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Hopkinton Today: Tuesday, Feb. 6

Hopkinton Today: Tuesday, Feb. 6

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 Lunar New Year celebration is a time to bring joy and cultural richness to the community, said...

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Harriet Taggart, 93

Harriet Taggart, 93

Harriet Louise Taggart, 93, of Castleton, Vermont, and recently Hopkinton, passed away Feb. 3. Born in Rutland, Vermont, she was the daughter of the late Marie (Beckett) and Richard Buckey. She was the wife of 50-plus years to the late Robert Taggart. Harriet was a...

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Senior Snippets, Feb. 7 edition

Senior Snippets, Feb. 7 edition

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...

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Hopkinton Today: Monday, Feb. 5

Hopkinton Today: Monday, Feb. 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. The Open Space Preservation Commission at its meeting Thursday discussed two subdivisions under...

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Richard Johnson, 91

Richard Johnson, 91

Richard A. Johnson, 91, of Holliston and formerly Hopkinton, passed away at the West Roxbury VA Medical Center on Feb. 3. Born in Cambridge, he was the son of the late Mary (Fitzgerald) and Gustaf Johnson. He was the beloved husband of 33 years to Darlene (Dechenes)...

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Library Corner, Feb. 7 edition

Library Corner, Feb. 7 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,...

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HHS swimmers look to peak for postseason

HHS swimmers look to peak for postseason

The Hopkinton High School boys and girls swim teams capped off their league competition recently with strong showings in the Tri-Valley League championship meet, and they are hoping to carry that momentum into the sectional and state meets. “A lot of them are seniors,...

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Donna-Jeanne Curley, 69

Donna-Jeanne Curley, 69

Donna-Jeanne “DJ” Curley, 69, of Hopkinton passed away unexpectedly at her residence on Jan. 24. Born in Boston on Feb. 26, 1954, she was a daughter of the late Walter Curley Sr. and the late Donna M. (Hackenson) Curley. Raised and educated in Natick, Donna-Jeanne was...

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Hopkinton Today: Friday, Feb. 2

Hopkinton Today: Friday, Feb. 2

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. At Thursday’s School Committee meeting, members met with representatives of the Special Education...

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Move In Style Athlete Spotlight: Lucey Jean

Move In Style Athlete Spotlight: Lucey Jean

One of the Hopkinton residents on the co-op team, Jean recorded 10 points through January, tallying eight goals along with two assists. “Lucey is a dynamic forward for the Hillers with a great skill set and energy that she uses in games,” coach Ron Chin shared. “Lucey...

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Hopkinton Today: Thursday, Feb. 1

Hopkinton Today: Thursday, Feb. 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. The Select Board at its nearly four-hour meeting Tuesday night tackled several key items, including...

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Carol Dandrade, 74

Carol Dandrade, 74

Carol Anne Benzon Dandrade, 74, a resident of Lewes, Delaware, died Jan. 23 surrounded by her family. Carol, daughter of Lewis and Eleanor Benzon, was born in Philadelphia and raised in Malverne, Long Island, New York, and Ocean City, New Jersey. She was the wife of...

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