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...
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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....
Planning Board roundup: Proposed Lincoln Street-area development moves forward; Faith Church plans solar panels over rear parking lot
During its meeting Monday night, the Planning Board unanimously approved a special permit for the proposed Lincoln Street-area open space and landscape preservation development (OSLPD)...
Planning Board approves special permit for proposed Hayden Rowe development
At its meeting last Wednesday, the Planning Board unanimously approved an open space and landscape preservation development (OSLPD) special permit...
Water break at Wilson/East Main might cause discoloration in residences
The town's Water-Sewer Department reported a water main break on Wilson Street, near the intersection with East Main Street. Crews were working to repair it this morning. The department cautioned that the issue likely will cause discoloration throughout the center,...
Project Just Because offers holiday meals for those in need
Thanks to a generous donation from Chef’s Kitchen on Main, Hopkinton-based charity/food pantry Project Just Because has 600 fully prepared holiday meals available for people in need this time of year. Anyone needing assistance can stop by the Project Just Because...
Town Meeting warrant open, articles can be submitted until Feb. 2
Editor's note: Following is a press release from the town. The 2021 Annual Town Meeting will commence on Monday, May 3, 2021. Please be advised that articles may be submitted to the Select Board/Town Manager’s office at this time. In accordance with the Town Charter,...