Blistering criticism of a State Police investigator’s crude comments in the Karen Read murder case has a top law enforcement watchdog renewing its demand the governor overhaul the agency — as Facebook users rip into troopers online.
Local News
Fitchburg DPW Alerts: Week of June 24, 2024
FITCHBURG – The Department of Public Works advises residents of the following work that will be done, weather permitting, during the week of June 17, 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. […]
Gunfire erupts at ‘chaotic’ gathering in Methuen, 8 injured, 2 critically
Eight people were injured, two critically, after an eruption of gunfire at a crowded spontaneous gathering in Methuen, according local police and the Essex County District Attorney’s Office.
Taking footsteps to brilliance
FITCHBURG — Dozens of first, second and fifth graders, who are new to the city, recently joined the rank of writers at Reingold Elementary School. And five are now published authors. This year, students who are English language learners created short memoirs as part of the “I Am Happy to Be in Fitchburg” writing contest. […]
Opera singer to perform at First Parish
FITCHBURG — The Thurston Consort will be in concert at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 22, in the Dillon Room of the First Parish Church, 623 Main St., Upper Common. The Consort will be presenting a program entitled, “An Afternoon with C#”, Traditional English music collected and arranged by Cecil Sharp. The program will also include […]
Community Calendar
Sunday, June 16 Aero Fair 2024: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Fitchburg Airport. Celebrate Father’s Day and enjoy a fun day of free activities including a tour of the airport, airplane rides (ages 8-17), simulator airplanes on display, RC models, and refreshments (for sale). Hosted by the Fitchburg Pilots Association. Pre-register at www.youngeaglesday.org. Clambake and Barbecue: Noon; […]
