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 of the day. Abigail Hanscom, director of student services in Hopkinton, described transition as “the next...
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Senior Snippets, June 26 edition
The Hopkinton Senior Center is open Mondays through Thursdays from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. and Fridays from 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. For a more extensive listing of programs and services, including lunch program menus, as well as a newsletter, check hopkintonseniorcenter.com. Anyone...
EXCEL program teaches older special education students life skills
Abigail Hanscom, director of student services in Hopkinton, described transition as “the next frontier of education.” For students ages 18-22, the district offers the EXCEL life skills program, which supports young people with special education eligibility who do not...
Slice of Hopkinton photo contest winner, June 26 edition
The Hopkinton Independent presents “A Slice of Hopkinton” photo contest, sponsored by Bill’s Pizzeria. Readers are encouraged to submit photos of people, places or things in Hopkinton. The Independent staff will select one winner for each issue. The winner will have...
Conservation Commission, The Trails work on stormwater management compliance issues
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c5fORukliIE The Conservation Commission on Tuesday night decided to continue a cease and desist hearing against The Trails at Legacy Farms. Chair Jeff Barnes said he would work on a “roadmap forward” with Conservation Administrator Kim...
Parks & Rec Commission discusses withdrawn EMC Park lot parking agreement
The Parks & Recreation Commission learned Tuesday night that the high school’s proposed parking agreement for EMC Park had been withdrawn. Parks & Recreation Director Jon Lewitus reported a conversation between he and Susan Rothermich during a separate...
Arrests/Police Log, June 26 edition
ARRESTS June 21 11:13 p.m. A 38-year-old resident of Pleasant Street in Hopkinton was arrested on Hayden Rowe Street and charged with marked lanes violation, negligent operation of motor vehicle and OUI liquor, second offense. [Editor's note: Hopkinton Independent...
Hopkinton Today: Wednesday, June 26
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 of the day. Even though Kate Powers came up a bit short in bids to score points at the NCAA Outdoor Track and...
Kathleen Craig, 75
Kathleen Mary Winston Craig (Allaire), a former longtime resident of Hopkinton, died June 24 in Cleveland, Mississippi, on her terms and her timeline, at the age of 75. Kathy was born Aug. 10, 1948, in Winchester to Walter and Mary Winston. She attended school in...
Newspaper: June 26, 2024
Powers gets first taste of U.S. Olympic trials
Even though Kate Powers came up a bit short in bids to score points at the NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships and in the Olympic qualifying meet, the experience gave her a clear picture of what she needs to do to compete at the highest level. “The outcome...
Board of Health reviews director’s goals for FY 2025
Health Director Shaun McAuliffe reviewed his goals for fiscal year 2025 with the Board of Health on Monday night. Toward the top of the Health Department’s priorities in the coming year is action on tobacco use in town. In particular, McAuliffe is focusing on the use...
Move In Style Athlete Spotlight: Bethel Flanagan
The team’s Impact Award winner, Flanagan anchored the 4x800-meter relay that took fourth in the MIAA Division 2 meet and qualified for the Meet of Champions. She was third in the Tri-Valley League Showcase in the 800. “Bethel is a consistent top point-scorer with...
Library Corner, June 26 edition
For more information on any of the following programs or other activities at the library, visit hopkintonlibrary.org. Visit the library’s website calendar for event registration information. The library also can be found on Facebook, @hopkintonlibrary, and on Twitter,...
Hopkinton Today: Tuesday, June 25
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 of the day. For the first time in its history, the Massachusetts chapter of the American College of Cardiology...
Hopkinton cardiologists throw their hearts into leadership roles at American College of Cardiology
For the first time in its history, the Massachusetts chapter of the American College of Cardiology will be governed for two consecutive terms by Hopkinton women, showing the increasing role of women in a traditionally male-dominated field. Dr. Colleen Harrington, a...
Real Estate Transactions, June 24 edition
Carol Zani, 80
Carol Ann (Porrazzo) Zani, 80, of Uxbridge died June 22 at Milford Regional Medical Center after battling a recent illness. She passed away peacefully with family by her side. Carol Ann was born in Framingham on Sept. 16, 1943, to Caroline (DeStefano)and Alfred...
Hopkinton Today: Monday, June 24
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 of the day. Residents sat down with the finalists for the town manager position Thursday night at the Hopkinton...
Parks & Rec announces summer concert/movie schedule
The Hopkinton Parks & Recreation Department recently announced the schedule for the Thursday night movies and Sunday concerts at the Town Common. The movies start June 27 with “Elemental.” The rest of the schedule is “Barbie” (July 11), “The Super Mario Bros....