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Parks & Rec seeks solutions for EMC Park security cameras
The Parks & Recreation Commission on Tuesday discussed available options to finalize the installation of security cameras at EMC Park. Parks & Rec Director Jon Lewitus led the discussion, explaining that he had discussed available options for camera...
South Street called ‘golden goose’ for economic development at EDAB meeting
Two area realtors spoke at Tuesday’s Economic Development Advisory Board meeting about Hopkinton’s potential for commercial development, pinpointing South Street as the key target. Guest speakers Nick Slottje, Charlesbank Realty Group’s president/chief executive...
Arrests/Police Log, Jan. 14 edition
ARRESTS None this week. [Editor’s note: The Hopkinton Independent’s policy for the arrests section is not to include the names of individuals who have been arrested.] POLICE LOG Jan. 6 4:31 a.m. Officer Jennifer Manning checked on a vehicle parked on Pratt Way...
‘Sufficient facts’ found by judge in 2025 assault case against Marathon assistant principal
Court documents obtained by the Independent on Monday revealed that the elementary school assistant principal placed on administrative leave last week by the Hopkinton Public Schools was sentenced to probation and ordered to pay restitution in a criminal case last...
Board of Health expresses concerns about North Mill Street well variance, continues hearing
The Board of Health on Monday continued a hearing on a drinking well variance request after members expressed concerns over the long-term viability of the plan presented. Developer Lou Petrozzi of Wall Street Development Corporation met with the board to discuss a...
Sismanis victim files case against town, police chief
Court documents reveal that the victim in the case against former Hillers Pizza owner Petros "Peter" Sismanis has filed a lawsuit against Sismanis, the Town of Hopkinton, and Hopkinton Police Chief Joseph Bennett. NBC10 Boston broke the story about the lawsuit on...
Real Estate Transactions, Jan. 12 edition
Hopkinton man charged after alleged assault victim MedFlighted for advanced care
A Hopkinton man is being held by the Middlesex Sheriff's Office as he awaits an arraignment in Framingham District Court for an alleged assault that took place over the weekend. The Ashland Police Department on Friday arrested 23-year-old Jadaius Figueroa and charged...
HPD charges 19-year-old following animal cruelty investigation
The Hopkinton Police Department on Wednesday announced that it has charged an individual with animal cruelty following an incident that occurred in town over the weekend. According to a press release, Hopkinton Police received a report on Sunday that an individual...
Conservation Commission moves Whisper Way forward, allowing developers to seek approval for town road
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MDuE-bzW5hU The Conservation Commission on Tuesday approved a certificate of compliance for the Whisper Way subdivision in a 6-0 vote. This vote clears the way for the developers to seek approval for Whisper Way as a town road at the...
Town’s licensing processes, town manager come under fire at Select Board meeting
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b435mDpztII Business licensing issues dominated Tuesday’s Select Board meeting after public participants leveled accusations against the town manager, the Select Board and a Mexican restaurant for what they saw as lack of adherence to...
Select Board discusses shorter term for potential TIF agreement with pickleball/padel facility
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b435mDpztII The Select Board on Tuesday provided feedback on a draft tax increment financing (TIF) agreement between the town and the owner of a new pickleball/padel club. Members suggested negotiating a shorter-term agreement than...
Arrests/Police Log, Jan. 7 edition
ARRESTS Dec. 31 4:52 p.m. Officer Brian Ziniti and Sgt. Cody Normandin conducted a motor vehicle stop on Main Street and administered field sobriety tests to the driver. A 31-year-old from Joanne Drive in Ashland was arrested and charged with marked lanes violation...
Concerns raised about Center School roof
Questions were raised about the age and condition of the roof at the former Center School during Tuesday's meeting of the Permanent Building Committee. Committee members agreed to look into the cost of a potential full replacement in case that scope of work would be...
Planning Board takes first look at proposed MBTA Communities plans to meet state compliance guidelines
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yZAsgKehJag The Planning Board on Monday reviewed four new proposals for MBTA Communities overlay zoning district modifications because the previously approved plan did not fully meet the state’s zoning requirements. Principal planner...
Real Estate Transactions, Jan. 5 edition
Independent investigation ensues after accident involving HPD cruiser
A crash last week involving a Hopkinton Police Department cruiser pursuing a call is being investigated by an independent crash reconstruction team, according to the department's deputy police chief. "On December 26, 2025, at approximately 8:39 PM, a fully marked...
Arrests/Police Log, Dec. 31 edition
ARRESTS Dec. 24 2:42 a.m. A caller reported a white pickup truck parked on the side of the roadway on East Main Street with music playing loudly. Officer Aline Matos responded along with the Ashland Police Department. Officers Robert Ekross and Eva Cann assisted with...
Arrests/Police Log, Dec. 24 edition
ARRESTS Dec. 22 6:30 p.m. A caller reported a white truck struck a pole on Legacy Farms North and drove off. Sgt. Shannon Beloin and Officers Justin Cappuccio and Brian Ziniti responded and notified Eversource. The Southborough Police Department was contacted and...
