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Walpole students donate to C2C

Walpole students donate to C2C

As the 2018/19 school year ramps up, the call for clothing and school supplies goes out to the community to connect with children in need. Walpole residents Emma Webb and Jamie Savage helped by running a donation drive in both Walpole and Wellesley school systems at the end of last term. They collected coats, shirts,...

Reissfelder, Wolverines hold off Seibel, Warriors

Reissfelder, Wolverines hold off Seibel, Warriors

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By Michael Flanagan Hometown Weekly Sports Editor Two field hockey teams with high aspirations met at Fisher Field on Thursday afternoon as the Medfield Warriors hosted the Westwood Wolverines. After a late Medfield rally, Westwood was able to hang on for a thrilling 3-2 victory to improve to 3-1-1, while Medfield dropped to 1-3-1. Colleen...

Youth lax holding Westwood Day shot contest

Westwood Youth Lacrosse is set to hold a Hot Shot contest at this year’s Westwood Day, September 29, from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. All are welcomed to enter to compete. Westwood Youth Lacrosse will have radar guns on hand to capture the speeds of contestants’ shots. The top three fastest shots in each grade K-8...

Seidl, Seb’s football roll in opener

Seidl, Seb’s football roll in opener

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By Mike Flanagan Hometown Weekly Sports Editor St. Sebastian’s started its season with a convincing 21-0 victory at Milton Academy on Saturday, headlined by an impressive showing by senior quarterback and Wellesley resident Billy Seidl (11 of 23, 155 yards, one touchdown, seven carries, 64 yards, one touchdown). “Really happy with the defense,” said head coach...

WPSAS announces Fall Social

The Wellesley Parents Supporting Art Students (WPSAS) have announced their Fall Social on Tuesday, October 9, from 6-8 p.m. at the Page/Waterman new gallery, 592A Washington St., Wellesley. WPSAS is a parent volunteer organization dedicated to supporting students who are interested in participating in the fine arts and visual arts in the Wellesley Public Schools,...

Author Sullivan addresses Westwood Library

Author Sullivan addresses Westwood Library

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By Caitie Van Dore Hometown Weekly Correspondent A lively atmosphere greeted attendees last Tuesday night at the Westwood Public Library for a Q&A session with author J. Courtney Sullivan. A Milton native, Sullivan is a bestselling author of such books as “Maine” and “Commencement.” In this event, Sullivan sat down to answer questions about her...

Wolverine girls soccer drops heartbreaker

Wolverine girls soccer drops heartbreaker

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By Michael Flanagan Hometown Weekly Sports Editor It was a tough outcome for the Westwood High School varsity girls soccer team on the pitch on Friday evening at Flahive Field as the Wolverines (1-2-0) fell, 3-0, to perennial TVL power and rival Norton. The Lancers struck first with 26:44 to play with a goal off...

Westwood flocks to Greek Fest

Westwood flocks to Greek Fest

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By Robby McKittrick Hometown Weekly Reporter St. Mark of Ephesus Orthodox Cathedral recently hosted its fourth annual Greek Fest for the town of Westwood. The event took place all day on Saturday, September 15, and Sunday, September 16. Crowds of families, couples, and friends came to the festival to experience an authentic Greek meal, music, desserts,...

UU Wellesley welcomes new Senior Minister

UU Wellesley welcomes new Senior Minister

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The Unitarian Universalist Society of Wellesley Hills (UU Wellesley) has welcomed Rev. Dr. Kelly Murphy Mason as its new settled Senior Minister. Rev. Kelly comes to Wellesley from New York City, where she served as the Community Minister with the First Unitarian Congregational Society in Brooklyn and acted as Managing Director for the...

Jarvis, Rebels outlast Maiona, Raiders

Jarvis, Rebels outlast Maiona, Raiders

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By Michael Flanagan Hometown Weekly Sports Editor It was an instant classic on the gridiron on Saturday afternoon as the Walpole High School football team held off a furious rally by the Wellesley Raiders (1-1) to earn a 42-35 victory in the Rebels’ (2-0) home-opener. Running back Chris Reilly capped off an 11-play game-opening drive...

