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Trombetta’s seeks special permit for contractors’ yard

Loved ones remembered at Marlborough race

By Evan Walsh Reporter

MARLBOROUGH – Sitting under the shade of the Assabet River Trail’s canopy, perched just beyond the finish line, were the friends and family of Jeremy Oathout.

Oathout, who died in April 2020 after a long battle with addiction, could only be with the family in spirit, but his family made his presence felt. From their seats, the family –dressed in bright purple shirts embellished with Oathout’s face – prominently held a sign.

“Our angel, Jeremy,” it read. “Gone, but never forgotten.”

Oathout wasn’t the only angel remembered that morning. On May 13, hundreds of families and supporters gathered at Moose Lodge in Marlborough for the Remembering Our Angels 5K Run/Walk.

By Maureen Sullivan Assistant Editor

MARLBOROUGH – To most, Trombetta’s Farm at 655 Farm Road is a place to get some ice cream and flowers.

For others, it’s a place for contractors to store supplies and vehicles.

Although part of the site has been used as a landscapers’ and contractors’ yard for years, the Trombetta family wants to bring the site into compliance with the city’s zoning bylaws.

To that end, Connorstone Engineering has applied for a special permit on behalf of Trombetta

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“I’m here with my mom remembering

Report discusses cybersecurity at Hudson schools

By Sarah Freedman Contributing Writer

HUDSON — Superintendent Marco Rodrigues reported that Technology Director Ellen Schuck and Network Specialist Rory Coughlin have been working for the past two months to make sure that if the Hudson Public Schools is hit with a cyberattack, it is close to 100% protected.

Reported at the May 9 School Committee meeting, Rodrigues said there will be standard practices in place to address the issue.

According to Schuck, many districts in Massachusetts and across the country have had cybersecurity breaches.

“The most recent one that I’m aware of in Massachusetts was Nantucket,” she said.

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COMMUNITY VOICES

Electric vehicle charging is a must for apartment and condo dwellers

letters to the editor

Apartment hunters usually have a check list of must haves. Those lists contain

things like a pool, a gym, and even dog parks. Today people are also asking for Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations. Dominik Kozlowski, property manager at Windsor Ridge Apartments in Westborough, says he gets

inquiries every week about the availability of EV charging. Happily, he is able to answer yes to those questions.

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sidiary of GID Investment Advisers LLC, a nationwide company of 150 apartment communities and a leader in environmental sustainability efforts in the industry.

The company has programs to reduce energy use, water

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use and waste. In addition, they currently have approximately 600 EV charging ports spread across their apartment communities nationwide.

Windsor Ridge is one of the only apartment communities in Westborough that offers EV charging. There are six dual unit charging stations at Windsor Ridge, providing charging for 12 EV’s. The stations have been in place since September 2022 and they are being used on a consistent basis says Dominik. The units are open to the public as well as residents and charge 23 cents per kilowatt hour plus a two-dollar session charge, and have been well-received by the community.

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Phil Carmody is VP and Head of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) for GID Investment Advisers LLC, the parent company of Windsor Communities. He explained the decisionmaking process regarding EV charging station installation at a specific property. First, they gauge the demand. He does this by speaking with the regional and local property management team to learn how often they are getting asked if their location has charging stations. Second, he looks at what rebate programs exist in the location. According to Mr. Carmody, rebate programs are a significant element of the decision-making in being able to install charging stations. When they can combine state rebates with local electric company rebates and knowing such programs have a finite pool of funds, the decision becomes easy. It is a win for the company bottom line and a win for the environment. In this case it is also a win for Westborough. The MassEVIP program funds up to 60 percent of the hardware and installation costs up to a maximum of $50,000 per street address.

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MARLBOROUGH – The carnival has come to town. Marlborough residents headed to Navin Arena on Bolton Street to enjoy food and test their luck out at carnival games. This drone photo shows the bright, colorful lights of the carnival from the sky. For more summer events, keep checking communityadvocate.com.

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Westborough mulls options for trash, recycling collection

By Maureen Sullivan Assistant Editor

WESTBOROUGH – How will residents dispose of their trash and recycling?

Once the E.L. Harvey/Waste Connections facility is closed to the public in July 2024, residents may be using curbside, pay-as-you-throw, composting or a combination of programs.

During the Select Board meeting on May 9, the Waste Management Exploratory Committee presented its findings and recommendations.

Over the past several months, the committee explored programs in other communities and considered the pros and cons.

The committee recommended that the town “investigate a townwide curbside solid waste and recycling program and seek proposals from haulers.”

Pay-as-you-throw is also an option; in this program, residents purchase special bags to dispose of their trash, keeping

it separate from their recycling.

Another recommendation — that the town should offer curbside composting. According to Katie Curtin-Meste, chair of the committee, “organic” waste such as food scraps is a major part of what’s being thrown out.

The board voted to accept the plan, and have the town manager begin the process to form a request for proposals for the curbside program.

“There would be a lot to work out,” said Town Manager Kristi Williams.

That includes how to fund the programs, including PAYT should the town decide to use it.

A preliminary timeline includes opportunities for community feedback in August and September.

There could be a presentation at this fall’s Town Meeting, if one is needed.

In January, E.L. Harvey/ Waste Connections announced it was shutting off public access to its transfer station as of June 30, 2024.

Ancient But Currently Chic

Saperavi grapes are one of the world’s oldest red wine grapes. They have been grown in the Kakheti region of the country of Georgia near the Black Sea for thousands of years. Saperavi grapes are unusual in that they have dark purple-black skins and pink flesh rather than clear flesh. Grapes are crafted into wines that are so dark that they appear almost black. Traditionally, wines were fermented and aged in clay vessels that were buried underground. Today’s winemakers also use stainless steel and oak aging. Although wines look strong, they can be very elegant with notes of berry fruits and sweet spices. Wines are well-balanced with velvety tannins that pair well with pork, lamb, grilled tuna, and aged cheeses.

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Community members flock downtown for annual ArtsFest

By Evan Walsh Reporter

HUDSON – The weather

couldn’t have been better in downtown Hudson May 6 as the Hudson Downtown Business Improvement District (BID) held its annual ArtsFest.

The event featured 53 vendors – including everything from yoga to sculptures to crocheting to jewelry – spread around the rotary, down Main Street, across the front lawn of the Town Hall and into the Main Street Bank parking lot on the corner of Main and Manning streets.

“We’re trying to give everyone in the art community the ability to get out [and] get their things out there,” said Kelly Fossile, a Hudson native who helped coordinate the event.

“[I hope the attendees get] a sense of community,” Fossile said. “That’s what we love about Hudson. I grew up in Hudson, so I love this little town … We want to bring awareness to the downtown

area, to the arts and to the little self-employed businesses.”

Fossile said the event was a “win-win for everyone.” The heightened foot traffic led to increased patronage of the various retail stores that adorn Main Street.

Patrons couldn’t help but

dance as five bands and performers – ReHarmonix, L&M Rhythm Kings, Ryan Pinette, Becky and the Swingin’ Bards and The Way Out – provided hours of music at two different venues. People danced, hummed, and even hulahooped to the beat.

There was something for everyone at ArtsFest. Adults perused the rows of unique and interesting shops and purchased 50/50 raffle tickets, while children enjoyed face painting and several other kid-focused activities. The downtown district lived up to its reputation as a foodie hotspot; many attendees traveled throughout ArtsFest with food – from boba to ice cream – from

businesses along Main Street. After ArtsFest, the BID will continue to hold events that draw people to Hudson’s downtown. The group hopes to hold concerts and farmers’ markets throughout the summer. Hudson Fest, hosted by the Assabet Valley Chamber of Commerce, is currently scheduled for June 10.

For more information on the Hudson BID, go to discoverhudson.org.

Barbecue to benefit local Scout groups

MARLBOROUGH – Have some barbecue and help local Scout groups.

An all-you-can-eat BBQ will take place on Sunday, May 21, at Jacobs Hall, Marlborough Masonic Building, 8 Newton St., from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

There will be four seatings –11 a.m. to noon; noon to 1 p.m.; 1 to 2 p.m.; 2 to 3 p.m.

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The meal will be catered by

Stevie’s Café.

Tickets are $20 for adults, $15 for children age 10 and younger.

All proceeds will go to the Scouts of Hudson Troop 77, Hudson Troop 2, Marlborough Troop 2 and Assabet Valley Crew 23.

To purchase tickets, visit https://scout-all-you-can-eatbbq.square.site.

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Members of REHarmonix perform outside of Hudson Town Hall.

Left: Mia gets her face painted at the Hudson ArtsFest.

Below: There were over 50 vendors at the Hudson ArtsFest, including Elissa Surabian Art.

A family looks at the products at pottery and home decor company Whimsy and Mar’s display.

Becky Lynch of Becky and the Swingin’ Bards performs in front of a crowd.

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Happ’nings

HUDSON – Hudson native Michael Hildreth has been appointed vice-president, associate provost and dean of the Graduate School at University of Notre Dame, by college president Rev. John I. Jenkins CSC. A member of the Notre Dame faculty since 2000, Hildreth has been professor of physics and astronomy and senior associate dean for research and graduate studies at the University’s Col-

lege of Science.

Fr. Jenkins said: “Mike is a renowned researcher, an awardwining educator and an experienced administrator.”

Hildreth is widely recognized for his contributions to particle physics, and he and other physicists at Notre Dame played a significant role in the Higgs boson discovery in 2012. He has co-authored more than 1,700 publications and has re-

ceived many teaching excellence awards. Hildreth is a graduate of St. John’s High School, Shrewsbury, and Princeton University, and received his doctorate in physics at Stanford University.

He is a son of Hudson residents Steve and Ann Hildeth. His wife Dr. Holly Hildreth is a Notre Dame professor and their son Andrew is a PhD candidate at UCLA. Congratulations Michael!

Golden Anniversary

Hudson residents Mike and Mary Walling observed their 50th wedding anniversary on May 5. They celebrated with a weekend trip to the White Mountains and hiked from Pinkham Notch parking lot part of way up Tuckerman’s Ravine. They were married in the home of Mike’s grandmother in Troy, N.Y.

Mary says: “I hand-printed about 40 invitations, my best friend made my dress and I made Mike’s dashiki.”

They were married by Mike’s mother, the mayor of her town,

before a banner made by Mary’s 15 year old brother. They are parents of two children and grandparents of five.

Congratulations Wallings!

Downtown ambassador

Hudson resident Jim Marche-

terre has been named “Downtown Ambassador” by Richard Braga, head of the Hudson Business Improvement district. Braga said that Marcheterre’s 15-20 hour per week job will be to see that Hudson’s downtown shopping area is kept neat and attractive. Marcheterre is a retired machinist. He and his wife Laurie have two daughters, Lisa and Kerri.

Resident celebrates 104th Local, state and national honors came to Hudson resident Mrs. Esther Folkes at her 104 birthday party at Peters Grove on Friday, May 5 including citations from State Rep. Kate Hogan and U.S. Congresswoman Lori Trahan.

