John Whalen was born in Waltham as the oldest child of Doris and John Whalen II, and soon became the big brother to Judy and Jimmy. While attending Waltham High School, he met the love of his life, Frances “Frani” Dunn. They were married shortly after John’s...
Wayne Mezitt, 81, of Hopkinton passed away peacefully on July 18, 2024, after a brief illness and surrounded by his family. Born in Boston, he was the son of the late Wally “Vallya” (Bralit) and Edmund V. Mezitt. He was the husband of 59 years to Elizabeth (Pickering)...
Roberta E. Schwartz, 84, of Londonderry Vermont, passed away peacefully on July 11 at Golden Pond Assisted Living in Hopkinton. Born in Landsdale, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of the late Esther (Courter) and Robert E. Schaedler. She was the beloved wife of 65...
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 at its meeting Wednesday night examined its vision for the future and what its...
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 4-year-old Oreo. Here is Baypath's description of 4-year-old Oreo: “Meet Oreo! Milk’s favorite cookie and your new favorite...
If you’ve retired, you may have thought you closed the book on one chapter of your life. But what happens if you need to “reverse” your retirement? Due to higher inflation and rising interest rates, many retirees are taking out more money from their retirement...
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 Select Board at its meeting Tuesday night learned about the potential benefits of a municipal...
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...
ARRESTS July 12 12:24 a.m. A caller reported an erratic operator swerving and almost hitting a curb on Main Street. Officers Nicholas Saletnik and Nicholas Walker responded, and Officer Brian Ziniti brought a portable breath test. A 39-year-old resident of South Mill...
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. A car crashed along Interstate 495 northbound at Exit 58 Tuesday afternoon, striking a tree and...
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...
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 Independent Thoughts, a brother-and-sister duo will lead a project to plant pollinator...
Ralph William Steurer, 90, husband of the late Carol Brann Steurer, passed away peacefully on July 15. Born on July 17, 1933, in New York City, he was the son of the late Alberta Knower (Muhlhan) and Ralph Emerson Steurer. Ralph is survived by his son, John E Steurer...
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,...
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. Following a 5-4 joint vote by the Select Board and School Committee on Thursday, Kyla McSweeney was...
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. During the month of July, brothers Evan and Owen Fitzpatrick have organized the inaugural Hopkinton...
Two years ago, the Town of Hopkinton rallied around the Fitzpatrick family as Carolyn battled and beat stage 4 cancer. Now, brothers Evan, 17, and Owen, 19, Carolyn’s sons, are giving back to everyone who supported them through a mutual passion. During the month of...
Roland Joseph Bachman (Joe), a resident of Massachusetts since 1984, died peacefully on July 6 at Hope Health Hospice in Providence, Rhode Island. Joe was born in Metamora (Peoria) Illinois to Elton Bachman and Eleanor (Nauman) Bachman. Joe graduated from Metamora...
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 American Ryder Cup team surprised much of the golf world when it selected PGA Tour standout...
