West champs next up for Bourne volleyball team Nov 17, 2009
Head coach Tim Acton was looking forward to a rematch earlier in the tournament ... These kids played great against Bishop Feehan, Acton said ... We knew this would be a real challenge, Acton said. (Upper Cape Codder, MA)
Educators predict education funding shortfalls Nov 17, 2009
The educational forum, hosted by the Acton Democratic Town Committee and state Rep ... Panel members included Mary Walz, a member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives and chairwoman of the Joint Committee on Education; Jeffrey Wulfson, deputy commissioner for the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education; and Jonathan Chinitz of the Acton-Boxborough Regional School Committee ... Attendees came not only from Acton and Boxborough, but also from Harvard, Stow and Lunenburg. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Walking Boxborough's Beaver Brook Nov 17, 2009
By Becki Harrington-Davis. Mon Nov 16, 2009, 10:33 AM EST. (Acton Beacon, MA)
A-B field hockey wins North title in overtime Nov 16, 2009
Acton Boxboro poses for their parents taking photos from the stands ... It was the game that the Acton-Boxborough field hockey had been waiting for since last November. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Acton-Boxboro 27, Newton South 0: Colonials slowly pull away from Lions Nov 16, 2009
As the Newton South football team traded punches with Acton-Boxboro in a scoreless first quarter, it looked like the Lions would be in for a tight contest with the host Colonials. South got close to grabbing the lead in the second quarter, landing on the 3-yard line with a first-and-goal. (Newton Tab, MA)
A-B field hockey defeats Chelmsford, 1-0 Nov 16, 2009
If nothing else, the Chelmsford High field hockey team wanted to show that it was better than it was when it played Acton-Boxborough in September. The Lions accomplished that, playing tough defense and getting its share of scoring opportunities before bowing to the Colonials, 1-0 in an MIAA Division 1 North quarterfinal Sunday at Leary Field. (Chelmsford Independent, MA)
PHOTO GALLERY: Douglas School's Veterans Day Program Nov 14, 2009
Douglas Elementary School in Acton hosted its annual Veterans Appreciation Program. Loading commenting interface. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Friday's scores, Saturday's schedule Nov 14, 2009
Fri Nov 13, 2009, 10:07 PM EST. A-B 27, Newton South 0. (Acton Beacon, MA)
A-B school board considers sponsors Nov 14, 2009
The Acton-Boxborough school system may enter the world of corporate sponsorship to enhance revenue. Business partnerships, more commonly associated with professional sports franchises and naming rights to stadiums, are now being investigated as a potential revenue source for Acton-Boxborough. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Girls soccer final now on Monday Nov 14, 2009
The final between the Acton-Boxborough girls soccer team and Peabody is now on Monday at 7 p.m.. The game is still at Manning Field in Lynn. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Field hockey title game now on Sunday Nov 13, 2009
The Acton-Boxborough field hockey team's final against Weston will now be played at 3 p.m. on Sunday at North Andover High School. Loading commenting interface. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Meet local artists tonight in Hudson Nov 13, 2009
Exhibiting are from Acton: Hemali Parekh, watercolors; from Framingham: Donald Gotz acrylics; from Marlborough: Susan Alatalo oil; Sandra Merlini watercolors; Theresa Paladino - oils; from Hudson: Lois Boemer acrylic; Marilyn Hanlon watercolors; Brenda B. Manning oil; Kathleen Marikar acrylic; Richard T. Salvucci oil & watercolor; from Northbridge: Brunhilde Luken acrylic, mixed media; from Shrewsbury: John B. Murphrey acrylic; from Sterling: Rosemarie Santos McPherson; from Stow: Ernest... (Marlborough Enterprise, MA)
Minuteman Career & Technical High School offers post grad programs for adults Nov 13, 2009
Minuteman Career & Technical High School in Lexington has great opportunities for learning a new field, some of which are free of charge or have a small tuition charge for in-district residents in the towns of Acton, Arlington, Belmont, Bolton, Boxborough, Carlisle, Concord, Dover, Lancaster, Lexington, Lincoln, Needham, Stow, Sudbury, Wayland and Weston. Any resident who is out of district may also attend but on a tuition-paying basis. (Medford Transcript, MA)
