Hopkinton Police Chief Joseph Bennett says he hopes the community will continue to show support for him and his officers following the “disgusting and appalling” death of George Floyd while in police custody in Minnesota and the worldwide protests and vigils that have...
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Newspaper: June 17, 2020
Independent Thoughts: Special birthdays draw crowds to honor Mackin, Finnegan
It’s become common to see a drive-by birthday celebration during the pandemic. Recently there were two extra-special such events. On June 5 Hopkinton High School senior Liam Finnegan turned 19, and a parade of cars carrying well-wishers made its way through his Rocky...
Letter to the Editor: Stone dust better choice for trails
I’m one of the signers of the petition to keep Hopkinton’s woodland trails soft-surfaced. With 210 signatures so far on the online petition and more on the original paper petition, it seems like a lot of trail users agree with me. I usually make two points about the...
Letter to the Editor: Ritterbusch a ‘fully invested citizen’
We endorse Amy Ritterbusch for Select Board with the greatest of confidence. Amy has a long history as an enthusiastic, selfless and equitable member of many town, school and civic organizations. Her experience with the Planning Board, Growth Study Committee,...
Hopkinton Today: Monday, June 15
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. Former longtime Hopkinton resident Sandy Altamura has liver disease, her...
Letter to the Editor: Ritterbusch ‘a powerhouse of knowledge’
Amy Ritterbusch is a powerhouse of knowledge about Hopkinton. Any question I have regarding the town Amy has the answers immediately. She serves the town in many ways — she is on the Planning Board, the Design Review Board, eHop Board, Historic Commission. She chaired...
Timlin virtual 5K set for June 20
The 17th annual Sharon Timlin 5K will look a lot different this year. Instead of about 1,500 people following the same route in support of raising money for ALS research, individuals will participate remotely. Organizers have asked registrants to join them by running,...
Letter to the Editor: Coutinho ‘a strong leader’
Dear Hopkinton neighbors, It gives me great pleasure to support John Coutinho in his reelection to the Hopkinton Select Board. Though I am a relatively new member of the Hopkinton community, I have had enough interactions with John to understand his deep and...
HHS sophomore wins national art award
Emma Lucy used two common household items, an iPad and a glow stick, to create a national award-winning piece of art. Inspired by a digital art theme of creating light in a dark room, the Hopkinton High School sophomore used her iPad on “long, slow exposure” to...
Letter to the Editor: Ritterbusch gets nod
I’ve had the pleasure to work with both John Coutinho and Amy Ritterbusch, first with Amy on the Planning Board and then with John on the Select Board. I can honestly say that both are very dedicated to the Town of Hopkinton and care deeply for the well being of...
PJB, Baypath join forces to provide pet supplies for those in need
When a little boy was seeking help during the winter holiday season from Project Just Because, which provides food and resources for people in need, he was asked his top three wishes. “A treat for my dog,” was one of his responses. That answer reinforced something...
Letter to the Editor: Ritterbusch ‘best for Hopkinton’
We are writing to endorse Amy Ritterbusch for Hopkinton Select Board. For us, a vote for Amy is not about partisanship or against another candidate. A vote for Amy is about what’s best for Hopkinton. We are fortunate to have worked with Amy in several capacities over...
Letter to the Editor: Ritterbusch a fresh voice
Making an endorsement for Select Board is difficult for me in that I know both candidates well. Both have been of service to the town for many years and have contributed to our community in significant ways. I have worked with Amy Ritterbusch in a few capacities, but...
Letter to the Editor: Markey’s commitment well-established
I am wholeheartedly endorsing Joe Markey for one of the two open School Committee positions in the upcoming Hopkinton Town Election. I feel confident to speak of the high regard in which Joe is held in town, having been a friend of Joe’s and the Markey family for over...
Letter to the Editor: Batlle-Rafferty has experience
I would like to express my support for my friend Lya Batlle-Rafferty for the Hopkinton School Committee. Lya has a degree in cognitive science from MIT and a master’s in adult education and training. I served with Lya on the Board of Assessors. I found her to be a...
Letter to the Editor: Ritterbusch has answers
I am writing a letter in support of Amy Ritterbusch for Select Board. I have known Amy for four years and have worked with her for a little over three years on the Hopkinton Historic District Commission. Amy is the first person I contact when I have absolutely any...
Letter to the Editor: Ritterbusch thorough, balanced
I am excited to support Amy Ritterbusch in her pursuit of a position on our Select Board. More than 10 years ago, I met Amy through the Hopkinton PTA. She was always a visible face at school events, whether fundraising, volunteering or generating new ideas. Amy is...
Hopkinton Today: Friday, June 12
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 Select Board, at a special meeting yesterday afternoon, approved additional...
Milford Regional reopens all services, implements additional safety measures
Milford Regional Medical Center announced Thursday at all services have been reopened to the community, with safety measures in place. Following is the release from the hospital. As Milford Regional reopens all of our services to the community, we want to reassure our...