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Library mini-golf event scores big

Court rejects injunction for Regal Cinemas project

By Maureen Sullivan Assistant Editor

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The former Regal Cinemas property stands off Turnpike Road.

By Maureen Sullivan Assistant Editor WESTBOROUGH – Ferris Development Group’s attempt to prevent the town from entering a purchase-and-sales agreement with another bidder for the former Regal Cinemas property was rejected.

In a ruling on Jan. 18, Worcester Superior Court Judge J. Gavin Reardon Jr. denied a preliminary injunction filed by Ferris Development in November shortly after the Select Board chose LAX Media LLC over Ferris Development and another bidder, Pulte Homes LLC. Ferris Development claimed the town’s selection of LAX Media “constituted breach of implied contract and violated the Uniform Regal Cinemas | 12

WESTBOROUGH – There’s nothing like an indoor game of mini-golf to ward off a cold and blustery evening.

On Feb. 3 and 4, the Friends of the Westborough Public Library sponsored the first mini-golf event at the library in six years.

In “Putt Fore the Library,” players young and old got to play 18 holes; the front nine was set up in the children’s library, while the back nine weaved around the adult and teen areas.

“It’ll be a fun and challenging course,” said Library Director Maureen Amyot before the event began.

“The families will have fun.”

A lot of the younger players certainly had fun, as they played some holes over and over again.

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From left, Cole Bouchard, Levi Miranda, Anthony Higgins, Nate Cox and Elijah Kramer check out another player’s shot.

SELCO reflects on changes to cable over the past decade

By Laura Hayes Managing Editor SHREWSBURY – Nearly half of SELCO’s basic subscribers have cut the proverbial cord, according to a presentation to the Select Board Jan. 24.

The Select Board met with SELCO General Manager Christopher Roy to discuss the cable franchise agreement.

According to Roy’s presentation, Shrewsbury was one of the first municipalities in the commonwealth to have a municipally-owned cable TV system. Now, Shrewsbury is one of two left in Massachusetts, and the only without in-town linear competition.

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COMMUNITY NEWS Developers asked to trim down housing proposal on Greenbriar Dr.

By Bill Gilman Senior Reporter

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SHREWSBURY – Developers hoping to build a 55-andoverhousing project at the corner of Greenbriar Drive and Gulf Street are being asked to reduce their proposal.

Cypress Avenue Development LLC has submitted plans for 53 units and would be made up of mostly duplexes, with eight units classified as “affordable.” The developer was originally proposing 66 units, which was cut to 60 over the summer.

However, at a continuation of the public hearing for site plan approval and a special permit at its Feb. 2 meeting, the Planning Board indicated its reticence to approve the application at its current size.

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Representatives of Cypress Avenue Development, LLC, speak before the Shrewsbury Planning Board, Feb. 2, regarding their proposed 55-over housing project.

of JM Grenier Associates, pushed back on the notion that it was too dense.

“Even when we were at 60 units, we were the least dense of any 55-over development

in town,” he said. “And now that we’re at 53 units, we’re even further below the density of any other [over 55] development permitted in town.”

However, it appeared that board members were not convinced.

“I think the project’s a bit dense. I’d like to see a few less units,” said Planning Board member Stephen Rodolakis. “I know you guys have worked hard to try and accommodate us, and I appreciate that. I’d like to see some units shaved off, [and] get the project down to 48.”

“I’m struggling with the 53 units,” said board Chair Steven Boulay. “Feet to the fire today, I would not be in favor of this plan, as derived.”

Larry Rosenberg and Stephen Blum of Cypress Avenue Development were unwilling to commit to the reduced number of units at that moment and requested the hearing be continued.

The board agreed and continued the hearing to March 2.

Boch Subaru hearing continues The board also continued its public hearing for the proposed new location for the Boch Subaru auto dealership on Boston Turnpike.

Attorney Richard Ricker, representing Boch Shrewsbury-Worcester LLC, provided an update on several items filed before the board, including a stormwater report, responses to the peer review and an updated traffic impact statement from their traffic engineers.

In addition, Ricker discussed the retaining walls and slope to be built on the property.

“As you know from the plan, all of the walls on the site and the slope are substantially interior. There is no way they would affect any of Planning Board | 4

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Letter to the Editor I would like to voice my concern with regards to the teacher strike in Woburn and others that have occurred across the state. It’s negligent to use children as bargaining tools when they are all behind in learning due to the three-year pandemic.

Not to mention the inconvenience to working parents, children with accommodation plans, and added inconsistency. It is certainly not in their best interest to be out of the classroom.

Considering this issue, I wanted to express my appreciation to the Marlborough Educators Association and all Marlborough public-school staff.

We have been able to negotiate in good faith with professional union leadership throughout my 11 years as Mayor of Marlborough. I am proud and appreciative of how we all worked and supported each other during the trying times faced by the pandemic, and I look forward to the continued collaboration

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WESTBOROUGH – Drone photography shows the Civic Kitchen & Drink as it sits on the Westborough Golf Club property on West Main Street. Late last month, the Select Board opted not to issue an RFP for a vendor to operate a restaurant at the club. However, the golf course will continue to be fully functional.

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Developers asked to trim down housing proposal

Storey receives town’s ‘Employee of the Year’ award

Planning Board | from page 2

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the neighboring properties … or the abutters or anything,” said Ricker. “Our geotechnical engineers that we’ve spoken with to date … keep telling us, ‘Ask them if they would close [the hearing] so that then we would know your site is complete as far as the Planning Board goes and then we can do the plans.’”

Residents speaking during the public comment portion of the hearing continued to express concerns about traffic around the site, especially as pertains to the car carriers delivering vehicles to the dealership.

According to Maureen McHugh of McMahon Associates, a “right turn only” exit included in the plans for the site would ensure that the car carriers would only pass through a residential area for about 280 yards just two times a week.

The board voted to continue the public hearing to its March 2 meeting.

The Shrewsbury Planning Board listens to representatives of Boch Subaru Worcester-Shrewsbury, regarding their proposed new location on Turnpike Road.

In other business The board held a public hearing on a site plan modification for a proposed hydrogen storage and compression system pad that was submitted by NelesJamesbury Inc. The project is planned for 42-44 Bowditch Ave. The board voted to continue the hearing to the March 2 meeting, pending a decision

from the Conservation Commission regarding the project.

The board granted a continuance to the March 2 meeting at the request of the applicant of the proposed Beal Commons development. The board also granted a continuance of the public hearing for the proposed warehouse and distribution facility at 44 Hartford Turnpike.

WESTBOROUGH – Earl Storey loves his town, and he wants to keep it beautiful.

The longtime employee for the Department of Public Works and the Recreation Department was honored as the “Employee of the Year” for 2022 during the Select Board meeting on Jan. 24.

“It’s a well-deserved recognition,” said Chair Ian Johnson.

Storey was selected from those who received the monthly Employee Excellence awards for 2022. He received the honor in January.

Born and raised in town, Storey has worked for the DPW for many years, and he also serves as chair of the Recreation Commission.

