The Hopkinton Independent report “Select Board hears reasoning behind using herbicides to control Lake Maspenock weeds” fails to mention the Hopkinton Sustainable Green Committee's representatives testimonies opposing the unsustainable, ecologically harmful use of...
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Hopkinton Today: Thursday, March 28
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. Former Select Board chair Brian Herr recently made the decision to return to politics, announcing his...
Herr jumps into race for Select Board
During Brian Herr’s last meeting as a member of the Select Board, on May 18, 2021, it was the board's first in-person meeting since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Herr was gifted an engraved wooden chair and sent off with effusive praise from his fellow members,...
Select Board hears reasoning behind using herbicides to control Lake Maspenock weeds
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FRf14DF3Fqw&ab_channel=HCAM The Select Board at its meeting Tuesday night heard about the weed management plan for Lake Maspenock, which includes the use of two herbicides. Department of Public Works Director Kerry Reed appeared...
Conservation Commission addresses Foxhollow Road home foundation placement in brief meeting
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WR3IgvJcBGM&ab_channel=HCAM The Conservation Commission met for only about 30 minutes Tuesday due to hearing cancellations, shifting its focus to work session items. The major topic of discussion was 1 Foxhollow Road, a...
Arrests/Police Log, March 27 edition
ARRESTS None this week. [Editor's note: Hopkinton Independent policy for the arrests section is to remove the arrested individual's name after it has been posted for approximately one week.] POLICE LOG March 19 1:28 a.m. Officer Tyler Staback made checks of Sandy...
Hopkinton Today: Wednesday, March 27
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. Elementary school students returning home from school on the afternoon of March 20 reportedly were...
Parks & Rec Commission discusses issue with Reed Park tennis courts
Parks & Recreation Director Jon Lewitus said the youth spring tennis program cannot run safely at Reed Park courts because of conditions there. He noted the program is scheduled to run April 23 to May 22 for ages 5-8 and 8-12 and is sold out with a waiting list....
Elementary school students reportedly OK after bus accident
Elementary school students returning home from school on the afternoon of March 20 reportedly were not injured after being involved in a school bus accident, according to the police report and confirmation from the school superintendent received Tuesday. The Hopkinton...
Move In Style Athlete Spotlight: Lucie Mato
Mato burst onto the scene with consistent finishes in the top of the Central Massachusetts Conference Ski League, earning team MVP honors along with an invitation to the state championship meet. Her ninth-place league ranking “is a huge accomplishment for any athlete,...
HHS athletes receive league honors
The Tri-Valley League recently announced its winter season All-Stars, and Hopkinton High School was well-represented. In girls swimming, Eve Weatherhead was named Diver of the Year, while Olivia Scalora was selected as an All-Star. In boys swimming, Caleb Burke and...
Letter to the Editor: Opposition to herbicides in Maspenock
Recently, the Conservation Commission approved the use of diquat and endothall in Lake Maspenock this spring as recommended by the Lake Maspenock Weed Management & Control Advisory Group. The Sustainable Green Committee has always opposed this use (see Page 59 of...
Marilyn Moore, 96
Marilyn S. Moore, 96, of Milford passed away March 19. Born in Lynn, she was the daughter of the late Jesse (Slade) and Harold Soper from Bonavista, Newfoundland. Marilyn worked as a nurse’s aide for many years and enjoyed taking care of her patients. After retiring...
Hopkinton Today: Tuesday, March 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 Department of Public Works is working on the second phase of a hydrant flushing project designed...
Traffic light issue at Main/Cedar reportedly resolved
The traffic light issue at the intersection of Routes 85 North and Route 135 West (Cedar Street and Main Street) was successfully resolved on March 12, according to the project expert. Main Street Corridor Project specialist Michelle Murdock explained in a March 19...
Real Estate Transactions, March 25 edition
DPW continues with second phase of town hydrant flushing project
The Department of Public Works is working on the second phase of a hydrant flushing project designed to remove minerals from the water, improving its appearance and clarity. The first phase of the project was completed on March 15. Water and Sewer Superintendent Eric...
Letter to the Editor: Praise for Center School property
The four seasons of the Center School land: Spring — We hear the sounds of birds announcing the end of winter as they forage for insects and seeds and build nests. Among them are cardinals, woodpeckers, bluebirds, robins, etc. Salamanders have been spotted emerging...
Climate Action Plan Open House give residents opportunity to shape Hopkinton’s goals
This Thursday, Hopkinton will hold its first Climate Plan Open House, allowing residents to contribute their ideas about a sustainable future for the town. Organized by Julia Chun, the town’s sustainability, economic development and equity project manager, the...
Hopkinton Today: Monday, March 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. The School Committee on Thursday reached a consensus to narrow down its name choices for the new...