Local News

12 / 22 / 2022   - 05:42:57 PM

Work Moves Forward On Solar Array in Franklin

FRANKLIN - Work can move forward on a planned solar array on Frankland Road in Hopkinton. At their meeting Tuesday the Conservation Commission got an update on work that had stopped because excavation uncovered a previously unknown Native American monument. The Hopkinton Ind Read more

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12/20/2022 - 08:29:42 AM Medway Police Have Limited Number of Child Print ID Kits MEDWAY - The Medway Police Department has a limited number of Child Print ID kits at their front desk courtesy of the Norfolk County Sheriff's Office. They say the kit is used to compile important identifying information about your child in the event he or she goes... Read more.

12/20/2022 - 08:27:36 AM Dean College Creates New Scholarship Fund FRANKLIN - A new scholarship fund at Dean College has been created in the name of a 2020 graduate who recently passed away. The Max Peters Scholarship Fund is named for Malachi "Max" Peters of Branford Connecticut who passed away suddenly last week at the age of 25. The... Read more.

12/20/2022 - 08:24:58 AM Hopkinton Water May Look Different For A Short Time This Week HOPKINTON - If you live in Hopkinton, be prepared for your water to possibly be a funky color for a little bit this week. Town Officials say a contractor will be cleaning and inspecting the town's 3 storage tanks over the next 3 days and during this process there could... Read more.

12/20/2022 - 08:21:06 AM Westborough Police Investigate Break-Ins WESTBOROUGH - Westborough Police are investigating a series of recent car break-ins. They say on Sunday they got reports of two car break-ins at the Westborough Tennis & Swim Club and then later in the afternoon it was two cars at Release Well Being on Turnpike Rd. Some... Read more.

12/20/2022 - 08:02:26 AM State Police Trooper and Police Dog Injured on 495 HOPKINTON - A State Police trooper and his police dog have been injured in a crash in Hopkinton. It happened Monday afternoon on South I-495 where the trooper was parked in his marked K-9 cruiser in the breakdown lane doing work on a road detail. State Police say an... Read more.

12/09/2022 - 07:33:22 AM Milford Regional’s Annual Tree of Life Benefit Raises Nearly $18,000 for Oliva Fund MILFORD - A warmer than average December evening brought out a crowd of local residents and members of the Milford Regional Medical Center community for the hospital’s Tree of Life fundraiser, held on December 5. The annual event raised nearly $18,000 this year and is... Read more.

12/08/2022 - 08:47:12 AM Medway High School Recognizes 52 John and Abigail Adams Scholarship Recipients MEDWAY - Superintendent Armand Pires and Principal John Murray are pleased to announce that 52 seniors at Medway High School are among seniors statewide to receive a John and Abigail Adams Scholarship this year. Read more.

12/08/2022 - 07:41:33 AM What’s Happening Now at the Milford Town Clerk’s Office It’s important to return your Annual Street Listing every year even if there are no changes to the form, because years from now, you may need to prove that you or your children lived in Milford or resided in Massachusetts during a certain time period and the street list... Read more.

12/07/2022 - 04:04:46 PM MyFM 101.3 Collects Over $25,000 in Toys for Local Families in Need On Friday December 2nd local radio station MyFM 101.3 set up camp outside of Walmart in Bellingham and began a 50-hour residency in hopes to fulfill their goal of collecting enough toys to fill a school bus. MyFM’s 6th annual toy drive once again partnered the radio... Read more.

11/29/2022 - 07:35:02 AM Milford Christmas Tree Lighting Planned for Friday, December 2nd MILFORD - Citizens for Milford is planning the Seventh Annual Milford Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony in Draper Memorial Park on the evening of Friday, December 2. All Milford residents are invited to arrive starting at 5:30 p.m. for cookies, hot chocolate, and chili... Read more.

11/28/2022 - 05:21:21 PM New ‘Library Trail’ Starts in Franklin, Touches Much of State FRANKLIN – When Benjamin Franklin donated more than 100 books to the tiny Massachusetts town, newly named in his honor, he probably didn’t realize the impact he would have. And now, in recognition of his founding gift and its transformative impact, the state has its own... Read more.

11/14/2022 - 09:21:11 AM Seventh Annual Milford Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony MILFORD - Citizens for Milford is planning the Seventh Annual Milford Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony in Draper Memorial Park on the evening of Friday, December 2. All Milford residents are invited to arrive starting at 5:30 p.m. for cookies, hot chocolate, and chili... Read more.

