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Shrewsbury’s Brittany Altomare excited to have LPGA back in Massachusetts
Everyone at Cyprian Keyes knew who Brittany Altomare was: an 11-old-girl with a mighty swing who hit straight and could “put the eyes out of the ball.”. Small in stature, she was a local anomaly, so nobody was surprised when she triumphed at the Boylston golf course’s 2002 Ladies Championship after teeing up 36 holes over two days against women all over the age of 30.
Sale closed in Bolton: $1.3 million for a five-bedroom home
A 3,797-square-foot house built in 2006 has changed hands. The spacious property located at 78 Drumlin Hill Road in Bolton was sold on July 31, 2024. The $1,300,000 purchase price works out to $342 per square foot. This two-story home offers a roomy layout with five bedrooms and four baths. On the exterior, the house is characterized by a hip roof design, featuring roofing made of asphalt. Inside, there is a fireplace. The property is equipped with forced air heating and a cooling system. Additionally, the home includes an attached three-car garage, ensuring ample room for parking and storage. Situated on a spacious 1.1-acre lot, the property offers ample outdoor space.
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.
Vote for the 2024 Daily News Fans Preseason Football Player of the Year
Another exciting football season is on the horizon in MetroWest and the Milford area. With 25 teams in action, there's no shortage of talented players in the area. We assembled our list of 32 players to watch earlier this week. That list helped generate our candidates for the 2024 Daily News Fans Preseason...
Plymouth closing all public parks and fields from dusk to dawn amid town’s high risk status for EEE
Starting tonight, all public parks and fields in Plymouth will be closed daily from dusk until dawn in response to the town’s high risk status for Eastern equine encephalitis, or EEE.
State primary sees mostly uncontested races
TEWKSBURY — The state primary happens in just two weeks, and candidates are preparing to run and potentially serve. The primary takes place on Tuesday, Sept. 3, from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Unenrolled or Independent voters must indicate what party ballot they want to vote for, regardless of...
Select Board ratifies new cable agreement
The Tewksbury Select Board met in August at town hall. The board discussed Comcast cable television license renewal proceedings. The town’s current agreement is set to expire in September 2025. The board praised Tewksbury Telemedia Director Brian Dorrington and Town Manager Richard Montuori for their work throughout the license renewal process.
Another title for 12U Redmen Red: Girls finish summer by capturing Redmen Rumble
After coming off a second place finish (due to rain) in its last tournament in Woburn, the 12U Redmen Red softball team was feeling confident going into its final tournament of their season. The tournament, the Third Annual Redmen Rumble, which was held in Tewksbury this past weekend was comprised...
Eagles bounce back, improve to 8-1: ECFL squad tops Randolph, could wrap up top seed this weekend
LOWELL — It didn’t take long for the Mill City Eagles to come back from their first loss of the season. The Eagles, an East Coast Football League team that plays its home games in Lowell, rebounded with a 28-12 victory against the Randolph Oilers on Saturday at Cawley Stadium.
16U softball team rules at ALZ tourney
The 16U Redmen softball team emerged as champions at the 7th Annual ALZ Tournament, hosted at the Field of Dreams Complex in Tewksbury. The Redmen dominated pool play with a perfect 3-0 record, overpowering Team Maine under the Friday night lights with Savannah Bankovich behind the plate, followed by back-to-back victories against Worcester Union-Ryzewski and Worcester Union-Bosse on Saturday. Their commanding performance saw them outscore their opponents by a 39-9 margin.
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