WESTBOROUGH – The Westborough Community Center project has an architect.
During its meeting on June 25, the Select Board voted to authorize Town Manager Kristi Williams to negotiate a contract with BH+A, an architecture firm based in Boston.
The selection was made after bids were opened on June 18, and interviews with the top three prospects occurred on June 25.
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100-year-old Isabelle Chang’s secret to a happy life? Read. Read. Read.
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By Evan Walsh Reporter
SHREWSBURY – Sitting at her kitchen table, Isabelle Chang heard the back door swing open. It was her neighbor delivering a container full of homemade soup.
Moments later, the door flew open again — this time a Meals on Wheels driver greeted Isabelle and dropped off lunch.
Isabelle is a woman wellcared for.
Caruso settles in as health, human services
By Laura Hayes Managing Editor
director
NORTHBOROUGH – After serving as the interim Health Director, Isabella Caruso now sits at the helm of the new combined Health and Human Services Department.
Caruso began working with the town as a part-time epidemiologist, and over the years, she became a full-time employee and took on the role of a shared services coordinator, whose role is to manage the Public Health Excellence grant award. She became the interim health director following the departure of Kristin Black in December.
Now, about six months later, Caruso has officially become the director of the new combined Health and Human Services department.
Alice Canty, Isabelle’s longtime friend, sat close to the living room. The space is lined with cards, well-wishes and awards: Isabelle’s 2013 Spirit of Shrewsbury Grand Marshal plaque; medals, citations and proclamations from every level of government; and, centrally located near the mantel, a sign that read, “Happy 100th Birthday, Mrs. Chang!” created by a local kindergarten class.
Though Isabelle hit the 100year mark in February, her road to become a centenarian started in Boston’s Chinatown in 1924. Isabelle was the fifth of nine children. Although her father was a tea merchant and her mother had no post-secondary education, Isabelle always loved to learn.
In particular, she loved books, and she will give almost any book a chance. In 1946, she graduated from Simmons College with a degree in library science.
“I was always a dreamer. My father always had a book in his
hands, and that’s when I first started to get thinking about books. If you don’t know something, you can probably find it in some book somewhere,” Isabelle told the Community Advocate.
After completing her undergraduate degree, Isabelle — following her parents’ wishes — went to Yale University to study Chinese culture. That’s where she met Min Chueh “M.C.” Chang, who would later co-develop the birth-control pill and in vitro fertilization.
He brought her to Shrewsbury after they got married in 1948. He was conducting research at the Worcester Foundation for Experimental Biology, now the UMass Maple Avenue facility. If you look closely at the property, you’ll notice the Chang Building.
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Isabelle Chang celebrated her 100th birthday in February. (Photo/Evan Walsh)
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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)
Architect obtained for community center project
Community Center | from page 1 bank Senior Center in Sudbury; the Worcester Boys & Girls Club; and the Sharon Community Center.
He said that community engagement will begin sometime in July. Input from these sessions will be presented at fall Town Meeting.
In a related move, the
board voted to release about $200,000 in American Rescue Plan Act funds, which were meant for two Westborough Youth & Family Services projects, back to the town; $45,000 of these funds will go toward the community center’s owner’s project manager, CHA Consulting.
About the building
The building at 1500 Union St. was constructed in 2007.
The future community center building includes 31,000 square feet on the first floor, and 32,500 square feet on the second floor. Amenities include a basketball court and pool (currently drained).
Current plans call for the
Westborough Recreation Department to move into the second floor and to relocate the senior center to the first floor.
For the 2025 fiscal year, the costs are estimated at $431,969 for operating expenses; $770,000 for debt service. Expenses would include salaries for a coordinator and custodian, maintenance and utilities.
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Caruso settles in as health, human services director
Caruso | from page 1
“I’m really excited to lead and build this department. We worked really hard to get this established, and we’re excited to see the benefit of a more collaborative department,” she said.
When Town Administrator Tim McInerney joined Northborough, Black and interim Town Administrator Mike Gallagher requested that the town move forward with a study to examine a model to merge the Health Department and Northborough Family and Youth Services. The Central Massachusetts Regional Planning Commission developed a structure for the department that would be led by the director with nine supporting roles.
