Category Archives: Local News

Pick a Park, Give a Day, and Make a Difference at DCR’s 9th Annual Park Serve Day

Department of Conservation & RecreationThe Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) encourages residents to lend a hand at state parks and beaches across the Commonwealth this Saturday, April 25, 2015 for the agency’s Annual Park Serve Day. Park Serve Day is a statewide day of … Continue Reading ››

Un-Common Theatre Offers Two Scholarships for High School Seniors

The Un-Common Theatre Company is currently accepting applications for two $500 college scholarships. The first $500 scholarship will be awarded to a Mansfield High School 2015 graduate. This scholarship is offered each year in appreciation for the Town of Mansfield's support of The Un-Common Theatre Co in allowing use of their school facilities. The second $500 scholarship … Continue Reading ››

Local Celebrities To Judge Fourth Annual Patriot Place Chili Bowl Cook Off Presented By Bass Pro Shops

IMG_5229Proceeds to benefit the Hockomock Area YMCA’s Reach Out For Youth & Families Campaign Patriot Place restaurants will be serving another helping of their best chili for charity at the fourth annual Patriot Place Chili Bowl Cook Off presented by Bass Pro Shops on Saturday, March … Continue Reading ››

Jane Young’s new book “Dog Teaching” Book Signing Event

Foxboro Recreation is inviting residents to a book signing event on Tuesday, March 31st. Get a new copy (or your already purchased copy) of Jane Young's new book "Dog Teaching" signed. Jane Young teaches families in Foxboro how to train their dogs through Foxboro Recreation. Now you can meet her and enjoy light refreshments at the Chapel … Continue Reading ››

Discovering The Joys Of The Irish Culture At Patriot Place Festival

The annual St. Patrick’s Day celebration at Patriot Place featured live Irish music, step dancing performances and free family activities throughout the North Marketplace.  A rainy day did not stop Irish eyes from smiling during Patriot Place’s sixth annual Irish Festival on Saturday, March 14. The popular festival is annually one of the largest free events … Continue Reading ››