Sunday, May 18 Sunday Morning Bird Walk: 8 a.m.; Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary, 113 Goodnow Road, Princeton. Register at massaudubon.org. Yoga at the Sanctuary: 10 a.m.; Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary, 113 Goodnow Road, Princeton. Join certified yoga instructor Jen Songer on this seasonal walk and gentle standing yoga. Register at massaudubon.org. Seedling Swap: 1:15-2:30 p.m.; Groton Public Library, 99 […]
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‘You can feel their voices in the space’
FITCHBURG — Gallery Marquee has a dynamic new photography exhibit currently on display titled “Student Life: Our Story.” Curated and juried by students from Fitchburg State University (FSU), the exhibition that is on view through July 5 at the 699 Main St. gallery was organized through an open call to university students and emerging photographers […]
City prepares for Memorial Day celebrations
LEOMINSTER — The city welcomes veterans and volunteers to participate in the annual Memorial Day events that take place throughout the holiday weekend. Memorial Day observances kick off with a White Cross Twilight Ceremony on Friday, May 23 at 6 p.m. at the Leominster Veterans Center located at 100 West St. and on Saturday, May […]
North Middlesex HS students earn state Seal of Biliteracy
TOWNSEND — Two North Middlesex Regional High School students were recently recognized by the Massachusetts State Seal of Biliteracy with the Biliteracy Award. The Mass. State Seal of Biliteracy recognizes students who have achieved proficiency in English and a partner language by high school graduation. Students will earn the seal on their diploma as a […]
North Middlesex HS teacher receives state award for civics ed
TOWNSEND — North Middlesex Regional High School teacher and department chair Rebecca Jackson Toch is being honored for her commitment to civics education by peers statewide. Jackson Toch was awarded the 2025 Don Salvucci Award by the Massachusetts Council for the Social Studies for her unwavering dedication to fostering civic understanding and student engagement. The […]
City discusses ongoing need for mental health services
FITCHBURG — The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), along with the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health and the Fitchburg Health Department, hosted an informative Mental Health Awareness program last week, with over 30 people in attendance. Sue Christensen, who represented the Fitchburg Health Department, welcomed the attendees and introduced Fitchburg City Councilor Elizabeth Walsh, […]
