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Memorial Day schedule announced

Memorial Day schedule announced

Hopkinton’s Veterans Celebration Committee recently announced plans for Memorial Day observances on Monday, May 30. The day’s events will begin at Evergreen Cemetery in Woodville at 9:45 a.m. with the placing of a wreath by American Legion and Scouts representatives,...

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Steven Beck, 59

Steven Beck, 59

It is with our family’s great sorrow that we announce the passing of Steve Beck on May 21. Steve is survived by his wife, Diana, daughter, Natalie, and son, Andrew; his father, William Beck and wife Yong Hui of Gardner; brother Gerald (Jerry) Beck and wife Judy of...

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Hopkinton Today: Friday, May 27

Hopkinton Today: Friday, May 27

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. In the wake of Tuesday’s mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas, a small group of Hopkinton...

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Hopkinton Today: Thursday, May 26

Hopkinton Today: Thursday, May 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. An email from Hopkinton Public School administrators was sent out to schools families on...

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Arrests/Police Log, May 24 edition

Arrests/Police Log, May 24 edition

ARRESTS May 22 6:55 p.m. Sergeant Aaron O’Neil and Officers Basit Dennis, Robert Ekross and Cody Normandin responded to a motor vehicle crash involving two cars on Hayward Street. A 72-year-old from Eliot, Maine, was arrested and charged with marked lanes violation...

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John Alphonse, 78

John Alphonse, 78

John August Alphonse, a longtime resident of Hudson, passed away peacefully on May 13 at his home with his family by his side. He was 78. He was the beloved husband of Cathy (Corcoran) Alphonse, to whom he was married 39 years. John was born in Abilene, Texas, son of...

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Hopkinton Today: Wednesday, May 25

Hopkinton Today: Wednesday, May 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. Hopkinton Town Manager Norman Khumalo, who recently interviewed for the city manager...

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Khumalo in running for Cambridge city manager position

Khumalo in running for Cambridge city manager position

Hopkinton Town Manager Norman Khumalo, who recently interviewed for the city manager position in Watertown, also is one of four finalists for city manager in Cambridge. As previously reported, the majority of Watertown's City Council indicated a preference for one of...

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Hopkinton Today: Tuesday, May 24

Hopkinton Today: Tuesday, May 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. A former Hopkinton resident was among the casualties of a fire that tore through a...

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Christopher Lozeau, 53

Christopher Lozeau, 53

Christopher F. Lozeau, of Worcester and formerly of Hopkinton, passed away on his 53rd birthday, May 14, as a result of the Worcester apartment fire. Born in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, he was the son of Joseph A. Lozeau Jr. and Joan M. Lozeau (Fairclough) of Cape...

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Arthur Matson, 94

Arthur Matson, 94

Arthur B. Matson Jr., 94, formerly of Hopkinton, passed away peacefully on May 14 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of Nancy C. Matson, with whom he shared 63 years of marriage. Born in Worcester, he was the son of the late Arthur and Lillian...

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