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Lake Williams Boardwalk in Marlborough opens May 6

Mayor J. Christian Dumais has announced that the Lake Williams Boardwalk will open on Monday, May 6, at noon.

Shrewsbury MBTA zoning vote pushed until fall

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At a specially scheduled meeting on May 2, the Select Board unanimously moved to push the town’s vote on MBTA zoning to later in the year.

Work on community center moves forward as project manager named

The Select Board awarded the bid for owner’s project manager to CHA Consulting during its meeting on April 9.
Work to remove lead paint in Hudson’s town hall was set to begin on Aug. 16. (Photo/Dakota Antelman)

Town Meeting to consider 6 citizens’ petitions

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When the Annual Town Meeting convenes on Monday, May 6, residents will consider six citizens’ petitions, five of which have to do with the MBTA.

Florence N. Freitas, 88, of Marlborough

Florence N Freitas, 88, of Marlborough, MA passed away Wednesday, May 1, 2024. “Flo” was born in Cambridge, a daughter of the late John and Nora Sutherland.

PHOTOS: Fields of Daffodils at Tower Hill

Thousands of daffodils were in bloom as part of New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill’s Field of Daffodils.

Learn to photograph flowers with Northborough Garden Club

The Northborough Garden Club will be hosting a presentation entitled “How to Photograph Flowers” on May 4 at 1 p.m.
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Black bears sighted in and around Westborough

Westborough's Animal Control officer is reporting that at least one black bear has been sighted in the area.

Classifieds May 3, 2024

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Marlborough Hudson May 3, 2024

In this weeks edition read Boys & Girls Club kicks off 80th anniversary celebration. First look at proposed housing for Lizotte Drive.

Community Advocate May 3, 2024

In this week's edition read Shrewsbury Little League marks Opening Day with parade. Work on community center project manager named.

Northborough candidates make their case for election

The Community Advocate reached out to candidates in contested races for Planning Board and School Committees for the May 14 election.

Northborough Candidate Statement – School Committee – Gigi Lisa Howell

I would love the opportunity as a committee member to bring my unique talents and experience to the table to assist in collaborating ...

Northborough Candidate Statement – School Committee – Kelly Guenette (Incumbent)

I’ve had the privilege for the past 6 years serving on the School Committee to help make our schools a place where students feel included ...

Emergency shelter at Sharp Building in Westborough opens

The Sharp Building at 290 Lyman St. has opened as an Emergency Assistance Shelter on May 1, according to a press release from the town. 

Northborough Candidate Statement – School Committee – Lauren Bailey-Jones (Incumbent)

I’m seeking re-election for Northborough’s School Committee to ensure our schools continue to provide a high level of education and ...

Northborough Candidate Statement – Planning Board – Anthony Ziton (Incumbent)

I'm running for reelection to the Planning Board to continue representing the desires of the residents, enforce our established bylaws, ...

Northborough Candidate Statement – Planning Board – Kerri Martinek (Incumbent)

I'm running for re-election to the Planning Board because I love this town and I want it to be a place where people want to raise ...

Northborough Candidate Statement – Regional School Committee – Christopher Lacasse

My main goal is to make sure that Algonquin maintains a level of excellence that members of the town expect, and look for ways to improve upon that.

Northborough Candidate Statement – Regional School Committee – Gigi Lisa Howell

I would love the opportunity as a committee member to bring my unique talents and experience to the table to assist in collaborating with the current team.