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Hopkinton Today: Thursday, July 7

by | Jul 7, 2022 | 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 and video of the day.

Following recent issues with major backups in the center of town due to the Main Street Corridor Project, local officials announced Wednesday that measures would be put in place in an attempt to minimize the delays.

Steve Simoes is retiring from his position as Hopkinton High School baseball coach, the school announced Wednesday.

The latest edition of the Police Log includes one arrest along with reports of multiple hit-and-run motor vehicle accidents, a choking baby and complaints about traffic tie-ups due to the Main Street Corridor Project.

Town meetings tonight include the Sustainable Green Committee (6:30) and Open Space Preservation Commission (7).

Photo of the Day: Work continues to replace the Fruit Street bridge.

Fruit Street bridge work

PHOTO/JOHN CARDILLO

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