Gulls blank Fitchburg State, 2-0 Oct 29, 2008
Endicott plays tough defense in shutout win against Fitchburg State ... scored a pair of goals including a free kick from 80-yards out to lead the Gulls past the visiting Fitchburg State Falcons, 2-0, on Senior Day in Beverly, Massachusetts ... Fitchburg's best opportunity came midway through the opening frame as the Falcons rushed up the field in a two-on-one situation, only to have their offensive efforts thwarted by an excellent defensive play by freshman (Bristol, R.I.). (Ecgulls.com)
Obituary: Margaret M. Eddy Oct 28, 2008
Survivors include a son, David W. Eddy and his wife, Judy, of Fitchburg, a daughter, Lois A. Oakman and her husband, Robert, of Maynard, two granddaughters; a great-grandson; and a sister, Genivieve Fraticelli of Acton. She was also the sister of the late Patrick Mullen, John Mullen, Catherine Kennedy and Agnes Sloan. (Beacon Villager, MA)
Marlborough 28, Milford 20: Second-half surge Oct 27, 2008
Just seven days removed from what was thought to be a momentous Milford win over perennial power Fitchburg, the Scarlet Hawks were unable to stop the high-powered Panther offense for most of the second half Friday night, ultimately suffering a surprising 28-20 defeat. Rather than using the emotional win over the Red Raiders from a week ago to propel Milford to Central Mass. (Marlborough Enterprise, MA)
Battle tested Oct 26, 2008
Schmidt, referring to students in the course on military history that he teaches at Fitchburg State College, said, "they're 19- and 20-year-olds, and many of them know somebody over there, in Iraq or Afghanistan.". Or, he added, "like us, they have fathers, grandfathers, who served.". (Boston Globe)
Kevin McCord of Norwell shines for Mass. Maritime Oct 26, 2008
McCord scored two goals and an assist in a 4-3 double-overtime victory against Fitchburg State on Oct. 18 and added an assist in a 3-2 win against UMass-Dartmouth. The win against Fitchburg State was the first conference win for the Buccaneers this season. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Boxers fighting their way back Oct 25, 2008
That victory got the Boxers rolling, as they beat Fitchburg, 34-14, then Pinkerton (N.H.), 28-27, before last night's trip to Fall River. Sam Previte kept the Boxers rolling, rushing for 72 yards and three touchdowns. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
TMHS joins marching band finals Oct 24, 2008
Schools participating in the event are: Warehan, Lynn, Fitchburg, North Reading, Tewksbury, David Prouty, Milbury, Andover, Oliver Ames, North Middlesex, Triton, Barnstable, Wakefield, Leominster, Malden, Oakmont, Shepherd Hill, Norwood, Salem N.H., Acton-Boxborough, Lowell, Reading, Gardner, Stoughton, Methuen, King Philip Reg, and Blackstone-Millville Reg. Loading commenting interface. (Tewksbury Advocate, MA)
Stow plays host to a debate Oct 24, 2008
We ve accomplished a lot in the past six years, said Eldridge, pointing to the Legislature s efforts to increase local aid and installing the Fitchburg commuter rail line. There s clearly more to be done. (Beacon Villager, MA)
Man charged with assault, animal cruelty Oct 23, 2008
FITCHBURG Driver charged with drug trafficking A Lawrence man was arrested and charged with trafficking more than 450 grams of cocaine in Fitchburg on Tuesday, despite filing down his fingertips in an attempt to conceal his identity, police said. The suspect was pulled over on Route 2 west by a state trooper at around 4:30 p.m. The man produced a Puerto Rico driver's license that did not belong to him, police said. (Boston Globe)
Company is welcomed back to home life, growing families Oct 21, 2008
Sergeant Ken Lombardi of Fitchburg left behind a son who was just 3 months old when he went to war. Yesterday, Lombardi held that son, Jason, along with another son, Joey, who is 2, in his arms. (Boston Globe)
Mayor Joe endorses Welcoming Massachusetts campaign Oct 21, 2008
