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By Maureen Sullivan Assistant EditorMARLBOROUGH – Sean Navin remembers going to Solomon Pond Mall every Friday and Saturday night.
“It was a formative part” of my life, he said.
Now a member of the City Council, Navin would like to see the mall — and the rest of Donald Lynch Boulevard — revitalized with new businesses, and perhaps some housing and bike paths.
During its meeting on March 18, the council’s Urban Affairs Committee discussed the possibility of adding an overlay district to the area.
Should the proposal be approved, the zoning ordinance would be modified to include restaurants, cafes and allow other uses with a special permit. These would include medical offices, multifamily dwellings, studios, fitness clubs and drive-through facilities. There is currently one standalone restaurant on the boulevard.
“It’s important to be proactive about this,” said Meredith Harris of the Marlborough Economic Development Corp., which co-sponsored a report about Donald Lynch Boulevard with the city.
Retail shopping has evolved over the past few years, with the rise of online shopping. Several big-box retailers, including Sears, have either closed or moved out of the area.
The city would like to expand opportunities
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MARLBOROUGH – Spider-Man made an appearance. So did Wonder Woman and Barack Obama.
Renderings of them were part of hundreds of 2-D and 3-D artwork at the annual kindergarten through 12th grade Citywide Art Show at Whitcomb Middle School on April 4.
Visitors trudged through an early spring snow to warm up to a variety of media, from digital and video to graphic design and ceramics.
“I’m so proud of all the students’ work,” said Marlborough Public Schools Superintendent Mary Murphy.
Both floors were filled with artwork — elementary and high school on the first floor, middle school on the top.
In the center of the lobby, several pieces had just returned from a display at Worcester Art Museum, part of a regional art exhibit celebrat-
Hudson to learn about racial equity in government
By Sarah Freedman Contributing WriterHUDSON – Hudson has joined communities like Acton, Framingham, Lowell, Natick and Salem in joining the REACH, or Racial Equity Advancement and Collaborative Hub, program.
REACH is a 10-month program that gives a team the opportunity to connect and collabo-
rate with other towns to learn about and apply strategies for equity in municipal government.
According to a Feb. 21 memo from Executive Assistant Thomas Gregory, the REACH program is “a transformative initiative that aims to cultivate inclusive and equitable environments within Massachusetts municipalities.”
The memo also noted that the program
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Art show | 10 Visitors view the many examples of 2-D and 3-D art at the annual K-12 Citywide Art Show on April 4 at Whitcomb Middle School. (Photo/ Maureen Sullivan)
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REGION – Work has continued on the Route 495/Massachusetts Turnpike project in Hopkinton and Westborough.
The Massachusetts Department of Public Transportation has scheduled a public meeting for Wednesday, May 8, to provide updates on the improvement project.
The interchange upgrades at Route 495 and the turnpike will help reduce crashes in the project area; reduce recurring congestion; reduce queuing that currently extends from the interchange onto 495 and the turnpike; and reduce travel time.
According to the department, more than 100,000 vehicles travel on both the Turnpike and Route 495, with 75,000 through the interchange, including approximately half of all trucking entering eastern Massachusetts.
Construction is scheduled to be completed in 2027.
Work continues on the following parts of the project:
to eastbound; westbound to northbound; and westbound to southbound.
Ramp work includes clearing and grubbing, excavation, base course installation, pier construction, dewatering, MSE wall construction, coffer dam installation and permanent pile installation.
The westbound to northbound ramp trestle has been completed. The trestle will be used as a platform from which to construct the ramp, and will be removed at the completion of the construction of the ramp.
Bridge work includes constructing footings, abutments, piers, bridge decks, barriers,
Bridge Work – Fruit Street over Route 495; over the MBTA corridor; Route 495 over the Turnpike; and Route 495 over Flanders Road.
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For more information about the meeting, please visit https:// www.mass.gov/i-495i-90-interchange-improvements.
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is designed to be a platform for municipal teams to partake in dialogue and learning that emphasizes collaboration, knowledge exchange and support for racial equity in local government and the larger community.
Racial equity | from page 1 run in partnership with the Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC), and the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston. They have enlisted the Government Alliance on Race and Equity (GARE), a national network that works to achieve racial equity and advance opportunities for all, according to its website.
The Director of Public and Community Health Lauren Antonelli said the program is
MAPC and the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston fund the
program with Hudson paying $5,000 toward it. Antonelli noted that the Health Department will use grant money to cover that cost.
The team consists of Antonelli, Gregory, Superintendent Brian Reagan, Director of Planning and Community Development Kristina Johnson, Human Resource and Licensing Manager Fernanda Santos,
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Manager Fernanda Santos, Executive Assistant Thomas Gregory.
Police Chief Richard DiPersio, Regional Youth Substance Use Prevention Program Assistant Julie Zieff, Regional Health Communications Specialist
Thalita Campelo and Hudson resident and School Committee member Molly MacKenzie.
The team attends one session a month in Boston for a full day where the members collaborate with team members from the other communities and share best practices.
“It’s nice that it’s a somewhat diverse mix of communities,” said Antonelli.
She said, “We had to apply for the program back in the fall, and part of the application was putting forth some goals we hope to achieve.”
After learning about the program through MAPC mailings, Hudson began in February and will commence the program in November.
“We’re very interested in diversity, equity and inclusion work,” she said.
She believes that it is important for Hudson to participate in the REACH program for many reasons. At the larger municipal level, she said the town has not done a lot of strategic work in the area of diversity, equity and inclusion. Antonelli said some of the systemic issues can be attributed to the government, and as such it is significant to learn about the historical nature of the issues. With awareness, they can “make changes in the present” and be more inclusive.
She said, “The program is really giving us an opportunity to learn about these things.”
Reagan said he was pleased to partner with municipal leaders and has attended two sessions, one on the role of local government in advancing racial equity and another on the Affirm, Counter and Transform (ACT) model, which is designed to address and manage conflict, tension and push back.
“I was asked by Lauren if I would join the team to represent the School Department, and I was pleased to accept the invitation given our ongoing efforts to address racial equity in the schools,” said Reagan.
He added, “I hope to connect my learning from the program, which runs through November, to the work we are doing in the school department’s initiatives with townwide efforts to address equity.”
Johnson said of her participation, “As the director of planning and community development, it is important to me to understand how to better promote racial equity within municipal operations involving land-use decision making and long-range planning efforts with the community.”
In the health department, staff members have discussed health equity and social determinants of health, a work for which they have “a strong kind of interest and passion.”
Looking to the future, Antonelli said that as many people both live and work in Hudson “it’s especially important to us that we’re making a community as welcoming and inviting as possible.” She believed it was key to make sure that the people representing the town reflect the people who live there.
She said questions like how to hire a more diverse workforce will be explored. Overall, topics like advancing racial equity and the role of government and building inclusive communities will be covered.
Beyond the REACH program, Antonelli hoped the town would invest more time into diversity, whether that translates into staff training or an equity audit, with policies and procedures as its focus.
She said, “We’re just trying to build a foundation of being able to talk about and think about racial equity issues.”
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10:00 AM - Reception with the Cardinal for all attendees
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Although seats in the chapel are reserved for New Horizons residents, the public is invited to view the Mass via livestream from our lobby or in the comfort of their own homes.
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Demo work on plaza behind City Hall begins
By Maureen Sullivan Assistant EditorMARLBOROUGH – Work has begun to demolish the plaza in the back of City Hall.
The plaza was constructed in 1978; over the past year, crews and volunteers have emptied the concrete planters.
During the final week of March, crews have started on the plaza itself.
According to City Engineer Thomas DiPersio, the plaza will make way for a “new expanded plaza” with trees, landscap-
ing, seating and event space.
