Three years ago, Hopkinton High School alumnus Freya Proudman and then-high school student Madison Loos started the first Pride Parade in Hopkinton. Proudman planned the event while in the United Kingdom attending college. “It was a dream of hers that she wanted to...
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Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Chase
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 1-year-old Chase. Here is Baypath's description of Chase: “This playful pup is looking for a running and zoomy partner. He is...
Professional Insights: What should you expect from your investments?
To help achieve your financial goals, you may need to invest in the financial markets throughout your life. However, at times your investment expectations may differ from actual returns, triggering a variety of emotions. So, what are reasonable expectations to have...
Photo contest winner, May 31 edition
The Hopkinton Independent presents “A Slice of Hopkinton” photo contest, sponsored by Bill’s Pizzeria. 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...
Newspaper: May 31, 2023
Hopkinton Today: Thursday, June 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. Hopkinton High School sophomore Dylan Striek and juniors Rylee Blair and Disha Mudenur placed first...
HHS Sports Roundup: Baseball, lacrosse teams receive tournament details
The Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association released information on the remaining state tournaments on Wednesday. The HHS baseball team (14-6) is seeded fourth in the Division 2 tournament and will play Monday in the Round of 32 against the winner of...
HHS team wins title at state Science Fair
Hopkinton High School sophomore Dylan Striek and juniors Rylee Blair and Disha Mudenur went camping last summer in Nova Scotia and woke up in front of the ocean to beautiful sunrises. “Being so used to Hopkinton and Boston’s environment, we hadn’t recognized how...
Arrests/Police Log, May 31 edition
POLICE LOG May 23 12:22 a.m. Officer Nicholas Walker made checks of Hayden Rowe Street property. 12:44 a.m. Officer Nicholas Walker checked on a disabled motor vehicle on Church Place and found the driver awaiting AAA. 1:31 a.m. Officer Nicholas Walker made checks of...
Hopkinton Today: Wednesday, May 31
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. The annual Against the Tide fundraiser to benefit the Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition will take...
HHS Sports Roundup: Girls tennis wins tourney opener
The Hopkinton High School girls tennis team won its Division 2 state tournament opener on Tuesday, edging host Ludlow by a score of 3-2 to advance to the Round of 16. The 19th-seeded Hillers (13-5) picked up wins in straight sets at first singles (Maya Chen) and both...
Against the Tide charts course toward prevention
The annual Against the Tide fundraiser to benefit the Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition will take place Saturday, June 17, at Hopkinton State Park as well as Saturday, Aug. 12, at Nickerson State Park in Brewster. Virtual events will be held from June 17 through...
Senior-heavy HHS boys tennis among state’s best
With eight seniors on this year’s roster and a wealth of experience up and down the lineup, Hopkinton High School boys tennis coach Mike Miller had the sense that this could be one of his better teams. Through the regular season, the Hillers lived up to the billing,...
Real Estate Transactions, May 31 edition
Business Profile: Zeta Fencing teaches unique sport with lifelong benefits
Some go after seeing the dashing imagery in movies or Olympic Games broadcasts. Others want to explore the sport because a friend taking classes has become passionate about it. A few are just curious about the stylish Zeta Fencing sign at the historic Clock Tower...
Hopkinton Today: Tuesday, May 30
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 on Monday held its Memorial Day ceremonies, which included the unveiling of a new World War...
Photos: Memorial Day ceremonies
Hopkinton on Monday held its Memorial Day ceremonies, which included the unveiling of a new World War II memorial on the Town Common.
HHS girls tennis focuses on mental toughness
The Hopkinton High School girls tennis team is tournament bound this spring even with a relatively young lineup leading the way, and coach Lyn Calkins said her squad’s mental fortitude has been crucial to its success. “We have another young team, and my entire singles...
Fire flow tests scheduled for Wednesday; discolored water possible
The Water-Sewer Department announced that several required fire flow tests will take place this Wednesday. The tests will start at approximately 8 a.m. and last about 90 minutes. The tests will take place on South Street and in the Country Way/Old Farm Road area....
Photos from around town
Courtesy of Amit Jagdale, here are some photos from around town.