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Local students make dean’s list
Several local students have been named to the dean’s list for the 2023 spring semester. Additionally, a Shrewsbury resident who attends Stanford University received a top graduate research award.
Shoe manufacturer gave Grafton an enduring gift
Grafton is notably known for its role in the shoe industry during the 1800s. Shoe manufacturing was run in homes with a lot of tedious work, done by hand.
Traffic closures, advisories for Labor Day Parade
The following parking and traffic restrictions will be in effect on Monday, Sept. 4, due to the Labor Day Parade.
Cornhole tournament at Houlden Farm
Houlden Farm on Old Westboro Road will host the fourth annual Stephen H. Roney Cornhole Tournament on Saturday, Sept. 30.
Gov. Healey signs state budget: here are the local earmarks
The budget, which calls for increased local aid and free universal school meals, also includes funding for several local initiatives.
Flash floods dump rain into the region
While parts of the state experienced tornado warnings, the NWS issued severe thunderstorm and flash flood warnings for parts of the region.
North Grafton resident to run in Falmouth for autism research
Jack Fontana will be running the 2023 Falmouth Road Race as a member of Dougie’s Team supporting the Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism.
Grafton ponders what to do about ‘nip’ bottles
They are found among the weeds and along the edges of parking lots and curbs: the little plastic bottles of liquor known as “nips.”
Local Girls on the Run sites get ready for fall season
Girls on the Run Worcester County is ready for its fall season and is anticipating more than 25 sites across the county to host its program.
Canines cool off at Grafton’s Silver Lake Beach
Over 40 canines attended the Grafton Recreation Department’s Doggie Dip Day at Silver Lake Beach on Aug. 13.
Willard House and Clock Museum to host antique car event
The Willard House and Clock Museum, 11 Willard St., will host a car lawn event on Saturday, Aug. 19 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
National Weather Service issues tornado warning for area
The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Warning for the area until 9:30 a.m.
Grafton Police host annual National Night Out
Hundreds of residents stopped by the police station on Providence Road for the annual National Night Out sponsored by Grafton police.
Willard museum offers free admission Aug. 10
Come to the Willard House and Clock Museum for free admission Thursday, Aug. 10, courtesy of the Highland Street Foundation.
Hundreds gather to stargaze at Willard museum
Over 150 people gathered at the Willard House and Clock Museum in Grafton to gaze into the night sky with numerous high-powered telescopes.
Community Harvest Project named TerraCorps service site
Community Harvest Project has been selected as a TerraCorps service site for the 2023-24 service year, which runs from Aug. 28 to July 26.
Grafton, Hudson police to sponsor National Night Out
The Grafton and Hudson Police Departments are inviting residents to the annual National Night Out.
Grafton High School welcomes new athletic director
Grafton High School announced on July 6 that Ashley Paulsen would become the school’s new athletic director.
Grafton library, museum to present stargazing program
The Willard House and Clock Museum and the Grafton Public Library will present the James Webb Space Telescope + Stargazing Party
BVT students from Grafton perform well at SkillsUSA
Blackstone Valley Regional Vocational Technical High School students proved their vocational-technical ability at the 59th annual SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference.