The Festivus holiday, held on December 23rd, is an unofficial holiday popularized as a quirky and humorous alternative to the traditional holiday season. Festivus, first mentioned in the 1997 television show "Seinfeld," has broken free of its TV origins and become a cultural touchstone for many.

LaFreniere stated, "I fully accept this. It's my fault entirely." LaFreniere told police that she did not want any special treatment. She will attend tonight’s Select Board meeting, knowing that there will be comments aimed at her during the public forum. She said, “I'll be judged harshly. Let the chips fall where they may.”

On December 16, 1773, 311 years ago today, John Dickman of Hopkinton, Massachusetts, participated in one of the most famous events in American history: the Boston Tea Party. In a demonstration of colonial revolt against British rule, American patriots—some disguised as Mohawk Indians—dumped 342 chests of tea into the Boston Harbor.

Congratulations to the Hopkinton High School (HHS) Varsity Cheer team for making it to the Massachusetts School Administrators' Association Fall Cheerleading Tournament (States) for the first time in 10 years! The Hillers placed 12th out of 30 Division 2 teams at the state championships, and their coach, Rachel DeMore, couldn't be prouder of them.

This topic is highly contentious in Hopkinton, with many residents expressing concerns about its effects on schools, taxes, and the character of the town. However, local officials emphasize that compliance with state law is essentially mandatory. Ignoring or circumventing the zoning bylaw could lead to negative consequences for the town.

The genesis of Hatherly and Martinez's initiative was born out of the fact that—while there are numerous local businesses in need of volunteers—it seemed that there wasn't significant coordination to make sure the two parties can find each other.

Developer Kevin Meehan has pulled plans for a country store and gas station to be sited at the corner of School and West Main Streets in Hopkinton, Massachusetts. At the Zoning Board of Appeals meeting last night, Meehan asked to withdraw the application without prejudice.

A barred owl caught by its wing in a mass of monofilament near Whitehall. “We managed to rescue it, but Bill Proctor took it to Tufts, where the outcome was equally sad,” Ed Harrow shared.

The HFD undertook a procurement process to dispose of these vehicles, ensuring all fluids were drained so they could be positioned upside down for training before being dismantled and sold for scrap metal.

Led by Bryan Brown, the program offers teams for various age groups, allowing children to participate and develop their skills alongside peers of similar ages and skill levels. The program's structure ensures that young athletes can progress through the ranks as they grow and improve.

Great to see Officer Tim Brennan back in uniform! Brennan and Jake Campbell, another Hopkinton to Milford transplant, ensure a safe election today in Milford.

Voting is an essential component of the democratic process, a basic civil right, and at the same time a duty that has been fought for and defended through the ages. Voting allows us to shape the direction of our community and our nation.