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Fitchburg loves a parade: July Fourth spirit fills downtown
FITCHBURG — Main Street became the latest stage for Civic Days, the city's days-long recognition of Independence Day — dating to 1960. The Fourth of July Parade, with bands, floats and public officials, filled downtown Thursday morning as hundreds of onlookers lined the sidewalks. ...
Mass. State Lottery winner: 1st $1 million prize won in new lottery game
The first $1 million prize has been claimed in one of the Massachusetts State Lottery’s new scratch ticket games, and the winner said he knows exactly what to do with the cash. Wemerson De Jesus, of Waltham, won the $1 million prize from the “Bonus 100X” scratch ticket game....
$50,000 Powerball prize won in Massachusetts Wednesday
A $50,000 Powerball prize was won in Massachusetts Wednesday. The winning ticket was purchased at Tewksbury Convenience Store, which is located at 160 Shawsheen St. in Tewksbury. It wasn’t the only large prize won or claimed Wednesday. A $1 million lottery prize was won off of a $5 scratch...
Food Whisperer: At J’s Restaurant, fine dining in an idyllic setting, close to home
A patio table for two on a pleasant June evening was the perfect setting for an anniversary dinner. We were at J’s Restaurant, part of Nashoba Valley Winery in Bolton, for the first time in a long time and with much anticipation as the dinners we had enjoyed on our previous visits were excellent.
West Newton Cinema saved from being torn down through fundraising efforts
NEWTON -- Thanks in part to an anonymous $5.2 million donation, the West Newton Cinema is likely to be saved from being demolished. What happened to West Newton Cinema?The beloved West Newton Cinema has been in the heart of the town's square for more than 85 years. But with the pandemic causing the theater to lose revenue, owners had to sell it in 2022 to Mark Development. Mark Development had planned to tear the theater down to redevelop the rest of the area, but Newton community members formed the West Newton Cinema Foundation in an effort to prevent the demolition.Efforts to save West...
Weekend To Do List: Celebrating July 4th all weekend and a farmers market
BOSTON - July 4th may be Thursday but the celebrations continue throughout the holiday weekend in Massachusetts! Plus the town of Marlboro is holding a farmers market on Saturday.Quincy Patriotic CelebrationHead to Hancock-Adams Common in Quincy on Saturday to enjoy live performances from singers, songwriters and Broadway's best. Plus, watch stilt walkers and fifes and drums to mark the holiday. Don't miss it from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.When: Saturday, July 6Where: Hancock-Adams Common, QuincyCost: FreeClick here for more informationFranklin July 4th CarnivalFranklin is home this weekend to a July 4th carnival sure to put a smile on your little...
New exhibit reinterprets Fruitlands Native American art through an Indigenous lens
Two exhibits in the Four Seasons Gallery at The Trustees of Reservations Fruitlands Museum portray the reinterpretation of the museum’s rich collection of Native American art. Objects collected by Clara Endicott Sears in the early 20th century are shown alongside more contemporary pieces from artists across the country. The show is curated by Tess Lukey, an Aquinnah Wampanoag tribal member who was hired by The Trustees in October 2022 as the associate curator of Native American art and charged with reinterpreting the Fruitlands collection through a Native lens.
20 Bakeries in Newton to Satisfy Your Cravings for Freshly Baked Goodies
Bakeries in Newton, MA, are known for their delicious pastries, breads, cakes, and other baked goods. With a diverse range of options to choose from, including traditional favorites and unique creations, Newton’s bakeries offer something for every taste and preference. Whether you’re looking for a sweet treat to satisfy...
Seven Things to do: Summer concerts, a view to art, and more
Worcester art collective El Salón holds another edition of its monthly Plaza Sábados family block party and market on the afternoon of July 6. From noon to 4 p.m., the section of Lagrange Street intersecting with Beacon Street will fill with vendors, artists, and activities for all ages. Previous Plaza Sábados have featured screen printing workshops, food trucks, and music and live DJ sets from Worcester fixtures like DJ Manipulator, so prepare to see homegrown creativity on display all day. (MT)
Boston BTS ARMY Head To Tewksbury For Fan Favorite Festa Fair 2024
If you’re Boston BTS ARMY, this weekend is going to be a whole lot of fun. The place to be is Tewksbury for Festa Fair. The event, for fans of BTS and Kpop, is a celebration you won’t want to miss. This will be my first big ARMY event and I can’t wait to meet other fans and buy all the things! Hope to see you there Boston BTS ARMY.
Andover Stories: When Town Meeting Went To The Dogs
Town Meeting 1966. Front page ad in the Andover Townsman declared: “Dog Owners and Taxpayers! Article 45 would severely restrict dogs at substantial and unnecessary expense to the taxpayers. Don’t penalize us all because of a few offenders!”. This Warrant Article was one of many to follow on...
WILMINGTON REC REMINDERS: Recreation Department To Offer Day Trip To Foxwoods Casino On July 25
7 a.m. – 6 p.m. As the largest resort casino in North America, Foxwoods offers a vast array of gaming in seven casinos. Hop on board and test your luck!. Includes roundtrip motor coach transportation to and from the Wildwood Early Childhood Center (182 Wildwood Street) Register today in...
Newton Farmers’ Market at Cold Spring Park, 2024
The Newton Farmers’ Market at Cold Spring Park (1200 Beacon Street) is open on Tuesdays, 1:30PM to 6PM through October 15. The vendors — friendly and engaging — offer a wide range of high quality products. This week we learned that of all the balsamic vinegars offered...
City Seeks Artists to Create Mural about Armenian Artist from Watertown
The City of Watertown provided the following announcement:. The Watertown Public Arts & Culture Committee seeks mural artists to submit qualifications to develop a proposal and install a mural along the Watertown Cambridge Greenway under Grove Street. The Watertown Public Arts and Culture Committee (PACC) is collaborating with the Massachusetts...
Natick Art Project Educates Residents On Effects Of Stormwater Runoff
NATICK, Mass. (WBZ NewsRadio) — A new mural art project in Natick is educating residents about how to manage stormwater runoff. At the busy intersection of Routes 135 (Central Street) and Route 27 (Main Street), there are murals painted on each corner of the intersection depicting the process of stormwater runoff.
THIS WEEKEND: What To Expect At The Wilmington Farmers Market On July 7
WILMINGTON, MA — The Wilmington Farmers Market will be open this Sunday, July 7, 2024, from 10am to 1pm, on the Town Common, across from the High School (159 Church Street). To support the community, the Wilmington Farmers Market is offering an up to $40 matching program for SNAP recipients. For every dollar spent using SNAP benefits, recipients will receive an additional dollar to spend at the market, up to $40.
LLCT installs new pollinator garden signs
The Lincoln Land Conservation Trust has installed five new signs at pocket pollinator gardens throughout town. The signs (see photos below) were designed in 2023 by Amy Dorfman, a volunteer who worked with LLCT staff to create a template for permanent signage at LLCT’s pollinator sites. Dorfman had just finished a graduate certificate in environmental policy and international development from the Harvard Extension School and is now continuing with her master’s in environment and sustainability management at Georgetown University.
Pet Food Manufacturer Weruva Announces Acquisition of DTC Brand Cat Person
Weruva International, Inc., a Natick, Massachusetts-based premium pet food manufacturer, recently announced on its website its acquisition of Cat Person, a direct-to-consumer (DTC) brand offering high-quality meal plans to cats and their owners. This acquisition marks a significant step for Weruva as it aims to expand its footprint further and build upon its legacy of producing high-quality pet foods.
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