Top Five Acton Patch Stories of The Week

1). Friends of the Lower Fields Propose $3 Million Project

• If local group Friends of the Lower Fields have their way, Acton and Boxborough youth sports programs and school teams will soon have several new fields to share.

2). Sports Recap: Acton-Boxborough Football Announces Post-Season Awards

• Five seniors and one junior were named Dual County League All-Stars by the Dual County Large coaches: Mike Duggan, (linebacker) was named Dual County League Defensive Player of the Year; junior Billy Jackman (defensive back); Jake Pilecki (defensive line); Brooks Poulin (defensive line); Kyle Sweeney (running back); and Peter Trombly (linebacker).

3). VIDEO: Construction at Theatre III Well Underway

• Community leaders and West Acton businesses help build a better West Acton Theatre.

4). Frugal Family: Shop Online for Holiday Gifts and Save

• A recent survey conducted by Drop Down Deals found that 6 out of 10 consumers plan to do the majority of their holiday shopping online this year. Are you one of them?

5). Holiday Vacation Youth Basketball Program

• The high school basketball season is upon us and the AB colonials are looking to host a three-day basketball clinic for a fundraiser for their program.

Bonus:

• Today marks the one-year anniversary of Acton Patch.