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A community cornerstone’s hope: A reflection

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By Amanda Bernat Senior Library Assistant, Shrewsbury Public Library

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SHREWSBURY - Amanda Bernat, a Senior Library Assistant with the Shrewsbury Public Library, recently wrote this reflection on her thoughts as the library has been closed to the public for nearly four months.

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ast night I dreamt I was walking through my silent, sleeping town, past clustered neighborhoods and along empty sidewalks bordering dark storefronts. I walked until I came to a central intersection, a place normally overflowing with traffic but now equally still and vacant. A large building towered to the rear left of this eerie juncture, part past and part present. Though regal, it, too, was quiet and somber, parking lot deserted, lights dim. The building beckoned and a familiar excitement quickened through my veins as I crossed the street, but my heart sank as I approached the front door and

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COMMUNITYVIEWPOINT Letters to the Editor Vote for Perreault and Rogers for Northborough BOS

All views matter These are strange times indeed. Beyond the challenges of the pandemic, it seems that societal divides are deeper than ever. Often, today’s political and racial issues are escalated by a general lack of civility and understanding. In this age of social media, where everyone with a keyboard can push an agenda, it seems all the more important that we strive to understand before we respond and that we put empathy before aggression. It is not possible to arrive at middle ground without first understanding another person’s frame of reference.

There is a well-known quote by Robert Breault that sums up this thinking … “Eventually you realize that not all opposing views come from people who oppose you.”

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To the Editor: Jason Perreault and Scott Rogers are the candidates that I am voting for Northborough Selectmen on June 30, 2020.

The reason is simple. They are the two best qualified individuals to both direct and support the town administrator as we face the challenges of post pandemic living. It’s about the money. We have a $66 million dollar budget that is service driven. The less money, the less services. I want selectmen who understand this and have both the background and experience to insure the proper balance between providing

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and paying for the best services and programs available. The other 2 candidates may have other qualities or experiences that may lend themselves to other volunteer positions in town. Right now we need the fiscal chops of one former and one current Financial Planning Committee member. We don’t have the luxury of teaching/ training two novice selectmen at this time. Vote for experience, it matters!

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Vote for Rogers for Northborough BOS June 30 To the Editor: My name is Karen Scopetski.

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Letters | from page 3

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Scott, I knew I liked him. He is down to earth and sincere, while staying focused on the important things in life. He is dedicated to his family and to this community and is respected by all who know him.

One thing that stands out to me that evidences his exceptional character is the joy I saw on his face when he talked about his voluntary work as a mentor to high school students. He showed them the importance of volunteering and did so with enthusiasm for bettering the community.

In the last few years Scott has focused on town government. He was seeking his niche that would enable him to continue working on our town’s future to keep it as a wonderful place to raise a family and to allow the town to adapt to this everchanging environment we live in. We do not yet know what the future holds for us post-COVID, or what the new “normal” will be, but his calm and thoughtful demeanor is just what we need to help us get through this chaotic time.

I can not think of a better, more deserving person than Scott to take a seat on our Board of Selectman. I have no doubt that he will play a crucial role in the future of Northborough. I am thrilled to have the opportunity to provide him with a glowing recommendation for the position, and hope that you, too, will choose to vote for him.

Vintage car parade brings cheer to Westborough residents

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COMMUNITYNEWS Northborough delays town meeting, plans to move eventual gathering outside

By Dakota Antelman Contributing Writer NORTHBOROUGH - Facing constituent concerns over COVID-19, Northborough officials delayed and relocated the June 22 town meeting, scheduling the event for July 11 at 9 a.m. on the Algonquin Regional High School football field.

Town Moderator Fred George wrote via a public statement June 16 that the move aims to increase accessibility by allowing residents to attend and vote while minimizing their risk of coronavirus exposure.

“I issue this third declaration after careful consideration about the implications of the rapid spread of the disease, present lack of containment, and risk to the most vulnerable populations inherent with public gatherings at this time,” he said.

This is, as George said, the third time Northborough has delayed its meeting since the coronavirus hit in mid-March.

Town meeting originally would have taken place April 27 had officials not moved roughly a week ahead of time, to delay it to May 27.

As that May 27 date arrived, though, even with Massachusetts beginning to reopen, selectmen unanimously agreed to postpone again, settling on June 22 as a new date.

