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Military funeral pays tribute to Northborough's fallen soldier

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By Ed Karvoski Jr., Contributing Writer Northborough – Family, friends and townspeople were joined by state and local officials Sept. 16 at St. Rose of...

McGovern shares stories, advice from career as state's top cop

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Region - For over 30 years, Col. Marian McGovern served in different roles in the Mass. State Police, culminating with her earning the top position, superintendent, in 2009. After retiring in 2012, she has spent her time speaking to different groups and serving on boards that assist many of the same types of people she worked with during her storied career – children, the elderly and victims of abuse. McGovern was the guest speaker at the Corridor Nine Area Chamber of Commerce's women's networking group Business Forward Females (BFF) Sept. 9 meeting, held at the Courtyard by Marriott in Marlborough.

McGovern shares stories, advice from career as state’s top cop

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Region - For over 30 years, Col. Marian McGovern served in different roles in the Mass. State Police, culminating with her earning the top position, superintendent, in 2009. After retiring in 2012, she has spent her time speaking to different groups and serving on boards that assist many of the same types of people she worked with during her storied career – children, the elderly and victims of abuse. McGovern was the guest speaker at the Corridor Nine Area Chamber of Commerce’s women’s networking group Business Forward Females (BFF) Sept. 9 meeting, held at the Courtyard by Marriott in Marlborough.

Westborough falls to St. John's in boys’ soccer

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Shrewsbury - The St. John's High School Pioneers defeated the Westborough High School Rangers 2-1 in a rain soaked game played Sept. 13 at Pioneer Field.

Westborough falls to St. John’s in boys’ soccer

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Shrewsbury - The St. John’s High School Pioneers defeated the Westborough High School Rangers 2-1 in a rain soaked game played Sept. 13 at Pioneer Field.

Shrewsbury defeats Algonquin in season opener

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Shrewsbury - The Shrewsbury High School (SHS) Colonials football team defeated the Algonquin Regional High School Tomahawks 34-0 in the season opener, held Sept. 12 under the lights at SHS.

Officials hope new system will reduce stuck trucks

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Westborough – Over the last few years, it has been a common, vexing problem for town officials – trucks attempting to pass under the low CSX railroad bridge on East Main Street (Route 30) end up getting stuck. Although there are signs leading up to the bridge and the structure itself is clearly marked "DANGER – 12" 6" – LOW BRIDGE," many truckers still try to go under the bridge.

Central One donates to Shrewsbury High School Athletic Department

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Shrewsbury – For the second year in a row, Central One Federal Credit Union has made a $20,000 donation to the Shrewsbury High School (SHS) Athletic Department. Surrounded by members of SHS's athletic teams, David L"Ecuyer, the bank's president and CEO, presented the check Sept. 8 to Dr. Joseph Sawyer, the superintendent of the Shrewsbury Public Schools and Todd Bazydlo, SHS principal.

Remembering those lost on Sept. 11, 2001

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Marlborough - The lawn of the Walker Building in Marlborough is covered in flags in honor of those who perished in attacks of Sept....

Corridor Nine Chamber to host Applefest 5k

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Northborough - The Corridor Nine Area Chamber of Commerce will be hosting the 21st Applefest 5k, Saturday, Sept. 20. The race starts and finishes at the Marion E. Zeh Elementary School, 33 Howard St. The event traditionally attracts between 300 to 500 runners and walkers and is perfect for experienced runners as well as those just starting out.

United we stand

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Region – This week, while communities mark the anniversary of Sept. 11, 2001, rather than commemorating the events themselves, they focus on those who...

Algonquin triumphs over North Middlesex in field hockey

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By Jeff Slovin, Contributing Writer Northborough - The Algonquin Regional High School Tomahawks field hockey team defeated the North Middlesex Regional Patriots 3-0 Sept. 8.?...

Marlborough senior ‘toughs it out’ as Marines take over football practice

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Marlborough - Marlborough High School (MHS) senior Willy Cowdrey said the team's Aug. 21 football practice started out rough, with the team messing up assignments and communication. It didn't get any easier when a group of soldiers from the U.S. Marine Corps showed up and took over practice. “We didn't think they were coming because it took a while, and then they came and we were just like, ‘damn,’” Cowdrey said.

Marlborough senior “toughs it out” as Marines take over football practice

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Marlborough - Marlborough High School (MHS) senior Willy Cowdrey said the team's Aug. 21 football practice started out rough, with the team messing up assignments and communication. It didn't get any easier when a group of soldiers from the U.S. Marine Corps showed up and took over practice. "We didn't think they were coming because it took a while, and then they came and we were just like, "damn,"" Cowdrey said.

Honoring a fallen hero

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Northborough - A homemade memorial near his family's home and a sign in front of the Vincent F. Picard American Legion Post 234 honors...

Knight’s Airport Limousine Service promotes prostate cancer awareness initiative

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Knight’s Airport Limousine Service has partnered with the American Cancer Society on a campaign to promote prostate cancer awareness and raise funds toward researching the disease.

Knight's Airport Limousine Service promotes prostate cancer awareness initiative

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Knight's Airport Limousine Service has partnered with the American Cancer Society on a campaign to promote prostate cancer awareness and raise funds toward researching the disease.

Lake Quinsigamond Boat Parade celebrates the movies

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Shrewsbury – On a beautiful summer Saturday, Aug. 30, 18 boats took to the waters of Lake Quinsigamond for a Boat Parade. The entrants were instructed to decorate their boats using the theme of "Favorite Movie."

Marlborough Lions Club: “You snooze, you lose”

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Marlborough – The Marlborough Lions Club continued a longtime tradition spanning over 30 years with its annual Bed Race held Sept. 1 prior to...

Marlborough Lions Club: ‘You snooze, you lose’

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Marlborough – The Marlborough Lions Club continued a longtime tradition spanning over 30 years with its annual Bed Race held Sept. 1 prior to...