As part of the Welcoming Massachusetts Week of Action from Oct. 12-19 in Pittsfield, Worcester, Fitchburg, Brockton, Cambridge, Revere and Chelsea, Centro Presente helped organized the Somerville discussion at Maya Sol Restaurant last week. More than 2000 people from Somerville have signed the pledge in support of this campaign, according to Patricia Montes, Interim Co Director of Centro Presente. (Somerville Journal, MA)
Guest Commentary: Build on progress Oct 14, 2008
I have also fought to expand public transportation, securing a $75 million investment in the Fitchburg commuter rail line, which will benefit our region s employers, workers, and commuters. I deeply appreciate our communities rural character and the importance of preserving our environment for future generations. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Obituary: Ernest Johnson Oct 14, 2008
Besides his wife of 57 years he is survived by two daughters, Charlene A. McNamara and her husband, Owen, of Fitchburg and Sandra L. Saute and her husband, Thomas, of Stow; two sons, Gary D. Johnson and his wife, Grace, of Lancaster and Richard E. Johnson and his wife, Cyndi, of Franklin; two sisters, Virginia I. Collins of Clinton and Arletta S. Ross of Lancaster; seven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; nephews and nieces. Relatives and friends are invited to attend calling hours on... (Beacon Villager, MA)
Melrose People: Kerry Clery Oct 10, 2008
I m currently getting my CAGT s Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study from Fitchburg State. I expect to get them in 2010. (Melrose Free Press, MA)
Debate focuses on taxes, local aid Oct 10, 2008
The last question was about speeding up the Fitchburg rail line, particularly for reverse commuters. Arciero said he is an avid rail rider. (Westford Eagle, MA)
Keynotes for Oct. 9 Oct 10, 2008
IN MICHELE S MEMORY- The fifth annual Party for Michele, a benefit for the late Michele (Beland) Steere of Hudson, will take place Saturday, Nov. 22 from 7-12 p.m. at Marlborough Moose Lodge, 67 Fitchburg St., Marlborough. D.J. Dick will provide music from the 50s to the present and light snacks will be served. (Hudson Sun, MA)
Growing a special pen pal friendship Oct 10, 2008
As Howlett prepared to go off to Fitchburg State College, Snow was not expecting to hear from her young pen pal anymore ... The two met at Fitchburg State, and graduated from the college in 2005. (Georgetown Record, MA)
AG holds heating roundtable in Plymouth Oct 3, 2008
One was held in Fitchburg earlier this week. The Winter Heating Roundtables are part of an effort by the attorney general s office to address energy cost increases this winter, anticipated to be 40 to 50 percent higher than last year. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
A wedding at the Topsfield Fair Oct 3, 2008
The couple met and fell in love while attending Fitchburg State College. Fawcett introduced. (Saugus Advertiser, MA)
Sampler for Oct. 2 Oct 3, 2008
The gathering of motorcycles and passengers can register at 10 a.m. at the Moose Family Lodge on Fitchburg Street in Marlborough where the ride will also end. For a registration fee of $25 for the driver and $10 for guests, one can participate and have a delicious dinner to help support the foundation. (Marlborough Enterprise, MA)
POLICE NEWS: Sept. 22-28 Oct 3, 2008
A Fitchburg man, traveling east on Main Street struck a Leominster woman, pushing her into a third vehicle ... The Fitchburg man was issued a verbal warning for following too closely. (Bolton Common, MA)
Scesney called 'a person of interest' in murders Oct 3, 2008
Immediately after sentencing, he was arraigned on murder and rape charges for the October 1996 murder of Theresa Stone, 39, of Fitchburg. In April, Worcester County District Attorney Joseph Early named Scesny a person of interest in Stone's murder. (Hudson Sun, MA)
Graduation Day at Nashoba Valley Tech Oct 3, 2008
He is headed to Fitchburg State College to study TV production in the fall. Graduate Rebecca Silva of Chelmsford also plans to go on for more schooling. (Chelmsford Independent, MA)
Gulls keep rolling, shutout Salem State Sep 25, 2008
Salem State retakes the field on the same day as the Vikings host Fitchburg State at noon. (Ecgulls.com)
