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Fireworks between DPW, Board of Health over water system

By Paul Hopkins Reporter

HUDSON – The Hudson Board of Health is asking to be included as the town’s Department of Public Works addresses administrative concerns brought by the state about Hudson’s water system.

But that discussion turned testy as a town leader asked why the Board of Health felt it could hold the DPW chief accountable. Select Board Vice Chair Judy Congdon rose in defense of DPW Director Eric Ryder, accusing the Board of Health of “disparaging” him because he could not attend an earlier meeting.

Congdon also chastised the Board of Health for a public communication that accused the Select Board of not being responsive regarding the water report.

The Department of Environmental Protection issued a report earlier this year identifying a number of violations and concerns, none of which had to do with water quality. They were deemed “administrative” in nature at the time, and Ryder says they are being addressed.

Ryder and Congdon both stressed — again — that Hudson’s water supply is safe to drink.

But the debate continued, with Health Board Chair Matthew Gallen arguing that his board has a responsibility to respond to the DEP report.

Attorney Mike Hugo with the Massachusetts Association of Health Boards said that, under law, boards of health must protect people from

Hudson resident honors sister, friend in boxing match for cancer

By Shealagh Sullivan Reporter

HUDSON — Next month, Hudson resident Jackie Griffin will be fighting for a cure for cancer — literally.

Along with 25 other New Englanders, Griffin will be participating in the annual Haymakers for Hope Belles of the Brawl charity boxing event. Haymakers for Hope has raised over $35 million for cancer research, awareness, survivorship, and care since it was founded in 2011. Griffin, a professor of mechanical and industrial engineering at Northeastern University, has been taking boxing classes since 2018. It started as a sustainable form of exercise and stress relief, but now it’s taking on a new meaning.

In 2023, Griffin’s sister Emily Setteducato died from acute myeloid leukemia (AML) at 29. Just a year later, Marilyn Minus, a close friend of Griffin’s, died after a battle with cancer at 46. Griffin said she watched both Setteducato and Minus fight cancer firsthand. Their relent-

Marlborough welcomes new lab for sustainable materials

By Shealagh Sullivan Reporter

MARLBOROUGH — Loop CO2 Inc. opened its new lab on Cedar Hill Street on Sept. 17, ushering Marlborough deeper into the Mas-

sachusetts biotechnology landscape. Loop CO2 is a startup company focused on sustainability through CO₂-based polymers. The polymers can be made into materials used to make BPA-free epoxies, biodegradable polyesters, and more.

Jackie Griffin is ready to fight for a cure for cancer. (Photo/Courtesy)

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Dear Editor, I noted with interest the letter from Mark A. Vital (9/12/25) describing his concerns regarding the notable decline of patriotic displays during Marlborough’s recent Labor Day celebrations. I share this concern and would like to respond but frame the issue in a different manner.

When I see an American flag now, it doesn’t evoke the iconic image of the Stars and Stripes planted firmly in the sands of Omaha Beach or unfurled defiantly over Mount Suribachi as a symbol of America’s inherent moral superiority. What I see now is the registered trademark of a globe spanning Empire, an obsession to dominate the planet and subjugate its inhabitants to its own dictates. Whether it be in Korea, Vietnam, Iraq, Libya, Afghanistan, Yemen, Syria, Somalia, Iran, Gaza, Russia by proxy or perhaps soon to be Venezuela, America has set the world ablaze to secure its role as the lone global hegemon. The Empire’s warmongering costs us trillions of borrowed treasure each year at a time where children go to bed hungry, families go bankrupt due to illness, people live under bridges, I could go on.

For these reasons, I take excep-

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tion to the notion that we must teach our young to take pride in their country. In contrast, I believe we’re best served by collectively removing our blinders and acknowledging what we have become so that pride in country might someday be the inevitable result of a country cleansed of its militarism and democratically constrained to focus on the needs of our nation.

Furthermore, I believe we best honor the sacrifices of our veterans not by waving a flag but by demanding that they never be put in harms way absent any widely acknowledged national security threat. I believe these to be the values that make our country strong, that elicit pride and provide a sense of national identity and respect for our institutions. America has always been a promise, an ideal and we’ve always struggled often violently to be that ‘shining light on the hill’. Hopefully, there’s still time and we can change and we can do better so that future Labor Day celebrations will once again be awash in flags that are being proudly displayed especially among children but by the old as well.

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Fireworks between DPW, Board of Health over water system

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“sources of filth and causes of sickness.” He backed the health board, saying under the circumstances it “really has an obligation to make sure those specifically cited shortcomings are not causing any kind of disease.” He said health board actions might include public hearings or having a department head “come in and

explain.”

Gallen said “our biggest ask is that you keep us updated as progress is made,” even if just by email.

Market Basket loses on recycling exemption

The board denied a request from Market Basket, which sought an exemption from Hudson‘s recently passed by-

law banning certain types of non-recyclable plastics. Market Basket argued that its meat department, in particular, is below the 10,000 square foot limit in the bylaw and needs an exemption to avoid price hikes for some products. Justin Bodington, regional supervisor, said in a letter to the board the grocery store had already instituted changes to eliminate

some plastics.

Board members weren’t buying it. Health Director Lauren Antonelli said “at least 11 other communities in Massachusetts have non-recyclable bylaws similar to ours” and have Market Basket stores. The board voted unanimously to deny the exemption.

A representative from Green Hudson said Market Basket

indicated in its letter that “it was just a cost issue.” He added Green Hudson is happy to help businesses find cost-effective alternatives.

The ban prohibits food and retail establishments from using or distributing a variety of polystyrene and nonrecyclable plastic items. The bylaw was passed last May by Town Meeting and is effective Jan. 2, 2026.

Fall Festival

A legacy of building strong foundations: Hudson’s S&F Concrete celebrates 60 years

By Evan Walsh Managing Editor

HUDSON – Sixty years ago, Tony and Joe Frias immigrated to Hudson from the Azores. They worked their way through construction, going across the U.S. to Chicago, then to Connecticut, and then back to their adopted hometown in Massachusetts.

With a friend, they started S&F Concrete Contractors, focusing on providing quality service, building trusting relationships, and putting people before profit. An all-around excellent company – and still based in Hudson – S&F Concrete became an industry leader.

“It just grew and grew and grew,” said Rodney Frias, Tony’s son and the company’s current president.

On Sept. 20, it was time to celebrate. As many as 1,000 people – employees, families, partners, and community members – gathered at the Hud -

son Portuguese Club to honor the company’s six decades of growth and contributions to the community. With more food than one can imagine, party games, drinks, children’s activities, food trucks, and much more, it truly was an afternoon 60 years in the making.

“Just having everybody around, seeing all the kids and families here, it’s what life is about. When you can see this, you’re doing something right,” said Rodney Frias. “We’re lucky to have a great team here at S&F. We’re a union company, and a lot of the guys don’t get to see each other all the time. This brings everyone together. You get to see all the guys you work with.”

It’s no accident that the company has stood the test of time. The company’s strong morals and founding principle has allowed it to pour concrete at Gillette Stadium, South Station, TD Garden, the Boston Convention Center, Rowes Wharf, Encore

Boston Harbor, and plenty of other landmarks.

“It’s not about the apple, it’s about the orchard,” said Rodney Frias. “It’s not about making money on one job, it’s about building a relationship so they feel comfortable and they trust you. We give back to the com munities we work in. If you buy into that, you’ll do well.”

In an industry where founda tions are everything, S&F might have the best of them all.

“Sixty years is just incredible. It shows goodwill goes a long way,” said Rodney Frias.

S&F Concrete does formwork, flatwork, specialty floors, architectural concrete, and has some of the most hightech concrete pumps in the nation. For more information, visit https://s-f-concrete.com/ or call 1-978-562-3495. Rodney Frias would like to extend a special thanks to his father, Tony; his mother, Manuela; his uncle, Joe; and his aunt, Joanne.

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Voices Carry: Why Silence Is Sometimes Golden at Showings

By Jennifer Juliano

When a property comes up for sale that interests you, of course your excitement is high. Consider it an invitation to be in the owner’s home and treat it as such. Best practice is simple: be courteous. Beyond good manners, there are legal and strategic reasons to keep comments measured or saved for later.

Smart Homes, Legal Risks

No matter where we are today, simply assume we’re being heard, or at least viewed. Doorbells, nanny cams, and security systems are common; many sellers leave them running during showings without a second or ill-meant thought. Massachusetts law makes this particularly important.

The Massachusetts Wiretap Act (M.G.L. c. 272, § 99) makes it illegal to secretly record oral communications without the consent of all parties. Massachusetts is a two-party consent state, so recording buyer/contractor/ agent conversations without notice may create issues.

Video vs. Audio

Silent video is different. Homeowners often use video security, but they should avoid spaces like bathrooms. Massachusetts legal guides caution sellers to disable audio and disclose any video surveillance. Buyers, contractors, and agents should assume cameras may be active even if they’re not visible or disclosed. As with anything, just because someone “should” do something (or not), doesn’t mean they do/don’t, and its often without bad intentions.

Why Silence Helps Buyers

1. Protection. If an owner records illegally and it’s discovered somehow, that’s their issue, but it doesn’t change your words.

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2. Negotiations: Saying you’ll “do anything to win” can weaken your bargaining chips. Conversely, disparaging or offhand remarks can make things go south fast. Better to regroup with your agent well outside of the house; some cameras can pick up quite a distance, so a driveway may not even be the best idea.

3. Fair-housing: Offhand comments about neighborhoods, the listing agent or residents can be misconstrued. Too many focus on “sound bite society” and not hearing full context. Neutral, property-focused observations are best.

4. Courtesy. Sellers often spend time and money preparing their home. Some can’t for various reasons. Respectful comments or none at all helps keep the tone positive. Would you say the same things if the homeowner were there?

Practical Tips:

• Houses Without Cameras: Sure, many do, yet many don’t either. Same approach: you’re still in someone’shome, vacant or not. Maybe a relative is home during an innocuous, mid-transaction room measuring session. You don’t know what sound carries in a house or if they can hear you, intentionally or not. I recently experienced this where a family member inadvertently heard part of a conversation about the house between the buyer, buyer agent, and contractor that upset them. Although the others insisted they didn’t say anything bad, by then, it didn’t matter and left an impression.

• Treat cameras as active. You won’t know in real time if sellers are complying. Don’t be paranoid, either; you’re in someone else’s home, after all, simply be polite.

• Disclose and disable audio. Simply post notice and avoid audio recording altogether. Many listing agreements ask about systems, and our local MLSPIN has an entry for it that your buyer agent sees in advance.