“Earl is the guy who knows everything,” according to the citation. “He can often be seen on his mower at the Lake Chauncy soccer fields, working tirelessly and diligently over the years to turn that land into a beautiful

space for passive and active recreation.

“Another gem in our community that Earl is behind is the Westborough Golf Club, where he has put in countless hours to improve the buildings and grounds for the benefit of the community.”

At the Select Board’s meeting, Storey received a citation from the board, as well as a gift card.

“I love the town,” he said.

“I get great support from the DPW.” Storey thanked Recreation Department Director Jenn Kirkland, who he said always “got my back.”

Transitions Jennifer Miller was introduced to the board as the town’s new conservation director.

The board also said goodbye to retiring Town Clerk Wendy Mickel, whose last day was Jan. 27. Mickel will continue to serve the town as a member of the Master Plan Implementation Committee.

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“Doughboy” statue has stood tall in Marlborough for nearly a century MARLBOROUGH THEN NOW

By Susan Alatalo History Columnist

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MARLBOROUGH – One of the tallest male figures seen around the city is the Abraham Lincoln re-enactor, Steve Symes, who wears a top hat when marching in Marlborough’s annual Labor Day parade.

Another well-known tall man has posed motionless since 1923 in front of the redbrick Frank D. Walker Building at 255 Main Street.

Despite its mammoth size, the bronze statue of a foot soldier, over time, has been placed in several different sites on the lawn sloping up to what was built as Marlborough High School.

Commonly known as “The Doughboy,” this sculpture was created by John Gabriel Hardy, Sr. of Rhode Island. It is entitled “Lest We Forget,

Often called “The Doughboy,” this bronze sculpture depicting the emotional task of burying a fallen comrade on a World War I battlefield stands in front of the Frank D. Walker Building at 255 Main Street in Marlborough.

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A path behind the sculpture leads pedestrians to behold, at eye level, a spade, barbed wire and a second helmet by the soldier’s soil-covered boots.

The muscular man depicted is probably younger than 25 years old, as more than half of the doughboys were. Even boys just 17 years old enlisted, to fight in the “Grand War,” a phrase nullified after World War II erupted and changed what was supposed to be “the

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Before American infantrymen became “GIs” during World War II, the popular nickname was “doughboy.”

There are several theories of how the name came to be.

The term was used as early as the Mexican-American War of 1846-48. It may have been due to the chalky dust from the dry terrain that resembled unbaked flour and coated marching foot soldiers.

Hardy designed other military statues such as “On To Victory” in North Providence, R.I., and plaques honoring people like Union Army Major Thomas McManus in Hartford, Conn. He also designed “Congressional Medal of Honor” (Valor) at the State House in Boston.

Realistic-looking military sculptures were mainly commissioned then to a number of artists. Today global communities still wish to pay tribute to those who sacrifice much in war through artwork, parades and ceremonies.

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Towns may go regional with emergency dispatch calls

By Maureen Sullivan Assistant Editor REGION – Four communities — Grafton, Hopkinton, Southborough and Westborough — are considering the formation of a regional emergency dispatch center.

In the fall, the Westborough Select Board approved the use of

the building at the south end of Hocomonco Pond for the center.

Westborough Fire Chief Patrick Purcell said the building, which is in “pretty tough shape,” would be renovated using state 911 development grant funds. The site will include a new floor, lighting, a training room and kitchenette.

Now, town officials are working on an Inter Municipal Agree-

ment (IMA), which is needed in order to apply for state grants.

The four towns are expected to take action on the IMA by mid-February since the deadline to apply for the grants is on March 2.

Hopkinton Select Board Chair Amy Ritterbusch acknowledged that “it does feel rushed” having to make a decision by Feb. 14,

but she worried that passing on it could lead to future problems.

“If we don’t make the choice, the RECC will go ahead with the other towns,” she said. “And at some point in the future this is the unknown — we don’t know if the state will say all the towns cannot operate their 911 centers; they all have to join with another; and we will have lost that control

to form the kind of district we want to be in.”

About the IMA There are currently 26 regional dispatch centers operating in Massachusetts.

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Communication Center (RECC) would be governed by a board of directors, a finance advisory subcommittee, an operations committee and an executive director.

Costs to run the center would be divided among the communities, based on population and the number of 911 calls. Member communities may withdraw from the agreement provided they meet their financial obligations and give proper notice.

Officials in all four communities are working on the draft agreement.

The pros According to officials, the main benefit for all four communities would be an upgrade to its technology that would be paid for by the state.

Grafton Police Chief Normand A. Crepeau said the proposed center will not be replacing the police and departments, but the way 911 calls are handled.

He said the department’s current radio system is 17 years old and has begun to fail. A conversion from analog to digital would be very expensive.

Under the proposal, the state would pay all expenses for the regional center for the first three years, with the communities paying an assessment starting the fourth year.

That could save Grafton up to $5.3 million.

Southborough Select Board member Chelsea Marie Malinowski, who supports regionalization, said that dispatch currently costs the town $400,000 annually for personnel.

Officials in Hopkinton questioned the potential savings once the dispatch center is up and running. A study by the Collins Center estimated Hopkinton would have a projected recurring cost savings of just over $480,000 along with an additional one-time savings of over $460,000 in the first year.

However, a letter from the state noted that a number of factors affected the final cost projections.

According to Purcell, the state grants are funded from cellular phone fees.

“It will cost the town zero dollars to create this center,” said Purcell, adding that Westborough “has a very high chance of receiving this grant.”

The cons In Hopkinton, officials are concerned there isn’t enough time to study the agreement.

How to staff the proposed center is also a major issue.

In November and December,

Southborough officials and residents discussed the proposal at length. While proponents tout cost savings, opponents are concerned about losing dispatchers, which may include the loss of local knowledge and areas “going dark” from lack of coverage.

Town officials in Hopkinton said they will not allow that to happen, but there will likely be additional costs.

One staffing model would accommodate five daytime positions, six evening and four

overnight — far fewer positions than what is being staffed on the town level.

Grafton Town Administrator Evan Brassard said dispatchers in all four communities would be guaranteed an interview, but no guarantee for a position with the regional center.

Shannon Casey, a Hopkinton dispatcher, was one of a handful of individuals who spoke during public comment on Jan. 24 and raised concerns about the proposed center.

“It’s not going to help the town,” she said. “It’s not going to be better in any sense. Your officers don’t want it, your dispatchers don’t want it, many firefighters don’t want it, despite what you’ve been told, and most of the residents don’t want it, and they’ve expressed that. So as you guys representing the residents in the town, I just hope you guys consider that when you’re making a decision.”

If communities opt for

local dispatch Should one or more communities decide to keep its dispatch local, the consequences could get expensive.

In addition to replacing its radio equipment, Grafton plans to add a dispatcher in 2025 or 2026 because the town’s population is increasing.

Southborough Fire Chief Steven Achilles said whether or not there’s regionalization, improvements must be made to the current emergency dispatch situation.

