The Monty Tech boys track team remained red hot with a dominant 104-32 win over Abby Kelley. Winning events were Malakai Solley in the long jump, Ron Harris in the triple jump, Kyle Gendron in the javelin, Jack Delorey in the high jump, Felix Echavarria in the shot put and Reese Tessier in the discus. Also […]
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Cultivating a profound passion for human services
FITCHBURG — When Rhea Anderson assumed the role as a worker in the Elder Service Program in 1999, the Fitchburg resident had embarked on what would become a two-decade journey with The Arc of Opportunity. This path resonated with her deeply, influenced by her mother’s commitment as a nurse to caring for others. Witnessing firsthand […]
Student takes skate park project to City Hall
FITCHBURG — Graduating senior classman Nate Comerford met with Mayor Sam Squailia at City Hall recently to propose a renovation to the Ryan C. Joubert Memorial Skate Park, a proposal created as part of Comerford’s senior project at the Sizer School. At Sizer School, a North Central Charter Essential School, students must complete a research […]
A son’s promise
FITCHBURG — The day his mother was diagnosed with cancer five years ago, artist Matt Dunn made a metal dragonfly for her along with a promise. “If you can beat cancer, I can weld a thousand dragonflies,” the lifelong city resident vowed to her — and they both succeeded. During a recent visit with her […]
Tails were waggin’ at inaugural pet fest
FITCHBURG — The first annual “Love Our Pets Festival” was held in Fitchburg on Saturday, May 4, and showed local pet owners the many ways to show love to their furry family members. “We wanted to celebrate “National Pet Month” and showcase all the great resources, vets, therapy pets, artists and crafters in our region,” […]
Wallace Tower gets major efficiency makeover
FITCHBURG — Wallace Tower recently completed the first phase of a major upgrade that includes new heating and cooling systems along with a planned expansion of its community space. Prior to the refit, the apartments on Wallace Avenue for 55-plus residents utilized highly inefficient electric resistance heating systems installed when the building was first constructed […]
