The Walpole Cub Scouts Pack 44 recently had an event to help keep used shoes out of landfills and help support the pack at the same time. The Cub Scouts put together a flyer announcing the details. The flyers were put up in the Walpole Library, Stop and Shop and on a few town...
By Ken Chaisson Hometown Weekly Staff
On Wednesday October 7, 2026, golfers from Walpole (9-3) and Milton (9-4) high schools matched cards at the Walpole Country Club.
Both teams had already qualified for the Sectionals.
This is the best Walpole boys team that head coach Bob Travers...
By Isabell Macrina Hometown Weekly Staff
Stories of people around us changing their every day and putting good out into the word are always inspiring, but when they empower others and can inform others of the power of one person, it becomes so much more. Walpole local Tyler Forgeron was like all of us when...
The Walpole High School (WHS) football team recently visited to brighten the day of Nico, a young community member recovering from major hip surgery and currently in a double cast. Nico, an avid football fan, had a heartfelt wish for some of the team’s players to...
The 26th annual consecutive in-person USATF-certified Camy 5K Run & David 5K Walk will be held on Sat., Nov. 14, at the Walpole Italian-American Club, 109 Stone St., Walpole. The fundraising event features the competitive Camy 5K Run, fun David 5K Walk, free 50-yard Rosina Fun Run for kids 11 & under, two fabulous...
By Julia Beauregard Hometown Weekly Editor
Local news journalist Ted Reinstein brought stories of New England history to life at the Walpole Public Library on Monday, August 31, with a presentation exploring the line between fact and folklore surrounding the American Revolution.
The program, “Fact vs. Folklore: 250th,” was held in the library’s Community Room...
The Walpole Community Food Pantry is hosting a drive-through paper goods collection from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sept. 14.
That morning the pantry’s large distribution truck will be parked in the municipal lot across the street from the Walpole Police Department and the Walpole Community Center, 60 South St., Walpole. Volunteers will be...
The Gazebo Players of Medfield will present William Shakespeare’s “The Taming of the Shrew” August 1 and 2 at Music Court in Bird Park, Walpole. In case of rain, performances will move to Footlighters Playhouse, 2 Scout Road, Walpole. Both performances begin at 5 p.m.
As part of the company’s 24th annual Summer Shakespeare...
By Isabell Macrina Hometown Weekly Staff
In the open air against the red barn at Adams Farm, local musicians gathered for a good old fashioned open mic event. Organized by Rudy Barajas, the curator of music at Adams Farm, he has been working on expanding the amount of musical performances that happen on the property,...
By Samantha Drumm Hometown Weekly Staff
Before Germany’s showdown against Paraguay last week, local and international German FIFA fans gathered in Walpole and Foxborough to celebrate their team spirit.
At Boylston Schul-Verein, Walpole’s German Club, local fans gathered weekly to watch games, drink Hefeweizen, and celebrate the team's advancements in the...
by Elizabeth Connolly Hometown Weekly Staff
Walpole’s 66th annual Night Before the Fourth celebration took place on Friday, July 3rd, and the crowds were as big as ever. This year’s celebration was especially meaningful as communities across the country gathered to commemorate the 250th birthday of America.
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On Monday June 1, Walpole Girl Scout Troop 82540 had the honor of being joined by Janet Applefield. Author of Becoming Janet and Holocaust survivor, Janet’s story tells of bravery, strength, and resilience. Her message of stopping discrimination, promoting kindness and peace is inspiring to all.
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By Lenny Strauss| Hometown Weekly Staff
On July 15th, the Baker Center for Children and Families, a nationally recognized provider of children’s mental health and special education services across Massachusetts hosted its 20th Annual Golf Tournament at the Walpole Country Club. While the event had its fair share of friendly competition, its fundraising effort was...
By Meghan Foley Hometown Weekly Staff
On Saturday, Be Inclusive put on their third annual pride event at Stone Field one day ahead of the 57th anniversary of Stonewall, an historic event that set in motion the first pride parade.
Attendees of Saturday’s event played lawn games,...
This past weekend, Troop 44 traveled to Forks, Maine, for an exciting whitewater rafting trip! Nineteen Scouts spent two nights in cabins along the Kennebec River, where we tackled Class 3 and 4 rapids. One of the highlights of the trip was the opportunity for Scouts...
By Julie Marrinucci Hometown Weekly Correspondent
The Town of Walpole Memorial Day observances were held Monday, May 25th, on the Town Common to honor fallen heroes as well as those who serve today. Ian Rogers, Director of Veterans Services, opened the ceremony.
Keynote speaker Attorney Steven Brady, a 20-year career veteran as an Army JAG...
By Elizabeth Connolly Hometown Weekly Staff
On a recent warm, partly cloudy Sunday in June, the 152nd Walpole High School commencement ceremony took place on the grounds of the Common Street school. Hundreds gathered at Turco Field to celebrate the achievements of the Class of 2026.
Despite a few minor audio issues that were quickly...
If variety is the spice of life, then Friends of Adams Farm, Inc. has just stumbled upon the perfect recipe for summer fun. Music at the Barn is a carefully curated concert series with each concert having a different theme. Performers are selected based on a specific music genre or musical concept that...
By Isabell Macrina Hometown Weekly Staff
The history of veterans in this country is long and sordid. They give a great service to this country, but their experiences after the fact have been mixed throughout history. Musicians Jon and Li Waterman took the stage at Walpole Public Library to bring history to life with songs...
Mark your calendars! WPD vs. Walpole Fire Softball Game — May 31st!
Join the Walpole Police Department and Walpole Firefighters IAFF Local 2464 as we face off in a friendly (but competitive) softball game on Sunday, May 31st, at the Lorusso (1A) Fields. First pitch is at 9am, with the game benefitting 22mohawks.
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