NORTHBOROUGH – Question 6 regarding the Northborough Fire Station is expected to pass, according to the unofficial results provided by Town Clerk
Andy Dowd.
The unofficial results indicate that 4,930 people voted “yes” and 2,740 voted “no.” Due to technical difficulties, approximately 1,060 early votes from Precinct 3 were not included in the unofficial results. However, since the total number of outstanding votes is less than the difference between the “yes” and “no” options, the measure is likely to still pass.
“It’s been a long road, to cross the finish line is so exciting for the department and our community, to all who dedicated their time and efforts in making this possible and the citizens who supported the project, thank you, thank you, thank you,” said Fire Chief David Parenti.
The fire station is proposed for 61-65 West Main St.
Conversations and work on a new station began nearly 20 years ago when Town Meeting approved funds for a feasibility study in 2006. The first floor of the new station would be 21,500 gross square feet and support a “clean station” concept, and the second floor would be 9,350 gross square feet.
Town Meeting took the first step in October when voters approved an article authorizing an appropriation in the amount of $41,364,992 toward the station. On Nov. 5, voters voted on a debt exclusion as part of Question 6.
The Fire Station Building Committee projected that the project would go to bid in January to March with the ground breaking to take place early next year. Construction is estimated to take place for 14 months.
Art Dobson reflects on life of service, love for Shrewsbury
By Evan Walsh Reporter
SHREWSBURY – Ask Arthur “Art” Dobson about himself and he’ll go back to the very beginning.
In 1934, 2-year-old Dobson fell out of his family’s apartment window, plummeting four stories, colliding mid-air with some tree branches and hitting the ground below. Frantic, his mother raced to her son, who was immediately rushed to the hospital. She could only hope for the best.
Turns out, Dobson was just fine. He wouldn’t return to the hospital for another 90-odd years.
“I came home the next day. I had no injuries,” Dobson told the Community Advocate in an interview. “From that day on, I’ve been extremely lucky. I’ve had a great life.”
Born in Boston in 1932, the now 92-yearold Dobson has lived an action-packed life, filled with accomplishments and success in just about every direction. Along the way, he’s found community and formed long-lasting friendships in Shrewsbury, his home of 60-plus years.
Korean War veteran
Dobson graduated from Brookline High School in 1950 and had two main interests — marriage and the Marines. The following year, he accomplished both of his goals. After enlisting to serve in the armed forces and finishing boot camp, he married Dorothy, his high-school sweetheart.
“It was one of those things that just worked out beautifully,” Dobson shared.
As Dobson joined the Marines, the Korean War erupted. Dobson was deployed to the Mediterranean Sea for six months to start his military career, spending time in Spain, mainland Italy, Sicily, Greece, Malta and Crete. The tour was — all things considered — a good experience, Dobson said, noting the crew spent time exploring Rome and the Vatican City.
In 1953, Dobson headed to Korea, but peace was declared en route and his boat was turned northward to Japan, where he served for six months instead. Dobson spent three total years in the Marines and was discharged in 1954.
Although he wasn’t involved in any boots-on-the-ground fighting, Dobson finally visited South Korea in June 2019, taking part in the country’s “Revisit Korea” program, which is meant to honor and thank U.S. veterans who fought in the Korean War, including those who were stationed in Japan.
Dobson landed at Incheon International Airport alongside nephew and U.S. Army veteran Brian Conlon. The two were treated to six days of activities and tours; Dobson felt well appreciated for the entire week.
“It was the most unbelievable week of my life. We were treated like kings,” he said.
Shrewsbury, Spag’s, and supermarket success
After his military service, Dobson took
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SHREWSBURY – After Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton hit the southeastern United States in September and October, crews from SELCO — Shrewsbury’s town-owned electric provider — traveled to Florida and Georgia to help with the rebuilding process.
“We have a great group of linemen here — a great
group of people. The call came from the New England Public Power Association (NEPPA) at 12 p.m., and they were on the road, on the highway, by 4 p.m. It was an opportunity to go help some people, and they packed up and said, ‘Absolutely.’ They were excited to help out,” said SELCO Electrical Supervisor Sean Quinlivan. Matt Ahlstrand and Matt Trotto, two linemen, arrived in Fitzgerald, Ga., on Sept. 25
Northborough’s Scouting for Food Nov. 9
NORTHBOROUGH – Northborough’s annual Scouting for Food drive will take place Nov. 9.
As part of the event, Boy Scouts, Scouts USA, Girl Scouts and Cub Scouts will collect food donations for the Northborough Food Pantry. Last year, over 11,000 items were donated, and organizers are hoping 12,000 or more items are donated this year.
To donate, fill a bag with food, personal care items and/or paper products. Please do not donate expired items. Leave the bag by the front door or mailbox by 9 a.m. on Nov. 9 for the Scouts to pick up.
and returned home on Oct. 6 after several 18-hour days of restoring substations and electrical infrastructure. Linemen Jeff Huard and Jon Bishop left for Orlando, Fla., on Oct. 6 and returned on Oct. 14. Huard and Bishop spent the time splicing, hanging, and re-energizing wires.
After coming back to SELCO, the linemen debriefed and discussed how they could use the disaster-relief experience to help Shrewsbury.
“They go down with other municipalities from around here. They’re able to learn new things from the system down there — new tools, new procedures, and more-efficient ways to restore power. We learn from other municipalities we don’t get to work sideby-side with. We learn new things, we take it back home, and we apply it to SELCO,” said Quinlivan.
SELCO crews helped with hurricane relief efforts in the wake of Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton. (Photo/Courtesy SELCO)
Westborough’s Downtown Trick or Treat draws the crowds
By Maureen Sullivan, Assistant Editor
Karen Amlaw Music’s trickor-treat station came complete with a “trickedout” car and spooky music.
WESTBOROUGH – On Tuesday, Oct. 29, hundreds of families celebrated Halloween with the annual Downtown Trick or Treat.
Sponsored by the Recreation Department, the event included about 30 stops where kids could pick up some candy.
The Westborough Police Department staged a haunted house, while the Fire Department had a spooky maze.
Those visiting offices at the Forbes Building could visit characters from “Alice in Wonderland” at the Planning Department, and get their boogie on with disco characters from the School Department.
First-year Superintendent Allison Borchers greeted trick-ortreaters as the Cat in the Hat.
Because early voting was taking place in Town Hall, several departments set up trick-or-treating stations in the alley outside.
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Apéritifs are beverages enjoyed before a meal to stimulate the appetite and prepare the palate. Often light and refreshing, these drinks include a variety of wines, spirits, and herbal infusions such as vermouth, pastis, and dry sherry. Originating from European dining traditions, particularly in France and Italy, apéritifs are typically low in alcohol content and are designed to awaken the senses without overwhelming them. They are often served with small appetizers or snacks. The cultural practice of enjoying an apéritif has gained popularity worldwide, reflecting a growing appreciation for the art of dining and its social rituals. Modern apéritif culture embraces both traditional and innovative creations, with bartenders and mixologists experimenting with flavors and ingredients to craft unique pre-dinner drinks. Any of the common apéritifs can be served on their own. Often poured into a snifter or small cordial glass that accentuates the aromatics, many apéritifs are best when chilled. Pouring them over ice will soften the flavor and open up the aromas. Many people prefer to drink apéritifs 30 to 60 minutes before eating. At JULIO’S LIQUORS we offer a wide variety of fine wines, spirits, beer, and tobacco. For more information, please call 508-366-1942. We are located at 140 Turnpike Rd., Rt. 9 East P.S. Dry champagne is a popular apéritif.
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WESTBOROUGH – Julio’s Liquors owner Ryan Maloney was recently inducted into Order of the Writ, a fraternal and charitable organization established by the Kentucky Distillers’ Association that embraces the spirit of Kentucky Bourbon education, responsibility, environmental stewardship, history, scholarship and an unwavering commitment to the furtherance of America’s only native spirit.
The ceremony was held in Frankfort, Kentucky.
“First of all, I’m thrilled with being included and considered for the membership into the Writ, knowing how many legendary people are already in it. It makes me feel really proud; I was totally taken aback. In the grand scheme of things, we’re a store in Westborough, we’re not on the Bourbon Trail, so to be recognized as one of the leaders in Kentucky bourbon, it’s truly unbelievable for us,” said Maloney.
To be eligible for membership, a nominee must have
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Zamanian of Rabbit Hole Distillery and LeNell Camacho of Rabbit Hole Distillery pose for a photo.
had a service or association with the Kentucky Bourbon industry and have made a positive contribution to the management, production, sales, marketing, distribution, promotion or development of Kentucky Bourbon for a minimum of five years.
Membership is offered to others only by unanimous invitation of The Fifteen, the Order of the Writ’s founding members, signifying Kentucky’s founding as the 15th state of the Union. There will never be more than 1,776 Holders of the Writ.
“The Order of the Writ is evidence that Kentucky Bourbon is worthy of the same recognition and reputation enjoyed globally by the world’s other great spirits - Scotch and Cognac,” said Governor of The Order of the Writ Chris Morris.
The Writ is just the latest award in what has been an exciting year for Maloney and Julio’s Liquors. In February, Julio’s was named one of the 17 best liquor stores in the country by Tasting Table. The family business is also celebrating its 50th anniversary this year.
MARLBOROUGH – The annual “Network With a Purpose” event will be held on Nov. 18 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Apex Entertainment.
As part of the event, Apex, Marlborough Regional Chamber of Commerce and Kits for Kids will gather to build kits for teens in need. The organizers are hoping to assemble 400 kits this year. The kits will then be given to the Marlborough Community Cupboard, Marlborough Hospital and Orchard Street Academy for distribution. For more information on Kits for Kids, visit https://www. kitsforkids.org/.
Armeno Coffee Roasters celebrates 30 years of java excellence
By Evan Walsh Reporter
NORTHBOROUGH – A building rich in history is now permeated by the rich aroma of freshly roasted coffee beans.
