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Average quarterly sewer bill projected to increase by $30
By Sarah Freedman Contributing Writer
HUDSON – The Select Board approved the water and sewer rates for the 2025 fiscal year at its June 17 meeting. With increases of 5 and 16%, the average resident will see a $7 increase in the quarterly water bill and a $30 increase in the quarterly sewer bill.
The intent of increasing the rates is to build capacity for the debt service payment due in fiscal 2026 for the phase two wastewater treatment plant upgrade and to cover cost for contract operations of the plant starting July 1.
The rates were set as effective as of May 15, 2024.
For the Water Enterprise Fund, an estimated total rate revenue of $5,138,952 would be generated, while for the Sewer Enterprise Fund, a total rate revenue of $6,331,098 would be gained for fiscal 2025.
The water rates range from $8.20 to $9.85 per 100 cubic feet for usages up to 1,400 cubic feet and at a limit of 15,000 cubic feet and above. The sewer rate is billed at $13.24 per 100 cubic feet of water usage.
Select Board member Diane Bemis thanked Department of Public Works Director Eric Ryder for “letting us know well in advance” of the possibility of the rate increases.
She said, “We knew that this was coming.”
Select Board Chair Scott Duplisea said with a topic like water and sewer rates, “there’s a lot of questions, as there should be.” He asked Ryder to explain the rates and how they were
Resident seeks details on Marlborough veterans
By Maureen Sullivan Assistant Editor
MARLBOROUGH – More than names on monuments, more than faces on banners — to Matthew Sargent, those from Marlborough who died while serving in this nation’s armed forces deserve more. He wants to collect and preserve the stories that go with the names and faces.
“There’s more than just a name to the monument,” said Sargent, who’s a lifelong resident.
Sargent’s search for stories began in 2011, while he was working for the U.S. government. He was a civilian on board a Navy vessel off the coast of Italy when he learned about the Sicily-Rome American Cemetery in Nettuno, near Anzio.
“I asked who from Marlbor
Senior Center seeks to revamp lunch program
By Maureen Sullivan Assistant Editor
MARLBOROUGH – A grant from the Cummings Foundation will help the Marlborough Senior Center recharge its lunch program.
Earlier this summer, the center received a $75,000 grant, over a three-year period, to hire a chef and offer in-house lunch items twice per week.
“It will allow walk-in service and make it much more user friendly,” said center Executive Director Trish Pope.
She said when the senior center first opened in 2015, the kitchen was run by a center regular in a “quid pro quo” arrangement – lunches prepared at the center in exchange for the regular
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Matthew Sargent reads the names of those from Marlborough who died in service on Memorial Day, May 25, in front of City Hall. (Photo/Maureen Sullivan)
AJ Rennie was Marlborough’s last blacksmith
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Grafton’s annual 4th of July parade features new ‘top dog’
By Maureen Sullivan Assistant Editor
GRAFTON – It was a close race, but in the end an Australian shepherd named Sadie fended off a late challenge from Shadow to become Grafton’s new dog mayor.
“She’s a good girl and very sweet,” said her owner.
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According to Maureen Swier, a parade volunteer and social media coordinator for the Grafton Cultural Council, Sadie is the first female to be elected “top dog” for the 4th of July.
“She showed the boys who’s boss,” said Swier. Sadie succeeds Bruno, a Rottweiler who was named dog mayor last year.
She added that it was a “pretty good turnout” with hundreds of votes cast in the online election run by the Cultural Council.
Sadie received a gift bag and lots of pats on the head. Instead of marching in the annual parade, Sadie and her owners opted to sit on the sidelines.
The parade itself, which lasted about 25 minutes, began at the North Street Elementary School and made its way toward the Common. Units included police and fire vehicles; local Scout groups, Grafton Football and Cheer; government officials; and several decorated floats. Oh yes, and plenty of candy for the kids.
Once the parade ended at the Congregational Church parking lot, young and old wandered through the Common, taking part in some children’s activities and grabbing a bite from a couple of food trucks.
Ideas and volunteers are always welcome. To see how you can take part in the 2025 parade, email grafton4thofjulyparade@gmail.com.
Left: All hail Sadie, an Australian shepherd who was chosen as Grafton’s dog mayor.
Middle: Antique cars were among the vehicles taking part in Grafton’s annual 4th of July parade.
Right: State Rep. David Muradian, right, joined members of the Grafton Select Board. (Photos/Maureen Sullivan)
Westwood Swing Band opens concert series at the Willows
A good-sized crowd came to the Willows on July 3 to hear the Westwood
By Maureen Sullivan Assistant Editor
WESTBOROUGH – On July 3, the Westwood Swing Band kicked off the summer concert series at the Willows on Lyman Street.
The band performed a series of jazz and swing classics.
All concerts, which are free, will take place in the courtyard from 7 to 8:15 p.m. If the weather is poor, the concerts will be closed to the public.
The remaining schedule:
July 17: Fantasy Big Band
July 24: Riverboat Stompers
July 31: Dan Gable and the Abletones
Aug. 7: Swing Legacy
On July 17 and Aug. 7, visitors can be a guest of the Willows and receive a complimentary dinner and facility tour prior to the concert. To RSVP, call 508-366-4730, ext. 2020.
For more information on the Willows, visit https://salmonhealth.com/locations/thewillows-at-westborough/.
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Swing Band. (Photo/Maureen Sullivan)
Average quarterly sewer bill projected to increase by $30
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determined.
The enterprise accounts for water and sewer were approved at Town Meeting in November 2023, Ryder said. Any revenue has stayed within those enterprise accounts.
“What that does is it covers all of the operating expenses of a water treatment plant, staffing,” said Ryder.
He said the same mechanism applies for stormwater and wastewater treatment and related staffing. Payroll and benefits for staff are paid to the town out of the enterprise accounts. Those expenses originally came from the general fund in the budget, he said.
He said the wastewater treatment plant upgrades that address per- and polyfluoro -
alkyl substances (PFAS) were being paid for directly from the water and sewer rates.
Ryder said, “We anticipated that [16% increase] as well as we anticipated for 5% increase on water. Again, we have to look at capturing, covering our revenue, covering our expenses and then also looking at planning for future needs.”
The town has over 18 pump
stations that are from 12 to 25 years old, he said. In terms of future development in the town and the water capacity, Ryder said they would work with that person or people to provide water and sewer to the proposed project, and that would be part of the process.
Duplisea asked if the town was receiving any more settle-
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ment funds from any businesses for PFAS. In July 2021, the town reached a settlement with Precision Coating Co. Inc. for causing elevated levels of PFAS in drinking water at the time.
Executive Assistant Thomas Gregory said the town is three or four years into receiving $114,000 annually from Precision Coating. On the national level, Hudson is also a part of a multidistrict litigation that was brought against 3M and DuPont, and “we’re getting very close to a settlement” in a month or two.
Ryder said, “The court has given a ruling on that. It’s just we’ve submitted more documentation.”
He said there would be an initial disbursement and then others over 10 years as part of the ruling.
As for PFAS levels, Ryder said they are “at non-detect” levels, and quarterly testing is done on all town wells and filters. A non-detect result means that any PFAS contaminant is not present at a level high enough for detection. In other business, the Select Board approved and authorized the signing of a contract with the Addiction Referral Center, which is located at 33 Main St. in Marlborough, in the amount of $20,000 for referral services for Hudson residents. Duplisea noted that the appropriation was voted on and approved at the 2024 Annual Town Meeting.
Gregory said, “This is also exempt from public procurement Chapter 30B. … A social service provider, healthcare provider is exempt from procurement.”
Duplisea asked why they went through a contract versus simply donating the funds, and Greogory said that “the contract protects the town’s interests” and ensures the money goes to the intended purpose.
