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Hopkinton Today: Tuesday, Aug. 10

Hopkinton Today: Tuesday, Aug. 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 video or two to brighten your morning. An email from Superintendent of Schools Carol Cavanaugh to district families...

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Bollywood band to perform on Town Common this Sunday

Bollywood band to perform on Town Common this Sunday

The Parks & Recreation Department's Concert on the Common this Sunday will have an Indian flavor, as Din Check — billed as New England's premier Bollywood band — performs at 5 p.m. The performance coincides with India Independence Day and is part of Parks &...

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Hopkinton Today: Monday, Aug. 9

Hopkinton Today: Monday, Aug. 9

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 video or two to brighten your morning. People are returning to the Boating in Boston programs at Hopkinton State Park,...

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Boating back in business at Hopkinton State Park

Boating back in business at Hopkinton State Park

Music from the 2010s plays on the radio while campers run around — some playing four square while others have a chin-up competition. Out on the Hopkinton Reservoir, five tiny, elementary-aged children are wearing helmets and learning how to sail. There is camp taking...

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Marathon spotlight: Morgan Woodman

Marathon spotlight: Morgan Woodman

Leading up to the Oct. 11 Boston Marathon, the Independent will profile local charity runners. This issue we highlight Morgan Woodman, who is running to raise funds for Friends of Hopkinton. “It is my greatest pleasure to give back to the community that has given so...

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Lois White, 95

Lois White, 95

Lois Alfreda White, 95, of Hopkinton passed away Aug. 4.  Born in Dorchester, she was the daughter of the late Elizabeth (Wardle) and Ephraim Nickerson. She was married for 63 years to the late Frederick S. White. Alfreda was a proud member of the Nickerson Family...

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Dora Garabedian, 70

Dora Garabedian, 70

Dora Verne Garabedian passed away in Milford on Aug. 5 at age 70. Dora’s life centered around an appreciation for art, music, education, community and family. Dora’s creativity and joie de vivre left an indelible impression on those who knew her. Dora graduated from...

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Hopkinton Today: Friday, Aug. 6

Hopkinton Today: Friday, Aug. 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 video or two to brighten your morning. One of the many negative consequences of COVID pandemic had been a restriction...

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Town Hall Q&A: Assistant Town Manager Elaine Lazarus

Town Hall Q&A: Assistant Town Manager Elaine Lazarus

Elaine Lazarus first came to Hopkinton in 1992 as town planner and she has played key roles in the town’s growth over the past three decades. She currently serves as assistant town manager. Lazarus grew up in Raynham and got her undergraduate degree from UMass in...

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Kristen Webb, 51

Kristen Webb, 51

Kristen “Misting Waters” (Yanski) Webb, 51, of Woonsocket, Rhode Island, died July 28 in Landmark Medical Center, Woonsocket. She was the wife of Thomas Webb, whom she married Aug. 23, 2008. Born in Woonsocket, she was the daughter of Sheila (Miskiawick-Yanski) Robeau...

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Hopkinton Today: Thursday, Aug. 5

Hopkinton Today: Thursday, Aug. 5

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 video or two to brighten your morning. Mark Sanborn had a positive experience during his years as a three-sport...

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Arrests/Police Log, Aug. 3 edition

Arrests/Police Log, Aug. 3 edition

POLICE LOG July 27 12:10 a.m. Officer Cody Normandin checked on Ash Street property. 6:16 a.m. Officer Cody Normandin checked on Wilson Street property. 7:55 a.m. A caller reported the traffic lights on Grove Street were not cycling correctly. The DPW was notified....

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Sanborn excited to lead Hillers football

Sanborn excited to lead Hillers football

Mark Sanborn had a positive experience during his years as a three-sport standout at Hopkinton High School, and he wants the same for his players now that he is taking the reins of the Hillers football program. “I enjoyed the experience of being teammates with guys I...

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