Arthur Lee “Art” Anderson, 85, passed away May 6, 2025, at New Hampshire’s Cheshire Medical Center, surrounded by family. Art was a well-known folk artist and a proud member of the League of NH Craftsmen. While he grew up in Hopkinton, he was a longtime resident of...
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation announced that there will be overnight ramp closures at the interchange of Interstate 495 southbound and Interstate 90 this Tuesday and Wednesday. Closures will start at 11:59 p.m. and end at 5 a.m. MassDOT anticipates...
I’m writing to support Jeff Doyle for the Hopkinton [Select Board]. Jeff grew up in town and is now choosing to raise his own family here, it's clear he has made a commitment to this community. He is concerned about our commercial base, the budget, clean water and...
The Hopkinton Police Department early Friday morning aided the Massachusetts State Police in the arrest of two people who fled into the woods off the MassPike near the Westborough line after being chased by police. An HPD Facebook post stated that local police...
I am writing to enthusiastically endorse Shahidul Mannan for Select Board. I have had the privilege of knowing Shahidul, and I can say with full confidence that he possesses the intelligence, integrity and dedication that our community needs in its leadership....
There are two contested races in this year's Annual Town Election. Jeffrey Doyle, Matt Kizner and incumbent Shahidul Mannan will vie for the two available seats on the Select Board. Current Select Board vice chair Mary Jo LaFreniere is not seeking reelection....
As we approach Election Day, I want to take a moment to remind all Hopkinton residents to vote on May 19. The truth is, you have more control, influence and access to local politics versus anything you see on TV about national issues. And local officials have more to...
I am writing this letter to ask you to vote for Jeff Doyle and his ideals to become a member of the Hopkinton Select Board. Like many others who have written to endorse Jeff, I have known him for a very long time. To be honest, I’ve known him since the July Fourth day...
I’m writing to express my support for my husband, Jeff Doyle, for the Select Board. As his wife, I’m lucky to know Jeff’s heart better than most. But for those who don’t, I’d like to share why I believe he’s the kind of person we need leading our town. Jeff knows...
The School Committee on Thursday voted to ratify three-year contracts for the Hopkinton Teachers Association and Evan Bishop, the new superintendent. The HTA pact runs from 2025 until 2028. The Independent was awaiting a response regarding further details on the...
I am proud to endorse Shahidul Mannan for another term on Hopkinton’s Select Board. Shahidul has been a dedicated volunteer for the citizens of Hopkinton for many years serving on the Appropriation Committee, Planning Board and Select Board. In all of these roles, he...
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. Middle school DI team ready for technical challenge at Global Finals A team of fifth-grade students...
We are proud to endorse our friend Shahidul Mannan for reelection to the Select Board in the upcoming town-wide election. In his time on the board, Shahidul has shown himself to be a person of integrity, wisdom, intelligence, kindness, patience and sensitivity. What’s...
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 10-year-old Mick. Here is Baypath's description of Mick: "Meet Mick — your new little shadow! "Mick is a charming senior...
I am writing in support of Shahidul Mannan, Matthew Kizner and Peter Mimmo in the Town Election. Like Shahidul, Matt and Peter, I did not grow up in Hopkinton. Nor did I attend a highly ranked high school like the one my children were lucky enough to attend in...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E1PY9K2NEKk Following a public hearing Wednesday night, the Board of Health unanimously approved new regulations prohibiting the sale of tobacco to individuals born after a certain date. The Board of Health held the public hearing to...
The Water/Sewer Advisory Board (WSAB) on Wednesday heard a review of three proposed options for the town’s water and sewer rates for fiscal year 2026 in order to provide a recommendation to the Select Board. Matthew Abrahams of the Abrahams Group gave a presentation...
I would like to add my name to the group of supporters for the reelection of Shahidul Mannan to the Hopkinton Select Board. Mr. Mannan has served in his capacity as a board member with distinction and balance on a myriad of important issues coming before our town. His...
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. Jacobs calls his service on Board of Health a 'real privilege' Chair Richard Jacobs bid farewell to...
The Parks & Recreation Commission on Tuesday night reviewed its Community Preservation projects and discussed the potential impacts of the proposed Center School reuse plan on funding future projects. “I personally think it really hamstrings us for future things...
