Nashoba Launches Its Summer Work…July 22, 2016
By Ann Needle
The Nashoba School Committee’s final meetings before a summer break were devoted to crucial issues the district could face well beyond September. While the commanding topic of the June 29 and July 7 meetings was how to handle thousands of dollars in unexpected Facilities repairs, the SC also made crucial decisions on researching the district’s finances and hiring key staff.
Nashoba Valley Winery in Fight to Keep Licenses…July 22, 2016
By Shauna Neidigh
Nashoba Valley Winery is at risk of losing its pouring or farming licenses and continuing to operate as it has for the past 16 years if an amendment is not passed by the state senate by the end of this month.
Editor’s Desk: SUMMER PRINT SCHEDULE… July 15, 2016
Well, vacation is over, but it’s still summer, so there’s that. We had a great week and it was hard to get back into the swing of things, but that’s to be expected. This is our ONLINE ONLY edition. The remaining summer schedule is posted below. I plan to soak up as much free time…
Nashoba Building Repair List a Surprise… July 15, 2016
By Ann Needle
The Nashoba School District could be responsible for thousands of dollars in unexpected building repairs, and at its June 29 meeting, the Nashoba School Committee began tackling how to sort out what is owed and how to pay for it. To help grapple with these issues, the SC voted to add meeting time to its already-scheduled July 6 Collective Bargaining Workshop.
Fourth of July Parade… July 15, 2016
The Bolton Parks and Recreation Commission, together with Bolton Loco, sponsored a Fourth of July Celebration on Saturday, July 2. The event included a Bike Decorating/Kids’ Parade from the Bolton Public Library to the Florence Sawyer School, the Lincoln Minutemen Reenactors, a kids race with awards and a Lawn Tractor race. A Family Field Day…
Fourth of July Flag Raising… July 15, 2016
On Monday, July 4, the first raising of the American Flag on the Bolton Town Common was organized by members of the Bolton Conservation Trust. The Bolton Boy and Girl Scout groups assisted. Thank you to Ken and Deb Horton for the photos of the event.
Outdoor Product Review: Deer fly patches… July 15, 2016
Contributed By Kirk Teska
Every summer, about this time, the deer flies arrive after wintering in hell. I used to be able to outrun them but no longer. Nothing works – they lick Deet off your body and then whisper in your ear, “That’s all you got?” While trail running in the woods, they herd up and follow you. taking turns biting your neck and ears. The kamikaze ones fly right down your throat.
Obituary… July 15, 2016
John (Jack) Howley, 82 Jack Howley, also known as Dad, Papa, and Papa Jack, 82 years of age, passed from this life into the arms of his Savior on July 6, 2016. Jack was born and raised in Watertown, MA. He married Marion McNeely in 1953 and eventually they settled in Bolton, MA to raise…
Bolton Police Report… July 15, 2016
Compiled by Lynda King Excerpts from the Public Safety Logs. Please note, arrests are made based on probable cause but do not determine guilt or innocence until proven in court. Police Log: July 4 – 10 Police made 42 traffic stops, which resulted in 26 citations and 16 verbal warnings. In addition, they responded to…
Golf Academy at The International… July 15, 2016
It’s all about IMPACT and getting the ball in the hole, in the fewest strokes! A career that includes 3 All American selections, winning the Haskins Award twice, 15 years on the PGA Tour, 15 years of Golf broadcasting, and author of The Impact Zone, and now PGA Master Professional of Teaching and Coaching, make…