In the spring, Town Meeting approved a series of articles, leading the establishment of the department.
According to Caruso, the goal over the coming weeks was to post a job listing for a full-time social worker.
“We really need to get some mental health support in our office,” she said.
Additionally, Caruso and the staff will be working to create the department’s goals and mission and vision statements to make sure they are all on the same page on how they want to be portrayed. The department is also working on creating a logo in addition to filling several other positions.
“We’ll really be creating a collaborative team,” she said. “It’s honestly great that they’re going to be hired around a few months of each other because we can build that together. We have a great foundation, but we’re excited to expand our services and reach.”
In addition to being fullystaffed, Caruso said she was looking forward to increase awareness of the department, tackling smaller tasks like revamping the website and being a “more inclusive” department.
“We’ll meet the seniors where they’re at and collaborate with the Senior Center so it’s this whole spectrum of ages, identities and all of that,” Caruso said.
She’s also excited to explore opportunities for new things, such as maternal health programming or social support groups.
“The collaborative nature really excites me,” said Caruso.
August deadline approaches to switch to SELCO Stream
By Evan Walsh Reporter
SHREWSBURY – Shrewsbury Electric & Cable Operations (SELCO), the town’s community-owned electric and cable provider, is reminding cable customers to switch to SELCO Stream by Aug. 1.
The new system will replace the current cable infrastructure, which dates back to 1998.
The current technology has reached the end of its useful life, and on Aug. 1, those still using the old system will start to lose access to some channels. By Aug. 24, the entirety of the system will be offline.
SELCO Stream is the product of years of innovation and technological advancement. SELCO has been working on SELCO Stream for over five years.
“The last three months have been really great for us. We’ve got almost 3,000 people on, and it’s going to keep going. A lot of the feedback that we’ve
“ A lot of the feedback that we’ve received from customers has been great — people have been telling us how much they love it.
Rick Maksian
SELCO Marketing & Communications Manager
received from customers has been great — people have been telling us how much they love it,” SELCO Marketing & Communications Manager Rick Maksian told the Community Advocate. “I think it’s going to be great going forward for everybody, because the technology is so much better.”
According to SELCO, the over-the-top, cloud-based platform offers more channels, high-definition video to every user, and the ability to simulcast channels. In addition to Digital Video Recording (DVR) and an extensive Video on Demand (VOD) catalog, SELCO Stream offers exclusive features, like watchTVEverywhere —
which allows users to watch TV programs using the channel provider’s app on Smart TVs and devices at any location — and “Smart Highlights,” which automatically creates highlights from recorded sporting events.
The internet-based Live TV streaming service can be accessed using Apple TV, Fire TV, Roku, Android TV operating systems on eligible Smart TVs, smartphones, tablets and streaming devices. Although the SELCO Stream interface is fresh and new, customers will still get all the channels they currently enjoy.
“SELCO has always been on the cutting edge of things. Our
100-year anniversary book has a long list of achievements that we accomplished at SELCO before they were adopted by the ‘major players.’ It’s ingrained in the culture that we have to be on the cutting edge. We’re always looking at how to provide the best service for our customers,” said SELCO’s Director of Broadband Technologies Joel Malaver.
However, while SELCO has an eye toward the future, its leaders said they are focused on not leaving anyone behind. The company has introduced the user-friendly EVO Pro Set-Top Box, a cable-box-like SELCO Stream set-up designed to help those who aren’t technologically savvy interact with the new system.
The EVO Pro plugs into a TV through its HDMI port and allows for full SELCO Stream functionality. The set-up also comes with a larger remote that’s easier to hold. The remote has large buttons to help the user navigate the system.
“We noticed that most streaming remotes are small. Our set-top box — it has a larger remote, it has the buttons for the channels, it has multiple different ‘quick buttons’ to help people navigate. I think we have an intuitive solution here that will help the vast majority of people and bridge that generational gap. Some people want a more traditional cable box. This can help them get there,” said Maksian.
The EVO Pro is available at Town Hall for customers to view and try, and the switch to SELCO Stream comes with free installation for legacy cable customers (or a self-installation option, which gives users a onetime $25 credit). Customers are advised that installation appointments are booking up quickly.
