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 Scoop. Here is Baypath's description of Scoop: "Introducing Scoop, the lovable tripod with irresistible charm....
Courtesy of Amit Jagdale, we have recent drone photos of snow over Hopkinton.
This tale takes place between the years 1957 and 1959. The main characters are my friend Jim, the ’47 Chevy and me. Unbeknownst to us, in 1957, the Chevy — more than “just a car” — would be the “magic carpet ride” that would transport us from childhood to the next...
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 Hazel. Here is Baypath's description of Hazel: “Introducing Hazel, the epitome of sweetness and charm! This...
When it comes to finding your ideal home, there are many factors to consider. It’s easy to get overwhelmed in the details, but don’t overlook the importance of finding a home that’s the perfect size for you. Consider how many people will live in your new home. Are...
Since Cal Karam became the owner of Hopkinton Shell over two years ago, the town has felt like a big family to him. “When customers come inside or bring their cars for service, they ask how we are, and we all talk together,” said Karam. “Recently, I had a minor...
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 bioscience firm with headquarters on South Street recently announced a merger. Isto Biologics, which bills itself as “a global leader in regenerative and autologous therapies,” has partnered with Advanced Biologics, a California company known commercially as...
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...
Amit Jagdale shares photos of Sunday's snowfall in town.
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,...
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 Millie. Here is Baypath's description of Millie: “Millie is a lovely dog with a gentle, sweet and entertaining...
Courtesy of Amit Jagdale, we have photos of holiday lights in the Legacy Farms neighborhood.
The Hopkinton Center for the Arts hosted its annual New Year's Eve family event Sunday.
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 10-month-old Blu. Here is Baypath's description of Blu: "If you're looking for the best of both worlds in your next dog, look...
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 Mack. Here is Baypath's description of Mack: "Meet Mack! This sweet boy spent over 500 days in the shelter down...
It’s not as well-known as Halloween, but National Retirement Security week happens every October — the third week, to be precise — and while it doesn’t involve ghosts and goblins, it does deal with something even more frightening: the risk of not being able to enjoy a...
The Hopkinton Fire Department’s latest safety initiative, called Sand & Socks for Seniors, has a simple goal, according to Fire Prevention Officer Tom Poirier: “Try not to slip in the house, and try not to slip outside.” Expounded Poirier: “We have grippy socks so...
Over 30 years ago, the Kunst brothers bought 10 acres of land on West Main Street, in the area known to locals as Ice House Pond. In 1993, the property was transformed into a trailblazing assisted living residence, The Communities at Golden Pond. “Their mission was,...
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 Diana. Here is Baypath's description of Diana: “Diana is hoping for a new family this holiday season! Diana is...
