I am writing this letter to inform the town of inhumane practices regarding beaver population management in Hopkinton. Recently, a beaver trap was used in Bloods Pond on South Mill Street to trap and kill a beaver. Despite calls to the Hopkinton Police Department and...
Hopkinton Independent
Move In Style Athlete Spotlight: Addy Walls
Heading into Wednesday's Division 2 state semifinals, Walls was hitting .463 with 22 RBI, seven doubles and four home runs, including a grand slam in the Hillers’ quarterfinal win over Westwood. On the mound, she was 19-0 in 20 starts with a 1.56 ERA and .181...
Hopkinton Today for Tuesday, June 10: Cyclical inspection program to take place this summer
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. Mandated inspection cycle to carry through the summer The town is set to begin a cyclical inspection...
Real Estate Transactions, June 9 edition
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Hopkinton Today for Monday, June 9: Select Board plans to review process for appointing town counsel
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. Board to look at town counsel appointment process ahead of deadline Ahead of a deadline at the end of...
Katherine Micciche, 75
Katherine (Dumais) Micciche, 75, of Pelham, New Hampshire, passed away May 20, 2025. She was the beloved wife for over 52 years of Diego G. Micciche, who survives her. Born Oct. 8, 1949, in Skowhegan, Maine, she was the oldest child of the late Eleanor (Lunna) and the...
Letter to the Editor: HPS music program a gem worth preserving
IYKYK, as the kids say. Families who have taken part in the Hopkinton Public Schools music program know our high school’s musical program is a gem. And its director, Craig Hay? A real diamond. As today’s world prioritizes STEM over arts, and our federal government is...
Hopkinton Today for Friday, June 6: Town puts out survey to get resident 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. Survey designed to get feedback from residents on town committees, policy The town of Hopkinton is...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Horton
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 8-year-old Horton. Here is Baypath's description of Horton: “Horton is a resilient and lovable husky mix who’s come a long...
Professional Insights: Steps to take before — and after — a divorce
Going through a divorce is emotionally painful and can disrupt one’s life in many ways — but does it also have to be financially devastating? Not necessarily. You can help yourself greatly by making a series of moves. Here are some to consider: Before the divorce is...
Hopkinton Today for Thursday, June 5: HPD’s Sweet Scoops program returns for summer
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. Sweet Scoops intended to foster positive interactions between officers, youth The Hopkinton Police...
BoMain Slice of Hopkinton photo contest winner, June 4 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...
Arrests/Police Log, June 4 edition
ARRESTS May 27 12:15 a.m. On Hayden Rowe Street, Officer Peter Lord arrested a 28-year-old Springfield resident and charged him with possession of a Class B drug. May 30 8:36 p.m. A caller reported an erratic operator on Spring Street. Officers Lucille Creedon and...
Hopkinton Today for Wednesday, June 4: Carter elected head of state public nursing association, earns award
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. Carter recognized with MAPHN President's Award, chosen as organization's president-elect Hopkinton...
Hopkinton Today for Tuesday, June 3: Scouts finish installation of exercise equipment on Center Trail
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. Scouts install exercise equipment on trail as part of Eagle project Thanks to the completion of an...
Real Estate Transactions, June 2 edition
Move In Style Athlete Spotlight: Owen Champlin
The midfielder served as a team captain and helped the Hillers to a regular-season record of 9-9 this spring. A two-time Tri-Valley League All-Star, Champlin led this year’s team in scoring while playing “many roles” according to coach Dan Norton. “A true Swiss army...
Library Corner, June 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. ALL AGES...
Hopkinton Today for Monday, June 2: Special needs educators to be recognized at SEPAC reception
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 educators, scholarship recipients to be recognized at SEPAC banquet June 10 Sixty Hopkinton...













