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Hopkinton Today: Friday, Aug. 23

by | Aug 23, 2024 | 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.

A man rescued at Lake Whitehall was pronounced dead Thursday night, according to a press release from the town.

Interstate 495 in Hopkinton was shut down Thursday afternoon following an accident involving a passenger car and a box truck.

The Parks & Recreation Department informed residents that its registration website was down Thursday afternoon.

The latest Independent Thoughts discusses a change in cell phone use policy at Hopkinton High School and what it means for students.

This week’s Baypath Adoptable Animal is Cookie, a 5-year-old cat with a playful spirit who is “always ready for a game of chase or to bat around her favorite toys with endless enthusiasm.”

The latest Professional Insights from Edward Jones financial advisor Mark Freeman covers strategies to prevent running out of money after retirement.

Photo of the Day: Crews fix a water leak on Downey Street on Thursday.

DPW workers fixing leak

PHOTO/HOPKINTON DPW

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