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Three elementary schools, Northbridge alternative school selected for pilot free lunch and breakfast program
Beginning in the 2024-2025 school year, several schools in the North Penn School District will begin a pilot of the Community Eligibility Provision. Through the program, all students at Oak Park Elementary, Knapp Elementary, Hatfield Elementary, and Northbridge will receive free breakfast and free lunch regardless of family income. The...
UMass Chan Medical School opens new $350 million research building in Worcester
UMass Chan Medical School in Worcester has opened a new research and education tower that administrators say will strengthen the school’s standing as a leader in developing cutting edge treatments. The $350 million glass-paneled building will be a hub for neurology and gene therapy for illnesses like ALS and...
So close: Eight standout high school sports performances in the state tournament Wednesday
Teams are getting closer to their ultimate goals. Some have already raised Final Four trophies as the MIAA state tournaments continue. These eight athletes ensure their teams will keep playing into the weekend. Here are Wednesday's MetroWest and Milford-area state tournament standouts:. ABIGAIL ASMAN, AMSA softball. She was 2-for-4 with...
Worcester School Committee revisits cellphone policy, OKs it with a 6-3 vote
WORCESTER ― The Worcester Public Schools' new cellphone policy received final approval from the School Committee on Thursday night but continued to be a source for debate, as some School Committee members think it is not strict enough, citing emails from teachers and parents expressing concern. The vote required...
Mill Pond 4th Grade Spring Chorus Concert – June 4, 2024
Welcome to the Mill Pond 4th Grade Spring Chorus Concert! Enjoy the talents of our young performers as they sing their hearts out in celebration of spring. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show!. Mill Pond 4th Grade Spring Chorus Concert – June 4, 2024 added by Westborough TV on...
18 school districts receive funding for early literacy and professional development
WORCESTER, Mass. – A more than $1 million grant will help schools adopt and implement high-quality instructional materials to support early literacy. Eighteen school districts will receive money to implement Appleseeds, a package of materials for teaching foundational reading skills in kindergarten through second grade. It's free to download...
Postseason run may be over, but lasting memories remain for Northbridge baseball squad
SEEKONK ― The Northbridge High baseball team’s postgame huddle lasted a little longer than usual following Saturday morning’s Division 4 quarterfinal loss to Seekonk. Of course, the Rams, who were seeking their second straight Final Four appearance, were disappointed with the 10-1 defeat, but they were more upset that they won’t be gathering for another practice this spring or playing in any more games together.
'It’s about believing, right?': St. John's baseball ties it in 7th, edges St. John's Prep in 9th to advance to D1 Final Four
SHREWSBURY — Conor Secrist stepped to the plate in the bottom of the seventh inning with a chance to end the game and extend the season for the St. John’s High baseball team. The sophomore saw five pitches, fouling off the last two, before flying out to right field to strand two runners and send a state tournament roller-coaster ride with Catholic Conference rival St. John’s Prep to extra innings. ...
Special Olympics holds Athlete Leadership Graduation
SMITHFIELD, R.I. (WPRI) — Special Olympics Rhode Island held its first-ever class of Athlete Leadership University Graduation. The ceremony congratulated 22 Special Olympic Athletes from across the state who mastered one of three majors those being either Athlete Spokesperson, Athlete Representative, or Health Messenger. The event, held at Bryant University, also featured several speakers, including […]
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