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Police, loved ones mourn the loss of Sgt. Jim Carlin

Former Regal Cinemas to become entertainment center

By Maureen Sullivan Senior Reporter

WESTBOROUGH - LAX Media MA LLC, which is the parent company of Apple Cinemas, has won the bid to redevelop the former Regal Cinemas at 213 Turnpike Road.

The Select Board awarded the bid during its Nov. 2 meeting. The award is contingent on completing a purchase-andsales agreement and other conditions.

“We are very excited and thrilled with the bid award and looking forward to working with the town again on the next steps,” said Jegan Gomangalam, a co-founder of LAX Media. “We will be in touch as we progress, but the immediate next step will be to close the purchase process.”

The bid was for $2.5 million.

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Parade salutes local veterans

By Maureen Sullivan Senior Reporter

NORTHBOROUGH - The town saluted its “Hometown Heroes” with a rolling rally parade down Main Street on Nov. 6.

About two dozen vehicles, including an Army Jeep and truck, headed from Algonquin Regional High School to the Vincent F. Picard American Legion Post 234 on West Main Street.

Participants included Donald Tibbets, who is a veteran of World War II. He rode in a red Ford Mustang.

Along Main Street, 150 Hometown Hero banners were on display. The heroes ranged from veterans who served in the Civil War those who served in Iraq and Afghanistan. Some of the banners showed which veterans earned the Purple Heart.

The parade was sponsored by Boros Cares 4 Troops, which is a local organization that creates care packages for deployed troops.

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Beal developer adds more parking to the project

By Caroline Gordon Reporter

SHREWSBURY - The developers of the proposed Beal Commons at the former Beal school have increased the amount of parking for the project.

Developers Civico Greenly have increased the number of parking spaces

from 133 to 146.

Located at the site of the former Beal school, Civico Greenly has proposed redeveloping the site into a 75,839-squarefoot mixed-use project. The developers have proposed 55 units — seven of which would be affordable — and approximately 7,700 square feet of commercial space.

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Participants in the Hometown Heroes rolling rally on Nov. 6 were encouraged to wave American Flags.

Where do you turn after you’re told that a major blood vessel in your abdomen is in danger of rupturing and you’re in danger of dying? For Earl Baumgardner, the answer was simple. He turned west to Worcester and the surgery team that could save his life.

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How would you spend $4.5 million dollars?

The pandemic was a difficult time for our community, and many are still dealing with the financial impact. To help, Northborough received $4.5 million dollars in aid from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). The Board of Selectmen (BOS) is solely responsible for determining how these funds will be spent.

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Since the BOS is responsible for spending these funds, they should be asking one question:

“How can these funds be used to help as many Northborough residential taxpayers as possible?”

The BOS held a sparsely attended ARPA public input session to hear ideas from residents. This doesn’t give the BOS permission to use the ARPA funds to benefit the 25 or so residents who attended or for projects proposed by the loudest voices.

If the ARPA funds are used correctly it should lead to future tax savings for residents.

How? Simple.

Use the ARPA funds for capital assets and projects that have already been identified. These projects need to be done whether or not ARPA funds are used.

For example, we need a new fire engine. The fire engine is 20+ years old and must be replaced. If ARPA funds are NOT used, Northborough will be forced to take on new debt to purchase it. Taxes

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SHREWSBURY – The sun sets over the intersection of Route 9 and South Street in Shrewsbury. Developers are proposing to develop the parcel across from Price Chopper into a Subaru dealership. This was also the site of a recent fatal hit-and-run. Read more on pg. 14.

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will go up or other programs will be cut in order to pay off the debt. If ARPA funds ARE used, no new debt will be needed. By using the ARPA money, it will effectively save taxpayers $800,000 plus interest in future taxes.

your family. Contact the BOS and let them know that they should.

success, and truly appreciating the hope they give to those suffering.

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Selectmen Jason Perreault and Scott Rogers, plus the Town Administrator support these projects because they understand how to properly use resources in the best interest of taxpayers.

The funds shouldn’t be used on most of the projects the BOS is considering. Projects like a Rail Trail study for $100,000, or $500,000 for businesses, or benches, or trees. Not that these are bad projects, but they’re projects that don’t directly reduce future taxes.

Unfortunately, the other members of the BOS haven’t asked the right question and haven’t considered the impact the pandemic had on you and

Tim Kaelin Member of the Northborough Appropriations Committee, Former member of the Board of Selectmen, Former Chair of the Diversity and Inclusion Committee, and former member of the Council on Aging.

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Usually when we talk about the opioid epidemic, we talk about the grimmest statistics — the overdose deaths. It’s hard not to when this disease claimed nearly 108,000 lives in this country last year. We talk about the lives lost and the families destroyed.

While we won’t forget about those lost, we also need to remember those who are here, working on their recovery every day.

During Recovery Month, I spent time visiting all the peer recovery resource centers in our county, speaking to those in recovery, recognizing their

We want to focus on those in all stages of recovery. And it is truly cause for celebration.

Here’s a statistic you don’t hear too often when we’re talking about addiction: 75% of those with substance use disorder achieve recovery. Recovery is not just possible, but it’s common.

That’s a huge majority of people who are successfully overcoming the disease of addiction. We should be celebrating success more and stigmatizing less.

When I hear that 75% number, I’m given hope. Recovery begins with hope. As Theodore Roosevelt once said, “Believe you can and you’re halfway there.”

Addiction is a community problem and requires a community solution. It is up to all of us to share successes, for those in recovery to tell their stories, and to help remove the stigma around addiction.

Stigma prevents those suffering from the disease of addiction from getting the help and treatment they need and deserve.

Stigma also prevents those in recovery from living their lives to the fullest. Those in recovery often face stigma while seeking employment and housing. It’s not right.

No person should be defined only by their disease. It’s not who they really are. Also, if we want people to get better, we must help them achieve the sense of stability and purpose a good job and permanent home provides.

Building a community where people are embraced, respected, and supported by their peers gives us all hope.

Through that vision of hope, we can see an end to the scourge of addiction.

Joseph D. Early Jr. Worcester County District Attorney

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In response to Mr. David Metcalf’s editorial, on Friday, Sept. 23rd, I would respectfully like to offer a different opinion, There were dozens of judges who ruled against Donald Trump’s lawsuits. Some were even appointed by Mr. Trump. If you vote for

a criminal, a sexual predator, the K.K.K., the Oathkeepers, the Proud Boys, Qanon, and lean toward immoral behavior, doesn’t that make the voter just as guilty? And, what kind of example does that send to your grandchildren, and young adults, to support a pathological liar and a thief?

The U. S. is already great and Donald Trump made it worse. Sure, he was going to make Mexico pay for it. L.O.L. . One has to be blind if they can’t see that the G.O.P. is aiding and abetting all the previous hate groups. It’s amazing so many people will open themselves up to so much misinformation, disinformation, and lies. The G.O.P has become the obstruction party and the reason nothing gets done in Congress. Like Fox news, a lie is the truth, and the truth is a lie. The radical G.O.P. has lost its soul.

As an Independant, I owe no allegiance to either party, but, you must speak truth to power. There is just too much Dark Money corrupting Congress.

Respectfully yours, Ronald

L. Lombard Sr. Shrewsbury

Marijuana courier wants to come to Shrewsbury

By Caroline Gordon Reporter

SHREWSBURY - Residents may soon have the opportunity to have marijuana delivered to them.

A marijuana courier business, Finest Trees LLC, owners Rebecca and Daniel Yarnie and their attorney David Ullian, went before the Select Board on Oct. 25 to request the board’s approval to authorize Town Manager Kevin Mizikar to negotiate a host community agreement for the business, which the board ultimately approved.

Finest Trees, which would be located at 34 through 36 Harrington Ave., would provide home delivery of cannabis and medical cannabis products to adult-use consumers and patients in Massachusetts, according to Ullian.

“Finest Trees LLC looks forward to working cooperatively with [the] Town of Shrewsbury to ensure that the company operates as a responsible, contributing member of the local community,” Ullian said.

Ullian said Finest Trees LLC received pre-certification from the Cannabis Control Commission (CCC) for a marijuana courier license back in January.

However, in order to complete the process of obtaining a marijuana courier license, Ullian said the company must go through “a couple of additional steps,” which include obtaining an inspection license and a building license as well as hosting a community outreach meeting.

