Neighbors helping neighbors

Northborough - As the market president for TD Bank of central, western and southeastern Massachusetts, Robert Babcock is constantly seeking activities and locations for his quarterly rewards and recognition events.

Westborough - After graduating from Westborough High School in 1986 with art awards, a few scholarship offers and an acceptance letter to the Rhode...

Shrewsbury – Andrew “Drew” Stevens, a preschooler at Parker Road Preschool in Shrewsbury, passed away unexpectedly in his sleep in April 2012. Although he had had some health issues, his passing was nonetheless unexpected.

Hudson – A warm holiday gesture once again took place on a chilly weekend Dec. 10 and 11 at Walmart in Hudson. Representatives of the Hudson Police Department received help collecting donations to its annual Toys for Tots campaign.

Hudson/Southborough – The public is invited to a fun night of roller skating Saturday, Feb. 2 at Roller Kingdom, 5 Highland Park, Hudson, to...

Shrewsbury - State Sen. Michael Moore (D-Millbury) and State Rep. Hannah Kane (R-Shrewsbury) co-hosted a well-attended Thanksgiving luncheon at the Shrewsbury Senior Center Nov. 13. The annual event featured the traditional turkey feast with all the trimmings catered again by Goretti’s Supermarket in Millbury. Moore was joined by Shrewsbury selectmen Moira Miller and Beth NeJaime Casavant, Housing Commissioner Gayle Vigeant, School Committee member Jason Palitsch, Town Manager Kevin Mizikar, and Senior Center Director Sharon Yager who were gracious servers. The lunch was coordinated by Shelly MacNeil, a member of Moore’s team.

Shrewsbury - For the fourth consecutive year, State Representative Hannah Kane, R-Shrewsbury, and Shrewsbury Selectman Beth Casavant have co-chaired a fundraiser showcasing the community's “generous spirit of giving” to kick-off the Spirit of Shrewsbury fall festival. This year’s event, “Let Your Spirit Serve,” will benefit Veterans Inc.

By Dakota Antelman, Contributing Writer Marlborough - Students and staff from the Crossroads School visited the APEX Entertainment Center July 18 to accept a $1,200...

Hudson – According to the Elks website, “So long as there are veterans, the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks will never forget them.” Accomplishing that mission at the Hudson-Concord Elks Lodge 959 is overseen by Jesse Harvey. He was installed as leading knight, the second in command, for the 2017-2018 fraternal year during a ceremony March 17.

Marlborough - For parents of children with special needs, the fear of their child becoming lost or running away is ever-present. Many of those with autism cannot communicate clearly – if at all – or have behaviors that might cause injury to themselves or others.

By Ed Karvoski Jr., Contributing Writer Marlborough – Now in its second year, the Marlborough Juniorettes is a youth group open to eighth- to 12th-grade...

Shrewsbury – Eight Girl Scouts from Shrewsbury Troop 11087 earned their Bronze Award after six months and over 160 hours of work.

Marlborough – Supporters from both sides of the political aisle united April 2 while attending the Mayor's Charity Ball at the Holiday Inn & Guest Suites in Marlborough. Held each inaugural year since 1960, the ball benefits the Mayor's Charity Relief Fund to help residents in need of financial assistance at times of crisis or emergency.

By Melanie Petrucci, Contributing Writer Shrewsbury - Whole Foods Market, located in the new Shrewsbury Lakeway Commons, 193 Boston Turnpike, will open its doors to...

By Nance Ebert, Contributing Writer Westborough - The national nonprofit organization, 15-40 Connection, is on a mission to bring awareness to early detection of cancer....

Marlborough - Orangetheory Fitness is partnering with Augie’s Quest to raise funds for the ALS Therapy Development Institute (ALSTDI), the world’s foremost drug discovery...

By Ed Karvoski Jr., Contributing Writer Hudson/Marlborough – Organizers of the 18th annual Snowflake Charity Kickball Tournament are seeking base sponsors and teams to compete...

Shrewsbury - Cappello Heavy Transport and Cappello Custom Rac will be hosting their first annual Truck Show Sunday, July 30 from 8 a.m. to...

By Kate Tobiasson, Contributing Writer Westborough - Each week, The Westborough Food Pantry quietly provides over 130 needy families with food, thanks to donations from...

Northborough/Southborough - For five local families, Lamaze class proved more than just a lesson in prepared childbirth. Following the birth of their babies at MetroWest Medical Center in Framingham in late 1993 and early 1994, the five families became fast friends sharing many developmental milestones, birthday celebrations and holidays. On June 3, the "Lamaze friends" will be celebrating yet another milestone together as the babies have grown up and will be graduating from Algonquin Regional High School. At the suggestion of Lamaze instructor Lynn Marks, the group began meeting after the birth of their children. The first gathering for the entire group was a Sunday brunch at the Polymeros" house in January of 1994. Soon afterward, the stay-at-home moms began meeting Thursday mornings for playgroups at each other's houses.