By Avonlea Cummings
Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter
The lights blared onto Walpole’s shining basketball court floor last Tuesday evening as the stage was set up for the Walpole boys’ basketball team to tip off against the Needham Rockets. The Timberwolves headed into the evening’s match with a...
By Riley Fontana
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Walpole Council on Aging (COA) conducted its third annual Cookies and Cocoa event at the end of last year. This gathering brought together members of the Council on Aging and their families for an afternoon featuring hot chocolate, cookies, and...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Returning for their 25th year, the Open Fields Theatre Group is in rehearsals for their upcoming special performance of “Grease" at Dover-Sherborn High School. There are approximately ninety kids included within this performance all coming from different towns, including but not...
By Julia Beauregard
Hometown Weekly Editor
On Monday, January 1, Walpole Trails hosted their fifth annual First Day Hike. According to their Facebook page, the group “added a 5th hike in our 5th year and as we celebrate the 300th anniversary of Walpole's founding.” This First Day...
By Max Clifford
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Walpole High School Varsity Girls’ Basketball brought home a victory from their road trip to Framingham on Friday night. The team’s leading scorer Bella Bingham poured in a career-high 31 points to help the Timberwolves hold off a late comeback attempt...
By Riley Fontana
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Walpole Council on Aging (COA) is a critical part of the Walpole community and their programs during December have been no different. The COA has been hosting a “December Daily” crafting time where everyone involved receives an album to decorate...
by Audrey Anderson
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Earlier this month, the Walpole Public Library (WPL) invited the public to attend "I Dissent" by Sheryl Faye Presents Historical Women. Talented actor Faye presents educational one-woman shows to adults and children at schools, libraries, senior centers, and other venues. She regularly...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
On Sunday, December 17th the Walpole German American Club, Boylston Schul-Verein (BSV), hosted Weihnachtskonzert: A Christmas Concert of German Carols with English Introductions. Registration opened up weeks before the event and they had a completely sold out show.
By Avonlea Cummings
Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter
Walpole's gymnasium was filled with excitement as fans from Walpole and Norwood gathered on a chilly December evening, just days before the holiday break. Walpole celebrated by hosting a doubleheader event for the boys' and girls' basketball teams, both of...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Powerful wind guests brought in by the storm that hit Massachusetts this past Monday, December 18th turned out to be way worse than most of us imagined it would be. According to CBS News Boston, downed trees and power lines lead...
by Elizabeth Connolly
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Anyone wishing to get into the holiday spirit needn’t have looked any further than the Walpole Public Library (WPL) on Saturday, December 15th. This is when the Senior Moments Chorus group held their holiday concert, which was free and open to...
Avonlea Cummings
Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter
In an exhilarating contest that showcased skill, teamwork, and determination, the Walpole girls' basketball team has initiated a winning streak following their 49-37 victory against Braintree High on Friday, December 15th. The game unfolded as a consistent back-and-forth battle, with both...
by Elizabeth Connolly
Hometown Weekly Reporter
On Saturday night, December 16th, thousands of residents gathered on Stone Field in the dark. They were there for the laser show, courtesy of the 300th Committee, which offered the 15 minute light spectacle free of charge to the public. There...
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
On Friday, December 8th, Walpole students experienced an early dismissal, prompting the Walpole Public Library (WPL) to graciously organize an Early Release Day Movie showing. Families and friends gathered at the library to enjoy the popular Christmas movie, The Polar Express.
By Madison Butkus
Hometown Weekly Reporter
On Friday, December 8th, the Walpole Council on Aging (COA) organized a Line Dance Party, encouraging participants to engage in physical activity. Lestyn Gilmore served as the instructor for the afternoon, motivating everyone to get on their feet.
by Elizabeth Connolly
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Next year is an exciting year for the town of Walpole, as it celebrates 300 years since first being incorporated in 1724 (prior to that, it was part of South Dedham). Coinciding with this momentous occasion is another joyous one: Walpole...
by Elizabeth Connolly
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Junior Women’s Club of Walpole (JWCW) held their third annual Festival of Trees at the Walpole Senior Center on December 2nd and 3rd. This year’s event consisted of 38 creatively decorated trees that came in all sizes, shapes, and colors....
By Audrey Anderson
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The Boylston Schul-Verein (BSV) German-American social club held a festive and fun Weihnachtsmarkt 2023 (Christmas Market 2023) in Walpole on Saturday, December 2. People of all ages enjoyed shopping at merry market booths, eating delicious food and beverages, and listening to cheery Christmas music as...
By Max Clifford
Hometown Weekly Reporter
The final game of the Massachusetts high school football season pitted Walpole High School against Milton in the MIAA Division III State Championship Game at Gillette Stadium on Thursday night. The Timberwolves jumped out to an early lead but could not...
By Avonlea Cummings
Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter
In an impressive demonstration of skill and determination, the Walpole High School Swim and Dive Team made a significant impact on their 2023 season. Showcasing their talents in the pool, both the boys and girls secured spots in sectionals and...