Finest Trees LLC is proposing to construct a 1,000-square-foot standalone building on the property for administrative operations as well as adding parking spaces for employees and delivery vehicles, Ullian said.

He added that marijuana and marijuana products would not be cultivated, manufactured, stored, available for sale or consumed at the site.

Though the office would only be used for administrative purposes, all visitors of the site must be at least 21 years old, according to Ullian.

“The company will not en-

gage in any marketing, advertising, or branding practices that are targeted to, deemed to appeal to or portray minors under 21 years of age,” Ullian said.

According to Town Manager Kevin Mizikar, the Select Board must approve the Host

Community Agreement that is going to be negotiated. Then, Finest Trees LLC must seek a special permit from the Planning Board. Further, it will be subject to final licensure by the state Cannabis Control Commission.

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Community gathers for Harvest Home Fall Festival

By Maureen Sullivan Senior Reporter

GRAFTON - It was a day to run and celebrate, to shoot apples out of cannons and to play with empty boxes.

And let’s not forget the pumpkin trebuchet.

On Nov. 6, Community Harvest Project held its Harvest Home Fall Festival and, for the first time since 2019, its 5K run.

The event also featured a hayride, silent auction, live music and children’s activities.

“It was a great event to learn about the Community Harvest Project,” said Melanie Gnazzo, a member of CHP’s board of directors. “It’s a beautiful day and a great turnout.”

The Community Harvest Project, which has a mission to provide fresh fruit and vegetables to local food banks and programs, recently celebrated its 20th anniversary. The CHP runs a farm in North Grafton and an orchard in Harvard.

Volunteers provide the bulk of the labor, from planting to harvesting.

The Grafton Food Pantry, one of the CHP’s regional partnerships, ran a booth near the entrance.

“We’re so fortunate to have them as partners,” said Roxanne Kaminiski, a member of the food pantry’s board of directors.

“They give us fresh produce.”

She added that 150 families who are served by the food pantry receive produce from the CHP.

For more information, visit https://community-harvest. org/.

The Shrewsbury School Committee and school leaders pose with Shrewsbury High School seniors.

By Evan Walsh Contributing Writer

SHREWSBURY - Four Shrewsbury High School seniors received awards for their work during a School Committee meeting Oct. 26.

“You’re phenomenally impressive people… you’re highachieving, stretching your boundaries, but also all showing a great deal of humility. We are incredibly proud of what you exemplify,” School Committee Chair Lynsey Heffernan said.

The Superintendent’s Award for Academic Excellence was awarded to the two seniors — Aditi Dosi and William Wu — who currently had the highest GPA in the class.

Dosi is a member of many honor societies, including speech and debate, and is copresident of the medical club. She has earned the Seal of Biliteracy with Distinction in Spanish. She is interested in studying medicine and recently interned at UMass Medical Center, focusing on gene therapy and vision loss.

“I’d like to thank all my peers and my teachers who have supported me along the way,” Dosi said, giving a special thanks to her former AP Biology teacher.

Wu is the president of the Student Council, the National Honor Society, and the National Latin Honor Society; a national qualifier in speech and debate and captain of the swim team.

He also developed a website that tracks COVID-19 cases in schools, which was covered by The Washington Post and honored by the state legislature.

The Award for Academic Growth and Student Leadership in Learning, which Superintendent Joseph Sawyer said recognizes those who have pursued a high academic effort and been positive role models, was awarded to Tiffany Asumeng and Bennett Ebinezer.

Asumeng attended the leadership summit at the Connections Conference to learn strategies to improve school culture and is an active member of Shrewsbury High School’s Senior Leadership Conference. She is also a member of the Black History Committee and the Psychology Club.

Sawyer described her as a “pillar of strength and positivity.”

Ebinezer is an accomplished pianist who volunteers and teaches the instrument to younger students. Ebinezer, who is passionate about medicine, has shadowed two physicians. He has plans to intern and conduct research at Worcester Polytechnic Institute.

At Shrewsbury High School, Ebinezer is the co-founder of the Board of Clubs, which seeks to organize the school’s extracurriculars more effectively.

“I’m blessed to receive an immense amount of support from those around me, and my goal for the future is to continue to reach new heights,” he said.

Top: The apple cannons were popular attractions at the Community Harvest Project’s Harvest Home Festival on Nov. 6. Left: The Big League Collective performed at Community Harvest Project’s Harvest Home Festival on Nov. 6.

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Shrewsbury police, loved ones mourn the loss of Sergeant Jim Carlin

By Caroline Gordon Reporter

SHREWSBURY - The family and former colleagues of retired Shrewsbury Police Sergeant Jim Carlin are mourning his loss.

Carlin battled colon cancer and underwent surgery to remove it. However, the surgery was unsuccessful, and he was placed on life support. Carlin died peacefully Oct. 22, according to his son, Chris Carlin.

“He was a great father. I’ll always follow in his footsteps,” Chris said.

‘Quintessential community police officer’

Carlin began his career with the Shrewsbury police department in 1967 and retired as a sergeant in 1998. He continued to work for the department as a special police officer for many years after retiring, according to a Shrewsbury Police Department Facebook post.

Shrewsbury Police Chief Kevin Anderson worked with Carlin for many years prior to his retirement.

“Jim was the quintessential community police officer. Jim will be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him and working with him,” Anderson said.

Carlin leaves behind another son, Shawn, and four grandchildren.

Chris said his daughter, Ga-

briella, and his stepdaughter, Kayla, miss their grandfather.

“It’s really sad because I feel like I could still call him. It doesn’t feel like he is actually really gone. I felt like I had a really close bond with him,” Gabriella said.

Shawn said his father enjoyed “a simple life” of traveling, spending time with friends and family and serving as a police officer.

“He loved being a police officer and serving his community. I admire how hard of a worker my dad was,” Shawn said.

While growing up, Chris said he spent time working around the house and do -

Former Regal Cinemas to become entertainment center

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This award capped a process the board undertook for the past several months.

In January, the town was awarded the former Regal Cinemas by foreclosure after the movie theater abruptly closed its doors over four years ago.

In early September, the board heard three proposals — a business “beehive” for local entrepreneurs; revamping the cinema into an entertainment center; and a condo project.

The Select Board then evaluated each proposal and rated the proposals using several criteria, including sustainability and how quickly they could proceed.

For its proposal, Gomangalam and company co-founder Udayana Kotta said they would like to refurbish “about 70%” of the building. The center would include 12 movie screens with laser projection, reclining seats, an indoor patio and lounge area, a new kitchen and a full bar.

In addition, the company plans to have electric vehicle parking and parking for bicycles.

Since opening its first cinema in 2013, the company based in East Walpole has raised the curtain on 12 more cinemas, including Cambridge and Warwick, R.I. They plan to open another six cinemas in the near future.

ing carpentry with his father. However, some of his fondest memories are when he tagged along with his father for rides in his police cruiser, which inspired Chris to become a police officer.

Chris said that working for

the Shrewsbury Police Department was “all he talked about.” When his father became sergeant, Chris had “never seen him happier.”

“That was his life,” he added.

Following in his father’s footsteps, Chris also worked for the Shrewsbury Police Department doing details in 2020.

“The department has a great group of people who always look out for you,” Chris said.

The officers, firefighters

and those who work for the Department of Public Works, were among his father’s closest friends, according to Chris.

Fire Chief Jim Vuona said Carlin was his “friendly” neighborhood police officer when he was growing up near Jordan Pond. Years later, Vuona said he and Carlin became colleagues and friends.

“Jim was a fun-loving guy with a great sense of humor, and we will all miss him,” he said.

Chris Carlin and his daughter Gabriella smile with a photo of Jim Carlin.

Jim Carlin, Boston Red Sox player Eddie Kasko and retired Hudson firefighter Phil Argento smile for a photo together at a baseball game.

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Andrew Consigli said during the Nov. 1 Select Board meeting that the additional parking spaces would be used for Beal Commons residents and those who visit the commercial portion of the project.

According to Consigli, the number of public parking spaces – 20 – would remain the same, and 10 of the spaces would be located on Haskell Street. Originally, Civico Greenly had proposed nine spots, but Consigli noted that it increased to 10 as the developers worked through the engineering and surveying process.

