Mary Mercer (MacNutt) Riis died peacefully on May 20, 2026 following a period of declining health.
She was born on September 4, 1938 in Philadelphia, PA to the late Alexander T. MacNutt and Elizabeth (Huey) MacNutt.
She grew up in Hempstead, NY, and spent summers at Camp...
By Samantha Drumm
On Friday, February 6th, students from Dover-Sherborn, Medfield Middle, Medfield High, Westwood, Weston, and even Tufts University gathered, joined by a common passion—performing a full set of songs with only their voices.
The evening marked Medfield High’s Eighth Annual A Cappella Night, hosted by Medfield’s own Soundwaves and their fearless chorus...
By Samantha Drumm
On Friday, February 6th, students from Dover-Sherborn, Medfield Middle, Medfield High, Westwood, Weston, and even Tufts University gathered, joined by a common passion—performing a full set of songs with only their voices.
The evening marked Medfield High’s Eighth Annual A Cappella Night, hosted by Medfield’s own Soundwaves and their fearless chorus...
By Samantha Drumm
On Friday, February 6th, students from Dover-Sherborn, Medfield Middle, Medfield High, Westwood, Weston, and even Tufts University gathered, joined by a common passion—performing a full set of songs with only their voices.
The evening marked Medfield High’s Eighth Annual A Cappella Night, hosted by Medfield’s own Soundwaves and their fearless chorus...
The Dover-Sherborn football team ended the season on a high note, showcasing strong team play and resilience. After struggling through the first seven games of the season, the Raiders entered their November 14th matchup against the Wareham Vikings with high expectations. The team had recently won back-to-back games against Millis and Southeastern Regional High...
By Meghan Foley Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter
Last Wednesday, girls varsity soccer played their final regular season game against the Weston Wildcats, tying them 1–1. The Raiders entered this game with a record of 8–8–1 and the Wildcats with 4–5–7.
The Raiders made a handful of attempts...
By Meghan Foley Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter
Last Tuesday, the girls varsity soccer team faced the Norton Lancers for the second time this season, after defeating them 3–0 early in September.
Lancer’s captain Makenna Shea opened the game with a goal at one minute in, having intercepted...
Dover Sherborn and Medfield took to the gridiron to continue their 57 year tradition of Thanksgiving morning football on a rainy Medfield High School turf last Thursday. Despite a hard fought effort, the Warriors proved too much for the Raiders squad with a 35-0 win, taking home the annual Turkey Bowl trophy.
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...
On Friday, November 29, the Dover Police Department (DPD) reported: “At 11:00 hours, Dover Officers responded to Claybrook Road for an unwanted person. Upon arrival, our Officers encountered a male subject armed with a knife, retreated and attempted to deescalate the situation. The subject barricaded himself in the house and mutual aid resources...
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...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The annual Amelia Peabody Memorial Foxhunt (APMF) took place at Powisset Farm on Saturday, November, 23rd. This community event celebrating open space, the generous legacy of Amelia Peabody and the time-honored tradition of the sport of fox hunting was presented by...
By Riley Fontana
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The long-held rivalry between the Dover-Sherborn Raiders and the Medfield Warriors came to a head in the MIAA Division 3 Boys Soccer Semi-Finals. The winner of this game would move on to play Norwell in the State Finals, and Dover-Sherborn was...
By Riley Fontana
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Dover-Sherborn Raiders boys’ varsity soccer faced off against the Holliston Panthers in the third round of the MIAA Division 3 playoffs. Dover-Sherborn fought hard the entire game to come out 2-1 and advance to the Final Four.
By Audrey Anderson
Hometown Weekly Reporter
As part of the Town of Sherborn’s 350th anniversary and the Town of Holliston’s 300th anniversary, the Sherborn Historical Society and the Holliston Historical Society co-hosted a special program. “The Big Split” was presented at the Sherborn Library to a large...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
In honor of Veterans Day, the town of Sherborn came together on Monday, November 11th to hold a Veterans Day Event at the Sherborn Town Hall. The event started promptly at 11 am to honor active military personnel and Veterans within...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
For those who were interested in trying their hand at learning to read tarot cards, the Dover Town Library held an excellent class by tarot teacher Laura Campagna from Laura Campagna Astrology. Within this workshop, attendees were able to learn about...
By Riley Fontana
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Dover-Sherborn Raiders took on the Norwell Clippers on October 28, for their second to last game of the season. Their overall play gave them a good shot at winning, but Norwell was able to come out on top. The Raiders...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
In honor of Halloween, the Sherborn Library hosted a kids' Halloween costume parade, held both inside and outside the library. Children ages 0 to 5, along with their guardians, were invited to wear their favorite costumes and practice trick-or-treating before the...
