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.

Although she will miss working with Hopkinton High School students, their families and her colleagues, retiring guidance counselor Cheryl Elder is excited about moving on and enjoying a home on Cape Cod and “creating nice memories.”

A Hopkinton woman was arrested Friday night outside a Rhode Island casino after a dog was left alone inside her car and died, according to police and media reports from Lincoln, Rhode Island.

A vehicle speeding along South Street crashed into a tree and rolled onto its side early Monday morning, according to Hopkinton Police.

The newest Tales from a Townie recounts a 1950s trip to Sandy Island — before it became known as Sandy Beach.

Town Manager Norman Khumalo announced on Tuesday progress made on facilities planning work to evaluate how town properties can be utilized to meet current and future municipal and community needs.

This week’s Real Estate Transactions list is packed with a dozen sales, including five worth more than $1 million.

The latest Senior Snippets includes information on transportation programs, outreach services, exercise classes, the annual Ice Cream Social and more.

Town meetings tonight include the Parks & Recreation Commission (5:30), Housing Authority (6), Design Review Board (6:30) and Trail Coordination & Management Committee (7:30).

Photo of the Day: Sara and Adam Simbeck play with Beckham, a 1-year-old podengo mix, during Greyhound Friends’ adoption open house on Sunday.

PHOTO/JOHN CARDILLO