Around The Clock News for Ashland

01/12/2026

🚨 Ashland Police Department – Public Service Announcement 🚨

The Ashland Police Department wants to make residents aware of a dangerous social-media trend circulating on TikTok known as the “Door Kick Challenge.” This so-called “challenge” encourages individuals to pound on and kick residential doors in a manner that can sound like a home invasion. Based on recent information, we believe this type of behavior has occurred in our community.

We are asking residents to report this activity immediately if it happens to you. This behavior will not be tolerated in Ashland. Not only is it frightening and disruptive to residents, it creates a very real safety risk for everyone involved.

This trend is extremely dangerous. Individuals who believe someone is attempting to break into their home may react instinctively to protect themselves or their families, which could result in serious injury or worse. In addition, those responsible could face criminal charges for their actions.

We strongly encourage parents and guardians to speak with their children about this trend and the serious consequences it carries. This is not a harmless prank.

The Ashland Police Department appreciates the community’s assistance in helping keep our neighborhoods safe. If you experience or witness this activity, please contact the Ashland Police Department immediately.

01/12/2026

🚨 SCAM ALERT – PHONE CALLS SPOOFING METROWEST MEDICAL CENTER 🚨

The Ashland Police Department is warning residents about an ongoing phone scam targeting Medicare beneficiaries. In several cases, the caller ID falsely appears as “MetroWest Medical Center” or another medical provider.

🚫 THIS IS A SCAM.

🧬 How the Scam Works

Scammers contact residents offering “free” genetic testing (such as cheek swabs) and claim it is covered by Medicare. Their goal is to steal personal information and fraudulently bill Medicare for thousands of dollars in unnecessary tests.

They may:
* Call unexpectedly or send test kits in the mail
* Spoof caller ID to look like a hospital or doctor’s office
* Claim testing can detect cancer, Alzheimer’s, or other diseases
* Ask for your **Medicare number, Social Security number, or personal details**

🚩 Red Flags to Watch For

* No involvement from your personal doctor
* Claims the test is “free” and covered by Medicare
* Tests ordered by a “tele-doc” you’ve never met
* Offers made over the phone, door-to-door, or at community events
* Pressure to act quickly

✅ What You Should Do

* Hang up immediately — do not provide any personal or Medicare information
* Verify by calling your doctor’s office directly using a known phone number
* Do not use or open unsolicited test kits
* Review your Medicare Summary Notices (MSNs) for unfamiliar charges such as “genetic,” “gene analysis,” or “molecular pathology”
* Report the scam:
* Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP)
* HHS Office of Inspector General
* 👉 ReportFraud.ftc.gov

📞 Reminder: Legitimate genetic testing is ordered by your doctor, not through unsolicited phone calls.

Please share this message with family members, neighbors, and especially seniors, who are frequently targeted.

01/10/2026

01/10/2026

the procession of fallen Uxbridge Police Officer Stephen LaPorta

01/08/2026

Come check out Ashland's Community theater and their production of My Three Angels. The show will be running January 15,16, 17 at 7:30 PM and there will be a Sunday Matinee January 18 at 3 PM.
A post holiday story:

"My Three Angels" is a comedic play set in French Guiana, where three convicts help a struggling family during Christmas, ultimately redeeming themselves as unlikely heroes.

Tickets on sale at website:
www.ashlandcommunitytheater.com

01/05/2026

Ashland Clockers vs. Dover-Sherborn Raiders!
🌟 Get ready, Clockers fans! WACA-TV Sports brings you live coverage of the Ashland High School Boys Varsity Basketball team facing the tough Dover-Sherborn Raiders. This must-watch game sees the Clockers defending their home court in an intense, high-energy matchup. Broadcast starts at 6:30 PM EST from Ashland High School Gymnasium!
https://youtube.com/live/XJ4S_F5ajkI

01/04/2026

Ashland Girls Hockey vs. Hopkinton | Pregame Show | WACA-TV Sports

Welcome to Ashland Girls Hockey on WACA-TV, your exclusive home for Ashland High School Sports. This pregame show previews today’s Tri-Valley League matchup featuring the Hopkinton Hillers against the Ashland Clockers at New England Sports Center in Marlborough.

Play-by-play announcer George Toobin and color analyst Jamie Tripp break down both teams heading into puck drop, including an overview of the Ashland Clockers Girls Hockey Co-op, made up of players from Ashland, Bellingham, Holliston, and Medway High Schools, and the Hopkinton Hillers Co-op. The broadcast covers team records, roster makeup, key strengths, and what to watch for as both teams look to gain momentum early in the season.

🎙️ Broadcast Team
Play-by-Play: George Toobin
Color Commentary: Jamie Tripp

📺 Coverage provided by WACA-TV Sports – Ashland Community Television, Holliston-Hopkinton Patch HCAM Television, Holliston Hub -hcat- WACA TV Ashland Youth Sports Coalition

12/31/2025

n 2025, WACA-TV crossed town lines into Hopkinton to bring you the inaugural Battle of the Badges. 🏆

Sixteen area towns competed, with the Ashland Police Department as the home team, all to support the incredible Michael Lisnow Respite Center.

From high-energy dodgeball to a special National Anthem performance by Ruth Pointer of The Pointer Sisters—beautifully accompanied in sign language by Respite Center members—this was community at its best.

12/31/2025

In 2025, the town honored Gabe Mugerian Day, celebrating 100 years of life and a lifetime of community spirit. 💙
The town honored a century of community by declaring Gabe Mugerian Day, celebrating his 100th birthday and lifelong impact on Ashland. And we’re already looking forward to celebrating 101.
Produced by WACA-TV.

12/30/2025

catch the last game of the holiday classic 2025 415 live from Ashland high school

12/30/2025

https://www.youtube.com/live/WudwlrIWVPg?si=YBsufSHYrIsMrf7O

GAME 3 Ashland High School vs. Sharon High School 2:30 Dec 30 2025WACA-TV SPORTS ASHLAND

12/29/2025