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By Danielle Ray Landmark Correspondent STERLING — The fire station was abuzz with activity and excitement Aug. 18 for the filming of segments for Boston 25 News ZIP Trips that are all about Sterling. The town turned out for the…

By John Orrell Landmark Correspondent HOLDEN — In a relatively quiet and unassuming way, Wachusett Regional High’s Rileigh Leary has become one of this region’s premier lacrosse players, a contention that is barely debatable. That opinion is buttressed by coaches…

By Thomas Valentine Wachusett Bravehearts While many of their opponents may have considered the Wachusett Bravehearts underdogs this summer, the Bravehearts players and coaches quickly shook that label, thanks to consistency and hard work. The Bravehearts, a club baseball team…

POLICE Holden Aug. 1 7:05 a.m.: Radio, disabled motor vehicle, Main Street and Lovell Road. 7:08 a.m.: Phone, power outage/Light Dept. call, Highland Avenue. Referred to other agency. 7:53 a.m.: Phone, Fire-EMS, Thayer Circle. Person transported to hospital. 8:22 a.m.:…

STOW — As thousands of young adults make their way to Massachusetts colleges and universities, fire service leaders are reminding students and parents to be sure their living spaces have working smoke alarms and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms, and that…

Dear Readers, We were extremely fortunate to have good weather for Holden Days this past Saturday, for which Jen Stanovich, executive director of the Wachusett Area Chamber of Commerce, was very grateful. At The Landmark booth on Main Street, I…

By Kristen B. Payson Editor HOLDEN — The annual Holden Days event returns to town Aug. 26, celebrating its 42nd year. Last year was the first after a two-year hiatus due to the COVID pandemic, and Jennifer Stanovich, executive director…

By Jan Gottsman The Item STERLING — Sterling Fair is only a couple of weeks away, but things are taking shape. The fair is at its usual time, the weekend after Labor Day, which this year is Sept. 8 to…

By Ken Cleveland Landmark Correspondent HOLDEN — “I make all kinds of items, and always say there is something for everyone,” Denise LaRoche said. Her crochet work ranges widely, including “fun stuffed animals/characters, dream catchers, reusable cleaning items, succulents and…