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Market Basket in Shrewsbury opens Jan. 13

A ‘tremendous achievement’ Ribbon cutting held at Annie E. Fales Elementary

By Maureen Sullivan Assistant Editor

WESTBOROUGH - For Superintendent Amber Bock, the Annie E. Fales Elementary School on Eli Whitney Street is “the final piece of the puzzle” in creating a new space for grades K-3.

The Shrewsbury Market Basket will be opening on Jan. 13.

By Caroline Gordon and Laura Hayes

SHREWSBURY - The Market Basket in Shrewsbury is officially open come Friday, Jan. 13, said Market Basket Operations Manager David McLean. This announcement comes after customers have been anticipating the opening of the store since the Planning

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During an official ribbon-cutting and open house on Jan. 8, Bock honored those who assembled the puzzle, from school staff to Fales Principal Maryann Stannard and Building Committee Chairman Stephen Doret.

The event capped a process that began in 2015.

“It is incredibly exciting to reach this moment,” said Bock.

Doret took pride in the school being a net-zero-plus building; the school’s solar panels have already produced 700,000 kilowatt hours, he said.

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Algonquin Regional High School athletic complex goes before Planning Board

By Laura Hayes Managing Editor

NORTHBOROUGH - The Planning Board got a first look at a series of improvements to Algonquin Regional High School’s athletic facilities.

Gale Associates Kathy Hervol and

Project Engineer Matt Kinlin presented the plans to the board on Jan. 3.

As part of this project, the high school is proposing to install a synthetic turf stadium field, a turf multipurpose field and amphitheater. Additionally, the track would be re-done, the tennis

PHOTO/MAUREEN SULLIVAN

Algonquin boys hockey defeats Westborough

Fales Elementary School Principal Maryann Stannard, center, and Stephen Doret, back to camera, chairman of the Building Committee, cut the ribbon at the Fales Elementary School on Jan. 8.

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UniBank donates to Saint Anne’s Food Pantry, Grafton Food Bank

REGION - Saint Anne’s Food Pantry and the Grafton Food Bank will continue to feed those in need this year.

UniBank, the largest mutual community bank in Central Massachusetts, recently donated $2,000 to both Saint Anne’s and Grafton Food Bank.

This was part of the UniBank Day of Giving, which included $25,000 in donations to 12 local food pantries.

“As it is the mission of the bank to serve the people within the communities that we have branches in, we were pleased

to present numerous food pantries with monetary donations, as now more than ever, their guests’ food insecurities are at an all time high,” said CEO of UniBank Michael Welch.

He explained that when UniBank was listening to the needs of each pantry, it became clear the donations were not only about stocking shelves.

“These volunteers were offering life support, including emotional and mental wellbeing assistance, career placement assistance, and places to gather for camaraderie,” he

said.

Welch added, “UniBank was founded on supporting people on an individual basis as we all do better collectively when needs are met one-on-one. As we close out 2022 and our 150 + 2 year anniversary, we’re looking to continue our giving in 2023.”

A full-service, mutually owned community bank, UniBank has branches in Central Massachusetts and the MetroWest region of the state.

To learn more visit www. unibank.com.

Grafton Boy Scouts picking up Christmas trees this Saturday

GRAFTON - Grafton Boy Scout Troop 107 is staging its annual Christmas tree pickup fundraiser.

Scouts will pick up your tree and dispose of it for you for a donation to Troop 107. Monies raised go to fund troop activities such as summer camp, high adventure, equipment, merit badge books, etc., and 10% is donated back to a local charity.

The first pickup was Jan. 7, and the second will be Jan. 14, weather permitting.

To schedule a pickup, email graftonbsatroop107@gmail.com and include your name, street address, ZIP code and preferred date. Please place your tree outside by 8 a.m. on your pickup date, and attach your donation to the tree in a baggie or send via Venmo to @BSATroop107.

Library Building Committee begins reshaping priorities

By Maureen Sullivan Assistant Editor

WESTBOROUGH - As plans to fix the Westborough Public Library get reshaped and reprioritized, the members of the Library Building Committee have decided to stick with the same architect and design team.

In a unanimous vote on Jan. 3, the committee voted to retain LPA|A and Vertex; they will be tasked with coming up with a pricing proposal for a schematic design.

According to Library Director

Maureen Amyot, the proposal should be ready by early February, in time to be presented before the Advisory Finance Committee.

The goal is to have an article on the warrant for the Annual Town Meeting in March.

Amyot said she’s already requested a “placeholder” in the warrant for the proposed article.

Fire sheds light on library’s needs

Amyot told committee members there was a fire at Library | 3

Drone photography shows the Westborough Public Library at 55 West Main Street.

PHOTO/TAMI WHITE

Library Building Committee begins reshaping priorities

Library | from page 2 the library on Dec. 30. She said one of the fan units on the ceiling started smoking. A patron told a staff member, who pulled the alarm and evacuated the building.

“The Fire Department said it was a good thing it happened when [the library] was occupied,” she said.

Amyot added that had the fire taken place when the building was closed, it may have led to more significant damage.

The unit has been disconnected, and it is awaiting a new motor. It will cost the library $3,600 for the repair.

The fire brings to light the upgrades needed for the library, from the roof to the fan units.

“Parts are hard to come by,” said Amyot of the fan units. “They’re beyond the end of life.”

However, Amyot wants the work done “as a project, not a series of one-offs.”

“We want to do this in a sensible way,” said committee

Chairman Ed Baldwin.

Committee members discussed a “scope list” created by Amyot that prioritized what needs to be done.

Items were assigned a “1” (required by code), “2” (recommended) or “3” (optional).

For example, accessibility compliance — modifications for the ramp and entrances, as well as modifications for the bathrooms and guardrails – has been designated a “1.” A new fire sprinkler system and additional bathrooms on the first floor have also been given a “1.”

Projects assigned a “2” include the replacement of the roof and windows; repointing and cleaning the 1908 masonry; and the replacement of the carpet.

Projects assigned a “3” include replacing the elevator with a new emergency elevator that can accommodate a gurney.

The building committee’s next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Jan. 31.

Homemade Irish Cream

If you are the type of person who likes giving homemade holiday gifts, you may enjoy making your own concoction of Irish Cream. This delicious beverage can be created with a few easily purchased ingredients: Irish whiskey, cream, sweetened condensed milk, instant coffee, cocoa powder, and vanilla. The ingredients can be combined in a blender or with an electric mixer. The internet is an excellent source for recipes, some even claiming to emulate the best commercial brands. Pour the blended homemade Irish cream into clear glass containers and decorate them with personalized labels. Be sure to add instructions for storage. Friends will appreciate your efforts and enjoy the fresh flavor of this rich liqueur.