Obituary: Eleanor M. Maitland Sep 25, 2008
Mrs. Maitland is survived by three daughters and their spouses: Robyn Perry and her husband, Michael, of Fitchburg, Kim Kovac and her husband, Peter, of Clinton and Dinah Carlson of Lancaster; three grandchildren; two brothers, Dean Blake and Ronald Blake, both of Texas; two sisters, Dawn Russell of Texas and Roberta Blake of New York; a sister-in-law, Virginia Stageman and her husband, Paul, of Stow and several nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by three brothers, Gary, Edwin and Eugene... (Beacon Villager, MA)
Eagle Eye Opens In IMAX(R) theatres September 26, 2008 Sep 23, 2008
Cinema Sterling Heights - IMAX Theatre at AMC Forum 30 Minnesota Apple Valley - Great Clips IMAX Theatre Missouri Kansas City - Barrywoods 24 & IMAX St. Louis - Ronnies 20 Cine IMAX Nevada Las Vegas - Brenden Theatres and IMAX at the Palms Casino Resort Las Vegas - Red Rock Stadium 16 & IMAX New Hampshire Hooksett - Cinemagic IMAX Theatre New Jersey Atlantic City - IMAX Theatre at Tropicana Casino Cherry Hill - Cherry Hill 24 & IMAX Hamilton - Hamilton 24 & IMAX New York Brooklyn - UA Sheepshead... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Some Whalom Park nostalgia Sep 23, 2008
Having been born in Fitchburg and having lived there until 1942, I was well acquainted with how families throughout the region enjoyed their afternoon and evening trips and outings to Whalom. In her book The City and the River, 1971 Fitchburg Historical Society, Doris Kirkpatrick includes a fascinating background of Whalom and tells the story of how the Fitchburg and Leominster Street Railway had purchased a pine grove of 75 acres near the lake and that in 1893, the company extended the trolley... (Beacon Villager, MA)
Sampler for Sept. 18 Sep 18, 2008
The gathering of motorcycles and passengers can register between 9 a.m. and 10 a.m. at the Moose Family Lodge on Fitchburg Street in Marlborough where the ride will also end. For a registration fee of $25 for the driver and $10 for guests, one can participate, receive a T-shirt and enjoy a delicious dinner to help support the foundation. (Marlborough Enterprise, MA)
Mitchell presents at Needham seminar Sep 17, 2008
In addition to Bellingham and Needham, the company also offers a showroom in Mashpee, MA, and a full-service custom woodworking shop in Fitchburg, MA. The company recently introduced their flooring center, which provides quality hardwood flooring and installation options. All seminars in the Home Design Series are free, and take place from 10 a.m. to noon at the Van Millwork Showroom, 65 Crawford Street, in Needham. (Medfield Press, MA)
Flanagan claims victory in state Senate contest Sep 17, 2008
Knuuttila doubled her take in Gardner, his hometown, won Fitchburg and Westminster, and tied Ashby, but was beaten by wide margins in every other community of the district ... I am just so excited, Flanagan said from her victory rally in Fitchburg. (Bolton Common, MA)
Economic angst tops issues in Mass. town Sep 16, 2008
Mayor Lisa Wong, 29, was elected in 2007 after a stint as executive director of the Fitchburg Redevelopment Authority. By Susan Page, USA TODAY FITCHBURG, Mass ... From Pennsylvania to New Hampshire and across the Rust Belt, communities like Fitchburg have searched for financial footing after the loss of manufacturing jobs to Southern states and foreign competitors. (USA Today)
College Football Scores Sep 15, 2008
Curry 41, Fitchburg St. 31. Delaware 48, West Chester 20. (International Herald Tribune)
Candidate questionnaire: Brian Knuuttila Sep 13, 2008
Education: Massachusetts School of Law, juris doctor, 1995; Municipal Police Officers Class, Metro-West Academy, 1987; Fitchburg State College, bachelor of science in human services, 1986; Massachusetts State Police Academy, security/campus police basic training course, 1983; Barstow (Calif ... Further, I spent nearly 14 years serving as a police officer on the Fitchburg State College Campus Police Department, the Shirley Police Department, the Athol Police Department and the Gardner Police... (Bolton Common, MA)
