WESTBOROUGH – Voters at Town Meeting on Monday, Oct. 21, decided to sideline the Westborough Golf Club building project, and proceed with plans for the Community Center.
Article 10, which would have provided $200,000 for schematic designs, and to obtain a restaurant consultant and owners project manager (OPM) for the Golf Club, was defeated, 122228. A request to reduce the request to $50,000 was also defeated.
Some residents said they did not want a restaurant at the golf club.
“I don’t think we need to be in the restaurant business,” said Steve ButtiglTown Meeting | 10
Following odor complaints, AG sues Feedback Earth
By Laura Hayes Managing Editor
GRAFTON – The attorney general’s office has filed a lawsuit against Feedback Earth, which processes unwanted food into ingredients for animal feed.
“These fetid odors have woken neighbors from their sleep, forced them to close windows at their homes, caused businesses to send employees home, kept children from their backyards, and caused nausea, headaches, and difficulty breathing,” Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell wrote in the complaint.
Her office announced that the lawsuit was filed in Suffolk Superior Court on Oct. 17.
DeManche reflects on four decades at Senior Center
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By Maureen Sullivan Assistant Editor
WESTBOROUGH – After four decades at the helm of the Westborough Senior Center, Alma DeManche has seen many chapters open and close – hundreds of programs, the big move to their home on Rogers Road, her son growing up around the center and plans for the center to move into the new Community Center.
Now, DeManche’s own chapter at the Senior Center is coming to a close as she is retiring.
Her last “official” day will be Dec. 31, but her final day in the building will be Nov. 8.
“I have had so much support over the years from some amazing people,” said DeManche. “The COA Board is a real
working board and they got things done. I have fond memories of so many who helped and encouraged me and that goes for my own family as well.”
A time for reflection
When looking back on her career path, DeManche says she ended up in senior services almost by chance. In college, she originally wanted to work in early childhood education but due to availability she ended up teaching an art class to seniors - turns out she loved it.
On a recent October morning, DeManche sat in her office, four decades’ worth of memories adorning the walls and shelves around her.
“I’m trying to divest my stuff,” she said. She said the hardest items to pack will
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will be retiring after 41 years as director of the Westborough Senior Center.
Shrewsbury pantry feeds Central Mass. pets in need
By Evan Walsh Reporter
SHREWSBURY – Andrea Castinetti was collecting for Shrewsbury’s Community Fridge when she read a message on Facebook from an in-need person who explained that they weren’t able to afford food for their pet.
Between her myriad volunteer efforts and her Shrewsbury-based business, Castinetti Realty Group, she was already quite involved in the community. However, she couldn’t hear about this hardship without acting.
People who are struggling shouldn’t have to decide between providing for their family or their pet, Castinetti reasoned, and so after some coordinating, the Central Mass. Pet Pantry was created.
“I hadn’t even thought of the fact that if you can’t afford to put food on the table for your
children, your pets are going to come last. One day, I decided we needed to start a version of the Community Refrigerator, but this time for pets,” she told the Community Advocate.
The pantry, which opened in
July, is located at 745 Main St. in Shrewsbury and has Castinetti’s dogs — Tucker and Brody — as its mascots. The pantry is open to the public on Sundays and Mondays from 10 to 11 a.m., with additional hours on Mon-
“ If you can’t afford to put food on the table for your children, your pets are going to come last.
Andrea Castinetti
day from 4 to 5 p.m; it contains pet food, supplies, toys, and more. Originally a small shed, the pantry has expanded considerably since it first opened.
“Honestly, it far exceeded my expectations. Look at the cost of pet food, and since COVID, everybody has pets. We’re making sure we’re able to provide crates and supplies. We also benefit shelters and rescues. Basically, anyone that’s in need around Central Mass.,” said Castinetti.
Castinetti said the pantry couldn’t remain open with -
out the support of volunteers and the community; generous residents and local businesses keep supplies stocked, while small businesses have become “pantry sponsor of the month.” In the couple months it’s been open, the pantry has helped thousands of pets and their owners.
“I love everything about it. Just to see the look of relief on people’s faces when they can come and be able to feed their dogs and cats. The people that volunteer for every shift — they’re excited to be a part of it. It’s exciting to help people that truly need it,” Castinetti added.
The Central Mass. Pet Pantry accepts donations and volunteers. Join the pantry’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/ groups/1622963085182980/?_ rdr for more information, or contact Castinetti directly at (508) 277-0063.
The Central Mass. Pet Pantry is located at 745 Main Street in Shrewsbury.
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
It’s time Northborough! Anyone remember what was going on in 1975? Here are a few hints. The Viet Nam war ended. 8 track tapes were cool Wheel Of Fortune debuted
A stamp was $.10, and gas was $.53 gal
Bill Gates and Paul Allen formed Microsoft
Jaws premiered
Gerald Ford visited China Busy times in 1975, and here in Northborough it was no different. We built a fire station. It was a very nice fire station at the time. Designed to house eight vehicles and provide space for two folks to answer the phone and maintain the equipment. The department was 100% volunteer at the time, so there was no need for quarters to house the crew. EMS was handled by a separate entity in 1975.
a large part of the department as well.
While the current station once met our requirements, that time has long since passed. The current building not only does not come close to meeting space requirements, it is also detrimental to the health and safety of our firefighters. There is no space for decontamination when returning from a call. Firefighters sleep in the same area as turnout gear and equipment that contains known carcinogens. Recent studies have shown firefighters have a 14% greater risk of dying from cancer due to these contaminates. The roof leaks and the sewers back up on a regular basis into the building.
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50 years later like everything else, a lot has changed. Instead of 8 vehicles we now require space for 18. No longer just a call department, we now need sleeping space for 7 firefighters (along with gender specific facilities). EMS is now
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Please consider supporting Question 6 on Tuesday, November 6th.
Respectfully, Jeff Amberson Northborough
To the Editor:
Ballot Questions 1 and 2 are really designed to bring accountability to our State Legislature and our public school system standards.
The State Legislature is supposed to use tax revenue in a judicious manner. Not allowing the State Auditor to audit them and self auditing leads to it being ranked as one of the least effective Legislatures in our Country. Talk about transparency; there is none! It exempts itself from public records laws.
A YES vote on Question 1 would call for the State Auditor’s audit and make them accountable to the citizens of our State for the decisions they make.
Massachusetts must have some way of accessing the knowledge that its public school students acquire over the years. We must make sure that our educational system is working to prepare students to reach their full potential. If MCAS testing is eliminated, there won’t be any set standard to make sure that students were learning the necessary skills that will help them achieve in life. Keeping it will also point out any deficiencies that need to be worked on because of the “woke” ideology being taught in schools.
A NO vote on Question 2 would keep the MCAS and other testing assessments.
Carole A. David Northborough
The Marlborough St. Vincent de Paul Societies (Immaculate Conception and St. Matthias) would like to thank everyone for their support of the 2024 Friends of the Poor Walk. The Friends of the Poor Walk raised over $20,000 to support those in need in Marlborough with food, rent, utilities and other essential needs.
We would like to thank all of our business sponsors. Our Rent Level Sponsors were Avidia Bank, CMS Inc., Community of the Sisters of St. Anne, Corbaci Law, Feet to Wheels, MacDonald Hotel, Mirick O’Connell Law, Murphy Insurance (in honor of Tuck Walsh), Short & Rowe Funeral Home, St. Mary’s Credit Union, and Sudbury Cedar Fence Co.
Our Grocery Level Spon -
sors were Bouvier Pharmacy, Drumais Hair Salon, Durand & Anastas Environmental Strategies, Fay Law Offices, Marlboro Nissan, Shine Salon, Slattery Funeral Home, The Buffet Way, Ultra Shine Collision, Welly’s Restaurant, and WiserLass Studio.
Our Utility Level Sponsors were Arrow Fence, Edinboro Flower Shop, Hunt’s Mobil, Kraft Tire & Auto, and Lost Shoe Brewing & Roasting. Without the support of our community we would not be able to help our Friends. Thank YOU!
Peter Militello
Friends of the Poor Walk Coordinator
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Dear Northborough Resident
I am writing this letter to urge you to vote YES on question 6. The question to fund a new fire Station. Our current station is 50 years old and was never built to house the firefighters who now work 24 hour shifts, At the time it was built there were only two full time firemen, the rest of the department was call. The town also never thought or planned for a day when there would be female firefighters that would need
facilities. The town was also limited in the apparatus that would need to be housed. Today we have equipment that cannot be housed in the station, The equipment has become larger needing more storage space. These are all driving issues but the most pressing issue to me is the health risks we are subjecting our firefighters to. We now know how many carcinogens a firefighter is exposed to and the need to have a specified area to leave their gear to be dropped in and cleaned so that the toxins are not brought into administrative areas or housing area of the station. How can we justify saying we support our personnel and then say it’s too much money. Isn’t the life of 28 permanent firefighters that will be working in this station and the auxiliary people who work there worth building an adequate facility to function and house the staff as safely as possible. A firefighter is 14% more likely to get cancer than normal and 8% as likely to die from that cancer. Is it not our moral responsibility to provide them with an adequate station to minimize these risks as well as we can?
I urge you once again to vote YES on Question 6, the facts speak soundly. View the web-
site (www.NB-firestation.org) for more information.
Thank you Dawn Rand Northborough
To the Editor, As a former member of the Hudson School Committee, I am very aware of the value of the MCAS.
