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Court documents reveal details in attempted murder in Marlborough

Mark Donahue faces charges, including assault and battery with a dangerous weapon and reckless endangerment of a child.

Community Advocate May 5, 2023

In this weeks' Community Advocate read: Shrewsbury voters head to the polls; Bill seeks to bolster local access revenue streams; Discussion continues on Islamic Society’s plans.

Your car deserves pampering and polishing from CG Auto Detailing

In their new location in Northborough, the crew at CG Auto Detailing carefully clean and polish every vehicle that comes into the shop

‘Custer Cars’ were a popular ride at Shrewsbury amusement park

One of the many rides that White City Amusement Park in Shrewsbury featured was the “Custer Cars,” which went around a track.

Fuller RV enters 40th year as region’s hub for recreational living vehicles

In August of 2023, Fuller RV will start its 40th season of recreational living. Owners Bobby and Sheri Fuller are well-seasoned in the RV world.

Attempted murder leads to chase, arrest

A man from Marlborough was taken into custody by state police after a pursuit on routes 20, 95 and 93 on Thursday, April 27.

First stage of Mass. Pike, I-495 project about to begin

The first stage to improve the interchange at I-495 and the Massachusetts Turnpike is about to begin, including demo of the Fruit St. bridge.

Demolition of Mass. Pike bridge begins early May

The demolition of the Fruit Street bridge in Hopkinton as part of the I-495 and Mass. Pike Interchange Improvements Project.

Community Advocate April 28, 2023

The next steps begin for former Civic Kitchen space. Planning Board approves Gutierrez warehouse plans. Shrewsbury proposes cemetery expansion into Prospect Park.

Moderna wants to buy Marlborough site

Moderna wants to move to Marlborough. The biotech company is in the process of obtaining 149 Hayes Memorial Drive.

Hudson’s industrial past is a window into the history of the town

The town of Hudson has a rich industrial history; one that far predates it even being incorporated as a separate town. 

Sligo Hill Standpipe remains a testament to early industrial engineering

At a height of 1500 feet, Sligo Hill is the tallest point in Marlborough. Visible from miles around, the cylindrical water tower sits on top.

E.W. Gemme & Sons Co. boasts four generations of home improvement experience

Now known as E.W. Gemme & Sons Co Inc, they provide painting as well as various contracting services for exterior and interior spaces.

Sit back, relax, and enjoy spring clean-up by McCarthy’s Landscaping crew

Roger and Sue McCarthy, owners of McCarthy’s Landscaping, proudly serve the homeowners by saving them time and making their yards beautiful.

Community Advocate April 21, 2023

Coderre says goodbye. Originally, John Coderre didn’t want to work in local government. Planning Board approves plans for Beal Commons.

Raising Cane’s opening in Marlborough pushed to May

If you’re hankering for chicken fingers from Raising Cane’s, you’ll have to wait a while longer. The restaurant will open next month.

Southborough’s Second Meeting House dates back over two centuries

In 1806, the town constructed the Second Meeting House on the site of the first house but the structure was replaced with a longer building.

Community Advocate April 14, 2023

An egg-cellent egg hunt. Shrewsbury’s flashlight egg hunt a huge success. After sunset on April 7, families gathered at Dean Park to participate in the Shrewsbury Parks and Recreation Department’s Flashlight Egg Hunt.

Dry, windy weather leads to brush fires

Local fire departments have been kept busy over the past few days, as dry and windy conditions have provided ideal conditions for brush fires.

City Council approves site plans for former Rowe Funeral Home

Most council members joined neighbors in objection to the plans, which currently calls for the demolition of the former Rowe Funeral Home.