Irish Cream is usually associated with cozy, cold winter evenings. But served on the rocks, it is also delightful on a warm summer day and a terrific ingredient in a chocolate martini or mudslide. The Spirits department at JULIO’S LIQUORS carries many hard-to-find items from single malt scotches to high-end vodkas and gins. With a wide variety of fine wines, spirits, beer, and tobacco, we also have many other unique items that set us apart from the average liquor store. Please call 508-366-1942 for more information, or visit us at 140 Turnpike Rd., Rt. 9 East

HINT: Several commercial brands of Irish cream liqueur can be purchased at most local liquor stores.

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First Congregational Church of Shrewsbury turns 300 years old

The First Congregational Church of Shrewsbury stands on the Shrewsbury Town Common. The church is celebrating its 300th birthday this year.

By Caroline Gordon Reporter

SHREWSBURY - David Russell and Sue Phyfe began attending the First Congregational Church of Shrewsbury because their grandchildren live in town.

The couple live in Auburn, and Russell said they wanted to make it a “family church.”

However, it wasn’t until Phyfe did research into her ancestry that they discovered that their connection to the First Congregational Church ran deeper.

Phyfe learned that her fifthgreat-grandmother was baptized in the church in 1733.

Now, when she’s in the church, Phyfe feels her greatgrandmother’s spirit.

“It made me feel like I had roots that I never knew I had. It gave me a connection and it blew my mind away,” she said.

300th anniversary

Phyfe and Russell, who is the leader of the deacons, were among those in attendance of one of the church’s events marking its 300th anniversary.

In celebration of the church turning 300, the congregation is hosting a series of events throughout the year.

As part of the celebrations, the congregation held “Reflections On Our Past” on the history of the church on Dec. 14.

According to Bill Whitehead, in order for a municipality to be established, there had to be a meeting house within the town that served as a church and space for residents to congregate.

The church was built in 1723 five years before the Town of Shrewsbury was established.

According to the church’s website, the proprietors voted that the meeting house should be located on the “rocky plain

near the pines” or just east of the current meeting house on the Town Common. In 1721, William Taylor conveyed 15 acres to the proprietors, and construction commenced that same year.

Over 300 years, the church has undergone many changes.

After 40 years of residents being called to worship by a drum, a bell was added to the church in 1763. The original meeting house was taken down, and its boards were used for the new church that was constructed in 1766.

The church expanded over the years. The steeple was constructed in 1807, and a bell was added the next year. The church was turned and moved about 50 feet back from the Town Common in 1834, which is its current location.

Space was added for a choir and organ and a room for the pastor as well as a library, a furnace room, a kitchen and a ladies parlor in 1891. A parish house was constructed in 1923 for $50,000.

Whitehead called the church turning 300 years old “a blessing.”

The Whiteheads moved to Shrewsbury 31 years ago and while “shopping for churches” he came across the First Congregational Church of Shrewsbury and said he “instantly” felt welcomed by the head minster.

“It was the most friendly and welcoming environment within a church I have ever seen. And, it’s been that way ever since,” he said.

Director of Music for the First Congregational Church Curtis Smith said he has a “deep connection” to the church through music.

“Music provides a connection into the spiritual world. It’s something we experience Church |

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By Michael Perna Jr. History Columnist

SHREWSBURY - For as far back as most local residents can recall, there was a legend of an “Indian Wall” that ran across Jordan Pond under the water’s surface. The story was that Native Americans had built the wall at some point long ago in order to be able to cross the pond more easily.

Some older residents still remember being able to stand on the wall while taking a dip in the pond many years ago. The photograph, taken in the early 1900s, shows the pond with the approximate location of the wall in the center of the view. It wasn’t until just recently that a man (now in his late eighties) who grew up

just a few yards away from the pond revealed that the wall was really built by one of the ice companies that once “harvested” blocks of ice from the pond. The wall helped keep the water from circulating, so that it would freeze more quickly!

Also of interest is the fact that, on the far shore of the pond we can see the “high

tension towers” that carried electric power through the region for many years. These were standing until very recent times, when they were taken down and replaced by an underground system.

Was the story of it being an “Indian Wall” just a prank? We may never know, but it certainly was believed by many people.

Church | from page 4 beyond what we can sense with just the eyes or the ears,” he said.

Smith began working for the church four years ago and said that he left the job interview “feeling amazing” because of how welcoming the people who conducted the interview were.

“I remember thinking, ‘Wow, yes, I want to work there,’” he said.

Smith’s wife, Rachael Smith, said she grew up as a Methodist and being part of the First Congregational Church of Shrewsbury has been a new experience for her.

She said she admires that the church is self-governing and that it has been in operation for 300 years.

“Coming here and seeing how vibrant the community can be within a church that really just had itself and the congregation who have carried it throughout the 300 years is

awesome,” she said.

The congregation welcomes new senior minister

In the midst of the church marking this milestone, it has also welcomed its new senior minister Holly MillerShank.

MillerShank called First Congregational Church a “giving church” because the people who work there have “generous hearts.” The church is “bursting at the seams” with goodwill that has supported it for 300 years, she said.

MillerShank said she has been “welcomed with an open embrace.”

“Shrewsbury has been a fantastic place to land as a family. To be a part of a First Congregational Church that has such an iconic and longstanding tradition of being part of the Shrewsbury community feels like it is hand and hand between the church and the town,” she said.

Shrewsbury legend has it that Native Americans had built a wall across Jordan Pond to allow them to cross more easily.

Fifth annual MLK Community Celebration planned

By Maureen Sullivan Assistant Editor

WESTBOROUGH - The fifth annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Celebration is scheduled for Monday, Jan. 16, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Westborough High School.

“Believe the Dream, Join

the Journey” will feature a live a cappella performance by Ball in the House (including Kevin Cincotta-Guest, a Westborough High School alumnus), and a one-man theatrical performance with Emmy Award-winner Ron Jones, “Shared Dreams.” No registration required;

there will be live ASL, Spanish and Portuguese interpretation.

The event will be co-hosted by Westborough Interfaith Clergy, Westborough Public Schools, Central MA Connections and Westborough Connects.

Partial grant funding was

provided by the Westborough Cultural Council, a local agency supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council.

For information, visit westboroughconnects.org or facebook.com/westboroughconnects.

Other MLK Day events

Children and their caregivers are invited to participate in Westborough Connects’ third StoryWalk at Hastings Elementary School starting on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The story, “What the Road Said” by Cleo Wade, will be brought to life through a StoMLK | 7

Mind, Body, Spirit

From loss to living again - Medicine My Way

By Tina Marian RN, Certi ed Life Coach

Do you or someone you love struggle with addiction?

I imagine you are feeling…

• Frustrated. “I can’t break the cycle of addiction.”

• Afraid. “I think I am OK – but I know, deep down, something is very wrong. “

• Trapped. ”Is there a way out?”

• Ashamed. “How did this get so bad?”

• Worried. “Will my new life be boring?”

