FITCHBURG — Hundreds of mini masterpieces were displayed at Reingold Elementary School on March 8 for the inaugural Tiny Art Show. Paintings and drawings created with a variety of mediums adorned lines of tables in the gymnasium along with artist statements in the words of the first through fifth grade students. Gold balloons indicated how […]
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Stratton Players announces auditions for ‘Almost, Maine’
FITCHBURG — Stratton Players announces auditions for “Almost, Maine” a heart-warming comedy by John Cariani, are being held over the next two days at Christ Church. Both speaking and background are roles available. The auditions will be held 6-9 p.m. on Sunday, March 17 and 7-10 p.m. on Monday, March 18, at Guild Hall, Christ […]
Fitchburg State panel to discuss use of psychedelics in therapy
FITCHBURG — The medical, scientific and social aspects of psychedelic-assisted therapy will be discussed when Fitchburg State University hosts a panel discussion of experts from medicine, neuroscience and clinical practice at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 19 at the main lounge of Hammond Hall. Admission to the talk is free and open to the public. Psychedelics, […]
Elementary students create mural for Haitian Outreach
FITCHBURG — Third grade students at St. Bernard’s Elementary School recently created a vivid and colorful mural that will be mailed overseas along with backpacks as part of the Haitian Outreach efforts. The outreach program is sponsored by St. Bernard’s Parish worshipping at St. Camillus de Lellis Church on Mechanic Street. The students participate in […]
Fitchburg Health provides options at treatment event
FITCHBURG — The Health Department held a successful Substance Use Disorder Treatment Resource Options event last week to promote a variety of choices available to everyone. Many community members were able to visit local treatment provider resource tables which included detox facilities, medication assisted treatment, peer recovery centers, family support groups and 12-step groups. Providers […]
‘Build on the positive momentum’
LEOMINSTER — State Sen. John Cronin recently invited Senate Ways and Means Chairman Michael Rodrigues to the Twin Cities for a local discussion with elected officials and community stakeholders to address workforce and community development initiatives in the region. At the MassHire North Central Career Center, Cronin convened a panel of elected officials, education, and […]
