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05 / 17 / 2022   - 06:07:40 AM

Holliston Historical Society Seeks Vendors

HOLLISTON - Vendors are invited to submit an application to the 41st Holliston Historical Society Annual Harvest Fair that will take place on September 18th from 10-4 (rain date September 25th) at 547 Washington Street. Set up time is 7:30am to 9:30am. This old-fashioned... Read more

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05/17/2022 - 05:54:30 AM Milford Cultural Council Seeks Artists For Trash to Treasure Project MILFORD - The Milford Cultural Council (MCC) is excited to announce the second phase of its ongoing Art in the Parks public art initiative being conducted in partnership with the Milford Parks Department and Highway Department. Launching now is the Trash to Treasure... Read more.

05/11/2022 - 08:33:14 AM The New England Legends Podcast Receives Prestigious Award The New England Legends podcast series today announced they’ve won their first Communicator Award. Selected from more than 4,000 entries from all over the world, Episode 214: “The Leaping Lumberjacks of Central Maine” won for the “Individual Episodes – Documentary for... Read more.

04/25/2022 - 08:00:00 AM Stamp Out Hunger Returns To Franklin FRANKLIN - After a two-year absence, Stamp Out Hunger has returned to Franklin. On Saturday, May 14, Franklin letter carriers will pick up donated goods from town residents at their mailboxes and deliver them to the Franklin Food Pantry. The Franklin Food Pantry is... Read more.

04/25/2022 - 07:43:20 AM Seventh Annual Milford Beautification Day Attracts Over 150 Volunteers MILFORD - Members of Citizens for Milford and the Friends of the Milford Upper Charles Trail extend their sincerest gratitude to the record number of individuals, families, groups, businesses, and government entities that worked together to make the 2022 Milford... Read more.

04/25/2022 - 06:53:06 AM 2022 Medway Restaurant Week is April 30 - May 6 The Medway Business Council, in partnership with the Town of Medway, is happy to announce that Medway Restaurant Week is Back! Enjoy daily specials, featured items, and discounts from over 20+ Medway restaurants & caterers from Saturday, April 30 - to Friday, May 6. Read more.

04/22/2022 - 07:20:46 AM Beautification Day in Milford MILFORD - Citizens for Milford, in partnership with Friends of the Milford Upper Charles Trail, is organizing the Seventh Annual Milford Beautification Day. Beautification Day is Milford’s annual clean-up event, which enables area residents, organizations, and... Read more.

04/06/2022 - 08:12:38 AM Medway Democratic Town Committee Hosts Candidates' Breakfast MEDWAY - The Medway Democratic Town Committee will not only nourish local citizens’ palates, but their civic knowledge at the Big Blue Bagel Breakfast on Sunday, May 1. This event, a fundraiser for the MDTC, will be held at the Medway VFW at 123 Holliston Street, and... Read more.

04/04/2022 - 08:18:31 AM Milford Cultural Council Seeks Artists The Milford Cultural Council (MCC) reminds local artists, art students, and creatives that the last day to submit designs for this year’s Brush to Table Picnic Table Project is midnight on Friday, April 15. The council is also seeking one additional financial sponsor. The... Read more.

03/25/2022 - 05:07:50 AM Hopkinton Main Street Corridor Project Construction Update The anticipated work over the next two weeks is to install mainline underground utility conduit within the road between the Fire Station, 72 Main and the 135/85 intersection. Read more.

03/23/2022 - 05:26:22 AM 2022 Memorial Flag Program MENDON - The Mendham Brothers of the Brush Association wish to announce an opportunity to honor a friend or loved one who has served, or is serving, in our armed forces by participating in our Memorial Flag Program. Read more.

03/17/2022 - 07:49:12 AM Milford Cultural Council Seeks Members MILFORD - The Milford Cultural Council currently has two open seats and is encouraging Milford residents who are interested in volunteering to serve on the council to submit a talent bank application. The talent bank application is available on the Town of Milford... Read more.

02/28/2022 - 08:06:21 AM Milford Cultural Council Announces Art in the Park Initiative MILFORD - The Milford Cultural Council (MCC) is excited to announce a multi-phase public art initiative, Art in the Parks, being conducted in partnership with the Milford Parks Department and Highway Department. Launching now is a second round of the Brush to Table Picnic... Read more.

