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By Bonnie Adams, Managing Editor Marlborough – Although there is not yet any snow in the region, the inside of the Best Western Royal Plaza...

Marlborough – As part of a daylong infrastructure-centered tour of her district U.S. Representative Lori Trahan (D-MA-03) met with local leaders in Marlborough April 16 at Quest...

Shrewsbury - The parking lot at the Christmas Tree Shop plaza is undergoing a major renovation on the Route 20 side to include more spaces.

Northborough/Southborough – The 15-40 Connection is a nonprofit organization, based in Westborough, with the mission to raise awareness that the cancer survival rate of teens and young adults hasn's improved for over 35 years. One of the ways the group is promoting the importance of early detection is by helping to form clubs in high schools and colleges. Last school year, Algonquin Regional High School (ARHS) in Northborough started a club prompted by a concerned student, Stephanie Madigan, who is now a senior.

In this week's edition read St. Anne’s Human Services provides holiday cheer, year-round support. Bock stepping down as WPS superintendent.

Marlborough - In collaboration with the city of Marlborough, the Colonial Garden Club of Marlborough has adopted many areas throughout the city to maintain. Among them are the signs at the Southborough, Hudson, Northborough and Sudbury town lines. There are two signs at each location, one mayor sign and one entrance sign.

Shrewsbury - The University of Massachusetts Marching Band, which includes 24 members from Worcester County and three from Shrewsbury, has been chosen to march...

Northborough – Nearly 40 years ago, Donna and Dan McDonald, who were high school sweethearts at Algonquin Regional High School, were married. Together they raised two sons, Jason and Tom, who now each have two children of their own. In 2001 Donna was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis which thankfully is in remission for the time being. But that is the not the couple’s main health concern. For in 2012 when he was only 54, Dan, a former truck driver and manager, was diagnosed with Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), a disease that is similar to early onset Alzheimer’s Disease.

Northborough - Years ago, Jack Shanahan recorded albums in Los Angeles. His band, "Jack & Present Company," toured New England and his songs were winning Billboard awards for composition. Realizing dreams of stardom was not a farfetched idea.

Hudson – On a drizzly Dec. 6, residents with umbrellas in hand attended the 12th annual Hudson Downtown Holiday Stroll. Children shared their gift requests with Santa Claus by the fireplace at the Hudson Senior Center. All ages got a unique perspective of downtown while riding a horse-drawn hayride.

Marlborough Panthers vs. Hudson Hawks Marlborough - Marlborough High School's (MHS) Steve Lampedecchio (#17, left) pins Hudson High School's (HHS) Connor West (#22, right) against...

Grafton – Under brilliant blue skies, town officials and residents gathered at the back of Grafton Town House located at 1 Grafton Common May 2 to celebrate the groundbreaking of the historic landmark’s Phase II Accessibility Project. The project, which is a venture between the town and the building’s lead tenant, the nonprofit group Apple Tree Arts will bring the building into compliance with Massachusetts Architectural Access Board standards as well as meet current fire safety standards.

Norfolk, Va. – Aviation Electrician’s Mate 1st Class Ian Macgregor, a native of Worcester, was recently honored as the Commander Naval Air Force Atlantic (CNAL) Sea Sailor of the Year. The announcement was made by Rear Adm. J.R. Haley, commander, Naval Air Force Atlantic, during a luncheon aboard Naval Station Norfolk, March 5. Also honored was Naval Aircrewmen (Avionics) 1st Class William Ballard, of Ponchatoula, La., as the CNAL Shore Sailor of the Year.

Westborough - The normally busy Westborough rotary was just about deserted at 11 a.m. today. Although it is Ground Hog Day, fortunately today's storm...

Marlborough - Lobster bisque is served to guests by Melissa Striharsky, the manager of dining and event services at the Wayside Inn in Sudbury...

Northborough - The Algonquin Regional High School Tomahawks football team defeated the Holy Name Central Catholic High School Naps by a score of 20-14 in a game played Oct. 16.

Westborough – Local officials and members of Westborough's business community gathered at the South Street Diner Aug. 14 to celebrate the town being named Google's 2013 eCity of Massachusetts. The award, acknowledging the town as the "digital capital" of the state, was presented to Town Manager Jim Malloy by Matt Dunne, Google's head of community affairs.

Westborough - (l to r) Ryan Maloney, the owner of Julio's Liquor Store in Westborough, and Westborough resident Ed Sherr celebrate a...

Students welcome seniors for lunch Northborough - Student Council President Kathryn Pfiel (center) serves Pat Fitgerald and Diane Barrile at the Senior Luncheon held recently...

Marlborough – Cindy Innes and Linda Murray, co-leaders of the Norfolk County Mini Whinnies, brought smiles to New Horizons at Marlborough residents, when they...