In 1727, a mill was constructed near Smith Pond in Northborough and began producing flour and wood materials. By 1911, the Armeno Cereal Company was using the building to produce wheat, becoming the first place in the U.S. to make couscous and tabouli. The mill passed through three generations until Paul and Kathy Kalenian opened Armeno Coffee Roasters in 1994. Thirty years later, the business is still roasting away.
Today, head roaster John Parks and Chuck Coffman, who handles the logistical operations, co-own the business. While the building is reminiscent of the 18th-century mill — complete with turnof-the-century agricultural equipment and homages to the Armeno cereal enterprise — Parks and Coffman now use the space to roast over 5,000 pounds of coffee beans per week.
It’s all roasted fresh; there’s nothing sitting around here.
“I had an espresso machine in my dorm room, which was very unusual at the time, though it’s probably commonplace these days. I’ve always been into coffee … and I started to buy from local roasters,” Parks told the Community Advocate. “When my wife and I moved to this area, this place just happened to open up, and I started working here and investing. I’ve been here ever since.”
When it comes to coffee, fresh is best — and locally roasted is better. Armeno Coffee Roasters uses only midcrop, 100% Arabica beans, which are delivered directly to the Northborough building and carefully roasted by Parks and Coffman. Like an “open kitchen,” the whole operation can be seen from the retail part of the store. Armeno offers 50 types of coffee; each batch, from the light roasts to the dark roasts, is made with the utmost care.
It’s just coffee to some. To the people at Armeno, it’s an art and a science.
“We control the heat from the outside, as well as the amount of draft that goes
through the drum. The first half of the roasting process is more of a conductive heat, then the second half is convective. Hot air slows down the roast, toasts the coffee to where we want it. What we’re doing is carmelizing the sugars inside the coffee bean,” said Parks.
“It starts with good, fresh beans,” he added. “But even
with the best beans, the roasting process needs to be great.”
Armeno Coffee Roasters is excited to help you pick the best coffee. Whether it’s the fan-favorite Cowboy Blend, the Wachusett Blend, or one of the highly anticipated seasonal options like Holiday Cheer — exclusively roasted from November to January each year — there’s so much
John Parks and Chuck Coffman co-own Armeno Coffee Roasters.
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about high-quality coffee to discover and enjoy.
“I just love talking to customers and hearing their response about what we’re doing. We have no salespeople. It’s all word of mouth. People walk in here for a reason, and we like to walk them through all our flavors. We love what we do; it’s a real mom-andpop operation,” said Coffman.
Come for the coffee, stay for the wine. Armeno Coffee Roasters has a variety of wines from local vineyards and offers regular wine-tasting activities. The company takes pride in its selection, and the wine pairs nicely with the coffee biz.
“It was a good fit because it’s a lot of the same adjectives. Lots of the same clientele, as well. Somebody who is going to search for a specialty cup of coffee in the morning might have a nice glass of wine on the weekends,” said Parks.
Armeno Coffee Roasters is located at 75 Otis St. in Northborough. For more information, please visit https:// armeno.com/, call (508) 3932821, or email the company at beans@armeno.com. The location is open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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We cannot get along without prayer and meditation
“On awakening, let us think about the twenty-four hours ahead. We consider our plans for the day. Before we begin, we ask God to direct our thinking. Our thought lives will be placed on a much higher plane when we start the day with prayer and meditation. We conclude this period of meditation with a prayer that we will be shown through the day what our next step is to be. The basis of all prayer is: Thy will be done in me and through me today.” Am i sincere in my desire to do God’s will today?
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Breathe in the inspiration of goodness and truth. It is the spirit of honesty, purity, unselfishness and love. It is readily available if we are willing to accept it whole-heartedly. God has given us two things—His spirit and the power of choice—to accept or not, as we will. We have the gift of free will. When we choose the path of selfishness and greed and pride, we are refusing to accept God’s spirit. When we choose the path of
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MARLBOROUGH - In June 2024, more than a century after he entered the military, James Gagas’s cousins Michael and John Gagas received the Medal of Liberty award for his service and death during World War I. James Gagas was their grandfather’s cousin.
had returned to fight in the Greek army. He also left behind a cousin, Andrew I’allos of Florence Street, Marlborough.
Marlborough’s James S. Gagas, a Greek immigrant from Marlborough, died from wounds suffered in combat while serving in France during World War I.
Gagas was born in Zaupanion, Greece, and he came to America in 1914. He worked at the Curtis Factory and was also a member of the Young Men’s Civics League. He lived on Neil Street with his brother Cosmos.
Gagas joined the army in April 1917. Joining the army would make citizenship available to him. He was in Company G, 104th Infantry Regiment, 26th Division. On October 8, 1917 he was shipped to France. While in France at the Battle of
St. Mihiel, he was gassed and later died on September 15, 1918, at the age of 24. He was temporarily laid to rest in Marcheville and then permanently buried in St. Mihiel American Cemetery in Thiaucourt, France. Gagas left behind his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Stergis Gagas of Zaupanion, Greece, along with two brothers in Greece and his brother Cosmos, who
Recently, David Bauer, a resident of Sudbury (formerly of France) visited the American cemeteries in France and came upon his grave. David contacted the family of James Gagas, Michael and his wife Gail, and John and his wife Connie and brought them pictures of the grave and told them about the location. The American Cemeteries are well taken care of, as France honors the American soldiers who died during liberation.
The Greek immigrants from Marlborough served our country in both World Wars. On the front of the St. Anargyroi Greek Orthodox church on Central Street are listed the men who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.
As we celebrate Veterans Day in November, let us honor the memory of men and women from Marlborough like James Gagas who served their country faithfully.
WASA plans Turkey Shoot, Ski Swap
WESTBOROUGH – Winter is just around the corner, and so are the annual Turkey Shoot and Ski Swap sponsored by the Westborough Athletic and Social Association.
Saturday, Nov. 23, 7 p.m. – Turkey Shoot, Knights of Columbus Hall, 17 Willow St.
Have you ever spun a wheel and won a turkey? On average,
50 turkeys are won throughout the evening, plus there are tons of raffle prizes and fantastic entertainment. Dance the night away with friends and do it all for a great cause — the kids of Westborough.
Buy your tickets in advance from any WASA member, or buy at the door.
Saturday, Dec. 14 – West-
borough Ski Swap, Hastings School, 111 East Main St.
Drop off only on Friday, Dec. 13, from 7 to 9 p.m.
Sales are Saturday, Dec. 14, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Information: https://www. westboro.org/ski-swap
Proceeds from both events will enable WASA to provide funds for community groups.
the first opportunity he had to move to Shrewsbury.
“I said, ‘I’ll look at houses.’ So, I found a real estate agent and we saw a house. I bought it — the first house I ever saw. The population of Shrewsbury was 12,500; now there’s roughly 40,000. I lived in that house for 60 years,” he said, speaking of his Brookway Drive residence.
Dobson started to work at Iandoli’s Supermarkets — and it was a match made in heaven. Dobson focused on the bakery section, working to make the area more efficient by adapting shipment schedules, reviewing item codes and revising shelf placement. The work soon became his pride and joy.
“I was just fascinated with the bakery. I used to spend nights watching people shop for bread,” he said.
Dobson wasn’t just good at his job — he was passionate. After reading an edition of “Baker’s Weekly” that touched on supermarket bakeries,
“ [Shrewsbury’s] just a nice, nice place to live and raise your kids.
Arthur “Art” Dobson
Dobson wrote to the editor to express his disagreement with certain practices. The editor responded to him, and next month Dobson’s picture was on the magazine’s front cover. Before long, he left Iandoli’s and managed 520 markets located between Maine and New Jersey.
Dobson soon became a “manufacturer’s representative,” serving as a liaison between food producers and supermarkets. Trying to find products and accumulate accounts, Dobson returned to what he knew best — bread.
“They had the best Italian bread,” Dobson said, referencing a small Eastern Massachusetts bakery. “I pulled into the bakery one day, I got 50 of those breads out of the
oven. I went to Spag’s and I said, ‘I have hot bread from Italian bakeries. Would you be interested?’ They brought the bread in and had an in-store announcement. It was gone in five minutes.”
After another wildly successful week of selling Italian bread, Dobson was tapped on the shoulder. It was Anthony “Spag” Borgatti, Jr. — Shrewsbury legend and owner of Spag’s. Dobson remembered that the owner asked one casual, yet high-stakes, question: “What else do you have?”
The answer — as it would soon turn out — was cheese. Dobson promoted his client Cabot Cheese, the same company on supermarket shelves today, to Spag. Spag was immediately interested and the
two made plans to travel to the Cabot headquarters in Montpelier, Vermont.
The visit went well, according to Dobson, and when 10 cases of cheese arrived at Spag’s soon after, the product was gone in two minutes. Dobson doubled his order, but it didn’t matter — the 20 cases of Vermont cheese went just as quickly as the first batch.
With the business success, Dobson and Spag quickly formed a long-lasting friendship.
“I used to meet Spag every Sunday… He’d call me up and say, ‘Do you want to come down to the store?’ We became very, very good friends… Then, I’d have lunch at Spag’s house every day,” he said.
With Spag’s support, Dobson began his own private label of cheese — The Charlie Cheddar Company. Dobson copyrighted the name, and before long he owned and distributed roughly 25 cheese products.
Shrewsbury through and through
Throughout his decorated business career, Dobson remained part of the Shrewsbury community.
For the last 44 years, he has been an active member of the town’s Rotary Club, currently serving as the sergeant at arms. He has never stopped loving the organization.
“I just enjoy it so much. There’s 1.2 million members worldwide… It’s just amazing the amount of work they do locally, in the state, nationally, and globally,” Dobson said, noting how he and Roy Balfour helped bring the Rotary Club to Kyiv, Ukraine, in 1992.
Dobson has been to more than 30 countries, but the town of Shrewsbury will always be home.
“People generally are very nice — very friendly, community-oriented… I’ve gotten to know everyone… It’s just a nice, nice place to live and raise your kids,” he said.