• Use Common Sense: If you see a camera bell at the door, above your head, at the driveway, or in the baby’s room, simply be aware of your surroundings. Same applies everywhere today.

• It’s Not About YOU: Homeowners have cameras these days for many reasons, likely none of which have to do with you. Insurance benefits, past experiences, simply peace of mind.

In short, what we say, good or bad, leaves impressions and it lands differently for everyone depending on where they are at that snapshot of time in their lives.

Planning Board greenlights EverRise facilities along Turnpike Road

By Adri Pray Contributing Writer

WESTBOROUGH – The Planning Board unanimously approved plans for the construction of three buildings along Route 9 at its Sept. 2 meeting. The vote came after

months of public hearings that determined the scale and scope of the development.

The plans – submitted on behalf of financial planning firm EverRise –call for two 7,445-squarefoot office buildings and a 3,000-square-foot parking

When will construction stop on the I-495/Mass. Pike interchange? Details here

By Evan Walsh Managing Editor

WESTBOROUGH – Perhaps you’ve seen the construction along the Mass. Pike or Interstate 495. Construction is well underway as the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) reshapes the intersection.

On Sept. 16, MassDOT updated the public on the construction’s progress.

Perhaps the most visible portion of the current construction – a flyover ramp that will take vehicles from Interstate 90 westbound to

Interstate 495 southbound –will be open as soon as this fall, per MassDOT. The ramp’s steel was placed this summer.

Fruit Street – a road that has a bridge over I-495 near the interchange – will be open to two-way traffic this fall, according to MassDOT, and the ramp that will connect Interstate 90 westbound to Interstate 495 northbound will be open in Spring 2026.

The remaining parts of the project are expected to be completed at a later date. Stay tuned to the Community Advocate for details about the construction.

garage at 220 Turnpike Road, an address located near Route 135. One office building will be the new site of EverRise, while the other is expected to be occupied by another business yet to be determined. The garage will fall under EverRise’s purview.

The project had been in front of the Planning Board since April as town officials critiqued McCarty Engineering’s original site plan. The parcel at 220 Turnpike Road was sold by Lyman Realty Trust in 2024 for $2 million, according to the Worcester

County Registry of Deeds. Founded by President James Ball, EverRise is a Westboroughbased wealth management company that provides financial planning services to clients nationwide. The current office is located at 3 Oak Road.

Northborough turning up the heat with first Bollywood concert

By Shealagh Sullivan Reporter

NORTHBOROUGH – Northborough resident Shehla Eledroos has been trying to bring a Bollywood concert to town for years.

This month, she’s making that goal a reality.

Northborough Recreation is set to host the town’s first Bollywood concert on Sept. 27. Local band Spice Level 5 will perform from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. The band describes itself as “Bollywood, amplified — with extra heat,” according to Northborough Recreation Director Allie Lane.

Eledroos approached Lane

with the idea of an outdoor Bollywood concert, and Lane said it just took off from there.

“I’ve been trying to bring more programming for the Indian culture to Northborough, because they’re so underrepresented in recreation and other places,” Lane said. “This is just the beginning.”

According to Eledroos, the band will be playing Bollywood music as well as some popular English songs. “Whoever is coming, please come with your dancing shoes,” Eledroos laughed.

Eledroos has worked to bring Indian culture into Central Massachusetts since she moved to Northborough 28

years ago. She’s brought a henna artist and a halal food truck to Northborough’s summer concerts, and said she’s excited to have a new event to celebrate Indian culture.

“It has been a blessing. I’m very excited. My whole life is to bring diversity everywhere,” Eledroos said. “It’s nice to be a part of history in the making in a town that I lived in more than I lived in my own country.” The event will take place at the Algonquin Regional High School Amphitheater. The rain date is Sept. 28.

The event is free, and attendees are encouraged to bring their own chairs and blankets.

Under Pressure Power Washing introduces HOME+

REGION – Under Pressure Power Washing, based in Hopkinton, has introduced a new program for its customers with a worry-free package called HOME+.

It’s a complete annual maintenance program for your home which includes annual house-washing (soft wash), roof treatments (algae and moss prevention), spring and fall gutter cleanings, exterior window cleanings, deck and porch cleaning, patio and walkway power-washing, annual property walkthroughs, maintenance reports, priority scheduling, and preferred pricing.

Under Pressure also does seasonal home check-ins – including photos and reports while you’re away – and can access trusted home service partners like plumbers, handymen, roofers, and more.

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Hudson Town Meeting sees pushback over police cruisers

By Paul Hopkins Reporter

HUDSON – Special Town Meeting voters in Hudson approved money for a school space utilization study and improvements to the heating and cooling systems at Town Hall. But some voters balked at a proposal to buy three police cruisers to replace aging vehicles.

Money appropriated at the Sept. 15 meeting comes from the stabilization fund, which is expected to be replenished in the spring.

Voters gave the thumbs-up to the Hudson Public Schools for a $100,000 study of district-wide space utilization. The study will look at existing space and how it is impacted by new residential development and enrollment trends.

Superintendent Brian Reagan told the Community Advocate, “During the last two budget cycles, we have had conversations with the School Committee, Select Board, and

Finance Committee about enrollment and its impact on staffing and facility needs.”

“Some of these discussions have touched upon potential cost savings associated with consolidating buildings,” Reagan continued, “as well as the reality that the school administration building at 155 Apsley Street is not a functional space for our needs and requires ADA upgrades and repairs.” He said those repairs were estimated to be over $5 million in a 2017 study of the building.

Temperature control at Town Hall

The town can now proceed with a million-dollar-plus revamp of Town Hall’s aging heating, ventilation, and airconditioning systems. Grant funding and a temporary borrowing order approved at Town Meeting will be used to take most of the burden off old oil-reliant systems which don’t do a good job of keeping Town Hall comfortable.

The temporary borrowing order was needed to get the project going. That borrowing will be canceled out with an expected future appropriation from free cash.

Two 30-ton capacity units will do most of the heating and cooling. Town Hall, built in 1872, has ceiling heights that vary between 10 and 30 feet. New air volume systems will control air flow to keep temperatures more even. Executive Assistant Thomas Gregory says town officials would like to see the building’s grand auditorium turned into a bonafide meeting space. When all is said and done, the HVAC improvements will cost about $1.6 million.

Pushback over new police cruisers

A handful of voters balked at a $233,000 request to replace three police cruisers. Police Chief Richard DiPersio said the department runs a cruiser for about 100,000 miles, “but those aren’t typi-

cal miles you would drive on a private vehicle, they’re hard miles with excessive stopand-go acceleration, deceleration, hard braking, a lot of idle time.” DiPersio said “all those things add to wear and tear on the vehicle.” Select Board Vice Chair Judy Congdon said, “These are emergency vehicles that are used 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.”

When pressed on the use of electric or hybrid vehicles, DiPersio said the department has about a half-dozen hybrid patrol cars but “we’ve had nothing but mechanical issues with those vehicles. They are in and out of the shop constantly.” He added “those have not been a reliable resource.” The one all-electric vehicle is used by a school resource officer.

The voters who moved to delete the expense were eventually voted down.

Free cash coming together

Gregory said free cash for fiscal year 2024 is “nearly

fully reconciled” and FY 2025 is “in progress.” The town has brought in some temporary help to assist. It’s a critical effort to make sure the two years’ worth of free cash can be certified by the state Department of Revenue, clearing it for appropriation at Town Meeting next May. Some of it will be used to level up the stabilization fund, which has been a prime source of “bridge” funding this year.

Voters also approved a change in the start time for town meetings going forward, moving them from 7:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The change is expected to make attendance easier for people who have children.

With just under 100 people checked in for the meeting, Town Moderator Michelle Tousignant worked through the eight-item agenda in less than an hour. She reminded voters that one vacancy remains on the Finance Committee and urged anyone interested to consider it.

Hudson resident honors sister, friend in boxing match for cancer

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less determination has proved to be a motivator for her as she prepares to enter the ring. She will be taking part in Haymakers for Hope the same week that Setteducato would have turned 31.

“I think the two of them really are an inspiration. They were both incredibly tough people,” she said.

Just a few weeks away from the event, Griffin said training has been more than just a physical challenge. She’s done circuits, sparring matches, and drill after drill with her trainer. While the boxing gym she started at closed last year, she hasn’t let that slow her down.

Griffin has trained in her basement, inside a local gym, and even outside in fields. But the mental game has proven to be the toughest challenge.

“You know you’re going to get hit, but you need to overcome and keep on going, and to kind of learn that skill,” Griffin said. “That’s actually

a really nice parallel for what I saw my sister and my friend do.”

Griffin is raising money for Blood Cancer United, formerly known as the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS).

When her sister was battling leukemia, Griffin said the organization had resources to help ease the burden on both patients and their families.

In her fight, Griffin said it’s

about the people she’s lost, but it’s also in honor of all those in her same shoes — those who have watched loved ones battle a disease without knowing how the fight would end.

“Something I really learned is it’s about the patient, but you also see that it truly affects and traumatizes the whole family around it, whether that be financially, emotionally, or

physically,” Griffin said.

She added that amid cuts to federal funding for cancer research, supporting institutions dedicated to providing support and resources is more vital than ever.

“There have been a lot of cuts to some services and to research, and so it’s a particularly important time to be finding ways to give back to institutions and organiza-

2025 Friends of Hudson Senior Center Fall Fair

Join us at the Annual Fall Fair hosted by the Friends of Hudson Senior Center on Nov. 1 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Hudson Senior Center. The event will feature a quilt raffle, basket raffles, gift card raffles, calendar raffles, a $500 Visa gift card raffle, lunch, delicious baked goods, tarot card readings, handmade crafts, and more.

Cash, checks, and Venmo are accepted. Admission is free, and wheelchair-accessible parking is available. The Gift Shop on the second floor will also be open for visitors. Here you will find vintage jewelry, handmade gifts, and an assortment of gently used items.

All proceeds from the Fall Fair will benefit the Friends of the Hudson Senior Center.

tions that are trying to fight cancer and also trying to support those fighting cancer,” she said.

While she is one of 26 people donning gloves next month, Griffin said the fight for a cure doesn’t always have to be so literal. Sometimes, it’s just about being there for those you love.

Whether it’s donating, volunteering, or just talking to others, it all comes down to telling someone’s story. For Griffin, the legacy of her sister and friend is something she carries with her not just into the boxing ring, but throughout her life.

