The Duncan Banner · Gardner, MA
Virginia Craig, born Oct. 30, 1924, just outside of Boston, in Gardner, Massachusetts, attributes her longevity and good health to taking good care of herself. Tamara Gregor / The Duncan Banner Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... “It’s been a good life,” Virginia Craig said while reflecting on over 100 years of life and love.Craig, born Oct. 30, 1924, just outside of Boston, in Gardner, Massachusetts, attributes her longevity and good health to taking good care of herself.kAm$96 46=63C2E65 96C `__E9 3:CE952J 2=@?8D:56 7C:6?5D H:E9 2 42?2DE2 82>6 @? ~4E] aa[ a_ac[ 2?5 D96 EFC?65 `_a ~4E] b_[ a_ae]k^Am kAmrC2:8 92D 82E96C65 H:E9 7C:6?5D E@ A=2J 42?2DE2[ 3C:586 2?5 >2?J @E96C 42C5 82>6D 7@C D6G6C2= J62CD]k^AmkAmrC2:8 D2:5 D96’D <6AE :? 8@@5 962=E9 3J H2=<:?8 2== 96C =:76 F?E:= 9:A AC@3=6>D 3682?] q67@C6 E96?[ rC2:8 H2=<65 2?5 5:5 2== @7 96C @H?
Athol Daily News · Athol, MA
Nearby: Athol, MABelchertown, MA – David Loyola Wickham, affectionately known as Gramps, Smurf, or simply Dave, lived a life marked by unwavering dedication and love. Born on January 3, 1942, in Athol, Massachusetts, he was a graduate of Athol High School, class of 1959 and received his Bachelor’s Degree from The University of Massachusetts.David spent his formative years in the vibrant communities of Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Colorado. With a sharp mind and a generous heart, he pursued a successful career as a CPA, where he served his clients with integrity, also forming lasting friendships. His love for his alma mater, UMass, remained steadfast throughout his life, a true testament to his passion for learning and growth.A proud and loving grandfather, David’s world revolved around his cherished granddaughters, Alicia, Ayla, and Kensy. He found joy in their laughter and stories, creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Athol Daily News · Athol, MA
Nearby: Athol, MAATHOL – Nearly 80 veterans and family members, Athol residents, and town officials attended Wednesday’s Veterans Day ceremonies in Memorial Hall at Athol Town Hall. Master of ceremonies Scott Hume, president of the Athol Veterans Council, welcomed the audience and read the poem “Remember the Veterans,” written by the late Athol native and World War II pilot Gordon Briggs. In an address titled “A Force to be Reckoned With,” guest speaker U.S. Army Sergeant (Ret.) Sheila Pelletier gave attendees a lesson on the contributions of women to the American military. “From the battlefields of the American Revolution to the deserts of Iraq and the mountains of Afghanistan, women have been serving in the military in one form or another for more than 200 years,” Pelletier said.
Athol Daily News · Athol, MA
Nearby: Athol, MAEdwin J. “Ed” Sterling ATHOL, MA – Edwin J. “Ed” Sterling, 91, of Farnsworth Avenue, passed at home with his family at his side on Sunday afternoon, October 25, 2026.Born in Keene, NH on November 3, 1934, he was the son of Harland Edwin Sterling and Grace Pearl (Castor) Sterling.Edwin was married to Ruth Ann (Hamlett) Sterling, celebrating over 50 years, 20 years in New Hampshire and 30 years in Athol, MA. Ed his survived by his wife, Ruth Ann Sterling, and several nieces and nephews.Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his siblings, Beverly, Charles, Ann, William (Bill),Ed worked in his father’s plumbing and heating business, Sterling Plumbing & Heating, and later other local plumbing companies, then Kingsbury Machine (Keene, NH) where he retired after 15 years. Ed and Ruth Ann moved to Athol after both of them retired. Ed enjoyed going on daily trips and going out for lunch.Ed loved marching in parades and playing concerts.
