The Hopkinton Center for the Arts has transitioned many classes to a virtual format, and discounted registration is open until May 10 for summer programs. “Art has a wonderfully unique way of enabling people to connect with and express their true feelings. This is...
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Business Profile: Crystal Pool & Spa a store that’s all about fun
When people imagine summer fun, they almost immediately picture children excitedly splashing around in water, be it the ocean or their backyard pool, getting great exercise and having a good time. Those who own a pool and need accessories, service or repairs, or those...
Local businesses affected by COVID-19 can apply for SBA loan
Many small businesses in Hopkinton — and around the nation — are struggling during the COVID-19 pandemic. In an effort to help, the Small Business Administration (SBA) is offering free webinars on the application process for the Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL)...
Summer Fun Business Profile: Plan now for ultimate fun experience with Parks & Rec programs
Fun. Stimulation. Skill building. Count on this and more with any of the innovative programming sponsored by Hopkinton Parks and Recreation. Check back frequently for additional offerings. New: Fun and exciting, ultimate Frisbee for boys and girls starts in April....
Summer Fun Business Profile: Education Station
Education Station excels at mindful learning Christine Chapman and Sims Yun are poised to have either onsite or online programs for youth this summer, depending on public health recommendations. “We are ready to offer online work this summer, if we need to,” stated...
Business Briefs: Joseph’s firm earns top honor from RE/MAX
At the RE/MAX International Convention in Las Vegas last month, Hopkinton’s Chuck Joseph and partners Bill Wright and Chris Arienti of RE/MAX Executive Realty were recognized with the 2019 Broker Owner of the Year Award for the United States. Joseph said he was...
Business Briefs: Richardson inducted into Worcester business hall
Richardson inducted into Worcester business hall Scott Richardson, president of Gorman Richardson Lewis Architects in Hopkinton, was inducted into the Worcester Business Journal Hall of Fame, which recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to the...
Cycling company raises interest but also concern
Cycling company looks to cut deal with town The 1854 Cycling Company plans to open a manufacturing facility at 80 South Street, and its owner appeared before the Select Board on Feb. 4 to share information about his company’s strategy of employing former convicts and...
Business Briefs: Country Farm to become liquor store
Country Farm to become liquor store The owners of the Country Farm convenience store at 3 Cedar St. (next to the Post Office) plan to change the business to a liquor store, and the Subway restaurant located inside will cease operation, a representative for the owners...
Business Profile: Hopkinton Verizon seeks to satisfy wireless needs
New management focuses on enhanced customer service. Owner Sanat Palia celebrates the fourth-year anniversary of his IM Wireless business at 89 W. Main St. with bold, new Verizon signage on the storefront and a new management team in place to meet all wireless needs....
Hopkinton native starts company that sells metal straws
Hopkinton native Kevin Windheuser hopes to stir up enthusiasm for a cleaner environment, one metal straw at a time. Windheuser and his girlfriend, Julia Piri, have created a business, UseMe LIFE, that sells metal straws to individuals and organizations. The...
Business Briefs: Baldiga, Fine named Super Lawyers
Baldiga, Fine named Super Lawyers Hopkinton residents Joseph Baldiga and David L. Fine were selected to the 2019 Massachusetts Super Lawyers list. Each year no more than 5 percent of the lawyers in the state are selected by the research team at Super Lawyers to...
Business Profile: Kings Corner Barbershop
Kings Corner a high-end barbershop for men, boys James Freedlander, owner and one of the founders of Kings Corner Barbershop at 28 Main St., wants his shops to reflect the same feeling of community he experienced as a youngster. “Life is so busy these days,”...
Business Profile: Artists find themselves at Hopkinton Center for the Arts
Center provides opportunities for growth, self-expression, enjoyment for all ages “You: Artists Depict Themselves” is the theme of the Hopkinton Center for the Arts’ current juried art exhibit (through Nov. 19) highlighting more than 40 visual artists. It reflects...
Business Profile: Dawn Fall Spa on Main
Just walking into Dawn Fall Spa on Main, clients are already smiling knowing full well they’ll be leaving feeling pampered, rejuvenated and happy. That’s because the highly skilled and welcoming professionals at the full-service Hopkinton spa are eager to indulge...
Business Briefs: Baypath gets boost from VCA hospitals donation
Baypath gets boost from VCA hospitals donation A recent fundraising campaign organized by VCA Animal Hospitals in Central Massachusetts and Boston raised more than $1,700 for Baypath Humane Society of Hopkinton, enabling Baypath to continue to provide medical care to...
Business Profile: Education Station
Education Station celebrates an empowered first year in Hopkinton It’s September, and although students are lamenting the end of summer, there’s a lot of excitement at Education Station in downtown Hopkinton as co-founders Christine Chapman and Sims Yun celebrate one...
Business Profile: Al’s Oil
By Nancy Brumback, Contributing Writer Al’s Oil is locally owned and family owned, supplying homeowners and commercial customers with fuel oil and personal service for over 60 years. Peter Ferraro, general manager of Al’s Oil, which is part of the Flynn Company and is...
Business Briefs: YMCA moves ahead with Ashland facility
YMCA moves ahead with Ashland facility The YMCA continued to push forward with plans to build a new facility in Ashland that will serve Hopkinton and Holliston as well. The location is 12.5 acres on the access road next to Ashland Middle School that leads to the...
Planning Board picks up Legacy Farms North school bus issue
While Legacy Farms continues to add homes and families, the main road through the north side of the development remains a private way and is scheduled to remain so until the development is closer to completion. As such, the town’s school buses will not drive on it, so...