Community Notes
      Daffodil days are here The American Cancer Society Daffodil Days is in Townsend. As the first flower of spring, the daffodil represents hope and renewal. To the American Cancer Society, the daffodil symbolizes the hope we all share for a future where cancer no longer threatens those we love.
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Townsend selectmen warn school committee of limited budget
By Caitlyn Kelleher Journal Reporter
      Two words that neither politicians nor residents like to hear - "override" and "layoffs" - were used at the joint meeting between Townsend's Board of Selectmen and school officials on Monday, Feb. 12. The specifics of either option weren't discussed, but North Middlesex Regional Superintendent M...
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Habitat For Humanity Townsend's local committee makes plans
Habitat house starting to take shape
      The Habitat for Humanity local project committee in Townsend is working to finish raising the money for the first Habitat home to be built in town. The house, which will be owned by a Townsend family, will be located on Apple Drive. The committee has been working for the past two years to raise ju...
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Outdoor fun
     (Photo above) Charlotte and Peter Steeves play Name that Bird, a game at the Friends of Willard Brook Winter Festival on Saturday, Feb. 10. The festival took place at Pearl Hill State Park in Townsend.
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