I fully endorse Shahidul Mannan for reelection to the Hopkinton Select Board. In his three years on the Select Board, he has diligently worked to improve the quality of life in our town. His dedication to promote economic development, school growth, clean water and...
Open Space Preservation Commission chair Ed Harrow stormed out of Thursday night’s meeting after members did not come to a consensus on how to go about creating an invasive species management plan for the Whitehall Conservation Area, discussing broader aims instead....
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. Mass. Maritime students run natural disaster scenario for town officials Officials from across town...
When students from Hopkinton High School participate in the national conference for the Business Professionals of America, junior Kaesha Rajgor will serve as Massachusetts Secondary State president and junior Ishita Urs will represent the state as secondary treasurer....
None of the members of the 2025 Hopkinton High School girls outdoor track and field team were alive the last time the Hillers lost a dual meet, and an impressive win over Holliston earlier this season has the program looking to extend a winning streak that dates back...
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 2-year-old Rocky. Here is Baypath's description of Rocky: “Meet Rocky! Rocky is full of life with a playful spirit, a loving...
You’ve fluffed the pillows, stocked the fridge with local goodies and picked out the perfect welcome mat — but is your vacation rental truly ready to wow? Enter usability experience: the not-so-secret ingredient that transforms a good stay into a five-star memory....
Gorman Richardson Lewis Architects of Hopkinton recently completed a renovation at One Ash Street, home to the Boston Athletic Association, which organizes the Boston Marathon. Built in 1900, this 9,000-square-foot historic building is located on Route 135 next to the...
Using their expertise to install and maintain landscapes by assessing and preserving the health of trees and shrubs for the long term is the aim of the professionals at Hopkinton’s Peer Arboricultural Services. “We treat our clients’ landscapes as if they were our...
I, like many others, am feeling increasingly isolated. Almost every aspect of our lives is politicized. Discussing facts related to the current administration’s policies is now dismissed as politics, but it’s important to still be able to share real stories. My love...
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. Roman 'very disappointed' in SJC ruling upholding suspension The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court...
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...
During the first three dual meets of the season, the Hopkinton High School boys outdoor track and field team competed in one that was really cold, another that was particularly windy and a third on a rare hot spring day in New England. The conditions were all...
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...
This year’s Annual Town Election, set for May 19, features two contested races: Select Board and Board of Assessors. The Independent spoke with the candidates for these seats to get an idea of why they are running and what issues are most important to them. The...
ARRESTS None this week. POLICE LOG April 29 12:09 a.m. Officer Aline Matos made checks of Legacy Farms North. 7:53 a.m. A caller reported some type of spill in the roadway on Cedar Street. The DPW was notified. 8:45 a.m. Officer Nicholas Walker completed...
As a private citizen and a member of the Commission on Disability, I am delighted to offer my strong endorsement for the adaptive playground at Marathon School. Having lived with the challenges of disability as a child with polio in the 1950s and 1960s, I can...
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 Meeting passes article to complete MWRA design work The first clicker vote at Monday night's...
Ruff, who is committed to Saint Anselm College, has been the Hillers’ top pitcher as well as playing “college level” shortstop, according to coach Matt Anderson. Heading into May, Ruff was batting .458 with a .548 on-base percentage. He also led the team with five...
The Water-Sewer Department is advising residents to be aware of potential water discoloration Wednesday following a required flow test on Meserve Street. Crews will be conducting the flow test at 6 p.m. Wednesday on Meserve Street, near the Next Generation Children's...
