Yesterday, my attempt to access downtown was thwarted by the stationary line of traffic on Wood Street. Today was not bad, I think it only took one cycle of the lights to get through and on my way to a Main Street business. I asked the owner how they were doing. He...
As the HALT [Hopkinton Area Land Trust] steward of Center Trail and at the risk of sounding like a curmudgeon, I respectfully request people to stop leaving painted rocks on the trail. People come to the trails to escape the bustle of motorized traffic and enjoy our...
ARRESTS September 14 10:28 p.m. Officer Robert Ekross arrested a 19-year-old from Westborough on Wood Street on a warrant and additionally charged him with license not in possession, speeding in violation of special regulation, and number plate violation. Officer Cody...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4SRrCDVzTnI The Select Board at its meeting Tuesday night considered several issues, including future uses for the Center School property. Dan McIntyre of the Permanent Building Committee gave a presentation on behalf of the Center...
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 photo and video of the day. Hopkinton Health Director Shaun McAuliffe, in his update to the Select Board on Tuesday...
Hopkinton Health Director Shaun McAuliffe, in his update to the Select Board on Tuesday night, praised his COVID-19 response team and said the staffers do not deserve to have residents treat them rudely while they are doing their jobs. “Right now they are recognized...
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 photo and video of the day. There have been some COVID cases at the Hopkinton Public Schools, but overall, the first...
There have been some COVID cases at the Hopkinton Public Schools, but overall, the first few weeks have gone well, according to Superintendent Carol Cavanaugh. In an email to school families on Friday, Cavanaugh wrote that the schools "have enjoyed a strong return to...
In recent weeks, the town has overseen a new paving process known as cold-in-place recycling. According to a town press release, Department of Public Works Director John Westerling and Highway Manager Mike Mansir were instrumental in bringing the method to Hopkinton,...
David Alan Rice, 75, of Bellingham, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Sept. 19. Born in Dorchester, he was the son of the late Ruth (Ingalls) and Clyde Rice. David was a 1963 graduate of Bellingham High School. He then went on to earn an associate degree from...
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 photo and video of the day. The PolyArts festival returned to the Town Common on Saturday and had a big turnout. We...
The Hopkinton Cultural Council on Saturday hosted the unveiling of the latest additions to the diversity mural project along the fence at EMC Park. The new murals are: "Hopkinton is Multi-Colored" by Rick Jacobs, "Ready to Fly Wings" by Roselyn Jeun, "Perpetual...
The Hopkinton PolyArts festival returned to the Town Common on Saturday. The event, established in 1974, features regional artisans, crafters and local nonprofits.
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 photo and video of the day. At its meeting Wednesday, the Parks & Recreation Commission discussed progress made on...
At its meeting Wednesday, the Parks & Recreation Commission discussed progress made on several ongoing issues, including the Fruit Street turf fields assessment, some decaying Town Common trees and the nearly completed dog park. Ian Lacy, the lead project advisor...
Madeline J. Norton, 88, of Hopkinton passed away Sept. 14 at her home surrounded by family. Born in Natick, she was the daughter of the late John and June (Sobieski) Garvey and wife of the late Henry “Bud” Norton, who died in 1985. Madeline worked as a bookkeeper for...
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 photo and video of the day. Most people have jobs that give them an income; others have careers that provide...
ARRESTS September 9 10:28 a.m. On Hayden Rowe Street, Officer Ryan Polselli arrested John Noel Savasta Church, 28, of 617 Pine St., Central Falls, Rhode Island, on a warrant. September 11 10:39 p.m. On Hayden Rowe Street, Sergeant Arthur Schofield and Officers Ryan...
Most people have jobs that give them an income; others have careers that provide satisfaction. And then there are the lucky few, like guitar craftsman Patrick Morrissey of Hopkinton, whose work is his passion. “It has been fantastic to focus on something I really love...
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is Milo, who is 6 months old. Here is Baypath's description of Milo: Meet Milo! This handsome boy is always ready to...