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Grafton Grafton’s election will be May 16. Nomination papers are available and must be returned by 5 p.m. March 28. Candidates may withdraw their papers until April 13.

The seats available are: • Select Board (two) – 3-year term • Board of Library Trustees (two) – 3-year term • Planning Board (one) – 3-year term • School Committee (one) – 3-year term • Town Moderator (one) – 3-year term Hudson Hudson’s election will take place May 8. Nomination papers are available and must be returned by March 20.

The seats available are: • Select Board (one) – 3-year term • Moderator (one) – 1-year term • School Committee (two) – 3-year term • Trustees of Benevolent Funds (one) – 3-year term • Municipal Light Board (one) – 3-year term • Park Commission (one) – 3-year term • Board of Health (one) – 3-year term • Library Trustee (one) – 3-year term • Planning Board (one) – 3-year term • Cemetery Commission (one) – 3-year term • Cemetery Commission (one vacancy) – one-year term • Constable (one) – 3-year term • Board of Assessors (one) – 3-year term • Vocational Regional District (one) – 4-year term • School Committee member Northborough Northborough’s election will take place May 9. Nomination papers are available and must be returned by March 14.

The seats available are: • Moderator (one) – 1-year term • Board of Selectmen (two) – 3-year term • Planning Board (two) – 3-year term • Northborough School Committee (two) – 3-year term • N/S Regional School Committee (two) – 3 year term Southborough Southborough’s election is May 9. Nomination papers will be available on Feb. 14.

Shrewsbury Shrewsbury’s election is May 2. Nomination papers are available and must be submitted by March 14.

The seats available are: • Select Board (two) – 3-year term • School Committee (two) – 3-year term • Housing Authority (one) – 5-year term • Trustees of the Public Library (three) – 3-year term There are also several Town Meeting seats up for election. For a full list, visit https://shrewsburyma.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=7193.

Westborough Westborough’s election is March 14, and the last day to register is March 4. Nomination papers have been submitted and certified.

Here’s who on the ballot: School Committee (two) – Paula Mathieu, Jakub Moskal, Sarah Shamsuddin Library Board of Trustees (three) – Debra Cushman (incumbent), Dorothy Mello (incumbent), Michael Karp, Julia Rissmiller Library Board of Trustees (one) – Jeanine Mindrum, Ciaran O’Donnell Moderator (one) – John Arnold (incumbent) Planning Board (one) – Hazel Nourse (Incumbent) Planning Board (one) – John Gelcich Select Board (one) – Ian Johnson (incumbent) Town Clerk (one) – Deborah Ledoux Trustees of Soldiers Memorials (one) – Brian Corcoran (incumbent) Trustees of Soldiers Memorials – Non Veteran (one) No nomination papers were pulled for this seat.

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Court rejects injunction for Regal Cinemas project Regal Cinemas | from page 1

Procurement Act,” according to Reardon.

History The town had solicited a request for proposals (RFP) for the property at 231 Turnpike Road in June 2022. According to Reardon’s order, the RFPs included five criteria on which to evaluate the proposals, such as purchase price and sustainability.

The property currently has a market value of $2.082 million.

Three proposals were returned — Pulte Homes, which wanted to build 108 condo units; Ferris, which proposed developing a “beehive” space for tradespeople and building contractors; and LAX Media, which sought to re-open the property as a cinema.

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on additional water and sewer connections in town, along with the proposed purchase being contingent on obtaining all necessary permits — a process that could take up to two years.

LAX Media’s bid was ultimately accepted by the town based on financial benefits; LAX Media’s cinema would include 10 full-time and 20 part-time employees, plus seasonal employees. It would also generate ticket and meals sales, according to court documents.

“The new cinema would have a comparable impact on the town’s municipal operations and resources as the prior cinema,” according to the order. “The town assessor projected the value of LAX’s use of the property to be $9,329,750, which combined with sales and meals taxes would provide the town with a total tax revenue of $192,507.33 annually.”

In comparison, Ferris Development’s beehive would provide about $101,821 in tax revenue, based on the asses-

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In their proposals, each developer said they had enough cash reserves to purchase the property. Under the criteria of “Ability to Proceed,” Ferris Development had planned to close the sale in October 2022, start construction in January and open in June. LAX Media had no set date, but proposed to spend the first two months after closing to finish design and permitting, followed by construction and opening the theater to the public.

Because it was determined that Ferris Development’s pro-

posal would have a longer permitting period, LAX Media’s bid received a more favorable vote, according to the order.

On the criterion of sustainability, both bids were looked on favorably by the Select Board. Ferris Development proposed solar canopies in the parking lot; donating wetlands protection easements to the town; LED lighting and electric vehicle charging stations.

LAX Media proposed installing energy-efficient refrigeration, hot water, lighting and HVAC systems; EV charging stations; and bicycle parking.

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The decision Ferris Development argued that the “town was obligated to judge all proposals only by the established criteria, and that no rational application of the criteria could have resulted in LAX receiving the highest possible ratings…”

Reardon disagreed, saying that “the legislative body of a city or town has broad discretion in establishing the criteria for a buyer and setting the terms of sale.”

The court acknowledged that both bids were “highly competitive.” However, because Ferris Development’s ability to proceed would take longer, “the board had a rational basis to select LAX over Ferris on this criterion.

“The court therefore concludes that the board’s selection was not arbitrary or capricious or made in bad faith,” said Reardon.

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‘Putt Fore the Library’ mini-golf event scores big Left: Joe Buckley of Mobile Mini Golf sets up the 18th hole

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“This is a great event,” said Kate O’Leary, who brought her three children — Luke, Owen and Grace — to the event on the evening of Feb. 3.

The last time the library held this event was in 2017, and staff said they were excited to bring it back.

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This was the first time that Mobile Mini Golf has done an event like this for the Westborough Public Library.

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The results of that design may come before the Town Meeting in October or the fol-

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This comes after voters rejected the library project in December. Since that Town Meeting vote, the committee has discussed a scope list that was created to prioritize specific projects in the library.

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“It’s not like people have stopped watching TV,” said Roy. “That’s the key takeaway … is we are now in a competitive market. Where before we were the sole provider of linear TV, everyone had to consume television through our linear service.

They’re going to Hulu. They’re going to Netflix. They’re going to Prime, Fubo. The list goes on and on and on.”

However, Roy noted that the internet is shifting to be the “basis for everything.”

According to his numbers, in 2003, SELCO had 3,754 internet subscribers. That has increased to 13,557 in 2023.

Roy discussed the different ways the technology has changed over the years. In November, SELCO Stream was launched. It includes SELCO’s video lineup with an enhanced guide, subscription video on demand, restart TV, catch-up TV, Cloud DVR and smart highlights.

SELCO Stream works on Android TV, FireTV, Apple iOS and Android devices.

“The role of linear TV continues to rapidly evolve. We need to continuously monitor our business model to remain competitive,” said Roy. He continued, “Things are changing. The rinse and repeat of how we’ve operated over

“

It’s not like people have stopped watching TV. That’s the key takeaway … is we are now in a competitive market.

