Hopkinton Senior Services, in collaboration with the University of Massachusetts Boston, is conducting a needs assessment to examine the lived experiences and anticipated needs of adults in the community. The organization is seeking residents 50 years or older who...
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Hopkinton Today: Thursday, March 14
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. The Conservation Commission voted 6-0-1 at its meeting Tuesday to approve the use of two herbicides...
Conservation Commission votes to approve use of herbicides to control Lake Maspenock weeds
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pr1BEr-2_lU&ab_channel=HCAM The Conservation Commission voted 6-0-1 at its meeting Tuesday to approve the use of two herbicides to control the overgrowth of weeds in Lake Maspenock as part of its “toolbox” strategy for weed...
Move In Style Athlete Spotlight: Alice Brambati
An exchange student from Italy, Brambati placed in every dual meet, then went on to win two events and place in a third at the Tri-Valley League Showcase. The senior qualified for three events at the Meet of Champions as well. “Alice integrated herself into the team...
Arrests/Police Log, March 13 edition
ARRESTS None this week. [Editor's note: Hopkinton Independent policy for the arrests section is to remove the arrested individual's name after it has been posted for approximately one week.] POLICE LOG March 5 3:06 a.m. Officer Brennan Grimley came across multiple...
Select Board calls for Special Town Meeting to request additional funding for key town projects
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DkpJFKA4rME&ab_channel=HCAM Hopkinton Fire Chief Gary Daugherty Jr. and Town Engineer/Facilities Director Dave Daltorio appeared jointly before the Select Board on Tuesday night to request that a Special Town Meeting be held within...
ESBC sets date for public forum, pays bills
During an unusually short 15-minute meeting on Tuesday, the Elementary School Building Committee approved invoices and announced an upcoming community forum. The committee authorized total payment of $651,151.35 to Vertex and Perkins Eastman for costs associated with...
Hopkinton Today: Wednesday, March 13
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. The Permanent Building Committee reviewed two mixed-use development proposals for the Center School...
Marguerite Concrete again seeks rezoning for South Street building with revised proposal before ZAC
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hmscjh1o5EE&ab_channel=HCAM Monday night’s Zoning Advisory Committee meeting primarily focused on a renewed attempt to seek rezoning for a South Street building that would house the Marguerite Construction corporate headquarters,...
Spring concerts start this week at Hopkinton schools
Hopkinton Public Schools spring concerts start this week. The Hopkinton High School orchestra, chorus and bands will perform Thursday, March 14, at 7 p.m. in the HHS auditorium. The community is welcome to attend, free of charge. The HHS Jazz Ensemble will perform at...
Barbara Wirzburger, 83
Barbara F. Wirzburger, 83, of Hopkinton passed away March 8. Born in Boston, she was the daughter of the late Elizabeth (Hennessey) and Michel E. Snyder. She was the beloved wife of the late Paul Wirzburger. Barbara was a devoted and loving mother, doting grandmother...
Kevork Tevekelian, 82
Kevork Haig Tevekelian of Hopkinton, formerly of North Chelmsford and Watertown, passed away peacefully on March 9 surrounded by family and friends. Kevork was born in Cambridge on Dec. 19, 1941, to Haig and Lucy (Tutunjian) Tevekelian. Along with younger brother...
Slice of Hopkinton photo contest winner, March 6 edition
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...
Business Profile: Scott Septic far more than its name
“We’re way more than just a septic company,” says Rob Scott of Scott Septic. “We’re known for septic, but we do a lot of other things as well.” Hopkinton residents have been turning to Scott Septic since Don Scott founded the company in 1968. Besides handling...
Proposals for mixed-use development of Center School considered by Permanent Building Committee
The Permanent Building Committee reviewed two mixed-use development proposals for the Center School site at its meeting Monday night. Chair Dan McIntyre said the committee received two responses from a request for proposals sent out by the town regarding reuse of the...
Hopkinton Today: Tuesday, March 12
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. A group of Hopkinton High School sophomores has made it their mission to spread awareness about the...
HHS students create initiative on noncommunicable diseases
A group of Hopkinton High School sophomores has made it their mission to spread awareness about the prevalence of noncommunicable diseases and the inequities that exist in economically disadvantaged areas. It’s called the Medical Equity for Noncommunicable Diseases...
Professional Insights: What to know about selling your home when divorcing
According to Forbes Magazine, in 2021 there were almost 700,000 divorces reported by 45 states. Divorce is thought of as an ending, but it’s also the beginning of a new life for all involved, so it’s crucial to wrap up loose ends and let everyone move on without being...
Real Estate Transactions, March 11 edition
Geraldine Docherty, 88
Geraldine E. Docherty, 88, of Upton passed away March 10. Born in Waltham, she was the daughter of the late Elvira (Graham) and Gerald Beaton. She was the wife of the late William J. Docherty. A 22-year resident of Upton, Geraldine had previously lived in Framingham...