MCAS, as a graduation requirement, has been an integral part of the education reform movement that began when the legislation was signed into law in 1993, you would think that the teacher’s union (and by “union” I am talking about the Massachusetts Teacher’s Union which will be sponsoring this article} would have some compelling reason why they oppose MCAS? They don’t. The teacher’s union argument is “trust them.” This is all about power, the teacher’s union is saying they need to cancel the MCAS as a graduation requirement. Nothing could be farther from the truth! For all the talk about scrapping MCAS as it is a tool of Capitalism there is much to question here. The teacher union’s argument that there is something onerous about the testing of 10th graders to see if they have mastered Math, Sci-
ence and English Language Arts.
The MCAS test is supported by the Governor, the House Speaker, and the Senate President.
96% of high school seniors pass the MCAS. Of the 4% that don’t three quarters of these students don’t even pass their school district’s graduation requirements , that means that they wouldn’t be able to graduate anyways. The teacher’s union would scrap MCAS nevertheless! If Question 2 passes there would be no uniform system to verify a High School graduate, A high school diploma in one district would mean something entirely different in another district. Before MCAS numerous students were graduating without the skills to compete in today’s workforce, MCAS ended that by a statewide mandate to ensure that schools were teaching the skills needed to succeed.
Without MCAS there will be no way to ensure that the graduation requirements for a high school diploma will mean the same in Arlington as it does in Adams. I urge all registered voters to VOTE NO on Question 2. Keep the MCAS as a graduation requirement.
Thank You, Duane Searles, Hudson
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DeManche reflects on four decades as Senior Center director
DeManche | from page 1 1, 1989.
be the photos on her walls. Many of these photos feature her son, Jack.
“I can remember when Jack was born, I took him to the annual Senior’s Holiday Party at the VFW,” she recalled. “One of the guests took him from my hands when I walked through the door, and I didn’t get him back until I left, they loved meeting him and taking turns holding him.”
DeManche will also have a hard time packing away four decades’ worth of memories — the parties, the summer programs, the annual clambake in Maine. She recalled the “big move” to the newly constructed Senior Center at 4 Rogers Road. Just outside the main entrance of the Senior Center, there’s a magnolia tree planted in 1989 in honor of her father.
For five years, she ran the Senior Center out of the Forbes Community House, and there was much anticipation when the move to their current home at 4 Rogers Road came on Nov.
“It was a wonderful time… there was so much participation from the seniors…they made donations and helped out greatly because it was a place of their very own,” said DeManche.
Unfortunately, move-in day coincided with a huge rainstorm, and it didn’t take long to realize that the block walls were left unsealed during construction and the water just poured in. But, as always, she figured it out and moved on.
Move to Union Street
One project that has engulfed her time over the last several months is the plan to relocate the Senior Center to the new Community Center building in Baystate Commons.
“It’s a mixed bag … it’s comfortable [the current center], but we need more space. We have outgrown this place and sometimes it’s a struggle figuring out how we can accommodate certain activities,” she said.
When she started in 1983, there were just over 1,900 seniors in town. Today, there are about 5,000.
DeManche said it’s been a challenge to maintain a balance between those who are very active, and those who prefer less strenuous activities.
Beyond the fitness activities, she counted off the vast selection of programs offered at the Senior Center including fuel assistance, yoga, cribbage,
LEASING
Alma DeManche, top, discusses what could go into the senior center once it moves to the community center on Union Street during a charrette in September.
(Photo/Maureen Sullivan)
bridge, pool, transportation, housing assistance, shredding day, weekly lunches, movies, trips and more.
Over the years, DeManche has built a deep appreciation for those who have made the center part of their lives.
She recalled some of those people — Bob Daniel (“He’s one of the awesome people who served on the [COA] board.”); Charlie Fay (“He would say ‘I hired that girl’.”); Ann Johnson (“She’d come in dressed to the nines.”); Doris Mead (“Top shelf of volunteers” for whom the “Volunteer of the Year” award is named).
DeManche’s message to seniors, whether they come to the center or not — “The Senior Center is always here to help them.”
However, that commitment was put to the test during the Covid-19 pandemic. For nearly two years, the Senior Center dealt with closures and restrictions, with the rules often changing.
“During Covid, that was tough,” said DeManche. “Things changed all the time.
We did our best to continue reaching out to people.”
She helped set up immunization clinics, and there someone was in the office every day to field phone calls, volunteers to pick up groceries for those unable to leave home and a bus on the road daily.
It took a while for the Senior Center to re-open, but once it did, “the people came back,” she said.
DeManche said “we lost a few people” to the pandemic — “I wrote a lot of cards.”
What’s next
Not coincidentally, her final day coincides annual Veterans’ Luncheon, one of her most beloved events.
“I love the Veteran’s Luncheon, my dad was a Veteran and this is a very special event to me,” she said. “We have such a great time honoring those wo served and also remembering those who are longer with us”.
Although knee replacement surgery is coming soon, DeManche says she has no immediate plans for her retirement, aside from “not having to wake up at 6 a.m.”
The Uxbridge resident may volunteer, she may take a yoga class or two, or she might just go to the beach on a Tuesday. With winter approaching she jokes that she will not miss the commute.
“I may look out the window on a snowy day, a warm cup in hand, and smile because I don’t have to shovel out the driveway to head to work,” she said.
There will be a reception to celebrate DeManche’s retirement on Wednesday, Nov. 6, at 1 p.m. at the Senior Center.
Spotted lanternfly infestation confirmed in Northborough
NORTHBOROUGH – An infestation of spotted lanternfly has been confirmed in Northborough.
Spotted lanternfly is an invasive insect that attacks tree-of-heaven, grapevines, maple trees, hop vines and other plants, impacting grape/ wine producers and other agricultural commodities.
According to a press release from the town, the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources did not provide specific locations
of the infestations, but they were found off Church Street and Southwest Cutoff. The confirmation came after a team surveying trees for Asian longhorned beetle reported the lanternfly.
According to the town, residents may see surveyors in the coming weeks and through the fall and winter checking trees. If you spot any spotted lanternflys, report it at https://massnrc.org/pests/ pestFAQsheets/spottedlanternfly.html
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Following odor complaints, attorney general sues Feedback Earth
“Diverting food waste from disposal and repurposing it for animal feed and other uses is important for both our solid waste and climate goals,” said Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Commissioner Bonnie Heiple. “Ensuring that companies operate in ways that protect the health of their neighbors and the environment is of the utmost importance, and the state looks forward to putting an end to the conditions causing these odor issues.”
The allegations in the complaint revolve around the “noxious” odors being generated from Feedback and spreading up to at least 4.6 miles away.
Feedback Earth operates a facility at 109 Creeper Hill Road, which it purchased in 2021. According to the complaint, the site abuts industrial properties and has several neighborhoods located within a mile away.
According to the complaint, Feedback Earth entered into an administrative consent order with penalty with the DEP in 2022 to address violations from 2021 to 2022. Among the provisions in the order, there were prohibitions on the outdoor storage or handling of food materials; nuisance odors being emitted; and a requirement to notify DEP before it accepted materials that could
“These fetid odors have woken neighbors from their sleep, forced them to close windows at their homes, caused businesses to send employees home, kept children from their backyards, and caused nausea, headaches, and difficulty breathing.
Andrea Campbell, Attorney General
generate odors, establish a hotline to report odors and follow an odor response plan.
The attorney general said that DEP issued four stipulated penalty demands for violations of the order from between December 2022 to March 2024.
According to the complaint, since the last demand — which took place on March 6 — and through late June, “Feedback Earth continued to cause odors around the facility that resulted in eighteen more odor complaints from residents.”
“The complainants reported that, as a result of these disgusting odors, they were unable to enjoy outdoor activities, including gardening, yard work, walking and sitting outside,” the complaint read. “Other complainants reported nausea and migraines, and that they were forced to keep windows closed.”
Around June 26, people began reporting a “significant change in Feedback Earth’s odors, including an increase in the frequency and severity of
Scholarship Committee to hold sneaker drive
NORTHBOROUGH – The Scholarship Committee will be holding a sneaker drive through Nov. 1.
As part of the fundraiser, community members are encouraged to donate their running, basketball, gym and training, rubber cleats, hiking and casual sneakers. There will be collection bins at PR Running, 18 Lyman St.; HOTWORX, 318 Main St.; 147 Davis St.; 118 Washburn St.; and 43 Ridge Road.
GotSneakers will issue funds based on the quality of the gently worn, used and new sneakers that are collected.
Last year’s sneaker drive resulted in 33 bags of sneakers, which raised $350. It also had
an impact on the environment as 455 pairs of shoes were kept out of landfills, 13,650 pounds of carbon dioxide emissions were prevented and 1,026,935 gallons of water were saved.
The Scholarship Committee is a town committee that provides Northborough high school seniors with the opportunity to receive financial assistance for their post-secondary education. In May, a total of $5,000 was awarded to six seniors. Fundraisers like the sneaker drive help make the scholarship awards possible.
Learn how to make a donation online or by mail at https:// linktr.ee/northboroughscholarships.
seafood inside and outside, and the source of it included tons spoiled or decaying food waste that was delivered, significant quantities of lobster shells, over 200 pallets that were soaked in “lobster juice” and about 100 cubic yards of ground up lobster shells on the floor of the facility, according to the complaint.
the impacts and a shift in the character of the odor toward seafood-related odors.”