At the time, selectmen and town officials agreed Northborough should make every effort to actually meet in June particularly to pass a new town

budget before the next fiscal year starts July 1.

Some residents, however, saw things differently.

“This scenario does not account for our immune compromised town members, our elderly town members, and just town members in general like myself who are trying to follow guidelines,” one such resident, Sherry Clark, wrote in a Community Advocate letter to the editor earlier this month.

Others echoed her plea online.

“This seems like a disaster waiting to happen,” one member of the Northborough Community Group on Facebook said.

“I think we should probably wait,” another person noted.

George said he heard these concerns and factored them into his eventual decision to move outside.

“That seems to be the best solution,” he said. “It seems to be the best way to do it.”

According to current plans, residents will social distance at town meeting with at least six feet between one another with an option to scatter even more.

Beyond that, George anticipates the health department will station personnel at the microphones residents will use to ask questions and voice opinions during warrant article discussions. After each comment, George said, those Board of Health workers will quickly sanitize microphones themselves.

The town may also pass over articles deemed unnecessary as well, a move that other towns like Hudson have also taken in attempts to speed up their town meetings and minimize the duration of any possible exposure.

Still, there will be challenges.

“We have not done this before,” George said. “Our friend Mother Nature will have the final say on this through whether we have reasonable weather.”

As such, George noted he has already booked a rain date for the town meeting if storms mar July 11.

Weather aside, George said he’s also working with Algonquin grounds crews to determine how to gather a crowd on the football field without damaging it. As some neighboring communities have organized similar outdoor

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Algonquin does not boast such amenities.

“What can you put on the field?” he asked. “Things like that are a concern.”

Regardless of questions, George said he’s happy to have a new date for town meeting

and feels confident that he and his municipal colleagues will be able to organize the event in a safe and secure manner.

To read George’s full declaration, visit https://www. town.northborough.ma.us/ sites/northboroughma/files/ uploads/third_declaration_ of_recess_and_continuance_ of_2020_annual_town_meeting.pdf

Northborough to hold annual Town Election June 30 NORTHBOROUGH – Four candidates will be on the ballot for two seats on the Board of Selectmen in the Tuesday, June 30 Annual Town Election. Incumbent Jason Perreault will be challenged by Thomas Dalton, Lisa Maselli and Scott Rogers.

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tients at the now-closed Grafton State Hospital. As a preteen, he bought his first guitar and instruction manual for $15 at Worcester’s Kmart.

“I play mostly by ear,” he explained. “If I wanted to read sheet music, it would be like a second-grader trying to read the newspaper.”

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While in college, he performed folk music with a trio called Jump-Leg Jubilee at venues in Cambridge, Holden, Worcester and Biddeford, Maine. They each played acoustic guitar initially, and ultimately added other instruments.

Kuras added the mandolin and harmonica.

“Figuring out who we were musically was a great learning experience,” he recalled. “It’s intimidating to go onstage for the first time by yourself. None of us was alone; we relied on each other.”

Kuras was able to refocus on his musical interests after retiring from work and ending a 30-year stint volunteering for Grafton’s youth baseball teams, In 2013, he became a self-taught banjo player.

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“The banjo intrigued me because it’s a laidback instrument,” noted Kuras, now nicknamed Banjo Joe. “You just pluck and strum – and it’s a good way to relax.”

His CD titled “Reflections of a Common Man” was released in 2017.

With his current collection of four banjos and a repertoire of about 200 songs, he felt it was time to perform in public more regularly. A favorite venue where he has performed is the Grafton Country Store with its adjoining Cones on the Common. He has also entertained at the annual Grafton Celebrates the Holidays.

In April 2018, Kuras began monthly shows at Marlborough’s Christopher Heights, where his mother-in-law resided. In May 2018, he started his monthly stint at Whitinsville’s St Camillus Health Center, where a cousin works. Although his mother-in-law passed away in March 2019, he maintained his commitment to making musical visits to the residents and patients.

“I pick out songs that I think they will enjoy – and they do,” he said. “It seems like no matter what I play, they enjoy it. I have fun playing for them and they appreciate it, so I kept going back.”

Kuras was rehearsing songs in February that he chose to play at his March performances.

Then the pandemic restrictions took effect. He decided to livestream his show online and made it available to the facilities.

