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Archives - April 1,
2009 - April 15, 2009
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LOCAL EVENT |
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Jeff
Pitchell and the Texas Flood to Play Taunton |
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April
15, 2009 - Taunton, MA - Saturday, April 18th will be
a first for the city of Taunton as nationally acclaimed Rock,
Rhythm and Blues performer Jeff Pitchell takes the stage at a
local venue. Jeff, a dynamic and exciting high-energy performer,
will bust loose with a blues fever that may permanently infect
the local music scene.
Entertainment
writer Donnie Moorhouse of The Republican claims that
"Pitchell can flat out play. He is highly revered locally
(in Connecticut) but still way too underrated. He backs it up
with a soulful voice and solid song selection." |
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Jeff
Pitchell’s Pyramid Records release "Heavy Hitter"
remained number seven on the Billboard charts for twelve
consecutive weeks. Jeff Pitchell and the Texas Flood have
continued to make headlines causing quite a stir in the music
world. Jeff recently won two awards for his songwriting: one
from the American Great Song Contest for his song "Prisoner
of Love", and one from the International Songwriting
Contest for "Eye for an Eye".
Jeff
has been on stage with and produced recordings with a number of
top-notch performers including Rick Derringer, Kenny Wayne
Shepard and Dickey Betts of the Allman Brothers. Jeff opened for
the legendary B.B. King eleven times receiving standing
ovations.
Pitchell
is a college
graduate and has taught as a schoolteacher, but he himself was
enrolled into the world of music at an early age and swathed in
the trappings of a performer. He started singing at the age of
three and playing classical piano at the age of twelve. |
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You
can find more information on Jeff Pitchell at www.jeffpitchell.com.
Only
125 tickets available; $10
Cover; Doors
open at 7pm; Show starts at 9pm; Open Seating
Email: stevesbackstagepass@verizon.net
(subject line Jeff Tix)
For reservations, or more information call 508-824-3436
Steve's
Backstage Pass
15 School St Taunton MA
508-824-3436
www.stevesbackstagepass.com |
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LOCAL EVENT |
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Earth Day
Woods Walk |
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April 15, 2009 - Norton,
MA - Join the Norton Conservation Commission for a walk through
portions of the Great Woods to celebrate Earth Day.
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Saturday,
April 18th
9am-noon
Leo Yelle Conservation Area
Freeman Street, Norton |
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'Sanctuary' Photo Exhibit At Attleboro Museum
Exhibit Features Animals of Winslow Farm |
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April 14, 2009 -
Norton, MA - 'Sanctuary', a photo exhibit by Annmarie Collette is now on display at the
Attleboro Arts
Museum, located at 86 Park Street in Attleboro, MA. The exhibit will be on display until April 30, with a small reception on Saturday, April 18, from 1 - 3 PM. The exhibit features beautiful photography of the animals who live at Winslow Farm Animal Sanctuary. |
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Debra White, President of Winslow Farm said, "These photos bring to light the beauty and soul in each of our
animals. We're very proud to have our wonderful animals shown in this way."
"Annmarie exhibits masterful skill of the camera, by capturing the very essence of the animals she photographs", says Diane Rose, volunteer and board member of Winslow Farm.
Annmarie Collette is a volunteer and board member of Winslow Farm and owner of 'Sheepish Grin" Pet Photography. More information about Annmarie can be found at
www.sheepishgrin.net. |
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LOCAL NEWS |
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Vehicle
Slams Water Treatment Plant Gates
Norton Police Make Arrest |
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April 10, 2009 -
Norton, MA - On April 4, Norton Police were dispatched to the
Mansfield Wastewater Treatment Plant at 80 Hill Street, Norton,
for a report of property damage. Upon arrival, police
found extensive damage to the front gate and fence, along with
damage to the grass area on the property. |
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An investigation by
Patrolman. Bryan King revealed that the damage was due to a
motor vehicle accident occurring earlier that morning. The
single vehicle allegedly involved was a black Jeep Cherokee
operated by Victoria Robinson, age 21, a Wheaton College
Student. Police say that Robinson was involved in the
accident at approximately 1AM and fled the scene without
reporting it. Robinson is charged with Leaving the Scene
of an Accident with Property Damage. |
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LOCAL EVENT |
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Norton High
to Hold 2009 All-Night Graduation Party for Seniors |
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April 10, 2009 -
Norton, MA – Plans for Norton High School’s 7th Annual
All-Night Graduation Party are under way. The Norton High
School Parent Advisory Board, along with the Norton Community
Task Force, have been working to organize the event, to be held
on Friday, June 5, 2009 for all graduating members of the
Norton High School Class of 2009.