“Share the stories of people fighting cancer,” Griffin said. “I would suggest people find ways to support people fighting cancer in their lives, and also to support the support systems for those people.”

This year’s Haymakers for Hope will be held at MGM Music Hall in Boston on Oct. 9. To donate to Griffin’s campaign, head to https:// tinyurl.com/9uh5rd

Hudson resident Jackie Griffin will be fighting for a cure for cancer — literally. (Photos/Courtesy)

Northborough comes alive for annual Applefest weekend

By Shealagh Sullivan Reporter

NORTHBOROUGH – Northborough’s downtown turned into a hub of fall fun last weekend as crowds flocked to celebrate the 35th annual Applefest.

There was a farmers market on the Town Common, a street fair on Blake Street, a lively parade down Main Street, and plenty of other fun. Local residents flooded the streets, and this year’s festival featured food from local restaurants like Gather Provisions and Tacoborough, a dog show at the Church of the Nativity, and live music at Trinity Church.

Behind the scenes of Applefest’s first brewery

By Shealagh Sullivan Reporter

NORTHBOROUGH – Five years ago, childhood friends Mike Rushford, Brian Goodman, and Eric Martin opened their own brewery in Upton — the first one in town.

On Saturday, Rushford & Sons was at Northborough’s Applefest to serve its local brews. It was the first time alcohol was served at the annual festival. The company poured three varieties of beers, which proved to be crowd favorites: “Bee’s Knees,” a honey blonde ale; “Autumn’s Harvest,” a pumpkin ale; and “Slush,” a hazy IPA.

“Being able to be a part of Applefest is cool, it’s close to home,” Martin told the Community Advocate. “I get to welcome people and enjoy a pint with friends. It’s great.”

Rushford, Goodman, and Martin met when they were 9-year-olds. As adults, they started home brewing together as a hobby about 14 years ago. While the first few batches were swings and misses, Martin said, they quickly learned and improved. Soon after, they had ambitions to take the brewing out of their basements and into the community.

In late 2020, the brewery opened, exclusively offering canned beer. Since then, the business continued to grow, and the trio opened a new location in Holliston last month.

At the “nanobrewery,” Rushford, the head brewer, focuses on fresh and locally sourced

has a motto: “Honor, progress, and tradition.”

Keeping with their mantra, many of the brews are in a classic British style, but they take pride in their range of offerings. Whether you’re a beer enthusiast or not, Martin said it’s common for people to come in and

This trio poured a variety of brews at Applefest.

ingredients. The honey in “Bee’s Knees,” one of its best sellers, is sourced from Holliston. Both locations have a little over 10 brews on tap, plus some canned options.

According to Martin, the trio

find a few different options that they enjoy.

“There’s always the feedback that we get from people where it’s not just one beer that you like in our place, which is really awesome,” Martin said.

Local Real Estate Transactions

Sept. 15 to Sept. 19

Note: This is a list of single-family home sales for the dates specified. Certain transfers may have been omitted due to space constraints. These listings have been sold by a wide variety of local realty firms and not exclusively by Castinetti Realty Group.

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WESTBOROUGH

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20 Nash Street

7 Kings Grant Road

NORTHBOROUGH

25 Hamilton Road

84 School Street

SOUTHBOROUGH

12 Pincone Lane

2 David Henry Gardner Lane

GRAFTON

31 Valley View Drive

MARLBOROUGH

135 Howe Street

14 Boudreau Avenue

65 Farrington Lane

550 Brigham Street

34 Andrews Road

HUDSON

116 Murphy Road

$740,000 Sandip Dasgupta, Soma Dasgupta

$1,180,000 Erin E. Hagen, Christopher R. Hagen

$880,000 Abhay K. Thakur, Yamuna D. Paila

$665,000 Jacob P. Dickie, Bailey Hollis

$400,000 Clifford B. Palmer, Deborah Berberian

$775,000 Edward R. Allen Trust

$1,085,000 Rodney J. Moreland, Valerie Jo Moreland

$1,050,000 Glenn E. McCune, Sheila McCune

$700,000 Harry G. Zingle, Marsha Zingle

$530,000 Patrick J. Heuser, Abigail G. Heuser

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SHREWSBURY THEN NOW

By Michael Perna Jr. History Columnist

SHREWSBURY – The son of George E. Stone and Emma Stone, Alden Cushing Stone was born in Shrewsbury on March 23, 1898.

Young Alden must have learned a great deal about the history of the town from his father, who was a founding member of the Shrewsbury Historical Society. Alden wrote a number of papers on the town’s history, including “Shrewsbury – the First Hundred Years,” “Shrewsbury – the Second Hundred Years” and “Seventy-Five Years of the Shrewsbury Historical Society (1898-1973).”

After his father passed away unexpectedly in 1919, Alden was named Shrewsbury’s town clerk, making him the fifth generation in his family to serve in that particular role.

This appointment came with another unique title – the youngest town clerk in the entire United States. He served as town clerk until 1949.

For many years, the town clerk’s office was in his home – not an office in Town Hall.

Alden would often recall how, when the town started issuing dog licenses each year, a dog named Trilby Perkins would come to visit him at his home along with his owner. Trilby himself was featured on some old postcards used to advertise his owner’s business.

In a 1963 newspaper interview, Stone related how he actually issued himself a marriage license when he married Helen Robbins in 1926. In addition, he issued his own draft registration card when World War II broke out. Alden was known for his white dress shirts, signature bow-ties, and wry sense of humor. He continued his involvement with the Historical Society for the rest of his long life, even appearing in a SELCO television program,

speaking at length about the history of the town.

Alden was indeed a connection to the past of Shrewsbury; he would talk about various events taking place years ago.

One example of his trademark dry humor: When this columnist was approached about serving as the president of the Shrewsbury Historical Society in 1992, I decided to seek Alden’s advice. By this time, his wife had passed away and he was living at a nursing home. I arranged to meet with him on a warm summer’s day – we sat in lawn chairs outside while we talked. I asked for his view of serving as the society’s president. At that particular time, the society was going through a period of transformation from an “older” group of members that seemed to view it as more of a social group to a younger group that was more interested in the historical end of things.

When this columnist asked him if he thought it was a good idea to accept the offer

to become the president, Alden took a few moments before he responded. He said, “Well, are you aware of the potential pitfalls of holding that particular office?” When I answered that I thought I was familiar with the possible issues, he replied

with a knowing grin, “Then I guess you can go ahead ... if you want to!”

Alden Stone, an integral part of Shrewsbury’s modern history, passed away on March 10, 1993, just a few days shy of his 95th birthday.

Alden Cushing Stone was Shrewsbury’s town clerk for 30 years, making him the fifth generation in his family to serve in that role. (Photo/Courtesy)

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Marlborough at a Glance

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By Mary Wenzel Contributing Writer

MARLBOROUGH – For the 23rd year in a row, members of the GFWC Marlborough Junior Woman’s Club delivered appreciation baskets to local first responders on the anniversary of 9/11 as a small way of saying ‘thank you’ for everything they do to keep our community safe.

While 9/11 remains one of the darkest days in our nation’s history, the days that followed were filled with strength, unity, and compassion. Juniors choose to honor that spirit every day by spreading kindness, giving back, and living the words of the Junior Pledge: “By living each day, trying to accomplish something, not merely to exist.”

Marlborough’s Spring Hill Cemetery Ghost Tour will be held Oct. 18, beginning at Union Common. This guided tour of Marlborough’s first cemetery will tell the stories of several interesting and unique people at the sites of their forever resting place.

The first tour will be at 4 p.m., with the second tour at 5:30 p.m. Tours will begin at Union Common and go down High Street to the cemetery. Please note that this will include some challenging walking terrain at times, proper footwear and preparation is

suggested as accessibility may be difficult for some.

Christy Dustman will present a “Hands-On Pruning Demonstration” at the Oct. 8 meeting of the Marlborough Garden Club. At this time, she will demonstrate her techniques and offer her view of thinking first and cutting later. The meeting will be held in the Grice Community Room at the Marlborough Public Library at 7 p.m., with refreshments at 6:30 p.m. All meetings are open to the public.

The Marlborough Sons and Daughters of Italy Lodge #240 is having a Chicken Barbecue on Sept. 27 from noon to 4 p.m. It will be held at the Marlborough Fish & Game Club in Marlborough. Tickets are $25 for adults. A cash bar will be available. For tickets, call 508-380-9267. Proceeds will help support the Lodge’s scholarship and charitable endeavors.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY

Oct. 1 Ken Blomquist

Oct. 2 – Christine Bastien

Oct. 4 – Mike Christo

Oct. 5 – Fred Brewitt and Laura Miller

Oct. 7 – Rosemary Boniface, Sheila Shea, and Robert Katz

Oct. 9 – Sue Blanchard

Oct. 10 Cathy Miola

Oct. 12 Mark Cappadona

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY

Oct. 3 Dave and Sue Williams, Jim and Loretta Rizza, and Kim and Tim Beauchemin

Oct. 7 Larry and Mary Wenzel

Oct. 10 Bob and Phyllis Flanagan

Oct. 10 Kathy and Jeff Klofft

For the 23rd year in a row, members of the GFWC Marlborough Junior Woman’s Club delivered appreciation baskets to local first responders on the anniversary of 9/11 as a small way of saying ‘thank you’ for everything they do to keep our community safe. (Photo/Courtesy)

Neal Sanders discussed “Gardening is Painless … and Other Lies We Tell Ourselves” at a recent meeting of the Marlborough Garden Club. Neal is the author of mystery books displayed. In photo, from left, are Neal Sanders, Pam Floridia, Shawna Avey, and Heather Robb. (Photo/Mary Wenzel)

Marlborough welcomes new lab for sustainable materials

“We use carbon dioxide to make materials that can be used in daily life. At the end of its life, it can be reused again without fossil fuels,” said Aone Wang, CEO of Loop CO2. “We can generate the plastic from the carbon dioxide.”

Wang and other company officials were given citations from the Massachusetts State Senate and the city of Marlborough.

“It’s so wonderful to see companies that are working on everything from clean energy to reducing the use of fossil fuels and products,” said State Sen. Jamie Eldridge, who is also the Senate chair of the Clean Energy Caucus.

“Marlborough is an extremely business friendly city. It’s a very welcoming community, I’m very proud to live here as well,” Eldridge added.

Massachusetts is known worldwide as a leader in biotechnology. While the Boston and Cambridge areas are known for being hubs of innovation, city and state officials say com-

panies like Loop CO2 show they aren’t the only places where climate and sustainability technology is being developed.

