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Monthly Archives: April 2017

Roberts tosses gem as Rockets cruise

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By Michael Flanagan Hometown Weekly Sports Editor It truly was a battle of aces on Monday afternoon at Eldracher Field in Walpole, as Needham’s Charlie Roberts (six and a third innings, three hits, no runs) and Walpole’s Brian Gaughan (four innings, four earned runs, seven strikeouts) put on a clinic on the mound. Despite the...
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Wagner earns playoff ice, Ducks on to round two

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By Michael Flanagan Hometown Weekly Sports Editor Last time we checked in on Anaheim Ducks forward and Walpole native Chris Wagner, he had just signed a two-year contract with the team and was bouncing around from the big club in Anaheim and the franchise’s AHL affiliate, the San Diego Gulls. This past week, however, Wagner...
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Future of old Town Hall under discussion

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By Katrina Margolis Hometown Weekly Reporter There is no denying the historical significant of Walpole’s old Town Hall. As the Reuse Committee met on April 18, there was a unanimous agreement that the Town Hall is a symbol of Walpole, not only because it is in the National Register, but because it is so historical....
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Walpole Library showcases Potters Place

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By Katrina Margolis Hometown Weekly Reporter The Walpole Public Library is a wonderful space, and the librarians and those who work there do an exceptional job making it an even lovelier space by offering different art exhibits, children’s art, and in some cases, pottery. Recently featured in the Library’s display cases was work from Potters...
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Footlighters presenting ‘Lost in Yonkers’

The Walpole Footlighters are getting ready for their spring show at their Playhouse on Scout Rd. in East Walpole, where they are rehearsing “Lost in Yonkers.” This Neil Simon classic Pulitzer Prize-winning comedy-drama will be performed weekends from May 5 to May 21. This is the third production of the Walpole Footlighters 2016-2017 season, their...
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Friends of Music sponsor instrument demonstrations

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Fifth-grade students in all four Walpole elementary schools were treated to a demonstration of musical instruments that they’ll have a chance to play when they enter middle school next fall. Sponsored by Walpole Friends of Music, professional musicians from the after-school lesson program presented woodwind, brass, string and percussion instruments through a variety...
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RoboRebels on to World Championship

The Walpole RoboRebels, who ranked 13th at the District Championship and came in 18th of 195 teams overall in the region, are on to the FIRST Robotics World Championship in St. Louis. The RoboRebels also won the prestigious Industrial Design Award, showing that their robot “demonstrated sound technology development from start to finish” with their “efficiently...
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Rebels and Rockets battle on baseball diamond

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By Michael Flanagan Hometown Weekly Sports Editor It truly was a battle of aces on Monday afternoon at Eldracher Field in Walpole, as Needham’s Charlie Roberts (six and a third innings, three hits, no runs) and Walpole’s Brian Gaughan (four innings, four earned runs, seven strikeouts) put on a clinic on the mound. Despite the...
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Tax Day peace vigil in Walpole

Over 30 people gathered on the Walpole Common on Saturday, April 15, at a peace vigil calling for a reduction in military spending and a redirection of those funds to human services. Sponsored by the Walpole Peace and Justice Group, a 40-foot banner was held showing where the Federal discretionary budget is spent today based...
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Norwood Elks spread Easter cheer

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Members of the Norwood Elks Lodge #1124 spearheaded a top-secret mission on Easter Sunday, as they donated candy and spread good cheer at twelve special locations via limo. “From the Bible, my favorite passage is ‘To whom much is given, much is required,’ said event organizer Cheryl Iagatta, “so we do our part to...
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Farmers for a day in Dover

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By Katrina Margolis Hometown Weekly Reporter When April Vacation rolls around, local venues gear up to offer crafts, new experiences, and captivating activities. While Powisset Farm in Dover has always offered a variety of enticing programs, they offered something brand new this year: Farmer for a Day. Monday through Friday, kids ages seven to ten...
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Big Ryan’s Tall Tales bring big laughs

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By Katrina Margolis Hometown Weekly Reporter April Vacation can be one of the best weeks of the spring. Students have the chance to take a break, hang out outdoors, and take a good rest before getting ready for the school year’s home-stretch. However, while the sun shone spectacularly for part of this year’s vacation, there...
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Wellesley, DS girls battle in wet Raider Bowl

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By Michael Flanagan Hometown Weekly Sports Editor The Wellesley and Dover-Sherborn Regional High School varsity girls lacrosse teams met on Friday morning in a non-conference showdown on the water-soaked turf at Wellesley High, and both bands of Raiders delivered an intense and entertaining match despite the non-ideal weather. Thanks to an offensive surge in the...
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International Night coming to Chickering

On April 28th from 6:00-8:00 p.m., Chickering Elementary School will celebrate it’s annual International Night, an event that began four years ago and has become a tradition in our community. Parents, children, grandparents, friends and Dover residents are all invited to share and celebrate our cultures together. Last year, 28 countries were represented in this celebration....
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Elm Bank ribbon-cutting on May 14

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Massachusetts Horticultural Society will celebrate Mother’s Day with the grand opening of its newly-constructed and donated Hartley Botanic Victorian Lodge. The ribbon-cutting is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. on Sunday, May 14. The Gardens at Elm Bank will be open for families to enjoy, including the newly-renovated Weezie’s Garden for Children. Moms will receive...
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DSMS spring plays find new home

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The Dover Sherborn Middle School spring plays were off to a great start. Three Dover-Sherborn High School students had signed on to be the directors, three plays were chosen, auditions were held, the cast lists were established, and rehearsals had begun. However, they had one big obstacle – they had nowhere to perform. The...
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Jeffrey Raider awarded by CRS

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Charles River School alumni, parents and faculty gathered last week to present Jeffrey Raider ‘95, entrepreneur and co-founder of Warby Parker and Harry’s, with this year’s Distinguished Alumni Award. In 2010, Jeff founded Warby Parker, creating a company that offers designer eyewear at a revolutionary price, while also leading the way for socially-conscious businesses;...
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Fishing Derby coming to Medfield

The Sons of the Medfield American Legion will be holding their annual Fishing Derby on Sunday, April 30, at the Vine Lake Cemetery in Medfield. Starting time is 7 a.m., and the derby will run until noon. The event is for children 12 and under, and the entry fee is $10/child or $15/per family. Registration will take...
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Schlittler leads Rebels to 4-3 win

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By Michael Flanagan Hometown Weekly Sports Editor The Walpole High School varsity baseball team is back in action, and following an 8-1 win over Milton in their season and Bay State Conference opener on April 10, the Rebels (2-0) secured a 4-3 victory over Dedham on Wednesday night behind a clutch relief performance on the...
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