Month: January 2014
Green Team Gaining Traction
By Ellen Oliver After graduating eight seniors, including three defensive players and the top two scorers, the Chieftains boys’ ice hockey team is green in more than just their uniform color. “We’re a fairly inexperienced team and had a tough schedule to start, but we’re playing really well,” said Coach Steve Kendall. “A lot of…
The Independent Clause…Jan. 15, 2014
Just before press time, we received the sad news that Ernest Goldman had passed away. Goldman had celebrated his 100th birthday this past December and had most recently been featured in our November 13 edition. A longtime resident, Ernest was well known for his role in the development of the Sounds of Stow musical performance…
Public Safety Log…Jan. 15, 2014
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. Monday January 6, 2014 8:48am MEDICAL EMERGENCY A caller from Meeting House Lane requested an ambulance because he and another individual fell on the ice. The Police and Fire/Rescue…
Calendar….Jan. 15, 2014
Randall Library Programs Author Michael Tougias will appear at the Randall Library on January 16th at 7:00pm to give a slide presentation on his new book A Storm Too Soon: A True Story of Disaster, Survival and Incredible Rescue. This dramatic and inspiring program is free and suitable for all ages. A Storm Too Soon…
In This Week’s Print Edition… January 8, 2014
Where to Buy a Copy Subscribe for Home Delivery Stow Gets a Ride to Boys & Girls Club Half-days for young students can leave working parents scrambling for safe, affordable—and fun—options for child care. But, any choices outside of town may be no good without transportation from Center School. Come next week, there’s a new…
While Waiting Out the Next Storm
January 8, 2014 By Nancy Arsenault Last week’s winter storm extended Christmas vacation for the school kids by two Snow Days and delivered an uncommon light and fluffy snowfall. According to Stow resident and WHDH TV meteorologist Jeremy Reiner, that is a rarity in eastern New England, which is more accustomed to heavy wet snowstorms. …
Zaytoon: Beyond the Falafel Truck
January 8, 2014 By Ann Needle Back in a Boston childhood, ask mom to put hummus on the shopping list, and she would likely reply, “Hum what?” Happily, American palates are more adventurous nowadays, putting Middle Eastern cuisine squarely on the shelves of even the most basic supermarket. Then there’s Zaytoon, which takes Mideast food…
Nashoba Hosts DeMeo Tourney
January 8, 2014 By Ellen Oliver On Saturday January 4, Nashoba Wrestling hosted the annual DeMeo Duals Wrestling Tournament, held each year to honor the memory of former Nashoba wrestler, Frankie DeMeo, who died during his senior season in 2008. The tournament opened with a tribute to Frankie, especially meaningful as no one on today’s…
The Independent Clause… January 8, 2014
Happy New Year! Welcome to the frozen tundra that is 2014. Hope you were able to visit the website last week for our January 3 online edition. If you haven’t yet, the articles are posted here and include the recent Tri-Town meeting with officials and reps from the three Nashoba District towns and the District…
Public Safety Report… January 8, 2014
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. Monday December 30, 2013 1:03pm ANIMAL A caller on Gleasondale Road reported that a small dog was running across the road. The Police responded. The dog was not located….