News
At the May 1 Groton Dunstable Regional School Committee meeting, tensions ran high as community members and educators, expressed concerns over proposed cuts to various programs. During the public comment period comments by the Groton-Dunstable Teachers Association, concerned residents,...
A young Marion Stoddart on horseback in Fernley, Nevada, where she grew up. Black and white photo colorized by the Groton Herald.
by Jack Petropoulos
Marion Stoddart is a familiar name in Groton, most frequently associated with the restoration of the Nashua River that graces our town. But Marion will be the first to tell you that she is more than just the river, and that the river is more than just her work.
There is...
State and Steward Healthcare Officials Assure Public There Will Be No Disruption to Everyday Care Provided by Steward’s Hospitals Including Nashoba Valley Medical Center in Ayer
by Robert Stewart
While state healthcare officials have been cautiously watching the operation of Steward Healthcare...
Steele McCurdy. Photo by Steve Lieman
by Connie Sartini
Groton Fire Chief Steele McCurdy advised Town Manager Mark Haddad and the Select Board that he has taken a new position as the Fire Chief for neighboring town of Littleton. Chief McCurdy is returning home to the department where he started his career in the fire service as an...
by Connie Sartini
The Town of Groton has agreed to lease some of the garage bay space at the Lost Lake Fire Station to the Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR).
Town Manager Mark Haddad stated, “DCR will be responsible for covering all operational costs of the building, which will...
Kevin Kelly is awarded James E. Baker Service Award, an award recognizing distinguished service to the MMWEC organization. Kelly served on the MMWEC Board of Directors since 2011. He also served on the Audit Committee.
Kevin Kelly, Manager of GELD [Groton Electric Light Department] was recently awarded James E. Baker Service Award, an award recognizing distinguished service to the MMWEC organization, including service as a director, officer or member of an MMWEC committee.
Comments on Kevin Kelly’s...
Liberation XXIII by Dug Morton
Ed Note: The following Artist statement is reprinted from the Groton Public Library website.
Dug Morton, a native of Groton, brings a unique perspective to his art. His journey began with an Associate of Arts degree from Mount Wachusett Community College, followed by two years at the School of the...
by Gloria Oppen, resident of Groton
Although ticks are usually dormant during winter months in temperatures below 45 degrees, we commonly see an increase in the tick population and tick bites during the early spring. Most cases of Lyme disease are diagnosed during the months of May through August...
My name is Nicole Sarvela and I am so glad to be here in Groton serving as the Council on Aging Director. I live in Littleton with my husband and two sons in my childhood home. Several years ago we purchased the house from my parents and added on an in-law apartment for them so they can remain...
by Connie Sartini
Town Manager Mark Haddad advised the Select Board, “Since the Charter does not allow for an interim appointment of a Fire Chief, I have immediately begun the search for a permanent Fire Chief, due to the resignation of Fire Chief Steele McCurdy”
Haddad stressed, “Chief...