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...
Fun and creativity will go hand in hand this summer for youths from kindergartners to teens at the Hopkinton Center for the Arts. The HCA Summer Fun in the Arts 2026 program includes visual arts, theater, ceramics, film, music and dance classes. “Our eight weeks of...
ARRESTS None this week. POLICE LOG April 28 12:10 a.m. A caller called numerous times to talk about her aunt. She did not want police to respond, and she was advised that eviction is a civil process. 12:24 a.m. Officer Aline Matos checked on a vehicle parked on...
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. Auciello resident: 'Town Meeting is not over' Confusion over parliamentary procedure lingers after...
Hopkinton voters who care about the direction and importance of our Board of Health should consider making Nasiba Mannan their choice for Board of Health. Having served alongside Nasiba on the Hopkinton Veterans Celebration Committee, I am confident that she is the...
A center fielder and relief pitcher, Pedroli led the team through late April with a .562 batting average and has been “dominant in the leadoff role,” according to coach Matt Anderson, with two home runs, three triples and two doubles in 10 games. “He never gets...
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...
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. New CV licensing policy requires CORI/SORI, clears up HPD role The Select Board will discuss a new...
I am excited to endorse Kyla McSweeney and Sravan Krishna for Hopkinton School Committee. As an autism educator with The Arc of Massachusetts and the parent of a child with disabilities, I’ve learned that schools work best when relationships come first. When students...
I am writing to strongly endorse Sandra Irwin for Hopkinton School Committee. I have spent the majority of my career working in government at both the state and municipal levels, and I have seen firsthand how critical effective governance is to the success of a public...
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. Auciello Drive-related motions could come back to future meeting Residents will not have a chance to...
Jeffrey J. Bernard, 65, of Harwich and formerly of Hopkinton, passed away on May 1, 2026, surrounded by his family. Jeff battled cancer for 3 1/2 years and faced his illness with quiet strength and resilience. Born June 18, 1960, in San Pablo, California, he was the...
I’m looking forward to casting my vote for Amy Ritterbusch for Select Board, Kyla McSweeney for School Committee, Adam Munroe for Board of Assessors and Nasiba Mannan for Board of Health. We’re fortunate to have their steady and experienced leadership on those...
I am writing to express my strong support for my friend Sandra Irwin’s candidacy for the School Committee. As someone who knows Sandra personally, I have seen firsthand the thoughtfulness, integrity and dedication she brings to everything she does. These are all...
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. Lennon awarded for animated short at youth film festival Hopkinton resident Ellis Lennon got a lot...
I am writing to express my support of Nasiba Mannan, candidate for reelection for the Board of Health. At a time when public health decisions directly impact residents, it is imperative that we have representatives who are thoughtful, informed and committed to the...
John J. “Jack” Kirby Jr., 89, of Milford and formerly of Bellingham and Hopkinton, passed away peacefully on April 29, 2026, at Milford Regional Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of the late Janet V. (Copeland) Kirby, who...
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 Candy. Here is Baypath's description of Candy: "Candy is the kind of dog who brightens everyone’s day. Easygoing,...
One of the team’s “most disciplined hitters,” according to coach Shannon Allbery-Yerardi, Valis led the team with 10 walks and struck out just twice through late April. The coach also lauded Valis’ quickness and intelligence on the basepaths, leading to multiple...
