The annual HopSwap community tag sale was held on Saturday at Hopkinton Middle School. Proceeds from the event benefit the HPTO and the Hopkinton Moms Group.
Photos: HopSwap at Hopkinton Middle School
read more
Featured
Tales from a Townie: The porch rocker
I first became acquainted with the green rocker on my grandmother’s front porch at 33 Ash Street when I was about 3. I would stand there hoping someone would lift me up onto the chair, which they often did. I would rock as hard as I could. I was “king of the world.” I...
Business Briefs: Blackstone advisors honored again
Blackstone Valley Wealth Management advisors James Valis and Gregg Manis were recognized with the 2025 Five Star Wealth Manager Award. This award comes to the advisors for the 11th year in a row, since their opening of Blackstone Valley Wealth Management in 2013. This...
Professional Insights: Women caregivers face financial challenges
On March 8, we observed International Women’s Day. Although this event celebrates women’s achievements, it’s still true that women, especially caregivers, face significant financial hurdles. How can these challenges be met? To begin with, let’s look at some concerning...
BoMain Slice of Hopkinton photo contest winner, March 12 edition
The Hopkinton Independent presents “A Slice of Hopkinton” photo contest, sponsored by BoMain. Readers are encouraged to submit photos of people, places or things in Hopkinton. The Independent staff will select one winner for each issue. The winner will have their...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Orion
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 Orion. Here is Baypath's description of Orion: “Meet Orion! The smallest of his siblings, Orion may be little,...
Business Profile: For almost 60 years, Scott Septic has been solving septic, excavation problems
In 1968, Don Scott founded a family-owned, now Hopkinton-based company, Scott Septic, dedicated to solving customers’ septic and excavation problems. “We’ve been doing this a long time and we’re good at it,” said Rob Scott, who with his sister Stacey represent the...
Senior Snippets, March 12 edition
The Hopkinton Senior Center is open Mondays through Thursdays from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. and Fridays from 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. For a more extensive listing of programs and services, including lunch program menus, as well as a newsletter, check hopkintonseniorcenter.com. Anyone...
Library Corner, March 12 edition
For more information on any of the following programs or other activities at the library, visit hopkintonlibrary.org. Visit the library’s website calendar for event registration information. The library also can be found on Facebook, @hopkintonlibrary. CHILDREN’S...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Annabelle
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 6-month-old Annabelle. Here is Baypath's description of Annabelle: "Meet Annabelle! This young, energetic girl is ready to...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Tiny
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 5-year-old Tiny. Here is Baypath's description of Tiny: “Tiny might just be the perfect addition to your family! This...
BoMain Slice of Hopkinton photo contest winner, Feb. 26 edition
The Hopkinton Independent presents “A Slice of Hopkinton” photo contest, sponsored by BoMain. Readers are encouraged to submit photos of people, places or things in Hopkinton. The Independent staff will select one winner for each issue. The winner will have their...
Professional Insights: Advantages of using a buyer’s agent when purchasing a home
Recently perceived changes to the structure of real estate commissions haven’t really changed things much at all. This was noted in the Professional Insights article published in the Dec. 18, 2024, issue of the Hopkinton Independent. Many home buyers have long had the...
Cloutier explores growth, healing, icebergs on latest album
Not everyone finds the cold and dark comforting, but indie folk singer-songwriter Dan Cloutier takes it as an inspiration. “I’m always writing songs about cold places,” he said. “I’m kind of obsessed with weird, isolated places.” This affinity for the colder parts of...
Senior Snippets, Feb. 26 edition
The Hopkinton Senior Center is open Mondays through Thursdays from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. and Fridays from 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. For a more extensive listing of programs and services, including lunch program menus, as well as a newsletter, check hopkintonseniorcenter.com. Anyone...
Library Corner, Feb. 26 edition
For more information on any of the following programs or other activities at the library, visit hopkintonlibrary.org. Visit the library’s website calendar for event registration information. The library also can be found on Facebook, @hopkintonlibrary. SPECIAL EVENTS...
Business Profile: Cabinet Gallery builds cabinetry, relationships
Although the obvious aim of Cabinet Gallery is to create and install cabinetry in homes and businesses, the real goal of the local company is to build relationships with clients. “I am a relationship guy,” said David Landry, chief operating officer for the company...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Penny
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 12-year-old Penny. Here is Baypath's description of Penny: "Meet Penny! "This sweet and easygoing senior is looking for a...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Timon
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 Timon. Here is Baypath's description of Timon: “Timon is a friendly and energetic young dog with a big heart and...
BoMain Slice of Hopkinton photo contest winner, Feb. 12 edition
The Hopkinton Independent presents “A Slice of Hopkinton” photo contest, sponsored by BoMain. Readers are encouraged to submit photos of people, places or things in Hopkinton. The Independent staff will select one winner for each issue. The winner will have their...
