LEOMINSTER — The city-based branch of MY TURN has some events coming up that align with the nonprofit organization’s mission to unleash the full potential in people, regardless of circumstance. MY TURN is a workforce development program headquartered in Manchester, N.H. that serves youths, adults, and families throughout New England at transitional points in their […]
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Leominster man pleads guilty to manslaughter in Fitchburg overdose death
WORCESTER — On Tuesday, 39-year-old Eric Stone, of Leominster, pleaded guilty to manslaughter and drug distribution charges in connection with an overdose death that occurred in the City of Fitchburg in June 2024, according to Worcester County District Attorney Joseph D. Early, Jr. Stone pleaded guilty in the Worcester Superior Court to involuntary manslaughter, distribution […]
Leominster takes a proactive approach to protect watersheds by safeguarding reservoirs, wells
LEOMINSTER — Nearly three decades ago the Leominster Water Department set out to safeguard its drinking water by purchasing as many acres of land as possible in its watershed. In the years following the department added 700 acres to its portfolio of protected land across the city and today, more than 2,300 total acres of […]
GreenDrop opens donation center in Leominster
LEOMINSTER — GreenDrop officially opened its first donation center in the state on Sept. 30. According to a press release, GreenDrop accepts gently used clothing, shoes, and household items at this location on behalf of its nonprofit partner, the Epilepsy Foundation New England, helping to raise funds for the foundation. The Leominster donation site located […]
Scholarship fund honors late namesake following fundraising ride
BOYLSTON — Celebrating his late daughter with a scholarship fund and motorcycle rides has been healing in many ways for George Larassa and his family. “When Shawna passed away at just 19, it left a hole in our lives that can never be filled. She had worked so hard to earn scholarships for college and […]
City prepares for Halloween Parade and Trick-or-Treating
LEOMINSTER — Ghosts, goblins, princesses and more will fill downtown when the City of Leominster hosts its annual Halloween Parade at 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25. Following the parade, trick-or-treating will take place along Main Street from Mechanic Street to Merriam Avenue. To keep the tradition lively, the city is inviting businesses and organizations to […]