Born in Brooklyn on May 10, 1919, Esther lived in several Massachusetts towns while raising her family of four sons. After the death of her husband, Warren Folkes in 1988, she moved to Pe-

Hudson residents Mary and Mike Walling, wed 50 years on May 5, posed for an anniversary photo in their original wedding attire.

Hudson native Michael Hildreth has been named a vice-president at University of Notre Dame, South Bend, Ind., where he has been on the staff since 2000.

Hudson resident Jim Marcheterre has been named “Downtown Ambassador,” assigned by the Hudson Business Improvement District to help keep the downtown shopping area “neat and attractive.”

ters Grove, where she continues to be an active resident.

“Until I was almost 90 I was doing line-dancing and laps at Wayside Pool,” she says.

She retains a sharp memory, including being a hostess at the former Red Coach Grill in Wayland when it burned to the ground in the 1950s. Besides her sons, she has six grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren and five great-great grandchildren.

Congratulations Esther!

Teacher retires

after 35 years

First grade teacher Nadine Barry of Forest Avenue School is retiring after 35 years’ service. Pupils, former pupils, families and friends are invited to a Retirement Reception for the popular teacher Thursday, June 8 at the school from 4-5:30 p.m.

SPM final concert

Symphony Pro Musica, conducted by Mark Churchill, will present the final concert of its 40th season Saturday, May 20 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, May 21 at 3:30 p.m. at Putnam Arts Center, St. Mark’s School, Southboro.

Composer in residence Arson

Fahim, Afghan refugee, will present world premier of his piece “Insignificant Dreams.”

Noted pianist Benjamin Hockman will play Bela Bartok’s Piano Concerto No. 3. Tickets are available at the door, go to www.symphonypromusica.org or call 978-562-0939.

Dinner meeting

Hudson Historical Society members will attend the annual meeting and dinner Tuesday evening, May 30 at 6:30 p.m. at First Federated Church Hall. Buffet Way of Marlborough will serve a complete turkey dinner. For tickets ($20) contact president Christine DiMare at cwdimare@gmail.com by May 20.

E-cycle June 10

Electronic items may be recycled at the “E-cycle Event”

Saturday, June 10 from 9-2 at First United Methodist Church parking lot, Felton and Pleasant streets. For a small fee, bicycles, keyboards, computers, appliances, anything metal, can be recycled.

SPECIAL GREETINGS to former resident Mrs. Edyth By-

rne of Strong, Me., who observes her 100th birthday May 28.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY

May 19 – Linda Boudreau, twins Dean and David Napolitano

May 20 – Don Cox, Doug McGuiness, Heleena DiMare and Joey Talbot

May 21 – Pat Daley, Grayson Veo, Brenda Sacco, Chelsea Chaves and Laura Olivio

May 22 – my brother, Joe MacPherson; Lee Murphy, Sue O’Keefe and Ron Chaisson

May 23 – Sarah Worrest, Amy Landry, Emma Wood and Perrin Kristoff

May 24 – Susan Niro, Jane Veo. Natalie Schiavone and Arlene Cabral

May 25 – Carol Gault, Katy Lepire and Glenn Davis

May 26 – Dale Nadeau, Trevor Moore and Cindy DeArcangelis

May 27 – Colin Veo, Craig Chaisson, Stephen LaRosee, Steve Powell, Hank Henderson and Ann Kristine Spilios

May 28 – Tom Wicziewski, “M.J.” Ebens, Janice Perillo, Cheryl Murphy, Ben Gird and Kelly Bushey

May 29 – Corey Jacobs, Henry Cabral, Shalyn Bowen, Linda

Bowen and Stella Daigneault

May 30 – Barbara Masciarelli, Tom McAuliffe, Jeff Rodrigues, Jim Shea, Haleigh Bigeau, Kevin McClellan, Nancy Znamerowski and Sue Ricciuti

May 31 – “T.J” Coolidge, Mikala Ferris, Joe Durant, Owen Nanartowich, Janet Yesue, John Loureiro and Margaret Murphy

June 1 – Jameson Joseph and Sterling Reber

June 2 – Scott Andrade, Paul

Donahue, twins Brayden and Gracyn Thomason

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY

May 19 – Mike and Kathy Megna

May 22 – Paul and Abbie Blazar

May 24 – Clayton and Helen

Trumpolt

May 25 – Bob and Diane Anders

May 27 – John and Donna Du-

pree

May 28 – Brian and Carol Parker, Bob and Judy Mitchell, Mike and Patty Gigliotti

May 29 – Ed and Mary Bruso

May 30 – Jimmy and Jodi Pirelli

May 31 – Rick and Theresa Rogers.

CONGRATULATIONS to Steve and Sandy Borella who observe their 50th wedding an-

niversary on May 26!

LOOKING BACK TO 1972

Donkey Basketball game was played at Hudson High School, between faculty and seniors, all riding on donkeys. Steven Klein was named to the dean’s list at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.

Theresa Coffey was honored as Girl of the Month at the Hudson Girls Club. Robert C. Haynes was appointed to the Hudson Conservation Commission. Dennis Murphy was elected president of the Hudson Firefighters Local 1713. Rosalyn Ferreira and Mary Diani took turns as “Dolly” in the Hudson Catholic High presentation of the musical, “Hello Dolly.” Hudson Industrial Commission was “elated” with decision of Digital Equipment Corporation to purchase 150 acres on Marlboro Street. Kim McLaughlin was winner of a portable color TV in raffle sponsored by Hudson Hockey Association.

Send items for Hudson Happ’nings to 18 Cottage St.., Hudson MA 01749 or email rrimkus18@comcast.net.

By Mary Wenzel Marlborough Columnist

MARLBOROUGH – “The Burrow,” like the magical dwelling in the Harry Potter saga, was the welcoming site of the Mayor’s Charity Benefit on May 13.

It was the fifth and final time for Marlborough Mayor Arthur Vigeant to raise funds for the Mayor’s Charitable Fund that is a significant source of revenue to help residents through emer-

gencies and other unforeseen circumstances.

“People are calling all the time,” said Vigeant. “We just had a situation the other day when a woman called who was being evicted from her house. She had two little kids and just needed some help.”

The Mayor’s Charity Relief Fund was started in 1960 with the proceeds from thenMayor Kuson J. Haddad’s first Inaugural Ball. The funds were

expected to help out a little bit, but not be a long-term solution.

“This is a great night,” continued Vigeant. “The committee was looking for a different venue and they found one.”

The Burrow, on Green District Boulevard, was the perfect setting for the spring event and the warm temperatures allowed guests to enjoy the festivities inside the apartment complex as well as outside on the patio.

By Maureen Sullivan Assistant Editor

MARLBOROUGH – This year’s election season will feature more than races for mayor, City Council and School Committee.

The city clerk’s office is seeking $110,000 to replace its ballot tabulators.

Elections Clerk Steve Kerrigan filed a capital improvement project request with the city. According to Kerrigan, the current

tabulators were purchased in 2007; they are still operational, but they need to be replaced.

“The technology has changed dramatically, and the current machines we have have been phased out and are no longer being used by many communities,” said Kerrigan. “The new machines will allow for faster processing of ballots and easier use.”

Kerrigan added that after initial costs, there will be an

annual maintenance fee of $350 per machine. Since these costs are already part of the city clerk’s budget, there will be no cost increases.

“Tonight is absolutely fabulous,” said Meredith Harris, who co-chaired the benefit with Bob Kays. “The weather really held out for us. It’s a beautiful space, a brand new space.”

Should the request be approved, Kerrigan would like to have the new equipment online by the preliminary election, which is scheduled for Oct. 10.

The funding request will come before the City Council on Monday, May 22.

As a highlight of the evening, it is traditional to announce the Humanitarian of the Year.

This year, Vigeant reached out to local longtime volunteer Ivette Mesmar, who was not only on the committee but as

Marlborough Mayor Arthur Vigeant presented the prestigious Humanitarian of the Year award to Ivette Mesmar who has faithfully served her community over the past 20 years through her dependable and generous volunteer efforts.

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a member of the Lions Club helped serve food to the hungry guests.

“Ivette Mesmar, a resident of Marlborough,” said Vigeant, “has faithfully served her community over the past 20 years through her dependable and generous volunteer efforts.”

Mesmar has volunteered with the Evening of Giving, the

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Mayor’s Charity Benefit

Chamber of Commerce and much more.

Some 350 guests enjoyed not only the new venue but also catching up with friends as the Benefit was the breakout event following the pandemic.

The event featured a variety of food selections from local res-

taurants as well as a caricature artist, a wine tasting room and a silent auction.

Musicians from the Marlborough High School’s Jazz Ensemble kicked off the evening’s entertainment followed with music by the Frye Street Radio group.

The restaurants offering food included some of the finest and most popular eateries in the city.

They included the 110 Grill, Buffet Way, Chill Kitchen & Bar, Classic Pizza 1, Embassy Suites,

Aging Gracefully

by MariAnn Paladino, Dir. of Admissions, Notre Dame Long Term Care

THE BENEFITS OF COOKING TOGETHER

Helping people living with dementia or Alzheimer’s recapture lost memories or even nd calm and comfort in something that feels familiar can be very therapeutic. Cooking activities can be a wonderful way to do this. Scent has proven to be the strongest trigger of memories, especially the scent of food, but cooking requires using all of our senses, from taste to touch. e act of kneading fresh dough or rolling meatballs across your hands can bring back happy memories of childhood or of teaching their own children to cook. Performing the task together can also strengthen old bonds or create new ones as can sharing in the delicious results of your labor.

ere are steps that individuals, communities, and healthcare providers can take to prevent or reverse mild cognitive impairment and improve cognitive function, performance, and brain health in the population overall, and throughout an individual’s lifespan. At NOTRE DAME LONG TERM CARE, we understand that our residents’ needs can change overnight. Please call (508) 852-3011 to learn more about our longterm care center at 559 Plantation Street.

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Evviva Trattoria, Firefly’s, Lost Shoe Brewing & Roasting Co., Marlboro House of Pizza, Marlborough Country Club, Olive Garden, Vin Bin, Welly’s Restaurant and Zarape Restaurant.

Kennedy’s Pub & Market offered a tenderloin appetizer and Dairy Queen provided mini-sized versions of their Blizzard.

“Thank you very, very much for coming,” Vigeant told those on hand while personally thanking his wife Sue and his family as

well as his staff and the Mayor’s Benefit committee.

Assisting Harris and Kays on the Benefit committee were Mesmar, Trish Bernard, Greg Mitrakas, Doug Rowe, Irene Stokes, Dave Walton, Donna Barberio, Dave Bouvier, Scott Duplisea, Susan Vigeant, Gail Walton, Kathy Mitrakas and Lindsey Jaworek.

