Hopkinton High School's class of 2025 graduation was held Friday evening at the HHS athletic center.
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Katherine Micciche, 75
Katherine (Dumais) Micciche, 75, of Pelham, New Hampshire, passed away May 20, 2025. She was the beloved wife for over 52 years of Diego G. Micciche, who survives her. Born Oct. 8, 1949, in Skowhegan, Maine, she was the oldest child of the late Eleanor (Lunna) and the...
Sports Roundup: HHS softball routs Westwood to earn spot in semis
Addy Walls drove in five runs, including four on a grand slam, and delivered another strong pitching performance to lead the Hopkinton High School softball team to a 12-2 victory over visiting Westwood in the quarterfinals of the Division 2 state tournament Saturday....
HHS graduates urged to maintain uniqueness, meet future challenges
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OzFhi4NoqRY Speakers at the Hopkinton High School graduation ceremony Friday in the HHS athletic center emphasized the importance of time. Members of the class of 2025 also were encouraged to hold on to their individuality and take...
Letter to the Editor: HPS music program a gem worth preserving
IYKYK, as the kids say. Families who have taken part in the Hopkinton Public Schools music program know our high school’s musical program is a gem. And its director, Craig Hay? A real diamond. As today’s world prioritizes STEM over arts, and our federal government is...
UPDATED: Former Deputy Police Chief Porter found guilty of child rape, held without bail
[Editor’s note: Readers are warned that this story includes descriptions of alleged sexual acts.] Former Hopkinton Deputy Police Chief John "Jay" Porter was found guilty Friday afternoon on three counts of child rape following a three-day trial at Middlesex Superior...
Overnight work on I-90 east/I-495 north ramp resumes Sunday
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation announced that overnight work on the Interstate 90 eastbound ramp to Interstate 495 north in Hopkinton will resume Sunday and continue until Friday. The ramp will be closed from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. MassDOT anticipates all...
Sports Roundup: HHS boys tennis rolls into semis
The Hopkinton High School boys tennis team dominated visiting Walpole, 5-0, on Thursday to advance to the Division 2 state semifinals. The top-seeded Hillers (21-0), who won four of the five matches in straight sets, next will play fourth-seeded Duxbury (18-3) on...
Hopkinton Today for Friday, June 6: Town puts out survey to get resident feedback
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. Survey designed to get feedback from residents on town committees, policy The town of Hopkinton is...
Prosecution rests in Porter trial after early testimony focuses on accuser’s statements
[Editor’s note: Readers are warned that this story includes descriptions of alleged sexual acts.] The commonwealth rested its case late Thursday afternoon in the trial of former Hopkinton Police Deputy Chief John “Jay” Porter, who stands accused of raping a female...
Tales from a Townie: Lake Whitehall ice rescue
This tale is about my first ice rescue in two years time. It was a Monday, Feb. 29, 1988. I was working the day shift at the Hopkinton Fire Department. At that time, we had two men on duty, and the chief was in and out. This afternoon, he was out. In the early...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Horton
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 8-year-old Horton. Here is Baypath's description of Horton: “Horton is a resilient and lovable husky mix who’s come a long...
Professional Insights: Steps to take before — and after — a divorce
Going through a divorce is emotionally painful and can disrupt one’s life in many ways — but does it also have to be financially devastating? Not necessarily. You can help yourself greatly by making a series of moves. Here are some to consider: Before the divorce is...
Accuser testifies in Porter trial
[Editor's note: Readers are warned that this story includes descriptions of alleged sexual acts.] The first day of testimony in the trial of former Hopkinton Police Deputy Chief John Porter focused on the 35-year-old woman who accused him of raping her three times...
Hopkinton Today for Thursday, June 5: HPD’s Sweet Scoops program returns for summer
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. Sweet Scoops intended to foster positive interactions between officers, youth The Hopkinton Police...
Sports Roundup: HHS softball advances; baseball bows out
Addy Walls pitched a three-hitter and collected two hits of her own to lead the Hopkinton High School softball team to a 7-1 victory over visiting Marblehead on Wednesday in the second round of the Division 2 state tournament. The second-seeded Hillers (19-3) next...
BoMain Slice of Hopkinton photo contest winner, June 4 edition
The Hopkinton Independent presents A Slice of Hopkinton photo contest, sponsored by BoMain pizza bar and grill. 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...
Select Board approves municipal bond financing for capital projects
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wl3C347aoRk&ab_channel=HCAM The Select Board on Tuesday approved short-term and long-term financing to support $90.4 million for the town’s capital projects in a 3-0 vote. Town Manager Elaine Lazarus explained that the town has had...
Select Board reviews proposed FY 26 water, sewer rates in preparation for June 17 vote
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wl3C347aoRk&ab_channel=HCAM The Select Board on Tuesday reviewed the proposed water and sewer rate recommendations for the upcoming fiscal year provided by the town’s consultant in preparation for the board’s June 17 vote. Matthew...
Arrests/Police Log, June 4 edition
ARRESTS May 27 12:15 a.m. On Hayden Rowe Street, Officer Peter Lord arrested a 28-year-old Springfield resident and charged him with possession of a Class B drug. May 30 8:36 p.m. A caller reported an erratic operator on Spring Street. Officers Lucille Creedon and...
