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Community Advocate April 5, 2024
In this week's edition read Eggstravaganza! Egg hunt draws hundreds of local kids. Westborough officials ponder possible sewer moratorium.
Drugs, ghost guns seized at South Grafton home
A Grafton man is facing a slew of drug charges following an investigation at Keith Hill Road on Wednesday, April 3.
East Main St. building to house artisans’ collective
By the middle of April, nearly 20 vendors will set up the Boroughs Collective in the Keating Building on East Main Street.
Beal Commons appeal will head to trial
The appeal of the Beal Commons project will be heading to trial. Beal Commons is a proposed 53-unit, 7,000-square-foot development.
Article requests $1.7M in CPA funds to purchase Whitney St. parcel
The town is proposing to use funds from the Community Preservation Act (CPA) to purchase land at 432 Whitney St.
Nearly 2,500 customers lose power in Westborough, Upton
A late-season Nor'easter has left Westborough residents without power. About 2,500 customers lost power, according to National Grid.
Early-spring storm causes school delays, road closures
An early-spring mix of rain, snow and wind is making for a messy morning commute.
Local police seek woman in connection to 3 robberies
The Westborough, Marlborough and Littleton police departments are looking for your assistance identifying the female depicted regarding three robberies that occurred on Tuesday night.
Westborough officials ponder possible sewer moratorium
According to Department of Public Works Director Chris Payant, there is no official “sewer moratorium” in place in Westborough.
Former state hospital site to be developed
A commercial development is coming to the former Grafton State Hospital on Westboro Road. It was sold to GFI Partners.
Local government officials reflect on Women’s History Month
March was Women’s History Month, and Shrewsbury leaders gathered on March 19 at the Senior Center to celebrate the occasion.
Whitney Place at Northborough celebrates 20 years
Whitney Place at Northborough – a SALMON Health and Retirement community – is celebrating 20 years of high-quality senior living and health care.
Bellofatto propels Westborough baseball past Grafton in season-opening win
On April 1, the Grafton High School Gators traveled up Route 30 to open their season against the Westborough Rangers.
Marlborough Police seek Solomon Pond Mall shoplifter
Police are on the lookout for a woman who stole more than $1,200 worth of perfumes, sprays and lotions from the Solomon Pond Mall.
Jimmy Fund Walk honors retired Northborough Police Chief Mark Leahy
Grafton resident Mark Leahy was recognized as Alumni Team Captain of the Year for his efforts in the Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund Walk.
A tale of 10,000 eggs: Community gathers for Shrewsbury ‘Eggstravaganza!’
The Easter Bunny wasn’t the only thing hopping on March 30. Hundreds of children gathered at Dean Park for an “Eggstravaganza!”
WHS student cultivates skill with drones for farming project
Hiranandani plans to major in aerospace engineering – and continue his work with drones -- when he gets into college.
Tatassit Beach night spot was a popular Shrewsbury dancing destination
The large club building itself, nearly 22,000 square feet, burned to the ground in 2009 in a huge fire after it had been closed for about 20 years.
‘It’s New England’s Smithsonian’: American Heritage Museum celebrates history
The American Heritage Museum is New England’s Smithsonian and Hudson’s hidden gem.
Colonials hold baseball clinic for Little League peers
The clinic included four stations: fielding, throwing, baserunning and hitting. For some ballplayers, the clinic served as an introduction to the sport of baseball.