One of the literary world’s most successful psychological thriller authors has stepped out of the shadows, revealing her true identity as a local physician specializing in brain disorders.
Sara Cohen, a doctor living and working in the Boston area, confirmed this week that she is the woman behind the global bestseller The...
Organizers of the Westwood Community Chest's Gala of Giving that took place on March 26 at Brookmeadow Country Club report that the event was a huge success.
Some of the highlights included:
Kathryn Gentile Hometown Weekly Correspondent
Earth Day, a day to celebrate the planet we live on and pledge to protect it, is only two weeks away. There are many ways to celebrate this day, from planting flowers to learning about the earth to simply getting outside and enjoying nature. However, if you’re interested in celebrating...
By Samantha Drumm Hometown Weekly Staff
Those looking for a slow stroll, a long hike, or an at-home adventure won’t be disappointed by the over 700 acres Adams Farm offers for exploration.
The large property, purchased by the town in 1997, loosely includes private conservation trusts adjacent to the 300 acres...
By Owen Ziegler Hometown Weekly Correspondent
On Friday, under the cool spring sun, the 6th ranked Westwood Wolverines girls lacrosse team found themselves in a crucial top 20 matchup with the 15th ranked Duxbury Dragons.
The game was a rematch of last year's D3 state quarterfinal, in which the Wolverines came...
The town of Walpole is gearing up for its premier community event, as the Recreation Department prepares to host the annual Walpole Day celebration on Saturday, May 9.
The festivities are scheduled to run from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Stone Field, located at 135 School St., behind Town Hall. The...
By Ken Chaisson Hometown Weekly Correspondent
On a breezy afternoon, the Walpole Lady Timberwolves faced the formidable Natick Redhawks on April 9 at Walpole High School.
The initial scheduled match was cancelled due to April showers. Then the Natick bus didn’t show up until ten minutes after the scheduled match time. These only...
By Ken Chaisson Hometown Weekly Correspondent
The Walpole girls’ softball team finally took to the diamond against the Braintree Wamps on a brisk, sunny day in early April at the Walpole Middle School.
Braintree bested Walpole, 6-3, for their first victory against the Timberwolves since 2019. It was Walpole’s first regular season game...
Grandmother, volunteer
Brenda G. Henderson (83) passed away peacefully on April 7, 2026, at Barre Gardens Nursing Home.
Born May 16, 1942, in Montreal, Canada, Brenda was the daughter of Alton and Stella (Hantow) Williams. She was fostered for many years by several families in Canada and the United States. She moved to...
‘Born with the gift of laughter’
Elizabeth “Betty” Jane Anastasi, 91, of Boynton Beach, Florida, formerly of Harwich and Needham, Massachusetts, passed away on March 14, 2026.
She is survived by her beloved husband of 63 years, Donald D. Anastasi; her children, Donald E. Anastasi Sr. (Michelle) and Donna (Anastasi) Geheb, her cherished grandchildren,...
The Arc of Massachusetts, the leading advocacy organization for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and autism, celebrated “progress and possibility” for its community last night during its annual gala at the UMass Club in Boston.
This year’s event highlighted three Partners in Progress, whose work advances opportunities and rights for people with IDD and autism: Hon. Denise Garlick,...
One of the literary world’s most successful psychological thriller authors has stepped out of the shadows, revealing her true identity as a local physician specializing in brain disorders.
Sara Cohen, a doctor living and working in the Boston area, confirmed this week that she is the woman behind the global bestseller The...
By Meghan Foley Hometown Weekly Staff
On April 11th, girls’ lacrosse played the Lincoln-Sudbury Warriors at home. Last season, the Rockets and Warriors both had regular season records of 11–6 but did not face each other.
At 13–7, the Rockets were down by six goals at the beginning of the fourth quarter, but scored not...
By Bill Gilman Managing Editor
The Neponset River Regional Chamber hosted its annual "Taste of the Region" event Wednesday evening at the Blue Hill Country Club, bringing together hundreds of local residents and business leaders to sample the area's diverse culinary landscape.
The two-hour showcase, held from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30...
By Isabell Macrina Hometown Weekly Staff
The Medfield Music Association hosted their annual Jazz Night this past week to showcase the hard work and passion the students and teachers have for their program. With special guest performer Donny McCaslin, the auditorium was filled with people from Medfield and beyond to cheer on the performers and...
by Richard DeSorgher
During the month of August, the Pan-Mass Challenge (PMC) bike ride takes place passing through Medfield and finishing on Cape Cod. Medfield serves as a key town on the PMC route, acting as a crucial checkpoint, water stop and transit point for thousands of cyclists traveling through Massachusetts. Dozens...
National Braille Press (NBP) has announced that Payton Maley of Medfield is one of the five runners in its team to participate in the 130th Boston Marathon® presented by Bank of America. Payton and other runners are raising money to support braille literacy.
The runners are supporting NBP’s mission to provide braille materials to...
To the editor,
I am writing on behalf of the students at Norfolk County Agricultural High School to raise awareness about a deeply concerning plan by the Norfolk County Commissioner’s Office to build a solar panel farm on our campus.
While we support clean energy initiatives, this project threatens to destroy...
To the Editor,
Should the citizens of Medfield be embarrassed—or expect better from their elected officials?
I want to thank the many residents who took the time to watch the March 5th and March 26th school committee meetings, along with your outspoken rejection of this vile behavior.Your engagement proves that Medfield...
Lenny Strauss Hometown Weekly Correspondent
Sherborn Picks Up, a community volunteer organization focused on picking up litter and beautifying the town of Sherborn has begun its annual call to action, with support by the Town of Sherborn’s Select Board and its Department of Public Works.
Along with the town-wide cleanup, it joins 17 other states...
