What Enjoy Homes owner Wagner Lucena likes most in the business he started is “feeling good about the accomplishment and seeing the customer’s face when they first see the completed work. Clients come to us with an unplanned backyard, sometimes messy, and a vision of...
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Hayes announces engagement
It is with great pride that Darlene and Michael Hayes of Hopkinton announce the engagement of their son, Andrew Hayes, to Holly Pearson of Haverhill, daughter of Yvonne Merrill, Matthew Wynne and stepdad Peter Merrill. Andrew is a graduate of Hopkinton High School and...
UCTC completes revised charge draft as some members decry animosity toward committee
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sr1_L5suOyI The Upper Charles Trail Committee at its meeting Wednesday night completed its final draft revisions to its charge. But discussions unearthed tensions as to why the UCTC was compelled to complete this process in the first...
Letter to the Editor: Mimmo for Select Board
Dear neighbors, I am writing with passionate support of Peter Mimmo for the Hopkinton Select Board. Peter has unique expertise in matters specifically challenging to our community at this moment. His thoughtful and measured approach to passionate and potentially...
Hopkinton Today: Thursday, May 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 photo of the day. A small fire broke out at Bill's Pizzeria, a popular downtown restaurant, early Wednesday morning,...
Teamwork between HPD, Hopkinton Country Club patrons leads to arrest of reckless driver on golf course
Smart thinking by patrons at the Hopkinton Country Club on May 4 and the teamwork displayed between them and the Hopkinton Police Department led to the arrest of a driver who sped through the club's fairways. Detective Sergeant Gregg DeBoer shared that officers...
Letter to the Editor: McSweeney for Select Board
I write in support of Kyla McSweeney for Select Board. Kyla not only has the public policy background needed to serve as a Select Board member, she has the character to excel in this role. As a Girl Scout leader over the past six years, Kyla has exemplified what it...
Letter to the Editor: McSweeney for Select Board
Dear Hopkinton residents, I am writing with enthusiastic support for Kyla McSweeney to the Hopkinton Select Board. She is dedicated to public service and has been dedicating her time to the public for 30 years! Professionally, Kyla is the director of comprehensive...
Letter to the Editor: Mimmo for Select Board
I am writing this letter to wholeheartedly endorse Peter Mimmo for the position of Select Board member in our community. With his dedication, integrity and leadership qualities, I am confident in his ability to serve our community with distinction. He has devoted his...
Early morning fire breaks out at Bill’s Pizzeria
A fire broke out at a popular downtown restaurant early Wednesday morning, causing an hour-long road closure of Main Street. The call came in about the fire at 6:19 a.m., according to Hopkinton Police Department Lieutenant Scott van Raalten. "It was not large at all,"...
Arrests/Police Log, May 15 edition
ARRESTS [Editor's note: Hopkinton Independent policy for the arrests section is to remove the arrested individual's name after it has been posted for approximately one week.] POLICE LOG May 7 2:19 a.m. Sergeant Arthur Schofield checked on Woodview way property....
Newspaper: May 15, 2024
Letter to the Editor: Mimmo for Select Board
This year’s Select Board election has four excellent candidates for Hopkinton residents to choose from. All with talents, experiences and energy our town will benefit from. Peter Mimmo stands out as a candidate with the legal and social negotiating skills our town...
Letter to the Editor: Clark, Herr for Select Board
Please join me in supporting Joe Clark and Brian Herr in the Select Board race. Joe and Brian have the financial background, experience and understanding of Hopkinton that we need at this time. We face difficult decisions, and thoughtful consideration of those...
Stormwater management plan expanded for Charleswood School
On Tuesday, the Elementary School Building Committee heard about changes to the stormwater plan for the Charleswood School project. Members also authorized the project team to submit an expanded Environmental Notification Form (ENF) to the Massachusetts Environmental...
Parks & Recreation Commission questions proposed student parking fees at EMC Park lot
The Parks & Recreation Commission tackled a hefty agenda Tuesday night, with student parking at the EMC Park parking lot and the potential for charging fees generating the most discussion. Parks & Rec Director Jon Lewitus discussed the continuing problem with...
Hopkinton Today: Wednesday, May 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 photo of the day. Following a prolonged discussion, the Planning Board at its meeting Monday voted 5-0 to approve the...
Photos: Sunrise over Hopkinton
Courtesy of Amit Jagdale, we have photos of sunrise over the Legacy Farms neighborhood of Hopkinton.
Letter to the Editor: Mimmo for Select Board
I am happy to endorse Peter Mimmo for the Select Board. He is a candidate who reflects unique experience and qualities we need. Peter’s understanding of our town’s critical issues, his professional legal experience and expertise and deep-rooted commitment to public...
Letter to the Editor: McSweeney for Select Board
I have had the pleasure of knowing Kyla McSweeney for some time, and pleasantly witnessed her consistent dedication to our community and deep commitment to our town. A successful marathoner, Kyla has demonstrated unwavering dedication in many town activities and...