Gov. Charlie Baker on Monday announced plans for Phase 1 of his four-phase approach to reopening the state. As they reopen — or remain open — businesses are required to follow...
Gov. Baker details Phase 1 of reopening plan
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Boy Scout Troop 4 Pancake Breakfast organizers hope to reschedule
Organizers for the Boy Scout Troop 4 Pancake Breakfast, which was scheduled for April 4 but postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, remain hopeful the annual event will be held this year. In a letter to friends and supporters, organizers wrote, "We hope we can...
Shelli Breault, 64
Shelli Gwen Breault, 64, of Worcester and formerly of Hopkinton, passed away unexpectedly at her home on May 17. Born in Framingham, she was the daughter of the late Beverly Ann (Parker) and Kenneth D. Wilcox Sr. She was the beloved wife of 30 years to David F....
Hopkinton Today: Monday, May 18
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 list of candidates for the June 29 Town Election is set following the party...
Town Election candidates list set after caucuses
Following the Democratic and Republican town caucuses late last week, the list of candidates for the June 29 Town Election has been set. There are two contested races. For Select Board, incumbent vice chair John Coutinho will face Amy Ritterbusch, who currently sits...
Stephanie Hutch honored for helping careers of women
Hopkinton resident Stephanie Hutch recently was honored with the prestigious AFCEA International Women’s Appreciation Award, which recognizes members who have gone above and beyond to further the careers of women. The award ceremony took place in San Diego in March....
Business Briefs: Heather Smith joins Flimp Communications
Flimp Communications, a Hopkinton-based company that develops virtual communications and engagement solutions for employers and benefits providers, announced the addition of Hopkinton resident Heather Smith to its leadership team. Smith will serve as chief people...
HPS receives grant to replace water fountains
A $33,000 state grant will allow Hopkinton schools to replace 11 water fountains that were shut down after lead was detected in them. Water bottle filling stations will be purchased and installed using the grant, which is provided through the Massachusetts Clean Water...
Business Briefs: Milford Regional gets ‘A’ for safety
Milford Regional Medical Center was awarded an ‘A’ in the spring 2020 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade. This is the fourth consecutive time Milford Regional has received an ‘A’ for this national distinction, recognizing Milford Regional’s achievements providing safer...
Community Q&A: Darcy Repucci
Everyone in town has a story to tell and opinions to share. In this feature, we shine the spotlight on one resident to learn more about them and their connection to town. Meet: Darcy Repucci Hopkinton Independent: What brought you to Hopkinton? Repucci: “I grew up...
HHS students take first at state science fair
At the Massachusetts Science & Engineering Fair, Hopkinton High School students Sreeja Bolla and Archita Nemalikanti received a first-place award and won the Sanofi Genzyme Award, presented to the winner of the entire fair, for their project titled NeoHb: A...
Hopkinton COVID-19 update for May 15
Editor's note: This is the town of Hopkinton's COVID-19 update for May 15. COVID-19 Updates and Precautions May 15 update Previous updates and additional information and resources can be found here: https://coronavirus-hopkintonma.hub.arcgis.com Since Feb. 4 we have...
Hopkinton Today: Friday, May 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. The town's COVID-19 update for Thursday notes that there have been 105 total...
Boston Athletic Association recognizes Hopkinton athletes
The Boston Athletic Association annually holds short races for high school and middle school runners from towns on the Boston Marathon course on the weekend of the marathon. This year's races were scheduled for April 18 but were canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic....
Hopkinton COVID-19 update for May 14
Editor's note: This is the town of Hopkinton's COVID-19 update for May 14. COVID-19 Updates and Precautions May 14 update Previous updates and additional information and resources can be found here: https://coronavirus-hopkintonma.hub.arcgis.com While Town Hall and...
Hopkinton Today: Thursday, May 14
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 Hopkinton Fire Department reports that dry conditions led to a brush fire on...
Hopkinton Today: Wednesday, May 13
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 town's coronavirus update from yesterday...
Arrests/Police Log, May 12 edition
POLICE LOG May 4 9:56 a.m. Sergeant Matthew McNeil and Officers Ryan Polselli and Matthew Santoro completed community policing on Elizabeth Road. 4:27 p.m. The Westborough Police Department transferred a call about four teenagers in a black topless Jeep who threw...
Hopkinton COVID-19 update for May 12: Approach to reopening state
Editor's note: This is the town of Hopkinton's COVID-19 update for May 12. COVID-19 Updates & Precautions May 12, 2020, update Previous updates and additional information and resources can be found here: https://coronavirus-hopkintonma.hub.arcgis.com Hopkinton's...
School budget needs ‘entire redo’ due to pandemic
The $52 million school budget approved by school and town officials just weeks ago has gone up in smoke, victim to an economic crisis created by the COVID-19 pandemic. “We will need an entire redo of the Hopkinton Public Schools Budget for FY21,” superintendent Dr....
