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Library hosts outdoor ‘Fresh Air Friday’
November 25, 2020Miss Kristy and Lizzy McGovern read 'The Little Red Hen' before singing the peanut butter and jelly song. By James KinneenHometown Weekly Reporter One of the things people have discovered during the eight months of COVID-19-related lockdowns is that certain groups transition well to working,... more...
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Westwood Artists host outdoor market
November 16, 2020By Amelia TaralloHometown Weekly Staff This year, there have been countless cancellations of seasonal events around the country. Among them are the numerous craft and artist fairs that can no longer take place due to COVID-19 and gathering restrictions. A few organizations, though, have figured... more...
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Poet Lynne Viti reads to Westwood
November 2, 2020By Amelia TaralloHometown Weekly Staff In the time of COVID-19 and Zoom, the Westwood Public Library has become known for its virtual author visits. Patrons happily log on to Zoom for each visit, excited to hear what each author has to say, and to have... more...
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BOH provides guidelines for safe Halloween
October 29, 2020On October 28, Westwood residents received a call from the town's health director with some guidelines for an enjoyable and safe Halloween. As in the case of other nearby communities. the Westwood BOH is following along with CDC recommendations. Residents are advised to take part... more...
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Westwood sports news and notes
October 27, 2020By Mike FlanaganHometown Weekly Sports Editor Fall I athletics continued on this past week at Westwood High with all six of the Wolverines' varsity teams in action. Boys soccer earned a weekend sweep of Millis, winning 3-1 on Saturday and 2-0 on Sunday. The wins... more...
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New elementary school forum held virtually
October 26, 2020Westwood town residents tuned in Wednesday night via Zoom for an update on the town’s plans to build a new elementary school, which is expected to house 560 students at peak enrollment. The new school will replace and combine the aging Hanlon and Deerfield schools... more...
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Westwood Library launches limited browsing
October 26, 2020By Amelia TaralloHometown Weekly Staff It’s safety first when it comes to library browsing these days. Currently, browsing at the Westwood Public Library is by appointment only. Those who wish to browse are asked to wear a mask during the entirety of their visit for... more...
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Westwood battles against invasive plants
October 20, 2020By James KinneenHometown Weekly Reporter While everyone in the country is terrified that the Asian Giant Hornet, sometimes referred to as the “murder hornet,” is coming to a backyard near them, Westwood is dealing with its own invasive species originally hailing from the Far East.... more...