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“Space Princess Wars” Coming to Westwood High School

“Space Princess Wars” Coming to Westwood High School

Get out your light sabers. “Space Princess Wars,” a comedic play that blends “ The Princess Bride” and the “Star Wars” film franchise, is coming to the Westwood High School stage Nov. 6 at 7:30 p.m. and Nov. 8 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

“We chose this gem specifically because it is such...

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Medfield Football bests Bellingham on Senior Night

Medfield Football bests Bellingham on Senior Night

By Charlie Bean Hometown Weekly Correspondent

“That the powerful play goes on, and you may contribute a verse” (Walt Whitman, O me! O life!). The Medfield Football coaching staff emphasized this quote and its message throughout the week of practice leading up to Friday night’s affair.

In...

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Orleans to perform at the Great Hall

Orleans to perform at the Great Hall

By Lenny Strauss Hometown Weekly Reporter.

On November 1st, the timeless pop-rock band Orleans will be taking the stage at the Needham Town Hall. Formed in Woodstock NY in 1972 by musicians John Hall and Larry Hoppen, the band released timeless classic hits like Dance with Me and Still the One, which were both top...

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Schlittler pitches record breaking postseason

Schlittler pitches record breaking postseason
t was a record breaking night at Yankee Stadium when Walpole native Cam Schlittler, made his play-off debut in the American League wildcard game against the Boston RedSox on October 2nd. The 6’ 6” Yankees right-hander starter of the decisive Game 3 pulled no punches as he took the mound against the team he once...
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Schlittler pitches record breaking postseason

Schlittler pitches record breaking postseason
It was a record breaking night at Yankee Stadium when Walpole native Cam Schlittler, made his play-off debut in the American League wildcard game against the Boston RedSox on October 2nd. The 6’ 6” Yankees right-hander starter of the decisive Game 3 pulled no punches as he took the mound against the team he once...
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Medfield Football continues hot start

Medfield Football continues hot start
By Charlie Bean and Cole Render Hometown Weekly Correspondents With the Medfield High School parking lot overflowing with cars, fans showed out to create an electric buzz on Friday night. Those in attendance were immediately treated to an outstanding rendition of the National Anthem performed by Alora Nardelli followed by an equally amazing game of football. Medfield rolled...
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Youth poets take mic at City Nights

Youth poets take mic at City Nights
Photo courtesy of R. Lowney Charles Goodman, Westwood Inaugural Poet Laureate Lynne Viti 2023-2025), and City Nights host poet Jean-Dany Joachim   On Friday, September 5, City Night, a weekly event at the Little Crepe Café welcomed Westwood youth poets Elizabeth Lowney and Charles Goodman as featured readers of their original poetry. An open mic followed, with poets and musicians...
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Boys’ soccer clinches win over Norwood

Boys’ soccer clinches win over Norwood
Photo by Owen Ziegler  Senior Harry Hayes scans the field     By Owen Ziegler Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter   On Thursday, September 4th, a thrilling encounter between the Westwood Wolverines boys soccer team and the Norwood Mustangs left the fans shocked. With some last minute heroics, Westwood was able to clinch the win 2-1, improving their record to two wins...
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Rockets aim to build new legacy

Rockets aim to build new legacy
Photo by Peter Nowlan The Rockets seek to build their strength and community to have a season of success      By Peter Nowlan  Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter   Despite losing 28 seniors from the class of 2025, this year’s new-look Rockets squad aims to chart their own path to success.  The 2024-2025 season was a historic one for Needham...
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Porkers begin season with dominance

Porkers begin season with dominance
Photo by Ken Chaisson  Caroline Handwerk passes it in     By Ken Chaisson Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter  On a picture perfect New England fall day with temperatures in the mid-70s and glorious sunshine, the two-time defending Division 1 state champion Walpole Porkers field hockey team defeated the Wellesley Raiders in their season opener on Tuesday September 2, 205...
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52nd Walpole Labor Day Road Race

