Photos: Senior Center Halloween party

Sep 2026 12

Photos: 9/11 memorial service at Town Common

Hopkinton hosted a memorial at the Town Common on Friday to commemorate the 25th anniversary of 9/11. The event was organized by Marine Corps veteran Mike Whalen. Featured speakers included Fire Chief Gary Daugherty, Interim Police Chief Scott van Raalten and state...

Sep 2026 11

Hopkinton Today for Friday, Sept. 11: Charter Review Committee hears from Board of Health on proposals

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. Committee split on proposal to expand Board of Health membership The Charter Review Committee will...

Sep 2026 10

Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Porcini

Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 1-year-old Porcini. Here is Baypath's description of Porcini: "Porcini is a handsome, gentle sweetheart looking for a...

Sep 2026 10

Hopkinton Today for Thursday, Sept. 10: 9/11 remembrance to be held at Town Common Friday

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. 9/11 ceremony to feature local leaders, remembrance of victims In memory of the 25th anniversary...

Sep 2026 9

Hopkinton Today for Wednesday, Sept. 9: HFD, HPD conduct interagency emergency exercises

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. Joint exercises intended to identify challenges, coordinate emergency responses According to...

Sep 2026 8

Hopkinton Today for Tuesday, Sept. 8: Diversity murals to be unveiled at EMC Park Sunday

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. Mural reflects value of outdoors, diversity in Scouting EMC Park will have a more festive and...