The demolition work will continue for a couple of more weeks; construction on the new plaza will follow and should be completed by summer.
The work is part of an improvement project funded with a $3 million grant from the MassWorks Infrastructure Program, through the state’s Executive Office of Housing and Economic Development.
As part of the grant, the city has been working on the park at the intersection of Prospect and Main streets to serve as a trailhead for the newly extended Assabet River Rail Trail.
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Marlborough Moose to host Angels 5K Run/Walk
MARLBOROUGH – The seventh annual Remembering
Our Angels 5K Run/Walk will take place on Saturday, May 11, at 10 a.m.
The event will start and finish at the Moose Lodge, 67 Fitchburg St., Marlborough; the course will feature the Assabet River Rail Trail.
Entry fee is $50 and will include a 5K T-shirt for both the in-person and virtual events.
Awards will be given for the top male and female overall winners; top male and female under 18; and top male and female over 50. The Angels Trophy will be awarded to the team with the most registrations.
Amenities will include parking, shuttle service, water stations, restrooms, refreshments, post-race cookout and party, raffles, and T-shirts.
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within the proposed district to accompany successful operations like the New England Sports Center and Sartorius.
A formal request to submit a zoning change will come before the City Council in April; a public hearing will be scheduled in May.
The Planning Board will also hold a public hearing, with a date to be determined.
The documents are available at https://www.marlborough-ma.gov/city-council/ events/90506.
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Crews have begun an improvement project on the back of City Hall. (Photo/Maureen Sullivan)
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Former Grafton State Hospital site to be developed
By Maureen Sullivan Assistant EditorGRAFTON – A commercial development is coming to the former Grafton State Hospital on Westboro Road.
On Monday, April 1, MassDevelopment, the state’s land bank, announced it had sold a 33-acre parcel to Boston-based GFI Partners. Plans call for a new 200,000-square-foot development to be leased for life sciences or other industrial uses.
There will be two buildings constructed on a now-vacant site.
According to MassDevelopment, construction will begin this summer, and it will be completed in early 2026.
The site is close to the North Grafton MBTA Commuter Rail station, as well as the Grafton Science Park and the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine, both owned by Tufts University.
The parcel was transferred to MassDevelopment from the
This empty lot on the grounds of the former Grafton State Hospital has been sold to GFI Partners.
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Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance in 2017 as part of the state’s Open for Business initiative, with the intention of fostering economic development along the Westboro Road (Route 30) corridor.
Races shape up in Grafton’s town election
By Maureen Sullivan Assistant EditorGRAFTON – There will be contested races for Select Board and School Committee in this year’s Town Election on Tuesday, May 21.
With the deadline to return nomination papers having passed, here are the candidates running for office: Select Board (one seat, three-year term) – Raymond Mead, candidate for re-election; Craig Dauphinais Board of Library Trustees (three seats, three-year terms) – Douglas Bowman, candidate for re-election; Aaron Vandesteen, candidate for re-election; Christopher Beltz Planning Board (two seats, three-year terms) – Robert Hassinger, candidate for reelection; Justin Wood, candidate for re-election School Committee (two seats, three-year terms) –Laura Often, candidate for re-election; Elizabeth Spin -
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For information, contact the town clerk’s office at 508-8395335, ext. 1300, https://graftonma.gov/271/Town-Clerk.
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In September 2022, MassDevelopment entered into a land disposition agreement with GFI Partners for the development of 200,000 square feet of new development buildings to attract life science/commercial users.
“Our administration is thrilled to announce the transformation of this former stateowned site under GFI Partners. Their commitment to developing a robust commercial hub will foster job creation and significantly boost economic growth in the region,” said Secretary of Economic Development Yvonne Hao, who serves as chair of MassDevelopment’s
board of directors. “We’re excited for the revitalization of this property. With the help of MassDevelopment, this property will become a great economic asset for our Route 30 corridor and all of Massachusetts.”
“Thanks to our longstanding relationship with MassDevelopment and collaboration with the town of Grafton, we are excited to transform this parcel into a 200,000-squarefoot development which can suit a variety of different tenants,” said Steve Goodman, founder of GFI Partners.
“The town is excited to see continued growth in North Grafton. The development at 124 Westboro Road will help to broaden Grafton’s industrial industry, and bring a new layer of economic development to our community,” said Grafton Town Administrator Evan Brassard. “We look forward to seeing the project completed.”
For more information, visit https://www.massdevelopment.com/
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HUDSON – Hudson resident Josh Ruminski was recently promoted to senior vice president of health plan clinical care at Commonwealth Care Alliance (CCA).
CCA is a mission-driven healthcare services organization that offers health plans and care delivery programs designed for individuals with the most significant needs.
Earlier this year, CCA announced the appointment of three leaders to its clinical health plan division, including Ruminski; Emily Bailey as the senior vice president of performance, operations and innovation and Whitney
Moyer, who was named vice president of clinical provider integration.
“Every day at CCA, we see how our products and services positively impact our health plan members with the most significant medical, social, and behavioral health needs, many of whom have historically been left behind by the healthcare system,” said Nazlim Hagmann, MD, MPH, Chief Medical Officer for CCA Health Plans.
Ruminski received his master’s in public administration with a focus on health care policy and management from Syracuse University — Maxwell School of Citizen-
ship and Public Affairs. He joined CCA in 2020 following over two decades of experience in healthcare operations, managed care client services and government administration.
He previously served as the alliance’s vice president of member onboarding and assessment. In his new role, Ruminski will be responsible for creating, driving and executing enhancements to the alliance’s care model. This will include strengthening its multidisciplinary care teams, clinical response unit, member engagement and experience and assessment units.
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When is it time to sell a vacant house?
By Gary KelleyWe are amid a housing crisis in New England. Costs are escalating leading to an exodus from the area. According to NECN, “Cities like Austin, Texas; Seattle, Washington; Salt Lake City, Utah; Raleigh, North Carolina; and Nashville, Tennessee, were among the top places for graduates to move to when considering affordability and employment opportunities. Boston came in at number 12, making it the top city in the Northeast, followed by Washington D.C., at No. 19.” I worry about this brain drain in our area.
We’ve recently had several appointments discussing selling vacant houses. These are the houses nobody lives in and frozen in time. Here are some examples:
1. The little ranch who could – 3-bedroom 2 bath home. The house was the parents, the last
passing in 2021. The home has been vacant since 2022. Smithsonian level preserved interior…..it was just like my parent’s house in the 1970s.
2. Six makes a half dozen – 6 family, bought 1992. 3 units vacant. Owner painting vacant units.
3. On Golden Pond – 2 bed, 1 bath on a small lake. Bought 2 years ago to “get away locally.” Owner never returned to spend a night. Septic system failed.
Some common things on these homes:
• Vacant homes often grow mold; they are like a green house.
• Homes do not suddenly “fall into repair” when ignored. They fall into disrepair.
• Insurance companies charge more for vacant homes.
• Each home showed evidence of water damage.
• In each case the owner was in their 70s.
Each owner asked how to get the funds to do necessary repairs. This is where a full conversation including a mortgage person makes sense.
• House 1 – the ranch. The owner wanted to do a complete remodel. We didn’t believe the home and the neighborhood (bordering commercial) would support this. Sell the house as is.
• House 2 – 6 family – hire a painter to complete the painting on the three units. Let the rent fund the painting. The quicker it is painted the quicker it will cashflow. Review rent price as the property is severely under market.
• House 3 – it’s the poster child for a contractor flip. It is too far gone to bring back. Sell as is, or get a renovation loan for the renovation (we know mortgage people for this.) While the house may be gone, the lake location is wonderful. There is no one size fits all solution in these cases. We can help with a conversation on the options. Need tools for home search: MoveWithGary. com
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If you need advice on selling your home or buying a new one, give us a call 508733-6005.
