On Tuesday night, the Hopkinton Select Board will interview four finalists for Town Manager, including controversial candidate Jason Hoch. Hoch, Williamstown’s former Town Manager, resigned in 2021 following a federal lawsuit accusing him and Chief Johnson of neglecting racial harassment and sexual assault complaints within the Williamstown Police Department.
The Hopkinton Select Board will meet to interview Town Manager candidates, receive an update on a mishandled document release involving former Deputy Chief Jay Porter’s alleged victim, and discuss the Eversource LNG facility’s safety. They will also consider releasing Executive Session minutes from 42 past meetings.
Hopkinton’s Director of Public Works, Kerry Reed, announced that the Massachusetts DEP approved the activation of a full-scale PFAS treatment system at Well #6, now operational and providing cleaner water. PFAS, harmful to human health, likely contaminated Well #6 from AFFF used by the Massachusetts Fire Academy. The approval is valid until July 1, 2027.
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.
State Representative James Arena-DeRosa will be the Grand Marshall of this year’s Hopkinton Horribles Parade, organized by the Hopkinton Republican Town Committee. The July 4th event will feature a family-friendly parade with themed floats and awards. Parade participants must adhere to the organizers’ rules and register via email.
On June 20, Hopkinton hosted a forum for town manager candidates after Norman Khumalo’s retirement. The finalists are Lance Delpriore from Foxborough, Christopher Senior from Cohasset, Jason Hoch from Williamstown, and interim town manager Elaine Lazarus. Each candidate brings unique strengths in municipal management, community engagement, and strategic governance.
Today, Hopkinton Water and Sewer Manager issued a public notice regarding the town water system and the effects of the current heat wave. “Please be advised that this current heat wave has put an enormous strain on the water system. Pumps are struggling to stay...
The 20th annual Hopkinton Community Summer Band held its first rehearsal on Tuesday, June 18. The band will perform a concert on the Common on July 21, featuring a world premiere of a new piece of music and an appearance by former conductor Steve...
Hopkinton Fire Chief Gary Daugherty, Jr. informs the public that the Commonwealth’s 911 system has been restored.
The Hopkinton Board of Health is tackling unlicensed food establishments in Legacy Farms, closing down operations while new ones emerge. We decided to see what all the fuss was about.
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