One Blackstone obituary appears this week: Melson, Bryan P., who died July 3, 2026, in Blackstone; his obituary was posted by George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home.
One Blackstone obituary appears this week: Melson, Bryan P., who died July 3, 2026, in Blackstone; his obituary was posted by George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home.
Parks and Recreation Commission approves major equipment and field maintenance purchases. Commissioners voted unanimously to buy six tables and trash receptacles for $10,725.92 from Uline, fence capping for $5,430.00, and grass seed for $5,392.00. The board also approved Bay State Bulls softball
The Blackstone Board of Health unanimously reappointed Colleen M. Strapponi as health agent and approved four health permits during its June 2 meeting. Chairman Joshua J. Ryan oversaw approval of payroll for the health agent and the four permits: Little People's Day Care Annual Swimming Pool
Blackstone Parks and Recreation Commission approves $1,475 in spending and grants field access to BMR. The commission unanimously approved up to $1,100 for fibar and crushed-stone repairs at Turbesi Park and $375 to update the Turbesi sign with new decals. Chair Bob Gilbert and members also granted
Blackstone Board of Selectmen coordinates extensive safety and logistics planning for June Semi-Quincentennial celebration carnival. Vice Chairman Mike Sweeney presided over a workshop attended by Fire Chief Kevin Roy, Police Chief Greg Gilmore, and Health Agent Colleen Strapponi. The carnival will
Blackstone Board of Selectmen unanimously promotes 26-year veteran to sergeant. Police Officer Gregory Haynes advanced after passing written examination alongside three other candidates and surviving panel interview by three external chiefs; Police Chief Gregory Gilmore cited his leadership
Parks and Recreation Commission approves $1,614.27 in vendor bills and confronts a compliance standoff with two adult leagues. The men's softball league, already in play since April 19, and Swishville Hoops both lack required liability insurance despite receiving field-use approval March 26, and
Blackstone Planning Board reorganizes and votes to recommend marijuana social consumption zoning amendment. Chairman Paul Marvelle was re-elected 3-1, with Owen Bebeau as Vice Chairman and Joe Belrose as Clerk and CMRPC delegate. The board voted 3-1 to recommend an amendment to Section 123-23.7 of
Blackstone Council on Aging reviewed spring activities and summer programming. Director Tiziana Milano reported April's Birthday Bash drew 157 unduplicated attendees and three new members, with a Baked Potato Bar and entertainment by Kim Oats; the Tall Ships trip sold out, and the October 6 New