The Harvard Crimson · Harvard, MA
Nearby: Harvard, MANews Three Tickets Vie to Lead Harvard Institute of Politics in Contested Election The Harvard Institute of Politics is located at 79 John F. Kennedy Street. Three student tickets are vying to lead the IOP as elections approach this weekend. | By Zadoc I.N. Gee By Jen L. Phan and Mirei S. Saneyoshi, Crimson Staff Writers Three tickets will compete to lead the Harvard Institute of Politics in elections this weekend, setting up a contested race after the current executive team ran unopposed last year.IOP members will choose a president and vice president, along with a treasurer, and communications director to serve for the 2027 calendar year.Nearly 1,000 IOP members will be eligible to cast their ballots through an online form, which opens Saturday morning and closes Sunday night. Candidates released their platforms to IOP members through a digital voter guide Monday morning.The three tickets running for president and vice president are Rhea P. Maniar ’28 and Justin D.
Amherst Bulletin · Belchertown, MA
Nearby: Belchertown, MABELCHERTOWN — The Massachusetts Water Resources Authority on Thursday dropped its proposal to withdraw an additional 20 million gallons a day from the Quabbin Reservoir in response to loud opposition from communities surrounding the watershed. Opposition boiled over in September, when more than 130 people packed Belchertown Town Hall to speak against the request. Commenters said MWRA had not justified the size of the withdrawal or disclose the destination. The outcry continued throughout the monthlong public comment period, culminating in more than 1,000 submissions from residents, municipal officials and legislators. These concerns ultimately led the agency to rescind its request, MWRA Interim Executive Director Stephen Estes-Smargiassi wrote in a Thursday letter to the Water Resources Commission.
The Grafton News · Grafton, MA
Nearby: Grafton, MAStaff Report Grafton dodged a potential hit to school funding, a forced zoning overhaul and a cut to its budget this election, and voters made… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
The Grafton News · Grafton, MA
Nearby: Grafton, MABy Melissa McKeon, Correspondent The select board approved the suggestion from Grafton Recreation Director Adam Lapointe to raise fees at Silver Lake and for the… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
The Grafton News · Grafton, MA
Nearby: Grafton, MABoth the town’s state officials ran unopposed. State Representative, 9th Worcester District: David Muradian Jr., Republican incumbent, unopposed State senator, 2nd Worcester District: Michael Moore,… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Daily Hampshire Gazette · Amherst, MA
Nearby: Amherst, MAGorth joins Eric Carle Museum board of trustees PHILLIP GORTH AMHERST — The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art has appointed Phillip W. Gorth to its board of trustees. Gorth is an Amherst native and a graduate of Amherst College, where he studied law, jurisprudence and social thought. He subsequently built a career in finance and investment management in New York City and attended Columbia Business School, participating in the Value Investing Program. Since 2014, he has focused on managing personal investments and philanthropy. Gorth maintains deep ties to the Amherst community and a strong commitment to supporting the people and institutions that have shaped him. He established a scholarship at Amherst College that gives special consideration to students who demonstrate excellence in writing and service to the Amherst community.
Amherst Bulletin · Amherst, MA
Nearby: Amherst, MAAMHERST — During World War II, a recruiting slogan stated, “She’s a WOW.” For those playing for the East Amherst Eggheads team, knowing that WOW stood for “Woman Ordnance Worker” earned five points. It also crowned Tim Hope, Josh Polak and Kurt Sundeen as champions at the recent Amherst Trivia Bee. In what organizer John Page of the Amherst Education Foundation said was a record-setting year, 24 teams and more than 100 players faced off for recognition as mavens of arcane knowledge, with many local businesses, nonprofits and community organizations sponsoring teams. Held at The Drake in downtown Amherst, the 32nd contest raised $14,140 to support grant applications from teachers and staff at the Amherst, Amherst-Pelham Regional and Pelham, Shutesbury and Leverett schools, to bring students innovative projects and learning opportunities.
Amherst Bulletin · Amherst, MA
Nearby: Amherst, MAAMHERST — Suggestions related to transportation and parking in Amherst can be made through a new online request form, with any ideas submitted to get a reviewed and discussed by the Transportation and Parking Commission. The service requests, which can be made at amherstma.gov/TPR, include any permanent changes to roads and sidewalks, such as placement of crosswalks, speed limits and truck restrictions, and improvements, amenities or traffic-calming measures. Bicycle and pedestrian safety concerns can also be noted, along with requests to change parking or to close roads and sidewalks for the long term, though for more immediate issues, such as potholes or missing street signs, residents should continue to use SeeClickFix. After review, any recommendations for change will be sent to the Town Council and Town Manager Paul Bockelman for approval and implementation.