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Glodis formal announces his run for State Auditor
Worcester County Sheriff Guy Glodis formally announced his campaign for state auditor this past Monday; the expected announcement will set off a series of other announcements this month from other local politicians. More...
“The schools and the towns are nothing different then an arm and a leg on the same body.” — EDWARD VITONE ASHBURNHAM SELECTMAN

Ashburnham-Westminster Regional School District administrators stressed to the School Committee Tuesday the need not to make anymore personnel cuts and noted how limited the supply and equipment budget is. More...

Election of Republican senator may change politics in Mass. according to local GOPs

The special election to fill a U.S. Senate seat may be over, but the effects of the election have just begun. Republicans and Democrats alike are both wondering how picking Republican Senator-elect Scott Brown, in a state that is predominantly Democrats who elect Democrats will affect the future political scene locally and nationally. More...


Hearts won’t literally break on Valentine’s Day if the perfect gift isn’t received, but they may break later if the heart health check in is not on the to-do list this month. More...
5 FRIDAY The band Fourth Gear will perform at 9 p.m. at Beemer’s Pub, 114 River St., 6 Fitchburg. SATURDAY The Friends of the Leominster Public Library will hold their First Saturday Book Sale from 10 More...
Celebrating a romantic evening
FITCHBURG — Enjoy the magical music of the Thayer Symphony Orchestra, led by Maestro Toshimasa Francis Wada (above), and vocalist Steve Marvin as they celebrate Valentine’s Day in concert at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 13, at the Stratos G. More...
Not RSVPing to the party
Republican Party leadership statewide, and even throughout the nation, is looking at January’s election of Scott Brown to the United State Senate as resurgence of the party. Democratic leadership is trying to spin the results of the election as an abnormality that does not speak to any large scale issues. More...
The Westminster Council on Aging is located at 127 Main St., in the American Legion Hall. For more information on any program or service contact COA Director Sue Fisher at (978) 874-7402. The center is open weekdays from 8 to 11:30 a.m. and from 12:30 to 4 p.m. More...
Oakmont junior point guard Kristen Connolly splits the Narragansett defense during a 68-32 win over Narragansett on Friday, Jan. 29. The win propelled th the Spartans record to 14-1 on the season. (Above) Oakmont sophomore g guard Shannon Davis drives the lane during the game. More...
Monday, Feb. 8 to Friday, Feb. 12
Oakmont Regional High School Thursday, Feb. 11 – Second Semester Open House and Course Selection Night, 7 p.m. Alumni Auditorium Friday, Feb. 12 – Half Day, Professional Development, students dismissed at 11:05 a.m.; Valentine’s Dance, 7 to 10 p.m. in cafeteria More...
ST. IGNACE, N.B. — Idora Caissie of the Villa Providence Shediac and formerly of St. Ignace, passed away peacefully at her residence on Friday, Jan. 29, at the age of 80. More...
ASHBY CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH Located at the Common in Ashby. If you are seeking a Christian worship service and fellowship, please join us Sunday mornings at 9:00 a.m. (July 5th through September 6th) for worship service. The children’s room and nursery will be available during the time of the service. More...
Ashburnham Board of Selectmen Monday, Feb. 1, 2010
Top Story: Selectmen approve the temporary dissolution of the DPW Relocation Committee, a move supported by the committee members, during their Monday night meeting. More...
Westminster residents will see a significant increase in their tax rate but will also see a drastic drop in their property values. Town officials believe they accomplished their goal of keeping taxes level this year because of the offsetting difference. The rate increased 10.9 percent the same amount overall property value in town decreased. More...

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