Duplisea also congratulated the Hudson High School girls softball team for a great season that saw it get to the Division 3 finals before being defeated. He said to “make it all the way to that state final, as they have done numerous times” was a great accomplishment.
Select Board Vice Chair Judy Congdon congratulated senior Sam Collette for getting her 100th hit in the championship.
By Evan Walsh Reporter
HUDSON – An ocean divides them, and a feast unites them.
On July 1 — one day after the Holy Ghost Feast — Hudson representatives met with officials from Vila do Porto, the town’s “sister city” located on the island of Santa Maria in the Azores, a Portuguese archipelago.
Each delegation discussed how their town has changed and how their respective government is run, but the Portuguese visitors seemed to be most interested in a 1910s-era photo of the Holy Ghost Feast in Hudson. The feast was originally brought to Hudson by descendants from Santa Maria around that time, and after a brief break in the action, the event returned to Hudson in 1974.
“We have such a large Portuguese community here. It’s really nice having the officials here. … They’re very nice people. It’s very nice to have them. I think a lot of the Portuguese people here are proud when somebody like them comes here to help celebrate,” said Select Board Chair Scott Duplisea, who will travel to the Azores in September.
This is the 38th year of the “sister city” partnership between Hudson and Vila do Porto.
Barbara Pereira Torres de Medeiros Chaves, the president of the municipal chamber, and Joao Manuel de Andrade Fontes, Vila do Porto’s president of the assembly, were two of the dignitaries who came to the Town Hall. They had previously visited the Holy Ghost Feast and the State House, said Duplisea.
Resident seeks details on local veterans
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ough is buried there,” he said.
From there, Sargent has compiled more than 340 stories of those who died in service, from King Philip’s War to the present day.
For most of May, Sargent posted these stories on social media. Many of these stories include basic information — branch of service; where and when they served; medals awarded; date and cause of death.
The responses have provided “more human” details such as where they went to high school, where they used to hang out, how friends and families best remember them.
On May 25 — Memorial Day — Sargent led a run from the Hildreth School to City Hall. There, participants helped assemble a photo memorial of fallen veterans.
Some of these photos elicited memories from those who know this person or that person.
During the spring and fall,
the city’s main streets are lined with dozens of banners honoring veterans from the Civil War to the present day.
Sargent’s collection is currently in computers and hard drives. He is working with the Marlborough Historical Society to add a special page to its website that would feature these veterans.
He said he has photos for most
of the veterans, and he is in contact with family members about obtaining photos for those entries without them.
Sargent also hopes to compile this information into a physical notebook.
“I’m thinking about it,” he said. For the latest from the society, visit www.historicmarlborough. org.
Military personnel from Marlborough who died in service were honored with a special wall of photos on Memorial Day, May 25, in front of City Hall. Each photo includes the name, rank, place and time of service, how they died and their service patches.
(Photo/Maureen Sullivan)
Aging Gracefully
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AJ Rennie was Marlborough’s last blacksmith
MARLBOROUGH THEN NOW
By Linda Rennie History Columnist
MARLBOROUGH – Albert
James (AJ) Rennie arrived on the shores of America in 1913 from Scotland.
He got his start in the blacksmith trade at the age of 14 in Scotland at his brother-in-law’s shop. He accepted a job with Nathan Taylor Blacksmith, located on Winthrop Street when he arrived in Marlborough.
Nathan Taylor Blacksmith was one of twelve blacksmiths located in the city at that time. He also worked for John Graham before opening his own shop in 1916 on Lincoln Street. The operation was always very busy with horses and wagons still being the main source of transportation. In those days it cost $1 to have a horse shod. In 1926, he closed his shop and went to work for the shop
on Winthrop Street again. Six years later he reopened his own shop again at 67 Lincoln Street. He traveled far and wide with his trade and was well known for his skill. It was said he never met a horse that he couldn’t shoe.
There was a horse at Hogan’s Horses that no farrier would go near. After he took a kick from
the horse (launching him into a pile of manure), he managed to shoe him. He would shoe as many as 35 horses in a typical day. AJ even shod the horses of famed cowboy Gene Autry when he brought a rodeo to Boston. He also shod a horse that finished second in the Santa Anita Derby. He went as far as Woodstock, Vt, to shoe
head grower there was a Native American who used the horse to plow the fields.
Despite all his work with horses, AJ never owned a horse. The blacksmith shop had two forges to work the iron. AJ’s son, Robert, fitted one with electricity, but AJ never changed it over and continued to use his foot power to keep the bellows blowing.
By 1942, he was the only blacksmith shop left in the city. In the 1960s he and his son Robert expanded the business into the related field of welding.
horses.
Eventually, the automobile started to cut the village smithy’s business. A harness racing fan, AJ was kept busy caring for the animals stabled at Marlborough’s Trotting Park. He also continued working with various other saddle and work horses in the area such as Fiske’s Nursery. The
After the passing of his father Robert Rennie, along with the part time help of his sons, Robert (this columnist’s late husband, who later served as Marlborough’s deputy fire chief) and James continued to run the business. At that time, Robert expanded it to fencing. The Rennie business closed in 1982.
The end of an era that began with a young blacksmith from Scotland.
Above: Blacksmith AJ Rennie, third from left, in Scotland, before he immigrated to the United States in 1913. Photos/courtesy of the Rennie family Left: AJ Rennie, holding the horse’s foot, was the last blacksmith in Marlborough.
Fuccillo to hold office hours
MARLBOROUGH – Ward 6 City Councilor Albert “Trey” Fuccillo will be holding inperson office hours on July 13.
The office hours will take place between 10 to 11 a.m. at the Fort Meadow Association Clubhouse at 58 First Road. Constituents are encouraged to attend; no RSVP required.
If you are unsure of who your councilor is, visit the ward and precinct map at https://www.marlborough-ma.gov/ city-council.
Friends of Marlborough Library accepting donations
MARLBOROUGH – The Friends of the Marlborough Public Library will be accepting donations at the library, 35 W. Main St., on Saturday, July 20, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Books, CDs (music and audiobooks), DVDs, vinyl records, puzzles and board games are welcome. All items must be in good condition.
No cassettes, VHS tapes, encyclopedias, magazines, Reader’s Digest condensed books or textbooks more than five years old will be accepted.
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Ever hear of Liver Qi Stagnation? It might just be the reason you feel “stuck” and irritable. Find out what it is and what you can do about it. Any of this sound familiar …
From Frustration to Freedom – Unlock your potential with Acupuncture Western world. It’s called Liver Qi Stagnation (LQS). Our high-stress, fast-paced schedules, processed food, and sedentary ways contribute to making LQS easy to slip into.
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This Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) pattern impacts so many of us in the modern
A little background: in TCM theory, each organ has biological and systemic functions, is associated with one of the five elements, a season, an emotion, and holds a role or personality. The Liver is considered “Official General” whose role is to be in charge of smooth flow, coursing, dispersing and discharging Qi (think metabolic function) to all areas of the body. We are talking highways to all spaces and farthest places. When things run smoothly, the General is happy and everyone enjoys the fruits of efficient labor. When there is a traffic jam, it backs up the free flow of Qi causing limited access or blocked pathways. The pent-up energy created produces Heat, which really steams the General. That’s where acupuncture can help calm the Liver Qi, free blocked areas, and restore smooth flow. Happy General, Happy Life!
If you feel like this pattern description is familiar, then come see me at Beacon Acupuncture to get some relief. Things you can do in the meantime: follow a calming lifestyle with regular “early-to-bed” sleep patterns, walking for 15 mins twice a day, and a diet which avoids overly cold, rich, or congesting foods.