Art Dobson | from page 1
Truck exclusion on Lincoln, Pleasant streets moves forward
By Laura Hayes Managing Editor
NORTHBOROUGH – A truck exclusion on Lincoln and Pleasant streets took a step forward during the Oct. 28 Select Board meeting.
According to Department of Public Works Director Scott Charpentier, the town has re-
ceived several requests over the past couple of years to implement a heavy commercial vehicle exclusion on Lincoln Street.
“It’s obviously a cut-through; everybody knows. You do your GPS from [Interstate 290 to Route 20], it pushes you down Pleasant and down Lincoln Street,” said Charpentier.
The town has previously
reached out to local trucking companies, which he said “sufficed the need” but the pattern has since changed as drivers solely follow their GPS. Earlier this year, the Central Massachusetts Regional Planning Commission conducted traffic counts on Lincoln and Pleasant streets. According to a memo from Charpentier, the
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initial findings indicate that both roads meet the minimum 5% truck traffic threshold to consider an exclusion.
“Anybody who’s done walker pickup at Lincoln Street School — this is certainly needed,” said Select Board member Mike Tietjen.
To implement a heavy commercial vehicle exclusion, an
engineering study must be completed. The Traffic Safety Committee took the exclusion under consideration and decided to bring it before the Select Board to seek funds to complete the study. Charpentier said he received a quote from an engineering consultant who previously did the reports
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WESTBOROUGH – Westborough Connects, along with more than 70 Partners in Kindness, is getting ready to celebrate Kindness Week.
The seventh annual week will take place from Sunday, Nov. 10, to Saturday, Nov. 16. There are several ways the community is invited to celebrate this annual initiative.
The week will kick off with the Kindness Through Service initiative.
Members of the community can sign up for community service opportunities by Nov. 4 via https:// www.signupgenius.com/ go/60B0A4AAEAD2DA6FE352490237-kindness#/. There are opportunities to help several groups in town, including the Westborough Senior Cen-
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for an exclusion on Rice Avenue and Summer Street.
Charpentier and Traffic Safety Committee Chair Bill Pierce went before the Select Board on Oct. 28 to seek $18,000 in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for the study. The funds come from Select Board member Lisa Maselli’s division of the ARPA funds.
The exclusion will return to the Select Board in the future.
Summer Street exclusion
The Select Board discussed the possibility of other exclusions being brought before the board.
According to Pierce, the Traffic Safety Committee voted not to recommend an exclusion on Summer Street.
“Primarily because what that would do is that would then force trucks coming up South Street to have to try to make a right-hand turn onto Route 20 from South Street,” Pierce said.
He explained that a tractor trailer would have to be in the left lane to turn right, “which we believe would cause more problems than allowing that truck exclusion.” Charpentier said the truck would then have to go two lanes over on the double yellow center line, meaning it takes four lanes to make the turn.
Maselli voiced interest in having the exclusion brought before the board at a future meeting.
ter, Westborough Community Land Trust, Westborough Civic Club and the Veterans Advisory Board.
The community is also invited to the kickoff to Kindness Week event on Sunday, Nov. 10, from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Westborough High School cafeteria. There are service opportunities, kindness-themed activities,
music and light refreshments. Attendees are encouraged to bring their leftover Halloween candy to donate and quarters.
This event is free and open to all ages.
The Partners in Kindness will host kindness-themed events all week long, including many collection drives. Check out the details on www.westborough-
connects.org.
For more information on Kindness Week events, visit https://www.westboroughconnects.org/programs or Facebook @WCKindnessWeek and @WestboroughConnects.
Westborough Connects is grateful for the financial support for Kindness Week provided by Central One Federal
Credit Union, Grossman Development Group, Reliant Foundation, Amazon, Alternatives for Youth Foundation, Cumulus Global, Dolan & Maloney Insurance, Avidia Bank Foundation, New England Recovery Center, Pastoral Counseling Center, Pickering and Son Westborough Funeral Home and the Westborough Civic Club.
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Iremember buying my first place. It was a single wide mobile home up in New Hampshire. We got to the closing, the attorney asked for the title, and the seller was not able to produce. The deal died right there.
In hindsight, it was good the deal died. I did not know there was a difference in a deed versus a title (a mobile home is like buying a car.)
A friend at work recommended we talk to his wife, a respected Realtor. After interviewing us, she went out and found properties for us to tour. She believed we would buy one of the first 3 she showed us, and she was correct. The same scenario repeated itself a few years later when we were looking to upsize. We did not think we could buy in Massachusetts and we were looking in Rhode Island.
The same friend recommended we speak with his wife (who at that point were dealing with much larger homes and we didn’t think she would work with us.) She spent time interviewing us, reviewed homes and then took us out on a tour. She said we would buy one of the first three homes and again she was correct. Rhode Island was in eyesight and we still were in Massachusetts. Years later I had the opportunity to move to Florida. I was starting my
new job, my wife went out and selected the house. She went for a new construction “on a canal” (logically what we would call a drainage ditch.)
While we liked the house, we weren’t thrilled with the area and longed to be back home in Massachusetts.
The cost of homes in Massachusetts far exceeded those in Florida and we went from new construction to an old Cape in Westborough. The Cape was sitting vacant as the owners had passed away. We learned this from a neighbor going to pick up her Sunday paper as we stared at the house. There was something about the house that spoke to us. We gave ourselves a budget of one week per room to paint and freshen. We spent two weeks per room and nearly killed each other trying to get the work completed. We lived in the house for years.
By this time we were aware of what to look for in a house and what was important to us. It was time to upsize and we felt we wanted to stay in Westborough for the schools. As we went around and looked at houses, nothing was quite fitting the bill. Yes, we had spreadsheets and analysis and in the end it was the feel of the home making the difference.
Houses are inanimate objects and at the same time, they all give off a feeling. I remember once looking at a house in a neighboring town when the real estate agent asked if I was feeling something. It was was not a pleasant feeling! She was feeling the same thing and we quickly left the house, it felt like something tragic happened there.
Often when we are showing houses, we will look at building after building and then all of a sudden something will resonate with buyers. It’s that intangible, the house speaks to them. I remember one client saying they didn’t care how much they had to spend, they had to have the house. While I appreciate their sentiment, we did put together an offer for a reasonable amount subsequently accepted.
Bottom line…..house buying isn’t all about the spreadsheet. Your feelings matter. Yes, you can make a house a home…so vision helps.
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Residents discuss first phase of senior center design
By Maureen Sullivan Assistant Editor
WESTBOROUGH – The next phase of discussions about the Westborough Community Center project has begun.
In October, Town Meeting approved a transfer request of $1.1 million to further develop the designs for the Community Center. Specifically, the funds will be used to further design and prepare bid documents for Phase 1 of the project, which is the building of a Senior Center on the first floor; and further develop designs for Phase 2 for Recreation Department and a possible temporary space for the Westborough Public Library and possible future phases.
Staff from Bargmann, Hendrie + Archetype Inc. (BH+A) presented updates on the first phase of the proposed project in two sessions on Monday, Nov. 4.
The first session, at the senior center, drew about 40
residents as well as several town officials. The second session was held at Memorial Hall and drew another 20 residents.
Joel Bargmann, principal with BH+A, said there will be consultants to help with details of the first phase, which will focus on the construction of a senior center.
These consultants will help
with kitchen design; acoustics; audio/visual; and structural (in particular, the proposed second elevator).
He also announced there will be several meetings over the next few months, with the goal of presenting final plans —including the costs — at Annual Town Meeting in March.
“It’s a tight schedule,” said
Bargmann. “There will be meetings every other week.”
After the Nov. 4 sessions, future outreach meetings will take place on Friday, Nov. 15, at 10 a.m. via Zoom (interior design concepts); Friday, Nov. 22, 10 a.m., in person (interior design, finishes); Friday, Dec. 6, 10 a.m. via Zoom (interior design, final finishes, furni -
ture and AV program, future space design); Thursday, Dec. 19, 6 p.m., in person (furniture and fixture concepts — initial selections and feedback, coordination with outlets and switches); and Friday, Jan. 10, 10 a.m. via Zoom (budget presentation).
As for the center itself, BH+A staff showed some of the results from residents’ input from the charettes held in September.
There were several questions about the multipurpose room. In the proposed senior center, the room would be about 2,800 square feet, which is slightly smaller than the 3,350 square feet within the current center. However, the current center’s space is divided into three areas, whereas the proposed multipurpose space would be within one room, with a divider.
“The multipurpose room can be subdivided, and groups could meet as late as they want,” said Bargmann.
There were questions about the size of the multipurpose room, the aisle width and the type of materials that could be used in the design.
On the subject of what could be moved from the old senior center, one resident asked about the center’s current speaker system while another asked about the disco ball.
BH+A is working to reduce the total cost of the first phase, which currently stands at $12.5 million (before possible rebates).
“It’s a real ongoing effort to reduce costs,” said Bargmann.
Task force
During the Select Board meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 22, Town Manager Kristi Williams said she wanted to form a task force to help the design team refine details for the first phase. She added the task force would offer input “from both sides.”
There would also be discussions with the Westborough Public Library about using the center as a temporary space during its repair project.
During the Nov. 4 session, Williams said the task force is still in the early stages.
For updates on the Community Center project, go to https://ma-westborough.civicplus.com/917/WestboroughCommunity-Center
An updated rendition of the first floor of the community center. (Photo/Maureen Sullivan)
Joel Bargmann, principal with Bargmann, Hendrie + Archetype Inc. (BH+A), discusses changes made to the plans for the community center.
Pumpkins and apples soar at Harvest Home Fair
By Maureen Sullivan Assistant Editor
GRAFTON – A curious contraption stood on the field at the Community Harvest Project on Wheeler Road.
It was a trebuchet.
During the Middle Ages, it was used to knock holes into castle walls. On Sunday, Nov. 3, during the annual CHP Harvest Home Fair, it was being used to hurl pumpkins onto newly cleared fields.
