In November, Massachusetts voted to remove MCAS test results as a requirement for high school graduation. Hopkinton High School Principal Evan Bishop on Thursday appeared before the School Committee to talk about competency determination (CD) going forward to comply...
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Emory Ewen Patterson III, age 67, on Jan. 9, 2025, in Nosara, Guanacaste, Costa Rica. Born on April 19, 1957, in Waukegan, IL, Emory made his home in Hopkinton, but his spirit, legacy, and warmth touched lives...
The Open Space Preservation Commission on Thursday night approved a request for moving a trail off Whisper Way onto land that had been donated to the commission as part of an open space and landscape preservation development (OSLPD) special permit for a 12-unit...
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 partners with Sherborn, Holliston to hire new jail diversion clinician As a result of a...
Students from Hopkinton High School are among 17 Massachusetts teams to compete on Season 16 of “High School Quiz Show.” The award-winning academic tournament on GBH2 premieres Feb. 8 at 6 p.m., while Hopkinton’s opening-round match against Mansfield High School airs...
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is Chewy. Here is Baypath's description of Chewy: “Meet Chewy, a sweet and adventurous 7-year-old dog with a heart full of love...
In life, you often get second chances — and the same is true with investing. To illustrate: You might not have been able to contribute to a Roth IRA during your working years due to your income level, but you may get that opportunity as you near retirement, or even...
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. HPD reminds residents to be vigilant when navigating ice-bound waterways The Hopkinton Police...
The Parks & Recreation Commission learned during its meeting Tuesday night that parts of the Parks & Rec budget were facing cuts under the town’s budget directives for fiscal year 2026. Parks & Rec Director Jon Lewitus explained he had received feedback...
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...
Mike Wilander, advisor to the South Asian Affinity Group at Hopkinton High School, wants the community to know that its members “feel school spirit, feel like a part of the community — both at school and in town. They are Hillers,” he said. Wilander has been...
ARRESTS January 10 6:47 p.m. On Grove Street, Officer Kyle Quinzani arrested a 34-year-old Framingham resident on a warrant and additionally charged her with unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle and speeding in violation of special regulation. January 12 4:59 p.m....
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. State sets hearing for DPW vegetation plan The Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources...
The Hopkinton Fire Department on Tuesday afternoon assisted a specialized team in rescuing a tree maintenance worker trapped in a bucket truck on Hayden Rowe Street after the bucket appeared to malfunction while it was suspended in the air. In a phone interview with...
Anthony Ira Shaker, 80, of New Seabury as well as Naples, Florida, (formerly of Andover), passed away Jan. 11, 2025, surrounded by family. Born in Springfield, he was the son of the late Stephanie (Nacewicz) and Anthony J. Shaker. He was the husband of Sandra (Maheu)...
Linda L. Morales, 76, of Hopkinton, passed away Jan. 12, 2025. Born in Framingham, she was the daughter of the late Claire (McIntyre) and Walter Robbins. She was the wife of William “Billy” Morales, with whom she would’ve celebrated 60 years of marriage in August. In...
Rogers recorded personal bests in three events against Holliston on Dec. 23, including a second-place finish in the 55-meter hurdles. In a win over Westwood on Jan. 3, she she took third in the hurdles and second in long jump. At the Freshman-Sophomore Meet the next...
Hopkinton High School girls basketball coach Mike Greco was not exactly sure what to expect with a number of younger players on his team this season. But the veteran coach has been pleasantly surprised with the way the team has been able to jell despite having several...