City Councilor Trey Fuccillo will be holding office hours on July 13. (Photo/ Courtesy)
Phil Kittredge steps down from Westborough Food Pantry
By Maureen Sullivan Assistant Editor
WESTBOROUGH – Phil Kittredge stood at the freezer, storing package after package of chicken.
He had just returned from a trip to Stop & Shop, where he picked up donations for the Westborough Food Pantry on East Main Street.
The trip is usually short and quiet. Not this time.
On June 27, Kittredge and his cargo of donated meat were given an escort, courtesy of the Westborough Police Department.
“I still can’t believe they did that,” he said.
The escort was to honor Kittredge, who was working his final day at the food pantry after 20 years of service.
His wife, Donna, retired in January.
Both remembered when the food pantry started about 40 years ago — one room at the senior center with no refrigerator or freezer.
The food pantry served about 30 people back then — each client would receive one bag of groceries per week.
Kittredge, who was a member of the Fire Department, served as the department’s liaison.
“We bought peanut butter from BJ’s whenever they
needed it,” he said.
After he retired from the Fire Department in 2013, Kittredge served as president of the food pantry, stepping down in 2023.
He leaves a food pantry with refrigerators and freezers, sorting areas and — most important — a crew of more
than 85 volunteers, and a community helping to keep the shelves stocked.
“We have support from so many community organizations,” he said.
That increased support is in response to increased need, especially over the past few years. According to Kittredge, the food pantry currently serves 290 families, including those living at local hotels and at the Sharp Building.
“You need to do something,” he said. “There are people who don’t have what we take for granted.”
While they said they’ve enjoyed their time at the food pantry, it was turning into a full-time job for both of them.
“The two of us were here close to 40 hours per week,” said Donna.
Now that both have retired, Phil Kittredge said they plan to do lots of day trips. He will keep working on his “side job,” repairing and restoring antique toys and trains.
In addition, he’s work -
ing on a book on the former state reform school, and he continues to restore old photographs.
About the Westborough Food Pantry
The food pantry is in the Forbes Community Building at 9 E. Main St.
Current hours are Tuesdays from 9 to 11 a.m. (for ages 60 and older); Thursdays from 9 to 11:30 a.m. and 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Food donations may be dropped off at the pantry during distribution hours or by appointment. Call ahead to arrange drop-off time.
Food donations may also be dropped at the Westborough Fire Department lobby (24 hours a day), Roche Bros. and Stop & Shop.
No expired or damaged items, please.
Financial donations are also accepted.
For information on what’s needed, and how to volunteer, visit https://westboroughfoodpantry.org/.
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HUDSON – Hudson resident
Jose Manuel Costa and his wife, Elita, were crowned as Emperor and Empress of the Imperio Santo Mariense at its 50th annual Holy Ghost celebration Sunday, June 23 at St. Michael’s Church and Hudson Portuguese Club.
Boston Bishop Christiano Barbosa celebrated the Mass
in honor of the Holy Ghost, and crowned the couple with traditional Holy Ghost crowns. After the Mass hundreds of parishioners and visitors formed a procession, and walked up Main, River and Port streets to the Club, where they enjoyed Portuguese soups and breads, music and other events.
The 50th annual celebration was organized by Hudson residents Paul and Olga Freitas,
who recently received the Portuguese Heritage Award at the State House for volunteering and organizing the event. Portuguese Club president Kevin Santos said that the local celebration honoring the Holy Ghost was first organized about 1911 by local residents from the island of Santa Maria, but as local organizers agedout, it ended. He is grateful for its revival in 1974 by the Freitas.
Boston Bishop Christiano Barboso celebrated the Imperio Mariense Feast of the Holy Ghost Mass at St. Michael Church Sunday, June 30. The Feast, native to the Santa Maria Islands, Portugal, was revived 50 years ago at the Hudson Portuguese Club.
(Photo/Courtesy)
Following the Imperio Mariense Mass of the Holy Ghost at St. Michael Church June 30, parishioners and followers from other towns walked in procession up Main Street, River Street and Port Street to the Hudson Portuguese Club for food and festivities. (Photo/Courtesy)
Local author acknowledged “Forgotten Sacrifice, Arctic Convoys of World War II”, a book by local author Michael G. “Mike” Walling, is referenced in the upcoming film “The Arctic Convoy” by Magnolia Pictures. Walling said he has spoken with one of the directors who said he had read his book when it was published in Oct. 2012 and was impressed. Walling is the author of several books on military subjects. A reviewer of “Forgotten Sacrifices” said “Author Michael Walling captures the Arctic convoys’ bitter essence in his book.”
ARC receives grant
ARC (Addiction Referral Center) of Marlborough, which also serves Hudson and area residents, has received a $60,000 grant from the Cummings Foundation. Tracy Gustafson, volunteer president of the ARC board of directors, thanked the Cummings Foundation “for your humble philanthropy.”
Recipe swap
Adventures in Food program includes a Summer Recipe Swap Tuesday, July 23 at 6:30 p.m. at the Hudson Public Library. Adults 18 and over are invited to bring a favorite summer recipe to exchange with others and a sample for all to try. Register at huds.pl/events.
Great movie songs
Musician David Polansky will present an afternoon of “Great Songs from Great Movies,” Saturday, Aug. 3 at 2 p.m. at the Hudson Public Library. He will cover songs from “Singin” in the Rain” to “Star Wars,” so come prepared with your own requests. Program is for adults 18 and over. Register at huds.pl/events.
55th HHS reunion
Committee planning the 55th reunion of Hudson High School class of 1969 will meet Thursday, Aug. 8 at 5:30 p.m. at Hudson Lodge of Elks, Park Street, to complete reunion plans. The reunion will be held Saturday, Oct. 5 at Ridgefield Townhome Condominiums in Clinton. For more information contact Pat Muscati at pmuscati@yahoo.com.
Wood Park concert
The Wood Park Summer Concert series continues at the Vic Dyer Memorial Shell, Park Street. The “KO Trio” will present an eclectic mix of Jazz, Blues, R&B and Pop music spanning the century Wednesday evening, July 24 at 6:30 p.m.
SPECIAL GREETINGS TO Lennie Bowen, congenial Senior Center bus driver, who marks a milestone birthday on July 13.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY
July 14 – Paul Martel, Mario Graca, Cindy DeRuyter, Adam Blood, Amber Kent, Shanelle Butler and Rebecca Appel
July 15 – Chris Afonso, Ann McPartlen, Jim Dunnell,
Edward Koczur III, Austin Bruneau and Brianna Serio
July 16 – Corinne Ethier, Rebecca Drouin, Ryan Waingortin, Rosella Bradley Donahue and Kathryn Mattocks
July 17 – Don Quinn and Bill Percuoco
July 18 – Mary Rubino, Drew Holden, Kyla Davis, Sharon Evans and Dave Doucette
July 19 – MaryAnn Wilbur, Mark Gillespie and “Ree” Parness
July 20 – Jack McGuiness, Don Gellenthien, Ellen Cunningham and Paul Veo
July 21 – Mary Millett (101st) !, Ed Karvoski Jr., Joanne Hickey, Helen Roach and Alison Hazel Vickery
July 22 – Dave Alberghini, Jennifer Lepire, Julie Hussian and
Living in New England
Women carrying Portuguese bread on their heads walked in the procession from St. Michael Church to Hudson Portuguese Club following Imperio Mariense Holy Ghost Feast Mass at St. Michael Church Sunday, June 30. (Photo/Courtesy)
Chandler Goodwin
July 23 – Caitlin Lowe, Judy Parsons, Laura Waingortin, Sharon Larson and Olivia Rose
Smith
July 24 – Greg Newton, Ian Campbell, Rickie Higgins, Regan Quimby, twins Ian and Jillian Vickery
July 25 – Chris Bissett
July 26 – Diane Reynard Ghikas, Justin Macedo, Zachary Smith, Erin Bratica and Richard Harrity
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY
July 16 – Bert and Marsha Beals
July 17 – Richard and Mary Harrity
July 18 – Michael and Cheryl Murphy; Rocky and Nancy Zina
SUNNY BEACHES & LOCAL BANKING REWARDS
July 19 – John and Dawn Rich
July 23 – Jack and Kathy Kittredge
July 25 – Dan and Barbara Siktberg
LOOKING BACK TO 1973
Miss Carmela Farley, who retired after 55 years teaching in Hudson schools, was presented with a Paul Revere bowl by Joseph Lapine at the Manning Post VFW 50th anniversary banquet. For Sale in Hudson, 2-bedroom home on private road, $17,900. Mickey McNally and his “Royal Pastels” were playing at the Poor Farm Lounge, lower Main St. “Lollipops” in Jean Beddow Arnth’s recital were Tina Bissett, Karen Ricciutti and Brenda Sadowski. JFK School summer playground directors were: Jackie Murphy, Joanne Marques and Joanne Donovan. Adam Wolkovich closed the doors of Hudson Pharmacy at 65 Main St. and sold the business to McCormack’s Apothecary. Rosemarie Brophy joined the staff of Hudson Realty brokers. Send items for Hudson Happ’nings to 18 Cottage St., Hudson, MA 01749 or email rrimkus18@ comcast.net.
