LEOMINSTER — It’s the end of a distinguished era for longtime Director of Veterans Services Rick Voutour, who recently retired and handed over the baton to a fellow veteran. The lifelong city resident was feted with a retirement celebration on Jan. 8 at the veterans center, which was attended by his family, friends, colleagues, local […]
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‘One way of honoring her’
FITCHBURG — One mother’s love led her to develop a support system for those who are in the same position her late daughter was. City resident Shari Duffy officially launched Megghan’s Course: A Mental Health Toolkit for Young Adults with a Terminal Diagnosis on Jan.17, her late daughter’s birthday. Megghan Paige Duffy, the namesake of […]
Leominster man hits $2.5M prize on scratch ticket
LEOMINSTER — City resident Kirk Phinney is the winner of a $2.5 million prize in the Massachusetts State Lottery’s “$2,500,000 Merry & Bright” $10 instant ticket game. Phinney chose the annuity option on his prize and received the first of 20 annual payments of $125,000 (before taxes). Phinney said he plans to travel as well […]
‘They embody what it takes to be a good citizen,’ husband and wife recognized for their service
LEOMINSTER — Longtime dedicated Ginny’s Helping Hand volunteers James and Susan McHale were recently recognized for their many years of dedicated service to the nonprofit organization. The husband-and-wife duo have over 100,000 hours of community service through Ginny’s that spans a 20-year period, and it is estimated that they assisted over 125,000 individuals during that […]
‘He opened doors of opportunity for families’
LEOMINSTER — Habitat for Humanity North Central Massachusetts recently paid tribute to late President Jimmy Carter by taking part in a worldwide Habitat memorial event. The public was invited to view and sign a door in honor of President Carter that was brought to Leominster City Hall on Jan. 8 and on the following day […]
‘Shaped me to be a better musician’
GROTON — Area public school students have enjoyed the opportunity to participate in free music programs through Groton Hill Music and now local public school music teachers can benefit with free professional development programming that can be used to earn credits toward certifications. The world-class music education and performance center, located in the Nashoba Valley, […]
