Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 1-year-old Pumpkin. Here is Baypath's description of Pumpkin: "Think spring, think Pumpkin! This 1-year-old is turning the...
The Hopkinton Independent report “Select Board hears reasoning behind using herbicides to control Lake Maspenock weeds” fails to mention the Hopkinton Sustainable Green Committee's representatives testimonies opposing the unsustainable, ecologically harmful use of...
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. Former Select Board chair Brian Herr recently made the decision to return to politics, announcing his...
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 19 1:28 a.m. Officer Tyler Staback made checks of Sandy...
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. Elementary school students returning home from school on the afternoon of March 20 reportedly were...
Mato burst onto the scene with consistent finishes in the top of the Central Massachusetts Conference Ski League, earning team MVP honors along with an invitation to the state championship meet. Her ninth-place league ranking “is a huge accomplishment for any athlete,...
The Tri-Valley League recently announced its winter season All-Stars, and Hopkinton High School was well-represented. In girls swimming, Eve Weatherhead was named Diver of the Year, while Olivia Scalora was selected as an All-Star. In boys swimming, Caleb Burke and...
Recently, the Conservation Commission approved the use of diquat and endothall in Lake Maspenock this spring as recommended by the Lake Maspenock Weed Management & Control Advisory Group. The Sustainable Green Committee has always opposed this use (see Page 59 of...
Marilyn S. Moore, 96, of Milford passed away March 19. Born in Lynn, she was the daughter of the late Jesse (Slade) and Harold Soper from Bonavista, Newfoundland. Marilyn worked as a nurse’s aide for many years and enjoyed taking care of her patients. After retiring...
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 Department of Public Works is working on the second phase of a hydrant flushing project designed...
The four seasons of the Center School land: Spring — We hear the sounds of birds announcing the end of winter as they forage for insects and seeds and build nests. Among them are cardinals, woodpeckers, bluebirds, robins, etc. Salamanders have been spotted emerging...
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 School Committee on Thursday reached a consensus to narrow down its name choices for the new...
The Friends of Hopkinton's annual Family Fling was held Saturday at Hopkinton Middle School, moved from the Town Common due to rain.
Hopkinton's Department of Public Works announced that work will begin on the Fruit Street bridge over the MBTA tracks/Sudbury River on Monday (March 25), according to information from the Massachusetts Department of Transportation. Work is scheduled daily from 7...
As spring and summer approach, you may think about getting rid of old items that have made walking through your basement difficult or finding things in your attic impossible. Or maybe you may want to give your home an uncluttered look in advance of a real estate open...
Spring is almost here, which means it’s time for some spring cleaning. This year, in addition to tidying your home and surroundings, you might want to consider sprucing up your financial environment as well. Here are some suggestions for doing just that: • Improve...
Anne Marie “Isabelle” Pettepit, 88, of Hopkinton passed away March 19. Born in Notre Dame, Quebec, Canada, she was the daughter of the late Celina (Poirer) and Joseph Delaney. She was the wife of 43 years to the late Francis D. Pettepit. Isabelle was an independent...
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 met Wednesday night for the first time in nine months at the...
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 Boston Marathon detail assignment six years ago for Hopkinton Fire Department Lt. John Krauss...
