An excellent report [from the Dec. 13 issue] on the Main Street “bike lanes”; it’s a matter close to my heart. Thank you for your continued interest and reporting on this project. I read the bike lane was “fully vetted by MassDOT.” I am getting older and more...
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Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Diana
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 1-year-old Diana. Here is Baypath's description of Diana: “Diana is hoping for a new family this holiday season! Diana is...
Photo contest winner, Dec. 13 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...
Hopkinton Today: Thursday, Dec. 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. Cycling advocates raised concerns about the safety of the separated bike lane implemented as part of...
Photos: HHS girls basketball tops Ashland
The Hopkinton High School girls basketball team opened the season with a 46-35 victory over visiting Ashland on Tuesday.
Cycling advocates voice concerns about new Main Street bike lane
Cycling advocates raised concerns about the safety of the separated bike lane implemented as part of the Main Street Corridor Project, hoping that modifications will be handled when construction resumes in the spring. Construction halted for the winter on the Main...
Parks & Recreation Commission defines need for written policies, approves gaga pit
The Parks & Recreation Commission at its meeting Tuesday evening discussed the need to have written policies in place regarding program registration for out-of-town residents as well as scholarship parameters for lower-income Hopkinton residents. Department...
Business Briefs: New building on Elm Street near completion
Nick Slottje, president and CEO of Hopkinton-based Charlesbank Realty Group, is set to unveil his company’s newest building in the Elmwood Park Industrial Complex on Elm Street. Situated amongst six surrounding buildings also owned by Charlesbank, the new flex...
Arrests/Police Log, Dec. 13 edition
ARRESTS December 6 6:01 p.m. Officer Brennan Grimley conducted a motor vehicle stop on Prestwick Drive and requested backup and a portable breathalyzer. Officers Shannon Beloin and Brian Ziniti responded, and a 33-year-old from Framingham was arrested and charged with...
Hopkinton Today: Wednesday, Dec. 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. At its meeting Thursday night, the School Committee — in joint session with the Select Board — will...
5 candidates emerge for open School Committee seat; selection set for Thursday
At its meeting Thursday night, the School Committee — in joint session with the Select Board — will choose someone to fill the seat left vacant when Holly Morand departed for a job with Hopkinton Youth & Family Services. The position will be available again in...
Library Corner, Dec. 13 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, and on Twitter,...
Historic XC season for Dacey
Cat Dacey was decades away from being born the last time a Union College athlete competed at the NCAA Women’s Cross Country Championship in 1981. The Hopkinton native not only ended that drought, but she became the first female runner in school history to qualify for...
Real Estate Transactions, Dec. 12 edition
Photos: Town Common holiday lights
Courtesy of Amit Jagdale. we have photos of the Town Common holiday lights.
Hillers girls hoops brings experience to court this season
The Hopkinton High School girls basketball team is looking to bounce back this winter following a losing season in 2022-23, and coach Mike Greco said the Hillers have enough varsity minutes under their belt to run up more games in the win column. “They are all...
Hopkinton Today: Tuesday, Dec. 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. When the pandemic hit in 2020, Hopkinton’s Barrett Hanlon was looking for something to do to keep up...
Hanlon showcases boxing prowess
When the pandemic hit in 2020, Hopkinton’s Barrett Hanlon was looking for something to do to keep up with his competitive nature. “There wasn’t much going on, everything slowed down, but there was this one boxing gym that stayed open,” Hanlon said, referring to...
HHS boys basketball eyes return to tourney
Coming off an appearance in the state tournament and a second-place finish in the Tri-Valley League Large School Division, the Hopkinton High School boys basketball team has an experienced and scrappy group ready to make another run at the postseason. “So far, I am...
Senior Snippets, Dec. 13 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...