Staging matters when appealing to buyers. A thoughtfully staged interior has proven to increase sale price as well as expand the buyer pool. And one of the quickest ways to set the stage is with color. A change of color can update and refresh living spaces, kitchens...
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 Owala. Here is Baypath's description of Owala: "Owala is a bright, affectionate dog who is ready to find a home of...
Young people leave summer camp with happy memories and newly honed skills. But at a time when kids are increasingly plugged into screens and facing rising levels of anxiety and isolation, MetroWest YMCA leaders say camp can offer something even more essential. This...
Rising prices may not dominate headlines the way they did a year or two ago, but if you’re retired, you’re probably still feeling them. Even when overall inflation cools, the costliest expenses — like health care, utilities, insurance and property taxes — tend to rise...
This adventure takes place when I was about 13 years old. It was a crystal-clear, cold morning while we were on February school vacation. We were hanging out in my friend Steve’s basemen. There was about 6 inches of snow on the ground, so we probably would go sledding...
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 3-month-old Penelope. Here is Baypath's description of Penelope: “Penelope is an adorable, sweet and playful puppy who is...
Learning about wildlife, connecting with nature and having a lot of fun are in store for kids attending the Summer Wild Adventure Programs conducted by EARTH Ltd. in partnership with Southwick’s Zoo, Mendon. “The program is really cool, kids love it,” said Betsey...
Lokal Construction is a family-owned business in Milford that aims to build not only quality structures for its residential customers but lasting relationships as well. “Our mission is simple — to deliver quality craftsmanship, transparent communication and on-time...
A tour of Japan with the UC Berkeley jazz ensemble convinced drummer Phil Antoniades to pursue music as a profession. After transferring to and graduating from Berklee College of Music, he worked to build companies supporting independent artists. One business he...
The Hopkinton Independent presents A Slice of Hopkinton photo contest, sponsored by BoMain pizza bar and grill. 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...
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. ADULT PROGRAMS...
The Friends of Hopkinton hosted the inaugural Fire & Light family event on the Town Common this past Saturday,
Veteran psychologist Dr. Arthur Ciaramicoli published his latest book, “Soulfire: Igniting Inner Strength In A Fractured World,” on Christmas Day. The Hopkinton resident and author wrote it in part as a gift to help people cope in an increasingly polarized society....
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 Royce. Here is Baypath's description of Royce: "Royce is a young, happy-go-lucky pup with a goofy grin and a heart...
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 Bailey. Here is Baypath's description of Bailey: “Bailey is a sweet, gentle girl with a big heart and an even...
Thinking of selling your home? In Massachusetts, if your home has a septic system, you are required to have a Title 5 inspection prior to putting your home for sale. The system must pass the Title 5 inspection to sell; otherwise, you need to repair, replace or connect...
Giving septic systems and water and sewer connections the attention and skill required to turn potential problems into smoothly functioning, almost invisible systems, is the aim of Scott Septic. The Hopkinton-based, family-owned business founded by Don Scott in 1968...
The Hopkinton Independent presents A Slice of Hopkinton photo contest, sponsored by BoMain pizza bar and grill. 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...
Hopkinton High School senior Alper Rozy has an appetite for growing his musical abilities. “Alper has been one of our most musically curious students,” said HHS band director Craig Hay. “He is constantly studying jazz music and how he can play his saxophone.” Rozy...