• Hopeless. “I doubt I can do this.”

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Addiction is an insidious monster that creeps in through the backdoor and has you before you even know it. Like a monster, it wears many faces: Substances, nicotine, food, gambling, sex, shopping, hoarding, drama, judgment, gossip, and codependency, to name just a few.

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ryWalk display sponsored by community member Nuray Wallace and home builder Toll Bros.

The StoryWalk is self-led and will be accessible through the winter months.

As a National Day of Service, participants are encouraged to make a donation to the Westborough Food Pantry by bringing items to one of the dropoff locations — the fire

station lobby, Roche Bros. or the Lyman Street Stop & Shop.

Participants are also encouraged to visit Westborough Public Library’s MLK Day book displays during the month of January and Westborough’s Little Free Anti-Racist Library sponsored by WeCARE on the grounds of the YWCA Westborough, 15 Grove St.

As a follow up to this fifth annual MLK Jr. Day, partici-

Seniors on

KEEPING YOUR IDENTITY SAFE

Identity theft is becoming an increasing problem for many, but seniors are targeted at a much higher rate than younger people. However, there are several steps you can take to keep your assets and identity safe. To begin with, opt out of as many “preapproved” credit card offers as you can, and do not take calls from telemarketers. You should also shred any documents with you personal information on them even if it’s just you name and address. Never share details like account numbers or your social security number over the phone or through email. When it comes to the internet, make sure your WiFi is secure and don’t access personal accounts when using public internet.

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pants are invited to participate in a Journey Mapping Exercise hosted by Central MA Connections in Faith and Westborough Connects on Saturday, Jan. 28, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Westborough High School Library. Through a small group format, adult and adolescent attendees will have the opportunity to explore King’s dream and how we can join the journey toward equality.

Attendees gather for a past Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Celebration.

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New Year New Me!

By Gary Kelley

If you are thinking about selling, it is a great time to assess where you are in the process. It’s a great time of year to start decluttering the house, donating, or tossing the accumulations of years. I’m not a big believer in wholesale renovations to sell and know a coat of paint can be an affordable way to freshen a space.

The key for people is having a trusted partner to guide through the process. Like having a trainer at the gym.

You’ll hear real estate types reference Spring Market. Spring

market generally starts “Marchish” ….it can be as early as February or as late at April – all depending on the weather. Snow pushes it out. School schedules are a big factor for many….so folks can be settled for the new school year…and late spring is “go time.”

If you are selling and need to identify your next home, you are also a buyer!

Buyers will be coming out in droves in January…creating demand prior to many sellers having their home on the market. While it is real demand

and we’ll see some competition for properties, I do not expect a return to homes selling well over asking in an afternoon. Yet, being fleet of foot will be rewarded.

How do you stretch those muscles? Make sure you are clear on your funding strategy. Are you a cash buyer? Do you have a down payment? What can you afford since interest rates impact affordability? If you are also selling, do you need to sell to buy? How is your credit – does it need some work, too?

A conversation with a financial planner or a mortgage loan officer will bring clarity to this topic. This is a critical step in being ready. In real estate it is typical to have multiple disciplines on your team…just like having a nutrition coach.

Unclear where to start? A Realtor can help you assess your situation and help coordinate

resources, so you maximize value. The key is like starting the new year at the gym…it’s not something to talk about… it is something to do. We can help you put together a plan for success. Think of the Realtor as a trainer for your desire to get a new you from a home standpoint.

Once people commit to a trainer they tend to show up and this makes a huge difference in their success. There is no need to delay in the conversation. Call today!

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

Gary is heard on WCRN AM 830 and/or seen on WMCT-TV discussing “All Things Real Estate.”

If you need advice on selling your home or buying a new one, give us a call 508-733-6005.

We are in a New Year! The gyms are packed and the credit card bills from the holidays are establishing a new high-water mark. It’s a great time to think about your next home!

Troop 92 caps banner year with Eagle Scout ceremony

By Maureen Sullivan Assistant Editor

SOUTHBOROUGH - It’s been a banner year for Boy Scouts of America’s Troop 92.

Eight members of the troop have attained Eagle Scout, the highest rank in the BSA.

Five members of this group took part in a Court of Honor on Jan. 8, at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church.

Sean Desmond, Jackson Harris, Owen Hart, Cameron Jackson and Noah LaBelle joined Jack Tommaney, Nathanial Boy and Nick McEvoy in attaining the rank reached by fewer than 2% of Boy Scouts.

“This is the largest [number of Eagle Scouts] in the troop’s history,” said Assistant Scoutmaster John Tommaney. “The troop was established 30 years ago.”

“We have a pretty large cohort of boys who went through the ranks,” he added.

Some of the new Eagle Scouts said the best part of scouting was in obtaining leadership skills.

“Scouting teaches you a lot of skills,” said Harris. “I picked up a lot of leadership skills I can carry [for later in life].”

“There’s a good connection between older Scouts and younger Scouts,” said Jackson. “Leadership skills are a plus.”

Their Eagle Scout projects

In addition to earning 21 merit badges and assuming leadership positions, Eagle Scout candidates are required to plan and execute a project.

Sean Desmond built a shed at Shifrin Field at Finn Elementary School for use by the Algonquin Baseball and Softball Association. The shed is used for storing various tools and materials required for Little League games.

Jackson Harris refurbished the snack shack at the Eric Green Field at Finn Elementary School.

Owen Hart built a large unit at the entrance of St. Mark’s Parish Hall to store rubbish and recycling bins.

Cameron Jackson built and installed four bat boxes at Neary Elementary School and Trottier Middle School. His idea for the project came in response to the increased risk of West Nile virus and EEE, which often shuts down town fields during the fall sports season.

Noah LaBelle built a community stargazing platform on the field behind Trottier Middle School to provide more opportunities for people to explore night sky watching. The platform is used in tangent with the Southborough Library’s telescope borrowing system.

The other Eagle Scout projects included bird boxes for Breakneck Hill; a new outdoor space at St. Matthew’s; and a new trail that’s part of the Southborough Connector.

For information on Troop 92, visit troop92southborough.webs.com.

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Eight members of Southborough Boy Scout Troop 92 have earned their Eagle Scout rank.

PHOTO/LISA TOMMAMNEY

Amazon announces Prime Air drones at Westborough robotics facility

By Laura Hayes Managing Editor

WESTBOROUGH - Media from across the state and globe gathered at the Amazon Robotics in Westborough in November as the company unveiled its Prime Air drones.

The drone was unveiled as part of an event called “Delivering the Future” at the Westborough facility.

“How do you get items to customers quickly, cost-effectively and most importantly safely in less than an hour? And how do you do that supporting over 130 million customers in a range of environments, including densely-populated suburban ones?” said Vice President of Prime Air David Carbon.

