LEOMINSTER — One man’s discovery of a soldier’s history brought him on an enlightening journey that led to unearthing an extraordinary story of bravery, patriotism, and eventually, the ultimate sacrifice. When YMCA Camp Takodah Historian Graeme Noseworthy came across Darwin J. “Tim” Delano’s name in the archives at the New Hampshire spot, he made it […]
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Growing green thumbs
LEOMINSTER — Over a dozen students at Sky View Middle School have budding green thumbs thanks to a new club that explores the world of horticulture. School administration gave permission to form the Green Thumb Club at the school this past fall after 6th and 7th grade students expressed interest in wanting to learn how […]
Editorial: Leominster’s flood aid a testament to its dogged efforts
It pays to not take no for an answer. Just ask Leominster Mayor Dean Mazzarella. Back in February, after months of filling out damage forms and applications, collecting data, and consulting with outside experts as a result of the damages incurred during September’s devastating rains, Leominster expected better news from the federal government than what […]
‘God bless them all’
LEOMINSTER — Lucy Eleanor Politano had no idea the staff at Manor on the Hill had planned a big party in honor of her 100th birthday. “I was surprised, I had no idea,” the newly minted centenarian said with a smile on her face at the May 9 affair. Politano was born in Everett on […]
Therapy dogs spread joy
LEOMINSTER — The look on the children’s faces when they meet Calvin says it all. When the charming three-year-old chocolate lab paid a visit to Johnny Appleseed Elementary School a couple months ago, the excitement level was off the charts. Several students and even some staff had the opportunity to visit with him and pet […]
DAR, Good Citizens honored at State House
BOSTON — Dozens of National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) representatives and Good Citizen award recipients from across the state were invited to the State House last month. Several Leominster-based DAR members, from the Capt. John Joslin Jr. chapter, traveled to the city with the 70 others for the occasion, including Chapter Regent […]
