Local Students Receive Bachelor’s Degrees from UMass Amherst
Approximately 7,000 students received bachelor’s degrees in more than 100 majors at the University of Massachusetts Amherst’s Undergraduate Commencement on May 18, 2024 at the McGuirk Alumni Stadium.
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Anabel Costa
Molly...

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
Joseph Basile, President of Catania Oils, the Northeast’s leading supplier of plant-based oils for retail outlets, bulk purchases, and the food service industry, today announced that Stephen Basile has been promoted to Chief Revenue Officer.
In this new role, Stephen will be responsible for the...
More than 2,800 students across all schools graduated from Tufts University on May 19 during a university-wide commencement ceremony that featured the awarding of honorary degrees to a number of academic, business, and civic leaders making a positive impact on the world.
Those graduating included:...
Finn James Keating McGillivray of Groton graduated summa cum laude with a degree in Political Science from Saint Michael's College, Colchester, VT, in May 2024.
On Friday July 19, the Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) and Department of Fish and Game (DFG) sent a crew of wildland firefighters to Helena, Montana, where they will help battle one of nine active and uncontained large fires currently burning almost 46,000 acres across the state...
The following students were named to the spring Dean’s List at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. In order to qualify, an undergraduate student must receive a 3.5 grade-point average or better on a four-point scale.
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Abigail Irene Axon,
Chelsea Paige Bureau,
Anabel Costa,
Oliver...
The Environmental League of Massachusetts Action Fund has endorsed Margaret Scarsdale in the election for First Middlesex District State Representative, due to her commitment to the environment and climate action. “Margaret Scarsdale is a true climate leader dedicated to expanding renewable energy...