News Archive

Over 100 local elected officials from across the Fifth District have joined together to endorse Karen Spilka's campaign for Congress. Comprised of school board members, library trustees, selectmen, and state representatives and senators, these men and women are backing Karen as the clear choice to go to Washington to fight for Massachusetts families. As elected officials, these individuals have worked alongside Karen and know firsthand her drive, her determination and her commitment to doing the right thing for Massachusetts.

The 8th Grade Boys' Soccer Team opened their season with a 2-2 tie in Ashland on Tuesday. Johnny Francis opened the scoring in the first half with a goal assisted by Devon Rutter. The game was tied 1-1 at halftime. Hopkinton took the lead in the second half on a corner kick goal scored by Connor Delaney. Hunter Clarke, Zach Sisitsky and David Hart played solid games for the Hillers.

The Town of Hopkinton has filed suit in Middlesex Superior Court against the Massachusetts Gaming
Commission (MGC) alleging that the Commission has withheld public records contained in the
gaming license application of Crossroads Massachusetts LLC, the business entity behind the
Foxwoods casino proposal in Milford. In April and July of this year, the MGC provided the Town with
records pertaining to the businesses and individuals backing the proposed casino, but much of the

Are you new to town and looking to meet other Hopkinton residents? The Hopkinton Public Library Foundation is hosting a New Resident Social on Thursday, September 26 at the library

Date: Thursday, September 26, 2013
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: Hopkinton Public Library, 13 Main St., Hopkinton, MA

Come meet other newcomers to Hopkinton at a New Resident Social!

The Ashland Fire Fighters Union has endorsed Karen Spilka for Congress. They become the 33rd labor organization supporting her campaign and the first public safety union to endorse in the Fifth District special election.

Victims’ advocate Les Gosule today announced that he is exploring a run for the Massachusetts Senate by setting up a campaign account.

“For 13 years I worked to pass Melissa’s law. I got a firsthand view of how bills can be bogged down in the legislative process year after year. It’s time to put people ahead of politics. That’s why today I’m taking the first steps to test the waters for running for the State Senate,” said Gosule.

Golden Pond Assisted Living, an independent lifestyle and assisted living community, has named Katy Tavares as its new executive director.

Tavares brings more than 18 years of experience to her post where she oversees the day-to-day operations of the community. Golden Pond is located at 50 West Main Street in Hopkinton.

In temperatures close to 100 degrees for their first home meet, the Hiller Boys Cross Country suffered a tough loss against Norton with a final score of Hopkinton 35, Norton 20.

Coach Fairbanks said, "Yes, it has been a long time."

The boys team was undefeated last year and finished in 1st place. The previous season the Hillers had one loss and tied for 1st place, but Fairbanks said the team is not yet out of it.

Hopkinton's Kyle Driscoll finished first with a time of 17:00 flat, even in the heat. Complete results are attached below.

There is a lot of excitement in the air about how the new Superintendent of Hopkinton Schools, Dr. Cathy MacLeod, is poised to lead the school district through myriad challenges.

The Hopkinton Chamber of Commerce will host a Meet and Greet the New Superintendent event on Tuesday, September 17th at the Faith Community Church. Doors will open at 7:30 am with the program scheduled to begin at 8:00.

Virginia “Ginny” Callander, 64, of Hopkinton, passed away Monday,
September 9, 2013 at her home surrounded by family. Born in Freeport, NY,
she was the daughter of the late Mary (Byrns) and Cedric Callander.

Ginny was a long time employee and Corporate Event Manager at the
MathWorks. She grew up in Newton, MA and attended the University of
Massachusetts. Ginny loved to decorate her home, write, travel, and spend
time with her family and in particular, her granddaughter.