A-B girls soccer advances to North title game Nov 13, 2009
On Thursday, the Acton-Boxborough girls soccer team earned the chance to play for its third straight Division 1 North title with a 4-0 semifinal victory over Dual County League Large School rival Westford Academy. The top-seeded Colonials (20-0) will face third-seeded Peabody in the North title game Saturday at Manning Field in Lynn (1 p.m.). (Acton Beacon, MA)
Wednesday's scores, Thursday's schedule Nov 12, 2009
Wed Nov 11, 2009, 10:44 PM EST. A-B 2, North Andover 0. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Vegan MetroWest Network celebrates one-year anniversary Nov 12, 2009
The group s first gathering took place last November at a Mediterranean restaurant in Acton, Ichabod s Caf. On Sunday, to celebrate the network s first anniversary, members held a brunch at Caf. (Boston Globe)
A-B field hockey prevails in North semifinals Nov 12, 2009
The Acton-Boxborough field hockey team earned a spot in the MIAA Division 1 North title game with a 2-0 victory against North Andover on Wednesday at Eugene Lovely Field. The top-seeded Colonials (21-0) will play defending state champion Weston in the North finals Saturday at North Andover High School (1 p.m.). (Acton Beacon, MA)
Critics Slam Time's 'Bishops' Feud' Abortion Article Nov 12, 2009
" Asked whether this case involves how to handle the issue of Catholic politicians who support abortion rather than anything deeper, Walsh replied: Absolutely. Such differences are common among bishops, but they are handled in a gentlemanly way, and this issue is not expected to dominate the bishops' annual meeting, sources say. Kennedys Aug. 30 funeral Mass caused a lively debate among Catholics. Many opposed the presence of the cardinal and other prelates, while others preferred to deny the... (Newsmax)
Letters to the editor, Nov. 5 edition Nov 11, 2009
Mary Hunter Utt, West Acton ... Sean Coughlin, Charter Road, Acton. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Fontbonne next for No. 1 seeded Bourne volleyball team Nov 11, 2009
Hanover had girls taller than me, head coach Tim Acton laughed, But we played great defense and offense ... The Hanover coach told Acton after the game that his team kept Hanover off balance all night ... Acton cited Taylor Slesinski, Kristie Ciampa and Allyssia Janak as major contributors in the win. (Upper Cape Codder, MA)
A-B girls soccer advances into North semifinals Nov 11, 2009
Hayley Brock prepares for a shot during Tuesday night's Acton vs. Lexington girls soccer Division 1 North tournament game at Leary Field in Acton ... As it did last year, the Lexington High girls soccer team gave top-seeded Acton-Boxborough a challenge in the MIAA Division 1 North quarterfinals. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Acton police logs: Nov. 5 edition Nov 11, 2009
Tue Nov 10, 2009, 09:56 PM EST. At 12:51 a.m. public safety personnel responded to a medical emergency on Great Road. (Acton Beacon, MA)
L-S boys soccer withstands late A-B rally Nov 10, 2009
With two goals in the first 10 minutes of Monday s MIAA Division 1 North first-round game with Acton-Boxborough, the Lincoln-Sudbury boys soccer team got off to a fast start. The Warriors ended up needing those two early goals to survive a second-half rally from the Colonials and prevail, 4-3. (Acton Beacon, MA)
A-B volleyball advances to semifinals Nov 10, 2009
To win Monday s MIAA Division 1 Central/West quarterfinal against Wachusett Regional, the Acton-Boxborough girls volleyball team had to overcome a sluggish start in the first game and a late challenge from the Mountaineers in the third to win 25-22, 25-16, 26-24. A-B (16-4) will face Lincoln-Sudbury in the sectional semifinals on Wednesday at L-S. This is A-B s best postseason performance in at least a decade. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Sunday's scores, Monday's schedule Nov 9, 2009
Sun Nov 08, 2009, 10:49 PM EST. A-B 4, Concord-Carlisle 1. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Chelmsford Mothers Club hosts holiday shopping fair Nov 8, 2009
