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Shorty: Did You Know Emergency Calls in Groton Are Up 10–12% this year? Learn why the Groton Fire Department says doubling their size is the only way to keep up with demand. What about the impact of Nashoba Hospital’s closure on response and transport times? Chief Art Cheeks calls it a public...
Shorty: What happens when a routine maintenance project skirts environmental regulations? Find out how the West Groton Water Supply District handled grading and gravel installation within a sensitive buffer zone—and what the Conservation Commission had to say about it. Learn why a ‘negative...
Learn about the progress on the Hill Road wetland cleanup, where cooperation with property owners feels like building a stone wall by hand—slowly, deliberately, and carefully. Find out what challenges still stand in the way. What about the lingering trailers and site access concerns? How about the...
The Groton Police Department will be collecting new unwrapped toys in partnership with the Groton Community Children's Fund, to bring the holiday season to local children and families who may be struggling this winter, so every child can experience the joy of the winter holidays.
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Shorty: Did you know thousands of children in Massachusetts rely on state-licensed childcare programs every day? Learn what a recent audit uncovered about lapses in oversight, including missed safety checks and delayed investigations into child abuse reports. Find out how these issues could be...
Shorty: Did you know a beloved Groton teacher’s legacy is now shaping the future of local students? Find out how a $200,000 donation from Joseph DiPietro led to the creation of the Peter Twomey Youth Center Trust Fund, ensuring after-school programs thrive for years to come. Learn how this new fund...
Shorty: Did you know Groton’s draft Master Plan has sparked both excitement and skepticism among town officials and residents? Learn how the ambitious goals aim to shape the town’s future, and find out why some are questioning its feasibility and priorities. What about concerns over affordability...
Shorty: Did you know Groton’s draft Master Plan aims to shape the town’s growth while preserving its rural vibe? Learn how this roadmap tackles housing, transportation, sustainability, and more. Find out what strategies could address pressing challenges, all claiming to ensure a vibrant future for...
• Post Election Analysis: Groton’s Vote in Presidential Election Followed Statewide and National Trends in Voting Patterns Although on Smaller Scale
Shorty: Did You Know that in the 2024 Presidential Election, Donald Trump made surprising gains across Massachusetts, including in traditionally...
Gov. Healey announced $3.2 million in Grants for Registered Apprenticeship Opportunities in Workforce to 29 organizations to train and place 514 apprentices across the state. The grants, which include contract renewals and new awards, leverage more than $2 million in state funding complemented...