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Business groups applaud creation of Donald Lynch zoning district
By Maureen Sullivan Assistant Editor
MARLBOROUGH – Local business groups are pleased with the new Donald Lynch Boulevard District now that it has been approved by the City Council.
The council approved amending the city’s zoning codes to create the new district on Monday, Aug. 19.
“We are very pleased that the city has moved forward with the vision plan and zoning changes for Donald Lynch Boulevard,” said Elizabeth Kelley, general manager of the Solomon Pond Mall. “The establishment of this newly created business district will benefit the city as well as the landlords and owners in and around the new district.
“The opportunities it opens up for the mall will allow future thoughtful redevelopment and improvements that we look forward to pursuing,” she said.
The changes are designed to encourage more businesses to open in that part of the city, such as stand-alone restaurants, medical offices or clinics, open-air markets and, with a special permit, multifamily housing and artists’ studios.
“We are thrilled to see the new Donald Lynch Boulevard zoning district come to fruition,” said Meredith Harris, executive director of the Marlborough Economic Development Corp. “The city has been collaboratively working on this effort for a number of years, and we believe it will help shape the future of that corridor.
“It was exciting to see the council and various stakeholders come together to think critically about what uses will help elevate the district,”
By Evan Walsh Reporter
HUDSON – To say that Jake Attaway opened the season strong would be an understatement.
As a senior captain and the Hudson Hawks’ starting quarterback, Attaway led his team as they charged into Morgan Bowl to open the season against the visiting Shrewsbury Colonials. Then, once the game started, he promptly guided the Hawks down the field for an opening-drive touchdown.
The score — a 10-yard pass to wideout Savion Newton-Clark — marked Attaway’s 100th career touchdown. And the good times continued for the Hawks, who defeated the Colonials 41-14 to improve to 1-0.
Attaway finished the game with 171 rushing yards, 170 passing yards and three passing touchdowns.
More on Hudson’s victory and Attaway’s milestone can be found on page 21.
Running club donates $19,000 to local food pantries
By Maureen Sullivan Assistant Editor
MARLBOROUGH/HUDSON – Thanks to a local running club, the food pantries in Marlborough and Hudson will be able to keep the shelves stocked, and provide Thanksgiving dinners as well.
On Sunday, Sept. 8, members of the High-
land City Striders presented two checks of $9,500 each to the Marlborough Community Cupboard and the Hudson Community Food Pantry.
“The timing of this is perfect,” said Donna Dupre, president of the Hudson Food Pantry. “They are such a great organization.”
The proceeds came from the Striders’ “Run-
Hudson quarterback Jake Attaway marked his 100th career touchdown during the Hawks’ game against Shrewsbury on Sept. 6. (Photo/Evan Walsh)
COMMUNITY NEWS
Resident honored by JW Marriott on 90th birthday
By Evan Walsh Reporter
SHREWSBURY – Bert Barton and his twin sister, Joan Hargrave, are considered by many to be the youngest guests to ever stay at the Essex House.
On July 2, 1934, Werner and Marianne Kaufmann, Barton’s biological parents, traveled from Massachusetts to New York City to shop. Barton was never told quite how the events unfolded, but what’s certain is that later that day the Kaufmanns ended up in the Essex House, a hotel in the heart of New York City adjacent to Central Park.
There, Barton and Hargrave were born on the 21st floor.
In 2024, the Essex House, which is now under the management of Marriott and known as the JW Marriott Essex House New York, is still a part of Barton’s life. To cel-
ebrate and recognize the 90th birthday of their “youngest visitor,” JW Marriott sent Barton a robe and a handwritten card from company executives.
The gesture, which was a surprise to Barton, was a moment to remember.
Bert Barton wears his robe, which was gifted to him by staff at JW Marriott Essex House New York. (Photo/ Evan Walsh)
occasion. According to John Rieman, the general manager of the hotel, the company was happy to recognize Barton’s big day.
“I couldn’t say a word. I was speechless,” Barton told the Community Advocate.
The surprise was organized by one of Barton’s close friends, who contacted the JW Marriott Essex House New York to ask if it would commemorate the
“As General Manager of the JW Marriott Essex House New York, I’m always so interested in its storied past, including the stories of its guests and how we made their stay special. Mr. Barton must indeed be our ‘youngest guest’ ever, as he celebrates his 90th birthday and actual birthday having taken place at the hotel itself! We recently learned of this event directly from him, and join[ed] in his time of celebration. Thank you, Mr. Barton, for staying with us. This was the ultimate example of providing guest service and the opportunity to serve you so long ago,” he said.
Barton has four children — Bill, Joan (named after his sister), Jim, and Denise — and
three grandchildren. When it came time to surprise Barton with the robe, which came in an inconspicuous cardboard box, family flew in from as far as California to celebrate. It was his special day, but the occasion was just as exciting for family members, described Denise Barton, as they watched the full-circle moment.
“We all wanted to be there to watch him open it … [I saw] a big smile. This was a pretty good surprise, I thought,” she said.
In 1955, Barton was adopted by Maurice Barton, a retired surgeon. He later attended Bowdoin College and enlisted in the U.S. Army.
Barton had a successful career in sales and marketing and moved to Southgate at Shrewsbury several months ago. You’ll still see Barton walking about, going to the gym, and driving throughout town.
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Rotary Club introduces ecofriendly initiative to street fair
NORTHBOROUGH – The Rotary Club has announced a new initiative for the annual Applefest Street Fair on Saturday, Sept. 21, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. along Blake Street.
“The Greening of the Applefest Street Fair” is dedicated to making the event more eco-friendly and reducing environmental impact.
Bring Your Own Water Bottle – Those attending the fair are encouraged to bring their own reusable water bottles. To support this, there will be multiple water stations throughout the fair where you can easily refill your bottle with fresh, cold water.
Comprehensive Recycling and Waste Reduction – In an effort to achieve zero waste at the Applefest Street Fair, the waste management system has been revamped. Attendees will find clearly marked bins throughout the event for recycling and composting.
No Dumpster, No Problem – The goal is to eliminate the need for a dumpster altogether. By encouraging proper waste sorting and minimizing disposable materials, organizers hope to leave the fair area as clean as we found it.
Other events
The fireworks, BBQ, concert and other family fun will also take place on Sept. 21 at Algonquin Regional High School at 5 p.m. with fireworks beginning shortly after 8 p.m.
The Applefest Parade will be Sept. 22 at 1 p.m. and run from Lincoln Street School to the Northborough Historical Society.
For a full list of events, visit http://www.northboroughapplefest.com/index.html.
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SHREWSBURY – For the past several months, Shrewsbury leaders have been meeting to develop plans to renovate the Department of Public Works complex at 207-211 South St. The project is slated to go before Town Meeting
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Marlborough church helps immigrant program
MARLBOROUGH – On Wednesday, July 10, a small team of volunteers from First Church in Marlborough (Congregational) UCC helped Worcester Area Mission Society’s New Americans Program distribute diapers and hygiene kits.
The volunteers served 195 families and handed out more than 360 diapers.
WAMS Immigrant Ministry, together with the City of Worcester New Americans Program, helps the families of new Americans in the
area — including those in Marlborough — by providing them with diapers, wipes, hygiene kits and clothing.
Distributions take place biweekly, and volunteers are always welcome.
For information about First Church, call 508485-6297, or visit https://www.firstchurchmarlborough.org/
For information about Worcester Area Mission Society, visit https://www.wamsworks.org/ node/130
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Celebrate Hudson set for Sept. 14
HUDSON – The annual Celebrate Hudson festival will take place on Saturday, Sept. 14, from 1 to 9 p.m.
Main Street will be transformed into a venue for food trucks, a beer, wine and cocktail garden, live music, arts and crafts, and more.
Activities for children will include a petting zoo, face painting, a carousel, Ferris wheel, miniature golf and a foam play area.
Bands performing will include the Kings of Southern Rock and the Matt Swanton Band. Other performing groups will include the Tanglewood Marionettes, Guitars & Grooves and Crocodile River Music.
