FITCHBURG — The local creative community is gearing up for a showcase of the city’s cultural assets and community pride during a week-long celebration for April school vacation. And, in the meantime, organizers are calling for artists, performers or anyone interested in sharing a creative outlet. Called “01420 Week,” the week intends to promote local […]
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Body discovered in water near Bemis Road Bridge
FITCHBURG — State and local investigators responded to a grim scene Saturday morning after the body of an unidentified male body was discovered in a shallow area of the Nashua River near the Bemis Road Bridge. State Police and the office of Worcester County District Attorney Joseph Early did not provide many details on Saturday […]
Big Game Brunch wins big
FITCHBURG — The 43rd annual East Rotary Club Big Game Brunch fundraiser was a success in a big way, netting over $25,000 for local charitable causes – so far. Rotarians are still gathering funds promised by people and tallying ticket sales from Rotary members so that total may grow. However, Rotarians are reporting final attendance […]
Twin Cities storm parking bans in effect Tuesday
LEOMINSTER — North Central Massachusetts could receive between 4-6 inches of snow and both cities are sharing the information necessary so that residents and businesses know exactly where to put their vehicles. A winter parking ban is in effect in Leominster beginning Tuesday, Feb. 13, from 6 a.m. until midnight. Please remove all vehicles from […]
Observing the nuts and bolts of US defense
FITCHBURG — As aspiring high-quality technicians, 10 students from the Concord-based National Aviation Academy attended a first-time field trip to one of the facilities for defense contractor Leonardo DRS on Feb. 5. The two-hour event featured a tour of the manufacturing floor and presentations from the facility’s leadership, including Site Lead Eric Tripodi and Senior […]
FATV-LTV-PAC WEEKLY SCHEDULE HIGHLIGHTS
FATV HIGHLIGHTS THIS WEEK: PICKS OF THE WEEK: Monday 7 p.m., “Chess Chat” International Master Carissa Shiwen Yip Wins North American Junior Championship” (Live) Tuesday 7 p.m., “Barbara & You” with guests Author Mark Bodanza & Beth Robbins from Family Childcare Entrepreneur Training (New) Wednesday 7 p.m., “Inside Fitchburg” with guest Bill diMario from Thirsty […]