“When the time comes, I assume I’ll go back and play inperson again,” he said. “It will be nice to go back and pick up where I left off.”

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WHS student takes action for environmental health

By Caroline White Contributing Writer WESTBOROUGH - Westborough High School has its very own climate change activist!

Bridget Lord is an ambitious and dedicated junior who works with both local and international groups fighting for environmental health. After years of interest in this cause, last summer she decided to take action.

I have always been involved in Girl Scouts… A big part of Girl Scouts is about being outside and appreciating nature,” Lord said. “In late July 2019, I heard about the climate strikes that were going to be in September, and I realized that there wasn’t going to be one in Massachusetts, so I thought I needed to plan one. Then Boston Climate Strike popped up so we started working together.”

Lord is involved in four groups: two local, and two international. Locally, she is the Founder and General Coordinator of Fridays for Future Massachusetts, and on the Policy Team of Boston Climate Strike. She also works with Polluters Out and Fridays for Future International, which include members from all around the world. She dedicates hours to these groups discussing and planning with other members and has attended numerous events such as strikes and community service days in order to take action.

“The December 6 Boston Climate Strike was probably my favorite,” Lord recalled.

“We didn’t have much time to plan it so we knew we wouldn’t be having as many people, but it was a lot more energy I think.

Everyone who was there was so much more motivated, and talking to the legislatures after was great.”

In addition to speaking with the state legislature, Lord has had the opportunity to collaborate with Bernie Sanders’s team. They met with Fridays For Future Massachusetts to discuss how they could work with the environmental activism group and talked about Sanders’s presidential campaign views on climate change.

“They helped us create a video about the Green New Deal,” Lord added.

The Green New Deal is an important aspect of Fridays For Future Massachusetts’s cause.

Essentially, the group wants the economy to transfer so that workers are protected and

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more jobs are created that are environmentally friendly. They also want to be rid of fossil fuel infrastructure.

“We all know that fossil fuels are hurting the environment, so why would we keep using them?” Lord asked.

Recently, Lord had the chance to work with Swedish environmental activist Greta Thunberg through Fridays For

Future International. The two have joined forces to create webinars on various areas of focus within the issue of climate change. Fridays for Future International has been holding these online talks every Friday in place of the strikes that have been prevented due to the COVID-19 pandemic. These webinars feature different speakers, such as Naomi Klein,

and are streamed publically on YouTube and Facebook.

Lord encourages everyone to exercise their right to vote.

“A lot of people can vote and don’t understand the power of their vote, especially living in Massachusetts. You might think ‘Oh, we live in a blue state my vote doesn’t matter anyway.’ And educate yourself before you vote definitely.”

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Residents show support for Westborough Police Department Rally | from page 1

By Bonnie Adams Managing Editor WESTBOROUGH – Several dozen people gathered in front of the Forbes Municipal building June 20 to hold a peaceful vigil as a way to

show support for the town’s police department. Holding signs and American flags, the message many said, was that they wanted to emphasize their support for the Westborough Police Department (WPD) in particular but that their vigil should not be con-

sidered a protest against the Black Lives Matter (BLM) rallies being held throughout the country, including in Westborough itself.

Andy Toorock, the organizer of the event, noted that there were two reasons he felt compelled to organize

Shrewsbury Planning Board continues open public hearing on zoning bylaws

By Melanie Petrucci Senior Community Reporter SHREWSBURY – The Planning Board has kept a public hearing open on the Town Center Zoning District’s four zoning bylaw articles that are contained in the warrant which was signed by the Board of Selectmen June 9.

Articles 31 to 34 which are specific to the Town Center Zoning District can be viewed as a block, according to Town Planner Bernie Cahill, as they work to support the emergence

of the town center as a district.

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The article is creation of the district which includes setbacks, sidewalks, roads and design of the buildings.

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lines by converts the current limited business district and to the Town Center District.

The Planning Board’s next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, July 9. Emailed comments are encouraged and may be sent to elarson@ shrewsburyma.gov. or mailed to the Planning Board at 100 Maple Ave., Shrewsbury, Mass. 01545.

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the vigil.

“It’s something that should be done,” he said.

“Ninety nine percent [of police officers] are nice people, working hard and doing their jobs.”

“And imagine if we didn’t have police in a place like Boston,” he added.

