Hopkinton Independent
Professional Insights: Women caregivers face financial challenges
On March 8, we observed International Women’s Day. Although this event celebrates women’s achievements, it’s still true that women, especially caregivers, face significant financial hurdles. How can these challenges be met? To begin with, let’s look at some concerning...
Hopkinton Today for Monday, March 17: HPL to host informational discussion on Town Meeting
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 officials to participate in HPL program about fundamentals of Town Meeting Town Meeting is a...
Thomas Wallent, 87
Thomas S. Wallent, 87, of Southborough passed away March 13, 2025. Born in Brockton, he was the son of the late Amelia (Gaidis) and Simon Wallent. He was the beloved husband of 62 years to Patricia (Callinan) Wallent. Tom was honorably discharged at the rank of E-4...
James Daley, 84, longtime resident
Mr. James G. Daley Sr., 84, of Hopkinton died March 12, 2025, at Beaumont Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation in Westborough after a period of declining health. He was the beloved husband of Donna M. (Rand) Daley. Jim was born in Middletown, New York, the son of the...
BoMain Slice of Hopkinton photo contest winner, March 12 edition
The Hopkinton Independent presents “A Slice of Hopkinton” photo contest, sponsored by BoMain. 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 their...
Hopkinton Today for Friday, March 14: Health Department approved to hire per diem nurse
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 votes to approve job listing for temporary per diem nurse With a recent approval from...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Orion
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 7-month-old Orion. Here is Baypath's description of Orion: “Meet Orion! The smallest of his siblings, Orion may be little,...
Business Profile: For almost 60 years, Scott Septic has been solving septic, excavation problems
In 1968, Don Scott founded a family-owned, now Hopkinton-based company, Scott Septic, dedicated to solving customers’ septic and excavation problems. “We’ve been doing this a long time and we’re good at it,” said Rob Scott, who with his sister Stacey represent the...
Hopkinton Today for Thursday, March 13: 26.2 Foundation, HCA celebrate Boston Marathon with ‘extraordinary’ art events
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. 26.2 Foundation, HCA launch initiatives to celebrate 2025 Boston Marathon The 26.2 Foundation and the...
Newspaper: March 12, 2025
Kevin MacDonald, 55
Kevin John MacDonald, 55, of Hopkinton passed away from multiple medical complications following respiratory illness on March 9, 2025, at Milford Regional Hospital. Born in Newton, he was the son of John MacDonald of North Providence, Rhode Island, and the late Carol...
Arrests/Police Log, March 12 edition
ARRESTS March 10 8:43 p.m. A caller reported a female driver on Constitution Court was not making any sense and had a strong odor of alcohol on her. Sgt. Arthur Schofield and Officers Robert Ekross and Justin Cappuccio responded and subsequently arrested a 64-year-old...
Hopkinton Today for Wednesday, March 12: HCA to hold land acknowledgment ceremony with Nipmuc tribe
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. HCA invites Natick Nipmuc tribe, community to land acknowledgment ceremony The Hopkinton Center for...
Move In Style Athlete Spotlight: Owen Picard
Picard won the 50- and 100-yard freestyle events at the Tri-Valley League meet. He then finished 10th at sectionals and 16th at the state meet in the 50 free, and fifth at sectionals and 10th at states in the 100 free. He owns the second-fastest 50 free time and...
Hopkinton Today for Tuesday, March 11: Baypath surpasses $5M for new shelter
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. Baypath close to funding shelter, breaking ground Baypath Humane Society is $1.5 million away from...
Library Corner, March 12 edition
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. CHILDREN’S...
Real Estate Transactions, March 10 edition
Letter to the Editor: Young citizen leads way
I attended a town hall hosted by Rep. Jim McGovern in Holliston on Saturday (March 8). Rep. McGovern spent almost three hours answering questions from about 40 people, among them a Hopkinton mother who has already lost critical medical support for her child with a...
Hopkinton Today for Monday, March 10: Firefighters, police officers to face off in charity dodgeball tournament
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. Inaugural first responder dodgeball tournament to benefit Michael Lisnow Respite Center Firefighters...
