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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. Hopkinton Public Schools Superintendent Carol Cavanaugh emailed the school community Tuesday to share...
The Hopkinton Democratic Town Committee (HDTC) has voted unanimously to make a donation to the Hopkinton Public Library enabling the purchase of a set of books on the subject of anti-racism. This donation will enable the library to update its already extensive...
Article 40 at the May 6 Annual Town Meeting is a zoning map change proposed for 1 Colonial Avenue, 81 Hayden Rowe Street and 83 Hayden Rowe Street via a citizens’ petition. It is to see if the town will vote to change the zoning district for land at 1 Colonial Ave...
Hopkinton Public Schools Superintendent Carol Cavanaugh emailed the school community Tuesday to share that there two two "racially motivated incidents" Monday. "We are writing to report that two separate and racially motivated incidents occurred in our schools...
I have enjoyed the pleasure and the privilege of getting to know Peter Mimmo as a good friend and neighbor. Peter currently serves on the Hopkinton Board of Assessors, and he has been a very positive influence there. He has decided to run for Hopkinton Select Board....
The Board of Health at its meeting Monday learned about what now former Town Manager Norman Khumalo referred to as “health services budget variances” that led to the department experiencing a recent shortfall and how the situation was resolved. Health Department...
The South Asian Circle of Hopkinton hosted Rang-Holi: Festival of Colors on Sunday afternoon at Weston Nurseries. The event, supported by a grant from the Hopkinton Cultural Council, included food, music and dance, and children of all ages enjoyed playing with colors.
The Hopkinton Senior Center is open Mondays through Thursdays from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. and Fridays from 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. For a more extensive listing of programs and services, including lunch program menus, as well as a newsletter, check hopkintonseniorcenter.com. Anyone...
The fourth-ranked javelin thrower in the state, Perryman has a personal best of 171 feet. He also holds the school record in the 25-pound weight throw. “One of the things I appreciate most about Russell is his dedication to learning the technical aspects of the...
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. Hopkinton continued to deal with divisiveness over the past couple of weeks, as an accusation of...
Below is the full text of the town counsel’s response to the HopNews attorney who sent a demand letter to Select Board vice chair Shahidul Mannan last week. The HopNews attorney had called for a public apology by Mannan for his accusations that HopNews played a role...
Hopkinton continued to deal with divisiveness over the past couple of weeks, as an accusation of racism by a Select Board member led to support from many, while others questioned his integrity. During the public comment portion of the April 16 Select Board meeting,...
Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan and Hopkinton Police Department Chief Joseph Bennett confirmed in a joint statement Monday evening that Ryan Sweatt, 36, a resident of Milford, will face a murder charge on Tuesday in connection with striking and killing Destini...
I write in support of Kyla McSweeney for one of the open Hopkinton Select Board positions. I have known Kyla and her family for over a decade. Her decision to run for this position is founded on her concern for the challenges being faced in our community. Kyla has a...
Lofty goals have become the norm for the Hopkinton High School girls track program, with the team once again setting its sights on winning every dual meet in the Tri-Valley League. “We always try to be undefeated in the dual meets and win the TVL showcase,” coach Jean...
Seven coaches seems like a large number for a high school sports program. But with a Hopkinton High School spring track and field roster totaling more than 200 athletes — including about 135 boys — the staff is relying on the team’s seniors to step up and keep the...
Nancy Carolyn Bailey, 87, of Hopkinton passed away peacefully at her home on April 26. Born in Boston, she was the daughter of the late Ruth A. (Taplin) and Paul A. Newsome. She was the wife of 29 years to the late Bruce G. Bailey. Nancy and her sister, Patricia, grew...
I know Peter Mimmo to be a man devoted to family and community, present and responsive at community events, respectful, speaking with you on your own level. Also of primary note, actively engaged in addressing pressing environmental issues facing the town. Open and...
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. Law enforcement officials announced Friday that four individuals have been arrested and charged in...