For more information, visit https://www.selco.shrewsburyma.gov/stream, go to Town Hall, or speak to one of SELCO’s customer service representatives at 508-841-8500.
Aging Gracefully
by MariAnn Paladino, Dir. of Admissions, Notre Dame Long Term Care
SENIORS AND HIGHER EDUCATION
Many seniors head back to school to nish their college degrees, get new ones, or simply engage in the joy of learning. ese days, online learning has opened up a whole new world of educational opportunities to the elderly. Whether online or in-person, lifelong learning keeps the seniors active and engaged while also providing several other bene ts. Unlike when they were young, unless they are working on a speci c degree, seniors can pick the subjects in which they are interested.. Also, learning keeps the mind sharp, improves memory and self-con dence, and is a great way to meet new people. Many community colleges and universities often provide free or discounted tuition, as well. After retirement and into our later years is actually a great time to set personal goals because we’re no longer bound by responsibilities like work and raising children. Learning something new can require us to reach beyond our comfort zones and open up new worlds. If a loved one requires long-term care, please consider NOTRE DAME LONG TERM CARE CENTER at (508) 852-3011. Our center is located at 559 Plantation Street.
P.S. Socialization is crucial for the overall mental health of the elderly.
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Mission of Briarwood Retirement Community
Briarwood Community is a nonpro t Continuing Care Retirement Community, o ering Independent Living in cottages and apartments, Traditional and Memory Care Assisted Living, and Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Services. For 40 years, Briarwood has o ered residents a warm and caring community – neighbors respect your privacy but reach out in friendship. You’ll recognize it from residents and team members—the Briarwood spirit!
Mission
Briarwood’s mission is to enhance the well-being, independence and personal ful llment of its residents and other seniors by providing high quality, coordinated housing, health, wellness and supportive services consistent with the caring spirit of the founding churches.
Core Values
• We value the physical, emotional and spiritual well-being of seniors.
• We value services that support the dignity, independence and selfdetermination of seniors.
• We value a living and working environment based on mutual respect, trust and support.
• We value nancial and operational integrity.
• We value innovation and excellence in the provision of services.
Vision
Briarwood’s vision is to be an innovative leader in the provision of services to support successful aging.
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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.
Presentation on draft update to Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan
NORTHBOROUGH – Efforts are underway to update Northborough’s 2018 Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan, which will help guide local efforts to reduce damage from future natural disasters.
The town invites residents, businesses, property owners and other interested parties to a public presentation on the draft update to the plan on Monday, July 15 in the Select Board meeting room in Town Hall at 7 p.m. Community members will also be able to attend the presentation via Zoom, and it will be
livestreamed with Northborough Cable Access on YouTube, Charter channel 192 and Verizon channel 30.
The plan is being developed by a team of local officials and staff with technical assistance provided by the Central Massachusetts Regional Planning Commission.
The planning process, funded through a Hazard Mitigation Grant Program grant, is a chance for the public to help protect the town from winter storms,
Mind, Body, Spirit
thunderstorms, severe wind and other natural hazards. The plan will be available on the town’s website for two weeks after the presentation.
The final adoption of the plan is contingent on approval from the Select Board, the Federal Emergency Management Agency and the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency. Adoption will make the town eligible for various FEMA pre-disaster and post-fire hazard mitigation grants.
Blame it on the General!
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.
• Tight or raised shoulders or a “lump or pit in the throat” feeling?
• Feelings of indecision, restlessness, or being stuck?
• Inability to make clear decisions or have a clear vision for the future?
• Sigh frequently, feel stuffy under the ribs, fullness of the abdomen?
• Cold hands and feet?
• Menstrual and hormone-related symptoms like PMS, irritability, breast tenderness, headaches, irregular cycles and flow, spotting, painful periods, mood swings, depression, and ovulation pain?
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.
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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Phil and Donna Kittredge with “his biggest fan,” former Town Clerk Wendy Mickel, who’s another longtime volunteer at the Westborough Food Pantry. (Photo/Maureen Sullivan)
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Brad Avergon of Fairway Mortgage and I were speaking recently, and I made the comment,
“There is no seasonality in real estate any longer. With inventory constraints it’s a constant.”
