North Central Massachusetts community members who receive food assistance are reeling from the news that benefits are in danger of not being issued on Nov. 1 due to the government shutdown, now the second longest shutdown in the country’s history. More than 1 million people in the state and approximately 42 million across the nation […]
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Christ Church to host concerts, choirs, and cultural events
FITCHBURG — This fall, Christ Church, located at 569 Main St., is alive with the sounds of music and community alliance. In addition to numerous activities presented by the Fitchburg Cultural Alliance and Stratton Players – both in residence at the church — the season promises a flurry of musical offerings for all to enjoy. […]
CITY OF GARDNER AND GROWING PLACES CELEBRATES GRAND OPENING OF WATERFORD STREET REGIONAL FOOD CENTER
Growing Places, in partnership with the City of Gardner, hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony today to celebrate the grand opening of the new Waterford Street Regional Food Center, located at 62 Waterford Street, Gardner, MA.
Yard Waste Pickup November
November Yard Waste Pickup will be the weeks of November 4-7 and 18-21 for Gardner residents.
Fitchburg Public Schools receives 2025 energy efficiency award
FITCHBURG — During a ceremony at the State House, Fitchburg Public Schools was recognized as one of 18 recipients statewide of the 2025 Mass Save Climate Leaders Award for its efforts to lower energy use and reduce environmental impact. The school system was nominated by Unitil, a participating utility in the Mass Save program, for […]
Fitchburg DPW Alerts: Week of Oct. 27, 2025
FITCHBURG – The Department of Public Works advises residents of the following work that will be done, weather permitting, during the week of Oct. 27, 2025. 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 […]
