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By Linda Connelly Special to the Independent In late March, when we were dealing with a rising tide of new coronavirus cases, I sought solace in the past. Hopkinton had gone through an epidemic of influenza just following the first World War and had come out in one...
Good morning, Hopkinton! For those new to the site, this post is a daily update we call Hopkinton Today. We'll have a quick recap of yesterday's news, highlights for the coming day and a video or two to brighten your day. The governor's order requiring face masks or...
The Hopkinton Garden Club announced Tuesday that its annual plant sale has been canceled this year. The event traditionally is held the Saturday before Mother's Day. "We know many look forward to it as much as we do, and will we miss seeing you and chatting about our...
Animals in need of homes can still find shelter through the storm. As the nation slows down during this pandemic, Hopkinton-based animal rescuers remain busy connecting pets with new families while adapting to the new realities of the crisis. Closing of greyhound...
Young people, ages 5 through 16, are fascinated with the Wild Adventure Programming at Southwick’s Zoo in Mendon, and registration is open for these popular summer activities that begin June 22. “We’re hoping with a late June start we can hold all these educational...
Armin Lewis Burdick, 27, of Millis, passed away April 29 as a result of an automobile accident. Born in Boston, he was the son of Betsabeh Ghazian and George Burdick of Southborough, and father to Elora Burdick, age 2. Armin attended the Faith Community Church in...
Good morning, Hopkinton! For those new to the site, this post is a daily update we call Hopkinton Today. We'll have a quick recap of yesterday's news, highlights for the coming day and a video or two to brighten your day. While the state's death total from COVID-19...
Having some extra time to spend at home is just what a pair of Hopkinton brothers needed to get their charity project up and running. Aarav Mehta, 11, and his brother Arjun, 8, have been fortunate enough to see more than a dozen countries and nearly two dozen U.S....
Robert King, 70, a longtime Natick resident, died April 29 at Eliot Center for Health and Rehabilitation. He was born May 12, 1949, in Dorchester, a son to the late Kenneth and Eleanor (Driscoll) King. He moved to Natick as a young teenager in 1962, graduating from...
William P. Hayward Sr., 78, died April 27 at the Lahey Hospital and Medical Center after a brief illness. He was the husband of Marilyn (Dumas) Hayward. Born in Framingham, he was the son of the late Francis “Doc” and Virginia (Fecteau) Hayward. He was a 1959 graduate...
Editor's note: This is the town of Hopkinton's COVID-19 update for May 1. COVID-19 Updates & Precautions May 1, 2020, PM update Previous updates and additional information and resources can be found here: https://coronavirus-hopkintonma.hub.arcgis.com While Town...
Eugene (Wen) Tanubrata (Tan Kai Jan) departed this world the morning of April 30, in his 93rd year. Wen’s amazing life spanned many generations and continents. He was born March 26, 1927, in Cirebon, Indonesia, to Tan Gin Han and Nelly De Vos, the second youngest of...
Charles (Chuck) Woods passed away on April 30 in Hopkinton at an assisted living facility. He lived with frontal-temporal dementia for a number of years and finally succumbed to COVID-19. His death was peaceful and comfortable, thanks to his hospice workers. Chuck...
Good morning, Hopkinton! For those new to the site, this post is a daily update we call Hopkinton Today. We'll have a quick recap of yesterday's news, highlights for the coming day and a video or two to brighten your day. Another Hopkinton resident passed away after...
While local traditions continue to be affected by the coronavirus pandemic, organizers of the Sharon Timlin Memorial Event have plans to make this year’s event memorable in a new way. The Timlin 5K road race, scheduled for June 20, is shifting to a virtual activity....
POLICE LOG April 21 1:14 a.m. Officer Robert Ekross checked on the gates at the Fruit Street fields and secured them. 10:05 a.m. A caller reported a dog roaming around Schofield Road. Officer Moira McGaffigan responded and reported the dog has been reunited with its...
Good morning, Hopkinton! For those new to the site, this post is a daily update we call Hopkinton Today. We'll have a quick recap of yesterday's news, highlights for the coming day and a video or two to brighten your day. Golden Pond assisted living facility has...
The town has seen the first COVID-19 deaths from Golden Pond assisted living facility, where 37 residents had tested positive earlier this month. According to Shaun McAuliffe, the town’s Health Department director, four Golden Pond residents have died after...
Seeking to update the bylaw to give the town more control over where commercial, ground-mounted solar installations are located, the Planning Board has been hearing from frustrated residents as well as property owners who have expressed an interest in having their...
