The Disability Commission hosted a public forum Monday that allowed about 30 people to give feedback about Hopkinton’s accessibility challenges while acknowledging the growing understanding of the needs of members of the disability community. Chair Holly Morand...
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Senior Snippets, Jan. 24 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...
Planning Board continues discussing MBTA Communities Act compliance proposal
The Planning Board at its Jan. 22 meeting primarily focused on continued discussions on how the town can comply with the MBTA Communities Act. A draft proposal formulated by the Zoning Advisory Committee (ZAC) after many months of meetings was reviewed at the last...
Planning Board reviews Whisper Way plan amendments
The Planning Board at its meeting Monday night held a new hearing regarding the open space and landscape preservation development (OSLPD) at Whisper Way. Last summer, a procedural error hampered the transfer of open space to the town at the site of the 12-unit...
HPD recalls document from misconduct investigation of Sgt. Brennan
The Hopkinton Police Department on Tuesday evening announced that it is recalling the interview transcript between Sgt. Tim Brennan and investigators from Kroll, the consultant hired by the town to review allegations of officer misconduct. The town was prompted to...
Andrew Principe, 71
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Andrew Michael Principe, a beloved father, husband and grandfather. Andrew peacefully left this world on Jan. 11, surrounded by his family. Andy was born to Louis and Gertrude Principe on Aug. 28, 1952, in...
Library Corner, Jan. 24 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,...
Janice Kane, 66
Janice Carolyn Kane, 66, passed away suddenly on Jan. 19 surrounded by family. She was a resident of Hopkinton for 30 years. Janice is now reunited with her beloved parents, John and Jean Bennis, as well as her in-laws, Frances and Frank Kane. She is survived by her...
Paul Wiggin, 95
Paul Warren Wiggin of Newton (Waban) passed away peacefully Jan. 16 at the age of 95 in Bedford. Paul and his wife, Phyllis, who died in 2020, had four children, Margaret (a former Hopkinton resident), Emily, Susan and Tom, 11 grandchildren and one...
Update: Document released by town compromises anonymity of alleged sexual assault survivor; Kramer offers apology
After Friday night’s explosive hearing on the potential termination of Hopkinton Police Sgt. Tim Brennan, documents were released by the town that mistakenly included identifying information of the alleged sexual assault survivor in the case of the accused assailant,...
Town vows to ‘defend itself’ as Crosspoint lawsuit on property compensation continues
The town continues to dispute a claim made by a Main Street property owner that unfair compensation was awarded for a portion of its land that was taken by eminent domain for the Main Street Corridor Project. Crosspoint Associates owns 61 Main Street, the...
Boisterous Brennan hearing crowd demands accountability from Select Board, police
Tempers flared at Friday night's Loudermill hearing, with many audience members shouting their displeasure toward the Select Board and the Hopkinton police chief. The Loudermill hearing was convened to discuss the potential termination of Sgt. Tim Brennan. He was...
Emotions high, Brennan hearing continued so sides can negotiate agreement
An emotional and contentious meeting Friday ended with the Select Board deciding to continue the Loudermill hearing regarding Sgt. Tim Brennan’s future with the Hopkinton Police Department in order to give the parties time to try to find an amicable solution. Prior to...
Possible Grade 6 ‘leveling’ prompts School Committee discussion
Most of Thursday’s School Committee meeting involved analysis of Grade 6 math data and the possibility of “leveling” classes at that age as well as a review of Superintendent Carol Cavanaugh’s goals. The latter is part of the School Committee’s evaluation of her job...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Scoop
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 Scoop. Here is Baypath's description of Scoop: "Introducing Scoop, the lovable tripod with irresistible charm....
Move In Style Athlete Spotlight: Logan Sullivan
Sullivan won the high jump in two recent meets, and in both cases it secured meet victories for the Hillers. “He was under pressure and got the job done,” said Jean Cann, who coaches the girls program and helps on the boys side as well. As of mid-January, Sullivan’s...
Trails Committee makes strides on proposed Chamberlain-Whalen trail, website
The Trails Committee at its hybrid meeting Thursday night announced significant strides on several of its initiatives, including trail development at the Chamberlain-Whalen subdivision and the creation of its website. Member Chuck Dauchy shared the “pending but very...
Hopkinton Today: Thursday, Jan. 18
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. As Hopkinton Police Sgt. Tim Brennan prepares to appear before the Select Board for a Loudermill...
Union support letter for Sgt. Brennan highlights ‘superlative career and personality’
As Hopkinton Police Sgt. Tim Brennan prepares to appear before the Select Board for a Loudermill hearing on his potential termination, Local 254, the Police/Fire Dispatchers Union, submitted a letter to the Select Board urging members to take Brennan's "superlative...
Impact of plumbing code changes, MEPA designation among ESBC topics
State plumbing code changes and an Environmental Justice Community designation in a portion of Hopkinton have impacted the new Elmwood School project. Members of the Elementary School Building Committee on Tuesday discussed these topics along with possible theming...