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In Marlborough,”Pink” raises green for breast cancer research
Marlborough - Students at Marlborough High School (MHS) set aside their homework and after-school activities last week to raise money for breast cancer research.
Sing, Say and Play at Northborough Free Library
Northborough – Fridays, Nov. 18, Dec.9 and Dec. 23, starting at 11:15 a.m., Sing, Say and Play for children ages 2.5 to 5 years...
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Fund-raiser goes to the dogs
Shrewsbury - Nearly 180 runners, many with dogs, start the Pups for Paton's Playground 5K Race and One-Mile Fun...
Signups being held for Shrewsbury Destination Imagination
Shrewsbury - Shrewsbury Destination Imagination is currently accepting registrations for students in the Shrewsbury School District who would like to be part of a...
Joseph DeMaria Scholarship golf event celebrates final year
Shrewsbury - When Joseph M. DeMaria passed away in 2001, his family knew they wanted to find a way to keep his legacy alive in the town of Shrewsbury, his hometown for his entire 63 years of life.
NSPAC hosts ‘Planning for a Lifetime of Care for your Child with Special Needs’...
Northborough/Southborough - The Northborough Southborough Special Education Parents Advisory Council (NSPAC) is hosting a Nov. 8 presentation for families and caregivers to provide...
“Hypnosis Gone Wild” NSPAC fund-raiser to feature Dan Candell
Northborough/Southborough - Dan Candell, master hypnotist and mind reader, claims "I can read your thoughts, then hypnotize you in seconds!" For one time only...
Shrewsbury health teacher helps kids understand warning signs
Shrewsbury - Kim Nikula spends a six-week rotation with every student at Oak Middle School. As the school's only health teacher, the way she teaches is a lesson itself. She shows students respect. She listens to what they say. She lets them know what she wants from them. She sets clear ground rules.
St. Mary School in Shrewsbury names award recipients
Shrewsbury - The St. Mary School Alumni Office announced the recipients of the school's first Fr. Edward W. Lynch, Founder's Award and the Saint...
“Ben Franklin” visits Lincoln Street School in Northborough
Northborough - Benjamin Franklin visits the Lincoln Street School Oct. 7 as part of a "Historical Perspectives for Children" program. The entertaining and informative...
Westborough boys cross country shoots for third straight title
Westborough - After winning two straight Mid-Wach B League titles, the Westborough Boys cross country team has high expectations for the 2011 season. Led by coach Rick Hebert, the league's top runner and captain Brendan Robertson, and co-captains Jon Egan and Andrew Lampi, the Rangers showcase a deep, talented team of runners this year.
Marlborough-based community network promotes literacy, connections
Region - Two years ago, when the state decided to merge the Massachusetts Family Networks and the Community Partnerships for Children Grants, Cynthia Arroyo didn's panic about what might happen to her job as grants administrator for the partnerships.
Northborough drive fills 125 backpacks
Northborough - The Northborough Moms & Tots and Northborough Helping Hands Association Inc.'s Fourth Annual Backpack and School Supplies Drive was a success for...
GEEK Your Library! Dewey Day Oct. 23 at Shrewsbury Public Library
Shrewsbury - Sunday, Oct. 23, from 1 to 3 p.m., is Dewey Day at the Shrewsbury Public Library. Stop by the library to see...
Superintendent releases Hudson Public Schools MCAS scores
Hudson - School Superintendent Dr. Keith Lyons presented the 2010 statewide Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) results to the school committee during its Sept. 27 meeting.
Southborough Library receives “Serving Tweens and Teens” grant
Southborough – The Southborough Library has announced that is has been awarded a two-year $13,758 grant, which will allow the library to develop a...
Civil War re-enactment comes to Westborough
Westborough - The grounds of Westborough High School were recently transformed into a Union soldiers" camp. The 13th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry, Company F re-enactors set up canvas tents called dog tents, which were outfitted with camp beds, Civil-War-era lanterns, mess kits and weapons.
Northborough School Committee announces opening to Financial Planning Committee
Northborough - The Northborough School Committee has announced an opening for its appointment to the Financial Planning Committee. The appointment is effective through April...
Japanese students welcomed by mayor, City Council
Marlborough – A discussion regarding the management of Fire Department funds, which had resulted in removing a rescue truck from service for several days, continued at the Oct. 3 City Council meeting.
Local author urges girls to “Dream, Sweat Achieve”
Westborough – Throughout her career as a personal trainer, motivational speaker and author, Michele Craemer has seen how the power of movement and getting fit has helped to change the lives of many women.