Denzil Drewry, a former Westborough selectman, noted that he felt it important as well to come to the gathering and visibly show his support for the WPD. “I support all police, especially here in Westborough,” he said. “They do an amazing job, putting their lives on the line every day.”

Although several people had noted on a Facebook page that they were against the vigil, only one man showed up to protest.

Robert Shine stood off to the side of the gathering, silently holding a sign that said in part “Abolish Police” and “Black Lives Matter.”

He decided to attend the event as a protest, he said,

because he felt the “Blue Lives Matter” (in support of police) was an unnecessary response to the Black Live Matter protests. Showing support for the police was a way, he said, that did not acknowledge police brutality and systemic racism.

“Law enforcement has failed and we need to think of new ways to fund police departments,” he said.

Tari Shea said she and her husband Tom came out to show their thanks for the Westborough police.

“We have had many encounters with them and they have always been kind and professional,” she said. “They are the best.”

Laura Doherty noted that although she decided to come to the event, she was supportive of the police and the BLM movement.

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TD Garden president meets virtually with Corridor 9/495 BFF group WESTBOROUGH – Each month (except during the summer) the Corridor 9/495 Regional Chamber of Commerce’s Business Forward Females (BFF) group hosts a luncheon for nearly 100 local women leaders from a wide range of industries. During the pandemic, they of course have not been able to meet in person but have done so instead via Zoom. On June 9, the group held their monthly meeting with a special guest speaker, Amy Latimer, the president of Boston’s TD Garden.

Latimer worked for the Boston Bruins and TD Garden in several different capacities before becoming president in 2012. In her current role, she is responsible for all dayto-day operating functions of the nearly 20,000 seat TD Garden, the largest sports and entertainment arena in New England.

Latimer and her team now find themselves in a unique position during the pandemic.

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Although saddened by the cancellations, Latimer noted that “this too shall pass” and the Garden will once again host fans eager to see their favorite teams play and artists performing in concert. And when that time comes, the Garden will be ready, she promises, with up to date safety measures in place.

“I spend a lot of time looking at new technology,” she said.

“We have to be sure the arena is clean and safe. We are looking at destination elevators, very few paper tickets, and concession stands will that just use credit cards and no cash.”

Sports will most likely start in late 2020 with no fans in attendance and then slowly allowed back in over several phases.

“Our biggest challenge,” she acknowledged, “will be getting the customer’s confidence again.”

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“She was outspoken and driven,” Latimer said. “She always said ‘don’t pretend to be something that you’re not.’”

Lessons learned while she was a student-athlete who was the captain of the women’s basketball team at the University of Rhode Island also helped shape who she is, Latimer said.

“I learned about the importance of teamwork especially on a team you didn’t choose, and the importance of setting goals,” she said.

And in her career, she said she “always raised her hand” to apply for jobs that were “clearly over my head.”

“If you know at least 75 percent of a job, you can figure out the rest,” she added. “Work hard and show people your willingness.”

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In May the Rotary funded a Dunkin Donut gift card appreciation give away to local “Meals on Wheels” drivers.

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peeked around the “Closed” sign into the darkened lobby beyond. Before giving up, I gave a half-hearted tug at the front door, and, to my surprise, it sprang open, urging me forward and inside. Unable to resist, I crossed one threshold, then another, each set of doors closing firmly behind.

The space was familiar, yet I couldn’t quite place it, couldn’t remember exactly where I was or when I’d last been there — it felt like an eternity, another lifetime, an ancient age before everything “now” had come to be — yet somehow, I knew that it had only been a few months.

I moved into the shadowed entryway, received by an expansive front desk and glass display case. Monthsold newspapers covered the desk, while the empty case whispered of vivid, bygone exhibits and carefully curated collections. Walking on, I sensed traces of the welcoming smiles, patient voices, eager eyes, and warm conversations that once emanated from both

The main desk in the empty library

sides. And I knew without a doubt that this was a singular place, a remarkable space that welcomed, empowered, and brimmed with possibility, a destination that varied depending on the day, the need, and the individual.

