Photos: Hopkinton snowscape

Oct 2026 9

Hopkinton Today for Friday, Oct. 9: McAuliffe responds to convenience store lobby claims over tobacco regulations

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. Health director affirms NFG regulations were driven by community Hopkinton's health director has...

Oct 2026 8

Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Mochi

Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 4-year-old Mochi. Here is Baypath's description of Mochi: “Mochi is a gentle, affectionate boy with the sweetest full-body...

Oct 2026 8

Professional Insights: Why buying now may make sense

Waiting for the “perfect” housing market can feel safer than making a decision. But before postponing your move until 2027, ask a better question: What would buying now accomplish, and can you do it comfortably? “Mortgage rates are too high.” That concern is real....

Oct 2026 8

Hopkinton Today for Thursday, Oct. 8: HOP awarded $625K in federal funding

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. Five-year grant aimed at preventing youth substance use Hopkinton Organizing for Prevention has...

Oct 2026 7

Hopkinton Today for Wednesday, Oct. 7: Residents reminded to limit use of school grounds during day

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. Student safety, learning environments a concern with resident use of school grounds The town is...