“What ended up happening is we had a plan that was conceptual then when we ended up refining that plan, we were able to get more spaces, which is great,” Consigli said.

The developers presented the traffic report. It projected that Beal Commons would generate 49 additional trips during the morning peak hour and 64 additional trips during the evening peak hour.

“The impact of the existing road network would be very limited with only one to two seconds [of] additional delay during peak hour at the main intersection,” said Civico’s Sam Scoppettone.

Select Board member Beth Casavant said she would like to see a comparison of the traffic generated from the former Beal school to the proposed Beal Commons.

“I think that is really important information to have if we want to have something to compare it to that people remember,” she said.

Casavant added, “There is traffic in the center of town, so I know that this will be on people’s minds when they think this through.”

The Beal Commons project will now head before the Planning Board.

Civico Greenly has filed an application for a special permit and site plan approval and will be on the Planning Board’s Dec. 1 agenda. Additionally, the developers have planned to host a neighborhood outreach meeting on Nov. 9 after the Community Advocate went to press..

This presentation to the Select Board is the latest development following a multi-year process for the site.

The school closed in 2020 after it was deemed no longer necessary for school purposes following the completion of the new Beal on Lake Street.

In March, the board approved a land disposition agreement, which is a precursor to a purchase and sale agreement.

As part of the proposed Beal Commons, the development would include a fitness area and a cafe or restaurant.

According to Consigli, Civico Development is “currently in discussion” with a few fullservice restaurants and cafes for the commercial space.

“It’s [the site plan] substantially what you said it was going to be, so that’s encouraging. It didn’t change that much,” Select Board Chair Moe DePalo said.

The former Beal school may soon turn into a mixed-use development.

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“ There is traffic in the center of town, so I know that this will be on people’s minds when they think this through.

Beth Casavant Select Board

Brigham Street Old Burial Ground is final resting place for many early Northborough residents

By Alexandra Molnar History Columnist

NORTHBOROUGH - Upon first glance at the Brigham Street Old Burial Ground, it does not look like much more than a grassy, wooded lot. But, if you look more closely, you will notice four legible headstones and a fifth illegible marker clustered together. Other stones that don’t have inscriptions dot the landscape.

However, there is even more beneath the surface, quite literally.

Land for the burial ground was set aside sometime between 1724 and 1729, at the request of Westborough’s northern proprietors. These were people who lived in the district that would become part of Northborough.

At the time, the closest burial ground and meeting house was located several miles south in Westborough’s town center.

The first documented burial in the Brigham Street Old Burial Ground was a proprietor’s son, William Holloway Jr., in Jan. 1727.

In 1744, the Second Precinct of Westborough was formed after the northern proprietors petitioned for selfgovernance.

The Brigham Street Old Burial Ground closed in 1749, when a meeting house and new burial ground were built

on Howard Street, in what is now Northborough.

Out of the five stones that remain standing at the Brigham Street Old Burial Ground today, four are legible headstones with names and dates. The fifth is a possible headstone, according to a stone conservator who investigated the site a few years back and could decipher some of the information. The grouping marks a family of four and contains the oldest grave sites.

The stone conservator had predicted 80 burials after a visual sweep. As many as 60 to 80 burials are visible, evidenced by mounded or depressed plots and wolf stones, which are flat stones that were laid over the buried body to prevent animals from uncovering it.

In 2017, ground-penetrating radar (GPR), a method that uses radar to detect structures below the surface of the earth, identified additional burial locations. It revealed that the majority are in the southwest section. The report estimates 110 burials.

Thanks to extensive research by Northborough resident and professional genealogist Beth Finch McCarthy, we know the identities of 42 people so far who are buried in the town’s first burial ground.

Finch McCarthy had predicted 100 people who may have died during the time period. However, only an archeological project would confirm the exact figure.

To determine who is bur-

ied at the Burial Ground, Finch McCarthy reviewed who lived and died in that part of town during the years the site was open for burials and pieced together the puzzle using the GPR graph and genealogical research. This included reviewing documents about people’s deaths, including ministers’ diaries, church books, and documents housed in the Northborough Historical Society Archives and published local history books. Information on the known, probable and possible burials has been compiled into a table that is displayed on an interpretive sign at the site. It was installed in 2021 thanks to funding from the Northborough Community Preservation Act.

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The Brigham Street Old Burial Ground in Northborough dates back to the early 1700s.

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Crazy Times – not really

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Who remembers Crazy Eddie? Crazy Eddie

are INSANE.” (Yes, there was also a serious fraud eventually leading to the demise of the company. Just remember the ads.)

We seem to be in a similar time. Every day badness is proclaimed. Mortgages are over 7%. The fed is signaling a rise in the fed rate. Houses are no longer affordable. Tom and Gisele are divorced. Elon Musk owns Twitter. Great headlines to be sure.

Let’s focus in on housing. Yes, rates are up. Certainly not as high as in the 80s when they were in the teens. Certainly, affordability is impacted.

Here is a look at affordability.

Last year rates were down. And so was inventory. So, it was likely you’d end up paying more…. maybe $100K more. Assuming you could tolerate the open house lines, parking etc. (It was an

INSANE time)

What if you bought the same home one year ago? Well, there is a good chance you would have had to pay $100,000 over asking, so a house for $500,000 may have gone for $600,000. If you put 20% down ($120,000) and financed $480,000 at 3%, the monthly Principal and Interest would have been $2023.70.

When compared to the current market scenario the savings difference is $637.51, but you would have had to put down $20,000 more out of pocket and owed $80,000 more on your mortgage. Also, there is a good chance you may be able to refinance the $400,000 and lower your monthly payment when interest rates fall back to a more normal range. But, once you financed that $480,000, that $80,000 does not disappear by refinancing and you may very well have a higher mortgage balance when you go to sell the property at some point. Also, in either case you need to add taxes and Insurance of $493/mo.

We have more homes for sale now than in 2021 (according to MLS data) and not as many as 2020.

So, it is not all bad news. It’s how you look at it. Heck, if you’re dating Tom and Gisele made an improvement in the dating pool.

Here is free app for your phone/tablet tied directly to the MLS https://www.homesnap.com/Gary-Kelley

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was a retailer known for ads proclaiming, “Crazy Eddie’s prices

By Kathryn Acciari

Contributing Writer

MARLBOROUGH - Patricia Murray, owner of Dancing Orchid Soapworks, started her soap and candle store as an online business in 2016. What began as an artisanal hobby at home has grown into a thriving business in the heart of Marlborough.

“I wanted to find out what ingredients were in common soap and make something better,” said Murray. “I learned to create handmade soaps, candles, and lotions using natural premium ingredients. People kept asking for more, so I decided to expand.”

“Having a brick-and-mortar store lets me provide a more personalized experience to my customers,” said Murray. “I can get to know people and learn what they like. Plus, the customer gets to feel and smell my products and ask questions

while they are in the shop.”

Murray thrives on providing an individualized customer experience and encourages her clientele to customize their selections.

“I offer specialized gift bas-

kets, and they have been very popular. People can select the scents that they want for the recipients of the baskets,” said Murray.

Murray also offers handson candle-making classes

and parties. The candle bar at Dancing Orchid Soapworks is open for walk-ins and can be reserved up to two hours for group events.

Murray said, “The wax warmer is on all day, so a customer can stop in during their lunch hour and make a candle. I also have groups come in for parties. My shop is BYOB, and I have karaoke and games that people can play. Everyone has a great time.”

With her shop centrallylocated in Marlborough, participants of the candle bar can explore the town while their candle cures.

“People can go shop or have a bite to eat. Then they come back and take home a beautifully-scented candle decorated with a custom label of their own design,” said Murray.

With the upcoming holiday season, Murray expects that her festive line will be a big draw.

“Our featured scents will be vanilla eggnog, woodland snow, red berry balsam, and campfire marshmallow,” said Murray.

Dancing Orchid Soapworks is a frequent donator at community fundraisers and charity events.

“I participated in a Trunk or Treat event at Kane Elementary and donated pumpkin soaps. They were a hit,” said Murray. Looking forward, Murray’s focus is on providing top-level service and listening to her customers.

“I want my customers to know that I am here for them,” said Murray.

Visit Dancing Orchid Soapworks at 266 Main Street in Marlborough, or online at dancingorchidsoapworks.com.

