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Sen. Eldridge talks DCR funding, affordable housing at forum
State Sen. Jamie Eldridge called on local business leaders to share their thoughts on the local housing situation in comments last week.
Northborough quilting group gives back to the community
A Northborough-based quilting group gathered in February to collect and donate over 30 quilts to the NICU and pediatric unit.
Shrewsbury feels effect of storm
Shrewsbury - Although not hit as hard as some western Massachusetts towns, Shrewsbury was still impacted by the Oct. 29 nor'easter. The town was...
All hail the jester in Westborough
Westborough - Tyler Hurtado, 6, volunteers to assist Alexander, King of the Jesters, during a performance presented Aug. 3 by the Westborough Public Library...
Algonquin soccer teams advance in playoffs
Northborough - The Algonquin Regional High School Tomahawks boys and girls soccer teams each won their Central Division 1 quarterfinal matchups Nov. 5, and will advance to the next round of the playoffs.
Kids make a splash in Marlborough
Marlborough - It was an afternoon of fun in the sun at Wayside Racquet and Swim Club Aug. 3. Kidfest, an end of the summer celebration, offered a variety of activities for kids and their families: jump houses, pitch "n" splash, an inflatable obstacle course, puppet shows, balloon animals, popcorn, cotton candy, face painting, spin art, tattoos, reptiles from Curious Creatures and more.
Sewer capacity a concern in Westborough BJ’s site redevelopment plan
Planning Board members and developers eyeing the BJs headquarters off Route 9 in Westborough voiced concerns about sewer capacity last month.
Algonquin, Marlborough fall in division finals
By Jeff Slovin, Contributing Writer
Region – It was a tough weekend for local area high school basketball teams as both Algonquin Regional and Marlborough...
Shrewsbury Police arrest suspected crack cocaine dealer
The Shrewsbury Police Department recently conducted an investigation into a man distributing crack cocaine to several individuals in Shrewsbury and several locations throughout Worcester County.
Firefighter to host hockey fundraiser for foundation
Region - Mike Matros is a Marlborough resident, member of the Sudbury Fire Department and an avid hockey player. He is also a runner who this year will be participating in the Boston Marathon to raise funds for a cause close to his heart - the Last Call Foundation which supports firefighter safety.
Nonprofit founded by WHS alum up for Classy Award
Breaktime, a Boston-based nonprofit, was recently named a finalist to earn the Classy Awards’ People’s Choice Award.
Training like Olympians in Shrewsbury
Shrewsbury - Ethan Zheng, 5, performs a backflip during the July 27 session of Olympic Fitness, one of many courses of the Summer Enrichment...
Shrewsbury warehouse plans approved by Planning Board
On July 6, the Shrewsbury Planning Board approved the site plan for a 134,000-square-foot warehouse building.
Working out(side) in Westborough
Westborough - Three clients of Small Town CrossFit took their fitness regimes outside the studio this morning and worked out on the sidewalk instead. The three lifted weights, jumped on and off a large box and did push-ups right on the sidewalk.
Community Advocate December 13, 2024
In this week's edition read Fire damages Arrive building. Community Center pool project estimated at $406,521.
MidWach League announces 2021 fall all stars
REGION - Well over 100 local high school athletes were recently recognized with all star honors as the MidWach League released its finalized fall...
Therapy dogs get to work in Northborough
NORTHBOROUGH – Students eagerly turn and point as Toby walks by in the halls of the Lincoln Street Elementary School in Northborough.
Toby is a...
Elizabeth Hopkinson wins Gibbons School Geography Bee
By Nance Ebert, Contributing Writer
Westborough – For the last two decades students at the Sarah W. ?Gibbons Middle School have participated in an annual...
Southborough offers many attractions
Southborough – The town has a lot to offer residents and visitors. Southborough has places that celebrate nature, history and recreation.
Applefest fireworks rescheduled for this weekend
Applefest fireworks will now take place from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Algonquin Regional High School athletic fields.