Hopkinton Independent
Kristen Prior, 39
It is with deep, deep sorrow that we announce the unexpected passing of Kristen Thuerk Prior, 39, on Sept. 17, 2026, at Brigham and Woman’s Hospital. Kristen was not just a light, she was a fire. Kristen was born in Connecticut’s Bridgeport Hospital on May 17, 1987,...
Marie McInerney, 93
Marie C. McInerney, 93, of Hopkinton passed away on Sept. 15, 2026, at Milford Regional Medical Center. Born in Chicago, she was the daughter of the late Bernadette and John J. McInerney. Marie grew up in Brazil and had a background in psychology and special...
Hopkinton Today for Monday, Sept. 21: HPL to host story time with service dogs Wednesday
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. Story time event recognizes impact of service dogs The Hopkinton Public Library will host a story...
Professional Insights: The hidden wire that can make or break your smart thermostat
A few years ago, the “C-wire” became a bit of a buzzword as smart thermostats started showing up in more homes. Homeowners buying Nest, ecobee and other Wi-Fi thermostats quickly discovered that what looked like a simple do-it-yourself upgrade sometimes became much...
Akiko Hibbett, 102
Akiko “Aki” Yamagawa Hibbett died at the Golden Pond assisted living facility in Hopkinton on Sept. 13, 2026. She was 102 years old. Aki was a poet, a casual historian, a librarian and an incomparable wife, mother and grandmother. She was born on July 21, 1924, in El...
Hopkinton Today for Friday, Sept. 18: HCA to host ‘Creating Through It’ artist reception tonight
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. Gallery exhibit at HCA highlights 'healing' impact of art The Hopkinton Center for the Arts will host...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Freya
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 10-year-old Freya. Here is Baypath's description of Freya: “Freya is a gentle, affectionate senior searching for the...
Business Profile: Crust & Co. continues to build connections with community
Crust & Co. is about to mark one year since opening in Hopkinton. Owner Ryan Dion continues to emphasize community service and connection while providing food choices the town has come to love. Dion opened Crust & Co. last fall, bringing decades of restaurant...
Hopkinton Today for Thursday, Sept. 17: Hopkinton Farmers Market requests assistance after disruptions from protesters
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. Letter asks town to consider 'reasonable' framework to balance free speech, market concerns A letter...
Arrests/Police Log, Sept. 16 edition
ARRESTS Sept. 10 8:16 p.m. Units responded to South Street following a call about a person throwing glass out of a vehicle. Officers stopped a vehicle and took a 29-year-old man from Hopedale and a 34-year-old woman from Milford into custody. The male was charged with...
BoMain Slice of Hopkinton photo contest winner, Sept. 16 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...
Arts Residency: Catherine Martin
Poetry has been a part of Catherine Martin’s life since she was a teenager. After graduating from Smith College, she earned a master’s in writing, literature and publishing from Emerson College. She completed a residency at the Vermont Studio Center, was involved for...
Hopkinton Today for Wednesday, Sept. 16: Green infrastructure design workshop set for next week
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. Workshop seeks input for environmental restoration projects at selected sites Hopkinton's Resilient...
Newspaper: Sept. 16, 2026
Hopkinton Today for Tuesday, Sept. 15: Friends of Whitehall to tour historical springs Sunday
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. Friends to lead tour of mineral springs, site of former hotel A tour hosted by the Friends of...
Real Estate Transactions, Sept. 14 edition
Library Corner, Sept. 16 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. ADULT PROGRAMS...
Professional Insights: 5 questions that could change how you see retirement
Saving for retirement is important, but it’s only part of the picture. If you’re within five to 10 years of your target retirement date, it’s time to start thinking about what you actually want your retirement to look like. After all, getting to retirement isn’t the...
Hopkinton Today for Monday, Sept. 14: HCA to host cultural district discussion
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. Town in early stages of applying for cultural district designation The Hopkinton Center for the Arts...