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Parade salutes local veterans

Tour The Willows, and help police and fire get some pie

The Willows at Westborough will bake pies for the Police and Fire departments for each tour of the facility from Nov. 1 to 21.

In the past, BC4T founder Michelle Gillespie said that she and Leslie Arsenault started the Hometown Heroes Program after seeing banners dedicated to individual veterans in Bolton.

Among other programs, the organization sponsors the annual Applefest 5K Road Race, and it assembles and delivers care packages to veterans in need.

For more information, visit http://www.bc4t.org/.

This was one of the first local events held ahead of Veterans Day on Friday. Events in Northborough also included a luncheon at the Northborough Senior Center.

WESTBOROUGH - The Willows at Westborough – an active retirement community that is part of Salmon Senior Living — is making donations ahead of the holidays.

For everyone who tours the independent living community between Nov. 1 and 21, The Willows residents, on-site chef and culinary team will bake and donate pies to the Westborough Fire and Police departments in their name.

“Baking and preparing for the holiday season while giving

back to the greater community is a win-win,” said Danielle Hoover, director of sales at The Willows at Westborough. “With a maintenance-free lifestyle, The Willows residents have ample opportunity to focus on more fun and more fulfilling activities, like baking, volunteering and donating.” To learn more about ways to tour The Willows, contact Hoover at dhoover@salmonhealth.com, call 508-3664730, or visit www.SalmonHealth.com.

Northborough’s Hometown Heroes were on display along Route 20 – all 150 of them.

Top: A vintage Army ambulance was part of the Hometown Heroes rolling rally on Nov. 6.

Bottom: World War II veteran Donald Tibbets, right, waves to the crowd during the Hometown Heroes rolling rally on Nov. 6.

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Westborough Connects plans Kindness Week

By Maureen Sullivan Senior Reporter

WESTBOROUGH - Get ready to spread a little kindness.

Westborough Connects will sponsor the fifth Kindness Week Nov. 12-18.

According to Executive Director of Westborough Connects Kelley Petralia, the idea for the event began after a brainstorming session with other organizations about five years ago.

“We wanted to rally around core values,” she said. “We thought this could be something.”

Kindness Week has since become one of Connects’ signature events, said Petralia.

Program Manager Laura Cerniglia said Kindness Week was moved to November because Nov. 13 is World Kindness Day.

Kindness Week will kick off on Nov. 12. From 9 to 11 a.m., residents young and old can take part in community service

opportunities, such as raking leaves and recycling. Those wishing to take part may sign up at tinyurl.com/mu3erhfs.

From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Westborough High School, a free drop-in event will include kindness stations, including a chance to paint and decorate

kindness rocks, play “catch with a cop” and more.

In addition, there will be a drive to collect leftover Halloween candy. The goodies will be sorted and bagged for Soldiers Angels, which is a a charity that sends candy to troops stationed overseas.

Candy will also be donated to the Westborough Food Pantry and Project Just Because.

New this year, participants will have an opportunity to design blank greeting cards for Operation Gratitude, which is another organization that serves military personnel. The cards are sent to troops overseas so they may write a letter home.

Toward the end of the kickoff, three local drummers sponsored by the Westborough Cultural Council will perform.

Cerniglia said those missing the kickoff may perform community service all week long.

“All these events are free and open to the community,” she said.

Highlights include a screening of “Won’t You Be My Neighbor?” at Westborough Public Library on Nov. 16; and the installation of a “Kindness Rock Garden” on Nov. 18 at 4

p.m. at the library.

Westborough Connects will soon launch its annual appeal to raise funds for its programs, including “pop ups” planned through the year.

“We need to celebrate kindness all year long,” said Petralia.

A complete schedule of events will be available on Westborough Connects’ website, www.westboroughconnects.org, and its Facebook page.

In addition to the Westborough Cultural Council, the programs for Kindness Week have been financially supported through contributions from New England Recovery Center, Realtor Stephanie Stuchlik, Cumulus Global, Central One Federal Credit Union, Pastoral Counseling Centers of MA, Pickering Funeral Home, Right at Home of Eastern Worcester County, The Highlands Gracious Living, as well as through a 2021 Reliant Foundation grant.

Kelley Petralia, left, executive director of Westborough Connects, and Laura Cerniglia, program manager. During the kickoff to Kindness Week on Nov. 12, you can paint and decorate a kindness rock.

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POLICE FIRE&

Fatal hit-and-run suspect held on $50,000 cash bail

By Laura Hayes Managing Editor

SHREWSBURY - A Worces -

ter man is being held on a $50,000 cash bail following a fatal hit-and-run crash on Oct. 29.

Jerry Santiago, 24, has been charged with unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle and leaving the scene personal injury resulting in death.

Santiago was arraigned Nov. 2 in Westborough District Court. The judge ordered three conditions, including that he be placed on a GPS monitoring device, have no contact with the victim’s family and not to operate a motor vehicle.

During the arraignment, the prosecutor said that the state intended to present the case before a grand jury.

More information about the crash

The statement of facts reveals more information regarding the crash.

Just after 10 p.m. on Oct. 29, Shrewsbury police responded to a report that a pedestrian — who was later identified as Ghufran Mutar, 20, of Shrewsbury — was struck by a vehicle.

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Mutar was transported to UMass Memorial Medical Center where she was later pronounced deceased.

According to the statement of facts, witnesses told police that she was struck by a vehicle traveling at a “high rate of speed” eastbound on Route 9.

“The vehicle that struck Mutar did not stop and continued

to travel Eastbound on Route 9,” the court documents read.

Witnesses told police that the vehicle pulled into a nearby dealership where a man and woman exited the car to assess the damage before they got back into the vehicle and continued on Route 9.

According to the statement of facts, surveillance footage showed that the woman was discarding a bottle from the vehicle. Police wrote that they recovered a bottle of tequila that was three-fourths filled with a pink liquid.

At about 1 p.m. Oct. 31, Westborough police located a vehicle at the Extended Stay America in Westborough that had “heavy front-end damage” that was consistent with still photos that were disseminated in a law enforcement bulletin.

Court documents state that

investigators made contact with the owner of the vehicle and her daughter, who had been the female passenger. During the arraignment, the prosecutor told the court that the woman had let her daughter and her friend borrow the vehicle, who had went to a party.

The daughter told police that her boyfriend, Santiago, had been driving the vehicle, the statement of facts said.

“[The daughter] stated that she and Santiago both knew that they struck a person at the time of the crash,” the documents state.

She told police that Santiago “refused” to go back to the scene of the crash because he didn’t have a driver’s license, the documents state.

Court documents state that Santiago has a learner’s permit.

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Local Dunkin’ franchises part of child labor lawsuit

By Maureen Sullivan Senior Reporter

REGION - A management company and its owners will pay more than $145,000 to resolve more than 1,200 violations of the state’s child labor statutes across several Dunkin’ locations in the state, including in Westborough and Grafton.

Attorney General Maura Healey made the announcement on Oct. 31.

The Westford Group Inc., and its president and treasurer, Michael and Brian Marino, were issued five citations by the AG’s office for child labor law violations at 14 Dunkin’ stores the company operates in Lowell, Worcester, Grafton, Millbury, Westborough and Leominster.

The violations include:

• failing to obtain a work permit for minor workers.

• failing to supervise minors past 8 p.m.

• employing a 16- or 17-yearold minor to work before 6 a.m. or after 10 p.m.

• employing a minor under the age of 18 for more than nine hours in a single workday.

• a employing a minor under the age of 16 before 6:30 a.m. or after 7 p.m. and for more than eight hours in a single workday.

“Companies that employ young workers have a responsibility to provide a safe and productive work environment,” said Healey. “We are committed to protecting the rights of young workers in Massachusetts and ensuring

that employers understand and comply with our labor laws.”

The attorney general’s Fair Labor Division began investigating the Westford Group following a complaint from a minor employee, alleging that the employee was required to work more than 10 hours per day. Through an audit of the records from 14 of the group’s locations, the AG’s office discovered more than 1,200 child labor law violations had occurred at the stores over a year and a half, impacting more than 50 employees in total.

The AG’s office has previously taken action against other Dunkin’ franchisees.

This case is part of Healey’s ongoing efforts to protect the rights of young workers at fast food chains across Massachusetts.

