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Hudson enjoys snowy Winter Farmers Market 

HUDSON - Even with a winter storm heading their way, the organizers and vendors of Hudson’s Winter Farmers Market opened for the final day...

Rimkus: Theater replica seeks new home; residents celebrate 50th anniversary 

HUDSON - A miniature, meticulously detailed “Arabian Theater” created by the late Charlie Groves in the 1960’s is seeking a new home.  Former Hudson resident...

Hudson enjoys 18th Holiday Stroll 

HUDSON – Recently-opened businesses joined established mainstays on Dec. 4 when the Downtown Hudson Holiday Stroll returned for its 18th year.  Main Street’s vehicular traffic...

Hudson deputy fire chief will retire in January

HUDSON – Deputy Fire Chief Stephen S. Cariveau will soon retire after 33 years of service to the Hudson Fire Department. Cariveau’s retirement is effective...
picture of First United Methodist of Hudson building--they offer a free monthly Friendship Dinner

Christmas Country Fair heading to Hudson church Dec. 4

HUDSON – From Santa to themed gift baskets, the First United Methodist Church of Hudson’s annual Christmas Country Fair is back Dec. 4 from...

Assabet Valley Camera Club to host presentation on macro imaging

HUDSON - The Assabet Valley Camera Club (AVCC) will host nature photographer Tom Wilson for a presentation on Wednesday, Dec. 1. Wilson’s work has...
Alex O’Hare is Hudson’s new community social worker. (Photo/Laura Hayes)

New community social worker hits the ground running in Hudson

By Dakota Antelman, Managing Editor HUDSON - The Hudson Health Department has added a community social worker to its team.  Now, a month into the job,...
Man in uniform looking up at man holding American flag while leaning out of a fire truck window.

Hudson holds Veterans Day parade, ceremony 

By Dakota Antelman, Managing Editor HUDSON - Community members enjoyed the return of Hudson’s Veterans Day parade along South Street and Main Street, Nov. 11. The parade...
Hudson native and former Town Treasurer Dave O’Neil, far left, was honored with a family party at Gibbett Hill in Groton on his 95th birthday, by, from left: Matt O’Neil, Allene Diaz-O’Neil, Kate O’Neil, Ellen O’Neil, Lynette O’Neil and Emily O’Neil.

Rimkus: Hudson native marks 95th birthday; Turkey Day Smoker scheduled

By Rosemary Rimkus, Hudson Columnist Hudson native marks 95th birthday Hudson native Dave O’Neil, who marked his 95th birthday on Oct. 25, was feted at a...

Hudson Cultural Council seeks members

HUDSON – The Hudson Cultural Council is seeking volunteers interested in serving as voting members to help make decisions about how Cultural Council funds...

Hudson library hosts first Pumpkin Stroll at Liberty Park

By Ed Karvoski Jr., Contributing Writer HUDSON – The Hudson Public Library picked a “gord-geous” morning for its first Pumpkin Stroll.  Library patrons of all ages visited...

Hudson marks its 23rd fall community festival

By Ed Karvoski Jr., Contributing Writer HUDSON – After last year’s hiatus due to pandemic restrictions, Hudson Recreation hosted its 23rd fall community festival, which...
St. Michael's Parish is located off Manning Street in Hudson.

Clothing drive to take place at St. Michael Parish

HUDSON - The St. Vincent de Paul Society is hosting a clothing drive for those in need, later this month.  In the meantime, organizers are...
Tennis buddies of David “Rocky” Zina, second from right, were among the crowd of friends and relatives who surprised him with a 70th birthday party on Sept. 19 at the Hudson/Concord Lodge of Elks. From left, Dana Frye, Mike Barberio, Brad MacCullough, Albert Yesue, Bill Percuoco, Jack Pimental, Rocky, and Raoul Ramos.

Rimkus: Community members celebrate milestones; HHS student wins roller skating competition

By Rosemary Rimkus, Hudson Columnist   ‘Rocky’ Zina celebrates 70th birthday Retired Hudson High School tennis coach and physical education teacher David “Rocky” Zina was surprised with...

Region remembers beloved dance, gymnastics teacher ‘Miss Jean’

By Rosemary Rimkus, Hudson Columnist HUDSON - The legacy of beloved dance and gym teacher Jean Beddow-Arnth will continue in the memories of at least two...
The latest piece of Hudson Fire Department history, the Eureka Fire Co. No. 1 Testimonial (circa 1880s), is admired by Firefighter Rob O’Hare, left and Dept. Chief Brian Sleeper. Photo/Courtesy Richard Hubert

Rimkus: Historic fire department testimonial comes home to Hudson

By Rosemary Rimkus, Hudson Columnist HUDSON - A large, gilt-framed testimonial of the roster of Eureka Engine Co. No. 1 (circa 1880) has been returned...
Hudson--Concord Elks Lodge #959 is hosting a cornhole tournament Oct. 9.

UPDATE: Hudson-Concord Elks to host cornhole tournament

UPDATE: The Hudson-Concord Elks Lodge #959 announced that the tournament will be postponed until the winter.  HUDSON - The Hudson-Concord Elks Lodge #959 is hosting...
picture of First United Methodist of Hudson building--they offer a free monthly Friendship Dinner

First United Methodist Church to host recycling event

HUDSON - Anyone with electronics and appliances that they wish to get rid of can take them to Hudson’s First United Methodist Church for...
Members of the Hudson High School Class of 1971 followed their “Sit on the Wall” tradition on Main Street, during their recent 50th reunion weekend. Photo/Courtesy Stephen McCarthy

Rimkus: HHS Class of ‘71 holds 50th reunion, historical society reopens in new location

By Rosemary Rimkus, Hudson Columnist HHS Class of ‘71 celebrates 50th reunion  More than 50 members of the Hudson High School Class of 1971 participated in...

Plans continue to take shape for Hudson’s RECtober Festival

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By Justin Roshak, Contributing Writer HUDSON – Plans for the Hudson Department of Recreation’s annual RECtober Fest continued to take shape two weeks ahead of...