Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's we feature Max and Maia. Here is Baypath's description of the pair: “Are you looking for a duo that will make you proud and constantly smiling?...
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Dennis Zifcak, 76
Lt. Col. Dennis J. Zifcak, 76, of Uxbridge and formerly of Douglas, died June 12 after an illness. He is survived by his two children, Donna Hardy of Uxbridge and Brian and wife Nicole Zifcak of Auburn; his partner, Patricia Shalbey, with whom he lived; three...
Business Briefs: Local company acquired; MRMC receives top safety grade
Hopkinton-based United Solutions, a construction software reseller, recently was acquired by Aktion Associates, Inc. United Solutions, located at 77 Main Street, has been in business for more than 37 years, advising and providing services to thousands of construction...
Hopkinton Today: Thursday, June 16
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. With efforts continuing to bring the Upper Charles Trail extension to fruition, members of...
Arrests/Police Log, June 14 edition
POLICE LOG June 7 1:08 a.m. Officer Matthew LaTour checked on a vehicle parked on Downey Street. 1:44 a.m. Officer Basit Dennis checked on Wilson Street property. 2:02 a.m. Officer Basit Dennis checked on Main Street buildings and found a door unlocked. 6:56 a.m. A...
Schools Notebook: HHS Girl Scouts take action for mental health; art students honored
An often misunderstood and underappreciated aspect of the COVID-19 pandemic has been its negative impact on mental health and well-being. Inspired to help people better navigate these challenges, Hopkinton Girl Scouts Troop 68243 decided to take action to make mental...
Photos: Flag retirement ceremony
The annual community flag retirement ceremony was held on Flag Day, Tuesday, June 14, at the Woodville Rod & Gun Club. Local Scouts and veterans partner to organize the event, which was open to the public.
Upper Charles Trail Committee discusses next steps, including public outreach
With efforts continuing to bring the Upper Charles Trail extension to fruition, members of the Upper Charles Trail Committee are turning their attention to a different section of the trail as well as public outreach efforts. Meeting one week after Chair Jane Moran...
Hopkinton Today: Wednesday, June 15
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 Hopkinton Fire Department responded to a small fire at Start Line Brewing on Hayden...
Parks & Rec roundup: Cricket Club proposes pitch at Reed Park amid resident concerns
At its meeting on Monday, the Parks & Recreation Commission invited the Hopkinton Cricket Club and neighborhood residents to discuss a proposal to install a cricket pitch at Reed Park. Ravi Dasari and Rajanagan Rasan, representatives from the Hopkinton Cricket...
Main Street Corridor Project update: Eastbound detour at 135/85 intersection this week
An Eastbound detour will be in place on Main Street at the intersection of Route 135 and Route 85 from Wednesday through Friday of this week (June 15-17) as part of the Main Street Corridor Project. Traffic will be detoured up Grove Street, across Maple Street and...
Start Line Brewing will remain open after minor fire in garage
The Hopkinton Fire Department responded to a small fire at Start Line Brewing on Hayden Rowe Street Tuesday morning. The fire was in a utility building in the back of the facility. Update, Tuesday, 5 p.m.: Start Line owner Ted Twinney reports that the fire was...
Town seeks input on design concept for new website
The town's Information Technology Department on Tuesday introduced its design concept for the redesigned town website and is asking residents for their thoughts about it. The town launched a survey in February to solicit feedback from residents, volunteers and...
Lawrence MacDonald, 96
Lawrence P. “Paul” MacDonald, 96, late of Webster and a former resident of Hopkinton and Natick, passed away in Worcester on June 6. He was the son of the late Cecelia (Cournoyer) and Alexander MacDonald, and the husband of the late Helen G. (McEwen) MacDonald, with...
Hopkinton Today: Tuesday, June 14
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 Tri-Valley League recently announced its All-Star teams, and Hopkinton High School was...
Newspaper: June 15, 2022
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Senior Snippets, June 15 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...
Library Corner, June 15 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. Schedule Update The library will be closed June 18 and...
Business Profile: Under Pressure puts sparkle back in homeowners’ eyes
Exterior cleaning company Under Pressure is celebrating its 22nd year of “helping homeowners and business owners love and revive their properties,” says owner Mark Mercer. “Even after all this time, we still love what we do.” The Hopkinton-based company has seen...
HHS players well-represented on TVL All-Star teams
The Tri-Valley League recently announced its All-Star teams, and Hopkinton High School was well-represented, including three MVPs. For boys track and field, Sean Golembiewski was named MVP. Eric Touzjian, Russell Perryman, Kavin Prasana, Craig Salois, Wyatt Ruff, Josh...