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GARDNER – Mount Wachusett Community College held a traditional pinning ceremony for the graduates of its practical nursing program on Dec. 13 at the Theater at the Mount.“You have chosen a caring profession, you have chosen a vocation to help others...

ATHOL – One person was hospitalized following a two-vehicle accident at the intersection of Main Street and Petersham Road on Monday.According to department photographer Bryan Favreau, the crash was reported at 5:08 p.m. on Dec. 30. Upon arrival, fire...

ATHOL – As the year draws to a close, Mount Grace celebrates a series of land conservation projects across central and western Massachusetts.From sweeping landscape-scale initiatives to small, but significant, community projects, 2024 has been a year...

The Memory Tree on the bandstand of the Uptown Common is shining brightly with lights in memory of many loved ones.This year’s tree, donated by Bonnie and Al Benjamin, was set up by volunteers and decorated by members of the Woman’s Club. Donations of...

PETERSHAM – The Petersham Annual Election will include open seats on the Board of Health and two school committees.The election will be held on Monday, March 3, 2025. The polls will be open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. The last day to register to vote is...

ATHOL – On Friday, Nov. 29, members of the Athol Woman’s Club set up the Memory Tree on the bandstand on the Uptown Common in Athol.The tree was donated by Al and Bonnie Benjamin and the swags and roping were provided by MacMannis Florist. The Woman’s...

The Worcester County Sheriff’s Office’s Substance Opportunity Treatment Program [S.T.O.P.] has been awarded the title of Program of the Year by the Massachusetts Sheriff Association.S.T.O.P. was recognized at the 2024 Law Enforcement & Corrections...

PETERSHAM – On Tuesday, Nov. 26, students gathered with head teacher Cheryl Calcari to discuss the Thanksgiving holiday, while teachers Pam Manjourea and Lynn Scott finished preparing platters that the students had started of sliced vegetables, cheese...

ROYALASTON – Multiple departments were called in for a brush fire that burned a quarter-acre of woods near Turnpike Road Sunday.According to information provided by the department, the fire was reported shortly before noon on Sunday, Nov. 10....

WINCHENDON – The Beals Memorial Library has partnered with the Autism Alliance to become an Autism Welcoming and sensory responsive organization, to better serve individuals with autism and their families and caregivers.This makes the Beals Memorial...

PETERSHAM – A road leading to Fishing Area 3 at the Quabbin Reservoir underwent an extensive renovation over the spring.The project involved repaving approximately 1.75 miles from outside Gate 43 to just before the bridge, according to information...

ATHOL — A Mass Cash ticket worth $100,000 has been sold at the Country Convenience Store at 216 S. Main St. in Athol, the Mass Lottery has reported.According to Mass Lottery, the winner of that prize has yet to claim it. The ticket was sold on Sept....

ATHOL – Calling all cosplayers, super fans, and dress up lovers. The Athol Public Library will host the annual Cosplay Contest during this year’s Comic Book Fest, which takes place on Saturday, Oct. 5.Pick a character from a favorite book, show,...

ATHOL – Three people, one of them a young child, have been hospitalized following a collision at the intersection of Main and Crescent streets, according to fire officials.Athol Deputy Fire Chief Jeffrey Parker said that the vehicle was traveling...

ATHOL – On Saturday, Oct. 5, the Athol Public Library and Hero Shack Press are teaming up for the third annual Comic Book Fest.The Athol Town Hall and library will be transformed with comics, artist panels, vendors, cosplay, games and crafts. There...

Due to smoke from Canadian wildfires, the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) has issued an air quality alert effective until at least 11:59 p.m. tonight in five counties in western and central Massachusetts.Smoke is...

Mount Wachusett Community College (MWCC) and Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) have entered into a new transfer agreement to provide pathways for students pursuing higher education in STEM fields.This agreement, effective immediately, aims to...

BARRE — A group of land conservation partners led by Athol-based Mount Grace Land Conservation Trust and Mass Audubon has protected more than 800 acres of land in Barre.According to an announcement from Mount Grace, the Hawes Hill Conservation...

ATHOL – Mandatory outside water use restrictions are now in effect, according to the Department of Public Works.The water restrictions were put into effect on July 5 after the level of the Millers River dropped to below 186 cubic feet per second for...

ATHOL – With the school year at a close, the free Summer Eats program will begin on July 1 in the Athol and Royalston communities. All kids and teens 18 and under can eat meals for free, no sign-up required, no questions asked. Just show up at the...

PETERSHAM – The Petersham Brass Band will open its summer concert season Sunday, June 30, with a celebration of its 850th performance. The band, organized in 1914, has been presenting summer concerts continuously every summer since, except for a...