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Fellow citizens, we are met upon ground hallowed not by the blood of strangers, but by the tears and toils of our own kindred. We are not enemies, but friends — though passions may have strained, they must not break the bonds of our common brotherhood. If we cannot live together in charity, we...
When our country faces moments of deep political turmoil, uncertainty, and division, we often turn to the wisdom of past leaders who guided us through our darkest hours. No leader offers greater clarity or moral courage than President Abraham Lincoln, who led the nation through the blood and chaos...
Shorty: Learn how Town Manager Mark Haddad, Fire Chief Art Cheeks, and State Rep. Margaret Scarsdale helped turn a healthcare crisis into a solution. Find out who first suggested the Groton site—and how quick local action made all the difference. Groton Steps Up: New Emergency Health Center to...
A proposed 12-lot subdivision at 63 Gratuity Road faces scrutiny from the Conservation Commission and some Gratuity Road residents over questions about flooding risks, highlighting tensions between development plans and environmental concerns.
At a Conservation Commission meeting on Tuesday,...
Groton Hill Music Center has received a grant of $49,500 from the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency, through its Gaming Mitigation Fund program. The Gaming Mitigation Fund provides grants to Massachusetts nonprofit and municipal performing arts centers to spend on touring shows or...
As spring arrives, Massachusetts officials are emphasizing the need for caution on the roads, particularly when it comes to motorcyclist safety. Governor Maura Healey has proclaimed March 23 through April 30 as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Period.
The initiative, led by the Massachusetts Registry...
As part of ongoing efforts to inform residents about the FY26 Budget and town operations, Groton officials have scheduled several public events.
On April 3, 2025, a “Coffee and Conversation” session will be held at 9 a.m. at the Groton Inn. Town Manager Mark Haddad, Select Board Member John...
As the world accelerates toward an all-electric future—replacing gas furnaces with heat pumps, gasoline cars with EVs, and gas stoves with induction cooktops—our dependence on electricity is rapidly expanding. The goal is clear and noble: reduce carbon emissions and fight climate change by cutting...
Shorty: Did you know Groton may soon have 24/7 emergency care right on Main Street, across from Mill Run Plaza? Find out how UMass Memorial plans to bring a Satellite Emergency Facility—with ambulance bays, lab services, and even a helipad—to town. Learn why town officials say this project could be...
Photo of a controlled burn in Sudbury
Shorty: Did you know controlled burns were once a key land management tool for Indigenous communities in New England? Find out how Groton is reviving this ancient practice at Nipmuc Meadows—and why it could be the key to a healthier, safer landscape today.
With a delicate balance of timing and...