LEOMINSTER — GreenDrop officially opened its first donation center in the state on Sept. 30. According to a press release, GreenDrop accepts gently used clothing, shoes, and household items at this location on behalf of its nonprofit partner, the Epilepsy Foundation New England, helping to raise funds for the foundation. The Leominster donation site located […]
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Ashby seniors channel ‘Downton Abbey’
ASHBY — A “Downton Abbey” inspired high tea was recently held at the senior center and attendees went all out dressing up for the occasion. Colorful hats and outfits were worn by the ladies who attended the event put on by Ashby Council on Aging (COA) Friends and five gentlemen sported top hats, 30 seniors […]
Plan to lower sales tax to 5% heard by revenue committee – again
A pair of bills making their way through the Legislature aim to turn the clock on the state sales tax back to 2008.
Celebrate Diwali with stories, crafts, and food at Bigelow Library
CLINTON — The Bigelow Free Public Library’s Youth Department will host a family-friendly celebration of Diwali — the Festival of Lights — at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 15, at the library, 54 Walnut St. “Diwali symbolizes the victory of light over darkness and good over evil,” said Seema Kanitkar, library assistant. “Please join us to […]
Fitchburg DPW Alerts: Week of Sept. 29, 2025
FITCHBURG – The Department of Public Works advises residents of the following work that will be done, weather permitting, during the week of Sept. 29, 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 […]
Scholarship fund honors late namesake following fundraising ride
BOYLSTON — Celebrating his late daughter with a scholarship fund and motorcycle rides has been healing in many ways for George Larassa and his family. “When Shawna passed away at just 19, it left a hole in our lives that can never be filled. She had worked so hard to earn scholarships for college and […]