11/09/2022 - 08:24:19 AM Franklin Police Receive Accreditation FRANKLIN - Chief Thomas Lynch is pleased to inform you that on October 26, 2022, the Massachusetts Police Accreditation Commission (MPAC) voted to award Accreditation to the Franklin Police Department. Read more.

11/09/2022 - 08:02:06 AM Sock Drive Throughout the month of November Milford Federal will be collecting new socks. All contributions will be donated to veterans in need. Read more.

10/31/2022 - 06:29:20 AM Thanks To Yanks Presents Hope For Heroes Collection Drive Join Thanks To Yanks in collecting items for homeless veterans and veterans in need. This is part of the Hope For Heroes Campaign. Collection dates: November 1st - 12th. Veterans need list... Read more.

10/26/2022 - 03:15:44 PM Boston International Kids Film Festival Returns BOSTON - The Boston International Kids Film Festival (BIKFF) returns for its 10th annual weekend dedicated to films for kids, by kids, and about kids. Featuring workshops, panel discussions and nearly 80 films from a dozen different countries, BIKFF will run November 18... Read more.

10/26/2022 - 02:45:40 PM Franklin Food Pantry Launches ‘The Pantry Food Elves Holiday Drive’ FRANKLIN - The Franklin Food Pantry is excited to announce Food Elves 2022. This year the Franklin Food Elves “12 Days of Donating” Campaign marks 17 years of helping neighbors in need during the holiday season and beyond. Between December 1 through 12, the neighborhood... Read more.

10/26/2022 - 01:30:14 PM WooSox Announce 2023 Schedule WORCESTER - In conjunction with Major League Baseball, the Worcester Red Sox today announced their 2023 schedule, a 150-game slate including 75 home games at Polar Park for the second straight year. The WooSox open the 2023 season on Friday, March 31 when they host the... Read more.

10/25/2022 - 07:35:24 AM Missing Elderly Man Found Deceased MEDWAY - On October 23rd, Medway resident Howard White age 72 was reported missing by concerned family. A search was launched involving police from four communities and units of MetroLEC. A Holliston Police Department patrol officer located Mr. White in the area of... Read more.

10/25/2022 - 07:33:35 AM Citizens for Milford Announces the Return of the Field of Flags for Veterans Day MILFORD - Citizens for Milford and the Milford Corps of the Salvation Army are excited to announce that the Veterans Day installation of the 2022 Field of Flags in Draper Memorial Park will take place on November 2 and will remain in place until November 14. This... Read more.

10/14/2022 - 12:19:42 PM Bellingham Women of Today Upcoming Holiday Events BELLINGHAM - The Bellingham Women of Today will welcome Santa for their 30th year of Muffins with Santa on Saturday, December 17th from 9:00 – 11:30 at St. Blaise Church Hall, 1158 S. Main St., Bellingham. Admission fee is $5 per child with a maximum charge of $15 per... Read more.

10/14/2022 - 11:05:49 AM Upton Rec Extends Halloween Decorating Contest DEADLINE EXTENDED!!! Submissions now due October 26th. Think you have the best Halloween decorations in town? Submit your address to Recreation@uptonma.gov to enter the contest! Addresses must be submitted by October 26th Read more.

10/14/2022 - 11:03:21 AM Upton Seeking Proposals for Upton Center Development UPTON - The Town of Upton invites qualified individuals and firms to develop and manage a mixed-use development project of commercial, retail, and residential uses within a five-parcel area encompassing approximately 1.5 acres in Upton Center. Read more.

10/14/2022 - 10:52:51 AM Upton Cultural Council Seeks New Members UPTON - The Upton Cultural Council is looking for new members! The UCC is a town council that awards grants to local performers, schools, and organizations that bring cultural events and programming to our town. Our goal is to promote the appreciation of the arts... Read more.

10/05/2022 - 10:16:17 AM Community Halloween House Decorating Contest in Franklin The Franklin MA Lions are excited to announce that we have taken on the Franklin Community Halloween House Decorating Contest! The Franklin Cultural Council started this wonderful event 2 years ago and entrusted it to us to continue for many years to come! Read more.

10/04/2022 - 06:17:36 AM Milford Planning Board Seeks to Fill Position The Milford Select Board has received notice from Patrick Kennelly, Chair of the Planning Board of its desire to fill the vacancy occasioned by the resignation of Bryan Cole. Read more.

