ARRESTS January 2 5:23 p.m. Sergeant William Burchard and Officer Tyler Brabham responded to a report of a motor vehicle crashing into a building on Woodview Way. Air bags were deployed. The management company of the building was contacted. The Fire Department and...
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Hopkinton COVID-19 update for Jan. 7: Town has 60 active cases
Editor's note: This is the town of Hopkinton's COVID-19 update for Jan. 7. COVID-19 Updates and Precautions Jan. 7 update Previous updates and additional information and resources can be found here: coronavirus-hopkintonma.hub.arcgis.com/ Hopkinton Town Hall reopened...
Local politicians shocked, embarrassed by Washington riots
Hopkinton politicians were quick to condemn Wednesday’s actions in Washington, where a mob of Donald Trump loyalists stormed the U.S. Capitol while the House and Senate were preparing to confirm Joe Biden’s election as president. Select Board member Amy Ritterbusch, a...
LakePharma announces it will develop, produce COVID vaccine at South Street facility
Hopkinton might end up playing a key role in helping to end the COVID-19 pandemic, as the biotech company LakePharma announced that it will work to develop and produce a vaccine at its facility on South Street. LakePharma revealed Monday that it has established a...
The Spoon diner to close Sunday for rest of winter
The Spoon, a popular local diner located at 1 Lumber St., announced that after business this Sunday it will close its doors for the rest of the winter. "This is not an easy decision, but we feel it is the right decision for our business & family that we close...
Health director: 60 active COVID cases, but town still far better off than most
Hopkinton health director Shaun McAuliffe, during his COVID-19 update to the Select Board, said Tuesday night that the town has 60 active cases, although he expects to see a drop this weekend, optimistic that the post-holiday surge will start to wane. McAuliffe said...
Select Board roundup: Town manager optimistic about FY22 budget
At Tuesday’s Select Board meeting, Town Manager Norman Khumalo said Annual Town Meeting remains on track for May 3, and the work on the budget continues. “I’m really happy to report...
Library to close starting Friday due to COVID spike; remote/curbside services remain open
The Hopkinton Public Library announced Tuesday evening that due to a spike in COVID-19 cases in town and regionally, it will close to the public as of 4 p.m. on Thursday. Library services will be available on a remote/curbside-only basis starting Friday. The building...
Planning Board OK’s proposal for commercial building on South Street
The Planning Board unanimously approved a major site plan review for 0 South Street, where REC Hopkinton proposes to construct a commercial building and parking lot. The site, located...
Hopkinton COVID-19 update for Dec. 31: Town has 67 active cases
Editor's note: This is the town of Hopkinton's COVID-19 update for Dec. 31. COVID-19 Updates and Precautions Dec. 31 update Previous updates and additional information and resources can be found here: coronavirus-hopkintonma.hub.arcgis.com/ Hopkinton Town Hall...
Police: Investigation continues in robbery of Dunkin’ on West Main Street
Hopkinton police continue to seek more information about Saturday night’s incident at the Dunkin’ on West Main Street, and a spokesman said they have not been able to identify the individual who is alleged to have robbed the establishment. According to Hopkinton...
Water main break in Woodville area could lead to discoloration
Editor's note: The Water and Sewer Department released the following information Wednesday morning. Please be advised that crews are responding to a major water main break in the Woodville area. This break will cause discoloration throughout the water system. Please...
Arrests/Police Log, Dec. 29 edition
POLICE LOG December 22 6:06 a.m. A caller complained she was being bothered by a Cambridge police officer. The Cambridge Police Department was notified. 8:36 a.m. A caller reported an incident that occurred in another town the previous night. She filed a report in...
Boston Marathon organizers not yet able to set date for 2021 race
The Boston Athletic Association announced Tuesday that it will not be able to confirm a date for the 2021 Boston Marathon until "early 2021." The BAA announced in October that the race would not be held on its traditional date of the third Monday in April and will be...
Town posts job openings: Conservation administrator, health services agent
The town recently posted two job openings. One is for a full-time conservation administrator, who will serve as principal staff and advisor to the Conservation Commission as well as administer conservation land acquisition and wetlands protection, manage conservation...
ZAC continues solar zoning discussion, narrows focus as time becomes factor
The Zoning Advisory Committee continued its discussion of solar zoning at its meeting Monday night, working on language that could be added to the town’s bylaw to restrict commercial...
Hopkinton COVID-19 update for Dec. 27: Town has 55 active cases
Editor's note: This is the town of Hopkinton's COVID-19 update for Dec. 27. COVID-19 Updates and Precautions Dec. 27 update Previous updates and additional information and resources can be found here: coronavirus-hopkintonma.hub.arcgis.com/ Hopkinton Town Hall...
Police seek suspect in robbery of Dunkin’ on West Main Street
The Hopkinton Police Department announced that there was an unarmed robbery of the Dunkin' at 78 West Main St. on Saturday night. The police received a 911 call at 9:15 p.m. and sent uniformed patrols, who set up a perimeter. The HPD's K9 unit responded as well, along...
Hopkinton COVID-19 update for Dec. 23: Town has 48 active cases
Editor's note: This is the town of Hopkinton's COVID-19 update for Dec. 23. COVID-19 Updates and Precautions Dec. 23 update Previous updates and additional information and resources can be found here: coronavirus-hopkintonma.hub.arcgis.com/ Hopkinton Town Hall...
Arrests/Police Log, Dec. 22 edition
POLICE LOG December 15 1:20 a.m. Officer Stephen Buckley issued a winter parking ban warning on Priscilla Road. 1:59 a.m. Sergeant Arthur Schofield and Officer Tyler Brabham checked on a motor vehicle on Cedar Street and found the operator watching the meteor shower....