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Making time for movement

By Julia Beauregard

Hometown Weekly Editor

In today's fast-paced world, where sedentary lifestyles and technology dominate our daily routines, the importance of being active cannot be overstated. Engaging in regular physical activity is not only crucial for our physical well-being but also for our mental and emotional...

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Rainbow craft brings Pride to WPL

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

The Walpole Public Library hosted the Needle Felted Rainbow Patches crafting event on Friday, June 23rd. In honor of Pride month, attendees were able to pick from an array of fuzzy felted rainbow designs. 

These wool felted patches...

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Writers celebrated in Walpole

By Audrey Anderson

Hometown Weekly Reporter

This spring, the Walpole Cultural Council held their second annual, town-wide writing contest, Walpole Writes. The contest was open to all residents of Walpole, elementary school students through adults, and to nonresident students at Walpole schools. 

Entries were...

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Spring sports round up

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter

In the spring of 2023, Walpole student-athletes delivered an extraordinary season brimming with talent, victories, and unwavering determination to compete against the finest competitors. Athletes comprehend the inherent challenges of their pursuits, but above all, they find reward in each...

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Walpole celebrates Juneteenth

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Walpole was ready to celebrate Juneteenth on Monday, June 19th at the Walpole Commons. The Black woman-led organization, Be Inclusive, held their fourth annual Juneteenth Celebration for everyone to come and enjoy. This family-friendly event included multiple musical performances, a live...

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Successful Sommerfest at the BSV

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

On and off rain showers did not stop the crowd from funneling into the Bolyston Schul-Verein (BSV) on Saturday, June 10th. The Walpole German American Club hosted their annual Sommerfest on both Saturday and Sunday and it certainly did not disappoint! 

NRRC Summer Kickoff Bash

By Audrey Anderson

Hometown Weekly Reporter

The Neponset River Regional Chamber of Commerce (NRRC), together with the Metro South and the United Regional Chambers held a fun Sumer Kickoff Bash on June 15 at the Norwood Space Center’s Outdoor Courtyard at 83 Morse Street in Norwood. 

KJ’s Con brightens farmers marke

By Julia Beauregard

Hometown Weekly Editor

Though the weather was less than favorable this past Saturday morning, the Walpole Farmers Market is always held rain or shine. Despite the drizzle, vendors and visitors still came out to brave the weather. KJ’s Con, a dynamic musical duo, brightened...

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The history of Walpole School Garden Project

By Julia Beauregard

Hometown Weekly Editor

Each and every Saturday from mid June to late October, the Walpole Farmers Market appears at Spring Brook Park in downtown Walpole. Local vendors, ranging from local farmers, bakers, and creators of all sorts host booths to display and sell their...

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Walpole’s very own Ninja

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter 

You know the typical sports of soccer, lacrosse, and baseball, but have you ever heard of Ninja? The American Ninja Warrior? What if we told you Walpole has its very own Ninja?

Griffin Mace is only eleven...

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Walpole slips past Mansfield in Playoffs

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter

It was a perfect day for lacrosse; the sun was peeking through the clouds, shinning on the talented Walpole boy’s lacrosse team as they fought hard against Mansfield High in a battle for the tournament. The boys capitalized on their...

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Tour-de-Force performance of Princess Diana

by Audrey Anderson

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Judith Kalaora, a professional educator, researcher, writer, and living historian, is the founder and artistic director of History at PlayTM, a company that presents living history programs worldwide. The company’s programs focus on “influential and often forgotten women” in history, such...

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Walpole graduates class of 2023

By Elizabeth Connolly

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Though the only thing shining were the faces in the crowd, the 149th Walpole High School (WHS) graduation went on as planned last Sunday, June 4th. There had been some debate over where the ceremony would take place due to the...

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Taste of summer at the Biergarten

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

On Friday, May 26th, the German/American Club of Walpole kicked off the start of summer with their May Country Biergarten. This event took place in Walpole at Boylston Schul-Verein, also known as the BSV. The venue included beautiful outdoor covered seating...

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Walpole Historical Society celebrates 125th anniversary

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

In honor of their 125th Anniversary, the Walpole Historical Society hosted a celebratory event on Saturday, May 27th, at their specific location, the Deacon Willard Lewis House. According to their website, the Walpole Historical Society began on May 23rd, 1898, and...

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Locals learn ‘The History of Amtrak’

By Madison Butkus

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Amtrak enthusiast Dave Clinton hosted 'The History of Amtrak' event on Tuesday night at the Walpole Public Library. With extensive travel experience on nearly all Amtrak routes, Clinton adeptly discussed the past and future transformations of Amtrak.

Clinton,...

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Timberwolves come alive just in time

By Max Clifford

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter

In Milton on Wednesday, starting pitcher Alex Hee delivered a remarkable performance for Walpole Varsity Baseball. Despite trailing 2-1 entering the seventh inning, Hee's two-run, five-hit complete game effort seemed insufficient. However, the Timberwolves' offense awakened just in time, scoring...

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AG Expo draws crowd despite rain

By Elizabeth Connolly

Hometown Weekly Reporter

The 2023 Ag Expo appeared to be a big success last Saturday, May 20, despite a forecast of rain and a certain pop superstar playing just down the road in Foxboro.

The annual event, which is both sponsored...

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Walpole Day delights

By Elizabeth Connolly

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Hundreds of people converged on Stone Field last Saturday, May 13th, to celebrate Walpole’s 16th annual Walpole Day. The event has become one of the most beloved traditions in town.

The weather for this year’s event could not...

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Walpole COA celebrates Mother’s Day

By Julia Beauregard

Hometown Weekly Editor

Last Friday, the Walpole Council on Aging (COA) hosted an early Mother’s Day celebration: it was their first annual Mother’s Day tea party. 

This event was apart of their intergenerational program, as COA members were welcomed to invite...

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