Candidate questionnaire: Jennifer Flanagan Sep 13, 2008
Education: Fitchburg State College, master of science in mental health counseling, 2004; University of Massachusetts at Boston, bachelor of science in political science, 1998; Leominster High School, 1993. Experience: State representative, 2004-present; legislative aide and chief of staff, 1995-2004. (Bolton Common, MA)
Senate candidates tout transit plans Sep 12, 2008
I fought for many years to get the rail back from Gardner to Fitchburg ... Besides Lancaster and parts of Clinton, the district includes Ashby, Bolton, Fitchburg, Gardner, Leominster, Lunenburg, Sterling, Townsend and Westminster. (Bolton Common, MA)
Canoeist drowns after capsizing Sep 9, 2008
Dive teams from Lowell and Fitchburg helped extract the victim's body. The two boaters, whose names were withheld by request of the victims' families, are from the Pepperell area. (Boston Globe)
Bourne talks BC, recruiting Sep 9, 2008
The 6-foot-4, 270 pound lineman from Fitchburg, Massachusetts recently took an unofficial visit to watch the Eagles' ACC opener against Georgia Tech and he had plenty to say. To continue reading this article you must be a member. (Boston College Sports -- Rivals.com)
Shawsheen Tech welcomes nine new teachers Sep 6, 2008
She earned her Bachelor s degree from Fitchburg State College and her Master s from Salem State College ... The Amesbury native then graduated from Fitchburg State College before teaching at both Peabody High and Dom Savio ... A graduate of Nashoba Tech in Westford, Gerace earned an Associate s degree from Middlesex Community College and a Bachelor s degree from Fitchburg State College. (Tewksbury Advocate, MA)
Culinary couple introduces Sprigs Sep 5, 2008
The Fitchburg couple worked together in Sprigs predecessor, Number 5 Strawberry Hill, Servey as manager and Ludlum as a server and later working some shifts in the kitchen. When the former owner mentioned that he was interested in selling, the thought of being their own bosses was enough to convince them to take the chance. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Teaching children to discover learning Sep 4, 2008
After graduating Fitchburg State College in 1986, Allain became a preschool assistant while she kept applying to elementary schools. She discovered quickly that working with pre-school pupils was where she was going to stay. (Burlington Union, MA)
Keeping score around New England Sep 4, 2008
Pros Jacobs leads way Hal Jacobs of Stow Acres CC shot 1-under 69 to win the NEPGA Massachusetts PGA Championship at Oak Hill CC in Fitchburg. Frank Dully of Kernwood CC was one stroke back, followed by Kevin Wood (71) of Salem CC and Chris Carter (72) of Hillview. (Boston Globe)
Backward Glances for Sept. 4 Sep 4, 2008
Maureen Schlickman underwent a tonsillectomy at Marlborough Hospital David A. Reynard was discharged from the U.S. Air Force after 12 years service Hollywood actress Gloria Swanson was appearing in person at the Lake Whalom Playhouse, Fitchburg Toohey s Drug Store, 175 Main St. was sold to Peter Haritos, registered pharmacist Herald Danner sold Robinson s Hardware and Garden Center to Norman Underwood Jr., of Hudson. Hudson girls attending Camp Woodhaven Girl Scout Camp in Wayland included:... (Hudson Sun, MA)
WESTFORD-LITTLETON YOUTH FOOTBALL ROUNDUP Sep 4, 2008
Midget (All-American) 24, Fitchburg 0. On Saturday, the Westford-Littleton Lions shut out Fitchburg for their first win ... On Fitchburg s first series, the defense held strong with a key stop by Matthew Norton. (Littleton Independent, MA)
POLICE NEWS: Aug. 18 - Aug. 24 Aug 30, 2008
A Fitchburg man in a 2002 Ford Ranger and a Fitchburg woman in Lexus slowed behind her. A Leominster woman traveling in a Honda Accord struck the Lexus, pushing it into the Ford Ranger, pushing it into the Hyundai. (Bolton Common, MA)
2008-2009 BUS ROUTES: Concord-Carlisle High School Aug 26, 2008
