Walter and Nicholas were adopted together on January 19. Here’s where this story gets even better! Baypath has received several applications after the article, with many adopters now interested in meeting other adoptable dogs.
The 36th annual Boston Marathon® Jimmy Fund Walk is set for Sunday, October 6, 2024. This event, which has raised over $176 million in its 35-year history, supports cancer research and patient care at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.
Family Day is a community day full of live entertainment, fun games and activities as well as food trucks and topped off with a tremendous fireworks display. The day is sponsored by many generous local businesses, and town organizations, non-profits, clubs and businesses located in Hopkinton offer activities for everyone.
Hopkinton photographer Christine Strickland captures the spirit of this day of remembrance.
Doug Scott’s Honors Engineering class at Hopkinton High School, where Nicolette Buonora and Lauren Strechay, the only two girls enrolled, developed a notable invention during remote learning amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Inspired by a pen’s mechanism, they designed a multifunctional flashlight with a dual battery system to aid those working in low-light conditions. Their project, facilitated by collaborations with local police and fueled by competitive invention conventions, earned them several awards and a US patent. Now, as they proceed to pursue engineering degrees, they also serve as role models at national invention events.
Last weekend, second graders from Hopkinton celebrated their first communion at Saint John the Evangelist.
Judy Hoyt was a relentless advocate for people with disabilities. Her work inspired and transformed the lives of thousands of Americans.
Saffron, a 17-year-old transgender female, has endured a complicated, challenging journey even at her young age. Born a biological male named, Saffron suffered from mild autism and battled isolation and confusion, especially as she grappled with issues of gender identity. Despite the difficult phone call to her parents announcing her non-binary status and subsequent struggles against societal norms and prejudices, Saffron has remained strong and aims to work with youth struggling with similar issues one day. Despite everything, she is clear that one’s gender identity doesn’t determine their worth.
On November 29, Faith Community Church donated holiday gifts to assist 267 disadvantaged families through Project Just Because. Launched in October, the church’s giving campaign enabled members to “adopt” families, fulfilling their holiday wish lists. The gesture is part of an annual tradition, last year benefiting 500 children. Items requested ranged from toys to essential supplies like food and diapers. The program is among the largest run by Project Just Because, which delivered more than 27,556 holiday gifts last year.
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