The Fair Labor Division is responsible for enforcing state laws regulating the payment of wages, including prevailing wage, minimum wage, overtime and earned sick time laws.

Under Massachusetts law, children under 18 may not work more than 9 hours in a day or more than 48 hours in a week. Fourteen- and 15-yearold children may not work later than 7 p.m., and 16- and 17-year-old children may not work later than 10 p.m. on a night preceding a school day, or later than midnight preceding a non-school day. State law also requires employers to have work permits on file for all workers under 18 years of age.

This case was handled by Assistant Attorney General Kate Watkins and investigator Lili Wu, both of the AG’s Fair Labor Division.

The management company and owners of several Dunkin’ franchises, including those in Westborough and Grafton, will pay a fine for child labor violations.

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Truck hits Westborough bridge

By Caroline Gordon Reporter

WESTBOROUGH - A truck hit Westborough’s East Main Street Bridge causing a delay in traffic at about 1:30 p.m. on Nov. 3.

This crash marked the latest of the line of truck collisions with the 12-foot, 6-inch bridge, which is too low to allow standard

tractor trailers through.

The collision left a piece of the truck hanging on the bridge and the top of the truck crumpled.

In addition, there was debris from the truck scattered underneath the bridge.

The duration of the traffic delay depends on when a towing company will take the truck away, according to Westborough Police Sergeant Christopher

Atchue.

In the meantime, there are Westborough police officers downtown directing traffic.

“The trucks and the bridge do not get along too well,” Atchue said.

He added, “I’ve seen it too many times to recall. Once we get our people into place, it’s an organized song and dance. We’re so used to it.”

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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

Barnhart, Brian of Shrewsbury

Beck, Paul of Southborough

Despres, Richard formerly of Marlborough

DuFault, Sandra of Marlborough

Fenton, Bruce formerly of Marlborough

Glispin, Jennie of Grafton

Grant, Timothy of Marlborough

Greska, Linda formerly of Hudson

Imbalzano, Karen of Shrewsbury

Laperle, Joseph of Grafton

Lee, Scott of Marlborough

Marion, Patricia of Marlborough

McLaughlin, Grace of Grafton

Milias, Emmanuel of Shrewsbury

POLICE LOG

The information in the police log is obtained directly from the official records maintained at each police station in our circulation area. Those arrested are innocent until proven guilty. The Community Advocate will publish news of acquittals upon notification and a copy of court issued documentation.

Southborough

Thursday, Oct. 13

3:53 p.m. Arrested, Ahmad Al Karaki, of Village Brook Ln., Natick, on warrant, no inspection sticker.

Sunday, Oct. 16

Mortenson, Robert of Hudson

Nye, Nancy of Westborough and Worcester

Russell, William formerly of Northborough

Stanton, William of Westborough

Thurber, Donald of Northborough

Villamil, Anibal of Northborough

Voorhees, Kathryn formerly of Westborough

White, Shirley of Westborough

Joseph A. Laperle, 74

GRAFTON – Joseph A. Laperle, 74, of Grafton, passed away peacefully while surrounded by his family on Wednesday, October 26, 2022 in the Rose Monahan Hospice Residence, Worcester.

Joe is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Suzanne T.

5:01 p.m. Arrested , Stephen R. Hanson, of Sutton St., Uxbridge, for op MV with license suspended.

Thursday, Oct. 20

2:46 a.m. Arrested , Natalie Martinez, of Hollis St., Framingham, for OUI-liquor or .08%, negligent operation of motor vehicle, operator improperly use mobile phone, marked lanes violation .

Thursday, Oct. 27

9:48 p.m. Arrested , Jalia T. Brooks, of Worcester Rd., Framingham, for OUI-liquor or .08%, negligent operation of motor vehicle, marked lanes violation.

Shrewsbury

Saturday, Oct. 29

2:01 a.m. Arrested , Kevin F.

(Forget) Laperle and his two daughters, Amy Gordona and her husband, John of Austin, TX and Jessica Roman and her husband, Raul of Spencer. He has two granddaughters, Madelyn and Mackenzie Gordona whom he loved fiercely. Nothing brought him more joy than sneaking off with them for ice cream or any number of treats they could convince him to get with a simple smile.

Joe is also survived by his two brothers, Phillipe Laperle and his wife, Jenmei of Keesevile NY and Richard Laperle and his wife, Terri of New Ipswich, NH; three sisters, Constance A. Carpenter and her husband, Bob of Worcester, Terry Laperle and her wife, Mari Willey of Mechanicsburg, PA and Jacqueline Quinlan of Worcester. Joe also leaves

Luna Barcenes, 23, of 10 Ashmont Ave., Apt. 2, Worcester, for OUI liquor, operation to endanger, marked lanes violation.

Monday, Oct. 31

2:00 a.m. Arrested, Nicole D. Diliddo, 30, of 70 Boylston Cir., Shrewsbury, for possession Class A substance, possession Class B substance.

1:09 p.m. Arrested , Van C. Nguyen, 51, of 27 Manor Rd., Shrewsbury, on warrant.

5:50 p.m. Arrested , Jose A. Zayas, 39, of 40 Crystal St., Apt. 3, Worcester, for op MV with license suspended, fail to yield.

Tuesday, Nov. 1

6:48 p.m. Arrested, Paul Stanley Dinardo Sr., 65, of 11 Lake Ave., Apt. 1401, Worcester, for red light violation, drive on sidewalk, op MV with license suspended, warrant.

behind many nieces, nephews and cousins.

The Alfred Roy & Sons Funeral Home of Worcester assisted with arrangements.

Donald I. Thurber, 83

NORTHBOROUGH - Donald I. Thurber, 83, of Northborough and formerly of Westborough, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 27, 2022, at the Rose Monahan Hospice Home in Worcester, surrounded by his loving family. He is the beloved husband to Joan M. (Thomas) Thurber.

In addition to his wife he is survived by his children, Laurie

10:32 p.m. Arrested, Jerry Santiago, 24, of 98 Green Hill Pkwy, Worcester, on warrant.

Wednesday, Nov. 2

4:26 p.m. Arrested, Alex J. Tores-Carrero, 44, of 425 Pleasant St., Apt. 405, Worcester, for possession Class A substance, possession Class B substance, resisting arrest, tampering or destruction of evidence.

5:28 a.m. Arrested, Jessilyn Am Chobot, 39, of 9 Priscilla Ln., Charlton, on warrant.

Marlborough

Saturday, Oct. 29

1:46 a.m. Arrested , Gilberto Cirino Oliveira Jr., 25, of 302 BPRE, Apt. O8, Marlborough, on true warrant.

Tuesday, Nov. 1

8:45 a.m. Arrested, Anthony Saleem Mouawad, 53, of 210

Gaudette and her husband Michael, of Northborough, Linda Posterro and her husband Jay, of Sutton, and Donald Thurber and his companion Lynn Carmichael, of Sutton, his siblings, Joyce Hackett, Kenneth Thurber, and Gerald Thurber, his grandchildren, Heather Gaudette, Daniel “DJ” Gaudette, Nathan Posterro, Haley Thurber, and Matthew Thurber, and his cherished great-grandson, Bowen Gaudette. He is also survived by his brothers-in-law, James Thomas and his wife Louise and Stanley Thomas. He is predeceased by his siblings William Thurber, Jr. and Carolyn Chouinard.

The Pickering & Son Westborough Funeral Home assisted with arrangements.

Stow Rd., Marlborough, for oper MV with license suspended for OUI, marked lanes violation, negligent operation of motor vehicle.

Wednesday, Nov. 2

6:19 a.m. Arrested, Jose Rauffman Oliveira, 34, of 319 East Main St., Apt. M9, Marlborough, for possess child pornography.

Westborough

Friday, Oct. 28

4:08 p.m. Arrested, Dylan M. Kane, 37, of 2 Rogers Rd., Apt. 33, Westborough, for violate abuse prevention order, resist arrest. Sunday, Oct. 30

12:43 p.m. Arrested , James Curran, 39, of 35 Santiut Ln., Mashpee, on straight warrant – prob violation, possess Class B drug, trespass.

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COMMUNITY OBITUARIES

Obituaries | from page 17

Linda M. Greska, 61

HOLDEN - Linda Marie Greska, 61, of Holden, MA, formerly of Hudson, MA and Worcester, MA, died on Wednesday, October 26, 2022 at UMASS Medical Center, University Campus in Worcester, after a long battle with many health issues.

