Ronald Wat has a sage piece of advice for anyone thinking about running a marathon. “If you want to run a marathon, sign up early and you will run a marathon,” he said. Wat’s wisdom comes from years of running experience. Now 70 years old, the Chicago-based runner has...
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 2-year-old Frank. Here is Baypath's description of Frank: “This big, handsome shepherd mix is ready for a fresh start....
Tracey Stearns, a native of the Baltimore area, didn’t become an active runner until she was in her mid-30s. She is making up for lost time, running the Boston Marathon on behalf of the South Asian Circle of Hopkinton as part of her quest to complete the world’s seven...
What role did Hopkinton play in the early days of the American Revolution? An upcoming presentation sponsored by the Hopkinton Historical Society looks to answer that question. This May, Chuck Joseph will be giving a talk on the history of Hopkinton in the 1700s, with...
The Hopkinton Independent presents A Slice of Hopkinton photo contest, sponsored by BoMain pizza bar and grill. 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...
Alex Brito always has been a big supporter of veterans and the military, so he was excited to jump at the chance to run his first Boston Marathon in support of Hopkinton’s Veterans Celebration Committee. “I have a deep respect for military veterans,” Brito, 32, wrote...
Anyone in Metrowest, from kindergartners through senior citizens, can tap into their creative side this summer at the Hopkinton Center for the Arts. “The summer is a great time for youngsters or adults to try something new or immerse themselves in something they...
Anna Gammal, a longtime resident and owner of Body n’ Beyond Massage Therapy on South Street, recently was selected for induction into the Massage Therapy Hall of Fame. The ceremony will take place at the World Massage Festival in Las Vegas on July 29. “I am honored...
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...
The Hopkinton Center for the Arts and the 26.2 Foundation hosted their Stories and Songs event on Saturday. The event featured stories from marathon runners accompanied by music from the band Hot Acoustics.
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....
Cape Cod’s vacation rental market has grown more competitive, with rising guest expectations. Listing a home for summer no longer guarantees high bookings. To maximize revenue and occupancy, property owners must adapt. Implementing the strategies below will keep your...
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 3-year-old Bear. Here is Baypath's description of Bear: "Meet Bear, a special soul looking for his forever home! "Bear is a...
Retirement offers the perfect opportunity to explore new places, whether traveling solo, with a partner or with the family. With fewer time constraints, retirees can enjoy dream destinations offering relaxation, adventure and cultural enrichment. Here are some top...
The Hopkinton Special Olympics basketball program held its annual game against the Hopkinton Police Department at Hopkinton High School on Sunday.
The Friends of Hopkinton hosted its fourth annual Family Fling at Hopkinton Middle School on Saturday. The event included games, music, an animal presentation and more.
Thinking about selling and wondering what improvements will yield the biggest return on your investment? Let’s start with the entryway! Curb appeal is the first impression. With the snow gone, now is a great time to walk around the home and see how it faired over the...
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 7-year-old Allie. Here is Baypath's description of Allie: “Allie is a true ray of sunshine! At 7 years young, this sweet girl...
Taking the needs of her clients personally, Trina Macchi of The Macchi Group pledges home sellers the highest quality marketing and representation. “Most of my business comes from personal referrals,” said Macchi, a Hopkinton-based Realtor for 25 years. “I want happy...
Like a sturdy redwood tree, Hopkinton High School graduate Sean Sanford’s career in theater continues to reach new heights. Sanford has made his Broadway premiere as an associate scenic designer with the new musical “Redwood.” The musical, which stars Idina Menzel,...
