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09/05/2024

The following is an excerpt of the North Attleborough Police Logs from Aug. 20 – Aug. 28. The full logs can be found at the North Attleborough Police Station. Tuesday, Aug. 20 7:20 a.m. Police responded to a civil complaint on East Street. 7:33 a.m. A motor vehicle accident on East Street with no ...

Be sure to get your copy of the newest edition of the Reporter. New Staff Writer Amber Angove is featured prominently, w...
09/05/2024

Be sure to get your copy of the newest edition of the Reporter. New Staff Writer Amber Angove is featured prominently, with an update on the new high school, a look at the Red Rocketeers football team and photos of the first day at Roosevelt School

09/04/2024

On Saturday, Sept. 14, the Hockomock Area YMCA will hold the Spier Family Kindness for Kids 5K and Family Fun Day at the Y’s Invensys Foxboro Branch. This annual event includes a 5K, a free Kids Fun Run for ages 12 and under, and free family-friendly activities provided by the YMCA and community p...

“The event, reminiscent of trick-or-treating but with a scholarly twist, saw 140 kids visiting more than 30 downtown bus...
09/04/2024

“The event, reminiscent of trick-or-treating but with a scholarly twist, saw 140 kids visiting more than 30 downtown businesses to collect school supplies and other goodies. Businesses without a downtown storefront set up shop in the Masonic Lodge, ensuring they could still contribute to the cause.”

[email protected] North Attleborough’s downtown bustled with activity on Aug. 21 as the Downtown Associates of North Attleborough (DANA) hosted its annual Back to School Shuffle. The event, reminiscent of trick-or-treating but with a scholarly twist, saw 140 kids visiting more than 30 do...

09/03/2024

[email protected] At its meeting on Aug. 27, the School Building Committee approved the installation of a geothermal HVAC system as part of the new high school. The system was chosen for its high energy efficiency, reduced operational costs and environmental benefits. This meeting is part....

“From 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., the heart of North Attleborough will transform into a vibrant hub of activity. The downtown stre...
09/03/2024

“From 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., the heart of North Attleborough will transform into a vibrant hub of activity. The downtown streets will be closed off, stretching from Town Hall down to the library, allowing pedestrians to stroll safely and immerse themselves in the excitement.”

Mark the calendars for Wednesday, Sept. 18, as North Attleborough gears up for the highly anticipated 4th Annual Downtown North Attleborough Collaborative Block Party. This free event, organized by the collaborative group of North Attleborough small businesses and volunteers, promises an evening of....

09/02/2024

It has been brought to our attention that some of the names in the article on the Red Rocketeers fall season were misspelled. Those errors have been corrected and any further issues can be sent to [email protected].

09/02/2024

Between Aug. 18 and Aug. 25, the North Attleborough Fire Department responded to 118 incidents. 75 Emergency Medical Services (22 required Advanced Life Support) 2 Vehicle fires 9 Motor vehicle accidents with injuries 1 Motor vehicle/pedestrian accident 1 Gas leak 2 Electrical problems 1 Cover assig...

“Our September meeting will be held Thursday, Sept. 19, at 10 a.m. at the Little Red School House next to the Woodcock G...
09/02/2024

“Our September meeting will be held Thursday, Sept. 19, at 10 a.m. at the Little Red School House next to the Woodcock Garrison House located on North Washington Street. Visitors are always welcome. The club will be welcoming Tyler Simonds, conservation administrator for North Attleboro. Tyler will be presenting a program about conservation around town.”

September for the Angle Tree Garden Club means getting back to our in-person meetings and continuing our work on the gardens we tend in North Attleboro. Members will be receiving their new program books at our September meeting, which is the first of the 2024-25 season. We are having a variety of pr...

With new senior leadership at the helm, Strachan’s main strategy for this season is clear: lean on the abilities of such...
09/02/2024

With new senior leadership at the helm, Strachan’s main strategy for this season is clear: lean on the abilities of such a strong senior class.

[email protected] As the fall sports season approaches, excitement is building around the North Attleborough High School football team. Head Coach Michael Strachan shared his thoughts on the upcoming season, highlighting the team’s strengths and strategies. “We have an exceptional grou...

Here's the latest Knowing North photo. Do you know where this is? Post your answers below and if you're right, your name...
08/30/2024

Here's the latest Knowing North photo. Do you know where this is? Post your answers below and if you're right, your name will be added to the winners!

Today, North Attleborough students returned to the classroom for the new school year. Check out these photos at Roosevel...
08/28/2024

Today, North Attleborough students returned to the classroom for the new school year. Check out these photos at Roosevelt School by NSR Staff Writer Amber Angove.