According to Michael Fogwill, the trebuchet was built about a dozen years ago by Jim McPherson, whose wife, Linda, is a volunteer with the CHP.
On this perfect fall day, they were joined by other volunteers who adjusted the frame, placed basketball-size pumpkins to the basket, tugged a rope to set the mechanisms into place, then watched as the basket was set loose and the pumpkin sent skyward.
“It’s a great vehicle for team
building, and it’s all for a great cause,” said Fogwill.
In addition to the trebuchet, the fair featured a pair of apple cannons, the 5K and fun run, children’s activities, live music and more.
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I have had the privilege to grow with the community, providing care for thousands of patients/wonderful people over the past 42 years I’ve been in practice.
I’d also like to publicly acknowledge my office staff, who have provided a welcoming atmosphere and compassionate care for our patients.
I have officially retired as of Aug. 30, 2024. As many may already know, my daughter, Dr. Elizabeth Franger, and her husband, Dr. Frederick Kaestel, joined my practice on July 5, 2023, and are treating established and new patients at 626 Main Street, Shrewsbury.
They are both Board Qualified in foot and ankle surgery and manage the full range of foot and ankle pathology.
I’m very proud of them and their work ethic and dedication. I have complete confidence in their abilities to continue providing excellent care.
With gratitude, Robert R. Franger, DPM
And away it goes — a pumpkin’s about to “fly and pie” during the annual Harvest Home Fair at Community Harvest Project (Photos/Maureen Sullivan)
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By Laura Hayes Managing Editor
SOUTHBOROUGH – After a complaint that a fifth-grade teacher at Margaret A. Neary School held a mock slave auction, an independent audit
indicated that Principal Kathleen Valenti did not inform the district’s civil rights coordinator about the incident or conduct an investigation.
In late May, Superintendent Greg Martineau said in a letter to parents that he
learned about two incidents at Neary in April. According to his letter, the auction occurred during a history lesson about the triangle trade and slave auctions in January. The second incident, which happened in April, occurred
when a teacher was reading a book aloud and used the “nword,” which did not appear in the book.
In June, the Southborough School Committee voted to conduct an external audit into the investigation; it ultimately reached a contract with with Comprehensive Investigations and Consulting (CIC).
CIC’s Daniel Bennett and John Benzan, who were tasked with assessing if Southborough Public Schools has documented investigation policies and procedures, presented to the School Committee on Oct. 17.
“The problem here was the principal responded, but they took the slave auction and they didn’t notify the civil rights coordinator and they also didn’t conduct an investigation into it,” said Bennett. “The timeliness of the response of the principal wasn’t correct under the policies and procedures.”
They said the civil rights coordinator was informed after learning about the slur.
“Once that happened, the civil rights coordinator took effective and immediate action,” said Bennett. “The mistake was the principal should have informed the civil rights coordinator of the mock slave auction so that the civil rights coordinator could have taken the same actions that they did when they learned about the racial slur.”
Bennett said that once Martineau was aware of the incident, he “quickly responded” and met with the involved parties within days.
The audit said that communication was expedient and thorough, with the exception of Valenti at points, and the administration was responsive via email.
“The timeliness with respect to what happened after the racial slur incident and how your civil rights coordinator and your superintendent reacted — how fast they did it — was unlike what we see in other communities. It was way faster and more comprehensive,” said Benzan.
Bennett and Benzan also praised the district’s response, including training on inves -
tigative procedures; hiring a director of equity, belonging and community engagement; and meeting with Sandy Hook Promise to set up Say Something Anonymous Reporting tools, among others.
As part of its recommendations, CIC said several terms should be added to the Civil Rights Nondiscrimination Policy, including complaint (or report), hate crime, hostile environment, protected class, respondent, school community and target (or victim). Additionally, it recommended adding a statement of responsibility, which would be part of training; an expansion of complaint procedures; and an explanation of the formal investigation process and appeals process.
After new policies and procedures are created, copies should be sent out, and the district should hold a public meeting to address questions and meet with staff and administration on how to implement them. CIC recommended that there should be training on the policies annually.
Andrea Hamilton, whose child was in the class, said she was surprised that there were parts of the timeline that did not come up as part of the audit. She noted that on May 1, phone calls were made to every member of the classroom between Valenti and the teacher.
“In those phone calls, parents were not informed of the scope of the auction, and they were told that the slur was used because it was read directly from the book. That was a lie,” Hamilton said. She said she reached out to the School Committee, asking if parents from the classroom would have the opportunity to be interviewed as part of the audit. She said she never received a response and was not interviewed.
“I don’t know where all of the information here is coming from because, again, it feels like there were a couple of big misses,” Hamilton said. “I’m struggling a little with faith and confidence of this body’s ability to have oversight for itself.”
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Feedback Earth ordered to stop accepting lobster shells
By Maureen Sullivan Assistant Editor
GRAFTON – After the Attorney General’s Office sued Feedback Earth, which processes unwanted food into ingredients for animal feed, the two parties have agreed on several actions, including to stop to bringing unauthorized materials onto the property.
Feedback Earth is located on Creeper Hill Road. The Attorney General filed the lawsuit following odor complaints.
As part of its relief, the AG sought a preliminary injunction, and a hearing on it was held on Oct. 23. After negotiations, the Attorney General and Feedback reached an agreement with several terms, outlined in a joint stipulation and order dated Oct. 24.
According to the order, Feedback will stop bringing any unauthorized materials to be recycled or converted, including lobster shells. In June, people began reporting
seafood-related odors, and, according to the complaint, Feedback had begun to accept and process discarded lobster shells.
A press release from Grafton Town Administrator Evan Brassard said that Feedback was allowed to process the last load of lobster shells on or about Oct. 24.
Additionally, Feedback must dispose of all of its unprocessed food materials, and seek composting or other disposal operations that can accept the remaining lobster shells and dispose of them within seven days.
Feedback must comply with all of the regulatory documents that govern its operations. The order also tells Feedback to stop creating a “public nuisance condition.” If the Attorney General determines and notifies that its operations are causing a nuisance, Feedback will stop the nuisance-causing operations until they can continue
without nuisance.
Feedback is also required to take actions to make sure the hotline is operational and stop all actions that discourage hotline reports. Staff members will also stop visiting
the homes of hotline callers without written permission from the caller.
The lawsuit is still moving forward.
“The AGO, DEP and the town believe that these temporary measures are a step in the right direction in returning normalcy for residents,” said Brassard.
The Community Advocate has reached out to Feedback Earth for comment.
Shrewsbury parish to host women’s retreat
SHREWSBURY – The Diocesan Commission for Women will conduct its annual mini retreat to be held at St. Anne’s Parish in Shrewsbury on Saturday, Nov. 16.
The presenter, Francesca LaRosa, is an internationally recognized Catholic composer whose music is played in churches throughout the world. At the age of 9, LaRosa began playing at Mass with her father. By the end of high school, she had composed and recorded two albums of music for liturgy. The music education she received at Ball State University deepened her call
to serve God through music.
“I have fallen in love with the psalms because they hit on every single human emotion,” she said. “I especially love that part of the Bible because Jesus prayed the psalms. I found it a
powerful experience to say the same prayers as our Lord.” LaRosa and her husband David, a music producer and videographer, created a YouTube channel to share her word-for-word psalm settings in both English and Spanish. Accompanied by her husband, LaRosa leads cantor workshops, retreats and concerts. The retreat will begin with Mass at 8:30 a.m., followed by coffee and pastry. The retreat program is scheduled from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. A light lunch will be offered. Please register by Friday, Nov. 8. Carpooling is strongly advised.
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FAMILY & PROBATE LAW
INFORMAL PROBATE PUBLICATION NOTICE
Docket No. WO24P3494EA
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
The Trial Court
Worcester Division
Probate and Family Court
Estate of: Darryl Dean Lewis
Date of Death: July 05, 2024
To all persons interested in the above captioned estate by Petitioner Timothy Lewis of Norwalk, CT
Timothy Lewis of Norwalk, CT. has been informally appointed as the Personal Representative of the estate to serve without surety on the bond.
The estate is being administered under informal procedure by the Personal Representative under the Massachusetts Uniform Probate Code without supervision by the Court. Inventory and accounts are not required to be filed with the Court, but interested parties are entitled to notice regarding the administration from the Personal Representative and can petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including distribution of assets and expenses of administration. Interested parties are entitled to petition the Court to institute formal proceedings and to obtain orders terminating or restricting the powers of Personal Representatives appointed under informal procedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, can be obtained from the Petitioner.
HUDSON
PUBLIC NOTICE OF HEARING
Notice is hereby given that the Hudson Community Preservation Committee will hold a public hearing under the provisions of M.G.L. Chapter 44B, Section 5, on Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 7:00pm, in the Community Meeting Room of the Hudson Police Station, Municipal Drive. The hearing is to approve the Community Preservation Plan that identifies the needs, possibilities and resources of the town regarding community preservation funds.
The Community Preservation Plan may be viewed at the Town Hall, Town Clerks Office or on the website at www.townofhudson.org under the Community Preservation Committee. The Committee will also be accepting Applications until Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 12:00 noon, for projects to be considered for submission to the May 2025 Annual Town Meeting. Applications must be sent electronically to lghilonicpc@gmail.com AND by submitting ten copies to the Community Preservation Committee, 78 Main Street, Town Hall, Hudson, MA 01749. Applicants will have the opportunity to meet with the Committee on Wednesday, December 11, 2024 to support their projects submission to the warrant.
Hudson Community Preservation Committee
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 Collin Murray, Quattro Sport LLC.
The owner of the property is EHP Realty Corp. The work is located at 538 Main Street (Map-Parcel 34-35)
The proposed project is construction of a commercial building, parking lot and driveways in Buffer Zone to Bordering Vegetated Wetlands. The Public Hearing will be held via remote video conference on November 7, 2024 at 7:00 pm. Please contact the Conservation Commission Office for information on joining the meeting: phelinek@townofhudson.org or 978562-2948.
