As we had hoped, something positive did result from the closing of Leominster Hospital’s maternity ward. UMass Memorial Health’s unwavering decision to close that vital birthing unit last September sent a clear signal to Beacon Hill that the state needs more leverage to bear in these situations. And that can only happen through the Legislature, […]
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Ex-NFL player Gosder Cherilus arrested at Boston Logan after allegedly urinating on passenger
Ex-NFL player Gosder Cherilus arrested at Boston Logan after allegedly urinating on passenger
New Mass. study weighs rail options along state’s northern tier
BOSTON — The rail line stretching along the northern tier of Massachusetts to Greenfield and North Adams is a “strategic asset,” state transportation officials said in a new report this week, but the benefits of restoring passenger service in the region – with a price tag of up to $2.96 billion – “may not offset the […]
Gauging accessibility
LEOMINSTER — How challenging is it to maneuver around the city in a wheelchair? That was the subject of the Disabilities Commission organized gathering on the morning of Aug. 15. Various department heads, city hall staff, and other guests were fitted with wheelchairs and took to the streets accompanied by commission members including Tom Thelin […]
3 seek open Middlesex North register of deeds seat on Democratic primary ticket
LOWELL — For the first time in nearly three decades, the seat for Middlesex North register of deeds is truly up for grabs after Richard Howe announced last year that he would not seek reelection, and three candidates are competing in the Sept. 3 Democratic primary to be his successor.
Learn how to jam, pickle, and preserve with Chef Afton Cyrus
STOW — After working for a decade as a teacher and education program administrator in Boston, Afton Cyrus pivoted to pursue her passion for food professionally in 2014. She launched her own small business, Jam Sessions, through which she made and sold small-batch, locally sourced jams and jellies throughout the Boston area. She continues to […]
