By Bonnie Adams, Government Editor?
Region – Today is Thursday, Sept. 13, the 257th day of 2012.
On this day in 1814, the words to one of the most beloved and difficult to perform pieces of music was written, – “The Star-Spangled Banner.” Francis Scott Key wrote the poem, which was later set to music, after witnessing the bombing of Fort McHenry in Maryland during the war of 1812.
On this day in 1953, IBM introduced the first computer disk storage unit, the RAMAC 305.
And on this day in 1990 one of the most popular and long running series on television premiered, Law and Order.
Here are six tips for the day ?
Born on this day in history – Milton Hershey (1857); Roald Dahl (1916) and Tavis Smiley (1964).
Here's the latest schedule for this weekend's Applefest celebration in Northborough.
http://communityadvocate.com/2012/09/09/applefest-2012-schedule/
Shrewsbury officials have deemed it necessary to shut down evening activities in the town until the threat of mosquitoes potentially carrying dangerous viruses is over.
http://www.shrewsbury-ma.gov/egov/docs/1347306824727.htm
A great day is planned for the 2012 Dollars for Scholars Ride in memory of Scott Symonds this
Saturday, Sept. 15 in Marlborough. For more information –
http://communityadvocate.com/2012/08/10/marlborough-2012-dollars-for-scholars-ride/
Shrewsbury officials have not yet decided if water rates will go up.
http://communityadvocate.com/2012/09/12/shrewsbury-selectmen-debate-water-rates/
Hudson Public School officials have announced that free developmental screenings for preschool age children (ages 3-5) take place each month. ?For more information –
http://www.townofhudson.org/Public_Documents/HudsonMA_BBoard/01960BB2-000F8513
Shrewsbury officials have deemed it necessary to shut down evening activities in the town until
Here's a fun story about some Model A Ford enthusiasts in Marlborough.
http://communityadvocate.com/2012/09/11/model-a-fords-enjoyed-at-christopher-heights-in-marlborough/