Friday, October 4 Therapy Dog Visit: 10:30 a.m.; Ayer Library, 26 East Main St. Cricket and Rosa will visit the library. Tot Time: 10:30 a.m.; Ayer Library, 26 East Main St. Stories, songs, and crafts; ages 1-3. Songs & Stories from the Barnyard: 10:30 a.m.; Groton Public Library, 99 Main St. Babies, toddlers, and preschoolers […]
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Malatos appointed acting Leominster police chief
LEOMINSTER — Capt. Ryan Malatos was appointed acting police chief on Oct. 1, the same day longtime police chief Aaron Kennedy officially retired amidst allegations of a history of discriminatory remarks. “I am honored for the opportunity to lead this department and serve the community,” Malatos said via phone on Thursday morning. “I have always […]
Massachusetts correction officers injured, exposed in prisons: Herald receives DOC public records
After Massachusetts correction officers were seriously injured and attacked by inmates, new data from the Department of Correction sheds light on the “violence and brutality” inside state prisons.
Anti-Israel student groups plan ‘Week of Rage’ for deadly Hamas terrorist attack anniversary: ‘Boggles the mind’
Anti-Israel student groups plan ‘Week of Rage’ for deadly Hamas terrorist attack anniversary: ‘Boggles the mind’
Gov. Maura Healey officially implements Mass. gun law after signing emergency language
Gov. Maura Healey officially declared a gun reform bill she signed into law more than two months ago an emergency measure Wednesday afternoon, arguing the statute is necessary to preserve the “public peace, health, safety and convenience” of residents in the state.
‘Sharing music is inherent’
FITCHBURG — A recent rebrand is giving a now city-based orchestra a fresh start ahead of a Halloween-themed concert this weekend that will showcase the arrangement of talented local musicians and performers. The Gateway City Orchestra is presenting a Halloween Spooktacular concert on Saturday, Oct. 5 at 7 p.m. at Fitchburg State University’s (FSU) Weston […]
