In early April, MassWildlife invited families to a trout-stocking event at Barrett Pond in Leominster. Kids enjoyed stocking the local pond with trout, getting a closeup look at different species, and learning about fishing opportunities nearby.
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Healey weighs in on campus safety, protests
BOSTON — As tensions simmer around college campus protests and university responses, Gov. Maura Healey gave a mostly muted response Tuesday to the proliferation of pro-Palestinian encampments, saying “there has to be” space for both protest and Jewish student safety alike. Colleges around the country are grappling with how to respond to student demonstrations against […]
Keeping Pepperell looking beautiful
Pictured are members of Brownie Troop #65249 and Daisy Troop #65397, from Pepperell, along with their troop leaders Danielle Lavin (right) and Jacqui Slowe (left). The two girl scout troops spent an afternoon collecting trash at the town field, playground, and soccer fields, earning a new patch to add to the others on their vests. (COURTESY […]
Community Calendar
Friday, April 26 Tot Time: 10:30 a.m.; Ayer Library, 26 East Main St. Stories, songs, and crafts; ages 1-3. 978-772-8250. Preschool STEAM Story Time: 10:30 a.m.; Randall Library, 19 Crescent St., Stow. 978-897-8572. Stories and Songs with Miss Meredith: 10:30 a.m.; Thayer Memorial Library, 717 Main St., Lancaster. Enjoy stories and interactive activities; ages 0-5. […]
Mass. Legislature sends Gov. Healey $426M shelter bill that caps stays at nine months
Massachusetts lawmakers shipped Gov. Muara Healey a spending bill Thursday that hands her $426 million to spend on emergency shelters over the next year-plus and caps families’ time in the system at nine months.
Citizens of the Year nominations sought for Starburst 2024 in Leominster
LEOMINSTER — With summer coming up fast, the city is preparing for Starburst 2024, the long-running summer event that recognizes individuals who embody the highest ideals of the community. With a deadline of June 7, organizers have asked the public to submit their nominations for the Citizens of the Year award, given out each year […]
