News Nearby: Help For Bombing Victim, Turf Field Won't Tap Stabilization

Chelmsford

Bauman Family Asking Chelmsford Businesses For Help

The family of Jeff Bauman, who lost both legs in the Boston Marathon bombings, is asking local businesses for both monetary donations as well as donations of gift baskets to be raffled off at upcoming fundraisers.

In particular, the family is looking for larger, more expensive items such as grills, and flat screen televisions.

Reading

Reading Resident Saves Woman's Life After Marathon Bombings

Reading resident and Northeastern University student Shores Salter acted quickly after the marathon bombings and saved a woman's life,according to an article on wcvb.com. Ealier this week, he found out who she was.

North Reading

The only contested race in Tuesday's election was for the School Committee. Current School Committee Chairman Mel Webster and Secondary Schools Building Committee member Janene Imbriano won the two spots on the School Committee.

Woburn

Richard "Dic" Donohue, the police officer shot in a firefight with the Boston Marathon bombing suspects, thanked the community for its support as he recovers from serious injuries.

Burlington

Locals Gather on Town Common for Interfaith Service for Marathon Victims

A crowd gathered on the Town Commons Saturday evening to remember those lost in the marathon bombings and support their families and the injured.

Tewksbury

Montouri Says Turf Field Won't Require Money From Stabilization Fund

Special Town Meeting voters will ultimately make the decision on whether or not the new athletic field at Tewksbury High has an artificial turf surface. But one thing appears certain -- they won't be asked to tap the stabilization fund to pay for it.

Town Manager Richard Montuouri said this week he believes a recently received state grant, combined with private donations, high school project offsets and Community Preservation funds will be sufficient to pay for the project.