Sentinel & Enterprise

LEOMINSTER -- The City Council is expected tonight to debate a proposal from Mayor Dean Mazzarella to declare a piece of city-owned land surplus, which could then be sold and the proceeds used toward the construction of a new or renovated police Full Story »

The following is a list of Veterans Day events in North Central Massachusetts. Full Story »

FITCHBURG -- Faculty and staff layoffs, an increase in student fees and the delay of capital-improvement projects are all ways Fitchburg State College officials say they plan to deal with a Full Story »

Many members at Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 794 in Fitchburg served in World War II, Korea and Vietnam. Full Story »

WESTMINSTER -- Pharmacist Joe Serio describes himself as the Betty Crocker of the prescription world -- and he's cooked up something special for the grand reopening of the Westminster Pharmacy on Friday and Saturday. Full Story »

WESTFORD -- The somber voices of Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young singing "Find the Cost of Freedom" played from a nearby stereo as a group of teenagers practiced the ritual associated with folding Full Story »

FITCHBURG -- The City Council is reviewing a change to zoning laws that Mayor Lisa Wong, City Planning Coordinator David Streb, and some business owners, say will stimulate economic growth in the city. Full Story »

FITCHBURG -- Two seniors at Fitchburg High School are trying to raise $2,500 to bring the father and brother of the first person killed during the Columbine High School massacre to the city for a discussion about violence. Full Story »

By Emily Devlin edevlin@sentinelandenterprise.com FITCHBURG -- Some city councilors are upset that Mayor Lisa Wong did not tell them that economic incentives included in the Smart Growth zoning plan proposal they received Thursday will likely Full Story »

Sunday, Nov. 8 Dance2Swing: Swingin' Sundays at Leominster Elks, 134 N. Main St. Featuring Decades by DeZyne. Full Story »

PRINCETON -- Residents got the chance to sample more than 200 wines while enjoying live jazz music and food during the 9th annual Autumn Wine Celebration at Mount Wachusett Saturday. Full Story »

LEOMINSTER -- Students at Leominster High School dress in layers, knowing that heat distribution varies throughout the large building, Superintendent Nadine Binkley said. Full Story »

TOWNSEND -- High school seniors Meghan McCaffrey and Nick Flanagan said regionalization discussions between school officials from North Middlesex and Lunenburg school districts are a good idea if they could help the towns build a new high school. Full Story »

LEOMINSTER -- The Johnny Appleseed School kicked off its 50th anniversary Friday night with an eye towards raising money for future students, while also honoring former students and their families. Full Story »

The unanswered question Friday was: Who is caring for the soldiers who are tasked with treating the mental health of other soldiers, veterans said. Full Story »

Ashburnham Ashburnham Apostolic Lutheran Church, Route 12. Worship service 11 a.m. Sunday; Sunday school, 9:45 a. Full Story »

I read with interest the mayor's plan to crack down on jaywalkers. I would like our mayor to consider the possibility of adding the crosswalks in front of Leominster High School to his list of priority areas. Full Story »

FITCHBURG -- City Council President Stephan Hay will appoint a committee to review the creation of new positions by city department heads, in response to a petition filed by Ward 3 Councilor Joel Kaddy. Full Story »

Rep. Dennis Rosa, D-Leominster, said perhaps the abuse of prescription drugs, specifically oxycontin, could be higher in places like Fitchburg and Leominster because of the demographics of both cities. Full Story »

The Boys & Girls Club of North Central Massachusetts has had a lot to be thankful for in 2009, including one year in its new location, an increase in science programs and a chance to honor a few of the many local kids who make the club possible. Full Story »

BOSTON -- Michelle Wilmot joined the Army at age 17, fresh out of high school with no money to pay for college. Full Story »

FITCHBURG -- The City Council voted unanimously Thursday night to postpone a decision on whether to implement zoning changes that would allow for residential use in old mill buildings in the River Street area until Dec. Full Story »

LEOMINSTER -- Police allege two Pearl Street men attempted to lure a group of girls into their backyard Wednesday evening as the girls walked out of the Leominster Public Library, according to court documents. Full Story »

LEOMINSTER -- The city's Veterans Day celebrations are made to honor service and sacrifice, and all residents are invited to take part in ceremonies that begin Monday, Veterans Services Officer Richard Voutour said Thursday. Full Story »

LEOMINSTER -- The pressures of jobs, school, family issues and other demands on people's time leave plenty of people scrambling for meal ideas every day, said John Ciccone, executive chef of the Four Points by Sheraton Hotel in Leominster. Full Story »