According to the complaint, Feedback Earth had begun to accept and process discarded lobster shells, failing to report it in advance to DEP. There were reportedly 274 complaints to the hotline between June 26 to Sept. 14 in addition to direct complaints about the company.
DEP staff inspected the facility multiple times since late June and detected “intense, revolting odors,” according to the complaint.
There was the odor of moldy bread and spoiled
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The attorney general charged that Feedback Earth violated the Massachusetts Clean Air Act and Massachusetts Solid Waste Management Act and created a public nuisance, including by creating a condition of air pollution, failing to comply with plan approval, storing and handling food materials outdoors, failing to notify DEP, and the illegal acceptance and storage of solid waste.
The attorney general is seeking a preliminary injunction for Feedback Earth to immediately stop bringing any solid waste and other unauthorized material into the facility; take DEPdirected action to abate such a nuisance; stop creating a public nuisance through the odor emissions; and comply with its plan approval, recycling, composting or conversion permit, the administrative consent order and IOMP.
The attorney general is asking the court to have Feedback permanently comply with these terms and enter a judgment for civil penalties under the Clean Air Act for up to $25,000 a day per violation and civil penalties for violation of the Solid Waste Act for up to $25,000 a day per violation. Feedback Earth did not immediately respond to comments.
The attorneys further allege Feedback Earth has stored food material outside of its facility and that since about November 2021, the company has accepted “spoiled and unauthorized food waste” and failed to manage the material it processes, leading to unsanitary conditions, offsite odors and the creation of human health risks.
NORTHBOROUGH – The Planning Board approved SaintGobain Research North America’s plans to build a spray lab and demonstration pad during its Oct. 15 meeting.
The company first went before the Planning Board on
Oct. 1. Saint-Gobain Research North America is located at 9 Goddard Road, and about 12 acres of the property sits in Northborough and 10 acres in Marlborough. Its website describes the campus as a “multidisciplinary research site.”
According to the project narrative filed with the town,
the campus has been master-planned for up to 379,400 square feet of development, with construction taking place in multiple phases over 15 years following the initial approval in 2007. The current site includes 205,250 square feet of development with 496 parking spaces.
tions, and the construction of the demonstration pad and canopy. The pad will be open on the sides.
Skulte said the project will not result in a change in the number of employees or operations at Saint-Gobain.
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According to Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc., Principal Karlis Skulte, the first phase in 2007 involved the construction of parking, a building along the Marlborough border and two smaller buildings located near an original structure prior to the master plan. In 2008, they constructed additional parking and stormwater detention facilities. Around 2010, another building was completed along with the visitor and guest parking areas. Marlborough has approved a fire lab building.
This project called for the construction of a spray lab facility and a demonstration pad. Part of the work includes repurposing existing space on the campus for about 2,500 square feet of interior renova-
According to Mody Said, who is with the engineering company AtkinsRealis, the pad will be used to show clients products, “but there is no intention to store them outside.” All the chemicals will be stored in the hazardous storage room inside the lab. Saint-Gobain’s Facilities Engineering Manager Jon Hambrecht added that products will not be sprayed on the outside pad; the only spraying will take place inside the laboratory in a spray booth.
“The only thing we’re doing outside is all hand-applied stuff,” said Hambrecht. “So it’s basically peel and stick, waterproofing materials. The other stuff that’s liquid is essentially cans of paint, and they’ll apply it to a mock-up wall or roof that they’re going to build inside the lab with the dust collection system.”
According to Hambrecht, that mockup will be brought outside where staff will show contractors how to apply it. He said the material is in a liquid form, but it dries quickly into a solid.
Said explained if there is a spill, it would be “100% contained within the pad.” The plans call for trench drains to surround the pad on all sides, and the pad would be sloped toward the middle where there will be another trench drain.
Saint-Gobain asked to waive the stormwater operation and maintenance plan for this particular segment of the campus.
According to Skulte, as the development at the campus has occurred, operations and maintenance plans have been developed with a “piecemeal” approach. He said they would work with Saint-Gobain to identify all of the stormwater facilities on the property and consolidate the plans into one and report back to the town as the work is completed.
By Maureen Sullivan Assistant Editor
WESTBOROUGH – On Tuesday, Oct. 1, the Select Board approved the following appointments: Council on Aging (one vacancy) – Mirtha Leslie Sustainable Westborough (one vacancy) –Donna Pernace
Youth Commission (two vacancies) – Richard Catrambone and ShaQuan Read
Veterans Advisory Board (four vacancies) –Sean Brosnihan, John Gallinagh, Michael Van Nest
Cultural Council (nine vacancies) – Holly Kenney
Vacancies still exist on the following boards and committees:
Active Transportation and Safety Committee (one vacancy)
Central Massachusetts Regional Planning Commission (one vacancy)
Community Preservation Committee (one vacancy)
Conservation Commission (one vacancy)
Constable (one vacancy)
Cultural Council (seven vacancies)
Disability Commission (two vacancies)
Diversity and Inclusion Commission (two vacancies)
Economic Development Committee (two vacancies)
Historical Commission (one vacancy)
Local Emergency Planning Committee (five vacancies)
Open Space Preservation Committee (two vacancies)
Sandra Pond Wardens (three vacancies)
Transfer Station Wardens (five vacancies) Veterans’ Advisory Board (one vacancy)
Walkup Robinson Trust Fund Committee (four vacancies)
Westborough Spirit Committee (four vacancies)
Interested residents may find more information at https://www.westboroughma.gov/1127/ Board-and-Committee-Vacancies
Help assemble emergency kits
SHREWSBURY – Volunteers are needed to help assemble emergency kits.
Thanks to $4,000 from the Massachusetts Council on Aging, the Shrewsbury Council on Aging will create 400 kits for seniors 60 years of age and older.
The kits will be assembled on Friday, Oct. 25, from 8 to 11:30 a.m., and Monday, Oct. 28, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the senior center
To sign up, call the senior center at 508841-8640.
American Legion post to become future home of Recreation Department
By Evan Walsh Reporter
SHREWSBURY – The Shrewsbury Recreation Department will soon permanently move from Town Hall to the American Legion post located at the corner of Main Street and School Street near Dean Park. The move will include sig-
nificant renovations to the building and enhance recreation programming, town leaders say.
The building — home to Ray Stone Post 238 and Victor R. Quaranta Post 397 — was built in the early 1900s as a schoolhouse before becoming a meeting-place for veterans in the wake of World War I.
Though Boy Scouts and veterans still use the site, the building has been underutilized for decades. The building’s bar hasn’t been open for about 50 years.
“It’s been kind of an underutilized building for many years. The Boy Scouts use it, and the veterans use it and have small meetings there, but
it’s certainly nothing like it was 40 or 50 years ago. It’s certainly underutilized,” Assistant Town Manager Keith Baldinger told the Community Advocate. Visitors say the building looks deceptively small from the outside. Plans call for renovations to the interior of the 2,000-square-foot building. An entryway and lobby area
will be constructed, as well as an area for the Recreation Department to meet face-to-face with the public. There will be office space for Recreation Department personnel, a kitchenette for events and special gatherings, and the “great room,” which is the largest space in the area, will be used
Town Meeting votes down borrowing for Golf Club
ieri. “Make it a nice clubhouse instead.”
Peter Dunbeck was also against the restaurant, and wondered whether the project could be postponed for a year or two, given the other projects — such as the library repair project and the Community Center — coming online.
Members of the Advisory Finance Committee meet with DPW Director Chris Payant before the Special Fall Town Meeting on Monday, Oct. 21, at Westborough High School. (Photo/ Maureen Sullivan)
Town Manager Kristi Williams said the next steps would have to be discussed with the Select Board and Municipal Building Committee.
Article 9, a request for about $1.3 million to fund design development, public engagement, a detailed cost estimate and create bid documents for the Community Center, was
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narrowly approved, 189-184.
The project will focus mainly on the first floor to help create a Senior Center, offices, a kitchen and conference areas. Much of this floor, along with much of the second floor, will be left for future phases.
Joe Considine criticized the town for not doing due diligence, and Dom Capriotti said the town was “conned” into buying a “dilapidated dump.”
Select Board member Shelby Marshall said that had the article not been approved, the second floor would still be used by the Recreation Department, but the first floor would have remained unused.
Firefighters contract approved
All other articles were approved by Town Meeting, including amendments to change the town’s zoning bylaws for inclusionary zoning and a Highway Business District. The Highway Business District will allow additional flexibility for development in the Highway Business District in exchange for providing public benefit amenities and/or a sustainable design, while maintaining an appropriate mix and scale of development.
After working for more than a year without a contract, the local firefighters union officially has a new collective bargaining agreement.
Town Meeting approved more than $337,000 in financial obligations for the new contract, which was recently reached between the International Association of Firefighters Local 3070 and the town.
The new contract goes from July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2026.
Under the agreement, the firefighters will receive a costof-living increase of 2% in 2024; 2% in 2025, and 2.5% in 2026.
EMT stipends will go from $3,300 in 2024 to $3,700 in 2025 and $4,500 in 2026. Paramedic stipends will go from $9,500 in 2024 to $10,000 in 2025 and $12,500 in 2026.
The union will be paid for the Juneteenth holiday, and receive an increase in the clothing allowance.
The funds — part from free cash, part from raise and appropriate — will be used to cover salary and wages, and expenses, for the firefighters for the first two years of the deal.
Scarecrows assemble at Assabet Park
By Evan Walsh Reporter
NORTHBOROUGH – The Northborough community brought scarecrows to the hill beside Assabet Park on Oct. 19, participating in a Northborough Recreation Department program that has become an annual tradition.