He continued, “It may surprise you to hear me say, it’s actually not that hard to deliver a package via drone.”

According to Carbon, Amazon has designed and built an

autonomous electric drone system that will be able to deliver packages under five pounds in under an hour from when it is ordered to when it is delivered.

“We know our customers and the public will accept drone delivery if they know the system is safe and reliable,” Carbon said. “It’s our job to do that with more than just promises and words.”

Carbon walked through the tests the drones go through.

According to his presentation, Amazon developed a “sophisticated and leading senseand-avoid system” that will allow the drones to seamlessly integrate into the national airspace that will react and avoid other aircrafts, people, pets and obstacles.

“Even when those obstacles weren’t there the day before,” Carbon said.

The drone MK30 is expected to come into service in 2024.

Amazon’s Westborough footprint

The tour came as Amazon has expanded on Otis Street.

Amazon opened its Westborough robotics center in 2021 at the AstraZeneca building at 50 Otis Street.

According to Amazon, the employees at the Westborough facility code, design, test and build both robots and technology that is then used across the

company.

In addition to the drones, Amazon officials unveiled robots named “Sparrow” and “Proteus.” According to Amazon, Sparrow has the ability to identify, select and then pick up products, while the bright green Proteus can transport heavy carts.

Amazon Robotics will soon grow even further after the Planning Board approved plans

for a 100,000-square-foot expansion next door at 54 Otis Street in the spring.

At the time, attorney Robert Buckley said the facility was to be a companion and supplemental research and development facility that would tie into the work being done at Amazon Robotics.

“We have had this in the planning for quite some time,” Buckley said on April 5.

Market Basket in Shrewsbury opens Jan. 13

Market Basket | from page 1 Board approved plans for the Edgemere Crossing project in 2020.

In the fall, a Market Basket official had said the construction of the supermarket was delayed because of supply chain issues.

A mixed-use project at 200 Hartford Turnpike, the devel-

opers have said the Market Basket will anchor Edgemere Crossing. It will occupy approximately 80,000 square feet of the 68-acre site.

Edgemere Crossing also includes 250 apartments and retail space, including a Clinton Savings Bank and a Starbucks.

The project is located at the site of the former Edgemere

Drive-In.

McLean said customers are welcome to come into the store before its opening at 7 a.m.

Market Basket has shared photos from inside the store online at https://www.shopmarketbasket.com/new-market-basket-locations-comingsoon.

Learn how foot neuromas are treated

Neuromas main symptoms are a shooting pain between the toes and the ball of the foot and abnormal sensations, like having a pebble inside the shoe or if the sock is bunched up in that area. This is caused by the enlargement of a nerve and relief is usually immediate after removing shoes and rubbing the foot where it hurts.

Dr. Feldman, Dr. Pelto, Dr. Saviet, and Dr. Kellner teach all you want to know about neuroma treatments in this recorded webinar.

The doctors discussed the

common causes of neuromas; what treatments are effective, and which are a waste of time; when should you consider a cortisone injection or surgery; and the best shoes to wear to avoid pain.

Access this webinar online at: https://bit.ly/NeuromasWebinar or scan the QR Code in the picture. Call us at 508-757-4003 for an appointment.

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held at Fales Elementary

“This is a very unique school in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts,” he said.

Both Town Manager Kristi Williams and Select Board Chairman Ian Johnson acknowledged the challenges faced during the building project. Among those challenges were having the new school built while classes were being conducted in the old building – during the COVID-19 pandemic, no less.

“It was not without its challenges,” said Williams. “It’s truly a tremendous achievement.”

“This was a difficult project,” said Johnson, adding that the new building will be “celebrated for years to come.”

Stannard thanked her staff.

“They stepped up through the entire process,” she said.

State Rep. Hannah Kane (RShrewsbury) and state Rep. Kate Donaghue (D-Westborough) presented a citation from the State House to the school, and

expressed their appreciation to Doret for all the work he has done over the years.

“I was asking Steve ‘What number school building is it for you?’ And he said, ‘My last’,” said Kane.

The new school includes a fullsize gym, a maker space, rooms that allow plenty of natural light, and geothermal wells that, once fully online, will provide heat.

Several attendees had various connections to the school.

Susan (Vergie) McAlice, a friend of state Donaghue, knew Annie Fales, a teacher and princi-

Although it’s been open since November 2021, the “new” Fales Elementary School held a ribbon-cutting and open house on Jan. 8.

pal for Westborough schools for nearly 50 years and the namesake of the elementary school.

“She was my choir director,” said McAlice, who graduated from Westborough High School in 1966. “She played organ at the Unitarian church, and we had choir practice at home.”

Second grade teacher Patty Gallo attended the school as a student before returning as a teacher 22 years ago.

“It’s bright, cheerful, colorful,” said Gallo.

For the latest on Fales, visit fes. westboroughk12.org.

Westborough schools mull study of buildings and grounds

By Maureen Sullivan Assistant Editor

WESTBOROUGH - As Westborough Public Schools (WPS) continues to plan for fiscal 2024, school officials are looking farther into the future.

During the School Committee meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 4, members discussed the possibility of a study for the schools’ buildings and grounds — something that has not been done in 15 years.

The proposed study would assess every WPS facility except Fales Elementary School, which recently opened. The study would help the schools update the long-range capital plan.

Inquiries were sent to six vendors, with three coming back with bids. The committee favored the bid submitted by Russo Barr Associates Inc. It was not only the lowest bid at $155,540, but it seemed to fulfill much of what the schools would like to see in the study.

“Theirs was the most responsive bid,” said Superintendent Amber Bock. “They look at everything.”

According to David Gordon, director of finance and administration, the schools have yet to identify a funding source to pay for the study. Bock proposed having the study done over two budget cycles.

Pending a reference check, the committee will make a final decision at its next meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 18.

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Algonquin athletic complex goes before Planning Board

Athletic complex | from page 1 courts would be replaced and the grandstands would be upgraded to be compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Status of athletic facilities

Efforts regarding Algonquin’s athletic fields date back to at least 2013 when the consulting engineering firm Gale Associates conducted an assessment of the high school’s facilities.

According to Hervol, the track was installed in 1994. While the top surface was recoated in 2004, she said the track has had “heavy patching and puddling.”

“We’re aware that the high school has had issues hosting events there due to the condition of the facility,” Hervol said. “Basically, it’s beyond its life expectancy.”

The tennis courts, which were installed in 2004, have “significant” cracking, she said. The football field is in “fair” condition, but Hervol said Al-

gonquin’s practice field is in “pretty poor” condition.

“It comes down to the overuse with the various sports events,” she said.

The surface of the field is compacted and uneven, and there are drainage issues.

According to Hervol’s presentation, the lighting is insufficient and doesn’t meet new safety standards, and the grandstand does not have handicapped seating or a ramp.

