TOWNSEND — The Townsend VFW Post No. 6538 and its Auxiliary, American Legion Post No. 199 and its Auxiliary, and DAV Chapter 122 will come together to honor all Veterans — those currently serving, those from earlier generations, and those who made the ultimate sacrifice to preserve our nation’s freedom. A Veterans Day Ceremony will […]
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One million MA residents in danger of losing food assistance amidst gov’t shutdown
North Central Massachusetts community members who receive food assistance are reeling from the news that benefits are in danger of not being issued on Nov. 1 due to the government shutdown, now the second longest shutdown in the country’s history. More than 1 million people in the state and approximately 42 million across the nation […]
Thousands in region join millions nationwide for second No Kings protest
Thousands took to the streets for multiple gatherings in the region over the weekend for the second iteration of No Kings, a growing protest movement in response to what organizers describe as authoritarian policies of President Donald Trump and corruption in his administration. The rally at Institute Park in Worcester drew over 4,000 people and […]
Second No Kings protest Oct. 18, Trahan speaking in Fitchburg
With the second No Kings rally just around the corner on Oct. 18, protest groups across the region are gearing up to gather peacefully in solidarity to protest Trump administration policies, along with others around the state, country, and world. “Democracy, freedom, defending the constitution and our rights are all fundamentals we as Americans have […]
Hauntingly fun Halloween displays, events brewing in the region
October means Halloween and there are plenty of spooktacular events and ghoulish displays brewing in the area to experience — if you dare. This coming weekend will be the final opportunity of the season to go through the haunted corn maze at The Gardener’s Spot in Leominster, an all-ages friendly event titled The Night of […]
Friends of Townsend Library bring haunted trail back this year
TOWNSEND — The Friends of the Townsend Public Library are once again thrilled to host its annual Haunted Trail — this year with a haunting apocalypse theme. The Haunted Trail will take place from 7 until 9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 11, in the parking lot of the Townsend Public Library, 12 Dudley Road. Festivities will […]
