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Whether you’re buying or refinancing your home, getting a home appraisal is crucial for securing a mortgage or determining the fair market value when buying or selling a property. Real estate agents are not licensed appraisers. They can provide a comparative market...
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, and on Twitter,...
“Never stop improving and innovating” is the motto of All Times Construction, a local business with a lofty goal of providing top-quality construction services to homes and businesses. The company specializes in projects including additions, kitchen and bathroom...
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 1-year-old Pumpkin. Here is Baypath's description of Pumpkin: "Think spring, think Pumpkin! This 1-year-old is turning the...
The Friends of Hopkinton's annual Family Fling was held Saturday at Hopkinton Middle School, moved from the Town Common due to rain.
As spring and summer approach, you may think about getting rid of old items that have made walking through your basement difficult or finding things in your attic impossible. Or maybe you may want to give your home an uncluttered look in advance of a real estate open...
James Burton, owner of Century 21 Marathon Real Estate in Hopkinton, is familiar with transition. Growth is a lifestyle for Burton, who has seen many evolutions in his career. He graduated from the University of New Hampshire with a bachelor’s in history and taught...
Spring is almost here, which means it’s time for some spring cleaning. This year, in addition to tidying your home and surroundings, you might want to consider sprucing up your financial environment as well. Here are some suggestions for doing just that: • Improve...
The Hopkinton Independent presents “A Slice of Hopkinton” photo contest, sponsored by Bill’s Pizzeria. 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...
A Boston Marathon detail assignment six years ago for Hopkinton Fire Department Lt. John Krauss connected him with the Michael Lisnow Respite Center, forging a bond that inspired him and his wife to run the Boston Marathon in support of the center's clients. Krauss,...
Earlier this month, we learned of the plans for the building that previously housed Hopkinton Drug — a mixed-use development including retail and residential units. And proposals have emerged for the redevelopment of the Center School property. While we wait to see...
Children attending summer camp at the MetroWest YMCA Outdoor Center are always excited by the wide selection of programs and the facility. Over nine weeks, those enrolled in traditional camp can try archery, improve swimming skills, tackle the rope course and play...
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 8-year-old Tootsie. Here is Baypath's description of Tootsie: “Introducing our newest senior, little Tootsie! This little...
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...
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, and on Twitter,...
With more than 20 years of experience, Marcus Rose knows his business: keeping structures dry. The owner of Effective Waterproofing Inc. began learning his trade by working for a company out of Framingham for seven years and doing side jobs until deciding to open his...
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 4-year-old Aspen. Here is Baypath's description of Aspen: "Aspen can't wait for spring! As soon as the snow melts, she's...
The Hopkinton Independent presents “A Slice of Hopkinton” photo contest, sponsored by Bill’s Pizzeria. 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...
“We’re way more than just a septic company,” says Rob Scott of Scott Septic. “We’re known for septic, but we do a lot of other things as well.” Hopkinton residents have been turning to Scott Septic since Don Scott founded the company in 1968. Besides handling...
According to Forbes Magazine, in 2021 there were almost 700,000 divorces reported by 45 states. Divorce is thought of as an ending, but it’s also the beginning of a new life for all involved, so it’s crucial to wrap up loose ends and let everyone move on without being...
