LEOMINSTER — The thunderous rumble of motorcycles was heard in the city over the weekend during the 4th annual Tommy Long Memorial Ride. The Aug. 16 affair that took off from and returned to Wilder Lodge drew 70 or so motorcycles, many with double riders, along with police escorts and everyone enjoyed the scenic 40-mile […]
Veterans
The Ramble music festival returns to Ashburnham
ASHBURNHAM — The hills in town will once again be alive with the sound of music this coming weekend. The 16th annual iteration of the pay-what-you-can music festival, The Ramble, will be held on Saturday, Aug. 23 from 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. at The Mountain, 64 Gibson Rd. The family friendly affair dedicated to […]
Ashby marks Memorial Day
ASHBY — Memorial Day was observed in town on Monday with a patriotic parade, speakers, and ceremonial remembrance. Holmes-Curran-Bennett American Legion Post 361 Commander Chris Travers and Ashby Sons of the American Legion Commander Mike Bigwood, who helped organize the May 26 parade, spoke and introduced past American Legion Post 361 Commander Pete Bezanson and […]
‘Honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice’
In the Twin Cities and surrounding region, Memorial Day was marked with parades, songs, and solemnity. Observances of the federal holiday took place in Fitchburg, Leominster, Westminster, and other cities and towns in the North Central Mass region, with many veterans, local and state officials, girl and boy scouts, and community members attending the various […]
Veterans honored in first-ever State House ceremony
LOWELL — More than 125 individuals were recognized and presented with an official citation from Gov. Maura Healey and a challenge coin in appreciation for their service during Military Appreciation Day at the State House May 22, 2025.
Local Vietnam Veterans of America chapter awards annual scholarships
LEOMINSTER — Members of city-based Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA) Chapter 116 once again gathered in Carter Park to award scholarships to high school students. It was a beautiful evening for the annual ceremony that took place on May 13. This year they were able to award scholarships to 15 Leominster High School (LHS) seniors, […]