As part of the renovations, ramps, handicapped seating and an elevator to the press box will be installed.

Next steps

According to the Public Schools of Northborough and Southborough’s website regarding the project, the athletic complex is estimated to cost $7.5 million, which includes a 25% contingency.

About $4.7 million would be appropriated to Northborough under the regional agreement. The district is projecting that the estimated cost per average

household — which depends upon the accepted bond option — may be $67 a year for Northborough households.

For Southborough, the appropriation is estimated to be $2.8 million with the average cost per average household estimated to be $85 a year.

As these plans are now before the Planning Board, Hervol said the high school is in the process of wrapping up com-

ments from the Conservation Commission. She hoped to resubmit the plans to the commission by the end of that week.

According the website, the district intended to submit applications to each town’s Community Preservation Committees for grant funds.

Moving forward, the district is planning to hold community outreach and commence the procurement process this

winter. The projects may be presented to Northborough and Southborough Town Meetings this spring for approval.

Construction is assumed to take 16 weeks with it kicking off in June. Substantial completion of the construction is projected to be reached by Sept. 29 with the project closing out Oct. 6.

In the meantime, the project will return before the Planning Board on Feb. 7.

Palitsch will not seek re-election to Shrewsbury School Committee

By Evan Walsh Contributing Writer

SHREWSBURY - Shrewsbury

School Committee Vice Chair

Jason Palitsch has announced that he will not seek re-election once his term expires in May.

Palitsch, who is currently serving his third term as a school committee member, announced his decision at the start of the Jan. 4 School Committee meeting, noting

how he “wants to highlight an opportunity for someone new to step into [the] role.”

Palitsch, who is a Shrewsbury graduate, is currently the executive director of the 495/ MetroWest Corridor Partnership.

Palitsch mentioned the construction of the new Maj. Howard W. Beal Elementary School and the creation of tuition-free, full-day kindergarten as among his proudest accomplishments while serv-

ing on the committee.

“I feel that this is the right moment for someone with a fresh perspective to step onto the committee,” Palitsch said. “[But] I’ll continue to be a proud and vocal advocate for our schools.”

Shortly after Palitsch’s announcement, School Committee member Sandra Fryc announced that she intends to run for re-election.

Shrewsbury’s election will take place May 2.

POLICE FIRE&

Body recovered following Lake Quinsigamond search

Police and fire search Lake Quinsigamond after receiving a call regarding a missing person.

Westborough police report five residential, commercial break-ins

By Laura Hayes Managing Editor

WESTBOROUGH - The Westborough Police Department has been dealing with a rash of both residential and commercial break-ins since 2023 began.

way Plaza on Turnpike Road for reported break-ins at True Salon and Deluxe Spa and Nails. According to police, officers determined that cash was stolen from one of the businesses.

said, and the residents were staying in another location as repairs were being made.

By Caroline Gordon and Laura Hayes

SHREWSBURY - Officials recovered a body Jan. 3 following a search of Lake Quinsigamond.

According to a press release from the Worcester Fire Department, the body was recovered by department divers at 2:21 p.m.

The dive began after authorities received a call regarding a missing person at 10:11 a.m.

Officer Chief of the Worcester Fire Department Daniel O’Neil previously told the Community Advocate that the department deployed search boats and divers to search Lake Quinsigamond

for a man who may have gone into the water between 2 a.m. and 4 a.m.

O’Neil said the individual left a note written in Portuguese. Additionally, his family has not heard from him.

Crews were searching near the Kenneth F. Burns bridge Jan. 3.

Worcester Fire Department, EMS and police along with Shrewsbury Police and Fire Departments, the Massachusetts Environmental Police, Massachusetts State Police and the Department of Conservation and Recreation responded.

“Out of respect for the victim and family, no further details will be available at this time,” the department wrote.

Officers responded on Jan. 2 to Sachi Japanese Restaurant on Union Street for the report of a break-in. In a release, police said the restaurant was “ransacked,” and an undetermined amount of cash was stolen.

The next day on Jan. 3, officers responded to RK Speed-

Westborough police are also dealing with two residential break-ins.

Police said the incidents took place on Charlestown Meadows Drive over this same period of time.

According to the release, a suspect entered the residence and stole cash and personal property. No one had been home at the time, officers

On Jan. 4, Westborough police responded to the neighborhood for another reported break-in. The homeowners had returned from vacation and said their belongings had been rummaged through, police said.

The Westborough Police Department has increased its patrols in these areas. If people have information regarding these incidents, they are urged to contact Westborough detectives at 508-475-4250.

Car hits boy crossing the street near Westborough rotary

By Laura Hayes Managing Editor

WESTBOROUGH - The Westborough Police Department is seeking the public’s help after a car struck a 12-year-old boy while he was crossing the street near the rotary.

Officers were dispatched to the rotary at about 4:30 p.m. Jan. 5.

POLICE LOG

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

Grafton

Thursday, Dec. 22

12:24 a.m. Arrested , Nicole Holmgren, 26, of 51 Corbin Rd., Dudley, for OUI-liquor or .08%, marked lanes violation, speeding/rate of speed exceeding posted limit.

Friday, Dec. 23

6:42 p.m. Arrested, Michael Arthur Callery, 30, of 2 Delldale St., Apt. 1, Worcester,

for number plate violation to conceal ID, op MV with license suspended, uninsured motor vehicle, straight warrant.

Marlborough

Saturday, Dec. 31

9:03 a.m. Arrested , Erick Waldemar Navarro Castillo, 25, of 129 Chestnut St., Apt. 2, Marlborough, for larceny over $1200, forgery of check (2 cts), utter false check (2 cts).

Monday, Jan. 2

1:09 a.m. Arrested , Miguel Angel Roa Jr., 32, of 306 Dudley St., Apt. 7, Roxbury, on true warrant.

2:03 p.m. Arrested , Frank J. Kovendy, 71, of 65 Settlers Ln., Marlborough, for shoplifting by asportation, warrants.

Northborough

Monday, Dec. 19

11:32 a.m. Arrested , Water Winfield Aldrich III, 60, of 2 Canfield St., Westborough, for leave scene of property damage, negligent operation of motor vehicle, OUI-liquor or .08% 2nd offense, marked lanes violation.

Friday, Dec. 23

1:28 a.m. Arrested , Donald M. Weld, 55, of 130 Main St., Northborough, on warrant.

Shrewsbury

Friday, Dec. 30

12:32 a.m. Arrested, Brandon Coldwell, 29, of 18 Dacia, Boston, for possess firearm/ammo w/out FID card, warrant.

Saturday, Dec. 31 9:44 p.m. Arrested, Anh Kim

According to a press release, the boy was crossing West Main Street from Milk Street when a car that was driving west on West Main Street struck the boy with the right front of the vehicle.

Police said the boy was in the marked crosswalk, and the car did not stop and continued on the street.

