TOWNSEND — Memorial Day will be observed in Townsend on Sunday, May 25. Members of Townsend VFW Post No. 6538 and its Auxiliary, American Legion Post No.199 and its Auxiliary, and DAV Chapter 122 will attend the 9 a.m. Mass at St. John’s Church in Townsend as a body. Then two parades and a band […]
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Local real estate expert to host free home selling seminar
STERLING — For those who are interested in learning more about the home-selling process, Karen Packard Real Estate will be offering a free home-selling seminar next week. The seminar will be held at 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 27, at Karen Packard Real Estate, 35 Redemption Rock Trail. “This educational event is perfect for those looking […]
New lottery admissions for Massachusetts vocational schools passed by state education board
Vocational schools will now use a lottery system for admissions across Massachusetts, following a state Board of Elementary and Secondary Education vote altering the long-controversial admissions process Tuesday.
Diana DiZoglio accuses Maura Healey admin of approving ‘unlawful’ no-bid contracts in shelter system
Gov. Maura Healey’s administration approved “improper and unlawful” no-bid contracts for food and transportation services as part of the state-run emergency shelter system housing migrants and local families, according to a report by the auditor.
Sholan Farms Apple Blossom Festival draws many
LEOMINSTER — The sound of bagpipes filling the air and butterflies taking flight was the scene at Sholan Farms over the weekend. Eight-year-old Carly Fagan from Fitchburg was one of the many youngsters who had smiles on their faces as they released butterflies at the 24th annual Apple Blossom Festival on May 17 at the […]
Wedding planner Patty Fratto talks engagement to-do’s, step by step
LEOMINSTER — Planning a wedding can be overwhelming, for sure. Finding your perfect venue, deciding what vendors you need, securing room blocks and guest transportation, deciding on your decor, choosing and sending your invitations, creating a timeline for your wedding day…and the list goes on. Sometimes it’s hard to even know where to start. And […]
