The annual Sharon Timlin Memorial Event was held Saturday at Hopkinton High School. The event included a 5K road race, kids color run and family fun day.
Photos: 2024 Sharon Timlin Memorial Event
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Inspired by family history, resident writes novel
Sal Tocco wasn’t a writer. “Outside of high school essays? Absolutely not!” he said with a laugh. “I was a business executive.” Originally from upstate New York, Tocco started his career as a CPA and then went into general management. He spent the next few decades in...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Winnie
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 Winnie. Here is Baypath's description of Winnie: “Are you looking for a big pup with an even bigger heart? Well,...
Independent Thoughts: Frederick Douglass event recognizes orator’s legacy
When Frederick Douglass spoke at Hayden Rowe Hall in Hopkinton on April 29, 1842, as part of a Massachusetts Antislavery Society event, the formerly enslaved man was just starting a career that would make him famous and take him around the world. Two centuries later,...
Slice of Hopkinton photo contest winner, June 12 edition
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...
Senior Snippets, June 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, June 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, and on Twitter,...
E-waste recycling at Farmers Market opening day Sunday
The Hopkinton Farmers Market opens for the season Sunday (June 9) at the Town Common. It runs Sundays from 1-5 p.m. through Oct. 13. The market features local fresh food, craft beverages, At this Sunday's market, there will be an e-waste recycling event....
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Nancy
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 Nancy. Here is Baypath's description of Nancy: "Nancy is a true story of resilience. This poor lady came from a...
Photos: Springtime in Hopkinton
Courtesy of Amit Jagdale, we have some spring scenes from around town.
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Aspen
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 is a beautiful and affectionate lady looking for her forever...
Business Briefs: Blackstone advisors recognized again
Blackstone Valley Wealth Management advisors James A. Valis and Gregg R. Manis were recognized with the 2024 Five Star Wealth Manager Award in the February edition of Boston Magazine. This award comes to the advisors for the 10th year in a row, since their opening of...
Professional Insights: How to get the best price for your home
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 fared over the...
Hopkinton first grader wins national chess title
Harini Chadalavada and her husband, Arum Vellanki, noticed that their young son Devansh could keep himself occupied for hours playing with Legos and puzzles — sitting and focusing intently on what he was doing. The Hopkinton residents decided to teach him about chess...
Slice of Hopkinton photo contest winner, May 29 edition
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...
Independent Thoughts: Jagdale turns to AI to produce children’s book
Hopkinton resident Amit Jagdale, known to readers of the Independent website for his fantastic photos from around town, is venturing into the world of book publishing. Together with his daughter, Siya, a Hopkinton High School junior, Jagdale published a book for...
Photos: Memorial Day ceremonies
The town held its Memorial Day ceremonies Monday.
Senior Snippets, May 29 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, May 29 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, and on Twitter,...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Roxy
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 4-month-old Roxy. Here is Baypath's description of Roxy: “What better way to start the summer season than by adding an...
