FITCHBURG — The city is proud to announce the launch of its Pavement Management Program (PMP), a critical initiative to maximize the efficiency of road improvement dollars and improve the condition of our locally owned-public roadways. Identified as a “best practice” for municipalities by the state, city officials say the long-overdue plan will ensure a […]
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‘A powerful example of unity’
FITCHBURG — There were plenty of smiles and good sportsmanship all-around at the recent Special Olympics event hosted at the high school. This is the third year in a row Fitchburg High School (FHS) has hosted a Unified Basketball Jamboree for Special Olympics Massachusetts and the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA). According to a Fitchburg […]
More than 100 communities comply with MBTA zoning law
Adoption of a state-imposed zoning reform in communities with or near MBTA service has crossed the century mark, according to a local housing nonprofit. Citizens’ Housing and Planning Association (CHAPA) on Wednesday celebrated the milestone that more than 100 cities and towns have approved local zoning changes that comply with the MBTA Communities Act. An […]
Across three decades, Bernardian community comes together
St. Bernard’s High School alumni and student volunteers recently hosted the second annual older alumni luncheon for the Classes of 1942 to 1965. Almost 200 people were in attendance and 25 alumni and guest veterans were honored, which included two female veterans both in their 90s. Pictured, attendees look at a collage of photos put […]
Celebrate a Finnish Christmas with traditional pastry and drink
FITCHBURG — The community is welcome to celebrate the season and bake traditional “Joulutorttu”, Finnish Christmas pastries, and taste “Glogi”, a holiday drink from 10 a.m. until noon, Sunday, Dec. 1, at the Finnish Center at Saima Park, 67 Scott Road. Participants will be able to take four pastries to share for the holidays. “The […]
The Reptile Nook shares a passion for reptiles
LEOMINSTER — The Reptile Nook, owned by Zachary Decoteau and Jessica Decoteau, started with a passion to teach others about reptiles. The team, which is a family-owned business, is made up of Jessica Decoteau, lead educator and master herpetologist; Zachary Decoteau, animal care lead; and Maurice (Moe) Larosa, animal care and education assistant. “We host […]
