https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B8D8RFZdkuU&ab_channel=HCAM The Planning Board on Monday focused the bulk of its four-hour meeting on which zoning overlay proposals it would put forward at the Nov. 18 Special Town Meeting to allow Hopkinton comply with the MBTA...
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Power outage hits middle school as polls open; voting continues
Election Day got off to an interesting start, as power went out at Hopkinton Middle School just before the polls opened at 7 a.m. However, it did not cause a major problem. According to Town Clerk Connor Degan, his crew was prepared for such a situation, and backup...
Photos: Hopkinton Fire Department training day
The Hopkinton Fire Department held a training day at the old Department of Public Works facility on Fruit Street on Saturday. Fire crews focused on how to stabilize vehicles after a collision and tools for extricating victims.
Hopkinton Today: Tuesday, Nov. 5
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. Election Day It's Election Day in Hopkinton. Voting for the presidential/state elections will take...
Real Estate Transactions, Nov. 4 edition
Hopkinton voters show ‘a lot of energy’ for this year’s election
If early voting is an indication of enthusiasm for the national and state elections, it may be safe to say that Hopkinton residents are feeling energized about this election cycle. According to Town Clerk Connor Degan, his office received over 5,000 early voting and...
Poll: Should voters have to show ID?
While the merits of voter ID laws are debated, 36 states have laws on the books requiring some form of identification to vote, according to the National Conference of State Legislatures. In most cases, Massachusetts voters do not need to show an ID when voting. Given...
Karla Passler, 56
Karla R. Passler, 56, of Hopkinton and formerly of Westborough, passed away peacefully at home on Nov. 1, 2024. Born in Worcester, she is the daughter of Richard D. and Frances A. (Pinkus) Passler of Westborough. She attended Westborough schools, was a graduate of the...
Hopkinton Today: Monday, Nov. 4
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. According to an email Friday from Superintendent Carol Cavanaugh, a “non-instructional staff member”...
HHS Sports Roundup: Boys soccer, field hockey win tourney openers
The Hopkinton High School boys soccer team opened postseason play Sunday afternoon with a 2-0 home victory over Southeastern Regional Vocational Tech in a Division 2 preliminary round game. The 31st-seeded Hillers (6-9-3) next will play at second-seeded Mansfield on...
Wayne Merrifield, 72
Wayne Wright Merrifield, 72, a lifelong resident of Hopkinton, passed away at his home surrounded by family on Oct. 28, 2024, after a brave battle with pancreatic cancer. Born in Framingham, he was the son of the late Doris (Wright) and Stuart H. Merrifield. A valued...
Superintendent: Middle school staff member arrested on child pornography charges
A staff member at Hopkinton Middle School has been arrested on "criminal charges related to child pornography," according to an email Friday from Superintendent Carol Cavanaugh. The email, which was sent to district families, indicated that the individual was a...
Newspaper: Oct. 30, 2024
Main Street Corridor Project update: Walkway work continues, paving set for Tuesday
The latest Main Street Corridor Project update released by the town on Friday noted that walkway work at 35 and 77 Main Street would be finalized on Monday and Tuesday. Additionally, crews from A.F. Amorello & Sons will be paving at Hopkinton Gas on Tuesday. The...
Hopkinton Today: Friday, Nov. 1
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. In the latest Tales from a Townie, William T. Hamilton Jr. recounts a harrowing night at sea during...
Tales from a Townie: My most tragic night in the Navy
This tale takes place a little farther from Hopkinton than my usual stories. I was a third-class quartermaster aboard the SS Barry DD933. At sea, my duties while on watch consisted of helping the officers with navigation, keeping the bridge clean and keeping the...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Edgar
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 6-month-old Edgar. Here is Baypath's description of Edgar: “Meet Edgar, an adorable puppy with a bright future ahead! This...
Student leads effort to improve grief support at HHS
Sidharth Nair, a junior at Hopkinton High School, knows about grief firsthand. When he was 7 years old, his father passed away. That experience inspired him to help spread the message that loss hits people in different ways, and support is available. As a freshman,...
Professional Insights: How to minimize paying capital gains tax in real estate
Doesn’t it feel good to turn a healthy profit in a real estate transaction? Selling your property can be a lucrative move, but capital gains taxes can reduce your profits. Understanding how to reduce these taxes allows you to keep more money in your pocket. In...
BoMain Slice of Hopkinton photo contest winner, Oct. 30 edition
The Hopkinton Independent presents “A Slice of Hopkinton” photo contest, sponsored by BoMain. Readers are encouraged to submit photos of people, places or things in Hopkinton. The Independent staff will select one winner for each issue. The winner will have their...