I am writing to show my support for stopping the use of PFAS herbicides in Lake Maspenock. I read the letter to the editor in the June 17 edition about this topic, and with our town struggling with PFAS in our water for many years now, I was surprised when I read it....
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. Local artists, HCA support film dramatizing rocketry pioneer A short film created by local artists...
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 5-year-old Big Bertha. Here is Baypath's description of Big Bertha: “Meet Big Bertha (or Bertha for short)! “Bertha has...
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. Residents wanted for potential Elmwood School committee as property nears end of use The town is...
Alexander George Toloczko (known to everyone except his family as “Al”), 32, of Upton and formerly of Hopkinton, passed away on June 22, 2026. Born in Newton, Al was the son of Linda Ouellette of Upton and Mitchell Toloczko of Hopkinton. He was a 2012 graduate...
ARRESTS None this week. [Editor’s note: The Hopkinton Independent’s policy for the arrests section is not to include the names of individuals who have been arrested.] POLICE LOG June 16 2:01 a.m. Officer Eva Cann responded to Spring Street and removed a tree...
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. Wells 7, 8 expected to be back in operation next week A well shutdown that began on Monday will fix a...
The Hopkinton school district will pilot three literacy programs in kindergarten through Grade 5 this fall, with an eye toward adoption of one for the 2027-28 school year. Jeff LaBroad, assistant superintendent for curriculum and instruction, and Julie Matson,...
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. Mannan hopes to hear feedback from residents on town issues As Shahidul Mannan settles into his new...
The Run for Rafa 5K was held at Hopkinton High School on Saturday. The event included a post-race celebration, community partner booths and a raffle. Organizers put the race together as a fundraiser for HHS student Raphaela Cristeli, who is recovering from...
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. Movies on the Common starts up this week with 'Zootopia 2' The Parks & Recreation Department's...
Golden Pond Assisted Living held its first-ever car show Saturday. The day included classic cars, live music and a trophy ceremony. Proceeds from the event are targeted to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association.
A survey of parents, staff, students and community members indicated that easing traffic flow, narrowing age gaps on buses and considering sleep/health are among the considerations important to them as the district makes plans to open a new school. With the expected...
According to the latest Main Street Corridor Project update, driveway work at 25/35 Main Street will continue next week. During work hours, the driveway by the Muffin House will be closed, and there will be alternating traffic in and out via the east side driveway....
The Community Preservation Committee on Thursday received a positive progress report on the Center School reuse project. Permanent Building Committee chair Dan McIntyre has championed this endeavor. He informed CPC members that the building’s concept has been scaled...
Superintendent Evan Bishop on Thursday night spoke to the School Committee about measures taken in response to air quality complaints at Hopkinton Middle School. The superintendent said the issue initially was reported in two adjoining classrooms last year. “The...
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. Hazard plan aims to reduce, eliminate long-term risks to town Hopkinton Fire Chief Gary Daugherty...
The Teen Canteen was a series of dances for high school-aged youth held Saturday nights from 7:30-10 each September through June. The dances were held in the basement — Eldridge Hall — of the Congregational Church (now the Korean Presbyterian Church) on Main Street....
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 Willow. Here is Baypath's description of Willow: “Willow has a heart as big as her smile. “This sweet 4-year-old...