6:34 am SCHOOL BUS YARD 6:38 am SUDBURY #675 6:41 am SUDBURY & OXBOW 6:42 am GARFIELD & HOLDENWOOD 6:45 am VALLEY & HEATH'S BRIDGE 6:47 am GARFIELD & THE VALLEY 6:49 am GARFIELD #345 6:50 am GARFIELD & BRIGHAM WOODS 6:53 am FITCHBURG #471 6:55 am SUDBURY RD # 1535 6:57 am PLAINFIELD & ANSON 6:59 am PLAINFIELD & DOVER 7:04 am POWDER MILL & PLAINFIELD 7:05 am POWDER MILL & LONGFELLOW 7:15 am CCHS (CCHS). CCHS BUS 34 A.M.. (Concord Journal, MA)
Actons Wolff sets bench press record twice in one meet Aug 21, 2008
Last month, at the Third Annual American Powerlifting Association Record Breakers Meet in Fitchburg ... The meet was in a garage in Fitchburg, said Wolff, whose personal best in the gym is 160 ... Joe Bianchi, a trainer at the Thoreau Club in Concord where Wolff trains, suggested she compete in the meet in Fitchburg. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Stork Report Aug 16, 2008
Great-grandparents are Angela Farinoso of Arlington; Carmella Manfredi of Belmont and Louise Caves of Fitchburg ... Great-grandparents are Angela Farinoso of Arlington; Carmella Manfredi of Belmont and Louise Caves of Fitchburg. (Burlington Union, MA)
Alternative health day coming up Aug 16, 2008
Union Square Market vendors are Kimball Fruit Farm of Pepperell, Parker Farm of Lunenberg, Nicewicz Family Farm of Bolton, Drumlin Farm of Lincoln, Yang Family Vegetables of Fitchburg, B&R Artisan Breads of Framingham, Cook s Farm Orchard of Brimfield, Stillman s Farm of Lunenberg and Siraco Sharpening Service of Somerville. The Union Square Farmers Market is open Saturdays through Oct. 25, rain or shine, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Cash, EBT cards/food stamps, and Farmers Market WIC coupons are... (Somerville Journal, MA)
Residents: Slam the brakes on MBTA plan Aug 15, 2008
The existing lot is the largest on the line between Fitchburg and Boston s North Station, according to the MBTA s web site ... All funding would be paid for by the state and construction of the garage would coincide with improvements to the Fitchburg Line, which aim to cut trip times from Fitchburg into Cambridge and Boston by about 30 minutes ... Paul Hadley, the MBTA s project manager for the improvements to the Fitchburg line, said that the plans for a garage are still in the very early... (Acton Beacon, MA)
Some businesses support garage Aug 15, 2008
If the town accepts the proposal, the structure would be built in conjunction with improvements to the Fitchburg line, which aim to cut the trip time from Boston to Cambridge by about 30 minutes. Some residents, especially those living close to the Central Street lot, have objected to the proposal because they say it will be a detriment to the historic neighborhood and create more traffic through the already clogged area. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Aug. 14 edition: Obituaries Aug 15, 2008
She was a 1941 graduate of Leominster High School and graduated from the Burbank School of Nursing, Class of 1945, in Fitchburg as a registered nurse. After graduation she worked 12 years for Burbank Hospital before becoming a full time homemaker. (Acton Beacon, MA)
The housemaster is in Aug 8, 2008
She has a Master of Arts degree in teaching creative arts from Bridgewater State College and a certificate of advanced graduate studies in educational leadership from Fitchburg State College. She lives in a nearby town with her husband, Michael, and their black Lab, Bella. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Sampler for August 7 Aug 8, 2008
The Poker Ride on Sunday, Aug.17, leaves the Hudson Portuguese Club at 11 a.m., for a back road drive to Destares in Fitchburg, Joseph s in Westminster and Scooby s in Clinton, to return approximately at 3 p.m. Turn in your poker card and win cash or prizes for best hand. Enjoy a great barbecue and music, all for a good cause. (Marlborough Enterprise, MA)
Applewild School has openings for grade 5 Aug 8, 2008
Applewild School, an Independent, Co-educational Day School grades Kindergarten through 9, located in Fitchburg, MA has added a third section of Fifth Grade for the Fall of 2008. Students at Applewild enjoy small class sizes averaging 15 students per class, a student to teacher ratio of 6:1, an emphasis on rigorous academics as well as depth and breadth in the visual and performing arts and athletics, and a strong sense of community and partnership among students, families, and faculty. (Littleton Independent, MA)
