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 town's latest COVID-19 update includes updates on reopening plans and has a...
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Hopkinton COVID-19 update for June 10
Editor's note: This is the town of Hopkinton's COVID-19 update for June 10. COVID-19 Updates and Precautions June 10 update Previous updates and additional information and resources can be found here: https://coronavirus-hopkintonma.hub.arcgis.com While Town Hall and...
Letter to the Editor: Markey a caring, knowledgeable leader
Fellow citizens of Hopkinton, I’m writing this letter to ask you to support Joe Markey in the upcoming election for a seat on the School Committee. Joe is a longstanding, active citizen who is knowledgeable, trustworthy and cares deeply for our town. I first...
Mental Health Collaborative needs votes for Red Sox Impact Award
The Hopkinton-based Mental Health Collaborative is one of five Massachusetts organizations nominated for a 2020 Red Sox Impact Award, which is presented to a nonprofit for its impact in the community. The organization that receives the most online votes by June 22...
Patricia St. Angelo, 78
Patricia Ann St. Angelo, 78, of Marlborough and a former longtime resident of Hopkinton, passed away from complications of endometrial cancer on June 9 at her home. Born in Hartford, Connecticut, she was the daughter of the late Katherine (Shorten) and Frederick A....
Hopkinton Today: Wednesday, June 10
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 School Committee, at its meeting last Thursday, begrudgingly approved a...
Library Corner: Virtual programs scheduled
A NOTE FROM LIBRARY DIRECTOR HEATHER BACKMAN We are actively planning how we will meet the state’s new workplace safety standards so library staff can return to the building. The standards are detailed, and it will take us some time to plan and implement new ways of...
Arrests/Police Log, June 9 edition
June 2 7:04 a.m. A Winter Street caller complained of a loud generator on all night that stopped about 30 minutes earlier. He wanted the incident logged. 11:06 a.m. Sergeant Timothy Brennan and Officers Philip Powers and Matthew Santoro completed community relations...
School Committee approves reduced budget
As the school community awaits a reentry plan from the state education department for the upcoming school year, School Committee members at their June 4 meeting unanimously approved a new budget that increases spending by 6.6 percent over the current budget. The new...
Beverly Moberg, 90
Beverly A. (Elian) Moberg of Hopkinton died on June 6 at the age of 90 after a long and wonderful life. She was born in Worcester on Jan. 2, 1930, to George and Ruth (Rylander) Elian. She grew up in Worcester and graduated from South High School as a Horace Mann...
Letter to the Editor: Coutinho ‘shows up for everyone’
I write in support of John Coutinho for Select Board. I have known John since 2009 when I was fortunate enough to move across the street. It should not surprise you that in addition to being active in the community, John is active in the neighborhood. He ALWAYS is...
Hopkinton Today: Tuesday, June 9
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 town's latest COVID-19 update, released yesterday, shows that there have...
Hopkinton COVID-19 update for June 8
Editor's note: This is the town of Hopkinton's COVID-19 update for June 8. COVID-19 Updates and Precautions June 8 update Previous updates and additional information and resources can be found here: https://coronavirus-hopkintonma.hub.arcgis.com While Town Hall and...
Letter to the Editor: Coutinho has earned right to return
I served on the Hopkinton Board of Selectmen (as it was then called) from 2010-16, and overlapped for several of those years with John Coutinho. Based on my experience with John then and since, I am pleased to endorse him for another term on the Select Board. John is...
Letter to the Editor: Coutinho has experience, leadership
I have worked with John Coutinho in many different roles over the years, including his involvement with the Boston Marathon for the town. His participation consistently and regularly enhances the outcome for Hopkinton. I currently work with John on the Zoning Advisory...
Letter to the Editor: Ronan has expertise
I write in wholehearted support of Dawn Ronan for School Committee. She has demonstrated, time and time again, her expertise in quietly navigating the slings and arrows from those with differing opinions to find points of commonality, and then to expertly build...
Letter to the Editor: Ronan offers fresh perspective
Oftentimes a fresh perspective is needed in local politics. I believe that Dawn Ronan can contribute to the school committee is this fashion. The concern for the students is paramount in Dawn's reason for seeking this position. The hands-on approach and the...
Letter to the Editor: Ronan for School Committee
I am writing to show my support for Dawn Ronan for School Committee. I truly believe there is no one more suited for this than Dawn. I have watched her wholeheartedly dedicate her time to everything that has anything to do with making the absolute best learning...
Letter to the Editor: Markey for School Committee
We support Joe Markey for School Committee. His experience in town volunteer service has given him a sophisticated understanding of the workings of public processes — legal, political, legislative, financial, permitting, taxing, borrowing. This is singular hard-won...
Letter to the Editor: Recommendation for Ronan
I would like to recommend Dawn Ronan for School Committee. I have worked with her on the Youth Commission for the past few years. Dawn is dedicated to the town, the students, the police department, Youth and Family Services and many other groups who work with us. She...