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Solar eclipse draws a crowd to Ward Park
By Maureen Sullivan Assistant EditorMARLBOROUGH – On Monday, April 8, more than 100 people lined the back of the Senior Center and Ward Park to keep their eyes (safely) on the sky.
A beautiful early spring afternoon made way for a near-total solar eclipse. Thin clouds did nothing to dull the spectacle, which began around 2:15 p.m. and ended two hours later.
At its height, the eclipse achieved about 92% totality.
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ing Youth Art Month.
Nearby, members of the Mason family searched for their entries. Kylie Mason’s entry was near the school’s main entrance.
“It’s the best piece of artwork I’ve done this year,” said Kylie, who was there with parents Dave and Katie Mason and sister Cassidy.
At the library entrance, MPS arts staff ran several short videos produced and directed by students. Near the entrance, visitors could leave messages on Post-It Notes about the exhibit.
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Some of the entries from Whitcomb Middle School, which hosted the annual K-12 Citywide Art Show on April 4.
No, it didn’t get that dark in Marlborough during the solar eclipse on Monday, April 8. The effect comes courtesy of a telescope filter from City Councilor Mark Oram.
Fran Flanagan, left, and Bill Fisher, both of Marlborough, check out the solar eclipse on Monday, April 8, behind the Senior Center on New Street.
(Photos/Maureen Sullivan)
Hogan and Eldridge share budget forecast
By Sarah Freedman Contributing WriterHUDSON – The Select Board had an audience with state Rep. Kate Hogan (D-Stow) and state Sen. Jamie Eldridge (D-Marlborough) to discuss the 2025 fiscal year budget at its March 25 meeting.
Hogan gave the board an idea of what was going on in the Massachusetts Legislature.
“The big picture view is that the economy is slowing, and tax collections are down,” said Hogan. “They’ve been consistent for a number of months in that they have not met expectations, so we’re trimming spending.”
She said the Legislature cut the year-end revenue estimate by “a billion dollars in order to meet … revenue shortfalls.” The good news, however, is that the national economy is stable, and “the Biden administration continues to inject stimulus into the economy through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Act, the CHIPS Act.”
The CHIPS Act is an effort to focus on bringing the manufacturing of microchips and semiconductors back into the United States.
“We’ve enacted important spending legislation to keep Massachusetts attractive and affordable for employers, residents, workers. A comprehensive tax relief bill was passed very recently,” said Hogan.
Hudson received earmarks last year for $50,000 for wayfinding and $50,000 for the expansion of the CATCH Connect bus service, which is associated with the MetroWest Regional Transit Authority (MWRTA).
Hogan noted that last fall
they celebrated the allocation of $1.4 million in American Rescue Plan Act spending for Hudson for the completion of water drainage upgrades and culvert repairs on Main Street.
The House has passed the long-term care bill to improve oversight of the long-term care industry, she said.
Hogan said, “I think we know much, much attention should be paid to supporting and expanding the workforce, the oversight of facilities and ensuring greater access.”
Eldridge reviewed the cherry sheet numbers for the 2025 fiscal year budget and compared them to the 2024 fiscal year numbers for Chapter 70, or education funding. Gov. Maura Healey has proposed “several tens of thousands of dollars of increase compared to last year.”
He said, “My hope is that the Legislature would do better than that. The House goes in April, and then the Senate goes in May.”
As it falls in tax filing season, April will be a “really critical month” in terms of seeing where the state will be with respect to revenue, and that could impact the Senate budget, according to Eldridge.
His hope was through minimum aid, or minimum dollars per pupil, Hudson Public Schools would be helped.
“I’m pushing hard for that,” said Eldridge. “I have my meeting with Chairman [Michael Rodrigues of the Ways and Means Committee] next week to discuss my budget priorities.”
He noted that the Hudson Public Library’s renovation project is on the town’s mind.
Solar eclipse draws a crowd to Ward Park
Both Eldridge and Hogan were at one of the regional library breakfasts to advocate for keeping the state funding for library operations.
In related news, he said the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners (MBLC) is ensuring that funding continues. And, if the Hudson Library project goes forward, he hoped the state would keep its commitment of paying for 50% of any renovation needed.
PFAS bill
Hogan noted that she is working on a per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) bill that is coming out of the Healthcare Finance Commit-
tee and going to the House Ways and Means Committee. The goal, she said, was to have a bill that people can use and is the “best possible way to address the issue.”
PFAS are a group of manmade chemicals found in many consumer products like food packaging and cookware, according to the Environmental Protection Agency’s website.
She said, “I’m still taking meetings with advocates … to make sure that what we do is a good bill.”
Select Board Chair Scott Duplisea asked what the bill would entail. Hogan said it would be a framework for PFAS that regulates every as-
pect from consumer products to firefighting gear to water and stormwater discharge in terms of when it is required to be removed from these sources.
“So what we’re trying to do with this bill is really set up four corners to begin addressing PFAS in all of the realms that it lives,” said Hogan.
They will go into the details of the budget in a few weeks and see where they will be with the budget numbers. She said she would be talking to people about the budget as “we get closer to see what might be needed in Hudson.”
“I look forward to working with you this year,” said Hogan.
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as information on a new library survey. They also hosted a children’s craft centered on the eclipse.
Most eclipse-watchers wore special glasses; some brought homemade pinhole cameras. City Councilor Mark Oram brought along a telescope with a special filter;
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when the telescope didn’t quite work, he handed the filter to other visitors so they could see the eclipse.
Miss the show on April 8?
The next partial solar eclipses to be visible in the area will take place in March 2025 and August 2026; the next total solar eclipse in the area won’t take place until May 2079.
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Police seek shoplifter Drugs, ghost guns seized
By Maureen Sullivan Assistant Editor
MARLBOROUGH – Police are on the lookout for a woman who is accused of stealing more than $1,200 worth of perfumes, sprays and lotions from the Solomon Pond Mall. According to police reports, the woman came to the mall on Thursday, March 28. Mall security attempted to stop the
Marlborough Police Department is looking for a suspect who allegedly stole over $1,200 in merchandise.
(Photo/Courtesy of Marlborough Police)
suspect; she bit a security guard on the shoulder, dropped the stolen merchandise and her handbag, which contained drugs, and fled the area in a blue vehicle.
The suspect appears to be of Hispanic descent with what police called “a distinctive tattoo” on the back of her neck.
If you know the suspect, or her whereabouts, call Marlborough Police at 508-485-1212.
The Power of Inspired Thoughts
By Maureen Sullivan Assistant Editor
GRAFTON – A Grafton man is facing drug charges following an investigation at Keith Hill Road on April 3.
At 11:50 a.m., Grafton Police and the Blackstone Valley Drug and Counter-Crime Task Force executed a search warrant at 150 Keith Hill Road as part of an ongoing narcotics investigation, according to a press release from the Grafton Police Department.
During the search, officers found fentanyl, over 18 grams of cocaine, prescription pills, packaging materials, digital scales and several cell phones. Police said the investigating officers identified the items as part of a narcotic distribution operation at the residence.
Officers also seized two selfmanufactured firearms, also known as ghost guns; a stun gun; ammunition; U.S. currency; and a dirt bike that was confirmed by Attleboro Police as being stolen.
Matthew P. Cote, 38, of South Grafton, was charged with trafficking class B (cocaine) greater than 18 grams; possession with intent to distribute class B (cocaine); possession of class B (cocaine); possession with intent to distribute class A (fentanyl/heroin); possession of class A (fentanyl/ heroin); possession of class E (sertraline hydrochloride); possession of ammunition without FID; two counts of possession of firearm without a LTC; improper storage of firearm; possession of electronic stun gun; and receiving stolen property over $1,200.
