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Karla Passler, 56

Karla Passler, 56

Karla R. Passler, 56, of Hopkinton and formerly of Westborough, passed away peacefully at home on Nov. 1, 2024. Born in Worcester, she is the daughter of Richard D. and Frances A. (Pinkus) Passler of Westborough. She attended Westborough schools, was a graduate of the...

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Hopkinton Today: Monday, Nov. 4

Hopkinton Today: Monday, Nov. 4

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. According to an email Friday from Superintendent Carol Cavanaugh, a “non-instructional staff member”...

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Wayne Merrifield, 72

Wayne Merrifield, 72

Wayne Wright Merrifield, 72, a lifelong resident of Hopkinton, passed away at his home surrounded by family on Oct. 28, 2024, after a brave battle with pancreatic cancer. Born in Framingham, he was the son of the late Doris (Wright) and Stuart H. Merrifield. A valued...

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Hopkinton Today: Friday, Nov. 1

Hopkinton Today: Friday, Nov. 1

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. In the latest Tales from a Townie, William T. Hamilton Jr. recounts a harrowing night at sea during...

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Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Edgar

Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Edgar

Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 6-month-old Edgar. Here is Baypath's description of Edgar: “Meet Edgar, an adorable puppy with a bright future ahead! This...

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Hopkinton Today: Thursday, Oct. 31

Hopkinton Today: Thursday, Oct. 31

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. Concerned with safety in the Hopkinton Public Schools, one parent is planning to submit an article...

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Arrests/Police Log, Oct. 30 edition

Arrests/Police Log, Oct. 30 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 October 22 6:35 a.m. A caller reported being stuck in an elevator on Hayden Rowe...

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Hopkinton Today: Wednesday, Oct. 30

Hopkinton Today: Wednesday, Oct. 30

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. The Climate Action & Building Workgroups of the Sustainable Green Committee on Monday night...

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Move In Style Athlete Spotlight: Owen Silva

Move In Style Athlete Spotlight: Owen Silva

Silva, the team’s starting goalkeeper, recorded 10 shutouts last year and has remained a shot-stopping presence in front of the net this fall. “Owen stands out for his diligence, positive attitude and constant striving to get better,” shared coach Garrett Sawyer. “He...

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Hopkinton Today: Tuesday, Oct. 29

Hopkinton Today: Tuesday, Oct. 29

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. The new executive director of The Communities at Golden Pond hopes to bring his decades of experience...

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Library Corner, Oct. 30 edition

Library Corner, Oct. 30 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, and on X,...

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Hopkinton Today: Monday, Oct. 28

Hopkinton Today: Monday, Oct. 28

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. According to a presentation given to the School Committee on Thursday, Hopkinton students maintained...

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Carol DeWaele, 92

Carol Ann DeWaele, 92, passed away peacefully on Oct. 21, 2024. Born in Holden, she was the daughter of Joseph and Kathryn (Sheehan) Buthray. A proud graduate of Holden High School, Carol was the valedictorian of the class of 1950 and received the History Medal for...

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Hopkinton Today: Friday, Oct. 25

Hopkinton Today: Friday, Oct. 25

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. The Trails Committee met Wednesday night to discuss the role of e-bikes on trails, its ongoing...

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Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Izzy

Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Izzy

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 Izzy. Here is Baypath's description of Izzy: “Spice up your fall season with Izzy! This fuzzy lady is soaking up...

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