52nd Walpole Labor Day Road Race
Photo by Ken Chaisson One Mile Fun Run is on your marks   By Ken Chaisson  Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter   Labor Day is the unofficial beginning of autumn for New Englanders. It is the time to put the sandals and beach chairs away and break out the cleats and sneakers. For the past 52 years the Labor Day Road Race has fired the starting...
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MPL concludes Summer Reading Program

MPL concludes Summer Reading Program
Photo courtesy of Andrea McCoy 24 Summer Reading grand prizes on display in the Children's Room.   The Medfield Public Library (MPL) is thrilled to report that over 940 kids and teens participated in the Library’s annual summer reading challenge this summer. The library is hugely impressed with the number of enthusiastic young readers in Medfield and thankful...
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Warriors dominate in season opener

Warriors dominate in season opener
Photo by Chris Seitz  Brady McCormack 50 Yard Touchdown Run   By Chris Seitz Hometown Weekly Correspondent    What a difference a year makes. The Warriors kicked off their season against the Weston Wildcats, a repeat of last year's opener. This time, Medfield turned the tables, dramatically turning the tables from their 17-6 loss a year earlier. Medfield received the...
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Learning how to needle felt at DTL

Learning how to needle felt at DTL
Photo by Isabell Macrina Toth is always ready to help when patrons get stuck   By Isabell Macrina Hometown Weekly Reporter   Arts and crafts is a great way to occupy the mind and hands, and you can get something to decorate your home afterwards, but starting the process on your own can be daunting. Dover Town Library (DTL) brought in...
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Celebrating the end of summer at Sherborn Library

Celebrating the end of summer at Sherborn Library
Photo by Isabell Macrina Peasely starts the event off right with music for everyone     By Isabell Macrina Hometown Weekly Reporter   The rain chose the same day as Sherborn Library to send off summer, but the librarians didn’t let that stop the party! For their Summer Reading Finale, the original plan was for a picnic, concert, and an outdoor movie....
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Painting with Chelsea at the NFPL

Painting with Chelsea at the NFPL
Photo by Isabell Macrina  Everyone shows off their unique pieces to take home     By Isabell Macrina Hometown Weekly Reporter   The Needham Free Public Library’s community room became an artist studio through their program Painting with Chelsea. Chelsea Brown, who used to work at NFPL, led a teen program through a painting walkthrough to create a fun, nature inspired...
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Renovated tennis courts at Needham High 

Renovated tennis courts at Needham High 
Photo by Hometown Weekly Staff There is still much construction to be finished before school starts in the fall.     By Chloe Patel Hometown Weekly Correspondent   Needham High School is set to feature eight brand new courts ahead of the start of the 2025-2026 school year, much to the delight of the girls tennis program.  Already at NHS are four...
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Bare Bones Big Band comes to Walpole

Bare Bones Big Band comes to Walpole
Photos by Isabell Macrina Entire band supporting each other and bringing the 30s to today     By Isabell Macrina Hometown Weekly Reporter A summer evening is the perfect time to enjoy music out in the open, and the Walpole Commons is one of the best places to enjoy it. Recently, the Bare Bones Big Band took to the bandstand with...
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The Walpole Hotel

The Walpole Hotel
  A talk about the Walpole Hotel will be presented by Betsey Dexter Dyer on (today) Thursday, September 4, 2025 at 7pm, in the community room of the Walpole Public Library The Walpole Hotel was in existence for only 19 years (1873-1892) but what an impression it made. Nearly every week the Walpole Star printed the latest goings on: loud music,...
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WPL celebrates the Bookmobile’s first birthday

WPL celebrates the Bookmobile’s first birthday
Photo from the Westwood Public Library   The Westwood Public Library’s (WPL) Bookmobile celebrated its first birthday in style with a special Touch-a-Truck event on the Library Green. Despite a steady rain, families turned out for an afternoon of exploration and celebration. The event, which ran from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM after ending early due to weather,...
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