LUNENBURG — Local crafters and artists will celebrate their talents and creative art at a special Winter Artisan Showcase to be held from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8, at the Lunenburg Public Library, 1023 Massachusetts Ave. Makers, artists, and small businesses are creating an interactive pop-up shopping experience just in time for […]
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3 children find their forever families on National Adoption Day in Lowell
LOWELL — In a place often associated with struggles and heartache, the hallways of Lowell Juvenile Court were instead filled with joy on Friday, in celebration of National Adoption Day, as three children found their forever families.
Fitchburg DPW Alerts: Week of Nov. 25, 2024
FITCHBURG – The Department of Public Works advises residents of the following work that will be done, weather permitting, during the week of Nov. 25, 2024. Road Construction Monday-Sunday 12 a.m. to 12 p.m. River Street Bridge: MassDOT’s contractor Northern Construction has implemented a detour on the River Street Bridge. All southbound traffic will follow […]
Fitchburg launches pavement management program to enhance quality, efficiency
FITCHBURG — The city is proud to announce the launch of its Pavement Management Program (PMP), a critical initiative to maximize the efficiency of road improvement dollars and improve the condition of our locally owned-public roadways. Identified as a “best practice” for municipalities by the state, city officials say the long-overdue plan will ensure a […]
‘A powerful example of unity’
FITCHBURG — There were plenty of smiles and good sportsmanship all-around at the recent Special Olympics event hosted at the high school. This is the third year in a row Fitchburg High School (FHS) has hosted a Unified Basketball Jamboree for Special Olympics Massachusetts and the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA). According to a Fitchburg […]
More than 100 communities comply with MBTA zoning law
Adoption of a state-imposed zoning reform in communities with or near MBTA service has crossed the century mark, according to a local housing nonprofit. Citizens’ Housing and Planning Association (CHAPA) on Wednesday celebrated the milestone that more than 100 cities and towns have approved local zoning changes that comply with the MBTA Communities Act. An […]
