FITCHBURG — A multitude of people gathered at the senior center on Oct. 24 for the annual volunteer recognition event. Local Eagles cover band “The Long Run” provided live music while attendees enjoyed a catered lunch spread. Fitchburg Senior Center Director Amanda Koeck welcomed everyone to the celebration and said that this was her first […]
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Kennedy, Miller vie for 1st Middlesex Senate District seat
LOWELL — Incumbent Democratic state Sen. Ed Kennedy is facing Republican challenger Karla Miller in the race for the 1st Middlesex District seat, which serves the five communities of Lowell, Dracut, Dunstable, Pepperell and Tyngsboro.
Cannon Theatre’s new show a farcical take on a play gone wrong
DEVENS — Live theater is an enriching experience for audiences and actors alike, and the Cannon Theatre is a gem in that genre, with creative and collaborative goals that include a stated mission to “benefit and entertain.” The current production “Play On,” which opened on Friday, is laced with local talent. Actors come from Harvard, […]
Nearly 2 dozen rescued dogs find forever homes
EAST BROOKFIELD — Second Chance Animal Services is pleased to announce that 23 small dogs rescued earlier this month from an overwhelmed owner have all found their forever homes. Seven of these dogs are in foster-to-adopt arrangements as they complete ongoing veterinary care. However, the work is far from over. The nonprofit has taken in […]
WPI hosts Girls Scouts for STEM event
Worcester Polytechnic Institute recently hosted by the Girl Scouts of Central and Western Massachusetts for the tenth Geek is Glam STEM event on Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024. The day-long, interactive conference celebrated science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, providing girls in grades 4-8 with hands-on experiences and exposure to some of the area’s top scientific and […]
Patriots’ Keion White says politicians need to have same mindset as slumping team
In a difficult season filled with “heated” sideline conversations for the Patriots, Keion White says the team is trying to overcome the struggles by working together. He wishes politicians could carry the same approach.