Fire damages church in Northborough
By Maureen Sullivan Assistant EditorNORTHBOROUGH – A fire damaged the Church of the Nativity on Howard Street in the early morning of Tuesday, April 9.
Northborough Fire’s Engine 2 and Tower 1 arrived and extinguished the fire. Assistance was provided by fire units from Shrewsbury, Westborough and Marlborough. Southborough Fire provided station coverage.
A fire damaged the Church of the Nativity on April 9.
The fire remains under investigation. As of Tuesday morning, there has been no word on the extent of the damage.
Marlborough resident dies in fatal crash
By Maureen Sullivan Assistant EditorSOUTHBOROUGH – Local and State Police are investigating a motor vehicle accident that killed a person from Marlborough.
On Sunday, April 7, Southborough Police and Fire responded to an accident in front of 103 Main St.
The vehicle was engulfed in flames with the driver pinned inside, according to a press release from Southborough Police. The road was shut down by police, while firefighters extinguished the fire.
The victim, identified as Anthony Severance, 23, of Marlborough, was pronounced dead at the scene.
State Police have joined Southborough Police in the investigation.
National Grid and Verizon were at the scene overnight to repair a utility pole and downed wires.
The road remained closed through most of Monday morning.
Due to space constraints, this week’s police log will be running online only. The police log will return in a future edition of the Community Advocate. The police log and other police and fire news can be accessed online at https://www.communityadvocate.com/category/police-fire/.
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LEGAL NOTICES
HUDSON
LEGAL NOTICE
The Hudson Board of Selectmen will hold a public hearing to consider an application for a Class II License received from George Tavares of Auto Stop Sales to engage in the principal business of buying or selling second hand Motor Vehicles at 469 River Road, Hudson, MA. The Hearing will be held at the Hudson Police Station located at 911 Municipal Drive, Hudson, MA 01749 on Monday, April 22, 2024 at 7:00PM. For more information call 978-562-9963.
SOUTHBOROUGH
Notice is hereby given by Ted’s of Fayville, 300 Turnpike Road., Southborough, MA 01772, pursuant to the provisions of G.L. c. 255, section 39A, that on Wednesday May 1, 2024 at 10 am an auction sale on the web based site of http://sta.ibidsmart.com the following motor vehicles will be sold to satisfy our garage keeper’s lien thereon for storage, towing charges, care and expenses of notices and sale of said vehicles. Starting April 20, 2024 at 9 am, vehicles can be viewed at http://sta.ibidsmart.com.
This is not an absolute auction we reserve the right to set a minimum on all auction vehicles. If a particular vehicle is not listed on http://sta.ibidsmart.com call 508-485-0503 for bidding instructions.
2014 Ford F150
VIN: 1FTFX1EF1EFA34834
Owned by Mahmud Sahin
2012 Buick LaCrosse
VIN:1G4GD5E33CF208602
Owned by Candida De Jesus C Correia
2013 Toyota Highlander
Vin: 5TDDK3EHXDS244771
Owned by Marlon Brando Calderon Portes
2015 Ford Mustang
VIN: 1FA6P8TH7F5313442
Owned by Brianna Mitchell
Robyn Ramsey
2020 Peace Star AR50 Scooter
VIN: LEHPCB22XLR808249
Owned by John Doe
2006 Honda Accord
VIN: 1HGCM56486A107665
Owned by Nancy M Jimenez Campos
2011 Jeep Patriot
VIN: 1J4NF1GB4BD115028
Owned by Amanda M Molina
2010 Honda Accord
VIN: 1HGCP2F86AA117709
Owned by Bryam Calderon Portes
2005 Honda Accord
VIN: 1HGCM56485A052049
Owned by Griselda C Robles De Leon
This notice has been given under the provisions of G.L. c. 255, Section 39A.
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SHREWSBURY
LEGAL NOTICE
In accordance with the provisions of M.G.L. Chapter 40A, Section 5, the Shrewsbury Planning Board will hold a public hearing on Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 7:00 PM in the Select Board Meeting Room, at the Richard D. Carney Municipal Office Building, 100 Maple Avenue, Shrewsbury, Massachusetts regarding proposed amendments to the Shrewsbury Zoning Bylaw, as follows:
ARTICLE 32
(By Petition)
To see if the Town will vote to Amend the Zoning Map of the Town of Shrewsbury by changing the zoning designation of the following parcels from the Limited Industrial Zoning District to the Commercial Business zoning district:
Assessors Map 07, Parcel 044000, Assessors Map 07 Parcel 04100 I, Assessors Map 14 Parcel 01000, Assessors Map 13 Parcel 066000, Assessors Map 13 Parcel 065000, Assessors Map 13 Parcel 051000, Assessors Map 13 Parcel 050000, Assessors Map 13 Parcel 040000, Assessors Map 13 Parcel 043000, Assessors Map 13 Parcel 045000, together with that portion of the property shown as Assessors Map 07 Parcel 041000, Assessors Map 08 Parcel 009000, Assessors Map 14 Parcel 010000, Assessors Map 13 Parcel 039000; and as shown on the Exhibits Labeled Existing Zoning Map Change and Proposed Zoning Map Change for Article 32 as annexed hereto, or take any other action in relation thereto.
ARTICLE 42
To see if the Town will vote to amend the Zoning Bylaw of the Town of Shrewsbury, Section VII. E - Signs, by inserting regulations with regard to digital signage or to take any other action in relation thereto.
ARTICLE 43
To see if the Town will vote to amend the Zoning Bylaw of the Town of Shrewsbury, Section II.A - Definitions, by amending the definition of indoor or outdoor farmer’s markets with regard to the allowable ratio of vendors of arts and crafts items at a farmer’s market, or to take any other action in relation thereto.
ARTICLE 44
To see if the Town will vote to amend the Zoning Bylaw of the Town of Shrewsbury, as follows:
In Section II.A Definitions, amend the definition of Mixed-Use Development–Vertical Mix and Mixed-Use Development–Horizontal Mix; In Section III.A Establishment of Districts, insert “Transit Oriented Development Overlay District”; In Section III.B District Intent, insert narrative describing the Transit Oriented Development Overlay (TOD) District as intended to encourage additional smart growth development in accordance with the purposes of MGL c. 40R, satisfy the requirements of MGL c. 40A 3a, and contribute to the Town’s housing growth goals.; In Section III.C Location of Districts, insert a new Section VII.X to be entitled “TOD Overlay District”’; and To amend the Zoning Map of the Town of Shrewsbury by adding the TOD Overlay District as shown on the Exhibit Plan on file with the Office of the Town Clerk, or to take any other action in relation thereto.
ARTICLE 45
To see if the Town will vote to amend the Zoning Bylaw of the Town of Shrewsbury, Section VII - Development of Sites and Location of Buildings and Structures,
by inserting a new Section W, to be entitled “Senior Housing Overlay District,” to establish an Overlay Zoning District in regard to Senior Housing, or to take any other action in relation thereto.
ARTICLE 46
To see if the Town will vote to amend the Zoning Bylaw of the Town of Shrewsbury, Section II.A, Definitions, to add the definition of Brew Pub or to take any other action in relation thereto.
ARTICLE 47
To see if the Town will vote to amend the Zoning Bylaw of the Town of Shrewsbury, Section VII.M Lakeway Overlay District to allow Nanobrewery and Brew Pub by right; and a Microbrewery by Special Permit through the Planning Board or to take any other action in relation thereto.
ARTICLE 48
To see if the Town will vote to amend the Zoning Bylaw of the Town of Shrewsbury, Section VII.N Route 20 Overlay District to allow Nanobrewery and Brew Pub by right; and a Microbrewery by Special Permit through the Planning Board or to take any other action in relation thereto.