For information, visit https:// www.discoverhudson.org/celebrate-hudson
she said. “It’s a great example of proactive planning that will set the stage for future growth and economic development to occur.”
“The Marlborough Regional Chamber of Commerce is excited to witness the realization of the new Donald Lynch Boulevard Zoning District,” said President Michelle Mercier. “This initiative reflects the collaborative efforts of the city and various stakeholders over the past years. We believe this development will play a crucial role in shaping the future of the corridor, providing a significant boost to local businesses.”
The proposed district also would encourage more parking for bicycles, more landscaped islands within parking lots, and shared outdoor spaces.
Learn more about the new district at https://www.marlborough-ma.gov/sites/g/files/ vyhlif7576/f/events/24-packet-0819_0.pdf
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From left: Fred Haas, Pastor Kaz Bem, Harry Lewis and Hadley Haas. (Courtesy Photo)
Hudson students intern with Rep. Hogan
HUDSON – Two Hudson students interned with Rep. Kate Hogan (D-Stow) over the summer.
Brianna Moran graduated from Hudson High School in 2022 and is a junior at Saint Anselm College, and Harper Hellerman recently graduated from Northfield Mount Herman School and will be taking a gap year before attending Mount Holyoke College.
Moran and Hellerman worked on research and writing projects with Hogan’s staff, attended House briefings, learned about the day-to-day duties of a legislative office and participated in a bipartisan speaker series.
“Having students come and
see what happens every day in our state government is so important,” said Hogan.
“When I meet with them, I often hear how surprised they are by how much work gets done by the Legislature, how collegial members of both parties are in dealing with issues of the day and how you can make a difference for your community and Commonwealth — all great lessons!”
Moran is studying politics with a minor in campaign management and history at Saint Anselm.
Over the summer, she worked on a number of projects, including conducting research on constituent concerns, draft-
Lions Club announces peace poster contest
MARLBOROUGH – Lions Club International has announced its 2024 Peace Poster Contest.
This year’s theme is “Peace without Limits.”
The Marlborough Lions is inviting students from Marlborough and Hudson, who will be ages 11, 12 or 13 on Nov. 15 to take part.
The top three local prizes — $100, $60 and $40 — will be awarded for entries based on originality, artistic merit and expression of the theme. Additional winnings are possible if the poster moves on to the district or state level, and beyond.
Posters (minimum 13 by 20 inches, maximum 20 by 24 inches) are due on Monday, Oct. 21.
No letters, numbers or words are allowed on the poster.
See one of the art teachers in Marlborough or Hudson schools for a permission slip or more
ing press releases and researching policy briefings.
“This summer, I’ve enjoyed having the opportunity to learn more about state government and see up close all of the work that is done,” she said.
Hellerman participated in Hogan’s “Week on Beacon Hill” program, which is aimed at
information.
Students must adhere to all the rules for eligibility.
For details, visit www.lionsclubs.org/peaceposter
providing an experiential internship to students who have completed their junior or senior year of high school.
As part of the program, the participants experience the capitol, assist with projects in Hogan’s office and participate in the summer intern speaker series.
Office hours Hogan will be holding office hours on Sept. 13 between 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. at the Hudson Public Library in the Tavares Room. If you are unable to attend the office hours and have any concerns, please contact Hogan’s office at 617-722-2600 or email Kate.Hogan@mahouse.gov.
"...There's the real danger of overlooking a very important day... TODAY. For this is the place and the time for living. Let us live each day abundantly and beautifully while it is here."
Hudson High School graduate Brianna Moran interned with Rep. Kate Hogan over the summer. (Photo/Courtesy)
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See You in September
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It’s been a great summer filled with searing heat and rain. Makes me think of the song See You in September (“See You in September” is a song written by Sid Wayne and Sherman Edwards). It was first recorded by the Pittsburgh vocal group the Tempos. This first version peaked at No. 23 in the USA in the summer of 1959 and No. 16 in Canada. The most popular take on “See You In September” was by the Happenings in 1966, which reached No. 3.
Here we are in September (this is being penned on Labor Day.) In the Real Estate market, we are seeing an uptick in inventory often indicative of late to the party spring listings. This is good for buyers who often felt shut out of the Spring market with stagnant inventory and rising rates. Good agents will find out why the house is on the market, and do the sellers need to find a place to live before selling.
If you’re a seller it’s not too late to list. We are still at relatively low inventory levels. You must list your house to sell it. There is still time to properly list your home.
And as a professional full-time agent, please don’t be shy about having us over to discuss the sale. We’ve seen it all! It’s amazing to me
how many vacant properties exist waiting…. waiting for the right time, waiting for the pain of a loss to pass, waiting for the property to get cleared…all while paying taxes, insurance and in some cases a mortgage.
Speaking of mortgages, mortgage rates are creeping down. They will not get to the pandemic rates of 2-3%. Banks can’t make money at that low a rate. So it’s time to consider a refinance. Some people will do a cash out refi to help with a home improvement. It’s a personal choice to use money that way.
If you are buying and need a mortgage, your rate is creeping down. This increases your affordability. So you can more readily go for that stretch house if you are so inclined.
WHOA. It’s Labor Day and Gary is working overtime. The point simply is this: fall is a great time to list or buy a house and the mortgage rate gods are looking favorably on us.
It’s time to act or next summer you will be humming “See You in September.”
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ning with the Wolves” event held in July.
“The Highland City Striders are so proud to continue the tradition of giving back to our communities, and so pleased to support the food pantries again this year,” said Peter Bakkala, president of the Striders.
Before the check presentation, Dupre led a tour of the facility at 28 Houghton St. After checking in at the desk, clients can take a shopping cart and “shop” for what they need.
“It’s a true shopping experience,” said Dupre.
The pantry is stocked with canned goods and other nonperishable items; it also offers fresh produce, baked goods and other essentials such as diapers, toothbrushes and toothpaste.
The pantry also keeps bags full of essentials, so that those seeking assistance don’t leave empty-handed.
Like other food pantries in the area, Hudson and Marlborough have seen an increase in demand over the past year.
According to Barbara LaGrenade, director of the Marlborough Community Cupboard, they see about 800 families a month. In Hudson’s case, the Food Pantry helped 59 families on Saturday, Sept. 7.
They’ve been able to keep up with help from volunteers, donations from local supermarkets, and contributions from groups such as the Striders.
“We try to make the best use of what we get,” said Dupre.
LaGrenade said the funds will be used toward the Cupboard’s Thanksgiving program.
“We were so touched to see the dedication of the HCFP
team in fighting food insecurity in the community, as well as the enthusiasm for our donation,” said Bakkala.
If you like to run or walk, and help local food pantries,
join the Striders in their annual “Tough 10 & Fast 5 Turkey Trot” on Sunday, Dec. 1, at 9 a.m. There’s no entry fee, but participants are asked to bring 15 canned goods. Register via
www.highlandcitystriders. org. There will be medals for top finishers, prizes distributed randomly from local businesses, and awards for the three largest teams.
What’s needed (and not needed)
Donations of nonperishable goods are welcome at both pantries — nothing expired, torn or damaged in any way.
Cereal, diapers, baby wipes and pet food are among the items most in demand.
For the time being, Dupre is requesting no “sweet beans” — Boston baked beans — no canned pumpkin pie filling, no green beans and no cranberry sauce.
LaGrenade is requesting no peas.
For information about the Hudson Food Pantry, visit https://hudsoncommunityfoodpantry.org/
For information about the Marlborough Community Cupboard, a program of the United Way of Tri-County, visit https://www.uwotc.org/mcc
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Members of the Hudson Community Food Pantry accept a donation of $9,500 from the Highland City Striders on Sunday, Sept. 8. (Photos/Maureen Sullivan)
The Hudson Community Food Pantry offers canned goods and other nonperishable items.
Howard Johnson’s restaurant in Shrewsbury evolved and endured for decades
SHREWSBURY THEN NOW
By Michael Perna Jr., History Columnist
SHREWSBURY – Howard Johnson’s opened on Route 9 at the corner of Harrington Avenue in the late 1930s. Here we have a view of not only the restaurant — which appears to be very busy judging by the number of cars in the parking lot — but Route 9 itself. It was
a much simpler arrangement than today’s modern road. To the right is a Tydol gas station, which later became DeFalco’s Auto Sales, with a Dairy Queen (later “Frosty’s”) next door.
