The Sterling Cultural Council will begin accepting applications Sept. 1 for grants supporting creative and cultural activities as well as programs dealing with science, history and the arts. “Any individual or organization with an idea for programming that benefits the…
Fishing derby RUTLAND — Rutland Cub Scout Pack 141 invites children in grades K-5 (and a parent) to join them for their annual fishing derby. The event will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 26, at Rutland…
By John Orrell, Landmark correspondent and Kristen B. Payson, editor HOLDEN — The Holden Little League 10-year-old all-star team earned the title of Division champion, and ended their season justifiably proud of their achievement. The team played a masterful championship…
FITCHBURG — For twenty-five years, Monty Tech has hosted its Practical Nursing Program, which has no prerequisite course, reduced rates for in-district learners, evening hours, and program completion in less than one year. This remarkable evening training program serves a…
The Conant Public Library, 4 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, would like to thank the following donors for their generous support of our annual Summer Reading Program for Adults: Darby’s Bakery, Sterling Village Pizza, Chris’ Barber Shop, West Boylston Cinema, The…
HOLDEN — Praised as “The Gem of Worcester County” upon its completion in 1888, the Gale Free Library, also known as the Damon Memorial, still sparkles in the town center of Holden. A grand Romanesque revival building, the library was…
By Ken ClevelandLandmark Correspondent RUTLAND — Setting out on his bicycle from Rutland in May 2022, Michael Lussier took 323 days to make it back home. Riding the country, he saw things at a slower pace. “In my last couple…
Wachusett Outdoor Window By Ted PurcellCommunity Correspondent July was quite a ride. For those of us here in Central Mass., it was certainly rainier than usual and hotter and muggier than recent years, though not off the charts. Other parts…
By John Orrell Landmark Correspondent HOLDEN – Even as far back as high school, there were signs that Holden’s Erik Bjorn was on the crest of launching something special following his basketball playing days at Wachusett Regional High. The 6-foot-5,…
Lions golf tournament RUTLAND — The Rutland Lions Club will be holding its 40th Annual Golf Tournament on Saturday, Sept. 9, at Bedrock Golf Club. There will be a shotgun start at 1:30 pm. Fees are $260 for a four-person…