With apologies to Brad I overstated my point. Pre-covid there were much more pronounced peaks and valleys (see attached chart. I’m too cost conscious to print in color; suffice to say the dramatic movements were pre-2020. The near horizonal line was 2020, and everything below the line is post 2020.) There is still seasonality, just not as pronounced.
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Easy things are a coat of paint and or new flooring. This can generally be done for $ hundreds.
Updating a bathroom might be $20-30K, kitchen $45-60K. Of course, those are rough and tumble numbers. Adding an addition or raising the roof is in the $hundreds of thousands.
Paying for this is always a question. Paint and flooring is probably funded with cash or that raise. A bathroom/kitchen/addition may require financing and touching your equity. That’s where a loan officer like Brad Avergon can help with a home equity line of credit (HELOC), a cash out refinance, or a renovation loan. Don’t overextend … and at the same time if you are staying in your home enjoy it!
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WORCESTER –When you need furniture repaired, you want someone who will be thoughtful, professional, careful, and honest. You want someone who will treat the furniture like their own.
That’s what Furniture Plus has been doing for over 40 years. The family-run company, owned and operated by Gerry Brodeur, has decades of experience restoring and repairing furniture, working on everything from worn-down chairs and cabinets to precious family heirlooms.
“We’re always looking at the value of the decision that we’re asking customers to make. When we’re going in, we’re not leaving a problem and covering it over with paint and saying, ‘It will be okay.’ We’re looking at, if this was ours, we’d want every little detail gone over. If there’s an issue, we’ll handle it because we want it to last. That’s what it is for us — it’s the details,” Brodeur told the Community Advocate.
With over 150 years of combined experience, the staff at Furniture Plus handles upholstery, refinishing and painting, hand-stripping furniture, chair caning, and other repairs. Dedicated to making each furniture
much about the piece of furniture as you do, and are eager to hear what you’re hoping to see in the refurbishment process. This way, every repair has a personal touch.
“We’re still that old-school, mom-and-pop shop. I like to believe it’s relationships first, customer service second. We build a rapport. We have fami-
lies we’ve worked with for a very, very long time. We’re going to create a relationship. We’re going to do what’s right. It’s about being truthful, being honest,” Brodeur said. “We value each and every piece of furniture.”
Furniture Plus is located on 100 Grand Street in Worcester, and services every city and town
item last as long as possible, the experts at Furniture Plus analyze each item carefully, sometimes revealing issues the untrained eye might miss. Each repair is handled meticulously and intentionally — the company takes great pride in each project, returning something to the customer that’s sure to last.
“Experience is terribly important,” said Brodeur. “You can really do an awful lot of damage to furniture if you’re inexperienced. A lot of pieces of furniture that come to us — there’s either carvings, particular wood species, or the graining of wood that makes it what it is. Anybody can take a sander and start grinding away at a piece, but not everybody knows where to start and where to stop.”
The company’s time-honored and careful approach is made convenient to customers.
A quick email — complete with an image, description, and as much detail as possible — is sufficient for an accurate quote from Furniture Plus. The message will reach Brodeur, who can sometimes give an estimate in under 10 minutes, even outside normal business hours.
From there, the “dialogue” starts, he said. By “dialogue,” Brodeur means forming a relationship with the customer. The people at Furniture Plus care just as
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Furniture Plus has decades of experience restoring and repairing furniture.
By Laura Hayes Managing Editor
NORTHBOROUGH – It’s been over a year since Town Meeting voters in Northborough and Southborough approved the Algonquin Regional High School athletic complex project. Since, the first athletic games and graduation have been held in the complex.
Now, the Northborough Community Affairs Committee (CAC) will be holding the inaugural concert at the pavilion on Sept. 1 from 5 to 7 p.m. featuring Lori Diamond & Fred Abatelli with Anelise with special guests Music Includes. There will also be food vendors at the concert.
The concert is part of CACs’s free Summer Concert Series. CAC’s Suzy Cieslica said she was excited about the lineup for the series.
