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As part of the Main Street Corridor Project this week, crews will form and pour sidewalks, and place loam and seeding in various areas. Sidewalks are nearing completion, but changes are required in the area in front of the Korean Presbyterian Church (2 Main Street)....
In the wake of a surprise 4-1 vote to delay the promotion request for two Hopkinton Police Department officers to the rank of sergeant at the Select Board meeting on Sept. 5, one Select Board member explained his rationale for his decision to the Hopkinton...
The Hopkinton High School boys soccer team improved to 4-0 with Thursday's 3-0 victory over visiting Holliston.
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. Health Director Shaun McAuliffe told the Board of Health at its meeting Wednesday that an email he...
Health Director Shaun McAuliffe told the Board of Health at its meeting Wednesday that an email he received led to his investigation that uncovered five illegal food operations in town. “We had received a complaint about a food service establishment that was operating...
During a typical year, the Water Department will send out notices each summer, reminding residents about the water restrictions in town. No need in 2023. Hopkinton received a near-record amount of rain — about 12 inches in July alone, which is around four times the...
Hardwood, luxury vinyl plank, tile, carpet, rugs, cork — what’s the best choice for your space? Durability, color, comfort, price — which elements will have the most impact? There are hundreds of options to choose from when it comes to flooring, but the team at...
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...
While autumn is a perfect time to admire the beauty of the changing colors in trees around the home, it’s also the best time to assess the trees. Kevin Narbonne, owner of Peer Arboricultural in Hopkinton, explains: “We identify limbs or trees that pose potential...
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 Sheldon. Here is Baypath's description of Sheldon: “School is back in session, and Sheldon is most likely to be...
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 elderly man who disappeared from the Golden Pond assisted living facility on Sunday night and was...
Editor's note: In a previous version of this article, the Edgewood at Hopkinton development was misidentified as a subdivision off Blueberry Lane. The Conservation Commission at its meeting Tuesday night reviewed violations incurred by several ongoing development...
The Hopkinton High School golf team fell to Dover-Sherborn, 221-252, on Tuesday at Hopkinton Country Club. That leaves the Hillers with a record of 2-2.
The elderly man who disappeared from the Golden Pond assisted living facility on Sunday night and was rescued Tuesday morning never strayed that far from the grounds, interim Hopkinton Fire Chief Gary Daugherty believes, but because he was in a “very deep, thick area...
According to an old adage, a person can never completely understand another until walking in their shoes. Project Empathy takes that concept further, using theater as a vehicle for sharing personal experiences. Eight people from different walks of life have been...
Courtesy of Amit Jagdale, we have some photos from around a wet Hopkinton.
The Hopkinton Health Department announced two drive-through flu clinics in October. The first is for older adults. It will be held Friday, Oct. 13, from 9:30-11:30 a.m. at the Senior Center (28 Mayhew Street). Nursing staff from the Health Department will be at the...
ARRESTS September 8 2:17 a.m. Officer Nicholas Saletnik stopped a vehicle that passed him at 80 mph on West Main Street. A 29-year-old from Milford was arrested and charged with unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, speeding in violation of special regulation, and...
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. Jim Noon, the 84-year-old Golden Pond assisted living facility resident who had been missing since...
