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. Parade organizers hope for large crowd to support HHS graduates Organizers of this year's Senior Car...
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. Town, Select Board ask for resident feedback on ATM experience In an effort to improve voter...
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 4-month-old Arny. Here is Baypath's description of Arny: "Meet handsome Arny, an adorable, happy-go-lucky puppy ready to find...
Maryalyce (Connelly) Straight, 74, died May 25, 2026 at Boston Medical Center in Brighton after a brief illness. She was the wife of Richard Straight, to whom she was married for 32 years. Born in Framingham, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Alice...
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. Volunteers, DCR coordinate on boat ramp monitoring program The Lake Maspenock Preservation...
ARRESTS May 23 1:48 a.m. Officers Robert Ekross and Aline Matos conducted a motor vehicle stop on Cedar Street and subsequently arrested a 54-year-old from Westborough, charging her with marked lanes violation and OUI liquor. 8:19 p.m. On South Street, Sgt. Shannon...
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. Whalen recognized at Military Appreciation Day Hopkinton resident and Marine Corps veteran Mike...
A three-year starter, Grady led the Hillers to a 12-6 record and the young program’s first tournament berth this spring, recording 177 kills (.427%) and 82 blocks with nine serving aces. “Liam has a competitive, hard-working mentality and makes a difference on the...
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. Students engage community on importance of pollinators with festival, variety show A group of...
If you’re a local business owner, a workplace retirement plan can be a powerful tool — helping you manage taxes, strengthen employee retention and build personal financial security. Many in your situation, however, assume retirement plans are complicated or only...
Dr. Brian Arthur Bidlingmeyer of Frazer, Pennsylvania, and a former Hopkinton resident, passed away April 1, 2026, at Paoli Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. A leading scientist in the field of separations, Brian made significant and lasting contributions,...
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. Memorial Day ceremonies start early Monday at Evergreen Cemetery UPDATE, MAY 25: Memorial Day events...
Edward L. Halloran, 81, of Hopkinton passed away at his home surrounded by his family on May 20, 2026. Born in Framingham, he was the son of the late Doris (Dexter) and Henry Halloran. Ed dedicated more than 30 years of his life working as a car assembler at General...
Ruth Esther (Mercer) Dusseault, 90, passed away peacefully at home on May 12, 2026, after a long illness, surrounded by her family. She was the loving wife of the late George “Bud” Dusseault Sr. Born April 10, 1936, in Framingham, she was the daughter of the late...
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 Shayla. Here is Baypath's description of Shayla: “Meet Shayla, a playful and affectionate young pup ready to find...
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. Pawtriots partnership highlights Baypath, encourages adoption Shelter dogs from Baypath Humane...
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 May 12 9:57 p.m. On Walcott Street, Officers Kyle Quinzani and Justin Cappuccio arrested a 19-year-old from Bishop Street in Framingham and charged him with speeding in violation of special regulation and operation of motor vehicle with license suspended for...
Beth Gismondi began studying art at an early age, later taking on art history as part of her undergraduate studies and earning a master’s in art education from Harvard. She also holds a certificate in children’s book illustration from the Rhode Island School of...