ASHBY — This holiday season, a remarkable group of homeschool students who meet at the Ashby Free Public Library have set out to bring joy and warmth to the residents of Wachusett Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center. Motivated by a desire to ensure that every resident receives a gift this year, the students, ranging from […]
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Ashby American Legion celebrates ‘time spent together’
ASHBY – Holiday spirit was in the air at the Legion gathering on Dec. 15 that featured a turkey dinner with all the fixings and Christmas songs sung by local Girl Scouts. “The entire turkey dinner was excellent,” said Holmes-Curran-Bennett American Legion Post 361 Senior Vice Commander Bill Clement of the festive affair. “People just […]
Ashby Police awarded $15K grant for body cameras
ASHBY — In a round of grant funding announced last week by the state, the Ashby Police Department has received a $15,000 grant to fund a body-worn camera program for officers. The $15,000 grant from the fiscal 2025 Law Enforcement Body-Worn Camera Program will fund the purchase of body-worn cameras, computer storage capacity, software, and […]
North Middlesex Regional School District to close two schools following failed Prop 2.5 overrides
TOWNSEND — Two elementary schools in the North Middlesex Regional School District will likely be closed after the end of the current school year with district officials citing a lack of state financial support.
Shop local, support community at Winter Artisan Market
ASHBY — The Ashby Free Public Library is excited to announce its upcoming Winter Artisan Market, a festive event designed to bring together local artisans, small businesses, and the local community, just in time for the holiday season. Hosted by Kate Ravellette, the market will take place from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. […]
Cronin wins his reelection over Pirro in Worcester & Middlesex District
FITCHBURG — Democratic incumbent state Sen. John Cronin has secured his seat for the Worcester & Middlesex District, defeating Republican challenger and political newcomer Nicholas Pirro with approximately 59% of the vote.
