Mountaineer skaters capture 11th Borough Cup

By John Orrell Landmark Correspondent WESTBOROUGH — It’s seen as an annual precursor to a new and challenging season for the Wachusett Regional High varsity ice hockey team, and for this year’s Borough’s Cup, its circle of competitors shone once…

Captaincy as a junior a perfect match for Paredes

By John Orrell Landmark Correspondent HOLDEN — When first-year Wachusett Regional High boys’ varsity soccer head coach Rick Porter took the job guiding the green and white this fall, one of this initial responsibilities was choosing captains for the upcoming…

Adversity is no stranger for student-athlete Hannah Best

By John Orrell Landmark Correspondent HOLDEN — To witness and fully comprehend the spirited play that Wachusett Regional High senior Hannah Best delivers when on the volleyball or basketball court is nothing short of astounding, considering the adversity and hardships…

Mountaineers notch 31-22 victory in Thanksgiving rivalry

By John Orrell Landmark Correspondent HOLDEN — Ask any player, coach or supporter of the Wachusett Regional High football program what could be better than defeating rival Shrewsbury High on Thanksgiving Day, and the results might surprise. Yes, victory is…

Holden Turkey Trot draws a crowd

By Kristen B. Payson Editor HOLDEN — Almost 1,200 people registered for the Be Like Brit Foundation’s annual 5K Turkey Trot, held Nov. 23 (Thanksgiving). Runners, strollers, canines, and costumed participants started a bit after 8 a.m., heading out on…

Wachusett girls on gold medal CAN/AM hockey team

By Julie Horrigan Team volunteer WORCESTER — The Junior Crusaders Youth Hockey Association proudly announces that the organization’s U12 Platinum Girls Hockey Team won gold at the prestigious CAN/AM Hockey Tournament in Lake Placid, New York, on Nov. 5. The…