Howard Johnson’s was run by the Bonin family of Worcester.
The building was later had additions, with the Squires Lounge becoming a popular night spot. Later, the business was transformed into the Ground Round and operated until recent years, when it was sold, torn down, and the present Walgreen’s Pharmacy built on this spot.
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MARLBOROUGH – For the second time in September, Main Street turned into a venue for food, music and fun.
The fifth annual Food Truck and Arts Festival, sponsored by the Marlborough Economic Development Corp., took place on a sunny and breezy Sunday, Sept. 8.
Nearly two dozen food trucks
took over the Weed Street parking lot, offering a range of items from lemonade and barbecue to Mexican and Italian street food.
Along Main Street local arts groups provided chalk art, games and more for families; vendors offered knitted goods, glass art and more for purchase.
At the other end of City Hall, the city’s Fire, Police and Department of Public Works staged a touch-a-vehicle event.
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By early afternoon, the crowds were ready for lunch, and the food trucks were ready to serve them, on Sunday, Sept. 8, at the Weed Street parking lot in Marlborough.
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McKenzie and Meiko were also on hand to answer questions.
At the South Bolton side of Main Street, several bands performed, including The True Vibe Band, The Allens and Color Killer.
The Marlborough Public Library provided information about fall programs, while Marlborough Public Schools had information about job openings.
The Historical Society had
its 2025 calendar for sale, along with commemorative keychains of Samuel Boyd; proceeds from keychain sales will help the society pay for a statue of Boyd, a businessman and philanthropist considered as the “father of Marlborough.”
For information on purchasing a calendar or keychain, as well as upcoming programs, visit https://www.historicmarlborough.org/
For information about the MEDC, visit https://marlboroughedc.com/
HUDSON – The Hudson Cultural Council is accepting grant applications to support community-oriented arts, humanities and science programs.
The council is part of the Mass Cultural Council, which funds cultural activities statewide, including Hudson. In 2024, the council awarded grants to a number of programs, including the Hudson Armory Summer Series, Hudson High School Drama Society’s production of “Mean Girls” and the Assabet Valley
Chamber of Commerce’s 2024 Market Music.
The Hudson Cultural Council is made up of volunteers that are appointed by the Select Board.
Applicants can apply from Sept. 1 to Oct. 16. The council will consider grants that meet the guidelines found at https:// www.hudsonculturalcouncil. org/guidelines and submitted through https://massculturalcouncil.org/communities/local-cultural-council-program/ application-process/.
Chapman Education launches College Coaching Cohort Program
REGION – Chapman Education is committed to empowering students through providing support and guidance as they navigate the private school and college admissions process.
Chapman offers several services, including individualized college counseling and secondary school placement and group programming including in-person workshops, bootcamps and retreats and our College Coaching Cohort Program.
The College Coaching Co -
hort Program began in September. The cohorts are divided by grade levels. Chapman is excited to be launching groups for students entering ninth, 10th and 11th grades.
To learn more about their programming, call 617-8235403. You can also schedule a 15 minute call with CEO Christine Chapman to learn more about the organization.
Chapman Education is also launching a new podcast called “College Chat with Christine Chapman.”
Students or parents of a student in ninth through 12th grade will be able to sign up to be a guest on the podcast and ask their college questions.
For more information, visit https://chapmaneducation. org/.
REGION – The Massachusetts Credit Union Share Insurance Corporation (MSIC) is offering a new product directly to consumers — The Rate Improver Mortgage, or TRIM.
With a TRIM fixed-rate mortgage, if interest rates drop within the first five years, borrowers will be able to float down their interest rate with no fees, saving them thousands of dollars in refinancing fees and interest.
MSIC was chartered by a special act of the Legislature in 1961. It was the first insurance company in the country to provide deposit insurance protection to credit union members.
The current statute permits MSIC to insure deposits exceeding the $250,000 limit of the federal insurance program provided by the National Credit Union Administration.
Over its history, the corporation has played a critical role in ensuring the stability of the credit union industry in Massachusetts.
For more information, call 800-622-4015, email info@ msic.org or visit https://msic. website/.
Chapman Education has launched the College Coaching Cohort Program.
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MARLBOROUGH – The Immaculate Conception and St. Matthias parishes of Marlborough will hold their 8th annual St. Vincent de Paul Friends of the Poor Walk on Saturday, Oct. 5, starting at Immaculate Conception Meehan Hall, 119 Washington St., Marlborough. All funds raised by the Marlborough Friends of the Poor Walk benefit neighbors in need in Marlborough. Registration
begins at 9:30 a.m. The threemile walk on the Assabet River Rail Trail begins at 10 a.m. The Friends of the Poor Walk is a national event coordinated by the National Council of the United States Society of St. Vincent de Paul.
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul helps those in need in the local community. The volunteer members of St. Vincent de Paul meet with each individual/family to help support their needs.
To donate or register for the walk in advance, please visit www.marlboroughfopwalk. org. You can also register on-site the day of the walk. All proceeds benefit those in need in Marlborough. Thank you to everyone who supports the Friends of the Poor Walk, including every walker, corporate sponsor, and donor. You are making a difference for those in need in our community. For more information, contact info@ icfopwalk.org.
ST ANN’S ACADEMY class of 1949, also known as the Golden
Girls of the Class of 1949, will gather at the Wayside Inn in Sudbury on Saturday, Sept. 21, at noon, for their 75th reunion. Former students will be arriving from Florida, North Carolina and the Cape. For more information, contact Betty (Pietroluongo) Evangelous at 508380-9267.
A HUGE SHOUTOUT to Henry Schein’s Back to School program for their generous donation of 50 backpacks filled with
Gigi Chamberlain, right, a member of the GFWC Marlborough Junior Woman’s Club, recently presented a donation of clothes to Ellen Carlucci, vice president of development, marketing and communications at UMass Memorial Health Marlborough Hospital, for use in the Community Closet at the Hospital. (Photo/ Courtesy)
school supplies to Marlborough Public Schools. Since 1998, Henry Schein has been uplifting the spirits and confidence of underserved children in various communities. To date, they’ve reached over 65,000 kids worldwide.
GIGI CHAMBERLAIN, a member of the GFWC Marlborough Junior Woman’s Club, recently presented a large donation of clothes to Ellen Carlucci, for use at the Community Closet
at UMass Memorial – Marlborough Hospital. The Community Closet holds a large variety of clothing that has been donated for patients that may need a fresh change of clothes.
DR. DAN RILEY, principal of the Marlborough High School, recently congratulated Lynn Collins (10 years) and Sylvia Antonellis (20 years) for their years of service. Their years of dedication and hard work have been instrumental in the success of the breakfast and lunch program.
WORCESTER RED SOX
“WooSox” fans recently crossed the 500,000 mark in tickets purchased, a feat they’ve now accomplished each of the past three seasons. The 500,000th fan was Marlborough resident Paige Perkinson, who arrived at Polar Park with her husband David, their 8-year-old son Wiley, and their good friend, Amy McHugh from Quincy.
Congratulations to these lucky fans who were gifted a
Celebrating Excellence at SALMON Health and Retirement!
Our CEO, Matt Salmon, and Executive Director of Beaumont Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Care Center at Westborough, Lisa Coppola, proudly hold our 5-Star Award, recognizing SALMON as one of the best nursing homes in Massachusetts.
This top rating from Medicare reflects our unwavering commitment to outstanding care and exceptional service. We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to our dedicated staff and wonderful residents for making this achievement possible!
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PAUL AND JOHN BENEDET-
TO have pulled out the original grille used for the St. Ann BBQ of many years ago and will cook for the St. Ann’s Style Chicken Barbecue scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 5. noon to 4 p.m. at the Marlborough Fish & Game. There will be chicken, roasted potatoes. salad, macaroni and cheese and homemade desserts as well as a 50/50 raffle and basket raffle. Tickets are $25, adults; $10, children 6 -12; and under 6 free. For tickets, call 508-380-9267.
