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Literacy pilot programs adopted at elementary level

by Susan Gonsalves | June 23, 2026 | Education, Featured: Education | 0 Comments

The Hopkinton school district will pilot three literacy programs in kindergarten through Grade 5 this fall, with an eye toward adoption of one for the 2027-28 school year. Jeff LaBroad, assistant superintendent for curriculum and instruction, and Julie Matson,...

Hopkinton Today for Tuesday, June 23: Select Board chair to hold listening session next week

by Hopkinton Independent | June 23, 2026 | Featured: Features, Hopkinton Today | 0 Comments

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. Mannan hopes to hear feedback from residents on town issues As Shahidul Mannan settles into his new...

Photos: Run for Rafa 5K at HHS

by Hopkinton Independent | June 22, 2026 | Featured, Featured: Features | 0 Comments

The Run for Rafa 5K was held at Hopkinton High School on Saturday. The event included a post-race celebration, community partner booths and a raffle. Organizers put the race together as a fundraiser for HHS student Raphaela Cristeli, who is recovering from...

Real Estate Transactions, June 22 edition

by Hopkinton Independent | June 22, 2026 | Featured: News, News | 0 Comments

Hopkinton Today for Monday, June 22: Parks & Rec movies, concerts at Town Common return this summer

by Hopkinton Independent | June 22, 2026 | Featured: Features, Hopkinton Today | 0 Comments

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. Movies on the Common starts up this week with 'Zootopia 2' The Parks & Recreation Department's...

Photos: Golden Pond Car Show

by Hopkinton Independent | June 21, 2026 | Featured, Featured: Features | 0 Comments

Golden Pond Assisted Living held its first-ever car show Saturday. The day included classic cars, live music and a trophy ceremony. Proceeds from the event are targeted to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association.

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Real Estate Transactions, June 1 edition

by Hopkinton Independent | Jun 1, 2026

Select Board seeks town counsel feedback on proposed CV license policy

May 6, 2026

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y_UsDPbW8Yw The Select Board on Tuesday unanimously approved asking town counsel to...

Select Board stresses resident input in police chief selection process

May 6, 2026

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y_UsDPbW8Yw The Select Board on Tuesday voted unanimously to select Public Safety...

Library Corner, May 20 edition

by Hopkinton Independent | May 18, 2026

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...

Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Pebbles

Apr 16, 2026

Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This...

Photos: Marathon Quilters Guild show at HCA

Apr 16, 2026

The Marathon Quilters Guild held its 30th annual show at the Hopkinton Center for the Arts on April 11-12. An opening...

Schedule in place to interview school administrator candidates

by Susan Gonsalves | Feb 27, 2026

During Thursday’s School Committee meeting, Superintendent Evan Bishop outlined the restructuring of his administrative team in the wake of an impending...

Hopkins project ahead of schedule; potential of scope additions suggested

Oct 31, 2025

On Thursday, the School Committee accepted a revised schedule for the Hopkins School project and agreed to investigate...

Hopkinton schools receive high ranks in U.S. News & World Report survey

Oct 28, 2025

Hopkinton Middle School and two Hopkinton elementary schools received high rankings statewide in an annual survey of...

HHS girls basketball coach Greco steps down after long run

by Hopkinton Independent | Apr 13, 2026

Hopkinton High School girls basketball coach Mike Greco is stepping away from his position after 11 seasons at the helm and 23 years with the athletic...

Move In Style Athlete Spotlight: Oneli Weeraratne

Feb 4, 2026

Weeraratne qualified for sectionals in the 100 butterfly at a meet in late January. She also helped qualify the team’s...

Move In Style Athlete Spotlight: Jason O’Connell

Jan 28, 2026

O’Connell ran three events at the Division 2 state relays on Jan. 18, most notably a leg on the 4x400-meter relay that...

Nanette Kenrick, 79

by Hopkinton Independent | Apr 12, 2026

Nanette Anne Kenrick passed away March 25, 2026, at the age of 79. Nanette was a long-term member and director of the Hopkinton Historical Society, where she...

Roy Tiziani, 82

Jan 6, 2026

Roy P. Tiziani, 82, of Hopkinton passed away on Jan. 4, 2026, after a period of declining health. Born in Framingham...

Robert Manchester, 93

Jan 5, 2026

Robert E. Manchester, 93, of Milford and a former longtime resident of Hopkinton, passed away on Jan. 4, 2026. Born in...

Letter to the Editor: Mimmo for Select Board

May 14, 2024

I am happy to endorse Peter Mimmo for the Select Board. He is a candidate who reflects unique experience and qualities we need. Peter’s understanding of our...

Letter to the Editor: McSweeney for Select Board

May 14, 2024

I have had the pleasure of knowing Kyla McSweeney for some time, and pleasantly witnessed her consistent dedication to our community and deep commitment to...

Letter to the Editor: Mimmo defends work with MCAD

May 14, 2024

I write as a candidate for Hopkinton Select Board in response to a letter to the editor offered by Martin Green. Mr. Green is the respondent, or defendant, in...

Letter to the Editor: Individual questions actions of MCAD, Mimmo

May 14, 2024

To the residents of the Town of Hopkinton, Recently while driving through your town, I saw a Peter Mimmo for Select Board sign. As a resident and former...

Letter to the Editor: Mimmo for Select Board

May 13, 2024

Please join me in voting for Peter Mimmo for Select Board. Peter is professionally and personally experienced and equipped to help lead the town through the...

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Hopkinton Today for Wednesday, May 13: Board of Health sets hearing for kratom/synthetic THC regulations

by Hopkinton Independent | May 13, 2026 | Featured: Features, Hopkinton Today

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 Department seeks to adjust tobacco regulations, limit sale of kratom/synthetic THC The Board...