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    This 61 mile project originates in Vernon, Vermont, travels through Hinsdale and Winchester, New Hampshire then continues through a number of towns within Northern Massachusetts including, Warwick, Royalston, Winchendon, Gardner, Westminster, Fitchburg, Leominster, and Sterling.

    Coming off the mainline, this project also includes the Athol Tap and the Crystal Lake Tap. The Athol Tap runs from Royalston Substation to Chestnut Hill Ave Substation in Athol, Massachusetts. The Crystal Lake Tap runs from Gardner Switching Station to Crystal Lake Substation in Gardner, Massachusetts.


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    Community Garden at St. Paul’s in Gardner MA Now has 27 Beds

    Originally established 2 years ago with a $3000 grant from the Diocese, the Community Garden located at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church on Cross Street in Gardner almost doubled its capacity in 2023 and now has more than 2 dozen beds. Mayor Michael Nicholson posted on April 28th,”Big shout out to St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Gardner MA for starting up their community gardens again this year to support the Gardner CAC! They are adding even more raised beds to bring the total to 27! Thanks for all you do for the City and it’s residents! “. Fresh produce grown on the property is distributed to area families by the CAC.

    The sign states “For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat” – Matthew 25:35. Distribution of food grown will occur through the Food Pantry of the Community Action Committee. The CAC serves disadvantaged individuals in Gardner, Ashburnham, Baldwinville, Hubbardston, Otter River, Templeton, and Westminster. Gardner CAC website, CLICK HERE. To donate to the CAC securely click here. St. Paul’s Episcopal Church website, CLICK HERE.

    According to the Church, “”Many faces, one faith. We are a diverse group of believers – bankers, musicians, social workers, teachers, public servants, business owners, parents  – united by our shared faith in a loving God.” Sunday services are at 10am


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  • Man, youth injured in Springfield shooting
    by Kaitlin McKinley Becker on May 19, 2024 at 5:23 pm

    Two people were injured Saturday afternoon in a shooting in Springfield, Massachusetts. Springfield police say they responded to the 0-100 block of Kenyon St. around 3:45 p.m. for a ShotSpotter activation and found a man and a youth with gunshot wounds. Both victims were taken to Baystate Hospital. The man’s injuries are considered non-life threatening, while the juvenile male has serious injuries, police say. Further information about what happened has not been released, including a possible suspect. Springfield detectives are investigating.

  • Clouds continue on Sunday before warmer temperatures during the week
    by David Bagley on May 19, 2024 at 1:15 pm

    We remain stuck in a cool, northeasterly flow this afternoon with lots of clouds and the continuing threat for a shower or sprinkle.  Further inland, clouds will break, and temperatures will be much warmer away from the influence of the coast with the slight threat for a shower.  Along the coastal plain, we may see some brightening skies, but clouds will be stubborn along with a greater threat for a passing shower or sprinkle, northeast wind will gust between 15-25mph, with higher gusts across the Cape and Islands. Highs reach the upper 50s coast, 60s and 70s well away from the coast.  A ridge of high pressure will start to build in from the south and west Monday with improving conditions and more in the way of sunny skies. Monday morning will feature areas of patchy fog and drizzle early on, but by the afternoon sunshine makes a return allowing temps to reach the 60s along the coast, 70s inland, wind will still remain onshore.  Summer warmth really kicks in Tuesday as our wind switches more out of the southwest with highs reaching the 80s, cooler south facing shorelines.  The stretch of summer warmth continues into Wednesday with highs well into the 80s with a few inland locations reaching 90!  Our next chance for showers and thunderstorms arrives Thursday afternoon after another day with highs in the 80s. Have a great Sunday!

