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Dark-Sky Lighting Bill
A new bill making its way through Beacon Hill could shake up how Hopkinton deals with outdoor lighting in the coming years. Senate Bill 3145—officially titled, An Act to improve outdoor lighting, conserve energy, and increase dark-sky visibility, targets both electric bills and light pollution.
Select Board Meeting on June 16
The Select Board moved several major town matters forward Tuesday night, including the search for Hopkinton’s next police chief, an interim police chief appointment, water and sewer rate increases, and early planning for the future of Elmwood School.
Select Board: New Leadership, Clean Audit, Licensing Push
Hopkinton, May 26 — The Select Board reorganized for the new year, electing Shahidul Manan as Chair and Matt Kizner as Vice Chair. Additionally, they thanked outgoing Chair Joe Clark for his service. Members Brian Herr and Matt Kizner participated remotely. However,...
Opinion
Hopkinton Celebrates America’s Birthday!
Hopkinton is getting ready to celebrate our nation’s 250th birthday with this year’s Independence Day Parade. The Veterans Celebration Committee, together with the Hopkinton Democratic and Republican Town Committees, has been working hard to plan a memorable community celebration.
Everyone is invited to take part. Enter a float or vehicle, decorate a home along the parade route, walk or perform in the parade, or simply come out to watch and celebrate 250 years of America.
AG Andrea Campbell Owed Voters One Thing. She Failed.
More than 100,000 Massachusetts residents followed the rules, gathered signatures, and earned a spot on the November ballot. AG Andrea Campbell’s office erased it. No one has explained why.
Controlling Phosphorus Runoff Into Lake Whitehall
I write to thank those who voted in support of Article 13, specifically Item 29, of the 2026 ATM. This article authorizes $587,500, provided by all the Taxpayers of Hopkinton, to install a system to control phosphorus currently entering Lake Whitehall.
Obituaries
Alexander (Al) Toloczko: A Kind Soul Remembered Fondly
Alexander George Toloczko (known to everyone except his family as “Al”), 32, of Upton and formerly of Hopkinton, passed away on Monday, June 22, 2026. Born in Newton, Al was the son of Linda Ouellette of Upton and Mitchell Toloczko of Hopkinton. He was a 2012 graduate of Hopkinton High School.
Mary Tiziani Remembered
Mary T. Tiziani passed away peacefully on June 7, 2026, at her home in Hopkinton after a brief illness. She was surrounded by the love of her family and with her daughters, Kristine and Andrea, by her side. Mary was the beloved wife of Roy P. Tiziani, who passed away...
David Minkle of Hopkinton Remembered Fondly
David H. Minkle, 83, of Hopkinton, passed away on Friday, June 5, 2026. His passing followed many years of a complex medical journey marked by remarkable strength and determination. Moreover, he was born in Framingham and was the son of the late Henry F. and Edith...
Joe Lozeau: A Life of Faith and Family
Joseph A. Lozeau Jr., affectionately known to family and friends as “Butch,” passed away peacefully on May 14, 2026, at the age of 83. A resident of Cape Coral, Florida, Joe leaves behind a legacy of faith, family, service, and love.
Norma Powell: A Life of Service and Faith
HOPKINTON – Norma Genevieve (Dargie) Powell, 93, died May 29, 2026, at Timothy Daniels House in Holliston. She was born on September 8, 1932, in Malden, MA, and was the daughter of the late Percival and Edith Dargie. Norma was married to the late David Henry Beach for 25 years, and then married to the late Robert M. Powell, who died in 1999.
Hopkinton Loves Pets!
Meet Pet of the Week: Birdie!
Birdy is a very lucky boy. His pregnant mother was abandoned on a deserted island in the middle of a Georgia river, where she later gave birth. Fortunately, rescuers found Birdy’s mom and her puppies in time. Birdy and several of his littermates survived and eventually made their way into loving homes.