Backward Glances for August 7 Aug 7, 2008
Association officers were Al Cabral, Jim Tornifoglio and John Texeira William C. Purdy arranged a moonlight cruise in Boston Harbor for members of Hudson Aerie of Eagles and guests A son was born to Everett and Alva McClure on July 19 Jennifer Jaissle and Diane Kingsbury were at Girl Scout camp in Bradford, N.H. Actresses Joan Caulfield and Peggy Cass were appearing in person at Lake Whalom Playhouse, Fitchburg Officers of the Assabet Valley 4-H club were: Gary Santos, Richard Cooper, Stephen... (Hudson Sun, MA)
State behind in spending on public colleges Aug 4, 2008
"The bottom line is that the lack of funding compounds the problem," said Robert Antonucci, president of Fitchburg State College. "Every year you neglect institutions, costs of repairing them increase.". (Boston Globe)
College students get discount at thrift stores Aug 2, 2008
The offer is valid at stores located in Framingham, Hudson, Worcester, Fitchburg, Gardner, Northbridge and Spencer, and runs from Aug. 8 to Sept. 30. Loading commenting interface. (Hudson Sun, MA)
Hardware store celebrates 100 years Aug 1, 2008
This special regional event will be a joint celebration for all stores in the southern/central New Hampshire, northern Massachusetts and southern Maine area: Nashua, Bedford, Allenstown, Concord, Warner, Winchester, Keene, Hillsborough, Newport, Franklin, Laconia, Alton, Meredith, Moultonborough, Haverhill, Fitchburg, Leominster, Gardner, Orange, Tewksbury, Chelmsford, Littleton, Ayer, Maynard, and Clinton. After 100 years of business, Aubuchon Hardware, the Northeast s leading family-owned... (Tewksbury Advocate, MA)
College families scouring for loans Jul 31, 2008
"It's very discouraging to learn about this so late in the game," said Robert Antonucci, president of Fitchburg State College. "It creates an environment of panic, even though there are other options out there.". (Boston Globe)
Marlborough's musical muse silenced at 83 Jul 31, 2008
With her hat covered with flags, Ethel marched with the Amvets in Marlborough's Labor Day Parade, Hudson's Memorial Day Parade and as an honorary member of the Amvets Sad Sacks in a Fitchburg parade. "She strutted and jammed down the street playing her washboard with a spoon," said Leon. (Marlborough Enterprise, MA)
SENIOR CORNER: July 25, 2008 Jul 31, 2008
Fitchburg Friday, 8:45 a.m. to noon mid-July to October at Wallace Civic Center parking lot, John Fitch Highway. Harvard Saturday, 9 a.m. to noon, Aug. 23 to Oct. 25 at Harvard Elementary School, 27 Massachusetts Avenue. (Bolton Common, MA)
Reporter's Notebook: Ridership up, but MBTA still in debt Jul 30, 2008
Planned improvements to the Fitchburg commuter rail line are also going nowhere fast as federal funding for the project has been put on hold, Connor said. This is a project that is in hurry up and wait mode, she said. (Lincoln Journal, MA)
Clinton's Mendozas among many Knuuttila endorsements Jul 30, 2008
Emile Goguen; Fitchburg City Councilors Tom Conry, Annie DeMartino, Marcus DiNatale, Joe Solomito, Jody Joseph, Dean Tran, Stephen Hay, Joel Kaddy, Norm Boisvert and Kevin Starr; former Westminster Select Board Member Lorraine Emerson; former Lunenburg Democratic Town Committee Chairperson Elaine Murphy; Fitchburg School Committee members James Reynolds and James Connors; former Fitchburg mayors Jeff Bean, Dan Mylott and Mary Whitney; Ashby Selectman Peter McMurray; Westminster Selectmen Tom O... (Bolton Common, MA)
Delays expected during work on commuter rail Jul 25, 2008
According to the Massachusetts Bay Commuter Railroad Company, due to continued scheduled track work, commuter rail customers can expect delays on the Fitchburg line, beginning Monday, July 21. Work is expected to conclude on Monday, Sept. 29. (Lincoln Journal, MA)
Sold-out field races in Appleman event Jul 25, 2008
It was a blast, said Nick Normandin of Fitchburg, who finished fourth. I love the environment. (Littleton Independent, MA)
