FITCHBURG — The look of pure joy on Doris Vallee’s face said it all at the party held over the weekend to celebrate her 100th birthday. The lifelong city resident and newly minted centenarian was surrounded by dozens of loved ones on Sunday, Sept. 1, family and friends who gathered at her home the day […]
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Boys & Girls Club hires new director of operations
LEOMINSTER — The Boys & Girls Club of Fitchburg, Leominster, & Gardner recently announced the appointment of Anthony L. Wilson as its new director of operations. Wilson brings a wealth of experience in youth development and community engagement, having served in various impactful roles across North Central Massachusetts. Wilson has dedicated his career to empowering […]
Spanish American Center celebrates with community block party
Mekelet Eshete and Dinah Kebede, pictured left to right, enjoy face painting and festivities at the Spanish American Center’s Block Party held recently. (COURTESY OF SPANISH AMERICAN CENTER).
Massachusetts prison guards seize 38 weapons, union says; After officer was sickened, DOC ‘finalizing an enhanced policy’ for drugs
Massachusetts prison guards seize 38 weapons, union says; After officer was sickened, DOC ‘finalizing an enhanced policy’ for drugs
John Deaton declares victory in Massachusetts U.S. Senate Republican primary
John Deaton, a Marine Corps veteran and attorney, declared victory Tuesday night in Massachusetts’ U.S. Senate Republican primary after he beat out two other conservatives to face Sen. Elizabeth Warren in November.
Man accused of killing Massachusetts nurse, fleeing to Kenya held without bail
Kevin Kangethe, 42, of Lowell, is charged with the murder of Margaret Mbitu, 31, a beloved Brockton behavioral health nurse whose family overfilled the Suffolk Superior courtroom for the alleged killer’s arraignment.
