2+ day, 12+ hour ago   (533+ words) From using artificial intelligence to reduce the state’s notorious traffic to canceling the midcentury net-zero emissions commitment and temporarily suspending the state gas tax when pump prices climb, Mike Minogue began Thursday to detail his “Blueprint for a Better Future....

2+ day, 10+ hour ago   (275+ words) DEAR PET TALK: A skunk has taken up residence on my enclosed porch, and I didn’t advertise for a roommate — help! I love wildlife, but not so close. — Animal Lover At A Distance DEAR ANIMAL LOVER AT A DISTANCE: Ouch!...

2+ day, 9+ hour ago   (1645+ words) Sunday Morning Bird Walk: 8 a.m.; Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary, 113 Goodnow Road. Register at massaudubon.org. Nordic Walking: 8 a.m.; Finnish Center at Saima Park, 67 Scott Rd, Fitchburg. Bring poles if you have them. The Kelly Girls: 2-4 p.m.; Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Enjoy songs…...

3+ day, 17+ hour ago   (477+ words) It is clear we have become very comfortable paying for things built for and around our interests. Though local journalism is far more personal than its national counterparts, few of my students, if any, would identify it as personal. In…...

4+ day, 10+ hour ago   (217+ words) The new sign is part of a project to construct welcome signs at key gateways in the region to boost civic pride and serve as a positive first impression for visitors. “One North Central, our regional economic development plan, is…...

4+ day, 10+ hour ago   (193+ words) TOWNSEND — Area residents will gather on the Townsend Common Friday, Sept. 18, to honor American prisoners of war and those still missing in action. Townsend VFW Post 6538 and its Auxiliary will hold a candlelight POW/MIA Recognition Ceremony beginning at 6:15 p.m....

1+ week, 18+ hour ago   (295+ words) FITCHBURG — The Friends of Fitchburg Cemeteries will hold several unique community events to continue the celebration of the 250th anniversary of the Revolution, a cemetery walking tour and painting session on Sept. 13, and then a concert on Sept. 20. Both events are…...

1+ week, 18+ hour ago   (207+ words) FITCHBURG — The Rotary Club of Fitchburg and the Fitchburg East Rotary Club invite Fitchburg veterans to join them for a special Veterans Appreciation Dinner & September 11th Remembrance on Friday, Sept. 11, at the Fitchburg Senior Center. This event is being held to…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago   (350+ words) ASHBY — That mysterious object tucked away in an attic, basement or closet may be more than just a forgotten family keepsake. It could have a story — and perhaps even some value. The Ashby Free Public Library will give local residents…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago   (261+ words) LEOMINSTER — Members of the Fall Brook Elementary School Kindness Club drew colorful chalk creations on the sidewalks to welcome students back for the first day of school. Hearts, stars, rainbows and suns and were featured in the artwork along with…...