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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.

NEWS

Private road policy dominates Planning Board meeting

by Mary Ellen Gambon | Jun 16, 2026

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W-IXUu0T-T0 Private ways and the town’s policy for accepting them as public roads were the main focus of the Planning Board’s...

Arrests/Police Log, June 10 edition

Jun 10, 2026

ARRESTS June 3 6:54 a.m. A caller reported a group of males fighting at Sandy Beach on Lakeshore Drive. Sgt. Cody...

Commission on Disability talks policy with town ADA coordinator

Jun 9, 2026

The Commission on Disability on Monday discussed accessibility issues in town with Christopher McWhite, the town’s ADA...

Library Corner, June 17 edition

by Hopkinton Independent | Jun 16, 2026

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...

Arts Residency: Maya Collins

Jun 3, 2026

Hopkinton High School junior Maya Collins’ art is all about detail. “Her works include painstaking detail, yet...

Professional Insights: Standout curb appeal can lead to stronger offers

Jun 3, 2026

If you’re getting ready to sell your home, don’t overlook one of the most powerful tools for attracting buyers: curb...

Schools Notebook: Donahue wins HALT scholarship

by Hopkinton Independent | Jun 4, 2026

Hopkinton High School senior Thomas Donahue won the $2,000 scholarship awarded by the Hopkinton Area Land Trust for 2026. Donahue plans to become a wildlife...

Schools Notebook: Local students earn recognition

May 4, 2026

Hopkinton High School senior Jianing Huang was named a winner of a corporation-sponsored National Merit Scholarship,...

Ellam appointed HPS chief academic officer

May 1, 2026

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J79q3XfBOAM&list=PL8WekT6kxX1B3xlP6fIr3QmhJButK4GkU&index=2 Superintendent...

HHS Sports Roundup: Girls golf state runner-up; baseball bows out

by Jerry Spar | Jun 1, 2026

The Hopkinton High School girls golf team finished second at Monday’s state championship at Indian Pond Golf Club in Kingston. Walpole, the South sectional...

Move In Style Athlete Spotlight: Liam Grady

May 26, 2026

A three-year starter, Grady led the Hillers to a 12-6 record and the young program’s first tournament berth this...

HHS girls lax, tennis teams open postseason play this week

May 25, 2026

The Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association announced the brackets for some spring sports over the weekend....

Julian Whitney Jr., 93

by Hopkinton Independent | Jun 4, 2026

Julian Edward Whitney Jr., known to family and friends as Ted, was born March 31, 1933, in Quincy, and passed away May 30, 2026, in Hopkinton after a life...

Edward Halloran, 81

May 21, 2026

Edward L. Halloran, 81, of Hopkinton passed away at his home surrounded by his family on May 20, 2026. Born in...

Ruth Dusseault, 90

May 21, 2026

Ruth Esther (Mercer) Dusseault, 90, passed away peacefully at home on May 12, 2026, after a long illness, surrounded...

Letter to the Editor: Watson for constable

Apr 26, 2026

I am writing to support Jason Watson for the position of constable (write-in candidate). Jason is a steady and reliable member of our community who...

Letter to the Editor: Auciello Drive acceptance only fair

Apr 25, 2026

As longtime residents of Auciello Drive, we are writing in support of Article 38 at the 2026 Annual Town Meeting, which will accept Auciello Drive as a public...

Letter to the Editor: Act of kindness appreciated

Apr 25, 2026

I want to share with the community an incident of kindness that happened on Saturday before Easter in front of my house on Sanctuary Lane. I was in my...

Letter to the Editor: Krishna for School Committee

Apr 24, 2026

I am pleased to support Sravana Krishna for the Hopkinton School Committee. As a current member of the committee, I understand the importance of thoughtful,...

Letter to the Editor: Auciello Drive should be public road

Apr 23, 2026

I'm writing in support of Article 38 and the formal acceptance of Auciello Drive as a public road at Town Meeting. The facts are simple: Auciello Drive was...

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Hopkinton Today for Monday, June 15: PJB awarded Cummings Foundation grant

by Hopkinton Independent | Jun 15, 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. $225K grant to help PJB fund programs, pay bills A large grant from the Cummings Foundation to...