By Lenny Strauss Hometown Weekly Correspondent
As summer approaches, so too does the FIFA World Cup, the highest echelon of international men’s soccer tournaments, contested by national team members of the FIFA soccer association. The tournament is set to take place from June 11th to July 19th, 2026, and is the 23rd event of its...
One of the literary world’s most successful psychological thriller authors has stepped out of the shadows, revealing her true identity as a local physician specializing in brain disorders.
Sara Cohen, a doctor living and working in the Boston area, confirmed this week that she is the woman behind the global bestseller The...
By Bill Gilman Hometown Weekly Editor
LOWELL – It’s a dynasty.
Medfield High made history Friday night, becoming the first Division 2 girls basketball team to win three consecutive state championships with a 72-38 romp over St. Mary’s of Lynn, at the Tsongas Center.
Sophomore Abby Broderick poured in a game high 25 points and...
By Hometown Weekly Staff
A Christmas Eve visit from a Barstool Sports pizza review team has sparked a major business surge for Gianni’s Pizza in Needham Heights, according to a report by CBS Boston. Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy rated Gianni’s a 7.7 in his widely followed pizza review series, calling it a “very...
The Middlesex Sheriff’s Office (MSO) is providing official public notice of the results of an investigation into a breach of security that occurred in January 2025.
Over the past year, the MSO has worked closely with state and federal law enforcement partners including the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Massachusetts State Police,...
Dover, Sherborn, Natick, Medfield, Wellesley, Needham, and Surrounding Towns – Get ready to let your imagination soar! Open Fields Theater proudly presents its spectacular production of the whimsical family musical, “Seussical,” featuring the exceptional talents of young performers from our local community. The show is set to captivate audiences at the Dover-Sherborn High School...
By Julia Beauregard Hometown Weekly Editor
The most wonderful time of the year is here, and our local communities are ready to celebrate! From tree lightings and holiday markets to festive workshops and visits with Santa, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Mark your calendars for these can’t-miss events in our Hometown Weekly towns.
Medfield: Kick...
Hometown Weekly cartoonist Tim Jones will be attending this year’s Rhode Island ComicCon, representing the National Cartoonist Society (NCS). The local cartoonist and Massachusetts native is best known for his self-syndicated comic strip; “SOUR GRAPES.” A whimsical comic strip about “Aesop”, a miserable-flying dog, living in a strange, problematic and troubled world with his...
By Riley Fontana
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Massachusetts voters have approved a measure to eliminate the MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) as a requirement for high school graduation. The decision, passed with 59% of the vote, has left parents, students, and educators questioning how the change will impact...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
During this year’s Presidential Election, Massachusetts voters had the opportunity to decide on one high-profile ballot measure, which would raise the state’s minimum wage for tipped workers until it meets the state minimum wage in 2029 and still permit tipping in...
By Julia Beauregard
Hometown Weekly Editor
As the holiday season unfolds, a sense of magic and joy permeates the air. December brings about feelings of merriment and delight, as well as a strong desire to revel in the spirit of the holidays. There is no better way...
