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ConCom Approves Septic Plans, Takes Enforcement Action
ConCom approved two septic-system plans, issued enforcement orders for three properties, and imposed an $1,800 fine during its August 25 meeting. Conservation Commission (ConCom) also continued work on a Wood Street building proposal and revisions to wetlands...
Hopkinton Main Street Project Update 8/31 thru 9/4
Project Status/Anticipated Work Permanent line striping will be done as night work on Monday — Thursday. Miscellaneous sidewalk work and repairs throughout the project. Driveway work at Next Generation Children’s Center - 2 Wood...
School Committee Discusses Bus Schedule Options for 2027-28
Hopkinton, Aug. 20, 2026 — The Hopkinton School Committee presented four possible bus schedules for the 2027-28 grade reconfiguration. Committee members also heard four speakers question the district's policy regarding religious artifacts that resemble weapons. The...
Opinion
HHS Can Carry AI Literacy Into Paid Work Experience
To the Editor: As Maci Ober of HopNews has reported, Hopkinton High School is building clearer rules and AI literacy around responsible use. Massachusetts is also funding paid AI internships for 400 public high school students, pairing students with industry mentors...
LTE: Flock Cameras and Privacy Concerns
To the Editor: I am writing to express severe concern about the Hopkinton Police Department placing flock cameras in Hopkinton. If you're unfamiliar with them, Flock cameras are specialized license plate readers. The cameras capture and store your license plate, your...
Letter to the Editor: The Importance of Choice
To the Editor: This is a call to protect liberty and privacy in Hopkinton. Liberty is freedom of choice. That concept is foundational to our country. Every American is endowed with the rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. The freedom to choose our...
Obituaries
Kathleen Mary Gamache: A Life Remembered
Born Kathleen Mary Hussey on June 19, 1957, in Grafton, MA, Kathy passed away on August 27, 2026, at home, her favorite place on earth, surrounded by her loving family after a 20-month courageous battle with Pancreatic Cancer. Until her final breath, she encouraged...
Eric Seaholm: A Life Remembered and Celebrated
Eric Neal Seaholm of Hopkinton died peacefully at home on Monday, August 24, 2026, surrounded by his family and song. Eric graduated from Wilfred Academy and then served in the National Guard as a member of the 215th Army Band. He met his wife of 58 years at...
David Dockstader: A Legacy of Service and Courage
David John Dockstader, 81, of Hopkinton, MA, passed away peacefully at home on August 15th, surrounded by his close family. This was after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Born in Somerville in 1945, he was the son of the late John and Libby Dockstader. He...
Jill Sarafinas Holman of Hopkinton: A Life Remembered
Jill E. Sarafinas née Holman, 68, of Hopkinton, passed away suddenly on Friday, August 14, 2026. Born in Newton, she was the daughter of the late Carolyn (Henderson) and Charles A. Holman. She was the wife of George Anthony Sarafinas for 19 years. Jill graduated from...
Billie Flannery: Celebrating a Remarkable Legacy
Ollie Mae (Martin) Flannery, 93, of Hopkinton, Massachusetts, passed peacefully on July 29, 2026. Ollie Mae was born in Muskogee, OK, the daughter of Silas and Ollie Mae (Fanning) Martin. Yes, she was an Okie from Muskogee. Ollie was proud of her Oklahoma roots, and...
Featured Pets
Baypath Humane Society Receives $75,000 Grant for New Animal Center
The grant will help fund the final phase of Baypath’s new animal care and adoption center, which is under construction on Fruit Street in Hopkinton. New Center The 8,200-square-foot center is the largest investment in Baypath’s nearly 50-year history, according to the...
Humor
Dad Jokes, Maspenock Style!
Happy Father's Day, Hopkinton!