Hopkinton Independent
Hopkinton Today for Monday, Nov. 25: HCA holds open call for Winged Feet exhibition
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 seeks artist submissions for 2025 Winged Feet exhibit Submissions are open for the Hopkinton...
Hopkinton Today for Friday, Nov. 22: Leadership MetroWest gets rebrand
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. Leadership MetroWest revamps brand, website Brandon Ward, executive director of Leadership MetroWest,...
John McInerney, 86
John T. McInerney, 86, of Hopkinton and formerly of Wellesley, passed away Nov. 4, 2024, at his home. Born in Chicago, he was the son of the late John J. and Bernadette (Crowley) McInerney. He spent his early years living in Brazil with his family. He was a talented...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Lt. Surge
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 Lt. Surge. Here is Baypath's description of Lt. Surge: "Meet Lt. Surge! "Looking for a loyal, young companion...
Hopkinton Today for Thursday, Nov. 21: PJB looks for giving tree donations
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. Project Just Because sets up giving trees across Hopkinton Project Just Because is continuing its...
Arrests/Police Log, Nov. 20 edition
ARRESTS November 15 4:20 p.m. Sgt. Cody Normandin and Officer Nicholas Walker conducted a motor vehicle stop on West Main Street and subsequently arrested a 57-year-old resident of Susan Drive in Hopkinton and charged him with speeding in violation of special...
Hopkinton Today for Wednesday, Nov. 20: Kilduff steps down from Chamber of Commerce
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. Kilduff focusing on Marathon Center after relinquishing Chamber of Commerce role In its most recent...
Hopkinton Today for Tuesday, Nov. 19: Voters pass all STM articles
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. Voters approve all STM articles, debate meals excise tax Voters approved all eight articles on the...
Move In Style Athlete Spotlight: Malia Grant
Grant was the team’s strong second runner for the championship section of the season and “had a phenomenal finish in the final dual meet of the season, beating Westwood’s second runner to the line,” according to coach Jean Cann. “She put in consistent summer training...
Real Estate Transactions, Nov. 18 edition
Hopkinton Today for Monday, Nov. 18: Fire risk remains high as HFD combats brush fires
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. As HFD battles more brush fires, reducing hazards is key The Hopkinton Fire Department responded to a...
Gerald Cassidy Jr., 86
Gerald (Jerry) Cassidy Jr., 86, formerly of Edgewood, Rhode Island, passed away on Oct. 19, 2024, in Bonita Springs, Florida. He was the husband of the late Eileen (Halpin) Cassidy. They had been married for 55 years. Jerry had been a seasonal resident in Bonita...
Hopkinton Today for Friday, Nov. 15: Upcoming STM vote highlights MBTA Communities deadline
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. Deadline for MBTA zoning looms ahead of Town Meeting Monday's Special Town Meeting will see a vote on...
Letter to the Editor: Resident opposes STM Article 8
I urge the taxpayers of Hopkinton to vote no on Article 8 until a strategic plan is offered that is realistic for the townspeople of Hopkinton, agreed upon by the Planning Board, that then can be brought to the state. The first plan was voted down at Town Meeting and...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: McKinley
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is McKinley. Here is Baypath's description of McKinley: “McKinley has been patiently waiting for her forever home, and she’s...
Professional Insights: How can business owners plan for an exit?
If you’re a business owner, you always have a lot to do and a lot to think about. But have you put much thought into how you’ll eventually leave it all behind? Even if you’re a few years away from that day, it’s a good idea to create an exit strategy. If you’re like...
Hopkinton Today for Thursday, Nov. 14: Gas station project withdrawn
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. Developer pulls plug on proposed gas station/country store As quick as it started, Wednesday night's...
Newspaper: Nov. 13, 2024
Letter to the Editor: OSPC supports STM Article 5
I write as chair of the Open Space Preservation Commission. Because of a prior contractual agreement, I will miss the upcoming Special Town Meeting. The Open Space Preservation Commission supports Article 5, to transfer care, custody and control of Hughes Farm...
