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Northborough resident seeks to better lives of others through volunteerism

Northborough - As board member and member of more than six local organizations, Michael Mills’ passion for helping others in his community is more than just a hobby - it’s a philosophy by which he lives his life.

Bridges to Malawi brings medical assistance to poor in Africa

Hudson - Hudson resident Dr. Brian Lisse has spent over 10 years traveling to Malawi, a poverty-stricken country located in southeast Africa. He established the nonprofit organization Bridges to Malawi with a mission to help the lives of those less fortunate who are suffering from sickness, disease and famine.

Former veteran, business grad and actor finds his calling as a minister

Shrewsbury - Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Cyrano de Bergerac have been called Renaissance men. They excelled in a wide range of different fields. Whatever they pursued, they did extremely well. The new minister of congregational life at the First Congregational Church of Shrewsbury comes from that same kind of background and received his calling to the ministry after many other pursuits.

Mayor helps Albanian student on her path to success

Marlborough - A young woman’s dreams can become reality if she is motivated, has a positive attitude, sets goals, works hard and meets people along the way who recognize her potential. Five years ago, Mira Sulaj left Albania with her parents and younger sister and arrived at Logan Airport eager to have a better future with more opportunities. They settled in Worcester.

Cellist’s journey from Juilliard to Westborough

Westborough – Hard work, circumstances and opportunity brought Juilliard-trained cellist Josh Gordon, 49, to Massachusetts, and eventually to Westborough.

Free program can help Hudson residents to quit smoking

Hudson – Did you know that resolving to quit smoking is one of the most popular New Year’s resolutions that people make each year? And, as everyone knows, by February, many resolutions have been tossed aside. But quitting smoking shouldn’t be one of them. Not only can it save you money and frustration and free you from an oppressive, unhealthy habit, it may save your life and save your loved ones from heartache and devastation. It’s not easy, but it is an achievable goal…especially, if you have help or a strategy. For smokers living in Hudson, the Hudson Health Department is offering them both. The new tobacco cessation program is available free to all Hudson residents.

Apple Tree Arts to host character breakfast

Grafton - Enjoy a delicious breakfast of yummy pancakes, fruit and hot chocolate with your favorite characters at Apple Tree Arts’ Character Breakfast Saturday, Feb. 6, from 8 to 10:00 a.m. at the Congregational Church of Grafton, 30 Grafton Common. Breakfast is $8 with a cap of $25 per family. The meal includes coffee and tea, too. Tickets will be sold at the door.

Marlborough has a long history of winter celebrations and events

Marlborough - Over the ages the community of Marlborough has never let the cold weather interfere with celebrations. The cold winter months were filled with lectures, events and celebrations, all well attended and enjoyed.

Nominations now being accepted for Applefest parade grand marshal

Northborough – The Applefest Committee is now planning the 2015 Applefest Celebration, which will be held throughout the town Friday, Sept. 18 through Sunday, Sept. 20. This will be the event's 25th year. Nominations are now being accepted for the parade's Grand Marshal, according to the committee's chairperson, Michelle Gillespie.

Worcester Chamber Music Society kicks off 10th anniversary season

Region - The Worcester Chamber Music Society will present its 10th anniversary season opener Saturday, Sept. 19, at Tuckerman Hall, 10 Tuckerman St.., Worcester, at 8 p.m. The event will include a special opening night reception with dessert and cash bar. Featured performers will be Julian Milkis, clarinet, and Sonya Ovrutsky Fensome, piano.

Shrewsbury Cricket Club helps expats keep up with favorite childhood sport

Shrewsbury – Playing cricket was an everyday event for kids in Gopi Madhavachar’s neighborhood when he was growing up in India. The game, which is a modified form of baseball, is something many kids start to play as young children and then progress up league ladders on school teams and beyond.

Algonquin Wrestling Hosts Catholic Memorial

Northborough - The Algonquin Regional High School Tomahawks wrestling team hosted the Catholic Memorial Knights in a meet Jan. 14. A very tough Knights team defeated the Tomahawks by a score of 47-27.

Selectmen approve warrant articles for Special Town Meeting

Shrewsbury – The Shrewsbury Board of Selectmen Feb. 10 approved a warrant containing seven articles to be considered at a Special Town Meeting to be held Wednesday, Feb. 2015.

St. Peter-Marian to host memorial race in memory of beloved teacher

By Sue Wambolt, Contributing Writer Region - On Saturday, Nov. 29, Saint Peter-Marian Junior-Senior High School (SPM) will host the Kevin Kirk 5K Memorial...

Teenage dream still thrives eight years later

Shrewsbury - When you were a teenager, did you dream of accomplishing great things? Shrewsbury native Daniel Levine did. At age 17, with the help of his parents Steve and Jamie Levine, he founded the Massachusetts Children’s Fund (MCF) to fulfill his dream of helping infants and children in need of nutritional assistance. That was in 2006. Today, his dream and the nonprofit organization he founded are still thriving.

St. Mark's students volunteer in the Dominican Republic

Southborough - For St. Mark's students who will be participating in the "Release the Hero Within: Volunteer with Outreach360" program in the spring, their lives and the children they work with will forever be transformed.

Shrewsbury Garden Club sponsors “Scarecrows on the Common”

Shrewsbury - For the ninth year the Shrewsbury Garden Club is sponsoring its annual Scarecrows on the Common display as part of the town's...

Council considers cultural district for Marlborough's downtown

By Joan F. Simoneau, Community Reporter Marlborough – At a recent meeting, the City Council agreed to consider a resolution on behalf of the Marlborough...

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For Marlborough couple, bird sculpture brings joy

By Jane Keller Gordon, Contributing Writer MARLBOROUGH - Carl the Cardinal’s life has had its ups-and-downs.  First, he was a tree. Then, he was a seven-foot-tall...