Members include residents of Chelmsford and surrounding towns including Lowell, Billerica, Tyngsboro, Dunstable, Tewksbury, Acton, and Westford. For more information visit our website at www. (Chelmsford Independent, MA)
Sunday's schedule Nov 8, 2009
Sun Nov 08, 2009, 12:12 AM EST. Chelmsford at A-B, 3:30 p.m.. (Acton Beacon, MA)
L-S holds off A-B football Nov 7, 2009
All night long, the Acton-Boxborough football team was looking to make a big play on offense ... After Eric Apgar gained 11 to put the ball on the 32, L-S averted another threat when Edward Acton came up with an interception and returned it to midfield. (Lincoln Journal, MA)
ONLINE POLL: Do you support more parking at the South Acton train station? Nov 7, 2009
ONLINE POLL: Do you support more parking at the South Acton train station. - Acton, MA - The Beacon ... ONLINE POLL: Do you support more parking at the South Acton train station. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Emerson Hospital Auxiliary celebrates 85th year Nov 7, 2009
Past presidents of the Emerson Hospital Auxiliary include, from left, Zoe Kolligian of Lincoln (1974-75), Roberta Diegnan of Clinton (1985-87), Donna Grinnell of Acton (1987-89), Kathi Cataldo of Pennsylvania (1989-91), Diana Glendon of Lincoln (1991-93), Mary Kemp of Concord (1997-99), Beth Kubacki of Carlisle (1999-2003), Nancy Kingman of Acton (2005-07) and Denise Haartz of Concord (2007-09) ... The Auxiliary s fundraising events include a holiday cookie sale, the Tree of Lights, a holiday... (Concord Journal, MA)
A-B event showcases science, technology Nov 7, 2009
Radhika Jangi, 13, looks through the scope of a surgical tool while sister Rohini, 8, and mother Neela work the pincers on the end of the tube during innovation event at Acton-Boxborough Regional High School Monday ... If you ever wanted an opportunity to redesign Kelley s Corner, you had a chance at a recent technology fair at Acton-Boxborough Regional High School ... Thanks to Tufts University and The Discovery Museums, students and adults could try their hands at remaking the Acton landmark. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Friday's scores Nov 7, 2009
Fri Nov 06, 2009, 11:11 PM EST. Lincoln-Sudbury 7, A-B 0. (Acton Beacon, MA)
A-B field hockey opens tournament with a win Nov 7, 2009
The Acton-Boxborough field hockey team opened the postseason with a 2-0 victory over Masconomet on Friday. The Colonials (19-0) took an early lead with Nathalie Gruet scoring in the first minute of play. (Acton Beacon, MA)
A-B volleyball sweeps C-C Nov 7, 2009
The Acton-Boxborough volleyball team began postseason play with a 3-0 victory over Concord-Carlisle on Friday in the first round of the MIAA Division 1 Central/West tournament. A-B (15-4) will host Wachusett Regional in the quarterfinals on Monday (7 p.m.). (Concord Journal, MA)
Walking in Mt. Hope Cemetery Nov 6, 2009
Nancy Hunton and husband Don examine a tombstone during a tour at the Hope Cemetery in West Acton Saturday ... Visitors to West Acton s Mt. Hope Cemetery on Halloween may have not stumbled across any ghosts or goblins, but they did get a glimpse into Acton s past ... To the Acton Recreation Department, Halloween provided a fitting opportunity to offer curious residents a late afternoon graveyard tour. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Beacon Santa is coming Nov 6, 2009
Originally started through The Beacon, one of the Journal s sister papers, the fund now helps families in Acton, Bedford, Boxborough, Billerica, Carlisle, Chelmsford, Concord, Lexington, Lincoln, Littleton, Maynard, Stow, Tewksbury, Westford and Wilmington. How it works. (Concord Journal, MA)
Keynotes for Nov. 5 Nov 6, 2009
She will host the event Sunday, Nov. 15 from 2-5 p.m. at The Apple Barn, Shelburne Farm, 106 West Acton Road, Stow. Fresh baked pies and beverages will be served, and donation is $15 per person. (Hudson Sun, MA)
Bank celebrates anniversary with contest Nov 6, 2009
The celebration includes a community gift contest that will allow the public to select one lucky non-profit to receive a grand prize of $20,000 including Homeowners Options for Massachusetts Elders of Acton, Belmont and Burlington - and allow one lucky person to win a luxury Harvard Square Getaway Weekend ... The nonprofits competing in the community gift contest include: Homeowners Options for Massachusetts Elders of Acton, Belmont and Burlington; Bedford Vets Quarters and the Lexington Housing... (Burlington Union, MA)
