Srodawa won the first dual meet of the season, pulling away from Norwood’s top runner over the last half of the race. “Elyse works extremely hard, logging many miles on her own during the summer, and that sets her up for a strong cross country season,” coach Jean Cann...
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Hopkinton Today: Tuesday, Sept. 24
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 report to the Hopkinton Police Department on suspicious activity by people allegedly encamped near...
Letter to the Editor: South/Hayward rezoning goes against residents’ will
I have closely followed the ongoing debate surrounding the rezoning proposal to convert the corner of South Street and Hayward Street from residential to commercial. This issue has surfaced repeatedly, and each time, the residents have overwhelmingly voted it down...
Letter to the Editor: Town must balance character, finances
Every time a potential zoning change comes before the town, I see a letter or two accusing town officials of “catering to developers” and “destroying the character of our town.” Our town does have an idyllic rural character that we would like to preserve. Our town’s...
Real Estate Transactions, Sept. 23 edition
Business Profile: Financial advisor Mark Freeman reaches out to businesses to grow his business
Adding more staff, new services and additional clients, financial adviser Mark Freeman has one of the fastest-growing MetroWest Edward Jones branches. “We have strong growth here,” Freeman said, referring to his Hopkinton office at 77 West Main Street, “both with...
Hopkinton Today: Monday, Sept. 23
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 Commission on Disability at its meeting Thursday night discussed a public awareness campaign with...
Letter to the Editor: No gas station in area zoned agricultural
We are writing in opposition to the 290 West Main Street project, which proposes a gas station at the intersection of West Main Street and School Street. The character of our neighborhood is at stake as well as the character of the town! Consistent with the...
Letter to the Editor: Town committees shouldn’t cater to developers
Since 1965, the zoning at Main Street and School Street as well as Hayward and South Street has remained unchanged, preserving the character of these areas. Yet, recent actions by the Board of Appeals and the Zoning Advisory Committee suggest that they cater to...
Letter to the Editor: South Street rezoning brings traffic concerns
At the Aug. 26 Zoning Advisory Committee meeting, the proposed Marguerite Concrete building was re-examined. ZAC voted yes (despite a unanimous no vote at the May 2023 Town Meeting), recommending that the Planning Board consider rezoning the property from residential...
Hopkinton Today: Friday, Sept. 20
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 latest Independent Thoughts highlights the work of Hopkinton Senior and Disabled Tax Relief...
Newspaper: Sept. 18, 2024
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Maddie
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is Maddie. Here is Baypath's description of Maddie: “Meet Maddie, a sweet and affectionate girl ready to meet her new family!...
Business Profile: Condominium community offers modern amenities, easy upkeep
A new, detached, single-family home with all the modern amenities in a wooded New England setting. And perhaps best of all, maintenance free. That’s what Cobblers Creek, a 55-plus community in Upton, provides. The benefits of ownership and privacy are ideal for anyone...
BoMain Slice of Hopkinton photo contest winner, Sept. 18 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: Thursday, Sept. 19
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 voted to disband the Upper Charles Trail Committee,...
Arrests/Police Log, Sept. 18 edition
ARRESTS [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 September 10 12:42 a.m. Officer Kyle Quinzani checked on a motor vehicle...
Hopkinton Today: Wednesday, Sept. 18
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 town announced Tuesday that it has declared a mandatory state of water supply conservation for...
Senior Snippets, Sept. 18 edition
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...
Leif Robinson, 59
Leif James Robinson Jr., 59, of Hopkinton passed away at Milford Regional Hospital on Sept. 8, 2024. Born in Cambridge and raised in Wellesley, he was the son of the late Caroline (Nason) and Leif James Robinson. He was the husband of 23 years to Cheryl (Hopkins)...