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Westborough police works with Ellie Fund
The Westborough Police Department is once again collaborating with the Ellie Fund for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. (Photo/Westborough Police Department) WESTBOROUGH – October is Breast Cancer...
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Electric vehicle enthusiasts plug into expo in Westborough
Dozens of electric vehicles gathered at the Amazon parking lot on Otis Street for the “Get Charged Up” EV Expo on Oct. 15. The event was sponsored by Westborough Rotary. (Photo/Maureen Sullivan)...
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Fales school honors celebrated Westborough teacher
Teacher Annie Fales, top row, left, and her class at Westborough’s District 8 one-room schoolhouse c.1885. (Photo/Restored by Phil Kittredge) WESTBOROUGH – The first Annie E. Fales Elementary School...
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Westborough Town Meeting under way
Westborough’s Special Town Meeting convened on Oct. 17. Westborough’s Special Town Meeting is under way. “It’s nice to be back to almost normal,” said Town Moderator John Arnold. Benjamin Gold was...
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Schools ask more for out-of-district costs
Westborough High School Residents at Westborough’s Special Town Meeting have approved two articles asking for nearly $930,000 to pay for special education out-of-district costs. In the past year,...
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Westborough Town Meeting: Articles 8-14
Westborough Police Department is headquartered in the Forbes Municipal Building in town. (Photo/Dakota Antelman) Shelby Marshall of the Select Board presented Article 8, $21,838 to fund union contracts...
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Town Meeting adjourns after 18 articles
Drone photography shows a stretch of land near the water tower that the town is interested in purchasing. (Photo/Tami White) The Special Town Meeting adjourned for the night around 11:20 p.m. after...
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Westborough library project fails 2/3 vote
Plans to update the Westborough Public Library were on display during the Open House on Sept. 9. (Photo/Maureen Sullivan) WESTBOROUGH – The latest chapter on the library renovation project has closed –...
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Westborough to replace town seal
Westborough’s Town Seal It was announced during Special Town Meeting on Tuesday that Wendy Mickel will not be running for re-election as Town Clerk. Article 19 — Rescind Borrowing Authorization...
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Westborough’s Bock, Henderson receive Good Scout award
Amber Bock and Karen Henderson will receive the Good Scout Award. WESTBOROUGH – The Mayflower Council of the Boy Scouts of America will present its annual Westborough Good Scout Award to Westborough...
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Cyanobacteria advisory issued for Westborough’s Lake Chauncy
Lake Chauncy currently has an advisory. (Photo/Laura Hayes) WESTBOROUGH – A public health advisory has been issued after cyanobacteria was found in Lake Chauncy. Cyanobacteria is also known as...
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Fishman takes on Kane for 11th Worcester seat
Stephen Fishman is challenging Hannah Kane. REGION – Hannah Kane, a Republican who’s running for her fifth term as state representative for the 11th Worcester District, is running against Democrat...
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In-person early voting begins Oct. 22
Voters head to Precinct 2 in the Senior Center. (Photo/Laura Hayes) REGION – Early voting will take place from Oct. 22 to Nov. 4 for the Nov. 8 State Election. The deadline to register to vote for the...
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Donaghue, Hostage vie for new 19th Worcester seat
Jonathan Hostage and Kate Donaghue are running for the 19th Worcester. REGION – The Community Advocate is profiling the candidates running in the newly-formed 19th Worcester District, which includes...
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Design shelving firm takes over Shakour site on Route 9
The former Shakour on Route 9 has become the latest location for Rakks, an architectural shelving and design firm. (Photo/Maureen Sullivan) WESTBOROUGH – The building that once housed Shakour on Route...
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Select Board continues Westboro Mobil Class II license suspension
Westboro Mobil is located at 24 East Main Street. (Photo/Laura Hayes) WESTBOROUGH – Westboro Mobil’s license to sell used cars is hanging by a thread. After an extensive discussion on Oct. 11, the...
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Plan in the works to repair damage from fire at high school
The Westborough Fire Department shared this photo after it responded to the high school. (Photo/Westborough Fire Department) WESTBOROUGH – A small electrical fire on Sept. 8 resulted in water damage in...
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A ‘wicked’ glimpse into Westborough’s history
Local historian Anthony Vaver gives tour groups some guidance before starting the tour of “Wicked Westborough: Crime, Murder and Mayhem” on Oct. 20. He was dressed as Henry “Sneaks”...
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Westborough Library ponders next move in effort to fund expansion
Westborough Public Library sits on Main Street. (Photo/Laura Hayes) WESTBOROUGH – The future of the Westborough Public Library expansion and renovation may hinge on a citizen’s petition. During its...
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A sweet time at annual Trick or Treat in downtown Westborough
Faris Farm Flowers converted part of its store into a spooky scene with an “Alice in Wonderland” theme. It was a big hit with kids and adults alike at the annual Trick or Treat on Oct. 25....
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