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Grafton man killed by falling tree branch
An 86-year-old resident of South Grafton was killed after being struck by a large tree limb in his yard on Saturday, Oct. 12, according to Mass. State Police.
BVT superintendent to retire at end of school year
Michael F. Fitzpatrick has announced his plans to retire at the end of the 2024-25 school year. Read more here.
17-27 Upton Road plans get Planning Board approval
The Planning Board has approved a special permit and site plan review for a four-story, multifamily residential building at 17-27 Upton Road.
PHOTOS: Northern lights appear across the region
Residents turned their eyes to the sky last night, October 10, as auroras made another appearance across the region.
Cummings asks for $8.3 million override for Grafton schools
For the third time since 2015, James Cummings is asking for an override to help keep Grafton Public Schools operational.
Grafton church hosts annual Apple Pie Social
On Sunday, Sept. 29, the crowds came to the Congregational Church of Grafton UCC for its 45th annual Apple Pie Social.
Fire damages building, equipment at Feedback Earth
A fire at Feedback Earth on Creeper Hill Road early on Monday, Sept. 23, caused some damage to the building and equipment.
Harvest Home Festival, 5K returns Nov. 3
All proceeds support Community Harvest Project’s mission to educate volunteers to grow fruits and vegetables for local hunger relief.
In Central Mass. boys soccer battle, Shrewsbury and Grafton settle for draw
Grafton and Shrewsbury soccer teams both entered Thursday night’s match with momentum after a successful early-season stretch.
Art call for Small Stones Festival opens Sept. 15
A panel of six jurors will select 144 works to appear in the exhibit and cash prize winners in fine arts and photography categories.
Grafton church hosts annual fair, apple pie social
The 45th annual Harvest Fair and Apple Pie Social, hosted by the Congregational Church of Grafton, will be held on Sunday, Sept. 29.
Grafton farm to host cornhole tournament
There will be food trucks, an oyster bar, the Shanty Bar and 50/50 raffles. Read more about the event here.
Cellist to perform benefit for Grafton church
Fishman is a principal of Boston’s Handel and Hayden Society and a specialist in early music. Read more here.
Traffic a concern for 845,500-square-foot UPS warehouse
Traffic remains a concern for the proposed UPS warehouse on the Shrewsbury-Grafton town line, which was presented Aug. 1.
Grafton raises stink about Feedback Earth odors
On Tuesday, Aug. 13, the Select Board discussed the correspondence from Feedback Earth to town officials regarding the odor.
Communities announce Early Voting schedules
The state primary election will take place on Tuesday, Sept. 3. The deadline to register for this election is Saturday, Aug. 24, at 5 p.m.
FY2025 state budget includes earmarks for local communities
The $58 billion fiscal 2025 budget recently signed by Gov. Maura Healey includes funds for local programs.
Crepeau celebrates final National Night Out as Grafton police chief
This would be Normand Crepeau’s final go-round with National Night Out, at least as chief of the Grafton Police Department.
Grafton musicians reminisce during Mill Villages concert
The concert was made possible, in part, through the support of the Grafton Cultural Council. Read more about it here.
Keeping the memory of Grafton’s military veterans alive
It’s been an absolute pleasure and an honor to learn more about our local heroes. Read more about them here.