“Thankfully, this 12-year-

Truong, 36, of 22 Harriet Ave., Shrewsbury, for OUI liquor 2nd offense.

Monday, Jan. 2

9:08 p.m. Arrested, Christopher Michael Bertone, 37, of 42 Waterville St., North Grafton, for OUI liquor, neg operation of MV (operate to endanger), marked lanes violation, drink alcohol from open container in MV.

Tuesday, Jan. 3

7:11 p.m. Arrested, Omar Mohamed Ahmed, 22, of 44 A Shrewsbury Green Dr., Apt. 44A, Shrewsbury, on warrant.

Westborough

Saturday, Dec. 24

5:32 p.m. Arrested , Andrew M. Kowalcheck, 31, of 26A Solferino St., Worcester, for

old boy was evaluated by the Westborough Fire Department and was deemed not seriously injured,” officers wrote.

A witness told police the vehicle is a gold sedan. Anyone with information is urged to contact Officer Joe Lawer at 508-475-4871 or jlawer@town.westborough. ma.us.

OUI-liquor or .08%, negligent operation of motor vehicle.

Thursday, Dec. 29

4:59 p.m. Arrested, Julio Valdez, 21, of 11 Lodi St., Apt. 7, Worcester, for unlicensed operation of MV, possess/use false/stolen RMV document, uninsured motor vehicle, unregistered motor vehicle, marked lanes violation.

9:14 p.m. Arrested, Victor William Dudko, 60, of 27 Old Meetinghouse Rd., Auburn, for OUIliquor or .08%, negligent operation of motor vehicle, leave scene of property damage.

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COMMUNITY OBITUARIES

The Community Advocate will post obituaries online (and in print, as space allows). Please send information (and a picture if desired) to tracy@communityadvocate.com. Here is a complete list of individual obituaries posted on the Community Advocate website (www. communityadvocate.com).

DEATHS

Anderson Jr., Edward formerly of Marlborough

Bafaro, Joan of Westborough

Beatty, Donald of Northborough

Bourque, Gerard of Northborough

Bugbee, Barbara of Grafton

Burke, Alice of Shrewsbury

Busada, Marion of Shrewsbury

Caron, Wilfred of Shrewsbury

Curley Sr., Richard of Hudson

Dalessio, Robert of Hudson

Kell, Karen of Grafton

Leary, H. Richard of Shrewsbury

McDermott, James of Shrewsbury

Metzger, Annette of Westborough

Murphy, Robert of Northborough

Natarajan, Anjali of Shrewsbury

Newsham, Patricia formerly of Shrewsbury

O’Brien, R. Scott of Shrewsbury

Wardle, Ashley of Northborough

Brenda L. Stewart, 61

SHREWSBURY - Brenda Lee Stewart, 61 years old, passed away on December 22, 2022 surrounded by her loving family after battling cancer.

She was born on August 20,1961 to Joann Price (Giguere) and George Price in Laconia, NH. Brenda was married in Laconia, NH at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in 1986 to Jon Stewart. They moved to Marlborough, MA where she applied her degree as an Occupational Therapist at the Westborough State Hospital. After moving to Worcester, MA and then Shrewsbury, MA she transitioned to working at Hanover Insurance as a Manager of Personal Lines of Insurance for 20 years. Shortly after she was diagnosed with breast cancer where she fought and won the battle.

In her early years she was an avid sewer and crafter. In later years she used her talents to always give back to others. Her talents especially came out

during the Covid-19 pandemic where she sewed over 4,000 masks for hospitals, nursing homes, schools and anyone that was in need when masks were scarce. During this time period she created a group called the Sewing Angels and the Corona Couriers where others would help to contribute to the cause by sewing and delivering these masks.

In addition to sewing masks she was a part of The Turban Project where she sewed headwear for people who have experienced hair loss due to medical issues. While undergoing her treatments she would make turbans for other patients at UMASS as well as the nurses and doctors. Along with her crafting philanthropy, she actively participated and assisted with the Shrewsbury and Worcester Relay For Life.

Brenda would spend her summers and occasional weekends at her and her husband’s house in Maine that they designed and had built as their retirement home. She loved spending time outdoors, fishing, camping with family and gardening.

Brenda is survived by her loving husband Jon Stewart of Shrewsbury, MA, her son

Zachary Stewart and his wife Nicole Stewart of Buxton, ME, her daughter Emily Stewart and her Fiancé Samuel Moore of Webster, MA. She is also survived by her granddaughter Kirsley Stewart, whom she loved immensely. Her mother Joann Price and significant other Richard Harvey of Laconia, NH, her sister Pamela Wojcik and husband Steve Wojcik of Westford, MA, her brothers Alan Price and wife Julie Price of Laconia, NH, and Daniel Price and wife Talyne Price of Mooresville, NC. Brenda is predeceased by her father George Price of Laconia, NH.

A celebration of her life will be held in the springtime.

Robert  Dalessio, 89

HUDSONRobert “Sonny” Dalessio, 89, of Hudson died Thursday, December 29, 2022 at Umass Memorial Health – Marlborough Hospital.

He was son of the late Crenzio and Marguerite (D’Amico)

Dalessio and husband of Janet (Sullivan) Dalessio to whom he was married for 47 years.

Robert was predeceased by his son, Kenneth Dalessio, his sisters, Mary Silva and her husband Manual, Susan Nicademo and her husband Al, Edith Gaucher and her husband Roger, Josephine Derosier and her husband Earl, Anne DiEorio and her husband Camillo, and his brother, Frank D’Amico and his wife Anna.

Besides his wife, Robert is survived by his son Michael Dalessio and  family of Tilton, NH, as well as many loving nieces and nephews.

Robert, (Sonny, or Bob (as his wife called him!) was a man of various of interests and talents….

He had a great love of music starting in his early years and played the trumpet and the drums and loved to play/ listen to Big Band music and would often join other friends/ musicians in a band to play at various locations! He played football for the Marlborough Shamrocks once upon a time and was an avid weight lifter “back in the day”. He was also a very proud member of the Army National Guard for a

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number of years.

Robert took the eventual career path to become a talented Mechanical Design Engineer starting at Raytheon as a Draftsman and subsequently as a Senior Designer at Incoterm and Digital Equipment Corp. having multiple patents in his field.

But what he loved the most, besides his wife and family, was flying and was the most proud when he received his Solo Certificate to fly from Don’s Flying Service in Marlborough in 1976!

Thankfully, he and Janet enjoyed many years traveling to Aruba, Barbados, Bahamas,

Bermuda as well as overseas and happily enjoying their little place in Wells, Maine from May to October.

He will be so very missed by all who loved him.

Bob’s favorite charity was St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, am sure he would appreciate donations made in his name.