By Evan Walsh Reporter
SHREWSBURY – After graduating high school, several Shrewsbury High School seniors have chosen to give back to their country.
Logan Blanchette and Jonathan Milord have joined the U.S. Marine Corps, while classmates Matt Tran and Andrew Goncalves have enlisted in the U.S. Navy. Liam DeLeon has joined the Air National Guard, and Aaron Fournier has entered the U.S. Army.
Some of the Shrewsbury High School graduates began their service as early as June, traveling throughout the country.
“I’m really excited about the brotherhood that you find. I went on a military trip with a group of guys — we were all military. We didn’t even know each other for the first hour,
but by the end of the day, we were talking about our entire lives as if we knew each other forever,” said Fournier, whose military career will begin at
Fort Jackson in South Carolina. The decision to join the military was different for each person.
Milord, for instance, opted
to join the military after conversations with a recruiter, while others, like DeLeon, had wanted to join the forces since they were very young. Several
of the six soon-to-be soldiers, marines, sailors and airmen have family members who previously served.
“I’ve wanted to join the military for as long as I can remember. My grandfather was a part of the Army, and my other grandfather was a part of the Air Force. Ultimately, that led me to joining the Air Force — following in my grandfather’s footsteps,” said DeLeon.
DeLeon will be moving to Texas to begin his career in the Air National Guard.
“My uncle, he’s probably the coolest uncle I’ve ever had, he was in the Army. … When it came down to college decision time, it was either I go to college and follow everyone else, or go to the military and go to a really good college. Ultimately, I chose to go to the military and set a really good foundation for my future,” said Fournier.
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When the Community Advocate spoke to the seniors in May, most of them acknowledged they’re nervous about certain aspects of enlisting — like learning proper etiquette, procedures, and how to properly address their superiors, for example. But, everyone was excited overall.
It’ll be a “culture shock,” they said, but ultimately, they’re ready “to grow and learn what to do after high school,” explained Tran.
On May 14, the six students were honored in front of hundreds of their peers and community members on Academic Awards Night. When speaking to the Community Advocate, four of the military-bound seniors said that the roundof-applause was particularly meaningful, especially because going to the military isn’t usually seen as the “typical” path after graduation.
“I felt motivated to actually do it even more. It was great to see people appreciate the fact that we’re going through that hard work and that training,” Milord said.
“To get that recognition, it’s something that not a lot of people get. Typically, people overlook those going to the military after high school, so it felt really special,” said Fournier.
Liam DeLeon, Jonathan Milord, Matt Tran, and Aaron Fournier have joined the military since graduation. (Photo/Evan Walsh)
Students earn honors at SkillsUSA competition Insider Insights:
ATLANTA, Ga. – An Assabet Valley student from Northborough earned a silver medal at the SkillsUSA Championships on June 26-27.
Jacquelyn Allen earned the honor in Facilithon-Leadership in Facility Management.
Also, Ryan St. Angelo from South Grafton, a student at Blackstone Valley Tech in Upton, was awarded a Skill Point Certificate in culinary arts.
More than 6,000 students competed at the national showcase of career and technical education. The SkillsUSA Championships is the largest skill competition in the world and covers 1.79 million square feet, equivalent to 31 football fields or 41 acres.
Students were invited to the event to demonstrate their
technical skills, workplace skills and personal skills in 115 hands-on occupational and leadership competitions including robotics, automotive technology, drafting, criminal justice, aviation maintenance and public speaking.
Industry leaders from 850 businesses, corporations, trade associations and unions planned and evaluated the contestants against their standards for entry-level workers. Industry support of the SkillsUSA Championships is valued at more than $36 million in donated time, equipment, cash and material. More than 1,200 industry judges and technical committee members participated this year.
To learn more, visit www. SkillsUSA.org.
Bob’s Stores closing all locations, including
Westborough
By Maureen Sullivan Assistant Editor
WESTBOROUGH – Bob’s Stores has announced the closing of all its locations, including the one at 168 Milk St. Inventory is being discounted at 30% to 70% off. Gift cards and merchandise credits will be honored through close of business on July 14. All sales are final during this store closing event. No returns will be accepted.
Select store fixtures, furniture and equipment will also be available for sale.
The closings are part of a Chapter 11 restructuring peti-
tion filed on June 18.
Dave Barton, president of Bob’s Stores, said, “We regret that our financial position necessitated the liquidation of Bob’s Stores. Bob’s has been a stalwart of our local communities for nearly 70 years, and we know our customers remember us as having been there for major moments in their lives. We remain grateful to our vendors, suppliers, customers and employees for all of their support over the years.”
In other news, Uno Pizzeria & Grill on 225 Turnpike Road closed on July 9 after dinner service.
Conversations with our Inspiring Residents
Meet Peg, Pat, and Sally
Peg: We came to The Willows from Naples Fla. My husband had been diagnosed with Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s and my daughter wanted us to move closer to her. He was able to stay with me for three years before he passed away.
Pat: We moved here because my husband felt we should be closer to family … The Willows was as close as we could find to the things we wanted.
Peg: When my husband passed away and with us having a larger apartment here, I thought I just might move closer to my daughter. However, I realized I have a family here and if I moved I would have to start all over … I decided I would stay and I am so glad I did.
Pat: Yes, I have made so many friends here and they really have become family.
Peg: (When my husband passed) I got so many hugs and kisses and telephone calls … it’s the people who make this place.
Sally: We all try to do the same thing when we see people touring or moving in … we make it a point to introduce ourselves (to make them feel welcome).
Peg: We make sure they are not eating alone in the dining room … we try to answer their questions and take care of them.
Pat: I think (the new residents) learn very quickly, they see that the people are very nice here.
Peg: I am so lucky to have these gals as my friends, I wouldn’t hesitate to call them if I was down or had a problem, even at two in the morning.
Sally: From the time we walked into The Willows people said ‘Oh, are you looking to live here?’ One of them said to me that it’s like living in a college dorm only you don’t have to take an exam the day after a party!
Woman in wheelchair struck by vehicle on Route 9
By Laura Hayes Managing Editor
WESTBOROUGH – A person in a wheelchair was struck by a vehicle at Route 9 and Lyman Street.
According to a press release, the Westborough Fire Department was called to the crash at 12:46 p.m. July 5. The first responders found an adult female, who they say was critically injured; police said the victim had “serious head injuries.”
tified the victim as a 58-year-old woman from Westborough.
