Hopkinton Today: Wednesday, Feb. 22

by Hopkinton Independent | Feb 22, 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 and video of the day.

As it turns out, the cow who made news last year after escaping from a slaughterhouse was pregnant as she lived life on the run up and down Ash Street. Harriet gave birth on Feb. 7 at her new home on the Varner family’s farm on Ash Street.

More information has been shared regarding Tuesday night’s truck fire on Interstate 495 in Hopkinton. According to Fire Chief Bill Miller, the trailer was empty. The noise people heard was from the tires exploding. The driver was not injured.

The latest Business Briefs highlights Blackstone Valley Wealth Management’s two advisors, James Valis and Gregg Manis, who recently were recognized with inclusion in LPL Financial’s Director Club and Freedom Club, respectively.

This week’s Senior Snippets includes information on Cultural Conversations, Our Time Memory Cafe, the Senior Center Book Club and more.

Town meetings tonight include the Hopkinton Housing Authority (6).

Photo of the Day: A duck takes a sunrise swim at Hopkinton State Park.