Who called the historic Peak House home, and what unique stories did they leave behind? Local history enthusiasts can find out again this weekend.
The Peak House Heritage Center launched a new interactive summer series in June. The program runs on the second Saturday of each month through September. Visitors of all...
By Isabell Macrina Hometown Weekly Staff
Bellforge’s Summer Sounds concert series kicked off last week under the sun and thankfully shade of the trees with three special performances. Families were invited to bring chairs, picnic blankets, and dinner to have a night outside and enjoy the music.
The Dover Housing Task Force (DHTF), together with consultants from Barrett Planning Group and Dodson & Flinker, hosted the second of three community forums for the town's Housing Roadmap project on Saturday, May 30, 2026.
Held at the Caryl Community Center, the forum drew approximately 35 residents for an interactive discussion about Dover's future...
A Middlesex Superior Court jury has awarded former Sherborn Police Chief Richard Thompson $1.2 million after determining that former Town Administrator David Williams intentionally and maliciously interfered with Thompson's employment contract, leading to his termination. Thompson served as Sherborn's police chief from 2009 until his termination in 2020.
The verdict stems from Thompson's 2020...
Xaverian Brothers High School is proud to announce that Ms. Catherine Sciortino (Newton), science teacher and AI Coordinator, has been selected as a recipient of the 2026 ISTE+ASCD 20 to Watch Award.
This award recognizes 20 innovative early-career educators who are making an impact through transformative teaching and meaningful technology integration. Selected from a...
The Westwood Public Library welcomed young readers and hockey fans on June 29 for the Boston Bruins Summer Reading Kickoff, a statewide initiative that encourages children and teens to keep reading throughout the summer.
Held in partnership with the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners and the Massachusetts...
By Julie Marrinucci Hometown Weekly Correspondent
After nearly six decades behind the wheel, on June 18th, school bus driver Judy Brown drove her “kids” to and from school for the very last time. Following 58 years of service to Westwood, she’s ready to do more of what she truly loves - sewing, reading, and activities...
In partnership with the Westwood Public Library’s 21st Century Fund and the Westwood Cultural Council, the Town of Westwood is pleased to announce that Liyann Alrayashi has been selected as the 2026-2027 Youth Poet Laureate.
This September, Liyann will be entering her sophomore year at Westwood High School. She...
By Meghan Foley Hometown Weekly Staff
On June 29th, Needham High School recognized alumnus John Hasenfus, who had celebrated his 100th birthday a week earlier. Mr. Hasenfus was unable to attend his original high school graduation back in 1944 because he enlisted to fight in World War...
By Isabell Macrina Hometown Weekly Staff
In celebration of America’s 250th Birthday, the Needham Exchange Club held their annual 4th of July celebration at Memorial Field the night before. People flocked there early with blankets and chairs to claim spots for the best view of the fireworks, but there were many other things to keep...
The Needham Garden Club (NGC) has awarded its 2026 scholarship to Katie Burns, recognizing her academic achievement, commitment to environmental stewardship and enthusiasm for learning.
According to the Garden Club, Burns stood out among a strong field of applicants for her genuine passion for education. In her scholarship application, she explained that throughout high...
Claudia Rose Newman, Dover resident and daughter of Trudy Newman and Paul Newman, graduated from Cotting School in Lexington on June 6 as a member of the 132nd graduating class. Claudia received The Mary M. Perry Citizenship Award, which recognizes a graduate who has shown outstanding service and dedication to the Cotting School...
By Isabell Macrina Hometown Weekly Staff
The Sherborn Library brought back their annual summer concert series, turning the lawn behind the library into a venue of music and splendor on Wednesday evenings. To kick it off, the library welcomed a band with fans throughout the Metrowest area and is celebrated for their big sound and...
This summer The Gorse Mill Gallery in Needham is presenting an exhibit of puppets and puppet theater by local artist John Lechner. The exhibit will include hand puppets, marionettes, shadow puppets, rod puppets, and crankies created by the artist over the last thirty years. The exhibit will run July 6th – August 23rd, and...
By Meghan Foley Hometown Weekly Staff
Over the weekend, Wellesley Amateur Radio Society (WARS) gathered in Needham’s Memorial Park Gazebo to participate in the American Radio Relay League’s Field Day. Dan Brown of WARS’ Board of Directors explained the purpose of Field Day: “This exercise is an effort to provide emergency radio communications for potential...
As the 2025-26 school year comes to a close, Medfield Music Association (MMA) Co-Presidents Sue Ten Hagen and Meg Cabezud would like to thank all the generous donors, patrons, corporate sponsors and community volunteers for their incredible support of the Medfield Music Program. One third of MMA’s annual income comes from the generosity of...
By Isabell Macrina Hometown Weekly Staff
Ever wonder how a novel gets published? What turns that idea in someone’s head into a book you can pick off the shelf? Author Violet Lumani and Entangled editor Rebecca Heyman took to Westwood Public Library to discuss the process and Lumani’s new book, “Not Good Neighbors” with the...
By Meghan Foley Hometown Weekly Staff
On Saturday, Be Inclusive put on their third annual pride event at Stone Field one day ahead of the 57th anniversary of Stonewall, an historic event that set in motion the first pride parade.
Attendees of Saturday’s event played lawn games,...
This past weekend, Troop 44 traveled to Forks, Maine, for an exciting whitewater rafting trip! Nineteen Scouts spent two nights in cabins along the Kennebec River, where we tackled Class 3 and 4 rapids. One of the highlights of the trip was the opportunity for Scouts...
The Walpole Warriors Boys 7th/8th Grade soccer team delivered an impressive postseason performance capturing the BAYS Division 2 Championship with a dominant playoff run.
The Warriors showcased both skill and determination throughout the tournament, defeating three strong opponents on their path to the title:
• Mansfield, 1-0 • Newton, 7-2 • Westborough, 4-1 in the championship match
The...