09/28/2022 - 09:47:48 AM Franklin Food Pantry Celebrated Volunteers FRANKLIN - The Franklin Food Pantry is pleased to announce that it has been honored with the 2022 MyFM Quest for the Best Gold Award for Best Place to Volunteer! The 2022 MyFM Quest for the Best highlights the very finest organizations that the area has to offer – from... Read more.

09/28/2022 - 09:39:47 AM Woodland Recognized as 2021-2022 Heart of Gold School MILFORD - Woodland Elementary School (WES) is being recognized as a 2021-2022 Heart of Gold School for the American Heart Association’s Eastern States Region. WES raised over $13,000 for the American Heart Association’s Kids Heart Challenge. The Woodland Elementary... Read more.

09/27/2022 - 08:18:53 AM Sweet Inspirations Grand Opening Scheduled For Saturday October 15th MILFORD - The Aaron Zenus Foundation is pleased to announce the opening of our new business venture we call “Sweet Inspirations”. Sweet Inspirations is a non-profit, retail candy and specialty gift shop that will provide vocational and employment opportunities for... Read more.

09/27/2022 - 06:58:26 AM Free COVID-19 Test Kits, Hand Sanitizer and Face Coverings at Medway Town Hall MEDWAY - Medway is offering FREE COVID-19 test kits, hand sanitizer & face coverings (adults & children). There is a table set up in the lobby of the front entrance of Town Hall (155 Village Street). Test kits-QR code that includes an updated expiration date. Available... Read more.

09/27/2022 - 06:26:11 AM Medway Business Council Hosts "Finding Your Dream Commercial Space" Workshop MEDWAY - Sometimes, you just need... space. Commercial space. For business owners or independent consultants seeking to "return to office" and seek new, productive, more cost-effect commercial space options, please join the Medway Business Council on Thursday... Read more.

09/22/2022 - 07:28:27 AM Milford High School Senior Semifinalist in the 2023 National Merit Scholarship Program MILFORD - Haley Jansons, a Senior at Milford High School, has achieved status as a National Merit Semi-Finalist. She is one of the 16,000 Semifinalists announced in the annual National Merit Scholarship Program. The National Merit Scholarship Program recognizes... Read more.

09/21/2022 - 11:49:19 AM 2022 MyFM Quest for the Best Winners Revealed On Website Magazine Within Massachusetts there is an extremely diverse region teaming with unique shopping locales, premier restaurants & entertainment, and every possible business or service you could imagine. This vibrant and affluent market is served by ONE locally owned and operated... Read more.

09/16/2022 - 01:38:59 PM Milford High School Receives Banner Recognition For Inclusive Sports and Activities MILFORD - Special Olympics MA has announced that Milford High School, a Special Olympics Unified Champion School, is receiving national banner recognition for its efforts to provide inclusive sports and activities for students with and without disabilities. (Milford High... Read more.

09/12/2022 - 07:07:42 AM Milford‘s Pumpkin Stroll Returns With the success of many past Pumpkin Strolls, Mike Shain has planned for an even bigger and better event this year. Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 29 , 2012 (rain or shine). The Pumpkin Stroll will be held inside Creative Community Childcare 23 Pine... Read more.

09/07/2022 - 12:14:46 PM Daniels Farmstead Gearing Up For A Fun And Festive September The Daniels Farmstead in Blackstone, MA, is gearing up for a fun and festive September, beginning with the 6th annual Apple Festival on Sunday, September 18th, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm, and the ever-popular Antique Tractor, Truck, and Car Show is on Sunday... Read more.

09/07/2022 - 11:34:02 AM BVT Athletic Department Hosts Yard Sale The Blackstone Valley Tech Athletic Department will host a large Yard Sale on Saturday, October 1st, in the school's parking lot at 65 Pleasant Street in Upton. The rain or shine event is open to the public from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Support the BVT Athletic Department... Read more.

08/30/2022 - 06:43:15 AM Milford Family & Community Network Playgroup Registration Begins Soon MILFORD - Registration for the Fall Session (Session I) of the Milford Family & Community Network (MFCN) CFCE Playgroups will be taking place daily from Monday September 12th through Thursday, September 15th, from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm at the MFCN Office, (located inside... Read more.

08/29/2022 - 08:43:39 AM Milford Cultural Council Opens Grant Process on Sept 1st MILFORD - The Milford Cultural Council (MCC) will officially open their grant application process on Thursday September 1, 2022 with a deadline for submitting on October 17, 2022 Read more.