The Hopkinton Independent presents “A Slice of Hopkinton” photo contest, sponsored by Bill’s Pizzeria. 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 will have...
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Arrests/Police Log, May 3 edition
POLICE LOG April 25 12:55 a.m. Officer Brennan Grimley made checks of Legacy Farms property. 8:22 a.m. Officer Brittany Firth reported a school bus struck a mailbox on Smith Road. Sergeant William Burchard responded to assist and reported minor damage to the mailbox....
Letter to the Editor: Stephenson for School Committee
Having myself been an educator for over 40 years, I recognize the dedication and commitment that Susan Stephenson will bring to the table as a School Committee member. Ms. Stephenson understands what it takes to teach through her own experience as an educator. Her...
Newspaper: May 3, 2023
Letter to the Editor: Maspenock residents grateful for support
We want to express our heartfelt appreciation to Hopkinton residents for the unwavering support and commitment you have shown to our community. With your help, we successfully defeated Marguerite Concrete’s proposal to rezone land at South Street and Hayward Street...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: John Jacob
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 1-year-old John Jacob. Here is Baypath's description of John Jacob: “We all know the famous song, ‘John Jacob Jingleheimer...
Hopkinton Today: Wednesday, May 3
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 Upper Charles Trail Committee was sent a strong message by Town Meeting on Tuesday,...
Senior Snippets, May 3 edition
The Hopkinton Senior Center is open Mondays through Thursdays from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. and Fridays from 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. For a more extensive listing of programs and services, including lunch program menus, as well as a newsletter, check hopkintonseniorcenter.com. Anyone...
Real Estate Transactions, May 3 edition
Letter to the Editor: Stephenson, Munroe for School Committee
Please join me and voting for both Susan Stephenson and Adam Munroe for School Committee this year. Their decades of experience in education will be assets to our School Committee. In addition, Susan was a facilitator with a teacher’s association, giving her mediation...
Hopkinton Today: Tuesday, May 2
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. Former Hopkinton Deputy Police Chief John “Jay” Porter, who was placed on administrative leave last...
Library Corner, May 3 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 Twitter,...
LNG emergency training exercise could lead to discolored water throughout town
The town's Water Department announced that residents could have discolored water following emergency training drills at the Eversource liquefied natural gas (LNG) facility on Thursday morning. "As part of those drills, the use of fire hydrants at high velocity and...
Hopkinton Today: Monday, May 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. Annual Town Meeting is tonight, starting at 7 p.m., at the Hopkinton Middle School auditorium, and...
Main Street Corridor Project update: Eastbound detour all week
As part of the Main Street Corridor Project this week, the eastbound detour from Pleasant Street to Maple Street to Grove Street will be used from Monday to Friday. The eastbound detour from Grove Street to Maple Street to Hayden Rowe Street may be used as needed. On...
Letter to the Editor: Resident opposes South Street rezoning
In response to a recent letter to the editor submitted by Peter Bemis, (“Resident withdraws South Street zoning petition,” April 21), I am writing for the opportunity to provide clarification. Mr. Bemis asserted that [representatives from Marguerite Concrete] “have...
Hopkinton Today: Friday, April 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. School Committee candidates Ashley Fogg and Susan Stephenson took center stage as two of the three...
Letter to the Editor: Open Space chair seeks support for land purchases
Dear Hopkintonians! By now hopefully we all know Annual Town Meeting begins Monday, May 1. I write asking your support for one or several articles (in some cases plans do fall through) regarding the purchase of various parcels around town. Norman Khumalo, Ken...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Scrabble
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 3-year-old Scrabble. Here is Baypath's description of Scrabble: "Scrabble is a fitting name for a boy who just loves to play!...
Hopkinton Today: Thursday, April 27
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 Conservation Commission at its meeting Tuesday night addressed concerns about the tree clearing...