Christopher Roy SELCO General Manager

the past decades is not necessarily the most successful path forward.”

In the future, SELCO plans to offer a more robust WiFi system, and the organization is underway in its efforts to build out fiber to the home. According to Roy’s presentation, nearly 40% of Shrewsbury has the ability to receive an all fiber connection, and SELCO is anticipating the entire town will be able to receive it by 2024.

Fiber is the backbone of all SELCO services, said Roy. SELCO proposed a five-year renewal term for the cable franchise agreement instead of a 10-year term. The agreement would be automatically renewed if there are no changes.

Roy also noted that Shrewsbury Media Connection (SMC)

is primarily funded by a portion of the subscriber revenue.

He noted that SMC’s business model is facing challenges, and the proposal would provide a boost to SMC funding as they explore their options.

“It’s always concerning to me when people stop their cable subscription because of the impact on Shrewsbury Media Connection,” said Select Board member Beth Casavant.

“They’re the backbone of the way we are able to communicate out with the residents.”

People depend on SMC, she said.

“Anything we can do together to make sure that Shrewsbury Media Connection remains viable and able to provide services to the community is important to me,” said Casavant.

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HUDSON

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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 John McCarthy. The owner of the property is JJ McCarthy LLC. The work is located at 2 Fox Road (Map-Parcel 71-1). The proposed project is a paved bus storage area in Buffer Zone to Bordering Vegetated Wetlands. The Public Hearing will be held via remote video conference on February 16, 2023 at 7:00 pm. Please contact the Conservation Commission Office for information on joining the meeting: phelinek@townofhudson.org or 978-562-2948.

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

MIDDLESEX

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INFORMAL PROBATE PUBLICATION NOTICE

Docket No. M123PO365EA Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Middlesex Division Probate and Family Court Estate of: Edwin Abelardo Quispe Navarro Also Known As: Edwin Quispe Date of Death: August 18, 2022 To all persons interested in the above captioned estate, by Petition of Magaly R. Cheng of Framingham, MA. A Will has been admitted to informal probate.

Magaly R, Cheng of Framingham, MA and Juan F. Navarro Cahuana of Marlborough, MA. have been informally appointed as the Personal Representatives of the estate to serve without surety on the bond.

The estate is being administered under informal procedure by the Personal Representative under the Massachusetts Uniform Probate Code without supervision from by the Court. Inventory and accounts are not required to be filed with the Court, but interested parties are entitled to notice regarding the administration from the Personal Representative and can petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate including distribution of assets and expenses of administration. Interested parties are entitled to petition the Court to institute formal proceedings and to obtain orders terminating or restricting the powers of Personal Representatives appointed under informal procedure. A copy of the petition and Will, if any, can be obtained from the Petitioner. ____________________________

INFORMAL PROBATE PUBLICATION NOTICE Docket No. MI22P4138EA Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Middlesex Division Probate and Family Court Estate of: Yvonne M. McAndless Also Known As: Yvonne Marie McAndless Date of Death: June 5, 2022

To all persons interested in the above captioned estate by Petition of Petitioner Lisa M. Robinson of Sudbury, MA and Petitioner Jennifer L. Hartwell of Leicester, MA A Will has been admitted to informal probate.

Lisa M. Robinson of Sudbury, MA and Jennifer L. Hartwell of Leicester, MA have been informally appointed as the Personal Representatives of the estate to serve without surety on the bond.

The estate is being administered under informal procedure by the Personal Representative under the Massachusetts Uniform Probate Code without supervision by the Court. Inventory and accounts are not required to be filed with the Court, but interested parties are entitled to notice regarding the administration from the Personal Representative and can petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including distribution of assets and expenses of administration.

Interested parties are entitled to petition the Court to institute formal proceedings and to obtain orders terminating or restricting the powers of Personal Rep-

resentatives appointed under informal procedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, can be obtained from the Petitioner. ____________________________

INFORMAL PROBATE PUBLICATION NOTICE Docket No. MI23P0381EA Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Middlesex Division Probate and Family Court Estate of: Linda Marie Sullivan Date of Death: October 20, 2022

To all persons interested in the above captioned estate, by Raymond J. Sullivan of Marlborough, MA A Will has been admitted to informal probate.

Raymond J. Sullivan of MArlborough MA. has been informally appointed as the Personal Representatives of the estate to serve without surety on the bond.

The estate is being administered under informal procedure by the Personal Representative under the Massachusetts Uniform Probate Code without supervision from by the Court. Inventory and accounts are not required to be filed with the Court, but interested parties are entitled to notice regarding the administration from the Personal Representative and can petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate including distribution of assets and expenses of administration. Interested parties are entitled to petition the Court to institute formal proceedings and to obtain orders terminating or restricting the powers of Personal Representatives appointed under informal procedure. A copy of the petition and Will, if any, can be obtained from the Petitioner. ____________________________

INFORMAL PROBATE PUBLICATION NOTICE Docket No. MI23P0425EA Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Middlesex Division Probate and Family Court Estate of: Grant A. LaPlant Also Known As: Grant Allen La Plant Date of Death: January 10, 2023

To all persons interested in the above captioned estate by Petition of Petitioner William G. LaPlant of Franklin, MA A Will has been admitted to informal probate.

William G. LaPlant of Franklin, MA has been informally appointed as the Personal Representative of the estate to serve without surety on the bond.

The estate is being administered under informal procedure by the Personal Representative under the Massachusetts Uniform Probate Code without supervision by the Court. Inventory and accounts are not required to be filed with the Court, but interested parties are entitled to notice regarding the administration from the Personal Representative and can petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including distribution of assets and expenses of administration. Interested parties are entitled to petition the Court to institute formal proceedings and to obtain orders terminating or restricting the powers of Personal Representatives appointed under informal procedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, can be obtained from the Petitioner. ____________________________

NORTHBOROUGH ____________________________

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Northborough Zoning Board of Appeals

In accordance with the provisions of MGL Chapter 40A, Section 9, the Northborough Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on Tuesday, February 28, 2023 at 7pm to consider the applications below. Pursuant to Chapter 22 of the Acts of 2022, An Act Relative to Extending Certain COVID-19 Measures Adopted During the State of Emergency, signed into law on July 16, 2022, this meeting of the Northborough Board of Appeals will be conducted via remote participation. No in-person attendance by members of the public will be permitted.

To participate in the public comment portion of this meeting from a PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone or Android device, please click this URL to join: https://townnorthborough-ma-us.zoom.us/j/84075375325 Or join by phone: +1 646 876 9923 Webinar ID: 840 7537 5325 Passcode: 311390 Live Stream link YouTube: https://www.youtube. com/channel/UCRdBrw3HeEAMB_KFKasrgXA To consider the petition of American Sign, Inc. on behalf of TJX Companies for a Variance for a new wall sign and under canopy sign totaling 206.50 square feet, which exceeds the allowable maximum sign area of 100 square feet. The applicable property is located at 9106-9114 Shops Way (Sierra), Map 106, Parcel 7.3, in the Industrial Zoning District.

