Downtown Walpole restaurants and the local population share a lot in common — the town common, that is. Recently, the Walpole Recreation Department placed several picnic tables at the historic town green as a means for people to enjoy their takeout meals outside. Downtown Walpole features 11 locally-owned businesses currently open for takeout. Come support a small business owner downtown…
Editor’s note: Lisa Van der Linden, a Walpole resident, recently submitted a fantastic list of some of the things she appreciates in Walpole. I love these references, all that surely help make Walpole a special place. Thanks, Lisa! Without further ado, here are some of Lisa’s recommendations… New Life Furniture Bank of MA collects furniture and kitchen items and distributes…
Hello, Walpole friends! I am looking to transform this blog, Walpole’s Common Ground, into a “good news” source focusing on positive news in Walpole. We have so many remarkable people in town doing such special things for others that I feel it is time to put all these good news stories into one place. Specifically, I would like to include……
Have you ever been on vacation and been inspired by a sunrise at the ocean, the mountains or some other scenic backdrop? That memory can last days, months, even years as a memoir of peace, solitude and scenery. And while we don’t have the ocean or mountains here in Walpole, the chance to witness a memorable sunrise at several areas…
I love writing stories on local small businesses and have passionately done so across New England for three years. The chance to meet some of the nicest, hardest-working people you’ll ever meet in the form of small business owners is something I hope to continue doing so for the rest of my career and through retirement. It goes without saying…
Scenic North Street in Walpole, Mass., goes against the suburban grain. Most of the main roads within 20 miles of Boston consist of densely populated neighborhoods, strip malls and building after building. Not North Street! Turning onto North Street from Route 109 in Westwood and past the beloved Bubbling Brook Ice Cream Stand reveals something that looks more like a…
Contrary to popular belief, New England fall colors don’t just exist in vacation areas. Look out your backdoor, in the town center, at the local park, and on tree-lined residential streets. The fall colors start to burst with brilliancy at this time of the year. On Route 1A at the Norfolk County Agricultural School in Walpole, Mass.,, two trees traditionally…
If it came down to choosing one lunch in Walpole, Mass., I would opt for the Trifecta at The Raven’s Nest in downtown Walpole, Mass.. Consisting of a sandwich, homemade soup and a fresh mixed greens mixed salad, this lunch is not only delicious and substantial, but also a tremendous value at $9. Options for the sandwich include grilled cheese…
The Annual Pumpkin Patch at the Epiphany Church in downtown Walpole, Mass., proves that some of the most classic New England fall attractions can be located right in your own hometown. Juxtaposed with a classic town common and the historic 19th century church, thousands of pumpkins brighten up a fall scene that conjures up images of being on vacation rather…
Not too long ago, the Walpole Farmers Market in Walpole, Mass., planted a community seed that wonderfully resulted in harvesting a growing crop of customers to its outdoor food market. First, Walpole Farmers Market Chairperson Carol Johnson moved the summer and fall venue to Springbrook Park with its scenic location and high visibility at the busy corner of Routes 27…