As a former chair of the Hopkinton Board of Health, I am writing in support of Nasiba Mannan’s candidacy. While Ms. Mannan and I did not overlap on the Board of Health, I have known her for many years. She is a data-driven professional with deep knowledge and interest...
I’m writing to endorse Sandra Irwin for School Committee. Local government works best when more people participate, not fewer. Sandra is doing exactly that. This would be her first elected board role, and I think that matters in a good way. She’s a fresh voice and...
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. Kazanjian's art featured in local, national Duck Stamp contest Hopkinton resident Clifford Kazanjian...
Jeffrey Dieter, age 56, of Winnetka, Illinois, and a former Hopkinton resident, passed away on April 30, 2026. He was born in Stoneham on May 6, 1969. Jeffrey graduated from New Trier High School and received his bachelor’s degree in journalism/communications from...
A.F. Amorello & Sons will be on-site in the next two weeks for additional work, according to the latest Main Street Corridor Project update. The construction company plans to complete several pieces of initial work, including: driveway construction at 35 Main...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q9cgH89rp5g&list=PL8WekT6kxX1B3xlP6fIr3QmhJButK4GkU&index=1 The School Committee on Thursday honored vice chair Susan Stephenson, who was attending her final meeting as a member. She is not running in the May 18 Annual Town...
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. Racers, community members to take part in Timlin Memorial Event The Sharon Timlin Memorial Event will...
I'm happy to support Kyla McSweeney for reelection to the School Committee. Through my role on the Sustainable Green Committee, I had the opportunity to work with Kyla for a year while she served as our liaison to the School Committee. She attended our meetings...
The Permanent Building Committee on Wednesday voted to allow Town Manager Elaine Lazarus and Dave Daltorio, the town engineer/facilities director, to sign a memorandum of understanding for the Center School reuse project. This document would allow the Community...
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 4-year-old Louie. Here is Baypath's description of Louie: “Louie is a small, sensitive pup looking for a calm home where he...
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are rolling out changes that will reshape how condominium associations and co‑ops manage their budgets — and how easily buyers and owners can secure conventional financing. Starting Jan. 4, 2027, condo associations will be required to...
When disaster strikes — a burst pipe at midnight or a kitchen fire that displaces a family — property owners across the Hopkinton area can turn to RestoPros of Norfolk County Attleboro Brockton, a locally owned business with national expertise. “Our mission goes...
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. Scouts seek second Bronze Award with community donation box project Girl Scouts from Troop 64080 are...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y_UsDPbW8Yw The Select Board on Tuesday unanimously approved asking town counsel to appear at its next meeting on May 19 to discuss the proposed common victualer license policy it has been working on for the past several months. Chair...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y_UsDPbW8Yw The Select Board on Tuesday voted unanimously to select Public Safety Consultants to assist the town in its search for a new police chief. Discussion centered around including residents as part of this process. Jessica...
The Hopkinton Senior Center is open Mondays through Thursdays from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. and Fridays from 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. For a more extensive listing of programs and services, including lunch program menus, as well as a newsletter, check hopkintonseniorcenter.com. Anyone...
The Hopkinton High School girls track and field team is leaning on its depth and versatility this spring, and coach Jean Cann is confident that the Hillers once again will be the team to beat in the Tri-Valley League. HHS won its first three dual meets of the season,...
The Hopkinton Independent presents A Slice of Hopkinton photo contest, sponsored by BoMain pizza bar and grill. 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...