The woman was transported to UMass Memorial Medical Center University Campus.
Police said the driver — a 53-year-old woman from Northbridge — remained on scene.
Jeep hits garage of home
The Westborough Police Department iden-
The crash is under investigation by the Westborough Police Department with assistance from the Central Massachusetts Law Enforcement Council accident reconstruction team.
Police arrest juvenile in connection with stolen vehicle
By Maureen Sullivan Assistant Editor
SOUTHBOROUGH – A juvenile from Framingham is in custody in connection with at least one stolen motor vehicle.
According to the Southborough Police Department, officers were called to investigate a report of a vehicle stolen from a residence on Cordaville Road. During their initial response, officers located another stolen vehicle that had been taken from a residence on Moulton Road.
After a brief pursuit, which ended in Framingham, a juvenile was taken into custody.
The suspect was taken back to the Southborough Police Department, booked and charged with the following: larceny of a motor vehicle; possession of stolen property; failure to stop for police; negligent operation of a motor vehicle; and unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle.
The investigation is ongoing.
Southborough Police said there are multiple unidentified suspects at large, who not only
stole multiple vehicles, but also stole many items and valuables out of unlocked vehicles on the south side of town.
Locked motor vehicles were not disturbed.
Southborough Police Lt. Sean P. McCarthy credits the overnight shift, and he thanked Framingham Police for its assistance.
“[They] did an outstanding job in safely taking a suspect into custody, while producing many leads for possible future apprehensions,” he said.
By Ron Ayotte Contributing Writer
MARLBOROUGH – The Marlborough Fire Department responded to a three in one incident of a car accident, car fire and structure fire on July 3 at the intersection of Preston and Russell streets.
A motorist driving up Preston Street toward Pleasant Street lost control of his Jeep Grand Cherokee, glancing off a utility pole and hitting the garage of 103 Preston St. The garage doors of the residence faced Russell Street, and the vehicle hit the garage with enough force to push it off of its foundation, blowing off the garage doors and pancaking the front of the vehicle to the vehicle’s firewall.
Engine 2, the first arriving truck reported that there was a
car fire and structure fire.
The box was struck at 1:23 p.m., bringing Engines 1, 3, Rescue 1 and Tower 1 to the scene, along with Cars 3 and 5. Hudson, Southborough and Northborough fire departments provided mutual aid coverage of Marlborough’s firehouses.
Marlborough fire crews quickly extinguished the fire and prevented it from extending to the house by making a trench cut, or a large opening in the roof of the garage from eave to eave.
The driver was out of the vehicle on arrival and had suffered burn injuries. He was transported to UMass Memorial Medical Center by Patriot EMS.
Battalion Chief Brian LaCroix stated that it was a “textbook fire… a quick knockdown, extinguishment and ventilation.” Assistant Chief Jeff Emanuelson said, “The firefighters did an excellent job on a hot day.”
There were no firefighter injuries.
The home itself was undamaged and is still inhabitable. The Marlborough Police Department is conducting the accident investigation. Damage estimates were unavailable.
Due to space constraints, this week’s police log will be running online only. The police log will return in a future edition of the Community Advocate. The police log and other police and fire news can be accessed online at https://www. communityadvocate.com/category/ police-fire/.
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A Jeep struck the garage of a home on Preston Street.
(Photo/Ron Ayotte)
First responders were called to a crash on Route 9 involving a pedestrian in a wheelchair.
(Photo/Courtesy Westborough Fire Department)
LEGAL NOTICES
Map 43, Parcel(s) 56
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MARLBOROUGH
ZBA Case: 24-4
Location: 13 Red Spring Rd.
Applicant: Mark & Vicki Evangelous NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Notice is hereby given that the Marlborough Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on July 30, 2024 at 7:00pm in Marlborough City aHall, 140 Main St. –3rd floor Memorial Hall.
Petition:
The applicant seeks to build a new singlefamily home with a deck on 13 Red Spring Rd. (exclusive use area 13) replacing an older home on the same site and to build a new free-standing accessory garage on exclusive use area 13A. This construction requires a special permit from the Board of Appeals under Section 650-12.B of the Marlborough Zoning Ordinance.
For further assistance, please contact the Board at 508-460-3768. All interested persons are invited. Applicant or representative must be present.
Ralph Loftin
Chairman
LEGAL NOTICE
Public Hearing –Special Permit
Applicant: Dish Wireless
Locus: 450 Boston Post Road East Map 73, Parcel(s) 31
Notice is given that the City Council of the City of Marlborough will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on Monday, July 22, 2024, at 8:00 PM in City Council Chambers, 2nd floor City Hall, 140 Main Street, Marlborough, Massachusetts, on the Application for a Wireless Special Permit from Robin Latour on behalf of Dish Wireless to install three (3) Wireless Antennas and related equipment on the rooftop at 450 Boston Post Road East.
The application materials and plans are available for viewing in the Office of the City Clerk, City Hall, 140 Main Street, Marlborough, MA 01752, Telephone 508460-3775. In addition, the plans and application will be available online at www. marlborough-ma.gov/city-council under Public Hearing Notices.
Per Order of the City Council #24-1009210
CITY OF MARLBOROUGH OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK
MARLBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS 01752 LEGAL NOTICE
Public Hearing –Special Permit
Applicant: Dish Wireless
Locus: 157 Union Street
Notice is given that the City Council of the City of Marlborough will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on Monday, July 22, 2024, at 8:00 PM in City Council Chambers, 2nd floor City Hall, 140 Main Street, Marlborough, Massachusetts, on the Application for a Wireless Special Permit from Kristen LeDuc on behalf of Dish Wireless to install three (3) Wireless Antennas and related equipment on the rooftop at 157 Union Street.
The application materials and plans are available for viewing in the Office of the City Clerk, City Hall, 140 Main Street, Marlborough, MA 01752, Telephone 508460-3775. In addition, the plans and application will be available online at www. marlborough-ma.gov/city-council under Public Hearing Notices.
Per Order of the City Council #24-1009195
CITY OF MARLBOROUGH
CONSERVATION COMMISSION
NOTICE OF INTENT
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Notice is hereby given that the Marlborough Conservation Commission will hold a public meeting on July 18, 2024 at 7:00
PM at Marlborough City Hall, 140 Main St. on the 3rd Floor-Memorial Hall.
Petition: Lake Williams Corporate Center proposes maintenance and improvements to the existing stormwater basin at 50 Forest St. The portion of the proposed project is located within the 100-foot wetland buffer zone.
Plans and other information will be available in the Conservation Commission office at City Hall Monday thru Friday 8:30 – 5:00. All interested persons are invited to the public hearing.
Edward Clancy Conservation Commission Chairman
CITY OF MARLBOROUGH
CONSERVATION COMMISSION
NOTICE OF INTENT
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Notice is hereby given that the Marlborough Conservation Commission will hold a public meeting on July 18, 2024 at 7:00
PM at Marlborough City Hall, 140 Main St. on the 3rd Floor-Memorial Hall.
Petition: Susan Gottsschlich of 190 Sudbury St. proposes a project that involves the replacement of an existing garage, removal of an existing septic system and installation of a new sewer service pipe connecting the house to the existing sewer main in the street. The work is near wetlands.
Plans and other information will be available in the Conservation Commission office at City Hall Monday thru Friday 8:30 – 5:00. All interested persons are invited to the public hearing.
Edward Clancy Conservation Commission, Chairman
ZBA Case #24-5
Location: 159 Dudley St.
Applicant: Ivelisse Valez
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING APPEAL
Notice is hereby given that the Marlborough Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public meeting on Tuesday July 30, 2024 at 7:30 PM at Marlborough City Hall, 140 Main St. – 3rd floor Memorial Hall.
