Don Collins admonishes the Select Board for lack of transparency and responsibility, particularly concerning the mishandling of sensitive information related to Sgt. Tim Brennan. Collins criticizes Amy Ritterbusch’s actions, including reposting an unredacted report that exposed a sexual assault victim’s identity. He expresses disappointment in the Select Board's conduct at a critical hearing and calls for Ritterbusch's resignation due to her role in worsening the victim’s trauma and the town’s financial liability. Collins urges fellow citizens to remain vigilant and proactive against the Board's negligent behavior.

Janet M. Stewart, 87, of Hopkinton passed away May 14, 2024. She was predeceased...

A fire erupted at Bill's Pizzeria on Main Street, Hopkinton, noticed by a passerby. Quick response from Hopkinton Fire Department, aided by Westborough and Ashland units, brought 17 firefighters to the scene. The blaze, confined within a wall near Town Hall, was swiftly controlled, preventing major damage. The building's structural integrity and a fortunate shift change aided the prompt extinguishing. The pizzeria expects a brief closure for cleanup but should reopen soon. The cause is under investigation.

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.