“We tend to bring a lineup that no other town offers. We
have some favorites returning, and a couple of new bands,” she said.
The Playing Dead concert was canceled due to the weather, but they have since been rescheduled to play on Aug. 11.
The rest of the lineup includes:
July 14: Disco Lemonade
July 21: Petty Larceny
Aug. 18: Billy and the Jets
All of the concerts with the exception of the Sept. 1 show will be held at Ellsworth McAfee Park from 5 to 7 p.m.
Additionally, the committee will offer food from Northboro House of Pizza, Asher Burgers, Yummy Mummy Bakery and Uhlman’s Ice Cream along with Simera’s Henna, Donna’s Face Paint, Yashfa’s Henna and Christine’s Creative Face Painting.
The Community Affairs Committee is asking attendees to bring a donation for the
Northborough Food Pantry. There will be a donation bin at every concert. Additionally, some of the sponsors of the concerts will be at the concerts, as will different volunteer organizations and boards for outreach.
This year, the sponsors include Carvalho and Roth Orthodontics; Flaherty Physical Therapy; Lexus of Northborough; Tristan Bezzant, Edward Jones Financial Advisor; the Shay family; School of Rock; Main Street Bank; Mathnasium and Central One Bank.
The Community Affairs Committee received grants from the Northborough Cultural Council and the Avidia Bank Charitable Foundation to support the concert series.
For a full list of the bands and vendors, visit https:// northboroughcac.weebly. com/summer-concert-series. html.
While M.C. studied and made scientific advances, Isabelle supported the family by raising their three children — Francis Hugh, Claudia, and Pamela. M.C. died in 1991 at the age of 82, and he is buried at Mountain View Cemetery.
But at Yale, M.C. wasn’t the world-renowned scientist he’s remembered as today — to Isabelle, he was just a mutual friend. Yet, the two friendsof-friends would eventually meet, even though Isabelle was skeptical at first.
“My friend said, ‘I have a friend I want you to meet,’ ” Isabelle remembered. “I said, ‘Oh whatever.’ It didn’t matter to me. I thought he was another one of those eggheads. I said, ‘I’ll be polite.’ ”
Making Shrewsbury home
While Isabelle never meant to call Shrewsbury home, she quickly settled into the community. Isabelle and M.C. befriended the Borgatti family — including Antonio and Brigida, and children Bobby, Olga, Elsa, and Anthony “Spag.” The Changs and Borgattis often partook in spaghetti dinners.
Isabelle became close with Olive Borgatti, Spag Borgatti’s wife, and she started serving on the Shrewsbury Public Library Board of Trustees with Olive in 1958.
But, after only one year, Isabelle was asked to resign from the Board of Trustees. She hadn’t done anything wrong; she was just the only trained librarian in town, and Shrewsbury needed a new library director.
Olive persuaded Isabelle to take the role, which came with adapted hours that allowed her to care for her children. When she started the job, the Borgattis donated $25,000 to the library, enough to buy a new bookmobile, which brought books to residents throughout town.
The donation was of great importance to Isabelle. After roughly five years at the town library, she spent 17 years at school libraries throughout Shrewsbury, cataloging books, dealing with students and passing on her love of reading.
“When I moved to the schools, all the teachers who couldn’t handle the brats sent them to the library. They’re shooting paper airplanes and Chang | from page 1
cutting up my encyclopedia. I sent them back, and these teachers had nowhere else to put them. They didn’t like me. I told the superintendent, ‘You’re paying a lot for a babysitter,’ ” Isabelle recalled. For her, there was nothing more satisfying than helping
students learn.
“If you want to know the truth, go to the library. The world is full of opinions, but if you’ve read enough books, you can form your own opinions. I think that’s really important. I really think that. I tried my best to teach the kids how to find
the proper reference books,” she remembered.
Isabelle has also published several books, including Chinese folktales, cookbooks and pieces about Shrewsbury history. Her work “Artemas Ward: A Fictionalized Account of An Unsung Hero” was published by Harvard Press in 2022. She has also published “The Spirit of Shrewsbury: Exemplary Lives,” which details M.C.’s journey, her family’s relationship with the Borgattis and more on Artemas Ward.