Linda was born and raised in Hudson and leaves her mother, Carol (Tourville) Ciccarelli, wife of the late Frederick Ciccarelli and her father, Gordon Greska and his wife Maryanne of Hudson, MA. Linda attended local schools in Hudson and following high school she moved to Worcester where she resided for 40 plus years. She has spent the past 2 years in Holden. Linda has attended Horizon Christian Fellowship Church in Fitchburg. Besides her parents, Linda is survived by her brother, David Greska and his fiancé Kim Lacey of Clinton, MA; her sister, Paula Rudd, wife of the late David Rudd of Hudson, MA; and her brother, Robert Greska and his wife Jessie of Leominster, MA. She also leaves many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Linda enjoyed writing special notes and cards to her friends and family consistently bringing enjoyment to many people. She had a simple faith in Jesus Christ. Linda loved celebrating holidays with her family and group home roommates. Arts, crafts, bingo, cards and games were a few of the hobbies she enjoyed. Family gatherings were always cherished events throughout her life. Dining out often was a special treat she loved whenever the opportunity arose. Linda was always sweet and a joy to be around as she had compassion and love for people, especially for her family and friends; she will be missed by all who loved and knew her.

The Tighe Hamilton Regional Funeral Home of Hudson assisted with arrangements.

Shirley W. White, 88

WESTBOROUGH - Shirley (Wray) White, 88, of Westborough, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 27, 2022, surrounded by her loving

family. She is the beloved wife to the late Norman White.

She is survived by her son, Gary White, her step-sons, Bruce, Steve, and John White and their families, all of Westboro, and her close family friends the Robert Frem family of Northborough.

Her funeral service will be held at 10 AM on Wednesday, November 2, in the First United Methodist Church, 120 W. Main St. Westborough. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery, Clinton.

The Pickering & Son Westborough Funeral Home assisted with arrangements.

Kathryn A. Voorhees, 63

AUBURN - Kathryn A. Voorhees, 63, of Auburn, passed away unexpectedly at home on Friday, October 28, 2022. Born in Kingston, NY, she was the daughter of the late Richard and Corlyn (Rogers) Romer. She was raised and educated in Westborough and was a 1977 graduate of Westborough High School.

Kathryn is survived by one daughter, Corlyn P. Voorhees of Millbury, and ten siblings, Richard H. Romer of N. Grafton, Colette M. Romer of Holden, Karen M. Rivard of Grafton, Corlyn H. O’Brien of Marlborough, Colleen E. Romer of Wareham, Carol C. Romer of Westborough, Roy F. Romer of S. Grafton, Robert D. Romer of Scottsdale, AZ, Scott M. Romer of Sutton and Patricia J. Romer of Holden. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

The Pickering & Son Westborough Funeral Home assisted with arrangements.

William R. Russell, 58

STERLING - William “Bill” R. Russell, 58, passed away at home surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, October 27, 2022, after living with cancer for four years. He was born in Manchester, CT, the son of Sanford H. and Betty (Brown) Russell and grew up Northborough.

He leaves his best friend and loving wife of 27 years, Michelle N. (Tetu) Russell; his children - his pride and joy - Jon, Hope,

and Nick Russell, all of Sterling; his brother, Hew Russell and his wife, Michelle of Marion; and many extended family members.

The Miles-Sterling Funeral and Tribute Center of Sterling assisted with arrangements.

Timothy P. Grant, 35 MARLBOROUGH - Timothy Phillip Grant, 35, passed away unexpectedly in his sleep on the morning of Thursday October 27th.

He is survived by his children, Chloe and Axel Grant; his mother, Marilyn Zagwyn-Jones; his father, David Grant; his grandmother, Ann Zagwyn; his brothers, Wayne Grant, Mark Monroe, and David Grant; his sisters, Angela Grant and Tiffanie Parks; his fiancé, Ashley Whitman, as well as countless cousins and lifelong friends that felt like family.

Born and raised in Marlboro, Massachusetts, Timmy “I wasn’t even going that fast” Grant lived his life with an undeniable passion. To know him was to love him. He was known for his contagious laugh, his constant desire to help and give to others, and being an incredible father to his kids.

Timmy was a family man if you’d ever met one. No one could deny the bond he shared with his brothers- “The Grant Boys” remain notorious staples of Marlboro to this day. In his final months he lived with his fiancé right next door to his little brother Wayne, where he quickly became a hero to the neighborhood kids. A big kid himself, he was always outside playing with them, riding bikes and playing basketball.

The Short & Rowe Funeral Home of Marlborough assisted with arrangements.

Bruce A. Fenton, 75

DURHAM, N.H. - Bruce A. Fenton 75 of Durham, NH and formerly of Marlborough, MA died on Friday, October 28, 2022, at Portsmouth Regional Hospital, Portsmouth, NH surrounded by his loving family.

He was born in Marlborough, MA, the son of the late Archibald C. and Ruth E. (Saun-

ders) Fenton. Bruce served in the US Army after attending the Hart School of Music, in Hartford, CT. After the Army, he worked in art and advertising and spent the rest of his life studying the world around him. He was an accomplished musician who could play almost any instrument you placed in his hands. His paintings, drawings and photographs were proudly displayed at art shows and hung on museum walls. He was an accomplished magician who always had a magic trick ready up his sleeve to the delight of everyone. Bruce loved woodworking, fishing with his friends, playing trains with his grandchildren, metal detecting for treasures and hunting for arrowheads, and collecting anything that caught his eye. His love and laughter will be dearly missed by his family and friends.

Bruce is survived by his son, Bruce C. Fenton and his wife Carolann of Durham, NH, his daughter, Hannah Mayo and her husband Manny of FL, 8 grandchildren, Alexander, Isabelle, Peter, Eleanor, Seth, Isaac, Eaden and Ezra. Bruce was predeceased by his long-time companion, Victoria Suchocki in 2021.

The Short & Rowe Funeral Home of Marlborough assisted with arrangements.

Sandra L. DuFault, 54

MARLBOROUGH - Sandra L. DuFault, 54, of Marlborough, MA died at her home surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, October 29th, 2022. She was born October 7th,1968 here in Marlborough, where she lived most of her life. She was the daughter of Edward W. (Pepe) and JoAnn (Mitchell) DuFault.

Sandie is survived by her Sweetheart of 20 years Thomas Wissler and their son Tyler Wissler.

Sandie held so many “jobs” She was currently working for Whole Foods Market. But the job she loved most was being a nanny to Ellie, a 9-monthold girl, the daughter to a local young couple. She had a special place in her heart for Ellie and her parents. And as everyone knows her love for animals developed into a pet-sitting career too. Sandie had such a loving, kind soul and it showed in the work she chose and the people

she surrounded herself with.

Sandie had a few favorite places to be. Her favorite place was in Lunenburg, Vermont at the lake house relaxing and swinging on the hammock by the lake. And for those that knew her, know that her second favorite place was chilling in her bed with her big brown blankie watching her “shows”.

Sandie’s childhood was surrounded by many, many adventures involving auto racing. Many being held locally here at the former Westborough Speedway. Her dad, Pepe as he was called, had a long racing career. And that was passed down to her brothers, Rod and Mike who had a very successful racing career. Also, Cars, mechanics and racing, was definitely in the DuFault blood. And as for their son Tyler, who she loved with all her heart and was so proud of, is following in the DuFault tradition starting his own career of being a mechanic working alongside her brother Rod.

Sandie is also survived by her brothers, Rodney W. DuFault and his wife Sue, Michael E. Dufault and his wife Amanda, and Scott F. DuFault, her sister, Jeanne M. Vennard and her husband Paul, her nephews, Matthew DuFault and Gavin Dufault, her niece Trisha Dufault and fiancé Dan Rydzewski, as well as many cousins.

The Slattery Funeral Home, Inc. of Marlborough assisted with arrangements.

Emmanuel Milias, 91

SHREWSBURY - Emmanuel Milias (91) of Shrewsbury, MA passed away peacefully on Oct. 31st at Holy Trinity Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. He was born in Piraeus, Greece in 1930.