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

R. Scott

O’Brien, 70

SHREWSBURY - R. Scott O’Brien, 70, of Shrewsbury,

LEGAL NOTICES

HUDSON

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING HUDSON PLANNING BOARD

Notice is hereby given of a Public Hearing to be held by the Hudson Planning Board on Tuesday, February 7, 2023 at 7:00 PM. Pursuant to Chapter 107 of the Acts 2022 extending remote meeting provisions of Governor Baker’s March 12, 2020 Executive Order suspending certain provisions of the Open Meeting Law, this meeting of the Hudson Zoning Board will be conducted fully-remote. Specific information for remote participation will be included on the agenda.

At this time, the Hudson Planning Board will consider the application of JJ McCarthy, LLC for Site Plan Approval to construct a paved bus storage area at the intersection of Fox Road and River Road pursuant to the provisions of Section 7.1.7 of the Town of Hudson Zoning By-laws. The subject property is located at 2 Fox Road within the M-7 Manufacturing District, Assessors’ Map 71 Parcel 1.

All petition materials are available for review in the Town Clerk’s Office during regular business hours, on the Town of Hudson website at http://go.boarddocs. com/ma/hudsonma/Board.nsf/ goto?open&id=CMJQUZ6B1412 and can be requested by calling (978) 5622989 or by sending an email to kjohnson@townofhudson.org

Hudson Planning Board

MARLBOROUGH

CITY OF

MARLBOROUGH ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

ZBA Case # 1495-2022

Location: 785 and 795 Boston Post Rd. East

Notice is hereby given that the Marlborough Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public meeting on January 31, 2023 at 7:00 P.M. at Marlborough City Hall, 140 Main St. – 3rd Floor Memorial Hall.

Petition: An appeal to the failed response by the City’s Building Commissioner to opine as to the zoning status of the subject properties situated at 785 and 795 Boston Post Rd. East. The applicants request an opinion pursuant to M.G.L. c 40A Section 7 to determine whether the owners/ applicants possess the right, under pre-existing zoning status of the premises, to have granted to the owners a Class 2 license as defined in M.G.L. c 140 Section 58(c) that is to conduct the purchase and sale of secondhand motor vehicles.

For further assistance, please contact the Board at 508-460-3768. All interested persons are invited.

Applicant or representative must be present

Ralph Loftin Chairman Zoning Board

of Appeals

CITY OF MARLBOROUGH OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK MARLBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS 01752

LEGAL NOTICE

Public Hearing –Special Permit

Applicant: Alliance Health & Human Services

Locus: 720 Boston Post Road East Map 61, Parcel(s) 7

Notice is given that the City Council of the City of Marlborough will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on Monday, January 23, 2023, at 8:00 PM in City Council Chambers, 2nd floor City Hall, 140 Main Street, Marlborough, Massachusetts, on the Application for Special Permit from Stephen Copper, on behalf of Alliance Health & Human Services to renovate 10,490 sf

beloved husband and devoted father, passed away in his sleep on December 29th. He was known for his kindness, sense of humor, and love of family.

Scott was preceded in death by his son Jeffrey, his mother Evelyn, and his father John. Scott will be deeply missed by his wife Marilyn J. (Skow) O’Brien of Shrewsbury, MA; daughter Dr. Jill Eshelman and her husband Eliot, his two grandchildren Anders and Audra, and granddog Enkidu, who all reside in Quincy, MA.

The Chiampa Funeral Home of Shrewsbury assisted with

of the existing building to provide twelve (12) rest home beds at 720 Boston Post Road East within the Wayside District.

The application materials and plans are available for viewing in the Office of the City Clerk, City Hall, 140 Main Street, Marlborough, MA 01752, Telephone 508460-3775. In addition, the plans and application will be available online at www. marlborough-ma.gov/city-council under Public Hearing Notices.

Per Order of the City Council #22-1008768

NORTHBOROUGH

Public Hearing Notice

NORTHBOROUGH ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

In accordance with the provisions of MGL Chapter 40A, Section 9, the Northborough Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at 7pm to consider the applications below. Pursuant to Chapter 22 of the Acts of 2022, An Act Relative to Extending Certain COVID-19 Measures Adopted During the State of Emergency, signed into law on July 16, 2022, this meeting of the Northborough Board of Appeals will be conducted via remote participation. No in-person attendance by members of the public will be permitted. To participate in the public comment portion of this meeting from a PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone or Android device, please click this URL to join: https://town-northborough-ma-us.zoom. us/j/84075375325 Or join by phone: +1 646 876 9923 Webinar ID: 840 7537 5325 Passcode: 311390

Live Stream link YouTube: https://www. youtube.com/channel/UCRdBrw3HeEAMB_KFKasrgXA

To consider the petition of Ksenia Malova-Flores for a Special Permit in the Groundwater Protection Overlay District for operation of a day spa on the property located at 27 South Street, Unit #3, Map 63, Parcel 173, in the Downtown Business Zoning District, Groundwater Protection Overlay District Area 3.

To consider the petition of Artemis Veterinary LLC for a Special Permit, Special Permit with Site Plan Approval/Special

arrangements.

Robert S. Murphy, 91

NORTHBOROUGH - Robert S. Murphy, 91, passed away Monday, December 26, 2022. He was the loving husband of 63 years to Linda M. (LaBossiere) Murphy until her own passing in November of 2015. Robert was born in Holden, one of nine children to William F. and Adora (Svenson) Murphy. He spent his early years in Holden prior

to moving to Northborough, where he remained a resident. He was a graduate of Northborough High School.

Robert is survived by his five loving children, Robert C. Murphy and his companion, Diane Simoneau, of Northborough; Dennis K. Murphy and his companion, Annie McNamara, of Shrewsbury; Randall S. Murphy and his wife Gail, of Tampa, FL; Sandra L. Murphy and her husband, Sean McDonough, of Charlestown; John E. Murphy and his wife, Laura. of Holden; ten grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews.

The Hays Funeral Home of Northborough assisted with arrangements.

Permit in the Groundwater Protection Overlay District for operation of a veterinary clinic on the property located at 318 Main Street, Suites 170 & 175, Map 47, Parcel 93, in the Business East Zoning District and Groundwater Protection Overlay District Area 3.

These applications are on file at the Town Clerk’s Office and in the Planning Department.

Clerk

SHREWSBURY

LEGAL NOTICE

The Shrewsbury Planning Board will hold a public hearing on Thursday evening, February 2, 2023 at 7:00 PM, in the Selectmen’s Hearing Room at the Richard D. Carney Municipal Office Building, 100 Maple Avenue, to hear the application of Plug Power, 968 Albany Shaker Road, Latham, NY, 12110, as required by the Town of Shrewsbury Zoning Bylaw, Section VII.F.3, for Site Plan Modification by the Planning Board to allow for the construction and installation of hydrogen storage and compression system pad outside of the building, as shown on plans entitled, “GENFUEL HFC for Neles/Valmet City of Shrewsbury, Massachusetts,” in thirtytwo (32) sheets, dated December 21, 2022, prepared SPEC Engineering and Consulting LLC, 349 Northern Boulevard, Albany NY, 12204; stamped by Joseph S. Burke, PE. The subject property is located at the end of Bowditch Drive and on the northern side of Main Street and consists in whole or in part of Shrewsbury Assessor’s Tax Plate 19, Plot 145003.

