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James Hanna, 86

James Hanna, 86

James “Jim” Hanna, 86, of Ashland died peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Jan. 9. He was the beloved husband of Leila (Sherman) Hanna of Holliston for 64 years. Born in Natick, he was the son of the late John and Mary (Flynn) Hanna. Jim served his country...

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Town clerk announces election information

Town clerk announces election information

There are 16 positions available in the 2021 Town Election. Nomination papers will be available at the town clerk’s office starting Jan. 19 by request. Open positions include one seat on the Board of Assessors (3-year term), one seat on the Board of Health (3 years),...

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Hopkinton Today: Friday, Jan. 15

Hopkinton Today: Friday, Jan. 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. Superintendent Carol Cavanaugh announced Thursday afternoon that all Hopkinton...

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Peter Bacon, 78

Peter Bacon, 78

Peter Rowe Bacon, 78, of Hopkinton as well as Five Islands, Maine, passed away peacefully at Emerson Hospital in Concord on Dec. 8. Born in Waltham on July 30, 1942, he was the son of Francis Howard Bacon and Helen Margaret (Rowe) Bacon, who predeceased him. He grew...

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Hannelore Morin, 80

Hannelore Morin, 80

Hannelore Elisabet Scanlon Morin, 80, of Hopkinton passed away Dec. 21 following complications of COVID-19. Born in Walldurn, Germany, she was the daughter of the late Ottilia (Mackert) and Rudolf Lohlein. She was the wife of the late George B. Morin. Hannelore came...

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Local events planned to recognize MLK Day

Local events planned to recognize MLK Day

The Hopkinton Youth Commission, which normally puts together a service-themed program at Hopkinton Middle School and throughout the community each Martin Luther King Day, has adjusted its schedule this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The commission will continue to...

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Hopkinton Today: Thursday, Jan. 14

Hopkinton Today: Thursday, Jan. 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. Hopkinton High School robotics team members have continued to have success this...

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Arrests/Police Log, Jan. 12 edition

Arrests/Police Log, Jan. 12 edition

POLICE LOG January 5 6:39 a.m. A caller reported a vehicle struck a deer on West Main Street and was able to drive away. Officer Derek Morton responded and checked the area with a negative find on the deer. 5:29 p.m. A Tammer Lane real estate agent reported disturbing...

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Hopkinton Today: Wednesday, Jan. 13

Hopkinton Today: Wednesday, Jan. 13

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 Zoning Advisory Committee’s discussion on how to better control commercial...

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Defending TVL champion Hillers boys hockey returns

Defending TVL champion Hillers boys hockey returns

The Hopkinton High School boys ice hockey team has had to adapt and roll with the changes during the COVID-19 pandemic. At one point, ice hockey was shut down in the state as cases of the virus began to rise. But with an abbreviated 2021 season having begun last week,...

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HHS adds defense to girls hockey co-op team

HHS adds defense to girls hockey co-op team

The Dover-Sherborn/Hopkinton girls ice hockey co-op will get a significant boost from several Hopkinton High School athletes this winter, especially on the defensive end of the ice. The program, which draws athletes from six schools, has six HHS players on the roster...

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