Wellesley remembers on 9/11

Wellesley remembers on 9/11

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By Lisa Moore Hometown Weekly Correspondent September 11, 2018 marked the 17th anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attacks on US soil. Around the country, memorial services were held to honor the 2,977 individuals who died that day, and the more than 6,000 injured. The ceremonies also remembered the brave first responders who sacrificed their...

Rev. Phil Michaels named pastor

Rev. Phil Michaels named pastor

Rev. Phil Michaels of Portland, Indiana, has been named pastor of South Walpole United Methodist Church. A native of Howell Michigan, Rev. Michaels is a co-founder of Via Illuminate, a non-profit ministry focused on “The way of the least of these” in Peru, Indiana, and was the pastor of Illuminate Peru Church of the Nazarene,...

Griffin, Huskies look to take next step

Griffin, Huskies look to take next step

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By Michael Flanagan Hometown Weekly Sports Editor The 2017-2018 season was filled with incredible success for the Northeastern men’s ice hockey program, as the team won the Beanpot for the first time in 30 years and returning to the NCAA Tournament. NU fell to eventual Northeast Regional champ Michigan in the opening round of the...

Teddy Roosevelt visits Walpole Library

Teddy Roosevelt visits Walpole Library

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By Daniel Curtin Hometown Weekly Contributor Walpole residents were having a bully good time as they met the 26th President of the United States, Teddy Roosevelt, at the Walpole Library last Wednesday night. “Hail to the Chief” played and the audience stood up to greet Teddy Roosevelt, portrayed by actor Ted Zalewski, as he shook hands...

Digital Bridges at Wellesley Community Center

Digital Bridges at Wellesley Community Center

By Rama K. Ramaswamy The Wellesley Community Center (WCC) is, as they say, the "place where Wellesley meets" - and, in this case, also bridges digital divisions. Wellesley High School senior Luis Hoderlein is rolling out "Digital Bridges,” a course that runs for five weeks on Friday afternoons at the WCC, starting on September 14 and...

Wellesley camps out

Wellesley camps out

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By Daniel Curtin Hometown Weekly Contributor Tents with lanterns glowing brightly spread across Kelly Field behind Bates Elementary School as families came out for an evening in the great outdoors last Saturday night. Children helped their parents set up the tents at the second annual family campout, hosted by the Wellesley Recreation Department and the...

Annual dinner to honor Fr. Connelly

Annual dinner to honor Fr. Connelly

The Elizabeth Seton Residence of Wellesley Hills will be honoring Father John J. Connelly of St. John the Evangelist parish in Wellesley Hills at their Annual Meet the Need Dinner on Thursday, October 11, at the Wellesley Country Club. Fr. Connelly, a long-time supporter of the Elizabeth Seton Residence was born and raised at St....

Swim team fundraises for women’s health

Swim team fundraises for women’s health

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By Rama K. Ramaswamy The Wellesley High School girls swim and dive team participated in the 31st Provincetown Swim For Life Paddler and Flotilla event on September 8. The event is a Provincetown tradition, during which thousands of swimmers brave not only their fears, but the natural harbor’s unpredictable currents, chilly waters, and strong...

Youth Lacrosse registering for spring season

Youth Lacrosse registering for spring season

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Registration for the Westwood Youth Lacrosse spring 2019 season opens on September 15. Westwood Youth Lacrosse is open to new and experienced male players who are in grades 1-8. To register, visit www.WestwoodYouthLacrosse.com and look for the "Register Now" button. Sign up by December 1 to avoid the $100 late fee and...

Westwood returns to school

Westwood returns to school

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By Daniel Curtin Hometown Weekly Contributor From students getting ready for their first day of sixth grade at the Thurston Middle School to seniors preparing for their last first day in the Westwood school system at the high school, Nahatan Street bustled with first-day nerves and excitement last Tuesday. The clanging of lockers filled hallways as...

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