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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,...
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...
The Michael Lisnow Respite Center held its inaugural Battle of the Badges Dodgeball Tournament Saturday at Hopkinton Middle School. Teams from 14 surrounding towns competed in the fundraiser, which kicked off the center's Boston Marathon season. A team representing...
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. CHILDREN’S...
Regatta Point Community Sailing is offering a summer full of fun and learning for all youngsters aged 7-17 at Hopkinton State Park. “Our culture, our philosophy, is ‘Boating for all,’ and we stand by it,” said Casey Duva, Regatta Point executive director. “It means we...
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 Krew. Here is Baypath's description of Krew: “Krew is a lovable, high-energy poodle who’s always ready for fun!...
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.
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...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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. CHILDREN’S...
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...
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...
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...
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...
