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Nancy Bailey, 87
Nancy Carolyn Bailey, 87, of Hopkinton passed away peacefully at her home on April 26. Born in Boston, she was the daughter of the late Ruth A. (Taplin) and Paul A. Newsome. She was the wife of 29 years to the late Bruce G. Bailey. Nancy and her sister, Patricia, grew...
Letter to the Editor: Mimmo for Select Board
I know Peter Mimmo to be a man devoted to family and community, present and responsive at community events, respectful, speaking with you on your own level. Also of primary note, actively engaged in addressing pressing environmental issues facing the town. Open and...
Hopkinton Today: Monday, April 29
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. Law enforcement officials announced Friday that four individuals have been arrested and charged in...
Library Corner, May 1 edition
For more information on any of the following programs or other activities at the library, visit hopkintonlibrary.org. Visit the library’s website calendar for event registration information. The library also can be found on Facebook, @hopkintonlibrary, and on Twitter,...
Business Profile: Regatta Point Community Sailing makes splash at State Park
There will be a new look for water activities at Hopkinton State Park this year, provided by an old friend. Regatta Point Community Sailing, a nonprofit with six decades of experience running programs on Worcester’s Lake Quinsigamond, is expanding its offerings to...
Letter to the Editor: Mimmo for Select Board
I write in support of Peter Mimmo for one of the open Hopkinton Select Board positions. I have had the pleasure of knowing Peter and his family for many years. I believe Peter will bring great knowledge and experience as well as a fresh perspective to this role. Peter...
Letter to the Editor: Support for Specialized Building Code
I encourage all registered voters to attend annual Town Meeting and especially to vote for Hopkinton to adopt the state’s Specialized Building Code, Article 36, a very important measure for our town. The planet is warming rapidly, and the effects are deadly, costly...
Arrests made in connection with burglaries targeting South Asian homeowners in region, including Hopkinton
Law enforcement officials announced Friday that four individuals have been arrested and charged in connection with 43 burglaries and break-ins across 25 towns in Massachusetts, including Hopkinton, between 2018 and 2024. The defendants are part of an organized...
School Committee authorizes $48.5M Hopkins project request
The School Committee on Thursday voted to authorize a budget request total of $48,550,000 for the Hopkins School addition/renovation, following an update and breakdown from project managers. Committee members want that amount to appear on the May 6 Town Meeting...
Hopkinton Today: Friday, April 26
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 Upper Charles Trail Committee on Wednesday met to continue its work on revising its charge, as...
Photos: HHS boys lacrosse routs Norton
The Hopkinton High School boys lacrosse team posted an 18-2 victory over Norton on Wednesday to improve its record to 7-1.
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Delta
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 Delta. Here is Baypath's description of Delta: "Delta is a social butterfly and a perfect house guest currently in...
Upper Charles Trail Committee makes slow progress on revising its charge
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-4E3Tkcrso0 The Upper Charles Trail Committee on Wednesday met to continue its work on revising its charge, as requested by the Select Board, but progress was slow. At the start of the meeting, chair Jane Moran asked the members to...
Hopkinton Today: Thursday, April 25
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. Following a reconciliation by two estimators, the construction costs for the newly named Charleswood...
Photos: HHS track teams race past Ashland
The Hopkinton High School boys and girls track and field teams posted victories over host Ashland on Tuesday. The girls rolled to a 110-28 win, while the boys took home an 85-51 decision.
Jeremiah Young, 87
Dr. Jeremiah O’Brien Young passed away peacefully on April 21 at 87 years old. He was with his beloved wife, Beverly, at his home in Milford, surrounded by many members of his loving family. Jerry was the youngest of five children born to Sidney Washburn and Sumner...
ESBC revisits Charleswood School wells, traffic plan
Following a reconciliation by two estimators, the construction costs for the newly named Charleswood School are under budget by $1.4 million, with $9.9 million in contingencies remaining. Chris Eberly, Vertex’s senior project manager, explained the estimate by...
Move In Style Athlete Spotlight: Abby Burke
A midfielder, Burke led the team in draw controls and ground balls through the first month of the season. “Abby is an incredibly well-rounded player who's always giving 100% effort and working to improve her game while being the best teammate she can be,” shared coach...
Photos: Sunset over Hopkinton
Amit Jagdale shares these drone photos over the Legacy Farms North neighborhood, including some stunning sunsets.