“We have families that have done it every year, even though their kids are older,” said Northborough Recreation Director Allie Lane. “It’s a really fun activity. It’s one of those activities that you’ll remember forever — one of those memorable family activities. It’s one of those simple things. This is an important community event, and it has been for a long time.”
There’s still time to participate in other Halloween activities in Northborough. The Community Affairs Committee is bringing the Jack O’Lantern Stroll and contest back this year on Oct. 25 from 3:30 to 6 p.m. in the Town Common. To sign up, visit https://forms.gle/B8PA9SCPqbLuoCBk7.
By Maureen Sullivan Assistant Editor
GRAFTON – Scarecrows and pumpkins joined in the fun at the annual Fall Fest sponsored by the Recreation Department on Sunday, Oct. 20, on the Common.
Families took advantage of ideal fall conditions to build a scarecrow, paint a pumpkin, have their faces painted, and play in a Gaga ball pit.
The Fire Department was also on hand to distribute safety information. Many of the scarecrows have been put
design by Ellen Bishop, Community Advocate art dept.
by Robert J. Terkanian
Hiyo, flamingo, away! This scarecrow entry gets ready for its display at Grafton Common during the annual Fall Fair on Sunday, Oct. 20. (Photo/Maureen Sullivan)
Caroline and Sophia Sieminski pose beside their scarecrow.
A scarecrow currently on display at Assabet Park. (Photos/Evan Walsh)
David Lowy makes living with a disability ‘conceivable’
By Maureen Sullivan Assistant Editor
WESTBOROUGH – David
Lowy skyjumps, goes on safaris and used to drive a Maserati.
He has also been a quadriplegic since he was 19. He was in college at the time and dove into water that was too shallow. Lowy suffered head trauma and a spinal cord injury that left him disabled.
Lowy, who lives in Shrewsbury, is the central character in a new children’s book, “Conceivable,” written by retired Westborough Public Schools teacher Tom Salvemini.
Salvemini said the two met at a party about 15 years ago and would invite Lowy to visit his classes.
“He’s about perseverance in life,” said Salvemini. “He’s gone on safari, drove a Maserati … I have never seen him as disabled.”
“When Tom told me he was writing a children’s book about me I was shocked and honored,” said Lowy. “I knew he wanted to do this but wasn’t expecting it. I was truly humbled.”
Lowy has been working for Shrewsbury Public Schools for the past 26 years as a paraeducator. A torn rotator cuff in his right shoulder sidelined him last year, “but I’m back and happy to be there,” he said.
Despite his disability, Lowy has traveled across this country and to 30 other countries.
“I’ve played in a few sports and have a scuba license where I’ve driven in California, Hawaii and the Bahamas. I don’t let my disability or my wheelchair slow me down,” said
Fall Fest | from page 12 on display around the Common. The Recreation Department has posted photos for online voting.
Other Halloween events in town include a “Friendly Trick or Treat” at the Municipal Center, sponsored by the town, on Wednesday, Oct. 30, from 3 to 4 p.m. The event is for children age 5 years and younger. Costumes are encouraged; all are welcome.
Participants may pick up a bag and map at the front door tent, then make their way around the offices.
Lowy.
Salvemini started writing “Conceivable” several years ago. Between the Covid-19 pandemic and running into snags with the project, Salvemini decided to switch to another project, “Band of Gorillas,” which he self-published last year.
The artwork for “Conceivable” was done by local artist Ed Turner, whose brother is a quadriplegic. Part of the cover shows Lowy driving his Maserati, his wheelchair right beside him. He said he had to give up that ride because of the
torn rotator cuff, and he now drives a van.
A combination gala/fundraiser and book launch for “Conceivable” will be held on Friday, Nov. 8, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Doubletree Hotel, 5400 Computer Drive.
It will be an evening of food (especially desserts), along with a cash bar, raffles, auctions and more. Proceeds will go to Spinal Cord Injury of Boston (SCIBoston).
Tickets are $40 per person. Reservations are available via the SCIBoston website, visit https://www.sciboston.org/
Tom Salvemini with the flier announcing the launch/fundraiser for his new book, “Conceivable.” (Photo/Maureen Sullivan)
COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
Civic Club donates to BORO program
WESTBOROUGH – On Friday, Oct. 11, members of the Civic Club presented a check for $1,428 to the BORO program. The funds will be used to purchase an annual membership to the Boroughs YMCA. Through tailored fitness programs and inclusive facilities, the YMCA offers a supportive environment where individuals with disabilities can engage in physical activities suited to their needs, empowering them to take charge
of their wellness journey.
Beyond personal growth, regular attendance at the YMCA (weekly, built into the program’s classroom schedule) facilitates community engagement, providing opportunities for BORO students to interact with peers and build meaningful relationships.
“The BORO Program is immensely grateful to the Civic Club and greater Westborough community for their ongoing support,” said Erin
Westborough Civic Club Secretary Tom Dwyer (far left) and President George Grosner (far right) along with the students of the BORO Program. The Civic Club presented a check for $1,428 so that BORO could purchase an annual membership to the Boroughs YMCA.
LaPrad, the program director for BORO.
The Civic Club raised the funds through its annual Christmas tree fundraiser. This year’s sale will begin on Saturday, Nov. 30.
For information on the Civic Club, go to https://www. facebook.com/westboroughcivicclub/
For information on the BORO Program, go to https:// www.facebook.com/theBOROprogram/
By Maureen Sullivan Assistant Editor
MARLBOROUGH – A picture-perfect autumn’s day — a time to paint pumpkins, listen to stories of a good witch, blow bubbles, run around and have fun.
On Saturday, Oct. 19, families came to the back of Kane Elementary School for a fall fair — the first big event hosted by the newly reorganized Special Education Parents Advisory Council (SEPAC) for Marlborough Public Schools.
past few years, the SEPAC was re-established last January; it meets monthly at Whitcomb Middle School, and it acts as an advisory group to MPS.
According to John Fletcher, director of special education for MPS, SEPAC is “a PTO for families of students with special needs, but it’s really open for any family.”
After being inactive for the
“SEPAC meets to discuss things happening within the district,” said Fletcher.
According to SEPAC CoChair Jennifer Elliott, “Marlborough families don’t realize there’s a SEPAC, and there are resources available.”
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Three-year-old Roman pokes his face through a cutout of Frankenstein.
(Photo/Maureen Sullivan)
Amid revenue conversation, School Committee talks fees, walking radius
By Sarah Freedman Contributing Writer
HUDSON – As Hudson Public Schools is eyeing a potential Proposition 2 ½ override, the School Committee discussed other options to increase revenue coming into the district on Oct. 8.
Though none of the options were on the table, the committee discussed the impact that increasing athletic fees, a transportation fee or adjusting the walking radius could have on the schools.
Back in January, Superintendent Brian Reagan and Finance Director Dan Gale shared that a transportation fee of $200 from the elementary and secondary school students would yield $154,000, with the maximum amount from a $400 per rider fee yielding $309,600.
Reagan said this was a “potential estimate” of the money that could be raised.
“There was a pretty strong consensus of the committee at the time that exploring the fees was not something that the committee wanted to do,” said Reagan.
He said he did not “particularly think user fees are a great idea” as they already have athletic fees in place to create revenue. Either raising the athletic fee or introducing a transportation fee would not offset the cost for transportation or athletics, he said.
Of the $300,000, he said, “I don’t want to say that’s not real money. It is.”
Select Board member Christopher Yates was concerned about causing a roadblock
for kids to get to school with a fee. He believed that busing fees would not have a positive impact.
“It’ll end up hurting us,” said Yates. “You know, if we’re charging a bus fee, somebody can choose Assabet because it’s free to get to school. You’re sending those dollars there.”
He believed there would be too many adverse effects.
School Committee member Chris Monsini said that he saw the benefit of having the information bus ridership.
Chair Steven Smith wanted more information to understand what adjusting the walk radius for students at the elementary and secondary schools would do to reduce busing costs.
He said, “I’d love to kind of get a sense (of) what is ridership. Is it 60% of students who are eligible are actually using it?”
He agreed with Yates that he would not vote for a transportation fee.
Override number may come late December
The Hudson Public Schools are seeing support from parents to spread the word about the financial situation for the 2026 fiscal year budget and a potential Proposition 2 1/2 override, according to Reagan.
At the School Committee meeting, Reagan said he had an initial meeting with parents on Oct. 1 who were looking to help by starting a community action group that would “do the heavy lift of promoting the (Proposition 2 1/2) override to the community.”
No school funds can be used
to organize such a group, he said. He has contacted the town clerk’s office to find out how a group can be set up officially as a political action group.
He called it “a fairly easy process” that would allow the group to have an official title and function.
“Those folks I talked to are going back out into the community now to try to gather
interest from other people, and we have penciled in a meeting for Nov. 12,” Reagan said. Reagan said he has been attending meetings that the town departments have regarding the 2026 budget. He said Executive Assistant Thomas Gregory believed it would be a good idea to have all the budget-makers in one room.
“We have the biggest budget in the town,” he said. “We have the largest impact on the town fiscally, and I think it was important for me to say to them that we are committed on our end to reducing our overall ask.”
Reagan said the estimate for reaching a number for an override would likely be in December or January.
Elliott is the mother of twins, one of whom has been diagnosed with autism. Cochair Heather Mendoca has a kindergartener diagnosed with autism.