“We have the reason why Massachusetts continues to be the global leader for climate innovations – because we’re all here today. We’re all invested,” said Catharina Damrell, a program manager at the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center.

While the lab just opened, this is only the beginning of Loop CO2’s plans. According to a release, the company is planning a “build-out of a 300-liter scale-up facility,” which would expand production. The expansion is expected to add 10 new technical and operations jobs in Marlborough.

A HERITAGE BUILT ON INTEGRITY

A rich history – with historic results.

S&F Concrete’s roots trace back to 1965 in New London, Connecticut, when three gentlemen — Jack Santos, Antonio Frias, and Joseph Frias — began a business as cement masons for hire. Three years later, the Frias brothers moved north and incorporated S&F Concrete in Massachusetts. The company has been a Massachusetts fixture ever since.

Working hands-on as cement masons, the Frias brothers took the time to personally train every foreman to produce work that met and exceeded industry standards. Quality construction, a reliable workforce, and a dedicated organization with dependable service are just a few things that have made S&F Concrete Contractors, Corp the largest, most trusted concrete contractor in New England.

Pouring Integrity. With Pride.

Today, S&F Concrete is the 2nd largest specialty concrete contractor in New England. S&F is currently the 16th largest* concrete contractor in the U.S., offering a full range of services including concrete formwork, concrete foundations, high-rise concrete work, concrete repairs, concrete pumping, concrete laserscreed and more.

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State Police crime lab to begin construction in early 2026

By Shealagh Sullivan Reporter

MARLBOROUGH — Five months after state officials selected the city of Marlborough to be the home of a new Massachusetts State Police crime lab, the Healey-Driscoll administration announced the lab is slated to open in 2028.

Construction of the lab, located at 100 Martinangelo Drive, is set to begin in early 2026, according to the administration. The facility is being developed by Greatland Realty Partners.

The lease for the approximately 200,000-square-foot lab has a 20-year term with two 10-year extension options. The project, an investment of about $200 million, will create 300 permanent

full-time jobs. About 250 positions would be relocated from existing jobs elsewhere in the state, and 50 positions would be created.

“We are delighted to welcome this important public safety facility and its employees to Marlborough,” said Marlborough Mayor J. Christian Dumais. “When state and local governments work together, the outcomes are always stronger. I look forward to partnering with both Greatland and state officials to ensure this project delivers meaningful economic, workforce, and community benefits for our city.”

The facility will consolidate the Sudbury and Maynard crime labs into a single location, the administration said.

“Our crime lab profession-

als play a vital role in investigations across Massachusetts. We’re incredibly proud of their behind-the-scenes work and their deep commitment to delivering unbiased, science-based evidence to inform investigations and detect crime patterns,” said Colonel Geoff Noble, the superintendent of the Massachusetts State Police. “This new cutting-edge crime lab will enhance our ability to uphold national standards of forensic excellence, support law enforcement statewide, and provide justice for victims and families.”

— Mike Vital, Councilor, Ward 1

In May, the City Council’s Finance Committee voted to approve a 20-year Tax Increment Financing (TIF) agreement with Greatland Realty Partners.

“I want to stand on my desk and clap,” said Ward 1 Councilor Mike Vital at the time. “We’re the envy of the area.”

It was approved by the full city council on June 9. Greatland will receive an exemption in real estate property taxes – about $754,000 in the first year (fiscal 2029), sliding to about $75,000 (fiscal 2048).

COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

New assistant superintendent was ‘instantly drawn’ to Westborough

By Paul Hopkins Reporter

WESTBOROUGH – Matt

Mehler, the new assistant superintendent for Westborough Public Schools, took the long way to reach town: through the Mariana Islands.

After earning his bachelor’s degree at the University of Delaware, Mehler took a leap and traveled to the Mariana Islands, where he worked for the Saipan International School. “I was teaching, taught fourth grade and pretty much anything else they needed. I taught high school science. It was amazing. There were kids from all over the world, a truly multi-cultural environment.”

But New England called, and he returned to the United States, earning his master’s at Northeastern University and launching himself into the world of teaching. He has since taught in the Boston, Lexington, Bedford,

and Carlisle school systems, working his way to principalships.

During that time, he pursued his doctorate in education leadership. His studies brought him to Westborough at one point, and he was “instantly drawn” to the town.

Now with the district as the assistant superintendent, Mehler hasn’t wasted any time getting to know people and students.

“Relationship-building is

my focus right now — learning and listening. I’m meeting with curriculum coordinators and principals,” Mehler said.

“I am impressed with the professionalism of teachers, staff, curriculum leaders, our principals — just how thoughtful and organized the people and the system are,” Mehler continued. “The level of communication both horizontally and vertically is really impressive and welcoming.”

Mehler says students are at

the center. “People can disagree, but if we make the students central to any sort of decisionmaking, that’s the commonality. If you’re doing what’s right for kids, that’s what schools are all about.”

Like almost every educator today, Mehler is keenly aware of artificial intelligence. “It’s not going away. We’re working on how AI can be leveraged for teaching and learning,” he said.

“Students are using it; we want to make sure that it’s helping their learning. We don’t want students to outsource their critical thinking development to a computer. We want them to know the time and place when it’s appropriate to use AI, and also be cautious and skeptical of the output.”

Mehler said at a recent AI committee meeting, students described their experiences using AI. “They said it’s pretty pervasive in high school, and they felt they were at a competi-

tive disadvantage if they didn’t use it.” He offered this thought: ChatGPT was introduced about the time the current senior class was entering ninth grade — and every class going forward will only know high school with AI as a presence.

Mehler also points to Westborough’s commitment to special education. “What really impressed me is the care, thought, and innovation that is devoted to students with cognitive disabilities” or other special needs. As an example he points to the BORO (Bridging Over to Right Opportunities) adult transition program. The love of education runs deep: Mehler’s parents were both public school educators, and his wife teaches third grade. They have two high school-age sons, one of whom is in the college search phase. An enthusiastic hiker, Mehler has hit trails in more than 30 national parks.

$100,000 donation brings frozen treats, learning opportunities

By Evan Walsh Managing Editor

SHREWSBURY – A generous donation from a local credit union will give the community an easy way to get frozen treats, establish reliable transportation for a local program, and provide dozens of students with invaluable learning opportunities.

Shrewsbury Federal Credit Union, located at 489 Boston Turnpike, recently donated $100,000 to Shrewsbury Public Schools to purchase an ADA-accessible van, freezer, and ice cream cart for the district’s RISE Program.

The RISE (Reaching Independence through Supported Employment) Program seeks to provide special-education students ages 18 to 22 with the skills and experiences they need to be successful members of the local community. The program operates Maple & Main, a retail store that doubles as a place where students can gain vocational skills.

Because RISE students par-

ticipate in off-site internships, the district was looking for a way to obtain reliable transportation. Shrewsbury Federal Credit Union stepped in, but added a twist.

An ice cream cart, able to fit in the back of the van to be transported to venues around Shrewsbury, will offer RISE students yet another opportunity to learn on-the-job skills. The cart, named “Chilled, by Maple & Main,” will appear at a variety of community events and sell frozen treats.

“This is a win-win for the kids. They get to go out in the community and learn vocational skills. The community will embrace it and see what this program is all about,” said Michael Hale, the community relations officer at Shrewsbury Federal Credit Union.

He added: “Credit unions in general are community-focused and nonprofits. They’re about giving back. We don’t have customers, we have members. Our members understand that it’s our mission to provide various missions throughout

our geographic area with funding to help them.”

The investment will help RISE students develop key skills.

“The van will serve our RISE students participating in career exploration opportuni-

ties, including internships, job shadowing, and workforce development-related activities. Additionally, the van will transport students and staff and bring ice cream treats to local events. Our students will engage in learning experiences focused on communication, teamwork, organization, customer service, budgeting, and advertising,” said SPS Assistant Superintendent Meg Belsito.

Shrewsbury Federal Credit Union’s Michael Hale (back-left) stands with RISE students. (Photo/Evan Walsh)

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TOWN OF NORTHBOROUGH SNOW PLOW CONTRACTORS

Town of Northborough DPW seeks plow Contractors for 2025-2026 winter season.

COMPETITIVE RATES. Application require-ments and packets available for pickup at the DPW administrative office, 63 MainStreet, Northborough, MA 01532 or by email at dpw@town.northborough.ma.us

THE PUBLIC SCHOOLS OF NORTHBOROUGH AND SOUTHBOROUGH OFFERS MEALS AT NO COST FOR ALL STUDENTS

The Northborough and Southborough Public Schools participate in the National School Lunch Program and the School Breakfast Program. As part of this program, The Northborough and Southborough Public Schools offers healthy meals every school day. The Commonwealth is supplementing National School Lunch Program funds to ensure all students have access to healthy school meals in Massachusetts, regardless of household income. We ask that families complete a Meal Benefit Application as this provides data for school funding and community resources. The results from each Meal Benefit Application is used to ensure sustainability for this program.

Qualifications for children to receive free or reduced price meals include: belonging to a household whose income is at or below the Federal Income Eligibility Guidelines, belonging to a household that receives public assistance, or if the child is homeless, migrant, runaway, foster, or participates in a Head Start or Even Start pre-K program. Household size and income criteria are used to determine eligibility for free and reduced-price benefits if the household does not receive assistance or the children are not in the other categories mentioned above. Children can get free or reduced-price meals if the household’s gross income falls at or below the limits on the Federal Income Eligibility Guideline chart.

To apply for free or reduced-price meals, house¬holds can fill out the application and return it to the school unless the household has already received notification that their children are approved for free meals this year. Application forms are being distributed to all households with a letter informing households of the availability of free and reduced-price meals for their children and what is required to complete on the application. Applications also are on the Northborough Southborough Schools website, as well as Northborough-Southborough Central Office 53 Parkerville Rd, Southborough, MA.

Only one application is required for all children in the household and the information provided on the appli¬ca¬tion will be used for the purpose of determining eligibility and verification of data. Applications may be verified at any time during the school year by the school or other program officials. An application for free or reduced-price benefits cannot be approved unless it contains complete eligibility information as indicated on the application and instructions. In the operation of child feeding programs, no child will be discriminated against because of race, sex, color, national origin, age, or disability.

Families can apply for benefits at any time. If a household member becomes unemployed or if the household size increases, the household should contact the school. Such changes may make the children of the household eligible for benefits if the household’s income falls at or below the Federal Guidelines. Contact Keith Lavoie at any time to request an application.

