Former Hopkinton High School boys and girls basketball coach Dick Bliss was announced as a member of this year’s Massachusetts Basketball Coaches Association Hall of Fame. Bliss led the boys basketball team in the 1980s. After moving to the girls program in 1996,...
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 of the day. 'Out of Place' submissions wanted for Center Trail art exhibit The Hopkinton Cultural Council's Art...
Buying a vacation home is more than a dream — it’s a bold step toward building memories, wealth and freedom. Whether you're picturing morning coffee with a mountain view or beach days with the family, the great news is this: There are a few creative and powerful ways...
Madison Recupero and Nina Tzouganatos have been best friends since they were middle schoolers and shared numerous memories on the soccer pitch. This summer, the pair became two of just 60 players in the country to be named to the United Soccer Coaches High School...
The town’s latest Main Street Corridor Project update released Friday shared that Verizon and the town are in disagreement over the company's work schedule, as other utilities near completion of their duties. Verizon planned to work on-site in Hopkinton for one or two...
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 of the day. Hopkinton resident who is BU professor earns NIH grant for medical students Hopkinton resident Dr....
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 3-year-old Anubis. Here is Baypath's description of Anubis: “Looking for a big-hearted companion who brings joy, laughter and...
The Department of Public Works announced Thursday at 8 a.m. that there was an emergency road closure in the area of 83 Wood Street to repair a gas line break. Fire and police personnel were on hand along with representatives from Eversource. Drivers were advised to...
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 of the day. HPL partners with animal shelters to offer dog-themed events, fine forgiveness The dog days of...
The town’s Finance Department on Monday reported attempted check fraud using the town’s accounts payable account to the Hopkinton Police Department, according to department staff members. “The Treasurer for the Town [CJ Paquette] filed a police report since there was...
John E. Deignan Jr., 67, of Hopkinton and formerly of Norwich, Connecticut, died at home on July 21, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. John was born in Providence, Rhode Island. He was the son of Geraldine Deignan and the late John E. Deignan. He is...
ARRESTS July 27 7:26 p.m. On West Main Street, Officer Justin Cappuccio arrested a 36-year-old from Milford on a straight warrant arrest and additionally charged him with unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle. [Editor’s note: The Hopkinton Independent’s policy for...
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 of the day. Ash Hop Porchfest returns, looks to build on success Ash Hop Porchfest returns to backyards in...
A Hopkinton man who operated a roofing and construction company in Framingham with his wife was sentenced Monday in federal court in Boston for his efforts to defraud their workers’ compensation insurance carriers, the Small Business Administration (SBA) and their...
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 of the day. PJB looks to source backpacks, school supplies for students in need Project Just Because's annual...
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 of the day. Fall Parks & Rec program preview open, registration begins Aug. 6 From now until Aug. 6,...
Overnight work on ramps at the Interstate 90/I-495 interchange in Hopkinton will continue starting Sunday. According to a notice from the Massachusetts Department of Transportation, separate phases of ramp work at the interchange will begin Sunday night and continue...
The School Committee on Thursday made plans to garner input from families and staff about their preferred 2026-27 school calendar. Members also received an update on the status of federal grants, some of which are “frozen” and under review by the U.S. Department of...
Francis S. Parisi, 90, formerly of Waltham, passed away peacefully on July 14, 2025. Throughout his life, Francis had the opportunity to call many places home, including Hopkinton; Venice, Florida; Naperville, Illinois; and Medfield. Born in Waltham, he was the son of...
