Police responded to a report Thursday morning of a vehicle that had crashed into the side of Carol’s Dairy Bar at 310 Summer St. in Fitchburg. Police say only one vehicle was involved in the accident, which was first reported at 4:35 a.m. on Dec. 12, 2024. No serious injuries were reported and the matter […]
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Sholan Farms offers lights show for tree shoppers
LEOMINSTER — Throughout North Central Massachusetts, Christmas tree farms are bustling with activity and many choices are available for those still looking for the perfect Christmas tree. The hard-working crew at Sholan Farms is ready to help, with plenty of precut trees of all sizes available; prices range from $30 for smaller ones to $66 […]
‘It means the world to us to help’
LEOMINSTER — Packing up holiday care packages for active-duty military personnel is a meaningful annual tradition for a local chapter of Blue Star Mothers. The heartfelt collaborative effort is an opportunity for the city-based Blue Star Mothers Massachusetts Chapter 1 members, who all have children currently serving in the armed forces, to come together and […]
City Council Community Meeting features FPD’s Sgt. Liana Teague
FITCHBURG — For Police Sgt. Sergeant Linea K. Teague, one of the 12 female police officers in Fitchburg Police Department, “the job” every day is rewarding — and yes, at times exhausting. She is the first in her family to become a police officer, and she will speak about her experiences this Monday Dec. 9, […]
Winter Stroll, tree lightings usher in the season
There are heaps of family friendly holiday festivities in the Twin Cities area to take advantage of this month including the Winter Stroll in Leominster and Santa arriving by helicopter at the Fitchburg Municipal Airport, both taking place this coming weekend. The 19th annual Winter Stroll on Saturday, Dec. 7 from 3 to 5 p.m. […]
State funds $1.6M for resurfacing project in Fitchburg
FITCHBURG — To fix up over two miles of roadway, the city will be receiving $1.6 million in state funding, according to a release from state Rep. Michael. Kushmerek and state Sen. John Cronin. The Massachusetts Municipal Paving Program has funded a resurfacing project of approximately 2.4 miles of roadway in Fitchburg. Sections of roadway […]