Shane Rhodes
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State Sen. John Cronin discusses importance of local news, state aid with local journalism leaders
As local journalism has continued to fade from relevance, legislators at the State House are taking action to support the “vital asset” to democracy which is a factual and healthy free press. → Read More
Devens Enterprise Commission hosts Korean delegation for tour
DEVENS — The Devens Enterprise Commission, the regulatory and permitting authority for the redevelopment of the Devens Regional Enterprise Zone, recently hosted a South Korean delegation from Chungbuk National University for a tour of the “healthy, green, and economically strong community” that is Devens, the DEC announced in a press release. → Read More
Making Groton a ‘destination’ — Destination Groton Committee urges everyone to ‘enjoy the experience’
GROTON — Slowly but surely, the town of Groton has initiated a transformation. → Read More
Townsend Ecumenical Outreach hoping to make greater impact in 2023 and beyond
For nearly four decades, the volunteers at Townsend Ecumenical Outreach have dedicated themselves to Ashby, Townsend and other nearby communities, delivering foodstuffs, clothing and other essentials to those in need. → Read More
Facing a steep property tax increase, Lunenburg residents make waves
A disgruntled crowd bombarded the Select Board and members of the Board of Assessors with questions about an “unprecedented” property tax increase that could force some residents to pay 300% more compared to the previous fiscal year. → Read More
Lunenburg Select Board to address concerns over steep property tax hikes
LUNENBURG — Hoping to quell the concerns of the town’s waterfront residents, the Select Board is expected to address steep increases in property tax payments during their Tuesday, Jan. 17 meeting. → Read More
Lori Trahan celebrates passage of Garrett Lee Smith Memorial Reauthorization Act
The U.S. has long faced a mental health crisis, a problem that has been exacerbated in recent years, in part because of COVID-19 pandemic-related restrictions. → Read More
Andrew Shepherd to challenge 1st Middlesex District state rep. race result in court
Shepherd will ask a state judge to review the result of the race after 114 newly counted votes narrowed Pepperell Democrat Margaret Scarsdale’s once 17-vote margin of victory to just seven. → Read More
Leominster hospital locked down Thursday after threatening call to doctor
LEOMINSTER — UMass Memorial HealthAlliance — Clinton Hospital, Leominster Campus entered a lockdown Thursday after a person threatened harm to one of the hospital’s doctors over the phone. → Read More
Local Ashley Carrier named executive director of American Lung Association’s Boston office
PEPPERELL — Help is on the way to the American Lung Association's Boston office. → Read More
Dunstable Fire Department awarded grant for new safety equipment
DUNSTABLE — The Fire Department was recently awarded a grant as part of the state’s Department of Fire Services’ Fiscal Year 2023 Firefighter Safety Equipment Grant Program, Fire Chief William Farrell announced in a press release. → Read More
A resilient teenager and a family in need; Olivia Perez fights cancer with a smile
PEPPERELL — Olivia Perez is like any other 13-year-old. → Read More
Townsend’s Quazy Quilters hosting quilt raffle
On Saturday, Dec. 10 as part of the Senior Center’s Holiday Fair and Festival of Trees, the club will award a single 85-inch-by-85-inch quilt to the raffle winner. → Read More
State House delegation visits, surveys Nashua River Rail Trail conditions
GROTON — State Sens. Jamie Eldridge and Ed Kennedy made their way to Groton last Friday to survey the current state of the Nashua River Rail Trail. → Read More
Nashoba Valley gears up for Small Business Saturday
While Black Friday has extended throughout the month of November in recent years, local businesses are still excited about Small Business Saturday. → Read More
State Senate passes legislation to aid those living with disabilities
BOSTON — The Massachusetts Senate recently passed two bills that could help people with disabilities live with greater independence in the state, according to a press release. → Read More
Andrew Shepherd edges out competition, takes 1st Middlesex representative seat
By the narrowest of margins, Andrew Shepherd would appear to be the next state representative for the 1st Middlesex District. → Read More
Margaret Scarsdale hoping to bring ‘fierce, engaged’ leadership to 1st Middlesex District
Now, the Democratic nominee for 1st Middlesex District representative in Tuesday’s general election, Scarsdale has the chance to bring that kind of leadership to the State House. → Read More
Community Health Connections celebrates newest facility
LEOMINSTER — Community Health Connections recently celebrated the opening of its newest facility at 165 Mill Street, the health center announced in a press release. → Read More
Local leaders call for DCR action on Nashua River Rail Trail
GROTON — After pressure from multiple municipalities and members of the state Legislature, the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation is expected to take the first of many steps to address structural and safety issues of the Nashua River Rail Trail. → Read More