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Hopkinton Today: Monday, Oct. 7

Hopkinton Today: Monday, Oct. 7

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 Public Schools Superintendent Carol Cavanaugh announced Friday that residential use of...

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Hopkinton Today: Friday, Oct. 4

Hopkinton Today: Friday, Oct. 4

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 had an impressive showing at the local, state and national level in the 2025 Niche Best...

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Baypath moves forward with plans for new shelter

Baypath moves forward with plans for new shelter

Baypath Humane Society is one step closer in its mission to provide greater animal care services throughout the MetroWest area. The organization announced it has entered a public funding phase for its proposed facility at 66 Fruit Street. It has raised $4 million and...

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Hopkinton Today: Thursday, Oct. 3

Hopkinton Today: Thursday, Oct. 3

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 Tuesday emphasized the need for level-service funding and building town...

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Hopkinton Today: Wednesday, Oct. 2

Hopkinton Today: Wednesday, Oct. 2

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 principal of Hopkinton High School announced Tuesday morning that the school was ordered to...

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Hopkinton Today: Tuesday, Oct. 1

Hopkinton Today: Tuesday, Oct. 1

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 Senior Center on Sept. 18 hosted a presentation of a community needs assessment showing...

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Hopkinton Today: Monday, Sept. 30

Hopkinton Today: Monday, Sept. 30

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 looked at the fiscal year 2026 capital plan, approved builder’s risk insurance...

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Hopkinton Today: Friday, Sept. 27

Hopkinton Today: Friday, Sept. 27

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 Trails Committee on Thursday approved 4-0 to request Community Preservation Committee funds for a...

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Hopkinton Today: Thursday, Sept. 26

Hopkinton Today: Thursday, Sept. 26

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 Conservation Commission at its meeting Tuesday night objected to a reference to “full clearing...

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Hopkinton Today: Wednesday, Sept. 25

Hopkinton Today: Wednesday, Sept. 25

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 Planning Board met for less than a half-hour Monday night due to several applicants requesting...

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Hopkinton Today: Tuesday, Sept. 24

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...

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Hopkinton Today: Monday, Sept. 23

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...

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Hopkinton Today: Friday, Sept. 20

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...

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