Hopkinton Independent
Barbara Brennan, 85
Barbara A. Brennan (Smith), 85, of Hopkinton and formerly of New Bedford, Newton and Dartmouth, passed away Feb. 15 in Natick, in the loving care of Mary Ann Morse Health Care Center and Good Shepherd Hospice. She was the beloved wife of the late John J. Brennan...
Henry Allessio, 83
Henry “Hank” Peter Allessio, 83, of Hopkinton passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Feb. 16 after years of being affected by blood-related cancers. He was born in 1940 to Henry Paul and Adele Margaret (Pozzetta) Allessio in Pittsfield. It was in Pittsfield...
Hopkinton Today: Friday, Feb. 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. The Hopkinton Democratic Town Committee announced that it would cancel its caucus leading up to the...
Move In Style Athlete Spotlight: Andy Li
After a strong freshman season, Li continued his solid performances this year in the butterfly, breaststroke and freestyle events. HHS coach Blake Briner calls Li “one of the calmest, hard-working swimmers I have ever seen. He never misses a time or ever complains,...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Maggie
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 Maggie. Here is Baypath's description of Maggie: "Meet Maggie! This lovely sweetheart is eager to steal your...
Hopkinton Today: Thursday, Feb. 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 Select Board at its remote meeting Tuesday night heard from advocates seeking a car parade for...
Arrests/Police Log, Feb. 14 edition
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 February 6 12:13 a.m. Officer Tyler Staback made checks of the...
Hopkinton Today: Wednesday, Feb. 14
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 Northwestern District Attorney’s Office is reviewing the release last month of an insufficiently...
Hopkinton Today: Tuesday, Feb. 13
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. As a snowstorm headed for Hopkinton, Superintendent Carol Cavanaugh announced early Monday evening...
Real Estate Transactions, Feb. 12 edition
Hopkinton Today: Monday, Feb. 12
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 Hopkinton Chinese American Association held its Lunar New Year celebration Saturday at Hopkinton...
Schools Notebook: Local collegians recognized
A number of Hopkinton residents earned spots on the fall dean’s list at the University of Rhode Island. Those recognized include Delaney Augsburg, Quentin Barnes, Trinity Birtwistle, Sydney Capello, Lauren Nordling, Lily Pete, Emerie Peterson, Eliza Worrell and Josie...
Photos: HCAA Lunar New Year celebration
The Hopkinton Chinese American Association held its Lunar New Year celebration on Saturday at Hopkinton High School.
Professional Insights: Home selling 101
We all hear about homes selling so quickly because there is no inventory, but we may not realize all the prep work that goes into getting those homes ready. Real estate agents often are called in months in advance of selling a home, as people want to plan ahead and...
Letter to the Editor: Input sought for community health survey
I am writing to inform residents of a recent initiative from our Health Department. The community health survey reflects a proactive approach to understanding the health needs of our community and is a crucial step toward fostering a healthier and more informed...
Hopkinton Today: Friday, Feb. 9
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 on Thursday voted to fire Sgt. Tim Brennan from the Hopkinton Police Department,...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Curly
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 3-year-old Curly. Here is Baypath's description of Curly: “Meet Curly! This handsome boy is looking for a home where he can...
Hopkinton Today: Thursday, Feb. 8
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. Plans to drill a test well for the Elmwood School replacement project were derailed when weather...
Jesha John, 43
Jesha Rebecca John, 43, departed on Feb. 4 peacefully from her home in Hopkinton to be with her heavenly father after a 3 1/2-year-long battle with cancer, surrounded by her husband (Roshan John), children (Ethan and Ryan), parents, in-laws, brother, brother and...
