Hopkinton resident Joe Baldiga was named the Best Lawyers 2023 Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights/Insolvency and Reorganization Law Lawyer of the Year in Worcester. In addition, he was selected by his peers for inclusion in “The Best Lawyers in America” 2023...
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Photos: Hopkinton State Park
Courtesy of Amit Jagdale, here are some photos from in and around Hopkinton State Park.
Photo contest winner, Sept. 14 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...
Photos: Diversity mural unveiling at EMC Park
The Hopkinton Cultural Council hosted the unveiling of the latest additions to the diversity mural project along the fence at EMC Park this past Saturday. The new additions are: "Hopkinton, Home" by Olivia Stacey; "An Ofrenda" by Kayleen Tang; "Vision of Diversity" by...
Photos: Plant life in Hopkinton
Photographer Amit Jagdale shares photos of plants in town from this summer.
Senior Snippets, Sept. 14 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, Sept. 14 edition
For more information on any of the following programs or other activities at the library, visit hopkintonlibrary.org. The library also can be found on Facebook, @hopkintonlibrary, and on Twitter, @HopkintonPLMA. Book Sale Friday, Sept. 16, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Saturday,...
Photos: PolyArts festival at Town Common
The Hopkinton PolyArts festival was held at the Town Common on Saturday The event, established in 1974, features regional artisans, crafters and local nonprofits.
Photos: Blooms, Brews & BBQs at Weston Nurseries
The annual Blooms, Brews & BBQs event was held Saturday at Weston Nurseries, raising money for the Jimmy Fund at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.
Business Profile: Kumon Math and Reading Center celebrates 20 years in Hopkinton
“At Kumon, we believe that practice makes possibilities,” says Pamela Banson, the owner and instructor of Kumon Math and Reading Center of Hopkinton. “My goal is to help each child develop strong academic skills and a love of learning, and gain the confidence to excel...
Photos: Lord Ganesha festival at Legacy Farms
Residents of the Legacy Farms community held a celebration late last week in recognition of the Indian festival Lord Ganesha.
Photos: State Park at sunset
Courtesy of Amit Jagdale, here are some photos of a recent sunset at Hopkinton State Park.
Independent Thoughts: Grave encounter inspires Whalen’s restoration project
Mike Whalen’s goal is simple: “Fixing the cemeteries one stone at a time,” he said. A longtime volunteer and member of veterans committees in town, Whalen has been mending broken and crooked headstones at the town’s cemeteries for some time. As American Legion Post...
‘Y’all come sing’ with Treblemakers as adult chorus embarks on 15th year
A chorus that strives to create a community of singers and be part of the community that surrounds it, the Treblemakers are set to start their 15th year of making music together. “We invite all singers to come down and have some fun with us,” said chorus member George...
Business Profile: HCA features ‘all the arts under one roof’
The Hopkinton Center for the Arts has had its “biggest summer ever,” says executive director Kelly Grill, an encouraging development as the organization emerges from the challenges of the pandemic. “We are excited that people are back and supporting us,” Grill says....
Business Profile: Southwick’s Zoo debuts fairy tale-inspired Festival of Illumination
After a successful inaugural event last year, the Festival of Illumination returns to Southwick’s Zoo on Sept. 1 with original artistic creations and a new theme, “Once Upon a Time.” New England’s largest lantern showcase will radiate across the zoo grounds through...
Senior Snippets, Aug. 31 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...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Bootsey
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is Bootsey, a 2-year-old bloodhound/Great Dane. Here is Baypath's description of Bootsey: “Tall, dark and handsome — the perfect...
Photo contest winner, Aug. 31 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...
Library Corner, Aug. 31 edition
For more information on any of the following programs or other activities at the library, visit hopkintonlibrary.org. The library also can be found on Facebook, @hopkintonlibrary, and on Twitter, @HopkintonPLMA. #ActuallyAutistic Tuesday, Sept. 6, 6:30-7:30 p.m....