At the fall fair, there were several booths offering information on Special Olympics; legal guides for parents of children with mental health needs; and the Parent/Professional Advocacy League (PPAL), which offers meetings and workshops to help families deal with mental and emotional health issues.
According to Fletcher, there
are currently 800 students on Individualized Education Programs (IEP) at Marlborough Public Schools, and 200 students on “504s,” meaning they have a qualified disability, such as concussion, that impedes life’s functions.
For Brittany LaFlash, a behavior therapist at Jaworek Elementary School, SEPAC “will help students with more access to community events.”
Elliott said the SEPAC is planning more programs and events.
For information on SEPAC, visit https://www.mps-edu. org/o/mps/page/sepac
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Obadiah Wheelock Albee left his mark on Marlborough’s school system
MARLBOROUGH THEN NOW
By Linda Rennie History Columnist
MARLBOROUGH – There have been many major contributors to the city’s education and recreational systems, including Obadiah Albee, Abraham and Silas Gates, Horatio Alger, Ezra Cutting, Joseph Hannagan, Lou Ghiloni, Ernie Holt and Anna Walker. But Albee in particular stands out.
Obadiah Wheelock Albee (1808-1866) laid down the principal foundations of Marlborough’s educational system. Albee graduated from Brown University in 1832. In 1833 he became principal of the Gates Academy (located where the Walker building is now). At this time education in the community sprang into a new life. Previously schools in the area had not made much progress.
When Albee took over Gates Academy, it was such a success that not only students from Marlborough attended, but many from the surrounding towns and some from even out of state.
Albee made education available to everyone not just the wealthy. The students who completed the courses offered from Gates most often attained positions as teachers, lawyers, clergymen, doctors or manufacturers. Albee was a superior educator. Many of his top students returned to the community and were successful in banking, business, medicine and industry. One such student was John Frye, who would go on to be the founder of the Frye Boot Company, a leading footwear manufacturer for over 150 years.
He remained as principal from 1833 to 1851 and continued to teach until 1860. In 1851 the town of Marlborough took over the school. At that time the attendance at the school became so large the commu-
for six years, two of them in the Senate, where he was the author of the Personal Liberties Bill.
He distinguished himself not only as an educator of indomitable perseverance and the courage of his convictions but as a friend and molder of character of the rising generation. Aside from his public spirit, there can be no reasonable doubt that in his day he did more than any other man in the community to awaken
interest in education.
Albee is buried in the Maplewood Cemetery on Pleasant Street where there is a large monument for him and his wife, Margaret. This monument has engraved on it: “This monument was erected by a few of his pupils to whom his memory is dear for the services he rendered and the impulse he gave the cause of education.”
Indeed, Marlborough owes a lot to Obadiah Wheelock Albee. Obadiah Wheelock Albee distinguished himself as a Marlborough educator of indomitable perseverance and conviction. (Photo/Courtesy of the Marlborough Historical Society)
nity had to make plans to build a new school building.
Albee was not only a proficient teacher and educator, he was also liberal-minded and a public-spirited citizen, He held the position of the Deputy Collector of Internal Revenue, Seventh Massachusetts district. He served as a member of the Massachusetts Legislature
Rocking the Boroughs to perform in November
NORTHBOROUGH/WESTBOROUGH – Rocking the Boroughs Senior Show Choir will have two free performances in November.
During the concerts, the choir will reprise a group of songs from its “This Magic Moment” show.
Rocking the Boroughs will be performing at the Westborough Senior Center at 4 Rogers
Road at 2 p.m. Nov. 10. The choir will then perform at the Northborough Senior Center at 119 Bearfoot Road at 1:30 p.m. Nov. 14.
The concerts are free, but attendees are encouraged to make donations. Call the Westborough Senior Center at 508366-3000 and Northborough Senior Center at 508-393-5035 to make a free reservation.
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COMMUNITY OBITUARIES
The Community Advocate will post obituaries online (and in print, as space allows). Please send information (and a picture if desired) to tracy@communityadvocate.com. Here is a complete list of individual obituaries posted on the Community Advocate website (www. communityadvocate.com).
DEATHS
Aseltine, Richard of Marlborough Brown, Colin of Shrewsbury Byun, Linda of Northborough
Callahan, David of Grafton Coley, Kenneth of Westborough Coyne Jr., Charles of Marlborough Cunningham, Robert formerly of Southborough Desrosiers, Denis of South Grafton
Ennis, Mary of Westborough Fleischer, Agnes of Yarmouth Port and Northborough Fortin, Grace of Marlborough Fulham, Janice of North Grafton and Northborough Hassinger, Ann of Marlborough Mangus, Dereck formerly of Hudson Morais, James of Hudson Rand, Janice formerly of Westborough Sahagian, Alma of Southborough Sloan, Brian of Marlborough
Dereck Stafford Mangus, 46
BALTIMORE, MD - Dereck Stafford Mangus, 46, of Baltimore, Maryland, died suddenly and unexpectedly of natural causes in early July of this year. Dereck was born at Emerson Hospital, Concord, MA on February 1, 1978, to parents Rebecca and Richard Mangus and grew up in Hudson, MA.
Dereck is survived by his mother, Rebecca (née York / div. Alden) Mangus of Warren, RI, and father Richard Taft Mangus, of Goodland, KS, his siblings Jennifer Alden, Christopher Mangus, Victoria Mangus, William Mangus, brother-inlaw Peter Melish, as well as a niece, three nephews, and many loving cousins, extended family, friends, colleagues, and fellow artists.
Family and friends are in-
vited to join in celebrating Dereck’s life Saturday, November 2, at The Church of The Nativity, 45 Howard St, Northborough, MA. The Celebration will begin at 1:00 with a Wake. Memorial Service will begin at 2:00.
Brian D. Sloan, 71
MARLBOROUGH - Brian D. Sloan 71 of Marlborough died on Wednesday, October 9, 2024 in Marlborough Hospital.
Brian was born in Worcester, MA the son of the late Paul and Vivien (Anderson) Sloan. Brian is survived by his wife Gloria Martins of Marlborough, 2 daughters Tania Sloan, Heather Sloan Heersink both of Gardner, his son Matthew Sloan of Worcester, 4 grandchildren, Jaiden, Aubrey, Oliver and Kaunay, 2 sisters, Kathy Sloan of NC, Margaret Sloan of Springfield, 3 brothers Kenny Sloan of Worcester and John Sloan of Northboro. Neil Sloan of Florida.
He was predeceased by his daughter Debora Martins in 2022.and his brother Paul Sloan.
The Short & Rowe Funeral Home of Marlborough assisted with arrangements.
Alma Sahagian, 94
SOUTHBOROUGH - Alma Sahagian, 94, died peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, October 5, 2024, at Hebrew Rehabilitation Center in Roslindale, MA.
Born in Manhattan on November 12, 1929, she was the eldest child of the late Ardash and Nvart (Derstepanian) Sarkisian and the wife of the late Sahag Sahagian to whom she was married 48 years until his death in 2011. She was also predeceased by her son, Melkon Sahagian who died in 1988.
Alma is survived by her son Stepan Sahagian of Southborough, sister Zarouhi Sarkisian of Watertown, brother Vahan Sarkisian of New London, NH, six nieces (Jennifer Weissman, Tania Hiltz, Daniele Sarkisian, Jessica Sarkisian, Linda Belamarich, and Lisa Shemligian
Hyde), two nephews (Eli Weissman and David Shemligian), and several grandnieces and nephews.
The Morris-Johnston Funeral Home of Southborough assisted with arrangements.
Agnes
T. Fleisher, 91
YARMOUTH PORT/NORTHBOROUGH - Agnes Fleischer, 91, of Yarmouth Port and Northborough, MA, passed away on October 11, 2024. She was born on February 20, 1933, in North Cambridge, MA. Aggie was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend to many.
Agnes is survived by her children Karen McCarthy and her husband Brian of Uxbridge, MA, Lynn Fleischer of Wareham, MA, Stephen Fleischer and his partner David Clancy of Los Angeles, CA, and Gary Fleischer and his wife Erin Carrigan Fleischer of Worcester, grandchildren Christine McCarthy, and Emily Fleischer, Joseph Fleischer, and Robert Fleischer II. She was preceded in death by her parents Henry and Helen Horgan, siblings William and Mary Horgan, Helen and William Burke, Henry Horgan, Thomas and Sydney Horgan, Leo and Mary Horgan, Leonard and Lorraine Horgan, and Gerald Horgan, and her best friend Dot Hunt of Northborough, MA.
Chiampa Funeral Home of Shrewsbury assisted the family.
Janice C. Fulham, 93
NORTH GRAFTON/NORTHBOROUGH - Janice C. (Cassani) Fulham, 93, of North Grafton and Northborough, died Wednesday, October 9, 2024, at Beaumont Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Center in Northborough.
She is the daughter of the late James and Anna (Cotter) Cassani and the wife of the late Robert Fulham who died in 2017. She was predeceased by her son Leonard who died in 1976.
Janice is survived by her sons, Matthew, Mark and Jeffrey, 6 grandchildren and eight
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great grandchildren. Slattery Funeral Home of Marlborough assisted with arrangements.
Richard L. Aseltine, 93
MARLBOROUGH - Richard L. Aseltine, 93, of Marlborough, died Friday, October 11, 2024, at the Branches of Marlborough. He was the son of the late Howard L. and Marion (Adams) Aseltine and the husband of the late Genevieve (Ricci) Aseltine who died in 2012.
