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Independent Thoughts: Special birthdays draw crowds to honor Mackin, Finnegan

by Jerry Spar | Jun 15, 2020

It’s become common to see a drive-by birthday celebration during the pandemic. Recently there were two extra-special such events. On June 5 Hopkinton High School senior Liam Finnegan turned 19, and a parade of cars carrying well-wishers made its way through his Rocky...

Dick Hoyt aims for return at 2020 Boston Marathon

by Chris Villani | Apr 10, 2019

Son Rick a race-day decision for 2019 after bout with pneumonia Back surgery and some recent health scares will keep Dick Hoyt from pushing his son, Rick, at this year’s Boston Marathon, but the loving father, accomplished athlete and Hopkinton icon said he is hoping...