Voting spots in the Twin Cities were bustling on Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 5, where registered voters across the spectrum of eligible ages came out to cast their ballot in an election that is being called one of the most significant and fateful in history. The razor-thin presidential election margin is a major draw for voters […]
Fitchburg
Fitchburg store sells $1M prize claimed by trust
FITCHBURG — Squeaky Wheel Trust – 2024, of Worcester, has claimed a $1 million prize in the Massachusetts State Lottery’s “Lifetime Millions” instant ticket game. The trust, represented by trustee Katherine Bagdis, opted to receive its prize in the form of a one-time payment of $650,000 (before taxes). Massachusetts allows the winner of a lottery […]
Local bar, restaurant workers weigh in on Question 5
When it comes to Question 5 — which will ask state voters on Tuesday to gradually increase the wages of tipped workers — many in the North Central Massachusetts hospitality industry will answer the question with a responding “no.” Brian Kelly, a bartender at Brady’s in Leominster, has a lot to say about Question 5, […]
Chamber hires local marketing specialist for member recruitment
FITCHBURG — The North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the appointment of Patrick O’Hara as manager of membership recruitment and engagement. In this position, he will be responsible for managing marketing and outreach to prospective members while also providing superior frontline customer service and support for current members. Additionally, he will […]
High school football: One final test for Blue Devils
The final warmup before the postseason won’t be an easy one for the Leominster High football team. Truth be told, few wins have come easy for the Blue Devils given the challenging schedule they play. Earning a final regular season victory won’t be a simple task either, as Algonquin Regional comes to Doyle Field. The […]
Goodrich Academy stabbing rocks school community
FITCHBURG — A stabbing at Goodrich Academy on Wednesday afternoon has left students feeling unsafe and the former principal wondering what’s happening at the school she ran problem free for many years. A 15-year-old student was arrested after a “targeted” stabbing that sent the victim, another student, to the hospital with injuries that were described […]
