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Town Hall Q&A: Principal Planner John Gelcich

Town Hall Q&A: Principal Planner John Gelcich

Anyone who has watched a Planning Board or Zoning Advisory Committee meeting likely is familiar with John Gelcich, who has been Hopkinton’s principal planner since April of 2019. During those meetings Gelcich is the go-to person for information and advice. Gelcich...

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Photo contest winner, Dec. 16 edition

Photo contest winner, Dec. 16 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...

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Hopkinton Today: Wednesday, Dec. 16

Hopkinton Today: Wednesday, Dec. 16

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. When Diane Kelley learned she had breast cancer in 2018, she chose not to share...

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John Moretti, 69

John Moretti, 69

John Swain Moretti, 69, of Hubbardston died Dec. 11 in his home with his wife of 43 years, Diane (Sharrock) Moretti, at his bedside. John was born Dec. 18, 1950, in Rockville Centre, New York, son of Frances (Swain) and the late Whitfield Moretti. John was a respected...

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Kenneth Mick, 82

Kenneth Mick, 82

Kenneth M. Mick Sr., 82, of Hopkinton and formerly of Central Pennsylvania, went to be with His Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Dec. 4. He leaves his wife of 60 years, Betty, his daughters, Debra Bianchi (Steve), Elisabeth Felty (Shaun), Jenifer Mick, and Cindy-Lou...

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Library Corner, Dec. 16 edition

Library Corner, Dec. 16 edition

For more information on any of the following programs or other activities at the library, visit hopkintonlibrary.org. The library also can be found on Facebook, @hopkintonlibrary, and on Twitter, @HopkintonPLMA. Schedule Update The library will be closed on Dec. 25...

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Hopkinton Today: Tuesday, Dec. 15

Hopkinton Today: Tuesday, Dec. 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. During its meeting Monday night, the Zoning Advisory Committee continued its...

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Senior Snippets, Dec. 16 edition

Senior Snippets, Dec. 16 edition

The Hopkinton Senior Center remains closed to the public, but the staff remains available to assist residents. Call (508) 497-9730 if in need of assistance, with questions or just to say hi. For a more extensive listing of programs check...

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Theresa Coccoli, 85

Theresa Coccoli, 85

Theresa (O’Flaherty) Coccoli, age 85, of Uxbridge and formerly of Sudbury and Carraroe, Ireland, died at Golden Pond Assisted Living in Hopkinton on Dec. 10 after a period of declining health. Theresa was born on July 21, 1935, to the late John and Margaret (McDonagh)...

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Hopkinton Today: Monday, Dec. 14

Hopkinton Today: Monday, Dec. 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 Freedom Team provides a safe place for those who have experienced...

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Freedom Team provides support, encouragement

Freedom Team provides support, encouragement

The Hopkinton Freedom Team provides a safe place for those who have experienced abuse or violence based on characteristics like race, gender and sexual orientation, and seeks to educate the community on issues of bias. Formed this past June, the organization urges...

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