08/27/2024

We would like to recognize the heroic actions of North Attleborough firefighter Tyler Normandin, Falls Custodians Charlie Jette and Mike Shaw. On August 20, their quick thinking and decisive actions saved a man’s life. Great job!

Join us in welcoming Amber Angove as the new staff writer for the North Star Reporter! Amber comes with a wealth of expe...
08/26/2024

Join us in welcoming Amber Angove as the new staff writer for the North Star Reporter! Amber comes with a wealth of experience in both reporting and photography and we are very happy to have her as part of the team.

If you’d like to suggest stories or events for us to cover, you can reach Amber at [email protected].

08/26/2024

The following is an excerpt of the North Attleborough Police Logs from Aug. 4 – Aug. 10. The full logs can be found at the North Attleborough Police Station. Sunday, Aug. 4 2:08 a.m. Police were notified of a public intoxication on S. Washington Street. 6:33 a.m. A motor vehicle accident with no i...

08/26/2024

Overdose Awareness Day is recognized internationally on Saturday, Aug. 31. This day marks the largest annual campaign to end overdose and related harms while remembering those who were lost to overdose and acknowledging those who are living with the grief of losing a loved one to overdose. According...

08/23/2024
08/23/2024

By Michael Oliveira [email protected] Pickleball, the sports sensation sweeping the nation, has come to North Attleborough’s Mason Field. Town Manager Michael Borg and Parks and Recreation Director Steve Carvalho are inviting the community to attend a ribbon-cutting ceremony in honor o...

08/23/2024

The following is an excerpt of the North Attleborough Police Logs from July 28 – Aug. 3. The full logs can be found at the North Attleborough Police Station.   Sunday, July 28 12:39 a.m. Police responded to a report of a disturbance on Broadway. 10:39 a.m. A motor vehicle accident with no injurie...

Be sure to check out this week’s edition of the North Star Reporter! We’ve got a look at the new pickleball courts, plan...
08/21/2024

Be sure to check out this week’s edition of the North Star Reporter! We’ve got a look at the new pickleball courts, plans for a revamped bullying reporting procedure and much more! Plus, this edition includes the complete bus routes for the North Attleborough Public Schools.

We hope you’re enjoying the new layout, courtesy of Daniel Yeager of Nu-image Design. Let us know what you think!

08/20/2024

By Michael Oliveira [email protected] The North Attleborough Schools aim to improve the method for reporting bullying, with the goal of reducing a trend that has been on the rise since 2020, according to Superintendent John Antonucci. At its meeting on Aug. 12, the School Committee a new...

08/20/2024

With a 30-year career in the Armed Forces, Scott Smith has been chosen as the new veterans agent for three communities. Smith was confirmed by the North Attleborough Town Council on Monday, Aug. 12, and began his new role on Aug. 13. In this role, he will oversee veterans’ services for the towns o...

08/16/2024

By Killian Maree For the North Star Reporter State Rep. Adam Scanlon and the town’s oldest living veteran Caster Salemi attended the signing of the HERO Act on August 8. The HERO Act is a bill that honors, empowers and recognizes veterans. The bill was signed in Lexington, the location of the Amer...

08/15/2024

On Aug. 18, Kaitlin Geagan of North Attleborough will run in the Falmouth Road Race to raise money and awareness for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Cape Cod & the Islands, part of the state’s leading one-to-one mentoring program for youth. “I’m running the Falmouth Road Race for my little and all...

08/13/2024

[email protected] Following additional testing which shows that the town’s four wells were negative for enterococci, the boil water advisory which was put into effect on Monday has been lifted. According to an announcement made on Tuesday, earlier that afternoon, the Department of Pu...

According to an announcement issued Monday evening, routine water samples collected from the raw part of the water syste...
08/13/2024

According to an announcement issued Monday evening, routine water samples collected from the raw part of the water system and treatment facility tested positive for enterococci — bacteria that live in the intestinal tracts of warm-blooded animals, including humans — and indicate possible contamination of streams and rivers by f***l waste.

By Max Bowen [email protected] Following the discovery of enterococci in samples of the town’s water, residents are under a boil water advisory until further notice. According to an announcement issued Monday evening, routine water samples collected from the raw part of the water sys...

08/12/2024

By Killian Maree For the North Star Reporter Muriel Kramer of Hopkintin is running for a seat on the Governor’s Council for District 2 with the promise of helping those who are marginalized by the legal system, increasing equity and social justice. The Massachusetts Governor’s Council is a group...

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