In addition to Vigeant, city and state officials attending included state Rep. Danielle Gregoire, Marlborough City Coun-

Seniors on the move

Goddard Homestead purchases Saint Peter-Marian High School for Future Senior Living Development

WORCESTER, MA: On December 30, 2021

Goddard Homestead Inc. closed on the purchase of the 23.7 acre Saint Peter-Marian High School property located at 781 Grove Street in a transaction brokered by Kelleher & Sadowsky. The site will be the future home of a new senior living campus that will stay true to Goddard Homestead’s mission of serving moderateincome seniors of Worcester. Goddard Homestead is a non-pro t senior living provider that has been serving the Worcester community for nearly 150 years. eir mission is to provide housing and aging services to those who do not nancially qualify for HUD housing and cannot a ord more expensive senior living options (commonly referred to as the “Forgotten Middle”). e

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Project is designed e ciently to reduce project costs in order to o er a practical senior living alternative that will be below the average cost of other market rate communities in the area.

cilors Michael Ossing, Mark Oram, John Irish, Don Landers, Kathleen “Katie” Robey, J. Christian Dumais, Teona Brown, Sean Navin and Samantha Perlman. School Committee members attending included Katherine Hennessy, Heidi Matthews, Michelle Bodin-Hettinger, Denise Ryan and Dan Caruso. For decades, the Mayor’s Charity Fund has assisted local residents during times of need and the 2023 Charity Benefit has continued the tradition.

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e new community is anticipated to open for residency in late 2024. Early reservation opportunities for future residents began in spring of 2022. Construction is expected to take approximately 20 months beginning in spring of 2023. For more information, please contact Joan Cusson or Tracey King, Marketing Director, at 508-753-4890 or visit www.GoddardHomestead.org.

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Still time to participate in Community Reads events

GRAFTON – The Friends of the Grafton Public Library has announced the Community Read will feature epistolary novels.

Stop by the Grafton Public Library, 35 Grafton Common, to pick up a copy of the adult, young adult and/or children’s Community Read titles.

The adult title is “Love and Saffron” by Kim Fay. This witty and tender novel follows two

women in 1960s America as they discover that food really does connect us all, and that friendship and laughter are the best medicine.

The young adult title is “Love Letters to the Dead” by Ava Dellaira. When Laurel starts writing letters to dead people for a school assignment, she begins to spill about her sister’s mysterious death, her mother’s

departure from the family, her new friends and her first love.

The children’s titles are “Yours in Books” by Julie Falatko and illustrated by Gabriel Alborozo, “The Phantom of the Post Office” by Kate Klise and illustrated by Sarah M. Klise and “Dear Mr. Henshaw” by Beverly Cleary.

There have been a number of events at the Grafton Public

Library throughout this month. The next events include:

• Saturday, May 20, at 11 a.m., Community Room – Thank You Letters. Enjoy the moodelevating benefits of writing thank you letters and warm the hearts of those you show gratitude toward.

• Monday, May 22, at 7:30 p.m., Room 228 – “Reads Well with Others” Book

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Group, “Love & Saffron.”

• Tuesday, May 23, at 7:30 p.m., Community Room –Letters Not Sent. Weighed down by tricky the relationships in your life? Practice letting go by writing a letter expressing all that and then shred it.

• Tuesday, May 30, at 7:30 p.m., Room 228 – Inspirational Book Group and Guided Meditation. “To the Letter: the lost art of letter writing and how to get it back” by Simon Garfield. Please register for programs online at graftonlibrary.org/ events, or call the library at 508839-4649 to register or with any questions.

Spring plant sale comes to Southborough

SOUTHBOROUGH – Looking for plants to spruce up your yard and garden?

The Marlborough Public Library renovation will preserve the 118-year-old Carnegie building while creating a 21st century library that will serve residents for the next 100+ years.

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The MPL Foundation is seeking 1000 residents and businesses/organizations to each donate $1000 and become Library Champions!

Funds raised will be used for furniture, technology, and other needs associated with the renovation, as well as ongoing support.Your tax-deductible donation can be spread over time to minimize the impact on your budget.

The Southborough Gardeners is inviting the community to their spring plant sale May 20 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Southborough Community House.

The sale features annuals, perennials and hanging planters from members’ gardens and local growers.

Funds raised from the plant sale go toward beautification projects in Southborough supported by the Southborough Gardeners as well as their scholarship fund and education.

Plant sale comes to senior center

SHREWSBURY – The Shrewsbury Garden Club is inviting the community to its plant sale on Saturday, May 20 from 9 a.m. to noon.

The sale will take place in the Shrewsbury Senior Center parking lot.

The club will offer a variety of annual plants, herbs and hanging baskets grown in a local nursery. There will also be perennials from club members’ and their friends’ gardens.

The club will be accepting cash, check and Venmo.

For more information, visit shrewsburygardenclub.org.

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The challenges of moving with children

By Michelle Gillespie

In this very active spring real estate market, many families are looking to move to a larger home or relocate to another community. This brings many challenges while buying or selling a home but I can help.

Moving into a new home brings with it a lot of emotions, particularly for families moving with children. Excitement and enthusiasm are coupled with anxiety and apprehension as to whether children will take to the new home and neighborhood. Carefully preparing children for the move, both practically and psychologically, will help ease the transition and make the process smoother and more enjoyable for the entire family.

For close to 20 years, I have been helping families move. Here is my advice on how to make children of all ages cope with the home and buying process and the big moving day.

Here are a few recommendations that I share with my clients when it comes to moving with children.

FINDING A NEW HOME

Communicate - Maintain an open dialogue with children about the decision to move to a new house. Engaging them at the beginning of the process will give them time to get used to the idea and ultimately accept the change. Explain the reasons behind the move, and answer questions truthfully. However, early discussion does not mean it is necessary to bring them to every single home being considered, especially very young children. Once the choices have been narrowed down to perhaps two or three, bring them to the homes so they can begin to feel familiar with new surroundings.

Listen - Listening to what children are saying about the

move is just as important as talking to them about it. By paying close attention to their statements and reactions, parents can alleviate any fears. This is especially important for school-age children and teenagers who may be reluctant to leave their friends and classmates. Avoid being dismissive of their social concerns; acknowledge them and remind them about the new opportunities that await them. Focusing on the positives of the move may help settle down anxious children.

Explore - After deciding on a new home, I can help your family discover their new neighborhood by showing you the playgrounds, community centers, recreation areas and other areas important to the children that help make the environment seem more familiar.

MOVING IN

Comfort - Pack up the children’s rooms last to minimize disruption. The longer they feel secure in their own rooms, the easier the transition will be. Then, set up their new bedrooms first so they feel like they’re back in familiar surroundings. And do not completely redecorate the children’s rooms in the new home; maintain continuity so the children feel secure. It is very important to return to normal routines as quickly as possible, so set up the kitchen second. Try to serve meals at the same times as before, so there is not too much change all at once.

Engage - Show the children all the other rooms in the new home and let them

participate to a degree in decorating decision-making. By accepting input on decoration, parents will make their children feel like they are part of the process.

Surprise - Arrange for special treats to be waiting for everyone at the new house. New games or new cuddly friends will keep the children busy during unpacking and make the first memory of the new house a pleasant one to remember.

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I have close to 20 years of experience working with families to sell and buy a new home. During the COVID-19 pandemic, I sold many homes and moved many families successfully and safely into their new homes. I have a family of my own, so I understand the unique challenges involved with moving families. In addition, we have many safety protocols in place when selling a home to give the sellers peace of mind.

If you are thinking of selling this year, please give me a call. I would love to talk with you about selling your home. You can reach me at 508-934-9818 or Email me at Michelle@ michellegillespie.com.

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Trombetta’s seeks special permit for contractors’ yard

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Family Limited Partnership. The front portion of the property is mixed use, with a seasonal farm stand, minigolf and an ice cream shop. The back portion is where the landscapers’ and contractors’ yard is located.

Plans call for additional mitigation on the south side of the property; landscaping will screen the yard from adjacent residences along Broadmeadow Street.

Following concerns from the Marlborough Fire Department, Trombetta’s will organize the area. Each area would have its own trailer with a number on it so it is clear who it belongs to, and it would have the ability to regulate what is inside the trailers through the lease agreements.

Contractors using the yard will not be allowed to keep any pesticides, chemicals, fuels, or anything that could be a haz-

ardous material.

Hours of operation would be from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays; there may be some off hours to allow tenants to access snow-removal equipment and supplies during the winter.

Tenants would not be allowed to repair vehicles and maintenance within the yard.

Tenants using the contractors’ yard would come in through the southern entrance.

During a public hearing on March 27, the City Council discussed the site plan and heard from several residents who spoke in favor of the plans.

During the Urban Affairs Committee meeting on May 1, the permit was further refined with input from the city’s conservation agent and other municipal departments.

Urban Affairs voted to send the amended permit to the city’s solicitor and have it ready for a future City Council meeting.

American Heritage Museum to host living history events

HUDSON – From May to October, the American Heritage Museum will be hosting a series of living history events.

On May 27-28, the museum will be holding its World War II tank demonstration weekend. The M4 Sherman, M24 Chaffee and special tanks like the M18 Hellcat and M26 Pershing will be operating on the tank driving grounds. WWII veterans will be narrating throughout the weekend, and tank rides and driving will be available for extra charge.

The weekend will return July 8-9. That weekend there will also be WWII re-enactor camps.

On June 1718, there will be the Father’s Day Tanks, Wings and Wheels weekend, featuring the American Elegance Classic Car Show. From Aug. 12 to 14, the museum will be putting on the Centuries of the Soldier, which will feature multiple historical encampments laid out chronologically over the museum grounds.

On Sept. 16-17, attendees are invited to the World War I aviation weekend to see the Nieuport 28, which is the first American fighter. There will also be WWI re-enactments and demonstrations from rotary engines and a WWI ambulance.

The living history events will conclude on Oct. 7-8 with the Battle for the Airfield WWII re-enactment.

During the events, all three of the museums will be open to the public.

Report discusses cybersecurity at Hudson schools

A ransomware attack forced five of the schools to shut down for a day on Feb. 1.

Schuck’s goal is to prevent a breach, but if a breach occurs, then it will be addressed.

Her mantra, so to speak, is “We must, we must, we must protect at all costs.” It’s not just employee data, but also student data that needs protection, she said.

Cybersecurity incidents

In the last three years, Hudson schools have had three incidents. In one incident, a staff email account was compromised by a phishing link and then multiple emails were sent to other accounts, which resulted in the email system being on a lock list for over a week at the beginning of the pandemic.

“The likelihood of you being affected by another incident increases after you’ve had one,” Coughlin said.

Schuck said, “It’s something we try to stay on top of.”

While they will “have little holes,” such as a phishing email about Microsoft Outlook, she said Coughlin is tenacious in filling the holes by making sure the servers and network software is up-to-date.

Staff recently attended a cybersecurity workshop. According to Schuck, the workshop indicated that the data of younger students is being targeted more. Younger students do not have credit reports yet “so that information can be out there for a long period of time,” she said.

Schuck added, “We have to protect our youngest students.”

At the workshop, Hudson staff saw data from a company called K12 Six, which Schuck said opened them up to things they hadn’t considered, including how heavy the incident activity was on the East Coast. School districts, she said, do not always have to report minor incidents of a breach.

