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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. Trails Committee chair Peter LaGoy announced at Wednesday night’s meeting that the committee was...
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 Aspen. Here is Baypath's description of Aspen: "Aspen can't wait for spring! As soon as the snow melts, she's...
Hopkinton Senior Services, in collaboration with the University of Massachusetts Boston, is conducting a needs assessment to examine the lived experiences and anticipated needs of adults in the community. The organization is seeking residents 50 years or older who...
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 voted 6-0-1 at its meeting Tuesday to approve the use of two herbicides...
An exchange student from Italy, Brambati placed in every dual meet, then went on to win two events and place in a third at the Tri-Valley League Showcase. The senior qualified for three events at the Meet of Champions as well. “Alice integrated herself into the team...
ARRESTS None this week. [Editor's note: Hopkinton Independent policy for the arrests section is to remove the arrested individual's name after it has been posted for approximately one week.] POLICE LOG March 5 3:06 a.m. Officer Brennan Grimley came across multiple...
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 Permanent Building Committee reviewed two mixed-use development proposals for the Center School...
Hopkinton Public Schools spring concerts start this week. The Hopkinton High School orchestra, chorus and bands will perform Thursday, March 14, at 7 p.m. in the HHS auditorium. The community is welcome to attend, free of charge. The HHS Jazz Ensemble will perform at...
Barbara F. Wirzburger, 83, of Hopkinton passed away March 8. Born in Boston, she was the daughter of the late Elizabeth (Hennessey) and Michel E. Snyder. She was the beloved wife of the late Paul Wirzburger. Barbara was a devoted and loving mother, doting grandmother...
Kevork Haig Tevekelian of Hopkinton, formerly of North Chelmsford and Watertown, passed away peacefully on March 9 surrounded by family and friends. Kevork was born in Cambridge on Dec. 19, 1941, to Haig and Lucy (Tutunjian) Tevekelian. Along with younger brother...
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...
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 group of Hopkinton High School sophomores has made it their mission to spread awareness about the...
According to Forbes Magazine, in 2021 there were almost 700,000 divorces reported by 45 states. Divorce is thought of as an ending, but it’s also the beginning of a new life for all involved, so it’s crucial to wrap up loose ends and let everyone move on without being...
Geraldine E. Docherty, 88, of Upton passed away March 10. Born in Waltham, she was the daughter of the late Elvira (Graham) and Gerald Beaton. She was the wife of the late William J. Docherty. A 22-year resident of Upton, Geraldine had previously lived in Framingham...
Martha Lane Hughes Main, 81, of Narragansett, Rhode Island, died March 7 at her home following a courageous and hard-fought battle with renal cell carcinoma. Born on New Year’s Eve 1942, Martha was one of 10 children of the late Anna Jennie Sanders Hughes and Francis...
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 decided in an executive session meeting last Wednesday to suspend its investigation...
Sean Michael Sullivan passed away on March 8 after a courageous battle with glioblastoma. Born Oct. 3, 1964, to Margaret (Daigneault) Sullivan and the late William Sullivan, Sean led a life filled with laughter, love, vibrance and creativity. In 1992, Sean married his...
In the Hillers’ 71-58 state tournament loss to Middleborough last Saturday, Willadsen recorded 16 points, three assists, three steals and three rebounds. “Cooper had an outstanding tournament game, leading the team with 16 points, including three 3-pointers, while...
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. Three Hopkinton students are looking to make table tennis more of a mainstream sport among their...