To consider the petition of Hosokawa Alpine American, Inc. for a Special Permit to extend a non-conforming use and structure relative to the proposed addition of 4,500 square feet of warehouse space and associated improvements for the property lo-

Call 508.366.5500 to advertise your legal notice cated at 455 Whitney Street, Map 15, Parcel 13 in the Industrial Zoning District.

Brad Blanchette, Clerk

SHREWSBURY CONSERVATION COMMISSION John Ostrosky, Chairman ____________________________

2/10/23, 2/17/23 ____________________________

SHREWSBURY ____________________________

LEGAL NOTICE The Shrewsbury Planning Board will hold a public hearing on Thursday, March 2, 2023 at 7:00 PM, in the Bent Presentation Room at Shrewsbury High School, 64 Holden Street, to hear the application of Steve Alvarez, 107 Harrington Farms Way, Shrewsbury MA 01545, for a Special Permit to convert a single family dwelling into a two family; as required by the Town of Shrewsbury Zoning Bylaw, Section IV Table I - Use Regulation Table and Section VII.B.11, as shown on plans entitled, “Plan Showing Proposed Addition,” in one (1) sheet, dated November 4, 2022, prepared by Jarvis Land Survey, Inc., 29 Grafton Circle, Shrewsbury MA, 01545, stamped by, Kevin Jarvis, PLS. The subject property is located at 7 Ira Avenue and consists in whole or in part of Shrewsbury Assessor’s Tax Plate 13, Plot 024000.

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

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PUBLIC HEARING TOWN OF SHREWSBURY CATV LICENSE RENEWAL In accordance with 207 CMR 2.02 Notice of Public Hearing, notice is hereby given of a public hearing on Tuesday, February 28, 2023, at 7:05PM in the Selectmen’s Meeting Room, Richard D. Carney Municipal Office Building, 100 Maple Avenue, Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, for Shrewsbury Electric and Cable Operations (SELCO) request for a CATV License Renewal for the Town of Shrewsbury. The license application to be considered at the hearing constitutes a public record and is available for public inspection at the Shrewsbury Town Manager’s Office, Shrewsbury Town Clerk’s Office, and the SELCO Office, all located at 100 Maple Avenue, Shrewsbury, Massachusetts and is also available at www.shrewsburyma.gov/2023CATV Written comments may be submitted to the Select Board via email to selectboard@shrewsburyma. gov or by mail to Select Board, 100 Maple Avenue, Shrewsbury, MA 01545. Written comments must be received by 2:00pm on Tuesday, February 28, 2023 ____________________________

LEGAL NOTICE

Notice of Hearing - G.L. Chapter 131, s. 40 Notice is hereby given in accordance with the provisions of General Laws, Chapter 131, s. 40, that Sharon Weber & Brian Meacham, 4 Woodchuck Hill Road, Shrewsbury, MA, have filed a Request for Determination of Applicability for the removal of trees at 4 Woodchuck Hill Road.

A public hearing will be held on the above notice at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday Evening, February 21, 2023, in the Selectman’s Room at Shrewsbury Town Hall, 100 Maple Avenue, Shrewsbury, MA 01545.

SHREWSBURY CONSERVATION COMMISSION John Ostrosky, Chairman ____________________________

LEGAL NOTICE

Notice of Hearing - G.L. Chapter 131, s. 40 Notice is hereby given in accordance with the provisions of General Laws, Chapter 131, s. 40, that Plug Power, 968 Albany Shaker Road, Latham, NY, 12110, has filed a Notice of Intent for the for the construction and installation of hydrogen storage and compression system pad and associated tree removal and site work at 42-44 Bowditch Drive.

A public hearing will be held on the above notice at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday Evening, February 21, 2023, in the Selectman’s Room at Shrewsbury Town Hall, 100 Maple Avenue, Shrewsbury, MA 01545.

SHREWSBURY CONSERVATION COMMISSION John Ostrosky, Chairman ____________________________

LEGAL NOTICE

Notice of Hearing - G.L. Chapter 131, s. 40 Notice is hereby given in accordance with the provisions of General Laws, Chapter 131, s. 40, that Dominick J. Esposito III, 128 South Quinsigamond Avenue, Shrewsbury, MA, has filed a Request for Determination of Applicability for the removal of trees and stumps at 128 South Quinsigamond Avenue.

A public hearing will be held on the above notice at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday Evening, February 21, 2023, in the Selectman’s Room at Shrewsbury Town Hall, 100 Maple Avenue, Shrewsbury, MA 01545.

LEGAL NOTICE

Notice of Hearing - G.L. Chapter 131, s. 40 Notice is hereby given in accordance with the provisions of General Laws, Chapter 131, s. 40, that the United States Department of Labor, 2101 Wilson Blvd., Suite 400, Arlington VA, has filed a Notice of Intent for the construction of a driveway, parking lot, and stormwater management system to serve the Grafton Job Corps Center at 100 Pine Street, Grafton.

A public hearing will be held on the above notice at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday Evening, February 21, 2023, in the Selectman’s Room at Shrewsbury Town Hall, 100 Maple Avenue, Shrewsbury, MA 01545.

SHREWSBURY CONSERVATION COMMISSION John Ostrosky, Chairman ____________________________

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, March 2, 2023 at 7:00 PM in the Bent Presentation Room at Shrewsbury High School, 64 Holden Street, Shrewsbury, Massachusetts regarding proposed amendments to the Shrewsbury Zoning Bylaw, as follows:

ARTICLE

To see if the Town will vote to amend the Zoning Bylaw of the Town of Shrewsbury, Section II – Definitions and Section VI – Table I, by inserting a definition for “Adult Day Health” and adding said use to Table I, or take any other action in relation thereto.

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of United States Department of Labor, 2102 Wilson Blvd., Suite 400, Arlington, VA, 22201, for Site Plan Approval; to improve site access and provide additional parking for the site; as required by the Town of Shrewsbury Zoning Bylaw, Section VII.F.3, as shown on plans entitled, “Parking and Access Improvements,” in nine (9) sheets, dated November 2, 2022, prepared by Land Planning, Inc., 214 Worcester Street, Grafton, MA 01536 stamped by Norman G. Hill, P.E. The subject property is located at 295 Green Street and consists in whole or in part of Shrewsbury Assessor’s Tax Plate 55, Plot 0090000.

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

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SOUTHBOROUGH ____________________________

LEGAL NOTICE 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 March 1, 2023 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 February 15, 2023 at 9 am, vehicles can be viewed at http:// sta.ibidsmart.com.

To see if the Town will vote to amend the Zoning Bylaw of the Town of Shrewsbury, Section VI – Table I (Footnotes for Table I:), by removing Footnote 26 or take any other action in relation thereto.

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.

