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COA has a Taste of Walpole
In honor of Walpole’s 300th Anniversary, the Walpole Council on Aging (COA) hosted a Taste of Walpole night. Fifteen Walpole businesses and restaurants showcased a taste of their offerings in which COA members would vote for their favorites. Walpole COA members packed into the South Street Center, eager to...
Volleyball Lands 6th in MASCAC Preseason Poll
FITCHBURG, MA: The Fitchburg State women's volleyball team was selected sixth in the MASCAC Preseason Coaches Poll. Coming in the top spot is last year's regular season champions, Westfield State. The Owls received four first place votes to land in the top spot. In 2023, they were 7-0 to take...
Massive Massachusetts Meat Recall Due To Dangerous Metal
It's just one of those things that I'm terrified of. For some, it's sharks. For others, it's spiders that scare them. To each his own, I say. For whatever reason, I've always been scared of biting into something and finding some foreign object that shouldn't be there. It could be...
A path to sweetness: Welcome to the WMass stops on the Massachusetts Ice Cream Trail
HADLEY — As summer comes to a close, there’s still a window of time to hit the trail with your hiking boots, spoons and a craving for ice cream. This summer, Massachusetts residents and tourists alike can enjoy local ice cream at one of over 100 stops on the Massachusetts Ice Cream Trail. The trail is a joint effort among the Massachusetts Dairy Promotion Board, the Massachusetts Agricultural Resources Department, and the Office of Travel and Tourism to boost the state’s agritourism industry.
Clinton police issue alert for stolen Mitsubishi Lancer
CLINTON — The Clinton Police Department issued a Be On the Look Out (BOLO) alert for a stolen vehicle, asking for the public’s assistance in its recovery. Authorities are searching for a 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer with a Maine Animal Welfare license plate number 274AWG. The car was reported...
State agency says Nashoba hospital is ‘essential;’ Select Board weighs effects of Aug. 31 closing
Legislators to Healey: Put up state money to save NVMC. State Sen. Jamie Eldridge, Rep. Dan Sena, and five legislators who represent towns served by Nashoba Hospital urged Gov. Healey Wednesday afternoon to confirm to potential operators that state money will be available to assist a new owner. Here’s what they wrote:
Wednesday, August 28: Second Time Around
NEEDHAM, Mass. — We trace what happens after people leave unwanted clothing in a collection bin, and meet an artist who turns old skis and snowboards into seating. At The Great Exchange in Devens, nonprofits shop for office furniture and other leftovers donated by area businesses. And secondhand stores aren’t just for clothing and furniture: Make & Mend offers gently used arts and crafts supplies.
New teachers, larger enrollment mark start of new school year
With just days to go before the new school year starts Aug. 28, preparations are in high gear at both the Bromfield School and Hildreth Elementary School. At HES, a new fence along the south side of the playground field will keep balls from rolling into the parking lot—and children from running after them. At Bromfield, new hallway floors are getting their final touches.
Principal Hudder eager to bring stability and equity to the middle school
Every dawning school year brings about some change, but the Bromfield Middle School has seen more than its fair share over the past few years. The 2024-25 academic year is no exception. Students will see many new faces among the faculty and staff, including that of Daniel Hudder, the new principal for grades 6 through 8.
Depot Road silt fences mark start of Devens water connection project
The $7 million project to connect town water to the Devens water supply began a few weeks ago when silt fences and straw wattles were installed along sections of Depot Road. The fences are designed to protect the wetlands that are prevalent on both sides of the road during installation of a water main that will run the full length of Depot Road.
Everyone is a first-generation student at this new Massachusetts college
To Messina College student Ryan Pina, going to college isn’t something he wants to do just for himself. It’s something he wants to achieve for his entire family — something to make them proud. “My mom is an immigrant from the Dominican Republic, so she came here...
Pelicans Waive Former Celtics Sharpshooter
The Boston Celtics have one open roster spot left. It could go toward Oshae Brissett rejoining the reigning champions. That would make him the 16th of the 17 players from last season's title team to return for the upcoming campaign.
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