Last year, a cybersecurity company rated the school district on 108 best practices. Schuck said the district was rated like a business and “didn’t do very well.” At the time, the resources were not there, but after the workshop, Schuck and her team rated themselves based on a 12-point rubric.

They scored a 25 out of 50, Coughlin noted, which puts thematamoderateriskexposure.

To improve cybersecurity, there were four main areas

staff focused on: an incident response plan, meeting with stakeholders, instituting best practices like multifactor authentication and developing guidelines.

“From this workshop, they gave us the tools,” said Schuck. The technology department wrote an incident response plan in a week with a threemonth timeline. She said the

plan has been helpful to have in place and to have a document in hand.

“Getting these [practices] in place will raise that score significantly,” Coughlin said.

Rodrigues honored In other news, School Committee member Mark Terra-Salomão reported that the Hudson Portuguese Club

hosted Rodrigues at a dinner to honor his retirement at the end of April. He touched upon Rodrigues’ work with the dual language program, a program that many Portuguese speakers in Hudson would have advocated for in the 1970s.

The dual language program is an elementary grade program that promotes bilingualism by placing equal

emphasis on core learning in both English and Portuguese. The curriculum is lined up with grade level standards, according to the Hudson Public School website.

“I just wanted to recognize that community is strong and still exists,” Terra-Salomão added. “There’s still widespread support for programs like this, so thank you.”

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MARLBOROUGH REGIONAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

More than Just Exceptional Networking Events!

What is interesting to me in my first month and a half here taking over as President of MRCC is the number of times I’ve talked to people about what the Chamber of Commerce is and does for its members. Some people think it is just a business networking organization. And yes, bringing businesspeople together at our variety of exceptional networking events is a big part of what we do.

we are not an organization that is funded by the city. We are a separate non-profit entity that supports businesses not only in Marlborough, but in the surrounding communities (hence the word “Regional” in our name.

Others have asked me what it is like working for the City of Marlborough or have wished me good luck getting into politics. Although we have a good relationship with the city leaders in Marlborough,

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Yes, we want strong relationships with community leaders in the communities we serve in order to advocate for our member businesses on a local level. Additionally, we advocate for our businesses at the state level as well. Case in point is the upcoming Small Business Day in Boston on Wednesday, May 24th at starting at the UMass Club and ending at the state house where I and other business representatives from our chamber will be speaking with our legislators on topics important to our businesses. If you would like to For information

join me at this event, please reach out and I’ll be glad to share the details and get you registered.

Our efforts to support businesses of all sizes includes a variety of programs offered in partnership with our members that allow businesses to grow in different ways. These include but are not limited to a variety of expense savings programs, a health insurance option for businesses, a 401K program that reduces the management expense for businesses, and a variety of training programs to help businesses in the areas of leadership, networking, employee training, retention, and much more.

Finally, we offer our members some great marketing options to get the word out about their businesses within our community.

The Marlborough Regional Chamber of Commerce is really a business support organization and connector for the members it serves. That said, we do have some exceptional networking events, case in point being our recent Annual Awards event held on May 4th where we honored a number of different businesses and businesspeople for their exceptional work and service (see photos).

We have a number of great events coming up we encourage businesspeople in the region to come to, EVEN IF they are not members of our Chamber. These events are opportunities to meet some great business leaders and learn how the Chamber may

be of support to your business. See the event list below and register to attend any of them at our website, https://marlboroughchamber.org/events. We look forward to seeing you at them and hope you’ll consider joining our Chamber like the new member businesses listed here did this month!

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President Steve Messineo congratulates award winners earlier this month at the MRCC’s “May the 4th Be With You” annual awards celebration.

Loved ones remembered at Marlborough race

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[Oathout] and remembering all the loved ones that passed on from substance use disorder,” Brittany Metterville, Oathout’s sister, told the Community Advocate. “I don’t think there’s enough awareness around it, so I’m hoping that today really brings a lot of awareness and helps people know that we love them and there’s a lot of support out there for them.”

Beside Oathout’s family –on the other side of the finish line – were close to 100 memorial posters meant to honor loved ones lost to substance use. Each poster included a photo, name, hometown, and two adjectives to describe the loved one.

“Victor [from] Saugus,” one poster read, featuring a smiling young man. “Intelligent. Caring.”

Several runners completing the course blew a kiss to their loved one’s poster on their way to the finish line.

The executive director of

Team Sharing Inc., Cheryl Juaire, was the coordinator of the event. Team Sharing seeks to provide support to grieving families who have lost a child to substance use disorder.

Juaire said that the Remembering Our Angels 5K, now in its sixth consecutive year, has traditionally been held the day before Mother’s Day.

“The reason is that Mother’s

Day is a very hard day for those of us who have lost our children,” she said. “This is an event where we get together, and we get to spend time together as grieving families because we all know what it feels like to lose a child. We support each other.”

Though many had experienced profound loss, and the group had been formed

by shared tragedy and hardship, the event was incredibly encouraging and uplifting, a testament to the power of community and togetherness.

Members of the community eagerly ran and walked down a roughly three-mile stretch of the Assabet River Trail; many people pushed strollers or held hands with loved ones. There were raffles, prizes, and a barbeque lunch waiting for participants upon their return to Moose Lodge.

Participants in the event had a strong sense of camaraderie and togetherness, but that’s not to say there wasn’t competition. Awards were given to the top overall male and female finishers and the top finishers in each age group.

This year, Derrick St. Cyr of Medway was the first finisher, running the 3.1-mile course in just over 20 minutes (20:07.6).

Angelina Adams of Upton was the fastest female participant, reaching the finish line at the 26-minute mark (26:19.7).

Nancy Tobin, who advo -

cates for adopting a new license plate to raise awareness about substance use, told the Community Advocate that when substance use disorder is stigmatized, people who may need help may not receive the treatment necessary for their recovery.

“We’re trying to start the conversation… We need to reduce stigma. We need to make conversation happen, and all work together to elevate this from something that people are hiding,” she said.

Metterville agreed.

“[We need to] bring awareness to people that really look down on people who are struggling,” she said. “Nobody’s perfect – and this really affects a lot of families. Some of them are ashamed of it. For a long, long time people didn’t talk about it. I’m so happy we are doing this today because it will bring a lot of awareness.”

There was no stigma to be found this past Saturday – just community, remembrance, and lots of happy participants.

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Jeremy Oathout’s family sits beyond the finish line.

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Extensive collection of war artifacts exhibited

By Kathryn Acciari Contributing Writer

HUDSON – It’s not just the equipment, it’s the stories behind them.

Such is the essence of the American Heritage Museum at the Collings Foundation and its collection of rare wartime artifacts. With the goal of preserving and exhibiting a collection of historical relics, the American Heritage Museum fosters an interactive experience for its visitors.

“We are an organization of living history experts. We engage and excite people into wanting to know more about American history and the impact of war,” said Hunter Chaney, Director of Marketing and Communications.

The museum offers three distinct collections on exhibit: the American Heritage tank collection; the American Aircraft collection; and a collection of classic cars, many of which were

used during wartime.

The tank collection at the American Heritage Museum was established when the family of collector Jacques M. Littlefield selected the Collings Foundation to receive Littlefield’s extensive array of tanks and artifacts.

“The pieces that were most

important to Littlefield’s core collection are displayed in the museum. The remainder were auctioned to fund the museum’s 66,000 square foot building,” said Chaney. “The M5 Stuart in the exhibit was the first tank that Littleton procured.”

The Collings Foundation is known for its operation of his-

toric aircraft for over 30 years, having hosted interactive flying memorials each year. The tank exhibit at the museum opened just four years ago.

“We opened at the end of 2019 but had to close during COVID. This year we are finally able to stretch our wings and invite the public in,” said Chaney. “Our engagement with the public has grown exponentially, including school groups coming in.”

The exhibit at American Heritage Museum starts with the Revolutionary War and goes all the way up to current conflicts.

“Our museum is not just a collection but a memorial to those who have served our country in times of war. We have veterans come and talk about their experiences and the ravages of war,” said Chaney.

The museum offers monthly events from May to October. On May 27th and 28th, it will host a WWII Tank Demonstration Weekend, which will feature tanks being operated outdoors.

In June is Wings and Wheels, a 1920’s pageant of classic vehicles and aircraft.

“The American Heritage Museum is the only museum like this in North America. The rarity of our collection is unmatched,” said Chaney.

A recent addition to the museum is reconstruction of the Hoa Lo Prison of North Vietnam, also known as the Hanoi Hilton.

“We invited POWs to help with the reconstruction. Working on the project helped them come full circle and reach a point of peace,” said Chaney. “If we forget history, we are bound to repeat it. Our methods of engagement help ensure that history is remembered.”

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Hunter Chaney, Director of Marketing and Communications, stands beside a P-40B Tomahawk – the last surviving flying fighter from the attack on Pearl Harbor.

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Swanski’s Bakeshop a sweet success

By Maureen Sullivan Assistant Editor

WESTBOROUGH – It’s Tuesday morning, and prep work is underway.

For Swanski’s Bakeshop at 72 East Main St., that means lots of baking from scratch with local produce and ingredients.

Come Wednesday morning, its shelves will be filled with bagels, breads, cookies and other baked goods.

But not for long. By the time it closes for the day, most of the items will be sold.

And then it’s back to the shop at midnight for more baking.

“It’s definitely a lot of work,” said Em Milewski.

However, it’s work that she and her partner, Casey Swan, enjoy.

They opened Swanski’s Bakeshop in November 2020. The name of the shop is also the name they adopted when they married about a year ago.

Both Swan and Milewski started baking when they were children. Swan, who specializes in cookies and bars, baked with her mom and grandma, and Milewski baked a little as a child before teaching herself through YouTube and other resources.

Milewski attended Whittier Tech in Haverhill, where she really got into baking. At Johnson & Wales in Providence, R.I., she earned three degrees in three years, including entrepreneurship.

Milewski and Swan met as students attending Johnson & Wales. After college, they moved to Massachusetts, where Milewski had family. Swan worked at Starbucks, while Milewski was running a busi-

ness on Cape Cod.

Both of them worked long hours and realized that their time would be better used running their own business.

“If I’m going to work 100 hours a week, I’ll do it for myself,” said Milewski.

Milewski, who grew up in the area, discovered the space on East Main Street. Soon after, she and Swan had the bake shop up and running.

“We opened in November of 2020,” during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, said Milewski.

During the summer of 2021, she and Swan decided to renovate the shop while selling products at three local farmers markets.

The store was repainted, the lighting was replaced, and retail shelves were installed. They also got new menu boards.

The bakeshop’s menu offers many items with a seasonal twist, such as whoopie pies. Some items are swapped out after a few weeks.

“We have ever-changing flavors,” said Mileski.

Swan added that they try out new flavors on Saturdays.

The baked goods are a result of a blend of ideas — “We mashed together from old family recipes,” said Swan — and all of it is made from scratch.

