Christine “Chrissy" O’Horo passed away peacefully on Nov. 10 at the age of 59 after an extended illness. Chrissy was born on Oct. 11, 1964, to Stephen Joseph O’Horo Jr. and Jeanne (McGowan) O’Horo in Fitchburg. She graduated from the Boston School for the Deaf in 1981...
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Fuel assistance available for residents via SMOC program
Applications are being accepted for the home heating fuel assistance program through South Middlesex Opportunity Council (SMOC). The program runs from Nov. 1 to April 30 and is available to all households in Hopkinton if the total household income falls within certain...
Hopkinton Today: Monday, Nov. 13
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. it was a big weekend for Hopkinton High School athletics, as the boys and girls soccer teams both...
Photos: Parks & Rec Skate/BMX Jam
Hopkinton Parks & Rec hosted its first Skate/BMX Jam on Sunday at the basketball courts outside Hopkinton Middle School.
HHS cross country teams qualify for state championship meet
The Hopkinton High School girls cross country team finished fourth at Saturday's Division 1 Central meet at a hilly Gardner Golf Course, led by a fifth-place finish from Elyse Srodawa. Also at Saturday's Division 1 Central meet, the HHS boys finished sixth. Ben Scott...
Professional Insights: Importance of Home Inspections
Home inspections are an invaluable part of the home-buying process when you’re making a decision on one of the biggest investments in your life. Your real estate agent can tell you things like how a house is priced in relation to “comps” (comparable properties)...
Letter to the Editor: New school a necessity
I had negative feelings about building a new school. Remember last winter, when Dr. Cavanaugh spent months poor-mouthing over the tax burden related to keeping a few therapists in our schools? Therapists who service our most vulnerable children. My child being one of...
Robert Kenney, 80, longtime resident owned Kenney’s Service Station
Robert J. “Bob” Kenney, 80, died Nov. 7 at MetroWest Medical Center after a brief illness. He was the husband of Mary Ellen (O’Toole) Kenney, to whom he was married for 57 years. Born in Framingham, he was the son of the late Paul and M. Virginia (Murtaugh) Kenney....
Daniel Pittman, 90
Daniel Harlow Pittman, 90, of Hopkinton passed away Nov. 5. Born in Cookstown, New Jersey, he was the son of the late Amos and Susie (Green) Pittman. He was married for 30 years to Evelyn (Brewster) Pittman, who passed in 2016. In his early years, Dan was an excellent...
Letter to the Editor: Town should consider alternatives for Elmwood replacement
To the town: A long-lasting impact both financial and operational is at hand. Please become informed and please vote at Town Meeting on Monday. There is no doubt a need for upgrade to the current Elmwood School building. It has served the town well in many ways. I...
HHS soccer tournament update: Girls host Franklin Saturday afternoon, boys travel to Bedford
Coming off exciting wins Wednesday, the Hopkinton High School boys and girls soccer teams will face big tests Saturday in the quarterfinals of their state tournaments. The girls (19-0-1), seeded third in Division 1, will host Franklin on Saturday at 3 p.m. Franklin...
Letter to the Editor: New school right decision for town’s future
I write in favor of the Elmwood School project. Having served on the previous school project committee where the town overwhelmingly voted in support of Hopkinton’s youngest learners, I understand the nuances of these building projects and why it is important to...
Andre Navez, 89
André J. Navez, 89, of Hopkinton died Nov. 7 at his home. He is survived by his beloved wife, Christine R. Whittaker, who was a British civil servant and became a lawyer and Episcopal priest after emigrating to the United States. His first wife, Judith L....
Hopkinton Today: Friday, Nov. 10
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. Leading off this week's Independent Thoughts, whichever way you fall on the proposed new elementary...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Millie
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 10-month-old Millie. Here is Baypath's description of Millie: “Millie is a lovely dog with a gentle, sweet and entertaining...
Hopkinton Today: Thursday, Nov. 9
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 Hopkinton Police Department arrested and charged a 28-year-old Hopkinton man riding a black...
Newspaper: Nov. 8, 2023
Mary Brown, 85
Mary H. Brown, 85, of Hopkinton passed away Nov. 6. Born in Owensboro, Kentucky, she was the daughter of the late Lillie (Wood) Henry. She was the wife of 61 years to the late George A. Brown. A beloved mother, grandmother and dear friend whose vibrant spirit touched...
Town’s winter parking pan goes into effect Nov. 15
The Department of Public Works issued a reminder about the winter parking ban that goes into effect Nov. 15 and runs until April 1. Vehicles cannot be parked on any street between 1-6 a.m., except for emergencies. Any vehicle interfering with the DPW’s snow and ice...
Arrests/Police Log, Nov. 8 edition
ARRESTS November 4 1:21 p.m. A 61-year-old Hopedale resident was arrested at Pinecrest Village and charged with marked lanes violation and OUI liquor. [Editor's note: Hopkinton Independent policy for the arrests section is to remove the arrested individual's name...