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Fire Association receives Sevens Seals Award

Local group honored for work benefiting Afghan citizens
By Caitlyn Kelleher JOURNAL REPORTER
It was the letter from a couple in Norcross, Georgia, that brought tears to the eyes of many standing in the large meeting room in Ashburnham's Town Hall on Tuesday morning. More...

Town says good-bye to Alicia Altieri

By Caitlyn Kelleher JOURNAL REPORTER

Her colleagues will remember Westminster Town Planner Alicia Altieri for her commitment to the job, her appreciation of nature and her love of her family. The 46-year-old died suddenly on Friday, Aug. More...

Volunteers needed for rail trail clean up

The Ashburnham Rail Trail Committee will host a Rail Trail Clean Up from 10 a.m. noon Saturday, Aug. 16, at the Caouette property, 150 Center St. More...

Special Sections

People & Events

CALENDAR

15 FRIDAY Acoustics Under the Stars presents Lee Villenueve from 6 to 10 p.m. at Lidio's Restaurant & Lounge, 1045 Central St., Leominster. Call (978) 534-6600. More...

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Opinion

Editorial

Remembering

As we function in our day to day lives it is easy to forget that our country is at war, that there are American citizens putting their lives on the line to protect us. More...

Rights and onion rings

By Josh Farnsworth

As a 26-year-old man, I have learned some fundamental truths about myself over the past few years. More...

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Schools

Monty Tech holds PNP graduation

FITCHBURG—The Practical Nursing Program at Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical School held its tenth annual graduation and pinning ceremony recently in the school's Performing Arts Center. More...

Two locals make Dean's List at Assumption

Shauna C. Perkins - a senior and the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Perkins - and Ashburnham-Westminster Regional School Committee member Joshua R. Schonborg - a junior and the son of Mr. and Mrs. Barry R. More...

Jansson makes two Dean's lists

Kalah E. Jansson, the daughter of Westminster residents Jeremy and Susan Jansson, made the Dean's List at Liberty University in Lynchburg, Va., during both the Fall 2007 and Spring 2008 semester. More...

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Police Log

POLICE LOG

Ashburnham Tuesday, Aug. 5, to Monday, Aug. 11 Tuesday, Aug. 5 3:39 p.m., School Street - Suspicious activity. 4:23 p.m., Gardner Road - Motor vehicle stop; citation/ warning issued. Wednesday, Aug. More...

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Obituaries

Rachel Elizabeth Lee, 10

Was talented artist and athlete; exuded happiness

ASHBURNHAM — Rachel Elizabeth Lee, 10, of 31 Hillandale Road, died peacefully in her home, Saturday morning, Aug. 9, 2008, after an 11-month battle with brain cancer. More...

Alicia Ann Altieri, 46

Was active in the Westminster community

WESTMINSTER — Alicia Ann Altieri, 46, of Westminster, died unexpectedly on Friday, Aug. 8, 2008, after a brief illness. More...

Janet Martha Sparks, 66

Was native of Fitchburg; FHS graduate

BOSTON — Janet Martha Sparks, 66, of 79 Sierra Road, died Thursday, Aug. 7, 2008, at her home after an illness. She was born in Fitchburg on Jan. 7, 1942, the daughter of the late Victor M. and Blanche S. (Coulter) Sparks. More...

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Ashburnham

Ashburnham may get dam engineering money

By Caitlyn Kelleher JOURNAL REPORTER

Ashburnham may get some help in the future from the state in engineering plans for repairing two of the three dams the state believes the town owns. State Rep. Robert Rice (D-Gardner) and state Sen. More...

Rush to play for Conservation Trust

The Ashburnham Conservation Trust will be hosting Tom Rush this year as a fundraiser. The group is hosting their second concert after the success of last year's concert by Livingston Taylor. More...

Here's how to do it

Oakmont Pop Warner Tiny Mite Coach Roger Pompei demonstrates defensive tackling to some of the newest players for the Oakmont Pop Warner Chargers. The Pop Warner season starts on Sunday, Aug. 24, with a Jamboree. COURTESY PHOTO More...

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BREAKING NEWS: Community Journal publisher to purchase Worcester Magazine

Acquisition to double company

Worcester, MA (Aug. 15, 2008) More...

Sitting Target

Bruce Vincent sits in the dunk tank during the 21st Annual Neighbors Helping Neighbors Town Benefit. Vincent was one of a number of people that got wet for the cause. See more photos on page 3. JOURNAL PHOTO/CAITLYN KELLEHER More...

EARLY DEADLINES

The Community Journal will be observing early deadlines for classified advertising. The deadline is Friday, August 22 at 12 p.m. More...

News

Out for a Day of Fun

(Clockwise from above) Robert Rahaim, 12, of Westminster, releases the throw that sunk dunk tank victim Bruce Vincent, the owner of the grocery store in the center of Westminster. More...

Know your options when it comes to paying for college

Is your son or daughter one of the 18 million students heading for college this fall? If so, you're probably still recovering from the shock of seeing the tuition bill. More...

Parents may find back-to-school success with certificate programs

After three hot months of keeping the kids busy, you may find yourself with some time to breathe once they return to school in the fall. More...

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Sports

In the Spotlight

Name: Lindsey Noseworthy Hometown: Ashburnham Age: 16 School: Oakmont Regional High School Family: Mom - Denise; Dad - Rick; Brother - Tyler; Sister - Megan Sport (Current): Soccer Team and League: ORHS, More...

Westminster Jimmy Fund Team

(Top to bottom) Tyler Spencer slides safely into home scoring a run for Westminster during the team's the first-round playoff game where the Westminster Jimmy Fund team defeated Leominster-American 16-9. More...

Fast pitch softball to hold tryouts

The Mass Galaxy Fast Pitch Softball Travel team tryouts for U12, U14, U16 and U18 are coming up. The U12 and U14 teams will hold open tryouts on Wednesday, Aug. 20, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Ovila Case Playground in Gardner. More...

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Worship

Bible program "What to do with what we have"

Christians of all denominations are invited to participate in an ecumenical Bible program from 9:30 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Sept. 20, at Leominster United Methodist Church, 77 Hall Street and Merriam Avenue, Leominster. More...

WORSHIP COLUMN

ASBHY CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH Located at The Common, in Ashby. If you are seeking Christian worship, service and fellowship, please join us Sunday mornings at 9 a.m. (summer schedule from July 6th through Aug. More...

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Westminster

Giammolvo gets ready for next race

By Caitlyn Kelleher JOURNAL REPORTER

Pete Giammalvo finished his work on the Town Benefit in Westminster this past weekend and now is ready to move on to his next project this weekend. More...

Homegrown products sought for new Farmers Market

The Westminster Agricultural Commission is looking for growers/vendors to sell their locally made/homegrown products at the newly created Westminster Farmers Market. The Farmers Market will start on Friday, Aug. More...

Friendship Club to host barbecue; upcoming meeting

The Westminster Seniors Friendship Club will host a barbecue at noon Wednesday, Aug. 20, at the V.F.W., Main Street, Westminster. The club will hold its regular meeting at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. More...

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