By Ethan Lu
Hometown Weekly Correspondent
The rising seniors of Westwood High School found themselves bracketed by two major milestones. The first of August kicked off college admissions for Fall 2024 with the rollover of Common App, the digital one-stop shop for college applications. The thirtieth signaled...
By Susan McNeil
Community Contributor
The Walpole High School (WHS) Varsity Volleyball team has embarked on a spectacular start to the season, clinching four consecutive victories that have ignited excitement among both fans and players, raising hopes for an exceptional season.
The team's successful...
By Avonlea Cummings
Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter
Braids were tightly woven, and hair ties secured ponytails, crafting perfect game day hairstyles ready to face formidable competition, one that would persist throughout an entire match. Thursday evening marked the occasion when the Medfield girls’ soccer team would host...
By Max Clifford
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Westwood High School football team celebrated Westwood Day 2023 in style on Friday night, picking up a dominant 35-14 victory over visiting Quincy before welcoming fans onto the field for postgame fireworks.
After suffering from a slow...
By Max Clifford
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The scoring came early and often in Walpole High School Football’s home opener on Friday night. The Timberwolves picked up their first victory of the season, defeating Wellesley 30-14 behind four first half touchdown passes by Noah McKenzie.
By Jeff Kiesling
Community Contributor
Dover Sherborn’s Varsity Football Raiders picked up their first win of the season last Thursday night at Sharon High School by defeating the host Eagles by the final score of 7-0. The Raiders had suffered two tough losses against non-conference opponents to...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Despite the abrupt temperature drop, music enthusiasts packed the Rocky Woods pavilion to enjoy a performance by singer/songwriter Peter Mulvey on the evening of Friday, September 15th. This event was sponsored by the Trustees and is a recurring part of his...
By Julia Beauregard
Hometown Weekly Editor
This September, the Needham Free Public Library (NFPL) featured the work of the youngest artist that has ever been displayed in their adult space. Maxim Tulebaev is an eleven year old aspiring artist from Needham. His parents noted that, “Maxim's passion...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Sponsored by Dover’s Council on Aging (COA), the Dover Town Library (DTL) welcomed Deborah H. Stein, PhD, to discuss American Artists and the Landscape. This two part program started at the beginning of the seventeenth century in Europe and will eventually...
by Audrey Anderson
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Even though rain was forecast for most of the day, a steady stream of people attended a festive Westwood Day on Saturday September, 23rd. Visitors enjoyed most of the day in a light drizzle, before heavy rain began to fall toward...
By Julia Beauregard
Hometown Weekly Editor
On Saturday, September 23rd, The Needham Great Hall Concert Series returned for its tenth season. The first concert of the series featured Ann Hampton Callaway and Billy Stritch. The night kicked off with a stunning two song performance by the Needham...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Residents of Medfield and more braved the rainy weather this past Saturday, September 23rd, for the 43rd annual Discover Medfield Day. Run by Medfield Employers & Merchants Organizations (MEMO), this year included over 140 booths that highlighted an array of Medfield...
Avonlea Cummings
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Sherborn has many beautiful qualities of town whether it’s to take a stroll along town, stop in at the library, or even hang out during the day by the water. Farm Pond in Sherborn is the perfect place to sit down and...
By Elizabeth Connolly
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Thousands of people made their way to the town common on the night of Friday, September 15th to celebrate Walpole’s annual Main Street Live event. Awaiting them was an assortment of food trucks lining Front Street, a huge stage set up...
Avonlea Cummings
Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter
A gleam illuminated the court floor, balls perfectly aligned, and a net towering high, splitting the court into two sides - the stage was set. As the clock struck six o'clock, it was time for the varsity girls' volleyball team to...
By Julia Beauregard
Hometown Weekly Editor
The back-to-school season brings a host of emotions, adjustments, and preparations for both parents and their children. This annual transition requires a comprehensive approach, addressing not only academic aspects but also prioritizing the mental and emotional well-being of the students. Questions...
By Avonlea Cummings
Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter
Energetic cheers filled the Babson College Morse Swimming Pool on Tuesday, September 12, as the Needham Swim and Dive team hosted the Walpole Timberwolves for their inaugural swim meet of the 2023-2024 season. Comprising seven freshmen, five sophomores, two juniors,...
By Julia Beauregard
Hometown Weekly Editor
Earlier this month, families from various locales gathered at Adams Farm for a complimentary afternoon of entertainment. The event was graciously sponsored by the Friends of Adams Farm and generously funded by the Walpole Co-operative Bank. It featured a three-hour concert...
By Max Clifford
Hometown Weekly Reporter
A second-half stalemate in Bellingham on Thursday night initially hinted at an impending overtime battle. However, a fortuitous missed extra point on the potential game-tying touchdown resulted in the Westwood High School football team securing a razor-thin 17-16 victory.
By Curran Coakley
Community Contributor
After shutting out Medway on the road, the Warriors entered their home opener against Dedham on a high note. However, the unpredictability of football and the whims of the football gods became evident.
The Warriors now find themselves back...