Richard is survived by his son, Richard H. Aseltine and his wife Penny of Marlborough and his stepson Michael A. Smith of Marlborough. He is also survived by his grandchildren Evan Smith, Kerry Smith and Christopher Wellburn. He was predeceased by his stepson, Gary A. Smith, his brothers, Howard W. Aseltine and his wife Rita, Kenneth Aseltine, his sister Marjorie A. Creamer and his brother-in-law Virgil W. Hodge.
The Slattery Funeral Home, Inc. of Marlborough assisted with arrangements.
Charles P. Coyne, 59
MARLBOROUGH - Everyone’s friend, Charles “Chuck” P. Coyne Jr. 59 of Marlborough died at his home after a brief illness on Thursday, October 10, 2024. Chuck was born in Natick, MA the son of the late Charles P. and Elaine D (Gladu) Coyne.
Chuck is survived by his partner of 13 years, Diane Chandler of Marlborough, his children, Kelley Coyne and her husband Jason Clifford of Ashland, Katherine LaCasse and her husband Steven of CT, Matt Lefforts of WA, Sarah Lefforts of CT, Kelsy Bullock and her husband Greg of Waltham, Ryan Chandler of Marlborough, 4 grandchildren, 3 sisters, Faith Bourbeau of Milford, Kathleen Quinones and her husband Jesus of Hudson, Ellen Geary and her husband Timothy as well as many nieces and nephews.
Short & Rowe Funeral Home of Marlborough assisted the family.
Janice W. Rand, 87
HINGHAM - Janice (Jan) Wentworth Rand, 87, of Hingham, formerly of Centerville and Westborough, passed away on Sunday, October 13, 2024, at The Residence at Penniman Hill in Hingham with her sons by her side. She was the loving wife of the late Warren A. Rand.
She is survived by two sons, Robert W. Rand and his wife, Mauri, of Westborough and David W. Rand and his partner, Leonard Condenzio of Scituate, MA, two grandsons, Nathaniel T. and Curtis W. Rand, her loving niece, who was more like a daughter, Joan Shedlock and her husband Stephen of Forestdale, MA, their two daughters Samantha Shedlock and Andrea Ryan, and her brother-inlaw Wayne F. Rand and his wife Janet of Vero Beach, FL. She is predeceased by her sister, Sally W. Schatzl of Weymouth, MA in 2011 and her nephew, Glenn T. (Schatzl) Scott in 1990.
The Pickering & Son Westborough Funeral Home assisted with arrangements.
James J. Morais, 94
HUDSON - James J. Morais died peacefully on October 15, 2024, at home, surrounded by family and friends. The son of Joseph and Olga Morais and a lifelong resident of Hudson, Jim was born on August 16, 1930 and was a 1948 graduate of Hudson High School where he played football, baseball and hockey.
Jim is survived by his beloved wife of 57 years Loraine (Naine), his sister-in-law and husband Janice and Daniel Giannini as well as niece Susan Hastings and nephews Richard Hastings and his wife Lisa, Kevin Corliss, Mark Corliss and Steven Giannini and his wife Aimee and many great nephews and nieces and many close friends. Jim and Loraine enjoyed traveling and spending many happy hours with their family.
The Tighe Hamilton Funeral Home of Hudson assisted with arrangements.
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American Legion post to become future home of Recreation Department
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It’s an improvement over the Recreation Department’s current situation. Since being moved to the Town Hall’s second floor in 2019, the department has lacked an easy way to interact with the public.
“We don’t have a forwardfacing, interactive opportunity at this point for public registration, questions, and things of that nature. We’re really excited for that opportunity,” said Director of Recreation Laurel Rossiter. “Right now, recreation doesn’t have a daytime program space, so this will be a game-changer for us in that way. We’d be able to do some things while the schools are used up; they’re our recreation facility structure at this point. This is really exciting — it’s our new ‘home base’ for programs and more.”
that there’s no impact on the operational budget. The design is funded, the project will be advertised this week, and construction is expected to start in December. If all goes according to plan, the Recreation Department will have the space ready by spring.
While the town hopes the building will get more use, Baldinger and Rossiter were very clear — Boy Scouts and veterans are more than welcome to enjoy the space. Those groups were consulted throughout the planning process, they said, and everyone looks forward to the renovations.
ST. JUDE’S NOVENA
May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glorified, loved and preserved throughout the world now and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus, pray for us. St. Jude, worker of miracles, pray for us. St. Jude, the helper of the hopeless, pray for us. Say this nine times a day, by the ninth day your prayer will be answered. It has never been known to fail. Publication must be promised. My prayers are being answered. ~ DL
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May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glorified, loved and preserved throughout the world now and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus, pray for us. St. Jude, worker of miracles, pray for us. St. Jude, the helper of the hopeless, pray for us. Say this nine times a day, by the ninth day your prayer will be answered. It has never been known to fail. Publication must be promised. My prayers are being answered. ~ DL
NOVENA OF THE SACRED HEART
May the Sacred Heart if Jesus be adored, glorified, loved and preserved throughout the world now and forever.
Sacred Heart of Jesus, pray for us. St. Jude, worker of miracles, pray for us. St. Jude, the helper of the hopeless, pray for us. Say this nine times a day for nine days and your prayers will be answered. It has never been known to fail. Publication is necessary. ~RBS
Powerful Prayer to the Holy Spirit - Holy Spirit you who solve all problems who light all roads so I can attain my goals, you who give me the divine gifts to forgive and forget, all evil against me, in this short prayer to thank you for all things, and confirm once again that I never want to be separated from you, even in spite of all material illusions. I wish to be with you in eternal glory, thank you for your mercy towards me and mine. The person must say this prayer for three consecutive days. After three days the favor requested will be granted, even it may take appear difficult. This prayer must be published immediately after the favor is granted without mentioning the favor. Only your initials shall appear at the bottom. ~ F.R.
The new space and proximity to existing facilities at Dean Park make the American Legion post a “dream location,” said Rossiter.
The renovations will be funded by $600,000 in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, meaning
“That was an important part of the process, meeting with them before we got the ball rolling. We want them to feel like they’re still welcome. The intention is to never, ever kick them out. It’s their home and it’s their meeting space. It’s meant to be collaborative, and we’re going to work together,” said Rossiter.
Grafton churches to host Harvest Fair
GRAFTON – Our Lady of Hope Parish — made up of St. Mary’s, St. Philip of Neri and St. James churches — will have its annual Harvest Fair on Saturday, Nov. 2, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at St. James Church Hall, 89 Main St. Check out the craft area filled with various homemade crafts and plants; a large silent auction area filled with unique new items and certificates to bid; a huge selection of themed baskets to purchase for gift giving and some baskets to bid; a $$ raffle featuring two drawings each of cash prizes at $500, $250 and $100; a kids zone with free tattoos
and games with prizes; a large raffle area has a large smart TV, handmade double-seater Adirondack chair with table, and a beautiful sled. There will also be a white elephant area for bargain hunters, including a jewelry boutique.
Don’t miss the bake table area where you can take home baked treats, or the kitchen area where you can sit down and enjoy breakfast pastries from 9 to 11 a.m., then a luncheon from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
A 50/50 raffle will take place from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
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The American Legion post stands on the corner of School Street and Main Street. (Photo/Evan Walsh)
POLICE FIRE&
Police seeks suspect in local business break-ins
By Maureen Sullivan Assistant Editor
WESTBOROUGH – Police are seeking a suspect wanted in connection to at least three break-ins to local businesses.
On Saturday, Oct. 12, at approximately 9:57 p.m., a masked suspect entered the rear of Sun Catcher Tanning Spa, 166 Milk St. in West Meadow Plaza. Security footage shows the suspect removing the cash drawer, moving it to a side room and taking the cash from the drawer, police said.
The suspect then proceeded to Spices Punjabi Dhaba restaurant next door, entering through the rear door, walking to the front counter and removing additional cash.
The suspect continued by
Westborough Police are seeking this suspect. (Photo/Westborough Police)
entering the men’s bathroom, where they broke through the drywall to access JP’s Pub and
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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
Friday, Oct. 11
8:32 a.m. Tayntor St. Threats.
12:39 p.m. Newton St. Fraud/forgery.
4:36 p.m. Ahlgren Cir. Animal complaint.
5:10 p.m. Kelber Dr. Animal complaint.
9:42 p.m. Arrested, Joel A. Demoura, 38, of 311 South St., Apt. 1, Marlborough, for possess Class B drug, true warrants, op MV with license suspended/revoked.
Saturday, Oct. 12
8:33 p.m. Marlborough Square Shopping Center/BPRE. MVA with injuries.
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Restaurant next door. After crawling through the hole, the suspect located the cash box in the office. JP’s Pub operates on a cash/check-only basis, and the suspect left all checks and change, taking only the cash, police said.
The suspect is described as a male wearing a green hooded sweatshirt, dark-colored sweatpants, sneakers and a ski mask with cut-out eye and mouth holes. He was also wearing latex-coated work gloves.
Westborough Police detectives are collaborating with neighboring towns that have experienced similar incidents. If you have any information, please contact Det. Sgt. McRae at gmcrae@westboroughma. gov or call 508-475-4844.
Sunday, Oct. 13
2:39 a.m. Arrested, Jennifer H. Reynolds, 56, of 54 Stoneybrook Dr., Apt. 5, Millis, for OUIliquor or .08%.
