Wednesday, January 2, 2013
In addition to the businesses that opened in 2012, we want to know what you want to see open in Wrentham in 2013.
During 2012, Wrentham got a new cafe on the common, a new funature store on Route 1A, and even a Disney Store at Wrentham Village Premium Outlets. With the year over, Patch takes one last look at the busineeses that opened during the year. In addition we want to know what you want to see in 2013! Assume money was no object and the only limit your imagination: what kind of business would you love to see open in Wrentham? It could be a store you feel would perform well in the city, or a business that would provide a much-needed service. Maybe there's something off-the-wall you've seen work really well in another community. Whatever it is, share your ideas in the comment section below. The Terrace Cafe Opens on the Common Sitting near the …
Thursday, December 27, 2012
From flag controversies to a new 9/11 memorial, 2012 was a newsfilled year in Wrentham.
For a supposedly quiet town like Wrentham, the area had plenty of big events in 2012 from the KP Marching Band winning a national championship to a controversy surrounding hanging American flags. As the year comes to an end, Patch takes a look at 10 of the biggest stories of the year from around Wrentham. 1. The Garden Lane Flag Controversy All that was needed to start the year's biggest controversy in Wrentham was a letter from the Massachusetts Department of Housing and Community Development telling residents of Garden Lane they could not hang the American flag from the exterior of their apartments. On July 11, residents at the housing complex received a letter informing them that flags were not allowed to be hung on the outside of …
Your team of editors weighs in on the top local news events from the past year.
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Thursday, December 27, 2012
Editor's Note: The following is part of a special "end-of-the-year" series in which local editors from your nearby Patch towns highlight their favorites in various topics. Tamara Starr - Editor, Dedham Patch I think the brush fire in Dedham was the top story of 2012 in the Dedham area. There were reports of 20 acres of burning and the smoke can be seen as far north as Lynnfield. Jeff Sullivan - Editor, Mansfield Patch Unfortunately, the biggest story in Mansfield this year was the death of two individuals during a concert at the Comcast Center. We saw the damage that drugs can do, and the impact it can have on a community, even if those involved were not from Mansfield. Dan Libon - Editor, Wrentham Patch I think the Foxborough casino …
Friday, May 18, 2012
Wrentham restaurant named best place to eat on Memorial Day.
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Friday, May 18, 2012
Wrentham's Commonwealth BBQ was named by Wrentham and Foxborough readers as the best place to eat on Memorial Day. The restaurant received 24 votes over the course of the week, accounting for 48 percent of the total vote. Nicky's Restaurant in Wrentham and Foxboro's Christina's Fireside Grille were the second-place vote-getters, garnering seven votes (14 percent) each. Also receiving votes were Bar Louie (six votes, 12 percent), Michael's Deli (three votes, six percent) and Waxy O'Connor (two votes, four percent). Thanks to all those who voted, and congratulations to all involved!
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Vote in this week's "Best Of" poll and defend your choice in the comments section below. Then check back Friday for the winner.
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Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Where do you go to eat on Memorial Day in the Wrentham/Foxboro area? Welcome to "Best of," Patch's new feature to determine the best local areas. How does it work? Well, all you have to do is vote for the best place eat on Memorial Day in Wrentham and Foxborough in our poll below (or write in the comments if you think we missed one). This poll will be up all week, with the vote closing at 9am on Friday. The winner will announced at noon that day. Because this poll is not scientific, it is not the sole consideration in choosing a winner. The winner will be determined by the Patch editor, based on poll results and reviews on Patch Places. Please vote only once per survey, per Patch. Here's a list of potential "best places to eat on Memorial …
Friday, May 11, 2012
Readers vote for F. Gilbert Hills State Forest.
Foxborough's F. Gilbert Hills State Forest was named by Wrentham and Foxborough readers as the best place to spend a staycation in the area. The forest picked up seven votes, representing 63 percent of the total tally. Wrentham State Forest (two votes, 18 percent), the Nature Trail and Cranberry Bog at Patriot Place (one vote, nine percent) and the William Rice Recreation Complex (one vote, nine percent) also picked up votes over the week. Check back next week for another "Best of" poll.
Thursday, May 10, 2012
Vote in this week's "Best Of" poll and defend your choice in the comments section below. Then check back Friday for the winner.
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Thursday, May 10, 2012
Sometimes the best vacation is a staycation. So, Wrentham and Foxborough, where do you go when you want to get away from it all, but still stay near it all? Welcome to "Best of," Patch's new feature to determine the best local areas. How does it work? Well, all you have to do is vote for the best place to have staycation activities in Wrentham and Foxborough in our poll below (or write in the comments if you think we missed one). This poll will be up all week, with the vote closing at 9am on Friday. The winner will announced at noon that day. Because this poll is not scientific, it is not the sole consideration in choosing a winner. The winner will be determined by the Patch editor, based on poll results and reviews on Patch Places. Please…
Friday, May 4, 2012
Foxborough restaurant picks up "best Mother's Day brunch" title.
Foxborough's Lafayette House was voted by readers as having the Best Mother's Day Brunch in the area after a weeklong vote. The restaurant picked up 44 votes, representing 81 percent of the vote. Wrentham's Lake Pearl Luciano's garnered nine votes (or 16 percent), and was the second-leading candidate. Christina's Fireside Grille also picked up a vote in the poll.
Monday, April 30, 2012
Vote in this week's "Best Of" poll and defend your choice in the comments section below. Then check back Friday for the winner.
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Monday, April 30, 2012
Mother's Day is just around the corner, coming on May 13 this year. Where do you think the best place to get Mother's Day brunch in the area? Welcome to "Best of," Patch's new feature to determine the best local businesses. How does it work? Well, all you have to do is vote for the best place to get Mother's Day brunch in Wrentham and Foxborough in our poll below (or write in the comments if you think we missed one). This poll will be up all week, with the vote closing at 9am on Friday. The winner will announced at noon that day. Because this poll is not scientific, it is not the sole consideration in choosing a winner. The winner will be determined by the Patch editor, based on poll results and reviews on Patch Places. Please vote only …
Friday, April 27, 2012
Foxborough florist picks up "best florist" title.
Foxborough's Judy's Village Flowers has been named the best florist by Wrentham/Foxborough Patch readers. The School Street business garnered (or gardnered, if you prefer) 78 percent of the vote, picking up 33 votes in its favor. Also receiving votes were Wrentham's Doherty's Flowers (six votes, 14 percent) and Foxborough's Country Cottage (three votes, seven percent). Congratulations to Judy's Village Flowers and all the businesses involved! Check back next week, when the topic will be "best place to get brunch on Mother's Day."
Jonathan Friedman
6:50 pm on Thursday, December 27, 2012
Deb and Gretchen, I agree with both your posts. Thanks for your comments. more ›