Petition: This is an appeal of Building Departments Denial Letter dated May 3, 2024. The applicant proposes to add an addition at the rear of an existing singlefamily house at 159 Dudley St. located in Zoning District A-2. The construction requires a variance from the Board of Appeals under Section 650-12.B of the Marlborough Zoning Ordinance.
For further assistance, please contact the Board at 508-460-3768. All interested persons are invited.
Applicant or representative must be present Ralph Loftin Chairman
HUDSON
LEGAL PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
The Hudson Conservation Commission will hold a Public Hearing relative to the following filing under the Wetlands Protection Act (M.G.L. Chapter 131, Section 40) as requested by Steven Santos. The owner of the property is Town of Hudson Division of Recreation. The work is located at 539 Main Street (Map-Parcel 45-1). The proposed project is construction of a dog park in Riverfront Area and Buffer Zone to a Bordering Vegetated Wetland. The Public Hearing will be held via remote video conference on July 18, 2024 at 7:00 pm. Please contact the Conservation Commission Office for information on joining the meeting: phelinek@townofhudson.org or 978-562-2948.
All interested parties are urged to attend. The application can be obtained through email by contacting the Conservation Commission Office.
LEGAL PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
The Hudson Conservation Commission will hold a Public Hearing relative to the following filing under the Wetlands Protection Act (M.G.L. Chapter 131, Section 40) as requested by Steven Santos. The owner of the property is Town of Hudson Park Commission. The work is located at 61 Cherry Street (Map-Parcel 30-95). The proposed project is installation of utility poles in Riverfront Area and floodplain to the Assabet River. The Public Hearing will be held via remote video conference on July 18, 2024 at 7:00 pm. Please contact the Conservation Commission Office for information on joining the meeting: phelinek@townofhudson.org or 978-5622948.
All interested parties are urged to attend.
The application can be obtained through email by contacting the Conservation Commission Office.
SHREWSBURY
LEGAL NOTICE
The Shrewsbury Planning Board will hold a public hearing on Thursday evening, August 1, 2024 at 7:00 PM, in the Selectboard’s Hearing Room at the Richard D. Carney Municipal Office Building, 100 Maple Avenue, to hear the application of Yatco Energy, 313 Boston Post Road, Marlborough, MA 01752 for Site Plan Approval by the Planning Board as required by the Town of Shrewsbury Zoning Bylaw Section VII.F.3 to construct a 7,015 square foot retail building housing a gasoline service station, convenience store with drive thru window and a 4,825 square foot car wash as shown on plans entitled, “Site Plan Site for Proposed Development,” dated June 21, 2024; prepared by Civil Design Group, LLC, 21 High Street Suite 207 North Andover, MA 01845 ; stamped by Philip R. Henry P.E., consisting of twenty- two (22) pages. The subject project is located at 193 Hartford Turnpike, easterly of Lake Street and northerly of Hartford Turnpike and consists in whole or in part of Shrewsbury Assessor’s Tax Plate 52, Plot 125000.
A copy of the application, plans, and reports may be seen in the Office of the Planning and Economic Development Department at the Richard D. Carney Municipal Office Building, 100 Maple Avenue, Shrewsbury, MA, and on the Planning Board website at www.shrewsburyma. gov/ongoing-projects.
SHREWSBURY PLANNING BOARD
Julie Holstrom, Clerk
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS TOWN OF SHREWSBURY, MASSACHUSETTS FOR MOUNTAIN VIEW CEMETERY DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS
JULY 2024
The Town of Shrewsbury (Department of Public Works), Richard D. Carney Municipal Office Building 100 Maple Ave., Shrewsbury MA 01545 (“the Town”), invites the submission of responses for the installation of drainage at the Mountain View Cemetery, Shrewsbury, MA.
The proposal forms, incorporated with the plans specifications for the work involved, can be downloaded from the Towns Website https://shrewsburyma.gov/bids beginning on Thursday, July 6, 2024.
Sealed bids will be received at the office of the Town Manager in The Richard D. Carney Municipal Office Building, 100 Maple Avenue, Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, until 11:00 a.m. local time on Thursday, July 25, 2024, for the site improvements. All submissions shall comply with the specification issued by the Town of Shrewsbury, including, without limitation, all qualifications and submission requirements.
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TOWN OF SHREWSBURY
Kevin Mizikar
Town Manager Community Advocate July 12, 2024
JULY 2024
The Town of Shrewsbury (Department of Public Works), Richard D. Carney Municipal Office Building 100 Maple Ave., Shrewsbury MA 01545 (“the Town”), invites the submission of responses for parking and site improvements at RE-BID CAMP Wunnegan, Shrewsbury, MA.
The proposal forms, incorporated with the plans specifications for the work involved, can be downloaded from the Towns Website https://shrewsburyma.gov/bids beginning on Thursday, July 11, 2024
Sealed bids will be received at the office of the Town Manager in The Richard D. Carney Municipal Office Building, 100 Maple Avenue, Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, until 11:30 a.m. local time on Thursday, July 25, 2024, for the parking and site improvements.
A voluntary pre-bid site walk will be held on-site at 10:00 a.m. local time on Thursday, July 18, 2024, in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts.
All submissions shall comply with the specification issued by the Town of Shrewsbury, including, without limitation, all qualifications and submission requirements.
The Town reserves the right to waive any informality in or to reject any part of or all Responses in the best interest of the Town. Contract award is subject to appropriation and award by the Shrewsbury Select Board.
Any Response submitted will be binding for thirty (30) days subsequent to the time of opening.
TOWN OF SHREWSBURY
Kevin Mizikar
Town Manager
TOWN OF SHREWSBURY ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS PUBLIC HEARINGS
RICHARD D. CARNEY MUNICIPAL OFFICE BUILDING
COMMUNITY CLASSIFIED
Marlborough Senior Center seeks to revamp lunch program
using the kitchen for a catering service.
After a couple of years, the center entered an arrangement with Quinsigamond Community College where students would come to the center and prepare lunches. However, because of a lack of transportation to and from Worcester, the arrangement did not last very long.
The current program began a couple of years ago. The center sent requests for proposals to local restaurants. Kennedy’s Restaurant and Market responded; it brings an entrée Mondays and Fridays at noon to the Center Grille. The cost, which is subsidized by the center, is $7 for each meal.
Participants must make a reservation and pay for the meal by noon the day prior; there are no substitutions and no takeout.
“It’s been a great collaboration,” said Pope.
However, the subsidy does not completely cover the costs, and Pope would like to see more variety with the menu. She said the job description for the chef may be on the agenda at the City Council’s next meeting on July 22.
“We’re looking to hire someone 10 to 12 hours per week,” she said.
In addition to the meals, Pope said the new program could help senior residents with socialization.
“Going to the center twice a week for lunch is twice a week not being alone and watching
The Marlborough Senior Center is in the process of upgrading its lunch program.
(Photo/Maureen Sullivan)
MARLBOROUGH – On July 1, the Marlborough Police Department announced the promotion of two officers.
Justin Bonina was promoted to the permanent rank of sergeant, and Scott Carey was promoted to the permanent rank of lieutenant.
Bonina has been a police officer in the department since April 2016, and he has worked primarily on evening patrol. He is currently a hostage negotiator
TV,” she said.
Should everything receive approval from the city, and a chef is hired, the new program could go online sometime this fall.
Other programs
Pope said the center has entered a busy summer season.
Special programs for July include a presentation of “The
on the Central Massachusetts Law Enforcement Council team. Bonina is a senior officer on the evening shift, where he has gained valuable experience and has earned the trust of his supervisors and fellow officers at the department.
