Grace Allen

London

Education and Young People Editor at The Conversation UK

Education and Young People Editor @conversationUK Medieval & Early Modern Italy PhD from @warburg_news she/her

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Articles

FFA members receive proficiency award at annual awards ceremony

2 weeks ago | highlandcountypress.com | Grace Allen

By Grace Allen SentinelHillsboro Great Oaks FFA Chapter On April 6, the Hillsboro Great Oaks FFA Chapter held its annual awards ceremony. During this time, we had 47 members receive a proficiency award for their supervised agriculture experience. These members work hard all year long to gain experience and be able to apply for this award. Members fill out an application form with a description of their project and information on what they did throughout the year.
Wildlife Rehabber Offers Advice on Avian Flu in Area

1 month ago | norfolkwrenthamnews.com | Grace Allen

By Grace AllenAvian flu has many people in the area concerned. A highly contagious and often fatal disease for domestic birds, it has the potential to wipe out entire flocks within days. The H5N1 strain has spread from wild birds to backyard flocks and even to mammals, including dairy cattle and pets. Norfolk-based wildlife rehabber Susan Siegel runs the non-profit Return2Wild, which rescues and rehabilitates orphaned and injured animals.
Wrentham Equestrian Eyes National Finals in 2025

1 month ago | norfolkwrenthamnews.com | Grace Allen

By Grace AllenAt just 15 years old, Francesca Morando is already making waves in the world of competitive show jumping. With nearly a decade of riding under her belt, the Wrentham teen is preparing for a big year ahead, with national finals in her sights. Morando was just 5 years old when she went on her first pony ride, at a carnival. “I fell in love with the sport as soon as I threw my leg over the saddle,” she said.
King Philip Senior Wins Congressional App Challenge

2 months ago | norfolkwrenthamnews.com | Grace Allen

By Grace AllenRep. Jake Auchincloss has named Sophia Evans, a 12th grader at King Philip Regional High School, as the winner of the 2024 Congressional App Challenge for Massachusetts’s 4th District. The national competition invites students to showcase their talents in computer science. Evans’ app, called EcoConnect, aims to make it easy for people to promote and attend cleanup events in their community.
Sixth Annual Menorah Lighting to be held at Gilly’s House

Nov 27, 2024 | norfolkwrenthamnews.com | Grace Allen |Chuck Tashjian

By Grace AllenGilly’s House in Wrentham is holding a public menorah lighting to mark the Jewish festival of Hanukkah. The event will take place on Saturday, December 28 at 6:30 p.m. The outdoor lighting ceremony will include traditional music, dancing, donuts, chocolate gelt and more. The menorah lighting, to be held on the third night of Hanukkah, is free of charge and open to everyone of all ages and all religious faiths.
Building Connection at Community Potluck Supper

Nov 27, 2024 | norfolkwrenthamnews.com | Grace Allen

By Grace AllenOnce a month, residents in Norfolk and beyond are invited to pull up a chair and join others at a free community dinner, thanks to the efforts of a small group of dedicated volunteers. Community Potluck Supper, held at the Norfolk Grange, has been going strong for 8 years now. The goal, say organizers, is simply to enjoy good food and conversation among friends and neighbors, old and new alike.
Toy and Children’s Book Swap Set for Nov. 30

Oct 30, 2024 | norfolkwrenthamnews.com | Grace Allen

Donations Accepted Nov. 26 and 27By Grace AllenA Wrentham family is hosting a toy and children’s book swap on Saturday, November 30 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Fiske Public Library. This is the third year for the popular event, which encourages families to “shop” gently used donated items instead of buying new. Alexander Cassie and his wife Krista Andberg have three children, and like a lot of parents found themselves drowning in the toys and books their kids outgrew.
Fundraiser Launched for Diabetes Alert Dog | Norfolk/Wrentham - Local Town Pages

Oct 2, 2024 | norfolkwrenthamnews.com | Grace Allen

By Grace AllenSavannah Langford is an 8-year-old child living with Type 1 diabetes. The Wrentham girl faces daily challenges while managing her condition and trying to have a normal childhood. To enhance her safety and quality of life, a GoFundMe campaign has been set up to raise funds for a diabetes alert dog—a specially trained canine that can detect changes in blood sugar levels and alert Savannah before a crisis occurs.
‘Chemo Care Package Project’ Sets Ambitious Goal

Oct 2, 2024 | norfolkwrenthamnews.com | Grace Allen

By Grace AllenFor the past 8 years, a Norfolk woman has been collecting donations and assembling gift bags for women undergoing treatment for breast cancer. Rachael Cochran estimates she has given away over 1,000 bags in total, in a quest to make women feel cared for during a difficult time. This year, during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, she has set her goal at 500 bags. Last year, she donated 350 bags.
Norfolk Author’s Third Book Debuts Next Month

Oct 2, 2024 | norfolkwrenthamnews.com | Grace Allen

By Grace AllenAmid the uncertainty and solitude of the COVID pandemic, Jeffrey Feingold found himself assessing his life and his legacy. Many older family members were long gone, and the Norfolk resident realized he had nothing but memories of those relatives to leave his children. It would be the start of a writing journey dreamed of long ago but interrupted by life and circumstances.