THE COMMUNITY RECYCLE
EVENT, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Marlborough and the Marlborough Regional Chamber of Commerce, will be held on Saturday, Oct. 19, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Navin Rink, Bolton Street. You pay $40 oer car load or pick-up truck load.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY
Sept. 6 – Greg Short
Sept. 13 – Olivia Goliger, Rob Seymour and Katie Spacek
Dr. Dan Riley, center, congratulates Lynn Collins, left, and Sylvia Antonellis for their years of service and being instrumental in the success of the breakfast and lunch program. (Photo/Courtesy)
Sept. 14 – John Usinas, Christine Seymour and Alissa Broz Watters
Sept. 15 – Sharon Levy and Suzanne Duquette
Sept. 16 – Elizabeth Whapham Greer
Sept. 17 – Nancy Stevens
Sept. 18 – Cliff Fenton
Sept. 28 – Janice Hynes and Christopher Shea
Sept. 30 – Nena Bloomquist and Charlie Downey
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY
Sept. 17 – Barbara and Doug Rowe
Sept. 18 – Rick and Julie Lombardi and Dick and Janet Yurkus
Sept. 20 – Gretta and Rich Holland
Sept. 26 – Ron and Nancy Dalbec
Send items for “Marlborough at a Glance” to Mary Wenzel at marysampler@verizon.net. Put GLANCE in the subject line.
Boys & Girls Club marks 80 th anniversary
MARLBOROUGH – The Boys & Girls Club of MetroWest is celebrating 80 years of serving and empowering youth in the community through quality afterschool programming that is accessible to all.
To commemorate this achievement, the organization will host its annual gala and auction on Thursday, Oct. 17, at The Verve Hotel in Natick.
Presented by the TJX Companies Inc., the gala and auction is more than just a fundraiser; it’s a celebration of the positive impact the club has had on countless children and families of Marlborough, Hudson and Framingham over the past eight decades.
Guests will have the chance to actively participate in the club’s legacy by bidding on an array of silent and live auction items, including luxury getaways, unique home goods and family experiences.
For the third year in a row, a jewelry pull raffle will feature
a piece donated by Wright Jeweler & Design.
Even if you can’t attend in person, you can still bid on from the comfort of your home.
The proceeds from the auction will help fund programs Money Matters and Friday Fun Nights for teens and support the cost of buses that make sure youths can safely get from their school to the club every day of the week.
Tickets for the gala and auction are now available for $150 per person and include dinner. You can register for free to participate virtually in the auction, or you can buy tickets and contribute to the success of this fundraiser by visiting www.bgcmetrowest. org/gala, or call the resource development office at 508485-4912.
To learn more about, or donate to the Boys & Girls Clubs of MetroWest, visit www. bgcmetrowest.org.
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Third-grade student left on bus, then alone on street COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
By Maureen Sullivan Assistant Editor
MARLBOROUGH – The city’s public schools system is conducting an investigation into how a third-grade student was first placed on a bus he was not
supposed to ride, then left on a nearby street alone.
In a story first reported on WHDH-TV-7News, on Wednesday, Sept. 4, the incident happened on Wednesday, Aug. 28, the first day of classes for Marlborough Public
Westborough Public Schools preps for budget season
By Maureen Sullivan Assistant Editor
WESTBOROUGH – Now that Superintendent Allison Borchers has experienced her initial first day at Westborough Public Schools, she is preparing for her next first — the WPS school budget.
During the School Committee meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 4, Borchers presented
the schedule of meetings to build the budget for fiscal 2026.
That includes the fall budget summit on Sept. 26; meetings with the School Committee on Oct. 2 and 30; a presentation of the preliminary budget on Nov. 13; and a public hearing in late November.
According to Borchers, the goal will be to have a budget by early December.
“ Families trust us with their children, and is our responsibility to ensure that students are dismissed to the proper location.
Mary Murphy Superintendent
Schools.
“On Thursday, Aug. 29, the Goodnow [Elementary] School received a report that on the first day of school, Wednesday, Aug. 28, a student was mistakenly put on a school bus at the end of the school day. The child was scheduled to remain in the school building at an extended day program,” according to Superintendent Mary Murphy in a statement released on Tuesday, Sept. 3.
According to the student’s mother Stephanie Bagu, when she arrived at Goodnow to pick
him up, he wasn’t there, and nobody at the school knew where he went.
Bagu then received a call from a woman, who was driving home from work, saying she spotted Bagu’s son standing on the side of Bolton Street. The woman had found Bagu’s phone number in the boy’s backpack.
Bagu went to Bolton Street to get her son, who she said had been in the area for three hours.
“I am grateful that he was OK. He wasn’t hurt or any -
thing,” she told 7News. “I’m just really thankful that someone didn’t walk off with him.”
Bagu said this was not the first time this has happened to her son. He had been placed on a bus he was not supposed to ride; she said in that case, the driver knew her son was not supposed to be on that bus, and drove him back to school.
“This was a terrifying incident for the family,” said Murphy. “Families trust us with their children, and is our responsibility to ensure that students are dismissed to the proper location. It is obvious that the school procedures failed.
“A full investigation is currently taking place. Once all the facts are collected, we will share a detailed plan to ensure that this never happens again,” she added.
Murphy said a follow-up meeting has been scheduled with the student’s mother.
Site visit held for Zeh roof replacement project
By Laura Hayes Managing Editor
NORTHBOROUGH – Before the start of the school year, the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) held a site visit at Zeh Elementary School as part of the process to determine if the roof replacement project would be accepted into one of their programs.
In the spring, the school district submitted a statement of interest to the MSBA to replace the roof of Zeh through their Accelerated Repair Program. According to Assistant Superintendent of Operations Keith Lavoie at the Sept. 4 Northborough School Committee meeting, the district deemed that the roof was solar ready.
“Which I believe was a good criteria because we were contacted by MSBA about five days before school started … and we had a site visit,” he said.
Lavoie went on the roof
with members of MSBA, and the authority conducted a deeper investigation. He expected that the authority would have a decision by the middle of October to determine which programs would be accepted.
In late 2023, seven solar projects were presented at a combined meeting of the school committees. In Northborough, the projects were proposed for Zeh, Proctor, Lincoln Street and a canopy at Melican.
In terms of the other solar
projects, Solect Energy was able to get the solar arrays installed at Lincoln Street and Proctor over the summer. Lavoie said additional work needs to be done in terms of connectivity.
“We are National Grid ready,” said Lavoie.
Summer work
Because school was out for the summer early, Lavoie said the additional week “did play a dividend.”
“We were able to get to more maintenance projects,
Cub Scouts plan fishing derby
WESTBOROUGH – Cub Scouts Pack 100 will host a fishing derby on Saturday, Sept. 14, from 9 a.m. to noon at Sandra Pond.
Children from kindergarten to fifth grade are welcome to attend. Extra poles will be available for use.
In addition to the fishing derby, the event will be a chance to learn more about Cub Scouts.
For information, email pack100westborough@gmail.com, or visit www.pack100westborough.com.
a little more painting, than we have in years past, which has definitely brightened the buildings and made things great,” he said.
At Melican Middle School, the outdoor courts were repaired. The Proctor Elementary School roof project has officially been fully completed. Lavoie said the district was almost ready to go out for procurement for the electrical side of the air conditioning project at Melican.
Part of the work included landscaping at each of the
five schools in Northborough Public Schools.
“I think we’re committed to making sure that our facilities look as great as they are inside in terms of what students experience,” said Superintendent Greg Martineau. “I think it speaks volumes when you drive by a school and it’s wellmaintained, the grounds look inviting. I think it sends a strong message to the community that we value education and we value the spaces students occupy each day.”
Veterans breakfast at Sr. Center
WESTBOROUGH – The American Legion Stowell-Parker Post 163 will host a free veterans breakfast on Saturday, Sept. 14, at 9 a.m. at the Westborough Senior Center, 4 Rogers Road.
The menu will include pancakes and sausage, orange juice and coffee.