Carey has been a police officer with the department since January 2012, and he was promoted to the rank of sergeant in July 2019. Since that time, he has served as a supervisor on the
Greatest Sitcoms of All Time” with Martin Gitlin on Wednesday, July 17, and “Learn and Lunch” about MassHealth on July 23. There’s also Bingo, card games, book club, a technology help group and more.
For details, call the Marlborough Senior Center at 508485-6492, or visit www.marlborough-ma.gov/council-aging.
dayshift, is the supervisor of the department’s firearm training unit and serves as an instructor in firearms training/Taser/use of force.
Carey’s calm demeanor and ability to communicate with both officers on his shift, and all members of the public, has made him an asset to the department, according to the MPD.
Each officer will assume their new roles in the coming days.
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COMMUNITY OBITUARIES
The Community Advocate will post obituaries online (and in print, as space allows). Please send information (and a picture if desired) to tracy@communityadvocate.com. Here is a complete list of individual obituaries posted on the Community Advocate website (www. communityadvocate.com).
DEATHS
Abraham, Patricia of Shrewsbury
Adams, Jeffrey of Marlborough Dew, Kathleen of Hudson Dupree, Ruth of Marlborough Flint, Bradley of Shrewsbury Gossett, Carol of Marlborough Lapriore Jr., Gennaro formerly of Shrewsbury Mitchell, Ellanora of South Grafton
Mollo, Helen of Shrewsbury Parker, William of Hudson Schulthess, Mark of Hudson Sousa, Joseph of Grafton Walsh, M. Jane of Marlborough Wilson, Marilyn formerly of Marlborough and Northborough
Gennaro T.
Lapriore Jr., 75
SHREWSBURY - Gennaro T.
“Jerry” Lapriore, Jr., 75, of Worcester, passed away on Thursday, June 13, 2024 at St. Vincent’s Hospital with family by his side. Jerry was born in Worcester, a son of the late Gennaro T., Sr., and Frances (Scirpoli) Lapriore.
Jerry’s wife, Sherrie (Wardell) Lapriore passed away in 2022. He is survived by three daughters, Gina LaFevers and her husband Brett of Chandler, AZ., Amy J. Fisher and her longtime companion, Patrick Shea of Shrewsbury with whom he lived and Danielle Marie Lapriore of Chandler, AZ.; a son, Gennaro T. “Jet” Lapriore, III and his wife Stephanie of Worcester; five grandchildren, Douglas Fisher, Hailey Shea, Dominic Ayala, Olivia Lapriore and Lorenzo Lapriore; two sisters and two brothers, Patricia Quist and her husband George of Westborough, Vincent Eori and his wife Donna of Oxford, Theresa Eori and her life partner Pauline Peters and Joseph Eori of Bellingham; his aunt, Josephine Dansereau of Shrewsbury; his first wife and the mother of his daughters, Marie (Vuona)
Flanagan of Fort Myers, FL; many nieces and nephews. He is sadly predeceased by a granddaughter, McKayla Shea in 2010.
Mercadante Funeral Home & Chapel of Worcester assisted with arrangements.
Ruth Y. Dupree, 80
MARLBOROUGH - Ruth Y. (Pacific) Dupree, 80, of Marlborough, died Friday, June 28, 2024, at UMass Memorial Medical Center - Worcester. Born in Southborough, MA she was the daughter of the late Henry Pacific and Yolanda (Morenzetti) (Pacific) Tebo and the wife of John Dupree to whom she had been married for the past 37 years. She was also the stepdaughter of the late Donald Tebo, Sr. who raised her.
Beside her husband, Ruth is survived by her sisters Jeanne Shrum of Marlborough, Sandra Beane and her husband Larry of Marlborough, Penni Barger and her husband John of California, her brother Herbie Tebo and his wife Jeanne of Douglas, MA., and many nephews, nieces and cousins. She was also the sister of the late Marie Neiber, Susan Bindman, Donald Tebo, Jr., Bobby and Ricky Tebo, and Jackie Stevens.
The Slattery Funeral Home, Inc. of Marlborough assisted with arrangements.
William H. Parker, 79
HUDSON - William H. Parker, 79, of Hudson, MA, passed on Sunday, June 30, 2024. He was the beloved husband of Linda (Palumbo) Parker, also of Hudson, MA.
William was born in Somersworth, NH, on February 21, 1945, to his late parents Stanley Parker and Mary Rose (St. John), but remained a lifelong resident of Hudson, MA, until his passing.
William is survived by his wife Linda (Palumbo) Parker of Hudson, MA; his daughter Nicole Monopoli of Hudson, MA; his sister Carol Baker of Tennessee; his grandchildren
Lexi Monopoli, Riley Parker and Morgan Parker; as well as other relatives and friends. He is predeceased by his late parents Stanley and Mary Rose Parker, and his son David M. Parker.
Calling Hours for William will be held on Saturday, July 13, 2024, from 10am-12pm, at Tighe Hamilton Regional Funeral Home, 50 Central Street, Hudson, MA.
Jeffrey H. Adams, 68
MARLBOROUGH - Jeffrey H. Adams, 68, of Marlborough died Thursday June 27, 2024 at UMASS Memorial Medical Center after a heart attack. He was the husband of Donna M. Eck for the past 38 years.
He leaves his wife Donna and his furbabies Mohawk, Nikki, Lambert, Indy and Bobbi; a sister Susan Hicks and her husband Russ of Westbrook, Maine; nephews and nieces, Nathaniel and Jonathan Hicks, Kingston, Travis, Luke, Jacob and Taryn Eck; a brother-inlaw, Stephen Eck of O’Fallon, IL.
The Collins Funeral Home of Marlborough assisted with arrangements.
Bradley E. Flint, 85
SHREWSBURY - Bradley Emerson Flint, 85, of Shrewsbury and formerly of Westborough passed away on June 24, 2024, after a period of declining health. Brad was born on October 15, 1938, to Frederick and Elizabeth (Wally) Flint.
In addition to his wife, Judith (Enman) Flint, Brad is survived by his daughters Patricia Levenson and Pamela Flint-Dube. Patricia resides in Shrewsbury with her husband Mark and their son Maxwell resides in North Carolina. Pamela resides in Sutton with her husband Andrew and their children Gwyneth and Andrew. Many nieces and nephews carry fond memories of their Uncle Brad. He will be remembered as a beloved member of his community and a loving
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father and grandfather. Brad was predeceased by his parents, brothers Roger, Ronald, and Wayne, and sister Sandra Haight.
The Pickering & Son Westborough Funeral Home assisted with arrangements.
Kathleen E. Dew, 89
HUDSON - Kathleen E. (Goodspeed, Murphy) Dew, 89, of Hudson, MA, loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and wife, passed peacefully on June 16th at Artisan at Hudson after a long and beautiful life.
Kathy was a devoted mother to John P. Murphy, Jr. and wife Monica Fortune of Braintree, MA; Linda Berube and husband Mark of Paxton, MA; Donna Plummer of Stoneham, MA; and Elizabeth Winn and husband Gregg of Concord, MA.
She was beloved grandmother to the late Colin Murphy, Ryan (Murphy) Crowe and husband Kevin of South Boston, MA; Michael Plummer and wife Brianna of Billerica, MA; Devin Plummer and wife Ariana Garaffo of Stoneham, MA; Dana Berube and partner Tim O’Connor of Jamaica Plain, MA; Eric Berube and wife Christa of Spencer, MA; Lauren Berube Styles and fiancé Steve Hall of Cambridge, MA; Paige Winn and fiancé Parker Callister of Rochester, NY; and Taylor Winn and partner Burke Hutchinson of New York, NY.
Kathy was also a proud great-grandmother to Cadence Plummer of Saugus and Billerica, MA, Jake Daens of Billerica, MA and Baby Crowe who is expected in September.