  • Humpback whale buried after washing ashore in Swampscott
    by Marc Fortier, Mark Garfinkel and Irvin Rodriguez on May 19, 2024 at 12:35 pm

    A 42-foot long humpback whale that washed ashore on the Marblehead side of the town line with Swampscott then towed to sea only to return to the same stretch of beach but on the Swampscott side has been buried. The whale was buried on Saturday at the beach walkway near the town line at the beach walkway entrance to Preston Beach. Swampscott Animal Control Officer Scott Considine confirmed the whale is the same one that washed ashore near Preston Beach in Swampscott a few weeks ago and was towed out to sea. “NOAA called. I was told that the whale that was already here at one point is now back,” Considine said. “Looks like it’s the same whale.” said a Swampscott Animal Control Officer when asked if it was the same whale on both sides of the line. More Massachusetts stories Karen Read May 14 Witness in Karen Read trial testifies she saw black SUV, object in snow outside Albert home May 13 2 people fatally struck by Commuter Rail train in Natick

  • Two men face multiple charges in connection to retail theft
    on May 19, 2024 at 9:55 am

    District Attorney Kevin Hayden announced that two men were arraigned in connection to retail theft incidents in the Boston area. 39-year-old James Nickola and 35-year-old Christopher Alves were arrested in connection to multiple thefts. Nickola was charged with larceny from a building and breaking and entering at night with intent to commit a felony and was held on $1,000 bail and to stay away from the location. Authorities say that on February 10, Nickola had broken into Express Convenience Store at 31 Winter Street and had taken $4,375 worth of cigarettes, $360 worth of lighters, $225 worth of E-Z Wider rolling paper, 22 pairs of headphones worth $470, 20 phone chargers worth $240, seven power packs worth $245, $600 in gold dollars, $300 in loose change, $300 of miscellaneous items, and a backpack used to store the items. The owner had told police that the suspect had broken into the store two other times. Nickola has several convictions for larceny and assault and battery. He is due back in court on June 10. Alves was arraigned on charges of shoplifting and trespassing in West Roxbury on May 15. Alves previous shoplifting cases stem from incidents at CVS Pharmacy at 467 Centre Street in West Roxbury, Whole Foods at 413 Centre Street in Jamaica Plain and Target at 4165 Washington Street Officers noted that Alves was involved in five previously documented shoplifting incidents from Target beginning March 18. Alves’ bail was revoked on three open shoplifting cases and is due back in court on May 31. “We recognize the frustrations and safety concerns store-based crime can bring to shoppers, store owners and employees, and we are committed to addressing them appropriately. These thefts affect more than just store owners. The true impact is felt by the entire community through store closures, item restrictions and reduced access to daily essentials and medications,” Hayden said.

  • Cloudy Sunday before temperatures warm up during the week
    by Pamela Gardner on May 19, 2024 at 7:01 am

    Today’s forecast looks like slow improvement from our damp and rainy Saturday.  We start off with drizzle, fog, clouds and cool temps in the 50s and a continued northeast breeze.  We stay in the 50s all day long at the coast.  Farther inland temps warm to the 60s as we see some breaks of late day sunshine.  The drier air takes over from northwest to southeast this afternoon, but it may be overnight before we see some actual clearing around Boston or the Cape.  Temps fall to the 40s tonight and there will be some areas of fog.  As luck would have it, we have sun and warmer temperatures for the work and school week.  Monday’s highs top off in the mid 60s at the coast due to a sea breeze.  Farther inland highs reach the 70s with sun all around. Our dry weather pattern continues through midweek as we experience our first taste of summer-like temperatures.  Highs reach the low to mid 80s even at the coast Tuesday, Wednesday and into Thursday.  Inland, there will be a few spots that hit 90.  Our humidity remains pretty low with dew points in the 50s during much of this warm wave, so it won’t be oppressive heat.  However, it will be a very hot day or two, or three, for those at the coast who have not experienced this kind of heat yet this year!  Certainly looks like beach weather if you can go there.  Thursday brings us our next chance for rain and thunderstorms, with perhaps an isolated severe storm threat.  This depends on the timing of the cold front and if it’s moving through Boston during peak daytime heating hours versus after sunset. Memorial Day weekend looks to be a tad cooler, but still in the 70s.

