hopkinton-independent-logo2x
Hopkinton, MA
loader-image
Hopkinton, US
7:26 pm, Thursday, June 4, 2026
76°F
49 %
Wind Gust: 21 mph
Clouds: 77%
Sunrise: 5:11 am
Sunset: 8:17 pm

SIGN UP TODAY!
BREAKING NEWS & DAILY NEWSLETTER





Northeastern U.S. earthquake felt in parts of Hopkinton

by | Apr 5, 2024 | Featured: News, News

Some residents of Hopkinton indicated they felt Friday morning’s earthquake that struck the northeastern part of the United States. Individuals posted on social media that they felt the ground shaking, while many others reported being unaware.

The U.S. Geological Survey reported the earthquake, with a preliminary magnitude of 4.8, was centered in the area of Whitehouse Station, New Jersey (45 miles west of New York City). Individuals from Maryland to Massachusetts and states in between shared accounts of the shaking that occurred shortly before 10:30 a.m.

There were no immediate reports of major damage or injuries.

0 Comments

Related Articles

Crack sealing on multiple streets begins Monday

The Department of Public Works announced it will start crack sealing work on several streets in town beginning Monday. The following streets are included in the project, which is expected to take approximately two weeks to complete: Connelly Hill Road Donna Pass...

Select Board votes to opt out of state cannabis delivery policy

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C6vRro4syCM The Select Board on Tuesday voted 3-0 to request that the town opt out of a new statewide cannabis policy allowing delivery to Massachusetts homes. Health Director Shaun McAuliffe recommend the town apply for a two-year...

Town Hall
Key Storage 4.14.22