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Planning Board votes to remove South Street rezoning article from ATM warrant
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dNYJcPDZNzQ&ab_channel=HCAM In a brief meeting Monday night, the Planning Board voted 8-0-1 to remove an article from the May 5 Annual Town Meeting warrant that sought to rezone the corner of South Street and Hayward Street from...
Support for veterans leads Brito to run Boston Marathon
Alex Brito always has been a big supporter of veterans and the military, so he was excited to jump at the chance to run his first Boston Marathon in support of Hopkinton’s Veterans Celebration Committee. “I have a deep respect for military veterans,” Brito, 32, wrote...
Business Profile: Summer creativity, fun at Hopkinton Center for the Arts
Anyone in Metrowest, from kindergartners through senior citizens, can tap into their creative side this summer at the Hopkinton Center for the Arts. “The summer is a great time for youngsters or adults to try something new or immerse themselves in something they...
Hopkinton Today for Tuesday, April 8: Artful Connections event ties in with land acknowledgment
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. 'Artful' program brings on Nipmuc speaker for open mic event To tie in with an upcoming land...
Real Estate Transactions, April 7 edition
Business Briefs: Massage Hall of Fame tabs Gammal
Anna Gammal, a longtime resident and owner of Body n’ Beyond Massage Therapy on South Street, recently was selected for induction into the Massage Therapy Hall of Fame. The ceremony will take place at the World Massage Festival in Las Vegas on July 29. “I am honored...
Senior Snippets, April 9 edition
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...
Hopkinton Today for Monday, April 7: Author’s talk to touch on ‘mile by mile’ history of Boston Marathon
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. Clerici to speak at HPL about Boston Marathon history April 14 Bestselling author Paul Clerici will...
Photos: Stories and Songs at HCA
The Hopkinton Center for the Arts and the 26.2 Foundation hosted their Stories and Songs event on Saturday. The event featured stories from marathon runners accompanied by music from the band Hot Acoustics.
Library Corner, April 9 edition
For more information on any of the following programs or other activities at the library, visit hopkintonlibrary.org. Visit the library’s website calendar for event registration information. The library also can be found on Facebook, @hopkintonlibrary....
Professional Insights: Keep your Cape Cod rental booked
Cape Cod’s vacation rental market has grown more competitive, with rising guest expectations. Listing a home for summer no longer guarantees high bookings. To maximize revenue and occupancy, property owners must adapt. Implementing the strategies below will keep your...
HPD assists state, area police in nabbing alleged carjacker who hid in Hopkinton garage
The Hopkinton Police Department on Thursday night assisted state and neighboring police departments in arresting a suspect in a Worcester carjacking earlier that evening who hid in a Hopkinton resident's garage. Frank Nieves, 29, of Worcester, was arrested late...
Hopkinton Today for Friday, April 4: HDTC to vote on delegates for state convention
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 Democrats meet tonight to elect convention delegates The Hopkinton Democratic Town Committee...
HHS Principal Bishop named superintendent
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e306fLaJPrw&list=PL8WekT6kxX1B3xlP6fIr3QmhJButK4GkU&index=1 School Committee chair Nancy Cavanaugh on Thursday announced members would be entering into negotiations with Hopkinton High School Principal Evan Bishop to become the...
Parks & Rec updates purchasing policies for Sandy Beach passes
The Parks & Recreation Department has announced new changes in the way residents purchase season passes for Sandy Beach. In a recent notice, Parks & Rec informed residents that season passes no longer will be available for purchase or pickup from any of the...
Weather concerns postpone skate park ribbon cutting indefinitely
Due to ongoing weather issues, the grand reopening ceremony of the Hank Fredette Skate Park at EMC Park has been postponed until further notice. In a press release from the Parks & Recreation Department, Director Jon Lewitus noted that the weather "continues to...
Stephen Brackett, 87
Stephen Bell Brackett, 87, of Hopkinton, formerly a longtime resident of Ashland, passed away peacefully March 29, 2025. Born in Framingham, he was the son of the late Theodore and Mabelle (Snow) Brackett. He is survived by two brothers, Paul Brackett and wife Carol,...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Bear
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 3-year-old Bear. Here is Baypath's description of Bear: "Meet Bear, a special soul looking for his forever home! "Bear is a...
Professional Insights: Best travel destinations for retirees
Retirement offers the perfect opportunity to explore new places, whether traveling solo, with a partner or with the family. With fewer time constraints, retirees can enjoy dream destinations offering relaxation, adventure and cultural enrichment. Here are some top...