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    by Cheryl A. Cuddahy on May 19, 2024 at 5:53 pm

    FATV HIGHLIGHTS THIS WEEK: Picks of the Week Sunday 10 a.m., Police Memorial Sunday May 19th (Live) Monday 6 p.m., School Committee Meeting (Live) Tuesday 7 p.m., “Barbara & You” with guests from Foster Healey Real Estate and Todd Goodwin (New) Wednesday 7 p.m., “Discussing Fitchburg Now” (New) Wednesday 6 p.m., Monty Tech Graduation (Live)

  • Sizer seniors show their stuff
    by Gary Fournier on May 19, 2024 at 9:12 am

    On Wednesday evening Sizer School held its Annual Senior Project Exhibition Night in the gymnasium. Every senior must complete a passion project in order to graduate from Sizer School and, in the process, answer the project’s “essential question.” In a final demonstration of learning mastery, students presented their projects and final products to the entire

  • Fitchburg Memorial Day weekend ceremonies start May 26
    by Cheryl A. Cuddahy on May 19, 2024 at 8:12 am

    FITCHBURG — The city’s Veterans Council is looking for volunteers to help place flags at Veterans’ graves beginning at 8:30 a.m. on Friday, May 24, at St. Bernard’s Cemetery, 96 Goodrich St. Any amount of time you can give is appreciated. The city continues to honor its Veterans and celebrates Memorial Day weekend beginning at

  • Pet Talk: Dogs and claws
    by Sally Cragin on May 19, 2024 at 6:34 am

    DEAR PET TALK: Why do dogs have claws? – Markelle Chilliest, Mr. Wironen’s 4th grade, Reingold Elementary School, Fitchburg DEAR MARKELLE: It’s not just dogs who have claws – think way back in ancient history. Archaeologists have discovered that dinosaurs had claws, as did early reptiles. Claws are a very useful tool across many species.

  • Pet of the Week: Beba
    by Sally Cragin on May 19, 2024 at 6:12 am

    Be-Bop-A-Lula – Beba’s your baby! This copper-colored shepard-mix is just over a year old and a “bundle of joy who thrives on interaction and fun activities.” She’s lived with both dogs and cats, but some time has passed so Second Chance Animal Services’ folks will decide if that’s the best fit for her. But like

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  • Kiley Hogan a tremendous talent at plate, in circle for Tyngsboro High
    by James Albert on May 19, 2024 at 10:39 am

    “She's really the real deal. She has a natural gift for softball and just so much natural ability." Tyngsboro head coach April Leonard on Kiley Hogan

  • UML, Mill City Grows celebrate greenhouse expansion
    by Peter Currier on May 19, 2024 at 9:26 am

    UMass Lowell and Mill City Grows celebrated the expansion of the Rist Urban Agriculture Greenhouse Saturday morning to significantly increase the amount of food that can be produced for local food pantries and mobile markets. 

  • The Column: Lowell is still segregated by race
    by Staff Report on May 19, 2024 at 9:21 am

    THE BATTLE for the soul of Lowell played out at last Monday’s Planning Board meeting, as the board discussed whether to formally adopt Lowell’s new comprehensive master plan, Lowell Forward. The 20-year vision of the community’s plan for the future that City Manager Tom Golden called a “living, breathing document,” was unveiled during the City Council’s

  • Arrest log
    by Staff Report on May 19, 2024 at 8:19 am

    The following arrests were made recently by local police departments. All defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Massachusetts’ privacy law prevents police from releasing information involving domestic and sexual violence arrests with the goal to protect the alleged victims.

  • Billerica Town Meeting approves clarifications to referendum petition rules
    by Peter Currier on May 19, 2024 at 8:06 am

    The annual Spring Town Meeting in Billerica is concluded after a Thursday session where the highlight of the evening was an article that made clarifying changes to the referendum policy in response to the controversy surrounding the Town Center project petition last year. 

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