MA Dems Say Brown's Liberal Reputation Will Cost Warren Votes
A majority of influential Massachusetts Democrats think Scott Brown's reputation of being a "liberal conservative" will cost Elizabeth Warren votes from those Massachusetts voters who usually vote...
View Article5 Things: Looking for Delegates; Mudpie at CocoBeni; Jimmy Fund Bennie
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. Eleventh Hour plays a benefit...
View ArticlePolice Log: Vandalism to Flag; Unwanted Male Takes Off; Hit and Run on Whitney
Incidents, Wednesday, July 25 12:35 a.m.: Resident reports an unwanted male let the residence on foot, Hawthorne Circle 8:56 a.m.: Caller reports male sleeping near the RR tracks, School Street. One...
View ArticleTwo Homes on Howard Street Open This Weekend
Click on the pictures for information on the property and open house times and dates. Compiled by Northborough Patch courtesy of newenglandmoves.com. Are you a local realtor or resident who's trying...
View ArticleSenate Passes Resolution to Overturn Citizens United Ruling
Submitted by Melissa Threadgill, communications director for the office of Sen. Jamie Eldridge The Senate on Thursday passed a bipartisan resolution calling for the United States Congress to pass a...
View ArticleNo More Angry Bees at the Garden
It's no fun trying to pull weeds when threatened by a swarm of bees. Last weekend, two community gardeners who tend to plots on Valentine Road, were startled to find a wasp's nest in the ground. The...
View ArticleMan on the Tracks Arrested on Warrant out of Clinton
A Northborough man who was sleeping on railroad tracks in town was arrested earlier this week on warrants stemming from Clinton charges. On July 25, at 7:18 a.m., Daniel K. Hart, 46, 32 Village Dr.,...
View ArticleIn Court: Three OUI Arrests; A&B Charges, Allege Woman Punched Victim in the...
Peter R. Drake, 56, of 13 Lexington Rd., Northborough, was arrested July 22 by Shrewsbury police and charged with operating under the influence of liquor, and speeding. The case was continued to Aug....
View ArticleAttorney General Fining National Grid $16 Million for Mishandling Tropical...
Attorney General Martha Coakley's office is fining National Grid with a $16 million fine because of its handling, or mishandling, of the tropical storm Irene in August and the snowstorm last October,...
View ArticleCopper Stolen from Building on Country Candle Lane
Northborough police responded to another incident of breaking and entering that involved the theft of copper from an unoccupied building. On Friday, July 27, at approximately 8:44 a.m., Northborough...
View ArticlePOLL: Would You Eat at a Chick-fil-A?
One chick is ok. Two chicks? Not acceptable, according to the views of Dan Cathy, CEO of Chick-fil-A. "Christian businessman" Cathy ignited a firestorm of controversy last week when an article in the...
View ArticleOh My: Dog Confused By Cone, Kid Gets Back at Bro
This pooch was having a rough day. When you're a dog, it's hard enough to have one of those cones over your head; it limits your availability to scratch and keep up with personal hygiene. It's even...
View ArticlePolice Log: School Grounds Damaged; Two Copper Thefts; OUI Arrest
Incidents, Thursday, July 26 1:31 a.m.: Medical call on Mill Street 1:40 a.m.: Medical call on Wilson Road 8:46 a.m.: Medical call on Deacon Street 9:15 a.m.: Owner reports past incident, Main Street...
View Article5 Things: Berries; Your Lunchbox; Spiderman; and Grocery Stores
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. Did you carry a lunchbox when...
View ArticlePolice Log: Telephone Pole on Fire; Tree on Power Lines
Incidents, Monday, July 30 10:35 a.m.: Medical call on West Main Street 10:50 a.m.: Telephone pole on fire, West Main Street 3:21 p.m.: Tree on power lines, Otis Street 6:33 p.m.: Two car MVA with no...
View ArticleSchool Dates You Need to Know for 2012-2013
Summer just isn't long enough. Well, parents may differ on this opinion. Either way, the start of school is looming. Here are some important dates to know for the new school season. The most...
View ArticleRight to Repair Bill Approved; Will Still Appear on Ballot in November
A bill that looked to have manufacturers of cars share its diagnostic and repair information to all mechanics (not just the dealer) got approval from Massachusetts lawmakers on Tuesday, according to...
View ArticlePolice Log: Email Hacking; Missing Meds; Copper Theft; Shotgun Shells Found...
Incidents, Tuesday, July 31 1:28 a.m.: Assist employees in gaining access to a locked cabinet, Main Street 3:54 a.m.: Medical call on Eliot Road 8:02 a.m.: Party in lobby speaks to officer regarding...
View ArticleAbandoned Pets, Especially Cats, Issue for Local Shelters in Bad Economy
Earlier this week, Northborough Patch shared the story of Sandy Sardam, who, facing a home foreclosure, scrambled to find placement for six of her seven cats. She is not alone. Liz Jefferis, who has...
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