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Hopkinton Today: Friday, Aug. 26

Hopkinton Today: Friday, Aug. 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 and video of the day. Some 30 teen artists from Hopkinton and three neighboring towns will be displaying...

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Warning posted for State Park main beach

Warning posted for State Park main beach

The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) posted a warning for the main beach at Hopkinton State Park. The warning is due to high bacteria levels in the water based on test results released Wednesday. The DCR noted that there may be a health...

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Hopkinton Today: Thursday, Aug. 25

Hopkinton Today: Thursday, Aug. 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. Doris Early is the new president of the Hopkinton Women’s Club, the oldest nonprofit...

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Arrests/Police Log, Aug. 23 edition

Arrests/Police Log, Aug. 23 edition

ARRESTS August 21 4:38 a.m. A caller reported an accident involving a male in a blue Toyota by the State Park entrance on Cedar Street. Officers Brennan Grimley and Nicholas Saletnik responded and requested translation assistance from the Milford Police Department. A...

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Hopkinton Today: Wednesday, Aug. 24

Hopkinton Today: Wednesday, Aug. 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. Grade configurations and a timetable for public forums related to the Elmwood School...

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George Hayes, 87

George Hayes, 87

George Emerson Hayes, 87, of Holliston passed away peacefully at Timothy Daniels House in Holliston on Aug. 22. Born in Boston on March 29, 1935, he was the son of the late Vincent and Rose (Jordan) Hayes. He was the husband of 59 years to the late Ann “Nancy”...

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William Gorman, 90

William Gorman, 90

William Francis Gorman, 90, of Hopkinton passed away peacefully at his homestead surrounded by his loving family on Aug. 22. Born in Framingham, he was the son of the late Marguerite (Garvey) and William Francis Gorman. He was the husband of 61 years to his high...

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Hopkinton Today: Monday, Aug. 22

Hopkinton Today: Monday, Aug. 22

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 contractor will continue work at...

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Hopkinton Today: Friday, Aug. 19

Hopkinton Today: Friday, Aug. 19

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. Thursday’s Special Town Meeting was short and to the point, and an overwhelming majority of...

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Kenneth Patrick, 90

Kenneth Patrick, 90

Kenneth Patrick, 90, of Medway — a former resident of Pleasantville, New York; Madison, Connecticut; and Mashpee — passed away on Aug. 15. Born in New York City, he was the last child of 10 siblings born to Katherine (McGee) and George Patrick. He was the husband of...

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Hopkinton Today: Thursday, Aug. 18

Hopkinton Today: Thursday, Aug. 18

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. One man was killed and a wrong-way driver was charged after a crash on Interstate 495 in...

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