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TELL US: How Would You Eliminate Pay Gap for Women?
The pay gap between men and women—the difference in pay for the same jobs—was front and center in this week's presidential debate. The exchange over equal pay led to the second debate's most memorable...
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Oh My: Scavengers of Kisses and Donation Bins
Maybe this mystery man was trying to make one of those "free hugs" viral videos... ...or maybe he was just a weirdo wandering a college campus. Framingham State University Police said this week they...
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Two Reported Stabbed at Motel 6
A reported stabbing at the Motel 6 on Belmont Street overnight sent two people to the hospital, Northborough Police say. No arrests have been made in the 12:21 a.m. incident, which is under...
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Algonquin Grad Sings on Comedy Central Sunday Night
Pat Rutan, who graduated from Algonquin Regional High School in 2008, sings with the Yale Whiffenpoofs on Comedy Central's "Night of Too Many Stars, a benefit for Autism!" This event, organized by Jon...
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Rep. McGovern Comments on Death of Sen. McGovern
George S. McGovern, the democrat U.S. senator from South Dakota known for his liberalism, died on Sunday at age 90. He also battled Nixon for the presidency in 1972. U.S. Rep. Jim McGovern offered...
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5 Things: $5,000 for Best Costume; Book Group for Kids
1. It's CAPS LOCK DAY, according to brownielocks.com. THIS IS THE PERFECT DAY TO BE ANGRY ON THE INTERNET, OR LEAVE THE SETTING THAT YOUR CAT DID. 2. Put your heads together for weekly trivia at...
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3 Ridiculously Easy Things to Do, and How to Do Them
Would you like to post events, announcements and blogs to Northborough Patch? Keep this article handy each time there is something you'd like to share with our community. To post events to the site...
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Board Waives Fees for Affordable Housing
Rick Leif, chair of the Planning Board, requested that a series of fees be waived for an affordable housing for senior project in Northborough. The Northborough Affordable Housing Corporation, which...
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Police Log: Copper Theft; Flat Tire Leads to OUI Arrest
Incidents, Thursday, Oct. 18 11:14 am.: Assist to the fd with a structure lockout, Riley Road 11:17 a.m.: Copper stolen from site, Church Street 3:05 p.m.: 2 car MVA, no injuries, South Street. Mcfee...
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What Time is the Presidential Debate Tonight?
The final debate between President Barack Obama and Republican candidate Mitt Romney is scheduled for 8 p.m. tonight, Monday, Oct. 22. Check below for more information on the debate. TV Channels...
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Key Women's Groups Endorse Eldridge
Submitted by Tom Dionesotes, campaign manager, James Eldridge State Sen. Jamie Eldridge, D-Acton, has earned the endorsement of three key women's advocacy and pro-choice groups. NARAL Pro-Choice...
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SOUND OFF: Is Youth Football Too Dangerous?
The suspension of coaches and officials involved in a Pop Warner football game that resulted in multiple concussions has drawn attention to youth football. In what the Boston Globe called "an alarming...
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Who Won the Third Presidential Debate?
Mitt Romney and Barack Obama met Monday night for their third and final presidential debate before the Nov. 6 election. The candidates discussed foreign policy, sharing their views on Libya, Syria,...
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5 Things: Painting Demo, Eyeball Cupcakes and DPW Director Guest Speaks
1. Dan Nason, Northborough DPW's director, is the featured speaker at today's Rotary Club meeting, happening at noon at Romaine's. 2. Make spooky nachos, eyeball cupcakes, and more today at this...
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WINNER: Pumpkin Photo Contest
Our photo contest this week attracted 50 photos of pumpkins. But we could only choose one. All photos uploaded before 6 p.m. yesterday were under consideration to be crowned the winner in Patch's...
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Alleged Heroin Dealer Ordered Held on $5K Bail
Monday, Oct. 22 Alexander Santana-Guzman, 33, of 307 Park Ave., Apt. 4, Paterson, N.J., was arrested by Grafton police on charges of distribution of a class A substance, conspiracy to violate drug...
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National Grid Warns Customers About New Bill Payment Scam
Submitted by National Grid National Grid is warning customers about a utility bill payment scam affecting unsuspecting customers in its New England service area. Scammers claiming to be National Grid...
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Tropical Storm May Hit New England Early Next Week
Do you remember that snowstorm that dumped snow and left large areas without power for days last October? Well, get ready for another potential Halloween storm. This time it likely won't bring snow...
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What is Ghosting?
Your doorbell rings, you answer it and look around. There's nobody there and you think you've been ding-dong-ditched. Wait, is that a bag? Yes, and it's full of delicious candy and goodies. Ghosting...
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Motel 6 Stabbing Still Under Investigation
The Northborough Police Department continues to investigate a double stabbing that took place just after midnight on Saturday night at Motel 6 in Northborough. Two men, both 23 and from Shrewsbury,...
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