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 School Committee on Thursday presented its fiscal year 2025 budget of $63,244,790, an increase of...
The Hopkinton High School wrestling team celebrated Senior Night last Wednesday, then dropped a close battle to Norton, 42-40.
I sit here with three editions of the Hopkinton Annual Report, 2020, 2021 and 2022. I note that comparing the 2021 and 2020 reports for the Hopkinton Police Department, there is but one departure from the department. From 2021 to 2022, I believe there were 11. What...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oG37w8V5Q64&list=PL8WekT6kxX1B3xlP6fIr3QmhJButK4GkU&index=2 The School Committee on Thursday presented its fiscal year 2025 budget of $63,244,790, an increase of $3,207,037 (5.35%) over last year during a joint public hearing...
This tale takes place between the years 1957 and 1959. The main characters are my friend Jim, the ’47 Chevy and me. Unbeknownst to us, in 1957, the Chevy — more than “just a car” — would be the “magic carpet ride” that would transport us from childhood to the next...
The Hopkinton High School girls indoor track and field team had little time to ease into the 2023-24 season. The Hillers had a dual meet within the first two weeks of starting practice and another one the week after that. “They came at us fast and furious at the...
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 Hazel. Here is Baypath's description of Hazel: “Introducing Hazel, the epitome of sweetness and charm! This...
When it comes to finding your ideal home, there are many factors to consider. It’s easy to get overwhelmed in the details, but don’t overlook the importance of finding a home that’s the perfect size for you. Consider how many people will live in your new home. Are...
Since Cal Karam became the owner of Hopkinton Shell over two years ago, the town has felt like a big family to him. “When customers come inside or bring their cars for service, they ask how we are, and we all talk together,” said Karam. “Recently, I had a minor...
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 Hopkinton Health Department and Project Just Because have combined their efforts to help those in...
The Hopkinton Health Department and Project Just Because have combined their efforts to help those in need locally as well as to assist migrants who have come to the region in recent months. Health Department Director Shaun McAuliffe has worked to help refugees...
The Select Board at its meeting Tuesday night heard the Sustainable Green Committee’s annual year-end report, which showed that greenhouse gas emissions decreased slightly between 2017 and 2021 despite the town’s growing population and concerning temperature shifts....
ARRESTS January 4 2:51 p.m. A caller reported a motor vehicle struck two houses on Grove Street and fled the scene. Multiple officers responded, and Officer Nicholas Walker caught up with the vehicle on Main Street. A 52-year-old Wood Street resident was arrested and...
The Conservation Commission at its meeting Tuesday night approved a request for an extension to the Whitehall Brook Trail at 66 Fruit Street that would allow for observation of beaver activity. Chuck Dauchy appeared before the Conservation Commission as both the trail...
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...
The Parks & Recreation Commission on Tuesday unanimously adopted a policy regarding registration for residents and non-residents. The Commission will review the policy in one year and then thereafter, likely every three years. Director Jon Lewitus said that he had...
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. Forecasters are predicting heavy rains and strong winds from Tuesday night through Wednesday morning....
Forecasters are predicting heavy rains and strong winds from Tuesday night through Wednesday morning. The rain is likely to cause flooding issues, while the wind could lead to trees/branches falling on streets and hitting power lines. Residents are advised to charge...