He was pre-deceased by his parents, Konstantinos and Maria (Koutsogiannopoulou) Milias, his wife of 50 years, Elpida (Sarando) Milias, his sisters, Aspasia Kourkoutsaki and Sophia Milias and leaves several nieces and grand-nephews.

Miles Funeral Home, 1158 Main Street, Holden assisted with arrangements.

LEGAL NOTICES

HUDSON

LEGAL NOTICE

Town of Hudson, Massachusetts

Public Notice of Hearing

Notice is hereby given that the Hudson Community Preservation Committee will hold a public hearing under the provisions of M.G.L. Chapter 44B, Section 5, on Wednesday, December 14, 2022 at 7:00p.m in the Select Board Meeting Room, 2nd floor, Town Hall, Hudson, MA. The hearing is concerning the needs, possibilities and resources of the town regarding community preservation funds.

The Community Preservation Plan may be viewed at the Town Hall, Town Clerks Office or on the website at www.townofhudson.org under the Community Preservation Committee.

The Committee will also be accepting Applications until Wednesday, December 7, 2022 at 12:00noon, for projects to be considered for submission to the May 2023 Annual Town Meeting Warrant. Applications must be sent electronically to lghilonicpc@gmail.com AND by submitting ten copies to the Community Preservation Committee, 78 Main Street, Town Hall, Hudson, MA 01749. Applicants will have the opportunity to meet with the Committee on December 14, 2022 to support their projects submission to the warrant.

Hudson Community Preservation Committee

HUDSON CONSERVATION COMMISSION

Legal Public Hearing Notice

The Hudson Conservation Commission will hold a Public Hearing relative to the following filing under the Wetlands Protection Act (M.G.L. Chapter 131, Section 40) as requested by Daniel Gale. The owner of the property is Hudson Public Schools. The work is located at 306 Cox Street (Map-Parcel 22-1). The proposed project is construction of a disc golf course in Buffer Zone to Bordering Vegetated Wetlands. The Public Hearing will be held via remote video conference on November 17, 2022 at 7:00 pm. Please contact the Conservation Commission Office for information on joining the meeting: phelinek@townofhudson.org or 978562-2948.

All interested parties are urged to attend. The application can be obtained through email by contacting the Conservation Commission Office.

MARLBOROUGH

LEGAL NOTICE

SALE OF MOTOR VEHICLES ALL POLICE ORDERED TOWS

(Sale of Motor Vehicle under G.L. c. 255, Sec. 39A) Notice is hereby given by CENTRAL AUTO REBUILDERS, INC., 53 CENTRAL STREET, MARLBOROUGH, MA 01752 pursuant to the provisions of G.L. c.255, Sec. 39A, that on November 22nd at 11:00 am at C.A.R. Towing, 55 Central Street, Marlborough, MA 01752 the following motor vehicles will be sold to satisfy the garage keeper’s lien thereon for towing charges, storage, care, and

expenses of notices and sale of said vehicles: VIN# 1C6RR7KT2HS512539, 2017 Ram 1500, Last Registered Owner: Christopher Crowell; VIN# 5NPEU46F89H475389, 2009 Hyundai Sonata, Last Registered Owner: Jamaal Sanpon.

CITY OF MARLBOROUGH OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK

LEGAL NOTICE

Public Hearing –Special Permit

Applicant: 272 Lincoln LLC

Locus: 272 Lincoln Street Map 69, Parcels 523 & 523A

Notice is given that the City Council of the City of Marlborough will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on Monday, November 21, 2022, at 8:00 PM in City Council Chambers, 2nd floor City Hall, 140 Main Street, Marlborough, Massachusetts, on the Application for Special Permit from Attorney Terrence Morris, on behalf of 272 Lincoln LLC, to build a 12-unit multi-family dwelling with accessory parking to be located at 272 Lincoln Street.

The application materials and plans are available for viewing in the Office of the City Clerk, City Hall, 140 Main Street, Marlborough, MA 01752, Telephone 508-460-3775. In addition, the plans and application will be available online at www.marlborough-ma.gov/citycouncil under Public Hearing Notices.

Per Order of the City Council #22-1008709

CITY OF MARLBOROUGH OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK LEGAL NOTICE

Public Hearing –Special Permit

Applicant: Dish Wireless

Locus: 860 Boston Post Road East Map 61, Parcel 16

Notice is given that the City Council of the City of Marlborough will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on Monday, November 21, 2022, at 8:00 PM in City Council Chambers, 2nd floor City Hall, 140 Main Street, Marlborough, Massachusetts, on the Application for Modification of Special Permit from Brian Martinelli on behalf of Dish Wireless, to install three (3) new antennas on the existing cell tower along with a 5x7 platform, at 860 Boston Post Road East.

The application materials and plans are available for viewing in the Office of the City Clerk, City Hall, 140 Main Street, Marlborough, MA 01752, Telephone 508-460-3775. In addition, the plans and application will be available online at www.marlborough-ma.gov/citycouncil under Public Hearing Notices.

Per Order of the City Council #22-1008710

SHREWSBURY

MISCELLANEOUS PLUMBING AND GAS FITTING WORK SERVICES 2022-23

Sealed bids are requested by the Town Manager for Miscellaneous Plumbing and Gas Fitting Work Services 202223.

Specifications may be obtained electronically at https://shrewsburyma. gov/bids.aspxor at the Public Buildings Office, Municipal Office Building, 100 Maple Avenue, Shrewsbury, MA. 01545, or by calling (508) 841-8657. Bids shall be sealed and appropriately marked “Miscellaneous Plumbing and Gas Fitting Work Services 2022-23”. All Bids will be received in the Town Manager’s Office, 100 Maple Avenue, Shrewsbury, MA. 01545, on or before Monday, November 28, 2022 until 1:00 PM. at which time and place they will be publicly opened and read.

The right is reserved to reject any and all bids.

Keith Baldinger

Assistant Director of Public Works

November 9, 2022

TOWN OF SHREWSBURY ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

PUBLIC HEARINGS

RICHARD D. CARNEY MUNICIPAL OFFICE BUILDING

100 MAPLE AVENUE, SHREWSBURY

November 28, 2022

6:30 PM

To hear the appeal of Michael and Amanda Vitols, 12 Deerfield Rd, Shrewsbury MA, for a Special Permit to the Shrewsbury Zoning Bylaw Section IV.B to construct a second story addition, attached garage, porch, and other expansions upon property located at 12 Deerfield Road in the Residence B-1 District. The subject premise is described on the Shrewsbury Assessor’s Tax Plate 04 Plot 016043.

November 28, 2022

6:30 PM

To hear the appeal of Ann Moormann, 240 S. Quinsigamond Ave, Shrewsbury MA for a Variance and Special Permit to the Shrewsbury Zoning Bylaw Section VII – Table II and Section IV.B to construct a garage and addition and replace a deck upon property located at 240 South Quinsigamond Ave in the Residence B-2 zoning district. The subject premise is described on the Shrewsbury Assessor’s Tax Plate 45 Plot 000082.

November 28, 2022

6:30 PM

To hear the appeal of Mary J. Holland, 8132 Flint Pond Circle, Shrewsbury MA for a Special Permit to the Town of Shrewsbury Zoning Bylaw under Section IV.B to demolish and reconstruct a pre-existing non-conforming dwelling upon property located at 332 South Quinsigamond Ave in the Residence B-2 district. The subject premise is described on the Shrewsbury Assessor’s Tax Plate 45 Plot 000262.

