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Westborough Library hosts kindergarten pep rally

By Kate Tobiasson, Contributing Writer Children’s LibrarianHannah Gavalis held a Kindergarten Pep Rally Aug. 14 at the Westborough Public LibraryPhotos/Kate Tobiasson Westborough – Eager faces looked...

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French retires from Air Force in ceremony at Pentagon

Congressman James McGovern with Colonel Brent French Westborough – Westborough resident Colonel Brent E. French was honored for his service in the US. Air Force during a retirement ceremony held for...

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Malloy to step down as Westborough Town Manager

Will serve in that capacity in Lexington By Bonnie Adams, Managing Editor James MalloyTown of Westborough website Westborough – After nearly 10 years as Westborough’s Town Manager, James Malloy plans...

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Muslim-American Girl Scout uses Gold Award project to share her heritage

By Nance Ebert, Contributing Writer Aliza MajidPhoto/submitted Westborough – Growing up as a Muslim American, Aliza Majid has encountered harassment. She knows deep down, most people are kind and...

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Dennis R. Brady, 78, of Westborough

Westborough – Dennis R. Brady, 78, of Westborough, passed away Aug. 19, 2018 at the Westborough Healthcare Center. He was the husband of Marilyn M. (Freel) Brady for 44 years. Born in Worcester, he was...

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Mary K. Gillis, 82, of Westborough

Westborough – Mary K. Gillis, 82, of Westborough, passed away Aug. 19, 2018 at home. She was the wife of the late Donald M. Gillis. Born in Pittsfield, she was the daughter of the late Angus and Alice...

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Westborough student making strides to protect the environment in her community

By Nance Ebert, Contributing Writer Victoria Helle gives a presentation about her website at the Westborough Library.Photo/submitted Westborough – As the president of the Environmental Club at...

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Avola’s passion for hockey and social media leads to position with Railers

By Christine Beauchaine, Contributing Writer Jacqueline AvolaPhoto/submitted Westborough – The Roman philosopher Seneca said, “Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity.” This saying...

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Student-athlete Rangers ‘give back’ to local community

By Nance Ebert, Contributing Writer Bethany Woodcock (left) and Julia FrenchPhotos/Nance Ebert Westborough – About 200 student athletes gathered at Westborough High School for their annual Rangers Give...

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Westborough police log, Aug. 31 edition

Westborough Wednesday, Aug. 8 7:13 a.m. Rev Thomas Hooker Rd. Disturbance (general). 11:36 a.m. Lyman St. Accident – hit & run. 1:49 a.m. Cooks St. Threats made. 6:52 p.m. Turnpike Rd. Suspicious...

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Arthur H. Lerit, PhD, 73, of Westborough

Westborough – Arthur H. Lerit, PhD, 73, of Westborough, passed away peacefully Aug. 26, 2018 after a period of failing health. His wife of 45 years, Mary E. Lerit, passed away in October 2016. Arthur...

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Daniel M. Cusson, 71, of Westborough

Westborough – Daniel M. Cusson, 71, of Westborough, died Aug. 25, 2018 at the UMass/Memorial Healthcare-University Hospital after a brief illness. Born in Worcester, he was the son of the late Homer...

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Westborough’s new children’s librarian brings a breath of fresh air

By Kate Tobiasson, Contributing Writer Children’s Librarian Hannah Gavalis. Photo Submitted Westborough – If you’ve stopped by the Children’s Room at the Westborough Public Library lately, you’ve...

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Shir Joy Chorus seeks new singers

Shir Joy ChorusPhoto/submitted Westborough – The Shir Joy Chorus, central Massachusetts’ Jewish Community Chorus, is seeking new singers for its winter concert in February. Open rehearsals will be held...

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Westborough Woman’s Club to hold kickoff potluck dinner

Westborough – The Westborough Woman’s Club will begin the new season with a kickoff potluck dinner Saturday, Sept. 11, at 6 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 17 Willow St., Westborough. The guest...

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Westborough resident races to support NEADS

By Kate Tobiasson, Contributing Writer Melanie BorglundPhoto/submitted Westborough – A strong heart and a generous spirit are needed to run over seven miles in the August heat to raise money for a...

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Tufts Machine Co. – Westborough family-owned business leaves a legacy of over...

By Bonnie Adams, Managing Editor The Tufts building, 1940Photos/courtesy Tufts Family Westborough – For just over 100 years, Tufts Machine Co. was located on East Main Street, employing over 50 people...

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Vera E. Jodrey, 89, of Westborough

Westborough – Vera E. Jodrey, 89, of Westborough, passed away Aug. 24, 2018. Her husband, Robert M. Jodrey, passed away in April 2010. Vera was born in Fitchburg, a daughter of William W. and Gena...

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Katherine D. Van Deventer, 91, of Westborough

Westborough – Katherine D. Van Deventer, 91, of Westborough, previously of The Willows in Worcester, passed away peacefully Sept. 7, 2018 at the Beaumont Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Center. She...

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Badenhausen left his mark on WYFS

Westborough – After 22 years as the head of Westborough Youth and Family Services (WYFS), John Badenhausen has retired as director of the department. During his tenure, Badenhausen often worked with...

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