
Johnny Bordes launches the ball deep down the sideline for a long completion. Photo by Matt Detora.
By Robert Mingolelli
Physical education teacher and coach, Sean Murphy, will retire after 34 years in the Groton- Dunstable school system.
Athletic...

The G-D offensive line opens a big hole for Caden Woolfrey, who bursts upfield for a big gain sparking G-D's scoring drive. Photo by Matt Detora

We are here to tell you about Peter VanCleve Phillips, also known as "Pistol Pete". He was an adventurer, a humble soul, and a man who loved like no...
This year more than ever, for some people in our community, the holiday season can be anything but happy. If you are a family with children,...
The Groton Interfaith Council (GIC) welcomes all to the Walk of Lights and Community Tree Lighting.
The lighting of our Groton tree has both...
Open Mic Night, Friday, Dec 8, 6:30 p.m. A fun and entertaining night out with local talent! There will be beer, wine, pizza, and drinks for...
Open Hours: Tue-Thurs,
10:00 am-9:00 pm,
Friday 10:00 am-6:00 pm,
Saturday 10:00 am-5:00 pm
Sunday 1:00-5:00 pm
(September–May)
Children’s...

The historic Waters house sits at the corner of Main Street and Route 40 between the Groton Inn and First Parish Church. Photo by Steve Lieman.
by Joshua Vollmar
One of the significant historic houses that graces Main Street is the Waters House, sitting at the crest of the hill at the...
News
Friday, December 1, 2023 - 11:28am
by Joshua Vollmar
One of the significant historic houses that graces Main Street is the Waters...
Friday, December 1, 2023 - 10:36am
Doxing (S 1116, H 1707 and S 971)
The Judiciary Committee held a hearing on several bills that...
Friday, December 1, 2023 - 10:33am
by Connie Sartini
At the Select Board’s Nov. 20 meeting, Town Manager Mark Haddad advised the...
Obituaries
Friday, November 10, 2023 - 7:27pm
Diana Peabody Bell (Deenie), age 84, died peacefully at home on Monday, October 30, 2023 in...
Thursday, October 19, 2023 - 6:00pm
Leroy (Roy) E Johnson Jr, 94, a lifelong resident of Groton, died Friday Oct. 6th surrounded by his...
Friday, October 13, 2023 - 2:08pm
It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of John Edward Harrington...
Features
Thursday, February 2, 2023 - 3:16pm
by Barbara Scofidio
Anyone who thinks of Amy Degen as Josh’s wife does not know Amy Degen. She...
Thursday, October 6, 2022 - 2:26pm
It is customary for a weekly newspaper like the Groton Herald to limit reporting to local...
Thursday, August 25, 2022 - 7:56pm
Gov. Baker vetoed and sent back to the Legislature a section of the cannabis bill that he...
Public Notices
Public Notices are also online here.
Friday, December 1, 2023 - 11:46am
In accordance with MGL Ch. 40, §15C – Scenic Roads, Townsend General Bylaws Ch. 106 and Planning...
Friday, December 1, 2023 - 11:45am
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
The Trial Court
Middlesex Probate and Family Court
Middlesex Probate...
Friday, December 1, 2023 - 11:43am
Estate of: Suzanne B. Goehringer
Also Known As:
Date of Death: August 22, 2023
To all persons...
Sports
Friday, December 1, 2023 - 12:22pm
Friday, December 1, 2023 - 12:15pm
By Robert Mingolelli
Physical education teacher and coach, Sean Murphy, will retire after 34 years...
Friday, December 1, 2023 - 12:13pm
Special Announcements
Wednesday, May 18, 2022 - 9:01pm
Any voters interested in serving on the Electronic Voting Study Committee should email Town...
Wednesday, May 18, 2022 - 8:41pm
Week of May 2
During the week of May 2, dispatch answered 1136 calls for service. The following...
Wednesday, May 11, 2022 - 1:34pm
Week of April 25
During the week of April 25, dispatch answered 1125 calls for service. The...
Happenings
Friday, December 1, 2023 - 11:37am
This year more than ever, for some people in our community, the holiday season can be anything...
Friday, December 1, 2023 - 11:35am
The Groton Interfaith Council (GIC) welcomes all to the Walk of Lights and Community Tree Lighting...
Friday, December 1, 2023 - 11:34am
Open Mic Night, Friday, Dec 8, 6:30 p.m. A fun and entertaining night out with local talent!...
People
Friday, November 24, 2023 - 5:43pm
In a carefully planned surprise, over 100 friends and family were secretly waiting at the at the...
Friday, November 24, 2023 - 5:42pm
On Thursday, November 16, 2023, Groton Daisy Girl Scout Troop #77568 sharpened their financial...
Schools
Friday, December 1, 2023 - 10:46am
by Marlena Gilbert
The naming of the newly reconstructed Florence Roche Elementary School has...
Friday, November 24, 2023 - 3:53pm
by Marlena Gilbert
Groton Dunstable Regional School Committee (GDRSC) convened on November 15 to...
Thursday, November 16, 2023 - 1:46pm
by Connie Sartini
Last week, the Groton Dunstable Regional Middle School principal was alerted...
Letters
Friday, December 1, 2023 - 10:42am
The cold months cause rodents to seek warm shelter, as we just experienced with our own indoor cat-...
Friday, December 1, 2023 - 10:40am
Wednesday December 6th, 7pm at the Groton Center, 163 West Main Street, West Groton
With...
Friday, November 24, 2023 - 4:00pm
Thank you to the over 200 people who came out for the first-ever Prescott Community Spelling Bee...
Out of Town
Thursday, April 21, 2022 - 2:47pm
The Dunstable Police Department would like to inform the public of upcoming road construction...
Thursday, April 21, 2022 - 2:47pm
Saturday April 30, 6-10 PM War Memorial Building, 8 Church Street, Shirley, MA
Join the Fort...
Thursday, April 21, 2022 - 12:22pm
British guitarist Jeff Purchon grabs his friends and returns to the Parish Center for the Arts (...