Peter C. Mulcahy, Clerk

PUBLIC HEARING SHREWSBURY PLANNING BOARD

The Shrewsbury Planning Board will hold a public hearing on Thursday, December 1, 2022 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 Modification by the Planning Board for property lo-

cated at 34-36 Harrington Avenue as required by the Town of Shrewsbury Zoning Bylaw Section VII.F.3, to allow for the modification of building setbacks based on as-built locations, Building #36 side yard setback reduced from 3.0’ to 2.9’ and Building #34 side yard setback increase from 2.0’ to 4.2’to west and from 10.9’ to 12.9’ to south. Building #34 footprint is smaller with no impact on parking. The proposed development is shown on plans entitled, “Site Development Plan for 34-36 Harrington Avenue,” on one page (1) sheet, dated September 15, 2022, 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 Plate 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

Joseph A. Thomas, Jr., Clerk

LEGAL NOTICE

The Shrewsbury Planning Board will hold a public hearing on Thursday, December 1, 2022 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 Shrewsbury Hascall MM LLC, 40 Jackson Street, Suite 3200, Worcester MA 01608, for Site Plan Approval; a Special Permit for a Mixed-Use Development containing 55 apartments and approximately 8,000 square feet of retail; Special Permits for front and side setbacks greater than 10 feet; and a Special Permit for parking within the side setback; as required by the Town of Shrewsbury Zoning Bylaw, Section VII.F.3, and Section VI Table 1, Section VII.U.4., and Section VII.U.6.b, as shown on plans entitled, “Proposed Site Plan Documents,” in thirteen (13) sheets, dated October 28, 2022, prepared by Bohler Engineering 352 Turnpike Road, Southborough, MA 01772; stamped by John A. Kucich, P.E. The subject property is located at 1-7 Maple Avenue and consists in whole or in part of Shrewsbury Assessor’s Tax Plate 22, Plot 158000.

A copy of the plans may be seen in the Department of Planning and Economic Development or on the Planning Board website at https://shrewsburyma. gov/905/Meeting-Materials.

SHREWSBURY PLANNING BOARD

Joseph A. Thomas, Jr., Clerk

SOUTHBOROUGH

NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION

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 Tuesday November 23, 2022 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 November 11, 2022 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.

2017 Subaru Forester, Vin: JF2SJAAC1HG482664

Owned by Juanita Damagnach

2008 Ford Taurus

VIN:1FAHP28W38G134965

Owned by Julio Esparza

2010 Chevrolet Equinox

Vin: 2CNFLEEW2A6252204

Owned by Theresa Nyekender

2007 Chevrolet Aveo

VIN: KL1TD66687B727604

Owned by Jessica Valerio

2007 Chevrolet Cobalt

VIN: 1G1ak55f777350843

Owned by Heather Beaudin

2001 Chevrolet Suburban

VIN: 3GNGK26U71G239936

Owned by Larry Kaslov

2007 Cadillac CTS

VIN: 1G6DP577970146097

Owned by Lucia Pedroza

2008 Dodge Avenger

VIN: 1B3LC56R08N220407

Owned by Kimberly Plitnick or Yanira Perez-Hernandez

WORCESTER

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE

Notice is hereby given by Boulevard Towing of 550 Franklin Street Worcester, MA, pursuant to the provisions of Mass G.L c. 255, Section 39A, that they will sell the following vehicles on or after November 19, 2022 beginning at 10:00 am by public or private sale to satisfy their garage keeper’s lien for towing, storage, and notices of sale. Vehicles are being stored at Boulevard Towing.

1. 2010 Mercedes Benz GLK350 VIN WDCGG8HB0AF457415

2. 2017 BMW X5 VIN 5UXKR0C58H0U55534

3. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 VIN 1GCNKPEA1CZ171981

4. 2008 Nissan Rogue VIN JN8AS58V98W137284

5. 2015 Ford F-350 VIN 1FTRE3B64FEB84847

Pat Assad, owner Boulevard Towing

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Tel 508-786-0309 fax 508-786-0310

Email resume to: sales@apahouser.com

Part-Time Office Support

Growing manufacturer of foodservice equipment based in Hudson is seeking a permanent PT office support person. Monday through Friday 10am-2or3pm. Duties to include answering phones, data entry, filing, mail distribution, etc. Good written and verbal communication skills necessary. Must be able to multi-task, be organized and pay attention to detail. Quick Books experience a plus. Salary commensurate with experience. No benefits.

Email resume and cover letter with salary requirements to accounting@mtiproducts.com

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Hawks field hockey season comes to an end

By Caroline Gordon Reporter

HUDSON - The Hudson High School field hockey team’s season came to an end after losing 3-1 to Norwell in their first postseason game Nov. 3.

“It’s sad whenever the season ends, but we were really proud to be in the postseason,” Hudson Head Coach Jennifer Wallingford said.

The last time the Hawks field hockey team made it to the postseason was about 10

Top: Two Hawks protect the ball.

Bottom left: Hawk defenders protect the net.

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years ago. They finished this year with a regular season score of 6-2 and a league score of 1-2.

A “tight-knight community”

ized how good they had gotten” during that game, according to Wallingford.

Wallingford said that Safranski was a “chatty” goalie who worked hard.

“She was just spunky, so that was fun for the girls,” she said.

In addition to making the playoffs, Wallingford said that the team’s goals this season included playing stronger on the field, encouraging each other and “having a good time.”

She said the Hawks made strong passes when they played Fitchburg and “connected dots all over the field.”

“They just looked really good on the field, so that one stands out to me,” she said.

Wallingford added that Bower scored 22 out of the 47 total goals this season.

Seniors say goodbye

“She is quiet and tough and might be a mystery to you, but the girls love her. They get a kick out of her,” Wallingford said.

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“I pride myself on having teams who get along as much as possible and have a good time. This group happened to be one that fulfilled all of those goals. They really did form a tightknight community,” she said.

One of the Hawks most memorable games of the season was when they played Fitchburg because they “real-

Wallingford said that the end of the season had been especially hard for the seniors because many of them will not play in college.

This season, there were five seniors who Wallingford said helped build the team’s camaraderie through their different personalities. She noted Jess Safranski and Olivia Bower.

After the last game, Wallingford said that an assistant coach told her that she had overheard one of the seniors say that “they would give anything” to play another game as a Hawk.

“Very quickly when that final whistle blew, they [the seniors] felt it. They were pretty sad because it was such a great season,” Wallingford said.

This technique can prevent running injuries

By Central Massachusetts Podiatry team

Daily at Central Massachusetts Podiatry, we help our patients heal from pain and injuries caused by walking and running. We also offer tools to strengthen their foot and ankle and work on ways to prevent future injuries.

those who want to keep running and avoid the pain cycles so many people deal with because of poor mechanics and movement.

Workshop on Nov 20

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We will offer an introduction to ChiRunning and ChiWalking workshop at our Westborough location on Nov. 20. Join Master Instructor Marc Waxman for a 2-hour (ChiWalking only) or 4-hour (ChiWalking + ChiRunning) class. Mention this ad to get our patient’s 50% discount deal (discounted rate is $50 for ChiWalking or $75 for both sessions). Registration via email

only: coachmarc113@gmail.com . Spots are limited. Through modeling, drills, and real-time feedback you will learn a technique that leads to comfortable and ef�icient movement. In addition to treating injuries, we offer gait analysis and guidance for walkers and runners. Text 508-625-7775 for a visit.

Bottom right: A Hawk dashes down the field with ball.

Grafton Gators remain undefeated following Falmouth win

By Laura Hayes Managing Editor

GRAFTON - The Grafton Gators are still undefeated after they rolled past Falmouth Clippers last Friday night.

The Gators and Clippers faced off at Grafton High School Nov. 4 in the round of 16 of the MIAA State Football Division 4 playoffs.

Grafton, which was seeded number two, beat Falmouth 31-0. Falmouth had been seeded 15.

“Ryanne Chibani had the game-sealing 25-yard interception return for a touchdown early in the fourth quarter,” according to the Gators Breakdown.

Now, the Gators will move onto the state quarterfinals on Nov. 11, taking on the Marlborough Panthers in Grafton after the Community Advocate went to press.

The Marlborough Panthers, which were seeded 10, beat Tewksbury 23-13 in Tewksbury last Friday night.

Other playoff results

In other playoff games, Shrewsbury High School fell to Springfield Central 60-14 in Division 1. The Colonials, who entered the playoffs 4-4 on the season, had been seeded at 13.

Hudson blew Swampscott out of the water, 41-17. Like Grafton, the Hawks entered the playoffs undefeated and were seeded number one in Division 5.

Now, Hudson will face off

against Dover Sherborn on Nov. 11 at Hudson High School in the quarterfinals. Dover Sherborn, which was seeded eight, had beat Watertown in the first round of playoffs.

Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School entered Division 6 playoffs with a 3-5 record. Seeded 16, the Aztecs faced off against Stoneham, which beat them 40-8.

Now, Stoneham is moving onto the quarterfinals against Oakmont.

Left: A Gator eyes his opponent as he runs with the ball.

Right: A Gator sprints with the ball.

Bottom: Two Gators work together to make a play.

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