ARTICLE 49
To see if the Town will vote to amend the Zoning Bylaw of the Town of Shrewsbury, Section VII.O Edgemere Village Overlay District to allow Brew Pub by right and Nanobrewery by Special Permit through the Planning Board or to take any other action in relation thereto.
ARTICLE 50
To see if the Town will vote to amend the Zoning Map of the Town of Shrewsbury by expanding the Flexible Development Overlay District as shown on the Exhibit Plan as on file with the Office of the Town Clerk, or to take any other action in relation thereto.
ARTICLE 51
To see if the Town will vote to amend the Zoning Bylaw of the Town of Shrewsbury, Section V.C to delete the date referenced therein of “August 2, 1967” and insert in lieu thereof the date: “May 18, 1955”, or to take any other action in relation thereto.
The complete text, where applicable, may be seen during regular business hours in the Office of the Planning and Economic Development Department, the Office of the Town Clerk at the Municipal Office Building at 100 Maple Avenue and the Shrewsbury Public Library at 609 Main Street.
SHREWSBURY PLANNING BOARD
Maurice DePalo, Chairman
Stephan M. Rodolakis, Vice Chairman
Julie Holstrom., Clerk Purnachander Rao
Konstantin Eliadi
NOTICE OF PUBLIC FORUM
The Shrewsbury Community Preservation Committee will hold a public forum on May 6th at the Shrewsbury Police Department, Training Room 1, 106 Maple Avenue, Shrewsbury, MA 01545.
The purpose of this public forum is to receive community input on the historic preservation, affordable housing, open space and recreation needs, possibilities, and resources in the Town for the development of the Community Preservation Plan.
Please see the Community Preservation Committee webpage at www.ShrewsburyMA.gov/CPC or email planning@ shrewsburyma.gov to learn more.
LEGAL NOTICE
The Shrewsbury Planning Board will hold a public hearing on Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 7:00 PM, in the Selectmen’s Meeting Room at the Richard D. Carney Municipal Office Building, 100 Maple Avenue, to hear the application of Harrington Avenue 34, LLC, 37 West Millbury Road, Sutton MA 01590, for a Site Plan and Special Permit Modification by the Planning Board for property located at 34-36 Harrington Avenue as required by the Town of Shrewsbury Zoning Bylaw Section VII.F.3, to allow for the modification of the conditions related to the affordable units. The proposed development is shown on plans entitled, “Site Development Plan for 34-36 Harrington Avenue,” on one (1) page sheet, dated September 15, 2021, prepared by J.M. Grenier Associates, Inc., 118 Turnpike Road Southborough MA 01772; stamped by John M. Grenier, PE. The subject project on the westerly side of Harrington Avenue and consists in whole or in part of Shrewsbury Assessor’s Tax Plat 32, Plot 105000.
A copy of the application, plans, and reports may be seen in the Office of the Planning and Economic Development Department at the Richard D. Carney Municipal Office Building, 100 Maple Avenue, Shrewsbury, MA, and on the Planning Board website at www.ShrewsburyMA.gov/Materials.
SHREWSBURY PLANNING BOARD
Julie Holstrom, Clerk
TOWN OF SHREWSBURY ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Richard D. Carney Municipal Office Building
100 Maple Avenue
Shrewsbury, Ma
April 29, 2024 6:30 PM
To hear the appeal of Michael Christopher of 377 Shrewsbury St, Worcester, Massachusetts 01604 for a Variance to the Shrewsbury Zoning Bylaw Section VII - Table II to construct a deck thirty seven feet (37’) from the rear yard where forty feet (40’) is required upon property located at 55 Washington Street in the Residence B1 zoning district. The subject premise is described on the Shrewsbury Assessor’s Tax Plate 23 Plot 182000.
April 29, 2024 6:30 PM
To hear the appeal of Tom Paquette of 48 Harrington Ave, Shrewsbury, Massachusetts 01545, for a Special Permit to the Shrewsbury Zoning Bylaw to Section IV(B) to expand a preexisting, nonconforming structure upon property located at 56-66 South Quinsigamond Ave Unit 58 in the MF-1 zoning district. The subject premise is described on the Shrewsbury Assessor’s Tax Plate 38 Plot 003000.
April 29, 2024 6:30 PM
To hear the appeal of Adam Towner of 215 Old Mill Road for a Special Permit to the Shrewsbury Zoning Bylaw Section VII.B to construct an addition thirteen and eight tenths feet (13.8’) from the side yard where forty feet (20’) is required on a pre-existing nonconforming single family dwelling upon property located at 215 Old Mill Road in the Residence A zoning district. The subject premise is described on the Shrewsbury Assessor’s Tax Plate 26 Plot 108000.
April 29, 2024 6:30 PM
April 29, 2024 6:30 PM
To hear the appeal of Peter DiGioia of 40 Superior Rd, Worcester, MA 01604, for a Special Permit to the Shrewsbury Zoning Bylaw Section IV.B to construct an addition eleven and four tenths feet (11.4’) from the side property line where twenty (20’) feet is required upon property located at 73 Topsfield Circle in the Residence A zoning district. The subject premise is described on the Shrewsbury Assessor’s Tax Plate 40 Plot 103000.
April 29, 2024 6:30 PM
To hear the appeal of Neil Harvey of 697 Hartford Turnpike, Shrewsbury, MA 01545 for a Special Permit to the Shrewsbury Zoning Bylaw Section VITable I to construct an addition for an inlaw apartment upon property located at 54 Crescent Street in the Residence B-1 zoning district. The subject premise is described on the Shrewsbury Assessor’s Tax Plate Plot 147001.
April 29, 2024 6:30 PM
To hear the appeal of Michele Crouse of 24 Floral St, Shrewsbury, MA 01545 for a Special Permit to the Shrewsbury Zoning Bylaw Section VI Table I to allow for the keeping of other than customary household pets on a parcel less than five acres upon property located at 24 Floral Street in the Residence A zoning district. The subject premise is described on the Shrewsbury Assessor’s Tax Plate 29 Plot 068000.
Peter C. Mulcahy, Clerk
To hear the appeal of Steve Lange of 280 Pommogussett Road, Rutland, MA 01543, for a Special Permit to the Shrewsbury Zoning Bylaw Section VITable I to construct an addition for an in-law apartment upon property located at 5 Old Salem Circle in the Residence a zoning district. The subject premise is described on the Shrewsbury Assessor’s Tax Plate 10 Plot 334000.
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MARLBOROUGH CITY OF MARLBOROUGH CONSERVATION COMMISSION REQUEST FOR DETERMINATION OF APPLICABILITY NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Marlborough Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on April 18, 2024, at 7:00 PM at Marlborough City Hall, 140 Main St. on the 3rd Floor Memorial Hall. RK Centers proposes to improve drainage to alleviate current flooding issues at the RK Centers shopping plaza at 191199, 201
261 Boston Post Rd. Work is near wetlands. Plans and other information will be available in the Conservation Commission office at City Hall Monday thru Friday 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. All interested persons are invited to the public hearing. Edward Clancy Conservation Commission Chairman CITY OF MARLBOROUGH CONSERVATION COMMISSION NOTICE OF INTENT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Marlborough Conservation Commission will hold Legal Notices | 15
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COMMUNITY OBITUARIES
The Community Advocate will post obituaries online (and in print, as space allows). Please send information (and a picture if desired) to tracy@communityadvocate.com. Here is a complete list of individual obituaries posted on the Community Advocate website (www.communityadvocate.com).
