Neighbor Helps to Welcome a Sgt. Home
About a year ago, Ruthellen Perry's oldest son Christopher was playing on his team in a soccer game. Perry got to talking to a woman at the games—a mom of another player—and learned that the woman's...
View ArticleHow to Do the Perfect Crunch
Belly power! Rita Matraia, owner of the Core Connection, shows us how to perform the perfect crunch. Watch the video for tips, and be sure to check out the Core Connection for its wide variety of...
View ArticleChina Moon for Sale, 'Not Because of Poor Health Inspections'
Open for a little more than a year, China Moon is for sale, said owner Yi Chen. Chen took over the restaurant, which was formerly Great Wall, located at 259 Main St., in August of 2012. Great Wall had...
View ArticleChristopher Mattaliano, at Ithaca College, Performed at New York City's...
Submitted by readMedia for Ithaca College Northborough resident Christopher Mattaliano performed in the Second Violin section with the Ithaca College Symphony Orchestra at the Lincoln Center's Alice...
View ArticleGonk Students Chosen for MA Senior National High School Gymnastics
Two Algonquin Regional High School Seniors have been chosen for the distinguished Massachusetts Senior National High School Gymanstics Team, reported the Community Advocate. Chloe Herczeg and Alissa...
View ArticleMonths After Heart Transplant, Woman Seeks To Give Back
Jane Tecce has the unique perspective of having experienced both sides of being an organ donor. Years ago after her son's death at the age of 24, his organs were donated so that others could have a new...
View ArticleObits: Short Order Cook, Counselor and Nun
Marlborough— Robert W. O’Connor Jr., 79, died April 27, 2013 after a long period of failing health. He lived in Marlborough for 51 years and worked for many companies in this area including...
View ArticlePatch Learns Parkour at New England Sports Academy
Every so often, we at Patch like to take a close look at the unique things going on in local businesses, and that's what led us to take parkour lessons at New England Sports Academy in Westwood....
View ArticleSnake in the Yard; Man Threatens Woman; Out of Control Brush Fire
Incidents, Sunday, April 28 8:42 a.m.: Police assist the fire department with an odor investigation on Lyman Street 10:32 a.m.: Resident reporting a large snake in her yard, Maple Lane 11:09 a.m.:...
View ArticleHealth Inspections: 6 Criticals for One Restaurant; Evidence of Mice in Another
This feature on Northborough Patch lists the latest health inspections conducted by the town's Health Agent Jamie Terry. Inspections are conducted regularly, and are unannounced visits. It is important...
View ArticleWINNER: Kitten Photo Contest
Readers have been uploading photos of adorable kittens since last week. After much deliberation, we've chosen the winner of a $25 gift card: Sarah, for her photo, "Tiny Blue Eyes." We had dozens of...
View ArticleVote in the Senate Primary Tuesday
Information courtesy of the town of Northborough Tuesday, April 30, is the primary for the special election to fill John Kerry's seat on the U.S. Senate. All voting locations are open from 7a.m. until...
View ArticleNorthborough Man Charged With 4th OUI, Fell Asleep at the Wheel on the Pike
A Northborough man is facing his fourth drunk driving charge after State Police pulled him over early Saturday morning in Charlton on the Mass. Turnpike, according to a report in the Worcester Telegram...
View ArticleShannon Temlak Inducted into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi
Submitted by readMedia The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi is pleased to announce that Shannon Temlak of Northborough was recently initiated into Phi Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest and most selective...
View ArticleNorthborough Goes for Gomez, Markey, in Primary
With less than 17 percent of registered voters in Northborough turning out for Tuesday's special primary election for U.S. Senate, Republicans chose Gabriel E. Gomez and Democrats chose Edward J....
View ArticleGomez to Face Markey in Senate Election
A political newcomer will face a long-time Massachusetts politician in the race to be the Bay State's next U.S. senator. The Associated Press has declared Republican businessman and former U.S. Navy...
View ArticlePHOTO CONTEST: Weddings
Now that it's finally looking and feeling like spring, wedding season is starting to pick up! In our photo contest this week, we want to see wedding photos. Whether it's from a recent wedding or one...
View ArticleGot Allergies? Find Out the Pollen Count in Northborough Today
Springtime has arrived and pollen is in the air. Just ask anyone with itchy eyes who is sneezing. Experts say the pollen count this season will be higher than ever before. Now you can check the daily...
View ArticleArrest for Shoplifting; ID Theft, Credit Card Fraud
Incidents, Monday, April 29 6:06 a.m.: Resident states his neighbor is requesting to speak to an officer, Green Street. EMS requested. 7:55 a.m.: Caller reporting an issue with her ex-boyfriend, Main...
View Article617 Boros Unite for Boston's One Fund at the Celtic Tavern
Alexis Krieger Dascoli, who is a small business owner in Marlborough, has helped with many fundraisers over the past years, and says she's never said no to those who asked for help. This time, the...
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