LUNENBURG — Susan Mello-Conroy is taking comfort in knowing that her adventure-seeking husband died doing something he loved. Robert ‘Bob’ Conroy perished while rock climbing at Crow Hill in Leominster State Forest on July 11. The accomplished musician, seasoned climber and hiker, and beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend was just 69. “He lived life […]
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Local farms bursting with fresh produce
Harper’s Farm & Garden in Lancaster is one of several local spots offering sweet strawberries – but not for much longer with strawberry season quickly winding down. However, the farm is still bursting with fresh produce such as beets, carrots, turnips, many varieties of lettuce, zucchini, summer squash, cabbage, and a cooler full of microgreens, […]
AdaptX organizing a race for everyone
At its roots, running is about the most simple feat in athletics. Any able-bodied person can run, whether it’s fast or slow. One foot in front of the other, always moving forward. But for those with disabilities, it’s not always so simple. Whether it’s a mental or physical hurdle to clear, just getting out and […]
Vehicle hit by train on Mill Street
A car was hit by a train on Mill Street in Lancaster at around noon on Wednesday and police say that the sole occupant of the vehicle sustained only minor injuries. No other damage was reported. (GARY FOURNIER)
Easter Funday hops through Leominster
LEOMINSTER — Children of all ages hopped over to City Hall on Friday for the annual Easter Funday eggstravaganza. The special event featured a pen set up by the Wekepeke 4-H Club of Lancaster with adorable baby goats and a bunny that kids could pet and photos with, who else, the Easter Bunny himself. Children […]
‘Transported by the art’
LANCASTER — A procession of talented local choirs are set to move mountains Saturday as they kick off a concert for Black History Month, leading a rendition of the powerful folk hymn “Down to the River to Pray,” best known for its version in the film “O Brother Where Art Thou.” Celebrating with art, music, […]
