Following sometimes tearful presentations from parents and educators, the School Committee instructed Superintendent Carol Cavanaugh to eliminate a proposed cut in occupational therapy services. The original plan for reductions had speech and physical therapy services...
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Hopkinton Today: Friday, Jan. 13
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 and video of the day. Hopkinton teachers and supporters rallied Thursday prior to the School Committee meeting in...
Photos: Teachers rally against SPED cuts
Hopkinton teachers and supporters rallied Thursday prior to the School Committee meeting in the Hopkinton High School auditorium. The teachers oppose cuts to the special education staff. Check back Friday for a recap of the meeting.
Independent Thoughts: Town mourns Harrington, former Select Board chair
Mary Harrington was not one to hold back — both her opinions and in the time she spent volunteering to make Hopkinton a better place. Harrington, who died last month at the age of 86, served on a number of boards and committees, including the Select Board, for which...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Rocky
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 8-year-old Rocky. Here is Baypath's description of Rocky: “This handsome boy came to us from a home due to no fault of his...
Business Profile: College Axis Project gives high school students an edge
For high school juniors and seniors, the pandemic has been a significant source of uncertainty and anxiety as students plan for their educational and professional futures. Concerned about the gaps in college advising and application assistance during this period,...
Hopkinton Today: Thursday, Jan. 12
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 and video of the day. A number of factors steered Hopkinton High School senior Sean Golembiewski to the...
Schools Notebook: Local students recognized
Hopkinton’s Amanda Gollaher earned the dean’s award with distinction for the spring 2022 semester at Colgate University, where she was majoring in international relations and Russian & Eurasian studies. Also at Colgate, Katherine Woelflein earned the dean’s award...
Golembiewski tracks future at Penn
A number of factors steered Hopkinton High School senior Sean Golembiewski to the University of Pennsylvania, including a top-notch education, a beautiful urban campus and a strong track and field program. Ultimately, he said, the Quakers provided “the best all-around...
Hillers Thrillers Athlete Spotlight: Josie Hopkins
Hopkins took first in both the long jump and high jump in a win over Norwood on Dec. 29, and she won the long jump and took second in the high jump in the following meet, helping the Hillers to a 3-0 start. She was entered in the long jump, 55-meter hurdles and 4x200...
Arrests/Police Log, Jan. 10 edition
ARRESTS January 5 6:39 a.m. Officer Brennan Grimley conducted a motor vehicle stop on Downey Street, and Sergeant Arthur Schofield assisted in arresting a 39-year-old Oakhurst Road resident. He was charged with operating a motor vehicle with license suspended for OUI....
Conservation Commission continues major hearings at request of applicants
Because only four of the seven commissioners on the Conservation Commission were able to attend Tuesday night’s virtual meeting, the applicants for the Massachusetts Laborers Training property on 37 East Street and The Trails development requested continuances of...
Hillers boys hockey eyes return to tourney
The Hopkinton High School boys ice hockey team earned a spot in the state tournament last season with a .500 record, but having most of his roster back this winter has coach Scott Hayes aiming to eclipse last year’s success. “We want to be a tournament team, but we...
Newspaper: Jan. 11, 2023
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Hopkinton Today: Wednesday, Jan. 11
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 and video of the day. At Tuesday’s Select Board meeting, board members continued discussions about a proposed...
Select Board roundup: MWRA/PFAS costs rise; Maspenock herbicide plan discussed; Eagle Scouts recognized
In order for Hopkinton to gain access to the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority water supply, it will have to go through Southborough. And that will come at a cost. Representatives from the towns met Dec. 15, and while Town Manager Norman Khumalo said the...
RECC discussion continues, with Select Board members expressing hesitation
At Tuesday’s Select Board meeting, board members continued discussions about a proposed regional emergency communication center. While no vote was taken, some board members made it clear they were not ready to support moving forward. Some residents have expressed...
Military history discussed at January Veterans Breakfast
The Jan. 6 Veterans Breakfast was highlighted by inclement weather that was braved by dozens of local veterans. Usual discussions nevertheless proceeded, along with a delicious meal provided by an anonymous donor and prepared by the Senior Center staff. Military...
Planning Board approves warrant articles, talks goals
The Planning Board held its first in-person meeting of the post-pandemic era on Monday evening, and it unanimously approved several Town Meeting warrant articles and discussed board goals. Several proposed articles previously discussed in board meetings were...
Nomination papers for elected town officers available Jan. 17
Town Clerk Connor Degan announced that nomination papers for elected town officers will be available in the Town Clerk's Office starting Jan. 17. Anyone interested in seeking to volunteer for elected office in the May 15 Annual Town Election should inquire with the...