Hopkinton Independent
BoMain Slice of Hopkinton photo contest winner, Jan. 14 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, Jan. 14 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 Jan. 6 4:31 a.m. Officer Jennifer Manning checked on a vehicle parked on Pratt Way...
Arts Residency: Caroline Ozmun
Hopkinton High School senior Caroline Ozmun focuses her work in the school’s advanced photography course on capturing images of buildings and structures in black and white. “This project highlights how a simple approach can reveal surprising beauty,” said Sterling...
Move In Style Athlete Spotlight: Abby Burke
One of the team’s captains, Burke placed in two or three events at every meet in the first month of the season. As the new year began, she had posted the Tri-Valley League’s best time in the 300 meters, was ranked fifth in the shot put and was tied for seventh in the...
Hopkinton Today for Wednesday, Jan. 14: HCA awarded grant for Center School reuse project
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. Grant from tourism office to fund designs for Center School The Hopkinton Center for the Arts has...
Hopkinton Today for Tuesday, Jan. 13: PJB looks ahead as holiday program concludes
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. PJB sees increased need from residents, looks for volunteers This year's holiday season at Project...
Real Estate Transactions, Jan. 12 edition
Library Corner, Jan. 14 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. SCHEDULE...
Hopkinton Today for Monday, Jan. 12: Tax relief fund opens aid applications for 2026
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. 'No doubt' tax assistance needs will increase, says Tax Relief chair Hopkinton's Tax Relief Committee...
Hopkinton Today for Friday, Jan. 9: 26.2 Foundation gets grant for trail rehab
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. Foundation looks to renovate trails as marathon center project ramps up The 26.2 Foundation announced...
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 3-year-old Dottie. Here is Baypath's description of Dottie: "Dottie is ready to start the new year in a home of her own. Her...
Move In Style Athlete Spotlight: Finn Durocher
Competing in the 150-pound weight class, Durocher has emerged as a standout. On the first weekend in January, he went 4-0 at the Natick Red Hawk dual meet and placed second at the Wayland Holiday Tournament. He’s also mentored the team’s younger wrestlers. “Finn has...
Hopkinton Today for Thursday, Jan. 8: Historical Commission continues McFarland-Sanger House sale process
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. Commission hopes to work out deal with Deerfield Estates for property The Historical Commission on...
Mary Scott-Everett, 81
Mary Ruth “Cookie” Scott Everett, age 81, passed peacefully on Dec. 20, 2025, surrounded by the love and comfort of her family. She left this world just as she lived in it — held close by those she cherished most. Mary was the beloved mother of her son, Dale M....
Arrests/Police Log, Jan. 7 edition
ARRESTS Dec. 31 4:52 p.m. Officer Brian Ziniti and Sgt. Cody Normandin conducted a motor vehicle stop on Main Street and administered field sobriety tests to the driver. A 31-year-old from Joanne Drive in Ashland was arrested and charged with marked lanes violation...
Hopkinton Today for Wednesday, Jan. 7: Federal change in child vaccinations may not impact Hopkinton, says Health 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. Health Department in holding pattern as state, region respond to CDC vaccine changes The Hopkinton...
Roy Tiziani, 82
Roy P. Tiziani, 82, of Hopkinton passed away on Jan. 4, 2026, after a period of declining health. Born in Framingham to the late Cesare and Mary (Tognacci) Tiziani, Roy graduated in 1961 from Framingham High School, where he played football and formed friendships that...
Hopkinton Today for Tuesday, Jan. 6: Annual Town Meeting warrant open
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. Warrant open for May 2 Town Meeting The warrant for the 2026 Annual Town Meeting is open for article...
Robert Manchester, 93
Robert E. Manchester, 93, of Milford and a former longtime resident of Hopkinton, passed away on Jan. 4, 2026. Born in Fall River, he was the son of the late Arvilla (Reynolds) and Charles Manchester. He was the husband of 50 years to the late Penny...
