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. Ecological, health impacts of drones a concern for residents A proposed Amazon drone hub in...
A Hopkinton woman was sentenced in federal court in Boston on Wednesday for her role in a scheme to defraud banks in Massachusetts, Connecticut and Rhode Island of millions of dollars over the course of several years. According to a press release from the U.S....
Anne Mattina has lived in Hopkinton for 30 years. A lover of local and Irish history, she has channeled her enthusiasm into engaging residents to explore the richness of Hopkinton’s past. This fall, the Hopkinton Historical Society is celebrating its 75th anniversary...
The 2026 Hopkinton High School girls soccer team has a mix of returning players and newcomers, and coach Dan Collins is focused on getting his players to gel while making sure that all of them are key contributors to the overall success. “I say this all the time, it’s...
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 8-year-old Scruffy. Here is Baypath's description of Scruffy: “Scruffy is a sweet senior looking for a cozy retirement home...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=znQc1P60-uQ The Charter Review Committee at Wednesday's public forum recommended that the public think of any suggested revisions in terms of their future impact, not by judging in terms of opinions on current public servants. Town...
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. Town leaders provide input on charter revisions ahead of STM The Charter Review Committee on...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sqw_FuQDDzY In a last-minute addition to its agenda, the Conservation Commission on Tuesday responded to a stormwater management violation reported by the conservation administrator at the Charleswood School project site. Conservation...
This week I learned about Amazon Prime Air’s plans to build a drone launching pad in Westborough. From my years of city living, I’ve learned the value of peace and quiet. My husband and I feel so lucky to live in a quiet setting like Hopkinton, where we can listen to...
Drivers are encouraged to find alternate routes to access Interstate 495 northbound Friday night as crews conduct a 24-hour ramp closure at the Interstate 90/Interstate 495 interchange in Hopkinton Friday and Saturday. The closure will begin Friday at 8 p.m. and...
Water-Sewer Manager Jed Fenneuff announced that a power loss incident at the Howe Street water treatment plant in Ashland on Wednesday may result in water discoloration. According to a notice from Fenneuff, the power issue caused the plant's pump to cycle on and off...
Josée Vachon has represented the Franco-American community in New England all around the world with her music. She has played her French language music in Quebec, France, Berlin and Martinique for audiences and dignitaries. She hosted a French language local access...
The Hopkinton Independent presents A Slice of Hopkinton photo contest, sponsored by BoMain pizza bar and grill. Readers are encouraged to submit photos of people, places or things in Hopkinton. The Independent staff will select one winner for each issue. The winner...
Hopkinton High School girls cross country coach Jean Cann said that her relatively inexperienced team might suffer some losses this year, but she’s hoping the squad can find a love for running that will outlast the 2026 season. “I tell them this should be the...
Family-owned Bar-low Heating and Air Conditioning has serviced more than a thousand homes in Hopkinton and surrounding towns over nearly a decade. Owner Mike “Hutch” Hutchinson started Bar-low after about 30 years in the HVAC industry. His daughter Kaylyn joined the...
ARRESTS Sept. 27 9:38 p.m. Officers stopped and arrested a 41-year-old Milford man on West Main Street. He was charged with resisting arrest, littering from a motor vehicle, speeding in violation of special regulation, negligent operation of a motor vehicle and...
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. HHS recognized for high student performance, growth Hopkinton High School recently was named a 2026...
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...
A discussion about municipal water sparked a broader conversation about the Board of Health’s communication strategies at its meeting Monday night. Chair Nasiba Mannan kicked things off by noting that the Water & Sewer Advisory Board recently completed an...