02/25/2022 - 04:04:09 PM Drugs and Guns Seized From Franklin Home FRANKLIN - After a joint investigation with the United States Postal Inspection Service and the Massachusetts State Police, Franklin Police Detectives executed multiple search warrants on Wednesday, February 23, 2022 at 258 Washington Street, Apartment #2, Franklin. Read more.

02/15/2022 - 06:28:41 PM Two Medway High School Choir Students Earn Spots in 2022 All-State Music Festival Medway High School Principal John Murray and Choir Director Ashley Nelson-Oneschuk are pleased to announce the selection of two Medway High School choir students to the All-State Music Festival. Read more.

02/11/2022 - 08:59:22 AM Milford Cultural Council Awards 2022 Grants The Milford Cultural Council (MCC) recently awarded over $20,000 in grants to 22 applicants for projects and events in the arts, humanities, and sciences. This round of grants will help fund multiple musical performances, two town parades, initiatives at the Youth Center... Read more.

02/08/2022 - 09:01:58 AM MyFM Agrees To Three Year Broadcast Extension With The New England Patriots MyFM 101.3 has just completed negotiations with Beasley Media Group & the New England Patriot’s, and has finalized an agreement that will ensure that New England Patriot’s Football will be broadcast right here “In the Heart of It All” through the 2024/25 season. Read more.

02/02/2022 - 07:05:42 AM SALMON at Medway & Medway Police Collaborate to Bring Dementia Friends to Community SALMON at Medway, a senior living community combining independent living, assisted living, and memory care, is collaborating with Medway Police to bring Dementia Friends to the surrounding town. A global movement, Dementia Friends was established with the goal of helping... Read more.

02/02/2022 - 07:02:56 AM MetroWest Visitors Bureau Announces Mini Grant Program The MetroWest Visitors Bureau announced today that their annual mini grant program is now accepting applications. Designed for marketing projects that will promote tourism in MetroWest, mini grants are available for funds up to $5,000 each. The MWVB will consider... Read more.

01/26/2022 - 06:35:27 PM Cancellations and Delays Cancellations and delays for Saturday January 29th, 2022. Check back for updates throughout the storm. Read more.

01/18/2022 - 03:41:02 PM Vaccine Clinic For Children In Milford On Wednesday January 19, 2022, the Milford Board of Health will have Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for any child ages 5 to 11 living in Milford. Read more.

01/05/2022 - 08:43:49 AM Hopkinton Welcomes New Library Director HOPKINTON — Town Manager Norman Khumalo is pleased to announce the hiring of new Library Services Director Nanci Hill. Director Hill began her new position as Library Services Director at the Hopkinton Public Library on Dec. 13. In this position, Hill will be responsible... Read more.

01/05/2022 - 06:04:04 AM Local Legislators Distribute Coats4Vets State Representatives Mike Soter, Jeffrey Roy, Shawn Dooley, Joseph McKenna, Brian Murray, and State Senator Ryan Fattman along with Massachusetts Military Support Foundation (MMSF,) will distribute brand new winter coats to veterans and military personnel. These coats... Read more.

12/23/2021 - 06:11:29 AM Bellingham Receives $399,593 in Complete Streets Funding BELLINGHAM - On December 22nd, 2021, Representative Soter announced that MassDOT released their most recent round of Complete Streets Funding. The Town of Bellingham was awarded $399,593.35 through this disbursement. Read more.

12/21/2021 - 07:22:12 AM Milford Police Chief James Falvey Addresses Recent Break Ins FRANKLIN - During recent weeks we have experienced an increase in breaking and entering complaints into motor vehicles and homes in the Milford. These incidents have resulted in substantial personal loss to many... Read more.

12/14/2021 - 07:00:33 AM Hopedale Has A New Library Director HOPEDALE - The Trustees of Bancroft Memorial Library are pleased to announce the appointment of Tricia Perry to the position of Library Director, effective November 15, 2021. Tricia earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from Smith College and her Master’s Degree in Library... Read more.

