Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 5-year-old Lexi. Here is Baypath's description of Lexi: "Lexi is a 5-year-old sweetheart who’s equal parts silly and snuggly....
Have you ever noticed how hotel room prices seem to change almost daily? One night a room is $149, the next night it jumps to $179, and by the weekend it could skyrocket to $249 because a big event is in town. That pricing shift is not random. It is called revenue...
Under Pressure has delivered customized power washing, cleaning and property maintenance solutions to Hopkinton residents and businesses for more than 25 years. When a home’s exterior needs a refresh — roof and windows cleaned, gutters cleared — Mark Mercer, CEO of...
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. HPTO, The Herd team up again on HerSwap community fundraiser The second annual HerSwap community-wide...
The Hopkinton Independent presents A Slice of Hopkinton photo contest, sponsored by BoMain pizza bar and grill. 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...
ARRESTS Sept. 27 11:35 p.m. Officer Eva Cann attempted to conduct a motor vehicle stop on West Main Street, and Sgt. Cody Normandin and Officer Lucille Creedon responded as backup. The vehicle was pursued and eventually stopped on Hayward Street. A 35-year-old from...
Hopkinton High School boys cross-country coach Laura McKenzie was not sure what to expect heading into the 2025 season. But the strong, established culture of success in the program and a sizable roster has McKenzie excited as the season hits the midway point. “We...
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. HALT plans celebratory walk through Wiley Woods The Hopkinton Area Land Trust will celebrate its 30th...
A captain and three-year varsity player, Zakharov mans the midfield for the Hillers. He recorded a pair of goals and an assist early in the season to help the team earn points in tight games and get off to a 4-1-1 start. “Tim also provides effective leadership on...
The Hopkinton High School girls cross-country team is deeper this year than it has been in many past seasons, despite having a relatively small roster. Coach Jean Cann said the start of the season was focused on getting newer runners some experience after the Hillers...
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...
Eileen M. Roth, 65, died suddenly on Sept. 11, 2025, at her home in Hopkinton. Born in Hartford, Connecticut, she was the daughter of the late John and Mary (McClernon) Roth. Eileen graduated from Boston University School of Nursing in 1981 and earned her master’s...
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. Scouts create bookshelf for dementia resources Four Hopkinton Girl Scouts recently were recognized...
The Hopkinton Police Department and Fire Department responded to two separate incidents overnight into Monday morning, one during which firefighters delivered a baby boy. In the second event, a telephone pole was struck by a car late Sunday night on Hayden Rowe...
At Thursday’s School Committee meeting, principals from all grade levels presented school improvement plans, emphasizing multi-tiered layers of support, academic, social and emotional growth and transitions. Hopkinton High School Principal Justin Pominville said...
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. SCHEDULE UPDATE...
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. Rickert, family to compete on 'Family Feud' Local physical therapist Julianne Rickert and her family...
The Hopkinton High School unified basketball team won its opening game against visiting Ashland on Friday.