Why did she start writing? Simple.
“You have to focus on something. If that’s your truth, speak it,” she said.
100-year-old Shrewsbury celebrity
Early in the morning on Feb. 20, Isabelle saw four police cruisers parked along the road. Slowly, officers began to leave their cars and head toward her front door. She couldn’t help but be slightly suspicious.
Instead, the police arrived with a cupcake and sang “Happy Birthday” to Isabelle.
The Shrewsbury Police Department posted the interaction on Facebook, where it garnered nearly 1,000 likes and over 100 comments from community members. She knows the police department well; she calls the station at 6 a.m. daily as part of the police’s R.U.O.K. program, designed for citizens living alone.
To get to 100, Isabelle said, “It’s just a matter of one step in front of the other.”
If you want a life as long as hers, she suggests you do three things: eat properly, exercise (Isabelle still walks outside daily) and read. Read. Read. Read.
“Just be a good human being — just as much as you can. Try to make this a better world,” she said.
“They had four cruisers. I said, ‘Did I murder someone and didn’t know it?’ I thought they’d maybe arrest me,” she said.
Isabelle Chang sits in her Shrewsbury home. She recently celebrated her 100th birthday. (Photo/Evan Walsh)
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
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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
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Grafton Flea Market expands its hours
By Maureen Sullivan Assistant Editor
GRAFTON – The Grafton Flea Market on Upton Street recently expanded its hours, and it is seeking to open a restaurant on weekdays.
During its meeting on June 18, the Select Board approved a change in business hours for the flea market.
Since opening in the 1970s, the flea market operated on Sundays only from April to November. The site will now be open to vendors and the public on Saturdays and Sundays from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. through Christmas. This includes the flea market’s Beer Garden. The flea market’s owners are currently working with the town
The Grafton Flea Market on Upton Street will be open weekends through Christmas, including Labor Day on Monday, Sept. 2.
(Photo/Maureen Sullivan)
Chase Bank moving into former Berkshire site
By Maureen Sullivan Assistant Editor
WESTBOROUGH – The former site of a Friendly’s restaurant, and more recently a Berkshire Bank, will soon become another bank.
According to permits pulled with Westborough departments, the site at 303 Turnpike Road is being fitted out to become a branch of Chase Bank.
to open a restaurant at the site Mondays through Fridays.
The Grafton Flea Market draws hundreds of vendors selling a range of goods, from dolls and clothing to toys and household products.
Admission is $1 for the public, and $35 for vendors.
For information, visit https:// graftonflea.com/.
Berkshire Bank closed this location, and another on Maple Street in Marlborough, in 2023. It recently sold both properties to 303 Turnpike Road LLC, an entity managed by Lundgren Equity Partners based in Auburn.
According to the Worcester Business Jour-
nal, which first reported the transaction, the deal was finalized on June 26.
The property containing the former branch at 303 Turnpike Road sold for $3.9 million. An adjacent property, 0 Otis St. in Northborough, containing 1.69 acres of undeveloped wetlands and woods, was included in the transaction.
The 4.14-acre property was given a tax assessment value of $2.7 million in 2024.
Berkshire’s former Marlborough branch was sold for $1.25 million. The 0.85-acre property was given a tax assessment value of $1.02 million in 2024.
Plans have yet to be announced for this site.
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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Lakeside Drive, Shrewsbury, MA 01545, for a Special Permit to the Shrewsbury Zoning Bylaw Section IV B (1) to extend a preexisting nonconforming deck upon property located at 54 Lakeside Drive in the Residence B-2 zoning district. The subject premise is described on the Shrewsbury Assessor’s Tax Plate 51 Plot 200000.
July 29, 2024 6:30 PM
To hear the appeal of Michael Christopher of 377 Shrewsbury Street, Worcester, MA 01604, for a Variance to the Shrewsbury Zoning Bylaw Section VII-Table II to build a deck forty - one feet (41’) from the rear yard setback where fifty feet (50’) is required in the Residence B-2 upon property located at 5-2 Point Road in the Residence B-2 zoning district. The subject premise is described on the Shrewsbury Assessor’s Tax Plate 52 Plot 055008.
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