SHREWSBURY PLANNING BOARD

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Steven C. Boulay, Chairman Stephan M. Rodolakis, Vice Chairman Joseph A. Thomas, Jr., Clerk Timothy M. Jarry Purnachander Rao ____________________________

TOWN OF SHREWSBURY ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS PUBLIC HEARINGS RICHARD D. CARNEY MUNICIPAL OFFICE BUILDING 100 MAPLE AVENUE SHREWSBURY, MA February 27, 2023 6:30 PM

To hear the appeal of Chris and Rachel Morrison, 245 Maple Ave, Shrewsbury MA for Special Permit to the Shrewsbury Zoning Bylaw Section IV to construct an addition with a nonconforming front yard setback on a pre-existing nonconforming dwelling upon property located at 245 Maple Ave in the Residence B-2 district. The subject premise is described on the Shrewsbury Assessor’s Tax Plate 27 Plot 026000.

February 27, 2023 6:30 PM

To hear the appeal of CMSR Services, 482 Southbridge St Suite 268, Auburn MA for Special Permit to the Shrewsbury Zoning Bylaw Section IV to construct an addition with a nonconforming front yard setback on a pre-existing nonconforming dwelling upon property located at 405 Boylston Street in the Rural B district. The subject premise is described on the Shrewsbury Assessor’s Tax Plate 04 Plot 006000.

February 27, 2023 6:30 PM

To hear the appeal of George P. Kiritsy, 294 West Boylston Street, West Boylston MA for Variance to the Shrewsbury Zoning Bylaw Section IV.B and Section VII – Table II to construct a porch with a nonconforming front yard setback upon property located at 27 Bay View Drive in the Residence B-2 district. The subject premise is described on the Shrewsbury Assessor’s Tax Plate 57 Plot 025000.

February 27, 2023 6:30 PM

To hear the appeal of Taylor Perkins, 19 Oakland Ave, Shrewsbury MA, for a Variance to the Shrewsbury Zoning Bylaw Section VI – Table II, Section VII, and Section VII.D to allow for the use of the existing structure as a two-family dwelling with non-conforming frontage, setbacks, lot area, and parking requirements upon property located at 19 Oakland Ave in the Rural B District. The subject premise is described on the Shrewsbury Assessor’s Tax Plate 19 Plot 149000.

Peter C. Mulcahy, Clerk

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LEGAL NOTICE

The Shrewsbury Planning Board will hold a public hearing on Thursday, March 2, 2023 at 7:00 PM, in the Bent Presentation Room at Shrewsbury High School, 64 Holden Street, to hear the application

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INFORMAL PROBATE PUBLICATION NOTICE

Docket No. WO22P4472EA Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Worcester Division Probate and Family Court Estate of: Staffan P. Oberg Also Known As: Staffan Per Einar Oberg Date of Death: November 7, 2022 To all persons interested in the above captioned estate by Petition of Petitioner John Sturrock of Westford, MA. A Will has been admitted to informal probate.

John Sturrock of Westford, MA has been informally appointed as the Personal Representative of the estate to serve without surety on the bond.

The estate is being administered under informal procedure by the Personal Representative under the Massachusetts Uniform Probate Code without supervision by the Court. Inventory and accounts are not required to be filed with the Court, but interested parties are entitled to notice regarding the administration from the Personal Representative and can petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including distribution of assets and expenses of administration. Interested parties are entitled to petition the Court to institute formal proceedings and to obtain orders terminating or restricting the powers of Personal Representatives appointed under informal procedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, can be obtained from the Petitioner.

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POLICE

Marlborough man faces drug distribution charges

By Laura Hayes and Maureen Sullivan MARLBOROUGH – A Marlborough resident faces several drugrelated charges after he was arrested at his home by Milford police on Jan 27.

Joel Santiago-Galve, 44, who was also known as “Primo,” has been charged with distribution of a class B substance, possession to distribute cocaine, possession to distribute a class A substance, conspiracy to violate drug law, possession of a class A substance and possession of a class B substance.

According to the statement of facts filed in Milford District Court, Milford police began investigating four overdoses the week of Jan. 26 — one of which was fatal. Two of the people who overdosed were in the Intensive Care Unit at the Milford Regional Medical Center.

One of the victims told police

that he purchased a bag of cocaine for $100 from a man he knew as “Primo,” according to court documents.

The victim told police that his discharge paperwork indicated that the cocaine also contained fentanyl and benzodiazepine.

“This mixture of drugs caused this male subject and his associates to overdose and become hospitalized,” police wrote.

According to court documents, police gave the victim $100 to make a purchase of cocaine. Police wrote that the victim was kept under surveillance, and they saw him meet with “Primo.” After they met, the victim gave police the drugs, which officers wrote were paged in a manner known to Milford detectives to be consistent in color and texture as cocaine/ fentanyl.

Officers reportedly pulled over the suspect on Prospect Street, and “Primo” was later identified as Santiago-Galve.

mitted to receiving, possessing and distributing cocaine in Milford and surrounding towns.

At about this time, detectives responded to a report of a man not breathing at a residence on Grove Street, according to court documents. Two others had also consumed the cocaine, and all three were transported to a hospital for an overdose. Santiago-Galve allegedly told police that he had

distributed cocaine to a man who lived on Grove Street.

A man at the hospital reportedly confirmed to police that Santiago-Galve was the one to have distributed the cocaine/ fentanyl.

Santiago-Galve was arraigned on Jan. 30 in Milford District Court. His bail was set at $500,000 surety or $50,000 cash.

Four people arrested in sex sting

Northborough resident faces charges

Between the controlled buy and the traffic stop, police found two bags containing a hard white substance that investigators believed to be cocaine/fentanyl in Santiago-Galve’s sock along with $675. According to officers, each bag weighed about 1.5 grams.

Santiago-Galve was transported to the Milford Police Department. During his interview, police said Santiago-Galve ad-

By Laura Hayes Managing Editor

SOUTHBOROUGH – Four people are facing charges after law enforcement posed on escort services online.

Newash Ghishing, 23, of Worcester; Joshua Young, 47, of Hudson; Bryan Anderson, 35, of Marlborough; and a fourth man have all been charged with sexual conduct for a fee.

According to the statement of probable cause filed in Westborough District Court against Ghishing, the Southborough, Westborough and Northborough police departments along with the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office and Massachusetts State Police conducted what was described as a mission to reduce the demand of commercial sexual exploitation on Feb. 1.

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Saturday, Jan. 21 12:48 p.m. Arrested, Lisa Rae Vanslooten, 56, of 125 Pleasant St., Ashland, for possess open container of alcohol in MV, OUI-liquor or .08% 2nd offense, negligent operation of motor vehicle.

According to court documents, police posed as escorts online, and a Southborough hotel was used for the operation.

In a press release, Southborough police said the four individuals responded to the advertisement and were arrested and charged when they arrived at the hotel.

In Ghishing’s case, he allegedly texted a number and made an agreement for a “quick visit” for $150.

According to court documents, Ghishing arrived at the hotel at about 3:35 p.m. and was taken into custody when he knocked on the door. Police wrote that Ghishing had $10 on his person.

Southborough police said the four were scheduled for arraignment in Westborough District Court on Feb. 2.