Under the provisions of the free and reduced-price policy, Shelia Hanna, Registrar, will review applications and determine eligibility. Parents or guardians dissatisfied with the ruling of the official may wish to discuss the decision with the determining official on an informal basis. Parents wishing to make a formal appeal for a hearing on the decision may make a request either orally or in writing to Gregory Martinteau, Superintendent of Schools, 53 Parkerville Road, Southborough, MA 01772, (508) 351-7010. When known to Public Schools of Northborough and Southborough households will be notified of their children’s eligibility for free meals if they are members of households receiving assistance from the:

• Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP);

• Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR); or

• Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), if the State program meets Federal standards.

An application is not required for free meal benefits for Assistance Program participants and all the children in the household are eligible for free meal benefits. If any children were not listed on the notice of eligibility, or if a household does not receive a notice of eligibility, the household should contact the school to have free meal benefits extended to them. Participants in the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) may be eligible for free or reduced-price meals, but they will need to turn in an application including household size and total income.

When known to Public Schools of Northborough and Southborough households will also be notified of any child’s eligibility for free meals if the individual child is considered

“Other Source Categorically Eligible”, because the child is categorized, as defined by law as:

• Foster

• Homeless,

• Migrant,

• Runaway,

• Enrolled in an eligible Head Start, or

• Enrolled in an eligible pre-kindergarten class.

If any children were not listed on the notice of eligibility, the household should contact the school about their eligibility through the list above, or should submit an income application.

Households notified of their children’s eligibility must contact the school if the household chooses to decline the benefits.

For more information, you may call Keith Lavoie (508) 381-7010 or klavoie@nsboro.k12.ma.us.

COMMUNITY ELIGIBILITY PROVISION

The Northborough Public Schools will be participating in the National School Lunch Program and the School Breakfast Program. As part of this program, Fannie E. Proctor Elementary School will offer healthy meals every school day at NO COST to the students due to the implementation of the Community Eligibility Provision for school year 2025-2026. Students will be able to participate in these meal programs without having to pay a fee or submit a household application.

Non-Discrimination Statement:

In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity.

Program information may be made available in languages other than English. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication to obtain program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language), should contact the responsible state or local agency that administers the program or USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 7202600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339.

To file a program discrimination complaint, a Complainant should complete a Form AD-3027, USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form which can be obtained online at: https:// www.usda.gov/sites/default/files/ documents/USDA-OASCR%20P-Complaint-Form-0508-0002-508-11-2817Fax2Mail.pdf, from any USDA office, by calling (866) 632-9992, or by writing a letter addressed to USDA. The letter must contain the complainant’s name, address, telephone number, and a written description of the alleged discriminatory action in sufficient detail to inform the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights (ASCR) about the nature and date of an alleged civil rights violation. The completed AD-3027 form or letter must be submitted to USDA by:

1. mail:

U.S. Department of Agriculture Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights 1400 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; or

2. fax: (833) 256-1665 or (202) 6907442; or

3. email: program.intake@usda.gov

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

SHREWSBURY

INVITATION FOR BIDS FOR TORY LANE PARTIAL RECONSTRUCTION SEPTEMBER 2025

The Town of Shrewsbury invites sealed bids for Tory Lane Partial Reconstruction roadway improvements. All contractors must submit bids in conformance with this Invitation for Bids and the related documents which shall be available online at https://shrewsburyma.gov/bids and also in the Town Manager’s Office at 100 Maple Avenue in Shrewsbury (phone: 508-841-8508). Town Offices are open Mon, Wed, Thu 8:00 AM-4:30 PM; Tue 8:00 AM-6:30 PM; and Fri 8:00 AM-12:00 PM.

The scope of work is as follows: pulverization, reclamation, and removal of the existing pavement, placing and compacting gravel borrow, and placement of base and top courses of bituminous pavement. Also included in the work is the replacement of two wheel chair ramps.

Work to be performed must be completed within 180 days after execution of the awarded contract.

All Contractors must be pre-qualified through the Massachusetts Department of Transportation with the class of work as PAVEMENT-SURFACING with an estimated value of $156,813.91.

This Invitation for Bids shall be governed by the requirements of MGL Chapter 30, §39M.

Bids will be received in the Town Manager’s Office at 100 Maple Avenue in Shrewsbury, MA until 1:00 PM on October 14, 2025, at which time they will be opened publicly and read aloud.

Bids must be sealed and marked “Tory Lane Partial Reconstruction” with the bidder’s name and address clearly noted.

A bid deposit in the amount of five percent (5%) of the total bid shall accompany the Bid and be made payable to the Town of Shrewsbury.

The Town reserves the right to waive any minor informalities in the bids and to reject any and all bids if it shall be deemed in the best interests of the Town to do so.

TOWN OF SHREWSBURY

Kevin Mizikar

Town Manager

TOWN OF SHREWSBURY

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS HIGHWAY DIVISION

SNOW PLOW CONTRACTORS WANTED

The Town of Shrewsbury Highway Division seeks snow plow contractors for the 2025-2026 winter season. All interested contractors must submit applications in conformance with the “Information for Contractors, Requirements and Specifications for Snow and Ice Removal & Snow Hauling Operations” which shall be available online at https://shrewsburyma.gov/bids and also in the Town Manager’s Office at 100 Maple Avenue in Shrewsbury (phone: 508-841-8508).

Contractors and equipment must be available for the entire winter season on a 24 hour a day basis and will be responsible for plowing specific routes within the Town.

HIGHER RATES AND BONUSES ARE BEING OFFERED THIS SEASON. Hourly rates will be based on the width of the plow and the gross vehicle rating of the equipment furnished.

Applications will be received in the Town Manager’s Office at 100 Maple Avenue in Shrewsbury, MA or via email to jgoodwin@shrewsburyma.gov. If a Contractor and the Town enter into a fully executed contract by 10:00 AM on October 17, 2025, that Contractor will be awarded a sign-on bonus of $1,000 per each piece of equipment they will be using.

This request for Contractors is exempt from typical procurement procedures under M.G.L. Ch. 30B § 1(b)(17).

TOWN OF SHREWSBURY

Kevin J. Mizikar Town Manager

WESTBOROUGH

LEGAL NOTICE BOARD OF APPEALS

WESTBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS

Michael Gincopello, of 16 Hyder Street, Westborough, MA has applied for a Special Permit (G.L. Chapter 40A, Section 9). The Petitioner seeks a Special Permit under the Westborough Zoning Bylaws, (Section 5.2), to demolish their existing garage and construct a new 49’ x 28’ garage addition with room above for a garage storage area and/or any other relief deemed necessary to allow the petition. The lot lacks the required area of 50,000 square feet and the existing front setback is less than 50 feet. The applicant is seeking relief to further encroach the front setback and exceed the allowed gross floor area of 1000 square feet, as per section 5.2.C. The subject property is owned by Michael Gincopello and is located at 16 Hyder Street, identified as Map 13, Parcel 109 on the Assessors’ Maps of the Town of Westborough. The application is available for review on the Town of Westborough, Zoning Board of Appeals webpage: https:// www.town.westborough.ma.us/boardappeals or a paper copy may be requested through the Town Clerk’s Office, 34 West Main Street, Westborough, MA 01581.

The public hearing will be held on October 8th, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. in the Great Hall, Forbes Municipal Building, 45 West Main Street, Westborough, MA at which time you, your agent or attorney may attend to present any support or objection to the above petition.

David Flores, ZBA Clerk Appears September 19th and September 26th, 2025

LEGAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING REQUEST FOR DETERMINATION OF APPLICABILITY WESTBOROUGH, MA

In accordance with the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act, MGL Chapter 131, Section 40, and the Westborough Wetlands Protection Bylaw, the Conservation Commission will conduct a Public Hearing held on Tuesday, October 7, 2025 after 6:30 PM at the Forbes Municipal Building, 3rd Fl meeting room, 45 West Main Street, Westborough, MA, for a Request for Determination of Applicability for 78 Summer St. Ext. (Parcel ID: 27-210-1) submitted by Nareen Gollapudi for removal of existing patio and shed with construction of new patio and fence in existing lawn within jurisdictional resource areas.

LEGAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE OF INTENT WESTBOROUGH, MA

In accordance with the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act, MGL Chapter 131, Section 40, and the Westborough Wetlands Protection Bylaw, the Conservation Commission will conduct a Public Hearing held on Tuesday, October 7, 2025 after 6:30 PM at the Forbes Municipal Building, 3rd Fl meeting room, 45 West Main Street, Westborough, MA, for a Notice of Intent for 134 Milk St. (Parcel ID: 27-11-0) submitted by Allison Wiswell for construction of an addition with a deck and relocation of previously permitted shed and garage within jurisdictional resource areas.

LEGAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING REQUEST FOR DETERMINATION OF APPLICABILITY

LEGAL NOTICES

WESTBOROUGH, MA

In accordance with the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act, MGL Chapter 131, Section 40, and the Westborough Wetlands Protection Bylaw, the Conservation Commission will conduct a Public Hearing held on Tuesday, October 7, 2025 after 6:30 PM at the Forbes Municipal Building, 3rd Fl meeting room, 45 West Main Street, Westborough, MA, for a Request for Determination of Applicability for 21 Coslin Dr. (Parcel ID: 36-10-0) submitted by Atlantic-Coslin Realty II LLC for building demolition followed by limited grading within the building footprint within jurisdictional resource areas.

LEGAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING REQUEST FOR DETERMINATION OF APPLICABILITY

WESTBOROUGH, MA

In accordance with the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act, MGL Chapter 131, Section 40, and the Westborough Wetlands Protection Bylaw, the Conservation Commission will conduct a Public Hearing held on Tuesday, October 7, 2025 after 6:30 PM at the Forbes Municipal Building, 3rd Fl meeting room, 45 West Main Street, Westborough, MA, for a Request for Determination of Applicability for 50 Flanders Rd. (Parcel ID: 29-74-0) submitted by Josiah Rich for determination of jurisdictional resource areas.

HUDSON

TOWN OF HUDSON ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PETITION #ZSP 25-16

Notice is hereby given of a Public Hearing to be held by the Hudson Zoning Board of Appeals on Thursday, October 9, 2025 Pursuant to Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2025 extending the remote meeting provisions of March 12, 2020, Executive Order suspending certain provisions of the Open Meeting Law, this meeting of the Hudson Zoning Board of Appeals will be conducted via remote participation. Specific information for remote participation will be included on the agenda.