I proceeded down a wide hallway, feet soundless against the tiled floor, night sky visible high above where the ceiling soared and far beyond through striking glass doors. High-top tables cut a spectral, central

line, a stark contrast to former crowds — students studying, friends visiting, families snacking, tutors teaching, event and meeting attendees arriving and departing. I peered into a large room, where tables were positioned six feet apart around the periphery, echoes of staff who last occupied the space — together-thoughapart — planning and pondering, working and worrying. A lone plant perched on the far windowsill, forlorn yet deter-

minedly flourishing, sole survivor in an area ordinarily full, vibrant, and bustling.

Across the hall, a windowlined room brimmed with dim reminders of a former normal, when the area was routinely filled with vivacious teens.

Wandering through beautiful, spacious rooms, I explored extensive shelves, grazed spines, scanned titles, breathed in the rich, earthy aroma of paper, and recalled how any item could have been “mine” for an hour, an afternoon, an evening, or more, realized that it wasn’t just the things that made this place so special, vital, and inimitable, but the people. It was the enthusiastic staff, legendary leaders, passionate volunteers, generous supporters, dedicated patrons, chance visitors, new members, and casual browsers who gave it life, personality, purpose, and narrative.

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“The families are a little different but I guess we all thought about how much more we are all spending on food and wanted to relieve a little of the stress these families must be feeling.”

On June 12 Arthur Dobson, senior member of the Shrewsbury Rotary Club and Owen Russell, incoming club president, presented 120 gift cards, each in the amount of $25, to each of the staff at the Shrewsbury Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

“On behalf of the Rotary Club of Shrewsbury we just want to recognize the Shrewsbury Nursing Home for your extraordinary efforts during COVID-19,” Russell said as he presented the gift cards.

“We were looking for ways to recognize people that have been out on the front lines and have been working hard during this pandemic and we want to make sure you know that you are appreciated for your efforts,” “It was nice to be recognized by the community, especially

the nursing homes that sometimes weren’t being recognized during the covid…the staff will appreciate this gift,” Shrewsbury Nursing and Rehabilitation Center Administrator Suzanne Gauthier said.

The timing couldn’t have been better, Gauthier noted, as June 14-21 was Certified Nursing Assistant Appreciation Week.

“The Rotary Club motto is ‘service above self’ and this is exemplified by what we are doing for the Shrewsbury Nursing Home,” noted Dobson.

Meanwhile, the club also helped support Shrewsbury High School families facing food insecurity, in part, because of the uncertainty of the times.

Just like the Shrewsbury Nursing home, McSweeney remarked that they gave each of the 45 families a $25 gift card from a local grocery store as well.

Gift cards were also presented to the people preparing and delivering the food in appreciation for their work.

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Senior Troop 30506 recently completed their “Think like a Programmer Journey.”

The girls explored how programmers use computational thinking to solve problems.

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Junior Troop 30634 has been meeting weekly via Zoom video calls. These girls have been enjoying the social time while also working on badges such as Musician and Outdoor Art Explorer.

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off the year working on the “GIRLtopia Journey” which had the girls develop their vision of an ideal world. As hosts of the annual Girl Scout dance, they began planning and created a GIRL Power inspired dance playlist for their Troupe Performer badge. Unfortunately, due to COVID-19 the Girl Scout dance was cancelled but will hopefully be held at a later date. The troop continues to meet via Zoom and has hosted a guest speaker and participated in a virtual scavenger hunt.

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St. Mary’s Credit Union donates additional $10,000 to food banks MARLBOROUGH - St. Mary’s Credit Union has made a second $10,000 donation to the United Way of Tri County’s Food Bank, to assist those in need during the COVID-19 Pandemic.

“St. Mary’s Credit Union continues in their commitment to be here for our members and the communities we serve. The need at both of the United Way of Tri-County’s two food banks, the Marlborough Community Cupboard and the Pearl Street Cupboard & Café in Framingham, is so high right now; we put together a program to support our communities,” said Nicole Curtin, Senior Vice President, Marketing for St. Mary’s Credit Union.

On April 17, St. Mary’s committed to donate $250 for every mortgage closing through June 30. This second $10,000 donation brought the total to $20,000.

Left: (l to r) Heather Pedersen, Mortgage Originator, St. Mary’s Credit Union; Tom Seymour, Board of Directors, St. Mary’s Credit Union; Barbara LaGrenade, Director of Marlborough Community Cupboard, United Way of Tri-County; Maria Penniman, Vice President, Retail Services, St. Mary’s Credit Union; Billy Castillo, AVP, Branch Manager, St. Mary’s Credit Union

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Ambassador Troop 30125 has been working on the “Justice Journey.” The girls have investigated global environmental issues and created their own visions for change.