Sunday, Jan. 22 1:35 a.m. Arrested, Randinely Rodrigues Botleho, 26, of 208 Walnut St., Apt. 4, Clinton, for OUI-liquor or .08%, negligent operation of motor vehicle, speeding, marked lanes violation, unlicensed operation of MV. 1:40 p.m. Arrested, Ethan Dion Nater, 22, of 5 Brewster Rd., Apt. 1, Framingham, on straight warrant.

Tuesday, Jan. 24 12:46 a.m. Arrested, Ernesto Alejandro Nichols-Munoz, 27, of 59 School St., Apt. B-11, Northborough, on straight warrant.

Thursday, Jan. 26 9:47 p.m. Arrested, Julie Marie Stewart, 39, of 16 Hartford W Ave., Mendon, for operate MV with license revoked as HTO, turning right where prohibited (red light), fail to signal, possess Class B drug, possess Class E drug (4 cts).

Northborough

Thursday, Jan. 26 8:19 p.m. Arrested, Danta Anthony Gagnon, 24, of 32 Suffield St., Apt. 3, Worcester, on warrant.

By Laura Hayes Managing Editor NORTHBOROUGH – A Northborough resident faces charges after he allegedly had inappropriate contact with youth athletes while he was the athletic trainer at Lowell High School.

Damon Amato has been arraigned on three counts of indecent assault and battery on persons over the age of 14.

Amato allegedly inappropriately touched two juvenile female athletes while he was working at the high school.

Public Schools of Northborough and Southborough staff told the Community Advocate he had no affiliation with the district.

According to the district attorney, a scheduling conference on the case will be held on Feb. 17.

Friday, Jan. 27 3:37 a.m. Arrested, Acelya Babali, 26, of 788 Willard St., Apt. 311, Quincy, on warrant.

Shrewsbury

Saturday, Jan. 28 3:30 p.m. Arrested, Sharon R. Robertson, 43, of 25 Queen St., Worcester, on warrant.

Monday, Jan. 30 12:30 a.m. Arrested, Chinmay Sharma, 29, of 41 Edward Dr., North Grafton, for OUI liquor, neg operation of MV (operate to endanger).

Tuesday, Jan. 31 7:21 p.m. Arrested, Michael S. Algieri, 43, of 70 Worthington Ave., Shrewsbury, for op MV with license suspended, leave scene of property damage, neg operation of MV (operate to endanger), OUI drugs 3rd offense, use MV without authority 2nd off.

9:22 p.m. Shrewsbury Green Dr. Larceny.

Wednesday, Feb. 1 9:39 p.m. Arrested, Janette Rodriguez, 32, of 31 Queen St., Apt. C2, Worcester, for OUI liquor.

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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 Avey, Barbara of Northborough Bond, Rev. Dr. Louis of South Grafton Burkhardt, Betty-Jane formerly of Shrewsbury Calhoun, Rev. Fr. Ronald former pastor of St. Michael Parish in Hudson Folsom, Robert of Shrewsbury Gonthier, Sr. Rachel Henault, Donna of Grafton LaChance, Lawrence of Grafton Lefevre, Mary of Northborough Lozouski, Terry of Marlborough Lupacchino, Deborah of Southborough Moossa Sr., George of Shrewsbury Moselhy, Mohamed of Shrewsbury O’Connor Sr., Patrick of Grafton Okerberg, Janet of Shrewsbury Perkins, Nancy of Westborough Putelis Jr., Allan of Shrewsbury Sestito, Cynthia of Grafton Seto, Andrew of Southborough Sokolowski, Marion of Shrewsbury Vazquez, Juan of Marlborough

ALLOW TO BE ADDED

Nancy A. Perkins, 66 WESTBOROUGH - Nancy A. Perkins, 66, of Westborough, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, January 28, 2023 after a courageous battle with ALS. Born in Worcester, she was the daughter of the late John and Barbara (Comey) Perkins. She was raised and educated in Westborough and was a proud 1974 graduate of Westborough High School.

She is survived by one brother, John A. Perkins, Jr., and his wife, Ellen, of Westborough, and many cousins and friends.

The Pickering & Son Westborough Funeral Home assisted with arrangements.

Barbara M. Avey, 84 NORTHBOROUGH - Barbara M. Avey, 84 of Northborough and formerly of Marlborough, died on Tuesday, January 24, 2023, at St. Mary’s Healthcare Center in Worcester, MA. Bar-

bara was born in Marlborough, MA, the daughter of the late Joseph and Mildred (Proctor) Avey.

Barbara is survived by her brother, Norman J. Avey and his wife Joanne of Northborough, a niece, Lauren Gatta of Marlborough, a nephew, Ryan Avey and his wife Emily of OH, a great nephew, Matthew Gatta and 2 great nieces, Gianna and Ella Avey.

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

Deborah Lupacchino, 70 SOUTHBOROUGH - Deborah (Mendes) Lupacchino, 70, of Southborough, MA and Naples, FL, died Friday, January 27, 2023, at her home in Southborough. She was the daughter of the late Raymond and Ann (Fusaro) Mendes and the wife of Frank Lupacchino.

In addition to her husband,

she is survived by her two sons, Steven of Brookline, MA, and Michael of Nashua, NH, and her brother, Joe Mendes of New Seabury, MA. She is also survived by her aunt, Eleanor (Mendes) Strong of Huntington Beach, CA, her uncle, Richard Mendes of Flat Rock, NC, and several nieces and nephews.

The Morris-Johnston Funeral Home, Inc. of Southborough assisted with arrangements.

Mary B. Lefevre, 78 NORTHBOROUGH - Mary B. (LeBlanc) Lefevre, 78, of Northborough died Friday January 27, 2023 a t We s t borough Healthcare.

She was the wife of Robert J. Lefevre who died on March 25, 2022.

She was born, raised and educated in Worcester the daughter of the late Alfred and Lillian (Johnson) LeBlanc and was a graduate of Commerce High

School Class of 1963. She was a member of St. Rose of Lima Church and enjoyed traveling, beaches, lighthouses, reading and doing crossword puzzles.

She also loved playing cards and cribbage with her husband and friends.

She leaves her daughter Leah M. Birri and David of New Braintree; a son Darrin R. Lefevre of Northborough; a brother John LeBlanc of Mendon and two sisters, Jean Giles of Shrewsbury and Carol Ann LeBlanc of Framingham; three grandchildren, Cody and Rechelle, Alexandra, Shelby and her husband Seth; a great grandson Stanley, many nephews, nieces and cousins.

She was predeceased by her brother, Alfred LeBlanc and by his great granddaughter Evelyn Mae Birri-Robichaud.

The Collins Funeral Home of Marlborough assisted with arrangements.

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ARHS hockey team honors Northborough man killed in Afghanistan

By Bill Gilman Senior Reporter NORTHBOROUGH – Family and hockey were two of Brian Arsenault’s great loves, and it was fitting that the Algonquin Regional High School boys hockey team’s annual tribute took place on Senior Night.

