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Letter to the Editor: Mannan for Select Board
I am proud to endorse Shahidul Mannan for reelection to the Hopkinton Select Board. Over the past three years, Shahidul has proven himself as a thoughtful, results-driven leader with a deep commitment to the future of our town. His track record speaks volumes — from...
Letter to the Editor: Mannan for Select Board
I am writing to endorse Shahidul Mannan for reelection to our Select Board. Well, what does one seek in a Select Board member? Someone who can be a true representative of our community, who shares the same views for areas of improvement, who can connect with every...
Hopkinton Today for Tuesday, May 6: HCA looks to add new board members
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. HCA on search to fill 3 board seats Community members who are interested in the arts and are looking...
Town Meeting recap: Center School reuse, budget articles pass easily
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T31DWsJ0Vfg&ab_channel=HCAM Annual Town Meeting moved swiftly Monday night, with the unanimous passage of two articles allowing a public-private partnership plan for the reuse of the Center School to move forward as the most...
Town Meeting approves funding for adaptive playground
An adaptive playground at Marathon Elementary School now will be funded through free cash and Community Preservation funds following a vote at Annual Town Meeting on Monday night. [For a recap of all articles, click here.] The funding approval is the next step of a...
Michael McBride
James “Mike” Michael McBride passed away peacefully on May 2, 2025, after a brief hospitalization, surrounded by his loved ones. He is survived by his beloved significant other, Carolyn “Bunky” Woodbury; and his loving children, Katie Crandall-McBride and...
Real Estate Transactions, May 5 edition
Hopkinton Today for Monday, May 5: Tonight’s Annual Town Meeting covers FY 26 budget, capital requests
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. Balanced budget, capital requests focus of tonight's ATM Tonight’s Annual Town Meeting will cover 41...
Florence Higgins, 86
Florence (Stone) Higgins, 86, of Hopkinton passed away May 1 after a period of declining health. Born in Ashland, she was the daughter of the late Myron and Alice (Burton) Stone and wife of the late Robert Higgins Sr., who died in 2014. Florence worked as a cook for...
Letter to the Editor: Mannan for Select Board
I am writing in support of the reelection of Shahidul Mannan for Select Board. In my capacity as a School Committee member during his first term as a Select Board member, I have had the opportunity to work closely with Shahidul and have appreciated his sometimes...
Pominville named HHS interim principal
In the wake of Evan Bishop’s appointment as district superintendent, Hopkinton High School assistant principal Justin Pominville will become interim principal for a year. English Department subject leader Sarah Ellam will step into the assistant principal role, also...
School Committee members express concerns about safety on trails
Peter LaGoy, the chair of Hopkinton's Trails Committee, appeared before the School Committee on Thursday to start conversations about some of the trail developments impacting school properties. These include fitness equipment set up on the Center Trail where the high...
Beattie named HPS director of student services
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ji6x0kd42Q&list=PL8WekT6kxX1B3xlP6fIr3QmhJButK4GkU&index=2 Pending successful contract negotiations, the School Committee on Thursday named Jessica Beattie as the district’s new director of student services. Beattie, a...
Letter to the Editor: Mannan for Select Board
I am writing to endorse Shahidul Mannan for reelection to our Select Board. I have had the pleasure of knowing Shahidul and his beautiful family for several years now. I find myself inspired by Shahidul’s dedication, hard work and devotion to the town of Hopkinton. I...
Beatrice McMullen, 93
Beatrice Carolyn McMullen (Boyle) entered into the Lord’s loving embrace on April 29, 2025, at home surrounded by her family. Born in Boston on Sept. 16, 1931, she was the wife, for 47-plus years, of Joseph Michael McMullen Jr., who passed away in 1999. The daughter...
Donald Harris, 92
Donald C. Harris passed away peacefully at his Hopkinton home on April 27, 2025. He was 92. Born Nov. 7, 1932, he was the son of Arthur L. Harris and Helen (Clark) Harris. He was predeceased by the love of his life, Julia Harris. Donald is survived by his sons, D....
Hopkinton Today for Friday, May 2: Mosque to host free dental screenings on Sunday
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. BU dental students to offer Hopkinton residents screenings, consultations Hopkinton residents will...
HPD: Missing 80-year-old woman found near Hopkinton State Park
An 80-year-old woman who was reported missing Thursday afternoon near Hopkinton State Park was found in a nearby home about two hours later, according to a Hopkinton Police Department spokesperson. HPD Deputy Chief Scott van Raalten stated in an email Thursday evening...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Hannah
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 1-year-old Hannah. Here is Baypath's description of Hannah: "Look at Hannah’s bright smile — she’s got the personality to...