At this time the Board of Appeals will hear the request of Brian Adams to obtain a Special Permit to construct a single-family house within the Watershed Protection District on a lot with an average slope exceeding 12% pursuant to Section 6.0 (V) (6) of the Town of Hudson Zoning By-laws and MGL Chapter 40A Section 9. The subject property is located at 35 Shay Road in the R-60 Zoning District , Assessors Map 33 Parcel 30. The Board may consider any action deemed necessary relative to the subject petition.

All petition materials are available for review in the Town Clerk’s Office during regular business hours and can be requested by calling (978) 562-2989 or by sending an email to kjohnson@townofhudson.org.

Antonio Mancini, Jr., Clerk Hudson Zoning Board of Appeals

TOWN OF HUDSON PLANNING BOARD

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PETITION# SPR-25-4

Notice is hereby given of a Public Hearing to be held by the Hudson Planning Board on Tuesday October 21, 2025 at 7:00PM at the Hudson Senior Center, 1st Floor, 29 Church Street, Hudson, MA. At this time the Planning Board will consider the application of 83 Central St LLC for a Site Plan approval pursuant to Section 8.1.7 of the Town of Hudson Zoning By-laws to convert an existing office building to a child care facility at 83 Central Street. The scope of this Site Plan Review will be limited pursuant to the provisions of MGL Chapter 40A Sec-

tion 3. The subject proposer is zoned IA Industrial, Assessors Map 18 parcel 206.

All application materials are available for review on at the Department of Planning and Community Development and the Town Clerk’s Office during regular business hours, and can be requested by calling 978-562-2989 or by sending an email to kjohnson@townofhudson.org.

Hudson Planning Board Robert D’Amelio, Chairman

TOWN OF HUDSON PLANNING BOARD

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PETITION# SPR-25-5

Notice is hereby given of a Public Hearing to be held by the Hudson Planning Board on Tuesday October 21, 2025 at 7:00PM at the Hudson Senior Center, 1st Floor, 29 Church Street, Hudson, MA. At this time the Planning Board will consider the application of 21 Century Concreate for Site Plan Approval pursuant to Section 8.1.7 of the Hudson Zoning By-laws to demolish and reconstruct structures on the property to modernize the existing concrete plant operations. The subject property is located at 556 Main Street, Assessors’ Map 34, parcels 16, 19, 20, and 25. All application materials are available for review on at the Department of Planning and Community Development and the Town Clerk’s Office during regular business hours, and can be requested by calling 978-562-2989 or by sending an email to kjohnson@townofhudson.org.

Hudson Planning Board

Robert D’Amelio, Chairman

MARLBOROUGH

CITY OF MARLBOROUGH CONSERVATION COMMISSION

NOTICE OF INTENT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Notice is hereby given that the Marlborough Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on October 2, 2025, at 7:00 PM at Marlborough City Hall, 140 Main St. City Hall.

Petition: Fort Meadow Commission has applied for a wetland permit to continue the annual drawdown of Ft. Meadow Reservoir for aquatic vegetation control, shoreline maintenance and emergency flood control. They are also requesting a drawdown this year to being on October 15, 2025.

The Notice of Intent was filed under provisions of the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act, G.L. c. 131, §40. Plans and other information will be available in the Conservation Commission office at City Hall Monday thru Friday 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Or by calling 508-460-3768. All interested persons are invited to the public hearing.

Edward Clancy Chairperson

Pandan semèn 13 oktòb 2025 la, Biwo Akizisyon Lang (OLA) Depatman Edikasyon Elemantè ak Segondè (DESE) a pral fè yon revizyon siveyans konsantre sou chak nivo sou Lekòl Piblik Marlborough yo. Biwo Akizisyon Lang lan revize pwogram ELE nan chak distri ak lekòl endepandan chak sis ane pou kontwole konfòmite avèk lwa ak règleman edikasyon elèv k ap aprann angle yo, federal ak leta yo. Domèn revizyon yo pral gen ladan yo evalyasyon elèv k ap aprann angle yo, idantifikasyon elèv k ap aprann angle yo; ki pwogram yo mete elèv k ap aprann angle yo, patisipasyon paran ak kominote a, kourikoulòm ak ansèyman, sèvis sipò elèv yo, egzijans lisans pou pwofesè, anplwaye ak administrasyon, plan pwogram yo, ak evalyasyon ak kenbe dosye.

Anplis vizit sou plas la, kontak ak paran yo se yon pati enpòtan nan pwose-

sis revizyon an. distri a pral voye yon sondaj bay paran elèv ekip revizyon an ap egzamine dosye yo. Sondaj la konsantre sou domèn kle nan pwogram edikasyon pou elèv k ap aprann angle pitit yo a. OLA pral revize rezilta sondaj yo epi y ap kontribye nan rapò siveyans lan.

Paran yo ak lòt moun ka rele Samantha Kodak, Prezidan Biwo Revizyon Akizisyon Lang, nan (781) 338-3561 pou mande yon entèvyou pa telefòn. Si yon moun bezwen yon aranjman, tankou tradiksyon, pou patisipe nan yon entèvyou, DESE ap fè aranjman ki nesesè yo.

Nan apeprè 60 jou ouvrab apre vizit sou plas la, prezidan revizyon an ap bay Lekòl Piblik Malboro yo yon rapò ak enfòmasyon sou domèn kote Lekòl Piblik Marlboro yo satisfè oswa depase egzijans regilasyon yo ak domèn kote Lekòl Piblik Marlborough yo bezwen asistans pou korije oswa amelyore pratik yo. Rapò a ap disponib pou piblik la nan https://www.doe.mass.edu/ele/cpr/.

Durante la semana del 13 de octubre de 2025, la Oficina de Adquisición del Idioma (OLA) del Departamento de Educación Primaria y Secundaria (DESE) llevará a cabo una revisión de monitoreo enfocado por niveles en las escuelas públicas de Marlborough. La Oficina de Adquisición de Idiomas revisa el programa ELE de cada distrito y escuela autónoma cada seis años para supervisar el cumplimiento de las leyes y normativas federales y estatales sobre la educación de los aprendices de inglés. Las áreas de revisión incluirán: identificar y evaluar a los aprendices de inglés, y los programas en los que se inscribe a los aprendices de inglés, la participación de los padres y la comunidad, el plan de estudios y la instrucción, los servicios de apoyo a los estudiantes, los requisitos de certificación para docentes, el personal y la administración, los planes del programa, la evaluación y el mantenimiento de los registros. Además de la visita presencial de OLA, la participación de los padres es una parte importante del proceso de revisión. El distrito enviará una encuesta a los padres de los alumnos cuyos expedientes sean examinados por el equipo de revisión. La encuesta se centrará en áreas clave del programa educativo para los estudiantes aprendices del idioma inglés. Los resultados de la encuesta serán revisados por la Oficina de Adquisición de Idiomas (OLA) y se incluirán en el informe de monitoreo.

Los padres y otras personas interesadas pueden comunicarse con Samantha Kodak, presidenta del Comité de Revisión de la Oficina de Adquisición de Idiomas, al (781) 338-3561 para solicitar una entrevista telefónica. Si alguna persona necesita una adaptación, como servicios de traducción, para participar en la entrevista, DESE se encargará de hacer los arreglos necesarios. Aproximadamente dentro de 60 días hábiles posteriores a la visita presencial, el presidente del Comité de Revisión proporcionará a las Escuelas Públicas de Marlborough un informe que incluirá información sobre las áreas en las que las escuelas cumplen o superan los requisitos reglamentarios, así como aquellas en las que requieren asistencia para corregir o mejorar las prácticas. El informe estará disponible al público en https://www.doe.mass.edu/ele/cpr/.

Durante a semana de 13 de outubro de 2025, o Departamento de Educação Elementar e Secundária (DESE) e o Gabinete de Aquisição de Línguas (OLA) realizarão uma revisão de monitorização focada em níveis das Escolas Públicas de Marlborough. O Escritório de Aquisição de Língua revisa o programa ELE de cada distrito e escola charter a cada seis anos para monitorar a conformidade com as leis e regulamentos federais e estaduais de educação de aprendizes de inglês. As áreas de revisão incluirão avaliações dos apre -

ndizes de inglês, identificação desses aprendizes, programas nos quais eles são colocados, envolvimento dos pais e da comunidade, currículo e instrução, serviços de apoio aos estudantes, requisitos de licenciamento para professores, funcionários e administração, planos do programa e avaliação e manutenção de registros.

Além da visita ao local, o contato com os pais é uma parte importante do processo de revisão. O distrito enviará uma pesquisa aos pais dos estudantes cujos registros serão examinados pela equipe de revisão. A pesquisa se concentra em áreas principais do programa de educação de sua criança que está aprendendo inglês. Os resultados da pesquisa serão analisados pela OLA e contribuirão para o relatório de monitoramento.

Os pais e outras pessoas podem ligar para Samantha Kodak, coordenadora do Gabinete de Revisão da Aquisição da Língua, através do número (781) 338-3561, para solicitar uma entrevista por telefone. Se uma pessoa necessitar de acomodações, tais como tradução, para participar numa entrevista, o DESE tomará as providências necessárias.

No prazo de aproximadamente 60 dias úteis após a visita ao local, o(a) coordenador(a) da comissão de revisão fornecerá às Escolas Públicas de Marlborough um relatório com informações sobre as áreas em que as Escolas Públicas de Marlborough cumprem ou excedem os requisitos regulamentares e as áreas em que as Escolas Públicas de Marlborough necessitam de assistência para corrigir ou melhorar as práticas. O relatório estará disponível ao público em https://www.doe.mass.edu/ele/ cpr/.

During the week of October 13, 2025, the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education’s (DESE’s) Office of Language Acquisition (OLA) will conduct a Tiered Focused Monitoring Review of Marlborough Public Schools. The Office of Language Acquisition reviews each district’s and charter school’s ELE program every six years to monitor compliance with federal and state English learner education laws and regulations. Areas of review will include English learners’ student assessments, identification of English learners; what programs English learners are placed in, parent and community involvement, curriculum and instruction, student support services, licensure requirements for faculty, staff and administration, program plans, and evaluation and recordkeeping.

In addition to the onsite visit, parent outreach is an important part of the review process. The district will send a survey to the parents of students whose records the review team examines. The survey focuses on key areas of their child’s English learner education program. Survey results will be reviewed by OLA and they will contribute to the monitoring report.

Parents and other individuals may call Samantha Kodak, Office of Language Acquisition Review Chairperson, at (781) 338- 3561 to request a telephone interview. If an individual requires an accommodation, such as translation, to participate in an interview, DESE will make the necessary arrangements.

