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.
Hopkinton voters chose Adam Munroe and Susan Stephenson to fill the two vacant spots on the School Committee in Monday’s Annual Town Election, while supporting all six ballot questions.
On May 6, 23 students from Hopkinton Middle School and Hopkinton High School participated in the Massachusetts Instrumental and Choral Conductors Association (MICCA) Solo and Ensemble Festival, with many taking home medals.
The Hopkinton High School baseball team has a new coach this spring but the same goals in mind. Matt Anderson took the helm of the program from Steve Simoes and inherited a deep and talented roster and a program that is no stranger to playing well into June.
Leading off Business Briefs, Milford Regional Medical Center bestowed the Presidential Service Award to five of its volunteers — including Hopkinton’s Bob Cole — to recognize the significant number of hours they have volunteered at the hospital.
This week’s Library Corner includes information on programs about family hikes in New England, the Lincoln assassination conspirators and spring cleaning, among others.
The Hopkinton Youth Commission presents a program on Volunteerism for Mental Health: The Not-So Secret Strategy to Experience Joy and Wellness. All residents are invited to the event on Thursday, May 25, at 7 p.m. at the Hopkinton Center for the Arts.
Town meetings tonight include the PFAS public forum (6:30) and Conservation Commission (7).
Photo of the Day: Individuals take part in the Hopkinton Police Association Kids Fishing Derby on Saturday at the Hopkinton Sportsmen’s Association.
PHOTO/JOHN CARDILLO
Also to report…. The HSA’s Fishing Derby was followed by a Civil War Reenactment at the 100 and 200 yard ranges. Neighbors were quoted for saying they could hear cannon shots for miles. New to this years reenactment were semiautomatic rifles.