Bagels are a big favorite among Swanski’s fans. There are three varieties — plain, everything and sesame — and usually sell out before 11 a.m.

“They’re quite popular,” said Swan.

The bakers get produce from Harvey’s Farm and Garden Center, which is just up the street.

In addition to the baked goods, the shop also sells cream cheese and products from Kingdom Coffee Roasters based in Vermont; Swanski’s is the only location in Massachusetts that sells the coffee.

With Mother’s Day, they had quiche and lemon tarts as among the special offerings. Swanski’s Bakeshop is open Wednesdays-Fridays from 6 a.m. to noon, and Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. The shop is closed on Sundays, Mondays and Tuesdays.

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From left, Em Milewski and Casey Swan, the owners and bakers of Swanski’s Bakeshop on East Main Street.

Opened in November 2020, Swanski’s Bakeshop on East Main Street has built up a loyal following.

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Algonquin holds hall of fame induction ceremony

By Evan Walsh Reporter

NORTHBOROUGH – On April 23, hundreds of friends, family and fans gathered in the Algonquin Regional High School (ARHS) cafeteria to celebrate the school’s recent hall of fame inductees.

The ARHS Hall of Fame Class of 2023, the first group of Titans honored since 2019, includes four athletes, two coaches, and the 1979 boys varsity basketball team.

“Today we are honoring outstanding student-athletes, their unique spirit, and recognizing their outstanding athletic achievements while competing at Algonquin,” hall of fame committee chairperson Rob Berger said. “They went well beyond — all in — during their practices, games and athletic competitions. Their remarkable spirit and shining character have been strong building blocks in continuing the exceptional athletic program that exists today at Algonquin.”

Alison Haigh of the Class of 2006 was the first athlete to be recognized. Haigh played varsity lacrosse throughout high school, becoming a Worcester Telegram & Gazette all-star and going on to play lacrosse at the University of Vermont. Outside of lacrosse, Haigh holds several Algonquin track records.

Kevin Brown of the Class of 2009 played four years of varsity baseball and was captain for two years. The state champion played baseball at Bryant University and was drafted by

the Chicago Cubs. Brown was inducted into the Bryant Athletics Hall of Fame this year.

Director of Athletics Michael Mocerino, who was the event emcee and Brown’s former baseball coach, said, “No matter what [was] asked of him. No matter what the challenge was. He was ready. He was committed. He was always hungry. But what made him a true competitor was his dedication to the team.”

“If you’re going to do something, do it right,” Brown said. “If you’re going to commit to something, commit to it – have passion… and conviction in what you’re doing. I think you see that in Algonquin… in the students [and] in the athletics. Algonquin gives you an opportunity to be yourself.”

Brown recalled that an Algonquin drama class gave him the courage to advocate for himself as he fought for a spot on the baseball team. On a team

loaded with shortstops, Brown was able to improvise and asked whether he could play outfield.

Without the drama class, Brown said he “never would have had the courage or confidence to say that.”

James McHugh from the Class of 1969 played basketball and ran track throughout his time at Algonquin. As a senior, he claimed three first-place titles at the league championship. McHugh was involved in track at Bowdoin College, and he has run several marathons.

“It’s really a great honor to be a part of this school, this organization, this event and being inducted into the hall,” he said.

McHugh thanked his wife, parents, coaches, and friends for their support.

Chris DiBello of the Class of 1986 — a four-year varsity football starter who surpassed 3,000 career rushing yards — was the final athlete to be honored. After Algonquin, DiBello coached youth hockey and ran the Boston Marathon. DiBello died in 2016, and his friends and family accepted the award on his behalf.

In a statement given to the Algonquin athletic director and printed in the award ceremony’s program, the family said that DiBello “looked upon his time at Algonquin on and off the field with pure joy; those were indeed the glory days. He cherished the experiences and friendships he had acquired during those years and felt fortunate that they had endured

into lifelong friendships.”

Tom Bertonazzi of the Class of 1967 boasts 30 years of coaching experience, leading Algonquin basketball teams to five straight seasons over 17 wins, including an undefeated season in 2019. Several speakers mentioned Bertonazzi’s passion and dedication to Algonquin athletics.

“You are the epitome of this community and this high school and the passion that this community has,” Brown told Bertonazzi during his speech.

Bertonazzi made an impact on many kids, but the kids also had an impact on Bertonazzi.

“I miss having the kids, teasing them, finding out how their day is, talking to them [and] finding out if they have a problem,” he said. “You want to have a positive effect on these kids, and doing that is the greatest reward you can get.”

The 1979 boys varsity basketball team was also inducted, going 74-6 over four years and becoming Midland Wachusett League champions. Several junior and senior team members reunited to share the stories of the team’s dominant run.

John Healy — the MetroWest Daily News lacrosse coach of the year in 2012 who also lends his voice to broadcast sports games — won the spirit award. Healy led the varsity girls lacrosse team to several highly successful seasons and multiple Mid-Wach A League championships.

“What brings us all together is the Algonquin spirit — it’s what makes what I do so enjoyable,” Healy said.

The Algonquin Regional High School Hall of Fame Class of 2023

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Left: Kevin Brown, Class of 2009, speaks about his time at Algonquin. Right: James McHugh, Class of 1969, thanks his friends and family during his speech.

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Algonquin baseball upsets Wachusett in extra-inning thriller

By Evan Walsh Reporter

HOLDEN – Though the Wachusett team is called the Mountaineers, it was the Algonquin Titans that successfully navigated baseball’s peaks and valleys on May 12, ultimately beating Wachusett 11-8 in a come-frombehind, extra-inning win.

Algonquin came out hot. Jackson Redfern struck out the first five batters he saw — three looking, two swinging — halting a typically potent Mountaineer offensive attack.

The Titans’ offense looked sharp at the start as well, using timely hitting to plate four runs in the game’s first three innings.

Algonquin was aggressive on the basepaths as well. After Jackson Gamache reached on a fielder’s choice, he stole second, reached third on an interference call, and dashed home on a wild pitch. The free bases kept Algonquin’s offense moving, and the team was unafraid to bunt or steal throughout the game.

However, momentum soon shifted to Wachusett. Moun-

taineer reliever Travis Moran was able to keep the Titans’ bats quiet, and Wachusett had an offensive outburst of its own.

A collection of doubles and singles in the third and fourth innings started the scoring for the Mountaineers, but the team’s bats truly caught fire in the fifth. The bases were loaded almost immediately, and the Titans cycled through three pitchers trying to quell the Wachusett attack. The Mountaineers showed outstanding plate discipline, drawing three walks in the inning, and Justin Mariani’s clutch double drove in two of the six total runs scored in the inning.

Wachusett led 8-4 after five innings. Although the Titans had been knocked down, they were never out.

“We support ourselves; we don’t go after other teams. We focus on us,” Algonquin Head Coach Brian Doherty told the Community Advocate. “We have fun, but we encourage each other. We were ahead, and we had a really bad inning — but the bench was still up, and that shows a lot of character. That’s probably the way I want to describe this team — they have great character.”

So, the Titans began to climb the mountain.

It started with pitching. Sean Desmond kept the Titans in the game with several scoreless relief innings. From there, Algonquin’s offense started to reemerge. Redfern’s single drove in a run in the sixth to narrow

the gap to 8-5.

Still, the Titans needed to rally. In the top of the seventh, Algonquin needed to produce at least three runs to push the game into extra innings.

They were up for the challenge.

Four straight singles — by Gamache, Patrick Hanlon, Owen Ellsworth, and Cole Jones — provided the offensive spark the group needed, and the team grabbed the three runs it needed to keep the game alive.

Looking for a walkoff victory, Wachusett roared back. The opening batter reached base and quickly stole second, and with two outs in the inning, the Mountaineers had runners on second and third. PJ O’Rourke ripped a line drive into the outfield, but it was snared by a center fielder to eliminate the threat.

The Titans finally broke through in the top of the eighth. The team once again rode walks and timely hitting into another three-run inning. Jones had the biggest hit, driving in two crucial insurance runs for the

Titans with a double to left field.

Desmond quickly eliminated any hope of a Wachusett comeback, easily retiring three consecutive batters to end the game. The Algonquin team quickly shifted from being nervous to excited.

“We had the lead, and we just had that one inning,” Doherty said. “The kids never hung their heads. Our philosophy is just to win the inning – they did. They came back, and they did exactly what they had to do: they got the timely hit, [and] they didn’t quit. I’m very proud of them –well earned.”

The loss drops Wachusett’s record to 10-5. After stringing together nine straight wins, the Mountaineers have now dropped two straight.

Algonquin, which recently snapped a five-game losing streak, has won two of its last three games, gaining momentum in the back half of the season and improving their record to 6-10. The Titans head to Shepherd Hill before inviting Leominster to Northborough to finish the season.

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Algonquin’s throw beats the runner at a close play at first base.

Bank at the Grafton Town House was the site of a daring robbery in 1870

GRAFTON THEN NOW

By Kristen Remillard History Columnist

GRAFTON - The Grafton Town House building at One Grafton Common has been home to many businesses for almost two centuries.

This building in Grafton has many great stories. Have you ever stood in the location of a historical building and wondered about the things that have happened there?

In the 1800s, this location was known as “The Warren Block,” having been constructed by Captain Jonathan Warren in 1850. Warren ran a shoe manufacturing business in the basement while renting out the remaining spaces to various businesses. One of those businesses included The First National Bank, in the location that was formerly home to Quite Fetching Barkery.

On the night of October 25, 1870, The First National Bank and the people of Grafton would experience a robbery from right under their noses. Ruben Par-

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ris, Samuel Perris, Daniel Docherty, Charles Gleason and James Welch notoriously broke into this bank and men stole every penny from the bank’s safe, amounting to $185,000. None of the money would be retrieved, but the men involved in this crime were later found in nearby Worcester. They were arrested and tried in Superior Court before Judge Pitman on June 1, 1871.

The men were believed to be professionals, collaborating together as a team with everyone delegated to a specific duty, including a lookout. The lookout, who was outside of the bank, would inform the men working inside the bank of any trouble by placing a cord under the door.

The men were for sure familiar with the area.

Can you guess what their getaway “vehicle” would have been in 1870? Yes, it was a team of horses the men stole from someone named Mr. Farwell of New England Village. The crime was believed to have been deliberate and well planned out. After word of the robbery got out, the town’s people gathered around the bank for most of the day in an attempt to make sense of the crime that had taken place.

The building currently houses businesses such as Townhouse Tavern, Apple Tree Arts, Beatz Dance Studio, Gilmore Builders, and coming soon, Uncommon Café. Quite Fetching Barkery ran a unique cus-

tom dog cake bakery and boutique at this location as well. The owners, Emily and Kevin Downey recently moved from the Grafton Town House location after four amazing years serving many grateful dogs in the area. Emily would describe this historical site and the people who ran it as a “community”

and a “family.”

Though crime in Grafton was rare, you will from time to time encounter a story like this that is hard to believe. We should thank our local volunteers at our historical societies like the one in Grafton for filing and preserving the stories that could have otherwise been lost in time.