All interested parties are urged to attend. The application can be obtained through email by contacting the Conservation Commission Office.
NORTHBOROUGH
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
NORTHBOROUGH ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
In accordance with the provisions of MGL Chapter 40A, Section 9, the Northborough Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 7pm, in Conference Room B, 1st floor of Town Hall, to consider the applications below. This meeting will also be conducted via Zoom. To participate in the public comment portions of this meeting from a PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone, or Android device, please click this URL to join: https://town-northborough-ma-us.zoom.us/j/84075375325 or join by phone: +1 646 876 9923 Webinar ID: 840 7537 5325 Passcode: 311390 Live Stream link YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/ UCRdBrw3HeEAMB_KFKasrgXA
Consideration of the petition submitted by Tad Jaillet for a Dimensional Variance for insufficient frontage for a proposed addition to a single-family house on the property located at 68 Shadylane Avenue, Map 76, Parcel 43, in the Residential C Zoning District and Groundwater Protection Overlay District Area 2.
Consideration of the petition submitted by Allstate Glazing Ltd for a Special Permit, Site Plan Approval and a Special Permit in the Groundwater Protection Overlay District, to allow the operation of an auto glass replacement business on the property located at 130 East Main Street, Building A, Map 47, Parcel 16, in the Residential C Zoning District and Groundwater Protection Overlay District Area 2.
Consideration of the petition submitted by Aniket Pandit for a Use Variance for operation of a home occupation (business office for a mobile dog grooming business) within a townhouse on the property located at 27 Solomon Pond Road, Unit C, Map 30, Parcel 29, in the Residential C Zoning District and Groundwater Protection Overlay District Area 2.
Consideration of the petition submitted by ZHS Trust for Modification of Site Plan Approval and a Use Variance to allow the operation of a senior living facility with a proposed decrease of 22 dwelling units, proposed increase of 53 parking spaces and associated modifications on the property located at 39-43 King Street, Map 82, Parcel 31, in the Business West Zoning District and Groundwater Protection Overlay District Area 3.
Applications can be viewed in the Planning Department during business hours or online at https://www. town.northborough.ma.us/zoningboard-appeals/pages/currently-under-review-zba.
Brad Blanchette, Clerk
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
NORTHBOROUGH PLANNING BOARD
In accordance with the provisions of MGL Chapter 40A, Section 9, the Northborough Planning Board will hold a public hearing on November 19, 2024 at 6:00pm to consider the applications below. Pursuant to Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2023, An Act Relative to Extending Certain COVID-19 Measures Adopted During the State of Emergency, signed into law on March 29, 2023, this meeting will be conducted via remote participation. No in-person attendance by members of the public will be permitted. To participate in the public comment portion of this public hearing, please click this URL to join: https://town-northborough-ma-us.zoom.us/j/89049909408
Passcode: 531739 or join by phone: 1 646 876 9923 Webinar ID: 890 4990 9408 Passcode: 531739
Live Stream link YouTube: https:// www.youtube.com/channel/UCRdBrw3HeEAMB_KFKasrgXA
To consider the application submitted by BD Homes, LLC for a Special Permit and Site Plan Review for the demolition of the existing structure and construction of a proposed twofamily home on the property located at 343 Hudson Street, Map 30 Parcel 18, in the Residential C Zoning District and Groundwater Protection Overlay District Area 2.
To consider the application for Site Plan Approval and a Common Driveway Special Permit in the Residential A District for 3, 7 & 11 Reservoir Street, Map 42, Parcels 51, 52, & 53, submitted by the Estate of Robert Romeo. The proposed Common Driveway will serve three proposed single-family homes.
Both applications are on file at the Town Clerk’s office and Planning Department and may be viewed on the Planning Board webpage.
Kerri Martinek, Chairman
SHREWSBURY
TOWN OF SHREWSBURY
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS PUBLIC HEARINGS
RICHARD D. CARNEY MUNICIPAL OFFICE BUILDING 100 MAPLE AVENUE
SHREWSBURY, MA
November 20, 2024 6:30 PM
To hear the appeal of Jason St. Pierre 21 Grafton Street, Shrewsbury, Massachusetts 01545, for a Variance to the Shrewsbury Zoning Bylaw Section VI-Table I to convert a single family dwelling with an in-law unit to a two family dwelling upon property located at 34 Elma Circle in the Residence B-1 zoning district. The subject premise is described on the Shrewsbury Assessor’s Tax Plate 21 Plot 206000.
November 20, 2024 6:30 PM
To hear the appeal of Jason St. Pierre 21 Grafton Street, Shrewsbury, Massachusetts 01545 for two Special Permits to the Shrewsbury Zoning Bylaws Section IV.B and Section VI Table I to construct an in-law apartment and extend a pre-existing non-conforming dwelling on property located at 4 Merriam Ave in the Residence B-1 zoning district. The subject premise is described on the Shrewsbury Assessor’s Tax Plate 16 Plot 088000.
November 20, 2024 6:30 PM
To hear the appeal of Richard Ricker, 11 Maple Ave, Shrewsbury, Massachusetts 01545, for a Variance to the Shrewsbury Zoning Bylaw Section VIITable II to build a house twenty three (23’) feet from the side yard setback when thirty (30’) feet is required on property located at 42 High Street in the Rural A Zoning District. The
subject premise is described on the Shrewsbury Assessor’s Tax Plate 18 Plot 001001.
November 20, 2024 6:30 PM
To hear the appeal of Quoc Anh Tran, 57 Rosemont Ave., Waltham, Massachusetts 02451 for a Variance to the Shrewsbury Zoning Bylaw Section VII-Table II for an addition that is forty four and sixth tenths feet (44.6’) from the front yard setback where fifty feet (50’) is required upon property located at 19 Appaloosa Drive in the Rural B zoning district. The subject premise is described on the Shrewsbury Assessor’s Tax Plate 43 Plot 011011.
November 20, 2024 6:30 PM
To hear the appeal of Lloyd Brown, 36 East Street, Franklin, Massachusetts 02038, for a Variance to the Shrewsbury Zoning Bylaw Section VII Table II to construct an enclosed front porch ten and eight tenths feet (10.8’) from the front yard setback when thirty (30’) feet is required upon property located at 12 Sadler Ave. in the Residence B-2 zoning district. The subject premise is described on the Shrewsbury Assessor’s Tax Plate 32 Plot 157000.
November 1st & November 8th
Peter Mulcahy, Clerk
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF HEARING - G.L. CHAPTER 131, S. 40
Notice is hereby given in accordance with the provisions of General Laws, Chapter 131, s. 40, and the Town of Shrewsbury Wetlands Bylaw and Regulations that Yatish Chhaya, 12 Bittersweet Circle, Shrewsbury, MA has filed a Notice of Intent for the construction of a 1-story addition to a single family home in the 100 foot buffer zone to an intermittent stream at 12 Bittersweet Circle.
A public hearing will be held on the above notice at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday Evening, November 19, 2024, in the Selectman’s Room of Shrewsbury Town Hall, 100 Maple Avenue, Shrewsbury, MA 01545.
SHREWSBURY CONSERVATION COMMISSION
Kenneth Polito, Chairman
MOUNTAIN VIEW CEMETERY EXPANSION OCTOBER 2024
The Town of Shrewsbury (Department of Public Works), Richard D. Carney Municipal Office Building 100 Maple Ave., Shrewsbury MA 01545 (“the Town”), invites the submission of responses for the site work associated with the first phase of the new cemetery location at 65 prospect Street, Shrewsbury.
The proposal forms, incorporated with the plans specifications for the work involved, can be downloaded from the Towns Website https:// shrewsburyma.gov/bids beginning on Wednesday, October 30, 2024.
Sealed bids will be received at the office of the Town Manager in The Richard D. Carney Municipal Office Building, 100 Maple Avenue, Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, until 11:00 a.m. local time on Thursday, November 21, 2024, for the site improvements.
A voluntary site walk will be held at the site on Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 11:00am
All submissions shall comply with the specification issued by the Town of Shrewsbury, including, without limitation, all qualifications and submission requirements.
The Town reserves the right to waive any informality in or to reject any part of or all Responses in the best interest of the Town. Contract award is subject
to appropriation and award by the Shrewsbury Select Board.
TOWN OF SHREWSBURY
Kevin J. Mizikar Town Manager
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF HEARING - G.L. CHAPTER 131, S. 40
Notice is hereby given that the Town of Shrewsbury Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss and vote to amend the Wetland Rules and Regulations associated with Article 29, the Wetlands Protection Bylaw, approved by the State Attorney General on the 14th of September 2023.
A public hearing will be held on the above notice at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday Evening, November 19, 2024, in the Selectman’s Room of Shrewsbury Town Hall, 100 Maple Avenue, Shrewsbury, MA 01545.
To view the Town of Shrewsbury Wetland Bylaw please access the following link: https://www.shrewsburyma. gov/DocumentCenter/View/15140/
To view the current Town of Shrewsbury Wetland Regulations and Fee Schedule please access the following link: https://www.shrewsburyma. gov/DocumentCenter/View/15139/
For any questions or comments relating to the Bylaw and Regulations or attending the meeting, please email conservation@shrewsburyma.gov or call 508-841-8502
SHREWSBURY CONSERVATION COMMISSION
Kenneth Polito, Chairman
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF HEARING - G.L. CHAPTER 131, S. 40
Notice is hereby given in accordance with the provisions of General Laws, Chapter 131, s. 40, and the Town of Shrewsbury Wetlands Bylaw and Regulations that Bob Mohaltra, 46 Deerfield Road, Shrewsbury, MA, has filed a request to Amend the Order of Conditions for the removal of Riverfront Area classification at 7 Flanagan Drive.
A public hearing will be held on the above notice at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday Evening, November 19, 2024, in the Selectman’s Room of Shrewsbury Town Hall, 100 Maple Avenue, Shrewsbury, MA 01545.
