LEOMINSTER — Downtown Sounds has returned to the city on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings through September. Local talented musicians play in front of the Monoosnoc Brook Walk entrance on Central Street from 5 to 8 p.m. on scheduled evenings weather permitting unless other events are happening. Mark Femino kicked off the Leominster Community Development […]
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Labor union treasurer indicted Friday on embezzlement charge
WORCESTER — A Leominster man was arrested on Friday and indicted in Worcester Federal Court for embezzling from a labor union where he served as treasurer, according to the office of Acting U.S. Attorney Joshua Levy. Joe Scott, Jr., 53, was indicted by a federal grand jury in Worcester on one count of embezzlement from […]
Astronomical views in the Twin Cities
Celestial happenings this week included not only the return of aurora borealis, more commonly known as Northern Lights, but also clear viewing of the Milky Way galaxy and the spectacular Perseid meteor shower. People flocked to places like Sholan Farms in Leominster, the hills high above Fitchburg, and other spots in the region and beyond […]
Hungry to learn
During the activity Makey-Makey, kids at the Spanish American Center in Leominster use things like turkey sandwiches to conduct electricity and complete a circuit. (COURTESY SPANISH AMERICAN CENTER/AARON FEMIA)
Summer in bloom
LEOMINSTER — All that nature has to offer is in full bloom at Barrett Park, where dragonflies and butterflies, frogs and fish, and many more wild critters call home amongst all the beautiful flora and woods. The popular scenic spot at 40 Barrett Pkwy. contains numerous hiking trails, including one that leads to a waterfall, […]
Twin Cities dining update
There’s been a lot of changes in the Twin Cities dining scene in 2024 with many new additions and some eateries closing their doors. One of the new restaurants that launched in Leominster this year is Anna’s Table, which has become a favorite among foodies looking for an upscale vibe. Sarah Storie opened the restaurant […]
