State House News Service Weekly Roundup: Enter Gomez
In case voters weren't paying attention, and turnout suggested many weren't, his name is Gabriel Gomez. And now only Ed Markey stands between him and the United States Senate."My name is Gabriel Gomez,...
View ArticleHave We Become Too Complacent?
Following 9/11, Americans had a heightened sense of alertness. At that point, the style of news coverage shifted, dramatically. Updates scrolled across screens as the main stories were relayed by...
View ArticleFlashing Motorcyclist and Flashing Lights Prompt 911 Calls
Look out for bikers (who may be accidentally flashing you). Just as drinking and driving don't mix, neither do dresses and motorcycle driving. A woman on Monday afternoon told a Wendy's employee in...
View ArticleArrest for Domestic Assault; Car Crasher Won't Give Info; Dog Howling in Pain
Incidents, Thursday, May 2 9:14 a.m.: 2 car MVA, no injuries, Belmont Street. MA 41SX51 and MA JACMEL. 10:24 a.m.: Police respond to a medical call on Ridge Road 1:23 p.m.: Police respond to a medical...
View ArticleUpload Your Wedding Photos, You Could Win a Prize
If you haven't entered our weekly photo contest yet, it's not too late. The deadline to upload photos in our wedding photo contest is 5 p.m. Monday, May 6. So, if you haven't shown us your wedding...
View ArticleHave You Seen This Alleged Flim Flam Man?
Have you seen this person? Each week, Patch features a different outstanding criminal case from a local police department. All information is courtesy of MassMostWanted.com. Theft - Case No. 100045...
View ArticleJodie Rollins Named to Emerson College Dean's List
Submitted by readMedia for Emerson College Emerson College student Jodie Rollins of Northborough, a Communication Disorders major, has been named to the Dean's List for the Fall 2012 semester. The...
View ArticleSt. John's Names Its Honor Roll
Submitted by Saint John's High School Saint John’s High School recently announced its honor roll for the third quarter of 2012-13.To qualify for the Headmaster’s List, a student must have achieved a...
View ArticleSpring Lawn Prep: Resources for Earth-Friendly Lawn Care
If you want a lawn that's easier to take care of, safe to play on and beautiful to look at, then follow these tips from the pros this spring. Ditch The Chemicals Since 1994 Paul Tukey, author of The...
View ArticleCome Sale Away, Come Sale Away
Got wares to sell? Are you a seeker of the best yard sales around? Northborough's got two annual sales that draw many tables, and shoppers, and you don't want to miss them. The Northborough Art Guild...
View ArticleOpening Day Brings Thousands to Northborough's Baseball Fields
With attractions including a home run hitting contest, whiffle ball and hot air balloon rides, Northborough Youth Baseball's opening day brought more than 1,200 local residents to celebrate the...
View ArticleRoad Rage on Main; Smoldering Bonfire; Domestic Assault
Incidents, Saturday, May 4 1:52 a.m.: Backup Westboro PD on a stop, Westbrough 2:13 a.m.: Shrewsbury PD has party in custody 10:38 a.m.: Assist FD with report of a smoldering bonfire, West Main Street...
View ArticleNancy Berglund Says Goodbye After 10 Years of Service to School Committee
With her sharp sense of humor, dedication to education, and genuine concern about the children and families of Northborough, Nancy Berglund has become one of the most well-known fixtures on the School...
View ArticleWorcester Roman Catholic Bishop Arrested for Drunk Driving
Following a hit and run in Narragansett, RI, on Saturday night, Worcester Roman Catholic Bishop Robert McManus was arrested for drunk driving, reported CBS Boston. CBS Boston also ran a statement from...
View ArticleOne Arrested for Bashing Car with Golf Club
A Northborough man is being charged with damaging a car with a golf club during an altercation late Saturday night. Joseph G. Intrieri, 23, of 15 Hillside Rd. in Northborough, was arrested and charged...
View ArticleWho's Your Favorite Teacher?
Tuesday, May 7, is National Teacher Day, according to the National Education Association. Teachers have long been among the most unsung heroes of our time, affecting and shaping the brains of countless...
View ArticleObits: Candy Maker, Combat Veteran and Cafeteria Worker
Northborough— Audrey M. (Blakeley) Brooks, 79, died peacefully on May 4, 2013 in Coleman House of Northborough after a prolonged illness. Brooks graduated from Northborough High School in 1951. She was...
View ArticleCars Kicked, Clubbed and Egged; Scooter Tip; People Sing and Enjoy Music at Home
Incidents, Sunday, May 5 3:37 a.m.: Report of a disturbance amongst a group of males, Hillside Road. Caller stating his car was damaged by someone with a golf club. One male in custody for malicious...
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