RUTLAND — A window normally lets in light. The window at the Rutland Free Public Library lets in a story.

FITCHBURG — Fitchburg State University celebrated its 127th commencement exercises this month, awarding nearly 850 undergraduate and graduate degrees. The following local students were among the degree recipients.

STERLING — Officials addressed residents’ complaints about traffic — and inconsiderate drivers — during school pickup at Houghton Elementary and Chocksett middle schools. At the Select Board meeting Wednesday, May 24, Police Chief Sean Gaudette said the issue is an inconvenience, not a safety issue, and despite talks with the principals and DPW chief, they have not come up with a solution.

STERLING — The iconic red, white and blue helix barber pole outside Woody’s Barber Shop has been a staple on Main Street for as long as people can remember, a symbol of the longevity of the multigenerational family-run business.

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May 8 1:58 p.m.: 911 - Fire-EMS, Mountain Road. Person transported to hospital.