12/06/2021 - 08:04:20 AM Town Completes Historic Acquisition of Milford Water Company The Town of Milford closed on its acquisition of the Milford Water Company on December 3, 2021. The closing occurred after the approval of the acquisition of the assets of the Milford Water Company by Town Meeting on August 2, 2021 and through a subsequently negotiated... Read more.

12/02/2021 - 05:56:24 PM 5th Annual MyFM Tailgating For Toys Charity Toy Drive Collects Over $25,000 in Toys Massachusetts Broadcasters Association’s 2021 Radio Station of the Year, MyFM 101.3, recently spent the weekend of Friday, November 26th through Sunday, November 28th, braving the elements outside of Walmart in Bellingham, MA collecting an estimated $25,000 worth of toys... Read more.

11/23/2021 - 04:40:43 PM Medway Loins Kick Off Christmas Tree Sale On November 27th For 25 years, the Medway Lions have channeled their spirit of service into an annual Christmas Tree and Wreath sale to directly fund service projects in the Medway community and into Lions Club International causes, such as eye research. Once again, the Medway Lions... Read more.

11/23/2021 - 04:31:55 PM Milford Cheerleading Squad Is Heading To Nationals Milford Youth Cheerleading U14 cheerleading squad will be heading to the National Championship competition in Orlando, Florida happening December 9-12, 2021. The U14 squad earned their Nationals Championship spot by placing second at the Regional Championship... Read more.

11/23/2021 - 03:16:34 PM MyFM Hosts 5th Annual Toy Drive This Weekend Massachusetts Broadcasters Association’s 2021 Radio Station of the Year, MyFM 101.3, has scheduled their 5th annual toy drive, Tailgates for Toys to benefit Toys For Kids and Teens for Friday, November 26th through Sunday, November 28th outside of Walmart in Bellingham... Read more.

11/18/2021 - 07:34:38 AM UniBank Kicks Off Annual Holiday Giving Tree Program WHITINSVILLE - UniBank recently announced that the bank will kick off its annual Holiday Giving Tree Program on November 26th to make the season brighter for individuals and families throughout the community. The program is part of the bank’s dedication to improving life... Read more.

11/16/2021 - 07:04:09 AM Milford Hosts COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics For Kids MILFORD - In an effort to get children ages 5 to 11 years vaccinated against the coronavirus (COVID-19), the Milford Board of Health hosted two COVID-19 vaccination clinics on Tuesday, November 9th and on Wednesday, November 10th at the Woodland Elementary School from... Read more.

11/16/2021 - 06:27:38 AM Southwick's Zoo Opens on Thanksgiving Day For Glimpse of Winter Wonderland MENDON - A great holiday time adventure this November 25th! Guests will be delighted to know that the Festival of Illumination at Southwick’s Zoo will be open as a Walk Thru on Thanksgiving Day, 4:30pm to 8:30pm. Guests can also catch a glimpse of the Winter Wonderland... Read more.

11/16/2021 - 05:54:43 AM Franklin Food Elves Launch Holiday Drive FRANKLIN - The Franklin Food Pantry announces Food Elves 2021. This year the Franklin Food Elves “12 Days of Donating” Campaign marks 16 years of helping neighbors in need during the holiday season and beyond. Starting on December 1 and running through December 12, the... Read more.

11/16/2021 - 05:40:24 AM Second Annual Deck the House Outdoor Holiday Lights Contest In Milford Is On MILFORD - The Milford Cultural Council, Milford TV, MyFM 101.3, Milford Permanent Firefighters Association Local 2140, Milford Downtown Revitalization Committee, and the Milford Area Chamber of Commerce are once again sponsoring one of Milford’s newest holiday traditions... Read more.

11/15/2021 - 07:57:54 AM Community Comes Together To Repave Bellingham VFW Parking Lot. On Thursday, November 11th, Veterans Day, the Town of Bellingham celebrated the men and women who have faithfully served their country. After the town’s annual ceremonies, local and state officials gathered at the Bellingham VFW Post #7272 with residents... Read more.

11/12/2021 - 06:18:58 PM Local Boy Raises Money For Local Homeless Children MILFORD - Meet Brendan. Brendan is a 4th-grader in Milford. Like other children his age, Brendan enjoys karate and basketball, is a member of the local cub scouts and spends much of his time playing with friends and family. But what sets Brendan apart from most... Read more.

