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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, May 25 edition

by Hopkinton Independent | May 25, 2026

Man who allegedly crashed stolen BMW held without bail pending dangerousness hearing Friday

Apr 29, 2026

A North Billerica man arrested in Hopkinton on April 21 on charges including cocaine trafficking and malicious...

Conservation Commission to consult town counsel about water running off Charleswood School site

Apr 29, 2026

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VRbqYcGnN7g The Conservation Commission on Tuesday voted 4-1-1 to seek the advice of...

BoMain Slice of Hopkinton photo contest winner, May 6 edition

by Hopkinton Independent | May 6, 2026

The Hopkinton Independent presents A Slice of Hopkinton photo contest, sponsored by BoMain pizza bar and grill. Readers are encouraged to submit photos of...

Boston Marathon 2026: Gilbreath shows heart by taking on marathon challenge

Apr 10, 2026

Keith Gilbreath has run a dozen marathons, including Boston, but when he takes to the starting line this April to run...

Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Beansprout

Apr 9, 2026

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

Photos: HHS Science & Engineering Fair

by Hopkinton Independent | Feb 4, 2026

The Hopkinton High School Science & Engineering Fair was held Wednesday in the HHS cafeteria.

New superintendent presents goals for year

Sep 5, 2025

Superintendent Evan Bishop presented goals for the first year in his new position at the Sept. 4 School Committee...

School Committee talks budget changes, central office lease

Sep 5, 2025

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J5jPLA-Zy1A&list=PL8WekT6kxX1B3xlP6fIr3QmhJButK4GkU&index=1 Budget matters and...

Move In Style Athlete Spotlight: Barry O’Brien

by Hopkinton Independent | Mar 19, 2026

The team’s captain, O’Brien ranked fourth overall in the Central Massachusetts Ski League after consistently scoring in the top 10 in league races, with a...

Hillers boys swimming welcomes big rookie class

Dec 15, 2025

Swimming teams typically have relatively small rosters, so MaryLauren Burke was pleasantly surprised to see eight...

HHS girls swimming led by veteran group

Dec 15, 2025

First year Hopkinton High School girls swimming coach MaryLauren Burke’s job could be made easier this winter by...

Paula Scardino, 89

by Hopkinton Independent | Mar 3, 2026

Paula B. (Melnick) Scardino, 89, of Hopkinton and formerly Framingham, died Feb. 28, 2026, after a period of declining health. Born in Boston, she was the...

Dolores Sables, 88

Nov 30, 2025

Dolores R. Sables, 88, of Sun City, Florida, and formerly of Hopkinton, passed away Nov. 28, 2025. Born in Woonsocket,...

Brenda Sulfaro, 81

Nov 29, 2025

Brenda Ann Sulfaro, 81, of Linwood and formerly Hopkinton, passed away on Nov. 27, 2025. Born and raised in...

Letter to the Editor: Cemetery tree-clearing disappointing

Mar 20, 2024

I have always loved the quiet and calmness experienced while visiting cemeteries, and as a resident of Woodville have often enjoyed walks through our...

Letter to the Editor: Rezoning could hurt The Preserve

Mar 5, 2024

All of us here at The Preserve condos, located directly across from Hopkinton State Park, are facing a critical issue from the Town of Hopkinton Planning...

Letter to the Editor: Input sought for community health survey

Feb 9, 2024

I am writing to inform residents of a recent initiative from our Health Department. The community health survey reflects a proactive approach to understanding...

Letter to the Editor: The exceptional crime of sexual violence

Feb 7, 2024

I live here in town and am the executive director of a Massachusetts nonprofit (RIA, Inc.) that serves hundreds of women who have experienced sexual violence,...

Letter to the Editor: New school deserves better name

Jan 29, 2024

We missed the boat when Marathon Elementary School was named. We now have a chance to change that! The new Elmwood replacement school should be named the Head...

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Hopkinton Today for Monday, May 4: Motions in citizens’ petition not called for vote due to quorum issues at ATM

by Hopkinton Independent | May 4, 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. Auciello Drive-related motions could come back to future meeting Residents will not have a chance to...