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State Senator Karen Spilka eyes run for Congress

Fri, 24 May 2013 15:59:48 GMT

Massachusetts state Senator Karen Spilka has one more reason for supporting Ed Markey's campaign for U.S. Senate. If Markey wins the seat vacated by John Kerry in the special June 25 election, Spilka said she will run for Markey's seat in the U.S. House.

Rabies case confirmed in Wayland raccoon

Thu, 23 May 2013 22:39:39 GMT

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health has confirmed at least one case of rabies in a raccoon in Wayland. According to DPH representative Anne Roach, the animal tested positive for the virus last week.

Wellesley officials warn residents of road closures, cannon firings this weekend

Fri, 17 May 2013 19:15:52 GMT

Wellesley officials are warning that there will be road closures and cannon firings this weekend as the town holds its annual parade Sunday and celebrates "Wonderful Wellesley Weekend."

Massachusetts mathletes will defend championship title at Raytheon MATHCOUNTS National Competition

Wed, 08 May 2013 19:07:12 GMT

A team of four middle school students will represent Mass. in a math competition to defend their team's National Champion title in the 2013 Raytheon MATHCOUNTS National Competition in Washington D.C. on May 10.

Zizza to receive Ellis Island Medal of Honor

Mon, 06 May 2013 20:52:58 GMT

Chris Zizza of Framingham will be honored Saturday as a 2013 recipient of the Ellis Island Medal of Honor. The medals are presented annually by the National Ethnic Coalition of Organizations to American citizens who have distinguished themselves within their own ethnic groups while exemplifying the values of the American way of life, according to a press release by C&R Flooring of Westwood, the company of which Zizza is president.

'Flag for All Seasons' postage stamps make national debut in Weston

Fri, 03 May 2013 21:14:18 GMT

WESTON -- A stamp might be a small rectangle affixed to an envelope, but for postal enthusiasts like those at Regis College on Friday, a stamp can deliver a message of resiliency, patriotism, and comfort.

Weekend service suspension of Fitchburg line postponed to begin on June 1, not May 4

Thu, 02 May 2013 19:41:54 GMT

The weekend service suspension of the Fitchburg commuter rail line scheduled for May 4 has been postponed to begin on Saturday June 1, according to the Massachusetts Bay Commuter Railroad Company.

Cardinal Sean O'Malley to deliver Regis College commencement address May 11

Wed, 01 May 2013 21:05:08 GMT

Cardinal Seán OMalley, Archbishop of Boston, will deliver Regis College's commencement address during the ceremony in Weston on May 11, and will receive an honorary doctorate of laws degree from the college.

Earth Day Charles River cleanup postponed

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 21:31:22 GMT

The Annual Earth Day Charles River Cleanup was postponed from Saturday, April 20, to Saturday, April 27, as authorities continued their manhunt Friday for the second suspect in the Boston Marathon bombings.

Even outside lockdown area, some colleges close during hunt for Boston Marathon bombing suspect

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 17:00:51 GMT

Even outside the communities on official lockdown, some colleges and universities are closed today as authorities search for a suspect in the Boston Marathon bombings. Regis College, Mass Bay Community College, and Wellesley College have all closed their doors.

A celebration of Poila Baisakh for Indians becomes a day of terror in Boston

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 16:43:15 GMT

Monday was the celebration of the Bengali New Year. But the Boston Marathon bombings changed everything, says columnist Rajashree Ghosh.

Medical Reserve Corps aided injured after Boston Marathon attacks

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 22:16:29 GMT

The first responders who raced toward the finish line after two bombs exploded at Mondays Boston Marathon included 151 volunteers from the Massachusetts Region 4A Medical Reserve Corps, doctors and nurses who expected to be helping runners with more typical and minor injuries get medical help.

Students plan to wear red in show of support after Marathon explosions

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 02:43:27 GMT

Students at the Rivers School will wear an article of red clothing Tuesday, as the area begins to respond to the explosion at the Boston Marathon.

T-Shirt design announced for the 31st Anniversary Run of the Charles Canoe & Kayak Race

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 21:32:56 GMT

The Charles River Watershed Association has chosen a design by Zachary Cunningham of Dennis, who attends Massachusetts College of Art, for the 31st Annual Run of the Charles Canoe and Kayak Race T-shirts, according to a press release.

Weston Town Meeting to vote on mixed-use plan for Josiah Smith Tavern site

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 16:00:43 GMT

Four years after Weston Town Meeting members struck down a plan to renovate the historic Josiah Smith Tavern as a large-scale restaurant, the future of the long-vacant site again depends on a Town Meeting vote.

Arts, cultural groups bring millions of dollars to MetroWest, study says

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 15:57:48 GMT

Museums, theaters, and art schools are bringing more than just culture and entertainment to the communities west of Boston. According to a newly released study, arts and cultural organizations are providing millions of dollars and hundreds of jobs to the region.

Art, robotics, and math courses added to The Rivers School summer program

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 21:09:55 GMT

For the first time, The Rivers School will offer seven enrichment courses in the summer of 2013, adding six classes to its already popular two-week Writing Workshop, according to a press release. All courses will be taught by Rivers full-time faculty.

Informational meeting for proposal to re-use Josiah Smith Tavern and Old Library inn

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 19:28:00 GMT

The Weston Board of Selectmen will hold an informational meeting on Wednesday, April 10th at 7:30 p.m. in the Amy Potter Center of the Weston Middle School, 456 Wellesley Street, for residents to learn more about Urbanica's proposal for re-use of the Josiah Smith Tavern and Old Library buildings.

Free tolls at Natick, Weston, Allston MassPike exits on Friday evening

Wed, 13 Mar 2013 18:41:03 GMT

Commuters and St. Patty's partygoers, rejoice: toll plazas on the Massachusetts Turnpike will be free for travelers passing through the Allston/Brighton, Natick, and Weston toll plazas (exits 13, 15 and 19) on Friday, March 15 from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

"Read to a Dog" program comes to Weston

Tue, 05 Mar 2013 21:46:26 GMT

Read to a Dog is about giving kids confidence by encouraging them to have fun in the Library with books and dogs. The dogs sit quietly and listen to the child read.

Valentines Day gives rise to campaign for women in India and across the globe

Fri, 15 Feb 2013 14:36:53 GMT

This month oozes pink, candy, chocolates, flowers, diamonds and yes Valentine. But it's also the trigger for movements around the globe against domestic violence.

Don't miss the twentieth annual collegiate Choral Festival at Regis College

Fri, 01 Feb 2013 12:52:17 GMT

Regis College Glee Club will host the twentieth annual College Choral Festival, sponsored by the Massachusetts Chapter of the American Choral Directors Association. The concert begins at 7:30pm on Saturday, Feb. 9 at the Casey Theatre of Regis College, 235 Wellesley Street.

Polaroid site developers to hold public meeting in Waltham tonight

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 19:35:17 GMT

The developers of 1265 Main St., home of the former Polaroid site, will hold a public meeting tonight to gather residents' input on the massive development project slated for the property.

Dedham's Noble & Greenough hosts South African youth dancers

Mon, 14 Jan 2013 14:13:32 GMT

A connection to a youth program halfway around the world is bringing traditional African gumboot dance performances to Dedham.

Local volunteers needed to make heating efficiency repairs to Waltham home

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 19:50:54 GMT

WATCH CDC, a Waltham-based community corporation, is teaming up with Cambridge-based HEET, a free weatherization work-party organizer, to recruit local volunteers to enhance heating effectiveness in a Carleton Street three-bedroom house in Waltham on the Saturday before Martin Luther King Day.