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Land that’s going to the dogs

Northborough – For several years the town of Northborough had hoped to build a dog park. But unfortunately, the land that was chosen, the...

Stand and be counted

Region – In many people’s eyes it’s been a long, protracted election cycle already. But it’s about to get kicked up a notch as...

A road more traveled

Region - After enduring a particularly harsh winter, the snow is finally melting. Although winter was tough on our collective psyche, it was even...

Proud to be your hometown newspaper

Region – The Community Advocate might not date back to 1776, but this fall we will be celebrating our 40th year as the region's...
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Taking a bite out of crime

Westborough – This week the Westborough Police Department announced that there will soon be a new officer on the street- K-9 ”Lukas”.     Along...

Letter to the Editor: Support Beal School Project

I will be voting YES for the Beal School project this November 6th. Having been a resident of Shrewsbury for nearly 20 years, I...
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Vote for Samia for Selectman

To the Editor: John Samia’s experience, including his work as General Counsel for American Superconductor Corporation and tenure on the Shrewsbury School Committee, make him...

Letter to Editor: Palitsch will ‘get the job done’

To the Editor, I have had the privilege to know Jason Palitsch for 10 years and know him to be a caring, dedicated member of...

Hawks take the title

Hudson – Led by the stellar pitching of senior Sophia Togneri, the Hudson High School girls’ softball team won the Division 2 state championship...

Quiet those ‘beeping’ horns

Grafton – Today, traffic noise is part of our everyday life, but in Grafton, residents have been complaining about a different type of traffic noise – railroad...

Bird song and beliefs that work

By Janice Lindsay He starts singing around 4:30 a.m., his voice high and sweet. He chirps atop a tree at the edge of the woods,...

Now that’s service!

Marlborough – Over the past few years, the Marlborough Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) has sought to attract large corporations to the city, as well as continuing to provide tools and services to help smaller businesses grow. Now, the MEDC has launched an ambitious initiative aimed at attracting new restaurants and brewpubs to the city.

Letter to the editor: Kane balances business and public sector experience

To the Editor: Hannah Kane has the leadership skills, experience and balance that are necessary to best represent Shrewsbury and Westborough in the 11th Worcester...

Support Shrewsbury override – Shrewsbury School Committee

To the Editor, On June 3rd Shrewsbury residents will be asked to vote on an operational override adding $1.15 per thousand dollars of valuation to...

The fight over Friday night lights

Westborough –There is something special, for both a team and its fans, when football is played at night. But while many enjoy the experience, for those who live close to the field, it is not always as pleasant. As Westborough voters prepare to decide at the Monday, Oct. 16 Town Meeting if lights should be installed at Westborough High School, both sides have been sharing their opinions on the issue.

Changing with the times

Southborough – Town officials realize that Southborough’s rural charm and small town atmosphere are key reasons why many residents have chosen to live there....
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Shrewsbury Firefighters Association support Ananth and Samia

To the Editor: The Shrewsbury Firefighters Association is proud to formally endorse both John Samia and Jonjy Ananth for election to the Shrewsbury Board of...
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‘I strongly support the MGB expansion plan’

To The Community Advocate Editor:   The Boston Globe published an op- ed entitled Critics of Mass General Brigham expansion plan ignore key facts, 1/26/22. This...
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Vote for Samia for Shrewsbury Selectman

To the Editor: John Samia is a lifelong Shrewsbury resident who is proud of Shrewsbury and believes in giving back to his community. In the...

Stand and be counted

Region - It’s been said that apathy is the enemy of a healthy democracy. Today, citizens frequently share their disdain for the current political...