It's now or never for Waltham, Newton South football teams in DCL playoff chase Nov 6, 2009
As draining as the 28-25 loss to Acton-Boxboro was last Friday for the Waltham High football team, however, the Hawks showed up at practice Monday afternoon knowing they still have two more Dual County League Large Division games to play this season ... Our kids were there defensively, and some of the Acton kids made plays,'' Mayberry said. (Newton Tab, MA)
Boys soccer to play L-S in tourney Nov 6, 2009
The Acton-Boxborough boys soccer team visit Lincoln-Sudbury in the first round of the at 2 p.m. on Monday. The Colonials are seeded 12th at 10-5-3 and the Warriors are seeded fifth at 12-2-3. (Acton Beacon, MA)
A-B girls soccer seeded first in North Nov 6, 2009
The Acton-Boxborough girls soccer team drew the top seed in the. The Colonials (17-0) will begin tournament play at 6 p.m. on Sunday, hosting the winner of Saturday's preliminary round game between 16th-seeded Concord-Carlisle (9-6-3) and 17th-seeded Woburn (8-6-4). (Acton Beacon, MA)
Acton train panel seeks MBTA input Nov 6, 2009
Last spring, the MBTA presented a redesign of the South Acton train station, but a local committee has worked on an alternative design it believes would look and work better ... The South Acton Train Station Committee has developed a dual platform configuration that is more in character with the historic nature of the area ... The state matching funds are to be used to build a double track between Acton and Ayer, which is currently a single track, and to rebuild the stations in Littleton and... (Acton Beacon, MA)
Sleight of hand at A-B Nov 6, 2009
From his mouth, the 17-year-old Acton-Boxborough Regional High School senior pulls out a card selected by an audience member. How the correct card got there, he says, is magic. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Exciting win for the ABCC U12 girls hockey team Nov 5, 2009
The Acton-Boxboro/Concord Carlisle U12 girl s hockey team came from behind for an exciting win against the Walpole Rebels Sunday afternoon. Halfway through the first period, Walpole scored the first goal but not before being rebuffed three times by goalie Olivia Keefe. (Acton Beacon, MA)
A-B volleyball to host Concord-Carlisle in tourney Nov 5, 2009
The Acton-Boxborough girls volleyball team will host Concord-Carlisle in the first round of the at 4 p.m. on Friday. The Colonials are seeded fourth at 14-4. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Justice group will meet Nov 5, 2009
Communities for Restorative Justice (C4RJ) invites Acton and Boxborough residents to the C4RJ annual meeting at 7 p.m., Thursday, November 5, at the new Littleton Police Department, 500 Great Road ... Since then, he has helped to respond to requests to bring the program to Acton, where several restorative circles have been held, along with Boxborough, Carlisle, Groton, Littleton, and Westford. (Acton Beacon, MA)
A look at the state tourneys Nov 5, 2009
For Acton-Boxborough athletes in those sports, the second season is beginning. This fall, in every sport where a team needed to win at least 50 percent of its games to qualify for tournament play (soccer, field hockey, volleyball and golf), an A-B team qualified. (Acton Beacon, MA)
A-B Pop Warner Nov 5, 2009
The Acton Boxboro Pop Warner C Team finished on a high note on Sunday with a convincing win against the Wayland Warriors. The AB team dominated the first half allowing the Warriors no first downs and outscoring their opponent 14-0 on the strength of touchdowns by Ryan Graziano and JT Kelly. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Swimmers defeat Boston Latin Nov 5, 2009
In its final meet of the regular season, the Acton-Boxborough girls swimming team defeated its only Dual County League competitor this season, the Boston Latin School, 92-81. Two senior relays placed first to help secure the win. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Tuesday's scores Nov 5, 2009
Wed Nov 04, 2009, 08:48 AM EST. A-B 92, Boston Latin 81. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Track Outage To Cause Delays On The Fitchburg Commuter Rail Line Nov 4, 2009
