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Casual creativity for Adults

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Reporter

When days get long, and work continues to get busier and busier, or even if you just need a break from the fast-paced culture, hobbies can be the perfect escape. The Medfield Public Library has created the perfect group for artists...

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Sunday funday at Needham Farmers Market

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Greene’s field was a buzz last sunny Sunday afternoon at the Needham Farmer’s Market. With lots of goodies to share from various different colorful stands. There were kids playing around in the field, couples enjoying the atmosphere as a local member...

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Sherborn dances the evening away

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Music always brings a crowd together, everyone comes from different backgrounds with many unique stories to share, the chances of their world’s colliding are slim but in the heat of summer the instrumental sounds fill the air and lure in crowds...

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Bates tells campfire stories

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Reporter 

Campfire stories are unlike any other; they are stories that are passed down from generation to generation, it’s something that as a kid you listen and understand to then share with friends and family of your own. 

Throughout...

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Jenna Evans Welch discusses new novel

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Reporter

They say a picture is worth a thousand words, but words transport you into a whole different reality. Words create brush strokes of vibrant colors enriched into your mind as it flows from page to page throughout a novel as a...

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Hinkley Pond adventures

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Reporter

On a sizzling summer day, the wishes of a refreshing dip in the water always sound appealing, a chance to escape from the humidity, take a swim, and have an enjoyable day of summer fun. Hinkley Pond is right around the...

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Fireflies light up WPL

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Thousands of creatures light up the night skies on dark humid summer nights, illuminating our backyards right before our eyes. Children and families of Westwood assembled at the Westwood Public Library (WPL) last Tuesday afternoon to learn about the magnificent insects...

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Walpole Farmer’s Market extravaganza

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Reporter 

Predicted storms subsided on Saturday morning just in time for weekly vendors to gather their cherished goods to offer at the local Farmer’s Market. Located at Spring Brook Park, the Walpole Farmer’s Market is a perfect morning getaway to discover local...

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Bird Park: local paradise

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Taking a stroll through marvelous greenery, birds chirping, a light breeze in the air, and bright vibrant flowers surrounding you is a perfect nature paradise. What if I told you this nature wonder is right in town? Recently, I took a...

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Transporting to the Magnificent Faroe Islands

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Our world has many unique wonders that it offers to pique our curiosity; it holds magnificent treasures of picturesque landscapes and clear blue skies. Many have traveled to popular destinations like France, Italy, and Japan, but have you been to the...

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Medfield Post 110 Legion Baseball: season of growth

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Reporter

American Legion Baseball has been around since 1925; it’s America’s favorite pastime during the hot summer days. The Medfield Post 110 team has a fresh face this season, with many players still gaining new experiences on the field. The boys closed...

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Bike Moms take on Needham

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Reporter

In the heat of the summer, the streets of Needham are a buzz. Whether you are cycling, running, or casually driving to the Needham Center to picnic with friends, Needham is the perfect spot to enjoy a beautiful day. Throughout the...

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Greene field bench dedicated to DiCicco

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Dave DiCicco was a humble man, a person who put everyone in front of him as he led the light to shine on them. He was a person you could always go to and have a chat about the world and...

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Spring sports round up

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter

In the spring of 2023, Westwood student-athletes experienced an extraordinary season brimming with talent, triumphs, and unwavering determination to compete against the best. Every athlete acknowledges the challenges inherent in their pursuits, but above all, each season brings rewarding moments,...

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Spring sports round up

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter

In the spring of 2023, Walpole student-athletes delivered an extraordinary season brimming with talent, victories, and unwavering determination to compete against the finest competitors. Athletes comprehend the inherent challenges of their pursuits, but above all, they find reward in each...

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Spring sports round up

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter

In the spring of 2023, Needham student-athletes showcased their remarkable talent, securing wins and demonstrating unwavering determination to compete against the best. Each athlete understands the challenges inherent in their pursuits, but more importantly, recognizes the rewarding nature of each...

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Spring sports round up

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter

The 2023 Spring season proved to be a phenomenal period for Medfield student-athletes, characterized by exceptional talent, impressive wins, and unwavering determination to compete at the highest level. Athletes understand the challenges inherent in their pursuits, but they also recognize...

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Spring sports round up

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter

The 2023 spring season proved to be an astounding period for Dover-Sherborn student-athletes, characterized by remarkable talent, victories, and an unwavering determination to compete against the very best. Athletes are well aware of the challenges they face, yet the most...

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Rockets win third straight State Title 

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter

A team that will go down in history, a team that has power, and grit that knows how to find a way to win every single match. The Needham boys’ volleyball team have proven themselves time and time again of...

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Girls’ lacrosse falls to Lincoln-Sudbury

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter

Westwood girls’ lacrosse is a powerful group of girls who gave their all in their third-straight year at the division one state championship, a team that never gave up even during their last minute of competition.  The girls’ lacrosse team...

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