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Annual Walpole Day is extraordinary success
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by Katrina Margolis
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The town of Walpole has an immense amount of camaraderie and community spirit. The sheer number of people walking around wearing Walpole Raiders apparel on any given day demonstrates the unique sense of support and neighborliness in the town.
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Scouts clean Turner Pond
On Sunday, April 23, as part of Earth Day, a group of Boy Scouts from Troop 44 met at Turner Pond to clean up the beach, the lodge area and surrounding conservation land. Over a three hour period, the scouts collected several large bags of trash and two large bags of recyclables while clearing much...
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Walpole set for Memorial Day
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Memorial Day will be held on May 29 and starts at noon near the flag pole at the Common. The program lasts about 30-40 minutes.
Members of the Veterans Committee and Walpole’s local Representatives will speak. WWII Veterans Bob Moody and Henry Scanzio will...
Beatles tribute band to play Walpole
Beatles For Sale - the Tribute, is returning to the Francis William Bird Park in East Walpole on Saturday, June 10, at 4 p.m. The community is invited to bring lawn chairs and blankets for an afternoon of Beatles hits.
Francis William Bird Park is located along Washington St., Polley Ln., Rhodes Ave., and Wolcott Ave....
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Tatu Mianzi set to thrill Historical Society
The Dover Historical Society’s annual Garden Party will be held on Sunday, June 4. This year, it will feature a concert by Dover’s own family string trio, Tatu Mianzi. Mother Susan Reed, and her two teenage daughters, Allie and Kate, will perform in the Fisher Barn from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
“Tatu Mianzi” is Swahili...
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New England’s most famous feuds explored
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By Katrina Margolis
Hometown Weekly Reporter
New Englanders are famous for a variety of things, including but not limited to our clam chowder, our driving, our fervent and arduous love for all of our sports teams, and now, our long-standing ability to hold a grudge. Ted Reinstein, a journalist and reporter for Chronicle, wrote his...
Playing for charities for thirty years
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In 1987, Joe Gillen and Don MacIntyre, active members of the Needham Exchange Club, had an idea to partner their love of golf with the charitable focus of the Club. They decided to start a golf tournament, with proceeds to benefit local non-profits. Thirty years later, and the tournament is still going strong,...
Medfield Library explores 3D printing
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By Katrina Margolis
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Technology is evolving around us at an unprecedented pace. While this innovation can be a good thing, the price of these ever-innovative technologies can be a prohibiting factor to their use.
One of the newer technologies in the world is the concept of 3D printing. Fortunately, the Medfield Public...
Hospital Planning Committee holding public meeting
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The Medfield State Hospital Master Planning Committee (MSHMPC) is pleased to announce a Public Meeting and Workshop at the Blake Middle School Gymnasium on Wednesday, May 24 from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
As part of the ongoing master planning process the MSHMP Committee has narrowed down the alternative scenarios and seeks public...
Music with Sarah a library favorite
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By Katrina Margolis
Hometown Weekly Reporter
One of the benefits of living in a town like Needham is having access to the Needham Public Library and all of the wonderful program it offers. One of the best programs for children is Music with Sarah, a music enrichment program funded by the Friends of the Needham...
Medfield plays ball
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By Katrina Margolis
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Medfield Little League is more than a sports league, it’s a town institution. Committed to providing a safe, competitive environment, promoting the enjoyment, appreciation, and understanding of baseball and softball, Medfield Youth Baseball and Softball has been an integral part of the lives of hundreds of children in town....
Dover Library hosts DIY Hour
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By Katrina Margolis
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The end of the school year is in sight, which means not only is the summer rapidly approaching, but the pressures of school are coming to a climax before vacation is upon us.
The Dover Library is always there to support children in the area. One of the ways...
COA celebrates St. Patrick’s in May
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By Katrina Margolis
Hometown Weekly Reporter
St. Patrick’s day is the biggest holiday in the month of March. Green shamrocks and “kiss me I’m Irish” t-shirts are ubiquitous. For those who enjoy Celtic culture, there is an abundance of musical and artistic performances. One of these performers is Davis Bates, a storyteller and singer. Bates...
Farm hosts seniors for French cooking
By Katrina Margolis
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Westwood Council on Aging (COA) provides more events for their members than many of them know what to do with. Not only do they offer exercise classes, painting courses, and weekend excursions, but they have recently begun to partner with Powisset Farm to offer cooking classes, as well. The first...
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Patriots lend star power to Boosters
By Richard McDonough
Hometown Weekly Correspondent
The Westwood High School Boosters put on their now-annual celebrity basketball game last Wednesday in an effort to generate community engagement and funding. The Boosters and Westwood High hosted members of the world champion New England Patriots for a night of fun and friendly competition.
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Westwood Daisy Troop 62375 cleans pond
On Saturday, April 22, for Earth Day, Westwood Daisy Troop 62375 had a event to clean up the area around Buckmaster Pond. The Girl Scouts couldn’t believe how much trash was dumped into the pond and park; it was a great and rewarding day for the...
Mahoney wins Shining Star Award
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Celeste Mahoney has been named the winner of the Foundation for Westwood Education’s first annual Shining Star Award. Ms. Mahoney, nurse at the Martha Jones School, was chosen as 2017’s Shining Star for her outstanding physical and emotional care of children.
Nominators recounted Ms. Mahoney’s prowess and kindness in everything from treating minor...
Jimmy Fund yard sale on tap
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The Road Runner Russells will kick off their annual fundraising drive to support the Jimmy Fund and the Dana Farber Cancer Institute with their yearly yard sale. The sale will take place on Saturday, May 13, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., on 159 Pine Lane in Westwood. All proceeds from the...
WHS ‘Avenue Q’ is comedy with a purpose
By Lisa Moore
Hometown Weekly Correspondent
The Wellesley High School Drama Society spring musical, “Avenue Q,” was a unique choice for a high school production. Coming with a parental warning for adult content and language, the show was intended for mature audiences. Using satire to address serious community issues and anxieties associated with entering adulthood, “Avenue Q”...
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