time constraints, retirees can enjoy dream destinations offering relaxation, adventure and cultural enrichment. Here are some top...
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. Mannan to represent town in MWRA discussions with Southborough Select Board member Shahidul Mannan...
ARRESTS None this week. POLICE LOG March 25 12:28 a.m. Officer Peter Lord checked on a vehicle parked on Chestnut Street and spoke with an Uber driver inside. All was OK. 7:47 a.m. Officer Augusto Diaz took a report of stolen property on Hayden Rowe Street....
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. Groundwater recharge remains below normal as drought persists A lack of significant groundwater...
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. School Committee closes in on new superintendent The School Committee is gearing up to select a new...
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. Grand opening for Bose Professional headquarters planned for May 20 A new business spun off of the...
Thinking about selling and wondering what improvements will yield the biggest return on your investment? Let’s start with the entryway! Curb appeal is the first impression. With the snow gone, now is a great time to walk around the home and see how it faired over the...
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. Virtual access to public meetings remains as state extends hybrid meeting rule Public meetings in...
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 7-year-old Allie. Here is Baypath's description of Allie: “Allie is a true ray of sunshine! At 7 years young, this sweet girl...
Taking the needs of her clients personally, Trina Macchi of The Macchi Group pledges home sellers the highest quality marketing and representation. “Most of my business comes from personal referrals,” said Macchi, a Hopkinton-based Realtor for 25 years. “I want happy...
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. Reuse event this year to include shredding, can/bottle collection Hopkinton residents will get a...
ARRESTS March 17 9:30 p.m. Officer Kyle Quinzani conducted a motor vehicle stop on West Main Street, and Officer Robert Ekross and Sergeant Shannon Beloin responded to assist. A 42-year-old was arrested and charged with OUI liquor, possession of an open container of...
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...
Frank Steven Crater, 78, died March 24, 2025, at Cape Cod Hospital with his family by his side. Born in Verona, New Jersey, Steve made his home in Marston Mills after many years in Hopkinton, where he and his wife raised their family. Steve co-founded Control...
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. Donation from Project Delta empowers HPD to aid kids in crisis The Hopkinton Police Department has...
O’Brien placed seventh in the Central Massachusetts League and earned a spot in the state championship meet at Berkshire East on Feb. 25, finishing 105th in slalom and 106th in giant slalom. His best race result was a fourth-place finish for a slalom race on Jan. 23....
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. Select Board among contested seats in this year's Town Election As the deadline to submit nomination...
Thomas Vesey Newton, 85, of Hopkinton passed away on March 5, 2025, at Golden Pond Assisted Living in Hopkinton. Born in New York City, he was the son of the late Mary (Barrow) and Carl Elbridge Newton. Tom is survived by his wife, Andrea (Hendrix) Newton of...