In addition, some girls attended Dr. Martha Gach’s presentation, “Talking Local Climate: How You Can Help!” at the library and also helped with the Westborough Earth Day Clean Up. This year, five Westborough Girl Scouts earned their Gold Award and 13 earned their Silver Award. Gold Award recipients are Holly

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In addition, three of Westborough’s troop leaders were recently honored with the Volunteer of Excellence Award: Lisa Whitney-Scott, Ana Russo and Katie Chiarelli. Historically award winners are

acknowledged at the annual Bridging Ceremony, however, this year the award recipients received flowers and posters delivered to their homes.

The Girl Scouts’ textile collection drives will resume Saturday, May 30, and continue on the last Saturday of each month at Westborough High School, 90 W. Main St., from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Follow Westborough Girl Scouts Textile Recycling on Facebook for more information.

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Veterans will be allowed to place flags on Westborough’s rotary

By Jennifer Grybowski Contributing Writer WESTBOROUGH - The Board of Selectmen recently considered a request from the Veterans’ Advisory Board to put flags on the rotary June 27 through July 4 in celebration of Independence Day. Selectman Shelby Marshall said she realized the rotary was customary in placing the flags, but noted that people had been using the space recently to express their political beliefs. She wondered if some of the flags would inadvertently get damaged by demonstrators, and suggested maybe they should be placed in front of the Forbes Municipal Building instead.

After some discussion, selectmen decided to allow the veterans to use two of the four quadrants of the rotary - allowing demonstrators to face eastbound and westbound on the rotary - and complete use of the lawn in front of the Forbes Municipal Building.

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By Liz Nolan Contributing Writer NORTHBOROUGH - Experience, expertise and quality treatment is what patients can expect at Dr. Novikov Wellness and Skin Care. The practice, founded by Dr. Mikhail Novikov, is located at 318 Main Street, Suite 165, in Northborough, and welcomes new patients as it adheres to the continued strict protocols and guidelines set by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) during the COVID-19 pandemic.

“The office is a safe environment,” said Novikov. “Patient screenings are conducted to minimize possible exposure to COVID-19 and we have adapted to all safety protocols while providing quality care.”

During the last few months, the health care team quickly

Dr. Novikov Wellness and Skin Care staff

adapted to new technology changes, such as offering telemedicine and video conferencing.

Novikov and his staff offer full body skin exams and surgical dermatology treatments, such as skin tag, lipoma and cyst removal. In addition, he provides wound care, which is often delivered directly to patients residing in long term care and nursing home facilities.

He would like to be the first call patients make for skin problems as he can address non-urgent skin concerns at his office, which has updated diagnostic equipment for early detection of pre-cancer lesions.

The providers are committed to identifying and treating precancerous lesions before it becomes skin cancer. If necessary, he will quickly refer patients to specialists and facilitate hospital care

and surgery.

“If I don’t have enough experience, I will refer the patient to the proper specialist,” he said. “I will not pretend to know something. We are interested in the overall outcome.”

Since the Northborough office opened in November 2018, the main focus of the practice continues to be quality based and not revenue based. It also provides the patient with convenience and cost savings.

He emphasized his practice can see patients quickly in comparison to the waits a dermatologist or general surgeon office may have. An emergency room visit and a higher copay can also be avoided by patients who make their first stop at Dr. Novikov Wellness and Skin Care.

Novikov offers two key points of advice. Preventative skin

checks are important and as summer approaches, sunscreen is important.

“Protecting yourself from the sun is a long term investment in your health,” he said. “Sun exposure will result in sun damage.

The damage won’t be seen right away. It may take 10-20 years.”

Novikov uses a multi-disciplinary approach to address a patient as a whole. Aspects that might have led to the condition, including diet, type of bed, and overall living environment are all considered. This nonstandard approach leads to better outcomes.

More information on all the services offered can be found at www.northborodoctor.com or follow the practice’s Facebook page. The office can be called directly at 508936-1657 or email admin@ drnovikov.com.

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COMMUNITYOBITUARIES In the June 19 issue of the Community Advocate the photos of Nanette (Veitch) Riddell and Joan M. Misener were inadvertently switched.

