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

Local Songwriter Wins Top Honor for Breakout Single

2 weeks ago | norfolkwrenthamnews.com | Grace Allen

Tom Abbott is making his mark in the local and regional music scene. The Wrentham native won Best Song in the Rock/Alt category at the New England Songwriters Competition for his track “Time (Where You Going).” The award-winning song is featured on his newly released album “Buried Treasure Lost Forever.”“I’ve been focused a lot on songwriting specifically for the past few years,” said Abbott, a 2016 graduate of King Philip Regional High School.
Town Election Set for Tuesday, May 6

2 weeks ago | norfolkwrenthamnews.com | Grace Allen

Norfolk residents will head to the polls on Tuesday, May 6, for the Annual Town Election. The election will feature contested races for several key positions, including Select Board, Planning Board, Norfolk School Committee, Library Trustee, Moderator, Board of Health, and Recreation Commission. All in-person voting for the election will be held at the Freeman Kennedy School, 70 Boardman Street.
Meet the Planning Board Candidates | Norfolk/Wrentham - Local Town Pages

2 weeks ago | norfolkwrenthamnews.com | Grace Allen

There are two seats up for grabs on the Norfolk Planning Board in the annual Town Election, set for Tuesday, May 6. The Planning Board primarily reviews and approves land development projects while ensuring compliance with local regulations, state laws, and the town’s master plan. Three residents are running: Gary William Sullivan II (running for re-election), Daniel Sieger, and Benjamin P. Sprague. They all agreed to answer some questions for readers of Local Town Pages.
FFA members receive proficiency award at annual awards ceremony

1 month 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

2 months 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

2 months 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

Jan 30, 2025 | 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.