SHREWSBURY CONSERVATION COMMISSION
Kenneth Polito, Chairman
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF HEARING - G.L. CHAPTER 131, S. 40
Notice is hereby given in accordance with the provisions of General Laws, Chapter 131, s. 40, and the Town of Shrewsbury Wetlands Bylaw and Regulations Mark Roberge, 26 Kingston Street, Shrewsbury, has filed request to Amend the Order of Conditions for the construction of a paved driveway, garage, and associated site work within the 100-foot buffer zone at 26 Kingston Street.
A public hearing will be held on the above notice at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday Evening, November 19, 2024, in the Selectman’s Room of Shrewsbury Town Hall, 100 Maple Avenue, Shrewsbury, MA 01545.
SHREWSBURY CONSERVATION COMMISSION
Kenneth Polito, Chairman
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WESTBOROUGH
LEGAL NOTICE FOR SPECIAL PERMIT HEARING
In accordance with the provisions of M.G.L. Chapter 40A, Section 9 and Sections 3.1 and Attachment 1 (Use Regulation Schedule) of the Town of Westborough Zoning Bylaw, the Westborough Planning Board will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, November 19th, 2024 at 6:30 PM on application record no. 24-03508, requesting a Special Permit and Site Plan Review for the redevelopment of a portion of parking lot to a 2,400 square foot drive-up coffee shop. The location of the proposed project is 210 Turnpike Road (Assessor’s Parcel ID 2758-0), Westborough, MA, located in the Highway Business Zoning District. The owner and applicant for the filing is 6 Humphrey Street Realty Trust.
The public hearing will be held in the Great Hall of the Forbes Municipal Building, 45 West Main Street, Westborough, MA. Please see the Calendar on the Town of Westborough Homepage (posted 48 hours prior to the public hearing) for additional information. To access the application and any submitted documents, please go to our online permitting system, PermitPro (https://westborough.patriotpermitpro.com/) and search the above referenced record number. Records are also available for review in the Westborough Planning Board Of-
fice at 45 West Main St., Westborough, MA during regular business hours.
Persons unable to attend may submit comments in writing to the Westborough Planning Board in advance of the public hearing.
WESTBOROUGH PLANNING BOARD
Hazel Nourse, Chair
TOWN OF WESTBOROUGH NOTICE OF CABLE TELEVISION PUBLIC HEARING
Please take notice that the Board of Selectmen of the Town of Westborough, Massachusetts, as Issuing Authority for a cable television license under M.G.L. c.166A, will hold a public hearing on Monday, November 18, 2024 at 7:00p.m. The public hearing will be held in Memorial Hall at Westborough Town Hall, 34 West Main Street, Westborough, MA. The purpose of the public hearing will be to determine whether to issue a cable television license to Spectrum Northeast, LLC, an indirect subsidiary of Charter Communications, Inc. All applications, reports, statements and license drafts to be considered at the hearing that constitute public records under state law are available for public inspection during regular business hours and for reproduction at a reasonable fee. Members of the public are invited to attend and be heard on the topic: (a) whether the current cable
operator is in full compliance with its currently-existing cable license; and (b) what are the Town’s future community cable-related needs.
Westborough Cable Advisory Committee
Brian McLaughlin, Chairman
Stephen Hart
Shelby Marshall
TOWN OF WESTBOROUGH
OFFICE OF THE PLANNING BOARD NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
In accordance with the provisions of MGL c.40A, Section 9, the Westborough Planning Board will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 6:30 P.M. regarding
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a revision to the Planning Board Rules and Regulations, including the Contents of Applications and General Site Development Standards and Guidelines. Additionally, the Planning Board will review proposed regulations for Section 6.2 of the Westborough Zoning Bylaw (Highway Business Zoning District Development).
The public hearing will be held in the Great Hall of the Forbes Municipal Building, 45 West Main Street, Westborough, MA. Please see the Calendar on the Town of Westborough Homepage (posted 48 hours prior to the public hearing) for additional information. To access the proposal and any submitted docu-
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WESTBOROUGH PLANNING BOARD
Hazel Nourse, Chairperson
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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
Adams, Susan of Shrewsbury Amidon, Margaret of Grafton
Byra, Joseph of Marlborough, Carlson-Devlin, Krystal formerly of Shrewsbury Cotter II, Lawrence of Northborough Demers, Dennis of Marlborough Garabedian, Robert formerly of Shrewsbury Jenks, Gail of Southborough LaPelle, Nancy of Westborough Morales, Narciso of Hudson Payne, Barbara of Westborough Petronio, Virginia of Shrewsbury Santos, Maria Filomena of Marlborough Watson, Edward of Shrewsbury
Lawrence E. Cotter II, 87
NORTHBOROUGH - Lawrence
Edward Cotter II, beloved father and grandfather, passed away on Sunday, October 27, 2024. He was 87 years old. Born and raised in Concord, NH, Larry was one of four children to Lawrence E. and Lois (née Chase) Cotter, Sr.
the family.
Nancy
R.
LaPelle, 80
Joseph M. Byra, 102
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Marcia J. Martin, 72
NORTHBOROUGH - Marcia J. (Stacy) Martin, 72, passed away peacefully on October 23, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.
She leaves her husband of 25 years, Jeffrey R. Ward; a sister, Charlene A. Davis of Shrewsbury; a brother, Douglas S. Stacy of Smithfield, RI; two sons, Jason T. Martin of Shrewsbury and Joshua E. Martin of Tolland, CT; two stepsons, Christopher M. Ward of Boston, MA and Alexander J. Ward of Norwood, MA; eight grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Marcia was predeceased by a son, Jesse A. Martin in 2024. She was also predeceased by her first husband, Thomas A. Martin in 1994, her father, Oliver Sherman Stacy, in 2019, and her mother, Virginia M. (Ring) Stacy, in 2014.
Hays Funeral Home of Northborough assisted with arrangements.
Surviving Larry are his four daughters, Joan Cotter of Auburn, Judith Cotter of Clinton, Laura Angliss and her husband Ken of Franklin, and Linda Cotter of Auburn. Larry was the beloved grandpa and papa to his eight grandchildren, Jesse Cotter and his wife Meagan, Elizabeth Villatoro and her fiancé Faurry Villatoro, Nikki Gangi and her husband Stephen, Krista Shields and her fiancé Vincent Donofrio, Jonathan Remillard, Dylan Remillard, Cameron Angliss, Nolan Angliss and eight great-grandchildren, Aurora, Ganon, Trey, Magnolia, Rose, Mya, Kyrie and Vonn; all whom he loved dearly. Larry was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Jackie, who died in 2023. He was also preceded in death by two sisters Louise Sleeper and Marjorie Cotter and a brother Stephen Cotter.
Hays Funeral Home of Northborough assisted with arrangements.
Robert D. Garabedian, 81
LIBERTY TOWNSHIP, OHIORobert “Bob” D. Garabedian, affectionately known as “Bunny” or “Bun” to those closest to him, passed away peacefully on October 18, 2024. Born on September 8, 1943, in Worcester, Massachusetts, he was the beloved son of Vaughan and Margaret (MacKenzie) Garabedian.
Bob is survived by his loving son, Justin R. Garabedian, and his husband, Dr. Joshua D. Sackett of Cincinnati, Ohio; his brother, Wayne V. Garabedian, and his wife, Clare J. (Packard) of Grafton, Massachusetts. Bob is also survived by his extended family.
Hodapp Funeral Home of Liberty Township, Ohio assisted
WESTBOROUGH - Nancy R. LaPelle, 80, of Westborough died on October 20, 2024 with her wife of 30 years, Susan Fahlund by her side. Nancy was born and raised in Philadelphia, Pa and moved to the Boston area in 1968. She was predeceased by her parents and her brother and sisterin-law.
Nancy was also an accomplished jewelry maker, photographer, quilter, knitter, dancer, gardener, kayaker, opera lover and sang with several Greater Boston choral groups. She traveled extensively.
But perhaps her greatest legacy was her love of and commitment to friends and family — she was dearly loved by so many — from grade school up through adulthood. She brought out the best in others. She left this world a better place than she found.
Krystal W. Carlson-Devlin, 67
TOWNSEND - Krystal W. Carlson-Devlin, 67, formerly of Shrewsbury and Townsend died Thursday, October 24, 2024 at the Henry Heywood Memorial Hospital, Gardner.
Krystal was born in Worcester, March 8, 1957, a daughter of the late Kenneth W. and Irma J. (Smith) Carlson.
She leaves her son, Adam Thibeault of Boston; four sisters, Cyndy L. DeMartino of Townsend, Susan Holloway of Kentucky, Karyn Strawser of Michigan, Karyl Shoemaker of Warwick and her former husband, Richard Thibeault of Townsend. She also leaves many nieces and nephews as well as her good friend and roommate, Marge, of Gardner.
She was the sister of the late Kennth G. Carlson of Winchendon and Tia Marie Sevino of Clinton.
The Anderson Funeral Home of Townsend Center assisted with arrangements.
MARLBOROUGH - Joseph M. Byra, 102, of Marlborough, died Saturday, October 26, 2024, at St. Patrick’s Manor in Framingham after a long illness.
He was the son of the late Antoni and Aniela (Klecha) Byra and husband of the late Mary (Conti) Byra, to whom he was married 77 years until her death in 2022. He was predeceased by his son, Joey Byra who passed away in 2008, his brother, Mike, and his sisters, Helen Grande, Wanda Stupik and Cecilia Chiras.
Joseph is survived by his sister, Mickey Grasso, daughter-in-law, Ilona Byra, two grandchildren, Nicholas Byra and Samantha Longval, and many nieces and nephews.
“Joe” was born in Marlborough and attended Marlborough schools through high school. At an early age, he worked at the Diamond Shoe in Marlborough. He was a successful carpenter who built three homes during his lifetime for himself and family. He also worked for 40 years for Commonwealth Gas.
The Slattery Funeral Home, Inc. of Marlborough assisted with arrangements.
