Paxton News

Former City Councilor Michael C. Perotto yesterday announced he is running for state representative in the 13th Worcester District.

Frank Harwood was 10 years old in fall 1985 when he headed to Honey Farms. The store didn't have the candy he wanted, so he asked an older friend on a dirt bike if he'd drive him to another store.

Charles T. Blanchard, who twice applied for the town administrator position, has sent selectmen a letter requesting a full investigation into what he calls a 'very serious violation' of his rights.

Paxton Paxton house fire traced to fan over shower PAXTON - A two-alarm electrical fire that started in the bathroom of a Crowningshield Drive ranch house Thursday night caused about $105,000 in damage, according to fire officials.

Officials from towns of the Wachusett Regional School District agreed yesterday that it is going to be hard to fund their portion of new assessments.

Tomorrow, the Department of Public Works and Parks will begin collecting leaves in the following areas bounded by: *Webster Street , Main Street , Stafford Street and South Ludlow Street and James Streets; *Stafford , Wildwood Avenue, Main and Eureka; *Main , Gates Lane, Mill Street , First and Westcott streets; *Paxton line, Pleasant Street , Tory ...

Paxton Board files objections to housing development PAXTON - The Board of Selectmen has filed its objections with the Massachusetts Housing Authority to the proposed Muir Meadow 150-unit housing development proposed for property off Pleasant Street , north of Howe's produce stand.

Marlboro's Elaine Stefanik is the kind of wife deer hunters dream of having. Saturday morning, while it was still dark and raining, her husband Mike looked at conditions and decided to go back to bed.

Editor's Note: The Southbridge Evening News last week published a story noting the steps taken to ensure enough space at local cemeteries.

Ashburnham Woman killed in crash on Rt. 12 is identified ASHBURNHAM - Police yesterday identified the woman killed in a head-on crash Wednesday as Sandra L. LaPlante, 45, of Ashburnham.

Monday, October 19, 2009 Public safety site saluted All fire, ambulance and police offices fit in complex Four firefighters salute during the national anthem during the dedication of the new Paxton public safety complex yesterday.

It was all with a big wink and a nod. -- WILLIAM J. MCCARTHY, PROFESSOR OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE AT QUINSIGAMOND COMMUNITY COLLEGE AND CITY COUNCIL CANDIDATE WORCESTER - With a bare-knuckled political brawl over millions of dollars in Quinn Bill education bonuses breaking out between police unions and City Hall, questions about the academic value of the ...

THE WORLD AROUND US Dawn Martin of Worcester carries a pumpkin she and her daughter picked out at Howe's Farm and Garden in Paxton yesterday afternoon.

You wouldn't think, walking around this high school that there were these problems.

Workers United issues endorsements WORCESTER - Workers United, a newly formed coalition of city employees and retirees, has endorsed the following candidates for City Council and mayor: Joseph C. O'Brien, mayor and city councilor-at-large; Kola A. Akindale, councilor-at-large; incumbent Michael J. Germain, councilor-at-large; incumbent Frederick C.

Bruce Swirsky talks about how the economy has forced him to close Sylvia's Dress Shop.

Using terms such as 'muddying the waters' and 'treading on dangerous ground,' some selectmen are criticizing the interim town administrator for posting a new ad for the top municipal government spot without the board's input.

I was taken aback by the cover of your August 24 issue which, to my mind, seemed to trivialize the work of the Sisters of St.

Former City Councilor Michael C. Perotto says he is strongly weighing the possibility of running for the 13th Worcester District seat that will be opening up now that state Rep.

State Rep. Robert P. Spellane, D-Worcester, who has served the 13th District that covers parts of Worcester and Paxton since his election in 2001, notified supporters today he will not seek re-election to a new term next year.