To participate, call the senior center to make a reservation at 508-366-3000. Transportation is available as needed.
For information, contact John Gallinagh at usnr1967@gmail. com, 508-769-7813.
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House fire causes over $100,000 in damage
By Ron Ayotte Contributing Writer
MARLBOROUGH – The Marlborough Fire Department was dispatched to a structure fire at 29 Belmore Place at 7:33 a.m. on Sept. 5.
The fire was reported by a neighbor across the street. The residents had left to take their children to school when the fire was reported.
Engines 1, 2, 3 Truck 1, Rescue 1, Car 5 and Car 3 responded, along with K-1 (the fire inspector).
Engine 3 reported heavy fire coming from the garage and extending to the second floor. A rapid fire attack was initiated with all companies working. The fire was extinguished and extensive overhaul operations began, opening up the walls and ceiling to search for fire extension into the walls and ceilings.
“The firefighters of Group 4 did one hell of a job knocking down the fire and saving the rest of the house,” Assistant Chief Jeff Emanuelson said.
The home’s condition was being evaluated by the city’s Building Department.
The Southborough Fire Department was dispatched on the working fire and provided the Rapid Intervention Team. Hudson and Northborough
Marlborough Fire Department battled a fire at 29 Belmore Place.
(Photo/Ron Ayote)
fire departments provided coverage for Marlborough’s stations.
Damage to the structure is estimated at over $100,000. One of the family’s cars that was parked outside of the garage was damaged from the heat of the fire.
The cause of the fire is under investigation by the Marlborough Fire Department’s Fire Investigations Unit.
By Laura Hayes Managing Editor
WESTBOROUGH – A motorcyclist from Westborough was killed in a fatal crash in Worcester.
According to the Worcester Police Department, officers were called to 465 Shrewsbury Street near Piccadilly Plaza at 2:45 a.m. Sept. 9 following the report of a serious crash involving a motorcycle and vehicle.
Police identified the motorcyclist as a 26-year-old man from Westborough. Of-
ficers said they arrived and found that he suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene by the paramedics.
According to police, the preliminary investigation indicated that the motorcyclist was driving “at an extremely high rate of speed,” struck the vehicle that was turning left and was thrown off the motorcycle. Officers said the vehicle was damaged, but the people inside were not injured.
The crash is under investigation.
By Laura Hayes Managing Editor
NORTHBOROUGH – A Grafton man is facing charges after
he allegedly inappropriately touched a victim while walking on trails in Watson Park.
According to the Northborough Police Department, the incident was reported to officers on Sept. 8. When police responded, the victim told them that they had been “indecently touched” by a male while they were walking on the trails.
Police said the suspect had fled before they arrived, but they obtained a description of him and his vehicle and issued a “Be On the Lookout” alert to neighboring departments.
Westborough police located the suspect shortly after the alert was issued.
Walter Laskos, of Grafton, was arrested and charged with indecent assault and battery on a person over 14 years old. Laskos was scheduled to be arraigned in Westborough District Court on Sept. 9.
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LEGAL NOTICES
HUDSON
KEEPING OF ANIMALS – LEGAL NOTICE
The Hudson Board of Health is providing official notice that “The Control of Keeping of Animals in the Town of Hudson (Regulation # 07-1) have been amended per a vote of the BOH on 03/19/2024. The regulations went into effect on 07/01/2024. The change to the reg was the addition of a permitting requirement for the Keeping of Fowl/Chicken in the Town of Hudson. Permits will be good for 2 years and cost $25, free for those 70+ years. A copy of the revised regulation is available at the BOH Office located within Town Hall at 78 Main Street Hudson, MA, as well as at www.hudsonhealthdept.org. Fowl/Chicken permit applications must be submitted online by 09/30/2024 at www.tinyurl.com/HudsonChickens.
Allyson O’Malley Chair, Hudson Board of Health
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 David Wilkinson. The owner of the property is David Wilkinson. The work is located at 40 Woodrow Street (Map-Parcel 31-38). The proposed project is construction of a garage in Buffer Zone to Bordering Vegetated Wetland. The Public Hearing will be held via remote video conference on September 19, 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.
SHREWSBURY
TOWN OF SHREWSBURY BOARD OF HEALTH PUBLIC HEARING LEGAL NOTICE
September 25, 2024 8:00 a.m.
The Shrewsbury Board of Health will be conducting a Public Hearing on Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at 8:00 AM, in the Selectmen’s Meeting Room at the Richard D. Carney Municipal Office Building, 100 Maple Avenue, Shrewsbury, MA 01545 to consider the designation of land at 65 Prospect Street for burial purposes in accordance with M.G.L. Chapter 114, Section 34.
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. Business hours are Monday, Wednesday, Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Tuesday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.; and Friday from 8:00 a.m. to Noon.
Any person wishing to be heard should appear at the time and place designated above, or should send a letter to the Board of Health in time to be read during the hearing. Please note: Individuals requiring special accommodations should contact the Health Department at 508-841-8384 at least fourteen (14) days prior to the hearing date in order to facilitate your request.
LEGAL NOTICE
The Shrewsbury Planning Board will hold a public hearing on Thursday evening, October 3, 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 Norman Hill, 214 Worcester Street, North Grafton, MA 01536 for Site Plan Approval by the Planning Board as required by the Town of Shrewsbury Zoning Bylaw Section VII.F.3 and Subsection N.3 and two (2) Special Permits as required by Sections N.3.b.11 and N.7.c for horizontal mixed use and multiple buildings on a single lot, for the reconstruction of a building for a res-
taurant as shown on plans entitled, “Restaurant Site Redevelopment” dated August 16, 2024; prepared by land Planning Inc., 214 Worcester Street, North Grafton, MA 01536, stamped by Norman G. Hill PE, PLS., consisting of twelve (12) pages. The subject project is located at 299 Hartford Turnpike on the northern side of Hartford Turnpike and west of Grafton Street, within the Route 20 Overlay District and consists in whole or in part of Shrewsbury Assessor’s Tax Plate 53, Plot 0050000.
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
TOWN OF SHREWSBURY
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS PUBLIC HEARINGS
RICHARD D. CARNEY MUNICIPAL OFFICE BUILDING 100 MAPLE AVENUE
SHREWSBURY, MA
September 30, 2024 6:30 PM
To hear the appeal of Donald O’Neil, 688 Pleasant Street Worcester, Massachusetts 01602 for two Variances and two Special Permits to the Shrewsbury Zoning Bylaw Section VI-Table I, Section VII.E to operate a gasoline service station with related uses including convenience store with drive thru window, and to construct two freestanding pylon signs fifteen (15’) feet from the front yard setback when fifty (50’) feet is required on property located at 193 Hartford Turnpike in the Limited Industrial District. The subject premise is described on the Shrewsbury Assessor’s Tax Plate 52 Plot 000125.
September 30, 2024 6:30 PM
To hear the appeal of Joshua Lee Smith, 311 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01608 for two Variances to the Shrewsbury Zoning Bylaws Section VII.E.4.d; and Section VII.E.5.f to remove the existing four (4) pylon signs and replace them with a single pylon sign thirty eight and six tenths feet (38.6’) tall for both the 571 Boston Turnpike and the 537-550 Boston Turnpike that will exceed the allowed 35 feet and
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advertise business on multiple lots on property located at 571 Boston Turnpike in the Commercial Business zoning district. The subject premise is described on the Shrewsbury Assessor’s Tax Plate 34 Plot 024001.
September 30, 2024 6:30 PM
To hear the appeal of Dean Sokos, 123 Maple Ave Rutland, MA 01543 for a Special Permit to the Shrewsbury Zoning Bylaws Section IV.B to build a deck thirty two and nine tenths (32.9’) feet from the rear yard setback on a pre-existing non-conforming dwelling on property located at 26 Fairlawn Circle in the Residence B-2 zoning district. The subject premise is described on the Shrewsbury Assessor’s Tax Plate 39 Plot 125000.
