Athol Royalston School Committee approves budget on second attempt
ATHOL – It took two votes, but the Athol Royalston Regional School Committee approved an $32.1 million FY25 general budget for the district at its meeting on Monday, April 22.The final vote came after more than two hours of public comment and...
White’s Mill development proceeds following roof cave-in
WINCHENDON—A planned re-development of the former White’s Mill complex in Winchendon Springs is proceeding, following a partial collapse of the roof from a snowstorm on April 4.Since then, Amelia Giovanoni, acting director of the Mill Farm Initiative...
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High Schools: Jakhia Williams propels Turners girls track past Athol
Jahkia Williams had a big day for the Turners Falls girls track and field team on Tuesday during a meet against Athol. Williams won the long jump (13 feet, 2.25 inches), 100-meter dash (13.4 seconds) and 200 (29.5), helping the Thunder pull out a...
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Laurie Benoit: Volunteers needed for cleanup of Buckland cemeteries
The Buckland Union Cemetery Association, Inc., will hold its annual spring cleanup on Saturday, April 27 from 10 a.m. to noon. Volunteers are needed to help remove sticks, seasonal decorations, dead flowers and wreaths, broken items, and debris in our...
Police Logs
Athol Police Logs: March 12 to March 19
ATHOL POLICE LOGSTuesday, March 126:45 p.m. - Male party into the lobby regarding a shop vac he lent to someone and they are refusing to give it back. Party was advised of his options. Attempted to contact involved party, negative contact, a voicemail...
Arts & Life
Rescuing food and feeding people: Rachel’s Table programs continue to expand throughout western Mass
My great-grandmother’s oak dining table has graced my kitchen ever since my parents built the house in the 1980s. Looking at it makes me happy. The table — actually, almost any table — signifies history, nourishment, family and community.The...
Obituaries
Mary M. (Powers) Thompson Dade City, FL - Mary M. (Powers) Thompson passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, April 14, 2024. She was born at Langley Air Force Base, in Hampton VA, on February 17, 1968, the daughter of Robert H. and Joan (Lint... remainder of obit for Mary M. Thompson
Nancy C Skowronski Royalston, MA - Nancy C Skowronski, born in Worcester, MA on January 1, 1943, lived a captivating life, filled with vibrant memories and impactful experiences that created a lasting legacy. A resident of Royalston, Mas... remainder of obit for Nancy C. Skowrowski
Robert E. "Bob" Thayer Athol, MA - ATHOL - Robert E. "Bob" Thayer, 90 of Athol passed away Sunday, April 14, 2023, in the Athol Hospital. He was born on July 13, 1933, the son of Robert H. Thayer and Louise E. (King) Thayer. Bob graduat... remainder of obit for Robert E. Thayer
8/5/1956 - 4/11/2024 ORANGE, MA - Chris Boyle, beloved father and husband, passed away on April 11, 2024 at home. Chris led a life of unwavering dedication to his family, a steadfast commitment to the land he cherished, and a love for ... remainder of obit for Chris N. Boyle