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by Connie Sartini
President of the Friends of Prescott Steve Lane told the Select Board that the Friends appreciate the Board allowing them to continue to use the former school building. Lane stressed that “thousands” use the facility and its programs.
There was only one proposal received for...
In Massachusetts a town charter is a legal document that outlines the structure and authority of local government. It essentially acts as the town’s "constitution," detailing how the town is governed and how various functions and responsibilities are handled. Here’s what a town charter typically...
As Groton embarks on the important task of reviewing its Town Charter, it's essential that this process is not seen as merely routine but as a vital opportunity to ensure that our town’s governance continues to serve the needs of all residents.
The upcoming Charter Review Committee, tasked with...
by Connie Sartini
At their Monday night meeting, Town Manager Mark Haddad provided the Select Board with a Fiscal Year 2024 report for the Groton Country Club.
He stressed, “Fiscal Year 2024 was another successful year for the Groton Country Club. It was a record year for revenue. The Club...
NOA Gallery presents the first-ever solo show of New York artist Linda Puiatti, Atmospheric, at Newbury Court in Concord.
Puiatti's paintings are sought out by art lovers around the world, and many are inspired by the years that she lived in New England. This show, with 31 of her oil paintings—...
Photos of Groton Senator John Cronin at Democratic National Conventio. See Upper left corner for detail.
Shorty: Find out how Groton’s State Senator John Cronin made his mark at the Democratic National Convention. Learn about his reflections on the party's unity, his critique of the GOP’s Project 2025, and his thoughts on the upcoming election.
by Robert Stewart
For a locally elected State Senator...
Shorty: Discover the little-remembered story of the Prescott family, the influential leaders who helped shape Groton and played pivotal roles in the American Revolution and then Shays’s Rebellion. Learn how these remarkable brothers led the charge for independence and uncover the challenges they...
by Russ Harris
At their meeting of August 19, the Groton Conservation Commission adopted new hunting regulations aimed at improving the management and protection of conservation properties within the town.
For non-hunters, a hunting stand is a platform or structure, often elevated, where...
Shorty: Discover why a vacant building in West Groton square might soon see new life. Find out how plans to bring a liquor store to the former Clover Farms location are gaining traction with town officials. Learn about the key concerns, potential challenges.
by Connie Sartini
Sachin Patel had...
A TED conference is a global event organized by the nonprofit organization TED (Technology, Entertainment, Design). These conferences are known for featuring short, powerful talks (typically 18 minutes or less) on a wide range of topics, including science, technology, education, business, and...