September 30, 2024 6:30 PM
To hear the appeal of Luishun Lau, 77 Kingsbury Street, Wellesley, MA 02481 for a Variance to the Shrewsbury Zoning Bylaws Section VII.D to provide fewer parking spaces than required by the bylaw on property located at 288 Boston Turnpike in the Limited Business zoning district. The subject premise is described on the Shrewsbury Assessor’s Tax Plate 32 Plot 507000.
Peter Mulcahy, Clerk
The Town of Shrewsbury DPW, 100 Maple Ave., Shrewsbury MA 01545 (“the Town”), invites the submission of responses for FY2025 Water Main Replacements at Harriet Ave, Dawson Circle, Oak Street Easement, Oak Street Extension, South Street, Alice Ave (alt), and Ruthen Circle (alt), in the Town of Shrewsbury. The IFB may be obtained by visiting the Town’s website www.shrewsburyma.gov/bids, beginning on September 11th, 2024. Responses will be received until 11:00 AM local time, October 2nd, 2024; by mailing proposals to the Town Manager’s office at 100 Maple Ave., Shrewsbury MA 01545, with submissions clearly marked FY2025 Water Main Replacements. 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, 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.
MARLBOROUGH
CITY OF MARLBOROUGH
CONSERVATION COMMISSION NOTICE OF INTENT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Notice is hereby given that the Marlborough Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on September 19, 2024, at 7:00 PM at Marlborough City Hall, 140 Main St. on the 3rd Floor Memorial Hall.
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.
Plans and other information will be available in the Conservation Office at City Hall Monday thru Friday 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, (508)460-3768. 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 hearing on September 19, 2024, at 7:00 PM at Marlborough City Hall, 140 Main St. on the 3rd Floor Memorial Hall. The City of Marlborough DPW proposes to remove an existing corrugated metal culvert and headwalls, and replace with a new embedded box culvert and new headwalls at the Causeway St. Extension (next to Memorial Beach).
Plans and other information will be available in the Conservation Office at City Hall Monday thru Friday 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, (508)460-3768. All interested persons are invited to the public hearing.
Edward Clancy Conservation Commission Chairman
The information in the police log is obtained directly from the official records maintained at each police station in our circulation area.Those arrested are innocent until proven guilty. The Community Advocate will publish news of acquittals upon notification and a copy of court issued documentation. The below is a representation of this week’s police log. Some calls lacking severity have been omitted due to space constraints.
Marlborough
Sunday, Sept. 1
8:07 p.m. Arrested , Daniel Esquivel Bicalho, 42, of 1610 Worcester Rd., Apt. 530, Framingham, for OUI-liquor or .08%, negligent operation of motor vehicle, marked lanes violation.
Monday, Sept. 2
10:43 p.m. Arrested, Markeith Antwuan JR Walton, 21, of 69 Catharine St., Apt. 3, Worcester, on true warrant.
Tuesday, Sept. 3
5:11 p.m. Arrested , Gilclece
Faustino Araujo, 36, of 302 Boston Post Road East, Apt. B6, Marlborough, on true warrant. Friday, Sept. 6
11:16 a.m. Arrested, Parris R. Beasley, 41, homeless, on true warrant.
Saturday, Sept. 7
11:05 p.m. Arrested , Osman Gualberto Ramirez Lopez, 32, of 60 East Main St., Apt. 1, Marlborough, for OUI-liquor or .08%, unlicensed operation of MV, leave scene of property damage, fail to drive in right lane, negligent operation of motor vehicle.
Westborough
Wednesday, Aug. 21
12:50 p.m. Arrested, Brandon M. Cyr, 33, of 37 Drake Rd., Apt. 507, Arlington, on warrant.
Friday, Aug. 23
8:50 a.m. Arrested, Julie Marie
Lafrance, 52, of 152 Bartlett St., Apt. A, Northborough, for no inspection sticker, fail to stop for police, op MV with license revoked, breakdown lane violation, negligent operation of motor vehicle.
10:50 a.m. Arrested, Sarah A. Dempsey, 42, of 46 Richmond Ave., Worcester, for op MV with license suspended for OUI/CDL/ MVH, no inspection sticker, straight warrant, unregistered motor vehicle.
Tuesday, Aug. 27
6:17 a.m. Arrested, Marco Antonio Ramirez Severino, 33, of 27 Vernon St., Worcester, for B&E daytime for felony/person in fear, vandalize property, unarmed robbery, intimidate witness/ juror/police/court official, threat to commit crime to wit assault and battery.
2:00 p.m. Arrested , Darren
Anthony Fiore, 56, of 141 Elm St., Apt. 1, Quincy, on straight warrant.
Wednesday, Aug. 28
4:13 a.m. Arrested, Nicholas J. Manos, 29, of 30 Racicot Ave., Apt. 1R, Webster, on straight warrant.
Northborough
Thursday, Aug. 29
6:46 p.m. Arrested , Billy Ray Dodson, 77, of 62 West Main St., Northborough, on warrant.
8:33 p.m. Arrested , Ramon Lamar White, 43, of 20 Harris Ave., Northborough, on warrant.
Wednesday, Sept. 4
11:02 p.m. Arrested, Luis Rios, 42, of 27 Vernon St., Worcester, for assault with dangerous weapon.
Shrewsbury
Saturday, Aug. 31
2:59 a.m. Arrested, Shemar O. Dennis, 23, of 30 Mendon St., Worcester, on warrant.
Friday, Sept. 6
12:41 a.m. Arrested, Elizabeth Stancu, 39, of 15 4 Eaglehead Ter., Apt. 4, Shrewsbury, for OUIliquor, marked lanes violation. 3:27 a.m. Arrested , Wilberto Negron, 50, of 12 Lowell St., Apt. 1, Waltham, for possession Class E substance, false ID following arrest, trafficking fentanyl in more than 10 grams, trafficking in Class B substance, warrant, and Kristie Lauren Uva, 46, of 3 Harvard St., Natick, for poss Class B substance subsequent offense, op MV with license suspended/revoked, number plate violation, forge/misuse RMV document, unregistered vehicle.
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Shrewsbury students work to bring robotics to everyone
By Evan Walsh Reporter
SHREWSBURY – Robotics should be made available to everyone, regardless of socioeconomic status.
That’s the crux of Seize the Bot, a 501(c) nonprofit organization founded by a group of local students from Saint John’s High School and Shrewsbury High School. The idea behind the organization started several years ago when current Saint John’s senior Sidharth Subbiah donated old robotics equipment. Now, the group focuses on acquiring and donating FIRST LEGO League robotics kits, making STEM accessible to everyone.
“We’re getting that equality of education. What we want to do is provide an equal opportunity to someone at an underfunded school. We’ll work with those underfunded schools and develop a program that’s akin to something at a school that’s well-funded,” said Saint John’s senior and the nonprofit’s CFO Lawson Mitchell. “We’ll work with them in-person. We’ll get them real, physical LEGO robotics kits.”
FIRST LEGO League robotics is the preeminent program that introduces robotics and STEM-related curriculum to students, Mitchell and Subbiah said. The organization helps early-age students “understand the basics of STEM and apply their skills in an exciting competition while building habits of learning, confidence, and teamwork skills along the way,” according to its website.
Seize the Bot has donated 10 kits to roughly seven underserved areas, raising nearly $19,000. The group has reached 2,800 students so far and has plans to expand to areas across New England and Texas, where Subbiah’s cousin lives, in the near future, the organizers said.
“For me, it feels great to donate… One [administrator] reached out to us with an email saying, ‘For the last 11 years, the school has never had the means to go ahead and buy this program.’ I know how powerful it
is. I know how impactful it is. That fact that we can help with these kits — schools truly, truly feel the impact, just by one of these donations,” Subbiah said.
“Our goal is to step in and say, ‘Yes, you can keep your robotics program. Yes, we can help you with this.’ We’re trying to help kids access the same things that are available at Saint John’s and Shrewsbury. It’s all about the accessibility of these materials,” said Mitchell.
Beyond the charitable donations and commitment to STEM education, Seize the Bot has managed to do the improbable — unite Shrewsbury High School and Saint John’s students. The blue-and-gold Colonials and red-and-white Pioneers clash frequently on the gridiron, but, as it turns out, the two groups are united by helping people, creating change and explaining robotics to younger children.
