Irene F. Cook, 79, of Hopkinton passed away on Aug. 5, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with cancer and multiple sclerosis. Born in Cambridge, she was the daughter of the late Clement and Helen (Benedetto) DeLucia. Irene was the beloved wife of Michael Cook...
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. Police dog Kobe remains active in first 8 months of service with HPD Kobe, the Hopkinton Police...
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 9-month-old Quest. Here is Baypath's description of Quest: “Don’t let his short legs fool you ... Quest is always ready for...
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. Amorello conducted detour without proper notice, says town official An unannounced detour for work on...
Title insurance is designed to protect both homeowners and lenders if questions or legal challenges arise over a property’s ownership. While it’s one of the many documents signed during a real estate transaction, it can provide valuable protection long after closing....
ARRESTS Aug. 1 8:59 p.m. Units conducted a stop on Grove Street and arrested a 33-year-old resident of Framingham on charges of obstruction of justice, unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, refusal of a driver to identify themself and a motor vehicle lights...
Brad Walker found the theater after a football injury in high school. He went on to major in theater and history and later studied at the Globe Theatre Project in London. He became more involved in acting after moving to Hopkinton 26 years ago. His career highlights...
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. Couch to 5K provides training, support for new runners The Hopkinton Running Club will run its...
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. ADULT PROGRAMS...
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. Youth leadership seminar teaches HHS student value of diversity, action Rising Hopkinton High School...
Christopher R. Whalen, 59, of Marlborough and formerly Hopkinton, passed away suddenly on July 29, 2026, at UMass Memorial Medical Center in Worcester following a brief illness. Chris attended Hopkinton schools and was a passionate fan of New England sports and NASCAR...
Russell A. “Russ” Shine, 78, of Whitinsville passed away on July 28, 2026, at Harrington Hospital in Southbridge after a long illness. He is survived by his daughter, Anne-Marie Shine of Whitinsville and companion Dwayne of Douglas; his partner of 27 years, best...
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. Student advocates for women with nonprofit, TEDx talk Rising Hopkinton High School senior Yixuan Li...
Shout-out to the Hopkinton Fire Department! Smoke detector inspections are typically one of the last hurdles required before closing the sale of a house. My clients replaced the smoke detectors in their home in advance of the inspection with the wrong type of smoke...
Ollie Mae (Martin) Flannery, 93, of Hopkinton passed peacefully on July 29, 2026. Ollie Mae was born in Muskogee, Oklahoma, the daughter of Silas and Ollie Mae (Fanning) Martin. Yes, she was an Okie from Muskogee. Ollie was proud of her Oklahoma roots, and though she...
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. Select Board wants additional feedback on police chief search The Select Board has reopened a survey...
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 5-year-old Thor. Here is Baypath's description of Thor: “Meet Thor, a 5-year-old pup who's ready to become your new best...
Dorothy Eleanor Thomas, 98, of Hopkinton passed away July 23, 2026, at the age of 98. Dorothy was born Nov. 29, 1927, in Indianapolis and lived there most of her life, relocating to Massachusetts in 2019 to be near family. Dorothy was the sixth and youngest child of...