Maria Filomena Santos, 69
MARLBOROUGH - Maria Filomena Santos, a beloved figure in her community and a cherished matriarch, passed away unexpectedly on October 23, 2024, in Marlborough, Massachusetts. Born on October 30, 1954, in Graciosa, Azores, Portugal, to Jorge and Aldina Mendonca.
Maria is survived by her beloved husband of 50 years, Jose H. Santos, her three children (Jose Santos and his wife Debbie of Shrewsbury, Gina Souza and her partner Daniel of Westminster and Linda Santa Cruz and her husband Luis of Clinton), her eight grandchildren (Alex, Victoria, Mateo, Hannah, Juliana, Aus-
tin, Mia, and Isaac), her siblings (Luis, Ana, Jorge, Lucia, Eduarda, Amelia, Gabriela and Michelle) and her many nieces and nephews.
The Tighe Hamilton Regional Funeral Home of Hudson assisted the family.
Barbara A. Payne, 81
WESTBOROUGH - Barbara A. (Holmes) Payne, 81, of Westborough, MA, a beloved wife of 63 years to Dennis C. Payne who pre-deceased her, a loving mother, and grandmother better known as Nan to her grandchildren passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Thursday, October 24, 2024. She will always be remembered as a caring and giving person, to everyone that had the pleasure of knowing her.
She is survived by her four siblings Lionel Holmes, Mila (Holmes) McDonald (deceased), Steven Holmes, and Leslie Holmes, of Nova Scotia, Canada, three children, Lisa (Payne) Bourgeois and her husband Keith of Dracut, MA, and Annette (Payne) Massey, and her husband Brian Massey of Whitinsville, MA, stepson D. John Payne, and his wife Michelle (Russell) Payne of Washington State, and six grandchildren, Payne, Reed, Natalie, Stephanie, Merrillee, and Laurellee.
The Pickering & Son Westborough Funeral Home assisted with arrangements.
Margaret M. Amidon, 94
GRAFTON - Margaret M. “Peggy” (Amendo) Amidon, 94, passed away October 27, 2024 at Shrewsbury Nursing Home. Peggy was born in Worcester, daughter of the late Marie (Disalvio) and Bartolomeo Amendo.
She is survived by her husband of nearly 73 years Ralph Amidon, her sons Steven and Donald Amidon, her granddaughter Tiffany Maynard along with several other grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by daughters Laura Maynard and Susan Avila, and her young son Ralph Amidon, Jr.
Roney Funeral Home of North Grafton assisted with arrangements.
POLICE FIRE&
House damaged in fire; pets rescued
WESTBOROUGH – A singlefamily house on 3 Fisher St. sustained about $500,000 in damage following a fire overnight on Sunday, Nov. 3.
Fire companies from Westborough and surrounding communities were dispatched just before midnight. The family was able to get out safely before firefighters arrived.
Westborough’s Engine 2 and Truck 1 rescued one dog and four cats. Crews conducted an aggressive interior and exterior attack and extinguished the bulk of the fire within 15 minutes. Crews remained on scene for about 2 hours.
“I would like to commend our crews that made a quick entry into the house to save five
animals,” Chief Patrick Purcell said. “They were then able to get the fire under control in a short period of time. This was a great effort by Westborough Fire and
our mutual aid partners.”
No one was injured as a result of the fire.
The cause remains under investigation.
Buddhist temple in Grafton robbed
By Maureen Sullivan Assistant Editor
GRAFTON – Police continue to investigate a break-in at the New England Buddhist Vihara and Meditation Center on Old Upton Road.
According to Police Chief Neil Minardi, the incident took place around 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 27. Temple priests who were out of town noticed, via surveillance cameras, three women and one man going into the building. The priests notified the police; because there was a delay in response, the people were gone by the time police arrived.
Minardi said the cash and jewelry were taken.
The vehicle used in the break-in appears to be a darkcolored Honda Pilot with no front license plate. The rear license plate cannot be seen.
Grafton Police Det. Daniel Wenc is investigating the incident. If anyone has information about the group or the ve-
POLICE LOG
Westborough
Monday, Oct. 21
12:59 p.m. W Main St. Larceny.
1:59 p.m. W Main St. Identity theft.
6:17 p.m. Arrested, James R. Bennison, 45, of 46 Robin Rd., Westborough, on warrant.
10:03 p.m. Oak St. Accident – hit & run. Tuesday, Oct. 22
11:52 a.m. Arrested, Trevor J. Maguire, 34, of 234 Central St., Apt. 11, Newton, for inhale glue/toxic substance.
3:45 p.m. W Main St. Motor vehicle repossession. Wednesday, Oct. 23
Thursday, Oct. 24
hicle, contact Wenc at wenc@ graftonpolice.com, or call the Police Department’s business line at 508-839-2858.
1:04 a.m. Arrested, Edgar Montes Cano, 27, of 79 Gates St., Apt. 3, Worcester, on straight warrant, possess Class B drug. 10:31 a.m. Union St. Vandalism.
11:55 a.m. Arrested, Luis A. Rivera, 48, of 25 Staniford East St., Apt. 4, Boston, on warrant.
2:10 p.m. Hopkinton Rd. Road/tree.
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8:31 a.m. Franklin Ave. B&E in MV.
12:39 p.m. W Main St. Fraud.
2:57 p.m. Turnpike Rd. Larceny.
4:24 p.m. South St. Accident (pedestrian).
Friday, Oct. 25
6:53 a.m. Prospect St. Burglary/breaking & entering.
7:10 a.m. School St. Motor vehicle theft.
8:04 a.m. W Main St. B&E in MV.
8:29 a.m. W Main St. Identity theft.
8:55 a.m. South St. B&E in MV.
10:33 a.m. Summer St. B&E in MV.
2:25 p.m. W Main St. Threats made.
2:44 p.m. Summer St. B&E in MV.
3:53 p.m. Connector Rd./Research Dr. Road/tree.
5:10 p.m. Arrested, Kenneth H. Sutherland Jr., 60, of 25 Connector Rd., Apt. 533, Westborough, 7:37 p.m. W Main St. B&E in MV.
7:57 p.m. Cottage St. Fire, smoke.
Saturday, Oct. 26
6:32 a.m. South St. B&E in MV.
9:16 a.m. South St. Larceny.
10:24 a.m. Deerfield Way. Fraud. Sunday, Oct. 27
12:19 a.m. Arrested, Gustavo Ernesto Portillo Melgar, 28, of 191 Worcester St., Apt. 2R, Southbridge, for OUI-liquor or .08%.
Shrewsbury
Monday, Oct. 28
10:26 a.m. Monroe St. Larceny.
2:49 p.m. Grafton St. Identity theft.
4:05 p.m. Willard Ave. Identity theft.
5:56 p.m. Arrested, Gay Thomson Joseph, 25, of 1 Eastern Ave., Worcester, for receive stolen motor vehicle, unlicensed operation of MV, unregistered vehicle, uninsured MV/trailer, attach plate not assigned, use electronic device while operating MV.
Tuesday, Oct. 29
12:20 a.m. Main St. Accident with injury.
10:29 a.m. Boston Tpke. Trespassing.
5:23 p.m. Cherry St. Dispute.
9:09 p.m. Maple Ave. Dispute.
Thursday, Oct. 31
11:34 a.m. Maple Ave. Road hazard –trees/wires/debris.
2:31 p.m. Boston Tpke. Dispute.
8:38 p.m. Harrington Farms. Fireworks.
Northborough
Thursday, Oct. 17
1:43 p.m. South St. Illegal dumping/ littering.
Friday, Oct. 18
2:11 a.m. Arrested, Allen J. Tripp, 49, of 301 Applebriar Ln., Marlborough, for MV not meeting RMV safety standards, negligent operation of motor vehicle, OUI-liquor or .08% 2nd offense, unregistered motor vehicle, marked lanes violation.
Saturday, Oct. 19
11:24 a.m. Green St. Scams.
11:21 p.m. Bartlett St. Keep the peace. Sunday, Oct. 20
2:34 a.m. Arrested, Karol Milewski, 47, of 20 Spofford Rd., Worcester, for violate abuse prevention order.
6:41 p.m. Southwest Cut/Belmont St. Accident: P.I.
8:28 p.m. Whitney St. Larceny. Friday, Oct. 25
2:43 p.m. Lyman/Bartlett Sts. Criminal complaint.
2:53 p.m. Arrested, Mario J. Moura, 60, of 34 Kent Dr., Hudson, for op MV with license suspended.
2:56 p.m. Sunnyhill Rd. Fraud.
9:53 p.m. Arrested, Timothy B. Domina, 57, of 194 Meadow St., Chicopee, for op MV with license suspended, possess Class A drug, possess Class B drug. Monday, Oct. 28
12:57 a.m. Arrested, Zeferino S. Carvalho, 64, of 13 Crestwood Dr., Apt. 13, Northborough, for unlicensed operation of MV, speeding in violation special regulation.
7:24 p.m. Tomblin Hill Rd./Otis St. Criminal complaint.
11:14 p.m. West Main/Monroe Sts. Criminal complaint.
Thursday, Oct. 31
10:52 a.m. Main St. Fraud.
Marlborough
Thursday, Oct. 24
7:00 a.m. City Hall/Main St. Fraud/ forgery.
8:01 a.m. Taylor Rd. B&E into MV. 11:49 a.m. Dunkin Donuts/Lakeside Ave. Larceny.
1:52 p.m. Citizens Bank/South Bolton St. Fraud/forgery.
2:03 p.m. Bigelow St. Fraud/forgery.
9:32 p.m. Arrested, Cleiton Souzasilva, 34, of 147 South St., Marlborough, for vandalize property, negligent operation of motor vehicle.
Friday, Oct. 25
10:48 a.m. Partners Pharmacy/Cedar Hill St. Larceny.
10:58 a.m. Broadmeadow Rd. Assault. 1:05 p.m. Acorn Self Storage/East Main St. Recovered property.
Saturday, Oct. 26
12:26 a.m. Broadmeadow Rd. Threats.
9:42 a.m. The Retreat at Marlborough Apartments/Christie Way. Threats. 3:08 p.m. Lodi/Ridge Rds. MVA with injuries.