5:55 p.m. Arrested, Joshua Collins McCarthy, 33, of 9 Drew Cir., Hudson, on true warrant.
Wednesday, Oct. 16
11:44 a.m. The Campus at Marlborough (BJ’s Corporate)/ Campus Dr. Fraud/forgery.
5:24 p.m. Huntington Ave. Trespassing.
11:00 p.m. The Ranch Boarding House/Lincoln St. Larceny.
Northborough
Thursday, Oct. 10
7:45 a.m. Shops Way. Animal calls.
8:20 a.m. Southwest Cut. Dog complaint.
8:36 a.m. Southwest Cut/Belmont St. Animal calls. Friday, Oct. 11
1:09 p.m. Abenaki Rd./Indian Meadow Dr. Dog complaint.
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Hudson dispatcher helps in delivering baby at home
HUDSON – Hudson Fire and Police departments responded Wednesday, Oct. 16, to a report of a woman in labor and assisted with a home delivery.
At approximately 12:30 p.m., the Hudson Police and Fire departments and Patriot Ambulance were all dispatched to a home for a medical emergency that a woman was in labor.
According to the press release from the departments, Dispatcher Joe Fournier handled the call and, with assistance from his partner Dispatcher Peter Ryan, dispatched the appropriate emergency crews while also providing emergency medical dispatch instructions over the telephone.
Officer Ron Mace, Fire Lt. Matthew LaBossiere, and firefighters Richard Hubert and Jonathan Nemergut arrived to discover that the baby was already born.
The father and the mother’s sister helped the mother deliver the baby using instructions from Fournier.
Firefighters took over care of the mother and baby until the arrival of Patriot paramedics Rebecca Ward and Joe Frances
6:34 p.m. Centre Dr. Trespass.
7:58 p.m. Arrested, Sirena Ivette Ramos, 29, of 657 Main St., Apt. 305, Worcester, on warrant.
Tuesday, Oct. 15
1:58 p.m. Carriage Hill Rd. Scams.
5:33 p.m. Arrested, Joseph Paul Santo, 38, of 24 Fitzgerald Rd., Charlton, for negligent operation of motor vehicle, OUIliquor or .08%.
6:44 p.m. West Main St. Assault.
6:45 p.m. School St. Fraud.
8:53 p.m. Copley Dr. Dog complaint. Wednesday, Oct. 16
6:49 a.m. Pleasant St. Stolen property.
11:21 a.m. Crestwood Dr. Dog complaint.
5:52 p.m. Hudson St. Animal calls.
9:09 p.m. Arrested , William M. Pollack, 71, of 1700 Ocean Dr., Apt. 201V, Vero Beach, FL, for op MV with license suspended, negligent operation of motor vehicle, OUI-liquor or .08%, marked lanes violation.
and Patriot EMT Nick Arcouette. First responders prepared the baby for transport and transported mother and baby to a local hospital for further care and evaluation.
“From Dispatcher Fournier’s calm and professional approach to this call, to the quick response of firefighters, police and paramedics, this call makes me proud of the entire team of first responders who used a combined effort to ensure this new family was okay despite the dramatic circumstances of the birth,” said Fire Chief Jamie Desautels. “It’s refreshing to see such a positive outcome to a call in this line of work, where not all calls have such happy endings.”
As of Friday, Oct. 18, mother, father and a new baby girl were doing well and resting at comfortably at home.
“Dispatchers are often unsung heroes because the public really never sees the face behind the voice, but this incident shows how vital the role that dispatchers play really is,” said Police Chief Richard DiPersio. “I’d like to say how proud I am of Dispatcher Fournier for his calmness and professionalism while dealing with this call.”
Shrewsbury
Thursday, Oct. 10
7:39 a.m. Man St. Harassment. 9:29 a.m. Overlook Ave. Animal complaint.
10:01 a.m. South Quinsigamond. Animal complaint.
1:30 p.m. Floral St. Animal complaint.
1:55 p.m. Winslow St. Animal complaint.
3:00 p.m. Boston Tpke. Identity theft.
9:32 p.m. Arrested , Manuel A. Barahona, 57, of 5 Townsend St., Worcester, for op MV with license suspended, number plate violation.
Friday, Oct. 11
9:33 a.m. Lake St. Animal complaint.
10:18 a.m. Grafton St. Animal complaint.
11:26 a.m. Nightingale Dr. Identity theft.
1:18 p.m. Arrested, Harvey Dennis Rodriguez, 28, of 160 Stoneybrook Rd., Fitchburg, for
LEGAL NOTICES
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SOUTHBOROUGH
Notice is hereby given by Ted’s of Fayville, 300 Turnpike Road., Southborough, MA 01772, pursuant to the provisions of G.L. c. 255, section 39A, that on Wednesday November 13, 2024 at 10 am an auction sale on the web based site of http:// sta.ibidsmart.com the following motor vehicles will be sold to satisfy our garage keeper’s lien thereon for storage, towing charges, care and expenses of notices and sale of said vehicles. Starting November 1, 2024 at 9 am, vehicles can be viewed at http://sta.ibidsmart.com.
This is not an absolute auction we reserve the right to set a minimum on all auction vehicles. If a particular vehicle is not listed on http://sta.ibidsmart.com call 508-4850503 for bidding instructions.
2008 Toyota Camry
VIN: 4T1CE30P58U766495
Owned by Crystal L Gauquier
2004 Toyota Corolla VIN : 2T1BR32E24C236864
Owned by Marcello Oliveira Correia
1999 Honda Accord Vin: JHMCG6672XC025814
Owned by Larry Roman
2008 Mercedes-Benz S550 VIN: WDDNG86X18A162784
Owned by: Joseph Capello
1970 Camping Traile
VIN: Unknown
Owned by Andrew Taggart
2007 Lexus IS250
VIN: JTHCK262X72015100
Owned by Giovanni T Carrasquillo
Owned by Daisha E Calnan
2012 Chevrolet Cruze VIN: 1G1PG5SC9C7171932
Owned by Vinicius Freitas DaSilva
Unknown Trailer VIN: Unknown
Owned by John Doe
This notice has been given under the provisions of G.L. c. 255, Section 39A.
Publication Friday October 18, 25 and November 1, 2024 Community Advocate.
WORCESTER
PUBLIC NOTICE
Notice is hereby given pursuant to the provision of M.G.L. c 255 Section 39A that on November 12, 2024, the following vehicles will be sold at a private sale to satisfy our garage keeper’s lien thereof for towing, storage & notices of sale. To be sold at Belsito Auto 245 SW Cutoff Worcester MA.
2015 Ford Fusion VIN #3FA6P0H71FR251566
1997 Jeep Wrangler
VIN #1J4FY29PXVP426219
2004 Ford F150 VIN #1FTPW14534KC27413
SHREWSBURY
October 16, 2024
Dear Lake Quinsigamond/Flint Pond
Abutter:
The Lake Quinsigamond Commission plans to lower the water level, or draw
down, Lake Quinsigamond and Flint Pond on or about Friday, November 1, 2024. The Irish Dam in Grafton will be lowered two or three inches at a time until the water elevation in Lake Quinsigamond and Flint Pond reaches twenty-four to thirty inches below normal pool. The purpose of the draw down is to expose the roots of nuisance aquatic vegetation proliferating in Lake Quinsigamond and Flint Pond to freezing temperatures and thereby reducing some of the heavy weed growth along the shoreline and in the shallow areas of the lake and pond.
This proposal has been subject to public hearings and is approved by the Conservation Commissions in Worcester, Grafton and Shrewsbury and the MA Department of Environmental Protection. This is your notice that the 2024-2025 draw down is about to begin. Lake Quinsigamond and Flint Pond will be refilled by April 2025. The Conservation Commissions require the following statements:
1. The exposed bank and bottom of the lake and pond are a protected resource under the Wetlands Protection Act and the filling or dredging of the lake and pond bottom is prohibited. Homeowners may remove trash and debris materials using non-mechanical methods. Disposal of the debris is the responsibility of the homeowner. Debris must be disposed offsite in accordance with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
2. All boats should be removed from the water a minimum of two days prior to the draw down date to prevent damage.
3. Homeowner care should be given to docks and shoreline structures to prevent damage from flowing ice. Property owners may make repairs to structures or walls on the shoreline and remove debris from the exposed bottom during draw down. However, residents that plan to make repairs that require more than hand tools must file a Notice of Intent with their local Conservation
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Commission and obtain the necessary permits before making the repairs.
If you need any additional information regarding the drawdown, please do not hesitate to call your local Conservation Dept.; Grafton Conservation at 508-839-5335, Shrewsbury Conservation at 508-8418502, or the Conservation Commission in Worcester at 508-799-1400 ext. 31440.
SECTION 00.11.13 ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
The Town of Shrewsbury, the Awarding Authority, invites sealed bids for the Renovations to 835 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA 01545, in accordance with the documents prepared by Nault Architects, Inc. dated October 2024.
The Project consists of: Renovation and reconfiguration of the Legion Building for use by the Town’s Recreation Department by creating new offices, toilet rooms, kitchenette, and storage areas. Work consists of asbestos abatement, space reconfiguration, exterior doors, interior doors, walls, flooring, ceilings, casework, painting, mechanical, electrical and plumbing work. Exterior work is limited to demolition of an existing shed type space and patching associated with that work, and work at the entrances and exits.
