FITCHBURG — There was a time not too terribly long ago that when Shawn Thornton dropped his gloves, it spelled trouble for someone wearing an opposing sweater. With his mitts off Monday, what the former Boston Bruins enforcer brought to Fitchburg State University wasn’t a physical altercation, but rather a candid and honest look into […]
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Middlesex DA: Woman arraigned on 30 counts of animal cruelty
AYER — After police seized 162 animals on her property in February, a 77-year-old woman was arraigned on over two dozen counts of animal cruelty in Ayer District Court on Monday, according to Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan. In collaboration with Ayer Police Chief Brian Gill and the MSPCA, Ryan’s office confirmed that Ruth Maxant-Schulz, […]
Cheers to Italy!
FITCHBURG — The Center for Italian Culture at Fitchburg State University is serving what they see as a growing population of U.S. citizens looking to make their love for Italy official. Next, Tuesday, April 16, the University is offering a free online course at 6 p.m. called “Introduction to Obtaining Italian Citizenship.” Vin Ialenti, president […]
Fitchburg DPW Alerts: Week of April 8, 2024
FITCHBURG – The Department of Public Works advises residents of the following work that will be done, weather permitting, during the week of April 8, 2024. Road Construction Monday – Friday, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Expect road closures, delays and detours. MassDOT will be continuing their reconstruction and rehabilitation of the Circle Street Bridge. […]
Solar eclipse: Watch parties in North Central MA
Weather reports indicate clear skies are ahead for those interested in watching the solar eclipse on Monday and, in North Central Massachusetts, a variety of watch parties have been scheduled and are open to all. The events include regular solar eclipse watch parties, special teen activities and even an “Eclipse Henna” gathering, with an event […]
A beautiful gift
FITCHURG – Aury Rivera had tears in her eyes as she took in the happy, bustling scene at the Princess Boutique on Friday afternoon. This is the second year the educator has helmed the Fitchburg High School Latin American Club sponsored affair, which offered up 541 gorgeous prom dresses in a multitude of colors and […]