11/11/2021 - 08:03:45 AM Veterans Day Ceremonies in Milford MILFORD - All area residents are invited to attend two special ceremonies this Veterans Day, Thursday, November 11 in Calzone Park and Draper Memorial Park. Both ceremonies will be incorporated into the annual Veterans Day Parade, which steps off from Veterans Memorial... Read more.

11/11/2021 - 07:12:44 AM Medway High School Senior Rebecca Chleboski Recognized by Massachusetts Association of School Superintendents MEDWAY - Superintendent Armand Pires and Principal John Murray are pleased to announce that Medway High School senior Rebecca Chleboski has been presented with the Massachusetts Association of School Superintendents (M.A.S.S.) Award of Academic... Read more.

11/11/2021 - 07:01:50 AM Charles River Bank Proudly Sponsors 28th Annual Medway Christmas Parade The 28th Annual Christmas Parade will be held on Saturday, November 27th and will begin at 5:30pm at the Medway High School and proceed left onto Summer Street, left on Milford Street to Franklin St, left onto Village Street into Medway Village continuing onto Holliston... Read more.

11/06/2021 - 04:02:32 PM Homes For Our Troops Veterans Day Celebrity Auction The national nonprofit organization Homes For Our Troops announces its fifth annual Veterans Day Celebrity Auction on eBay. George Clooney, Jennifer Aniston, Ben Stiller and Chris Evans are among the notable celebrities who are offering personal Zoom experiences, meet &... Read more.

11/02/2021 - 05:20:30 PM MetroWest Chamber to hold Virtual Annual Meeting On Wednesday, November 17th, the MetroWest Chamber of Commerce will hold the 126th Annual Virtual Meeting and Awards Gala. The theme of this year’s event is ‘Solutions to Overcoming the Challenges of Hiring in Today’s Post Pandemic World’ and will focus on our efforts to... Read more.

11/02/2021 - 05:13:12 PM Milford Christmas Tree Lighting Planned MILFORD - Citizens for Milford is planning the Sixth Annual Milford Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony in Draper Memorial Park on the evening of Friday, December 3. All Milford residents are invited to arrive starting at 5:30 p.m. for cookies and hot chocolate. The tree... Read more.

11/02/2021 - 05:05:07 PM Medway Public Schools Celebrates Field Hockey Coach Mary Ellen Hasenfuss MEDWAY - Superintendent Armand Pires, Athletic Director Jeff Parcells and Principal John Murray are pleased to share that the Medway School Committee recently recognized Mary Ellen... Read more.

11/02/2021 - 05:00:51 PM SALMON Health and Retirement & Local Food Banks Partner to Enhance the Holidays Each year, local food banks work tirelessly to ensure their shelves are stocked to provide families with more than they need for their holiday celebrations. This year, SALMON Health and Retirement has committed to help. For everyone that tours one of SALMON’s independent... Read more.

11/02/2021 - 01:27:16 PM Job Opening For Town of Upton The Town of Upton seeks to fill the F/T position of Water/Wastewater Operator. Works under the general direction of the Water and Wastewater Supervisor performing skilled technical work to maintain the water and sewer operating system. The position requires 40 hours... Read more.

10/21/2021 - 07:30:03 AM New Senior Vice President/Senior Commercial Lending Officer at Charles River Bank Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Derek Plourde, is pleased to announce that Terry Katsaros has joined Charles River Bank (CRB) as Senior Vice President/Senior Commercial Lending Officer. Katsaros will manage CRB’s Commercial Lending Department... Read more.

10/14/2021 - 10:19:33 AM Masonic Open House Masonic Open House at Montgomery Lodge in Milford on Saturday October 16th from 9am to 3pm. Read more.

10/13/2021 - 06:34:48 AM Franklin Food Pantry's Turkey Trot Is Back The Franklin Food Pantry is pleased to announce that the annual Franklin Turkey Trot is back in-person on Thanksgiving, November 25, 2021 at 8:00 am and is celebrating its ten year anniversary! The 5K starts at 91 Jordan Road, Franklin, MA and follows a lollipop route in... Read more.