BVT offers practical nursing program for adults

UPTON – The practical nursing program at Blackstone Valley Regional Vocational Technical High School (BVT) prepares adult students for personal and professional success as practical nurses.

The part-time evening program is currently accepting applications for August 2023 enrollment.

All interested applicants must take the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS), a requirement for the program. The TEAS exam dates are Tuesday, May 16, 23, 30, and June 6. The exam is done remotely via an online testing platform.

“It is a good time to en -

ter the nursing field because there’s such a need for skilled nurses,” said Practical Nursing Coordinator Joann L. Monks, MBA, MSc, RN-BC, RMA.

The affordable program offers small class sizes and accepts in-district, out-ofdistrict, and out-of-state applicants. There is no waitlist, and the TEAS exam from other schools is accepted.

For more information about the program, visit www.valleytech.k12.ma.us/practicalnursing.

To learn more about the exam, visit www.valleytech. k12.ma.us/pnteasentranceexam.

SUPER CROSSWORD

The First National Bank in the Grafton Town House lost every penny of the $185,000 that was in its safe when it was robbed on the night of October 25, 1870.

PHOTO/COURTESY OF THE GRAFTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY

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

Bourque, Linda of Watertown

Brayton, Samantha of Northborough

Cochran, Mary of Hudson

Curtis, Merlene formerly of North Grafton

Dence Jr., Merle of Marlborough

Deveaux, Jacqueline of Marlborough

Evangelou, Agapi of Shrewsbury

Fairfield, Paula of Southborough

Ferro, Leslie of Marlborough

Fleming, Lawrence of Shrewsbury

Karvoski, Patricia of Hudson

Lemoine, Andre of South Grafton

Leonard, Mark formerly of Northborough

Nasemann, Margaret of Westborough

Neilly, Peter formerly of Shrewsbury

Novelle, Cecelia of Shrewsbury

Ordway, Pauline formerly of Marlborough

Pine, Mary of Northborough

Tomasetti, Gino formerly of Hudson

Vacca, Catherine of Marlborough

Vancol, Emie of Hudson

Williams, Josephine formerly of Southborough

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Linda M. Bourque, 80

WATERTOWN/BENEDICTA, MAINE - Linda M. (Sawyer)

Bourque, 80, of Watertown, MA, passed away on Friday, May 5, 2023, at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston of Ovarian Cancer. Born October 27, 1942 in Houlton, Maine.

Linda or “Neenee” as she was lovingly referred, is survived by a daughter, Heidi L. Bourque and grandson, Nicholas Duffy Gleason, both of Northborough, MA; a brother, John Sawyer and his wife Celeste of Marlborough, MA; a sister, Sue Ouellette and her husband Whitey of Florida. Her nephews, Tracy Ouellette and his girlfriend Joy; John Sawyer and his wife Peggy; nieces, Lisa Coash and her husband Donnie, Dena Ouellette, Michelle Sabo and her husband Michael, and Andrea Zapata and her husband Jorge; 14 great nieces and nephews, including, Kurt Sawyer and fiancé Courtney; their son Ryan; Samantha

and Paul Harpin; their daughter Emery; Shawn, Melissa and Danielle Bates; MeLinda and Coty Coffey and Dillon McCarthy and many friends and extended family members. She was predeceased by her sister Patricia McCarthy and nephew, Marcus Wayne McCarthy. Daughter of the late John Stuart and Lillian (Duffy) Sawyer.

Mercadante Funeral Home & Chapel of Worcester and Bowers Funeral Home of Maine assisted with arrangements.

Merle A. Dence Jr., 84

MARLBOROUGH - Merle A. Dence, Jr. died peacefully at home on May 5, 2023, surrounded by his devoted family. Born on June 24, 1938, he was the son of the late Merle and Edna Dence.

Merle was predeceased by his brother Jim, in 2020.

Curious and self-taught, Merle enjoyed a wide range of interests and hobbies. His favorites included woodworking, fishing, golfing and wonderful times with his family on Cape Cod. For his courage, his humor, and his guidance, he will be greatly missed.

Merle is survived by his wife of almost 60 years, Mary Ann, his daughter Melissa Masi and her husband Bob, son Mark and his fiancée Trish Blank, and his grandchildren Allison (Alex Henson), David, Hana, Bennett, and Gabe, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Morris-Johnston Funeral Home of Southborough assisted with arrangements.

Patricia P. Karvoski, 80

HUDSON - Patricia P. (Sharon) Karvoski, 80, of Hudson, MA, passed away on Thursday May 4, 2023 at MetroWest Hospital in Framingham, MA. She was the wife of the late Charles J. Karvoski. Patricia was born on December 11, 1942 to the late Leonard Sharon and Audrey (Woodard) in Hudson, MA.

Patricia leaves her son Craig

Porter and his wife Janet of Venice, FL; daughter-in-law Diana Porter of Hudson, MA; granddaughter Meagan Porter of Clinton, MA; and her great-granddaughter Ava. She is predeceased by her parents Leonard and Audrey, son Scott Porter of Hudson, MA, and sister Maureen Sharon of Hudson, MA.

Tighe Hamilton Regional Funeral Home of Hudson assisted with arrangements.

POLICE LOG

Leslie Ferro, 80

MARLBOROUGH - Leslie (Kaplan) Ferro, 80, of Marlborough, died Monday, May 8, 2023 at UMass Memorial Medical Center in Worcester. She was the daughter of the late Martin and Marcia Kaplan and was the wife of the late Robert

driguez Rivera, 31, of 9 Lincoln Ct., Apt. 1, Marlborough, for B&E vehicle/boat nighttime for felony.

Northborough

Thursday, May 4

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Marlborough

Thursday, May 4

9:05 p.m. Arrested, Ariel Antonio Morales, 27, of 39 Newton St., Apt. 10, Marlborough, armed robbery.

10:25 p.m. Arrested , Noe O. Perdomo-Barrientos, 43, of 145 Van Buren St., Mastic, NY, on true warrants.

Sunday, May 7

1:21 a.m. Arrested, Urvin Ro-

9:32 a.m. Arrested, Tyson Alexander Garrapy, 36, of 9 Miles Ln., Shirley, for unlicensed operation of MV, use electronic device while operating MV 1st offense.

Friday, May 5

2:02 p.m. Arrested, Gerardo Ramon Hernandez, 32, of 5 Dartmouth St., Apt. 2, Worcester, for unlicensed operation of MV, use electronic device while operating MV 1st offense.

11:25 p.m. Arrested, Kevin P. Alvarez, 26, of 6 Amanola Ave., Worcester, for negligent operation of motor vehicle, OUI-liquor of .08%, marked lanes violation.

Saturday, May 6

12:07 a.m. Arrested, Molly Jonaitispazareski, 27, of 433 Howard St., Northborough, for negligent operation of motor vehicle, OUI-liquor or .08%.

V. Ferro, Senior. Leslie is survived by her step-daughters Donna Ferro and her wife Deborah of Burlington, MA, and Patricia Murphy and her husband Arthur of Tewksbury, MA, her step-son Robert Ferro, Jr. of Worcester MA, and her two step-grandchildren, Sean Murphy and Kori Ferro. Slattery Funeral Home, Inc. of Marlborough assisted with arrangements.

10:24 p.m. Arrested, John Carney, 19, of 56 Moore Ln., Northborough, for negligent operation of motor vehicle, OUI-liquor or .08%, use electronic device while operating MV 1st offense.

Tuesday, May 9

7:03 a.m. Arrested, Jaclyn Anne Mattson, 46, of 10 Brody Way, Northborough, for oper MV license suspended for OUI/ CDL/MVH.

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Marlborough firefighters battle fire in mobile home park

By Ron Ayotte Contributing Writer

MARLBOROUGH – Firefighters battled a fire in a manufactured home early on May 11.

Marlborough firefighters responded to a structure fire at 12:53 a.m. at the Post Road Mobile Home Park at 181 Boston Post Road East.

Engine 3 was the first truck on the scene and reported smoke and fire. Engine 1, Engine 4, Engine 5 (running as Rescue 1), Tower 1 and Car 5 responded on the initial alarm. Car 3 also responded. Patriot EMS responded to the scene with an ambulance. A quick, aggressive fire attack kept it to a working fire assignment.

Southborough Engine 22

responded to the scene, and Hudson Engine 2 covered Marlborough’s fire headquarters.

The Marlborough Fire Department’s Fire Investigation Unit (FIU) was requested to the

scene to determine the cause. Damage to the manufactured home was extensive and damage estimates are being assessed. The all out was sounded at 3:53 a.m.

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.

Marlborough firefighters battled a fire in the Post Road Mobile Home Park.

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LEGAL NOTICES

MARLBOROUGH LEGAL NOTICE

Public Hearing –Special Permit

Applicant: JP Morgan Chase

Locus: 189 Boston Post Road West Map 78, Parcel(s) 16

PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT

INFORMAL PROBATE PUBLICATION NOTICE

Docket No. WO23P0612EA

Commonwealth of Massachusetts

The Trial Court

Worcester Division

Probate and Family Court

Estate of: Alice Ann Larosee

Date of Death: January 22, 2023

To all persons interested in the above captioned estate by Petition of Petitioner Patricia N. Larosee of Ewing, NJ.

A Will has been admitted to informal probate.

Patricia N. Larosee of Ewing, NJ. 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.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING HUDSON HOUSING AUTHORITY

Notice is hereby given that the Hudson Housing Authority will hold a Public Hearing at 6:30 p.m. on 7/13/2023 at the Norma Oliver Village community center, 4 Glen Road, Hudson, MA regarding a significant amendment to the Admissions and Continued Occupancy Policy (ACOP) in accordance with the Final Rule of the Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act of 2016 (HOTMA). Changes to the ACOP include the proposed policy for over income families in public housing. A copy of the proposed Amendment will be available for review on 5/19/23 at the principal office of the HHA, 8 Brigham Circle, Hudson, MA 01749 and at www. hudsonhousing.org. Questions may be directed to Jaclyn A. Beaulieu, Executive Director, at jaclynp@hudsonhousing.org.

Notice is given that the City Council of the City of Marlborough will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on Monday, June 5, 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 Andy Fitz, on behalf of JP Morgan Chase Bank to install a drivethru ATM for the Chase Bank branch to be located at 189 Boston Post Road West.

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

Per Order of the City Council #23-1008890

This Legal Advertisement will be published on www.communityadvocate. com and http://masspublicnotices.org

LEGAL NOTICE

Public Hearing – FY2024

Annual Budget

Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Marlborough will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on Monday, May 22, 2023, at 8:00 PM in City Council Chambers 2nd floor, City Hall, 140 Main Street, Marlborough, MA on the Fiscal Year 2024 Municipal Operating Budget submitted by Mayor Arthur G. Vigeant.

All interested persons shall be given an opportunity to be heard for or against the expenditures or any item thereof.

