SNAP POLL: Massachusetts Republicans Say Ryan Will Energize Campaign
An overwhelming majority of influential Republicans from Massachusetts say Mitt Romney's choice of running mate, Paul Ryan, will galvanize the state GOP. That’s the finding of a Red Commonwealth Snap...
View ArticlePolice Log: Mother-Son Trouble; OUI Arrest; Waterflow Alarm
Incidents, Saturday, Aug. 11 11:48 a.m.: Medical call on West Main Street 12:37 p.m.: Waterflow alarm on Beeman Road 1:12 p.m.: Alarm investigation on Forbes Road 6:06 p.m.: Female standing in the...
View Article5 Things: IHOP's Opening Soon; Study Skills Workshop; Harvest Helps
Our morning column, 5 Things You Need to Know, provides you with information that can help you plan your day and give you some fodder for water cooler conversations. 1. The Open Space Committee meets...
View ArticleMassachusetts Dems Say Ryan's Budget Plans Will Hurt GOP
Massachusetts Democrats believe that with Rep. Paul Ryan on the Romney ticket, Democrats can win by running against Ryan's existing budget plans, particularly his proposal for Medicare. In a Blue...
View ArticleWoman Who Lost House Still Looks to Home 6 Cats
Last week, a local woman, Sandra Sardam, made the move to senior housing. She lost her home on East Main Street, where she had lived for decades, to foreclosure. Like many, Sardam has pets. In fact,...
View ArticleDon't Be Out of the Loop
You likely already know that Northborough Patch is on Facebook and Twitter. But do you know we can be in your email inbox, too? Sign up for our newsletter by clicking here. Type in your email, select...
View ArticleWho's the Best Landscaper?
Tell us who the best landscaper is around town. Based on nominations we received, vote in our poll for the best landscaper. Cast your vote by Aug. 17 and help us decide who's best. Whichever business...
View ArticlePolice Log: Domestic Assault Arrest; OUI Arrest; Vehicle Dispute with Ex
Incidents, Sunday, Aug. 12 2:16 a.m.: One in custody, Main Street 7:25 a.m.: Civil citation for speeding, Belmont Street 10:54 a.m.: Fire alarm activation, Shops Way 1:26 p.m.: Medical call (fall,...
View ArticleCops: Northborough Man Threw Can at Victim
A Northborough man faces charges of domestic assault and posession of a class E substance after allegedly throwing a can at his girlfriend. Jason A. Chaves, 39, 12 Rutland Rd., Northborough, has been...
View Article5 Things: Cozy Reading; Rotary Time; Reader's Poll Coming to a Close
Our morning column, 5 Things You Need to Know, provides you with information that can help you plan your day and give you some fodder for water cooler conversations. 1. Today, the Children's Room at...
View ArticleYour Primary Ballot, Northborough
On Thursday, Sept. 6, Massachusetts casts its votes in the primary. Note, the election day is on a Thursday. The districts and precincts have shifted a bit, so do pay attention. Here are your...
View ArticlePolice Log: Damaged Door; Argument on Rutland Lands in Arrest
Incidents, Monday, Aug. 13 12:37 a.m.: Female and male in argument, Rutland Road. Male took off on foot. State Police K-9 notified. Male in custody, going to hospital 3:04 a.m.: Medical call on West...
View ArticleNo Parade, But Fireworks are Happening at Applefest This Year
It's tough to have a parade when the town's main artery is clogged with construction workers, dirt haulers and detour signs. Ultimately, that's the decision the town and Rotary Club of Northborough...
View Article5 Things: Traffic Update; Primary Ballot; Relax With Best Friends
Our morning column, 5 Things You Need to Know, provides you with information that can help you plan your day and give you some fodder for water cooler conversations. 1. The latest Downtown Traffic...
View ArticlePet of the Week: Beautiful Casper Wants to Live With You
Casper's foster loves him. This 1-2 year old pitbull mix (quite possibly a boxer) is one of the "most stunning looking dogs I have ever seen." According to petfinder.com, Casper is very affectionate...
View ArticleTelephone Poles Put Back in the Wrong Place During Downtown Construction
First, some wondered what was going to happen to the beatiful stones from the wall in front of Trinity Church after it was dismantled as part of the Downtown Improvement Project presently happening in...
View ArticleTrash and Vegetation Cause Brush Fires on Lawrence
On Tuesday night at 8:11 p.m., the Northborough Fire Department responded to brush fires that had erupted at 86 Lawrence St. Two outside fires made of trash and vegetation burned, and one fire was in...
View ArticlePolice Log: Little Plane on a Wire; Teen Takes Off; Brush Fire
Incidents, Tuesday, Aug. 14 8:11 a.m.: Third party caller from West Main Street 9:40 a.m.: Fire alarm on West Main Street 10:07 a.m.: Subject bounced checks, Belmont Street 12:39 p.m.: Patron in...
View ArticleStrong to Severe Thunderstorms Possible Today Through Saturday
A stretch of warm and hazy weather conditions will lead to the possibility of showers and thunderstorms over the next few days, the National Weather Service is predicting. Earlier today the NWS issued...
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