4:20 p.m. Liberty Hill Apartments/Main St. Fraud/forgery.
10:37 p.m. Arrested, Andres Molina, 37, of 154 West Main St., Apt. 2, Marlborough, for OUI-liquor or .08%, unlicensed operation of MV, negligent operation of motor vehicle.
Sunday, Oct. 27
10:41 a.m. Stone Gate Apartments/ Silver Leaf Way. Auto theft.
11:31 a.m. Regal Cinema/Donald J. Lynch Blvd. Larceny.
4:25 p.m. Neil St. Harassment.
4:36 p.m. Marlborough Country Club/ Concord Rd. B&E into MV. Monday, Oct. 28
11:17 a.m. Target/Donald J. Lynch Blvd. Larceny.
12:12 p.m. Main/East Main Sts. MVA with injuries.
5:15 p.m. Farm Rd. Assault.
6:02 p.m. Greenwood St. Harassment. Tuesday, Oct. 29
Above: Two of the three women suspected of breaking into a Buddhist temple.
Left: This dark-colored Honda Pilot was seen in the parking lot.
(Photos Courtesy of Grafton Police)
By Evan Walsh Reporter
WESTBOROUGH – The Rangers worked all summer so they could celebrate all autumn.
On a windy night at Joseph R. Mewhiney Field, the Westborough Rangers defeated the Marlborough Panthers 21-6 to officially become back-toback Mid-Wach-B champions. The win — considerably less stressful than the Rangers’ double-overtime “W” over the Panthers last year — secured Westborough’s spot in the playoffs for the second straight year; the team had never appeared in consecutive playoffs before.
While the Rangers became league champions on Nov. 1, the historic success is a function of all the work in July, players and coaches said.
“They’ve worked hard. They’ve worked tremendously hard. It starts right here ev-
ery July morning, 7 o’clock in the morning. Pushing tires, pushing sleds, lifting weights. Everybody else is at the beach, hanging out playing video games, or sleeping in. These
guys are out and about, working their butts off,” Westborough Head Coach Joe Beveridge told the Community Advocate. “Hard work pays off.”
“It’s the hard work we do in the offseason,” said senior Brady Chapman. “The early mornings in the weight room, the speed work — everything like that. Down the stretch, it’s really paying off.”
Historic season, quick start
Westborough didn’t waste any time going after Marlborough. While Beveridge hoped that he’d win the toss and defer the ball, allowing his defense to set the tone and taking some pressure off his offense, the Panthers forced his hand, and Beveridge was ready to send his offense on the gridiron.
That was before Chapman made his presence known.
Chapman fielded the opening kickoff, sprinted 87 yards along the left hash, and hustled his way to the end zone to give his team an immediate lead. Chapman also had an interception later in the half which led to a Thomas Cashman touchdown.
“[The kickoff return] is huge. We were hoping to defer, but they gave us the ball … I usually like to get the defense out there hitting right away … but Brady made a great play and got the crowd going. It got our juices going and it pulled us throughout the game there,” said Beveridge.
“It means everything. I was just trying to put on the best performance I could. It was for my guys — being able to do what I can do in any way
possible,” said Chapman. “It feels really good becoming back-to-back league champs … It’s a really good feeling. I’m proud of my guys.”
While Marlborough eventually grabbed six points — a pass from halfback Noah Sowden to wideout Calvin McFarlane gave the Panthers a spark — Westborough’s defense didn’t break against Marlborough’s run-heavy offensive attack. A 10-minute, third-quarter drive produced zero points for the Panthers.
Senior Night success
The win also marked what might be the last home game for 16 Westborough seniors. After back-to-back 1-10 seasons to start their careers as Rangers, the seniors have now experienced back-to-back league championships. The team is captained by Sam Wickline, Andrew Pisciotta, Ivan Diaz, Thomas Cashman, and Jake Martin, who rushed for a touchdown against Marlborough.
“It was tremendous to get a win for them at home. There’s no guarantee we have another game here, and they mean a lot. This is a group that was playing here as freshman, going through 1-10 seasons as freshmen and sophomores. They decided they were not going to tolerate that anymore, and they led the way to where we are now. They are a tremendous group of players,” said Beveridge.
‘Nobody works harder’: Boyers hits 500-kill milestone
By Evan Walsh Reporter
SHREWSBURY – Gianna Boyers was hanging out with a friend late one night when her volleyball career unknowingly started. It was the night of a sleepover and Boyers’ friend was set to attend volleyball camp the next morning.
“You might as well just come,” her friend said.
“OK, I guess,” Boyers replied.
That serendipitous exchange launched Boyers into volleyball stardom. Over her three years on the Shrewsbury High School volleyball team, she’s come to lead the program as a senior captain, passing on her love of the game to younger athletes.
“I ended up really liking volleyball,” Boyers told the Community Advocate after practice one afternoon. “I liked it so much, and I wanted to do something more high-level. Every year volleyball just got more fun as it got more com-
petitive.”
Boyers is always in the middle of the action — literally. As a middle-hitter, the 6-foottall Shrewsbury resident has tallied 547 kills, reaching the 500-mark in front of friends and family on Senior Night in what she called a “full-circle” moment. Boyers has also found success on club teams; she was selected for the 2023 Divi -
sion 1 Girls All-State Team by the Massachusetts Volleyball Coaches Association.
All of her success, she said, comes down to one thing: practice.
“I think one of the biggest things is always trying — every point in practice is going to translate onto the court. It’s realizing that every single rep you can get in is a good rep,”
she said. “There’s also the mental side and being able to adjust yourself. Middle is one of those positions where you need a good pass, you need a good set.”
“I’ve been coaching her for several years now, and nobody works harder, to be honest. She’s probably her worst critic, and I think she would agree. She’s always trying to find ways to improve. She plays at a super high level and she picks everybody up on the court,” said third-year Shrewsbury Head Coach Brett Crandall, who also coaches Boyers as part of the CMASS Juniors Volleyball Club.
Colonials’ camaraderie
To Boyers, there’s something just as important as practice and on-the-court action: team camaraderie. Along with fellow captains Grace Garbarino and Gracie Hester — a group Crandall calls the “Three G’s” — Boyers focuses on creating a supportive team culture
that helps athletes, especially freshman, learn and grow.
With three teams — varsity, JV1, and JV2 — of roughly 16 athletes, Shrewsbury has a large volleyball program. Boyers and the other “G’s” take pride in making everyone feel welcome. The team runs clinics for middle-schoolers, keeping a strong pipeline of future Colonials (including Boyers’ 8th-grade sister, Gabriella). Pasta parties, relay races, and spontaneous in-season challenges help tie together the three Shrewsbury squads.
“You physically can’t play without a team and being together. Fostering a connection between the entire program – it helps everybody and it helps every team succeed,” said Boyers. “We’re building bonds on a non-volleyball level. There are a lot of girls, but as the three captains, we try to lead everyone as one big team. We try to make the freshman super comfortable. Having them be comfortable with us, it’s really important.”
Best treatments for Plantar Fasciitis
Best treatments for Plantar Fasciitis
What should I do if I step on glass?
By Dr. Benjamin Saviet
Glass, like any foreign body that can penetrate skin, is likely to eventually be worked out by your body's natural defenses and in�lammatory response. However, the deeper it enters, the harder it is to get rid of and the longer it will likely take.
tweezers to try to pluck it out.
By Central Massachusetts Podiatry Team
If you aren't sure if you got it all, then you should soak the injury in warm water and epsom salts twice a day for a day or two until you can see a doctor.
The �irst steps with any injury like this are to wash it with soap and warm water to remove any contamination and help reduce risk of infection. If there’s anything visible it's worthwhile to try to brush it out or use clean
Time matters
We like to see these in the of�ice within a few days if there’s any question that something might still be in there. Patients that are at risk for infection frequently are put on antibiotics. If there’s something to get out, we numb the area to remove it.
simple act of plucking out a sliver of glass becomes a �ishing expedition.
Almost everyday a patient comes in with excruciating heel pain, after trying every tip found online and after spending hundreds of dollars in shoes and products that promise a solution for Plantar Fasciitis. The Central Massachusetts Podiatry doctors recorded a webinar to guide you through what really works and when it’s time to be seen by a specialist.
Before you google or buy anything for heel pain, watch this free webinar online at: https://bit.ly/HeelPainWebinar1 or scan the QR Code in the picture. Call us at 508-757-4003 for an appointment.
Central Massachusetts Podiatry PC
The doctors and surgeons go over exercises you can do at home to help with heel pain, best shoes to wear and to avoid, the difference between over the counter orthotics and custom orthotics, when a cortisone injection is advised and the new advanced treatments such as Shockwave Therapy.
in with excruciating heel pain, after trying every tip found online and after spending hundreds of dollars in shoes and products that promise a solution for Plantar Fasciitis. The Central Massachusetts Podiatry doctors recorded a webinar to guide you through what really works and when it’s time to be seen by a specialist. The doctors and surgeons go over exercises you can do at home to help with heel pain, best shoes to wear and to avoid, the difference between over the
If you wait 2-3 weeks, the wound can be healed up and the
Long story short: see a doctor or urgent care within a few days of the injury just to make sure. Call 508-757-4003 as we offer same-day visits for emergencies. This article was edited and condensed. Read the full feature at www.centralmasspodiatry.com/blog Central
Before you google or buy anything for heel pain, watch this free webinar online at: https://bit.ly/ HeelPainWebinar1 or scan the QR Code in the picture. Call us at 508-757-4003 for an appointment.
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Shrewsbury’s Gianna Boyers got her 500th kill this season. (Photo/Evan Walsh)
By Central Massachusetts Podiatry Team
Top:Westborough’s Nina Blumburg fights with a Minnechaug defender for the ball. The Rangers fell to Minnechaug on Nov. 4, 4-3.
Bottom: The Westborough Rangers celebrate after a goal by Blaire Fay (right). (Photos/Evan Walsh)
