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The Squeezebox Stompers concert at the Smith Social Pavilion. Photo by Steve Lieman
The picture above was taken at the welcome-back teachers' luncheon held on Tuesday in the cafeteria of the new Florence Roche Elementary School, with principals and assistant principals serving up burgers and dogs outside on the grill while the combined cafeteria staff prepared a delicious lunch for all teachers throughout our district. Prior to the luncheon, our new Superintendent Dr. Geoff Bruno spoke with all the teachers, sharing his enthusiasm and vision for the new school year. Pictured above are, from l - r, Principal Brian O'Donoghue, Florence Roche; Asst. Principal Chris Fleming, G-D Middle School; Principal Steve Sierpina, G-D High School; Principal Wendy Salvatore, G-D Middle School, and Mark Shaw, Food Service Director, Whitsons School Nutrition. Photo courtesy of Nancy Ohringer.
Police Chief Mike Luth (right), says “A hearty welcome to Groton Police Department’s two newest officers, Ian Pereira and Tyler Melanson. They will soon be attending the police academy, representing the Groton Police department as they begin their training. We look forward to working with them for many years to come and are confident they will excel during this important first step in their careers.”
Groton’s new Fire Chief Art Cheeks was enthusiastically welcomed to the Select Board Meeting on Monday, July 29 by a standing-room-only crowd of Fire Department members, Police Department members, his family and many friends as he was sworn in to his new position by Town Clerk Dawn Dunbar. Amid applause, Chief Cheeks’ new badge was pinned to his uniform by his wife, Barbara. Fire Chief Art Cheeks three-year renewable contract began on July 1, 2024 and will be in full force and effect until June 30, 2027. Photo by Steve LIeman
Groton’s new Fire Chief Art Cheeks was enthusiastically welcomed to the Select Board Meeting on Monday, July 29 by a standing-room-only crowd of Fire Department members, Police Department members, his family and many friends as he was sworn in to his new position by Town Clerk Dawn Dunbar. Amid applause, Chief Cheeks’ new badge was pinned to his uniform by his wife, Barbara. Fire Chief Art Cheeks three-year renewable contract began on July 1, 2024 and will be in full force and effect until June 30, 2027. Photo by Steve LIeman