The work is estimated to cost $600,000.00, including all alternates
Bids are subject to M.G.L. c.149 §44A-J & to minimum wage rates as required by M.G.L. c.l49 §§26 to 27H inclusive.
General bidders must be certified by the Division of Capital Asset Management & Maintenance (DCAMM) in the category of General Building Construction. General Bidders must include a current DCAMM Prime Contractor Certificate of Eligibility and a signed DCAMM Prime Contractor Update Statement.
General Bids will be received until 11:00AM, November 22, 2024 and publicly opened online forthwith
Filed sub-bids for the trades listed below will be received until 11:00AM, November 8, 2024 and publicly opened online forthwith.
Filed sub-bidders must be DCAMM certified for the trades listed below and must include a current DCAMM Filed Sub-Bidder Certificate of Eligibility and a signed DCAMM Filed Sub-Bidder’s Update Statement.
Section 22.00.00 – PLUMBING
Section 23.00.00 – HVAC
Section 26.00.00 – ELECTRICAL
Proposals shall be appropriately marked “Renovations to 835 Main Street”, and will be received in the Town Manager’s Office, 100 Maple Avenue, Shrewsbury, MA. 01545.
General bids shall be accompanied by a bid deposit that is not less than five (5%) of the greatest possible bid amount (considering all alternates), and made payable to the Town of Shrewsbury Documents are available at the Public Buildings Department, Municipal Office building 100 Maple Avenue, Shrewsbury, MA. 01545 Monday through Thursday 8:00am to 4:30pm (Tuesdays until 6:30) and Friday 8:00am to 12:00pm, or available online at shrewsburyma.gov/bids
The building will be available for inspection at 1:00 PM, October 30, 2024 at 835 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA
The Town reserves the right to reject any and all bids, wholly or in part, and to accept and bid or part thereof deemed by it to be in the best interest of the Town.
TOWN OF SHREWSBURY
Kevin Mizikar, Town Manager
unlicensed operation of MV, license not in possession.
Saturday, Oct. 12
7:35 a.m. Nightingale Dr. Identity theft.
9:36 a.m. Boston Tpke. Road hazard – trees/wires/debris.
10:25 a.m. Boston Tpke. Road hazard – trees/wires/debris.
1:03 p.m. Audubon Dr. Illegal dumping.
2:10 p.m. Maple Ave. Preserve the peace.
3:14 p.m. Arrested, James William Fougere, 47, of 15 Trailside Way, Ashland, for poss Class A substance subsequent offense, possession Class E substance, and Ana Arlene Marrero, 42, of 25
Ethan Allen St., Apt. 102, Worcester, for possession Class A substance, possession Class E substance.
10:07 p.m. Maple Ave. Animal complaint.
Sunday, Oct. 13
1:46 a.m. South St. Animal complaint.
8:06 a.m. Minuteman Way. Harassment.
8:18 a.m. High St. Larceny.
11:19 a.m. Stoney Hill Rd. Identity theft.
Monday, Oct. 14
7:23 a.m. Route 20/Lake St. Road hazard – trees/wires/debris.
10:00 a.m. Grove St. Animal complaint.
12:19 p.m. Arrested, Steve Boderbe, 25, of 1 Sturgis St., Apt. 33, Worcester, on warrants, and Gerique Boderbe, 23, of 1 Sturgis St., Apt. 3, Worcester, for op MV with license suspended/revoked, miscellaneous MV equipment violation.
Ellsworth’s 339 yards push ARHS football past Marlborough
By Evan Walsh Reporter
MARLBOROUGH –
Algonquin
Regional High School’s opponents can typically expect a heavy dose of Owen Ellsworth.
However, with the exception of perhaps a few coaches and teammates in the Algonquin locker room, nobody could have foreseen his dominance under the lights of Kelleher Field on Oct. 18. On 33 carries, the senior captain accumulated 339 yards — which is a school record — and three touchdowns, leading the Titans to a 42-26 win over Marlborough.
On almost every snap, Ellsworth reigned supreme.
“I think he’s tough. He runs hard downhill, and he’s a big kid. Those attributes together are hard. But he works hard, man. He’s a leader, the kids respect him, his teammates love him. Us, as coaches, love him, and you have to have
confidence in one of your best players and give him the ball,” said Algonquin Head Coach Mark Allen.
While the Titans were victorious, the team got off to a
Algonquin’s Jordan Lopez looks for running lanes before cutting upfield. (Photo/ Evan Walsh)
slow start.
With a packed, Homecoming-weekend crowd cheering the team on, the Marlborough Panthers asserted their dominance throughout the first
quarter. A 55-yard strike from quarterback Michael Benway to wideout Calvin McFarlane put Marlborough ahead 6-0. With just 11 seconds left to play in the opening period, a 53-yard
run from Noah Sowden doubled the team’s lead, putting the Panthers in front 12-0.
However, the Titans are no strangers to come-frombehind victories, and the team never panicked. On Oct. 5, two weeks prior to the Marlborough matchup, Algonquin won after trailing Shrewsbury by 21 points with less than two minutes remaining.
“I like to say that it’s traditional Algonquin football. We started a little slow there, but we bounced back. I gave them a little message there in between periods — we needed to be a little more tough, a little more physical, because they were taking it to us. Props to Marlborough, they’re a tough, physical team. We had to rise to the occasion,” said Allen.
“We always know coming to Marlborough that it’s going to be a fight. They’re a great team … When we were down
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Back from injury, Lochhead helps Algonquin beat Hingham
By Evan Walsh Reporter
NORTHBOROUGH – Dylan
Lochhead wanted to be out on the pitch, but for most of the season she was stuck on the sidelines.
An Algonquin senior committed to play women’s soccer at Division 1 Boston College, Lochhead was looking forward to captaining the team and having one last hurrah with her teammates. However, in the Titans’ second preseason scrimmage, she landed awkwardly on her foot, fracturing a bone in two places and spraining her Lisfranc ligament. Lochhead couldn’t walk following the injury.
Almost as soon as Lochhead went down, she was focused on coming back. Doctors weren’t certain she’d be able to return to athletic activities before the end of the season — the foot injury was supposed to keep her sidelined until December, at least — but Lochhead kept working, trying to rejoin her team as soon as humanly possible.
Recovery was difficult — three weeks on crutches, three weeks in a walking boot and hours of physical therapy.
“Originally, they told me I was going to be out for three to four months, but I wasn’t going to accept that. I’ve been on this team since my freshman year, and I wasn’t going to miss my senior season. I’ve been doing everything I can. I was going to do everything I could at physical therapy. My gym helped me through my injury. I’d do everything I could to stay touching the ball,” she said.
All the hard work paid off for Lochhead, and her return to the pitch on Oct. 19 unfolded like something out of Hol -
12-0, we always knew that we’re fighters. Against Shrewsbury, we were down … 21 points with two minutes left. We’re a fighting team. We’re never down by too many. We persevere and I’m so proud of us right now,” said Ellsworth.
The Titans erased the 12-0 deficit with ease, scoring 21 unanswered points. A twoyard touchdown run from Ben Bertonazzi officially started the comeback, the defense recovered a fumble, and before long, Ellsworth rumbled into
lywood.
After checking into the match, Lochhead was almost immediately fed the ball and promptly fouled by the visiting Hingham Harborwomen. Her free kick — one of her first touches of the season — was a perfectly-placed, 20-yard strike that hit the back of the net. Teammates immediately mobbed her to celebrate.
“It felt so amazing. Just yesterday, I was crossing on the goalies from this exact spot on the field, and my coaches just said I needed to do it again … I took it, and as soon as I took it, I knew it was going in. When Katie [Richmond] and the rest of the team ran up to me, I actually almost started crying,” Lochhead said. “I was desperate to play today.”
“Having her get hurt during a preseason scrimmage was a gut punch. She was a leader
the end zone to make the game 21-12 midway through the third quarter.
Marlborough battled back. A 44-yard run from Sowden helped the Panthers pull within one point of Algonquin, but it wasn’t enough to top the Titans.
“I’m so proud of the linemen. All I had to do was run up, make a cut — that’s all I had to do,” Ellsworth said. “Kelvin Crispo, No. 6 — [he’s a] dog. He’s just leading the whole way. I’m so proud of us, every one of us. It’s a team win.”
on the field,” said Head Coach Chris Kirwan. “She did everything she needed to do to get back here, and she led us out here today. I couldn’t ask for a better captain. She’s a great
person, and to have one of your first touches be a goal; it’s fitting. She deserved it.”
Though the goal set the tone for the afternoon, which ended in a 3-1 victory over the Harbor-
women, Lochhead was just getting started. Despite getting cleared for contact less than 12 hours before the start of the match, Lochhead somehow managed to get involved in both of the Titans’ subsequent goals, leading the team to an end-of-season win.
Algonquin’s — and Lochhead’s — second goal came with 9:15 remaining in the game, moments after Hingham tied the game at 1-1. Seven minutes later, fellow senior captain Richmond, assisted by Lochhead, fired off a left-foot shot to make the game 3-1. Following a tough loss to Westborough, Algonquin brought the energy and was plenty motivated to win.
“Dylan played the ball down the sideline, and I saw there was space, so I took a touch towards the net. There were two defenders coming from my left, so I cut it back with my right foot. Then, my coaches are always telling me to shoot with my left foot, so I knew I had to shoot,” said Richmond. “Today we were really fired up.”
Dylan Lochhead is swarmed by teammates after returning from injury and scoring a goal. (Photo/Evan Walsh)
