Region – Today is Monday, ?Aug. 6, the 219th ?day of 2012.
On this day in 1945, the United States dropped an atomic bomb on the city of Hiroshima, Japan. An estimated 70,000 people were instantly killed with tens of thousands more dying in the ensuing years from related injuries and illnesses.
On this day in 1926, Harry Houdini performed his greatest trick, as he spent 91 minutes underwater in a sealed tank before escaping.
And on this day in 2011, a tragic day for America as a Navy SEAL 6 helicopter was shot down in Afghanistan, killing 38 troops.
Today's birthdays include the late artist Andy Warhol (1928); the late actress Lucille Ball (1911) and Spice Girl Geri Halliwell (1972).
Here are six tips for the day –
1. This is such a great story about a truly outstanding young Marlborough Scout.
http://communityadvocate.com/2012/08/02/marlborough-teen-awarded-prestigious-scouting-award/
?2. This is a compelling story about a young Shrewsbury musician who must face a very difficult situation.
?3. A Special Town Meeting will be held tomorrow night, Aug. 7 in Westborough for voters to decide if tax agreements should be approved for two companies.
?4. Kids of all ages are invited to come to the Northborough Free Library tomorrow, Aug. 7 for a “relax and read” session.
http://communityadvocate.com/2012/07/20/northborough-relax-and-read-at-free-library-5/
?5. The Dave Whitney Orchestra will perform tomorrow night, Aug. 7, as part of the summer concert series at Southgate at Shrewsbury, 30 Julio Dr.
http://communityadvocate.com/2012/06/28/shrewsbury-southgate-summer-concert-dave-whitney-orchestra/
?6. Northborough officials are doing their best to keep residents in the loop regarding several infrastructure projects.