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10K Mass. students to receive free books through new reading program
Books will soon be in the hands of 10,000 students across five Massachusetts communities, Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll announced Thursday. In a collaborative effort between state officials and the United States of Readers, a national reading program run by Scholastic, students from pre-K through eighth grade will receive 10 books a year.
LIVE: Week 7 Gardner-area football updates, results
It's Week 7 of football season and Gardner-area teams are gearing up for some big games. Several teams are playing league opponents this week, crucial to their respective standings at this point in the season. A few teams are on the cusp of statewide standings as well, and will be playing for their rankings in hopes to qualify for the tournament. ...
To the pitch: Soccer stars fill up Thursday's Fantastic 5 high school sports performances
Records fell. Shutouts were earned. Numerous goals were scored. Thursday's Fantastic Five high school athletes largely came from the soccer pitch, but they showed every way to contribute in a game. Here's who stood out October 17: ...
Civil Service Investigates Hiring Worcester’s Police Chief
BOSTON – The Massachusetts Civil Service Commission published a response to a request for investigation on Thursday, Oct. 17, approving the request made by three deputy chiefs of the Worcester Police Department. Deputy Chiefs Edward McGinn, Jr., Sean Fleming and Carl Supernor petitioned the commission for the investigation, alleging...
Single-family house sells in Grafton for $1 million
A 6,359-square-foot house built in 1921 has changed hands. The spacious historic property located at 57 North Street in Grafton was sold on Sept. 23, 2024. The $1,000,000 purchase price works out to $157 per square foot. This three-story house offers a spacious layout with five bedrooms and six bathrooms. Inside, a fireplace enhances the ambiance of the living area. The property is equipped with a steam heat system and a cooling system. In addition, the house comes with an attached three-car garage, allowing for convenient vehicle storage and additional storage space. The lot size of the property measures an impressive 6.1-acre and features a pool for added enjoyment.
City of Worcester Issues Request for Proposals for RIZE Foundation Grantmaking Opportunity
WORCESTER, Mass. – The City of Worcester’s Department of Health & Human Services has issued a request for proposals (RFP) to qualified nonprofit organizations, inviting them to collaborate on a joint application for the RIZE Foundation’s grantmaking initiative. The focus of this opportunity is to address the ongoing opioid overdose crisis by expanding proven life-saving interventions.
Doherty High School in Worcester to auction off pieces of its history
The new Doherty Memorial High School in Worcester has opened for students this year, but items from the old school, built in the 1960s, are available at auction. Those items include bricks, lockers, auditorium chairs, and even a scoreboard from the high school’s gymnasium. If you purchase a product...
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