A copy of the budget is available for review in the City Clerk’s Office, 140 Main Street, Marlborough, MA during regular business hours. Additionally, the Fiscal Year 2024 Budget is also available on the City Council and City Clerk website at www.marlboroughma.gov

Per Order of the City Council #23-1008881

This Legal Advertisement will be published on www.communityadvocate. com and http://masspublicnotices.org

CITY OF MARLBOROUGH PLANNING BOARD

MARLBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS 01752

LEGAL NOTICE

Public Hearing –Proposed Zoning

Amendment to Chapter 650, §36 Executive Residential Overlay District.

Notice is hereby given that the Planning Board of the City of Marlborough will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on Monday, June 5, 2023, at 7:00 PM in Memorial Hall, 3rd floor, City Hall, 140 Main Street, Marlborough, Massachusetts to amend Chapter 650, to amend

provisions of §36 “Executive Residential Overlay District.

BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MARLBOROUGH THAT THE CODE OF THE CITY OF MARLBOROUGH, AS MOST RECENTLY AMENDED, BE FURTHER AMENDED BY AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF MARLBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS, SECTION 650-36, AS FOLLOWS:

Amend Section 650-36.C(1) as follows (new text underlined):

The City Council shall be the permit granting authority for special permits and site plan approvals in the EROD. Special permits shall require a twothirds-vote of the City Council, except as modified by M.G.L. c. 40A; site plan approvals shall require a simple majority vote.

Amend Section 650-36.D(2) as follows (deleted text in strikethrough, new text underlined):

Multifamily dwellings, provided that the total number of units within the entire EROD shall not exceed 475 950. Mixed-use development, consisting of a combination of by right or special permit residential/business uses as listed in this section (§650-36, et seq.)

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Per Order of the City Council #23-1008872

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NORTHBOROUGH

PUBLIC NOTICE TO ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE (EJ COMMUNITIES

PROJECT: Northborough Reservoir

Dam Removal Project

LOCATION: Reservoir Street –Northborough Reservoir located on the town line of Shrewsbury & Boylston MA.

PROPONENT: The Town of Northborough Department of Public Works

Per Massachusetts Environmental Policy Act Environmental Notification Form submittal requirements for the abovementioned project, all environmental justice communities within one mile of the Northborough Reservoir Dam must be notified. The undersigned are proposing the partial removal of the dam structure and restore the Rawson Hill Brook to its near natural flow before the dam structure was installed. This project for the dam removal/ ecological restoration project for the Northborough Department of Public Works will not have short-term or long-term negative impacts to the environment or public health that may affect EJ populations. For questions regarding this project, please reach out to Hailey Page at 978532-1900 or by email: page.hailey@ wseinc.com between the hours of MonFri 8AM - 4 PM.

By The Town of Northborough Department of Public Works

WESTBOROUGH

SECTION 106 PUBLIC NOTICE

Mass State Police proposes to remove and install equipment on an existing Self- Support Tower, increasing the overall tower height to 198 feet, at 1 Turnpike Road, Westborough, Worcester County, MA  01581 at Latitude N42° 17’ 35.484”, Longitude W71° 34’ 2.28”. Mass State Police seeks comments from all interested persons on the impact of the tower on any districts, sites, buildings, structures, or objects significant in American history, architecture, archaeology, engineering, or culture, that are listed or eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places. Specific information about the project, including the historic preservation reviews that Mass State Police is conducting pursuant to the rules of the Federal Communications Commission (47 C.F.R. Sections 1.1307(4)) and the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (36 C.F.R. Part 800) will be made available to interested persons who request the information from the contact below. All questions, comments, and correspondence should be directed to Julia Klima at Dynamic Environmental Associates, Inc., 3850 Lake Street, Suite C, Macon, GA 31204, 877-9684787, Sec106@DynamicEnvironmental.com within 30 days from the date of this publication. Re: 22304036”

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CertainProvisionsoftheOpenMeetingLaw,G.L. c.30A,§18,thismeetingoftheHudsonZoning Board ofAppeals will be conducted via remote participation.AtthistimetheBoardofAppealswillhearthe requestofRKRealtyAssociation,LLCtoobtain a variance from Section 6.2.2.1 of the Hudson

ZoningBy-lawstoallowfortheconstructionofa free-standingbankATMwithinthefrontsetback. Thesubjectpropertyislocatedat197-205WashingtonStreetintheC-11CommercialZoningDistrict.TheBoardmayconsideranyactiondeemed necessaryrelativetothesubjectpetition. Allpetitionmaterialsareavailableforreviewin theTownClerk’sOfficeduringregularbusiness hours,ontheTownofHudsonwebsiteathttp:// go.boarddocs.com/ma/hudsonma/Board.nsf/ goto?open&id=CNULAU558CDA and can be requestedbycalling(978)562-2989orbysending anemailtokjohnson@townofhudson.org

MattRussell,Clerk HudsonZoningBoardofAppeals ___________________________ NOTICEOFPUBLICHEARING Petition#2023-02 NoticeisherebygivenofaPublicHearingtobe heldbytheHudsonZoningBoardofAppealson Thursday,March9,2023at7:00p.m.Pursuant totheChapter20oftheActsof2021Suspending CertainProvisionsoftheOpenMeetingLaw,G.L. c.30A,§18,thismeetingoftheHudsonZoning Board ofAppeals will be conducted via remote participation.AtthistimetheBoardofAppealswillhearthe requestofWanderleyandMarellenDePaulare

You are hereby summoned and required to

serveupon: MichelleLinn 627AuburnSt. Whitman,MA02382

lawSectionIVtoconstructanadditionwith

dwellingintoatwo-familydwelling.Thesubject propertyislocatedat20OldBoltonRoadinthe

Youranswer,ifany,onorbefore03/06/2023. Ifyoufailtodoso,thecourtwillproceedtothe hearingandadjudicationofthisaction.Youare requiredtofileacopyofyouranswer,ifany,in theofficeoftheRegisterofthisCourt. WITNESS,Hon.EdwardG.Boyle,First JusticeofthisCourt

heldbytheHudsonZoningBoardofAppealson Thursday,March9,2023at7:00p.m.Pursuant totheChapter20oftheActsof2021Suspending CertainProvisionsoftheOpenMeetingLaw,G.L. c.30A,§18,thismeetingoftheHudsonZoning Board ofAppeals will be conducted via remote participation.AtthistimetheBoardofAppealswillheartherequestofMostNobleLLCtoamendaSpecialPermitissuedonMay14,2015toconstructa14,000 squarefoot,singlestoryexpansiontotheexisting 18,000squarefootbuildingpursuanttoSection 3.3.10.1 of the Hudson Zoning By-laws (WatershedProtectionDistrict)andavariancefrom Section6.2.1.3oftheHudsonZoningBy-lawsfor thereductionintheminimumopenspacerequirement.Thesubjectpropertyislocatedat569Main StreetintheM-6IndustrialDistrict),Assessors’ Map35Parcels36.TheBoardmayconsiderany actiondeemednecessaryrelativetothesubject petition.Allpetitionmaterialsareavailableforreviewin theTownClerk’sOfficeduringregularbusiness hours,ontheTownofHudsonwebsiteathttp:// go.boarddocs.com/ma/hudsonma/Board.nsf/ goto?open&id=CNUL8Z5564CA and can be requestedbycalling(978)562-2989orbysending anemailtokjohnson@townofhudson.org MattRussell,Clerk HudsonZoningBoardofAppeals ___________________________ NORTHBOROUGH ___________________________ PUBLICHEARINGNOTICE NorthboroughPlanningBoard InaccordancewiththeprovisionsofMGLChapter 40A,Section9,theNorthboroughPlanningBoard willholdapublichearingonMarch7,2023at 6:05pmtoconsidertheapplicationforSitePlan ApprovalandSpecialPermitperGroundwaterProtectionOverlayDistrictBylawsubmittedbyHosokawaAlpineAmerican,Inc.fortheproposedadditionof4,500squarefeetofwarehousespaceand associatedimprovementsforthepropertylocated at455WhitneyStreet,Map15,Parcel13inthe IndustrialZoningDistrictandintheGroundwater ProtectionOverlayDistrictArea3.Thisapplication andplansareonfileattheTownClerk’soffice, PlanningofficeandmaybeviewedonthePlanningDepartmentwebpageathttps://www.town. northborough.ma.us/planning-department/pages/ projects-under-review-planning-board PursuanttoChapter20oftheActsof2021,An ActRelativetoExtendingCertainCOVID-19Measures Adopted During the State of Emergency, signedintolawonJune16,2021,asamended byChapter22oftheActsof2022,thismeeting willbeconductedviaremoteparticipation.  No in-personattendancebymembersofthepublic willbepermitted.ToparticipateinthepubliccommentportionsofthismeetingfromaPC,Mac, iPad,iPhoneorAndroiddevice,pleaseclickthis URL to join: zoom.us/j/82546102224https://town-northborough-ma-us. Passcode:

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Date:January4,2023 MatthewJ.McDonough RegisterofProbate

___________________________ INFORMALPROBATE PUBLICATIONNOTICE

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ProbateMiddlesexDivisionandFamilyCourt

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By Maureen Sullivan Assistant Editor

MARLBOROUGH – For his final operating budget as mayor, Arthur Vigeant is recommending an overall outlay of nearly $189 million for fiscal 2024.

The proposed budget, which was brought before the City Council on May 8, is about $8.2 million above the fiscal 2023 budget.

According to a letter sent to the City Council, Vigeant said much of the increase can be attributed to “a continued increase in utility costs, Assabet Valley Regional Vocational School, contract services and added staffing.”

“During budget planning, thirteen department heads requested changes in personnel and/or salary increases,” he added.

Among the proposed new hires – a plumber and electrician for public facilities; and a head adult services librarian and a program outreach librarian for the Marlborough Public

Library.

“Public facilities has struggled to find plumbing contractors, and we are proposing to raise the salary to attract a qualified plumber to fill this new position,” said Vigeant.

“Currently, the city contracts out plumbing work at $120 hourly rate.”

Vigeant said the city is anticipating a net total of

$44,015,549 in local aid from the Commonwealth due to a “substantial” increase in Chapter 70. He also anticipates the city will collect an additional $2 million in tax revenue thanks to new growth.

Increased revenue from the state will also help the city increase its snow and ice budget by $500,000.

For capital outlay, the city

plans to fund a new vehicle for the Police Department and upgraded polling equipment for the city clerk’s office.

“I am proud to share that our continued disciplined fiscal management will allow the city to fulfill the higher costs of doing business and above-mentioned initiatives with a $2.5 million reduction in the real estate tax levy, a zero percent increase in health insurance to our employees and retirees, and a zero percent increase in water and sewer rate to our residents within the

FY24 budget,” said Vigeant. “I would like to thank our strong finance team, Auditor Diane Smith and Finance Director Patrick Jones and their staff for their continued dedication.”

The City Council’s Finance Committee held public hearings on the FY24 proposed budget on Monday, May 15, and Tuesday, May 16, at 6 p.m. in the Council Chamber, second floor, City Hall.

The full council has scheduled a public hearing on the budget for Monday, May 22, at 8 p.m.

