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. Skate park ribbon cutting to feature professional skaters, music The Parks & Recreation...
Health Director Shaun McAuliffe told the Board of Health on Monday night that his department is prepared to adopt new regulations on purchasing nicotine products. “My proposal is to adopt or update our existing tobacco regulation to include the Nicotine-Free...
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. Health Department prepares to control mosquito, tick populations ahead of warmer months Health...
The Parks & Recreation Commission on Thursday directed the Hopkinton Republican Town Committee to seek approval for this year’s July 4 Horribles Parade from the Select Board before Parks & Rec would consider sponsoring the event. “If the Select Board … think...
The annual HopSwap community tag sale was held on Saturday at Hopkinton Middle School. Proceeds from the event benefit the HPTO and the Hopkinton Moms Group.
I first became acquainted with the green rocker on my grandmother’s front porch at 33 Ash Street when I was about 3. I would stand there hoping someone would lift me up onto the chair, which they often did. I would rock as hard as I could. I was “king of the world.” I...
Blackstone Valley Wealth Management advisors James Valis and Gregg Manis were recognized with the 2025 Five Star Wealth Manager Award. This award comes to the advisors for the 11th year in a row, since their opening of Blackstone Valley Wealth Management in 2013. This...
On March 8, we observed International Women’s Day. Although this event celebrates women’s achievements, it’s still true that women, especially caregivers, face significant financial hurdles. How can these challenges be met? To begin with, let’s look at some concerning...
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. Town officials to participate in HPL program about fundamentals of Town Meeting Town Meeting is a...
Thomas S. Wallent, 87, of Southborough passed away March 13, 2025. Born in Brockton, he was the son of the late Amelia (Gaidis) and Simon Wallent. He was the beloved husband of 62 years to Patricia (Callinan) Wallent. Tom was honorably discharged at the rank of E-4...
A final location for a plaque honoring slaves who lived in Hopkinton remains unknown after the Parks & Recreation Commission on Thursday deferred the issue to the Select Board. Members of the Hopkinton Historical Society, including president John Palmer, vice...
The Water-Sewer Department is advising residents to be aware of potential water discoloration following two required flow tests early next week. At 10 a.m. on Monday, crews will be conducting a fire pump test on South Street. The test is expected to last about 15...
Mr. James G. Daley Sr., 84, of Hopkinton died March 12, 2025, at Beaumont Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation in Westborough after a period of declining health. He was the beloved husband of Donna M. (Rand) Daley. Jim was born in Middletown, New York, the son of the...
The Hopkinton School Committee on Thursday heard about a wall collapse at the Hopkins School addition/renovation project site and revisited cutting $415,000 from its fiscal year 2026 budget. Jeff D’Amico, managing director for Vertex (owner’s project manager) and Rob...
The Hopkinton Independent presents “A Slice of Hopkinton” photo contest, sponsored by BoMain. 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 their...
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. Select Board votes to approve job listing for temporary per diem nurse With a recent approval from...
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 7-month-old Orion. Here is Baypath's description of Orion: “Meet Orion! The smallest of his siblings, Orion may be little,...
In 1968, Don Scott founded a family-owned, now Hopkinton-based company, Scott Septic, dedicated to solving customers’ septic and excavation problems. “We’ve been doing this a long time and we’re good at it,” said Rob Scott, who with his sister Stacey represent the...
https://www.youtube.com/live/SOTPtSRtU7I The Trails Committee discussed progress made on several projects at its meeting Wednesday night, including trail development and public outreach efforts. Chair Peter LaGoy said he has been working with Chuck Dauchy, the...
