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Shrewsbury – Liam Davidson has had a busy fall, handling a demanding workload as a sophomore at St. John's High School as well as participating in crew. But there was also one other major project that the 16-year-old had on his agenda over the past few months - taking a leadership role in helping to organize a major community event – the third annual Turkey Trot. Liam's reason for helping with the event, which is a two- or five-mile walk, is a very personal one. The trot, to be held in Shrewsbury on Thanksgiving morning, Nov. 28, is in honor of his late grandfather, Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court Justice Francis P. O"Connor, who died in 2007 of Alzheimer's disease.

Marlborough- Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School concluded its Military Awareness Week Nov. 8 by honoring veterans with a fully attended assembly in the gym.

Marlborough - A beautiful sunny and crisp day set the scene for the annual Veterans Day Parade in Marlborough. Main Street was filled with eager attendees. Participating in the parade were members of the Marlborough High School and Middle School Marching Band, Bob Page, parade coordinator for the Marlborough Veterans Council, city officials including Mayor Arthur Vigeant, guest speaker Brigadier General Paul G. Smith, School Committee members, veterans, Scout troops, and the Honor Guard.

Shrewsbury – Veterans Day is commemorated annually at Southgate at Shrewsbury. And around the same time for the past several years, the anniversary of that retirement community has been celebrated with a musical-comedy revue performed by residents, and written and directed by Program Director Deanna Swan. This year, Swan integrated the two activities. "It's about time that we combined them together," she said. "It makes perfect sense."

By Chris Wraight, Contributing Writer Holden - The top-seeded Westborough High School Rangers girls" soccer team faced off against the third-seeded Algonquin Regional High School...

Grafton - The Central Massachusetts Division 1 defending champion Shrewsbury High School Colonials met the Algonquin Regional High School Tomahawks for the Central Mass. field hockey title on Nov. 9 at Grafton High School. The Colonials were the number three seed while the Tomahawks were the eighth seed.

Northborough - Nick Cappello will never forget the early morning phone he received in his hotel room in 2005, telling him that his son was killed. Cappello won's forget what he described as the "constant stream of tears" he shared with his wife, Jan. His son, Paul, was 21 when his SUV reportedly struck a boulder, ending his life. Cappello said the accident left him with questions that will forever be unanswered: Did Paul suffer? What were his last thoughts? Why did his friends let him drive, even though Paul was inebriated?

Hudson – Participating in a new program called Cheer for Dana-Farber, cheerleaders and students in kindergarten through fourth grade at Mulready Elementary School displayed their spirit Nov. 6 for Pajama Day to benefit the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. The fundraiser was organized by Stacey Hartford, whose two youngest sons, Dominic and Jacob, are childhood cancer survivors.

Shrewsbury - In November, Oak Middle School student Julianna Lino will be heading to Riesa, Germany, to participate in the International Dance Organization (IDO) World Tap Dance Competition.

Westborough – Decorated soldier Douglas M. Sulham has been named grand marshal of Westborough's Veterans" Day parade, to be held Monday, Nov. 11. Sulham served...

  Westborough – Fans of "The Nutcracker" gathered at Tatnuck Bookseller Nov. 3 to enjoy a special book signing and mini performance of excerpts from...

Westborough – This year, 36 teams put on their thinking caps for the Westborough Education Foundation's (WEF) sixth annual Trivia Bee, held Nov. 4...

Northborough - The town of Northborough has joined Marlborough, Westborough, and other local communities in signing a formal proclamation in recognition of Purple Heart medal recipients. At its Nov. 4 meeting, the Board of Selectmen unanimously proclaimed Northborough a Purple Heart Town, recognizing the "contributions and sacrifices of men and women of Northborough" who were wounded in combat. "We all have a debt of gratitude to all the veterans," said Selectman Jeff Amberson.

Hudson - The sixth-seeded Hudson High School Hawks hosted the eleventh-seeded Nashoba Regional High School Chieftains for a first round Central Division 1 playoff soccer game Nov. 2 at the Morgan Bowl. The two teams battled evenly for the first half, with neither side able to score. The Hawks' Michael Conley scored less than one minute into the second half (assist by Andrew Oliveira). The Chieftains' Shea Cruickshank evened it up on a penalty kick with 17:16 remaining and regulation ended tied 1-1.

Marlborough - The third-seeded Marlborough High School Panthers hosted the sixth-seeded Fitchburg High School Red Raiders Nov. 1 at Kelleher Field for its 2013 Football Central Division 2 quarter-final. After a scoreless first quarter, the Panthers got on the board first with an 11-yard run by William Cowdrey (Kevin Chilin kicked the point-after) for a 7-0 lead.

Region - You never know who's pitching in at Tower Hill Botanic Garden!? Shrewsbury resident Cathi O"Toole celebrates Halloween in a very "devilish" way. Photo/Joyce...

Marlborough – The annual Trick or Trot Halloween Fun Run to benefit the athletes of Special Olympics Massachusetts was held Oct. 19 at the Yawkey Sports Training Center. Events included a Kid's Dash, a 5K run, and a walking course, and participants were encouraged to dress in costume. According to Section Director Jon Scully, nearly 200 people participated in this year's event, along with 50 volunteers. Approximately $19,000 was raised. Karen Gregorczyk of Paxton was the overall winner of the 5K race, and Paul Peraino was the first male finisher.

Hudson – About 175 friends, relatives and supportive townspeople gathered Oct. 26 to remember Michaella Libby, a 2010 Hudson High School (HHS) graduate who died in January 2012 at age 20. The occasion was the second annual Miles and Smiles for Michaella, a three-mile walk beginning and ending at Morgan Bowl. While a sophomore at the University of Maryland majoring in public health, she tutored inner-city children in Washington, D.C., and volunteered for Students Helping Honduras.

Northborough - The eighth-seeded Algonquin Regional High School Tomahawks hosted the ninth-seeded Marlborough High School Panthers for their first round game of the 2013 Field Hockey Central Division 1 playoffs.

Marlborough – The Marlborough High School (MHS) class of 2014 followed the lead of last year's seniors and announced their superlatives in the fall instead of the spring, so that photos could get published in the yearbook. That schedule is expected to continue, according to class advisor Paula Ryder. "The kids have known each other for a long time, so they already know who they'se going to vote for in the fall," she said.