AYER — Town Clerk Susan Copeland said the polls had been busy all day on Election Day Tuesday and seemed like a strong voter turnout. And the excitement was almost palpable. “We had 80 voters waiting when the polls opened,” she said. One man had been there since 6:15 a.m, saying, “I just can’t wait!” […]
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Success of Women of Color speaker inspires at LHS
LEOMINSTER — The latest installment of the Celebrating the Success of Women of Color speaker series at the high school was the most well attended to date. Chief of the Minority Business and Workforce Division at the U.S. Department of Energy Shalaya Morissette drew a large crowd to the Leominster High School (LHS) auditorium in […]
Fitchburg store sells $1M prize claimed by trust
FITCHBURG — Squeaky Wheel Trust – 2024, of Worcester, has claimed a $1 million prize in the Massachusetts State Lottery’s “Lifetime Millions” instant ticket game. The trust, represented by trustee Katherine Bagdis, opted to receive its prize in the form of a one-time payment of $650,000 (before taxes). Massachusetts allows the winner of a lottery […]
8 Massachusetts cities will be monitored for compliance with federal voting rights laws
Eight Massachusetts cities will be monitored for compliance with federal voting rights laws on Tuesday
‘Neither stopped dreaming,’ Local author explores the lives of Ben Franklin, Walt Disney
LEOMINSTER — Born two centuries apart, Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790) and Walter Elias Disney (1901-1966), each profoundly impacted American culture. Local resident and author Mark Bodanza’s latest work takes a deep dive into these two fascinating Americans, with his 14th published book titled “Enlightenment & Enchantment: Two Men Who Shaped American Culture.” Bodanza, who is also […]
Fitchburg DPW Alerts: Week of Nov. 4, 2024
FITCHBURG – The Department of Public Works advises residents of the following work that will be done, weather permitting, during the week of Nov. 4, 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 will follow […]
