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 Upper Charles Trail Committee at its meeting Wednesday night took another look at its...
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Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Pepsi
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is Pepsi. Here is Baypath's description of 1-year-old Pepsi: “Springtime is Pepsi time! Well, actually, all the time is Pepsi...
Professional Insights: Veterans loans can make home ownership achievable
Home loan interest rates now average around 6.25 percent — making home financing prohibitively expensive for many aspiring homeowners. If you’re a veteran or current service member, or eligible surviving spouse, it’s a good time to see if you qualify to take advantage...
Photo contest winner, May 17 edition
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...
Hopkinton Today: Thursday, May 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. Town Manager Norman Khumalo hosted a 90-minute public forum on Tuesday night to receive public input...
Arrests/Police Log, May 17 edition
ARRESTS May 9 5:36 p.m. A caller reported a female in the driver seat possibly passed out and the passenger acting suspiciously in a vehicle on West Main Street. Officers Matthew LaTour and Cody Normandin responded and arrested a 37-year-old from Leominster on a...
Hopkinton Today: Wednesday, May 17
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. Hopkinton High School senior Ryan Hwang does not remember a time when music was not part of his life....
Town hosts municipal property master planning public forum May 24
The town will host a public forum on Wednesday, May 24, at 6:30 p.m. at the Senior Center (25 Mayhew Street) to seek input on municipal property master planning. Residents are invited to provide opinions on how properties such as Fruit Street, the former Center School...
Senior Snippets, May 17 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...
Real Estate Transactions, May 17 edition
Water Department: Dirty water issues across town
The Water Department announced Tuesday morning that due to multiple brush fires, road reconstruction and unauthorized contractor hydrant use, many areas of town are experiencing dirty water. Crews were to flush hydrants in the affected areas. On Monday, the Fire...
Hopkinton Today: Tuesday, May 16
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. Hopkinton voters chose Adam Munroe and Susan Stephenson to fill the two vacant spots on the School...
Business Briefs: Milford Regional recognizes Cole for volunteerism
During April’s National Volunteer Week, Milford Regional Medical Center bestowed the Presidential Service Award to five of its volunteers — including Hopkinton’s Bob Cole — to recognize the significant number of hours they have volunteered at the hospital. The...
Library Corner, May 17 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. Many programs require registration. The library also can be found on...
Local student musicians earn awards at MICCA festivals
The Hopkinton Public Schools Music Department has had a very busy month. On May 6, 23 students from Hopkinton Middle School and Hopkinton High School participated in the Massachusetts Instrumental and Choral Conductors Association (MICCA) Solo and Ensemble Festival...
Newspaper: May 17, 2023
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Hopkinton Today: Monday, May 15
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 Annual Town Election is today from 7 a.m.-8 p.m. at Hopkinton Middle School's Brown Gym. We have...
Schools Notebook: HHS Pops Concert May 21
The Hopkinton High School Pops Concert will be held Sunday, May 21, at 3 p.m. at the HHS Athletic Center. The event will include performances from Noteworthy, the HHS Chorus, Jazz Lab, Jazz Ensemble, Orchestra and Concert Band. Tickets are $5 per person, with a cap of...
HHS teams shine at BPA National Leadership Conference
Hopkinton High School students Veer Bhatia, Pranamya Keshkamat, Ashwath Sridhar and Shaurya Patni took first place in the Business Professionals of America National Leadership Conference competition last month in Anaheim, California. The HHS students competed in the...
Annual Town Election: Meet candidates for town positions
Annual Town Election is scheduled for Monday, May 15, from 7 a.m.-8 p.m. at Hopkinton Middle School's Brown Gym. The Hopkinton Independent invited all candidates to answer some basic questions about their background and provide a general statement. We present them...