DEATHS
Blais, Jacqueline of Marlborough
Casey, Susan formerly of Shrewsbury
Choi, Choonim of Northborough
Collett, Donna of Marlborough
Connolly, Sean of Shrewsbury
Doucette, Charles of Marlborough
Sandra Lane, 82
MARLBOROUGH – It is with deepest regret that the Family of Sandra “Sandy” Marie (Temple), Bernier, Lane, Deprisco, age 82, passed on March 25, 2024, after a brief period of failing health.
She was the Wife of the late Victor Bernier and the late John Lane. Sandra was also the Wife of Dion Deprisco of Hudson.
Sandra was the loving Mother of 3 daughters Suzette (Bernier) Horan and her husband Michael, Deidre Bernier and her Wife Cathie Gebo, Darline Bernier and her friend Jamie Horan, her son Dale
Forrest, James formerly of Marlborough
Gentile, Anthony of Shrewsbury
Lane, Sandra of Marlborough
Magrane, Pamela formerly of Westborough
Martucci, Peter of Shrewsbury Murphy, Maureen formerly of Marlborough
Raskett, Carole of Grafton Southwick, Delores of Marlborough
Welsh, Maragret of Shrewsbury
Lane and his partner Kris Joyce.
Sandy is survived by and solely missed by her sister Marilyn (Temple) Mahoney of Marlboro,2 brothers, Alfred “Al” Temple and wife Fran of Hudson, Barton Temple and his Wife Cecilia of West Springfield. She is also survived and loved by many Nieces and Nephews who either called Her Aunt Nani or Aunt Sandra. Sandra’s best friend and constant companion at Nick’s Restaurant and her Sister-in-Law Cathy (Temple) Mitchell.
She was predeceased by her sisters, Joyce E. (Temple) Flint and brother-in-law Harold, Roberta Balser, Lorelei Temple, and her brother Lester (Randy) Temple.
The Short & Rowe Funeral Home of Marlborough assisted with arrangements.
Pamela A. Magrane, 80
LYNN - Pamela Ann (Lee) Magrane passed away peacefully on March 29, 2024 after a lengthy illness.
Pam is survived by her husband, Brian P Magrane of Lynn, and her four daughters, Erin E. Magrane and her partner David Calnan of Lynn, Cara L. Magrane of San Antonio, Texas, Kathleen F. Magrane and her partner Graham B. I. Scott of Westborough, MA and Megan Mulcahy and her husband Christopher Mulcahy of Scituate MA. She will be monumentally missed by all and especially by her grandchildren, David Magrane and his wife Aughtum, Liam and Sean Gonzalez, and Christopher, Quinn and Abigail Mulcahy. She was blessed to have had nearly two years with her two greatgrandchildren Mason and Maeve Magrane. And not to be forgotten are all her nieces, nephews, cousins and lifelong friends.
Pam is preceded in death by her parents Francis D. A. and Rita (Burke) Lee, her brother Vincent B. Lee, and son-in-law Jose F. Gonzalez.
The Cuffe-McGinn Funeral Home of Lynn assisted with arrangements.
Jacqueline Blais, 96
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James P. Forrest, 88
a public hearing on April 18, 2024, at 7:00
information will be available in the Conservation Commission office at City Hall Monday thru Friday 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. All interested persons are invited to the public hearing.
Edward Clancy Conservation Commission Chairman
MAIN STREET GROUP BANCSHARES MHC
81 Granger Blvd.,
The Annual Meeting of the Corporators
Group Bancshares MHC and Main Street Bank shall be held on April 22nd, 2024 at 5:00pm at Wedgewood Pines Country Club, 215 Harvard Rd., Stow, MA, 01775 for the following purposes:
1. To consider and act upon the matter of electing Officers.
2. To consider and act upon the matter of
electing Corporators.
3. To consider and act upon the matter of electing Directors.
William P. Marshall Clerk of the Corporation NOTIFICATION TO ABUTTERS UNDER THE MASSACHUSETTS WETLANDS PROTECTION ACT
In accordance with the second paragraph of Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 131, Section 40, you are hereby notified of the following:
A. The Marlborough Conservation Commission will hold a public meeting on Thursday, April 18, 2024. Meeting is held in Marlborough City Hall, 140 Main Street, Memorial Hall, 3rd Floor (meeting starts at 7:00 P.M.) in regards to a Notice of Intent.
B. The name of the Applicant is Kendall Homes, Inc.
C. The Applicant has filed a Notice of Intent with the Conservation Commission of the City of Marlborough seeking permission to remove, fill, dredge or alter an Area Subject to Protection (Wetland Resource Area and/or Buffer Zone) Under the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act (General Laws Chapter 131, Section 40).
am4 pm on the following days of the week: Mon.-Fri.
H. Additional Information regarding the date, time, and place of the public hearing may be obtained from Marlborough Conservation Commission Office by calling 508-460-3768 during the hours listed above.
Note: Public Hearing Notice, including its date, time, and place, will be published at least five (5) days in advance in the local newspaper.
Community Advocate
MARLBOROUGH - Jacqueline, “Jackie”, Blais of Marlborough entered into eternal rest on March 31, 2024 at age 96 surrounded by her loving family. Wife of 69 years to the late Alphonse Blais.
She was the loving mother to André and his wife Deanna, Roger, Hélène, Patricia, Lucie and her husband Skee Bigelow, Rose Marie and her husband Roy Flournoy, Lise and Michelle.
Mémère to Kimberly, André, Desirée, Shila, Noelle, Brian, Lindsay, Mark, Sterling, Kayla and Jacqueline and Great Mémère to Ruby, Pfeiffer, Whitney, Lyla, Chloe, Hayden, Gavin, Owen, Bradley, Charlie, Eleanor, Teddy and Brayden.
Jacqueline was pre-deceased by her Loving Husband, Alphonse Blais and daughters, Denise, wife of Lawrence Jessie and Monique, wife of Michael Hill. She was also pre-deceased by her brother, Patrick, and sisters, Madeleine, Elaine, Yvette, Laurette and Carmen. She is survived by her sisters Edith and Colette.
The Short and Rowe Funeral Home of Marlborough assisted with arrangements.
WEST DENNIS - James Patrick “Paddy” Forrest passed away on March 26, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Pat was born on September 29, 1935 in Marlborough, MA to James and Eva Forrest. He was the oldest of nine siblings and later raised 4 children of his own.
He is survived by two daughters Darcy Forrest of Cape Cod, MA; Kellie Collins of Boston, MA; son Kevin Forrest of Fryeburg, ME; daughter-in-law Bamby Forrest of West Dennis; Pat also leaves behind six grandchildren; Crystal (Tom) Schaad, David Castro, Caitlin Forrest, Haley Navarro, Delaney Forrest and K.P. Forrest; siblings Faith (Joe) Buscone, Tom (Kathy) Forrest, Peter (Elsa) Forrest, Alberta (Bob) Fitzpatrick; many nieces and nephews; Pat is preceded in death by his son Michael Forrest, son in law Rick Collins, brothers Paul, Michael and Dennis Forrest and sister Jacqueline O’Rourke.
Memorial donations can be made in Pat’s memory to the Metro West Special Olympics.
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Note: Notice of the public hearing, including its date, time, and place, will be posted in the Town Hall not less than forty-eight (48) hours in advance.
