Like so many small businesses in town, the Hopkinton Center for the Arts has been struggling due to the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Shuttered since March 12, the HCA has been forced to cancel classes and postpone a number of performances and other events. The...
Good morning, Hopkinton! For those new to the site, this post is a daily update we call Hopkinton Today. We'll have a quick recap of yesterday's news, highlights for the coming day and a video or two to brighten your day. The pandemic can take a toll on mental health,...
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...
Everyone in town has a story to tell and opinions to share. In this feature, we shine the spotlight on one resident to learn more about them and their connection to town. Meet: Michael Torosian Hopkinton Independent: What brought you to Hopkinton? Michael Torosian:...
Editor's note: Town Manager Norman Khumalo sent out the following press release Wednesday morning. The Town of Hopkinton is happy to report that its message to runners to refrain from coming to the start line in Hopkinton or attempting to run the marathon course on...
Maintaining mental health during times of quarantine and social distancing is just as important as any other coronavirus-related precaution. That’s why local therapists like Abbie Rosenberg are using their training to help individuals and groups in Hopkinton during...
POLICE LOG April 14 1:18 p.m. Sergeant Arthur Schofield checked on a person in a vehicle parked at the station for a period of time. The person was concerned about his son and was to notify officers if further assistance was needed. 9:31 a.m. Officer Moira McGaffigan...
Good morning, Hopkinton! For those new to the site, this post is a daily update we call Hopkinton Today. We'll have a quick recap of yesterday's news, highlights for the coming day and a video or two to brighten your day. Yesterday's big news was Gov. Charlie Baker...
Touchstone Community School, a school for pre-K through Grade 8 in Grafton, offers Summer@Touchstone, a summer camp that reflects the school’s progressive, playful and joyful approach to learning. The only independent school in Grafton, Touchstone has been serving...
The experienced staff at Miss Tanya’s Family of Nursery Schools and its popular summer camps is committed to providing an enriching, creative and exciting early childhood experience for preschoolers in a safe, caring environment. Registration is open for all three...
Notice is hereby given that a virtual Community Outreach Meeting for a proposed marijuana establishment is scheduled for Thursday, May 7, 2020, at 6:30 p.m. The virtual Community Outreach Meeting will be available at the following link and phone number: Link:...
Editor's note: This is the town of Hopkinton's COVID-19 update for April 21. COVID-19 Updates & Precautions April 21, 2020, PM update Previous updates and additional information and resources can be found here: https://coronavirus-hopkintonma.hub.arcgis.com While...
It’s not surprising that so many people in town have stepped up and found ways to help each other during the coronavirus pandemic. That said, it is impressive how creative some people have gotten in finding ways to support and honor their neighbors and friends,...
How can a virus create such economic havoc and decimate a large number of people in a matter of weeks? In January the virus felt very remote since it was in China. Then came Europe, and we were still watching, helpless and sorry for what Italy, Spain and others were...
At his COVID-10 press conference on Tuesday afternoon, Gov. Charlie Baker announced that Massachusetts schools will remain closed throughout the end of the school year. Remote learning will continue. "It’s the right thing to do with the facts on the ground," Baker...
April 7 started out like a normal day — well, the new normal, during the pandemic — for Hopkinton native Taylor Chace-Myers. An ICU nurse at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston, Chace-Myers works the overnight shift (7 p.m. to 7 a.m.) at the hospital. On...
Good morning, Hopkinton! For those new to the site, this post is a daily update we call Hopkinton Today. We'll have a quick recap of yesterday's news, highlights for the coming day and a video or two to brighten your day. Yesterday the town announced a spike in...
Hopkinton schools continue to receive strong marks from national ratings organizations, as U.S. News & World Report placed Hopkinton High School third in the state for 2020. Superintendent Carol Cavanaugh shared the news with the schools community Tuesday morning,...
