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Shorty: Did you know that the MBTA Communities Act is reshaping housing laws across Massachusetts, including right here in Groton? How about the fact that the Planning Board is working on creating zoning for higher-density housing on North Main Street? What will these changes mean for Groton’s...
Shorty: Did you know that Groton’s nonprofit institutions own over $700 million in tax-exempt property? Find out how the town is exploring voluntary Payments in Lieu of Taxes (PILOTs) to address budget challenges and ensure fairness. Learn how a local grassroots movement and a push for fiscal...
From Beacon Hill Roll Call
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey signed two new laws aimed at increasing transparency in the state’s health care system and reducing the cost of prescription drugs. Advocates say the measures will close regulatory loopholes that have long allowed certain for-profit...
Shorty: Mike Foley’s Iris Images Exhibit is at The Groton [Senior] Center (163 West Main Street, Groton, MA 01450) runs Monday through Friday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. What makes Mike Foley’s work so captivating? Could it be that he spends hours perfecting a single shot or that his stunning metal prints...
Metal prints are more than a durable and vibrant medium for photographic reproduction —they are particularly exceptional at reproducing depth and range in shadow colors. This unique ability has made them a favorite among photographers like Mike Foley, whose work relies on capturing intricate...
Shorty: Did you know Nashoba Valley’s emergency medical system is nearing collapse after the closure of its NVMC? Learn how 13 fire chiefs are urging Governor Healey for $9.6 million in funding to stabilize the crisis. Find out why winter risks, longer transport times, and overworked first...
by Robert Stewart
State Representative Margaret Scarsdale announced last week that she was chosen by Governor Healy’s office to lead a sub-group that would study viable solutions to the lack of hospital services in the Nashoba Valley and specifically to work on the restoration of emergency...
by Connie Sartini
In late December, Chairman of the Select Board Alison Manugian, sent the following letter of support to the Community Preservation Committee advising of the Select Board’s unanimous support for the West Groton Rail Trail.
“At its December 16, 2024, meeting, the Groton Select...
Shorty: Find out how an 82-year-old driver was airlifted to the hospital after a crash and how a dirt biker fell through the ice at Lost Lake—but managed to swim to safety. How about some tips to stay safe this winter? Learn what you need to know to avoid these dangerous situations!
Groton Police...
“President Carter lived a life dedicated to peace, human rights, democracy and moral clarity. He set an enduring example of what it means to serve others, and his legacy will continue to inspire generations to come. I'm sending love and strength to the Carter family as they, and our nation,...