At this year’s Breakfast For the Bands, the annual pre-Thanksgiving celebration, Leominster High School’s cafeteria was transformed into an indoor concert hall for both Fitchburg and Leominster’s marching bands. A squad of football players cheerfully served hundreds of pancakes and bacon strips, scrambled eggs and French toast to throngs of supporters, who were perked up […]
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Pet Talk: Why do cats hiss?
DEAR PET TALK: Why do cats hiss? -Logan Thornton, Mr. Wironen’s 4th grade, Reingold Elementary School, Fitchburg DEAR LOGAN: Great question – and it’s definitely not because they’re happy. Hissing is a way for felines to express fear, especially when they are startled. Other signs of showing fear are flattened ears, curled tongue, fangs displayed, […]
Pet of the Week: Oreo at Manchester Animal Shelter
Spots and dots are what you’ll see on Oreo’s coat – and what’s inside is love, sweet love. This cuddly seven-year-old Dalmation mix would love a buddy or family looking for a bright dog who’s up for outdoor walks, or trips to the lake. He’s a really bright fellow and would be best as the […]
Pet of the Week: Apollo at Broken Tail Rescue
There ain’t nothing like a Dane! Apollo, a black Great Dane currently at Broken Tail Rescue, is between one and two years old. He’s about 70 pounds, and still growing. This big boy is currently working on his manners, including potty training, but he’s making daily progress. Apollo needs a kind, and compassionate owner who […]
The acts are the diamonds, DiCaronimo is the ring at the Openest Mic
Sitting in a space that manages to be simultaneously expansive and cozy, I had to ask the first question on my mind of Laura DiCaronimo and Tyler Hopp, founders of the Openest Mic series that’s been manifesting lately at the Smokestack Roasters in Lunenburg. Why “openest” mic to describe your open mic events? What makes […]
