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Monthly Archives: October 2023

Sensational senior night for volleyball

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter

Engaging in sports can become a significant part of one's life, demanding numerous hours dedicated to practice, tryouts, off-season training, games, and more. Being a part of a sports team is both an honor and a challenge, offering substantial rewards....

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Rockets Volleyball soar to victory 

By Max Clifford

Hometown Weekly Reporter

It was not without a touch of drama, but the Needham High School Varsity Girls’ Volleyball team took care of business in Framingham on Thursday. The Rockets battled the Flyers to a sweep in straight sets, their ninth sweep and 12th...

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Wolverines show resilience in TVL clash

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter

Taking the field with a four-game winning streak, the Westwood Wolverines embarked on a journey to the home turf of the Medfield Warriors on Tuesday, October 17, for their second opportunity to compete in the TVL match this season. The...

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Westwood Masons hold an open house

By Joseph Maddalena 

Hometown Weekly Correspondent 

The Grand Lodge of Massachusetts recently held its annual open house initiative, where every lodge in the state of Massachusetts hosted an open house on the same day. The primary goal of this event was to cultivate stronger relationships with their...

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SPL offers valuable network for job seekers

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Are you over the age of fifty and looking for a job? Maybe you are on the hunt for a new career path? Well through the Sherborn Public Library, the 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group is here to help!

Fallscaping at The Center

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Garden enthusiasts were in for a treat this on Wednesday, October 11th, as the Medfield Garden Club hosted a “Fallscaping” presentation at The Center at Medfield. This presentation was shown by “Fabulous Fall Gardens” author and principal of Enchanted Gardens, Jana...

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Cooking with Jessica at the CATH

By Paula Roberts

Hometown Weekly Reporter

On October 17,  2023, a lucky group of chefs, who registered before the class, were treated to a wonderful lesson on cooking Butternut Squash Soup by Jessica Weiss at the Center at the Heights (CATH). Chefs gathered in kitchen at the...

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Raiders find victory at home

By Max Clifford

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Tuesday night was senior night at Dover-Sherborn High School as the varsity boys’ soccer team took the field for their final scheduled home game of the 2023 season. Facing the team they had played to open the season, the Raiders outdid...

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October finale at Adams Farm

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Despite the on and off rain, along with the chilly wind, crowds gathered at Adams Farm to delight in some amazing music for the afternoon. Earlier this month, the Friends of the Adams Farm, in collaboration with Walpole Co-Operative Bank, hosted...

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Horrigan presents the History of UFOs 

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

For the first time since before Covid, the Westwood Historical Society (WHS) hosted a thrilling event just in time for the Halloween season. On Tuesday, October 10th, Historian/Pro-Sports Announcer, John Horrigan, presented on the History of UFOs from the 1880s through...

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All about Needham News at the CATH

By Audrey Anderson

Hometown Weekly Reporter

On October 16, the League of Women Voters® of Needham held their Fall Forum 2023 titled "Learn All About It: Sources of Needham News" at the Center at the Heights (CATH). Four representatives from local news organizations in Needham presented their...

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Great pumpkin party at the Pfaff

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

It was all things pumpkin at the Pfaff Community Center in Medfield this past Wednesday, October 18th. Little ones filed in to participate in an array of different activities, all relating to the very popular children’s Halloween movie, “It’s The Great...

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Haunted Experiences at the DTL

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Sponsored by the Framingham Public Library, the Dover Town Library (DTL) shared a spooky online event this past Saturday, October 21st, titled “Haunted Experiences with Jeff DePaoli: Delusion.” This is part three of a four part series that is happening throughout...

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WFD open house brings community together 

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

In honor of Fire Prevention Week, the Walpole Fire Department (WFD) opened their doors for an open house on Saturday, October 14th. Family and friends were welcomed to check out the facility and even enjoy some light refreshments too! 

Warriors Girls’ Soccer season of success

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter

Fueled by their eight-game winning streak, the Medfield Warriors welcomed the Westwood Wolverines on Tuesday, October 17, for their second TVL matchup of the year. Stepping onto the field, the Warriors convincingly defeated the Wolverines with a 4-0 shutout, adding...

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Sahar returns to NFPL to discuss new book

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Sponsored by the Ashland Public Library, the Needham Free Public Library (NFPL) shared an online Q&A event with author Gail Sahar. This is Sahar’s second appearance through the NFPL as she discussed different aspects of her most recent book, “Blame and...

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Rockets run away with another win

By Max Clifford

Hometown Weekly Reporter

A week removed from struggling to put points on the board against Milton, the Needham High School football team put on an offensive clinic on Friday night. The Rockets ran away with the game, defeating visiting Braintree 42-21.

Raiders squash the Mohawks

By Jeff Kiesling 

Community Contributor 

The DSHS Varsity Football Team won on the road against Tri-Valley League rival Millis on the road last Friday night to even their season record at 3-3 and keep their playoff hopes alive.  The Raiders led by two scores at the half...

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Porkers polish off Westwood

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter

The sky was shrouded in darkness as the lights illuminated the Walpole turf stage for an exciting evening match between the Walpole Porkers and the Westwood field hockey team. It was an ideal setting to witness both teams showcase their...

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Field Hockey silenced against Raiders

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter

You have 60 minutes to give your all, pushing harder with each step, whether it's evading a defender or outmaneuvering an opponent with a well-timed block tackle. In field hockey, success hinges on the effort you pour into those crucial...

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