The Hopkinton High School unified basketball team won its opening game against visiting Ashland on Friday.
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Routine ramp closures at I-90/I-495 interchange continue Monday
Overnight work on ramps at the Interstate 90/Interstate 495 interchange in Hopkinton continues this week. According to a notice from the Massachusetts Department of Transportation, routine construction on the I-90/I-495 interchange will commence Monday and continue...
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School Committee considers debt exclusion request for HVAC
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SOUHaO2YDt4&list=PL8WekT6kxX1B3xlP6fIr3QmhJButK4GkU&index=1 At its next meeting, the School Committee is tasked with deciding the type of heating/cooling system that is necessary going forward as part of its long-range capital...
Hopkinton Today for Friday, Sept. 26: Parks & Rec looks for new member as Hanson departs
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. Hanson resigns from Parks & Rec before end of fourth term The Parks & Recreation Commission...
Commission on Disability votes for new leadership, announces state funding for library accessibility improvements
The Commission on Disability on Monday elected a new slate of leaders and discussed its plans to highlight areas of concern for people with disabilities through a joint event with the Department of Public Works. Nancy “Punky” Drawe was voted as the new chair,...
Photos: HHS girls volleyball tops Norton
The Hopkinton High School girls volleyball team improved to 7-1 with a 3-0 victory over visiting Norton on Wednesday.
Conservation Commission reviews plans for proposed commercial office building off Lumber Street
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ep5Wx04hT5I&t=4515s The Conservation Commission on Tuesday voted unanimously to continue the hearing on a proposed commercial office building off Lumber Street until Oct. 7 after reviewing plan changes and proposed new language. REC...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Atticus
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 8-month-old Atticus. Here is Baypath's description of Atticus: "Looking for a fun-loving, energetic companion to join you on...
Hopkinton Today for Thursday, Sept. 25: Town seeks feedback on economic development plan
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. Town partners with MAPC to administer economic survey A survey put out by the town and the...
Select Board hearing on plaque honoring enslaved Hopkinton residents generates discussion on jurisdictional issues
The Select Board on Tuesday reviewed a request by the Hopkinton Historical Society to commemorate the history and contributions of people enslaved in Hopkinton with a plaque on the Town Common. It stirred discussions about accuracy, the request for Select Board input...
Select Board deems Hayward Street dog ‘dangerous’; approves RFP for McFarland-Sanger House disposition
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EI-r5xvrXWY During its four-hour meeting Tuesday, the Select Board unanimously voted to determine that a Hayward Street dog is dangerous after hearing descriptions of the dog’s attacks on a neighbor’s chickens and cat. The dog, named...
Town Hall video incident prompts employee training
Town Manager Elaine Lazarus on Tuesday told the Select Board that a visit by First Amendment auditors videotaping in Town Hall on Sept. 12 has led to the scheduling of a formal training session for employees next week. “We’ll continue to provide town employees with...
Tempers flare during Crust & Co. license discussion
At Tuesday's Select Board meeting, Town Manager Elaine Lazarus acknowledged that Crust & Co., the pizza shop located in the former home of Hillers Pizza, opened without a building inspection being performed. The common victualer (CV) license was approved 4-1 at...
Arrests/Police Log, Sept. 24 edition
ARRESTS Sept. 19 3:30 p.m. The Ashland Police Department reported a person at the State Park on Cedar Street who was trespassed from the property. Officers Justin Cappuccio and Kyle Quinzani responded and stopped the individual in his vehicle at the park entrance. A...
Parks & Rec considers future of Pyne Field as it puts together FY 27 CPC requests
The Parks & Recreation Commission on Tuesday voted to ask for additional funds for the Pyne Field project as well as funding for two additional projects ahead of the upcoming Community Preservation application deadline of Oct. 9. During a review of possible...
Hopkinton Today for Wednesday, Sept. 24: Activist pleads guilty to diversion of money
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. Leader of controversial town rally pleads guilty in federal court Monica Cannon-Grant, the...
Professional Insights: Protect your home for winter
If you plan to brave the New England winter at home, you’ll want it to be as cozy and comfortable as possible. If you’re a snowbird, you don’t want to return to a disaster. In either case, the following steps will help ensure that your house has a happy new year....
Move In Style Athlete Spotlight: Gabby Pattie
Last year, Pattie ranked fourth in the state with 684 assists and was named Division 2 all-state at setter. Earlier this month, in back-to-back matches against Division 1 Algonquin and Tri-Valley League rival Westwood, the second-year captain recorded nine digs and 28...
Planning Board: New principal planner named; Starbucks parking hearing continued
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=22u09_Fo6VE&t=684s In a short meeting Monday night, John Gelcich, the town’s Director of Land Use, Planning and Permitting, announced to the Planning Board that the person succeeding him as principal planner has been hired. Aneri...
