FITCHBURG — The annual Civic Days festivities brought out scores of people who enjoyed all the events put on in celebration of the Fourth of July holiday. “I love putting on community events because there’s nothing better than seeing people come together, connect, and just have a good time,” said this year’s Civic Days Committee […]
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More than just a festival, Civic Days a ‘statement of togetherness’
FITCHBURG — The Civic Days planning crew has been working hard to put together a number of family friendly events to in honor of the Fourth of July holiday. The longstanding annual free tradition is something community members of all ages look forward to. This year’s festivities include the popular Block Party along Boulder Drive […]
FPS gathers for those ‘advocating for our community’
FITCHBURG – The recent Fitchburg Public Schools Community Brunch brought together educators, staff, and administrators from across the district and community partners from around the city. Longtime Fitchburg Public Schools (FPS) Family and Community Engagement Coordinator Luisa Fernandez has helped to organize the annual networking event since its inception in 2022. She shared that the […]
‘What it means to give to others’
FITCHBURG — A class of third graders at Reingold Elementary School have been so excited and eager to share their handmade art creations with local seniors. The young students gifted residents at The Highlands, a skilled rehabilitation and nursing center on Nichols Street, with numerous art projects they made throughout the school year with their […]
MVP Academy launches, offers trades training
FITCHBURG — Local school officials, students, business leaders, and state and local politicians gathered on April 30 to celebrate the opening of the region’s newest workforce training center — MVP Academy. The Montachusett Vocational Partnership (MVP) Academy was, for many years, just a dream, but with the help of generous donors and forward-thinking educators, more […]
Schools nutrition director said free meals will continue despite cuts
FITCHBURG — As school officials and local politicians speak out about recent federal budget cuts by the Trump Administration, one local official outlines the situation that he’s dealing with as he attempts to provide district students with the fuel that allows them to learn — nutritional meals. Fitchburg Public Schools (FPS) Nutrition Services Director David […]
