Hopkinton High School’s boys cross country team is in the midst of a strong season, and coach Laura McKenzie says it’s because her captains know that success in this sport starts well before the first starting gun sounds. “The work is done over the summer; they do all...
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Irene Timlege, 91
Irene (Terry) Timlege, 91, a lifelong Hopkinton resident, passed away peacefully on Oct. 6 following a period of declining health. She was born on Christmas Day in 1930, as the daughter of the late John and Lucy (Pomeroy) Terry. After graduating from Hopkinton High...
Hopkinton Today: Tuesday, Oct. 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. For the past five years, locals, many in costume, have participated in the Hopkinton Center...
HCA’s Wicked Weekend returns with additional activities
For the past five years, locals, many in costume, have participated in the Hopkinton Center for the Arts’ Halloween 5K run. The HCA Wicked Weekend fundraiser is back again, this time with new activities to attract individuals of all ages. The biggest addition is the...
Business Briefs: Siraco recognized by Mass General Brigham
Mass General Brigham recently recognized Milford Regional Physician Group Medical Director Elizabeth Siraco, M.D., for her outstanding leadership in primary care. Siraco, who resides in Hopkinton with her husband, Steve, an emergency department physician at Milford...
Photos: Fall foliage
Courtesy of Amit Jagdale, here are some photos of fall foliage from the area.
Senior Snippets, Oct. 12 edition
The Hopkinton Senior Center is open Mondays through Thursdays from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. and Fridays from 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. For a more extensive listing of programs and services, including lunch program menus, as well as a newsletter, check hopkintonseniorcenter.com. Anyone...
Hopkinton Today: Monday, Oct. 10
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 Grove...
Deep roster leads HHS golfers to success
Hopkinton High School golf coach Bill Phaneuf has a problem that most coaches would love to have. With tournament time right around the corner, he has so many skilled players that finding a lineup of six for the districts or the states will be a challenge. “It’s been...
Library Corner, Oct. 12 edition
For more information on any of the following programs or other activities at the library, visit hopkintonlibrary.org. The library also can be found on Facebook, @hopkintonlibrary, and on Twitter, @HopkintonPLMA. Books in Bloom The Hopkinton Garden Club and the Friends...
Main Street Corridor Project update: Eastbound detour via Grove Street this week
As part of the Main Street Corridor Project this week, an eastbound detour from Grove Street to Maple Street to Hayden Rowe Street and back to Main Street will be in place for work in the area of the Route 135/Route 85 intersection. Work will include the installation...
Photo contest winner, Oct. 12 edition
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...
Benton Cassie, 39
Benton Cassie, 39, died suddenly on Oct. 3 at his home in Hopkinton. Born in El Salvador, he was the son of Lawrence Cassie and the late Sandra (Wood) Cassie. Benton was a 2002 graduate of Hopkinton High School and a 2011 graduate of Worcester Polytechnic Institute...
Hopkinton Today: Friday, Oct. 7
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 ceremony was held Thursday to introduce this year’s Art on the Trail exhibit on Center...
Photos: Art on the Trail
A ceremony was held Thursday to introduce this year's Art on the Trail exhibit on Center Trail. The Hopkinton Cultural Council event runs from Oct. 2-16. This year’s theme is land art — “Nature’s Gallery, Branching Out” — and artists were encouraged to focus on...
Hillers Thrillers Athlete Spotlight: Johanna DuPont
A forward, Johanna DuPont recorded five goals through the first half of the season, helping the Hillers to a record of 4-3-2. A three-year varsity player, DuPont stands out for her athleticism and ability to finish from distance. “Jo is a great two-way player who...
Photos: HHS football tailgating
Families, students and fans gather on the field behind Hopkinton Middle School prior to each Hopkinton High School home football game to share food and fun. The group will be out prior to this Friday's homecoming game against Norwood from 5:30 until the 7 p.m....
Hopkinton Today: Thursday, Oct. 6
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 Boston Athletic Association has allocated 50 invitational entries to the Town of...
Arrests/Police Log, Oct. 4 edition
POLICE LOG September 27 12:10 a.m. Officer Nicholas Saletnik made checks of Pratt Way. 1:16 a.m. Officer Nicholas Saletnik checked on a box truck loading and unloading supplies on South Street. All was OK. 6:22 a.m. Officer Nicholas Saletnik made checks of Sandy Beach...
Town to receive 50 Boston Marathon entries to distribute to local groups
The Boston Athletic Association has allocated 50 invitational entries to the Town of Hopkinton for the 2023 Boston Marathon, the town announced. The Select Board will set the number distribution policy at its Oct. 11 meeting. It is expected that the application period...