Walpole potters raise $1,800 for homeless children
Needham takes Walpole in playoff run
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The Needham boys baseball team experienced quite a run in the South Division 1 sectional playoffs this year. After a nine-inning, 2-1 nail-biter in the opening round against Plymouth South and a subsequent 3-2 stunner over the 3-seeded Bridgewater Raynham, the Rockets found themselves with 10-seeds Walpole standing between them and the final.
Walpole...
Walpole softball team enjoys postseason run
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By Douglas McCulloch
Hometown Weekly Staff
After a season marred by challenges, the Walpole High softball team made a comeback, pushing through two wins in the playoffs before falling to Hopkinton on June 7 4-2.
When the team clinched a postseason run and finished the regular season with a 11-9 record, they headed into...
Congratulations Walpole High Class of 2016
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By Rachel Borman
Hometown Weekly Contributor
Laughs and cheers. Hugs and tears. A sense of camaraderie and at least one very loud air horn. These were some of the most prominent parts of Walpole High School’s graduation day on Sunday, June 5.
294 seniors received diplomas surrounded by family and friends, as well as the school...
Walpole town election results released
By Douglas McCulloch
Hometown Weekly Staff
James Stanton and Nancy MacKenzie beat out challenger Tom Brown to secure their spots on the Walpole Board of Selectmen at the annual town election on June 4.
Out of Walpole’s 17,184 of registered voters, 2,538 made it out to the polls to cast their votes for various town offices and...
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Ice Cream Festival returning to Bird Park in Walpole
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The Trustees of Reservations and Friends of Bird Park will host its Annual Ice Cream Festival at Francis William Bird Park on Saturday, June 18 from 3 p.m. – 7 p.m.
This year, Bird Park’s most popular summer event is expanding. The festival will include a longer running time, new and exciting...
Walpole Robotics hosting Bottle and Can Drive
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The Walpole Robotics team will be hosting their annual Bottle and Can Drive on Saturday June 11 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in front of the Plimpton School next to Walpole High School.
Glass bottles can only be accepted if in their original cardboard boxes. Students will sort plastic...
Walpole honors those who sacrificed
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By Douglas McCulloch
Hometown Weekly Staff
The town of Walpole came together last Monday to honor and remember those who have given the ultimate sacrifice for their country at the annual Memorial Day ceremonies.
With a forecast of heavy downpours throughout the morning, the ceremonies were moved indoors, but that did not stop a sizable...
Walpole Historical Society to host open house
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The Walpole Historical Society will have an Open House on Saturday, June 11 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The Deacon Willard Lewis House will be open for tours with members present to guide visitors through the house and answer questions about Walpole history. The house, built in 1826, is on the National...
Registration now open for the Village Fair Road Race
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The annual Village Fair Road Race will be held on Saturday, June 11 at the West Street side of Epiphany Parish Church at 62 Front Street in downtown Walpole.
This year, the race will again have a 1-mile Kid’s Race. The 1-mile Kid’s Race will start at 8:45 a.m. and will offer awards to...
New England Plant Swap to be held in Walpole
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The Fifth Annual New England Plant Swap is coming to Adams Farm, 999 North Street in Walpole, on Saturday, June 4.
Be sure to arrive at the Farm bright and early at 8:30 a.m. to get the best selection. Bring a plant, take a plant is the order of the day, but you...
Support Walpole school at upcoming book fair
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The Old Post Road school will host its annual Barnes and Noble book fair on June 7 at the Walpole Barnes and Noble store.
During regular store hours on June 7, proceeds from sales made at the store with the Old Post Road School book fair voucher will benefit the Old Post Road...
Walpole boys track finishes fifth in BSC championship
By Douglas McCulloch
Hometown Weekly Staff
The Walpole High boys and girls track teams competed in the BSC championship meet on May 18 at Braintree High School. The boys placed fifth overall.
On the boys side, Richard Crowley came in second place in the 100m dash. In the 110m hurdles, Brandon Kilroy placed third with 16.34....
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Walpole Boosters hosting annual golf tournament
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The Walpole High Gridiron Boosters has announced that it will host its annual golf tournament on June 27 at the Foxboro Country Club.
The annual golf tournament is the largest fundraiser for the Gridiron Boosters, which helps to support the Walpole High football program.
This year, tickets are $125 per golfer, or $500...
Honeybee expert to discuss his book at the Walpole Library
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The book “Following the Wild Bees” will be presented by its author, Thomas Seeley, in the Community Room of the Walpole Public Library at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, May 25. Admission is free, and all are welcome.
Professor Thomas D. Seeley of Cornell University, a world authority on honeybees, vividly describes the history...
Walpole Day returning this Saturday
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By Stephen Press
Hometown Weekly Staff
Walpole Day will be returning to town on Saturday, May 14. The popular event will feature a number of activities and vendors, all celebrating Walpole, and will run until 3 p.m.
The festivities will begin at noon with the annual town parade. The route will start at the high school,...
Walpole softball faces off against Wellesley
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By Douglas McCulloch
Hometown Weekly Staff
The Walpole High softball team has faced a tough season, as the team fell to Wellesley High on May 9 6-4.
The Rebels faced a tough time early on, as the team gave up three unearned runs early in the game, but the Rebels defense quickly responded.
“After [giving...
Folk duo to perform at the Walpole Public Library
Good music will fill the air live when the married folk duo Atwater~Donnelly returns to the Community Room of the Walpole Public Library on Tuesday evening, May 17, at 7:30 p.m.
People of all ages will enjoy and are welcome, and there is no charge to attend this concert. Those in the audience last...
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Walpole teacher honored in ‘My Favorite Teacher’ contest
Mary Abplanalp, an English and History teacher at Bird Middle School in Walpole, was recognized by sixth grade student Emma Webb at the Barnes & Noble “My Favorite Teacher” contest.
The Barnes & Noble “My Favorite Teacher” program provides middle and high school students the opportunity to tell their communities how much they appreciate their...
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Walpole police receive Click it or Ticket grant
