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Parks & Rec delays sponsorship of Horribles Parade pending Select Board approval
The Parks & Recreation Commission on Thursday directed the Hopkinton Republican Town Committee to seek approval for this year’s July 4 Horribles Parade from the Select Board before Parks & Rec would consider sponsoring the event. “If the Select Board … think...
Parks & Rec defers to Select Board on plaque honoring local slaves
A final location for a plaque honoring slaves who lived in Hopkinton remains unknown after the Parks & Recreation Commission on Thursday deferred the issue to the Select Board. Members of the Hopkinton Historical Society, including president John Palmer, vice...
Flow tests next week could cause water discoloration
The Water-Sewer Department is advising residents to be aware of potential water discoloration following two required flow tests early next week. At 10 a.m. on Monday, crews will be conducting a fire pump test on South Street. The test is expected to last about 15...
Trails Committee makes headway on project plans
https://www.youtube.com/live/SOTPtSRtU7I The Trails Committee discussed progress made on several projects at its meeting Wednesday night, including trail development and public outreach efforts. Chair Peter LaGoy said he has been working with Chuck Dauchy, the...
HFD responds to wall section collapse at Hopkins School
The Hopkinton Fire Department and Hopkinton Police Department jointly responded to a scaffolding collapse Wednesday morning that caused a portion of a new wall to fall at the site of the Hopkins Elementary School extension project, according to the town's fire chief....
Conservation Commission blasts Newbury Glen developer for another stormwater violation
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vyZTx46EWyw&ab_channel=HCAM Conservation Commission members at Tuesday's meeting expressed frustration with Toll Brothers, the developer of Newbury Glen, for repeated stormwater violations on this project as well as with the...
Select Board receives good news regarding balanced FY 26 comprehensive budget
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q04R0I_54aY&ab_channel=HCAM The Select Board on Tuesday learned that the outlook for the fiscal year 2026 budget appears to be brighter than previously anticipated, thanks to cuts in requests by town departments and more state aid....
Water discoloration possible after water main break, upcoming hydrant test
The Water-Sewer Department is advising residents to be aware of potential water discoloration following a water main break Tuesday morning and an upcoming hydrant flow test on Thursday. Water-Sewer manager Eric Carty, in a notice to residents, stated that crews from...
Planning Board unanimously votes down amended subdivision plan for Benson Road
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fKIEYO8rMFQ&ab_channel=HCAM The Planning Board on Monday unanimously voted not to approve a proposed amended definitive subdivision plan for 0 Benson Road after receiving input from town counsel. This situation called into question...
Real Estate Transactions, March 10 edition
HPD: 2-vehicle crash results in personal injuries
Two vehicles crashed on Chestnut Street Monday morning, damaging a pole and injuring a Hyde Park man, according to a Hopkinton Police Department press release. Fernando Carrion, 32, of Hyde Park, was transported by ambulance to the University of Massachusetts Medical...
Amid gusting winds, tree falls on Woodville church
A tree that fell likely due to high winds ripped open the roof of a church in Woodville on Friday, causing extensive damage but resulting in no injuries. Around 11:30 a.m. on Friday, Gethin Coolbaugh, co-founder and co-director of The Sanctuary at Woodville, was...
OSPC gets update on Frankland Road open space parcel from solar rep
The Open Space Preservation Commission at its meeting Thursday night received an update from an Agilitas representative about the status of a parcel on Frankland Road that the solar development firm intends to donate to the town. Matt Accardi, a project developer at...
Main Street Corridor Project update: Eastbound detour Friday
To accommodate electrical work as part of the Main Street Corridor Project, the town is implementing an eastbound detour on Main Street this Friday, starting at 9 a.m. Electrical work is scheduled near 77 Main Street from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. A detour is necessary to allow...
Select Board approves Boston Marathon permit, gets positive FY 24 audit review
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LENDK_o9uMA&ab_channel=HCAM The Select Board on Tuesday night approved the Boston Athletic Association’s request for a parade permit for the 129th Boston Marathon, which will be held on April 21. This request marks a historic year...
Budget requests take center stage at Select Board meeting
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LENDK_o9uMA&ab_channel=HCAM The Select Board heard the fiscal year 2026 budget requests from several town departments Tuesday night, and emphasis was placed on providing level service and asking for only the most urgently needed...
Real Estate Transactions, March 3 edition
Select Board vice chair LaFreniere scheduled to appear in court March 26 on DUI charge
Select Board vice chair Mary Jo LaFreniere is scheduled to appear in Framingham District Court on March 26 on a charge of driving under the influence, according to a Middlesex County District Attorney’s Office spokesperson. Spokesperson Sarah Lamson confirmed the...
Water discoloration expected after water main break on Downey Street
Water-Sewer manager Eric Carty announced a water main break on Downey Street that occurred Sunday is affecting water quality in the area. According to Carty's notice, "there may be discoloration on and off for several days in the surrounding area." Crews are unable to...