“At Saint John’s, and presumably in Shrewsbury, too, you hear about ‘The Rivalry.’ It’s really cool that we can come together and actually make an impact. We can set the playful rivalry aside, come together, and do some good,” Mitchell said.
Lawson Mitchell and Sidharth Subbiah are two of the members of Seize the Bot, a nonprofit founded by Saint John’s and Shrewsbury High School students.
(Photo/Evan Walsh)
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
Bairos, Maria Rosa of Hudson Bausch, Shirley of Hudson Caissie, Domine of Marlborough Foss, Edward of Shrewsbury Fraser, Mary of Marlborough, formerly of Southborough Grasso, William of Marlborough & Sandwich
Jackowitz, Ronald of Shrewsbury
Karp, Bretta of Shrewsbury Keegan, Jennie of Shrewsbury LeMay, Robert of Shrewsbury Markert, Robert of Westborough Minnucci, Raymond of Southborough Moodie, Janet of Southborough Mozdiez, Pamela of Southborough Puzo Jr., Mario of Millbury/ Grafton
Regan, Keith formerly of Grafton Steele, Bruce of Westborough Vega, Carmen of Marlborough
Bretta Karp, 60
SHREWSBURY - Bretta Marsie Schiff Karp, 60, of Shrewsbury Massachusetts passed away on September 2, 2024, surrounded by her loving family, following a courageous battle with cancer.
Bretta was born in Pittsfield, Massachusetts on October 30, 1963, daughter of Philmore and Gertrude Schiff.
Bretta is survived by her beloved and devoted children, Lena Karp (Christopher Redard) and Preston Karp of Shrewsbury, MA, and her two brothers, Dr. Matheau D. Schiff and his wife Karen of Great Barrington, MA and Scott E. Schiff and his wife Laurie of Dalton, MA and their two children, Peyton and Ayva Schiff, who affectionately called her “Bobby.”
Funeral services and burial were held Sept. 5 at the Knesset Israel Cemetery located in Pittsfield.
Bruce Steele, 87
WESTBOROUGH - Bruce Ross
Steele, born August 28, 1937, passed away on September 2, 2024, just days after celebrating his 87th birthday. He spent his final days at home with his family, enjoying and singing along to his favorite Eagles tunes.
He is deeply missed by his wife Nancy, his two sons, Michael (Remy) of Dorchester and Scott (Maggie) of Hinsdale, and his three stepdaughters: Leigh, Sharon, and Jennifer. He also leaves behind grandchildren Carleigh (Corey), Shannon, Rebecca, Zachary, Mallory, Evelyn, Jeremy, and Audrey. His great-granddaughter Emma is eagerly awaiting the arrival of her baby brother, Beau, due in September. Bruce is also survived by his sister Judy (Rick) Owens and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Lillian and Bruce, his sister Florence, and brother-in-law Hank.
An avid supporter of all New England sports teams, Bruce especially cherished the Patriots. In 1971 he attended the first Patriots game at the then Schaefer Stadium and was a season ticket holder for many years. He enjoyed playing tennis and golf and, in recent years, watching both sports (in fact, any and all sports) on TV.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Westborough Fire/Ambulance Gift Fund at 42 Milk Street, Westborough, MA 01581.
Domine M. Caissie, 77
MARLBOROUGH - Domine “Diane” M. Caissie 77 of Marlborough passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.
In addition to her husband, Raymond Caissie, she is survived by her 3 sons: Roger Caissie and his wife Cheryl of Marlborough, MA, Daniel Caissie and his longtime companion Megan Lincoln of Connecticut and James Caissie and his wife Melissa of Hudson, MA. She is also survived by five grandchildren; Daniel Jr., Bodie, Shelby,
Ryder and Lily who she loved with all her heart. She loved spending time with all of them and attending any event that her grandchildren had to celebrate with them. Domine is survived by four siblings: Rosa Bartlett, Elva Doiron, Rosimond Caissie and Rheal Caissie all of Canada as well as many nieces and nephews. She was the youngest of 10 brothers and sisters. She was predeceased by five sisters, Jeannine Wright, Aline Caissie, Virginia Gallant, Georgina Losier and Rita Bambrick.
The Short & Rowe Funeral Home of Marlborough assisted with arrangements.
Pamela A. Mozdiez, 78
SOUTHBOROUGH - Pamela A. (Denehy) Mozdiez, 78, of Southborough, died Thursday, August 29, 2024, at Care Dimensions in Lincoln, MA, surrounded by her family.
Pam was the daughter of the late James and Josephine (Sambuchi) Denehy and the wife of Thomas Mozdiez, who were married for 53 years.
Along with her husband Tom, Pam is survived by her daughters, Kristen Gillis and her husband Brian of Hopkinton and Jennifer Gillis and her husband Kevin of Southborough, her brother, James Denehy of Hyannis and her grandchildren, Ella and Jameson Gillis.
The Morris-Johnston Funeral Home of Southborough assisted with arrangements.
Mary M. Fraser, 93
MARLBOROUGH - Mary Madeline (Madge) Fraser, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 29th, 2024, at the age of 93. Mary resided in Marlborough and was previously a long-time resident of Southborough.
Mary came into the world on August 8th, 1931, in the charming village of Bodelwyddan, Wales, born to Ernest and Mary Jones. She found her true love in Charles, and they spent over
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70 remarkable years together, married for nearly 68 years until his peaceful passing in June.
Mary’s memory is carried on by her devoted family, which includes her son Garth and his wife, Rhonda, as well as Paris and his partner, Kathleen Webber, and Mary’s beloved daughter Natalie. Her grandchildren, Paris, Olivia, Gavin, and Hunter were a source of pride and joy. In addition, Mary leaves behind her cherished great-grandchildren, Morgan and Wiley. She will also be remembered fondly by close family friends, Frank Lupafya, and his wife, Tendai.
The Morris-Johnston Funeral Home of Southborough assisted with arrangements.
Mario P. Puzo Jr., 61
MILLBURY/GRAFTON - Mario P. Puzo, Jr., 61, passed away unexpectedly at home August 31, 2024. Mario was born in Worcester, MA, son of the late Anne Marie (Guyette) and Mario Puzo, Sr.
He leaves his wife of 11 years Jennifer (Germain) Puzo, his children Angela Puzo, Kirsten Puzo and Colby Vento, his sister Gina Rondeau and her husband Willy, 5 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild, his stepfather Bob Kuczka, stepbrother Robert Kuczka, stepsister Laurie Kuczka, and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and a nephew.
Roney Funeral Home of North Grafton assisted with arrangements.
Edward M. Foss, 86
SHREWSBURY - Edward M. Foss, 86, of Shrewsbury, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 28, 2024 in the comfort of his home, with his family by his side.
He leaves his beloved wife of 62 years, Joan M. (Pecevich) Foss; his devoted children, Jane Novelle and her husband Wayne, of Shrewsbury, Gregory Foss, of Shrewsbury, and Cynthia Foss, of Worcester; his cherished grandchildren, Nikolas Ellis, Eliena Ellis, and Edward Foss; and two nieces.
Edward was predeceased by his siblings, Margaret Coyle and William Foss.
The Britton-Shrewsbury Funeral Home is honored to be assisting with arrangements.
Robert H. Markert, 90
WESTBOROUGH - Robert Markert, age 90, of Westborough, MA, passed away on August 24 after a long battle with cancer. Robert “Bob” was born in November of 1933 in Rockville, CT.
Robert is survived by his wife of 65 years, his children and his five grandchildren.
The Pickering & Son Westborough Funeral Home assisted with arrangements.
Raymond T. Minnucci, 91
SOUTHBOROUGH - Raymond Minnucci, a longtime resident of Southborough, passed away peacefully at his home on September 1st, 2024, at the age of 91, surrounded by his loving wife, Betty (Merloni), and family. Born on December 3rd, 1932, in Fayville, he was the son of Ignazio and Antonetta (Giove) Minnucci.
