BY TOBY HENRYSelectmen gave the thumbs-up on July 29 for a plan put forward by school officials to raise money for a new playground for area students. Jim Lewis, Henry Moore Elementary School assistant principal, told the board that right now, students have to make do with a playground that essentially consists of a swing-set, a slide and bark ...

Fundraiser aimed at raising money for new playgroundBY KEVIN SHALVEYAbout 50 mothers recently answered questions concerning what they’d like to see at the new town playground. “One of the most popular features was fencing with a gate. Shade was another, and picnic tables with benches,” said Michelle Casale, of the parks and ...