Catch Up Quickly

Sgt. Tim Brennan Coverage

Continuing coverage of the Sgt. Tim Brennan matter, the Select Board's decisions and Chief of Police Joseph Bennett's actions.

Trial of Former Deputy Chief Jay Porter

Continuing coverage of the trial of former Hopkinton Deputy Chief of Police John "Jay" Porter, who stands accused of felony rape of a child stemming from his time as the School Resource Officer at Hopkinton High School.

Elmwood School Project

Continuing coverage of the Elmwood Elementary School rebuild.

Town Hall, Select Board and Financial Matters

Continuing coverage of the the Select Board, issues at Town Hall, and the Town of Hopkinton's financial outlook.

Eversource LNG Plant Safety

Continuing coverage of the safety issues surrounding the Eversource Liquified Natural Gas plant on Wilson Street in Hopkinton.

PFAS in Town Water

Continuing coverage of the PFAS in Hopkinton's public water system.

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Why Our Cops Left

Hopkinton Police Incident Log for March 18, 2024

In the Hopkinton hustle, Officer Diaz multitasks as a plumber while our canine friends enjoy unsanctioned strolls and mistaken contractors start hot tub parties uninvited. An array of bizarre incidents keeps the local PD hopping, from vehicular animal crashes to impromptu trespassing DoorDash escapades. Meanwhile, wild bobcats mistake roads for habitats, and inanimate seat cushions dream of jaywalking.

GPS Disabled in all Hopkinton Police Vehicles

On February 27, HopNews requested 13 months of Hopkinton Police vehicle GPS data, which was denied as the department doesn't log such information. Officers confirmed the systems were disabled. In contrast, the Fire Department's GPS is operational. The police GPS's inoperability affects emergency response efficiency, officer accountability, and public safety. The issue will be addressed by the Select Board. Restoring GPS is vital for safety and trust in the police force.

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