Cindy L. Walsh, 64, died Nov. 26 after a courageous year-long battle with GI cancer. Daughter of the late Paul E. Murphy and late Nancy (Jennings) Murphy of Needham, Cindy is predeceased by her dear husband, Brian J. Walsh of Hopkinton. She leaves behind her...
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TVL names All-Stars: 4 Hillers earn MVP recognition
The Tri-Valley League recently announced its All-Stars, and Hopkinton was well-represented after a memorable fall campaign. Hopkinton had four MVPs in Sean Golembiewski (boys soccer), Georgie Clarke (girls soccer), Camille Perlov (field hockey) and Craig Salois (boys...
HMS Drama Club presents ‘Beauty and the Beast Jr.’
The Hopkinton Middle School Drama Club presents Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast Jr.” on Dec. 9 and 10 at 7 p.m. in the HMS auditorium. The classic story tells of Belle, a young woman in a provincial town, and the Beast, who is really a young prince trapped under the...
Hopkinton Today: Tuesday, Nov. 29
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. The South Asian Circle of Hopkinton (SACH) is continuing the spirit of Diwali, the Hindu...
Anne Maguire, 84
Anne M. (Murphy) Maguire, 84, of Southborough died Nov. 19 at Golden Pond Assisted Living in Hopkinton. Anne was born in Clinton, the daughter of Henry J. and Mary F. (McLaughlin) Murphy. She graduated from Sacred Heart Academy in Worcester in 1956. She went on to...
SACH’s DiwHoliday Gala returns after pandemic pause
The South Asian Circle of Hopkinton (SACH) is continuing the spirit of Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, with its DiwHoliday Gala on the evening of Dec. 10, an event highlighting the achievements of 12 women of South Asian diaspora. The event, SACH’s largest...
Next Elmwood School community forum Wednesday
As part of the town’s work on developing a plan for a potential replacement for Elmwood School, there will be another community forum this Wednesday, Nov. 30, at 6:30 p.m. This is the third in a series of public information/listening seminars. The session will be held...
Letter to the Editor: Clear-cutting bad for birds
I receive informative emails from the Audubon Society and Cornell University, both highly respected avian institutions focusing on birds and their changing populations. Apparently and alarmingly in 2022, many species are in a significant state of decline; across the...
Hopkinton Today: Monday, Nov. 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 and video of the day. As part of the Main Street Corridor Project this week, the eastbound detour from Pleasant...
Main Street Corridor Project update: Eastbound detours again in place
As part of the Main Street Corridor Project this week, the eastbound detour from Pleasant Street to Maple Street to Hayden Rowe Street and back to Main Street will be in place Monday through Friday. The eastbound detour from Grove Street to Maple Street to Hayden Rowe...
Business Profile: Hopkinton Wine and Spirits gets complete refresh under new ownership
Cousins Kishan Patel and Mohil Patel were looking to try something new when the opportunity to purchase Hopkinton Wine and Spirits emerged in July 2021. “We looked at it as a new beginning for both of us and as a way to enter the industry,” Kishan explains, “and so...
Letter to the Editor: Arena-DeRosa looks forward to serving as state rep
I wanted to take a moment and thank all the voters of Hopkinton for participating in the recent election, regardless of who you may have supported or how you voted on the ballot initiatives. I am honored by the outcome and significant support here in Hopkinton in my...
Jeanne Martin, 81
Jeanne M. Martin, 81, of Hopkinton passed away Nov. 23 at St. Patrick’s Manor in Framingham after a long battle with dementia. Born in Worcester, she was the daughter of Nina (Hamilton) and Edmund Christian of Westborough. She was the wife of 64 years to Joseph A....
Kunjung Park, 95
Kunjung Park, 95, of Leominster passed away peacefully at home on the morning of Nov. 17, surrounded by her loving family. Kunjung was born in Seoul, South Korea, on April 3, 1927. She was the third out of 10 children. She graduated from a teacher's college in South...
Letter to the Editor: Veteran thankful for Scouts’ gesture
My unexpected and greatly appreciated act of kindness this Thanksgiving was the gift of an Out Post Farm apple pie from the Troop 11 Scouts. The woman who delivered the pie stated that the Scouts raised money and wanted to share a pie with veterans and seniors. The...
Hopkinton Today: Friday, Nov. 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 and video of the day. Seamus Murphy scored three touchdowns as the Hopkinton High School football team put the...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Luna
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is Luna. Here is Baypath's description of Luna: “Gorgeous Luna traveled to us all the way from Florida after being found 20 feet...
Hillers win T-Day football battle over Ashland
Seamus Murphy scored three touchdowns as the Hopkinton High School football team put the finishing touches on its impressive bounce-back season with a 32-14 victory over Ashland in the annual Thanksgiving Day rivalry game at Hughes Field. Brendan McGowan, Justin Sokol...
Hopkinton Today: Thursday, Nov. 24
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. The 2022 football season has been marked by a strong turnaround for Hopkinton High School,...
Arrests/Police Log, Nov. 22 edition
ARRESTS November 17 2:24 p.m. A caller reported a vehicle parked in a bad spot on Fruit Street. Officers Cody Normandin responded and subsequently arrested a 45-year-old from Marlborough on a warrant. POLICE LOG November 15 2:54 a.m. Officer Nicholas Saletnik made...