Residents Concerned: 'Northgate Sidewalks Still Not Plowed'
As of 2 p.m. on Monday, Northgate's sidewalks were not plowed. For some residents, they say this is a concern because students walk to and from the Proctor School using that route. "Are they expected...
View ArticleNorthborough Man Struck on 290 Expected to Survive
A man struck by a tractor trailer Monday morning on I-290 in Northborough, near the Marlborough line, is expected to survive, according to Massachusetts State Police. At 9:05 a.m., troopers from the...
View ArticlePope Resigns: Local Catholics, Does This Affect You?
For the first time in nearly six centuries, the leader of the Catholic Church has resigned from the papacy. Pope Benedict XVI announced his resignation saying that his age and health were detrimental...
View ArticleObits: 99 Year-Old, Former Shrewsbury Employee, First Female Custodian
Shrewsbury— Jeanne C. (Brodeur) Gannon, 87, of Shrewsbury, died Friday, February 8, 2013, in her home with her loving family by her side. Jeanne was a long-time dedicated employee of the Town of...
View ArticlePolice Log: RR Crossing Signal on at 1 a.m.; Mom Picks Up Drunk Daughter
Incidents, Sunday, Feb. 10 6:44 a.m.: Assist FD with medical, Cedar Hill Street 8:18 a.m.: Assist dog officer with removing dog from residence, Colburn Street 10:05 a.m.: Medical call, Howard Street...
View ArticleBlizzard of 2013 Puts DPW in the Red, Must Deficit Spend
"It's amazing what a few days can do," DPW Director Dan Nason told the Board of Selectmen on Monday night. In an budget report that was updated on Feb. 7, Nason was pleased to announce that the DPW was...
View ArticleCharges Expected Against Sex Offender Who Assaulted Child
Police expect charges to be filed against an offender in a sexual assault involving a child in Northborough. While the details cannot yet be released, the incident occurred at 7:53 a.m. at a location...
View ArticleWINNER: Favorite Local Business Photo Contest
All photos uploaded before 5 p.m. Monday were under consideration to be crowned the winner in our favorite local business photo contest. We could only choose one, however, as the winner of a $25 gift...
View ArticleLocal Students Named to Dean's List
Submitted by readMedia for Merrimack College Northborough residents were recently named to the Fall 2012 Deans' List at Merrimack College in North Andover, Massachusetts. To be named to the Deans'...
View ArticlePolice Log: Vehicle Off Icy Maple Street; RR Signal Activated
Incidents, Monday, Feb. 11 1:07 a.m.: RR crossing signal activated, School Street. CSX had been notified previously. Caller requesting a check to see if they were working on the problem. 127 advises RR...
View ArticlePHOTO CONTEST: Valentine's Day
It's the month that hosts Valentine's Day. Whether you embrace the holiday, feel obligated to recognize it with your special someone, or would prefer it didn't exist: this contest is for you. Photos...
View ArticleOnline Dating Scam Warning from the BBB
With Valentine's Day upon us, the Better Business Bureau is saying people need to take steps to protect themselves while dating online. Bad dates are a risk everyone undertakes while trying to find a...
View ArticleBoston School Choice Meetings - None in West Roxbury for 3 Proposals - Yet
 The External Advisory Committee on School Choice is hosting additional community meetings on the three current proposals - but no meeting has been scheduled for West Roxbury as of yet. There were...
View ArticleHillside Grille Open for Seating Soon
"We don't have oriental dancers or anything," joked John "Jimmy" Voyiatzis, making light of a recent controversy involving featuring belly dancers at a local restaurant. Voyiatzis began building twin...
View Article(The Former) Sea Dog Featured on Food Network Thursday [Video]
Northborough's Sea Dog Steak & Ale closed down rather abruptly in December, and not long after it had filmed a show with the Food Network. In mid-September, guests were invited to take part in the...
View ArticleMan Accused of Raping, Beating Woman from Northborough Waives Hearing
A Norwood man charged with raping, kidnapping and assaulting a Northborough woman has waived his right to a dangerousness hearing, according to Tim Connolly, spokesperson for the District Attorney's...
View ArticleElizabeth McCrorey Earns Honors at Skidmore College
Submitted by readMedia for Skidmore College Elizabeth McCrorey, a member of the class of 2014 at Skidmore College, earned term honors for the fall semester. She is the daughter of Jack and Mary...
View ArticleSpend Valentine's Day Discussing Northborough's Financial Trends
Nevermind Valentine's Day. Many call it a "stupid Hallmark holiday" anyway. Instead, the town's administration is inviting interested residents to attend a special meeting to discuss the results of...
View ArticleMarried Soccer Dad Looking for Ladyfriend; Free Ride to Jersey
Looking to unload a frontloader Someone Northborough is giving away a Gallery front loading washing machine for free. It "works through to the spin cycle, then the spin makes a clunking noise - like a...
View ArticleWhat's the Worst Valentine's Gift You've Received?
Depending on your view, Valentine's Day is either a fantastic holiday to show someone how much you care about them or a Hallmark holiday created to increase card sales. Whatever you think of the...
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