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Here comes Trouble: Burlington first responders receive toy for distressed children
Trouble the Dog, the big-eyed, big-nosed, floppy-eared plush toy designed to bring comfort to children in crisis, came to Burlington Thursday; presented → Read More
COVID-10 cases reported at Burlington High School, middle school
A student or staff member at Marshall Simonds Middle School has been diagnosed with a confirmed case of COVID-19, Superintendent Eric Conti stated Monday, → Read More
UPDATE: COVID-10 cases reported at Fox Hill Elementary, Burlington High School and middle school
A student or staff member at Fox Hill Elementary School has been diagnosed with a confirmed case of COVID-19, Superintendent Eric Conti stated Thursday, → Read More
UPDATE: COVID-19 cases reported at Fox Hill Elementary, Burlington High School and middle school
A student or staff member at Fox Hill Elementary School has been diagnosed with a confirmed case of COVID-19, Superintendent Eric Conti stated Thursday, → Read More
COVID cases seen at Burlington schools
Three students and/or staff members in the Burlington Public Schools have been diagnosed with confirmed cases of COVID-19, according to a letter from Superintendent Eric Conti, that was posted on the schools’ website on Thursday, Sept. 24. According to the letter, the town’s Board of Health received laboratory testing confirming the students and/or staff members were from classrooms at Francis… → Read More
Burlington library thrives by providing virtual programs, curbside pickup
All things considered, things are going pretty well at Burlington Public Library. Although the coronavirus lockdown has shuttered the building, residents → Read More
Change coming to Winchester Center: The Spot to replace TWK
Here’s a spot of good news. While area restaurants have been shuttering their doors and laying off workers by the thousands due to the COVID-19 pandemic, one area restaurant is taking advantage of the business climate to make some big changes. The Waterfield Kitchen, commonly known as TWK, located at 14 Thomson St., is being rethought, redesigned and refurbished, and will emerge (hopefully this… → Read More
Winchester Youth Hockey keeps kids shooting pucks with 'Driveway Challenge'
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Responding to coronavirus layoffs: Winchester entrepreneur reaches out to gluten-free customers
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Burlington schools cancel trips, concerts, back-to-school nights due to coronavirus fears
In response to Gov. Charlie Baker’s declaration of a State of Emergency in Massachusetts due to the COVID-19 outbreak, Burlington Superintendent of Schools Eric Conti announced Tuesday evening the cancellation of several scheduled events. “While the virus does not appear to be an immediate threat to school age children, our decisions are meant to mitigate the spread in the general community,” he… → Read More
Winchester residents say pool group hasn't met town's criteria
Residents who abut the corner of Skillings Field that has been eyed by a private group for a public swim facility, gave the Select Board an earful at Monday night’s meeting, fed up with years of construction projects and related noise, debris and decrease in their quality of life. “Enough is enough,” said Jeffrey Dean, a Town Meeting member and member of the Friends and Neighbors of Skillings… → Read More
Video: Man dies, three others injured in Burlington house fire
A fast-moving house fire killed one man and sent three others to the hospital in Burlington on Thursday. Burlington Fire Chief Michael Patterson → Read More
9/11 responder honored at St. Margaret's Church in Burlington
He was a prankster and a jokester, and had a mischievous grin. He loved his job, he loved his work, and he loved his family and friends. He was a trooper, → Read More
Funeral plans set for Ryan Fortini of Burlington, died of 9/11-related cancer
He fought like a warrior and died a hero. But on the day before Ryan Fortini’s funeral, his older brother Matthew just wanted to remember the rambunctious kid who always wanted to be a police officer. “He was a sweet kid, and his dimples were something everyone cherished about him,” he said. “But when he became a teen, he pushed the line a little, he learned what the boundaries were. “ Fortini,… → Read More
UPDATE: "It's so sad," Fire destroys historic mansion in Concord
A historic Concord mansion was destroyed by fire Friday, Dec. 27, even as fire crews, stymied in part by an inadaquate water system, battled the blaze throughout the day. "It's so sad, the whole house will be gone," said an eyewitness as the blaze consumed the 1897 era home, located at 240 Fairhaven Hill Road. Fire Chief Thomas Judge said in a press release that firefighters received a call at… → Read More
Rocking out, together: Rock Voices brings harmony to Bedford
There are two types of singers: those who belt out a tune loudly and proudly, and those who are more comfortable limiting performances to the shower → Read More
Rocking out, together: Rock Voices brings harmony to Bedford, with video and audio
There are two types of singers: those who belt out a tune loudly and proudly, and those who are more comfortable limiting performances to the shower or the car.Now there’s a place for both: Rock Voices.The brainchild of composer, director and music educator Tony Lechner, Rock Voices brands itself as “America’s Community Rock Chorus,” with the mission to “heal ourselves and others through… → Read More
St. Jude school in Waltham closes abruptly
WALTHAM — Parents, students and faculty of the St. Jude Parish School are reeling after the recent announcement that their school has closed due to low enrollment.Principal Jane O’Connor confirmed the closing of St. Jude’s in a telephone conversation on Friday, July 12.“We are encouraging people to come in and talk with us,” O’Connor said. The administrative staff is working to help parents and… → Read More
St. Jude school in Waltham closes abruptly
WALTHAM — Parents, students and faculty of the St. Jude Parish School are reeling after the recent announcement that their school has closed → Read More
From Hollywood to Maynard; filming begins on Main Street
Film star Daniel Craig was spotted in downtown Maynard Friday morning, as work got underway on a picture with the working title “Morning Bell. → Read More