We apologize for that error.

Nanette Riddell, 90 MARLBOROUGH - Nanette (Veitch) Riddell, 90, of Marlborough, died June 9, 2020 at UMass Memorial Medical Center. She was the wife of the late Robert S. Riddell, who died in 1968.

She leaves two daughters, Sandra P. Riddell of Marlborough, with whom she lived, and Lorilee Strom and her husband Richard of Plymouth; two grandchildren, Mark Strom of Plymouth and Daniel Strom with his partner Megan of Sandwich; and relatives in Scotland.

Funeral services will be private. There are no calling hours. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Collins Funeral Home of Marlborough.

Joan M. Misener, 86 SOUTHBOROUGH - Joan M. (D’Amico) Misener, 86, of Southborough, passed away peacefully June 4, 2020 after a battle with cancer. She was the beloved wife of 57 years of the late John C. Misener, who died in 2012.

She is survived by her children, Donna Domina and her husband Peter, Ellen Bridges, Peter Misener and his wife Judy, all of Northborough; her brothers, Alfred D’Amico and his wife Kathleen of Hudson, Fla. and Michael D’Amico and his wife Linda of Merritt Island, Fla.; her sisters-in-law, Bea Ginga of Southborough, Margaret Bateman of Bellingham, and Josephine Williams of Clinton; her grandchildren, Jessica Himmelman and her husband Brian, Melissa Domina, Shane Domina, Ashley Misener, all of Northborough, Angela Dubowik and her husband Zachary of Auburn, John Misener of Costa Mesa, Calif., and Lily Misener of Allston; her

great-grandchildren, Madison and Brady Himmelman, Trey Morgado, and Cameron Domina; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by her daughter, Pamela Misener; her brother, Pasquale “Pat” and his wife Rita, and a son-in-law, Paul Bridges.

Visiting hours held June 8 at Morris Funeral Home of Southborough. Her funeral Mass was private with a burial at Southborough Rural Cemetery.

James J. Ricciuti, 81

May 29, 1938 - May 28, 2020 MARLBOROUGH - James Joseph Ricciuti, 81, passed away peacefully in his wife’s arms at their Florida home hours before his 82nd birthday. He was predeceased by his parents, Eva and Joseph Ricciuti; his son, James Scott Ricciuti, who was a popular local musician; and his sister, Frances Ramaskwich.

He leaves his wife of 26 years, Irene; his sister, Mary Duca, and brother Paul and wife Barbara; a son, Christopher and wife Patty; a daughter, Lisa Carman and husband Bill; Scott’s partner, Maro Eremyan; stepsons Mark Bjorkland and wife Mabel and Daniel Bjorkland; and nine grandchildren.

A memorial service and celebration of life will be held in Norwich, Conn. when COVID-19 restrictions are lifted.

Broward Burial & Cremation of Florida is assisting with arrangements.

Guy R. Wills, 74 SHREWSBURY - Guy R. Wills, 74, of Shrewsbury, passed away peacefully March 13, 2020 at UMass Medical Center, surrounded by his family, after a courageous battle with cancer. Guy was born Aug. 23, 1945 in Teaneck, N.J., one of two sons to the late John and Anne (Murray) Wills.

Guy is survived by his wife of 31 years, Christine A. (Michalak) Wills; two granddaughters, Alyssa Brescia and her husband Alec of Shrewsbury and Hannah Parke of Shrewsbury; a great-grandson,

Hunter Brescia; and a greatgranddaughter, Isabella Brescia. He is also survived by his brother, John “Jack” Wills and his wife Sandra of New Jersey; four nephews, Jack Wills and his wife Audrey, James Wills and his wife Lori, all of New Jersey, James Paradise and his wife Mandie of Rochdale, and Jason Cronin of Spencer; a niece, Stephanie Paradise of Kissimmee, Fla.; three great-nephews, Trent Wills and Tucker Wills and his wife Heidi, all of New Jersey, and Carlos Perez of Rochdale; and a great-niece, Destinee Perez of Rochdale. Guy was predeceased by his son, John Parke, who passed away in 2019.

A funeral Mass for Guy was held June 17 at St. Anne’s Church of Shrewsbury, with private burial at Mountain View Cemetery held privately at a later time. The Mercadante Funeral Home & Chapel of Worcester assisted with arrangements.