Before the Titans’ game against North Middlesex at North Star Arena on Feb. 1, Algonquin’s four seniors — Owen Cacciatore, Andrew Hodge, Jack Stiles and Nolan Yusikones — and their parents were recognized for their contributions to the program.

A short time later, Arsenault was honored with a brief ceremony featuring local country singer Mychael David performing “Some Gave All” by Billy Ray Cyrus, which pays tribute to the men and women of the armed services who have died in service to the country.

Arsenault enlisted in the Army after graduating from Algonquin

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in 2004. He was killed in action in Afghanistan 2014, while serving in Company B, 1st Battalion 504th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division.

A memorial to Arsenault, featuring a bronze plaque, was erected at the entrance to the arena four years ago.

Each year since his death, the Algonquin hockey team has honored Arsenault with a game

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dedicated to his memory. For the game, the Titans wear specially designed camouflage jerseys, combining the two uniforms Arsenault took such pride in wearing during his life.

Representing the Arsenault family at this year’s game was his mother, Leslie, and his uncle, Jay Sebastian.

“It’s a wonderful show of support,” said Leslie Arsenault. “He was just like [the current players].

He was a normal child, playing hockey, growing up in town. It was his favorite sport and to see them playing is great.”

Seeing Algonquin families packing the stands in a chilly arena on a frosty winter night brought back warm memories for Arsenault.

“It’s family. Hockey families are our friends. We’re still all friends, no matter what,” she said. “It’s a very fun, family atmosphere. Players, families, cold rinks, hot chocolate.”

The annual hockey game isn’t the only way that Arsenault is remembered each year. According to his mother, every time he would be home from the army, one of the first things he did was grab his blades and head to the rink for a skate.

With that in mind, each year, on the Wednesday before Thanksgiving, Arsenault’s high school friends, family members and others gather at North Star Arena for a skate. Leslie Arse-

nault said each year the event has grown.

“It started out with just one rink, but now there are so many people participating, all three rinks are being used,” she said.

“It’s amazing. His buddies and the teams and the players, they all love it.”

Algonquin falls to North Middlesex As for the game itself, Algonquin (9-3-2) suffered a 2-1 upset loss to North Middlesex (5-8-0).

The Titans outshot the Patriots, 30-9, but were stymied by the work of goalie Aaron Scarelli.

Jimmy O’Keefe scored both goals for North Middlesex, which built a 2-0 lead through two periods.

Nate Gulachenski scored 4:24 into the third period for Algonquin to cut the lead in half. Luke Harwich and Dylan Beard had the assists.

The Titans put heavy pressure on Scarelli late but couldn’t net the equalizer.

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SYFS awarded grant for mental health first aid training

By Bill Gilman Senior Reporter SHREWSBURY – Shrewsbury Youth and Family Services (SYFS) has received $250,000 in grant funding from the Federal Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) to expand its mental health first aid training program.

Congressman Jim McGovern (MA-02) made the official announcement Feb. 3, at a press conference at SYFS’ offices on Maple Avenue.

“We love and appreciate the work you do here,” said McGovern. “You’re not only putting people on the right path, you are literally saving lives.”

Also participating in the press conference were SYFS Executive Director Christine Mowry, state Sen. Mike Moore (D-Millbury), state Rep. Hannah Kane (R-Shrewsbury), Chair of the Board of Directors Scott Wyman and members of the SYFS staff.

According to Mowry, the

Congressman Jim McGovern (center), speaks at a press conference at Shrewsbury Youth and Family Services on Feb. 3. McGovern is flanked by state Sen. Mike Moore (left) and state Rep. Hannah Kane.

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funding is part of a 4-year, $500,000 funding commitment from DHHS. Among other things, the grant has provided Mowry with the funds to hire Jammie Glenn as full-time project director for Mental Health Awareness Training and oversee and grow the program.

“This is a newly created position. We’re very excited to have Jammie joining us,” said Mowry.

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SYFS began its mental health first aid training program back in 2015 with federal funding from DHHS. The program provides training for non-mental health professionals to be able to identify potential mental health issues in the people they interact with and help them learn how to interact with this group of people in a healthy, supportive way.

In 2019, SYFC began getting

funding from the state for the program, which allowed the organization to expand the training statewide. Primarily, the training is geared toward teachers. However, slight modifications to the program have made it an effective training tool for anyone dealing with the public.

According to Mowry, SYFS has trained more than 6,000 people since the program be-

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“We find this program to be so deeply impactful, because it really teaches laypeople, who are not mental health professionals, how to identify and intervene with a young person or an adult who might be showing symptoms of a mental health challenge,” said Mowry.

Mowry had originally written the grant request back in 2020. It was approved, but funding distribution had been delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The initial $250,000 will fund the first two years of the grant. The grant will then need to be renewed with $125,000 in 2025 and 2026.

She said she expects SYFS will now be able to train more than 1,000 people per year.

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MARLBOROUGH – In a battle between two well-matched teams at Navin Arena on Feb. 1, the Marlborough boys hockey team defeated the Westborough Rangers by a score of 4-1.

The score remained close for much of the game. Teddy Miller’s goal gave Westborough an early lead, but after a goal by Marlborough’s Thomas Cashman late in the first period, the game was tied 1-1.

The game remained even until late in the second period when Marlborough’s Sam Hamann scored. Colin Glynn scored twice for Marlborough

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On senior night, Hudson basketball takes care of business against Littleton Miles Blaine looks to make a basket while being defended by Caleb Luz.

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By Evan Walsh Reporter HUDSON – On senior night at Hudson High School, the boys basketball team secured a 6940 victory over Littleton.

Hudson’s Jake Attaway led the Hawks in scoring with 15 points, while teammate Caleb Luz scored 11 points.

Head Coach Mike Notaro said he thought the game went “very well.”

“I’m very pleased with everybody,” he said. “It was a great team effort… we needed a bounce-back game like this.”

Notaro also recognized the seniors that contributed to the win.

“All the seniors — [Ryan] Moreira, [Jackson] Stuhr, [Ryan] Yates, [Kyle] Areias — played well tonight… it’s nice to have a senior night that ends like this,”

he said.

Evan Manno led the Littleton Tigers in scoring with 12 points.

Littleton Head Coach Mike Foustoukos complimented the Hudson team.

“I thought they played really well,” he said. “They executed their stuff well.”

The win improves Hudson’s record to 10-5, including five wins in their last six games.

The Hawks will be on the road for the remainder of the regular season, including games against Maynard, Hopedale, and Lunenburg.

Notaro said the team was looking forward to their match against Maynard on Tuesday after the Community Advocate goes to press.

“It’s going to be a dogfight.

But we beat them here [in Hudson], so we can beat them [in Maynard] too,” he said.

in the final six minutes to lead the Panthers to victory.

“I thought we got off to a little bit of a slow start,” said Marlborough Head Coach Mike O’Brien, “but the second and

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O’Brien also mentioned goaltender Roman Belli, who

made his first varsity start against the Rangers.

“He played really well for us tonight, so congratulations to him, that was a good effort by him tonight,” O’Brien said.

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