FITCHBURG – The Department of Public Works advises residents of the following work that will be done, weather permitting, during the week of Aug. 12, 2024. 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 […]
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Twin Cities dining update
There’s been a lot of changes in the Twin Cities dining scene in 2024 with many new additions and some eateries closing their doors. One of the new restaurants that launched in Leominster this year is Anna’s Table, which has become a favorite among foodies looking for an upscale vibe. Sarah Storie opened the restaurant […]
Pols & Politics: Beacon Hill’s power of incumbency put to the test in this Mass. Senate race
A Massachusetts Senate Democrat is locked in a tense battle to prevent a Republican challenger from flipping the seat in a contest that has seen heavy fundraising and is testing the power of incumbency on Beacon Hill.
Musician Jefferey Clayton to perform the sounds of the steelpan
LUNENBURG — Raised on Cape Cod, musician and artist Jefferey Clayton founded PanNeubean Steel to share his passion for music. “My love-passion for my Jamaican heritage and the quality of PanNeubean Steel is evident through my enthusiasm, leadership and dedication to presenting my audience with a positive performance experience,” he said. The Lunenburg Public Library’s […]
Toe Jam Puppet Band to perform at Harvard Public Library
HARVARD — Be ready to sing and dance along with the Toe Jam Puppet Band at 4 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 13, at Harvard Public Library, 4 Pond Road. Co-founders of the Toe Jam Puppet Band – Vinny Lovegrove and Tom Poitras – say their unique musical performances are interactive and theatrical and are filled with […]
Gov. Healey will seek access to remaining pandemic-era surplus dollars to cover shelter costs, top budget writer says
Gov. Maura Healey plans drain the rest of a one-time account filled with money left over from the pandemic to cover the remaining cost of the emergency shelter system this fiscal year, her top budget writer said this week.