Sr. Marie Dugas, 99 A Sister of St. Anne

MARLBOROUGH - Sr. Marie Dugas (Sr. M. Francis), 99, a Sister of St. Anne, died of natural causes June 11, 2020 in Beaumont Health and Rehabilitation Center in Worcester. Born in Lynn, she was the second child of six born to Albert and Marie (Bonin) Dugas.

Well into her 90s, Sr. Marie continued religious programs for women. Despite health impediments, she continued to be of community service to the Sisters at the convent in Marlboro and remained a participant in community events and meetings.

Sr. Marie was predeceased by her parents and five siblings, Norman Dugas, Constance (Dugas) Houde, Jeannette (Dugas) Roderick, Albert Dugas, and Louise (Dugas) Jodoin.

She leaves to grieve nieces, nephews and extended family, friends and colleagues, her dear SSA friends and caregivers, Sr. Caroline Plante and Sr. Ines Almeida, and her larger family of the Sisters of St. Anne.

In accord with current restrictions due to the pandemic, burial services are private. A Memorial service will be held

at a later date. Collins Funeral Home of Marlborough is assisting with arrangements.

Doris M. Hobbs, 91 NORTHBOROUGH - Doris M . (Wo o d cock) Hobbs, 91, passed away peacefully at her home June 14, 2020, while surrounded by the love of her family. She was the loving wife of 69 years to Carlton R. “Bob” Hobbs.

In addition to her husband, Bob, Doris is survived by two daughters, Judith M. Shooter and her husband Martin of Danvers and Susan D. Mikels of Hudson; four grandchildren, Gordon Noyes IV and his fiancé Catherine Walicki, Tara Amendola and her husband Dana, Eric Noyes and his wife Denise, and Jennifer Cotting and her husband Brian; two great-granddaughters, Abigail Noyes and Elizabeth Cotting, and a great-grandson, Matthew Amendola, all whom she adored; and many nieces and nephews. Doris’s four siblings, Floyd Woodcock, Barbara Doherty – Buchner, June Hopper, and Lois Jones, and a son-in-law, Robert Mikels, preceded her in death.

Funeral services were private, and Doris was laid to rest in Howard Street Cemetery. Hays Funeral Home of Northborough assisted with arrangements.

Barbara J. Ackley, 90 NORTHBOROUGH - Barbara J. Ackley, 90, passed away peacefully June 13, 2020 at the Carlyle House in Framingham, with members of her loving family by her side. She was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Glenn E. Ackley, who passed away in 2009.

Barbara is survived by her six loving children, Thomas Ackley of Northborough, Brian Ackley and his wife Beth of Cumberland, R.I., Keith Ackley and his wife Mary of Southborough, Janet Ackley of Westborough, Robert Ackley and his wife Mandy of Southborough, and Lauren Fawell and her husband Stephen of Framingham; 13 grandchildren whom she adored, Matthew, William, Sarah, Elizabeth, James, Glenn, Jeffrey, Victoria, Christopher, Robert, Rachael, Stephanie, and Amanda; and six greatgrandchildren. Barbara also leaves one sister, Doris Heath of Southborough, and many loving nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her siblings, Everett Day, Earl Day, Winifred Ewing, Robert Day, Marion Ford, and Sylvia Warren, and her step-sister, Shirley Beatty.

Services and burial at this time will be private for the family. A time to gather in remembrance and to celebrate Barbara’s life will be planned for a future date, once social gathering restrictions have been relaxed. Hays Funeral Home of Northborough is assisting with arrangements.

POLICELOG 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.

Marlborough

Friday, June 12 12:02 a.m. Arrested, Allison Kathryn Palladini, 35, of 92 Dodge Rd., Sutton, for disorderly conduct, resist arrest, disturbing the peace.

Sunday, June 14 8:15 p.m. Arrested, Michael J. Cole, 55, homeless, on warrant.

8:52 p.m. Arrested, Jesus Omar Pizarro Osorio, 36, of 450 Boston Post Road East, Apt. A514, Marlborough, for OUIliquor or .08%, marked lanes violation.

Northborough

Saturday, June 13 11:12 p.m. Arrested, Michelle A. Gerardi, 46, of 44 Green St., Northborough, for negligent operation of motor vehicle, OUI-liquor or .08%, marked lanes violation.

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