This celebration
is open to all graduating seniors of Norton High and
is a fun-filled, safe and festive occasion that will truly cap
off their high school memories. The Attleboro YMCA generously
allows use of their facility, hosting the event from 11:00 p.m.
to 5:30 a.m. on graduation night, June 5, 2009. During the
evening, there will be many activities taking place – an
all-night DJ, karaoke, "reality game show, dancing,
swimming, inflatables, a hypnotist, money-free casino, henna
tattoo artist and more. In addition, there will be a huge
variety of food, snacks and refreshments and each senior will
receive a special "memento" of the evening. |
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Seniors are not
charged any fees for this special event; however the only thing
we ask them is once they arrive, they stay until the
evening is over. This will ensure a memorable, but safe
graduation night for our seniors. Parents can feel secure that
their son/daughter is celebrating in a protected environment
with no driving, drinking or drugs. It’s a giant party that
includes swimming, dancing, games, free entertainment, free
food, and free prizes. |
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As you can imagine,
an event of this nature requires funding and volunteer time to
make it all come together. This is where we need your help. If
you would like to make a donation to help support the 2009 NHS
Grad Night Party, please send your check (payable to
Norton High Grad Night) to Norton High School, 66 West
Main Street, Norton, MA, 02766, Attention: NHS Parent Advisory
Board.
The NHS Parent
Advisory Board and Norton Community Task Force welcome, and
greatly appreciate, all donations whether they are monetary, or
of time, products, or service. For more information on how you
can be a part of this community effort, please call Norton High
School at 508-285-0160 or email NortonHighPAB@yahoo.com. |
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See
more events in our calendar
section! |
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LOCAL NEWS |
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Serendipity
at Winslow Farm |
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April
10, 2009 - Norton, MA -- Winslow Farm Animal Sanctuary, located
at 37 Eddy Street in Norton, is planning to create a magical
kingdom of sorts for children who visit the sanctuary, with the
addition of a Serendipity playground. In order to obtain the
play set, Winslow Farm is seeking donations towards the cost.
This
beautiful play set, with its international design, would be a
wonderful addition to Winslow's already eclectic atmosphere and
allow children to enjoy the outdoors in a safe, peaceful
environment. Upon completion, the playground will be used during
birthday parties and day and evening events. |
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"The
Serendipity play set would be a perfect addition to our
sanctuary to entertain children and their families while
visiting our lovely animals and our beautiful grounds",
says Debra White, President of Winslow Farm. "We are
appreciative of any help we can get from the public."
To
make a donation, please contact Winslow Farm phone at
508-285-6451, or by email at wnslofrm@aol.com. |
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Winslow
Farm Animal Sanctuary is a nonprofit animal reserve, which is
owned and operated by Debra White. The farm was established in
1996 for the care of abused and abandoned farm and exotic
animals. |
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LOCAL NEWS |
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State Police
Sobriety Checkpoint in Bristol County |
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April
8, 2009 - Colonel Mark F. Delaney, Superintendent of the
Massachusetts State Police, announced that a “Sobriety
Checkpoint” will be implemented by the Massachusetts State
Police on a Secondary State Highway in Bristol County on
Saturday, April 11 into Sunday, April 12. |
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purpose is to further educate the motoring public and strengthen
the public’s awareness to the need of detecting and removing
those motorists who operate under the influence of alcohol
and/or drugs from our roadways. It will be operated during
varied hours, the selection of vehicles will not be arbitrary,
safety will be assured, and any inconveniences to motorists will
be minimized with advance notice to reduce fear and anxiety. |
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LOCAL EVENT |
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Meet
the Easter Bunny |
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April 3, 2009 - The
Easter Bunny is coming this Saturday, April 4th from 10am-2pm to
the CVS in Norton. Receive a FREE 5x7" photo of your child
with the Easter Bunny with a $2 donation to help us raise money
for Easter Seals. |
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See
more events in our calendar
section!
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LOCAL SPORTS |
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Norton
HS Girls Tennis Update |
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April
1, 2009 - The Captains for Norton HS Girls Tennis are: Calley
Fisk & Priya Patel. |
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Playing
First Singles for Norton this year is Calley Fisk (Sr.) - this
is her fourth year on the team.
Second
Singles will be: Priya Patel (Jr.) - this is her third year
playing, last year she played first doubles.
Returning
Players: Kim Smith (10th grade), Katie Schuko (10th
grade). |
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LOCAL NEWS |
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Now
Available in Mansfield
TownWebs Launches MansfieldWeb.com
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April
1, 2009 - Mansfield, MA -- TownWebs, publisher of
NortonReporter.com,
officially launched MansfieldWeb.com
today, it's fourth community website in as many months.
MansfieldWeb.com
will have the same features as its Norton counterpart
but with a focus on Mansfield, Massachusetts. On February
1st, TownWebs launched RaynhamWeb.com,
a community site for Raynham, MA. TauntonWeb.com
began publishing on New Year's Day.
Click
the logo below to visit MansfieldWeb.com. |
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