Dalton Hometown Heroes Banner Installation

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DALTON, Mass. — The Dalton Historical Commission will be installing Hometown Hero banners along Main Street, East Main Street, and North Street on Saturday, May 16. 
 
This initiative honors Dalton residents — past and present — who have served our nation and community with distinction.
 
The installation represents a communitywide effort supported by the banner's sponsors, several local businesses and contractors who generously contributed their funding, time, equipment, and expertise to ensure the banners are safely and prominently displayed. 
 
"These banners are more than decorations," said the Dalton Historical Commission. "They are a visible tribute to the men and women from Dalton who answered the call to serve their nation and our community. We are extremely grateful to the families who sponsored their loved one's banners, and the local businesses that supported the purchase of the banner brackets, along with the local contractors who helped bring this project to life."
 
The Hometown Hero banners will remain on display throughout the season, offering residents and visitors an opportunity to reflect on Dalton's rich history of service and sacrifice.
 
For more information about the Hometown Hero Banner Program or the work of the Dalton Historical Commission, contact the Commission at historical.dalton-ma.gov or 413-684-6111, Ext. 303.
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Bell, Ogle Win at May Day Race in Dalton

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DALTON, Mass. -- Stefan Ogle was the top male 5-kilometer finisher and Lindley Bell the top female 5K finisher at the 2026 Community Recreation Association May Day Races on Sunday at Nessacus Middle School.
 
Ogle’s winning 5K time was 19 minutes, 7 seconds, Brady Payson was second in 19:41, and Lake Kittler third in 19:43. Bell’s winning women’s time was 23:56, followed by Kristy MacWilliams in 24:22 and Chelsea Smith in 29:20.
 
Girls led the Splatter Sprint mile race, with Payton Anastasio, age 11, the top overall finisher in in 8:07, 12-year-old Breelin Touponce second in 8:44 and 11-year-old Brooklyn Renderer third in 8:45. The top three boys were Jace Esposito in 8:54, Michael Londergan in 10:15 and Samuel King in 10:38.
 
In the kids’ Obstacles & Popsicles half-mile race for ages 6-8, 7-year-old Henry King was first in 4:00, 8-year-old Jake Vosburgh finished second in 4:01, while 7-year-old Maisey Reed was third in 4:31. Evan Vreeland was third among the boys in 4:41, while Cecelia Polson was the second-place girl in 4:37 and Harper Phelps was third in 4:40.
 
In the 5-and-under race, Jack Barbour was first among the boys in 4:38, Jackson Lavierdiere was second in 5:05, and Mae Cimini third in 5:10. Kennedy Phelps was the top girl in 5:14, while Laura Vosburgh was second in 5:57 and Olivia Shea third 5:58. 
 
5K Race
1. Stefan Ogle, 19:07. 2. Brady Payson, 19:41. 3. Lake Kittler, 19:43. 4. Brian Ducey, 19:46. 5. Chaz Mahar, 21:35. 6. Philip Malm, 21:50. 7. Benjamin Ward, 22:48. 8. Bret Matthews, 23:11. 9. Robert King, 23:28. 10. Noah Aldrich, 23:50.
 
Kids' Splatter Sprint 1 Mile Race
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