Roundup: Honey Dew Closes; Murder Indictment; Stoughton Town Clerk Departs

Honey Dew Donuts in Downtown Stoughton Closes

The Honey Dew Donuts in downtown Stoughton closed for good at the end of the day on Saturday, July 6.

Owner Gary Lewis said that he couldn't keep it open while waiting for a better location to come along.  

"It just kept getting worse. There's the traffic situation. Then, there's businesses like Cheng Du and Pacheco's Hardware that closed down. Customers from there would walk over for a cup of coffee," he said.  

Lewis also cited economic conditions, adding, "Taxes go up, and so do costs. But, it's a competitive market. I can't charge a premium because my expenses are higher."

A sign on the window of the Washington Street business read:

"We would like to thank each and every one of you for your patronage throughout the years. Hope to see you in the future at a bigger, brighter Stoughton location!"

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Ex-Husband Indicted in Stoughton Murder

A Norfolk County Grand Jury has indicted Willie Foster, 47, of Dorchester, for murdering his ex-wife, Anita Clark, 46, at her Glen Echo Blvd. home in Stoughton back in May of this year.

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Stoughton's Town Clerk Takes Job in Florida

Stoughton Town Clerk Cheryl Mooney, who is credited by many for making the Town Clerk's office much improved, is leaving for Florida.

Town Clerk in Stoughton since 2009, Mooney's last day was July 5. She will become the City Clerk of Temple Terrace, Florida.

Stoughton Human Resources Director Jamie Kelley will be directing the department until a new clerk is hired, according to sources in Town Hall.  

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Funding to Help Restore Stoughton's State Theatre Included in Budget Sent to Governor

An amendment to provide some funding to help restore Stoughton's State Theatre was included in the $34 billion FY14 state budget lawmakers recently passed.

"Representatives [William] Galvin and [Louis] Kafka sponsored an amendment to include $50,000 for the restoration of the State Theatre in Stoughton Center through the Historical Commission. The money will help refurbish the important Stoughton landmark, which will also promote economic development in the area," according to a press release from the offices of Reps. Galvin and Kafka.

The budget now awaits Governor Deval Patrick's approval.

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Gallery: OMS Honors 8th Grade Students at Class Day 2013

Dozens of students received various awards and honors for their performance in the classroom and in extra curricular activities as part of the O’Donnell Middle School’s annual 8th Grade Class Day.

Among the many awards presented, Noah Schulze and Rebecca McSweeney were recipients of the Emile Farrington Award, for best all around 8th grade student.

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PHOTOS: Stoughton Youth Baseball Crowns 2013 Champions

The Tigers (American League), Nationals (National League) and Red Sox (AA) recently won the Stoughton Youth Baseball League championship in their respective divisions.

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