Within approximately 60 business days of the onsite visit, the review chairperson will provide the Marlborough Public Schools with a report with information about areas in which Marlborough Public Schools meets or exceeds regulatory requirements and areas in which the Marlborough Public Schools requires assistance to correct or improve practices. The report will be available to the public at https://www.doe.mass. edu/ele/cpr/.

SOUTHBOROUGH

TED’S OF FAYEVILLE

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 October 22, 2025 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 October 10, 2025 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.

2012 Chrysler Town and Country VIN: 2C4RC1BG5CR278045

Owned by Allan R Da Costa

2006 BMW 525xi VIN : WBANF335X6CS37421

Owned by Sergio Dorlean

2013 Honda CB500 Vin: MLHPC4517D5000677

Owned by Reydner G Oliveira Bagli

2006 Scion xA Vin: JTKKT624465002275

Owned by Carl-Henry Aldonza

2011 Hyundai Sonata VIN: 5NPEB4AC1BH182667

Owned by Candido Rodrigues

2012 Dodge Avenger VIN: 1C3CDZAB8CN232573

Owned by Easy Auto Leasing

2020 Huzhou Daixi Zhenhua Scooter VIN: 137MMJBV6LZ011130

Owned by Saustino Mercado

2006 Honda Odyssey VIN: 5FNRL384X6B058151

Owned by Leonardo D Borges De LIma

This notice has been given under the provisions of G.L. c. 255, Section 39A.

Publication Friday September 26, October 3 and 10, 2025 Community Advocate.

FAMILY & PROBATE LAW

To all persons interested in the above captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner, Allyn M. Phelps, Jr. of Northborough, MA.

A Will has been admitted to informal probate. Allyn M. Phelps, Jr. of Northborough, 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.

COMMUNITY CLASSIFIED

TO G.L. c. 190B, Section 5-304 Docket No. WO25P3282GD, Commonwealth of Massachusetts, The Trial Court, Probate and Family Court, Worcester Pro-

bate and Family Court, 225 Main Street Worcester, MA 01608. In the matter of: Christopher Chanoine Of: Westborough, MA RESPONDENT Alleged Incapacitated Person To the named Respondent and all other interested persons, a petition has been filed by Department of Developmental Serv of Waltham, MA in the above captioned matter alleging that Christopher Chanoine is in need of a Guardian and requesting that James Francois Crangle of Waltham, MA (or some other suitable person) be

appointed as Guardian to serve Without Surety on the bond. The petition asks the court to determine that the Respondent is incapacitated, that the appointment of a Guardian is necessary, and that the proposed Guardian is appropriate. The petition is on file with this court and may contain a request for certain specific authority. You have the right to object to this proceeding. If you wish to do so, you or your attorney must file a written appearance at this court on or before 10:00 AM on the re -

turn date of 10/14/2025. This day is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline date by which you have to file the written appearance if you object to the petition. If you fail to file the written appearance by the return date, action may be taken in this matter without further notice to you. In addition to filing the written appearance, you or your attorney must file a written affidavit stating the specific facts and grounds of your objection within 30 days after the return date. IMPORTANT NOTICE The outcome of

this proceeding may limit or completely take away the above-named person’s right to make decisions about personal affairs or financial affairs or both. The above-named person has the right to ask for a lawyer. Anyone may make this request on behalf of the above-named person. If the above-named person cannot afford a lawyer, one may be appointed at State expense. WITNESS, Hon. Leilah A Keamy, First Justice of this Court. Date: September 19, 2025 Stephanie K Fattman, Register of Probate 9/19/25

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Southborough PD locates loaded semiautomatic handgun

SOUTHBOROUGH – Southborough Police Department Chief

Ryan Newell reports that his department arrested a Dorchester man on firearms offenses and motor vehicle violations following a traffic stop early Sept. 19.

Michael Malique Brown, 30, of Dorchester, was arrested and charged with:

• Carrying a Loaded Firearm Without a License (Third Offense)

• Possession of Ammunition Without a Firearm Identification Card

• Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle

• Failure to Wear a Seat Belt

At about 1:07 a.m., Officer Cole Trainor was monitoring traffic speeds with radar at the intersection of Turnpike Road and White Bagley Road when he observed a Nissan Rogue driving west on Turnpike Road with a non-functioning headlight.

Trainor stopped the vehicle and learned that the driver, identified as Brown, had a suspended license. He also had an active warrant for his arrest for failing to appear on an unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle charge.

Officer Theodore Davis arrived to provide backup, and Brown was arrested without incident. During a search of his

vehicle, police located a bag on the floor of the passenger side containing a 9mm SCCY CPX-1 semiautomatic handgun loaded with nine rounds of ammunition, including one in the chamber. Brown does not have a valid license to carry firearms.

Brown was booked at the Southborough Police Station, and a clerk set his bail at $5,000 pending his arraignment in Westborough District Court.

“This case shows how a simple traffic stop can prevent a dangerous situation,” said Newell. “Our officers are trained to look beyond the initial reason for a stop and remain alert to potential threats. I’m proud of

the proactive work that led to removing an illegal firearm from our streets and making our community safer.”

These are allegations. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Shoplifter attempts to swallow baggies of cocaine

By Evan Walsh Managing Editor

MARLBOROUGH – A shoplifting report led to the seizure of multiple baggies of cocaine.

At approximately 4:42 p.m. on Sept. 9, Marlborough Police Department units responded to Target at 605 Boston Post Road East after a report of a shoplifting incident in progress. Target employees reported that two shoplifters, a male and a female, exited the store with unpaid merchandise and walked eastbound toward Starbucks, according to reports.

Both suspects fled on foot, according to documents from Marlborough District Court –first to Starbucks, then to Nick’s Pizza, and then across Route 20 toward the Sheffield Court Apartments. The parties were allegedly ordered to stop, but they continued to flee. The male party was reportedly caught and, as he was being arrested, was “seen stuffing a plastic sandwich bag into his mouth,” according to documents. The male also allegedly “thrashed his body around multiple times,” stomped on an officer’s foot, and head-butted an officer.

The suspect allegedly began to chew the plastic bag lodged in his mouth. After multiple orders to spit out the bag, an officer allegedly opened the suspect’s

mouth and recovered the bag. According to court documents, the baggie contained four or five bundles of white powder (suspected to be cocaine), one of which was chewed open. The bag also allegedly contained a small bundle of blue powder, believed to be fentanyl.

The alleged amount of cocaine was 13.8 grams; the Marlborough Police Department noted in a report that it was packaged in different small bundles, making it easier to sell.

The suspect was identified as Tevin Haywood, 31. Haywood allegedly stole about $150 of merchandise from Target, including three pairs of Champion shorts, three Champion T-shirts, and one Champion sweatshirt. When told he was being charged for possessing both Class A and Class B substances, Haywood allegedly told officers: “I shouldn’t be charged with Class A; it was just coke.”

Haywood faces several charges, including shoplifting by asportation (third offense), conspiracy, disorderly conduct, resisting arrest, assault and battery on a police officer, possession of a Class A controlled substance, possession with intent to distribute a Class B substance, and tampering with evidence. He was arraigned on Sept. 10 and pleaded not guilty to all charges.

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 list of individual obituaries posted on the Community Advocate website (www.communityadvocate.com).

DEATHS

Abbot, Claire of Marlborough Arcabascio, Antoinette of Shrewsbury Beach, Matthew of Shrewsbury Boiardi, John of Southborough Chenard, Rachelle formerly of Shrewsbury Donlan, Margery of Westborough Donovan, Mary of Westborough Hanley, Jane of Shrewsbury Hartwick, Charles formerly of Hudson Hixson, Leslie of Marlborough Johnson, Charles raised in Southborough Kuras, Patricia of Hudson Pease, Christy of Grafton Perkins, Nancy of Shrewsbury Perry, Linda of Grafton Raftery, Patrick of Hudson Rathbun, Maurice formerly of Shrewsbury Rossi, Sandra formerly of Westborough Shusta, Robert of Marlborough Skinner, Karl of Marlborough Uhlman, Nancy of Westborough

Nancy L. Uhlman, 88

WESTBOROUGH - Nancy L. Uhlman, 88, of Westborough, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at the Beaumont Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Center in Westborough. She was the beloved wife to the late Parker Uhlman, who passed away in 2018.

Nancy is survived by her three children, Dennis Uhlman and his wife Patty, of Lexington, SC, Brenda Malone of Westborough, and Douglas

Uhlman and his wife Kathy, of Westborough; four grandchildren, Dennis Uhlman and his wife Stacey, Benjamin Malone, Julianne Uhlman, and Jacob Uhlman, Richard Pratt and Krystle Pratt Daniels and her husband David; three greatgrandchildren Ruth Uhlman, Parker Uhlman and Haley Daniels; as well as many nieces and nephews.

Nancy is predeceased by her husband Parker, grandson Matthew Malone, and brother Edwin Heckman.

The Pickering & Son Westborough Funeral Home assisted the family.

Franklin T. Hartwick, 77

JENKS, OK - Franklin Thomas “Tom” Hartwick, 77, passed away in his home in Jenks, OK, surrounded by his family, on Monday, September 8th, 2025, following an extended illness.

Tom was born in Stillwater, OK on November 5, 1947 to Franklin Edward Hartwick and Edith Cavell Hartwick. Growing up, his family experienced living in Arizona, Utah, and Massachusetts where he graduated from Hudson High School in 1965.

Tom will be greatly missed and is survived by his wife, Cheryl Hartwick; son and daughter-in-law, Thom and Donna Hartwick; daughter and son-in-law, Lisa and Jason Gilardi; granddaughter, Jordan Gilardi; sister, Leslie Fleming; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

The Cremation Society of Oklahoma assisted the family.

Antoinette M. Arcabascio, 99

SHREWSBURY - Antoinette M. (Sperandio) Arcabascio, 99, of Shrewsbury and formerly of Marlborough, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her loving family, on September 10, 2025. She was predeceased by her husband of 28 years, Angelo S. Arcabascio, in 1987. Also, by her 4 brothers, Nazareth

Sperandio, Anthony Sperandio, Peter Sperandio and John Sperandio.

Antoinette is survived by her 3 sons and 1 daughter, Joseph Arcabascio and his wife Lisa of Shrewsbury, MA, Steven Arcabascio of Los Angeles, CA, Peter Arcabascio and his wife Christine of Pembroke, MA, and Maria Acquaah and her husband Kwesi of Salem, MA, her 8 grandchildren, Nicholas and his wife Emma, Benjamin, Hannah and her husband Philip, Mauricio, Isabella, Adjoa, Gianna, and Jack as well as many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

The Short and Rowe Funeral Home of Marlborough assisted the family.

