Palmer
Seven Railroads Brewing Co. opens on Park Street in Palmer
PALMER — After years in the works, Seven Railroads Brewing Company opened for business on Feb. 23. Owners Rachel Rosenbloom and Michael Bedrosian have been living in Palmer since 2016 and first approached the town in November of 2021 on opening a brewery.
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Teachers nominated for LifeChanger of the Year Award
The nominees for the 2023-24 LifeChanger of the Year Award were recently announced by host organization National Life Group.
Pathfinder outlines work on chronic absenteeism issue
PALMER — During the Feb. 14 School Committee meeting, Pathfinder Tech Superintendent Eric Duda reported an increased daily attendance rate and decrease in chronic absenteeism since the start of the 2023-24 school year, when compared to previous years.
Puppy part of Pathfinder’s support of student mental health
PALMER — Soon after Scout the golden retriever began his role as a comfort animal for Pathfinder Regional Vocational Technical School District, he became loved by everyone, bringing “a lot of joy” to the community, Director of Student Services Marina Latourelle stated.
Palmer superintendent outlines district’s goals, needed improvements
PALMER — During the Feb. 14 School Committee meeting, Superintendent Matthew Francis highlighted several goals and areas of improvement needed within the district.
Palmer moves closer to town manager selection
PALMER — The search for a new town manager is reaching its final stages as the Town Council heard the search firm representative’s report on the two candidates vying for the position.
Clothing swap to benefit Palmer Domestic Violence Task Force
PALMER — Hand-me-downs for children are nothing new and children’s clothing drives are common, but what about for the mothers?
Tailgate Tavern’s annual Soup Off to support Light Up Palmer
PALMER — Tailgate Tavern’s annual Soup Off event returns on Feb. 3, taking place from 1-3 p.m. at the restaurant.
Palmer School Committee discusses future of GoFan in Palmer
PALMER — Following comments from Attorney General Andrea Campbell concerning the use of cash at sports games, Superintendent Matthew Francis and the Palmer School Committee discussed the future of using GoFan in Palmer.
MassDOT recommends Palmer station for rail project
PALMER — Following a series of studies, the Massachusetts Department of Transportation announced its official recommendation for Palmer to have a station along the proposed Compass Rail during its Board of Directors meeting on Jan. 17.