FITCHBURG — The annual Civic Days festivities brought out scores of people who enjoyed all the events put on in celebration of the Fourth of July holiday. “I love putting on community events because there’s nothing better than seeing people come together, connect, and just have a good time,” said this year’s Civic Days Committee […]
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Gov. Maura Healey approves $5M for immigrant legal defense fund in FY26 state budget
Gov. Maura Healey approved a $5 million legal defense fund for immigrants as part of the fiscal year 2026 state budget she signed Friday, a pot of money supporters say helps people fight deportations but critics knock as providing protections to those in the country illegally.
Children welcome to participate in Triathlon Camp
FITCHBURG — Places are still available for the Triathlon Camp, sponsored by Shining Light Ministry, which is being held at Elm Street Community Church, 264 Main St. Youth of all ages are invited to participate in athletic combinations including swimming, biking, and running as campers prepare for a youth distance race on Friday. Participants are asked to bring […]
Cowabunga Splash Park to celebrate grand opening Thursday
The Cowabunga Splash Park — a new feature at Davis Farmland that claims to be the largest zero-depth splash park in America — will be celebrating a grand opening Thursday morning at the Sterling park. Spanning an area equivalent to 36 full-size pickleball courts, the Cowabunga Splash Park is packed with exhilarating water features and […]
Boston University laying off 120 employees, enacts 5% budget cuts
Boston University laying off 120 employees, enacts 5% budget cuts: ‘This is a day of loss for all of us’
Shark bites fisherman on Massachusetts beach: ‘A wake-up call’
Shark bites fisherman on Massachusetts beach: ‘A wake-up call’