Raymond was one of 10 children and is predeceased by his older brother Celio of Fayville; Thomas and his wife, Barbara; Ernest and his wife, Deloris; Mary Moore and her husband, Carl; William and his wife, Ruth, all of Marlborough; brother-in-law John Putnam of Grafton; and sister-in-law, Nancy Minnucci, wife of C. John Minnucci of Upton. He is also predeceased by his nephew, John Minnucci of Framingham. Raymond leaves behind his devoted wife of 60 years, Elizabeth (Betty) Minnucci, his children, James and his wife Elizabeth, and Elizabeth (Beth) and her wife Laura, as well as his three cherished grandchildren, Caroline, Marybeth, and Emma Minnucci. He is also survived by his siblings: C. John of Westboro; Rudolph and his wife, Moira, of Shrewsbury; Esther Putnam of Grafton; and Olivio and his wife, Virginia, of Framingham as well as many beloved nieces and nephews. The Morris-Johnston Funeral Home of Southborough assisted with arrangements.
Attaway scores 100th career touchdown as Hudson beats Shrewsbury COMMUNITY SPORTS
By Evan Walsh Reporter
HUDSON – Faced with a fourth-and-9 play on the first drive of the game, Hudson senior quarterback Jake Attaway rolled right, looking to fire the ball to one of two receivers sprinting in his direction. But, with the play well-covered, Attaway did what he does best — improvise.
Changing direction, Attaway moved to his left and ran around a defender before finding senior wideout Savion Newton-Clark by the pylon for a 10-yard touchdown strike to put his team ahead.
But the pass to NewtonClark meant more to Attaway than just the six points — it marked his 100th career touchdown.
Attaway started at quarterback for the Hawks as a freshman — the first to do so in more than 25 years, according
to the Metrowest Daily News. Now, as a senior captain, he’s led his Division 6 school past Division 1 opponents like the Shrewsbury Colonials, who the Hawks defeated 41-14 at
Bowl to open the 2024 season strong on Sept. 6.
“Starting this year, [the milestone] wasn’t on my radar. Honestly, I didn’t even know about it until someone came
up to me about it. To get that 100th, it’s special. And to do it with my teammates — who I’ve been with all my career — it’s special. Now I’ll just strive for more, and we’ll keep it going,” Attaway told the Community Advocate.
“That was a big milestone for him, but he’s very humble about stuff like that,” said Attaway’s father and secondyear Hudson Head Coach Zac Attaway. “Honestly, [the milestone] was the last thing on his mind. He was more concerned about getting this first win and starting 1-0. It’s good to have a dual-threat quarterback like Jake. It just keeps our offense a little more dynamic.”
Hudson entered the game expecting to win, despite playing against a school in a higher district. After the Hawks’ first drive culminated in Attaway’s milestone pass, Hudson’s defense forced a fumble on Shrewsbury’s first passing
play. The offense drove down the field once more, and Treson Meuse’s rushing touchdown made the game 14-0.
“We gameplanned all week, just talking about how we needed to get off to a good start. That worked out for us. Right out of the gate, the offense was firing. The O-line looked good, our receivers were catching passes, our running backs were hitting holes. Overall, it was a great first drive. We got that big first turnover, and punched it in again. That puts a lot of pressure on them,” said Zac Attaway.
Shrewsbury had few answers for elusive Jake Attaway and his cadre of skill-position players. Newton-Clark, Meuse and Garrett Giorgio each scored two touchdowns. Newton-Clark’s second touchdown catch — a leaping grab near the pylon in which he was walloped by two hard-
Hudson quarterback Jake Attaway scampers through the Shrewsbury defense. (Photo/Evan Walsh)
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Algonquin football christens new athletic complex with win
By Dakota Antelman Contributing Writer
NORTHBOROUGH – From a ribbon cutting, to a buzzerbeating touchdown and a robot launching T-shirts into brand new bleachers, football fans had plenty to cheer about Friday night at Algonquin Regional High School.
The school community gathered to celebrate the grand opening of Algonquin’s new athletic complex. The Titans varsity football team met the moment and secured a 19-7 win against Nashoba in their first game of the season.
“It feels like home,” said Algonquin wide receiver Jordan Lopez moments after the final whistle. “We’re finally home and we get to get a few wins. It feels great.”
Northborough and Southborough residents greenlit building the new athletic complex with town meeting votes last spring. Crews broke ground in the summer of 2023. Work then continued
through the fall and winter and wrapped up earlier this year. Algonquin student athletes played their first games at the complex in the spring. In June,
Algonquin held graduation within the complex. Earlier this month, the Northborough Community Affairs Committee hosted its inaugural concert at
team effort and it would not have been possible without the unwavering commitment of many,” said Principal Sean Bevan during pregame remarks.
Bevan voiced gratitude for project leaders and supporters. Among supporters, he thanked the citizens of Northborough and Southborough.
“Your support and patience through this process has been extraordinary,” Bevan said. “You believed in this vision and trusted us to make it a reality.”
Greeted by a thunderous crowd at Algonquin’s first football home game since Thanksgiving Day in 2022, the Titans jumped out to an 8-0 lead on a rushing touchdown by Owen Ellsworth and a successful two-point conversion.
Nashoba answered with a touchdown and an extra point, narrowing Algonquin’s lead to 8-7.
the complex’s new pavilion.
Still, Friday’s game marked a milestone as Algonquin held the facility’s ribbon cutting.
“This project was truly a
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The Algonquin varsity football team hosted Nashoba Regional High School Friday in their first home game since crews completed work on Algonquin’s new athletic complex. (Photo/Dakota Antelman)
with Lopez on a touchdown pass just three seconds before halftime. Algonquin tacked on another two-point conversion and entered halftime with a nine-point lead.
While Algonquin and Nashoba players huddled, Algonquin’s robotics team engaged the crowd with a T-shirt throwing robot that hurled shirts into the student section.
Students also unveiled a banner proclaiming “We are all Titans.”
For robotics team member Oliver Gaskamp, the evening was an opportunity to showcase the robotics program and enjoy Algonquin’s newest amenities.
“It’s really cool to see the new field being put to use after a couple years of it just being empty,” Gaskamp told the Community Advocate.
The Titans soon retook the field for the second half.
Though the offense did not find the endzone, it tacked on a field goal to pad Algonquin’s advantage. The defense also
stood tall and helped secure the win.
While fans filed away from Richard Walsh Field, football head coach Mark Allen said his team had work to do.
“It was kind of an ugly win,” he said. “But a win is a win and we will take it Week One.”
Lopez said the win “feels great.”
Neither he nor his coach, though, were lingering on Friday’s result. Both looked
ahead to Algonquin’s Week Two matchup with Doherty Memorial High School on Sept. 13, where the Titans will aim to notch their second win under the new athletic complex lights.
“I’m proud of these guys, proud of our coaches, they played well,” Allen said. “We just got to clean some stuff up.”
“It’s great momentum for next week,” Lopez said. “I hope we can stack another win and take it week-by-week.”
Attaway scores 100th career touchdown as Hudson beats Shrewsbury
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charging Shrewsbury defenders — was made two seconds before halftime and put the Hawks ahead 28-7.
After last year’s close loss in the Division 6 semifinals, Hudson got right to work preparing for this season.
The Hawks have 20 seniors on this year’s squad, and, according to post-game interviews from players, the team is as close as family. That almostfamilial connection and hunger for victory has allowed the group to thrive, players said.
“We put work in all offseason. We didn’t stop. We never stopped. We knew coming into this game that they thought it would be a cakewalk – it wasn’t. We knew it wasn’t going to be that. We knew it was going to be in our favor the whole game, and we played like that the whole game. We played as a family the whole time, we rode with each other,” said Giorgio.
“Obviously, coming into the game, we’re thinking we’re going to win. The energy was high for the game, everybody was up,” said Jake Attaway. “This team’s a family. We’ve
that everyone brings is very different from any other team we’ll play.”
Shrewsbury celebrates prior to the start of the game. (Photos/ Evan Walsh)
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Hudson takes the field prior to opening the season against Shrewsbury.
Fans in the Algonquin student section cheer after throwing baby powder into the air during pregame celebrations on Friday. (Photo/Dakota Antelman)
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