When she joined Ben’s family, Kathy became stepmother to Sally Beaulieu and husband Brian of Sugar Hill, NH; Jennifer Young and husband David of Natick, MA; and Gary Dew of Burlington, MA. She also gained seven step-grandchildren.
Kathy is survived by her sister Marie Kollker of NY and was predeceased by siblings Mertie Pitzl, Norene Killelea, Walter Goodspeed, William Goodspeed, and Patricia Staniewicz. Concord Funeral Home of Concord assisted with arrangements.
Patricia Abraham, 90
SHREWSBURY - Patricia Abraham, 90 of Shrewsbury, Mass. died Saturday June 22, 2024 in Worcester at St. Vincent Hospital. She was born Petrina Soter in 1933 in Boboshtice Albania and came to America with her parents, Alec and Olga (Vreto) Soter in 1935.
She leaves behind a son Paul of Shrewsbury and a son Michael of Westborough. She also leaves behind a nephew Alec and his family and a nephew Nick and his family, and many cousins.
She was predeceased by her brother Thomas Soter. Fazio Funeral Home of Worcester assisted with arrangements.
Marilyn J. Wilson, 75 Rowley - Marilyn “Lynn” J. (Vlass) Wilson, 75, of Rowley and formerly of Marlborough and Northborough, died at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston, MA on Thursday, June 27, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by her beloved family.
Lynn was born in Newton, the daughter of the late Harold C. and May E. (McDonald) Vlass.
Lynn is survived by her husband of 25 years, Clifford L. Wilson of Rowley, MA, her four sons, Jason Puri and his wife Melissa of Milford, Matthew Puri of N. Grafton, Keith Puri and his wife Jacqueline of Lancaster, Seth Puri of Jefferson, two stepdaughters, Jennifer Chavez of Swampscott, Bethany Duggan and her husband Robert of Haverhill, a stepson Jeffrey Wilson of Rowley, thirteen grandchildren, Jacob, Olivia, Aivah, Keira, Ethan, Evan, Riley, Joel, Addison, Emerson, Avery, Grayson, Ella, a brother, Harold “Hal” Vlass III and his wife Denise of Shrewsbury, four nephews, Justin, Tyler, Craig, Trevor and a sister-in-law Wendy Stella of N. Reading.
The Short & Rowe Funeral Home of Marlborough assisted with arrangements.
India Heritage Foundation
By Evan Walsh Reporter
SHREWSBURY – On July 7, the Sri Sri Radha Damodara Temple held Shrewsbury’s first-ever Ratha Yatra ceremony.
The event — which happens annually in India and throughout other parts of the world — involves pulling a chariot through public areas. The chariot held three deities.
Dozens of community members pulled the chariot from Shrewsbury’s Town Hall to the Sri Sri Radha Damodara Temple — one of the largest Hare
Krishna temples in New England — located about 1.4 miles down the road at 226R
The event started with singing, dancing and chanting. Once the group reached the temple, there was food, cultural programs and face-painting.
“It feels very nice. I’m humbled. I feel the town of Shrewsbury is blessed,” Temple President Sadananda Dasa told the Community Advocate before the event.
The Ratha Yatra parade coincided with the Sri Sri Radha Damodara Temple’s one-year anniversary. The temple marked the occasion with a four-day celebration from July 3 to July 6.
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Dozens of community members gathered at Shrewsbury’s Town Hall before parading to the Sri Sri Radha Damodara Temple down Route 140. (Photo/Evan Walsh)
Westborough sixth-grade soccer reaches state championship
By Evan Walsh Reporter
WESTBOROUGH – The numbers didn’t seem to bode well for Westborough. So, the team leveraged emotion, energy and teamwork.
Despite facing teams from larger municipalities including Easton, Waltham and Fitchburg, it was Westborough that emerged as one of the top sixth-grade soccer teams across Massachusetts. The team reached the Massachusetts Tournament of Champions (MTOC) championship game in June, becoming the first Westborough squad to qualify for the tournament since 2008.
Westborough’s team of 14 players went head-to-head against the state’s best. Representing their town, the team outlasted hundreds of others in pursuit of the title.
“We’re not that big, and
there’s a lot of really good soccer players out there in the state, but every single person
on this team has great passion and really wants to win. We know how to win, what we
need to do to win,” said Westborough player CJ Higgins.
“We’re a small town, but we
don’t need to be a giant town to have great players,” teammate Carter LaMont added.
A close-knit team Westborough’s championship success didn’t come out of nowhere — the team was expected to be good, said the coaches — but few predicted the town would reach such great heights.
Joe Bouchard, Kurt LaMont and Mark Higgins have coached some players on the team since preschool soccer, and many of the athletes have been playing with one another since they were third-graders.
“Coaching younger kids — you see each stage, they get better and better and better. I just love seeing those lightbulb moments go off, when they see how to pass to open space and work as a unit. They’re a full team, from the defense to the offense,” said Mark Higgins. While coaches and players
CHALLENGING GOLF FOR OVER 90 YEARS
Westborough’s sixth-grade soccer reached the state championship. (Photo/Courtesy)
remained focused on small accomplishments — just making the MTOC would be cool, they said — the signs that this team was special were hard to ignore.
With “future superstar” Levi Miranda on offense and Carter LaMont minding the net, the team went 8-1-1 in regular-season action.
The 8-1-1 record is made more impressive because Westborough competes in the Boston Area Youth Soccer (BAYS) League, which is meant for teams from larger towns. Westborough — the westernmost team in the conference — won a play-in game against Natick to qualify for MTOC.
What makes this Westborough group so exceptional?
The coaches can only guess. They’ve contacted the Westborough High School soccer coaches to let them know they’ve got a special group of athletes set to become Rangers in a few short years.
“I think a lot of grades have different focuses — this is a very soccer-focused grade. They really love soccer. A lot of them play club soccer in addition to town soccer,” said
Bouchard. “We were talking about it the whole time — this was crazy. We made the state tournament; this is nuts that we’re in this.”
Although the team lost in heartbreaking fashion to Newton in the championship, the playoff run was magical.
The team first upended Central Mass. champion Upton-Mendon, and later defeated Easton and Waltham.
The team was tied, 2-2, against Fitchburg in the semifinals when Miranda scored with 45 seconds left to send the team to the championship.
“Usually every team we faced was bigger than us and had faster players, but we were able to work together,” Miranda said.
“They come together as one unit. They may not be in the same cliques in school and whatnot, but when they’re on the field together, they’re all one. They were excited and nervous [in the playoffs], but on the field, they didn’t play nervous at all — they played fearless. They gave it one million percent — they wanted to win those games. … They’re
very determined kids,” said Bouchard.
Even the parents banded together to support this “gritty” Westborough team, said Mark Higgins. The kids became accustomed to cheering each other on. While the loss stung in the immediate aftermath, the trophies and medals helped dispel the disappointment. It wasn’t lost on these athletes just how special what they accomplished was — it was always their goal.
“We learned at the start of the season, [our coaches] told us that this is the first season ever we could make it to states [MTOC]. We were all super hyped because we wanted to make it. We thought we would, because we have some superstars on this team. We have great chemistry,” Julian Semeter said.
“We’re one of the two best teams in the state, and we’re a small town. This is incredible,” said Bouchard.
Meet the team
Congratulations to the Westborough sixth-grade team!
Tyler Richards
Tucker Vioxx
Trent Richards
Satwik Dash
Neev Maru
Manav Pillai
Lucius Marks
Levi Miranda
Julian Semeter
Davi Moreno
Connor Dubin
Cole Bouchard
CJ Higgins
Carter LaMont
Coaches: Joe Bouchard (Head Coach), Kurt LaMont and Mark Higgins
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