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Public facilities has struggled to find plumbing contractors, and we are proposing to raise the salary to attract a qualified plumber to fill this new position.

Arthur Vigeant Marlborough Mayor

City Hall stands on Main Street. Mayor Arthur Vigeant is recommending a budget that is about $8.2 million above the prior fiscal year.

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Shrewsbury School Committee revises district homework policy

By Evan Walsh Reporter

SHREWSBURY – A new homework policy is coming to Shrewsbury Public Schools after the School Committee voted to approve a revised policy April 26.

The effort to revise the homework policy dates back to 2019. The proposed revision would be the first update to the policy since 2002.

During an April 12 School Committee meeting, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment Amy Clouter — who spearheaded the effort to revise the policy — presented

the revised plans with Shrewsbury High School Principal Todd Bazydlo.

Whereas the old policy only covered grades one through eight, the revised policy includes high school students.

Under the new plan, fresh-

man and sophomore students can expect 20 minutes of work per night per class, while junior and senior students may be assigned up to 25 minutes of work per night per class. Bazydlo noted that Advanced Placement (AP) classes may

Bus strike in Marlborough ends, focus shifts to Westborough

By Maureen Sullivan Assistant Editor

WESTBOROUGH/MARLBOR-

OUGH – With contract settlements in hand for school bus drivers in Framingham and Marlborough, the focus now shifts to drivers working for Westborough Public Schools.

Last week, Teamsters Local 170, who represents drivers in Marlborough, staged a threeday strike; Westborough’s drivers remained on the job. An agreement was reached for the Marlborough bus drivers late on May 10.

According to a statement issued by NRT Bus on May 11, “Both sides have agreed to allow the Westborough drivers to vote on whether or not they wish to continue having union

representation. Until then, the parties agreed to pause all contract negotiations for the Westborough drivers, and the union agreed not to strike. The NRT team will continue to focus on their number-one priority: transporting children to and from school safely every day.”

Westborough Public Schools Superintendent Amber Bock has declined to comment.

“Congrats to these workers for holding out for a fair and equitable contract. Strong work by the Local 170 negotiating team and all members,” said James Marks, secretary for the Teamsters local.

“I want to thank the mayor of Marlborough, the School Committee and the Marlborough school administration, as well as their staffs and con-

stituents, for their patience and support during this challenging and stressful period,” said Tim Sheehan, senior vice president of NRT’s operations for New England.

Sheehan also expressed his appreciation for the work of the RMV, Department of Transportation and the Department of Education for their efforts and support both in helping to bring the strike in Marlborough to an end; and in aiding in the development and implementation of NRT’s contingency plans during the strike.

“I am thankful that the strike is settled. I know the students and families have missed their bus drivers and are happy to see them today,” said Marlborough Public Schools Superintendent Mary Murphy.

require more work than the policy prescribes.

The homework time for elementary and middle school students has remained the same in the revised plan.

Clouter and Bazydlo said that they expect that students in the same grade level will take different amounts of time to complete the same task. According to the revised policy, “parents and caregivers are encouraged to speak with their child’s teacher(s) if homework is routinely taking much more or much less time than called for in the guidelines.”

The homework policy revision is meant to promote balance and time management. The plan also acknowledges how technology can impact learning.

“The proliferation of cocurricular activities at the upper-middle level and high school make the issue of balance important,” Clouter said. “The other piece we really considered is thinking about — in addition to cultural and

religious observances and just plain family time — [is] the role that technology can play in supporting students’ academics… but also the distraction factor.”

The new plan also includes a “no homework” calendar.

Two words were mentioned repeatedly throughout the presentation: flexibility and communication.

“Students, educators, and families all have different needs, so partnership and ongoing, two-way communication are key,” Clouter and Bazydlo’s presentation read. “Educators will offer flexibility while still holding students accountable for completing the work.”

Bazydlo mentioned the Goldilocks Principle: too little homework doesn’t help, and too much homework is not helpful. The goal is to assign students a “just right” amount of homework.

The draft of the revised policy can be found at https:// tinyurl.com/2uvc7mr9.

“ The proliferation of cocurricular activities at the upper-middle level and high school make the issue of balance important.

Amy Clouter Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment

BVT students earn medals at skills competition

UPTON – The SkillsUSA Massachusetts 49th annual State Leadership and Skills Conference was held at Blackstone Valley Regional Vocational Technical High School on April 28. SkillsUSA welcomed contestants across the Commonwealth, representing the talent pipeline for skilled trades, to test their occupational training in the Massachusetts SkillsUSA Championships Career Competitions, a showcase of talent for students enrolled in vocational, technical and health education.

It was the 17th consecutive year BVT had hosted the Olympic-style career competition, with thousands of students judged by business professionals according to industry and employment standards. Massachusetts Secretary of Education Patrick Tutwiler visited the campus to experience the event. It was the first time he had visited the campus since his appointment to the position in January.

The annual event was a display of vocational-technical training at its finest. BVT had 128 students test their vocational-technical ability in 60 competitions, with remarkable results: 25 gold, 19 silver and 18 bronze for a total of 62 medals.

The gold medalists earned the right to represent SkillsUSA Massachusetts and compete with champions from all

By Maureen Sullivan Assistant Editor

WESTBOROUGH – The school system did not have to go far to find a replacement for David Gordon.

The new director of finance and administration will be Anita

over the country at the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference in Atlanta this June. The exception is the cosmo under 500 and safety poster design team gold medalists who only compete at the state level and do not advance. However, Kallie Allen and the safety poster design team winners will serve as national voting delegates.

The complete list of medalists is available at www.valleytech.k12.ma.us/skillsusa.

The following students from Grafton earned medals: Gold: Caitlin Brown, health

occupations portfolio; Ava Mills, career pathways showcase industrial and engineering tech; and Grant Purcell, career pathways showcase industrial and engineering tech.

Silver: Caroline Brown, sticker design; Soumith Madadi, computer programming; Owen Mathieu, HVAC/R; Ryan St. Angelo, culinary arts; and Annika Welles, job skill demo A.

Bronze: George Mahassel, cabinetmaking; Noah Mariano, related technical math; and Nicholas Valoras, entrepreneurship.

Patel, who is the current director of finance for Grafton Public Schools.

She will come on board in early July.

Superintendent Amber Bock said she will bring Patel around to meet the staff and School Committee soon.

Patel, who just moved to Westborough, is part of a series of hires either made, or about to be made, by Westborough Public Schools.

Gordon is leaving at the end of the current school year to work at a private school.

Class of 2023 schedule Student representative Aratrika Ghosh presented the schedule for the soon-to-graduate Class of 2023.

The last day for seniors will be May 26; the Senior Ball will be May 30; the baccalaureate and Memory Stroll will be June 2; graduation will be June 3 at 5 p.m.; and Project Graduation will be at Teamworks from 10

p.m. on Sunday to 5 a.m. on June 4.

Ghosh, a graduating senior, was honored by the School Committee for her work as student representative.

Food services Representatives from Chartwell’s Food Service came before the School Committee during its meeting on May 10.

The company has been working with the district for more than 15 years. It not only cooks and serves meals (74,895 per month for WPS), but has helped with implementing a districtwide composting program.

Students learn how to set aside food scraps and leftovers from their meals; Chartwell then sends the leftovers to Black Earth Composting for conversion into compost.

Bock said she is looking into a summer meals program for families with food insecurities, as well as a farm-to-table program.

On April 28, Blackstone Valley Tech hosted the Skills USA Massachusetts State Leadership and Skills Conference.

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Assabet senior receives outstanding student award Camp & Activity Guide

MARLBOROUGH

– Superintendent Ernest F. Houle has announced that Assabet Valley Tech senior Camille Graffeo was honored at the 37th annual Outstanding Technical Student Award ceremony.

Graffeo, who lives in Hudson, studies in the culinary arts and hospitality management program. She was one of more than 50 students recognized in

Worcester.

Graffeo is currently ranked at the top of her class of 260 students. She also is among the top students in the culinary arts and hospitality management program. She also is a member of the Assabet Valley Cooperative Education Program, and she works at the Kith and Kin restaurant in Hudson.

Graffeo has participated in

SkillsUSA as a competitor and officer of the school chapter. She has been a standout athlete and all-star participating in cross country, indoor and outdoor track and field, along with the strength and conditioning program and ski club. She also has received multiple awards for her academic and technical program achievements.

Graffeo engages in a variety

Marlborough High School announces graduation plans

By Maureen Sullivan Assistant Editor

MARLBOROUGH – Graduation

plans for Marlborough HighSchool’s Class of 2023 have been unveiled.

Principal Dan Riley announced details during the School Committee meeting on May 10.

Graduation ceremonies will take place on Sunday, June 4, at 11 a.m. at John G. Noble Field behind Whitcomb Middle School.

“We’re happy with the venue,” said Riley.

In case of inclement weather, the ceremony may be pushed to the afternoon of June 4, or to the following weekend.

There will be a single ceremony for all graduates; students may bring up to four guests.

“We try to make sure it’s equitable,” said Riley on how tickets for the graduation are distributed.

The ceremony will include

a full graduation agenda, guest speakers, live performances by MHS musicians; and free photography for all graduates.

Additional Senior Activities/Dates

Besides graduation, there are several other senior activities on the horizon:

• Tuesday, May 30: Collection of obligations and distribution of caps and gowns between 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. in MHS Field House.

• Wednesday, May 31: Senior Breakfast followed by mandatory graduation rehearsal at Noble beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the high school cafeteria. Students will meet and park at MHS, then walk up to Noble Field after the breakfast.

• Thursday, June 1: Mandatory graduation rehearsal beginning at 8:30 a.m. Students will meet and park at MHS, then walk up to Noble Field

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through Goodnow School. Graduation walk at middle and remaining elementary schools immediately following rehearsal.

• Friday, June 2: Senior Prom at Union Station. Senior Allnighter event at Wayside immediately following prom.

of extracurricular activities, is a member of the principal’s leadership team, and is a student ambassador for the district School Committee.

Additionally, Graffeo is seen as a peer leader at Assabet, where she has acted as a student tour guide, worked as a ninth-grade orientation leader, volunteered for community service projects and organized both food drives and school campus cleanup events.

“Assabet helped me to achieve academic and technical education success. Through my involvement in SkillsUSA, Student Council and the principal’s leadership team, I learned career readiness and leadership skills that have prepared me well in the hospitality management field,” said Graffeo. “My education and extracurricular activities provided me with a

balance and lifelong friendships. It is an honor to receive this award and be included among exceptional vocational technical students across Massachusetts. Thanks to my advisers and teachers at Assabet because without their support and providing me with opportunities, I wouldn’t be the student and person I am today.”

“I would like to congratulate Camille for her exemplary commitment to education and excellence,” said Houle. “Our students are truly given unique opportunities here at Assabet because they can advance in their education and career. We encourage our students to chase their dreams, and it is truly an honor to see our students’ dreams come true here at Assabet.”

Graffeo plans to continue her education at Framingham State University.

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