During this maintenance, all passengers of affected trains whose destinations are west of South Acton will be bused to their destination. The following Trains can expect delays of up to 25 minutes. (Littleton Independent, MA)
Swimmers defeat Bishop Stang Nov 3, 2009
The Acton-Boxborough girls swimming and diving team took an early lead against a strong Bishop Stang team by placing first and third in the 200-yard medley relay and earned a 96-87 victory. Kerry Sullivan, Zinnia Smith, Carolyn Cohen and Ariel Tian comprised the first place team, which won by just 1. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Westford Academy shuts out L-S football Nov 3, 2009
The Warriors have to play really well on both sides of the ball if they want to beat their rival Acton Boxborough this week. Kickoff is 7 p.m. Friday in Acton. (Lincoln Journal, MA)
Acton Bowladrome to add diner Nov 3, 2009
A popular Acton entertainment spot is planning renovations that its owners say will help cater the facility to older crowds while maintaining its family-friendly atmosphere ... Acton Bowladrome is adding a 1950s-style diner to its current 15,000-square-foot space that will continue to foster a fun environment ... Located at 257 Main St., Acton Bowladrome also hosts birthday parties, corporate outings and bowling leagues. (Acton Beacon, MA)
A-B field hockey seeded first Nov 3, 2009
The Acton-Boxborough field hockey team is seeded first in the. The Colonials (18-0) will begin tournament play at 3:30 p.m. on Friday at Leary Field, hosting the winner of Wednesday's game between the 16th seed, Masconomet (9-7-3) and 17th-seeded Danvers (8-7-3). (Acton Beacon, MA)
POLL: High school state tournaments Nov 3, 2009
Mon Nov 02, 2009, 03:17 PM EST. - () Loading commenting interface. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Sunday's scores Nov 2, 2009
Sun Nov 01, 2009, 02:58 PM EST. A-B 1, St. John's Prep 1. (Acton Beacon, MA)
A-B boys soccer, St. John's Prep tie Nov 2, 2009
In its regular-season finale, the Acton-Boxborough boys soccer team was hoping to build a little momentum heading into the postseason. Though the Colonials didn t get the victory, they did come out with a point and what coach David Baumritter felt was a solid effort in a 1-1 tie with St. John s Prep Sunday at Leary Field. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Acton-Boxboro 28, Waltham 25: Dramatic end to Hawks' winning streak on gridiron Nov 1, 2009
The Waltham High football team had a trio of golden of chances to finish off Acton-Boxboro Friday night at Leary Field. When the Hawks failed to do it, the Colonials took advantage and rallied for a dramatic, 28-25 victory that gave A-B a leg up in the race for the Dual County League Large Division playoff berth and ended Waltham's four-game winning streak. (Acton Beacon, MA)
A-B field hockey ups record to 18-0 Nov 1, 2009
The Acton-Boxborough field hockey team wrapped up an undefeated, untied regular season with a 4-0 victory over Shrewsbury Saturday at Leary Field. A-B (18-0) clinched the top seed in the MIAA Division 1 North tournament (parings are released Monday, play begins later in the week). (Acton Beacon, MA)
Discover STEM event approaches Oct 31, 2009
For more information about this event, to volunteer or learn about other PIP Programs visit or contact: Gary Kappel or Karen Herther at actonpip@yahoo. com or 978-263-6742. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Friday's scores, Saturday's schedule Oct 31, 2009
Fri Oct 30, 2009, 11:56 PM EDT. A-B 2, Newton South 1. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Lexington Rotary joins other clubs for open house Oct 30, 2009
The Rotary Clubs of the Acton, Bedford, Concord, Lexington, Maynard and Sudbury areas are holding an open house Wednesday, Nov. 4 from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. at the Colonial Inn, 48 Monument Square in Concord. The purpose of this event is to introduce people to Rotary. (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
Wednesday's results Oct 30, 2009
Thu Oct 29, 2009, 10:27 AM EDT. A-B 8, Newton South 0. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Police log for the week of Oct. 29 Oct 30, 2009
8:09 p.m. Resident of Acton Road reported harassing phone calls. 11:22 p.m. Officers called to a parking lot on Princeton Street for a group of people being loud. (Chelmsford Independent, MA)
