Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is Beansprout. Here is Baypath's description of Beansprout: “Beansprout is an adorable little pup with a sweet personality that...
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. Advocates demand public hearings related to Sismanis case Individuals representing a coalition of...
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...
ARRESTS April 5 12:55 a.m. A Woodview Way resident reported two men were attempting to get into the apartment next door. Sgt. Cody Normandin and Officer Aline Matos responded and subsequently arrested a 37-year-old from Fiske Street in Holliston and charged him with...
Charusmitha Ram practices multiple art forms and has a particular love for ceramics. Currently she focuses on printmaking and teaches classes at the Hopkinton Center for the Arts. Her love of art grew during her school days in India. “I participated in many...
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. Kids get opportunity to run across start line before marathon Children will have the chance to dash...
Service and hospitality always are the main focus at the Hopkinton Rapscallion Kitchen & Bar, shared Peter Daniel, who, along with his twin, Cedric, is the co-owner of the microbrewery and restaurant. Hopkinton is the sixth location of the family-owned business....
The indoor team’s Unsung Hero winner, Walker won the long jump at the league meet, medaled in three events to help the Hillers win the Division 2 State Relays, and placed in the long jump at the D2 State Championship. She also ran on an All-American shuttle hurdles...
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. Clark: Loop Road capital expense not going before residents 'doesn't feel right' The Select Board has...
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. ALL AGES...
Staging matters when appealing to buyers. A thoughtfully staged interior has proven to increase sale price as well as expand the buyer pool. And one of the quickest ways to set the stage is with color. A change of color can update and refresh living spaces, kitchens...
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. Enforcement, education key in HPD's grant-funded distracted driving initiative The Hopkinton Police...
Marybeth E. (McGoldrick) Walker died March 26, 2026, in Bolivia, North Carolina, after a hard-fought battle with pancreatic cancer. She was surrounded by her loving family peacefully at home. She was the daughter of Edmond A and Mary E. Dunai McGoldrick. She was born...
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. HHS to send 2 teams to world robotics competition Students on the Hopkinton High School robotics team...
James Glen Burke, 72, of Hopkinton passed away unexpectedly on March 18, 2026. Born in Framingham, he was the son of the late Marion (Davis) and Walter Burke. He was the husband of 25 years to Julie (Carlson) Burke of Hopkinton. Jim was a true outdoorsman who loved...
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 Owala. Here is Baypath's description of Owala: "Owala is a bright, affectionate dog who is ready to find a home of...
Young people leave summer camp with happy memories and newly honed skills. But at a time when kids are increasingly plugged into screens and facing rising levels of anxiety and isolation, MetroWest YMCA leaders say camp can offer something even more essential. This...
Rising prices may not dominate headlines the way they did a year or two ago, but if you’re retired, you’re probably still feeling them. Even when overall inflation cools, the costliest expenses — like health care, utilities, insurance and property taxes — tend to rise...
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. Reuse day benefits nonprofits, keeps waste from landfills Diversion is the name of the game for the...
