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Hopkinton Today: Friday, April 28

by | Apr 28, 2023 | Featured: Features, Hopkinton Today

Good morning, Hopkinton! Welcome to the daily update we call Hopkinton Today — a quick recap of yesterday’s news, highlights of what’s on tap, and a photo of the day.

School Committee candidates Ashley Fogg and Susan Stephenson took center stage as two of the three candidates vying for two open three-year terms during the annual Meet the Candidates Night held Wednesday night at the HCAM studio.

When Tim Nelson became the Hopkinton High School wrestling coach, he was just 20 years old and only two years removed from his own high school career on the mat. Nearly two decades later, Nelson is leaving the Hillers to focus on his family. Assistant coach Corey Mills was announced as his replacement.

This week’s Baypath Adoptable Animal is 3-year-old Scrabble, “a sweet, outgoing, young adult who is always up for adventure!”

HOP (Hopkinton Organizing for Prevention) Coalition presents two showings of “Screenagers: Under the Influence” on Tuesday, May 16. The film, the third feature documentary in the “Screenagers” trilogy, addresses vaping, drugs and alcohol in the digital age.

Hopkinton Little League’s annual spring fundraiser is scheduled for Friday, May 19, from 7-11 p.m. at St. John’s Parish Hall, 20 Church Street. Food and beverages will be provided by Snappy Dogs, Start Line Brewery and Mary’s Fine Wines.

Photo of the Day: Friends of the Hopkinton Public Library president Beth Mezitt (center) speaks at the organization’s annual breakfast on Thursday. The event, held during National Library Week, is designed to recognize the library’s staff.

Library recognition

PHOTO/JOHN CARDILLO

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