After Massachusetts correction officers were seriously injured and attacked by inmates, new data from the Department of Correction sheds light on the “violence and brutality” inside state prisons.
Local News
Anti-Israel student groups plan ‘Week of Rage’ for deadly Hamas terrorist attack anniversary: ‘Boggles the mind’
Anti-Israel student groups plan ‘Week of Rage’ for deadly Hamas terrorist attack anniversary: ‘Boggles the mind’
Gov. Maura Healey officially implements Mass. gun law after signing emergency language
Gov. Maura Healey officially declared a gun reform bill she signed into law more than two months ago an emergency measure Wednesday afternoon, arguing the statute is necessary to preserve the “public peace, health, safety and convenience” of residents in the state.
‘Sharing music is inherent’
FITCHBURG — A recent rebrand is giving a now city-based orchestra a fresh start ahead of a Halloween-themed concert this weekend that will showcase the arrangement of talented local musicians and performers. The Gateway City Orchestra is presenting a Halloween Spooktacular concert on Saturday, Oct. 5 at 7 p.m. at Fitchburg State University’s (FSU) Weston […]
Thurston Consort to play the Abbey at Forest Hill Cemetery
FITCHBURG — A new group formed to support the city’s historic cemeteries is inviting the public to a unique and delightful musical event featuring Thurston Consort at the Forest Hill Abbey – the mausoleum – at 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 5, at Forest Hill Cemetery, 115 Mount Elam Road. The recently formed Friends of […]
Emanuel Church celebrates homecoming with faith in action
FITCHBURG — On Sunday the Emanuel Lutheran Church celebrated its annual Homecoming Sunday, marking the occasion with festive worship and community service. The Rev. Daniel Spigelmyer, pastor of Emanuel, led the blessing of clothing items for children in need. The donation was done in partnership with Fitchburg Public Schools. Items for donation were identified by […]
