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Skipping the fast food

Shrewsbury – Firefighters have one of the most demanding and stressful jobs, both mentally and physically. To help maintain good health, the Shrewsbury Fire Department has been working...
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Letter to the Editor: Vote No on Question 1

To the Editor: I am a physician and the President of the Medical Staff at UMass Memorial – Marlborough Hospital. I am a pulmonologist and critical...

Quarantine is not that bad

A lighthearted look at life in a time of “quarantine” By Pravin Trivedi Westborough - Rush hour in our little town of Westborough used to be...

Listen to your heart… but follow the science

As we anxiously await news that the virus is receding, some are suggesting the stay at home mandates be eased or lifted. Although it's...
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Ready…Set…Merge

Northborough/Shrewsbury – The ramp merging from Route 20 onto Route 9 West is notoriously prone to accidents as drivers stop and start trying to...

A new year…a new director

Shrewsbury - As a new year starts, there will also be a new face on Shrewsbury’s Council on Aging.  Hollie Lucht was recently named...

Whiskers for Westborough continues to grow…

Westborough – Once again, the Westborough Police Department is joining its colleagues across the state in a special initiative, “No Shave November.” Participating officers are...
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Letter to the Editor – A call to action in Northborough

To the Editor: Did you know the town of Northborough saw a larger than usual number of staff moving on to greener pastures? The Board...

Technology is “king”

Region- In simpler times, back-to-school shopping meant pens, pencils and a book bag. In today's technology-rich society, parents are faced with a variety of...
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Now is the time to take action to save the Earth

To the Editor: It may not be very visible but it is happening. Our Earth is being ripped apart in front of our very own eyes...
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Data against use of plastic bags is flawed

To the Editor: At the recent Northborough Town Meeting Article 36 (Plastic Bag Reduction Bylaw) passed. This article is based on some poor data (causing...
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Vote for Milton for Northborough Board of Selectmen

To the Editor: When I think of how I want my government to reflect our values, the first thing that comes to mind is representation....
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Real estate, mindset and COVID-19

To the Editor:    For the past 12 years I have been a Realtor. I began my real estate career during the financial crisis of 2008....

Who was that masked man…or woman?

Region - When the Governor's mask mandate went into effect on May 6, it was a change for a lot of folks. However with...

Staying alert in Westborough

Westborough – Social media is a great way to communicate urgent information in an emergency – as long as you are a fan of...

Where there is light…. there is hope

Region – Despite the challenges of 2020, area residents are lightening the mood by decorating their homes with festive holiday lights. “Best Holiday Lights Display”...
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Elect Ananth to Shrewsbury Board of Selectmen

To the Editor: I urge you to elect Jonjy Ananth to the Shrewsbury Board of selectmen on May 7th. This personable, soft-spoken, educated, intelligent, family...

Thank you from RTN Federal Credit Union

RTN Federal Credit Union extends its sincere thanks to the walkers, volunteers, donors and businesses who participated in our seventh annual Walk Home June 11 in Waltham, Dorchester and Danvers. The event was a huge success.

Letter to the Editor – Northborough selectman offers apology to families of lost servicemen

To the Editor: I write in apology for a very significant omission in my remarks at the concluding ceremony of the Northborough Memorial Day Parade...
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Vote Ceylan Rowe for State Representative Worcester’s 12th District

To the Editor: I wanted to personally put my support for Ceylan Rowe for Rep out there. I have known Ceylan as a Northboro mom...