Note: You also may contact the Northborough Conservation Commission or the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Regional Office for more information about this application or the Wetlands Protection Act. To contact DEP call the Central Regional Office at 508792-7650
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PM at Marlborough City Hall, 140 Main St. on the 3rd Floor Memorial Hall. Charles Black of Kendall Homes Inc, proposes to build a 3 lot open space subdivision including a 290 foot long cul-de-sac roadway. Work is near wetlands. Plans and other
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LEGAL NOTICES
The address of the lot where the activity is proposed: Stow Road (formerly part of #547) E. The activity consists of: 3-Lot Subdivision F. Copies of the Notice of Intent, Plans, and Application Documents may be examined at Marlborough Conservation Commission Office, Basement Level of City Hall, 140 Main Street between the hours of 8:30 am and 5 pm on Monday thru Friday. For more information, call: 508-460-3768. Check One: This is the Applicant_, representative_, or other_,X (Conservation Commission): G. Copies of the Notice of Intent, Plans, and Application Documents may be obtained (upon payment of reproduction cost) from the Applicant’s representative, by calling this telephone number (508) 393-9727 between the hours of 10
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WESTBOROUGH DEPARTEMNT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION WETLANDS PROGRAM 401 WATER QUALITY CERTIFICATION APPLICATION PUBLIC NOTICE Pursuant to 33.U.S.C.1341 and MGL c21 §43, notice is hereby given of a 401 Water Quality Certification (WQC) application for the Lower Sandra Pond Dam Spillway Modifications at 71 Upton Road, Westborough by the Town of Westborough, 34 West Main Street, Westborough, MA 01581 on property owned by the Town of Westborough The purpose of the project is to provide spillway improvements at a public water supply dam. Additional information may be obtained from Lauren Gluck at Pare Corporation, 10 Lincoln Road, Suite 210, Foxborough, MA 02035 / 508488-4122 Written comments on this 401 WQC Application may be emailed to: David Wong (David.W.Wong@mass.gov) Department of Environmental Protection Wetlands Program 100 Cambridge Street, Suite 900 Boston, MA 02114 (617) 874-7155 Within 21 days of this notice. The Department will consider all written comments on this 401 WQC Application received by the Public Comments Deadline. Any group of ten persons of the Commonwealth, any aggrieved person, or any government body or private organization with a mandate to protect the environment that has submitted written comments may also appeal the Department’s Certification and that failure to submit comments before the end of public comment period may result in the waiver of any right to an adjudicatory hearing.
Shrewsbury DECA seeks help to compete in California COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
By Evan Walsh ReporterSHREWSBURY – Shrewsbury
DECA (Distributive Education Clubs of America) is back and better than ever.
The program found success in its inaugural year with several members competing at the international level just months after forming the club. This year, DECA has come back stronger.
While the team had 60 members last year, it now includes 219 competitors, making it the largest club at Shrewsbury High School (SHS).
Shrewsbury was well represented at the 65th Massachusetts DECA Career Development Conference, the state-level competition held at Hynes Convention Center in early March. In addition to the club’s tremendous growth being recognized, seven Shrewsbury competitors were crowned state champions.
“I feel like we’re doing similar things, but we’re more organized this year. Last year, we were figuring out things as we went, but this year we know what to expect more, and we already had things in place we could build off of,” DECA Secretary James Troy said.
As the team finishes another remarkable season, DECA is
turning to the community for support.
What is DECA?
DECA is an organization with over 250,000 high school members at nearly 4,000 schools around the world. According to the organization’s website, DECA “prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for ca-
reers in marketing, finance, hospitality and management.” Students compete in businessrelated competitions designed to test business acumen and on-the-spot reasoning skills.
Jason Andreola, an instructional technology teacher at SHS, advises the club; DECA Vice President Swathi Kannan said “none of this would be possible without him.” Many DECA students decided to join the team after taking finance- and business-related courses.
“I think last year we already had a lot of demand for some sort of business club. With DECA we had the word of mouth going around: We’re a business club, we compete in competitions, and it gives people exposure to the business world,” DECA Co-President Fawwaz Naeem told the Community Advocate.
“People… really enjoyed the experience [last year] and took a lot out of it. So, they told their friends, and through word of mouth they were able to get other people to join,” said fellow
DECA Co-President Shiv Patel.
First-year member Cristian Salvan agreed with Patel, noting that “having an opportunity to compete in a business setting was really popular” and that “word of mouth spread very quickly.”
And although Shrewsbury students joined the team in droves, DECA members said it’s not necessarily about the number of people: It’s how committed those people are.
“It’s not just numbers. It’s the passion our school community has. It’s incredible to see over 100 people growing in the span of the year… Since you compete in teams and there’s so many different categories, it encompasses a lot of different passions,” said Kannan.
Anaheim ambitions
Like last year, several members of Shrewsbury’s DECA team have qualified to compete on the international stage.
On April 27, approximately 20,000 students from around the world will gather in Anaheim, California, for the 2024 DECA ICDC (International Career Development Conference). With any luck, Shrewsbury students will be in attendance, but with the cost of the flights and lodging, the team will need to raise roughly $25,000 for all students to attend.
When speaking with the Community Advocate, DECA members said that the conference was an invaluable opportunity to not only compete at the highest stage but also to network with fellow business-
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Members of the Shrewsbury DECA program pose for a group photo. (Photo/Courtesy)
Assabet Valley receives donation of 2024 Ford Mustang GT
MARLBOROUGH – Assabet’s automotive technology and collision repair program recently received a donation of a 2024 Ford Mustang GT, courtesy of Acton Ford.
A lot full of new 2024 Ford Mustangs were awaiting pickup at a Michigan dealership when severe flooding hit in September. The vehicles suffered water damage, meaning they could no longer be sold.
Ford decided to donate the vehicles to high school training programs. With Assabet’s long standing partnership with Acton Ford in Acton, one
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minded individuals. Fortune 500 companies, colleges and other groups have booths at the event to interact with students.
“We noticed that even though we’re going there to compete… networking is [also] a really huge part of it. DECA does a really good job making sure students network with each other and with other associations and businesses,” said DECA Events Director Mariyah Khokhar, referencing
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her experience at last year’s ICDC in Orlando, Florida. DECA team members described the transformative ICDC experience.
“If you’re going to these competitions, it offers you the experience of competing on a big stage. You get to… feel more confident. It helps you to really understand the mechanism of preparing for something, calming your nerves… and talking to people. It helps you feel more comfortable in your own shoes,” said first-year member
Daniel Molina.
“It’s a completely different experience being at a conference with that many people at that large of a scale,” DECA Director of Fundraising and Sponsorships Nuha Salam told the Community Advocate.
If you’d like to make a donation to help Shrewsbury’s DECA team travel to Anaheim, please contact Assistant Superintendent for Community Partnerships and Well-Being Jane Lizotte at jlizotte@shrewsbury. k12.ma.us.
of the cars was offered to the school’s automotive technology program to be used by students during their handson coursework.
On March 27, representatives from Acton Ford and regional Ford locations, Assabet instructors, administrators and auto tech students gathered in the school’s auto shop for a ceremony to unveil the car.
“High school automotive programs are essential. The industry is struggling to find new technicians, but there are many different opportunities for students in the field,” said Suzanne Daniels of Acton Ford. “To succeed in this dynamic industry, we need continuous education and training. The world is yours to explore. We’re excited to be a part of this program at Assabet.”
Auto tech students may participate in a co-op at Acton Ford, taking the same industry-recognized courses as Ford employees. The credits earned from these courses transfer to employment post-graduation should the students choose to pursue a career with Ford,
giving them a leg up in their early careers.
Brendan Demelo, a senior from Hudson, spends every other week working on site in Acton while balancing his coursework at Assabet. He plans to continue his work after his graduation in June.
“This has been an amazing opportunity and a great way to gain real-world experience,” Demelo said. “Everyone at Ford is great, and I’m thankful to have had this opportunity.”
Present at the event was Anthony Camelio, a 2022 Assabet graduate and now Acton Ford employee, thanks to his participation in the coop program. He expressed his gratitude for the partnership, which kick started his career.
