The monthly Veterans Breakfast, which has been on hiatus during the pandemic, returned Friday morning at the Town Common. Master of ceremonies Hank Allessio was recognized for his volunteer work, and state Rep. Carolyn Dykema was among those who spoke.
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Hopkinton Today: Friday, Oct. 2
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. The decision to close schools Tuesday and Wednesday after two high school...
Superintendent explains closing to School Committee: ‘We decided to err on the side of caution’
The decision to close schools Tuesday and Wednesday after two high school students tested positive for COVID-19 allowed necessary time for contact tracing, superintendent Carol Cavanaugh told members of the Hopkinton School Committee at its Thursday meeting. “There...
Residents asked to review yard sign regulations
The town sent out a press release Thursday requesting residents be aware of the regulations regarding the display of temporary signs. The regulations are contained in zoning bylaw 210-179, and the enforcement of the regulations falls under the purview of the Building...
Ann Forrest, 87
Ann Louise Forrest, 87, of Hopkinton passed away Sept. 29. Born in Cambridge, she was the daughter of the late Mabel (Melanson) and Richard Doucette. She was the wife of the late Kenneth David Forrest. Ann had worked for the telephone company until 1967. She was an...
Hopkinton Today: Thursday, Oct. 1
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. Health director Shaun McAuliffe and Hopkinton Public Schools superintendent...
Hopkinton COVID-19 update for Sept. 30
Editor's note: This is the town of Hopkinton's COVID-19 update for Sept. 30. COVID-19 Updates and Precautions Sept. 30 update Previous updates and additional information and resources can be found here: coronavirus-hopkintonma.hub.arcgis.com/ Hopkinton Town Hall...
Early in-person voting at Senior Center Oct. 17-30
Following is a press release from town clerk Connor Degan regarding early voting for the Nov. 3 election. Early voting in person will be offered from Saturday, Oct. 17, until Friday, Oct. 30. Due to occupancy issues at Town Hall, the Board of Registrars voted on Sept....
Newspaper: Sept. 30, 2020
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Superintendent: ‘We feel very safe about opening the doors tomorrow’
Health director Shaun McAuliffe and Hopkinton Public Schools superintendent Carol Cavanaugh, appearing on HCAM’s Hopkinton Hangout Hour on Wednesday night, provided more details on the...
DPW hosts household hazardous waste collection Oct. 17
The Department of Public Works is hosting a household hazardous waste collection day on Saturday, Oct. 17, from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. at the DPW facility at 83 Wood St. The collection is for household hazardous products only. Items should be kept in their original, sealed...
With schools set to reopen Thursday, district asks families to follow COVID protocols
The following information was emailed to Hopkinton schools families on Wednesday from superintendent Carol Cavanaugh. The Hopkinton Public Schools want to remain open, so it’s important that all families follow these protocols: 1. If your child or anyone in your...
Independent Thoughts: Residents frustrated with yard sign thefts, vandalism
We might be a society that is driven by social media, but an old-fashioned method of communication has seen a surge in popularity this year. Yard signs are all over town. There are signs celebrating graduates of high school, middle school and even preschool. There are...
Smith receives state Women’s Club honor
Loyal. Enthusiastic. Dedicated. These are just a few words members of the Hopkinton Women’s Club use to describe Marie Smith. And it’s because of her loyalty, enthusiasm and dedication that Smith was recently named the General Federation of Women’s Club of...
Photo contest winner, Sept. 30 edition
The Hopkinton Independent presents “A Slice of Hopkinton” photo contest, sponsored by Bill’s Pizzeria. 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 will have...
Hopkinton Today: Wednesday, Sept. 30
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. For the first time since the beginning of the Hopkinton High School golf...
Superintendent: Stay off courts, fields during school
Hopkinton Public Schools superintendent Carol Cavanaugh emailed schools families on Wednesday — for the second time this month — with a request that community members refrain from using the outdoor track and tennis courts at the high school/middle school complex. “In...
Arrests/Police Log, Sept. 29 edition
POLICE LOG September 22 12:39 a.m. A School Street resident reported a Black Lives Matter sign was vandalized with spray paint. Officer Stephen Buckley checked the area and logged the incident. 9:03 a.m. A caller reported a motor vehicle accident on West Main Street....
HPD introduces program to help with disposal of prescription drugs
The Hopkinton Police Department announced a new program offered by the MED-Project (Medication Education & Disposal) allowing residents to properly dispose of prescription drugs by requesting a free, prepaid mail-back envelope sent directly to their home. For more...
Window open for families to request change in hybrid/remote learning model
Superintendent Carol Cavanaugh emailed school families Tuesday with a reminder that the first window to make a request for a change in students' learning models opened today and closes Thursday at 5 p.m. This is one of only two windows during which a request can be...