Hopkinton Independent
Jane Dunphy, 96
Jane E. (Forsey) Dunphy, 96, died April 28, 2025, after a period of declining health. She was the wife of the late Richard J. Dunphy, to whom she was married for 53 years. Born in Charlton, she was the daughter of the late George and Estella (Congdon) Forsey. Her...
Richard Ernst, 93
Richard “Dick” Holt Ernst, a spirited naval aviator, Harvard-educated businessman and adventurer with a witty intellect, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2025. He was 93. Born June 22, 1931, Dick was the third child of Frederick S. and Roberta Ernst. He grew up in...
Hopkinton Today for Monday, April 28: Sharon Timlin Memorial Event returns June 14
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. Timlin Memorial Event features 5K race, family fun day This year's Sharon Timlin Memorial Event will...
Letter to the Editor: Mannan for Select Board
As our community approaches the critical choice of electing our next members, I humbly request my fellow citizens to support Shahidul Mannan for Select Board. In a time when public education faces unprecedented challenges at the federal level, it is more important...
Letter to the Editor: Mannan for Select Board
I write to you in my support of Shahidul Mannan for reelection to the Hopkinton Select Board. I did not know Shahidul before he was elected to his first term on the Select Board. Since then, I have contacted him many times with my thoughts, concerns and requests...
Phyllis Bullard, 98
Phyllis A. Bullard, 98, of Sutton, formerly of Hopkinton and Framingham, passed away April 23, 2025, at St. Vincent Hospital in Worcester. She was the wife of the late George M. Bullard. Born in Framingham, she was the daughter of the late Floyd and Anne (Atchison)...
Letter to the Editor: Mannan’s efforts appreciated
For anyone who missed the Meet the Candidates Night put on by the Women’s Club, I wanted to highlight some key takeaways about Shahidul Mannan. I think it’s always a good question when candidates are asked if they’ve volunteered in town before. It helps inform your...
Louise Lawson, 90
Louise Olive (Cole) Lawson, 90, of Hopkinton passed away April 19, 2025. Born in Philadelphia, she was a daughter of the late Edith May (Thomas) Cole and George Henry Cole. She was the wife of the late Arthur Stanley Lawson. Louise enjoyed life to the fullest and made...
Hopkinton Today for Friday, April 25: HPL’s seed library program returns
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. HPL brings back popular seed library program Started last year and funded in part by the Hopkinton...
Letter to the Editor: Mannan for Select Board
I am writing to support Shahidul Mannan in his reelection campaign for Select Board. Shahidul has the experience to lead our town through the difficult issues we will face in the next few years. He takes the time to research, analyze data and listen to diverse...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Anacoco
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 2-year-old Anacoco. Here is Baypath's description of Anacoco: “Looking for a playful pup to brighten your days? Say hello to...
Professional Insights: Radon testing, mitigation in homes
Metrowest Boston tends to have high levels of radon in many homes, because we have a lot of rock or ledge in the area. As rock and ground erode, it releases a naturally occurring gas called radon into our atmosphere. You can't see it, and you can't smell it. High...
Hopkinton Today for Thursday, April 24: Students offer spring cleaning fundraiser to support PJB
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. Annual PJB spring cleaning fundraiser runs through mid-June Residents looking for help in cleaning...
Letter to the Editor: Mannan for Select Board
I write to offer my support for Shahidul Mannan, who is running for reelection to the Hopkinton Select Board. Since taking office, I have met many new friends and worked with many wonderful people in Hopkinton from all different perspectives, so I don’t typically...
Letter to the Editor: Kizner for Select Board
I first met Matt Kizner when I first ran for a position on the Select Board. He was there with me at Select Board meetings and at Know Your Vote events. What struck me was his questioning of positions and his no-nonsense approach to gathering facts for a measured...
Business Profile: Focus on child at Miss Tanya’s kindergarten
Learning through play, individualized instruction and plenty of time outdoors are available for children enrolled in Miss Tanya’s Woodland School kindergarten in Westborough. “The program is perfect for kids who just miss or make the cutoff for public kindergarten,”...
Letter to the Editor: Mannan for Select Board
I had the pleasure of working with Shahidul Mannan on the Select Board from 2022 until the end of my last term in 2024. I’ve come to appreciate his dedication to the town and to respect his insight and focus on measurable accomplishments, particularly when developing...
Arrests/Police Log, April 23 edition
ARRESTS April 17 12:44 a.m. Sgt. Cody Normandin checked on a motor vehicle parked outside of the LNG plant on Wilson Street and subsequently arrested the driver, a 47-year-old Worcester resident, and charged him with trespassing, OUI liquor, second offense, and...
BoMain Slice of Hopkinton photo contest winner, April 23 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...
