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Peter Kenneth Familetto, 69, of Hopkinton, passed away Oct. 25. Born in Cambridge, he was the son of the late Eleanor (L’Esperance) and Lawrence Familetto. He was the husband of 18 years to Kathleen (Hardin) Familetto of Hopkinton. Peter was a member of the Army...
Science writer Hulick releases ‘Strange But True’ As a young child, Kathryn Hulick dreamed of being an author. Curious and creative by nature, she was in awe of everything that seemed magical and mysterious. She penned her first novel in high school and honed her...
The Hopkinton Center for the Arts will be celebrating self-acceptance and self-expression through the arts as it hosts its fifth annual fundraising gala. The gala, which will be held at HCA’s Delbridge Performing Arts Center from 7-11 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 2, is the...
The South Asian Circle of Hopkinton (SACH) will be celebrating the “Festival of Lights” with the Hopkinton community with its annual Diwali Gala dinner on Saturday, Nov. 9, at the Hopkinton Center for the Arts. This year’s event is themed “A Journey through South...
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: George Robinson Q: What brought you to Hopkinton? George: “I grew up here, [and] it ended...
If Heather Smith had her choice, fundraising would be her full-time job. Over the years, the Hopkinton resident and human resources executive has been involved volunteering her time and helping to raise funds for a number of causes in the community. “One hundred...
Jackie Potenzone has a warning for fellow Hopkinton residents. Potenzone, who has lived on Wood Street for two decades and run a hair salon there for the past 18 years, said the Main Street Corridor Project should scare everyone in Hopkinton, due to the town forcing...
Editor’s note: This is a new feature in the Independent called “Hopkinton High-Five” where we salute a resident who has made contributions to the town. John Coutinho has spent a lifetime trying to emulate his parents’ spirit of volunteering. Coutinho, who serves as...
While much of Weston Nurseries’ land has been converted into modern homes at Legacy Farms, this property across the street from the company’s retail building remains a throwback to a quieter time in town. PHOTO/FRED PARSONS
Center provides opportunities for growth, self-expression, enjoyment for all ages “You: Artists Depict Themselves” is the theme of the Hopkinton Center for the Arts’ current juried art exhibit (through Nov. 19) highlighting more than 40 visual artists. It reflects...
Editor’s note: These comments refer to the article “Proposed Main Street bike lane raises safety concerns” from the Oct. 16 issue (Page 9), in which Ed Harrow was quoted extensively. To the Editor: I hope you will entertain my attempt to clarify several points. As...
To the Editor: Needing to go into the Town Hall, I saw the sign that I was unable to park in the parking lot where I usually park before entering the Town Hall. I was shocked. I know that a new parking lot is being planned behind the Town Hall eventually, however, for...
To the Editor: I’m sure that many of my fellow citizens have observed the many dead trees lining the sides of our town roads. Many branches hanging over the roads. A month ago we witnessed first-hand what happens when a large tree falls. There was no high wind at the...
Anderson Field project hits fundraising goal Congratulations to organizers of the Lauren Anderson Field Restoration Project, who announced in early October that they had already hit their fundraising goal. The project has raised more than $30,000 in donations and...
Support grows for Hillers’ special athletes The Hopkinton High School unified basketball team saw a surge in numbers in its second season, with nearly 40 partners joining the program’s four athletes in an experience that has been special for all involved. “It’s...
Flying disc game becomes more popular in Hopkinton In 2017, Liz Siber walked into the Hopkinton Parks and Recreation office looking to find a way to introduce youth to Ultimate, a sport she picked up as a graduate student in 2001. With support from Parks & Rec and...
The Hopkinton Public Schools went full STEAM ahead with a week of fun and educational science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics activities throughout the district. Oct. 21-25 was officially STEM Week in Massachusetts, a statewide effort “to boost the...
Expansion plans amount to biggest expenses The Hopkinton School District may be looking for more than $16 million in capital requests for FY21. Director of finance and operations Susan Rothermich presented the preliminary capital 10-year plan during the Oct. 17 School...
The Hopkinton Public Schools are looking to expand their career readiness offerings thanks to a grant from the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. Assistant superintendent Jen Parson, Hopkinton High School principal Evan Bishop and math teacher/subject...
ARRESTS October 10 11:42 a.m. Sergeant Aaron O’Neil and Officers Moira McGaffigan and Benjamin Stickney responded to Hopkinton High School on Hayden Rowe Street and arrested Angelo O. Maisonet, 18, of 58 Warren Road, Framingham, on a warrant charge. October...
