On June 27, the MetroWest YMCA Family Outdoor Center in Hopkinton inaugurated eight new pickleball courts, enhancing community facilities and fostering social connections. CEO Rick Macpherson highlighted the courts' role in building a vibrant community. The courts open on July 1. Exciting events and camps are planned, furthering regional growth and collaboration.

Mental Health Collaborative in Hopkinton seeks runners for the August 18, 2024, Falmouth Road Race to raise a minimum of $1,000 each. Fees are covered. Their mission includes mental health education and resilience-building. Contact Nicole MacLennan at nmaclennan@mentalhealthcollaborative.org or fill out the Google Form by June 28th.

Live4Evan, a Hopkinton non-profit, supports families of children with congenital heart disease by providing temporary housing near Boston Children's Hospital. Founded by Michael and Barbara Girardi after their son Evan’s passing, the organization is recruiting runners for the 2024 Falmouth Road Race. Interested participants should contact Dave Krueger.

The Boston Celtics are on their way to another title, but the organization's foundation was laid by Hopkinton men George V. Brown and his son Walter.

Hopkinton Parks and Recreation invites the public to celebrate the grand opening of the Fruit Street Pickleball and Tennis Courts on May 31 at 3:00 PM. The event includes food, drinks, and music. The new facility features four pickleball courts and a multipurpose tennis court. Access is first-come, first-serve until September 8.

Hopkinton, typically a quiet town, comes alive each Patriots' Day as tens of thousands converge for the historic Boston Marathon. The 128th event drew 29,451 entrants from 129 countries; notable participants included Estonia's Roman Fosti and charity runner Zach Bilotta. Runners are supported by nearly 10,000 volunteers and cheered by spectators providing a vibrant atmosphere, with a record pace and large female pack highlighting this year's marathon.

Sisay Lemma and Hellen Obiri were the top men's and women's finishers in the 128th Boston Marathon.

Waves of starts from Hopkinton, Massachusetts, as runners and spectators celebrated the 100th running of the Boston Marathon from the starting line in Hopkinton.

30,000+ runners and 9,000+ volunteers!

The 128th Boston Marathon on April 15, 2024, will mark its centenary in Hopkinton and feature the Michael Lisnow Respite Center charity team. Co-founders of the center and special educators, Sharon Lisnow and Mary McQueeney, will start wave four of the run. Originating in 1997 to support families with disabled children, the center celebrates its 26th marathon anniversary with 73 runners fundraising to provide crucial services. Repeat runners, inspired by personal experiences and community impact, raise significant funds and awareness, weaving a tapestry of support and memories through the Respite Center's charity program.

HPD issued an advisory for road closures for Monday, April 15.

In advance of the 128th running of the Boston Marathon, the Hopkinton Common was alive today with food and fun for all ages. The capstone event was the first annual 100-yard dash hosted by the Hopkinton Marathon Committee.