Christy Pease, 65

GRAFTON - Christy Pease left her ‘pod’ on September 12, 2025, following complications from cancer, leaving behind a legacy of love and devotion to her wide circle of family and friends.

She leaves behind her devoted love her husband of 24 years, Joe Husson; her loving children, J Scott MacDuffie, Callum “Cally” MacDuffie and her fiancé Bradley Sylvestre, Alexis Husson and her fiancé Cody Dickinson, and Cameryn Husson; her dear cousins John, Dan, and Dave Scott and their families; and close family friend John. She was predeceased by her beloved parents, Marylois (Scott) and Benjamin Franklin Pease III, as well as her siblings, Scott and Jamie Pease. She also was predeceased by Joe’s Mom, Barbara Husson who she enjoyed and cherished and cared for as her own until she passed in 2023.

A gathering to celebrate Christy’s life will be held Saturday September 27, 2025 from 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm at The Pease Farm, 79 Old Upton Road, Grafton MA 01519. All are welcome to share food, drinks, laughs, and memories.

Linda H. Perry, 70

GRAFTON - Linda Helen Perry, 70, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday September 11, 2025 surround-

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ed by her family after being diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer in the beginning of 2025. Linda chose to receive several months of aggressive treatments despite the prognosis being terminal, a battle she fought right up to the end.

She is survived by her sisters Patricia Perry of Grafton, Jeanne Superchi and her husband Mike of Hopedale and Dianne Stockhaus of Millbury, her brother Kenneth Perry and his wife Jane of Grafton and many nieces, nephews and great-nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by 2 brothers; Joseph and Richard and her parents Kenneth and Gertrude Perry.

The Roney Funeral Home of North Grafton assisted the family.

John J. Boiardi, 89

SOUTHBOROUGH - John Joseph Boiardi died Sept 13, 2025 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born in Framingham on May 2, 1936, the second son of Joseph Boiardi and his wife Esther Mariani.

John is survived by his loving wife and travel partner Martha Jane Rorty, his son John M and wife Vy of Singapore, and his daughter Lori A and husband Christopher. He is also survived by his sister Diana Cales of Wilbraham, his sister in law Margaret Boiardi of IL, as well as his many cousins and other family members. He was predeceased by his parents and his brother Richard who died in 2012.

The Norton, McKinney & Lawler Funeral Home of Framingham assisted the family.

Matthew J. Beach, 79

naw, MI, the son of Glenn Morgan Beach and Jean Houlihan Beach, and beloved stepmother Jean Malcolm Beach. Matthew is survived by his loving wife, Nancy; daughter Katharine (Kate) Sackton; son-in-law Timothy Sackton; grandsons Isaac and Nathaniel; brothers Jeff Beach and Ben Beach; sister Sue Godwin; as well as dear in-laws, nieces, and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to visit with the Beach family between 4 - 7 PM on Friday, October 3, 2025 at the Britton Funeral Home, 648 Main Street, Shrewsbury. His funeral service will be held at 1 PM on Saturday October 4th at Church of the Nativity, 45 Howard Street, Northborough, MA - kindly proceed directly to the church, please. Burial will be held privately for his family.

Margery

Donlan, 93 WESTBOROUGH - Margery Donlan, 93, of Westborough, MA, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 12, 2025. She was a daughter of the late Lawrence and Marion (Angell) Greene and grew up on their family farm in Cranston, RI.

A loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Margery is survived by her daughters Susan Kenny and her husband John Kenny of Newport, RI, Jill Hillier and her partner Richard Merusi of Eastham, MA, granddaughters Leigh Revens of Warwick, RI, Marcie Revens and her husband Dennis Delgado of New York, NY, and Emily Gustafson and her husband Derek Gustafson and their son, Tage, of Warwick RI. She is also survived by her sister, Linda Shaw of Greenville, RI, and Linda’s children Dawn Shaw and her partner Kenny Horton, Jamie Shaw and Dana Shaw.

SHREWSBURY - Matthew Beach, age 79, of Shrewsbury, MA, passed away on September 13, 2025. He was born on September 10, 1946, in Sagi-

She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert L. Donlan, with whom she shared many joyful times on Cape Cod and traveling. She was also predeceased by a son in law, Christopher Hillier.

The Pickering & Son Westborough Funeral Home assisted the family.

Snyder’s strike gets Shrewsbury past Grafton

By Evan Walsh Managing Editor

GRAFTON – After 58 minutes, Shrewsbury and Grafton were in a holding pattern.

Each team had several decent chances, but every attack was foiled. Almost midway through the second half, both teams seemed destined to settle for a scoreless draw.

Then, Hailey Snyder made a run and saw nothing but space ahead of her. She took a touch, lifted her head, and let it fly. From 30 yards out, her strike looped over the goalkeeper’s reach and tucked into the topleft corner of the net.

Snyder’s moment of brilliance put Shrewsbury ahead, 1-0, and the Colonials held on the rest of the way, defeating Mid-Wach rival Grafton on Sept. 16 to move to 3-1-1 on the young season.

“Usually I make runs, and in that moment, I had a ton

of space, so I figured I’d boot it and hope it goes in,” said Snyder. “And I looked up, and it definitely did.”

“Grafton always gives us a hell of a game, so we knew we were going to have to grind this one out. Hailey is a great player, she hustles,” said Shrewsbury Head Coach Lindsay Vasiliadis. “I keep telling her to shoot sooner, and she listened.”

The strike by Snyder, just a sophomore, was preceded by a brilliant pass from fellow underclassman Avery Collins.

The lone freshman listed on the Colonials’ roster, Collins has made an immediate impact on this Shrewsbury squad.

“Me and Avery, we’ve already had a couple assisted goals. We’re definitely a dynamic duo, I guess you could say. We just work really well together. She’s playing insane — just so great. It’s just

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insane. That through-ball, it was class,” said Snyder.

The Colonials have plenty of youth, but in the clutch, they relied on a senior leader.

Lauren Dranchak waited three seasons for her moment in the spotlight, sitting behind now-graduated goalkeeper Josie Sawyer. Now a senior captain and Shrewsbury’s go-to goalie, Dranchak nearly single-handedly kept the Colonials afloat.

With zero margin for error to protect Shrewsbury’s narrow lead, Dranchak thwarted dozens of Grafton attacks. When the going got tough in the frantic final minutes, she made a heroic save, diving forward and colliding with an opponent to deflect the ball.

“It was the motivation of

winning against a notoriously good soccer program. I did anything I could to keep us in the lead and give us the ‘W,’” said Dranchak. “When the pressure is high, I try to stay calm and collected. If you panic, you’re going to make mistakes. That’s my motto — always play like it’s 0-0.”

Said Vasiliadis: “Lauren really stepped up today. She’s one of our captains this year. ... She’s got her chance and she’s taking it. We love having her there.”

The win wasn’t without a little luck. Twice within the final ten minutes, Grafton rattled the crossbar. Did the ball go in? Not according to the officials. And, of course, there’s no VAR in high school soccer.

The Colonials will take the

favorable bounce.

“All I can say is God was on our side. We got lucky,” said Vasiliadis.

Snyder’s goal was the first point Shrewsbury had registered against Grafton since at least 2021 — both meetings last year ended in scoreless ties. Perhaps that’s an omen for the Colonials, who have won three consecutive games.

“We’re buying into the fact we’re a Division 1 team and we should be getting these wins. We’re in the mindset that every game is winnable. We’re moving forward, and the senior leaders are doing a great job,” said Vasiliadis.

Added Dranchak: “It’s the team camaraderie we have. It’s honestly unmatched with this team.”

Avery Collins (top-left) looks for an open teammate. Kenley Fletcher (bottom-left) plays keep-away from defenders. Hailey Snyder (right) celebrates the goal with her Shrewsbury teammates. (Photos/Evan Walsh)

Hudson football shakes off loss, runs past Westborough in statement win

By Evan Walsh Managing Editor

WESTBOROUGH– Hudson did something it hadn’t needed to do in some time: rebound.

The Hawks won the MIAA Division 6 championship last year, won 15 consecutive games dating back to November 2023, and kept the train rolling. However, in a Sept. 12 matchup against Shrewsbury, Hudson suffered a setback for the first time in 664 days, losing to the Colonials, 14-6.

The unfamiliar feeling of losing didn’t sit well with Hudson. In preparation for its next game, the Hawks put in a great week of practice. As they took the field at Westborough High School, the Hawks were set on making a statement.

“We had to get back on the right track. Last week’s loss happened, but we were able

to get over it and work hard this week,” said Logan Dome, Hudson’s junior quarterback. “It was a statement game. We really wanted this one.”

Instead of wallowing after the loss, Hudson immediately showed its toughness against host Westborough on Sept. 21. In front of a large Homecoming crowd, the Hawks took down the Rangers, 28-21, to move to 2-1 on the season.

“It was awesome. Last week was a down week. We hadn’t lost in over a year. All the guys were super sad after that. We definitely wanted to make a statement today with the win,” said Tobias Edie, a junior halfback. “We’ve really put an emphasis on preparation this year. We’re making sure we’re ready for the games.”

The Hawks utilized the ground game to take an early

lead over Westborough. Senior Treson Meuse’s 4-yard touchdown run made it 7-0 midway through the first quarter, and sophomore Mason Bastien capped a 99-yard drive with a 25-yard touchdown rush.

Two Dome quarterback sneaks accounted for Hudson’s other touchdowns.

“We always pride ourselves on being the most physical and aggressive team when we’re on the field. As you can see, we switched to an under-center formation and beat down on them, play after play,” Dome told the Community Advocate.

“I thought [the offense] was outstanding. The offensive line did a phenomenal job road-grading all day long. I thought it was remarkable what they were doing all day long. Westborough’s a great program. We camp with

them every year, and it’s good beating a good team,” said Pat Donahue, a Hudson assistant coach.

Westborough eventually found its footing. Quarterback Noah Pierre-Louis’ 1-yard touchdown rush gave the Rangers their first points. Ryan Ferrechia’s 8-yard touchdown reception was another Westborough high -

light, and with two minutes remaining, an acrobatic catch by Zavonte Walker brought Westborough to within a touchdown of tying the game.

Westborough needed a defensive stand to stay in the game, but Hudson was able to run out the clock.

“O-line, O-line, O-line. They make the holes, I just run through them,” said Edie.

Logan Dome reaches the football into the end zone for a touchdown. (Photo/Evan Walsh)