“Since I was a little kid, I loved everything to do with cars. I never thought I’d have the opportunity to work at a big name. The Ford representatives came to Assabet when I was a junior, and I thought to myself, ‘why not apply?’ I now work with great people and could not be more grateful for the opportunities I was given at Assabet.”
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Assabet’s Automotive Technology and Collision Repair program received a donation of a 2024 Ford Mustang, courtesy of Acton Ford.
(Photo/Courtesy of Assabet Valley Regional Vocational School District)
MARLBOROUGH – Members of the Marlborough Lions Club, old and new, came together once again, to help fight blindness. They came together to clean approximately 3,500 recycled eyeglasses. Next step is to neutralize them (i.e. use a lensometer to read the prescriptions), bag and label them, and then distribute to their next owner somewhere around world. This is just one way Lions are serving a world in need.
2026 Executive Board has been selected. They are: PresidentYvonne Breitenfeld, Vice President - Denise Ryan, Treasurer
THE GFWC Marlborough Junior Woman’s Club 2024-
- Alison Conlon, Secretary - Kathy Gibbs, Membership - Nomi Munroe. Thank yous go out to the previous Board for their leadership - Justine Craven-Goetz - President, Kyla Leconti - Secretary and Kate Fiore - Membership.
THE INCREDIBLE Whitcomb Unified Basketball Team recently celebrated World Autism Awareness Day. This year, Whitcomb Middle School launched the program, and students, alongside best buddies and Marlborough High School volunteers, had a blast while learning a lot. Big shoutout to Coaches Michaella Mahoney DaSilva and Tyler Smith.
THE MARLBOROUGH GARDEN CLUB will meet May 8 with Richard Bertin presenting, “Climate Trends and their Impact on How We Garden.” This talk will summarize global temperature trends and examine the factors that have contributed to the changes.
The Marlborough Garden Club’s 29th Annual Plant Sale will be held Saturday, May 11, 8:30 – 10:30 a.m., at the Whitcomb Middle School, 25 Union St.
THE ROTARY CLUB OF MARLBOROUGH is offering 11 scholarships, five $4,000 scholarships, five $1.000 scholarships and one scholarship, awarded to a graduating student at Assabet, to help them
outfit for their trade. These scholarships will be available to students graduating from Marlborough High School, the Advanced Math & Science Academy (AMSA) and Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School who plan on attending college.
This is the link to the application: FillableScholarshipApplication2024.pdf (marlboroughrotary.org)
And this is the link to the website: Scholarships (marlboroughrotary.org)
The Rotary Club of Marlborough would like to inform any graduating high school seniors that the deadline for submitting scholarship applications to the club is April 19, 2024. The submissions need to be postmarked by April 19, 2024, to be accepted. Please either mail the application to Rotary Club of Marlborough, PO Box 186, Marlborough MA 01752 or email to rotary@marlboroughrotary.org.
THE CRAFTY PANTHER will be on hand Sunday, April 14, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Marlborough High School, 431 Bolton St. There will be items for crafts, products and services from over 60 local crafters, vendors and small businesses. Hosted by the MHS Student Council, all funds raised will support the leadership experience, opportunities and conferences for the students.
THE MARLBOROUGH HISTORICAL SOCIETY will meet
Tuesday, April 23, at 7 p.m. at the Peter Rice Homestead, 377 Elm St. A ‘short’ Annual Meeting will be held to elect a slate of officers for the coming year, renew four trustees. and update the membership on the finances. Following the meeting, there will be a presentation of “The Trail of John BrownAmerican Patriot or Terrorist,” presented by the Honorable Dennis J. Curran, ret.
CONGRATULATIONS to Marlborough High School’s Athletic Director Jeff Rudzinsky who was honored as Athletic Director of the Year for District 3.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY
April 12 – Michael Hogan
April 13 – Bob Turner
April 16 – Jean Kenney
April 17 – State Rep. Danielle Gregoire
April 18 – Gigi Chamberlain and John Sahagian
April 21 – Cathy Mischenko
April 22 – Elaine Waldron and Tom Pope
April 23 – Betsy Landers
April 24 – J J Lynch
April 25 – Rachel LaBrache
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY
April 15 – Norman and Karoline Wheeler 70 years
April 16 – Joan and Bob Gregoire
April 17 – Jenn and Casey-Lee Bastien
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Westborough boys tennis returns with improved game and outlook
By Evan Walsh ReporterWESTBOROUGH – The Westborough boys tennis team has been marked by “almosts” over the last three years.
In 2021, the team narrowly lost in the title match. Despite going a combined 24-9 over the next two seasons, each ended with a 3-2 loss in the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association Division 2 championship, including last year’s especially close match against the top-seeded Duxbury Dragons. For three straight years, the team has been knocking on the door.
This year, Westborough is doing everything it can to open it.
“I feel pretty good about this squad. We’re deeper than we were last year — that’s a good problem to have. I saw a lot of improvement from the kids. Tyler Lattanzio improved, Jorge Garcia Gonzalez improved. They all came in understanding it would be a challenge this year. It’s not just those two. I’m happy,” said Head Coach Leonard O’Neil.
The deep team also has top-end talent. Kaden Chen, last season’s Midland-Wachusett Division A MVP, competes at the team’s first singles spot. As a freshman last year, Chen went 12-2, and 5-0 in the playoffs. Since that point, he’s gained a couple of inches in height and come back even better for his sophomore year.
“I feel I’ve grown mentally. I feel like I’m a lot more confident in myself. I’m not really doubting myself. I’m playing a lot more freely on the court,” Chen told the Community Advocate. “We’re trying to learn a lot from last year… We’re trying to drill a lot more. I think we can make it this year.”
“Usually a number one is a force that sets the tone. I think Kaden is capable of doing that,” said O’Neil.
The heart and soul of the Westborough team is MidlandWachusett All-Star Srinjoy Ghosh, who was named the team’s senior captain before the season. Ghosh, the second
singles player, said the team changed their practice routine this year, incorporating more sprints and on-the-court work.
“Our tone-setter is Srinjoy. He’s our captain this year. He’s the one that’s driving everybody during the workouts, during the conditioning… He makes everything run really well,” O’Neil said.
“This year is different because everybody has improved tremendously. Something about not getting over that finish line has just kept everyone hungry. I know this year our expectation is to take it more in steps instead of focusing on the last part,” Ghosh said.
While the team is different this year, Ghosh said much remains the same: The team is still close-knit, and players still have championship aspirations. With a new mindset but similar team dynamics, the Westborough Rangers started their season strong against Wachusett Regional on April 5.
Westborough made quick work of the Mountaineers, turning in a dominant 5-0 team performance. The match was filled with bagels; Chen (6-0, 6-0), Ghosh (6-0, 6-0) and third-singles player Jordan Hlawek (6-0, 6-0) won each one of their games. The Rangers’ doubles teams also fared well; seniors Brendan Estaphan and Michael Ku (6-1, 6-0) and Gonzalez and Lattanzio (6-1, 6-0) completed Westbor-
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ough’s opening-match sweep.
The team was happy to be back on the court.
“It feels great. I think everyone had a lot of fun today,” Ghosh said.
Although it remains to be seen whether this will be the year Westborough can get
over the hump, O’Neil emphasized that should the team fall short once again, the season wouldn’t be counted as a failure. The season is about more than simply the championship, said O’Neil. It’s about helping develop the student-athletes as people.
“Would I like to win? Sure. Would I like them to win? Sure, because it would be a good experience. But ultimately what I want them to take from this is to be good, young, upstanding members of the community. That’s really my goal. And if we win, we win,” O’Neil said.
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Westborough sophomore Kaden Chen prepares to return the ball. Westborough sophomore Jordan Hlawek returns the ball. (Photos/Evan Walsh)
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