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

SHREWSBURY PLANNING BOARD

A. Thomas, Jr., Clerk

TOWN OF SHREWSBURY ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

PUBLIC HEARINGS

January 23, 2023, 6:30 PM

To hear the appeal of Steve Alvarez, 107 Harrington Farms Way, Shrewsbury MA, for a Variance to the Shrewsbury Zoning Bylaw Section IV, Section VII, and Section IX to construct an addition to change from a single family to a two family with nonconforming setbacks and lot area upon property located at 7 Ira Ave in the Residence B-2 District. The subject premise is described on the Shrewsbury Assessor’s Tax Plate 13 Plot 024000.

January 23, 2023, 6:30 PM

To hear the appeal of Scrappy Pet Enterprises, Inc. 11 Kent Dr, Shrewsbury MA for an appeal of the decision of the Building Inspector to require a Special Permit from the Planning Board to utilize parking spaces on 820 Boston Tpke for a business use upon property located at 810 Boston Tpke in the Limited Industrial district. The subject premise is described on the Shrewsbury Assessor’s Tax Plate 35 Plot 025001.

Peter C. Mulcahy, Clerk

WORCESTER

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE

Notice is hereby given by Boulevard Towing of 550 Franklin Street Worcester, MA, pursuant to the provisions of Mass G.L c. 255, Section 39A, that they will sell the following vehicles on or after January 14, 2023 beginning at 10:00 am by public or private sale to satisfy their garage keeper’s lien for towing, storage, and notices of sale. Vehicles are being stored at Boulevard Towing.

2009 Audi A4 VIN WAUSF78K69N046791

2008 Ford F-350 Super Duty VIN 1FTWX31R38EB63955

2012 Honda Civic VIN 2HGFB2F83CH587227

2016 Buick Regal VIN 2G4GT5GX0G9106076

2008 Ford Focus VIN 1FAHP35N38W235060

2017 Mercedes Benz C300 VIN 55SWF4KB7HU231228

Assad owner Boulevard Towing

Applicant: Atty. Robert Dionisi (representing Alice Wright & Jean E. Rabelo Trustees)

Brad Blanchette,

Joseph

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Robert D’Amelio, Chairman

Algonquin boys hockey defeats Westborough

By Caroline Gordon Reporter

WESTBOROUGH - The Algonquin Regional High School (ARHS) boys varsity hockey game versus Westborough kept fans on the edge of their seats Jan. 4.

ARHS defeated Westborough 1-0 with just five minutes left in regulation play.

“I feel great about the win. The win was it,” ARHS Head Coach Gregory Cappello said. “It was a really tight game all the way and hard fought against a really strong opponent.”

Because the Rangers and Titans are rivals, Cappello said playing Westborough is “always a challenge.”

“We have a lot of respect for how they go about it. They play rough. They play physical and that challenges our guys to raise the level of our game

and to hold up to the physical play and push through it,” Cappello said.

Junior Jack Gulachenski scored the game’s lone goal, which Cappello attributed to his patience and ability to be poised under pressure.

He said the other players who helped lead the Titans to victory include Jack Stiles, Jack Doolan, Owen Cacciatore and Andrew Hodge.

Though the team lost, Westborough Head Coach Chet Hallice said he was proud of

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his players. “I believe in these kids,” he said.

Algonquin looks ahead to season

According to Cappello, the Titans’ goal for the season was

to form their identity after they lost 10 seniors.

“We want to be a close-knit team and continue to win and improve week by week,” he said.

Their season record is 6-2 so far.

“We are on a good path for doing that [reaching their goal]. And everything else falls into place if we form our identity as a close-knit team who plays together, is tough defensively and can generate offense,” Cappello said.

He described the camaraderie of the team this season as “fantastic” despite having a small group of senior players.

“They [the seniors] have led the way from the start. Getting guys on board, bringing along new guys and really making sure that everyone has an equal place and an equal voice in the locker room,” he said.

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Left: Goalie Jack Stiles defends Algonquin’s goal during the Titans’ game against Westborough.

Above: Algonquin and Westborough players battle for the puck.

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Hudson Hawks inspire a new generation of basketball players

By Laura Hayes Managing Editor

HUDSON - Behind the bench of the Hudson High School varsity girls basketball game was a row of fifth grade girls.

The fifth-graders were members of the Hudson Travel Basketball team, watching and cheering on the Hawks as they beat Clinton.

“What we’re trying to do is just really stay as close as we can to [Hudson Coach Marty Murphy] and to the girls program as well as the boys program,” said Vice President of Girls Travel Basketball David Bruce.

One way of doing that was by having the travel team play a game during the half time of the Hudson and Clinton game.

“Try to have them look up — which they do — to these senior girls, see the successes that they have, see the teamwork and love of the game that they have, and try to instill that passion for them,” Bruce said.

Five of the seniors on the

team — Katie O’Malley, Kaitlyn Puim, Madison Kiley, Gracie Giorgio and Taylor Bruce — have played together since they were on the fifth grade travel team.

The seniors said playing on the travel team was fun and helped them learn the basics of basketball.

That first year, there were approximately 10 players on the team, including the five that are still playing for the high school.

“It’s just a special group of girls,” said Bruce, who was cocoach of the team with Mark Kiley.

The travel team teaches the fundamentals of basketball, teamwork and the philosophy that play time is earned, not granted, Bruce said.

The team practiced at least twice a week and played games every Sunday across Central Massachusetts. According to Bruce, when they had the opportunity, the team traveled to Foxborough for tournaments.

At the same time, the girls

took advantage of other opportunities to play the game that they loved, including through a town recreation program.

“Obviously our chemistry has stayed because now, so long after we’re still playing together,” said Madison Kiley.

Over the years that the seniors played together on the travel team, Bruce said he and Kiley saw them mature as teammates.

From a skill perspective, Kiley’s daughter — Madison — was heavily relied upon for her skills, Bruce said. He said they tried to take the burden off Madison’s shoulders.

“That’s what I saw from day one toward the end — and you’ll see it tonight at the game — each of these girls can contribute and will contribute to the game on their own,” Bruce said.

Their advice for the current team?

“Bond with your teammates because they could be your teammates all throughout high school, and that’s important,” said O’Malley.

Above: Madison Kiley and Morgan McLeod high-five their teammates.

Right: Brooklyn Bruce dribbles the ball as she is guarded by Nicole Percival.

PHOTOS/LAURA HAYES