GRAFTON LOCAL NEWS & EVENTS

Grafton - Ronald G. Mack, 78, passed away peacefully at home Wednesday, July 8, 2015 following a lengthy illness. He is survived by his loving...

Grafton - Robert S. Berger, inspector of buildings and zoning enforcement officer, appeared before the Grafton Board of Selectmen at its July 7 meeting. He told the board that current fees for building permits, last set in 2004, were not covering the expenses of required building and land inspections. He indicated that for fiscal year 2016, current building permit fees would be short approximately $38,000 in covering the actual expenses. Noting that fees are based upon the square footage of the proposed structure or room, he advocated three changes: (1) a change to $5 fee per $1,000 building/renovation cost, with a $50 minimum; (2) a change to fire systems protection inspections to $200 for up to a two-hour inspection; and (3) a buildable lot/zoning inspection fee of $200 for up to four hours.

Grafton - Grafton Community Television (GCTV) will have its high definition cameras at the Grafton Common over the next six Wednesday evenings as it continues filming the 2015 series of Concerts on the Common.

Grafton – At its July 7 meeting, a strongly divided Grafton Board of Selectmen debated the reappointment of Affordable Housing Trust (GAHT) Chair Edward Prisby. What was to have been a nearly pro-forma discussion and vote devolved into a lengthy reiteration of what Prisby had allegedly been involved with earlier in the year, when a legal settlement with Pulte Homes became an issue of contention.

Grafton - Donna A. Daveau, of Grafton, formerly of Leominster, passed away Saturday, July 4, 2015. She was 55 years old. Donna graduated from Leominster...

Grafton - John David Mullen, 66, died this past Friday, July 3, 2015 in the early morning hours following a difficult struggle with respiratory...

Grafton - Michael Francis Maloney, 69, of Elmwood Street, died peacefully early Saturday morning, July 4, 2015 with his family by his side. He is...

Grafton - Elizabeth L. (Yates) Magliaro, 46, passed Wednesday, July 1, 2015 after being stricken ill. Her husband, Steven J. Magliaro, a Grafton firefighter,...

Grafton – Hundreds of residents and guests began celebrating the holiday weekend by attending the 36th annual July 3rd Concert on the Common presented by the Grafton Lions Club (GLC). The 215th Army Band of Fall River returned to Grafton for the third year.

Grafton – Several years ago, sixth-grade science teacher Laura Deschenes of the North Street Elementary School in Grafton was looking for an organization to involve her students in something that would have an impact on other children.

Grafton – Weather cooperated June 25 for the opening day of the Grafton Farmers Market’s seventh season. Visitors shopped for fresh produce and artisans’ creations, and learned about nonprofit organizations’ efforts. The market will continue Thursdays from 2 to 6:30 p.m. through Oct. 8 at the Grafton Common with two upcoming special events.

Grafton - Edward R. MacDonald, 78, passed away peacefully at home Tuesday, June 23, 2015, surrounded by his family. He is survived by his beloved...

Grafton Sunday, June 14 12:06 a.m. Maple Ave./Ferry St. Erratic operator. 10:43 a.m. Nottingham Rd. Ambulance medical – EMD. 6:25 p.m. Mass Turnpike. Ambulance – medical. 8:20 p.m. Mass...

Worcester/Grafton - Vincent F. "Vinnie" Caracciolo went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, June 24, 2015 after a valiant battle with a long...

Grafton – Where can you find colorful produce, beautiful flowers, delicious baked goods, adorable alpacas and talented musicians? Starting Thursday, June 25, you can find them all at the Grafton Farmers Market. The popular seasonal market, which will be held on the Grafton Common every Thursday through Oct. 8 from 2 - 6:30 p.m., has been bringing fresh food and more to the community since 2009.

Grafton – In addition to protecting residents, Grafton firefighters have also implemented various town events and have raised money for charities over the years.

Grafton - Patrons of all ages gathered June 20 on the lawn of the Grafton Public Library to celebrate what would have been the 181st birthday of its benefactor Jerome Wheelock, a local inventor. He donated $100,000, which matured in 1927 to allow construction of the current library. Wheelock’s statue stands across the street in the Grafton Common.

Grafton - Apple Tree Arts has announced several youth summer programs that will offer students the opportunity to play in a band or ensemble...

Grafton - Dennis R. Woodill, 66, passed away Sunday, June 21, 2015 at Saint Vincent Hospital in Worcester following a brief illness. His wife,...

Grafton – Fluttering like a butterfly and flitting like a fairy, Allison Coelho Picone embodies the spirit she tries to capture in her award winning paintings.